McGregor Podcast

Matthew - The King has Come
"Pictures Of The Kingdom"
(Matthew 13:44-52)
Ian this episode of the McGregor Podcast, Pastor Russell explores Matthew 13:44-52, sharing four vivid parables that reveal the nature of God’s kingdom. He emphasizes that discovering the gospel is both a personal and priceless experience, urging listeners to prioritize Jesus above all else. The episode also wrns of the coming judgment and stresses the urgency of genuine faith. Pastor Russell challenges believers to deliver the message of Christ to others, highlighting the importance of joyful generosity and obedience. This powerful message inspires viewers to embrace and share the value of the gospel in their daily lives.
Sermon Notes
March 22, 2026Russell Howard • Lead Pastor
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Easter is days away, and one question runs through this episode: who are you going to invite?
 
Hosts Mark and Tamar walk through the full week ahead at McGregor, welcoming producer Christian back after paternity leave and introducing the church family to Arlo Miller. Topics include Newcomer Coffee returning to the green on March 29, the Good News event on Monday March 30 at 6:30 PM in the Grace Building for kids and families, Palm Sunday night of worship at 5:00 PM, the midweek passion service on April 1 at 6:30 PM with a fellowship meal from 4:30 to 6, and what to expect as Renew Phase 2 preparations begin.
 
The episode closes with a statistic worth sitting with: 70% of Americans say they would attend church if a friend personally invited them. Easter cards and missional kits are ready.
 
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Few questions carry more weight than this one: what actually separates Catholic and Protestant belief, and does it still matter?In this Hot Topic teaching, Pastor Russell Howard walks through four major areas where Catholicism and evangelical Christianity converge and diverge, covering the canon of Scripture, the authority of the Bible alone, the veneration of Mary and the saints, and the nature of justification before God.At the heart of the conversation is one defining question: is Christ's work on the cross a finished act or a contribution to an ongoing process? Whether you grew up Catholic, left the faith, or simply want to understand what you believe and why, this teaching gives you a biblical framework to think clearly and speak charitably.
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The Fate of the Fallen, from our Midweek Bible Study: "Book of Jude" - 3.18.26
Taught by Russell Howard.
Unbelief is not a passive thing. It is active, dangerous, and Scripture takes it with complete seriousness. In this Wednesday night teaching, Pastor Russell Howard works through Jude 5-7, showing how three Old Testament examples, apostate Jews, fallen angels, and the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, each trace the same fatal pattern: unbelief leads to rebellion, and rebellion leads to judgment. He addresses the difference between someone who has genuinely trusted Christ and someone who has only ever dabbled around the edges of Christianity. Whether you are wrestling with doubt, examining your own faith, or trying to understand what the Bible says about those who walk away, this teaching gives you a biblical framework to think clearly and stand firm.
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Few questions carry more weight than this one: what actually separates Catholic and Protestant belief, and does it still matter?In this Hot Topic teaching, Pastor Russell Howard walks through four major areas where Catholicism and evangelical Christianity converge and diverge, covering the canon of Scripture, the authority of the Bible alone, the veneration of Mary and the saints, and the nature of justification before God.At the heart of the conversation is one defining question: is Christ's work on the cross a finished act or a contribution to an ongoing process? Whether you grew up Catholic, left the faith, or simply want to understand what you believe and why, this teaching gives you a biblical framework to think clearly and speak charitably.
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Why does God allow evil to continue if Jesus is already King? That question isn't just philosophical. For most of us, it is personal.
 
Ryan Flint brings this week's Matthew 13 study to Beyond the Notes, focusing on the parable of the wheat and the weeds. The episode covers why God's delay of judgment is not weakness but mercy, what Charles Spurgeon observed about every breath being evidence of God's patience, and what 2 Peter 3:9 tells us about God's disposition toward those who haven't yet believed.
 
Every person who has trusted Christ has already been blessed by that patience. This episode is for anyone carrying questions about suffering or injustice, and for believers who need a reminder of why the harvest has not yet come.
 
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Matthew - The King has Come
"The Kingdom In The Meantime"
(Matthew 13:24-43)
In this episode of the McGregor Podcast, Ryan Flint explores Matthew 13:24–43, unpacking Jesus’ parables about the kingdom and its presence amid a broken world. He addresses honest questions about why evil persists despite Christ’s reign and offers insight into the patient, discerning, and hope-filled life believers are called to live "in the meantime." Through vivid illustrations, warnings, and promises, Ryan Flint reveals how the kingdom advances, faces opposition, and calls us to fruitful obedience. Join us as we discover how God's perfect timing and transforming grace shape the journey between the already and the not yet.
March 15, 2026Ryan Flint • Worship Pastor
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Spring is a busy season at McGregor. But behind the calendar, something real is being built.
 
Mark, Tamar, and Adrien cover the week of March 15, including the member meeting, Journey Together classes on Wednesday nights, the Legacy Choir Praise Breakfast on March 21, and the Women's Ministry Pizza Puzzle Night on March 20. They also cover the Good News Guys Concert on March 30, the upcoming student ministry golf tournament at Forest Country Club, and the full Easter Passion Week schedule: Palm Sunday Night of Worship on March 29, the Midweek Passion Service on April 1, and Easter Sunday on April 5.
 
Listeners leave with a clear picture of what is happening at McGregor this spring and a low-pressure way to get involved. This episode is especially useful for anyone looking to invite a friend or neighbor to something before Easter.
 
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Few questions carry more weight than this one: what actually separates Catholic and Protestant belief, and does it still matter?In this Hot Topic teaching, Pastor Russell Howard walks through four major areas where Catholicism and evangelical Christianity converge and diverge, covering the canon of Scripture, the authority of the Bible alone, the veneration of Mary and the saints, and the nature of justification before God.At the heart of the conversation is one defining question: is Christ's work on the cross a finished act or a contribution to an ongoing process? Whether you grew up Catholic, left the faith, or simply want to understand what you believe and why, this teaching gives you a biblical framework to think clearly and speak charitably.
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Saved by Grace, Called to Obedience, from our Midweek Bible Study: "Book of Jude" - 3.11.26
Taught by Ron Cook.
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