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What If Worry Is Really a Trust Problem? | Luke 12

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What happens when you’re constantly thinking about money, your future, what you don’t have—or how to hold on to what you already have?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley, Pastor Brent McQuay, and Tiffany Hines unpack Luke 12 and have an honest conversation about greed, worry, generosity, contentment, anxiety, and learning to trust God with what comes next.

Jesus tells the story of a wealthy man who keeps building bigger barns, convinced that more possessions will fin...

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Christian Integrity | Does Your Life Match What You Say You Believe?

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What happens when what you say you believe doesn’t match the way you actually live?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley, Pastor Brent McQuay, and Pastor Sol McQuay continue the conversation from Luke 12 and unpack hypocrisy, integrity, people-pleasing, compromise, character, and what it really means to live as a disciple of Jesus.

The conversation gets practical as they talk about the “little” things we often dismiss—white lies, exaggerating to make ourselves look better, saying “I’...

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Missions Isn’t Optional: Why Every Christian Should Go

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What if missions isn’t just for missionaries, but part of what it means to follow Jesus?

In this special episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay sits down with Disciples Church founding pastors Jerry and Chris McQuay for an honest conversation about more than 50 years of missions, ministry, sacrifice, obedience, and the people who changed their lives along the way.

From prison stories in Iran and ministry in Russia, Cambodia, the Philippines, Africa, and beyond, they share the moments that...

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You Can Look Like a Good Christian and Still Be Spiritually Unhealthy

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Can you pray, serve, go to church, know Scripture, and do all the “right” Christian things—and still be spiritually unhealthy?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley sits down with Pastor Brent McQuay and Pastor Carlton McCarthy for an honest conversation about Luke 11, the Pharisees, hypocrisy, spiritual health, pride, leadership, conviction, and the condition of our hearts.

Jesus challenged religious leaders who looked righteous on the outside while ignoring what was happening within. And that rai...

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When God Doesn’t Give You a Sign | Can You Still Trust Him?

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What do you do when you’re praying, believing, and waiting—but God still doesn’t give you the sign, healing, or answer you were hoping for?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley, Pastor Brent McQuay, and Pastor Moises Mendez have an honest conversation about faith, doubt, signs and wonders, spiritual maturity, and learning to trust God when life doesn’t look the way you expected.

Using Luke 11 as the foundation, they unpack why Jesus ch...

Have you ever thought about going on a mission trip but immediately started thinking about the money, the time, the travel—or whether God is actually calling you to go? In this special episode of Between Sermons, we’re talking all things missions: how to know when it’s time to say yes, how to spiritually and practically prepare, how to raise support, what to expect when things don’t go according to plan, and why serving outside of your comfort zone can change the way you see God, yourself, and the world around you.

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Can you be doing good things—even things for God—and still miss what matters most? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Sol McQuay, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack Luke 10 and the stories of Mary and Martha and the Good Samaritan to talk about busyness, distractions, compassion, and what it really looks like to love God and love your neighbor. They explore why slowing down matters, how even good responsibilities can compete for our attention, and how to recognize the people God may be placing right in front of us.

If you’ve been ove...

Is being a good person enough to show people who Jesus is—or do we actually have to open our mouths and share our faith?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Pastor Asa Slaughter continue the conversation from Luke 10 and get practical about evangelism, discipleship, and what it means to represent Jesus in everyday life. From how we treat people at church, at work, and even at restaurants to having real conversations about Jesus with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers, this episode challenges us to ask whether our lives are actually po...

What if one of the hardest parts of following Jesus isn't changing what you do, but changing how you think? In this powerful episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Pastor Carlton McCarthy unpack Luke 9:44–62 and explore what it really means to develop a Kingdom mindset. From the disciples arguing about greatness and competing with other believers to wanting judgment for people who rejected Jesus, this passage shows just how easily our natural thinking can conflict with the way of Jesus. The conversation gets practical about ambition, pride, comparison, how we treat people who disagree with us...

Is it demonic oppression, spiritual warfare, or simply an area where you need more discipline and discipleship? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Pastor Jason Parks continue through Luke 9:28–43 and have an honest conversation about freedom in Christ, demon possession, spiritual oppression, open doors, footholds, strongholds, and what spiritual warfare can actually look like in everyday life. From addictions and unhealthy relationships to our thoughts, behaviors, habits, and the subtle compromises we often overlook, this conversation challenges us not to become obsessed with the demonic—but to become more aware of the authority and...

What does it actually mean to deny yourself, take up your cross daily, and follow Jesus? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Tiffany Hines unpack Luke 9:18–26 and have an honest conversation about the real cost of discipleship. They talk about surrendering control, chasing platforms and success, trusting God when His plan doesn’t look like yours, choosing discipline over comfort, and why taking up your cross means much more than simply enduring life's problems.

They also wrestle with the question many Christians face: How do I actually surrender to God every day...

