falsenoen-USEast Cobb ChurchfalseEast Cobb ChurchGEast Cobb ChurchWelcome to the weekly audio podcast for East Cobb Church in Atlanta, GA where our mission is to inspire people to follow Jesus. Our desire is that this podcast will encourage you in your relationship with God. Visit us at eastcobbchurch.org.https://storage.sardius.media/8d5F99Ed22aB004/archives/33AED33FB794dc30132A8C14304a/static/48DfB2/259f3e85a7Db.pngEast Cobb Churchhttps://storage.sardius.media/8d5F99Ed22aB004/archives/33AED33FB794dc30132A8C14304a/static/48DfB2/259f3e85a7Db.png1440144009E4F3960713c56FDD36c63F4e0D1c58C8b2F6Sun, 31 May 2026 17:49:22 GMTUnder Clear Blue Sky, Part 1: Avoiding Catastrophe // Joel ThomasChaos rarely arrives all at once. It often begins with ordinary choices that seem reasonable until the consequences finally surface.Chaos rarely arrives all at once. It often begins with ordinary choices that seem reasonable until the consequences finally surface.Avoiding CatastropheJoel Thomas00:00:0021888954f19F83C6046063AAC8DbSun, 24 May 2026 11:00:00 GMTReasons Not To Panic About Bible Skepticism - Memorial Day 2026 // Andy Stanley with John DicksonThe gap between skepticism and faith starts to close when Christianity is viewed through the lens of history. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and John Dickson, the story of Jesus is presented as something meant to be investigated, not avoided. The gap between skepticism and faith starts to close when Christianity is viewed through the lens of history. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and John Dickson, the story of Jesus is presented as something meant to be investigated, not avoided. Reasons Not To Panic About Bible Skepticism - Memorial Day 2026Andy Stanley with John Dickson00:00:00f9b4A5668A5EAAFD3f72BF693292Sun, 17 May 2026 17:48:24 GMTPrayer That Works, Part 3: Intercessory Prayer // Jamey DickensHave you ever sent someone thoughts and prayers? When someone is having a tough time, we instinctively want to help however we can, including prayer. But we don't always know how to pray or even if our prayers will make a difference. Jesus wants to change that. He is inviting us to join him in praying prayers for people that work. Join us as we learn from him how to upgrade our prayers for the people we know and love.Have you ever sent someone thoughts and prayers? When someone is having a tough time, we instinctively want to help however we can, including prayer. But we don't always know how to pray or even if our prayers will make a difference. Jesus wants to change that. He is inviting us to join him in praying prayers for people that work. Join us as we learn from him how to upgrade our prayers for the people we know and love.Intercessory PrayerJamey Dickens00:00:0080A9909013f11fF0102D985a72d5Sun, 10 May 2026 17:39:57 GMTPrayer That Works, Part 2: Listening Prayer // Jamey DickensJesus taught us to talk to God. But does God ever talk back? Is our relationship with God meant to be a monologue or a dialogue? The truth is, God is speaking, and he has something to say to you. We just have to learn to listen. Join us as we discover how to listen to God and experience more of his voice in our lives.Jesus taught us to talk to God. But does God ever talk back? Is our relationship with God meant to be a monologue or a dialogue? The truth is, God is speaking, and he has something to say to you. We just have to learn to listen. Join us as we discover how to listen to God and experience more of his voice in our lives.Listening PrayerJamey Dickens00:00:00245118B6A33F35946083E93652EESun, 03 May 2026 17:34:17 GMTPrayer That Works, Part 1: Talking Prayer // Jamey DickensWe've all been told that we should pray. And we've heard stories of it working. But for many of us, when we've tried it, we didn't get the same results. So we lost confidence. Some of us gave up. Or worse, concluded no one was there. But what if that doesn't have to be our experience? What if there is a way to pray that works? That brings us closer to God, impacts our lives, and moves things in and around us. Join us as we learn from Jesus how to pray.We've all been told that we should pray. And we've heard stories of it working. But for many of us, when we've tried it, we didn't get the same results. So we lost confidence. Some of us gave up. Or worse, concluded no one was there. But what if that doesn't have to be our experience? What if there is a way to pray that works? That brings us closer to God, impacts our lives, and moves things in and around us. Join us as we learn from Jesus how to pray.Talking PrayerJamey Dickens00:00:0086FCec7941C1D3DA464352162575Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:18:08 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 3: A Rule // Andy StanleyHealthy relationships aren’t built on rules, but they can’t survive without a particular one. And it’s a rule that removes every loophole.Healthy relationships aren’t built on rules, but they can’t survive without a particular one. And it’s a rule that removes every loophole.A RuleAndy Stanley00:00:00F68D4D78AF7aAb05E8fB94c665E2Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:07:55 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 2: A Posture // Andy StanleyThe secret to stronger relationships isn’t being understood, but choosing to put someone else first, even when they don’t deserve it.The secret to stronger relationships isn’t being understood, but choosing to put someone else first, even when they don’t deserve it.A PostureAndy Stanley00:00:007E69B99f97183E7Df73ca26213bASun, 12 Apr 2026 17:57:36 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 1: A Confession // Andy StanleyEvery conflict feels like it’s about what someone else did, but the real source runs deeper and it’s hard to admit.Every conflict feels like it’s about what someone else did, but the real source runs deeper and it’s hard to admit.A ConfessionAndy Stanley00:42:00DC329cBB51DBF26F0C5B77E3d7DdSun, 05 Apr 2026 19:14:07 GMTEaster 2026 // Jamey DickensWhen we read the Easter story, we're left asking the question. "What happened?" There are ripples in history that all trace back to one day: the day eye witnesses saw Jesus risen from the dead. It's the event that is the epicenter of our faith, and one, that if we let it, could change our lives. Easter isn't just historical. It's personal.When we read the Easter story, we're left asking the question. "What happened?" There are ripples in history that all trace back to one day: the day eye witnesses saw Jesus risen from the dead. It's the event that is the epicenter of our faith, and one, that if we let it, could change our lives. Easter isn't just historical. It's personal.Easter 2026Jamey Dickens00:00:0061a3B57042A449F6C10D304480E3Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:39:00 GMTThe Silence of Good FridayJoin us as we reflect on the importance of Good Friday and journey alongside a few of the characters who witnessed these events first hand.Join us as we reflect on the importance of Good Friday and journey alongside a few of the characters who witnessed these events first hand.The Silence of Good FridayJamey Dickens00:00:00a12eE951375293E10D63E7Fe19F4Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:21:52 GMTMake Room For More // Jamey DickensDiscover the story that God wants to tell as we move into our new building and how he is inviting us to make room for more!Discover the story that God wants to tell as we move into our new building and how he is inviting us to make room for more!Make Room For MoreJamey Dickens00:00:00d0DeF25F3D44E9911b917719e8F4Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:12:37 GMTInflection Point, Part 4: A Parable // Andy StanleyJesus regularly challenged people’s assumptions about both wealth and eternity, and when he did so it revealed that the way we handle what’s temporary points to what we truly believe is permanent.Jesus regularly challenged people’s assumptions about both wealth and eternity, and when he did so it revealed that the way we handle what’s temporary points to what we truly believe is permanent.A ParableAndy Stanley00:00:006C85070230cC002F5DaDe42f40FDSun, 15 Mar 2026 16:56:31 GMTInflection Point, Part 3: Pouring Out // Andy StanleyMany people experience faith primarily as something they attend or consume. But the moments that deepen faith most often come when we begin giving it away.Many people experience faith primarily as something they attend or consume. But the moments that deepen faith most often come when we begin giving it away.Pouring OutAndy Stanley00:38:29F3596553C992d243e9582F05533DSun, 08 Mar 2026 17:44:55 GMTInflection Point, Part 2: Pathway to Prosperity // Joel ThomasIt’s easy to assume that prosperity leads to generosity. But many times the opposite is true—generosity becomes the turning point that leads to prosperity.It’s easy to assume that prosperity leads to generosity. But many times the opposite is true—generosity becomes the turning point that leads to prosperity.Pathway to ProsperityJoel Thomas00:00:007E8b29A64606F0FEDF6157B2C5AaSun, 01 Mar 2026 19:10:25 GMTInflection Point, Part 1: Halfway There // Andy StanleyOne year ago, we kicked off our generosity initiative across our Atlanta-area churches. What if we’re not just making progress—but crossing into a defining moment?One year ago, we kicked off our generosity initiative across our Atlanta-area churches. What if we’re not just making progress—but crossing into a defining moment?Halfway ThereAndy Stanley00:00:00e12F43ED70ADe268b4D9C3286CBBSun, 22 Feb 2026 19:59:43 GMTLegacy, Part 3: Handing Off // Jamey DickensEvery great relay race requires a great handoff. In the same way, a great legacy can't just be prepared, it has to be passed. Discover the three parts of the perfect pass that will ensure you successfully hand off what God has given you to those running behind you.Every great relay race requires a great handoff. In the same way, a great legacy can't just be prepared, it has to be passed. Discover the three parts of the perfect pass that will ensure you successfully hand off what God has given you to those running behind you.Handing OffJamey Dickens00:00:00156dEA47A87C0A0A01393E121495Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:47:52 GMTLegacy, Part 2: Continuing On // Jamey DickensLegacy is something that compounds over time. We have four choices that will ensure that the lives we live today will leave a legacy for tomorrow.Legacy is something that compounds over time. We have four choices that will ensure that the lives we live today will leave a legacy for tomorrow.Continuing OnJamey Dickens00:00:005A584B486Cd6D056B7e25E09E9cFSun, 08 Feb 2026 19:30:28 GMTLegacy, Part 1: Passing Through // Jamey DickensAny conversation about what we pass on to others has to start with what others have passed on to us. What do we do with what we were handed? And what do we do when what we were handed isn't what we would have chosen?Any conversation about what we pass on to others has to start with what others have passed on to us. What do we do with what we were handed? And what do we do when what we were handed isn't what we would have chosen?Passing ThroughJamey Dickens00:00:00BA741881be37220f5B2683F453a7Sun, 01 Feb 2026 18:16:45 GMTPeople Looking for PurposeWe often assume purpose requires