Beyond the Church

Kerry A. Clark

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Religion & Spirituality

Inspiring believers to live out their faith beyond Sunday services. Let's take church to the next level by connecting and resourcing individuals - everyday, everywhere. #FaithInAction #NextLevelChurch

Oct 6

S3E6 | Discipline

Beyond-the-Church S3E6 – Discipline Discipline: Is God Punishing You—or Preparing You? What if the very thing you’ve been asking God to take away is actually something He’s using to grow you? In this episode of Beyond the Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica have a candid conversation about discipline, correction, and spiritual growth. Using Hebrews 12 as the foundation, they explore why God disciplines those He loves—and why the process that feels uncomfortable now may be preparing us for something greater later. From self-discipline and consequences to parenting, exercise, education, and everyday life, the conversation challenges us to stop viewing discipline only as punishment. Sometimes discipline is training. Sometimes it’s course correction. And sometimes God may be trying to move us toward something we wouldn’t reach without it. Then, in the Hot Topic, the conversation gets practical: What do you do when someone you don’t particularly connect with is preaching at church? Do you stay home? Find another service? Or discipline yourself to look for something you can learn regardless of who is delivering the message? The discussion explores the difference between personal preference and genuine spiritual discernment—and why staying spiritually fit requires intentionality. This episode will challenge you to reconsider the uncomfortable seasons of your life and ask a different question: What if this isn’t punishment? What if this is training? Because discipline may not feel good while you’re going through it—but what it produces can change your life. Key Scripture: Hebrews 12:5–11 Action Item: Practice the discipline of positivity this week. Look intentionally for something good—and then share that good news with someone else. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church. #BeyondTheChurch #Discipline #GodsDiscipline #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #FaithInRealLife #Hebrews12 #SpiritualDiscipline *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: x.com/church_in_you INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church
Aug 21

S3E5 | Creation vs. Evolution: Understanding Genesis and the God Factor

Beyond-the-Church S3E5 – Creation vs. Evolution: Understanding Genesis and the God Factor In this episode of Beyond-the-Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica take on a big question: Is creation versus evolution really an either-or debate? Starting in Genesis 1 and John 1, the conversation explores how God is present at the beginning of everything and how creation, science, purpose, and faith can fit together rather than compete. They discuss the difference between needing physical proof and living by faith, why humanity is not random, and what it means to apply the “God factor” to the way we understand the world. The group also tackles how purpose existed before creation, why science can reveal more about what God made, and how adding God to the conversation can expand—not limit—our understanding. In the Hot Topic, the conversation shifts to a question many people wrestle with: Is there an agenda behind everything we watch and listen to? They discuss music, television, advertising, entertainment, discernment, and the importance of allowing Scripture—not fear or assumptions—to shape the way we view people and culture. This episode is an honest, thoughtful, and sometimes humorous conversation about faith, science, purpose, discernment, and learning to see every area of life through the lens of God. Key Scriptures: Genesis 1:1–3 John 1:1–4 Revelation 13:8 Genesis 6:5 Romans 7:18–19 Because living beyond the church means taking God out of the box and recognizing His presence in everything. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@beyond-the-church. #CreationvsEvolution #Genesis1 #FaithandScience #BiblicalCreation #ChristianPodcast #BeyondtheChurch #GodFactor #ChristianLiving #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: x.com/church_in_you INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@beyond-the-church
Jun 5

S3E4 | Confession: How and to whom should I confess my sins?

Beyond-the-Church S3E4 - Confession: How and to whom should I confess my sins? Hot Topic: Is porn really an issue? In this episode of Beyond the Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica tackle a topic many Christians know about but few openly discuss: confession. Do we only confess our sins to God, or should we confess them to other people too? What does the Bible really mean when it tells us to "confess your sins to each other and pray for each other"? And what exactly is sin anyway? The conversation explores how sin creates separation—between us and God, between us and others, and even within ourselves. The team discusses the freedom, healing, and restoration that can come through confession, prayer, and trusted community. They also unpack why guilt, pride, and fear often keep people from being honest about their struggles. In the Hot Topic segment, the discussion turns to pornography and whether it is really as harmless as culture often suggests. The team examines the spiritual, emotional, relational, and practical consequences of pornography through both a biblical and real-world lens. If you've ever struggled with guilt, wondered how confession works, or questioned why certain habits create distance in your relationship with God and others, this conversation is for you. Key Topics: What confession really meansA biblical definition of sinWhy confession leads to healingThe power of prayer and communityOvercoming guilt, shame, and pridePornography, lust, and spiritual healthLiving your faith beyond the walls of the church Scriptures Discussed: [1] 1 Corinthians 6:18 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/1CO.6.18.NLT[2] James 5:16 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/JAS.5.16.NLT[3] Matthew 5:28 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/JAS.5.16.NLT[4] 2 Timothy 2:22 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/2TI.2.22.NLT Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church. #BeyondTheChurch #Confession #Sin #Prayer #ChristianLiving #FaithInRealLife #BibleStudy #James516 #ChristianPodcast #Pornography #SpiritualGrowth #Jesus #ChristianFaith #ChristianCommunity #FreedomInChrist #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: https://x.com/church_in_you INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church
Apr 8

