Sunnybrook Unscripted: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning.
In this episode, Pastor Jeff & Lydia talk about the validity of there being ghosts in this world, why and how demonic occurrences take place, and even talk about an exorcism Pastor Jeff took part in!
In this episode, Pastor Jeff & Lydia discuss what spiritual and demonic warfare can look like and why it happens. They also discuss how you can recognize spiritual warfare and how to handle it.
We're tackling a tough question today - "Are we living in end times?" In this episode, part 2, we continue to dive into the subject, and ponder what influence the United States may - or may not - have in it all.
In this episode, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue to answer commonly asked questions from our listeners, we dive into something that a lot of Christians are wondering right now: Are we living in the end times? We do our best to answer that question in Part 1 of 2 involving this subject!
In today's episode, Pastor Jeff & Lydia discuss more about spiritual disciplines, giving you some helpful and practical advice so you can grow deeper in your walk with Jesus. Thanks for tuning in!
In part seven of our FAQs series, Jeff & Lydia talk about spiritual disciplines, and some practical ways that you can begin to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus through personal quiet time, journaling, being in His word, and/or simply praying. We hope you enjoy today's episode!
In part six of our FAQs series, Jeff & Lydia answer questions about the most important series of events in history - the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. We hope you enjoy our special Week Before/Easter episode!
In part five of our series where we answer some of your most commonly asked questions, Pastor Jeff & Lydia discuss questions. Questions in the Bible, questioning God, questioning your faith, and the difference between all of them. We hope you enjoy!
As we continue in our "FAQ" series, Pastor Jeff & Lydia dive into sin - the definition of it, what it looks like, and if some sins are bigger than others.
Then tune in for the next episode, where we continue answering your questions about sin.
In our final part of our series on "FAQs," Pastor Jeff & Lydia discuss more on the topic of sin, and clear up some concepts of sin that people either get confused on or need clarification on.
In the second part of this FAQ series, we continue to answer some commonly asked questions that the pastors get during the week. Join Pastor Jeff & Lydia as they navigate some tricky aspects of faith, and give some clarity on subjects that you've maybe wondered about from time to time!
In the first episode of 2025, we answer some commonly asked questions that the pastors get during the week. Join Pastor Jeff & Lydia as they navigate some tricky aspects of faith, and give some clarity on subjects that you've maybe wondered about from time to time!
In part two, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue their talk about the Christmas story from a different angle. They discuss some common misconceptions or myths about the Christmas story, while clarifying some things you maybe didn't know before about the birth of Christ!
In this two part episode, Pastor Jeff & Lydia talk about the Christmas story from a different angle. They discuss some common misconceptions or myths about the Christmas story, while clarifying some things you maybe didn't know before about the birth of Christ! Tune in next week for part 2!
Lydia & Jeff wrap up their conversation about the difference between Catholic vs. Protestant theology, and where Sunnybrook lines up.
Lydia & Jeff continue their conversation about the difference between Catholic vs. Protestant theology, and where Sunnybrook lines up. Join us for part two of this three part series!
In Part 2 of Q & A with Pastor Jeff, we answer more of the questions that listeners submitted. Enjoy!
Lydia & Jeff dissect a question they get asked a lot: What is the difference between Catholic vs. Protestant theology, and where does Sunnybrook line up with either one? Join us for part one of this three part series!
In this episode, Pastor Jeff answers some questions that you, the listeners, submitted!
In our 100th episode of Unscripted, we wrap up our conversations about the Book of Revelation and the End Times (for now)! Lydia and Pastor Jeff answer more questions and provide clarity on some difficult portions of the Book of Revelation.
In this Part 2 of this "End Times FAQs" section of the Book of Revelation, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue tp clear up some myths and different interpretations that people may have about the End Times.
This week, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue their conversation on the book of Revelation and answer a lot of "FAQs" about it! They'll clear up some myths and different interpretations that people may have about the End Times.
This week, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue their conversation on the book of Revelation! They discuss the fact there are a few different ideas when it comes to the timeline of events from Revelation. They'll touch on all 12 of the main events that must occur for the End Times to come.
This week, Pastor Jeff & Lydia continue their conversation on the book of Revelation! They discuss the fact there are a few different ideas when it comes to the timeline of events from Revelation. They'll touch on all 12 of the main events that must occur for the End Times to come.
Season four of Unscripted continues with part two of our series about the book of Revelation. Take a watch, and tune in next week for part 3!
