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Between Sermons // Audio
by Disciples Church
Welcome to Between Sermons, the podcast that’s all about continuing the conversation beyond the Sunday sermon. Hosted by Pastor Brent McQuay and produced by Disciples Church, our show offers a fresh perspective through a deeper dive into the message from last Sunday’s sermon.Our goal is to help you apply these teachings to your daily life in practical and meaningful ways, while learning more about God, Scripture, and faith through relevant and engaging discussions.We release new episodes every Wednesday, so whether you’re a long-time member of CLC or just looking for some inspiration and wisdom, be sure to join us each week for Between Sermons as we Continue the Conversation.Between Sermons is produced by Christian Life Center, a nondenominational church located in Tinley Park, IL, in the south suburbs of Chicago.At Christian Life Center, you’ll discover that our passion is to provide a place where people just like you can have a life-changing experience with God. We are on a missi
Episodes
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Should You Go on a Mission Trip? What to Know Before You Say Yes
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...
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Are You Too Busy to Hear God? | When Good Things Become Distractions
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,...
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Is Being a Good Person Enough? | How to Actually Share Your Faith
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,...
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You Follow Jesus… But Do You Think Like Him? | Changing Your Mindset
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...
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Is It Demonic or Just Me? Understanding Spiritual Warfare & Open Doors
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,...
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You Say You Follow Jesus… But Are You Still in Control?
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...
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Did God Tell You to Do It? How to Know When to Move & When to Wait
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....
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Stop Waiting—God Already Gave You an Assignment
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…
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What Real Faith Actually Looks Like
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…
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Jesus Never Promised an Easy Life (Here’s What He Did Promise)
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...
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The #1 Reason Christians Stay Stuck
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…
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Stop Chasing Platforms. Start Using Your Gifts.
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...
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Why Religious People Judge (And Jesus Didn’t)
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...
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Does God Still Heal? A Conversation Every Christian Needs
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...
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What Happens When God Doesn't Meet Your Expectations?
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.…
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Why Is Obeying God So Hard? | Real Talk on Faith, Trust & Surrender
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,...
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Love Your Enemies?! Let’s Talk About What Jesus Really Meant
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…
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Why Following Jesus Feels So Hard Sometimes… | Luke 6 Conversation
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...
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Religion Made It Complicated… Jesus Made It Simple | Luke 6 Explained
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,...
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Why It’s So Hard to Let Go of Your Old Life (Even When You Love God)
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...
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When You’re Praying… But Nothing Is Changing | Real Talk on Faith & Trust (Luke 5)
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…
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The Miracle Didn’t Happen Until They Obeyed… (Luke 5 Breakdown)
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…
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“Can Christians Really…?” Answering the Questions Everyone Is Thinking
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...
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He Spoke… and Everything Changed | The Power of Jesus’ Authority
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…
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No Regrets: Living Fully for God | Missions, Fear & Faith
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...
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Why People Reject What’s Familiar | When You Think You Know Jesus
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…
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The 3 Doors of Temptation (Luke 4) | How Jesus Resisted the Enemy & What It Means for Us
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...
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Prepare the Way: What Real Repentance Actually Looks Like
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...
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Before the Platform: Why God Builds You in Private First
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…
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The Humble King: Why Jesus Was Born in a Manger (Luke 2 Explained)
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...
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Because God Said So: Faith, Community & Obedience in Luke 1
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...
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Discipleship Essentials
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...
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Do I Really Have to Fast? Prayer, Discipline & Hearing God Clearly
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...
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The Savior Complex: Why Trying to Fix Everyone Is Wearing You Out
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...
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You Don’t Have a Communication Problem… You Have a YOU Problem
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...
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Are Your Emotions Running Your Life? How to Take Control Before They Take Over
In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Lashon dive into one of the most real and relatable topics in our faith journey—our emotions. Kicking off the new Red Flags series, the team gets honest about anger, frustration, rejection, insecurity, and the emotional patterns we...
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When God Interrupts the Plan: Fear of the Lord, Awe & Obedience | Christian Atheist Finale
What happens when God completely takes over a Sunday service? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Jason unpack the powerful move of God that stopped the 10:30 service in its tracks — a moment of awe, surrender, and unmistakable presence. Using this experience…
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Is the Bible Reliable? Debunking the Myths & Misconceptions
Is the Bible really trustworthy? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Carlton McCarthy tackle one of the most common struggles in faith—believing in God but not fully trusting His Word. Together, they break down misconceptions about the Bible’s reliability,...
