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Why do people everywhere love art—music, stories, beauty, design, creativity? Pastor Doug uncovers how our attraction to art is far more than human taste or cultural trends. It's a spiritual signal pointing back to the creativity, beauty, and truth found in Jesus Himself. Discover how art reveals our longing for meaning, how Jesus fulfills that longing, and why the gospel makes sense of the human drive to create.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:How does the human desire for beauty and creativity point toward a Creator?What forms of art most clearly help you recognize spiritual truth?How does seeing Jesus as the source of meaning change the way you view art and culture?
Did Jesus really change the world, or is that just something Christians say? In this episode, Pastor Doug takes you past clichés and into the historical, cultural, and spiritual impact of Jesus' life and teachings. You'll discover how His message reshaped societies, transformed human hearts, and continues to influence the world in ways most people never notice. This episode will challenge you to see His influence with fresh eyes—and consider what it means for your own faith today.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:What aspects of Jesus' teaching have most shaped your understanding of the world and your purpose in it?How would society look different today if Jesus had never existed?In what practical ways can you reflect the world-changing love and truth of Jesus in your daily life?
Pursuing And Dating (Pastor Doug) by Grace Assembly of God
Each Thanksgiving our Sunday service is transformed as members of our congregation share a deeply personal Thanksgiving reflection. This year we are blessed by Isis Marks, Eshinee Veith, Pastor Doug, and Linda and Andrew Kolody. Scripture read by Steve Thames and Efton Park.Giving ThanksWe live our best lives when we are regularly thanking God for the many blessings he showers upon us.Where do all good and perfect gifts come from? What does that mean in our lives?What are some “good and perfect” gifts you've received from God?What does the phrase "Father of lights" reveal about God? What does it mean that God does notchange like shifting shadows?How does being the "firstfruits" of God's creatures relate to Christian identity or purpose?How do you make giving thanks a regular habit in your life?Psalm 100A Psalm of thanksgiving.1 Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.2 Serve the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing.3 Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise. Give thanks to him; bless his name.5 For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever and his faithfulness to all generations.Matthew 11:25-3025 At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; 26 yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. 27 All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”1 Thessalonians 5:16-1816 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
What truly carried the Pilgrims through unthinkable hardship? In this episode, Pastor Doug uncovers the often-overlooked story of the Pilgrims' redemption—how their deep faith, repentance, and reliance on God shaped not only their survival but the birth of a new spiritual identity. You'll discover the spiritual convictions that guided them and how those same truths can anchor your life today.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:How did the Pilgrims' understanding of redemption shape the decisions they made as a community?What parallels do you see between their struggles and the challenges Christians face today?How can embracing biblical redemption change the way you respond to adversity?
What did the Pilgrims really believe—and why does it matter today? In this episode, Pastor Doug uncovers the often-misunderstood beliefs, values, and motivations of the Pilgrims who crossed the Atlantic in search of a new life. We'll explore their theology, their view of freedom, their understanding of community, and how their faith shaped the earliest foundations of America.If you've ever wondered what drove them, what they hoped for, or how their convictions still influence our world, this episode brings clarity and truth to a story many people think they already know.Support the mission of The Salty Pastor podcast!Help us continue bringing truth and biblical clarity to a divided world.Donate at: https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastorDiscussion Questions:What beliefs or values motivated the Pilgrims to leave their homeland and start a new community?How did their view of faith influence their political and social structures?What misconceptions have you heard about the Pilgrims, and how does the truth change your understanding of them?
Woodland Campus | Guest speaker pastor Doug teaches on God's touch and power through the laying on of hands.
Pastor Doug continued our "Love Life" series with a message highlighting the power women have in the choices they make in relationships.
In Week 1 of THANKFULL, Pastor Doug Bell teaches that gratitude is not a reaction to a season — it is the posture of your heart before God. Gratitude isn't something we feel when life finally “gets better”; it's something we choose before the blessing, during the confusion, and through the chaos. As Pastor Doug said, “Thankful starts before the crisis happens… Thankful comes during the confusion, the chaos, the mess, the hell you're going through.”Life is layered — we can be blessed in one area and broken in another. Because of that, gratitude cannot depend on circumstances. It must be anchored in recognizing, remembering, and responding to the goodness of God, even when His goodness is hard to see (recognition), easy to forget (remembering), or costly to obey (responding).Pastor Doug walks us through four biblical models of gratitude as a posture:• Job: Gratitude as surrender, worshiping even in devastating loss.• Joseph: Gratitude as trust, especially in the chapters we cannot read yet.• Paul: Gratitude as dependence, embracing weakness to experience God's strength.• David: Gratitude as humility, remembering that every blessing comes from God's hand.Pastor Doug reminds us that grief, mystery, weakness, and even blessing all demand posture. Gratitude is the anchor that keeps us from being carried away by storms — it doesn't erase the grief, it anchors us in it.
