Spring Lake Church | Downtown Podcast

Sermon: Out of the MoldTeacher: Pastor Jack GuerraThis message explores what it means to live “out of the mold” in three key relationships:In Relation to Government (Romans 13:1–7)Submit to governing authorities, recognizing their role as God’s servants for justice and order.In Relation to One Another (Romans 13:8–10)Fulfill God’s law by loving your neighbor as yourself.In Relation to Time (Romans 13:11–14)Live with urgency, putting aside darkness and clothing yourself with Christ as you await His return.Watch the full sermon and follow along here:

Sermon: Out of the MoldTeacher: Pastor Adam JacksonThis message explores what it means to live “out of the mold” in three key relationships:In Relation to Government (Romans 13:1–7)Let everyone be subject to governing authorities, understanding that all authority is established by GodIn Relation to One Another (Romans 13:8–10)Fulfill the law through love — love your neighbor as yourself.In Relation to Time (John 13:11–14)As Jesus modeled servant-hearted love, we too are called to serve one anotherWatch the full sermon and follow along here:

In this episode of The Follow Up, Pastors Jeff and Jeff take you deeper into Romans 12 and explore what it means to love sincerely, even when it’s misunderstood.How do you set boundaries without abandoning grace?How do you show mercy to someone who’s hurt you?And what does real, Christ-centered love look like in the face of hostility?We unpack the difference between cultural definitions of love and the sacrificial, transformative love modeled by Jesus. If you’ve ever struggled with forgiveness, accountability, or loving difficult people, this conversation offers practical tools and gospel-centered encouragement.

Love in Action (Romans 12:9-21) | Pastor Jeff PittmanIn this episode, Pastor Jeff Pittman from Spring Lake Church explores what it means to put love into action. Drawing from Romans 12:9-21, you’ll hear how real, Christ-like love transforms our relationships — inside the church, with those who oppose us, and in the face of evil.Key takeaways:• How sincere love shapes Christian community• Why love must extend beyond the church walls• How to overcome evil by doing good and reflecting Jesus’ heartWhether you’re struggling to love those around you or looking for encouragement in your faith walk, this message will inspire you to live out the love of Christ every day.

Love in Action (Romans 12:9-21, 1 Samuel 24) | Pastor Jeff LedererIn this episode, Pastor Jeff Lederer from Spring Lake Church Bellevue unpacks what it means to live out real love in action. Drawing from Romans 12, John 15, and 1 Samuel 24, you’ll discover how to reflect Jesus’ love, extend grace to others — even those who hurt you — and overcome evil with good.Key takeaways:• How sincere love shapes Christian living• Why blessing those who oppose us matters• Lessons from David’s mercy and Saul’s responseThis message offers practical encouragement for anyone seeking to live with grace, humility, and the love of Christ in a broken world.

This week on The Follow Up, Pastors Arlen and Jack sit down with Carrie to unpack Romans 12:1–8. Together they explore what it really means to offer ourselves as living sacrifices — no halfway commitment, no middle ground. From confronting cultural pressure to embracing humility and discovering spiritual gifts, this conversation is packed with practical insight for anyone wanting to grow in their walk with Jesus.

Spring Lake Church May 18 – 20, 2025 ========== Spring Lake Church - Downtown ========== Sermon: From Me to We: Serving in the Body of Christ Teacher: Jack Guerra ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭8‬‬ Serving With Your Whole Life ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭2‬‬ Serving With Humility ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭3‬‬ Serving in Unity and Diversity ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭4‬-‭8‬‬ Spring Lake Church Website Find out more about Spring Lake Church at our website. https://www.springlakechurch.org/Financially Support Spring Lake Church Giving financially is simple. Use the link below to connect with online giving. https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/givingNeed Prayer? We would love to join with you in prayer. Please click the link below to share a prayer request or for more information on the Care Ministries at Spring Lake Church. https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/people/forms/91040

Spring Lake Church May 18 – 20, 2025 ========== Spring Lake Church - Bellevue ========== Sermon: From Me to We: Serving in the Body of Christ Teacher: Arlen Chastain ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭8‬‬ Serving With Your Whole Life ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭1‬-‭2‬‬Serving With Humility ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭3‬‬ Serving in Unity and Diversity‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭4‬-‭8‬‬ Spring Lake Church Website Find out more about Spring Lake Church at our website. https://www.springlakechurch.org/Financially Support Spring Lake Church Giving financially is simple. Use the link below to connect with online giving. https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/givingNeed Prayer? We would love to join with you in prayer. Please click the link below to share a prayer request or for more information on the Care Ministries at Spring Lake Church. https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/people/forms/91040

In this week’s episode of The Follow Up, we unpack Romans chapter 11 and explore how Paul’s message speaks into our own faith journey:Personal Decision over Family HeritageSalvation isn’t passed down through family lines—it requires each person to decide for themselves to follow Christ .Sovereignty and Human ResponsibilityWe wrestle with how God’s sovereign plan and our choices fit together in the story of redemption.The Faithful RemnantDiscover what Paul means by the “faithful remnant” and why it matters for the covenant community today ► Subscribe for new episodes every weekStay connected, dive deeper in Scripture, and join the conversation!#Romans11 #FaithJourney #Covenant #ChristianPodcast #TheFollowUpPodcaster

In “One God, One Gospel, One People,” Pastor Ryan Groshek walks through Romans 11:1–36, showing how God’s unbreakable covenant with Israel opens the door for Gentiles to be grafted in by faith. He explores the preserved remnant, the enlarged family of believers, and the promise that “all Israel” will be saved. This Christ-centered teaching reminds us to stand in awe of God’s mercy and to share His kindness with others. Perfect for your commute or quiet time.

