Following Jesus with Bethel

About Following Jesus with Bethel

Welcome to "Following Jesus with Bethel", a Christian podcast devoted to helping you walk faithfully with Christ in your everyday life. Each episode invites you to slow down, open your heart, and explore what it truly means to follow Jesus—through Scripture, prayer, and real-life conversations. Whether you’re new to faith or have walked with God for years, this is a space to grow deeper in love, purpose, and obedience to the One who calls us to take up our cross and follow Him.

Publisher

Edson Bethel Pentecostal Church

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Oct 2025

Latest episode

11 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

54 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Cultivating a Heart for Harvest

   Drawing on the imagery of Thanksgiving and the harvest season, this sermon explores the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13 as a lens for examining the condition of our hearts toward God's Word. Pastor Heather emphasizes that every believer is called to plant seeds of faith in the lives of those around them, not just those in formal ministry roles. The central theological insight is that the same seed of God's Word falls on every heart, but it is the condition of the soil -- representing our hearts -- that determines what kind of spiritual harvest is produced. The sermon calls believers to honest self-examination, urging them to soften their hearts, root their faith deeply, guard against distraction and worry, and remain open to the transforming growth that only God can bring. Ultimately, spiritual growth is not the result of human effort alone but of surrendering to God, who is the one who brings the increase.

2. 

   4 Oct 2026

   The Pharisee and The Tax Collector

   Pastor Daniel continues a teaching series on The Parables of Jesus, focusing on the parable of The Pharisee and the Tax Collector from Luke 18:9–14. The message centers on the contrast Jesus draws between two men who go to the temple to pray: The Pharisee stands confidently, thanking God that he is not like other sinners. He lists his religious achievements—fasting, tithing, moral behavior—believing these make him righteous. The Tax Collector, standing at a distance, won’t even lift his eyes. He beats his chest and prays simply, “God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” Pastor Daniel emphasizes the core lesson: True righteousness comes from humility and dependence on God, not from self‑exaltation or religious performance. Jesus concludes that the tax collector, not the Pharisee, goes home justified—showing that God honors honest repentance over prideful religiosity.

3. 

   27 Sept 2026

   The Mustard Seed and The Persistent Widow

   Pastor Heather's sermon focuses on the theme of the value of small things and how God utilizes them to accomplish His greater purposes. Drawing from two specific parables, she offers insights into faith, persistence, and trust in God’s timing. The Parable of the Mustard Seed: Pastor Heather explains that this parable is primarily about the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven. She highlights how something as tiny and seemingly insignificant as a mustard seed possesses the inherent potential to grow into something mighty and life-sustaining. Her key takeaway is that believers should not despise small beginnings; rather, they should be faithful with the gifts, talents, and dreams God has placed in their hands. She illustrates this by contrasting her personal struggle with gardening to her mother’s successful care of a plant, emphasizing that with intentional, loving care—like pruning, watering, and protection—even the smallest things can thrive. The Parable of the Persistent Widow: In this portion, Pastor Heather discusses the importance of persistent prayer. She clarifies that Jesus is not portraying God as an unjust judge, but rather using an argument from the lesser to the greater: if an unjust, uncaring judge eventually grants justice to a widow because of her persistence, how much more will a loving and good God respond to the prayers of His children. She encourages the congregation to pray without ceasing and not to give up, noting that consistent prayer is an act of faith. She likens this to the way water gradually carves deep canyons through solid rock—the progress is invisible at any single moment, but through consistent, drop-by-drop persistence, it shapes the landscape. Key Takeaways: Trust in Timing: Both parables illustrate that waiting is often a necessary part of God’s process. Just as a seed needs time to sprout and a widow needed time to receive justice, our own journeys require patience. God’s Power: She reminds the audience of Ephesians 3:20, encouraging them to trust that God is able to do infinitely more than what we can ask or think. Actionable Faith: The sermon serves as a call to hold onto the seeds of dreams God has planted in our hearts, even in seasons that feel dark or buried like soil, trusting that He is active, present, and faithful to help us grow.

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