Kroc Church Coeur d'Alene Podcast

A Second Chance

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

If you were given a second chance at something, would you tell someone about it? What if that second chance made an undeniable change in your life? Major Ben wanders through Jonah 3 today, looking at the 2nd chance that Jonah had, and the 2nd chance for Nineveh.

Belly of the Fish

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

If the end is near, what happens in your heart? In Jonah's case, humbleness was the answer & mercy was received. Today Major Ben works through the 2nd chapter of Johah & offers some great insight on the lessons we can receive from it.

Into the Sea

Sun, 6 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

How patient is your dad? Have you ever tested the limits of his patience by doing exactly the opposite of what he'd asked you to to? Jonah did exactly that. Today Major Ben starts a new series about Jonah's story & God's patience in dealing with him.

What happens when we die?

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

What happens when we die? Does the Bible bring any insight to the oldest question in existance? Today, Major John works through the picture the Bible paints of the after death experience for believers, as well as non-believers.

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Why do bad things happen to good people? It's a simple question that doesn't always generate the most comforting of answers for the person asking them. Today, Bill Davenport tackles this question, along with a few other ideas as the Questions series continues.

Can You Trust the Bible?

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Many people question the authenticity of the Bible & the circular reasoning that some use to state it's accuracy. Today, Zak Adams gives a message that uses simple logic to explain the authenticity of the Bible & puts many common questions to rest.

The Cross

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:00:52 -0700

What does the symbol of the cross mean to you? To the world, it's a tool that Rome used to humiliate and destroy people. To the Christian, it's very different. Today Major Ben examines the idea of what the cross means to people.

What Breaks the Heart of God

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:00:52 -0700

All of us have had our hearts broken at some time. Jesus' heart was broken over a people who couldn't recognize God himself standing right in front of them, to the point of weeping over Jerusalem & their disbelief. Today Major John delivers a message that not only explains the loss God sees, but also God's desire to bring us back to him.

Dividers

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 13:00:07 -0700

Have you ever been to a church where 1 person, or a small group seems to always be the source of drama? How should the church be handling those kinds of people? How should you handle those kinds of people? Today Major Ben closes our series on Romans by working through a rather surprising end of Paul's letter to the Romans.

Names

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:37:05 -0700

How many people can you greet by their first name? How much more difficult would that task be if you've never met them before? Similar to cousins in a modern day family, Paul warmly greeted people involved in the church at Rome by name, but probably hadn't met all of them. Today Major Ben offers a window into how Paul knew people and encouraged relationships among them without being in Rome.

Plans

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 13:00:07 -0700

Sometimes we develop plans for ourselves, and sometimes it may even work out the way we planned it. But, what are God's plans for you? How do you handle it when following God's plan instead of your own might involve some hardship? Do you follow anyway? Today Major John works through the end of Romans 15 and compares Paul's plan of visiting Spain versus God's will for Paul to visit Jerusalem.

Character

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 13:00:20 -0800

What develops solid character in someone? In Pauls case, it becomes apparent that his experience with Jesus became a major force in his life that shaped not only his personality, but also how he dealt with others. Today Major John provides an overview of the evidence provided about Paul's life, and compares it with how we allow Jesus to shape our lives today.

Seeking Unity

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:00:41 -0800

Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the same things the rest of our world is divided over? If we know God, then what is the source of division? Today Major John tackles this idea as the Romans series continues in chapter 15.

Love Your Neighbor

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:00:08 -0800

What does it mean to 'love your neighbor'? Is it a simple matter of mowing their yard for them & making some cookies every once in a while, or is there a deeper idea underneath the statement? In this weeks podcast, we hear a few different experiences of what it means to love your neighbor.

The Strong

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:00:40 -0800

Last week Zak delivered a message that explored the contrast between people's convictions. This week, Zak brings a response to that message, exploring how God wants us to deal with each other when we're in different spots in our journey of faith.

Servant of Another

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:00:15 -0800

Sometimes Christians don't always appear to be unified group. Some live their lives as free as a bird without remorse, and some are strict rule followers, and even more are somewhere in the middle. So, just how do you determine the way things are supposed to be? Today, Zak tackles Romans 14 and address where an individual's convictions should come from, as well as how God wants us to view an individual's convictions.

