Sunrise Church Podcast

If you could rewrite your family story, what would you change? In Week 2 of Citizens of Heaven, Executive Pastor Moises Bejarano takes us through the surprising genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1—filled with brokenness, scandal, outsiders, and redemption. From Tamar’s shame to Rahab’s redemption, Ruth’s faith, and David’s failure, we see that Jesus didn’t comefrom a perfect family—He came FOR imperfe...

Who belongs in God’s Kingdom? In the kickoff of our brand-new series Citizens of Heaven, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks the story of Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10—a mind-blowing moment when God revealed that His plan wasn’t just for one nation, but for all nations. This isn’t just Peter’s story—it’s ours too. Who is your Cornelius? Who might God be preparing in your life to hear about Jesus? Wh...

Asking for a Friend Who—or what—is the Holy Spirit? For many, the Father and the Son feel understandable, but the Spirit remains mysterious. Is He just a force? A ghostly presence? Or something more? In the finale of our Asking for a Friend series, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia explores one of the most misunderstood topics in Christianity: the Holy Spirit. From creation to Pentecost to His ongoing work...

Asking for a Friend In Part 3 of Asking for a Friend, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia dives into one of the most mysterious—and often misunderstood—topics in the Bible: the spiritual world. From angels and demons to spiritual warfare and unseen battles, Scripture pulls back the curtain to reveal a reality that is both sobering and hope-filled. Whether you’ve had questions about guardian angels, demonic o...

Asking for a Friend Are miracles real—or just rare coincidences we exaggerate?  In Part 2 of Asking for a Friend, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia tackles one of the most fascinating questions people ask about faith: What do I believe about miracles? From Jesus raising the dead to modern-day claims of healing, this message explores what separates the improbable from the truly impossible—and why it matters...

Asking for a Friend Is sin really that big of a deal? What even is sin? And how does it affect my life today? In Part 1 of our new series Asking for a Friend, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia tackles one of the most pressing questions Christians (and skeptics) wrestle with: What do I believe about sin? From the Garden of Eden to the cross of Jesus, this message unpacks where sin came from, how it impacts...

Last Words How do you keep your faith strong when life feels confusing, distracting, or overwhelming? In the closing message of our Last Words series, Pastor David Gaunt unpacks the final MARCS of a disciple: Scriptural. Disciples of Jesus aren’t just hearers of the Word—they are shaped by it, transformed by it, and anchored in it. This message is a call to stay in the Word—to read it, meditate on...

Last Words In Part 4 of our Last Words series, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks the fourth MARC of a disciple: Communal—the call to grow together with Christ at the center. True biblical community isn’t just friendships or shared hobbies; it’s relationships that stretch us, sharpen us, and prepare us for eternity. Biblical community is more than Sunday attendance—it’s about living life together, r...

Above All - You were never meant to be a spiritual dead end. In Part 3 of our Last Words series, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks the third MARC of a disciple: Reproducible—the call to invest in others the same way Jesus invested in His disciples. This is more than just knowing about Jesus; it’s about showing Him, growing others in Him, and empowering them to go live for Him. If you’ve received fr...

Above All  Who’s helping you follow Jesus? In Part 2 of our Last Words series, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks the second MARC of a disciple: Accountable—because staying on mission is impossible if you’re trying to do it alone. Through Jesus’ example with His disciples, we see that biblical accountability isn’t about guilt trips or control—it’s about helping each other stay focused on what matter...

Above All What if the most important words Jesus ever said… weren’t just meant to be remembered—but lived? In this bold kickoff to our new series Last Words, Pastor John Hill unpacks Jesus’ final instructions before returning to the Father—challenging every believer to stop watching the skies and start walking into the mission. This message reveals the first of five essential MARCS of a faithful d...

Above All Colossians 4 | Pastor Steve Garcia | Above All  What does it really mean to follow Jesus at home? In this powerful conclusion to the Above All series, Pastor Steve Garcia gets personal—showing how the message of Colossians moves beyond church walls and into our closest relationships. Whether you’re married, raising kids, living alone, or leading a team, this message breaks down how Chris...

Above All | Colossians 3 | Pastor Steve Garcia What really changes when you start following Jesus? In this powerful and practical message, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia takes us deep into Colossians 3 to explore how new life in Christ calls for a new way of living. If Jesus is truly above all, then our hearts, minds, and behaviors should reflect His rule over our lives. This message isn’t just a remind...

