eXchanging Eternal Truths

What does it truly mean to be a disciple of Jesus? In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Heather Lancaster welcomes Pastor Jason Wilson of Rejuvenate Church in Anderson, SC, back to the podcast to discuss his ministry resources, including Secrets of the Secret Place, Principles of Discipleship, and Foundational Beliefs. Together, they explore God’s design for discipleship, the importance of relatio...

What does it really mean to have a relationship with God instead of simply following religion? In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Heather and Greg Lancaster are joined by Pastors Michael and Shaye Stephens of Faith Life Church in Liberty, South Carolina, for a powerful conversation about grace, faith, and discovering the Father's heart. They also share details about Faith Life Church's upcoming Grace ...

What do you do when God asks you to make a change, even when what you're doing is working? In this special 150th episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Greg and Heather Lancaster reflect on God's faithfulness through 150 consecutive weekly episodes while sharing why the podcast is entering a new season. They discuss the importance of obedience, stewarding time well, and following God's direction with open hands.

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Have you ever caught yourself hearing God's Word without truly listening to what He's saying? In a world filled with constant distractions, it's easy to let Scripture, sermons, and even conversations with God become background noise. But Jesus repeatedly challenged His followers to do more than simply hear; He called them to listen with hearts that are ready to receive and respond.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Tru...

What if one of the most powerful tools for sharing the Gospel isn’t a sermon, a stage, or a social media post, but simply opening your life to someone else? 

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster sits down with Bill and Debi McCleary of Grace Sanctuary of Hospitality in Yuma, AZ, to explore the biblical foundation of hospitality and why it may be one of the most overlooked ministries ...

What if there's more available to believers than simply making it to heaven someday? Many Christians embrace salvation but never realize that Jesus paid for far more than forgiveness of sins. In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Heather Lancaster is joined by Dr. Carolyn Phillips of Eternal Truths Ministries in Anderson, SC. They explore the biblical concept of "the children's bread"—the healing, provision, deliveran...

What would it look like if an entire community came together, across churches, backgrounds, and experiences, not for a service, but for a night centered purely on worship, prayer, and unity?

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, host Heather Lancaster sits down with Charli Freiberger, organizer of a Night of Worship coming to Belton, South Carolina, on June 6. Charli shares how this gathering was born out of prayer, personal...

What does it mean to be the Church beyond denominational labels? In this encouraging episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, Heather Lancaster sits down with Pastor Randy Goff of The Belton Church to discuss building authentic community, reaching people with the love of Jesus, and creating churches where people feel welcomed, valued, and spiritually supported.

Pastor Randy shares the history of The Belton Church, which ...

Joy isn’t the same thing as happiness.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster and her friend, Julie Ard, talk about what it means to experience true joy — the kind that comes from the Lord and remains steady even in difficult seasons.

They discuss:

• Why joy is a choice
• How the enemy tries to steal our joy
• The difference between emotional happiness and spiritual joy
• Why God’s prese...

Mockers and scoffers aren’t just something we see in the world — they can also show up within the body of Christ.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster and her husband, Greg, continue their series on “signs of the times” as they discuss how believers are called to respond when criticism, division, and spiritual pride begin to rise among Christians.

They discuss:

• What Sc...

Intimacy with God is not a moment — it’s a journey of relationship, growth, and surrender.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster is joined by Pastor Larry Romero of Foundations of Faith Ministries as they explore what it truly means to know God beyond information and into a real, lived relationship.

They discuss:

• Why intimacy with God is a process, not an instant experience
• The diff...

Being placed in a church is not the same as being planted in God — one can be routine and external, the other is rooted, growing, and transformative.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster is joined by Pastor Denese Ramos of Build a Foundation Church in Farmersville, TX, as they explore the difference between simply attending church and being truly rooted in a living relationship with God.

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Choosing kindness is not weakness — it is a deliberate reflection of the heart of Christ in a world that often responds with anger, division, and negativity.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster is joined by her husband, Greg Lancaster, as they continue their discussion on the signs of the times by focusing on another fruit of the Spirit: kindness.

They discuss:

• Why kindness is a powerful...

Self-control is one of the clearest signs of spiritual maturity in a culture driven by outrage, division, and reaction.

In this episode of eXchanging Eternal Truths, author Heather Lancaster is joined by Greg Lancaster as they discuss the biblical importance of self-control and how believers are called to respond differently in the midst of increasingly chaotic times.
They discuss:

• What Scripture says about the “signs of t...

From a vision in the 70s to a full-fledged after-school arts program, Circle Christian Arts Academy aims to foster a Christ-centered work ethic that carries kids into the future. In this chat with author Heather Lancaster, Pastor Sean Hutson of Exalt Church in Bradenton, FL, discusses the creation of the arts school and how they strive to cultivate future leaders with a biblical understanding while preserving the children's innocen...

Even Christians can do things to improve their mental health. This week, author Heather Lancaster talks to Dr. Stacy Coward of UOM Counseling in Portsmouth, VA, about how believers can improve all areas of their lives for better mental health. In order to change your way of thinking, you have to let God expose you to something you've never seen before.

Dr. Stacy Coward can be found on TikTok and through the email and phone number s...

Are you looking to the future for freedom in a certain area of life? The truth is, your freedom was purchased in the past on the cross of Jesus Christ. Don't get lost in the disconnect between what you THINK you believe and what you actually believe. Author Heather Lancaster chats with Pastor Mark Machen of Life of Faith Church in Birmingham, AL, about his testimony and discovering how you can be "Forever Free." They also discussed...