Life Church Roanoke Podcast
Life Church Roanoke
Welcome to the Life Church Podcast! We exist to love God, love people, and live life together. Because Jesus is our Priority, Community is our Foundation, Invitation is our Instinct, and Transformation is our Heart. Life Church has been active in the Roanoke, Virginia community since 1948 and we are affiliated with the Assemblies of God. We are committed to reaching thousands of families in the Roanoke Valley by connecting, growing, serving, going, and worshiping together! Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroafacebook.com/lifechurchroalifechurchroa.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Highlighted: A Conversation About Discernment - What is God Telling Me To Do, And Am I Listening??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about Pastor Appreciation Sunday, All Church Team Night, Fall Festival, and the upcoming Worship & Revival Night and how all of these things help show us discernment and the importance of discernment in our lives. From practical tools, to spiritual practices, having discernment helps us hear and navigate the voice of God in everyday situations, helping us become more like Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Dealing With Our Sin - If It's Not Hurting Anyone, Then Is It Okay??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua kick off our brand new series with a compelling conversation about the war that sin wages within us. They focus in on the main idea from Sunday’s sermon: that sin doesn't just change what you do; it fractures who you are. In this episode they break down practical ways that we can face our sin, and deal with it before it damages us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Breaking Up With Yourself: Week 1 - The Fractured Soul | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In the first message of our new series, Breaking Up With Yourself, Pastor Joshua explores how sin doesn’t just change what we do, it can fracture who we are. What begins within us can eventually affect the way we live around us.But what sin has fractured, Jesus can make whole. We can’t simply will ourselves into wholeness, but through Jesus, we can find forgiveness, freedom, and restoration."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Encouragement - How Can I Encourage Others Even When I Need Encouragement??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua walk through the last pillar of the Missions Collective and breakdown practical ways we can be an encouragement not just to our missionaries but to one another. They also highlight what God is doing right here in Roanoke through Chi Alpha and share the impact of encouragement from House of Prayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Missions Collective 2026: Hold the Rope - Week 4 | Hold The Rope With Encouragement | Pastor Joshua Crouse
As we wrapped up Missions Collective, Pastor Joshua shared about our fourth pillar: Encouragement. Looking at Philippians 2:19–30, we were reminded that encouragement shows up, shares the load, and strengthens the mission. We may not all be called to go, but we can all play a part in holding the rope and helping others keep carrying what God has called them to carry."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Understanding - How Do I Live My Life On Mission For God??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua walk through our third pillar of the Missions Collective: Understanding. They share how when we carry understanding, not only does it help us support our missionaries better, but it also allows us to live our life on mission. Carrying this level of understanding leads us to compassion and discipleship, making us more like Christ in the process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Missions Collective 2026: Hold The Rope: Week 3 - Hold The Rope With Understanding | Missions Panel
In week 3 of our Hold the Rope series, we explored the third pillar of our Missions Collective: Understanding. Pastor Joshua led a missions panel featuring Thaddaeus Jordan, Pastor Baba, and Pastor Sarah as they shared different perspectives on what it means to live on mission. From global missions in Africa to raising up the next generation and recognizing mission opportunities right here in our own backyard, we were reminded that missions starts with understanding. And that understanding helps us see where God is calling us to serve. "I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Generosity - Has God Really Called Us To Generosity??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua continue our conversation around the Missions Collective and our Missions series, Hold The Rope. Throughout this conversation, they highlight baptisms, giving, generosity, and our faith promise commitments. Discover how God is calling you to not just be a faithful giver, but a generous servant, with all of your life. CLICK HERE! To register for baptisms!CLICK HERE! For an online Faith Promise Card! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Missions Collective 2026 | Hold the Rope: Week 2 | Holding the Rope Through Giving | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In Week 2 of our Hold the Rope series, Pastor Joshua continued taking us through the pillars of the Missions Collective by focusing on the second pillar: Giving. Through 2 Corinthians 8, we’re reminded that generosity starts with surrender. God isn’t just interested in what we have in our hands, but He cares about what’s happening in our hearts. Giving invites us to move beyond convenience, trust God with what He’s placed in our hands, and become active partners in His mission. Because giving isn’t simply about funding the mission, it’s about joining the mission. Tune in as we discover the grace behind generosity and what it looks like to move from eagerness to obedience when God calls us to give."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Praying For Missionaries - Does Praying For Them Really Help???
