Best Open Gate Church Podcasts (2025)

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Can God Really Use Someone Like Me? 29:53

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This week’s sermon explores how God works through seemingly insignificant and unworthy people—like Ruth, a Moabite outsider—to accomplish His redemptive purposes. Though the story is filled with moral ambiguity and human imperfection, it reveals the extravagant grace of God, who welcomes and uses us not because of our worthiness, but because of His…

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Pentecost +4 – Bearing Burdens

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Rev. Doug Floyd St Paul Writing His Letters (early 9th century manuscript) Pentecost +4 2025 Rev. Doug Floyd Galatians 6 Two weeks ago, Fr. Les focused our attention on these words from the Nicene Creed: We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. He proceeded to discuss how Jesus Christ founds the church, forms the believes into one holy…

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The Horizontal Gospel: Why Racial Reconciliation is Gospel Work with guest Lonnie Arnold 1:01:45

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Pastor and former police officer Lonnie Arnold shares his journey from black church upbringing through interracial marriage and law enforcement to founding the Racial Reconciliation Network. Drawing from personal experiences and scripture, Lonnie explains why racial reconciliation isn't just a social issue but a gospel issue, arguing that while the…

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Lead Them to the Gate: Come and See the Gate! 1:01:13

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The Feast of Peter and Paul

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Rev. Doug Floyd Icon of St. Peter and St. Paul The Feast of Peter and Paul Rev. Doug Floyd 2 Timothy 4:1–8, John 21:15–19 Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. [1] – St Peter For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” [2] – St. Paul Today we observe the feas…

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The Hip-Hop Scholar: Reading the Bible Like an Ancient with guest Hakeem Bradley 1:04:40

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In this episode, Peter and Malissa chat with biblical scholar Hakeem Bradley about his journey from the Five Percent Nation to New Testament PhD studies and his recent work at Bible Project. Hakeem shares his passion for reading Genesis through ancient eyes, explaining how biblical authors "sampled" creation stories like hip-hop artists sample clas…

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Pentecost +2

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Rev. Dr. Les Martin Byzantine Christ Pantocrator Pentecost +2 Rev. Dr. Les Martin Zechariah 12:8–10, 13:1, Psalm 63, Galatians 3:23–29, Luke 9:18–24 We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church – The Nicene Creed In the Name of the Living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen Just after Trinity Sunday, in the wake of Pentecost…

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Sorrow and Joy: Community, Faith, and Life After Injury with guest Cameron Horner 56:12

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In this powerful episode, host Peter Voorhees and co-host Malissa Bertella sit down with Cameron Horner, who shares his remarkable journey of faith following a life-altering spinal cord injury at age 18. With striking honesty and grace, Cameron recounts how God met him underwater during the accident that left him paralyzed, and how this moment of c…

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Aim for the Goal 22:06

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Lead them to the Gate: Lay Hold of the Prophetic Vision 58:21

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Red Bull Spritzers and Open Gates: The Messy Beauty of Real Community 55:17

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What does it really take to build authentic community where people actually belong? In this honest conversation, Peter, Josh, and Malissa explore the beautiful mess of real relationships—from opening your gate to neighbors who don't look like you, to sharing Red Bull spritzers with guarded teenagers, to navigating church hurt and disagreements with…

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Trinity Sunday – Communion of Love

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Rev. Doug Floyd Icon of the Holy Trinity by Andrei Rublev (1411) Trinity Sunday 2025 Rev. Doug Floyd John 16:12-15 St. Sergius of Radonezh’s (ra-donesh’s) whole life was devoted to the Holy Trinity.[1] He lived in the 14th century and believed that the divisions of the church and the world could only be healed through contemplation of the Trinity. …

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Is It Easier To Give Or Receive? 24:55

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This passage highlights God's gracious provision and kindness through Boaz's care for Ruth and Naomi. The sermon invites us to reflect on how God meets us in our need—not just with daily bread, but with renewed hope, dignity, and belonging. Ruth and Naomi begin to see that God is not absent, even in hard seasons—He is working behind the scenes to b…

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Enter Through the Gate! 1:00:11

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Pentecost – They were all together in one place

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Rev. Dr.. Les Martin Pentecost by Peter Paul Rubens (17th century) Pentecost 2025 – They were all together in one place Rev. Dr. Les Martin Acts 2:16 In the Name of the Living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen Having migrated from the East after the flood, the peoples gathered on the plain of Shinar, all together in one place. Thi…