Love Fulfills the Law

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:00:06 -0800

The 10 commandments is full of do's and don'ts. Don't do this, don't do that. However, there is a certainly simple way to sum all law into one single statement. Today Major Ben works through the idea of what the world would be like if we simply loved one another.

Government

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:00:25 -0800

We all watch the news & it seems that there are times when government is doing things right, and then there are times when it's really questionable. Is it possible theres a deeper foundation under the idea of government that we don't always take into account? Today, Major Ben tackles the beginning of Romans 13 & what God has said about maintaining a relationship with government, and who established the idea of government in the first place.

Love in Action

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:00:19 -0800

Have you ever been around a couple, or a group of people that just tolerate each other? Today Major Ben has a look at the early church & the fact that real love is a much different situation than just bearing with the people that are in your life.

Christmas

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 13:00:05 -0800

Christmas is the day that we celebrate the birth of Christ. We've all heard the Christmas story from Luke, but we don't always immediately try to understand what God was doing through Mary. This Christmas, Major Lani speaks about what God wanted to birth in Mary, and asks what God wants to birth in you.

Humble Service

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:00:03 -0800

Each of us have our own unique gifts & talents. Some of us utilize them to maximize the benefit to ourselves, and take off in life because of it. However, what if their true purpose is to benefit someone else? Today Major Ben works through what Romans has to say about abot the presence of people's differeing gifts within the body of Christ.

A Living Sacrifice

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 13:00:44 -0800

What in the world does God need with our bodies? And isn't it kind of puzzling that he wants something to benefit us, then considers it an act of worship, toward him if we accept it? In this podcast, Major Ben talks through the beginning of Romans 12 & offers some insight on the implications this idea has on our lives.

The Greatest Story Ever

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 13:00:03 -0800

God created us & gave us a gift of choice. We choose to use it & walk straight into our own tragedy. The story of God's desire to re-connect us with the greatness of what we are meant to be stretches for thousands of years into the past & continues daily even now. This Christmas, Major John reflects on this act of love & the true depth of what Christmas is about.

Routine

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:00:43 -0800

Most of us have a routine. We have a typical pattern of things that we do in order to accomplish what we need to have done. If something comes along to disrupt our routine, we normally don't react well to it. So, what would happen if instead of being grumpy, we responded with curiosity as to why things are suddenly odd? Today Zak explores the reaction of the shepherds to having their routines messed up by a strange new star.

Unplug

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:00:43 -0800

It's no secret that we live in a noisy culture. Marketing is everywhere, people are strongly outspoken, and responses range anywhere from "tune out" to "freak out". Today Major Ben talks about Zechariah and the process of detaching & finding some silence in life to reflect on what God has for your next step.

God's Plan

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:01:58 -0800

Have you ever had your plans interrupted? Mary & Joseph had a plan to get married & have a normal family, and we know how well that idea worked out, don't we? Today, Major John challenges listeners to let go of their own plans & open their heart enough to follow a better one, one that God himself has laid out.

Worship Anyway

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:53:59 -0800

Sometimes life sends things at us that we don't understand. It certainly knocks the wind out of our sails, but do we have the tools to remain worshipful in all situations? Today, Zak goes through the end of Romans 11, and does some digging in other places to help us understand the idea of living a life of worship, sometimes in outright defiance of the trials of life.

Kind, But Just

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:00:14 -0800

Sometimes God has to send people into tough situations in order to get their attention. It's not enjoyable or fun for the person involved, and it happened to the people of Israel. Today, Major John tackles the Gentiles being grafted in to God's family, and also how Israel could choose to be broken off from God.

Stubbornly Faithful

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:15:17 -0800

Let's face it, sometimes we get our priorities mixed up. What we're doing suddenly becomes more important than WHY we're doing it. Israel did the same thing, so, did God reject Israel in return, or did he remain faithful to them? Today, Major John works through the beginning of Romans 11 & evaluates God's response to our getting things backwards. Also, we'll hear from April & Tim as to some other things that God's been doing here at the Kroc.

Without Excuse

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:00:23 -0800

All of us have attempted to justify our actions at one time or another with an excuse. Today, Major John looks at two excuses that were common in Paul's day by the people of Israel in regards to their rejection of the gospel.