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua Kick off Missions Month by uncovering how we can “Hold the Rope” through prayer. They share how and why prayer is the catalyst for supporting and sending out missionaries, not just those around the world, but those right here in our community as well. Help discover how you are a part of the Missions Collective, holding the rope for people to hear the Gospel in Roanoke and around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Missions Collective 2026: Hold the Rope - Week 1 | Hold the Rope in Prayer | Pastor Joshua Crouse
What does it look like to hold the rope for someone through prayer? As we start Missions Collective 2026, we started our brand new Hold the Rope series. And this week we’re focusing on prayer as a vital part of how we support and stand with those God has called to go. Through Acts 12, we’re reminded that prayer reaches places we cannot, holds people up when they need it most, and keeps us connected to what God is doing, even when we can’t see the full picture. You may not be where someone else is, but through prayer, you can stand with them right where you are."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Blessing - How Do We Actually Bless People??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and pastor Joshua continue their conversation on blessing others, yes, even that one person. They break down Sundays sermon in a way that seeks out practical application, in order to live a life of blessing that models the way Jesus lived His life. In this episode you’ll find biblical truth that inspires you to not only speak blessing over people’s lives, but to live it out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Built To Bless: Week 2 - Bless You | Pastor Joshua Crouse
As we wrap up our series Built to Bless, Pastor Joshua reminds us that blessing is more than simply receiving good things from God, it’s about experiencing His goodness, care, favor, and peace in every season. We’re called not only to speak God’s good over others, but to actively seek their good and carry His blessing beyond our own circles. Discover what it looks like to live as people who have been blessed by God and are built to bless others."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About How We Treat Others - Are We Blessing or Cursing???
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.Welcome back to Highlighted! In this episode, Paul and Pastor Joshua breakdown Sunday’s message and our brand new series Built to Bless. Uncovering biblical truths found in the story of Jacob and Esau and from the book of James, they share practical ways in which we can bless people rather than curse them, and how its more than just the words that we speak, but also the way in which we live our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Built to Bless: Week 1 - Bless or Curse | No Neutral Ground | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In our new series, Pastor Joshua opens up the biblical power of blessing and the impact our words and actions can have on the people around us. Through the story of Jacob and Esau, we’re reminded that what we carry into someone else’s life matters. And that our words have the ability to bring life, hope, and encouragement or cause hurt and destruction. God has called us to be people who bless others intentionally, choosing to use what we carry to help others flourish. As we begin this new series, discover what it looks like to live with purpose in the way we speak, respond, and influence the people around us."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 16 - Open My Eyes | Obscure Perspective | Joshua Crouse
Fear can feel final when we only see what’s right in front of us. In the final message of our Biblically Obscure series, Pastor Joshua walks through 2 Kings 6 and reminds us that God is always at work beyond what we can see. When our perspective shifts from what surrounds us to who God is, we can find peace, hope, and confidence in His presence."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 15 - Rattle | Obscure Hope | Pastor Joshua Crouse
What do you do when something in your life feels completely dead? In week 15 of Biblically Obscure, Pastor Joshua walks through Ezekiel 37 and the Valley of Dry Bones and reminds us that what looks dead to us is never beyond the breath of God. We’ll learn to recognize the valley, receive God’s Word, respond to the rattle, and rely on His breath. He reminds us that the rattle isn’t the miracle, it’s the announcement that one is coming. When hope feels impossible, God is still speaking, still moving, and still bringing life."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 14 - Rescue Mission | Obscure Compassion | Pastor Joshua Crouse
Compassion isn't passive, it's willing to step into the mess for the sake of others. In this week's message, Pastor Joshua continues our Biblically Obscure series through the book of Jude, exploring what Scripture teaches about compassion. Learn how to stay anchored in Christ, lead with mercy, and courageously reach into the fire to help those who need hope, all while remaining rooted in Jesus yourself."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 13 - Fight For It | Obscure Conviction | Pastor Joshua Crouse
Pastor Joshua continues our Biblically Obscure series with a message from the book of Jude on Obscure Conviction. Discover why our faith is worth defending, how small compromises lead to spiritual drift, and why genuine faith always produces lasting fruit. Don't settle for appearances, fight for the real thing and stand firm in the gospel you've been entrusted with."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 12 - Obscure Power | More Than Fire | Pastor Joshua Crouse
