Faithful to the End
Sometimes life's a you know what... But shouldn't following Jesus make it easier? Or does it? What happens when the going gets tough in a life of faith? What's it take to stay faithful to the end?
Oct 22, 2017•38 min•Ep. 200
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Sign of the Times
There's a lot that's happened around our world in the last few months: hurricanes, earthquakes and nuclear conflicts to name a few. It might cause some to think that waiting until "kingdom come" won't take that long? But are these really signs? What would Jesus say is the sign of the times?
Oct 15, 2017•35 min•Ep. 201
The Invitation to Purpose
The next job, the next relationship, the next gadget, the next upgrade to my status or lifestyle... Is this all there is to life? Are these the only things worth living for? Or is there a bigger difference we can make? A higher purpose we can find? A life mission we can embrace? What if the invitation of Jesus is to live beyond ourselves, to make a lasting difference in the world, and to enjoy his purpose our lives?
Oct 08, 2017•30 min•Ep. 193
The Invitation to People
Like turning on your cell phone after getting off a plane, we're all searching for connection; for a true experience of authenticity and belonging with the people we love. But too many of our relationships skim across the surface or slowly dissolve, leaving us lonely and isolated. But what if there's a different way to relate? What if the invitation of Jesus could transform our sense of connection?
Oct 01, 2017•35 min•Ep. 195
The Invitation to Presence
Deep inside, we all long for something more: a feeling of transcendence, a sense of the divine, a connection to God. But in reality, God often seems far away, out of reach and out of touch, obscured by confusing ideas and religious activities. So is this all there is to a life of faith and religion? Or are we meant for something more? How does the invitation of Jesus change the way we experience God?
Sep 24, 2017•31 min•Ep. 194
The Invitation of Jesus
If someone asked you what it means to have faith in Jesus, what would you say? That it's based on outdated rules and religious routines? That it's nothing more than a "get out of jail free card" for after you die? That it usually seems to do more harm than good? But what if the so-called "good news" of Jesus is even better than most of us imagine? What if a life of faith is actually an invitation to a new kind of life? What if this invitation is something you've always been looking for?
Sep 17, 2017•35 min•Ep. 192
Vision Sunday
September marks the end of summer, but a new season at Southridge. You won't want to miss Vision Sunday on September 10th as we come together to be inspired and ignited around God's vision for our church.
Sep 10, 2017•41 min•Ep. 191
Power-Full
Have you ever felt helpless? Like you're too small, too weak, or too insignificant? Maybe when you think about God, you feel this even more. But what if God sees something different in us? What if he wants to use our weakness as his greatest strength?
Sep 03, 2017•34 min•Ep. 187
Faith-Full
Sometimes life has more questions than answers leaving you full of doubt and confusion. So where can we turn when we get pushed out of our comfort zone? How can we stay full of faith when life wants to suck it right out of you?
Aug 27, 2017•35 min•Ep. 188
Peace-Full
Busy, anxious, and stressful. Sound familiar? Our world moves at a pace that makes stress seem like a necessity. But does it have to be this way? Are stress-balls our only hope?! How can we find peace that rises above our anxious lives?
Aug 13, 2017•35 min•Ep. 190
Joy-Full
Life can throw a lot of curve balls. It isn't always a pleasant experience. So are we destined to sadness and sorrow? Or is it possible to find contentment and joy, even when things aren't easy?
Aug 06, 2017•30 min•Ep. 189
Why Go To Church?
As part of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, Aaron Niequist has had a lot of exposure to what it takes to inspire a large church on Sunday mornings. But recently, he's been on a journey of asking why we go to church in the first place. What's the point? Why should we do it? What should we expect to get out of it (and what shouldn't we)? If you've ever wondered, "why would or should someone go to church", we think this conversation will be extremely worthwhile.
Jul 30, 2017•39 min•Ep. 182
Is The Bible Still Relevant?
As a prominent church leader in Canada and a teaching pastor for over 30 years, Tim Schroeder knows a thing or two about the Bible and how it relates to normal life. But sometimes it feels like the Bible is losing its relevancy. If you've ever felt that, you don't want to miss this conversation.
Jul 23, 2017•34 min•Ep. 183
Safe Space
Ted Mouradian has been a good friend of our church for a number of years and a vocal advocate for the LGBTQ community in Niagara for even longer. As we continue to navigate what it means for the church to become the safest place in the world, join us as Ted shares his own story, how he and Jeff Lockyer have developed a meaningful friendship, and what Southridge needs to know in order to keep growing as a safe space.
