Formed by Jesus Podcast

Dana shares what it was like growing up as a third-generation pastor’s kid, how prayer was woven into her daily rhythm from a young age, and how she’s learned to trust God not only for the little things—like lost keys—but also for miracles—like being healed after eight years of chronic back pain. We also dive into the ancient practice of the Prayer of Examen, what it means to talk to God like a Fa...

In this deeply moving episode of the Formed by Jesus Podcast, Pastor Trey sits down with Jonathon, a faithful member of Passion Creek Church, to share a raw and powerful story of heartbreak, discernment, and trust. Jonathon opens up about his daughter Cadence’s cancer diagnosis, the unexpected ways God has led their family, and the spiritual cost of both listening and not listening to God’s voice....

Join our church as we pursue the way of Jesus through the practice of prayer. To learn more, go to: https://formedbyjesus.com/prayer

Prayer is so important because it allows us to delight in God’s presence, discern His heart, and depend on His power. But prayer is so powerful because it actually directs God’s hand. When we pray, prayer moves our heart and will to align with God’s heart and will. But it also moves God’s hand to directly interfere into the affairs of humanity. And yet few of us actually believe this. Some of us f...

You've made it! Welcome to Week 4 of our family prayer practice—and this one may be the most transformational yet. This week, we’re focusing on praying for others, using Matthew 6:13 and the life of Jesus as our guide. He didn’t just pray for friends—He prayed for His enemies, for His disciples, and for people who didn’t yet know Him. What a powerful model for our children to follow. Juli shares s...

In the middle of teaching on prayer, Jesus tells us to ask, “Give us today our daily bread,” “forgive our sins,” and “deliver us from the evil one” (Matthew 6:11–13). These requests span a spectrum: from the mundane, to the messy, to the monumental. Daily bread reflects ordinary needs we often overlook—food for the day, a safe commute, help with our to-do list. “Forgive our sins” gets messy, confr...

In Week 3 of our prayer practice series, we’re helping families focus on the sacred act of asking God for help—both in the big and the small. This week centers on Matthew 6:11–12 and the story of Hannah, a woman who poured out her heart to God in desperation. Her story not only models bold, honest prayer but also leads us to the story of Samuel—a prophet who teaches us how to listen and respond to...

In the middle of teaching on prayer, Jesus tells us to ask, “Give us today our daily bread,” “forgive our sins,” and “deliver us from the evil one” (Matthew 6:11–13). These requests span a spectrum: from the mundane, to the messy, to the monumental. Daily bread reflects ordinary needs we often overlook—food for the day, a safe commute, help with our to-do list. “Forgive our sins” gets messy, confr...

Join our church as we pursue the way of Jesus through 9 practices. To learn more, go to: https://formedbyjesus.com/prayer

In Week 2 of our Formed by Jesus Family Prayer Guide, we’re helping your kids learn what it means to listen to God—even when it’s not an audible voice. ✨ Trey and Kids Director Juli Minahan walk through this week's practice, which focuses on listening prayer and the power of reflection. This week’s theme is drawn from Matthew 6:10 ("Your kingdom come, your will be done...") and modeled through th...

If the goal of prayer is to delight in God’s presence and develop deeper communion with Him, few of us want to settle for a one-sided relationship. At some point in our prayer journey, we’ll want to actually hear from Him. This is what Scripture calls discernment. And while prayer is about delighting in our personal relationship with God by sharing our hearts with Him, it’s also about learning His...

In this episode, Pastor Trey and Pastor Caleb recap the first teaching of our prayer practice.

Welcome to Week 1 of our Formed by Jesus Family Prayer Guide series! 🎉 This episode is for parents who want to teach their kids how to praise and thank God in simple, life-giving ways. Pastor Trey sits down again with Kids Director Juli Minahan to break down the first week’s practice: helping your children understand prayer as gratitude. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to talk to your kids a...

