Compass Church Podcast

We all want to be sure of our beliefs, especially when it comes to life's big questions. But what happens when our certainty leads to disagreements, especially in religion? Join us as we unravel this common theme and delve into whether certainty is always a good thing. Discover Jesus' perspective on religious certainty and how it influences our daily lives. Matthew 22:41-46 | Chris

In today's world, we often find ourselves on different sides of various issues. For every belief you have, there is someone who has an opposing viewpoint. Whether those differences are moral, religious, or political, there always seems to be a gap between us. Jesus calls us to love our neighbor as ourselves, but what about those we strongly disagree with? What about people whose be

Jesus showed us the power of love when he said that loving God and loving our neighbor are the core of all religion. Love is the guiding principle in God's kingdom. But here's the thing: we all see love in our own way. What love means to you might be totally different from what it means to me. So, if love is different for everyone, how do we figure out the right way to love God and

Is there marriage in heaven? Jesus responded in a way that suggests our earthly marriage relationships won't be the same. This passage has puzzled and troubled many, and some claim to have all the answers. The Bible contains many perplexing passages like this. How do we understand the questions they raise? How can we know what's true? MATTHEW 22:23-33 | Chris Shandrow

Is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not? The Pharisees asked Jesus this trick question to trap him into saying something dangerous. This may sound like the debates today on whether the government takes too much or if everyone should chip in their fair share to help those in need. Jesus kept it simple: Give Caesar what belongs to Caesar. But is there more to the story? Discover wh

Jesus frequently talked about God's judgment. He devoted more attention to this topic than he did on getting into heaven. One troubling thing about these teachings is how he described the consequences of judgment. He often talked about a place where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. This sounds a lot like suffering. It sounds a lot like hell. This portrayal raises questi

God invites everyone to know Him and be part of His kingdom. However, while this inclusiveness is loving and full of grace, it raises a significant question: Can anyone enter regardless of their actions? What about abusers? What about those who harm children, exploit the weak, or revel in violence? What about people society considers evil? Do they earn a place in heaven just becaus

Every Easter, we remember the story of Jesus rising from the dead. But for some people, this story clashes with what we understand about how the world works. After all, people don't typically come back to life once they've passed away. This clash with reality makes them skeptical. Many find it hard to believe in the Easter story. While there are those who have strong faith and ador

Some invitations hold more significance than others. Think about it: getting an invitation through traditional mail somehow feels weightier than one through Facebook. Saying 'no' to a paper invite just feels harder. What about an invitation from God? What does it mean to accept or decline that invite? MATTHEW 22:1-10 | Chris Shandrow

Jesus regularly used stories to talk to people, but sometimes they could be hard to understand. They often had hidden meanings and stories within stories. He frequently used subtext to communicate truth. We are told the stories of Jesus are still relevant for us today, but if the original listeners had trouble understanding them, how can we? How do we see ourselves in Jesus's stori