Canyon Hills Wasco: Recent Episodes
Fern Segura
Pastor Fern preached about Jesus' miraculous feeding of the 5,000, highlighting how God can multiply whatever we offer Him, exceeding our expectations in the process.
Pastor Fern preaches on the second sign in the book of John chapter 4. Can you take Jesus at His word?
Pastor Fern preaches on the first sign in the book of John that leads us to believe that Jesus is the Christ , the Son of God!
Pastor Fern talks about the danger of unforgiveness and teaches us that we can pursue God through the way we handle pain caused by peoples words or actions.
Pastor Fern discusses the beauty of generosity and the importance of giving as a way to grow in our discipleship.
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The Israelites desired a fallible king, which came at a significant cost. Similarly, we can be tempted to desire what everyone else has, often at a great expense. It's important to remember that good opportunities are not always God-opportunities.
How can we discern God's best for our lives? How can we align our desires with His and submit our will to His? We hope this message challenges you and draws you closer to the Lord.
J. I. Packer noted that a particular kind of gospel ministry can be unintentionally cruel. He explained that the harmful teaching suggests that becoming a Christian will make your life easier, giving the impression that you'll lead a trouble-free existence. This belief can result in Christians experiencing "bitter disillusionment".
How do handle trials and temptation? Do you pass or do you pass out?
We pray that this message challenges you and brings you closer to the Lord.
Saul arrived in Damascus as a different man. Rather than a raging bull, a blind man held by the hand as he entered the city. This journey altered the entirety of his remaining life. As God used Saul, he can use you to bring Him honor and glory.
Pastor Fern talks about what we can learn from the low moments of discouragement in the life of Elijah and on a personal level. After hearing this heartfelt leadership session, we're confident that you'll be rejuvenated and inspired to keep pressing forward.
Conversion is a miracle of God's grace. Saul was a man on a mission but it all changed when he met Jesus on the Damascus road. Acts 9 shows us that you're not too far gone to be encountered by God.
**The pursuit of Godliness should be the primary motivation behind our spiritual disciplines, with scripture and prayer serving as fundamental tools to guide and deepen this spiritual journey.
Pastor Fern discusses the significance of Scripture and prayer, offering guidance on how to maintain these practices over the long term.
We'd love for you to join us in-person next Thursday at 7pm in the Fireside room.**
Pastor Fern explains the significance of the interaction between Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts chapter 8. When the eunuch asked, "Who is the prophet speaking about, himself or someone else?" (Acts 8:34), although the prophet might not have known, Philip did, because the prophecy had been fulfilled in his time.
Pastor Fern shares 4 actions that cultivate anticipation:
1. Be Ready
2. Be Punctual
3. Serve
4 Spill
In light of the Christian church's hesitancy regarding Halloween, Pastor Fern outlines the appropriate Christian perspective on the matter.
Our battle is not against flesh and blood, but it's a cosmic warfare. Without recognizing the battle, we remain unprepared for the fight. Many of us venture out without putting on our spiritual armor and then wonder why we're so vulnerable to spiritual attacks.
Pastor Fern teaches us on the Crusades at the end of the 11th Century and what we can learn from such a dark time in Church history.
What happens when the Christian church has it too good? Pastor Fern talks about the church during the time of Constantine's reign and the pros and cons of the legalization of Christianity.
We embark on a journey through history to unravel the intricate process by which the scriptures were carefully canonized.
The book of Acts describes the expansion of the first century church when the believers were empowered and guides by the Holy Spirit.
It's one thing to be discouraged and another to stay discouraged. Pastor Fern takes us on a journey in the Bible to learn from different people on what to do when we face discouragement.
Pastor Fern shares three observations from the story of Jericho that can level-us-up in our walks with Christ.
Joshua was born a slave but that didn't stop God from doing amazing things through him. He didn't allow his past to dictate his future. If you've had a rough past, we pray that this message is of encouragement to you.
Does your life radiate the good news of the Gospel?
Pastor Fern takes us through the book of Luke 24:13-35.
We pray that this message blesses and encourages you in your walk with Christ.
Pastor Fern sets the tone for Holy Week with the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
Matthew 16:21-23
Has anyone ever caused you tremendous pain? Pastor Fern talks about the importance of forgiveness and the damage of living with remorse and resentment.
Do you ever wonder how you can receive God's favor? Pastor Fern talks about how we can position ourselves to see God's mighty hand move powerfully in our lives.
Pastor Fern speaks to leaders and volunteers during a Team Night at Canyon Hills Wasco about ministering out of anointing and not out of insecurity.
We pray that you are encouraged with this sermon from Pastor Fern as he talks about Jesus overcoming temptation during his 40 day fast in the wilderness.
Teaching passage: Matthew 4:1-11
Pastor Fern kicks-off 21 Days of Gain with a sermon on why we need to fast.
Teaching Passage Matthew 6:16-18
Do find yourself in complicated situations often? Joseph and Mary found themselves in a rather complex situation, but despite the odds they pressed through and were a part of God's redeeming plan! Pastor Fern talks about what it takes to fully see God's plan over your life.
We have had encounters with God that have marked our lives, but even then we have still found ourselves internally divided. There are desires within us that don't align with God. There is a war within us. How can we get to Marry's disposition to God's will? Pastor Fern talks about the key to desire God's will over our lives.
Josh Mendoza
Jesus paid the price to release us from sin. We aren’t bound by sin but now we are redeemed.
Romans 2:13-29
Jews had the Law and the Old Testament, Christians have the entire Bible and the Holy Spirit. The full revelation of God through Jesus Christ. When we know the truth, but act differently we defile God. We can't only be hearers, but also doers.
Josh Mendoza on Romans 2.
God is rich in kindness, but His love should lead us to change. All unrepentant sin will be judged.
Romans 1: 18-32
We need to understand the wrath of God to understand the grace of God.
This is a heavy episode.
Romans 1:8-17
Paul desired to strengthen the infant church since it lied in the shadows, overcast by Roman power and pagan practices.
The more you impart, the more you receive. The more that you receive the more that you impart.
Paul's highest virtue was that he was a slave to Jesus.
Freedom according to the world is slavery to the flesh, but only in being a slave to Jesus do we find true freedom.
"Sooner than later, as people begin to gather in community, do they start to observe, judge, and classify each other"
-Dietrich Bonhoeffer
"The goal of all Christian community is to encounter one another as bringers of the message of salvation"-Dietrich Bonhoeffer
"Whoever can not be alone should beware of community. Whoever cannot stand being in community should beware of being alone."