Westlight Podcast

Do we really want the Kingdom of Heaven? Or does it inconvenience us? [Matthew 5:6]

Jesus’ announcement for the meek is an invitation to trust in God even when it appears that you are not receiving your due share. [Matthew 5:5]

Why would Jesus say that people who are mourning (not those who have moved past the mourning stage) are blessed? God is attracted to those who need Him. [Matthew 5:4]

The Beatitudes serve as the introduction to the Sermon on the Mount. If you are a spiritual zero, God is on your siiiiide! [Matthew 5:1-3]

We are responding to your questions!

When God shifts his perspective on a matter, it’s always rooted in his unwavering nature of love. What does this imply for the church’s relationship with the LGBTQ+ community?

What did Jesus say about the Sexual and Gender Minorities? God's vision of His house is an all inclusive house of prayer!

Creating space for others demands the courage to be seen for who we truly are. God consistently affirms those who seek to be recognized for their authentic selves.

How should the church respond when our internal identity does not align with our external appearance?

Diversity in the church is a feature. This means that tension in the Body of Christ should be expected! Our work is to learn how to belong to one another, as the body of Christ, honoring our differences. Special sharing by Larry Kuromiya

What does the Bible say about homosexuality? This sermon is a deep look at the passages often cited to claim that homosexuality is a sin.

One of the primary reasons the Church struggles to love LGBTQ+ individuals is the fear of compromising their faith. How can we resolve this tension?

Our motivation for creating space for one another is not rooted in similarity or mutual benefit, but solely in the belief that all are made in the image of God.

Jesus was crucified as an effort to confine God's grace. Easter represents God's response by extending grace to all humanity!

What did Jesus mean, when he said, "The Kingdom of Heaven is near"? He is responding to an ancient prayer request that is now ready to be answered! [Matthew 4:12-25]

How was the devil tempting Jesus? What's going on behind the scenes? [Matthew 4:1-11]

If John's baptism was about repentance, then why did Jesus volunteer to participate in it? Isn't he sinless? [Matthew 3:13-17]

What kind of anxiety do you think pastors carry?

Whose presence brings calm to you? That may be God's presence comforting you through that person.

If we understand anxiety better, we may be able to manage it more effectively. Why does the Bible tell us to cast our fears on God?

Our anxieties are rooted in our need to control what is around us. Let us be reminded that God is with us and for us.

What is Anxiety? What do we often do when anxiety show up?

Embedded in Matthew's narrative are three prophecies that were "fulfilled." What is he trying to tell us? Our evil history keeps repeating, so what can we do about it? What does Jesus do about it? [Matthew 2:13-23]

What is the deal with the star? Why does Matthew take the time to list the gifts of the Magi? [Matthew 2:1-12]

What does Jesus receive two names in Matthew 1? What prophecy is this fulfilling? [Matthew 1:18-25]