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                <itunes:subtitle>Miss a message? Want to hear one again? Want to share one with a friend? Do you want to get a feel for First Century before checking us out in person? For those reasons, and more, here&#039;s the First Century Church Podcast! We hope you are challenged and encouraged by our messages each week. For more information about First Century, go to www.firstcenturykc.com.</itunes:subtitle>
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                    <![CDATA[Horizontal Peace | Pursuing Peace - Wk2 // 4.26.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Sometimes relationships are great, sometimes they’re good, and sometimes they crumble. How can we maintain and rebuild relationships in our lives?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sometimes relationships are great, sometimes they’re good, and sometimes they crumble. How can we maintain and rebuild relationships in our lives?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sometimes relationships are great, sometimes they’re good, and sometimes they crumble. How can we maintain and rebuild relationships in our lives?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Sometimes relationships are great, sometimes they’re good, and sometimes they crumble. How can we maintain and rebuild relationships in our lives?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Vertical Peace | Pursuing Peace - Wk1 // 4.12.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Being at peace with God is usually seen as an end-of-life experience, but what if it could be an everyday experience?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Being at peace with God is usually seen as an end-of-life experience, but what if it could be an everyday experience?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Being at peace with God is usually seen as an end-of-life experience, but what if it could be an everyday experience?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Being at peace with God is usually seen as an end-of-life experience, but what if it could be an everyday experience?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Evidence for the Resurrection | Easter 2026 // 4.5.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Today we celebrate the most important event in the history of the world! The problem is you can’t prove that it happened. But, is there good evidence to back up that claim?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today we celebrate the most important event in the history of the world! The problem is you can’t prove that it happened. But, is there good evidence to back up that claim?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today we celebrate the most important event in the history of the world! The problem is you can’t prove that it happened. But, is there good evidence to back up that claim?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Today we celebrate the most important event in the history of the world! The problem is you can’t prove that it happened. But, is there good evidence to back up that claim?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Prays | Download - Wk5 // 3.29.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[The final thing Jesus does on the final night before he’s crucified is powerful and meaningful.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The final thing Jesus does on the final night before he’s crucified is powerful and meaningful.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The final thing Jesus does on the final night before he’s crucified is powerful and meaningful.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The final thing Jesus does on the final night before he’s crucified is powerful and meaningful.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Requires | Download - Wk4 // 3.22.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[If you want to live out your purpose there is only one thing that is required…]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If you want to live out your purpose there is only one thing that is required…]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Requires | Download - Wk4 // 3.22.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If you want to live out your purpose there is only one thing that is required…]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If you want to live out your purpose there is only one thing that is required…]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Promises | Download - Wk3 // 3.15.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:12:52 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In the midst of a crazy and uncertain life, Jesus gives us some amazing promises that will help us make it!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the midst of a crazy and uncertain life, Jesus gives us some amazing promises that will help us make it!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the midst of a crazy and uncertain life, Jesus gives us some amazing promises that will help us make it!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the midst of a crazy and uncertain life, Jesus gives us some amazing promises that will help us make it!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Claims | Download - Wk2 // 3.8.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[An audacious claim + a powerful connection + a personal challenge = changed lives]]>
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                    <![CDATA[An audacious claim + a powerful connection + a personal challenge = changed lives]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Claims | Download - Wk2 // 3.8.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[An audacious claim + a powerful connection + a personal challenge = changed lives]]>
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                    <![CDATA[An audacious claim + a powerful connection + a personal challenge = changed lives]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Shows | Download - Wk1 // 3.1.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:43:30 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[As Jesus and his disciples sit down for their final meal together, Jesus does something surprising that teaches some important truths.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As Jesus and his disciples sit down for their final meal together, Jesus does something surprising that teaches some important truths.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Jesus Shows | Download - Wk1 // 3.1.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As Jesus and his disciples sit down for their final meal together, Jesus does something surprising that teaches some important truths.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As Jesus and his disciples sit down for their final meal together, Jesus does something surprising that teaches some important truths.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:50</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Let's Talk // 2.22.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Prayer is a powerful practice, and this message will show us why.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Prayer is a powerful practice, and this message will show us why.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Let's Talk // 2.22.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Prayer is a powerful practice, and this message will show us why.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Prayer is a powerful practice, and this message will show us why.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:17</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Why We Fast // 2.15.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:10:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Fasting is a spiritual practice that goes back thousands of years, but why do it?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Fasting is a spiritual practice that goes back thousands of years, but why do it?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Why We Fast // 2.15.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Fasting is a spiritual practice that goes back thousands of years, but why do it?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Fasting is a spiritual practice that goes back thousands of years, but why do it?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Purpose | Follow Me - Wk5 // 2.8.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:23:21 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In the final week of the series we will examine the search of every human: purpose]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the final week of the series we will examine the search of every human: purpose]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Purpose | Follow Me - Wk5 // 2.8.26]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the final week of the series we will examine the search of every human: purpose]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In the final week of the series we will examine the search of every human: purpose]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Community | Follow Me - Wk4 // 2.1.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:19:26 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[We weren’t made to live life alone. This week we’ll look at biblical reasons for and practical benefits of community.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We weren’t made to live life alone. This week we’ll look at biblical reasons for and practical benefits of community.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:57</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Love | Follow Me - Wk3 // 1.18.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:02:26 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[This week’s marker of a dedicated disciple of Jesus is possibly the most difficult one, but it makes a huge difference as we live it out!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week’s marker of a dedicated disciple of Jesus is possibly the most difficult one, but it makes a huge difference as we live it out!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Passion | Follow Me - Wk2 // 1.11.26]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[What are you passionate about? What would change in your life if you were passionate about the right thing?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What are you passionate about? What would change in your life if you were passionate about the right thing?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What are you passionate about? What would change in your life if you were passionate about the right thing?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What are you passionate about? What would change in your life if you were passionate about the right thing?]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:33</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Casual or Dedicated? | Follow Me - Wk1 // 1.4.26]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:39:45 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Here’s a great challenge for the New Year: Are you a Casual Christian or a Dedicated Disciple?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Here’s a great challenge for the New Year: Are you a Casual Christian or a Dedicated Disciple?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Here’s a great challenge for the New Year: Are you a Casual Christian or a Dedicated Disciple?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Here’s a great challenge for the New Year: Are you a Casual Christian or a Dedicated Disciple?]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:27</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)26 - Scattered Sunday // 12.28.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:03:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[As we prepare to enter a new year, Psalm 26 will show us how we can live a growing, maturing “inside life” and a powerful, effective “outside life”.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we prepare to enter a new year, Psalm 26 will show us how we can live a growing, maturing “inside life” and a powerful, effective “outside life”.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)26 - Scattered Sunday // 12.28.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we prepare to enter a new year, Psalm 26 will show us how we can live a growing, maturing “inside life” and a powerful, effective “outside life”.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we prepare to enter a new year, Psalm 26 will show us how we can live a growing, maturing “inside life” and a powerful, effective “outside life”.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:19:51</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[King | Predictive Texts - Wk3 (Christmas Eve) // 12.24.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 03:30:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[There may have been one king ruling during the first Christmas, but the baby born on Christmas showed us what a true king is like.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There may have been one king ruling during the first Christmas, but the baby born on Christmas showed us what a true king is like.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[There may have been one king ruling during the first Christmas, but the baby born on Christmas showed us what a true king is like.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There may have been one king ruling during the first Christmas, but the baby born on Christmas showed us what a true king is like.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:19:13</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Priest | Predictive Texts - Wk2 // 12.21.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:47:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[This week we see how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament office of priest…and still does.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we see how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament office of priest…and still does.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we see how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament office of priest…and still does.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we see how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament office of priest…and still does.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:57</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Prophet | Predictive Texts - Wk1 // 12.14.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:38:32 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Claims have been made that Jesus was a true prophet (and even more). Does Jesus check all the necessary boxes? This week we explore…]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Claims have been made that Jesus was a true prophet (and even more). Does Jesus check all the necessary boxes? This week we explore…]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[Claims have been made that Jesus was a true prophet (and even more). Does Jesus check all the necessary boxes? This week we explore…]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Claims have been made that Jesus was a true prophet (and even more). Does Jesus check all the necessary boxes? This week we explore…]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:57</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Closing Prayer | Wisdom For Life - Wk14 // 12.7.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:29:21 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We close our series in the book of James with a powerful prayer roadmap.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We close our series in the book of James with a powerful prayer roadmap.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We close our series in the book of James with a powerful prayer roadmap.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We close our series in the book of James with a powerful prayer roadmap.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:17</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Now and Later | Wisdom For Life - Wk13 // 11.30.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:35:32 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/now-and-later-wisdom-for-life-wk13-113025</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We all deal with the tension of living in the now and living for later. This week we’ll look at how to do that well.]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[We all deal with the tension of living in the now and living for later. This week we’ll look at how to do that well.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[We all deal with the tension of living in the now and living for later. This week we’ll look at how to do that well.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We all deal with the tension of living in the now and living for later. This week we’ll look at how to do that well.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:36</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Problems & Dangers | Wisdom For Life - Wk12 // 11.23.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 02:20:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/problems-amp-dangers-wisdom-for-life-wk12-112325</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[Life is unpredictable and time is uncontrollable. So how in the world do we survive?]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Life is unpredictable and time is uncontrollable. So how in the world do we survive?]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[Life is unpredictable and time is uncontrollable. So how in the world do we survive?]]>
                </content:encoded>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[Life is unpredictable and time is uncontrollable. So how in the world do we survive?]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:40</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Real War | Wisdom For Life - Wk11 // 11.16.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:36:57 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We’re in the midst of a real war, but today we’ll look at a strategy for victory!]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[We’re in the midst of a real war, but today we’ll look at a strategy for victory!]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[We’re in the midst of a real war, but today we’ll look at a strategy for victory!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We’re in the midst of a real war, but today we’ll look at a strategy for victory!]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:26</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Multi-Front War | Wisdom For Life - Wk10 // 11.9.25]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 22:25:55 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/multi-front-war-wisdom-for-life-wk10-11925</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[There are some battles we fight that are a total waste of time and energy. How can we achieve victory in our lives of faith?]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[There are some battles we fight that are a total waste of time and energy. How can we achieve victory in our lives of faith?]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Multi-Front War | Wisdom For Life - Wk10 // 11.9.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[There are some battles we fight that are a total waste of time and energy. How can we achieve victory in our lives of faith?]]>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[There are some battles we fight that are a total waste of time and energy. How can we achieve victory in our lives of faith?]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:24</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Heavenly Wisdom | Wisdom For Life - Wk9 // 11.2.25]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[In a world full of dysfunction, how can we live a different way that makes a difference?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In a world full of dysfunction, how can we live a different way that makes a difference?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In a world full of dysfunction, how can we live a different way that makes a difference?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In a world full of dysfunction, how can we live a different way that makes a difference?]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Earthly Wisdom | Wisdom For Life - Wk8 // 10.26.25]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[This week we’ll see how the way the world works doesn’t work.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we’ll see how the way the world works doesn’t work.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we’ll see how the way the world works doesn’t work.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Word Pictures | Wisdom For Life - Wk7 // 10.19.25]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[Our words are powerful, and these word pictures will show us how we can use them to have the best possible effect.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Our words are powerful, and these word pictures will show us how we can use them to have the best possible effect.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Word Pictures | Wisdom For Life - Wk7 // 10.19.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Our words are powerful, and these word pictures will show us how we can use them to have the best possible effect.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Our words are powerful, and these word pictures will show us how we can use them to have the best possible effect.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[4-D Faith | Wisdom For Life - Wk6 // 10.12.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:54:22 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[Faith is more than a one-time decision; it’s the 4-D, fully immersive ride of your life! To connect with First Century, check us out at http://www.firstcenturykc.com Want to support the ministry of First Century? http://www.firstcenturykc.com/give]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Faith is more than a one-time decision; it’s the 4-D, fully immersive ride of your life! To connect with First Century, check us out at http://www.firstcenturykc.com Want to support the ministry of First Century? http://www.firstcenturykc.com/give]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Faith is more than a one-time decision; it’s the 4-D, fully immersive ride of your life! To connect with First Century, check us out at http://www.firstcenturykc.com Want to support the ministry of First Century? http://www.firstcenturykc.com/give]]>
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                    <![CDATA[An Anti-Judging Blueprint | Wisdom For Life - Wk5 // 10.5.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 21:51:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[No one likes being judged, but we’ve all been there. Most people don’t intend to judge others, but we’ve all been there, too. This week we will examine a blueprint to help us avoid being judgmental.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[No one likes being judged, but we’ve all been there. Most people don’t intend to judge others, but we’ve all been there, too. This week we will examine a blueprint to help us avoid being judgmental.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[No one likes being judged, but we’ve all been there. Most people don’t intend to judge others, but we’ve all been there, too. This week we will examine a blueprint to help us avoid being judgmental.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[No one likes being judged, but we’ve all been there. Most people don’t intend to judge others, but we’ve all been there, too. This week we will examine a blueprint to help us avoid being judgmental.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Don't Fool Yourself | Wisdom For Life - Wk4 // 9.21.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 21:04:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[The only thing worse than being fooled by someone else is to fool yourself. This week we’ll see how can we avoid doing that.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The only thing worse than being fooled by someone else is to fool yourself. This week we’ll see how can we avoid doing that.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The only thing worse than being fooled by someone else is to fool yourself. This week we’ll see how can we avoid doing that.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The only thing worse than being fooled by someone else is to fool yourself. This week we’ll see how can we avoid doing that.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:49</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Life's Swiss Army Knife | Wisdom For Life - Wk3 // 9.14.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 19:31:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[This generous gift from God is useful in every area of life!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This generous gift from God is useful in every area of life!]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Life's Swiss Army Knife | Wisdom For Life - Wk3 // 9.14.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This generous gift from God is useful in every area of life!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This generous gift from God is useful in every area of life!]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:32</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[It's A Trap! | Wisdom For Life - Wk2 // 9.7.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:04:55 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Life is full of lures and landmines. How do we avoid these traps? Let’s see what James has to say about that.]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Life is full of lures and landmines. How do we avoid these traps? Let’s see what James has to say about that.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[Life is full of lures and landmines. How do we avoid these traps? Let’s see what James has to say about that.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Life is full of lures and landmines. How do we avoid these traps? Let’s see what James has to say about that.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:46</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Pop Quiz | Wisdom For Life - Wk1 // 8.31.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:54:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[No one likes a pop quiz – in the classroom or in life. But like them or not, life is full of tests. Luckily, the brother of Jesus shows us how we can pass them!]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[No one likes a pop quiz – in the classroom or in life. But like them or not, life is full of tests. Luckily, the brother of Jesus shows us how we can pass them!]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[No one likes a pop quiz – in the classroom or in life. But like them or not, life is full of tests. Luckily, the brother of Jesus shows us how we can pass them!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[No one likes a pop quiz – in the classroom or in life. But like them or not, life is full of tests. Luckily, the brother of Jesus shows us how we can pass them!]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/2128496/c1a-6q1m-0vpwzpowbj7j-45gdyo.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:01</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[From The Ashes | Psummer Psalms - Wk7 // 8.24.25]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:08:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[Even in the worst of circumstances, God can give you everything you need for the journey ahead!]]>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[Even in the worst of circumstances, God can give you everything you need for the journey ahead!]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[Even in the worst of circumstances, God can give you everything you need for the journey ahead!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Even in the worst of circumstances, God can give you everything you need for the journey ahead!]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:01</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When It All Burns | Psummer Psalms - Wk6 // 8.17.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2025 21:03:50 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[When everything in your life is a steaming pile of ashes, what can you do?]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[When everything in your life is a steaming pile of ashes, what can you do?]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[When everything in your life is a steaming pile of ashes, what can you do?]]>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[When everything in your life is a steaming pile of ashes, what can you do?]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/2113631/c1a-6q1m-ndz0o26mt9o2-2gfldg.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:30:04</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[You Were Made For This | Psummer Psalms - Wk5 // 8.10.25]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 19:34:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[If we learn why we were made, we can experience the kind of life God intended.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[If we learn why we were made, we can experience the kind of life God intended.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[You Were Made For This | Psummer Psalms - Wk5 // 8.10.25]]>
                </itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[If we learn why we were made, we can experience the kind of life God intended.]]>
                </content:encoded>
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                    <![CDATA[If we learn why we were made, we can experience the kind of life God intended.]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:10</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
                    <item>
                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Home Stretch | Psummer Psalms - Wk4 // 8.3.25]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 19:07:02 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[As we enter the home stretch of our journey on the highway of life, we’ll examine the final 2 street signs to get us where we need to go.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we enter the home stretch of our journey on the highway of life, we’ll examine the final 2 street signs to get us where we need to go.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Home Stretch | Psummer Psalms - Wk4 // 8.3.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we enter the home stretch of our journey on the highway of life, we’ll examine the final 2 street signs to get us where we need to go.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[As we enter the home stretch of our journey on the highway of life, we’ll examine the final 2 street signs to get us where we need to go.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:32</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Life Is A Highway | Psummer Psalms - Wk3 // 7.27.25]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[If we want to arrive at our intended destination (on the road or in life) we need to follow the signs.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If we want to arrive at our intended destination (on the road or in life) we need to follow the signs.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If we want to arrive at our intended destination (on the road or in life) we need to follow the signs.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[If we want to arrive at our intended destination (on the road or in life) we need to follow the signs.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:12</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[My Everything | Psummer Psalms - Wk2 // 7.20.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:31:14 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[In this week’s Psummer Psalm we make a life-changing declaration!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this week’s Psummer Psalm we make a life-changing declaration!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[My Everything | Psummer Psalms - Wk2 // 7.20.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this week’s Psummer Psalm we make a life-changing declaration!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this week’s Psummer Psalm we make a life-changing declaration!]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:58</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Old Faithful | Psummer Psalms - Wk1 // 7.13.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 22:49:14 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[In what God does and in what God says, He shows us His faithfulness!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In what God does and in what God says, He shows us His faithfulness!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Old Faithful | Psummer Psalms - Wk1 // 7.13.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In what God does and in what God says, He shows us His faithfulness!]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In what God does and in what God says, He shows us His faithfulness!]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:10</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Unanticipated Flourishing | The Beatitudes - Wk9 // 7.6.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 21:39:59 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[This final Beatitude may not seem to make sense on the surface and may not seem to apply to most of us initially. But as we take a longer look and a deeper dive into this teaching there is much we can learn from it.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This final Beatitude may not seem to make sense on the surface and may not seem to apply to most of us initially. But as we take a longer look and a deeper dive into this teaching there is much we can learn from it.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
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                    <![CDATA[This final Beatitude may not seem to make sense on the surface and may not seem to apply to most of us initially. But as we take a longer look and a deeper dive into this teaching there is much we can learn from it.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This final Beatitude may not seem to make sense on the surface and may not seem to apply to most of us initially. But as we take a longer look and a deeper dive into this teaching there is much we can learn from it.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:43</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Peacemakers | The Beatitudes - Wk8 // 6.22.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2025 21:01:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[We all desire peace, but as we’ll see from Jesus, we don’t just find peace – we have to make peace.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We all desire peace, but as we’ll see from Jesus, we don’t just find peace – we have to make peace.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Peacemakers | The Beatitudes - Wk8 // 6.22.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[We all desire peace, but as we’ll see from Jesus, we don’t just find peace – we have to make peace.]]>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[We all desire peace, but as we’ll see from Jesus, we don’t just find peace – we have to make peace.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Two Impossibilities | The Beatitudes - Wk7 // 6.15.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:15:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/two-impossibilities-the-beatitudes-wk7-61525</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[The blessed life Jesus describes seems doubly impossible. So how we can live it?]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[The blessed life Jesus describes seems doubly impossible. So how we can live it?]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Two Impossibilities | The Beatitudes - Wk7 // 6.15.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The blessed life Jesus describes seems doubly impossible. So how we can live it?]]>
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[The blessed life Jesus describes seems doubly impossible. So how we can live it?]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Way of Mercy | The Beatitudes - Wk6 // 6.8.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:02:34 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[This week we learn how to live the way of mercy.]]>
                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[This week we learn how to live the way of mercy.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Way of Mercy | The Beatitudes - Wk6 // 6.8.25]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we learn how to live the way of mercy.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[This week we learn how to live the way of mercy.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:50</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Hunger & Thirst | The Beatitudes - Wk5 // 5.25.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 17:33:01 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/hunger-thirst-the-beatitudes-wk5-52525</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What are you hungry for, and why does it matter?</p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
What are you hungry for, and why does it matter?
