Access Church
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsAccess Church is a local church in Jacksonville, Florida, that is modeled after North Point Ministries in Atlanta, Georgia. We share the same mission, values, and strategy, as well as the practical, biblical teaching of Andy Stanley and Rich Barrett. Visit AccessChurch.org for service times and directions.
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Me and My Big Mouth: Who’s My Neighbor
June 07, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn recent weeks, we’ve had our hearts broken. Precious human lives have been taken right before our eyes. What is our hope for the human race? What is our responsibility as followers of Jesus to bring this hope to the world? And how should it play out in the words we speak? Really, has there … Continue reading "Me and My Big Mouth: Who’s My Neighbor"
Me and My Big Mouth: Untamable
May 31, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBLike a small spark that has the potential to scorch an entire green forest, our tongues are untamable, with the power to control our whole bodies. We have a tool that can be used to build up those around us or tear them down in just a few words. What do we do with that … Continue reading "Me and My Big Mouth: Untamable"
Me and My Big Mouth: Quick To Listen
May 24, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBWe all know what it’s like to be hurt by someone who just couldn’t listen long enough to understand us. Maybe in their attempt to be right, they damaged a relationship that could have been saved with a little patience and curiosity. You’ve probably been on the other side of that coin too. Taking the … Continue reading "Me and My Big Mouth: Quick To Listen"
He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: What Can Separate Us?
May 17, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRemember when you discovered that your unlimited data plan had limits? When the all-you-can-eat buffet fell short? Disappointing, right? Consequently, we’re skeptical of words like “unlimited” and “unconditional.” They usually appear right above the fine print that says “terms and limits apply.” So, let’s be honest. Everything has limits. What are the limits of God’s … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: What Can Separate Us?"
He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Where Can I Find Hope?
May 10, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBHow are we supposed to remain hopeful in a hopelessly broken world? We want to be hopeful, but when relationships sour, stock prices tumble, dreams disappear, and plans crumble, hope can be hard to come by. In a world without guarantees, hope can be a dangerous thing. But what if the tension we feel is … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Where Can I Find Hope?"
He’s Still God The Whole World In His Hands: Nothing New
May 03, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBUncertainty. As a society, we live in a world of uncertainty. Uncertain social conditions. Uncertain economic times. Uncertain global developments. Yet uncertainty is nothing new. The characters in the Bible experienced wildly fluctuating levels of uncertainty . . . often feeling as if life was moving backwards, getting worse. And the questions remain the same. … Continue reading "He’s Still God The Whole World In His Hands: Nothing New"
He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Nothing New
May 03, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBUncertainty. As a society, we live in a world of uncertainty. Uncertain social conditions. Uncertain economic times. Uncertain global developments. Yet uncertainty is nothing new. The characters in the Bible experienced wildly fluctuating levels of uncertainty . . . often feeling as if life was moving backwards, getting worse. And the questions remain the same. … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Nothing New"
He’s Still Got the Whole World In His Hands: Pray Until The Peace Comes
April 26, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn the previous session, we said that God is at work even in uncertain times. It is good to know that he is working, but what should we be doing? How should we live in the midst of uncertainty? How can we keep from being overwhelmed by the fears and insecurities that often go hand … Continue reading "He’s Still Got the Whole World In His Hands: Pray Until The Peace Comes"
He’s Still God The Whole World In His Hands: God Is Great, God Is Good
April 19, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBLife is full of uncertainties; ups and downs that can impact our jobs, our finances, even our relationships. For many of us today, debt, stress, and uncertainty are ruling our lives. And in the midst of this mess, we often find ourselves wondering, “Where is God?” Is it possible to maintain faith in God when … Continue reading "He’s Still God The Whole World In His Hands: God Is Great, God Is Good"
He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: God Is Great, God Is Good
April 19, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBLife is full of uncertainties; ups and downs that can impact our jobs, our finances, even our relationships. For many of us today, debt, stress, and uncertainty are ruling our lives. And in the midst of this mess, we often find ourselves wondering, “Where is God?” Is it possible to maintain faith in God when … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: God Is Great, God Is Good"
Easter 2020
April 12, 2020 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWe talk about the HOPE we all need now, more than ever. April 12, 2020
Ninety: The Pilate Chronicles
April 05, 2020 14:40 - 5 MBJesus seemed troubled. Initiating this new covenant with God would require sacrifice. What came next would confuse his followers and send them scattering. April 5, 2020
