Listen as Brian Pursley discusses the Parable of the Sower from Luke 8 and the implications it has for Lakeside and everyone who follows Jesus. Discussed are why most people won’t be receptive to the gospel, the return God desires, and how we need to function as a church in light of this.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley concludes our look at James by highlighting how in hard times, in good times, during sickness, and our struggles we need to pray. We also discussed how God does the extraordinary through ordinary people and why the church must be a place for people in the midst of their messes and mistakes.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley discusses how we are to conduct our lives regardless of social class, be patient in the good times or bad, and the reward of surrendering to God's purpose and timing for our lives, based on James 5:1-12.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley discusses James 4 and why we fight, why we don’t have some of the things we want, why there will be tension for those who follow Jesus, how some of what we have to do to draw near to God doesn’t seem pleasant, and how life is short.
Read MoreLiving a life that is earthly and unspiritual is a life that lacks wisdom from above. Listen as John Cross takes us through the latter part of James chapter 3 teaching about wisdom that comes from above and how that shapes our lives.
Read MoreIt seems weekly we're given a reminder that words will determine the directions of our lives. Listen to Brian Pursley break down James 3:1-12 and discuss the power of the words we speak and why God cares so much about the words we speak.
Read MoreDid you know there's a faith the Bible says is useless? Listen as Brian Pursley breaks down James 2:14-26 and discusses why knowing the truth about God isn't enough, how some who say they follow Jesus are no better off than the demons, and why genuine faith always requires action.
Read MoreIn a culture that consistently strives to divide, we've been called to love all. Listen to Derek Flowers share from James 2:1-13 why we shouldn't treat people differently based on who they are or what they have, how falling short of one aspect of the law makes us guilty of violating all of it, and what our lives should look like as a result of following Jesus.
Read MoreGod cares more about consistency than celebrity. Listen to Brian Pursley discuss the counter cultural approach that James 1:19-27 provides and why it is essential we listen more than speak, why we have to do more than know what Scripture says, and what God really cares about in the lives of those who follow him.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley shares from James 1:1-18 and how hard times can reveal our faith, wisdom, what our hope is in, and the promise of how to make hard times easier. He also discusses why churches have hypocrites, why a lot of people stop following God, and why community is so important especially in the hard times.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley concludes Paradise by answering your questions about what our homes will be like in Heaven, if our pets will be there, what we will eat, and when people who died in the Old Testament made it to Heaven.
Read MoreWe all have a unique story to tell. As followers of Jesus our lives have been transformed. Listen as Gordie Krogh teaches us about the importance and specifics of sharing our testimony.
Read MoreIf you've ever experienced amazing moments you know as good as they feel they don't last forever. Listen as Brian Pursley shares from Revelation 21 and 22 how our future home in the New Heaven and New Earth will be more amazing than we can comprehend as God is with us and everything is made right!
Read MoreAngels, weddings, and more. Listen as Brian Pursley discusses what Heaven will be like, why we can be sure of the hope of redemption and blessing, why we won’t become angels, and what Heaven should tell us about how much God loves us!
Read MoreIf you’ve ever worried Heaven’s going to be boring and Hell’s going to be a party watch this! Brian Pursley discusses what we’ll do in Heaven, why the greatness of God makes grace that much greater, why there’s no room for racism as a Christian, and why Heaven will be exciting!
Read MoreIf you've ever wondered if you'll remember people, things, and events from your life in Heaven, then listen as Brian Pursley answers that question from Luke 16:19-31 and Revelation 6:9-11. He also discusses why relationships, events, and our legacies matter.
Read MoreJust because you’re going to Heaven doesn’t mean you can live like Hell. Listen as Brian Pursley discusses why uncertainties of Heaven don’t mean you lack faith but that you’re human, why we have to be the most merciful, loving and gracious people, and why the fact that God will judge our lives should motivate us and not terrify us.
Read MoreIf you want to go to Heaven you're going to have to die. Of course you're going to die even if you don't go to Heaven. Listen as Brian Pursley discusses the universal nature of difficulty and death, why we should embrace the shortness of life, and why we don't have to fear death because of Jesus!
Read MoreIn a world that's unfair, we celebrate the unfairness of the cross which enables the grace we desperately need but don't deserve. Listen as Brian Pursley discusses Luke 23 and 24 and why the resurrection of Jesus guarantees our hope and salvation to all who ask for it.
Read MoreListen as Brian Pursley discusses Psalm 22 and why Jesus chose to quote this song on the cross, what it conveys about humanity, our mental health, how to handle disappointment with God, and why when God doesn’t seem part of our present we need to look to the past.
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