Westlight Podcast

01 Weird Family Tree [Mt. 1:1-17] 04.01.2026 ↓

Matthew makes intriguing choices when constructing Jesus’ family tree. Why are certain names included while others are excluded? What implications does this have for me? [Matthew 1:1-17]

This Christmas 21.12.2025 ↓

Does it feel like your Christmas isn’t as merry as it should be? The first Christmas (according to Matthew) wasn’t either.

05 Words for Ourselves 14.12.2025 ↓

Why do we become the most critical judges of ourselves?

04 Untamable Mouth 07.12.2025 ↓

James cautions his church about the detrimental effects our words can have on ourselves and others.

03 Quick to Listen 30.11.2025 ↓

Most of us believe that our anger can bring about God’s justice in this world. However, James would disagree. He urges everyone to be quick to listen and slow to speak.

02 Weight of Words 23.11.2025 ↓

If our words matter, then we all need wisdom in choosing our words.

01 Why Use Edifying Words? 16.11.2025 ↓

Paul is clear about what we need to do - use edifying words. The bigger question is, WHY.

04 Purpose of Being One 09.11.2025 ↓

What is the purpose of being together? A survey of Hebrews 10:19-25

03 Faith That Shapes Politics 02.11.2025 ↓

How can our unity transform the world? History demonstrates that a united community can endure even the mightiest empire!

02 Show Empathy 26.10.2025 ↓

What does it mean for Christians to prioritize their faith over their political beliefs? What factors influence our political perspectives, and how should we interact with individuals who hold differing viewpoints?

01 The Politics of Jesus 19.10.2025 ↓

Should our faith shape our view of politics? What is the most important thing in Jesus' politics?

10 Salvation and Judgment 12.10.2025 ↓

Salvation and Judgment are essentially the same concept, differing only in their timing. What insights does the Bible provide regarding this topic, and how can it guide our lives in the present day?

09 After Death 05.10.2025 ↓

Most people are familiar with the popular Christian belief about what happens after death. Does this belief align with the Scriptures?

08 Sheep and Goats [Mt. 25:31-46] 28.09.2025 ↓

Does God have a purpose for destroying groups of people? What does this say about the "goats" that are excluded from His Kingdom? [Matthew 25:31-46]

07 Weeping and Gnashing Teeth 21.09.2025 ↓

What does Weeping and Gnashing of Teeth mean?

06 Define the Relationship 14.09.2025 ↓

Does God want to be feared or does He want to be loved?

05 Paths and Gates [Matt. 7:13-14] 07.09.2025 ↓

Was Jesus talking about Hell when he talked about the easy path that leads to destruction? [Matthew 7:13-14]

Rich Man + Lazarus [Lk. 16:19-31] 01.09.2025 ↓

Was Jesus giving his audience a tour of hell or was he trying to teach something completely different? [Luke 16:19-31]

Gehenna [Matthew 5] 24.08.2025 ↓

When Jesus uses the word "hell" in Matthew 5, he is refering to an actual place with a history.

02 Intermediate State 17.08.2025 ↓

What happens immediately after we die? Contrary to many Christians assumptions, the Bible doesn't give us much information. [John 14:2-3]

01 Get the Hell Out [Matt. 13:24-30] 10.08.2025 ↓

Why are we so obsessed with Heaven and Hell? Is our perception of hell from the Bible or is it shaped by our culture? How did Jesus understand the relationship between Heaven and Hell? [Matthew 13:24-30]

05 How Jesus Became King 27.07.2025 ↓

How a person rises to become king reveals everything we need to know about the kingdom. So, how did Jesus become King?

04 Marching Orders 20.07.2025 ↓

If Jesus is the King, what are his marching orders? What does he expect his followers to do?

03 No Fear 14.07.2025 ↓

The building blocks of the Kingdom of God is not fear.

02 The Gospel 06.07.2025 ↓

If Jesus' primary identity is King, then what is the Gospel?