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Access Church
by Access Church
Welcome to the official podcast of Access Church in North Branch, MN. We exist to draw people into a growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ. If you have questions about our church or Christianity in general, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. If you'd like to financially support our ministry, you can do so by visiting https://www.accesschurch.info/give.
Episodes
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What If You Weren't Meant to Carry All This?
We all worry. About our kids, our finances, our health, our relationships, and a hundred things that might never even happen. And sometimes, the hardest part isn't what's actually happening in our lives. It's everything we DON'T know about what's coming next. But what if we were never meant to...
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A MASSIVE change in how to grow spiritually.
Growing up usually means learning how to do things on our own. But when it comes to our relationship with God, maturity actually looks a little different. Jesus never intended for us to reach a point where we can say, “I’ve got this”—He invites us to remain connected to Him and depend on the Holy...
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Christianity is WAY more simple than you thought.
Sometimes we make Christianity so complicated that we miss the whole point. Jesus didn't come to give us a religious system to figure out. He came to restore our relationship with God. In week two of Childlike Faith, Kevin reminds us that faith doesn't have to be complicated. We can simply come…
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One MAJOR thing that's keeping God at a distance (and how to fix it)!
Most of us have learned to be a little more careful about who we trust. We’ve been disappointed, misled, or burned—and those experiences shape how we approach people. But what happens when we start approaching God the same way? We might believe in Him and still keep Him at arm’s length, wondering...
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All your questions; all the answers.
Over the last 3 months, we've read through the entire New Testament together as a church. During this week's service, we spent time answering all of your questions.0:00 - 9:00am service42:56 - 10:30am service1:21:45 - Tuesday service
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Why you've been reading Revelation ALL WRONG!
Revelation might be the most confusing and debated book in the entire Bible. Christians have spent nearly 2,000 years arguing about timelines, symbols, the Antichrist, the mark of the beast, and how it all ends. But maybe we’re so busy trying to figure out the details that we’re missing what...
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What if what you believe is WRONG? (Johns + Jude)
How do you know what you believe about God is actually true? With countless voices, religions, churches, and opinions telling us different things, John gives us a surprisingly simple way to cut through the confusion. In this message, we look at two questions that help us know whether we're living...
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You believe it...but do you live it?
It's possible to know what the Bible says, believe that it's true, and still have a life that doesn't really reflect it. James and Peter challenge us to close that gap — to actually do what God says, stand firm when following Jesus gets difficult, and keep growing into the people God is forming…
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Yes, It's Time to UNHITCH From the Old Covenant (Hebrews).
The old covenant wasn’t bad—but it was temporary, limited, and never meant to last forever. Jesus came as the better High Priest, offered the final sacrifice for sin, and opened a new way for us to actually know God. So why do Christians keep dragging pieces of the old system back into our...
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What are YOU doing with the truth? (Pastoral Letters)
We live in a world where everyone has an opinion, but that doesn’t mean every opinion is true. In Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus, he makes it clear that the truth about Jesus matters too much to be distorted, forgotten, or reduced to something we only believe in our heads. We’ve been…
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DON'T Put Jesus First (Church Letters)
The Apostle Paul wrote six different letters to six different churches facing six very different struggles. But as you read Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and 1 & 2 Thessalonians, you'll begin to notice a common thread running through them all: Christ isn't meant to simply be part...
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A KEY sign that you're growing (1st/2nd Corinthians)
Following Jesus isn’t about perfection, but genuine belief should lead to genuine growth. In this message, we look at Paul’s letters to the Corinthians and his loving—but sometimes painful—correction of a church that wasn’t being transformed by what it believed. Jesus will always be the…
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The ONLY Message About Christianity You Need (The Book of Romans)
What is Christianity really all about? Is it about being a good person, following rules, or trying harder? In Romans, the Apostle Paul steps back and explains Christianity from beginning to end. Why do we need Jesus? What happened on the cross? What does faith actually mean? What does the Holy...
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The REAL REASON Christianity Keeps Growing (The Book of Acts)
The book of Acts tells one of the most remarkable stories in human history. How did Christianity go from a crucified carpenter and a small group of ordinary followers in Jerusalem to a movement that has reached virtually every corner of the world? This week in New in 90, we're exploring the…
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The MOST IMPORTANT Part of Christianity (The Gospel of John).
John is different than the other three Gospels—and that's completely intentional. While Matthew introduces Jesus as the promised King, Mark reveals Him as the suffering Servant, and Luke shows us the Savior for all people, John has one clear purpose: to help us believe. Throughout his Gospel…
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Does God Really Want Me? (The Gospel of Luke)
Have you ever wondered if you've gone too far? Made too many mistakes? Or maybe you just don't feel like the "church type." The Gospel of Luke paints a picture of Jesus that's impossible to ignore. Again and again, He moves toward the people everyone else overlooked—the outsider, the skeptic, the...
