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Neighborhood Church PodcastRadical Roots, Part 1: To the Ends of the Earth // Forrest JenanWhat if the most influential movement in history began with a handful of ordinary, uncertain people? The Book of Acts tells the story of how a small group, convinced something extraordinary had happened, carried a message that reshaped cultures and lives.
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2026-03-0140 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastIt's Our Turn // Forrest JenanMany people long for connection, purpose, and a place to belong. What if the next step isn’t finding the right place, but helping create it for someone else?
In It’s Our Turn, Forrest Jenan explores how simple acts of service open the doors for hope, community, and faith to grow in real, everyday life together for everyone.
2026-02-2236 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBeyond the Playbook, Part 2: Trust the Process // Forrest JenanWe don’t rise to the occasion; we default to our training. When life gets heavy, we rely on what has been shaped inside us.
In Part 2 of Beyond the Playbook, discover how simple, daily rhythms create the right conditions for a life of purpose, allowing deep transformation to take root so you can play the game with confidence.
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2026-02-0817 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBeing Human, Part 4: Giving My One Life Away // Forrest JenanWhat am I doing with my life? This questions usually shows up around big moments—birthdays, transitions, burnout—or late at night when everything finally quiets down. Deep down, there’s a desire to believe our lives are pointed toward something meaningful—something worth the energy we’re giving to it.
In Part 4 of Being Human, Forrest Jenan leans into a simple but challenging idea: our lives are already being given away, one day and one decision at a time. The real question isn’t if we’ll give them away, but what we’re giving them to.
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2026-02-0240 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBeing Human, Part 3: Identity & Sexuality // Forrest JenanMost of us feel the pressure to explain who we are—what defines us, what makes us matter, and how we should be seen. In a world where everything feels fluid and constantly changing, that pressure can be exhausting. When identity becomes something you have to build, edit, and defend, it never really feels finished.
In Part 3 of Being Human, Forrest Jenan explores a deeper question beneath all the noise: Who gets to define you? Through an ancient story and an honest look at our cultural moment, we’ll consider what it means to be known before we p...
2026-01-2543 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBeing Human: Part 1 - Why Our Bodies Matter // Forrest JenanFor many, living in a human body feels less like a gift and more like a daily battle. Whether it is chronic pain, anxiety, or body image struggles, it is easy to feel betrayed by your own skin. This reality can leave you wondering if your physical self—limitations and all—actually matters, or if it is just an obstacle to endure.
In Part 1 of our series Being Human, Forrest Jenan explores the idea that your body is not a mistake to escape. Forrest uncovers an Jesus-centered perspective that validates your physical experience and offers a way for...
2026-01-1140 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastLight in the Darkness: Christmas Eve at Neighborhood // Forrest JenanWhat do you do when you can’t see what’s next—and the waiting starts to wear you down? Most of us carry a quiet how question into Christmas: How will this work out? How do I get through this? How long can I keep waiting? We don’t always say it out loud, and we’re not always sure who to ask. Yet that feeling of being disoriented, stuck, or unsure is more common than we admit.
This Christmas Eve, we explored what it means to find direction when clarity is missing. Not by pretending life is ti...
2025-12-2523 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThe Way Home, Part 3: The Way of Love // Forrest JenanIt is possible to survive the hardest days of our lives yet still feel lost when the crisis is over. When we are stuck in the past or weighed down by how we’ve been hurt, we might be physically present, but we aren't truly free.
In Part 3 of The Way Home, Forrest Jenan looks at how Jesus’ way of love—often dismissed as soft or impractical—is actually the most powerful, pragmatic strategy for navigating a chaotic world and healing deep fractures.
YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/8RRp4X2Rl2s
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2025-12-2147 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThe Way Home, Part 2: The Way of Life // Forrest JenanA life that feels meaningful, connected, and whole is something we all want—especially at Christmas. But somewhere along the way, relationships can fray, distance grows, and we’re left wondering how to fix what’s broken without making it worse.
In Part 2 of The Way Home, Forrest Jenan invites us to see reconciliation as a way of life—one that restores what’s been separated, heals division, and helps us move through the world with the same grace we celebrate in the Christmas story.
YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/qBNNEWs6r4k
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2025-12-1441 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThe Way Home, Part 1: Dead Ends // Forrest JenanLife rarely falls apart all at once; usually, we just drift until we wonder, "How did I get here?" Willpower alone often fails to get us back on track, but Christmas offers a different hope: help comes to find us.
