WGTS Gateway Fellowship: Recent Episodes
Gateway Fellowship
Gateway Fellowship, presented by WGTS 91.9, is a place that's about inspiring hope, and where you're always valued and respected. We meet every Saturday evening at 6 in the Mrs. John Hopkins Chapel at Takoma Academy in Takoma Park, MD. Podcasts produced and powered by myChurchCast.org
Tim Nelson shares a message to help you learn to rejoice in a life of uncertainty, because God will see you through.
Tim Nelson shares an "uplifting" message about how God wants to give us strength for our journey. Jesus said, "Those who hope in the Lord shall renew their strength."
It's easy to get so hung up on the things we believe that we forget the heart and spirit of them, we are kept from a true relationship with God. Tim Nelson asks this difficult question: "Are the 'facts', 'beliefs', and 'convictions' more important than God?"
Sometimes it can seem you're standing alone in your trials and circumstances. This week, Chaplain Pete reminds you that God sees you and is there to offer comfort in the midst of it all.
Contrary to what some believe, God is not in the business of destroying. In fact, He is on your side. Dr. Terry shares an encouraging message when it can seem like everything around you is falling apart.
Chaplain Pete Garza explains that if you're wanting to turn things around in your life in 2015, you first have to humble yourself, and put God first in everything.
Jose Rojas shares what happened to his family on Christmas Eve in 1968 to a poor Latino family on the outskirts of Los Angeles, and challenges you to be a ray of love to someone.
Chaplain Pete shares an "end of year" message and talks about the good intentions we have when we set our goals and resolutions at the beginning of each year...only to break them a week later. How do we break the mad cycle? And where does God's grace come into play?
Paul was Timothy's mentor, and he shared some power-packed words that would carry him through his ministry and life. Chaplain Pete shares what those power-packed words are in this message.
We've spent way too much time thinking negatively. And this week, Tim Nelson reminds us of what it says in the book of Psalms that God is always present, and we have nothing to fear--even in the darkest of times.
Pastor Brad, a Gateway favorite guest speaker, shares a message about the party invitation God has for you--and it's way better than an Evite.
What are you rooted in? It's a question Chaplain Pete asks this week as he challenges you to self-evaluate whether you're rooted in Jesus, or if you have "stanky roots."
This week, Tim Nelson wants you take stock in you. There is something God has in mind for your life--a purpose--and that you are important.
God doesn't want to see our lives crash and burn--He really wants to help. And today, Chaplain Pete shares why it's important to allow God to lead your path--and let Him show you when you're off course.
Two special messages are shared about what prayer means and the impact it can have on your life.
It's far too easy to allow our hearts to become cold and hard like stone. Today, Jackie Ventouris looks at Ezekial 36:26 and shares a promise at how God can give you a heart transplant.
This week, Pete Garza shares that Jesus is calling you to leave the past in the past--your hurts, mistakes--and that a new life is waiting for you.
There are words when God speaks that have power...more power than abracadabra, or shazam! Dr. Terry Johnsson shares what these words are and what they should mean to your life today.
Find out what an old blind woman and a prisoner can teach us about letting our circumstances define us.
We've all had those moments when it seemed your situation was hopeless. Using the story of Bartimaeus from the Bible, Dr. Terry shares the amazing plans God has for your life if you just put your faith in Him.
Everyone, at some point gets themselves into a situation they feel they can't get themselves out of. But today, Pete Garza explains there is no mess God cannot clean up.
In the busyness of life, it's a rare thing to experience peace. Today, Jackie Sanchez helps you discover the peace that God offers you right now.
Sometimes it's difficult to understand just how much God cares about you. And in this message, Chaplain Dr. Terry Johnsson helps you learn to trust God by using the example of the eagle.
Chaplain Pete shares the last part in this series of messages to help you find your purpose for your life.
Tim Nelson continues the series on Taking Hold of God's Vision for Your Life with a message that reminds you that because God is who He says He is--you can be assured you can do anything with His strength.
Sometimes we get so busy and distracted with planning, moving, and talking, that we forget to make time for Him. Dr. Terry shares this message about learning to be quiet.
Dr. Terry Johnsson begins this series about finding God's purpose for your life and the amazing plans God has for it, with his message Burn the Plows.
Jackie Ventouris shares the last part in this series about Grace and how you can accept this wonderful gift.
Pete Garza continues with the second part of this series based on the book Grace by Max Lucado.
Dr. Terry Johnsson talks about living a life shaped by grace, based on the book Grace by Max Lucado.
Pastor Kermit Netteburg shares the last part in this series during this special Gateway Experience service.
Dr. Terry Johnsson follows up with the second part of this series on not being afraid to be different for God.
