Between Sundays™

Grace Church
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Church services mostly happen on the weekends. And that's all well and good but we spend most of our time between Sundays. Welcome to a podcast for normal people by normal people that dives into conversations and stories happening in and around Grace Church. 3 staff members host this weekly podcast and process weekend sermons, interview interesting people, and shoot the proverbial breeze every week. This is Between Sundays™!

  1. 9H AGO

    Who Is the Son of Man?

    Who is the Son of Man, and why does Jesus' true identity matter? In this episode Barry, Maron (aka "Rambo Jesus"), and Dave dive into Jesus' identity as the Son of Man during Holy Week. We explore why religious leaders felt threatened by Jesus, why the disciples were confused about his mission, and what the Old Testament title "Son of Man" from Daniel really means.

    1h 2m

  2. MAR 25

    What Is the Cup in Gethsemane?

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What is the cup Jesus prayed about in Gethsemane, and why does God allow free will? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry dive into Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, unpacking what the "cup" of God's wrath means and why Jesus chose to drink it. We explore the echoes of Eden, why we still sin after Jesus' sacrifice, and how God's love includes allowing consequences. Plus, hear about Barry's food forest and mead-making, swingset replacements, and reflections on sanctification as a lifelong journey. Join us for Easter! Good Friday Experience April 3 at 6:00 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 5 at 9:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. gracechurch.us/easter ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome 01:55 Easter Announcements 03:14 Barry's Food Forest & Mead Update 08:00 Swingset & Haven Farm Workday 11:02 Maron's School Break & Road Trip 13:07 Spring Break Plans 14:16 Transition to Sermon Discussion 15:31 Jesus in Gethsemane 16:32 The Cup and God's Wrath 18:23 Echoes of Eden & Human Will 20:19 Why Do We Still Sin? 24:47 Metaphors for Sin & Salvation 26:43 New Covenant & Holy Spirit 30:03 Daily Surrender & Discipleship 31:31 Fully God, Fully Human 33:42 Trinitarian Theology 39:04 God's Love, Freedom, and Consequences 44:10 Sin as Rejection of the Good Life 46:09 Is Sin a Trap? 48:13 Eden, Free Will, and God's Plan 51:34 God's Risk and Human Rebellion 56:22 Natural vs. Divine Consequences 58:41 Pharaoh's Hardened Heart 1:03:18 Passover and Jesus as the Lamb 1:04:44 Beauty and Mystery of Salvation 1:06:25 Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

    1h 8m
  3. When Following Jesus Means Losing

    MAR 18

    When Following Jesus Means Losing

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does it mean to lose in order to win in Jesus' upside-down kingdom? In this episode Maron, Tyler, Barry, and Milton celebrate birthdays and dive into Peter's denial and what it means to follow Jesus when the kingdom looks nothing like worldly success. We explore how Jesus redefines winning by losing, the disorienting nature of the upside-down kingdom, and what it looks like to deny ourselves rather than deny Christ. Plus, hear about D&D mishaps, birthday gifts, Milton's disability advocacy podcast, and honest reflections on sacrifice and forgiveness. Don't forget to subscribe as we continue through Easter! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome to Between Sundays 01:16 Easter Announcements 01:52 Birthday Celebrations 05:12 Birthday Reflections and Food Talk 06:24 Church Cookbook Idea 07:00 Milton's Podcast and Disability Advocacy 11:13 Maron's Seminary Paper 14:28 Dungeons & Dragons Reflections 18:28 Chessboard Story 20:29 Transition to Matthew Series 22:13 Behind the Scenes of Sermon Planning 25:04 Peter's Denial and the Upside-Down Kingdom 28:17 Psalm 22 and Suffering 38:41 Winning vs. Losing in the Kingdom 39:33 Extreme Example: Conquest of the Andes 52:11 Redefining Winning and Losing 1:00:57 Personal Stories of Sacrifice and Forgiveness 1:07:22 Sacrifice as Worship 1:16:10 Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church.