In Part 1 of The Way Home, Forrest Jenan explores the "quiet drift" of life and the Christmas promise of a God who comes to the rescue. If you feel lost or stuck, this message offers a powerful reminder: you don’t have to navigate your way back alone.
YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/-4nmRduRNZM
2025-12-0737 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastHardwired, Part 4: To Self-Destruct // Forrest JenanThere are moments when we wonder why we keep tripping over the same patterns—repeating choices that hurt our relationships, our future, and even how we see ourselves. There’s a built-in drift toward self-destruction and shame that shapes more of our decisions than we realize
But there’s real hope. Jesus doesn’t enter our lives to point out what’s wrong—He comes to lift the weight we’ve been carrying: regret, secrets, and the parts of ourselves we avoid.
In Part 4 of Hardwired, Forrest Jenan invites us to see Jesus as the One who carrie...
2025-11-3039 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastHardwired, Part 3: To Follow the Path of Least Resistance // Forrest JenanWe all feel the pull toward what’s easier—avoiding the hard conversation, putting off the change we know we need, staying comfortable. Jesus understood this wiring long before science named it.
In Part 3 of Hardwired, Forrest Jenan looks at the two paths we all choose between every day: the one that feels easy in the moment and the one that leads to the kind of life we deeply want. Why do we fight against the very choices that bring growth, peace, and real transformation? How does Jesus offer the strength we need to take the harder, bett...
2025-11-2346 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastA Better Way To Read the Bible // Forrest JenanMost of us have tried reading the Bible and walked away thinking, “I don’t get it.” That’s because we all read the Bible through a particular lens — and sometimes those lenses make it harder to see what’s really there.
In this message, we discover a better way to read the Bible — one that brings clarity instead of confusion. When you see it through the lens of Jesus, the story comes alive, and you might just see yourself differently too.
YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/IlMJa3DcXzk
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2025-11-0236 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastHow To Stop What’s Stopping You, Part 2: Don’t Say Don’t // Forrest JenanWe all have something we’re trying to stop—an unhealthy pattern, a habit gone too far, or a thought that won’t let go. Most of the time, we tell ourselves, “Don’t.” But no matter how strong our willpower is, the “don’t” cycle rarely works for long. It keeps us stuck, exhausted, and ashamed when we can’t hold it together.
In Part 2 of How to Stop What’s Stopping You, Forrest talks about what to do when willpower runs out. There’s a better way to move forward: surrender. When you reach the end of “don’t,” and fina...
2025-10-2637 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThirty Words, Part 6: Share in God’s Life // Forrest JenanMost of us know what it feels like to run on empty—busy, distracted, and worn out. We keep trying to catch our breath, but nothing seems to refill us for long.
In the final installment of our Thirty Words series, Forrest Jenan talks about staying connected to the source of life itself. Jesus invites us to make our home in Him—not to try harder, but to live with a steady awareness that He’s with us, giving us what we need to truly breathe again.
2025-10-1238 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThirty Words, Part 5: Shut Down Religion // Forrest JenanMost of us know what it feels like to get burned by religion — the pressure to perform, the guilt that never quite lifts, the endless cycle of trying harder to be “good enough.” Maybe you’ve felt the weight of it, or maybe you’ve just watched how it can twist something beautiful into something heavy.
What if the spiritual life you’ve been searching for isn’t about trying to reach God at all, but realizing He’s already come close?
In Part 5 of Thirty Words, Forrest Jenan explores one of Jesus’ most surprising missions: to bring...
2025-10-0542 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThirty Words, Part 2: Show Us God’s Love // Forrest JenanDeep down, every person wonders if love can actually be trusted. We all long for a kind of love that isn’t just talk but shows up, steps in, and proves itself when it costs something. That ache for real, reliable love is at the heart of human experience.
In Part 2 of our Thirty Words series, we’re looking at how Jesus embodies that kind of love. Forrest Jenan explores the claim that God came to show us what love looks like in action.
Whether you’re skeptical or curious, this is an invitation to discov...
2025-09-1447 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThirty Words, Part 1: God With Us // Forrest JenanEvery generation longs for good news—something strong enough to break through fear, grief, and confusion. The Christian story begins with just that: God stepped into our world in Jesus to show us what He is really like.
