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Jesus didn’t just eat with outsiders—He welcomed them into grace. In this conclusion of our Sunday Ripple series on biblical hospitality, Pastor Matt McCarter and I explore how Jesus used shared meals to break social barriers, heal broken lives, and turn dinner tables into sacred spaces. From Zacchaeus the tax collector to the woman with the alabaster jar, we look at real stories where one meal changed everything.

If you’ve ever wondered how to practice hospitality like Jesus—or felt unsure about inviting others into your life—this episode will challenge and encourage you. Discover why Jesus’ dinner guest list still turns heads, and how your own table can become a place of connection, transformation, and Kingdom impact.

Topics we cover:

• Jesus and Zacchaeus: how a meal led to repentance and restoration
• The sinful woman in Luke 7: radical grace at the Pharisee’s table
• Why hospitality is more about posture than perfection
• How to step into discomfort and make space for those on the margins

👉 Whether you're a ministry leader, a curious skeptic, or just someone who burns toast but wants to make a difference—this episode is for you.

Listen now and discover how the simple act of sharing a meal can create eternal ripples.

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What happens when hospitality becomes holy?

In Part 2 of our Dinner with Outsiders conversation, Rob Anderson and Pastor Matt McCarter dive deeper into the radical way Jesus used meals to connect with the broken, the overlooked, and the unexpected. Picking up from last episode, this continuation explores how the table becomes a space of transformation—not because of what’s served, but because of who’s welcomed.

From heartfelt stories of community to insights on Luke 5 and Jesus’ dinner with Levi the tax collector, this episode invites you to rethink who you share life with and why it matters. You’ll hear how vulnerability, awkward moments, and ordinary meals can create room for extraordinary grace.

👉 In this episode:
• The spiritual power of shared meals
• Jesus’ upside-down guest list
• Why connection often comes before conviction
• Making space for outsiders in everyday life

Whether you’re a ministry leader, a tired parent, or someone seeking deeper relationships, this episode will challenge and encourage you to open your table—and your heart—just a little wider.

🎧 Listen now and reflect: Who’s missing from your table?

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Who’s invited to your table—and what does that say about your heart?

In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob Anderson sits down with Pastor Matt McCarter to explore how Jesus used meals to reach outsiders. From awkward dinner guests to baseball field tailgates, they share real-life stories about hospitality, vulnerability, and how shared meals can become sacred ground. You’ll hear how ordinary gatherings can open the door to extraordinary grace.

This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation—don’t miss Part 2 later this week as we go even deeper into the radical welcome of Jesus.

👉 Topics include:
• Biblical hospitality
• Why Jesus ate with outsiders
• Ministry through meals
• Empathy and listening
• How to turn your table into a tool for transformation

Whether you’re leading a small group, growing in your faith, or just love a good story—this episode will stir your heart and challenge your guest list.

🔔 Follow the show so you don’t miss Part 2!

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Welcome to the first episode of The Table series on Sunday Ripple! In this heartfelt conversation, host Rob Anderson is joined by Pastor Matt McCarter to explore the radically inclusive hospitality of Jesus—and what it looks like to live that out today.

From childhood memories around kitchen tables to unexpected meals with strangers, Rob and Matt share honest stories that highlight how the table can become a sacred space for connection, healing, and belonging. Together, they challenge us to look at who’s missing from our lives and how extending a simple invitation can reflect the heart of God.

Whether you’re a Christian hoping to live more intentionally, a ministry leader building community, or someone craving deeper relationships, this episode lays a rich foundation for reclaiming the table as a place where the kingdom of God breaks in.

In this episode:
– The difference between hospitality and entertaining
– Stories of meals that became ministry moments
– How to welcome outsiders without needing perfect conditions
– The uncomfortable truth about who we often exclude
– A simple challenge that could change someone’s life (including yours)

➡️ Pull up a chair and listen now—because small ripples of hospitality can make a big impact.

