Life Together

Pastor Mike Dahl checks in with Pastor Dave Berry down in Flagstaff, AZ to hear about how ministry is going, he and his family's journey from GBC to Arizona, and offers pastoral encouragement on how to navigate the world today.

On today's special episode, Ang Stump interviews Elizabeth Howeth and Carrie Dahl, the wives of our pastors. Ang helps us to get to know Elizabeth and Carrie and then they talk about what it's like to be a pastor's wife.

Pastors Mike and Josh check in over Zoom with missionary Matt Mormance to hear how ministry is going, how the war in Ukraine affects what they do, and to share how we can pray for him and his family. This is a prayer Matt prays everyday that might be helpful: Jesus this is your kingdom and you are responsible for all things in it. I know you ask me to watch over certain things in your kingdom and...

Pastors Mike Dahl and Josh Howeth are joined by Lynsey Bock and producer Jordan to have a conversation about leadership centered around the book "Faithful Leaders" by Rico Tice. If you would like a copy of this book, there are still many free copies at our office!

Pastor Mike Dahl is joined by Thomas Slawson to hear about how ministry is going for him and his family in South Dakota and the role GBC played in getting them there. Producer's Note: This podcast was recorded over Zoom so the audio is not quite as good.

Pastors Mike and Josh give a preview of what's ahead for our week of prayer and fasting (2/21-2/27). They discuss what the bible says about fasting and prayer and their hopes for GBC during this week. The prayer and fasting guides will be available at church in a physical form and a digital option will be available.

Pastors Mike Dahl and Josh Howeth are joined by Lynsey Bock to talk about the book of Amos. Lynsey is currently writing a women's bible study series that the small groups will do later this year, so this discussion is an overview of the book, what it's trying to teach us about God, and what can we learn from it today.

Pastors Josh and Mike have a roundtable discussion with Dan Stump and Dave Martin about Critical Race Theory. Is there anything that can be affirmed from it? What should believers disagree with about it? We hope you enjoy this discussion and all four speakers would love to here from you if you have any thoughts or follow up questions. Dan Stump can be reached at danstump1@gmail.com Dave Martin can...

Pastors Mike and Josh have a conversation about Critical Theory. They discuss what it is, how it's different than a Christian worldview, and how believers should respond to it.

Pastors Mike and Josh have a conversation with Marc Peter about his testimony, his journey with depression, and how the hope of the gospel can help those struggling with mental health issues. Intro music this week comes from Marc Peter and Caleb Brumbelow's local legendary band, Ebb Tide, performing "I Will Sing."

Pastor Mike sits down with Dave and Beth Rau to talk about our new FAST ministry (Foster and Adoption Support Teams). They share about their own journey in becoming foster parents, what the goal is of this new ministry, and how the church can be involved. Follow the link below if you have any interest in joining a team: https://www.greshambible.org/fast-ministry

Pastors Mike and Josh have an honest discussion about depression, their own journeys with it, what the bible says about it, and how to help handle it as a believer. These are resources discussed in the episode: Depression by Edward T. Welch "Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call (Psalm 42)" by Matt Papa and Matt Boswell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYGhnbXtqbU Christian Counseling & Educational Fo...

Pastors Josh and Mike (and producer Jordan), reflect on the year 2021. They talk about the best books they read, what it was like for Mike to start ministry this year, and what the future holds.

Pastors Josh and Mike talk about why sabbath and rest are so important for us in the midst of our busy lives.

Pastors Josh and Mike are talking all about Christmas! What are their favorite parts of the holiday, their traditions, and most importantly, they discuss the miracle of the incarnation and what we really are celebrating this time of year.

Pastor Mike Dahl sits down with Elder Josh Mathews and his wife Stacy to hear their testimonies, talk about how they keep their hope in the gospel, and reflect on the last year in the life of the local church.

Pastors Josh Howeth and Mike Dahl talk about why we structure our Sunday gatherings the way that we do, being centered around worship through song and the preaching of God's word.

Pastor Mike Dahl sits down with Dan Stump to hear his testimony and talk about how to better disciple your children in the Lord.

Pastors Josh and Mike tackle the subject that's been talked about for the last two years and that no one has strong opinions on...masks. They talk about how Gresham Bible Church has approached them, and steer the conversation in a direction to get people to think about how the gospel can still be adorned in the midst of a divisive topic. They also reference an article by Randy Alcorn worth reading...

Pastors Mike and Josh give more information on the facility search that was just announced.

Pastors Josh and Mike nerd out over their love of books, share recommendations every Christian should read, and discuss the book giveaway that will happen after service on Oct. 31.

Ang Stump drops by to talk with Pastor Mike Dahl about how she came to know the Lord, how she's learned to depend on Him over her life, and how she started in women's ministry.

Pastors Mike Dahl and Josh Howeth begin a conversation on race, ethnicity, diversity, and justice in the church. This first discussion deals with how to treat one another with love when dealing with a topic as sensitive and important as race, as well as sets the stage for future conversations on the subject.

We're back with season two of the Life Together podcast. Pastors Mike Dahl and Josh Howeth give a preview of where things are headed this season and a vision for how the church can use this podcast as a resource.

In part two of Pastor Mike Dahl's conversation with Warren and Becca Kinser, Warren gives insight into how he chooses the songs we sing and his philosophy behind worship music.