• Studying "Verse" Vs. Studying "Texts"...Part 1
    Nov 14 2024

    Show Theme: Studying “Verses” Vs. Studying “Texts”…Is there a benefit to one over the other? What are some study habits or techniques to help? How do we UNTIE from reading the Bible and thinking, “What does this say to me?”

    Welcome to the UNTIED Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement—because together, we're here to untie from tradition and embrace truth through powerful Bible teaching!

    Segment #1 - Welcome to Season 1, Episode 8.….. What’s been cooking?

    Segment #2 - Your Daily Anchor with Garrett Bernethy

    Segment #3 - Studying “Verses” Vs. Studying “Texts”

      • Let’s think about the benefits of Bible study
      • What are some ways that we can effectively study
      • Studying “Verses” Vs. Studying “Texts”
      • Just how vital is the biblical text to us spiritually?

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    Thank you for tuning in to the UNTIED Podcast!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • A Look At Christian Doctrine, Godly Morals, and Church Unity, PART 2
    Nov 7 2024

    Season 1 Episode #:7

    Show Theme: Looking at Christian doctrine, godly morals, and church unity. What are the basics of what a Christian looks like? What am I capable of? Are we still brothers if you sin?…PART 2

    Welcome: "Welcome to the Untied Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement—because together, we're here to untie from tradition and embrace truth through powerful Bible teaching!"

    Segment #1 - Welcome to Season 1, Episode 7…What’s been cooking?

    Segment #2 - Your Daily Anchor with Corey Sawyers

    Segment #3 - Part 2 or a 2 Part Series

    • Christian Doctrine: What are the basics of what a Christian looks like?
    • Godly Morals: What Am I Capable of?
    • Church Unity: Are We Still Brothers If We Sin?

    Segment #5 - Weekly Ministry Spotlight!

    Be The Good - is a ministry committed to sharing with others the challenges and joys that accompany our being a part of God's family. Their goal is to offer relevant and thought-provoking material on today's issues. A work that focuses on living the Christian life. “Be The Good” has several good resources on its website: www.bethegood.life, which consists of articles, devotional thoughts, and the Be The Good Podcast. If you check their website, you can also find a New Testament Reading Plan that takes you through the NT in 90 days, Sermon note pages for kids, and if you are looking for good slides to use for worship, this is a good place to check out.

    “Be The Good” is a ministry of Keith Harris, who is the preaching minister for the Lewisville Church of Christ in Lewisville, Texas, where he and his wife serve. If you are looking for a positive, uplifting, biblical work that will help you grow in your spiritual life, look no further than Be The Good!

    We also highlight an event entitled Diakonons, which is a Leadership Conference at the Lewisville Church of Christ in Lewisville, Texas, which will be held on November 8th & 9th. For more information and to register to attend, you can head to their website @ https://lewisvillecofc.org/diakonos.

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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • A Look At Christian Doctrine, Godly Morals, and Church Unity, PART 1
    Oct 31 2024

    Show Theme: Looking at Christian doctrine, godly morals, and church unity. What are the basics of what a Christian looks like? What am I capable of? Are we still brothers if you sin?…PART 1

    Welcome to the Untied Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement—because together, we're here to untie from tradition and embrace truth through powerful Bible teaching!

    Segment #1 - Welcome to Season 1, Episode 6. What’s been cooking?

    Segment #2 - Your Daily Anchor, With Tyler King

    Segment #3 - Part 1 or a 2 Part Series

    • Christian Doctrine: What are the basics of what a Christian looks like?
    • Godly Morals: What Am I Capable of?
    • Church Unity: Are We Still Brothers If We Sin?

    Segment #5 - Weekly Ministry Spotlight!

    Singing With The Spirit - is a work of Myron Bruce. Myron travels around the country, putting on his “Singing With Understanding” seminars, discussing the history, origin, and traditions of the psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs we sing and discussing the relationship shared between the text of the psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs in correlation with scripture.

    Myron has led singing for many different events around the brotherhood, including our own Affirming The Faith Seminar in Oklahoma City, and has put our DVD through World Video Bible School, which is a 10-volume set discussing “Singing With Understanding.” If you are looking for a good weekly devotional online, you can check out his 10til10 Devotionals on the Singing With the Spirit Facebook page or on his website @ singingwiththespirit.com. Myron has published two books you might want to check out, entitled “The Splendor of Worship” and “This is My Song,” both of which can be found on his website.

