{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Core Podcast","title":"The Church | Core Podcast Ep. 9","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2781,"description":"What does it really mean to be the Church, and why does gathering with other believers matter?\nIn this episode of the Core Podcast, Pastor Luke Bilberry sits down with Ramsay Smith and Pastor Tyler Perrott to unpack the doctrine of the Church. Together, they unpack what the Church is according to Scripture and why it is far more than a building, a service, or a weekly event. The Church is God's people—gathered, equipped, and sent out to make disciples and glorify Christ.\nThis conversation explores the beauty of biblical community and God's design for His people to grow together. From the early Church in Acts to the local church today, Luke, Ramsay, and Tyler discuss why believers need one another and how God uses the Church to shape us into the image of Jesus.\nYou'll hear personal stories of experiencing church family, practical insights into discipleship and spiritual growth, and encouragement for anyone wrestling with church hurt, isolation, or questions about belonging.\nWhether you've been part of a church for years, are new to the Christian faith, or are trying to understand God's purpose for His people, this episode will help you see the Church as Jesus intended it.\nIn this episodeWhat the Church actually is according to ScriptureHow the Church functions as the body of ChristWhy gathering with other believers is essential for spiritual growthThe difference between the universal Church and the local churchWhat Acts 2 teaches about biblical community and discipleshipHow spiritual gifts are meant to strengthen the body of ChristWhy believers need both personal faith and participation in the ChurchA biblical response to church hurt and the temptation toward isolationHow generosity, mission, and disciple-making are central to the Church's purposePersonal prayers and hopes for the future of Chapel PointeSubmit a Question\nWe want to hear from you! Submit your question about the Core Series topics at https://shorturl.at/9LJrQ or by texting 616-662-8801, and we may...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Yhs_xzcRZvk1e0vG7sui16eB60zG1WDCM68Z25qeR0c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kZjE2/NTc5OWE0ODhlMWI5/MmYwOWFiNGM4Nzg5/MWJiMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}