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Welcome to Between Sermons, the podcast that’s all about continuing the conversation beyond the Sunday sermon. Hosted by Pastor Brent McQuay and produced by Christian Life Center, our show offers a fresh perspective through a deeper dive into the message from last Sunday’s sermon. Our goal is to help you apply these teachings to your daily life in practical and meaningful ways, while learning more about God, Scripture, and faith through relevant and engaging discussions. We release new episodes every Wednesday, so whether you’re a long-time member of CLC or just looking for some inspiration and wisdom, be sure to join us each week for Between Sermons as we Continue the Conversation.
Episodes
Episodes
7 days ago
7 days ago
This week on Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay, Ti’heasha Beasley, and Pastor Asa Slaughter break down the three pillars of discipleship: Devotion, Discipline, and Duplication. Discover how Acts 2:42 provides the ultimate guide for living as a follower of Christ. From embracing personal transformation to making an impact on the world, this episode will inspire you to live out your faith intentionally. With heartfelt moments, honest reflections, and a few laughs along the way, you don’t want to miss it!
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Redefining Church: The Journey to Becoming Disciples Church
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent McQuay and the team discuss the monumental decision to transition from Christian Life Center to Disciples Church. Dive into the heart behind the name change, the biblical inspiration from discipleship, and what this means for the future of the church. Explore how discipleship moves beyond labels to a lifestyle of following Jesus fully.
Join us as we unpack the vision, Holy Spirit moments, and the challenges of making bold, faith-driven decisions that glorify God. Whether you're part of the congregation or seeking deeper insights into what it means to be a disciple, this conversation is for you.
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Friday Jan 03, 2025
When You Feel Invisible: Finding Hope in the God Who Sees
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, or overlooked? In this episode of Between Sermons, we explore the comforting truth of El Roi, the God who sees you—right where you are. Through the story of Hagar and her life-changing encounter with God, we unpack how His presence meets us in our loneliness, challenges, and brokenness. Join us as we dive into practical ways to embrace His care, trust His timing, and find hope in knowing that you are never invisible to Him. If you've ever doubted that God sees you, this conversation is for you.
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Faith Over Fear: Trusting in Emmanuel, God With Us
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Fear and uncertainty are inevitable, but what if they're opportunities to grow closer to God? In this episode of Between Sermons, hosts Brent McQuay and Ti'Heasha Beasley join David Beasley to explore the transformative promise of Emmanuel—"God with us." Together, they unpack how faith can triumph over fear, offering personal reflections, biblical wisdom, and inspiring examples of God's presence in life's most challenging seasons.
Tune in to hear how to embrace trials as faith-building moments and anchor yourself in God's unshakable promises.
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Stay in the Fight: Trusting God's Promises in Times of Uncertainty
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Life can feel like an unending battle, but what happens when you let God take the lead? In this heartfelt episode of Between Sermons, Ti’heasha Beasley sits down with Asa Slaughter and Ariane Ogunlana to explore what it means to trust God as Jehovah Nissi—the Lord Our Banner. Through personal stories and raw conversations, they unpack how to stay in the fight without losing faith, the power of prayer and community, and the practical steps to rely on God’s strength when life feels overwhelming. Whether you’re grieving, battling doubt, or just trying to hold on, this episode reminds us that God sees the struggle and is right there fighting for us.
Tune in to find encouragement, hope, and a renewed perspective for whatever season you’re in.
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Life Feels Messy—Can God Lead Me Through It?
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
In this episode of Between Sermons, Pastor Brent and special guest co-host Tiffany Hines are joined by Pastor Sol McQuay to dive into the timeless truths of Psalm 23, exploring how God’s role as our Shepherd can bring peace, rest, and clarity in even the most challenging seasons.
Discover how God’s leadership provides the peace you’re longing for and why “green pastures” and “still waters” are more than just poetic imagery—they’re promises for your daily life. You’ll hear practical insights on trusting God when everything feels uncertain and learn why following His path can lead to true rest and restoration. Whether you’re a new believer, rediscovering your faith, or simply in need of encouragement, this conversation will remind you that God sees you, knows you, and is leading you—even in the mess.
Hit play and let’s walk this journey together. God’s got you!
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Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Lord of All or Not at All
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
What does it truly mean to call Jesus "Lord" and live like it? In this episode of Between Sermons, hosts Pastor Brent McQuay and Ti’heasha Beasley are joined by special guest Pastor Harry Valentine for an honest and relatable conversation about surrendering to God’s Lordship.
Harry shares how surrendering to Jesus isn’t a one-time decision but a daily choice to trust Him with every area of life—even the messy, unchangeable parts. This conversation goes deep into how genuine surrender transforms us from the inside out, helping us reflect Jesus and find emotional and spiritual growth.
If you’re ready to stop holding back and start living fully surrendered, this episode is for you.
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Sunday Dec 01, 2024
Stay Ready So You Don’t Have to Get Ready
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
What does it really mean to be ready for Jesus' return? In this episode of Between Sermons, hosts Pastor Brent McQuay and Ti’heasha Beasley sit down with special guest Sol McQuay to break down the parable of the 10 virgins in a way that hits home.
It’s not just about avoiding sin—it’s about living prepared, staying connected to God, and keeping your spiritual oil full. Sol brings powerful insights about how to cultivate a genuine, thriving relationship with God and why not all believers will be ready when Christ returns.
If you’ve ever wondered if you’re truly prepared for that moment, this episode is your wake-up call. Let’s get real, dive deep, and start living like the wise virgins.
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Between Sermons is produced by Christian Life Center, a nondenominational church located in Tinley Park, IL, in the south suburbs of Chicago.
At Christian Life Center, you’ll discover that our passion is to provide a place where people just like you can have a life-changing experience with God. We are on a mission to change the way you think about church!
There are a lot of assumptions in the world about what church is like, from religious to judgmental, to downright weird. At CLC we want to change the way you think about church as we bring together people from different cultural and religious backgrounds and combine practical bible teaching together with the power of the Holy Spirit to change lives. Our doors are wide open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. Our goal is to infuse life and God’s love into people and families through engaging, powerful worship services that offer biblical truth in relevant and practical ways so that you can KNOW GOD.
Find out more about us at www.clc.tv