Main Thing Podcast

Pastor Steve Folmar; Chet Bergeron; Brent Johns
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This podcast encourages others to love God and people by leading them to know and follow Jesus’ truth.   

  1. FEB 5

    INSIDE COVENANT | Pastors Caden & Eden Jones

    We share how a steady walk with Jesus becomes a bold witness, from Bourbon Street evangelism to leading students toward real encounters in worship and prayer. We talk practical guards against burnout, the power of mentors, and why “uncool” testimonies matter. • childhood faith shaped by revival and healings • boldness as a learned habit through prayer • testimonies from quiet obedience, not just radical turnarounds • rhythms that refill: prayer, mentors, research, honest community • building trust with students through presence and relationship • vision for Impact: worship, safety, discipleship, depth • making prayer the first response, not the last Get to the First Response series here at Impact Student Ministry Wednesday nights at 6 30 p.m. Covenant Church Houma

    34 min

  2. JAN 22

    Alpha and Omega - The Beginning And The End

    We dive into Revelation’s claim that Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega and apply it to how we live with humility and courage in a divided culture. We hold sovereignty and responsibility together, confront spiritual elitism, and show how trust drives out anxiety. • sovereignty and human responsibility held in tension • dangers of spiritual elitism and second-tier fights • faith versus anxiety and the “yeah but” mindset • assurance of Christ’s return and hope for the future Covenant Church Houma

    25 min

  3. JAN 8

    Jesus - The Good Shepherd Who Leads Us

    We look at Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John 10 and the deep comfort of Psalm 23, then get practical about hearing his voice, counting the cost, and leading our families with balance in a busy world. We challenge the myth that busyness equals faithfulness. • Jesus as the Good Shepherd who knows our name • Changed lives and the real cost of following Jesus • Practical balance for families under schedule pressure • Youth sports, finances and setting healthy limits • Raising kids to know Jesus, not just church culture Covenant Church Houma

    31 min

  4. 12/25/2025

    Jehovah Rapha — The Lord Who Heals

    We explore Jehovah Rapha, the God who heals, beginning with Isaiah 53 and moving through spiritual, emotional, and physical healing. We trade shallow why questions for better what and how questions, and share stories that show God’s sovereignty in both miracles and suffering. • Forgiveness as obedience and freedom • How unforgiveness hinders prayer and unity • Asking for healing without shame or hype • Purpose in pain and reframing our questions Covenant Church Houma

    28 min

  5. 12/11/2025

    El Shaddai — The Almighty Who Is Enough

    We trace the name El Shaddai through Scripture and into daily life, asking how God’s all-sufficiency meets real weakness, grief, and unanswered prayer.  • meaning of El Shaddai as all-sufficient God • strength perfected in weakness from 2 Corinthians 12 • grief, depression, and learning to live theology • reordered priorities after the valley • examining belief versus control and surrender • trusting God’s purpose when thorns remain Covenant Church Houma

    25 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    Jehovah Jireh - The Lord Who Provides

    We explore Jehovah Jireh through Abraham and Isaac, connect God’s provision to the cross, and grapple with sovereignty, free will, and the shape of true needs. We push back on prosperity thinking, call for generous lives, and urge faithfulness where God has placed us. • meaning of Jehovah Jireh and God’s timely provision • honest look at the prosperity gospel across contexts • generosity as worship and mission fuel in the local church • how God’s no can be a loving yes • faithfulness in small things before larger responsibility Covenant Church Houma

    29 min

  7. 11/13/2025

    Yahweh — The I AM Who Is With Us

    We trace the meaning of Yahweh from Exodus 3 to John 8 and ask what God’s holy name demands of our worship, language, and daily lives. We wrestle with suffering, the seeker-sensitive drift, and why awe must return to the center of the church. • Yahweh as God’s covenant name and self-existence • Reverence for the Name and careful speech • Worship drift from holiness to approval seeking • Suffering, sovereignty, and counting it joy • Practical ways to recover awe in worship Covenant Church Houma

    27 min

  8. 10/30/2025

    Harvested by God: History Pt. 3

    We trace the recent history of Covenant Church through hurricanes, hard choices, and a renewed focus on Jesus. From housing hundreds after Katrina to launching a school  and changing our name, we share how mission led us to God's will.  • Why real ministry thrives outside the walls • Starting Covenant Christian Academy and growing to 500+ students • Balancing academic excellence with spiritual formation • Why we chose the name Covenant and what it means • A future vision centered on Jesus, not titles If you haven’t heard parts one and two of our church history series, go back and listen to those first to set the stage for today’s conversation. Covenant Church Houma

    21 min
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This podcast encourages others to love God and people by leading them to know and follow Jesus’ truth.   

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  • Creator
    Pastor Steve Folmar; Chet Bergeron; Brent Johns
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Main Thing Podcast
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