In Part 1 of our series Thirty Words, Forrest Jenan explore the simple announcement at the heart of faith and discover how thirty words can carry hope powerful enough to change everything.
YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/QhbgR9e-ZjA
2025-09-0738 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastStaring at the Ceiling, Part 3: Why Am I Here? // Forrest JenanAt some point, most of us find ourselves staring at the ceiling, wondering if our lives really matter. We get caught in endless routines, distracted by busyness or numbing out with screens, but deep down we long to know that our days add up to something bigger than ourselves. That quiet question … Why am I here? …isn’t just about existence, it’s about significance.
This week in Staring at the Ceiling, we’ll look at a moment from Jesus’ life where he uncovered what gets in the way of living with purpose. What if the meaning you’re searc...
2025-08-2544 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastStaring at the Ceiling, Part 1: How Did I Get Here? // Forrest JenanRegret has a way of keeping us up at night—eyes locked on the ceiling, replaying the past like it might finally give us a different ending. But it never does. Instead, the weight just sits there, asking quietly but relentlessly: How did I get here?
In the story of Peter, one of Jesus’ closest friends, we see that regret doesn’t have to be the end of the story. There’s a place where the past can remind you, but it doesn’t have to define you—and that place is closer than you think.
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2025-08-1040 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastSeven Deadly Sins, Part 6: Wrath // Forrest JenanYou don’t need to turn green and smash things to know what it feels like to lose control. Maybe your outbursts aren’t epic, but they’ve left dents in your relationships and in your peace. Or maybe your wrath stays quiet, simmering just below the surface.
Either way, the result is the same: emotional shrapnel and a nagging sense that your anger is shaping your life more than you’d like to admit.
What if there’s a way to break the cycle? In a world addicted to outrage, there’s a way to feel ange...
2025-07-2841 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastSeven Deadly Sins, Part 1: Pride // Forrest JenanYou’ve been told to be confident, assertive, and in control—maybe even that it’s the only way to get ahead. But what if the very thing driving your success is quietly sabotaging your relationships, your peace, and your ability to be fully known?
Pride is easy to spot in others but nearly invisible in ourselves, and while it promises strength, it often leaves us isolated, guarded, and exhausted from holding it all together.
In Part 1 of our series Seven Deadly Sins, we’re looking at the one force that often lives at the root of...
2025-06-2236 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThe Unwanted Awards, Part 2: The Most Perfect Award // Forrest JenanYou’ve tried to get everything just right. Perfect plans. Perfect words. Perfect image. But no matter how hard you work, it still doesn’t feel like enough. Perfectionism promises love and safety, but delivers pressure and exhaustion. If you’ve ever felt like you have to earn your worth, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep living this way.
In Part 2 of The Unwanted Awards, we’re naming the weight we’ve all carried: The Most Perfect Award.
Jesus doesn’t ask you to be flawless—He invites you to rest in grace. If...
2025-06-0139 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastThe Unwanted Awards, Part 1: I Never Asked For Help Award // Forrest JenanYou’ve been holding it together for everyone—at work, at home, in your relationships. You smile. You show up. You push through. But beneath the surface, you're tired. The kind of tired that comes from pretending you're fine when you're not, and carrying burdens you were never meant to carry alone.
We’re starting our series The Unwanted Awards with a trophy too many of us have earned: The “I Never Asked for Help” Award. If you’re exhausted from pretending you’re okay, Forrest Jenan talks about how Jesus meets us—not at the end of our performan...
2025-05-2540 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastA Church Every Community Needs // Forrest JenanIf you’ve ever felt like church was a place you had to clean up for—where only the already-convinced, already-behaving, already-belonging were welcome—you’re not alone. Many people walk away from faith not because they don’t believe in Jesus, but because they’ve experienced churches that made grace feel gated.
At Neighborhood, we think church was never meant to be that way. Faith should be less about proving yourself and more about being invited into something bigger.
In this message, we’re stepping into a story that will stretch us—and might just restore you...
2025-05-1840 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastParenting Fails, Part 3: The Illusion of Perfect Parenting // Forrest JenanParenting is hard enough without the silent pressure to be perfect. Whether you're a mom, a dad, a grandparent, or someone simply doing their best to love the kids in your life, the world offers no shortage of reminders that you're not measuring up.