perfection, while Jesus points to a kind of completeness that comes through growth, not flawlessness.We often assume purpose requires perfection, while Jesus points to a kind of completeness that comes through growth, not flawlessness.People Looking for PurposeJoel Thomas00:00:0085EbDD407eECBAf2426E7A78F338Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:46:52 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 3: People Looking for Answers // Andy StanleyIn a world full of opinions and advice, where do we go when our questions are personal, painful, and unresolved?In a world full of opinions and advice, where do we go when our questions are personal, painful, and unresolved?People Looking for AnswersAndy Stanley00:00:00315F3e4323BE2A00F7C16022B18ASun, 11 Jan 2026 18:37:15 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 2: People Looking for Help // Joel ThomasPeople aren’t avoiding church because they don’t have needs, but because they’re unsure church is a safe place to be honest about them.People aren’t avoiding church because they don’t have needs, but because they’re unsure church is a safe place to be honest about them.People Looking for HelpJoel Thomas00:00:00D97DC5366e9765a58DaC8113F193Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:16:29 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 1: I Did, I Do, and You Do Too! // Andy StanleyWe take values like human dignity, compassion, and justice for granted today, but they only feel obvious because the church first introduced them.We take values like human dignity, compassion, and justice for granted today, but they only feel obvious because the church first introduced them.I Did, I Do, and You Do Too!Andy Stanley00:00:00EdD9711AD810Fc2eA45daDeBD363Thu, 25 Dec 2025 00:10:27 GMTSo Close // Jamey DickensAgainst all odds, contrary to what everyone though possible, on Christmas, God came close.Against all odds, contrary to what everyone though possible, on Christmas, God came close.So CloseJamey Dickens00:00:00632c95EFD4BC59839acD6Fb688A3Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:30:10 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 3: Christmas Invite // Andy StanleyChristmas marks the arrival of a solution to an unsolvable problem—how to stand before God when obedience isn't good enough.Christmas marks the arrival of a solution to an unsolvable problem—how to stand before God when obedience isn't good enough.Christmas InviteAndy Stanley00:00:0091E7aa61D2B6D3D8E7c623073358Sun, 14 Dec 2025 18:39:01 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 2: An Unexpected Guest // Andy StanleyNo one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.An Unexpected GuestAndy Stanley00:00:008A7bDA5Cc503ded9CD463E0C0355Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:36:21 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 1: When God Arrives Ahead of Time // Andy Stanley with Steve CussIt’s common to feel a tug-of-war between inner anxiety and recognizing God’s nearness. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and Steve Cuss, we’re invited to consider some false needs that may be steering our reactions.It’s common to feel a tug-of-war between inner anxiety and recognizing God’s nearness. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and Steve Cuss, we’re invited to consider some false needs that may be steering our reactions.When God Arrives Ahead of TimeAndy Stanley with Steve Cuss00:00:00D9E60A14Bd80D734EFF6fd400722Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:32:58 GMTRedefining Messiah // Andy StanleyFirst-century Israel expected a king who would overthrow Rome. Jesus offered a kingdom far bigger—and he had to redefine “Messiah” before they could see it.First-century Israel expected a king who would overthrow Rome. Jesus offered a kingdom far bigger—and he had to redefine “Messiah” before they could see it.Redefining MessiahAndy Stanley00:00:0085324147eA8e6112d674F69229C1Sun, 23 Nov 2025 22:25:00 GMTAsking For A Friend, Part 3: Is Jesus Who He Said He Was? // Jamey DickensMost people agree that Jesus was a good teacher and a kind man. But Christians claim something far greater—that he was God in the flesh. In this message, we’ll explore the evidence behind that claim and consider what it could mean for our lives today.Most people agree that Jesus was a good teacher and a kind man. But Christians claim something far greater—that he was God in the flesh. In this message, we’ll explore the evidence behind that claim and consider what it could mean for our lives today.Is Jesus Who He Said He Was?Jamey Dickens00:00:003A6CFB77E97A97EC977DBFF71297Sun, 16 Nov 2025 19:06:31 GMTAsking For A Friend, Part 2: Is God Good? // Jamey DickensEveryone says God is good—but my life is full of things that aren’t. So how do those two things fit together? In this message, we’ll look at how God relates to pain and evil and whether we can really trust him to do what’s right.Everyone says God is good—but my life is full of things that aren’t. So how do those two things fit together? In this message, we’ll look at how God relates to pain and evil and whether we can really trust him to do what’s right.Is God Good?Jamey Dickens00:00:0024FF5C9Dc7d659C78AFD2Bc45565Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:41:04 GMTAsking For A Friend, Part 1: Is There a God? // Jamey DickensI can’t see God, hear him, or touch him—so how can I know he’s really there? This is the first question of faith and maybe the biggest one of all. In this message, we’ll explore evidence for God’s existence and discover how we can personally experience him in our lives.I can’t see God, hear him, or touch him—so how