The Gateway Live Podcast

Audio feed of our bi-weekly Tuesday evening bible study.

Bible Study

An introduction to our multi-week study on the book of Romans.  Recorded February 20th, 2024 at Gateway Church in Corinth, NY

Sunday Services

Bible Study - Book of Romans Part 1 (Introduction)

Part 2 of our study of the book of Romans.  Recorded March 5th, 2024.

Bible Study - Book of Romans Part 2 (Chapter 1)

As believers, we must be aware of the roles that both grace and the gospel play in our lives.  Grace is the vehicle that leads us to the gospel.  Recorded Sunday, March 3rd, 2024.

Grace and the Gospel (Dan)

Pastor Wade Petteys, recorded Tuesday, March 19th, 2024.

Bible Study - Book of Romans Part 3 (Chapter 2)

Bible Study - Book of Romans Part 4 (Chapter 3)

Bible Study - Book of Romans Part 5 (Chapter 4)

Unveiled Faces (Wade)

Part one of two, a vision of a spiritual battle reveals victorious saints asleep, prompting a deep reflection on the role of truth in spiritual warfare. Exploring the Genesis creation story, where God’s separation of light from darkness reflects His work in the darkest parts of life. Humanity’s unique connection to the earth and the divine highlights a responsibility to live in God’s image and likeness, shaping our choices and relationships. Even the most difficult people (like slow drivers), reflect this divine image, reminding us to approach others with honor and humility.

Recorded Sunday December 1st, 2024

Sleeping Saints - Part 1 (Jeanie)

What if our plans aren't God's plans? When Jesus asked Peter, "Who do you say that I am?" Peter correctly identified Him as the Messiah and was blessed for this divine revelation. But how quickly things changed! When Jesus revealed His coming suffering, Peter's human concerns emerged, earning a sharp rebuke.

Are we clinging to our own plans while God has something different in mind? Have we ever felt blessed one moment and crushed the next? Join us as we explore what happens when life takes unexpected turns and our carefully laid plans fall apart.

What comes out when we're squeezed by life's disappointments? Can we still say "I will bless the Lord at all times" even when suffering comes?

Recorded live Sunday, March 23rd, 2025

When God's Plan Hurts (Wade)

Are you ready to transform your thinking? In these biblically significant times, how will you prepare for what's coming? Drawing from 1 Peter 4, join us as we explore what it means to "arm yourself" with Christ's way of thinking instead of just responding impulsively. Will you make predetermined choices based on God's will before challenges arrive? The power of God isn't just about miracles but manifests through daily decisions when we align our thoughts with His. Have you considered that the subtlety of coming technologies might require spiritual readiness now rather than later?

Recorded live Sunday, March 30th, 2025.

Arm Yourself In Advance (Wade)

Ever felt trapped by shame or life's complexities? Join us to discover the liberating power of Jesus' sacrifice that brings true freedom every day. What makes the message of the cross so transformative yet misunderstood by many? Is your relationship with God based on rules or genuine love? The cross offers more than historical significance—it provides ongoing freedom from guilt and a path to wholeness. Are you experiencing the simplicity of this relationship, or have distractions pulled you away? Find out how this timeless message continues to change lives through God's unconditional love that covers our past, present, and future.

The Blood That Was Shed (Wade)

Are you wondering if your mind is truly ready for life's trials? Join us this Palm Sunday as we explore 1 Peter 1:13, which urges us to prepare our thinking for what lies ahead. How might your responses change if you had predetermined how to face challenges? What would happen if you set your hope completely on God's grace rather than your own understanding? This message reminds us that life's difficulties will come, but with minds ready for action, we can respond by faith instead of emotion, finding peace in knowing that God remains good even in our temporary earthly residence.

Recorded Sunday, April 13th, 2025

A Mind Ready For Action (Wade)

Can we truly find peace in a world where suffering is inevitable? Join us as we explore Jesus's powerful declaration in John 16:33 that offers courage even in our darkest moments. Have you ever wondered what makes the resurrection so transformative? While 500 people witnessed Christ alive after his death, it's the personal connection to this event that can bring joy when everything else falls apart. What if this reality could open up an entirely new kingdom to you today?RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.

