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The Well Grand Rapids

by The Well Church Grand Rapids

Heal, Restore, Train, Send. The Well Church is a community of Christians pursuing Jesus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The church culture at The Well is one of empowerment, where people are strengthened in their walk with God and encouraged to grow in their gifts and talents. The Well is a shame-free zone where anyone is welcome to come and experience the transforming love of God. Founded by Kathy El-Ali, The Well is a non-denominational church with ministries and home groups focused on experiencing the presence of God and loving people well.

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Episodes

  1. Faith when you can't feel it

    This past week has been heavy, filled with highs and lows. Our brother Joe, a missionary in Zambia, faced life-threatening illness—malaria, typhoid, and paralysis from GBS. Despite the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty, our community united in prayer and fasting, standing on God's Word. When we…

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  2. Witness

    God calls each of us to be His witnesses—but what does that really mean in our daily lives? In this message, we explore how God empowers ordinary people to make an extraordinary impact when they step into their role as witnesses for Christ. From the early disciples to our modern-day walk, we’ll...

  3. The Mind of Christ:

    When we step into life with Jesus, we are invited to see differently, to think differently, and to live differently. Scripture tells us that we now have “the mind of Christ,” but what does that actually mean for our everyday lives?In this message, we explore how shifting our perspective to align...

  4. How to be a Good Samaritan

    This week’s message dives into the heart of Jesus’ teaching on the Good Samaritan. How can we truly love our neighbors without judgment, shame, or conditions? Discover practical ways to show compassion and grace in a world that often divides us. Join us as we explore how to reflect Christ’s love…

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  5. Becoming a New Person

    It's Baptism Sunday! When you get baptized and say Yes to the call of God for your life, you realize the Blood of Jesus is sufficient for you. You are called righteous, blameless, pure, called, you have a purpose and you are wanted by God. It is more normal for you to behave like a righteous…

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  6. How to Share Your Story

    Do you Remember the stories of God moving in your life? Sharing bringing to remembrance the testimony of Jesus is a part of the relationship we have with God. We overcome by "The Blood of the Lamb" and the "Word of our Testimony". It's important to tell of the victories that God has been apart of...

  7. Finding Your Purpose

    Have you ever felt like you didn't know what you were supposed to do in your life? You could go in any direction and still not find what you were born to do. John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Our lifes purpose is to…

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  8. Life in Zambia

    In this interview we host Joe and Maddie Kornoelje and ask them questions about their lives in Zambia, Africa. They talk about some of the differences of American Culture compared to African Culture. Share testimonies of Healings, relationships and how God is moving through the country of Zambia!

  9. Spiritual Maturity

    Maturity is not just growing up to be able to identify what is true and real, but how you can enact those truths in your everyday life. There are going to be times where Jesus is going to be everything you need and there are going to be other times where God is going to hide what you need to move...

  10. How a Father Treats his Family

    It's the Goodness of God that brings us closer to Him. He is not an angry God, He's a God who wants to bless His Children and have a connection with them. When we experience the presence of God the father, anything is possible and He will sovereignly move to heal, restore and connect with His...

  11. The Forefront of the Mind

    Injustices are all around us. From media to our own experiences, our purpose and call in life is to look at injustices and to find solutions for them. We are called to not live with an out of sight out of mind mentality, we are to confront issues and bring peace to ourselves and society. Have a...

  12. He Is

    Trusting in God and taking Him not only at His word, but at His character. The story of Christmas was prophesied all throughout the old testament and our trust goes beyond just hearing, reading words, but believing God wants the best for us. Christ came into the world to show us God the father…

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  13. Walking into the Unknown

    In the age of information we live in, it's a value to know everything and be comfortable. In the kingdom, its about faith in Jesus and putting our trust in God that He is communicating to us that where we are going we will be secure. Where we were in this past season in life is not where we are...

  14. The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand

    Part of the gospel message is heaven, but Jesus mostly talked about how we live today on this earth. The gospel is way bigger than just going to church on Sunday's. It's not based on your performance, its based on Christ and the His death and Resurrection. Our partnership with Christ can help...