]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Hunger & Thirst | The Beatitudes - Wk5 // 5.25.25]]>
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<p>What are you hungry for, and why does it matter?</p>
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What are you hungry for, and why does it matter?
]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:30:23</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Blessed Mourning | The Beatitudes - Wk4 // 5.18.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 14:41:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/blessed-mourning-the-beatitudes-wk4-51825</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We all deal with loss, disappointment, setbacks, and mistakes. This may seem hopeless, but there's a blessed way beyond it. </p>
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We all deal with loss, disappointment, setbacks, and mistakes. This may seem hopeless, but there's a blessed way beyond it. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>We all deal with loss, disappointment, setbacks, and mistakes. This may seem hopeless, but there's a blessed way beyond it. </p>
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We all deal with loss, disappointment, setbacks, and mistakes. This may seem hopeless, but there's a blessed way beyond it. 
]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:12</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Meek Inheritance | The Beatitudes - Wk3 // 5.11.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 16:34:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/the-meek-inheritance-the-beatitudes-wk3-51125</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>No one wants to be meek, but everyone wants to inherit the earth. This week we'll see how we can do both. </p>
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No one wants to be meek, but everyone wants to inherit the earth. This week we'll see how we can do both. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>No one wants to be meek, but everyone wants to inherit the earth. This week we'll see how we can do both. </p>
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No one wants to be meek, but everyone wants to inherit the earth. This week we'll see how we can do both. 
]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:08</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Poor In Spirit | The Beatitudes - Wk2 // 5.4.25]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 13:18:44 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What does it mean to be "poor in spirit"? And how is that a blessed way to live? Welcome to life in the Kingdom! </p>
]]>
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                    <![CDATA[
What does it mean to be "poor in spirit"? And how is that a blessed way to live? Welcome to life in the Kingdom! 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>What does it mean to be "poor in spirit"? And how is that a blessed way to live? Welcome to life in the Kingdom! </p>
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What does it mean to be "poor in spirit"? And how is that a blessed way to live? Welcome to life in the Kingdom! 
]]>
                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:03</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Blessed | The Beatitudes - Wk1 // 4.27.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 14:46:58 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/blessed-the-beatitudes-wk1-42725</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What is true happiness, and how can we find it? What does it mean to be "blessed", and how can we realize it? We'll begin to answer those questions this week. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
What is true happiness, and how can we find it? What does it mean to be "blessed", and how can we realize it? We'll begin to answer those questions this week. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>There have been many kings in the history of the world, but only one changed the history of the world. </p>
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There have been many kings in the history of the world, but only one changed the history of the world. 
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There have been many kings in the history of the world, but only one changed the history of the world. 
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                    <![CDATA[Priorities | Kingdom - Wk5 // 4.13.25]]>
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<p>This week we'll see how we can bring two key life areas into alignment with Kingdom priorities. </p>
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This week we'll see how we can bring two key life areas into alignment with Kingdom priorities. 
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<p>This week we'll see how we can bring two key life areas into alignment with Kingdom priorities. </p>
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This week we'll see how we can bring two key life areas into alignment with Kingdom priorities. 
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                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Upside-Down | Kingdom - Wk4 // 4.6.25]]>
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<p>Perspective can change everything in your life. Changing our perspective based on the Kingdom does the same thing to an even greater degree! </p>
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Perspective can change everything in your life. Changing our perspective based on the Kingdom does the same thing to an even greater degree! 
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<p>Perspective can change everything in your life. Changing our perspective based on the Kingdom does the same thing to an even greater degree! </p>
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Perspective can change everything in your life. Changing our perspective based on the Kingdom does the same thing to an even greater degree! 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Growth | Kingdom - Wk3 // 3.30.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 23:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>We all want to grow, but it's not always easy. What barriers to growth should we look out for, and how we can best allow God to grow us? Welcome to week 3 of "Kingdom"! </p>
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We all want to grow, but it's not always easy. What barriers to growth should we look out for, and how we can best allow God to grow us? Welcome to week 3 of "Kingdom"! 
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<p>We all want to grow, but it's not always easy. What barriers to growth should we look out for, and how we can best allow God to grow us? Welcome to week 3 of "Kingdom"! </p>
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We all want to grow, but it's not always easy. What barriers to growth should we look out for, and how we can best allow God to grow us? Welcome to week 3 of "Kingdom"! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What We Learn From Winter // 3.23.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:14:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>It may officially be Spring outside, but are you in a personal "Winter season" right now? Are you confused? angry? afraid? losing hope? We believe this message can encourage and guide you during this (or any) Winter season! </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
It may officially be Spring outside, but are you in a personal "Winter season" right now? Are you confused? angry? afraid? losing hope? We believe this message can encourage and guide you during this (or any) Winter season! 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[What We Learn From Winter // 3.23.25]]>
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<p>It may officially be Spring outside, but are you in a personal "Winter season" right now? Are you confused? angry? afraid? losing hope? We believe this message can encourage and guide you during this (or any) Winter season! </p>
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It may officially be Spring outside, but are you in a personal "Winter season" right now? Are you confused? angry? afraid? losing hope? We believe this message can encourage and guide you during this (or any) Winter season! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:08</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Hidden Value | Kingdom - Wk2 // 3.16.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 14:57:17 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Things are not always what they seem. Sometimes you have to dig a little deeper and look a little longer to see what others do not.</p>
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Things are not always what they seem. Sometimes you have to dig a little deeper and look a little longer to see what others do not.
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<p>Things are not always what they seem. Sometimes you have to dig a little deeper and look a little longer to see what others do not.</p>
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Things are not always what they seem. Sometimes you have to dig a little deeper and look a little longer to see what others do not.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:09</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Tension | Kingdom - Wk1 // 3.9.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:12:31 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/tension-kingdom-wk1-3925</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Where is the Kingdom of God? When is the Kingdom of God? How can we experience the Kingdom of God? We'll try to answer questions like these as we begin a series all about the Kingdom! </p>
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Where is the Kingdom of God? When is the Kingdom of God? How can we experience the Kingdom of God? We'll try to answer questions like these as we begin a series all about the Kingdom! 
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<p>Where is the Kingdom of God? When is the Kingdom of God? How can we experience the Kingdom of God? We'll try to answer questions like these as we begin a series all about the Kingdom! </p>
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Where is the Kingdom of God? When is the Kingdom of God? How can we experience the Kingdom of God? We'll try to answer questions like these as we begin a series all about the Kingdom! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[1C10: Ten Year Anniversary Celebration // 3.2.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:21:44 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Today we celebrate a decade of God's goodness and faithfulness to our local faith community and look ahead to the future! </p>
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Today we celebrate a decade of God's goodness and faithfulness to our local faith community and look ahead to the future! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Today we celebrate a decade of God's goodness and faithfulness to our local faith community and look ahead to the future! </p>
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Today we celebrate a decade of God's goodness and faithfulness to our local faith community and look ahead to the future! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:27:52</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[More Love | Who Is God? - Wk7 // 2.23.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:48:29 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll continue learning how to live in and how to live out God's love.</p>
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This week we'll continue learning how to live in and how to live out God's love.
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<p>This week we'll continue learning how to live in and how to live out God's love.</p>
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This week we'll continue learning how to live in and how to live out God's love.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:36</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Love | Who Is God? - Wk6 // 2.16.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 18:07:43 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/love-who-is-god-wk6-21625</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Love is not just what God does - it's who God is. This week we'll see how we can live in God's love and live out God's love. </p>
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Love is not just what God does - it's who God is. This week we'll see how we can live in God's love and live out God's love. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Love is not just what God does - it's who God is. This week we'll see how we can live in God's love and live out God's love. </p>
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Love is not just what God does - it's who God is. This week we'll see how we can live in God's love and live out God's love. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:57</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Justice | Who Is God? - Wk5 // 2.9.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 15:31:32 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1969547</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/justice-who-is-god-wk5-2925</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Some people see God as an angry, vengeful old man in the sky and think of God's justice as negative and unfair. But what if that's not who God is at all? </p>
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Some people see God as an angry, vengeful old man in the sky and think of God's justice as negative and unfair. But what if that's not who God is at all? 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Justice | Who Is God? - Wk5 // 2.9.25]]>
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<p>Some people see God as an angry, vengeful old man in the sky and think of God's justice as negative and unfair. But what if that's not who God is at all? </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/1969547/c1e-075osj0vmvh6k7z3-xxwxd6xwsgg-spnjje.mp3" length="71365588"
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Some people see God as an angry, vengeful old man in the sky and think of God's justice as negative and unfair. But what if that's not who God is at all? 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:44</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Glory | Who is God? - Wk4 // 2.2.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 15:14:41 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/glory-who-is-god-wk4-2225</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The idea of God's glory may sound weird, vague, or unimportant, but as we'll see this week it can have a powerful - and practical - impact on your life.</p>
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The idea of God's glory may sound weird, vague, or unimportant, but as we'll see this week it can have a powerful - and practical - impact on your life.
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<p>What makes God holy? Can we be holy? We'll look at those questions and more this week. </p>
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What makes God holy? Can we be holy? We'll look at those questions and more this week. 
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What makes God holy? Can we be holy? We'll look at those questions and more this week. 
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<p>Does God change? If so, how? If not, why? Let's dive in! </p>
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Does God change? If so, how? If not, why? Let's dive in! 
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<p>Does God change? If so, how? If not, why? Let's dive in! </p>
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Does God change? If so, how? If not, why? Let's dive in! 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Transcendence | Who Is God? - Wk1 // 1.12.25]]>
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<p>God is big. But how big? We'll look at that and discuss why it matters. </p>
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God is big. But how big? We'll look at that and discuss why it matters. 
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God is big. But how big? We'll look at that and discuss why it matters. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:12</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)25 - Scattered Sunday // 12.29.24]]>
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<p>What kind of path do you want to take in the New Year? You can take the path that leads to your best year ever! Welcome to our final gathering of the year as we take an encouraging look at Psalm 25 before entering 2025! </p>
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What kind of path do you want to take in the New Year? You can take the path that leads to your best year ever! Welcome to our final gathering of the year as we take an encouraging look at Psalm 25 before entering 2025! 
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<p>What kind of path do you want to take in the New Year? You can take the path that leads to your best year ever! Welcome to our final gathering of the year as we take an encouraging look at Psalm 25 before entering 2025! </p>
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What kind of path do you want to take in the New Year? You can take the path that leads to your best year ever! Welcome to our final gathering of the year as we take an encouraging look at Psalm 25 before entering 2025! 
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                    <![CDATA[We Three Kings | The Songs of Christmas - Wk3 // 12.22.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll see how a group of wise guys gave gifts that were more important than they could ever realize. </p>
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This week we'll see how a group of wise guys gave gifts that were more important than they could ever realize. 
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This week we'll see how a group of wise guys gave gifts that were more important than they could ever realize. 
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                    <![CDATA[Angels We Have Heard | The Songs of Christmas - Wk2 // 12.15.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Why would angels appear to shepherds? Why would their message be so important? We'll look at that and more this week. </p>
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Why would angels appear to shepherds? Why would their message be so important? We'll look at that and more this week. 
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<p>Why would angels appear to shepherds? Why would their message be so important? We'll look at that and more this week. </p>
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Why would angels appear to shepherds? Why would their message be so important? We'll look at that and more this week. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:59</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Joy To The World | The Songs of Christmas - Wk1 // 12.8.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 17:28:53 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In the opening week of this new Christmas series we see the problem of a curse and the promise of the blessing that breaks it. </p>
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In the opening week of this new Christmas series we see the problem of a curse and the promise of the blessing that breaks it. 
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<p>In the opening week of this new Christmas series we see the problem of a curse and the promise of the blessing that breaks it. </p>
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In the opening week of this new Christmas series we see the problem of a curse and the promise of the blessing that breaks it. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:14</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[5 Lessons From The Movement // 12.1.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Our 2-year journey through the New Testament book of Acts concludes today as we look at 5 main lessons we've learned along the way. </p>
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Our 2-year journey through the New Testament book of Acts concludes today as we look at 5 main lessons we've learned along the way. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Our 2-year journey through the New Testament book of Acts concludes today as we look at 5 main lessons we've learned along the way. </p>
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Our 2-year journey through the New Testament book of Acts concludes today as we look at 5 main lessons we've learned along the way. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:43:16</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Jesus' Thanksgiving Prayer // 11.24.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:52:13 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In this special Thanksgiving message, we'll see why Jesus was thankful and why can be, too. </p>
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In this special Thanksgiving message, we'll see why Jesus was thankful and why can be, too. 
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<p>In this special Thanksgiving message, we'll see why Jesus was thankful and why can be, too. </p>
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In this special Thanksgiving message, we'll see why Jesus was thankful and why can be, too. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:22:45</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[How To End | The End? - Wk2 // 11.17.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>As we near the end of the book of Acts, we’ll see that Paul was able to end his life well because of how he lived his life. And if we live by those same principles, we can too! </p>
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As we near the end of the book of Acts, we’ll see that Paul was able to end his life well because of how he lived his life. And if we live by those same principles, we can too! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>As we near the end of the book of Acts, we’ll see that Paul was able to end his life well because of how he lived his life. And if we live by those same principles, we can too! </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/1895230/c1e-xgw1hm7d10fkjgpg-7zkw497mi39-pp3wj8.mp3" length="71260344"
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As we near the end of the book of Acts, we’ll see that Paul was able to end his life well because of how he lived his life. And if we live by those same principles, we can too! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:09</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Is The Storm The End? | The End? - Wk1 // 11.10.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:30:22 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Are you facing a storm in your life right now? You might be asking yourself, "Is this storm the end?" The answer: it doesn't have to be! </p>
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Are you facing a storm in your life right now? You might be asking yourself, "Is this storm the end?" The answer: it doesn't have to be! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Are you facing a storm in your life right now? You might be asking yourself, "Is this storm the end?" The answer: it doesn't have to be! </p>
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Are you facing a storm in your life right now? You might be asking yourself, "Is this storm the end?" The answer: it doesn't have to be! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:41</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[God's Part | A Promise For The Nation - Wk3 // 11.3.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:47:21 +0000</pubDate>
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In the final week of this series we finally get to the payoff! Let's learn what God's promise is all about! 
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If we want to receive God's promise, there's a part we have to play. Buckle up for a challenging message! 
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If we want to receive God's promise, there's a part we have to play. Buckle up for a challenging message! 
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                    <![CDATA[If My People | A Promise For The Nation - Wk1 // 10.20.24]]>
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<p>God makes promises to His people. Who are "His people?" Why does that matter? What does that mean for your life? We'll take a look at that today in week 1 of a new series leading up to the 2024 U.S. Election.</p>
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God makes promises to His people. Who are "His people?" Why does that matter? What does that mean for your life? We'll take a look at that today in week 1 of a new series leading up to the 2024 U.S. Election.
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God makes promises to His people. Who are "His people?" Why does that matter? What does that mean for your life? We'll take a look at that today in week 1 of a new series leading up to the 2024 U.S. Election.
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                    <![CDATA[What It Means To Obey | Truth To Power - Wk5 // 10.13.24]]>
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<p>Is obedience simply following a bunch of rules, or is it much deeper and more meaningful than that? Let's see what it really means to obey. </p>
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Is obedience simply following a bunch of rules, or is it much deeper and more meaningful than that? Let's see what it really means to obey. 
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Is obedience simply following a bunch of rules, or is it much deeper and more meaningful than that? Let's see what it really means to obey. 
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                    <![CDATA[More Supplies | Truth To Power - Wk4 // 10.6.24]]>
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<p>Do you want to make it for the long haul in life? If so, here are three additional supplies you'll need to do it. </p>
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Do you want to make it for the long haul in life? If so, here are three additional supplies you'll need to do it. 
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Do you want to make it for the long haul in life? If so, here are three additional supplies you'll need to do it. 
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                    <![CDATA[Encouragement For The Long Haul | Truth To Power - Wk3 // 9.29.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We all face seasons of difficulty, times of pain, &amp; moments of doubt that cause us to want to throw in the towel. So how can we stick it out for the long haul? Get your dose of encouragement in this week's message. </p>
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We all face seasons of difficulty, times of pain, & moments of doubt that cause us to want to throw in the towel. So how can we stick it out for the long haul? Get your dose of encouragement in this week's message. 
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We all face seasons of difficulty, times of pain, & moments of doubt that cause us to want to throw in the towel. So how can we stick it out for the long haul? Get your dose of encouragement in this week's message. 
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                    <![CDATA[A Clear Conscience | Truth To Power - Wk2 // 9.22.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We all want to have a clear conscience, but sometimes things go off the rails. What are those pitfalls, and how can we get back on track? This week we'll examine the Conscience. </p>
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We all want to have a clear conscience, but sometimes things go off the rails. What are those pitfalls, and how can we get back on track? This week we'll examine the Conscience. 
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<p>We all want to have a clear conscience, but sometimes things go off the rails. What are those pitfalls, and how can we get back on track? This week we'll examine the Conscience. </p>
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We all want to have a clear conscience, but sometimes things go off the rails. What are those pitfalls, and how can we get back on track? This week we'll examine the Conscience. 
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                    <![CDATA[A Winning Approach | Truth To Power - Wk1 // 9.15.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2024 21:17:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In the opening week of this series we will see a series of steps we can follow to help us speak and live out truth in our world. </p>
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In the opening week of this series we will see a series of steps we can follow to help us speak and live out truth in our world. 
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In the opening week of this series we will see a series of steps we can follow to help us speak and live out truth in our world. 
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                    <![CDATA[A Bad Way and A Better Way | On The Road Again - Wk8 // 9.1.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:39:44 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Rules-based religion doesn't work. But there is a better way. </p>
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Rules-based religion doesn't work. But there is a better way. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Rules-based religion doesn't work. But there is a better way. </p>
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Rules-based religion doesn't work. But there is a better way. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:46</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Dangers of Legalism | On The Road Again - Wk7 // 8.25.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2024 20:13:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>It's sneaky. It's dangerous. Let's see what's so bad about legalism.</p>
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It's sneaky. It's dangerous. Let's see what's so bad about legalism.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>It's sneaky. It's dangerous. Let's see what's so bad about legalism.</p>
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It's sneaky. It's dangerous. Let's see what's so bad about legalism.
]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:44</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What To Know About Prophecy | On The Road Again - Wk6 // 8.18.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 01:25:43 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Prophecy - it’s not just for Old Testament guys with long beards. This week we’ll look at what to know about prophecy - and what to do with it. </p>
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Prophecy - it’s not just for Old Testament guys with long beards. This week we’ll look at what to know about prophecy - and what to do with it. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[What To Know About Prophecy | On The Road Again - Wk6 // 8.18.24]]>
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<p>Prophecy - it’s not just for Old Testament guys with long beards. This week we’ll look at what to know about prophecy - and what to do with it. </p>
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Prophecy - it’s not just for Old Testament guys with long beards. This week we’ll look at what to know about prophecy - and what to do with it. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:02</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Doing the Lord's Work | On The Road Again - Wk5 // 8.11.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 21:04:04 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>There are some really important jobs out there, but the most important work you can do is the work God is calling you to do. How do we successfully do the Lord's work? We'll explore that this week! </p>
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There are some really important jobs out there, but the most important work you can do is the work God is calling you to do. How do we successfully do the Lord's work? We'll explore that this week! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Whether you need to be encouraged or want to be an encourager, let's examine what encouragement looks like.</p>
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Whether you need to be encouraged or want to be an encourager, let's examine what encouragement looks like.
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Whether you need to be encouraged or want to be an encourager, let's examine what encouragement looks like.
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<p>Let's tip-toe through the minefield of our hearts to see what may lie underneath the surface. </p>
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Let's tip-toe through the minefield of our hearts to see what may lie underneath the surface. 
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Let's tip-toe through the minefield of our hearts to see what may lie underneath the surface. 
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<p>You don't have to settle for a counterfeit life - you can experience a real life! Let's find out how!</p>
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You don't have to settle for a counterfeit life - you can experience a real life! Let's find out how!
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You don't have to settle for a counterfeit life - you can experience a real life! Let's find out how!
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<p>There are 3 key ingredients we need if we're going to collide with and change the culture. Let's get cookin'!  </p>
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There are 3 key ingredients we need if we're going to collide with and change the culture. Let's get cookin'!  
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There are 3 key ingredients we need if we're going to collide with and change the culture. Let's get cookin'!  