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Finding Wholeness: Story, Leadership and Authentic Connection with guest Annie Horner 52:40

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Annie Horner, a counseling associate who reveals how understanding our personal stories can transform leadership and relationships. Annie shares powerful insights on breaking free from isolation, bridging the gap between biblical wisdom and mental health, and finding authentic connection in a performance-d…

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What If Revival Starts With You? 22:51

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We reflect on how Pentecost reminds us that the Holy Spirit doesn't just descend in dramatic moments but ignites personal renewal in ordinary people - people like you and me. We are invited to pray daily for revival, to rekindle the fire in our own hearts, and to boldly share that flame with others. What if the next move of God starts not somewhere…

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Lead Them to the Gate: The Revelation of God 1:00:17

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Easter 7 – The End and the Beginning

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Rev. Doug Floyd Tree of Life Cross – 12th century Basilica of San Clemente (Rome) Easter 7 2025 Rev. Doug Floyd Revelation 22 Today, we come to the end of The Revelation. As we come to the end of The Revelation, we realize we are back at the beginning. In Revelation 22:13, Jesus says, “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the begin…

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From Acts 29 to Anglicanism with our guest Fr. Rob Steinbach 55:33

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In this vulnerable and heartfelt conversation, Peter Voorhees sits down with Father Rob Steinbach, who shares his journey from Acts 29 church planter to founding Shalom Anglican in Silverdale, WA. Father Rob opens up about his spiritual dissatisfaction that led to more contemplative practices, his disconnect with personality-driven ministry, and th…

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Coincidence or Providence? 26:08

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In this episode we reflect on how God begins to plant the seeds of provision through Ruth’s meeting Boaz and ask how we can know whether these types of things happen by chance or through God’s providence. Connect with Us! www.opengatechurch.ca Facebook: @theopengatechurch Instagram: @theopengatechurch…

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Why Baptism: Heavens Gate is Open 49:15

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Easter 6 – Its Gates Will Never Be Shut

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Rev. Dr. Les Martin Mosaic Icon of Creation Easter 6 – Its gates will never be shut Rev. Dr. Les Martin Revelation 21:25b In the Name of the Living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen As we continue our preaching series today, we we find ourselves in Revelation, Chapters 21 and 22. While concerned with the new heavens and the new ea…

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Hope That Transforms Community: A reflection on our conversation with Dr. Chan Hellman 29:25

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In this episode, hosts Peter, Josh, and Malissa discuss their conversation with Dr. Chan Hellman about the science of hope. They explore how hope requires goals, agency, and willpower—elements that can be shared within community. The hosts emphasize that the church is uniquely positioned to foster hope, especially for those in survival mode. They h…

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Why Stick Around? 29:56

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Lead them to the Gate: Gateway to Greater Glory 1:04:08

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Easter 5 – The Revelation 19

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Rev. Doug Floyd Christ Pantocrator of St. Catherine’s Monastery, Mount Sinai (6th Century) Easter 5 2025 Rev. Doug Floyd Revelation 19 Kelly and I were talking the other night about her job. She’s worked with the same company for many years. During that time, she’s come in contact and befriended people throughout the organization. She told she’s se…

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Hope as a Framework for Flourishing with guest Dr. Chan Hellman 1:01:40

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In this powerful episode, host Peter Voorhees sits down with Dr. Chan Hellman, Director of The Hope Research Center at the University of Oklahoma, to explore the transformative science of hope. Dr. Hellman shares how hope functions not merely as a feeling but as a powerful framework that can be taught and cultivated, especially in the face of traum…

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Lead them to the gate: Walking through the threshold 57:06

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Faith Changes Everything 24:45

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Easter 4 – Good Shepherd Sunday

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Rev. Dr, Les Martin Good Shepherd, Watanabe Sadao (1977) Easter 4 – Good Shepherd Sunday Rev. Dr. Les Martin Psalm 23, Revelation 7:9-17, Luke 10:22-29 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. John 10:27 In the Name of the Living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen The book of Revelation is a kaleidoscope of imag…

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The Wounded Healer: Finding Strength in Vulnerability 48:08

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In this episode of "Old Paths New Steps," hosts Peter Voorhees, Josh Lott, and Malissa Bertella explore the powerful concept of the wounded healer. The conversation examines how our personal wounds and struggles can become sources of ministry and healing for others when properly integrated into our stories. The hosts share personal experiences of u…

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Where You Go I Go 34:31

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Lead them to the Gate: Don't Play Games in the Presence 57:17

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Easter 3 – Who Can Open the Seals?

