Best Packiam Podcasts (2026)

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Living With Great Joy | Waiting for Jesus | Pastor Glenn Packiam 30:51

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We continue our Advent sermon series, “Waiting for Jesus,” by turning from the theme of Peacemaking to the theme of Rejoicing. In a season filled with both celebration and struggle, where can we find joy that truly lasts? We will explore the angel’s announcement of “good news of great joy” and see how Jesus, our saving King, invites us into a joy t…

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702: Venezuela, Vanilla Ice, & the Church's Anxious Nerves with Sara Billups 1:18:42

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The new year began with a successful U.S. military operation to capture Venezuela's president. But the mission killed approximately 80 people and is being condemned by some American and international leaders as illegal. Esau McCaulley joins Phil and Skye this week to discuss the fallout from the operation. Was it legal? Was it moral? And what does …

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Centering Jesus 1:18:50

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What if your biggest ambition this year wasn't growing your business or building your brand, but loving God with everything you have? Instead of centering yourself in your goals, discover what happens when, as Luke 10:27 commands, you center Jesus in your heart, soul, mind and strength. Centering Jesus in our affections means cultivating deep love …

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A Fruitful Life | Gospel of Mark | Pastor Rich Villodas 37:13

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On this first Sunday of 2026, we continue our Gospel of Mark Series by turning to a passage of Scripture that helps us lay a strong foundation for a fruitful spiritual year. Together, we explore Jesus’ Parable of the Sower and reflect on what the four soils reveal about our hearts and our lives of faith. Scripture Referenced: Mark 4:1-9…

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Bothsidesism Isn't What You Think 1:07:03

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Holy Post Media is no stranger to accusations of both-sidesism. Skye and Kaitlyn talk about why they believe pointing it out on both sides isn't simple equivocation or conflict-avoidance, but instead a responsibility… depending on the context. Holy Post Plus: Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/147007166/ 0:00 - Intro 0:5…

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LILR 149 | Jonathan Moynihan on Wrestling Personal Ambition 58:59

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In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with Jonathan Moynihan, Lead Pastor of Mosaic Christian Church in Baltimore, to explore a leadership journey shaped more by formation than ambition. Jonathan shares how what he once assumed was a call to church planting unexpectedly became a rapid succession into the lead pastor role…

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Lives Marked by Remembrance 1:16:10

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By Mateo Mendoza

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Come, Follow Me | Gospel of Mark | Pastor Shauna Rushing 34:22

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As we return this Sunday to our Gospel of Mark series, we hear again Jesus’ call to his disciples. Jesus became like us so that we might become like him. In Mark 3, Jesus calls his followers first to be with him and then to be sent out in his authority. As we prepare to begin a new year, hear Christ’s call to every follower: come, dwell in his pres…

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Light Shines 53:37

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By Daniel Grothe

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Christmas Eve 2025 24:27

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By New Life Fellowship Church

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701: Mailbag! Decompressing, Demonology, & Dreams for 2026 1:10:15

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We've reached the end of 2025, so we thought it's a good time to answer questions from the Holy Post community. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn cover a wide assortment of issues, from how they decompress after a difficult podcast, and how they pick which politicians to interview, to their favorite movies, and who is best at changing a tire. They also tackl…

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Jesus is Hope | Advent 2025 1:16:58

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By Michelle Anthony

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Prepare Him Room | Advent 2025 1:15:49

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By Jon Egan

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Beholding the One Who Comes | Waiting for Jesus | Pastor Rich Villodas 30:26

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On this fourth week of Advent, we reflect on what it truly means to behold. We explore a familiar passage of Scripture that invites us to slow down, pay attention, and focus on what matters most. Scripture Referenced: John 1:29By New Life Fellowship Church

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25 Days of Christmas: The Forever King Episode 4 10:45

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In the final episode of our Advent series, families meet Simeon and Anna — two faithful servants who had waited their whole lives for God’s promised Savior. Through Scripture from Luke, we discover how God revealed Jesus as the consolation of Israel and the light for all people, not just those who were present on the night He was born. Kids and par…

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700: What Every Christian Can Learn from A.A. with John Ortberg 1:24:41

