Westside Podcast

Westside Community Church
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This is the official weekly podcast of Westside Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon. We’re made up of a variety of people who like to keep it real, don’t take themselves too seriously and who want to get the most out of life.  At Westside, we welcome people from all walks of life – in fact, there are NO PERFECT PEOPLE ALLOWED! We strive to be a "safe place to investigate faith" so people can come as they are and be themselves while they explore who Jesus is, find friends and make a difference.   We post content here that is practical, helpful, and relevant to real life. We hope you'll find the inspiration, motivation and help to grow. #help #hope #practical #jesus #growth #spiritualgrowth #nojudgment

  1. You Can't Heal What You Hide

    1D AGO

    You Can't Heal What You Hide

    Send us Fan Mail We've all had that moment — the panic of being exposed, the instinct to run, to hide, to pretend it didn't happen. But what if that Christ-exposed moment was never meant to destroy you — but to heal you? In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Jess unpacks the real meaning of shame, why it's more than just a feeling, and how the Holy Spirit walks us through it toward freedom, restoration, and grace. Discover: Why shame is a human experience of exposure — not just an emotionThe instinct to hide and how it traces all the way back to Adam and EveWhat Jesus taught about the Holy Spirit's role in conviction, truth, and identity (John 14–16)Three common responses to shame — and why only one leads to real freedomPractical steps to take when shame shows up in your lifeReflection: If you've ever carried the weight of something you thought defined you, this episode is your reminder that brokenness is not your identity. God's first instinct when you feel exposed isn't to condemn — it's to pursue. The Holy Spirit doesn't leave you stuck in shame. He reminds you who you are in Christ, reveals truth, and guides you forward. Freedom is waiting on the other side of what you've been hiding. Key Takeaways: Shame is the human experience of exposure when something broken comes to light — it's deeper than a feelingHumanity's first instinct is to hide; God's first instinct is to pursueThe Holy Spirit reminds us of what Jesus said, convicts with truth, and guides us into that truthYou cannot heal what you hide — healing requires bringing brokenness into the lightShame can be a doorway, but it was never meant to be a home — don't carry it with youGod exposes and convicts to heal, not to shameQuestion for you to think about: What would change in your life if you stopped hiding and let those moments of conviction lead you back to God? Calls to Action: If this encouraged you, hit that subscribe button so you never miss an episode. Drop a comment and let us know — what's one thing that stood out to you? Share this with someone who needs to hear it this week. And if you're in the Portland area, we'd love to see you at a Westside service. LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/give STAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx #MidweekMotivation #WestsideCommunityChurch #ShameAndGrace #IdentityInChrist #HolySpiritGuide #YouCantHealWhatYouHide #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndFreedom #GraceOfGod #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianEncouragement #WalkInTruth #GodsGrace #PortlandChurch

    17 min
  2. Search Party | Broken Things Restored

    3D AGO

    Search Party | Broken Things Restored

    Send a text Welcome to Westside! Engage in the chat and Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Stephen Radie brings us a message about Search Party. #broken #repaired #restored #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2026sermon #churchonline #stephenradie Westside is a place made up of real people from all walks of life. We are a “come as you are” church that strives to be a safe place for people to investigate faith. No matter your story, questions, doubts or struggles, we’re glad you’re here today. LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/give STAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx/

