The ECC Podcast

What happens when we worship?  Worshipping God is an essential part of our faith. But do we know what we are doing when we worship? Do we ever pause to ask why it matters? Join Jim Ehrman and Kevin Eshleman as they talk about the purpose of worship and what makes some worship songs better than others.

Pastor Jim Ehrman explains God's holiness in an unusual way.

How do I grow in creativity even if I'm not artistic? As humans made in the image of our creator God, creativity is a core part of who we are. This doesn't mean we're all supposed to paint or write poetry, but it does mean we're all wired to think creatively, to come up with new ideas and solutions. Yet it's so easy to go through our days without engaging or developing our inna...

Pastor Kevin Eshleman teaches on God's glory displayed in all of creation and especially in us, who are made in his image to be creative.

When we sin, it's easy to get caught in shame. We start to think and feel badly about ourselves. We might even feel like we are a lost cause, like we'll never overcome our struggle, like we'll never live the way God wants us to. But shame is a liar. The enemy wants to catch us in our vulnerability, turning our repentance into condemnation, but God wants to pour his mercy on us so we ca...

Pastor Chris Weber teaches us what true repentance looks like and how it transforms our lives.

What happens when we remember and recount the stories of God's faithfulness in our lives? It's so easy to forget the work of God in our lives--the ways he's spoken, healed, delivered, and so forth. Yet remembering God's past faithfulness imparts strength and faith into our present season. So how do we build strategies for remembering, and how can we use our testimony to impact othe...

Pastor Matt Swords speaks on the importance of remembering and recording our history with God, which will strengthen our current walk with God.

How do we cultivate a heart of praise in the middle of the battle? In life's hard seasons, praise is essential. Yet praising God in those seasons can feel very hard; often, it is the last thing we want to do. How do we overcome that and instead cultivate a heart of genuine praise? Join Dan Gulnac and Mark Calkins as they talk about the power of praise, not only to transform our hearts but also...

Pastor Heidi Zimmerman reminds us of the power of praising God in the middle of challenging circumstances, before we know how it will end.

How do we grieve hardship without losing sight of God's love and goodness? We all face seasons of loss and grief, when life doesn't go how we thought it would. For some people, such seasons cause them to turn away from God, but the Bible shows us that we can grieve honestly while still clinging to God's love and goodness. Join Emily Given and Dan Gulnac as they talk about what it looks...

Pastor Dan Gulnac teaches on the importance of learning to lament when we face detours and disappointments in life.

How do we step into childlike faith? Jesus made it clear that walking in childlike faith is an essential part of the kingdom of God. Children demonstrate a purity and simplicity of heart in their ability to trust God and believe what he says. Many of us, as adults, need a fresh impartation of that kind of faith. Join Heidi Zimmerman and Laura Taylor as they discuss practical tools for becoming lik...

Pastor Laura Taylor gives us a glimpse of Kids' Camp 2026 and reminds us that there's no junior Holy Spirit.

How do I strengthen myself in the Lord during hard times? David knew how to pray in the middle of hard times. His psalms are a mix of raw honesty, praise to Lord, and faith for God's provision. We all face hard seasons, and we can learn so much from David's prayers as we seek to strengthen ourselves in God. Join Dan Gulnac and Kevin Eshleman as they discuss practical tools for bringing our...

Pastor Kevin Eshleman teaches us how to strengthen our hearts in the Lord in the midst of challenging seasons.

How do I pray with authority in order to see situations change? Jesus came not only to save us, but also to invite us into his kingdom work. When we give our lives to him, he gives us authority to advance his kingdom in his name. Yet, many of us feel like we don't know what that means or how to really walk it out. Join Jim Ehrman and Chris Weber as they discuss practical tools for exercising o...

Pastor Jim Ehrman reminds us of the authority we've been given and shows us how to step into it in prayer.

What does it look like to use the Psalms as a prayer tool? Sometimes, we face seasons so hard or complex that we struggle to find the words to pray. In those moments, what does it look like to use the Bible's book of songs and prayers--the Psalms--to give words to the cry of our hearts? What practical tools can help us engage in prayer when we feel least able to pray? Join Matt Swords and Dan...

Pastor Dan Gulnac shows us how to use the Psalms to help us pray.

How do I transform my Bible reading from duty to delight? We know we should read the Bible, but many of us struggle to do it consistently. Or we do read it, but it feels dry and lifeless. Yet, we know the word of God brings life, so how can we change our stale reading habits into a buffet in his presence? Join Emily Given and David Burr as they talk about how to find life and fulfillment in our Bi...

Pastor Kevin Eshleman reminds us why we read the Bible.

Why is relationship with the Holy Spirit so important to the Christian life? So many Christians try to live a good life on their own strength, but God sent his Spirit so that we wouldn't have to. God doesn't invite us into a life of sin management, but of transformation from the inside out. And the Holy Spirit is an essential part of that. Join Dan Gulnac and Barry Wissler as they discuss...

Barry Wissler shares on the power of receive through the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

How can I step into greater boldness in my Christian life? The Holy Spirit comes to us not just as a comforter and teacher, but also as one who emboldens and empowers us. Many of us want to live with boldness and radical obedience to the Lord, yet we struggle with fear of what others will think--or what God might ask of us. Yet Holy Spirit-led boldness helps us step into our calling. Join Matt Swo...