Further
Further is a weekly show for the people of Harmony Bible Church, where we seek to revisit and expand on Sunday sermons, with the goal of growing deeper in Biblical truth that transforms our lives.
Episodes
91 episodes
Episode 88: Three Claims of Jesus
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from John 5:19-30. They cover issues like the Trinity, Jesus as judge, and the relationship between the Father and Son during the crucifixion. They wrap up by briefly considering what the en...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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40:47
Episode 87: God is Working
In this episode, Brenton Grim and Matt Mitchell explore the story of Jesus healing a man at Bethesda from John 5. They discuss the unique responses of people to Jesus, including the differences between this man, the Samaritan woman, and the roy...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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24:28
Episode 86: Curiosity vs Saving Faith
In this episode, Brenton, Jeremiah, Nate, and Kacey discuss their sermons from John 4. The conversation centers around the story of the official found in this passage, exploring themes of faith, belief, and trusting in Jesus’ promises. They sha...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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23:09
Episode 85: Harvest
In this episode, Brenton and Chris dive deep into the call to proclaim Jesus and the significance of genuinely living out faith. Chris unpacks a strong statement from his recent sermon, tying it to scripture and our natural tendency to share wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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33:08
Episode 84: Living Water
In this episode, Chris and Brenton delve into the significance of crossing cultural and societal boundaries, inspired by Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman in John 4. They discuss how the gospel breaks down barriers and how the church ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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33:11
Bonus Episode: Election Special
In this bonus episode, Brenton and Chris dive into the challenges of voting with integrity and navigating political differences as Christians. They talk about the importance of nuance, especially when discussing sensitive topics like abor...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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58:16
Episode 83: Joyful Humility
In this episode, Chris and Brenton talk about how shame and pride affect how we see ourselves and others. They discuss the importance of finding our identity in Christ rather than through self-justification. Chris shares personal insights...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:11
Episode 82: For God So Loved The World
In this episode, Chris and Brenton discuss the meaning of God’s justice and why it can be hard for people to accept. They talk about the struggle between preaching grace and avoiding legalism, along with how condemnation still shows up in...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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35:38
Episode 81: The New Birth
In this episode, Brenton and Chris dive into how believers can confidently share the gospel without watering down its message, balancing the need to be truthful while still being gracious. They discuss the difference in how Jesus addresse...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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30:46
Episode 80: Cleansing the Temple
In this episode, Brenton and Matt discuss the misdirection of worship, highlighting how people can use it for their own gain or preferences instead of focusing on God. They reflect on Jesus' actions in the temple, emphasizing His righteous ange...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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28:12
Episode 79: Water into Wine
In this episode, Brenton and Chris talk about the differences between Protestant and Catholic beliefs, especially around faith and works. They dive into what real joy is and how it’s different from happiness. Chris explains how Christians can e...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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37:47
Episode 78: Three Marks of a Believer
In this episode, Brenton, Chris, and Andrew dive into apologetics and how it relates to sharing the Christian faith. They discuss the importance of having answers to common objections but emphasize that arguments alone won’t change hearts. The ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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34:26
Episode 77: Witness to the One
In this episode, Brenton, Paul, and Matt talk about finding our identity in Christ and how to recognize when we're looking to other things for validation. They share personal stories about dealing with distractions and the importance of reflect...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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35:12
Episode 76: The Word Became Flesh
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss why Jesus is considered the clearest way we know who God is. They talk about how people often misunderstand God’s grace and why we sometimes think others are beyond it. They also cover the idea of bein...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:45
Episode 75: Children of God
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from John 1:6-13. They spend the majority of the show talking about the doctrine of adoption. What is it? What are the benefits of it? What responsibilities does it come with? They wrap up b...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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36:23
Episode 74: The Word
In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris dive into the complex topic of the Trinity. They discuss various views on the Trinity, including tritheism, Arianism, and modalism, and how these differ from orthodox Christian beliefs. The...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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42:40
Episode 73: From Heartbreak to Hope - Part Two
In this episode, part two of our series on lament, we're taking a more practical approach. Join us as we explore how to incorporate lament into our daily lives and lead our children through their own emotional struggles. Below are the r...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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26:04
Episode 72: From Heartbreak to Hope - Part One
In this special two-part episode of Further Brenton, Chris has two special guests joining them to discuss what is lamenting and how we apply this to our lives.Below are the resources mentioned:Dar...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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36:32
Episode 71: Remembering God's Providence
In this episode, Brenton and Clay discuss his sermon from Esther 9-10. They begin by expanding on the quote he used from the Heidelberg Catechism and why we lack trust in God. They then explore some of his application points, such as corporate ...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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32:19
Episode 70: The Great Reversal
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 8. They opened by discussing the fact that Xerxes could not revoke his decree. They then explore the parallel between this and God’s decree that leaves us guilty before him. Chri...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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30:59
Episode 69: Mission Possible
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 7. They begin by looking ahead to the upcoming sermon series and the reason for them. They consider the definition and purpose of worship. They then discuss many different facets...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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48:51
Episode 68: Pride & Providence
In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 6. They begin with a question about the royal attire that Xerxes gave Mordecai when he was honored. They spend the rest of the show discussing Haman’s pride and how we exhibit th...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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35:38
Episode 67: A Defining Moment
In this episode, Chris, Nate, Matt, and Paul discuss the biblical story of Haman and the importance of humility and contentment in Christian life. The conversation highlights the role of community in spiritual growth and the need for honest sel...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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35:25
Episode 66: If I Perish, I Perish
In this episode, Brenton and Chris aimed to explore and expand upon the weekly sermons delivered at the church. In each episode, the hosts engage in thoughtful discussions that make the biblical teachings more accessible and practical for daily...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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32:34
Episode 65: Hidden Providence
In this episode, Brenton, Christian Frey, Nathan Williams, and Jeremiah Landon discuss their sermons from Esther 3. They begin the show by discussing how it’s different to preach from a narrative passage rather than another type of scripture. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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38:37