The Echo Church Podcast

In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Jason Polk delves into the theme of "Old Stories, New Promises," exploring how the timeless stories of Christmas hold relevance and promise for us today. Through the lens of Hebrews 6:13-19, Pastor Polk emphasizes the enduring hope found in God's promises, encouraging listeners to anchor their faith in the certainty of God's word. As we journey through the Advent s...

In this sermon, we delve into the transformative encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Discover the profound message of receiving God's grace before giving, as we challenge cultural norms and explore how true worship emerges from God's pursuit of us. This message encourages believers to adopt a posture of receiving, emphasizing that faith without works is dead, and our respo...

Guest Pastor Isaac Morin from Anaheim joins us at Echo Church to deliver a powerful message from John 3:22-36 on what it means to "decrease so Christ may increase." Through the story of John the Baptist and his disciples, Pastor Isaac challenges us to embrace personal decrease, not as failure, but as the fulfillment of God's calling. He shows how true joy, spiritual growth, and eternal impact are...

In this message from The Gospel According to John series, Pastor Jason Polk invites us to refocus our hearts and minds on God's presence in every moment. Drawing from John 3:1–21, he reminds us that life finds its true color and meaning "because of You"—the One who brings new hope, new birth, and faithfulness into every sunrise.

In this episode Pastor Jason Polk dives into John 2:13–22, where Jesus flips tables, whips up a little chaos, and calls out the difference between half-hearted religion and real worship. Expect laughs, insights, and a powerful reminder: authentic worship isn't about the building, the rituals, or your perfect Instagram smile it's about what's in your heart.  

As Echo Church celebrates its 5-year anniversary, we reflect on the journey of faith, community, and courage that has brought us here. In this sermon, we dive into the story of Maverick, a friend who took the hit so another could walk free, and draw powerful parallels to Jesus' ultimate act of sacrificial love. From His first miracle at Cana to the cross, Jesus shows us what it truly means to stan...

This week at Echo Church, we dive into The Gospel According to John — where Jesus calls His very first disciples with just three simple words: "Come and see." In this message, we unpack what it means to truly follow Jesus, not just know about Him. From Peter needing to witness a miracle before dropping his nets, to Nathanael's sarcastic "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" , we see how Jesus...

In this podcast, Pastor Jason Polk of Echo Church discusses the importance of volunteer work within the church community, emphasizing the dedication and impact of individuals like Genevieve and Brittany. He introduces a new sermon series on the Gospel of John, highlighting its unique structure compared to other gospels and its focus on Jesus as the Son of God and the Lamb of God. Pastor Polk share...

This week at Echo Church , Pastor Jason Polk launched a new series through the Gospel of John. He shared how John's gospel is unique—it's not a timeline of events, but an intimate portrait from Jesus' closest friend. In John 1:1–18, we meet Jesus as the Word, the Light, and the Life . Jason explained: The Word – God's final revelation of His heart. The Light – shining in darkness, guiding us forwa...

In this message, Ray Machen-Gray unpacks John's vision of the risen Christ in Revelation 1:12–18 . What begins in fear is transformed into awe as Jesus declares, "Fear not, I am the First and the Last." With warmth, humor, and relatable stories, Ray reminds us that even in the middle of our struggles, Christ's presence brings comfort, courage, and joy.

Join Pastor Jason Poik as he delves into 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, exploring the powerful theme of how God chooses and uses "nobodies" for His glory. In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Jason shares personal stories and biblical examples, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique journey and trust in God's plan. Discover how faith can transform underdogs into heroes and learn to see your own potenti...

Pastor Jason Polk shares hilarious dad moments, bold stories of kids evangelizing with invite cards, and a powerful reminder that living like Jesus isn't just about actions it's about words too. In this episode discover how to move past embarrassment, talk about your faith with confidence, and put some real "feet to the gospel.

Mik unpacks Luke 8's dramatic moment of freedom where a man's chains are broken, and a herd of pigs makes history. With raw stories and real talk, he challenges what culture calls "normal" and points us to the freedom only Jesus brings.

