For some of us, communion is a normal part of church service. For others, it can be confusing. Pastor Randy and Pastor Brent break it all down, explain the Scriptural basis, and what Keystone Church believes about communion. They also answer some common questions about communion, including:Why do we take communion on Sundays?What is it exactly?Who should take communion?How should we approach communion?Are there moments when you should let the communion plate pass by?

What is baptism all about? We look back and celebrate the baptisms that took place last Sunday, as people of all ages took their next step of obedience to Jesus. But we also get back to the basics and discuss:How should you be baptized?When should you be baptized?Why should you be baptized?What does Keystone believe about baptism?If you’re a follower of Jesus and have not yet been baptized, we invite you to take this step of obedience to Christ. For more info, visit keystonelife.com/baptism.

Following our Sermon on Parenting in our Not Your Own Series, Pastor Brent and Sr Director of Family Ministries, Erin Carlson sit down to discuss practical ways to ensure you are spending your time on the biblical responsibilities of parents. Podcast NotesResources Mentioned to be IncludedKnow & Follow Library - ParentingNot Your Own - Parenting

In 2025, we're planting a church in....(listen to find out)! Pastor Brent and church planter Matt Mabry talk about our 2025 church plant location, why this location was chosen, and the unique opportunities this campus and city offers to share the Gospel.Join us in praying for Matt & Rachel Mabry and the 2025 church plant. If you feel like God is stirring in your heart to go, you can fill out the church plant interest form at keystonelife.com/churchplant.Resources:Podcast Episode: Introducing Matt Mabry - https://share.transistor.fm/s/c2afbc6b

In this episode, Pastor Brent talks with Betty Baker, Keystone's Outreach Coordinator. Listen for an update on the exciting things that Keystone is doing to partner with local organizations that care for children in foster care, those going through adoptions, and also those caring for the vulnerable in our community.As part of this Keystone Conversations episode, we will have a chance to listen to a Keystone Stories episode. In this podcast episode, Jeremy and Karen Kuhns share about their ongoing journey with foster care. Over the years, they’ve had several foster care children live with them, with the goal of reuniting them with their family. Hear them explain how they’ve relied on God through it, and how they’ve navigated the highs and lows of foster care.Resources: Keystone Stories Website: https://keystonelife.com/stories/Keystone Stories Podcasts: https://keystone-stories.transistor.fm/Keystone Outreach: https://keystonelife.com/outreach/

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy talk with Pastor Daniel Nemmers, lead pastor at Salt Church in Bloomington/Normal, Illinois - the second church plant of Keystone Church. In this episode, we learn about the great blessings and difficult times the church has navigated since opening its doors in 2022 including how we can best support and pray for our brothers and sisters of Salt Church.

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy provide additional insights surrounding a recent sermon in our You Are Not Your Own series focusing on the Christian and government. In addition to expanding on some key sermon points, the pastors dig deeper into questions about civil disobedience, cross-cultural realities and the role of ‘hot topics’.Resources: Keystone Sermon - Not Your Own: Government

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy celebrate the significant highlights happening right now across Keystone ministries. Celebrate with us and catch up on what’s going on across Keystone Equip, Keystone Missions, foster care and our focus for Easter!Resources: (Next Steps at Keystone) https://linktr.ee/nextsstepsatkeystone

In this special episode, we point you to a breakout Pastor Brent and his wife Kari recently taught  at the Salt Company Conference over Navigating an Over Sexualized World. While the talk was given to college students, it is a topic all Christ Followers have to wrestle with in their christian life.Everywhere we look sex and sexuality are promoted and celebrated. It has become the core of our desires, and even crept into our identity. The Christ follower is increasingly in a hostile place  as we try to remain faithful to the teachings of God in a culture that hypes and embraces sexual beliefs and practices that go against the scriptures clear teachings.. Join us as we discuss how to remain faithful to the Lord in a culture that is constantly tempting you.If you want access to other great Content, go listen to other breakouts and main sessions at the Salt Company Conference.Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5SJGJaUmMch7Jy5XBJjwa8?si=156be46b044b4826Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-salt-company-national-podcast/id1610889877

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy introduce the vision for stewardship at Keystone.  In addition to providing details and insight into our Financial Equipping opportunities this semester, they explore why this is such an important (and uncomfortable) topic for our people and our community to tackle.Resources: https://keystonelife.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2109433