Author Kay Rizzo shares her story of how she discovered her love and ability for writing later in life and how God has used this gift to bless others.
In this message, chaplain Pete Garza shares how you can claim the story God has planned for your life and how to live it out.
Dr. Terry Johnsson shares an inspiring message about discovering the story for your life by sharing his journey to how he got where he is today, and how God wants to help you write that story.
Pastor Amos Dodge of Capital Church in Vienna, VA was our featured speaker during this special Gateway Experience service.
Pastor Jennifer Deans of Community Praise Center in Dulles, VA, shares how to trust God even when it feels like your prayers aren't being answered.
Chaplain Pete shares a message in the Got Love series, helping you discover what God's love means to you so you can learn to accept it.
Chaplain Pete shares the last part in this series Got Faith? by helping you realize that despite our faithfulness or faithlessness, God is ALWAYS faithful.
We all face life storms, but do you allow them to affect your faith? Dr. Terry Johnsson shares how to overcome trials and allow the storms to increase your faith.
Chaplain Pete Garza shares an inspiring message as part of the Power of a Whisper series.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God.
Alexei Isakov, from the Ukraine, shares his heart for reaching others for Christ in the former Soviet Union.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal. Actress, Joni Bovill (How I Met Your Mother, Cold Case) shares how you can live out your dream as a Christian, even in secular environments.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
The edge is where real life happens. At times frightening, always exhilirating. It's that place where you are in sync with God and His purposes for your life--that place that turns routine and mundane into eternal.
Chaplain Terry shares what the power of love can really do--the kind of love that goes beyond chocolates and roses--that offers hope that there's nothing you can't do through Christ.
Our world is hungry for something they can truly feel in their lives, but the void is filled with things that are empty. Jose Rojas shares why prayer matters in part 5 of the series "The Incredible Power of Prayer."
When trials come, a good response is to go to your knees. But, as Chaplain Pete explains, without keeping God's Word close and constant study, it can be difficult to understand God's will in those tough times.
There are times when life seems impossible. Chaplain Terry reminds you there is a power source you can plug into anytime you need it to help you through any tough situation: prayer.
Christmas can be a tough time of year for some, and Chaplain Terry offers encouragement and a challenge to listen for God's voice even when it's difficult.
During the WGTS 91.9 Night of Hope, Terry Johnsson explained what can happen when you forget to plug into Jesus.
It's easy to give thanks to God when things are going well. But what about when they don't? Chaplain Terry challenges you to learn how to give thanks anyway.
In celebration of the first year of this gathering, Chaplains Pete and Terry Johnsson share a message that reflects on the past year and share a vision for the future.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Jesus said to "love our enemies" and to "love our neighbors as ourselves." Is that what he really meant? WGTS 91.9's Gateway Fellowship looks at what true love is by exploring the different types of love, and how it can change your life when you realize just how much God loves you.
Guest speaker, Joey Pollom, shares a powerful message about the promise that God will complete a good work in you--no matter what your past is.
God created you for more than the current struggles you may be dealing with. In this message, Chaplain Terry Johnsson shares his story of triumph over the challenges he faced growing up and how God has a plan for your life, in the final message in the Got Hope series.
Chaplain Terry Johnsson shares a message in the Got Hope series that should remind you that no matter what you are going through and no matter what the world says about you, there is a God who gives hope for today and for your future.
Jose Rojas shares the first part in the series "Got Hope?" Find out what hope is, how to preserve it through the tough times, and how to use your hope to inspire it in others.
Frank Bondurant, Vice President for Ministries Development of the Columbia Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists shares this inspiring message about what it means to have a child-like faith.
Dean Waterman from Community Praise Center in Alexandria, VA shares Part 5 of our "Got Faith?" series entitled "God Is Faithful" that delves into the very basics of belief with the hope you come out with a better understanding of what "faith" is really about.
WGTS Gateway Fellowship Business Manager, Duane Reid, shares Part 4 of our "Got Faith?" series entitled "Help My Unbelief" that delves into the very basics of belief with the hope you come out with a better understanding of what "faith" is really about.
President of the Columbia Union Coference of Seventh-day Adventists, Dave Weigley, shares Part 3 of our "Got Faith?" series entitled "Faith In the Storm" that delves into the very basics of belief with the hope you come out with a better understanding of what "faith" is really about. This message was shared during our tribute to Neville Harcombe who was instrumental in making WGTS Gateway Fellowship a reality and recently passed away.
We continue with Part 2 of our series "Got Faith?" with message "Building Blocks of Faith" that delves into the very basics of belief with the hope you come out with a better understanding that "faith" is not for the weak of mind.
We begin a new series "Got Faith?" that delves into the very basics of belief with the hope you come out with a better understanding that "faith" is not for the weak of mind.