The Pines Church Podcast

Even though it’s good, that doesn’t mean it is God. How we do we find out if we are where God wants us to be? By being in prayer. Tune in today as we unpack this topic!

Today 69% of adults in the US self-identify as Christians... but what does it mean to be Christian? If we dig deeper, we come to find out that 'disciple' is actually mentioned significantly more in the Bible. Tune in today.

Dealing with people can often be difficult. But God created and designed us for relationship with each other. How do we make friends? Today we explore what it means to be others minded, curious, kind, and intentional.

What is baptism? Baptism is ordained by Jesus. We are brought into union with Christ! It is an expression of faith, publicly declaring the inward decision of your relationship with Jesus. Tune in today!

Everyone wants to serve, until they're treated like a servant. What is a servant and what does Jesus say about serving? Servants are willing, they honor, are humble, work hard, and don't quit. Tune in today for the message!

We've all been offended before, how do we respond? What are we as Christians called to respond with? Today Pastor Matt shares a real and raw message with us.

Today we have the honor of listening to Pastor Jess! Tune in today as she dives into the dangers of pride and sharing what the root of it is. God is inviting us into freedom from pride, the veil has been torn!

Tune in today as we talk about one of the most important commands we have been given as believers. That is, sharing the Gospel to those around us. It's only Good News if people hear it.

The Word is a light! Today we explore what it means to cultivate a lifestyle of being in the living Word of God. Join us today as Pastor Matt preaches!

Living in obedience to what the Lord asks of us not only produces fruit but provokes the favor of God. Join us today as our friend Nathan Pimentel shares with us 3 ways we can provoke God's favor in our lives.

How can we die to ourself in today's world? What does it even mean to die to one's self? We explore that in this episode as well as what Jesus has to share on selflessness.

We were created by God for relationship. To be in relationship with Him and those around us. How do we enter into healthy and holy relationships? Today we unpack what the Bible has to say! Tune in today.

Today we dive into the significance of remembering and passing down the mighty acts of God throughout history. Drawing from Scripture and fathers of the faith, we explore how recalling promises can deepen our faith and illuminate our understanding of God’s eternal presence.

In today's sermon, we will explore the call to embody mercy and humility in our faith journey, as highlighted in Jude 1:17-22 and the parable of the Good Samaritan. We explore the power of God's mercy, as seen in Ephesians 2:4 and Matthew 9:13, and challenge ourselves to genuinely practice compassion, recognizing that true grace is found in humility and active love towards others.

Join us as we explore how the words of Paul in the book of Corinthians guide us through life's temptations and uncertainties, offering a way to endure with hope. Discover how casting our anxieties on God can lighten our burdens, revealing a path to peace.

Join us as we celebrate the impact of fathers in shaping lives and legacies. Explore how the essence of fatherhood, from prayerful guidance to steadfast protection and nurturing provision, anchors families in faith and values. Discover the wisdom of scriptures and thinkers like Billy Sunday and Billy Graham, reflecting on the pivotal role fathers play in their family's story.

In John 15, Jesus teaches us that pruning, though not punishment, is essential for bearing abundant fruit. By embracing this preparation, we can cultivate qualities such as love, joy, and self-control, as outlined in Galatians 5:22, to glorify God and fulfill our purpose. Join us as we delve into how pruning leads to greater production in our lives and communities.

Why did God create us? We find that answer in 1 John 4:19, so that He could love us! You are loved by your Heavenly Father. Our study today is pulled from the parable of the prodigal son, tune in today.

How often do we examine ourselves? We are studying the topic of blind spots today, with our main texts coming from 1 Timothy 4:16 and 2 Corinthians 13:5. Tune in today!

The Bible has a lot to say about mothers and the blessing that they are. They have the hardest job that there is, and yet they still love and care for us so well. There ain't no hood like motherhood!

It takes faith to multiply. Today we unpack the parable of the talents. God wants to do more through us than we could ever think or imagine. But are we willing to take the step of faith and understand that there is a cost? Tune in today.

The Bible has a lot to say about the sabbath. In fact, God spends the most time talking about this commandment than any other! Tune in today to be challenged and hear what the Bible says about rest.

After the Solar Eclipse last week, it has a lot of people talking about Jesus' return, and all that it symbolizes. Today Pastor Jess Gioia delivers a challenging and on time word to our church. There is so much wisdom shared, so get your notebook and Bible ready!

What does it mean to be united with Christ in His death and resurrection? Today we dive into Matthew to answer that. From Jesus' death and resurrection, we gain relationship with God, freedom, forgiveness, salvation, healing, power, authority, victory and so much more. Tune in today!

Jesus made a way for us to truly know Him. To know Jesus Christ means to come to him, by faith, as a sinner who desperately needs Him. To know Jesus Christ also means to walk with Him, by faith, as a child of God who never stops growing in your relationship. Tune in today as Pastor Matt unpacks the story of Jesus' resurrection.