By developing a practice of prayer, we can align ourselves with Jesus, transforming our angry, arrogant, and anxious reactions to difficult circumstances into responses filled with the Fruits of the Spirit.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

What qualifies as prayer? Evan and Ben discuss how prayer is the first stop on the path towards the way of Jesus and explore how different forms of prayer are critical to "pray without ceasing".Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In this episode of Westside Church's Behind the Message Podcast, author Joshua Ryan Butler joins Ben and Evan to discuss his new book, The Party Crasher: How Jesus disrupts Politics as Usual and Redeems our Partisan Divide.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Jesus presented a revolutionary approach to navigating politics that calls for deeper engagement and understanding, encouraging the church to embody a love for their families and neighbors that transcends political divisions.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

God’s justice does not adhere to human notions of fairness, but focuses on restoring His creation by righting wrongs and standing up for the oppressed.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

Jesus calls us to go beyond the minimum requirements of faith and embrace a love that reflects His example of radical equality and grace.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

As Christians, we are called to move beyond superficial judgments and divisions, recognizing that true reconciliation and love require acknowledging our own brokenness and approaching others with grace and humility.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

True contentment, joy, and peace come not from material wealth but from a life of generosity that aligns with God’s mission to bring good news to the poor.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

Jesus invites us to experience true rest and renewal through a rhythm of Sabbath, where we step away from the relentless demands of life and delight in God’s presence, aligning ourselves with His grace and finding peace for our souls.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

In a world where our attention is increasingly fragmented, focusing on Jesus becomes essential for spiritual growth and discipleship.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

Living with humility and embodying forgiveness is essential for the followers of Jesus to heal the world He has placed us in.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

Sin is more than personal vices; it’s a cosmic evil distorting our relationships with God and others, leading to shame trying to convince us of our unworthiness before God.Evan Earwicker, Ben Fleming and the Speaking Team of Westside Church által

In this week's Behind the Message, Pastors Ben and Evan kick off a 6 part discussion through the book of Philippians. In week 1, they explore Paul's opening address to the church in Philippi, where he expresses his gratitude and thankfulness for the young church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

This week, Behind the Message returns to discuss Westside's new approach to leadership, as Pastor Steve Mickel announces the addition of 2 senior pastors. Our panel discusses.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

On this first episode of season 3, Pastor Steve Mickel announces the release of his book, Walking in the Dark: Trusting God when Life Happens. "I hope what I believe is right, like when Jesus said, 'I go to prepare a place for you where you can be with me.' I hope he was telling me the truth, not just for me but for [my son] Chase... The sun’s goin…

Steve Mickel joins the live podcast to discuss being known for vulnerability and when it can cross over into over sharing.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Westside's new church plant will be pastored by Seth Waters. Seth joins the podcast to discuss his message on our new identity in Christ.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

We look at ways to connect ourselves to the relationships and activities that fuel the soul. When we allow our souls to run on empty, we have little to offer those around us.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In his book, Soul Keeping, John Ortberg says that the key to a healthy soul is first to "ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life". We sit down with Pastor Steve Mickel to discuss the hectic rhythms of life and how we can find a place of rest for our souls.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In a special 4 part live series, we look back on some of the most memorable messages of 2018 and discuss on stage at Westside Church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In a cultural moment when civility is rare and passionate opinions are everywhere, how do we communicate our views and beliefs without rudeness and arrogance?Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

The #metoo movement has changed the conversation around corporate culture, the entertainment industry and politics. Does the church need to speak out? Should Christian men in leadership be taking a stand, or the back seat? Pastor Bo Stern joins Ben and Evan to discuss these hot-button issues and what to make of it all in the context of church life.…

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his teaching on 1 Corinthians 13 (the love chapter), and why it's those closest to us that usually require the most effort in our attempts to love like Jesus.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

We're back after a few weeks off with Casey Parnell to discuss the exit of the Parnell brothers from the staff of Westside Church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

The founder of Watercup counseling, Bill Mahnke, joins the podcast to discuss the intersection of faith and mental health with Evan and Pastor Steve Mickel.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel and Pastor Mike Alexander join Evan to discuss Steve's controversial message on Christian ethics.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Bo Stern and Spencer Schaber join the podcast to discuss their message on worry and how Jesus introduced a whole new way to live: anxiety free.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel and Pastor Mike Alexander join to discuss the purpose Jesus had in teaching on things that were unclear, difficult and confusing.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Evan hosts Steve Mickel and Casey Parnell to discuss the subversive, challenging nature of Jesus' life and teachings and if it is ever appropriate for Christians to be judgmental.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Randall Knight served on staff at Westside Church for many years. No longer working in the church world, Randall brings a different perspective to the conversation and discusses his critique of our "in-the-weeds" topics in previous Behind the Message episodes and his ideas of how to make the church more appealing to the uninitiated.…

Pastor Steve Mickel joins the podcast to discuss how we handle the difficult teachings of Jesus and how God allows us to flourish even when we fall short of the ideal in our relationships.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

We're back for season 2 of Behind the Message, and begin this season with a live podcast recording with a panel of pastors discussing minorities and women in ministry. With Pastors Keith Jenkins, Steve Mickel and Bo Stern.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Bo Stern joins for the last episode of season 1 to discuss what we've learned through the parables of Jesus. We also discuss techniques to get the attention of distracted crowds.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Westside's associate worship pastor Lindsay Parnell joins for a special live recording to discuss ways to overcome anxiety and depression and help those who are struggling.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss how Jesus uses individuals, not political parties to establish his way, and how his teachings and life should challenge us in how we think and live.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Bo Stern joins the podcast to discuss Jesus' parable of the weeds, and why it was important to her not to over explain or draw too much out of what Jesus was teaching the crowds.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Steve Mickel is back to discuss the way of Jesus as taught through His parables. Also discussed: multisite churches, measuring health by counting people, and the pressure pastors feel on Easter Sunday.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his vision message for 2018, and how he models his teaching after the format of Jesus.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss his message on fighting through suffering and why we can't give into fear in times of trouble and grief.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Keith Jenkins joins us to discuss Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan, and the implications for the American church on race relations and politics.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

The Westside Student Ministries team discusses the influence adults can have on youth and children, and the importance of mentorship and 'just showing up' in kids lives.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Pastor Steve Mickel joins to discuss the function of the old covenant in light of the new, and what the book of Hebrews teaches on Moses and the Law.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Corey Parnell joins us for another top 10, this time on the top things we do in church that should never happen again. Happy 2018!Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

Bo Stern joins us live at Westside Church in the final episode of our 4 part series to discuss her popular message on singleness and marriage in the church.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In the third part of our 4 part live series, Bo Stern discusses the power of shame and how to come out from underneath it.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

In part 2 of our live 4 part series, we look back at one of the most popular messages of 2017 at Westside Church, the Emotionally Healthy Life. With Pastor Steve Mickel.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által

For the first time, Behind the Message is recorded live during a Sunday service at Westside Church. This week we are looking back at some of the most talked about messages of the year. To begin, we discuss Pastor Steve's series from January 2017, Walking in the Dark.Ben Fleming & Evan Earwicker által