S3E3 | Dealing with the Elephant in the Room

Beyond-the-Church S3E3 – Dealing with the Elephant in the Room Hot topic discussion: Should Christians date non-Christians? What happens when the thing no one wants to talk about… won’t go away? In this episode of Beyond-the-Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation of dealing with “the elephant in the room.” From unspoken tension and unresolved conflict to misunderstandings that keep resurfacing, they unpack how avoidance—not the issue itself—is what truly damages relationships. Grounded in faith and real-life experience, the conversation explores what it really means to pursue peace without sacrificing honesty. Through powerful insights from Matthew 7, they challenge listeners to examine their own “logs” before pointing out someone else’s “speck,” and to approach difficult conversations with humility, love, and intentionality. The episode also takes a candid turn into a hot topic discussion: Should Christians date non-Christians?—offering balanced perspectives on influence, alignment, and living a life that reflects faith beyond words. If you’ve ever avoided a hard conversation, struggled with conflict, or wondered how to handle relationships God’s way—this episode is for you. Because real growth begins when we stop ignoring the elephant… and start addressing it in love. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church #ConflictResolution #ChristianDating #UnequallyYoked #HardConversations #RelationshipStruggles #ChristianPodcast #BeyondTheChurch #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: x.com/church_in_you INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church
Feb 26

S3E2 | The Love Session

Beyond the Church - S3E2: The Love Session: Love That Isn’t Rooted in Emotion Alone Hot Topic: How do we feel about putting expectations we see from socials onto our spouse or whoever we may be dating? In this episode of Beyond the Church, Pam Clark, Kerry Clark, and Jessica Anderson dive into what love really is—and what it isn’t. With Valentine’s Day setting the tone, we explore how culture often reduces love to flowers, feelings, and fleeting moments. But is that all love is? Or have we misunderstood it? Using 1 Corinthians 13:4–7, we break down the biblical definition of love and discover that it’s not rooted in emotion alone. Love is patient. Love is kind. It doesn’t keep score. It doesn’t demand its own way. It doesn’t give up. And it endures—even when it costs you. We also tackle the pressure of comparison, unrealistic expectations fueled by social media, and how thoughtfulness beats performance every time. The conversation is honest, practical, and sometimes humorous—but it leads to one powerful truth: love isn’t something you just feel. It’s something you choose, cultivate, and become. If you’ve ever struggled with expectations in relationships, emotional highs and lows, or simply want to understand love through God’s nature and truth, this episode is for you. We’re not trying to be perfect. We’re learning to live like Jesus—beyond the church. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church. #BeyondTheChurch #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalLove #1Corinthians13 #LoveIsPatient #ChristianRelationships #ValentinesDay #FaithAndRelationships #GodIsLove #SpiritualGrowth *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: https://twitter.com/beyondthechurch INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: https://youtube.beyondthechurch.net
Feb 2

Beyond the Church — S3E1 | New Year, New You (Ask • Seek • Knock)

Beyond the Church — S3E1 | New Year, New You (Ask • Seek • Knock) Welcome back to Beyond the Church with Pam Clark, Kerry Clark, and Jessica Anderson—kicking off 2026 with laughs, real talk, and a word for the new year. In this episode, we start with Matthew 7:7–8 (NLT) and unpack what Jesus meant by asking, seeking, and knocking—not as one-time moments, but as a lifestyle. We talk about why so many believers pray but never actually ask, how seeking means pursuing what you’re believing for, and what “knocking” looks like when God feels quiet. Then we shift into the conversation everyone has in January: New Year’s resolutions. Are they helpful? Are they hype? What happens when you set goals but don’t clear space, build discipline, or stay consistent? We keep it honest—and practical. Key takeaways from the conversation: Asking keeps you humbleSeeking keeps you closeKnocking keeps you faithfulReset doesn’t mean “add more”… it often means clear out firstResolutions without discipline can turn into disappointment—but you can learn and try again Action Step: Drop your word, focus statement, or theme for the year in the comments—we want to hear what you’re carrying into 2026. 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube | youtube.com/c/KerryAClark 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next episode. #BeyondTheChurch #NewYearNewYou #FaithInRealLife #Matthew7 #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark #AskSeekKnock #ChristianPodcast #Goals #Discipline #Stewardship #2026 *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: twitter.com/beyondthechurch INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: youtube.beyondthechurch.net
12/25/2025 · Bonus

