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Welcome to The Walk podcast. This is a place where we answer honest questions, talk about hard issues, and walk alongside one another as we explore how spirituality fits into real life. New conversations released monthly.
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Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Are we living in the end times? What does the book of Revelation say about the apocalypse? How can I better understand the book of Revelation?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Dr. Michael J. Gorman, a New Testament scholar with a specialization in the book of Revelation, who helps us to unpack these big questions. Together, they explore how we can navigate this profound text and apply its wisdom to our lives.
7:02 - How does Revelation apply to politics?
11:43 - Are we living in the end times?
12:53 - Who wrote Revelation and why?
15:55 - Who does Revelation say is the Antichrist?
17:42 - What does Revelation say about the rapture?
22:07 - Planning for the apocalypse? Symbolism is Revelation
27:05 - Tips for reading Revelation for the first time
32:00 - Politics and Religion? Revelation 12 & Revelation 13
35:36 - What does “the Lamb” mean in Revelation?
39:32 - Final vision in Revelation explained
43:46 - What will happen to the earth in the end times?
45:23 - How can I apply what I read in Revelation to my life?
Resources
- “Discovering Revelation” by David De Silva - https://bit.ly/3PEcld4
- “Apocalypse and Allegiance: Worship, Politics, and Devotion in the Book of Revelation” by J. Nelson Kraybill - https://bit.ly/4aseiRF
- “Revelation for Everyone” by N.T. Wright - https://bit.ly/3VTe3v5
- “Revelation for the Rest of Us” by Scot McKnight - https://bit.ly/3xkOh8p
- “Reversed Thunder” by Eugene H. Peterson - https://bit.ly/3PGdhxj
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Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Are you currently in a relationship or considering dating? How do you know if someone is right for you? And how can you be certain that they’re “the one”?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by a panel of married and engaged couples to provide wise guidance and delve into the dynamics of healthy relationships, love, friendship, and commitment.
1:37 - Panel Introduction
18:25 - Quentin & Daniella's Interview
24:59 - How does friendship impact your relationship?
27:19 - How do I know if they are "The One"?
28:48 - How do you know if someone is the right person? What should I look for in a dating partner?
41:07 - Is it okay to have hard conversations or differences of opinions?
43:22 - What are you learning throughout engagement?
Resources
- Ben Stuart Dating Sermon Series - https://bit.ly/3TWHpaV
- Courageous Conversations for Couple (CCFC) - https://bit.ly/CCforC
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
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New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
What is prayer and does it work? Is there a right way to pray? How do I know if God is speaking to me?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Mountain Pastor Erin Schwab to take a closer look at prayer and explore practical ways to deepen your prayer life today!
05:48 - What is Prayer?
11:07 - How real can I be with God?
12:01 - Does prayer really work?
28:22 - How should I pray? Is there a right way to pray?
31:23 - How can I use the Bible to deepen my prayer life?
38:10 - Praying through loss...
43:05 - How do I know if God is speaking to me?
46:18 - How do I stay consistent in my prayer life? What if it gets boring?
48:36 - How do I go deeper in prayer? What resources should I use?
Resources
- 🌿 Lent Reflections Experience - https://bit.ly/LentReflectionsMTN
- A.W. Tozer "Three Spiritual Classics in One Volume" - https://a.co/d/3155cxd
- "Every Moment Holy" - https://a.co/d/bGZJsBr
- "Discerning the Voice of God" by Priscilla Shirer - https://a.co/d/bKmswJQ
- "Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools" by Tyler Staton - https://a.co/d/4XTvjnj
- "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" by John Mark Comer - https://a.co/d/afvHIUx
- "Practicing the Way" - https://www.practicingtheway.org/
- "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality" by Peter Scazzero - https://a.co/d/83L6Ot2
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
Subscribe for more!
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New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧 Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
What is Lent? Where does it come from and is it Biblical? What value does Lent bring to the world today?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Lead Pastor Ben Cachiaras to take a deep dive into the season of Lent, and discover what value it can bring to your spiritual life this Easter season.
02:45 - How did you first hear about Lent?
04:13 - What is a "Theology of Time"? What is the Christian Calendar?
13:15 - Where does Lent come from?
15:08 - Is observing Lent required? Is it Biblical?
18:49 - How do you typically observe Lent? Ash Wednesday, Lent Practices, Fasting?
31:04 - What is the value of Lent for the church?
38:40 - Where should I start if I want to observe Lent?
Resources
- 🌿 Lent Reflections Experience - https://bit.ly/LentReflectionsMTN
- Fasting Ideas for All Ages - https://bit.ly/3UilGdB
- Prayers for Lent
- Celtic Liturgy for Lent - https://bit.ly/3w0RfOX
- Praying Through the Day - https://bit.ly/3Ui1ngk
- Scriptures for Lent
- Psalm 51 - https://bit.ly/3SjRZ9l
- Joel 2 - https://bit.ly/49hsDjm
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
Subscribe for more!