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                    <![CDATA[What's The Difference? | Collide - Wk12 // 6.30.24]]>
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<p>When it comes to worldviews, there are many. So, what's so special about Christianity? </p>
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When it comes to worldviews, there are many. So, what's so special about Christianity? 
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When it comes to worldviews, there are many. So, what's so special about Christianity? 
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<p>Do you only believe what you can physically see and experience? Does everything have to make complete logical sense before you'll believe it? Is the goal of your life your own happiness? If so, you're probably miserable. Let's look at a better way... </p>
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Do you only believe what you can physically see and experience? Does everything have to make complete logical sense before you'll believe it? Is the goal of your life your own happiness? If so, you're probably miserable. Let's look at a better way... 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
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Do you only believe what you can physically see and experience? Does everything have to make complete logical sense before you'll believe it? Is the goal of your life your own happiness? If so, you're probably miserable. Let's look at a better way... 
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                    <![CDATA[How To Read The Bible | Collide - Wk10 // 6.16.24]]>
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<p>The Bible is a unique book in many ways, and honestly it can be difficult to read. This practical message will help you learn how to read, understand and apply the Bible to your life. </p>
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The Bible is a unique book in many ways, and honestly it can be difficult to read. This practical message will help you learn how to read, understand and apply the Bible to your life. 
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It's the best-selling book of all-time, but what's the big deal? Why read the Bible? We'll explore 4 answers to that question this week. 
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<p>Times change, but this reality does not: living for Jesus means living under pressure. This week we'll discover what that means and learn how we can do it successfully. </p>
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Times change, but this reality does not: living for Jesus means living under pressure. This week we'll discover what that means and learn how we can do it successfully. 
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Times change, but this reality does not: living for Jesus means living under pressure. This week we'll discover what that means and learn how we can do it successfully. 
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                    <![CDATA[Growth Process | Collide - Wk7 // 5.26.24]]>
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<p>It's amazing how a simple process can change everything about your life!</p>
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It's amazing how a simple process can change everything about your life!
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>It's amazing how a simple process can change everything about your life!</p>
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It's amazing how a simple process can change everything about your life!
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                    <![CDATA[Aftershock | Collide - Wk6 // 5.19.24]]>
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There are two sides to every story. And there are two sides to the supernatural. Today we'll take a look at the "dark side". 
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<p>When it comes to the good news about Jesus, there are no limits. God wants it to go everywhere to everyone everyday! </p>
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When it comes to the good news about Jesus, there are no limits. God wants it to go everywhere to everyone everyday! 
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When it comes to the good news about Jesus, there are no limits. God wants it to go everywhere to everyone everyday! 
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<p>We're constantly faced with decisions, options, and choices. And we always want to make the best ones. But, what do we do when it's not clear? </p>
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We're constantly faced with decisions, options, and choices. And we always want to make the best ones. But, what do we do when it's not clear? 
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We're constantly faced with decisions, options, and choices. And we always want to make the best ones. But, what do we do when it's not clear? 
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                    <![CDATA[When God Says, "No" | Collide - Wk1 // 4.14.24]]>
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<p>It's a word no one likes to hear, but sometimes even God says it. What do we do when God says, "No"? </p>
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It's a word no one likes to hear, but sometimes even God says it. What do we do when God says, "No"? 
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It's a word no one likes to hear, but sometimes even God says it. What do we do when God says, "No"? 
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                    <![CDATA[When Conflict Comes | Legends In The Making - Wk6 // 4.7.24]]>
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<p>Conflict. No one likes it, but we all have to deal with it. So how do we work through conflict in a productive way that doesn't totally destroy our relationships, our character, and our lives? </p>
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Conflict. No one likes it, but we all have to deal with it. So how do we work through conflict in a productive way that doesn't totally destroy our relationships, our character, and our lives? 
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Conflict. No one likes it, but we all have to deal with it. So how do we work through conflict in a productive way that doesn't totally destroy our relationships, our character, and our lives? 
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                    <![CDATA[Easter 2024 | You CAN Always Get What You Want // 3.31.24]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The famous song says, "You can't always get what you want." But what if you could? </p>
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The famous song says, "You can't always get what you want." But what if you could? 
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<p>The famous song says, "You can't always get what you want." But what if you could? </p>
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The famous song says, "You can't always get what you want." But what if you could? 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Famous Last Words | Entry To Empty - Wk5 // 3.24.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2024 20:20:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>There have been many famous last words in history, but this week we'll look at the most famous of all. </p>
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There have been many famous last words in history, but this week we'll look at the most famous of all. 
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<p>There have been many famous last words in history, but this week we'll look at the most famous of all. </p>
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There have been many famous last words in history, but this week we'll look at the most famous of all. 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[W.W.J.P.? | Entry to Empty - Wk4 // 3.17.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 20:17:02 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What would Jesus pray in his moment of greatest need? The answer to that may surprise you. </p>
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What would Jesus pray in his moment of greatest need? The answer to that may surprise you. 
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<p>What would Jesus pray in his moment of greatest need? The answer to that may surprise you. </p>
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What would Jesus pray in his moment of greatest need? The answer to that may surprise you. 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Final Meal | Entry to Empty - Wk3 // 3.10.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 19:23:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>There have been many famous "last meals" in history, and today we'll examine the most famous one ever. And the surprising thing isn't what is eaten at the meal, but what happens during the meal. </p>
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There have been many famous "last meals" in history, and today we'll examine the most famous one ever. And the surprising thing isn't what is eaten at the meal, but what happens during the meal. 
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<p>There have been many famous "last meals" in history, and today we'll examine the most famous one ever. And the surprising thing isn't what is eaten at the meal, but what happens during the meal. </p>
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There have been many famous "last meals" in history, and today we'll examine the most famous one ever. And the surprising thing isn't what is eaten at the meal, but what happens during the meal. 
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                    <![CDATA[Losing My Religion | Entry To Empty - Wk2 // 3.3.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 22:17:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>You should lose your religion. Ditch it. Throw it out. But what should you gain in exchange? Find out in this week's message. </p>
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You should lose your religion. Ditch it. Throw it out. But what should you gain in exchange? Find out in this week's message. 
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<p>You should lose your religion. Ditch it. Throw it out. But what should you gain in exchange? Find out in this week's message. </p>
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You should lose your religion. Ditch it. Throw it out. But what should you gain in exchange? Find out in this week's message. 
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                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[2 Crowds | Entry to Empty - Wk1 // 2.25.24]]>
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<p>This week we’ll see two very different responses to the very same event during the final week of Jesus' life. </p>
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This week we’ll see two very different responses to the very same event during the final week of Jesus' life. 
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This week we’ll see two very different responses to the very same event during the final week of Jesus' life. 
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<p>This week we'll see how we can walk the fine line between convictions and compromises - and we'll talk about the time Santa Claus slapped a guy. </p>
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This week we'll see how we can walk the fine line between convictions and compromises - and we'll talk about the time Santa Claus slapped a guy. 
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This week we'll see how we can walk the fine line between convictions and compromises - and we'll talk about the time Santa Claus slapped a guy. 
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                    <![CDATA[A Story of Love & Faithfulness | Conversations // 2.11.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<p> This week we'll hear the story of a First Century member and discover how God is faithful through the ups-and-downs &amp; twists-and-turns of life. </p>
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 This week we'll hear the story of a First Century member and discover how God is faithful through the ups-and-downs & twists-and-turns of life. 
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<p> This week we'll hear the story of a First Century member and discover how God is faithful through the ups-and-downs &amp; twists-and-turns of life. </p>
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 This week we'll hear the story of a First Century member and discover how God is faithful through the ups-and-downs & twists-and-turns of life. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:50:37</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[It's Not Me... | Legends In The Making - Wk4 // 2.4.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 01:59:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>If it's not "me", then what is it? or who is it? We'll figure that out in this week's message. </p>
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If it's not "me", then what is it? or who is it? We'll figure that out in this week's message. 
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<p>If it's not "me", then what is it? or who is it? We'll figure that out in this week's message. </p>
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If it's not "me", then what is it? or who is it? We'll figure that out in this week's message. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Let's Talk About Jesus | Legends In The Making - Wk3 // 1.28.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:53:03 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We'll discover this week that life change can begin with a conversation. </p>
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We'll discover this week that life change can begin with a conversation. 
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<p>We'll discover this week that life change can begin with a conversation. </p>
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We'll discover this week that life change can begin with a conversation. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:48</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[3 Spirit Steps | Legends In The Making - Wk2 // 1.21.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 04:20:11 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>If you want to discover and experience God's legendary plans for your life, just follow these 3 Spirit steps! </p>
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If you want to discover and experience God's legendary plans for your life, just follow these 3 Spirit steps! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>If you want to discover and experience God's legendary plans for your life, just follow these 3 Spirit steps! </p>
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If you want to discover and experience God's legendary plans for your life, just follow these 3 Spirit steps! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:46</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Ready, Set, Go | Legends In The Making - Wk1 // 1.7.24]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jan 2024 22:35:58 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We believe God has legendary plans for your life! Get ready, get set, go! </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
We believe God has legendary plans for your life! Get ready, get set, go! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>We believe God has legendary plans for your life! Get ready, get set, go! </p>
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We believe God has legendary plans for your life! Get ready, get set, go! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)24 | Scattered Sunday // 12.31.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 30 Dec 2023 14:39:31 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Happy New Year! We're getting ready for a great 2024 by discovering how we come to God and how God comes to us. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Happy New Year! We're getting ready for a great 2024 by discovering how we come to God and how God comes to us. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)24 | Scattered Sunday // 12.31.23]]>
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<p>Happy New Year! We're getting ready for a great 2024 by discovering how we come to God and how God comes to us. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/1624869/c1e-xgw1hpn60nhr70w6-jk90r41xtm62-0dw30v.mp3" length="17934120"
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Happy New Year! We're getting ready for a great 2024 by discovering how we come to God and how God comes to us. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:17:28</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The "MOM" of Christmas | Christmas Eve at First Century // 12.24.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2023 20:36:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1621880</guid>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Have you put on a lot of mileage this year? Does your life seem terribly ordinary? Well then this Christmas message is for you! Merry Christmas! </p>
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Have you put on a lot of mileage this year? Does your life seem terribly ordinary? Well then this Christmas message is for you! Merry Christmas! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Have you put on a lot of mileage this year? Does your life seem terribly ordinary? Well then this Christmas message is for you! Merry Christmas! </p>
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Have you put on a lot of mileage this year? Does your life seem terribly ordinary? Well then this Christmas message is for you! Merry Christmas! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:18:04</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Nobodies | White Elephant - Wk2 // 12.17.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2023 22:07:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we'll look at the lives of a couple of nobodies. </p>
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This week we'll look at the lives of a couple of nobodies. 
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<p>This week we'll look at the lives of a couple of nobodies. </p>
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This week we'll look at the lives of a couple of nobodies. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:19</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Family Dysfunction | White Elephant - Wk1 // 12.10.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 23:36:44 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Is there any hope in the midst of major dysfunction? We'll answer that question in this week's message.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Is there any hope in the midst of major dysfunction? We'll answer that question in this week's message.
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Is there any hope in the midst of major dysfunction? We'll answer that question in this week's message.</p>
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Is there any hope in the midst of major dysfunction? We'll answer that question in this week's message.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:18</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Faith Over _______ | Outsiders - Wk12 // 12.3.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2023 23:19:31 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1607408</guid>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>No matter what you put in the blank, faith is always a better option. </p>
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No matter what you put in the blank, faith is always a better option. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>No matter what you put in the blank, faith is always a better option. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/446ee465-42ab-499e-b46d-f8f48cadb085-12.3.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="37259400"
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No matter what you put in the blank, faith is always a better option. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:18</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Most Difficult Easy Thing To Do | Outsiders - Wk11 // 11.26.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:45:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>An unlikely, supernatural, &amp; humorous story in Acts helps us walk through the most difficult easy thing to do in our lives. <br /> </p>
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An unlikely, supernatural, & humorous story in Acts helps us walk through the most difficult easy thing to do in our lives.  
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An unlikely, supernatural, & humorous story in Acts helps us walk through the most difficult easy thing to do in our lives.  
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                    <![CDATA[What The Church Needs | Outsiders - Wk10 // 11.12.23]]>
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<p>A familiar face reappears to show us an example of what the Church needs. </p>
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A familiar face reappears to show us an example of what the Church needs. 
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<p>A familiar face reappears to show us an example of what the Church needs. </p>
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A familiar face reappears to show us an example of what the Church needs. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:44</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[BONUS! Standing In God's Way (Part 2) // 11.8.23]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>BONUS PODCAST! Listen to discover two more attitudes that stand in God's way. Missed part one? Go ahead and give it a listen!</p>
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BONUS PODCAST! Listen to discover two more attitudes that stand in God's way. Missed part one? Go ahead and give it a listen!
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<p>BONUS PODCAST! Listen to discover two more attitudes that stand in God's way. Missed part one? Go ahead and give it a listen!</p>
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BONUS PODCAST! Listen to discover two more attitudes that stand in God's way. Missed part one? Go ahead and give it a listen!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:14:59</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Standing In God's Way | Outsiders - Wk9 // 11.5.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2023 20:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What attitudes stand in God's way? We'll talk about the first one today. </p>
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What attitudes stand in God's way? We'll talk about the first one today. 
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<p>What attitudes stand in God's way? We'll talk about the first one today. </p>
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What attitudes stand in God's way? We'll talk about the first one today. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:32</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Vision | Outsiders - Wk8 // 10.29.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2023 20:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What do you do when everything you've ever believed is turned upside down? We (and Peter) will wrestle with that question in this week's message.  </p>
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What do you do when everything you've ever believed is turned upside down? We (and Peter) will wrestle with that question in this week's message.  
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<p>What do you do when everything you've ever believed is turned upside down? We (and Peter) will wrestle with that question in this week's message.  </p>
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What do you do when everything you've ever believed is turned upside down? We (and Peter) will wrestle with that question in this week's message.  
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:12</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Visitation | Outsiders - Wk7 // 10.22.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:27:15 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>An outsider gets a special visit. This week, we're talking about angels. </p>
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An outsider gets a special visit. This week, we're talking about angels. 
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<p>An outsider gets a special visit. This week, we're talking about angels. </p>
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An outsider gets a special visit. This week, we're talking about angels. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:32</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Curious Cornelius | Outsiders - Wk6 // 10.15.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:40:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we begin a journey through one of the most pivotal chapters in the book of Acts. </p>
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This week we begin a journey through one of the most pivotal chapters in the book of Acts. 
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<p>This week we begin a journey through one of the most pivotal chapters in the book of Acts. </p>
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This week we begin a journey through one of the most pivotal chapters in the book of Acts. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:27</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Problem/Solution | Outsiders - Wk5 // 10.8.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Oct 2023 21:24:56 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/problemsolution-outsiders-wk5-10823</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>There's a problem the human race has dealt with since nearly the beginning of time. Luckily, there's a powerful solution that's available! </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
There's a problem the human race has dealt with since nearly the beginning of time. Luckily, there's a powerful solution that's available! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>There's a problem the human race has dealt with since nearly the beginning of time. Luckily, there's a powerful solution that's available! </p>
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There's a problem the human race has dealt with since nearly the beginning of time. Luckily, there's a powerful solution that's available! 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1570774/1696800296-Outsiders-TITLE-PLAIN-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:05</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Doing Scary Things | Outsiders - Wk4 // 10.1.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1566510</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/doing-scary-things-outsiders-wk4-10123</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>When you think of doing scary things you might think of skydiving, tightrope walking, or swimming with sharks. But did you know sometimes God will ask you to do scary things? It true! And this week we'll examine how to do them. </p>
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                                    </description>
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                    <![CDATA[
When you think of doing scary things you might think of skydiving, tightrope walking, or swimming with sharks. But did you know sometimes God will ask you to do scary things? It true! And this week we'll examine how to do them. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>When you think of doing scary things you might think of skydiving, tightrope walking, or swimming with sharks. But did you know sometimes God will ask you to do scary things? It true! And this week we'll examine how to do them. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/1185d2fe-5834-4eb0-9c2c-be730990d125-10.1.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="38654568"
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When you think of doing scary things you might think of skydiving, tightrope walking, or swimming with sharks. But did you know sometimes God will ask you to do scary things? It true! And this week we'll examine how to do them. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1566510/1696192636-Outsiders-TITLE-PLAIN-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:05</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Origin Story | Outsiders - Wk3 // 9.24.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2023 20:08:43 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1562554</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/origin-story-outsiders-wk3-92423</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Origin Stories aren't just for superheroes. This week we will examine the origin story of an outsider who would become one of the most well-known Christian figures in the history of the world. </p>
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Origin Stories aren't just for superheroes. This week we will examine the origin story of an outsider who would become one of the most well-known Christian figures in the history of the world. 
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<p>Origin Stories aren't just for superheroes. This week we will examine the origin story of an outsider who would become one of the most well-known Christian figures in the history of the world. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/6a80eddf-8054-495a-8801-9a79797dcca1-9.24.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="35210832"
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Origin Stories aren't just for superheroes. This week we will examine the origin story of an outsider who would become one of the most well-known Christian figures in the history of the world. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:35</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Unique Eunuch | Outsiders - Wk2 // 9.17.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:36:48 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1557467</guid>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Clear direction leads to a simple discussion, an important decision, and a powerful declaration in this week's message. </p>
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Clear direction leads to a simple discussion, an important decision, and a powerful declaration in this week's message. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Clear direction leads to a simple discussion, an important decision, and a powerful declaration in this week's message. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/e8ea6aad-17c3-4f62-9972-474a13d1775d-9.17.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="35402040"
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                    <![CDATA[
Clear direction leads to a simple discussion, an important decision, and a powerful declaration in this week's message. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1557467/1695011808-Outsiders-TITLE-PLAIN-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:56</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What Faith Is NOT | Outsiders - Wk1 // 9.10.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 02:02:13 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1553635</guid>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Faith can so easily be misunderstood and can so easily be mis-used. One way we can better know what faith IS is by defining what faith is NOT. Join us on this discovery today! </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
Faith can so easily be misunderstood and can so easily be mis-used. One way we can better know what faith IS is by defining what faith is NOT. Join us on this discovery today! 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[What Faith Is NOT | Outsiders - Wk1 // 9.10.23]]>
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<p>Faith can so easily be misunderstood and can so easily be mis-used. One way we can better know what faith IS is by defining what faith is NOT. Join us on this discovery today! </p>
]]>
                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/79154e1f-f510-46bb-85d0-386a7304fdf8-9.10.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="41012232"
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                                <itunes:summary>
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Faith can so easily be misunderstood and can so easily be mis-used. One way we can better know what faith IS is by defining what faith is NOT. Join us on this discovery today! 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:20</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Practical Spiritual Life Questions | You Asked For It - Wk2 // 9.3.23]]>
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<p>Do you know how much God loves you? Did you know there's nothing you can do to make Him stop loving you? Did you know God has an incredible purpose for your life? We'll talk about all these amazing things today! </p>
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Do you know how much God loves you? Did you know there's nothing you can do to make Him stop loving you? Did you know God has an incredible purpose for your life? We'll talk about all these amazing things today! 
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                    <![CDATA[Questions About The Bible | You Asked For It - Wk1 // 8.27.23]]>
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<p>The Bible is the most incredible, amazing book of all-time! But there are a lot of questions about it. Join us this week as we tackle a few of the top ones. </p>
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The Bible is the most incredible, amazing book of all-time! But there are a lot of questions about it. Join us this week as we tackle a few of the top ones. 
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                    <![CDATA[A Strange Propellant | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk7 // 8.20.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2023 21:44:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>What should have been a repellant for the Church turned out to be a major propellant. We will end this series on a sobering and challenging note. </p>
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What should have been a repellant for the Church turned out to be a major propellant. We will end this series on a sobering and challenging note. 
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What should have been a repellant for the Church turned out to be a major propellant. We will end this series on a sobering and challenging note. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:09</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Markers of a Martyr | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk6 // 8.13.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Aug 2023 22:50:37 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we will look at the final moments of a great man of faith and see how he was able to give everything for the gospel.</p>
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This week we will look at the final moments of a great man of faith and see how he was able to give everything for the gospel.
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<p>This week we will look at the final moments of a great man of faith and see how he was able to give everything for the gospel.</p>
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This week we will look at the final moments of a great man of faith and see how he was able to give everything for the gospel.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:43:09</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Now It's Personal | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk5 // 8.6.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 01:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The opposition against the Church in Acts is heating up. But one man shows us how he did - and how we can - endure even the worst situations.</p>
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The opposition against the Church in Acts is heating up. But one man shows us how he did - and how we can - endure even the worst situations.