can I know he’s really there? This is the first question of faith and maybe the biggest one of all. In this message, we’ll explore evidence for God’s existence and discover how we can personally experience him in our lives.Is There a God?Jamey Dickens00:00:0085925E3769FfFD08D38579C8fA2cSun, 02 Nov 2025 19:02:18 GMTNot Coming Down // Andy StanleyWe set out to build a church where the convinced and the curious could belong.We set out to build a church where the convinced and the curious could belong.Not Coming DownAndy Stanley00:00:00077EC5F2B4bE148146785754E609Sun, 26 Oct 2025 18:28:02 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 3: Playing God // Andy StanleyIt’s one thing to trust God when you’ve lost control; it’s another to resist acting like God once you’ve gained it.It’s one thing to trust God when you’ve lost control; it’s another to resist acting like God once you’ve gained it.Playing GodAndy Stanley00:00:0074c8a9A8F7DdE475C425B40833daSun, 19 Oct 2025 17:35:26 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 2: Bad to Badder // Andy StanleyWhen life goes from bad to worse, will you simply react—or respond as if God is still with you?When life goes from bad to worse, will you simply react—or respond as if God is still with you?Bad to BadderAndy Stanley00:00:00E30D7BC0F92b530E967661Aa714ESun, 12 Oct 2025 17:41:57 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 1: God of the Pit // Andy StanleyYour life isn’t defined by what’s been done to you, but by how you choose to respond—especially when every instinct says to react.Your life isn’t defined by what’s been done to you, but by how you choose to respond—especially when every instinct says to react.God of the PitAndy Stanley00:00:0046DCD116AE3DDA1A7659DE71C20CSun, 05 Oct 2025 18:52:51 GMTBe Rich - Serve // Jamey DickensThere are a lot of things in life that make us say that. Somebody should do something! God should do something! But what if God is doing something, and his plan involves you and me. Join us as we discover Gods plan for helping a world in need.There are a lot of things in life that make us say that. Somebody should do something! God should do something! But what if God is doing something, and his plan involves you and me. Join us as we discover Gods plan for helping a world in need.Be Rich - ServeJamey Dickens00:51:559492eAEcc4D0CDAD0CcC9348CBAFSun, 28 Sep 2025 17:38:42 GMTWorth The Wait, Part 3: His Will, His Way // Joel ThomasThe hardest part of waiting isn’t always the delay itself. Sometimes it’s the uncertainty of why God seems absent when we need him most.The hardest part of waiting isn’t always the delay itself. Sometimes it’s the uncertainty of why God seems absent when we need him most.His Will, His WayJoel Thomas00:00:00644589e7BF00475012Bc4D4e617ASun, 21 Sep 2025 17:44:00 GMTWorth The Wait, Part 2: Peace-filled Dependence // Joel ThomasWe’re convinced that if we just do the right things, life will turn out the way we want—but what do you do when the formula breaks and you’re left waiting, powerless, and discontent?We’re convinced that if we just do the right things, life will turn out the way we want—but what do you do when the formula breaks and you’re left waiting, powerless, and discontent?Peace-filled DependenceJoel Thomas00:00:00352dB7595Fa18986DC1f388086FASun, 14 Sep 2025 17:32:45 GMTWorth The Wait, Part 1: Your Future Self // Joel ThomasOur biology and culture push us toward impatience, but God calls us to trust that what he’s doing in us is worth the wait.Our biology and culture push us toward impatience, but God calls us to trust that what he’s doing in us is worth the wait.Your Future SelfJoel Thomas00:00:00CFBc307D2ED771351aCBA8fD5CE9Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:58:04 GMTBe Rich 2025: A Conversation with Bruce Deel // Andy Stanley and Bruce DeelAndy Stanley’s conversation with Bruce Deel highlights the inspiring work of City of Refuge, a Be Rich partner dedicated to moving people from crisis to independence.Andy Stanley’s conversation with Bruce Deel highlights the inspiring work of City of Refuge, a Be Rich partner dedicated to moving people from crisis to independence.Be Rich 2025: A Conversation with Bruce DeelAndy Stanley & Bruce Deel00:00:00F0D55bDA4856457587BCE5B01FD7Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:24:44 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 4: Don't Miss Great // Andy StanleyNot everyone will have the opportunity to be famous, but everyone has the opportunity to be great.Not everyone will have the opportunity to be famous, but everyone has the opportunity to be great.Don't Miss GreatAndy Stanley00:00:00cCB884753070BCEB310D9eC3e6B6Sun, 24 Aug 2025 18:12:05 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 3: Family // Andy StanleyFamily can be both the most rewarding and most challenging part of life. The challenge is accepting the messy “real” while still aiming for God’s “ideal.”Family can be both the most rewarding and most challenging part of life. The challenge is accepting the messy “real” while still aiming for God’s “ideal.”FamilyAndy Stanley00:00:00fAB2BDB2D1474CC1999828b678c7Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:28:46 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 2: Jesus // Andy StanleyPeople miss or dismiss Jesus sometimes, but when they do it’s usually for an unnecessary reason.People miss or dismiss Jesus sometimes, but when they do it’s usually for an unnecessary reason.JesusAndy Stanley00:00:0099A4833a1CFb419acE006c4F4C06Sun, 10 Aug 2025 17:34:09 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 1: Future Proof // Andy StanleyWe don’t miss out in life because