DiscipleCenter
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The weekly DiscipleCenter sermons are broadcasted in this podcast.
Episodes
- Post Resurrection Appearances - Luke 24:50-53 & Acts 1:1-11
This episode explains the biblical account of Jesus’ ascension (Luke 24; Acts 1), its timing in the resurrection calendar, and its connection to Pentecost. The speaker highlights three key roles Jesus assumes in the ascension: great high p…
- Post Resurrection Appearances - John 21:1-25, 1 Corinthians:3-7
This episode of DiscipleCenter explores Jesus' post-resurrection appearances, specifically the event in John 21 where Peter is commissioned. It links this to the eyewitness accounts in 1 Corinthians 15 and the Great Commission in Matthew 2…
- Post Resurrection Appearances - Luke 24:33-49 and John 20:19-31
This episode discusses Jesus' post-Resurrection appearances to his disciples as recorded in Luke 24 and John 20. It covers Jesus proving his bodily resurrection by showing wounds and eating with them, opening their minds to understand scri…
- Post Resurrection Appearances: Luke 24:13-24, 1 Corinthians 15:1-5
This episode discusses Jesus' post-resurrection appearances, including the Road to Emmaus narrative from Luke 24 and appearances to Peter, as detailed in 1 Corinthians 15.
- Appearances by Jesus After Resurrection Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, & John 20
This episode analyzes the Gospel accounts of the women at the empty tomb, detailing who was present and what they witnessed. It uses analogies to explain differing perspectives within truthful accounts and highlights the agreement on Jesus…
- Appearances of Jesus Matthew 28:1-20
This episode begins a series on Jesus' post-resurrection appearances, focusing on Matthew 28:1-20. It examines Jesus' prophecies, the disciples' lack of understanding, and identifies the first believers, while outlining future lessons.
- Jesus' Prayer For Us - John 17
This episode walks through John 17 and surrounding passages as the speaker reflects on Jesus' prayer before Gethsemane, his intercession for the disciples and future believers, and the meaning of communion as body and blood. It emphasizes…
- Walking By Faith - 2 Corinthians 5:1-21
In this episode we explore 2 Corinthians 5 and Paul’s call to "walk by faith, not by sight," contrasting a biblical, spirit-centered view of consciousness with secular, brain-centered perspectives. We discuss the mind-brain problem, the ro…
- Spring Holy Days Leviticus 23 & Matthew
This episode walks through the six biblical observances from Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday, drawing on Leviticus 23 and the Gospel accounts in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
- Genesis 50. 1 - 26
This episode walks through Genesis 50: Jacob's final instructions, Joseph's emotional mourning and embalming, the long procession from Egypt to Hebron, and the brothers' fear and reconciliation. It highlights Joseph's trust in God's provid…
- 43 - Genesis 49:1-33
Jacob summons his sons to pronounce prophetic blessings and judgments, revealing each tribe’s future role—from leadership in Judah and the complex fate of Joseph, to the scattered destinies of Simeon and Levi. The passage blends past event…
- Genesis 47.27 - 48.22
This episode explores Genesis 47–48, focusing on Jacob's final testimony: his plea to be buried in the promised land, the transfer of Joseph's sons into the family, and the surprising blessing that places Ephraim before Manasseh. The messa…
- 41- Genesis 46:1-47:26
Pastor Trevor continues Genesis, exploring Joseph’s revelation to his brothers, Jacob’s move to Egypt, and how God’s providence shapes their story amid famine. The sermon draws connections between human failing and divine purpose, highligh…
- 40 - Genesis 44:1-45:24
We pick up Genesis 44 where Joseph tests his brothers with the planted silver cup, Benjamin is accused, and Judah pleads to spare him in a powerful act of repentance. The story moves from surprise and fear to emotional reunion as Joseph re…
- Genesis 42 & 43
Genesis 42 & 43 Joseph and his brothers
- Genesis 41:1-57
This episode walks through Genesis 41, tracing Joseph’s journey from prison to power and highlighting God’s perfect timing. It explains Pharaoh’s dreams, Joseph’s divinely revealed interpretation, the plan to store grain during seven years…
- Genesis 39:1 - 40:23
