Wednesday Nights
Click on any of the highlighted words below for links to videos, pictures and articles of interest from previous Wednesday Night at the Esquire programs. (Video clips are typically five minutes or less.)
September - Back Home
September 1 - After a Long Time
September 8 - With Friends & Family
September 15 - After a Problem
September 22 - For a Big Dinner
Ice Cream Social (After the service)
September 29 - From a Long Distance
Previous Wednesdays
Sweet Summer Journey - Ships, Planes, Trains and Automobiles!
August - Automobiles
August 4 - The Road Less Traveled
A little Esquire Fun with driving, highway patrol and Mr. Ford
On the road less traveled the Lord asks, what is in your hand? Ordinary things can become a powerful tool for God. You will learn that God's way is the best way and when I go where Jesus leads, He will lighten my load.
August 11 - Turns in the Road
There's nothing like a road trip to bring out the "Difference between Men and Women!"
Even though we are traveling with Jesus, life still isn't perfect. In fact, Jesus may lead me to a problem to show me that He is in control. But God has invested a part of His heart in my life and nothing is too hard for Him.
August 18 - Using the Compass
On the road with Dusty & Lefty
Watermelon Social (After the Service)
August 25 - The Mountain Top
Esquire Fun: Smart Cards from Eddie's Bank
On our way to the mountain top, it is impossible to out-dream God. Sometimes, though, the going get's tough, but don't give up! Israel showed us it's not the challenge, it's how we respond that get's us where we are going.
July - Trains
July 7 - The Yards
Special Musical Guest: Tony Ingerson
Ray Leininger tells us how trains come into the yard, or roundhouse, to get repaired. Everybody needs a roundhouse. Everybody needs to have a destination and an engineer.
July 14 - The Rails
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July 21 - The Cars
Freight trains carry valuable cargo to meet special needs; God made you in a special way to do something very special.
July 28 - The Crew
An introduction to train crews and a lesson on fellowship, plus the band is back!
Three lessons on how developing relationships with our fellow crew members.
June - Planes
June 2 - Fuselage: Structure
For planes and for life, what's on the inside matters more than what's on the outside. Appearances can be deceiving; the Lord looks at the heart. My character is on the inside; my character is what God thinks of me. Character is developed in the quiet times I have with God.
June 9 - Wings: Flight
Special Guest - Don Baker
Welcome Pilot's Association!
God gives you wings for your soul. Flying takes trust; you must choose to get on board. Wings provide the lift you need to fly. Wings can lift a heavy burden. Come soar with Jesus!
June 16 - Rudder: Direction
Dusty & Lefty and the Blue Goose
Like plane parts, every person matters! The Holy Spirit is our rudder. He will make your paths straight if you follow these three steps.
June 23 - Engine: Power
June 30 - Landing Gear: Hope
Ships
May 5 - Worship
Check out some Esquire Fun as we set sail for summer.
An introduction to our journey, ships and worship.
Worship is when I love God back. But how do I do that? I can express my love for God in many ways.
May 12 - Discipleship
God wants us to grow up! Growing up is a process that takes time and discipline. Here are three good habits to get you started.
May 19 - Stewardship
May 26 - Fellowship
An Esquire interview with one Unlucky 4-Leaf Clover Farmer
Special guest Freddie Pike takes a look at both sides of Fellowship. Fellowship is more than being in the same room;it's sharing things of Christ. Major differences can hinder our fellowship, but forgiveness restores.
Springtime on the Farm
April 7 - Community
God made a community of believers to help us - the church. Through community, God takes weak people and does something strong. Despite our weaknesses, everyone is needed.
April 14 - Diligence
A good farm can teach us that hard work pays off. As Christians we should remember that we work for God.
April 21 - Beauty
We can always learn something from Dusty & Lefty, like how to make your own lampshades.
God's invisible qualities are revealed to us in His creations. God created the beauty of nature - proof of His love.
Even pie can be a beautiful thing...for a good cause!
April 28 - Partnership
Jennifer Stegner sings There is a God, while the band has fun with the partnership of two loafers.
