Behind the Message

John Week 11

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:48:11 +0000

Avocado Hand Warmers:https://www.amazon.com/Gaiatop-Rechargeable-Magnetic-Settings-Avocados/dp/B0CMQPRHDH Cigars vs. Cigarettes:https://cigarcountry.com/blog/cigars-vs-cigarettes/ Plug-In Solar Panels for OR:https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/09/oregon-lawmakers-seek-to-shine-light-on-balcony-solar-but-safety-issue-linger/ Started talking about the message at 11:05 Foursquare disaster response in the Middle East:https://foursquaredisasterrelief.org/disasters/middle-east-response-2026/ C.S. Lewis, “Why I’m not a pacifist.”:https://www.cslewis.com/why-im-not-a-pacifist/ Cynicism as a coping mechanism:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/possibilitizing/202503/why-cynicism-feels-smart-but-can-sabotage-your-success Denial as a coping mechanism: https://www.relationalpsych.group/articles/understanding-denial-as-a-defense-mechanism Julian of Norwich:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_of_Norwich Westside’s Community Garden:https://westsidechurch.org/all-church-updates/community-garden-seed-planting/

John Week 10

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

John Weeks 8-9

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:12:42 +0000

Rivalry between NZ and Australia https://nzpocketguide.com/the-new-zealand-australia-rivalry-what-you-need-to-know/ IHOP and Applebees https://franchise.ihop.com/en/applebees-co-branded-franchising/why-dual-brands

John Week 6

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:42:44 +0000

John Week 5

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

What happens to the merch of the losing Super Bowl team? https://people.com/what-happens-to-losing-team-merch-after-the-super-bowl-8786961 Proper trail etiquette https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/trail-etiquette/ Start talking about the message 13:340 Who was defeated in the winter in Russia? Napoleon? https://www.history.com/articles/napoleons-disastrous-invasion-of-russia The Paschal mystery https://iws.edu/2014/04/holy-week-14/ Prayer practice from Brian Zahnd https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6021960f4c1ff711fe8a549c/t/62e336507ae96720bd6df0fa/16590577…

John 4-5

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Started talking about the message at 13:34 Shofarhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shofar Heresies popular during the time of John’s writing: Gnosticism – https://iep.utm.edu/gnostic/Docetism – https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/docetism Davinci Codehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0382625 “Let them”https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/ Valentine’s Dayhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Valentines-Day Seattle Seahawks are going to the Super Bowl:https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47728615/seattle-seahawks-win-los-angeles-rams-nfc-championship… What do the bars on your cell phone mean?https://nextivityinc.com/blog/what-do-the-bars-on-my-cell-phone-mean/

John 2 - Water to Wine, Tables Flipped

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

John 2 and the Kind of “Religious” That Makes Jesus Mad. John 2 holds a paradox on purpose: the kingdom looks like extravagant grace at a wedding and uncompromising confrontation when worship becomes a gatekeeping machine. Jesus is abundant for the empty—and fiercely opposed to religious systems that keep people out while claiming God’s authority. 14:15 – Start talking about the message How early is too early to eat non-breakfast foods? https://mashable.com/article/eat-lunch-before-noon The Last Battle https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-last-battle-c-s-lewis Does Jesus ever critique Rome? Pentecostalism https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pentecostalism Different interpretations of Revelation https://africa.thegospelcoalition.org/article/4-ways-to-read-the-book-of-revelation/ Was Star Wars about the Nazi regime? https://www.history.com/articles/the-real-history-that-inspired-star-wars

John Week 1

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Stories from Uber**https://www.uber.com/blog/once-upon-a-ride/** Started talking about the message at 9:34 Timeline of John’s retelling:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/0 Summer sausagehttps://www.southernliving.com/what-is-summer-sausage-8363025

Advent Week 3 | Joy

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:32:47 +0000

In this special Advent edition of Behind the Message, we’re slowing down with short, reflective conversations designed to help you engage the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love throughout the season. Each mini episode offers a simple takeaway and a moment to recenter your heart on the wonder of Christ’s coming.

