Sacred Echo

SummaryIn this episode of the Sacred Echo podcast, hosts Paddy McCoy, Dave Ferguson, and Andreas Beccai discuss the significance of Christmas and its connection to the book of Revelation. They explore themes of hope, inclusion, and the overarching narrative of salvation throughout scripture. The conversation delves into the contrasts of light and darkness, the importance of community, and the invitation to the kingdom of God. The hosts emphasize the beauty of the Christmas story as a revelation of Jesus and the promise of a future filled with hope and reconciliation.

In this episode of Sacred Echo, the hosts reflect on their journey towards episode 100, discussing the creative process behind their teachings and the significance of collaboration. They delve into the themes of their Christmas series, exploring the importance of Mary's choice and how the Christmas story connects to the larger narrative of salvation. The conversation emphasizes the fullness of time in God's plan and the hope and redemption that the Christmas story brings to believers.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the transition into the Christmas season, reflecting on themes of grief, redemption, and the significance of Jesus as the King of Kings. They explore the importance of understanding God's love and the ongoing nature of Christ's sacrifice, emphasizing that God has been pursuing humanity throughout history. The conversation also touches on the idea of chasing after God versus recognizing that He is always present, inviting listeners to deepen their understanding of faith and spirituality during the holiday season.

These week, the guys conversation emphasizes the importance of sensitive storytelling, particularly when discussing traumatic subjects. They also spend time on the story of Absalom, David's son, and the choices they both made that led to Absalom's tragic end. David mourns the loss of his son, the trauma his family endured because of his choices, and reminds us to value the people we have in our lives every moment we can.

In this conversation, pastors Andreas Beccai, David Ferguson, and Paddy McCoy discuss the complexities of moral culpability and the consequences of sin, particularly in the context of the story of David and his sin with Bathsheba and her husband, Uriah the Hittite. They also look forward to see how the sins of the father, David, were past on to the children, and what happened next. God forgives, completely, but consequences still follow.

In this conversation, Pastors Andreas Beccai, Dave Ferguson, and Paddy McCoy delve into the darker aspects of human nature, discussing how easily one can slip into moral downfall. They explore how King David could go from a man after God's own heart, to being ok with murder and rape. The fall from temptation to sin is discussed, and as dark as it may seem at times, there is still hope to be found when you understand the heart of God who continues to chase after us, even when.

In this conversation, Andreas, Dave, and Paddy discuss not only the first of three difficult weeks in the It's Complicated Series on the life of David, but also the complex relationship between Christianity and politics, emphasizing the dangers of mixing the two. They argue against the commingling of faith and partisan agendas, but admit that when Jesus came to usher in the kingdom of God, in the midst of the Roman empire, there were political implications. The difference is, who or what are you focused on. At crosswalk, it always needs to be Jesus. The team also gets into what happened in David's life as he got more comfortable with power, and how he began to lose his moral compass and do the unthinkable. This is week one of a few weeks of difficult stories involving murder, rape, abuse of power, deception, and more. Please, if you are triggered by any of these topics, let us know how we can help. Peace be with you and as always, lovewell.

In this episode of the Sacred Echo Podcast, hosts Paddy McCoy, David Ferguson, and Andreas Beccai delve into the life of David, focusing on the significance of the Ark of the Covenant and the essence of true worship. They explore the dangers of packaging God for our purposes, the historical context of Adventist worship, and the leadership lessons that can be drawn from David's experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of seeking God and understanding worship as a lifestyle rather than just a musical expression.

In this episode, the hosts reflect on their previous live recording experiences and introduce the new season titled 'It's Complicated,' focusing on the complex character of David from the Bible. They discuss the importance of honest narratives, the dynamics of power, and the challenges of leadership transitions. The conversation delves into themes of grief, faithfulness, and the complexities of human stories, emphasizing the need for open discussions about mental health and the intricacies of David's journey as a leader.

Listen in on a special live recording of Crosswalk's Sacred Echo Podcast, featuring Paddy McCoy, Tim Gillespie, Dave Ferguson, and Andreas Beccai.

This week, our teaching team talks about the cursing of the fig tree, a story wedged in-between Jesus cleansing the temple and his authority being questioned. Dave, Andreas, and Paddy, explore what this particular story, interesting as it is, has to teach us about belonging, our call as communities, and the kingdom of God.

In this episode, Pastors Andreas and Paddy talked about Jesus' first recording miracle in the gospel of John, the turning of water into wine, and how that sets up the rest of His ministry, leaning into a God who is here to do something new; to celebrate and rejoice for the kingdom of God is at hand. A God of incredible abundance.

In this episode of the Sacred Echo Podcast, hosts Paddy McCoy, Andreas Beccai, and David Ferguson explore the miracles of Jesus, focusing on the story of Jesus walking on water and calming the storm. They discuss the significance of the different Gospel accounts, the importance of community in faith, and how to navigate chaos and uncertainty by pressing closer to Jesus. The conversation emphasizes the need for trust in Jesus during life's storms and the role of faith in overcoming challenges.

We begin a new series entitled Belonging SE2 WK1 with a look at what Jesus' miracle of the feeding of 5,000 found in John 6, has to teach us about belonging.

Pastors from the teaching team of Crosswalk Global discuss Week 6 of the Nehemiah series.

Pastor Paddy, Pastor Andreas, and Pastor Dave discuss Week 5 of the Nehemiah series.

Pastor Paddy shares reflections on Nehemiah.

In this episode, Pastor Dave and Pastor Paddy introduce our new series, Nehemiah.

In this episode of the Sacred Echo podcast, Timothy Gillespie, Ron Aguilera, David Ferguson, and Patty McCoy discuss various aspects of church leadership, community engagement, and the transitions occurring within their network of churches. They reflect on the importance of belonging, the challenges of evangelism, and the need for churches to adapt to better serve their communities. The conversation also touches on the upcoming leadership changes and the excitement surrounding new pastoral appointments, emphasizing the collective journey of faith and community.

In this conversation, Dave, Jon, and Tim explore various themes related to spiritual growth, including gratitude, contentment, hospitality, and the role of servant leadership. They discuss how these elements contribute to a thriving community and the importance of being present in the lives of others. The conversation also touches on the transformative power of grace and the significance of secrecy as a spiritual discipline. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the hosts emphasize the need for authentic relationships and the impact of grace in fostering a welcoming environment.