Beyond the Church

About Beyond the Church

Inspiring believers to live out their faith beyond Sunday services. Let's take church to the next level by connecting and resourcing individuals - everyday, everywhere. #FaithInAction #NextLevelChurch

Publisher

Kerry A. Clark

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Sept 2024

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   S3E6 | Discipline

   Beyond-the-Church S3E6 – Discipline Discipline: Is God Punishing You—or Preparing You? What if the very thing you’ve been asking God to take away is actually something He’s using to grow you? In this episode of Beyond the Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica have a candid conversation about discipline, correction, and spiritual growth. Using Hebrews 12 as the foundation, they explore why God disciplines those He loves—and why the process that feels uncomfortable now may be preparing us for something greater later. From self-discipline and consequences to parenting, exercise, education, and everyday life, the conversation challenges us to stop viewing discipline only as punishment. Sometimes discipline is training. Sometimes it’s course correction. And sometimes God may be trying to move us toward something we wouldn’t reach without it. Then, in the Hot Topic, the conversation gets practical: What do you do when someone you don’t particularly connect with is preaching at church? Do you stay home? Find another service? Or discipline yourself to look for something you can learn regardless of who is delivering the message? The discussion explores the difference between personal preference and genuine spiritual discernment—and why staying spiritually fit requires intentionality. This episode will challenge you to reconsider the uncomfortable seasons of your life and ask a different question: What if this isn’t punishment? What if this is training? Because discipline may not feel good while you’re going through it—but what it produces can change your life. Key Scripture: Hebrews 12:5–11 Action Item: Practice the discipline of positivity this week. Look intentionally for something good—and then share that good news with someone else. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church. #BeyondTheChurch #Discipline #GodsDiscipline #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #FaithInRealLife #Hebrews12 #SpiritualDiscipline *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church (https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church) TWITTER: x.com/church_in_you (https://x.com/church_in_you) INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church (https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church) TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church (https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church) YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church (https://www.youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church)

2. 

   21 Aug 2026

   S3E5 | Creation vs. Evolution: Understanding Genesis and the God Factor

   Beyond-the-Church S3E5 – Creation vs. Evolution: Understanding Genesis and the God Factor In this episode of Beyond-the-Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica take on a big question: Is creation versus evolution really an either-or debate? Starting in Genesis 1 and John 1, the conversation explores how God is present at the beginning of everything and how creation, science, purpose, and faith can fit together rather than compete. They discuss the difference between needing physical proof and living by faith, why humanity is not random, and what it means to apply the “God factor” to the way we understand the world. The group also tackles how purpose existed before creation, why science can reveal more about what God made, and how adding God to the conversation can expand—not limit—our understanding. In the Hot Topic, the conversation shifts to a question many people wrestle with: Is there an agenda behind everything we watch and listen to? They discuss music, television, advertising, entertainment, discernment, and the importance of allowing Scripture—not fear or assumptions—to shape the way we view people and culture. This episode is an honest, thoughtful, and sometimes humorous conversation about faith, science, purpose, discernment, and learning to see every area of life through the lens of God. Key Scriptures: Genesis 1:1–3 John 1:1–4 Revelation 13:8 Genesis 6:5 Romans 7:18–19 Because living beyond the church means taking God out of the box and recognizing His presence in everything. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@beyond-the-church (https://www.youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church). #CreationvsEvolution #Genesis1 #FaithandScience #BiblicalCreation #ChristianPodcast #BeyondtheChurch #GodFactor #ChristianLiving #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net (https://beyondthechurch.net/) FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church (https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church) TWITTER: x.com/church_in_you (https://x.com/church_in_you) INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/beyond_the_church (https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church) TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church (https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church) YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@beyond-the-church (https://youtube.com/@beyond-the-church)

3. 

   5 Jun 2026

   S3E4 | Confession: How and to whom should I confess my sins?

   Beyond-the-Church S3E4 - Confession: How and to whom should I confess my sins? Hot Topic: Is porn really an issue? In this episode of Beyond the Church, Pam, Kerry, and Jessica tackle a topic many Christians know about but few openly discuss: confession. Do we only confess our sins to God, or should we confess them to other people too? What does the Bible really mean when it tells us to "confess your sins to each other and pray for each other"? And what exactly is sin anyway? The conversation explores how sin creates separation—between us and God, between us and others, and even within ourselves. The team discusses the freedom, healing, and restoration that can come through confession, prayer, and trusted community. They also unpack why guilt, pride, and fear often keep people from being honest about their struggles. In the Hot Topic segment, the discussion turns to pornography and whether it is really as harmless as culture often suggests. The team examines the spiritual, emotional, relational, and practical consequences of pornography through both a biblical and real-world lens. If you've ever struggled with guilt, wondered how confession works, or questioned why certain habits create distance in your relationship with God and others, this conversation is for you. Key Topics: What confession really means A biblical definition of sin Why confession leads to healing The power of prayer and community Overcoming guilt, shame, and pride Pornography, lust, and spiritual health Living your faith beyond the walls of the church Scriptures Discussed: [1] 1 Corinthians 6:18 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/1CO.6.18.NLT [2] James 5:16 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/JAS.5.16.NLT [3] Matthew 5:28 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/JAS.5.16.NLT [4] 2 Timothy 2:22 NLT, Bible.com, accessed May 19, 2026, https://www.bible.com/bible/116/2TI.2.22.NLT Subscribe for more conversations about faith, relationships, culture, and practical Christian living—because church was never meant to stay inside the building. Subscribe to our channel using this link: youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church (https://www.youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church). #BeyondTheChurch #Confession #Sin #Prayer #ChristianLiving #FaithInRealLife #BibleStudy #James516 #ChristianPodcast #Pornography #SpiritualGrowth #Jesus #ChristianFaith #ChristianCommunity #FreedomInChrist #ChurchWithinYou #KerryAClark *All images are used with permission from Unsplash.com. *Music is licensed and used with permission from Pond5.com. Speakers: Kerry A. Clark Pamela Clark Jessica Anderson beyondthechurch.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Beyond.the.Church TWITTER: https://x.com/church_in_you INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_church TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.church YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/@Beyond-the-Church

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