Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Growing Forward”
In this special episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer sits down for a virtual interview with Eli, a Jewish tour guide and follower of Jesus living in Israel. Eli shares his powerful testimony of coming to faith in Christ after his military service, the cost …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer explores the spiritual discipline of fasting and why it’s far more than just not eating. He explains that while Scripture never commands believers to fast, it consistently invites us to use fasting as a way to pursue something …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer tackles the big question: Does the Bible contradict itself? Drawing from biblical passages on judging, responding to criticism, rest and work, and befriending the world, Andy unpacks how seemingly opposite Scripture verses are actually complementary truths that …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer unpacks the theme of manipulation through the dynamics of Genesis 30. Using Rachel, Leah, Reuben, and Jacob’s stories, he shows how our desire for control often reveals a lack of trust in God—and he offers four …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy unpacks how the enemy schemes against believers and why the spiritual realm is more real than we often recognize. He walks through three practical responses—breaking up with the old, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and armoring …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer talks through the controversy surrounding the Super Bowl halftime show and why the Comer family chose an alternative, lovingly challenging Christians to think carefully about what they allow into their minds and hearts. Andy then speaks …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer and guest Todd West unpack what it truly means to bring someone to Jesus—not through complicated methods, but through simple, genuine relationships and everyday obedience. Drawing from the story of the paralytic in Luke 5 and …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer sits down with Pastor Stephen Castleberry to unpack what might be the most difficult step in the Christian life—forgiveness—a laying down of our right to “get even” and trusting God with our deepest hurts. Drawing from …
In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer unpacks what the Bible really means when it says, “Wives, submit to your husbands,” in Ephesians 5. He lays out three foundational truths—equal value, different gifts, and God’s good order—then explores how biblical submission and Christlike …
Reflecting on the future and the uncertainties of life may evoke fear or even great excitement. However you tend to lean, be encouraged that God has a plan for you! In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer unpacks how Jesus always prepares His …
Is hell real—and if so, is it eternal or temporary? In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy delves into what the Bible actually says about hell, God’s justice, and why this doctrine should fuel our urgency to share the gospel. Watch this week’s episode …
In this episode of Growing Forward (the last one until 2026!) Pastor Andy Comer uses a powerful football analogy to explore why the Christian life is a marathon of endurance rather than a quick sprint. By examining the Hall of Fame career of Emmitt Smith …
In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, Pastor Andy Comer unpacks the essential role of contentment and gratitude in experiencing true thanksgiving, drawing from biblical passages and personal stories. Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a spiritual discipline rooted in rejoicing in the Lord, even when life is …
God established feasts as reminders, not routines. In this episode of Growing Forward, pastor Andy Comer explores how holiday traditions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s are designed as meaningful reminders, not just routines. Drawing connections between Passover symbolism and our Christian faith, Andy offers …
