Westside Gathering - Audio

What if you started planning your summer with a sense of vocation instead of vacation? We kick off with a focus on 'loving your neighbour' and our 100 Days of Summer challenge. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160605_DaveM.pdf

Making a name for yourself can be draining. Discover the freedom of life in Jesus' name. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160522_DaveM.pdf

Pentecost (pouring out of the Holy Spirit) broke down some cultural barriers that expanded the heart and impact of the church to bring healing where the world needed it. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160515_DaveM.pdf

Jesus' most expanded prayer in the gospels highlights one of the key ways he prays for the world.... surprisingly it has to do with how much he prays for the church. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160508_DaveM.pdf

Many people try to make a comeback alone, but the scriptures teach us that we don't have to. In fact, Jesus leads us to creating the kind of community that helps us and others make a comeback. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160424_DaveM.pdf

David Manafo shares 6 ways Westside can reach beyond ourselves in the next 5 years. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160417_DaveM.pdf

Marlene's comeback story after the loss of her teenage son, and a short message on the importance of immersion in the life of faith. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160410_DaveM.pdf

Comebacks of any kind require more than an event or inspiration. Take a look at Peter's life just after Jesus' resurrection for the steps that helped him make a comeback to a life of purpose. (John 21) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160403_DaveM.pdf

The comeback story of Easter leaves Rocky Balboa in its dust! Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160327_DaveM.pdf

Good Friday 2016 Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160325_DaveM.pdf

Hebrews ends with necessary and relevant help for anyone on the journey following Jesus. Listen, reflect, apply, live. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160320_DaveM.pdf

Discover the kind of faith that gives you perspective, purpose, and perseverance. Hebrews 11. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160313_DaveM.pdf

From the Shrinkers’ Club to the Super Platinum Elite Club, Nathan Whatley explores the truths and misconceptions of membership and access in the Kingdom of God through Hebrews 10. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160306_NathanW.pdf

This message was originally a video for our Winter Church@Home groups on February 21. It’s part of our Better series highlighting Hebrews chapter 9. Full video at https://youtu.be/mehnTuqXeRY Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160221_DaveM.pdf

Imagine if much of what you base your life on is actually obsolete, a mere copy of God’s full vision. The climactic shift in the book of Hebrews (chap. 7-8) shows us what God was already doing in Jesus to connect us to him and discover his vision for life. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160214_DaveM.pdf

At one point in any journey, including your spiritual journey, you have to look at what stops you from getting past the basics of faith towards the kind of life and maturity God has in mind for you (Hebrews 5:11-6:12) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160207_DaveM.pdf

People search for religious or secular priests all the time. We explore why Jesus is in the unique position to connect you and God in your time of personal or eternal need. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160131_DaveM.pdf

Money will try to boss you around until you tell it where to go. Through the teaching of Jesus we explore the relationship, reliance and responsibility with money. (Matt. 6:24-34) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160124_DaveM.pdf

Since relationships are such a vital part of life, why not become a better 'friend' to your friends, neighbors, spouse, and family? Today we explore Resolutionary relationships! Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160117_DaveM.pdf

Too often we commit to practices with the wrong posture believing the myth that practice or posture alone brings change. This message highlights two key postures that ignite your practices towards resolutionary faith and life. (Luke 7). Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160110_DaveM.pdf

How can we press 'reset' for a new year and a better purpose? We explore what it means to move forward from past decisions that haven't led you to the life you've actually wanted to live (1 Samuel 12:19-25). Happy New Year! Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20160103_DaveM.pdf

What would the world be like if Jesus wasn't born? Merry Christmas!! Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20151223_DaveM.pdf

So many long for peace, but what does it look like in practice? Listen in. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20151220_DaveM.pdf

We get to the heart of Jesus' call for peace in a world that would make us believe violence is the only solution. Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20151213_DaveM.pdf

In this day of global violence the world longs for peace but peace seems so slippery, so elusive. We start this series seeking peace in our relationships (guest speaker, Willy Reimer) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20151206_WillyR.pdf