Recorded live Sunday, April 20th, 2025

The Resurrection Effect - Easter 2025 (Wade)

Have you ever felt like an outsider looking in? Ever wondered if a community is too tight-knit for someone new to truly belong? A recent visitor's comment sparked an important realization about how even the most welcoming communities can feel intimidating to newcomers. What does it truly mean to move from visitor to family? The story of a woman who broke social barriers to encounter Jesus reminds us that true community isn't about perfection but redemption. Join us as we explore how brokenness becomes the foundation for authentic connection and why our arms are wide open to welcome you exactly as you are. Will you take that step from merely visiting to finding your place at the table?

Recorded Sunday, April 27th, 2025

What Does He Think About You (Wade)

What does it mean to have faith through physical battles? Join us for a powerful testimony where faith and healing converge. Have you ever felt disqualified from believing in something you haven't yet experienced? After seven years of battling a physical "perfect storm," Hannah shares how God taught her that His healing power comes from His word, not our experiences. Can hope stay alive when circumstances seem dire? Discover how the miraculous works in both moments and processes, and why faith requires action even when we don't see immediate results.

Recorded Sunday May 4th, 2025

God’s Plan for Healing and Wholeness (Hannah)

Are we writing our own stories or becoming part of something greater? There's a profound difference between wanting God to be part of your story versus becoming part of His. What happens when we surrender our personal narratives and step into God's eternal purpose? Join us as we explore how even our smallest acts of faith are recorded when we align with God's greater story. Have you ever wondered if your life could transform from temporary to eternal? This message offers hope that no matter where your story has taken you so far, it's never too late to become part of history—His story.

Recorded Sunday, May 11th, 2025

Your Place in HIStory (Wade)

Why was Jesus called "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world"? Join us as we explore the profound connection between the ancient Passover story and the freedom that's already been purchased for you. What does it mean that judgment passes over those covered by the blood, and how does this 4,000-year-old tradition reveal the depth of spiritual liberty available today? Are you living in the full understanding of what's been accomplished, or are you still carrying burdens that have already been lifted? Discover how focusing on freedom rather than failure can transform your daily walk and why some believers experience victory while others remain trapped in cycles of guilt and shame.

Recorded Sunday May 25th, 2025

Slavery To Freedom (Wade)

What if the famous Shakespeare quote "to be or not to be" reveals a deeper spiritual truth about the choices we face every day? Drawing from the martyrdom of Stephen in Acts 7, this exploration challenges a dangerous stronghold that keeps believers trapped and ineffective. How does our culture promote victimhood through media, politics, and social manipulation, and why does Satan want us distracted by past hurts rather than focused on Christ? Could choosing to reject a victim mentality unlock the same kind of ripple effect that Stephen created in the early church - one that's still impacting lives today?

Recorded June 1st, 2025

To Be or Not To Be (Joel)

What happens when God's kingdom welcomes everyone—even those who might hurt us? Through the parable of the great supper and the wheat and tares, we explore why God allows both genuine believers and potentially harmful people to grow together in His inclusive kingdom. But here's the twist: what if the real difference between "wheat" and "weeds" isn't about our actions, but about our hearts? Why did King David, despite being a murderer and adulterer, earn the title "a man after God's own heart," while King Saul lost his kingdom for what seemed like lesser sins? Could our relationship with God—not our human frailty—be the true measure of who we are in His kingdom?

Recorded Sunday June 8th, 2025.

His Inclusive Kingdom (Jeanie)

What happens when men lack self-control and how does it devastate entire families? Drawing from Proverbs 25:28, this Father's Day exploration reveals a startling truth: a man without rule over his own spirit is like a city with broken walls—leaving everyone he loves vulnerable to attack. Why do some churches thrive while others struggle with confusion and turmoil? Could the answer lie not in great preaching or music, but in something far more fundamental? This challenging look at masculine responsibility doesn't pull punches about addiction, selfishness, and the heavy cost of broken leadership, while offering hope for those ready to rebuild what's been torn down.

Recorded Sunday, June 15th, 2025

Fatherhood - A Walled City (Wade)

What happens when faith becomes more than just following rules or memorizing scripture? This exploration challenges the difference between having a "religious spirit" versus experiencing genuine spiritual relationship. Can you distinguish between simply knowing about God through text and actually hearing His voice in your daily life? The discussion reveals how early Christians transformed the world without New Testament writings, relying instead on living spiritual connection. Why do some people settle for a "text-only" relationship when dynamic, two-way communication with the divine is available? Through personal testimony and biblical examples, discover how spiritual discernment works beyond the dramatic - often through whispers rather than earthquakes.

