THE MOUNTAIN CHURCH

In this sermon from The Mountain Church, the pastor examines the Elijah-Elisha narrative to reveal how God breaks isolation through generosity and service. He highlights that Elisha—a successful farmer with no religious background—responded to God's calling by immediately abandoning his livelihood, sacrificing his oxen, and humbly serving Elijah before becoming a prophet himself. The core message emphasizes that God's anointing first leads to serving others rather than authority, encouraging listeners to find mentors, gain wisdom through humble service, and embrace Jesus's model of leadership as foot-washing rather than power-wielding.

In this episode, Samuel Goulet emphasizes the importance of anchoring prayer in biblical understanding and practice, using the imagery of the upper room to illustrate the significance of waiting upon the Lord and praying according to God's will rather than personal desires. He highlights how the transformative power of waiting and prayer refines and prepares individuals for the fulfillment of God's promises, drawing parallels between the disciples' experience and the process of spiritual growth. Samuel encourages listeners to pursue a prayer life that seeks God's will, fostering personal transformation and a deeper connection with the divine. [ivoox.com]

In this episode, Samuel Goulet explores the foundational role of solitude and silence in prayer, emphasizing that true intimacy with God begins when we separate ourselves from distractions and embrace stillness. Drawing on biblical examples and teachings, Samuel discusses the challenges of being alone with God, such as anxiety and restlessness, and encourages listeners to build a regular practice of quiet time with God. He offers practical advice for scheduling solitude, highlighting how spiritual growth unfolds as we consistently seek God in the secret place, ultimately calling listeners to cultivate spiritual maturity by knowing God personally and pressing on even when it feels awkward or difficult. [ivoox.com]

In this episode of The Mountain Podcast, Samuel Goulet continues on week 5 on the theme of “Design & Purpose,” emphasizing that every believer is made to share Christ with others. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:11–21, he explains that receiving Christ naturally leads to giving Christ, and that the love of Jesus should be the controlling force in our lives, freeing us from fear, resentment, and selfishness. Samuel outlines five practical ways to live out this calling—intercession, evangelism, counsel, edification, and restoration—encouraging listeners to be active ministers of reconciliation, to build up and restore others, and to let the love of Christ mobilize them to serve and impact those around them.

This episode centers on the theme of spiritual gifts and purpose within the Christian faith. Jim Davis emphasizes that every individual is uniquely designed by God and equipped with spiritual gifts to serve others, not to earn more love but as an expression of love for God. Drawing from scriptures such as Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 139, and 1 Corinthians 12, he encourages listeners to discover and use their gifts for the benefit of the church community, sharing personal stories and practical advice for healing from church hurt and finding joy through service. The episode concludes with an invitation to take a spiritual gifts assessment and a reminder that true fulfillment comes from serving with the gifts God has given.

In this episode, Samuel Goulet explores the theme "Design and Purpose," focusing on the biblical idea that people are made for community. Drawing from passages in Ephesians, Romans, and Matthew, he emphasizes that true church community is built on humility, forgiveness, and the active flow of Jesus' love—likened to the life-giving flow of blood in the body. Goulet challenges listeners to move beyond comfort zones, embrace diversity within the body of Christ, and reject isolation, pride, and unforgiveness. He encourages proactive intercession, radical forgiveness, and genuine connection, highlighting that healthy spiritual community requires both receiving and giving grace, and that the transformative power of Jesus' blood enables believers to overcome relational barriers and thrive together.

n this episode, Samuel Goulet teaches on transformation as a key part of the Christian life, emphasizing that true change comes from both receiving and giving God's love. Drawing from scripture, he explains that worship and humility are essential for spiritual growth, and that believers are called to continually renew their minds and let God's character flow through them, impacting their actions and relationships. [Document]

This episode explores how each person is intentionally designed by God for both universal and unique purposes, emphasizing the importance of loving God, others, and oneself. Drawing from key scriptures, Sam encourages listeners to embrace their value, pursue holiness, and trust in God's redemptive plan even through failures.

Samuel teaches about the importance of prayer, especially intercession, explaining that it starts with personal connection to God and extends to praying for others. He uses biblical examples to show that everyone is called to intercede, encouraging listeners to persist in prayer for others until spiritual growth and unity with Jesus are achieved.

In this teaching, Samuel emphasizes the importance of anchoring prayer in biblical understanding and practice, using the upper room as a strong imagery. He discusses the significance of waiting upon the Lord and praying according to God's will, rather than personal desires. Samuel highlights the transformative power of waiting and prayer, which refine and prepare individuals for the fulfillment of God's promises. He draws parallels between the disciples' experience in the upper room and the process of spiritual growth, stressing the need for obedience, submission, and alignment with the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, Samuel encourages a prayer life that seeks God's will, allowing for personal transformation and a deeper connection with the divine.

In this episode, Sam focuses on Psalm 139 and the theme of prayer. Sam emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity in God and how it influences our prayer life. He discusses the concept of the "secret place" of solitude and silence with God, which forms the foundation for all other types of prayer. The sermon highlights David's model of prayer in Psalm 139, illustrating how David's intimate knowledge of God's omniscience and love shapes his communication with God. Sam encourages listeners to embrace their identity as known and loved by God, to pray authentically and vulnerably, and to allow this understanding to transform their approach to prayer. The sermon concludes with a call to experience God's presence and guidance in every aspect of life, leading to a deeper and more impactful prayer life.

In this episode, Samuel explores the foundational role of solitude and silence in prayer, emphasizing how true intimacy with God begins when we separate ourselves from distractions and embrace stillness. Drawing on biblical examples and verses—including Jesus' teachings and the exhortations of Psalms and Lamentations—Samuel discusses the challenges and fears that often accompany being alone and quiet before God, such as anxiety and restlessness. He encourages listeners to build a regular practice of spending quiet, solitary time with God, noting that such moments not only deepen our knowledge of God but also reveal the voices and patterns influencing our lives. Samuel offers practical advice for scheduling time for solitude and silence, reminding us that spiritual growth unfolds as we break through discomfort and consistently seek God in the secret place. This teaching is a call to cultivate spiritual maturity by knowing God personally, apart from others, and pressing on even when it feels awkward or difficult.