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Say "Hello Pastor Mike!" As a Pastor (since 1986) and Police Chaplain (since 1995), I am often invited to join people on their life journey. I´m the lead pastor of Palm Harvest Church in Costa Mesa, CA. If you are interested in growing spiritually, in your relationship with God as well as with those in your world, I encourage you to dive into some of my video conversations. Download my App: https://www.palmharvest.com
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July 21, 2026
<p>In this episode, Pastor Mike Decker dives into Mark 7 to address the "Church Wars" that often arise from our own traditions and personal preferences. Using relatable, lighthearted examples—from how we squeeze toothpaste to how we load the dishwasher—Pastor Mike illustrates how small differences can lead to significant judgment if we aren't careful.</p><p>Jesus was often critical of the religious leaders of his day, and his message to them still speaks to us today. We explore three specific "polluting attitudes" that can hinder our faith and our relationships with others:</p><ol><li><strong>Tradition Idolatry:</strong> When our rituals become more important than the people they are meant to serve.</li><li><strong>Comparison Spirituality:</strong> Focusing on the "speck" in someone else's eye while ignoring the "log" in our own.</li><li><strong>Food Vilification:</strong> Understanding that it’s not what goes into a person that defiles them, but what comes out of the heart.</li></ol><p>Join us for a message on extending grace, prioritizing people over rules, and a guided "Grace Prayer" to help align your heart with the heart of Christ.</p><p><strong>Connect with Hello Pastor Mike:</strong> Subscribe for more weekly teachings and insights on living a life of grace and faith.</p>
July 13, 2026
<p><strong>Finding Courage in Life’s Storms | HelloPastorMike</strong></p><p>In this episode, Pastor Mike explores the profound message of Mark 6, focusing on Jesus walking on water and what it means for our own "storms" today. Whether you are facing a personal crisis or just feeling overwhelmed by the world around you, this message offers practical, biblical truths to help you shift from a place of fear and superstition to a place of true spiritual courage.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li>Why even faithful followers face intense hardships.</li><li>The difference between superstition and true biblical maturity.</li><li>How Jesus meets us exactly where we are in our moments of greatest need.</li><li>The significance of Christ's authority over the circumstances of our lives.</li></ul><p>Join us for a journey through the scriptures that will challenge your perspective and embolden your faith.</p><p><strong>Connect with HelloPastorMike:</strong> If this message encouraged you, please follow the podcast and share it with someone who needs a word of hope today. You can also find more content and join our community on YouTube by searching for <strong>HelloPastorMike</strong>.</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong> </p><p>(00:00) Jesus is with you </p><p>(00:43) Are you superstitious? </p><p>(04:00) Scripture Reading: Mark 6:41-56 </p><p>(08:08) Truth 1: Courage is honed through hardship </p><p>(15:40) Truth 2: Maturity is stunted by superstition </p><p>(24:05) Truth 3: Courage is emboldened with understanding (29:48) A Prayer of Trust and Following</p><p><br></p>
July 7, 2026
<p>Have you ever experienced a spiritual dry spell right after a major victory? In this message, Pastor Mike Decker explores the concept of "faith fatigue" through the lens of Mark 6. Using the story of the feeding of the 5,000, we learn why our faith can falter even after seeing God move and how we can find our way back to spiritual strength through community and intentional rest.Chapters:00:00 - The Power of Community in Faith 03:00 - What is Faith Fatigue? 04:01 - Mark 6: Jesus Sends the Twelve 07:05 - The Challenge: Feeding the 10,000 09:16 - Truth 1: Faith Fatigue is a Kingdom Enemy 10:56 - Truth 2: Why Attacks Follow Victories 14:53 - Truth 3: The Power of Intentional Escapes 18:04 - Truth 4: The Trap of Self-Sufficiency 20:33 - Truth 5: Minimizing Fatigue in Community 21:51 - Celebrating the Palm Harvest BBQ 26:12 - Counterbalancing Fatigue with Prayer 27:15 - A Guided Faith Fatigue Prayer 32:47 - Final Blessing and EncouragementLet me know if you’d like me to adjust any of these titles or add more detail to the summary, HelloPastorMike!Subscribe to my channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZY4btkddllimoqsKuHGg?sub_confirmation=1</p>
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Say "Hello Pastor Mike!" As a Pastor (since 1986) and Police Chaplain (since 1995), I am often invited to join people on their life journey. I´m the lead pastor of Palm Harvest Church in Costa Mesa, CA.
If you are interested in growing spiritually, in your relationship with God as well as with those in your world, I encourage you to dive into some of my video conversations.
Download my App: https://www.palmharvest.com
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