Advent Week 2 | Peace

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:28:47 +0000

Advent Week 1 | Hope

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:42:44 +0000

Vision

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:59:50 +0000

Started talking about the message: 10:15 What’s the difference between La Nina and El Nino?https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/ninonina.html The Farmer’s Almanac – Ben Franklin did not invent it:https://www.almanac.com/history-old-farmers-almanac Nicolas Cage:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000115 SBC removes Saddleback from its denomination:https://edition.cnn.com/2023/06/14/us/southern-baptist-convention-annual-meeting Bold Ventures: Gingerbread cake – I guess it’s a thing:https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/gingerbread-cake Minced Meat Pie – A meat pie with no meat:https://www.allrecipes.com/article/what-is-mincemeat-pie A brief history of egg nog:https://time.com/3957265/history-of-eggnog

Rahab and Jericho

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Philip’s tomb in Hierapolishttps://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-sites-places/biblical-archaeology-sites/tomb-of-… The walk to Hierapolishttps://www.gettyimages.com/photos/hierapolis This I believe – Hillsong Same God – Elevation Modern-day Nicea – Iznik in the Bursa Province of northwestern Turkeyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/İznik The Great Theater of Ephesus from Acts 19:23-41https://turkisharchaeonews.net/object/great-theatre-ephesus Church History Series The Beatles Yellow Submarine: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063823/ The Quarrymen: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Quarrymen The Jungle Bookhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061852https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/why-the-beatles-turned-down-jungle-book

Jonah and the Whale

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Mariners clip of a man crying after the win:https://www.si.com/mlb/mariners-fans-full-emotion-seattle-first-home-playoff-win-since-2001 His Favorite Song of all – Phillips, Craig, and Dean Stacey Orricohttps://www.youtube.com/stacieorrico Barlow Girlhttps://www.youtube.com/user/barlowgirlmusic

David and Goliath

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 22:41:29 +0000

9/29/25 – David and Goliath Adventures in Odyssey Garrison Keeler Chris Theeley Nickel Creek Now 95 Wow Worship Best Friend Inside Out Darlene Zschech Reuben Morgan Crystal Lewis Awesome God Shout to the Lord Sometimes by Step Like Incense Rich Mullins 17:00 start talking about the message Malcolm Gladwell’s book Davie and Goliath Miracle on Ice Babe Babe Ruth Hank Aaron

On Leadership, Charlie Kirk, and Aligning with the Way of Jesus

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:35:57 +0000

Emotionally healthy spirituality – Pete Scazzero Teddy Roosevelt https://theodoreroosevelt.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=991271&module_id=339332 John Wayne The Night at the Museum https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0477347 The Natural History Museum in NYC https://www.amnh.org Presidential podcast by the Washington Post https://www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/presidential Safe Parking https://www.mvcdoregon.org

Sunday School - Noah's Ark

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000

9:45 started talking about the sermon John 5:39 You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me. 1 Peter 3:20-21 to those who were disobedient long ago when God waited patiently in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In it only a few people, eight in all, were saved through water, and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, When did we start […]

Good and Beautiful

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Good and Beautiful books by James Bryan Smith Dallas Willardhttps://dwillard.org Rich Mullinshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rich_Mullins Gen Z now Leads in Church Attendance: Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z:https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2019/01/17/where-millennials-end-and-generation-z-begins Safe Housing: Rich Villodashttps://www.richvillodas.com Rich Villodas’ Church:

Westside Safe Housing Partnership with Bend Mayor Melanie Keller and Rick Russell

Behind the Message Podcast — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0000

What is the project? Why this matters: About the program: Outcomes & Success: Addressing Concerns: Why the Church? Encouragement & Hope: Call to Action:

Big Questions

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 19:00:44 +0000

Unsolved Mysteries Robert Stack https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0821041 JOHN WALSH https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0909696 America’s Most Wanted https://www.fox.com/americas-most-wanted Jerry Seinfeld https://jerryseinfeld.com Perfect Strangers https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090501 TGIF https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TGIF_(TV_programming_block) 9:13 – started talking about Big Questions Lazarus https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2011%3A1-44&version=NLT John the Baptist https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2011%3A1-6%2C%2011&version=NLT Zacchaeus https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%2019%3A1-10&version=NLT James Byran Smith – Good and Beautiful books

