ACC Eastern Camp Podcast

This Inspiration Hour centered on the call to follow Christ by saying farewell to self, worldly pursuits, and every rival affection. Through personal testimony and earnest exhortation, the speakers described the emptiness of separation from God, the peace found in surrender to Jesus, and the solemn choice set before every hearer: life in Christ or destruction apart from Him. Drawing from the promise of new life in Christ and the call to die daily, the service urged listeners to choose Jesus, embrace the work of the Spirit, and walk in newness of life. Song List: Abide With Me, If That's What it Takes, Prayer For a Friend, Praise You in This Storm, Farewell---Title: Choose Jesus and Say FarewellSpeaker: Bro. Tom HertigScripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17 (00:19:43)Supporting Scripture: Romans 1:18-32 (00:30:35), 1 Corinthians 15 (00:48:46)Event Type: Inspiration HourFeatures: Special Number, TestimonyTopic: Choosing Jesus, Dying to SelfAudience: General
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Preaching from John 12:26, Bro. Bob Varga called the congregation to turn from the many competing voices of the age and to follow Jesus Christ with continual devotion. He emphasized that true service means being at Christ's disposal, embracing the way of the cross, and living the teachings of Christ in everyday life so that the church bears a clear witness in the world. He urged believers and seekers alike to “wave goodbye” to former ways and cling to Christ, trusting the Father's honor for those who serve Him. Song Titles: Send Me---Title: Serve Me, Follow MeDate: July 17, 2026, 7:45 PMMinister: Bro. Bob VargaScripture: John 12:26 (00:17:09)Supporting Scripture: John 12:9-25 (00:10:31), Matthew 5-7 (00:29:57)Event Type: Worship ServiceTopic: Following Jesus, Serving Christ continuallyLocation: PennsylvaniaAudience: General
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Someone asked you a question, and you're not sure how to answer. While you know the Truth, sharing it isn't always received well. What starts as a conversation turns into an argument. You want to respond and defend your faith, but how do you do it in a God-honoring, biblical way. Learn how to discuss and debate as Jesus would, even if the other person ends up disagreeing.
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Title: Truth in a World of Many Truths
Date: July 17, 2026, 11:50 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Devan Boronka, Bro. Phil Kurtz
Audience: Teen
Location: Pennsylvania

