Grow 5x2 Podcast

Christians in Vocation - Kirsten Dawson

Tue, 07 May 2024 12:39:00 -0400

Kirsten Dawson, our Finance and HR Specialist, joins Dustin & George as they continue their introduction of various staff members.

Christians in Vocation - Aaron Littmann

Mon, 06 May 2024 08:55:00 -0400

Aaron Littmann joins Dustin & George in this week's episode. Aaron is "back" on staff as the Director of Ministry Operations. He shares his journey to and from St. Peter's and how God has directed him.

Christians in Vocation - Julie Terry

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:46:00 -0400

Julie Terry is our next staff guest as Dustin & George continue to look at Christians in Vocation. Julie is an active volunteer at St. Peter's, but is also currently our Operations Manager.

Christians in Vocation - Anna Smith

Tue, 21 May 2024 13:31:00 -0400

Anna Smith joins Dustin & George to share her service on staff as Technology Manager and some of the ways she has volunteered in our congregation. Anna has truly exhibited "blessing others" as she follows her vocation as a Christian.

Genesis (Introduction)

Tue, 28 May 2024 12:46:00 -0400

Pastor John joins Dustin and George to introduce our next series of podcasts. This podcast series will match our Summer sermon series and our Sunday Morning Bible Group on the book of Genesis.

Genesis - Creation

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 08:47:00 -0400

Julie Dietrich, a long-term guest host, joins Dustin and George again for the Genesis podcast series. Today we discuss the Creation as described in Genesis 1 & 2.

Genesis - The Fall

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:43:00 -0400

Julie Dietrich continues as guest host with Dustin and George in our journey through Genesis. Today we discuss the Fall into sin and the consequences for our world since then.

Genesis - Cain & Abel

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:08:00 -0400

Dustin & George continue their discussion of the sermon series and Sunday Bible Group focusing on Genesis. Julie Dietrich again joins us in discussing how sin rapidly spreads to Adam & Eve's children.

Genesis - Flood

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:06:00 -0400

Julie Dietrich continues as guest host with Dustin and George in our Genesis series. In this episode, we discuss the Flood, including a few science facts!

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Introduction

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the upcoming sermon series Deep Fake Deep Faith with Pastor Adam.

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Political and Powerful Jesus with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the Deep Fake: Political and Powerful Jesus with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

Christians in Vocation - Bethany Hayes

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George chat with Bethany Hayes, the new Junior High Youth Specialist at St. Peter's. Bethany shares some of her life, her current role at St. Peter's, and how she resonates with the 5x2 Discipleship model.

Grow 5x2: Christians in Sports

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this final episode of the series, Dustin and George are joined by Rick Patberg. Rick is a St. Peter's member who has a long history volunteering as a basketball coach currently with our school's 8th grade girls' team.

Grow 5x2: Christians in Sports

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George continue this series on Christians in Sport by interviewing Dick Nyers. Dick has had a varied career in sports - but even more so in Christian leadership. Playing sports in grade school, high school, and college led to a professional stint with the Baltimore Colts. Dick then spent the rest of his career in coaching and counseling.

Grow 5x2: Christians in Sports

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Idel Dawson joins Dustin and George on this episode - the second in a series on Christians in sports. Idel shares some of his background and how God has guided him into his position at St. Peter's as Athletic Director and PE teacher.

Grow 5x2: Christians in Sports

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George begin a series on Christians who have careers in various aspects of sports. This episode's guest is Ande {Denholm} Sadtler, a daughter of the congregation who now serves as Director of Community Impact for the Indianapolis Colts.

Holy Week: The Promised Land

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George wrap up this series with Pastor Adam discussing the Exodus by looking at the entry to the Promised Land. We see how God demands more of His spiritual leaders but always fulfills His promises. We are reminded that the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus guarantees our entry into the Ultimate Promised Land.

Grow 5x2: Lent 6

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Our Lent sermon series ends with the Israelites crossing the Red Sea on dry ground. Pastor Adam discusses the significance of this with Dustin and George as we continue to examine the Exodus.

Grow 5x2: Lent 5

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Adam, Dustin, and George focus on the tenth plague, the death of the firstborn. God protected His people who showed trust in Him by painting the blood of lambs around their doors. We discuss the correlation to what Jesus has done for us.

Grow 5x2: Lent (Bonus Episode)

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Pastor Adam, Dustin, and George continue to discuss our Lenten series on Exodus. In this bonus episode, we look at the plagues in general and each specifically. Pastor Adam shares how the power of God shows through all the plagues.

Grow 5x2: Lent 4

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Pastor Adam, Dustin, and George continued our Lenten discussion of the Exodus. This episode wraps up the call of Moses as God's agent of deliverance for the Israelites. When Moses is reluctant, God provides signs and a helper.

Grow 5x2: Lent 3

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Dustin, George, and Pastor Adam continue the Lent Series of podcasts. In this episode, they discuss how God calls Moses from the burning bush but Moses is reluctant. What are you reluctant to do that God has asked of you?

Grow 5x2: Lent 2

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Our Lent series of podcasts continues with Pastor Adam joining George & Dustin to discuss Exodus. Today's podcast looks at the start of the book of Exodus - especially focusing on how names are used.

Grow 5x2: Lent 1

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Pastor Adam continues this series on Exodus during Lent. In this episode, he shares with Dustin and George how God's people often cry out to God in difficult times.

Exodus| March 31| Holy Week: Easter Sunday| Shelly Heil

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

During the season of Lent we are providing daily devotions to help nurture a resilient faith that is able to respond to the changing landscape of culture and life with the fullness of grace and truth.

Read: Exodus 40:17-38

Verse of the Day: Exodus 40:38 “For the cloud of the LORD was on the tabernacle by day, and fire was in it by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel throughout all their journeys.”