Wee need to work together with God to do something important. But why does God need me?
Mike kisses a pig for a good cause!
God Moves Stones
March 3 - Deeds
Everyone has regrets about the things they have done (their deeds). God has put a "re-do" button in life - Jesus. Jesus can give us spiritual healing through forgiveness.
March 10 - Disgrace
Esquire Fun with Gary Young
There are things (Big Stones) in our lives that only God can move. We need God to soften our hard hearts. The overwhelming love of Jesus will take away our big stone of disgrace.
March 17 - Doubt
Esquire Fun: Under Construction Storage Company
Even the disciples had doubts about Jesus. Help is usually
closer than you think. Ask questions and read the Bible to find out the answers.
March 24 - Despair
Spring break fun at the Esquire - a little bluegrass and celebating good news!
Loving Jesus gives me more love for others, even in times of trouble. Unexpected problems can help us build hope. Like Peter, we need to reconcile with Jesus to restore our hope.
March 31 - Discovery
New fangled farm equipment from our friends Dusty and Lefty
Lookin' for Jesus - The story from a Roman Guard
The most famous stone in the Bible, God moved it for our Discovery. Not only is Jesus the greatest person who ever lived, He made the greatest sacrifice because He loves us!
There's an App for That
February 3 - Lost?
Don't you love the Esquire Band? Si!
Special guest, Ray Leininger on the Map App: When you're lost, it's not always easy to admit you need help. Swallow your pride and ask God for directions.
Keep asking until you get to heaven.
February 10 - Need an Update?
Esquire Fun with Lives of Cowboys - Go west young man and learn to spit!
February 17 - Hungry?
February 24 - In the Dark?
Esquire Fun with special music featuring Sherry Shoemaker, and the end of Spell-Check!
The Bible is like a Flashlight App. Build a relationship with God by reading His Word. It leads to a brighter way!
Life at the Movies
January 6 - Finding Yourself
Welcome to 2010 at the Esquire! There may be a cold hard winter ahead, but the light of Jesus can help! He is there to fill you with courage and strength. He helps us find our way by changing us.
January 13 - Saving the World
Things would be different, if I were in charge of the world!
A Place in This World featuring Jennifer Stagner.
An unlikely group could save the world. We can pursue Godly characteristics by learning from such a group.
January 20 - Accepting Change
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You can accept change by using the situation to your advantage, letting go of hurt and bitterness, and recognizing that Jesus is always with you!
January 27 - Going Crazy
When life is crazy, have a little fun at the Esquire!
Life without God doesn't make sense! It can seem like all pain and no gain, but God can make the ache go away. Nothing can replace a healthy relationship with God. With God, what we do now matters forever.
My Favorite Christmas
December 2 - My Favorite Christmas Stories
Special Guest - Ray Leininger
December 9 - My Favorite Christmas Music
Special Guests - BHS Chorus Line, Stephanie Lipe & Ron Maupin, Victorian Christmas Carolers, BHS Jazz Band Ensemble
December 15 - My Favorite Christmas Memories
December 23 - My Favorite Christmas Services
December 30 - My Favorite Christmas Movies
Special Guest - Ray Leininger
Around the Campfire - Stories from Jesus
November 4 - A Good Neighbor
The Adventures of Cowboys - could Dusty & Lefty end up doing time?
Campfire Story - The Good Samaritan
Being a good neighbor is all about love; charity is loving people who aren't just like me; a good neighbor continues to follow up, just like Jesus!
November 11 - Planting Words
Campfire Story - Planting Seeds
The seed is the Word of God. We have to prepare our hearts for God's Word to grow.
November 18 - Two Debtors
November 25 - Night Visitor
Pay It Forward
October 7 - Kindness through Service
October 14 - Kindness through Laughter
October 21 - Kindness through Caring
October 28 - Kindness through Sharing
Earth, Wind & Fire
September 2 - Landmarks
September 9 - Pictures (of Jesus)
September 16 - Nothing New
September 23 - Spirit-Filled
September 30 - Safe & Secure
Unplugged: Let's Get Real
Lessons from the Last Supper
August 5 - Really Listen
Unplug! with our special guests Gary Young and Darrell Priddle. Tune in to what we really need - a listening ear, because listening is a healing force.
