In a world full of differing opinions and personal convictions, Pastor Stephen Staton challenges believers to seek unity over division when it comes to their convictions. From Romans 14, he emphasizes that while Christians may hold different views on gray areas they must not judge one another but instead live out their faith in love and humility.

Key Scripture -

Romans 14:1–23

Topics Covered -

Disputable matters and Christian liberty

Personal convictions vs. biblical commands

Unity in the church amidst differing opinions

Examples of modern gray areas

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Pastor Corey Abney teaches that TRUE salvation cannot be lost because it is entirely the work of God's grace - not something earned by human effort. He emphasizes that salvation is an immediate, radical, and eternal transformation initiated by God alone, and not dependent on our performance or circumstances.

Key Scripture:

Ephesians 2:4-9

John 3

Romans 12:1-2

John 15

1 John 4:19

Topics Covered:

Assurance of salvation

The nature of salvation

God’s role vs. human effort in salvation

The role of the Holy Spirit

Comparison of spiritual death vs. life

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Pastor Corey Abney addresses the commonly asked question of whether Christians should drink alcohol, emphasizing that the issue is not about legalism or license, but about applying Biblical wisdom.

Key Scripture:

1 Corinthians 6:12

Topics Covered:

Christian legalism

Biblical stance on alcohol

Risks and consequences of alcohol abuse

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Lead pastor Dr. Corey Abney kicks off our new series asking hard questions. He explains how evil and suffering exist in the world as a result of humanity's rebellion against God, but God, in His sovereignty, uses these trials to fulfill a greater redemptive purpose. Though we may not fully understand God's ways, He is in complete control over all things, including evil and suffering, and ultimately works all things together for good for those who love Him.

Key Scripture:

Genesis 3:7 (The fall of man and the beginning of suffering)

James 4:1-3 (The source of conflict and evil desires)

Psalm 33:10-11 (The sovereignty of God's plans)

Romans 8:28 (God works all things together for good)

Topics Covered:

The origin of evil and suffering: Humanity's rebellion against God.

The consequences of sin: Broken relationships, disease, and death.

The sovereignty of God: God's complete control over evil and suffering.

The redemptive purpose of suffering: How God uses suffering to accomplish His will and bring about good.

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This Easter service, lead pastor Dr. Corey Abney shares how when life doesn’t always go according to plan, Jesus meets us right in the middle of our brokenness. Through the stories of Jairus and the bleeding woman in Luke 8, we see that Jesus responds to those who approach Him with both right belief and desperate faith. He is not afraid to engage with our mess, and He brings hope, healing, and restoration to those who truly seek Him.

Key Scripture:

Luke 8:40–56 — The healing of the bleeding woman and the resurrection of Jairus’ daughter.

Topics:

Jesus’ compassion for people whose lives have not gone as expected

Faith as childlike trust rather than perfection or strength

The power of Jesus to heal, restore, and give life regardless of how broken or desperate our circumstances

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What made the death of Jesus different from the thousands crucified during the Roman Empire? In this powerful Good Friday message, Dr. Corey Abney walks us through Colossians 2 to reveal why the cross wasn’t just an instrument of death, but a declaration of victory.

You’ll discover how Jesus didn’t just suffer physically, he erased our debt and canceled our guilt. Dr. Abney unpacks the reality that Christ’s death wasn’t a tragedy to mourn, but a triumph to proclaim.

What do you get when two theologians walk into a podcast? A lot more fun than you'd expect. Whether you're a lifelong student of Scripture or just curious about the deeper stuff, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug will challenge your thinking, strengthen your faith, and prove once and for all that Theology is Fun.

Special Podcast Preview Episode:

Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ was graphic, intense, and unforgettable, but did it portray the true suffering of Jesus? In this first episode, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug explore what Scripture reveals about Jesus’ greatest suffering—and it wasn’t physical. They dive into the weight of sin, the wrath of God, and what really happened on the cross.

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What do ancient rituals, temporary coverings, and Old Testament sacrifices have to do with Jesus on the cross? In this episode, Pastor Corey Abney explores how Christ fulfills what the Bible calls “shadows” — symbolic systems that pointed toward a greater reality. Through the lens of John 19:28-30 and Hebrews 9–10, he unpacks how Jesus completed the work of redemption and replaced the shadows with something final, full, and forever.

Key Points:

• Shadows vs. Reality: Old Testament sacrifices were temporary “shadows” that pointed forward to Christ. They could never truly remove sin (Hebrews 10:1-4).
• Priestly Intercession: Jesus is our great High Priest who gives us direct access to God. His intercession is permanent and personal (Hebrews 4:14-16).
• Sufficient Sacrifice: Unlike repeated offerings of bulls and goats, Jesus gave one perfect and sufficient sacrifice for all time (Hebrews 7:26-28; 9:11-12).
• Total Forgiveness: We are forgiven not through our efforts, but through Christ’s atonement. Our moral debt is paid by His blood (Hebrews 10:19-22; Ephesians 1:7).
• Heavenly Home: Jesus entered heaven to intercede for us and prepare an eternal dwelling. He is the center of redemptive history (Hebrews 9:24-26; Revelation 7:14, 17).