Living on Purpose

Welcome back to the podcast! How good of a listener are you? Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for favorite places to shop! Today, Pastor John and Sam discuss the people we listen to; are we being wise or unwise? This is part of our newest sermon series called "The Good and Band Choices: Tales in 1st & 2nd Kings." Scripture references from today's episode...

What does Earth, Wind, Fire, and our podcast have in common? We recorded this episode on the 21st of September :-) Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for favorite Homecoming activities! Today, Pastor John and Sam discuss the highs and lows of King Solomon in our newest series called "The Good and Band Choices: Tales in 1st & 2nd Kings." Scripture references fr...

Hey sports fans! We are kicking off into the fall season, with a brand new episode. Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments for our college football options! Pastor John and Sam discuss our newest series called "The Good and Band Choices: Tales in 1st & 2nd Kings." Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Kings 3:5-10; Matthew 6:33. Please subscribe to our...

Texting? Calling? Email? Let us know your start, bench, cut answers in the comments! Pastor John and Sam discuss how you can know whether or not you are making the church about your preferences, similar to what the church in Corinth was doing. Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11; Romans 12:3-8; Ephesians 4:11-12; 1 Peter 4:8 Please follow our show and give us a 5 s...

SQUIRREL! What distractions get in the way of worshiping God? Paul warned the Corinthian church about it, and the message is still valid in today's church. Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about Paul's challenge to avoid consumerism and to get back to the "heart of worship." Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34; Luke 22:1...

"Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it." Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about Paul's warning to the Corinthians to learn from the mistakes of others in order to become more like Jesus! Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 10:1-22; Exodus 32:1; Numbers 25:1-3 Please follow our show and give us a 5 star rating on whichever...

Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about the benefits of singleness as it relates to ministry! Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 7:7; 7:25; 2 Corinthians 6:14 Please follow our show and give us a 5 star rating on whichever platforms you listen on. It really helps! #WeAreEmmanuel #marriage

Pastor John and Sam dive deeper into 1 Corinthians to talk about marriage in our day and age compared to marriages in Corinth. Scripture references from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 7:12-17; 1 Peter 3:1-2; Malachi 2:16 Please follow our show and give us a 5 star rating on whichever platforms you listen on. It really helps! #WeAreEmmanuel #marriage

We are BACK IN ACTION, people! Thanks for coming back to the podcast, we've missed you! Pastor John and Sam talk about some of the best tips for being intentional in your marriage. Also take notes if you're looking to be married someday. Please follow our show and give us a 5 star rating on whichever platforms you listen on. It really helps! #WeAreEmmanuel #marriage

Pastor John and Sam talk about our new sermon series: "Conflict Management" and taking your faith seriously. This week's sermon was titled "Time To Grow Up." Scripture references in this episode for further study: 1 Corinthians 1:4-17; Judges 5:23; 1 Corinthians 12:27; 1 Corinthians 13:1-3; Ephesians 4:3-6. Leave us a review and share the podcast! #WeAreEmmanuel

Pastor John and Sam talk about following God's Will today. Too many Christians have misplaced their passion into areas and avenues that produce no eternal consequence! Let us know your start, bench, cut for summer outdoor water activities: Slip n' Slide, The "Blob", and Water Balloon Fights. Scripture references in this episode for further study: Ruth 4; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Deuteron...

Happy allergy season! Are you willing to take a risk for a reward? Pastor John and Sam talk today about personal risks as well as the risks that Ruth and Boaz took. Let us know your start, bench, cut for meat "done-ness": Medium Rare, Medium, or Medium Well. Scripture references in this episode for further study: Ruth 3; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Ezekiel 16:8. Leave us a review and share the podc...

Who else is loving this series on Ruth? Pastor John and Sam talk today about Boaz being single and Ruth-less (sorry couldn't help it)! Actually, we talk about how Ruth's character and gratitude helped her to take the next step in faith, we hope it encourages you today. Let us know your start, bench, cut for hot dog styles: Detroit, Flint, or Chicago-style. Scripture references in this epis...

