I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Aug 04, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jul 28, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Scripture References: Luke 9:57-62 (Main Text) Joshua 1; Matthew 11:2-6 / Luke 7:18-23 Intro: (Podcast Sermon Title Suggestion: Hard Faith for Hard Times: Responding to Offensive Jesus) Opening reflection: We seek glory, often in wrong places (career, money, approval). True glory is restored by God through the gospel (Man Camp encouragement). Introduce Luke 9:57-62 – Jesus' challenging, seemingly harsh words. We often minimize "Offensive Jesus," but these moments are opportunities to examine our...
Jul 22, 2024•23 min
radiantvisalia.com Could this be the Messiah? (John 4:1-20; 25-29) Scripture References: John 4:1-29 Intro: Welcome to this week's sermon! We're pausing our Apostles' Creed series (but keep memorizing!). Today, we're blessed to hear from Daniel Kunkel. Daniel shares his powerful testimony of how Radiant Church profoundly impacted him as a teenager over ten years ago. He describes Radiant as "holy ground," a place where God showed him that following Jesus could be full of genuine joy, not somber ...
Jul 14, 2024•40 min
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jul 07, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jun 30, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 4
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jun 25, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jun 16, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; On the third day ' He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, The holy cat...
Jun 09, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
radiantvisalia.com Church Planting (Acts 13:1-3 & Acts 11:19-30) Scripture References: Acts 11:19-26, Acts 13:1 Intro: Recap of the seven-week Antioch series. The central question: Why did Antioch send its leadership at the height of revival? Highlighting the significance of Paul and Barnabas. Emphasizing the church's willingness to release its key leaders. Key Points: Antioch's Sending Mentality: Recognizing that the work began and continued beyond Paul and Barnabas. Understanding the sacri...
Jun 02, 2024•34 min
Sermon Notes: The Church at Antioch: Obedience and Identity Scripture References: Acts 11:19-30, Acts 13:1-3, Ephesians 4, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14, 2 Corinthians 5, 1 Timothy, 1 & 2 Timothy, Proverbs 4, Proverbs 31, Hebrews 12, Romans 8, Revelation 2, Revelation 19, Ezekiel 37 Intro: Recap of previous sermons on the church at Antioch. The church at Antioch as a model for us. This sermon focuses on obedience and identity, drawing lessons from the Antioch church and other scriptures...
May 29, 2024•56 min
Scripture References: 2 Chronicles 20:12 Psalm 23:4 Matthew 14:30-31 Philippians 4:6-7 Isaiah 41:10 Intro In this powerful sermon, we dive into how to respond when life feels overwhelming. Through biblical truths and personal reflection, this message encourages us to shift our focus from our circumstances to God’s promises. Learn how to cultivate trust, release fear, and embrace God’s peace in the midst of uncertainty. Key Points Admitting Our Need for God Just as King Jehoshaphat acknowledged h...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Scripture References: Matthew 28:18-20, Hosea 10:12, Habakkuk 3:2, Psalm 81:10, Isaiah 6:8, Proverbs 14:4, Luke 4:18-19, Hebrews 1:2, John 3:16, John 17:18, Acts 17:26, Luke 15, John 20:19, Ezekiel 47, Hebrews 10:34, Hebrews 12:2, Jeremiah 33:3 Intro: Celebration of baptisms and God's work in San Francisco. Prophetic word from Vino: "water it for a year, then see fruit." Emphasis on prayer, unity among churches, and seeking God's face. Prayer requests for Alpha course, Woodley's visa, open doors...
May 29, 2024•53 min
Scripture References: Zechariah 3-4, Ezra 3:12, 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Psalm 133 Intro: Celebration of Radiant Tulare's 5th anniversary, growth, and community impact. Gratitude for leadership team, service to Tulare, and youth ministry expansion. Prayer request for salvation, discipleship, community impact, Lenders Building vision, and church planting. Introduction of Willie and Sophie Verduzco, church planters from Guadalajara. Key Points: God's Faithfulness in Small Beginnings: Zechariah's visions t...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12-14, Galatians 6:7-9, Hebrews 4, Isaiah 40, Isaiah 53 Intro: Church updates: Commonwealth in Carlsbad, Sanctuary Church in San Francisco. Encouragement to participate in prophetic ministry, sharing insights/scripture. Explanation of prophetic gifting: edification, comfort, building up the church. Instruction on sharing prophetic words: brevity, clarity, focus on church-wide application. Commonwealth Church update: Joyful presence, baptisms, need for kids/you...
