The Pious Podcast

John’s prologue paints a picture of the immensity of Christ. Matthew uses the image of people sitting in darkness seeing a great light. Together, these introductions point to a different kind of reality that Jesus brought into the world.  Preached by Meshach Kanyion on October 2, 2022 Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

What does it mean to reckon that we are dead to sin and alive to God? This is actually a vital part of living freely in Christ. Join Pastor Meshach Kanyion as he preaches on baptism, identity, and faith. Meshach Kanyion -- 7/3/2023

In this story about Naaman, the Aramean General, pastor Meshach focuses on the lessons it teaches on experiencing salvation in everyday life. Passage: 2 Kings 5:1-15a Preached at Northminster Church April 19, 2025

In this sermon, Pastor Meshach teaches on the importance of bearing witness to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Our journey with Peter follows into the Garden of Gethsemane with Jesus.

Peter was great because of his many failures. Jesus asked him an important question when he began to sink, a question we must not let go unanswered: "Why did you doubt?"

Preached at Friendship UMC on October 4, 2016 Don't Worry, Pray, Be Thankful, and Rejoice!

Preached on September 25, 2016, at Friendship UMC In this message, Pastor Meshach teaches on the necessity of intentional action in our lives with God. We must focus on one thing above all.

Preached at Friendship UMC on September 11, 2016. To experience the life of God, we cannot be passive. Paul says we must "Work out our salvation with fear and trembling." Pastor Meshach explores what that means for us.

Preached at Friendship UMC on September 4, 2016. In Philippians 2, Paul tells the Philippian Christians to have the mind of Christ. In this message, Pastor Meshach explores what that is and how it relates to greatness.

Preached at Friendship UMC on August 21, 2016. Paul urges the Philippians to lead a life "worthy of the gospel." In this message, Pastor Meshach explains what that meant for the Christians in Philippi and us.

This message was preached at Friendship UMC in Wyoming, OH, on August 21, 2016. In this message, Pastor Meshach provides an overview of the book and explains how their evaluation of the gospel influenced their daily lives.

As we bring this series to a close, pastor Meshach Kanyion will share on the importance of actually strategizing to become like Jesus. Preached on November 26, 2023 Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12; 23-24; Matthew 11:28-30

In this session, Pastor Meshach will teach on how the disciplines of engagement help us create new habits of Christlikeness. Preached on Sunday, November 19, 2023

In this message, pastor Meshach teaches on the purpose of disciplines for the spiritual life, and explores a few disciplines of abstinence that may disrupt life as it is, and help one be able to choose habits of righteousness. Preached by Meshach Kanyion on November 12, 2023

If we were to live our lives as disciples of Jesus, we would need to learn to live as spiritual beings under God’s guidance, moving away from a life governed by fleshly desires.  Preached by Meshach Kanyion on November 11, 2023 Scripture: Romans 8:1-14

If we were to comprehend the profound understanding Jesus possessed about human nature, we would likely be overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of it all. In this message, we will dive into the reasons behind his mission of rescue and explore its significance for us as his devoted disciples. Preached on October 29, 2023 by Meshach Kanyion Scriptures: Genesis 1:26-27; Psalm 8:3-9; John 2:24-25

Christianity is properly understood as a body of knowledge, not faith. Biblical faith emerges from a context of knowledge. That's how Jesus lived, with faith that was rooted in knowledge. As his disciples, we are invited to follow him into the kind of knowledge that sets us free to live as he did in this world.  Preached by Meshach Kanyion on October 22, 2023 Scriptures: Colossians 1:15-20; Jo...

What is the Good News that Jesus brought into the world? We’ve already discussed some incomplete gospels. Now we’ll look more fully into the gospel that Jesus brought and taught. Preached by Meshach Kanyion on October 15, 2023 Scripture Reference: Matthew 4:17

Many people in Western culture have heard a gospel about Jesus, but it wasn’t the gospel that he actually preached.  It has little relevance to modern life. The gospel that he preached produced a much different kind of life than what we see in many contemporary gospels. Preached October 8, 2023, by Meshach Kanyion Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

In this sermon, we will examine the ultimate purpose (telos) of salvation by analyzing its impact during Jesus’ time and the immediate aftermath. By comprehending the goal, we will be better prepared to engage with the gift of salvation in ways that bring flourishing.  Preached by Pastor Meshach, on October 1, 2023 Scripture: Luke 6:40

Jesus miraculous feeding of the 5000 is an instruction manual for how we are to engage in ministry in our day. Not relying on our resources, but offering them up to a generous and abundant God. Preached on 3/15/2026

The preacher concludes Hebrews with a staccato-styled message on many others whose faithful lives send a message to us. The question that remains is, how can we live in light of their witness? Hebrews 11:32-12:3 Meshach Kanyion 8/25/2024

Rahab is an unexpected exemplar of great faith in Hebrews 11. In this message, pastor Meshach helps explain how it is that she came to have such faith, and what surprising thing her faith contributed to our salvation. Scriptures: Hebrews 11:30; Joshua 2:1-15 Meshach Kanyion 8/18/2024

Hebrews 11:23-28 is a tribute to faithful Moses. It emphasizes the significance of nurturing faith from a young age and guiding us to perceive everything through the lens of God, even when faced with fear. Meshach Kanyion 8/11/2024