The Spring Hills Podcast

Year in the Word | Episode #10

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Bret Avlakeotes

Guest: Zack Talbert

Year in the Word | Episode #09

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Bret Avlakeotes

Guest: Kiki Anderson

Lost And Found | Week 4

In this episode, Pastor Bret Avlakeotes walks us through Luke 8, where Jesus confronts a man possessed by many demons—and wins. It’s a powerful reminder that no force of darkness stands a chance against the authority of Jesus Christ. The man who once lived among the tombs in torment ends up clothed, calm, and in his right mind—fully restored by Jesus.

But not everyone rejoiced. While the healed man begged to follow Jesus, the surrounding crowd begged Him to leave. The question is: when Jesus disrupts your life, do you welcome Him—or push Him away?

In this episode, you will:

• See how Jesus demonstrates absolute power over the spiritual realm.
• Recognize the reality of spiritual warfare and how it plays out today.
• Be challenged to choose Jesus over the comfort of the familiar—even if it's “pigs.”

The same Jesus who brought healing and clarity to a man in chaos still changes lives today. Are you with the crowd—or with the man who begged to follow Him?

Year in the Word | Episode #08

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Bret Avlakeotes

Guest: Garett Elliott

Lost And Found | Week 3

In this episode, Pastor Bret Avlakeotes walks us through Luke 7:36–50. A woman with a broken past enters the room, weeping at Jesus’ feet, pouring out her love and gratitude for the forgiveness she’s received. 

In this episode, you will:

• See how Jesus responds to those who feel unworthy, ashamed, or like they’ve done too much wrong.
• Reflect on whether you’re more like Simon or the woman—judging or worshiping, holding back or pouring out.
• Be challenged to live in light of your forgiveness, letting gratitude shape the way you serve, love, and follow Jesus.

Maybe you’ve been keeping Jesus at a distance. Maybe you’ve forgotten how much you’ve been forgiven. But Jesus still welcomes you close. He knows your whole story—and He offers you peace. Will you pour out your life in response?

Year in the Word | Episode #07

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Bret Avlakeotes

Guest: Zach Hernandez

Lost and Found | Week 2

In this episode, Pastor Zack Talbert walks us through Luke 5:1–11, where Jesus steps into Peter’s boat and completely changes the direction of his life. Peter thought he was just wrapping up a long, frustrating night of fishing—but Jesus had something far bigger in mind. Through one simple act of obedience, Peter witnesses a miracle and realizes just how holy, powerful, and personal Jesus is.

In this episode, you will: •

• Be reminded that Jesus often steps into our lives in the middle of the ordinary.
• Reflect on your own “boat” moments—when God showed up and changed everything.
• Be encouraged to obey, even when it doesn’t make sense, and trust God’s bigger plan.

Maybe you’ve been going through the motions. Maybe you feel unworthy. But Jesus still gets in your boat, invites you close, and calls you to something greater. Will you say yes to following Him?

Year in the Word | Episode #06

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Bret Avlakeotes

Guest: Nathan Gelsinger

Lost and Found | Week 1

In this episode, Pastor Bret Avlakeotes unpacks Luke 4, where Jesus resists temptation in the wilderness. Though the enemy tried to deceive Him, Jesus stood firm, using God's Word to overcome. His victory wasn’t just for Himself—it’s a model for us to stand strong in faith and trust God's plan over temporary satisfaction.

In this episode, you will:
• Learn how Jesus overcame temptation and what that means for us today.
• Recognize the enemy’s tactics and how to resist them.
• Find true fulfillment in God, not the world’s empty promises.

Temptation is real, but so is God’s power in you. No matter what you're facing, you can stand firm in His strength!

Year in the Word | Episode #05

Welcome to the Spring Hills Podcast, the Year in the Word edition! Each week, our pastors will sit and discuss the daily readings to give us more insights about God's Word.

 

Host: Zack Talbert

Guest: Vaughan Sheldon