In this powerful sermon, Pastor Jason Polk of Echo Church unpacks one of the most iconic passages in Scripture John 3 and the story of Nicodemus. Through humor, relatable stories, and deep biblical insight, Pastor Jason challenges us to stop measuring our faith by what we  do and start with who Jesus is . Discover how true transformation begins in the mind, moves to the heart, and flows into our a...

This sermon challenges us to move beyond comfort and passivity in our faith by sharing the life changing message of Jesus with others. Using a striking story of a man who drifted away in a lawn chair attached to weather balloons, Pastor Jason illustrates how easy it is to stay seated while the world passes by. Just as Peter and John told the healed man at the temple gate, "What now?" we too are ca...

In John 9, Jesus heals a man born blind—and Pastor Rick shows how that same encounter plays out in our own lives. Through personal stories of loss, obedience, and family, he reminds us that Jesus sees us, changes us, and gives us a story worth sharing with courage!

Who Are You, Really? — With Mikhail Alfon | Echo Church In this powerful and deeply personal message, Mikhail Alfon returns to the Echo Church stage to unpack the question: "Who am I?" Sharing from his own season of radical change—selling his business, becoming a father of two, and stepping into a new career—Mikhail explores how transformation often shakes our identity to the core. Through the len...

In this sermon, Pastor Jason Polk continues the Encounters series by looking at Luke 10:38–42, the story of Mary and Martha. In the midst of our culture's constant busyness and distraction, even good things can pull us away from the "one necessary thing." Using the story of Mary and Martha, Pastor Jason contrasts the diligent, distracted mindset of our culture vs. the attentive, disciple mindset o...

In this message, Ray Machen-Gray invites the Echo Church family to pause, be fully present, and remember the staggering truth that the God who created the universe loves each of us personally and desires relationship with us. Drawing from 1 John 4 and the story of Peter walking on water in Matthew 14 , Ray explores what it means to live in that love and to obey Jesus, even when His instructions se...

In this powerful message, Pastor Jason Polk takes us to Luke 5 and the life-changing moment when Simon Peter encounters Jesus by the Sea of Galilee. As Peter washes his nets after an unfruitful night of fishing, Jesus steps into his boat and into his life—issuing a call that will alter Peter's future forever. Pastor Jason unpacks the simple yet transformative response: "If you say so." He challeng...

In this heartfelt sermon, Pastor Ken Polk, father of Pastor Jason Polk, shares a moving message at Echo Church centered on the healing of the woman with the issue of blood from Mark 5. Ken reflects on the themes of faith, persistence, and the courage to reach out to Jesus even in the midst of a crowd. Drawing on personal anecdotes, biblical teaching, and reflections on the nature of crowds and fai...

In this message, Pastor Jason continues the Encounters series by teaching on Jesus' conversation with the Rich Young Ruler in Matthew 19. Through this story, we're reminded that it's possible to do all the "right" things, ask all the "right" questions, and still miss what truly matters if we're unwilling to fully surrender to Jesus. Pastor Jason challenges us to examine our own hearts: What are we...

In this message, Pastor Jason continues the Encounters series by teaching from Mark 2 about the paralyzed man whose friends lowered him through a roof to reach Jesus. Pastor Jason challenges us to consider: What if the thing you think you need most isn't actually your greatest need? Jesus surprises the crowd by forgiving the man's sins before healing his body — reminding us that restoration of our...

In this message, Pastor Jason kicks off our new series, Encounters , by looking at the radical transformation of Saul in Acts 9. He reminds us that Jesus is still in the business of interrupting lives, changing hearts, and sending people out with purpose. Through the story of Saul's encounter with Jesus, we're challenged to reflect on our own moments of transformation and consider how God might wa...

In this episode, Pastor Jason of Echo Church unpacks what it means to be a true disciple of Christ. Drawing on Luke 14, he highlights five essentials: loving Jesus above all else, willingly bearing your cross, counting the cost of commitment, fully surrendering control, and remaining "salt" that preserves and flavors the world with the gospel.  Through illustrations—like building a tower or a king...