Relevant Church Podcast

Psalm 23 begins with a man overwhelmed by life—but it ends with a man completely confident in his Shepherd. In this final message of the series, we discover why David could boldly declare, "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life." His confidence didn't come from an easy life—it came from years of experiencing God's faithfulness. In this message you'll discover: • Why spi...

What if the greatest thing you could give your family isn't more money, more success, or even more time? In the final message of our Overwhelmed series, Pastor Carl Nichols unpacks one of the most powerful verses in Psalm 23. "You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows." — Psalm 23:5 Before God ever asks you to pour into others, He wants to pour into you. In this message, you'll discover: Why i...

What if peace doesn't come when the battle is over, but when God shows up in the middle of it? In Week 5 of our *Overwhelmed* series, Pastor Carl Nichols unpacks Psalm 23:5a and reveals a powerful truth: God prepares a table for His people while their enemies are still present. The miracle isn't that the struggle disappears—the miracle is that God provides peace, provision, and fellowship right in...

Have you ever found yourself in a season you never saw coming? In Part 2 of Overwhelmed, Pastor Daniel Foster walks through Psalm 23 and reminds us that valleys are a reality of life, but they are never our final destination. When circumstances feel heavy, confusing, or overwhelming, God’s presence remains constant. In this message, you'll discover: • Why valleys are temporary • How to keep moving...

Have you ever looked at your life and wondered, "How did I get here?" In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols continues our Overwhelmed series by unpacking Psalm 23:3 and revealing a powerful truth: everybody ends up somewhere, but very few people end up somewhere on purpose. Just because you've been restored doesn't mean you no longer need direction. Like sheep, we were never designed to lead oursel...

Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast! What a season it has been. We’ve had so many meaningful conversations, powerful moments, and incredible growth along the way, and we’re ending this season with a conversation that so many of us desperately need: REST. Today, Pastor Carl and Pastor Julie continue our journey through Psalm 23 as they dive into what it really means to...

Life can feel overwhelming. The pressure, the noise, the expectations, the constant running — eventually it catches up to all of us. In this message, “The Pasture,” Pastor Carl Nichols walks through Psalm 23:2-3 and reveals how God responds to exhausted people. “He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul.” So many people are functioning publicly w...

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or spiritually drained? Psalm 23 isn’t just poetry — it’s a declaration of dependence on the Shepherd who leads, protects, restores, and provides. In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols breaks down one of the most powerful verses in Scripture: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” This sermon will challenge you to ask one life-changing question: Who is...

Most people think the book of Ruth is a romance story… but it’s actually one of the clearest pictures of Jesus in the entire Old Testament. In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we unpack the powerful biblical concept of the Kinsman-Redeemer and discover why Boaz was never the final hero of the story… Jesus was. From Naomi’s emptiness to Ruth’s redemption, every moment points forward to Christ...

Life can fall apart without warning. Loss. Waiting. Disappointment. Unanswered prayers. In this powerful Mother’s Day message, Pastor Carl Nichols walks through the story of Ruth and Naomi to reveal one life-changing truth: God is faithful — even when you can’t see it. Maybe you feel stuck in Chapter 1 of your story… but God is already working in Chapter 4. This sermon will encourage anyone walkin...

What if the story of the Bible is one big restoration plan? In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we uncover a powerful connection most people miss—from Genesis to Acts to the return of Christ. At the Tower of Babel, humanity was scattered, languages were confused, and division took over. But in Acts 2 at Pentecost… something incredible happened. 🔥 Languages were understood 🔥 Nations were ga...

Everyone wants to know when Jesus is coming back… but what if we’ve been asking the wrong question? In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols breaks down Acts 1 and reveals a powerful truth: Jesus didn’t call us to sit and speculate—He called us to GO. Before His ascension, Jesus made it clear: “It is not for you to know the times or seasons…” Instead, He gave a mission. 🔥 In this message, you’ll disc...