Recorded Sunday June 22nd, 2025

Beyond The Text (Wade)

What does it really mean to live in the "last days" that Scripture warns about? This exploration of 2 Timothy 3 reveals how modern culture mirrors the selfishness, pleasure-seeking, and spiritual deception Paul predicted would characterize perilous times. Are we witnessing people who prioritize themselves above family, chase pleasure over God, and maintain religious appearances while denying true spiritual power? The discussion challenges listeners to examine the difference between authentic faith and mere religious performance, warning against seductive voices that promise what we want to hear rather than what we need. How do we discern trustworthy spiritual leadership in an age of endless information and competing messages?

Recorded Sunday June 29th, 2025

Avoiding Spiritual Seduction (Wade)

What does true freedom actually cost, and why do so many people remain trapped even when the door to their cage is wide open? Dave explores how Christ's sacrifice provides genuine liberation from the endless cycle of trying to balance good works against sin - a futile effort that keeps us enslaved to performance-based religion. But here's the puzzling part: even after understanding what Jesus accomplished on the cross, why do believers often walk right back into that same cage of spiritual bondage? Using vivid analogies of chained elephants and caged squirrels, this discussion reveals the "learned helplessness" that prevents us from stepping into the abundant life that's already been purchased for us. Will you have the courage to walk through the door that Christ flung open?

Recorded Sunday, July 6th, 2025

Freedom From Sin (Dave)

What if the overwhelming sense of blessing you once felt has disappeared? Through Paul's urgent plea to the Galatians, we discover how legalism and performance-based faith can rob us of the joy that should define every believer's life. Why do some people attend church week after week without experiencing that deep-seated confidence that "everything's going to be okay"? The answer lies in understanding God's new covenant—one where He secured both sides of the agreement, leaving us only to believe. Can you truly live with unshakeable peace regardless of your circumstances, job situation, or even personal failures? This exploration of what it means to be "declared righteous by faith" reveals how our pursuit of personal righteousness often becomes the very barrier preventing us from accessing the freedom and blessing that's already ours.

Recorded Sunday, July 13th, 2025

Faith Alone (Wade)

What if you're missing the celebration happening all around you because you're tuned into the wrong frequency? This exploration reveals how the enemy keeps people trapped in despair through constant self-awareness, while God calls believers to dance to His music instead. Drawing from the story of the three Hebrew children who refused to bow to earthly pressures, discover how oppression thrives when we become consumed with ourselves rather than celebrating others' victories. Are you so focused on your own struggles that you can't hear the flute playing for joy? Learn why the kingdom's default setting is celebration, and how breaking free from self-centered thinking opens the door to genuine community and shared feelings with fellow believers.

Recorded Sunday July 20th, 2025

Heven's Frequency (Wade)

What does it really mean to be a true worshiper? Through the powerful encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, this exploration reveals how genuine worship extends far beyond church walls and Sunday services. Why did Jesus choose to reveal his identity for the first time to someone society had written off? How does daily interaction with God transform our spiritual journey? The distinction between praise and worship becomes clear as we discover that authentic faith requires letting God get personal with our mess, our struggles, and our daily lives. Can you truly encounter the divine when you're willing to be honest about who you really are?

Recorded Sunday, July 27th 2025

The True Worshipers (Wade)

Have you ever wondered why you still make poor choices even when you know better? This exploration of Genesis 3 reveals that Eve wasn't ignorant of God's command—she could quote it accurately. So what went wrong? The answer lies in understanding how our senses can override God's voice, leading us into the same three categories of temptation that have ensnared humanity since Eden. How did Jesus face identical temptations yet respond completely differently? What practical strategies can help us choose obedience over our immediate desires when knowledge alone proves insufficient?

Recorded Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

Senses Vs Savior (Dan)

What if the storms you're facing aren't meant to destroy you, but to reveal something profound about where true peace exists? Using the familiar story of Jesus sleeping in the boat during a violent storm, this exploration challenges a fundamental assumption about faith. Why was Christ so peaceful while the disciples panicked in the same circumstances? Could it be that what we interpret as chaos and peril, He sees as a place of perfect tranquility? Rather than constantly asking God to step into our storms and fix our circumstances, what would happen if we learned to rest in His peace instead? This isn't just about having faith in Christ—it's about discovering the faith of Christ, where supernatural calm becomes possible even when everything around you feels out of control.

Recorded Sunday August 10th, 2025

The Faith Of Christ (Ned)

What happens when a religious leader admits he's been wrong about a fundamental biblical teaching for 45 years? This thought-provoking discussion challenges listeners to examine their own theological assumptions, particularly around the parable of the ten virgins. Rather than viewing this story as a future rapture event, could it actually be about our present responsibility as believers?

