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Pursuing God with Gene Appel

Gene Appel
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Gene Appel is the senior pastor of Eastside Christian Church, a multi-site church based in Anaheim, California. Since 2008, Gene has led Eastside into multiple seasons of rapid growth and as a result, Eastside has been consistently named among the 100 fastest growing churches in America. Gene’s recipe for success is simple: Pursue God, Build Community, and Unleash Compassion. Eastside’s explosive ... more

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In any relationship where you have real influence, love sometimes means saying the hard thing. But there's a difference between correcting someone and punishing them. Punishing is about the past, making someone pay for what they did. Correcting is ab... more

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The people closest to us often get the least unconditional acceptance from us. We hold our highest expectations for the ones we love most, and pull back when they fall short. But that's not how God treats me. Psalm 145 reminds me He's gracious and co... more

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If you ask people what they most want from the people closest to them, it usually comes down to one thing: to be understood. Not fixed, not corrected, not molded into someone else's image, just truly seen for who they are. This week we're drawing fro... more

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Tomorrow you're going to write a new chapter in your story, and the only real question is what kind of pen you'll be holding. All week in Exodus 14, we watched two million people stuck between the Red Sea and an army, caught in the cycle of fear, sar... more

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Love waking up to Gene and God!

    Gene is a very warm person. I love his messages and I love how he prays with us. He gives me so much inspiration and I know it all comes from God. I’m so grateful I found him and his church. Every morning I look forward to listening to him and being inspired, praying for God to transform me. Thank you Gene!

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    NewRomanticGirl
    United States4 years ago
  • Best start to my day!

    Love this podcast - Gene helps me to start my day in the right direction, with learning, reminding and a prayer 🙌🏼

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    Eisa R
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Gene is amazing at delivering stories from the Bible in an applicable way for us to use today. I look forward to starting my days with this podcast.

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    United States5 years ago

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Episode 1203: Finding God’s Power When You Take the First Step
Q: What step might God be asking you to take?
Appel encourages listeners to identify personal challenges and take that step of faith, without waiting for God's power to precede their actions.
Episode 984: Jesus Paid the Price for Us
Q: Have you forgiven yourself?
Gene discusses the difficulty many face in accepting their forgiveness and encourages them to let go of past mistakes that they've been holding onto.
Episode 984: Jesus Paid the Price for Us
Q: Have you received that payment?
Listeners are encouraged to appropriate the payment Jesus made for them by inviting him into their life as savior and leader.
Episode 815: The Bible As A Guide
Q: Why don't we spend more time reading and reflecting on the Bible?
Many struggle with time constraints, understanding, or fear of believing, leading to a disconnect in engaging with the scripture.
Episode 899: Transformed Lives
Q: Has not talking about your faith story and what you've seen God do in your life ever changed anything for the good?
This question invites listeners to reflect on the positive impact of sharing their faith stories and engaging in conversations about their beliefs.

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A faith-forward program centered on practical biblical teaching, personal growth, and community formation. Episodes frequently explore how scripture translates into everyday actions—building meaningful relationships, empowering all believers (including women) in leadership, and pursuing God through service, prayer, and church involvement. The host often weaves personal stories with scripture to motivate listeners to engage their faith more deeply, embrace change, and contribute to a caring, inclusive church community. A notable pattern is the focus on gender equality within church life and leadership, alongside calls to practical steps like joining groups, serving others, and initiating conversations to strengthen bonds. This mix makes it h... more

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1. Eastside Christian Church Weekend Messages
2. Greg Laurie: A New Beginning
3. Pastor Rick's Daily Hope
4. SearchLight with Jon Courson
5. The Dr. John Delony Show

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