The Pious Podcast

Abraham received a call from God with very little information. Upon what basis of knowledge did he act faithfully? Listen as pastor Meshach teaches how we can follow his example and live by faith. Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10; Genesis 12:1-9 Meshach Kanyion 7/23/2024

Respect and reverence play a crucial role in living by faith. In this week’s sermon, we see how Noah's respect for God led him to eventually do great things for God. Meshach Kanyion 7/14/2024

In this new sermon series, we will explore what faith is, and look at examples from those who lived faithful lives. Passage: Hebrews 11:1-3

The Kingdom of Heaven is like the best thing you could ever find. As such, our response should be to give everything for it. When that is our response, it's a sign that we've grasped the reality of the Kingdom and discipleship to Jesus. by Meshach Kanyion, 11/17/2024

Excuses, excuses, excuses. How many temporal things keep us from our commitments to God? Luke 14:15-24 by Meshach Kanyion on 11/10/2024

This is a story of a father and two lost boys. One is lost far away, the other is lost at home. Luke 15:11-32 Preached by Meshach Kanyion on 10/21/2024

This story carries eschatological implications, prompting us to ponder how we should spend our time in light of the master’s imminent return, expecting a report from us.  Scripture: Matthew 25:14-29 Preached by Meshach Kanyion on 10/13/2024

The Parable of the Sower is understood as the parable that teaches us how to understand all parables. It has an important message about what it means to be a member of the household of God. Scripture: Mark 4:1-20 Preached by Meshach Kanyion on 10/6/2024

What does it mean when Jesus waits, and things get worse? The story of Lazarus is instructive and shapes our faith to understand that trials like those are also divine opportunities. Preached by Meshach Kanyion of March 1, 2026 John 11 Image by James Martin

Some individuals in Jesus’ time followed him due to the miracles he performed. He desired to offer them more, specifically himself, but they were preoccupied with the physical bread and failed to perceive and accept the offer of the living bread. Preached by Meshach Kanyion on March 17, 2024 Scripture: John 6:25-40

God gives us mountaintop experiences so that we can know more about Him, and be better equipped to live by faith. When Jesus and His 3 disciples descend into the valley, they are confronted with the fact that the disciples need to have their hearts recalibrated. The world came to them for help, and because their faith was misplaced, it led to a frustrating experience for everyone. Jesus reminds th...

God allows trials and tests to prove us and to improve us. In the story of Jesus walking on water, and Peter asking to join him, we learn a lesson on the value of initiative and the blessedness of failure.  Pastor Meshach Kanyion preached this sermon on February 25, 2024 Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

The fine folks at Church of the Saviour have given me the rights to the podcast that holds my sermons. So I'm going to begin slowly transporting them here -- series by series. Since we are currently in the season of Lent, I'm beginning with a series called "Follow Me."  In this sermon, we look at the story of the woman in Luke 13:10-17, and consider how religion can become a burd...

In this short teaching, Pastor Meshach shares how God actually changes a person — not through willpower or behavior modification, but by transforming us from the inside out through his Spirit. If you have a question, send it to DearPastorM@gmail.com

How do you love someone who’s hurt you? In this short teaching, Pastor Meshach explains what Jesus really meant when he said, “Love your enemies.”If you have a question, send it to DearPastorM@gmail.com

“Should Christians watch Rated R movies and listen to explicit music?”In this short teaching, Pastor Meshach explains why discipleship isn’t about following a list of rules, but about formation into Christlikeness. If you have a question, send it to DearPastorM@gmail.com

Many people think salvation is mainly about where you go when you die. But Jesus didn’t just preach about heaven later, he preached that the Kingdom of God is available right now. In this follow-up to my video “What Is the Gospel?” we’ll explore what it actually means to live in God’s Kingdom every day: • Why the gospel is more than just “going to heaven” • How Jesus taught His disciples to live u...

What is the Gospel? Most people think it’s just about getting your sins forgiven or going to heaven when you die. But when Jesus announced the Gospel, He said something very different: “Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand.”In this video, Pastor Meshach unpacks: 1. What Jesus and His disciples actually meant by the Gospel. 2. Why the Kingdom of God is truly good news. 3. How discipleship — le...

Have you ever wondered if you’ve actually heard God’s voice — or if it was just your own thoughts? In this episode of Dear Pastor Meshach, I share my own struggles with hearing God, lessons from Dallas Willard’s Hearing God, and practical ways you can begin recognizing His voice in your daily life.🎯 We’ll cover:• How God actually speaks today• Why most of us miss it• Simple practices to grow in d...

Many Christians are younger Christians are asking: Do I really need to attend church to follow Jesus? In this episode of Dear Pastor Meshach, I respond to a young mom whose family stopped going after the pandemic — and now feels the pressure from relatives who say she’s “ruining her kids’ faith.” We’ll talk about: • How the Bible defines church • The difference between attendance and discipleship...

How do you stay faithful to Jesus when your loved ones seem more loyal to MAGA than to Christ? In this video, Pastor Meshach responds to a heartfelt question from someone torn between their Christian faith and their parents’ unwavering support for Trump. We’ll unpack why MAGA loyalty can feel like a cult, explore how fear drives it, and learn practical steps to love your family without losing your...

"Dear Pastor Meshach, I’ve been struggling with pornography for years. I keep sinning, keep repenting, and falling again. I feel ashamed… and I’m starting to wonder if I’m even saved anymore."⠀If that sounds like your story — or someone you love — this message is for you. We’ll talk about:- Why we get stuck in shame cycles- What salvation actually means (hint: it’s not a reward for good...

God shows up in surprising ways — but most people miss Him. In this video, we explore how Abraham, Mary, and even Martha teach us what real hospitality to God looks like. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly sermons and reflections.📖 Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10 & Luke 10:38-42🎙 Speaker: Meshach Kanyion⸻ Connect with me: 🎥 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@MeshachKanyion 📬 Substack: https://meshachkanyion....

In 1 Kings 17, Elijah is sent into the wilderness with nothing but a word from God. First to a dried-up brook. Then to a starving widow. Nothing about it makes sense… until it does. Meanwhile, Israel is doing what they think “works” — they've turnied to Baal, the so-called god of rain. But the skies remain shut. And in the background, God is teaching his people to trust him again. In this epis...

In this opening message of our Elijah series — Under the Broom Tree — we look at 1 Kings 17:1 and discover the secret behind Elijah’s boldness. He wasn’t fearless because of self-confidence — he was fearless because of where he stood. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly sermons and reflections on the life of Elijah. 📖 Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1 🎙 Speaker: Meshach Kanyion ⸻ Connect with me: 🎥 YouTube: http://ww...