    38 min
  3. Why Most Christians Aren't Actually Ready for Easter

    MAR 12

    Why Most Christians Aren't Actually Ready for Easter

    Send a text This Easter, are you preparing your invite list — or your heart? In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Jess and Caleb break down what it actually means to prepare for Easter, why most of us default to "get it done" mode, and how grounding yourself in the sacrifice of Jesus changes the way you invite, serve, and show up for your community. Discover: What we're really preparing for when we prepare for EasterWhy Easter isn't just the "church Super Bowl" — and how to treat it differentlyThe connection between personal conviction and powerful invitationsCaleb's daily morning routine for staying grounded in scripture and prayerHow the Garden of Gethsemane reveals Jesus' model for handling pressureWhy prayer is the single most important step you can take right nowA practical discipleship tool (the Bless app) to help you live out the Great CommissionyGET THE BLESS APP: https://app.blesseveryhome.com/ Reflection: Easter is an incredible opportunity — but opportunities without preparation are just events. Before you focus on who you're inviting, take the time to let the weight of the cross and the power of the resurrection settle into your own heart. When you're grounded in that sacrifice, everything else — your invitation, your courage, your conviction — flows from overflow, not obligation. Put your oxygen mask on first. Then go change some lives. Key Takeaways: Preparation for Easter starts with your own heart before it moves to your invite listIf you haven't processed the sacrifice yourself, you're missing the power behind the invitationPeople respond to conviction they can see in you — not just wordsPrayer is the force field that protects your mind and heart from distraction and spiritual warfareEaster is not optional enthusiasm — it's a requirement of stepping out in faith for the Great CommissionA daily rhythm of scripture, reflection, and prayer keeps you grounded year-round, not just at EasterQuestion for you to think about: When was the last time you sat with the sacrifice of Jesus long enough to actually feel it — not just know it? Calls to Action: Subscribe so you never miss an episode, drop a comment sharing how you're preparing your heart for Easter this year, and share this with someone who needs to hear it before Easter Sunday. Download the Bless app (linked below) and start walking through the discipleship process with someone in your life. LINKS & RESOURCES Download the Bless app: https://bfriendbless.com SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/give STAY CONNECTED Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx #MidweekMotivation #Easter #EasterPreparation #PrepareYourHeart #WestsideCommunityChurch #GreatCommission #PrayWithoutCeasing #FaithOverFear #ChristianPodcast #ResurrectionSunday #ChurchCommunity #BlessApp #DiscipleshipMatters #InviteSomeone #EasterSunday

    25 min
  4. Understanding Your Pain | Broken Things Restored

    MAR 10

    Understanding Your Pain | Broken Things Restored

    Send a text Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Understanding Your Pain. #broken #repaired #restored #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2026sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from all walks of life. We are a “come as you are” church that strives to be a safe place for people to investigate faith. No matter your story, questions, doubts or struggles, we’re glad you’re here today. LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/give STAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx/

    38 min
  5. Why You Keep Avoiding That Hard Conversation (And What to Do Instead)

    MAR 4

    Why You Keep Avoiding That Hard Conversation (And What to Do Instead)

    Send a text Some relationships feel too broken to fix. The silence has gone on too long. The hurt runs too deep. But what if the reason you're avoiding that conversation isn't really about the other person — it's about you? In this episode, Jess wraps up the Midweek Motivation relationships series with a raw, practical, and faith-grounded look at what it actually takes to repair a relationship worth fighting for. Discover: Why we avoid repairing relationships (fear, shame, pride, and more)How viewing conflict through the lens of eternity changes everythingWhat biblical humility actually looks like in a hard conversationThe Olive Branch Strategy — simple phrases to re-open a closed doorA four-part apology method that leads to real repentance and changeHow to take ownership even when you weren't the one who caused the hurtWhen forgiveness is possible without full reconciliationReflection: Repairing relationships isn't just emotionally healthy — it's a calling. As Christ's ambassadors, we're invited into the same work of reconciliation that God modeled toward us. That doesn't make it easy. But it does make it worth it. This episode gives you both the "why" and the "how" to take your next small step forward. Key Takeaways: Humility isn't weakness — it's the foundation of every honest, healing conversationYou can't lead someone toward repair while still holding onto defensivenessSmall olive branch moments ("Want to grab coffee?") often open the biggest doorsA real apology has four parts: acknowledge, explain, commit to change, and ask for forgivenessSometimes you need to own your part by getting clear on the expectations you never communicatedForgiveness and reconciliation are not always the same thing — discernment mattersQuestion for you to think about: Is there a relationship in your life right now where you've been waiting for the other person to make the first move — and what would it look like for you to take that step instead? Calls to Action: If this episode helped you, share it with someone who's been avoiding a hard conversation. Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and drop a comment below — we'd love to hear how this series has impacted you. LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/giveSTAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx#MidweekMotivation #RelationshipAdvice #ChristianPodcast #FaithAndRelationships #BiblicalReconciliation #HealingRelationships #ChristianLiving #RepairingRelationships #HumilityMatters #WestsideCommunityChurch #ForgivenessMeaning #ChristianGrowth #RelationshipSeries

    20 min
  6. Relationship Repair | Building Better Relationships

    MAR 2

    Relationship Repair | Building Better Relationships

    Send a text Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resources Join us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Relationship Repair. #relationships #betterrelationships #biblicalrelationships #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #worship #westside #church #2026sermon #churchonline #gabekolstad Westside is a place made up of real people from all walks of life. We are a “come as you are” church that strives to be a safe place for people to investigate faith. No matter your story, questions, doubts or struggles, we’re glad you’re here today. LINKS & RESOURCES: SUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1 Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/give STAY CONNECTED: Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx/

