en https://bethany.com <![CDATA[Bethany Church: Message Audio]]> https://static.feedpress.com/logo/bethany-62f27db497416.png Religion & Spirituality/Christianity nonadult Pastor Jonathan Stockstill Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Latest messages from Bethany Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Pastor Jonathan Stockstill creative@bethany.com Latest messages from Bethany Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. no Bethany Church: Message Audio https://bethany.com en Copyright © 2026 Bethany Church Latest messages from Bethany Church. episodic creative@bethany.com false Sat, 25 July 2026 06:05:07 UTC Sat, 25 July 2026 06:05:07 UTC PyroCMS He's Still Working https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17384219/2026-07-19-Message.mp3 3-1543 It's easy to look at the world and think darkness is winning. But Jesus never stopped working. He's still pursuing the lost, building His Church, and raising up people who are passionate about His Kingdom. The question isn't whether God is moving, the question is whether we'll join Him in what He's already doing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jesus is still pursuing the one who feels far from God.
  • The Church is still God's plan to bring hope to the world.
  • Revival isn't inherited—it's pursued with passion and devotion.
  • God's Kingdom advances through ordinary people who say "yes".
  • Our first priority is always Jesus, then the work He's called us to do 

The Big Idea: God hasn't stopped working.

]]> Sun, 19 July 2026 12:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill It's easy to look at the world and think darkness is winning. But Jesus never stopped working. He's still pursuing the lost, building His Church, and raising up people who are passionate about His Kingdom. The question isn't whether God is moving, the question is whether we'll join Him in what He's already doing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jesus is still pursuing the one who feels far from God.
  • The Church is still God's plan to bring hope to the world.
  • Revival isn't inherited—it's pursued with passion and devotion.
  • God's Kingdom advances through ordinary people who say "yes".
  • Our first priority is always Jesus, then the work He's called us to do 

The Big Idea: God hasn't stopped working.

]]> 2241 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Redeemed From The Curse https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17379684/2026-07-12-Message.mp3 3-1542 Through the cross, Jesus didn't just forgive your sins, He exchanged your curse for His blessing. Too many believers still live weighed down by guilt, fear, defeat, and lack, forgetting what Christ accomplished on their behalf. The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus paid the full ransom so you could walk in the freedom, favor, and blessing of God.

Key Takeaways

  • Jesus paid the highest price to redeem you completely.
  • Through Christ, you're no longer living under the curse of sin.
  • God's blessing isn't something you earn—it's something you receive through Jesus.
  • Because you've been redeemed, you can walk in freedom instead of fear and defeat.
  • Your identity is no longer defined by your past, but by what Christ purchased for you.

The Big Idea: Jesus didn't just rescue you from something...

]]> Sun, 12 July 2026 12:00:00 CDT Larry Stockstill Through the cross, Jesus didn't just forgive your sins, He exchanged your curse for His blessing. Too many believers still live weighed down by guilt, fear, defeat, and lack, forgetting what Christ accomplished on their behalf. The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus paid the full ransom so you could walk in the freedom, favor, and blessing of God.

Key Takeaways

  • Jesus paid the highest price to redeem you completely.
  • Through Christ, you're no longer living under the curse of sin.
  • God's blessing isn't something you earn—it's something you receive through Jesus.
  • Because you've been redeemed, you can walk in freedom instead of fear and defeat.
  • Your identity is no longer defined by your past, but by what Christ purchased for you.

The Big Idea: Jesus didn't just rescue you from something...

]]> 2572 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Fear Not https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17374148/2026-07-05-Message.mp3 3-1541 Fear has a way of convincing us that the worst is inevitable. It steals our peace, paralyzes our faith, and keeps us focused on everything that could go wrong. But throughout Scripture, God repeatedly tells His people, "Fear not." Why? Because faith isn't just believing God can, it’s learning to trust Him enough to move forward with courage, peace, and confidence.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Fear loses its grip when your heart is filled with God's promises.
  • Faith isn't passive—it responds with courageous action.
  • God's peace is stronger than your anxiety.
  • Worry becomes lighter when you give it completely to God.
  • You have authority in Christ to resist fear and stand firm in faith.

The Big Idea: Faith doesn't ignore fear—it overcomes it by trusting God.