May 29, 2024•53 min
radiantvisalia.com Spiritual Gifts (1 Cor. & Acts) Intro: Acknowledging the departure of four long-serving staff members, highlighting the "changing of the guard." Addressing the emotional response to change: excitement vs. fear, influenced by nurture and nature. Personal testimony: a prophetic word received in 2022, providing comfort and guidance during a time of transition. Story of a childhood memory and its connection to trusting God with the unknown. The Prophetic Word and Its Impact: S...
May 19, 2024•29 min
radiantvisalia.com Spiritual Disciplines (Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3) Scripture References: Acts 11:19-30, Acts 13:1-3, Proverbs 16:32, Ephesians 4:11-13, 2 Corinthians 3:18 Intro: Recap of the Antioch church: evangelistic, diverse, generous, and Spirit-led. Focus on their commitment to spiritual disciplines, mirroring Jesus’s lifestyle. Addressing the challenge: shifting from mere “trying” to intentional “training.” Highlighting the importance of spiritual disciplines for Christ-likeness. Key Points...
May 12, 2024•37 min
radiantvisalia.com Generosity (Acts 11:27-30) Scripture References: Acts 11:27-30, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Luke 21:1-4, Ephesians 2:11-22 Intro: Highlighting the admirable qualities of the Antioch church: evangelistic boldness, multi-ethnicity, generosity, spiritual disciplines, and sending leaders. Focus on their practical generosity, specifically their financial support for the church in Judea. Importance of personal conviction and action in giving. Key Points: Generosity Defined: Antioch's gene...
May 05, 2024•45 min
radiantvisalia.com God's multiethnic vision for His Church (Acts 11,13 &15) Scripture References: Acts 11:19-26, Acts 13:1-3, Acts 15, Acts 16, Philippians 2:5-11 Intro: Recap of Antioch's model church characteristics: evangelistic boldness, multi-ethnicity, generosity, spiritual disciplines, and sending leaders. Focus on the diverse leadership team at Antioch and the challenge of unity. Highlighting the importance of understanding the historical context of the circumcision debate. Key Point...
Apr 29, 2024•42 min
radiantvisalia.com Evangelism (Acts 11:19-26) Scripture References: Acts 11:19-26, Acts 2, Acts 6-9 Intro: Introduction of Tucker and the Gap Year program. Emphasis on the impact of the Antioch church and its relevance today. Overview of the Acts narrative and the spread of the gospel. Focus on evangelistic boldness as the foundation of the Antioch church's influence. Announcement of a survey to gather input on evangelism. Key Points: The Planting of the Antioch Church: Forced migration due to p...
Apr 21, 2024•49 min
radiantvisalia.com Antioch: Introduction Scripture References: Acts 11:19-30, Acts 13:1-3, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:42-47, Revelation 2 Intro: Introduction to a new series studying the church at Antioch. Invitation to commit for six weeks to understand the church's vision. Acknowledgment of Antioch's lesser-known status despite its significant impact. Antioch's role in the Gentile inclusion in the early church. Analogy of overlooked siblings to explain Antioch’s lack of focus. Key Points: Antioc...
Apr 14, 2024•37 min
radiantvisalia.com Easter: The Sermon That Started Our Church (Acts 2:22-47) Scripture References: 1 Timothy 3, Ephesians 2:19-22, Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 4:11-16 Intro: Welcome and introduction of guest speakers: Danny and Colleen Cantelmi. The church is a family: a theme explored in the current series. Emphasis on the importance of this metaphor for the church's function and identity. Key Points: A Multi-Generational Family: Celebration of multi-generational representation in the church. God i...