    If you are looking for a great seminar to help your congregation and your song leaders, be sure to reach out to Myron by email at swts@gmail.com or by phone, which can be found on the website. Myron’s overall objective with this ministry is “To bring the worshipper closer to the throne of God.” Again, if you would like more information about this work or booking a seminar today, head over to singingwiththespirit.com.

    To learn more about the work of Excel Still More Inc., please head to our website @ excelstillmore.net and subscribe to our annual newsletter and find out more about the work of Excel Still More Inc.

    If you would like to register for the Excel Still More Bible Workshop, head over to our workshop page, book your rooms at the Quartz Mountain Lodge, and register for the workshop and special sessions today!

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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Big Picture Episode - The Book of Daniel
    Oct 24 2024

    Welcome: "Welcome to the Untied Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement—because together, we're here to untie from tradition and embrace truth through powerful Bible teaching!"

    Welcome to Season 1, Episode 5.

    Big Picture Episode - The Book of Daniel

    • Where are we in the story of the Bible?
    • Context of the Days of Daniel
    • Overview of the book
    • Spiritual meanings
    • Applications to life
    • What did Daniel UNTIE from?

    Weekly Ministry Spotlight!

    Kaio Publications - Founded in 2012 as a non-profit organization with the desire to help teenagers and their families by making a connection between the Word of God and Real Life. Their mission is to challenge, encourage, and inform teens and families whether they are in the storms of life or on the edge of the forest looking at the path that leads to the unknown, KP is here to help. KP is a go-to for excellent biblical products such as the “Finer Ground” series written by the great ladies at Come Fill Your Cup, Bible Keywording Guides, Praying Through It by Lori Boyd, and our Excel Still More Bible Workshop Series books. Joe and Erin have their own podcast called “The Hey Joe” Show that you can find on their website @ kaiopublications.org as well as on The Light Network. Joe travels the U.S. doing a number of speaking events and has several different series that he speaks on that have to do with teens, the family, and culture. Joe is also a huge part of the Excel Still More Bible Workshop, a partner with us at Excel Still More, and a great friend. For more information about Kaio Publications, be sure to check out their website @ kaiopublications.org

    Link to Tyler King's Class on the Book of Daniel:

    https://youtube.com/playlistlist=PLkJ7psdIV2kweWPqLn8zEvUyDh1WSRWiE&si=kUAKULr6n361myMo

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Untied From A World-View
    Oct 17 2024

    Welcome: "Welcome to the Untied Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement—because together, we're here to untie from tradition and embrace truth through powerful Bible teaching!"

    Segment #1 - Welcome to Season 1, Episode 4. Quick host introduction (names and where you are from): introduce the significant theme of the episode.

    Segment #2 - Your Daily Anchor Spiritual foundational thoughts that help us to be anchored in Christ, our faith, and His Word. The purpose of this segment is to offer a few positive biblical or personal thoughts that may help the listener/viewer that will lead to be “anchored” in Jesus/Word, adding a positive element to the beginning of the podcast These are simply positive thoughts that have a mentor-type mindset, an encouraging word, etc.… This segment is not meant to last long but to give us a little bit of foundation as we lead into our main topic for the episode.

    Segment #3 - Untieing from a worldview and clinging to God’s view First, what does it mean to say “world-view?” Second, what does it mean to say “God’s view?” Now that we know the differences, what are some examples of a “world-view,” and how can that affect us spiritually in our relationships with others and God? Can a worldview have a negative or positive effect on our lives? How does God’s view differ from the worldview, and are there biblical examples that teach us to turn away from a worldview? Or toward it?

    Segment #4 - Strength For Today Benefits of doing things God’s way for your life You can UNTIE from the views of the world and walk in strength with the Lord.

    Segment #5 - Weekly Ministry Spotlight! Bible Passages - Bible Passages is a ministry of John and Carla Moore dedicated to examining and showcasing the lands of the Bible and its environs, which can provide a window into the ancient past. This work has been dedicated to sifting through archaeological data, traveling down the pathways of the Bible lands, and traversing through its ancient cities. Bible Passages has an excellent purpose, which is to strengthen the church and engage more people in the work of ministry. Through the years, Bible Passages has produced much content, receiving more than 41.9 million YouTube views with their documentaries, the Temple Project, and Bible Land Passage Tours. Through this endeavor, John has taught Bible Geography, Archeology, and much more at the Bear Valley Bible Institute and through many other avenues. Each year, Bible Passages guides a tour through different parts of the Bible's lands, which you can take part in! If you would like to know more about Bible Passage, be sure to visit their website at www.biblepassages.net.

