Grace Church Podcast

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EP29: Abiding in Christ: Navigating Discipleship in a Performance-Driven Culture Dec 18, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members Podcast, host Chris Rivers, along with Scott Mozingo and Whitney Maness, discuss the concept of abiding in Christ. The conversation covers biblical context, our culture’s emphasis on performance, and the practical ways we can move towards abiding and finding rest in Jesus.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP28: Foster & Adopt: Echoing God's Unconditional Love in Today's World Nov 20, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members podcast, Chris Rivers and Scott Mozingo, along with Beth Drake and Daniel Black, discuss the Church's role in foster care and adoption. This conversation is framed by the nature of the gospel and Scripture’s call to support the vulnerable, especially children. Living out the gospel through fostering and adoption transforms children, families, and communities, and we hope you will join us in exploring this important discipleship issue.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP27: War In Israel—Historical Perspectives and Prayer Oct 30, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members Podcast, Chris Rivers sits down with Scott Mozingo and Dr. Tim Wardle, a professor from Furman University, to discuss the historical, political, and geographical complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian region. This context can provide a framework for us to understand the significant challenges that Arab Christians face in this region. As we continue to pray, particularly for our brothers and sisters in Christ, we hope you will take time to listen and reflect.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP26: Honoring the Elderly Oct 09, 2023

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In this episode of The Grace Church Members Podcast, hosts Chris Rivers and Scott Mozingo discuss honoring and caring for the elderly with Julia Eldred and Joey Altom. Looking at the topic from a biblical perspective, they explore why honoring the elderly is a discipleship issue. As we consider our calling to value God’s image in all seasons of human life, it’s important to think about how we serve our elders and why it’s vital for the health and growth of our church body.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP25: Partner Spotlight: JUMPSTART Oct 01, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members podcast, Chris Rivers sits down with Cary Sanders, Grace Church Travelers Rest member and CEO of JUMPSTART. JUMPSTART is a gospel-centered organization that disciples current and former prisoners and assists with re-entry to society. Chris and Cary discuss the history of our ministry partnership with JUMPSTART and the continual development of the Opportunity Center, which will be the heart of the community at Restoration Village—a supportive community for those reentering society from prison in a setting that prepares them to be productive citizens. Cary also shares ways to support JUMPSTART including prayer requests, volunteer opportunities, and ways to give.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP24: Why Being Self-Made Is a Threat to Your Spiritual Health Sep 18, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members podcast, Chris Rivers and Scott Mozingo talk with Downtown campus pastor Scofield Foster and volunteer Haley Barinowski about the concept of being self-made. Our culture elevates autonomy and self-reliance, which is an alluring concept, but it fuels our anxiety and loneliness. We can only find freedom, rest, and joy in the One who created us.

Key Points:

The dangers of self-reliance and the illusion of being "self-made,” particularly around issues of gender and sex

The difference between fleeting emotions and timeless wisdom

What it looks like to “tie ourselves to the mast” and “sing a better song” to resist the world’s allure

Finding genuine joy and freedom by placing Jesus at the core of our existence

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP23: Suffering Well with Others Aug 28, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members Podcast, Jennifer Dill, the Care and Recovery Director at Grace Church, discusses loss, empathy, and the important ministry of being present with others in crisis situations. Jennifer has served as a hospital chaplain and a hospice worker, and she provides helpful insights into what it means to enter into suffering with others in a way that reflects God’s comfort.

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast⁠

EP22: Disability & The Church: The Value and Purpose of Every Individual Aug 14, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members Podcast, Chris Rivers and Jordyn Schirripa speak with Joe Clarey and Madison Carithers in their involvement leading Mosaic, which focuses on discipleship for individuals with disabilities. Mosaic's mission is to equip and disciple individuals with disabilities and integrate them into the church. Joe shares the history and growth of Mosaic, highlighting the crucial role of volunteers in one-on-one discipleship. Madison references biblical passages that demonstrate God's inclusion of individuals with disabilities. They also emphasize the value and purpose of all individuals, regardless of their abilities.

Timestamps:

00:14 Description of the Grace Church Mosaic ministry

02:11 Examples of persons with disabilities in Scripture and at Grace Church

11:36 Mosaic mission statement

11:55 Joe and Madison share the paths that led to their involvement in Mosaic

17:26 Three principles developed for the ministry and examples of how they are applied

27:29 How listeners can become involved in the Mosaic ministry

29:01 Update on Mosaic Inspire: discipleship for adults with disabilities

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠⁠⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast

EP21: Returning to John's Gospel with Bill White Jul 31, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members podcast, Chris Rivers, Bill White, and Scott Mozingo discuss our teaching series in the Gospel of John. After a summer hiatus, it’s helpful to reflect on key narratives from the first ten chapters of John's Gospel and explore the big ideas as we return to finish the series this fall.

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00:24 - Bill White gives his rationale for the series on the Gospel of John

03:07 - Recap and highlights of John 1-10

12:44 - What Bill hopes for all of us to take away from this study

21:09 - Timing and importance of chapter 11, where Lazarus is raised from the dead

28:40 - John’s inspired writing is both simple and profound

37:27 - Bill asks us to pray for the teaching staff and the hearers of this series

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at ⁠https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast

EP20: Bonus Episode: Mission Partners, Domestic and International Jul 17, 2023

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In this episode of the Grace Church Members Podcast, Chris Rivers and Scott Moziongo interview Derek Nelson and Jenn Comer, members of the Outreach Team at Grace Church. Derek and Jenn discuss our partnerships with Hunger Corp in Puerto Rico, Christ for the City International in Nicaragua, and the OVC program supporting orphans and vulnerable children in Kenya. They also discuss a new partnership with the Association of Baptist Churches in Israel (ABC). In all these countries, long-term relationships with local churches and pastors are essential to Grace Church's outreach efforts. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to get involved in various ways with Outreach opportunities that support our discipleship.

Time stamps

00:30 - Jenn and Derek explain their roles in current outreach programs at Grace.

Updates on Four International Partnerships:

03:39 Puerto Rico: Partnering with Hunger Corp.; 3-4 trips per year, 5-6 days each, to help poor families rebuild from Hurricane Maria and beyond

08:40 Nicaragua: Christ for the City International (CFCI) A trip of 24 Grace members going in July 2023

16:50 Team dynamics; volunteer leaders

19:50 Kenya: Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC)

75-80 children in long-term advocacy program with Grace volunteers

28:24 Israel: Association of Baptist Churches (ABC) Working with Palestinian Christians, a few Muslims in the Nazareth region

If you have questions or want access to additional resources, be sure to check out the podcast page at https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/memberspodcast

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