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Cottonwood Church

Cottonwood Church

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Cottonwood is a non-denominational Christian church for all generations with a mission of Bringing a Living Jesus to a Dying World. Located in Los Alamitos in Orange County, California, Cottonwood was founded by Bayless and Janet Conley and is pastored by Harrison and Bethany Conley. This podcast includes sermons from our Sunday and midweek services.
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Everything Fab Four is a podcast from Wonderwall Communications and Salon focused on fun and intelligent stories about the enduring cultural influence of the Beatles. No other band, or popular entity for that matter, has had the world-wide impact the Beatles have. They are part of our human fabric, they created music that still brings people together, and across continents and generations there are individual Beatles stories to tell. In each episode, renowned music historian, author, and Bea ...
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Creative Writing Outloud

Creative Writing Outloud

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Your place to hear the latest fiction and poetry from America's creative writers. Tune in every Tuesday for brand-new short stories, poetry, and fiction you'll ONLY find on Creative Writing Outloud. Every week you're invited to download a new episode of narrated fiction and poetry to spark your imagination and creativity. Are you a fan of audio books? Then this podcast is a great way to get the same experience while simultaneously exposing yourself to new work from great authors and poets ac ...
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Everyday Black History: Afro Appreciation

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Welcome to Everyday Black History! Where we highlight the contributions of Black Men and Women both Past and present. Here we celebrate Afro Appreciation, where Black American, Africans and Latinos of African descent are honored. We also highlight Institutions that have help the advancement of people in the African Diaspora, such as historically Black University and many others. Enjoy Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/EverydayBlackHistory/support
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Often we find ourselves worrying with fear and anxiety- which then prevents us from stepping into full faith. John 20 introduces three people who represent us and through their stories, we can learn what it means to trust God no matter the circumstance. Lean into this message by Joel Holm to discover how we can overcome the doubts and fears in our …
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In this episode of the Cottonwood Church Podcast, we explore how to live out your calling in both church and secular work environments. Discover how to bring purpose to your everyday work and let your job become a place of ministry. Timestamps: 8:00 - Finding your calling 16:43 - Work in the church vs. outside 25:27 - Ministry in the workplace 38:5…
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In this episode, Pastor Gary Martin dives deep into the tough question: What do you do when your world falls apart? Drawing from the story of Samuel in 1 Samuel 16:1, he offers a powerful and practical 3-step roadmap for anyone facing heartbreak, disappointment, or confusion. Whether you’re navigating loss, looking for hope, or simply in need of in…
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In this message, Pastor Harrison takes us on a journey through three pivotal events in human history: the Incarnation, the Crucifixion, and the Resurrection. Discover why these moments—Christ Coming, Christ Dying, and Christ Rising—are the foundation of our faith and how they anchor our understanding of God's love and grace.…
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In this message, Pastor Bayless dives deep into John 18, where we see the powerful moment when Jesus, an innocent man, takes the place of Barabbas, a convicted murderer. Through this story, Pastor Bayless reveals how this act is a profound illustration of what Jesus has done for each of us—taking our place on the cross despite our guilt so that we …
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In this episode, we explore how to figure out what God is asking us to do in our work! Timestamps: 3:40 - The importance of the “why” in our work. 25:14 - Navigating life’s seasons with purpose. 37:38 - Relationships and finding purpose. 50:38 - Final takeaways and advice. Listen now to gain valuable insights on aligning your work with God’s callin…
