Transformed

Episode #027 - Are We Doing it God's Way?

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 23:00:00 +0000

Every new car comes with an owner’s manual. Yet, most people fail to read it and follow it’s directions. Why is that? Before we answer that, consider an even greater question. God has given us his owner’s manual for life abundant. Why do so many people choose to ignore the Bible? In today’s episode, “Are We Doing It God’s Way?” Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, Transformation Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Palos Verdes, California opens the book of Acts and shows us how the apostles chose replacements in the Jerusalem Church when it was needed. Going back to the ‘owners manual’, Pastor Matt opens Acts 1 as he continues his new series: “God Empowers You to Send You!” Let’s listen now as he shows us how the first leadership selection within the Church reveals God’s pattern for God’s strategy and structure for His Church. This is the final episode on this feed. If you are looking for future episodes please visit eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #025 - Do We Expect God's Power Upon Our LIves

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 18:24:00 +0000

"I have to fill my tank" is more than a response to a need in our car. Being filled with God's Spirit can mean the difference between effectiveness and powerlessness in our witness of the great things the Lord has done for us. In order to live the Christ-life, and complete the work of Jesus, we must have the filling of the Holy Spirit. In today's episode, Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, Transformation Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Palos Verdes, California explains how God brings filling into our lives. Once filled with the Holy Spirit, there is a sweetness to our demeanor which draws people both to us and to our Savior. Let's listen in as Dr. Smith shows the congregation in Palos Verdes how to be filled with God's Holy Spirit. Please open your Bible to Acts 1 now as we join Pastor Matt in this continuing series from the book of Acts: "God Empowers You to Send You!" For more information about this podcast visit our website at eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #024 - Are We Living Jesus’ Ultimate Purpose?

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 19:44:00 +0000

Have you noticed how grandparents need almost no encouragement to share pictures of their grandchildren? No training, no lessons – they just take out a picture, shove it in your face and begin telling you how wonderful their grandchild is! In today’s episode, “Are We Living Jesus’ Ultimate Purpose?” Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, Transformation Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Palos Verdes, California shows us that witnessing to the great things God has done for us is as simple as sharing photos of your grandchildren! As you open your Bible to Acts 1, let’s join Pastor Matt as he continues his new series from the book of Acts: “God Empowers You to Send You!” Our pivotal role in the mission of God’s Kingdom is today’s theme as Dr. Smith speaks to the congregation in Palos Verdes about the ultimate purpose of Jesus! Today’s episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - “By Your Love” by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information check out our website at eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #023 - Are We Focused on Jesus’ Highest Priority?

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:09:00 +0000

Dr. Smith takes us to the core purpose of Jesus Christ in these last days: The Kingdom of God. He is assisted with this message by his good friend, Dave Pearce, who sits by him at a table throughout the delivery … wanting to be fed! The laughter you will hear will most likely be Dave wanting more of the food that Pastor Matt is feeding him throughout the presentation. Dave illustrates our greatest obstacle to living for the kingdom of God. For shownotes please visit eaglesinleadership.org

Episode #022 - Celebrating God’s Love for Us!

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 20:43:00 +0000

In this first podcast of 2008, Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, Transformation Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Palos Verdes, California will explain to us what bonuses God gives to his followers in today’s episode, “Celebrating God’s Love for Us!” Looking at the last chapter of the Bible, Revelation 22, Pastor Matt explores why Jesus gives His people rewards when time ends. Along the way Dr. Smith will share 4 key observations concerning these “paychecks” that will allow us to transform our lifestyle and become a recipient of God’s tangible blessings for all eternity! Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #021 - Happy New Year from Eagles in Leadership

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 11:56:00 +0000

A special New Year's greeting from Pastor Matt and Mike Powers. Music for this episode is "Auld Lang Syne" - Ajero Mario (PodSafe Music Network).

Episode #020 - Jesus Came to be Our Shepherd!

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 23:53:00 +0000

In this special Christmas podcast we discover the joy of God’s love! In today's special Christmas episode, "Jesus Came to be Our Shepherd!" Pastor Matt draws our attention to the life we have in our King and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Biblical illustration repeated often concerning our relationship with God is that of Shepherd and Sheep. God is our shepherd and we are ‘the sheep of his pasture.’ Joy is the result of staying close to the Shepherd This makes Christmas a special time for celebrating our joy in Christ, the shepherd of our souls. In fact, Christmas reminds us that our Shepherd cares for us – that is why He came and that is why He is coming again for us – to care for us! Let me encourage you to open your Bible to Revelation 7 and allow Pastor Matt to comfort your heart as he teaches the congregation in Palos Verdes to look forward to rejoice in the care of our Shepherd, Jesus Christ. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode courtesy of the Saddleback Church: http://saddlebackfamily.com - "He Is Emmanuel" From "The Journey" Performed by Emily Gomez

Episode #019 - "Jesus Came to Present Us With Hope!"