This episode walks through Genesis 39–40, following Joseph after he is sold into Egypt: his service in Potiphar’s house, the false accusation by Potiphar’s wife, and his imprisonment. It highlights how God’s presence brings Joseph favor ev…
- Genesis 38:1-30
This episode examines Genesis 38, recounting Judah's moral failures, Tamar's bold actions, the deaths of Ur and Onan, and the birth of Perez and Zerah that feed into the Messiah's genealogy. The speaker draws practical lessons about sexual…
- Genesis 37:1 - 36
This episode explores Genesis 37, focusing on life transitions within Jacob’s family: Joseph’s favored status, his prophetic dreams, and his brothers’ betrayal leading to his sale into Egypt. The speaker weaves traditional and rabbinic per…
- Genesis 35.1 - 36.43
This episode walks through Genesis 35, where God calls Jacob back to Bethel. Jacob purges household idols, builds an altar, and is renamed Israel — marking a turning point for him and the people God is forming. The episode also covers Rach…
- Hanukkah and Christmas
This episode explores the historical and theological links between Hanukkah and Christmas, tracing Hanukkah's origin in the Maccabean revolt, the Temple rededication, and the Talmudic miracle story, and connects these themes to the incarna…
- 33 - Genesis 34: 1-31
- Genesis 32 & 33
Genesis 32 & 33
- Genesis 31:1-55
- Genesis 30: 1 -43
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 29:1-35
Title: Jacob and Labana Scripture: Genesis 29:1-35 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: November 9, 2025 This episode studies Genesis 29: Jacob meets Rachel at the well, serves seven years for her, and is deceived by Laban into marrying Leah…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 28: 1-22
Title: Running Away or Toward Something Scripture: Genesis 28: 1-22 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: November 2, 2025
- Holy Ark
This episode reads Psalm 119:105–112 and Hebrews 9:1–4, exploring how Scripture guides our lives and the symbolic items placed in the Ark of the Covenant. The speaker connects the passages to family faith formation, explaining a symbolic a…
- Sound the Shofar: Yom Terah — The Trumpet Call of Messiah
This episode explores the biblical Feast of Trumpets (Yom Terah/Rosh Hashanah), grounding its practice in Scripture and Jesus' words in Matthew 5:17 about the continuing authority of the Torah and the prophets. We reflect on the meaning of…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 27:1 - 46
Title: Jacob, Esau and the Blessings Scripture: Genesis 27: 1- 46 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: September 14, 2025 Isaac, old and near death, intends to bless his firstborn Esau, but the blessings end up with who God wants to receive…
- Explaining the DiscipleCenter: Types and Purposes of Offerings
Title: Explaining the DiscipleCenter Scripture: Genesis 14:18-24 and Various Texts Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: September 7, 2025 This episode traces the origin of tithes and offerings back to Genesis and explains how tithing, the se…
- Summer Series 2025: Presence Not Convenience
Title: Prescence Not Convenience Scripture: Various Speaker: Steven Rollins Date: August 31, 2025 A practical sermon calling listeners to choose presence over convenience, using biblical stories—the feeding of the 5,000, the Good Samaritan…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 26:1-35
Title: Steps in Faith in the Next Generation Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: August 24, 2025 In this episode we study Genesis 26, focusing on Isaac taking up Abraham’s mantle during a time of famine. The mess…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 25:1-34
Title: A Family Life Cycle Scripture: Genesis 25:1-34 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: August 17, 2025 This episode studies Genesis 25, tracing Abraham’s wider family—his sons by Keturah, Ishmael, and the line of Isaac—and highlights th…
- Summer Series 2025: Making God Known Through Our Humility
Title: Making God Known Through Our Humility Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-5 and James 1:19-21 Speaker: Mrs. Samantha Groome Date: August 10, 2025 In this episode, we delve into the complexities of pride and humility, exploring their definitions…
- Summer Series 2025: The Names of God