Join us as we kick-off season four of Unscripted with the first part of our series about the book of Revelation. Take a listen, and tune in next week for part 2!
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
Despite popular opinion, the teenage years can actually be a joy. When you discipline, teach and coach, you can actually enjoy the teenage years.
You may feel like you’re losing your kids for a time while they are navigating more toward their peers, and finding their own identity but trust they will navigate back and be human again.
Teenage drama is normal.
Your family can either be interdependent or independent. Family identity and interdependence is a huge deterrents for teenage rebellion. Do your utmost to build a family identity in the early years.
Some examples:
• Have a family night sacred to your own family (you can have other nights when friends are allowed) • No TV’s in bedrooms – watch together as a family
• Commit to family vacations for your family only
• Camp together to establish family togetherness
• Establish an identity – “this is what the ________’s do”
• The more your kids feel they belong in your family, the less they will look for belonging outside of it • Make your home a haven for your kids
Remember that the teenage years are scary for teens as they navigate their emotions and changes of feelings. Be approachable in those times.
Social media gives your kids a constant intake of drama and chaos. Don’t be fearful of setting aside that influence for a time and bringing your family together.
Remember that you need others who can be a godly influence on your kids. Take advantage of bringing other godly people into their lives. Sunnybrook’s kids and student ministry are a great resource for that.
Discussion Questions:
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Family identity and interdependence is a huge deterrents for teenage rebellion Based on what you heard in the podcast, what can you intentionally do now to build a strong family identity for your family?
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If you have a teenager at home, what issues are most challenging for them right now? For you?
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What can you do to be more approachable for your child?
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Discuss together how you might encourage one another in parenting through challenging times.
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
“Train up a child in the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6
By age five, you can have most of your discipline issues settled if you are consistent in saying what you mean and mean what you say and deal with issues.
Helpful tips for common discipline issues:
• Whining – don’t allow a whining tone. If using a whiny voice, let your child know you will not hear them. Then set a timer for 5 minutes before they can ask again.
• Temper tantrum – a temper tantrum needs an audience, so remove them from any audience. Their goal is to embarrass or shame you into complying with them. If it happens in public, be willing to remove them immediately – following through once or twice will show them their tantrum doesn’t work.
• Temper tantrum when leaving somewhere they don’t want to leave- address this by saying they will not be allowed to come the next time they do this. Then remind in advance when going to that place again.
• Tattling – Don’t reward tattling; discipline them too.
• Lying – Lying breaks trust. Let your child know the importance of truth and trust in the relationship, and give them space, to tell the truth. Reward for telling the truth, but also still discipline for bad behavior.
• Gossip – Gossip is stealing someone’s reputation and good name. Don’t let your kids see/hear you doing this. Curb it quickly in them and instead speak positively about others.
Discussion Questions:
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Share together the discipline issues do you most struggle in parenting your children.
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Discuss how the principles you’ve learned thus far in this podcast series help you with those.
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
The goal of discipline is to bring your child to repentance.
Repentance, Greek word “metanoia” means to change, turn around; a reversal of direction.
There’s a huge difference between regret and repentance. As Scripture says, “Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” 2 Corinthians 7:10 (example of Peter and Judas)
Train the heart of a child to understand their sin, rather than unintentionally training them to think disobedience is no big deal.
“I’m sorry” is very different from “will you forgive me?” And when you teach the seeking of forgiveness, it helps train a child toward repentance.
Even though a child seeks forgiveness, they still need consequences.
In Scripture, restitution always preceded repentance and forgiveness. Help your child to make restitution when appropriate.
Discipline is relational in nature. A child needs to seek your forgiveness when they disobey. You can model this toward your children when you sin against them.
When discipline is complete, reaffirm your love for your child and hug them.
Discussion Questions:
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Discuss the difference between worldly sorrow and godly sorrow and repentance.
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How does teaching your child repentance help train their heart to understand sin and forgiveness? 3. What practical application might you take from today’s podcast?
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
Obedience is a critical foundation of your parenting role.
Two levels of obedience:
• Childishness- needs training, not discipline
•Foolishness – willful disobedience; needs discipline and consequences
“Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.” Proverbs 22:15
Characteristics of obedience:
• First time obedience – When you say, they obey (whatever you’re going to say on 3 say on 1) and be consistent. Set a clear standard.