What if the power you've been searching for isn't something you achieve, but Someone you receive? In this message, Pastor Joshua unpacks Acts 2 and the often-overlooked power of the Holy Spirit. Discover how God's promised power changes us, empowers us to live beyond our own strength, and gives us purpose as we follow Jesus."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 11 - When Pigs Fly | Obscure Freedom | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In this message, Pastor Joshua unpacks Mark 5:1–20 to show how Jesus doesn't avoid broken people, He moves toward them. Through this powerful story, discover how Jesus reaches us, releases us from what controls us, restores our identity, and gives us a new purpose. No matter what you're carrying, freedom is closer than you think."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 10 - Obscure Healing | Look Up | Pastor Joshua Crouse
This week in our Biblically Obscure series, Pastor Joshua walks through Numbers 21 and reveals how it points directly to Jesus. When life is filled with frustration, fear, or pain, it's easy to focus on our circumstances or rely on our own strength. But God invites us to shift our perspective. Instead of looking around at our problems or within ourselves for the answer, we're called to look up to the One who alone can save, heal, and restore. This message is a powerful reminder that hope is found when we fix our eyes on Jesus."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure - Week 9: Wake-Up Call | Sleeping Through It | Pastor Joshua Crouse
This week, Pastor Joshua continued our Biblically Obscure series with the story of Eutychus from Acts 20. Through this often-overlooked passage, we were reminded to stay spiritually awake, recognize the subtle drift before the fall, and respond to God's loving call back to Him."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Father's Day 2026 - Fathering Through The Fatigue | Pastor Sarah Morris
This Father’s Day, Pastor Sarah shared a powerful message titled Fathering Through the Fatigue. Looking at the life of Jacob, she reminded us that fatigue often tempts us to carry what only God can sustain and repeat what only God can break. Discover how God's presence brings fresh perspective, renewed strength, and the power to move forward in faith, even in life's most exhausting seasons."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure - Week 7 - Southpaw | Obscure Freedom | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In this message, Pastor Joshua explores the story of Ehud in Judges 3 and what it teaches us about true freedom. Freedom begins when we stop tolerating what is keeping us bound. Through this often overlooked passage, discover why freedom requires confrontation, why it can feel uncomfortable before it feels freeing, and how freedom changes the way we walk every day."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Graduation Sunday 2026 | Pastor Baba Penn-Timity
On Graduation Sunday, Pastor Baba shared a powerful message about navigating hard times with faith. Looking at the story of Job and the promises found in Romans, James, and other passages of Scripture, he reminded us that pain is a reality everyone experiences but God can use it to build strength, character, and perseverance in our lives. No matter what season you're facing, this message will encourage you to remain thankful, honest, trusting, steadfast, and connected to community as you worship God through any season. Discover how God can work even the hardest circumstances together for good and how your greatest struggles can become opportunities for spiritual growth."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Being Faithful - How Can I Be Faithful To God When It Seems Impossible??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about what it means to be faithful, and how sometimes faithfulness can bring us to a place where the odds are stacked against us. Drawing from Sundays sermon and the story of Jonnathan and his armor bearer, they uncover what it means to not only be faithful, but loyal as well, helping those around us and being helped along the way. CLICK HERE to sign up for our next water baptism!CLICK HERE to register your child for Kids Fest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 6 - Perhaps | Obscure Faith | Pastor Joshua Crouse
What happens when ordinary people choose radical faith? Pastor Joshua Crouse continued our “Biblically Obscure” series with a message from 1 Samuel 14 centered on obscure faith. Through the story of Jonathan and his armor bearer, we’re reminded that faith still listens, willingness is enough, and sometimes God is just waiting on someone willing to move. Perhaps your faith could change more than you realize."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 5 - Obscure Wisdom | Before it Escalates | Pastor Joshua Crouse
This week, Pastor Joshua takes us back to our Biblically Obscure series. Through the story of Abigail in 1 Samuel 25, we see how godly wisdom steps into tense moments before they become destructive. This message explores how wisdom recognizes where emotions are leading, responds with humility, brings peace into conflict, and calls people higher instead of fueling escalation. One wise response can completely change the outcome of a situation. Listen in and discover how God can use wisdom to bring peace, direction, and restoration in the middle of life’s most difficult moments."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mother's Day 2026 | Running in Place: Mothering Through the Monotony | Pastor Joshua Crouse
