Sunshine Community Church's Podcast

Welcome to the podcasting home of Sunshine Community Church. Christ calls Sunshine Community Church to pursue and nourish the spiritually-hungry, until every household in our sphere of influence can flourish in Christ. We hope the content of this weekly podcast will help you do just that. If you would like to learn more about Sunshine Community Church, you can visit us online at sunshine.church.

June 15, 2025 - The Scroll & The Watchman 06/16/2025

June 15, 2025 - The Scroll & The Watchman Ezekiel 2-3 This passage from Ezekiel is truly striking! It shows how he got his commission from God, and what his calling as a prophet was all about. God showed Ezekiel that he would have to be bold and unflinching as he told people bad news they wouldn't like. But he also showed him that the Word of God is sweet - even when it is hard to hear - and that he sometimes hurts us in order to heal us. He also learned he was called to warn others. God lovingly sends his Word to rebellious and hard-hearted people; a believer's calling is to warn with clarity and compassion! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/37026440

June 8, 2025 - Chariot Throne 06/11/2025

June 8, 2025 - Chariot Throne Ezekiel This message series explores the book of Ezekiel, beginning with a little bit about the ancient Assyrian-Babylonian world and their symbolism. We will learn about what the ancient Israelites were going through as captives in the nation. Ezekiel starts off by assuring the captives that the glory and reign of Yahweh aren't limited to any region, era or season on Earth; His throne is mobile and his Name is over all. We can be with him no matter where we are! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36954550

June 1, 2025- Keeping Charge 06/02/2025

June 1, 2025- Keeping Charge 1 Timothy 5:17-25 This message discusses the importance of giving honor to those who lead and teach. Those who keep the charge of leadership carry a significant burden; they ought never do it alone or withug proper honor. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36817910

May 25, 2025 - To The Death 05/28/2025

May 25, 2025 - To The Death Philippians 2:12-30 The sermon highlights the book of Philippians, focusing on themes of joy and unity. It honors sacrifices made on Memorial Day and shares teachings of Jesus about love and service. Paul's imprisonment is discussed in relation to the Philippians, emphasizing joy and the importance of unity in the church. The roles of Timothy and Epaphroditus are explored, concluding with a call to engage with the community and a prayer for guidance in serving others. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36758750

May 18, 2025 - Borrowed Honor 05/19/2025

May 18, 2025 - Borrowed Honor Isaiah 43:1-13 We don't always think of honor as part of worldwide missions and outreach. But it is essential! First of all, we want all nations, tribes, and languages to praise and honor the Name of Jesus and know the freedom and hope that are ours in his gospel. Honor is also part of outreach in the sense that God is giving it to lost people by loving, pursuing, and cleansing them in Christ. All honor belongs to God, yet he shares it so generously with his people; we only have it when we surrender to him and his mission, sharing the good news with all people. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36628965

May 11, 2025 - Your Honor 05/12/2025

May 11, 2025 - Your Honor Matthew 15:1-28 This message celebrates Mother's Day and the many women sacrificing, giving strengths, efforts, and affections to help others flourish. Whether you have kids or not, you are a mother here when you lovingly nurture and grow others! This passage looks at the kind of honor Jesus commands and the price we pay to make it authentic. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36532945

May 4, 2025 - Shared Honor 05/05/2025

May 4, 2025 - Shared Honor 1 Corinthians 12:12-26 Celebrating HisAbility Sunday - Our differently-abled members and attenders help us experience God more deeply, worship him more passinoately, and learn about parts of his heart we might miss without them. Together, we learn that the Church is the unified body of Jesus Christ; when we protect one part, the whole body floursihes with it and shares in the honor! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36442770

April 27, 2025 - Sunrise Saints 04/28/2025

April 27, 2025 - Sunrise Saints Malachi 4 A final message in our Where's Waldo? series. As the profit Malachi finishes his book, he gets to have the last word before 400 years of waiting between the minor profits and the Gospel of Matthew. These last words of the Old Testament point to the coming of John the Baptist and the healing of the Risen Lord! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36340230

April 20, 2025 - Life Preserver 04/22/2025

April 20, 2025 - Life Preserver Psalm 16, Daniel 12:1-4 This message takes place on Ressurection Sunday! As we continue to look for evidence and testimony about Jesus in the Old Testament books (even on Easter), we discover that the empty tomb and victory over sin and death and hell are all there! In the Law and Prophets, we see that the Father promised to preserve the life and physical purity of Jesus, despite Death's attacks. More than that, he promises the same to all who believe in his Son! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36256355

April 13, 2025 - The Coming King 04/14/2025

April 13, 2025 - The Coming King Zechariah 9:9-13, John 12; 12-16 Even though the first Palm Sunday happened in New Testament times, it was predicted in the Old Testament and later recognized as a fulfillment of prophecy. Zechariah the prophet predicted a King humbly arriving to Jerusalem on a donkey; he also predicted that King would bring freedom and hope by a blood covenant and by rescuing prisoners back to safety. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36129295

