Sunday Conversation: Where's Jesus: "Recovering the Beauty and Power of Born Again"

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Message SummaryHeavenEarth Pastor Ross Stackhouse, and guest Amanda Ott lead a community-centered conversation exploring everything from affordable housing in Johnson County to the deeper meaning behind the phrase “born again.” The episode weaves together practical challenges facing local families, the role of the church in social issues, and powerful reflections on spiritual transformation.

After welcoming the audience, Ross Stackhouse outlines the five core values of HeavenEarth Church—meeting people where they are, focusing on Jesus, experiential learning, blessing the community through partnerships, and responsible stewardship—which frame the day’s discussion 00:40. Emphasizing the church’s commitment to community impact through partnerships, Ross and Amanda dive into the pressing issue of housing insecurity, revealing the practical and personal obstacles many neighbors face, even those with steady employment 03:15.

Ross Stackhouse and Amanda Ott share the story of “Spaces for All,” a nonprofit launched by the church to provide affordable housing and break down barriers to secure leases. Amanda explains the successful subleasing program that helps residents build rental history and eventually transition into stable housing, underlining the organization’s growing demand and transformative impact 07:25.

The discussion then transitions into spiritual territory, where Ross Stackhouse invites the congregation to share their candid reactions to the term “born again,” highlighting both positive and negative associations 12:22. Through open dialogue, the group explores how baptism and spiritual rebirth should be seen not as an endpoint, but as a starting point for lifelong growth 21:36. Drawing inspiration from the dramatic transformation of Saul (Paul) in the New Testament, the episode calls listeners to embr