T-Bone of Norwich

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0000

AI language Asbury revival How was the civil rights movement connected to the churchhttps://www.detroitpbs.org/news-media/american-black-journal/paving-the-way-for-today-how-the-black-church-supported-the-civil-rights-movement Desert Mothers and Fathershttps://www.britannica.com/topic/asceticism St. Ignatius of Loyola Julian of Norwichhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_of_Norwich Tooth and Nail Record Companyhttps://www.toothandnail.com Life is short, pray hardhttps://images.app.goo.gl/nLeanPCcCDdPC6MYA Have you considered the Lord lately?https://www.grailed.com/listings/18757333-vintage-vintage-90s-consider-the-lord-religious-jesus-tee-t-shirt Jesus is my homeboy MXPXhttps://www.mxpx.com T-Bonehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Bone_(rapper) Skillethttps://www.skillet.com CCMhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contemporary_Christian_music Michael W. Smith Amy Grant Sandy Pattyhttps://www.sandipatty.com

I wish Paul was an Abolitionist

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:04:00 +0000

Chopstick etiquettehttps://everythingchopsticks.com/Guide-to-Chopsticks-Etiquette-Around-the-World.html Ben’s favorite movie monsterhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073195 Foursquare International Conferencehttps://www.foursquare.org/events/connection

Bo Stern-Brady Returns

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 23 May 2025 20:37:34 +0000

Randy Remingtonhttps://www.foursquare.org/about/leadership/#senior-leadership B4 Churchhttps://www.b4church.org 27:25 – start talking about the message

Small Talk

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 16 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Small talkhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/field-guide-to-families/202503/the-enormity-of-small-talk-as-an-introvert 12:36 – start talking about the message Les Mis Bo Stern Bradyhttps://www.bostern.com “Why we laugh when it’s not even funny”https://synapse.ucsf.edu/articles/2023/01/08/why-you-laugh-when-its-not-even-funny

Literally or Seriously?

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 09 May 2025 17:52:18 +0000

1:55 – Kentucky Derby & F1 Racing 7:35 – Recapping Sunday: God’s Grace vs. Self-Righteousness 14:50 – How should we interact with God’s grace? 18:50 – God’s grace should motivate us to do good 22:20 – Grace should not be seen as optional 26:00 – The importance of driving stick, The Amazing Race, and The Bachelor 28:54 – Reading scripture in context (and with curiosity) 35:35 – Cherry-picking scripture vs. theology in cultural context 37:47 – Taking the Bible seriously 44:15 – Wrapping things up

I am Moana

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 02 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Moanahttps://movies.disney.com/moana Flight of the Conchordshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0863046 Start talking about W1 – 6:00 Resurgence of Christianity Onesimushttps://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philemon 1&version=NLT Powers being humiliated by Christ’s work on the crosshttps://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Colossians 2%3A14-15&version=NLT Daughtership? Yes, it is a word.https://www.oed.com/dictionary/daughtership_n?tl=true Going (formerly Scott’s cheap flights)https://www.going.com The Last Dance Documentaryhttps://www.netflix.com/title/80203144

Good Friday

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000

This week, Ben and Evan discuss the significance of Good Friday. They also debate the shape and weight of the perfect coffee mug. Show Notes 6:50 – Holy Week10:25 – Gospel narrative post-resurrection14:07 – Sermon from Sunday The perfect mug:https://www.houseandgarden.co.uk/article/what-makes-a-good-mug Dutch Bros Annihilatorhttps://www.dutchbros.com/menu/dutch-faves/annihilator Judas Maccabee – Palm Sundayhttps://www.christiantoday.com/news/what-is-palm-sunday-and-why-do-we-celebrate-it Brian Zahnd quote: “The crucifixion is not the ultimate attempt to change God’s mind about us — the cross is the ultimate attempt to change our mind about God. God is not like Caiaphas seeking a sacrifice. God is not like Pilate requiring an execution. God is like Jesus, absorbing sin and […]

Peaches the Donkey

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:14:51 +0000

Mini donkeys:https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/miniature-donkey Pengolin:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pangolin The Rabbit Hole podcast:https://www.nytimes.com/column/rabbit-hole Cub’s fan story:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1908471 Canonization of scripture: Storks movie:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4624424 Why do we eat ham on Easter?https://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/ham-on-easter The Rise and Fall of Prime Rib:https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/24/dining/christmas-prime-rib.html