Above All Is your faith built on truth—or just tradition, superstition, or emotion? In Part 2 of Above All, Pastor Steve Garcia takes us straight into Colossians 2 to unmask the subtle deceptions that can quietly derail our faith. With wisdom and clarity, this message reveals how culture, religion, and even our feelings can sell us a version of faith that’s close… but counterfeit.   📖 You’ll lear...

Above All  Is Jesus just a good teacher—or is He the foundation of everything? In this bold kickoff to our new series Above All, Pastor Steve Garcia walks us through Colossians 1 to reveal the real Jesus—Creator, Sustainer, Redeemer, and King. This isn’t the Jesus culture casually respects or religion conveniently redefines. This is the Jesus who is before all, over all, and worthy of being first...

Reel Faith    Is evil just a concept—or a spiritual reality we need to be ready for? In this sobering and eye-opening message, Pastor Erik Wade dives into the film Nefarious to expose the very real, often ignored nature of spiritual warfare.  What begins as a psychiatric evaluation unfolds into a face-to-face confrontation with demonic influence—raising the question: are we prepared for this battl...

Reel Faith  What does it look like to truly love your enemies—not just in theory, but in practice? In this powerful message, Pastor David Gaunt uses the film Remember the Titans to help us confront one of Jesus’ most difficult commands: 👉 “Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you.” — Luke 6:27 As racial tensions erupt on and off the field in 1971 Virginia, this true story becomes a compel...

Reel Faith  What if the people the world ignores are the very ones God is preparing to make history? In this powerful message, Pastor John Hill uses the inspiring story of Hidden Figures to spotlight the way Jesus sees and lifts those our culture overlooks. From overlooked mathematicians at NASA to a dismissed woman in Luke 7, the message is clear: Jesus sees the unseen—and calls them by name. 📖...

Reel Faith: Limitless What if you could unlock your full potential with just one pill? That’s the offer at the heart of the movie Limitless—but it’s also a modern-day echo of a much older temptation. In this powerful message, Pastor Carlo Mendoza takes us through the story of Eddie Morra, a man who gains everything and almost loses himself.  Using Limitless as a cultural mirror, Carlo helps us exa...

Reel Faith  What happens when life takes a turn you never expected? In this powerful message, Pastor Steve Garcia opens our Reel Faith summer series with the critically acclaimed film Sound of Metal—a raw story about identity, loss, and the painful beauty of surrender. As Ruben, a heavy-metal drummer, loses his hearing, he’s forced to confront the truth that sometimes the life we planned isn’t the...

The Whole Story  📕 Is the Bible Outdated, Offensive… or Misunderstood? One viral TV moment tried to dismantle Scripture in under 60 seconds. But what if the real issue isn’t the Bible — it’s how we read it? 🔥 In this eye-opening finale of “The Whole Story,” Pastor David Gaunt unpacks how to correctly read, handle, and understand the Bible so you’re not confused, misled, or spiritually stuck. Fro...

The Whole Story  In this powerful sermon by Lead Pastor Steve Garcia, discover the jaw-dropping story of how the Bible was lost, distorted, and nearly erased… and how one tortured monk lit a fire that would change the world forever. What Martin Luther uncovered shook the foundations of the most powerful religious system on earth. What if the same undercurrent is still pulling us away from truth to...

Is the Bible just a collection of exaggerated stories—or is it something far more trustworthy and powerful? In Part 3 of The Whole Story, Pastor Steve explores some of the “messy” and often embarrassing parts of Scripture and shows why these actually point to its truth, not its flaws. From Peter’s denial to conflicting numbers and “contradictions,” this message reveals powerful lessons for our liv...

The Whole Story  Is the Bible really God's Word—or just an ancient book written by flawed men? This message could change the way you see everything. Have you ever treated the Bible like a forgotten treasure on your shelf? Like an old violin, a dusty bowl, or a hidden document—what if the most powerful truth in your life has been right in front of you the whole time? In this powerful second message...

The Whole Story  What if everything you thought you knew about the Bible... was wrong? In this mind-blowing message, Pastor Steve Garcia takes you deep into an ancient discovery that changed an entire nation. Could it do the same for you? 💥 Discover: Why the Bible is NOT just another religious book. How ancient truths were nearly lost – and how they were found again. What Satan’s #1 strategy is t...