

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.)
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Mar 17, 2025 • 8min
Week 2: Lent Reflection
For Monday, March 17, Jackson Jaramillo guides us in a reflection on this week’s theme in our BREAD journals, Put a New & Right Spirit Within Me.

Mar 12, 2025 • 5min
Week 1: Fasting Reflection
For Wednesday, March 12, David McKinney guides us in a fasting reflection on this week’s theme in our BREAD journals, We Shall All Be Changed.

Mar 10, 2025 • 33min
Look Up & Live
Ruthie Kim teaches from Numbers 21:4-9 on how Christ is foreshadowed through the Israelites’ season in the wilderness.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4hndErA

Mar 10, 2025 • 6min
Week 1: Lent Reflection
For Monday, March 10, Melissa Mueller guides us in a reflection on this week’s theme in our BREAD journals, We Shall All Be Changed.

Mar 6, 2025 • 7min
Intro: Lent Reflections
For the beginning of Lent, March 6, Melissa Mueller guides us in a reflection on this week’s theme from our BREAD journals, The Time Is Ripe.

Mar 3, 2025 • 36min
The Darkness Will Not Overcome
Dave Lomas teaches from John 1:1-18 on the revelation of God’s character when Christ arrived as the light and logos.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4i5d17s

Feb 24, 2025 • 37min
New Way of Relating to Reality
Dave Lomas teaches from John 1:1-18 on the personal nature of Jesus to draw near to us as life, light, and logos.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4hMKtiP

Feb 17, 2025 • 49min
Prepare the Way
Al Gordon, Rector of Saint Church in Hackney and founder of the Renaissance Movement, dives into powerful themes of faith and revival. He discusses the role of John the Baptist in preparing for Jesus, emphasizing the importance of repentance. Al shares inspiring insights from the spiritual revival in San Francisco, pairing personal stories with calls for fervent prayer. He also highlights the transformative nature of intercessory prayer and communal forgiveness, urging listeners to cultivate deeper connections with God in anticipation of divine moves.

Feb 10, 2025 • 42min
Awe & Surrender
Explore the transformative power of worship and its ability to provide direction and meaning in life. Discover how creating intimate worship environments can challenge the ego and foster deeper spiritual connections. Hear about a profound divine vision and how moments of awe lead to clarity and humility. Personal stories illustrate the significant impact of surrendering to the divine. This journey highlights how true worship ultimately clarifies our understanding of Jesus and nurtures a deeper relationship with the divine.

Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 11min
Annual Vision & Prayer 2025
Mike Lyme, Executive Pastor at Reality San Francisco, dives deep into the church's mission for 2025. He discusses the importance of establishing a Christ-centered community in a transient city like San Francisco. Key themes include finding purpose in adversity, fostering generational investment, and the vital role of prayer. Mike also highlights exciting future initiatives, such as community engagement during the Easter celebration and the emphasis on 'gospel hospitality' to build connections. Overall, it's a thoughtful vision for nurturing both faith and community.