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Pastor JJ continues working through The Beatitudes with the students.

Pastor Hunter and Drew Mathews sit down to discuss the sermon from Sunday, "Where Are They?" They examine the gratitude they carry in their own lives for how God brought them to where they sit now, and they explore the question about how people can feel the same goodness from God, but not respond the same. Join the conversation! Leave a comment or email [email protected] or [email protected] with questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you!

What does the Bible actually say, and how can we be sure we're interpreting it correctly? In this episode of the New Grace Extras Podcast, Drew and Caleb dive into hermeneutics—the study of how to properly interpret Scripture—and explain why it's something every Christian should understand. The key to good biblical interpretation is context, context, context. Through practical examples from Proverbs, Matthew, Romans, Galatians, James, and the parable of the prodigal son, they explore the importance of understanding both the historical and literary context of Scripture. They also unpack the difference between eisegesis (reading our own ideas into the Bible) and exegesis (drawing out what the original author intended to communicate). Along the way, Drew and Caleb share practical resources to help you dig deeper, including Bible dictionaries, handbooks, commentaries, atlases, and online study tools. Whether you're new to studying Scripture or have been reading the Bible for years, this conversation will challenge you to move beyond asking, "What does this mean to me?" and start asking, "What was God communicating through His Word?" Notable Resources Mentioned: Blue Letter Bible – A free website and app with Bible word studies, commentaries, and verse-by-verse resources. Holman's Bible Dictionaries & Handbooks – Helpful background information on biblical people, places, words, and individual books of the Bible. Bible Commentaries – Additional explanations and historical background to help understand Scripture. Bible Atlases – Geographic and historical context for biblical events. Old & New Testament Introductions and Surveys – Overviews of biblical books, their audiences, themes, and historical settings. BibleCommentaries.com – An online resource for finding Bible commentaries. The goal isn't simply to find something that applies to our lives, but to know God more deeply by understanding what He has actually revealed through His Word.

The most important part of a speech is the first words. Pastor JJ begins a series on the Beatitudes, digging into the first words of Jesus's Sermon on the Mount.

Drew and Pastor Derek explore the imagery of what comes after the judgement and discuss how what we do now can affect what happens then.

Pastor Derek, Pastor Hunter, and Drew sit down to answer some questions from listeners and dive into the the judgement scene of Revelation.

Pastor JJ walks the students through the story of Esau trading his birthright to Jacob for stew.

Drew and Kaleb tackle a big question today. They look at scripture, church history, different theologies, and personal views of God as they explore this question.

In this episode, Pastors Derek Anglin and Hunter Ramsey join Drew Mathews and Kaleb Glaze to discuss Jesus Revealed in Revelation: The Conquering Christ. Building on Revelation 4–16, the conversation explores how Revelation connects with other prophetic passages throughout Scripture, how different interpretations shape our understanding of end-time events, and what we can know with confidence about Christ’s ultimate victory. While the details and sequence of prophecy can be complex and debated, one truth remains central: Jesus is worthy, sovereign, and in complete control. This discussion looks beyond the questions surrounding the end times to consider what the revelation of Jesus means for our faith and how we live today.

What if your circumstances don’t determine your mindset—but your mindset determines how you face your circumstances? In Philippians, Paul writes from prison, yet his words are filled with encouragement rather than complaints. How could someone in such a difficult situation maintain that kind of perspective? Pastor JJ takes students through Philippians, exemplifying Paul's peace about his circumstances. In Philippians 4:8, Paul challenges us to focus our minds on what is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and commendable. But this isn’t just about thinking positively—it’s about being intentional with what we allow to shape our thoughts. In this message, students put that challenge into practice by identifying something for each of these attributes. What does your mindset focus on?

Drew Mathews and Kaleb Glaze tackle the difficult topic of human depravity—the reality that, because of sin, no person is completely righteous or spiritually good before God. They explore the doctrine of original sin, including inherited guilt and the sinful nature passed down from Adam. The conversation traces human depravity back to Genesis 2–3 and explains how Adam's disobedience affected all humanity. But the story doesn't end with our sin. Drew and Kaleb connect humanity's need for a Savior to the Gospel, showing how Christ's righteousness provides the answer to Adam's sin. They also connect depravity to last week's discussion of general revelation, considering how God's moral law is reflected in human conscience even as sin and culture can distort our understanding of right and wrong. Human Depravity Romans 3:23 — All have sinned and fallen short of God's glory. Romans 5:12–19 — Adam's sin brought condemnation and death, while Christ brings righteousness and life. Psalm 51:1–5 — David recognizes his sinful condition. Jeremiah 17:9 — The human heart is deceitful. Romans 7:18 — Nothing good dwells in our sinful nature. Titus 1:15 — Sin affects the mind and conscience. Where Did It Begin? Genesis 2:16–17 — God gives Adam the command regarding the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Romans 5:17–19 — Paul connects Adam's disobedience with humanity's condemnation and Christ's obedience with righteousness. The Gospel 2 Corinthians 5:21 — Christ became sin for us so that we could become the righteousness of God. Isaiah 53:2–5 — Christ bears our sin, grief, and punishment, bringing peace and healing. Depravity & Conscience 1 Timothy 4:1–2 — Paul warns about consciences becoming seared. Romans 3:12 — Humanity has turned aside; no one does good on their own. Key Takeaway: We cannot save ourselves from the guilt and corruption of sin. Our universal need for a Savior points us to Jesus Christ and His righteousness.

