The King Stands Between Sinners & Thunderclouds
One of the last things Jesus says on the cross is “it is finished”. What does this mean? What was finished? Who was it for?
Mar 14, 2021•42 min
Reach Church
Reach Church
Reach is a church family scattered across the Seattle area, with a mission to Be the Church, and Reach the City. We meet every Sunday in Kirkland, WA and online at reachchurch.cc
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Episodes
The King Chooses to Love
[From our first in-person Sunday in a year] While in unimaginable pain, Jesus still uses the few words he has left to care for others. The takeaway? No matter who you are, there is a place for you at the foot of the cross.
Mar 07, 2021•37 min
The King is Lifted Up
Jesus walked over 3,000 miles in his ministry — but it’s the final 2,000 feet that will be the most difficult, and the most important — for they will lead him to the cross.
Feb 28, 2021•34 min
The King is Condemned
If Jesus endured abuse of all kinds, he is uniquely equipped to care for you in the wake of the harm you have experienced in your own life. As we wrap our minds around the public torture Christ endured many thoughts and emotions surely swirl. But chief among them is this life-changing truth — by his stripes we are healed.
Feb 21, 2021•36 min
The King (and truth) is Questioned
When Jesus is brought before Pontius Pilate, his exchange with the Roman governor is loaded with meaning. Like Pilate, when we find ourselves before the truth of Jesus, we have a choice to make -- the crowd or the cross.
Feb 14, 2021•36 min
The King is Denied
As Jesus is arrested and subjected to a shady sequence of interrogations, Peter tries to follow him...but from a distance. The results are disastrous. Apparently distance leads to denial. We must follow him closely.
Feb 07, 2021•34 min
The King is Arrested
If you've experienced betrayal, rest assured that Jesus knows what you're feeling. Still, even in the midst of betrayal, he shows us that his kingdom will come in ways completely contrary to the those of the world.
Jan 31, 2021•35 min
Take Heart, Jesus Prays For You
On the last night of his life, Jesus asks his father to do 3 things for his followers — protect us, sanctify us, and unite us. If we remember these prayers, we’ll also remember we are not alone, change is possible, and hope is bigger than division.
Jan 24, 2021•31 min
Glory, Authority, and Eternal Life
As Jesus begins to pray on the final night of his life, 3 things appear to be on his mind -- the GLORY of God, the AUTHORITY of God, and ETERNAL LIFE by knowing God. When we orient our thoughts and actions around these same ideas, things change.
Jan 17, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Responding to the Indefensible
The divine call to be a peace-maker is always difficult, but especially in the wake of indefensible acts. Remembering what following Jesus is (not) about, asking ourselves where our hope is, and choosing to reflect the heart of God in the midst of the madness provides a starting point as we process a heart-breaking week.
Jan 10, 2021•34 min
When God Hits Reset
As we look back on an unexpected year, and forward to another one that's sure to have its own challenges, Pastor Brian brings us an encouraging word on what it means for God to hit reset in our lives, our church, and our world.
Jan 03, 2021•26 min
Take Heart, He Has Conquered the World
As people finishing one hard year and staring down the likelihood of another, what hope does God offer us? “Yes, you will have suffering in this world. But take heart — I have conquered the world.” In these words we don’t just find our hope, but also our purpose as a church for the season to come.
Dec 27, 2020•24 min
Take Heart, The Father Himself Loves You
Is it possible you don't pray because you think God doesn't love you? The certainty of Gods love for you, makes the mystery of prayer hopeful. The uncertainty of Gods love for you, makes the mystery of prayer hurtful.
Dec 13, 2020•36 min
5 Reasons to Take Heart
As we approach the end of the year, there are no shortage of reasons to feel disheartened and discouraged. Why can we choose hope in such a difficult season? Jeff Bethke reminds us of our place in God's story and points to five truths we can cling to that empower us to take heart, regardless of the season and especially in this one.
Dec 06, 2020•25 min
When Jesus Arrives, He Brings Joy With Him
There is a joy that can replace our sorrow and wipe away our pain. Forever. We take hold of such joy as we see Jesus for who he is, and serve others as he does.
Nov 29, 2020•42 min
You Have the Truth and the Spirit
In the midst of troubling circumstances, we can take heart because we have been given a Guide who has gone before us and will lead us in the truth.
Nov 22, 2020•36 min
Worry Like Jesus
When people are experiencing real pain, “Don’t worry, be happy” is not helpful. God doesn’t ask us to ignore our hardships. He joins us in the midst of them.
Nov 15, 2020•37 min
You Can't Change People...But He Can
For Christians facing opposition while on mission with Jesus, there is some very good news in this passage -- Jesus sends the Holy Spirit to show people in the world the things they need to repent of. Pro tip: never stop asking the Spirit to do the same for you.
Nov 08, 2020•42 min
He Said There'd Be Days Like This
In John 16 Jesus is all the more intentional to equip his disciples for his absence, and for the opposition they will face. He foretells the hardship to come, but makes it clear he will be with them every step of the way. He says the same to us today -- no matter how dark things get.
Nov 01, 2020•45 min
Sabbath
In a culture that treats busyness like a badge of honor, committing a day every week to intentional rest looks somewhere between irrational and insane. But when we remember Jesus has already done the work that matters most, our rest becomes worshipful, joyful, and the very thing we need.
Oct 25, 2020•41 min
Fasting
In a culture of indulgence, excess and self-reliance, fasting might be the most counter-cultural thing we can do. It’s time to make room.
Oct 18, 2020•38 min
Silence & Solitude
Silence and solitude is essential to a thriving spiritual life. Our culture places such little value on this practice that it can be one of the harder ones to make space for. However, when we obediently place ourselves before God we are able to experience the forming power of becoming like Christ.
Oct 11, 2020•38 min
Pray Through Scripture
Scripture is a tool God has given us to connect with Him. If we are going to be people who remain in Jesus, we must learn how to use it. Pastor Jason teaches us how to pray through scripture and shares how this practice has impacted his life.
Oct 04, 2020•35 min
Read Scripture
There's no way to abide in Christ without abiding in his Word. And many of us still don't. What if we actually wanted to? And what if we actually did?
Sep 27, 2020•40 min
How Do We Love Like Jesus?
If we love like Jesus it will be messy, it will be hard, and it will be full of joy. To love others like Jesus, we have to act like him. How do we model truth and love like Jesus did?
Sep 20, 2020•30 min
Thank God There's A Helper
If abiding in Jesus and bearing fruit feels impossible, you’re right. We can’t do what we’ve been called to do without divine assistance. Luckily, there’s a helper committed to teaching, reminding and guiding us.
Sep 13, 2020•42 min
Painful, but Worth It
Reviewing John 15 as a whole reveals the 3-fold command that helps us bear much fruit. Bottom line: there is no way forward without pruning. It will be painful, but it will be worth it.
Sep 06, 2020•34 min
How to Be Hated
Immediately after equipping his followers to love one another, he prepares them to be hated. It's our job to make sure we are being opposed for the right reasons, and to remind each other why we can be confident in the face of opposition.
Aug 30, 2020•43 min
The Bridge From Heavy Back to Hopeful
The command to love one another seems simple enough, and the news that Jesus loves us with the greatest love possible is a game-changer, but what do we do when we are being held back by our hurry, our worry, and our fury?
Aug 23, 2020•48 min
Loving Well While Obeying God
Loving God and loving others is not at odds with obeying God. Jesus Himself is the example for us to follow of what it looks like to be in the world and not of it.
Aug 09, 2020•34 min
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