Best Shel Boese Podcasts (2024)

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Flourish #5: Christ-like Victory with Joshua Liem 23:04

23h ago23:04

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Christ-like Victory with Joshua Liem John 16:16-33 How does Christ's victory over darkness empower us to overcome in our daily lives? How can we cultivate lasting joy and peace in a world full of tension and conflict? Join us this Sunday as we explore Jesus' final words to his disciples, and his call for us to have peace and joy. --- Home Churches …

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FLOURISH Series #4: Spirit-Led Flourishing with Josh Liem 25:14

1d ago25:14

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Spirit-led Flourishing with Joshua Liem John 16:1-15 From assassination attempts to economic crises, how does the Holy Spirit guide and empower us to navigate these turbulent times with peace and purpose? Join us this week as we dive deep into John 16, exploring how Jesus’ words to his disciples speak to our chaotic world today. --- HOME CHURCHES f…

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An Unexpected Invitation with Guest Speaker Selene Favreau 27:16

9d ago27:16

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An Unexpected Invitation with Guest Speaker Selene Favreau Luke 19:1-10 The story of Jesus and Zacchaeus gives us a glimpse of God's extravagant love and unconditional acceptance. Like Zacchaeus, knowing our identity as God's beloved children is always the starting point for transformation. Selene has been on staff, serving in various roles, with P…

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FLOURISH: Spirit-Led Flourishing in a Hostile World System with Joshua Liem 28:33

24d ago28:33

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FLOURISH Spirit-Led Flourishing in a Hostile World System with Joshua Liem John 15:18-6:1 What does it mean to truly flourish as Christians in a world that seems increasingly indifferent or hostile to the church? This Sunday, we'll explore Jesus' words about persecution and hatred, uncovering a radical vision of thriving that challenges our cultura…

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FLOURISH in Friendship with Laura Wiens 32:14

13d ago32:14

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FLOURISH in Friendship with Laura Wiens Join us this Sunday as we delve into the theme of friendship and joy from the words of Jesus in John 15:8-17. Discover how abiding in Christ's love and following His commandments lead to true joy and flourishing. Reflect on the profound friendship Jesus offers us and the transformative power of walking in His…

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FLOURISH: Abiding in Christ with Josh Liem 28:06

1M ago28:06

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We’re starting a new sermon series, FLOURISH! Over the next couple months, we’ll be exploring John 15-17 and how it relates to our vision of seeing our neighbours flourish. This Sunday, we’ll ask what it means to flourish in a world filled with competing visions of fruitfulness. How does abiding in Christ lead to true joy and fruitful living? Join …

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Lean In #22: Matthew 7:7-12 with Guest Melissa Heerebout 47:16

2M ago47:16

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Lean In #22: Matthew 7:7-12 with Guest Speaker Melissa Heerebout Pastor Melissa Heerebout's sermon on Matthew 7:7-12 delves into the profound nature of prayer, challenging us to rethink our approach to communicating with God. She shares her personal journey with health struggles and how persistent prayer played a role in her experiences. By underst…

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Lean In: Matthew 7:1-6 with Ryan Guerra 33:49

2M ago33:49

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Matthew 7:1-6 with Ryan Guerra May 26, 2024 You can’t judge me… or maybe you can? But you shouldn’t! Or should… but in the right way? It can be a bit confusing. Join us on Sunday as we dig into what Jesus has to say about it.

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Lean In: Matthew 6:25-34 with Guest Talasi Guerra 33:45

3M ago33:45

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Matthew 6:25-34 with Talasi Guerra May 19, 2024 We live in a world dominated by worry and stress. But the teachings of Jesus invite us to overcome worry with worship. Join us this week as guest speaker Talasi Guerra unpacks Matthew 6:25-34.

