Dive In With Matt & Joe

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Dive In with Matt and Joe is a weekly podcast that brings the listener deeper into the Sunday messages of CenterPoint Church in Concord, NH. There may be things that got cut from the message that we want to revisit and “nerd out on” together. There may be passages within the series that aren’t used on a Sunday, but are important to the message series. CenterPoint Church is walking through the Gospel of Mark, so that will be the focus as we engage the Bible together. So…let’s Dive In!

  1. 3d ago

    Participating in God's Kingdom

    Participating in God's Kingdom Joe sits down with special guests, Craig and Lori Chartier, to talk about what it means to participate in God’s kingdom. They invite us to shift from earning God's love to receiving our identity as his beloved children. They also share a story where a frustrating interruption became a chance to join in on what God was already doing. The episode invites listeners to move from pressure to participation in God’s kingdom in everyday life. #kingdomofpriests, #Exodus19, #kingdomofGod, #1Peter2, #identityinChrist, #God'slove, #earningGod'slove, #gracevs.performance, #alreadyandnotyet, #everydayfaith 0:00 Welcome and intro 1:05 How long have you walked with Jesus? Craig and Lori share their stories 3:49 What stood out from Sunday's message: identity over earning 6:40 The "love triangle" recap: Father, identity, obedience 8:28 What it means to be a kingdom of priests (Exodus 19 and 1 Peter 2) 11:50 Kingdom living in everyday life 13:19 Church activity vs. living in the kingdom 19:46 Why identity and kingdom can't be separated 23:01 Longing for more: an invitation to a whole new life 26:53 The already and not yet of the kingdom, and the Lord's Prayer 28:50 The Uno's story: when an interruption becomes an invitation 34:38 Noticing frustration, praying, and watching the moment shift 39:49 Boundaries, and kingdom moments all around us 40:49 Takeaways: gratitude, awe and everyday faithfulness 43:49 Pressure vs. participation 46:14 Closing encouragement

  2. Oct 28

    Who's Your Jethro?

    Who's Your Jethro? Joe sits down with guest speaker Andy Needham to continue the conversation from Sunday's message on Exodus 18. They look at Jethro, a Gentile priest of Midian who confesses that Yahweh is greater than all gods, and explore what he teaches us about being a spiritual mentor to others. They also discuss how to find those relationships and how to become that person for someone else. #Jethro, #Exodus18, #Moses, #spiritualmothers and #fathers, #spiritualmentorship, #lovingcorrection, #callinnotcallout, #humility, #invitation 0:00 – Welcome to Dive In 0:37 – Thanking Andy and what didn't make the message 2:25 – Who is Jethro, priest of Midian? 5:28 – Jethro's confession and the covenant meal 9:05 – Worship first, then correction 10:26 – Jethro's posture: observing, asking questions, guiding 12:41 – Wounds of a friend and loving correction 14:03 – Shallow criticism vs. weighty correction 15:11 – Humility and holding things with open hands 17:08 – Jethro recalibrates Moses' role without removing it 18:35 – Acts 6:7 and the priests who came to faith 20:10 – Call in, don't call out 24:04 – Four questions: right person, place, time and conversation 25:03 – Are you a fan or a father in this person's life? 26:46 – Andy's story of spiritual father Peter Vitello 30:03 – The staff, the sword and a fatherly blessing 32:13 – Do you have one or two people to open your life to? 33:13 – Jesus' concentric circles of relationship 35:38 – Taking the risk to ask for friendship 36:29 – Who are you being a spiritual mother or father to? 37:58 – Cultivating relationships you can't control 39:23 – Simple invitations and hospitality 40:54 – Closing thoughts and encouragement

  3. Oct 21

    God Fights For His People

    God Fights For His People This episode picks up with the core question being asked, 'Is the Lord among us or not?’. The resounding response by Yahweh is, “I am here among you!” This narrative reveals that God is among his people as defender.  Together, Matt and Joe explore the themes of God's presence, intercession, and community in the context of biblical narratives.  They also discuss the dual nature of God's presence as both judgment and mercy, the role of intercession in battles, and how we need each other on this journey of trusting The LORD. #Bible, #Exodus, #Amalekites, #God'sprovision, #Joshua, #Moses, #faith, #spiritualwarfare, #biblicalnarrative, #covenant, #faithfulness, #God'spresence, #intercession, #mercy, #community, #leadership, #trust, #battle, #scripture, #victory, #faith 01:12 The Thirst Story and God's Provision 03:15 The Battle with the Amalekites 10:02 Joshua's Role and God's Presence 14:32 Moses' Participation in the Battle 17:52 The Dual Nature of God's Presence 20:08 The Role of Intercession in Battle 23:25 The Significance of the Stone 27:04 God's Mercy in the Midst of Conflict 30:44 The Community of Intercession 35:30 The Transition of Leadership and Divine Instruction

