Monday, April 27, 2020

Journey #'s Changed! Details Here.

Hey TTW family! Hope you're all doing well. We're praying for all of you - and thanks for praying for us through this! Here's your news and updates for this week at TTW...

Journey #'s are Changing by One!
Starting Tuesday, all Journey numbers just went up by one number. That's because we added a new Journey #1! Well, technically we split the old Journey #2, and moved half of it to Journey #1. So now there will be a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18. Now the new 19 Journeys start like this:
  Journey #1 | Start (Mark & Colossians. Formerly part of Foundations).
  Journey #2 | The Big Picture (Overview the Bible. Formerly Journey #1)
  Journey #3 | Foundations (Genesis, Daniel, Romans)
     - Note that Daniel was added and Mark & Colossians moved to J#1.
  Journey #4 | Law & Grace (unchanged)...
  The rest are the same as before, just bumped up by one number.

If you were subscribed to Foundations... your progress should be saved, but your plan has now been split into two parts (the new Journey #1 | Start, and Journey #3 | Foundations).
Note: If you don't see those plans on your Home page, go to the Browse page and subscribe again. Your progress will still be there, but the app may have unsubscribed you by accident when the update was made. 

If you were subscribed to any other Journey... you don't need to do anything. The journey number will automatically go up by one.

Here's why we made the update: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. The change will also bring the app Journeys onto the same plan that we are now launching on YouVersion and our new Bible Audio Guide Podcast, so that all platforms have the same plans. We do apologize for any confusion, and appreciate your understanding as we take this important step moving forward. Please let us know if you experience any frustration or confusion as the change moves forward. Email us at help@throughtheword.org.

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

The Podcast Subscribe & Review Contest
So here's how you can help us launch well - and win some cool TTW gear while you're at it. We need two things to get our podcast more visible: subscriptions and reviews. With 35,000 daily listens, TTW is one of the top Christian podcasts... except for one thing: the podcast platforms don't see those numbers. So to get us more visibility, we're asking you to head over to your favorite podcast app to subscribe and review/rate us. Just use the links above to find the podcast. Then click the link below to complete the contest form. That's it! We'll pick a winner next month and send out some great TTW gear!

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

Saturday, April 25, 2020

Sunday Services Live + Journey #'s Change

Hey TTW family! Hope you're holding up well through the lockdown, and our prayers and love go out to you and your loved ones who are sick. Here's your news and updates for this week at TTW...
Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Journey #'s are Changing by One! (This Tuesday!)
Starting next week, you will notice a couple small changes to your journey numbers. That's because we're adding a new one! Well, technically we're splitting one. So now there will be a new Journey #1, and a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18.

Here's why: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. To make that happen, we're taking the guides for Mark and Colossians (which were part of Journey #2), and we're using those to create a new Journey #1. After that, all the current journeys will simply be bumped by one: #1 will become #2, #2 will become #3, etc. The good news is - all of that change will happen automatically. For most of you, you'll just see the number change. There may be some confusion for those of you currently in Journey #2 (Foundations) - because your journey will be split into two parts. That's why we're getting the word out in advance so you know it's coming. More details coming soon!

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

The Podcast Subscribe & Review Contest
So here's how you can help us launch well - and win some cool TTW gear while you're at it. We need two things to get our podcast more visible: subscriptions and reviews. With 35,000 daily listens, TTW is one of the top Christian podcasts... except for one thing: the podcast platforms don't see those numbers. So to get us more visibility, we're asking you to head over to your favorite podcast app to subscribe and review/rate us. Just use the links above to find the podcast. Then click the link below to complete the contest form. That's it! We'll pick a winner next month and send out some great TTW gear!

Holy Week Live with Pastor Kris & Friends
(at Noon PST / 3pm EST / 7pm GMT on Facebook Live)
Our Holy Week live series was a huge success. Thanks for joining us - and if you missed it, you can find the videos on facebook.com/throughtheword/live or on YouTube here: TTW Holy Week on YouTube.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

Monday, April 20, 2020

New Podcast & Contest! Win TTW Gear!

