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As the year closes out Emil asks us to remember there's more to come. He tells us to keep the mindset that Mary and Joseph had when someone tries to steal your light. God's gift continues to give. thesourcehouston.org

With Christmas right around the corner Brandi reflects on the command that God left us, which is to love. thesourcehouston.org

On the last podcast of the year Anthony Rogers stops by to join the group as they discuss the old saying “there but for the grace of God go I”. Andy may have set a new personal pun record in this episode. thesourcehouston.org

Brandi asks to reflect on what is making you poor. She speaks of the good news and of what God's kindness demands from us thesourcehouston.org

The group talking about the birth story of Jesus, and how God always moves through truly unexpected people. Then, Andy and Ben tell the story of the Christmas Eve service that almost got them both fired. Ask us a question! Especially a Christmas one. FMHouston.com/AMA

Brandi speaks about the power of God's love. She tells us though sometimes we battle the feeling of being forgotten, we must open our eyes to see He is already working on putting us back together.  thesourcehouston.org

The group discusses dealing with death and grief and the churches stance on cremation. Ben shares his experience working at a cemetery. thesourcehouston.org

Brandi leads us into our new sermon series 'Under Wraps'. The jealousy of God's love tells us how he longs for us to put Him before our wants and temptations. As we enter the season of giving we must not forget the gift He's already given us. thesourcehouston.org

Emil Niz closes out our sermon series to talk about thanksgiving. Practicing giving thanks keeps on our path with Jesus and guides us through our struggles. thesourcehouston.org

From transactional blessings, iPhones, Kayne West and wealth, the group doesn’t hold back when discussing the prosperity gospel. Anthony Rogers stops by to join the conversation. thesourcehouston.org

We all go through seasons of blessings and seasons of storms. God doesn't reward one more over another. He is with us through the good and the bad leading us to find peace so that we may share and multiply our goodness with others. thesourcehouston.org

The group dives into the importance of being apart of a small group and how different age groups have isolated themselves or navigated towards joining one. Emil Niz joins the conversation to share the small group opportunities available at out West campus. thesourcehouston.org

Brandi polls the congregation to see how many of us struggle to take rest. It can be far too easy for us to fall into unhealthy habits of overfilling our plate with work and other distractions. She tells us rest is a discipline of receiving grace, it's a gift from God meant to restore us. thesourcehouston.org

Scripture mentions being good stewards of all creation but what responsibilities do Christians bare in regards to our environment? The group discusses the different challenges they face living in Houston and trying to take of our planet. thesourcehouston.org

We're starting a new sermon series called 'Unbalanced'. Brandi tells us who and what we imitates matters. We mirror the behaviors of those around us. Scripture says we should behave as citizens of heaven. To live as such, builds and creates a community of Jesus here on earth.  thesourcehouston.org

Out of all the ways there is to pray, does praying out loud really make your prayer more effective? The group breaks down some questionable advice given to a listener about written prayers. thesourcehouston.org

Ken Coneby takes the mantle to talk about community. He tells us hope and faith are not the foundation on what we build church community on because it can crumble. Even through hard times, a foundation of love can weather all. We're all different parts coming together as the body of Christ. thesourcehouston.org

Is there a difference between christians and people outside the church when it comes to practicing forgiveness? Is it harder to forgive people who claim to be christian but turn their backs on you? Donyale and Ken join the conversations to discuss the hurdles that come with letting go of anger and overcoming difficult situations. thesourcehouston.org

Brandi preaches about the union of marriage and tells those who may not be married not to take that as a cue to check out. The commitment and behaviors of love can be applied to all relationships not just marriage. Although relationships can be difficult, Jesus weaves us together with his love.  thesourcehouston.org

Skeptical on the authenticity of speaking in tongues, a listener asks for some clarity on the spiritual gift and it’s relevancy today. Anthony Rogers joins the conversation as the group shares their experiences speaking in tongues and it’s place not only in the Charismatic Movement but the Methodist church as well. thesourcehouston.org

Content Warning! Today's scripture may be sensitive to younger audiences. Donyale dives into the deep layers of love and intimacy, and the uncomfortable conversations that come with it. thesourcehouston.org

This week, a listener wants to know how much of the Bible they can believe, or if everything is just made up in order to get us to be better people. The answer: some of both! It's complicated! Take a listen. fmhouston.com/ama thesourcehouston.org

With a little help from the Source Band, Brandi kicks off our new sermon series Love Song and we're discussing relationships. What does it really take to be a good friend? Can we really call God our friend? She breaks down the appearances and the reality of friendships. thesourcehouston.org

In today’s world where communication can be so instant, how can we identify who our enemies and neighbors are? A listener asks how to love our enemies like the Bible tells us to. The group questions if it’s possible to separate a person from their action. thesourcehouston.org

Dr. Steve Shadrach helps those around the globe find and spread the word of God. This week, he shares how the Bible calls for us to be missionaries. fmhouston.com