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Jesus | Man Born Blind
Feb 1500:33:22Tap to summarizeWeekend Scripture: John 9 If you had to pick between Jesus and everything else, which one would you choose? This week, Connor dives into the healing of the blind man as we continue our series on Jesus. We can all learn a lot from the blind man Jesus healed, but here is one takeaway: Listen to Jesus's words and follow what he said.
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Off Script | Woman At The Well
Feb 1100:34:59Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the things you're drinking from to find satisfaction only leave you more dehydrated? This week, we explore the difference between managing your thirst and finding the fountain that never runs dry. In this episode of Off Script, Neil sits down with Lydia Florence and Connor Hall to dive deeper into the narrative of the Woman at the Well. Lydia explains why this story is such a powerful revelation of Jesus' heart. The team discusses the "Lord, Liar, or Lunatic" dilemma, the practicalities of trading "salt water" habits for living water, and why your personal story, regardless of how "boring" you think it is, is a vital testimony of God's faithfulness. The ChallengeAudit your "camera roll, calendar, and bank account" this week. Identify one "well" you've been turning to for comfort or security that isn't Jesus, and consciously choose to take that need to Him in prayer first. Hosts: Neil Gregory, Lydia Florence, and Connor Hall. What We Discuss C.S. Lewis' famous "Liar, Lunatic, or Lord" quote and why Jesus doesn't leave room for neutrality. The primary ways we "drink" living water through the Bible, prayer, and community. How to find your true priorities by looking at your time, memories, and money. The danger of looking for "quick fixes" in faith versus building a long-term relationship. A practical illustration of how Jesus changes our "palate" for sin. The exegetical distinction between feeling thirst and being thirsty in a state of spiritual dryness. Why the Woman at the Well serves as the first evangelist despite her social status. Overcoming "main character disease" to see your testimony as a story about God's faithfulness. About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there's a place for everyone here. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give
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Feb 800:33:53Tap to summarizeWeekend Scripture: John 4 This week, Lydia invites us to listen in on a conversation and answer one simple question: Who is Jesus? In this week's passage, Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well and invites her to drink the living water He has to offer. We all thirst for something, though we don't always look to Jesus to quench our thirst. He invites us to stop drinking out of saltwater wells, and instead come to Him to drink living water, the "spring of water welling up to eternal life." Only Jesus can quench your thirst. Will you let Him?
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Off Script | Clearing the Temple
Feb 400:35:15Tap to summarizeWhat does it look like when Jesus gets angry and why does it matter for us? Is there a kind of anger that actually reflects the heart of God? This week on Off Script, Neil and Scott unpack the story of Jesus clearing the temple and explore what didn't make it into Sunday's sermon. The conversation moves from righteous anger to spiritual formation, from protecting the vulnerable to resisting a soft, convenience shaped faith. Along the way, they wrestle with what it means to be a church that stays centered on Jesus, no matter the cost. Challenge: Ask yourself the question Jesus presses at the end of the story: Which side of the table do you want to be on? Then take one concrete step this week toward formation over comfort, obedience over convenience, and Jesus over everything else. Hosts: Neil Gregory and Scott Nickell What We Discuss: Why Jesus' anger in the temple was intentional, not impulsive The difference between righteous anger and sinful anger What happens when we stuff anger instead of submitting it to God Being "for" people instead of merely "against" problems How neglecting righteous anger leaves the vulnerable unprotected Why following Jesus requires formation, not convenience The danger of a soft faith shaped by comfort and culture Mentoring, adoption, and showing up when it's not glamorous Keeping the church centered on a Person, not a cause or platform ⸻ About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there's a place for everyone here. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give
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Feb 100:38:43Tap to summarizeJohn 2 Weekend Scripture: John 2 This week, Scott dives into John 2:13-22, that famous passage where Jesus flips tables in the temple court. But how did He do it without sin? Listen in to learn how Jesus demonstrates righteous anger for the vulnerable, directed at anyone who dares to get between God the Father and those who want to worship Him.
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The Cutting Room Floor | Servant vs. Selfish
Oct 1500:27:55Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when the person standing in the way of spiritual growth is you? This week on The Cutting Room Floor, our hosts unpack the final week of the men’s portion of our Toy Story series with, Servant vs. Selfish, and why dying daily is the only way forward. Scott Hatfield joins Scott Nickell as they talk baptisms, cultural resistance to servant leadership, and the gritty, often unnoticed daily choices that shape a man’s character. The challenge? Die daily. Not once, not occasionally, but every single morning. Lay down your pride, your preferences, your comfort, and pick up a cross instead. Then do it again tomorrow. Hosts: Scott Hatfield and Scott Nickell ⸻ What We Discuss: What a Greek word study on “ransom” reveals about Jesus’ sacrifice Why servant leadership is a full-contact sport The difference between two kinds of tired What women are noticing and saying about this men’s series How self-worship is being reinforced by 150 years of culture Scott’s warning about pastors who deny substitutionary atonement What men must do as the women’s series begins next week ⸻ About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there’s a place for everyone here. We want what He wants: for heaven to be really crowded. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give
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Oct 1200:33:44Tap to summarizePhilippians 2:1-11 | Join us as Scott unpacks God’s intention for manhood in a sermon on being a servant versus selfish.
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The Cutting Room Floor | Protector vs. Tyrant
Oct 800:28:21Tap to summarizeWhen the battle comes to your doorstep, are you the man in the arena or just another voice from the couch? In week three of Toy Stories, Scott Nickell sat down on The Cutting Room Floor to unpack what didn’t make it into his sermon. From David’s courage to Saul’s passivity, from critics to shepherds, Scott walks through four pictures of masculinity we all live out and only one of them reflects Jesus. This week’s challenge: Ask yourself, “Who in my life is hurting because I’m not protecting them?” Then do something about it. Hosts: Neil Gregory & Scott Nickell What We Discuss: Four pictures of masculinity: the bully, the critic, the soft king, and the good shepherd Why Saul’s passivity was more dangerous than Goliath’s strength The overlooked influence of David’s older brother What it means to be the “man in between” like Jesus Warrior-poets and the power of tenderness + toughness Why initiative is central to biblical manhood Competence vs. calling: why courage matters more than skill The power of stepping up, even when you’ve failed before About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there’s a place for everyone here. We want what He wants: for heaven to be really crowded. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give
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Oct 500:33:01Tap to summarize1 Samuel 17 | Join us as Scott unpacks God’s intention for manhood in a sermon on being a protector versus tyrant.
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The Cutting Room Floor | Provider vs. Performer
Oct 100:27:44Tap to summarizeWhen it comes to manhood, are you living as a provider or just performing for the crowd? In week two of Toy Stories, Jon Weece sat down to unpack what didn’t make it into his sermon, Provider vs. Performer. From Joseph’s humility to David’s restraint, and from his father’s influence to his own lessons in leadership, Jon shares why meekness isn’t weakness, it’s strength under control.. This week’s challenge: stop trying to impress, and start serving the people God has placed in your life. Hosts: Neil Gregory & Jon Weece What We Discuss: • Joseph & David as models of humility • Lessons from Jon’s dad • The difference between pride and humility • Meekness as power under control • What to do if you didn’t have a strong father figure • Handling criticism and compliments in leadership • The nine most important words: “I was wrong. I am sorry. Please forgive me.” • Why serving is the simplest way to practice humility • Investing in younger men and discipling the next generation ⸻ About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there’s a place for everyone here. We want what He wants: for heaven to be really crowded. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give
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