Brave Church
464 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 15 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWelcome to the weekly podcast for Brave Church located in the San Francisco Bay Area. We hope these talks help you in your journey of finding or following Jesus. If you live in the Bay Area, we would love to see you at a Sunday gathering soon. For more information go to Brave.church or download our app.
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3 Lessons From Abraham's Family
November 18, 2018 22:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBWe continue in our vision series by learning 3 lessons from Abraham's Family. Today's text is Genesis 12:1-4 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
4 Lessons From Young Jesus
November 11, 2018 22:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBAs we continue our vision series, we take a look at 4 lessons that we can learn from young Jesus and how to apply that to our lives today. Today's text: Luke 2:41-52 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
It's Personal
November 04, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this talk we talk about what it means to take the mission of the church personally, as we unpack the vision of Brave Church for the next year. // Speakers: Daren and Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
How To Love People
October 28, 2018 07:00 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBToday’s talk explores how to love people in a way that builds a good reputation with our neighbors, friends and co-workers. Today's text is Mark 12:29-30 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
How To Love God
October 21, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this passage, Jesus reveals the greatest of all the commandments, and then uses four words that define what loving God looks like. Today's text is Mark 12:28-30 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information, visit www.brave.church
Understanding Authority
October 14, 2018 07:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this talk, we take a look at 4 different spheres of authority and are challenged to examine whose authority we are under. Today's text is Mark 11:27-12:12 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
A New Way To Worship
October 07, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBToday’s talk explores how God uses unexpected circumstances to reset our expectations and show us a new way to worship Him. Today's text is Mark 11:12-25 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information, visit www.brave.church
True Worship
September 30, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBEveryone worships something, and when we worship the way we were created to, our life gets better. In this talk, we look at what worship is not, what worship is, and how we can be confident in our worship. Today's text is: Mark 11: 1-11 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
The Way Of The Great
September 23, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBAll of us are born with a desire to be great. Today's talk explores what Jesus has to say about it. Text: Mark 10:32-45 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: In God We Trust
September 16, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBToday's talk challenges us to examine where we place our trust in one of the most important areas of our lives. Today's text is: Mark 10:17-31 // Speaker: Norman Nakanishi // For more information visit www.brave.church
The Friend You Need (Stand-Alone)
September 09, 2018 07:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThis talk looks at the importance of finding the friends that God has purposely placed in your life, as we look at one of the most famous friendships in the Bible. Today's text is 1 Samuel 18:1-4 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Divorce and Remarriage
September 02, 2018 07:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBToday's talk examines what the Bible has to say about divorce, remarriage, and gives all of us a hopeful perspective no matter our personal story. Today's text is: Mark 10:1-12 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Protecting Your Faith
August 26, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this talk we look at a passage where Jesus warns his disciples about the part we play in protecting our faith and the faith of those around us. Today's text is Mark 9:42-50 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Playing Well With Others
August 19, 2018 07:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBThis talk look looks at the importance of serving and valuing those around us. Today's text is Mark 9:30-41 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Get Your Mind Right
August 12, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBThis talk looks at the importance of our thinking, and the truth that what we set our minds on, ultimately shapes our life. Today's text is Colossians 3:1-2 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Seeing Jesus More Clearly
August 05, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBToday's talk looks at a time when those around Jesus were misunderstanding Him, and we learn 3 ways that we can see Jesus more clearly. Today's text is: Mark 8:1-21 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
He Restores My Soul
July 29, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBThis talk focuses on the importance of allowing God to restore our soul. Today's text is Psalm 23 // Speaker: Dominic Done // For more information, visit www.brave.church
Mark: Unboxing The Power of God
July 22, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBToday we look at a miraculous story of healing. Through it, we gain insight into how we can live more powerful lives. Today's text is Mark 7:31-37 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Breaking Down Barriers
July 15, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this talk, we look at 3 ways that love breaks down barriers between each other. Today's text is Mark 7:24-30 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: It's Not About The Rules
July 08, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBThis talk looks at three reasons not to live by the rules from Mark 7:1-23 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
The 7 Skills Of An Incredible Family (Stand-Alone)
July 01, 2018 07:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBToday's talk looks at the 7 skills that make every family strong. Today's text is Ephesians 6:10-13 // Speaker: Jim Crews // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Owning Your Faith
June 24, 2018 07:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBToday we look at 3 experiences we will have as we follow Jesus, which will help us develop strong faith. Today's text is Mark 6:45-56 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Faith Beyond Limits
June 17, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MB“When I am weak, God is strong.” - Check out another talk from our STRONG FAITH series in the Gospel of Mark. This week we looked at the tension we face when the needs of those around us are at odds with our limitations. Text: Mark 6:30-44 // Speakers: Daren & Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: The Cost of Faith
June 10, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this talk, we'll be looking at the true cost of following Jesus and consider what steps of obedience God may be calling each of us to take. Today's text is Mark 6:14-29 // Speaker: Derek Carr // For more information visit www.bravechurch.org
Mark: How Faith Grows
June 03, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this talk we learn about how faith grows through a passage where Jesus sends out his disciples for the first time to put their faith in action.