Exodus | March 30 | Holy Week: Holy Saturday | Casey Bartholomew

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 34:1 -7

Verse of the Day: Exodus 34:6 “The LORD passed before him and proclaimed, “The LORD, the LORD, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.”

Exodus | March 29 | Holy Week: Good Friday | Sarah Nolting

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 26:31 - 37

Verse of the Day: Exodus 26:33 “And you shall hang the veil from the clasps, and bring the ark of the testimony in there within the veil. And the veil shall separate for you the Holy Place from the Most Holy.”

Exodus | March 28 | Holy Week: Maundy Thursday | Adam Everroad

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 33:12 - 2 3

Verse of the Day: Exodus 33:16 “For how shall it be known that I have found favor in your sight, I and your people? Is it not in your going with us, so that we are distinct, I and your people, from every other people on the face of the earth?”

Exodus | March 27 | Holy Week: Does Prayer Matter? | David Fugill

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 32:11 - 1 4

Verse of the Day: Exodus 32:14 “And the LORD relented from the disaster that he had spoken of bringing on his people.”

Exodus | March 26 | Holy Week: The Golden Calf | Logan Howe

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 32:1-10

Verse of the Day: Exodus 32:7-8 “And the LORD said to Moses, “Go down, for your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves. They have turned aside quickly out of the way that I commanded them. They have made for themselves a golden calf and have worshiped it and sacrificed to it and said, ‘These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!’”

Exodus | March 25 | Holy Week: The Ark of the Covenant | Rebekah Case

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 25:10-22

Verse of the Day: Exodus 25:22 “There I will meet with you, and from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubim that are on the ark of the testimony, I will speak with you about all that I will give you in

commandment for the people of Israel.”

Exodus | March 24 | Holy Week: Palm Sunday | Ben Donner

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 25:1-8

Verse of the Day: Exodus: 25:8 “Then have them make a sanctuary for me, and I will dwell among them.”

Exodus | March 23 | The Blood | Daniel Meadows

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 24:1-11

Verse of the Day: Exodus: 24:8 “Moses then took the blood, sprinkled it on the people and said, “This is the blood of the covenant that the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words.”

Exodus | March 22 | Ninth and Tenth Commandments: The Gift of Contentment | Maddie Beyer

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:17

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:17 “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.”

Exodus | March 21 | Eighth Commandment: The Gift of Reputation | Kyle Shipp

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:16

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:16 “You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.”

Exodus | March 20 | Seventh Commandment: The Gift of Giving | James Thomack

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:15

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:15 “You shall not steal.”

Exodus | March 19 | Sixth Commandment: The Gift of Commitment | Jon Nolting

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:14

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:14 “You shall not commit adultery.”

Exodus | March 18 | Fifth Commandment: The Gift of Life | Gary Goshorn

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:13

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:13 “You shall not murder.”

Exodus | March 17 | Fourth Commandment: The Gift of Parents | Abby Collins

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:12

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.”

Exodus | March 16 | Third Commandment: The Gift of Rest | Terri Ernst

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:8-11

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:8 “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.”

Exodus | March 15 | Second Commandment: The Gift of God’s Name | Nash Jackson

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:7

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:7 “You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name.”

Exodus | March 14 | First Commandment: The Gift of God | Maggie Kamman

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 20:1- 6

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:3 “You shall have no other gods before me.”

Exodus | March 13 | Wilderness: Part 5 | Buzz Clore

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 19:1 - 8

Verse of the Day: Exodus 19:5 - 6 “‘Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all nations you will be my treasured possession. Although the whole earth is mine, you will be for me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.’ These are the words you are to speak to the Israelites.”

Exodus | March 12 | Wilderness: Part 4 | Matt Carothers

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 18:1- 23

Verse of the Day: Exodus 18:14 “When his father-in-law saw all that Moses was doing for the people, he said, “What is this you are doing for the people? Why do you alone sit as judge, while all these people stand around you from morning till evening?”

Exodus | March 11 | Wilderness: Part 3 | Isaac Going

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 17:8 -13

Verse of the Day: Exodus 17:12 -13 “When Moses’ hands grew tired, they took a stone and put it under him and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held his hands up—one on one side, one on the other—so that his hands remained steady till sunset. So Joshua overcame the Amalekite army with the sword.”

Exodus | March 10 | Wilderness: Part 2 | Adam Lienhoop

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Read: Exodus 16:31 -36

Verse of the Day: Exodus 16:35 “The Israelites ate manna forty years, until they came to a land that was settled; they ate manna until they reached the border of Canaan.”

Exodus | March 9 | Wilderness: Part 1 | Weston Romine

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 16:1 - 10

Verse of the Day: Exodus 16:10 “While Aaron was speaking to the whole Israelite community, they looked toward the desert, and there was the glory of the LORD appearing in the cloud.”

Exodus | March 8 | The Song of Victory: Part 3 | Mitch Paswater

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 15:22 - 27

Verse of the Day: Exodus 15:24 “The LORD reigns for ever and ever.”

Exodus | March 7 | The Song of Victory: Part 2 | Phil Jensen

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 15:10 - 18

Verse of the Day: Exodus 15:10 “But you blew with your breath, and the sea covered them. They sank like lead in the mighty waters.”

Exodus | March 6 | The Song of Victory: Part 1 | Drew Schiefer

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 15:1 - 9

Verse of the Day: Exodus 15:2 “The LORD is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise him.”

Exodus | March 5 | Freedom: Part 3 | Mark Krenzke

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 14:15 - 3 1

Verse of the Day: Exodus 14:29 “But the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with a wall of water on their right and on their left.”

