We have growing statistics showing that young people are more than reluctant to talk about God. Pastor Nathan & Pastor Laurie give three reasons why a generation is reluctant to have God talks and what to do about it. Remember, your voice matters and you can make an impact. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegra…

Is this the end? Will the CORONAVIRUS be the end-time plague that takes out the world's population? How should we, as Christians, respond to the threat of a global pandemic? Guess what, our response is probably not one of FEAR. Fear is a liar. Pastors Nathan & Laurie discuss their thoughts on this deadly outbreak and how we, as Christians, should b…

There seems to be a new trend of "Church Hurt" in our evangelical culture. I think we can all identify that church hurt is. Simple, I've been hurt in the church. But, one reason church hurt is so problematic, is that we don't have the resources to deal with difficult conversations in our church family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster…

Take a quick look at our family dynamic. Noble joins us as we discuss our family and how he sees our family. It's always great to get the perspective of your kids. They will tell you more than you are anticipating. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

GBU56 - DATE NIGHT DO'S & DON'TS Dating your spouse is a lost art in our modern context. If you want a better marriage--if you want a great marriage, learn to date your spouse. Pastors Nathan and Laurie lineout some easy to follow tips to level-up your dating game. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetween…

RIP KOBE, Dealing with grief In a tragic helicopter crash, the world lost 9 precious people. On that flight was the legendary Kobe Bryant. We all deal with grief and we all have moments that take our breath away. In these moments we need to understand how to walk through grief and difficult times. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo…

Right to life issues and the abortion debate spark great divides in our country. The current cultural context may have us believe that there is no option for the two sides to come together. However, we believe that if we were to grasp the deep value that each life has, we might have a different discussion. The discussion of PRO-LIFE & CHRISTIAN doe…

GBU53 - ARE YOU A BAD PARENT No one wants to ask but we all need to know, ARE YOU A BAD PARENT? We all work to do the best with our kids in the time we have them. It's easy to get off track. Taking an assessment of your parenting skills can help you be better and grow a stronger family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po…

How often do we hear ideas like "God is just teaching me through this trial. Or, God won't give you more than you can handle." Pastor Nathan and Laurie take on this ingrained religious idea. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

We all know raising kids can be stressful. Sometimes its difficult to know how to guide them and correct behavior. In this episode Pastors, Nathan and Laurie discuss the effects of biblical discipline. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Did you watch the Golden Globes this year? If you did, what did you think of host Ricky Gervais comments about his fellow Hollywood counterparts and their constant grandstanding? Join us as we cover the hot topic of Ricky Gervais' monologue. What is the church's stance on political correctness? Join Pastors Nathan & Laurie Hurst as they share their…

How do we, as Christians, handle the issue of guns in our places of worship? Are we as Christians supposed to just layover and take whatever comes our way? Do we have a responsibility to defend ourselves and others? We discuss these questions and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

Are you a Michael Bubé fan, or do you utterly despise his voice? Do you play Michael Bubés Christmas album year-round, or do you practically pass out when his music is played? Michael Bubé may be the most divisive person of the holidays. Join Pastors Nathan & Laurie Hurst as they argue the merits of this most controversial person! --- Send in a voi…

So, what are Christians to do with movies and stories like Star Wars? Should a Christian be exposed to mythical stories of supernatural powers and godlike characters? Pastors Nathan & Laurie share their thoughts on Star Wars and other genres of entertainment form a Christian perspective. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…

Vision Boards are a great way to stay motivated and keep your goals in focus. We all need to reimagine and reorganize from time to time. Vision Boards are a great way to jumpstart the process. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

We can all have moments of enormous stress during the holiday season. That doesn’t mean that that stress has a rule your life or that you can’t control the outcome. Join us as we discuss our five top tips for managing holiday stress. We hope this will help you get the most out of your holiday season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.…

It’s the season of thanks, giving and deals! Tonight we share our thoughts on #BlackFriday. P.s. You have all the stuff you need! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Raising kids isn't easy. Trying to raise kids in a culture that is so anti-christian can be exceedingly difficult. Today, Pastors Nathan and Laurie Hurst give three insightful tips to RAISING GODLY KIDS. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

In today's polarizing culture how are we fostering positive digital conversations? We all speak the language of social media and Youtube but is there something lost in translation? Join Pastors Nathan & Laurie as they discuss how we can foster better communication online. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegrace…

Are we ready for the potential of a coming revival? Jesus is doing something in culture! Jesus is invading hearts and minds in ways only he can. Are we ready? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

WHAT IS SEED GIVING exactly? An overwhelming reason people struggle in life is they EAT THEIR SEED instead of sowing it. Seed Giving is intended to produce provision for your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Nothing feels quite like seeing one of our heroes fall. Watching people we admire and look-up-to make big mistakes can feel like a gut punch. Even when the best of us fall short of the standard of Christianity, how do we respond? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

Money is such a real issue that Jesus wasn’t on the earth 10 min and God sent 3 rich guys looking for him. God sent provision. Firstfruits is a way of recognizing God's provision in our lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Lamar Odom said he “got saved” over the weekend at The Word Church in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. He continued, “Nowadays I’m doing the best I can in walking with the Lord, I had to show Jesus my appreciation for keeping me alive!” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenu…

That sounds like a strange topic! Well, ALMS or giving to the poor isn't only a biblical mandate it is a way to bring a tangible level of justice to our society. But, how we give is just as important as the gesture of giving. We not only want to give as God leads, but we also want to give with the right heart. Join Pastors Nathan & Laurie as they t…

