Hillside Community Church Podcast
550 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsHillside Community Church will live out Jesus’ life-changing message, seek to love our neighbors well, and develop authentic community where all people are welcome, worthy, and have a place.
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His Way: Who is He?
March 15, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBOne of the biggest challenges Jesus faced was (and still is) getting His followers to understand who He is and what He is doing. The disciples had certain ideas of what “The Chosen One” would do and how that person would act. We do too. But Jesus often doesn’t fit into our categories or expectations and He wants us to genuinely see who He is. This morning we’ll try to see who Jesus really is. Text: Mark 8:27-33 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
His Way: Confrontation
March 08, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBJohn 2:13-22 Jesus is kind and full of grace. But at least one time He got angry – angry enough to take up a whip and drive people out of the temple. Why? What was Jesus trying to prove? What was Jesus trying to say? This morning we’ll look at this fascinating story of Jesus. Support the Show.
His Way: Facing Temptation
March 01, 2020 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBThis morning is the first Sunday of Lent, a time for us to focus on the life of Jesus, on our brokenness, and on the cross of Jesus that gives us life. We're going to be looking at different events in the life of Jesus that help us see how to find and experience new life. We begin by looking at one of the first events in the ministry of Jesus—His temptations. Support the Show.
How to share my faith with anyone, anywhere, anytime
February 23, 2020 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBJohn 4:4-10; 28-42 Ever feel anxious or unprepared to share your faith? Jesus show us something simple yet powerful in our text. He goes into Samaria - enemy territory - and starts a casual discussion with a woman, a Samaritan. Join us this Sunday as we explore how in this encounter Jesus models how to share our faith with anyone, anywhere, anytime. Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship: Serve: Rest
February 16, 2020 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWe’ve been talking about the joy of serving others. We’ve said that we’re created to do that and find fulfillment in serving others. But we also need to recognize that God not only calls us to serve, He also calls us to rest. If we do this, we might just discover that the better we rest, the better we serve. Text: Genesis 2: 2-3 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship - We are Parts and Pieces
February 09, 2020 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBI Corinthians 12:12-26 God Calls us to serve on our own at times. There is a need we can meet so we meet it. But often God calls us to serve in community. The Bible teaches us that God created us with different abilities and the Holy Spirit has given us different gifts so that we can and have to work together. We'll learn more about that this morning. Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship - Secret Service
February 02, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBOne of the ways that we can grow to become more like Jesus is to serve others. Jesus was a servant who gave His life and He invites us to the joy of being servants as well. This morning we'll think about a special kind of service that has a powerful effect in shaping us—secret service. Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship - Humble Service
January 26, 2020 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBPhilippians 2:3-8 Last week we began our sermon series on service as it relates to our life and journey as a disciple. We learned that God is by nature a servant, thus so should we! But what defines a servant? Our text from Paul this morning tells us that a servant is first and foremost humble. This morning, we’ll discuss what it means to be a humble servant. Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship: Serve
January 19, 2020 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBWe all want to have a great life. We were created to have joy. But how do we get there? What does the good life look like? This morning we’ll see that the Bible gives us a very unusual path if we want to find deep joy. Text: Acts 20:35 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
Ways of Discipleship: Praying Together
January 12, 2020 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBActs 1:14 One of the things that can get many of us nervous is when we are in a group of Christians and it comes to prayer time. We might be scared about having to pray out loud ourselves or about what we’re supposed to be doing while someone else is praying. Praying together is a really good thing for us to do and this morning we’ll think about how we can pray together well. Support the Show.
Tank Fillers
January 05, 2020 17:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBOne of the key commandments for God's people in the New Testament is that we encourage one another. This morning we'll take a look at one person who did a great job of this and think about how we can grow in our ability to encourage others around us. Acts 11:22-23 Support the Show.
God with Us: In Our Waiting
December 29, 2019 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWe spend a lot of time waiting. We wait for something to happen. We wait for test results. We wait for our turn. And we also wait for God. This morning we'll think about HOW we wait for God and how God is with us in our waiting. Text: Habakkuk 2:1-4 Support the Show.
God With Us: In Our Weakness
December 22, 2019 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBEver feel weak and inadequate before God and you aren’t sure why? The Annunciation of the Lord is one of the most well known Advent stories. Angel Gabriel says to Mary: Greetings, you who are highly favored!” Mary feels unworthy to be the mother of Jesus, he is coming to be born to poor, unwed mother, from the small town of Nazareth. This Sunday we’ll look at the grace and favor of God that is available to us, even in our weaknesses and even when we feel inadequate. Text: Luke 1: 26-3...
