The JCC Podcast
All things JCC
Episodes
69 episodes
Episode 69 - Read it Again
God doesn't reject sinners—He rejects hypocritical religion and empty rituals disconnected from genuine faith. The righteous aren't perfect people, but those whose hearts are turned toward God, seeking Him, repenting when they fail, and desirin...
Episode 68 - When desire becomes a trap!
Have you ever found yourself slowly drifting into a trap you never saw coming? Like the African tribe that lured ducks with pumpkins until they were captured, we too can be ensnared by the pumpkins of immorality in our lives. Proverbs 5-7 and M...
Episode 67 - Worth the Pursuit
Have you ever felt like wisdom was a burden, restricting your freedom and fun? In our sermon on "Worth the Pursuit," we learned that God's wisdom is actually a blessing, guiding us towards something better. Proverbs 3:13 reminds us that joy com...
Episode 66 - The Path Worth Taking
Have you ever felt lost, unsure of which path to take in life? In a world filled with voices pulling us in different directions, it can be challenging to discern the right way to go. But the book of Proverbs offers us a guide for building a lif...
Episode 65 - Walking on Sunshine
Have you ever felt like a magnet, either attracting or repelling those around you with your attitude and actions? In Titus 2, Paul reminds us that as Christians, our lives should draw others closer to Christ through joy, hope, integrity, and lo...
Episode 65 - Gimme some Truth!
Have you ever felt like you're driving in circles, missing turns, and hearing that judgmental GPS voice saying, "Recalculating"? It's like life sometimes, isn't it? But just like that GPS, God is constantly recalculating our path, guiding us to...
Episode 64 - What's Love Got To Do With It?
Have you ever thought about the soundtrack of your life? Just like in a movie, our actions and attitudes create a melody that communicates who we really are. And at the core of this soundtrack should be love. In 1 John 4:16-21, we are reminded ...
Episode 63 - True Love
In a world where love is often reduced to a mere feeling, the true essence of love is revealed through sacrifice. Just as Jesus showed us on the cross, love is not just about words, but about actions that put the needs of others before our own....
Episode 62 - Letting Go
Have you ever felt like everything is slipping out of your control? Like no matter how tightly you hold on, life keeps slipping through your fingers? The truth is, control is just an illusion. Faith begins where control ends. In Proverbs 3:5-6,...
Episode 61 - Facing Giants Together
In a world filled with division and strife, God calls His church to a higher purpose—unity. Just like the astronauts of Apollo 13 who overcame impossible odds by working together, we, too, can face our giants when we stand united as one body in...
Episode 60 - You Belong!
Have you ever felt like you didn't belong? Like you were the last one picked, the outsider, the overlooked? The good news is that God's Kingdom is for you. In Romans 5:1-8, we're reminded that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. We...
Episode 59 - Remember who you are!
Have you ever had one of those moments when you forget why you're somewhere? It's funny when we forget why we walked into a room, but it's not so funny when we forget who we are. Just like Simba in "The Lion King" or the prodigal son in Luke 15...
Episode 58 - Let Freedom Ring!
As we celebrated Independence Day, we reflect on the freedom we enjoy as citizens of this great nation. But there is a freedom far greater than any political liberty—the freedom found in Christ. In John 8:31-38, Jesus tells us that true freedom...
Episode 57 - Stay Lit
Have you ever felt like the world is getting darker and darker? It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the shadows around us. But here's the good news: Jesus calls YOU to be the light of the world! In Matthew 5:14-16, He tells us that we are the...
Episode 56 - This is my Son!
Have you ever felt lost in the fog of life, unsure of which way to turn? In those moments, we have a choice: trust our limited vision or trust the One who sees all. Just like the hikers on the mountain, we can trust the guide who knows the way....
Episode 55 - The light breaking through
In a world filled with darkness and despair, we often find ourselves searching for a light to guide us through the storms of life. Just like the stranded fishermen in Alaska who longed for the beacon of a lighthouse, we too yearn for the li...
Episode 54 - Let there be light
Have you ever been in a place of darkness, where chaos seems to reign and confusion overwhelms you? Just like in the beginning, when God spoke light into the chaos and brought order, purpose, and goodness, He can do the same for us today.
Episode 52 - Where do you belong?
Have you ever felt like the odd one out in a group, unsure of where you fit in or if your contribution even matters? In 1 Corinthians 12, we are reminded that each of us has a unique role to play in the body of Christ. Just like a band needs di...
Episode 51 - What makes us unique?
Have you ever been to a family dinner where certain traditions hold a special place in their hearts? It's like that with the Christian church. We have two unique traditions that help define us: communion and baptism. In Acts 2:37-42, we see the...
Episode 50 - Finding Your Place
Have you ever received a gift that was beautifully wrapped and presented with love? It made you feel valued and cherished, right? In the same way, God wants us to give Him our best, not just leftovers. Just like the man in the sermon who ga...
Episode 49 - The Design
Have you ever felt like a shopping cart with a wonky wheel, out of rhythm and dragging along? In our recent sermon, we explored God's design for His Church, where everyone has a crucial role to play. Just like a lighthouse needs keepers of the ...
Episode 48 - Who are we?
Have you ever felt like something in your life is off-kilter, like a crooked picture frame on a wall? Maybe it's time to check your foundation. In our recent sermon, we delved into the core values that define who we are as a church family at JC...
Episode 47 - From there to here
Have you ever felt like you're trying to assemble a complicated piece of furniture without the instructions? Step by step, piece by piece, we often try to skip ahead, only to end up with something wobbly and incomplete. Just like our faith jour...
Episode 46 - Easter and Spring Break Shenanigans!
Join us this week for a unique time of recollection and laughter. The crew is back after an awesome Easter weekend and they may be a little tired in this episode, leading to some laughs.Let's talk about all the Easter and Spring break me...
Episode 45 - The Final Answer
In a world full of empty promises, we often wonder, "Does God love me?" The answer is found on the cross, where Jesus showed His love through the ultimate sacrifice. John 12:20-33 reveals Jesus' willingness to die for us, proving that real love...