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Radiant Church Visalia
Radiant Church exists to behold Jesus and put his brilliance on display. Based in Visalia, California, our podcast explores what it looks like to live a gospel-centered life in the modern world. Join us for weekly sermons as we live obedient to the Word of God, surrendered to the Spirit of God, and devoted to the mission of God. Whether you’re a long-time believer or just curious about Jesus, there’s a place for you here.
Visit us at: www.radiantvisalia.com
Episodes
698 episodes
The Power of Toil | Is This Thing On?
In the powerful conclusion to our Is This Thing On? series, Pastor Travis Aicklen issues a bold and necessary challenge to the church: it’s time to stop spectating and start serving. While the series has focused heavily on the power of...
The Power of Being Together | Is This Thing On?
In this week's message from the Is This Thing On? series, Pastor Travis Aicklen casts a compelling and urgent vision for the upcoming year at Radiant Visalia. Using the incredible synergy of Clydesdale horses—where two horses pulling t...
8 Ways of Discipleship | Is This Thing On?
Why do we gather together as a church, and what is our ultimate purpose as followers of Christ? In "8 Ways of Discipleship," Pastor Travis Aicklen continues the Is This Thing On? series by unpacking the core mission of every believer: ...
The Power of the Gospel: Part II | Is This Thing On?
What is the true message of the Gospel, and how are we called to respond to it? In "The Power of the Gospel - Part II," Pastor Travis Aicklen continues the "Is This Thing On?" series by challenging us to step into a season of spiritual harvest....
The Power of the Gospel: Part 1 | Is This Thing On?
What is the Gospel, and how does it advance in our world today? In this insightful message, Pastor Travis Aicklen dives into the Book of Acts to explore the undeniable power of the Gospel. Whether you are a longtime believer or just exploring f...
The Power of Praise | Is This Thing On?
Have you ever felt too tired, too distracted, or simply too self-conscious to truly engage in worship? In this powerful message from our summer series, "Is This Thing On?", Robbie dives into why praising God isn't just a passive activity or an ...
The Power of Prayer | Is This Thing On?
The sermon focuses on the transformative necessity of a dedicated, private prayer life. Drawing from a recent youth camp experience characterized by a "spiritual renaissance," the message challenges the congregation to move past cultural distra...
The Power of Prophecy | Travis Aicklen
How do we navigate the "mixed bag" of prophecy today? In this message from the Is This Thing On? series, Pastor Travis Aicklen addresses one of the most misunderstood and sometimes misused gifts of the Spirit: prophecy. Travis c...
The Power of Testimony | Is This Thing On?
Are you telling the story of what God has done in your life? In this installment of the Is This Thing On? series, guest speaker David Jansson tackles "The Power of Testimony." We often shy away from sharing our stories because t...
The Power of Being Slow to Speak & Quick to Listen | Is This Thing On?
Are your words rushing ahead of your wisdom? In week two of our Is This Thing On? series, Pastor Danny Cantelmi tackles the critical counterpart to the power of speaking blessing: the discipline of how we listen. Drawing on the ancient w...
The Power of Blessing | Is This Thing On?
Is your life operating from a place of blessing, or are you constantly striving to earn it?In the kickoff message of our new summer series, Is This Thing On?, Travis Aicklen dives deep into the profound, exponential powe...
Exodus: Connecting Exodus to the New Testament
We have reached the end of our Exodus series! Chapter 40 concludes with the glory of the Lord filling the tabernacle, marking the completion of the structure, but not the end of the journey. The Israelites are not yet in the Promised Land. So w...
Exodus: How Do We Become Radiant?
The word "radiant" reflects a profound biblical truth: those who look to the Lord reflect His glory (Psalm 34:5). Becoming radiant is not achieved by human effort, but by encountering the presence of God. This sermon outlines the spiritual prog...
Exodus: God as Friend
Moses pitched a tent outside the camp called the "Tent of Meeting." There, God would speak to Moses "face to face, as one speaks to a friend." Across scripture—from Adam and Abraham to Jesus' disciples—God desires friendship with His creation. ...
Faith for Harvest - Celebration CA
This session challenges listeners to examine their faith, their commitment to obedience, and their willingness to let God dictate their paths. By examining the legacy of the Thessalonians and the faith of Abraham, we learn what it means to live...
Faith in His With-ness - Celebration CA
This message tackles the modern difficulty of trusting and following established paths of faith. Through an exploration of the early church and the life of Abraham, we discover that true maturity often requires setting aside our need to uniquel...
The Father of Our Faith - Celebration CA
This sermon addresses the modern difficulty of simply trusting and following established paths of faith. Through an exploration of the early church and the life of Abraham, we discover that true maturity often requires setting aside our need to...
The Faith to Follow - Celebration CA
This sermon from the Celebration CA camp series confronts the idol of expressive individualism in modern Western culture. It explores the tension between the modern desire to constantly innovate and the biblical call to submit, imitate, and rep...
Exodus: The Perpetual Factory of Idols
As we near the end of our journey through Exodus, we arrive at a heartbreaking chapter: the Golden Calf. In Exodus 32, we see the Israelites—freshly rescued from 400 years of slavery—abandoning their vows to God. They break the covenant mere da...
Exodus: God Goes Camping
Before moving into our main topic—the Tabernacle—we begin by examining the fifth commandment: "Honor your father and your mother." Often relegated to "kids church," this command was actually given to a nation of adults. In a culture that freque...
Exodus: The Giving of Goat Hair
God has no problem talking about money because it is the primary means to reach the human heart. In Exodus, God calls for an offering to build the Tabernacle—a mobile dwelling place for His presence. This wasn't a call for funds; it was a call ...
Exodus: The Ten Words
The Ten Commandments are often viewed as a restrictive, legalistic burden. However, Jesus presents them as a pathway to an abundant and better life. In the "Ten Words" (as they are known in Jewish tradition), we find a lifestyle defined by a re...
Exodus: The Gift of the Law
Exodus 20 marks a turning point in Scripture—the introduction of the Law. For many, this is where Bible reading plans "go to die." Modern readers often view the Old Testament Law as antiquated, harsh, or even embarrassing. Yet, the Psalmist in ...
Easter in Exodus
In this sermon, we walk the seven-mile road to Emmaus alongside two disciples who are wandering away from Jerusalem—and away from their devotion. Like many of us today, they were fueled by confusion, cynicism, and the weight of unmet expectatio...
Exodus: Coming Full Circle to the Foot of the Mountain
This sermon explores Moses’ return to Mount Sinai in Exodus 19, a profound "full circle moment." A year after the burning bush, Moses returns leading a freed nation. The biblical narrative slows down, dedicating 57 chapters to this encampment. ...
