Unpacking Sunday Podcast
Pastor Mike Perks and CRCF's Worship Minister Luke Nielsen discuss Sunday's sermon, while providing theological insight and personal stories that allow the listener to grasp a deeper understanding of the bible and see Sunday's message with a 360 degree view. The podcast will include questions from congregants and special guests to provide a deeper look into what is being discussed. Unpacking Sunday is a production of Cariboo Road Christian Fellowship church in Burnaby, BC.
Episodes
181 episodes
Unpacking Easter: Letting the Cross Transform Your Life
In this episode, Mike and Luke dive into the heart of Easter, exploring what it truly means to let Christ’s work on the cross shape your life. They discuss the posture a believer needs to adopt for the message of the resurrection to move beyond...
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Unpacking Sunday : Palm Sunday
This week, Mike and Luke unpack Pastor Jeevan's Palm Sunday sermon from April 14. They dive into the tension between celebrating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and recognizing the darker reality beneath the surface: the crow...
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Unpacking Sunday: April 6 2025
Luke and Mike unpack Reg's sermon from April 6. They dive into the ways charismatic Christians can sometimes take a too-casual approach to church—how we show up, how (or if) we express ourselves in worship, and how we make room for t...
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Unpacking Sunday - Romans 16:17-27
After two and a half years, Mike and Luke are wrapping up the book of Romans! In this episode, they discuss Paul’s warning to be watchful of those who cause division and spread false teachings. They also touch on modern topics lik...
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Unpacking Sunday - Romans 16 : 1-16
Luke and Mike dive into Romans 16:1-16, where the Apostle Paul highlights a list of individuals who played a significant role in his life and ministry. This passage reminds us that the Kingdom of God celebrates the unsung heroes—the humble, the...
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Unpacking Sunday : Romas 15 :23-29
Join Mike and Luke as they dive into this final teaching moment in the book of Romans. They unpack Pastor Reg’s Sunday sermon, exploring what it means to not just know the gospel, but to let it saturate every part of your life. Plus, Luke break...
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Unpacking Sunday - Romans 15:17-22
This week, Luke and Mike dive into the latest passage, exploring how expectation can transform a corporate worship experience. Plus, Mike shares some exciting updates about what’s happening in our church—and his undeniable enthusiasm for Chick-...
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Unpacking Sunday - Romans 15:14-16
Luke and Mike break down the cultural tension Paul addressed between the Jews and Gentiles, how what began with the Gentiles then is continuing now, and Mike ponders the possibility of getting Chuck Taylors."
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Unpacking Sunday: Romans 15:7-13
In this episode, Luke and Mike dive deep into the powerful themes of Romans, exploring Paul's cumulative work and the central message of unity. They discuss how Paul emphasizes the importance of coming together as one body in Christ an...
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Unpacking Sunday : Romans 15: 1-6
In this episode, Luke and Jeevan dive into the crucial topic of unity within the church. What does true unity look like when we don’t always agree with the decisions of our fellow Christians? They explore how to live with a deeper sensitivity t...
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Unpacking Romans 14:19-23
In this episode, Mike and Luke catch up while Mike is in Thailand and dive into a conversation about unity in the church. They explore the question, "What does real unity look like?" and discuss the necessary steps for truly walking it out. Fro...
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Unpacking Sunday: Romans 14:10-22
Luke and Mike discuss how, as believers, we need to live sensitively to the struggles of fellow Christians—avoiding being a stumbling block and being mindful that it's our responsibility to serve each other in areas where there is struggle.
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