Beyond the Weekend Podcast

"We can acknowledge that tragedy is real and messy and also believe that God is excited to redeem and restore." Join Amelia Rhodes, Stephen Lewis and Pastor Jeff Manion for S6E3 of the Beyond The Weekend Podcast. We chat about Jeff's weekend travel adventures, then dive into the processes of forgiveness and trust, being faithful in unwanted spaces, and how to practically have a heart alive to God. Waiting rooms, experiencing the emotions of biblical characters and dock cleats — oh my! Resources mentioned in this episode:Genesis 37-50God Is Creative The Land Between by Jeff ManionEmail us your 10-word sermon recap at btw@adabible.orgJesus in the Old TestamentUnstoppable God StudyActs 7Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Epic | Joseph at: adabible.org/series/epicHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

"Your life isn't too messy for the Lord!" Join Stephen Lewis, Amelia Rhodes and Rachel Norton for S6E2 of the Beyond The Weekend Podcast. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, chatting about the role of women in the Biblical narrative that leads to Jesus, the cost of control in Jacob's story and in our podcast team's lives, where broken-heartedness from brokenness should start, and the certain hope we have in God's sovereignty. Resources mentioned in this episode:Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller Genesis A Doubter's Guide to Jesus – John Dickson Sharing Your Faith WorkshopListen to the sermon for this podcast, Epic | Jacob at: adabible.org/series/epicHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

We're kicking off our EPIC series by exploring the Old Testament. We understand how that sounds — but don't snooze on this one! Join Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss the big picture of the Old Testament, other instances of God's covenant promises and how to read the Old Testament. This episode sets us up for success as we begin our 16-week journey through the Old Testament. (Our producers walked away with great applications and think you will, too.) Season 6 Episode 1 is jam-packed! Resources mentioned in this episode:Genesis How to Read the Bible Book by Book by Gordon D. Fee, Douglas Stuart How to Read the Bible For All Its Worth by Gordon D. Fee, Douglas Stuart Dominion and Dynasty by Stephen G. Dempster Surveying the Old Testament, by Andrew E. Hill, John H. Walton Jeremiah 31:33 Rick Warren's Bible Study Methods by Rick Warren Lifeline Student Ministry Beyond The Weekend Daily Devotional Philippians 4:19 Unstoppable God - Small Group Sign UpListen to the sermon for this podcast, Epic | Abraham at: adabible.org/series/epicHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

Show Notes: Confident. | Confident IdentityThis week's episode wraps up Pastor Aaron Buer's powerful series, Confident. Aaron joins Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis to explore who we are in Jesus and how God's view of us can transform our faith. They discuss how hope serves as a secure anchor, even when life gets difficult. This encouraging conversation will help you stand confident in Christ no matter what you're facing. Resources mentioned in this episode:Your Identity A-ZVIM — Dallas Willard from his book Renovation of the HeartCompact Dictionary of Theological Terms – Greg R. AllisonHebrews 6:18-19The Power of Identity – People of the Way.Ephesians 1:3-14Sermon on the MountDivine Conspiracy – Dallas WillardFurther Reading:Gospel of John Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Confident. | The Love Test at: adabible.org/series/confident/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

Show Notes: Confident. | The Truth Test This week's episode unpacks Pastor Aaron Buer's powerful message on The Truth Test. Aaron joins Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis to explore who Christ truly is, how we can examine our own character and what it means to live accountable to God's truth. They also take you behind the scenes to explain how Ada Bible Church selects its elders and deacons.Resources mentioned in this episode:House of David on Amazon PrimeFinding Jesus in the Old Testament (Beyond the Weekend) Sermon on the MountRevelation 2: 2-3 – Testing true and false1 Corinthians 5:111 Timothy 3:2-7 - Requirements for LeadersGnosticismFurther Reading:Gospel of John Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Confident. | The Love Test at: adabible.org/series/confident/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

