Welcome back to episode 3 of Different Pews, Same Promise! Hosted by Michael Copp, this episode features two incredible guests: Matt Thornton and Mike Marcus, who serve as the President and Vice President of Epiphany’s congregation. +1

What starts as a lighthearted conversation about cooking meatloaf and hunting rabbits quickly transforms into a profound discussion on faith, suffering, and divine healing. Mike and Matt share their unique spiritual journeys through various church denominations before ultimately finding their home at Epiphany Lutheran. The guys also open up about the intense physical and emotional trials that ultimately built their trust in God, proving that He is with us in every season of life. +4

In this episode, we cover:

  • Mike’s experience in the Air Force and visiting an ancient, underground church in Turkey. +1
  • How both guests navigated different church backgrounds before embracing Lutheran doctrine and liturgy. +2
  • Powerful testimonies of God’s timing during life-threatening health emergencies. +1
  • Michael’s deeply personal reflection on losing his late wife and how her strength shaped his own faith. +1
  • The ultimate challenge for the week: taking your struggles—and the future of the church—directly to God in prayer. +1

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