What Matters Most With Chris Steward
Welcome to What Matters Most With Chris Steward. Through weekly installments, we provide content that will engage, encourage, and empower you as a believer in Jesus Christ. We tackle topics of the day, host interviews, and provide a Biblical view on what is happening in the church and the world at large. Pastors are tasked with many responsibilities. Through the years I have watched as congregations keep getting bigger and bigger. Oftentimes, it is difficult to ensure everyone is on the same page. The goal of this channel and podcast is to help fill in the gaps you may be missing in your Christian walk. We want to be a resource for you as we all continue to get closer to the Lord. So grab a Bible, open your heart, and let’s explore the Truth of God’s Word.
Episodes
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Episode 12: The Simple Traits - Summer Stories 1
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
In this episode I would like to start out by recognizing that I took two weeks off and explain why. My family and I are traveling for 11 weeks this summer visiting several national parks and friends and family back in the midwest. Having said that, I took a couple of weeks to prep for the trip and now I am excited to be back with you. Over the course of the 11 weeks I will be sharing stories from our trip and how God is continually working in our lives. So sit back, relax, be encouraged as we get going right now on The Great Sift.
Tuesday May 25, 2021
Episode 11: I'll Get It! I'll Get It!!
Tuesday May 25, 2021
Tuesday May 25, 2021
In this episode we will be discussing a topic that so many people often get hung up on. “What am I called to do?” People don’t want to simply work but also go after a deeper purpose in their lives. While yes, the Lord does call individuals to be Pastors, teachers, and missionaries not all have that specific purpose in the body of Christ. So grab a Bible and open your hearts, We will get into all of this and more right now on the Great Sift.
Thursday May 20, 2021
Episode 10: The Shrink Factor
Thursday May 20, 2021
Thursday May 20, 2021
In this episode we will discuss what I call the “Shrink Factor”. The overall idea is what does it take for an individual to be willing to stand their ground when it comes to their faith? How should a believer react when experiencing confrontation? How can we have full assurance in our faith? Allow me to encourage you today with some personal examples as well. So grab a Bible, open your hearts, and let’s get started, right now on The Great Sift.
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Episode 9: Faith and Works
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Tuesday May 18, 2021
On this episode of the Great Sift we are going to explore a passage of Scripture that seems to have believers fall to one side or the other. The conversation surrounding Worship music, how we worship, and why we worship can be an impassioned one. My goal today is not to offend your sensibilities but rather help bring clarity and encouragement on how we approach God in worship of Him. We have a lot to cover, so grab a Bible, open your hearts and lets get started, right now, on The Great Sift.
Tuesday May 11, 2021
Episode 8: Lets Settle a Debate
Tuesday May 11, 2021
Tuesday May 11, 2021
On this episode of the Great Sift we are going to explore a passage of Scripture that seems to have believers fall to one side or the other. The conversation surrounding Worship music, how we worship, and why we worship can be an impassioned one. My goal today is not to offend your sensibilities but rather help bring clarity and encouragement on how we approach God in worship of Him. We have a lot to cover, so grab a Bible, open your hearts and let's get started, right now, on The Great Sift.
Thursday May 06, 2021
Episode 7: Fatherhood: It Isn't Just For Taking Them Fishing
Thursday May 06, 2021
Thursday May 06, 2021
In this episode I will be sharing some candid stories about Fatherhood, how Scripture reveals the characteristics of what a father should be, and even when you as a Dad don’t fully fit the bill that the Grace of God is still sufficient for you. Ladies, don’t check out as this can be of great help for you as well.
Scriptures to follow along with:
Proverbs 22:6
Ephesians 6:4
Proverbs 13:24
Psalms 103:13
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Episode 6: What You Hold Onto Matters
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
In this episode I will be discussing the importance of the Word of God and why we are instructed to be careful to do what is written. I will briefly address how the undermining of Scripture happens even within the visible church, and I will share some encouragement on how growing in the Lord coincides with understanding Scripture. All of this, right now, on the Great Sift.
The Scriptures to follow along with are:
2 Timothy 3:14-17
2 Peter 1: 16-21
Ephesians 2:19-21
1 Thessalonians 2:13-15
Romans 8:38-39
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Episode 5: 3 Factors in Prayer
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
In this installment of the Great Sift it is all about Prayer. It is so important to understand how we can communicate with God and how He communicates with us. We will begin to tackle a few of the misconceptions as it pertains to prayer that hinder rather than enhance our walks with Jesus, and then allow me to encourage you with a testimony to the power of prayer. All of this right here today on The Great Sift.
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Episode 4: The Beautiful Design
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
In this episode, I read an excerpt from the book I recently released entitled Never Doubt. The book consists of exploring the correlation between faith and forgiveness. Within this excerpt we dig into why Jesus told us that we would "do greater miracles than these" as written in John 14:12. The answer may surprise you. Let's explore the Word of God together. If you are interested in purchasing the book visit https://linktr.ee/_chrissteward you will find the link there. Thank you again for all of your love and support.
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Episode 3: The Greatest News in Human History!!!
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this installment I begin to unpack the greatest news in Human History! The news of Jesus Christ being available to us for Salvation! I shed light on some current events and how it should impact us as Christians as well as what is not required of you in order to be a Christian. Listen in and hear the truth of the gospel! Whether for the first time or as a great reminder of what the Lord has done for us, may you be blessed by this today!
The Great Sift w/Chris Steward
Welcome to The Great Sift Podcast. Through weekly installments, we provide content that will engage, encourage, and empower you as a believer in Jesus Christ. We tackle topics of the day, host interviews, and provide a Biblical view on what is happening in the church and the world at large. Pastors are tasked with many responsibilities. Through the years I have watched as congregations keep getting bigger and bigger. Oftentimes, it is difficult to ensure everyone is on the same page. The goal of this channel and podcast is to help fill in the gaps you may be missing in your Christian walk. We want to be a resource for you as we all continue to get closer to the Lord. So grab a Bible, open your heart, and let’s begin to sift through all that God has in store.