How do you know when God is telling you to move—and when He’s telling you to be still? In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti'heasha Beasley sits down with Pastor Asa Slaughter and Pastor Jason Parks for an honest conversation about hearing God, obedience, rest, calling, and trusting His timing. Using Luke 9:10–17 and the feeding of the 5,000, they unpack what it means to know the One beside you, face the facts without allowing the facts to become final, and recognize the difference between God-given work and unnecessary toil.

They also get real about feeling unqualified, trying...

Have you ever wondered what God is calling you to do?

So many Christians spend years searching for their purpose, waiting for the "perfect opportunity," or believing they'll finally step into their calling once someone recognizes them. But what if your calling isn't about a title... it's about your current assignment?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti'heasha Beasley is joined by David Beasley and Marcus Ivy to unpack Luke 9:1–9 and discuss what it truly means to be called and sent by Jesus.

Whether you're feeling stuck, waiting for clarity, or wondering if Go...

What do you do when you've prayed, believed, and trusted God... but nothing changes?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Priti Idrovo, and Ti'heasha Beasley unpack one of the hardest realities of the Christian life: trusting God when the answer isn't immediate—or isn't what you hoped for.

Using the powerful stories of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood in Luke 8, the conversation explores what biblical faith really looks like. Together, they wrestle with waiting seasons, unanswered prayers, disappointment, infertility, suffering, comparison, and how to remain anchored in Go...

Why does God allow storms in our lives? If Jesus loves us, why doesn't He stop every difficult season?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Carlton McCarthy, and Ti'heasha Beasley unpack Luke 8:19–25 and one of the most relatable moments in the Bible—Jesus calming the storm. Together they explore why obedience sometimes leads directly into hardship, what Jesus meant when He asked, "Where is your faith?", and how Christians can trust God even when He doesn't immediately calm the storm.

This conversation tackles some of the biggest questions believers wrestle with:

Why do some people experience lasting spiritual growth while others seem to stay stuck? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Asa Slaughter, and Ti'heasha Beasley unpack one of Jesus' most powerful parables in Luke 8—the Parable of the Sower—and explore what it truly means to have a heart that's ready to receive God's Word.

Together, they discuss the four types of soil, how distractions, worry, comfort, and the pursuit of success can quietly choke out spiritual growth, and why simply hearing the Bible isn't enough if it never transforms the way we live...

Have you ever wondered what God created you to do? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, David Beasley, and Ti'heasha Beasley dive into a powerful conversation about discovering your spiritual gifts, finding your God-given purpose, and why true fulfillment comes from serving others instead of chasing influence or recognition. Together, they explore what the Bible teaches about spiritual gifts, how to identify the unique ways God has wired you, and why every gift—whether it's leadership, encouragement, hospitality, teaching, or serving—plays an essential role in building God's Kingdom.

They also tackle practical questions abou...

Can God really forgive anyone?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Sol McQuay, and Ti'heasha Beasley unpack one of the most powerful encounters in the Gospel of Luke—the sinful woman who pours everything she has at the feet of Jesus.

What begins as a conversation about Luke 7 quickly turns into a deeper discussion about repentance, grace, shame, conviction, and what it truly means to experience God's forgiveness. Together, they answer honest questions many Christians wrestle with:

• What's the difference between guilt, shame, and conviction?
• Is repentance more than s...

What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayer the way you hoped?

In this powerful episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Tiffany Hines unpack one of the most honest moments in Scripture—when John the Baptist questioned if Jesus was really the Messiah while sitting in prison.

The conversation goes far beyond theology. Pastor Brent vulnerably shares his family's ongoing journey as they navigate his daughter's unexplained autoimmune condition and wrestle with trusting God in the middle of unanswered questions. Together, they explore what it looks like to have a...

Have you ever wondered if God really sees what you're going through?

In this episode of Between Sermons, the conversation continues through Luke 7:1–17, where two very different people encounter Jesus: a Roman centurion desperate for healing and a grieving widow facing unimaginable loss. Together, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Sol McQuay, and Marcus Ivy unpack what these stories reveal about God's authority, compassion, and faithfulness in our hardest moments.

Whether you're wrestling with disappointment, struggling to trust God's timing, grieving a loss, or simply trying to understand what it means to truly surrender to God's authority, this conversation offer...

What do you do when you know what God is asking you to do... but you're afraid to do it?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Asa Slaughter, and Priti Idrovo unpack Jesus' challenging words in Luke 6: "Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord,' and not do what I say?" Together, they explore the connection between faith, obedience, surrender, and trust, while sharing practical stories about relationships, forgiveness, discipleship, and learning to follow God even when it doesn't make sense.

This honest conversation tackles questions many believers wrestle with: Why is...

How do you love difficult people when they’ve hurt you, frustrated you, or simply get on your nerves? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Carlton McCarthy, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack one of Jesus’ hardest teachings in Luke 6: loving your enemies, navigating criticism, healthy accountability, judgment, forgiveness, and what true heart transformation really looks like. From difficult relationships and emotional reactions to the tension between correction and condemnation, this honest, practical, and often funny conversation explores what it means to follow Jesus beyond behavior modification and into real discipleship.    If you’ve ever struggled with loving dif...