Hey TTW family! Hope you're holding up well through the lockdown, and our prayers and love go out to you and your loved ones who are sick. Here's your news and updates for this week at TTW...

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast!
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

The Podcast Subscribe & Review Contest! 
So here's how you can help us launch well - and win some cool TTW gear while you're at it. We need two things to get our podcast more visible: subscriptions and reviews. With 35,000 daily listens, TTW is one of the top Christian podcasts... except for one thing: the podcast platforms don't see those numbers. So to get us more visibility, we're asking you to head over to your favorite podcast app to subscribe and review/rate us. Just use the links above to find the podcast. Then click the link below to complete the contest form. That's it! We'll pick a winner next month and send out some great TTW gear!

Coming Soon: Journey #'s are Changing by One!
Starting next week, you will notice a couple small changes to your journey numbers. That's because we're adding a new one! Well, technically we're splitting one. So now there will be a new Journey #1, and a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18.

Here's why: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. To make that happen, we're taking the guides for Mark and Colossians (which were part of Journey #2), and we're using those to create a new Journey #1. After that, all the current journeys will simply be bumped by one: #1 will become #2, #2 will become #3, etc. The good news is - all of that change will happen automatically. For most of you, you'll just see the number change. There may be some confusion for those of you currently in Journey #2 (Foundations) - because your journey will be split into two parts. That's why we're getting the word out in advance so you know it's coming. More details coming soon!

Holy Week Live with Pastor Kris & Friends
(at Noon PST / 3pm EST / 7pm GMT on Facebook Live)
Our Holy Week live series was a huge success. Thanks for joining us - and if you missed it, you can find the videos on facebook.com/throughtheword/live or on YouTube here: TTW Holy Week on YouTube.

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

Sunday, April 19, 2020

Sunday Service Live at 11pst/2est/6gmt

Hey TTW family! Hope you're holding up well through the lockdown, and our prayers and love go out to you and your loved ones who are sick. Here's your news and updates for this week at TTW...

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast!
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

The Podcast Subscribe & Review Contest! 
So here's how you can help us launch well - and win some cool TTW gear while you're at it. We need two things to get our podcast more visible: subscriptions and reviews. With 35,000 daily listens, TTW is one of the top Christian podcasts... except for one thing: the podcast platforms don't see those numbers. So to get us more visibility, we're asking you to head over to your favorite podcast app to subscribe and review/rate us. Just use the links above to find the podcast. Then click the link below to complete the contest form. That's it! We'll pick a winner next month and send out some great TTW gear!

Coming Soon: Journey #'s are Changing by One!
Starting next week, you will notice a couple small changes to your journey numbers. That's because we're adding a new one! Well, technically we're splitting one. So now there will be a new Journey #1, and a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18.

Here's why: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. To make that happen, we're taking the guides for Mark and Colossians (which were part of Journey #2), and we're using those to create a new Journey #1. After that, all the current journeys will simply be bumped by one: #1 will become #2, #2 will become #3, etc. The good news is - all of that change will happen automatically. For most of you, you'll just see the number change. There may be some confusion for those of you currently in Journey #2 (Foundations) - because your journey will be split into two parts. That's why we're getting the word out in advance so you know it's coming. More details coming soon!

Holy Week Live with Pastor Kris & Friends
(at Noon PST / 3pm EST / 7pm GMT on Facebook Live)
Our Holy Week live series was a huge success. Thanks for joining us - and if you missed it, you can find the videos on facebook.com/throughtheword/live or on YouTube here: TTW Holy Week on YouTube.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

New Podcast & Contest: Win TTW Gear!

Hey TTW family! Hope you're holding up well through the lockdown, and our prayers and love go out to you and your loved ones who are sick. Here's your news and updates for this week at TTW...