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Last weekend was filled with terrible news, including a mass shooting in Australia, another at Brown University, and the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife. Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss these events and why rediscovering the biblical practice of lament is better than just "thoughts and prayers." The Catholic Church has taken a nuanced an…

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LILR 148 | Tom Mercer on Leading from 100 to 8,000 Through Personal Evangelism 59:59

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In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with longtime pastor and Oikos Movement founder Tom Mercer to unpack nearly four decades of ministry leadership at High Desert Church and the relational principles that shaped a church of 8,000 in rural Southern California. Tom shares candid stories about longevity, accountability, t…

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25 Days of Christmas: The Forever King Episode 3 12:27

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In this third episode of our Advent series, families celebrate the night Jesus was born and discover how God’s promise of a Savior had been unfolding since the very beginning. Through Scripture from Luke, Genesis, and Isaiah, we hear the familiar Christmas story while also learning how God first announced the good news long before Bethlehem. Kids a…

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699: The Limits of Liberalism & Punishing Immigrants with Matthew Soerens 1:32:32

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Two writers from the New York Times say the liberal values that have flooded our culture with online gambling, pornography, and cannabis have backfired, but secular progressives, like Ezra Klein, admit that they don't have a framework for explaining why. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the benefits and limitations of liberalism as a political and s…

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25 Days of Christmas: The Forever King Episode 2 11:28

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In this second episode of our Advent series, we explore the incredible moment when God chose Mary and Joseph to be the earthly parents of Jesus, the promised Messiah. Through Scripture, families will hear how God sent angels to deliver life-changing news, how Mary responded with faith, and how Joseph chose obedience even in confusion and fear. Kids…

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Isaiah 11 | Advent 2025 1:22:42

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By Daniel Grothe

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Your Peacemaking Purpose | Waiting for Jesus | Pastor Redd Sevilla 34:48

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We continue our Advent sermon series, “Waiting for Jesus,” by turning from the theme of Waiting to the theme of Peacemaking. Advent invites us to reflect on Christ as the Prince of Peace and to prepare our hearts for his coming. We’ll explore how Matthew 5 calls us to embody God’s peace in tangible, restorative ways. Jesus’ words remind us that pea…

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698: De-Christianizing America & Re-Christianizing Advent with Rich Villodas 1:18:56

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The government of Israel has been criticized for building fences in Gaza and the West Bank, but now it's geofencing American churches. Will its plan reverse the decline of evangelical support for the Jewish state? Donald Trump says he's making the country more Christian, but data shows his immigration policy favors secular immigrants and rejects Ch…

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What Does the Magi Story Really Tell Us About Jesus? (From this week's Curiously Kaitlyn) 38:08

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We're popping a Curiously Kaitlyn episode into your feed this week because we're starting a brand-new Advent series, and—let's be honest—the nativity story gets weird. Kids notice all the odd details we learned to ignore, and suddenly you're fielding questions you did not prepare for in Sunday School.So instead of scrambling for answers all by your…

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LILR 147 | Justin Kendrick, Vox Multisite Church, and Leading with Humility 1:06:56

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In this episode, Sean sits down with Justin Kendrick, planter and pastor of Vox Church in New England, to explore the heart behind multi-site ministry, leadership development, and the surprising move of God happening across one of the least-churched regions in the U.S. Justin shares his journey from musician to church planter, the early chaos of sc…

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Jesus Is Hope | Advent 2025 1:16:58

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By Dr. Michelle Anthony

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Waiting like a Watchman | Waiting for Jesus | Pastor Rich Villodas 34:21

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This message marks the beginning of our four-week Advent series, "Waiting For Jesus." As we turn to Psalm 130, we reflect on what it means to be a people who wait on the Lord with hope and expectancy. Like the watchman longing for the first light of dawn, we’ll consider how God shapes us in the waiting and invites us to trust His unfailing promises…

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697: Cancelling "Judeo-Christian," Defending Slavery, & Rethinking Gaza with J. Ross Wagner 1:22:34

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The term "Judeo-Christian" has been used by the Religious Right for decades as a positive shorthand for biblical values in the culture, so why are conservative Christians now rejecting the label? And why are Christian defenses of slavery and the Confederacy gaining popularity 160 years after the Civil War? Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn explain how the ri…

