Charlie Kirk’s legacy wasn’t simply in the opinions he held, but in how he held them. He modeled something rare: conviction without cruelty, truth without tearing others down, and dialogue without dismissing people. Once upon a time, what people saw of you in person was what they knew of you. Your values and tone carried into every interaction, even online. But the anonymity of digital space shifted something. From a distance, people began to say things they would never say…
Series Recap: Your Story – Written in His Blood, Told by Your WordsThis Week: The Understated In This Week’s Day After Church Podcast… In this episode, we close out the Your Story series with a focus on humility. Whether you joined us at Light Christian Center or another church in your city, the reminder is the same: your story matters most when it points to Jesus. This week’s conversation unpacks how pride can shift the spotlight toward us, but humility…
📣 New Book Release: The Intentional Church Team is Here! By Dr. Craig Smee What if your church team wasn’t just filling roles—but building people?What if discipleship wasn’t just something we talked about—but something our systems actually supported? After years of walking with churches through the highs, lows, and plateaus of ministry, I finally put pen to paper. The Intentional Church Team is the result. And today, I’m thrilled to announce—it’s live. 💡 Why This Book Matters The Intentional Church…
🎧 Podcast Notes – The Day After Church Podcast Series: Family: Covenant RelationshipsEpisode: Week 1 – Husbands and Wives: The Covenant of Harmony Episode Summary In this episode of The Day After Church Podcast, Pastor Craig unpacks the launch of our new series, Family: Covenant Relationships. Week 1 focused on Husbands and Wives – The Covenant of Harmony. We explored what it really means to live in covenant—not contract—and why intimacy is at the heart of every covenant relationship. Marriage…
The Day After Church Podcast: Your Story Series Recap: Your Story – Written in His Blood, Told by Your WordsThis Week: The Understated In This Week’s Day After Church Podcast… In this episode, we close out the Your Story series with a focus on humility. Whether you joined us at Light Christian Center or another church in your city, the reminder is the same: your story matters most when it points to Jesus. This week’s conversation unpacks how pride can…
Catch the Wind – Week 7 Breathed Into Motion The Filling of the Holy Spirit BIG IDEA The Holy Spirit doesn’t just come upon you — He stirs within you.His filling is not a one-time event but a divine rhythm.When the stirring comes, it’s heaven’s signal: It’s time to move. “On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it…
Catch the Wind – Week 6 Gifted To Go Gifts That Carry the Wind You weren’t just gifted for church — you were gifted for life. The gifts of the Holy Spirit were always meant to follow believers — not stay in the building. Signs and wonders follow those who believe — not just those who preach. “These miraculous signs will accompany those who believe…” —Mark 16:17a (NLT) Difference Between Natural Abilities & Spiritual Gifts Ability is what you’re born…
