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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim, Mark, and Titus continue the series on temptation with Part 3, turning to one of the most sobering examples in Scripture: King Solomon.
Known as the wisest and wealthiest king in the Bible, Solomon had everything. Yet despite his wisdom, his heart was gradually turned away from God through compromise, specifically through relationships that pulled him in the wrong direction.
In this episode, the team unpacks how temptation does not always come through weakness alone. Sometimes it comes through success, comfort, and slow drift. Solomon’s story becomes a warning that no one is immune, and that what we allow into our lives can shape what we ultimately become.
They also discuss how to recognize these patterns early and what it looks like to guard your heart, stay grounded in truth, and defend against temptation before it takes root.
 
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:16 From King Saul To King Solomon
02:00 How King Solomon Experienced Temptation
03:29 When We Go Outside Of God’s Plan, It Always Leads To Destruction
04:27 You’ll Think You Can Handle It
05:16 Temptation Begins With Dismissing God’s Word
06:35 Who’s Kingdom Is It For?
07:49 Solomon’s Legacy
10:37 Covenantal Drift
12:55 Neglect Of God Always Takes From You
14:43 Outro
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim, Mark, and Titus continue the conversation in Part 2 of the temptation series, diving deeper into one of the most overlooked realities of spiritual life.
What you allow in your private proximity often becomes your greatest point of temptation.
In this episode, they unpack how the things we keep close, whether habits, influences, environments, or thoughts, can quietly shape our desires and decisions. Temptation rarely begins in a moment. It often begins in what we tolerate over time.
This conversation is both challenging and practical, helping listeners recognize the importance of boundaries, awareness, and intentional living when it comes to resisting temptation.
This is Part 2 of the series. The discussion will continue as they explore how to not only recognize temptation, but overcome it.
 
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:16 Power Vs. Proximity
04:06 The Heart Is Deceitful
06:09 You Don’t Have To Act On Feelings
07:27 Private Proximity Is Your Weakness
09:17 Why Are You Getting Married?
10:34 Proverbs 6:27
12:20 Summary
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, pastors Tim, Titus, and Mark kick off a brand new mini-series on one of the most universal struggles in the Christian life: temptation.
The episode begins with a reaction to a clip discussing temptation, which sparks a deeper conversation about how we actually get pulled into it. From subtle compromises to patterns of thinking, they unpack the real pathways that lead people away from what God has called them to.
But this is not just about identifying the problem. It is about finding a way forward. The conversation begins to lay the foundation for how we resist, escape, and overcome temptation through truth, awareness, and dependence on God.
This is Part 1 of the series. In the coming episodes, they will continue breaking down practical and biblical ways to deal with temptation in everyday life.
 
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:38 Podcast Series On Temptation
03:34 Justin Owens Clip
05:13 Romans 1
09:27 God Must Be Placed First
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim and Jordan Bourne sit down with Shona Sowell, a member of Genesis Metro Church and candidate for Mayor of Frisco.
Shona shares her personal story, and how her faith shapes the way she makes decisions. The conversation covers her vision for the city, key priorities, and the values she believes are essential for strong leadership.
From navigating public office with integrity to balancing growth with infrastructure, this episode offers a unique look at what it means to bring faith into the public square.
If you live in Frisco or care about the intersection of faith, leadership, and local government, this conversation will inform and challenge you.
 
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShonaFrisco/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonafrisco/
 
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:53 Who Is Shona Sowell?
13:04 How Faith Affects Serving In Public Office
18:14 Shona’s Unique Experience
22:25 Campaign Promises: Expectations Vs. Reality
29:52 Why Shona Will Hit The Ground Running
32:25 Shona’s Views On Frisco’s City Issues
43:48 Frisco’s Growing Diversity
55:21 Why You Should Vote For Shona Sowell
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim and Titus take a deeper look at the story of Lot, uncovering a powerful detail that is often overlooked: Zoar.
As God was leading Lot away from destruction and toward safety in the mountains, Lot instead asked to settle in Zoar, a place that seemed small, manageable, and “good enough.”
Tim and Titus unpack the hidden significance of that decision and what it reveals about human nature. Why do we resist where God is trying to lead us? Why do we settle for what feels easier instead of trusting what is better?
This conversation explores how God is often calling us out of destruction and into something greater, yet we can be tempted to choose what feels safe, familiar, or insignificant. The story of Lot becomes a mirror, showing how easy it is to trade God’s best for something less.
If you have ever felt the pull to settle instead of step forward in faith, this episode will challenge you to trust God’s direction and aim higher.
 