We're continuing our Confident series by diving into personal stories and LOADS of practical tips from Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss our identity in Christ, fear & submission vs gratitude & relationship and what weekend church services are for. Resources mentioned in this episode:Pray A-Z, by Amelia RhodesThe Septuagint Yada – experiential wisdom Philippians 2 - Jesus submitting himself Sharing Your Faith John 13:34-36 Abide, by Jen Wilkin Further Reading:Gospel of John Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Confident. | The Love Test at: adabible.org/series/confident/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

We're continuing our Confident series by exploring the Apostle John's letter on confident faith. Join Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss John's writing style; eternal security; salvation, obedience and legalism; the origin of the term "hypocrite" and more.Resources mentioned in this episode:After Acts by Bryan LitfinAn Introduction to Biblical Ethics by David W. JonesJohn 10:25Ada Bible ConstitutionWe Believes: SecurityExodus (starting ch 16)Matthew 23:23The Parable of the Lost SonEzekiel 36:26Small GroupsReach out for Mentorship or Care (prayer, counseling etc.) at: men@adabible.orgwomen@adabible.orgCampus Pastor info@adabible.orgNavigating Emotions Sermon Series Navigating Emotions Counselor VideosFurther Reading:1 John 4:10-11Gospel of JohnListen to the sermon for this podcast, Confident. | The Character Test at: adabible.org/series/confidentHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

We're kicking off our Confident series by exploring the Apostle John's letter on confident faith. Join Sam Schubkegel, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss who the author and apostle John was, gnosticism and apologetics and young adults, and much more. The team dives deeper, sharing content that there just wasn’t time for in the sermon all the way to the last minute of this episode. It's jam-packed! Resources mentioned in this episode:After Acts by Bryan LitfinAda Bible AcademyAda Bible Young AdultsPilate StoneYehohanan's Skeletal Remains Caiaphas Ossuary Pool of Silome Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics by Norman L. Geisler The Text of the New Testament by Kurt and Barbara AlandAi Shepherds and Electric Sheep by Sean O'Callaghan and Paul A. Hoffman Further Reading:1 John 1-2 Gospel of John Our prayer for this week: "God, make yourself real to me." Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Confident. | Confident Faith at: adabible.org/series/confidentHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

You Asked For It | You Asked - We answered!Join hosts Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they rapid-fire your final questions we didn't get to during this series.Grab links for all of the resources mentioned in this episode here!00:00 Welcome03:30 Is God angry at sin?07:16 Predestination and Election13:14 Who goes to heaven? Why?16:30 Did Jesus go to hell, and what was he doing between his death and resurrection?19:49 Why does hell exist?22:09 Trinity27:13 Why does God seem so different in the Old Testament vs the New Testament?31:49 Keeping the Law?35:19 What language were the 10 Commandments written in?38:16 Can we trust the Bible?41:57 What is baptism and why do we need it?45:23 Sports?49:26 WrapThis fall, our men’s and women’s ministries will be doing a Bible study called Unstoppable God. Registration will be live this fall here: https://www.adabible.org/small-groups/Listen to the sermon series for this podcast, You Asked For It, at: adabible.org/series/you-asked-for-it/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

You Asked For It | Why is Jesus Confusing?Do you wonder why Jesus did or said some of the things we read in the Bible? Join Pastor Jeff Manion, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss what Pastor Jeff is up to these days, a new-to-us spiritual practice and some practical applications for reading the Bible when it seems confusing. The team also answers an additional important question at the end of the episode.Resources mentioned during this episode in chronological order: Mark 1 www.bible.com/bible/111/MRK.1.NIVMark 3 www.bible.com/bible/111/MRK.3.NIVCity of God – Augustine www.wtsbooks.com/products/city-god-saint-augustine-9781565484795Ada Bible Constitution www.adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Constitution-combined-final2.pdfEphesians 2 www.bible.com/bible/111/EPH.2.NIVSharing Your Faith Training Sign Up - my.adabible.org/registration/sharingyourfaith2025Listen to the sermon for this podcast, You Asked For It | Why is Jesus Confusing? here: adabible.org/series/you-asked-for-it/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

