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Timeless Truth with Pastor Jim Thomas
Hosted by The Village Chapel - Nashville, TN · EN
Join us for Timeless Truth with Pastor Jim Thomas. Each episode is a verse-by-verse study from the Bible—unique in its source, timeless in its truth, broad in its reach and transforming in its power.
This podcast is a resource of The Village Chapel in Nashville, TN.
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Who Art In Heaven | Rediscovering the Lord's Prayer | Episode 3
Yesterday00:15:28Tap to summarizeWhen we pray "Our Father, Who art in heaven," what does the phrase "in heaven" reveal about God? In this study, Pastor Jim Thomas breaks through our modern over-familiarity with the Lord's Prayer to examine the magnificent paradox of God's character.Unpacking three distinct realities, God's unique perspective, unalloyed purity, and sovereign power, this study reveals how a right understanding of heaven changes the way we see reality on earth. Learn why entering into a relationship with a transcendent, cosmic King is the ultimate antidote to a restless heart.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
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Is God Our Father? | Rediscovering The Lord's Prayer | Episode 2
5d ago00:12:16Tap to summarizeWhat does it truly mean to address the Almighty Creator as "Our Father"? In this study on the Timeless Truth podcast, Pastor Jim Thomas unpacks the relational and communal implications packed into the first two words of the Lord's Prayer. By examining why Jesus speaks entirely in the plural and exploring the biblical theme of spiritual adoption, this study challenges modern isolation and redeems our understanding of fatherhood. Discover the good Father who knows you completely, loves you faithfully, and welcomes you into the fellowship of His people.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
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Does Prayer Work? | Rediscovering The Lord's Prayer | Episode 1
1w ago00:11:01Tap to summarizeDoes prayer actually work? Does the Creator of the universe really hear us, and if so, what difference do our prayers make? In this study, Pastor Jim Thomas reminds us that prayer isn’t about impressing God with lofty language. It’s about communion. When we don't know what to say, Jesus has gracefully given us a model to rely on: 66 words that can realign our hearts with God.As we begin to unpack each line of The Lord’s Prayer here on Timeless Truth, we notice the opening section is all about God and it tells us that God is personal, God is preeminent, and God is powerful.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →Finding Contentment in Every Season | Philippians 4:10–23 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Mar 400:21:13Tap to summarizeWhy are so many people today chronically dissatisfied or disenchanted? In this final episode of our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ, Pastor Jim explores verses 4:10-23. We discover the secret of true contentment in every circumstance and the comfort of knowing that God will supply all of our needs.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →Rejoice Always | Philippians 4:1–9 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Mar 200:19:19Tap to summarizeAre unshakable joy and lasting peace realistic possibilities in an anxious world? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim continues our series, Philippians: The Unshakable Joy of Life in Christ, exploring verses 4:1-9. We find practical biblical wisdom for standing firm, turning worry into prayer, and dwelling on the things of God.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →The Faith to Keep Going | Philippians 3:12–21 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Feb 2500:18:55Tap to summarizeWhat keeps you going spiritually when you feel like giving up? What if spiritual tenacity is less about your willpower to hold on and more about believing in the One Who is holding on to you?Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →The Worth of Knowing Christ | Philippians 3:7–11 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Feb 2300:15:01Tap to summarizeWhat is the most important thing in your life? What do you value more than anything else?Those questions have a way of exposing what really matters to us—what we pursue, what we protect, and where we find our sense of significance, worth, and identity. In Philippians 3:7–11, we hear how the apostle Paul would answer those questions. And his answer is surprising, disarming, and deeply freeing.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →The Trap of Empty Religion | Philippians 3:1-7 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Feb 1800:12:21Tap to summarizeDo you ever get tired of religion? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas explores Philippians 3:1-6 and the danger of "meaningless rituals" or rule-following. We examine how the Apostle Paul—a man with every religious credential imaginable—renounced his own "prowess and practice" to find a preeminent value in Christ alone. Join us as we discuss how true religion begins when grace sets us free from the "red ink" of self-righteousness and allows us to rest in the finished work of Jesus.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →What are the 3 Marks of a Faithful Friend? | Philippians 2:19-30 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Feb 1600:16:45Tap to summarizeWho helps you follow Christ more faithfully? What if real friendship looks like shared sacrifice and joy? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas examines the lives of Timothy and Epaphroditus in Philippians 2:19-30. We see how selflessness, reliability, and risk-taking for the Gospel are the hallmarks of godly character and enduring friendship.Is it somebody who always tells you what you want to hear, or is there more to a good friend than that? And as regards your faith, can you name someone in your life who helps you follow Christ more faithfully?Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
Transcribe →Living With Purpose In A Dark World | Philippians 2:12-18 | Timeless Truth Podcast
Feb 1100:14:21Tap to summarizeCan one life really make a difference? What if joy and integrity are how we shine in the dark and live a life of purpose? In this episode of Timeless Truth, Pastor Jim Thomas teaches through Philippians 2:12-18. We learn how to "work out our salvation" by leaning into God’s power, enabling us to shine like Christ in a broken world.Support the showFind today's show notes.Connect With Us:Biblical Resources: Browse our 25-year study archive of sermons, podcasts, studies, worship resources and more: thevillagechapel.com/resourcesVisit Us: Join us in person in Nashville: thevillagechapel.com/visitRequest Prayer: We would love to pray for you: thevillagechapel.com/prayerSupport The Mission: Your support enables us to share the Gospel in Nashville and beyond: thevillagechapel.com/giveThe Village Chapel exists to glorify God through the teaching of His word, through heartfelt worship, and by connecting people with opportunities to live lives of real significance, serving God and their neighbors as a local community of faith.
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