Is God speaking to us today? And if so—how does God communicate?

In this solo episode of Faith Conversations, Jessica Cabrera explores a powerful truth: God is expressive. He is not silent, distant, or detached. He communicates clearly, personally, and purposefully.

From the Trinity to creation, from Scripture to Jesus Christ, from the Holy Spirit to the Church—God has made Himself known in unmistakable ways. If you’ve ever wondered how to hear from God or questioned whether He is speaking at all, this episode offers biblical clarity and encouragement.

This episode explores six distinct ways God communicates:
• Through His identity as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
• Through creation and humanity made in His image
• Through the written Word of God
• Through Jesus Christ—the Word made flesh
• Through the Holy Spirit working in believers
• Through the Church as the living body of Christ

God reveals Himself so that we may truly know Him. If the living God has something to say—don’t you want to hear it?

• John 1:1–3 (NASB)

• John 1:14 (NASB)

• John 1:18 (NASB)

• Psalm 19:1 (NASB)

• 2 Timothy 3:16–17 (NASB)

• 1 Corinthians 12:12 (NASB)

• Jeremiah 29:13 (NASB)

Read the Gospel of John

If you have never made the choice to accept Jesus’ offer—a gift, not by works—to be restored to the original design for your life, which is a relationship with God (on earth and in heaven after physical death), now is the time.

There is an article in Jessica’s Engage Faith column that will help you understand who He is, who you are, what choice you have, and what happens when you make the decision.

Read the message of God’s good news for mankind and find a sample prayer you can pray today.

All listeners are encouraged to engage in a local church community to learn more about Jesus, the Bible, and to experience God through community. Listeners from the Northern Virginia area are welcomed at Burke Community Church, and anyone seeking an online church service can find one there as well.

We are not designed to be alone—we’re designed for a community of faith.

Follow the show on Instagram @faithconversationspodcast and sign up for Jessica’s Engage Faith communications here for updates and inspiration.

Where do you turn when you’re searching for the answers to life?

In this episode of the Faith Conversations Podcast, Pastor Marty Baker, Senior Pastor of Burke Community Church, shares his remarkable testimony and lifelong conviction that the answers to life are found in the Word of God.

Growing up in a Christian home, Marty recalls the moment as a child when he truly understood his need for Jesus—sparked by a conversation with his mom about an image of Christ knocking at the door of the heart. After choosing to open that door, Pastor Marty experienced a miraculous transformation that changed the trajectory of his life, including an unexplainable academic breakthrough that set him on a path of learning, biblical study, and pastoral leadership.

From an early age, Marty developed an insatiable hunger for Scripture driven by a desire not only to know the truth, but to defend it. Looking back, he sees how God was sovereignly guiding his life through moments of uncertainty and statistically impossible circumstances, reminding us that God's leadership is always perfect and he will do great things through his providential hand.

This conversation is an invitation for anyone searching for truth to consider where the answers to life are truly found, and to discover the unmatched joy of knowing Jesus.

This conversation encourages listeners to distinguish between having honest questions and questioning God Himself, and it invites anyone feeling God’s gentle pull to discover the unmatched joy of knowing Him.

Psalm 119:105 (NASB) - Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

John 14:6 (NASB) - Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me.”

2 Timothy 3:16–17 (NASB) - All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man or woman of God may be fully capable, equipped for every good work.

Isaiah 55:8–9 (NASB) – “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways And My thoughts than your thoughts.

Read the Gospel of John

If you have never made the choice to accept Jesus’ offer—a gift, not by works—to be restored to the original design for your life, which is a relationship with God (on earth and in heaven after physical death), now is the time.

There is an article in Jessica’s Engage Faith column that will help you understand who He is, who you are, what choice you have, and what happens when you make the decision.

Read the message of God’s good news for mankind and find a sample prayer you can pray today.

All listeners are encouraged to engage in a local church community to learn more about Jesus, the Bible, and to experience God through community. Listeners from the Northern Virginia area are welcomed at Burke Community Church, and anyone seeking an online church service can find one there as well.

We are not designed to be alone—we’re designed for a community of faith.

What happens when God pursues you—even when you don’t yet know Him?

In this episode of the Faith Conversations Podcast, Lydia Van Zandt, Director of Kids Ministry at Burke Community Church, shares her powerful testimony of being rescued by God and discovering the freedom, peace, and purpose she had been searching for in all the wrong places.

Growing up without a Christian foundation and moving frequently as a child, Lydia found herself seeking belonging and fulfillment through unhealthy relationships and behaviors. Everything changed when two friends from school invited her to youth group—her first experience with church, worship, and biblical teaching.

On Valentine’s Day during a church event, Lydia realized she didn’t know Jesus and decided she wanted to get to know Him. Through discipleship, surrender, and God’s loving redirection, her life began to take a completely new form.

Looking back, Lydia now sees God as her Rescuer—faithfully guiding her through college decisions, a difficult breakup, life as a military spouse, motherhood, and ultimately ministry leadership. Her story is a reminder of the power of being courageous enough to be the light for others.

Isaiah 61:1– God rescues and restores those who are broken

John 1:5– The light shines in the darkness

Psalm 40:1–3– God lifts us out of the pit

Matthew 5:14–16– Called to be the light for others

Read the Gospel of John

If you have never made the choice to accept Jesus’ offer—a gift, not by works—to be restored to the original design for your life, which is a relationship with God (on earth and in heaven after physical death), now is the time.

There is an article in Jessica’s Engage Faith column that will help you understand who He is, who you are, what choice you have, and what happens when you make the decision.

Read the message of God’s good news for mankind and find a sample prayer you can pray today.

All listeners are encouraged to engage in a local church community to learn more about Jesus, the Bible, and to experience God through community. Listeners from the Northern Virginia area are welcomed at Burke Community Church, and anyone seeking an online church service can find one there as well.

We are not designed to be alone—we’re designed for a community of faith.

Follow the show on Instagram @faithconversationspodcast and sign up for Jessica’s Engage Faith communications here for updates and inspiration.