Jul 16, 2017•33 min•Ep. 184
Marathon Mom
Krista DuChene was the one of the first Canadian women to run the Olympic Marathon in 20 years when she qualified for and competed at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. But running isn't her first passion. For Krista, faith and family come first. Join us as she shares what marathoning has taught her about running the race of life and faith.
Jul 09, 2017•31 min•Ep. 185
Compassionate City
We kick off our "It Takes a Village" series with a conversation between Jeff Lockyer and St. Catharines, Mayor, Walter Sendzik discussing what it means to be a compassionate city and how the community of faith plays an important role. As part of the Canada Day long weekend and Canada 150 celebrations, this will make for a great conversation about how we can follow Jesus as citizens in Niagara.
Jul 02, 2017•35 min•Ep. 186
The Mess Of We
They say anything worth doing isn't easy. So what about our relationships? What happens when it gets tough? When it's harder than we expected? Can we hold on? Can we hang in there? What if messier than expected could mean better than expected too?
Jun 25, 2017•35 min•Ep. 180
The Language Of We
Despite what we learned on the school yard, sticks and stones seem to cause less harm than words for most of us. It goes to show that our words matters. So what's the language of togetherness? How must we speak if we we're in it for the long haul?
Jun 18, 2017•32 min•Ep. 181
The Heart Of We
There's something magical about "forever friendships". But can our relationships only survive until the magic wears off? What if there's more to being the kind of person who hangs in there? What's at the heart of staying together?
Jun 11, 2017•33 min•Ep. 179
The Power Of We
Our world seems more divided than ever. From politics, to platforms, to pulpits, lines get drawn and sides get taken. But it doesn't stop there. Our friendships drift, our marriages split, our teams fold, and our neighbours move. Is this just how life works? Or is there another way? What if we could stick it out? What does it take to stay together?
Jun 04, 2017•34 min•Ep. 178
Bend Your Ear
Things can get pretty messy when people claim to "speak for God". So how does Jesus invite us to handle these situations? How can we know who God is speaking through today? And how do we discern what he might be trying to say?
May 28, 2017•36 min•Ep. 172
Appearances Are Deceiving
Has Christianity ever felt like a pyramid scheme, rather than a genuine invitation? That if you would just buy in, everything will go well with your health, wealth, and relationships? Is this really what Jesus offers? Or is there something deeper to be discovered?
May 21, 2017•34 min•Ep. 173
Give Your Best
Why does it sometimes seem like all God wants is our money? Could Jesus just tell us how much we really have to give? But what if Jesus is more concerned with "how" than "how much"?
May 14, 2017•34 min•Ep. 174
A Matter Of Fact
White lies, subtle exaggerations, and loopholes; there are countless ways to play games with the truth. But few of us do this intentionally. Or do we? What if we're dishonest more than we realize? What if we tell our best lies in the name of Christianity?
May 07, 2017•35 min•Ep. 175
Take The Low Road
When we're certain we're right, we'll fight to the death to make our case. But is this how Jesus wants us to represent our convictions? What if taking the high road sometimes means lowering the value we place on our opinions and perspectives?
Apr 30, 2017•36 min•Ep. 176
Seek To Hide
Nobody likes a hypocrite. So what did Jesus do when the religious leaders of his day were more "sizzle" than "steak"? And how can we avoid falling into the same trap?
Apr 23, 2017•34 min•Ep. 177
Easter Sunday
An early Sunday morning that changed the course of humanity: that's what we celebrate at Easter. There's no weekend more significant in the life of the church and we invite you to join us, capping off the Easter challenge by celebrating the resurrection of Christ and our new life in him. We'll hear stories of faith and transformation, we'll celebrate new decisions through baptism, and we'll enjoy some Easter treats along the way. We can't wait to be together for Easter at Southridge!
Apr 16, 2017•24 min•Ep. 169
The Resurrection
Christianity is filled with teachings and ideals, but one claim stands out: that the self-proclaimed Son of God not only died, but came back to life three days later. But is there any reason to believe that the resurrection actual happened? Can a rational person put their faith in something so supernatural? What difference does this make to Christianity and what difference could it make for me?
Apr 09, 2017•35 min•Ep. 170
The Crucifixion
If there's one thing that's certain, it's that none of us live forever. But what makes the death of Jesus so significant? Why did such a nice guy end up getting killed? What difference does the fact that Jesus died 2,000 years ago have on my life? What's the big deal about his death on the cross?
Apr 02, 2017•34 min•Ep. 171
Faith: Who, Not What
More often than not, when Jesus was asked a question, he responded with one of his own. So after all these answers, what would Jesus ask? And how will you respond?
Mar 26, 2017•35 min•Ep. 165
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