Westside Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Does your community challenge you to grow, or let you stay where you are? In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Pastor Jess Bishop is joined by Gabe Kolstad and special guest Shauna McAfee to talk about real, life-changing community. Shauna shares her vulnerable story of moving to Oregon, battling loneliness and depression, and how getting plugged into a growth group at Westside...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about God's Plan for Your Progress. #ephesians #spiritualjourney #youbelong #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real p...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever questioned whether you truly belong? This week on Midweek Motivation, Jess is joined by special guest Freyda , who shares her powerful story of finding belonging in the middle of family transition, personal hardship, and rediscovering God’s purpose. Her journey—from walking into a Celebrate Recovery to serving in church—will remind you that God meets us right where w...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Catching Fire. #ephesians #spiritualjourney #youbelong #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from all walks...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you’re on the outside looking in—like maybe you don’t really belong? Episode 200 of the Midweek Motivation Podcast is a powerful celebration of real stories that prove just how deeply God welcomes us, no matter where we’ve been. Jess walks through four of the biggest reasons people struggle with belonging—shame, rejection, fear, and comparison—and shows what God say...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about how You Belong Here. #ephesians #spiritualjourney #youbelong #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from all...

Send us Fan Mail Your words shape your world—especially at home. In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Jess sits down with Pastors Ken and Luetta to explore how intentional communication has transformed their marriages, families, and even strangers they encounter. Through timeless stories and five powerful biblical principles, they share what it means to speak life, build trust, and cultiv...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Stephen Radie brings us a message about The Power Of Our Words. #thepowerofwords #speaklife #encouragement #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #stephenradie Westside is a place made up of real people...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you’re stuck waiting… and nothing’s changing? This week, Tim opens up about his own journey through a long season of waiting—when answers didn’t come, and discouragement started to set in. Jess and Tim talk candidly about what it’s like to keep showing up, stay grounded in your faith, and remain emotionally healthy when life feels like it’s on pause. Discover: How t...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Defeating Distraction & Discouragement. #canttakeit #thegoodwork #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt resistance the moment you stepped into your purpose? In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Jessica Bishop and Pastor Stephen Radie explore the realities of opposition when pursuing God's calling. Drawing wisdom from the story of Nehemiah and the Armor of God in Ephesians, they provide practical insights for preparing spiritually, mentally, and emotionally...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Standing Strong in the Face of Opposition. #canttakeit #thegoodwork #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people f...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt a fire in your chest over something wrong in the world—but weren’t sure what to do about it? In this week’s episode, Jess sits down with Tony to unpack holy discontent —that divine nudge that something must change, and maybe you’re the one to do something about it. Through scripture, personal stories, and practical guidance, they explore how to turn discomfort i...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Steve Barker brings us a message about Doing the Work to Make a Difference. #canttakeit #thegoodwork #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #stevebarker Westside is a place made up of real people from al...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt a burden so deep it felt like a soul notification you couldn’t silence? This week’s episode dives into holy discontent —the stirring in your spirit when your heartbreak aligns with God’s. Jess walks through how this divine discomfort can either derail you or become a driving force for change—depending on how you process it. Discover: What holy discontent really...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about When You Can't Take it Anymore. #canttakeit #thegoodwork #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from al...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt so overwhelmed you couldn’t even explain why? In this heartfelt episode, Jess reflects on a season of deep anxiety, disconnection, and spiritual depletion — and how plugging back into the Holy Spirit changed everything. This episode is a vulnerable, practical, and spiritually rich conversation about reclaiming agency, reconnecting with God, and making space for...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about how God is Greater Than the Battle in Your Mind. #Godisgreater #highsandlows #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real...

Send us Fan Mail John’s story of sobriety is more than a recovery journey—it’s a powerful example of what happens when faith, honesty, and community collide. In this candid episode of Midweek Motivation, John and his sponsor Steve talk with Jess about the reality of addiction, the strength of surrender, and the miracle of God's healing grace. Discover: John’s turning point and how one vulnera...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about how God is Greater Than My Failures. #Godisgreater #highsandlows #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from...

Send us Fan Mail Fear often sneaks in just as God is calling us into something greater. In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Pastor Jess sits down with psychologist and coach Nancy Casteel for a powerful conversation on fear, calling, and how to move forward when everything in you wants to freeze or run. They explore what fear actually is, how it operates in the brain and body, and how to face i...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Valerie Bellamy brings us a message about The Story of Mary. #Godisgreater #highsandlows #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #valeriebellamy Westside is a place made up of real people from all walks o...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when life feels uncertain, your faith is tested, and the answers just haven’t come yet? In this heartfelt episode, Pastor Gabe sits down with Greg and Amy Lang to explore what it looks like to stay faithful through unemployment, financial hardship, and the emotional toll of a long season of waiting. Discover: How Greg and Amy have held onto hope during over two year...

Send us Fan Mail Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Pastor Gabe Kolstad and Ken Wooten bring us a message about how God Can Keep You Strong. #Godisgreater #highsandlows #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2025sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of rea...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Jess opens up about her own journey with doubt, sharing how an unmet expectation at age 13 caused her to walk away from faith—and how she found her way back. Whether you’re wrestling with questions yourself or walking alongside someone who is, this conversation will bring insight, comfort, and practical tools for engaging your doubts with fai...