Hillside Christian Fellowship
284 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWe are a community of believers in Millersburg PA who love Jesus and love His people. We meet on Sundays together in our Millersburg facility, and gather house to house throughout the area in life groups and bible studies. Our gatherings involve heartfelt worship, free expressions of the gifts of the Spirit, preaching from the Scriptures, and anything else Jesus has on his agenda for the morning. We expect to have an encounter with God when we gather in His name and in His presence. We share sermons and other teachings on this podcast weekly.
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Your Questions Answered: Suffering
October 12, 2023 14:01 - 5 MBPastor Steve asks Stephanie some follow-up questions to her sermon on suffering (which you can listen to here if you haven’t already!), and shares a teaser about a new video series coming soon!
Your Questions Answered: Ezra, Nehemiah and… Todd
October 12, 2023 13:58 - 5 MBIn this podcast, Todd answers questions from Pastor Steve about his two-part series on Ezra and Nehemiah, which you can listen to here (Part 1), and here (Part 2). Pastor Steve also asks Todd a few questions about leadership, and growing in one’s call.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 26 | Loving God’s House Like He Does | 10/8/2023 | Sunday Service
October 10, 2023 17:43 - 5 MBPastor Steve concludes his “A Heart Like God’s” series with look at WHY David desired to build the temple of the Lord, and understanding the WHY helps us as we interact build God’s kingdom today, and HOW we interact with the body of Jesus.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 25: Who Will Build The Lord’s House? | 10/1/2023 | Sunday Service
October 02, 2023 22:09 - 5 MBWhile we may know that Jesus builds the church, who are the living stones, and what do we do? Are we actually being good stewards of God’s vision? Pastor Steve answers these questions and challenges us to give our best towards building the Lord’s house.
Are We Being Screened? | Patti Bowman | 9/24/2023 | Sunday Service
September 25, 2023 19:50 - 5 MBIn this week’s message, Patti Bowman talks about Screens. Screens have several different definitions and Patti explores the way screens filter, protect, display, and investigate, and how how all of these things relate to in Are you intrigued? Then listen and be encourage as you listen!
Who Said? | Stephanie Thorn | 9/17/2023 | Sunday Service
September 19, 2023 15:40 - 5 MBWhat do we do with suffering? Is it from God? Isn’t God good? These are some of the questions that Stephanie answers in today’s sermon – mixing her own testimony with scripture and allowing us to be encouraged and understand the purpose – and blessing – of suffering.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 24: Hearts that Build the House of the Lord | 9/10/2023 | Sunday Service
September 12, 2023 16:34 - 5 MBPastor Steve continues his sermon series on David, but takes a quick detour to talk about Daniel. While in pre-service prayer, there were numerous confirmations through many different saints – so you’ll hear their words as Pastor Steve shares his message. At Hillside, we truly value the entire body of Christ and desire EVERY saint to be equipped and released ... Read More
Building Walls | Todd Gearhart | 9/3/2023 | Sunday Service
September 05, 2023 16:02 - 5 MBThis week, Todd Gearhart shares about Building Walls – the story of Nehemiah. Nehemiah was chosen by God to lead the restoration of Jerusalem. To do that, Nehemiah had to face enemies that personified things that we still struggle with: Fear, Discouragement, and Criticism. Nehemiah overcame his enemies by partnering with God, and we can learn much from his story.
Unity With One Purpose | Todd Gearhart | 8/27/2023 | Sunday Service
August 29, 2023 17:35 - 5 MBHow can we accomplish anything without unity and correct purpose? In this message, Todd talks about the theme of unity coupled with purpose in the stories of Babel and the rebuilding of the temple and altar in Ezra’s day.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 23: The House of The Lord | 8/20/2023 | Sunday Service
August 22, 2023 16:10 - 5 MBIn this week’s sermon, Pastor Steve discusses the pitfalls of religious hoops versus the simplicity of enjoying the presence of a God who wants us to be with Him. Our commission, as Steve shares, is really a co-mission with God – He desires us to be with him in the expansion of His kingdom!
Your Questions Answered – Cultivating His Presence?
August 16, 2023 15:44 - 5 MBTodd asks Pastor Steve about how we embrace the presence of God in our households, with a special emphasis on ways parents can help instruct and raise up kids with a presence-based purpose.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 22: True Reverence | 8/13/2023 | Sunday Service
August 15, 2023 18:39 - 5 MBIn this week’s sermon, Pastor Steve talks about reverence. What does it mean to have reverence for the Lord? Is it an action? A thought? He discusses how the story of Uzzah and Michal are both linked to a truth that if applied will revolutionize worship.