  15. Overtaken by the Covenant

    The blessings of God will over take you! Have you ever been in a place you weren't planning on being in? David in the bible remembers his covenant with Johnathan and restores Mephibosheth to his rightful place. There is a day that God will come for you, just be patient and be ready for when your...

  16. We're on the Offense

    God does not play defense, He is always on the offense! In this message Ray Gooslby brings an encouraging word to about living from that place of Victory Have a testimony? Email us at [email protected] The Well is a family dedicated to seeing our cities and world transformed through the power…

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  17. Faith over your Feelings

    You're feelings are valid, but they are not in control. We must manage and care for our feelings, but not always give them the final say. Jesus is the most important person in our lives and we must take our feelings, our will, and our emotions under the authority of His reign.

  18. Fight for Unity

    We need to love the church! Its not just about loving our home church, but the global church of Jesus Christ. In a country so divided by beliefs, we often forget that the point of the gospel is Jesus and that Jesus will build the church. Our mandate is to be a part of the solution and to do that…

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  19. The Only Thing That Matters

    Your passion isn't always your call and the only thing that matters is Jesus. Moses in Exodus 33 said "If your presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here". The presence of God and living like Jesus lived is the only thing that does and should matter. No matter what you do today God...

  20. Where are you?

    Seeking the heart of God is wild and that means at times things can get "weird" We need to step out and start to see with our spiritual eyes and senses to discern what is happening in the heavenly realm. In this episode, John Wheeler calls us up to start to see God and His love for us, and to…

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  21. The Wild Heart of God

    God's heart is a wild one! Kathy Wheeler encourages us to open the door that God is knocking on. Discovering the heart of God the father is one of our life purposes. Its one we will pursue over our entire lifetime and its the one thing that will satisfy. Our relationship with Jesus and following...

  22. In Weakness

    Gods heart is to be with us and to partner with us and even use us in our weakness. This message is a reminder that God is the focus, and He is the source of our strength.

  23. Through Fire and Water

    Water baptisms are an essential part of the christian faith, but there is always more! In this episode we get to learn about the power of water baptism, the baptism of the holy spirit and listen to some ministry time that took place at the well Grand Rapids@

  24. Abide in the Cross

    When Jesus said "it is finished" He meant it and He did it. Our mandate is to follow after Jesus, believe in His works, and live it out in Godly fear and Trembling. Get connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellgr/?... Website: http://www.thewellgr.com Facebook:...

  25. No Hybrids

    This past Sunday Pastor Max challenged us to get back to an authentic relationship with God. Not one built on a combination of grace, legalism and other factors. It's just grace. It's just Him.

  26. The Return

    Pastor Matthew gave a call to return to our first love. We are loved unconditionally and it's out of that love that we live for God. Take a moment to sit back and receive the love God has for you.

  27. Kingdom Culture: Part 9

    This past Sunday, Pastor Jason Wimbush preached about the mercy of God. When Jesus walked the earth, he spent time with sinners, extending mercy. We are called to do the same and bring the message of reconciliation to the world.

  28. Laying it Down

    This past Sunday, Dr. Leon Van Rooyen gave a powerful message on giving of our whole selves to the Kingdom of God. We are called to be a generous people, in every way. It is only when we have laid down our lives that we truly find our life hidden in Him.

  29. Kingdom Culture: Part 8

    This past Sunday, Pastor Matthew brought a powerful message on how vital it is to stay united in community with the Body of Christ. God created us to need each other and to walk together as one.

  30. Kingdom Culture: Part 7

    This past Sunday, Pastor Kathy shared on the power of forgiveness. It is vital that we stand together in unity as the body of Christ. Our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of darkness. Let's stand together as one in victory!

  31. The Well Youth!

    Our youth shared testimonies from their Youth Camp in Texas. They encountered God and experienced freedom from fear and anxiety and learned the power of forgiveness. Receive an impartation for more of God!

  32. Giving God our ALL!

    As you listen to this week's message, Dr. Leon Van Rooyen gave a powerful call to examine not only WHAT we give unto God but HOW we give. God is calling us to lay down our whole lives to Him. He wants all of our heart!

  33. Kingdom Culture: Part 6

    Pastor Matthew gave a powerful word on valuing the word of God and spoke into the time we are in as a nation. He charged men to rise up and be fathers in this fatherless generation.