Exodus | March 4 | Freedom: Part 2 | Brian Smith

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 14: 1-14

Verse of the Day: Exodus 14:14 “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

Exodus | March 3 | Freedom: Part 1 | Kendall Chapple

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 13:17 - 2 2

Verse of the Day: Exodus 13:19 “Moses took the bones of Joseph with him because Joseph had made the Israelites swear an oath. He had said, “God will surely come to your aid, and then you must carry my bones up with you from this place.”

Exodus | March 2 | The Passover: Part 2 | Erik Thomack

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 12:43 - 51

Verse of the Day: Exodus 12:46 “[The lamb] must be eaten inside the house; take none of the meat outside the house. Do not break any of the bones.”

Exodus | March 1 | The Passover: Part 1 | Vivian Ernst

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 12:1 - 1 4

Verse of the Day: Exodus 12:13 “The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are, and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt.”

Exodus | February 29 | The Plagues: Part 5 | Kimberly Carothers

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 11:1 - 8

Verse of the Day: Exodus 11:7 “But among the Israelites not a dog will bark at any person or animal. Then you will know that the LORD makes a distinction between Egypt and Israel.”

Exodus | February 28 | The Plagues: Part 4 | Sarah Weber

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 10:21 - 27

Verse of the Day: Exodus 10:23 "No one could see anyone else or move about for three days. Yet all the Israelites had light in the places where they lived."

Exodus | February 27 | The Plagues: Part 3 | Micah Wettschurack

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 9:1 - 3 4

Verse of the Day: Exodus 9:16 “But I have raised you [Moses] up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth.”

Exodus | February 26 | The Plagues: Part 2 | Kendall Wichman

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 8:16 -19

Verse of the Day: Exodus 8:19 “The magicians said to Pharaoh, “This is the finger of God.” But Pharaoh’s heart was hard and he would not listen, just as the LORD had said.”

Exodus | February 25 | The Plagues: Part 1 | Josie Havenaar

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 8:1 - 10

Verse of the Day: Exodus 8:9 - 10 “Moses said to Pharaoh, “I leave to you the honor of setting the time for me to pray for you and your officials and your people that you and your houses may be rid of the frogs, except for those that remain in the Nile.” “Tomorrow,” Pharaoh said. Moses replied, “It will be as you say, so that you may know there is no one like the LORD our God.”

Exodus | February 24 | Divine Help | Bethany Brenneman

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 6:1- 8

Verse of the Day: Exodus 6:6 “Therefore, say to the Israelites: ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.’”

Exodus | February 23 | Learning to Lament | Heather Krebs

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 5:22 -23

Verse of the Day: Exodus 5:22 -23 “Moses returned to the LORD and said, “Why, LORD, why have you brought trouble on this people? Is this why you sent me? Ever since I went to Pharaoh to speak in your name, he has brought trouble on this people, and you have not rescued your people at all.”

Exodus | February 22 | The Burning Bush: It’s Not in Your Hands | Ali Trueblood

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 4:1-17

Verse of the Day: Exodus 4:7 “Now put [your hand] back into your cloak,” [God] said. So Moses put his hand back into his cloak, and when he took it out, it was restored, like the rest of his flesh.

Exodus | February 21 | The Burning Bush: God Plunders His Enemies | Adam Cline

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 3:13 - 2 2

Verse of the Day: Exodus 3:22 [God said] “Every woman is to ask her neighbor and any woman living in her house for articles of silver and gold and for clothing, which you will put on your sons and daughters. And so you will plunder the Egyptians.”

Exodus | February 20 | The Burning Bush: God Hears You | Bonnie Goodart

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 3:7 - 1 2

Verse of the Day: Exodus 3:7 - “The LORD said, “I have indeed seen the misery of my people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned about their suffering.”

Exodus | February 19 | The Burning Bush: Separated | Josh Van Valkenburg

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 3:1 - 6

Verse of the Day: Exodus 3:5 - “Do not come any closer,” God said. “Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground.”

Exodus | February 18 | God Listens | Ben Eckert

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 2:23 - 2 5

Verse of the Day: Exodus 2:24 - “God heard [Israel’s] groaning and he remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac and with Jacob.”

Exodus | February 17 | Moses and Murder | Ian Scholl

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 2:11 - 2 2
Verse of the Day: Exodus 2:12 - “Looking this way and that and seeing no one, [Moses] killed the Egyptian and hid him in the sand.”

Exodus | February 16 | Moses in the Ark | Evan Elsbury

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 2:1 - 1 0
Verse of the Day: Exodus 2:3 - “But when [Moses’ Mom, Jochebed] could hide him no longer, she got a papyrus basket for him and coated it with tar and pitch. Then she placed the child in it and put it among the reeds along the bank of the Nile.”

Exodus | February 15 | Pharaoh Who? | Katy Krenzke

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:19:00 -0500

Read: Exodus 1:15 - 2 2

Verse of the Day: Exodus 1:15 - “The king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, whose names were Shiphrah and Puah.”

Exodus | February 14 | Rejected | Rick Ralston

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 18:17:00 -0500

Reading: Exodus 1:1 -14

Verse of the Day: Exodus 1:8 - “Then a new king, to whom Joseph meant nothing, came to power in Egypt.”

