The Compass Teaching Podcast

Choosing the Better Part | Luke 10:38-42 | Chris Harrell

In this message, we explore the history of great revivals and the common thread that fueled them all—prayer. Looking at Luke 10 and the story of Mary and Martha, we’re challenged to resist distraction and learn what it means to sit at the feet of Jesus. Prayer is not about checking off a list, but about connecting with the heart of the Father and seeing the world through His eyes. No matter where you find yourself—distant, discouraged, or deeply devoted—God’s invitation is open: “Jesus, teach us how to pray.”

 

Luke 10:38-42

 

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The Path to Flourishing | Deuteronomy 30:11-20 | Chris Harrell

God’s commandments are not just rules to follow but life-giving truths that lead us to flourishing and away from destruction. Moses urges us to choose life by loving God and walking in His ways, inviting us into a real relationship rather than mere rule-keeping. This message reminds us that God actively pursues us every day, calling us to say “yes” to His guidance. As we enter a new season, we are encouraged to embrace God’s path for a thriving, abundant life—for ourselves and the generations to come.

 

Deuteronomy 30

 

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Snapshots in Ezekiel | Ezekiel 34 & 37 | Robby Fowler

In this week’s Old Testament Mixtape message, Robby walks through Ezekiel 37’s vision of the valley of dry bones—a powerful picture of death, exile, and God’s power to restore. He explores what it means to be brought from death to life, not just individually but together as one unified people. Through Ezekiel and Ephesians, we’re reminded that salvation is not just personal—it’s communal. God chooses to partner with us to breathe life into what’s broken. This is a message of hope, unity, and the Spirit’s power to resurrect.

 

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Exekiel 34

Ezekiel 37

Ascending the Mountain of God | Psalm 24 | Graeme Gastineau

In this message from our OT Mixtape series, Graeme explores the theme of God’s holy mountain—the place where heaven and earth meet and people encounter God’s presence. Tracing this theme from Eden to the temple and ultimately to Jesus, we see how Christ makes a way for us to dwell with God. Psalm 24 asks, “Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord?” and the gospel answers that through Jesus, we are welcomed back into God’s presence to live as people who carry his Spirit into the world.

 

Psalm 24

 

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The Shema | Deuteronomy 6 | Chris Harrell

In this teaching, Chris Harrell looks at the Shema from Deuteronomy 6, emphasizing its central role in shaping the identity and daily life of God's people. He unpacks the call to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and strength, showing how this wholehearted devotion was meant to be lived out in every moment—at home, on the road, morning and night. Chris challenges us to consider what it means to intentionally form our lives around loving God, not just in belief, but in action and rhythm. His message encouraged us to pass on faith to the next generation through consistent, everyday faithfulness.

 

Deuteronomy 6

 

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The Story of Ruth | Liz Woodruff

In this teaching, Liz Woodruff shares a powerful message from the book of Ruth as part of our OT Mixtape series. She highlights Ruth’s story as one of unexpected loyalty, courageous faith, and God's quiet providence at work in everyday decisions. Liz invites us to see how God often works behind the scenes, using ordinary people and small acts of faithfulness to carry out His bigger redemptive plan. Her message reminds us that even in seasons of loss and uncertainty, God is present and writing a story of hope.

 

The Book of Ruth

 

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Aligning Loyalties | Exodus 14 | Chris Harrell

In this sermon, Chris Harrell emphasizes that salvation is about entering into the life that God desires for us rather than simply inviting Him into our lives. Drawing parallels with the Exodus narrative, he highlights God's sovereignty in the act of salvation and the importance of pledging allegiance to Jesus as King. The sermon underscores baptism as a crucial public declaration of faith, encouraging those who have not yet been baptized to take that step. Ultimately, Chris invites the church to reflect on their own allegiances and reassess where their loyalty lies, emphasizing the role of community in supporting each other's spiritual journeys.

 

Exodus 14

 

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Story of Hagar | Genesis 16 | Ashleigh Givens

In this powerful sermon, Ashleigh Givens takes us into the story of Hagar from the book of Genesis—highlighting her vulnerability, resilience, and the way God meets her in crisis.

Rather than treating every biblical figure as a moral example, Ashleigh invites us to wrestle with the complexity of Scripture. The Bible often raises difficult questions about power, justice, and human failure—and through it all, God remains the true protagonist.

Ashleigh challenges us to look beyond the characters and into the heart of God’s redemptive work.

The sermon concludes with an insightful interview with Casey Kidd from the Family Crisis Center in Jonesboro, connecting the biblical narrative to real-world advocacy and care for women in crisis.

This is a message about seeing the unseen, hearing the unheard, and remembering the God who sees.

 

Genesis 16

 

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