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Equip for the Journey!
Welcome to the Equip Church Podcast!
Life is a journey, and we all need the right tools to navigate it well. Equip for the Journey is here to help you think biblically, live biblically, and walk empowered by the Holy Spirit as you grow in faith and step into your God-given purpose.
Equip Church is located in Columbia, MO. Our pastor is LT Bowens.
We would love to have you join us in person!
You will find our location and more about us on our website https://www.equipchurchcomo.com
Welcome to the Equip Church Podcast!
Life is a journey, and we all need the right tools to navigate it well. Equip for the Journey is here to help you think biblically, live biblically, and walk empowered by the Holy Spirit as you grow in faith and step into your God-given purpose.
Equip Church is located in Columbia, MO. Our pastor is LT Bowens.
We would love to have you join us in person!
You will find our location and more about us on our website https://www.equipchurchcomo.com
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1 Thessalonians – Part 8: Walking in the Power of the Holy SpiritIn this week's message, Pastor LT continues our journey through 1 Thessalonians with a powerful focus on what it truly means to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit.Drawing from Paul’s words to a young, thriving church, this sermon unpacks how the Holy Spirit strengthens us, transforms us, and empowers us to live out the Christian life with courage and consistency. Pastor LT highlights that the same Spirit who moved in the early believers is the same Spirit who equips us today—giving us boldness, resilience, and supernatural endurance.You’ll discover:What the Holy Spirit provides that we cannot produce on our ownHow to stay spiritually “primed” and connected to God’s powerWhy weakness is not a limitation, but an invitation to divine strengthHow obedience, prayer, and spiritual hunger position us to walk in God’s power dailyThis message is both deeply practical and spiritually stirring, reminding us that the Christian life is not lived by human effort alone, but by the active, empowering presence of the Spirit.Listen and be encouraged to walk in the fullness of God’s power in every area of your life.
In today’s powerful sermon, Josh Woodward invites us into a deeper longing for the “secret place” with God—a place of intimacy, pursuit, and transformation.Drawing from Jeremiah 29:13 — “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” — Josh unpacks what it truly means to seek God with a whole heart and to cultivate a hunger that pulls us closer to His presence.This message challenges us to evaluate the distractions, desires, and pursuits that compete for our devotion and calls us to return to the quiet place where God reveals His heart.Whether you’re new in your walk with Christ or longing to go deeper, this first installment lays the foundation for a lifestyle marked by pursuit, passion, and presence.Tune in and let God stir a fresh hunger within you for the secret place.
In this week’s message, “Labor of Love: The Hard Work of a Soft Heart,” Pastor LT continues our journey through 1 Thessalonians 1:1–3 (ESV)—a passage where Paul commends the believers for their work of faith and labor of love.Love isn’t easy—but it’s powerful. True love costs something. It’s the kind of love that keeps serving when it’s tired, forgiving when it’s wounded, and believing the best even when it’s hard.Through this message, Pastor LT shares three powerful truths about love:Love Is More Powerful Than Our Actions — real love goes deeper than what we do; it transforms why we do it.Love Is a Powerful Compass — love keeps us moving in the right direction when life tries to pull us off course.Love Is the Most Powerful Force — it changes hearts, heals wounds, and reflects the very nature of God.Discover how to keep your heart soft in a hard world and let God’s love become the driving force behind everything you do.🎧 Listen now to “Labor of Love: The Hard Work of a Soft Heart” and let God renew your passion to love deeply, serve faithfully, and live intentionally.
In this week’s message, “Work of Faith — Faith That Acts, Not Just Believes,” Pastor LT explores 1 Thessalonians 1:1–3 (ESV), where Paul commends the church for their work of faith, labor of love, and steadfastness of hope.Faith isn’t passive—it moves, it acts, and it produces visible fruit. True faith doesn’t just believe in God; it believes Godenough to obey, serve, and stand firm even when the outcome isn’t clear.Through this message, Pastor LT reveals that:Faith acts even when it can’t see the finish line.Faith works because love fuels it.Faith perseveres when others give up.Faith without works is incomplete.Faith that acts changes lives—starting with yours.Discover how to live out a working faith that impacts your world and brings glory to God through every step of obedience.🎧 Listen now to “Work of Faith — Faith That Acts, Not Just Believes” and let your faith come alive in action.
