In this episode, Pastor Clark Frailey dives into our culture’s obsession with “upgrades”—whether it’s the latest phone, a new washer, or even our perspective on faith. But what happens when we carry that upgrade mentality into how we read the Bible?

Pastor Clark Frailey challenges us to reconsider our approach to the Old Testament, encouraging us not to treat it as something obsolete or irrelevant, but instead as the foundation pointing us toward Jesus. Through engaging stories and relatable examples, he shows how the laws, sacrifices, and narratives of the Old Testament are essential for understanding the bigger picture—that everything ultimately points to Christ.

As we launch this new series, you’ll hear practical tips for reading the Bible with a “Christocentric” lens—seeing how Jesus fulfills and completes the story. Get ready for fresh insights, thought-provoking questions, and a call to deepen your faith by discovering how the story of Jesus threads through the entire narrative of scripture. Let’s journey together from upgrade culture to gospel transformation!

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00:00 "Upgrade Culture and Built-In Obsolescence"

04:47 "Connecting Old and New Testaments"

09:09 Old vs. New Covenant Nuance

12:47 "Christ-Centered Approach to Scripture"

13:49 "Christ-Centered Reading of Scripture"

20:07 "Seeing Jesus in All Scripture"

21:30 "Jesus: The True and Better"

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In today’s episode, Pastor Clark Frailey invites us to explore the powerful difference between being fans of Jesus and being true followers. Drawing on stories from sports fandoms and the awe-inspiring feats of Olympic athletes, Pastor Clark Frailey draws a compelling parallel to spiritual life: knowing about Jesus isn’t the same as actually following Him.

Focusing on the story of Jesus’ first miracle—turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana—Pastor Clark Frailey reminds us that faith means taking action, even when we don’t see the whole picture. He challenges us to reflect on where we might be holding back, waiting for certainty instead of stepping out in trust. With practical encouragement, biblical insight, and a few light-hearted moments, this episode is a call to move from admiration to participation—joining in the bigger story of what Jesus is doing in the world.

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00:00 Sports Fans and Big Opinions

04:44 "Trusting Jesus Beyond the Miracles"

10:19 "Faith and Wax On, Wax Off"

12:46 "The Power of Surrender"

15:08 "Living Prayerfully and Purposefully"

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In today’s episode, Pastor Clark Frailey explores the journey from simply saying “yes” to Jesus to truly becoming a mature disciple who models his life after Christ.

Drawing parallels between the slow, flavorful process of smoking meat and the patient, steady work of spiritual growth, Pastor Clark Frailey reminds us that faith isn’t about instant results but incremental transformation.

He explores Hebrews 5, unpacks the importance of training versus just having information, and challenges us to put our beliefs into practice in everyday life.

Whether you’re new to faith or have been following Jesus for years, this episode will encourage you to embrace the rhythms, practices, and daily habits that cultivate genuine spiritual maturity and help you look more like Jesus in the world.

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00:00 "Trusting God in the Waiting"

05:27 "From Superficial to Mature Faith"

07:48 "From Milk to Maturity"

12:50 "Faith in Action Transforms Life"

16:35 "Love, Eternity, and Life's Curve"

19:18 "Drifting Away from God"

22:14 "Who Are You Truly Following?"

24:18 "Repentance: Turning Back to Christ"

28:14 Trust and Follow Jesus

30:59 Faithful Rhythms, Showing Up

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