Why does a loving God allow suffering—and what is He doing through it? In this episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki explores one of the deepest questions of life and faith: the place of suffering in God’s plan. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals that pain, hardship, and trial are not outside of God’s purpose. Suffering entered the world through sin, yet God uses it to reveal His righteousness, wean our hearts from earthly attachments, and prepare us for the glory to come. Whether the trial comes from the brokenness of the world, persecution for Christ’s sake, or even our own mistakes, believers can rest in the truth that nothing escapes God’s notice—and everything can work together for good.

Pastor Josh reminds listeners that the goal of the Christian life is not the removal of pain but spiritual renewal through it. Suffering humbles us, deepens our faith, and draws us nearer to the God of all comfort. As we trust in His grace, our trials become testimonies of His strength, shaping Christ’s character within us and becoming a ministry to others who suffer. In Christ, no pain is wasted, no hardship is unseen, and no believer walks alone—for the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us.

What does it mean to walk in the Spirit—and how does it differ from trying to live the Christian life in our own strength? In this episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki explores the believer’s daily walk in the Spirit as the key to genuine Christian living. Drawing from Galatians 5, Romans 8, and 1 Corinthians 2, he explains that the Spirit is not merely an influence but the very power of God dwelling within the believer. To walk in the Spirit is to yield to His leading in thought, attitude, and action—to live out the life of Christ from within rather than striving in the weakness of the flesh.

Listeners will discover that walking in the Spirit begins in the mind. The Spirit renews our understanding, teaches us the mind of Christ through the Word, and produces the fruit of love, joy, peace, and godly wisdom in daily life. This episode reminds believers that spiritual growth is not achieved by effort or formula but through faith—by learning, trusting, and yielding to the Spirit’s work. To walk in the Spirit is to live in step with the heart of God, letting His Word shape our thinking, His love guide our steps, and His life be displayed through ours.

Where does the Christian walk begin? In this episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki explores what it means to live daily by God’s grace rather than by mere performance or law-keeping. While good works and activity should mark every believer’s life, the issue is not whether we work, but where that work comes from—the flesh or the Spirit.

From Romans 6–8, Galatians, and 2 Corinthians, this episode explains that the believer is no longer under law but under grace. The law, though holy and good, exposes sin and demands performance from our weak flesh. Grace, by contrast, provides both the standing and the power we need—through the Spirit of God—to walk in newness of life. True Christian living flows from inward transformation by the Spirit, not outward effort in the flesh.

Listeners will learn to recognize two major pitfalls: returning to the law (legalism) or chasing the world’s wisdom (carnal living). Both rob believers of joy and fruitfulness. Instead, God’s grace supplies all sufficiency to abound in good works, whether in marriage, service, or daily priorities. The Spirit teaches, renews the mind, and produces genuine godliness and love that the law or the flesh never could.

This episode calls believers to root their walk in Christ’s finished work, to renew their minds in His Word, and to depend on His Spirit for strength. Living under grace protects from burnout, fosters true joy, and empowers a life that pleases God.

When the Bible speaks of "the world," what does it mean, and how should Christians think differently about it than unbelievers do? In light of recent tragic events and ongoing violence, Pastor Josh Strelecki addresses the critical need for believers to understand the world through Scripture's lens rather than being conformed to its values. This episode explores four essential aspects: the world's nature, its opposition to God, the Christian's response, and the eternal contrast between worldly pursuits and God's will. Pastor Josh clarifies that while God loves the world's people, He opposes the world's system—marked by sin, vanity, darkness, and passing pleasures that stem from Adam's rebellion and Satan's deceptive influence.

Drawing from Ecclesiastes, Psalms, and 1 John, Pastor Josh reveals the world's fundamental vanity and temporary nature. Even the richest, most powerful, and most reputable individuals possess nothing that can purchase eternal life or fulfill God's design. The world system actively opposes God through the lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and pride of life, creating a culture of self-love, pleasure-seeking, and godlessness described in 2 Timothy 3. This system, energized by Satan as "the god of this world," blinds people to truth and convinces them that good is evil and evil is good, leading them to view God as their enemy rather than their loving Creator.

The Christian's response must be rooted in love and transformation through Christ, who came as the light of the world to save people trapped in this system. While we cannot escape living in the world, believers are called to live differently—transformed by the renewing of our minds, setting our affections on things above, and taking every thought captive to Christ's obedience. We engage society, work, and family life but with eyes fixed above, using the world without being owned by it. The eternal contrast is clear: "The world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever" (1 John 2:17). Christians must remember that while the world is loud, flashy, and temporary, Christ is eternal, faithful, and unshakable—offering purpose and hope that will never disappoint.

