Sunrise And Shine

Believe it or not “fight me” and “change my mind” are not implied on every social media post.

A brief spoken word piece for Resurrection Sunday.

Random questions from the 2 youngest of the household on daddy’s birthday.

Leaning into James 1:19-27, from the New Testament, we discuss word selection & why it matters.

Using Psalm 40:1-3 as a foundation, we take a look at what this season called “Lent” is for. (Spoiler alert: it’s about how we pray)

“When we are passionate about something important, but lose (or don’t get our way), how can we respond appropriately without losing faith)

Stephen answers the question: “For someone who has a hard time understanding the KJV (Bible), what translation would you recommend?”

A brief spoken word piece written as a part of the first 2021 sermon at Awaken Church in Natchitoches, LA.

Driving in the car, being easily amused & spreading joy.

What is the best type of juice? Featuring the one and only Nile Nelson!

Steve discusses how words can change in meaning, and how we might choose our words a little more carefully. Also: Is cereal a soup?

An original spoken word piece: 2020 Vision.

Stephen discusses the topics of prayer and social justice. Plus a thought about quail.

Stephen details his introduction to, and love for, professional wrestling. Inspired by the passing of legend, Johnny Walker, aka Mr. Wrestling II.

Reconciliation is going to come through a spiritual awakening where Jesus is the subject.

Harmony in the culture is going to bed in with harmony in the house of God. Stephen discusses how the church (Jesus followers) should be leading the way in unity & reconciliation.

God’s radically diverse church must lead the way in radical unity and diversity in our culture.

Stephen and Zach discuss what heresy is, and why it’s more loving to refrain from throwing that word around.

Stephen discusses forgiving someone who has hurt you deeply, and “the Lord’s Prayer.”

Stephen discusses using your wisdom vs trusting God. Also, discussion on favorite & most challenging books of the Bible.