Reslife Access

On this episode, Carissa and Anthony share about their journey in a relationship together, how they worked through challenges, and how they prepared for a relationship.

We prepare for almost everything in life, but it seems that when it comes to dating we fly by the seat of our pants. In this message Pastor Jake gives some practical steps to prepare yourself for a Christ centered relationship.

Pastor Jake breaks down the stages of dating and gives practical insight on how to approach each stage. He talks about low risk dating, defining the relationship, sexual and emotional boundaries and what NOT to do when you end a relationship.

Pastor Ben and Kendra Lepsch share insights from their dating journey. Get ready for some major wisdom, lots of laughs and inspiration on how to date in a way that honors Jesus.

We live in a world that is filled with jealousy, discontentment, worry, anxiety and hustle. Jesus teaches in the sermon on the mount the greatest teaching on contentment and living in peace. Pastor Jake breaks down Jesus' teaching to highlight how we can live a lifestyle of contentment.

On this episode, we are joined by Access leaders Zack Girschle and Aliyah Hall to talk about dating relationships. Zack and Aliyah reflect on their experience of becoming a couple as well as share some insight on how they worked through the issues they have faced in their relationship.

On this episode, we are joined by Access leaders Melanie Lorts and Abby Austin as well as special guest Brad Klaver from Winning at Home. The topic is singleness. Here we talk about vocation versus seasons, practical tips for identifying wounds, and our thoughts and experiences with Biblical community. Join us as we dive into a great conversation on our role in the family of God as individuals and so much more.

On this episode, we pick up at the end of chapter 3 focusing on the topic of slavery. As we wrestle with the question, “Does the Bible condone slavery?” We discuss our cultural view of slavery and how it affects our interpretation of the Bible as well as God’s heart for people revealed in the old testament laws about slavery.

On this episode, we focus on submission. With a topic as controversial as "wives submit to your husbands," we address the issues this passage has caused in society while also diving into what biblical submission looks like for not only women but men as well. Click here for a great conversation on submission, marriage roles, Christ's example and much more.

On this episode we dive into what it looks like to set our minds on things above. As we dive into the cultural ramifications of being a Christian back then, we discuss what it looks like to live as a follower of Jesus in the most practical of ways today. Through this passage we discover that we are called to set aside our differences as people, and live united in our love for God and for one another.

On this episode, we dive into what it really looks like to be allegiant to Christ. We know that our comfort is not of this world and that Christ is our life. By looking at this section of Colossians 2, we can reflect on what is looks like to have a simple devotion to Christ and not to the rules laid out by culture and religion.

On this episode, Nate shares with us his journey of growing with the Lord. Through the divorce of his parents, Nate internalized many emotions and feelings and in a major way lost his sense of identity. Check out his story of discovering God and growing with him everyday in his new life with Christ.

On this episode, Kyme shares her story of battling depression, suicidal thoughts, drinking, and more, and how God turned her life around. From going through counseling, being sent to a Christian mental hospital, and living alone as a high school student, Kyme identifies key moments where God moved in her life. Check out her story here!

On this episode, Anthony shares with us the story of his upbringing. After moving from state to state, being fought over in a custody battle, and getting involved in the world of drugs, Anthony encountered God at a Christian conference, and has been chasing after God ever since. Listen to his story here!

On this episode, Kyle shares his story of coming back to Jesus after years of drinking and partying. After multiple DUI's, losing his job, and being spiritually, mentally, and physically depleted, Kyle found redemption by diving into the Word and spending time with Jesus every day. Listen to his story here!

On this episode, Elaan, Kenzie, Ginesa & Maggie, have a real conversation about stewarding their sex drive as single women. Through sharing their experiences and perspectives, they bring practical application on how to steward their sex drive in a way that honors the Lord. Resources: Single, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age - Ben Stuart Captivating - John Eldredge and Stasi Eldredge Wild at Heart - John Eldredge moralrevolution.com

On this episode, Alec, Kyle, Anthony, and Blake, tackle the topic of what it looks like for men to steward their God-given sex drive. Using personal stories and experiences, they share their perspectives on how to live healthily in a world full of sexual temptation.

On this episode, we will be discussing relationship with Christ, the fine sounding arguments referenced in the Bible that are still taking place today, spiritual circumcision, and more through the first 15 verses of Colossians 2.

On this episode, Pastor Jake walks us through the last verses of Colossians 1 to close out the chapter. Through this passage, we'll be diving into our reconciliation through Christ, Paul's afflictions for the church, and what Christ in you the hope of glory looks like.

On this episode, Pastor Jake, alongside Alec and Bethany, will continue to dive into the biblical context behind the letter of Colossians. Through these verses we will discuss the topics of Christ as the head of the church, the historical context of the roman empire, our reconciliation through Christ Jesus, and more.