What does it truly mean to be the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world"? As Max delves into Matthew 5:13-16, we discover that being salt signifies a call to preserve goodness in a world often marred by chaos and darkness. In a relatable manner, Max reminds us that our faith isn't meant to be a private affair; instead, it should be a force that impacts those around us. He emphasizes the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, akin to lifting a lamp from under a bowl, so that the light of Christ can shine brightly in our communities.

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Today’s message was originally delivered on Sunday July 6th in our Worship Center and you can watch it here.

What does it truly mean to be the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world"? Elisabeth Lectka invites us to explore these profound biblical metaphors found in the Sermon on the Mount. Join us in this journey towards deeper faith and greater impact, and don’t miss the opportunity to listen to the full message that challenges us to stay salty and shine our light brightly every day!

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Today’s message was originally delivered on Sunday July 6th 2025in our Sanctuary and you can watch it here.

Pastor Greg returns to the podcast to share some Biblical and historical perspective around the Sermon on the Mount. He and host Ross Cochran also discuss the significance of the Sermon on the Mount in today's world.

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Pastor Tara Beth returns to the podcast to share her perspective and passion about the Sermon on the Mount. She discussed the impact of culture on everything else in our world today with host Ross Cochran as well as what from the Sermon on the Mount is most relevant to us today.

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Pastor Greg kicks off our summer teaching series, Kingdom Culture.

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Check out the inspiration for this series, Kingdom Culture, by our very own Senior Pastor, Tara Beth Leach!

Pastor Tara Beth kicks off our summer teaching series, Kingdom Culture.

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The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.

Check out the inspiration for this series, Kingdom Culture, by our very own Senior Pastor, Tara Beth Leach!

VBS 2025 at Good Shepherd will be the best week EVER! Host Ross Cochran was joined by several of the leaders that are making VBS happen at Good Shepherd.

Jenn Anderson leads our Children's Ministry and Elisabeth Lectka has served kids and students for most of our ministry career. Allie Reader leads our early childhood ministry alongside Justin Rauh who leaders our elementary ministry. Debbie Balis serves at the admin for Children's Ministry, including VBS!

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Check out all that you need to know about VBS 2025!

Save your spot at VBS 2025 for the kids in your life!

Sign up to serve, in the variety of ways you can serve, at VBS 2025!

Contact the team making VBS happen at Good Shepherd.

Support VBS by purchasing items off their Amazon Wishlist that helps make this an unforgettable week!

Learn more about what Good Shepherd offers families on a regular basis.

The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the author and the perfecter of our faith, together.

We’d love to meet you! Email us, check out our website, and come worship with us!

We are moving forward in faith. Join us.