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The Daily Cut

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Every time a pastor prepares a sermon, there’s material that influences, shapes, and informs, but gets cut from the final preach. That's why we, Park Community Church, started The Pastor's Cut. We want to give YOU a chance to go behind the scenes and access the content that informs the teaching at Park each week. If you're wanting to grow in your understanding of and fascination with the Bible, you've come to the right place.
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Episodes

#162 Dealing with Doubt

Acts 16 Restoring our evangelistic impulse, stepping into the power of God, and dealing with doubt are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Josh Laxton, Center Region teaching pastor. A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

Aug 15, 202139 min

#161 Hearing His Voice

Acts 16:1-10 Moving to live closer to your church, discerning God's direction for our lives, and the role of obedience in discerning the voice of the Holy Spirit are just a few of the things discussed on this episode with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of Park Near North. A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

Jul 29, 202114 min

#160 Stories of God's Faithfulness

Acts 15:1-35 Stories of God's faithfulness from Park's past, the ability to disagree, and why John Mark deserts the First Missionary Journey are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Jackson Crum, former lead pastor and current member of Park's Global Team. A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

Jul 03, 202133 min

#159 Longings that Shape the Legends

Acts 14:8-28 Legends that shape us, the poet Ovid, and a rhythms and practices of prayer are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, pastor of Sabkah Sahaara and Park's Rogers Park Network. "On Fairy Stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien | Link: https://coolcalvary.files.wordpress.com/2018/10/on-fairy-stories1.pdf A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

Jun 24, 202140 min

#158 How big is your God?

Acts 13:13-14:7 Evidences of God's grace, an openness towards counseling, and helpful practices on social media are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, pastor of Park Forest Glen. "Questions Before I Post?" by Dan Osborn | Link: https://thepastors.blog/2020/09/10/questions-before-i-post/?fbclid=IwAR155P87JCotHnFkL243FsEeeHQGdsyWdXl5Aq3BfL1MPXizdrPFsdCsvWA/ A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

Jun 16, 202135 min

#157 Judgment, Deliverance, and Generosity in Acts 12

Where is the gospel in Scripture? Peter's surreal deliverance from prison, Antioch's unexpected response in the face of famine, and what a growing understanding of the gospel looks like are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Megan and Trevor Lovell, associate pastor of Park Near North. A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

May 26, 202141 min

#156 Why Work Matters

Is my work less meaningful if it's not in ministry? The Gentile Pentecost, the Apostle Peter's growth in understanding the gospel, and a listener question on work are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Noah Chung, associate pastor of church planting in Park's Near South Region.

May 20, 202124 min

#155 Moments to Remember

How did you become a follower of Jesus? Understanding our conversion stories, when God repeats someone's name, and a listener question on baptism are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, pastor of Park South Loop.

May 13, 202132 min

#154 Does God Have a Say?

Pressing pause to consider our lives, what makes our lives remarkable, and beginning to read the Bible with others are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, a pastor at Sabka Sahaara, our church on Devon.

May 07, 202124 min

#153 God's Surprising Activity

God's surprising activity, in the gospels, in Acts, and in our very own lives, plus yoga and the enneagram are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, a pastor at our Forest Glen church.

Apr 29, 202139 min

#152 The Gospel Should Shake Us

The most famous speech in Acts, Saul to Paul, and how do I know if someone is the right, or the wrong, person to marry are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, a pastor at our Bridgeport church.

Apr 23, 202131 min

#151 Fact Check Your Life

Life with god is a full life, why were there so many widows in Jerusalem, and how do I not waste my 20’s are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Megan Lovell.

Apr 16, 202123 min

#150 Obedience Equals a Meaningful Life

Living a life aligned with the Holy Spirit, with obedience comes joy, and don’t be on the sidelines are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, a pastor in our Rogers Park network.

Apr 02, 202133 min

#149 Walk in Fear Before God

Why do people raise their hands while singing at church, Ravi Zacharias, and God being rightfully enraged are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen Church pastor.

Mar 27, 202134 min

#148 Opposition and Persecution

How should we think of spiritual warfare, Jesus coming for the jews and gentiles, and the use of psalms in acts are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with John LaTorre, the Albany Park church planter pastor. You can watch this episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zlAduVhfrY

Mar 21, 202119 min

#147 Hope for Everyone

Narrative style preaching, blot away your sin, and the beautiful gate are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Shine Gidla, the Saabkah Sahara church pastor.

Mar 12, 202129 min

#146 God is Doing the Miraculous in the Unremarkable

Doing devotions with others, the early church, and honoring your father and mother are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Nathan Payne, the Near North and Center Region church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5bWFujD0_o

Mar 05, 202126 min

#145 Where Do You See Jealousy?

The meaning of Pentecost, comparing, and was the world created in 6 days are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE1_m6J9G5w&t=1s

Feb 26, 202125 min

#144 The Good of Giving Up

Church planting, what is your motivation , and seasons of waiting are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Noah Chung, the church planting pastor of the south region. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3pBae3ngMo

Feb 18, 202123 min

#143 God Isn’t Sitting Like Bernie

Getting out of your holy huddles, God's got a plan for us , and how to grow as a follower of Jesus are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Joe Riccardi, the Lincoln Park church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gSoLjTxk_A

Feb 12, 202121 min

#142 No Place Left

Stepping into the mission, God's calling for you, and second temple Judaism are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor.

Jan 21, 202132 min

#141 How to Not Waste Your Life

How does the gospel shape the direction of your life, living by the spirit, and how to pray are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, the Bridgeport church pastor.

Jan 15, 202129 min

#140 What is Church to You?

How true Christianity is communal, how authenticity plays into that, and heaven are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, the South Loop church pastor.

Jan 07, 202139 min

#139 Do You Need a Mirror?

The gospel doesn't hide our failures, It's a Wonderful Life, and the gospel according to Ebenezer Scrooge are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor.

Dec 17, 202015 min

#138 Peace

Servant songs of Isaiah, the word of the year, and what the season of advent is about are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Jamie Borchik, the South Rogers Park church teaching pastor.

Dec 10, 202035 min

#137 Christian Liberty

Holiday traditions, wearing or not wearing a mask, and interpreting the Bible are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, the South Loop location pastor.

Nov 25, 202028 min

#136 Conflicting Convictions

Solid and dotted lines, Halloween or reformation day, are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen location pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQV-BvU5a94

Nov 19, 202029 min

#135 Love, Light, And St. Augustine

St. Augustine and Josiah, the kid who became kind at 8 years old, are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Brenton Smith, the Norwood Park location pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. https://youtu.be/z0pEK3Ay7Ps

Nov 12, 202032 min

#134 Get the Nutrients

Candy corn, hospitality, and the relationship between lament and joy are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Ed Kraal, the Breakers pastor. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybKJos9dTHs

Nov 04, 202027 min

#133 Spiritual Gift

Spiritual gifts, community, and being a bad worship leader are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, Near South lead pastor. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-wJHYjCKEA

Nov 03, 202029 min
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