Wednesday, December 29, 2010

To Receive...

December is a month to remember. Remember once again the audacious love of a God who would choose to reveal himself in as intimate a way as to become one of us.

Jesus is God, and yet (who would make this one up?), he becomes plain, ordinary- you. Yes, a human being. Not superman, but a common man.

Think about. You have undoubtedly traveled more than Jesus. The farthest trip he ever took was as a baby in exile to Egypt. A bit over 100 miles.

You are probably richer than he was. He made a good living as a carpenter/ contractor, but he didn't even own a house.

You are probably more educated than he was. He had a very solid grasp on biblical studies and other supplemental Jewish thelogical studies, yet, mathematics and the sciences weren't in his curriculum.

Jesus is a plain, ordinary common man.

So like us.

Well then, why is he called Lord, King, the most brilliant, most amazing person who ever lived who changed the world for good?

Three things-

1. He is full of the Holy Spirit.

2. He learns directly from God the Father.

3. He passes this down to those who follow Him.

As a result:

1. You can be full of the Holy Spirit.

2. You can learn directly from God the Father.

3. You can keep passing it down.

That's it.

Everything He has available is available to you.

Everything.

It is only a matter of receiving.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Thursday, December 16, 2010

The Real Jesus...Everything- podcast

When the widow gives all that she has to God, what would we hold back from Him?

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Impact Christmas Tomorrow Night!

IMPACT ROCKS!!

The Real Jesus...Everything- podcast

When the widow gives all that she has to God, what would we hold back from Him?

Wednesday, December 01, 2010

The Real Jesus...I am Second- podcast

Semon Nov 28 2010 - The Real Jesus - God's Second by Pastor Dana  
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Sermon Nov 28 2010 - The Real Jesus - I'm Second.mp3 (6415 KB)

What does life look like when Jesus is first in our lives?


The Real Jesus..."My Dad's the King!!"- podcast

Where do we receive our identity? From the loving Father? Yes!

"You are my beloved son/daughter and with you I am well pleased!"

As with Jesus so with us...

Homophobia and Islamophobia?- podcast

When it comes to hotbed issues, correcting illogical thinking is a good place to start.

Tuesday, November 09, 2010

my "evangelism" interview on KBRT 740am- podcast

I was a guest on the "Talk from the Heart," radio show on KBRT 740am here in LA on Monday, November 1. Guest host, David Housholder, interviewed me on the topic of "evangelism."

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Improving the Effectiveness of Prayer- podcast

When I communicate with people I am in relationship with, are there ways I can make that experience more effective? Of course. Prayer is communicating with God, with whom I have a personal relationship. Can I make that experience more effective?

God is a lot Closer Than You Think- podcast

What is heaven? Where is the Kingdom of God? Closer than you think...

It's Who You Know That Counts...-podcast

Make friends with God and watch what happens! Thanks to Robert Gagnon for insight into this story.

Just What is Jesus Saing? Prodigal Son Revisited-podcast

The Prodigal Son? More like the Prodigal Father or The Lost Sons...
Telling the story the way Jesus tells it.

God leads the way- podcast

How do you connect with people who don't know you and don't follow your God? Go where God is.

Take this with a grain of salt- podcast

In just two verses, Jesus connects us to wisdom that can guide our whole lives.

Raising Kid's God's Way- podcast

A dad's talk about what following Jesus has to do with raising kids.

Friday, August 27, 2010

Being and Doing- podcast

A sense of who we are makes all the difference in what we do and what we don't do.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

What are you looking for?- Easter podcast

Now, Jesus wants to bring new life through you...

Thursday, April 01, 2010

What, me worry?- podcast

Anxiety and worry do not come from God. Jesus has the antidote.

Do you have enough?- podcast

What does it mean to have enough? What do you really treasure?

An inside out life- podcast

What is coming out of a person's heart is not a secret. Jesus tells us how to avoid focusing on the wrong things.

It's not rocket science- podcast

God wants to bless the world through us. God wants to shine through us. Here's how...

Repentance is't always about sin- podcast

To "repent" is to "change your mind." Turning your mind to God's ways from sin, of course. "Repentance" can also be a change that is not about sin, but it is about living a healthier life.

Full of Jesus- podcast

How do we keep focused on Jesus and not let the Evil One be of influence?

God is available for everyone- podcast

Jesus speaks on how much God wants to bless us.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

What Does It Look Like to Love LIke Jesus?- podcast

In his encounter with Martha and Mary at dinner, Jesus speaks about love in action in the strongest way.

Loving your Neighbor: Good Samaritan-podcast

"Loving your neighbors" means enhancing their lives even if they are a challenge for you.

Loving God With Everything He Has Given You- podcast

"Love the LORD your God with your heart, all your soul, all your strength, and all your mind..."
How?

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Obi Wan, Gandalf, Rembrandt, Simeon, and Christmas?- podcast

When Simeon gives his prophecy and blessing at the Jerusalem Temple, this is no insignificant event in human history...

Putting Yourself in the Christmas Story- podcast

Why would you want someone else to hear the good news of Jesus? It is about life now.

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Pastor from LIFEhouse Church in Northridge CA, focusing on the theme, "How To Be A Christian Without Being A Jerk."