But what if perfect parenting isn’t the goal? What if what your kids need most isn’t someone who never fails—but someone who never gives up?
In Part 3 of Parenting Fails, Forrest Jenan talks about the power of presence over perfection. Because when we show up—imperfect, exhausted, human—we reflect...
2025-05-1141 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastEaster at Neighborhood: What Happens After I Die? // Forrest JenanAt some point—at a funeral, in a hospital room, or lying awake at night—we all ask the same question: What happens after I die? Culture offers guesses. History offers philosophies. But deep down, most of us are hoping for something real—something more than a comforting theory.
Easter tells us there is. Not through wishful thinking, but through a historical moment where Jesus didn’t just talk about life after death—He walked out of the grave and proved it.
His resurrection wasn’t symbolic; it was a promise. A guarantee. If you’ve ever wonder...
2025-04-2036 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastChurch on the Lawn: Palm Sunday // Forrest JenanPalm Sunday is the story of a King who enters with no army, no crown, and no throne—but carries the weight of the world’s brokenness on His shoulders. It’s a day that challenges everything we assume about power, success, and salvation.
Whether you’re religious or not, this moment in history invites all of us to ask: What kind of King do we really need… and would we recognize Him if He came riding in on a donkey?
2025-04-1416 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastCount Me In, Part 2: What DO You Want To Be Known For? // Forrest JenanWe all want to be remembered for something. Whether it’s the way we love, the way we lead, or the way we show up for others—there’s something inside us that craves purpose and impact.
What happens when what we want to be known for doesn’t match what people actually experience from us? That gap can feel frustrating—and most of us don’t even realize it’s there.
t’s not just for individuals. It’s a collective one. What happens when the reputation of a whole community—maybe even a church—falls short o...
2025-04-0644 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastCount Me In, Part 1: There Is Still Work To Be Done! // Forrest JenanAre you part of something that truly matters? At Neighborhood Church, we believe the answer is a resounding yes—and not just for a select few, but for everyone.
Two years ago, we launched a bold vision called Unfinished—a commitment to add value to our city and create real transformation. We’ve seen incredible progress but the story isn’t over yet.
The good news? You don’t have to wait for the perfect moment to make an impact. Whether you’ve been part of Neighborhood for years or you’re just getting started, this is your opportuni...
2025-03-3044 minNeighborhood Church PodcastGreater, Part 5: Jesus is Greater Than The World // Forrest JenanMost of us have been shaped by relationships that come with conditions. Whether it's at work, in families, or even in faith, there’s often this unspoken rule: stay useful, stay good, stay worthy—or risk being left behind. It’s exhausting.
Many carry the weight of believing they have to earn love, prove themselves to God, and hold everything together on their own. But what if that’s never how it was meant to work? What if the story of God isn’t about rules and rituals, but about a promise strong enough to hold when we can’t?
2025-03-2344 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastSetting The Table // Forrest JenanWe live in a world built for consumption—everything is designed to meet our needs instantly. And if we’re honest, we can bring that same mindset into church, treating faith like a product rather than a movement.
But something still feels off. We chase more—more knowledge, more experiences—yet remain spiritually hungry. Jesus flipped the script, showing that true fulfillment comes not from consuming but from giving ourselves away.
The early church thrived because people didn’t just attend—they owned the mission. Now, 2,000 years later, the future of that movement is in our hands. W...
2025-03-1644 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastGreater, Part 2: Jesus is Greater Than Moses // Forrest JenanEver felt like something was taking up too much space in your life—your career, relationships, fears, or even your need for control? It’s easy to let these things become bigger than they should, overshadowing everything else.
In Part 2 of our series Greater, we’re diving into an ancient conversation from the book of Hebrews that asks a powerful question: What’s taking the place of Jesus in your life? The truth is, anything we put on the throne of our hearts will eventually disappoint us. So what if there’s a better way?
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2025-02-2345 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastGreater, Part 1: Jesus is Greater // Forrest JenanWe live in a world of competing voices––political leaders, cultural icons, and self-help gurus––all claiming to have the key to a better life. But 2,000 years ago, a man with no wealth, no power, and no army quietly reshaped history in a way no one ever has––before or since.
His name is Jesus, and the question we have to ask is: How? And more importantly—why does it matter to you?