  4. Oct 14

    Quail & Manna in Exodus 16

    Quail & Manna in Exodus 16 In this conversation, the Joe and Matt explore the themes of provision and grumbling as illustrated in the biblical story in Exodus 16. Quail and manna are God’s provision and also His invitation to trust him. Will they do it?  the Bible draws us into the deep significance of bread, particularly in relation to Jesus as the bread of life. They discuss the importance of trusting in God's daily provision and the tests that come with abundance. The conversation shifts to the principles of Sabbath, emphasizing rest, play, and the rejection of obligation. They highlight the freedom found in Sabbath practices and the need to navigate personal expectations. The Matt and Joe encourage listeners to experiment with micro Sabbaths in their daily lives, ultimately inviting them to trust in God's goodness and presence. #quail, #manna, #Exodus, #God'sprovision, #grumbling, #testing, #breadoflife, #biblicalthemes, #OldTestament, #faith, #bread, #trust, #provision, #Sabbath, #abundance, #spirituality, #dailylife, #community, #Jesus 00:53 Exploring Quail in Exodus 02:59 Grumbling and God's Provision 06:40 Testing and Trusting God 11:56 Understanding Manna: What Is It? 18:35 Bread of Life: Jesus in the Wilderness 20:35 The Significance of Bread in Faith 22:28 Trusting in Daily Provision 23:45 The Test of Abundance and Trust 26:50 Understanding Sabbath and Its Principles 28:51 Sabbath Axioms: We Rest, We Play, No Work, God Loves Us 34:44 Navigating Obligation and Expectation 37:13 Sabbath as a Rebellion Against Consumerism 40:55 Micro Sabbaths: Finding God in Everyday Moments 46:13 Invitation to Experiment with Sabbath

  5. Oct 7

    Exodus 15: Liminal Spaces

    Exodus 15: Liminal Spaces In this episode of Dive In, Joe and Matt explore the themes of wilderness, testing, and restoration as illustrated in the story of Exodus 15. They discuss the significance of the three days journey into the wilderness, the concept of liminal spaces, and the tree as a symbol of healing and instruction. The conversation delves into the deeper meanings behind these biblical narratives and their relevance to faith and trust in God. This conversation explores the overarching narrative of Scripture, emphasizing the centrality of Jesus. They also highlight some of the things we can see in the various numbers in biblical stories. It delves into the themes of formation, trust, and testing, illustrating how these elements shape the journey of believers today. #Exodus, #wilderness, #threedays, #testing, #faith, #scripture, #healing, #trust, #journey, #lessonsScripture, #Jesus, #formation, #trust, #testing, #narrative, #community, #numbers, #Torah, #dwelling 00:00 Welcome to Dive In: Setting the Stage 02:46 Exploring the Wilderness: Lessons from Exodus 05:57 The Significance of Three Days in Scripture 11:53 Liminal Spaces: Trusting the Process 15:08 The Tree of Life: Restoration and Healing 17:01 The Central Story of Scripture 19:59 The Significance of Numbers in the Narrative 24:04 The Journey of Formation and Trust 26:56 Testing as a Pathway to Trust 31:59 The Invitation to Trust in Daily Life

