The Branch

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The Branch Podcast is an in-depth conversation surrounding the topics presented on Sundays at the Tree Church.

  1. MAR 5

    EVANGELISM | THE BRANCH

    This episode explores what evangelism really means, its true purpose, and why it often feels intimidating for many Christians. The conversation addresses common misconceptions and offers practical do’s and don’ts for approaching evangelism in a thoughtful, respectful way. Through discussion and personal examples, this episode gives encouragement and simple first steps for anyone who wants to grow in confidently and authentically sharing their faith.

    1 hr

  2. FEB 26

    The Sovereignty of God | The Branch

    In this episode of The Branch Podcast, Pastors Chris, Matthew, and Anthony discuss the sovereignty of God and how it anchors believers in peace. What does it mean that God is in control? How do we reconcile human choice with divine authority? And how should Christians respond to cultural fear, political tension, and personal suffering? Drawing from Romans 8:28, Daniel 4, the story of Joseph, Revelation, and more, the pastors explore how God consistently works through brokenness to accomplish His redemptive purposes. They also address difficult questions about tragedy and suffering, reminding listeners that our comfort is not found in always knowing why, but in knowing who God is. This episode encourages believers to remain faithful, resist fear and compromise, and trust that God’s plans and purposes will stand. Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWB-wwjflxw

    57 min

  3. FEB 19

    When to Wait, When to Work | The Branch

    When is God calling you to step forward in faith, and when is He asking you to step back and trust Him? In this episode of The Branch, Matthew Johnson is joined by Pastors Anthony Lombardi and Pastor Chris Reed to talk through the tension between action and surrender. Sometimes obedience means taking initiative. Other times it means waiting and letting God move. But how do you know the difference? The pastors discuss how personality shapes our instincts, why trust is at the center of discernment, and how to respond when you feel like you’ve missed God. They also explore what to do when God seems silent and why knowing Scripture is essential for rightly hearing His voice. Ultimately, obedience is measured by faithfulness, not immediate results. This conversation will help you navigate decisions with confidence rooted in relationship with God. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYgunr46cu0

    1 hr

  4. FEB 12

    Anger, Justice and Psalms of Judgment | The Branch

    In this episode of the Branch Podcast, Pastor Anthony Lombardi sits down with Pastor Matthew Johnson and Pastor Chris Reed to discuss a challenging topic from the book of Psalms. Some of the psalms include prayers where the writers cry out to God in anger and ask Him to bring judgment against their enemies. These passages can feel intense and even uncomfortable. So how should Christians understand them today? And how do we reconcile those prayers with Jesus’ command to love our enemies? The Pastors explore the difference between justice and revenge, righteous anger and sinful anger, and what it means to entrust our pain to God rather than take matters into our own hands. This conversation offers a biblical and pastoral framework for navigating anger, injustice, and trust in God’s justice. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDvQIxS7ZE8

    55 min

  5. JAN 29

    Navigating God's Calling Within Marriage | The Branch

    In this episode of The Branch Podcast, Pastors Matthew, Anthony, and Chris discuss a thoughtful question many married couples face. Can God call one spouse to make a major life change that the other spouse does not agree with? Through honest dialogue and real-life examples, the pastors talk through what calling looks like for Christians, how it can shift through different seasons, and how marriage shapes the way believers discern God’s direction. They emphasize the importance of unity, humility, patience, and honoring one’s spouse, especially when clarity does not come easily. The conversation also addresses common pitfalls, healthy practices, and the role of prayer and wise counsel when couples feel stuck or uncertain. This episode offers a helpful framework for couples navigating decisions around work, relocation, ministry, or long-term direction, while keeping marriage and faith at the center. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-9vFuVH7q8

    1h 1m

  6. JAN 22

    Discerning Between Good and Evil | The Branch

    In this episode of the Branch Podcast, Pastor Chris Reed is joined by Pastor Anthony Lombardi for an honest and thoughtful conversation about how Christians discern good and evil in a complicated world. With culture, politics, and media often pulling in competing directions, the Pastors reflect on how followers of Jesus are called to think wisely, remain grounded in Scripture, and live faithfully. The discussion explores Jesus as the ultimate standard for truth, the idea of human flourishing, and the tension between submitting to governing authorities while remaining loyal to Christ and His kingdom. Drawing from passages such as Romans 12–13 and historical examples, the Pastors emphasize discernment, humility, and resisting reactionary thinking. Rather than focusing on grand gestures or public spectacle, this episode consistently returns to the power of daily faithfulness and obedience as the primary way God brings lasting change. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxVQX_fUIvg

    58 min

  7. JAN 15

    Redefining Success | The Branch

    In this episode of the Branch Podcast, pastors Anthony Lombardi, Matthew Johnson, and Chris Reed talk honestly about what it means to live a successful life as a Christian. Rather than measuring success by money, influence, career advancement, or recognition, the conversation reframes success as faithfulness to God in every season. The pastors walk through practical areas where success is often misunderstood, including work and ambition, singleness and marriage, parenting, finances, and legacy. They discuss how stewardship, obedience, contentment, and surrender to the Holy Spirit shape a life that honors God, even when it does not align with cultural expectations. This episode encourages listeners to rethink success not as an outcome to achieve, but as a daily commitment to walk in obedience and be faithful with what God has entrusted. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGdjaFDlRnA

    1h 6m

  8. JAN 8

    What A Pastor Means When They Say… | The Branch

    In this episode of the Branch Podcast, Pastors Chris Reed, Matthew Johnson, and Anthony Lombardi unpack what pastors really mean when they encourage everyday practices like reading the Bible, prayer, worship, going to church, and loving your neighbor. Rather than presenting these as religious checklists, the conversation focuses on how these disciplines are meant to shape a real, ongoing relationship with God. The pastors discuss approachable ways to engage Scripture without formal training, prayer as an honest and continual conversation with God, worship as a lifestyle that re-centers the heart, and why consistent participation in the local church matters. They also explore what it looks like to love your neighbor through attentiveness and commitment to others’ good. This episode is both grounding and practical for anyone wondering how to grow in faith one step at a time. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCCNCANljDY

    1h 9m
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