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Well Faith with Chris TeienAuthor: Chris Teien
The WELL Faith Podcast shares practical, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you worship, encourage, learn, and love in everyday life. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.Church in Virginia, MN, and follow and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform. Language: en-us Genres: Christianity, Kids & Family, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Joy When You Need Encouragement
Sunday, 7 December, 2025
At Christmas we see how God meets fear with encouragement. The story of Mary and Elizabeth shows how God brings the right people into our lives to strengthen our faith and help us trust his plan. Their relationship offers a clear example of how joy grows when we walk with others and rely on the Spirit’s work in us. Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18314232Key Points:Joy grows when we share life with each other – Luke 1:39–45 God sends Mary to Elizabeth for encouragement, wisdom, and confirmation. Elizabeth’s Spirit-filled welcome strengthens Mary’s faith and affirms God’s work in her life.Joy flows when we remember God’s faithfulness – Luke 1:42–45 Elizabeth reminds Mary that God is blessing her. Remembering what God has done in the past builds confidence for the future.Joy deepens when we walk in the Spirit Elizabeth is filled with the Spirit and speaks words of truth and hope. The Spirit equips believers to encourage others and live with courage.Joy glows through worship and trust – Luke 1:46–55 Mary responds in worship as she reflects on God’s mercy and purpose. Joy becomes the natural overflow of a heart resting in God’s plan.Personal Stories from Pastor Chris: Pastor Chris shares how God brought key people alongside him in ministry and church planting, providing needed encouragement, resources, and partnership at just the right times.Notable Quotes: “Joy is a contentment that God is in control.” “God often sends someone to walk with you when he calls you to something new.” “The Holy Spirit empowers us to encourage others and overflow with hope.”Actionable Takeaways:• Reflection: Identify people God has placed in your life for support and encouragement. • Daily-life application: Encourage someone who may be facing uncertainty or fear. • Spiritual step: Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you and strengthen your faith today. • Practical next step: Share part of your story with someone who needs hope this week.Scripture References: Luke 1:39–55 Ephesians 1:13 Ephesians 5:18 Romans 15:13 Acts 1:8 Acts 9:31Keywords: Mary, Elizabeth, encouragement, joy, Christmas, Holy Spirit, faith, trust, hope, Luke 1Challenge: Ask God to fill you with his Spirit and show you one person you can encourage so that joy can grow in both your life and theirs.25.1207de The WELL Faith Sermon Audio Podcast shares practical and encouraging Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you grow in your walk with Christ. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church in Virginia, MN. Follow and review on your favorite platform. Send comments to: connect@christeien.com
