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LifeChurch Reno Podcast

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Listen to the weekly sermons from LifeChurch Reno. We're a community in Reno, Nevada who love God, love people, and make a difference.
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Episodes

Party of One - Week 2 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurch NV

In this week’s Party for One message, we explore the parable of the lost coin ( Luke 15:8–10 ) and how life’s outside forces—hardship, neglect, and harm—can quietly pull us away from God. Sometimes we don’t drift from defiance, but from disruption. Yet Jesus reminds us of a God who notices, searches, and celebrates every return.

Aug 17, 202534 minEp. 468

Party of One - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NV

In this opening episode of our Party for One series, we walk through Jesus' parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15:1–7. What kind of shepherd leaves ninety-nine to search for one? The kind who reflects the heart of God. In a culture that values the crowd, Jesus reminds us that heaven throws a party for one. Whether you feel lost, distracted, or disconnected, this message is a powerful reminder: God sees you, seeks you, and celebrates your return.

Aug 10, 202535 minEp. 467

The Stories That Read Us - Week 6 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NV

In this sobering parable, Jesus tells a story that doesn’t just illustrate truth—it reads us. This week, we unpack the story of the rich man and Lazarus, a powerful narrative of reversal, justice, and eternal consequence. This sermon confronts the great danger of spiritual numbness, the delight of God’s eternal justice, and the urgency of choosing who we’re really living for. You’ll walk away challenged to trade comfort for compassion and delay for decisive action.

Aug 03, 202544 minEp. 466

The Stories That Read Us - Week 5 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NV

In this powerful message, we unpack one of Jesus’ most surprising parables, the shrewd manager from Luke 16. Discover how urgency, intentionality, and wise stewardship can turn temporary resources into lasting impact. Learn what it means to live for God, not money, and how your generosity today can echo in eternity.

Jul 27, 202540 minEp. 465

The Stories That Read Us - Week 4 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurch NV

Jesus never called us to follow Him halfway. In this message from Luke 14, we explore the real cost of discipleship, and the hidden costs of playing it safe. Many of us want to follow Jesus, but without realizing it, we’re negotiating the terms: keeping Him close, but not central. Join us as we explore the silent killers of deep discipleship. If you’ve been stuck in a safe version of faith, this message will call you back to wholehearted discipleship.

Jul 20, 202538 minEp. 464

The Stories that Read Us - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NV

What if God is inviting you to a feast—and you’re too distracted to show up? In this message, we unpack Jesus’ parable of the Great Banquet, exposing the subtle lies that keep us from saying “yes” to God’s best. Whether it’s the pressure to perform, the illusion of self-sufficiency, or the belief that our mess disqualifies us, this story invites us to lay it all down and come to the table. It’s not about what you bring, it’s about who’s inviting you. Come discover why God’s invitation is better ...

Jul 13, 202532 minEp. 463

The Stories that Read Us - Week 2 | Pastors Brett & Lydia Long | LifeChurch NV

What if the life Jesus offers can only be entered by letting go? In this message, we walk through Jesus’ teaching on the narrow door—a sobering and freeing invitation to surrender, not strive. You’ll explore why proximity to spiritual things isn’t the same as intimacy with Jesus, and what it means to lay down what weighs you down to step into Kingdom life. It’s not about doing more. It’s about letting go.

Jul 06, 202535 minEp. 462

The Stories that Read Us - Week 1 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurch NV

We begin a new series unpacking Jesus’ parables. This week we tackle Jesus’ parables of the mustard seed and leaven, revealing how the Kingdom of God starts small, grows quietly, and transforms everything it touches. With gentle challenge and spiritual insight, you'll be invited to examine the condition of your own faith—what’s growing, what’s being resisted, and where God might be calling you into deeper trust. Discover how small steps of obedience and surrender can lead to surprising, Kingdom-...

Jun 29, 202537 minEp. 461

The Best Summer Ever - Week 4 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In this eye-opening message, we expose five subtle lies we often believe about rest, productivity, and identity that quietly erode our souls and keep us from receiving the gift of Sabbath. Based on Jesus’ parable in Luke 14, this episode invites us to slow down, lay down pride and performance, and embrace a rhythm of replenishment that aligns with God's heart. Whether you’re stuck in hustle mode, struggling to find peace, or simply feeling worn out, this message offers truth, challenge, and hope...