This Mother's Day, Pastor Joshua shared a powerful message. Through the story of Leah, we’re reminded that God sees every unseen season, every silent struggle, and every moment that feels repetitive. This message speaks to anyone who’s been striving for approval, feeling overlooked, or wondering if their faithfulness still matters. Listen in and discover how praise can break the cycle of striving and how God often does His deepest work in the middle of the monotony."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Boldness - How Is God Using Us To Prepare Generations To Come??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about Sundays message of obscure boldness and talk about how the Daughters of Zelophehad demonstrate this boldness in a practical way. And how that boldness affected generations to follow. Now we are tasked with the same thing: To Speak Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 4 - Speak Up: Obscure Boldness | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In Week 4 of Biblically Obscure, Pastor Joshua unpacks a powerful story from Numbers 27 that reminds us what bold faith really looks like. When something matters, faith doesn’t stay quiet, it steps forward, speaks up, and trusts God with the outcome.This message will challenge you to stop settling, stand with confidence, and bring what’s on your heart directly to God. Believing that He sees, He cares, and He responds."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Trust - How Do We Trust God With The Little Things Too??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua break down Sunday’s sermon and talk about obscure trust. Discussing how it is easy for us to try to handle things on our own, especially the small things. However, God is asking us to trust Him with all of our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 3 - That Sinking Feeling | Obscure Trust | Pastor Joshua Crouse
Sometimes the things that feel small to everyone else can feel huge to us, and they matter to God too. This message reminds us that God often works in ordinary moments, unexpected losses, and situations that seem impossible to fix. Real breakthrough begins when we stop pretending, admit what’s missing, and invite God into the exact place where we feel stuck.If you’ve ever felt like something in your life was lost, too small to matter, or too far gone to recover, this message is a reminder that God is still able to lift what you cannot."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 2 - The Woman Who Nailed It | Pastor Joshua
In Week 2 of our Biblically Obscure series, Pastor Joshua dives into a powerful and unexpected moment in Judges 4 that challenges the way we think about courage.Through the story of Jael, we’re reminded that courage often shows up in moments we didn’t plan for, and usually don’t feel ready for. It begins when we recognize the opportunity God has placed right in front of us, even when it’s uncomfortable or unclear.This message walks through the tension we can’t avoid, the decision we all have to make, and the impact that can come from simple obedience. True courage isn’t loud or flashy. It stays when comfort wants to leave, chooses obedience over avoidance, and trusts God with the outcome.If you’ve ever wrestled with stepping out in faith or wondered if your small act of obedience really matters, this message is for you."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Grace - Why Should We Show Grace Even When Others Don’t Deserve It??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about our brand new series and dive into the story of David and Mephibosheth and uncover how we can also show undeserved grace to people around us. Discovering practical lessons from an obscure Bible story, we learn to extend the hand of grace in even the hardest of circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Biblically Obscure: Week 1 - What's a Mephibosheth? | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In week one of Biblically Obscure, Pastor Joshua Crouse dives into the story of Mephibosheth. A name you might not recognize, but a life that powerfully reveals what grace really looks like. This message unpacks how God’s grace seeks us out, meets us right where we are, restores what’s been broken, and invites us into a place we could never earn."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Why Community Matters - Why Can't I Just Do This Alone??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk all about our series “The Veil” and wrap up how we can move from separation to presence in a practical way by drawing near, holding fast, and stirring up. And how we are better off doing it TOGETHER! CLICK HERE! To check out Life Groups! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Easter At Life 2026 | The Veil: Week 6 - Step In | Pastor Joshua Crouse
This Easter, we wrapped up our series The Veil with a simple but powerful truth: because of Jesus, the way is OPEN! Hebrews 10 reminds us that we don’t have to keep our distance anymore, we can come close, stand firm, and live with purpose. This message is an invitation to step in fully, to draw near to God, stay anchored in what’s true, and show up for the people around us.The veil has been torn. Now it’s time to live like it!"I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Producing Fruit - Has My Faith Been Authentic or Performative??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about this past Sunday and uncover truths about Jesus’ triumphant entry and his week in Jerusalem leading to his death. They discus the importance of real, authentic, faith rather than performance and how we can truly begin to reveal these things in our life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Veil: Week 5 - Clearing The Way | Pastor Joshua Crouse
Pastor Joshua continued our series, The Veil, with a powerful message. Looking at Jesus’ triumphal entry and what followed, this message challenges us to let God reveal what we’ve grown comfortable with, confront what’s taken His place, expose what we’re holding onto, and ultimately clear the way for His presence in our lives. This is a call to honest surrender and realignment with Him."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Tearing Down The Veil In Our Life - How Have We Hidden Ourselves From God??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua talk about the veil we have put up in our own life, and how it has caused us to stay hidden from God. Drawing from this Sunday’s message, they talk about ways in which we often find ourselves trying to please God, rather than fully living in His presence, and how can we give all of our worries over to him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Veil: Week 4 - Settling for Separation | Pastor Joshua Crouse
