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Beyond the Pulpit: Exploring the life and ministry of Walnut Creek Church Downtown. The mission of Walnut Creek Church is to glorify God by making authentic disciples of Jesus Christ who love and worship Him in all they do. Join us as we dive deep in to the word of God and provide updates about life in the church.

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This week we wrestle with what reconciliation looks like when real sin has fractured a relationship and the other person does not give a perfect confession. We use Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 45 to map a gospel-shaped path th... more

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This week we trace envy through Genesis 43 and the wider Genesis story, then ask what happens in us when someone close gets favour we think they did not earn. We land on a counterintuitive cure: God’s mercy and forgiveness free us t... more

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This week we ask the question that follows Easter morning: if Jesus is truly risen, where is he now and what is he doing. We walk through Acts 1 and Peter’s Pentecost sermon to see how the resurrection leads to the ascension, the se... more

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This week we kick off our Easter series Joyful Trembling by sitting with Mark’s account of the empty tomb and the strange mix of fear and awe it creates. We follow how trembling comes first, then lasting joy, as the resurrection of ... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Albers
Candidate for deacon
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Episode: #50: More People, More Problems, Meet The Deacons
Melanie Albers
Candidate for deacon
Walnut Creek Church Downtown
Episode: #50: More People, More Problems, Meet The Deacons
Dan Rood
Guest speaker and contributor on Genesis discussion
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Episode: #47: Goat Skins, Silver Coins, And A Whole Lot Of Bad Decisions
Donald Whitney
Professor and author of Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: #44: Pray The Bible, Meditate With Purpose
Sean McDowell
Author, speaker, and contributor to the Barna study.
Episode: #21: Beyond the Porn Phenomenon with Sean McDowell
Dr. Albert Mohler
President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: #17: Christians and Politics with Dr. Albert Mohler
Jon Crane
Pastor at Walnut Creek South and advocate for church planting.
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Episode: #15: Updates from the Southside
Tim Laehn
Recently completed pastoral residency and recommended as a pastor at Walnut Creek Church
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Episode: #11: Pastoral Residents, The Process, and a Candidate
Cody Smith
Leader of Kids Ministry at Walnut Creek Church
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Episode: #8: The Importance of Kids and Student Ministry

Hosts

Derek Wadley
Host of Beyond the Pulpit; affiliated with Walnut Creek Church; appears across episodes as primary moderator and co-host.
Luke Hookie
Co-host who participates in doctrinal discussions and application-focused dialogue.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Great resource!

    I love this resource for extra info on the sermons! Sermon time constraints don’t allow for every detail of the passage to be fleshed out. What a great way to get more reaching time in!

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    5
    Eme444444333333
    United States8 months ago
  • Very informative

    I enjoy listening to this podcast to hear more about what is going on at Walnut Creek Church. I also like how they expand on our current sermon series and answer questions that come up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Han_hen1
    United States9 months ago
  • Feedback Sandwich

    Love the content! Informative and helpful to further understand the decisions in the church. Would love better audio quality, but thankful for the information shared and further explanations from the sermons!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Carrie Krupke
    United States9 months ago
  • Deep Dives & Real Talk

    I really enjoy Beyond the Pulpit! One of my favorite things is how the pastors take time to answer real questions people have about previous sermons — it shows they really care and want people to understand and grow. They don’t just skim the surface either — they dive deep, but in a way that’s easy to follow. The pastors are super relatable and down-to-earth, and it honestly just feels like a genuine, thoughtful conversation every time. It’s helped me get more out of the messages and apply them ... more

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    5
    brookenorberg
    United States9 months ago

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Clear explanations of tough doctrines and biblical passages.
Deep-dives into questions show care for listener understanding and growth.
Enjoyable and relatable hosts, though audio quality sometimes mentioned in reviews.
Thoughtful, gospel-centered discussions that connect sermons to daily life.

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#44: Pray The Bible, Meditate With Purpose
Q: What are the two foundational disciplines discussed for spiritual growth?
The two foundational disciplines are praying the Bible and meditating on the Scriptures, which support and energize all other spiritual practices.
#30: 3 Questions about Faith, Grace, and Works
Q: How do we avoid the ditches of legalism and license?
Looking to the gospel keeps us on the right path, helping us to avoid the extremes of legalism and antinomianism.
#30: 3 Questions about Faith, Grace, and Works
Q: If we are saved by faith, does our obedience matter?
Yes, our obedience matters significantly as it demonstrates that our faith is real and true.
#30: 3 Questions about Faith, Grace, and Works
Q: How do you think through some of the ways or recognize some of the ways that legalism is starting to creep up in your own heart?
Christians can fall back into legalism by feeling the need to perform certain actions to make up for their sins rather than looking to the cross.
#9: Fall Launch
Q: What do we hope our people do when a new person walks through the door?
We hope that people will be welcoming and make an effort to engage with newcomers, directing them to the welcome center or inviting them to join groups or for coffee.

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A thoughtful Christian podcast built around biblical teaching, practical theology, and Q&A-style discussion. Episodes consistently explore core doctrines like salvation, assurance, grace, and resurrection, often tying insights to specific Bible passages and real-life application. The hosts—a trio from a Walnut Creek Church community—regularly address doubts, explain doctrinal nuances, and connect sermons to daily life, with a relatable, down-to-earth tone and plenty of scriptural references. Notable strengths include clear expository focus, willingness to tackle challenging questions, and a penchant for winding conversations into concrete takeaways for believers and church members alike.

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