

Reality San Francisco
Reality SF
Dave Lomas and others share encouragements, insights, and meditations on how to respond as followers of Jesus to our current moment. (On Sundays, we post the teaching portion from our online Sunday services, which can be viewed in their entirety at realitysf.com starting at 10:30AM PST.)
Episodes
Mentioned books

Nov 17, 2025 • 34min
The Resilient Soul
Kevin Cooke teaches from James 1 on how God’s faithfulness through trials meets our steadfast endurance to grow resilience within us.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/49ZimMb

Nov 10, 2025 • 50min
The Beloved Soul
Sergio Gomes teaches from John 15:9-16 on the belonging and peace found when our souls rest in God’s love. Sergio is the Head Pastor of Woodside Village Church in Woodside, CA.

Nov 3, 2025 • 55min
The Rebellion of Rest
Dave Lomas teaches on the Sabbath and the restoration and renewal that come when we remember it.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4oqUeXe

Oct 27, 2025 • 46min
The Small Rebellion of Roots
Dave Lomas teaches on Genesis 1 on being rooted as the key to restoring meaning, belonging, and true humanity.
Slides are available at https://bit.ly/4pkqyv2

Oct 20, 2025 • 42min
Jesus & the Satisfied Soul
Dave Lomas teaches from Mark 12:28–33 on how the design for a whole, integrated life is found in living out the greatest commandment.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4ndHyBG

Oct 12, 2025 • 43min
The Downcast Soul
Mike Gleim teaches from Psalm 42 on the causes and cure for seasons of spiritual dryness.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/473AbGV

Oct 6, 2025 • 41min
The Anxious Soul
Ruthie Kim, an ordained minister and executive coach, dives into the depths of soul care by exploring Psalm 23. She frames anxiety as a universal struggle, sharing insights on how a neglected soul leads to increased anxiety. Using the metaphor of a soul as an orchestra conductor, she emphasizes the importance of integration for peace. Ruthie highlights four soul conditions causing anxiety, discusses the need for relational care from Jesus, and urges listeners to choose true restoration over temporary escapes during the chaotic holiday season.

Sep 29, 2025 • 54min
The Dark Night of the Soul
Dave Lomas teaches from Mark 15:33-39 on the season of life where God is doing a hidden, obscured work on our soul.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4pKuLJd

Sep 22, 2025 • 41min
Peace to the Troubled Soul
Explore the profound promise of peace that Christ offers amid life's troubles. Discover common sources of anxiety like health, relationships, and news, and how they disrupt our souls. Learn about faith as trust and the importance of relying on Jesus rather than false comforts. Delve into the contrasting nature of worldly peace versus the true peace Jesus provides. Understand why acknowledging our struggles can redirect our focus to the lasting hope found in Christ's victory over challenges.

13 snips
Sep 15, 2025 • 49min
The Disintegration of Shame
Explore the origins of shame and its impact on the soul through a deep dive into Genesis 3. Learn how disintegration affects our will, mind, body, and relationships. Discover the role of doubt and the serpent's lies in shifting our trust away from God. Find out how vulnerable conversations can counteract the spiral of shame. The discussion culminates in God's promise of healing, showcasing how Jesus' sacrifice transforms our understanding of shame and invites us back into authentic connection.


