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by The Story Church
Welcome to The Story Church Podcast, where we bring the heart of our community in Comstock Park, MI, right to your ears. Join us for inspiring sermons, heartfelt discussions, and practical teachings that connect faith to everyday life. Whether you're part of our local congregation or tuning in from afar, we invite you to grow with us in faith, love, and community. Let's journey together in discovering and living out God's story for our lives.
Episodes
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Born Grasping | Kyle Kotrch
What happens when fear drives you to grasp for control instead of trusting God’s timing? In this message, you will learn how the cycle of fear and control can distort your relationships, your sense of identity, and even your experience of God’s promises. Expect to see the difference between...
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Advance The Kingdom | Kyle Kotrch
Are you living to check a box, or are you ready to see your life become part of God's movement to transform people? In this message, you will discover how God measures success by lives changed, not by personal scorecards, and why advancing the Kingdom means reaching the overlooked, the unlikely,...
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Make A Difference | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever wondered why we do what we do as a church, and what difference it truly makes? In this message, you will learn how a life changed by Jesus naturally points others to Him, why serving and meeting needs go hand in hand with sharing the gospel, and how your unique role can make a…
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Discover Purpose | Brian Blum
Have you ever wondered, “What was I made for?”—and wrestled with how your identity, purpose, and daily assignments are shaped by God rather than by your achievements, failures, or comparisons with others? In this message, Pastor Brian Blum continues the Rooted series by exploring how true purpose...
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Find Freedom | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever felt weighed down by broken promises, shame, or the sense that your failures define you—wondering if true freedom is even possible? In this sermon, Pastor Kyle explores Peter’s denial of Jesus in Matthew 26, guiding us through the painful cycle of forgotten words, unmet vows, and...
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Know God | Kyle Kotrch
Do you remember the exact moment Jesus invited you to follow Him—or has your walk with Him simply always been? You'll explore the story of Peter's call from the fishing boats to discover what real discipleship looks like, learning that following Jesus always leads to helping others find Him too....
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What Are You Doing Here? | Steve Schutter
We live in a world that never turns off. Phones, schedules, social media, anxiety, the opinions of everyone around us…and they all compete for the space where God’s voice is supposed to live. The problem isn’t that God has stopped speaking, the problem is that we’ve filled every quiet moment with...
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Finding God In a Whisper | Kyle Kotrch
Are you missing God's voice because you're looking for Him in all the wrong places? Through Elijah's dramatic showdown with the prophets of Baal and his surprising encounter with God afterward, you'll discover that God often speaks not in the spectacular moments we expect, but in the gentle…
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Burned Out and Broken | Kyle Kotrch
What if the enemy doesn't need to convince you to walk away from your faith—he just needs to distract you long enough to forget your mission? Through the story of Elijah, you'll discover how God often speaks in the stillness that our lives keep interrupting. You can expect to learn practical ways...
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One Church Sunday | David Dykstra
Have you ever talked yourself out of something God called you to do because you were afraid of failing? You'll discover why playing it safe isn't actually safe at all, and why God doesn't need you to be flawless—just faithful. Through the Parable of the Talents and the Hall of Faith, you'll see…
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A Mind to Work | Kyle Kotrch
What could God accomplish in just 52 days if His people fully committed to the work He's calling them to? You'll discover how Nehemiah led ordinary people to rebuild Jerusalem's walls in less than two months—not through individual heroics, but because everyone showed up and did their part. You…
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Don't Come Down | Kyle Kotrch
What do you do when your obedience to God is met with fierce opposition? Through the story of Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalem's walls amid relentless ridicule and threats, you'll discover that what you remember determines whether you can endure. You'll learn why God's answer to your prayers often...
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You've Got a Section | Kyle Kotrch
What if the question isn't "Who's going to fix it?" but rather "Which part is mine?" You'll discover how Nehemiah's wall wasn't rebuilt by one extraordinary leader, but by ordinary people who stopped waiting for someone else and started asking where they fit in. Through the story of rebuilding...
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The Burden Is the Beginning | Kyle Kotrch
What if your greatest purpose is hidden beneath your deepest pain? You'll discover how God transforms the burdens that break your heart into meaningful kingdom work through the story of Nehemiah, a man who couldn't ignore what shattered him. You can expect to be challenged about the comfortable...
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Do Not Murder | Steve Schutter
What if anger is more dangerous than you think? You'll discover how Jesus took the sixth commandment beyond the act of murder to expose what happens in our hearts long before outward actions occur. Through the story of King Ahab and practical examples from everyday life, you can expect to...
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Do Not Commit Adultery | Brian Blum
What if adultery doesn't begin in the bedroom, but in small, seemingly innocent moments we fail to recognize? You'll discover the nine subtle steps that lead down the path of infidelity and learn how to protect your marriage by drawing boundary lines early. Whether you're guarding your...
