The Northeast Equipping Podcast

How do we disciple elementary-aged kids in a world full of big emotions, tough questions, and endless influences? In Episode 2 of the Northeast Equipping Podcast, we sit down with Lindsay and Jonathan from Northeast’s Elementary Ministry team to talk about practical, Christ-centered parenting. In this conversation, we discuss: Helping kids navigate big emotions in healthy ways Teaching wisdom and...

How do you raise children to follow Jesus in today’s noisy world? In this conversation on next-generation discipleship, we explore simple, practical ways parents can nurture faith at home. Starting with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Discover why discipleship is more about consistency than perfection, how small everyday moments can shape a child’s faith, and practical tips for navigating emot...

Welcome back to Episode 3 of our Northeast Equipment Podcast as we continue our Controversial Christianity series with a powerful and honest conversation about youth sports and the growing pressure kids face in high-achievement environments. From favorite sports movies and a fun debate about what sport Jesus would play, to deeper reflections on identity, performance, and parenting, we dive into ho...

In Episode 2 of Controversial Christianity, the team dives into a thoughtful conversation about life in a megachurch. Beka is joined by Tyler and Tomara as they unpack the realities behind the “megachurch” label. They discuss challenging stereotypes, sharing personal stories, and exploring what truly defines a healthy church. From the pull between consumer Christianity and genuine discipleship to...

The hosts (Becca and Terrance) and guest Tyler kick off Season 4 of the Northeast Equipping Podcast, themed around controversial Christianity. They dive into the week’s topic: singleness. Tyler explains the church chose this topic because they haven’t taught directly on singleness since 2016 and because the church has more singles and “single agains” than people realize. As he says, “We have more...

In this episode, we explore a variety of ways church hurt can happen meerly because of being misunderstood. How can we each do our part to gracefully love and support each other with our own sin struggles, questions, doubts, and cultural backgrounds making our church a place for all?

In this episode, we explore a number of ways where someone in the church may feel ignored or forgotten and how to effectively bring this to attention and show grace to each other.

It can be hard to see a clear and Godly path forward when you've been hurt in a deep way, especially if it was intentionally. What do you do if you feel betrayed or harmed by someone in the church? 

In this episode, we explore what to do if/when we are offended or annoyed by someone in our church. Whether it's from someone in our small group, from one of our spiritual leaders, or even from the church culture, how can we navigate and adrress these feelings in a healthy manner?

In this season, we wanted to walk through the difficult conversation of Church Hurt. What is it? What is it not? And how can we as the body of Christ address conflict, disagreement, and sin in in the way Jesus and the Apostles share with us. 

In our final episode in the Advent series, we explore the Christian concept of love as sacrificial and rooted in Christ, contrasting it with worldly definitions. How can we define our own Christmas tradtions more around Christ's love?

In today's episode, we reflect on the topic of joy; it's connection to worship and community, and how it differs from happiness. The Joy we get in Christ offers the stability in life that we all seek and are reminded of during the Christmas season.

In today's episode, we reflect on the topic of peace. What is the peace that God gives? What are misconceptions about peace? And how can believers experience this peace in their lives?

As we enter the Christmas season, we begin by reflecting on the advent theme of hope. In a world still full of darkness, how do we hold on to the hope of Jesus that one day all darkness will be gone?

Theme: Growth in discipleship requires receiving grace, which transforms our character and boldness for Christ.  Summary: In this sixth, and final, episode of the Before/After season, we encounter Peter, one of Jesus’ disciples. We see how Peter’s impulsiveness tendencies are transformed by the grace of God to preach the Good News of the Gospel to the first few thousand converts to the Way of Jesu...

Theme: Conversion transforms conviction, courage, and commitment; God can redeem zeal for His purposes.  Summary: In this fifth episode we look at the story of Paul (AKA Saul), whose encounter with the living God changed everything. Through Paul’s story we talk through the tension of law versus grace, how our conversion leads to empowerment in the Kingdom of God, and what it means to be living in...

Theme: God positions people for purpose, but faith must lead the way.  Summary: In this fourth episode we look at the book of Esther where we encounter Esther and her relative Mordecai. We explore how they step out from their comfortable life to walk in a purpose that ultimately leads a whole nation into freedom. We discover how each of us has a “for such a time as this” moment where God invites u...

Theme: Loss should not destroy our faith; it can deepen it. Summary: In this episode, we explore the story of Job, a man who faced unimaginable loss and pain yet held onto his faith. Through honest conversation, we discuss how we can approach God through our suffering, the importance of lament, and the power of community. Scripture Reading: Job 1:1–5  Job 1:13–22  Job 2:7–10  Job 30:25–26 Job 36:1...

Theme- Faithfulness today, if we aren’t careful, can become an opportunity to stumble tomorrow.  Summary-In this episode of the Before & After Bible study series, we explore Noah’s story in Genesis 6–9. Last week we looked at life after failure. But this time we examine what it looks like to live faithfully after obedience and success. Through these passages, we see God’s desire for human flou...

Theme - Even after catastrophic failure, God’s invitation to purpose remains.  Summary - In this first episode, we look at the story of Adam and Eve—not just their devastating fall, but God’s enduring faithfulness in the middle of it. Through passages in Genesis, we explore God’s original design for humanity, the consequences of disobedience, and how the effects of the curse still touch our lives...