

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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Dec 2, 2024 • 39min
Hope & Healing in Jesus
Jessica Gracewski teaches from Mark 5:21-43 on the nearness of God’s love in our most desperate moments.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/3ZyvUIW

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Nov 25, 2024 • 36min
On Community
Jessica Gracewski, a passionate teacher, discusses the vital role of community in fostering a secure and loving relationship with God. She shares insights on attachment theory, emphasizing how strong community ties can transform spiritual growth. Jessica also opens up about her own journey with identity and belonging, particularly through the lens of her adoption. Her heartfelt stories showcase how supportive relationships can lead to healing and a deeper connection with Christ.

Nov 18, 2024 • 47min
On Trusting God
Melissa Mueller teaches from Matthew 14:22-33 on the tension of trusting God in a broken world.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4eAaRKu

Nov 12, 2024 • 40min
On Rupture & Repair
Dave Lomas teaches on Peter’s confession, denial, and restoration as an important example of secure attachment to God.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/3Z5ArT7

Nov 4, 2024 • 42min
On Healthy Attachment with God
Dave Lomas teaches from John 15:1-11 on trust and joy as fundamental in forming an abiding relationship with Jesus.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/3UBJ0Cs

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Oct 28, 2024 • 34min
On Friendship
Jessica Gracewski, a dedicated teacher at Reality San Francisco, explores the profound nature of friendship through the lens of John 15:9-15. She emphasizes the transformative relationship between God and humanity, discussing how divine friendship inspires our connections with others. Listeners will uncover the significance of sacrificial love in achieving meaningful relationships and learn how embracing this divine love can deepen their understanding of true friendship.

Oct 21, 2024 • 37min
On Loving Attachment With God
Discover the depth of love in the Christian faith, emphasizing a relational approach to loving God. Explore how our attachment to the divine begins even before birth and highlights the importance of genuine love over strict obedience. Delve into Jesus' teachings on the greatest commandment, challenging traditional views. Learn about the instinctual connection to God and how personal pain can enhance worship. Finally, uncover the transformative power of loving attachment for spiritual growth and healthier relationships.

Oct 14, 2024 • 45min
An Encounter With Jesus
Mike Gleim teaches from John 2:1-11 on the surprising and often longed for eventuality of encountering God.
Slides available at https://bit.ly/4f21nIn

Oct 7, 2024 • 34min
The Struggle of Dependence on God
Explore the challenges the Israelites faced after escaping Egypt, showcasing their complaints and Moses' reliance on God. Delve into the idea that a true relationship with the divine fosters personal growth and intimacy. The wilderness serves as a transformative space, pushing individuals to mature and heal. Discover vital metaphors like water and bread that symbolize sustenance and dependence on God, highlighting the modern struggles we face. Ultimately, the journey through the wilderness reveals how reliance on God leads to freedom and spiritual flourishing.

Sep 30, 2024 • 44min
Platforms to Pillars
Mark Sayers teaches from Revelation 3:12 on the renewal that comes when we transition from building platforms to becoming pillars of God’s Kingdom.