All Saints Podcast | Believe Doubt Seek

Is it practical to have unwavering faith in the reality of God? What if doubt, often perceived as a barrier, actually serves as vital support in our spiritual journey? As we develop our faith, might embracing our uncertainties enhance our understanding and strengthen our conviction? How do we navigate doubts? John 20 gives us clues. http://www.believedoubtseek.org

In today’s world, many people seek life coaches to help them tackle challenges, set achievable goals, and live intentionally. However, consider that the most effective guidance may already be accessible to you without any cost: the Holy Spirit. Embracing this divine support can help you overcome hurdles, make significant changes, and find clarity in your life. By inviting this inner guidance, you...

Many individuals dedicate their entire lives to seeking love, a pursuit that manifests in various aspects of their daily routines. A profoundly meaningful expression of love can be seen in prioritizing the needs of others, even when it might cause pain to either person at times. Jesus shows us what this looks like in John 15:9-17. My email: bill@believedoubtseek.org

We are looking at character change as it relates to a relationship with Jesus, in John 15. Our hearts are conductive materials, designed to connect us with God. What does it mean to be transformed by a relationship with Jesus? It doesn’t necessarily mean an emotional experience, though it can be. It means that we are grafted in as a branch into the vine, and therefore, we participate in God's divi...

Caring for flowers and plants takes considerable effort, and promoting fruitful growth requires even more. This often involves pruning healthy branches to boost overall bloom, which can be painful for flower lovers like me. Determining which branches to prune can be tough. Similarly, grasping Jesus' message, especially the idea of life's pruning, can be challenging. Jesus uses the grapevine as an...

Acts 9:32-43 recounts Peter's visits in modern day Tel Aviv, where he heals a paralyzed man and raises a woman from the dead. Although verses 42 and 43 seem obscure, they reveal the importance of radical hospitality, a theme often overlooked in Acts. Hospitality is essential for all followers of Christ, not just an option. Discover the transformative power of hospitality and its significance in ou...

Pew Research reports that only 36% of Americans have confidence in the Christian Church. This statistic highlights a critical reality that demands a wise and strong response to our post-Christian culture. With declining church attendance, we must evolve how we embody the church. Actively engaging with God’s work around us is crucial, and we need the power of the Holy Spirit to guide us in this jou...

Nothing about Easter is routine or predictable. The same can be said about teaching about the Easter story. When we view Christ’s resurrection with an understanding that God continues to be concerned with our world, then our situations lead us to perceive that event with new significance. Because our lives and our encounters with God continually provide possibilities for grasping the implications...

Today is Palm Sunday, the day to embrace and welcome Jesus into our lives. It's a reminder for everyone who follows Christ to open their hearts, recognize His kingship, and strive to walk in His grace, even when things get tough. We're navigating some challenging times together. Let’s talk about politics. When I say politics, I mean not just the elected officials and government agencies but also t...

Think back to your last random act of kindness! Recall the heartwarming moment you offered support or a friendly gesture without expecting anything in return. Those selfless acts of goodwill, where the only reward is the joy of brightening someone else's day, radiate the best vibes! Is it possible to live without a why, giving and doing unconditionally? This reflects how we perceive ourselves and...

The remedy for the fractures in our communities and the chaos of our affections lies in recognizing the profound beauty of God. When we perceive beauty, we are compelled to respond. It’s not merely about believing in God in a vague sense; it’s about embracing the beauty of God allowing it to transform our hearts and lives.

In our culture, words hold great power. Let’s embrace how we use them in texts, conversations, and intentions. Words are vital, transforming us to be more like Jesus. Each word is a step toward inspiration and connection in our journey of faith and love with God and each other.

The ethical teachings of Christianity closely resemble those of Islam, humanism, and Confucianism, emphasizing principles like refraining from theft, respecting others, showing kindness, and practicing forgiveness. These values are present across cultures, but Christianity uniquely highlights that morality goes beyond mere principles. It encourages us to reject falsehoods, embrace truth, and use o...

The cultural flashpoints of exhaustion where the middle feel so under represented, due to the hard right/left yelling at each other, the exhaustion comes from this economy, this measure of success, the life script that is being written tells us that we have to keep running, working, and striving for. It also creates exhaustion spiritually where we may be trying so hard to trust God, believe God ha...

We live in a culture where truth is subjective. If truth is a vital ingredient in the recipe for transformation, but it’s subjective, what do we do? Billy Joel nailed it when he said, ‘honesty is a lonely word, everyone is so untrue.’ I mean, at this point, I’d trust a cat to run for president over some of the ‘truths’ I hear. So, what does it even mean to be honest? Is it just another term for te...

Jesus proclaimed, ‘As I have been sent into the world, so I send you’—a call for Christ followers to be set apart. This does not imply exclusion; rather, it emphasizes inclusion. This becomes clear as we open our hearts and minds to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. Join us as we seek to comprehend the transformation of Christ in our hearts and souls to become people of mercy, grace, an...

Isn’t it fascinating how powerless we can feel? We often wrestle with our reactions, words, thoughts, addictions, and emotions. Many of us end the day asking ourselves: "Why did I do that?" or "What made me say that?" It raises an intriguing question: why does self-control consistently elude us?

A major indictment of American Christianity is the lack of humility that individuals encounter among Christians. This perception suggests Christians are ‘prideful and quick to point out faults in others.’ This stands in stark contrast to the message conveyed in Philippians 2:1-11. Bill shows us how the passage, known as the 'Christ Hymn,' provides insight into how goodness necessitates humility.

In a world where meanness and sarcasm are celebrated, Jesus calls us to embrace kindness. The term "kindness" carries a broad meaning in the Bible; at times, it signifies honesty or compassion. Bill explores kindness relationally, intertwining these two elements and examining it through the lens of friendship. Nothing is more humanising or transformative than friendship. Read John 15:7-17

This week, Bill discusses the next fruit of the spirit: patience. In old English, the term longsuffering is used instead of patience. The literal translation of the word "patience" is to "suffer for a long time." That does not sound very encouraging or easy. The character trait of patience means bearing up under difficulty without giving up or giving in to bitterness. There are two kinds of patien...

Today, Bill asks, ‘Is Peace possible when we all see are wars, fires, charlatans, and foolishness?’ In a world that often presents peace as an elusive dream, we can go on a journey to discover how we can truly attain it. Peace is not just a destination. It comes to us transcendently. Let us look to Christ for the peace that passes all of our understanding. Read Philippians 4:4-12

This week, Bill takes us deeper into our series on Galatians 5, where we dive into one of the 9 characteristics of the Fruit of the Spirit: Joy! Prepare to deal with some thought-provoking questions: Why does Joy often feel elusive and inconsistent? What makes it such a dynamic emotion? Where do you go to discover Joy in your life? And most importantly, where can you actively bring Joy into your d...

This week, Bill embarks on an exploration of one distinct characteristic of the Fruit of the Spirit: Love. Imagine, for a moment, if you possessed a magic wand and could transform just one aspect of your life right now—what would it be? We each dream of shaking up our routines, yet let’s be honest—embracing change can feel uncomfortable and hard. What if love was the motivator? Follow us on Instag...

Today, Bill discusses the Advent theme of Joy. God’s Joy delivers good news often overlooked in the Christian message. Many summarize it with phrases like “Love thy neighbor” or “Treat others as you wish to be treated.” While these are valuable, they don’t convey good news. Instead, they represent helpful advice, highlighting the difference between ‘good news’ and ‘good advice.’ God’s joy is truly...

Today, Bill reflects on Advent's themes, focusing on the gift of peace. It's essential to understand what a relationship with God truly means and how it can feel personal. This enriching experience goes beyond formalities and touches the heart, transforming our lives. Through this transformation, Jesus offers us the peace we deeply desire. Follow us on Instagram @allsaintschurch and Tik Tok @belie...