Passionate Podcast

In this episode, Pastors Nick and Sarah continue talking about our Made for More series — along with the two-year generosity initiative rooted in Ephesians 3:20. Together they unpack what it means to trust God with our time, talents, and treasures, and how generosity shapes us as passionate followers of Jesus. This isn’t just about giving — it’s about growing. Whether you’re new to 2Rivers or already part of the journey, this episode will inspire you to live open-handed and see God do immeas...

In this episode, Sarah and Pastor Nick look back on God’s faithfulness at 2Rivers and unpack what’s ahead: the Made For More initiative, the Venue @ 96 service, and a practical plan to make room for more people to meet Jesus. It’s an honest, hope-filled conversation about vision, stewardship, and inviting our church family into the journey.” Made for more landing page: https://www.2riverschurch.com/madeformore [0:00] - Welcome & Introduction Hosts Nick and Sarah welcome listeners, intro...

In this real and unscripted episode, Pastor Ron Cathcart joins Sarah to reflect on 26 years of 2Rivers Church—how it started, what’s changed, and why the mission still matters. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, how Ephesians 3:20 has shaped our vision, and what it really means to be “passionate followers of Jesus.” Ron shares about leadership transitions, being “Papa” to grandkids, and what semi-retirement looks like for someone who never planned to retire from loving Jesus and His churc...

In this episode, Nick and Sarah reflect on the heart behind our Jesus Reexamined series, exploring what it means to return to the Gospels with fresh eyes and humble hearts. They discuss the balance of grace and truth, what it practically looks like to build your life on Jesus, and why forgiveness is one of the most powerful (and difficult) ways we live out Christ’s example. With personal stories, deep theology, and honest encouragement, this episode invites you to be with Jesus, become ...

Welcome to The Passionate Podcast, where we dive into real stories of faith in action and what it means to follow Jesus passionately. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tibor and Noami from the Bartimaeus Foundation, our long-time friends and mission partners from Hungary. Their journey is a beautiful reminder of how God’s light breaks through the darkness and how a life fully surrendered to Jesus can change lives forever. Tibor shares his incredible testimony of overcoming blindness,...

In this episode of The Passionate Podcast, hosts Nick and Sarah embark on a discussion about becoming more passionate followers of Jesus Christ. They dive deep into their recent sermon series about Soul Realigned, addressing the importance of Sabbath, rest, and slowing down in our fast-paced lives. They explore practical steps for decluttering both physical spaces and mental bandwidth. They emphasize the importance of abiding in Christ, aligning our lives to produce spiritual fruit, and the n...