In today’s message, “Intercession — The Invisible Backbone of Strength and Stability,” Pastor LT unpacks 1 Thessalonians 1:2, where Paul says, “We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly making mention of you in our prayers.”True strength in the church doesn’t come from what’s seen on stage—it comes from what’s done in secret through intercession. Prayer is the invisible backbone that holds up God’s people, fuels revival, and sustains faith through every trial.Through this message, Pastor LT shares that intercession:Connects us to God’s heart for others.Protects and strengthens the body of Christ.Releases breakthrough in unseen battles.Builds stability in seasons of pressure.Keeps love alive when words fall short.Discover how your prayers can shape destinies and strengthen the spiritual foundation of others—even when no one sees.
In today’s message, “Encouragement — Fueling Faith in Others,” Pastor LT unpacks 1 Thessalonians 1:2–3, where Paul celebrates the Thessalonian church’s work of faith, labor of love, and steadfastness of hope.Encouragement is more than a kind word—it’s spiritual fuel that strengthens hearts, builds faith, and keeps us moving forward in God’s purpose. Through this powerful teaching, Pastor LT shares how encouragement can:Help Open Doors for Others — a simple word of faith can unlock new opportunities.Strengthen Us to Embrace Our Calling — encouragement reminds us who we are in Christ.Help Us Receive Our Breakthrough — encouragement revives hope right before the miracle.Help Us Take a Stand — encouragement gives courage when the world shakes.Make a Big Difference — one word of encouragement can change the course of someone’s life.Discover how your encouragement can echo through eternity and fuel faith in everyone around you.🎧 Listen to “Encouragement — Fueling Faith in Others” and be inspired to speak life, strengthen others, and build a culture of faith-filled encouragement.
In today’s message, “How to Pursue Peace,” Pastor LT unpacks the powerful greeting from Paul in 1 Thessalonians 1:1— “Grace to you and peace.” Peace isn’t something we stumble into; it’s something we intentionally pursue through relationship with God.Pastor LT shares how true peace flows from five key postures of the heart:Prayer — Peace begins when you bring your worries and desires before God.Obedience — Peace grows when you choose God’s will over your own.Faith — Peace endures when you trust that God is working all things for your good.Jesus’ Righteousness — Peace rests on knowing you’re made right with God, not by your performance, but by Christ’s finished work.Surrender — Peace comes when you stop striving to control and start trusting God fully.Accepting Your Uniqueness — Peace deepens when you embrace who God made you to be instead of comparing yourself to others.Discover how pursuing peace God’s way leads to freedom, confidence, and rest for your soul.🎧 Listen to “How to Pursue Peace” and let God’s grace guide you into a life anchored by prayer, obedience, faith, and surrender.
In today’s message, “Pictures of Grace,” Pastor LT opens our new series in 1 Thessalonians with a powerful look at verse 1 — “Grace to you and peace.” What does grace really look like in the life of a believer? Using the acronym G.R.A.C.E., Pastor LT paints five vivid portraits of God’s grace at work:G — Grace Guides us when we don’t know the way.R — Grace Rescues us from what we could never escape alone.A — Grace is Accessible to all who believe.C — Grace is Christ Himself—grace isn’t just a concept, it’s a person.E — Grace is Expensive—free to us, but paid in full by Jesus.Discover how grace not only saves but sustains you through every season of life.🎧 Listen now to “Pictures of Grace” and be reminded that God’s grace meets you right where you are—and never leaves you there.
In the first message of our new series on 1 Thessalonians, Hope in the Midst of Persecution, Pastor LT challenges us with the call: “Don’t Live Under the Radar.” Using the story of the Sons of Sceva (Acts 19:13–16) as a warning, we’re reminded that a faith kept hidden bears little fruit.Walking through Paul’s experiences in Thessalonica (Acts 17) and the Thessalonian believers’ response (1 Thessalonians 1 & 3), this sermon shows us that the gospel will stir up opposition—but that’s proof we’re walking in God’s will. From Abel to Daniel, Stephen to Jesus, Scripture confirms the reality: “all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Timothy 3:12).Rather than seeking a “trouble-free Christianity,” we are called to live boldly above the radar—anchored in God’s Word, fueled by prayer, speaking truth in love, and making disciples wherever He places us. The message closes with the story of Jim Elliot and his missionary team, whose sacrifice sparked revival, reminding us that gospel impact often comes at great cost.Be encouraged to live steadfast, immovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58).