Just the 2 of us! Pastor John and Sam are back to recap our newest sermon series "Bitter To Better: The Story of Ruth"! We also brought back the Start, Bench, Cut game so play along and comment your favorite Memorial Day weekend activity! Scripture references in this episode for further study: Ruth 1; Philippians 4:6-7; 2 Corinthians 1:3-5; Psalm 119:105 If you have a podcast question, y...

You're in for a triple treat this week - ANOTHER GUEST SPEAKER joins Pastor John and Sam! Scripture references in this episode for further study: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; 1 Samuel 2:28-29; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Titus 2:6-8; Proverbs 22:6 If you have a podcast question, you can email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠john@weareemmanuel.life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

There is no "Silver bullet" for fixing family problems. You're in for another treat with ANOTHER GUEST SPEAKER this week! Alec Hraba, the Youth Pastor at Emmanuel joins Sam to talk about the important topic of Christian character qualities that were covered in Sunday's sermon about the vine and branches. Scripture references in this episode for further study: John 15:1-25; Ephesi...

You're in for a treat with a GUEST SPEAKER this week! Brandon Robertson, the Campus Director at Emmanuel's Grand Blanc campus joins Sam to talk about the important topic of Christian character qualities that were covered in Sunday's sermon about Joseph in the Old Testament. Scripture references in this episode for further study: Genesis 37:19-28; Genesis 39:2-4, 20-23; Genesis 45:4-15;...

During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. This week's sermon title was "Commitment to Roles." Scripture references in today's episode for further study: 1 Corinthians 11:3; 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:22-33; Genesis 3:16; 1 Peter 3:1-2; Proverbs 31:10-31; Ephesians 6:1-3; Colossians 3:20. If you have a podcast quest...

During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite "fancy" ice cream flavor is. Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Proverbs 12:1 & 29:1; Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 3:19,21; Psalm 103:11-12; 2 Corinthians 5:18-21; 2 Corinthian...

In this REWIND episode from 2024, Pastor John and Sam talk about the significance of Holy Week. We hope you can join us in person for this Easter weekend on Friday, April 3rd and Sunday, April 5th! Learn more at www.weareemmanuel.life/easter Scripture references in this episode that we hope you'll use in personal and/or family devotionals: Palm Sunday - Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:29-30 Holy Mond...

In a little over a week, we will celebrate THE GREATEST EVENT IN HUMAN HISTORY - EASTER SUNDAY! Pastor John and Sam talk about the importance of Easter and some best practices for getting your heart ready and for getting your family ready to experience Easter. Please share today's episode and INVITE someone to join you for church - it may change their WHOLE LIFE! Here's the Passion Week Ti...

You're in for a treat with a GUEST HOST this week - Ken Tison, the Executive Pastor for Emmanuel joins pastor John to talk about the important topic of Extended Family Dynamics! As we always start, let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut picks are for the NCAA Basketball Tournament Nicknames! If you have a podcast question, you can email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠john@weareemmanuel...

We're back in sunny/rainy/cloudy/windy Michigan! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite coffee drink! Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Matthew 5:31-32; Matthew 19:1-9; Genesis 2:24; Deuteronomy 21:1-4; James 4:4; 1 Corinthians 7:10-14. *Disclaimer - This podcast is not intended to replace professional marriage therapy. If you&#3...

Greetings from sunny Florida! (Just kidding, we recorded this in cold Michigan.) Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite sports cars! Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Hebrews 10:23-25; James 1:22; James 2:14-17. If you have a podcast question, you can email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠john@weareemmanuel.life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Warm weather or cold weather, we're so glad you're listening to today's episode! We don't shy away from controversial topics, please listen to this episode with grace and patience! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite parts of spring? If you have a podcast question, you can email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠john@weareemmanuel.life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...