God With Us: In Our Failures
December 15, 2019 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBGod With Us: In Our Failures We’ve been talking about Jesus being Immanuel, about Jesus being God with us. We’ve said that He is with us even when don’t understand what is happening around us and He is with us in the storms of our lives. This morning we focus on the truth that Jesus is also with us in our failures—when we blow it, when we sin. He takes on our sin so we can be forgiven Text: II Corinthians 5:21 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
God with Us: In the Storms
December 08, 2019 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBAs we approach Christmas we think about one of the most beautiful names for Jesus: He is Immanuel—God with Us. We dare to believe that when Jesus was born He was not just a special baby—He was (and is) God Himself, in the flesh. He came to be with us. And not just on our good days. Jesus came to be with us in our storms. Support the Show.
God with Us: In Our Confusion
December 01, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThis Sunday we start our advent series. Emmanuel means ‘God with us.’ During advent, we expect and long for God to be among and with us. And although the Holidays is a joyful time of the year, there are times we feel lonely, confused, and weak even during seasons of joy. This morning we’ll take a look at how God is with us during times of confusion using how God interacted with Joseph as our example. Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Message by Pastor Arek O’Connell Support the Show.
Maximum Impact 2: How God Builds
November 24, 2019 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWe live in a very practical world. All that matters to many people are the results. In our workplaces we might be told—I don't care how, just get the job done. And it can be tempting to do that in the church. We might be tempted to say, "We know what God wants, who cares how we get there?" This morning we'll remember that God cares about how we build His kingdom. Support the Show.
Maximum Impact 2 | What Are We Like? // prt II
November 17, 2019 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB1 Corinthians 9:19-23 We’ve talked about what God is doing and how He has gifted us. This morning we’ll turn to another question: Where has God placed us? If we are to make a Maximum Impact we need to think about how to connect with the people in our community today. This question becomes really important when we think of how quickly the world around us is changing. How do we keep sharing the Old Old Story to people today? Support the Show.
Maximum Impact 2: What Are We Like?
November 10, 2019 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBI Corithians 12:12; 18-20 We said last week that we are Living Stones. We said that God is using us as He is rebuilding everything – He is making everything new. This week we’re going to ask another question: What kind of Living Stones are we? As individuals and as a church we are not just like everyone else. We have different strengths, gifts and abilities. This morning we’ll think about what those strengths, gifts and abilities might be. Support the show
Maximum Impact 2 | What Are We Like?
November 10, 2019 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBI Corithians 12:12; 18-20 We said last week that we are Living Stones. We said that God is using us as He is rebuilding everything – He is making everything new. This week we’re going to ask another question: What kind of Living Stones are we? As individuals and as a church we are not just like everyone else. We have different strengths, gifts and abilities. This morning we’ll think about what those strengths, gifts and abilities might be. Support the Show.
Maximum Impact 2: Living Stones
November 03, 2019 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBWe kick-off our Maximum Impact 2 campaign this Sunday morning. We'll spend time thinking and praying about what God is calling us to do and to be as a church. This morning we'll start with the big picture of what God is doing and we'll begin to think about how we are a part of that! Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship: Parables for Prayer
October 27, 2019 14:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWe just recently wrapped up a series on prayer as it relates to discipleship. This morning we're going to continue to see what scripture has to say about prayer. Specifically, we'll take a look at two parables Jesus tells his audience. How do Jesus's parables inform our prayer life today? Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship: Does Prayer Make a Difference?
October 20, 2019 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWe know that God commands us to pray. We know praying is good for us. But does prayer actually change anything? And if so, what does prayer change? This morning we'll focus on these important questions. Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship - Listening to God
October 13, 2019 14:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBJohn 16:13 We’ve said that prayer is both talking to God and listening to God. Most of us have an idea of how to talk to God. But how do we listen for God in prayer? Is hearing from God something that is reserved only for a select few or is it something all of us should expect? Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship - Prayer 2
October 06, 2019 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBEphesians 6:18 Last week we said prayer is communication with God. This morning we'll take a look at one part of this communication - talking to God. We'll take a look at some of the ways that we can bring our hearts and lives to God. Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship - Prayer 1
September 29, 2019 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBMatthew 6:9 If we want to grow in our relationship with God one of the main things we can do is pray. But that’s not always as easy as it sounds. We know we should pray, but we’re just not sure how to do it. This morning we’ll begin to think about what prayer is and how we can learn to grow in our prayer lives. Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship
September 22, 2019 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBII Peter 3:18 Last week we saw that if Christ is alive in us, we should be growing and changing - we should be more loving and kind and obedient in our lives. The Holy Spirit should be at work in us. But we also recognized the it doesn’t always feel like we’re growing. This morning we’ll identify some of the practices that can help us keep growing in Christ. Support the Show.
