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Brenton and Chris explore how culture has shaped the church’s view of marriage, often reducing it to something fragile or temporary. They contrast this with the biblical vision of marriage as a covenant marked by leaving, cleaving, and weaving—pursuing real oneness rather than just staying together. The conversation highlights common struggles like drifting into “roommate” living, unhealthy family ties, and losing connection amid busy life seasons. They emphasize honoring singleness, seeing hardship as a chance for growth, and grounding forgiveness and perseverance in the gospel. Ultimately, marriage is presented as a living picture of Christ’s love and grace. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris kick off the Created and Called series by laying a foundation for how God defines who we are and what we’re called to do—especially within the family. They unpack why self-definition leads to instability, while God’s design brings order, purpose, and flourishing. The conversation explores how family can subtly become an idol, what it really means to cultivate rather than consume, and why parenting success should be measured by character and worship, not achievements. Chris also challenges the sacred-secular divide, encouraging families to see all of life—work, schedules, and priorities—as opportunities to glorify God. The episode closes with a hopeful reminder that the gospel offers both grace for past failures and power for real change moving forward. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

This week, Brenton sits down with Chris Carr and special guest Matt Yaley, our Pastor of Counseling Ministries, for a conversation about identity and the battle for the mind. They talk about how media, self-talk, and distraction shape us, and why nothing we consume is truly neutral. The guys unpack practical ways to renew your mind—slowing down, paying attention to your thought patterns, and intentionally “talking to yourself” with truth (2 Corinthians 10:5). They also dig into Ephesians 4’s “put off / put on” framework and why growth isn’t behavior modification, but living out what’s already true of us in Christ. Finally, they answer listener questions about community, confession, and how to build a sustainable habit of Scripture when consistency feels hard. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

After a short break, Brenton Grimm and Pastor Chris Carr kick off the new year with a quick “All In” update—celebrating God’s faithfulness as Harmony reaches 48% and hearing how real spiritual transformation is taking root alongside the numbers. From there, they wade into a timely and often controversial question: what can Christians take from psychology, and how Scripture must remain the final authority. Chris offers a framework for engaging psychological science without either dismissing it outright or placing it above God’s Word, including a fascinating connection between neuroscience and the renewing of the mind. They then talk about why loving God with our minds feels especially urgent right now, and why the battle for kids’ identity is so intense in the pre-teen and teen years. The episode closes by unpacking why “activity produces identity” is spiritually crushing, and how union with Christ—and a truth-speaking community—reorients who we are. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this final episode of the year, Brenton and Chris wrap up their conversation around John 17 and what it means to live in the world without becoming like it. They talk about the two common extremes Christians fall into—blending in with culture or separating into a bubble—and why Jesus calls us to something harder. Chris also explains why believers shouldn’t be shocked by opposition, and why Jesus teaches us to respond with joy and faith instead of retaliation. They touch on spiritual warfare and how Satan and our own sin often overlap in the battle we see around us. The episode closes with a hopeful reminder about security in Christ, sanctification as being wholly dedicated to God, and why Christmas matters in the middle of heavy topics. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

On this week’s episode of Further, Brenton and Chris kick things off with a quick update on the holiday schedule and a preview of an upcoming All-In mini-series on loving God with our minds. They dive into John 17 and talk about Jesus’ prayer as a kind of “last will and testament,” focusing on God’s glory as His goodness on display and how the Trinity has always been glorifying and celebrating one another. Chris and Brenton wrestle with why God seeking His own glory isn’t selfish, and how that actually ends up being for our good and our joy. They also unpack Jesus’ definition of eternal life as knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ—not just “going to heaven when we die,” but a restored relationship with God that starts now. To close, Chris shares real-life stories from within Harmony of people being transformed “from one degree of glory to another” as they behold God’s goodness in the middle of suffering, repentance, sacrifice, and everyday faithfulness. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

On this week’s episode of Further, Brenton Grimm sits down with Clay Baker to talk about what biblical joy really is and how it’s different from simple happiness. They unpack how joy can coexist with sorrow and suffering, looking at passages like Nehemiah, Philippians 4, Habakkuk 3, and John 16 to show that our joy is rooted in Christ’s person, work, and presence, not in our circumstances. Clay shares personally about negative thought patterns, music, and habits, and how filling our minds with gospel truth and good rhythms of prayer, Scripture, and fellowship shapes our experience of joy. They also talk about how God uses our suffering for our good, for the good of others, and for His glory, even when we’re impatient for relief or for Jesus’ return. Finally, they connect Harmony’s “remember, rehearse, respond” framework for corporate worship to everyday life, encouraging listeners to carry those same gospel-centered patterns into their week so that their joy may be full. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

