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"Married....Now What?"

by Levi Mattes

"Married....Now What?" is an online resource for young married couples. It is recorded as a ministry of Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma under the leadership of Levi Mattes, Evergreen's Director of Men's Ministries. Its primary focus is on in-depth Bible study and the principles of marriage and family taught in the Bible. Most recordings are lessons from the Evergreen Young Families Sunday School Class.

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  1. Ep. 237 "The Gospel on Display: Parenting & Discipleship" 1 Corinthians 4:14-17

    Parenting is discipleship. The opportunity to raise a child from an infant – completely dependent on you – to an adult who is completely dependent on God. Our goal is to show them the way of the Lord and teach them to walk in His ways on their own. With so many profiles, posts, podcasts, and...

  2. Ep. 236 "Gospel Humility" Philippians 2:1-11

    Garrett Weir shares what humility looks like in the lief of a believer as we continue going deeper into what Gospel maturity looks like.

  3. Ep. 235 "The Gospel on Display: The Mission of Marriage"

    Marriage was not the inspiration to illustrate Christ and the Church. Christ and the Church inspired marriage! Both the Church and Marriages are called share in friendship, intimacy, & advancing the Gospel. Are we active in our marriages and our church or passive in both?

  4. Ep. 234 "The Gospel on Display: Marriage - Wives & the Church"

    Marriage was not the inspiration to illustrate Christ and the Church. Christ and the Church inspired marriage! The Church is the ideal model for the wife in the marital relationship; the way the Church is called to submit to Christ is how the wife serves her husband as an equal. So, what does...

  5. Ep. 233 "The Gospel on Display: Marriage-Husbands & Jesus

    Marriage was not the inspiration to illustrate Christ & the Church. Christ and the Church inspired marriage! Christ is the perfect model for the husband in the marital relationships; the way Christ loves the church is the way a husband is commanded to love his wife. Sow what does Scripture tell…

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  6. Ep. 232 "Gospel Maturity" Philippians 1:3-11

    "There is a temptation to think of the Gospel as the first step of being a believer, "Christian Pre-K", and everything else moves beyond that. But true maturity as a Jesus-follower means going deeper into the Gospel again and again and again. the same principles that make an infant grow to a...

  7. Ep. 231 "Radiating Influence: Salt & Light" Acts 28:17-31

    The end of Acts and Paul’s ministry closes revealing what Salt & Light look like. Salt to stop the decay where life once was but is no more; light to reveal the truth to those wandering in darkness. The way Paul has lived his life models for us how we can and should be Salt and Light to the world...

  8. Ep. 230 "Radiating Influence: Tailored Evangelism" Acts 17:16-34

    The Gospel continues to spread at every level – including the halls and hills of power and intellect. While some may seem intimidating to share the gospel with, we must remember that the testimony of Christ can and will stand against any opposition. Paul shows us what that looks like in our own...

  9. Ep. 229 Daniel Eldridge, Part 2 of 2

    One of our teacher's, Daniel Eldridge, explores what a godly life looks like through a study of Paul's letter to the Ephesian church.

  10. Ep. 228 Daniel Eldridge, Part 1 of 2

    One of our teacher's, Daniel Eldridge, explores what a godly life looks like through a study of Paul's letter to the Ephesian church.

  11. Ep. 227 "Radiating Influence: Reach, Rejoice, & Rebrand" Acts 11:19-26

    As the Gospel continues to move beyond the borders of the primarly Jewish world, the process of it going to "the ends of the earth" begins. The progression from what was thought to be a new sect of Judaism to "Christian" is an incredible story that reminds us nobody is out of Christ's reach…

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  12. Ep. 226 "Radiating Influence: The Influential & The Influencers" Acts 8:4-24

    57% of all Gen X have the career ambition of becoming a social media influencer. There is a longing that people have to feel important, seen, and contributing to society. But so many of them are profiting off of their position -- seeking money and attention rather than influence. The power of God...

