Madison Church

Are you tired of religious obligations overshadowing your relationship with God? This episode invites you to join us as we explore how following Jesus releases us from these burdens and allows us to dive deeper into our faith. We unravel the concept of Jesus as the new, better priest and discuss how our response to his grace should be one of growth and maturity.Journey with us as we examine the story of Abraham and his remarkable faith and perseverance during the 30 years he waited for God's promise to be fulfilled. Learn from this powerful example and discover how God bound himself with an oath to ensure that those who receive his promise can be certain he will never change his mind. Trust in God's unchanging character, even when life doesn't make sense.Finally, let's discuss the importance of trusting in God alone, not worldly things, and how our true spiritual selves can emerge during trials and temptations. Go beyond mere success and focus on spiritual growth and maturity as we explore

Do you ever wonder if you're missing crucial spiritual warning signs in your life? Just as we encounter physical warnings daily, there are spiritual warnings we need to pay attention to. Join us as we delve into Hebrews 6:4-8, a controversial and disputed passage, and explore the importance of recognizing these spiritual red flags to grow in our faith.Hebrews 6:4-8 offers practical advice on how to show love for God and fellow believers during tough times, which is crucial evidence of our salvation. We'll discuss the value of spiritual maturity and the need for finding mentors who are further along in their faith journeys, helping us cultivate our own connection to God through love. Let's embark on this enlightening discussion together.Finally, prepare to tackle the challenging topic of blasphemy of the Holy Spirit. We'll examine Jesus' teachings on the unforgivable sin of rejecting him until death and how it relates to Hebrews. We'll also explore the incredible blessings that co

Are you struggling to let go of religious obligations and fully embrace the new covenant Jesus brought? Join us as we explore Hebrews 5 and discuss the importance of spiritual maturity for followers of Christ. We'll confront the issue of spiritual immaturity in the community and urge believers to move beyond the basics of faith, growing in their relationship with Jesus.Hear the inspiring story of Briana, a member of Madison Church, who exemplifies the kind of spiritual growth we should all strive for in our own lives. Learn the significance of gathering together in relationship with other believers, resolving conflicts in a Christ-like manner, and the essential components of spiritual growth, such as volunteering and giving. Together, we'll examine our spiritual checklists and identify areas in which we can grow and give back.Join us on this journey towards spiritual maturity, leaving behind religious obligations and embracing the vibrant, transformative relationship with Jesus that he intends for u

Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, plea

Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, plea

Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, plea

How do your neighbors think of you? Whether you live in a an apartment complex or are a homeowner, we all have neighbors. Those in close proximity to us have thoughts about us, and Jesus has thoughts for how we should treat them.How can we be a better neighbor to those who live around us? Join us for this series, "How To BLESS Your Neighbors." We'll teach a different action every week so that you can be a bright light in your community.Madison Church is a nondenominational church in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information about our church and its mission, please visit our website: madisonchurch.comSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes

How do your neighbors think of you? Whether you live in a an apartment complex or are a homeowner, we all have neighbors. Those in close proximity to us have thoughts about us, and Jesus has thoughts for how we should treat them.How can we be a better neighbor to those who live around us? Join us for this series, "How To BLESS Your Neighbors." We'll teach a different action every week so that you can be a bright light in your community.Madison Church is a nondenominational church in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information about our church and its mission, please visit our website: madisonchurch.comSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes

How do your neighbors think of you? Whether you live in a an apartment complex or are a homeowner, we all have neighbors. Those in close proximity to us have thoughts about us, and Jesus has thoughts for how we should treat them.How can we be a better neighbor to those who live around us? Join us for this series, "How To BLESS Your Neighbors." We'll teach a different action every week so that you can be a bright light in your community.Madison Church is a nondenominational church in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information about our church and its mission, please visit our website: madisonchurch.comSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes

Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, plea

How do your neighbors think of you? Whether you live in a an apartment complex or are a homeowner, we all have neighbors. Those in close proximity to us have thoughts about us, and Jesus has thoughts for how we should treat them.How can we be a better neighbor to those who live around us? Join us for this series, "How To BLESS Your Neighbors." We'll teach a different action every week so that you can be a bright light in your community.Madison Church is a nondenominational church in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information about our church and its mission, please visit our website: madisonchurch.comSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes

