Episodes
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We have an insatiable appetite for stories. Art helps us make sense of the world, bypassing logic and getting directly at the heart. The story of Ruth teaches us in four chapters what Ruth and Naomi learned over a lifetime.
In this episode, Whit and Lyndsey discuss ruth chapter 3, the power of story, how to make sense of the seemingly risqué actions of Ruth, complete submission and vulnerability, and how it all points to Jesus.
Show notes:
Listen the message Ruth: Vulnerability & Risk https://youtu.be/ykj9c2PC7Vk?si=fjSpN6rKDbooW7ZY
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Lace up your shoes – we’re going on a walk! In this episode, Heather shares about her transformative experience walking the Camino Santiago pilgrimage.
Throughout her 170 mile walk, Heather found solace in the simplicity of being present in the moment, meditating on scripture, and communing with the Lord. Her literal walk was a powerful picture of what it can look like to walk with the Lord in life, trusting Him to guide us step-by-step.
Show notes:
Check out our series: How to Hear God https://churchonthemove.com/howtoheargod
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Life doesn’t always turn out the way we hope or plan. When we face loss and disappointment, we may question if God is who He says He is. We can learn a lot about facing adversity from the story of Ruth and Naomi, who both lose everything they have but continue to move toward God.
In this episode, Whit and Chris discuss navigating suffering, wrestling with God, small steps of faithfulness, and God’s partnership with man.
Show notes:
Listen to the Message: Faithfully Following God in the Face of Loss https://youtu.be/bZlag24TP34?si=kI3lLbVh2vB8Lk7i
In this episode, Chris recommends these books:
The Problem of Pain by C.S. LewisThe God I Don’t Understand by Christopher Wright
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If you didn’t know, the Old Testament has some pretty crazy stories. One of the challenges in understanding ancient texts like Ruth is the vast cultural gap between then and now. Ruth unfolds against the backdrop of the time of the judges, a period marked by moral decline and spiritual turbulence in Israel.
In this episode, Whit and Casey take a deep dive into the cultural, historical, and biblical context of the story.
Show notes:
Check out Part 2 of this Conversation: https://youtu.be/t-H53kDIi4g?si=xwucHNsCoHxurcps
Check out the Message: An Introduction to the Book of Ruth
https://youtu.be/LY-ParQ4gpQ?si=m-OW4CWIDf9oKbfhCheck Out this Podcast:
Does the Old Testament Dehumanize Women? Dr. Sandy Richter
https://youtu.be/AjnMM36QUjA?si=o8LFfzpyxncOmNk0Check Out this Book:
Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O’Brien
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To read the story of Ruth as a romantic love story is to miss the full picture of God’s faithfulness in horrific circumstances. It is about love –– but the covenantal, sacrificial kind of Ruth to Naomi and God to His people.
In the second part of their conversation about Ruth, Whit and Casey explore how God works through people and places to form us.
Show notes:
Check Out Part 1 of this Conversation: https://youtu.be/nK1BNLPmE2s?si=qHS0PUMt5yeJp8Z9
Check out the Message: An Introduction to Ruth
https://youtu.be/LY-ParQ4gpQ?si=M5wo9_RBE6nRgu2_In this episode, Whit recommends stepbible.org as a Bible study tool.
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Have you ever felt like God speaks more clearly to others than to you? In the noise of life, discerning God's voice can be a challenge. But we have good news: you can get better at recognizing God’s voice!
In this episode, Spiritual Formation Pastors Casey Shirley and Blake Zimmerman talk about how God speaks through His Spirit, the power of community, and learning to pay attention to God’s voice even in the mundane.
Show notes:
Listen to the message: Normalizing the Voice of the Holy Spirit in Your Life https://youtu.be/CQWrUVEmC4E?si=IENeNegjWx1yFrKv
In this episode, Blake mentions the book Windows of the Soul by Ken Gire -
As parents, one of our greatest desires is to see our children not only get along but also develop long-lasting bonds that last their whole lives. How do we help our kids want to stay close to us and to each other?
In this episode, Heather and Jamie get vulnerable about their own sibling dynamics, discuss healthy communication, and share their hopes for the future of their family relationships.
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A lot of us respect the Bible but if we’re honest with ourselves, we struggle to love it. We haven't learned to "consume" what's spiritually nourishing. Scripture is not just literature; it's spiritual fuel, essential for our growth and vitality.
In this episode, Whit and Casey discuss how to learn and grow in our understanding and love of God’s Word.
Show notes:
Check out the Message: How to Hear God Through His Word https://youtu.be/cZi3yfjiAO4?si=FTDQrxvMU6BkML3h
Bible Resources:
Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson
How to Read the Bible for All It’s Worth by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
The Bible Project: https://bibleproject.com/
Bible Recap: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/Bible Books in 30 Minutes Podcast: https://podcast24.co.uk/podcasts/bible-books-in-30-minutes-audio
Study Scripture in Community: https://churchonthemove.com/cotmu
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Sometimes it feels impossible to hear God in a world filled with distractions and doubts. We often want a miraculous, "burning bush" moment. But what if He's speaking through the ordinary, day-to-day?
In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the pivotal role of wisdom, the common pitfalls we encounter in seeking God's voice, and their own encounters with God's guidance.
Show notes:
Listen to the Message “God Wants to Speak to You”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkR2BfQdeZ4
Check out the Life in Motion episode that was referenced “Finding Purpose in Every Season”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJZ3pnOidgU -
Is Jesus offering us a hard and miserable life? At the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus unveils two distinct paths: one to life and one to death. The path to life is one of repentance and devotion – it requires leaving everything behind. But the treasure is worth the cost.
In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the road to life Jesus sets out in the Sermon on the Mount and the historical and cultural impact of Christianity.