On this week’s episode of Further, Brenton and Chris dig into John 16 and the often-misunderstood “unforgivable sin,” clarifying it as a persistent refusal to believe the Holy Spirit’s witness about Jesus. They talk through the difference between conviction and condemnation, showing how God uses guilt and shame not to crush us, but to draw us back to Himself in grace. Chris unpacks how unbelief sits underneath all our sins—even as believers—and how our constant drive to “prove ourselves” is really a longing to get back to the righteousness we lost in Eden. They also explore how self-righteousness shows up in everyday things like parenting, marriage, performance, appearance, and even sports, and how the Spirit slowly teaches us to rest more in Christ’s righteousness instead of our own. Finally, they discuss the Holy Spirit’s convicting work through the church, the dangers of acting like the “sin police,” and why our primary aim with others must be to point them to Jesus, not just to behavior change. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

On this week’s episode of Further, Brenton Grimm sits down with Nathan Williams to unpack John 15 and what it really means to count the cost of following Jesus today. They talk through modern forms of persecution—from lost jobs to lost friendships—and how to avoid confusing bold faith with just being combative. Nathan explains what it looks like to “speak the truth in love,” aiming to reach people with humility and compassion while refusing to compromise biblical truth. Looking to the early church, they explore how joy can coexist with suffering when our aim is God’s glory. The episode wraps up with practical encouragement to pray, rely on the Spirit, lead with love, and be bold enough to speak truth even when it costs something. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this week’s episode, Brenton and Chris talk about a quick life update—moving locally and celebrating 14 years at Harmony—before diving back into John 14. We unpack why the relationship between love and obedience is both a theological and practical struggle, tracing debates from Romans, Galatians, and James to today’s churches. Chris contrasts the ditches of legalism and progressive “anything goes,” emphasizing that law and grace aren’t enemies but meet in the gospel. We explore diagnostics for our motives—fear, self-justification, or genuine love for Jesus—and apply it to parenting with firm-but-not-harsh guidance that keeps relationship central. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this week’s Further, Brenton and Chris dive deep into Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit in John 14 and why it was actually to the disciples’ advantage that He go away. They unpack how the Spirit continues Jesus’ ministry today as our advocate, comforter, counselor, and friend, and why so many believers either overlook or misunderstand His work. Chris explains how our cultural views, busyness, and fear of surrender often keep us from walking in step with the Spirit. The two also talk about practical ways to listen, study Scripture in community, and depend on the Spirit daily. They close by contrasting the world’s temporary peace with the lasting peace Jesus offers through His Spirit, even when life feels uncertain. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this episode of Further, Brenton Grimm sits down with pastors Clay Baker and Matt Mitchell to talk about why prayer can feel difficult and how we can grow in it. They unpack common struggles like self-reliance, distraction, and routine prayers that feel empty, and share practical ways to experience real intimacy with God. The conversation also clarifies Jesus’ promise that believers will do “greater works,” explaining that it’s about the Spirit’s power working through ordinary people, not outdoing Jesus Himself. Clay and Matt encourage faithfulness in everyday life — from parenting to ordinary service — and show how true joy and lasting impact flow from abiding in Christ. They wrap up with practical tips for a richer prayer life, like praying Scripture, journaling, and starting your quiet time with prayer. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris dive into John 14 and talk about why faith isn’t just a blind “leap” but a confident trust rooted in evidence and God’s character. They explore how belief goes beyond intellectual agreement and is really about a personal relationship of love and trust with Christ. The conversation also clears up common misconceptions about heaven—reminding us that it’s ultimately about being with Jesus, not just escaping pain or gaining comfort. They wrap up by tackling Jesus’ bold claim, “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” and what it means to hold to that truth with both boldness and gentleness in today’s culture. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris trace how the early church grew from a few thousand believers into the most influential movement of its time. They look at Acts 2:42 and discuss how faithful teaching, persecution, adoption, generosity, and unity fueled the spread of the gospel. Chris unpacks the balance between God’s holiness and His love, pointing to the cross as the perfect display of both. Together they explore Jesus’ command to love one another within the church, what that means for evangelism, and how to handle conflict in a biblical way. The conversation closes with a look at Peter’s zeal, his failure, and the encouragement that God still works through imperfect people. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com

After a heavy week in the life of the church, Brenton and Chris reflect on why some conversations are best saved for later and clarify Chris’s call to “listen to your pastors more”—not to exclude outside voices, but to prioritize the shepherds who know and oversee you. From John 13 and Mark 10, they unpack Jesus’ model of servant leadership: authority restrained for the good of others. They probe how pride hides in “helping” that centers ourselves, and offer everyday diagnostics—how we react when help isn’t appreciated, our craving for recognition, and the quiet entitlement that leaks out under pressure. Practical steps follow: invite trusted people to speak truth, stay rooted in prayer and Scripture, set healthy boundaries with difficult relationships, and remember we ultimately serve the Lord. The episode closes with Jesus’ promise in John 13:17—why humble service may not always feel “happy,” but it brings a deeper, durable blessedness of meaning, joy, and fulfillment. Email us at [email protected] If you have a question that you'd like to be discussed on Further, send us an email at: [email protected] Listen to last week's Sermon: Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our church website at: harmonybiblechurch.org furtherpodcast.com