In this Inspiration Hour, Bro. Tim Freund urged hearers to consider the blessings that belong to those who follow Christ: peace with God through the saving work of Jesus, the guidance of the Holy Spirit, strength in trials, and the sure hope of heaven. A personal testimony from Misha Pandurov bore witness to the Lord’s preserving mercy in severe illness and called the congregation to be ready for eternity, since life is short and Christ alone is the way of salvation. Songs included I Found It All, Cloud and Fire, I Know The Plans, The Wilderness, and Hymn of Heaven.---Title: The Rewards of Following ChristDate: July 16, 2026, 8:15 PMSpeaker: Bro. Tim FreundScripture: Romans 6:14 (00:15:51), John 16:7 (00:22:10), Psalm 46:1 (00:31:18), Psalm 23 (00:39:27), Revelation 21:1-7 (00:50:12)Supporting Scripture: John 14:6 (00:41:13)Event Type: Inspiration HourFeatures: Special Number, TestimonyTopic: Following Christ, Readiness for eternityLocation: PennsylvaniaAudience: General
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Brother Mikey urged the teens to consider whom they are following, warning that the world, sin, and false promises leave the soul empty, while Christ alone gives lasting life, peace, and joy. Preaching chiefly from the parable of the prodigal son, he called hearers to repent, return to the Father, and surrender fully to Jesus Christ, who bore the penalty of sin and receives sinners with mercy. He also testified to the Lord’s sustaining grace in deep personal trial and reminded the congregation that “the power is not in the sower, but in the seed.”
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Title: Who Are You Following?
Date: July 16, 2026, 7:30 PM
Minister: Bro Mike Delic
Scripture: Luke 15:11-24 (00:12:31)
Supporting Scripture: Galatians 2:20 (00:11:53), 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 (00:16:47), 1 John 2:15-17 (00:17:44), Romans 6:23 (00:31:03), John 3:19 (00:32:12), Romans 5:8-10 (00:33:03), Matthew 16:24-26 (00:35:12), Romans 5:1 (00:40:28)
Event Type: Worship Service
Features: Testimony
Topic: Following Christ, Repentance and returning to the Father
Location: Pennsylvania
Audience: Teen
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Bro. Phil Denzinger preached from John 10 and John 17, calling the congregation to hear the voice of the Good Shepherd and to follow Christ not in isolation but together as His flock. Drawing on the testimony of Anakin Jansz and the witness of believers who endured suffering for Christ, he urged the church to reject worldliness, resist the dulling effects of affluence, seek wandering sheep, and pass the faith to the next generation without compromise. The message pressed the hearers to gather around Christ Himself, for His sheep know His voice and follow Him.
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Title: Following the Good Shepherd Together
Date: July 16, 2026, 7:30 PM
Minister: Bro. Phil Denzinger
Scripture: John 10:11-18 (00:08:31), John 10:27-30 (00:09:28), John 17:9-23 (00:22:00)
Supporting Scripture: Luke 6:46 (00:27:16), Hebrews 12:2 (00:34:28)
Event Type: Worship Service
Topic: Following Christ together, The Good Shepherd and His flock
Location: Pennsylvania
Audience: General
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Modern culture often encourages passivity, largely in the guise of "inclusivity", while Scripture calls men to lead with courage, protect their families, and actively engage in their churches. We'll unpack practical ways to reclaim biblical masculinity in our homes, churches, and nations, and equip our men to reject cultural complacency, embracing their God-given roles as fathers, husbands, pastors, and kingdom workers.
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Title: Biblical Masculinity in a Modern World (Men Only)
Date: July 16, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Bryan Bodjanac
Audience: Men
Location: Pennsylvania

When faced with the twists and turns that life gives us, it's all too easy to dive into a fretting frenzy or take a wander into worry. Let's learn the beauty of trusting God with all of our fears, tears, and everything in between. And to claim sweet victory when we surrender our burdens into the care of the Master of our souls.
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Title: Fret Not (Women Only)
Date: July 16, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Sis. Jen Doroslovac
Audience: Women
Location: Pennsylvania

The kingdom of God was never meant to look culturally uniform. Yet many misunderstandings in the church happen because we assume everyone communicates, connects, and relates the same way we do. We invite you to join our discussion as we explore how our ethnic cultures shape our communication, relationships, and expectations-and how Christ calls us to move beyond assumptions we aren't even aware we're making into deeper understanding and unity. Participants will gain practical tools for building trust, navigating differences with humility, and loving people well across cultures without compromising biblical truth.
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Title: Not Wrong, Just Different-Navigating Differences by Understanding Cultures
Date: July 16, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Jason Jacobs
Audience: General
Location: Pennsylvania

Within our churches, there are believers who are more sensitive or 'easily offended' by certain topics, things or issues and in an effort to 'keep the peace' and 'do everything with unity,' we may end up stifling the growth, progress, and commission of some believers and even the church. How can we, as a church, help believers grow in maturity, wisdom, and discernment to build and balance strength and sensitivity within the Body of Christ? This forum will explore biblical principles for addressing these issues, examine practical and representative scenarios, and consider the Bible's guidance on how to follow up with and encourage a brother or sister toward the truth.
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Title: Balancing Strength and Sensitivity in the Body of Christ
Date: July 16, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Mark Varga
Audience: General
Location: Pennsylvania

Our testimony isn't just a story from the past-it's a powerful way to share God's work in our lives. We'll discuss practical ways to share our story with friends, family, and the world, inspiring others to experience God's love. Together, we'll see that even a small act can make a big impact.
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Title: Living Out Our Testimony and Sharing it with the World
Date: July 16, 2026, 10:35 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Josh Getz
Audience: Teen
Location: Pennsylvania