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:23 God Gives Us Warning Signs
05:10 Accountability
07:40 The Story Of Lot
11:11 God Is Giving One Last Chance
14:02 The “Significance” Of Zoar
24:05 Don’t Leave The Blessing Of God
28:11 Quit Settling For Insignificant!
32:53 God’s Design For Covenant Relationships
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim, Carrie, Jordan, and Titus continue the Surrounded conversation by unpacking a powerful warning from Hebrews 12:1 — the sin that so easily entangles us.
What does it really mean to get “caught up”? Through the stories of Esau and Samson, the Bournes explore how small compromises can lead to bigger consequences, and how easily distraction, desire, and disobedience can pull us away from what God has called us to.
This episode is both a warning and an invitation. A warning about the dangers of drifting, and an invitation to live with awareness, discipline, and purpose.
The conversation closes with a powerful distinction: regret vs. repentance. Regret leads to grief and staying stuck. Repentance leads to God, freedom, and restoration.
If you have ever felt pulled off track or caught in something you did not intend, this episode will challenge and encourage you to refocus and move forward.
 
Chapters
02:18 Don’t Get Caught Up
06:57 Ever Been Caught Up?
13:42 Esau-Level Short Sightedness
17:35 Samson Caught Up
21:55 God Gives Warnings And Boundaries
24:16 Make The Right Decision Today
25:02 Preventative Maintenance
27:54 “It Just Happened”
28:55 Regret Vs. Repentance
31:40 How Do You Repent?
35:10 Don’t Get Caught Up!!
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim, Carrie, and Titus kick off a new series of conversations inspired by Genesis Metro’s sermon series, “Surrounded,” based on Hebrews 12:1–3.
Looking at the “cloud of witnesses” mentioned in Scripture, they focus on the powerful story of Rahab. A woman whose single decision to trust God changed the trajectory of her life forever. Her story is a reminder that following God often requires risk, courage, and a willingness to step away from what is familiar.
The Bournes unpack how choosing obedience can lead to a change in your environment, your relationships, and ultimately who you are surrounded by. Sometimes the hardest part of faith is not knowing what comes next, but trusting God enough to take the step anyway.
At the center of this conversation is a simple but powerful truth: you are one decision away from God changing your life for the better.
 
CHAPTERS
00:58 Sermon Series: Surrounded
01:37 The Story of Rahab
04:49 How Rahab’s Story Applies To Us
08:17 Mile Marker 1: Meeting God Leads To Risk
11:59 Parasitic Christianity
17:15 Mile Marker 2: Meeting God Will Change Your Crowd
26:02 How Your Crowd Impacts Your Marriage
30:25 Evangelism vs. Secularism
34:01 You Are One Decision Away
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim and Carrie Bourne dive into the biblical design for marriage and leadership within the home. What does it really mean for husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the Church, and for wives to respect and support their husbands?
Tim and Carrie walk through what Scripture teaches about Godly leadership, mutual care, and the responsibility each spouse carries in building a healthy marriage. They share practical insights from their own life and ministry, unpacking how these biblical principles are meant to strengthen relationships rather than create tension.
This conversation is an honest and encouraging look at how God’s design for marriage works when both husband and wife seek to honor Him first.
 
CHAPTERS 
00:30 A Wife’s Perspective Of Uprising 
03:09 The Secret To Women 
07:34 How To Let A Godly Husband Lead A Godly Woman 
13:53 Healthy Leadership Structure In A Godly Marriage 
19:43 Debunking Feminism
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Jordan, Tim, and Titus recap Uprising 2026, the 20th annual men’s conference at Genesis Metro Church.
They reflect on the powerful moments from the weekend and break down some of the incredible testimonies they witnessed. From men encountering God in new ways to lives being completely transformed, the impact of this year’s conference was unforgettable. The team also shares about the salvations that took place throughout the weekend, including powerful moments on Thursday night, Friday night, and Sunday morning.
This episode highlights what happens when men step into community, accountability, and a space where God can move in their hearts.
If you want to hear how God is changing lives through Uprising and why moments like this matter for families, churches, and future generations, this conversation will encourage you.
 
CHAPTERS
00:54 What is Uprising?
04:38 Foundational Text
05:28 WHAT’S IN THE BOX???
15:29 Salvation Surrounded By A Cloud Of Witnesses
19:59 Cesar’s Story
22:39 Next Man Up
25:00 Big Event
29:41 Moments At The Door
33:50 Uprising Sunday At Genesis Metro
41:50 The Power Of The Word Of God
 
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This week on Bourne & Raised, Tim, Carrie, and Titus continue the conversation in Part 2 of unpacking the Once For All series, diving deeper into how Jesus fulfills the Day of Atonement described in Leviticus.
In this episode, they explore the powerful imagery of the scapegoat. On the Day of Atonement, one goat was sacrificed, and another was sent away into the wilderness, symbolically carrying the sins of the people. Tim, Carrie, and Titus unpack how this points directly to Jesus, who not only paid for sin, but carried it away completely.
This conversation highlights the beauty of substitution, removal of guilt, and the freedom found in Christ. The gospel is not partial. It is complete.
Next week in Part 3, they will explain how Jesus also fulfills the ram offering, bringing this rich theological discussion full circle.
If you want to understand the Old Testament sacrificial system and see how it all points to Jesus, this episode will deepen your faith and strengthen your biblical understanding.
 
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