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<p>The opposition against the Church in Acts is heating up. But one man shows us how he did - and how we can - endure even the worst situations.</p>
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The opposition against the Church in Acts is heating up. But one man shows us how he did - and how we can - endure even the worst situations.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:36</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Help! | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk4 // 7.30.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jul 2023 19:35:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We could all use help from time to time. This week we'll look at the best way to find it. </p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
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We could all use help from time to time. This week we'll look at the best way to find it. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>We could all use help from time to time. This week we'll look at the best way to find it. </p>
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We could all use help from time to time. This week we'll look at the best way to find it. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:44</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Seal of Approval | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk3 // 7.23.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2023 21:46:52 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we get inspiration from a familiar source and advice from an unlikely source. Let's discover how God's approval of us and God's plan for us are connected. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
This week we get inspiration from a familiar source and advice from an unlikely source. Let's discover how God's approval of us and God's plan for us are connected. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Seal of Approval | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk3 // 7.23.23]]>
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<p>This week we get inspiration from a familiar source and advice from an unlikely source. Let's discover how God's approval of us and God's plan for us are connected. </p>
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This week we get inspiration from a familiar source and advice from an unlikely source. Let's discover how God's approval of us and God's plan for us are connected. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1521900/1690148812-Acts-series-4-Best-Worst-of-Times-title-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Get Out Of Jail Free Card | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk2 // 7.2.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 18:31:03 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1509420</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/get-out-of-jail-free-card-best-of-times-worst-of-times-wk2-7223</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll see what a prison break shows us about a plot, a plan, and a purpose. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
This week we'll see what a prison break shows us about a plot, a plan, and a purpose. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Get Out Of Jail Free Card | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk2 // 7.2.23]]>
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<p>This week we'll see what a prison break shows us about a plot, a plan, and a purpose. </p>
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This week we'll see what a prison break shows us about a plot, a plan, and a purpose. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:51</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[The Weirdest Story In The New Testament | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk1 // 6.25.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jun 2023 21:26:44 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1505808</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/the-weirdest-story-in-the-new-testament-best-of-times-worst-of-times-wk1-62523</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The title says it all! Join us this week as we learn three things about God from the weirdest story in the New Testament.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
The title says it all! Join us this week as we learn three things about God from the weirdest story in the New Testament.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Weirdest Story In The New Testament | Best of Times, Worst of Times - Wk1 // 6.25.23]]>
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<p>The title says it all! Join us this week as we learn three things about God from the weirdest story in the New Testament.</p>
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The title says it all! Join us this week as we learn three things about God from the weirdest story in the New Testament.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:57</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[The Road To Courage | New Thing - Wk9 // 6.18.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 23:51:47 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1500407</guid>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p> What do the Cowardly Lion, the Church in Acts, and we all have in common? We all have the same need. Join us this week as we travel the road to courage.</p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
 What do the Cowardly Lion, the Church in Acts, and we all have in common? We all have the same need. Join us this week as we travel the road to courage.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Road To Courage | New Thing - Wk9 // 6.18.23]]>
                </itunes:title>
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<p> What do the Cowardly Lion, the Church in Acts, and we all have in common? We all have the same need. Join us this week as we travel the road to courage.</p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/66f09c52-28b9-452e-a4ad-1469a0b80b1b-6.18.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="38373024"
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                    <![CDATA[
 What do the Cowardly Lion, the Church in Acts, and we all have in common? We all have the same need. Join us this week as we travel the road to courage.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:39</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Don't Undercut | New Thing - Wk8 // 6.11.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jun 2023 20:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1494711</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/dont-undercut-new-thing-wk8-61123</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>How can you effectively stand for righteousness without becoming unrighteous in your stand? How can you defend your faith without being defensive or unnecessarily offensive? We'll answer those questions - and more - in this week's message.</p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
How can you effectively stand for righteousness without becoming unrighteous in your stand? How can you defend your faith without being defensive or unnecessarily offensive? We'll answer those questions - and more - in this week's message.
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Don't Undercut | New Thing - Wk8 // 6.11.23]]>
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<p>How can you effectively stand for righteousness without becoming unrighteous in your stand? How can you defend your faith without being defensive or unnecessarily offensive? We'll answer those questions - and more - in this week's message.</p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/8b497d51-f2e1-4999-9a7b-766cf8d92792-6.11.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="44615448"
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How can you effectively stand for righteousness without becoming unrighteous in your stand? How can you defend your faith without being defensive or unnecessarily offensive? We'll answer those questions - and more - in this week's message.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:13</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Right Response | New Thing - Wk7 // 6.4.23]]>
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Sometimes living a life of faith can be difficult & discouraging - especially when the culture and people around you attack you for it. This week we'll look at the right response when that happens. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:44</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Your Defense | New Thing - Wk6 // 5.28.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 28 May 2023 19:37:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>If you've ever met opposition because of your faith, you may have felt unprepared and alone. But today, we'll examine your defense.</p>
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If you've ever met opposition because of your faith, you may have felt unprepared and alone. But today, we'll examine your defense.
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If you've ever met opposition because of your faith, you may have felt unprepared and alone. But today, we'll examine your defense.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:51</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When The Enemy Attacks | New Thing - Wk5 // 5.14.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 14 May 2023 20:18:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Have you ever been the victim of a situational "sneak attack"? Have you ever had someone close in your life betray you? Have you ever been mistreated or attacked for your faith? When it comes down to it, these things aren't physical, but spiritual. Today, we'll look at 3 truths to remember when the enemy attacks. </p>
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Have you ever been the victim of a situational "sneak attack"? Have you ever had someone close in your life betray you? Have you ever been mistreated or attacked for your faith? When it comes down to it, these things aren't physical, but spiritual. Today, we'll look at 3 truths to remember when the enemy attacks. 
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<p>Have you ever been the victim of a situational "sneak attack"? Have you ever had someone close in your life betray you? Have you ever been mistreated or attacked for your faith? When it comes down to it, these things aren't physical, but spiritual. Today, we'll look at 3 truths to remember when the enemy attacks. </p>
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Have you ever been the victim of a situational "sneak attack"? Have you ever had someone close in your life betray you? Have you ever been mistreated or attacked for your faith? When it comes down to it, these things aren't physical, but spiritual. Today, we'll look at 3 truths to remember when the enemy attacks. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:19</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[New Life | New Thing - Wk4 // 5.7.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 07 May 2023 20:47:30 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1473800</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/new-life-new-thing-wk4-5723</link>
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<p>Jesus has a great offer for you - a brand new life! Today we'll look at the benefits of this new life. </p>
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Jesus has a great offer for you - a brand new life! Today we'll look at the benefits of this new life. 
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<p>Jesus has a great offer for you - a brand new life! Today we'll look at the benefits of this new life. </p>
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Jesus has a great offer for you - a brand new life! Today we'll look at the benefits of this new life. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:30:58</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[New Person | New Thing - Wk3 // 4.30.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 30 Apr 2023 20:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>You can choose to live a life of ignorance, or you can be a new person. What does that mean? How can we do that? Find out in this week's message. </p>
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You can choose to live a life of ignorance, or you can be a new person. What does that mean? How can we do that? Find out in this week's message. 
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<p>You can choose to live a life of ignorance, or you can be a new person. What does that mean? How can we do that? Find out in this week's message. </p>
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You can choose to live a life of ignorance, or you can be a new person. What does that mean? How can we do that? Find out in this week's message. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Carpe Occasio | New Thing - Wk2 // 4.16.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 16 Apr 2023 21:09:29 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1459236</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/carpe-occasio-new-thing-wk2-41623</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>No, this is not a Harry Potter spell, but if we grasp the power of "Carpe Occasio", it will change lives! </p>
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No, this is not a Harry Potter spell, but if we grasp the power of "Carpe Occasio", it will change lives! 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>No, this is not a Harry Potter spell, but if we grasp the power of "Carpe Occasio", it will change lives! </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/5507621b-b012-464d-931e-d6c40cbc430b-4.16.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="41448024"
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No, this is not a Harry Potter spell, but if we grasp the power of "Carpe Occasio", it will change lives! 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1459236/New-Thing-TITLE-SQUARE-FINAL1.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:06</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[It's Not You, It's Me | Easter 2023 // 4.9.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 01:32:12 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1455392</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/its-not-you-its-me-easter-2023-4923</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Rejection. Everyone has had to deal with it - including Jesus. This Easter we'll examine who rejected Jesus, why they rejected Jesus, and what that means for us.</p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
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Rejection. Everyone has had to deal with it - including Jesus. This Easter we'll examine who rejected Jesus, why they rejected Jesus, and what that means for us.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[It's Not You, It's Me | Easter 2023 // 4.9.23]]>
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<p>Rejection. Everyone has had to deal with it - including Jesus. This Easter we'll examine who rejected Jesus, why they rejected Jesus, and what that means for us.</p>
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                </content:encoded>
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Rejection. Everyone has had to deal with it - including Jesus. This Easter we'll examine who rejected Jesus, why they rejected Jesus, and what that means for us.
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1455392/Easter-2023-PLAIN-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:53</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
                    <item>
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                    <![CDATA[2 Questions | New Thing - Wk1 // 4.2.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2023 21:58:40 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1450973</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/2-questions-new-thing-wk1-4223</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We begin a new series "New Thing" by looking at 2 questions about a man who needed a miracle and then asking those 2 questions about ourselves. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
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We begin a new series "New Thing" by looking at 2 questions about a man who needed a miracle and then asking those 2 questions about ourselves. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[2 Questions | New Thing - Wk1 // 4.2.23]]>
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<p>We begin a new series "New Thing" by looking at 2 questions about a man who needed a miracle and then asking those 2 questions about ourselves. </p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/42764a6a-45c6-42f4-a55d-9bf90b9e8b4b-4.2.23-SERMON.mp3" length="37331760"
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                                <itunes:summary>
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We begin a new series "New Thing" by looking at 2 questions about a man who needed a miracle and then asking those 2 questions about ourselves. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1450973/New-Thing-TITLE-SQUARE-FINAL1.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:15</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
                    <item>
                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Spirit Baptism | Power - Wk5 // 3.26.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Mar 2023 22:31:09 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1445159</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/spirit-baptism-power-wk5-32623</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We conclude the "Power" series by examining the third and final (and sometimes controversial) phenomenon from Acts 2. </p>
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We conclude the "Power" series by examining the third and final (and sometimes controversial) phenomenon from Acts 2. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Spirit Baptism | Power - Wk5 // 3.26.23]]>
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<p>We conclude the "Power" series by examining the third and final (and sometimes controversial) phenomenon from Acts 2. </p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/04b63dda-9c5d-4357-815f-0fcc84ddae25-3.26.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="51579408"
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                                <itunes:summary>
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We conclude the "Power" series by examining the third and final (and sometimes controversial) phenomenon from Acts 2. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1445159/Power-Acts-2-series-title-Feb-March-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:53:14</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Wind | Power - Wk4 // 3.19.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 02:33:25 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
                <guid isPermaLink="true">
                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1440238</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/wind-power-wk4-31923</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What does wind have to do with the Holy Spirit? We'll examine the importance and meaning of wind throughout the Bible - and for our lives today.</p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
What does wind have to do with the Holy Spirit? We'll examine the importance and meaning of wind throughout the Bible - and for our lives today.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Wind | Power - Wk4 // 3.19.23]]>
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<p>What does wind have to do with the Holy Spirit? We'll examine the importance and meaning of wind throughout the Bible - and for our lives today.</p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/6e67c496-fa3f-45c0-a7ab-2d0608f26bbb-3.19.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="41276352"
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[
What does wind have to do with the Holy Spirit? We'll examine the importance and meaning of wind throughout the Bible - and for our lives today.
]]>
                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1440238/Power-Acts-2-series-title-Feb-March-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:43:45</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
                    <item>
                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Fire | Power - Wk3 // 3.12.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2023 22:37:37 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1434356</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/fire-power-wk3-31223</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we look at the first of three strange phenomena found in Acts  chapter 2 and highlight some parallels between it and the Old Testament. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
This week we look at the first of three strange phenomena found in Acts  chapter 2 and highlight some parallels between it and the Old Testament. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Fire | Power - Wk3 // 3.12.23]]>
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<p>This week we look at the first of three strange phenomena found in Acts  chapter 2 and highlight some parallels between it and the Old Testament. </p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/8ca2c573-e444-4bf8-9a8e-e24062f66049-3.12.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="43828488"
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This week we look at the first of three strange phenomena found in Acts  chapter 2 and highlight some parallels between it and the Old Testament. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:16</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Celebr8 - 8-Yr Anniversary // 3.5.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:29:43 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1429508</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/celebr8-8-yr-anniversary-3523</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we celebrate our 8-year anniversary as a church! As we celebrate, we're reminded of who we are and what God has called us to do. </p>
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This week we celebrate our 8-year anniversary as a church! As we celebrate, we're reminded of who we are and what God has called us to do. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Celebr8 - 8-Yr Anniversary // 3.5.23]]>
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<p>This week we celebrate our 8-year anniversary as a church! As we celebrate, we're reminded of who we are and what God has called us to do. </p>
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This week we celebrate our 8-year anniversary as a church! As we celebrate, we're reminded of who we are and what God has called us to do. 
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                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[C.P.R. | Power - Wk1 // 2.19.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2023 21:53:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Do you know what could make all the difference in your life? Power.  <br />Do you know how you could make a difference with your life? Power.<br />What is this power, and how do we get it? That's what this latest series is all about! </p>
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Do you know what could make all the difference in your life? Power.  Do you know how you could make a difference with your life? Power.What is this power, and how do we get it? That's what this latest series is all about! 
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<p>Do you know what could make all the difference in your life? Power.  <br />Do you know how you could make a difference with your life? Power.<br />What is this power, and how do we get it? That's what this latest series is all about! </p>
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Do you know what could make all the difference in your life? Power.  Do you know how you could make a difference with your life? Power.What is this power, and how do we get it? That's what this latest series is all about! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:45</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[How To Make Key Life Decisions (Wk2) // 2.12.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 20:21:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>If you're facing a big decision in your life, you're in luck because this week we'll look at the final 2 keys to making key life decisions. </p>
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If you're facing a big decision in your life, you're in luck because this week we'll look at the final 2 keys to making key life decisions. 
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>If you're facing a big decision in your life, you're in luck because this week we'll look at the final 2 keys to making key life decisions. </p>
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If you're facing a big decision in your life, you're in luck because this week we'll look at the final 2 keys to making key life decisions. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:44</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[How To Make Key Life Decisions (Wk1) // 1.29.23]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2023 20:23:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/how-to-make-key-life-decisions-wk1-12923</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Are you facing a big decision? Would you just like to learn how to gain  wisdom so you can routinely make better decisions? Today we'll discuss  the first 2 keys to making key life decisions. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
Are you facing a big decision? Would you just like to learn how to gain  wisdom so you can routinely make better decisions? Today we'll discuss  the first 2 keys to making key life decisions. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[How To Make Key Life Decisions (Wk1) // 1.29.23]]>
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<p>Are you facing a big decision? Would you just like to learn how to gain  wisdom so you can routinely make better decisions? Today we'll discuss  the first 2 keys to making key life decisions. </p>
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Are you facing a big decision? Would you just like to learn how to gain  wisdom so you can routinely make better decisions? Today we'll discuss  the first 2 keys to making key life decisions. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[3 Locations | 3 Views of The Movement // 1.22.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2023 22:48:28 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/3-locations-3-views-of-the-movement-12223</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Jesus' final instructions give an itinerary for us to follow so we can complete our ultimate mission in life. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Jesus' final instructions give an itinerary for us to follow so we can complete our ultimate mission in life. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[3 Locations | 3 Views of The Movement // 1.22.23]]>
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<p>Jesus' final instructions give an itinerary for us to follow so we can complete our ultimate mission in life. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/8b97cb97-669e-4c5e-89e8-28a57b149c30-1.22.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="45080808"
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                                <itunes:summary>
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Jesus' final instructions give an itinerary for us to follow so we can complete our ultimate mission in life. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:46:31</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[3 Themes | 3 Views of The Movement // 1.15.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2023 21:33:29 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/3-themes-3-views-of-the-movement-11523</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What propelled the original followers of Jesus forward? What were their  essential core beliefs? Have any of these beliefs changed for us today?  Today we’ll look at the 3 Themes of The Movement. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
What propelled the original followers of Jesus forward? What were their  essential core beliefs? Have any of these beliefs changed for us today?  Today we’ll look at the 3 Themes of The Movement. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[3 Themes | 3 Views of The Movement // 1.15.23]]>
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<p>What propelled the original followers of Jesus forward? What were their  essential core beliefs? Have any of these beliefs changed for us today?  Today we’ll look at the 3 Themes of The Movement. </p>
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What propelled the original followers of Jesus forward? What were their  essential core beliefs? Have any of these beliefs changed for us today?  Today we’ll look at the 3 Themes of The Movement. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1377927/Acts-Study-Title-The-Movement-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:03</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[3 Levels | 3 Views of The Movement - Wk1 // 1.8.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2023 20:01:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/3-levels-3-views-of-the-movement-wk1-1823</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>As we begin our journey through the New Testament book of Acts, we will see three ways to approach and apply this book. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
As we begin our journey through the New Testament book of Acts, we will see three ways to approach and apply this book. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[3 Levels | 3 Views of The Movement - Wk1 // 1.8.23]]>
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<p>As we begin our journey through the New Testament book of Acts, we will see three ways to approach and apply this book. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/4170cec5-03bd-45c7-ab74-8042671c3fe3-1.8.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="41108136"
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                                <itunes:summary>
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As we begin our journey through the New Testament book of Acts, we will see three ways to approach and apply this book. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1371423/Acts-Study-Title-The-Movement-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:17</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)23 | New Years Message // 1.1.23]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2023 03:14:57 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1366731</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/psalm-2023-new-years-message-1123</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>God wants you to have a great year! How can you know? Look no further than Psalm 23!</p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
God wants you to have a great year! How can you know? Look no further than Psalm 23!
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Psalm (20)23 | New Years Message // 1.1.23]]>
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<p>God wants you to have a great year! How can you know? Look no further than Psalm 23!</p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/11ec7a69-88b9-45ba-915e-0ee795989e17-1.1.23-PODCAST.mp3" length="20150760"
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[
God wants you to have a great year! How can you know? Look no further than Psalm 23!
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:19:53</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
                            </item>
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                    <![CDATA[What Christmas Shows Us About Jesus | Christmas Eve 2022 (John) // 12.24.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Dec 2022 04:15:35 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/what-christmas-shows-us-about-jesus-christmas-eve-2022-john-122422</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>To celebrate the season, we look at the unique "Christmas story" from one of Jesus' best friends.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
To celebrate the season, we look at the unique "Christmas story" from one of Jesus' best friends.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[What Christmas Shows Us About Jesus | Christmas Eve 2022 (John) // 12.24.22]]>
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<p>To celebrate the season, we look at the unique "Christmas story" from one of Jesus' best friends.</p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/fa147071-0a20-448e-b82c-a2cb27c51eea-12.24.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="15791592"
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[
To celebrate the season, we look at the unique "Christmas story" from one of Jesus' best friends.
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1358914/Christmas-Eve-2022-SQUARE-FINAL1.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:16:49</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[An Angel and A Teen Mom | Gospel Christmas - Wk3 (Luke) // 12.18.22]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 18 Dec 2022 23:43:37 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1352729</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/an-angel-and-a-teen-mom-gospel-christmas-wk3-luke-121822</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What does it mean to live in God's favor? How can we push past fear in our lives to fulfill our purpose? We'll work through these big questions this week. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
What does it mean to live in God's favor? How can we push past fear in our lives to fulfill our purpose? We'll work through these big questions this week. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[An Angel and A Teen Mom | Gospel Christmas - Wk3 (Luke) // 12.18.22]]>
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<p>What does it mean to live in God's favor? How can we push past fear in our lives to fulfill our purpose? We'll work through these big questions this week. </p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/df7ff59e-88dd-4c90-9070-9f6c6ed21762-12.18.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="37897800"
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[
What does it mean to live in God's favor? How can we push past fear in our lives to fulfill our purpose? We'll work through these big questions this week. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:28</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Christmas Prepping | Gospel Christmas - Wk2 (Mark) // 12.11.22]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 03:52:07 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1347279</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/christmas-prepping-gospel-christmas-wk2-mark-121122</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This time of year there is so much to prepare - decorating, gifts,  events, etc. But Jesus' older cousin will show us how to prepare for something even more important.</p>
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                                    </description>
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                    <![CDATA[
This time of year there is so much to prepare - decorating, gifts,  events, etc. But Jesus' older cousin will show us how to prepare for something even more important.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Christmas Prepping | Gospel Christmas - Wk2 (Mark) // 12.11.22]]>
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<p>This time of year there is so much to prepare - decorating, gifts,  events, etc. But Jesus' older cousin will show us how to prepare for something even more important.</p>
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                </content:encoded>
                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/de850988-d20e-409e-b279-6e339bd2adcb-12.11.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="35227992"
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                                <itunes:summary>
                    <![CDATA[
This time of year there is so much to prepare - decorating, gifts,  events, etc. But Jesus' older cousin will show us how to prepare for something even more important.