• Obey without complaint – no whining or disrespect • Without challenge – no talking you out of something
• Obey completely- not halfway
Parenting can be exhausting. But if you don’t spend time early on with obedience, you’ll only find it more exhausting in the later phases.
Ways to help your child be obedient:
• Look them in the eye when giving instruction
• Expect respectful response – yes ma’am
• Say what you mean and mean what you say- follow through!
• Give 5 minute preparation for what you’re going to ask them to do (5 minute warning before we get out of the pool)
Pitfalls:
• Threatening and repeating- it undermines your authority
• Bribing parent – should not bribe for obedience
• Never negotiate in the midst of conflict – expect obedience
Ask yourself? Does anyone besides you enjoy your children? Are they well-behaved and respectful to others?
Discussion Questions:
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What expectations have you had up to this point when it comes to obedience in your child’s life?
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How has this podcast impacted your perspectives?
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When it comes to the characteristics of obedience, with which does your child(ren) struggle the most? How might you shore up your resolve in these areas?
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What pitfalls given do you most tend to fall into when it comes to parenting?
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What’s one commitment you can make to yourself and your spouse to avoid those pitfalls?
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
Instilling in your child integrity, honor and respect in your child is the key to bringing up a biblical and morally responsible child.
Kids won’t respect authority, laws, or people if you don’t. Lead by example in every area of life.
“Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” Romans 13:1
Teaching kids respect (training phase):
• Starts with respecting you- what they call you, tone and language toward you
-first-time obedience
-teach them to respect your conversations (interrupt rule)
•Sibling respect – instill respect by helping your child be others-centered with their siblings
-peer pressure is only as strong as family identity is weak
-create a sense of family identity through respect among siblings
-be aware of allowing your children to isolate too much
•Others – give respect to adults and others older than you
Discussion Questions:
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What kind of modeling do you do when it comes to respecting laws, authorities and people?
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What changes might you need to make in order to be more respectful yourself, and to teach your kids respect?
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In what ways have you taught your kids to respect you? How have you allowed them to disrespect you?
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Discuss each of the areas of respect discussed and how you might be intentional about establishing respect in each of these areas.
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
Love languages can be helpful to utilize with your kids and help them to be more others-centered.
The 5 Love Languages (Gary Chapman):
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Gifts – giving gifts that express love
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Words of Affirmation – words that affirm
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Physical Touch – holding hands, loving touch
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Quality time – spending intentional one on one time together
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Acts of Service – serving another with desired acts
Speak all five of the languages, but learn how you can best express love to your child’s preference.
You can teach the love languages to your kids to help them be others-centered. (“How can you be encouraging to your brother/sister today?”)
If you’ve never taken the Love Languages quiz, here’s a link: https://5lovelanguages.com/
Discussion Questions:
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What are your love languages as parents?
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Discuss what your kids’ love languages might be.
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How might you help your family come together in awareness of one another’s love languages and intentionally show love to one other?
Episode Notes
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
We all have commons struggle with feeling inadequate in parenting.
4 PHASES OF PARENTING:
0-5 years – Discipline phase – gaining control of your children (establishing your parental right to lead)
• teaching respect, honor, obedience
• delayed obedience is disobedience
• don’t’ say something you’re not going to follow through on – otherwise, you’re training them to be disobedient
• if you get this phase right, every phase after comes easy – if you don’t get control you won’t be able to move to the next phase – you’ll be stuck
6-12 years – Training phase- teaching the hows and whys of behavior. (Children first learn how to act morally, and then they learn how to think morally)
• practicing for the game of life- running drills and practices
• Example: when we go here, here’s how I expect you to behave. If it didn’t go well, follow up on expectations.
• Includes love for God, exchanging courtesies with others, kindness and consideration for others, serving opportunities, respecting boundaries, etc. (helping them to become more others-centered)
13-18 years – Coaching phase- they are in the life game, your influence is diminished, but you can coach them in their interactions
• Make a practice of de-briefing their life situations
18+ years – Friendship phase – you can be friends with your kids – not before this! They need a parent up until the time they are an adult • Friendship is the goal in your child’s adulthood, not the starting point when they’re kids.
When you get the discipline and training phases right, your kids will seek you in the coaching and friendship phase.
If you’ve been getting it wrong, don’t be discouraged - you can still adjust and get it right.
Resources: James Dobson’s parenting collection (The New Dare to Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, and Parenting Isn't for Cowards), Growing Kids God’s Way by Gary and Anne Marie Ezzo
Discussion Questions:
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What did you learn about parenting from this podcast?
