The two Pastors reflect on where they are at with their two respective congregations. Being around people doesn’t mean you’re connected. In this episode, we explore the gap between proximity and true connection — and why so many of us live in that space without realising it.

It’s about more than relationships. It’s about alignment, presence, and understanding what actually brings us together in a meaningful way. This conversation might just change how you see the people — and the world — around you.

In this episode, we unpack what happens when you stop waiting to feel ready and choose praise anyway. From early morning mindset shifts to honest conversations about leadership, growth and insecurity, this is a real look at what it means to follow God in the middle of the process.

We talk about:

• Why praise is not based on how you feel

• How preparation shapes what happens in the room

• Learning your voice and calling, even when you feel exposed

• The difference between inward worship and outward praise

• Stepping into uncharted territory with faith instead of all the answers

This is not polished or perfect. It is real, raw and where growth actually happens. If you have ever felt stretched, unsure or like you are still figuring things out, this one is for you.

Starting with everyday moments such as routines, seasons, Sunday services, and even failed attempts at running, the conversation naturally opens up into deeper reflections on grace, worship, identity, and being fully human while walking with Jesus.

They talk about wearing the “best robe,” living lives filled with colour rather than obligation or routine, and the freedom that comes from allowing God into the cracks of our lives instead of trying to hide them.

This is not a polished teaching or a stage performance. It is a real dialogue about learning, leading, resting, and growing together. Whether you have been a Christian for many years or are just exploring faith, this conversation offers encouragement, honesty, and a reminder that God is always at work bringing new life.

Jump into this awesome conversation where our pastors talk about our churches, being called into ministry, and also being resilient to be able to do what God is asking us to do!

The new things God is bringing into your life, and into the life of Family Church, are the result of this agreement with heaven. We are all benefiting from the journey God has called us to.

But what is God doing in your life?

Are you experiencing the new things?

The new life?

Have you embraced the new birth?

And are you standing strong as a representation of that newness?

Jump in the conversation with us today.

We also look forward into something powerful: grace. The grace to grow, to embrace new things, and to recognise what God is doing in each of our congregations and in the lives of the people who make up Family Church.

Join the conversation as Pastor Andy B, and Pastor Ray unpack what it means to step into a new season with open hands, fresh faith, and a willingness to grow.

Whether you are part of Family Church or simply on your own journey of faith, this episode invites you to walk with us, reflect with us, and be part of what God is shaping in this new year.

Tune in, lean in, and be encouraged as we explore the journey ahead together.

Pastor Andy B and I are in full swing with these podcast updates, where we share and summarize what our weeks have looked like, what our weekends involved, the heart behind our sermons, and how we feel the church is engaging with the messages God has placed on us.

We are always encouraged to see that our hearts are in sync not only with what is happening in our churches but also with what God is doing next.

Join us as we prepare our hearts for what’s ahead and get ready for what we believe God is about to do. Are you ready?

You need two lenses: micro and macro. Micro is the tough conversations. Macro is the vision for the future. If you love the church, you don’t avoid hard talks you lean in. Why? Because ignoring small problems creates big ones that destroy everything later.

Culture isn’t just about stopping bad stuff. It’s about creating fertile soil where good things grow where life thrives and fruit multiplies. That’s the game.

Enjoy the episode. Let’s build something that lasts.

In this episode, we explore how every detail of Scripture points to Christ, from the Tabernacle’s design to the names Bezalel and Oholiab two craftsmen chosen to bring heaven’s creativity to earth. Their story reminds us that intimacy with God and partnership in His plan matter more than skill. Even if you feel unqualified, God wants what’s in your hands. You’re part of His big picture.

Yet here’s the question: Have we lost sight of His presence and the transformation it brings to our lives?

Join me and Pastor Sean Finch in Episode 4 as we dive into this vital conversation with members of the congregation. Together, we explore what it truly means to live aware of God’s presence in a world full of distractions.

🎧 Listen now and rediscover what His presence produces in you.

If we have a problem with saying "Here I am Lord send me," Have we really encountered a Holy God?

This episode includes a short devotion and a daily challenge to help put the message into action. Whether working through tough stuff or seeing good things grow, this podcast is about staying intentional, planting well, and trusting God with the results.