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1347279/Year-of-the-Bible-10-Christmas-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[2 Responses | Gospel Christmas - Wk2 (Matthew) // 12.4.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2022 22:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1340680</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/2-responses-gospel-christmas-wk2-matthew-12422</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In Matthew 2 we see two very different responses to the birth of Jesus.  We'll explore those responses to Jesus as we consider our own response to him. </p>
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In Matthew 2 we see two very different responses to the birth of Jesus.  We'll explore those responses to Jesus as we consider our own response to him. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[2 Responses | Gospel Christmas - Wk2 (Matthew) // 12.4.22]]>
                </itunes:title>
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<p>In Matthew 2 we see two very different responses to the birth of Jesus.  We'll explore those responses to Jesus as we consider our own response to him. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/b869aa55-5712-4162-89fd-af3e2ee53d29-12.4.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="35743656"
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In Matthew 2 we see two very different responses to the birth of Jesus.  We'll explore those responses to Jesus as we consider our own response to him. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:15</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[I Hear You, I Got You | FBO - Wk8 (1,2,3John) // 11.27.22]]>
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<p>We conclude this series with an encouraging message about prayer. </p>
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We conclude this series with an encouraging message about prayer. 
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We conclude this series with an encouraging message about prayer. 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Why We Worship Jesus | FBO - Wk7 (Revelation) // 11.20.22 Thanksgiving Gathering]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This year we celebrate Thanksgiving by looking at the book of Revelation. It may sound weird, but as you'll see, it actually makes perfect sense! </p>
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This year we celebrate Thanksgiving by looking at the book of Revelation. It may sound weird, but as you'll see, it actually makes perfect sense! 
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<p>This year we celebrate Thanksgiving by looking at the book of Revelation. It may sound weird, but as you'll see, it actually makes perfect sense! </p>
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This year we celebrate Thanksgiving by looking at the book of Revelation. It may sound weird, but as you'll see, it actually makes perfect sense! 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Specific Suffering | FBO - Wk6 (Peter) // 11.13.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2022 23:30:24 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week gets a little heavy as we explore the writings of one of Jesus' closest friends. </p>
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This week gets a little heavy as we explore the writings of one of Jesus' closest friends. 
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<p>This week gets a little heavy as we explore the writings of one of Jesus' closest friends. </p>
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This week gets a little heavy as we explore the writings of one of Jesus' closest friends. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:23</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Walking The Tightrope | FBO - Wk5 (James/Jude) // 11.6.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2022 21:51:14 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Get ready for a spiritual tightrope walking lesson from the brothers of Jesus! </p>
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Get ready for a spiritual tightrope walking lesson from the brothers of Jesus! 
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<p>Get ready for a spiritual tightrope walking lesson from the brothers of Jesus! </p>
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Get ready for a spiritual tightrope walking lesson from the brothers of Jesus! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:32</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Offices | FBO - Wk4 (Hebrews) // 10.30.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 02:59:43 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll work through the most "Old Testament" New Testament book.</p>
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This week we'll work through the most "Old Testament" New Testament book.
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<p>This week we'll work through the most "Old Testament" New Testament book.</p>
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This week we'll work through the most "Old Testament" New Testament book.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:26</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Because of The Gospel | FBO - Wk3 (Philemon) // 10.23.22]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2022 18:43:02 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/3208/episode/1300258</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/because-of-the-gospel-fbo-wk3-philemon-102322</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll examine and apply truths from one of the shortest and most personal books in the entire Bible. </p>
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This week we'll examine and apply truths from one of the shortest and most personal books in the entire Bible. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Because of The Gospel | FBO - Wk3 (Philemon) // 10.23.22]]>
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<p>This week we'll examine and apply truths from one of the shortest and most personal books in the entire Bible. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/6be565e6-f6ab-4025-a0f1-1da944dfff4b-10.23.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="39971592"
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This week we'll examine and apply truths from one of the shortest and most personal books in the entire Bible. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:00</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Difficult People, Difficult Conversations | FB&O - Wk2 (Timothy/Titus 2) // 10.16.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:06:09 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Just this title alone can be frightening! We all have to deal with difficult people and engage in difficult conversations at some point in our lives. No one likes to do it, but today we'll learn how to make the most of it. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
Just this title alone can be frightening! We all have to deal with difficult people and engage in difficult conversations at some point in our lives. No one likes to do it, but today we'll learn how to make the most of it. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Difficult People, Difficult Conversations | FB&O - Wk2 (Timothy/Titus 2) // 10.16.22]]>
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<p>Just this title alone can be frightening! We all have to deal with difficult people and engage in difficult conversations at some point in our lives. No one likes to do it, but today we'll learn how to make the most of it. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/82041fb0-ced2-4de3-94c3-3478523960ae-10.16.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="42200328"
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Just this title alone can be frightening! We all have to deal with difficult people and engage in difficult conversations at some point in our lives. No one likes to do it, but today we'll learn how to make the most of it. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Do This, Not That | Friends, Brothers, & Others - Wk1 (Timothy/Titus) // 10.2.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2022 17:41:20 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/do-this-not-that-friends-brothers-others-wk1-timothytitus-10222</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We begin a new series with some very practical interpersonal tips from Paul</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
We begin a new series with some very practical interpersonal tips from Paul
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Do This, Not That | Friends, Brothers, & Others - Wk1 (Timothy/Titus) // 10.2.22]]>
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<p>We begin a new series with some very practical interpersonal tips from Paul</p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/9f74a5bc-f4dd-4bdb-b2e5-66a717a09767-10.2.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="34018056"
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We begin a new series with some very practical interpersonal tips from Paul
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:29</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                <title>
                    <![CDATA[The End Is Near | Dear Church - Wk8 (Thessalonians) // 9.25.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2022 20:37:54 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/the-end-is-near-dear-church-wk8-thessalonians-92522</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/the-end-is-near-dear-church-wk8-thessalonians-92522</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we answer 4 questions about the rapture. </p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
This week we answer 4 questions about the rapture. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The End Is Near | Dear Church - Wk8 (Thessalonians) // 9.25.22]]>
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<p>This week we answer 4 questions about the rapture. </p>
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This week we answer 4 questions about the rapture. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:52</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Power Ballad | Dear Church - Wk7 (Colossians) // 9.18.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2022 23:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/power-ballad-dear-church-wk7-colossians-91822</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll take a look at a song the Apostle Paul wrote that reveals 5 key truths about who Jesus really is. </p>
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This week we'll take a look at a song the Apostle Paul wrote that reveals 5 key truths about who Jesus really is. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
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                    <![CDATA[Power Ballad | Dear Church - Wk7 (Colossians) // 9.18.22]]>
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<p>This week we'll take a look at a song the Apostle Paul wrote that reveals 5 key truths about who Jesus really is. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/8617b6e9-1a26-4349-9e20-c12fc68f6b0a-9.18.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="36228840"
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This week we'll take a look at a song the Apostle Paul wrote that reveals 5 key truths about who Jesus really is. 
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                </itunes:summary>
                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1274103/Year-of-the-Bible-8-Dear-Church-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:21</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Not Finished | Dear Church - Wk6 (Philippians) // 9.11.22]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2022 21:08:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/not-finished-dear-church-wk6-philippians-91122</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>No matter where you are in life or what you're facing in life, this week's message will be a great reminder to encourage you.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
No matter where you are in life or what you're facing in life, this week's message will be a great reminder to encourage you.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Not Finished | Dear Church - Wk6 (Philippians) // 9.11.22]]>
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<p>No matter where you are in life or what you're facing in life, this week's message will be a great reminder to encourage you.</p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/7ddddb74-d118-4f19-9c0f-64a5e3dc9f56-9.11.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="43726008"
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No matter where you are in life or what you're facing in life, this week's message will be a great reminder to encourage you.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:04</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Spiritual Labor Day | Dear Church - Wk5 (Galatians) // 9.4.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2022 20:07:21 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/spiritual-labor-day-dear-church-wk5-galatians-9422</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week let's look at a very important &amp; brand new (or not so brand new) holiday. </p>
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This week let's look at a very important & brand new (or not so brand new) holiday. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Spiritual Labor Day | Dear Church - Wk5 (Galatians) // 9.4.22]]>
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<p>This week let's look at a very important &amp; brand new (or not so brand new) holiday. </p>
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This week let's look at a very important & brand new (or not so brand new) holiday. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:00</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[My Prayer For The Church | Dear Church - Wk4 (Ephesians) // 8.28.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:33:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Paul's letter to the Ephesians includes a powerful, encouraging prayer that we will examine and apply this week. </p>
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Paul's letter to the Ephesians includes a powerful, encouraging prayer that we will examine and apply this week. 
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                    <![CDATA[My Prayer For The Church | Dear Church - Wk4 (Ephesians) // 8.28.22]]>
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<p>Paul's letter to the Ephesians includes a powerful, encouraging prayer that we will examine and apply this week. </p>
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Paul's letter to the Ephesians includes a powerful, encouraging prayer that we will examine and apply this week. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Brains & Brawn | Dear Church - Wk3 (Corinthians) // 8.21.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The more things change, the more they stay the same. A lot has changed in 2,000 years, but we face the same problems the ancient churches in Corinth did. Luckily, Paul gave them (and gives us) a 2-part strategy to be effective in our faith. </p>
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The more things change, the more they stay the same. A lot has changed in 2,000 years, but we face the same problems the ancient churches in Corinth did. Luckily, Paul gave them (and gives us) a 2-part strategy to be effective in our faith. 
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                    <![CDATA[Brains & Brawn | Dear Church - Wk3 (Corinthians) // 8.21.22]]>
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<p>The more things change, the more they stay the same. A lot has changed in 2,000 years, but we face the same problems the ancient churches in Corinth did. Luckily, Paul gave them (and gives us) a 2-part strategy to be effective in our faith. </p>
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The more things change, the more they stay the same. A lot has changed in 2,000 years, but we face the same problems the ancient churches in Corinth did. Luckily, Paul gave them (and gives us) a 2-part strategy to be effective in our faith. 
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                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/images/1248681/Year-of-the-Bible-8-Dear-Church-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:46</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[5 New Gifts | Dear Church - Wk2 (Romans) // 8.14.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2022 20:41:55 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/5-new-gifts-dear-church-wk2-romans-81422</link>
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<p>Everyone like new gifts, right? This week we'll examine 5 new gifts we receive in a life of faith. </p>
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Everyone like new gifts, right? This week we'll examine 5 new gifts we receive in a life of faith. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[5 New Gifts | Dear Church - Wk2 (Romans) // 8.14.22]]>
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<p>Everyone like new gifts, right? This week we'll examine 5 new gifts we receive in a life of faith. </p>
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Everyone like new gifts, right? This week we'll examine 5 new gifts we receive in a life of faith. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:27</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[It's For Everyone | Dear Church - Wk1 (Acts) // 8.7.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2022 21:43:50 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>3 people. 3 lives. 3 situations. 1 solution. We begin our journey through the New Testament with this simple yet powerful truth about the gospel: it's for everyone! </p>
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3 people. 3 lives. 3 situations. 1 solution. We begin our journey through the New Testament with this simple yet powerful truth about the gospel: it's for everyone! 
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                    <![CDATA[It's For Everyone | Dear Church - Wk1 (Acts) // 8.7.22]]>
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<p>3 people. 3 lives. 3 situations. 1 solution. We begin our journey through the New Testament with this simple yet powerful truth about the gospel: it's for everyone! </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/2b509a86-0540-4a7a-a2c7-3af92eed8411-8.7.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="45188232"
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3 people. 3 lives. 3 situations. 1 solution. We begin our journey through the New Testament with this simple yet powerful truth about the gospel: it's for everyone! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:47:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[How God Works | Home Sweet Home - Wk4 (Esther & Malachi) // 7.31.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2022 20:46:59 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/how-god-works-home-sweet-home-wk4-esther-malafix</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/how-god-works-home-sweet-home-wk4-esther-malafix</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p> One of the great mysteries of the universe is how God works. Even though  we can't fully know all there is to know about this, the Bible gives us clues along the way. As we conclude our journey through the Old Testament we'll explore two ways God works which have a huge impact on our lives. </p>
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 One of the great mysteries of the universe is how God works. Even though  we can't fully know all there is to know about this, the Bible gives us clues along the way. As we conclude our journey through the Old Testament we'll explore two ways God works which have a huge impact on our lives. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[How God Works | Home Sweet Home - Wk4 (Esther & Malachi) // 7.31.22]]>
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<p> One of the great mysteries of the universe is how God works. Even though  we can't fully know all there is to know about this, the Bible gives us clues along the way. As we conclude our journey through the Old Testament we'll explore two ways God works which have a huge impact on our lives. </p>
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 One of the great mysteries of the universe is how God works. Even though  we can't fully know all there is to know about this, the Bible gives us clues along the way. As we conclude our journey through the Old Testament we'll explore two ways God works which have a huge impact on our lives. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:50:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
                </itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Tenacity | Home Sweet Home - Wk3 (Ezra/Nehemiah) // 7.24.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2022 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/tenacity-home-sweet-home-wk3-ezranehemiah-zpu</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Do you ever feel like you constantly encounter opposition and attacks  even though you try and do the right things in life? This week we'll  look at what those attacks are and how we can withstand them to complete  the work God has for us. </p>
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                                    </description>
                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
Do you ever feel like you constantly encounter opposition and attacks  even though you try and do the right things in life? This week we'll  look at what those attacks are and how we can withstand them to complete  the work God has for us. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Tenacity | Home Sweet Home - Wk3 (Ezra/Nehemiah) // 7.24.22]]>
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<p>Do you ever feel like you constantly encounter opposition and attacks  even though you try and do the right things in life? This week we'll  look at what those attacks are and how we can withstand them to complete  the work God has for us. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/ef1deaf7-c3be-410f-8462-8088fa06ca40-7.24.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="41539032"
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Do you ever feel like you constantly encounter opposition and attacks  even though you try and do the right things in life? This week we'll  look at what those attacks are and how we can withstand them to complete  the work God has for us. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:35</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Complete the Work | Home Sweet Home - Wk2 (Ezra/Nehemiah) // 7.17.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/complete-the-work-home-sweet-home-wk2-ezranehefwi</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The work to rebuild ancient Jerusalem has come a long way for the people of the Old Testament, but the job still remains incomplete. Discover with us how a group of regular people were able to complete the work and how we as regular people can do the same in our lives. </p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
The work to rebuild ancient Jerusalem has come a long way for the people of the Old Testament, but the job still remains incomplete. Discover with us how a group of regular people were able to complete the work and how we as regular people can do the same in our lives. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Complete the Work | Home Sweet Home - Wk2 (Ezra/Nehemiah) // 7.17.22]]>
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<p>The work to rebuild ancient Jerusalem has come a long way for the people of the Old Testament, but the job still remains incomplete. Discover with us how a group of regular people were able to complete the work and how we as regular people can do the same in our lives. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/c583f4a5-205b-4c32-bed8-2626b82386c3-7.17.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="41091096"
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The work to rebuild ancient Jerusalem has come a long way for the people of the Old Testament, but the job still remains incomplete. Discover with us how a group of regular people were able to complete the work and how we as regular people can do the same in our lives. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:36</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Work Begins | Home Sweet Home - Wk1 (Haggai/Zechariah) // 7.10.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 03:39:24 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>First Century Church</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/the-work-begins-home-sweet-home-wk1-haggaizechgpt</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>The ancient Jewish people are moving back into their homeland, but they  have a lot of work ahead of them. Join us for this week's message as  we're encouraged in the same way they were. </p>
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                <itunes:subtitle>
                    <![CDATA[
The ancient Jewish people are moving back into their homeland, but they  have a lot of work ahead of them. Join us for this week's message as  we're encouraged in the same way they were. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Work Begins | Home Sweet Home - Wk1 (Haggai/Zechariah) // 7.10.22]]>
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<p>The ancient Jewish people are moving back into their homeland, but they  have a lot of work ahead of them. Join us for this week's message as  we're encouraged in the same way they were. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/8b2c35ee-5d77-47ae-85d2-e8a370794991-7.10.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="40453848"
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The ancient Jewish people are moving back into their homeland, but they  have a lot of work ahead of them. Join us for this week's message as  we're encouraged in the same way they were. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:56</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Fear Factor BC | In The Belly of The Beast - Wk3 (Ezekiel) // 7.3.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2022 21:17:53 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/fear-factor-bc-in-the-belly-of-the-beast-wk3-ezhjr</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Over the past two weeks we've looked at WHAT we can do to have a  positive impact on our culture. This week we'll see HOW we can actually do it. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Over the past two weeks we've looked at WHAT we can do to have a  positive impact on our culture. This week we'll see HOW we can actually do it. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Fear Factor BC | In The Belly of The Beast - Wk3 (Ezekiel) // 7.3.22]]>
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<p>Over the past two weeks we've looked at WHAT we can do to have a  positive impact on our culture. This week we'll see HOW we can actually do it. </p>
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                                    <enclosure url="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/ffa20771-a062-4f19-ae1c-5541511e6738-7.3.22-PODCAST.mp3" length="38114760"
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                    <![CDATA[
Over the past two weeks we've looked at WHAT we can do to have a  positive impact on our culture. This week we'll see HOW we can actually do it. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:54</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Strength & Stomach | In The Belly of The Beast - Wk2 (Daniel pt2) // 6.26.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2022 22:08:09 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/strength-stomach-in-the-belly-of-the-beast-wk24my</link>
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<p>This week we continue our look at Daniel from the Old Testament to see how we can be effective cultural missionaries. </p>
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This week we continue our look at Daniel from the Old Testament to see how we can be effective cultural missionaries. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Strength & Stomach | In The Belly of The Beast - Wk2 (Daniel pt2) // 6.26.22]]>
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<p>This week we continue our look at Daniel from the Old Testament to see how we can be effective cultural missionaries. </p>
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This week we continue our look at Daniel from the Old Testament to see how we can be effective cultural missionaries. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Skill To See | In The Belly of the Beast - Wk1 (Daniel) // 6.19.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2022 00:26:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/skill-to-see-in-the-belly-of-the-beast-wk1-dani4cu</link>
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                    <![CDATA[Skill To See | In The Belly of the Beast - Wk1 (Daniel) // 6.19.22]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:53</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Discussion on Discouragement | Everything Goes South - Wk4 (Jeremiah/Lamentations) // 6.12.22]]>
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<p>We all deal with discouragement. What might help is to examine a few main reasons for discouragement. And what might really help is to explore some remedies for discouragement. Prepare to be encouraged! </p>
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We all deal with discouragement. What might help is to examine a few main reasons for discouragement. And what might really help is to explore some remedies for discouragement. Prepare to be encouraged! 
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                    <![CDATA[A Discussion on Discouragement | Everything Goes South - Wk4 (Jeremiah/Lamentations) // 6.12.22]]>
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We all deal with discouragement. What might help is to examine a few main reasons for discouragement. And what might really help is to explore some remedies for discouragement. Prepare to be encouraged! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:05</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Holy Spirit Reversals | Everything Goes South - Wk3 (Joel) // 6.5.22]]>
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<p>This week we make some connections that are actually reversals. It's really not as confusing as it sounds. Join us as we continue our year-long series through the Bible! </p>
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This week we make some connections that are actually reversals. It's really not as confusing as it sounds. Join us as we continue our year-long series through the Bible! 
