"Encounter Jesus" - Main Character

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, the team takes a deeper dive into John 4 and Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well, exploring how Jesus crosses cultural, social, and personal barriers to draw near to people and offer the living water only He can provide. Jose, Chris, and Taylor discuss what it looks like to follow His example by loving those who are different from us, navigating political and cultural divisions with grace, and keeping our hope rooted in Christ rather than the things of this world.

In this episode of Conversations, the discussion continues through John 3, exploring the example of John the Baptist, overcoming envy, and finding true joy in Jesus. Discover what it means to deepen a relationship with Jesus through prayer, Scripture, and intentional time in His presence.

This episode of Conversations explores John 3 and Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus, unpacking what it means to be born again and transformed from the inside out. Through the story of the bronze serpent in the Old Testament and the message of John 3:16, the conversation highlights the power of faith, the gift of salvation, and God’s provision of a way forward even when our struggles remain.

In this special edition of the Conversations Podcast, Annie Ward sits down with Dr. Shawn Stover, Chris Kipp, and Bailey Elizondo for an honest conversation about what it means to parent counter-culturally. Together, they explore the challenges of raising kids in today's world, the importance of biblical truth and community, and how to lead children toward an identity rooted in Christ rather than the expectations of culture. From navigating technology and social pressures to extending grace when parenting gets messy, this conversation offers encouragement and practical wisdom for every stage of parenthood. Plus, get a sneak peek at what to expect at Counter-Cultural Parenthood on November 1 at Cypress Creek Church.

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, Annie Ward, Pastor Jose Abaroa, and Prayer Pastor Rhonda Patterson explore Jesus’ cleansing of the temple in the Encounter Jesus series through the Gospel of John. They discuss the barriers that keep us from deeper intimacy with God, the difference between religious striving and genuine surrender, and how to navigate anger with grace and trust in the Lord. Together, they reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and the transforming power of inviting Him into every area of our hearts.

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, Annie Ward, Pastor Jose Abaroa, and ministry partner Nikola Galevski reflect on Jesus’ first miracle at the wedding in Cana and what it teaches us about joy, marriage, and the transforming power of Christ. They explore what it means to fight for marriage, love sacrificially, and trust Jesus through both seasons of celebration and deep suffering.

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, we continue our Encounter Jesus series in John 1, exploring what it means to make Jesus the vision for our lives. The team sits down with Pastor of Spiritual Formation, Bob Moss, to discuss the importance of surrender, spiritual growth, humility, and learning to see life from God's perspective rather than our own. Together, they reflect on how abiding in Christ transforms our lives and inspires us to share His love with others.

What happens when we stop making ourselves the center of the story? In this episode, Taylor, Jose, and Chris look at John the Baptist’s example of humility and explore what it means to make Jesus the main character of our lives. From power and possessions to our words and relationships, the team talks about practical ways to live with greater purpose, generosity, and confidence in who God has called us to be.

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, Taylor, Jose Abaroa, and Cam Beck kick off the Encounter Jesus series through the Gospel of John. They explore what makes John unique, who Jesus is, and how we can stay focused on Him in a distracted world through Scripture, prayer, worship, and community.

In this episode of the Conversations Podcast, the team dives into Luke 10 and what it looks like to live on mission as followers of Jesus. Jose, Taylor, and Paulina talk about the connection between belonging, growing, and reaching—and how prayer, perseverance, and paying attention to where God is already working can help us faithfully share His love with others.