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Lean In: Matthew 6:16-18 with Ryan Guerra 34:04

3M ago34:04

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Lean In: Matthew 6:16-18 with Ryan Guerra May 12, 2024 Self-denial isn’t a popular practice in Canada in 2024. But deeply entrenched in the way of Jesus is an invitation to allow ourselves not to be mastered by our fleeting desires and to be willing to say “no” to ourselves. And what’s more is that the invitation is to trust that God’s reward is al…

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Lean In #18: Matthew 6:19-24 with Joshua Liem 25:26

3M ago25:26

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Lean In #18: Matthew 6:19-24 with Joshua Liem May 5, 2024 Dive into Matthew 6:19-24 with us this Sunday as we explore the complexities of wealth, stewardship, and ethical living. Join the conversation as we unpack biblical teachings and confront contemporary issues, challenging ourselves to align our values with the teachings of Jesus.…

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Lean In #16: Matthew 6:5-8 with Joshua Liem 29:27

3M ago29:27

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Matthew 6:5-8 with Joshua Liem April 21, 2024 Every religious person prays. What is unique about Christian prayer? Join us this Sunday as we delve into the heart of prayer from Jesus' teaching in the center of the Sermon on the Mount.

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Lean In: Matthew 6:1-4 with Ryan Guerra 34:44

4M ago34:44

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Matthew 6:1-4 with Ryan Guerra April 14, 2024 When’s the last time you’ve let the world know how generous you are by playing the trumpet on a street corner? This is a strange picture which seems unimaginable in our context. Or, could it be that this is an excellent description of how many of us tend to practice good deeds?…

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Holy Week Easter Sunday with Ryan Guerra 14:53

4M ago14:53

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This Sunday, we have the opportunity to gather and celebrate new life in Jesus together as a community! Join us for a morning of celebration, baptisms, and child dedications!

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Lean In #14: Matthew 5:43-48 with Joshua Liem 28:30

4M ago28:30

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Matthew 5:43-48 with Joshua Liem March 24, 2024 The hardest, and perhaps most well-known yet least practiced teaching of Jesus is this: love your enemy. Jesus urges us to imitate God in this manner, thereby achieving perfection. But do you even want to worship a God who blesses your enemies? Join us this Sunday as we lean closer in discipleship to …

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Matthew 5:38-42 with Guest Dr. Ed Ng 39:54

5M ago39:54

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Matthew 5:38-42 with Guest Dr. Ed Ng March 17, 2024 Turn the other cheek" is a phrase that is deeply embedded in the English language. But if Christians are to take Jesus's teachings seriously, does this mean we are to allow ourselves to be victimized?

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Lean In: Matthew 5:38-42 with Ryan Guerra 42:54

5M ago42:54

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Lean In: Matthew 5:38-42 with Ryan Guerra March 10, 2024 Being wronged by others is a part of life that remains out of our own control. However, what is in our control is how we respond. Join us this week as we lean into Jesus’ teachings and dive into four ways to respond when being wronged.

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Lean In: Matthew 5:33-37 with Ryan Guerra 21:35

5M ago21:35

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Matthew 5:33-37 with Ryan Guerra March 3, 2024 *due to technical issue, recording is not complete* “Just tell the dang truth!” Sounds simple, but the real challenge comes when we try to live this out in our everyday lives. Yet, at the heart of the gospel, is a God full of truth, honesty, and integrity who invites us to shake off the dishonest way o…

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The Secret of Contentment with Guest Brad Bruneski 35:58

5M ago35:58

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The Secret of Contentment with Guest Brad Bruneski February 25, 2024 Contentment is elusive to us, both in seasons of plenty and seasons of lack. Paul finds himself writing from prison, where nothing about his circumstances say that he should be content, but he teaches us that he has learned the secret of contentment. We explore together what it me…

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Lean In: Matthew 5:31-32 with Ryan Guerra 32:21

6M ago32:21

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Matthew 5:31-32 with Ryan Guerra February 18, 2024 What truly lies at the heart of relationships? What picture of commitment can we gain from the Preacher on the Mount? And what does God call us to as we interact with one another? Join us as we dig into the next passage in our Lean In series.