Jun 22, 202537 minEp. 460

The Best Summer Ever - Week 3 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV

In this message from our Best Summer Ever series, Pastor Jericho Toilolo shares how Summer Is For Healing—not just vacations and barbecues, but true, soul-deep restoration. Drawing from Luke 14:1-6 and rooted in the rhythms of Sabbath, this sermon explores how rest is not a luxury but a necessity for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Jun 15, 202533 minEp. 459

The Best Summer Ever - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In this message, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores Jesus’ healing of the bent-over woman in Luke 13:10–17 and reclaims Sabbath as more than rest—it’s a declaration of freedom. From Deuteronomy 5 to the ministry of Jesus, Sabbath becomes a sacred space where we’re invited to stop striving, resist what controls us, and receive soul-deep healing. Whether you're tired, hurried, or holding onto disappointment, this sermon offers a timely invitation: to let Sabbath ground you in the Gospel and point you t...

Jun 08, 202539 minEp. 458

The Best Summer Ever - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In this kickoff message to Best Summer Ever, Pastor Dave Pretlove challenges us to rethink how we view children—not as a distraction from the mission, but as the mission itself. Drawing from Mark 10, Matthew 18, and other key passages, this sermon unpacks the sacred opportunity we have to shape young hearts during their most formative years. If what happens early echoes for a lifetime, then how we invest in the next generation today matters more than ever. This is a call to legacy, to purpose, a...

Jun 01, 202537 minEp. 457

The Goal of Life | Josh Carter | LifeChurchNV

This week, we welcome a special guest from the Send Network Nevada, Josh Carter. Josh is an experienced leader who helps oversee, equip, and train church planters across the state. He has a heart for multiplication and a deep passion for the local church. This week’s message is sure to encourage and inspire you.

May 25, 202542 minEp. 456

The Cave - Week 4 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV

In the final week of The Cave series, we are led through the closing chapter of Elijah’s wilderness journey in 1 Kings 19 and 2 Kings 2. After walking through despair, burnout, and unmet expectations, Elijah doesn’t stay stuck, he steps into renewed purpose. Whether you're recovering from emotional exhaustion, rebuilding after disappointment, or seeking clarity for what's next—this sermon reminds us that God's not finished writing your story. He is the God of second chances, legacy, and supernat...

May 18, 202539 minEp. 455

The Cave - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Ever feel trapped in disappointment because life hasn’t turned out the way you imagined? In Week 3 of our “Cave” series, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores how unmet expectations fuel despair—and how shifting from human expectation to holy expectancy can bring freedom and hope. Discover how to trust God’s voice, movement, and goodness even when life seems silent, stagnant, or uncertain.

May 18, 202537 minEp. 454

The Cave - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In Week 2 of The Cave, Pastor Dave Pretlove takes us deeper into Elijah’s wilderness journey in 1 Kings 19. After a spiritual high, Elijah crashes into despair—physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted. Yet in his lowest moment, God doesn’t condemn him… He meets him with compassion. A meal. Rest. A whisper. This week’s message reminds us that God’s kindness meets us at our breaking point, often through others who show up like angels. We weren’t just at our lowest emotionally, we were sp...

May 04, 202541 minEp. 453

The Cave - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Join us for a powerful exploration of Elijah’s wilderness journey in "The Cave – Week 1: Despair in the Wilderness" (1 Kings 19:1–4). In this heartfelt sermon, Dave unpacks the raw reality of emotional distress, showing how even God’s boldest prophet faced despair after a spiritual high. With vulnerability and wisdom, he reminds us that no one is immune to mental and emotional struggles, yet God invites us to bring our deepest pain to Him. Whether you’re navigating your own "cave" of despair or ...

Apr 27, 202536 minEp. 452

No One Else - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Dave Pretlove reminds us that the resurrection of Jesus doesn’t just change one part of our story—it transforms everything. Because of Jesus, our past is no longer chained to guilt and shame. Our present is no longer a restless search for identity. And our future is no longer marked by fear, but by resurrection hope. We are invited to live a new kind of story, one rewritten by grace, filled with purpose, and anchored in eternity.