Your Questions Answered – Preaching Heresy?
August 09, 2023 17:16 - 5 MBEach week, Pastor Steve and Todd do a quick recap of the sermon, and respond to any questions that are asked. This week, Pastor Steve answers a question about our need for the Bible. We’d love to hear your questions – if you listen to the sermon and have a question, send us an email and we’ll do our best ... Read More
A Heart Like God’s – Part 21: Establishing Cities of Peace | 8/6/2023 | Sunday Service
August 08, 2023 18:21 - 5 MBDid you know that God is territorial? Psalm 24:1 says “…the Earth is the Lord’s and all the fullness within…” As Pastor Steve exhorts in his message – that means we need to make room for God’s kingdom to be established in this earth. What are we helping to establish? His Kingdom – and cities of peace.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 20: Seeking His Kingdom First | 7/30/2023 | Sunday Service
August 01, 2023 17:53 - 5 MBPastor Steve shares this morning, and in his message, he asks a question we should all ask ourselves – Which Kingdom Are You Establishing? Listen and be encouraged and challenged to be an active participant in God’s kingdom!
The Best Gift You Can Give Your Pastor | Special Guest Pastor John Shuey | 7/23/2023 | Sunday Service
August 01, 2023 16:58 - 5 MBPastor John Shuey joins us this Sunday as he talks about how we can support and encourage pastors in their ministry and to share in the burden of ministry they carry.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 19: The Heart of Forgiveness | 7/16/2023 | Sunday Service
July 18, 2023 14:25 - 5 MBMost of us know the concept of forgiveness, at least we think we do. In today’s message Pastor Steve connects King David’s experience in mourning Saul’s death with how powerful and thorough true forgiveness can be.
A Heart Like God’s – Part 18: A Gracious Spirit | 7/9/2023 | Sunday Service
July 11, 2023 18:48 - 5 MBPastor Steve continues his sermon series on David, and this week we pick up on David’s interactions with the men who were left behind in David’s pursuit of the Amalekites. How do we handle those who are weak and weary? Do we allow our hearts to be influenced the compassion of God, or stirred in the wrong direction with pride?
A Heart Like God’s – Part 17: Finding Courage In God | 7/2/2023 | Sunday Service
July 05, 2023 12:11 - 5 MBPastor Steve continues his sermon series on David with a focus on David’s time in Ziklag. David has many low points in his life’s journey, and like most of humanity, also struggled with despair. What we do when we are in despair can reveal hidden things in our heart, as does our response. Join Pastor Steve as he encourages us ... Read More
A Heart Like God’s – Part 16: Trusting God’s Sovereignty | 6/25/2023 | Sunday Service
June 27, 2023 17:13 - 5 MBIt’s easy to believe God is at work when we have great leaders. What do we do when the leaders we have aren’t acting in a Godly way? David’s relationship with Saul was filled with conflict, and for sure, Saul did not act in a Godly way towards David. We can learn a lot from how David handled Saul, and ... Read More
How Good is He… Really? | Brian Diffendurfer | 6/18/2023 | Sunday Service
June 20, 2023 19:47 - 5 MBHow good is God? Brian answers this question as he weaves exhortation and encouragement. He shares his testimony in moving from legalism, religion, and the “fly swatter” of God to the enjoyment (!) of God’s discipline.
Do You Have A Back-up Plan? | Patti Bowman | 6/11/2023 | Sunday Service
June 20, 2023 17:37 - 5 MBIn our Christian walk, in this journey of faith, do we need a back-up plan? Patti answers this question and discusses the crucial differences between power and authority. When we truly understand – and practice – heavenly power and authority, we rejoice at a greater understanding of just how good Jesus is and step up into greater and more expansive ... Read More
A Heart Like God’s – Part 15: An Entreatable Heart | 6/4/2023 | Sunday Service
June 06, 2023 18:20 - 5 MBAre you a reasonable person? In this week’s message, Pastor Steve talks about being reasonable, and also continues his sermon series on King David. This week, he talks about Abigail and her husband Nabal, and why stubbornness is NOT a fruit of the Spirit.