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Lean In #10: Matthew 5:27-30 with Joshua Liem 34:04

6M ago34:04

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Matthew 5:27-30 with Joshua Liem February 11, 2024 Adultery, hell, dismemberment, and the desires of the heart—things get intense in this week’s text. Jesus advocates tearing out eyes and chopping off hands if they cause sin in Matthew 5:27-30, so where are all the one-eyed, one-armed Christians? Join us this Sunday as we explore this challenging t…

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Question & Response Sunday with Ryan & Josh 48:04

6M ago48:04

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February 4, 2024 This Sunday’s message will be a panel discussion fueled by questions sent in by our church community.

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Lean In: Matthew 5:21-26 with Ryan Guerra 32:46

6M ago32:46

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Matthew 5:21-26 with Ryan Guerra January 28, 2024 Hate deals damage, love heals damage. There are many postures we take in life, and it’s important to understand that our treatment toward others is either something that brings life and healing or exerts damage on those around us.

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Lead In: Matthew 5:17-20 with Joshua Liem 29:14

7M ago29:14

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Matthew 5:17-20 with Joshua Liem January 21, 2024 How are Christians supposed to read and interpret the Bible? Matthew 5:17-20 is considered by many to be the most significant passage in the entire Bible on how to understand Scripture. It is arguably why Jesus was crucified. Join us this Sunday as we take a closer look at the Preacher on the Mount.…

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Hearing the Voice of God with Amy Baker 40:09

7M ago40:09

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Hearing the Voice of God with Amy Baker January 14, 2024 Does God really personally guide us? If so, how? Why do some seem to hear from Him continuously while others seem to not at all? This week we’ll be discussing the idea of God speaking to us, how we might hear from Him more clearly and what might get in the way of this life altering reality.…

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Lean In: Matthew 5:13-16 with Ryan Guerra 25:02

7M ago25:02

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Lean In: Matthew 5:13-16 with Ryan Guerra “A town built on a hill cannot be hidden”… or can it? The idea of bringing flavor and light to the world is an enticing notion, but one that many of us largely shy away from. It seems that blending in is much more comfortable and easy than standing out for Jesus, but that’s not what he invites us into. Join…

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Lean In - Matt 5:8 with Graham McCarthy 29:37

7M ago29:37

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Lean In #06 Join us as Graham McCarthy leads us into our next passage in our current series and unpacks Matthew 5:8 for us.

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Christmas Eve: Lessons and Carols with Joshua Liem 21:30

7M ago21:30

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Christmas Eve: Lessons and Carols with Joshua LiemAt the end of World War I, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols was held for the first time at King’s College in Cambridge to see “the development of the loving purposes of God… through the windows and words of the Bible.” Students who had seen the horrors of trench warfare and family members who…

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Lean In: Matthew 5:10-12 with Ryan Guerra 30:51

8M ago30:51

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*Due to Technical issue, recording is not complete.* Trusting Jesus is easy… when we like what he’s saying! But what about the times where he says something that doesn’t land so well with us? Unfortunately, this is a lot of his teaching for most of us. This week we get to lean into Jesus’ invitation to “rejoice and be glad” in the midst of sufferin…

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Advent 1 - Lean In: Matthew 5:7 with Guest Mariah Smith 18:40

8M ago18:40

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*due to technical issue, recording is incomplete. December 3, 2023 Lean In: Matthew 5:7 with Mariah Smith We who deserve nothing have received everything through the radical mercy and forgiveness given by Jesus Christ. Our culture today rejects forgiveness as something needed for human flourishing, yet Jesus says those who are merciful to others wi…

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Lean In: Matthew 5:9, 'Blessed are the Peacemakers,' with Guest Talasi Guerra 42:29