]]> Sun, 5 July 2026 12:00:00 CDT Larry Stockstill Fear has a way of convincing us that the worst is inevitable. It steals our peace, paralyzes our faith, and keeps us focused on everything that could go wrong. But throughout Scripture, God repeatedly tells His people, "Fear not." Why? Because faith isn't just believing God can, it’s learning to trust Him enough to move forward with courage, peace, and confidence.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Fear loses its grip when your heart is filled with God's promises.
  • Faith isn't passive—it responds with courageous action.
  • God's peace is stronger than your anxiety.
  • Worry becomes lighter when you give it completely to God.
  • You have authority in Christ to resist fear and stand firm in faith.

The Big Idea: Faith doesn't ignore fear—it overcomes it by trusting God.

]]> 2417 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship The Love of Christ https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17369799/2026-06-28-Message.mp3 3-1539 What if the greatest obstacle to your faith… is forgetting how deeply you're loved? When you truly understand what Jesus has done for you, everything changes. You're no longer living under guilt, trying to earn God's approval, or wondering where you stand with Him. Through Christ, you've been justified, adopted into God's family, and forever secured in His love. That's the kind of truth that strengthens your faith.

Key Takeaways:

  • Faith grows strongest when it's rooted in God's love.
  • There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ.
  • You aren't just forgiven—you've been adopted into God's family.
  • The Holy Spirit is continually helping and interceding for you.
  • Nothing can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

The Big Idea: The more you understand the love of Christ, the stronger your faith becomes.

]]> Sun, 28 June 2026 09:00:00 CDT Larry Stockstill What if the greatest obstacle to your faith… is forgetting how deeply you're loved? When you truly understand what Jesus has done for you, everything changes. You're no longer living under guilt, trying to earn God's approval, or wondering where you stand with Him. Through Christ, you've been justified, adopted into God's family, and forever secured in His love. That's the kind of truth that strengthens your faith.

Key Takeaways:

  • Faith grows strongest when it's rooted in God's love.
  • There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ.
  • You aren't just forgiven—you've been adopted into God's family.
  • The Holy Spirit is continually helping and interceding for you.
  • Nothing can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

The Big Idea: The more you understand the love of Christ, the stronger your faith becomes.

]]> 2661 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Far Above https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17365344/2026-06-21-Message.mp3 3-1538 Many believers live as if they're trying to earn victory, fight for victory, or somehow overcome their struggles through their own strength. But Scripture paints a different picture. Because of Jesus' death, resurrection, and victory, believers aren't fighting for victory, they're living from victory. In Christ, you have been raised, seated, and positioned far above every power of darkness. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Jesus is far above every power, authority, and spiritual force.
  • Through Christ, you have been raised and seated with Him.
  • Mature believers focus more on Jesus than on the enemy.
  • Your thoughts should be fixed on heavenly realities, not earthly fears.
  • God has given you authority to walk in victory through His name.

The Big Idea: Your position in Christ determines how you face life's battles.

]]> Sun, 21 June 2026 09:00:00 CDT Larry Stockstill Many believers live as if they're trying to earn victory, fight for victory, or somehow overcome their struggles through their own strength. But Scripture paints a different picture. Because of Jesus' death, resurrection, and victory, believers aren't fighting for victory, they're living from victory. In Christ, you have been raised, seated, and positioned far above every power of darkness. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Jesus is far above every power, authority, and spiritual force.
  • Through Christ, you have been raised and seated with Him.
  • Mature believers focus more on Jesus than on the enemy.
  • Your thoughts should be fixed on heavenly realities, not earthly fears.
  • God has given you authority to walk in victory through His name.

The Big Idea: Your position in Christ determines how you face life's battles.

]]> 2577 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Made For God https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17361573/2026-06-14-Message.mp3 3-1537 We spend so much of life chasing things we think will satisfy us including success, relationships, money, achievement, and approval. But none of those things can tell you who you are. The truth is simple: until you understand who you were made for, you'll never fully understand what you were made for. You were made by God, through God, and ultimately for God.

Key Takeaways:

  • You weren't created to live for temporary things—you were made for God.
  • Jesus did for you what you could never do for yourself.
  • Your identity is based on what Christ accomplished, not what you've achieved.
  • God sees you through the finished work of Jesus.
  • You are qualified, forgiven, chosen, and redeemed because of Christ. 

The Big Idea: The more you understand who you were made for, the more you'll understand who you are.

]]> Sun, 14 June 2026 12:00:00 CDT Jacob Aranza We spend so much of life chasing things we think will satisfy us including success, relationships, money, achievement, and approval. But none of those things can tell you who you are. The truth is simple: until you understand who you were made for, you'll never fully understand what you were made for. You were made by God, through God, and ultimately for God.

