Reality LA Audio Podcast: Bible Teaching

Do not lose hope because you have to wait. Pastor Adam Smith returns from Reality Carpinteria to preach an Advent sermon from Luke 1:57-80.

To see what Jesus’ first advent would mean to the world, seeing it from Mary’s perspective is a good starting point—it’s such good news that she shares that perspective in the form of a Hebrew song. Guest preacher Bobby Scott preaches an Advent sermon from Luke 1:39-56.

Advent is an opportunity to join with our sisters and brothers all over the world to reflect and to remember the hopelessness of our fallen condition without Jesus, but also to revel and rejoice in the joy of God’s redemptive solution in Jesus. A week after the conclusion of our Good News for All series through the book of Luke, Pastor Goodwin Deng revisits Luke 1:26-38 for our first Advent sermon of 2024.

Our hope is in not just in the crucified, resurrected Christ, but the ascended Christ who sits, reigns, gives, intercedes, and returns! Pastor Jeremy Treat preaches a sermon from Luke 24:48-53.

If Christ is truly raised from the dead, it means hope is possible, there’s purpose in our suffering, we're not alone, his power can be made perfect in weakness, injustice has an expiration date, evil will be held accountable, and fear can be driven out by love! Pastor Jeremy Treat preaches a sermon from Luke 24:1-49.

This week we reach the climax of the book of Luke! Pastor Philip Chew preaches a sermon from Luke 22:7-20 and Luke 23:26-49.

Pastor Jeremy Treat explores what it means to give our ultimate allegiance to Christ over any political party. Through Jesus’ response to a political question in Luke 20:19-26, he invites us to seek God’s kingdom above all else, embracing faith over politics, unity over division, and Jesus over any party.

What does the parable of the wicked tenants teach us about the reality of sin and the character of God? Pastor Jonathan Fitzgerald continues our Good News for All series with a sermon from Luke 20:9-18.

In a world fixated on the superficial, the importance of nurturing the soul is spotlighted. The discussion emphasizes turning to God for love and healing, with reflections on Psalm 143. Listeners are encouraged to seek genuine fulfillment by deepening their spiritual connection rather than chasing fleeting distractions. Practical spiritual practices like prayer and meditation are highlighted for fostering closeness with God. Ultimately, the path to holistic salvation and soul restoration through Jesus is explored, underscoring the power of redemption and rejuvenation.

Stewardship is about more than our money or possessions. It's about investing our entire lives in the kingdom of God. Pastor Jeremy Treat continues our Good News for All series with a sermon from Luke 19:11-27.