August 12 - Jesus in the Center
A Back to School Adventure with Dusty & Lefty
In tribute to our friend Judy Leininger
Putting Jesus in the center builds stronger relationships
August 19 - Tear Down the Walls
Building better relationships begins with understanding what people really need
It's not Greek; it starts with trust and compassion and builds on knowledge
Don't be afraid of sharing the Truth, but be ready to answer
August 26 - Work Through Problems
Survivor - Esquire
July 1 - Surviving Financially
There is a connection between my financial and spiritual decisions; Joseph gives us four steps to survival; Debt can enslave us, but saving for the future is Godly wisdom.
July 8 - Surviving Work
July 15 - Surviving Marriage
July 22 - Surviving Today's Drama
July 29 - Surviving Eternity
The Cowboy Psalms
June 3 - Investing in Life
Start with the right outlook; your job is an investment in heaven.
The Adventures of Cowboys - A Tale of Two Spitters
June 10 - Finding Contentment
You can be content even in tough circumstances; trust God to handle the details of life.
June 17 - Loving on Purpose
June 24 - Playing Fair
Life isn't fair, but we can learn to respond well; someone else's eternity may depend on it!
May 6 - Friend Request
I've got a friend in God - He calls me friend!
Chose your friends wisely, but we need other people to succeed.
May 13 - Top Friends
Jesus had top friends and you can too; start by getting real.
May 20 - You've Been Tagged
No matter what I'm doing someone may be watching me; but guarding my witness, God's spirit is always with me.
May 27 - Update My Status or "What's On Your Mind?"
Many people aren't happy with the way things are going; but with Jesus we can have life abundantly!
Join the WNATE group on Facebook!
Down on the Farm
April 1 - Hands to the Plow
Hee Haw and the Ketchup Advisory Board - Together!
God teaches through nature; Fitness takes effort and discipline; Don't look back, spiritual growth is a process.
April 8 - Sowing Seeds
April 15 - Showers of Blessings
April 22 - Reaping What You Sow
April 29 - Enjoy the Harvest
Life: It Comes with Sauce!
March 4 - Ketchup: When Life is Missing Something
Welcome back the Ketchup Advisory Board with These are the Good Years.
Special guest speaker: Ray Leininger - Abundant life is seasoned with salt and full of grace.
March 11 - Mustard: When Life Needs Extra Faith
The Lives of Cowboys where some things are Better with Sauce!
Special guest speaker, Freddie Pike, gives us Three Faith Principles so we can Stop Worrying and Start Living!
March 18 - Mayo: When Life Goes Smoothly
Good principles for living even in the smooth times
March 25 - Horseradish: When Life Gets Too Hot
The Lives of Cowboys during tough times facing some tough chickens!
When Life Gets Too Hot try trading your panic for God's peace.
Heart of a Shepherd
February 4 - Leadership
The latest edition of the Esquire Weak-End News
Leadership: It's a Matter of the Heart - Featuring Lori Sawyer performing "Low"; You have to Lead with Love; You have to Love even when people Hurt You
February 11 - Service
The latest adventures of Dusty and Lefty in Lives of Cowboys including the famous chicken bedtime story, Good Night Moon (unbelievable, but true!)
Stay fit by serving others; Serving others brings joy to your life; Be faithful and give God your best, just as He gave to us.
February 18 - Giving
Lighten up with the Ketchup Advisory Board
Give a little, just as God gave; Giving pleases God and makes us more like Him; Giving our best draws us closer to God.
February 25 - Restoration
More news from The Lives of Cowboys as Lefty Goes to School and takes a lesson in Yodeling.
Special guest, Billy Russell, shows us that God is in the Restoratison Business; and He wants you and me to Join Him in the Family Business.
Things You Can Count On
In An Uncertain World
January 7 - God Loves You
Welcome back to the Esquire and God's perfect love,
it's an everlasting love for you.
