Westside Church Podcast

From the teaching series, "What the World Needs Now" with Dave Stimers.Part 2: Love. Everyone agrees that the world needs more love. But what if we've misunderstood what love really is? Jesus reveals a radically different kind of love, one that turns our understanding of power upside down and leads us to joy in the most unexpected way.

From the teaching series, "What the World Needs Now" with Dave Stimers.We all want a better world. Less division. Less hatred. Less conflict. But what would it actually take to get there? What if the very things that could change our world could also change our everyday lives? In this new series, we'll explore what Jesus taught about forgiveness, love, and peace, and why his teachings might be more relevant today than we imagine.Part 1: Forgiveness. We live in a world of conflict, division, and broken relationships. We've made extraordinary progress in so many ways, but have we become any better at living with one another? In this message, we'll explore a surprising way forward, and why our future may depend on it!

From the teaching series, "All In" with Mark Wall.Part 3: Possessions. What we own says a lot about what we value. But have you ever considered how our possessions, and what we do with them, can shape our hearts? As we continue our "All In" series, we'll explore what it means to hold our possessions loosely, discover the freedom that comes with generosity, and use what we have to make a difference in the lives of others. What does it look like to go all in with our possessions?

From the teaching series, "All In" with Mark Wall.Part 2: Participation. What does it mean to be ALL IN on community? Following Jesus was never meant to be a journey we take alone. God invites each of us to be part of something bigger than ourselves. This week, we'll explore how participating in the life of the church can deepen our relationships, strengthen our faith, and make a difference in the lives of others.

From the teaching series, "All In" with Dave Stimers.What does it look like to really be all in? Following Jesus means more than showing up. It means joining in with what God is doing and discovering how our everyday lives can make a difference in the world around us. In this series, we’ll explore what it means to live with greater purpose and commitment and to see our lives as part of something bigger than ourselves.Part 1: People. We all know what it means to go ALL IN... putting everything on the line because we believe something is worth it. But what if following Jesus means risking more than we're comfortable with, for people we might otherwise overlook? This Sunday, we're asking what it really means to go ALL IN on loving our neighbours, and what happens when we stop playing it safe.

A standalone message, "The Suffering of Job" with guest speaker Dr. Cyril Guerette.Why do bad things happen to good people? In this message, we'll explore one of the Bible's oldest and hardest questions through the story of a righteous man stripped of everything he loved. Along the way we'll look at the unseen spiritual realities behind suffering, why affliction can shape our character rather than just punish us, and why Job's confidence that "I know that my Redeemer lives" still gives us hope today.

From the series, "Being Human: Living the Good Life" with Dave Stimers.Part 3: Beyond Efficiency. We’ve never been better at getting things done and yet some of the most important things in life can’t be rushed, optimized, or measured. What if the things that make us human - love, wisdom, faith, intimacy, and meaning, require something our culture rarely gives us: time and attention? This week, we’ll explore what it means to slow down, abide with Jesus, and make room for the deeper things that can only grow over time.

From the series, "Being Human: Living the Good Life" with Dave Stimers.Part 2: Beyond Contact. We can reach almost anyone, almost anywhere, almost instantly, and yet many of us are lonelier than we want to admit. We’ve never had more ways to talk to each other, but being reachable isn’t the same as being known. What if one of the most important things we can do in a distracted, disconnected world is simply learn how to be with one another again?

From the series, "Being Human: Living the Good Life" with Dave Stimers.We live in a world where we can know more, connect with more people, and get more done than ever before. And yet, somehow, many of us are struggling with decision-making, loneliness, distraction, and the feeling that life is moving faster than we can keep up. What does it actually mean to be human, and to live a good life? In this series, we’ll look at the life and teachings of Jesus and discover a different way to live.Part 1: Beyond Information. We’ve never had more information at our fingertips, and yet, knowing what to do with our lives can feel harder than ever. Jesus talks about two paths, two kinds of people, and two ways of building a life, and the difference between them may not be what you think. What does it actually take to become the kind of person who knows how to live well?

From the series, "Mastered by Nothing: Freedom, Self-control, and Becoming the Person You Want to Be" with Dave Stimers.Part 3: Who Are You Becoming? What if the small choices you make every day are shaping your future more than you realize? As we step into a new season, we’re wrapping up this series with a message that will challenge you to look at your life in a whole new way by asking, who am I becoming?