614 Church

614 Church

This is the official podcast for 614 Church in Columbus, Ohio. Our mission is to make Jesus known in our neighborhood, our city, and around the world. We hope you encounter the Lord and find encouragement through these teachings!

  1. MAR 4

    The Secret to Finding Abundant Life // Jackie Pullinger

    614 Conference Sunday Special Episode! In this moving and convicting message, legendary missionary Jackie Pullinger shares her heart on what it truly means to follow Jesus into the darkest corners of society. Drawing from her decades of experience in Hong Kong’s Walled City, Jackie challenges the Church to move beyond comfortable ministry and embrace the "lurching disasters" of the world. In this message, Jackie discusses: - The Mandate of the Poor: Why ministry to the marginalized isn't an "optional extra" but the heart of the Gospel. - The Concept of Kenosis: How Jesus emptied Himself, and why our own "emptiness" is actually the doorway to God’s abundance. - Handling Disappointment: Encouragement for those who have been "burnt" by ministry and how to find the grace to go again. - Spiritual Gifts: The practical necessity of the Holy Spirit's power when our own resources run dry. Jackie reminds us that we don't have to go to Hong Kong to find the lost—we simply need to start where we are, waste our "perfume" on the one in front of us, and trust that God will bring the harvest. Be sure to follow 614 Church online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/ Website: https://www.614church.org To support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/ To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below! https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193 Until Everyone Knows Jesus. #614church 0:00 – Introduction: Welcoming a Woman of God 1:27 – Prophetic Song: "Will You See? Will You Go?" 4:02 – The Foolishness of Tongues: Building Yourself Up 6:17 – Human Becoming: Reflecting God Differently 7:47 – Why the Poor? The Essential Gospel Mandate 13:25 – Legends of Lust: A "Lurching Disaster" Success Story 24:14 – The Principle of Kenosis: Dying Daily to Live Fully 42:47 – A Prayer for the Disappointed: Going Again After Getting "Burnt"

    54 min
  2. MAR 3

    Stop Giving God Your Leftovers // Danny Batarseh

    Is Jesus worthy of everything in your life, or is He not worthy at all? In this continuing study of Genesis, Danny explores the familiar but challenging story of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1-16). He unpacks a crucial question: Why did God accept Abel's offering but reject Cain's? This sermon reveals that God’s preference was not about meat vs. vegetables. It was about the heart behind the gift. Abel gave his "first and finest"—a move of complete faith—while Cain merely offered "some"—an act of convenient ritual. Danny challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we offering God our best "first fruits," or just our leftovers? We explore what it means to be a "living sacrifice" in today's world and the danger of letting resentment and comparison "crouch at the door" of our hearts. Be sure to follow 614 Church online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/ Website: https://www.614church.org To support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/ To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below! https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193 Until Everyone Knows Jesus. 📍 Sermon Chapters 0:00 - Are You Actively Seeking God? 4:53 - Introduction to Cain and Abel 6:33 - The Problem with Leftovers 8:48 - Faith vs. Obligation 10:14 - What Are Today's "First Fruits"? 18:48 - When Sin Crouches at the Door 22:15 - The Danger of Resentment 24:08 - God Draws Near in Our Failure #cainandabel  #genesis  #worship  #faith  #christiansermon  #generosity  #repentance  #forgiveness  #614church

    41 min
  3. MAR 2

    The Power of the Table: Redefining Church Planting with Chris Wienand

    This is a special episode from 614 Conference that features a conversation between David Swart and Chris Wienand. We hope you enjoy this and are stirred to ask the Lord how you are meant to GO! +++++ Is church planting only for the "spiritual elite," or is it the natural calling of every healthy Jesus community? In this session, David Swart sits down with Chris Wienand (Genesis Collective) to discuss the raw, honest, and surprisingly simple reality of starting new churches. Chris shares his "accidental" journey from the Jesus Movement in South Africa to planting a thriving, millennial-led community in Costa Mesa, California, at age 57. Key highlights in this conversation: The "Table" over the "Stage": Why a dining room table is often more effective than a high-budget school hall.The Call to Multiply: Moving beyond just growing a local church to filling the earth with Jesus communities.Apprenticeship: Why church planting isn't a manual you buy, but a life you share through honest, loving "boot camp" leadership.Radical Faith: A miraculous story of how a small community of baristas and students raised over $100,000 in a single offering to give it all away.Whether you feel a stir to lead something new or simply want to understand God's heart for multiplication, this talk will ruffle your feathers and ignite your faith for the "great global gospel adventure." A Note on the Theology of the "Table" Chris references the early church model found in Acts 2:42-47. This lifestyle of "breaking bread from house to house" is the foundation of what he calls a Jesus Community. Instead of starting with complex programs (children's ministry, worship bands, etc.), Chris advocates for building trust, storytelling, and shared life first. As he notes, "Where there is life, there is growth." CHAPTERS 0:00 – Introduction: Chris Wienand and the Genesis Collective 1:21 – Why Church Planting Matters for Every Believer 3:22 – Increase vs. Multiplication: The Genesis Mandate 5:31 – How Do You Know You’re Ready to Plant? 7:47 – The Apprenticeship Model: Getting "Ready for the World" 13:53 – The "Table" Strategy: Launching with Simplicity 19:08 – Reaching the "Far Off": Deconstruction and Unreached Nations 27:50 – A Lesson in Radical Generosity: Giving it All Away 32:42 – 5,000 by Friday: Learning to "Pray Your Money In" 34:22 – Moving from Management to Kingdom Mystery 35:18 – Overcoming the Fear of the "System" 36:05 – Abiding in the Vine: The #1 Secret to Survival 38:05 – Self-Awareness vs. Self-Excuse: Facing the Mirror 40:09 – Spiritual Push-ups: Building a Financial Faith Story 42:21 – Closing: A Call to the Next Generation of Planters