Mar 31, 2024•55 min
The Digital Fast Podcast, art, and intros were inspired and gleaned from "The Digital Fast," a book by Dr. Darren Whitehead. Scripture References: Proverbs 3:5-8 Intro: Welcome to this sermon discussion with Gunnar & Deborah Avenellis on a counterintuitive topic: "The Gift of Limits." Limits often feel negative, like constraints holding us back. But exploring God's design for us as finite beings reveals that embracing limits is key to dependence on Him and true flourishing. Key Points: Limit...
Mar 27, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Scripture References: Mark 14:32-42; Hebrews 12:2-3; 1 John 4:16-17 (Amplified) Intro: Welcome to this sermon focusing on Mark 14, Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Today is Palm Sunday, the start of Passion Week. While Jesus' "hour" – His time of intense suffering from Gethsemane through the cross – was unique in bearing God's wrath for sin, we all face our own "hours of trial." How did Jesus navigate His darkest time? His prayer in Gethsemane provides a powerful model for us. Key Points: Jesu...
Mar 24, 2024•38 min
radiantvisalia.com 1 John: Ask! Anything? *According (1 John 5:13-15) Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15, John 14:12-14, John 15, 1 John 3, 1 Thessalonians 4, 1 Thessalonians 5, Matthew 6:9-13, Mark 14:32-36 Intro: 1 John 5:14-15: Assurance and confidence in prayer. Story of the 1955 Martin guitar: answered prayer. Question: Is this passage too good to be true? The Power of Prayer: John's source: Jesus' teachings on prayer. Jesus' promises: "Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do" (John 14:13). Real...
Mar 17, 2024•44 min
With Travis & Tiffany Aicklen The Digital Fast Podcast, art, and intros were inspired and gleaned from "The Digital Fast," a book by Dr. Darren Whitehead. Scripture References: Matthew 6:5-8; Psalm 19:7 Intro: Welcome to this sermon with Travis & Tiffany Eklund. As we continue our Lenten digital fast, we're exploring the crucial themes of connection and isolation. This fast isn't just about unplugging but intentionally turning towards deeper connection with God (whose Word refreshes the ...
Mar 12, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Scripture References: Ephesians 5:14-21 (Main Text) Proverbs 9:10, Romans 1:20, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Hebrews 2:1, Psalm 31:19 Intro: (Podcast Sermon Title Suggestion: Wake Up! Wisdom, Urgency, and Fullness) Greeting & opening reading: Ephesians 5:14-21. "Wake up, O sleeper!" - timely message (Daylight Savings anecdote). Connects to ongoing Lenten media fast – turning down noise, focusing on God. Share encouraging testimonies from the fast (e.g., runner's conversations with God). These stories...
Mar 10, 2024•39 min
The Digital Fast Podcast, art, and intros were inspired and gleaned from "The Digital Fast," a book by Dr. Darren Whitehead. Scripture References: Matthew 6:5-13 Intro: Welcome to this sermon on prayer, featuring guests Mike Young and Tiffany Eklund. As we navigate our church-wide digital fast during Lent, we turn our focus to prayer—a key purpose of fasting. Prayer is vital, yet many of us feel inadequate or unsure how to approach it. Key Points: Fasting Creates Space for Prayer: The digital fa...
Mar 06, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 3
radiantvisalia.com 1 John: Epistemology (1 John 5:13-21) Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21, Mark 12:28-31, 1 John 3:14, Psalm 100 Intro: Focus on knowledge in 1 John 5:13-21. Human nature: driven by heart, not just logic. Knowledge matters; not just head or heart alone. Knowledge Defined: Epistemology: study of knowledge. Belief vs. Knowledge: Belief: taking something as true. Knowledge: true belief + justification. Justification: knowing why you believe. John wants us to move from belief to knowledge (...
Mar 03, 2024•40 min
with, Anthony Sampietro, Mike Salazar, and Glenn Power The Digital Fast Podcast, art, and intros were inspired and gleaned from "The Digital Fast," a book by Dr. Darren Whitehead. Scripture References: James 1:14-15; Matthew 5:29-30 Intro: Welcome to this sermon featuring Mike Salazar and Anthony San Pietro. Continuing our Lenten digital fast, we delve into the difficult but vital topic of addiction, which often connects to our relationship with technology. Through raw testimony, we explore the ...
Feb 29, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2
