Sermons on the Side
Join two friends, Richard and Brad, each week as they explore the hidden messages in life's everyday moments. From personal stories to tales of family and friends, they uncover the unexpected lessons and sermons that God might be revealing. Tune in for heartfelt conversations, laughter, and meaningful insights that remind us that even in the ordinary, there’s always a deeper purpose waiting to be discovered.
Episodes
23 episodes
22 | Do You Believe In Miracles
With the Stanley Cup Finals in full swing, Richard laces up a story from the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team - the Miracle on Ice. But before they shocked the world, Coach Herb Brooks delivered a message to his starting goalie that cuts deeper th...
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Episode 22
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43:24
21 | Crowd Noise
On one of the darkest Father’s Day weekends of his life, Richard fell asleep after a long shift flipping burgers at Five Guys. He was burdened and depressed. But that night, something unexpected happened.In a vivid, Gladiator-style dream...
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Episode 21
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39:56
20 | Roundtable Discussion #2 ft. Jason Dennis
This isn’t just another episode – it’s a milestone! Every round-numbered episode, we bring you a roundtable-style chat, and this one is a can’t-miss. We’re joined by local legend Jason Dennis, the award-winning news anchor from Columbus’s #1 st...
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Episode 20
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47:30
19 | Stitch Gets Lost
What do you get when you mix a Disney roller coaster, a lost stuffed animal, and a very determined dad? That’s right - Richard’s got a story for the ages.It all started with a family trip to Disney (circa 25 years ago) when Richard’s you...
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Episode 19
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40:28
18 | Limiting Voices
It started with a cup of ketchup at Five Guys in Poughkeepsie, New York (Yes, really.) A quick moment, a quiet comment from a kid, and suddenly we’re talking about something way bigger: the voices in our heads that tell us we’re not good enough...
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Episode 18
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38:34
17 | Pressure Points
High school hoops. One bet. Twenty bucks on the line. What started as a simple challenge between friends turned into a life lesson about pressure, expectations, and what happens when things start to crack. In this episode, we talk about how lif...
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Episode 17
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35:16
16 | Don't Miss the Wonder
Have you ever realized - mid-faith journey - that you’ve somehow lost your sense of awe? That the beauty of God, the joy of salvation, and the wonder of grace have started to feel… a little too normal?In this episode of Sermons on th...
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Episode 16
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34:34
15 | Process Over Outcome
What do LeBron James, Bronny’s NBA journey, and a heated moment with Stephen A. Smith have to do with your faith? More than you'd think.In a recent interview, LeBron recalled a statement he made to his son that stopped us in our tracks: ...
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Episode 15
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34:12
14 | Hope Is a Good Thing
Join this discussion that looks back on Easter Weekend to see the different ways God reached us and spoke to our hearts!
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Episode 14
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40:23
13 | The Cup, the Cross, and The Comeback
Can a cup of coffee & the Braves 2021 World Series win connect us to Holy Week and Communion? Listen in on this conversation to find out!
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Episode 13
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36:46
12 | Stuck in Starbucks: A Father Makes a Way
Richard sees a stressful family situation in a Birmingham Starbucks that becomes a meaningful Sermon of the Side!
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Episode 12
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33:34
11 | Loss & Life: Brad's Cancer Story
Brad shares the amazing story of battling cancer and preparing to welcome he and his wife Lisa's third child ... You do NOT want to miss this one!
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Episode 11
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37:21
10 | Roundtable Discussion #1 ft. Jay Bishop
We have a Special guest for this episode! Brad & Richard welcome Jay Bishop for our first Sermons on the Side Round Table Discussion. You'll get to know Jay ... a great guy, good friend, strong leader and devoted Christ-follower. His story ...
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Episode 10
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37:23
09 | Stacking Chairs
While helping stack folding chairs after an event, Richard noticed something that turned into a Sermon on the Side. Listen to this conversation and see how it 'stacks up' to our other episodes ... ok, that joke was lame - But this episode is Aw...
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Episode 9
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37:41
08 | Stitches
Brad brings us a strong Sermon on the Side that came from a minor injury and a trip to urgent care for the Williams Family. This conversation is a reminder that God speaks to us through pain and carries us through it!
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Episode 8
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33:20
07 | Dolphins
A Dolphin Show at Sea World results in a powerful Sermon on the Side. Join Brad & Richard for a story that can reach our hearts and change our perspectives!
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Episode 7
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29:39
06 | Taco Bell
An old TV commercial can show us what happens when we are triggered by something we hear or see. Listen as Brad & Richard talk about what to do when we hear the 'bell ring'!
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Episode 6
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36:56
05 | A Father's Heart
Richard hears a strong Sermon on the Side while watching TV his father. Listen in on a conversation about deciding to never stop growing and getting better.
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Episode 5
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28:14
04 | First String Energy
This conversation comes from the journey of a football Quarterback who learned a huge life lesson on the practice field. Brad and Richard look for meaning in this story about thriving in the face of limitations.
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Episode 4
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26:26
03 | Broken Shells
At the beach looking for shells and sand dollars ... Could we find a Sermon on the Side with our toes in the sand? You know it!
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Episode 3
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31:46
02 | Back to the Basics
Richard & Brad talk about a story from the life of the late, great Kobe Bryant. What can we learn from the way 'The Black Mamba' trained and prepared for his basketball games?
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Episode 2
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22:58