January 14 - Jesus is Perfect
January 21 - The Bible is True
The Adventures of Dusty & Lefty - In Search of Truth; Part 2 - Big John;
Living in Color, featuring Robbie Bryant; and,
the Message of Hope in an Uncertain World through the Soild Foundation of the Bible.
Enjoy some of the pictures from "The Esquire in Color" show - Mike - our fearless leader; Robbie and Tim or Drew and Sherry - band and drama; Warren and Sherry - sound/engineering and coordination; Traci and Leah - volunteers/concessions and back-stage production.
January 28 - Heaven is Real
In search of Hope we can count on the reality of Heaven and looking forward to being there.
Aslan is on the Move
Enjoy a little taste of the Sounds of the Season with the Esquire Band, including Lori Sawyer performing "A Simple Love"
December 10 - Finding Your Way
December 17 - Following Aslan
December 24 - Special Christmas Eve Program
December 31 - Happy New Year! (No Service)
A Simple Mission
November 5 - Sharing Faith (Charlie Brown)
November 12 - Offering Hope (Lucy)
November 19 - Showing Love (Snoopy)
November 26 - Being Thankful
December 3 - Showing Thankfulness
Extreme Makeover - Esquire Edition
The "Makeover" with Sherry & Leah; Part 2
October 1 - Assessment
Mike's Introduction to Assessment; Nehemiah's story; Hope for the Future; More Hope for the Journey
October 8 - Demolition
Starting the demolition process; Consider the payoff; Partner for Success
October 15 - Planning
Listen to "The Plan" by Alan Roberts
An Introduction to Planning by Sherry Welch
Getting Organized; Triple A's to Success
October 22 - Construction
Building our lives; Three how-to's
October 29 - Furnishing
The two most important decisions; Three steps to a closer relationship; Furnishing you heart with God's Word
Pop Tarts -
When Life Comes at You Fast!
September 3 - Suddenly....I'm Old
September 10 - Suddenly....I'm Alone
September 17 - Suddenly....I'm Rich
September 24 - Suddenly...I'm Hurt
Things We Don't Dare Discuss - "Book of Secrets"
Intro to Secrets by Mike Pitts
August 6 - Debt
Debt affects us financially and spiritually; Saving is a Biblical principle; Learning to be content
August 13 - Divorce
Introduction to the topic with Lori Sawyer performing "After the Fire"; Part 2 - Don't give up; Part 3 - Free will and self-control; Closing - Expect more from God
August 20 - Depression
Part 1 - Dealing with Depression; Part 2 - Finding Hope; Part 3 - Celebration of Life
August 27 - Dependence
Christmas in July
July 23 and 30 - Giving and Receiving Gifts
God's gift to us; Giving back to God; Showing our love
The Wild West
June 18 - Stage Coach
Family Vacations - Take Time to Rest; Rest, Part 2
June 25 - Round Up
Staking Your Claim
July 2 - Cattle Drive
Working Together - Part 1with special appearance by
The Sons of the Ozark Prairie
; Part 2; Part 3
July 9 - Rodeo
Having Fun - A Witness for Jesus
July 16 - The Shoot Out
Crisis Management - Part 1; Part 2
F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
Seven Ways to be a Better Friend
April 30 - Forgive
Special Guests - Lindley Creek with "Millionaire"
Friends Forgive - Part 1; Part 2
May 7 - Reinforce
Friends Reinforce - Part 1 (The Message); Part 2 (The Bible Story); Part 3 (Lessons Learned)
May 14 - Inquire
May 21 - Encourage
May 28 - Nudge
Friends Nudge - Part 1; Part 2
Introduction and Blessing of Mike Pitts as the Interim Esquire Pastor
June 4 - Delight
June 11 - Supplicate
April - Celebrate 10: Sharing Faith, Offering Hope, Showing Love
Notes about the Series by Mike Pitts
April 2 - Celebrate our History with a message of Thanksgiving!