Apr 20, 202543 minEp. 451

No One Else - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In Week 2 of our No One Else series, we look at a love unlike any other—the love of Jesus. Drawing from Romans 5:6–11, Pastor Dave unpacks a love that shatters our shallow definitions, takes our place in judgment, and answers the deepest questions of the human heart. Does God really care? Do I matter? Can I be forgiven? Through the cross, Jesus says yes to all of it—and more. This message will remind you just how far God’s love goes and why no one else has ever loved like Him.

Apr 13, 202535 minEp. 450

No One Else - Week 1 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNV

No one lived like Jesus—because no one could. In this message, Pastor Tom unpacks the beauty of Jesus’ life: His absolute perfection, matchless power, and approachable love. He wasn’t just a good example—He’s everything we’re not, yet everything we need. Whether you’ve known Him for years or are just starting to lean in, this message invites you to not only admire His life… but live in light of it.

Apr 06, 202538 minEp. 449

Thy Kingdom Come - Week 4 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

In the final message of the Thy Kingdom Come series, Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ words in Luke 21 about His second coming. Rather than stirring fear, this teaching invites us to live with active hope—looking around at the signs, looking up with confidence, and looking inward with reflection. As we wait for Jesus’ return, we’re not called to passivity but to faithfulness. This message is a timely reminder that in uncertain times, hope is not wishful thinking—it’s a way of life.

Mar 30, 202543 minEp. 448

Thy Kingdom Come - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ sobering words about the destruction of the temple—and what they mean for us today. Far from being just a history lesson, Jesus’ prediction invites us to a deeper trust in Him, especially when the structures we rely on begin to crumble.

Mar 23, 202539 minEp. 447

Thy Kingdom Come - Week 2 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV

Pastor Jericho unpacks Luke 17:20-37, challenging us to stay focused on what truly matters in a world full of distractions. Just like in the days of Noah and Lot, people can get so caught up in the routine of life that they miss the bigger picture—God’s kingdom is moving, and Jesus is returning. Are we awake to His presence, or are we too distracted to notice?

Mar 16, 202540 minEp. 446

Thy Kingdom Come - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

What if Jesus returned tomorrow? In this powerful message from Luke 12-13, Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ words about His second comingChristians have agreed and disagreed for hundreds of years on various details. But here’s the twist—it’s not about guessing when, it’s about living now. You are invited to trade fear for readiness, seeking God’s kingdom today with vigilant, expectant hearts). Are you living for today or that day?

Mar 09, 202551 minEp. 445

Vision Day 2025 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Striving to stay healthy, and balanced to achieve maximum impact is hard, especially for churches in a culture today. Today, we revisit a healthy balanced church expression given to us in the book of Acts, to ensure we stay true to a healthy growing church model. Enjoy our vision day sermon, casting vision and clarity about what type of church we are.

Mar 02, 202544 minEp. 444

Living Free - Wk 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Worry weighs us down, but Jesus calls us to live free from anxiety by trusting in our Heavenly Father. This week, we explore Luke 12:22-34 and uncover four heart conditions that fuel worry—misplaced priorities, an orphaned heart, pride, and unbelief. Through Scripture and real-life examples, we’ll discover how seeking God's kingdom first brings peace that surpasses understanding. Join us as we learn to trade worry for faith and embrace the freedom Jesus offers!

Feb 23, 202539 minEp. 443

Living Free - Wk 2 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNV

In a culture obsessed with wealth and possessions, Jesus calls us to a life of true freedom—free from the grip of materialism. In this powerful message based on Luke 12:13-21. We are reminded that the pursuit of worldly gain often leaves us spiritually empty. Instead, Jesus invites us to rest in God’s abundant provision, embracing gratitude, humility, Kingdom investment, and contentment.

Feb 16, 202537 minEp. 442

Made For This - Wk 5 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV

God desires you to live each day out of a place of rest and abundance. One of the ways he tells us to accomplish this is through the practice of the Sabbath. This week we explore how we declare God’s goodness and our dependence on him through Sabbath.

Feb 02, 202537 minEp. 440

Made For This - Wk 4 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV

Have you ever felt like your job is just a job? Maybe God wants you to do something else for his Kingdom? Join us as we dive into the idea that there is no sacred or secular work for the Christ follower.

Jan 26, 202536 minEp. 439
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