Pulpitless

A Home Shaped By Grace

What kind of atmosphere are we creating in our homes?In this week’s podcast episode, Pastor Blake talks about the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15 and Paul’s words in Ephesians 4—and how grace is meant to shape the culture of our relationships.Not perfection.Not pretending.But grace.This episode is an encouragement to pursue homes marked by compassion, patience, forgiveness, and truth-filled grace.

Wisdom

Ezer: The Theology of Being A Helper

What does the Hebrew word Ezer actually mean?In this episode of Pulpitless, Pastor Greg takes a deeper look at one of the most misunderstood words in the Old Testament — the Hebrew word ezer from Genesis 2:18. Often translated “helper,” the word has frequently been reduced to something small or secondary. But Scripture paints an entirely different picture.Used twenty-one times throughout the Old Testament — nineteen of those referring to God Himself as the helper of His people — ezer carries the idea of strength, rescue, and strategic support. This episode explores how God’s design for the home reveals women not as lesser creations, but as indispensable, strength-bearing partners in His divine plan.Through passages like Genesis 2, Psalm 121, Psalm 46, and Psalm 70, Pastor Greg uncovers the rich theology behind this powerful word and challenges both men and women to see God’s design with fresh biblical clarity.

The Nature of Faith

The Secret of Contentment

In this episode, Pastor Greg takes a deeper dive into Philippians 4:10–20, moving beyond the well-known promise of God’s provision to uncover something often overlooked: Paul’s statement, “I have learned the secret of contentment.”What does that word secret really mean?Drawing from the original Greek word mueō, this episode explores how Paul intentionally uses language tied to ancient “mystery” initiations—revealing that true contentment isn’t something we achieve or acquire, but something we are initiated into through a life of trusting Jesus in every circumstance.You’ll also discover practical insights about money, anxiety, and faith—including why contentment doesn’t mean the absence of desire, how it unlocks joyful generosity, and why it’s a process God faithfully develops in us.If you’ve ever struggled to feel “okay” with where you are, this episode offers a deeper, gospel-centered perspective on what it really means to live with peace.Contentment isn’t found—it’s learned. And Jesus is the one who leads you into it.

Faith & Faithlessness

The Soldier's Backpack

In this episode, Pastor Greg unpacks a powerful and often misunderstood passage from Galatians 6. At first glance, the text seems to contradict itself: “Bear one another’s burdens” (v.2) and “each will have to bear his own load” (v.5). So which is it?By exploring the original Greek words baros and phortion, we discover a clear and compelling distinction between two very different kinds of weight in the Christian life. Some burdens are too heavy to carry alone—and we are called to step in and help. Others are personal responsibilities that no one else can carry for us.This episode challenges two common extremes in modern Christianity: radical independence that refuses help, and unhealthy dependence that avoids responsibility. Instead, Scripture calls us to a balanced, gospel-shaped life—one where we faithfully shoulder our own “backpack” while also rushing in to help others carry life’s “boulders.”Through practical examples and a vivid picture of soldiers on a march, Pastor Greg shows what a healthy church community truly looks like: people who grow in personal responsibility and sacrificial care for one another.You’ll be encouraged to ask two key questions:• Am I trying to carry a burden alone that I need to share?• Am I neglecting a responsibility God has called me to carry?Ultimately, this episode points us back to Jesus—the One who carried the ultimate burden of our sin—so that we can now walk in strength, both individually and together.

Hilarious Giving

In this episode, Pastor Greg takes a deeper dive into a single, powerful word from 2 Corinthians 9:7 that has the potential to completely transform how we think about giving. The Greek word hilaros—translated as “cheerful”—goes far beyond polite generosity. It paints a picture of joy so full, so radiant, that it overflows into laughter.What if God isn’t just looking for willing givers… but joyful, overflowing, hilarious ones?Together, we explore:The true meaning behind “cheerful giving” in ScriptureWhy giving is more than obligation—it’s participation in God’s eternal workHow the gospel reshapes not just what we give, but the heart behind itThe connection between God’s grace and our generosityWhat it means that God delights in those who give with joyIf your giving has ever felt routine, pressured, or joyless, this episode invites you to step back, refocus on the cross, and rediscover the deep joy that flows from a heart transformed by Christ.

And Peter

Tychicus

What if some of the most powerful words ever written… were almost never delivered?This week on Pulpitless, Pastor Greg uncovers the story of a man you’ve probably overlooked—Tychicus. He didn’t write Scripture. He didn’t lead crowds. But without him, some of the Apostle Paul’s greatest letters may have never reached the church.Discover the hidden hero who carried the Gospel across dangerous roads, encouraged weary hearts, and faithfully served behind the scenes. His story might just change how you see your own role in God’s Kingdom.If you’ve ever wondered whether the small, unseen things you do really matter—this episode is for you.