Join Pastor Jen Kelly and, for one more time, Pastor Cory Shumate as Cory passes the torch of podcast co-host to Pastor Don Hay! The pastors discuss the spiritual processes involved with transitioning work roles as Don introduces himself and Cory discusses his upcoming journey!
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Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 24: Romans 1
Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric pick their sides in the battle between generic and name-brand items! They also discuss the decisions, darkness, and divinity found within Romans 1:18-32. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.
Episode 11: Navigating Mental Health – A Conversation with Bobby Jackson
Join Pastors Jen Kelly and Cory Shumate as they interview a familiar name from Christ Community… Bobby Jackson! Bobby is a former Army combat medic, licensed counselor & therapist, Catalyst in One Collective of Elgin, and a former Youth Pastor here at Christ Community who is now an Elder & attendee with the Streamwood Campus! …
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Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 23: 2 Corinthians 9
Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric hit the jackpot as they discuss the lottery and what they consider a life-changing jackpot! Related to this, they also look at Paul’s letter of encouragement for giving and generosity found within 2 Corinthians 9:6-15. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.
Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 22: 2 Corinthians 3
Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric open their senses and discuss the unique scents and aromas that they find personally satisfying! The pastors also discuss Paul’s letters in regards to covenants, contemplations, and considerations found within 2 Corinthians 3:7-18. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.
Episode 10: Faith in the Broadcasting Booth – A Conversation with NFL Commentator James Brown
As we approach the Super Bowl, Pastors Jen Kelly & Cory “Hall of Fame” Shumate, alongside Pastor Larry Stratton, are joined by James Brown! Host of “The NFL Today” and “Inside the NFL,” JB’s a 3-time Emmy Award winning broadcaster, Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer, and has hosted the Super Bowl a record 10 times! …
Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 21: 1 Corinthians 14
Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric reminisce about their childhoods via the sense of smell. The pastors define prophecy and tongues (no, it doesn’t involve the sense of taste). They also identify what Paul’s talking about within 1 Corinthians 14 on the way of love and everyone’s unique spiritual gifts. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading …
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Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 20: 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1
Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric are back with another episode of the burger savvy podca… Wait a minute, no it’s the Bible Savvy Podcast! In a truly food-driven episode, the Pastors discuss their favorite meats in conjunction with the topic of food sacrificed to idols as well as the considerations and motivations found within 1 …
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Episode 9: Worship, Artistry & Creativity – A Conversation with Kevin & Crystal Beckford
Pastors Jen Kelly and Cory “Choir Lead” Shumate are joined by Crystal and Kevin Beckford. Outside of their day jobs, the Beckfords are both immensely talented musicians who have been musical ministry leaders for numerous churches and performed on stages for a few decades, including at Christ Community! The four of them also discuss worshiping …
Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 19: 1 Corinthians 5
Join Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and even Eric as they pull out their phones and share all about their most recent photos & videos! The pastors also utilize the COMMA Method in one of their deepest discussions yet to analyze the symbolism, descriptions, and areas of modern application that can be found within one of the …
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Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 18: 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5
Join Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric as they figure out their resolutions, improvise plans, and figure out future sound effects for 2023! The pastors also utilize the COMMA method for the first time in 2023 as they read and discuss 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.
Episode 8: When School is Your Job – A Conversation with Melanie Mejdrich and Grant Blahnik
Pastors Jen Kelly and Cory Shumate are joined by Melanie Mejdrich and Grant Blahnik; two current students! Student Ministries Pastor Josh Haight also joins the group to provide unique insight & statistics found with the students of today! The pastors and students discuss their 2023 resolutions, cheese(!!!), what the high school student experience is like …
Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 17: New Year’s
Happy New Year!!! Have some fun on this mini-episode with Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric as they talk about some of the best Bible Savvy podcast moments of 2022! They also go over some things to look out for in this new year, including the future of Bible Savvy in 2023, information on classes the …
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Bible Savvy Podcast | S3 Episode 16: Christmas
Merry Christmas and welcome to a special mini-episode of the Bible Savvy podcast! Pastors Nikki, Clayton, and Eric discuss who introduced them to a very special gift… the gift of God’s word! Tune in to find out just what the Pastors have planned for 2023 and maybe even a potential surprise guest! Jump into the …
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Episode 7: Law, Order, and Faith from a Judge – An Interview with Bob Spence
Join Pastors Jen Kelly & Cory “Chief Judge” Shumate as they interview Judge Bob Spence. Bob served as a Deputy Attorney General for Criminal Justice in Chicago & Springfield. He was a Kane County Circuit Judge who was elected as Chief Judge by his fellow judges. Bob also serves on the board of Administer Justice, …
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