April 6, 2025 - Legal Defense 04/10/2025

April 6, 2025 - Legal Defense Zechariah 3 We don't see it, but there is an invisible battle going on all around us. We are always being accused by our Enemy, the Devil. The worst part is, most of his accusations are accurate, since we are sinners who have disobeyed God and deserve punishment. However, his word isn't the last word - there is Another who gets to speaker in the courtroom. No matter what Satan says about us, God's Word supersedes it. Zechariah predicted the protective work of Jesus to rebuke our Accuser, cleanse us, and make us a priestly people serving Him! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/36083190

March 30, 2025 - The Fourth Man 03/31/2025

March 30, 2025 - The Fourth Man Daniel 3 The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace of Nebuchadnezzar shows us the kind of pressure and risk a believer can often face in this world where Satan seems to be temporarily in charge of things. Earthly systems can stack the deck against us and we are often threatened and told to compromise our faith. The pre-incarnate Jesus showed up for his faithful servants in Babylon and preserved them; he will show up for us, too! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35943145

March 23, 2025 - Bush League 03/24/2025

March 23, 2025 - Bush League Exodus 3:1-12; Deuteronomy 18:15-19 This message dives into some moments in the life of the greatest Old Testament leader in the nation of Israel: Moses. Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt and to the Promised Land; he gave them the Law and taught them about God’s standards. Jesus called and equipped Moses to prefigure the Gospel and lay the groundwork for salvation. But Moses was aware of a greater prophet to come, who would take his mantle and go further; he predicted the True Prophet to come! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35837165

March 16, 2025 - Father Abraham 03/17/2025

March 16, 2025 - Father Abraham Genesis 16:1-13; 18:22; 22:11-18 Many have heard stories about the patriarch, Abraham, and his wife, Sarah. As we continue our search for Jesus in the Old Testament, we discover that he pops up quite a few times in the story of Abraham; you just have to know where to look. In these passages, we see that the pre-incarnate Jesus was intimately involved with Abraham's story and the people in his family; Jesus revealed his Gospel to the Father of our faith, who believed it and was deeply touched by it. Abraham was God's friend, and God wanted him to know about his best gift: Jesus! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35725805

March 9, 2025 - Old School 03/10/2025

March 9, 2025 - Old School Genesis 1:1-5, John 1:1-5, Genesis 3:14-15, 21 The oldest references to Jesus are in the book of Genesis; here we see his divinity, mission, and victory over sin and hell foretold! We also see the first substitutionary sacrifice and the institution of shedding blood to cover over the shame and exposure that come from sin. Jesus is on the very first page of the Bible! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35606465

March 2, 2025 - We're All Going to Die 03/03/2025

March 2, 2025 - We're All Going to Die Ecclesiastes 9:1-6; 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 Statistics say we are living longer than ever before. Ironically, as our expectation of longevity increases, our stewardship of our lives actually seems to atrophy. Many people are living in denial of their mortality, simultaneously expecting more and risking less. It seems that somehow the longer we hope to live, the less we actually make of the days we are given. Christians are called to be so sure about the next life that we are set free to choose and live for the things which will most certainly cost us our lives! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35513285

February 23, 2025 - We're Made for Real Things 02/24/2025

February 23, 2025 - We're Made for Real Things Ecclesiastes 3:1-13 This world has become more and more virtual over the last decade or so. That isn't all bad, if it's just some new options for solving tricky work situations or connecting in adverse situations. However, learning excessively on these less-than-substantial interactions and activities is having untold effects in terms of human cognition, relationships, and health. It is also weakening the family, marriages and the very human soul. We are made for real and substantial experience and quests; the more we slip into fantasy, the more insubstantial we become! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35407615

February 16, 2025 - Limits are a Gift 02/19/2025

February 16, 2025 - Limits are a Gift 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 We would prefer a life of limitless abilities and opportunities and, if we're honest, we really dislike having to slow down, say no, fail, or quit. We would engineer lives of strength and self-sufficiency, and fool ourselves into thinking we are doing God a favor by not needing his help. How foolish! By escaping our weakness, we would be cutting off the means by which God most reveals his power, comfort, and care to us. But God loves us enough to send us weaknesses that lead us to him - he cares enough to NOT let us be satisfied and safe without him! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35350245

February 9, 2025 - Sex is Sacred 02/10/2025

February 9, 2025 - Sex is Sacred 1 Corinthians 6:9-20 There may be no issue in which the currents of our age are pressing so forcefully as in the area of human sexuality. Our world is all over the place on this issue. On the one hand, people idolize sex and act as if it is EVERYTHING; yet, on the other hand, they downplay its significance and insist it is a casual and ordinary part of life. If we are to keep our heads and be faithful in our witness, we must understand how God intended sex to be used and how we can best enjoy it and steward it within the boundaries and contexts he has ordained. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35222360

