Westside Podcast
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
Episodes
439 episodes
Hope in the Waiting With Shameka | Trusting God’s Timing When Life Feels Stuck
There are seasons when life feels backwards, confusing and stuck. In this conversation, Jess talks with her friend Shameka about what it looks like to find real hope while you wait, trust God when nothing makes sense and discover that He has be...
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How to Have More Hope | Hope is Here
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about How to Have More Hope.#hope #christmas #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian...
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How to Hold Onto Hope When Life Feels Loud
How do you hold onto real hope when life feels loud, chaotic, and full of distractions? In this week’s Midweek Motivation re-air, Pastor Jess sits down with psychologist and coach Nancy Castile to unpack how trust in God brings clarity, calm, a...
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Why We Need Hope Now | Hope is Here
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Why We Need Hope Now.#hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservice #christian #sermon #wo...
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How to Build a Legacy of Faith: Three Generations Share Their Story
This week on Midweek Motivation, we’re wrapping up our Legendary Living series with something incredibly special — a three-generation conversation about legacy, faithfulness, and the impact one life can have on an entire family line. Pastor Gab...
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Pass It On | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad and Ken Wooten bring us a message about Passing It On.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fu...
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How to Shape the Next Generation: Presence, Character, and Consistency
This week’s Midweek Motivation dives deep into one of the most important conversations we can have as parents, leaders, mentors, and followers of Jesus: How do we raise up the next generation well? Jess introduces a powerful, heartfelt...
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How to Raise Champions | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about How to Raise Champions.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchu...
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Walking in Wisdom: A Conversation with Pastor Ken
This week we’re joined by someone incredibly special to the Westside family — Pastor Ken, who has spent over 50 years loving, leading, and encouraging our church. In this episode we dive deeper into Sunday’s message on wisdom, exploring what it...
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The Wisdom Blueprint: When Smart Isn't Enough | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad & Jessica Bishop bring us a message about The Wisdom Blueprint: When Smart Isn't Enough.#legendaryliving #bibl...
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Step Out of Your Comfort Zone | Trusting God with Your Dream
This week, Pastor Gabe Kolstad sits down with Colby and Jan to talk about what it really means to live your dream life for God.Both of their stories show that following God’s calling often means stepping out...
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A Moment Like This | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about A Moment Like This.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchs...
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Isolation Is Terminal | The Power of Brotherhood in Men’s Alliance
This week, Jess sits down with Matt Casteel and Steve Quick (aka “Clean Cut” and “Flash”) to unpack the powerful movement happening among the men of Westside — Men’s Alliance.Discover what’s drawing dozens...
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When God Says "Go" And You're Not Ready | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe & Caleb Kolstad brings us a message about When God Says "Go" And You're Not Ready.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope...
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Building Integrity That Lasts: Strength for the Tests of Life
Integrity isn’t just about what we believe—it’s about what holds those beliefs together when life pulls us in every direction. In this episode, Caleb joins as the guest to talk about what true integrity looks like, how it’s tested, and how we c...
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Integrity In The Shadows | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Stephen Radie brings us a message about Integrity In The Shadows.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #full...
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Obedience That Brings Peace: When Saying “Yes” Leads to Freedom
Obedience isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom. In this week’s Midweek Motivation, Jess sits down with Skip, a longtime Westsider who’s been walking in recovery and faith for over 44 years. Together, they explore how obedience to God lead...
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The Power of Letting Go | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about The Power of Letting Go.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullch...
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What Is Truth How to Find Solid Ground in a World of Opinions
Wrestling with Pilate’s old question—“What is truth?” In a world of hot takes and endless scrolling, Jess and longtime friend Tracy unpack how to discern real, objective truth, build a life on it, and live it out with courage and ...
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Standing Firm | Legendary Living
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Gabe Kolstad brings us a message about Standing Firm.#legendaryliving #biblelegends #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchservic...
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How to Help a Friend Find Their Way Back to God
Everest climbers don’t summit alone—they follow a sherpa who knows the route, carries the load, and won’t quit. In this week’s Midweek Motivation, Jess shows how to become a spiritual “sherpa” for your ONE across Westside’s three mountains: Jes...
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Lost. Found. Home. | 4 THE 1
Follow along with message notes at https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/notes-resourcesJoin us as Pastor Gabe brings us a message about being Lost. Found. Home.#fortheone #lovelikejesus #hope #Jesus #fullservice #fullchurchse...
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Share Your Story With Boldness: Simple Prep, Real Impact
Found people find people. Today, Jess walks you through a simple, practical way to prepare your testimony so you can share Jesus with confidence—without needing a “dramatic” story. We’ll reflect on where God has shown up, pray for boldne...
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