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In John 17, we’re given access to Jesus, the Son, addressing a prayer to God, the Father. This is the only place in the New Testament where we can read an in-depth, extended prayer by Jesus. In today’s message, Pastor Harrison dives into this prayer where we can see a glimpse of Jesus’ heart toward the Father, His disciples, and even us today. As w…
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Some of Jesus' final words to His disciples before his resurrection were unexpected. He was preparing them for His departure to be with the Father and the trials they would soon face. Pastor Josh Turner offers a fresh perspective on how the wrong expectations can lead to grief and what it means to switch from having specific expectations of God to …
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The world teaches us that we can do anything on our own to gain love and success, but without God in the picture, we are left feeling a void. In today’s message, Joel Holm studies John 15 to share how we are called to abide in Christ and do some pruning in our lives to discover the true abundance of fruit, love, and joy found only in Him. There is …
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We all have people in our world who we may not get along with and treat us miserably. As depicted in John Chapter 13, foot-washing is a beautiful example of Jesus showing us how to do the hardest thing we are called to do by still loving these people. In this message, Joel Holm lays out the essential truths and asks us to not only view the foot-was…
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On today’s episode, American jazz fusion guitarist and singer-songwriter George Benson drops by to discuss what gave the Beatles “prestige” and how the band helped Black musicians succeed. Benson recorded his first album The New Boss Guitar, at 21, and followed it up with It’s Uptown with the George Benson Quartet. In 1969, he recorded his homage t…
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We all naturally worship something, and whatever we magnify with our words, minds, and actions is what we worship. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus are three key characters in John 12, each showing us a different and practical expression of what true worship can and should look like. In this message, Pastor Harrison explains how worship is giving honor an…
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On this bonus episode of Everything Fab Four, we trace two television icons from the 1970s—both very different in terms of target audience, but united in the inspiration that they drew from the Beatles. First is the New Zoo Revue, the children’s TV show that was broadcast from 1972 through 1977. Designed as a musical comedy, it ran for 196 episodes…
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The story of Lazarus in John Chapter 11 is a profound narrative that reveals many perspectives of various figures involved. In this message, Pastor Bayless highlights the significance of this miracle and shares valuable lessons we can apply to our faith journey today.על ידי Ps Bayless Conley
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Who do you follow and seek direction from regarding topics about money, relationships, lifestyle, and calling? The only person who is worthy of that authority is Jesus. In today’s message, Joel Holm shares the compelling reasons found in John Chapter 10 on why we can trust Jesus to be our influence as we make our decisions in life.…
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The story of Jesus healing the blind man in John 9 teaches us about salvation and that indeed, Jesus is the Son of God. While the neighbors, disciples, and even his family didn’t see a future for the man, Jesus saw potential in him. In this message, Pastor Bayless shares the lessons from this miracle story and how the opening of the physical eyes l…
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On this episode of Everything Fab Four, actor and activist Rosanna Arquette shares her favorite Beatles song and recounts where she was when John Lennon died. As part of a large show business family—including siblings Patricia and David Arquette—Rosanna began acting as a child. Her father, character actor Lewis Arquette, was well known as “J.D. Pic…
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John Chapter 8 reminds us that God is perfectly just and compassionate at the same time. In this message, Pastor Harrison talks about the intersection of sin and grace and uncovers how it is dealt with and applied directly from the words and the actions of Jesus.
