Bridgewater Hallstead’s Podcast

Everyone spends their life serving someone or something. Over 3,000 years ago Joshua asks Israel a question that is still relevant today. Who will you serve? Our gods today are not of wood and metal, they are things like popularity, achievement, pleasure and safety. But there is only one who is worthy of your service. Will you be a servant of the Living God?

Passage: Joshua 24:14-25

Speaker: David Wyman

God describes our relationship with Him in many ways like servant or child. But perhaps the most gracious and undeserved title he bestows is friend. If you have made Jesus your forgiver and leader, you are God’s friend. That friendship means the love, knowledge, joy, purpose and generosity of the Creator of the Universe is yours! These are not treasures you work toward – you have them now! Will you ignore them or embrace the friendship He offers?

Passage: John 15:9-17

Speaker: Kevin Stiles

Many people define themselves by their careers, relationships, appearance, or abilities, but these aspects of identity are fundamentally unstable because they can change or be lost. Real identity is not determined by what we do or what others say about us. The Bible teaches that our true identity is grounded in what God has done and what He says about us. Join us as we explore what God declares about our identity to discover our truest selves.

Sermon Description: Who are you? You are not defined by what others say about you, or even by what you think about yourself. You are who God says you are. For those who made Jesus their forgiver and leader, God says you are not a slave to your desires, you are free, and you are His child. Join us as we discover what that means and how you can step into who you really are.

Passage: Romans 8:12-17

Speaker: Kevin Stiles

 

The Bible is a rather large and at times confusing book - so how am I supposed to understand it? How can I build a habit of being in the Bible consistently? This week in DIY, we focus on HOW to study the Bible. We will give a step-by-step guide to follow to read and ask questions of God’s Word so that we can actually open up our lives to the power of God’s Word to change us.

Passage: James 1:21, 22-25

Speaker: David Wyman

 

Research has shown that personal Bible reading is the most powerful discipline for spiritual growth - and yet many of us struggle to make it happen consistently or to get much from it if we do. If you want real, lasting change in your life, join us as we discover the power of DIY - reading the Bible on your own instead of relying on a “professional” to do what only you can do.

Many Christians rely on pastors, podcasts, and books to tell them what the Bible says instead of reading it themselves. But according to 2 Peter 1:3, God has already given you everything you need for spiritual transformation—and it's found in His Word. Research backs this up: reading the Bible just 4+ times a week dramatically increases spiritual maturity and impacts

Passage: 2 Peter 1:3, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Speaker: David Wyman

Parenting isn’t about instant results—it’s about faithful consistency. In Galatians 6, Paul reminds us that we always reap what we sow. The seeds we plant in our homes today—through prayer, encouragement, discipline, and love—will one day grow into a spiritual harvest in our children’s lives. Consistency doesn’t mean perfection; it means showing up, even when progress feels slow. God uses small, steady steps to produce lasting fruit. The truth is, our greatest influence doesn’t come from grand moments—it comes from daily faithfulness lived out at home.

Passage: Galatians 6:7–10

Speaker: Josh Jones

Parenting isn’t about instant results—it’s about faithful consistency.

In Week 3 of the PG Podcast, Josh and Kristin Jones go deeper into Sunday’s message, Daily Decisions, Lifelong Impact, answering real questions about what it looks like to stay steady when progress feels slow. From disciplining through different stages to parenting unique temperaments, they discuss how small, daily decisions shape a lifelong spiritual harvest.

If you’re weary, discouraged, or wondering whether what you’re doing even matters, this episode is a reminder: don’t mistake invisibility for insignificance. God uses daily faithfulness to produce lasting fruit.

Every family faces conflict—but not every family handles it well. In Ephesians 4, Paul reminds us that the goal isn’t avoiding conflict; it’s honoring God through it. Healthy homes are built when parents speak truth with love, control their emotions instead of being controlled by them, and lead with grace even when tensions rise. “Fighting fair” means we don’t let anger take over or bitterness take root. Instead, we model for our children what forgiveness looks like in real time. The way we handle conflict teaches them more about Jesus than our words ever could.

Passage: Ephesians 4:25-28, 31-32; Romans 5:8-11

Speaker: Kevin Stiles

Conflict is inevitable—but it doesn’t have to be destructive.

In Week 2 of the PG Podcast, Josh and Kristin Jones go deeper into Sunday’s message, Fighting Fair, Leading Well, and answer real questions about handling conflict in a way that honors God and strengthens relationships.

They talk about cultivating honesty and self-control, modeling repentance and forgiveness, understanding childishness vs. sinfulness, and using conflict as a discipleship moment. If you’ve ever felt behind or unsure how to reset the tone in your home, this episode offers practical encouragement and simple next steps.

The way we handle conflict teaches our kids more about Jesus than our words ever could.

Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about direction. In this 3-week series, we’ll explore God’s blueprint for shaping the next generation by focusing on what matters most: who we and our kids are becoming. From building character that lasts, to handling conflict with grace, to staying consistent when it’s hard, this series will equip parents to lead their families with faith, wisdom, and love.

Before God ever talks about parenting practices, He talks about the parent’s heart. In Deuteronomy 6, Moses reminds Israel that raising godly children starts with loving God deeply. Character doesn’t come from rules —it flows from relationship. We can’t pass down what we don’t possess. Building the heart before the house means letting God shape us before we try to shape them. It means talking about God’s truth not just in church, but in the daily rhythms of life—around the dinner table, in the car, and at bedtime. When parents love God first, live with integrity, and repeat His truth with intentionality, they create an environment where character grows naturally.

Passage: Matthew 15:8; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Matthew 7:21-23

Speaker: David Wyman