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The Fire Pit

The Fire Pit

By Aldersgate Nixa

Caleb Brandt and Evan Reed from Aldersgate UMC in Nixa, Missouri, wanted to find another way to connect. They decided that a podcast would be a great way to communicate with both students and parents about the lessons that they are teaching the Middle School and High School students at Aldersgate.
*The basis of the lessons comes from Stuff You Can Use's Grow Curriculum.
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The Fire PitOct 09, 2020

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Celebration!

Celebration!

In this episode of "The Fire Pit," Caleb and Evan finish the book of Nehemiah and talk about how we are called to celebrate God and others once our God-Sized Goals are complete.

*The foundation of this episode is taken from Grow Curriculum's series "Goals."

Jan 29, 202149:25
In The Face Of Opposition

In The Face Of Opposition

Join Caleb and Evan around "The Fire Pit" as they continue their discussion of Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild the wall. This week the conversation gets into some of the opposition that Nehemiah faced while he worked to accomplish his God-Sized Goal.


*The foundation of this conversation comes from Grow Curriculum's series "Goals."

Jan 22, 202153:28
Designed for God Sized Goals

Designed for God Sized Goals

Caleb and Evan talk about Nehemiah's plan to build the wall. The conversation centers around how we are part of God's plans and goals. They also connect Nehemiah's goals to Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream.


*The starting point of this conversation comes from Grow Curriculum's series "Goals."

Jan 15, 202151:31
God Sized Goals

God Sized Goals

In this episode of "The Fire Pit," Caleb and Evan talk through the start of the book of Nehemiah and Nehemiah's God-sized goals. 

*The starting point of this discussion comes from Grow Curriculum's series "Goals."

Jan 08, 202145:29
This Is The Greatest Gift!

This Is The Greatest Gift!

Caleb and Evan talk about the crazy gift that God gave us all on Christmas! * The base for this discussion comes from Grow Curriculum's "Merry Christmas To Me."
Dec 18, 202045:14
Characters of Christmas

Characters of Christmas

Caleb and Evan talk about the Shepherds and the Wise Men that visited Jesus after his birth. 


*The base of their conversation comes from Grow Curriculum's series "Merry Christmas To Me."

Dec 11, 202046:16
I Want to Wish You an Uncomfortable Christmas

I Want to Wish You an Uncomfortable Christmas

Caleb and Evan talk about the first Christmas and how uncomfortable it was. They also challenge us to make our Christmas experience more uncomfortable as well.


The basis of their discussion comes from Grow Curriculum's series "Merry Christmas to Me."

Dec 04, 202042:12
Erasing Envy

Erasing Envy

This week, Caleb and Evan talk about the impact that envy can have on our life as well as ways to overcome it. If you have questions or comments please send them to thefirepit@aldersgatechurch.com


This discussion is based on Grow Curriculum's series "Canceled."

Nov 20, 202044:43
Sheep and Goats

Sheep and Goats

Caleb and Evan are back with another episode of "The Fire Pit." Sorry for the few weeks that we were away, quarantine puts a hurdle on recording a podcast. In this episode, the topic is all about loving others the way Jesus wants us to.


Our discussion is based on Grow Curriculum's series "Canceled."

Nov 13, 202045:42
Naps and Snacks

Naps and Snacks

In this week's episode, Caleb and Evan talk about the life of Elijah. Through this conversation, they dig into who God is, who he has created us to be, and how we can do difficult things with God's help. 

Caleb and Evan use Grow Curriculum's series "True Story" as the base of their conversation!

Oct 16, 202044:21
Limited Edition

Limited Edition

This week Caleb and Evan talk about figuring out who God is and helping to understand who God has created us to be. 

The basis of their talk comes from Grow Curriculum's series "True Story."

Oct 09, 202041:58
Letting Go and Grabbing On

Letting Go and Grabbing On

This week Caleb and Evan talk about how we can grow by letting go of bad habits. So, learn some of Caleb and Evan's bad habits as well as find tips to help overcome them. Feel free to reach out with comments or questions to thefirepit@aldersgatechurch.com

The basis of their conversation is taken from Grow Curriculum's series "Stretch." 

Sep 25, 202045:24
Supplements, Stretches, and Spiritual Habits

Supplements, Stretches, and Spiritual Habits

Caleb and Evan talk about new ways that we can stretch our faith by taking on new spiritual habits. 

Caleb and Evan are using Grow Curriculum's series "Stretch" as the basis for their conversations.

Sep 18, 202046:14
Head, Shoulders, Knees, or Toes?

Head, Shoulders, Knees, or Toes?

This week, Caleb and Evan talk about how to grow and stretch your faith and how it starts with commitment.

Caleb and Evan are using Grow Curriculum's series "Stretch" as the building block for this conversation.

Sep 11, 202045:38
Questions Questions Questions

Questions Questions Questions

In this unique episode of "The Fire Pit", Caleb and Evan had their coworkers submit random questions for them to answer. Some were biblical, some were fun, and some started Caleb and Evan on long nerdy rants. Get to know Caleb and Evan a little deeper as well as some good spiritual points along the way.

Sep 04, 202042:26
Armor Up

Armor Up

Caleb and Evan talk about The Armor of God as well as one of Caleb's more memorable dates. Also, who needs pants anyway?

Our discussions are built off of Grow Curriculum's series "Squad Up."

Aug 28, 202046:25
Growing Together

Growing Together

Caleb and Evan talk about epic wins, fails, and ways that we all can grow closer to God when we grow together.

Aug 21, 202039:48
Walls to Tables

Walls to Tables

In this episode of "The Fire Pit," Caleb and Evan discuss trashy tv, Ephesians 2, and how to turn walls into tables. Please reach out with any questions or comments to thefirepit@aldersgatechurch.com!

Also, we want to give credit to Grow Curriculum. The basis of our lessons comes from the Grow Curriculum from Stuff You Can Use.

Aug 14, 202035:08
What Squad Are You In?

What Squad Are You In?

Welcome to the first episode of "The Fire Pit." Caleb Brandt and Evan Reed from Aldersgate UMC in Nixa, Missouri, are hosting this podcast. We will be musing over the lessons we have taught to students during the week, provide more information, and hopefully allow parents and students additional information that can be discussed about the topics.

Aug 05, 202034:20