The Westside King's Church Podcast

Reed Schulze, our Missions and Young Adults Pastor, preaches about faith, God's provision, and the power of community and hospitality in times of uncertainty. He reflects on Abraham's story in Genesis 22 and how it relates to current seasons of challenge and reliance on God's grace.

David Harvey discusses God as revealed in Scripture, emphasizing God's care, the importance of eternal perspective, and trusting in God's knowledge of us, especially in times of fear and chaos. You can read the sermon notes here: https://open.substack.com/pub/homily/p/our-attention-is-not-right?r=yzbaa&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Cody Matchett considers Jesus's compassion as depicted in Matthew 9, showing how his gut-level response to the harassed and helpless can inspire us to embody similar compassion in our lives. He challenges us to move from anxiety-driven reactions to Christ-centred compassion, prayer, and service.

David Harvey preaches about the call of Matthew and the nature of God's mercy, goodness, and spiritual transfiguration. He emphasizes that God's work in us is collaborative, incarnational, and rooted in grace, inviting us to trust and follow Him into fullness of life.

David Harvey teaches about Pentecost and themes of the Spirit and forgiveness. He emphasizes that the Spirit is wild and good, and highlights the importance of diversity and full humanity in the Church.

summary Cody Matchett explores the significance of the Ascension of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes its cosmic and kingdom-reordering implications. He challenges Christians to expand their imagination of heaven, Christ's reign, and the church's mission, highlighting the ascension as a moment of enthronement and ongoing divine activity.

As the Easter Bible readings turn their attention towards Pentecost, Cody Matchett explores what we think about the Holy Spirit. He considers some common distortions and draws us to see the Spirit as a divine person and ongoing presence in the Christian life.

David Harvey explores how Jesus' words in John 14:1-14 invite us to trust in Him as the way, the truth, and the life, especially amidst chaos and anxiety. He emphasizes trusting the Holy Spirit to form us, letting go of control, and finding peace in God's presence.

Christin Woods explores the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd and the Gate, emphasizing the importance of listening to His voice, entering through Him for salvation, and embracing abundant life. She challenges us to trust in Jesus' unique role and invites us to respond to His call with faith and surrender.

David Harvey explores how Jesus' walk to Emmaus teaches us to navigate the chaos of the world by focusing on scripture, community, and the presence of Christ in everyday life.

Cody Matchett explores the story of Thomas and the significance of doubt, faith, and encountering the risen Christ in our lives and in our uncertainties.

David Harvey explores the story of Lazarus's resurrection from John 11 and themes of faith, forgiveness, and the beauty of Jesus' glory. He challenges listeners to trust Jesus with their 'stink' and invites them into a deeper understanding of divine forgiveness and beauty beyond death. Read the Sermon: https://open.substack.com/pub/homily/p/if-only-regret-as-resistance?utm_campaign...

Cody Matchett continues our Lent journey by exploring John 9's story of the healing of the Blind Man. Cody considers why trust involves listening to Jesus rather than seeing him, and how this is a journey we must all take to become shaped like Jesus.

Cody Matchett explores the meeting between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. The themes of truth, forgiveness, and living water invite us to trust Jesus with our brokenness and to embrace the freedom found in confession and reconciliation.

For the second Sunday of Lent, David Harvey explores the themes of trust, faith, and God's love we see in the stories of Abraham and Nicodemus. Trusting that Jesus is telling the truth draws us into the safety of being ourselves with him. To read the sermon click here: https://open.substack.com/pub/homily/p/transcendent-trust

As we begin Lent, the season of making room for God, David Harvey considers the story of Jesus's Temptation in the Wilderness. He explores trust in God, the nature of evil, and how Lent comes to us as a gift. He challenges us to quiet the noise of modern life to hear God's voice and to focus on love, obedience, and humility. Get study notes for the sermon: Click Here

David Harvey explores the Transfiguration of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of listening to Jesus in the dark and difficult moments of our lives. He highlights how the experience of the disciples on the mountain serves as a metaphor for the journey of faith, encouraging us to embrace the paradoxes of faith, learn "holy listening", and to seek to "hear" Jesus in everyday life...

Isaiah 58:1-12 - Psalm 112:1-9 - 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 - Matthew 5:13-20 David explores the themes of discipleship, community, and the call to be the light of the world as expressed in the gospel. The importance of understanding our identity as followers of Christ, the collective nature of faith, and the transformative power of true religion.

Micah 6:1-8 Psalm 15 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Matthew 5:1-12 Join Cody Matchett as he delves into the Beatitudes, revealing how Jesus’ teachings offer a radical vision of flourishing that challenges our cultural norms. Instead of chasing superficial blessings like success and status, Cody invites us to explore a deeper, collective path rooted in humility, mercy, and justice. Discover how the Beatitud...

Jesus doesn't make us spiritual but holy | Third Sunday after the Epiphany, Year A Isaiah 9:1-4 ;  Psalm 27:1, 4-9 ;  1 Corinthians 1:10-18 ;  Matthew 4:12-23 Join Pastor David Harvey as he delves into the transformative call of Jesus to follow Him, not just as a moral guide but as a path to true holiness. This episode explores the profound difference Jesus makes in our lives, inviting us to b...

Isaiah 49:1-7 Psalm 40:1-11 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 John 1:29-42 In this sermon delivered by David Harvey at Westside Kings Church, the focus is on the transformative power of beholding Jesus. Harvey explores the idea that true worship is not about what Jesus has done for us, but about recognizing and adoring Him simply for who He is. He draws parallels between contemporary life, filled with constant...

Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17 In this episode, David reflects on the baptism of Jesus as the moment where the whole story of Scripture converges at the Jordan River—a place of descent, death, and God’s rescue. Jesus enters the waters not because he needs cleansing, but to take our brokenness into himself and make the waters holy for us. Through this moment, David reminds...

Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 Ephesians 3:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12 In this sermon, David Harvey reflects on the significance of Epiphany, emphasizing the journey of the Magi as a metaphor for our spiritual journey. He discusses how the Magi's quest to find Jesus symbolizes our own search for God, who is actively seeking to be found by us. Harvey encourages the congregation to embrace moments of...

Isaiah 62:6-12, Psalm 97, Titus 3:4-7 Luke 2:1-7,8-20 In this sermon, Reed delves into the heart of the Christmas story, exploring the profound mystery of the Incarnation—God becoming human. He reflects on the role of the shepherds, the significance of the Nativity, and the timeless message of hope and redemption. Reed encourages the congregation to embrace the enchantment of the season, seeing th...

Isaiah 7:10-16 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 Romans 1:1-7 Matthew 1:18-25 https://open.substack.com/pub/homily/p/he-has-two-names?r=38w84z&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web