Ninety: The One Commandments
March 29, 2020 14:40 - 5 MBJesus didn’t come to initiate Judaism 2.0. And with that new covenant came a new ethic—one that insisted the greatest choose the back of the line. March 29, 2020
Ninety: The New Covenant
March 22, 2020 14:40 - 5 MBUnconditional love? Unlimited forgiveness? There must be a catch. But what if there isn’t? March 22, 2020
Ninety: Leading Great
March 15, 2020 14:40 - 5 MBJesus introduced the most powerful, transformational, and inspirational leadership principle on the planet. March 15, 2020
Ninety: All Show No Go
March 08, 2020 17:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBDo you think it’s possible for the creator of the universe to have a bad day? We continue to examine the life of Jesus for 90 days, and today we see Jesus behaving unusually. But, if we pay close attention, we can learn a lot about the heart of God from this story. March 8, … Continue reading "Ninety: All Show No Go"
Ninety: Everything I Ever Did
March 01, 2020 17:55 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBAs we continue to examine the life of Jesus, we see Jesus through the eyes of those who met and experienced him. This week we look at the story of a woman who felt she had a lot to hide. March 1, 2020
Ninety: Nic at Night
February 23, 2020 15:40 - 5 MBJesus claimed to be greater than the temple. He wielded extraordinary power, but never for himself. What was he up to? February 23, 2020
Ninety: Greater Indeed
February 16, 2020 15:00 - 5 MBSomething in us is tempted to believe God loves his Law more than his people. But Jesus came to offer us a life greater than keeping religious rules. February 16, 2020
Ninety: New World Order
February 09, 2020 15:00 - 5 MBIf you aren’t religious or you gave up religion, you probably had good reason to walk away or stay away. But reconsider Jesus. He wasn’t an extension of the old religion. He came to introduce something brand new. February 9, 2020
Ninety: Fish Tricks
February 02, 2020 15:00 - 5 MBBeing a sinner doesn’t disqualify you from following Jesus. And being an unbeliever doesn’t disqualify you from following Jesus. So, what does that mean for you? February 2, 2020
Ninety: Upside Down
January 26, 2020 15:00 - 5 MB“Might makes right” is the default setting for the world. Those with wealth and power write the rules, and they usually write them to favor themselves. January 26, 2020
Ninety: For The World
January 19, 2020 15:00 - 5 MBFrom the angel’s announcement to Mary that she would give birth to a son whose “kingdom would never end,” it was clear: Jesus would do something new for the world. January 19, 2020
This Is My Year… I Promise: Love People
January 12, 2020 14:37 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBMilestones like the beginning of a new year or a new year can leave us feeling inadequate. Even worse, sometimes we look back over several years and we don’t see very much progress and we just feel insignificant. Like, what will my legacy be after I’m gone? Will my life have mattered? In this series, … Continue reading "This Is My Year… I Promise: Love People"
This Is My Year… I Promise: 2020 You
January 06, 2020 01:54 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBA new year, a new decade, a new you. Some people love setting goals and making resolutions. Some people hate it. Either way, we’d all agree that a little intentionality about the most important things in life is probably a good thing. We want the next decade to be great! God wants greatness for you, … Continue reading "This Is My Year… I Promise: 2020 You"
Voices: Ryan Leak
December 01, 2019 18:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWhat would you do if you couldn’t fail? Would you write a book, produce music, or start your own business? Would you go back to school? Would you get married? Whatever that thing is, don’t you think it’s time to sweep aside all of the excuses you have for not pursuing the life God has … Continue reading "Voices: Ryan Leak"
It’s Personal: The Best Is Yet To Come
November 25, 2019 18:06 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBOur church is a stewardship. It isn’t about us. It’s about all of the people around us who don’t know Jesus . . . yet. God has given us the opportunity to create churches unchurched people love to attend. When those unchurched people are our friends, neighbors, and family, this whole thing becomes very personal. … Continue reading "It’s Personal: The Best Is Yet To Come"
It’s Personal: Let’s Talk
November 17, 2019 18:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBWe’ve been talking about how money factors into our relationship with God, and how money factors into our generosity to the world and the impact we have outside the home. Today we’re going to talk about how money impacts our most important relationships—the ones with our family. Money can create arguments and disagreements. It’s one … Continue reading "It’s Personal: Let’s Talk"
It’s Personal: Daddy’s Money
November 10, 2019 18:00 - 42 minutes - 41.8 MBIn our affluent society, the excesses of wealth are out in full display. As a result, we don’t usually think of ourselves as rich, because there is always someone who has more. But the truth is, if we have more than we need, then we are rich. And as those who are rich, we have … Continue reading "It’s Personal: Daddy’s Money"
It’s Personal: You’re Rich!!
November 03, 2019 18:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBWe spend most of our lives trying to get rich. We work and scheme and worry in pursuit of this ever-elusive goal. And yet while we accumulate more and more stuff, and the worries that come with it, we never feel rich. But what if we’ve already achieved that goal, and we don’t even realize … Continue reading "It’s Personal: You’re Rich!!"