February 2, 2025 - One Way 02/03/2025

February 2, 2025 - One Way Acts 3:11-26; 4:5-12 As we stand firm amidst the currents and pressures of our day, we need to be particularly aware of the pressure to conform to relativism and pluralism. Our part of the world is increasingly insisting that ALL religions - including even Satanism, witchcraft, agnosticism, and atheism - constitute equally viable forms of worship and spirituality. In the midst of this smorgasbord of options, though, our faith stands out as a problem. Our belief in the exclusivity of Christ for salvation is always a sticking point; we need to be certain and stay on message, while staying full of love. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35128165

January 26, 2025 - God is our Comforter 01/27/2025

January 26, 2025 - God is our Comforter Isaiah 40 Josh Hendricks gives a message on the ultimate comfort in life and death - God our Father in Heaven. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/35030970

January 19, 2025 - Human Life Has Value 01/20/2025

January 19, 2025 - Human Life Has Value Matthew 25:31-46 The historical Christian position on the value of life is radically clear: every human life has value and needs to be treated as holy. Humans bear God's image and are filled with his breath; what we do to protect the duration and quality of each life, we do unto Christ. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34924525

January 12, 2025 - God's Plan is Better 01/13/2025

January 12, 2025 - God's Plan is Better Isaiah 55 The world likes to put God on trial when things go badly. We wonder how God can be good when things go badly? How can he claim to be for me when circumstances seem to be against me? What has he done to prove that he would be a better planner for my life than I would? In the end, when we read God's Word, we see that he demands our trust and insists that his plan is better, and the only proof he offers is himself and his promise. Some feel like God is asking them to accept LESS; but he could never sin against us, and accepting his plan always yields MORE! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34839135

January 5, 2025 - Selfishness is Toxic 01/05/2025

January 5, 2025 - Selfishness is Toxic Philippians 2:1-11 The Christian faith is built on the altruism and self-sacrifice of its Founder, the one and only Son of God. We don't just think selflessness is good, though - we think that it is the essential remedy to its opposite: Self-interest and self-worship. Selfishness is common to man, but believers are called to self-sacrifice; we must develop our stamina for willing servanthood, if we are to follow our Lord's example and live out his command that we can serve one another sincerely in love. None of us escapes this battle, and our Enemy wants desperately to defeat us in it! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34728890

December 29, 2024 - Grace Under Fire - Sylvester 01/02/2025

December 29, 2024 - Grace Under Fire - Sylvester Luke 12:1-12 Sylvester was actually the first real Pope in the history of the church. In terms of Rome and its government, Sylvester's ministry went from leading a forbidden and persecuted minority to being publicly recognized and given broad cultural influence. In his story, we see that Christmas truth will change the fate of nations; we must be prepared to face danger and fearlessly preach the Word. If we don't adapt, though, we may fall prey to new temptations and traps. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34700350

December 22, 2024 - Let Your Love Light Shine - Lucy 12/23/2024

December 22, 2024 - Let Your Love Light Shine - Lucy Ephesians 5:1-21 The Feast of St. Lucia is connected with Christmas traditions in several cultures, especially in Sweden. The real saint, though, is no more legend or tradition - Lucy's story is gritty, painful, and also amazingly powerful. She illustrates the way that the light and truth of Christ empower us to live pure lives of self-giving and love in the brutal world. Christmas shines the light of Jesus into our lives and calls us to walk in love and purity; God protects those who live this way! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34590390

December 15, 2024 - More Flies With Honey - Ambrose 12/16/2024

December 15, 2024 - More Flies With Honey - Ambrose Jude 1 Ambrose is a saint known as "Doctor of the Church," which means he was one of the teachers whose intellectual contributions helped shape the Church. Ambrose helped people think more clearly about the beauty of the Gospel and its impact on philosophy, music, art, politics, and more. He also fought against false teaching - A LOT. Christmas initiates a battle for truth and requires that we contend for the faith we've been given against false doctrines and teachers. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34468950

December 8, 2024 - Service After the Sale: Wenceslaus 12/09/2024

December 8, 2024 - Service After the Sale: Wenceslaus 1 John 4:7-21 You may not know much about Wenceslaus, duke of Bohemia, unless you know the classic Christmas carol about him. But the early church knew his name and knew that he was brave and principled leader who showed what can happen when a ruler converts to Christianity and governs in a way that is modeled after Jesus' love and kindness. In the story of Wenceslaus, we see that Christmas introduces us to the Savior who empties himself and serves. Once we understand this, we get to follow his example as generous peacemakers. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34347785

November 24, 2024 - Two by Two 11/25/2024

November 24, 2024 - Two by Two Luke 10:1-24 The Lord of the Harvest sends out his laborers in teams and ensures that all of their needs are met in advance and in Him! /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/34139891

November 17, 2024 - Feast of Faithfulness 11/18/2024

November 17, 2024 - Feast of Faithfulness John 4:31-38 When Jesus met with the women at the well of Samaria, he talked a lot about the harvest. What does it mean when he calls the Samaritan town a field and the people grain? Jesus was clear: there is great satisfaction and nourishment in obeying God and harvesting the fruit he and others before us have sown. /episode/index/show/sunshinepodcast/id/33981002

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