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Faith produces results. If you want results you have to do something. Build up your faith by hearing and hearing the word. Study it, meditate on it. Pastor Doug shares about this in this "Time to CHEW it Over". Share this with someone today, and leave us a comment.
As war rages in Israel and antisemitic rhetoric spreads in the media, Pastor Doug and Pesach issue a challenge to people of faith: will we stay silent, or will we speak truth in love — even when it's uncomfortable? This episode confronts the disturbing trend of Christian influencers embracing anti-Jewish narratives, and looks to Shavuot and Pentecost for guidance, unity, and spiritual strength.
Pastor Doug reads and comments on Psalm 119:161-176.
In this episode, Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach speak with national security expert Dave Reaboi about Qatar's extensive and troubling influence on American policy. While many conservatives remain strong supporters of Donald Trump, Reaboi lays out how Qatari lobbying reached deep into his administration—with serious consequences for Israel. We explore how a hostile regime has used money, media, and access to undermine American interests and isolate Israel. This conversation is a wake-up call for those who care about faith, freedom, and the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance.
How do we stay on track and overcome the war within? In this message, Pastor Doug unpacks Scriptures that help us take simple, yet clear steps to win our war within each day.If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond here so we can pray for you and encourage you along your journey: https://hpfc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/680887Check out the HISplace Bible Reading plan here: https://hpfc.org/bible-reading-plan/At HISplace Family Church we don't want something from you, we want something for you! By giving you open up an endless fountain of blessings that God wants to pour out to you. To give today click here: https://hpfc.org/give/Stay Connected:Website: https://hpfc.org/HISplace Family Church Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559273825317HISplace Family Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hisplacefamilychurch/#hisplacefamilychurch #hpfc #dougbartsch #church #churchonline #battlefieldofthemind #battlefield #Jesus #jesuschrist #churchonline #message #sermon #series #god #sharethegospel #evangelism #thegoodnews #sunday #sundayservice #christianity #religion #spiritualgrowth #spiritualtransformation #spiritualjourney #war #warwithin #spiritualwarfare #winning #win #rest #weary #tired #exhausted
Courage isn't the absence of fear—it's choosing to stand firm in faith despite it. In this episode of the Salty Pastor, we explore what it means to have biblical courage: not bravado, but a deep trust in God's promises. Pastor Doug unpacks key passages from Scripture to show how real courage is developed through obedience, reliance on God, and spiritual discipline. Learn how to face your challenges with confidence rooted in truth, not emotion.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 biblical courage and worldly confidence?How can regular spiritual habits grow your courage over time?What's one area in your life where God is calling you to step out in faith today?
Pastor Doug continued our "Sermon On The Mount" series with a message on anger and our response to it.
Pastor Doug reads and comments on Psalm 119:145-160.
Are you tired of the voice in your head telling you that you're not enough? That you'll never make it? In this empowering episode of the Salty Pastor, we confront the lies that hold us back and reveal the truth about who you really are. Pastor Doug unpacks the biblical foundation for resilience, confidence, and true success—not the world's version, but God's. It's time to reject the noise, embrace your purpose, and move forward with courage.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:1. What lies have you personally believed about your identity or your ability to succeed, and how have those shaped your choices or mindset?2. Pastor Doug talks about the power of truth over emotion. How can we practically ground ourselves in truth when our feelings are telling a different story?3. The episode emphasizes that success in God's eyes often looks different from the world's definition. How does this perspective shift the way you view your goals and failures?
Subscribe for the latest sermons!Stay Connected:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pearlchurchdenver/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepearlchurch/__________________________________________________________________Doug and Donna have long been considered two of the most respected youth pastors in America. They have given their lives to seeing people radically transformed by the message of Christ. Their deep roots in ministry began in Portland, Oregon where they served for 17 years as Executive Pastors and Generation Ministry Directors under Pastor Frank Damazio at City Bible Church.___________________________________________________________VISION STATEMENT:“Our vision is to build a vibrant, life giving Church for this generation in the Denver Metro area, where people of all races, backgrounds, and socio-eco status, can experience God's grace, rally in community, and champion the cause of Christ together.”
Subscribe for the latest sermons!Stay Connected:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pearlchurchdenver/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepearlchurch/__________________________________________________________________Doug and Donna have long been considered two of the most respected youth pastors in America. They have given their lives to seeing people radically transformed by the message of Christ. Their deep roots in ministry began in Portland, Oregon where they served for 17 years as Executive Pastors and Generation Ministry Directors under Pastor Frank Damazio at City Bible Church.___________________________________________________________VISION STATEMENT:“Our vision is to build a vibrant, life giving Church for this generation in the Denver Metro area, where people of all races, backgrounds, and socio-eco status, can experience God's grace, rally in community, and champion the cause of Christ together.”
Do you ever wonder what separates champions from everyone else? In this episode of The Salty Pastor, we dive into the mindset that drives greatness. Discover how faith, discipline, and a clear purpose can help you think like a champion—no matter what you're facing. Whether you're in a season of victory or struggle, this conversation will equip you to rise above challenges and live with intentionality.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:1. Pastor Doug emphasizes the importance of building strong spiritual habits.What daily or weekly practices have you found most effective in deepening your relationship with Christ, and how have they impacted your spiritual growth?2. The episode discusses maintaining a Christ-centered mindset amidst life's challenges.Can you share an experience where focusing on Christ helped you navigate a difficult situation, and what did you learn from it?3. Embracing grace is highlighted as a key aspect of spiritual development.How do you balance striving for personal growth with accepting God's grace during times of failure or setback?