Righteousness

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:11:21 -0700

What does it mean to have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge? Is it possible that someone can do all the right things, have all the right answers, and still be on the wrong track? Today Major John walks through Romans 10 where Paul paints the contrast between a righteousness that is fabricated by man & God's righteousness.

God Has A Plan

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:00:18 -0700

Wouldn't it have been nice if God held a public forum on how things were going to work in the world? It certainly would have made things easier for us to understand, but is it possible that God had a greater purpose than 'easy' in mind? Today, Major Ben goes through the last part of Romans 9 & gives some insight into what Paul wrote concerning these ideas.

Jacob & Esau

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:51 -0700

How do we reconcile that God chooses some, and doesn't choose others? And if God is so loving, what did he mean when he said "Jacob I loved & Esau I hated"? In this weeks podcast, Major Ben tackles these common, but tough to answer questions.

Heartbroken

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:00:07 -0700

This week, Major Ben brings us back to the Romans series with a look at some of the statements that appear in Romans 9. Most notably, Paul talking about the sorrow and anguish he felt for his people, and the contrast to people of today.

Breakfast with Jesus

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:29:23 -0700

In John 21, John writes of a morning of fishing after the resurrection. The story results in Jesus cooking breakfast for the disciples, and working to get a rough situation laid to rest with one of his friends. So why do we attempt to live as if God were a 'thing' instead of someone who wants to cook us breakfast? Today, Colonel Griffin talks about this subject & questions the meaning of being 'in Christ'.

Engage

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:00:04 -0700

Paul said in James 2:17 that 'Faith without works is dead.." Although works won't get you into heaven, they are a natural result of a growing faith. Today, Zak Adams speaks specifically to the members of Kroc Church & discusses different opportunities that are available for people to be involved in church.

Equip

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:00:11 -0700

It's rare that someone would think of leaving on a trip without being equipped to do it. Things like gas in the car & a plan on how to eat are pretty basic items to think about before leaving. What does it look like to be equipped for the journey through life though? Today Major John has a look at the idea of what being equipped is about, and the qualities it consists of.

Encourage

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 13:00:56 -0700

God never intended us to walk through life alone, did he? Family & friends are the simple evidence of God's desire for us to experience relationship with each other. In today's message, Major John focuses on the idea of encouraging one another within relationships, and what it means to be an encouraging church.

Prophecy

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 13:00:25 -0700

Who were the prophets & what was their story? Why in the world does it have anything to do with Jesus & what he said? The Prophetic books of the Old Testament are sometimes just passed by as something we don't need to pay attention to anymore, but it's rarely mentioned that God's character is revealed within them. Zak takes his time today to provide a short overview of the Prophetic books & what they're about.

Poetry

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:00:02 -0700

How much of your life do you think God cares about? Is how you feel a part of your faith? What about something like your latest craft project or artistic adventure? Today, Zak goes through the poetry books in the Old Testament & shows that God does understand emotion & the arts quite well.

History

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:19 -0700

Jesus said a lot of cool things in the New Testament, and so did Paul, Peter and John. However, it is difficult to grasp the depth of the things they've said without an understanding of where they were coming from. Today, Zak takes us through an a overview of the historical books in the Old Testament to help establish a little background to things to come in the Roman's series.

Don't do that!

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:00:47 -0700

In the Old Testament, God was rather effective at telling people what NOT to do. In fact, he did it well enough that many people today still think that's what being a Christian is about: following rules. Is that what he really meant? Or was there a very different point of view in which those rules were handed out? Today, Major John tackles the first 5 books of the Old Testament & shows a surprisingly simple understanding of Old Testament law that is often missed.

Who Can Be Against Us?

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:00:19 -0700

Do you remember the class bully? Wouldn't it have been nice to have a pet grizzly bear then? Today, Major Ben examines the last verses of Romans 8 and asks "If God is for us, who can be against us?"

There Is A Plan

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 13:00:53 -0700

Most of the time, we wake up in the morning with at least a general idea of what's on our plate for the day. But do we ever question if that's the only plate we have to choose from? Today, Major Ben talks through the opportunity we have to choose a different plan than our own, one designed with eternal results in mind.

