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This message reflects on the teachings of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of building one's foundation on his words. It explores the power of prayer and the significance of love and intimacy with God. Our guest speaker, Parker Mathias, encourages us to assess our daily rhythm and develop a disciplined prayer life. Through the Bible and personal insights, the message highlights the transformative power of taking the life of Jesus seriously. For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, we explore the importance of the Sabbath in our lives. As Tim Keller said, "Because the world is full of ugly things, we need the Sabbath to feed our soul with beauty." We delve into the biblical roots of the Sabbath and how it is a time for us to find joy in God's creation. Through a variety of quotes and passages, we explore the idea of delighting in God's world, our lives in God's world, and in God himself. We also discuss the importance of slowing down, setting boundaries, and allowing ourselves to process sadness and choose joy. Join us as we discover how the Sabbath can be a discipline of celebration and a delivery mechanism for joy.Support the show

Welcome to the Circle Podcast! Our aim is to help everyday people learn how to become Jesus Followers by having a conversation about the message on Sunday and applying it to our everyday lives. In this episode, Rob and Jacob discuss the spiritual practice of a weekly Sabbath and how it is a day to delight. Jacob breaks down joy into three forms: joy as a feeling, joy as a condition, and joy as a discipline. He explains that delighting in God, God's world, and our lives by creating a heart of gratitude is key to becoming a person of joy. Jacob encourages listeners to put distractions aside and just focus on the goodness of God during the Sabbath. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the benefits of practicing spiritual disciplines and how they lead to joy.Support the show

This week's message explores the theme of rest and resistance. We delve into the Bible to uncover the meaning of John 7:37-38, where Jesus invites those who are thirsty to come to him and drink, promising rivers of living water to flow from within them. We reflect on the nature of craving and aversion, and the cycle of suffering we experience when we are never satisfied. Drawing on Ecclesiastes 1:8, we recognize the human tendency to never be content with what we have and to always want more. The Rolling Stones' famous song "I can't get no satisfaction" aptly sums up this insatiable human condition. We then turn to the concept of Sabbath, a day of rest and holy observance.   We reflect on the idea that rest is an act of rhythm and resistance, especially in a world where we work more than ever before, have more than ever before, and yet are unhappier than ever before.   Join us as we explore the beauty and significance of rest in resisting the demands of the world and turning to God for the fulfillment of our deepest longings. For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

Welcome to the Circle Podcast! Hosted by Rob and Jacob, this podcast aims to help everyday people become Jesus Followers. In this episode, they discuss the spiritual practice of Sabbath rest, which they are currently exploring in their series called "Hurry Up and Rest". Jacob explains how Sabbath rest is both a rhythm and a resistance to our fast-paced culture, and how it can lead to peace and emotional, mental, and spiritual health. They also offer practical tips on how to make rest a regular practice in your life and how to overcome conflicts that arise when trying to prioritize rest. Tune in to learn more and discover the benefits of Sabbath rest!Support the show

Join our podcast as we discuss the power of Sabbath and the importance of rest. Drawing inspiration from Winnie the Pooh, Matthew 11:28-30, and other scriptures, we explore how Sabbath is not only a day of rest but a weekly practice of identity formation. Through Sabbath, we can cultivate a spirit of restfulness in all aspects of our lives and switch from restlessness to restfulness, from hurry to margin, from burnout to living at a sustainable pace, and much more. Come and discover why Sabbath still matters.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

Welcome to the Circle Podcast's very first episode, where we discuss how everyday people can become Jesus followers. In this episode, Rob and Jacob talk about the spiritual practice of taking a weekly Sabbath. They share tips on how to start practicing Sabbath, such as starting small and thinking about subtraction, not addition. The goal is to "Stop, Rest, Delight, and Worship God." Jacob suggests starting where you are, not where you want to be, and shares examples of families in their church who have implemented Sabbath as a weekly low-stress activity. If you want to learn more about Sabbath, feel free to reach out to Jacob. Tune in to the Circle Podcast next week to hear more about how you can follow Jesus.Support the show

No matter your age or relationship status, we all need friends who encourage us and point us toward Jesus. Do you have friends like that? If not, how do you find them? Let’s learn how to find community together. For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

Jesus didn’t come for the righteous, He came for sinners—for people in need. That’s all of us! How can we share the hope of Jesus with everyone we meet? Let’s find out together. For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially. Support the show

In the first message of our new series We Are the Church, Jacob talks about 3 mindsets of our church.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In the concluding message of our series Following Jesus, Jacob talks about how we can do the stuff Jesus did.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about what it takes to become like Jesus.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about what it means to be with Jesus.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob introduces our new series “Following Jesus.” He talks about what it means to actually follow Jesus.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about why we need Christmas.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Erin talks about why God needed Christmas.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about how and why the world needed Christmas.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about ways we can live uncommonly intentional.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show

In this message, Jacob talks about 3 ways we can counter the schemes of the enemy.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially. Support the show

In this message, James talks about ways we can share our faith with others.For more information about The Local Vineyard Church, you can visit us online at https://localvineyard.church. Here you can find information about how you can pray with us, join the team, or partner with us financially.Support the show