    36 min
  7. Staying Committed When Relationships Get Hard

    FEB 28

    Staying Committed When Relationships Get Hard

    Send a text This week on Midweek Motivation, Jess and Rachel talk about something we all feel right now: it’s getting easier to step away from people when relationships get hard. From marriage and friendships to everyday interactions, we’re living in a culture where ghosting feels normal, but God calls us to something deeper: commitment, love, patience, and peace. Discover Why “tapping out” has become the default in our cultureHow trauma, fear, and comfort can shape how we relate to peopleWhat it looks like to stay committed in marriage when it’s hardHow friendships can survive conflict and come back strongerA shift that changes everything: seeing people the way God sees themPractical biblical guidance from Romans 12 and Philippians 2Why simple moments like eye contact and a smile can be life-givingHow Jesus prioritized relationships (the 3, the 12, the 72, and the crowd) When we’re grounded in our identity in Christ, it becomes easier to show love outwardly. This episode is a reminder that we can’t control what other people do, but we can choose to do all that we can. One person at a time, one relationship at a time, we can break the cycle of “connected but alone.” Key Takeaways Commitment is a decision, not just a feelingThe hard thing is often the right thing in relationshipsNot every relationship needs the same investment, but every person deserves love and respectTime with God shapes how we treat peopleDoing “all you can” includes simple actions like reaching out, acknowledging, and staying present Question for you to think about Is there anyone in your life right now that you’ve quietly “tapped out” on, and what would it look like to take one small step toward peace? Calls to action Subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s episode. If this encouraged you, share it with a friend and leave a like or review. Want to connect in person? Come visit a Westside service this weekend at WestsideCommunityChurch.com #MidweekMotivation #WestsideCommunityChurch #Relationships #Friendship #Marriage #Commitment #Bible #Jesus #FaithInRealLife #Romans12 #Philippians2

    56 min
  8. Selfless Love: Put WE First and End the Fight in Marriage | Marriage Monthly

    FEB 27

    Selfless Love: Put WE First and End the Fight in Marriage | Marriage Monthly

    Send us Fan Mail Romance is great, but it’s not what keeps a marriage strong. In this Love Month episode, we’re shifting the focus from “be romantic” to “be selfless”—because most marriages don’t fall apart from incompatibility… they fall apart from selfishness. If you’ve felt off-track lately, overwhelmed, or stuck in tension, this episode is a jolt back on track. Discover Why “me over we” creates constant friction in marriageHow conflict is often about unmet desires, not the surface issueThe simple shift that makes love feel real again: you first = we firstWhat we learned from hosting a Love Challenge Date Night (10 fun challenges!)Why love is a verb and how your heart follows your actionsHow to build a “competition of honor” that makes marriage fun againPractical ways to say yes more often and short-circuit selfishnessA weekly Love Dare: one intentional act of selflessness every day Key Points Discussed “Real love is not me first—it’s you first.”“Marriage becomes fun again when it becomes a competition of honor.”“Love doesn’t insist on its own way—so we interrupt selfishness on purpose.” Bible Verses Mentioned James 4:1Philippians 2:3Romans 12:10Ephesians 5:251 Corinthians 13:5 Question for you Where have you been putting me over we, and what’s one small way you can put your spouse first this week? Call to Action If this encouraged you, like, subscribe, and share this episode with a couple who needs a reset. And drop a comment: What’s your one act of selflessness this week? #MarriageMonthly #ChristianMarriage #MarriageAdvice #BiblicalMarriage #MarriageHelp #HealthyMarriage #RelationshipAdvice #SelflessLove #MarriageGoals #FaithAndMarriage

    28 min
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This is the official weekly podcast of Westside Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon. We’re made up of a variety of people who like to keep it real, don’t take themselves too seriously and who want to get the most out of life.  At Westside, we welcome people from all walks of life – in fact, there are NO PERFECT PEOPLE ALLOWED! We strive to be a "safe place to investigate faith" so people can come as they are and be themselves while they explore who Jesus is, find friends and make a difference.   We post content here that is practical, helpful, and relevant to real life. We hope you'll find the inspiration, motivation and help to grow. #help #hope #practical #jesus #growth #spiritualgrowth #nojudgment

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  • Creator
    Westside Community Church
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    471
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Westside Podcast
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