The central question emerges: Are we waiting for something to happen, or are we already part of an ongoing spiritual procession that requires active participation? How do we maintain our spiritual "oil" through fellowship, service, and pouring ourselves into others' lives?

This perspective suggests that spiritual preparedness isn't about anticipating a dramatic future event, but about recognizing that the bridegroom has already arrived and we have a responsibility to shine our light now.

Recorded Sunday, August 17th, 2025

The Lamp Oil (Wade)

What happens when the protective walls we build around our hearts become prisons that keep us from God's best? Drawing from Jeremiah 29:11 and 2 Corinthians 10, this powerful exploration reveals how trauma and hurt lead us to create "strongholds" - self-protective barriers that ultimately prevent us from embracing God's incredible plan for our lives. Why does God's power manifest through gentleness rather than force, and how can His Word penetrate even the deepest emotional fortresses we've constructed? Discover the surprising truth about what's really blocking you from experiencing the future and hope God has waiting, and learn why surrendering your plan might be the key to everything you've been searching for.

Recorded Sunday, August 24th, 2025

His Perfect Plan (Wade)

What happens when deeply held religious traditions actually hinder spiritual growth rather than help it? This challenging exploration examines how culture and tradition can override truth in our lives, even when we intellectually agree with what's right. Why do some believers spend decades waiting to be rescued instead of actively engaging with the world around them? The discussion reveals a striking contrast between two approaches to faith in difficult times - one that retreats in fear, and another that stands confident even as global events intensify. Could our understanding of end times actually be holding the church back from its true calling? Drawing from Luke 21 and personal ministry experiences, this thought-provoking examination asks tough questions about whether popular theological positions align with biblical truth or simply reflect comfortable traditions we've inherited.

Recorded Sunday, August 31st, 2025.

Beyond Rapture Theology (Wade)

Are you waiting for some future event to start truly living your faith? This exploration challenges the "rapture theology" mindset that keeps believers on the sidelines, waiting for tomorrow instead of engaging with God's kingdom today. Why do so many talented people start using their gifts for God's kingdom, only to eventually redirect them toward purely personal ambitions? Through the parable of the talents, discover how fear—not inability—becomes the greatest obstacle to spiritual growth. What would change if you realized that God isn't the harsh taskmaster some believe Him to be, but rather a loving Father who wants to partner with you right now? The difference between living in fear of what you might lose versus stepping boldly into what God wants to build through you could transform everything.

Recorded Sunday, September 7th, 2025.

Beyond the Waiting Room (Wade)

A tragic event this week has shaken the faith community and sparked deep reflection about courage in our current cultural moment. What does it mean to stand for your beliefs when the cost could be everything? This powerful discussion explores the difference between speaking truth within safe spaces versus taking that same message to hostile environments. How do we balance love and grace with unwavering conviction? What choices are we being called to make in this pivotal time? Drawing from the story of Joshua challenging Israel to choose who they would serve, this episode examines why some people are willing to suffer for their beliefs while others remain silent, and what that means for each of us moving forward.

Recorded Sunday, September 14th, 2025

A Wake Up Call (Wade)

What does a literal "obedience training" sign at a doggy daycare have to do with spiritual awakening? Discover a journey from being a perfectionist Ivy League student who always felt "second place" to learning that true obedience isn't about performing for approval—it's about trust. Why would someone walk away from a prestigious university after sensing God's quiet voice telling them to leave, and how does this connect to the way we train our pets? Through six powerful commands that mirror how we train dogs—sit, stay, come, heal, know, and leave it—explore how God's "no" might actually be His kindest possible answer. Could the very thing you're resisting be exactly what will set you free from the endless cycle of trying to prove your worth?

Recorded Sunday, September 21st, 2025.

Obedience Training (Alyssa)

Why does God sometimes allow influential voices to be silenced through martyrdom, and what purpose does it serve in the kingdom? When Jesus fed thousands with just five loaves and two fish, did He really perform the miracle alone, or did the crowd participate in the multiplication as bread passed from hand to hand? What happens when Christians stop consuming blessings and start breaking bread to share with others? This exploration challenges the spectator mentality that keeps believers on the sidelines, revealing why the answer to "What's in your hand?" might unlock participation in the miraculous work God is doing today.

Recorded Sunday, September 28th, 2025

What's In Your Hand (Wade)

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