Westside Church
975 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWelcome to the podcast of Westside Church in Vancouver BC. We exist to know Jesus and make Him known. To learn more visit our website at www.wchurch.ca
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Repent and Turn Back - Acts 3:17-21
April 07, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 58.7 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: April 7, 2024 Text: Acts 3:17-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Resurrection Power & Authority - Acts 3:11-16
March 31, 2024 08:00 - 58 minutes - 67.4 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Easter Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 31, 2024 Text: Acts 3:11-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Redemptive Effects of our God Given Authority - Acts 3:11-16
March 24, 2024 08:00 - 47 minutes - 53.8 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: March 24, 2024 Text: Acts 3:11-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
A Miracle at the Beautiful Gate - Acts 3:1-10
March 17, 2024 08:00 - 55 minutes - 64 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 17, 2024 Text: Acts 3:1-10 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Jesus' People as a Compelling Vision of Life - Acts 2:43-47
March 10, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBIn this sermon well glimpse a vision of what Jesus desires to do through His people in the world. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 10, 2024 Text: Acts 2:43-47 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Devotion of Jesus' People - Acts 2:42
March 03, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes - 60.7 MBIn this sermon well see what it looks like when Jesus people are devoted to the priorities God has for His church. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 3, 2024 Text: Acts 2:42 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 3 - Acts 2:37-41
February 26, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 48.5 MBIn this sermon well see Jesus exalted at the right hand of the Father and understand why He poured out His Spirit on us from there. Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: February 25, 2024 Text: Acts 2:37-41 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 2 - Acts 2:25-36
February 18, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 52.1 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: February 18, 2024 Text: Acts 2:25-36 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 1 - Acts 2:22-32
February 11, 2024 08:00 - 55 minutes - 63.9 MBIn this sermon well listen in as Peter begins preaching the gospel to thousands who are about to come to Jesus. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: February 11, 2024 Text: Acts 2:22-32 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Your Response to God's Revelation - Acts 2:14-21
February 04, 2024 08:00 - 43 minutes - 49.3 MBHow would you respond if you saw peoples lives completely upended by God in a good way? Would you want that for yourself? Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: February 4, 2024 Text: Acts 2:14-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Spirit of Jesus Poured Out - Acts 2:1-13
January 28, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 65.1 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 28, 2024 Text: Acts 2:1-13 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Waiting Season - Acts 1:12-26
January 21, 2024 08:00 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples begin preparing themselves for the fulfillment of Jesus promise. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 21, 2024 Text: Acts 1:12-26 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Power of God for the Purpose of God - Acts 1:6-11
January 14, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes - 61.4 MBIn this sermon well listen in as Jesus prepares His disciples for the greatest outpouring of His Spirit the world had ever known. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 14, 2024 Text: Acts 1:6-11 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Jesus at Work in Our World - Acts 1:1-5
January 07, 2024 08:00 - 46 minutes - 53.5 MBAs we open the book of Acts well see how Jesus continues His work in our world today. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 7, 2024 Text: Acts 1:1-5 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
How to Navigate These Evil Days - Ephesians 5:15-20
December 31, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 58.2 MBIts easy to feel tossed about these days. Todays text gives us confidence to navigate these days in a way that we dont just scrape by, but with our heads up and a smile on our face. Series:Stand-Alone Sermons Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: December 31, 2023 Text: Ephesians 5:15-20 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Divine Hospitality - Luke 2:1-21
December 24, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this Christmas Eve sermon well look at one of the ways Jesus displays the hospitality of God. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 24, 2023 Text: Luke 2:1-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Audacious Claim of Christmas - Micah 5:2
December 17, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat if wishing someone Merry Christmas had nothing to do with the kitschy hallmarks that Christmas is usually associated with? What if wishing someone Merry Christmas was something that reminds people of power and encounter? Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: December 17, 2023 Text: Micah 5:2 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Life Through Jesus - 1 John 4:9
December 10, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 64.6 MBIn this sermon well see how the love of God leads to our invitation to live through Jesus. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 10, 2023 Text: 1 John 4:9 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Prince of Peace - Isaiah 9:2-7
December 03, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 56.6 MBIn this sermon well look at the ways Jesus came to bring us peace, not only through the cross but in His life. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 3, 2023 Text: Isaiah 9:2-7 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Peace By the Blood of His Cross - Colossians 1:15-20
November 26, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 59.8 MBIn this sermon well begin a walk through the incarnation of Jesus by setting our hearts to encounter the God who came for us. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: November 26, 2023 Text: Colossians 1:15-20 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Redeemed to Be A Blessing - Ruth 4:13-22