MAKE ROOM – Part 5 – Making Accommodations | Sunday Service | 12/19/2022
December 19, 2022 19:47 - 5 MBJust as Jesus has made room for us, we also make room for him. Pastor Steve talks through the important truths found in John 1 and Ephesians 1 – just as we are truly made alive In Him, so we also experience fullness of a transformed life when Jesus is in us.
MAKE ROOM – Part 4 – At The Table With God | Sunday Service | 12/11/2022
December 13, 2022 19:18 - 5 MBThis Sunday’s service was a unique one. At Hillside, we have a dinner theater arrangement with tables for our annual Christmas program, and we leave them up for Sunday morning’s service. While gathered around the table, we have a unique message that mixes both teaching and equipping with small group reflection and ministry. We encourage you to listen to this ... Read More
MAKE ROOM – Part 3 – Beholding God’s Goodness | Sunday Service | 12/4/2022
December 06, 2022 20:00 - 5 MBPastor Steve continues Part 3 of his series MAKE ROOM – extorting and encouraging from Psalm 100. Beholding God’s goodness should provoke an out-loud response of worship, and Pastor Steve explores just how fully we should worship God this week.
MAKE ROOM – Part 2 – Thanksgiving Keeps the Door Open | Sunday Service | 11/27/2022
November 30, 2022 18:39 - 5 MBIn Part 2 of the MAKE ROOM series, Pastor Steve focuses on how our worship should be expressive and reflect a heart that is overflowing with thankfulness.
MAKE ROOM – Part 1 – The Power of His Presence | Sunday Service | 11/20/2022
November 23, 2022 21:08 - 5 MBThere are things that we can do, things that we should do, and one thing we must do: to be present with Jesus. It’s a people who make room for Jesus and become hosts of His Presence who prevail.
He Can Turn – Sylvia Evans | Sunday Service | 11/13/2022
November 15, 2022 17:34 - 5 MBWe’re excited to have special guest ministry from Sylvia Evans, who shares an encouraging and equipping word about the transformative power of Jesus. Be blessed as you listen to and are challenged by this message.
The Government Still Rests on His Shoulders | Sunday Service | 11/6/2022
November 08, 2022 19:50 - 5 MBPerhaps you’ve grown up with the concept that church and politics shouldn’t mix. Pastor Steve brings a word this week that challenges that notion with a message full of history, scripture, and most importantly, a hope that only the King of Kings can bring.
Comfort Zone or Confront Zone? Guest Pastor Mohan Babu | Sunday Service | 10/30/2022
November 02, 2022 15:25 - 5 MBHow many times do we desire to stay in our comfort zones? In this message, guest minister Pastor Mohan Babu talks to us about God drawing us into the “Confront Zone” as we allow God to be in control and seek after His ways.
Yes, You Are Courageous | Sunday Service | 10/23/2022
October 25, 2022 17:29 - 5 MBCourage seems to be a rare commodity today. However, as Christians we are not only called to be courageous, but we are courageous because we have Jesus inside of us. The cross of Jesus is both the ultimate act of courage and the source of all courage for those who believe. In this message, Pastor Steve provokes courage in us, ... Read More
The Gift of Shame | Sunday Service | 10/16/2022
October 18, 2022 16:29 - 5 MBWe often speak of shame in purely negative terms, and even pray against shame. In this message, Pastor Steve shares about the benefits of shame, and how shame is different than condemnation.
Empowering the Word of the Lord | Sunday Service | 10/9/22
October 12, 2022 15:33 - 5 MBFollowing up with a tremendous weekend of Prophetic Ministry, we may ask the question: Now What? Pastor Steve dives in to share practical insights on what to do with a prophetic word, and how to see it empowered and come to fulfillment in your life.
SPECIAL GUEST Pastor Phil Cappuccio | Sunday Service | 10/2/2022
October 12, 2022 15:14 - 5 MBJoin us for special guest ministry from Pastor Phil Cappuccio, who is a spiritual father to this house. In this word, Pastor Phil explains the power of breakthrough that happens when the Word of the Lord moves in our hearts.
Senseless Faith | Sunday Service | 9/25/2022
September 27, 2022 15:52 - 5 MBIf you’re in need of an encouraging and challenging message all about faith, listen to this week’s sermon taught by Patti Bowman. In this message she challenges us to practice a senseless faith – to not use our natural senses but build our faith by resting in God, eating of His word and exercising our faith.