  13. Ep. 225 "Radiating Influence: An Unstoppable Force" Acts 5:17-42

    As the Church continues to grow, it also continues to face opposition. Following an event of inner disunity, the apostle now find themselves facing persecution from outside the Way again. the wise words of one of their opposition should be an encouragement for us to "obey God rahter than man" no...

  14. Ep. 224 "Radiating Influence: On Purpose" Acts 4:1-22

    With the Helper empowering them, the early Church begins to do great things: Peter stands and delivers and incredible sermon that brings 3,000 people to salvation in Christ and miraculous healings are taking place. One healing leads to the arrest of Peter and John. While they didn't go looking…

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  15. Ep. 223 "Radiating Influence: First Steps" Acts 1:12-26

    In this new and final series of the "Year of Public Faith", we look into the Acts of the Apostles to see what it looks like to take the gospel out into the world faithfully. It all starts with stewarding what you've been given well. "Following the Resurrection and Ascension of Jesus, the apostles...

  16. Ep. 222 "True Confidence" Philippians 3:3-14

    In this lesson, guest speaker, Jacob Osborn steps up and steps out of his comfort zone to teach. Jacob shares about where our true confidence comes from and what hope we have in that confidence.

  17. Ep. 221 "People of Action " James1:19-27

    In this lesson, Garrett Weir continues his series over James 1 and what it looks like to live out what we learn from our time with Jesus.

  18. Ep. 220 'Faith in the Fight" James 1:1-18

    In this episode, Garrett Weir begins teaching from James 1 about enduring trials with joy and the impact that has on the world around us as Christians.

  19. Ep. 219 "Obedient Service: A Beautiful Day for a Neighbor" Luke 10:25-37

    When a common question gets a unique answer, it catches the attention of everyone. Luke records a question found in Matthew and Mark, but offers a response unique to his gospel account. Jesus's definition of a neighbor removes any room for the Lawyer -- and us -- to pick and choose what love,...

  20. Ep. 218 "Obedient Service: Focused Faith"

    Just a few chapters earlier, we find John the Baptist seeing Jesus in a public ministry context for the first time. the Gospel of John tells us in this moment, the prophet cries out, "behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" Now, from prison, John sends his disciples with the...

  21. Ep. 217 "Obedient Service: Obedience Beyond Reason" Luke 5:1-11, 27-32

    When Christ commissions and commands us to ministry and the purpose He has intended you for, it becomes an all-encompassing focus. The fishermen leave behind their lives’ work and the tax collector leaves behind profit to follow Jesus. Working for Jesus in light of the call He has in our lives...

  22. Ep. 216 "Obedient Service: The Eager & The Arrogant "Luke 4:16-30

    After a month off, guest teacher Daniel Eldridge shows us how Jesus displays how far we should be willing to take the gospel as we continue our series in Luke!

  23. Ep. 215 "Obedient Service: Fighting Spiritually" Luke 4:1-15

    Tests and temptations may often seem indistinguishable from one another. Every day we are faced with being led astray or becoming more like Jesus. The story of Jesus in the Wilderness shows us the enemy's tactics, the Lord's strength to overcome, and Jesus as the sympathetic, Great High Priest.…

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  24. Ep. 214 "Obedient Service: Living Practically" Luke. 3:1-17

    Welcome to 2026! As we continue The Year of a Public Faith, we begin a new series in the Gospel of Luke. Over the next few months, we will be looking at Obedient Service and what it means to live like Jesus does in the world around us today. Before Jesus enters the scene for His public ministry,...

  25. Ep. 213 "A Warning Against Drift" Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:1-4

    Please welcome Chris Cheaney. On this episode, Chris takes us through the early verses of Hebrews. Hebrews opens with a description of the supremacy and deity of Christ. With that foundation, the author delivers a strong reminder to be vigilant and intentional in our spiritual lives to avoid any...

  26. Ep. 212 "Faithful Proclamations: Foundations & Fruit" Amos 9:11-15

    "With this last stand, Amos reveals God's plan to rebuild & restore Israel. This entire time, Amos has been relating the discipline of a good Father longing for His own to return to Him. Today, Amos's message to Israel reminds us we are called to a different life of sacrifice, service, &...