Betraying Jesus and the Inefficiency of Worship

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 15:33:40 +0000

(Start talking about message 6:15) Aladdin on Broadway https://www.broadway.com/shows/aladdin-broadway Lion King https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-lion-king Bluey https://www.bluey.tv https://news.mit.edu/2017/stress-can-lead-risky-decisions-1116 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark 14%3A 1-11&version=NIV https://bendmagazine.com/a-roller-skating-comeback-brings-nostalgia-and-thrill-to-bend/ https://www.scottericksonart.com

Love Your Neighbor (and Yourself)

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:28:30 +0000

Ben, Lindsay and Mike talk about Jesus’ challenge for us to love our neighbor as ourself. What does that look like over years of relationship? What does that look like in traffic? And how does repentance and self-love bring the whole picture into focus? Show notes: Started the message at 2:09 Mark 12:28-34 28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” 29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is this: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord […]

Rich, Young, and Powerful

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:40:18 +0000

This week, Ben and Evan discuss the story of the Rich Young Ruler in Mark chapter 10. Jesus said it’s impossible for the rich to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Did he really mean that? Show Notes Evan’s age meme – https://ifunny.co/picture/it-s-interesting-growing-up-and-learn-ing-that-most-ypuZtOEW6 7:48 started talking about the message Rich Young Ruler – Mark 10:17-22 Pete Kelley https://www.antiochchurch.org/about/ Pete Carol https://www.petecarroll.com/

Ashes to Ashes

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:04:25 +0000

To kick off Lent, Ben and Evan discuss the power of recognizing our mortality, and how Jesus’ identity as a suffering Messiah was a direct challenge to the religious nationalism of His day. 3:35 start talking about Ash Wednesday Church Calendar Explained: https://anglicancompass.com/what-time-is-it-an-overview-of-the-church-calendar-and-liturgical-year/#:~:text=Keeping sacred time did not,16%3A13-17 17:39 – Start talking about Mark 20:42 – Community Homeless Forumhttps://cohomelessforum.org Pete Scazzerohttps://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/aboutpete/

Gameliel is my Favorite

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:43:24 +0000

This week, Ben and Evan have a wide ranging conversation on the rise of AI, how Jesus pushes back against religious guilt, and why we spend so much time talking about Jesus. Should we use manners with AI?https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/should-you-be-nice-to-ai-chatbots-such-as-chatgpt/ What is a Luddite? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luddite Roots of the last names Earwicker and Fleming:https://www.houseofnames.com/earwicker-family-crest https://www.houseofnames.com/fleming-family-crest Mark 5:24-34 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=mark%205%3A24-34&version=NLT Paddington in Peru https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5822536/ Eugene Peterson’s biography https://www.amazon.com/Burning-Bones-Authorized-Biography-Translator-ebook/dp/B083RZKZSB Ben’s favorite blind guy https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%209%3A1-5&version=NIV Gamaliel https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%205%3A34-39&version=NIV Ananias and Sapphira https://www.biblegateway.com/quicksearch/?quicksearch=ananias+and+sapphira&version=NIV&oq=annanias+and+saphira Simon the Sorcerer https://www.biblegateway.com/quicksearch/?quicksearch=simon+the+sorcerer&version=NIV

Behind the Message – Jesus Is King: The Gospel of Mark

Behind the Message Podcast — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Show Notes:

Superbowl halftime show
[USA Today](https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/super-bowl/2025/01/30/super-bowl-halftime-show-kendrick-lamar-setlist-predictions/78019880007/)

[Who is doing the Super Bowl halftime show 2025? Predicting Kendrick Lamar’s setlist](https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/super-bowl/2025/01/30/super-bowl-halftime-show-kendrick-lamar-setlist-predictions/78019880007/)

[10 hours ago](https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/super-bowl/2025/01/30/super-bowl-halftime-show-kendrick-lamar-setlist-predictions/78019880007/)

Lil’ smoky’s vs meatballs

[Lil’ Smokies & Meatball Appetizer recipe](https://butterwithasideofbread.com/game-day-meatballs-lil-smokies-with/)

[Grape jelly, lil smokies, frozen meatballs, chili sauce, bbq sauce](https://butterwithasideofbread.com/game-day-meatballs-lil-smokies-with/)

Uncrustables

[Uncrustables®](https://www.smuckersuncrustables.com/)

Jesus Is King: The Gospel of Mark Series

Choosing a New Church and When Marriage and Ministry Collide w Pastor Mike Meeks

Behind the Message Podcast — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This week on the podcast, Pastor Mike Meeks joins to talk about his own struggles in life and ministry, and reveals what he looks for in a church.

