When We Walk

What if your doubts and disappointments are the very tools God uses to build you?In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen discuss “The Wall”- a season of life marked by faith crisis, disappointment, and uncertainty. The Wall isn’t meant to break you- instead, it’s an invitation from God to wrestle, surrender, and trust Him in the unknown. Though painful, this journey ultimately leads to a deeper connection with God, teaching us that while we may not get what we want, He always provides what we truly need.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:How have you responded at a time when your faith was tested? Who is someone in your life that will sit with you at your “wall”? How might God be using your current struggles to prepare you for something greater?

Is your political identity drowning out your faith?In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen explore how we can engage thoughtfully, stay grounded in Christ, and focus on unity over division during an election season. For these times that feel massively divided, Jesus calls us to love in every direction. Micah and Shireen discuss how to stay grounded in Christ rather than placing our identity in political parties. As believers, we aim to align our hearts with God's will as we make decisions about our nation's future. Ultimately, our political engagement is just one part of a larger picture.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:What role does your faith play in political decisions? In what ways do you think voting can reflect your love for your neighbors? How can you encourage curiosity and understanding in political discussions rather than judgment?

Instead of relying on the world’s solutions, we’re called to bring our concerns to God, remembering that people are not our enemy—sin is.In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen explore the Book of Habakkuk, drawing parallels between Babylon’s obsession with power and the world we live in today. Just as Habakkuk brought his complaints to the Lord amid destruction and evil, we too can feel overwhelmed by the darkness in our own "Babylon season." But rather than turning to worldly answers, we’re encouraged to focus on God—loving Him, loving others, and holding on to the truth that real hope lies in His Kingdom. Will you look to the Lord, set boundaries, and trust that righteousness is winning, even when it seems hidden?As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:Where do you stand in this modern Babylon? In what ways are you tempted to put your trust in power, success, or control instead of God? What boundaries do you need to set with worldly distractions in order to grow spiritually?

It's easy to let screens and social media take control of our lives.In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen invite listeners to consider how our phones and social media shape our hearts and minds, often pulling us away from God's purpose. They highlight the importance of finding balance in a tech-saturated world. It's not just about limiting screen time—it's about intentionally turning away from distractions to draw closer to God. By setting boundaries with our devices, we can experience spiritual growth, build stronger relationships, and refocus on what truly matters. Ready to reevaluate your relationship with technology?As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:What boundaries can you set with your phone to create more space for God? When was the last time you took a break from social media? What is one step you can take today to disconnect from technology and reconnect with God?

We often seek comfort and predictability while God challenges us in ways we don't always understand.In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen tackle the tough questions about the nature of God, safety, and faith. We often seek comfort and predictability while God challenges us in ways we don't always understand. What happens when God doesn’t answer prayers the way we expect? And how can we trust in His unchanging nature even when life feels unpredictable? True safety is found in the consistency of who God is, not in the guarantees of life.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:What fears or insecurities do you find difficult to bring to God? How might understanding His unchanging nature help you overcome them?

Jesus is our ultimate Sabbath rest, but how do we incorporate that into the six other days of the week?In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen unpack the meaning of sabbatical, what happens when things don’t go as planned, and how rest isn’t just about personal relaxation. Join us as we explore the tension between work and rest, and how true rest can only be found in Christ, regardless of what’s happening around us. They discuss how our family backgrounds, personalities, and even society shape our views on work and rest. It’s about surrendering control and learning to rest in God, even when circumstances challenge our peace.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:Why does our culture push us to work non-stop, and where does this pressure come from? What is the source of what is coming at us?

In this episode of the When We Walk Podcast, Pastors Micah and Shireen go live to answer your REAL questions in REAL TIME.Here’s what you asked:If you weren’t pastors, what do you think you would be doing for a living?It seems like you both have very different personalities. How are you most alike and most different? And how do you settle those personality differences that end in an argument?It seems that everywhere we look there is division in our society. Jesus commands us to prioritize unity. How do you propose we do that as a church, through an election season, and when our values are divisive in our culture?How does God speak to you, and how do you know He is speaking to you?As Christians, how do you feel about cremation?If there was one thing you could communicate to the younger (gen z) generation, what would it be?How do you know if the person you’re dating is the person God has for you?What, in this season of life, is the attribute of Jesus that you’re most drawn to?As I am learning more about Biblical context and more accurately interpreting passages of the Bible, how do I reconcile my new understanding with what I was taught as a child in Sunday School or youth group?How can I make peace with feeling let down by people who preached sermons which led me to inaccurately understand aspects of my faith?What are some ways to help/support someone whose marriage is struggling?My husband has stopped believing in God because of things that happened to me. He does believe in a higher power. I want a God centered marriage. How do I help him back to being a believer?What book (outside of the Bible) most impacted your life?If you could meet anyone in history (except Jesus) who would it be and why?What do you think Jesus’ favorite sneaker would be?

Is there such a thing as too much “me” time?In this episode, Pastor Micah and Shireen discuss the declining efforts of communal dining and its impact on loneliness in American culture today. They highlight how dining together fosters connection, intimacy, and community, referencing Jesus' practice of consistently gathering around a table. They emphasize the importance of reclaiming shared meal times as a tool to combat isolation and encourage believers to invite others into their homes. The conversation suggests that despite modern trends and individualistic tendencies, we are called to give up things in our lives and challenge individual thinking. The table remains an equalizer and a source of meaningful human connection. As Jesus sets a place at the table for us, we must begin by doing the same for others.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:Am I willing to pull up another chair? What is hindering me? Who can I invite to my table?

For us as believers, it takes a longer attention span to sit with the Lord and grow our relationship.In this episode, Shireen talks about her most recent trip and recalls her daughter having difficulty remaining focused after a new church experience went long. She emphasized the impact of cultural and technological changes on our attention spans. As a society, we are forced to adjust, but God won’t. Micah and Shireen stress the importance of cultivating longer attention spans to develop deeper relationships with God and each other. They advocate for intentional quiet time with the Lord, suggesting practices like walking, journaling, and reading to foster this connection. Micah and Shireen conclude by encouraging individuals to reflect on their quiet time practices and how they can improve their focus and relationship with God. Any relationship requires attention, to cultivate that, we still need practice to grow our attention span.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:What does quiet time look like to you? What can you replace in your day now with quiet time? How can you grow your attention span? What is your starting point?

The #1 reason for doubt is unanswered prayer.We often create formulas about how we think God should show up, causing us to walk away when we don’t get the result we expected or asked for. God is okay with us testing Him in these areas because He can handle it. What causes discord is when it isn’t answered the way we want it to be.Micah and Shireen emphasize that God is completely predictable in who He is, not what He will do. Although we can’t predict how He will respond or show up, God has proven that His character is never changing. When we pray those bold prayers, no matter what happens, we can anchor in the truth of who God is. We have to know His nature so that if something doesn’t turn out how we want it to, we have an anchor in what we know He is.As you listen to this podcast, reflect on these questions:What is it you would love to see God do in your life? What bold prayers are you holding on to? Are you ready to take the risk?