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast!
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

The Podcast Subscribe & Review Contest! 
So here's how you can help us launch well - and win some cool TTW gear while you're at it. We need two things to get our podcast more visible: subscriptions and reviews. With 35,000 daily listens, TTW is one of the top Christian podcasts... except for one thing: the podcast platforms don't see those numbers. So to get us more visibility, we're asking you to head over to your favorite podcast app to subscribe and review/rate us. Just use the links above to find the podcast. Then click the link below to complete the contest form. That's it! We'll pick a winner next month and send out some great TTW gear!

Coming Soon: Journey #'s are Changing by One!
Starting next week, you will notice a couple small changes to your journey numbers. That's because we're adding a new one! Well, technically we're splitting one. So now there will be a new Journey #1, and a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18.

Here's why: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. To make that happen, we're taking the guides for Mark and Colossians (which were part of Journey #2), and we're using those to create a new Journey #1. After that, all the current journeys will simply be bumped by one: #1 will become #2, #2 will become #3, etc. The good news is - all of that change will happen automatically. For most of you, you'll just see the number change. There may be some confusion for those of you currently in Journey #2 (Foundations) - because your journey will be split into two parts. That's why we're getting the word out in advance so you know it's coming. More details coming soon!

Holy Week Live with Pastor Kris & Friends
(at Noon PST / 3pm EST / 7pm GMT on Facebook Live)
Our Holy Week live series was a huge success. Thanks for joining us - and if you missed it, you can find the videos on facebook.com/throughtheword/live or on YouTube here: TTW Holy Week on YouTube.

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

Friday, April 3, 2020

He Is Risen! Easter Sunday live at 12pst/3est/7gmt.

Easter Sunday Live with Pastor Kris & Friends
(at Noon PST / 3pm EST / 7pm GMT on Facebook Live)

Join us live here: facebook.com/throughtheword/live
11am PST - Worship Service with Refuge Long Beach
12pm PST - The Resurrection Story: Live discussion with Kris, Peyton, Terrence & Brad

Note: Recordings are later posted on YouTube here: TTW Holy Week on YouTube

Holy Week Live Daily

Hello TTW family - I hope this post finds you well. It's a tough week for humanity here on this little planet of ours. My prayers and compassion go out to all of you. And with numbers still going up, this coming week isn't promising much relief. It also happens to be Holy Week, as Christians the world over remember the most important week in all of history. There is some powerful irony in the timing here. As the world scrambles to protect itself from the shadow of death, and people of all faiths find themselves forbidden to gather or congregate, we also remember the week when the disciples were scattered, when Jesus found himself forsaken, and the Son of God faced his own death.

It is a powerful story, and every day the drama builds. Beginning with Palm Sunday, the four gospels dedicate 30 chapters to the events between just two Sundays, and the Old Testament delivers dozens of prophecies all pointing to these eight historic days.

So this year, we decided to follow Jesus' to the cross - together. From triumphal entry to last supper - from trial and crucifixion to glorious resurrection, we'll walk through each day together. I've invited some of the best Bible teachers I know (who also happen to be my good friends!) to join me as we share the story and dig in to discuss the powerful events of each day in Jesus' footsteps.

So please join us! We'll post the link soon on facebook.com/throughtheword/live

Launched! The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. For everyone who  can't access the TTW app or any of you who simply love your podcast apps, we just launched the Bible Audio Guide Podcast. It's available now on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more. Please head over there to listen, rate, and post a review. And tell your friends! Lots of people are looking for more good podcasts while we're at home more hours. Why not challenge them to start a Bible habit? Season 1 is up now with all of Mark and Colossians - the perfect place to start.

Donation Statements for Taxes Are in your Email
Check your email for "Your 2019 Through the Word Donation Statement" from no-reply@churchcenter.com. You can also download your statement by logging in at ttw.churchcenter.com (click on your profile, then My Giving, then scroll down to Statements). If you donated by check or did not use your email address to donate, look for your statement in the mail.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris