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.
Episodes
45 episodes
Jesus Is The Mountain Mover | Discover Church | Pastor Noah Upton
In this powerful sermon based on Mark 11:22-25, we dive deep into what it truly means to have mountain-moving faith. Rather than viewing mountains as just external hardships, we take an honest look in the mirror to realize that the biggest obst...
Jesus Is Our Purpose Giver | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this Father’s Day sermon centered on Mark 11:12–25, Pastor Noah Upton explores the essential human quest for meaning, using the interconnected stories of Jesus cursing the fig tree and clearing the temple to demonstrate that purpose i...
Jesus Is Ready To Receive | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In Mark 11's account of Jesus’ triumphal entry, the sermon emphasizes that true obedience is a profound act of worship, requiring daily submission to Jesus rather than mere outward expressions. The narrative illustrates this through the discipl...
Jesus Is Our Healer | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this message, Pastor Noah Upton calls for a steadfast, unmovable faith that refuses to “lose heart” during seasons of waiting for healing or breakthrough. Drawing from the story of blind Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46–52, the sermon emphasizes tha...
Jesus Is The Ultimate Example | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
What does true greatness look like? In this message, Pastor Noah Upton dives into Mark 10:32–45 to show how Jesus radically redefines greatness contrary to worldly ambition. True greatness isn't about personal elevation; it’s rooted in humility...
Jesus Is Worth Sharing | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this message, Pastor Noah addresses the fundamental question of whether sharing Jesus is worth the potential sacrifice and awkwardness, pointing to the disciples in Mark 10:28–31 as proof that following Him is ultimately rewarding despite th...
Jesus Is More Than Enough | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Noah Upton explores the story of the rich young ruler in Mark 10:17–27, revealing the man's struggle with his wealth as a competing idol in his pursuit of eternal life. While the young ruler appears spir...
Jesus Is…The Loving Father | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this episode, we explore Mark 10:13–16, where Jesus exemplifies a loving Father by welcoming children with open arms, despite the disciples’ attempts to block their access. The sermon highlights the misconception that one must be "good enoug...
Jesus Is…The Covenant Keeper | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this episode, Pastor Noah emphasizes the importance of treating covenant relationships, particularly marriage, as steadfast commitments rather than conveniences. Drawing from Mark 10:1–12 and God's design in Genesis, he argues that God's int...
Jesus Is...Confronting Sin | Pastor LaMarkas Orange | Discover Church
In this impactful sermon, Pastor LaMarkas Orange delves into Jesus' warning in Mark 9:42–50, urging believers to confront sin head-on, recognizing its influence not only in their own lives but also on others. He emphasizes the necessity of deci...
Jesus Is…The One That Flips The Ladder | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
In this message, Pastor Noah Upton delves into Jesus’ teaching from Mark 9:33–37, where He redefines greatness in God's kingdom as the opposite of worldly ambition. While the world promotes power and recognition, Jesus emphasizes that true grea...
JESUS IS Our Peace | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
What if the peace you’ve been searching for isn’t found in your circumstances… but in a person? This Easter message, “Jesus Is Our Peace,” walks through the power of the cross and the reality of the empty grave to reveal a truth we all n...
JESUS IS our Savior | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
What really happened on the cross?Good Friday isn’t just a tradition—it’s the moment everything changed. In this message, we take a real look at the crucifixion of Jesus—what He endured physically, what was happening spiritually, and why...
JESUS IS The Sacrificial King | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
On Palm Sunday, the crowd welcomed Jesus as King—but they misunderstood the kind of King He came to be. In this message, JESUS IS the Sacrificial King, we explore the tension between expectation and reality through Mark 9:30–32 and Mar...
Jesus Is...The Fast Track | Pastor LaMarkas Orange | Discover Church
Join Pastor LaMarkas Orange as he unpacks the profound journey of spiritual awakening, purpose, and the transformative power of prayer and fasting as we study Mark 9:28-29. In this compelling sermon, Pastor LaMarkas explores the biblical princi...
JESUS IS More Than Able | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
JESUS IS — More Than Able | Mark 9:14–27Have you ever found yourself believing God… and doubting at the same time?In this powerful message from Mark 9, we step into one of the most honest moments in Scripture—a father cryin...
JESUS IS Worthy of Honor | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
On the mountain of Transfiguration, Peter sees something overwhelming—Jesus revealed in divine glory.Instead of worshiping, Peter suggests building tents/monuments. It’s a moment that reveals something deeply human: when we encounter the...
JESUS IS the Constant | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
One moment Peter is declaring that Jesus is the Christ. The next moment he is rebuking Him.How can someone go from spiritual clarity to spiritual confusion so quickly?In this message from Mark 8:27–9:1, Pastor Noah explores...
JESUS IS Still Working On Me | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
This is the only miracle in the Gospels where Jesus heals someone in stages. At first, the man can see—but only partially. People look like trees walking. Then Jesus touches him again, and his sight becomes clear.Why would Jesus h...
JESUS IS Enough | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
The Pharisees demanded another sign from Jesus. They had already seen miracles. They had already heard His teaching. But it still wasn’t enough.In Mark 8:9–13, we see a powerful moment where Jesus refuses to perform for people who...
JESUS IS Compassionate | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
Before the miracle happened, Jesus noticed something. The crowd had been following Him for days, and they had nothing left to eat. Before anyone asked for help, Jesus said, “I have compassion on the crowd.” The feeding of the 4,000 is mo...
Be Opened | Pastor Chris Chappell | Discover Church
One word from Jesus can change everything. In Mark 7 we see Him open deaf ears and loosen silent tongues and He's still doing that today. Be opened is an invitation to what God is wanting to do through you.
JESUS IS After Your Heart | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
Most people think sin starts with behavior.But Jesus teaches something very different.In Mark 7:14–23, Jesus explains that the real problem isn’t what enters a person from the outside—it’s what comes from within. Pride, greed, lus...
JESUS IS Not Impressed With Lip Service | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
It’s possible to look religious without actually knowing God. In Mark 7, Jesus confronts the Pharisees about something that still happens today—honoring God with our words while our hearts remain far from Him. They had traditions, rules, and ap...
The 52 Week Decision | Pastor Noah Upton | Discover Church
A new year always brings new goals, new hopes, and new resolutions. But what if the most important question isn’t about what you plan to do this year… but where you want your life to go?In this message, Pastor Noah challenges us t...