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Zoe Church LA
Hosted by Chad Veach · EN
Welcome to the audio podcast of Zoe Church Los Angeles lead by Pastors Chad and Julia Veach. We hope that these podcasts give you hope, faith and encouragement throughout your week. To learn more about Zoe Church visit www.zoechurch.org.
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STEWARDSHIP, A SAMARITAN, & SELF RIGHTeOUSNESS | Chad Veach
1w ago00:34:46Tap to summarizeCondensed Message Summary (2–3 Paragraphs) In this message, Chad Veach emphasizes that Jesus' invitation to humanity is beautifully simple: come. God is not waiting for people to have everything figured out before approaching Him. Instead, He welcomes the broken, the weary, and the searching into a relationship with Him. Pastor Chad explains that many people spend their lives pursuing success, comfort, and approval, only to discover that true fulfillment is found in God's presence and the abundant life Jesus offers. Pastor Chad challenges listeners to move beyond simply attending church or practicing religion and to embrace a life fully surrendered to Jesus. Fear, shame, comparison, and selfish ambition often prevent us from experiencing everything God has prepared for us. Through Christ, however, we have been given access to the Father, a new identity, and a purpose greater than ourselves. The invitation of the gospel is not merely about eternal life someday—it's about experiencing transformation and purpose today. Ultimately, this message is a reminder that God's grace is available to everyone. No matter where you've been or what you've done, Jesus is still calling your name. The door is open, the invitation remains, and the abundant life you've been searching for begins when you simply respond to His call: come.
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Todays Message
2w ago00:38:41Tap to summarizeIn this message, Jill Veracruz teaches that Jesus' invitation has always been simple: come. God isn't asking us to clean ourselves up before approaching Him—He's inviting us into relationship just as we are. Pastor Chad explains that so many people spend their lives pursuing success, pleasure, and approval, only to discover that nothing satisfies the soul like the presence of God. The gospel is not about religion or performance; it's about responding to God's open invitation and discovering the abundant life Jesus promised. Pastor Chad challenges believers to stop settling for a shallow faith and embrace the access that Jesus purchased for us. Fear, shame, comparison, and self-centered living often keep us from experiencing all that God has for us. But through Christ, we have been given direct access to the Father and a purpose that is far greater than ourselves. Salvation is not simply about getting to heaven one day—it's about experiencing transformation and abundant life right now. Ultimately, this message is a reminder that God's invitation is still available. No matter your past, your failures, or your current season, Jesus is calling you by name and inviting you to come closer. The door is open, grace is available, and the life you've been searching for is found not in what the world offers, but in a relationship with Him.
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Stop Making Excuses | Chad Veach
3w ago00:37:29Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach unpacks Jesus' invitation to simply "come." Drawing from Scripture, Pastor Chad explains that God is not looking for perfection before relationship—He's extending an open invitation to every person, regardless of their past, failures, or current circumstances. Too many people spend their lives chasing success, approval, and temporary fulfillment, only to discover that nothing satisfies the soul like a relationship with Jesus. Pastor Chad challenges listeners to move beyond merely believing in God and step into the abundant life Jesus promised. Fear, shame, comparison, and self-centered living often keep us from experiencing everything God has for us. But through Jesus, we have direct access to the Father, a new identity, and a purpose bigger than ourselves. The invitation of the gospel is not just salvation someday—it's transformation today. Ultimately, this message is a reminder that God is calling each of us by name. No matter where you've been or what you've done, the invitation still stands: come. Come find freedom. Come discover purpose. Come experience the life that only Jesus can offer. The door is open, and the next step is yours to take.
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I Needed To Hear This Today | Chad Veach
4w ago00:38:23Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach reminds us that God’s work in our lives often begins with a step of faith, not a feeling of certainty. Too many believers remain stuck waiting for clarity, while God is waiting for movement. Faith is not passive—it requires action. When we trust God enough to move forward, even without all the answers, we position ourselves to see Him show up in powerful ways. Pastor Chad challenges the idea that we are “waiting on God,” suggesting that in many cases, God is actually waiting on us. Fear, doubt, and overthinking can keep us from stepping into what God has already called us to do. But growth doesn’t happen in comfort—it happens when we take bold steps of obedience and trust God with the outcome. Ultimately, this message is a call to act now. Breakthrough, clarity, and momentum are found on the other side of obedience. What may feel like a small step today could unlock something significant tomorrow. Stop delaying, stop overthinking, and start moving—because your next step of faith could change everything.