opportunities aren’t there—we miss out because we let deception, distraction, or disobedience rob us of them.We don’t miss out in life because opportunities aren’t there—we miss out because we let deception, distraction, or disobedience rob us of them.Future ProofAndy Stanley00:00:0015A36218B1D0B2EfFE3959B78320Sun, 03 Aug 2025 18:58:09 GMTGroups: Find Your Few // Jamey DickensCommunity is where life and faith get practical, personal and powerful. Find your few in a community group.Community is where life and faith get practical, personal and powerful. Find your few in a community group.Groups: Find Your FewJamey Dickens00:00:00029e4Fe8FD7D851EC28FED99FEe0Sun, 27 Jul 2025 18:42:36 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 6 // John McCulloughThe name of Jesus is our source of power, salvation and connection to God.The name of Jesus is our source of power, salvation and connection to God.What A Beautiful NameJohn McCullough00:00:000751881850F4777Cf1bdBE6FCC07Sun, 20 Jul 2025 18:00:18 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 5: It Is Well // Jamey DickensEven when things aren’t going well, it is still possible to sing “It is well with my soul."Even when things aren’t going well, it is still possible to sing “It is well with my soul."It Is WellJamey Dickens00:00:002aA965201827487c854301E07d2bSun, 13 Jul 2025 20:40:22 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 4 // Jamey DickensWhat are you living for and is it worthy?What are you living for and is it worthy?Who ElseJamey Dickens00:00:000981D76AFFF70D1d8E4320F7f3ACSun, 06 Jul 2025 18:02:38 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 3: Battle Belongs // Andy StanleyWhen we choose to fight our battles on our knees, we surrender control and invite God to do what only he can do.When we choose to fight our battles on our knees, we surrender control and invite God to do what only he can do.Battle BelongsAndy Stanley00:00:00D62E53F4b54152F22D29065EC553Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:54:51 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 2: God Is Love // Andy StanleyWhatever picture we have of God isn’t enough.Whatever picture we have of God isn’t enough.God Is LoveAndy Stanley00:00:0010c147157a92c2e3B9dF9C9093bDSun, 22 Jun 2025 18:09:40 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 1: Bigger Than I Thought // Andy StanleyWhen we see God for who he is, we’re able to trust him even deeper.When we see God for who he is, we’re able to trust him even deeper.Bigger Than I ThoughtAndy Stanley00:00:006b2BEcfA3a0561f53D45e1D70C43Sun, 15 Jun 2025 17:55:03 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 3: Depending // Joel ThomasOur trials, temptations, and tension shape us—and they have a way of revealing who or what we’re truly depending on.Our trials, temptations, and tension shape us—and they have a way of revealing who or what we’re truly depending on.DependingJoel Thomas00:00:0043B1C764D9818C669EF1704F17FBSun, 08 Jun 2025 17:35:50 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 2: In & Around // Joel ThomasDuring trials, our tendency is to ask God to change what’s going on around us. But God is more interested in transforming what’s going on in us.During trials, our tendency is to ask God to change what’s going on around us. But God is more interested in transforming what’s going on in us.In & AroundJoel Thomas00:00:0020EC6174bdC9949aE80641C05C43Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:28:54 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 1: Choosing Hard // Joel ThomasThe easy path is tempting, but God often does his greatest work on the hard road—where faith, obedience, and courage grow.The easy path is tempting, but God often does his greatest work on the hard road—where faith, obedience, and courage grow.Choosing HardJoel Thomas00:00:00beC72502F228F3B87FAe93968166Sun, 25 May 2025 06:16:00 GMTStory of David - Memorial Day 2025 // Jamey DickensStory of David - Memorial Day 2025Jamey Dickens00:00:00c9609a08AD7B45921d15Ac05745aSun, 18 May 2025 17:27:16 GMTStories, Part 3 // Jamey DickensPart 3Jamey Dickens00:00:00EBeF42d437f2C91E76590A261DeBSun, 11 May 2025 17:36:59 GMTStories, Part 2 // Dane VikerPart 2Dane Viker00:00:002985DBD5F718982bEf8E4C6954BDSun, 04 May 2025 17:22:41 GMTStories, Part 4: Jacob and Esau // Jamey DickensIn part 1, we will learn about Jacob and Esau and the bowl of stew that changed history.In part 1, we will learn about Jacob and Esau and the bowl of stew that changed history.Jacob and EsauJamey Dickens00:00:006DB59DF99a6D27fC7cd099C5653dSun, 27 Apr 2025 17:19:50 GMTGrace & Truth: The Beach Version // Andy StanleyGod doesn’t size you up and write you off—and neither should you. In God's eyes, you're invited to move forward, not remain stuck in the past.God doesn’t size you up and write you off—and neither should you. In God's eyes, you're invited to move forward, not remain stuck in the past.Grace & Truth: The Beach VersionAndy Stanley00:00:006C58213D78859C99AD73A7e872FFSun, 20 Apr 2025 18:34:28 GMTEaster with East Cobb Church // Jamey DickensEaster with East Cobb ChurchJamey Dickens00:00:00d92E001714EB75E39Db108036439Sun, 13 Apr 2025 17:30:37 GMTDeath Of A King // Andy StanleyDeath had the last word because death was the consequence of sin—but not anymore. Jesus, God’s final King, crushed both sin and death and invites us to reign in life through him.Death had the last word because death was the consequence of sin—but not anymore. Jesus, God’s final King, crushed both sin and death and invites us to reign in life through him.Death Of A KingAndy Stanley00:00:005814B473DcF220EEEB101930C31cSun, 06 Apr 2025 17:35:04 GMTDeath To