What if everything we define as “blessed” is backwards?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Harry Valentine, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack Luke 6:20–26 and Jesus’ challenging teaching on the Beatitudes, the poor, suffering, rejection, wealth, comfort, and what it truly means to follow Christ.

This conversation gets real as they wrestle through:

What does it actually mean to rest in God?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we unpack Luke 6 and have an honest conversation about the Sabbath, religious pressure, prayer, and what it really means to follow Jesus. From Jesus healing on the Sabbath to confronting the Pharisees’ man-made rules, this conversation challenges the difference between religion and relationship.

We also dive into:

What if following Jesus isn’t about improving your life… but completely replacing it?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we unpack Luke 5 and have an honest, real conversation about what it truly means to follow Jesus. From Levi leaving everything behind to the powerful parables of new wine and new wineskins, this episode challenges the idea that we can hold on to our old life while stepping into something new.

But we don’t stop at theology—we get practical.

We talk about why it’s so hard to let go of old habits...

Have you ever been praying for something—or someone—and nothing seems to change?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we dive deeper into Luke 5 and unpack two powerful moments: a man desperate for healing and a group of friends willing to do whatever it took to get someone to Jesus.

But this isn’t just a Bible story… this is real life.

We’re talking about what it looks like to trust God when prayers feel unanswered, how to carry people in faith without burning out, and why community is essential when life gets...

Have you ever worked hard, tried everything… and still came up empty?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we’re unpacking the powerful moment in Luke 5 where Peter and the disciples fished all night and caught nothing—until Jesus told them to try again.

But here’s the real question:
What do you do when God asks you to obey… even when it doesn’t make sense?

This conversation gets real about obedience, surrender, and what it truly means to follow Jesus—not just in the big moments, but in everyday decisions. From leaving be...

What are the questions people really want to ask about faith, church, and the Bible… but don’t?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we’re diving into real, unfiltered questions from our community—covering everything from gray areas in Scripture to topics that challenge how we think, live, and follow Jesus.

We received over 200+ questions, and in this conversation, we start unpacking some of the most honest, thought-provoking ones. No perfect answers—just real dialogue, biblical perspective, and a commitment to grow in our walk with Christ.

Because the truth is… faith isn’t about hav...

What does it actually mean that Jesus has authority?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we unpack Luke 4 and explore the undeniable authority of Jesus—not just in Scripture, but in our everyday lives.

From teaching with power to bringing freedom and healing, Jesus didn’t just speak words… He spoke with authority that changed everything.

In this conversation, we dive into:

What would your life look like if you lived with no regrets for God?

In this episode of Between Sermons, we press pause on our Luke series to have a real, honest conversation about missions, faith, and what it actually means to say “yes” to God—even when it’s uncomfortable.

From powerful personal stories to practical takeaways, we unpack:

What happens when something sacred becomes familiar? In this episode of Between Sermons, we unpack Luke 4:16–30, where Jesus returns to His hometown of Nazareth and is met not with celebration, but with doubt and rejection. The same people who grew up around Him missed who He truly was—and if we’re honest, we can too. This conversation explores the tension between familiarity and faith, the danger of becoming too comfortable with what we think we know about God, and how offense can reveal what’s really in our hearts.    If you’ve ever struggled to stay spiritually expectant or felt stuck in...

What do you do when temptation shows up in your life?

In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti’heasha Beasley, and Marcus Ivy unpack Luke 4:1–15, where Jesus is led into the wilderness and tempted by the enemy. Before Jesus begins His public ministry, He faces three powerful temptations — the same ones many of us still struggle with today.

Together, we explore the three “doors” of temptation: appetite, attraction, and ambition, and how these same patterns show up throughout Scripture and in our everyday lives. More importantly, we talk about how Jesus resisted temptation...

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 God moves, and how spiritual transformation always produces real fruit in our lives. From confronting religious performance to understanding the role of the Holy Spirit in true chang...

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, the team reflects on how spiritual maturity is formed in quiet places—not spotlight moments. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, delayed, or unsure about what God is doing in your li...

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 story” is far more than a seasonal tradition—it’s a personal invitation. We talk about faith and intellect, cultural Christianity, the upside-down kingdom of Jesus, and what it means tha...

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 his voice, this conversation highlights the power of community, the importance of discernment, and the beauty of trusting God before you see the outcome. The team also dives into cultural...

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 spiritual growth. The conversation brings clarity to common confusion around discipleship, challenges the idea that online sermons alone are enough, and reminds believers that discipleship is both perso...

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.

Together, they break down why fasting is always connected to food in Scripture, how unity in fasting strengthens the church, and how saying “no” to our flesh trains...

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 explore how emotional suppression, poor communication, and misplaced responsibility can quietly lead to burnout, anxiety, and spiritual heaviness. This conversation challenges listeners to recognize when compa...

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 powerful warning about the cost of poor communication, they explore how our words can either build relationships or quietly destroy them. From marriage and parenting to lea...