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25 Days of Christmas: The Forever King Episode 1 8:39

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In the first episode of our Advent series, we step into the world of the Old Testament to discover God’s promise of a forever King. Through the words of the prophet Micah, we learn how God spoke hope into a hurting nation — promising a ruler who would shepherd His people, bring peace, and reign forever. Kids and families will hear why Bethlehem mat…

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Five Words for the World | Ephesians 1:20:08

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By Andrew Arndt

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Tell Them How Much the Lord has Done for You (Thanksgiving Sunday) | Gospel of Mark | Pastor Rich Villodas 16:49

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During our Thanksgiving service, Pastor Rich shared a message on gratitude, and New Lifers shared stories of gratitude and hope. Scripture Referenced: Mark 5:18-20By New Life Fellowship Church

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696: Transcending Our Political Divisions & Labels with Andy Beshear 1:25:31

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Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss a New York Times column by David Brooks. He says America's divisions will only heal when we abandon shallow labels and war metaphors, and instead see one another as fellow pilgrims on a journey. America's Catholic bishops issue a stern rebuke of the Trump administration's dehumanizing rhetoric and policies, …

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LILR 146 | Dan Reiland on the Lead Pastor & Executive Pastor Relationship 54:10

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In this episode, Sean sits down with veteran executive pastor Dan Reiland, who served alongside John Maxwell and Kevin Myers for over four decades. Dan shares stories from his journey, from "breaking" John Maxwell’s internship to helping lead one of the largest churches in the U.S., and offers wisdom for both lead and executive pastors navigating p…

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Observations About Marriage | Ephesians 1:16:14

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Pastor Daniel and Lisa Grothe unpacked Ephesians 5 in a fresh way - reminding us that "headship" isn't hierarchy. It's Jesus-style leadership. The kind that serves first, sacrifices first and lifts others first. In a world consumed with power, Jesus calls us to something different: humility, honor and mutual lifting. Our marriage, friendships, fami…

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New Wine, New Wineskins | Gospel of Mark | Pastor Rich Villodas 30:29

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What does it mean to make room for something new? This message explores Jesus’ teaching on wine and new wineskins in the Gospel of Mark, and how God invites us into a life of renewal and fresh possibilities. Scripture Referenced: Mark 2:18-22By New Life Fellowship Church

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695: Analyzing the Blue Wave & Why the Church Still Matters with Carmen Joy Imes 1:27:41

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The Democratic Party swept the off-cycle elections last week, but this isn't the first blue wave we've seen in the Trump era. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss what it means and the significance of New York City electing a Muslim, democratic socialist as mayor. Does Mamdani represent the death of New York, and possibly America, as one Baptist leader …

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Armor of God | Ephesians 1:17:54

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Are you fighting the wrong enemy? Today's message reveals the truth about spiritual warfare from Ephesians 6, showing how we often fight the wrong battles against people instead of the demonic forces working to destroy our faith and relationships. Pastor Daniel urges us to put on the full armor of God each morning - the belt of truth, breastplate o…

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Jesus, Friend of Sinners | Gospel of Mark | Pastor Rich Villodas 37:48

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This message continues our series through the Gospel of Mark. We explore a story where Jesus finds Himself among people of questionable reputation. Yet this scene is far more than a moment of social tension—it is deeply theological, revealing the heart of God’s kingdom and what life looks like when grace welcomes sinners to the table. Scripture Ref…

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French Friday: The Nazi Rot on the Right 27:43

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Open Nazi rhetoric is gaining traction on the right, and the response from conservative institutions has been inconsistent at best. Skye and David trace the roots of the problem, the incentives that fueled it, and the late-breaking backlash that may signal a tipping point. They also look at ICE's increasingly aggressive "Kavanaugh stops," the risks…

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694: Why Don't We Take Church Unity Seriously? with N.T. Wright 1:29:02

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A new survey finds that moderately religious Americans are the most likely to say that they see dead people. Which raises a question—why are the non-religious and the very religious less likely to report encounters with the departed? New York Times columnist Ezra Klein says that by over-emphasizing inclusivity, the Democratic Party has ironically b…