Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church Podcast

How do we cultivate joy, prayerfulness, and gratitude in every season of life?

In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Pastor Todd Lester unpacks three short yet powerful commands: rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances.

Whether you’re facing grief, stress, family tension, hardship, or spiritual dryness, God offers you a heart-level reset through the rhythm of joy, prayer, and thanksgiving.

Speaker: Todd Lester
Recorded: November 23, 2025 — Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church
Topics: gratitude, prayer, joy, spiritual growth, Christian encouragement

“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness.” (Romans 8:26)

In this message, Pastor Todd Lester teaches how the Holy Spirit strengthens us when we feel weak, numb, overwhelmed, or unsure how to pray. Through Romans 8:26–28, we learn that God is working in all things for the good of those who love Him — even when life feels heavy or confusing.

Scripture: Romans 8:26–28
Speaker: Dr. Todd Lester
Date: November 16, 2025
Location: Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church · Midway, KY

Topics: Holy Spirit, prayer, suffering, trusting God, spiritual strength, hope

In this week’s message from 2 Corinthians 6:1–2, Pastor Todd challenges us to consider the urgency of living for Christ today. Drawing from Paul’s reminder that “now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation,” we’re encouraged to:

• Enlist in His service as God’s co-workers

• Embrace His grace with gratitude and transformed lives

• Ensure our salvation, refusing to put off the most important decision of our lives

Pastor Todd weaves Scripture, heartfelt stories, and powerful testimonies—including the legacy of Chad and Tommy Lippert—to remind us that life is brief and eternity is real. If God is prompting your heart, why wait?

Recorded at Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church on November 9, 2025.

Have you ever found yourself running — from guilt, fear, pain, or even from God Himself?
In this week’s message from 1 Peter 2:11–12, Pastor Todd Lester reminds us that when we stop running from God and start running to Him, we discover our true identity, purpose, and peace.

This episode includes:
💧 Believers’ baptisms🎵 Special music: “Come, Jesus, Come” by Lynette Morgan & Lisa McLeod🙏 A heartfelt invitation to return to the One who’s been running toward you all along.

📖 Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11–12📅 Recorded: November 2, 2025📍 Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church – Midway, Kentucky🌐 forksbaptist.org

What does it mean to follow Jesus with your whole heart?
In this message from Luke 9:23–26, Pastor Todd Lester challenges us to live all in—denying ourselves, taking up our cross daily, and fully surrendering every part of our lives to Christ.

Through practical insight and heartfelt teaching, this sermon reminds us that surrender isn’t a one-time decision—it’s a daily commitment. Discover how to walk in the strength of the Holy Spirit, stay encouraged through fellowship, and persevere through life’s struggles as you give God your best.

Episode Notes / Summary

• Following Jesus requires daily surrender, not occasional faith• True discipleship means denying self and embracing God’s will• We can’t live surrendered lives without the Holy Spirit’s power• Fellowship with believers strengthens our walk through struggl• God calls us to give our best—not our leftovers—and trust Him fully

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Patience isn’t easy—but it’s powerful. Pastor Todd Lester shares practical and biblical insight from Psalm 37 on what it means to wait on the Lord. Learn to rest, trust, and find joy even in seasons of waiting.

Pastor Todd Lester teaches from Paul’s final letter, urging believers to anchor their lives in God’s Word. Discover how Scripture saves, shapes, and sends us to serve. When life presses in — go to the Lord and His Word.“Discipline yourself to go to the Lord and His Word for supernatural strength.”

This week at Forks, we celebrated baptism and lifted our voices in worship. Associate Pastor of Music & Worship, Shawn Sherwood, shared about the power of music in our faith, showing how God’s glory is revealed in creation, our hope is secured in Christ’s resurrection, His eternal power sustains us, and His reign calls us to praise.

In this sermon from September 28, 2025, Pastor Todd Lester preaches from Acts 1:8 on the spiritual discipline of evangelism. Discover how the Holy Spirit empowers us, convicts us, and changes us—and how we are called to be witnesses “in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Be encouraged to live your faith boldly and share your story to help “save one more for Jesus.”

In this sermon from Hebrews 10:19–25, Pastor Todd unpacks the spiritual discipline of worship—what it means to give God His proper worth and how we can draw near with sincere hearts. Learn how worship transforms us, sustains our hope, and calls us to encourage one another as we follow Christ.

📖 Hebrews 10:19–25 | Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church