What if the Bible wasn't just something you hear about—but something you discover for yourself?
Welcome to HeartShift, a podcast that invites you to open the Bible yourself and encounter the living Word in fresh, practical ways. This isn't about replacing your church community or your personal devotions—it's about walking alongside you as you build a faith that actually works in everyday life.
What to Expect
Season One takes you deep into the Gospel of John through 21 transformative episodes structured around three powerful patterns:
🔹 Seven "I Am" Statements – Discover who Jesus truly is
🔹 Seven Signs – See what Jesus actually does
🔹 Seven Stories – Witness how Jesus transforms real lives
At the heart of every episode is one simple invitation: "Come and See."
Release Schedule
New episodes drop every other Monday. We're starting here with a vision to eventually make HeartShift available daily—because transformation shouldn't wait.
Ready to shift your heart? Hit subscribe and join us on this journey. The Bible is waiting—and it's more alive than you think.
Want to dive deeper? Grab your Bible and listen along.
The Hidden Power in Jesus’ Question That Can Unlock Your Breakthrough Today
In this episode, Marcus explores a powerful story from John 5 about a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years and how Jesus offers hope and possibility even in the most broken situations. This message encourages believers to recognize Jesus’ ability to transform despair into victory, no matter how long we've been struggling.
Key Topics:
The story of the man at the Pool of Betesda and its relevance today
Jesus' question: "Do you want to get well?" and its significance
The contrast between our limitations ("I can't") and Jesus' power ("I can")
Practical reflections on situations where people feel stuck—career, relationships, health
The importance of trusting Jesus' ability to change circumstances
How brokenness can blind us from seeing Jesus' possibilities
The call to stand up and move forward in faith, even when feeling broken
The significance of surrendering control and trusting Jesus for transformation
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:07 – The man's response
02:33 – Jesus' perspective
03:29 – Seeing beyond limitations
03:55 – The message
04:25 – The challenge
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🌍 About This Podcast:
"HeartShift" is a project led by three pastors from Lusaka, Zambia: Laban Mwelwa, Michael Mulubwa, and Markus Mueller. They are supported by Baptist Community Church, Liebenzell Mission International Zambia, and Zambia Baptist Association.
21 Sept 2026
The Surprising Power of Faith: Believe Before You See Results
Trust Before Seeing Results: Lessons from Jesus’ Miracles
In this episode, we explore the powerful story of Jesus healing a boy from afar, emphasizing the importance of trusting God's word even before witnessing tangible results. This account encourages believers to strengthen their faith amidst uncertainty and highlights Jesus' authority to change realities with a single word.
Key Topics:
The story of Jesus healing the official’s son from Capernaum (John 4:46-54)
The significance of faith that trusts without seeing
How Jesus’ words have the power to create change instantly
The journey and faith of the government official
Practical applications: trusting God in your personal life before answers manifest
The challenge to identify areas where you are waiting for results to trust God
Encouragement to listen and follow Jesus' word amidst uncertainty
The power of believing in Jesus’ authority over circumstances
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and overview of Jesus' miraculous sign in Cana
01:32 - The official’s journey back and the moment of realization
02:01 - The significance of trusting Jesus without immediate evidence
02:59 - The challenge: Are you waiting for results before trusting God?
04:55 - Reflection: In which areas are you waiting for results to trust Jesus?
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🌍 About This Podcast:
"HeartShift" is a project led by three pastors from Lusaka, Zambia:
Laban Mwelwa, Michael Mulubwa, and Markus Mueller.
They are supported by Baptist Community Church, Liebenzell Mission International Zambia, and Zambia Baptist Association.
7 Sept 2026
How Jesus Breaks Every Barrier to Meet You Where You Are
The episode explores the encounter of Jesus with a Samaritan woman, emphasizing the theme of recognizing Jesus in unfamiliar places and moments of life. It delves into the idea of failing to recognize Jesus in everyday encounters and the transformative power of recognizing Him. The conversation highlights the barriers and expectations that hinder recognition and the revelation of true need and satisfaction in life through Jesus.
Takeaways
Recognizing Jesus in everyday encounters
The transformative power of recognizing Jesus
Chapters
00:00 Recognizing Jesus in Unfamiliar Places
05:20 Breaking Barriers and Recognition
11:31 Jesus Meets Us Where We Are
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🌍 About This Podcast:
"HeartShift" is a project led by three pastors from Lusaka, Zambia:
Laban Mwelwa, Michael Mulubwa, and Markus Mueller.
They are supported by Baptist Community Church, Liebenzell Mission International Zambia, and Zambia Baptist Association.