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Greatness, but Upside Down (The Gospel of Mark).
Most people want a king who conquers. But in the Gospel of Mark, we meet a very different kind of King. Jesus is the One who came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many. Instead of avoiding suffering, He walked straight toward it. Instead of demanding power, He...
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We want the benefits without the AUTHORITY (The Gospel of Matthew)
Matthew wrote his Gospel to convince people of one thing: Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah King. In this message, we explore why Matthew's account is unique among the four Gospels. But the King who arrived wasn't the King people expected. Instead of power, He brought humility. Instead of...
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Most Christians Have NEVER Done This (and it shows)!
What if your understanding of Christianity is incomplete? Not because you don't love God. Not because you're not trying. But because most of us experience Christianity in fragments—sermons, social media clips, devotionals, podcasts, and random verses—without ever seeing the full picture. In this...
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Most Christians Are Missing THIS.
What if Christianity was never meant to be just information, church attendance, and trying harder? The Bible says that followers of Jesus are given supernatural gifts through the Holy Spirit — not to make us weird, important, or impressive… but to help each other, strengthen the Church, and reach...
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The TROUBLING GAP In Modern Christianity
A lot of Christians know ABOUT God, but rarely feel like they actually EXPERIENCE Him. We hear about peace, joy, hope, love, comfort, and closeness with God…but for many people, those things still feel distant, theoretical, or reserved for “super spiritual” Christians. In week 2 of The Spirit, we...
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The FORGOTTEN God
The Holy Spirit is probably the most misunderstood member of the Trinity. Some people wildly over-emphasize Him. Others practically ignore Him altogether. But what if both extremes miss who He really is? In Week 1 of THE SPIRIT, we take a practical, Biblical, and demystified look at the Holy...
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One Habit to Rule Them All
Life can feel crushing sometimes. Financial pressure. Broken relationships. Anxiety. Grief. Loss. And when life gets hard enough, happiness can start to feel impossible—or even irrelevant. In the final message of the Habits of the Happy series, we explore one habit that modern psychology and the...
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An UNCONVENTIONAL Path to Happiness
We’ve all been told the same thing: if you want to be happier, spend more on yourself. Upgrade your life. Treat yourself. Get what you want. But what if that’s completely backwards? In this message, we look at what modern research is discovering about generosity—specifically financial...
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If Forgiveness is HARD, Try This.
We all know we’re supposed to forgive—but knowing it and actually doing it are two very different things, especially when the hurt is real. The truth is, unforgiveness doesn’t punish the person who hurt you, it poisons you—stealing your peace and keeping you stuck. So yes, we forgive not for…
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A HUGE Jump in Happiness, with One Simple Step.
Everyone wants to be happy—but most of us are chasing it in ways that don’t actually work. We think more success, more comfort, or more control will finally get us there… but the research says otherwise. And honestly, so does real life. In this message, we unpack one of the most overlooked habits...
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Stop Saying “I Hope So” About Heaven
We use the word “hope” all the time—hoping things work out, hoping life gets better, hoping everything will be okay. But when it comes to eternity, “I hope so” isn’t comforting… it’s terrifying. In this message, we look at the difference between the way we use hope and the way the Bible defines…
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What Modern LOVE Is Missing
Everyone talks about love—but most of us are getting it wrong. We’ve reduced love to being nice, staying quiet, and affirming everything. But real love doesn’t celebrate sin or avoid hard conversations. It tells the truth. In this message, we unpack 1 Corinthians 13 and challenge the cultural...
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Why You NEED To Repent...Differently.
Repent. It’s one of the most misunderstood words in Christianity. For a lot of people, it’s been reduced to “stop sinning” or “clean up your life.” But if that’s the standard, no one qualifies—because none of us can fully turn from sin on our own. In this message, we take a closer look at what…
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There are NO Sacrements.
Baptism and communion are some of the most recognized practices in Christianity—but what if we’ve misunderstood them? Many people believe these are the things that make us right with God or keep us right with Him. But what does the Bible actually say? In this message, we break down the…
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The #1 Thing People Get WRONG About Christianity.
Most Christians know the Bible has an Old Testament and a New Testament—but very few understand what those words actually mean. In this message from the Say What?! series, we break down the real meaning of “testament,” why the Old and New Covenants are different, and how misunderstanding that...
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Why Most Christians MISUNDERSTAND Worship
When you hear the word “worship,” do you just think about music? In this message, we unpack what the Bible actually says worship is—and it’s far bigger than a few songs on Sunday. From Romans 12:1, we discover that true worship is a whole-life response to what God has done. If you’ve ever felt...
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What Christians Get WRONG About Going Deep
What does it really mean to go “deeper” in faith? In this message, we challenge the idea that complexity equals spiritual maturity. Studying details isn’t wrong—but it’s not the same as transformation. True depth is not about obscure doctrines or theological trivia. It’s about God’s love…
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Faithfulness In Action
For the last five years, we've partnered together to accomplish something great. But we're only halfway through the process. Will we continue to be generous in response to the God who's been so generous to us?
