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Unscripted with Pastor Nate Morris
by PAUL HAMMONTREE
Each week we engage in candid conversations with Nate… focusing in on some of the subjects brought up in the Sunday morning teaching shared at Mountain Life Calvary Chapel.
Episodes
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Every Good Gift - James 1:16-18
What's good? When you stop to think about it, that can be a deep question to ponder. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss what is GOOD and where all the good gifts in our life come from.
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It's a Trap - James 1:12-15
In this episode of Unscripted we discuss the nature of temptation to sin, where it comes from, and how we can endure it.
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Rich In Christ - James 1:9-11
A very wealthy man was once asked, “How much money is enough?” His response was, “Just a little bit more.” Is the pursuit of financial wealth a worthy pursuit in life? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss where we can find true riches in life.
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Wisdom for the Way - James 1:5-8
What’s the difference between knowledge and wisdom? And how can we know if we are being led by God’s wisdom or some other wisdom. In this episode of unscripted we discuss how God’s word teaches us we can gain the wisdom that comes from God.
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Count It All Joy - James 1:1-4
Listen in as Pastor Nate answers questions regarding how we can have joy even in the midst of trials in life.
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Vision 2025
If you’ve ever struggled with your eyesight, you know how important good vision is. But vision is more than just eyesight, vision is also something that directs the choices we make in life. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the vision that God has given for us as a Christian community at...
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2 Kings 11 - Bad Grandma
Have you ever had the feeling like things are out of control. Wondering if God is so strong and able, why isn’t He doing anything to help? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how we can have confidence that God is always doing something good, even when we can’t see it.
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Daniel 12
Did you know that God has given us an incredible gift in scripture of PROPHECY… foretelling events before they happen. Prophecy is meant to ENCOURAGE us in those times when we are having a hard time seeing anything good now, or in the future. Today on this episode of UNSCRIPTED, we discuss the...
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Daniel 11:36-45
Are you having a good day? Was that movie good? Is this a good car for me to buy? We use the word GOOD quite a bit in our lives, but what do we mean when we say GOOD? In this episode of unscripted we discuss what GOOD is, and why we may not be seeing the GOOD things God is accomplishing in our...
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The Promise of God
What if you knew someone who never broke a promise. Every time they promised you something, they kept that promise. That is someone you could trust completely. In this episode of unscripted we discuss the promises of God and why we can trust Him to keep His promises to us.
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Judgment of God
That’s not fair! Is a common exclamation people make when things don’t go their way. But is FAIR something we should be looking for in life? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss God’s judgment and whether or not it is fair.
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Restoration
Do you ever wish you could have a do-over? Like, you wasted time in the past and wish you could get those years back? Did you know that God is able to supernaturally restore time we have lost due to sin in our lives? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the restoration heart and power of our...
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Repentance and Revival
"REPENT! The end is near!" For many people, the word REPENT has a negative connotation. But did you know, REPENTING is actually a wonderful opportunity for blessing that our loving God offers us? In this episode of unscripted we will discuss the beauty and joy of REPENTING.
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The Excellent Spirit - Daniel 6:1-3
You ever wish you could change… yourself… your situation… your environment or culture… but… you just can’t seem to make it happen. It’s like you just don’t have the power to accomplish something good you want to accomplish. Good news! God knows you lack the power to be the person He’s called you…
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God Won't Give Up On You - Daniel 4
Have you ever had your pride hurt? Did you enjoy it? You should’ve. Because God’s word tells us – pride leads to destruction. That means, having our pride hurt is a great blessing because it saves us from destruction! In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss what we can learn from King...
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Daniel 1:1-2 - Letting Go
Most people are working hard to control various aspects of their lives, but is that the best pathway to joy, peace, and contentment? Or is it possible the way to find peace in life is through surrender to God, rather than controlling everything ourselves? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss...
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Which Jesus Do You Want?
WHICH JESUS DO YOU WANT? Might sound like a strange question, but it applies. There are many different versions of Jesus out there, and if we’re not careful, we might find we have chosen the wrong Jesus. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the first PALM SUNDAY and how many people chose the...
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Ephesians 6:21-24 - Grace
Grace is more than just God forgiving our sin. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the depths of God's grace and how it empowers our lives as followers of Jesus.