S2 Bonus - BTC Christmas 2025

Beyond the Church - S2 Bonus: Christmas 2025 Why Christmas Traditions Still Matter (and How to Take Christmas Beyond the Church) This special Christmas episode of Beyond-the-Church is full of laughter, memories, and meaning as Pamela Clark, Kerry A. Clark, and Jessica Anderson talk about Christmas traditions—not just what we do, but why it still matters. From childhood memories to present-day family routines, we explore how traditions shape identity, build connection, and create moments that last far beyond gifts and decorations. More importantly, we ask a deeper question: 👉 What happens when Christmas moves beyond church buildings and becomes part of everyday life at home? 🎄 What We Talk About in This Episode Favorite Christmas traditions from past and presentWhy traditions matter more than giftsHow traditions create belonging across generationsCelebrating Christmas as a season, not just a dayMoving Christmas to a different date to protect family timeCreating sacred, uncommon moments at homeWhy tradition without truth is just a habitHow meaning turns tradition into something sacredExperiencing Christmas beyond-the-church wallsFrom pajamas and sleepovers to reading the Christmas story, communion, candlelight, and even neighborhood Santa sightings—this episode is a reminder that Christmas doesn’t have to be overwhelming to be meaningful. ✨ A Beyond-the-Church ChallengeCreate at least one intentional Christmas moment this season: Read the Christmas storyLight a candleSay a prayerShare communionExpress gratitude togetherIt doesn’t have to be perfect—just intentional. 💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s your favorite Christmas tradition? Which ones would you like to start or bring back? Let us know in the comments—we might borrow a few ideas. 😉 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 📺 Share with someone who wants a Christmas that goes deeper than gifts. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Beyond-the-Church. Let’s make it meaningful. 🎄✨ Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/c/KerryAClark. *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: https://twitter.com/beyondthechurch INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: https://youtube.beyondthechurch.net #BeyondTheChurch #ChristmasTraditions #FaithAtHome #ChristmasEpisode #ChristianPodcast #FamilyFaith #ChristmasSeason #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark
12/19/2025

S2E8 | Christ-like Conflict Resolution

Beyond the Church – S2E8: Christ-like Conflict Resolution Hot Topic: What is missing when a child in a Christian home goes down a bad path? Conflict is inevitable. Being Christ-like in it is optional. In this episode of Beyond-the-Church, Pam Clark, Kerry A. Clark, and Jessica Anderson get real about what conflict actually is, how it shows up in everyday relationships (marriage, family, work, friendships), and what it looks like to handle it in a way that reflects Christ—not just our feelings. From text messages read "with the argument voice," to silent treatment, to unspoken tension in close relationships, we explore how communication, emotion, and maturity shape our conflicts—and how Scripture gives us a better way. In this episode, we talk about: What is conflict, really? Why it's more than just yelling—and how it can be unspoken, emotional, or even just a tone. Christ-like conflict resolution: Using Matthew 18:15–17 as a step-by-step guide to handle offenses privately, humbly, and with restoration in mind. When emotions take over: How acting from emotion alone can become selfish and un-Christ-like, and how Jesus modeled selfless responses even in tense moments. The 4 cycles of relationships: Infatuation → Realization → Conflict → Resolution, and why the goal of resolution is to return to love, not just to "win." Why some people avoid conflict altogether: What happens when we refuse to address it—and how it quietly steals peace, closeness, and health from relationships. Hot Topic: What is missing when a child in a Christian home goes down a bad path?We wrestle with a tough but honest question: If a child was raised in a "Christian home," how do they still end up on what looks like a bad path? We talk about: Why "bad" is often relative and part of a bigger growth journey The difference between church-going and truly following Christ at home How consistency, discipleship, open conversations, and real-life faith matter more than labels Why we must bring Jesus into everything (friends, choices, dating, parties, even "taboo" topics), not keep Him in a Sunday box BTC Action – This Week's ChallengeChoose one relationship where you feel tension or unspoken conflict. Take Step 1: Go to that person privately, with humility and love, and begin an honest conversation with the goal of restoration—not to be right. Scripture References Matthew 18:15–17 – Go privately, then with others, then widen the circle if needed1 Corinthians 1:10 – Live in harmony; let there be no divisions(Referenced conceptually) Romans 8 – Nothing can separate us from the love of God 👍 Like 💬 Comment – How do you handle conflict as a believer? 🔔 Subscribe 🔗 Share this with someone navigating conflict or parenting questions right now. Go with us as we think higher, live deeper, and go Beyond-the-Church. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/c/KerryAClark. #BeyondTheChurch #ConflictResolution #ChristLike #ChristianPodcast #FaithInRealLife #ChristianParenting #ChurchLife #BeyondTheChurch #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela "Pam" Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: https://twitter.com/beyondthechurch INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: https://youtube.beyondthechurch.net

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Creator

Kerry A. Clark
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

21
Rating

Clean
Show Website

Beyond the Church

Beyond the Church

Episodes

S3E6 | Discipline

S3E5 | Creation vs. Evolution: Understanding Genesis and the God Factor

S3E4 | Confession: How and to whom should I confess my sins?

S3E3 | Dealing with the Elephant in the Room

S3E2 | The Love Session

Beyond the Church — S3E1 | New Year, New You (Ask • Seek • Knock)

S2 Bonus - BTC Christmas 2025

S2E8 | Christ-like Conflict Resolution

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