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Rev. Doug Floyd Adoration of the Mystic Lamb from Ghent Altarpiece by Hubert and Jan Van Ecyk (1432) Easter 3 2025 Rev. Doug Floyd Revelation 5 John is weeping. He is not simply choked up. He is trembling. He is grieving. He is writhing with the grief of all creation because no one was found worthy to open the scroll. Why weep over a sealed scroll?…

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Church History, Power, and Renewal: A reflection on our episode with Dr. Jerry Sittser 28:08

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In this episode, hosts Peter, Josh, and Malissa discuss their conversation with theologian Dr. Jerry Sittser. They explore how monasteries historically served their communities rather than existing in isolation, examine the relationship between church and state, and discuss how the church's true power comes from the Holy Spirit rather than politica…

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If the Kingdom Has Come, Where Is It? 27:33

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Revelation 5:6–14 reveals the risen Lamb—Jesus—as the only one worthy to open the scroll of God's purposes, having triumphed through sacrifice rather than force. His worthiness evokes a cosmic eruption of worship from heaven and earth, uniting all creation in praise of the Lamb who was slain. The passage highlights Christ's redemptive power, the ce…

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Lead them to the Gate: : His Presence is the Difference Maker 58:53

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The Role and the Gift of the Church in Challenging Times with guest Dr. Jerry Sittser 1:00:48

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In this episode, hosts Peter and Malissa welcome distinguished theologian, scholar, and author Dr. Jerry Sittser to explore Christianity's resilience through history's darkest moments. Dr. Sittser shares how the Benedictine monastic movement emerged during societal collapse and natural disasters in the 6th century, quietly preserving knowledge and …

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Where Are You Going - And Who Are You Taking? 22:50

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In Mark 16:9-20 the risen Jesus appears not only to console but to commission. He calls faltering disciples to bold proclamation, promising his power will accompany them as they go. In resurrection and mission, we find both assurance and assignment: Christ is alive, and we are sent to share this good news with the world. Connect with Us! www.openga…

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Lead them to the Gate: The House of God. The Gate of Heaven 1:04:44

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Sacred Spaces as Safe Places 58:53

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In this episode of Old Paths, New Steps, hosts Josh, Pete, and Malissa explore the concept of sacred spaces as safe places. They journey from the Garden of Eden through biblical history to modern churches, examining what makes a space truly sacred. The conversation delves into how vulnerability, accountability, and cherishing others are essential e…

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What are You Celebrating Today? 22:42

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He is Risen and His Kingdom is Rising 1:07:02

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Finding Community as Misfits: Reflecting on our conversation with Dr. Gregory Coles 27:01

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In this thoughtful follow-up conversation, hosts Peter Voorhees, Malissa Bertella, and Josh Lott unpack their interview with Dr. Gregory Coles, reflecting on the beauty of embracing our "misfittedness" within authentic Christian community. The hosts share personal stories of awkwardness and not fitting neatly into expected boxes, while celebrating …

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The King vs the Senseless Mob 32:10

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Same Crowd...Different Day! 1:01:05

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The Power of Resilience Through Community with guest Dr. Gregory Coles 1:03:16

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In this episode of Old Paths, New Steps, host Peter Voorhees welcomes author and speaker Dr. Gregory Coles. They explore the power of resilience through community, discussing how genuine connections help us navigate life's challenges. Greg shares insights from his personal journey as a celibate gay Christian, reflecting on unexpected friendships an…

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Saved and Set Free: From Glory to Glory 1:04:10

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Embracing Trauma-Informed Ministry: Reflecting on our conversation with Andrea Corbridge 29:08

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In this follow-up episode, hosts Peter Voorhees, Malissa Bertella, and Josh Lott discuss key insights from their conversation with Andrea Corbridge about implementing trauma-informed care in children's ministry. They explore the value of focusing on resilience over trauma, the importance of presence and connection before content, and how creating s…