The ECC Podcast

Pastor Kevin Eshleman reminds us to reach past outward impressions and assumptions to see and minister to people's hearts.

How can we intentionally build genuine, life-giving friendships?

We all want strong friendships, but sometimes these connections can seem difficult to find. Too many of us end up living in isolation. Yet God makes it clear that we need one another. We are his body, and we are called to grow and work together. Relationships with others are a central part of the Christian life. Join Laura Taylor and Matt Swords as they talk about practical ways we can build godly friendships that will bring strength and encouragement to our lives.

Pastor Kevin Eshleman shares on the importance of intentionally building relationships with others in the body of Christ.

How do I properly discern and steward a prophetic word?

The Bible is God's objective word, by which we judge everything else. Yet the Bible also includes many examples of and instructions about the subjective word--including prophetic words we may receive from others. Both objective and subjective are needed, but how do we find the proper balance? How do we process disappointments when the prophetic falls short? And how do we discern and steward prophetic words in a healthy way? Join Jim Ehrman and Mark Calkins as they discuss a balanced stewardship of the prophetic.

Pastor Kevin Eshleman shares from his heart on the need for both objective and subjective revelation. 

How do we persevere in prayer even when we feel weary?

Many of us struggle to continue praying for something if we don't see results quickly. The Old Testament prophet Daniel knew how to persevere in prayer because he understood the power of praying according to God's promises. How would our prayer lives change if we knew how to pray like Daniel? Join Matt Swords and Chris Weber as they discuss keys to strengthening our hearts to keep on praying when we haven't yet seen the breakthrough.

Pastor Dan Gulnac reminds us of the power of persevering prayer.

How do I know if I'm on my phone too much, and what can I do about it?

Our phones can be amazing tools for the gospel, but if we're not careful, they can very easily become distracting and addictive in our lives. God wants us to live healthy lives--connecting with others, experiencing peace and grace in every situation, and hearing and discerning his voice clearly. To live like that, we need to be honest with ourselves about our relationship with our phones, and we need a clear strategy for healthy boundaries. Join Jim Ehrman and Dan Gulnac as they discuss what it looks like, both individually and corporately, to engage with technology and media in a healthy way.

Pastor Kevin Eshleman encourages us to consider the digital distractions we've allowed in our lives and create healthy boundaries.

Your Spiritual Wake Up CallHow can I experience personal revival in my relationship with God?

God invites us to approach him with confidence, because he wants us to experience his love, healing, and redemption in our lives. He wants to awaken us so that we can be fully alive in our relationship with him and in our purpose on earth. Yet for many of us, personal awakening or revival feel elusive. Join Matt Swords and Heidi Zimmerman as they share from their own journey and what they've discovered about living in personal revival.