Discover Eastside Podcast

Jesus didn't come just to set us free; He came so we could remain free.
In this message from John 8, guest speaker Nate Ross explores Jesus' teaching on truth, freedom, and the lies that quietly pull us away from God's best. Whether it's isolation, a false identity, or living for our own glory, every lie has the power to keep us in spiritual bondage.
Discover how knowing the truth of Jesus leads to lasting freedom and why staying free means continually replacing lies with God's truth.
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What is God trying to say to you right now?
In this message from James 3, guest speaker George Ross uses the illustration of a tuning fork to explore how God continually speaks to our hearts and invites us to respond. The question isn't whether God is at work; it's whether we're paying attention.Discover how God calls us to live with purpose, build bridges to people around us, and faithfully respond to what He is stirring in our hearts.
You don't have to be perfect to point others to Jesus. You simply have to be willing to listen and take the next step.
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Everyone wants to be happy, but where does lasting happiness actually come from?
In this message from Psalm 1, guest speaker Eric Freedman explores the two paths every person can choose. One leads to stability, purpose, and lasting joy, while the other promises fulfillment but ultimately leaves us empty.
Through the image of a tree planted by streams of water, we're reminded that our daily choices shape the direction of our lives. As we put down deep roots in God's Word, we discover the kind of happiness that isn't dependent on circumstances, but on walking with Him.
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God uses the community around you to grow your faith.
As Paul returned to Ephesus, he didn't just preach the gospel—he invested deeply in people. Through disciples eager to obey God's Word, faithful leaders who shepherded the church, and believers growing together in community, we see God's design for how our faith is strengthened.
In this message from Acts 19, Pastor Dave Hastings explores how God's uses the community around you to grow your faith. Discover why every believer needs people who encourage their faith, leaders who guide them well, and younger believers they can invest in as they follow Jesus together.
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Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey.
When Paul arrived in Corinth, God provided exactly what he needed, a church family. Through Aquila and Priscilla, Paul found friendship, encouragement, meaningful work, and ministry partners who helped him continue sharing the gospel.In this message from Acts 18, Pastor Dave explores why God designed the church to be a place of belonging, purpose, and perseverance. Even when relationships become difficult, God uses His people to strengthen our faith and help us become more like Jesus.
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How do you share your faith in a culture that doesn't believe what you believe?
When Paul arrived in Athens, he found a city full of people searching for meaning in all the wrong places. Instead of responding with anger or fear, he engaged them with compassion, wisdom, and the truth of the gospel.
In this message from Acts 17, Pastor Silas explores how followers of Jesus can faithfully reach today's culture without compromising biblical truth. Like Paul, we're called to understand the people around us, build meaningful relationships, and point them to the hope found only in Christ.
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How do you know if what you’re hearing is actually true?
When Paul arrived in Berea, the people eagerly received his message, but they didn’t stop there. They searched the Scriptures every day to see if what he taught was true.
In this message from Acts 17, Pastor Silas explores why God’s Word must be the foundation of every believer’s life. As we consistently study Scripture, we’re equipped to recognize truth, resist temptation, grow in our faith, and confidently share the hope we have in Christ.
Discover what it means to become a Berean and why God’s Word still transforms lives today.
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How can followers of Jesus make a lasting impact in today’s culture?
In this message from Acts 17, Pastor Dave takes us to Thessalonica, where Paul and his companions faithfully shared the gospel despite intense opposition. Their example reminds us that our greatest calling isn’t simply to win arguments or change culture; it’s to lead people to Jesus while standing firmly on God’s truth.
Discover how Christians can live with both grace and conviction, remaining faithful to Christ while making a meaningful difference in the world around them.
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Have you ever made plans, only to have everything suddenly change?
In Acts 16, Paul intended to travel one direction, but God closed the door and led him somewhere completely unexpected: Philippi. What seemed like a detour became one of the most significant moments of Paul’s ministry, leading to transformed lives, a new church, and a lasting legacy.
In this first message of our Vacation Destinations series, Pastor Dave explores how God often redirects our plans for a greater purpose. Sometimes the places we never intended to go become the places where God uses us the most.
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Joseph is one of the most overlooked people in the Bible, yet God entrusted him with one of the most important responsibilities in history: raising Jesus.
In this Father’s Day message, we take a closer look at Joseph’s life and discover what his example teaches about faith, leadership, character, and spiritual influence. Though Scripture records very few words from Joseph, his actions reveal what it means to faithfully follow God and lead others toward Him.
Whether you’re a father, husband, leader, or simply seeking to leave a meaningful legacy, Joseph’s life reminds us that true greatness is found in quiet obedience and lasting faithfulness.
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