Westside Gathering - Audio

John proclaims that “the true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world” (John 1:9, NRSV).  Through John’s testimony – read against the broader witness of scripture – we learn something about what God is doing in the world, who God reveals himself to be, and what it means to be his children. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/po...

John 1:1-4 Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201206_DaveM.pdf

We should all read the Bible for ourselves... but how? Building on the foundation of the whole series we end the Practice of Scripture with “The Bible Diet” (a Canadian-like food group guide to bible reading). Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201129_DaveM.pdf

Were the scriptures meant to be read alone or in community? Today we look at how the Church and Christians over the centuries have never read the Bible as an island but part of a the large beautiful work of the gospel since inception. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201122_DaveM.pdf

Why are some texts interpreted literally and some generally? At some point when one reads scripture the movement from discovery to discernment must take place. David looks at various levels of context so we can discern different parts of the Bible well. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201115_DaveM.pdf

Was scripture always scripture? When did these words get said or written? To help us to allow scripture to impact us with the its message we take a deep dive in understanding where it came from. (Acts 6:1-7) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201108_DaveM.pdf

We often hear it said that the Bible has divine power or authority. Whose authority? How do you respond to that? We explore a core idea of what the Scripture is and isn’t so we can read it and make room for it to do its work in us (2 Tim. 3:10-17). Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201101_DaveM.pdf

Regardless if you’ve read the Bible a lot or just starting to, many people can get stuck wondering if they’re doing it right or missing something along the way. Some of us just want to get the most out of it because we want to grow in following Jesus. Today we kick off a new series helping to see the Bible for what it is and reading it in a way that forms us in the way of Jesus. This intro message...

Have you ever experienced the emotion of shame? Do you struggle to share the gospel with people in your life? Derek shares what it looks like to be actively unashamed of the gospel. (Romans 1:8-17). Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201018_DerekK.pdf

Christians can mistakenly take a cue from culture that as long as we find a good source of strength, we’ll be strong enough to go it alone. Even Jesus envisioned us leaning on him in community. (Eph. 4:1-16) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20201004_DaveM.pdf

… we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200927_DaveM.pdf

So many look for strength strictly in themselves while there’s a human longing for meaning beyond ourselves. We explore the calling of the gospel to follow Jesus as our core source of strength. (Eph. 4:1-6) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200920_DaveM.pdf

It's too easy to find our strength in the overly pragmatic cultural ideas floating around. This recent season has proven many of those sources lacking. We kick off this new series by exploring some cracks that are revealed when crisis hits. In the process we discover the strength found only in something much greater than ourselves. (Eph. 4:1-17) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gathe...

We wrap up our series in Psalm 23 with some practical ways to live in God’s sufficiency. Be ready for some next steps. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200823_DaveM.pdf

What happens when God’s goodness and love follow your life? Psalm 23:6 gives us a clue. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200816_DaveM.pdf

Ever get anointed with oil? Probably not! This strange and ancient metaphor about oil points us to an incredible way God gives us purpose and then helps us move through life, even in the middle of obstacles and distractions. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200809_DaveM.pdf

He sets a table… (guest speaker Daria Nardozza) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200802_DariaN.pdf

Do not fear evil or be surprised by it; walk with God through it. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200726_JonW.pdf

Finding everything you need in your Shepherd Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200719_DaveM.pdf

I’m not in charge... I need to trust someone else! Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200712_DaveM.pdf

What if you could change the script of fear and worry that often governs our lives? Today is an invitation to immerse ourself in Psalm 23, an ancient Psalm with lots of modern application. This kicks off an 8 week journey in Psalm 23 and its implications for following Jesus and for anyone else open to its wisdom. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering...

Isaiah’s call to do right and seek justice propel us to seek tangible steps towards living justly. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200628_DaveM.pdf

What is a life worth? Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200621_DaveM.pdf

Interview with Deanna Smith Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200614_DeannaS.pdf

Paul encouraged Timothy to welcome the Holy Spirit to nurture a self-discipline and sound mind to equip him for his next season, filled with obstacles and discouragement. How might God grow you during a season of disruption? (2 Tim. 1:1-14, Romans 12:1, Acts 2:42) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20200607_DaveM.pdf