It’s pretty significant that the one time we’re told the disciples ask Jesus to teach them something, they say, “Teach us to pray” (Luke 11:1). After everything they saw Jesus doing—preaching, performing miracles, healing, casting out demons—what caught their attention was the devotion and commitment Jesus seemed to have when it came to prayer. When Jesus answered his disciples’ request, the first...

Season 8 of the Formed by Jesus Podcast is here, and we’re diving deep into the practice of prayer—but this time, we’re not just talking to adults. We’re inviting your whole family into the journey. In this episode, Pastor Trey sits down with Passion Creek’s Kids Director, Juli Minahan, to unveil our brand new Family Prayer Guide—a weekly and daily resource designed to make prayer approachable, me...

In this powerful return episode, Jeremy Craig opens up about his life transformation—spiritually and physically—through fasting, focus, and faith. From a medically-required liquid fast to a Spirit-led journey of health and discipline, Jeremy shares how surrendering food led to gaining clarity, control, and deeper communion with God. Trey and Jeremy talk about the power of vision, the lies of moder...

Join our church as we pursue the way of Jesus through 9 practices. To learn more, go to: https://formedbyjesus.com/fasting In this inspiring episode of Formed by Jesus, Pastor Trey VanCamp sits down with Keith Rogers—an ordained minister and cancer survivor—to talk about the intersection of fasting, faith, and the voice of God. Keith shares his testimony of coming to faith at 40, battling cancer f...

In this honest and thoughtful episode, Trey sits down with Charlie Shorma, a faithful member of Passion Creek Church, to unpack his personal journey with the spiritual discipline of fasting. Charlie shares how he went from seeing fasting as a vague Christian obligation to embracing it as a pathway to deeper intimacy with God. What started as skipped meals turned into a sacred rhythm—a time to conf...

In this episode of the Formed by Jesus podcast, we hear from Rebekah, a homeschooling mom of three who shares how the practice of fasting has transformed her spiritual life, her parenting, and even her daily rhythms. She reflects on what God revealed through hunger, how abstaining from social media created more peace at home, and how fasting uncovered a deeper desire for control rooted in perfecti...

In this episode of the Formed by Jesus podcast, we sit down with Mark Speiker, a faithful member of our church community, to talk about his first real experience with fasting—not as a religious ritual, but as a spiritual practice. Mark shares his journey from growing up in Catholic traditions to embracing a deeper, more intentional walk with Jesus. We discuss the physical and spiritual tensions of...

Why Lent? Lent is a historical Christian season in the church calendar that’s been observed by the Christian church going as far back as the 3rd century. Lent marks the 40 days leading up to Easter, beginning with Ash Wednesday, as a time for repentance and prayer. During Lent we turn our attention on our sin to better prepare for the celebration of Easter. The primary way we do this is by fasting...

One of the sharpest and most consistent criticisms God gives against His people throughout the scriptures is the sin of neglect. As God’s people, the Israelites were chosen as a nation among nations to bring God’s light to a dark world. God’s people were always supposed to care for the poor and marginalized, and to bring the good news of God’s Kingdom to the lost around them. But rather than care...

One of the sharpest and most consistent criticisms God gives against His people throughout the scriptures is the sin of neglect. As God’s people, the Israelites were chosen as a nation among nations to bring God’s light to a dark world. God’s people were always supposed to care for the poor and marginalized, and to bring the good news of God’s Kingdom to the lost around them. But rather than care...

In this episode, Pastor Trey and Pastor Caleb recap Sunday's teaching on confessing your need. Fasting is hard because it’s a form of self-denial. We suddenly become aware of our weakness, frailty, and imminence. It’s a reminder that our bodies need sustenance to survive, and without food, we’ll eventually die. But just like our bodies need food for life, our souls need God. David knew this well w...

Fasting is hard because it’s a form of self-denial. We suddenly become aware of our weakness, frailty, and imminence. It’s a reminder that our bodies need sustenance to survive, and without food, we’ll eventually die. But just like our bodies need food for life, our souls need God. David knew this well when he fasted and pleaded with God in Psalm 69. As he denies his body food, he learns to confes...