Relevant Church Podcast

Season 2 of The Good Life Podcast is officially here! 🎙️In this premiere episode, we kick off a brand-new season by setting the tone for what’s ahead, an honest conversations about faith, life, leadership, and what it really means to live The Good Life God designed for you.This episode dives into real struggles, real questions, and real growth, reminding us that following Jesus isn’t about perfection — it’s about trust, obedience, and showing up even when it’s hard. Whether you’re new to faith, rebuilding your faith, or just looking for encouragement, this conversation is for you.

You don’t have a behavior problem, you have a truth problem.In Romans 1:16–20, Paul reminds us that truth isn’t something we create or feel into existence; it’s something God reveals. This message confronts the lies of relativism, self-created identity, and pluralism, and calls us back to living by faith, not feelings.The gospel reveals the righteousness of God, the power of salvation, and the truth that sets us free. The question is simple: Will you live by feelings, or will you live by faith?Tune in to The Good Life Podcast weekly to explore this week’s message and other topics that will help you live The Good Life God designed for you.https://youtube.com/@thegoodlifewithcarlnichols?si=OhfsNYn9VCKliXlU

I’ve Got Issues | “I’ve Got Faith Issues” | Pastor Carl NicholsMost people don’t struggle with believing in God, they struggle with trusting God.In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols challenges a common misconception about faith. We don’t usually doubt God’s existence; we wrestle with whether He is truly good and trustworthy. Using Romans 1 and Hebrews 11, this teaching unpacks what faith really is, how it grows, and how it’s revealed through obedience.

If you don’t know who you are, you’ll keep acting out of who you’re not.We’re living in a time where identity confusion is everywhere. Culture is shaping how people see themselves, often in ways that leave them feeling replaceable, self-made, and ultimately lost. In this message, we confront the root of the issue and return to the truth of who we are in Christ.

Christmas is not just the celebration of a birth—it’s the arrival of hope into a hopeless world. Join Pastor Carl Nichols as he shares how the promise of Jesus meets us right in the middle of our mess.

God entrusted world-changing news to ordinary shepherds. What if He wants to do the same through you?In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols walks through Luke 2:15–20 and reminds us not to miss the moments where God is inviting us to share hope, step out in faith, and lead others to an encounter with Jesus.

What if you’re not waiting on a miracle—what if you’re already standing inside one?In “Miracle in the Making,” Pastor Carl Nichols challenges us to see what God is already doing in our lives and in our church. Drawing from Nehemiah 12:43, this Christmas message reminds us that miracles are often not single moments, but stories God is still writing.If God has brought us this far, imagine what’s still ahead. This isn’t the end—it’s a miracle in the making.

Gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s a response. In this message, Pastor Daniel Foster walks through the story of Nehemiah to show how praise, gratitude, and generosity are always connected. When we remember God’s faithfulness, it moves us to worship… and to give. Let this message inspire you to celebrate God’s goodness and respond with a grateful heart.

As we step into the next chapter God is writing, we’re called to pray boldly and obey courageously. In Nehemiah 11, the people volunteered to move, give, and commit in ways that cost them something—but opened the door to everything God wanted to build.In this message, Pastor Carl unpacks what it means to live out our identity, beliefs, and commitments with bold faith. Obedience always costs something, but disobedience costs more. Faith takes you farther than fear wants you to go. And new chapters always require new commitments.Let’s step into the future God has for us—together.

We cleared out what doesn’t matter — now it’s time to double down on what does. In Nehemiah 10, the people didn’t just repent, they rebuilt. When God is first in our priorities, our finances, and our future, blessing follows purpose. In this message, Pastor Carl shows us how trust becomes the foundation, “first” becomes the framework, and obedience becomes the lifestyle that builds a legacy that lasts.

We all want God to build something great in our lives. But before He builds, He clears. In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols shows how clutter—spiritual, emotional, and financial—can block the very blessings we’re praying for. Through the story in Nehemiah, we learn that confession brings clarity, commitment brings change, and generosity makes room for revival. If you’re ready for God to move, it’s time to clear out the clutter.

Pastor Carl Nichols challenges us to move from passive faith to active obedience. The difference between those who just sit and those who truly make a difference is simple—obedience. Discover how God is calling you to be a laborer in His harvest, not just a spectator. The harvest is ready… will you clock in?

You don’t have to stay stuck in your pain. In this message from Pastor Carl Nichols, discover how true healing begins with honesty before God, grows as we remember His goodness, and deepens when we walk together in community. Jesus carried what broke us so He could become what heals us.

Faith isn’t born from confusion—it’s born from clarity. In this message, Pastor Carl unpacks how God’s Word, when proclaimed with courage and clarity, transforms hearts and ignites faith. Through Nehemiah 8 and Acts 2, we see how understanding brings belief, humility brings change, and boldness brings revival.

Everyone longs to belong — and God designed the Church to be more than a crowd you sit in, but a family you belong to. In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols reminds us that we are known by name, welcomed into God’s family, and called to make a difference. You were made for more — to live with identity, belonging, and purpose.

Loneliness doesn’t care about age, status, or success—we all feel it. But you’re not forgotten. Just like Mufasa’s story and even Jesus’ own journey, loneliness doesn’t have to define your life. Join Pastor Carl as we discover hope, healing, and purpose when we feel unseen.

We’ve all felt the weight of guilt—the pit in your stomach, the shame of crossing a line, the regret of hurting someone you love. This week Pastor Daniel unpacks how godly sorrow leads to freedom, grace, and a new future. Don’t let guilt write your story—let grace rewrite it.

When anxiety attacks, you don’t have to fight alone. God’s peace guards your heart, His presence gives you rest, and His power makes you strong. With Him, fear doesn’t win—faith does.

Grief touches every life, but it doesn’t have to define the end of the story. In this message, Pastor Carl Nichols reminds us that grief is the evidence of love—and when we bring our brokenness to God, He heals, comforts, and gives us strength to press forward. Discover how your pain can become purpose, and how the greater adventure begins when you release the past and step into the destiny God has marked out for you.

You were never meant to settle for survival—you were made for more. Made For More is a powerful series walking through the book of Nehemiah, reminding us that God often breaks something in us before He rebuilds through us. Each week, we explore what it means to be Relevant—not just in name, but in how we respond to pain, pressure, and purpose. From praying through the pain to embracing divine burdens, we’re learning that discomfort is often the birthplace of calling. This series also challenges us to make bold asks, rise above the noise, and stand firm in the face of spiritual battles. It’s not just about what we’re building—but who we’re becoming in the process. If you’ve ever felt like there’s more in you than what you’re living, this series is your invitation to step into it.