The Midweek Podcast

Whether it involves potential rejection or the sacrifice of your own reputation, coming to Jesus means denying yourself, following him, and embracing a love that carries a personal cost. Real love is not cheap. Kevin Wilson and Michael Trautman discuss how genuine faith requires a life set apart from the world’s patterns, a theme found in 1 John. They examine the difference between mere legalism a...

Fellowship with God flows from honesty about who we are in the light of who He is. Kevin, Tracy Allred, and Michael Carter discuss the necessity of aligning our lives with God's revelation and the freedom found in the cleansing blood of Jesus described in 1 John 1:1-10. - Walking in the light means choosing Jesus in every arena of life, in which He calls us to faith and obedience. - Confession ser...

Ever feel like your faith is on shaky ground? The Apostle John’s first letter serves as a rock-solid anchor for the heart, quieting doubts and fueling a life of confidence in Christ. In this MidWeek episode, Pastor Kevin Wilson sets the stage for the summer series, "Know and Known". He explores the historical background, eyewitness authorship, and vital theological guardrails John established to h...

In this MidWeek episode, Michael Carter sits down with Diana Brown, Kevin Wilson, and Kevin Kessler to expand on what it means to see your home as a missional launchpad in your interactions throughout each day. They discuss simple ways to prepare, such as writing out your testimony, the power of asking questions rather than "closing a deal," and how hospitality—even in the midst of "the good messy...

In this MidWeek episode, Diane Gray sits down with Emily Lee and Mindy Dooley to explore the heart of radical hospitality. They discuss reframing hospitality as the art of creating a sense of belonging and welcoming others just as Christ has welcomed us; why hospitality is a high form of discipleship that requires dying to self, the importance of letting go of the pressure of perfection to embrace...

Ever wonder what happens at FUSE@Nite? We join a live session at FUSE to explore the endurance and discipline required to run the Christian race. With the stirring imagery of Hebrews 12:1-2 as a guide, the lesson reframes our spiritual walk not as a sprint, but as a marathon that demands both spiritual fitness and perseverance. Pastor Tony discusses the necessity of laying aside every weight and s...

In this MidWeek, Michael Carter, Elliot Ramos and Diana Grey swap war stories about making the home a place for worship and prayer. Christians must move beyond the pressure of social media perfection and embrace the beautiful chaos and silliness of daily family life. They discuss the importance of capturing ordinary moments, from car rides to the dinner table, to make engaging with God’s Word the...

In this MidWeek episode, Michael Carter sits down with Tony San Nicholas to talk ideas for how to make the home a primary place for intentional study. This conversation highlights the link between knowing God and loving Him. They discuss the necessity of integrating faith into ordinary rhythms rather than compartmentalizing it, the role of biblical stories in capturing the imagination, and a pract...

In this episode, Michael Carter talks with Ayana, Tony, and Diana to explore the heart of the "Gathered at Home" series at Westover Church. Using Deuteronomy 6 as a guide, the conversation sees the home as the primary setting where God’s Word is learned, practiced, and lived out daily. Discipleship is a dynamic journey rather than just a curriculum, and every believer, at every stage of life, is c...

In this MidWeek episode, Kevin Wilson and Michael Carter conclude their series with Dr. Scott Kellum about the practical and exegetical depth of the Trinity. Their conversation explores the deity of Christ in John and Philippians, highlighting how Jesus is the Son of God by essence rather than adoption. They cover the importance of embracing the mystery of an infinite God, the significance of the...

In this MidWeek episode, Kevin Wilson and Michael Carter continue their conversation with Dr. Scott Kellum in a series exploring the essential truth of God as Trinity. In this section, they approach the Trinity as an exegetical endeavor rather than a philosophical debate. They discuss why this doctrine is a vital guardrail against idolatry, the impact of early church heresies like Arianism, and ho...

In this MidWeek episode, Kevin Wilson and Michael Carter sit down with Dr. Scott Kellum to explore the essential truth of God as Trinity. The Scripture defines God as one in essence but three in persons, and they discuss why this doctrine is vital for avoiding idolatry, the impact of early church heresies, and how knowing God rightly sharpens our minds and enriches our affection for Him. This is p...

In this episode, Pastor Kevin joins Michael Trautman and Rebecca Pittard to discuss how discipleship and missions intersect to fulfill the Great Commission. Using the command to "go and make disciples" as their foundation, they discuss how mobilization is not just a checkbox but a natural outflow of a life shaped by Scripture; the need to break down the walls between our spiritual lives at home, w...

In this MidWeek episode, Pastors Michael Carter and Michael Trautman discuss the significance and experiences of Passion Week. They discuss the weight of Jesus' lordship through the lens of "crown him or kill him," urging believers to "hang on his words" and make room for Christ in their daily rhythms. BONUS ... Carter and Trautman work through a HEAR journal entry on Luke 19 live, no prep.

In this MidWeek episode, Pastor Michael Carter sits down with Caroline Feary and Brett Crisp to explore how God shapes our hearts through praise. With Psalms of Praise like Psalm 103 and Psalm 150 as a guide, the conversation turns our attention away from self and fixes our gaze on the character of God, His goodness, faithfulness, and worthiness. They discuss why worship isn’t just a moment in a s...

In this MidWeek episode, Pastors Kevin Wilson, Elliot Ramos and Michael Carter explore how God shapes our hearts through wisdom. Drawing from Psalm 1 and Psalm 119, the conversation centers on two paths: the way of the righteous, formed by delight in God’s instruction; and the way of the wicked, shaped by self. Together, they unpack what it means to become “planted,” to practice spiritual discipli...

Psalm 51 stands out as one of the most beloved stories of repentance in the Bible. This beautiful and honest song of David offers us heartfelt words to pray when we confront our own sin, serving as a comforting template for returning to God after we stumble. Pastors Kevin Wilson and Michael Carter discuss the essential role of repentance and confession in the formation of the believer's life. The...

It’s easy to feel like everyone else has it together while we’re quietly falling apart. The Psalms of lament (like Psalm 13 and Psalm 22) give us permission to stop pretending and bring our pain honestly to God. In this episode, pastors Kevin Wilson, Michael Carter, and Tony San Nicolas discuss how lament moves us from complaining about God to complaining to Him—and how that kind of honesty forms...

This is an extra, SPECIAL episode. It's our 50th Midweek Podcast episode. Let's have some fun! Also, Pastor Kevin, Michael C, and Caroline Feary discuss the upcoming Psalm series at Westover, The Heart of Worship, giving a sneak peek of some of the worship service changes.