The More and Better Disciples Podcast

Grace Fellowship
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Following Jesus extends beyond Sunday. The More and Better Disciples Podcast is for Christians who want to go deeper than what we have time for on Sundays and live out their faith the rest of the week. Each episode picks up where the sermon leaves off — exploring the tensions, questions, and real-life implications of Scripture that don’t always fit into a weekend message. Hosted by leaders from Grace Fellowship, this biweekly podcast engages in honest conversation, biblical depth, and pastoral insight to help you move from simply hearing God’s Word to actually following Jesus in everyday life. If you’re hungry for deeper understanding, practical discipleship, and a faith that shapes how you live Monday through Saturday, this podcast is for you.

  1. Jun 23

    Standing Firm in the Faith: Parenting, Marriage, and Faith at Home

    In this episode, we continue a conversation around what it means to “stand firm in the faith,” moving beyond theory and into the everyday realities of marriage, parenting, and family life. We’re joined by Allee and Debbie, who bring their perspective as both daughters and mothers, reflecting on faith being woven into daily decisions, conversations, and even moments of conflict. A major focus of this discussion connects back to the recent Father’s Day message where we explored what biblical fatherhood looks like beyond provision alone. While providing for a family is essential, the conversation challenges the idea that it stops there. We talk honestly about the call for fathers to also be present, emotionally engaged, spiritually grounded, and intentional in nurturing the hearts of their children. From there, the conversation opens up into real stories about how faith was modeled in the home, how disagreements were handled in front of the kids, what it looked like to navigate seasons of pressure and church leadership, and how those experiences shaped their understanding of God, family, and forgiveness. We also reflect on the tension many families feel between work and home life, and how intentional decisions, both good and imperfect, form the culture of a household over time. At the center of it all is this idea: standing firm in the faith isn’t just about what you believe, it’s about how those beliefs are lived out in marriage, parenting, and the everyday rhythms of family life, especially when things get messy. Submit your questions to podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  2. Jun 9

    When God Feels Silent

    In this episode of the More and Better Disciples Podcast, the conversation starts with a light “Better Call Saul” reference that quickly turns into a deeper reflection on what it feels like when God seems silent in your life. From Paul’s hidden years in Tarsus to the unexpected growth of the church in Antioch, the discussion explores how God is often doing His most important work in seasons that do not look like much from the outside. We talk about leadership not as position or platform but as influence formed in obscurity. What does it mean when you know you have a calling but nothing around you seems to confirm it yet? And how do you stay faithful in those in between seasons? The conversation also turns to Antioch, a church that embraced diversity, sent people out instead of building inward comfort, and became a launching point for the expansion of the gospel. Whether you feel unseen, stuck, or simply unsure of what God is doing, this episode is a reminder that silence is not absence and formation often happens long before clarity arrives. To submit questions: podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  3. May 26

    Behind the Sermon: How Campus Pastors Prep for Sermons

    What happens before a sermon is ever preached? In a more “behind-the-scenes” episode of the More and Better Disciples podcast, Tim, Jesse, Isaac, and Mat sit down to talk candidly about the sermon preparation process, the pressure of preaching, and the ways God often works on the preacher before the message ever reaches the congregation. From the overlooked book of Obadiah to Psalm 34 and Exodus 34, the conversation explores pride, assumptions about God, loving your enemies, seeking the Lord, and learning to bless God even in difficult seasons. The team also discusses the challenge of narrowing down big biblical themes, the reality of rewriting sermons late in the process, and how pastors sharpen one another through feedback and collaboration before Sunday arrives. Along the way, there are stories, movie references, sports analogies, and honest moments about faith, justice, discipleship, and what it really looks like to prepare a message week after week. Whether you’ve preached before or have never thought about what goes into a sermon, this episode offers a candid look behind the curtain at the work, prayer, and process involved in teaching God’s Word. Submit your questions to podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  4. May 12

    Do Soulmates Exist?