  27. Ep. 211 "Faithful Proclamations: Global Perspective" Amos 9:1-10

    "In this fifth & final vision, Amos announces that the Lord has stood in judgment against Israel from within the temple, above the altar. The very place they thought would preserve them was the same place God rose in judgment. As Amos draws near the end of his recorded ministry, he reminds Israel...

  28. Ep. 210 "Strong Foundations" Luke 6:46-49

    "Jesus said many things about hat our lives would be like is we chose to follow Him. What he never said is that it would be easy. In fact, much of what He said was the exact opposite. Man of us have found ourselves in difficult circumstances and begin to question if something is wrong with this...

  29. Ep. 209 "Faithful Proclamations: Sincere Worship" Amos 8

    Garrett Weir takes us through Amos's fourth vision and the judgment that accompanies it. We see the Lord's anger against Israel's sin finally coming to fruition. The Lord had shown Israel grace and patience for so long, but their religious masks were finally too repulsive to not discipline them.…

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  30. Ep. 208 "Faithful Proclamations: Truth & Lies" Amos 7:10-17

    Amos now stands accused by a false priest. This encounter puts the truth of God's Word in direct contrast with the lies of the enemy; it puts a faithful man on display against darkness. Amos's faithfulness and humility set him apart as a servant of God and set and example for us as light in a…

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  31. Ep. 207 "Faithful Proclamations: The Power of Prayer" Amos 7-19

    "Amos begins relating five visions of judgment against Israelf for the actions she has been accused of us to this point. This is the first time we experience the "vision" portion of Amos's ministry and we see how His interactions with the Lord reminds us of Moses (Exodus 32) and point us towards...

  32. Ep. 206 "Faithful Proclamations: Fame & Misfortune" Amos 6:1-14

    "The apostle Paul warns us in 2 Timothy 3 that in the last days there will be those who "have the appearnace of godliness....denying its power." Ignoring God's call to return to Him, Israel continues in their own arrogance, pursuing the influence and celebrity of the nations around them instead…

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  33. Ep. 205 "Faithful Proclamations: Turn Back to God" Amos 5:1-27

    Through a funeral poem, God displays His heartbreak over the specific sins of Israel. He also offers them a simple way back to Him: turn around. Just as He spoke through the prophet many years ago, He is speaking through the Church to the rebellious world today. Central to the entire message of…

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  34. Ep. 204 "Faithful Proclamations: Ignoring the Voice of God" Amos 4:1-13

    As God continues in His charges against Israel, He shows them one of their greatest errors -- ignoring His voice. This slippery slope that lead to Israel's fall is still a present danger to us today. If we are not intentional in our devotion, obedience, and service we will find ourselves on a...

  35. Ep. 203 "Faithful Proclamations: Higher Callings" Amos 2:6-3:15

    After a harrowing list of judgments against the surrounding nations, God turns His attention to Israel: His covenant people. Foolishly believing that their covenantal status secures them in His favor, Israel meets the harshest judgment from the Mighty Roaring Lion. The stricter judgment and...

  36. Ep. 202 "Faithful Proclamations: Fallen Cultures" Amos 1:1-2:5

    As we being the Year of a Public Faith, we turn our attention to the prophets, particularly Amos. A humble farmer from the southern kingdom of Judah, Amos comes with a scathing message or judgment against Israel. Amidst abounding prosperity, Israel thought they could get a pass on sinful and…

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  37. Ep. 201 "God's Faithfulness & Our Response" Hosea 6:1-6

    Guest teacher, Daniel Eldridge shares with us what it means for God to be faithful and how we should appropriately respond to His faithfulness.

  38. Ep. 200 "The Year of Public Faith" Matthew 5:13-16

    "The Year of Salt & Light for Evergreen is a call and reminder of our influence and duty in the World around us. What has this looked like in the past? What does it look like for us? Just as using salt is purposeful, or turning on a light reaches beyond itself, we were not made to sit back…

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  39. Ep. 199 The Mobile Army: "A Faithful Warrior" Joshua 23-24

    As the Year of the Warrior Mindset comes to a close, Levi Mattes show us how at the end of his life, Joshua focuses on what continued faithfulness looks like. He reminds Israel that God has given all these things into her hand from His own. This gift - while free - comes with a requirement of...