The King // Andy StanleyAs followers of Jesus, we have all wrestled with the same tension at some point: we all want to be saved, but we don't always want to submit. In this message, we talk about the difference between "Jesus the Savior" and "Jesus the King" and why it's the most important thing.As followers of Jesus, we have all wrestled with the same tension at some point: we all want to be saved, but we don't always want to submit. In this message, we talk about the difference between "Jesus the Savior" and "Jesus the King" and why it's the most important thing.Death To The KingAndy Stanley00:00:00B944eC904D6A352bADb7b484De9aSun, 30 Mar 2025 17:15:18 GMTPeace is Possible // Jamey DickensThe fast pace of life and the unpredictability of our circumstances sometimes make it hard to find peace. Learn how God wants to make peace possible in our lives.The fast pace of life and the unpredictability of our circumstances sometimes make it hard to find peace. Learn how God wants to make peace possible in our lives.Peace is PossibleJamey Dickens00:00:00E51e5c46F26977971FC2d9D2AE4aSun, 23 Mar 2025 18:21:01 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 5: Just Because // Andy StanleyBefore inviting Peter to follow him, Jesus asked Peter to “put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” After a night of fishing with no success and despite his reservations, Peter agreed: “But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” At some point, every Jesus follower will face their own “because you say so” moment. Like Peter, we won’t know what hangs in the balance or our decision. It’s better to find out than miss out. Ready to engage in Deeper/Wider? We in invite you to make a commitment at DeeperWider.com/commit.Before inviting Peter to follow him, Jesus asked Peter to “put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” After a night of fishing with no success and despite his reservations, Peter agreed: “But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” At some point, every Jesus follower will face their own “because you say so” moment. Like Peter, we won’t know what hangs in the balance or our decision. It’s better to find out than miss out. Ready to engage in Deeper/Wider? We in invite you to make a commitment at DeeperWider.com/commit.Just BecauseAndy Stanley00:00:00eeb5c4442dF95C7E351D9AB7D423Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:49:31 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 4: Obstacles // Joel ThomasAll of us face obstacles to generosity. The common denominator for our obstacles is a desire for more. The apostle Paul taught that true wealth isn't found in accumulation but in contentment. And he shows what it looks like to place our hope not in riches but in God who richly provides.All of us face obstacles to generosity. The common denominator for our obstacles is a desire for more. The apostle Paul taught that true wealth isn't found in accumulation but in contentment. And he shows what it looks like to place our hope not in riches but in God who richly provides.ObstaclesJoel Thomas00:00:00C589C06386AB3A291F3fF2187310Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:14:30 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 3: The Plan // Andy StanleyEveryone has a generosity plan, but most people prioritize spending first and leave giving as an afterthought. Jesus flipped the script on that approach with “Seek ye first” living. Embracing this financial template is a tangible expression of submission to our King.Everyone has a generosity plan, but most people prioritize spending first and leave giving as an afterthought. Jesus flipped the script on that approach with “Seek ye first” living. Embracing this financial template is a tangible expression of submission to our King.The PlanAndy Stanley00:00:000EF1519349A8309431BE60f0C51ESun, 02 Mar 2025 18:37:51 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 2: Defining Terms // Andy StanleyJesus redefined generosity—not as spontaneous or sparing, but as intentional and prioritized. His approach ensures we don’t put our trust in riches but in God who richly provides. Choosing to follow his definition of generosity results in greater impact, less worry, more joy, and more peace.Jesus redefined generosity—not as spontaneous or sparing, but as intentional and prioritized. His approach ensures we don’t put our trust in riches but in God who richly provides. Choosing to follow his definition of generosity results in greater impact, less worry, more joy, and more peace.Defining TermsAndy Stanley00:00:007236A71002F00b6B6df52D30fEfdSun, 23 Feb 2025 19:03:51 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 1: Everything // Andy StanleyBiblical generosity is informed and fueled by the acknowledgment that God owns it all. We are simply managers. When we adopt that posture, we view everything we “own” as a potential tool to further the agenda of our King. We will give first and adjust our lifestyle accordingly. Christians who adopt this perspective as the organizing principle for their personal finances find it easier to surrender the other components of their life as well. As Jesus made clear, the number one competitor for our devotion to God is our devotion to more. More money and more things. Biblical generosity is informed and fueled by the acknowledgment that God owns it all. We are simply managers. When we adopt that posture, we view everything we “own” as a potential tool to further the agenda of our King. We will give first and adjust our lifestyle accordingly. Christians who adopt this perspective as the organizing principle for their personal finances find it easier to