Believers Church Podcast

God is sovereign over every season of our lives, and He makes everything beautiful in its time. Just as a skillet develops its seasoning through repeated cycles of oil and heat, our faith is deepened through the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and the refining fire of God throughout our seasons of life. 

Hard seasons are an unavoidable part of life, and yet they do not have to be moments we endure alone or without direction. Drawing from the raw and honest words of Lamentations 3:21-26, we explore what it looks like to dare to hope when everything around us feels like it is falling apart.   

Something exciting is coming to BC…  For 43 years, God has been writing an incredible story through Believers Church and He's not done yet! An amazing new chapter is about to begin.

Throughout the ministry of Jesus, one pattern emerges so consistently that it is almost impossible to miss. Jesus was always around food. This was not coincidence, it was by design. There is something sacred that happens when people gather around a meal. The plates get cleared, the conversation deepens, and suddenly people are sharing things they would never say in a formal setting. Guards come do...

What does it mean to truly belong? That question sits at the heart of this message, and the answer runs deeper than we might expect. In Psalm 92, we are reminded that the righteous do not simply survive - they flourish, but only when they are planted. God did not design us to wander alone through our spiritual lives. He designed us to be rooted in a spiritual family, a local church, where real gro...

In week two of our series Famiglia , Ryan Cathers tackles a question many of us have asked: If I love Jesus, do I really need church? Discover why the Church matters to Jesus and how we too can love a (currently) imperfect church. Belief saves us, but belonging changes us. So take a seat at the table, there's plenty of room.

Pastor Joe Jr. explores the powerful truth that through Christ, we are no longer orphans seeking acceptance—we are chosen, loved, and adopted as children of God. Discover five things you need to know about your Father that shapes your identity and how you live the life God has prepared for you.

Every generation has had its prophecy charts, timelines, signs, and predictions, but Jesus never told us to predict His coming—He told us to prepare for it. In our final message of the series, Pastor Joe explores what Scripture says about the triumphant return of King Jesus, the judgment that will come with Him, and the kingdom He will establish. The question we should ask isn't when He's coming,...

The first three messages in Return of the King explored God's covenants with Abraham, David and Israel, leading us to the miracle and blessing of the New Covenant through Jesus Christ. Pastor Joe explores how Christ fulfilled God's promises of forgiveness and transformed hearts while bringing Jews and Gentiles together as one family. This New Covenant gives every believer a new identity in Christ...

Many of the ancient peoples surrounding Israel have disappeared. Yet Israel remains despite repeated attempts to wipe them out. Why is that? Pastor Joe examines the remarkable survival and preservation of the Jewish people throughout history and what it reveals about God's covenant faithfulness. As opposition continues to grow, God's Word points to a future when Christ will return, restore His peo...

Why does the Bible emphasize that Jesus is the Son of David? Because God promised David that an eternal King would come from his line and reign forever. Jesus is that King. He fulfilled that promise in His first coming—and Scripture points ahead to its ultimate fulfillment when He returns as King. This message connects the dots of God's covenant with David to Israel, Jerusalem, and the future retu...

Did you know The Bible has far more to say about Jesus' second coming than His first? In today's message, Pastor Joe walks through God's everlasting covenant with Abraham and explains why Israel and the Jewish people still play a significant role in God's redemptive plan. His covenant remains, and Scripture points to a future where Jesus returns as King, reigns from Jerusalem, and fulfills every p...

Longtime friend of Believers Church, Joe McGee, is back—and as always, you'll laugh as much as you'll learn. Through hilarious personal stories and practical biblical wisdom, Joe shows that many of life's biggest problems become much simpler when we stop relying on our own feelings and understanding and start following God's instruction manual.

Waiting is one of the hardest parts of following God—but it shouldn't be spent twiddling our thumbs. During our Youth Takeover service, Neil Neuberger shares how the story of Joseph reminds us that God is working even when we can't see it. Learn how to actively wait and trust God's timing. You just might discover that the season you're in today is preparing you for what He has planned tomorrow.

Have you ever felt like the dream God gave you hit a brick wall—or even died? In this encouraging message, guest speaker Matt Wilden looks at the life of Joseph to show that setbacks don't have to be the end of the story. Discover how God is still working behind the scenes, why faithfulness matters in every season, and how He can revive dreams that seem impossible. Your dream may be delayed, but w...

Life doesn't always go according to plan—but God can bring purpose out of pain. In this encouraging message, former pro wrestler, Carmine Azzato shares how God can turn our lemons into lemonade. No matter what you're facing physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually, you'll discover how God can carry you through every season and bring hope for what's ahead.

Is communion just a symbol, or are we actually receiving the body and blood of Christ? In this week's You Asked For It , Pastor Joe explores one of Christianity's oldest and most debated questions by looking at what Jesus said, what the early church practiced, and what Scripture teaches about the Lord's Table. Discover why communion is a powerful time to remember Christ's sacrifice, proclaim His v...

Dads have more influence than they realize. Research shows that what children see lived out Monday through Saturday at home gives meaning to what happens on Sunday and often shapes their faith for a lifetime. In this Father's Day message, Pastor Joe shares the biblical calling of fathers to lead, serve, protect, and nurture their families. Discover practical ways dads can make God's Word the loude...

AI is changing the world faster than ever—but should Christians embrace it, avoid it, or approach it differently? You Asked For It, so Ryan Cathers explores the opportunities, dangers, and spiritual implications of artificial intelligence. We'll talk about dependence on God versus dependence on technology, the rise of AI relationships, and why discernment is more important than ever in a rapidly c...

Why does the Bible tell wives to submit to their husbands? Isn't that teaching outdated? Michael and Gabrielle Roberts of The House of Roberts Podcast, unpack one of the most misunderstood passages in Scripture. Biblical submission is quite different from the cultural definition of submission. Discover how God's plan for marriage was a covenant built on four pillars to ensure it's stability. This...

In this special "You Asked For It" panel, our Pastors tackle some of the most thought-provoking questions submitted by our church—plus a few from the live audience! From crypto and conspiracy theories to UFOs, "Christian cussing," and everything in between, this conversation explores how biblical wisdom applies to the issues Christians face in today's culture. Whether you've wrestled with these qu...

In a world filled with different beliefs and religions, why do Christians believe Jesus is the only way to heaven? Wow, what a great question!  You Asked For It, so we delivered this thoughtful and honest response. Pastor Joe compares the core beliefs of Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Mormonism, and Jehovah's Witnesses while explaining what makes Jesus and the Gospel unique and encouraging Christ...

You Asked For It—and this week we tackle one of the biggest questions people ask about faith: Are there many paths to God, or is Jesus truly the only way? Pastor Joe Jr. dives into what Christianity teaches compared to Mormonism and Islam, breaking down key differences about who Jesus is and what salvation means. This message isn't attacking people—it's about understanding truth with clarity and c...

What do you do when life doesn't make sense?  In this powerful message, missionary Jeff Travis walks us through some of the hardest questions we ask in pain and disappointment.  Looking at David, Martha, Mary and others throughout Scripture, he shows how "Why?" and "What if?" often keep us stuck, while "What Now?" moves us toward healing, faith, and purpose.​ If you're facing difficult circumstanc...

How do we raise kids who truly change the world? In this heartfelt message, Pastor Gina shares that it starts with more than rules or religion—it starts with LOVE. Through powerful scriptures and practical encouragement, she reminds us that the greatest thing we can show our children is the love of God lived out daily. This message challenges us to "show and tell" the heart of Jesus in our homes a...