Fielder Church Podcast

Can you really encounter the living God today—or was that just for Bible times? In this special bonus episode, Becky and Zer sit down with our lead pastor, Jason Paredes, to talk about Encounter—a brand-new Wednesday night gathering designed for one purpose: to meet with God. Jason unpacks a mind-blowing theory about Moses, Elijah, and the Transfiguration that reveals how God stands outside of spa...

What does it really take to see a miracle? And how do you keep praying when God doesn’t answer the way you hoped? In this episode, Becky and Zer welcome a very special guest—Fielder’s lead pastor, Jason Paredes —to talk about prayer, miracles, and why faith is more about taking a step than measuring belief. From Jason’s personal story of instant healing to Becky’s childhood “sun stand still” momen...

Can you talk theology while your mouth is on fire? 🥵 Things get spicy— literally and spiritually —in this special edition of the Fielder Podcast. Becky and Zer take on increasingly hotter wings (hello 135,600 scovilles 👀) as they answer some of the hardest-hitting questions about faith, culture, and the church. From digital formation and spiritual dryness to sex before marriage, consumer Christi...

Ever feel like butter scraped over too much bread? In this episode, Becky and Zer sit down with special guests Tony Aviles and Erick Sostre to get real about burnout —the exhaustion we all feel but rarely talk about. With honesty, humor, and vulnerability, they explore how burnout shows up in work, ministry, relationships, and even our spiritual lives. They ask important questions: How do you know...

What does the Bible say about money, budgeting, debt, and generosity? In this honest and hope-filled episode, hosts Becky and Zer sit down with Chance and Tesea Coleman to talk all things finances—from student loan debt and fast food habits to support raising, tithing, and building a Christ-centered budget. Whether you’re struggling with shame, living paycheck to paycheck, or trying to grow in gen...

What does it mean to honor your parents when you're no longer a kid? In this episode, Becky and Zer are joined by Bethany Rondon and her dad, Rafi, for a vulnerable conversation about the — often messy—journey of navigating parent-child relationships in adulthood. They wrestle with real questions: How do you set boundaries without breaking connection? Can obedience and independence coexist? What d...

How caring for your body helps you show up for your life, your family, and your mission. Is physical health just about looking good—or is it part of living on mission for God? In this episode, Becky, Zer, and special guests Tony and Carlos dive into the surprising connection between physical fitness and spiritual formation. They unpack the joys and challenges of stewarding the body God gave you—th...

Trapped in the Scroll: Social Media, Sanctification & the Search for Real Connection Is social media just a tool—or a trap? In this episode, Becky, Zer, and special guest Marty get honest about their personal struggles, convictions, and boundaries around social media. From doom scrolling and digital addiction to ghost notifications and algorithmic rabbit holes, they unpack how social media aff...

This episode invites us to see God’s image reflected in every culture and every kitchen through honest conversation and vulnerability. Becky sits down with three women—Melissa (Filipino), Chris (Vietnamese), and Emily (Mien)—to explore the deep connections between heritage, hospitality, and Christian discipleship in their families. Together, they reflect on cherished family recipes, the power of s...

Evangelism can feel intimidating—especially if you’re introverted, don’t feel “gifted,” or worry about saying the wrong thing. In this episode, Becky and Zer sit down with special guest Nichole Sostre to talk about the call to share our faith: is it optional? What if I don’t feel a burden for the lost? Does disobedience in evangelism count as sin? With honest stories, biblical wisdom, and lots of...

Gossip might feel harmless—just “sharing” or “processing”—but it can quietly destroy relationships, hearts, and trust. In this episode, Becky and Zer dive into the sneaky ways gossip shows up in our lives—whether it’s disguised as a prayer request, masked as concern, or shared under the label of “processing.” They explore important questions: What actually counts as gossip? Are you responsible if...

Welcome to the season finale of season 2! Whether you're in a season of singleness, dating, engagement, or marriage, this episode goes into the struggles & questions that come up in every season. How can you invest in others who are in different relationship seasons? How can you be sanctified in each season? What qualities really matter in a spouse? Join us for an authentic conversation with o...

Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? How can we 'suffer well' as Christians? Listen to this episode, where we discuss how to handle really painful circumstances, like incurable illness, infertility, and death, in light of God's goodness. We've invited a special guest to join us this week, too! Maddie Huang is the Communications Director at Fielder Church and shares her 6-year jo...

Watch Worship Wars Part 1 - Here We have a special guest today to discuss how worship music preferences & traditions have caused a divide in the church! Erick Sostre is the Worship Operations Pastor at Fielder Church and a student at Dallas Theological Seminary, seeking to be equipped to teach and lead others in their pursuit of Jesus Christ. Is there a right or wrong way to worship? Is corpor...

We have a special guest today to discuss how worship music preferences & traditions have caused a divide in the church! Erick Sostre is the Worship Operations Pastor at Fielder Church and a student at Dallas Theological Seminary, seeking to be equipped to teach and lead others in their pursuit of Jesus Christ. What is worship? Why are people so territorial over a certain style of worship?&nbsp...

We have a special guest today as we discuss theology! Erick Sostre is currently a student at Dallas Theological Seminary where he is seeking to be equipped to teach and lead others in their pursuit of Jesus Christ.  Theology is the study of religious faith, practice, and experience, especially the study of God and of God's relation to the world. In this episode, we discuss the question: "Is t...

Have you ever been bitter at God? Do you feel like you're allowed to wrestle with being angry at God? What about being angry and bitter at people you love? We talk a little more in-depth about bitterness and how you can find freedom from it. Is there a topic you want to dive into? Let us know at fielder.org/podcast or leave a comment! 📺 This episode is also available on YouTube ! Learn more about...

Sigh… Bitterness. Something that can steal your joy and peace and will keep you in a constant state of anger, frustration, and defeat. Becky and Zer talk about correlations of bitterness and the roots it may have in how you see yourself! Listen to why bitterness is so detrimental and how it affects much more than your mood. The church is not immune to bitterness, and neither are the hosts, as they...

Is dating in the church more complicated than it needs to be? How do you date well as a Christian? Zer and Becky open up about their dating journeys (the good, bad, and ugly!), how they began dating their spouses, and what the early days looked like. Listen to hear the best dating advice they got when they were single, what pursuit should look like and some of the conflict (or even division) that...

Some of the most searched things about Christians on the internet are: 'Why are Christians so hypocritical?' 'Why do so-called "believers" constantly judge others?' 'Why would I want to go to church if all I get is judged?' These are all valid questions for fellow believers and anyone who has not given their life to Jesus Christ. Zer and Becky dive into these questions and ask an even worse questi...

Welcome to SEASON 2 of the Fielder Podcast! Your hosts, Becky and Zer, kick this off by talking about their favorite topic - themselves 😂 jk , but seriously, they wanted to dive into this season by letting you get to know them! You'll hear: How they came to Christ. How they grew up. How their culture shaped their view of God and impacted their becoming Christians. Their struggle with sin before J...

Do you have questions about the end times? Have you ever wondered when Jesus will return? In this episode we talk all about the end times, global events that are happening right now that point to the end times, and what the Bible says about the last days. Information about Israel Trip: Here Real Church Solutions - Here

The great commission isn't just for making disciples in other countries - God wants us to make disciples in our neighborhood, in our cities, and the ends of the earth. The church is called to reach the nations in our neighborhoods. In this episode, we talk about what local outreach looks like, door-to-door evangelism, barriers to local out reach, and why it is worth it to share the gospel with the...

Are you struggling to be a Christian in college? We give real life examples and practical advice to help you live out your faith in college! Do you view the people around you the way Jesus does? Missional Living Wheel - Video & Document Learn more about our Fielder College Ministry

Why should Christians go on missions? This is a question that every believer should wrestle with because of the Great Commission to go and make disciples of all nations. We all play a part in taking the Gospel to the nations. What part will you play? In this episode, we talk about short-term trips, overcoming barriers to go, and experiencing God in a new way by going. At Fielder Church, we have 20...