From contentious comments about women in ministry to life change of a prominent celebrity, Pastors Nathan and Laurie Hurst cover a lot of ground in this episode. Remember there is a huge difference in defending sound doctrine vs. being a Christian troll. Don't be a Christian troll? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

How To Tithe; is it a biblical idea? Is it an idea for today? Is the TITHE a command or a suggestion? Is God serious about us giving him 10% of what we earn? In this podcast Pastors Nathan & Laurie Hurst answer these questions and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

GBU 33 - THE 4 TYPES OF GIVING - An Intro Join Pastors Nathan and Laurie Hurst as they talk about the 4 biblically mandated modes of giving. We all know that money ca be a contentious issue. Especially money and the church! In this episode, we give an introduction to the idea of financial giving as directed by the scriptures. --- Send in a voice me…

We all need a few tips (3 ProTips For Marriage) for our marriage from marriage mentors. In this episode Pastor Nathan & Laurie discuss 3 PRO-TIPS that have revolutionized their marriage and will bolster yours. If you're a seasoned marriage veteran or newlywed, we all need a push to keep our marriage healthy! --- Send in a voice message: https://pod…

So, this movie about a comic book villain was gaining a lot of media attention. We decided to check it out. On the one hand Pastor Nathan is a huge comic book movie fan. On the other hand, the movie promised to speak to cultural issues we all need to be aware of. Well, the takeaways are... You'll have to listen to find out. --- Send in a voice mess…

This may seem like a cliché Christianese statement, but it is very true. Join Pastors Nathan and Laurie Hurst as they discuss God's provision as we follow His will. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Is it ever okay to leave a church? If so, under what conditions? What should I look for in church leadership? Answers to these and more questions as Pastors Nathan & Laurie Hurst discuss WHEN TO LEAVE YOUR CHURCH. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

We've got a quick episode for you today!!! -It's not always easy but following God's plan always pays off in the end.- --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

More than 100 Americans commit suicide every day. Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death among all age groups. Suicide is the third among 15- to 24-year-olds. Suicide is the fourth among 25- to 44-year-olds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

Have the words “Prosperity Gospel” become the Church equivalent of nationalism? Just a way to denigrate people we disagree with. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Christian boundaries are loving limits you set in your relationships. Boundaries help us take ownership of: Our thoughts Our feelings Our bodies Our decisions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

*** Happy Labor Day *** We hope you had a weekend of rest as you celebrated a year in work. Today we are discussing the VALUE OF WORK. A notion that seems to be lost on a generation. God designed us to work anf that our work would payoff in His reward. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

Quick show notes: - Embrace Your Emotions -- Rom 2:23 - Acknowledge Irrational Beliefs About Failure - Accept an Appropriate Level of Responsibility -- I can handle failure. -- I can learn from my failures. -- Failure is a sign that I’m challenging myself to do something difficult --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show…

Marriage is an art form. Sometimes marriage takes a toll both husband and wife. Every couple struggles from time to tome. When we struggle, we need to reset and refocus. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

This is one of the biggest and most controversial questions we get. Does God heal and will he heal me? Quick answer, YES! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Is hell real? Would a loving God send me to hell? If hell is real, how long does it last. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Do you ever feel like you can't overcome anxiety? Do you ever feel so overcome you just want to stay in bed all day? Well, this episode might be for you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

“How can one come to possess great faith? Now listen, here is the answer to that: First, the blade, then the ear, then the full corn in the ear. Faith must grow by soil, moisture, and exercise.” -Smith Wigglesworth --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message…

Today, in the light of two mass shootings in less than 24/hrs, we tackle the issue of a christians response to firearms. - We try to uncover a little of the issue behind the issue. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message

Until you know the worth of a given thing you don't know how to treat is!!! We, as human persons are no different. We need to know your value! ___Make a suggestion for our next topics in the comments. Check out more from The Grace Between Us below: Video - shorturl.at/hmqF2 Audio - anchor.fm/thegracebetweenusq --- Send in a voice message: https://p…

Often we mistake God’s voices for our own thoughts. How do we tell the difference? Make a suggestion for our next topics in the comments. Check out more from The Grace Between Us below: VideoPodcast - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbaY3CEU3JLfo0oPl-DFrsA --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/messa…

Hint: Take intentional time to enjoy one another with no agenda. Hint 2: Give without expecting. The little things matter most. ___Make a suggestion for our next topics in the comments. Check out more from The Grace Between Us below: Audio - anchor.fm/thegracebetweenus _ Our Social Instagram - @thegracebetweenus Facebook - @thegracebetweenus Twitte…

Engage culture with truth through radical grace and love, not a list of Do's and Don'ts. -Social Media isn’t the devil - But he lives there sometimes -Starbucks isn’t the devil - But he drinks a Tie Dye Frappuccino -Target isn’t damned to hell - But their skinny jeans are made there --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…

Have you ever experienced sincere doubt about God, The Bible, or your faith? You are not alone. There is a way to face doubt and win. Join Pastors Nathan & Laurie as they discuss DEALING WITH DOUBT. _ Our Social Instagram - @thegracebetweenus Facebook - @thegracebetweenus Twitter - @gracebetweenus ___ If you have a topic you would like us to discus…

HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE- Always remember, Context is King!!! Join Pastor Nathan & Pastor Laurie as they share amazing insight into how to study your bible. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegracebetweenus/message