Are you tired and weary? Are you worn out and exhausted? In this message, Pastor Doug shares Scriptural insights to living from a place of rested strength.If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond here so we can pray for you and encourage you along your journey: https://hpfc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/680887Check out the HISplace Bible Reading plan here: https://hpfc.org/bible-reading-plan/At HISplace Family Church we don't want something from you, we want something for you! By giving you open up an endless fountain of blessings that God wants to pour out to you. To give today click here: https://hpfc.org/give/Stay Connected:Website: https://hpfc.org/HISplace Family Church Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559273825317HISplace Family Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hisplacefamilychurch/#hisplacefamilychurch #hpfc #dougbartsch #church #churchonline #battlefieldofthemind #battlefield #Jesus #jesuschrist #churchonline #message #sermon #series #god #sharethegospel #evangelism #thegoodnews #sunday #sundayservice #christianity #religion #spiritualgrowth #spiritualtransformation #spiritualjourney #war #warwithin #spiritualwarfare #winning #win #rest #weary #tired #exhausted
Pastor Doug reads and comments on Psalm 119:129-144.
In this episode of the Salty Pastor podcast, Pastor Doug dives into the difficult subject of failure—how it shapes us, how it can derail us, and how it often causes us to forget who we are in Christ. He unpacks the subtle but powerful ways our identity can shift when we define ourselves by our mistakes instead of God's truth. Whether you're carrying shame, disappointment, or just feeling lost, this conversation offers a clear reminder: failure does not get the final word. Jesus does.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:1. How has failure impacted the way you see yourself, and where do you think that view aligns—or conflicts—with what God says about you?2. Why is it so easy to tie our identity to our successes or mistakes instead of our relationship with Christ?3. What practical steps can you take to rebuild your identity in Christ after a season of failure or disappointment?
Subscribe for the latest sermons!Stay Connected:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pearlchurchdenver/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepearlchurch/Website:https://www.thepearl.church/__________________________________________________________________Doug and Donna have long been considered two of the most respected youth pastors in America. They have given their lives to seeing people radically transformed by the message of Christ. Their deep roots in ministry began in Portland, Oregon where they served for 17 years as Executive Pastors and Generation Ministry Directors under Pastor Frank Damazio at City Bible Church.___________________________________________________________VISION STATEMENT:“Our vision is to build a vibrant, life giving Church for this generation in the Denver Metro area, where people of all races, backgrounds, and socio-eco status, can experience God's grace, rally in community, and champion the cause of Christ together.”
Subscribe for the latest sermons!Stay Connected:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pearlchurchdenver/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepearlchurch/Website:https://www.thepearl.church/__________________________________________________________________Doug and Donna have long been considered two of the most respected youth pastors in America. They have given their lives to seeing people radically transformed by the message of Christ. Their deep roots in ministry began in Portland, Oregon where they served for 17 years as Executive Pastors and Generation Ministry Directors under Pastor Frank Damazio at City Bible Church.___________________________________________________________VISION STATEMENT:“Our vision is to build a vibrant, life giving Church for this generation in the Denver Metro area, where people of all races, backgrounds, and socio-eco status, can experience God's grace, rally in community, and champion the cause of Christ together.”
We all have a past. Is there something from your past holding you back? How do you break free? In this message, Pastor Doug provides Biblical keys for breaking free from our past.If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond here so we can pray for you and encourage you along your journey: https://hpfc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/680887Check out the HISplace Bible Reading plan here: https://hpfc.org/bible-reading-plan/At HISplace Family Church we don't want something from you, we want something for you! By giving you open up an endless fountain of blessings that God wants to pour out to you. To give today click here: https://hpfc.org/give/Stay Connected:Website: https://hpfc.org/HISplace Family Church Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559273825317HISplace Family Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hisplacefamilychurch/#hisplacefamilychurch #hpfc #dougbartsch #church #churchonline #battlefieldofthemind #battlefield #Jesus #jesuschrist #churchonline #message #sermon #series #god #sharethegospel #evangelism #thegoodnews #sunday #sundayservice #christianity #religion #spiritualgrowth #spiritualtransformation #spiritualjourney #war #warwithin #spiritualwarfare #winning #win
II Corinthians 6:14 - 7:1
Pastor Doug continued our series about the Sermon On The Mount with Jesus' teaching about how we should be like salt and light.
Pastor Doug reads and comments on Psalm 119:113-128.
Guilt and shame can weigh us down, distort our identity, and hold us back from living in freedom. In this episode, Pastor Doug unpacks the difference between guilt and shame, where they come from, and how they affect our relationship with God and others. You'll learn practical steps for confronting these emotions, embracing forgiveness, and walking in the grace that sets you free.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:1. When Jesus says that He has cleansed you from all unrighteousness, do you feel free or do you still feel guilty about things? 2. How does guilt use our mistakes against us and weigh us down?3. If Jesus has set you free from guilt, how should you feel when you make a mistake?4. How does practicing the truth vs lie exercise strengthen your champion mindset?
Sometimes, the path to true victory requires us to let go—of comfort, pride, control, or even our own desires. In this episode, Pastor Doug explores the paradox of winning through surrender. Drawing from Scripture and real-life examples, we examine how loss often becomes the doorway to growth, purpose, and lasting fulfillment. If you're facing a decision that feels costly, this conversation will help you see how God uses sacrifice to shape His greatest victories.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: 1. How often would you say you experience guilty feelings? Every day, once a week, once a month? 2. Now that you know what Jesus came to set you free from these feelings of guilt, what should you do about it? 3. If you were able to get rid of all your feelings of guilt, how successful do you think you would be in enjoying more of your life?