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No Idols | Kyle Kotrch
What if the idols in your life aren't statues, but the things that fill your pockets, your calendar, and your heart? You'll discover how modern idolatry—whether it's success, comfort, technology, or even good things elevated too high—competes for the worship that belongs to God alone. Through an...
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Do Not Bear False Witness | Kyle Kotrch
What if the lies you've been telling yourself are keeping you from the freedom God has for you? You'll discover that the ninth commandment isn't just about avoiding lies—it's about becoming a trustworthy witness whose life speaks the truth of who God is. You can expect to wrestle with what kind…
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Do Not Covet | David Dykstra
What if the constant wanting you feel isn't a personal weakness, but a carefully designed system meant to keep you dissatisfied? You'll discover how the tenth commandment—"You shall not covet"—exposes the root issue behind all the others: a heart problem that believes God is holding out on you....
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Lord's Name In Vain | Kyle Kotrch
What if the name you carry holds more weight than you realize? You'll discover what it truly means to honor God's name—not just in your words and prayers, but in the way you live every single day. You can expect to be challenged about the gap between claiming Christ's name and actually reflecting...
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Honor Your Parents | Kyle Kotrch
What does it truly mean to honor your parents—especially when the relationship feels complicated or broken? You'll discover that honor begins at home but extends to everyone around you, because honor reflects the heart of God. You can expect to wrestle with the difference between obedience and...
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Do Not Steal | Blake Hicks
What if the real issue isn't what you've taken, but what you're holding back from giving? You'll discover how the eighth commandment goes far beyond avoiding theft—it's an invitation to move from a life of taking to a life of radical generosity. Through the story of Zacchaeus and honest…
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Sabbath | Kyle Kotrch
Why does rest feel so rebellious in our culture, and what does that reveal about what we truly believe about God? You'll discover how the Sabbath isn't just an ancient rule to follow, but a weekly declaration of trust that God sustains the universe without your help. You can expect to be…
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No Other Gods | Kyle Kotrch
Who or what do you truly serve? You'll discover why clarity about your ultimate allegiance matters more than you think, and how the first commandment isn't about rules but about freedom. You can expect to wrestle with honest questions about where your heart truly bows—whether to God or to the...
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Hell: Is it Real? How Does a Good God Send People There? | Kyle Kotrch
What if the greatest invitation you'll ever receive isn't about getting into heaven, but about choosing to accept it today? Through the story of Lazarus and the rich man, you'll discover that hell isn't about God sending people away, but about honoring the choices we make. You can expect to...
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Are We Living in the End Times? | Kyle Kotrch
Are we living in the end times, and if so, should we be afraid? You'll discover that the question isn't about predicting dates or decoding signs, but about living faithfully in the present while holding onto hope for what's to come. You can expect to shift from anxiety about the unknown to...
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Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With? | Brian Blum
Why does God care about your sexual choices? You'll discover that sex wasn't just a physical invention—it was God's idea, designed with a specific purpose to draw you closer to Him and reflect the intimacy He desires with you. You can expect to understand God's original design for sexuality…
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Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? | Kyle Kotrch
What if your deepest doubts aren't signs of weak faith, but actually the gym where your faith is being built? You'll discover that God isn't threatened by your questions—He welcomes them with the same kindness Jesus showed to doubting Thomas. Through the story of Thomas and personal reflections…
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Is Doubt Wrong? | Kyle Kotrch
What if your deepest doubts aren't signs of weak faith, but actually the gym where your faith is being built? You'll discover that God isn't threatened by your questions—He welcomes them with the same kindness Jesus showed to doubting Thomas. Through the story of Thomas and personal reflections…
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Why Should I Trust the Bible? | Steve Schutter
Can you really trust the Bible, or is it just a collection of stories written and changed by people over time? You'll discover why Scripture is grounded in real historical events and eyewitness testimony, how it has been remarkably preserved throughout history, and why Jesus himself trusted it...
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One Foot in the Grave | Kyle Kotrch
What if the emptiness you fear most is actually the doorway to the fullness you've been searching for? You'll discover how the book of Ecclesiastes confronts our deepest anxieties about death and meaninglessness, only to point us toward Jesus' promise of abundant life. Through examining the...
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Lie of Control | Kyle Kotrch
Are you trying to control every aspect of your life, or are you ready to truly surrender it all to God? You'll discover how the lie of control keeps us from experiencing the fullest life God has for us, and why living each day as if it could be your last changes everything. Through the wisdom of...
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Limitations | Kyle Kotrch
Are you trying to break through limits God never intended you to cross, or refusing to accept the healthy boundaries He's placed in your life? In our culture's obsession with speed, efficiency, and breaking every barrier, you'll discover how to discern which limits God is calling you to push...
