Encounter Life

Encounter Life Series  | Episode 11

In this episode Pastor Kurt uses a story from his 6th-grade math class to explain the difference between human and divine standards. He argues that while our lives are defined by imperfect, measurable standards, God is boundless and immeasurable. Richey encourages listeners to seek God through faith and the Holy Spirit rather than trying to understand Him with limited human logic.

Pastor's Desk Series | Episode 7

In this episode, Pastor Kurt re-examines Robert Fulghum's famous list of life lessons, arguing that it is incomplete without a crucial element: Jesus Christ. He contrasts the secular view of death as an end with the Christian promise of eternal life, sharing a personal story about ministering to the hopeless. His challenge is to make an informed choice between life without hope and a life with a steadfast faith in Jesus.

In this episode, Pastor Kurt welcomes Jahzzy Gonzales, the Music Minister at Encounter Church, for a heartfelt conversation about the powerful and often controversial role of music in Christian worship.

Jahzzy shares his personal story, his calling to ministry, and his perspective on leading a diverse congregation in praise.

Tired of feeling like you have to "fake it 'til you make it"? In this episode, Pastor Kurt demystifies what it truly means to "live by faith." It's not a lofty, unattainable goal, but a simple practice for ordinary people. Through powerful personal stories, discover the two unmistakable marks of a life of faith: unwavering confidence and the dogged determination to simply show up and not quit.

Encounter Life Series | Episode 10

In this episode, Pastor Kurt talks about the concept of "survivor bias" to ask a deep question: Has the modern church spent decades catering only to those who make it through the doors? Pastor Kurt poses a new posture for the church to stop reinforcing what's comfortable and start a new mission: actively rescuing the truly lost, broken, and left-behind who will never find their own way to us.

Is the famous promise in Philippians 4:19—"My God will supply all your needs"—a blank check for a lavish lifestyle?

In this episode, Pastor Kurt argues this verse is one of the most misapplied in the Bible. He explains that far from being a universal guarantee for personal wants, it is a specific, powerful promise to those who give generously and sacrificially to support God's work.

Listen to discover the true context of this verse and be challenged to understand the profound link between your own generosity and God's provision.

Encounter Life Series | Episode 9

For anyone burdened by regret or past failures, this episode offers a powerful path to freedom. Pastor Kurt Richey explains how to move from shame to purpose by becoming a "Steward of the Mysteries of God," learning to embrace truths we cannot always understand.

Discover the power of three core mysteries:

• Saving Grace that redeems us.

• Sufficient Grace that sustains us through hardship.

• Keeping Grace that restores the fallen.

Christian Apologetics for the Ordinary Man – Deconstruction Part 2

In this episode, Pastor Kurt and Pastor Dale tackle the large subject of Christian Apologetics. They discuss spiritual deconstruction. And explore why individuals, sometimes called "exvangelicals," leave the Christian faith. Learn and grow with Pastor Kurt and Pastor Dale in this multi-episode series!