Sonoma Collective Podcast

In part 4 of our series on a church culture that changes lives we dive into the heart of authentic discipleship – becoming a part of God's family. Explore the profound shift from individualism to community as we uncover the essence of following Jesus. Join us in understanding how embracing new tools and practices enables us to love one another deeply, creating a vibrant, reconciled, and peacef...

In part 3 of our series on a church culture that changes lives we embark on a profound exploration of authentic discipleship, delving into the crucial connection between following Jesus and cultivating self-awareness. Join us as we uncover the transformative journey of going under the surface, addressing the hidden issues within. Discover how true change and growth emerge when we confront our blin...

In part 2 of our series on a church culture that changes lives we explore the transformative journey from duplicity to integrity, guided by the Spirit of God, to safeguard the unity and witness of the church. We'll delve into the dangers of duplicity, where our inner and outer lives don't align, and how it can harm our relationships and witness. Discover the liberating power of embracing i...

If our goal as a church is to multiply deeply transformed disciples and leaders for the sake of the world, we must have a healthy culture that can sustain such activity. This series will explore the cultural marks of a church culture that changes people's lives. In part one of this series, we delve into the vital necessity of slowing down our pace to be with Jesus and break free from the world...

Secularism won't make you have an affair, or commit a grievous sin, it's way more subtle than that. Here's what it does. Secularism disciples you to learn to live without God. In this episode, we explore the urgent need to pursue God's presence as a means of resisting secular culture's relentless push to exclude God from all aspects of life. Discover how immersing ourselves in...

If you want to confirm something as true or correct, the best way is to provide proof or evidence that is is definitely true. Solving crimes, legal battles and more are built on this principle. What about faith? Jesus claimed that he is the Son of God and that following him will lead to life to the full or the blessed life. If that's true, than those that believe in Jesus and choose to follow...

Are things not what they should be or do they seem a bit off? Is there an area or areas in your life that you wish were better? That' because you're not where you should be. None of us are. We are all strangers in a foreign land. To follow Jesus means that we are living as exiles in this world. In this episode we will explore the Israelites who were captives in Babylon and yet remained fai...

God wants our obedience. This isn't because he's a maniacal, insecure megalomaniac, but rather, as a loving Father, he knows what's best for us and wants us to experienced a blessed life. Yet, even the most devoutly religious among us find it very difficult, if not impossible, to completely trust and obey God. So, why is it so hard to trust God at His Word? Numbers 14 tells the story o...

Is He risen? Or is He not? The resurrection of Jesus is the greatest claim from scripture, and the central tenet upon which the Christian faith is built. So, is it possible for a dead person to be raised back to life? And what does this have to do with us today anyway? If the resurrection didn't happen, then the diagnosis from scripture is bleak; our faith is worthless, and this whole Christia...

The third and final part of the "Who We Are: Beliefs" series. This teaching explores the oldest test of Christian orthodoxy, outside of the Bible, the Apostle's Creed. Broken into three sections, the creed confesses foundational beliefs about the three persons of the godhead Father, Son and Spirit. The Holy Spirit, often referred to as the third person of the Holy Trinity, is a compl...

Part two of the "Who We Are: Beliefs" series. This teaching explores the oldest test of Christian orthodoxy, outside of the Bible, the Apostle's Creed. Broken into three sections, the creed confesses foundational beliefs about the three persons of the godhead Father, Son and Spirit. The claim that Jesus is God's only Son not only separates Christianity from the other major religi...

Part one of the "Who We Are: Beliefs" series. This teaching explores the oldest test of Christian orthodoxy, outside of the Bible, the Apostle's Creed. Broken into three sections, the creed confesses foundational beliefs about the three persons of the godhead Father, Son and Spirit. To understand what is meant by "I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and eart...

Welcome to the Sonoma Collective Podcast! Sonoma Collective is a church that began in late 2022 in beautiful Sonoma, CA. We believe that the best and fullest life is both modeled and taught by Jesus, to which we are committed to practicing the way of Jesus, together, in Sonoma. This podcast will features teachings and sermons from our gatherings, things we're pondering and important conversati...