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Why Your Weakness Doesn't Disqualify You | Julia Veach
May 2400:35:22Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach teaches that Jesus is often not what we expect—but better than we imagined. Walking through Luke 9 and 10, the message reveals a Savior who consistently chooses unlikely people, works through insufficiency, and invites ordinary individuals into extraordinary purpose. Jesus doesn’t wait for perfection before using people. Instead, He asks, “What do you have?” and multiplies surrendered lives for His kingdom. Pastor Chad emphasizes that following Jesus is not about comfort, self-promotion, or maintaining control—it’s about surrender. While culture teaches us to protect ourselves and build our own kingdom, Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, pick up our cross daily, and trust Him with the unexpected path. The life God has planned may not look like what we imagined, but it is always greater, deeper, and more purposeful than anything we could create on our own. Ultimately, the message reminds us that Jesus values intimacy over productivity. Through the story of Mary and Martha, we see that while serving matters, connection with Jesus matters more. The closer we get to Him, the more we realize He exceeds every expectation. He is more compassionate, more faithful, and more powerful than we thought—and His plans for us are better than we expected.
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WHO IS THIS | Chad Veach
May 1700:36:14Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach teaches that God often does His greatest work in the middle of uncertainty. Faith is not about having every answer before you move—it’s about trusting God enough to take the next step anyway. Too many people stay stuck waiting for clarity, comfort, or certainty, while God is calling them to walk by faith and not by sight. The miracle often happens after the movement. Pastor Chad challenges believers to stop allowing fear, insecurity, and overthinking to keep them stagnant. Delayed obedience can keep us from experiencing the breakthrough God already prepared for us. God is not asking for perfection—He’s asking for trust. Growth happens when we leave what’s familiar and choose faith over comfort. Ultimately, this message is a call to stop hesitating and start moving. Your next step of obedience could unlock purpose, healing, restoration, or breakthrough. Faith isn’t passive—it moves. And when we trust God enough to act, we begin to see Him move in ways we never imagined.
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Rewritten, Rostored & Realigned | Chad Veach
May 1000:33:50Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach reminds us that faith is not meant to stay comfortable, it’s meant to move. Too many people stay stuck waiting for certainty while God is calling them to trust Him with their next step. Real faith requires action, obedience, and the willingness to move forward even when the outcome isn’t fully clear. Breakthrough often begins the moment we stop hesitating and start trusting God. Pastor Chad challenges believers to stop allowing fear, insecurity, and overthinking to delay what God has already spoken. What we call “waiting on God” can sometimes be resistance to obedience. God is not looking for perfection, He’s looking for surrender. Growth happens when we leave comfort behind and trust Him enough to move. Ultimately, this message is a wake-up call to stop delaying your purpose. When you obey God, clarity comes, faith grows, and new doors begin to open. Your next step of obedience could unlock the very breakthrough you’ve been praying for.
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He Shapes What He Sends | Chad Veach
May 300:38:28Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach reminds us that God’s work in our lives often begins with a step of faith, not a feeling of certainty. Too many believers remain stuck waiting for clarity, while God is waiting for movement. Faith is not passive—it requires action. When we trust God enough to move forward, even without all the answers, we position ourselves to see Him show up in powerful ways. Pastor Chad challenges the idea that we are “waiting on God,” suggesting that in many cases, God is actually waiting on us. Fear, doubt, and overthinking can keep us from stepping into what God has already called us to do. But growth doesn’t happen in comfort—it happens when we take bold steps of obedience and trust God with the outcome. Ultimately, this message is a call to act now. Breakthrough, clarity, and momentum are found on the other side of obedience. What may feel like a small step today could unlock something significant tomorrow. Stop delaying, stop overthinking, and start moving—because your next step of faith could change everything.
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God Moves First, You Decide What Comes Next | Chad Veach
Apr 2600:35:34Tap to summarizeIn this message, Chad Veach challenges believers to stop delaying obedience and start moving in faith. He emphasizes that many people feel stuck not because God isn’t speaking, but because they haven’t acted on what He has already said. Faith isn’t just belief—it’s action. When we trust God enough to take a step, even without full clarity, we position ourselves for breakthrough. Pastor Chad highlights how fear, hesitation, and overthinking often disguise themselves as “waiting on God.” In reality, delayed obedience can hold us back from what God is trying to do. Growth doesn’t happen in comfort—it happens when we step out, trust God, and move forward despite uncertainty. Ultimately, the message is a call to urgency and boldness. When we obey God, doors begin to open, clarity increases, and our faith grows stronger. What feels like a small step of obedience today could unlock something significant tomorrow. Stop waiting—move now.
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He Absolutely Loves Me | PS Mayo Sowell
Apr 1900:42:59Tap to summarizeIn this message, Ps Mayo Sowell delivers a powerful reminder that breakthrough often begins with obedience. He emphasizes that many believers are waiting on God to move, while God is actually waiting on them to take a step of faith. Faith is not just belief it’s action. When we trust God enough to obey, even when it’s uncomfortable or unclear, we position ourselves to see Him move in our lives. Pastor Mayo challenges listeners to let go of fear, hesitation, and overthinking, and instead respond with boldness and trust. Delayed obedience can become disobedience, and missed opportunities often come from waiting for perfect conditions instead of trusting God in the moment. Growth happens when we step out, not when we stay safe. Ultimately, the message is a call to live with urgency and confidence in God’s voice. When we act on what God has already said, doors begin to open, clarity increases, and our faith deepens. Obedience isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it—because on the other side of obedience is breakthrough.
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