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                    <![CDATA[Holy Spirit Reversals | Everything Goes South - Wk3 (Joel) // 6.5.22]]>
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<p>This week we make some connections that are actually reversals. It's really not as confusing as it sounds. Join us as we continue our year-long series through the Bible! </p>
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This week we make some connections that are actually reversals. It's really not as confusing as it sounds. Join us as we continue our year-long series through the Bible! 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:42:12</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Less Is More | Everything Goes South - Wk2 (Zephaniah) // 5.29.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 29 May 2022 21:20:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>It may sound strange, but the less your life is all about you, your life will become so much more. Find out how to live a life of true humility in this week's message. </p>
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It may sound strange, but the less your life is all about you, your life will become so much more. Find out how to live a life of true humility in this week's message. 
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<p>It may sound strange, but the less your life is all about you, your life will become so much more. Find out how to live a life of true humility in this week's message. </p>
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It may sound strange, but the less your life is all about you, your life will become so much more. Find out how to live a life of true humility in this week's message. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:22</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When God's Plan Doesn't Make Sense | Everything Goes South - Wk1 (Habakkuk) // 5.22.22]]>
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<p>The title of this week's message says it all. With all of the mysteries, questions, &amp; uncertainties in life, what do you do when God's plan doesn't make sense?</p>
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The title of this week's message says it all. With all of the mysteries, questions, & uncertainties in life, what do you do when God's plan doesn't make sense?
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                    <![CDATA[When God's Plan Doesn't Make Sense | Everything Goes South - Wk1 (Habakkuk) // 5.22.22]]>
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<p>The title of this week's message says it all. With all of the mysteries, questions, &amp; uncertainties in life, what do you do when God's plan doesn't make sense?</p>
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The title of this week's message says it all. With all of the mysteries, questions, & uncertainties in life, what do you do when God's plan doesn't make sense?
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:05</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Justice For All | We Need To Talk - Wk4 (Amos/Micah) // 5.15.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 May 2022 20:27:15 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>God cares about justice. Our modern culture seems to care about justice.  But does justice mean the same in both cases? If so, great! If not,  what do we do? We'll look at several "touchy" and "controversial"  subjects as we examine this issue of justice. </p>
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God cares about justice. Our modern culture seems to care about justice.  But does justice mean the same in both cases? If so, great! If not,  what do we do? We'll look at several "touchy" and "controversial"  subjects as we examine this issue of justice. 
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                    <![CDATA[Justice For All | We Need To Talk - Wk4 (Amos/Micah) // 5.15.22]]>
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<p>God cares about justice. Our modern culture seems to care about justice.  But does justice mean the same in both cases? If so, great! If not,  what do we do? We'll look at several "touchy" and "controversial"  subjects as we examine this issue of justice. </p>
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God cares about justice. Our modern culture seems to care about justice.  But does justice mean the same in both cases? If so, great! If not,  what do we do? We'll look at several "touchy" and "controversial"  subjects as we examine this issue of justice. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:49</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Semper Fi | We Need To Talk - Wk3 (Hosea) // 4.24.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2022 20:43:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Sometimes we just have to tell people the truth bluntly. God has to do that sometimes, too. But even when He does, He always give us hope at same time.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Sometimes we just have to tell people the truth bluntly. God has to do that sometimes, too. But even when He does, He always give us hope at same time.
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Semper Fi | We Need To Talk - Wk3 (Hosea) // 4.24.22]]>
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<p>Sometimes we just have to tell people the truth bluntly. God has to do that sometimes, too. But even when He does, He always give us hope at same time.</p>
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Sometimes we just have to tell people the truth bluntly. God has to do that sometimes, too. But even when He does, He always give us hope at same time.
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                                    <itunes:image href="https://episodes.castos.com/firstcenturykc/dae0027c-3776-4291-ba5a-a7fc16cb3856-Year-of-the-Bible-4-We-Need-to-Talk-SQUARE-FINAL.jpg"></itunes:image>
                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:30</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Coupons & Christ | Easter 2022 (Isaiah) // 4.17.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2022 20:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What do coupons have in common with Jesus? This Easter we'll find out!</p>
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What do coupons have in common with Jesus? This Easter we'll find out!
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Coupons & Christ | Easter 2022 (Isaiah) // 4.17.22]]>
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<p>What do coupons have in common with Jesus? This Easter we'll find out!</p>
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What do coupons have in common with Jesus? This Easter we'll find out!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:21</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Both/And | We Need To Talk - Wk2 (Obadiah/Jonah) // 4.10.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:46:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>God is complex, multi-faceted, and can't be categorized. When it comes  to how He operates and what He does, He is Both/And. Discover with us  what that means in this week's message. </p>
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God is complex, multi-faceted, and can't be categorized. When it comes  to how He operates and what He does, He is Both/And. Discover with us  what that means in this week's message. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Both/And | We Need To Talk - Wk2 (Obadiah/Jonah) // 4.10.22]]>
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<p>God is complex, multi-faceted, and can't be categorized. When it comes  to how He operates and what He does, He is Both/And. Discover with us  what that means in this week's message. </p>
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God is complex, multi-faceted, and can't be categorized. When it comes  to how He operates and what He does, He is Both/And. Discover with us  what that means in this week's message. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:25</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Trust Verified | We Need To Talk - Wk1 (1&2 Kings) // 4.3.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 03 Apr 2022 23:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Trust is difficult to give. It has to be earned. But what if there was someone we could trust who would never make a mistake and never fail? </p>
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Trust is difficult to give. It has to be earned. But what if there was someone we could trust who would never make a mistake and never fail? 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Trust Verified | We Need To Talk - Wk1 (1&2 Kings) // 4.3.22]]>
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<p>Trust is difficult to give. It has to be earned. But what if there was someone we could trust who would never make a mistake and never fail? </p>
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Trust is difficult to give. It has to be earned. But what if there was someone we could trust who would never make a mistake and never fail? 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:45:14</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Love Song | Dynasty - Wk5 (Song of Solomon) // 3.27.22]]>
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<p>This week we look at the Bible's love song through the lens of classic love songs. </p>
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This week we look at the Bible's love song through the lens of classic love songs. 
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                    <![CDATA[Love Song | Dynasty - Wk5 (Song of Solomon) // 3.27.22]]>
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<p>This week we look at the Bible's love song through the lens of classic love songs. </p>
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This week we look at the Bible's love song through the lens of classic love songs. 
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                    <![CDATA[I Pity The Fool | Dynasty - Wk4 (Proverbs/Ecclesiastes) // 3.20.22]]>
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<p>No one wants to be a fool. So this week let's learn the way of wisdom. </p>
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No one wants to be a fool. So this week let's learn the way of wisdom. 
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<p>No one wants to be a fool. So this week let's learn the way of wisdom. </p>
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No one wants to be a fool. So this week let's learn the way of wisdom. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:10</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[When You've Been Wrong | Dynasty - Wk3 (Samuel/Chronicles) // 3.13.22]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Pobody's Nerfect. We all make mistakes. But how (or if) we own up to them determines a lot. Join us as we examine two case studies in what to  do when you're wrong.</p>
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Pobody's Nerfect. We all make mistakes. But how (or if) we own up to them determines a lot. Join us as we examine two case studies in what to  do when you're wrong.
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                    <![CDATA[When You've Been Wrong | Dynasty - Wk3 (Samuel/Chronicles) // 3.13.22]]>
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<p>Pobody's Nerfect. We all make mistakes. But how (or if) we own up to them determines a lot. Join us as we examine two case studies in what to  do when you're wrong.</p>
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Pobody's Nerfect. We all make mistakes. But how (or if) we own up to them determines a lot. Join us as we examine two case studies in what to  do when you're wrong.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:48:36</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[7 Year Celebration (Psalms) // 3.6.22]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We continue our journey through the Bible as we celebrate our 7-Year  Anniversary! This week we examine Psalm 27 to see how King David says we  can approach and overcome our problems. </p>
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We continue our journey through the Bible as we celebrate our 7-Year  Anniversary! This week we examine Psalm 27 to see how King David says we  can approach and overcome our problems. 
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<p>We continue our journey through the Bible as we celebrate our 7-Year  Anniversary! This week we examine Psalm 27 to see how King David says we  can approach and overcome our problems. </p>
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We continue our journey through the Bible as we celebrate our 7-Year  Anniversary! This week we examine Psalm 27 to see how King David says we  can approach and overcome our problems. 
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[When You've Been Wronged | Dynasty Wk1 (Samuel/Chronicles) // 2.27.22]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p> We've all been hurt or betrayed by someone. Sometimes we're even hurt by  the people closest to us. This can cause deep pain and severe wounds in  our lives. So, what do we do when we've been wronged? We'll attempt to  answer that question this week. </p>
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 We've all been hurt or betrayed by someone. Sometimes we're even hurt by  the people closest to us. This can cause deep pain and severe wounds in  our lives. So, what do we do when we've been wronged? We'll attempt to  answer that question this week. 
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<p> We've all been hurt or betrayed by someone. Sometimes we're even hurt by  the people closest to us. This can cause deep pain and severe wounds in  our lives. So, what do we do when we've been wronged? We'll attempt to  answer that question this week. </p>
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 We've all been hurt or betrayed by someone. Sometimes we're even hurt by  the people closest to us. This can cause deep pain and severe wounds in  our lives. So, what do we do when we've been wronged? We'll attempt to  answer that question this week. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:48:59</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Up & Down | Growing Pains - Wk3 (Judges) //2.20.22]]>
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<p>Today we'll see how we're re-living history and we'll see how badly the world and our culture need YOU!</p>
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Today we'll see how we're re-living history and we'll see how badly the world and our culture need YOU!
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Today we'll see how we're re-living history and we'll see how badly the world and our culture need YOU!</p>
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Today we'll see how we're re-living history and we'll see how badly the world and our culture need YOU!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:50</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[The Power of a Decision | Growing Pains - Wk2 (Ruth) // 2.13.22]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2022 21:12:28 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Did you know your decisions are powerful? Today we'll look at an Old  Testament story about love, loyalty, &amp; kindness and see how simple  decisions can have powerful results in our lives!</p>
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Did you know your decisions are powerful? Today we'll look at an Old  Testament story about love, loyalty, & kindness and see how simple  decisions can have powerful results in our lives!
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                    <![CDATA[The Power of a Decision | Growing Pains - Wk2 (Ruth) // 2.13.22]]>
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<p>Did you know your decisions are powerful? Today we'll look at an Old  Testament story about love, loyalty, &amp; kindness and see how simple  decisions can have powerful results in our lives!</p>
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Did you know your decisions are powerful? Today we'll look at an Old  Testament story about love, loyalty, & kindness and see how simple  decisions can have powerful results in our lives!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:09</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What It Takes | Growing Pains:Wk1 (Joshua) // 2.6.22]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Do you want success in all you do? Your life, your decisions, your relationships, your faith? If so, today we'll discover if we have what it takes.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[
Do you want success in all you do? Your life, your decisions, your relationships, your faith? If so, today we'll discover if we have what it takes.
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[What It Takes | Growing Pains:Wk1 (Joshua) // 2.6.22]]>
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<p>Do you want success in all you do? Your life, your decisions, your relationships, your faith? If so, today we'll discover if we have what it takes.</p>
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Do you want success in all you do? Your life, your decisions, your relationships, your faith? If so, today we'll discover if we have what it takes.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:33</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Blueprint for Life | Origins - Wk4 (Lev/Numb/Deut) // 1.30.22]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p> What comes to mind when you think about the Old Testament Law? Boring?  Long? A bunch of rules? Outdated? God trying to cramp my style?  Today we'll look at the Old Testament Law and see if there's more to it  than that. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
 What comes to mind when you think about the Old Testament Law? Boring?  Long? A bunch of rules? Outdated? God trying to cramp my style?  Today we'll look at the Old Testament Law and see if there's more to it  than that. 
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Blueprint for Life | Origins - Wk4 (Lev/Numb/Deut) // 1.30.22]]>
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<p> What comes to mind when you think about the Old Testament Law? Boring?  Long? A bunch of rules? Outdated? God trying to cramp my style?  Today we'll look at the Old Testament Law and see if there's more to it  than that. </p>
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                    <![CDATA[
 What comes to mind when you think about the Old Testament Law? Boring?  Long? A bunch of rules? Outdated? God trying to cramp my style?  Today we'll look at the Old Testament Law and see if there's more to it  than that. 
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:21</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Provision & Response | Origins - Wk3 (Exodus) // 1.23.22]]>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/provision-response-origins-wk3-exodus-12322</guid>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll explore some of the best-known stories from the entire Bible to see how time after time God provides for His people. But we'll also see how the response to that is a pretty big deal.</p>
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This week we'll explore some of the best-known stories from the entire Bible to see how time after time God provides for His people. But we'll also see how the response to that is a pretty big deal.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Provision & Response | Origins - Wk3 (Exodus) // 1.23.22]]>
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<p>This week we'll explore some of the best-known stories from the entire Bible to see how time after time God provides for His people. But we'll also see how the response to that is a pretty big deal.</p>
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This week we'll explore some of the best-known stories from the entire Bible to see how time after time God provides for His people. But we'll also see how the response to that is a pretty big deal.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:40</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Suffering 101 | Origins - Wk2 (Job) // 1.16.22]]>
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<p>We come to a possibly unexpected stop in our journey through the Bible. But it's at this stop where we learn some very valuable life lessons. </p>
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We come to a possibly unexpected stop in our journey through the Bible. But it's at this stop where we learn some very valuable life lessons. 
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Suffering 101 | Origins - Wk2 (Job) // 1.16.22]]>
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<p>We come to a possibly unexpected stop in our journey through the Bible. But it's at this stop where we learn some very valuable life lessons. </p>
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We come to a possibly unexpected stop in our journey through the Bible. But it's at this stop where we learn some very valuable life lessons. 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:38</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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What if the perfect government existed? What if the perfect leader existed? We'll see how both of those are possible - and currently do exist in this week's message.
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What if the perfect government existed? What if the perfect leader existed? We'll see how both of those are possible - and currently do exist in this week's message.
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<p>Several things about the first Christmas don't seem to make sense. But this week we'll try to find all the pieces to this puzzle and see how they fit together.</p>
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Several things about the first Christmas don't seem to make sense. But this week we'll try to find all the pieces to this puzzle and see how they fit together.
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<p>Several things about the first Christmas don't seem to make sense. But this week we'll try to find all the pieces to this puzzle and see how they fit together.</p>
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Several things about the first Christmas don't seem to make sense. But this week we'll try to find all the pieces to this puzzle and see how they fit together.
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<p>What makes Jesus a wonderful counselor? We'll examine that in this week's message.</p>
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What makes Jesus a wonderful counselor? We'll examine that in this week's message.
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<p>What makes Jesus a wonderful counselor? We'll examine that in this week's message.</p>
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What makes Jesus a wonderful counselor? We'll examine that in this week's message.
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<p>This week we get our first clues about the greatest gift ever given.</p>
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This week we get our first clues about the greatest gift ever given.
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<p>This week we get our first clues about the greatest gift ever given.</p>
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This week we get our first clues about the greatest gift ever given.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:27</itunes:duration>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we talk to two women about their journeys with cancer. How has it affected their faith? How has it affected their view of healing? How would they encourage others going through difficult things? We'll have that conversation today.</p>
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This week we talk to two women about their journeys with cancer. How has it affected their faith? How has it affected their view of healing? How would they encourage others going through difficult things? We'll have that conversation today.
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<p>This week we talk to two women about their journeys with cancer. How has it affected their faith? How has it affected their view of healing? How would they encourage others going through difficult things? We'll have that conversation today.</p>
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This week we talk to two women about their journeys with cancer. How has it affected their faith? How has it affected their view of healing? How would they encourage others going through difficult things? We'll have that conversation today.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:00</itunes:duration>
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<p>In week 1 of this special series we talk to people from our church who are in the midst of physical health battles. In our conversation we'll see how the physical is affecting the spiritual and be encouraged by their story.</p>
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In week 1 of this special series we talk to people from our church who are in the midst of physical health battles. In our conversation we'll see how the physical is affecting the spiritual and be encouraged by their story.
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<p>In week 1 of this special series we talk to people from our church who are in the midst of physical health battles. In our conversation we'll see how the physical is affecting the spiritual and be encouraged by their story.</p>
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In week 1 of this special series we talk to people from our church who are in the midst of physical health battles. In our conversation we'll see how the physical is affecting the spiritual and be encouraged by their story.
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<p>We all probably know we should live lives of gratitude, but what are the benefits of living a life of gratitude? We'll look at that in this week's message.</p>
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We all probably know we should live lives of gratitude, but what are the benefits of living a life of gratitude? We'll look at that in this week's message.
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<p>We all probably know we should live lives of gratitude, but what are the benefits of living a life of gratitude? We'll look at that in this week's message.</p>
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We all probably know we should live lives of gratitude, but what are the benefits of living a life of gratitude? We'll look at that in this week's message.
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                    <![CDATA[Integrity | Lost Art - Wk5 // 10.17.21]]>
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<p>What is integrity? Why is it important? What is it worth? What does all that mean? We'll discuss that today.</p>
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What is integrity? Why is it important? What is it worth? What does all that mean? We'll discuss that today.
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<p>What is integrity? Why is it important? What is it worth? What does all that mean? We'll discuss that today.</p>
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What is integrity? Why is it important? What is it worth? What does all that mean? We'll discuss that today.
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                    <![CDATA[Spiritual Perseverance | Lost Art - Wk4 // 10.10.21]]>
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<p>What is spiritual perseverance, and why is it so important? That's our discussion this week.</p>
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What is spiritual perseverance, and why is it so important? That's our discussion this week.
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<p>What is spiritual perseverance, and why is it so important? That's our discussion this week.</p>
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What is spiritual perseverance, and why is it so important? That's our discussion this week.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:22</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Don't Quit! | Lost Art - Wk3 // 10.3.21]]>
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<p>This week we take a look at the timeless virtue of perseverance. We know it's a good thing, but why is it so difficult? And, what's the payoff if we don't quit?</p>
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This week we take a look at the timeless virtue of perseverance. We know it's a good thing, but why is it so difficult? And, what's the payoff if we don't quit?
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<p>This week we take a look at the timeless virtue of perseverance. We know it's a good thing, but why is it so difficult? And, what's the payoff if we don't quit?</p>
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This week we take a look at the timeless virtue of perseverance. We know it's a good thing, but why is it so difficult? And, what's the payoff if we don't quit?
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:28</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Honor (Pt2) | Lost Art - Wk2 // 9.26.21]]>
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<p>We continue our discussion on the lost art of honor by looking at two more relational areas in which honor is so important.</p>
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<p>Cancel Culture is prevalent in today's world. But what if we chose a better way: Honor Culture?</p>
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Cancel Culture is prevalent in today's world. But what if we chose a better way: Honor Culture?
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Cancel Culture is prevalent in today's world. But what if we chose a better way: Honor Culture?
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                    <![CDATA[Laws & Vows | You Asked For It - Wk5 // 9.12.21]]>
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<p>We want laws &amp; vows to be simple and clear. But real life doesn't always work that way. Today we'll tackle questions about these sometimes complicated, nuanced topics.</p>
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We want laws & vows to be simple and clear. But real life doesn't always work that way. Today we'll tackle questions about these sometimes complicated, nuanced topics.
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<p>We want laws &amp; vows to be simple and clear. But real life doesn't always work that way. Today we'll tackle questions about these sometimes complicated, nuanced topics.</p>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:04</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[It's Complicated | You Asked For It - Wk4 // 9.5.21]]>
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<p>This week we look at the complicated relationships involving a well-known Old Testament figure.</p>
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This week we look at the complicated relationships involving a well-known Old Testament figure.
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<p>This week we look at the complicated relationships involving a well-known Old Testament figure.</p>
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This week we look at the complicated relationships involving a well-known Old Testament figure.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:55</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Prophets Then & Now | You Asked For It - Wk3 // 8.29.21]]>
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<p>This week we examine the probability of one biblical prophet and the reliability of modern prophets.</p>
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This week we examine the probability of one biblical prophet and the reliability of modern prophets.
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<p>This week we examine the probability of one biblical prophet and the reliability of modern prophets.</p>
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This week we examine the probability of one biblical prophet and the reliability of modern prophets.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:44:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Tongues & The End Times | You Asked For It - Wk2 // 8.22.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2021 21:08:41 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/tongues-the-end-times-you-asked-for-it-wk2-82221</link>
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<p>This week we tackle two topics that get asked about a lot!</p>
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This week we tackle two topics that get asked about a lot!
