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Jul
11
2025
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What happens when someone in the church refuses to repent? Is it loving to confront them; or should we just stay quiet? In this sobering episode, Stephen Davey explains the biblical framework for church discipline and the holy obligation members have to one another in matters of sin and accountability. Using passages from 1 Corinthians, Titus, Galatians, and 3 John, Stephen traces how church discipline is a spiritual act of love, not judgmentalism. He highlights the difference between discipling the willing and disciplining the defiant. You’ll hear what happened when one early church member, Diotrephes, abused his power and divided the church. Stephen also answers tough questions about judging others, when discipline is necessary, and how to respond with grace and truth. Whether dealing with doctrinal error, divisive behavior, or moral failure, the goal is always repentance, restoration, and the health of the body. Church discipline isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Without it, churches drift. With it, they grow stronger. This message will equip you to understand, embrace, and uphold a practice many fear, but Scripture clearly commands.
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Jul
10
2025
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What happens when someone in the church refuses to repent? Is it loving to confront them; or should we just stay quiet? In this sobering episode, Stephen Davey explains the biblical framework for church discipline and the holy obligation members have to one another in matters of sin and accountability. Using passages from 1 Corinthians, Titus, Galatians, and 3 John, Stephen traces how church discipline is a spiritual act of love, not judgmentalism. He highlights the difference between discipling the willing and disciplining the defiant. You’ll hear what happened when one early church member, Diotrephes, abused his power and divided the church. Stephen also answers tough questions about judging others, when discipline is necessary, and how to respond with grace and truth. Whether dealing with doctrinal error, divisive behavior, or moral failure, the goal is always repentance, restoration, and the health of the body. Church discipline isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Without it, churches drift. With it, they grow stronger. This message will equip you to understand, embrace, and uphold a practice many fear, but Scripture clearly commands.
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Jul
9
2025
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How do believers from every background, personality, and preference truly get along? In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Stephen Davey explores the attitudes that hold the church together in a world full of division. Unity in the church isn’t based on uniformity—it’s not about everyone looking the same or thinking alike. Instead, it’s rooted in humility, gentleness, patience, and grace. Stephen walks through Paul’s practical teaching on how to preserve unity, rather than break it, and offers a powerful reminder that spiritual harmony doesn’t happen automatically—it’s protected through intentional, Spirit-led effort. You’ll learn how humility quiets pride, how patience responds in love, and how grace empowers you to forgive. You’ll also be reminded that unity is one of the most powerful witnesses of the gospel to a watching world. This episode challenges every believer to make the church a place of peace—not preference. A place of joy—not judgment. And a place where people of all kinds not only worship Christ together, but treat each other as family.
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Jul
8
2025
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How do believers from every background, personality, and preference truly get along? In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Stephen Davey explores the attitudes that hold the church together in a world full of division. Unity in the church isn’t based on uniformity—it’s not about everyone looking the same or thinking alike. Instead, it’s rooted in humility, gentleness, patience, and grace. Stephen walks through Paul’s practical teaching on how to preserve unity, rather than break it, and offers a powerful reminder that spiritual harmony doesn’t happen automatically—it’s protected through intentional, Spirit-led effort. You’ll learn how humility quiets pride, how patience responds in love, and how grace empowers you to forgive. You’ll also be reminded that unity is one of the most powerful witnesses of the gospel to a watching world. This episode challenges every believer to make the church a place of peace—not preference. A place of joy—not judgment. And a place where people of all kinds not only worship Christ together, but treat each other as family.
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Jul
7
2025
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Why does your church need you? And why do you need your church? In this heartfelt episode, Stephen Davey explains two powerful promises every church member makes; not just to God, but to each other. From cheering one another on to carrying each other’s burdens, this message explores what it means to belong to the body of Christ. The church isn’t a social club or spiritual event. It’s a family. A body. A calling. And belonging to a church means accepting the joy, inconvenience, change, and sacrifice that come with genuine love. Stephen walks through Hebrews 10 and other New Testament passages to show that true fellowship means more than just showing up—it means stepping in. He reminds us that spiritual growth thrives in the context of shared worship, selfless service, and active encouragement. Whether you’re setting up chairs, mentoring teens, or just being present in worship, you’re part of something sacred. This episode will challenge and encourage you to recommit to your church family—not for recognition, but because God is pleased.
