Adventure Church Podcast

Today Pastor Ira teaches there are three small words that will change our world if we take them for how they are intended. Jesus said them two-thousand years ago and they are still transforming lives today. They are so simple that oftentimes the true intent is missed.  “Come Follow Me”  can either be a casual call or a life changing command. Key Scriptures: Mark 1:1-20, 1 Cor 1:26-29, Luk 9:57-62

Wrapping up our mini-series on “Encounter, Encourage, Engage”, Pastor Jodi teaches on Engaging Others. The idea of sharing one’s faith can be somewhat intimidating. However,  Jesus promised to give us a GIFT that provides us with the power we need to be bold, sensitive to the Holy Spirit, and effective in bringing the Gospel to those within our circle of influence, those in our region, and even th...

Continuing our mini-series on “Encounter, Encourage, Engage”, Pastor Jodi teaches how to “Encourage Transformation”. In a culture of negativity and judgment, there is a way to grow and change and be faith-filled, and that is through encouragement! We are urged to both be encouraged and to encourage others in order to see true transformation and blessing. Key Scriptures: Josh 1:8-9, 1 Sam 30:3-4,6,...

2025-01-05: Encounter, Encourage, Engage: Encountering Jesus Today we start a mini-series on “Encounter, Encourage, Engage”, with Pastor Jodi teaching on Encountering Jesus. New Years resolutions are often discarded within the first few weeks of the new year. However, encountering Jesus can bring lasting change that is positive, transformative, and tangible. Saul of Tarsus is an example of a perso...

Today as we wrap up our Christmas series “ Journey to The King ”, Pastor Ira teaches on the Wise Men. Following Jesus from the point of view of the world is often looked upon as a fools errand. Yet throughout history, many wise and powerful people humbled themselves at the feet of the Messiah and worshipped offering their treasures for the opportunity to gain the true treasure. The Magi of the Chr...

Continuing with our Christmas series “ Journey to The King ”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on “LOVE.” Over 100 million songs have been written about love in its various forms. Humans are on a constant quest to discover not only what love means, but also how to obtain it. In our life’s journey, there is truly only one source of real, legitimate, and true love, and that is found in the baby born in the...

Continuing with our Christmas series “ Journey to The King ”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on the shepherds. When Jesus was born, the shepherds were the first to learn of the birth of the long-awaited Savior of the world. The shepherds were lowly, despised, and seemingly insignificant in their culture, yet the Lord chose them to bring the most amazing message of all time! No matter who we are, and wh...

Continuing with our Christmas series “ Journey to The King ”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on Mary & Joseph’s Trip of a Lifetime. Life’s circumstances can certainly be confusing at times—especially if our desire is to follow Jesus and live according to His teachings. Mary and Joseph were people of great faith, and yet, they experienced some extremely difficult situations on their journey to the b...

Today we start a new series “ Journey to The King ”, with Pastor Jodi teaching on God’s perfect timing. For many years Israel waited for the promised Messiah—and for many years, it seemed that God was silent and had forgotten them. His timing is perfect and waiting on Him is never easy, but it is possible to wait knowing that His timing is always perfect. Key Scriptures: Gen 49:10, 2 Sam 7:16, Isa...

Today we wrap up our series “Counter Culture”, with Pastor Jodi teaching on being Grateful, Peaceful & Secure. Anxiety is the most significant health concern of Americans. People are plagued with stress and yet, Jesus offers us an indescribable peace despite the pressures of life. Worry does not have to be a given for those who put their trust in the Lord. Key Scriptures: Phil 4:4-8, Matt 6:25...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi talks about being crucified for LIFE. Humans were created to worship. Everyone worships something. The choice we have as believers is to either worship Jesus or something else. The abundant life comes through laying down our lives for the sake of the Kingdom of Heaven. Key Scriptures: Gal 2:20, Psa 150:2, 107:22, 145:4, 98:4, 95:6...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi shares part 2 of Sex and the Bible. Sex is a topic on the minds of many people. Sex was created by God and is a beautiful gift within the context of marriage. This week we will explore the deeper implications of sex and how it impacts our lives spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Key Scriptures: 1 Thess 4:3-8, 1 Cor 6:18-20,...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today is part 1 of a 2 part message and Pastor Jodi talks about how our culture is obsessed with sex. It is a topic of podcasts, TV shows, movies, etc. The church has been accused of not having a healthy view of sex, and of being too restrictive about this subject. But what does the Bible have to say? Hear what God says about sex. You’ll probably b...

