What if the life God calls you into doesn’t come with a step-by-step plan? No detailed itinerary, no five-year blueprint—just a Guide who says, “Follow me.” In this episode of The Well, walk in the path of the Hebrews being guided by cloud and fire. They had no map, but they had a guide. The same is true of us. Take a moment to slow down and sit wi…

Can your vote actually make a difference? Can we take part in presencing the Kingdom of God on earth...even in politics? This episode of Found (the fourth in the "Faith in Politics" series) examines the Societal Transformation view, a powerful approach to civic engagement for Jesus-followers. Hosts Linda Tokar and Brandon Bathauer explore unpack ho…

Is it possible to be a faithful Christian and still engage in a political system that feels at odds with your values? This episode of Found (the third in the "Faith in Politics" series) examines the Two Kingdoms view, a perspective that seeks to navigate the tension between faith and politics. Hosts Linda Tokar and Brandon Bathauer explore how this…

Is your vote a tool for change or simply participation in a corrupt system? Do you feel a tension between engaging with a broken world and protecting your faith from its influence? This episode of Found (the second in the "Faith in Politics" series) grapples with these very questions as hosts Linda Tokar and Brandon Bathauer explore the idea of "se…

In this episode of Found, Pastors Linda Tokar and Brandon Bathauer introduce their newest series "Living Faithfully in the Public Sphere." They explore the complex and sometimes challenging topic of Christian engagement in the public sphere. As Christians increasingly find themselves navigating cultural and political divides, Linda and Brandon unpa…

In this podcast episode, respond to the Psalmist's call towards rest. You are built to live from a state of rested security. That can seem like miles away from reality. Root yourself in this Psalm to find hope and abundance on the other side of life's busyness. This is an opportunity for you to spend some quality time with the Father, who deals bou…

In this podcast episode, be led through a reflective prayer exercise based on the Serenity Prayer. This prayer has been a source of comfort and strength for many people struggling with addiction or other challenges. This prayer is addressed to God, be encouraged to take a moment to simply be in His presence before asking for serenity or courage. Th…

In this episode, Brandon, Linda and Rob finish their conversation on the topic of how we change and grow. The first part of the episode explores the current cultural trend toward tolerance and what we’re calling radical acceptance - this idea that no one should have to change anything about themselves if they don’t want to and, more than that, the …

A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. At the intersection of humanity's brokenness and God's divine grace stands the cross. Good Friday is good because it unveils what is true, what is real. The cross shows us the depths of our brokenness and need of a savior, and the amazing reality of God's love, and all His salvation…

How do we change and grow? Seems like a pretty straightforward question…until you dig a little deeper. This is the first of a two-part episode that explores the various ways this question has been answered by secular philosophers as well as how the church has incorporated these ways of thinking into the approaches it uses to help people change and …

What holds your delight these days? Have you had any moments of delight recently? Spend some time reflecting on all the delights God places into your life, turning your delight to Him. You will learn the meaning of Psalm 37:4, reflect on what your desires are focused on now, and have some time to pray and ask for God's help to delight more and more…

(Advent Series Part 4 of 4) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this final Well episode of 2022, explore the theme of LOVE. Mary's story is a remarkable story, one that we can find a lot of our own story within, especially this year. Dig into the Hebrew concept of Hesed (committed love) and the Greek concept of Aga…

(Advent Series: Part 3 of 4) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, explore the theme of joy. We all need joy, not just some fleeting happiness. In this upside down season, how can we find moments and glimpses of joy? We can only find real joy in light of the relational reality of God's coming near. Take…

(Advent Series: Part 2 of 4) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, put yourself into the shoes of those who lived in Bethlehem. What did peace mean to them? How is God's promised peace different from the world's peace? If peace is greater than the absence of conflict, what could that mean to you? Spend …

(4-week Advent Series) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, begin the season of Advent by practicing anticipation...Hope. Like a nightwatch waits for morning, what do you watch for? What are you hoping for in this season? How can Jesus' arrival help shape what we are anticipating? Spend some time with …

A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. On this second installment of a three part series, dig into Jesus' words from Matthew 7:7-8, where He calls His followers to be a people who ask, who seek, and who knock. In this episode, reflect on what it means to be a person who seeks. Like a journeyer searching the Earth for a p…

Kick off this series on the Fruit of the Spirit by diving into the hotly contested, deeply forming, culturally appropriated word of all words: LOVE. Join your hosts Linda Tokar and Brandon Bathauer as they process the loves presented by our culture, in contrast with the love shown to us by God. For full show notes (books, linked articles, and more)…

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A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. On this first installment of a three part series, dig into Jesus' words from Matthew 7:7-8, where He calls His followers to be a people who ask, who seek, and who knock. In this episode, reflect on what it means to be a person who asks. It is easy to sit like a student, disintereste…

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A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this REMASTERED episode, you will reflect on a phrase in the heart of the Lord's Prayer, “Give us today our Daily Bread”. Imagine taking yesterday and tomorrow off your shoulders and focusing on today at the foot of His throne. Music: "Touch and Sound" by Juan Sanchez Written and…

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For complete show notes, click HERE Music: Holding my World, Saddleback Worship Found is a proud member of the Saddleback Church Family of podcasts. Please also check out Saddleback.com/thewell Saddleback.com/doable Saddleback.com/leadwithworship For more resources to help you grow, visit saddleback.com/grow or email [email protected].…

A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. This is the third of three reflections focused on the pivotal 3 days of Jesus' Ministry: Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Resurrection Sunday. Resurrection...no other word is so unruly, so intriguing, so hope-filled. Spend some time with Jesus today to reflect on the moment that changed …

A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. This is the second of three reflections focused on the pivotal 3 days of Jesus' Ministry: Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Resurrection Sunday Holy Saturday gives us essential insight into what to do when we're caught in the "in-between". When alone and all seems lost, what did Jesus do?…

A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. This is the first of three reflections focused on the pivotal 3 days of Jesus' Ministry: Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Resurrection Sunday At the intersection of humanity's brokenness and God's divine grace stands the cross. Good Friday is good because it unveils what is true, what is…

(Advent Series: Part 5 of 5) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this final episode of 2021, explore the theme of love. Mary's story is a remarkable story, one that we can find a lot of our own story within, especially this year. Dig into the Hebrew concept of Hesed (committed love) and the Greek concept of Agape (…

(Advent Series: Part 4 of 5) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, explore the theme of joy. We all need joy, not just some fleeting happiness. In this upside down season, how can we find moments and glimpses of joy? We can only find real joy in light of the relational reality of God's coming near. Take…

(Advent Series: Part 3 of 5) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, put yourself into the shoes of those who lived in Bethlehem. What did peace mean to them? How is God's promised peace different from the world's peace? If peace is greater than the absence of conflict, what could that mean to you? Spend …

(Advent Series: Part 2 of 5) A guided time with God through prayer and reflection on Scripture. In this episode, put yourself into the shoes of the shepherds. What were their hopes? What did their thoughts go to? And how did the proclamation of the angels of the arrival of the new king change their hopes? How can the arrival of the new king shape y…