Facing Forward

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:00:15 -0700

Have you ever wanted everything to just be finally over, just so you can rest? To Paul life was not an exercise in drudgery that made him weary. He lived a vivid, vibrant life, waiting for Jesus to return. Today, Major John continues in our series on Romans 8.

Two Ways To Live

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:00:20 -0700

If you've stepped through your front door, you've experienced a change in reality. You are no longer inside, but outside. In today's podcast, Zak & Bill team up and bring a message about the reality of the flesh, and the reality of the Spirit.

No Condemnation

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 13:00:08 -0700

How would you like your slate wiped clean? Completely spotless? Today Major Ben walks through the first 4 verses of Romans 8, and shows why it's probably the most studied chapter in the entire Bible.

Independence Day

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 13:00:38 -0700

What is freedom? Is it brought about by minimal government, or is it really attained another way? In this week's message, Major John goes through what is learned from a simple meeting between Jesus and a woman at a well.

What does God want?

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:00:20 -0700

Sometimes, we fall into the trap of only paying attention to what God wants from us. Major Ben talks today about what God wants for us, and consequently delivers a reminder that faith flows 2 directions, not just one.

The Spirit In You

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 13:00:39 -0700

If you have Jesus in your life, what use is the Holy Spirit? And doesn't the Holy Spirit just make people weird? Major John speaks about the work of the Holy Spirit within our lives.

The Modern Counselor

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 13:00:52 -0700

What role does the Holy Spirit play in our lives? What does he do in 2011? This week, Major Ben explores the what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit & what he does today.

The Trinity

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 13:00:41 -0700

This week we're taking a break from the Romans series to spend some time in a short series about the Holy spirit. Zak spends today giving an introduction to the series & also spends time working through the concept of the trinity.

Struggle

Sun, 29 May 2011 13:00:55 -0700

Paul said "I do what I don't want to do, and what I want to do, I don't." Who hasn't struggled with things within ourselves that we can't seem to change? In todays message, Major John walks through the end of Romans 7.

Married to Old Man Law

Sun, 22 May 2011 13:00:21 -0700

Would it be pleasant to be married to a demanding nit pick that only tells you what you've done wrong, and never forgives? Major Ben goes through the complete failure of rules to bring the acceptance of God, and contrasts it with a relationship with Jesus.

Perseverance With Your Family

Sun, 15 May 2011 13:00:19 -0700

This week, we take a break from the Romans series and spend some time with author Jim Burns. In this message, Jim brings a down to earth prosepective on perseverence, families & priorities.

Who's Your Master?

Sun, 08 May 2011 13:00:56 -0700

Although there are days when your boss may think he or she is your master, the truth is that choice is yours. So, do you serve yourself, or do you serve righteousness?

Dead to one, Alive to another

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:48:20 -0700

If you're dead, isn't it a bit difficult to get invited to the movies? This week, Zak Adams dives into Romans 6 and illustrates the idea of being dead to sin, and the rather odd thought of continuing in sin, when pure life is available.

Looking For Life

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:34:17 -0700

What brings you wholeness, contentment, life? Commissioner Jim Knaggs brings a short message about where people look for life this Easter...and where it's found.

Death through Adam, Life with Christ

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:51 -0700

Adam blew it, precisely when it counted. However, one act of righteousness has paved the way to being right with God in spite of Adam & his famous failure. Major John constrasts the actions of Adam and Jesus in todays message from Romans 5.

Experiencing Joy

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:00:49 -0700

Just how does someone remain joyful? Today, Major Ben tackles the first 11 verses of Romans 5, and offers some ideas on maintaining a healthy perspective on life, in spite of difficult trials.

The Promise Realized

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:00:36 -0700

So, how long do you trust God for something? Major Ben goes further into Abraham's story in Romans 4, and examines the idea of having an honest view of circumstances, and drawing hope from believing God anyway.

Abraham Believed God

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:58:16 -0700

This week Zak Adams covers the first verses of Romans 4. In the message we explore Paul's teaching about the value of Abraham's simply believing God.

Revolution Hawaii

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:12:18 -0700

This week, our visitng speaker is Rob Noland from Revolution Hawaii. Rob delivers a real life message, displaying the fact that our willingness to do even the simplest service for others can change people's lives.