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:40:00 +0000

It's Christmas – a time of hope! In today's episode, "Jesus Came to Present Us With Hope!" Pastor Matt draws our attention to the "coming" or "arrival" of Jesus. The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus the Christ in his First Coming, and the anticipation of the return of Christ the King in his Second Coming. Thus, Christmas is a time for celebrating our hope in Christ, the revelation that through Christ all of creation might be reconciled to God. Christmas reflects this emphasis on the Second Coming, including themes of accountability for faithfulness at His coming, judgment on sin, and the hope of eternal life. Since hope comes from looking for Jesus' soon return, Christmas is a great time to focus on His second coming. Let me encourage you to open your Bible to James 5 and allow Pastor Matt to encourage your heart as he teaches the congregation in Palos Verdes to look forward to the soon return of Jesus Christ. Music for this episode courtesy of the Saddleback Church: http://saddlebackfamily.com - "He Is Emmanuel" From "The Journey" Performed by Emily Gomez

Episode #018 - Focusing our Life through God’s Love!

Sun, 16 Dec 2007 16:49:00 +0000

With only a few days until Christmas, Pastor Matt continues the journey we began last time by “Focusing our Life through God’s Love!” In today’s episode, “Jesus Came to Provide Us His Refuge!, we learn that God’s refuge is His peace. The path to God’s peace is the road of grace. Christmas reminds us that after centuries of unrest and occupation, rebellion and slavery, the people of God longed for a Savior who was strong enough to bring about a lasting peace. Today we celebrate this Peace-Giver: Jesus Christ. Since peace comes through God’s grace, this is truly the real meaning of Christmas. Music for this episode courtesy of the Saddleback Church: http://saddlebackfamily.com - "He Is Emmanuel" From "The Journey" Performed by Emily Gomez

Episode #017 - Jesus Came to Share His Life!

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:04:00 +0000

As we draw close to Christmas, Pastor Matt takes us on a journey of expectation today. In today’s episode, “Jesus Came to Share His Life!”, we discover that the expectations we have for the holy days color our enjoyment of them. Drawing from the richness of Ephesians 2, Pastor Matt opens the “gift of life” and explains God’s deep desire to make us truly alive! Since this is the real meaning of Christmas, let me encourage you to open your Bible to Ephesians 2 and allow Pastor Matt to encourage your heart as he teaches the congregation in Palos Verdes to open the gift of life from Jesus Christ.

Episode #016 - How to Be Genuine in Your Love

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 23:33:00 +0000

In today’s humorous episode, “How to Be Genuine in Your Love ”, Pastor Matt draws us into the heart of the issue by taking us to 1 Corinthians 13 – the love chapter. As he talks about our “love tank” being empty or full, Pastor Matt illustrates true, Godly love from both real life and God’s Word. Since “love covers a multitude of sins”, Dr. Smith seeks to lead us on a Biblical evaluation of the ‘fullness’ of our love. Please open your Bible to 1 Corinthians 13 and prepare to laugh with Pastor Matt as he teaches the congregation in Palos Verdes on “How to be genuine in your love!”

Episode #15 - How to Be Right With God

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 22:52:00 +0000

In “How to Be Right With God!”, which is today’s episode, Pastor Matt clears the confusion that seems to exist about who has salvation – according to the New Testament. With precision and illustration, this episode will help you understand and explain what being right with God is all about. As he opens passages from the life and writings of Paul in this podcast, Pastor Matt wants you to be sure you have eternal life. Reflecting upon his marriage of 28 years to Melodee, Pastor Matt draws parallels to the spiritual life God wants everyone to possess. As you listen, we know you will discover exactly what God means when He offers you eternal life!

Episode #14 - How to Reach Our Friends for Christ!

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 22:28:00 +0000

Every one of us would like to know “How to Reach Our Friends for Christ!” In today’s episode, Pastor Matt unlocks one of the simplest – and most proven methods – of bringing family and friends into the family of God! As he opens Acts 2 in this podcast, Pastor Matt explains that we don’t need a seminar to reach our friends for Christ. In fact, as we will see in this lesson, all we really need is a plate – and the love and concern of Jesus Christ.

Episode #013 - "How to Have Eternal Life"

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:06:00 +0000

In today's episode, "How To Have Eternal Life", Pastor Matt reminds us that God loves you so much that He wants to spend forever with you. Open up the most familiar passage of the Bible, John 3:16, and we will discover that God so deeply loves us that He hasn't send Jesus into the world to condemn us. In fact, Jesus came to rescue us from an eternity apart from God's abundant and compassionate love. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #012 - God is Looking For You -- He Has Good News!