In this inspiration hour, Brother Ruben Tar repeatedly asked, “What does the cross mean to you?” and centered on the shame and power of Christ’s cross, the great reversal by which apparent defeat became everlasting victory. Drawing from Ephesians 2:8–9, the speaker used the story of Charles Blondin to urge hearers to trust wholly in Christ rather than in their own works, and from Luke 23:18–21 presented Barabbas as a picture of the guilty going free because the innocent Savior took their place. Song Titles: At The Cross, When Compared to God, When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, Still Waters (Psalm 23), Thank You Jesus For The Blood, The Old Rugged Cross
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Title: What Does the Cross Mean to You?
Date: July 15, 2026, 8:15 PM
Speaker: Bro. Ruben Tar
Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9 (00:35:22), Luke 23:18-21 (00:49:55)
Supporting Scripture: Psalm 23
Event Type: Inspiration Hour
Features: Special Number
Topic: the cross of Christ, salvation by grace through faith
Location: Pennsylvania
Audience: General
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Brother Brandon Mendrea preached from John 21, showing how the disciples’ need for food points to the deeper hunger of the soul. He contrasted the endless cycle of labor, earthly desire, and spiritual emptiness with Christ, the true Bread of Life, who alone satisfies and gives everlasting life. With a clear gospel appeal, he urged hearers to lay down their burdens, stop seeking satisfaction in the world, and answer Christ’s gracious invitation to “come and dine.”
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Title: Come and Dine
Date: July 15, 2026, 7:30 PM
Minister: Bro. Brandon Mendrea
Scripture: John 21:1-14 (00:16:30)
Supporting Scripture: Genesis 3:17-19 (00:23:17), John 6:26-27 (00:28:01), Ecclesiastes 6:7 (00:34:26), John 6:35 (00:39:24), John 6:51 (00:39:24)
Event Type: Worship Service
Topic: Spiritual hunger, Christ the Bread of Life
Location: Pennsylvania
Audience: General
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We've completed a survey of our singles in their 20s and 30s, and we are excited to share the results with you! We'll cover many details about single life, challenges, trends, approaches to becoming engaged, and conclude with some sharing of how we can improve interactions, opportunities, and reduce some of the challenges you face. This forum is open to singles and those who are already married, as we all play a part in this important journey together as a community as two become one. Join us!
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Title: Spirit-Led Connections
Date: July 15, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Tom Hertig, Bro. Dan Kurtz, Bro. Gary Tomic
Audience: General
Location: Pennsylvania

The saying goes "you are what you eat," but it's just as true that "you are what you think!" Our minds are a battlefield where there is a raging war of lies vs. truth. The Bible instructs us to "take every thought captive to obey Christ" (2 Corinthians 10:5). This is especially crucial today as we are called to discern the truth in a world full of opinions, feelings, lies, and lately, artificial intelligence (AI). Modern neuroscience is catching up with Scripture: God designed our brains with the incredible ability to change (neuroplasticity) and be renewed through Scriptural truth (Romans 12:2)! Come join us as we learn a simple, practical method for recognizing unbiblical patterns of thought and developing "the mind of Christ" (1 Corinthians 2:16).
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Title: Are You Thinking Biblically?
Date: July 15, 2026, 10:40 AM
Event Type: Forum
Speaker: Bro. Mike Petrak
Audience: General
Location: Pennsylvania

In this Inspiration Hour, Bro. Jonathan Petrovic pressed the weight of Christ’s call, “Follow me,” opening Matthew 9:9 and setting that summons in the light of the gospel—man’s fall into sin, the redeeming death of Christ, and His resurrection power to save. He urged those outside of Christ to respond without delay, and he exhorted believers from 2 Corinthians 5 to live no longer unto themselves but as ambassadors of reconciliation, constrained by the love of Christ.
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Title: The Weight of "Follow Me"
Date: July 14, 2026, 8:00 PM
Speaker: Bro. Jonathan Petrovic
Scripture: Matthew 9:9 (00:04:09), 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 (00:46:03)
Supporting Scripture: Romans 6:23 (00:22:45), Hebrews 11:32-40 (00:32:33)
Event Type: Inspiration Hour
Features: Special Number
Topic: Following Christ, Gospel call
Audience: General
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