Not Even One

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:44:31 -0800

Are you good enough? Major John speaks about the sobering truth that although we are capable of doing good things from time to time, we've all turned away from God.

With Great Power

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 13:00:29 -0800

With great power comes great responsibility. Major John walks through the first verses of Romans 3, about being faithful to God & what he's trusted us with, even though his faithfulness to us doesn't change when we do.

Rules, Ritual & Relationship

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:09:22 -0800

What would happen if Jesus showed up? Major Ben discusses Paul's writing in Romans about the difference between what you do, who you are...and ultimately who you know.

Valentines Day

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:00:04 -0800

For Valentines Day, Major John takes a break from the Romans series to have an open conversation with the Guindon's about marriage.

God's Righteous Judgement

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 13:00:36 -0800

How does God deal with bad people that go good? What about when people are good, even though they don't know him? This week, Major Ben tackles these questions in his message from Romans 2.

Love vs Wrath

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 13:00:11 -0800

No one has a problem with the love of God, but what about His wrath? Paul begins his explanation of the gospel in the book of Romans with God's anger and its source: sin.

Paul Longs to Visit Rome

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 13:00:58 -0800

Major John delivers the 2nd part of the Romans series, evaluating Paul's desires concerning Christians in Rome.

The Beginning of a Journey

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:46:10 -0800

Today, Major John kicks off an in depth and long term study of the book of Romans.

Pictures Of A Christian

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 09:51:03 -0700

Paul uses a variety of metaphors to describe the Christian life. What does it mean to be a walker, a tree, a student, a fountain and a soldier in the Kingdom of God?

A Great Mystery Solved

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 17:07:49 -0700

Major Ben takes a look at "the mystery of godliness" in Colossians chapter 1. What does the Apostle Paul know that we need to learn?

First Things First

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 08:37:47 -0700

Why does Paul always start his letters with lofty spiritual truths before he talks about the practical aspects of the Christian life? You and I can't really live the way we are called until we grasp the facts of who Jesus is and why we are in need of His grace.

Defeating The Giants In Our Lives

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:23:03 -0700

In this story from the life of David, we see that there is no enemy too big when you are on God's side.

Desperate Housewife

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 14:58:27 -0700

We are all tempted. This week Major John is looking at an episode in the life of Joseph and how he dealt with being tempted by Potiphar's wife.

When You Are Overwhelmed

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:00:35 -0700

How can we overcome when life is overwhelming? Major John looks at a story from 2 Chronicles to find out how the people of Judah dealt with overwhelming circumstances in their lives.

Pushing For A Miracle

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 16:12:48 -0700

Every crisis has a turning point; it was the persistence of this Caananite woman that made the difference. We need to humble ourselves before the Lord and keep praying until we have an answer.

Here's Your Sign

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 16:11:14 -0700

Faith doesn't require a sign from God, and Jesus tells his critics that the best and only sign that they will get from him is his resurrection from the dead.

When Bad Things Happen To God's People

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 10:17:35 -0700

"The plans of the Lord stand firm forever." Because God's plans will stand forever, we can know two things: God is in control; and we can worship in the best of times and the worst of times.

Facing Failure

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:47:07 -0700

What should be our response to our own failure? Humility and repentance. In understanding failure in our lives, we need to have a better understanding of God's grace, we need to understand that God never gets tired of forgiving us. Failure is not fatal if we remember that God's love is not dependent on our success. When you fail at something, don't give up.

Acts Church Year Two

Sun, 12 Sep 2010 11:53:36 -0700

It's been a year since Kroc Church began to formulate what it means to Encourage, Equip and Engage at The Kroc Center. Major John revisits Acts 2 and the church in Jerusalem as he explores what their example means for us at Kroc Church.

Theology and Community

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:08:45 -0700

Major John is fond of saying "It's all about relationships." Zak Adams, Adult & Family Ministries Coordinator for Kroc Church takes a look at whether or not Jesus would agree.

Grace Awakening

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:42:36 -0700

Why is grace so important to the Christian? Major John shares what grace has done, what grace in operation looks like and what grace can do to change our lives.