The JCC Podcast
All things JCC
Episodes
61 episodes
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...
Episode 44 - The Necessity of the Cross
Upon the Cross, we find the essence of our faith - not an optional add-on, but a necessary remedy for our brokenness. Just as Nicodemus sought Jesus in the night, we too must seek Him as the only solution to our sin. John 3:14-21 reminds us tha...
Episode 43 - Flipping Tables
Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions, like the beautiful but empty living room in your house? In John 2, Jesus confronts a similar situation in the temple. The place meant for encountering God had become a marketplace...
Episode 42 - The Suffering Savior
Have you ever felt like you needed to hide your brokenness? Like you had to pretend everything was perfect when deep down, you were hurting? We all have. But here’s the beautiful truth: God does His best work in our broken places. In a recent s...
Episode 41 - Speaking the truth in love
Have you ever heard the saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me"? While it may sound tough, the truth is that words have incredible power. In fact, Scripture tells us that our tongues can bring either death o...
Episode 40 - Joy in WHAT????
Have you ever felt like you were thrown into a pool with sharks circling around you? Life can sometimes feel that way—overwhelming, scary, and uncertain. But just like the man who swam through the sharks to claim his reward, we are called to di...
Episode 39 - What is your Identity?
In a world that screams "be true to yourself," the gospel whispers a different truth: be conformed to the image of Christ. Romans 8:28-30 reminds us that God is at work in all circumstances, shaping us to reflect His Son. Our identity is not fo...
Episode 38 - Misquoted week 1
Have you ever received someone else's mail by mistake? It's like opening a letter meant for your neighbor and trying to apply the instructions to your own life. Context matters. Just like in Scripture.2 Chronicles 7:14 is often misquote...
Episode 37 - Walking in the Light
Have you ever stumbled around in a dark room, hoping not to trip over something? That feeling of uncertainty, of not being able to see clearly, can be unsettling. But when you flip the light switch, everything changes. Suddenly, you can see whe...