
Bridgetown Audio Podcast
In Portland as it is in Heaven. All teachings are available to stream and download at bridgetown.church.
Latest episodes

Feb 19, 2024 • 11min
40 Days of Prayer & Fasting: Day 1 Evening
Explore the spiritual practice of Lent, including prayer, fasting, and reflection on faith. Reflect on magnifying God's presence, finding divine rescue, and focusing on God's presence. Engage in an evening prayer that seeks God's presence in every moment and emphasizes continuous praise.

Feb 19, 2024 • 9min
40 Days of Prayer & Fasting: Day 1 Morning
A prayer reflection based on Psalm 126 for the morning of Monday, February 19th

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Feb 19, 2024 • 53min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Service
Exploring the practice of service in the context of justice and reconciliation, the podcast discusses selfless acts of love and sacrifice, the significance of seeing and serving others with compassion like the Good Samaritan, and how embracing brokenness can enhance one's ability to serve. It highlights the joy of serving others in the kingdom of God and emphasizes the transformative power of sacrificial love and genuine compassion.

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Feb 12, 2024 • 49min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Fasting
Exploring the practice of fasting as a spiritual discipline, Jesus' teachings on food choices and gluttony, and the importance of living for who we are becoming. Discussing the significance of shedding attachment, prioritizing deep desires, and tapping into wildest dreams with childlike faith. Encouraging listeners to partner with the Holy Spirit through prayer and fasting for wisdom and conviction from God.

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Feb 5, 2024 • 46min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Community
Topics in this podcast include the significance of having a team of leaders, loneliness and its role in human experience, the formation of a new family based on apprenticeship to Jesus, the importance of community and deep relationships in spiritual growth, and the transformative power of genuine community in fostering relationships of depth and vulnerability.

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Jan 29, 2024 • 50min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Solitude
Exploring the practice of solitude as a spiritual discipline and the impact of distraction and information overload on our ability to focus. The negative effects of hurry and noise on the spiritual life and the importance of solitude. Exploring the connection between peace and the satisfaction of needs and waiting as essential for spiritual growth.

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Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 5min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Scripture
Exploring the benefits of delighting in God's law, the complex relationships people have with scripture, the power of storytelling in transforming understanding of the Bible, interpreting biblical commands and avoiding harmful interpretations, navigating fatherhood with scripture as a compass, and scripture's role in providing wisdom and training to imitate Jesus.

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Jan 15, 2024 • 41min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: Prayer
The podcast explores the significance and transformative power of prayer as a foundational spiritual practice. It emphasizes the importance of consistent prayer in finding peace, cultivating intimacy with God, and discovering our identity in His love. The chapter also discusses prayer as a dialogue, different expressions of prayer, and the importance of trust in God's character.

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Jan 8, 2024 • 50min
Unforced Rhythms of Grace: 9 Core Practices For A Rule of Life
The podcast discusses the importance of setting realistic goals, practicing habits, and emulating Jesus. It explores Jesus' gentle and humble heart, the connection between belief, practice, and spiritual maturity, and the split between spirituality and theology. It also highlights finding joy in the ordinary moments of life and cultivating the heart of Christ.

Jan 1, 2024 • 43min
The Surprise of Silence
Explore the ministry of the Spirit and its greater glory. Reflect on the impact of marriage, family, and church. Discover people's aversion to solitude. Reflect on solitude in contrast to our fast-paced culture. Cultivate interior silence and practice silent prayer. Explore the transforming power of encountering God's presence. Embrace leadership roles in different generations and extend wisdom and blessings.