“The God Who Calls”Exodus 35:4-10; Exodus 39:42-43; Exodus 40:33b-38Exodus 35:4 Moses said to all the congregation of the people of Israel, “This is the thing that the Lord has commanded. 5 Take from among you a contribution to the Lord. Whoever is of a generous heart, let him bring the Lord's contribution: gold, silver, and bronze; 6 blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen; goats' hair, 7 tanned rams' skins, and goatskins; acacia wood, 8 oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, 9 and onyx stones and stones for setting, for the ephod and for the breastpiece.10 “Let every skillful craftsman among you come and make all that the Lord has commanded:Exodus 39:42 According to all that the Lord had commanded Moses, so the people of Israel had done all the work. 43 And Moses saw all the work, and behold, they had done it; as the Lord had commanded, so had they done it. Then Moses blessed them.Exodus 40:33 …So Moses finished the work.34 Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. 35 And Moses was not able to enter the tent of meeting because the cloud settled on it, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. 36 Throughout all their journeys, whenever the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle, the people of Israel would set out. 37 But if the cloud was not taken up, then they did not set out till the day that it was taken up. 38 For the cloud of the Lord was on the tabernacle by day, and fire was in it by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel throughout all their journeys.CONNECT WITH USIf you have any questions or would like to get to know us further, head over to https://www.triumphlbc.org/connect and fill out our online connection card.ABOUT TRIUMPHTriumph wants to see the life and message of Jesus transform your heart, home, and city. To learn more visit https://www.triumphlbc.org/
What does it really mean to “win” the culture war—and are Christians fighting it the right way? In this episode, Pastor Doug breaks down the spiritual, cultural, and moral forces shaping our world today. You'll learn why Christians often feel overwhelmed, what Scripture says about influencing culture, and how to stand firm without losing compassion or truth. If you've ever wondered how to navigate a society drifting from biblical values, this episode gives you the clarity, strategy, and encouragement you need.Support the mission of The Salty Pastor podcast! Help us continue spreading biblical truth by visiting our donations page: https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastorDiscussion Questions: • What part of today's culture feels most hostile or confusing to you as a Christian? • How can believers engage cultural issues without becoming combative or discouraged? • Which biblical principles most help you stay grounded when culture shifts around you?
What's the best way to grow your faith—consistently, deeply, and in a way that actually transforms your life? In this episode, Pastor Doug breaks down the core habits, mindsets, and spiritual practices that lead to real, lasting spiritual growth. You'll learn why faith isn't built by accident, how to stay grounded in truth in a chaotic world, and the simple disciplines that God uses to shape strong, resilient believers.Strengthen your walk, deepen your trust, and discover how to build a faith that withstands anything life throws at you.Support the mission of The Salty Pastor Podcast! Help us continue teaching biblical truth by giving at: https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastorDiscussion Questions:What practices have helped your faith grow the most in different seasons of life?Where do you feel your faith is strongest right now—and where does it need strengthening?How can you build consistency in spiritual disciplines when life feels busy or overwhelming?
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Are the Old and New Testaments telling two different stories—or is the real danger in how we misunderstand them? In this episode, Pastor Doug exposes the common misconceptions that create confusion, division, and deception among Christians. You'll discover how both testaments work together, how Jesus fulfills the Old Testament, and why understanding the full story of Scripture is essential for a strong and resilient faith.If you've ever wondered why God seems different between the testaments—or struggled to understand how the covenants fit together—this episode will bring clarity, confidence, and a deeper trust in God's Word.Support the mission of The Salty Pastor podcast!Partner with us here: https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastorYour generosity helps us continue teaching truth, equipping believers, and changing lives.Discussion Questions:What are some of the biggest misconceptions you've heard about the Old Testament vs. the New Testament?How does seeing the Old Testament as the foundation of the New Testament change your perspective on Scripture?Why is it dangerous for Christians to disconnect Jesus from the Old Testament story?In what ways has understanding both testaments strengthened your faith or helped you avoid confusion?
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Are the Old Testament and New Testament in conflict—or do they tell one unified story? In this episode, Pastor Doug explores how both testaments reveal God's character, His plan for humanity, and the foundation of the gospel. You'll gain clarity on how the Bible fits together, why both sections matter, and how understanding them deepens your faith.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:How do you see the themes of the Old Testament fulfilled in the New Testament?What misconceptions have you heard about the differences between the two testaments?How does understanding the unity of Scripture strengthen your faith and trust in God?
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Bad ideas aren't harmless—they shape how we think, live, and treat others. In this episode, Pastor Doug breaks down how false beliefs can quietly erode your faith and damage your spiritual health. Learn how to identify cultural lies, guard your mind with biblical truth, and build a worldview that leads to real strength and peace.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast!Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:What are some popular ideas in culture today that sound good but contradict biblical truth?How can you tell when a belief or mindset is starting to harm your spiritual health?What practical steps help you renew your mind and stay rooted in truth?
How do you stay joyful when the world feels so divided? In this episode, Pastor Doug reveals how true joy doesn't depend on politics, peace, or popularity—it's rooted in Christ alone. Discover how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to rise above the chaos, love others deeply, and live with hope no matter how divided the culture becomes.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions:What's the difference between happiness and biblical joy?How can focusing on Christ help you rise above cultural division?What practical habits help you protect your joy when life feels overwhelming?