Oftentimes, we don't get to say everything we could about a passage from the pulpit. Jared, AJ, and Jonathan take a closer look at a "loaded" portion of 2 Peter as they dial in on verse 19.

The full sermon is available online at citadelsquare.com/sermons. You can also get a digital copy of the 2 Peter study guide at citadelsquare.com/resources.

Austin Griffin and Meredyth Merkling join Jared and AJ to talk about motherhood, Mother's Day, and ways that husbands and kids can support the moms in their lives.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• Podcast: Risen Motherhood
• Podcast: The Deep Dish
• Podcast: The Lazy Genius
• Book: Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin
• Authors: Sally Clarkson, Gloria Furman

Jess Ketcham, a local nurse, talks with Steve Lindenmeyer and Brandon Hammond about her experience serving at a mission-minded hospital in Togo, Africa. During her time there, she recognized that God is not absent in the midst of deep suffering. Listen in as she talks about the work God is doing in a primarily Muslim area of Togo.

Eric Jones joins Jared and Steve on this episode and talks about growing up in church, coming to Christ through Young Life, and wrestling with his faith and the struggles of life and addiction in the years that followed. Eric shares his 20-year prodigal journey, from California tattoo artist to Charleston gym owner, and how God used friendship and the Citadel Square community to bring him home. It's a story of grace, grit, and starting over.

Maddie DeVeau joins Jared and Jonathan to share her journey of growing up in the church, stepping away, and finding her way back through an unexpected connection and the welcoming community at Citadel Square. Her story is one of personal loss, God's timing, and a rediscovered faith.

Paul Phelps joins Jared and AJ and shares his journey from a competitive, control-oriented life to finding peace in Christ. Following intense personal trials, Paul explains how Citadel Square and the Men’s Roundtable provided a stable foundation. Hear how he now views life through "spiritual eyes" while pursuing a God-centered life.

Tom and Karen Salem join AJ and Jared to discuss their involvement with ReEngage, a marriage ministry that has impacted their marriage and their lives.

Jared and AJ sit down with Drew and Jess Early to discuss their journey through dating, premarital counseling, and the first years of marriage.

Connect with us to get more info on the premarital process at Citadel Square Church.

Catching Foxes by John Henderson