It’s Personal: Open Hands
October 27, 2019 17:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBDuring his time on earth, Jesus invited all to follow him. You are invited to follow him, but there’s something you need to know about following Jesus. It will cost you something eventually. It may cost you money, career advancement, or even relationships. That’s because Jesus offers us the choice of denying ourselves now or … Continue reading "It’s Personal: Open Hands"
What Happy Couples Know: It’s A Choice
October 20, 2019 14:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBHappy couples decide they owe each other everything but are owed nothing in return. But that requires effort. Every married person makes a choice every day. That choice feels more like a reaction, so most people don’t think they have a choice at all. But they do. Happy couples make the happy choice. October 20, … Continue reading "What Happy Couples Know: It’s A Choice"
What Happy Couples Know: Sometimes You Have To Throw Things
October 13, 2019 14:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBAs long as you think your spouse owes you, your marriage will be all about keeping score. That destroys intimacy. It destroys love. But what are we supposed to do about our hopes, dreams, and desires? October 13, 2019
What Happy Couples Know: It’s Mutual
October 06, 2019 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWe all enter into marriage with hopes, dreams, and desires. They create expectations. But when you put those expectations onto your spouse, it turns your marriage into a debt/debtor relationship. Your relationship becomes marked by the belief that your spouse owes you something. So, how do you keep your hopes, dreams, and desires from becoming … Continue reading "What Happy Couples Know: It’s Mutual"
What Happy Couples Know: Nothing
September 29, 2019 14:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBA great marriage doesn’t happen by accident. It requires care and regular maintenance. But sometimes we don’t want to make the effort. As long as it’s not broken, do we really need to talk about it? September 29, 2019
Text: RYB!
September 22, 2019 14:11 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBFor many people, the Bible sits on a shelf collecting dust in a lonely corner of their home library. Yet inside its pages, God speaks truths that not only inform our lives, but also transform our lives. So why not be pro-active and take some steps to RYB (Read Your Bible)? In doing so, you … Continue reading "Text: RYB!"
Text: 2G2BT
September 15, 2019 14:19 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBThe Bible. Hundreds of people live by it. Thousands of people have their morals shaped by it. But how many people actually bother to read it? On the surface, the Bible may seem like an irrelevant book from an ancient time. But inside the covers, the Bible is a collection of books that tells a … Continue reading "Text: 2G2BT"
Text: ding
September 08, 2019 14:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBAt the dinner table. During a church service. In the middle of a business meeting. It doesn’t matter where you are or what you’re doing, we cannot ignore a text message. So you’ll discretely try to pull out your phone and read it. Why? Because they are personal. They are relevant. They convey immediate information. … Continue reading "Text: ding"
Guardrails: The Heart of the Matter
September 01, 2019 05:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBIts vital to erect guardrails around our hearts because an unguarded heart can overpower our most guarded behavior. September 1, 2019
Guardrails: Money Matters
August 25, 2019 05:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBWhen it comes to our finances, it’s easy to cross the line into the danger zone. That’s why it’s essential to establish guardrails against greed. August 25, 2019
Guardrails: Forever Yours
August 18, 2019 05:00 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBGuardrails keep vehicles from straying into dangerous or off limit areas. We need personal guardrails so we don’t stray into areas of life that can harm us or the people we love. If there’s one area in which personal guardrails are most needed but also most resisted, it’s in our relationships. August 18, 2019
Guardrails: Proximity
August 11, 2019 05:00 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBHave you ever met someone that later you wish you’d never met? Is there a person you wish your husband, wife, son, or daughter had never met? Sometimes people are our greatest regrets because they influence us to ignore our guardrails and step into the danger zone. August 11, 2019
Guardrails: Direct and Protect
August 04, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBGuardrails are designed to keep vehicles from straying into dangerous or off-limit areas. They minimize damage by keeping us in the safety zone. But the highway isn’t the only place we need guardrails. August 4, 2019
Scared To Death: Worry Not
July 28, 2019 17:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIt’s scary out there—no doubt about it. We’d all like to remove fear and uncertainty from our lives, but that’s no always possible. Are we destined to live scared to death or can we discover a new way of dealing with anxiety and worry? This one truth can help you to live free of worry. July … Continue reading "Scared To Death: Worry Not"
Scared to Death: The Problem with the Past
July 26, 2019 17:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBYour past is a problem when it creates fear for your future. It limits your potential and gets in the way of a deeper relationship with God.
Scared to Death: The Perpetual Anxiety in the Present
July 21, 2019 17:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBAs a society, we have more anxiety now than we ever have before. We carry it around like a software virus. It slows us down and quietly keeps us from operating at our full potential. July 21, 2019
Scared to Death: The Fear of the Future
July 14, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBFear is an emotion caused by belief in a looming potential loss. It’s based in the future. The source of our fears is usually something we’re going to lose or we’re afraid we won’t have in the future. Since we can never really know what’s the around the corner, is it even possible to live … Continue reading "Scared to Death: The Fear of the Future"
The Last King
July 07, 2019 17:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBWhat would God think about that? We all do things from time to time we know displease God. And our disobedience leads to discipline from God. But why does he discipline us at all? Why can’t he just look the other way? July 7, 2019
The American in the Mirror
June 30, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBOnly one person can ensure that we end up somewhere on purpose. And that person isn’t in the House of Representatives or the White House. They’re in our house. In fact, we look at that person in the mirror every morning. The reality is that we face our greatest leadership challenge every morning when we … Continue reading "The American in the Mirror"
I Said This, You Heard That
June 02, 2019 17:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBFor years people have tried to predict or understand behavior in an attempt to strengthen communication. One of the best keys to better communication is to understand the four temperaments. In this message, Clay Scroggins and Kathleen Edelman walk through four temperaments and show how understanding them will lead you to better communication. June 02, … Continue reading "I Said This, You Heard That"