Christmas Vacation
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097958/

Eastlake Church
https://www.eastlake.church

Nobody will Remember Johnny Carson

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

In this week’s episode, Ben and Evan discuss how work is worship and why Christmas deserves a fresh look.

Evan’s message: https://westsidechurch.org/podcast/evan-earwicker-christ-with-us-mark-140-45/

The Anticipated Christ by Brian Zahnd – https://brianzahnd.com/2022/09/the-anticipated-christ/

Ephesians 6:12

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”

Johnny Carson – https://www.johnnycarson.com/

Christmas Magic

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

This week, Ben and Evan talk about how honest we should be at Christmas, and discuss their best and worst Christmas presents from childhood.

Fun dip
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Fun-Dip-Cherry-Razz-Apple-Powdered-Candy-0-43-oz-48-Count/416047138?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0

Mousetrap
https://www.target.com/p/classic-mouse-trap-board-game/-/A-85895913?ref=tgt_adv_xsf&AFID=google&CPNG=Toys&adgroup=87-10

Glenn Close 101 Dalmations

John 1
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome[a] it.

1 John 1
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and has appeared to us.

The Anticipated Christ by Brian Zahn

A Burning in My Bones: an Authorized Biography of Eugene Peterson

Long Obedience In the Same Direction by Eugene Peterson

Scott the Painter – Honest Advent
https://www.honestadvent.com/

The Christmas Story
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1004151-christmas_story

A Muppet Christmas Carol
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104940/

Steve Mickel: What I Miss the Most, and How Shared Suffering Changes Us

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 21:42:31 +0000

Former lead pastor Steve Mickel joins Evan and Ben to discuss what it’s like coming back, and how faith is deepened on the other side of suffering.

Show notes:
Brian Zahnd prayer liturgy – https://westsidechurch.org/dailyprayer/

C.S. Lewis – Silver Chair

Cheryl Bridges Johns – Re-enchanting the Text

Brian Zahnd Sermon- “Re-Enchanting the Christian Soul”

Steve’s favorite Jedi quote
“That is why you fail” – Yoda

Brian Zahnd – When Everything’s on Fire

John Williams
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002354/

Praying Big Prayers with Mike Meeks

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:00:12 +0000

Pastor Mike Meeks joins the podcast to share his journey in prayer, and how letting go of control is a crucial part of living a life of prayer.

70 Years and Counting and Praying Commissioning Prayers

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 23:02:30 +0000

Ben and Evan discuss the 70th anniversary of Westside Church, and how prayer fits into a forward-facing vision.

Getting Angry at God and other Forms of Prayer

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:09 +0000

What qualifies as prayer? Evan and Ben discuss how prayer is the first stop on the path towards the way of Jesus and explore how different forms of prayer are critical to “pray without ceasing”.

Joshua Ryan Butler: The Party Crasher, How Jesus Disrupts Politics as Usual

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 17:15:00 +0000

In this episode of Westside Church’s Behind the Message Podcast, author Joshua Ryan Butler joins Ben and Evan to discuss his new book, The Party Crasher: How Jesus disrupts Politics as Usual and Redeems our Partisan Divide.

From 1 Lead Pastor to 3 Senior Pastors: How we are Changing to a Shared Leadership Model

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:44:23 +0000

This week, Behind the Message returns to discuss Westside’s new approach to leadership, as Pastor Steve Mickel announces the addition of 2 senior pastors. Our panel discusses.

