Season 6

In this episode of Pondering God , Pastor Craig McCourt humorously reflects on how we survived before cell phones and how dependent we've become on them. But unlike our phones, our connection with God is never interrupted, ne...

In this episode of Pondering God Podcast, Pastor Craig McCourt dives into Hebrews 3:13, exploring the importance of daily encouragement. Through engaging stories, practical wisdom, and quotes from Max Lucado and Billy Graham,...

In today’s episode of Pondering God , Pastor Craig McCourt explores how faith speaks into mental health struggles. From Elijah’s exhaustion to Jesus’ invitation to rest, we unpack practical ways to trade anxiety for God’s pea...

On National Velcro Day , Pastor Craig McCourt explores how Velcro’s invention—officially trademarked on May 13, 1958—connects to Jesus’ teaching in John 15 . Using Velcro’s gripping hooks as an illustration (and a little humo...

In this episode, Pastor Craig McCourt explores Psalm 23 and the incredible care of the Good Shepherd. Join us as we ponder what it means to be a sheep under His care, and discover practical ways to trust the Shepherd in every...

In this episode of the Pondering God Podcast , Pastor Craig McCourt dives into Colossians 1:15-23 to explore the life-changing truth that Christ is truly enough. Through engaging storytelling, relatable illustrations, and Scr...

Do you have a "little Jesus" - They seem to be everywhere. But is it true that we all need a little Jesus? For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a message, visit us at ww...

I know sometimes Sunday morning can look like a three-ring circus as you get ready for Worship with your children, but let's look at why it is so important. For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pon...

As Lutherans We understand Law and Gospel, some say we are too heavy on the Gospel - well NOT TODAY! It's National Law Day! For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a messag...

If you want to sing along with our new Musical Hit "Pondering God" here are the Lyrics... (To create your own song CLICK HERE Hey, Gather round friends it's time to share With stories of faith, laughter in the air From the ta...

Sometimes in life we just don't ask ourselves the right question. Lets take a little pressure off, and just sit back in God's presence... more on that in today's PonderingGod Podcast. For more information on Pastor Craig McCo...

Today's Message is titled is "5 smooth stones" Today's Text is 1 Samuel 17 - The story of David and Goliath and other select verses. This message is from the Funeral of a young man in my congregation Parker, whose life was fu...

A lot can happen in five days... For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a message, visit us at www.ponderinggod.org For more information on Peace Lutheran Church, where Cr...

May you be strengthened, uplifted, and renewed as you wait on the Lord—just like the eagle. For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a message, visit us at www.ponderinggod....

Whether you bake Cherry Cheesecake yourself, buy it from a local bakery, or steal a bite from a friend’s plate, remember: Cheesecake is a reminder of God’s goodness. Sharing dessert builds community. Celebrating joyfully hono...

“3 Completely Valid Reasons to Skip Church (Just Kidding, You Should Definitely Go)” Your turn: What’s one excuse you’ve used for skipping church, and what’s a reason you’re glad you went instead? Let’s start the conversation...

CHRIST IS RISEN!!!!! He Has Risen Indeed!!!!! Alleluiah!!!!! This morning I will share with you a reading I reflect on each Easter by Leslie Brandt's book Christ In Your Life, entitled "IF I Really Believed! For more informat...

Today is Holy Saturday. I can think of no story, outside of the accounts of the death and resurrection of Christ found in the Gospels, that relays the story of Christs mission, death, and resurrection like The Ragman. Today y...

Today is called Good Friday, but what makes it good? and how has our culture changed its practice of Good Friday. More than all of that what do you do with Good Friday? For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the min...

Today is the Wednesday of Holy Week a day that we do not know a whole lot about. Let's jump into this very special Day! For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a message, v...

Today is the Wednesday of Holy Week a day that we do not know a whole lot about. Let's jump into this very special Day! For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a message, v...

Today is the Tuesday of Holy Week and we will look today at what Jesus was doing on this day and what we can learn from this day. For more information on Pastor Craig McCourt and the ministry of Pondering God or to send us a ...

36 And as he rode along, they spread their cloaks on the road. 37 As he was drawing near—already on the way down the Mount of Olives—the whole multitude of his disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for...

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