In Part 1 of our series Greater, Forrest Jenan will explore why Christians claim that Jesus is greater. If you’ve ever wrestled with who Jesus r...
2025-02-1643 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastIrresistible Invitation // Forrest Jenan & Jordan BrokawEver had an invitation you couldn’t resist? Whether it’s a VIP experience, a free trip, or even just the promise of amazing buffalo wings, some invites pull us in without a second thought.
But what about the invitations that aren’t so obvious at first—ones that can change everything if you take that first step?
In this two-part teaching, Jordan Brokaw and Forrest Jenan dive into how Jesus extended an open, life-changing invitation with just three words: Come and see. His invitation wasn’t about perfect beliefs or having it all figured out—it was...
2025-02-0933 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastStories, Part 4: The Zurich Three // Forrest JenanWhat does it mean to live boldly for your faith, even when the cost is high?
In the final installment of our Stories series, Forrest Jenan explores the story of three ordinary men—Conrad Grebel, Felix Manz, and George Blaurock—who stood against religious norms to embrace a deeper allegiance to Jesus. In a time when church and state were inseparable, these pioneers risked everything to follow a faith that was personal, not inherited—a faith that led them to face imprisonment and give their lives for their convictions.
Through the courage of these men, the se...
2025-01-2642 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastStories, Part 3: Martin Luther King, Jr. // Forrest JenanHow do you follow Jesus when the world around you is broken and unjust?
Martin Luther King Jr.’s life offers a powerful answer. King didn’t just dream of a better world–he lived and ultimately, died for a better world. Rooted in his trust in Jesus and Scripture’s call to justice, mercy, and love, he confronted hate with non-violence and he face fear with bold faith.
In Part 3 of Stories, Forrest Jenan explores the heart of MLK’s faith. His life is a reminder that living for Jesus means stepping into the tension of...
2025-01-1942 minNeighborhood Church PodcastChristmas Eve: The Bread of Life // Forrest JenanFrom Jesus’ declaration as the “Bread of Life” to His birth in Bethlehem—the "House of Bread"—the details of the Christmas story reveal a deeper truth. The Savior of the world, born in a feeding trough, came not only to sustain us physically but to satisfy the deepest hunger in our souls.
What does it mean that the Bread of Life was born in such a humble way, in a town steeped in the symbolism of sustenance? And how might this understanding transform the way you see the feast of love, hope, and grace that Jesus offers to each of
2024-12-2520 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBirth Announcement, Part 1: Stories of Old // Forrest JenanThe arrival of Jesus wasn’t just the beginning of a story; it was the culmination of a 2,000-year promise, a declaration of hope in the midst of darkness. Through centuries of waiting and trials, the promise of a Savior was whispered, anticipated, and finally fulfilled.
In Part 1 of our series, Birth Announcement, we explore how the Christmas story is more than an event in history. It’s a challenge to move beyond mere optimism to embrace hope that transcends circumstances.
As followers of Jesus, we’re invited to live as messengers of hope in a worl...
2024-12-0137 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBecoming Yourself, Part 4: Embracing Our Limits // Forrest JenanEver notice how society celebrates the extraordinary? We’re mesmerized by stories of people who push beyond human limits. It can leave us with an exhausting message: that to matter, we must be extraordinary.
In Part 4 of Becoming Yourself, we explore the relentless pursuit to do more, achieve more, and be more. In that pursuit, we often find ourselves living marginless, stressed-out lives, constantly running on empty.
What if the path to a meaningful life isn’t about defying our limits but embracing them and living fully within our God-given boundaries?
Watch Sunday’s message below, then c...
2024-11-1840 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBecoming Yourself, Part 3: Masterpiece in the Making // Forrest JenanYou are God’s masterpiece in the making. It’s a wild concept to grasp, especially when our inner world is filled with tension, self-doubt, and that nagging feeling we’ll never measure up.
But what if everything you believed about you and your worth came down this one extraordinary truth?
In Part 3 of Becoming Yourself, we’re diving into the reality that God is crafting each of us with purpose, even when we feel like our lives are just a chaotic mess of mistakes and failures. Imagine the transformation that occurs when we stop trying t...
2024-11-1143 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastBecoming Yourself, Part 1: I'm Not Good Enough // Forrest JenanWhat do you do when the loudest voice in your mind is the one telling you, “You’re not good enough”?