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NZzzto
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3O2atKo
New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧 Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
How do I know if I'm ready to date? What does the Bible say about dating? What is needed for a healthy dating relationship?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by a panel of married couples to discuss what a healthy dating relationship looks like - Then, he interviews Mountain Pastor Couple Jared Fox & Sarah Fox to unravel some key ways to know if you're ready to date.
1:18 - Couple Panel - What does a good dating relationship look like?
20:17 - What does the Bible say about dating?
27:16 - What's needed for a healthy dating relationship?
31:14 - Should you date someone who's a different religion?
33:32 - How to support friends who are dating?
38:52 - How do I know if I'm ready to date?
45:16 - How do you maintain sexual purity when dating?
Resources
- "Loveology" by John Mark Comer - https://a.co/d/ao4OyWA
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
Subscribe for more!
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NZzzto
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3O2atKo
New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧 Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
How do you overcome loneliness? What does it mean to be a good friend? What does it really look like to build lasting friendships? Especially in the church?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Mountain Lead Discipleship Pastor, Sarah Willey, who shares practical steps on how to break through common barriers and start building friendships that last.
3:28 - What challenges have you faced making friends?
7:08 - Why it's difficult to make friends today?
11:17 - Advice for Young Adults
13:06 - What should I look for in a friend?
18:05 - How to go deep with friends?
24:39 - How can I be a good friend?
30:46 - Gods Vision for Friendship
Resources
- "A Restless Age" by Austin Gohn - https://amzn.to/41TcUEv
- "Confessions" by Saint Augustine - https://amzn.to/3HbvD4U
- Ben Stuart Dating Sermon Series - https://bit.ly/3TWHpaV
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
As an Amazon Associate, Mountain earn’s from qualifying purchases of the above resources. Thank you for supporting this ministry!
Subscribe for more!
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NZzzto
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3O2atKo
New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
How do you practically make new friends? What does it look like to push through the social awkwardness and anxiety to have meaningful conversations that build lasting connections?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Mountain Worship Pastor and Social Skills Coach, Cole Jennette, to explore how creating strong connections comes through growing your curiosity!
02:56 - How did you connect with people as a young adult?
5:51 - Journey to becoming a "Social Influencer"
11:45 - Common mistakes made when connecting with people?
18:28 - Where to start when feeling anxious about conversations?
24:06 - How do you build real connections?
37:47 - Moving from acquaintance to friend - Connection to Community.
43:35 - Building community in the church?
Resources
- Follow Cole on Instagram @ColeJennette- www.instagram.com/colejennette/
- "Dominion" by Tom Holland - https://amzn.to/3NCmJ3R
- "Ask Powerful Questions" by Will Wise & Chad Littlefield - https://amzn.to/479MGhW
- Do you want to find some people to walk alongside of you as you explore your faith? Join a group and start following Jesus with others! 👉bit.ly/ConnectMTN
As an Amazon Associate, Mountain earn’s from qualifying purchases of the above resources. Thank you for supporting this ministry!
Subscribe for more!
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NZzzto
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3O2atKo
New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
What is the Church? What is a BIBLICAL Church? How does the Church still matter in today's world?
In this episode, Gil Shelsby is joined by Mountain's Executive Pastor, Luke Erickson, to talk about the Church - Learning from his experience growing up in the church, acknowledging messiness within the church, and understanding what the Bible really says about the Church!
02:26 - What do you think of when you hear the word CHURCH?
08:03 - Common misunderstandings of the Church?
20:23 - What is a Biblical Church?
28:55 - Local Church vs Global Church Terminology?
33:18 - What are characteristics of the Church?
38:17 - Why is the church so messed up?
40:40 - What about the church being corrupt?
52:33 - Can I follow Jesus without being in the church?
Resources
- Explore following Jesus with others! 👉 bit.ly/ConnectMTN
Subscribe for more!
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NZzzto
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3O2atKo
New to Mountain? Click here to connect 👉 https://bit.ly/WelcomeToMountain
Need prayer? We’d love to pray for you 👉 https://bit.ly/3f3V49C!
Information about Mountain 👉 https://bit.ly/MtnWebsite
To join in the mission at Mountain in reaching people all around the world, click here: https://mountaincc.org/giving
Mountain’s mission is to “make disciples – more and better disciples.” This is expressed by calling everyone to personally respond in faith to Jesus as Savior and Lord and continuing to follow him in community as we Love God, Love People, and Serve the World together!
📧Got Questions? Email us at podcast@mountaincc.org
Behind The Scenes
Take a look behind the scenes of The Walk Podcast, where the magic truly unfolds. Pictured to the left, host, Gil Shelsby, delves into thought-provoking conversations with frequent guest, Luke Erickson. While, producer Emily Grant orchestrates the session, skillfully guiding the flow of dialogue and ensuring the seamless fusion of faith, wisdom, and relatability that defines this captivating show.