You Asked For It | The End TimesSooo, what's up with the end times? And what are the different interpretations the Church has about it? Join Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes, and Stephen Lewis as they discuss where our beliefs on the end times as Christians should fall in regard to our core beliefs. The team also chats about where Ada Bible lands and why we believe what we do.Resources mentioned during this episode in chronological order: 1 Corinthians 13 - www.bible.com/bible/111/1CO.13.NIVEnemise of the Soul | Armor of God Sermon - www.adabible.org/sermons/spiritual-warfare/ESV Study Bible - www.esv.orgConstitution – Ada Bible Church - www.adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Constitution-combined-final2.pdf1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 - www.bible.com/bible/111/1th.4.16Revelation 21:4 - www.bible.com/bible/111/rev.21.4ESV intro to Revelation - www.esv.org/resources/esv-global-study-bible/introduction-to-revelation/Sharing Your Faith Training Sign Up - my.adabible.org/registration/sharingyourfaith2025Listen to the sermon for this podcast, You Asked For It | The End Times here: adabible.org/series/you-asked-for-it/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

Is God with us in our darkest moments? Does he care if we suffer? Join Pastor Brad Holmes, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss personal stories from their lives and how God can give us a new perspective on pain. The team shares content there just wasn’t time for in the sermon as they dive into more of your questions throughout the podcast and even rapid-fire-answer ADDITIONAL questions at the very end of the episode!Oops! Show notes for this episode exceeded the maximum character limit. Find the resources mentioned in this episode in this document.Listen to the sermon for this podcast, You Asked For It | Where is God in My Pain? here: adabible.org/series/you-asked-for-itHave questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

Ever feel just stuck in your sin? Curious if there are practical ways to break free from habitual sin and live into your calling as a Jesus-follower? Join Rachel Norton, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss personal stories from their lives, what confession is and isn't, and the ways we can start stepping into the freedom Christ offers. The team shares content there just wasn’t time for in the sermon as they dive into more of your questions throughout the podcast and even rapid-fire-answer ADDITIONAL questions at the very end of the episode! Resources mentioned in this episode:The Vineyard God Delights In - Isaiah 5:1-7STEPS, by John Ortberg - bakerbookhouse.com/products/540747Strengthening Your Faith - adabible.org/syfI Surrender All, by Priscilla Shirer -lifeway.com/en/product/i-surrender-all-P005849030Ada Bible Women Summer Study sign up - my.adabible.org/page/828Narrow and Wide Gates - Matthew 7:13-14Enemies of the Soul sermon series -adabible.org/series/enemies-of-the-soul/Shall I go on sinning? - Romans 6:1-2Living the Eternal Life Now, by Dallas Willard - dwillard.org/resources/audio/living-the-eternal-life-nowGentle and Lowly, by Dane C. Ortlund - daneortlund.com/gentle-lowlyWinning the War in Your Mind, by Craig Groeschel - open.life.church/resources/5053-winning-the-war-in-your-mind Listen to the sermon for this podcast, You Asked For It | How Do I Break Free From Sin? here: adabible.org/series/you-asked-for-it/Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch additional videos and learn more about our ministries at adabible.org