    44 min
  4. FEB 10

    Did God Really Say? The Lie That Changed Everything // Aaron Stephens

    The fall of humanity didn’t begin with rebellion—it began with a question. In Genesis 3, we see how the serpent’s subtle deception fractured humanity’s relationship with God, with each other, and with creation itself. This message walks through the tactics of the enemy, the responsibility of obedience, the danger of silence, and the lies we tell ourselves that still shape our lives today. But the story doesn’t end with shame, hiding, or exile. Right in the middle of the fall, God plants a promise—the first glimpse of the gospel. From Eden to the cross to the resurrection, this message traces how Jesus crushes the serpent’s head and restores what was lost. If you’ve ever wrestled with temptation, shame, distance from God, or the feeling that “something isn’t working,” this message is for you. Be sure to follow 614 Church online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/ Website: https://www.614church.org To support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/ To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below! https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193 Until Everyone Knows Jesus. 📍 Sermon Chapters 00:00 – The Question That Changed Everything 04:26 – User Error in the Garden 07:24 – The Enemy’s Strategy: Isolation and Distortion 12:52 – Selling the Gain, Hiding the Cost 16:23 – Believing Your Own Lies 18:33 – Silent Adam and the Cost of Inaction 21:34 – Where Are You? God’s Pursuit in Our Shame 27:03 – The First Gospel Promise #614church #davidswart #aaronstephens #genesis #eden

    39 min
  5. FEB 3

    The Design for Living: Genesis 2 Explained // David Swart

    Are you trying to build your life without a guide? In this message, we dive into Genesis 2 to look at the "Millennium Falcon" picture of God's original design. Before the world got complicated, God established a clear roadmap for our work, our relationships, and our identity. Whether you're feeling isolated, stuck in your career, or navigating the complexities of modern dating and marriage, this sermon offers a refreshing look at what it means to "work it and keep it" in the image of God. 📌 Key Takeaway: You weren't made for isolation or idleness; you were designed for purposeful work and deep community. Be sure to follow 614 Church online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/ Website: https://www.614church.org To support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/ To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below! https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193 Until Everyone Knows Jesus. 📍 Sermon Chapters 0:00 – Entering the Rest: Becoming Aware of God’s Presence 2:50 – Building Without a Map: Life is Not a DIY Project 6:40 – Elohim vs. Yahweh: The God Who Comes Close 13:00 – Eden: A Canvas of Abundant Potential 15:30 – "Work It and Keep It": Your Divine Job Description 18:40 – A Call to Action: Getting Unstuck and Stepping Up 22:55 – The First "Not Good": The Necessity of Community 28:40 – The Design of Marriage: Leaving, Cleaving, and Grace

    43 min
  6. JAN 22

    The Blueprint of Being: Purpose, Image, and the Good Life // David Swart

    In this foundational message, David Swart dives into Genesis 1 to move beyond the typical "science vs. faith" debate and uncover the profound "Why" behind our existence. He explores the Hebrew concept of Tove (Good), revealing that God’s creation isn't just aesthetically pleasing, but perfectly ordered for human flourishing. By unpacking the Imago Dei (Image of God) and the original mandate to subdue and rule, Swart challenges us to see our work, relationships, and identity through the lens of God's royal representation. The sermon concludes by linking the original mandate of Genesis to the Great Commission of Matthew, calling us to be renewed image-bearers who fill the world with the presence of Jesus. Be sure to follow 614 Church online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/614_church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/614church/ Website: https://www.614church.org To support our ministry, https://614church.org/give/ To fill out a contact card so we can stay in touch, click the link below! https://614.churchcenter.com/people/forms/283193 Until Everyone Knows Jesus. 0:00 – Defining Our Biblical Worldview and Purpose 0:51 – The Rhythm of Forming and Filling Creation 3:05 – Beyond Science: Who Created and Why? 4:25 – Understanding Tove: Functional Goodness and Flourishing 9:58 – Imago Dei: Mirroring the Nature of God 15:54 – Royal Representatives: Stewarding the King’s World 18:08 – The Mandate: Cultivation Over Exploitation 23:38 – Great Commission: Filling Earth With Disciples

    34 min
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This is the official podcast for 614 Church in Columbus, Ohio. Our mission is to make Jesus known in our neighborhood, our city, and around the world. We hope you encounter the Lord and find encouragement through these teachings!