This week on Further, Brenton and Chris dive into the Old Testament’s role in pointing to Jesus, discussing how its prophecies—roughly 60 major ones—connect directly to His life and ministry. Chris addresses common objections from skep...

In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss John 12 and the tension between worshiping Jesus for who He is versus what He can give us. They examine Judas’s self-serving motives and contrast them with Mary’s extravagant act of worship, raising th...

This week on Further, Brenton sits down with Paul Fischbach and Matt Mitchell to reflect on John 11 and the tension between God’s sovereignty and human sin. They discuss how Caiaphas’s pragmatic decisions serve as a warning against sel...

In this episode of Further, Brenton sits down with Clay to talk through his recent sermon on anger from John 11. Clay shares how his own personal struggles with anger helped shape his message and how Jesus’ response to grief and broken...

This week on Further, Brenton is joined by Nate Todd and Tony Esslinger for a deep dive into John 11. They reflect on the story of Lazarus and how Jesus redirects Martha’s hope from an event to Himself. The conversation highlights the ...

Andrew joins Brenton this week to give an update on global missions at Harmony, highlighting several student and adult trips happening over the summer. He shares stories of impactful missionary biographies, including Adoniram Judson, Amy Carmic...

In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris dive into the issue of church hurt, exploring why it happens and how believers can respond in healthy, biblical ways. They discuss the importance of honest confrontation, following Jesus’ t...

In this episode of Further, Brenton and Chris dive into John 10 and explore what Jesus meant when He said, “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” They unpack the dangers of prosperity gospel interpretations, particula...

In this episode of Further, Brenton Grimm is joined by Nathan Williams and Matt Mitchell to reflect on their recent sermons covering John 9. They discuss how Jesus’ reference to himself as the “Son of Man” ties directly to Daniel 7, si...

Brenton and Chris kick off the episode catching up on summer plans and family get-togethers. The conversation then shifts into a deep dive on John 8, focusing on Jesus’ statement about Abraham rejoicing to see his day. Chris explains the biblic...

Brenton Grimm and Chris Carr explore the tension between biblical authority and personal interpretation in this episode of Further. They discuss the dangers of reading the Bible only through affirming or familiar lenses, emphasizing th...

Brenton and Chris discuss the recent election of a new Pope and its cultural impact, especially from an evangelical perspective. Chris expresses concern over evangelicals being too enthusiastic about the Catholic Church without acknowledging ke...

This week on Further, Brenton Grimm hosts a full house with Matt Mitchell, Andrew Weise, and Paul Fischbach as they unpack different angles on the same passage from John. The group reflects on how Jesus' words about being "from above" ...

In this week’s episode of Further, Brenton sits down with Nate Todd and Matt Mitchell to discuss what it means to “walk in the light” from both theological and personal perspectives. They explore the tension between our identity in Chr...

In this episode, Brenton and Chris dive into the textual challenges of John 8:1–11 and why it still deserves our attention. They explore how we can trust the Bible despite manuscript differences, why both grace and truth are essential to gospel...

Brenton and Chris reflect on the completion of the first two-year phase of their church journey, emphasizing that the work is far from over. They discuss the recent Commitment Sunday. Chris dives into the challenging but essential message of dy...

On this week's episode of Further Brenton and Chris reflect on the recent Advance Commitment event, sharing personal takeaways and anticipation for Commitment Sunday. They dive into the story of Zacchaeus, challenging the surface-level, flannel...

Brenton and Chris kick off the episode by announcing the winners of their recent giveaway and celebrating the engagement from listeners. They discuss the significance of generosity, emphasizing that giving is not about the amount but about the ...

In this special 100th episode, Brenton and Chris reflect on the journey of the podcast and how it has evolved over the past two years. They dive into an important conversation about shame, its impact on our lives, and how it connects to sin. Ch...

Brenton and Chris kick off the episode by discussing upcoming events and the feeling of being in the homestretch of their current season. They dive into Chris’s latest sermon on generosity, focusing on 2 Corinthians 9:6 and what it truly means ...

In this episode, Brenton and Chris talk about an upcoming church event, the Advanced Commitment Event, and why it’s more than just pledging—it’s about worship, community, and stories of faith. They dive into the topic of stewardship, exploring ...

Brenton Grimm and Chris Carr kick off another episode of Further with a discussion about Chris’s upcoming nine-week preaching stretch, including an in-depth dive into transformation. They reflect on the start of the All In ser...

Brenton and Nathan discuss the heart of surrendering to Jesus, emphasizing that outward behaviors are just symptoms of a deeper issue—our sin nature. Nathan shares his approach to helping people recognize their need for Christ, focusing on the ...

In this episode of Further, Brenton Grimm sits down with Nate Todd and Paul Fischbach to discuss the importance of knowing God's Word and theology in everyday life. The conversation dives into the challenges of sermon preparation, the significa...

In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from John 6:60-71. They begin by discussing the distinguishing markers between a genuine and false disciple. Chris gives his thoughts on how to walk the line between grace and truth in his p...