Podcasts about pastor steve

Do you ever feel like your past is holding you back? Maybe you're longing for a "new thing" in your life, but old habits, hurts, or hidden struggles keep you stuck. In this powerful message, Pastor Steve dives into how you can truly find freedom from your past and step into the new life God has for you. Drawing parallels from the biblical story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18), this sermon will challenge you to confront the "old things"—the idols, the secret struggles, the unspoken sins—that prevent you from experiencing God's full freedom. You'll hear inspiring stories of students finding breakthrough and discover practical steps to confess and let go of what's holding you captive. This message is for anyone who longs to:     •    Break free from patterns that keep you stuck.     •    Confess and find healing from hidden struggles.     •    Experience genuine freedom and a fresh start with God.     •    Believe for the "new thing" God wants to do in your life. If you're ready to deal with the old so you can embrace the new, this message is for you. At 12Stone Church, learn how to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference. Visit our website at 12Stone.com for more information or connect with us at https://12stone.com/connect/

1. Faith to Hear - Pastor Steve Schmelzer by Joy Church Eugene

Join us as Pastor Steve continues our series, "Learning to Love God."

Pastor Steve discusses the power of the parable of the sower.

Pastor Steve and Pastor Dave discuss the Ordinary Time in the church calendar - a time of teaching, growth, and community building.

Pastor Steve's Sermon from 7/13/25:  "The Rhythm of the Church: Seasons and Colors and Changes: Ordinary Time" Scripture Reading: Colossians 2:1-3:1

The final part of the Original Installment of Spiritual Gifts.  Pastor Steve has been talking about the motivational gifts of the Spirit. Today he finishes teaching on the motivational gifts by teaching about Empathy and Administrators. 

This week Pastor Steve continues our scintillating series on "The Path". 

The Revelation Of Christ - Part 1 - Pastor Steve Layne

Pastor Steve's sermon on Galatians 5:16-26 highlighted that walking by the Spirit is essential to avoid indulging the desires of the flesh. He explained the constant internal battle between the two, emphasizing that being led by the Spirit—a clear sign of saving faith—means we're no longer bound by the law. This leading of the Spirit, and the fruit it produces, is the unmistakable mark of a true Christian.

1 Peter - HOPE (#5) - Pastor Steve

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Above All Is your faith built on truth—or just tradition, superstition, or emotion? In Part 2 of Above All, Pastor Steve Garcia takes us straight into Colossians 2 to unmask the subtle deceptions that can quietly derail our faith. With wisdom and clarity, this message reveals how culture, religion, and even our feelings can sell us a version of faith that's close… but counterfeit.  

What does it mean to be blessed when following Jesus costs you something? In his message, "Blessed are the Persecuted", Pastor Steve walks us through Matthew 5:10–12 and the bigger story of Scripture to show how persecution is not the end. It's a sign of our deep connection to Christ and His Church. When we suffer for righteousness, we are not alone. We are part of a legacy of faith that reveals Jesus to the world. Be encouraged—your endurance has eternal significance, and your story is tied to the victory of the Lord. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Pastor Steve Dow's message, "Faith That Moves Mountains," explores the transformative power of faith as depicted in Matthew 21 and Hebrews 11. He emphasizes that true faith is not passive but an active catalyst that moves believers to action, enabling them to overcome life's greatest obstacles and experience God's promises, even when circumstances are challenging. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Servanthood | Pastor Steve Hammock

Most of us walk around with quiet pressure in our souls—the need to appear put-together, to be “good enough,” to prove we're worthy of love. But in Luke 18, Jesus tells a story that lovingly exposes this tendency.   In this message, Pastor Steve invites us to see ourselves clearly: not as people who need a little polishing, but as people who need mercy. The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector isn't just about two men praying—it's a mirror for every heart. Do we come to God with our resumé, or with our need?   This sermon is a call to drop the mask, stop striving, and come home to grace.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, July 13, 2025 What is the meaning and magnitude, and means of being “born again”? Pastor Steve's message from John 3:1-15 highlights Jesus's answer to these 3 questions revealing the spiritual and substance of a new life in Christ. Steve's message follows the testimonies and baptisms of two individuals at the start of the service. Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Pastor Steve is talking about Encouragers and Givers today. The gift of encouragement and the gift of giving are both motivational gifts from God.

Pastor Steve and Phil discuss last Sunday's sermon on Luke 7:36-50

Pastor Steve talks about a couple of tools God puts in our toolbox.  Today he is discussing the gifts of Servanthood and Teaching. 

This week Pastor Steve continues his powerful message on "The Path".

