Encounter at Illinois State University / ISU

Recent Episodes

A NEW NAME {turning point series} – Ben Miller

Posted September 12, 2023 • 00:39:13

In one of their first interactions, Jesus decides to give Simon an entirely new name. Jesus doesn’t just see the man in front of him; he sees what...

TEMPTATION {turning point series} – Dave Jane

Posted September 5, 2023 • 00:37:15

Jesus’ Temptation – In Luke 4, we see Jesus “led” into the wilderness where he’ll be tempted. What do we learn about the nature of temptation...

AWKWARD DINNER PARTY {turning point series} – Ben Miller

Posted August 29, 2023 • 00:41:23

A bizarre moment with Jesus at a dinner party with Simon the Pharisee rewrites our understanding of love and grace. Knowing we are loved and forgiven...

THE GREAT INVITATION {turning point series} - Ben Miller

Posted August 22, 2023 • 00:42:05

What do the prophet Isaiah and Mary, mother of Jesus, have in common? They both respond to a huge interruption with a resounding yes. How do we respond...

THINE IS THE KINGDOM, POWER, GLORY {lord’s prayer series}

Posted May 1, 2023 • 00:51:03

At the end of the Lord’s prayer, we find a short section that comes from I Chronicles. We are reminded that focusing on God’s kingdom and character...