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In today’s video, we're diving into some of the most important topics for parents: discipline, screen time, and teen dating. With guidance from our faith, we’ll explore practical tips to help you raise your children with love, respect, and Godly principles. Introduction (0:25) (2:59) How do we help our kids grow spiritually? (11:25) How do we move …
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In honor of Father’s Day, Pastor Kenneth uncovers God’s creative design for all men as fathers or father figures, highlighting their sacrificial role as providers, protectors, cultivators, and more. This message navigates through biblical principles to show the impact men have in fatherhood and how they can continue to be influential in the way God…
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Author and filmmaker Jamie Bernstein joins Everything Fab Four to discuss growing up with a world-famous father, and why Leonard Bernstein chose Beatles songs to explain musical concepts. Jamie Bernstein’s 2018 memoir, Famous Father Girl, tracesthe story of growing up with composer-conductor Leonard Bernstein, and pianist and actress Felicia Montea…
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Society tells us that we must prove ourselves to the public to become significant. In this message, Pastor Robert identifies the lie in this belief and how it is at odds with the principles of the Kingdom of God. Drawing from John 7:4, he illuminates the contrast of where true significance starts, in the unseen.…
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Have you ever found yourself in a state of fear rather than faith? In this message, Pastor Harrison dives into two miracle stories of Jesus to reveal who He is and what it means to follow Him. We are reminded that following Jesus doesn’t mean that there is an absence of storm in our lives, but that even in the midst of it all, Jesus is with us and …
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On this episode, legendary singer-songwriter Darius Rucker joins Everything Fab Four to share how he first discovered the Beatles at five, and which Beatles album he thinks is the “most perfect album ever made.” Rucker first achieved multi-Platinum status in the music industry as lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the GRAMMY Award-winning band Hoo…
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Who is Jesus and who is Jesus to you? The way we answer these two questions will shape every aspect of our lives. Many believe Jesus is simply a historical figure who lived 2000 years ago. In this message, Pastor Gerald dives into Colossians 1 to remind us not only that Jesus is God, but that He is also our Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer. When we…
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Sometimes God employs unusual methods when it comes to healing, as recorded in John 5. In this message, Pastor Harrison dives into the miracle story at Bethesda and reveals how it applies to our life today. At times we may think that no one understands how we feel, but we have to remember that our issues don’t take Jesus by surprise and that His gr…
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Grammy-nominated American recording artist Joan Osborne joins Everything Fab Four to talk about hearing “Revolution 9” at a makeout party and how her music career began. Osborne moved to New York City to attend film school at NYU in the late 1980s, dropping out after becoming involved in the city’s downtown music scene. In 1991, Osborne formed her …
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Watch S1 E8: I Am He of the series "The Chosen" to see the story of "The Woman at the Well" On this Mother's Day, we unpack one of the most well-known stories in John 4, the Samaritan woman at the well. In the passage of scripture, you'll discover something "natural" quickly moves into something "supernatural". When Jesus departed to Galilee, He NE…
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Don't miss out on this heartfelt conversation about the joys and challenges of parenting. Join us as we navigate the beautiful journey of parenthood together! 🔗 Workshop Link: https://cottonwoodchurch.ccbchurch.co... 🕰️ Timestamps: 1:30 - Meet Our Guests 4:25 - Exploring the Beginnings of Their Parenting Journey 5:26 - Sandra's Transformational Par…
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John 3:16 is one of the most popular verses today. But a profound conversation occurs beforehand between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee seeking answers about eternal life. Join us as Joel Holm journeys through the scriptures in John 3, exploring what it truly means to be a child of God and the necessity of being "born again".…
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On this episode, acclaimed actor and Beatles fan Jeff Daniels joins “Everything Fab Four” to discuss his experience filming a movie scene with George Harrison and getting his guitar signed by the Quiet Beatle. Across his five decade-long career, Jeff Daniels has worked with some of the world’s most revered filmmakers. He made his screen debut in Mi…
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Do you know the first miracle Jesus performed? On the surface, it may appear that He only turned water into wine. But could there be a deeper spiritual meaning? Pastor Bayless Conley reveals the significance of this miracle and why this was on God‘s agenda for man.על ידי Ps Bayless Conley
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In this episode, we tackle some intriguing questions about the Bible. Join us as we explore various topics, from genealogies to the afterlife. Free Bible Classes: https://cottonwoodchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/203/responses/new Tuesdays 6:30pm-8pm, April 30th - May 21st TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 3:20 Question One: Ever wondered about the significa…