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God Is On The Move
In this message, we walk through the heart behind Move the Mission — the history, the weight, the faithfulness, and the vision ahead. From local outreach opportunities in North Branch, to an indoor kids play center, to expanding online impact, to deeper nonprofit partnerships and global missions…
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You've Stopped Growing If You Don't Have This
Spiritual maturity isn’t about knowing more, doing more, or trying harder. It’s about relationship. In the final message of the Moving Toward Maturity series, we talk about what may be the clearest indicator of real growth: a faith that overflows. Not forced conversations. Not religious pressure....
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If You're Growing Spiritually, This Will Change
In this message we talk about why the local church isn’t optional or secondary, but central to God’s plan to reach the world. From Jesus’ Great Commission to Paul’s teaching on the body of Christ, Scripture makes it clear: following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. We also confront how...
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Jesus Loved People...But What About You?
Jesus said love would be the defining mark of His followers — not knowledge, not behavior, not appearances. In this message, we look at how Jesus loved real people: the lonely, the inconvenient, and the ones everyone else wrote off. Because Jesus didn’t come just for people… He came to people.…
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One Step For Real Growth
Most of us know how to believe in God — but many of us aren’t sure what it looks like to actually change. In this message, we look at one of the clearest indicators of spiritual growth: a changed character. Not perfection. Not religious performance. But real, internal transformation that…
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Why Spiritual Growth Stalls Out
Most Christians don’t stop believing—but they do stop growing. In this message, we kick off a new series by confronting the most overlooked foundation of spiritual maturity: a real, ongoing need for God. Jesus didn’t just secure heaven for us someday—He restored access to God right now. But over...
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Christmas Can CHANGE Your Life.
At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Jesus—but do we really understand why He was born? In Luke 2, the angel announces “good news of great joy for all people” and gives Jesus three titles: Savior, Messiah, and Lord. In this Christmas message, we focus on the most important one of…
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A SHOCKING Revelation About God.
Christmas often feels warm, nostalgic, and familiar — but the original announcement was far more disruptive than comforting. When the angel declared that the Lord had been born, it wasn’t about new rules, religious pressure, or moral improvement. It was about nearness. In this message, we unpack...
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Proof That God Can Be Trusted
A lot of us love Christmas, but if we’re honest, the angel’s words about “good news of great joy” don’t always land the way they used to. We’re busy, tired, and carrying our own silent battles. So what does the birth of Jesus actually have to do with the job we’re still waiting on, the diagnosis...
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How to Destroy Your Church
Division is the one thing that can actually take the church down—and Jesus knew it. In John 17, the night before the cross, He prayed one of the most overlooked prayers in the entire Bible: that His followers would be one. Not talented. Not impressive. One. Because unity is the defining mark of a...
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The Spiritual WAR You Can't Ignore.
There’s a real battle happening around you—one you can’t see, but one you absolutely feel. The discouragement, the distraction, the temptation, the chaos, the pressure… none of that is random. You’re being opposed by an enemy who studies you, targets your weaknesses, and would love nothing more...
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Raising Kids is EXHAUSTING.
Ever feel like you’re done parenting… but you still have to keep parenting? This message is for every weary mom, dad, grandparent, or mentor who loves their kids but feels worn out by the process. In Week 4 of “Parenting on Purpose,” we unpack why diligence matters—why God calls us to keep…
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The Most LOVING Thing You Can Give Your Kids.
Our culture says, “Make your kids happy.” God says, “Make your kids holy.” In this message, we unpack what the Bible actually teaches about discipline — why it’s necessary, how to do it without anger, and why it’s one of the clearest ways to show love. From toddlers to teens to adult children,...
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What Your Kids Need MOST.
Every kid ends up somewhere—but few end up there on purpose. In this message, we talk about the critical role of direction in parenting. It’s not the school’s job, the coach’s job, or culture’s job—it’s ours. Learn how to intentionally shape your child’s values, priorities, and faith so they grow...
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One Parenting HACK to Rule Them All.
Most of us are just trying to survive parenting. We react, we repeat what we grew up with, and we hope things work out. But what if God actually designed parenting to be more than survival? In this first week of Parenting on Purpose, we kick off the series by talking about how parenting isn’t…
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How PAIN Cuts Through The Noise.
Pain has a way of getting our attention. We don’t choose it, and we’d never ask for it—but it’s often the place where God speaks the clearest. In this final week of our How to Hear God series, we walk through 2 Corinthians 12:7–9, where the Apostle Paul pleads with God to remove his “thorn in the...
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Welcome to the official podcast of Access Church in North Branch, MN. We exist to draw people into a growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ. If you have questions about our church or Christianity in general, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. If you'd like to financially support our ministry, you can do so by visiting https://www.accesschurch.info/give.
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