    1h 18m
  4. The King Nobody Expected

    MAR 11

    The King Nobody Expected

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does Jesus' upside-down coronation teach us about following him when expectations aren't met? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Milton dive into Easter themes, exploring Jesus' coronation on the cross and what it means to follow him when our expectations clash with God's plan. We wrestle with disappointment, unmet hopes, and the radical call to embrace God's upside-down kingdom. Plus, hear about Maron's trip to Dollywood where her niece stars as young Dolly Parton. Don't forget to subscribe as we continue through the Easter season! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Welcome to Between Sundays 00:49 Staycations and Spiritual Retreats 02:00 Maron's Dollywood Trip & Niece as Young Dolly 09:47 Tyler's Kids and the Tin Can Phone 16:09 Barry's Busy Week 18:33 Transition to Sermon Discussion 19:46 The Cross as Coronation 23:44 600 Years of Waiting for a King 25:49 Temptation and Crucifixion Parallels 27:28 Matthew's Easter Eggs 30:58 God's Strength in Weakness 32:45 Jesus as King for the Least 35:01 God's Hidden Victory 39:49 Unexpected Kingship 42:09 Palm Sunday to Betrayal 45:01 When God Doesn't Meet Expectations 47:03 Preview of Next Week & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

    51 min
  5. Who Are the Least of These?

    MAR 4

    Who Are the Least of These?

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: Tyler, Amy, and Barry dive into Matthew 25's sheep and goats parable, exploring what it really looks like to see and serve the marginalized. We wrestle with compassion fatigue, privilege, and the uncomfortable truth about sins of omission—being judged not just for what we do, but for what we fail to do. Barry shares his powerful story of experiencing homelessness in New York City for four days and what it taught him about human dignity. Plus, hear about basketball dad confessions, D&D adventures, and practical ways to show kindness in everyday moments. Don't forget to subscribe as we head toward Easter and continue exploring Jesus' radical call to love! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:09 Podcast Introduction and Casual Banter 02:35 Basketball Dad Confessions 07:55 Dungeons & Dragons Update 12:27 Transition to Sermon Discussion 12:47 Overview of Matthew 25 Sermon 15:33 Personal Story: Panhandling in New York 20:06 Jesus' Identification with the Marginalized 24:14 Debate: Who Are "the Least of These"? 27:45 Judgment, Fear, and Motivation 35:13 Fruitfulness and Discipleship 37:27 Surprise of the Sheep and Goats 43:29 Sins of Omission and Compassion Fatigue 46:37 Grace, Privilege, and Sobriety 49:33 Practical Application: Noticing and Kindness 54:04 Looking Ahead: Kingship of Jesus and Easter 54:43 Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 New episodes every Wednesday. Follow Between Sundays wherever you listen to podcasts!

    55 min
  6. Whitewashed Tombs | Ep. 301

    FEB 25

    Whitewashed Tombs | Ep. 301

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: How do we respond when Jesus calls out religious hypocrisy and urges us to repent? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Barry process the recent loss of beloved church member William, sharing memories of his joyful spirit and wrestling with grief. We dive into the challenging teachings of Matthew 23, where Jesus confronts the Pharisees' hypocrisy and calls God's people to repentance. We explore what it means to represent God's kingdom with mercy and justice, why legalism misses the heart of the law, and how prophetic confrontation can come from a place of love. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode on Matthew 25! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:46 Remembering William and Processing Grief 06:48 Transition to the Sermon Series: Matthew 23 08:02 The Big Idea: Repent, for the Kingdom is Near 08:55 Reconciling Jesus' Harsh Words 14:22 Choosing to Preach Matthew 23 15:25 Defining the Kingdom of God 17:10 The Kingdom Theme Throughout Scripture 21:22 The Pharisees: Not Just Villains 31:04 Modern Parallels to Pharisaical Attitudes 36:08 Whitewashed Tombs: Outward vs. Inward 43:29 Repentance vs. the Golden Rule 46:07 Repentance as a Lifelong Practice 48:56 Personal Reflections on Judgment and Repentance 50:50 Preview of Next Week: Matthew 25 55:17 Kermit Send-off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

