Beyond The Message

First Bentonville
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A conversational podcast taking an extended and expanded look of the messages taught at First Bentonville. Featuring Pastor Chris Dixon.

  1. BTM Ep 74 | Spiritual Wealth in a Struggling World | Inheritance

    JAN 20

    BTM Ep 74 | Spiritual Wealth in a Struggling World | Inheritance

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the incredible spiritual inheritance believers receive through Christ. They explore what it truly means that God has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, and why earthly inheritances—even multi-million dollar ones—pale in comparison to what we have in Christ. The conversation unpacks how our connection to Jesus grants us access to unfathomable riches including wisdom, grace, redemption, and divine guidance for both spiritual and practical matters. They discuss the critical distinction between knowing about these blessings intellectually and actually accessing them in daily life, examining why so many Christians feel spiritually bankrupt despite being theologically rich. Pastor Chris and Bobby also tackle what it means practically to be "seated with Christ in the heavenly places" while still living on earth, and how this position should transform the way we approach problems, spiritual battles, and everyday decisions.

    34 min
  2. BTM Ep 73 | Two Verses, Endless Riches | Inheritance

    JAN 13

    BTM Ep 73 | Two Verses, Endless Riches | Inheritance

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the profound truths found in Ephesians 1:1-2, unpacking the incredible spiritual inheritance believers have in Christ. They explore Paul's three key themes in greater detail: discovering our God-given purpose as individuals called by His will, understanding our position as saints set apart for His possession, presence, character, and glory, and receiving God's provision of grace and peace. The conversation challenges listeners to move beyond merely doing for God to becoming who God created us to be, emphasizing that true purpose, peace, and impact flow from intimate relationship with Him—not from religious activity alone.

    34 min

  3. 12/10/2025

    BTM Ep 72 | Good News For A Limited Time | Good vs Evil

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the parable of the dragnet and God's kingdom work in our broken world. Building on Matthew 13:47-50, they explore the tension between God's patient extension of grace to all people and the urgency we should feel as witnesses. The conversation examines what it means to be "gatherers, not sorters" in practical terms, addressing the hidden prejudices that can limit our gospel witness. They discuss how the reality of future judgment should fuel compassion rather than condemnation, and why understanding our own need for grace transforms the way we share the good news. Join them as they unpack how to cast the net widely, invest in "rough diamonds," and live with the urgency that today's grace may be someone's last opportunity to respond to Christ.

    43 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    BTM Ep 71 | The Pursuing God and the Pearl | Good vs Evil

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the parable of the pearl from Matthew 13:45-46, exploring the radical reinterpretation of God as the merchant and the church as the pearl. They discuss how the beauty of the pearl reveals Christ's sacrifice covering our brokenness and transforming us into something precious. The conversation examines God's relentless pursuit of us, the infinite price He paid, and what our response of joyful obedience rooted in gratitude should look like as we gather, grow, serve, and go into the world seeking others.

    39 min
  5. BTM Ep 70 | The Treasure Christ Gave Everything to Gain | Good vs Evil

    11/25/2025

    BTM Ep 70 | The Treasure Christ Gave Everything to Gain | Good vs Evil

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the revolutionary truth that we are God's treasure—the very prize that motivated Christ to joyfully surrender everything. They explore the parable of the hidden treasure with fresh insight, unpacking how Jesus didn't save us out of obligation but out of passionate love and delight. The conversation examines what it truly meant for Christ to give up His glory, position, and life on the cross, and how understanding the "why" behind His sacrifice transforms how we view our worth. They discuss practical ways to move from performance-based living to resting in our God-given identity, living securely in His love, gratefully in our worship, and surrendered to the One who treasures us beyond measure.

    28 min
  6. BTM Ep 69 | A Hidden Agenda | Good vs Evil

    11/25/2025

    BTM Ep 69 | A Hidden Agenda | Good vs Evil

    On the next episode of Beyond The Message, Pastor Chris and Bobby dive deeper into the parable of the leaven and its implications for the modern church. They discuss how false teaching subtly infiltrates truth, explore the tension between post-millennialism and biblical warnings about increasing evil, and examine what it means to live as a pure offering to God. The conversation challenges listeners to identify cultural "leavens" in their own lives, embrace the call to sacrificial service over consumeristic Christianity, and maintain unwavering commitment to Scripture's authority in an increasingly hostile world. Join them as they unpack these critical topics with practical insights for navigating deception and living with intentionality as followers of Christ.

    18 min
  7. BTM Ep 68 | A Message For The Birds | Good vs Evil

    11/12/2025

    BTM Ep 68 | A Message For The Birds | Good vs Evil

    In this episode of "Beyond The Message," Pastor Chris and Bobby revisit the message and dive deeper into apostate churches. They answer tough questions about how to guard ourselves against false teachings and how to test what comes into our lives. They also offer insight on how to respond lovingly when confronted with false teaching from people we care about.

    44 min
  8. BTM Ep 67 | The Field of Sovereignty | Good vs Evil

    11/04/2025

    BTM Ep 67 | The Field of Sovereignty | Good vs Evil

    In their next conversation, Pastor Chris and Bobby continue their discussion on "Good vs Evil" through the parable of the wheat and the tares. They explore why it's difficult for Christ followers to accept that wherever good is sown, evil is also sown. They also discuss practical ways to combat evil with good and how to maintain spiritual alertness in rooting out the enemy's schemes.

    33 min
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About

A conversational podcast taking an extended and expanded look of the messages taught at First Bentonville. Featuring Pastor Chris Dixon.

Information

  • Creator
    First Bentonville
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Beyond The Message

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