The Ways of Discipleship
September 15, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBWhen we're younger, we think about growing a lot. We want to grow--taller, stronger, faster, smarter. While there is a time when most of us will stop growing bigger physically (okay, weight might continue to grow), the Bible makes clear that we are never to stop growing as disciples of Jesus Christ. But what does growing in Christ look like? And how can we keep growing? This morning we're beginning a sermon series where we'll be thinking about growing in Christ. Support the show
Will My Children Have Faith?
September 08, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBActs 16:22-34 Will our children have faith? How many times have you asked that question? Parents and grandparents alike are worried about the faith of the next generation. This Sunday we’re going to have the “Blessing of the Backpacks” and we’ll ask God’s blessing upon our kids. Come explore with us a few principles the Bible teaches us on how to nurture faith in our kids. Support the Show.
Upside Down: Are you Shrewd Enough?
September 01, 2019 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBLuke 16: 1-13 When we think of the kind of people God wants us to be, most of us think of things like kind, loving, serving, patient, and generous. But this morning Jesus invites us to add a surprising characteristic to the list: Shrewd. This morning we'll take a look at why Jesus wants us to be shrewd. Support the Show.
Upside Down: Are You for Real?
August 25, 2019 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBMatthew 21:28-32 One of the major charges that non-Christians make against Christians is that many Christians are hypocrites. Many believe that those of us who claim to follow God talk a good game but don’t actually live the way God wants us to. It’s one thing when our neighbor says this. It’s another thing when Jesus says this. This morning we’ll look at a story in which Jesus challenges religious people to think about whether we are worried about more than how we look. Support the Show.
Upside Down: Who Gets Invited?
August 18, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBOne of the pictures the Bible gives us of heaven is that it's like a great feast, a banquet, a huge celebration. The Bible promises that there will be plenty of food and drink and a great time will be had by all. But who gets to go? Who gets invited to the party? This morning, we'll look at another "upside-down" story in which Jesus surprises us about God's invitation. Support the Show.
Upside Down | Investing
August 11, 2019 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWe all have a certain amount of resources (time, talent, treasures, etc.) in our lives. The question we have to ask ourselves every day is where we will invest those resources. What are we going to do with what God has given us? Jesus tells us a story today that makes us think about whether we are being wise or foolish as we invest our resources. Support the Show.
Upside Down | How God Works
August 04, 2019 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBWhen Jesus came, one of the main things he talked about was the Kingdom of God. He described it as a place that was wonderful but also weird. In so many ways, the Kingdom was different--upside down. For the next several weeks we'll be taking a look at some of the stories Jesus told about the Kingdom and how Jesus redefined so many things in our world. Support the Show.
How Can I Upgrade My Outreach Skills?
July 28, 2019 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBEver felt awkward sharing your faith? Jesus does something pretty radical: he sends out his disciples two by two. In a fast-changing world that changes fast and constantly updates, how do we update as a church in order to reach out to others? Come explore with us this Sunday what we can learn from what God does around the world to reach the lost. Support the Show.
Unlocking God’s Promises
July 21, 2019 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBEver feel like you want to tap into God’s treasure chest and grab as many riches as possible? These next two Sundays I’m going to share a few things God has taught me during my sabbatical leave. This week we’ll take a look at prayer practices I’ve experienced around the world, and how God’s promises are released when we seek Him. Text: Revelation 4 Message by Pastor Daniel Bud Support the Show.
God’s Response to Jonah
July 14, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBLast week we saw Jonah do his best to run from God and his call on Jonah’s life. Because God is so big, mighty and powerful Jonah’s attempt failed. This week, Jonah will face God and the call God placed on his life. What will Jonah’s interaction teach us about our own lives? Jonah 4 Support the Show.