    57 min
  7. Love Your Enemies

    FEB 18

    Love Your Enemies

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does it really mean to love your neighbor and even your enemies? In this episode Tyler, Maron, and Amy dive into Jesus' greatest commandments, exploring the tricky business of loving our enemies and what it actually looks like to love your neighbor as yourself. We wrestle with boundaries and forgiveness, the difference between loving someone and being their doormat. Plus, hear about puppy fever, tough weeks, and honest reflections on spiritual growth. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Intro & Banter 04:07 Puppy Fever and Family Stories 06:30 Moving Stories and House Hunting 10:18 College Kids and Parenting Reflections 13:13 Christmas Eve Service Memories 15:01 Transition to Sermon Discussion 15:54 Big Idea: Love as Reputation 17:12 History and Meaning of "They'll Know We Are Christians" 18:25 Cycles of Disillusionment in the Church 24:30 Matthew 22 and the Greatest Commandments 27:10 Shema and the Whole Self 31:55 Relational Holiness in Leviticus 19 35:47 Agape Love: Loving Without Expectation 41:00 Boundaries, Expectations, and Loving Difficult People 47:41 Loving Enemies and Staying Connected to God 57:31 Forgiveness, Boundaries, and Healing 1:07:29 Where do we go next? & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

    1h 10m
  8. Servant Leadership Explained

    FEB 11

    Servant Leadership Explained

    🎯 IN THIS EPISODE: What does servant leadership really look like in Jesus' upside-down kingdom? In this episode Tyler, Barry and Maron (sans headphones!) dive into Matthew 20 and Jesus' radical approach to power and greatness. We explore what it means to be a servant leader, what greatness really means in the upside-down kingdom, and how to spot genuine servant leadership in the church and world. Plus, hear about family road trips, surprise hippie parties, Tyler's D&D adventures as a dungeon master, Super Bowl snacks, and Lord of the Rings parenting moments. Don't forget to subscribe and check out the full Matthew series on the Grace Church app! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:07 Intro + Banter 02:00 Maron's Family Road Trip & Birthday Celebration 04:26 Family Road Trip Music Games 06:08 New Car for Road Trip 06:15 Tyler's Dungeons & Dragons Venture 08:11 Explaining Dungeons & Dragons 13:39 Super Bowl Food & Social Experience 16:03 Parenting, Lord of the Rings, and Basketball 18:14 Transition to Sermon Discussion 18:43 Sermon Recap: Inversion of Power in Matthew 20 20:08 Why the Disciples Missed Jesus' Message 26:57 Blind Men vs. Disciples: Spiritual Insight 29:19 The Bitter Cup & Suffering 33:03 Servant vs. Slave: Language in Matthew 20 35:42 Servant Leadership: Motivation and Audience 41:40 Identifying Genuine Servant Leaders 58:44 Church History: Power and Persecution 1:00:36 Practical Application: Following Servant Leaders 1:04:20 Warning: Human Power vs. God's Power 1:04:51 Why Christians Use Worldly Methods 1:05:20 Where Do We Go Next & Sign Off 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Church services happen on weekends. And that's all well and good until we get to Mondays and find ourselves asking, "Now what?" Welcome to Between Sundays! Join hosts Tyler, Maron, and Barry every Wednesday as they hang out and catch up on the conversations, sermons, and culture of Grace Church. 🔔 Don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button to watch new episodes every Wednesday

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Church services mostly happen on the weekends. And that's all well and good but we spend most of our time between Sundays. Welcome to a podcast for normal people by normal people that dives into conversations and stories happening in and around Grace Church. 3 staff members host this weekly podcast and process weekend sermons, interview interesting people, and shoot the proverbial breeze every week. This is Between Sundays™!

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  • Creator
    Grace Church
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    319
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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