<p>In this conversation we explore what it means for the church to practice biblical love through discipline, repentance, restoration, and real Christian community.</p><p><br></p><p>Jon Sherwood talks with Russ &amp; Kim Pullen about microchurch, church discipline, confronting sin, marriage restoration, the Lord’s Table, spiritual maturity, and the courage it takes to speak the truth in love.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode looks honestly at the pain of discipline, the danger of avoiding hard conversations, and the beauty of God using Christian community to bring healing, repentance, and reconciliation.</p><p><br></p><p>If you find this teaching helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with your friends!</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 - Intro</p><p>00:50 - The Microchurch Journey</p><p>06:09 - The Value of Networked Community</p><p>09:54 - A Story of Sin and Restoration</p><p>16:54 - The Theology of Church Discipline</p><p>23:52 - Reflecting on Healing and Maturity</p><p>38:55 - Navigating Hard Conversations</p><p>48:39 - Closing Thoughts on Reconciliation</p><p><br></p><p>UNpolished Church podcast exists to help equip and resource Christians toward experiencing greater intimacy with one another, transformation into Christ, and impact for Jesus’ redemptive mission in the world.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have enjoyed or benefited from this podcast, please share with a friend and be sure to turn notifications on so you will be alerted to future episodes!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to receive updates: https://www.jonsherwood.com/podcast</p><p><br></p><p>#ChristianCommunity #microchurch #jonsherwood #unpolishedpodcast #missionalcommunities #community #organicchurch #housechurch #discipleship #christian #christianity #spiritualformation #church #churchleadership #churchgrowth #followingjesus #jesuschrist #spiritualgrowth #spiritualpractices #spiritualdisciplines #theology #bibleteaching #practicingtheway #communitypractice #smallgroups #bodyofchrist #forgiveness #reconciliation #christcentered #kingdomofgod</p>