Magnify Church - Ensley Campus
Religion & Spirituality
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Welcome to the weekly podcast from the Ensley Campus at Magnify Church! We want to help you take your next step in your relationship with God. Check us out at bhbconline.org
Episodes
- When God is With You
What do you do when life feels unfair, uncertain, or painful? Brett Bellamy teaches from Genesis 39, exploring how Joseph’s story reminds us that God is still sovereign and faithful in every season. Even in the middle of trials, “the Lord…
- The Story of Ruth
What do you do when life does not go the way you hoped? This Mother’s Day, Trent Heaton guides us through the story of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz in the Book of Ruth, revealing powerful pictures of redemption, courage, and obedience. Join us as…
- A Dark Chapter in the House of Judah
Can God rescue a family in freefall? When you reap the consequences of sin, you're often not the only one who suffers. Brett Bellamy explores the mystery of how God confronts sin and accomplishes His will in the midst of broken people and…
- A Prophet without Honor
What happens when sins of the heart go unchecked? Jealousy turns to hatred, and hatred to murder as Joseph's brothers react poorly to the dreams God is sending him. Brett Bellamy explores how we navigate temptation and how God's plans will…
- Big Family, Bigger Problem
How can God make something good and beautiful and redemptive out of a bad situation? This week we start a new series on Joseph, one of the sons of Jacob and quickly becoming a target in his dysfunctional family. Brett Bellamy leads us into…
- You Will Be My Witnesses
What happens when the power of God meets a willing heart? Last week we were invited to “come and see” the empty tomb! This week Brett Bellamy will explore what it means to live empowered by the Spirit as witnesses for Christ, so we can go…
- It Is Finished! He Is Risen!
In the final moments of His life, Jesus said, “It is finished.” But what was He talking about? Brett Bellamy shares the incredible truth of all that “it” means, and why Christians all over the world for centuries have celebrated Good Frida…
- Why Have You Forsaken Me?
Is sin really that bad? Brett Bellamy explores the punishment our sin demanded and how we can be accepted because Jesus was forsaken. The great truth of the gospel is that we can have a restored relationship with God because Jesus paid for…
- Father, Forgive Them
Forgiveness is not for the weak. As we continue reflecting on the Final Words of Christ from the cross, Brett Bellamy explores Jesus's prayer of forgiveness for those who put Him there. It's not only a powerful testimony to who Jesus is, b…
- With Me in Paradise
From a place of great pain come words of great hope. Brett Bellamy leads us to the cross through the eyes of two criminals, and the life-giving words that Jesus spoke there. Join us as we prepare our hearts for Easter by exploring the Fina…
- The Armor of God
What do you do when the enemy comes for you? Spiritual life can be confusing and spiritual warfare intimidating. In this final installment of One Hope, Brett Bellamy brings us Paul's encouragement to stand firm under fire because of all we…
- Gospel Parenting - Part 2
What is at the center of your home? In week two of Gospel Parenting, Trent Heaton explores what it looks like to bring up our children in the instruction of the Lord. This calling goes beyond managing behavior. It is about shaping hearts.…
- Gospel Parenting
What does it look like to parent with the gospel at the center? Brett Bellamy opens Ephesians 6 and invites us to see parenting not as a pursuit of perfection, but as a daily opportunity to reflect the grace, truth, and hope of Jesus in ou…
- Forgiving like Christ - Part 2
Have you ever struggled to forgive someone, even when you know it was the right thing to do? Brett Bellamy continues our One Hope series with a second installment on the topic of forgiveness.
- Serve Sunday
Serve Sunday invites us to look at the heart of Jesus and His call to serve others. Brett Bellamy will teach from John 13:1–17, where Jesus, knowing the cross was before Him, humbly knelt to wash His disciples’ feet. This message reminds u…
- The Beauty of Christian Marriage - Part 2
Have you ever considered that marriage is one of God’s loudest sermons to the world? Brett Bellamy continues our One Hope series by exploring how Christian marriage is designed to reflect the oneness, love, and faithfulness of Christ and H…
- The Beauty of Christian Marriage
When you think about marriage and the roles of husbands and wives, what emotions or thoughts come to mind? Brett Bellamy continues our One Hope series and helps us see the beauty of marriages that imitate Christ. This isn’t about power, bu…
- Freedom from Sin
*This week, our One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything series may be a sensitive topic for some as we dive deep into sexual sin in Chapter 5 of Ephesians. This teaching is not intended for young children and we invite parents to decide fo…
- Don’t Get Drunk On…
What do you turn to when you are tired, overwhelmed, or running on empty? Brett Bellamy continues our One Hope series and reminds us to live wisely being careful about what we allow to fill us. In this passage, Paul contrasts being “drunk”…
- Fully Alive Together
What would it look like to be fully alive to Jesus in 2026? Trent Heaton continues our One Hope series in Ephesians and invites us to consider how the gospel shapes not only our personal faith but also the way we live together in community…
- Walking in Light
Have you ever tripped in the dark and suddenly realized how dangerous it can be when you cannot see what is right in front of you? Brett Bellamy opens the next section of our One Hope series, where Paul uses that same imagery to show the d…
- Walking in New Life - Part 2
Ever notice how easy it is to hang on to frustration instead of showing grace? Brett Bellamy continues our series in Ephesians and invites use into something radically different: a life marked by kindness, forgiveness, and love. When we fo…
- Walking in New Life - Part 1
What does it mean to truly live like a new person in Christ? Brett Bellamy continues our One Hope series and reminds us that following Jesus changes everything! It radically impacts our thoughts, actions, and relationships. Each day, we’re…
- Serving the Body
Have you ever wondered why some people give so much of their time and talent to serve? Brett Bellamy dives deeper into Ephesians 4 to show how God equips the church to love, serve, grow, and strengthen one another. God’s plan is for the bo…
- Walking in Unity
What would our relationships look like if we led with humility, gentleness, patience, and love? Brett Bellamy continues our Ephesians study and reminds us that real unity isn’t about agreeing on everything. It is about choosing to care for…
- A Prayer to Know
What gets in your way of really experiencing God’s love? Brett Bellamy explores the next section in our One Hope series, where Paul prays that we’ll be strengthened by the Spirit and rooted in a love that’s wider, longer, higher, and deepe…
- The Mystery of Christ
Do you ever wonder why God allows suffering? Brett Bellamy continues our series One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything and looks at Ephesians 3, where Paul shows that even in hardship, God reveals the mystery of Christ. When we share in o…
- Together in Christ
Do you tend to see people’s differences or the ways we are more alike? Trent Heaton opens the next section in our Ephesians study and reminds us that through Christ’s forgiveness, the walls of division come down. There is no “Us vs. Them.”…
- Living Out the Gospel
What does it mean to be rescued? We see it all the time on the big screen, but what does it feel like to personally be saved from a hopeless situation? Ben Phebus continues our series in Ephesians, One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything,…
- A Prayer to See
Do you believe the best is yet to come? This week, Brett Bellamy continues our series in Ephesians and reminds us that because of Christ, the answer to that question is a resounding yes. It begins with praying for eyes to see the hope, the…
- To the Praise of His Glory
Do life’s distractions keep you from fully living in the hope God has promised? In week two of One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything, Brett Bellamy digs deeper into Ephesians 1 and reminds us that in Christ, we’ve been given an eternal i…
- The Best Thing in the World
What do you put your hope in—your wealth, your work, your relationships? Brett Bellamy kicks off our new series in Ephesians: One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything. Together we’ll discover how God invites us to see our identity, our rela…
- Serving Christ in the Church | Labor for Christ
Have you ever wondered who does what in a church and why? Some studies show that 20% of the people do 80% of the work. Brett Bellamy opens Ephesians 4:11-16 and explores the roles and gifts that God has given to the church and the reason H…
- Labor for Christ
Why does it feel so good to do a job well—whether it’s finishing a project, serving someone, or creating something with excellence? Brett Bellamy opens Ephesians 2 and shows us that our joy in good work points to something deeper—it reflec…
- Baptism Sunday | Unashamed
In our culture, it’s not always easy to stand up and proclaim that you follow Jesus. That’s what makes baptism so powerful—it’s a bold, public declaration that your life belongs to Him. Aligning your life with Christ means living out that…
- God’s Voice in the Scriptures
Have you taken time this week to delight in God’s creation—perhaps by watching a sunset or gazing at a starry sky? Have you also taken time to delight in His Word—His law, precepts, and commandments? Brett Bellamy continues our series Wors…
- God’s Voice in the Skies
How often do you take time to delight in our Creator's masterpiece? Creation speaks of God's majesty and invites us to pause, observe, and respond in worship. This week, Brett Bellamy continues our summer series, Worship and Wonder, and in…
- God’s Hand
Have you ever carried a secret so heavy it felt like it was eating you alive? Health and psychology experts alike will tell you what God has knit into our very being from the start: hiding is not healthy. Gary Heim continues our summer ser…
- God’s Eyes
What makes you shout for joy? Maybe it’s when your favorite team scores, during a standing ovation at the end of an incredible performance, or maybe when you open a surprise gift? Brett Bellamy continues our summer series, Worship and Wond…
- God is My Sun
Life is a journey with pitfalls and trials along the way. As we continue our Summer series, Worship and Wonder: Pictures of God in the Psalms, Brett Belamy looks at God as our Sun and the blessings He offers for those who trust Him.
- God is My Rock
Where do you turn when your world is shaken? Some turn to media, food, or other worldly comforts and pleasures to escape. As we continue our summer series, Worship and Wonder: Pictures of God in the Psalms, Don Denyes looks deeper into Psa…
- Telling the Story - Part 2
In a follow-up to our Luke Storytellers Series, Brett will guide us through telling the story ourselves. We will examine Matthew 28:18-20 and Colossians 4:4-6, where we will learn about praying, acting, and speaking the story of Jesus in t…
- Telling the Story - Part 1
In a follow-up to our Luke Storytellers Series, Brett will guide us through telling the story ourselves. We will examine Matthew 28:18-20 and Colossians 4:4-6, where we will learn about praying, acting, and speaking the story of Jesus in t…
- The Day Jesus Made a House Call
Sin has a way of holding us down and keeping us from receiving the grace of Jesus. Brett Bellamy continues our Storytellers series with another of Jesus’ encounters in Luke, that reminds us of Jesus’ mission to seek and save the lost, even…
- The Blind Man Who Could See
Helen Keller once said, “Better to be blind and see with your heart than to have two good eyes and see nothing.” Brett Bellamy looks at another of Jesus’ interactions with a crowd in Luke to remind us to have a heart that seeks Him. He car…
- Coming to Christ
Have you ever gone grocery shopping and decided you didn’t need a cart? Then remembered the most important thing that wasn’t on your list? It’s hard to pick something up when your arms are already full. Brett Bellamy looks at two encounter…
- The Hero and the Crook
Most days do you feel like you can tackle life on your own, or do you regularly hit your knees in prayer? Trent Heaton looks at another parable in Luke that contrasts two people’s prayers, as he invites us to see our desperate need for the…
- Always Pray
What prayers have you stopped praying? Are there things you’ve brought to God for years that you feel like He still hasn’t answered; or maybe He hasn’t answered the way you had hoped He would? Brett Bellamy continues our Storytellers serie…
- Filled with Gratitude
Do you find yourself asking God more often for what you want, or thanking Him for what He has already given you? Brett Bellamy jumps back into our Storytellers series in Luke with a story that highlights a characteristic that should mark o…
- Pay Attention to Yourselves
As our culture continues to become more and more socially isolated, the biblical model of community seems more and more foreign. Brett Bellamy continues our Storytellers series with three of Jesus’ teachings that invite us to pay attention…