Grow 5x2: Lent Intro

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Pastor Adam joins Dustin & George for the next few episodes to discuss the Lent series on Exodus. This episode gives an introduction to Lent and the various media that will be used to help listeners grow during this reflective season.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One (wrap-up)

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 22:02:00 -0500

Julie, Dustin, and George wrap up their discussion in the series: Reaching the One - that is sharing the Gospel in our everyday lives with those whom God places around us. We have an awesome gift that God has given to us - in meaningful conversations and blessing others, we open doors to share this gift with others.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One (Potential of Each)

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:08:00 -0500

Julie, Dustin, and George continue their discussion on Reaching the One, but focus on the aspect of the Potential of Each. Join us to consider who in your life you could invest in for the sake of the Kingdom.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One - Compelling Community

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:02:00 -0500

Frequent guest host, Julie Dietrich, continues the conversation with Dustin & George on Reaching the One with the Gospel of Jesus. We discuss specifically the value of establishing a community of caring individuals that is compelling to join.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One-Resilient Faith

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:02:00 -0500

Dustin and George continue their discussion with Julie Dietrich on the topic of Reaching the One. As we share the Gospel, we need to make sure that we have nurtured a Resilient Faith.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 20:57:00 -0500

Dustin and George are joined by semi-regular guest host, Julie Dietrich, to talk about Reaching the One. We will share points from a class that Julie and Dustin have developed to use the 5X2 disciplines to share the love of Christ with others.

Grow 5x2: Hospitality

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 23:17:00 -0500

Jill Carter joins Dustin & George to talk about "Reaching the One" with Hospitality. Jill shares some personal reflections on Christmas - especially in relation to hospitality.

Grow 5x2: Preparation

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:19:00 -0500

Dustin & George are joined by three young ladies from our congregation. Anna, Kiersten, & Sydi are preparing for Christmas - but are also preparing to Confirm their Baptism as they study God's Word and our Lutheran doctrine in our Confirmation Instruction program called Explore.

Grow 5x2: Advent

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:12:00 -0500

Frequent guest host, Julie Dietrich, joins Dustin and George to discuss preparing for Christmas. How will you use this season to share your faith with others?

Grow 5x2: Worship

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:32:00 -0500

Dustin & George are joined by Lisa Deaton, our Volunteer and Guest Support Specialist to discuss worship in general and holiday worship specifically. Lisa shares how her role supports our worshippers and staff as well as how people can get involved.

Grow 5x2: Faith at College

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Dustin & George are joined by two St. Peter's young adults to talk about Christian discipleship as young adults - especially in relationship to the college experience.

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 12:27:00 -0500

Connie McGinty joins Dustin & George in this episode to discuss "Reaching the One". This is one of St. Peter's four motives in our VIsion28. Connie shares her involvement in a Bible group as well as serving at Clarity.

5x2 Recap

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Frequent guest host, Julie Dietrich, joins Dustin and George again to discuss our 5x2 Discipleship approach to growing disciples.

Grow 5x2: Faith in the Home #3

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:38:00 -0500

In the third and final episode in the series on Faith in the Home, Katey Meadows joins Dustin and George. Katey is Kids Ministry Assistant and shares about nurturing faith in her children as well as in her ministry role.

Grow 5x2: Faith in the Home #2

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:36:00 -0400

Desiree Shaw, Director of Kids Ministry, joins Dustin and George to continue talking about Faith in the Home. We especially focus on how parents can nurture the faith of their children.

Grow 5x2: Faith in the Home

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:09:00 -0400

Kyla Rodriguez, Kids Ministry Coordinator, joins Dustin and George to discuss how she has discipled her own children and how other parents can do that as they partner with St. Peter's Kids Ministry.

Grow 5x2: Groups

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 20:18:00 -0400

In this episode, George & Dustin welcome past guests Gretchen Newell and Adam Krebs. Gretchen & Adam discuss their past experience with various "groups" and how the new "Connect Groups" are similar and different.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 8)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400

George & Dustin welcome Carson Williams and Ryan Lienhoop, high school students involved in our Venture Youth Group. Carson & Ryan will be launching a new podcast on the things that are important to teens today.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 7)

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Julie, Dustin, & George wrapped up their discussion on what is being taught in the Sunday Morning Bible Group led by Pastor John & Pastor Adam.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 6)

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:10:00 -0400

Julie, Dustin, & George continue to discuss what is being taught in the Sunday Morning Bible Group led by Pastor John & Pastor Adam.

Grow 5x2: Truth and Grace (week 5)

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:12:00 -0400

In this week's episode, Dustin, Julie, & George define some terms related to our society's current discussion on sexuality and gender. The discussion stems from the topics covered in the Sunday Morning Bible Group on Grace and Truth where they are talking about specific situations in life.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (Rewards)

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:43:00 -0400

Dustin, Julie, and George continue their discussion on Truth & Grace. In this episode, they bring back the topic of rewards in heaven.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 4)

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:16:00 -0400

Julie, Dustin, and George continue to discuss the topic of "Truth & Grace" as covered in the Sunday Morning Bible Group led by Pastor John & Pastor Adam. Today, we consider how we as Christians can live in the tension of Truth and Grace as a witness to those in our lives.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 3)

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 20:41:00 -0400

Dustin, Juie, & George continue to discuss the topic of Truth & Grace as Pastor John & Pastor Adam continue that topic in their Sunday Morning Bible Group. This week, we dig deeper into the meaning of a variety of similar terms - but especially hit on "Truth".

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 2)

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 20:31:00 -0400

Dustin, George, and Julie continue to dig into the topic of Truth & Grace following the outline Pastor John & Pastor Adam are using for their Sunday Morning Bible Group. Week 2 digs deeper into Grace specifically.

Grow 5x2: Truth & Grace (week 1)

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0400

In week 1 of an 8-week series, Dustin & George are joined by guest host, Julie Dietrich. We will be discussing "Truth & Grace" - a topic being discussed with Pastor John & Pastor Adam in one of our adult Sunday Morning Bible Groups.