Title: The Names of God Scripture: Genesis Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Penner Date: August 3, 2025 In this episode, we embark on a fascinating exploration of the various names of God as presented in the book of Genesis. We uncover how each name…
- Summer Series 2025: Giving Thanks
Title: Giving Thanks Scripture: Psalm 106:1, Psalm 92:1-2, Psalm 107:1, Psalm 86:12, Psalm 136:1-3 Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Penner Date: July 27, 2025 Explore the transformative power of gratitude in this episode, where we dive into the contr…
- Summer Series 2025: God is alive, God is love, God is eternal
Title: God is alive, God is love, God is eternal Scripture: Psalm 19:1 Speaker: Andy Rinner Date: July 20, 2025 Join us as we delve into a testimony that explores the awe-inspiring wonders of God's creation in the universe. This episode em…
- Book of Philippians: Philippians 4
Title: Jews and Gentiles Scripture: Philippians 4:1-23 Speaker: Dr. Erika Travis Date: July 13, 2025 In this episode, we delve into the essence of finding joy and contentment in all circumstances, as inspired by the teachings of the Apostl…
- Book of Philippians: Philippians 3
Title: Jews and Gentiles Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21 Speaker: Dr. Erika Travis Date: July 6, 2025 In this episode, we dive into Philippians 3, where Paul offers guidance on maintaining joy in the Lord and provides a loving yet cautionary…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 24:28-67
Title: A Blessing and a Marriage Set Aside Scripture: Genesis 24:28-67 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: June 29, 2025 In this episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Rebekah from the book of Genesis. Join us as we explore the eve…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 24:1-27
Title: Following Instructions Scripture: Genesis 24:1-27 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: June 22, 2025 In this episode, we delve into Genesis 24, exploring the story of Abraham as he navigates the challenges of finding a suitable wife…
- Book of Psalms - Psalm 2:1-12
Title: My King and My Son Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12 Speaker: Pastor Jeff Travis Date: June 15, 2025 This episode delves into Psalm 2, exploring the themes of divine authority and human rebellion. The psalmist's interrogation of the nations'…
- Book of Psalms: Psalm 1:1-6
Title: The Righteous and the Wicked Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6 Speaker: Pastor Jeff Travis Date: June 8, 2025 Discover the contrasting paths of righteousness and wickedness through an in-depth study of Psalm 1. Uncover the wisdom embedded in t…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 23:1-20
Title: The Death & Burial of Sarah Scripture: Genesis 23:1-20 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: May 25, 2025 Join us as we delve into Genesis Chapter 23, exploring the significance of Sarah's life and her enduring legacy in the scripture…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 22:1-24
Title: The Binding of Isaac Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: May 18, 2025 This episode delves into the deeper narratives of the book of Genesis, where the journey of Abraham's faith reaches its peak through the…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 20:1 - Genesis 21:34
Title: The Birth of Isaac Scripture: Genesis 20:1 - Genesis 21:34 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: May 11, 2025 Join us as we explore the intriguing story of Abraham, Sarah, and the divine interactions influencing their lives. Discover h…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 19:1-38
Title: Like Sodom and Gomorrah Scripture: Genesis 19:1-38 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes Date: May 4, 2025 This episode delves into the dramatic events of Genesis 19, focusing on the visit of angels to Sodom and the subsequent judgment upon…
- The Book of Genesis: Genesis 18:1-33
Title: "Entertaining Strangers" Scripture: Genesis 18:1-33 Speaker: Rev. Trevor L. Embry Date: 2025-04-27 In this episode, we delve into the intriguing events of Genesis 18, highlighting the richness of Abraham's encounters. From the signi…
- Holy Days - Resurrection: Life, Death, and Resurrection
Title: Life, Death, and Resurrection Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Speaker: Dr. H. Bruce Stokes We delve into the profound celebration of the empty tomb and the implications of the resurrection for life and death. We explore the idea th…