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 23:15:00 +0000

In today’s episode Pastor Matt shares the 4 steps to living out the mission of God’s heart – reaching us with His love! This message starts a brand new series entitled, Offering Your Life through God’s Love! Opening up the most familiar passage of the Bible, John 3.16, we will discover that God so deeply loves us that he hasn’t sent Jesus into the world to condemn us! In fact, Jesus came to rescue us from an eternity apart from God’s abundant and compassionate love. We know this message is bound to change the way you look at God and the way you look at your friends and family … we hope you will see the love of Jesus Christ and seek to bring more of your life into alignment with His passion! Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #011 - God Created You to Love You

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 14:58:00 +0000

n today’s episode, “God Created You to Love You!”, we see the heart of God revealed throughout the Bible. Looking at 5 key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Pastor Matt opens 5 of God’s invitations to his people – invitations to experience His abundant love. Each invitation, when personally opened, provides a deeper, more intimate feeling of peace and security. It is our hope that you will be open to God’s invitations and accept all of the love He wants to give you! Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #010 - Under the Management of God’s Love and Compassion

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 17:38:00 +0000

Today Pastor Matt shares a message entitled “Under the Management of God’s Love and Compassion.” In it we discover the three key roles Jesus must have if our lives are to experience ALL of the abundance He promises. Weaving through the words of Jesus, Pastor Matt opens the book of Matthew, hoping this message will bring you the tools necessary to take your spiritual relationship with Jesus to a whole new level. With those changes, you will experience “above and beyond” what you could ask or think possible from God so that “you can have life, and have it more abundantly.”

Episode #009 - How to Enter God’s Kingdom!

Sun, 07 Oct 2007 11:26:00 +0000

We are so glad you have joined us for today’s exciting episode, “How to Enter God’s Kingdom!” As Pastor Matt opens the Bible to Matthew 21, we discover what God expects of us if we are to spend eternity with Him. Drawing from the messages of John the Baptist, Jesus and the apostle Paul, Pastor Matt clarifies the New Testament’s directions for life eternal. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #008 - How to Experience God’s Care for You!

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 22:25:00 +0000

In today’s episode we discover that even though we may serve God, it is possible to have a cold heart. As Pastor Matt opens the book of Jonah we see that even as a Prophet of God, Jonah’s heart is tainted by prejudice. While being called to share God’s message of love with the people of Nineveh, the frigidity of racial discrimination takes over and almost destroys God’s mission. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #007 - Understanding God’s Heart of Love

Sun, 23 Sep 2007 00:04:00 +0000

In today's episode Pastor Matt teaches us about “Understanding God’s Heart of Love”, which should be our daily passion. Pastor Matt continues the series, “Receiving the Forgiveness of Life through God’s Love!”. Today's lesson is from Daniel 9. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #006 - How to Have God's Hope & Healing

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 18:55:00 +0000

In today’s episode, Pastor Matt starts a new series, “Receiving the Forgiveness of Life Through God's Life!” by exploring three activities for God's hope and healing to become ours out of Ezekiel 36. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #005 - How to Have Hope When Trouble Comes

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 23:10:00 +0000

In today’s episode, Pastor Matt completes the series, “Encouraging Your Life through God’s Love!” by explaining “How to Have Hope When Trouble Comes!” Since trouble comes to every home and to every heart sooner or later, we are sure these two insights from Ezekiel 18 will bring encouragement to your heart today. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #004 - Encouraging Your Life through God’s Love

Sun, 02 Sep 2007 12:42:00 +0000

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith teaches from Lamentations 3 - showing us three benefits of God’s loving discipline. As you listen to today’s episode, allow God to fill you with His hope! Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #003 - When Things Seem Darkest, God Wants to Be Closest

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 23:49:00 +0000

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith teaches from Jeremiah 31 - showing us from Jeremiah’s journal that when God allows us to go through hard times – whether personal, financial, at work, with family or in our church community – He will also provide us with hope! Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #002 - How to Have Courage When Attacked

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 11:25:00 +0000

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith teaches from Jeremiah 11 - showing us from Jeremiah’s journal how God gives us courage in difficult times. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.

Episode #001 - God Holds Us Secure Through His Love

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 12:31:00 +0000

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith teaches from Isaiah 53 - sharing three realities of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on our behalf. Today's episode is hosted by Mike Powers, edited by Tabitha Grace Smith. Music for this episode was obtained from the Podsafe Music Network - "By Your Love" by Matthew Casteel, his website is matthewcastelle.com. For more information about this podcast please go to www.eaglesinleadership.org.