The tension between rights and righteousness challenges many Christians today. This message explores the deceptive belief that 'It's my right' should be our guiding principle as followers of Christ. Drawing from Paul's teachings to the Corinthians, we discover that while we may have the freedom to do many things, not everything is beneficial or constructive. Learn three essential questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to exercise your rights: Is it loving toward others? Am I imposing legalistic rules in gray areas? Does my behavior lead people toward Jesus? Discover how Christ himself modeled setting aside his divine rights for our salvation, and how we can follow his example by limiting our freedoms out of love for others. This teaching provides practical guidance for navigating personal freedoms, political differences, and cultural debates while maintaining a Christ-centered perspective. Perfect for Christians struggling with entitlement, rights-based thinking, or finding balance between personal freedom and spiritual responsibility. Keywords: Christian freedom, rights vs righteousness, loving others, legalism, Christian witness, Paul's teachings, 1 Corinthians, Philippians 2, Christ-like mindset, Christian liberty, spiritual maturity, Christian ethics, biblical decision making, kingdom values, Christian love, sacrificial living.

In part 5 of the Armor of God series, Pastor Steve goes into detail about the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Gospel of Peace, and the Shield of Faith. ---------SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Receive our latest videos:https://www.youtube.com/c/PastorSteve...ABOUTPastor, author and speaker Steve Berger is known for his straight talk in dealing with various hot-topic cultural issues that many pastors avoid. In 2021, he founded Ambassador Services International with his wife, Sarah. He serves on the Executive and Pastoral Advisory Boards for Promise Keepers International, and the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast Board, and is Pastor Emeritus of One Church Home in Fairview TN. Whether preaching or writing, in great joy or pain, Steve longs to be a proclaimer of the grace and hope that Jesus came to offer. Since June of 1987, he has been married to Sarah, the love of his life, and together, they have four beautiful children and five grandchildren.LEARN MORE

The book of Proverbs can be a little tough to read on the surface, so we had to bring in three of our favorite speakers to break it down! In this special 3 in 30, our own Steve Hines, Jeremy DeLoach, and Lauren Pugh each bring a message from a different passage of one of Scripture's most complex but applicable books.

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Lets Get Back To The Heart Of Worship Part 2 - Pastor Steve Layne

Listen to Pastor Steve deliver a message titled, “The Good Shepherd” and read from Psalm 23; 100:3 Watch The Video:...

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 7/6/25 by Pastor Steve Shields. Listen as Pastor Steve goes through Luke 19:11-27 and the parable of the ten minas. Waiting is more of an art than a science. Science has predictable events and repeatable outcomes. Art is more open-ended. Perhaps more from the heart. We play a role. We manage our mina. How do we play our role without a script? By knowing the Director. By knowing the big picture and the flow of the story. By knowing yourself. By being aware of need. By listening to the Holy Spirit.

Steve Rains, LifePoint Church, Valley Center, Kansas, Wichita, Assembly of God

Above All  Is Jesus just a good teacher—or is He the foundation of everything? In this bold kickoff to our new series Above All, Pastor Steve Garcia walks us through Colossians 1 to reveal the real Jesus—Creator, Sustainer, Redeemer, and King. This isn't the Jesus culture casually respects or religion conveniently redefines. This is the Jesus who is before all, over all, and worthy of being first in your life.

The Cost of Freedom John 8:32-36 2 Corinthians 3:17 July 6, 2025 Freedom; the most sought-after commodity in the world. What is freedom? The power of choice to make responsible decisions for oneself and ones future. I. The Desire for freedom is one of the strongest desires of the human soul. Over the centuries men have given their lies and fortunes for freedom. It is a desire placed within every human since Adam and Eve. Genesis 1:27-28 II. Privilege of Freedom. a. It is a privilege to walk in freedom. Galatians 5:1 Romans 8:1-2 We must exercise our free rights. Acts 22:25-28 John 8:36 Galatians 3:1, 4:7 b. We must use our freedom to provide it to others. 1 Corinthians 9:19 III. The price of freedom. John 3:16 Galatians 1:4 1 Timothy 2:5-6 God is aware of your desire for freedom. He gave it to you! He paid the price for your freedom through Jesus. Freedom comes through surrender. Are you ready to surrender to God? +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

When was the last time you forgave someone from your heart—not because they deserved it, but because you remembered the mercy God gave you? In this honest and powerful message, Pastor Steve leads us through Jesus' parable of the unforgiving servant and invites us to confront the subtle pride that clings to our own record while holding others hostage to theirs.   We all crave grace, but extending it can feel impossible—especially when wounds run deep. This sermon reminds us that the weight of our own forgiven debt reshapes how we treat those who've hurt us. If you've been hurt, hardened, or haunted by resentment, listen in. Mercy isn't a theory—it's a way of life for those who've been changed by the Gospel.