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<p>This week we tackle two topics that get asked about a lot!</p>
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This week we tackle two topics that get asked about a lot!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:42</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["People Say..." | You Asked For It - Wk1 // 8.15.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Aug 2021 19:59:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In our opening week of "You Asked For It" we tackle three questions about popular phrases. Are they true? Are they biblical? Let's find out!</p>
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In our opening week of "You Asked For It" we tackle three questions about popular phrases. Are they true? Are they biblical? Let's find out!
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<p>In our opening week of "You Asked For It" we tackle three questions about popular phrases. Are they true? Are they biblical? Let's find out!</p>
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In our opening week of "You Asked For It" we tackle three questions about popular phrases. Are they true? Are they biblical? Let's find out!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:02</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Hurdles | The Games - Week 3 // 8.8.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2021 17:17:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>No matter who you are, you will face two main hurdles in your life of faith. In today's message we will see what they are, why they're challenging, and how to jump those hurdles.</p>
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No matter who you are, you will face two main hurdles in your life of faith. In today's message we will see what they are, why they're challenging, and how to jump those hurdles.
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<p>No matter who you are, you will face two main hurdles in your life of faith. In today's message we will see what they are, why they're challenging, and how to jump those hurdles.</p>
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No matter who you are, you will face two main hurdles in your life of faith. In today's message we will see what they are, why they're challenging, and how to jump those hurdles.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:28</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Teammates | The Games - Wk2 // 8.1.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2021 18:17:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In our life of faith we need good teammates to make us stronger and make the team better.</p>
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In our life of faith we need good teammates to make us stronger and make the team better.
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<p>In our life of faith we need good teammates to make us stronger and make the team better.</p>
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In our life of faith we need good teammates to make us stronger and make the team better.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:22</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Training | The Games - Wk1 // 7.21.25]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2021 17:34:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Our spiritual life is like an athletic event - it requires TRAINING. But knowing HOW to train and WHY we train are crucial to the training being effective. Find out more in this week's message.</p>
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Our spiritual life is like an athletic event - it requires TRAINING. But knowing HOW to train and WHY we train are crucial to the training being effective. Find out more in this week's message.
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<p>Our spiritual life is like an athletic event - it requires TRAINING. But knowing HOW to train and WHY we train are crucial to the training being effective. Find out more in this week's message.</p>
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Our spiritual life is like an athletic event - it requires TRAINING. But knowing HOW to train and WHY we train are crucial to the training being effective. Find out more in this week's message.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:31</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Always With You | Promises Promises - Wk9 // 7.18.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2021 13:29:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In the final week of this series we'll look at some of the final words of Jesus that continue a theme seen all throughout the Bible</p>
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In the final week of this series we'll look at some of the final words of Jesus that continue a theme seen all throughout the Bible
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<p>In the final week of this series we'll look at some of the final words of Jesus that continue a theme seen all throughout the Bible</p>
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In the final week of this series we'll look at some of the final words of Jesus that continue a theme seen all throughout the Bible
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Abundant Life | Promises Promises - Wk8 // 7.11.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jul 2021 13:32:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we'll look at the kind of life Jesus promises us.</p>
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This week we'll look at the kind of life Jesus promises us.
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<p>This week we'll look at the kind of life Jesus promises us.</p>
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This week we'll look at the kind of life Jesus promises us.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:14</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Declaration of Dependence | Promises Promises - Wk7 // 7.4.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jul 2021 22:10:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/declaration-of-dependence-promises-promises-wk7-7421</link>
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<p>This week we look at God's blueprint for a nation when things go off the rails</p>
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This week we look at God's blueprint for a nation when things go off the rails
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                    <![CDATA[Good, Bad, Ugly | Promises Promises - Wk6 // 6.27.21]]>
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<p>This week we'll look at a familiar Old Testament story that explains a powerful New Testament promise</p>
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This week we'll look at a familiar Old Testament story that explains a powerful New Testament promise
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This week we'll look at a familiar Old Testament story that explains a powerful New Testament promise
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Parent Promise | Promises Promises - Wk5 // 6.20.21]]>
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<p>Parenting is difficult, but parenting is so important. How do we leave a lasting legacy? We'll find out in this week's message!</p>
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Parenting is difficult, but parenting is so important. How do we leave a lasting legacy? We'll find out in this week's message!
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<p>Parenting is difficult, but parenting is so important. How do we leave a lasting legacy? We'll find out in this week's message!</p>
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Parenting is difficult, but parenting is so important. How do we leave a lasting legacy? We'll find out in this week's message!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:48</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[I've Got A Plan | Promises Promises:Wk3 // 6.6.21]]>
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<p>What happens when our plans don't go according to plan? What happens when our plans fail? Luckily, there's a plan for that!</p>
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What happens when our plans don't go according to plan? What happens when our plans fail? Luckily, there's a plan for that!
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<p>What happens when our plans don't go according to plan? What happens when our plans fail? Luckily, there's a plan for that!</p>
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What happens when our plans don't go according to plan? What happens when our plans fail? Luckily, there's a plan for that!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:00</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Light of the World | Promises Promises:Wk2 // 5.30.21]]>
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<p>How do we get over our past? How do we conquer sin? How do we overcome shame and guilt? How do we successfully move forward in life? We go to the light.</p>
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How do we get over our past? How do we conquer sin? How do we overcome shame and guilt? How do we successfully move forward in life? We go to the light.
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<p>How do we get over our past? How do we conquer sin? How do we overcome shame and guilt? How do we successfully move forward in life? We go to the light.</p>
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How do we get over our past? How do we conquer sin? How do we overcome shame and guilt? How do we successfully move forward in life? We go to the light.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:20</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[God of The Promise | Promises Promises:Wk1 // 5.23.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 18:56:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We all make promises. Sometimes we keep them, sometimes we don't. But as we begin this new series we'll see that God ALWAYS keeps His promises!</p>
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We all make promises. Sometimes we keep them, sometimes we don't. But as we begin this new series we'll see that God ALWAYS keeps His promises!
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<p>We all make promises. Sometimes we keep them, sometimes we don't. But as we begin this new series we'll see that God ALWAYS keeps His promises!</p>
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We all make promises. Sometimes we keep them, sometimes we don't. But as we begin this new series we'll see that God ALWAYS keeps His promises!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:21</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["What If They've Never Heard?" - Catch You On The Flipside (Wk6) // 5.16.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 16 May 2021 18:18:32 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/what-if-theyve-never-heard-catch-you-on-the-flipside-wk6-51621</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we tackle one of the most difficult questions asked about death and the afterlife: "What happens to people who never have an opportunity to hear the gospel or about Jesus?"</p>
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This week we tackle one of the most difficult questions asked about death and the afterlife: "What happens to people who never have an opportunity to hear the gospel or about Jesus?"
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                    <![CDATA["What If They've Never Heard?" - Catch You On The Flipside (Wk6) // 5.16.21]]>
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<p>This week we tackle one of the most difficult questions asked about death and the afterlife: "What happens to people who never have an opportunity to hear the gospel or about Jesus?"</p>
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This week we tackle one of the most difficult questions asked about death and the afterlife: "What happens to people who never have an opportunity to hear the gospel or about Jesus?"
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:35</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Treasure In Heaven & Guess Who's In Heaven - Catch You on the Flipside (Wk5) // 5.2.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 19:28:01 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/treasure-in-heaven-guess-whos-in-heaven-catch-you-on-the-flipside-wk5-5221</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What does it mean to store up "treasures in heaven"? <br />If I'm in Heaven, will I be aware of people I know who AREN'T there, and if so, will I miss them? We'll tackle these questions in this week's message. <br />For more information about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com</p>
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What does it mean to store up "treasures in heaven"? If I'm in Heaven, will I be aware of people I know who AREN'T there, and if so, will I miss them? We'll tackle these questions in this week's message. For more information about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Treasure In Heaven & Guess Who's In Heaven - Catch You on the Flipside (Wk5) // 5.2.21]]>
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<p>What does it mean to store up "treasures in heaven"? <br />If I'm in Heaven, will I be aware of people I know who AREN'T there, and if so, will I miss them? We'll tackle these questions in this week's message. <br />For more information about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com</p>
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What does it mean to store up "treasures in heaven"? If I'm in Heaven, will I be aware of people I know who AREN'T there, and if so, will I miss them? We'll tackle these questions in this week's message. For more information about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:19</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[The Soul, Cremation, & Tongues in Heaven? - Catch You On The Flipside   (Wk4:Q&A) // 4.25.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2021 15:32:17 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/the-soul-cremation-tongues-in-heaven-catch-you-on-the-flipside-wk4qa-42521</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In this week's message we tackle three interesting questions about death &amp; the afterlife. <br />For more info about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com</p>
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In this week's message we tackle three interesting questions about death & the afterlife. For more info about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[The Soul, Cremation, & Tongues in Heaven? - Catch You On The Flipside   (Wk4:Q&A) // 4.25.21]]>
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<p>In this week's message we tackle three interesting questions about death &amp; the afterlife. <br />For more info about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com</p>
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In this week's message we tackle three interesting questions about death & the afterlife. For more info about First Century Church, visit our website: www.firstcenturykc.com
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:03</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[3 Myths About Heaven -  Catch You on the Flipside (Wk3) // 4.18.21]]>
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                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/3-myths-about-heaven-catch-you-on-the-flipside-wk3-41821</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>How great is Heaven going to be and how does it affect our lives right now? We'll discuss that in this week's message.</p>
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How great is Heaven going to be and how does it affect our lives right now? We'll discuss that in this week's message.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[3 Myths About Heaven -  Catch You on the Flipside (Wk3) // 4.18.21]]>
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<p>How great is Heaven going to be and how does it affect our lives right now? We'll discuss that in this week's message.</p>
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How great is Heaven going to be and how does it affect our lives right now? We'll discuss that in this week's message.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:32</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Catch You on the Flipside - Wk2:Hell // 4.11.21]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2021 20:43:13 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/catch-you-on-the-flipside-wk2hell-41121</guid>
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                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Talking about Hell can be uncomfortable, scary, and confusing. But we need to have this conversation because what you believe about Hell will affect how you live your life.</p>
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Talking about Hell can be uncomfortable, scary, and confusing. But we need to have this conversation because what you believe about Hell will affect how you live your life.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
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<p>Talking about Hell can be uncomfortable, scary, and confusing. But we need to have this conversation because what you believe about Hell will affect how you live your life.</p>
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Talking about Hell can be uncomfortable, scary, and confusing. But we need to have this conversation because what you believe about Hell will affect how you live your life.
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                </itunes:summary>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:23</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Easter 2021 // 4.4.21]]>
                </title>
                <pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 08:07:09 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/easter-2021-4421</guid>
                                    <link>https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/episodes/easter-2021-4421</link>
                                <description>
                                            <![CDATA[
<p>What does death have to do with Easter? Find out in this week's message.</p>
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What does death have to do with Easter? Find out in this week's message.
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                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Easter 2021 // 4.4.21]]>
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<p>What does death have to do with Easter? Find out in this week's message.</p>
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What does death have to do with Easter? Find out in this week's message.
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<p>he Beginning God shows us the most important factors for a healthy, influential, godly marriage. Join us this week as we dive in to discover what those are.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[For The Love of God - Wk4:Strength // 3.7.21]]>
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<p>Jesus says we should love God and love others. But really, loving others IS loving God. Find out more in this week's message.</p>
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Jesus says we should love God and love others. But really, loving others IS loving God. Find out more in this week's message.
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Jesus says we should love God and love others. But really, loving others IS loving God. Find out more in this week's message.
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<p>Jesus said we should love God with all our mind. In this week's message we'll discover what that means and how we do it.</p>
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Jesus said we should love God with all our mind. In this week's message we'll discover what that means and how we do it.
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Jesus said we should love God with all our mind. In this week's message we'll discover what that means and how we do it.
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                    <![CDATA[21 For 21 - Wk3:The Point // 1.24.21]]>
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<p>We've been focusing on prayer and fasting the past few weeks, but what's the point of this focus? Join us for the final week of this series to find out!</p>
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We've been focusing on prayer and fasting the past few weeks, but what's the point of this focus? Join us for the final week of this series to find out!
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<p>We've been focusing on prayer and fasting the past few weeks, but what's the point of this focus? Join us for the final week of this series to find out!</p>
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We've been focusing on prayer and fasting the past few weeks, but what's the point of this focus? Join us for the final week of this series to find out!
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                    <![CDATA[21 For 21 - Wk2:Prayer // 1.17.21]]>
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<p>Pretty much everyone knows what prayer is. But, do you know how powerful prayer is? Have you unlocked its benefits in your life? Join us this week as learn two key truths about prayer.</p>
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Pretty much everyone knows what prayer is. But, do you know how powerful prayer is? Have you unlocked its benefits in your life? Join us this week as learn two key truths about prayer.
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<p>Pretty much everyone knows what prayer is. But, do you know how powerful prayer is? Have you unlocked its benefits in your life? Join us this week as learn two key truths about prayer.</p>
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Pretty much everyone knows what prayer is. But, do you know how powerful prayer is? Have you unlocked its benefits in your life? Join us this week as learn two key truths about prayer.
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                    <![CDATA[21 For 21 - Wk1:Fasting // 1.10.21]]>
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<p>We're kicking off 21 days of prayer &amp; fasting! Check out the opening week of our new series as we take a look at the spiritual discipline of fasting.</p>
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We're kicking off 21 days of prayer & fasting! Check out the opening week of our new series as we take a look at the spiritual discipline of fasting.
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We're kicking off 21 days of prayer & fasting! Check out the opening week of our new series as we take a look at the spiritual discipline of fasting.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:57</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
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                    <![CDATA[Fast Forward 2021]]>
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<p>What does the New Year hold? Last year proved that no one knows. But, let's start 2021 with a few things we can do that will prepare us for ANYTHING this year has in store!</p>
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What does the New Year hold? Last year proved that no one knows. But, let's start 2021 with a few things we can do that will prepare us for ANYTHING this year has in store!
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What does the New Year hold? Last year proved that no one knows. But, let's start 2021 with a few things we can do that will prepare us for ANYTHING this year has in store!
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<p>2020 definitely wasn't the year you planned for and it probably wasn't the year you hoped for. But, in the final message of the year we'll see some key lessons we learned even during this crazy, unpredictable, up-and-down year.</p>
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2020 definitely wasn't the year you planned for and it probably wasn't the year you hoped for. But, in the final message of the year we'll see some key lessons we learned even during this crazy, unpredictable, up-and-down year.
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2020 definitely wasn't the year you planned for and it probably wasn't the year you hoped for. But, in the final message of the year we'll see some key lessons we learned even during this crazy, unpredictable, up-and-down year.
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<p>We get a little Christmas-y in our final week of "Greater"</p>
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We get a little Christmas-y in our final week of "Greater"
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<p>We get a little Christmas-y in our final week of "Greater"</p>
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We get a little Christmas-y in our final week of "Greater"
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                    <![CDATA[Greater - Wk6:David // 12.13.20]]>
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<p>This week we look at one of the greatest figures in the Bible…and THE greatest!</p>
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This week we look at one of the greatest figures in the Bible…and THE greatest!
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<p>This week we look at one of the greatest figures in the Bible…and THE greatest!</p>
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This week we look at one of the greatest figures in the Bible…and THE greatest!
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<p>Sparks fly in a great love story in week 5 of "Greater"</p>
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Sparks fly in a great love story in week 5 of "Greater"
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                    <![CDATA[Greater - Wk4:Samson // 11.29.20]]>
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<p>Get ready for a (spiritual) workout as we look at the least-likely person in our series, "Greater"!</p>
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Get ready for a (spiritual) workout as we look at the least-likely person in our series, "Greater"!
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Get ready for a (spiritual) workout as we look at the least-likely person in our series, "Greater"!
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                    <![CDATA[Greater - Wk3:Joshua // 11.22.20]]>
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<p>A hard act to follow. A warrior. Faithful. Leader. These words describe a great man named Joshua and maybe someone else, too, who is even greater.</p>
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A hard act to follow. A warrior. Faithful. Leader. These words describe a great man named Joshua and maybe someone else, too, who is even greater.
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<p>A hard act to follow. A warrior. Faithful. Leader. These words describe a great man named Joshua and maybe someone else, too, who is even greater.</p>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:29</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Greater - Wk2:Moses // 11.15.20]]>
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<p>Moses is one of the most revered figures not only in the Bible, but in all of history. So how is Jesus greater? We'll discover that this week.</p>
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Moses is one of the most revered figures not only in the Bible, but in all of history. So how is Jesus greater? We'll discover that this week.
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<p>Moses is one of the most revered figures not only in the Bible, but in all of history. So how is Jesus greater? We'll discover that this week.</p>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:25</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Greater - Wk1:Adam // 11.8.20]]>
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<p>Adam started it all - and ruined it all. But Jesus came to fix everything.</p>
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Adam started it all - and ruined it all. But Jesus came to fix everything.
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<p>Adam started it all - and ruined it all. But Jesus came to fix everything.</p>
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Adam started it all - and ruined it all. But Jesus came to fix everything.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:49</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Church and State - Wk4:Separate? // 11.1.20]]>
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<p>We've all heard the term "separation of Church and State". But what are some unintended consequences of that separation, and what is the solution to those consequences?</p>
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We've all heard the term "separation of Church and State". But what are some unintended consequences of that separation, and what is the solution to those consequences?
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<p>We've all heard the term "separation of Church and State". But what are some unintended consequences of that separation, and what is the solution to those consequences?</p>
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We've all heard the term "separation of Church and State". But what are some unintended consequences of that separation, and what is the solution to those consequences?
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                    <![CDATA[Church and State - Wk3:Public Speaking // 10.25.20]]>
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<p>In the midst of our super-charged, highly political, deeply divided culture HOW SHOULD Christians communicate about and share our views &amp; opinions? We'll examine that this week.</p>
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In the midst of our super-charged, highly political, deeply divided culture HOW SHOULD Christians communicate about and share our views & opinions? We'll examine that this week.
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<p>In the midst of our super-charged, highly political, deeply divided culture HOW SHOULD Christians communicate about and share our views &amp; opinions? We'll examine that this week.</p>
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In the midst of our super-charged, highly political, deeply divided culture HOW SHOULD Christians communicate about and share our views & opinions? We'll examine that this week.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:07</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Church and State - Wk2:It's Personal // 10.18.20]]>
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<p>Politics are personal. But sometimes politics can become too personal. What do we do to avoid falling into this trap? We explore that in week 2 of this series.</p>
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Politics are personal. But sometimes politics can become too personal. What do we do to avoid falling into this trap? We explore that in week 2 of this series.
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<p>Politics are personal. But sometimes politics can become too personal. What do we do to avoid falling into this trap? We explore that in week 2 of this series.</p>
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Politics are personal. But sometimes politics can become too personal. What do we do to avoid falling into this trap? We explore that in week 2 of this series.
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                    <![CDATA[Church and State - Wk1:Allegiance // 10.11.20]]>
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<p>Should the Church engage politically and with social issues? Should Christians engage politically and with social issues? To figure this out, let's look at how Jesus did it.</p>
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Should the Church engage politically and with social issues? Should Christians engage politically and with social issues? To figure this out, let's look at how Jesus did it.
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Should the Church engage politically and with social issues? Should Christians engage politically and with social issues? To figure this out, let's look at how Jesus did it.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Metaphors - Wk4:Roof // 10.4.20]]>
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<p>It's time to get passionate. It's time to get desperate. It's time to get determined. Find out what that means and how to do that in this  week's message. </p>
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It's time to get passionate. It's time to get desperate. It's time to get determined. Find out what that means and how to do that in this  week's message. 
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<p>It's time to get passionate. It's time to get desperate. It's time to get determined. Find out what that means and how to do that in this  week's message. </p>
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It's time to get passionate. It's time to get desperate. It's time to get determined. Find out what that means and how to do that in this  week's message. 
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                    <![CDATA[Metaphors - Wk3:Branch // 9.27.20]]>
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<p>This week we'll examine four key words from a famous conversation  between Jesus and his disciples that will help us learn the process and  product of following Jesus. </p>
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This week we'll examine four key words from a famous conversation  between Jesus and his disciples that will help us learn the process and  product of following Jesus. 
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<p>This week we'll examine four key words from a famous conversation  between Jesus and his disciples that will help us learn the process and  product of following Jesus. </p>
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This week we'll examine four key words from a famous conversation  between Jesus and his disciples that will help us learn the process and  product of following Jesus. 
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                    <![CDATA[Metaphors - Wk2:Plow // 9.20.20]]>
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<p>This week's message is like a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' story. There are challenges and there are choices and they will determine where we end up. </p>
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This week's message is like a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' story. There are challenges and there are choices and they will determine where we end up. 