Show notes:
Listen to the Message: Easter 2024 | Enter by the Narrow Gate: https://youtu.be/M7FBU1Ac9m8?si=MvGP8NSRwVvdQe-t
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Change is a constant in life. If you’re not prepared for a changing season, you can find yourself at loose ends, thinking, well, now what? It’s so important to find purpose wherever you’re at, and that happens best in godly community. In this episode, Jamie and Heather get vulnerable about where they’re at and how they can flourish in every area of their lives.
If you’re feeling stuck in your season, this is a great episode for you.
Show notes:
In this episode, Jamie mentions the book The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
Find our How to Be Human series here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoikPSaa5DXeOZsjJTmyB-qz9nSxKzmlF&si=996W64vP3VWBvxBf
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Nothing can make us feel like a god quite like money––it gets to the heart of both our desires and our needs. In a world vying for our attention at every turn, Jesus challenges us to examine what truly has priority in our lives. You can’t serve God and money, so which will it be?
In this episode, Whit and Casey break down Matthew 6:19-34. They talk about spiritual practices to decenter money from our lives, learning dependence on God, and more!
Show notes:
Listen to the message Navigating Jesus' Teachings: Money, Attention & Your Needs: https://youtu.be/nEu3pjyxRQQ?si=oA_AKKA4A90XUIti
In this episode, Whit mentions the book East of Eden by John Steinbeck
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Why does prayer often feel awkward and uncomfortable? We often struggle with feelings of inadequacy, striving for the perfect words while missing the authentic connection with God. The basis of prayer is not performance but relationship. So, how should we pray?
In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about their personal experiences with prayer, our misconceptions about God, and what Jesus had to say about prayer.
Show notes:
Listen to the Message How to Pray: https://youtu.be/vhdJb0B2gwk?si=vG6OP6mxZ2GMAdaM
In this episode, Whit mentions the book Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas
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What advice would you give your younger self? In this episode, Jamie and Heather have a candid conversation about Heather turning 50 and the unexpected reflections and realizations that come with it.
They talk about the complexities of aging, parenting, the pressures of social media, and living to the fullest in every season of life. Plus, they have a lot of fun along the way!
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We live in a time where we can curate and present our lives for optimal praise and validation. Social media preys on a desire built into every human heart - the desire for approval. Wanting approval isn’t a bad thing. In fact, we’re hardwired for it. The question is, who are we seeking approval from?
In this episode, Whit and Casey dive deeper into Matthew 6, shame and honor vs. guilt and innocence cultures, approval in the age of social media, and the transforming initiative of secrecy.
Show Notes:
Watch the Message: https://youtu.be/z3_2bAxKB_I?si=xZAQN3cQlkyWvyRS
If you missed last week's message, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/ggaXvfRveQE?si=Ze10SqyONVPDdqIb
In this episode, Whit mentions these books,
-Remaking the World by Andrew Wilson
-A Secular Age by Charles Taylor
-Making Sense of God by Timothy Keller
-Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards & Brandon J. O'Brien
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At first glance, passages where Jesus addresses marriage and divorce are confusing at best and harsh at worst. But when we begin to peel back the layers and grasp the context, we see that Jesus is actually elevating our view of marriage.
In this episode, Whit and Casey discuss interpreting difficult passages, covenantal commitment, and how marriage should look in the Kingdom of Jesus.
Show notes:
Listen to the message What Does the Bible Say About Marriage? https://youtu.be/q7yRHj73CHo?si=gz41q18gHoG3DbcY
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Jesus pulls no punches in His Sermon on the Mount. He directly addresses the ways we tend to drift from His way of life. Rather than abolishing the wisdom of the past, He seeks to deepen and amplify it, infusing it with new relevance.
In this episode, Whit, Blake, and Casey explore Matthew 5:17-30, what it means for Jesus to fulfill the law, and the pitfalls of anger and lust.
Show notes:
Watch the message: The Way Out of Anger and Lust https://youtu.be/3V2tgE3YYO0?si=A3Ry6GIqwikAjrb8
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Since they last recorded, Jamie and Heather have experienced significant milestones! With one child walking down the aisle and another navigating college, they've found themselves in a new season of parenting.
In this episode, they talk about releasing control, the importance of community, walking through open doors without excuses, and their ins and outs for 2024!
Show notes:
Jamie mentions she is doing the Bible Recap challenge this year. You can join her here: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/
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Christianity is more than an adherence to certain beliefs. It’s an embodied faith, a process of becoming–– a way of life as taught and demonstrated by Jesus.
In this episode, Casey and Whit talk about the last four beatitudes which urge us to be merciful, pure of heart, a peacemaker, and to expect opposition. What does it look like to live this out in 2024?Show notes:
Listen to the message How to Be a Merciful Follower of Christ
https://youtu.be/v7m7OlEkveA?si=5GF2pjQvV8NdV2wd -
According to Sermon on the Mount, there’s a way to live that will make life better for you, but it might sound counterintuitive. In the first four beatitudes, Jesus invites you to be poor in spirit, to mourn, to be meek, and to hunger and thirst for righteousness, which may leave you thinking, wait, what? But we can explain.
In this episode, Whit and Casey explore meme culture, Old Testament references, and the qualities of a Kingdom seeker.
Show notes:
Check out the message: How to Be a Kingdom Seeker: https://youtu.be/8gORP9b0NKo?si=w5zgmM_JMM8YtsgyIn this episode, they the following books:
Hitler's Furies by Wendy Lower: https://www.amazon.com/Hitlers-Furies-German-Killing-Fields/dp/0547863381
Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer https://www.amazon.com/Cost-Discipleship-Dietrich-Bonhoeffer/dp/0684815001
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