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Jul
4
2025
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What really sets Christians apart from the rest of the world? In this compelling episode, Stephen Davey launches into the first three “holy promises” that define the conduct of those who belong to the local church. As part of a biblical covenant, these promises remind believers that church membership is more than attendance—it’s a declaration of allegiance to God’s Word and a commitment to live in community with His people. Stephen unpacks what it means to submit to Scripture as the final authority, to pursue holiness in every area of life, and to avoid sinful entanglements that entrap and destroy. Far from legalistic rules, these promises reflect joyful obedience and a desire to walk in the light of God’s truth. With powerful illustrations and Scripture-based teaching, this episode calls you to examine your own direction in life. If you’ve ever wondered how a church can be both respected and countercultural, or why holiness still matters today, this message offers clarity and conviction. Learn why these biblical promises are not just old-fashioned ideals, but a radical and needed return to what the church was always meant to be.
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Jul
3
2025
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What really sets Christians apart from the rest of the world? In this compelling episode, Stephen Davey launches into the first three “holy promises” that define the conduct of those who belong to the local church. As part of a biblical covenant, these promises remind believers that church membership is more than attendance—it’s a declaration of allegiance to God’s Word and a commitment to live in community with His people. Stephen unpacks what it means to submit to Scripture as the final authority, to pursue holiness in every area of life, and to avoid sinful entanglements that entrap and destroy. Far from legalistic rules, these promises reflect joyful obedience and a desire to walk in the light of God’s truth. With powerful illustrations and Scripture-based teaching, this episode calls you to examine your own direction in life. If you’ve ever wondered how a church can be both respected and countercultural, or why holiness still matters today, this message offers clarity and conviction. Learn why these biblical promises are not just old-fashioned ideals, but a radical and needed return to what the church was always meant to be.
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Jul
2
2025
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Who defines how a Christian should live—culture or Scripture? In this powerful message titled Who Has the Final Word, Stephen Davey walks through the first three “holy promises” of church membership, each one drawn directly from the Bible. You’ll discover that church isn’t just a gathering of loosely connected individuals. It’s a committed community where every believer takes on holy obligations—personal promises made before God and one another. These include submitting to the Bible as the final authority, pursuing holiness in every area of life, and avoiding sinful entanglements. Stephen shares compelling illustrations, biblical truths, and clear applications that expose the danger of cultural compromise and highlight the beauty of joyful obedience. This message will challenge you to evaluate your life and your commitment to the body of Christ. Whether you’re considering church membership or reassessing your walk with God, this episode will equip you with a renewed understanding of what it means to live under the authority of God’s Word, and why it matters more than ever.
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Jul
1
2025
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Who defines how a Christian should live—culture or Scripture? In this powerful message titled Who Has the Final Word, Stephen Davey walks through the first three “holy promises” of church membership, each one drawn directly from the Bible. You’ll discover that church isn’t just a gathering of loosely connected individuals. It’s a committed community where every believer takes on holy obligations—personal promises made before God and one another. These include submitting to the Bible as the final authority, pursuing holiness in every area of life, and avoiding sinful entanglements. Stephen shares compelling illustrations, biblical truths, and clear applications that expose the danger of cultural compromise and highlight the beauty of joyful obedience. This message will challenge you to evaluate your life and your commitment to the body of Christ. Whether you’re considering church membership or reassessing your walk with God, this episode will equip you with a renewed understanding of what it means to live under the authority of God’s Word, and why it matters more than ever.
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Jun
30
2025
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How should a Christian behave in today’s world? That question has never been more relevant—or more urgent. In this episode of The Wisdom Journey, Stephen Davey turns to 1 Thessalonians 1 to outline three practical traits that set Christians apart in a watching world. You’ll discover that your life can make a lasting impact—far beyond what you might imagine. Like the early believers in Thessalonica, your joyful obedience, even under pressure, can echo out and inspire others. You’ll learn the importance of mimicking godly role models, welcoming God’s Word no matter the cost, and motivating spiritual reformation by turning from idols to serve the living and true God. Stephen reminds us that people may never step inside a church, but they will encounter your life. What message are you sending? Are you pointing them toward Christ? This episode will encourage you to live with joyful endurance, deep conviction, and eager expectation of Christ’s return. It’s not about perfection. It’s about faithfulness. And it’s about the power of a life well-lived for God. Learn how to serve, wait, and walk with purpose as you model the gospel in everyday life.
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