The Center Church

The Center Church
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Welcome to The Center Church Podcast, where faith meets community in Byron Center, MI. Join us for inspiring sermons, heartfelt stories, and practical teachings that connect you personally with God's love and challenge you to make a difference in the world around you. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, community connection, or simply a message of hope, The Center Church Podcast is here to nourish your soul and ignite your passion for justice and righteousness. Tune in and be part of a faith journey that transforms lives.

  1. 9h ago

    Know God | Brian Blum

    What if spiritual growth isn't about trying harder, but about slowly rooting yourself in Christ like an acorn growing into an oak tree? You'll explore the life of Peter—from a young, overlooked fisherman to an old man testifying that Jesus has given every believer everything needed for a godly life—and discover that discipleship is both possible and gradual, available to anyone willing to take the next step. You can expect encouragement to let go of shame or comparison, along with a practical invitation to begin or recommit to your own journey of knowing God, finding freedom, discovering purpose, making a difference, and advancing His kingdom. Passages in this message: Colossians 2:6-7 2 Peter 1:1-9 Matthew 4:18-20 Matthew 16:13-17 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    Know God | Brian Blum

  2. Sep 28

    What Are You Doing Here? | Youth Takeover

    Are you coming to prayer just to talk, or are you making room to actually listen? Through Elijah's story of exhaustion and discouragement, you'll discover what it means to hear from God when life feels overwhelming. You can expect to examine your own prayer motives, learn to recognize God's voice in the quiet moments, and understand how to surrender your agenda to His will. This exploration will challenge you to move beyond simply asking God for what you want and instead cultivate a heart that's genuinely ready to listen and follow wherever He leads. Passages in this message: 1 Kings 19:4-14 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    What Are You Doing Here? | Youth Takeover

  3. Sep 21

    Finding God In a Whisper | JJ Mannschreck

    What would your life look like if God answered every prayer exactly the way you hoped He would? You'll discover why God often speaks in whispers rather than earthquakes, and how to find Him in the mundane moments of everyday life. Through Elijah's story of post-victory collapse and encountering God on the mountain, you can expect to learn that God's method of connecting with you may look different than it does for others—and that's actually good news. You'll be encouraged to explore practical spiritual disciplines that help you remain attached to the vine and hear God's gentle voice above the white noise of the world. Passages in this message: 1 Kings 18:45-46 1 Kings 19:3-4 1 Kings 19:8-13 John 15:5-8 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    Finding God In a Whisper | JJ Mannschreck

  4. Sep 14

    Burned Out and Broken | Josh Holtrop

    What if the very silence you're trying so hard to avoid is where God is inviting you to listen? Through the story of the prophet Elijah—who experienced incredible mountaintop moments yet still ran in fear and exhaustion—you'll discover that hearing God's voice doesn't require another conference, retreat, or spiritual high. You can expect to learn practical steps for slowing down, eliminating distractions, and creating space to actually listen to what God wants to say right where you are. This is a challenge to take just 10 minutes this week to be still, be silent, and hear from the Lord. Passages in this message: 1 Kings 17:3-24 1 Kings 18:20-39 1 Kings 19:1-18 1 Kings 19:11-12 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    Burned Out and Broken | Josh Holtrop

  5. Sep 7

    Intake to Outflow | JJ Mannschreck

    What's the difference between a life that's spiritually vibrant and one that's grown stagnant and bitter? You'll discover why God invites—even welcomes—your honest complaints, confusion, and heartbreak, not as a sign of weak faith but as an act of authentic relationship with Him. You can expect to learn three powerful ways to express yourself to God that will cultivate admiration, endurance, and worship in your heart. This explores how bringing both the beauty of God and the agony of the world before Him leads us to the transforming glory of the cross. Passages in this message: Psalm 27:1-3 Psalm 27:4-6 Ephesians 5:18-20 Psalm 27:7-10 Psalm 27:11 Colossians 3:16 Psalm 27:11-14 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

  6. Aug 31

    A Mind to Work | JJ Mannschreck

    What if the small, ordinary things you do could spark a movement that changes the world? Through the story of Nehemiah's wall and a woman who won the Nobel Peace Prize by planting trees, you'll discover how God multiplies our simple acts of obedience into exponential impact. You can expect to see how your prayers, invitations, and faithful service—even when no one notices—create ripples that bring people home and closer to Jesus. You'll be challenged to identify the "one domino" you can put in place and trust God to do what only He can do with your one wild and forgiven life. Passages in this message: Nehemiah 6:15 Nehemiah 7:4, 6, 66-69 Nehemiah 8:1-3, 8-10 John 1:38 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    A Mind to Work | JJ Mannschreck

  7. Aug 24

    Don't Come Down | Amanda Alcumbrack

    What do you do when the excitement fades and the obstacles grow, but the calling remains? Through Nehemiah's journey of rebuilding Jerusalem's walls, you'll discover how to persevere when criticism, fear, exhaustion, and distraction threaten to pull you away from what God has called you to do. You'll learn that faithfulness isn't one heroic moment—it's the same decision repeated over and over: "I'm doing great work; I cannot come down." Ultimately, you'll find that the strength to stay on the wall comes not from trying harder, but from remembering what Christ has already done. Passages in this message: Nehemiah 4:1-14 Nehemiah 6:1-4 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    Don't Come Down | Amanda Alcumbrack

  8. Aug 17

    You've Got a Section | JJ Mannschreck

    What if the thing God is calling you to do is right in front of you, and you're the exact person He's chosen for it? You'll discover how Nehemiah rallied an entire community to rebuild Jerusalem's walls in just 52 days—not because everyone was an expert, but because everyone owned their piece. You can expect to identify where your deep gladness meets the world's deep hunger, and find the confidence to step into the work God has placed directly across from your home. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that God doesn't make mistakes when He calls you—your broken efforts become enough when Jesus redeems them. Passages in this message: Nehemiah 2:11-18 Nehemiah 3:1 Nehemiah 3:8 Nehemiah 3:23 Nehemiah 3:28 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

    You've Got a Section | JJ Mannschreck
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Welcome to The Center Church Podcast, where faith meets community in Byron Center, MI. Join us for inspiring sermons, heartfelt stories, and practical teachings that connect you personally with God's love and challenge you to make a difference in the world around you. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, community connection, or simply a message of hope, The Center Church Podcast is here to nourish your soul and ignite your passion for justice and righteousness. Tune in and be part of a faith journey that transforms lives.

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  • Creator
    The Center Church
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    121
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © The Center Church
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