Grow 5x2: Serving God in Church Work

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 21:01:00 -0400

Chad Kelly returns to talk with George & Dustin about his summer serving as youth intern here at St. Peter's. Chad shares lessons learned on serving God in the mission field and in everyday work.

Grow 5x2: Pastors - Year’s Highlights

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Pastor Adam & Pastor John join George & Dustin to share last year's highlights as well as what we can look forward to for the upcoming year.

Grow 5x2: On Mission

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 23:42:00 -0400

Dustin and George are joined by Mindy Chapple, Associate Director of Youth Ministry. Mindy will share her experiences about Mission Trips and how being on mission should be part of everyone's discipleship path.

Grow 5x2: Being a Christian in Medicine

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 22:26:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin and George are joined by Rick Powell, St. Peter's elder, and a physician's assistant. We continue our discussion of living out our Christian faith in our vocations as Rick shares how faith has played into his career in medicine.

Grow 5x2: Being a Christian in Farming

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:55:00 -0400

Caleb Wolff joins Dustin & George to discuss "Being a Christian in Farming". Caleb has been an active member at St. Peter's for 21 years and farms in Bartholomew County.

Grow 5x2: Being a Christian in Public Education

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 16:08:00 -0400

Dustin and George are joined by Amy Elsbury to discuss being a Christian in public education. Amy has deep family roots in St. Peter's and has served in many ways in our congregation, but also as a Christian teacher in public schools.

Grow 5x2: Being in Christian in Politics

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:41:00 -0400

Barb Hackman joins Dustin & George to discuss "Being a Christian in Politics". Barb is a lifelong resident of Bartholomew County, a long-term St. Peter's member, and an elected official in Bartholomew County government.

Grow 5x2: Being a Christian in Business

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:56:00 -0400

George & Dustin are joined by Ike Dougherty, long-time St. Peter's member and current Chair of the Church Council. Ike will share about being a Christian in the business world!

Grow 5x2: Christian Education

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400

This week Dustin and George talk with our school principal, Paul Meredith about Christian Education.

Grow 5x2: On Mission

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 21:58:00 -0400

Chad Kelly is this week's guest. Chad is a young adult member of St. Peter's and will be serving as a Youth Ministry Intern this Summer. Chad shares how participating in mission trips and Sunday youth nights led him to go into full-time church work.

Grow 5x2: Discipleship

Tue, 30 May 2023 13:24:00 -0400

Nancy Conner joins Dustin & George to talk about discipleship in her life. Nancy is a retired teacher and long-time member of St. Peter's.

Grow 5x2: Going on Mission

Tue, 23 May 2023 21:02:00 -0400

Dustin and George are joined by Debi & Tom Going. The Going's share their experiences in the foreign mission fields as well as how we can all be on mission wherever we are.

Grow 5x2: Home Discipleship (week 5)

Tue, 16 May 2023 21:11:00 -0400

Dustin and George welcome Julie & Gary Busse to continue our discussion of Home Discipleship. Julie & Gary share their faith journey as well as an emotional story about their children.

Grow 5x2: Home Discipleship (week 4)

Tue, 09 May 2023 21:30:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin & George are joined by Casey & Ben Elsbury. With deep roots in St. Peter's, this young couple shares how they continue to stay connected to Christ through their discipleship practices.

Grow 5x2: Home Discipleship (week 3)

Tue, 02 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin & George welcome Rachel Kuhlman, Sylvia Sasse, and Abbi Schiefer - high school juniors from St. Peter's. These young ladies share great testimonies of faith as they share their discipleship at home, church, and school.

Grow 5x2: Home Discipleship (week 2)

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:31:00 -0400

In this week's podcast, Dustin & George are joined by Adam Krebs and Jacob Phillips. Adam & Jacob are young men who are active in the life of St. Peter's. They discuss how their Christian upbringing and faith practices keep them connected to Christ and our congregation.

Grow 5x2: Home Discipleship (week 1)

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:38:00 -0400

John Sims, PE teacher and Athletic Director for St. Peter's Lutheran School joins George & Dustin in this episode as we continue to talk about 5x2 discipleship in the home. John shares stories about growing up in a pastor's home as well as how he is nurturing his own children to grow in their faith!

Grow 5x2: Easter Memories

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 21:31:00 -0400

Gretchen Newell joins Dustin & George in this week's podcast as we talk about Easter. Gretchen shares some of her Easter memories as well as a beautiful Hope for the Resurrection for all believers through Jesus!

Grow 5x2: Reaching the One

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:36:00 -0400

Grow 5x2: Potential of Each Person

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 12:44:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin and George are joined by Carrie Becker, 4th Grade teacher at St. Peter's Lutheran School. Carrie shares her perspective on seeing and encouraging the "Potential of Each Person".

Grow 5x2: Resilient Faith

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin & George are joined by Mike Jessop, Director of Youth Ministries at St. Peter's. We will be discussing "Resilient Faith" and how to develop the faith that can stand up to the storms of our lives.

Grow 5x2: Compelling Community

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 22:42:00 -0400

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Allie Luken about "Compelling Community". Allie is relatively new to St. Peter's - a young mom - and a 5th-grade teacher in our public schools.

Grow 5x2: Growing Deeper

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:50:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Jake Cronauer about "Growing Deeper". Jake will share some of the tools that he has used to grow in his faith.

Content warning: Jake shares some personal details about fertility issues that may be sensitive for some listeners.

Grow 5x2: Growing Younger

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Ashlynn Waddle and Josie Havenaar, active youth in Venture at St. Peter's, to discuss "Growing Younger". Ashlynn and Josie share how they have grown spiritually through serving others and participating in mission trips.

Grow 5x2: Vision 2028

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 12:54:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Pastor John Cordrey who explains how we arrived at a Vision for the future ministry of St. Peter's and what the next steps are. We are all encouraged to be a part of the Mission that Jesus gave us to spread the Gospel.