Pastors Derek and Hunter sit down with Drew Mathews and Kaleb Glaze to go deeper into the sermon "Jesus the Cosmic Christ," the first in Pastor Derek's series "Jesus Revealed in Revelation." They cover topics such as interpretation of the Lord's day, the appearance of Jesus, the idea of being "slain in the Spirit," and more. If you have questions after a Sunday sermon, email them to [email protected] to add it to the discussion on that weeks "Beyond the Message."

Drew Mathews and Kaleb Glaze explore general revelation—what God has made known about Himself through creation, human history, and the human conscience. They discuss how the order of creation and our awareness of right and wrong point us toward God's existence, power, wisdom, and moral authority. They also tackle an important question: Can someone be saved through general revelation alone? As they examine what Scripture says, the conversation points toward the necessity of the Gospel and Jesus as the only way to salvation. This discussion sets up next week's question: Who is innocent? General Revelation Psalm 19:1 — Creation declares God's glory. Acts 14:16–17 — God leaves a witness of Himself through creation and His provision. Romans 1:18–21 — God's nature and power are evident through what He has made. Romans 1:32 — Humanity has an awareness of God's moral judgment. Romans 2:14–15 — God's law is reflected in the human conscience. Special RevelationGod's specific revelation through Scripture and His revealed Word, providing the Gospel and knowledge necessary for salvation. Can General Revelation Save? 2 Timothy 2:4 — God desires people to be saved. John 14:6 — Jesus declares that He is the way, the truth, and the life.

Drew Mathews and Kaleb Glaze take a deep dive into one of Christianity’s most historic statements of faith: the Nicene Creed. Together, they unpack where the creed came from, why the early church felt it was necessary, and what it actually teaches about God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Their conversation explores the controversy surrounding Arianism and the question at the heart of the Nicene Council: Who is Jesus? They discuss why the church affirmed that Jesus is not a created being, but fully God and fully human, and why that truth matters for the Gospel itself. Drew and Kaleb also walk through several passages of Scripture that support the major claims of the creed, showing that the Nicene Creed wasn’t intended to create new doctrine, but to clearly articulate foundational biblical truths. Finally, they discuss why understanding these doctrines still matters for Christians today—and how the creed can help believers recognize teachings that move away from historic Christian orthodoxy. The Nicene CreedThe full creed discussed in the episode includes affirmations about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; Jesus’ incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection, ascension, and return; the Church; forgiveness of sins; the resurrection; and the life to come. The Councils of Nicaea and ConstantinopleThe episode discusses the two ecumenical councils that form the historical background of the Nicene Creed: the Council of Nicaea in AD 325 and the Council of Constantinople in AD 381. ArianismArianism was the theological controversy that prompted the Nicene Council. The episode explains Arius's teaching that the Son was begotten by the Father and therefore had a beginning, rather than being coeternal with the Father. The Nicene response affirmed the Son as fully divine and of the same essence as the Father. Key Biblical References Deuteronomy 6:4 — The oneness of God. Mark 12:29 — Jesus affirms the oneness of God. 1 Corinthians 8:4–6 — One God, the Father, and one Lord, Jesus Christ. Acts 5:3–5 — The Holy Spirit is identified with God. Matthew 28:19 — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are named together in baptism. 2 Corinthians 13:14 — Paul identifies distinct roles for the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Genesis 1–2 — God as Creator. John 1:1–4, 14–18 — Jesus as the Word who was with God, was God, and became flesh. Colossians 1:15–20 — Christ as the image of the invisible God and the one through whom all things were created. Hebrews 1:1–4, 8–12 — The Son as the radiance of God’s glory and exact representation of His nature. 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 — Christ’s death for our sins and resurrection. Acts 1:9–11 — Jesus’ ascension and promised return. Hebrews 2:14 — Christ sharing in flesh and blood and defeating the power of death. Further Reading Mentioned Logos — The Nicene Creedhttps://www.logos.com/grow/nook-nicene-creed/ Athanasius — On the Incarnation of the Word of GodThe discussion references Athanasius's work on the incarnation and his explanation of why Christ had to be truly God in order to accomplish the work of salvation.

Pastor JJ looks at the ten lepers Jesus healed. Out of all ten how many came back and expressed gratitude for something great done in their lives? Are we like those lepers that left, or do we remember to go back to God and thank Him for his blessings?