  6. Sep 30

    Exodus 14: Through Death To Life

    Exodus 14: Through Death To Life In this conversation, Matt and Joe explore the thematic significance of water in the biblical narrative, particularly focusing on the Exodus story and its connections to Genesis. They discuss the symbolism of chaos waters, the parting of the Red Sea, and how Jesus demonstrates mastery over these waters. The conversation also touches on the dual nature of water as both a source of chaos and a life-giving force, culminating in reflections on redemption and new creation. In this conversation, they explore the profound themes of life, death, and resurrection as depicted in Christian theology. They discuss the necessity of water as a metaphor for life, the symbolism of blood and water in Christ's death, and the transformative journey from death to life through faith. The conversation delves into various atonement theories, the significance of baptism, and the empowerment to live victoriously over sin. They emphasize the importance of trust and confession in the believer's life. #water, #chaos, #redemption, #biblicalnarrative, #Exodus, #Genesis, #Jesus, #mastery, #life-giving, #themeswater, #life, #salvation, #atonement, #baptism, #victory, #sin, #trust, #martyrdom, #deliverance 00:00 Introduction to Water Themes 02:48 Exploring the Parting of the Red Sea 05:59 Chaos Waters in Biblical Narrative 08:58 Jesus and Mastery Over Chaos Waters 12:01 The Symbolism of Water in Redemption 14:56 Life-Giving Waters in Scripture 18:26 The Necessity of Water and Life 19:04 Blood and Water: Symbolism in Christ's Death 20:33 From Death to Life: The Way of Salvation 22:15 Atonement Theories: Ransom and Christus Victor 24:51 Baptism: A Sign of Death and New Life 26:08 Living in Victory Over Sin 30:47 The Power of Confession and Trust 34:02 The Way of Jesus: Martyrdom and Kingdom Growth 38:44 Be Still: Trusting in God's Deliverance

  7. Sep 23

    Cloud & FIre: Experiencing God's Presence in the Wildnerness

    Cloud & FIre: Experiencing God's Presence in the Wildnerness In this episode, Joe and Matt trace the theme of God’s presence made known through the cloud and fire, which are not random images but a repeated pattern revealing that God gives not just rescue, but himself. They also share a personal story of experiencing God’s presence during a wilderness season, seeing how God was present through people, prayer, and healing all along. 00:00 Back with listeners and setting up the conversation 04:13 Abram and the beginning of the covenant story 09:23 Mount Sinai and the covenant with the whole people 12:31 The tabernacle as Eden imagery and God dwelling in the camp 16:24 David wants to build a house for God 17:21 Solomon builds the temple 19:04 Exile and the departure of God’s visible presence 20:20 Isaiah 4 and the promise of cloud, fire, and refuge 22:42 Jesus’ baptism and the heavens opening 23:52 The transfiguration and the mountain cloud 25:29 Pentecost, wind, fire, and the birth of the church 26:42 Revelation 1 and the glorified Son of Man 27:55 What to reach for when God’s route does not make sense 31:02 Joe’s story of ministry pain and disorientation 36:05 An exodus story of being led out of fear

  8. Sep 16

    Rescued For Belonging

    Rescued For Belonging In this episode, Matt and Joe discuss key themes in the book of Exodus, particularly focusing on identity, belonging, and the concept of covenant as it relates to the Israelites’ journey out of Egypt toward the land of God’s promise. They delve into the significance of the consecration of the firstborn and the implications of belonging to God, emphasizing the relational aspect of covenant and the cost associated with it. In this conversation, the Matt and Joe explore the themes of redemption, belonging, and the importance of storytelling within the context of faith. They discuss the significance of the Passover as a foundational story for the Israelites, emphasizing how it shapes their identity as a people rescued by God. They also stress the importance of embodied practices and generational storytelling as means of remembering and living out our faith in the daily rhythms of life. #Exodus, #identity, #belonging, #covenant, #consecration, #firstborn, #redemption, #faith, #spirituality #Passover, #Redemption, #Covenant, #Community, #Storytelling, #EmbodiedPractices, #Faith, #GenerationalRemembrance, #Exodus, #Belonging 05:47 Identity and Belonging in Exodus 09:05 Understanding Covenant and Belonging 11:56 The Cost of Belonging 15:04 Consecration of the Firstborn 18:39 The Significance of the Passover and Substitution 21:41 Understanding Redemption and Belonging 24:50 Covenant and Community in God's Plan 27:25 The Role of Storytelling in Faith 31:34 Embodied Practices and Their Importance 35:39 Generational Storytelling and Remembrance

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Dive In with Matt and Joe is a weekly podcast that brings the listener deeper into the Sunday messages of CenterPoint Church in Concord, NH. There may be things that got cut from the message that we want to revisit and “nerd out on” together. There may be passages within the series that aren’t used on a Sunday, but are important to the message series. CenterPoint Church is walking through the Gospel of Mark, so that will be the focus as we engage the Bible together. So…let’s Dive In!

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  • Creator
    CenterPoint Church
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
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