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Have you ever felt a nudge in your spirit, a verse that wouldn’t leave you alone, or a friend’s words that hit a little too close to home? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we’re diving deep into a powerful, often-overlooked spiritual truth: God still warns His people today—and it's always an act of love.

Join us as we explore how God graciously guides us through conviction, community, and Scripture, and why delayed obedience is often the root of unnecessary pain. You’ll hear relatable stories, biblical examples, and real-life moments that show what happens when we ignore God’s voice… and the peace and protection that come when we listen early.

Whether you’re in the middle of a big decision, feeling spiritually stuck, or just curious how to tune into God’s voice more clearly, this episode will equip and encourage you to respond before it's too late.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why God’s warnings are an act of grace—not guilt
• 3 ways God still speaks to us today
• The dangers of delayed obedience
• How to build a habit of hearing God’s voice early
• What’s waiting on the other side of early obedience

✨ Featuring key scriptures: Genesis 4, Luke 19, Hebrews 3, Matthew 7, and more.

📖 Perfect for: Christians seeking deeper spiritual discernment, small group leaders, and anyone navigating major life decisions.

🙌 Don’t wait until the whisper becomes a wake-up call. Grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s talk about hearing God’s warnings before it’s too late.

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We all want spiritual growth—but most of us want it fast. In this episode, we explore why slow, steady transformation is actually God’s design—and why that’s incredibly good news. From parables about seeds and vines to stories of unnoticed progress, we unpack what it means to trust the process when growth feels invisible.

You’ll hear personal reflections, biblical insight, and practical encouragement for staying faithful even when it feels like nothing’s changing. Because in God’s Kingdom, slow doesn’t mean stuck—it means rooted.

Whether you're just getting started or feeling frustrated by your pace, this episode will help you breathe deeper, walk slower, and remember: you're not behind. You're becoming.

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Ever try to hand off something that was clearly yours to deal with? Maybe it was actual trash (we’ve got a story for that), or maybe it was something deeper—like your own spiritual growth, emotional patterns, or the hard work of healing. In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we’re talking about the uncomfortable but freeing truth: you can’t outsource transformation.

Through Scripture, real-life moments, and a few painfully honest stories, Rob unpacks what it means to carry your own load—without burning out or becoming everyone’s savior. You’ll hear about a barista caught in a weird trash handoff, a parenting wake-up call, the cost of misassigned responsibility, and the quiet power of confession that actually changes you.

If you’re tired of blame-shifting, spiritual plateaus, or wondering why nothing's changing—this one’s for you.

Because maturity doesn’t start with perfection. It starts when you stop saying, “This isn’t mine,” and start saying, “Okay, Lord—let’s deal with this.”

I’d really love to hear from you. Whether this episode encouraged you, brought up a question, or just made you think, you can now send a message straight to us. It’s an easy way to share your thoughts, your story, or even just say hello. Just click the link at the top of the episode description to reach out. I read every message, and I’d be honored to hear how God’s moving in your life.

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What if the thing you’ve been avoiding—the quiet, awkward moment of honest self-reflection—is the very place God wants to meet you? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we’re diving deep into the art of Spirit-led introspection. Not self-help. Not shame spirals. But surrender.

Anchored in Psalm 139, we explore the kind of honest prayer that opens the door for real transformation: “Search me, O God.” We’ll talk about the difference between guilt and conviction, why comfort zones make great coffins, and how to create daily rhythms of self-evaluation that lead to growth, not burnout. Rob shares personal stories, biblical insight, and practical steps to help you stop managing your image and start living from a place of freedom.

If you’re tired of surface-level faith and ready for something deeper, this one’s for you.

I’d really love to hear from you. Whether this episode encouraged you, brought up a question, or just made you think, you can now send a message straight to us. It’s an easy way to share your thoughts, your story, or even just say hello. Just click the link at the top of the episode description to reach out. I read every message, and I’d be honored to hear how God’s moving in your life.