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Ephesians 6:15-16 - the Gospel and Faith
If you’ve ever slipped and had a bad fall, then you know the importance of having shoes that have good tread. Did you know we are encouraged to have good shoes in our Christian lives? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we continue our discussion about the armor of God as we discuss shoes and shields.
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Ephesians 6:12 - Identify the Enemy
God’s word tells us to fight the good fight of faith. However, there are many peace-loving Christians who don’t want to fight. As Christians, do we have a choice in the matter, or is it inevitable that we will have to fight an enemy? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss who our enemy is, why…
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Fighting From Victory - Ephesians 6:10-12
There have been many movies that depict demonic and satanic attacks on people. Is that a real thing that happens, or is that just a way to sell movie tickets? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we begin to dig into what God’s word has to say about fighting spiritual battles.
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Vision 2024
It’s important for a church (a group of people following the Lord together) to have vision for where they are headed as a group, a fellowship, a church. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how God gives vision for a church, and specifically the vision God has given Pastor Nate for our…
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Worth the Wait
Most people get frustrated when they have to wait on hold on the phone. Well how do you feel when you God says to you, "JUST WAIT." Believe it or not, there are times in life when waiting is the best thing for us. But I don’t know if it makes it any easier. On this episode of UNSCRIPTED we…
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Come Let Us Adore Him
If you’ve ever seen a nativity scene, then you’ve probably seen the 3 wise men portrayed as being at the birth of Jesus. But is that really how it happened? Who were these guys? Where did they come from? Why did they want to see Jesus? And, when did they show up? These and other questions are...
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As Unto the Lord
Most people spend at least half of their life at their place of work. How should we, as Christians, approach this half of our life at work? Should we love our job or just endure it? Should we work hard, even if our boss is mean to us? And what if you are the boss at your place of work… how should...
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Kids, Parents, and Our Heavenly Father
The journey of parenting starts off with lots of excitement, but along the way, parenting can become quite a challenge. And what about being a child? That’s not the easiest job either! In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss what God’s word has to teach us about the parent/child relationship.
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Love & Respect
In this episode of UNSCRIPTED Pastor Nate and his wife, Jen, discuss what God's word has to say about marriage and how husbands and wives are called to love each other.
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Dating, Marriage, and Romantic Relationships
What does the Bible have to say about dating? That’s a question pastors are often asked, and the answer is almost always the same… "Not Much." In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we look at what God’s word has to offer us in the world of dating, marriage, and romantic relationships.
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Relationship Goals - Singular Focus
Which is better… to be single, or to be married. Often, single people feel that getting married would bring fulfillment into their life. But is it possible to be content, even if you are single? And is it even possible that being single is BETTER? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss being a...
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Ephesians 5:21 - I Am Second
SUBMIT! That’s a command most of us don’t want to hear. But is it possible for us to see submission as a positive rather than a negative thing? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the scriptural charge to submit to one another in love for one another, and as an act of worship to God, and how...
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Ephesians 5:20 - Giving Thanks Always
Thanksgiving is a very popular holiday. It seems like everyone has a better attitude about them as they consider all the things they are thankful for. Wouldn’t it be great if we could have that grateful attitude all year long, rather than just one day a year? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we...
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Ephesians 5:17 - Understand What the Will of the Lord is
Have you ever found yourself in a quandary… you have a decision to make, but you can’t figure out what to do? Do we do what the world says, and if it feels good, do it? Or maybe you want to follow God’s will, but you can’t figure out what His will is. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we talk about...
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Ephesians 5:18 - Be Filled With the Spirit
Have you ever felt like you’re missing some satisfaction in life? Have you ever wished you could be a stronger follower of Jesus? These are some common issues Christians have. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how to find the satisfaction and strength we need as we seek to follow Jesus.
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Ephesians 5:19 - Songs, Hymns, & Spiritual Songs
Singing in public is not everyone’s favorite thing to do. Why does God call us to sing songs of praise to Him… in the presence of other people? Is public singing of praise to God an important part of our relationship with Him, or is it something we can avoid? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we...