November 19, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this sermon, well close our series in Ruth by focusing on how the emptying of Naomi and the redemption of Ruth became a means of grace and love for the world. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: November 19, 2023 Text: Ruth 4:13-22 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Cost of Redemption - Ruth 4:1-12
November 12, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 44.6 MBAs the book comes to a close, were still asking How will this story play out? This week, we find out as we join Boaz at the city gate. Its here that well see that theres only one whos willing to pay the cost of redemption. Series:Ruth Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: November 12, 2023 Text: Ruth 4:1-12 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Uncommon Kindness in Times of Need - Ruth 3:1-18
November 05, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 47.2 MBWhat do you do when many of societys anchor points that are supposed to bring security seem to be breaking down? Series:Ruth Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: November 5, 2023 Text: Ruth 3:1-18 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Receiving Grace Pt. 2 - Ruth 2:14-23
October 29, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 64.1 MBIn this sermon well watch as Ruth continues to experience radical grace. Well see what that means for us as Jesus people. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 29, 2023 Text: Ruth 2:14-23 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Receiving Grace Pt. 1 - Ruth 2:1-13
October 22, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 61.7 MBIn this sermon well watch as Ruth sets out with an expectation of finding grace. Well see how we can position ourselves for a first or an ongoing experience of grace through Jesus. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 22, 2023 Text: Ruth 2:1-13 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Blessing for Prodigals and Outsiders - Ruth 1:19-22
October 15, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBIn this sermon well see Gods heart to bless those whove walked away from Him and through them to bless the world. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 15, 2023 Text: Ruth 1:19-22 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Hope of Return - Ruth 1:6-18
October 08, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MBHow far does Gods grace go? In this weeks text, well see from the story of Naomi and Ruth that God desires to extend grace in unexpected places and to unexpected people, all so that He can bring hope and life. Series:Ruth Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: October 8, 2023 Text: Ruth 1:6-18 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Emptied and Blessed in Rebellion - Ruth 1:1-5
October 01, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBIn this sermon well open our study in the book of Ruth and see how Naomis emptying is actually the hand of God moving to bless her. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 1, 2023 Text: Ruth 1:1-5 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Set Apart for the Purposes of God - Acts 2:1-13
September 24, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutes - 67.9 MBIn this sermon well talk about the third of our three values: Jesus Kingdom. Well see that the call to holiness for us as a church is the call to live for the will of God. Series:Vision Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: September 24, 2023 Text: Acts 2:1-13 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Set Apart to Become Like Jesus - Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-35; 9:31
September 17, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 58.3 MBIn this sermon well talk about the second of our three values: Jesus Image. Well see that the call to holiness for us as a church is the call to become like Jesus. Series:Vision Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: September 17, 2023 Text: Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-35; 9:31 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Set Apart to Jesus - Acts 2:1-13
September 10, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 58.6 MBIn this sermon well talk about the first of our three values: Jesus Presence. Well see that the call to holiness for us as a church is the call to be set apart entirely to Jesus. Series:Vision Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: September 10, 2023 Text: Acts 2:1-13 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
When Your Anchor Points Fail - 2 Kings 6:8-23
September 03, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 57.5 MBWhat do you do when many of societys anchor points that are supposed to bring security seem to be breaking down? Series: Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: September 3, 2023 Text: 2 Kings 6:8-23 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Stepping Into Life with Jesus - John 13:36-38
August 27, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 56.6 MBIn this sermon well take a look at three reasons why one of Jesus fiercest disciples, Peter, struggled so much in walking with Him. Well see that these three obstacles to life with Jesus are still a major reason for so much of the joylessness in those who claim to know Him. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: August 27, 2023 Text: John 13:36-38 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Jesus' Path After Betrayal - John 13:31-35
August 20, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 63.5 MBIf youve ever felt stuck because of how people have hurt you this text will encourage you as it shows what Jesus did right after his betrayal was confirmed. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: August 20, 2023 Text: John 13:31-35 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Leaning Into Jesus - John 13:21-30
August 13, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 45.9 MBIts a heavy moment as Judas time with Jesus and the disciples comes to end around the dinner table. And its here that well see that the way we respond to the love of Jesus determines whether or not we experience the life that he came to give. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: August 13, 2023 Text: John 13:21-30 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Following Our Master Into the Mud - John 13:12-20
August 06, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 47.9 MBWe tend to assume that the sign of a successful life is that you are moving from one degree of status to the next. That happens as we take on tasks and responsibilities associated with that new position. But as Jesus sits around the table with his closest friends, he does something that shows that His kingdom works very differently. And in fact, he shows that the only way forward is down. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: August 6, 2023 Text: John 13:12-20 To conn...