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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Untied From Self-Doubt
    Oct 10 2024

    Welcome to the Untied Podcast: Season 1, Episode 3

    Overview: Welcome to the Untied Podcast, where we unravel the knots of life with faith, wisdom, and encouragement. Here, we're not just untying from tradition; we’re embracing the transformative power of biblical truth. Join us as we dive into the practical application of Scripture in tackling the everyday struggles we all face.

    Segment #1 - Welcome and Introduction Kicking off Season 1, Episode 3, our hosts (Corey, Garrett, and Tyler) introduce themselves, sharing where they’re from and offering a glimpse into this episode’s significant theme: overcoming self-doubt and finding confidence in our faith.

    Segment #2 - Your Daily Anchor This segment grounds us with a spiritual foundation, offering positive thoughts that encourage listeners to be anchored in Christ and His Word. Here, the hosts share insights from Scripture and personal experiences to reinforce the truth that Jesus is our unwavering anchor. Each “Daily Anchor” thought is like a mentor’s gentle reminder, strengthening us to start our day positively and purposefully.

    Segment #3 - Untying from Self-Doubt and Tying Ourselves to Confidence in the Spirit This episode’s core discussion centers on overcoming self-doubt, both personally and spiritually. The hosts explore common struggles with self-doubt, asking: “How can we gain confidence in a world filled with uncertainty?” They provide biblical guidance on building confidence in our relationship with Christ despite self-doubt or spiritual division. This powerful segment equips us to stand firm in God’s promises, confident in His love and grace.

    Segment #4 - Strength for Today With self-doubt being a struggle many know well, this encouraging segment gives a personal story of a time when one of the hosts faced this challenge. Here, they share how faith helped them untie from insecurity and find strength in God. The message: you can overcome self-doubt and be strong in the Lord!

    Segment #5 - Weekly Ministry Spotlight! Our ministry spotlight this week highlights the Linder Road Lectureship. Beginning October 17th, the Linder Road Church of Christ will host their 22nd annual Spiritual Growth Lectureship in Meridian, Idaho, with the theme “Grace Factor.” Featuring speakers like Tim Lewis, Jeff Jenkins, John Moore, Eric Lyons, Jeremy Myers, and our own Corey Sawyers, this event promises deep dives into powerful topics such as “Why is Grace Amazing?” and “Living Under God’s Grace.” Join online or visit www.linderroad.com for details.

    Join us in untying from doubt and growing together in confidence and faith!

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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • What Does the Average Christian Deal With Daily?
    Oct 3 2024

    In this episode, Garrett, Corey, and Tyler examine the challenges we face daily—anger, frustration, selfishness, impatience, and more—and provide practical insights from the Bible on how to navigate these emotions and attitudes. They offer scriptural references and actionable steps to help listeners apply biblical wisdom to everyday life. Plus, they kick off their new "Weekly Ministry Spotlight" segment by highlighting the impactful work of "Come Fill Your Cup." Tune in for thoughtful discussion and encouragement to grow in faith through life's challenges.

    Come Fill Your Cup:

    This work is dedicated to equipping women for study and service. Kristy Huntsman is the editor and chief of this work and a writer for the work of Excel Still More Inc. Currently, they have published seven study books on Judges and Ruth, the Gospel of Mark, Hebrews, Hosea, 1 & 2 Peter, and a brand new addition that has just been published on Colossians and Philemon, all of which are available on the Come Fill, Your Cup Website or on the Kaio Publications Website. Alongside Kristy, they have a great staff over there, which includes Abigail Buchanan, Mattie McCarty, Re’Elle Crowell, Julie Rennaker, Kellie Hudson, Lacy Crowell, Kathy Pollard, Gwendolleyn Schnell, Kathy Petrillo, Eryn Sprouse—an excellent lineup of godly women. If any of you ladies are looking for a great place to find excellent material, be sure and check out comefillyourcup.com today.

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Introduction To Untied!
    Sep 26 2024

    Welcome to the FIRST episode of the Untied Podcast with Garrett Bernethy, Tyler King, and Corey Sawyers. In this episode, we introduce ourselves and this new podcast as we begin diving into our ability to untie ourselves from worldly traditions and back into Biblical application. Welcome to the UNTIED Podcast on the ExcelPod Network, brought to you by Excel Still More Inc!

    More Info: www.excelstillmore.net

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    1 hr and 33 mins