Walking in the Dark with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 20:41:38 +0000

On this first episode of season 3, Pastor Steve Mickel announces the release of his book, Walking in the Dark: Trusting God when Life Happens. “I hope what I believe is right, like when Jesus said, ‘I go to prepare a place for you where you can be with me.’ I hope he was telling me the truth, not just for me but for [my son] Chase… The sun’s going to rise again. Not just on that day when Jesus comes back and we all get to experience His presence, but it’s going to rise on this day… There could still be a best day ever for me, without Chase. Why not? That’s who God is. He does want to produce beauty out of ashes.” – Steve Mickel

On Vulnerability : How much is too much? With Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 20:31:43 +0000

Steve Mickel joins the live podcast to discuss being known for vulnerability and when it can cross over into over sharing.

On the New Creation – A Conversation with Pastor Seth Waters

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 20:31:23 +0000

Westside’s new church plant will be pastored by Seth Waters. Seth joins the podcast to discuss his message on our new identity in Christ.

The Unhurried Soul : Don’t Run on Empty

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 21:50:29 +0000

We look at ways to connect ourselves to the relationships and activities that fuel the soul. When we allow our souls to run on empty, we have little to offer those around us.

The Unhurried Soul : Soul health starts from a place of Rest with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:06:44 +0000

In his book, Soul Keeping, John Ortberg says that the key to a healthy soul is first to “ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life”. We sit down with Pastor Steve Mickel to discuss the hectic rhythms of life and how we can find a place of rest for our souls.

Behind the Message Live – The Weeds and The Seeds with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 25 Dec 2018 22:30:45 +0000

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.

Behind the Message Live – Christian Ethics with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 22:30:35 +0000

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.

Behind the Message Live: A New Way with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 22:00:50 +0000

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.

Behind the Message Live: Love Doesn’t Envy with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 22:11:36 +0000

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.

Love Doesn’t Strut: Moving away from Religious Superiority

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 22:28:09 +0000

In a cultural moment when civility is rare and passionate opinions are everywhere, how do we communicate our views and beliefs without rudeness and arrogance?

The Church in the age of #metoo : should the church speak up for women?

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 14:00:29 +0000

The #metoo movement has changed the conversation around corporate culture, the entertainment industry and politics. Does the church need to speak out? Should Christian men in leadership be taking a stand, or the back seat? Pastor Bo Stern joins Ben and Evan to discuss these hot-button issues and what to make of it all in the context of church life.

Is “Loving Everybody” Meaningless? with Pastor Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:40:27 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his teaching on 1 Corinthians 13 (the love chapter), and why it’s those closest to us that usually require the most effort in our attempts to love like Jesus.

The Parnell Brothers are Quitting: Here’s Why

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 02:40:56 +0000

We’re back after a few weeks off with Casey Parnell to discuss the exit of the Parnell brothers from the staff of Westside Church.

A Conversation with Mental Health Professional Bill Mahnke

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 21:23:50 +0000

The founder of Watercup counseling, Bill Mahnke, joins the podcast to discuss the intersection of faith and mental health with Evan and Pastor Steve Mickel.

What Steve is Smoking and other Controversial Topics from Sunday

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 18:36:56 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel and Pastor Mike Alexander join Evan to discuss Steve’s controversial message on Christian ethics.

“Don’t Worry”, and Why that’s Subversive with Bo Stern and Spencer Schaber

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 19:38:51 +0000

Bo Stern and Spencer Schaber join the podcast to discuss their message on worry and how Jesus introduced a whole new way to live: anxiety free.

The Subversive Teachings of Jesus Part 2

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:50:55 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel and Pastor Mike Alexander join to discuss the purpose Jesus had in teaching on things that were unclear, difficult and confusing.

The Subversive Life Of Jesus with Steve Mickel and Casey Parnell

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 22:57:29 +0000

Evan hosts Steve Mickel and Casey Parnell to discuss the subversive, challenging nature of Jesus’ life and teachings and if it is ever appropriate for Christians to be judgmental.

Conversations that Matter & Appealing to Normal, Non-Church People

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 24 May 2018 23:40:02 +0000

Randall Knight served on staff at Westside Church for many years. No longer working in the church world, Randall brings a different perspective to the conversation and discusses his critique of our “in-the-weeds” topics in previous Behind the Message episodes and his ideas of how to make the church more appealing to the uninitiated.