  34. Sharing God's Love

    Pastor Kathy shared a powerful word on love. We have the amazing opportunity to share the Gospel and love of Jesus with the world around us. It is vital that everything we do comes from this heart of love.

  35. Worship & Testimony Sunday

    The words of our testimony have power! This week, be encouraged, strengthened and healed as you hear the testimonies of what God is and has been doing among us.

  36. Kingdom Culture: Part 5

    Pastor Kathy delivered a powerful message of repentance, turning our lives, affections, and attention from things of this world to seeking first HIS Kingdom. Today is the day to bring His Gospel to a dying world around us.

  37. Kingdom Culture: Part 4

    Pastor Kathy delivered a powerful message of repentance, turning our lives, affections, and attention from things of this world to seeking first HIS Kingdom. Today is the day to bring His Gospel to a dying world around us.

  38. Kingdom Culture: Part 3

    As we encountered the Holy Spirit this past Sunday, Pastor Kathy reminded all of us how extravagant God's love is for us. He does more than we can ever dream of or ask for. This week, be encouraged by the magnificence of God's love for you.

  39. Kingdom Culture: Part 2

    There is favor that comes when we honor those that God has appointed. Be encouraged this week, as Pastor Max teaches on the glory of humbling ourselves and walking in submission to one another as we submit to God.

  40. Kingdom Culture: Part 1

    This past Sunday, Pastor Matthew gave a powerful message on how the Culture of the Kingdom of God is at the very core of all who are disciples of Christ. Be encouraged this week knowing you are no longer alive to this world and its ways of thinking but are born into the Kingdom of God!

  41. Presence: Part 6

    This past Sunday, Pastor Kathy encouraged us through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo that God is in the fire with you. Every step of the way, He is there to protect, guide, and love you. Be encouraged as you experience His presence through this week’s service.

  42. Presence: Part 5

    This past Sunday, Jason Wimbush encouraged us to abide in the presence of God. As we make space for Him, He will fill us with peace and joy.

  43. Easter Sunday

    This past Sunday, Pastor Kathy shared the significance of Jesus’ resurrection on the third day. We are in the third day as a church: a time of new beginnings, wholeness, and freedom.

  44. Presence: Part 4

    This past week, Pastor Kathy reminded us how good the Presence of God is. Just as Jesus chose to meet a sinful woman at the well, He longs to come and encounter you in the midst of all of life’s struggles.

  45. Presence: Part 3

    Where two or more come together in His name, there He is. This past Sunday, Pastor Max encouraged us to walk in unity with each other and experience God’s presence in a greater measure.

  46. Presence: Part 2

    God is always present, whether or not we can feel Him or sense Him. Listen as Pastor Matthew encourages us to press into the presence of God in our everyday life. As you seek Him, you will find Him!

  47. Presence: Part 1

    As you listen to this past Sunday’s message, be encouraged that you have entered into a new day, a new season. Although the new day begins while it is still dark, the light is coming. Breakthrough is here!

  48. Stewardship: Part 7

    This past Sunday, as we continue in our Stewardship Series, Pastor Max taught that Heavenly stewardship involves bringing increase. As you listen to this message, be encouraged to not hold tight to the giftings and talents that God has given you but step out in faith with all that you have.

  49. Stewardship: Part 6

    This past Sunday, as we continue in our Stewardship Series, Pastor Max taught that Heavenly stewardship involves bringing increase. As you listen to this message, be encouraged to not hold tight to the giftings and talents that God has given you but step out in faith with all that you have.

  50. Stewardship: Part 5

    This past Sunday, Pastor Kathy spoke an encouraging word on faith beyond feelings. It’s ok to “feel the feels” but know that our emotions come and go. God’s faith for us is bigger than our feelings and our faith grows as we keep our eyes on Him.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Heal, Restore, Train, Send. The Well Church is a community of Christians pursuing Jesus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The church culture at The Well is one of empowerment, where people are strengthened in their walk with God and encouraged to grow in their gifts and talents. The Well is a shame-free zone where anyone is welcome to come and experience the transforming love of God. Founded by Kathy El-Ali, The Well is a non-denominational church with ministries and home groups focused on experiencing the presence of God and loving people well.

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