Key Takeaways:

  • You weren't created to live for temporary things—you were made for God.
  • Jesus did for you what you could never do for yourself.
  • Your identity is based on what Christ accomplished, not what you've achieved.
  • God sees you through the finished work of Jesus.
  • You are qualified, forgiven, chosen, and redeemed because of Christ. 

The Big Idea: The more you understand who you were made for, the more you'll understand who you are.

]]> 2981 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship A Greenhouse for the New Generation https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17356474/2026-06-07-Message.mp3 3-1536 What if the next generation doesn't need to be fixed… but invested in? In a culture that often divides young and old, the Church is called to be different—a place where wisdom is passed down, faith is nurtured, and the next generation is empowered to follow God's calling. We are called to be a greenhouse where future generations can grow and flourish.

Key Takeaways: 

  • God’s heart has always been for generational connection.
  • The responsibility to reach the next generation starts with the current one.
  • Every believer can become a spiritual parent to someone younger in the faith.
  • The next generation needs our prayers, guidance, and encouragement.
  • When generations connect, both generations are strengthened by God’s presence 

The Big Idea: A healthy church doesn’t just reach the next generation—it raises them.

]]> Sun, 7 June 2026 09:00:00 CDT Kenofi Terfa What if the next generation doesn't need to be fixed… but invested in? In a culture that often divides young and old, the Church is called to be different—a place where wisdom is passed down, faith is nurtured, and the next generation is empowered to follow God's calling. We are called to be a greenhouse where future generations can grow and flourish.

Key Takeaways: 

  • God’s heart has always been for generational connection.
  • The responsibility to reach the next generation starts with the current one.
  • Every believer can become a spiritual parent to someone younger in the faith.
  • The next generation needs our prayers, guidance, and encouragement.
  • When generations connect, both generations are strengthened by God’s presence 

The Big Idea: A healthy church doesn’t just reach the next generation—it raises them.

]]> 2119 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Your Turn https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17352051/2026-05-31-Sunday.mp3 3-1534 What if helping someone follow Jesus… is actually your job too? Many believers think discipleship is for pastors, leaders, or people who "have it all figured out." But Jesus' invitation is bigger than that. You don't have to be perfect, highly qualified, or know everything. You just have to be willing to help someone else take their next step toward Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

  • You don’t have to be perfect to help someone follow Jesus.
  • Disciple making isn’t a pastor’s job alone—it’s everyone’s mission.
  • God wants you to be a river that passes on what you receive.
  • Real discipleship happens through relationships, not from a distance.
  • Your mission field may already be right in front of you.

The Big Idea Discipleship is simply helping others follow Jesus.

]]> Sun, 31 May 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill What if helping someone follow Jesus… is actually your job too? Many believers think discipleship is for pastors, leaders, or people who "have it all figured out." But Jesus' invitation is bigger than that. You don't have to be perfect, highly qualified, or know everything. You just have to be willing to help someone else take their next step toward Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

  • You don’t have to be perfect to help someone follow Jesus.
  • Disciple making isn’t a pastor’s job alone—it’s everyone’s mission.
  • God wants you to be a river that passes on what you receive.
  • Real discipleship happens through relationships, not from a distance.
  • Your mission field may already be right in front of you.

The Big Idea Discipleship is simply helping others follow Jesus.

]]> 1789 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship The Way God Changes Us https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17348764/2026-05-24-Message.mp3 3-1533 What if real change starts with changing who you believe you are? Jesus doesn’t just want a better version of the old you. He wants to form something completely new. And two of the biggest ways He changes us? The relationships around us… and the identity we receive in Him.

Key Takeaways:

  • God often transforms you through the people He places around you.
  • Healthy spiritual relationships help shape who you’re becoming. 
  • Your behavior follows what you believe to be true about yourself.
  • Real transformation happens when you receive your identity in Christ.
  • You don’t have to stay trapped in old labels, old failures, or old versions of yourself

The Big Idea: God changes you through relationships and renewed identity.

]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill What if real change starts with changing who you believe you are? Jesus doesn’t just want a better version of the old you. He wants to form something completely new. And two of the biggest ways He changes us? The relationships around us… and the identity we receive in Him.

Key Takeaways:

  • God often transforms you through the people He places around you.
  • Healthy spiritual relationships help shape who you’re becoming. 
  • Your behavior follows what you believe to be true about yourself.
  • Real transformation happens when you receive your identity in Christ.
  • You don’t have to stay trapped in old labels, old failures, or old versions of yourself

The Big Idea: God changes you through relationships and renewed identity.

