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What does it really mean to prepare the way for the Lord? In this episode of Between Sermons, the team dives into Luke 3 and the powerful message of John the Baptist—a call to repentance that was never meant to be comfortable, but transformational. As they unpack the historical context and spiritual weight of John’s ministry, the conversation explores what repentance truly looks like today, why preparing our hearts matters before G...

In this episode of Between Sermons, we unpack a powerful truth many of us don’t like to hear: God often develops you in private before He ever promotes you in public. As we continue walking through Luke, this conversation explores identity, calling, obedience, and the wilderness seasons that shape our character long before anyone applauds it. From wrestling with comparison and visibility to understanding why hidden growth matters, ...

In this episode of Between Sermons, we dive into Luke 2 and unpack the deeper meaning behind the birth of Jesus. Was Jesus really born on December 25th? What’s the controversy surrounding Luke’s historical accuracy? And what does God’s sovereignty actually mean in our everyday lives? From theological questions about free will and prophecy to the humility of Christ’s birth in a manger, this conversation explores how the “Christmas s...

What do you do when God says something that sounds impossible? In this live episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti’heasha Beasley, and Ariane Ogunlana unpack the second half of Luke chapter 1 and explore what it really looks like to move in faith “because God said so.” From Mary running to Elizabeth for confirmation, to prophetic promises being fulfilled after 400 years of silence, to Zechariah’s obedience unlocking h...

What does it really mean to be a disciple—and how do you live that out beyond Sunday mornings? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay sits down with David and Ti’heasha Beasley to unpack what real discipleship looks like in everyday life. They explore the difference between being taught and being discipled, why following Jesus requires devotion, discipline, and duplication, and how community plays a vital role in s...

Kicking off 2026, the Between Sermons crew sits down for an honest, practical conversation about prayer, fasting, and what it really means to hear God clearly. In this episode, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Asa Slaughter, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack the heart behind fasting—not as a religious routine or New Year’s diet, but as a spiritual discipline that helps believers humble themselves, grow in devotion, and draw closer to God.

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What happens when helping people turns into carrying burdens God never asked you to carry? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Sol McQuay, Pastor Asa, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack the final message of the Red Flags series by tackling the Savior Complex—the subtle but exhausting belief that it’s our job to fix, rescue, or control the outcomes of the people we love. Through honest stories, humor, and deep biblical wisdom, they...

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Priti dive into one of the most relatable topics in our everyday lives: communication red flags. Inspired by Pastor Chris’ message, the team talks honestly about why we say things the way we do, how childhood patterns follow us into adulthood, and why so many of us struggle with defensiveness, harsh language, avoidance, or shutting down. Using the life of David as a p...

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Lashon dive into one of the most real and relatable topics in our faith journey—our emotions. Kicking off the new Red Flags series, the team gets honest about anger, frustration, rejection, insecurity, and the emotional patterns we inherit or ignore. Using the story of Jonah as a mirror, they explore why our feelings aren’t the problem—it's when those emotions start c...

What happens when God completely takes over a Sunday service? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Jason unpack the powerful move of God that stopped the 10:30 service in its tracks — a moment of awe, surrender, and unmistakable presence. Using this experience as a backdrop, the team dives deeper into the final message of the Christian Atheist series: The Fear of the Lord. They break down what bib...

Is the Bible really trustworthy? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Carlton McCarthy tackle one of the most common struggles in faith—believing in God but not fully trusting His Word. Together, they break down misconceptions about the Bible’s reliability, authorship, and accuracy while addressing modern-day skepticism fueled by social media and culture. From the story of “Doubting Thomas” to how...

What does it mean to believe in God... but live like He doesn’t exist? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Marcus Ivy open the Christian Atheist series with a conversation that’s funny, raw, and powerfully convicting. From dust-covered Bibles and emotional idolatry to social media obsession and selective obedience, the team unpacks 15 real-life ways we sometimes claim faith but live without surrender. T...

What does it really mean to live surrendered to God? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Tiffany Hines close out the For the One Missions Series with a conversation that hits deep. From confronting Americanized Christianity to redefining what “missions” actually means, the team reflects on how guest speaker L. Fields challenged our comfort zones and reminded us that the gospel—not good works—is the miss...

What does it mean to be the bacon in your faith? In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Pastor Harry, and Ti’heasha continue the conversation about our For the One Missions Series with stories that will make you laugh, cry, and want to pack your bags for the next trip. 

From Siberia to Kenya to Israel, they share unforgettable moments of ministry, miracles, and lessons learned—like why missions is...

What does it really mean to live “For the One”? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Asa open the For the One missions series with a powerful and down-to-earth conversation about the heartbeat of global missions at Disciples Church. They share the story behind our church’s missions legacy, how it all began with a family of missionaries, and why the call to “go into all the world” still matters tod...

What does it really mean to cast your cares on God and stand firm in your faith? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and special guest Pastor Jennifer Parks close out the 1 Peter series with an authentic conversation about humility, leadership, anxiety, and spiritual warfare. They unpack Peter’s final encouragement to the church—to resist the enemy, stay humble, and trust that God will restore, confirm, str...

Is it possible to live holy without becoming “holier-than-thou”? In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley, Pastor Carlton McCarthy, and David Beasley keep it real about temptation, conviction, and what it truly means to suffer like Christ. They unpack 1 Peter 4, talking about how sin often starts with “small sips,” why holiness is about progress—not perfection—and how love and service keep us grounded. From drinking pa...

What does submission really mean in marriage—and how does it apply if you’re single? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Tiffany Hines dive into 1 Peter 3 with an honest and practical conversation about marriage, respect, and faith. Together, they unpack what it looks like to honor and trust your spouse, why mutual submission makes relationships thrive, and how a gentle and quiet spirit doesn’t mean shr...

What does it really look like to live out your faith in a world full of division, distractions, and struggles? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Harry continue our study through 1 Peter by unpacking chapter 2. Together, they break down five practical action steps Peter gives believers: put away sin, crave God’s Word, proclaim Jesus, win the war against the flesh, and honor everyone—even when i...