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Ephesians 5:15-16 - Redeem the Time
Are you paying attention to the days you are living in and the threats that surround you? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss the threats we experience as Christians, and how we should react to those threats. Let’s join the discussion now…
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Ephesians 5:8-14 - Shine
Are you afraid of the dark? What is it about darkness that makes it creepy and scary? Most people don’t like the feeling of being trapped in a place that is dark. But what about being trapped in SPIRITUAL darkness? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss spiritual darkness… what it is, if it is…
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Ephesians 5:3-7 - God's Plan for Sexuality
There are some subjects you don’t expect to hear pastors talk about at church. One of those subjects is probably sex. But teaching through the bible doesn’t give a pastor the option of whether to talk about the topic of sex, because God’s word has a lot to say about it. In this episode of...
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Ephesians 5:1-2 - Imitating God
They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Wanting to be like someone else is a high sign of respect for that person. Did you know that we’re called to imitate God? It may seem beyond reach, to think that we could imitate a holy and perfect God, but it’s not. Listen in as Pastor…
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Ephesians 4:29 - Taming the Tongue
Have you ever wished you could take back your words? Maybe you said something you later regretted? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss our words, the things we say. Should we be concerned about what we say and how we say it? And… is there any way we can help ourselves tame our tongue?
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Ephesians 4:25-28 - Turn Around
Do you enjoy being told you made a mistake? Most people don’t like being told they did something wrong, or even worse, that their life choices are consistently incorrect. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, we discuss how we, as Christians, need to be willing to hear that word of rebuke from other...
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Ephesians 4:17-24 - Change Your Clothes
Do you ever struggle with your behavior… wishing you could behave differently than you do? How can we, as Christians, pursue a lasting change in behavior without allowing our behavior to become the focus of our faith? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how we can keep our focus on Jesus and...
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Ephesians 4:15-16 - Spiritual Gifts
What makes a church feel whole and complete? In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul says that it is when every Christian in that church is using their spiritual gift to love and serve the other people in the church. But maybe you don’t know what your spiritual gift is, or maybe you have never even...
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Ephesians 4:13-16 - Gifted in the Spirit
Have you ever received a gift you weren’t excited about getting, but then, later on, you realized this gift was just what you needed? In this episode of unscripted we discuss the reality and purpose of spiritual gifts… gifts given to us by God, through His Holy Spirit. Sometimes, we may not...
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Ephesians 4:11-12 - Offices, Gifts, and the Body of Christ
“What church do you BELONG to?” used to be a common question. Today, you more often hear, “What church do you GO to?” Should we just think of church as something we GO to, or should we think of church as something we BELONG to? In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss what God’s word tells us...
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Ephesians 4:7-10 - Love Came Down
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with a difficulty, and like there’s nobody who cares, and no one who can help? We probably all get to that place from time to time, but, as followers of Jesus, there is always someone who sees and cares. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss one of the reasons…
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Ephesians 4:7 - Corporately Singular
"You do you." "Just follow your heart." "You gotta be true to yourself." These are common phrases we hear in today’s world, but are they accurate guidance for us as followers of Jesus. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how we have all been created with an individuality, but, as followers…
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Ephesians 4:3-6 - United In Christ
Unity in the body of Christ is of the utmost importance. Living in peace with our brothers and sisters in Christ is not optional it's mandatory. In this episode of Unscripted, we discuss the need for unity with other Christians and how we are able to achieve this important goal.
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Ephesians 4:2 - Lowliness, Gentleness, and Patience
God’s word calls believers to follow Jesus in being humble, gentle, and patient, but how are we able to do this in a world that is prideful, harsh, and impatient. In this episode of UNSCRIPTED we discuss how we can walk worthy of our calling to be humble, gentle, and patient.
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Ephesians 4:1 - Walk It Out
Have you ever thought, “I wish my life wasn’t so difficult.” Is that God’s will for us… an easy life? Or, is it possible God actually wants our life to be challenging? And, if so, why would God want that for us? This week we discuss the charge we are given in God’s word to “walk worthy of our...
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Get Out of Your Head -04
Have you ever felt like God is far off and you need to do something special or big in order to get close to Him? Maybe it’s possible that God is closer than you think, and He is trying to speak to you, but your world has become so noisy that you can’t hear His gentle whisper. In this episode of...
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Each week we engage in candid conversations with Nate… focusing in on some of the subjects brought up in the Sunday morning teaching shared at Mountain Life Calvary Chapel.
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PAUL HAMMONTREE
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