]]> 1967 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Revivals & Rhythms https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17343614/2026-05-17-Message.mp3 3-1532 What actually makes someone a true disciple of Jesus? Jesus constantly separated true disciples from casual followers and the difference was deeper than appearance. Real disciples are formed through powerful encounters with God and daily rhythms of faithfulness. Mature faith isn’t built on hype alone. It’s built through pursuit, consistency, and staying close to Jesus over time.

Key Takeaways

  • You can be religious without truly being a disciple.
  • God moments can completely change the direction of your life.
  • God reveals Himself to people who genuinely pursue Him.
  • Mature disciples are built through daily spiritual rhythms.
  • Faithfulness over time forms deep spiritual maturity.

The Big Idea: Strong disciples are formed through both revival moments and daily rhythms.

]]> Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill What actually makes someone a true disciple of Jesus? Jesus constantly separated true disciples from casual followers and the difference was deeper than appearance. Real disciples are formed through powerful encounters with God and daily rhythms of faithfulness. Mature faith isn’t built on hype alone. It’s built through pursuit, consistency, and staying close to Jesus over time.

Key Takeaways

  • You can be religious without truly being a disciple.
  • God moments can completely change the direction of your life.
  • God reveals Himself to people who genuinely pursue Him.
  • Mature disciples are built through daily spiritual rhythms.
  • Faithfulness over time forms deep spiritual maturity.

The Big Idea: Strong disciples are formed through both revival moments and daily rhythms.

]]> 1841 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Confident Children https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17338540/2026-05-10-Message.mp3 3-1531 So many people feel unsure in their relationship with God, unsure if they're forgiven, unsure if He hears them, unsure if they truly belong. But the book of John explains one purpose: not to decrease your confidence, but to increase it. You were never meant to live like an orphan spiritually. Through Jesus, you’ve been invited into the family of God.

Key Takeaways

  • God doesn’t want you living unsure of His love.
  • Your identity is not “rejected” or “abandoned”—you are a child of God.
  • The cross is proof of your value to God.
  • Perfect love pushes fear out of your life.
  • Confidence grows when you truly believe God loves you. 

The Big Idea: Confidence with God doesn’t come from perfection, it comes from relationship.

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill So many people feel unsure in their relationship with God, unsure if they're forgiven, unsure if He hears them, unsure if they truly belong. But the book of John explains one purpose: not to decrease your confidence, but to increase it. You were never meant to live like an orphan spiritually. Through Jesus, you’ve been invited into the family of God.

Key Takeaways

  • God doesn’t want you living unsure of His love.
  • Your identity is not “rejected” or “abandoned”—you are a child of God.
  • The cross is proof of your value to God.
  • Perfect love pushes fear out of your life.
  • Confidence grows when you truly believe God loves you. 

The Big Idea: Confidence with God doesn’t come from perfection, it comes from relationship.

]]> 2741 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Mirror Moments https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17332277/2026-05-03-Message.mp3 3-1529 What if the hardest person to be honest with… is yourself? God often uses “mirror moments” to show us who we really are, not to shame us, but to transform us. Moments where He reveals what needs to change, what needs healing, and what He’s calling us into. The question is: when God shows you something, will you look away… or let Him change you?

Key Takeaways:

  • Real transformation starts with honesty before God.
  • Going all in with God means more than just saying the right things.
  • Healing begins when you stop hiding and start confessing.
  • Your purpose is already inside you—God gave you gifts for a reason.
  • The greatest life is one invested in what outlives you.

The Big Idea: 

God doesn’t show you who you are to condemn you, He shows you so He can transform you.

]]> Sun, 3 May 2026 09:00:00 CDT Chris Hodges What if the hardest person to be honest with… is yourself? God often uses “mirror moments” to show us who we really are, not to shame us, but to transform us. Moments where He reveals what needs to change, what needs healing, and what He’s calling us into. The question is: when God shows you something, will you look away… or let Him change you?

Key Takeaways:

  • Real transformation starts with honesty before God.
  • Going all in with God means more than just saying the right things.
  • Healing begins when you stop hiding and start confessing.
  • Your purpose is already inside you—God gave you gifts for a reason.
  • The greatest life is one invested in what outlives you.

The Big Idea: 

God doesn’t show you who you are to condemn you, He shows you so He can transform you.