Continuing with our series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Ira talks about harvesting. Frequently Israel was enticed by the things of this culture to abandon their faithfulness to the Lord and see if there is anything better. This always led to something much worse as God allowed them to suffer under their bad choices until they repented and returned. Today, we will look at this destructive patter...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Kuulei finishes her 2 part message on suicide. Although this is a most difficult subject, as Christians we should be willing to tackle it in truth and love, pointing to Jesus as our ultimate HOPE. Key Scriptures: Psa 34:18, 56:8, 22:24, John 3:16, 1:12, 10:10,28-29, Eph 2:8-9, 1:4, 2:10, Rom 8:38-39

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Kuulei talks about suicide in a 2-part message. Although this is a most difficult subject, as Christians we should be willing to tackle it in truth and love, pointing to Jesus as our ultimate HOPE. Key Scriptures: Psa 34:18, 56:8, 22:24, John 3:16, 1:12, 10:10,28-29, Eph 2:8-9, 1:4, 2:10, Rom 8:38-39

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi talks about Community, Unity, and Diversity. In a divided culture, it is difficult for us to experience true unity, but Jesus instructed us to love as He loves us, despite any differences we may have. Key Scriptures John 13:35, 1 Cor 12:12-31, 11:23-26, Heb 10:23-25, Mat 5:23-24

ontinuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi talks about speaking for the voiceless. God often gets a bad reputation for being very angry and destructive in the Old Testament. But the example of what He is truly like is found in Jesus Christ, who is always motivated by love and compassion. We are called to be like him as his disciples, and therefore, we are called to be those...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi talks about Trending Idolatry. When we think of bowing down to idols, we typically imagine some other culture or era worshipping statues of animals, demons, or false gods. But are there idols that we “bow down” to in our lives? Are there things we “set up” and worship, either knowingly or unknowingly? Our culture is filled with mo...

Continuing with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi talks about Politics & Christians. Does God Care About Politics? Does The Bible Address Political Issues? Should Christians Even Participate in Politics? These Are All Pertinent Questions for Disciples of Jesus to Ask During the Current Climate. There Are Biblical Principles Relating to How We Are to Think, Act, And Engage Our...

Continuing today with our new series “Counter Culture”, today Pastor Jodi dives into Psalm 101. We are constantly bombarded with media, social media, and entertainment. What we ingest has an impact on our physical health, and in the same way, what we take into our hearts, minds, and souls has an impact on our emotional and spiritual health. This dive into Psalm 101 gives an alternative to filling...

Continuing today with our new series “Counter Culture”, Pastor Jodi teaches on “Grey Matters”. In the culture, including the culture of disciples of Jesus, there are some issues which are black and white. However, there are also some topics that are open to an individual’s own interpretation. Romans 14 discusses “disputable matters” and those areas that are not clear-cut and how we are to respond...

Continuing today with our new series “Counter Culture”, Pastor Jodi teaches on Truth. What is it? Is truth objective or subjective, and why does it matter? This discussion involves the differences between absolute truth and moral relativism and how what we believe about truth impacts our thoughts, motivations, and actions. Key Scriptures: Pro 14:34, Joh 8:31-32,37-38, 14:6, Matt 5:13-16, Gen 3:1-5...

Today we start a new series “Counter Culture”. In this series, we will be covering many of the subjects currently being discussed in our nation, and throughout the world. With a careful examination of the Bible, what is our role in society? Are we just supposed to be silent? Or are we called to speak out? 1 Peter 2 gives us a clear definition of how we are to live among those who do not believe in...

Wrapping up our series “Mark My Words”, today we are visited by Pastor Kelly VanArsdol who teaches from Mark Ch. 16 on The Great Commission. The command to make disciples is more than just a command to obey, it’s a call for a revolution. A call that yearns for humanity to change and transform into the image of Jesus Christ. Key Scriptures: Mat 28:16-20, Mar 1:21-22, Eph 5:1-2