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You Might Be a Christian Atheist If… | Knowing God vs. Just Believing in Him
What does it mean to believe in God... but live like He doesn’t exist? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Marcus Ivy open the Christian Atheist series with a conversation that’s funny, raw, and powerfully convicting. From dust-covered Bibles and emotional idolatry to...
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Die to Self: What True Surrender Looks Like | For the One Missions Recap
What does it really mean to live surrendered to God? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Tiffany Hines close out the For the One Missions Series with a conversation that hits deep. From confronting Americanized Christianity to redefining what “missions” actually…
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Be the Bacon: What Missions Really Teaches Us About Faith, Sacrifice & Obedience
What does it mean to be the bacon in your faith? In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Pastor Harry, and Ti’heasha continue the conversation about our For the One Missions Series with stories that will make you laugh, cry, and want to pack your bags for the…
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Why We Go: The Heart Behind Missions at Disciples Church | For the One Series
What does it really mean to live “For the One”? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Asa open the For the One missions series with a powerful and down-to-earth conversation about the heartbeat of global missions at Disciples Church. They share the story behind…
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Stand Firm & Suffer Well | How to Resist the Enemy & Trust God Through Hard Seasons | 1 Peter 5
What does it really mean to cast your cares on God and stand firm in your faith? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and special guest Pastor Jennifer Parks close out the 1 Peter series with an authentic conversation about humility, leadership, anxiety, and spiritual...
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Sips of Sin & Steps Toward Holiness | 1 Peter 4 Explained
Is it possible to live holy without becoming “holier-than-thou”? In this episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley, Pastor Carlton McCarthy, and David Beasley keep it real about temptation, conviction, and what it truly means to suffer like Christ. They unpack 1 Peter 4, talking about how sin...
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Submission, Marriage & Watching Your Words | 1 Peter 3 Explained
What does submission really mean in marriage—and how does it apply if you’re single? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Tiffany Hines dive into 1 Peter 3 with an honest and practical conversation about marriage, respect, and faith. Together, they unpack what it looks...
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Five Steps to Living Holy in a Messy World | 1 Peter 2 Study
What does it really look like to live out your faith in a world full of division, distractions, and struggles? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Harry continue our study through 1 Peter by unpacking chapter 2. Together, they break down five practical action...
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Too Many Tabs Open? Staying Sober-Minded in a Distracted World
What does it really mean to be holy as God is holy? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Pastor Sol, and Ti’heasha continue our journey through 1 Peter with a conversation about holiness, sober-mindedness, and what it looks like to live set apart in today’s world. Together, they…
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Life Bad, God Good: Finding Hope in Trials | 1 Peter Study
What does it mean to have a living hope when life gets hard? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Pastor Asa kick off our In the Book: 1 Peter series with a real and honest conversation about faith in trials. Together, they unpack the difference between trials and...
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Pray, Plan & Persevere: Nehemiah’s Blueprint for Doing God’s Great Work
What does it take to stay faithful to the “great work” God has placed in front of you? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and Ari wrap up the Called series with Nehemiah’s powerful story. From rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem in just 52 days to leading with prayer,...
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For Such a Time as This: Esther’s Story, Obedience & God’s Hidden Hand
What does it really mean to be called for such a time as this? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent, Ti’heasha, and guest Kris Lacy dive into the story of Esther and what it reveals about calling, courage, and obedience. From Esther’s willingness to risk everything, to Mordecai’s role...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Between Sermons, the podcast that’s all about continuing the conversation beyond the Sunday sermon. Hosted by Pastor Brent McQuay and produced by Disciples Church, our show offers a fresh perspective through a deeper dive into the message from last Sunday’s sermon.Our goal is to help you apply these teachings to your daily life in practical and meaningful ways, while learning more about God, Scripture, and faith through relevant and engaging discussions.We release new episodes every Wednesday, so whether you’re a long-time member of CLC or just looking for some inspiration and wisdom, be sure to join us each week for Between Sermons as we Continue the Conversation.Between Sermons is produced by Christian Life Center, a nondenominational church located in Tinley Park, IL, in the south suburbs of Chicago.At Christian Life Center, you’ll discover that our passion is to provide a place where people just like you can have a life-changing experience with God. We are on a missi
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