surrender the other components of their life as well. As Jesus made clear, the number one competitor for our devotion to God is our devotion to more. More money and more things. EverythingAndy Stanley00:00:00575A74928F40E03e29FF464DB58ESun, 16 Feb 2025 18:32:24 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 5: Unstoppable // Andy StanleyJesus’s kingdom is not advanced by force, but over time through transformed lives. We are invited to participate in its expansion.Jesus’s kingdom is not advanced by force, but over time through transformed lives. We are invited to participate in its expansion.UnstoppableAndy Stanley00:00:0031C7F4F15EF79D3F2654D68004C1Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:59:23 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 4: Fight Like the King // Andy StanleyThe fight of faith is about becoming more like Jesus, not about defeating enemies.The fight of faith is about becoming more like Jesus, not about defeating enemies.Fight Like the KingAndy Stanley00:00:00f9439D5849C3196d37d960389f71Sun, 02 Feb 2025 19:35:20 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 3 // Jamey DickensPart 3Jamey Dickens00:00:003Cd7CE4167CBD4AF32CCD26F7341Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:49:58 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 2: Reclaiming the Plotline // Andy StanleyThe term "Christ" was originally a royal title meaning "Anointed One" or “King,” not a name. And the message of the Gospel is not just about personal salvation, but about aligning with the reign of Jesus as King.The term "Christ" was originally a royal title meaning "Anointed One" or “King,” not a name. And the message of the Gospel is not just about personal salvation, but about aligning with the reign of Jesus as King.Reclaiming the PlotlineAndy Stanley00:00:001DFAD46Ed1f81CBA0A286538998ESun, 19 Jan 2025 18:33:39 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 1: Lost in Translation // Andy StanleyIf we re-center our faith around the arrival of a King rather than a ticket to heaven, we will discover why his arrival and his kingdom is good news for all people.If we re-center our faith around the arrival of a King rather than a ticket to heaven, we will discover why his arrival and his kingdom is good news for all people.Lost in TranslationAndy Stanley00:00:00169C771cAA2550f6632B21FdCa1ASun, 05 Jan 2025 19:43:29 GMTMade for More // Andy StanleyJust as the apostle Paul wrote to the Jesus followers in Ephesus, you were made for something more than yourself. You are God’s workmanship, and you’ve got something to offer God’s Kingdom.Just as the apostle Paul wrote to the Jesus followers in Ephesus, you were made for something more than yourself. You are God’s workmanship, and you’ve got something to offer God’s Kingdom.Made for MoreAndy Stanley00:00:00De7BEE7E2B42030C39a4b0313098Sun, 29 Dec 2024 19:30:00 GMTPlanting Seeds // Joel ThomasWe have the power to influence the posture of our heart — but how?We have the power to influence the posture of our heart — but how?Planting SeedsJoel Thomas00:00:0069bC9AAc135c53A1345B5411d503Sun, 22 Dec 2024 20:49:45 GMTPrepare Him Room // Jamey DickensOn Christmas, God gave the world the most extraordinary gift ever given: His son Jesus. This Sunday we’ll explore how to make room in our lives for all God has for us this Christmas season.On Christmas, God gave the world the most extraordinary gift ever given: His son Jesus. This Sunday we’ll explore how to make room in our lives for all God has for us this Christmas season.Prepare Him RoomJamey Dickens00:00:006Bd265FC1C79F4F4A45154033037Sun, 15 Dec 2024 19:01:20 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 3: Misfits & Embarrassments // Andy StanleyThe lineage of Jesus is full of people with stories that would make anyone blush, including the likes of King David and Lot’s daughters. But in spite of jaw-dropping choices people made, God’s purposes marched forward. The lineage of Jesus is full of people with stories that would make anyone blush, including the likes of King David and Lot’s daughters. But in spite of jaw-dropping choices people made, God’s purposes marched forward. Misfits & EmbarrassmentsAndy Stanley00:00:00b0800f06CB74b90a294ED753e4b6Sun, 08 Dec 2024 18:37:17 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 2: Party Crasher // Andy StanleyRahab is one of a few people in the lineage of Jesus that wasn’t Jewish — she was a Canaanite. Not to mention, she was a prostitute. But neither of those things kept her from being used by God in an incredible way.Rahab is one of a few people in the lineage of Jesus that wasn’t Jewish — she was a Canaanite. Not to mention, she was a prostitute. But neither of those things kept her from being used by God in an incredible way.Party CrasherAndy Stanley00:00:002F2F2D4Ec3f307F22c97Ce917e72Sun, 01 Dec 2024 18:26:46 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 1: The Back Story // Andy StanleyThe story of Judah and Tamar is probably not one we would have mentioned if we were the ones telling the back story of Jesus’s ancestors. However, many times God’s story highlights the unlikely and the undeserving.The story of Judah and Tamar is probably not one we would have mentioned if we were the ones telling the back story of Jesus’s ancestors. However, many times God’s story highlights the unlikely and the undeserving.The Back StoryAndy Stanley00:00:002FcB77FD06C01A2156E665D7617aSun, 24 Nov 2024 19:43:23 GMTKingdom of Heaven, Part 3 // Jamey DickensPart 3Jamey Dickens00:00:005C77585B321EbE79AC2E55dBB125Sun, 17 Nov 2024 19:03:58 GMTKingdom of Heaven, Part 2 // Dane VikerPart 2Dane