  40. Ep 198 "The Mobile Army: Reminder of Obedience" Joshua 8

    "Now that the sin in the camp has been removed, Israel continues with the work they have been given. Revisiting Ai in obedience bring about a different result. Through this process of conquering and judging the kingdom of Ai, Israel will be reminded of fundamental truths about who they are and…

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  41. Ep 197 "The Mobile Army: The Wages of Sin" Joshua 7

    "Sin is not measured by public scandal, but by a perfect God. Even the smallest things that we may overlook are sin if scriptures commands against them. We may find ourselves most susceptible after great victories or great spiritual moments. When we give into sin, the consequences impact those...

  42. Ep 196 "The Mobile Army: Victory through Surrender" Joshua 6

    "When the preparation is finally complete and the army is ready, the battle is set to being. Only, the true Commander that was revealed in Chapter 5 now issues orders that make no sense for any army to carry out. Joshua and the Israelites are about to see the impact and significance of…

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  43. Ep. 195 "The Prepared Army: The Commander of the Lord's Army" Joshua 5:13-15

    "As we continue in the year of the warrior mindset, we have a glimpse into the actions of Israel's warrior leader, Joshua. When confronted with their first big battle, Joshua shows us what having a warrior mindset as the children of God looks like. The Lord is always with us, ready and prepared…

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  44. EP 194 "The Prepared Army: First Fruits" Joshua 5:10-12

    In this lesson, Pastor Philip takes us through what it meant for the new generation of Israel to come out of the wilderness and enjoy the Passover and the first fruits of the Promised Land as they followed God in obedience and preparation.

  45. Ep 193 "The Prepared Army: The Memorial Stones" Joshua 4

    "We all go through different seasons in our lives and God is with us every step of the way. as we see God miraculously parting the Jordan to let Israel cross, we see Joshua use the stones from the river as physical monuments to remember that God keeps His promises. We can also learn to make...

  46. Ep 192 "The Prepared Army: A Generation Prepares" Joshua 5:1-9

    After God’s miraculous provision at the crossing of the Jordan River, the people of Israel find themselves in hostile territory. Enemies can attack at any moment, but God provides shelter and space for them to commit to His cause. It is in this moment that everything will change, and a generation...

  47. Ep 191 "The Prepared Army: A Divine Reminder" Joshua 3:1-17

    "Crises are crazy, frightening events that can either lead to our growth or hurt. The nation of Israel has a choice on the edge of the Jordan to trust in God's power and authority, or to see the obstacles as too much. When things are changing in our own lives - families, jobs, houses, etc. - we…

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  48. Ep. 190 "The Prepared Army: A Divine Testimony" - Joshua 2:1-24

    "The united nation of Israel now starts taking action towards conquering the Promised Land. This process begins with infiltrating strongholds of Canaan, beginning with Jericho. We meet an unsuspecting, but critical, person of not only the conquest story, but the Gospel as well. Rahab stands as…

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  49. Ep. 189 "The Prepared Army: A Divine Message" - Joshua 1:10-18

    "The new generation of Israel, which is made up of those who just waited for the elders to die, is now ready to and take the Promised Land. This initial episode is setting the stage for all of Israel to be prepared for the campaign to come. But first, they must be sure they are moving forward as…

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  50. Ep. 188 "The Prepared Army: A Divine Calling" - Joshua 1:1-9

    In this episode, we begin walking through the first eight chapters of Joshua. The Book of Joshua stands as an important example of spiritual warfare as we follow Israel's obedience to the Lord as they prepare and begin the conquest of the Promised Land after 400 years of slavery and 40 years...

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"Married....Now What?" is an online resource for young married couples. It is recorded as a ministry of Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma under the leadership of Levi Mattes, Evergreen's Director of Men's Ministries. Its primary focus is on in-depth Bible study and the principles of marriage and family taught in the Bible. Most recordings are lessons from the Evergreen Young Families Sunday School Class.

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