Sealed By God | Sunday Service | 9/18/2022
September 20, 2022 18:06 - 5 MBIn this week’s sermon, Todd Gearhart shares from Ephesians 1:13 on the ways and the reasons we are sealed by God.
You All Know | Sunday Service | 9/11/2022
September 13, 2022 18:59 - 5 MBHave you heard talk about the Anti-Christ? Maybe you have a political leader in mind when that word is mentioned. Are you curious to know more about who the Anti-Christ is? Listen this week to Pastor Steve’s sermon where he shares about the Biblical understanding of the Anti-Christ.
In Him Is Life | Sunday Service | 9/4/2022
September 06, 2022 15:40 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! Pastor Steve exhorts us about the life that is in the body and blood of Jesus, and asks us to bring to remembrance the times that Jesus is life inside of us. Communion is also shared during this service. ... Read More
No, You Haven’t Lost Your Mind | Sunday Service | 8/28/2022
August 30, 2022 18:53 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This week, Pastor Steve talks about the importance of our identity and why it matters in our day-to-day lives. If you want to connect with us, request more information, or share a prayer request, click this link: https://hcfmillersburg.churchcenter.com/people/forms/179258 To ... Read More
Sozo or So-So – Brian Diffendurfer | Sunday Service | 8/21/2022
August 24, 2022 13:42 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This week, Brian Diffendurfer shares a beautiful message about his return to the Lord, and challenges us to have a “Sozo” salvation that affects the entirety of our spirit, soul and body. We apologize for a few audio glitches ... Read More
The Recipe of Our Annointing – Part 3 | Sunday Service | 8/14/2022
August 15, 2022 18:05 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! Pastor Steve continues his series on the process and purpose of the annointing of the Lord. If you want to connect with us, request more information, or share a prayer request, click this link: https://hcfmillersburg.churchcenter.com/people/forms/179258 To see more about ... Read More
The Recipe of Our Annointing – Part 2 | Sunday Service | 8/7/2022
August 09, 2022 20:09 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! Pastor Steve continues his series on the process and purpose of the annointing of the Lord. If you want to connect with us, request more information, or share a prayer request, click this link: https://hcfmillersburg.churchcenter.com/people/forms/179258 To see more about ... Read More
The Recipe of Our Annointing | Sunday Service | 7/31/2022
August 01, 2022 18:51 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! Pastor Steve starts a series on the process and purpose of the annointing of the Lord. If you want to connect with us, request more information, or share a prayer request, click this link: https://hcfmillersburg.churchcenter.com/people/forms/179258 To see more about ... Read More
Greater Expectations | Sunday Service | 7/24/2022
July 26, 2022 17:32 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! Does your expectation of what God can do match your faith? In this week’s message, Pastor Steve encourages us to move away from despair and towards the fullness of God as revealed and manifested by Jesus.
Fill Your Horn with Oil… and Go! | Sunday Service | 7/17/2022
July 26, 2022 13:00 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This week, Pastor Steve shares about King Saul, the prophet Samuel, rejection, grief, and moving on. For more information about Hillside, go to hillsidechristian.org
Into Me You See – Stephanie Thorn | Sunday Service | 7/10/2022
July 11, 2022 18:36 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This week, Stephanie shares about the power and purpose of Intimacy. For more info, visit hillsidechristian.org
Asleep In The Boat | Sunday Service | 7/3/2022
July 07, 2022 12:15 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This podcast features sermons from our weekly worship service. Most of the sermons are taught by Steve Blayer, our senior pastor. For more info, visit hillsidechristian.org
The Calling of Moses: What’s Your Excuse? | Sunday Service | 6/26/2022
June 27, 2022 19:19 - 5 MBHillside Christian Fellowship is a community of believers in Millersburg, PA. We are passionate about being the light of the world! This podcast features sermons from our weekly worship service. Most of the sermons are taught by Steve Blayer, our senior pastor. For more info, visit hillsidechristian.org
Honoring The Hauptmans | Sunday Service | 6/19/2022
June 23, 2022 01:16 - 5 MBYou’re listening to a special service honoring Pastor James Hauptman and his wife, worship leader Abbie Hauptman, who are leaving Hillside after 12 years of service. We felt it appropriate to showcase the amazing testimonies, goodbyes, and even some fun memories of this entire family who has so specially dedicated themselves to God and to serving our church.