In the closing message of our Colossians series, Pastor LT unpacks Paul’s charge in Colossians 4:16–17: “See that you also read the letter… And say to Archippus, ‘See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord.’”Every believer has been entrusted with a ministry from God. In this sermon, Pastor LT outlines three key principles for living that calling faithfully:1️⃣ Receive the Ministry God Has Given You – recognizing that your assignment is from Him.2️⃣ Pay Attention to the Ministry God Has Given You – staying focused and watchful so you don’t drift.3️⃣ Complete the Ministry God Has Given You – finishing well and fulfilling your God-given purpose.This message challenges us to embrace our calling with clarity, commitment, and courage—so that, like Paul, we can say we have run the race and finished the work God set before us.
Responding to the Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk – Pray to Stand, Grow, and Go -Colossians: Part 16 (Chapter 4:7-18)Description:In this week’s message, Pastor LT begins with a heartfelt response to the martyrdom of Christian commentator Charlie Kirk. Was Charlie doing what the church has too often neglected—engaging culture with truth and courage? This sobering moment calls us to examine whether we’ve been shrinking back instead of standing firm.From there, Pastor LT takes us into Colossians 4:7–18 (ESV), where Paul highlights faithful servants and the power of prayer. Through Epaphras’s example, we learn how to:1️⃣ Pray to Stand – courageously hold to truth and shine as salt and light.2️⃣ Pray to Grow – mature in faith, wisdom, and assurance.3️⃣ Pray to Go – walk boldly into God’s mission with endurance and power.This sermon calls believers to a deeper life of intercession—prayer that equips us to face hostility, grow in maturity, and go forward with the gospel no matter the cost.🎧 Listen now and be challenged to live prayerfully, courageously, and missionally in our world today.#CharlieKirk #Colossians #PrayToStand #PrayToGrow #PrayToGo #EquipChurch #PowerOfPrayer
In this message, Pastor LT unpacks Colossians 4:5–6 (ESV): “Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.”Paul calls believers to live with wisdom and intentionality before a watching world. Pastor LT highlights how wisdom shapes both our actions and our words, helping us represent Christ well in every situation.This sermon explores:🔹 How to walk wisely and make the most of every opportunity.🔹 Why our speech should be both gracious and impactful—seasoned with salt.🔹 How to be ready with an answer that points people toward Jesus.🎧 Listen now and be equipped to live wisely, speak with grace, and influence the world around you for Christ.
In this week’s message, Pastor LT explores Colossians 4:3–4 (ESV): “At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison—4 that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak.”Paul’s request for prayer reveals the incredible power of intercession in the life of a believer and the mission of the church. Pastor LT unpacks three key truths:1️⃣ Intercession Creates Opportunity in Ministry – prayer opens doors that human effort cannot.2️⃣ Intercession Releases Power in Ministry – prayer fuels the Spirit’s work in preaching, teaching, and witnessing.3️⃣ Intercession Brings Relevancy in Ministry – prayer helps us speak God’s truth with clarity, relevance, and boldness.This sermon challenges and equips you to go deeper in praying not only for your own needs, but also for the advancement of the gospel.🎧 Listen now and discover how your prayers can shape eternity.
In this message, Pastor LT takes us into Colossians 4:2 (ESV): “Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.” Paul gives us a simple but powerful roadmap for a thriving prayer life.This sermon highlights three keys to powerful prayer:1️⃣ Continue Earnestly in Prayer – persistence and faith that refuses to quit.2️⃣ Being Watchful – staying spiritually alert to God’s leading and the enemy’s schemes.3️⃣ With Thanksgiving – cultivating gratitude that keeps our hearts aligned with God’s goodness.Discover how these three principles can transform your prayers from routine to powerful, equipping you to intercede with effectiveness and joy.🎧 Listen now and be strengthened in how you pray, watch, and give thanks
In today’s message, Pastor LT unpacks the rich and challenging passage of Colossians 3:18–25, where Paul addresses households and workplaces with a call to live God’s way—not the world’s way. From husbands and wives to parents and children, workers and leaders, we are all invited to reflect Christ in how we relate to one another.This sermon explores:🔹 What biblical submission really means (and what it doesn’t)🔹 How love, obedience, and honor form the foundation for healthy relationships🔹 Why doing everything “as unto the Lord” changes our perspective and purposeYou’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how our faith affects our home life, our daily work, and our eternal reward.Let this message challenge and encourage you to represent Jesus in every relationship.🎧 Listen now and be equipped to choose God’s way—even when it’s not easy.