Most everyone knows that sinking feeling all too well—the weight of self-doubt, shame, or fear of not measuring up. It’s the inner critic running the show, convincing us that our worth is tied to our performance, looks, or achievements.
But what if that voice isn’t telling the truth?
In Part 1 of Becoming Yourself, Forrest Jenan explores the freedom found in silencing the inner critic and letting Jesus lead you toward becom...
2024-10-2747 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastNote To Self: Love // Forrest JenanWhat if the goal of faith isn’t just about following rules or staying out of trouble until you die?
In the final message of our Note To Self series, Forrest Jenan explores a new way of thinking about faith, one that pushes beyond a checklist of dos and don’ts and into something deeper––building the kind of character that reflects love, inside and out.
Are you stuck asking “What do I need to do to keep God happy?” Trade that exhausting way of life for something better: a flourishing life marked by love and transfor...
2024-10-2040 min
Neighborhood Church PodcastNote To Self: Mutual Affection // Forrest JenanSt. Peter, writing nearly 2,000 years ago, urged his readers to build their character by adding mutual affection to their faith—a type of affection rooted in deep, meaningful, and life-sustaining relationships. But here’s the problem: we’re losing the art of friendship. In our world today, we’re more isolated, invisible, and disconnected than ever before.
In this teaching Forrest dives into mutual affection, and how it’s more than just a character trait; it’s the key to unlocking a richer, more connected life.
We need each other. How do we reclaim this lost art of...
2024-10-1343 minNeighborhood Church PodcastNote To Self: Perseverance // Forrest JenanWe all face trials and hardship, and the temptation to give up when life gets hard is all too real. But what if the challenges we encounter aren’t just obstacles to overcome but opportunities for our faith to grow stronger?
In Part 4 of Note To Self, Forrest Jenan explores the idea of perseverance and how it’s not merely about surviving tough times–it’s about learning how to thrive in them.
Could pain, uncertainty, or frustration you’re facing right now be a part of something bigger–working to reshape your faith in ways you can...
2024-09-3044 minNeighborhood Church PodcastNote To Self: Knowledge // Forrest JenanWe live in a world that celebrates knowledge–science, reason, and human achievement–but what if we’re missing something deeper?
In the second part of Note To Self, we explore Peter’s letter, where he calls us to add knowledge to our faith. Not just any knowledge, but a king that goes beyond the physical world and opens our eyes to spiritual reality happening all around us.
How do we break free from the modern spell that makes us think this world is all there is and align our understanding with a deeper, divine reality?
2024-09-1541 minNeighborhood Church PodcastParty Crashers: Politics in the Way of Jesus // Forrest JenanWhen Jesus launched his new Kingdom, he turned the world's understanding of greatness on its head—power was found in weakness, and leaders were called to serve, not dominate. So why, today, do so many Christians get caught up in the pursuit of political influence as though it holds the key to saving our nation?
In this message, Forrest Jenan explores how Jesus transcends our current political landscape and invites us to embody a different kind of politics—one rooted in love and focused on the transformation of hearts, not just systems.
What does the love of Jesus...
2024-08-2548 minNeighborhood Church PodcastParty Crashers: When Politics Pull Us Apart // Forrest JenanIn a world that seems more divided than ever, how do we bridge the gaps that politics create?
In this message, we’ll wrestle with how our faith calls us to move beyond the blame game and instead become a force for unity in a fractured world. Is it possible to disagree politically and still love unconditionally? Can we truly get along despite our deep differences?
Let’s explore the posture Jesus calls us to adopt in the face of division.
2024-08-1848 minNeighborhood Church PodcastParty Crashers: Is There a Christian Political Party? // Forrest JenanIs there such a thing as a Christian political party?As we explore the intersections of Jesus’ teachings with modern political ideologies, we’ll discover that the values of the Kingdom of God often challenge the partisan lines we draw.Are we willing to submit our political leanings to the lordship of Jesus?
2024-08-1143 minNeighborhood Church PodcastParty Crashers: Can A Nation Be Christian? // Forrest JenanWas the United States founded as a Christian nation? Can any nation be a Christian nation?These questions spark debate and division, especially now with the rise of Christian Nationalism in America. We’re often caught in a tug-of-war between two perspectives.How do the teachings of Jesus challenge our understanding of political power and engagement? And how to we avoid the pitfalls of division and idolatry?