God’s Ideal vs. our Real in Human Relationships with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 10 May 2018 18:25:09 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins the podcast to discuss how we handle the difficult teachings of Jesus and how God allows us to flourish even when we fall short of the ideal in our relationships.

Women who Teach and Racial Diversity in Ministry : A Live Panel Discussion

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 03 May 2018 19:14:03 +0000

We’re back for season 2 of Behind the Message, and begin this season with a live podcast recording with a panel of pastors discussing minorities and women in ministry. With Pastors Keith Jenkins, Steve Mickel and Bo Stern.

What we’ve learned from the Way of Jesus with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 21:20:39 +0000

Bo Stern joins for the last episode of season 1 to discuss what we’ve learned through the parables of Jesus. We also discuss techniques to get the attention of distracted crowds.

Live at Westside Church : Dealing with Depression and Anxiety with Lindsay Parnell

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 21:02:56 +0000

Westside’s associate worship pastor Lindsay Parnell joins for a special live recording to discuss ways to overcome anxiety and depression and help those who are struggling.

The Way of Jesus Should Mess You Up

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 19:11:09 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss how Jesus uses individuals, not political parties to establish his way, and how his teachings and life should challenge us in how we think and live.

Leave the Bad Ones Alone (and don’t draw too many points from Jesus’ teaching) with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 18:39:32 +0000

Bo Stern joins the podcast to discuss Jesus’ parable of the weeds, and why it was important to her not to over explain or draw too much out of what Jesus was teaching the crowds.

The Way of Jesus with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 22:02:12 +0000

Steve Mickel is back to discuss the way of Jesus as taught through His parables. Also discussed: multisite churches, measuring health by counting people, and the pressure pastors feel on Easter Sunday.

Should we preach deeper messages or preach to ‘the crowd’?

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 22:39:55 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his vision message for 2018, and how he models his teaching after the format of Jesus.

Should we be talking about the devil?

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 20:20:14 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his message on fighting through suffering and why we can’t give into fear in times of trouble and grief.

Expanding the Neighborhood with Keith Jenkins : On Race and Religion

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 19:06:46 +0000

Pastor Keith Jenkins joins us to discuss Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan, and the implications for the American church on race relations and politics.

Influencing the Next Generation

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 22:25:15 +0000

The Westside Student Ministries team discusses the influence adults can have on youth and children, and the importance of mentorship and ‘just showing up’ in kids lives.

The Way Of Jesus: Is the Old Testament Obsolete?

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 18:57:29 +0000

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss the function of the old covenant in light of the new, and what the book of Hebrews teaches on Moses and the Law.

Top 10 Church Things to Never do Again in 2018

Behind the Message Podcast — Sun, 31 Dec 2017 01:02:11 +0000

Corey Parnell joins us for another top 10, this time on the top things we do in church that should never happen again. Happy 2018!

Singleness, Dating and Marriage with Bo Stern (Recorded Live)

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 21:36:33 +0000

Bo Stern joins us live at Westside Church in the final episode of our 4 part series to discuss her popular message on singleness and marriage in the church.

Live at Westside Church – Overcoming Shame with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:08:26 +0000

In the third part of our 4 part live series, Bo Stern discusses the power of shame and how to come out from underneath it.

The Emotionally Healthy Life – Live at Westside Church

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 06 Dec 2017 23:03:17 +0000

In part 2 of our live 4 part series, we look back at one of the most popular messages of 2017 at Westside Church, the Emotionally Healthy Life. With Pastor Steve Mickel.

Walking in the Dark: Live at Westside Church with Steve Mickel

Behind the Message Podcast — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 00:09:20 +0000

For the first time, Behind the Message is recorded live during a Sunday service at Westside Church. This week we are looking back at some of the most talked about messages of the year. To begin, we discuss Pastor Steve’s series from January 2017, Walking in the Dark.

The end of the Lord’s Prayer and how we deal with Discrepancies in the Bible with Bo Stern

Behind the Message Podcast — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 23:39:50 +0000

Pastor Bo Stern joins the podcast to discuss the end of the Lord’s prayer , explaining how the earliest manuscripts don’t include it. What do we teach about the inerrency of scripture? Does God tempt us or not? Bo dives into these topics and more in this week’s podcast.