In this powerful and practical message, Pastor LT unpacks the biblical command from Colossians 3 for husbands to love their wives as Christ loves the Church. This is more than a feeling—it’s a daily decision to serve, honor, protect, and cherish. Drawing from Scripture and real-life application, Pastor LT challenges husbands to lead with sacrificial love, create a safe and nurturing home, and reflect the heart of Jesus in their marriage.Whether you’re married, preparing for marriage, or simply want to grow in Christlike love, this message will inspire you to see marriage as a ministry and your spouse as your God-given treasure.
Submission isn’t about weakness—it’s about power, order, and purpose. In this message, Pastor LT breaks down the misunderstood word “submission” through the lens of Colossians 3:18 and the life of Christ.Drawing from Greek word studies, biblical illustrations, and real-life application, this sermon reveals how submission unlocks grace, releases authority, and produces lasting fruit. Jesus modeled it. The early church practiced it. And we’re called to walk in it.📖 Key Scriptures:• Colossians 3:18• Luke 22:42• James 4:6–7• Ephesians 5:21• Matthew 8:9–10• John 15:4–5• 1 Peter 5:6💡 Main Themes:Submission is strength under controlJesus submitted firstGrace flows to the humbleMutual submission brings unityAuthority flows through alignmentAbiding is submittingGod promotes the surrenderedWhether you’re leading a family, walking through spiritual battles, or simply seeking to grow deeper in Christ, this message will equip you to submit—not out of fear, but out of faith.🎧 Listen now and be empowered to align with God’s perfect design.
In this week's message, Pastor LT dives into the powerful truth of Colossians 3:17 and unpacks two essential filters that can guide every word and every action:Do it in the name of the Lord – living under Christ’s authority, character, and approval.Give thanks to God – keeping gratitude at the center of our lives.These filters are more than religious language—they’re a practical, spiritual grid to help us live with purpose, alignment, and joy. Pastor LT challenges us to ask:👉 Does this represent Jesus well?👉 Am I doing this with a thankful heart?Whether you’re navigating relationships, work, or worship, this message provides a clear, biblical framework for living out your faith in everyday life.
In this powerful and practical message, Pastor LT walks us through what it means to “dress for success” in the kingdom of God. Drawing from Colossians 3:12–17, we discover that spiritual clothing matters—and God has given us a new wardrobe to wear as His chosen people.This week’s message breaks down three essential principles:Be Intentional – We must choose to put on compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience each day.Be With Others – Spiritual growth happens in community. Forgiveness, peace, and gratitude flourish when we’re connected to one another.Be In Love – Above all, love is what binds it all together and brings maturity to our walk with Christ.You’ll be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to step into your identity in Christ—and wear it well.🧥 It’s time to get dressed on purpose.💬 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly
In Part 7 of our Colossians series, Pastor LT unpacks Colossians 3:1–11, a powerful call to live from our new identity in Christ. In a world that constantly pulls us in different directions, this passage reminds us how to stay anchored in who we truly are—and how not to lose ourselves in the noise.Paul writes, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” But what does that look like practically? Pastor LT walks us through:How to die to the old self and its habitsWhat it means to be hidden with Christ in GodHow to put off false identities rooted in anger, lust, pride, and fearAnd how to live out of the renewed self, made in the image of our CreatorThis message is an invitation to stop striving, stop pretending, and stop performing—and instead, embrace your real lifethat is found in Christ alone.🎧 Tune in now to learn how to live with clarity, confidence, and a kingdom mindset in the middle of a confusing culture.
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