How should Christians respond when tragedy strikes—whether in the world around us or within the body of Christ? In this timely episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki addresses the assassination of Charlie Kirk and other recent acts of violence, calling believers to think biblically about grief, justice, and hope.

This episode begins with lament: Scripture teaches it is right to mourn, grieve, and cry out to God in the face

of loss. Yet grief must be tempered and guided by truth, rooted in the mercies and comfort of God revealed in Christ, who Himself suffered and is touched with our infirmities. From there, Pastor Josh emphasizes the need for discernment—rejecting rash reactions, misinformation, and worldly anger, while anchoring ourselves in the Word of God as the light in a dark world.

Finally, the episode directs listeners to the eternal perspective that sustains us: vengeance belongs to God, perfect justice will be executed by Christ at His return, and until then, we overcome evil with good, serve even our enemies, and hold fast to the hope of a world made new.

This message calls believers to grieve with hope, to stand firm in truth, and to live with courage and clarity in the midst of a world filled with violence and confusion.

What really happens when believers gather as the church? In this episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki explores the purpose and practice of the church’s life together, focusing on the twin priorities of edification and service.

The church is not a building or a program, but the people of God—those redeemed by Christ and joined together as His body. When we gather, the central task is to sit under the faithful preaching of God’s Word. From that foundation flows growth in knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual strength. Edification is not about entertainment or outward show, but the inner man being built up by truth, so that believers might walk in Christlikeness.

Yet edification is never meant to stay private. It expresses itself in service—through love, comfort, encouragement, correction, and bearing one another’s burdens. Every member has a role, and every member is necessary for the health of the body. Together, the church becomes a testimony of Christ’s life and love to one another and to the world.

This episode is a call to recover the privilege and responsibility of gathering, to value the Word above all, and to see the church as more than something to consume—but a fellowship to which we belong and contribute. Edification and service go hand in hand, shaping us into the likeness of Christ and strengthening His body for His glory.

What does it really mean to worship God? In this episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki takes listeners beyond the common association of worship with music, lights, and Sunday gatherings, and leads them into the heart of biblical worship—a life lived in spirit and in truth.

Drawing from John 4, Philippians 3, and Romans 12, this episode shows that true worship is not bound to a physical place, outward ritual, or performance, but flows from the inner person transformed by God’s Word and Spirit. Worship is rooted in gratitude, faith, and obedience, as believers present their bodies a living sacrifice and let the word of Christ dwell richly within them.

Listeners are encouraged to see worship not as something confined to Sunday services or singing, but as an all-of-life reality: how we think, speak, work, relate, and live before God. Worship without truth drifts into idolatry; truth without the Spirit becomes empty ritual. But worship in spirit and truth brings both heart and mind under God’s will, producing praise and service that honors Him daily.

This episode challenges every believer to consider: is my worship dependent on outward form, or is it grounded in the truth of God’s Word and the overflow of a heart renewed by Christ?

What is the church? Is it a building, a denomination, or something far greater? As many flee organized religion and question the relevance of church attendance, Pastor Josh Strelecki addresses these critical questions in this foundational episode of All Things for Good. This episode launches a multi-part series exploring "all things church," beginning with the essential question that shapes everything else: what exactly is the church according to Scripture? Pastor Josh clarifies that the church is neither a building nor a denomination, but God's people in Christ. Through careful examination of 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 1, he reveals how Scripture presents the church in two distinct yet connected ways: universal and local. The universal church is the invisible body of Christ—every believer throughout history who has trusted in Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. Entry comes not through denominational requirements or covenant memberships, but through the Spirit's baptism that identifies believers with Christ the moment they place faith in the gospel.

The local church serves as the visible expression of this universal reality, bringing believers together in specific locations for refuge, teaching, and spiritual growth. Pastor Josh emphasizes that local churches should not impose extra requirements beyond faith in Christ's shed blood—the very basis that makes someone a member of His body. The episode explores the church's threefold purpose: serving as the pillar and ground of truth (1 Timothy 3:15), functioning as ambassadors of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-20), and equipping saints for ministry (Ephesians 4:11-12). This purpose is spiritual, not political, centered on preaching the gospel, building up believers, and displaying God's wisdom through His Word.

Drawing from Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Josh illustrates how the church functions like a physical body—one entity with many diverse members. While spiritual gifts have ceased, the principle of unity in diversity continues through the unique personalities, skills, and callings God gives each believer. True growth happens when every member contributes in love, speaking truth to one another under Christ the head. Listeners are challenged to embrace both realities: belonging eternally to Christ's universal body and participating practically in local church community. Despite imperfections and hardships, Pastor Josh encourages believers not to forsake assembling together, but to seek churches that know, hold, and properly use the truth of Scripture under the headship of Christ.