Bucky Kennedy Podcast

Mary is one of the most familiar—and most misunderstood—figures in the Bible. Some overlook her life, while others elevate her beyond what Scripture teaches. In this message, Bucky lets the Bible tell Mary’s story and explains why her faith still matters today. Why did God choose Mary? What did she understand about her Son before His birth? And what can her obedience teach us about trusting God when His plan interrupts ours? These simple but powerful lessons from Mary’s life will challenge how you think—and how you live.

Why did Jesus come—and why does His birth still matter? In a culture that downplays sin and elevates good works, the need for a Savior can start to feel unnecessary. Bucky reminds us that while the cultural relevance of Jesus may be fading at Christmas, the spiritual need for Him has not. Jesus didn’t come to make us nicer people; He came to bring transformation. This message challenges us to reconsider why Christ was born—and what it truly means to move from darkness to life.

This episode takes a fresh look at the Christmas story through a lens many overlook: God’s ongoing plan for Israel. Bucky explains why the birth of Jesus is inseparable from Israel’s story—rooted in its prophets, its promises, and the hope carried through the Gospel writers. Learn why understanding Israel deepens your appreciation of Christmas—and why, without the Jewish people, there would be no Christianity. Set aside today’s political filters and rediscover the Christmas story as the Bible actually tells it.

When life feels overwhelming, we just want God to fix it. But He often uses those very moments as a test of faith. In this message, Bucky walks through the feeding of the five thousand and shows how Jesus uses seemingly impossible situations to grow us spiritually and stretch our faith. This message will challenge you to trust God with what you have and believe Him for what only He can do.

In this episode, Bucky and Mary talk about what happens when we lose our way spiritually. They unpack how even faithful churchgoers can drift into quiet pride or deep feelings of inferiority, and what it looks like to take the first steps back toward the Father. Bucky also tackles questions like: How do you soften your heart when it’s grown cold? and Why is self-righteousness so hard to recognize? This conversation points you back to God’s compassion, mercy, and goodness—the foundation of true restoration.

Jesus compared the days before His return to the days of Noah—marked by distraction, deception, and spiritual indifference. In this message, Bucky warns believers about the growing spiritual carelessness of our own day. He challenges us to stay alert, think eternally, and live like Jesus matters in every area of life. You’ll learn how to stay spiritually grounded and what readiness looks like. This message is a call to live with urgency, clarity, and unwavering focus on Christ.

In this message, Bucky walks through one of Jesus’ most beloved parables—the prodigal son. This passage reveals the heart of God toward every sinner who turns back to Him. It shows the emptiness of rebellion against God and the beauty of genuine repentance, while also exposing the danger of self-righteousness. Jesus reminds us that the Father stands ready to restore and welcome home anyone who comes to Him. Whether you’ve wandered far from God through rebellion or through religion, this message will help you find the way home.

Every believer faces a common battle: staying fervent in our walk with Jesus. In this episode, Bucky and Mary talk about what causes our hearts to drift and what helps us return to a vibrant love for Christ. They tackle questions like: What does genuine brokenness look like? How can you tell when something is truly off in your walk with Christ? And can someone drift so far that God won’t restore them? These questions sit at the heart of the battle we all face—and this conversation offers honest, hope-filled answers.

This episode takes an honest look at a topic rarely discussed anymore—backsliding. Bucky explains what spiritual decline is, why it happens, and how believers can return to a close walk with Jesus. You’ll learn the subtle stages of drifting, the difference between false and true repentance, and the hope God offers to every believer who turns back to Him. If you feel distant from God—or if your spiritual life has grown dull—this message will help you find your way back.

People’s lives can get messy. That’s when we tend to back away. But this episode isn’t about those who fall; it’s about those who help them back up. Bucky and Brooke talk about what it means to step into someone else’s mess with courage and compassion. They explore the roadblocks that keep us from helping, and the difference between true burden-bearing and being a busybody. Discover why biblical restoration is as much about your own heart as the one you’re helping to restore.

When a fellow believer stumbles, how do we respond? Too often, the church shoots its own wounded instead of restoring them with grace and compassion. God calls spiritually mature believers to come alongside the fallen, helping them find their footing again. This message explores what it means to bear one another’s burdens—and what God requires of people who restore the fallen.

Jesus talked more about money than about heaven and hell combined—so why is it still such an unpopular topic in church? In this sermon recap, Bucky and Mary talk about what it means to see your finances from God’s perspective. They answer questions like: Are New Testament believers called to a different standard of giving? How is generosity connected to salvation? And why do we tie so much of our identity to what we own? Join us for a down-to-earth conversation about an uncomfortable—but essential—topic.

Most people get uncomfortable when churches talk about money—but Jesus didn’t. In fact, He talked about money and possessions more than heaven and hell combined. In this message, Bucky explains why genuine generosity starts with the heart, and how the Bible’s four principles of giving can transform the way you see generosity.

Walking with God means learning to move at His speed—whether He’s holding still or charging ahead. Too often we rush ahead or hesitate when He’s ready to move. When God is leading, why wouldn’t you go? He’s not asking you to do what you can do. He’s showing you what He can do.

As North Hall Church met on their new land for the first time, Bucky preached an inspiring message about what it’s going to take to build on this land. From Moses’ prayer in Exodus 33, Bucky outlined how to move toward God’s promise—with God’s presence, in God’s power, with God’s provision, and for God’s purpose. But it’s crucial to remember why God does what He does. Join us for this exciting outdoor service and visionary message.

Forgiveness isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the Christian thing to do. In this conversation, Bucky and Brooke talk about how forgiveness plays out in everyday life. They get into what unforgiveness does to you, why humility matters, how to teach forgiveness to your kids, and what it looks like to let go of the hurt. Plus, find out why forgiveness has more to do with Jesus than with the person who offended you.

Forgiveness is one of the hardest commands to live out—and one of the clearest pictures of God’s grace. In this message, Bucky takes a fresh look at Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant and challenges us to consider what it really costs to forgive—and what it costs when we don’t. If you’ve ever struggled to forgive, this message will help you see forgiveness the way Jesus does—and remind you why we can’t afford to withhold it.

Too many believers are content simply knowing they’re saved and bound for Heaven. But that is settling for less than the life God intends us to live. Join Bucky and Brooke for a down-to-earth conversation on how to grow spiritual fruit that lasts. Discover what it means to manifest the life of Christ, how to confront sin with love, and why it’s okay to pray for patience—yes, really. This episode offers practical insights for maturing in your faith and even has a few laughs along the way. 

God expects believers to bear spiritual fruit—the visible evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work in a believer’s life. So, when we struggle in our Christian walk, it’s often because we’re not walking in the Spirit. In this message, Bucky explores the keys to cultivating spiritual fruit, how God uses pruning to grow us, and what gets in the way of being a fruitful Christian.

The Holy Spirit is the key to walking in the victory of Jesus Christ. But victory doesn’t come without surrender. This conversation unpacks what it means to die to self and follow the Spirit’s leading every day. How can you tell when you’re out of step with the Spirit—and what happens if you keep ignoring His voice? Discover how to walk in fresh surrender to the Spirit of God—not tomorrow, but today.