Viker00:00:008E138344172e89BDF35653852AF5Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:15:40 GMTKingdom of Heaven, Part 1 // Jamey DickensPart 1Jamey Dickens00:00:00C49D3D854CE3D78d9C6Ba1AC5716Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:07:47 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 4: In the Zone // Andy StanleyWhile we can't predict when miracles happen, there is a posture we can take that increases the chances of God doing a supernatural work within us.While we can't predict when miracles happen, there is a posture we can take that increases the chances of God doing a supernatural work within us.In the ZoneAndy Stanley00:00:00B249e23C9a82e13C32896F5449cFSun, 27 Oct 2024 17:23:24 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 3: Don't Lost Hope // Joel ThomasOur circumstances don’t define how God feels about us. So how do we navigate those circumstances when we don’t get the miracle?Our circumstances don’t define how God feels about us. So how do we navigate those circumstances when we don’t get the miracle?Don't Lose HopeJoel Thomas00:00:003CF9a09124A4B76E2776E181D080Sun, 20 Oct 2024 17:21:52 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 2: Mystery and Inconsistency // Andy StanleyMiracles are at God’s discretion to further God’s purposes. Miracles are at God’s discretion to further God’s purposes. Mystery and InconsistencyAndy Stanley00:00:004b309CD0d754F3dB8C28d016577ESun, 13 Oct 2024 17:52:18 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 1: Who Needs 'Em // Andy StanleyThe miracle of the universe is the foundation of our faith in God, but a different miracle is the foundation of our faith in Jesus.The miracle of the universe is the foundation of our faith in God, but a different miracle is the foundation of our faith in Jesus.Who Needs 'EmAndy Stanley00:00:0003C2CC27449EE1d96DB9c523f54aSun, 06 Oct 2024 21:53:36 GMTBe Rich: Uncomfortably Close // Andy StanleyServing people with different lived experiences is one of the primary things God uses to fine-tune our worldview.Serving people with different lived experiences is one of the primary things God uses to fine-tune our worldview.Uncomfortably CloseAndy Stanley00:00:0053E5dD92969603E9CF6aFF4A80cBSun, 29 Sep 2024 18:16:44 GMTStories, Part 3 // Jamey DickensPart 3Jamey Dickens00:00:004845d83Ae1d2190D26dD9DC61aeDSun, 22 Sep 2024 18:51:49 GMTStories, Part 2 // Jamey DickensPart 2Jamey Dickens00:00:002Bd41C445E7724b738F154C848f2Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:27:22 GMTStories, Part 1 // Jamey DickensPart 1Jamey Dickens00:00:0048D24d76899ECC1258F01b892023Sun, 08 Sep 2024 17:38:53 GMTBe Rich: Making History // Andy StanleySince 2007, our Be Rich campaign has been making the world an even better place. After all, devotion to God is best demonstrated and authenticated through love for others.Since 2007, our Be Rich campaign has been making the world an even better place. After all, devotion to God is best demonstrated and authenticated through love for others.Making HistoryAndy Stanley00:00:0052C69D2D9900b68c40A7bC777651Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:47:42 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 4: The Me You Can't See // Andy StanleyWe must take responsibility for the me nobody can see.We must take responsibility for the me nobody can see.The Me You Can't SeeAndy Stanley00:00:00BD493156F3Efbf9EE484470275B4Sun, 25 Aug 2024 17:37:51 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 3: Here Today, Here Tomorrow // Andy StanleyOur choices today will leave our loved ones with one of two things in the future: a burden or a blessing.Our choices today will leave our loved ones with one of two things in the future: a burden or a blessing.Here Today, Here TomorrowAndy Stanley00:00:001C52800B4Bad63917E2b70d795C7Sun, 18 Aug 2024 17:59:51 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 2: Looking Back // Andy StanleySometimes we have to go back to move forward.Sometimes we have to go back to move forward.Looking BackAndy Stanley00:00:001F45849e2599C7535a4407353cDcSun, 11 Aug 2024 17:39:28 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 1: Your Invitation to Super // Andy StanleyYour irresponsibility will eventually become somebody else's responsibility.Your irresponsibility will eventually become somebody else's responsibility.Your Invitation to SuperAndy Stanley00:00:00a7bF6f9B327Aad0D8bCEB857Ac5FSun, 04 Aug 2024 17:58:38 GMTUnmistakable, Unshakable // Andy StanleyWe are far more likely to develop meaningful faith when people of faith surround us.We are far more likely to develop meaningful faith when people of faith surround us.Unmistakable, UnshakableAndy Stanley00:00:00E9f3037C0fb5D4BD94B8C5151ce7Sun, 28 Jul 2024 19:53:01 GMTGames We Play, Part 4 // Jamey DickensPart 4Jamey Dickens00:00:00D2B5968A2B4015EF307AeA68CEf6Sun, 21 Jul 2024 19:11:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 3 // Jamey DickensPart 3Jamey Dickens00:00:00a468af4B05F4A8fDE3D4e7d8F001Sun, 14 Jul 2024 17:54:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 2 // Jamey DickensPart 2Jamey Dickens00:00:00DF09bD0C1CA87101FC79516F45CESun, 07 Jul 2024 18:16:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 1: The Honor Game // Andy StanleyA game that requires a loser is a game nobody wins.A game that requires a loser is a game nobody wins.The Honor GameAndy Stanley00:00:009680AB15bE8D1A5039620AE5DC41Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:38:00 GMTBroken and Grateful // Andy StanleyWe can disagree culturally and politically, and still love unconditionally.We can disagree culturally and politically, and still love unconditionally.Broken and GratefulAndy Stanley00:00:00