Grow 5x2: Blessing Others

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 22:59:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Lindsey Fugill, our Music & Worship Specialist, about using our time, talent, and treasure generously. Lindsey shares how she has used her musical ability to bless others.

Grow 5x2: Money Matters

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:25:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Scott Schumacher, our Director of Discipleship, about Money Matters. Scott shares practical ways to be wise managers of the treasure God has given us so that we can demonstrate generosity.

Grow 5x2: The Path

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:01:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk to Dean O'Neal, our former Production Specialist and podcast producer. Dean shares how God has guided his path to come to faith and then to use his talents to bless others. We can reflect on "the path" on which God has led each of us through in our lives.

Grow 5x2: Worship

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk with Daniel Bodemann, our Contemporary Music Specialist, about worship. Where does music fit in? What makes worship "real"? How do we worship in our personal lives?

Ready, Set, Go: Episode 3

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Temptation" from the sermon series Ready, Set, Go with their guest, Gretchen Newell.

Ready, Set, Go: Episode 2

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:02:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Baptism" from the sermon series Ready, Set, Go with their guest, Julie Dietrich.

Ready, Set, Go: Episode 1

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 21:52:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Motherhood connected to the birth of Jesus and John the Baptist" from the sermon series Ready, Set, Go with their guest, Dallas Louis, Christian author, and speaker.

Christmas Stuff

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 21:45:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Christmas Stuff" with their guest, Pastor Adam.

Wish List: Love

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 21:38:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Love through Intimacy" from the sermon series Wish List with their guests, Desiree Shaw and Julie Dietrich.

Wish List: Joy

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:47:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Joy through Authenticity" from the sermon series Wish List with their guest, Lisa Newton, Life Works Counselor.

Wish List: Peace

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:38:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Peace through Repentance" from the sermon series Wish List with their guest, Pastor Tim Carter.

Wish List: Hope

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:17:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George discuss "Hope through Fulfillment" from the sermon series Wish List with their guest, Tim Ferguson.

Wish List Introduction

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 21:45:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk about the Advent sermon series, Wish List, with their guest, Pastor John Cordrey.

Grow 5x2: Vision

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:44:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George talk about the 5x2 process at St. Peter’s with their guest, Pastor Adam Rodriguez, Director of Adult Discipleship.

Grow 5x2 (special edition)

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:33:00 -0500

In this episode, George and Dustin talk with some of our 6th-grade students about Operation Christmas Child and how it has helped them grow in their faith.

Grow 5x2 Introduction

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:39:00 -0500

In this episode, Dustin and George share the St. Peter’s Grow 5x2 history and strategy.

Dare to Answer: Love (Episode 8)

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:55:00 -0400

In this final episode, George and Dustin discuss Love and the question "Do you truly love me?" with their guest, Desiree Shaw.

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Jesus and Something with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the Deep Fake: Jesus and Something with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

Grow 5x2: Christians in Vocation - Penny Houchin

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George welcome Penny Houchin fairly new to our staff as the Financial Specialist. Penny shares a little about her past, what her job entails, and how she feeds herself spiritually.

Grow 5x2: Christians in Vocation - Molly Humes

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Dustin & George welcome Molly Humes who is the Administrative Specialist at St. Peter's. Molly shares a little about herself, what her job entails, and how she blesses others everyday at work.

Genesis - Three Visitors

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Dustin, Julie, & George continue discussing our Summer series on Genesis. This episode discusses how Abraham received two announcements from some special visitors.

Genesis - Abraham Tested

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Julie, Dustin, & George continue discussing our Summer series on Genesis. This episode examines how Abraham was asked to make a great sacrifice.

Grow 5x2: Genesis - Jacob and Esau Meeting

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

The discussion of our Summer series continues with guest host Julie Dietrich joining Dustin and George. In this episode, we look at a potentially dangerous reunion between brothers.

Grow 5x2: Genesis - Joseph Part 2

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Dustin, George, and guest host Julie Dietrich wrap up the book of Genesis looking at Joseph being reunited with his family. We see the hand of God working through bad situations to accomplish His Purpose.

Grow 5x2: Genesis - Joseph: Part 1

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Dustin, Julie, & George continue discussing our Summer series on Genesis. This is the first episode discussing Joseph and the familiar details of his life.

Dare to Answer: Generosity (Episode 7)

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 20:10:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Generosity and the question, "Will you give me a drink?" with their guest, Staci Schiefer.

Dare to Answer: Wealth (Episode 6)

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 20:45:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Wealth and the question, “How many loaves do you have?” with their guest, Eric Robbins.

Dare to Answer: Forgiveness (Episode 5)

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:23:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Forgiveness and the question, “Do you see this woman?” with their guest, Pastor Tim Carter, Director of Life Care.

Disclaimer: This episode contains sensitive material.

Dare to Answer: Identity (Episode 4)

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 21:07:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Identity and the question, “What is your name?” with their guest, David Luken.

Dare to Answer: Wholeness (Episode 3)

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:30:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Wholeness and the question, “Do you want to get well?” with their guest, Jan Kiel, Director of Life Works.

Disclaimer: This episode contains sensitive material regarding addictions.

Dare to Answer: Fear (Episode 2)

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:34:00 -0400

Roger Watters, St. Peter's Elder, is our guest discussing Fear based on our second question – Why are you so afraid?" (Mark 4:35-40) The discussion covers daily fears and phobias, then digs into why Christians aren’t bolder for Christ in sharing our faith with others.

Dare to Answer: Desire (Episode 1)

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 20:51:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin discuss Desire and the question, “What do you want?” with their guest, Tim Ferguson. Tim is a Life Works Counselor.

