Why Religious People Judge (And Jesus Didn’t)

Why Religious People Judge (And Jesus Didn’t)

Can God really forgive anyone? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Sol McQuay, and Ti'heasha Beasley unpack one of the most powerful encounters in the Gospel of Luke—the sinful woman who pours everything she has at the feet of Jesus. What begins as a conversation about Luke 7 quickly turns into a deeper discussion about repentance, grace, shame, conviction, and what it truly means to experience God's forgiveness. Together, they answer honest questions many Christians wrestle with: • What's the difference between guilt, shame, and conviction? • Is repentance more than simply saying, "I'm sorry"? • Are all sins equal in God's eyes? • Why do Christians sometimes become judgmental? • Can someone who's made serious mistakes really receive God's grace? If you've ever struggled with your past, battled feelings of condemnation, or wondered whether God could truly forgive you, this conversation is for you.

Does God Still Heal? A Conversation Every Christian Needs

What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayer the way you hoped? In this powerful episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti'heasha Beasley, and Tiffany Hines unpack one of the most honest moments in Scripture—when John the Baptist questioned if Jesus was really the Messiah while sitting in prison. The conversation goes far beyond theology. Pastor Brent vulnerably shares his family's ongoing journey as they navigate his daughter's unexplained autoimmune condition and wrestle with trusting God in the middle of unanswered questions. Together, they explore what it looks like to have a faith that believes God can—while still trusting Him even if He doesn't answer the way we expect. If you've ever wondered: • Why doesn't God answer every prayer? • Why does God heal some people but not others? • Is it okay to question God? • How do I trust God when life doesn't make sense? • What does real biblical faith actually look like? ...this conversation is for you. You'll discover why spiritual maturity isn't built on getting everything you ask for—it's built on learning to trust Jesus for who He is, even when life is painful.

What Happens When God Doesn't Meet Your Expectations?

Have you ever wondered if God really sees what you're going through? In this episode of Between Sermons, the conversation continues through Luke 7:1–17, where two very different people encounter Jesus: a Roman centurion desperate for healing and a grieving widow facing unimaginable loss. Together, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Sol McQuay, and Marcus Ivy unpack what these stories reveal about God's authority, compassion, and faithfulness in our hardest moments. Whether you're wrestling with disappointment, struggling to trust God's timing, grieving a loss, or simply trying to understand what it means to truly surrender to God's authority, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical encouragement. You'll discover why Jesus can be both powerful enough to change your circumstances and compassionate enough to walk with you through them. If you've ever asked questions like: * Does God really care about me? * Why is obedience to God so difficult? * Can I trust God when life doesn't go the way I planned? * What does real faith look like in everyday life? This episode is for you. Comment below: Have you experienced God's compassion or His authority in a difficult season?

Why Is Obeying God So Hard? | Real Talk on Faith, Trust & Surrender

What do you do when you know what God is asking you to do... but you're afraid to do it? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Asa Slaughter, and Priti Idrovo unpack Jesus' challenging words in Luke 6: "Why do you call me 'Lord, Lord,' and not do what I say?" Together, they explore the connection between faith, obedience, surrender, and trust, while sharing practical stories about relationships, forgiveness, discipleship, and learning to follow God even when it doesn't make sense. This honest conversation tackles questions many believers wrestle with: Why is obedience so difficult? How do you trust God when His plan feels uncomfortable? What happens when we want God's promises without God's process? Through humor, personal stories, and biblical truth, this episode reminds us that God's commands aren't meant to restrict us—they're meant to build a stronger foundation for our lives. Because at the end of the day, discipleship isn't just hearing what Jesus says. It's trusting Him enough to do it. Comment below: What's one area of your life where God is asking you to trust Him more?

Love Your Enemies?! Let’s Talk About What Jesus Really Meant

How do you love difficult people when they’ve hurt you, frustrated you, or simply get on your nerves? In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Pastor Carlton McCarthy, and Ti’heasha Beasley unpack one of Jesus’ hardest teachings in Luke 6: loving your enemies, navigating criticism, healthy accountability, judgment, forgiveness, and what true heart transformation really looks like. From difficult relationships and emotional reactions to the tension between correction and condemnation, this honest, practical, and often funny conversation explores what it means to follow Jesus beyond behavior modification and into real discipleship.    If you’ve ever struggled with loving difficult people, reacting in frustration, feeling judged, or wondering what Jesus actually meant by “turn the other cheek,” this conversation will challenge, encourage, and help you grow in your faith. Because at the end of the day, Jesus isn’t just trying to change our behavior—He’s after our hearts.