Season 3 Episode 4 Enemies of the Soul | Spiritual WarfareHow can I be in the Word throughout all of seasons of life? What are ways I can be sure of my identity in Christ? Do practical tools exist for when I don't feel natural at praying? Join Stephen Lewis as he chats with Pastor Aaron and his wife, Katie Buer, about content that was left out from the weekend sermon and how they put on the armor of God in their own lives. Resources mentioned in this episode:TwoGether - Aaron & Katie | listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/45VXrdkfHPZljySzMjw5Us?si=b920f74bbbc84731 or on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-finale-with-aaron-and-katie-buer/id1539666146?i=1000595211199Did you ask, "What is a flannel graph, Stephen?" Get a peek at what Sunday School was like in the nineteen-hundreds here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAUxp_tBVxo Fervent: A Woman's Battle Plan to Serious, Specific and Strategic Prayer by Priscilla Shirer https://www.amazon.com/Fervent-Womans-Serious-Specific-Strategic/dp/1433688670Moms in Prayer momsinprayer.orgNIV Study Bible https://a.co/d/a4ug1x3Listen to the Bible on the YouVersion Bible app https://www.bible.comJoin the Ada Bible Church Prayer Team at my.adabible.org/page/1243Submit your questions for our upcoming sermon series You Asked For It: https://my.adabible.org/page/1645Grab our Memory Verse Screensaver for Ephesians 6:13 at adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1.pngListen to the sermon for this podcast, Enemies of the Soul | Spiritual Warfare at adabible.org/series/enemies-of-the-soul/ You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos, and learn more about us and our ministries at adabible.org

Season 3 Episode 3Enemies of the Soul | The WorldHow can I remain faithful to Jesus in the world? How do I parent effectively as a Christian? Are there practical tools I can use to overcome this enemy? Join co-hosts Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss with Pastor Aaron about content that was left out from the weekend sermon and how to be transformed by the Spirit. Resources mentioned in this episode:Jesus Is Tested in the Wilderness https://www.bible.com/bible/111/LUK.4.NIVThe Fall in the Garden of Eden bible.com/bible/111/GEN.3.NIV1 Corinthians 15 bible.com/bible/111/1CO.15.NIVLive No Lies by John Mark Comer amazon.com/Live-No-Lies-Recognize-Sabotage/dp/0525653120Romans 12:1-2 bible.com/bible/111/ROM.12.NIVNet Bible netbible.org/bible/Matthew+1Parenting without Panic by Rachel Gilson amazon.com/Parenting-without-Panic-LGBT-Affirming-World/dp/1802541128Read Ephesians before this weekend! bible.com/bible/111/EPH.1.NIVGrab our Memory Verse Screensaver for Ephesians 6:13 at adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1.png Learn more about Ada Bible Academy Deeper Walk: Spiritual Practices for Life with God at my.adabible.org/registration/academy-spring-2025Learn more about Ada Bible Academy Parenting with Purpose: Building Faith-Filled Families at my.adabible.org/registration/academy-spring2025-2 Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Enemies of the Soul | The World at adabible.org/series/enemies-of-the-soul/ Submit your questions for the podcast at my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos, and learn more about us and our ministries at adabible.org

Season 3 Episode 2 Enemies of the Soul | The Flesh What does it mean to kill sin? How do I live by the spirit and not by the flesh? Join co-hosts Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they invite our Pastor of Marriage and Family Ministries, Mike Wilkerson, to speak on the flesh and reaping what you sow. Together they discuss the victory that comes from killing sin within your life and the daily spiritual practices needed to be disciplined. Pastor Arron also adds content that was left out from the weekend sermon and our team speaks on resources for spiritual practices. Resources mentioned in this episode:NIV Study Bible a.co/d/5Qa5JFkDallas Willard: The Spirit of the Disciplines a.co/d/2wzuyptRichard Foster: Celebration of Disciplines a.co/d/0So0JU6Memory Verse Ephesians 6:13 bible.com/bible/111/EPH.6.13.NIVReach out through email to get help with any need here: care@adabible.org Learn more about Ada Bible Academy Deeper Walk: Spiritual Practices for Life with God at my.adabible.org/registration/academy-spring-2025Learn more about Ada Bible Academy Parenting with Purpose: Building Faith-Filled Families at my.adabible.org/registration/academy-spring2025-2 Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Enemies of the Soul | The Flesh at adabible.org/series/enemies-of-the-soul/ Submit your questions for the podcast at my.adabible.org/page/1710 You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos, and learn more about us and our ministries at adabible.org