8M ago42:29

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Unpacking Matthew 5:9, 'Blessed are the Peacemakers,' join our guest speaker, Talasi Guerra, in a profound exploration of peacemaking as a heart posture rooted in prayer and rendered in love. Delve into the Hebrew concept of shalom—an overarching sense of wholeness and completion—and uncover practical steps for personal growth. Discover how embraci…

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Lean In: Matthew 5:6 with Ryan Guerra 26:02

9M ago26:02

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Lean In: Matthew 5:6 with Ryan GuerraNovember 19, 2023 What is “righteousness” and how is it relevant to our lives? Jesus teaches that this is such a fundamental need in our lives that we should long for it as though we were incredibly hungry and thirsty for it. Join us as we lean into what it means to pursue Jesus’ righteousness through his words …

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Lean In: The Preacher on the Mount with Ryan Guerra 31:21

9M ago31:21

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LEAN IN This Sunday we are kicking off a new series where we will begin leaning into Jesus’ famous teachings from Matthew 5-7. This is an excellent Sunday to invite someone you know who might be interested in checking Pilgrim out. November 12, 2023 Matthew 5:3-5 Ryan Guerra “Gospel” is one of those churchy words that often gets said without a lot o…

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“The Promised Land” with Joshua Liem 34:57

9M ago34:57

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“The Promised Land” with Joshua Liem- Psalm 37 On October 7th, the worst massacre of Jewish people since the Holocaust was committed by Hamas. Since then, thousands of Palestinian have been murdered in retaliatory attacks. What started this cycle of violence, and where have Christians been complicit in it? This Sunday, we will lean into the discomf…

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“Why am I Needed at Church?” with Zach Yaciw 40:04

9M ago40:04

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“Why am I Needed at Church?” with Zach Yaciw— 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 This message revolves around the metaphor of the church as a body. It emphasizes that every individual within the congregation plays a crucial role, just as different body parts have distinct functions but are essential for the body's overall well-being. The sermon underscores the…

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“Ferocious Faithfulness” with Ryan Guerra 30:37

10M ago30:37

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“Ferocious Faithfulness” with Ryan Guerra— Ephesians 5:15-20Acting faithfully is easy when things are going well in life. But what happens when life gets tough? The way of Jesus invites us to make the most of every opportunity by living a life marked by faithfulness and wisdom.

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“Jesus and Ambition” with Kristen Maynard 24:43

10M ago24:43

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*note: due to technical issue, recording is not complete* “Jesus and Ambition” with Kristen Maynard — Luke 18:1-8 In a culture that tells us to work harder, be better, be smarter, accomplish, and achieve more, how does ambition intersect with our faith? What does Jesus say about ambition? Join us as we dive into Luke 18:1-8. About Kristen: Kristen …

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"Following Jesus is Difficult" with Ryan Guerra 31:34

10M ago31:34

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“Following Jesus is Difficult” — Luke 9:57-62 Ryan Guerra It’s easy to think of following Jesus as a simple life decision. However, Jesus makes it very clear that there’s a serious cost involved in choosing his path. Join us this week as we look at three interactions Jesus has in Luke 9 through which he expresses the challenge there is in living a …

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“A Reconciling Community” with Joshua Liem 43:13

10M ago43:13

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“A Reconciling Community” with Joshua Liem — Luke 4:5-8, 16-21 AM The Church has been called to take action and to move towards reconciliation between herself and Indigenous Peoples. What went wrong, and how did we get here? What holds us back? And, most importantly, what are Jesus-followers supposed to do about it? Join us this Sunday as we look a…

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"A Gospel-Centered Community" with Ryan Guerra 30:54

10M ago30:54

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“A Gospel-Centered Community” — Luke 19:1-10 Ryan Guerra "People never change". Is this common statement true? While it often does play out that people don't change dramatically, the message of Jesus is in complete contradiction to this idea. In Jesus we find the hope that we can change and that our lives can be radically different because of his t…

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"An Empathetic Community" with Ryan Guerra 33:39

