Menlo Church Podcasts

Chasing Joy When Suffering | Cheryl Fletcher

Why is there so much suffering when God is all powerful and good? And how do we to chase joy in the midst of suffering? Today we consider what the Bible has to say about the co-existence of suffering and joy, and we’ll hear the story of a member of our Menlo Family who has experienced both. We’ll also hear practical ways to respond to suffering and chase joy.

Take a moment this week to grieve something that has caused you to suffer, while also focusing on something in your life that helps you experience the joy that Jesus offers.

Easter: From Fear to Joy | John Crosby

Experience great music, an inspiring message, and discover the joy that Easter morning brings! We will examine where fear and anxieties have crept into our lives and explore how to replace them with God's promise of joy and abundant life. Easter will kick off a new series of messages we're calling, “Chasing Joy!”

Come to the next series, Chasing Joy, and be filled with joy in April.

Unsubscribe: From Noise to Silence | Adam Hendrix

Many of us are desperate for guidance and direction. Our lives are confusing and complex and we long to hear from God. The good news is that God still speaks. He longs to speak to our souls. But often his voice comes through whispers. If we want to hear the whispers of God, we have to step out of the whirlwind of noise.

Practice Silence and Solitude. Let go of the addiction to noise. Leave the chaos of society.

Unsubscribe: From Comparison to Self-Worth | Matt Stephan

What if you’re living the wrong story? What if day in, day out, you work and work to prove yourself, but proving yourself was never the point? What if? Let's imagine an alternative to looking around to size up your worth. Together, let's explore the idea of unsubscribing from comparison.

This week, we invite you to go to our YouTube channel and watch our Menlo Midweek video when we will take a quick deep dive into next steps for unsubscribing from comparison: http://youtube.com/menlochurch

 

Unsubscribe: From Religion to Relationship | John Crosby

Religious leaders in Jesus's day were more concerned about conformity and reputation than with reaching out to those who were far from God. But Jesus and his followers prioritized saving spiritual lives over "looking religiously obedient." This, of course, put Jesus on a collision course that led to him being nailed to the cross--which ultimately led to the promise of the empty grave.

Take a moment to assess your favorite worship style or service. Then think through what both the most meaningful elements are to you and why and where worship feels out of place for you.

Unsubscribe: From More to Enough | Brett Koerten

"Just a little bit more.” Those five short words often seem to sum up our culture and our endless pursuit of enough. Jesus, however, invites us to turn from this pursuit for more to a life of enough in him. In this talk, we will look at the practice of simplicity and ask how we can become people who first seek God’s kingdom while letting go of things that distract us from it.

Look at your time and possessions and ask, “What can I remove today in order to create more space for the things Jesus values?”

Unsubscribe: From Overwhelm to Rest | Eugene Lee

Most of us are on the go constantly. It's easy to say yes to too many things and life easily gets overwhelming before we know it. Join us as we explore how Jesus offers a way of life that includes surrender and trust—offering us a way to enjoy our life in this world, as well as all of the work we accomplish with his help.

Practice Sabbath. Schedule a day of rest so you can be renewed by life-giving time with God.

Unsubscribe: From Distracted to Present | Cheryl Fletcher

The average iPhone user touches their phone 2,617 times…a day! We obviously have a problem. We’re distracted--but we also long to be present with God and others. Join us as we unpack some practical ways to get present with those you love and the God you love.

Each week in this sermon series, we’ll invite you to UNSUBSCRIBE from something that’s pulling you away from Jesus ---- and we’ll give you a spiritual practice to help you FOCUS on something that brings you closer to Jesus. Go to our website for resources: https://menlo.church/lent

 

What's Your Legacy Becoming? | John Crosby

Generosity is one characteristic of a faith-filled life, but it is often lost in our focus to accumulate. This week we explore how Job's tough life shows how generosity is spiritually formative regardless of our circumstances.

Think about one area of your life where you feel as though your generosity legacy is strongest, as well as an area of your life (giving, service, expressing kindness, passion for justice) where you would not currently be described as generous. What's one small step you can take to establish a legacy in the area where you can grow in generosity?

I Love You, But You're Driving Me Nuts: Your Life is a Garden | Matt Stephan

Do you want your important relationships to grow during this strange season, when people who you love are driving you nuts? Join us for this talk as San Mateo Campus Pastor Matt Stephan shares Bible-based, scientifically backed ways to make relationships grow.

We invite you to put Jesus in charge of your life today. Take a few moments to ask Jesus for help. Tell Jesus that you want to put him in charge.

If you’re asking for the help of Jesus for the first time, we’d love to partner with on your journey—to support you in whatever way we can. Whether you’re watching live right now or later in the week, lets be in this together. If you’re viewing live on our online platform, click ‘request prayer’ to speak with someone now or text Garden to 94000 to pray with someone this week.