Faith Filter with Erica & Jesse

Faith Filter with Erica & Jesse

Faith Filter with Erica and Jesse takes what is going on in the world and puts it through the filter of everything we believe in our Christian faith. In the end, we come out more hopeful and we think you will too!

Episodes

September 9, 2024 5 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse Bradley are talking about the spiritual storm that hit Ohio State University, with football stars opening up about their faith journeys, sparking a wave of student baptisms. Baptism is a powerful public declaration of faith, symbolizing a believer's death and resurrection with Jesus. It's not about earning salvation, but about honoring and glorifying God. Click PLAY for more!
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Pastor Jesse and Erica explore the importance of 'abiding' in God's Word. Abiding brings peace, purpose, and power by aligning with God's Will, and relying on His strength. They'll take you down the road to Emmaus with Jesus and His two followers, highlighting the example of choosing to abide with the Father, regardless of circumstances.
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August 9, 2024 4 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse discuss overcoming life's hurdles today. We're thrown a lot during our lives, but when faced with obstacles, those are the exact moments you need to lean even more into Jesus. He has a purpose in everything and will get you through it... And some of our obstacles can also lead to our greatest testimonies! Click PLAY for more!
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August 5, 2024 5 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse dive into the parallels where sports and faith collide, putting the spotlight on the Olympics. They unpack the idea of running the race marked out by God, underlining the significance of private victories in faith that bear public fruit. Click PLAY and dive in for some GOLD!
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July 26, 2024 5 mins
We're talking about heaven today, diving into new research from renowned researcher George Barna, who uncovered a startling statistic: half of the population believes they need to earn their place in heaven. That's actually the exact opposite message of the Bible, where clearly God says it's not by works. Pastor Jesse and I are here to help break this down.
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July 19, 2024 6 mins
Churchgoers are like coals in a fire. When they cling together, they keep the flame a glow. When they separate, they die out.

The words of Billy Graham kicking off today's edition of Faith Filter with Pastor Jesse. In the summertime it can be especially tempting to not go to church because of busy plans or just wanting to stay home and relax, but today we're talking about why it is so important for us to gather as believers in the s...
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July 14, 2024 9 mins
May the Lord Jesus give you and your family peace during these unsettling times. You are Loved, Erica

"May this turn all of us to God. I was reading in Joel where He says, 'Even now, return to Me...' and I can't think of a more timely message than 'Return to Me America.'" -Pastor Jesse Bradley, Grace Community Church in Auburn
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July 2, 2024 3 mins
Pastor Jesse has ideas on how to dive into God's Word this summer. Reading the Bible regularly can lead to increased prayer, service, faith sharing, forgiveness, and joy. Let's use the summer to grow spiritually! Click PLAY to find out more.
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June 24, 2024 4 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse Bradley delve into the animated movie "Inside Out," exploring how emotions are personified as characters. The hot topic is on anxiety, a powerful force that can overwhelm us. When anxiety comes knocking, call it out, kick out any sneaky lies, and put your trust in Jesus. Being real and honest with God leads to a deeper connection, and true healing happens when we line up our feelings with what the Bible says ...
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June 10, 2024 5 mins
We're diving into the importance of sharing our personal faith stories with others. Everyone has a meaningful story because God is active in our lives. Reject the idea that your story is snooze-worthy... When we open up about the Jesus-shaped footprint in our lives, we're shining a spotlight on Him. Let Him shine!
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Pastor Jesse Bradley and Erica are talking about how many people attribute thanks to the universe, instead of God. God is the Master Designer of the universe and and to Him we give all of our glory and honor alone.
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Hope and fear cannot occupy the same space. Invite one to stay. -Maya Angelo

Pastor Jesse is on a mission with his 28 Days of Hope crusade at church, rallying the troops to set aside 28 minutes every day to grow in relationship with Christ, nurturing hope and faith. God has a hope that's greater than our challenges. Making hope a daily habit is like choosing to dance in the rain, even when the storm clouds gather. And the secret sau...
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May 2, 2024 7 mins
Prayer is simply a two-way conversation between you and God.

The words of Billy Graham, the famous evangelist, kick off this week's edition of Faith Filter with Pastor Jesse on the National Day of Prayer. Three things happen when you and I pray. We receive peace, perseverance, and perspective from God, and those three P's are where we're going to camp out today.
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April 23, 2024 4 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse talk about the heartbreaking loss of Mandisa, and how important both mourning and commemorating the life during a loss like this is. 
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April 16, 2024 4 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse dive into the marathon of life, chatting about tapping into divine support, flexing those spiritual muscles when faced with hurdles, and letting the Holy Spirit be the ultimate wingman. Pro-Tip: Hold onto faith when the going gets tough, and surrender to God's divine guidance. 
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April 1, 2024 5 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse dive into the importance of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, underlining its enduring message of hope and triumph. Keep a tender heart towards God, unwavering faith, and be infused by the Holy Spirit to embrace love, joy, and peace. It's available in abundance.
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March 29, 2024 5 mins
Good Friday is a profound display of love and sacrifice, featuring God's mercy and grace. We are so grateful to our Lord and Savior. Everything in life comes down to this. Pray about who you could invite to Good Friday or Easter service. Take the relationship risk and watch God change a life. We're going to see so many people come who don't know Jesus, and they really are open. So, what a special time to love our neighbor and invit...
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March 18, 2024 6 mins
Erica and Pastor Jesse discuss forgiveness in relation to St. Patrick's story, highlighting Jesus' teaching on forgiveness and emphasizing forgiveness as a decision and healing as a process. Forgiveness involves letting go of resentment while trusting in God's justice. Unforgiveness is a self-imposed prison, while forgiveness brings freedom. Affirming forgiveness aloud helps resist resentment.

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Erica and Pastor Jesse discuss Seattle being the least religious major city in the U.S. Pastor Jesse emphasizes the need for change, new perspectives, and optimism, anticipating a spiritual transformation. Unity and bravery in sharing faith are so important. Let's be dedicated to spreading Jesus' love together!

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Erica and Pastor Jesse Bradley discuss how to handle unexpected life events, like Russell Wilson's release from the Broncos. A key is focusing on your identity in Christ, letting go of bitterness, trusting God's plan, and maintaining integrity and humility. Hold onto a Bible verse or truth during tough times, as God's promises are unchanging.
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