Faith Chapel SD Podcast

In this powerful message, Pastors Tim and Greg Hendricks challenge us to stop negotiating with the enemy and fully surrender our lives to Jesus. True victory—winning God’s way—comes through faithfulness, holiness, and total devotion. Pastor Greg reminds us that the world may label us, but only Jesus gives us legitimacy and eternal life. Like the faithful sons of Zadok, access to God follows allegiance to Him. Holiness isn’t perfection but alignment—what we tolerate privately will eventually show publicly. When we stay faithful in the fire, live holy as a lifestyle, and remain committed to our inheritance in Christ, we experience the closeness, freedom, and divine connection that only full surrender brings.

In this message, we dive into the revelation of God’s name—Elohim, the Creator and Covenant-Keeper. From the opening pages of Genesis to the declarations of the prophets, Elohim reveals Himself as the One who formed us in His image, who keeps covenant and mercy to a thousand generations (Deut. 7:9), and who calls us to walk in unity and holiness before Him. When Moses asked, “What is His name?” (Ex. 3:13), God began to unfold a mystery that would echo through time: the same Elohim who said, “Let Us make man in Our image” (Gen. 1:26) is revealed in Jesus Christ, the visible image of the invisible God (Col. 1:15).

Through the Word, the Spirit, and the Son, we discover that Elohim is One—yet moves in perfect harmony as Father, Son, and Spirit. He is the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace (Isa. 9:6), who calls His people to live as one, walk in His covenant, and reflect His image in the world. As we come to know His name, we also come to know who we are—His witnesses, His creation, and His covenant family, empowered by His Spirit to carry His glory from generation to generation.

In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah reminds us that our mission is to culture like Christ and our vision is Jesus. Looking at the story of Bartimaeus in Mark 10, we see how our true identity in Christ should shape our circumstances—not the other way around. Like Bartimaeus, we are called to throw off the old coat, cry out in faith, and pursue Jesus with everything in us. When we understand who we are in Him—chosen, redeemed, forgiven, and loved—our breakthroughs become moments that lead us into deeper devotion. May this message stir your heart to trust, surrender, and follow Jesus wherever He leads.

Experience a powerful move of God in this service filled with Spirit-led worship, baptisms, and communion as Faith Chapel closes the Daniel Fast and reflects on what it means to truly follow Jesus. Pastor Josiah Elias preaches “Built in the Shadows,” reminding us that in the Kingdom of God, success isn’t measured by what we have but by Who we follow. Through 1 Corinthians and Matthew 19, we learn that surrender, not possession, brings freedom—that it’s not about the what but the Who. Joined by Pastors Ashley and Greg Elias, this message calls us to release what holds us back, draw closer to Jesus, and live for His glory. Watch now and be encouraged to seek the Kingdom first and let Jesus be Lord over every part of your life.

Faith Chapel lifted their voices declaring, “You’ve never failed me yet,” a reminder that though people may fail us, the Lord never does. Joel Muñoz encouraged everyone to “give the Holy Spirit the right of way,” allowing Him to convict, guide, and transform every part of our lives. Pastor Josiah then highlighted the power of testimony, introducing David Moreno, who shared how God miraculously healed his rib—confirmed by doctors—after prayer with his family. Guest speaker David Diga Hernandez followed, teaching from 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 that the Holy Spirit reveals the deep things of God and invites us into continual fellowship with Him. Using an illustration of body, soul, and spirit, David explained that our true identity is found in the spirit, and we are called not to strive for growth but to align our whole being with who we already are in Christ. Instead of performing or exhausting ourselves in ministry, we are to surrender, trust, and obey—letting the Spirit’s living water flow through us so that we can truly be the salt and light of the world.

When God appeared to Abram at ninety-nine years old, He revealed Himself as El Shaddai — “God Almighty” (Genesis 17:1). This was more than a name; it was a revelation of His nature. El Shaddai means the All-Sufficient One — the God who is more than enough. To a man who was old and childless, God declared that His power was not limited by human weakness. He made a covenant with Abraham, promising descendants, nations, and kings to come from him. Every time “El Shaddai” appeared again in Scripture — with Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph — it reaffirmed God’s unshakable faithfulness to multiply, bless, and sustain His people beyond their ability.

In the New Testament, that same power and sufficiency are revealed in Jesus Christ. As the True Vine (John 15:1), He prunes and grows His people to bear fruit. Through His authority (Matthew 28:18–20), the Church carries on the mission of El Shaddai — to multiply disciples across nations. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 4:11–13 that maturity in Christ comes when we are equipped and unified, fully dependent on His strength. Just as newborns crave pure spiritual milk (1 Peter 2:2–3), we must remain nourished by His Word to grow in the fullness of His covenant.

Finally, in Revelation 1, John encounters the risen Christ — radiant, powerful, and alive forevermore. The same voice that spoke to Abraham now declares, “I am the First and the Last.” El Shaddai has not changed. He still keeps His promises, still multiplies His people, and still holds all authority in heaven and on earth. Our response, like Abraham’s, is to fall before Him in worship, walk blamelessly, and trust that the Almighty is more than enough for every generation.

The service began with a powerful prayer from Pastor Tim, “We want You! Saturate this room with Your presence,” and the Lord answered—His presence filled the room so strongly that worship flowed beyond schedule, as the church chose His timeline over theirs. Pastor Josiah emphasized “His presence above everything” and encouraged alignment with God’s will, reminding the church of previous teachings about going deep and wide, being productive according to God’s plan, and avoiding complacency. Returning to the Red Letter series, Pastor Josiah preached “Braided” from Luke 18:1–8, where Jesus taught to “always pray and never give up.” He compared the widow’s persistence before an unjust judge to our faith before a just God, urging believers to press in with prayer, endurance, and faith. He showed how Jesus braided these three truths together—always praying, never giving up, and anchoring faith in persistence. Just as Elijah’s servant saw the cloud only after seven looks and the blind woman received healing after her eighth prayer, Pastor Josiah reminded everyone that faith often requires perseverance. The message concluded with a charge: to stay braided—pray continually, never give up, and anchor into faith that not only acknowledges reality but transforms it—becoming salt and light in a challenging world.

Faith Chapel began 2026 with joyful expectation—declaring that this will be an amazing year filled with God’s favor! The message centered on knowing the Name of the Lord and the power that comes with it. From Isaiah 52:6 to Psalm 9:10 and 91:14, we were reminded that those who trust in His Name are protected and never forsaken. Pastor Josiah highlighted how, from Genesis to Exodus, God revealed Himself progressively—from Creator to I AM WHO I AM—the eternal, self-existent One who rescues, provides, and leads His people. In John 17:6, Jesus declared that He manifested the Father’s Name to His followers, showing that knowing His Name means knowing His heart. As we step into 2026, we’re invited to trust, seek, and love the Lord who makes Himself known to those who call upon His Name.

This powerful message invites us into a transformative 21-day journey of fasting that goes far beyond dietary restrictions. Drawing from Acts 2:42-47, we discover ten essential tools the early church used to cultivate deep spiritual vitality: studying God's Word, fellowshipping together, sharing meals in community, taking communion, praying consistently, focusing on God with awe, ministering to one another, serving sacrificially, worshiping collectively, and enjoying the journey with joy. The heart of biblical fasting isn't about punishing ourselves or manipulating God, but rather silencing the distracting groans of our flesh to better engage our spirit. Through Isaiah 58, we're reminded that God desires authentic transformation over religious performance. He wants us to free the oppressed, feed the hungry, and live justly, not merely go through spiritual motions. The challenge before us is profound: rather than excelling for just three weeks only to return to old patterns, we're called to use this season as a launchpad for permanent lifestyle changes. This isn't about knocking it out of the park temporarily, but about becoming the men and women of God we're called to be forever. As we fast, we're invited to ask what God wants to bring us into personally and corporately, preparing our hearts for the deeper things He has in store

Sunday’s service began with powerful worship, heartfelt baptisms, and meaningful communion, filled with phrases that lingered—“Oh how we love You,” “When faith meets the water,” and “Jesus says it and does it.” Pastor Josiah introduced the guest speaker, his father and evangelist George Elias, who shared photos of Josiah’s baptism and ordination while expressing gratitude for how Josiah and Ashley lovingly shepherd Faith Chapel. George spoke on steadfastness from Psalm 57:7, reminding us to stay firm and balanced in our walk with the Lord despite the enemy’s distractions. He urged believers to nurture their God-given dreams and shared “6 Keys to Living Steadfast in 2026”: strengthening marriage and family, walking in calling and purpose, cultivating prayer and intimacy, trusting God through life’s circumstances, standing firm against sin, and living a lifestyle of soul-winning. With Scripture woven throughout, George encouraged the church to finish well, live faithfully, and let our lives reflect Jesus’ love to a world in need.