The Abide Podcast

Spiritual growth isn’t a solo journey—it happens in the soil of committed relationships. In a culture that often runs from conflict, avoids vulnerability, and prioritizes convenience, the gospel calls us to something deeper: staying together to grow. In this final message of our Community Practices series, we explore how long-term, honest, and stable relationships are essential for spiritual formation. From the early church in Corinth to our modern gatherings, God has always used community to shape His people. Through love, truth, confession, forgiveness, and shared rhythms, we are formed into the image of Christ—not alone, but together. This s...

In a world where spiritual sleep and moral darkness often feel overwhelming, Paul calls the church to wake up. In Ephesians 5:14–17, we are reminded that Christ's light doesn’t just expose the darkness—it defeats it. This passage is a powerful call to live as children of light, fully awake, fully aware, and fully engaged with God’s will. Paul urges us to walk wisely—not aimlessly—and to make the most of every opportunity in a world that is losing its way. As we rise from the deadness of sin and apathy, Christ shines on us and through us, bringing cla...

Shame thrives in the dark. It tells us we must hide our struggles, making us feel isolated and alone. But the Bible reminds us that true freedom is found when we confess our sins to one another and pray for one another, that we may be healed (James 5:16). In this teaching, we explore what it looks like to come out of the shadows and into the light of God’s grace — not just privately, but as a practice lived in loving community. We’ll discover how honest confession breaks the chains of secrecy, deepens our relationships, and allows God’s healing...

In Ephesians 5:3–13, Paul reminds us that we are called to live differently as God’s people — turning away from impurity, greed, and empty talk, and stepping fully into the light of Christ. In this teaching, we’ll explore what it means to expose the hidden, dark places in our hearts and let God’s light transform them. We’ll see how God empowers us to live in holiness, how bringing sin into the light brings freedom rather than shame, and how our choices affect not only ourselves but those around us. Join us as we embrace our true identity as “children of li...

In one of Jesus' most beloved parables, we meet two sons — one who rebels and runs, and another who stays but grows bitter. Yet at the heart of this story is not just the failure of the sons, but the extravagant love of the Father. This week we explored Luke 15 and see ourselves in both sons: the one who wanders and the one who resents. But more importantly, we behold the Father whose love is patient, pursuing, and restoring. Whether we are far from God or close but cold, His invitation is the same: “Come home.” In this story we marvel...

In a world that often encourages isolation and self-reliance, Christian community is radically different—it’s a place where no one laughs or cries alone. Scripture calls us to “rejoice with those who rejoice” and “weep with those who weep.” This teaching explores the spiritual practice of sharing both our joys and our sorrows as a way of embodying the love of Christ.

In this powerful passage, Paul draws a sharp contrast between the life we once lived—shaped by ignorance, hard-heartedness, and self-centered desires—and the new life we've been called into through Christ. The "old self" is marked by corruption and deceit, while the "new self" reflects God's righteousness, holiness, and love. This teaching unpacks what it means to put off the old humanity and put on the new—practically, relationally, and spiritually.

Acts 2:42 paints a powerful picture of the early church—not as an institution, but as a family devoted to life together. This sermon unpacks what it means to be the church as a spiritual family gathered around a table, sharing in teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. In a world marked by loneliness, isolation, and individualism, this passage invites us back to the warmth of community. The table becomes more than a place to eat—it becomes the center of belonging, conversation, and shared life. The early believers didn’t just attend events together; they devoted themselves to one an...

This teaching explores the call to live a life worthy of our calling by cultivating unity within the church. The Apostle Paul urges believers to walk in humility, gentleness, patience, and love—key attitudes that protect and preserve the unity given by the Spirit. Paul reminds us that although we are many members with diverse gifts, we are one body under one Lord, one faith, and one baptism. The passage emphasizes that Christ has given leaders and spiritual gifts to equip the saints for ministry, build up the body, and help us all mature into the fullness of Christ. True un...