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Discuss the phase you are currently in when it comes to your parenting. What challenges have you faced in this phase?
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If you struggle in the area of discipline, what steps would be helpful for you to take in order to have better follow through with your kids?
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Discuss some areas you might be intentional about when it comes to the training phase.
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
•The significance of marriage in parenting is that God has created a family first and foremost in the marriage relationship. A child/children are a welcome part of that family; they are subordinate to the marriage relationship, not the center.
•Practical advice: prioritize spending the first ten minutes at home connecting with your spouse and modeling that in front of your kids.
•Child-centered parenting is incredibly dangerous. Revolving your entire world around your child cultivates self-centered/self-absorbed perspectives in your child that will negatively impact them into adulthood. Marriage-centered parenting cultivates greater security in the life of a child.
•Marital conflict plays a significant role in the life of a child. If an argument starts in front of your kids, ensure that the resolution does as well.
When conflict happens (whether between spouses or between children), practice:
•Repentance- I was wrong
•Forgiveness- will you forgive me
•Restoration- kiss and make up
If you’re struggling with keeping conflict out of the line of your kids, get someone to watch them and go get help. (Sunnybrook has marriage mentor couples or a list of professional counselors to help – contact laurievc@sunnybrookchurch.org)
Your child can find security in witnessing your own dependence upon God in the midst of struggles with or the absence of a spouse.
Discussion Questions:
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Would you say that you have a marriage-centered or child-centered approach to parenting? How has this podcast impacted your perspective on this subject?
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How might you practically invest more in your marital relationship so that your children might experience greater security?
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What are your tendencies when it comes to conflict resolution between you and your spouse? How might you model healthy conflict resolution before your kids?
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How might you help your kids practice healthy conflict resolution within the home?
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In what ways can you practically model dependence upon God in the midst of struggles at home, either between you and your spouse or with your kids?
Episode Notes:
~The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.~
Dads play a major role in the life of a child. The ultimate goal of fatherhood is to move to mutual trust and loyalty.
3 phases:
•Biological- birth them
•Provider- provide for them
•Mutual trust and loyalty- spend quality and quantity time with your kids. This takes effort and sacrifice.
The average father only spends 6 minutes per day with their child. It takes much more than this to be a great dad.
7 things men can do to be intentional with their kids:
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Create a sense of family identity (this is what the _____’s do)
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Love your wife – the best thing you can do for you kids is love their mother
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Respect your kids’ private world- hold in reverence things they share with you
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Keep your promises- be a person of your word and follow through
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Give your kids the freedom to fail
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Be an encourager
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Give physical touch (hug/wrestle with your boys, hug your daughters)
Discussion Questions:
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What kind of dad did you grow up with? Or without?
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Dads, what are some ways you can be deliberate about spending more time with your kids in order to build mutual trust and loyalty?
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Discuss each of the 7 things you can do to be intentional with your kids. What are some practical ways to live those out?
Episode Notes:
Being known as a good parent is the greatest endeavor in life. The overall goal of parenting is to bring up a biblically and morally responsible child.
Where do you start?
•Starts with mom and dad being the example: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.” Deuteronomy 6:4-9
•“Love the Lord your God” is much more caught than taught, more modeled than mandated. Whatever you expect your child to do, you must live it out.
Two extremes to avoid:
•Authoritarian style
•Permissive parent
*Parenting doesn’t start with friendship – it progresses there when your children are adults.
Kids are different, but always raise your child to a standard, don’t lower a standard to your child. Give the moral reason why when disciplining your kids. (Ex. – Don’t run into the road – here’s why- you might get hurt. Don’t run in church – you may injure another.)
*Be intentional! Instruct your child on behavior expectations and why before you get in a situation.
Discussion Questions:
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What was the parenting style of your parents? Up to this point, what has been your parenting style?
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What things have you been intentional about in parenting your kids? What things would you like to be more intentional about when it comes to parenting your kids?
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Discuss some situations where you might give the moral reason why, when disciplining your kids or when preparing them for an environment they are about to enter.
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What things are you intentionally modeling in your life that you’d like your kids to emulate?
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What changes might you want to make to be intentional about bringing up a biblically and morally responsible child?
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Andre Moubarak sits down with Pastor Jeff to continue his conversation about Israel and his experiences there as a Palestinian Christian and a tour guide. Check it out.
