Belay Church Podcast

In this message, Paul Durbin walks through Chapter 7 & 8 of his upcoming book, inviting us to understand biblical belief—not just as agreeing with spiritual facts, but as a surrendering of the heart. Through a story about a young couple in China and the “Four Spiritual Truths,” we see how belief begins with relationship, is built on Jesus’ sacrifice, and calls us to respond with real repentance an...

In this week’s reading of Paul’s book, he takes us deeper into what it really means to belong—not as a reward for our behavior or beliefs, but as a starting point. Through stories of the rich young ruler, the woman at the well, and Nicodemus, we see how Jesus consistently led with love before challenge. Belonging isn’t just a strategy—it’s God’s original design. And it’s not vague and sentimental...

What if church hasn’t just lost people—but lost the rhythm of Jesus? In this unique and personal message, Pastor Paul Durbin shares the first chapters of a book he’s begun writing, challenging the flawed rhythm many churches have followed for years: “Believe, Behave, Belong, Be Seated.” Instead, he invites us to rediscover the life-giving rhythm we see in Jesus: “Belong, Believe, Become, Belay.” W...

In this special message, Paul and Patty Durbin reflect on a powerful three-week sabbatical they spent at Alongside—a retreat for pastors and missionaries. Together, they share honest, heartfelt takeaways about emotional health, God’s presence in pain, the power of attunement, and the freedom we have in how we respond to our past. Pastor Paul emphasizes that while we don’t always get answers, God a...

In this week’s message, Pastor Paul Durbin wraps up our journey through Ephesians by asking a powerful question: If Christ is really transforming me, where will it start to show? Just like Clint Eastwood’s character in Gran Torino went from bitter and hateful to selfless and sacrificial, the Apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to championing the Church. That’s what real transformation lo...

In this message, Christian Braly walks us through one of the most theologically rich and culture-confronting chapters in Ephesians. With humility and clarity, Christian unpacks what it really means to walk in love, walk in light, and walk in reverence. He contrasts biblical love with cultural definitions and challenges us to live as children of light—imitating Christ, embracing holiness, and letti...

Kevan Ho continues our Rooted in Christ series with a deep dive into Ephesians 4, unpacking how the “alive” church in Ephesus started, and what Paul’s instruction to that church means for us today. He lays out a clear picture: we are called not just to individual salvation, but to maturity and transformation in Christ—together. We grow when we speak the truth in love, walk in grace-filled obedienc...

In this week’s message, Christian Braly walked us through Ephesians 3, showing how Paul’s letter confronts the false powers of a spiritually confused world—starting with the cult of Artemis in ancient Ephesus and landing in our own lives today. Paul reminds us that all authority, identity, and power are found in Jesus alone. We aren’t just spectators; we are the very ones God has chosen to show Hi...

When you look at your life, do you ever wonder what God sees? In this message from Belay’s “Rooted in Christ” series, Greg Seymour walks us through Ephesians 2 and gives us both the hard truth and the stunning hope of the gospel. We were dead in sin. But God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ—and not just as individuals, but as a new family. Greg unpacks what it means to go from spiritual dea...

In this kickoff message to our “Ephesians: Rooted in Christ” series, Daniel Ziesing draws a connection between spiritual growth and plant growth—from photosynthesis and germination to pruning and purpose. Teaching from Ephesians 1, Daniel helps us see the “wealth” of blessings we have in Christ: forgiveness, the Spirit, and the hope of eternity. Using sun, soil, and water as a parable for faith, S...

In this final week of the Philippians series, Pastor Paul Durbin walked us through the last chapter of Paul's letter—and showed us five “joy activators” that help joy stick in our lives. Much like epoxy resin needs an activator to become strong, unshakable joy requires certain relational and spiritual postures to hold together. Paul highlights five: relational unity, genuine trust, selective focus...

In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin explores Philippians 3 to show how unshakable joy flows from what we choose to prioritize. Just as Paul counts everything as loss compared to knowing Christ, we’re invited to value what really matters—truth over lies, Jesus over everything, faith over works, the future over our past, and eternity over the temporary. This joy-centered value system isn't hypotheti...