20 Jul 2026
The Missing Element in Your Life That Even the Most Respected Can Overlook
In this episode, we explore the biblical story of Nicodemus to understand why spiritual rebirth is essential for entering the Kingdom of God. Whether you're familiar with Christian teachings or new to faith, this message emphasizes the importance of personal transformation beyond religious knowledge.
Key topics:
The encounter between Nicodemus and Jesus in John 3
Why education and morality are not enough for salvation
The meaning of being born again in a spiritual sense
Jesus' profound statement: "You must be born again"
The difference between religious actions and spiritual rebirth
How to accept Jesus as Lord and Savior
The importance of spiritual transformation for entering heaven
A challenge for listeners: Are you born again?
Timestamps:
00:00 - Nicodemus' encounter with Jesus
01:24 - The spiritual gap: What was Nicodemus lacking?
02:43 - The core message: Transformation over religious knowledge
03:13 - The challenge: Are you truly born again?
04:09 - Reflection: Are you like Nicodemus? Have you been born again?
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🌍 About This Podcast:
"HeartShift" is a project led by three pastors from Lusaka, Zambia:
Laban Mwelwa, Michael Mulubwa, and Markus Mueller.
They are supported by Baptist Community Church, Liebenzell Mission International Zambia, and Zambia Baptist Association.
6 Jul 2026
Simple Obedience: Unlocking Growth Through Simple Acts - John 2:1-11
Discover how a seemingly small act of obedience in a biblical miracle can serve as a powerful lesson for faith and trust today. This episode explores the significance of simple obedience to Jesus' words and how it leads to spiritual growth and belief.
Key Topics:
The story of Jesus turning water into wine at Cana and its deeper meaning
How obedience to Jesus' instructions sparks faith, even when the outcome isn't immediately clear
The role of trust and obedience in developing a stronger relationship with Jesus
Practical challenges for listeners to apply obedience in everyday life
The connection between faith, obedience, and growth in belief
Reflection on personal struggles with obedience such as cheating or gossiping
The importance of taking one step towards obedience each week for spiritual growth
Prayer prompting divine help to follow Jesus more closely
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:31 John 2:1-11
01:38 The Context
03:25 Heart & Shift
04:32 The Challenge
04:51 Prayer
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🌍 About This Podcast:
"HeartShift" is a project led by three pastors from Lusaka, Zambia:
Laban Mwelwa, Michael Mulubwa, and Markus Mueller.
They are supported by Baptist Community Church, Liebenzell Mission International Zambia, and Zambia Baptist Association.
22 Jun 2026
The Different Ways Jesus Calls Us to Follow - Which One Fits You? - John 1:36-51
Discover the diverse ways people begin their journey with Jesus in this insightful episode of HeartShift. From straightforward acceptance to skeptical questions, learn how Jesus welcomes everyone and how you can take your next intentional step to follow Him.
Main Topics:
The varied approaches to following Jesus: straightforward, invited, skeptical
How Jesus meets people where they are
The importance of taking one intentional step towards faith
Encouragement to invite others to discover Jesus
Reflection on personal readiness to follow Jesus
In this Episode
The story of John 1:35-51 and the different ways people follow Jesus
Jesus’ invitation: “Come and see”
Examples of different followers: Andrew, Peter, Nathanael
The significance of making one intentional step to start following Jesus
How to identify your current position in your faith journey
The challenge to either follow, connect deeper, or invite others
Join the conversation:
Where are you today in your faith journey? Are you more like Andrew, Peter, or Nathanael? Share your story and inspiration with us!
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🌍 About This Podcast:
HeartShift is a project of
Baptist Community Church Lusaka (a church plant of Zambia Baptist Association - ZBA)
Michael Mulubwa, Pastor of Golf View Union Baptist Church (ZBA)
Laban Mwelwa, Africa Director of Africa Freedom Mission
Liebenzell Mission International Zambia
We recieved financial support through the german GEP Medienfonds.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:54 John 1:35-51
02:07 Diverse Paths to Following Jesus
03:24 The Shift
04:03 The Challenge
04:33 Prayer
4 Jun 2026
Rethinking Discipleship: Welcome to HeartShift!
Are you ready for the shift?
Welcome to the official HeartShift podcast! 💙
In this journey, we’re moving beyond just Sunday services. We are exploring what it means to live out authentic discipleship and active faith in the middle of our everyday lives. Whether you are seeking spiritual growth or looking for a community that challenges you to go deeper, you are in the right place.
Launch Date: June 22nd, 2026.
New Episodes: Every other Monday.
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