In Romans 11, Paul unveils the mystery of how God is saving both Jews and Gentiles by grace. In this message, Pastor Adam Jackson walks through how God preserves a faithful remnant, grafts Gentiles into His people, and ultimately unites all who believe in Christ.A sermon full of hope and awe at God’s mercy and plan.Scripture: Romans 11:1–36 | Speaker: Adam JacksonCome discover the depth of God's wisdom and the beauty of His mercy.

Welcome back to The Follow Up, where we recap this week's sermon so you can grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus! This week, join Bill Van Kirk, Jack Guerra, and Carrie Vajko as we continue our study of Romans, diving further into chapter 9 and exploring the importance of our motivation for the good works we do, not for salvation, but from our salvation.  We are not saved by works, but by faith in Christ Jesus.Subscribe for more in-depth discussions and weekly updates on our biblical seriesFind Study Guides at springlakechurch.org/study-guides Connect with us!springlakechurch.org/getconnectedspringlakechurch.orgNeed Prayer? We’d love to pray for you!springlakechurch.org/prayer

Spring Lake ChurchMay 4 – 6, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Downtown==========Sermon: Reduced to ReligionTeacher: Bill Van KirkWrong Belief‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭30‬-‭33‬‬What then shall we say? That the Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have obtained it, a righteousness that is by faith; but the people of Israel, who pursued the law as the way of righteousness, have not attained their goal. Why not? Because they pursued it not by faith but as if it were by works. They stumbled over the stumbling stone. As it is written: “See, I lay in Zion a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall, and the one who believes in him will never be put to shame.”‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭1‬-‭7‬‬Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is that they may be saved. For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’

Spring Lake ChurchMay 4 – 6, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Bellevue==========Sermon: Reduced to ReligionTeacher: Jack Guerra‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭30‬-‭33‬‬‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭1‬-‭21‬‬Wrong Belief‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭30‬-‭32‬‬How to Believe‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭10‬‬Sharing Belief‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭14‬-‭16‬‬Spring Lake Church WebsiteFind out more about Spring Lake Church at our website.https://www.springlakechurch.org/Financially Support Spring Lake ChurchGiving financially is simple. Use the link below to connect with online giving.https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/givingNeed Prayer?We would love to join with you in prayer. Please click the link below to share a prayer request or for more information on the Care Ministries at Spring Lake Church.https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/people/forms/91040

Welcome back to The Follow Up, where we recap this week's sermon so you can grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus! This week, join Adam Jackson, Jack Guerra, and Bill as we continue our study of Romans, diving into chapter 9 and scratching the surface of the complicated question of predestination and God's plan.Subscribe for more in-depth discussions and weekly updates on our biblical series.

Spring Lake ChurchApr 27 – 29, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Downtown==========Sermon: God's Perfect PlanTeacher: Jack Guerra‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭1‬-‭29‬‬God's Word Doesn't Fail‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭6‬‬It is not as though God’s word had failed. For not all who are descended from Israel are Israel.God's Purposes Don't Fail‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭11‬‬Yet, before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad—in order that God’s purpose in election might stand:God's Glory Remains‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭23‬-‭24‬‬What if he did this to make the riches of his glory known to the objects of his mercy, whom he prepared in advance for glory— even us, whom he also called, not only from the Jews but also from the Gentiles?We Need to Leave Room for God to Be GodSpring Lake Church WebsiteFind out more about Spring Lake Church at our website.https://www.springlakechurch.org/Financially Support Spring Lake ChurchGiving financially is simple. Use the link below to connect with online giving.https://slcgroups.churchc

Spring Lake ChurchApr 27th, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Bellevue==========Sermon: God's Perfect PlanTeacher: Adam JacksonGod's Word Doesn't Fail‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭1‬-‭8‬‬God's Purposes Don't Fail‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭9‬-‭21‬‬God's Glory Remains‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭22‬-‭29‬‬Leave Room for God to Be GodSpring Lake Church WebsiteFind out more about Spring Lake Church at our website.https://www.springlakechurch.org/Financially Support Spring Lake ChurchGiving financially is simple. Use the link below to connect with online giving.https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/givingNeed Prayer?We would love to join with you in prayer. Please click the link below to share a prayer request or for more information on the Care Ministries at Spring Lake Church.https://slcgroups.churchcenter.com/people/forms/91040

Spring Lake ChurchApr 20, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Bellevue==========Sermon: Romans RoadTeacher: Jack GuerraThe Bumpy Road - The Reality of Sin‭‭Romans‬ ‭3‬:‭23‬‬for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,‭‭Romans‬ ‭6‬:‭23‬‬For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.Road Repair - God’s Rescue Plan‭‭Romans‬ ‭6‬:‭23‬‬For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬‬But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭13‬‬If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is

Spring Lake ChurchApr 20, 2025==========Spring Lake Church - Downtown==========Sermon: Romans RoadTeacher: Bill Van KirkThe Bumpy Road - The Reality of Sin‭‭Romans‬ ‭3‬:‭23‬‬for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,‭‭Romans‬ ‭6‬:‭23‬‬For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.Road Repair - God’s Rescue Plan‭‭Romans‬ ‭6‬:‭23‬‬For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬‬But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.‭‭Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭13‬‬If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord i

Welcome back to The Follow Up, where we recap this week's sermon so you can grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus! This week, join Ryan Groshek, Jack Guerra, and Carrie Vajko as we continue our study of Romans, diving into chapter 8 verses 28 through 30 and discussing what it really means for God to work for the good of those who love Him.Subscribe for more in-depth discussions and weekly updates on our biblical seriesFind Study Guides at springlakechurch.org/study-guides Connect with us!springlakechurch.org/getconnectedspringlakechurch.orgNeed Prayer? We’d love to pray for you!springlakechurch.org/prayer