Beyond the Weekend Podcast

<p>In this special bonus episode of the Beyond the Weekend Podcast, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis invite listeners behind the scenes of Ada Bible Church's upcoming 2027 Turkey &amp; Greece study trip. More than a travel experience, this journey is designed to deepen your understanding of Scripture by walking through the places where the early church was born and the New Testament was written. Together, they explore why biblical history and geography matter, how seeing these places transforms the way you read God's Word, and why the questions the early church faced are remarkably similar to our own today. Whether you're considering joining the trip or simply want to better understand the world of the Bible, this conversation will encourage you to own your faith, trust God more deeply, and discover why encountering Scripture in its original setting leaves a lasting impact long after you return home.</p><p></p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p><ol><li>Join us! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://gtitours.org/trip/adaturkey27">Turkey / Greece Study Tour with Ada Bible</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://gtitours.org/">gtitours.org </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ACT.17.NIV">Acts 17 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ACT.8.4.NIV">Acts 8:4 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ACT.13.NIV">Acts 13 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/EPH.1.NIV">Ephesians 1-3 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/REV.2.8.NIV">Revelation 2:8 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/REV.3.7.NIV">Revelation 3:7 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ACT.19.NIV">Acts 19 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/COL.1.18.NIV">Colossians 1:18 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/ACT.20.24.NIV">Acts 20:24 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1CO.12.27.NIV">1 Corinthians 12:27 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1CO.13.NIV">1 Corinthians 13 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> </li></ol>

<p><strong>Powerful Prayers | S9E7 Beyond The Weekend Podcast </strong></p><p>In the final episode of our Powerful Prayers series, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis sit down with Pastor Aaron to unpack Paul's prayer for the church in Colossae. Together, they explore the history of this small but significant city, the cultural pressures facing the early church, and Paul's desire for believers to grow in a deep, experiential knowledge of God. The conversation highlights what it means to keep God's Word central in everyday life, why true Christian strength comes from God's power rather than our own, and how enduring faith is formed through daily dependence on Christ (with some bonus Summer tips!). As the series concludes, listeners are encouraged to continue growing in prayer, trusting that God uses ordinary prayers to transform our hearts, strengthen his people, and advance the gospel in our families, friendships, and communities.</p><p> </p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p><ol><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/2128">Submit your 50 Days of Prayer Stories</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://youtu.be/t8Ijk25Puh0?si=vTwbuKuQuIhummME">Full Kirk Cousins Interview</a></li><li>Join us! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://gtitours.org/trip/adaturkey27">Turkey / Greece Study Tour with Ada Bible</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/COL.1.NIV">Colossians</a> </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/info/upcoming-events/">Ada Bible on YouVersion </a>| Bible Reading Plan </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/worship-night">Prayer and Worship Night</a> | June 25</li></ol><p></p><p>Listen to the sermon for this podcast, <em>Powerful Prayers | Paul's Prayer</em> at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/">adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/</a></p><p></p><p>Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/1710">https://my.adabible.org/page/1710</a></p>

<p><strong>Powerful Prayers | S9E6 Beyond The Weekend Podcast </strong></p><p>In this episode of the Beyond the Weekend Podcast, Stephen Lewis and Amelia Rhodes sit down with Pastor Aaron Buer to explore Daniel's powerful prayer in Daniel 9 and what it looks like to pursue master-level, mature prayer. Together, they dig into the world of Babylon, the relationship between Scripture and prayer, how to read the Bible faithfully and avoid misapplying it, and the role of fasting in a deepening prayer life. The conversation is honest and personal, with each of them sharing how growing in prayer has changed them. Whether you're a prayer beginner or looking to go deeper, this episode offers a compelling invitation to learn from one of the Bible's great models of faithful, God-honoring prayer.</p><p> </p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p><ol><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://bit.ly/4gnFJ5b"><em>In His Image</em></a><em>,</em> by Jen Wilkin</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1KI.8.46-49.NIV">1 Kings 8:46–49</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JER.29.NIV">Jeremiah 29</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://bit.ly/4eo9nEN"><em>Gentle and Lowly</em></a>, by Dane Ortlund</li><li>The Lord's Prayer, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/MAT.6.9-13.NIV">Matthew 6:9–13</a></li><li>Submit your 50 Days of Prayer Stories <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/2128">here</a> </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/beyond-the-weekend/">Beyond the Weekend Devotional</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/DAN.9.NIV">Daniel 9</a></li><li>Hall of Faith, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/HEB.11.NIV">Hebrews 11</a></li></ol><p></p><p>Listen to the sermon for this podcast, <em>Powerful Prayers | Daniel’s Prayer</em> at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/">adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/</a></p><p></p><p>Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/1710">https://my.adabible.org/page/1710</a></p><p></p>

<p>In this episode of the Beyond the Weekend Podcast, Amelia Rhodes and Stephen Lewis sit down with Pastor Jeff Manion to explore Paul’s prayer for the church in Philippians 1 and what it means for love to overflow in a community of imperfect people. Together, they unpack the real conflict behind Paul’s letter to the Philippians, why observable love is meant to be the defining mark of the Jesus community, and how prayer—not simply trying harder—shapes us into people who love like Christ. The conversation offers practical ways to pray Scripture, encourages listeners to pray for others in everyday moments, and reminds us that the gospel empowers broken people to love broken people. Whether you're navigating conflict, longing for deeper community, or looking for simple ways to grow in prayer, this episode points back to the love of Jesus, who went first and makes this kind of love possible.</p><p></p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode can be <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://canva.link/56g54qdqqlvsqm4">found here</a></p><p></p><p>Listen to the sermon for this podcast, <em>Powerful Prayers | Insightful Love </em>at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/">adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/</a></p><p></p><p>Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/1710">https://my.adabible.org/page/1710</a></p>

<p>In this episode of the Beyond the Weekend Podcast, Stephen Lewis and Amelia Rhodes are joined by Aaron Buer to explore Solomon’s prayer dedicating the temple in 1 Kings 8. Together, they unpack the historical and archaeological evidence surrounding Solomon’s temple, the covenant promises that led to its construction, and the surprising truth that no building could ever contain the presence of God. </p><p> </p><p>Resources mentioned in this episode:</p><ol><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://amzn.to/4vkMI39">Cultural Background Study Bible NIV</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://bit.ly/3PNinv7">1 Kings 5, 7</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://tmsifting.org/en/">The Temple Mount Sifting Project</a></li><li>Tel Dan Stele </li><li>Join us! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://gtitours.org/trip/adaturkey27">Turkey / Greece Study Tour with Ada Bible</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/DEU.7.9.NIV">Deuteronomy 7:9</a> </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1KI.8.23.NIV">1 Kings 8:23 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/DAN.9.4.NIV">Daniel 9:4 </a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/NEH.1.5.NIV">Nehemiah 1:5</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/REV.21.NIV">Revelation 21</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JHN.1.NIV">John 1</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/PSA.139.NIV">Psalm 139</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/series/the-dwelling-place/"> The Dwelling Place</a>, an Ada Bible Church series</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://bit.ly/49AtEpd">1 Kings 8:43, 60</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://amzn.to/4u9TRlQ"><em>The Mission of God</em> </a>by Christopher Wright </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/beyond-the-weekend/">Beyond The Weekend Devotional</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> </li></ol><p></p><p>Listen to the sermon for this podcast, <em>Powerful Prayers | Solomon's Prayer </em>at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers/">adabible.org/series/powerful-prayers</a></p><p></p><p>Have questions for the podcast? Submit your questions related to the sermons here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://my.adabible.org/page/1710">https://my.adabible.org/page/1710</a></p>