Westside Church Northwest Podcast

Faith isn't wishful thinking.
Faith isn't pretending problems don't exist.
And faith isn't something reserved for a few "super Christians."

Faith is trusting that God is exactly who He says He is—and that He will do what He promised to do.

In this message, we explore what biblical faith actually looks like and why it matters in every area of our lives. From salvation to healing, provision to everyday decisions, faith is the foundation of the Christian walk.

The question isn't whether you have faith. The question is: What are you building your faith on?

In this message, you'll discover:
• What faith truly is according to Scripture
• How faith comes by hearing the Word of God
• Why unbelief can keep us from receiving what God wants to do
• How God's unchanging character gives us confidence to trust Him
• Why teaching and knowing God's promises strengthens our faith
• How every believer is called to share the hope they've found in Christ

Faith isn't blind optimism. It's confidence built on the faithfulness of God.

When Jesus encountered unbelief, He didn't condemn people—He taught them. Because faith grows when we hear and receive the truth of God's Word.

No matter what you're facing today, you can stand on this truth:

God never fails. He never breaks His promises. His Word is trustworthy, and His character is sure.

As you build your life on His promises, faith becomes the solid foundation that carries you through every season.
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What do you love most? Not what you say you love. Not what you intend to love. What actually gets your time, your attention, your affection, and your priorities?

In this fourth message of the Love Is the Way series, we take an honest look at Jesus' words and the challenge they present to every believer: Is God truly first in our lives?

It's easy to say we love God. The harder question is: Can our lives prove it? From our daily choices to our priorities, our obedience reveals what holds first place in our hearts.

This message explores:
• What it means to love God above everything else
• Why church attendance alone isn't proof of a relationship with God
• The danger of loving the gifts more than the Giver
• How eternal priorities should shape our daily decisions
• The connection between love and obedience

Jesus taught that anything—even good things like family, hobbies, careers, or possessions—can become misplaced if they occupy the place that belongs to God alone. He calls us to take up our cross, follow Him, and live with eternity in view.

This isn't a message about condemnation. It's an invitation to examine our hearts, draw closer to God, hear His voice more clearly, and walk out the specific assignments He's placed on our lives. God isn't looking for empty words—He's looking for people who love Him enough to obey Him.
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Forgiveness isn't a feeling. It's a choice. Jesus commanded us to love one another as He loved us. But what happens when we've been deeply hurt? What happens when the offense feels justified? What happens when the person who wronged us doesn't deserve forgiveness?

The truth is, forgiveness isn't based on what others deserve. It's based on what Christ has already done for us.

In this message, you'll discover:
- Why forgiveness is essential to walking in God's love
- How unforgiveness affects your heart and spiritual life
- Why forgiveness is a choice, not an emotion
- How forgiveness opens the door to healing, freedom, and God's inheritance
- The importance of forgiving others—and even forgiving yourself

If you've been carrying hurt, bitterness, regret, shame, or offense, this message will challenge and encourage you to release it into God's hands and allow His love to do a deeper work in your heart.
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The Holy Spirit is not a thing of the past. He is a person. And He is alive, active, moving, and available today.

On Pentecost Sunday, we celebrate the birth of the Church and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2—but this isn’t just history. This message is a bold reminder that the same Spirit poured out 2,000 years ago is still empowering believers right now.

Too many Christians are trying to live the Christian life by willpower alone. But Jesus never told His disciples to “try harder.” He told them to wait for the promise of the Spirit and receive power.

This message challenges the idea that signs, wonders, miracles, tongues, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit ended with the early church. Instead, it points directly to Scripture and calls believers back to a Spirit-filled life marked by power, victory, boldness, prayer, and intimacy with God.

In this message, you’ll hear about:
• Why believers still need the baptism of the Holy Spirit today
• The purpose and power of praying in tongues
• How the Holy Spirit helps us pray, understand Scripture, and walk in victory
• Why dead religion can never replace the life of the Spirit
• How the Spirit empowers every believer—not just ministers

This isn’t about emotionalism or hype. It’s about living the life Jesus actually called us to live. You were not called just to survive. You were called to walk in power, joy, victory, and bold faith.
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In this continuation of the “Love Is The Way” series, discover how walking in love is not just a suggestion—it’s the key that unlocks the blessings, healing, provision, and protection God promised His people. From the Old Covenant promises of healing and fruitfulness to the New Covenant reality in Christ, Pastor Cory shows how love is the foundation that makes faith work and brings the fullness of God’s blessings into our lives.

If you’ve been believing for healing, breakthrough, or restoration but feel stuck, this message will show you the missing piece.

“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another as I have loved you.” — John 13:34
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