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<p>This week's message is like a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' story. There are challenges and there are choices and they will determine where we end up. </p>
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This week's message is like a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' story. There are challenges and there are choices and they will determine where we end up. 
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                    <![CDATA[Metaphors - Wk1:Wind // 9.13.20]]>
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In the opening week of this new series we'll see how the Holy Spirit is like the wind.
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                    <![CDATA[Getting Out of Your Own Way - Wk4:Voices & Choices // 9.6.20]]>
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<p>Who we surround ourself with matters. Who we listen to matters. Find out more in the final week of this series.</p>
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Who we surround ourself with matters. Who we listen to matters. Find out more in the final week of this series.
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<p>Who we surround ourself with matters. Who we listen to matters. Find out more in the final week of this series.</p>
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Who we surround ourself with matters. Who we listen to matters. Find out more in the final week of this series.
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                    <![CDATA[Getting Out of Your Own Way - Wk3:Excuses 2 // 8.30.20]]>
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<p>Why is it when we make mistakes we try to hide it, deny it, or blame others for it? That doesn't help the problem - it makes it worse! Today we're going to see how we can not only get out of our own way, but STAY out of our own way.</p>
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Why is it when we make mistakes we try to hide it, deny it, or blame others for it? That doesn't help the problem - it makes it worse! Today we're going to see how we can not only get out of our own way, but STAY out of our own way.
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<p>Why is it when we make mistakes we try to hide it, deny it, or blame others for it? That doesn't help the problem - it makes it worse! Today we're going to see how we can not only get out of our own way, but STAY out of our own way.</p>
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Why is it when we make mistakes we try to hide it, deny it, or blame others for it? That doesn't help the problem - it makes it worse! Today we're going to see how we can not only get out of our own way, but STAY out of our own way.
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                    <![CDATA[Getting Out of Your Own Way - Wk2:Excuses 1 // 8.23.20]]>
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<p>This week we'll look at the excuses we make to try and justify a bad decision before we make it and how to avoid believing those excuses.</p>
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This week we'll look at the excuses we make to try and justify a bad decision before we make it and how to avoid believing those excuses.
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<p>This week we'll look at the excuses we make to try and justify a bad decision before we make it and how to avoid believing those excuses.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[Getting Out of Your Own Way - Wk1:Tension // 8.16.20]]>
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<p>Deep down we usually know the right thing to do or the right decision to make. But why so often do we get in our own way and choose the wrong thing or make the wrong decision? This week we'll learn how to pay attention.</p>
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Deep down we usually know the right thing to do or the right decision to make. But why so often do we get in our own way and choose the wrong thing or make the wrong decision? This week we'll learn how to pay attention.
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<p>Deep down we usually know the right thing to do or the right decision to make. But why so often do we get in our own way and choose the wrong thing or make the wrong decision? This week we'll learn how to pay attention.</p>
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Deep down we usually know the right thing to do or the right decision to make. But why so often do we get in our own way and choose the wrong thing or make the wrong decision? This week we'll learn how to pay attention.
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["Proof" - Wk2:God-splaining // 8.9.20]]>
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<p>What if you were told the Bible explains scientific facts hundreds of years before they were ever discovered? We'll explore that claim this week.</p>
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What if you were told the Bible explains scientific facts hundreds of years before they were ever discovered? We'll explore that claim this week.
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<p>What if you were told the Bible explains scientific facts hundreds of years before they were ever discovered? We'll explore that claim this week.</p>
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What if you were told the Bible explains scientific facts hundreds of years before they were ever discovered? We'll explore that claim this week.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:24:56</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["Proof" - Wk1:God Exists // 8.2.20]]>
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<p>Can faith and belief in God be explained &amp; defended through logic and reason? Can we use science to show evidence of God's existence? Yes and Yes. We'll see how and why in this week's message.</p>
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Can faith and belief in God be explained & defended through logic and reason? Can we use science to show evidence of God's existence? Yes and Yes. We'll see how and why in this week's message.
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<p>Can faith and belief in God be explained &amp; defended through logic and reason? Can we use science to show evidence of God's existence? Yes and Yes. We'll see how and why in this week's message.</p>
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Can faith and belief in God be explained & defended through logic and reason? Can we use science to show evidence of God's existence? Yes and Yes. We'll see how and why in this week's message.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:35</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You Asked For It - Wk3 // 7.19.20]]>
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<p>We finish our Q&amp;A series by looking at 2 questions about prayer &amp; the Bible</p>
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We finish our Q&A series by looking at 2 questions about prayer & the Bible
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<p>We finish our Q&amp;A series by looking at 2 questions about prayer &amp; the Bible</p>
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We finish our Q&A series by looking at 2 questions about prayer & the Bible
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:10</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You Asked For It - Wk2 // 7.12.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2020 13:53:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we look at two interesting questions about salvation.</p>
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This week we look at two interesting questions about salvation.
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                                <itunes:title>
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<p>This week we look at two interesting questions about salvation.</p>
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This week we look at two interesting questions about salvation.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:23:16</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You Asked For It - Wk1 // 7.5.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2020 17:04:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Is God A god or The God? If He is The God, what makes Him so different? Big questions and big answers in the opening week of this series.</p>
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Is God A god or The God? If He is The God, what makes Him so different? Big questions and big answers in the opening week of this series.
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<p>Is God A god or The God? If He is The God, what makes Him so different? Big questions and big answers in the opening week of this series.</p>
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Is God A god or The God? If He is The God, what makes Him so different? Big questions and big answers in the opening week of this series.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:28:46</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Bedtime Stories - Wk3:Fight // 6.28.20]]>
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<p>This week we'll look at the strategy that makes giants fall</p>
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This week we'll look at the strategy that makes giants fall
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Bedtime Stories - Wk3:Fight // 6.28.20]]>
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<p>This week we'll look at the strategy that makes giants fall</p>
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This week we'll look at the strategy that makes giants fall
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:24</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Bedtime Stories - Wk2:Father // 6.21.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2020 21:59:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>On Father's Day weekend we take a look at one of the most famous stories ever told.</p>
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On Father's Day weekend we take a look at one of the most famous stories ever told.
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<p>On Father's Day weekend we take a look at one of the most famous stories ever told.</p>
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On Father's Day weekend we take a look at one of the most famous stories ever told.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:30</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Bedtime Stories - Wk1:Fall // 6.14.20]]>
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In week 1 of our brand new series we'll look at one of the oldest stories in the entire Bible and see how things haven't changed that much and what that means for our lives today.
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                    <![CDATA[Next - Wk2:The Times They Are A-Changing]]>
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<p>The only constant in life is change. Some changes are good &amp; some are bad. Some changes come quickly &amp; some come slowly. How do we respond to and thrive during changes in life? We'll look at that in this week's message.</p>
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The only constant in life is change. Some changes are good & some are bad. Some changes come quickly & some come slowly. How do we respond to and thrive during changes in life? We'll look at that in this week's message.
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                    <![CDATA[Next - Wk2:The Times They Are A-Changing]]>
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<p>The only constant in life is change. Some changes are good &amp; some are bad. Some changes come quickly &amp; some come slowly. How do we respond to and thrive during changes in life? We'll look at that in this week's message.</p>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:23</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Next - Wk1:Directional Suffering // 5.31.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2020 12:57:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Life is not just about what happens to you but is about how you respond to it. Find out more in week 1 of this new 2-part series.</p>
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Life is not just about what happens to you but is about how you respond to it. Find out more in week 1 of this new 2-part series.
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<p>Life is not just about what happens to you but is about how you respond to it. Find out more in week 1 of this new 2-part series.</p>
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Life is not just about what happens to you but is about how you respond to it. Find out more in week 1 of this new 2-part series.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:29:41</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk6:The Odd Couple // 5.24.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 08:20:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>We conclude our series on the 12 disciples by looking at 2 men who had some similarities but couldn't have been more different </p>
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We conclude our series on the 12 disciples by looking at 2 men who had some similarities but couldn't have been more different 
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<p>We conclude our series on the 12 disciples by looking at 2 men who had some similarities but couldn't have been more different </p>
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We conclude our series on the 12 disciples by looking at 2 men who had some similarities but couldn't have been more different 
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:19</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk5:Thomas // 5.17.20]]>
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<p>We all, like Thomas, have questions. Questions about life. Questions about faith. How should we view those questions, and what do we do with those questions? We'll answer those questions this week.</p>
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We all, like Thomas, have questions. Questions about life. Questions about faith. How should we view those questions, and what do we do with those questions? We'll answer those questions this week.
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<p>We all, like Thomas, have questions. Questions about life. Questions about faith. How should we view those questions, and what do we do with those questions? We'll answer those questions this week.</p>
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We all, like Thomas, have questions. Questions about life. Questions about faith. How should we view those questions, and what do we do with those questions? We'll answer those questions this week.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:53</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk4:James and John // 5.10.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2020 11:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>On Mother's Day we look at how two brothers changed from spending time with Jesus and see how we can, too</p>
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On Mother's Day we look at how two brothers changed from spending time with Jesus and see how we can, too
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<p>On Mother's Day we look at how two brothers changed from spending time with Jesus and see how we can, too</p>
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On Mother's Day we look at how two brothers changed from spending time with Jesus and see how we can, too
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk3:Andrew // 5.3.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:24:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we take a look at and learn lessons from probably the most under-appreciated of the 12 original disciples of Jesus</p>
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This week we take a look at and learn lessons from probably the most under-appreciated of the 12 original disciples of Jesus
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<p>This week we take a look at and learn lessons from probably the most under-appreciated of the 12 original disciples of Jesus</p>
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This week we take a look at and learn lessons from probably the most under-appreciated of the 12 original disciples of Jesus
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:15</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk2:Peter // 4.26.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:39:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we'll see how Jesus used Peter's strengths AND weaknesses and see how he can do the same with us</p>
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This week we'll see how Jesus used Peter's strengths AND weaknesses and see how he can do the same with us
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<p>This week we'll see how Jesus used Peter's strengths AND weaknesses and see how he can do the same with us</p>
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This week we'll see how Jesus used Peter's strengths AND weaknesses and see how he can do the same with us
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:38</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Twelve - Wk1: Life Cycle of a Disciple // 4.19.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2020 08:38:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>We're excited to begin a new series to help us learn more about what it means to follow Jesus</p>
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We're excited to begin a new series to help us learn more about what it means to follow Jesus
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                </itunes:subtitle>
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<p>We're excited to begin a new series to help us learn more about what it means to follow Jesus</p>
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We're excited to begin a new series to help us learn more about what it means to follow Jesus
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:36:32</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Easter @ First Century Church]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:42:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>We hope you are encouraged by this year's Easter message!</p>
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We hope you are encouraged by this year's Easter message!
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                    <![CDATA[Easter @ First Century Church]]>
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<p>We hope you are encouraged by this year's Easter message!</p>
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We hope you are encouraged by this year's Easter message!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:34</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["I Am" - Wk4:Vine // 4.5.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2020 11:15:27 +0000</pubDate>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:41</itunes:duration>
                                                    <itunes:author>
                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["I Am" - Wk3:Bread // 3.29.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:07:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we learn 3 mistakes we need to avoid in order to learn who Jesus really is.</p>
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This week we learn 3 mistakes we need to avoid in order to learn who Jesus really is.
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<p>This week we learn 3 mistakes we need to avoid in order to learn who Jesus really is.</p>
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This week we learn 3 mistakes we need to avoid in order to learn who Jesus really is.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:22</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA["I Am" - Wk2:Way,Truth,Life // 3.22.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2020 11:28:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In week 2 of this series, we see an amazing offer that Jesus to makes to us.</p>
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In week 2 of this series, we see an amazing offer that Jesus to makes to us.
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA["I Am" - Wk2:Way,Truth,Life // 3.22.20]]>
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<p>In week 2 of this series, we see an amazing offer that Jesus to makes to us.</p>
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In week 2 of this series, we see an amazing offer that Jesus to makes to us.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:30:39</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[4 Dangers & Changers of Fear // 3.15.20]]>
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<p>Fear is a normal, natural human emotion. But, if you let fear run your life, fear will ruin your life. This special message is in response to the situation regarding the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, but the principles will be helpful &amp; effective for any situation in your life.</p>
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Fear is a normal, natural human emotion. But, if you let fear run your life, fear will ruin your life. This special message is in response to the situation regarding the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, but the principles will be helpful & effective for any situation in your life.
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                    <![CDATA["I Am" - Wk1:Light // 3.8.20]]>
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<p>In this series we're trying to know Jesus better by exploring the way he describes himself.</p>
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In this series we're trying to know Jesus better by exploring the way he describes himself.
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<p>In this series we're trying to know Jesus better by exploring the way he describes himself.</p>
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In this series we're trying to know Jesus better by exploring the way he describes himself.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:58</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[5-Yr Anniversary // 3.1.20]]>
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<p>We’re 5-yrs-old! We celebrate by reflecting how we got ‘here’ &amp; projecting how we’ll get ‘there’.</p>
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We’re 5-yrs-old! We celebrate by reflecting how we got ‘here’ & projecting how we’ll get ‘there’.
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<p>We’re 5-yrs-old! We celebrate by reflecting how we got ‘here’ &amp; projecting how we’ll get ‘there’.</p>
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We’re 5-yrs-old! We celebrate by reflecting how we got ‘here’ & projecting how we’ll get ‘there’.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:15</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk7:Vomit & Zombies // 2.23.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:45:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>We end the series by seeing how we can avoid having "sickening" and "dead" faith.</p>
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We end the series by seeing how we can avoid having "sickening" and "dead" faith.
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<p>We end the series by seeing how we can avoid having "sickening" and "dead" faith.</p>
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We end the series by seeing how we can avoid having "sickening" and "dead" faith.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:38:21</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk6:Ephesus // 2.16.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2020 16:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>Have you lost that lovin' feeling? If so, why? And if so, how can we get it back? Find out in this week's message.</p>
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Have you lost that lovin' feeling? If so, why? And if so, how can we get it back? Find out in this week's message.
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<p>Have you lost that lovin' feeling? If so, why? And if so, how can we get it back? Find out in this week's message.</p>
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Have you lost that lovin' feeling? If so, why? And if so, how can we get it back? Find out in this week's message.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:37:51</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk5:Philadelphia // 2.9.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:22:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>This week we focus on one of our Core Values, how it ties into future events, and how it creates a sense of urgency for the gospel.</p>
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This week we focus on one of our Core Values, how it ties into future events, and how it creates a sense of urgency for the gospel.
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<p>This week we focus on one of our Core Values, how it ties into future events, and how it creates a sense of urgency for the gospel.</p>
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This week we focus on one of our Core Values, how it ties into future events, and how it creates a sense of urgency for the gospel.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:51</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk4:Smyrna // 2.2.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2020 15:16:10 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we learn how to mount an epic comeback!</p>
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This week we learn how to mount an epic comeback!
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<p>This week we learn how to mount an epic comeback!</p>
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This week we learn how to mount an epic comeback!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:39</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk3:Thyatira // 1.26.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:38:56 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we see how having perfect vision in our lives has a huge impact IN us and THROUGH us.</p>
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This week we see how having perfect vision in our lives has a huge impact IN us and THROUGH us.
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<p>This week we see how having perfect vision in our lives has a huge impact IN us and THROUGH us.</p>
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This week we see how having perfect vision in our lives has a huge impact IN us and THROUGH us.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk2:Pergamum // 1.19.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2020 08:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week's message takes us on a difficult yet important tight-rope walk to help us have perfect vision in our lives.</p>
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This week's message takes us on a difficult yet important tight-rope walk to help us have perfect vision in our lives.
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<p>This week's message takes us on a difficult yet important tight-rope walk to help us have perfect vision in our lives.</p>
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This week's message takes us on a difficult yet important tight-rope walk to help us have perfect vision in our lives.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:43</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[20/20 - Wk1:John // 1.12.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2020 19:45:51 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>In week 1 of this new series we get introduced to a close, personal friend of Jesus and see how a friendship with Jesus can change everything for us.</p>
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In week 1 of this new series we get introduced to a close, personal friend of Jesus and see how a friendship with Jesus can change everything for us.
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<p>In week 1 of this new series we get introduced to a close, personal friend of Jesus and see how a friendship with Jesus can change everything for us.</p>
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In week 1 of this new series we get introduced to a close, personal friend of Jesus and see how a friendship with Jesus can change everything for us.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:39:36</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[A Fulfilled New Year // 1.5.20]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2020 13:34:40 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>We begin a brand new year with some encouragement on how to make 2020 your most fulfilling year ever!</p>
<p></p>]]>
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We begin a brand new year with some encouragement on how to make 2020 your most fulfilling year ever!
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                </itunes:subtitle>
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<p>We begin a brand new year with some encouragement on how to make 2020 your most fulfilling year ever!</p>
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We begin a brand new year with some encouragement on how to make 2020 your most fulfilling year ever!
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:28:09</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Christmas at First Century // 12.22.19]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2019 16:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/christmas-at-first-century-12-22-19</guid>
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<p>We tie up all the loose ends into a nice holiday bow in this Christmas message.</p>
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We tie up all the loose ends into a nice holiday bow in this Christmas message.
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<p>We tie up all the loose ends into a nice holiday bow in this Christmas message.</p>
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We tie up all the loose ends into a nice holiday bow in this Christmas message.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:31:52</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[First Century Church]]>
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                    <![CDATA[ChristMAS - Wk2 // 12.15.19]]>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2019 16:09:48 +0000</pubDate>
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                    https://first-century-church-podcast.castos.com/podcasts/3208/episodes/christmas-wk2-12-15-19</guid>
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                                            <![CDATA[
<p>This week we'll see how Christmas helps make the long-distance connection between us and God</p>
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This week we'll see how Christmas helps make the long-distance connection between us and God
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Is God completely un-knowable? We look at that question in week 1 of our 2019 holiday series
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We finish this series by looking at the importance and power of unity
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:33</itunes:duration>
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<p>This week we learn how to live a truly successful life</p>
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This week we learn how to live a truly successful life
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This week we learn how to live a truly successful life
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:32:46</itunes:duration>
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<p>Where do we look when we need help? Where do we go when life is coming at us nonstop? How can we handle everything we face? Today we learn how to endure on our journey as pilgrims.</p>
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Where do we look when we need help? Where do we go when life is coming at us nonstop? How can we handle everything we face? Today we learn how to endure on our journey as pilgrims.
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<p>How can Christ-followers survive in, thrive in, and even affect our culture? What hope can we have when we feel all alone? We explore answers to those questions in week 1 of ‘Pilgrim Songs’.</p>
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How can Christ-followers survive in, thrive in, and even affect our culture? What hope can we have when we feel all alone? We explore answers to those questions in week 1 of ‘Pilgrim Songs’.
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<p>We conclude this series by looking at a 'scary' faith trap just in time for Halloween</p>
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We conclude this series by looking at a 'scary' faith trap just in time for Halloween
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We conclude this series by looking at a 'scary' faith trap just in time for Halloween
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:29</itunes:duration>
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<p>The "Same Old, Same Old" Trap is a complete time-waster and limits what God wants to do in your life. Find out how to avoid this trap and its negative consequences in this week's episode.</p>
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The "Same Old, Same Old" Trap is a complete time-waster and limits what God wants to do in your life. Find out how to avoid this trap and its negative consequences in this week's episode.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:41:23</itunes:duration>
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<p>We begin this series by looking at a faith trap that will keep you from what could be because of what might be.</p>
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We begin this series by looking at a faith trap that will keep you from what could be because of what might be.
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<p>We begin this series by looking at a faith trap that will keep you from what could be because of what might be.</p>
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We begin this series by looking at a faith trap that will keep you from what could be because of what might be.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:40:21</itunes:duration>
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<p>This week we look at the "work" of faith and what part we play in it.</p>
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This week we look at the "work" of faith and what part we play in it.
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This week we look at the "work" of faith and what part we play in it.
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:35:57</itunes:duration>
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<p>This week we see how one woman's faith has an impact on an entire nation</p>
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This week we see how one woman's faith has an impact on an entire nation
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This week we see how one woman's faith has an impact on an entire nation
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:33:27</itunes:duration>
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<p>This week we look at a well-known account from the Old Testament to see a powerful example of faith to encourage us.</p>
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This week we look at a well-known account from the Old Testament to see a powerful example of faith to encourage us.
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We finish our Q&A series by taking a look at the most important question a Christ-follower can ask
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:34:03</itunes:duration>
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