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Kyle Meier | Revelation 2:1-7 | Dear Church
Topics: Order, Commitment, Passion

In today's episode of Footnotes, we continue the conversation about our brand new series on the Book of Revelation. Kyle starts with some interesting tidbits on when/how we ought to interpret the Bible symbolically, rather than literally. For example, we learn why Jesus is obsessed with lamps and what that has to do with the Christian life. Then, we talk a little more about the importance of spiritual mentorship. In case you don't know, The Peak offers a mentor ministry! Simply go to the link below to find more information. Finally, Kyle digs into the recent news story around AI and the dangerous road we are currently traveling. He opens up about whether he would change parts of his previous sermon on Artificial Intelligence (see April 27) and how Christians should tread lightly when using tools that might be bearing deadly fruit.

Kyle Meier | Numbers 22:21-31 | Recalculating
Topics: Curiosity, Certainty, Wisdom, Listening

In today's episode, we continue our discussion on the somewhat comical story of Balaam and his donkey. First, Kyle takes us deeper into Balaam's background as a non-Israelite prophet. What does it mean that God speaks to and through non-believers? Is this still happening today? Additionally, Kyle offers us some tools for what he calls "sequential discernment." For those of you wrestling with very BIG life-decision right now, this section is for you. Finally, we discuss another way that Kyle has tried to manipulate God's guidance...through the art of negotiation. What is the difference between processing God's guidance and trying to get out of it? How can you tell which one you're doing?

Kyle Meier | Luke 17:3-5 | Recalculating
Topics: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Grudge

On this episode of Footnotes, we keep the conversation going on bitterness, resentment and how often we have to extend forgiveness. To start, Kyle digs into some of the special numbers found in scripture (7, 12, 40, etc.). Did you even know there are special numbers found in our Bibles? What do they mean? And what does it have to do with forgiveness? Then, we dig a little bit more into the research coming out of the Gottman Institute. We learn how to fight back against contempt and save our marriages. Finally, Kyle opens up about whether reconciliation is possible in every relationship. What is required for genuine reconnection? Does the Bible offer us any tips here?

Kyle Meier | Acts 2:42-47 | Recalculating
Topics: Sharing, Possessions, Generosity

In this episode, we continue the conversation on how should Christians relate to their stuff. Kyle kicks things off with a discussion about St Augustine and his view that evil doesn't actually exist...or does it? Additionally, Kyle shares more about the 70-10-10-10 rule for financial stewardship. Finally, we wade into the somewhat tricky conversation about whether Christians should be capitalists or socialists? Or is it neither?

Kyle Meier | Exodus 18:13-23 | Recalculating
Topics: Interdependence, Community, Assistance

Justice for Zipporah! That's right, in today's episode, we learn more about Moses' wife. Did you even know he was married? We don't hear much about Zipporah in the Bible, but what we do know is she is a baller. Then, Kyle goes into a conversation on his own personal responsibility system. Kyle has a system for something?? Shocker to no one. But seriously, how do we know when a particular responsibility is ours to hold versus someone else's? If you have ever felt like there is too much weight on your shoulders, this is the episode for you. What if it is not only wise, but faithful to put some stuff DOWN?