Discover Church Podcast
Welcome to the Discover Church Podcast — here you will find our weekend and special messages filled with truth, hope, and purpose. Whether you’re catching up on a recent message or tuning in for the first time, each episode is designed to stir your faith, challenge your perspective, and help you experience the presence of Jesus in a real and personal way. You can expect practical teaching, grounded in God’s Word, that speaks directly to everyday life.
Discover Church is a life-giving church in Decatur, Illinois, passionate about helping people discover who Jesus really is and who He’s created them to be. Led by Pastors Noah & Tricia Upton who value authenticity, spiritual growth, and bold vision, Discover is committed to creating an atmosphere where people from all walks of life can encounter God, grow in their calling, and impact the world around them.
Discover Church Podcast
Latest Episodes
Jesus Is Genuine | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
Drawing from Mark 12:38–40 in his message "Jesus Is Genuine," Pastor Noah contrasts the trap of merely looking like a Christian with the reality of truly living as a follower of Christ. Warning against the performance-driven, outward s...
Jesus Is For Everyone | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this week’s message, Pastor Noah Upton explores Mark 12:28–34 to emphasize that genuine Christianity is not about checking religious boxes or keeping a checklist of rules, but about living in response to a love-driven relationship with Jesus...
Jesus Is Marvelous | Pastor Jaylen Kacsir | Discover Church
In this message titled "Jesus Is Marvelous," Pastor Jaylen Kacsir explores Mark 12:13–17, where political rivals—the Pharisees and Herodians—unite during Passion Week in an attempt to trap Jesus with a provocative question about paying taxes to...
Jesus Is The Great Lender | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this week’s message, Pastor Noah challenges us to shift from an owner’s mindset to a steward’s perspective, revealing Jesus as the "Great Lender" who entrusts us with everything we have—our time, finances, gifts, family, and very breath—for ...
Jesus Is Our Authority | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
Are you willing to accept Jesus not just as your Savior, but as your true Lord? In this challenging installment of the Jesus Is series, Pastor Noah Upton tackles our natural human resistance to authority by looking closely at Mark 11. ...