In a world that constantly tells us to hold tighter to what we have, the Scriptures invite us to live with open hands and open hearts. In this message, you'll discover the freeing truth that all we possess—our time, talents, and treasures—ultimately belong to the Lord. By exploring key Scriptures, we’ll learn how recognizing God's ownership leads to joyful generosity, deeper trust, and eternal impact. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged to reflect God's generous nature in every area of your life.

In this heartfelt prayer, the Apostle Paul kneels before God to ask for inner strength, deeper faith, and a fuller experience of Christ’s love for the believers in Ephesus. Though imprisoned, Paul focuses not on physical needs but on spiritual growth—praying that believers would be strengthened by the Spirit, rooted in love, and able to grasp the vastness of God’s love. Paul closes with a powerful reminder of God's ability to do far more than we can ask or imagine.

The heart of this teaching is a call to generosity—not as an obligation, but as a joyful response to God’s grace. Listeners are invited to consider how generosity aligns them with God's kingdom purposes, stores up treasure in heaven, and brings deep spiritual freedom. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching, the message encourages practical steps to cultivate a generous lifestyle, reminding believers that what they do with their resources reveals where their treasure—and their trust—truly lies. This sermon is both a warning and an invitation: a warning against the soul-destroying power of greed, and an invitation into the rich, libe...

In Ephesians 3:1–13, the Apostle Paul unveils a profound mystery once hidden for ages: the uniting of Jew and Gentile into one body—the Church—through Jesus Christ. This passage emphasizes that the Church is not an afterthought in God’s redemptive plan but the divine masterpiece of a new humanity, formed and sustained in Christ.

This Mother’s Day message draws from 2 Corinthians 1:3–4, where Paul describes God as “the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” The sermon explores how God’s comforting nature is not only a gift to every believer but also a model for how mothers reflect His character in daily life.

In this teaching we look at the character of our generous and joyful God who exemplifies who we were created to embody!

In this teaching we look at the account of King Josiah and his response to the Scriptures as it was read and communicated to him. What should our response to the Scriptures be as we Read, Meditate, and Study the Scriptures?

Paul communicates the grace that has been extended through Jesus to both the Jews and the Gentiles. This grace unifies the once existent division between the two.

What does it mean to rightly divide the Word of truth? What does it mean to approach the Scriptures with an understanding of the context of a particular passage? This teaching dives into five lenses we must put on in order to bring clarity as we read and study the Scriptures.

In this powerful passage, Paul offers a heartfelt prayer for the believers in Ephesus—and for us today. After commending them for their faith and love, he prays that God would give them "the Spirit of wisdom and revelation" so they can know Him more deeply.

In this sermon we focus on the opening of God's Word in order for us to meditate in the Scriptures. We take a deeper look at what the Scriptures mean by meditating on the Scriptures.

In this sermon we look at the main theme of the Scriptures and why the Scriptures were written.

In this teaching we get an overview of the context and driving message that Paul, the author was attempting to communicate through this letter.

In this sermon we look at Elijah's encounter with God on top of Mount Horeb. God's invitation to Elijah to listen to his voice in the place of solitude.

In this teaching we recap the book of Acts and look at some key characteristics of the early church.

In this sermon we look at the invitation from God out of Isaiah 30 for us to sit still and to find our strength in quietness. We also look at the three enemies: the flesh, the world, and the devil and the way in which we can overcome the enemy.

In this chapter we navigate Paul's interaction with the islanders of Melita as well as his final leg of his journey into Rome.

In the this sermon we look at the invitation from God out of Isaiah 30 for us to sit still and to find our strength in quietness. We also look at the three enemies: the flesh, the world, and the devil and the way in which we can overcome the enemy.

In this sermon we look at the character of Elijah, the prophet who finds himself in a place of solitude where he has to encounter himself.I Kings 19:1-4

Eric Goetsch, Aaron Sikele, & Save Sikele sit down to have a conversation around the practice of prayer. "Lord, Teach Us To Pray" Andrew Murray "Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools" Tyler Staton

In this sermon we take a look at the example of young Samuel and his attentiveness to God's voice. I Samuel 3

Matthew 6:5-13