Disclaimer: This episode contains sensitive material regarding addictions.

Dare to Answer Introduction

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 17:24:00 -0400

In this episode, George Denholm and Dustin Weber talk with Pastor John Cordrey about the Dare to Answer sermon series.

Deep Fake Deep Faith: MTD with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the Deep Fake: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Narcissistianity with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the Deep Fake: Narcissistianity with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Prosperity Gospel with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss the Deep Fake: Prosperity Gospel with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

Deep Fake Deep Faith: Wrap-up with Pastor Matthew Richard

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin wrap up the Deep Fake Deep Faith series with special guest Pastor Matthew Richard. Pastor Richard is pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota and the author of "Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: 12 False Christs."

We Believe: Three Solas

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin welcome special guest host Julie Dietrich as they discuss the new series "We Believe" which covers what we believe in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. In this episode they focus their discussion on the three solas.

We Believe: Sacraments

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

We Believe: Confirmation/Vocation

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

We Believe: Baptism

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin welcome special guest host Julie Dietrich as they discuss the series "We Believe" which covers what we believe in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. In this episode they focus their discussion on diving deeper into the topic of Baptism.

We Believe: Communion

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Christians in Vocation: Missionaries

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

During this episode, George and Dustin talk with with Nathan and Sarah Federwitz who are receiving missionary training with Lutheran Bible Translators. To learn more about Nathan and Sarah or to support them, visit lbt.org/nsfederwitz

5x2 Review

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin discuss and review the 5x2 spiritual disciplines.

Meet the Staff: Phoebe Bergt

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Dustin & George talk with Phoebe Bergt, the new Kids Ministry Specialist at St. Peter's. Phoebe shares some of her life, her current role at St. Peter's, and how she resonates with the 5x2 discipleship model.

Christian Youth Podcast

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin are joined by Columbus East senior Kendall Chapple as she talks about starting a Youth Ministry podcast as part of her senior project.

Christmas Episode

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Join George and Dustin for a special Christmas episode as they talk with a few staff members about some of their Christmas favorites.

Gospel of Matthew: Introduction

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Adam to introduce the new series that will go through the Gospel of Matthew.

Matthew 1

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin discuss Matthew chapter 1 with Jon Spagnuolo.

Matthew 2

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin dive into chapter 2 of Matthew with Michelle Bauman.

Matthew 3

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 3 with Pastor Andrew Currao.

Matthew 4

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Hannah Mielke to cover Matthew chapter 4.

Matthew 5

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin discuss Matthew chapter 5 with Staci Schiefer.

Matthew 6

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Tim as they discuss Matthew chapter 6.

Matthew 7

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Daniel Bodemann joins George and Dustin as they discuss Matthew chapter 7.

Matthew 8

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin welcome Pastor John to the podcast as they talk about Matthew 8.

Matthew 9

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 9 with Cheryl Carothers.

Matthew 10

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Geordie Denholm to cover Matthew chapter 10.

Matthew 11

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew chapter 11 with Eric Pankow.

Matthew 12

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Pastor Adam and Dustin are joined by Pastor Alarik Morris to discuss Matthew 12.

Matthew 13

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Mike Jessop joins George and Dustin as they discuss Matthew chapter 13.

Matthew 14

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 14 with Aaron Littmann.

Matthew 15

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Conner Forbes as they discuss Matthew chapter 15.

Matthew 16

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 16 with Reverend Dr. Richard Stuckwisch, president of the LCMS Indiana District.

Matthew 17

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Pastor Nicholas González joins George and Dustin as they discuss Matthew chapter 17.

Matthew 18

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin are joined by Deaconess Michele Doel and Pastor Brian Doel as they discuss Matthew chapter 18.

Matthew 19

Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 19 with Devan Arntson.

Matthew 20

Tue, 20 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Scott Schumacher joins George and Dustin as they discuss Matthew chapter 20.

Matthew 21

Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 21 with Pastor Caleb Weight.

Matthew 22

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Gene Ernst to cover Matthew chapter 22.

Matthew 23

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Pastor Adam discuss Matthew 23 with Pastor Jimmy Rodriguez.

Matthew 24

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Daniel Fickenscher to cover Matthew chapter 24.

Matthew 25

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew chapter 25 with Pastor John Armstrong.

Matthew 26

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Pastor Joshua Haugen joins George and Dustin as they discuss Matthew chapter 26.

Matthew 27

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew chapter 27 with Pastor Bill Grueninger.

Matthew 28

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin discuss Matthew 28 with Pastor Jeremy Schultz.

Matthew Recap

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Adam Rodriguez to recap the Matthew series.

5x2

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Julie Dietrich joins George and Dustin to discuss the 5x2 discipleship approach.

Life to the Fullest: Introduction

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Pastor John joins George and Dustin to introduce the series: Life to the Fullest.

Life to the Fullest: Heart of God

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Caleb Maley joins George and Dustin as they discuss the topic Heart of God from the Life to the Fullest series.

Life to the Fullest: Mission of God/Body of Christ

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin welcome Ian Package to the podcast to discuss the Mission of God with a focus on how God accomplishes this through the Body of Christ.

Life to the Fullest: Real People Real Church

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

George and Dustin are joined by Barb Hackman and Liana Lienhoop to discuss the topic Real People Real Church from the Life to the Fullest series.

Life to the Fullest: Faithful Families

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, George and Dustin are joined by Pastor Gene Ernst and Pastor Tom Going to discuss the topic Faithful Families from the series Life to the Fullest.

Life to the Fulllest: Investing

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400

George and guest host, Pastor Adam, talk to Nick Combs about Investing. Nick is a St. Peter's member and financial consultant.