Today, Pastor Steve examined John 8:30-36, emphasizing the true freedom that comes from believing in Christ and being His disciple. Join Pastor Steve as we study God's Word.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, July 6, 2025 Jesus' flipping tables and driving the money changers from the Temple in John 2:12-15 was a confrontation of the irreverence and condemnation of the false faith He encountered. Pastor Steve's message points out three demonstrations of Jesus' deity that drive home the necessity of authentic faith. Steve's message follows several announcements, including Mark Kline's introduction of a VBS program at Creekside July 29-31. Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Pastor Steve talks about what really motivates a person. What "lights that fire in their belly."  He explains the 7 motivational gifts of the Spirit. 

Pastor Steve and Phil discuss Sunday's message.

Pastor Steve and SAM Michelle discuss how (with the arrival of the light of Christ on Christmas, and the new life of Christ on Easter) the church calendar can reflect the seasons and elements in the world around us - helping to make the church year viscerally present in our lives.

Hello, I'm Jonathan Gouthier a pastor here at First Church in Torrington, CT, and you are listening to the Faith First Podcast. Have you heard the term “ALL IN”? It means going all in on following Jesus. In today's episode, I sit down with our Lead Pastor, Steve Darr, and discuss Wholeheartedly following Jesus, it's kind of the same thing as all in— everything you are and everything you will become. Join me in welcoming Pastor Steve and hitting him right off the start with the question: How would you define following Jesus wholeheartedly?In this episode, you'll discover:Most of us aren't too constant with following Jesus, why is that?Why should we follow Jesus wholeheartedly?Following Jesus wholeheartedly takes commitment. What does the Bible state about being dual-hearted or divided?What does it mean being involved in our wholehearted walk with Jesus?How far are you willing to go for God? If we commit to following God in Christ we are saying we are willing to give it all up and go all in— body, mind, spirit to live a life honoring to God.If this is your first time listening to the Faith First Podcast, we say welcome! And, please take the time to hit the subscribe button below to be alerted when a new episode launches. Until next time, decide to wholeheartedly follow Jesus faith first.

Have you ever felt like your faith was flat, boring, or just not working? Maybe you've heard other people share their incredible stories about Jesus and wondered, "When do I get my own story?" This Sunday, Pastor Steve dives into a personal moment with one of Jesus's disciples to answer the question: What happens when you move from a story about the kingdom to your story in the kingdom?    In this message, you'll discover that when you move from a parable to something personal, it's scary, unexpected, and unbelievably rewarding. Steve also shares a powerful truth: following Jesus doesn't protect you from storms; it might even get you in a storm. But the storm is not evidence that God has left you; it can actually be the very thing that leads you into the presence of God Himself.   If you're ready to step out of the boat and experience the full, thrilling life of following Jesus, this message is for you.

Do you have Kingdom reflexes? This week Pastor Steve concluded our ReFormation series with a message from Jesus' Sermon On the Mount.Matthew 7:24Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.In Jesus' closing parable, both men heard his teachings. Both men were building, presumably with the same materials. Both men experienced the same storm. The only difference was the foundation. 1) Foundations are invisible.Both men are hearing the teaching and building houses that APPEAR SIMILAR. The difference came down to one word: PRACTICE.“Most Christians are educated way beyond the level of their obedience. We don't need to know more. We need to do more with what we know.”Pastor Mark BattersonWhen we come to Jesus, we have access to a grace that can transform. Spiritual disciplines are the means by which we access that grace on a daily basis.2) Foundations are deep.Practice builds a pattern of accessing God's wisdom and grace that goes so deep it becomes REFLEX. Hebrews 5:14But solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to distinguish between good and evil.Not every practice has to be a success. The most important part about practice is showing up.3) Foundations are revealed in storms.It's impossible to work on your foundation in the middle of a storm. But when you practice building on the rock of God's grace and truth, your house will stand through every storm!

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Welcome to River of Life Church's podcast! We are a body of believers who gather together to worship God & grow in His grace. We are a church of His presence, His promises and we are for all people. More info can be found at www.rol-ag.com.

Today, Pastor Steve Boul speaks in week 10 of our series study of the book of Colossians. Our series is called "Beyond the Static" as we look to clear the noise of life and our world and listen to the voice of a loving God. What if the true essence of relationships lies not in power dynamics but in the radical love of Christ? In this sermon, Pastor Steve illuminates the often-misunderstood passage from Colossians about household codes—wives, husbands, children, and masters—and reframes it within the transformative context of the Gospel. By studying these verses, he encourages us to reflect on how they challenge societal norms and provoke thought on what it means to truly submit and love each other under the lordship of Jesus. You can find the full sermon notes and other resources at our website. We hope this message encourages you and helps you know Jesus in a more real way. Subscribe to us at our YouTube channel, on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify. You can also visit us at Facebook or Instagram.

3 Characters, 2 Roads, 1 God | David | Pastor Steve Osborne by Cornwall Church