For more from Andre please visit - https://www.twinstours.com/
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Andre Moubarak sits down with Pastor Jeff to talk about Israel and his experiences there as a Palestinian Christian and a tour guide. Check it out.
For more from Andre please visit - https://www.twinstours.com/
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Lydia Miller, continues the conversation with special guests, Nick and Alexa. Today we talk more about marriage, starting a God honoring relationship, and the fun and challenges of dating. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Lydia Miller, talks with special guests, Nick and Alexa. Today we talk about marriage, starting a God honoring relationship, and the fun and challenges of dating. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode not only talk with Pastor Jeff, we have brought in a special guest, his wife Beth. Today we are continuing on in our talk about marriage, unpacking love, relationship, the glory and the disfunction of it all and the power in honoring God despite it all. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode not only talk with Pastor Jeff, we have brought in a special guest, his wife Beth. Today we are talking about marriage, unpacking love, relationship, the glory and the disfunction of it all and the power in honoring God despite it all. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode we ask Pastor Jeff about the conflicts happening in Israel, the tension between Israel and Palestine and how all of this relates to the Bible and the "end times." Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode we ask Pastor Jeff about the conflicts happening in Israel, the tension between Israel and Palestine and how all of this relates to the Bible and the "end times." Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode with Christmas quickly approaching we are taking an in depth look at the story of Jesus, the true story of Christmas. Have you ever wondered how it really played out? Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode with Christmas quickly approaching we are taking an in depth look at the story of Jesus, the true story of Christmas. Have you ever wondered how it really played out? Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Pastor Jeff answers questions about communion, the why, the where it came from and what makes is so important in our day to day life as believers. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Pastor Jeff touches on the topic of baptism, what the bible says about it and why it’s important for anyone who believes in Jesus as their savior. . Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Pastor Jeff touches on questions about the church, how to resolve conflict and honestly what the Bible says about existing with one another. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this episode Pastor Jeff touches on questions about the church, specifically the leadership roll of Elders. He will talk about how they are chosen, why they are important and who holds them accountable. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff looks at questions about the church and what it’s all about. Today we talk about giving and tithing, what they are, and why both are important. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff looks at questions about the church and what it’s all about. Today we talk about what it looks like to belong to a church and the benefits of church membership. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff looks at the questions of what is holiness and is holiness something for un in our everyday life? Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff talks about the importance and the power of prayer and how it’s a conversation with God that may be easier than you think. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at how we better pursue our relationship with God, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at if God has a plan for our lives, what that plan looks like, and how we even begin getting there, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at the sovereignty of God and how He is rule and reign over all things, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at the sufficiency of God and how He is complete, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at a God who is always good, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at God who sees and knows all things, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about different characteristics of God and how understanding them can better our everyday life. In this episode Pastor Jeff takes a deeper look at God who is everywhere, check it out.
Over the next few episodes we will be looking at the 10 Values We Believe at Sunnybrook Community Church. These values don’t just impact the way we view and accomplish ministry, they are the driving force for living out our vision; “Seeking those who don't know Jesus, growing those who do, sending those who will.” The values we are talking about in this episode are, “Loving relationships should permeate every aspect of church life,” and “Life change happens best in small groups.” Check it out!
Over the next few episodes our Family Ministry Team will be talking with Dr. Chinwe Williams the founder and owner of Meaningful Solutions Counseling & Consulting and a Licensed Professional Counselor about the dynamics of balancing life and family and the transitions children experience as they move through life experiences. In this talk Sarah Mitchell asks questions about navigating the trauma and grief that comes with having a special needs child and the tools we need to help children and families as their special needs child grows older and begins the developmental stages of life. Check it out!
Over the next few episodes our Family Ministry Team will be talking with Dr. Chinwe Williams the founder and owner of Meaningful Solutions Counseling & Consulting and a Licensed Professional Counselor about the dynamics of balancing life and family and the transitions children experience as they move through life experiences. In this talk Beth Thelander asks questions about the importance of secure attachments and the best way to affirm and encourage our children. Check it out!
Over the next few episodes our Family Ministry Team will be talking with Dr. Chinwe Williams the founder and owner of Meaningful Solutions Counseling & Consulting and a Licensed Professional Counselor about the dynamics of balancing life and family, and the transitions children experience as they navigate life experiences. In this talk Erich Erdman asks questions about fostering resilience in Middle and High Schoolers and how to help students deal with the grief of losing a loved one. Check it out!