Season 3 Episode 1Enemies of the Soul | The DevilWhat is the origin story of the Devil? When can I expect to be tempted? Is there power I have to overcome evil? Join Senior Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss the reality and nature of spiritual warfare in our daily lives. Pastor Aaron also shares content there just wasn’t time for, and the team answers your questions.Note about Jerome: Guess what! We looked it up after our conversation, and Jerome lived from 347-420. He started work on his Bible translation in 382 and completed his translation of the Bible into Latin in 404.Resources mentioned in this episode:NIV Study Bible https://a.co/d/5Qa5JFkESV Study Bible https://a.co/d/3v4tCClStrengthening Your Faith: Empowered www.adabible.org/syfStrengthening Your Faith Bookmark www.adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SYF-Bookmark.pdfMemory Verse Ephesians 6:13 www.bible.com/bible/111/EPH.6.13.NIVEphesians 6:13 Screensaver www.adabible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1.pngListen to the sermon for this podcast, Enemies of the Soul | The Devil here: www.adabible.org/series/enemies-of-the-soul/Submit your questions for the podcast here: my.adabible.org/page/1710You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos and learn more about us and our ministries at www.adabible.org

Make it Real | Faith & EnduranceJames 5:7-20How can we endure challenging times? What difference does our faith make in how we live and think during hard seasons? Join Senior Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss how we can see God’s provision, stand firm and bring all of our emotions to God. Pastor Aaron also shares content there just wasn’t time for, and the team answers your questions. Resources mentioned in this episode:Resolve: Elijah & Elisha sermon 12/31/23: www.adabible.org/series/resolve/Breaking Point Sermon Series: Moses 9/3/23 and Elijah 9/10/23: www.adabible.org/series/breaking-point/Subscribe to the Beyond the Weekend daily devotional: www.beyondtheweekend.org/email-signup/Jesus in the Minor Prophets: www.beyondtheweekend.org/2024/03/04/march-4-jesus-in-the-minor-prophets/ We would love your feedback as we wrap up this podcast series. You can submit comments here: https://forms.office.com/r/2A8PKAFeaH Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Make it Real | Faith & Endurance here: www.adabible.org/series/make-it-real/ You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos and learn more about us and our ministries on our website: www.adabible.org

Make it Real | Faith & WealthJames 4:13-5:6How does our faith impact how we think about and view our finances and resources? Join Senior Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss how we can invite God into our decision making and honor him in every aspect of our money. Pastor Aaron also shares content there just wasn’t time for, and the team answers your questions. Resources mentioned in this episode:If you would like to be connected to a counselor, mentor, or marriage mentor please contact care@adabible.orgRenovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ by Dallas Willard Satisfied: Discovering Contentment in a World of Consumption by Jeff ManionNext week’s passage -- James 5  Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Make it Real | Faith & Wealth here: www.adabible.org/series/make-it-real/Submit your questions for the podcast here: https://my.adabible.org/default.aspx?page=5054We would love your feedback as we wrap up this podcast series. You can submit comments here: https://forms.office.com/r/2A8PKAFeaH You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos and learn more about us and our ministries on our website: https://www.adabible.org

James 4:1-12 What is the relationship between real faith and our desires? How does following Jesus shape what we want and how we go about getting it? Join Senior Pastor Aaron Buer, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis as they discuss how we can get back to living in line with God’s desires for our lives. Pastor Aaron also shares content there just wasn’t time for, and the team answers your questions. Resources mentioned in this episode:The Prodigal God by Timothy KellerThis week’s Beyond the Weekend devotional will feature a day on the Holy Spirit’s role in our lives: www.beyondtheweekend.orgRomans chapters 6-8Exodus 19This week’s Beyond the Weekend devotional will feature a day on the Holy Spirit’s role in our lives: www.beyondtheweekend.org Next week’s passage: James 4:13-5:6If you would like to be connected to a mentor, or a marriage mentor please contact care@adabible.org  Listen to the sermon for this podcast, Make it Real |Faith & Desires here: www.adabible.org/series/make-it-real/Submit your questions for the podcast HERE!You can find more information about Ada Bible Church, watch more videos and learn more about us and our ministries on our website: www.adabible.org