Mark: How Faith Grows
June 03, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this talk we learn about how faith grows through a passage where Jesus sends out his disciples for the first time to put their faith in action.
Mark: How Faith Starts
May 27, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.1 MBToday we discover the one thing you must have to build a faith that lasts. Today's text is Mark 6:1-6 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.bravechurch.org
Mark: It's Never Too Late
May 20, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBToday we look at a passage where Jesus heals two people, who had very different needs, yet displayed strong faith for what Jesus could do for them. Today's text is Mark 5:21-43 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
When You Don't Have Enough Time
May 13, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBWe can all relate to not having enough time for the things that we want to do in life, especially if you're a mom. This Mother's Day, Pastor Tracy Laws helps all of us learn to view time the way God views it. For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Unholy Encounters
May 06, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBWhether coincidental or obvious, we all face times in our lives where it feels like something more than what we see is working against us. This talk will help us identify these moments and live in victory. Today's text is Mark 5:1-20 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Finding Peace In The Storm
April 29, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBWe all face storms as we go through life, and this passage helps us find a fresh perspective on how we see storms. Today's text is Mark 4:35-41 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: There Is More
April 22, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBWe look at three parables of Jesus, and how each of them reveals the "more" God has for us. Today's text is Mark 4:21-34 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: The Soil of Your Soul
April 15, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBIn one of Jesus' most famous parables, he talks about 4 different types of soil and how we might find ourselves in each type. Today's text is Mark 4:1-20 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: The Inner Circle of Jesus
April 08, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBDo you want to be closer to Jesus? Have you ever wondered how Jesus decided who would be part of His world-changing inner circle? In this talk, we'll discover three signs you're moving towards the inner circle of Jesus. Today's text is Mark 3:20-35 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Easter at Brave: One Word
April 01, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBThis Easter, we look at the one word that matters more than any other. Today's text is 1 Corinthians 15:1-10,14-17 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Derek Carr: Freedom In Worship
March 25, 2018 07:00 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBDerek Carr is part of the ministry team at Brave Church and spoke today at our Sunday gatherings. He is the quarterback for the Oakland Raiders and a spiritual leader on and off the field. For more information please visit www.brave.church
Mark: Crowds and Followers
March 18, 2018 07:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MBThis talk looks at a time in Jesus' ministry where he makes a distinction between those who are in the crowd and those who are truly following Him. Today's text is Mark 3:7-19 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Derek Carr (Stand Alone)
March 11, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBOakland Raiders QB Derek Carr speaks at Brave Church on the importance of being obedient to God // Speaker: Derek Carr // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Unholy Expectations
March 04, 2018 08:00 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBThis talk looks at the importance of Sabbath rest, and some helpful principles to remember. Today's text is Mark 2:23-3:6 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Get Ready (Stand Alone)
February 25, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 13 MBHere at Brave Church, we are getting ready for some big things, and this talk looks at 3 things to keep in mind as we move forward. // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Primary Deeds (Stand Alone)
February 18, 2018 08:00 - 39 minutes - 18 MBThis talk focuses on the primary things every follower of Jesus needs to know. Today's text is Micah 6:8 // Speaker: Brett Fuller // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Eating With Sinners
February 11, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBHow significant is a simple meal? For Jesus, it was one of his favorite ways for loving people. Today's text is Mark 2:13-22 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Made A Way
February 04, 2018 08:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this talk we look at a story where some friends did whatever it took so that one of them could be healed. Today's text is Mark 2:1-12 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: A Day With Jesus
January 28, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBHave you ever wondered what day in the life of Jesus was like? We take a look at 5 key things we can learn from one day in Jesus' ministry. Today's text is Mark 1:21-45 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: Following Jesus
January 21, 2018 08:00 - 43 minutes - 20 MBThis talk looks at what it means to be a disciple or follower of Jesus, both in Jesus' time and for us today. Today's text is Mark 1:16-20 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Mark: The Future Is Now
January 14, 2018 08:00 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBPart two in our series through the gospel of Mark, looking at what the Kingdom of God means, and how it affects the way we live. Today's text is Mark 1:14-15 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit: www.brave.church
Mark: New Beginnings
January 07, 2018 08:00 - 50 minutes - 23 MBPart one in our series through the gospel of Mark, looking at how Jesus brings new beginnings in our lives. Today's text is Mark 1:1-13 // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit: www.brave.church
How To Move Forward In 2018
December 31, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.2 MBWe all want to move forward and make next year better than the last, but how do we actually do that according to God's word? Today's text is John 14:1-14. // Speaker: Josh Wood // For more information visit www.brave.church
The Meaning of Christmas
December 24, 2017 08:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBThis talk looks at how Jesus is the greatest love, sacrifice, offer, and gift we can ever find. Today's text is John 3:16. // Speaker: Daren Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church
Welcome Home
December 17, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBToday we share one of the most powerful parables Jesus ever told, along with an honest story from one of the members of our church. Today's text is Luke 15:1-3 // Speaker: Samuel Laws // For more information visit www.brave.church