The Vertical Podcast

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This Wednesday night lesson was brought by one of our seniors who had something weighing heavily on his heart. It is about social media and how it affects our time, minds, and energy.

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🌟 Join Us for our Rooted Youth Wednesday Night Service! 🌟

After a few icy weeks apart, we’re back and ready to dive into our series on “Elisha”! Last time, we explored the dramatic downfall of King Ahab and the consequences of his choices. This week, we’re continuing with 2 Kings 1, where we’ll see the new king, Ahaziah, follow in his father’s wicked footsteps. 

🔍 Main Lesson: “Following Your Future” 🔍
Who you follow matters! Just as Elisha chose...

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In this episode we are listening in on our Rooted Youth Ministry Wednesday series called "Elisha"! This is the second lesson in our Elisha series called "The Downfall of King Ahab". 

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Join our youth group Wednesday Night Series on Elisha! This is Lesson #1 call "Burn the Ships".

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This is a bonus episode until we get season 3 up and going. We have taken off for the holidays, BUT we will be back SOON! Thank you for your patience and I hope this sermon blesses and encourages you!

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🌟 Join us for a heartwarming episode of our podcast as we dive into the inspiring words of Todd Reed from Not Ashamed Ministries! This week, we’re tuning in to a special Wednesday Night gathering of our Rooted Youth Ministry, where Brother Todd delivered a powerful message that beautifully wraps up our series, "Lost and Found," based on the transformative parables of Luke 15. 

Prepare to be uplifted as we explore themes of redemption, belonging, and the joy of...

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Our last episode for Season 2. We look back on past episodes and look forward to what Season 3 has in store on the The Vertical Podcast!

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Welcome to our latest podcast episode, "The Power of Forgiveness"! In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the transformative theme of forgiveness as presented in the Bible. 

Join us as we explore key scriptures that illuminate the importance of forgiveness that includes Matthew 18:21-35. We discuss the powerful example set by Jesus, who taught us to forgive even in the most challenging circumstances.

Throughout the episode, we share personal stories and testimonies that h...

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In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the complex and often painful topic of "church hurt." Many individuals have experienced emotional and spiritual wounds from their church communities, and we believe it's crucial to address these issues openly and honestly.

Join us as we share personal stories, insights, and honest perspectives on the impact of church hurt. We'll explore:

- What constitutes church hurt and how it manifests in people's lives.
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Join us in this exciting episode as we reconnect with our good friends Michael and Rich! These talented hosts of "The Almost Brothers Podcast" graciously welcomed us onto their show back in late June, and now it's our turn to return the favor. Get ready for a fun-filled conversation as we dive into some great topics and share plenty of laughs. Enjoy the show!

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🎧 What You’ll Learn:
- The significance of choosing the right path in life
- How delighting in God’s Word can transform your daily routine
- The beautiful imagery of being like a tree planted by streams of water
- Practical tips for rooting yourself in faith amidst life’s challenges

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Join us as we dive into:
1. The impactful mission of Charlie Kirk and his dedication to inspiring young Christians to engage in the public square.
2. The significance of September 11th and how it serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community and faith during times of crisis.
3. Biblical perspectives on tragedy, loss, and the call to courage, drawing from Scripture to encourage listeners to stand firm in their faith.<...

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In this episode, we dive into the concerning trend of school athletics sharing reels and TikToks that extend well beyond the playful pranks of rivalry. We explore how we can respond to this as Christians in a manner that aligns with biblical principles. (we also test out some of our new upgrades lol)

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In this episode of "The Vertical Podcast," we share personal testimonies of salvation and redemption through Jesus Christ. Join us as we open up about our journeys from despair to hope, revealing how faith in Jesus transformed Jesus our lives in profound ways.
Whether you’re seeking encouragement in your own faith journey or simply curious about the impact of Jesus in people's lives, this episode is meant to uplift and inspire you.
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YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS this inspiring episode of The Vertical Podcast, as we dive into the powerful and often transformative practice of sharing your faith with others. Join us as we explore the various ways individuals can express their beliefs authentically and effectively, fostering meaningful conversations and connections.
We kick off the episode with personal stories, and share our unique experiences of faith-sharing—ranging from casual conversations with friends to more structured outreach efforts. These heartfelt an...

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In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into Proverbs 6:16-19, where the Scriptures outline seven things that the Lord detests. Join us as we unpack the meaning of these verses and explore the complex nature of God's feelings towards sin and wickedness. 
Tune in for a compelling conversation that challenges our perceptions and invites us to reflect on our own hearts. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of God’s character and how it relat...

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In this episode we got away from youth camp for a few hours to put out this episode! It's the last of the summer events for 2025 and we're rollin in on fumes!

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In this bonus episode we just hang out and talk about random things and finish our conversation with thoughts on a lesson given by one of our students this past Wednesday night. Don't miss it!

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In this episode we are looking back on 2025's summer missions.

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In this episode Pastor Jared is speaking about one of the most well known verses in the Bible. He goes into what makes it such a vital verse to use when evangelizing to someone who has never heard of Jesus, or to anyone who has never heard the Gospel in a clear and truthful way.

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In this episode I am in Malawi Africa joined by Casey Martin with Twelve 9 Ministries and Homer Frachiseur with Story Creek Baptist Church! We are sharing our experience here in Malawi as we live on mission spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ!

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In this season opener I, Jared Morphew, am flying solo talking about gossip from a biblical perspective. We'll look at why it's a sin and the damage it can cause.

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In our Season 1 finale we are speaking about loving our enemies. This is the perfect episode to end the last episode of Season 1 because we will be leading Season 2 off with a podcast about friends and those closest to us!

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In this episode we are joined by a special guest! We discuss international missions and what that looks like from a mission pastor's perspective.

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In this episode we have a conversation about the effect social media has on past and current generations.

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In this episode we have a discussion about the power of praise.

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In this episode we have a conversation about the power of prayer.

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In this episode we are having a casual conversation about sports and the influence Christian athletes can have on others.

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In this episode we have a conversation about pride and the affect it can have on our lives.

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In this episode we have a special guest, and we are having a conversation about why God allows evil. It is a deep conversation where we share our stories and opinions on this subject.

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In this last episode of our "Power of Emotions" series we have a conversation about jealousy, envy, and covetousness from a biblical perspective.

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In this episode we discuss the powerful emotions of anxiety and fear.

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In this episode we are starting a series on The Power of Emotions starting with "anger". Tune in as we discuss the issue of anger from a biblical perspective and how we can apply the truths in Scripture to our everyday lives.

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In this episode we have a conversation about our New Year's resolutions and what that will look like in 2025.

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Wanting to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!!

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In this episode we speak about the importance of being still in the midst of a busy season, and finding our peace and strength in the Lord.

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Special announcement for who won the NLT Bible giveaway for someone who is subscribed to the channel!

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In episode 3 we have the conversation of keeping Jesus Christ number One on our priority list during the Christmas season.

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YouTube short of Episode 2

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Quick announcement on future giveaways and episodes!

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