    Are soulmates actually biblical? Is there really “one person” out there for you or do Christians have more freedom than we think? In this episode, the conversation dives deep into dating, singleness, marriage, and the pressure many people feel to “find the one.” The team unpacks the modern soulmate idea, what Scripture actually says about relationships, and how Christians can navigate dating in a culture shaped by apps, hookup culture, and unrealistic expectations. They also tackle practical questions about discerning God’s will, handling uncertainty, pursuing marriage without obsession, and learning to trust God even when life doesn’t unfold the way we hoped. Whether you’re single, dating, divorced, widowed, married, or just trying to understand healthy Christian relationships, this episode offers honest conversation, biblical perspective, and encouragement to follow God faithfully in whatever season you’re in. Submit your questions to podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  5. May 5

    Rethinking Marriage and Singleness

    In this episode, we step into a deeper conversation about marriage and singleness through the lens of Scripture, history, and real-life tension. Looking at figures like John Wesley and George Whitefield, we wrestle with honest questions about whether marriage always leads to fulfillment, how we understand God’s calling in different seasons of life, and what it means to live with undivided devotion to Christ. We also explore how the church has often emphasized marriage while unintentionally undervaluing singleness, and why both are meant to be lived with purpose under the lordship of Jesus. Whether married, single, or somewhere in between, this conversation challenges us to rethink what it means to follow Christ first—and let everything else flow from that. Submit your questions to podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  6. Apr 21

    Hard Questions About Marriage

    Marriage sounds simple until you’re actually in it. In this episode, we get into the real stuff like what happens when two people who love Jesus don’t see things the same way, when faith becomes a point of tension instead of unity, and when love feels more like a decision than a feeling. We talk about theological differences in marriage, what it looks like to stay committed when emotions aren’t there, and how to actually move toward each other instead of drifting apart. We also tackle a tough but common question: what if you’re married to someone who doesn’t believe? What does the Bible really mean when it talks about being “sanctified” in that kind of relationship and what responsibility (or pressure) does that put on you? Along the way, we get into communication, unmet expectations, why your spouse can’t be everything for you, and how to figure out what your marriage actually needs instead of trying to fit into someone else’s framework. Grace, honesty, and a lot of real talk: this one's for every married person, every hurting person, and anyone who wants to understand what a God-honoring marriage can look like. Submit your questions to podcast@gracefellowship.com Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  7. Apr 8

    Hope, Doubt, and the Resurrection

    Easter is over but how do we continue feeling hopeful? In this episode, we go deeper into the rich and mysterious account of Jesus and the disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24), unpacking the questions the Sunday message didn't have time to answer: Who were these disciples? Why couldn't they recognize Jesus? What did that three-and-a-half hour Bible study actually look like? But the conversation doesn't stay in the first century. What do you do when you believe in Jesus but still feel completely hopeless about your life? When the circumstances haven't changed, the sadness is real, and Easter Sunday came and went without moving the needle? This episode speaks honestly to that experience, including a personal story of a faith crisis that nearly didn't resolve, and the three things that can bring someone back from the edge of walking away entirely. Whether you're full of doubt, going through the motions, or just curious about some of the stranger details in the Easter story, this conversation is worth your time! Watch the Easter sermon: https://youtu.be/FNbu05wtGUk ───────── Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York’s Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

  8. Mar 31

    What Are the Odds? - Setting Your Mind on What Matters

    What are the odds… that two pastors preach almost the exact same message without planning it? We are joined by Latham Campus Pastor Mat Saxon in this episode of the More and Better Disciples Podcast. we start with March Madness brackets (and questionable decision-making in building those brackets)… and end up in a deep conversation about the power of the mind in the Christian life. What you fix your mind on is shaping who you’re becoming. We talk about: Why your thoughts matter more than you thinkHow your habits are forming youWhat Jesus really meant when He cried out on the crossAnd why the cross is where God’s love and justice meet perfectly Plus, we tackle a big question: Did God actually forsake Jesus? Whether you’re new to faith or have been following Jesus for years, this episode will challenge you to take a closer look at what’s shaping your mind and your life. ***Learn more about Alpha: https://gracefellowship.com/alpha *** ————————————

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Following Jesus extends beyond Sunday. The More and Better Disciples Podcast is for Christians who want to go deeper than what we have time for on Sundays and live out their faith the rest of the week. Each episode picks up where the sermon leaves off — exploring the tensions, questions, and real-life implications of Scripture that don’t always fit into a weekend message. Hosted by leaders from Grace Fellowship, this biweekly podcast engages in honest conversation, biblical depth, and pastoral insight to help you move from simply hearing God’s Word to actually following Jesus in everyday life. If you’re hungry for deeper understanding, practical discipleship, and a faith that shapes how you live Monday through Saturday, this podcast is for you.

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