11M ago33:39

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"An Empathetic Community" with Ryan Guerra - Luke 19:1-10 Pressing pause on our own interests in order to discover the interests and opinions of others is incredibly challenging. Fortunately we have a great example of how to do this through Jesus. This week we look at Jesus' interactions with a tax collector named Zacchaeus to learn how we can grow…

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“Loving Those We Don’t Agree With” with Jessica Chan 28:37

11M ago28:37

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“Loving Those We Don’t Agree With” with Jessica Chan — Luke 18:9-14 September 10, 2023 “In my work on campus, I am often sitting across the table from someone and we just can’t agree with each other. Sometimes the topic of discussion is closely tied to who we are, and the conversation gets emotional. I am always asking myself, ‘how can I love those…

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“A Household of Holiness” with Graham McCarthy 32:28

11M ago32:28

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“A Household of Holiness” with Graham McCarthy — 1 Peter 2:4-12 September 3, 2023 What does it look like to be a Christian? what does it mean to have a Christian identity? Jesus has told his people to be in the world, not of the world (John 17:16), but what does that look like? We will be looking at our identity as Christians, and looking at how we…

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“Don’t Quit Yet” with Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. Raymond See Toh 32:47

11M ago32:47

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“Don’t Quit Yet” with Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. Raymond See Toh Jeremiah 20:7-18 10:30 AM Are you tired? Feeling burnt out? Discouraged with ministry? Don’t quit just yet. Maybe God is not done with you. Join us this Sunday as we explore Jeremiah 20:7-18. Raymond was born and raised in Singapore and went to high school in Australia where he came to kn…

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"A Sheep’s Journey” with Drew Melton 23:35

12M ago23:35

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"A Sheep’s Journey” with Drew Melton- Psalm 23 10:30 AM For many of us who have lived the Christian life for some time, Psalm 23 is a familiar text. I’ve often heard it especially at funeral services. But when we look closely at the twenty-third psalm, when we hear its language and follow its imagery, the psalm itself is a journey. It shows us a ve…

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“What does it mean to be Jesus Centered?” with John Hau 38:25

12M ago38:25

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“What does it mean to be Jesus Centered?” Matt. 10:1-4 John Hau John Hau is the lead pastor at Reality Church in Vancouver — a community centered on the person, life, gospel, and hope of Jesus. John is a father of three and is married to his wife, Sarah. John loves to be active and enjoys playing soccer and hockey in his spare time.…

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The Gardener King with Josh Liem 29:36

12M ago29:36

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“The Gardener King” with Joshua Liem John 1:1-3; 20:14-15a News of wildfires, record breaking heat waves, droughts, and famine seem all too common. How is the church called to respond in a climate emergency? Where is Jesus? Join us this Sunday for a Creation-care oriented worship service!

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The Nathaniel Story with Rev. Lawrence T. Cheung 41:55

1y ago41:55

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“The Nathaniel Story” - John 1:43-51 Lawrence T. Cheung Lawrence Cheung is a certified clinical chaplain working for St. Paul's Hospital and St. John Hospice in Vancouver. He primarily works with folks with chronic pain and in palliative/hospice care. He and his family call Willingdon Church home. Prior to that they had been part of the Mennonite B…

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🏅Pressing Towards the Goal with Darren Lof 35:43

1y ago35:43

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“Pressing Towards the Goal” with Darren Lof - Philippians 3:12-4:1 Paul writes to the Philippians church, urging them to press toward the goal. What does it mean to press towards something and what is this mentioned goal? What does it all mean for us today?Darren Lof and his wife Crista (along with another couple) are leading a church plant in Stev…

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“Unity in the Body” with Rev. David Cho 34:32

1y ago34:32

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“Unity in the Body” with Rev. David Cho 1 Cor. 12:12-14 Conflicts happen in human relationships including church. However, we are called to pursue unity under the headship of Jesus Christ and the leading of the Holy Spirit. David Cho pastors at Vancouver Zion Baptist Church and also teaches at Eric Hamber Secondary School. He has been married to hi…

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