Pastor Joshua continues our series The Veil with a powerful message calling us back to what matters most. Through Scripture, we see how God’s people slowly settled, substituted His presence for lesser things, and ultimately strayed. This message is a reminder that drift doesn’t happen all at once, but it always leads somewhere.If God isn’t first, something else will be. Let this message challenge you to refocus, realign, and pursue His presence again."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Veil: Week 3 - Cleaning House | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In week three of our series The Veil, Pastor Joshua shares a powerful message titled “Cleaning House.” Looking at the Day of Atonement in Leviticus 16, we see a picture of how God doesn’t just forgive sin, He removes it and makes a way for true cleansing.From the priest, to the place, to the people, every part of the process pointed to a deeper truth fulfilled in Jesus, our High Priest. We don’t come to God because we’ve already cleaned ourselves up, we come because He is the one who makes us clean. And when Jesus carries our sin away, we don’t have to keep carrying it.This message is a reminder that God cares about the house He lives in, and through Christ, He’s still in the business of making things new."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Why God’s Presence Matters - How Do I Sustain A Life Of Ministry??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua break down Sunday’s sermon about the tabernacle and walk us through how we can practically be refreshed, restored, and revived, to serve and do ministry in a way that is fulfilling and not draining. CLICK HERE to Sign up for Baptisms! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Veil: Week 2 - As Close As YOU Could Get | Pastor Joshua
In week two of our series “The Veil,” Pastor Joshua showed us how looking at the design of the Old Testament tabernacle, we see how the veil separated people from the fullness of God’s presence. It wasn’t a sign of rejection, but a boundary of mercy, showing both God’s holiness and humanity’s need for redemption.As we walk through the Outer Court, the Holy Place, and the Most Holy Place, we discover a powerful picture of the journey toward God and the barrier that once stood in the way.The good news is that through Jesus Christ, the veil has been torn and the way into God’s presence has been opened."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Presence - How Can I Experience The Presence Of God??
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua explore the idea of presence. Starting in the garden and moving to now, they uncover real, practical ways we can experience the presence of God, and talk about why it’s important in our everyday lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Veil: Week 1 - The Invisible Veil | Pastor Joshua Crouse
We kicked off our brand new series “The Veil” this Sunday, a journey from separation to presence.In this message, Pastor Joshua takes us back to the very beginning in Genesis 3 to uncover the first separation between humanity and the presence of God. What started as presence enjoyed in the Garden quickly became presence avoided, feared, replaced, and lost. But the story doesn’t end there. From the moment sin created distance, God began pursuing. What was lost in the Garden is restored through Jesus. Because of Him, the veil is no longer a barrier, it’s been torn, and we can draw near with confidence."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Highlighted: A Conversation About Self-Worth - Do I Matter?
Welcome to Highlighted, A Life Church Midweek Podcast! Here, we're on a journey to look for ways to make our sermons practical in our everyday lives And want to inspire you to live out your faith every day, not just on Sundays. In each episode, we HIGHLIGHT our sermons and ministries to see how God is working in our church and community.In this episode of Highlighted, Paul and Pastor Joshua take us to the core of our Kingdom Core Values and talk about why we matter to God. As we wrapped up our series on Sunday, we were challenged with carrying these values with us as disciples of Christ, because we matter, and so do other people. In a world where our value is placed in who we are, what our title is, or what we can offer, we often find ourselves discouraged and undervaluing ourselves. However, God says that we are His children, and when our value is rooted in what He says about us rather than what we might say about ourselves, our perspective begins to shift and the way we live our life changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kingdom Minded: Week 8 - Carry Kingdom Value | Live Like You Matter | Pastor Joshua Crouse
In the final week of our Kingdom Minded series, Pastor Joshua Crouse challenges us to live lives that truly carry Kingdom value.Looking at Nehemiah, we see how the people of God made a public commitment to Him and to one another. They didn’t just feel conviction, they acted on it. They bound themselves to God and His people, reordered every area of their lives around God’s Word and His presence, and took responsibility for the House of God.This message reminds us that Kingdom-minded living isn’t passive. It’s intentional. It’s visible. It’s costly. Carrying Kingdom value means aligning our priorities, relationships, resources, and responsibilities with what matters most to God."I said yes to Jesus!" - Click Here!Connect with us!instagram.com/lifechurchroaFacebook.com/lifechurchroa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.