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John was one of Jesus’ original twelve disciples and even amongst the twelve, he was one of the closest to Jesus and knew Him very well. In this message, Pastor Harrison introduces how John reveals different attributes and characteristics about “The Word”- who is in fact, Jesus. He shares that Jesus is not just a good man or teacher, but that He is…
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English-American music icon Billy Idol joins Everything Fab Four to discuss the exhilaration of being a Beatle fan “in real time” and how his voice was mistaken for Paul McCartney’s. Billy Idol began his rock n roll career as the guitarist for Chelsea, subsequently achieving renown on the London punk rock scene in the 1970s, when he performed as th…
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Wisdom is a quality way deeper than just knowledge, it’s the ability to apply what we know to make wise decisions. One of the best ways to do this is to look at the life of Jesus. The more we grow in the areas that Jesus did, the more we grow in Godly wisdom. In this message, Pastor Josh Turner illustrates how seeking wisdom leads to a fulfilling a…
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Link to Submit Questions about the Bible: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4toG0ykHuWkOSizHk6nQrL8tjR2SIazjB58r65wusO-9lDA/viewform?usp=sf_link Register for the Workshop: https://cottonwood.org/grow-workshop/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 3:30 - Women's portrayal and violence concerns in the Bible. 7:20 - Discussing violence through the story o…
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In the book of Proverbs, parenting is a recurring theme, emphasizing the importance of guiding children to be more like Christ. Pastor Kenneth Mulkey explores these biblical principles in this message, offering practical methods for raising children. Whether you're parenting toddlers or adult children, this message provides valuable insights to nav…
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Jesus’ resurrection isn’t just a story; it’s a reality that changed history. When we believe in Jesus, His resurrection power lives in us, transforming us from the inside out. In this Easter message, Pastor Harrison Conley reminds us of the power of the resurrection, which gives hope and purpose to our lives. The three simple truths he shares help …
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In this Good Friday message, Pastor Kenneth Mulkey reflects on Isaiah 53, often called the "redemptive chapter." This passage, written centuries before Christ's birth, prophetically outlines the Messiah's sacrificial journey. Through delving into Jesus' humble yet powerful life, we uncover the profound significance of substitution, suffering, and s…
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We could all use wisdom from heaven as we face various seasons or trials in life. In this message, Pastor Bayless Conley uses the acronym WISE to give us four things that if we listen and apply them in our lives, we can find God’s wisdom there. As we turn to God’s WORD, have INTEGRITY, listen to the SHALOM or peace of God in our hearts, and also le…
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In this video podcast, we delve into the art of establishing a meaningful connection with scripture. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just beginning your journey with the Bible, this video offers valuable insights and practical approaches to enhance your spiritual engagement. Link to register for the next Workshop: cottonwood.org/grow-workshop/ …
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In this message, Pastor Harrison Conley uncovers the powerful insights King Solomon imparts to his son in Proverbs chapter three, addressing pivotal themes that resonate even in today's world. As we explore the recurring theme of 'DO NOT' throughout the chapter, we reflect on the significance of embracing godly wisdom amidst a culture increasingly …
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Proverbs 18 teaches us that our words carry immense power, capable of bringing life or death. Joel Holm expands on this idea, emphasizing how our speech influences both our personal lives and our connections with others. By cultivating habits like listening, speaking the truth gently, and always speaking life giving words, we open ourselves to the …
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In our world today, many people are growing older yet trying to turn back the clock to look and feel younger. However, the Bible tells us we have a treasure in an earthen vessel. Pastor Kenneth Mulkey shares God’s wisdom from the book of Proverbs on why and how we should honor the older generation. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion on valuing…
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In this message, Pastor Bayless Conley unravels the profound teachings in James chapter 5, where two distinct themes are interwoven. James has a powerful message for both the wealthy and those just getting by. He warns those who are consumed by greed and materialism while encouraging the godly rich to be generous and responsible with their resource…
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In James, chapter 4, James starts by addressing a really touchy subject. "What causes fights among you?". Pastor Harrison Conley breaks down what James was saying verse by verse and reveals where the real issue comes from. He establishes that the root of the problem is not out "there", but rather in "here". In this message, you'll discover how you …
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We often need God’s help because we do not use His wisdom in the decisions we make. The good news we find in James is that God wants to give us wisdom abundantly, and all we have to do is ask. In this message, Joel Holm shares three things regarding wisdom - what wisdom is, how it works, and how we get it. Wherever you need wisdom in your life, you…
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