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Where Am I Going? | Brian Blum
What are you building with your life that will actually outlast you? You'll discover why work, family, and even power can't provide the lasting legacy we're all searching for—and why only one thing can anchor your life with eternal significance. Through a journey in Ecclesiastes 4, you can expect...
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Doing Time | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever felt like your current season—whether filled with pain or uncertainty—means the game is over? You'll discover how every season of life, from planting to uprooting, from weeping to dancing, is divinely appointed by God and holds purpose beyond what you can see. Through the lens of...
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Bursting the Bubble | Blake Hicks
Are you chasing pleasure but still missing true happiness? You'll discover why our constant pursuit of temporary pleasures—whether through accomplishments, possessions, or circumstances—leaves us empty and unfulfilled. Through Solomon's journey in Ecclesiastes, you can expect to learn the three...
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Walk Humbly | Kyle Kotrch
What does it truly mean to worship God in a way that reflects His heart? You'll discover that loving God isn't just about personal devotion or church attendance—it's inseparable from how you love and serve your neighbors, especially the vulnerable and marginalized. Through the lens of Micah 6:8…
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Love Mercy | Kyle Kotrch
What if God's mercy is more active and tangible than you've ever imagined? You'll discover how God's character holds justice and mercy together in perfect harmony, and why His standard remains unshakable even as His mercy rises to meet our rebellion. Through the story of Moses and the golden…
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Do Justice | Brian Blum
What if the justice you're obsessed with—whether life is fair to *you*—is actually making your world smaller and more miserable? You'll discover what God really means when He calls us to "do justice" in Micah 6:8, and why it's less about getting what you deserve and more about showing up for…
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Intro to Micah 6 | Kyle Kotrch
What does it truly mean to live a good life according to God's design rather than the world's definition? You'll discover that God isn't interested in negotiating your behavior through religious transactions—He's after transforming your heart. Through exploring what it means to act justly, love...
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Redeemed and Delivered | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever felt like your life has been reversed from abundance to poverty, from healing to brokenness, leaving you wondering if there's any hope left? Through the dramatic conclusion of Esther's story, you'll discover that heaven's favorite language is reversal—God specializes in turning what...
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Invisible God | Kyle Kotrch
What if the moments when God feels most absent are actually when He's working hardest behind the scenes? You'll discover how Esther's story reveals that obedience doesn't always mean immediate clarity, but rather faithful forward movement with God. You can expect to understand why waiting on God…
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Cost of Courage | Kyle Kotrch
What would you do if God asked you to take a leap that could cost you everything? Through Esther's story, you'll discover that faithfulness is never cheap, but God uses surrendered people to face impossible situations. You can expect to be challenged about the "yes" God is asking from you—whether...
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Positioned On Purpose | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever wondered what your true purpose is in life? By exploring the story of Esther, you will learn how God orchestrates events with divine precision, even when life feels like a complex game of chess. You can expect to discover how your life is not a series of random events but a divine...
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New Territory: Faith Over Fear In The Year Ahead | Brian Blum
Are you ready to step into the unknown with faith rather than fear? As you prepare for the new year, you will learn how to assess your faith and fear through the story of Israel on the brink of the Promised Land. You can expect to discover three key lessons that encourage saying "yes" to God…
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Changed Lives | Kyle Kotrch
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Virgin Birth (God With Us) | Brian Blum
Have you ever wondered why the story of the virgin birth is so significant? In exploring this miraculous event, you will learn how it introduces us to Jesus as both God and man, the ultimate guide for our lives. You can expect to discover how surrendering your own life map and inviting Jesus into...
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Angels | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever felt like you're living in darkness, longing for a breakthrough of light? In this reflection, you will learn how the story of the shepherds and the angelic proclamation reveals that Jesus is the Savior for all, especially the overlooked and outcast. You can expect to be challenged…
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Prophecy Fulfilled | Kyle Kotrch
Have you ever considered how the extraordinary can emerge from the ordinary moments of life? Through the story of the Christmas truce during World War I and the prophecy of Micah, you will learn how Jesus, the extraordinary King, enters into the humble and mundane aspects of our world. You can...
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Star (Guiding Light) | Amanda Alcumbrack
Have you ever wondered how light can transform darkness in your life? You will learn how God's light pierces through the shadows, guiding you toward Jesus, the true King. Expect to discover how this divine light draws you closer, reveals hidden truths, and transforms your path, just as it did for...
About this show
Welcome to The Story Church Podcast, where we bring the heart of our community in Comstock Park, MI, right to your ears. Join us for inspiring sermons, heartfelt discussions, and practical teachings that connect faith to everyday life. Whether you're part of our local congregation or tuning in from afar, we invite you to grow with us in faith, love, and community. Let's journey together in discovering and living out God's story for our lives.
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