Jesus' Deep Love for His Disciples - John 13:1-11
July 30, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 54.5 MBWe know that Jesus loves everyone, but in todays text we see that Jesus has a special love for his disciples. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: July 30, 2023 Text: John 13:1-11 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Jesus' Last Response to Unbelief - John 12:44-50
July 23, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 48.9 MBHow do you respond when someone rejects your best intention for them - How do you respond when its a pattern of rejection? In this sermon we see Jesus last words to the people who have rejected him. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: July 23, 2023 Text: John 12:44-50 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Unbelief and the Purposes of God - John 12:36b-43
July 16, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 58.6 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus public ministry comes to an end in what looks like failure; when in reality it is the fulfillment of Gods word. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: July 16, 2023 Text: John 12:36b-43 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Cross of Jesus - John 12:27-36a
July 09, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 64 MBIn this sermon Jesus will give us a theology of the cross. Well see why He had to die and what it means for those who follow Him. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: July 9, 2023 Text: John 12:27-36a To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Great Paradox - John 12:20-26
July 02, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 45.2 MBIn John 12:20-26, Jesus says that the hour has finally come for him, the Messiah, to be glorified before the world. But why now? And whats it going to look like? The answer to these questions set up the great paradox of the cross of Christthat life comes through death. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: July 2, 2023 Text: John 12:20-26 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Jesus is Lord - John 12:9-19
June 25, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 53 MBIn this sermon well see that the most basic call of every christian is to bear witness to Jesus power over death and proclaim Him Lord. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: June 25, 2023 Text: John 12:9-19 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Love for Jesus & Costly Worship - John 12:1-8
June 18, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 58.1 MBIn this sermon well witness Marys radical act of love for Jesus. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: June 18, 2023 Text: John 12:1-8 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
When things look like a dumpster fire - John 11:45-57
June 11, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 52.7 MBIn this sermon, we see things looking really bad for Jesus and what that means for you and me. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: June 11, 2023 Text: John 11:45-57 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Life, Freedom, and the Glory of God - John 11:38-44
June 04, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBIn this sermon well watch as Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead as a display of Gods glory. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: June 4, 2023 Text: John 11:38-44 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
Wrath in the Face of Death - John 11:17-37
May 28, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBIn this sermon well see how Jesus responds to the grief of Martha and Mary and what that shows us about what He came to do for us all. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 28, 2023 Text: John 11:17-37 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Road to Resurrection - John 11:5-16
May 21, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 64.8 MBIn this sermon well see how Jesus responds to the confusion of His disciples as He gets set to lead them toward danger instead of away from it. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 21, 2023 Text: John 11:5-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Love of Jesus and the Glory of God - John 11:1-6
May 14, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes - 55.4 MBIn this sermon well begin to walk through the story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. Well see the importance of receiving the love of Jesus in an ongoing way and how to understand His pursuit of His own glory in light of His love for us. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 14, 2023 Text: John 11:1-6 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
The Spark of Faith - John 10:31-42
May 07, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 48.3 MBWhen Jesus walked the earth, he both proclaimed the good news with his mouth and demonstrated it through works of powercasting out demons, healing the sick, freeing from sin and more. But do we really believe that he still works in the same way today? In this weeks text, well see that not only does he continue these good works, but they are one of the primary ways that he draws people to himself. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Nathan Harrison Date: May 7, 2023 Text: John 10:31-42 To...
Peace During Intense Moments - John 10:22-30
April 30, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 58.1 MBIn this sermon, we see why a Christian could expect to have peace in troublesome times. Series:Zeal: The Book of John Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: April 30, 2023 Text: John 10:22-30 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca