Are You Equipped

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves explore Jeremiah 23, focusing on God's promises of a righteous king from David's lineage, the future regathering of Israel, and the significance of Jesus as the Messiah. They emphasize trusting God's promises, the importance of scripture, and living in faith amidst life's challenges.

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves explore Jeremiah 22, discussing leadership, justice, prayer, and faith. They emphasize the importance of biblical principles in personal and national life, encouraging believers to deepen their relationship with God and live out their faith actively.

In this episode, Pastor Paul and retired Pastor Lee peer into Jeremiah 21, exploring the historical context, the significance of obedience, and the importance of prayer and humility in facing God's judgment. They draw parallels with biblical stories like Hezekiah and Jonah, emphasizing the need for personal and national repentance.

Explore the incredible messages in Jeremiah 19 and 20, focusing on God's judgment, Jeremiah's prophetic calling, and the importance of faith and obedience in challenging times.

This episode explores Jeremiah 18, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God over human strength, the significance of obedience, and the power of God's sovereignty as the potter shaping our lives. Through biblical stories like Jonah, Nineveh, and Isaiah, it highlights God's justice, mercy, and the call for genuine faith and repentance.

Explore the incredible insights of Jeremiah 17, focusing on trust, heart condition, and spiritual security. Pastor Paul Karsten and Lee Graves open-wide the word and look into biblical teachings, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God over man and the power of scripture in transforming hearts.

This detailed discussion explores Jeremiah 16, emphasizing God's judgment, the importance of obedience, and the significance of trusting in God's promises. It highlights biblical insights on God's character, prophecy, and the call for believers to live faithfully.

We appologize for todays audio. Some unexpected technical issues but we have them corrected for next time. This episode explores the profound messages in Jeremiah 15, highlighting God's judgment, Jeremiah's faithfulness, and the importance of trusting in God's power and promises. It emphasizes the significance of prayer, repentance, and active engagement with Scripture in our spiritual...

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves explore Jeremiah 14, focusing on God's judgment through drought, false prophets, and the importance of trusting in God's Word. They discuss biblical themes of repentance, false teachings, and living as children of light in a fallen world.

Join Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves as they explore Jeremiah 13, focusing on God's vivid object lessons, the symbolism of the linen belt, and the spiritual lessons about pride, obedience, and God's judgment. This episode offers deep insights into biblical prophecy, faith, and the importance of humility in our walk with God.

This episode explores the profound questions of justice, prosperity of the wicked, and God's plan as seen through Jeremiah 12, Job, Habakkuk, and Psalms. It offers biblical insights into understanding God's justice, the prosperity of the wicked, and how believers can trust in God's sovereignty amidst life's challenges.

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired pastor Lee Graves look into Jeremiah 11, exploring the themes of God's covenant with Israel, the consequences of disobedience, and the importance of faithfulness and prayer. They discuss the historical context of Israel's rejection of God, the warning against idolatry, and the significance of God's jealousy. The conversation emphasizes t...

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves explore Jeremiah chapter 10, discussing the contrast between the living God and lifeless idols. They emphasize the importance of true worship, the dangers of idol worship, and the need for trust in God. The conversation also touches on community engagement, the significance of scripture, and the role of prayer in seeking correction...

In today's episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves look into Jeremiah 9, exploring themes of lament, judgment, and the importance of a genuine relationship with God. They discuss the weight of sin, the consequences of deceit, and the necessity of a circumcised heart. The conversation emphasizes God's steadfast love and justice, the power of the tongue, and the call for b...

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves peer into Jeremiah 8, exploring themes of God's heartbreak over His people's rejection, the consequences of false teachings, and the importance of repentance. They discuss the wisdom of God versus human wisdom, the severe consequences of sin, and the hope for restoration through a genuine relationship with God. The conversa...

Join us as we explore Jeremiah 7:1-34, a chapter that’s all about tackling the false sense of security that the people of Judah had in their rituals and traditions. Jeremiah steps into the temple with a powerful message, challenging the idea that mere religious practices can replace genuine obedience and relationship with God. He lays it all out, pleading with the people to reflect on their ways a...

This episode of "Are You Equipped?" studies Jeremiah Chapter 6 by showing its emergency warnings about Jerusalem's upcoming punishment because the entire population turned against God's teachings. The hosts Paul Karsten and Lee Graves demonstrate what happens when people fail to notice divine messages through their depiction of how city rulers and citizens embraced corruption and...

Join us for the first episode of a new as we begin a new Podcast series called the Pastor's Notebook. Link for Steven Marshalls message from January 4, 2026: https://vimeo.com/1151628833?fl=ip&fe=ec In this episode of the Pastor's Notebook, Paul Karsten and his guests explore the intricacies of sermon preparation, focusing on the themes of worry, joy, and the importance of prayer. They...

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee look into Chapter 5 of Jeremiah, exploring themes of justice, repentance, and the consequences of turning away from God. They discuss the call for individuals to seek truth and justice, the role of prophets, and the importance of true worship. The conversation emphasizes God's desire for a relationship with His people and the need for...

The Christmas season is a time of joy, hope, and reflection, especially as we dive into the heartwarming story of Jesus's birth found in Luke 2. In this special episode of the Are You Equipped podcast, hosted by Pastor Paul Karsten and joined by Pastor Steven Marshall, we explore the rich themes of hope, joy, and redemption woven throughout this timeless scripture.

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten, retired pastor Lee Graves, along with Loren Weideman explore Jeremiah chapter four, focusing on God's urgent call for repentance among His people. They discuss the historical context of Israel and Judah, the consequences of disobedience, and God's desire for faithfulness and restoration. The conversation emphasizes the importance of personal testimonie...

In this episode, we explore the themes of infidelity and restoration as depicted in the book of Jeremiah. The conversation looks into God's yearning for a renewed relationship with His people, emphasizing the importance of repentance and the consequences of idolatry. The hosts discuss the historical context of Israel's unfaithfulness, the metaphor of divorce, and the call to return to God....

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired Pastor Lee Graves look into into Jeremiah 2, exploring the themes of Israel's spiritual decline, the consequences of idolatry, and God's unwavering faithfulness. They discuss the importance of repentance, self-examination, and the dangers of turning away from God. The conversation emphasizes the need for believers to recognize their relation...

In this conversation, Paul Karsten discusses the themes of judgment, redemption, and the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus. In todays episode we continue our journey into the Book of Jeremiah.

In this episode, Pastor Paul Karsten and retired pastor Lee Graves kick off a new series on the Book of Jeremiah where they will explore its historical context, the divine calling of Jeremiah, and the significance of God's word. They discuss the nature of prophecy, the assurance God provides to His prophets, and the call to obedience and good works for all believers. The conversation emphasizes th...