]]> 2716 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Surviving Wolves https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17326404/2026-04-26-Message.mp3 3-1528 What if the most dangerous voices in your life… sound spiritual? Not every message that sounds good is true. In a world full of podcasts, clips, influencers, and endless opinions, discernment matters more than ever. John wrote to a church in crisis, that false teaching was spreading, people were leaving, and truth was being twisted. His message? Stay grounded. Stay rooted. Stay close to Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

  • Not everything that sounds spiritual is from God.
  • Staying grounded in truth keeps you from being swept away.
  • The Holy Spirit helps you discern what is true.
  • You should test the source, substance, and spirit of what you hear.
  • Truth produces peace, love, and confidence in God—not fear or confusion 

Discernment isn’t optional, it’s how you stay grounded in a world full of spiritual noise.

]]> Sun, 26 April 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill What if the most dangerous voices in your life… sound spiritual? Not every message that sounds good is true. In a world full of podcasts, clips, influencers, and endless opinions, discernment matters more than ever. John wrote to a church in crisis, that false teaching was spreading, people were leaving, and truth was being twisted. His message? Stay grounded. Stay rooted. Stay close to Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

  • Not everything that sounds spiritual is from God.
  • Staying grounded in truth keeps you from being swept away.
  • The Holy Spirit helps you discern what is true.
  • You should test the source, substance, and spirit of what you hear.
  • Truth produces peace, love, and confidence in God—not fear or confusion 

Discernment isn’t optional, it’s how you stay grounded in a world full of spiritual noise.

]]> 2229 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship Step into the Light https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17322347/2026-04-19-Message.mp3 3-1527 God isn't complicated—He's light. Pure, perfect, and without darkness. And He's inviting you into real relationship with Him. But here's the tension: you can't walk in darkness and expect closeness with a God who is light. The good news? You don't have to stay stuck. There's a way back... fully forgiven, fully clean, and fully restored.

Key Takeaways: 

  • God isn’t part light, part dark—He is completely light.
  • You can claim closeness with God and still be living distant.
  • Sin doesn’t just separate—it deceives, hides, and hardens.
  • Confession isn’t weakness—it’s the doorway back to freedom.
  • Jesus didn’t just forgive you—He fully cleansed you.

And here’s the truth most people miss: God isn’t trying to push you away from sin to control you. He’s pulling you out of darkness so you can actually live!

]]> Sun, 19 April 2026 09:00:00 CDT Jonathan Stockstill God isn't complicated—He's light. Pure, perfect, and without darkness. And He's inviting you into real relationship with Him. But here's the tension: you can't walk in darkness and expect closeness with a God who is light. The good news? You don't have to stay stuck. There's a way back... fully forgiven, fully clean, and fully restored.

Key Takeaways: 

  • God isn’t part light, part dark—He is completely light.
  • You can claim closeness with God and still be living distant.
  • Sin doesn’t just separate—it deceives, hides, and hardens.
  • Confession isn’t weakness—it’s the doorway back to freedom.
  • Jesus didn’t just forgive you—He fully cleansed you.

And here’s the truth most people miss: God isn’t trying to push you away from sin to control you. He’s pulling you out of darkness so you can actually live!

]]> 2269 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship The Path Closer To Jesus https://feedpress.me/link/22700/17319111/2026-04-12-Message.mp3 3-1526 What if you've been around Jesus… but not actually close to Him? You can know the language, attend church, and do all the right things-yet still feel distant. But God never designed your faith to be surface-level...

Key Takeaways

  • You can be near Jesus without actually knowing Him.
  • Closeness with God starts by hearing His voice through His Word.
  • Prayer isn’t just talking—it’s seeing and experiencing God personally.
  • What you focus on determines how close you feel to God.
  • God’s presence is what transforms you—not just knowledge 

The question isn’t: Does God want to be close to you? He already does. The real question is: Will you take a step closer?

]]> Sun, 12 April 2026 09:00:00 CDT Dustin West What if you've been around Jesus… but not actually close to Him? You can know the language, attend church, and do all the right things-yet still feel distant. But God never designed your faith to be surface-level...

Key Takeaways

  • You can be near Jesus without actually knowing Him.
  • Closeness with God starts by hearing His voice through His Word.
  • Prayer isn’t just talking—it’s seeing and experiencing God personally.
  • What you focus on determines how close you feel to God.
  • God’s presence is what transforms you—not just knowledge 

The question isn’t: Does God want to be close to you? He already does. The real question is: Will you take a step closer?

]]> 2807 no Bethany, Bethany Church, Jonathan Stockstill, Bethany Music, Bethany Worship