Joy isn’t just something we receive—it’s something we choose. In Philippians 2, Paul shows us a surprising and powerful truth: unshakable joy grows in the lives of people who walk the same humble road Jesus did. In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks five unexpected roads that joy takes: the Others Road, the Humble Road, the Grateful Road, the Proven Road, and the Hospitable Road. These are not the...

When life gets messy or uncertain, real joy can start to feel out of reach. But according to Scripture, joy was never meant to be dependent on circumstances in the first place. In this message, Pastor Paul Durbin kicks off our Unshakable Joy series by exploring the first chapter of Philippians—a letter written from prison—and showing how joy is a learned, practiced way of life rooted in something...

Spiritual warfare often feels dramatic in movies, but in real life it’s usually subtle—and deeply personal. In this final message of the series, Christian Braly teaches us how to stand our ground when the enemy speaks. Through Scripture, mental health insight, and real-life stories, we’re reminded that the battle is real, but so is the victory we have in Christ. The enemy’s greatest weapons are de...

In this message by Paul Durbin, we ask: “How do I break my agreement with deception?” Through Joshua’s misstep with the Gibeonites, David’s repentance, and Paul’s encouragement to walk in truth, we explore four practical steps: 1) Invite God to reveal deception, 2) Own your misalignment, 3) Replace lies with truth, and 4) Keep walking in the truth daily. God has so much to give us—but we need to s...

In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the often overlooked battleground of our own hearts in spiritual warfare. Rather than spotlighting the demonic, Christian explores how deception and self-deception take root when we stop caring about truth. Using 1 Kings 22 and other key scripture, he unpacks the dangerous patterns of gaslighting, the comfort of false narratives, and the spiritual c...

In this message by Andrew Sisk, we explore God’s heart for His daughters. We reflect on the creation of Eve, why God called her a “helper,” and how that title is powerful, not subservient. The sermon compares God’s empowering love with the enemy’s deceptive lies. Through the story of the woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8), we see God restore dignity, peace, and identity. This message also chal...

In this message by Paul Durbin, we learn Rule #2 of spiritual warfare: There Are Symptoms of Deception. Paul walks through five specific warning signs that we might be drifting away from truth—including resisting correction, justifying sin, preferring confirmation over conviction, craving flattery, and avoiding truth-speaking community. God’s Word provides not just the diagnosis, but also the trea...

In this message by Christian Braly, we dive into the messy, real-world nature of spiritual warfare. He shows us that the fight isn’t just against demonic forces “out there,” but also against deception and broken thinking within ourselves. Our culture, our wounds, and even our relationships can open the door to deception when we're not grounded in truth. Through scripture and personal stories, Chri...

In this message by Dick Brogden, we explore the profound truth that the resurrection of Jesus is not just an event to remember—it's the cornerstone of our faith and mission. Dick walks us through three powerful declarations: Christ has risen (the proof of His deity), we shall rise (our personal hope), and the nations shall rise (our global responsibility). With striking illustrations and heartfelt...

In this message by Paul Durbin, we're invited to walk through Passion Week by asking five honest, soul-searching questions from Matthew 27. This chapter gives us a front-row seat to Jesus’ final hours before the resurrection. Paul uses the stories of Judas, Pilate, Barabbas, and others to help us reflect on forgiveness, identity, responsibility, salvation, and new life. Each question is designed t...

In this message by Paul Durbin, we take a deep dive into the powerful events of Matthew 26. But rather than just observing the actions of Judas, Peter, or the unnamed woman with perfume, Paul asks one piercing question: “What stories will be told in memory of you?” Through three contrasting stories—Missing It (Judas), Living in Fear (Peter), and Absolute Surrender (the woman)—we're invited to ask...

In this message by Zack Brogden, we walk through Matthew 25 and explore what it looks like to “live ready” for Christ’s return. Through the parables of the ten virgins, the talents, and the sheep and the goats, Zack reminds us that living ready means depending on the Holy Spirit, being faithful with what God has entrusted to us, and living outward—serving and loving others. This message challenges...

In this message, Pastor Paul unpacks Jesus’ teaching about the end times from Matthew 24. While we often focus on signs and dates, Jesus redirects our attention to faithfulness, recognizing deception, and staying mission-focused. He warns that many will be misled, and culture will push against godly living—but His followers must stand firm, preach the gospel, and live prepared. Instead of obsessin...