How do your neighbors think of you? Whether you live in a an apartment complex or are a homeowner, we all have neighbors. Those in close proximity to us have thoughts about us, and Jesus has thoughts for how we should treat them.How can we be a better neighbor to those who live around us? Join us for this series, "How To BLESS Your Neighbors." We'll teach a different action every week so that you can be a bright light in your community.Madison Church is a nondenominational church in Madison, Wisconsin. For more information about our church and its mission, please visit our website: madisonchurch.comSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes

Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, plea

We will all leave a legacy, whether we're intentional or unintentional about them. How do we leave the legacy that God wants us to leave? In this series, we'll learn how to make a lasting impact in the people and world around us so that we leave a legacy that lasts forever.In this message that concludes the series, Jason explains that we have to take risks and live dangerously if we want to leave a lasting legacy.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you c

We will all leave a legacy, whether we're intentional or unintentional about them. How do we leave the legacy that God wants us to leave? In this series, we'll learn how to make a lasting impact in the people and world around us so that we leave a legacy that lasts forever.In this message, we see that Jesus' legacy was people. He was radically focused on others. That must be a part of our legacy, too.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make

We will all leave a legacy, whether we're intentional or unintentional about them. How do we leave the legacy that God wants us to leave? In this series, we'll learn how to make a lasting impact in the people and world around us so that we leave a legacy that lasts forever.In this message, we learn that we must first break the bad legacies that have been passed down to us from previous generations if we want to leave a positive legacy.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to s

Do you ever feel like the pressure to present a perfect image on social media is affecting your relationships and your ability to be your true self? In the powerful conclusion of our five-part series on Emotionally Healthy Relationships, we explore the importance of living authentically and seeking approval from God, rather than from others, to foster healthier and more fulfilling connections.Together, we'll examine the impact of social media on our relationships, discuss the wisdom of Jesus and prophet Jeremiah as guides for living our true selves, and share valuable insights on when to stay silent and when to speak up. Join us on this transformative journey towards thriving in your relationships, embracing your true self, and ultimately bringing glory to God and empowering others to do the same.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the

Are your relationships suffering from constant conflict? Does pride secretly take the driver's seat when it comes to your emotional health? Get ready to discover the root of conflict through the lens of James 4, as we tackle the power of pride and humility in building or tearing down relationships. Don't let pride continue to damage your connections - it's time for a healthy change.We'll also expose the dangers of pride and envy that often trigger conflicts in our lives. Learn how counting someone else's blessings instead of our own can lead to envy and resentment, and how to recognize signs of pride in ourselves. It's time to take a step back and assess how these issues impact our relationships and emotional well-being.Finally, let's dive into practical ways to overcome pride in our relationships, using James 4 as our guide. By submitting to God, resisting the real enemy, and admitting our need for help, we can foster humility and surrender our relationships to a higher pow

Did you know that people spend 60% of the conversations they initiate talking about themselves, and that number jumps to 80% on social media? Join us for an enlightening discussion as we reveal how listening incarnationally can significantly impact our relationships. Discover the power of listening as an act of love and how it can help bridge gaps between people, while also fostering spiritual growth.We'll dive into how talking too much and not listening can hinder our relationships and spiritual growth, exploring Jesus' commandment to love God and love our neighbors. By examining the concept of listening incarnationally, we'll learn how to enter the world of another person and truly hear them. Embrace the importance of listening as an act of love, as David Osburger said, "being heard is so close to being loved that for the average person they're almost indistinguishable." Let's commit to listening well so that we can love well!Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, co

Ever wondered why your relationships seem like the tip of an iceberg? Are you ready to dive deeper and uncover the hidden 90% of emotions that could be causing shipwrecks in your connections with others? Join Stephen, the Lead Pastor of Madison Church, in this eye-opening discussion on emotionally healthy relationships and how understanding the fullness of our emotions can bring us closer to God and those around us.Discover how embracing a resolved mindset can lead to healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of our humanity as well as Jesus' humanity. We also look at some fascinating examples from the Bible of Jesus expressing his emotions, such as anger when confronted by the Pharisees and Sadducees. Reflect with us on the importance of handling our emotions in a way that aligns with Jesus' teachings.Finally, let's explore together the significance of self-awareness and its impact on our emotions, relationships, and spirituality. Learn how to bring your emotions to God and become mor