LIfe to the Fullest: Inviting

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Life to the Fullest: Praying Church

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Guest Bob Bense talks about his personal prayer life and how prayer is a blessing in private and with others.

Life to the Fullest: Everyday Missionaries

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Growing Up: Peter

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Megan Suhre, teacher at St. Peter's, joins Julie & George to discuss how Peter matured in his faith.

Growing Up: John

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400

MIcah McCormick, teacher at St. Peter's, joins Julie & George to discuss how John matured in his faith.

Growing Up: Paul

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Jessica Trueblood, teacher at St. Peter's, joins Julie & George to discuss how Paul matured in his faith.

Life to the Fullest: Younger/Deeper

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Life to the Fullest: Growing Younger & Deeper

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Growing Up: Confirmation

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Liz Collins, school counselor at St. Peter's, and Trevor & Thomas Ernst, St. Peter's Youth, join Julie & George to discuss how Holy Communion and Confirmation instruction have helped then as they grew in their faith.

Snapshots - Connection

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

St. Peter's members, Heather Krebs and Brooke Case, join Julie and George to begin this series looking at the Connection we have through the work of Jesus. We celebrate All Saints Day knowing that we will be reconnected with loved ones for eternity with Jesus.

Snapshots - Resources

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Kelly Daugherty, Executive Director of Love Chapel, joins Julie and George to discuss how God provides rich resources through His people.

Snapshots: Confidence

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Austin Finney, counselor at St. Peter's LifeWorks, joins Julie and George to discuss how trusting in God helped his family weather the storm of major illness in his family.

Clothing: A Foretaste

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Pastor Bill Grueninger, former vicar - now youth Pastor at St. Paul, Decatur, IL, joins Julie and George remotely to discuss how God provided coverings for Adam and Eve following the Fall just as Jesus provides coverings for us in His atoning death.

Clothing: Repentance

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Gene Ernst, retired pastor and director of the local Orphan Grain Train branch, joins Julie and George to discuss how clothing reflects an attitude of sadness and repentance.

Clothing: Righteousness

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Clothing: Enviable

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

God Speaks: Intro

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Rev. Dr. Rich Rudowski, Executive Director of Lutheran Bible Translators (LBT) joins Pastor Adam and George to discuss the work of LBT and how St. Peter's will utilize some of their materials on 2 Timothy 3:14-17 on utilizing Scripture in our lives.

God Speaks: Teaching

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

As we continue our series based on 1 Timothy 3:16-17, Pastor Joshua Haugen from Trinity Lutheran High School joins Julie and George to discuss how Scripture and the faith are taught in our Lutheran schools as well as in our congregations. This will be the topic of the sermon on January 25.

God Speaks: Rebuking Lies

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

As we continue our series based on 1 Timothy 3:16-17, Aaron Littman from St Peter's staff joins Julie and George to discuss how Scripture can be trusted to be God's inerrant Word. This will be the topic of the sermon on February 1.

God Speaks: Correction

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Pastor Doug Bauman, senior pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Columbus, joins Julie and George to discuss how God Speaks through His Word to correct our Christian behavior so we can glorify Him and witness to others effectively. This will be the topic of the sermon on February 8.

God Speaks: Righteous Training

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500

As we continue our series based on 1 Timothy 3:16-17, Roger Watters, a St Peter's elder, joins Julie and George to discuss how Scripture can be used to show us how to live righteous lives that witness to others. This will be the topic of the sermon on February 8.

Versus: Old Self vs New Self

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Pastor Todd Riordan, senior pastor at Grace Lutheran in Columbus joins Julie and George to discuss how we are at the same time saints and sinners - redeemed, but still tempted. This episode is part of our series that covers the topics in our Connect Group materials as well as sermons during Feb-Apr.

Versus: Consumption vs. Generosity

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Scott Schumacher, St. Peter's member and Executive Director of the Indiana Lutheran Scholarship Granting Organization, joins Julie and George to discuss how everything we have belongs to God. This should lead us to extravagant generosity rather than just consumption of more stuff. This episode is part of our series that covers the topics in our Connect Group materials as well as sermons during Feb-Apr.

Versus: Weak vs. Strong

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Chad Kelly, St. Peter's member currently serving a Director of Christian Education internship in Omaha, joins Julie and George to discuss how God's uses our weakness to accomplish His goals. This episode is part of our series that covers the topics in our Connect Group materials as well as sermons during Feb-Apr.

Versus: Success vs. Sacrifice

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Conner Forbes, previous St. Peter's member who is now a pastor in New York, joins Julie and George to discuss how God's way includes sacrifice not the things that the world considers success. This episode is part of our series that covers the topics in our Connect Group materials as well as sermons during Feb-Apr.

Versus: Foolish vs. Wise

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Yuliia Dibka-Phillips joins Julie and George to discuss how God sees those who reject Him as foolish. Yuliia will share her experience as a refugee from the war in Ukraine. This episode is part of our series that covers the topics in our Connect Group materials as well as sermons during Feb-Apr.

Versus: Feelings vs. Means

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Versus: Temporal vs. Eternal

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Pastor Andrew Currao from Redeemer Lutheran in Seymour joins the podcast to discuss those things which are eternal versus what is just temporal.

Versus: Control vs. Surrender

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Gene Ernst, retired pastor and director of the local Orphan Grain Train branch, joins Julie and George to discuss how Christians need to lose their need for control and surrender to the will of God.

Versus: Expedience vs. Obedience

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Michelle Bauman, member at St. Paul Lutheran in Columbus and National Director of Y4Life and YA For Life at Lutherans for Life, joins Julie and George to discuss how the world pushes us to use expedience, but God wants obedience.