In this episode of The Good Life Podcast, we continue the conversation on the end times and the return of Christ—and yeah… this one went a little off the rails (in the best way). We got real, we got unfiltered, and we tackled some things most people avoid: deception, false messiahs, viral theology, and why so many predictions keep missing the mark. This isn’t just another end-times talk. It’s a wa...

What did Jesus actually teach about His return… and why are there so many views on the end times? Today, Pastor Carl Nichols dives into Matthew 24, the meaning of Parousia, the debate around the rapture, and where some modern end-times beliefs came from. Was Christ’s return meant to be understood as a secret disappearance… or the public arrival of a King? We explore: What Christians historically a...

What if the biggest threat in the end times isn’t chaos… but deception? In this episode, we break down one of Jesus’ most overlooked warnings from Matthew 24 — “Watch out that no one deceives you.” Before He ever talked about signs, wars, or disasters, He pointed to something far more dangerous: false truth. From failed predictions by figures like Harold Camping and past movements that got it wron...

What if the signs everyone is watching… aren’t actually meant to predict the end? In this message, we break down what Jesus really said about the end times—and it’s not what most people think. From the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 to the chaos we’re seeing in the world today, Jesus didn’t give us a date… He gave us a warning. ⚠️ The signs don’t tell us when—they tell us to be ready. In this s...

What if everything you thought about the end times was wrong? In this episode, we uncover truths that most people ignore—and it might challenge everything you believe. We dive deep into: The real meaning behind everything going in our world today. What most people are missing Personal stories + unexpected moments Watch until the end… the last part will hit different. 👇 Let us know in the comments...

What if everything you thought about the end times was missing the main point? Instead of confusion, fear, and endless debates… the Bible gives us something much clearer: Jesus is coming back—and when He does, it won’t be close. In this message, we break down what believers have agreed on for generations and what actually happens when Jesus returns. No speculation. No guesswork. Just truth straigh...

What comes to mind when you hear “end times”? Is it fear… confusion… or scenes straight out of movies and books? In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth behind the end times—and why so many people (including us) have misunderstood it. We talk about: How modern culture shaped our view of the end times Why the early church saw things differently The real story behind teachings like the raptur...

What if Easter wasn’t about becoming a better version of yourself… but becoming a completely NEW person? In this powerful message, “Free Indeed,” we unpack the truth behind John 8:36 — that real freedom isn’t something you earn… it’s something Jesus already finished. Too many people are still living: stuck in sin weighed down by shame unsure how to actually live free But the resurrection changed e...

Most people jump straight to Good Friday and Easter Sunday… but skip everything in between. And that might be the mistake. In this episode, we walk through each day of Jesus’ final week—from the celebration of Palm Sunday to the betrayal, the temple confrontation, the garden surrender, and ultimately the cross. The shocking truth? The same crowd that shouted “Hosanna” was rejecting Him just days l...

What if the problem in your marriage isn’t your feelings… but your patterns? In this message, we break down 3 powerful, biblical decisions that can completely transform your intimacy, connection, and sex life in marriage. Most couples are waiting to feel something different—but God’s design shows us a better way. If your marriage feels stuck, distant, or just “off”… this conversation might be exac...

Welcome back to The Good Life Podcast — and today, we’re going LIVE. This is Part 2 of “The Conversation Couples Need to Have” — and we’re going even deeper into the real, honest, and sometimes uncomfortable conversations that every marriage needs. Nothing is off the table. Join us LIVE as Pastor Carl and Pastor Julie talk through practical truth, biblical perspective, and real-life wisdom to help...

Most people think they’re Christians… but what if they’re wrong? In this message, Clayton King tackles one of the most important questions you could ever ask: How do you know you’re truly saved? So many people build their faith on misconceptions: “I’m a good person” “I was raised in a Christian family” “I love everyone” “I go to church” But none of those guarantee eternal life. The Bible gives a c...

The Conversation Couples Need to Have This might be the most important—and most uncomfortable—conversation we’ve had on the podcast. After this week’s message, we realized something: A lot of couples aren’t struggling with love… they’re struggling with intimacy. In this episode, Carl and Julie open up about the real challenges couples face, the lessons they’ve learned over the years, and practical...