Faith Chapel SD Podcast

In this powerful message from Matthew 25, “What’s in Your Hands?”, we are challenged to examine what we are doing with everything God has entrusted to us. Jesus’ parable of the talents reveals that God doesn’t need us, but He chooses to entrust us with gifts, opportunities, resources, influence, and responsibilities for His Kingdom. The question isn’t simply what we have been given, but what are we doing with what God has given us? Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks the difference between faithful stewardship and fearful inactivity, showing how our view of God directly influences the way we live, serve, and respond to His calling. The servant who buried what was entrusted to him wasn’t merely inactive—his distorted perception of his master produced fear, paralysis, and ultimately disobedience. In the Kingdom of God, movement in the wrong direction is not progress, and true increase is ultimately an increase of Jesus in our lives. This message invites us to stop comparing what we have been given, stop burying what God has placed in our hands, and faithfully steward what belongs to Him. The question is simple but searching: What am I doing with what God has entrusted to me right now?

What happens when God gets your attention?

In the first message of our new Midweek Encounter series, “Moses: The Burning Bush,” Pastor Josiah Elias takes us into Exodus 3 and the powerful moment when Moses encounters God in the wilderness. Moses was simply tending sheep when he saw something that demanded his attention—a bush engulfed in flames that was not being consumed. He stopped. He looked closer. And when he drew near, God called his name.

The burning bush reminds us that an encounter with God will always demand a response. God told Moses, “Take off your sandals, for you are standing on holy ground.” Before Moses could be sent, he had to encounter the holiness of God. Before the assignment came the encounter. Before the calling came the presence.

And Moses' encounter didn't end at the bush. After spending time with God on Mount Sinai, Scripture tells us that Moses came down with a radiant face because he had been in the presence of the Lord. You cannot spend time in the presence of God and remain the same. What happens in His presence eventually becomes visible in your life.

Hebrews 4 reminds us that we have a Great High Priest who understands our weaknesses—Jesus, the Son of God. We don't serve a distant God who cannot understand us. We have been invited into the presence of a God who knows us, calls us, and meets us right where we are.

The question is not simply, “Will God speak?”
The question is, “Will you stop long enough to listen?”

Maybe your burning bush is the moment God is using to get your attention. Maybe He's calling you to take off your sandals, recognize the holiness of where you are, and draw closer.

Encounter His presence. Hear His voice. Let His presence change you.

Join us for Midweek Encounter as we begin the journey through the life of Moses and discover what happens when an ordinary life encounters an extraordinary God.

What would it look like to see revival take place in the next generation? In this episode, Jordan Lunderville joins Pastor Josiah Elias for a powerful conversation about reaching young people with the Gospel, believing for revival, and creating space for the next generation to encounter Jesus. They also discuss the importance of getting Bibles into schools and equipping students with access to the Word of God. This conversation will challenge you to believe that God is moving in the next generation and inspire you to play a part in what He’s doing. Tune in — revival isn’t just coming; it can start with us.

In this urgent and prophetic message, “The Ready Discerning Church,” Pastor Josiah Elias takes us through Matthew 24 and Scripture’s warnings concerning deception, the return of Christ, and the responsibility of the Church to remain spiritually awake and discerning. Jesus warned that false messiahs and false prophets would arise with convincing signs and wonders, making discernment essential for the people of God. Pastor Josiah traces the biblical story of God’s dwelling place—from the Tabernacle and the Temple to Jesus Christ, the Church, and ultimately eternity—revealing that under the New Covenant, we are now the temple of the Holy Spirit and living stones being built together as God’s house. Through the finished work of Jesus, one sacrifice was made once and for all, and now the Church is called to live holy, alert, and ready. Jesus is coming again—not secretly, not ambiguously, but with power and great glory, and every eye will see Him. The question is not if He is coming, but are we ready? This message is a call to wake up, reject deception, cultivate biblical discernment, and examine our hearts with one sobering question: “Am I ready?”

What did Jesus mean when He said, "Don't be alarmed"?In this powerful message from Matthew 24, Pastor Josiah Elias walks through Jesus' teaching about the destruction of the Temple, the signs of the end of the age, and how believers are called to respond when the world seems to be falling apart.From Solomon's Temple to Herod's Temple, and ultimately to Jesus Himself and the Church as God's dwelling place, Scripture reveals God's unfolding plan throughout history. Jesus warned that wars, deception, persecution, famines, earthquakes, and false prophets would come—but He also gave His followers a clear command: **Don't freak out. Trust Me.**In this message you'll discover:* The fascinating history of the First and Second Temples* Why Jesus accurately predicted the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70* What the "birth pains" of Matthew 24 really mean* How to recognize deception and remain grounded in truth* Why following Jesus includes both privilege and persecution* The biblical picture of salvation: we **have been saved**, **are being saved**, and **will be saved*** The hope believers have as we await Christ's return* Why the Gospel must be preached to every nationKey Takeaway:True followers of Jesus trust Him even when the world seems to be falling apart. Instead of spreading fear, we are called to bring hope, peace, and confidence in God's promises.No matter what headlines you read or what challenges you face, Jesus is still on the throne, His Word is still true, and His Kingdom is still advancing.

This special episode is unlike a typical sermon—it’s an intimate, unscripted Q&A with Pastor Josiah Elias, where no topic was off limits. Members of the congregation had the opportunity to ask anything about ministry, leadership, spiritual growth, hearing God's voice, navigating life's challenges, and walking faithfully with Jesus. With no prepared notes or rehearsed responses, Pastor Josiah answered each question from the heart, offering honest, biblical, and Spirit-led wisdom in the moment. This genuine conversation provides a rare glimpse into the heart of a pastor who desires to see people know Christ more deeply and live with unwavering faith. Whether you're seeking practical guidance, spiritual encouragement, or simply want to grow in your relationship with God, this candid discussion is filled with authentic insight, personal experiences, and timeless biblical truth that will challenge and strengthen your walk with the Lord.