Mission Church
Welcome to the Mission Church podcast—where faith connects with everyday life. Each week, Pastor Ezra and Kendra Stanton, guest speakers, and Mission Church leaders share messages to inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re exploring faith or looking to grow deeper in your walk with Jesus, you’ll find something meaningful here. Join us for live online services every weekend at Mission.live, or download our app to learn more about Jesus and Mission Church.
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
In today's message, we're diving deep into how your past has shaped you for the battles you're facing—and the victories to come. Whether your past makes you cringe or gives you confidence, God is using every moment as preparation. Just as David faced Goliath, you too have giants—problems bigger than you. But you're not alone. God is with you, multiplying your small steps into great victories.
David wasn’t intimidated by Goliath because he had already faced his own "giants"—lions and bears in the field. These moments in his past prepared him for the bigger fight ahead. And just like David, your challenges, struggles, and past wins are equipping you for your future battles.
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Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
In this powerful message, we dive deep into the story of David from 1 Samuel 17:12-30, but this time, we look beyond just the battle with Goliath. What can we learn from David's journey, going back and forth between caring for sheep and delivering food to his brothers? It’s all about God’s perfect timing. David shows up just as the army is filled with battle cries, but moments later, they are filled with fear. What changed? They encountered the giant. Yet David wasn’t shaken—he knew the greatness of his God.Join us at Mission.online

Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about knowing the One who does. In this message, we break down what faith really is, why it requires obedience, and how it receives blessing. Hebrews 11:1 tells us that faith is the assurance of things we cannot see, but Abraham’s story shows us what that looks like when tested. Abraham and Sarah waited decades for their promised son, Isaac. But just when they thought they had arrived at their happily ever after, God asked the unthinkable—sacrifice the very blessing He had given. Was this a cruel test? A contradiction? Or was God revealing something deeper? What happens next is a game-changer not just for Abraham but for all of us. Mount Moriah wasn’t just any mountain—it was a preview of Calvary. Isaac’s near-sacrifice foreshadowed the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, the Son of God, for all humanity. And just as God provided a ram for Abraham, He provided the Lamb for us.

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Just like Goliath, giants aren’t only defined by their physical size, but also by the psychological and spiritual challenges they present. Goliath's taunts were aimed at making the Israelites question themselves and their identity, and modern giants do the same to us. In this message titled “ The Thing About Giants,” we discover four things Goliath did to David and the Israelites that the giants in our lives will attempt to do to us.
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Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Ever felt like you were facing giants in your life? David sure did, and what set him apart wasn’t his size or strength—it was his worship. In this week’s message, we dive into 1 Samuel 16:14-23, where David’s gift of worship brought peace to Saul’s troubled heart. But here’s the catch: it wasn’t the harp that made the difference, it was God’s presence. When we worship, we shift our focus from our struggles to the One who holds the victory. Worship brings peace, perspective, and protection from pride. David’s heart of worship positioned him for greatness, and it can do the same for you. Whether you're in a battle or a season of blessing, worship is your weapon. Let’s explore how a posture of worship can change everything—from guarding against pride to positioning us in the center of God’s will.
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Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Ever felt like you were facing giants in your life? David sure did, and what set him apart wasn’t his size or strength—it was his worship. In this week’s message, we dive into 1 Samuel 16:14-23, where David’s gift of worship brought peace to Saul’s troubled heart. But here’s the catch: it wasn’t the harp that made the difference, it was God’s presence. When we worship, we shift our focus from our struggles to the One who holds the victory. Worship brings peace, perspective, and protection from pride. David’s heart of worship positioned him for greatness, and it can do the same for you. Whether you're in a battle or a season of blessing, worship is your weapon. Let’s explore how a posture of worship can change everything—from guarding against pride to positioning us in the center of God’s will.
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Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
In this powerful message, we dive into the story of David’s anointing and what it means to defy the giants in your life. Have you ever felt overlooked, unappreciated, or pushed aside? David certainly did—his own father didn’t even invite him to the sacrificial feast where one of his sons would be anointed as king. But while David was an afterthought to his earthly father, he was a forethought to his Heavenly Father.

Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
What if your greatest battles could be won without lifting a finger? Today, we’re diving into a story that shows the incredible power of prayer and fasting. From King Jehoshaphat’s life in 2 Chronicles 20, we learn what it looks like to trust God completely in the face of overwhelming odds.
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Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
God wants to revolutionize the way we think! This message, ”Stop Conforming. Start Transforming." unpacks the biblical principle that true change begins not externally, but within our minds, inspired by Romans 12:2, which instructs us not to conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
Many of us struggle with negative thought patterns—worry, anxiety, self-defeat, or discouragement. Yet, as we embrace a relationship with Jesus, one of the first gifts we receive is a transformative shift in our mindset. This shift isn't just about minor adjustments; it's about a radical change from believing we are sufficient on our own to recognizing our deep need for Jesus.
For more information, head to our site Mission.live

Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
God wants to revolutionize the way we think! This message, ”Stop Conforming. Start Transforming." unpacks the biblical principle that true change begins not externally, but within our minds, inspired by Romans 12:2, which instructs us not to conform to the pattern of this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
Many of us struggle with negative thought patterns—worry, anxiety, self-defeat, or discouragement. Yet, as we embrace a relationship with Jesus, one of the first gifts we receive is a transformative shift in our mindset. This shift isn't just about minor adjustments; it's about a radical change from believing we are sufficient on our own to recognizing our deep need for Jesus.
For more information, head to our site Mission.live