Responding to God's Call
July 07, 2019 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBJonah is one of the more popular prophets in the Old Testament. God called him to a task and his response was less than ideal. Even when Jonah rebelled, God continued to call him and fulfill his purposes. How might God be calling out to you? What might he be calling you to? How will you respond? Support the Show.
On the Way
June 30, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBOn the Way God has rescued his people out of Egypt, but they aren’t yet to the Promised Land. They, like we, are on the way—no longer slaves, but not yet to their new home. As we look at this story we’ll learn some important lessons about how we live while we are on the way to our true home. Exodus 17:8-16 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
Remember Who You Are
June 23, 2019 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBThis Sunday we celebrate the Profession of Faith of a number of young people. As we hear their declaration about who they are--that they belong to Jesus Christ--it gives all of us an opportunity to reflect on who we are. Text: I John 3:1-3 Message by Pastor Ron Kool Support the Show.
What's Jesus Up to Now? Acts 1:7-8
June 09, 2019 16:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBWe've been looking at what Jesus has been doing since He rose from the dead. This morning we'll look at one of the most important things He did--He sent the Holy Spirit. We'll think about what Jesus is doing through the Holy Spirit in our world and in our lives today. Support the Show.
What's Jesus Up to Now?
June 02, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAfter Jesus rose from the dead He spent 40 days on earth and then ascended into heaven. This morning we'll look at what happened next: Jesus sat down at the right hand of God the Father. That's where he is right now. But what is He doing? Resting? Taking a break? This morning we'll see that Jesus is still very busy today. Support the show
What's Jesus Up to Now?
June 02, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAfter Jesus rose from the dead He spent 40 days on earth and then ascended into heaven. This morning we'll look at what happened next: Jesus sat down at the right hand of God the Father. That's where he is right now. But what is He doing? Resting? Taking a break? This morning we'll see that Jesus is still very busy today. Support the Show.
What's Jesus Up to Now? Acts 1:9-11
May 26, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBMessage by Pastor Ron Kool After Jesus rose from the dead He spent 40 days on earth. Then the Bible tells us that He ascended into heaven. What does that mean? What difference does it make? This morning we'll take a look at those questions. Support the Show.
What's Going to Last?
May 12, 2019 14:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB1 Corinthians 3:10-15. We're all building something with our lives. By the way we use our time, our talent and our treasures, we are building a life - leaving a legacy. We're tempted to build so that our lives look good now, but Paul warns us that there is a day coming when all we've done is going to go to the fire. This morning we'll think about how we can build to get ready for that day. Support the Show.
Encounters with Jesus: The Community Leader
May 05, 2019 14:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBJohn 3:1-15 Ever feel that something is missing in your life and you just can't figure it out? As Jesus meets with Nicodemus, the Savior is telling him exactly what's missing. Jesus said, "No one can see the Kingdom of God unless one is born again." What???? This Sunday we're talking about this encounter with Jesus. Explore with us Support the Show.
Encounters with Jesus: The Emmaus Road
April 28, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBLuke 24:13-35 How long do you keep working with someone when they just don’t seem to get it? At what point do you cut your losses and move on? The Good News for us this morning is that Jesus doesn’t give up on us – even when we’re struggling to trust in Him. Support the Show.
Encounters with Jesus: The Women at the Tomb
April 21, 2019 16:00 - 27 minutes - 12.4 MBToday is Easter! It's a day of great joy and celebration. We sing and declare that Jesus is risen. But what does that mean? How does His resurrection make a difference in my life? This morning we'll join the women who go to the tomb and discover that it is empty. The message the angel gives them is the ultimate in Good News. Support the Show.
Encounters with Jesus: The Crowd
April 14, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBOne of the dangers Jesus faced (and still faces!) is the danger of people thinking that they have Him all figured out. In some ways, Jesus was who the people were looking for, but in other ways, He was not at all what people were looking for. This morning, we'll think about a story where Jesus wants to correct some of our misconceptions. Support the Show.
Encounters with Jesus: Jesus, The Centurion and the Widow
March 31, 2019 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBLuke 7: 1-17 We will all come to a moment where we feel that we're out of options. That moment is usually full of desperation and questions. It's not uncommon for us to turn to God in these moments. Two questions we may feel when we turn to God in these moments are the same questions the Centurion and the Widow had: Is God able to help me and does he care? We'll discuss those questions and how the answer affects out lives this morning. Support the Show.