This podcast features talks given at Local Church St. Pete. We are a community of people humbled by the grace and love of Jesus located in the heart of St. Pete, FL. Visit us online at www.localchurchstpete.com.
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Their faith was a hollow shell - empty and rooted in tradition - and they were leading others astray. In Matthew 15:1-20, the religious leaders put man-made traditions ahead of God’s Word, making their rules the foundation of worship and a requirement for purity. Jesus isn’t having it. What comes next is not only highly offensive, it’s incredibly necessary – as he goes beneath the surface,…
It’s a story of faith when afraid; of trust in the face of terror. Matthew 14:22-33 invites us, in the midst of our fear and doubt, to rest in Jesus’ presence and power. The early church held onto it as a picture of a life of faith. We’re called to do the same. Will you settle for a “safe” life - crippled by fear? Or will you step into the storm and move toward Jesus, holding onto his every word –…
Local stories are stories of God's grace at work in the lives of those who are a part of Local Church St. Pete. We want to highlight his activity and celebrate his grace.
We’ve all experienced times of tragedy when all we want to do is retreat and be alone. In Matthew 14, immediately after one of Jesus’ best friends has been murdered, he wants to be alone but the crowds are pressing in. The compassion he shows and provision he brings not only meet them where they are but reveal who he truly is.
Do you understand? This is a common question teachers ask students to make sure they grasp the lesson. True understanding is revealed by how the student performs on their test. After sharing his final parable in Matthew 13, Jesus asks his disciples, “have you understood all these things?” We too must answer Jesus' question. However, this is not merely an academic or intellectual question. Those…
We've all read the headlines that cause our stomachs to drop. When you read the ancient prophet Hosea, it can feel like one of those headlines - a story of heartbreak, betrayal, and self-destruction. But it's there, in the midst of humanity's deepest brokenness and rejection, that the God of the Bible responds with relentless mercy and love. Just when you think all hope is lost, God’s…
What if the way you handle money is one of the most spiritual things about you? Generosity isn't just a financial decision — it's a formation practice that shapes the soul. In this class, we'll explore what Scripture says about living with open hands, why Jesus talked about money more than almost any other topic, and how cultivating generosity break the grip of fear and scarcity in our lives.
I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.
God loves you. But are you convinced? If we’re not careful, those words can lose all meaning. Hosea was a prophet to the nation of Israel thousands of years ago. His ministry was as personal as one could get. The anguish of a husband betrayed and his gut-wrenching journey to get his wife back – that is the picture the ancient prophet Hosea gives us of God’s relentless love. Will we allow that…
When God calls us to Himself, He also calls us into a people. Scripture describes the church as “fellow citizens,”“members of the household of God,” and a “dwelling place for God by the Spirit”. Community is not optional—it is central to the Christian life and God’s plan for the world. Yet for many, it is also one of the most difficult parts of following Jesus. This class will explore the…