Over the next few episodes we will be looking at the 10 Values We Believe at Sunnybrook Community Church. These values don’t just impact the way we view and accomplish ministry, they are the driving force for living out our vision; “Seeking those who don't know Jesus, growing those who do, sending those who will.” The values we are talking about in this episode are, “Christ followers should manifest authenticity and yearn for continuous growth,” and “A church should operate as a unified community of servants, with men and woman stewarding their spiritual gifts.” Check it out!
Over the next few episodes we will be looking at the 10 Values We Believe at Sunnybrook Community Church. These values don’t just impact the way we view and accomplish ministry, they are the driving force for living out our vision; “Seeking those who don't know Jesus, growing those who do, sending those who will.” The value we are talking about in this episode are, “That lost people matter to God, and therefore ought to matter to the Church.” Check it out!
Over the next few episodes we will be looking at the 10 Values We Believe at Sunnybrook Community Church. These values don’t just impact the way we view and accomplish ministry, they are the driving force for living out our vision; “Seeking those who don't know Jesus, growing those who do, sending those who will.” The first two values we are talking about in this episode are, “That biblical teaching is the catalyst for transformation in individuals' lives and in the Church,” and “That lost people matter to God, and therefore ought to matter to the Church.” Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Today we talk with Pastor Jeff about what the Bible says about woman in ministry and how those scriptures relate to the Church and Christianity today. Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with B.J. Van Kalsbeek and talking about what we can do to support our family members and friends when they have lost a loved one. Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with B.J. Van Kalsbeek and talking through one of the tougher subjects; where to turn when you have lost a loved one. Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with Beth Thelander our Kids Ministry Director. She will be sharing on some amazing topics like, how can we help our kids grow in their faith and what to look for to know your child is growing spiritually. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with Erich Erdman and focusing in on teens and mental health. We will be looking at what the church is doing to help students and what parents can do to help their children. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with Laurie Van Cura and are continuing on with our topic of how to study the Bible. Today we are taking a look at the mindset and the power of using your imagination when diving into the Bible. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Today we are starting a mini-series where we pull in other staff members and get wisdom from areas and topics they are passionate about. In this talk we are joined with Laurie Van Cura and are looking into how to study the Bible and how keep consistency as we continue on into the year. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is continuing on in his conversation about the church, why it exists and the benefit of being part of community. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff talks about the church why it exists and the benefit of being part of community. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff talks about the reality of the Holy Spirit and what it means to speak in tongues. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff talks about the topic of Tithing in the Bible and whether or not that is something we need to do today. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff touches on one of your questions, the topic of sex before marriage. Over the next few minutes he answers; the power of our choices, why this topic matters and what we can learn about it from the Bible. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is revisiting the phrase "He descended into hell," and takes another look at what the Bible says about where Jesus actually went after He died and before He rose again. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff talks about the challenges we face when someone we know commits suicide, where it comes up in the Bible and how we can deal with depression in our everyday life. Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff touches on some pretty spicy topics; tattoos, drinking, and gambling, are you interested? Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff continues his conversation about Christianity and its similarities and differences to other religions. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff takes a look at Christianity and its similarities and differences to other religions. He also touches on the reality of why we choose Jesus and what sets him apart from other religious leaders. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff answers some questions we weren't able to get to on Sunday; "What do we do when someone we love makes terrible life choices?", and "What do I do if my significant other and I are not on the same page about God?" Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff touches on a topic that can be very challenging for all parents; what we do when our kids get older and start making decisions that we as parents know will be challenging for their life. Have you ever feared your kids would make the wrong decisions and wondered what to do when you’re right in the middle of it? Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about what feels like the seven deadly sins...... but seriously, why temper tantrums, what do we do with whining and lying, gossip, and tattling. Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about what it looks like to live the Gospel in our families. This may be a foreign concept to you and I know it sounds easy but repentance and forgiveness are more than a cheap, quick, "I'm sorry." Whether you know the difference or not, check this out, you may be able to relate more than you think you can.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the four characteristics of obedience and the difference between disciplining an action from getting to the bottom of a heart condition. Whether you knew there was a difference or not, this talk is for you. Check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about respect, but more than the age old saying "respecting our elders." Check this out and see the importance of building the right character blocks in your children and how that will greatly benefit them as an adult.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. Have you ever told one or all of your children, "I love you, I just don't like you right now." If you haven't said it out loud there is a good chance that you at least thought it once or twice, well be encouraged your in the right place. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about loving our kids and diving into not only giving love, but receiving love as well, check this out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the parenting and what it looks like to have relationship with your children as they grow up. Today he touches on, discipline, training, coaching, and friendship. What phase of parenting do you fall in? Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the importance of marriage. When does a family begin, when is the best time to have children and who wins, spouse or kids?!? You wont want to miss this one, check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about questions in parenting we all want to know more about. What is the goal of parenting, when does it begin, what do we do when we have a tough child, and many more, check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the importance of being a Dad and the impact it can make on more than just your own kids, check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the afterlife, the great beyond, and the mystery of life after death. Seriously though he will be answering tough questions like; Is Hell a real place? Where is heaven? Who will be there? And many more, check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff answers the question we have ALL been wondering about.... "What will happen in the future?" But seriously, He is touching on; How do we know Jesus is coming back, What should we feel about it? What will actually happen? And how can we prepare for it? Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is talking about the complexities of Good and Evil. He will answer some of the harder questions like; Why is there evil in the world and if there is so much evil, why does God allow it? Check it out.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is taking a look at the reality of our salvation. Today he is touching on, how we know we are saved, what comes from our salvation, and what does the transition from this life to the afterlife look like. Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is taking a deeper look at salvation; Why do we need it? Why did Jesus have to die? And what was the plan for the people in the Old Testament. You might just be shocked what you find out, check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is answering more questions about the man Jesus, what do other religions say, why did Jesus have to die on the cross and was that the plan all along? Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff is answering questions about the man Jesus, where He falls into history, what His life looked like outside the Bible and how do we know He was the Son of God. Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff answers questions about the behind the scenes side of God, the Holy Spirit and don't be fooled He is not a ghost. However Jeff will take a look at, who the Holy Spirit is, where He came from and what He is doing in the world today. Are you ready to solve this mystery together? Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff takes a look at the existence of God. Who He is, How can we know He is real and do all religions worship the same God. Whether you have ever struggled with the reality of God or have known Him for a long time, check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about a Sunday morning. In this talk we are taking another look at the Bible. Let's be honest, we all know it, the book as a whole is big, overwhelming, and what is the KJV anyway? Today we are looking at where to start, how to make it personal, finding those answers for everyday life and how we can trust it. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk we are taking a real look at the Bible. If you're not familiar it's that hotel room drawer filler or the really heavy book collecting dust on your grandparents coffee table. Whether or not you have ever opened up the cover of a Bible or perused the pages, this talk is for you. We will ask and answer honest questions like, where did the Bible come from, who actually wrote the books and does it in any way have value. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff tackles more hard questions about the reality of trusting God, what Gods role is and what it looks like in our day to day life. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff tackles some hard questions about the reality of trusting God, is it possible, and what does it look like in our everyday life. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff takes a look forward and the future of Sunnybrook Church, the vision, how it's changed through the years, the importance of truly loving the community around you. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff takes a look back into his start at Sunnybrook Church, why he came, the move for his family, holding onto a call from God and the start of the vision that made Sunnybrook Church what it is today. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. In this talk Pastor Jeff tackles a couple of heavy hitters sent in by you, including, the plan God has for your life. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Check out this talk form Pastor Jeff as he takes a deeper look into the thought of how “God won’t give us more than we can handle.” Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Check out this talk form Pastor Jeff as he takes a modern look at an age old idea, confession. I know I know, we shouldn’t have to tell everyone our business right, but what if it was different. Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Check out this talk form Pastor Jeff as he talks about everyday trials and the influence they can have in our life. The best part, trials don't have the last word. Check this out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Check out this talk form Pastor Jeff as he talks about the power of accountability, what it is, how we start those relationships and what they look like in everyday life.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Check this talk out form Pastor Jeff as he talks about the power of living life in community and the freedom of not doing life alone.
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Today we are talking with Pastor Jeff about prayer. Jeff will touch on what prayer looks like, how we pray, what happens when our prayers don't get answered and so much more. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Today we are talking with Pastor Jeff about the Bible. What makes it a credible book? How does it make a difference when we read it? And helping figure out the importance, and the how, of practically applying it to our daily lives. Check it out!
Welcome to the Sunnybrook Unscripted Podcast where we talk real life, answer hard questions, and take a deeper practical look at the topics we talk about on a Sunday morning. Today we are talking with Pastor Jeff about Baptism. What is it? Why is it important? And what does it mean for us in today’s world? Check it out!