Bethel Presbyterian Church

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Bethel Presbyterian Church is a religion podcast hosted by Greg Thurston, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Greg Thurston hosts Bethel Presbyterian Church, a religion show with 100 episodes published.

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  The Kingdom Is at Hand

  Aug 23, 202650 min

  In Matthew 4:12–17, Jesus begins His public ministry in Galilee, fulfilling the words of the prophet Isaiah. A land that had been covered in darkness was about to see a great light. That light was not an idea, a movement, or a new religious system. It was Jesus Christ Himself. With His arrival comes a clear and urgent message: "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Jesus announces that the King has come, His Kingdom is breaking into the darkness, and the proper response is repentance. This message explores what it means for Jesus to be the Light in a dark world, what true repentance looks like, and why the coming of God's Kingdom changes everything. The same call Jesus gave at the beginning of His ministry still stands today: turn from sin, turn to Christ, and follow the King.

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  Life Indeed Pt. 4

  Aug 16, 202654 min

  In the final part of our journey through Psalm 23, David moves from the valley to the table. The Shepherd who guided and protected him now prepares a feast in the presence of his enemies, anoints his head with oil, and fills his cup until it overflows. David's confidence is no longer focused on what surrounds him, but on the goodness of the God who is with him. Even with enemies nearby, he can rest at the table because the Shepherd is there. His circumstances may change, but the faithfulness of God does not. Psalm 23 closes with a powerful declaration of hope: "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life." This message reminds us that the Shepherd does more than provide for us today. He leads us toward an eternal home with Him. For those who belong to Christ, the journey ends exactly where it was always meant to end, dwelling in the house of the Lord forever.

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  Life Indeed Pt. 3

  Aug 9, 202649 min

  In Part 3 of our journey through Psalm 23, David takes us from green pastures and still waters into the valley of the shadow of death. The path of the Shepherd does not always lead around hardship. Sometimes, it leads directly through it. Yet David's confidence remains: "I will fear no evil, for you are with me." His comfort is not found in the absence of danger, but in the presence of the Shepherd. Even in the darkest valley, God has not abandoned His people. His rod protects, His staff guides, and His presence gives us courage to keep walking. This message explores what it means to trust God when the path becomes difficult, to find peace when fear surrounds us, and to remember that no valley is walked alone. The same Shepherd who leads us beside still waters is the One who faithfully leads us through the darkness.

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  Life Indeed Pt. 2

  Aug 2, 202647 min

  In Part 2, we continue through Psalm 23 as David paints a beautiful picture of the Shepherd's care: "He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul." These verses remind us that God's desire is not merely to keep us moving, but to nourish, refresh, and restore us. In a culture that celebrates busyness and self reliance, the Good Shepherd calls His people to find rest in Him. He knows when we are weary, when our souls are empty, and when we need His gentle care. The restoration He offers reaches far beyond physical rest, it renews the heart, strengthens our faith, and reminds us of His unfailing presence. This message explores what it means to trust the Shepherd's leading, to rest in His provision, and to find lasting peace in the One who faithfully restores His people.

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  Life Indeed

  Jul 26, 202647 min

  Psalm 23 opens with one of the most comforting truths in all of Scripture: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." In a world filled with uncertainty, fear, and endless striving, David begins by reminding us that everything changes when the Lord is our Shepherd. In Part 1 of this series, we explore what it means to belong to the Good Shepherd. A shepherd knows his sheep, leads them with wisdom, protects them from danger, and faithfully provides everything they truly need. David's confidence wasn't found in his circumstances—it was found in the character of the One leading him. This message invites us to rest in God's faithful care, trust His provision, and discover the peace that comes from following the Shepherd who never abandons His flock. Before we can understand the blessings of Psalm 23, we must first know the Shepherd Himself.

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