Read about our History by Ray Leininger
Listen as we celebrate with music and testimony
April 9 - Celebrate our People with a message about diversity and unique gifts; Message - Part 2
Our musical guests - The BHS Girls' Double Quartet
"The Esquire is Family" with Sherry Welch; Family - Part 2
April 16 - Celebrate our Mission - Changed Lives including Robbie Bryant singing I Saw God Today; Our Mission - Part 2
Sherry Welch shares the Mission and Values (Jan 08)
Hear the song - Faith, Hope and Love
April 23 - Celebrate our Friends
March - Cartoonz
Introduction to the series by Mike Pitts
March 5 - Life's Crazy Moments w/Bugs Bunny
Saturday March 8 - Cartoon Saturday - 1 to 5 p.m.
March 12 - Someone's Chasing You w/Road Runner
March 19 - There's No Need to Fear w/Underdog
March 26 - We Need Each Other w/Scooby Doo
January/February - A New Brew
Notes about the series by Mike Pitts
January 23 - Building Strength - Cappuccino
Building Roots - A story of strength with Sherry Shoemaker
Interview with Tom Sneed - Part 1and Part 2
Building Strength - The message with Mike Pitts - Part 1 and Part 2
January 30 - Exciting Life - Spiced Punch
February 6 - Blending Families - Hot Cocoa
February 13 - Sharing Your Life - Tea for 2 - Part 1 and Part 2
February 20 - Sailing Smoothly - Part 1 and Part 2
February 27 - Managing Conflicts - Apple Cider
January 2 - 2008-Adjust, Adjust, Adjust
Special Guest - Ray Leininger
Happy New Year! Adjust, Adjust, Adjust
Sherry Welch shares the Mission and Values
Hear the song - Faith, Hope and Love
So Easy A Caveman Can Do It!
Special Guest - Pastor Billy Russell
Notes about Cavemen by Billy Russell
Jesus was a Caveman!
January 9 - Be a Friend
January 16 - Handle Conflict - Part 1; Part 2
December - All I Want For Christmas...
Notes about Christmas by Mike Pitts
November - Living Richly
Notes about Living Richly by Mike Pitts
October - Character Tour
Video introduction to the series - What is Character?
October 3 - The Faith of Peter - Part 1; Part 2
October 10 - The Intensity of Paul
October 17 - The Courage of Esther
October 24 - The Influence of Philip - Part 1; Part 2
October 31 - NO SERVICE - Trunk O' Treats - 5:30-7:30
Notes about Fall by Sherry Shoemaker
September - Living Beyond the Daily Grind
Notes about the series by Pastor Billy
September 5 - Ask the Right Question - Part 1; Part 2
September 12 - Do the Right Thing
September 19 - Follow the Right Leader
More about the Baptism
September 26 - Practice the Right Love
August - Get in the Game
Notes about the series by Sherry Welch
August 8 - Focus...on the truth - Part 1; Part 2
August 15 - Refuse...to give up - Part 1; Part 2; Part 3
August 22 - Face...your giants -
Special Guest - Coach E.J. Junior
Listen to selected excerpts here - Part 1; Part 2
August 29 - Stand...strong in spirit - Part 1; Part 2; Part 3
June/July - Get Smart!
Welcome our
guest speaker Greg Bunn
Introduction to the series - Get Smart!
June 27 - Let's Get Smart.....with our Words - Part 1; Part 2
July 18 - Let's Get Smart....with our Fear - Part 1; Part 2
July 25 - Let's Get Smart....with our Future
Pastor Billy is back from his travels!
View the Intro - Part 1; Future - Part 2; Future - Part 3
June - Do It Anyway!
Fathering....Anyway! with Drew Shoemaker
May - Getting to Know the Deal Maker
(The Character of God)
Jesus' Love is a Strong Love with Sherry Shoemaker and
the Esquire Band featuring Lori Sawyer
May 16 - God is Gracious; May 23 - God is Generous
April - Deal or No Deal
April 25 - The Deal-Maker
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Notes about Spring by Sherry Shoemaker
March - Life Takes....More!
Listen to Daniel's story
March 21 - Humility & Service with Mike Pitts, Guest Speaker
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March 28 - Faith with Billy Russell, Pastor
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