Reality Santa Barbara (audio)

Sometimes we work hard, wait long, and see no change. But for God’s people, don’t give up. You’re breakthrough is coming.

Why do natural disasters and other massive tragedies happen, and where is God in all of it?

Apprenticing Jesus is a journey, and these are the seven steps on the pathway.

Luke 15:1-11 | Allen Pugh

Zechariah uses his newly found voice to respond in a word of prophecy, calling to mind some of the same things Mary referred to, but goes even deeper into the theme of salvation and peace.

Luke 1:67-80

It seems like everyone wants to label you. That was the case with John the Baptist. But his identity was shaped by God. When Zechariah realizes this, it opens him up to healing, and a buzz of hope and anticipation in the air.

Mary erupts into song. But this is no ordinary song. In it she calls to mind the promises of God to Israel, humbling the proud and powerful, and blessing on the least in the community. This is God’s justice as a source of our praise.

Faith opens your heart to God’s blessed activity by His Spirit; it is is cultivated by investigating what God said and did, and it has Jesus as it’s primary focus.

Sermon Synopsis: During a tumultuous time for Israel, an angel of the Lord reveals himself to Zechariah in the middle of his temple duties, telling him that his barren wife Elizabeth will have a son, to be named John, who will turn many in Israel back to God. In this sermon we see how God reveals himself to people who are oppressed, discouraged, and marginalized to show his redemptive power. The question for us is, will we believe?

Apprenticing Jesus | A Series Through the Gospel of LukeLuke 1:5-25Sermon Synopsis: During a tumultuous time for Israel, an angel of the Lord reveals himself to Zechariah in the middle of his temple duties, telling him that his barren wife Elizabeth will have a son, to be named John, who will turn many in Israel back to God. In this sermon we see how God reveals himself to people who are oppressed, discouraged, and marginalized to show his redemptive power. The question for us is, will we believe?

Apprenticing Jesus | A Series Through the Gospel of LukeLuke 1:1-4Luke wants to give a historical and orderly account based on eyewitness testimonies so that believers, as well as those who may be on the fence with their faith, may have certainty about who Jesus Christ. In this sermon we see the trustworthiness, the uniqueness, and the purpose of Luke’s gospel for us today.

Matthew 4:17-22 The purpose and vision of our church, and what that opens up for each of us over the next five years.

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:13 All the usual things that we chase in life will pass away, but these three qualities will carry over into eternity, and are worth investing into right now.

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13-8-12

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:7 shows us that love is constant, love is a sign of our own maturity, and love is accessible when we learn to receive it from God.

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:7

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:7 shows us that love is trusting

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:7 shows us that love doesn’t give up on people

Summer of Love: A Series Through 1 Corinthians 13