2024-08-0445 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Letters That Define Us: Philippians Q+A // Forrest Jenan, Jordan BrokawAs we close out our series on Paul's letter to the Philippians, Forrest and Jordan address some questions you asked during the series. Their conversation covers themes that come up in Philippians like salvation, prayer, heaven, and being content.
2024-07-0144 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Letters That Define Us: Winning The Prize // Forrest JenanHave you ever felt like giving up when the race of life gets tough? In Philippians, Paul uses the metaphor of an Olympic race to encourage us to press on and win the ultimate prize. How can we keep striving, even when obstacles seem too much to overcome?
2024-06-1739 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Letters That Define Us: Mindset // Forrest JenanReady to revolutionize your relationships and daily life? This week, we’re uncovering a radical mindset that flips the world's definition of success on its head. When we embrace the selfless way of Jesus, it can completely transform our corner of the world.
2024-06-1048 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Letters That Define Us: Citizens of King Jesus // Forrest JenanAs we dive into Paul's letter to the Philippians, his challenge was to “conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” How would this challenge have landed with his first readers?
How do you live as a citizen of God's Kingdom? And what does it mean to pledge allegiance to King Jesus?
2024-06-0338 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Kingdom: The Kingdom Dinner Party // Forrest JenanOur meals matter. Jesus used meals and dinner parties to teach profound lessons about community and the Kingdom of God. How can something as simple as sharing a meal redefine your relationships and perspective on life?
2024-05-2043 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Kingdom: What is the Kingdom? // Forrest JenanImagine encountering Jesus as he speaks passionately about the Kingdom of God. It’s not about earthly kings and geo-political borders; it's about a profound shift in how we live and connect with the divine.
The core of Jesus' teachings was the Kingdom. How does it challenge our understanding of power, responsibility, and our place in the world?
2024-05-1340 min2024-03-3133 minNeighborhood Church PodcastHoly Week: When God Comes To Town // Forrest JenanAmidst the jubilant crowd and waving palm branches, Jesus of Nazareth humbly enters Jerusalem on a donkey. This profound moment is an invitation to align our lives with the recognition of Jesus as King.Will we worship King Jesus? Or will creation itself sing louder?
2024-03-2431 minNeighborhood Church PodcastNothing To Lose: The Twin Terrors // Forrest JenanEver felt the inner battle between wanting more and being content with what you have? In each of us are twin terrors lurking beneath our desires: Greed & Envy. But Jesus guides us towards a life marked by contentment and generosity. Are you ready to unleash the power of generosity to combat your inner monsters and live a life with nothing to lose?
2024-03-0345 minNeighborhood Church PodcastNothing To Lose: My Precious // Forrest JenanFeeling gripped by your own "precious" desires and possessions? We all have a little "Gollum" within because what you love the most shapes you. How will you choose what you treasure most?
2024-02-2540 minNeighborhood Church PodcastNothing To Lose: Chasing Contentment // Forrest JenanEver feel like you’re constantly chasing more, never quite satisfied with what you have? There’s a secret to contentment and the perspective Jesus offers which challenges us to see the world in a whole new light.
2024-02-1842 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: Do I Have To Agree With Everything in the Bible to Follow Jesus? // Forrest Jenan
2024-02-1142 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: Why Should I Love My Enemy? // Forrest Jenan & Jordan BrokawEver wonder why loving someone you don't like feels like an impossible challenge? At the heart of following Jesus is an invitation to the way of love because relationships are the most important thing.
2024-02-0446 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: What Happens When I Die? // Forrest Jenan & Jordan Brokaw
2024-01-2848 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: Does Religion Cause Violence? // Forrest Jenan & Jordan BrokawWhile many belief systems promote peace and unity, there’s no denial that religious violence has left a bloody stain on human history. What do we make of these atrocities, and how much of them have religion to blame?.
2024-01-2145 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: Aren't All Religions Basically The Same? // Forrest Jenan & Jordan Brokaw
2024-01-1446 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBig Bag of Questions: Will Jesus Make My Life Better? // Forrest Jenan & Jordan BrokawThere is a distinction between believing in Jesus and genuinely following him. And following him may not make life easier, but it offers a path to a better life defined by human flourishing.Will Jesus make my life better? And if so, how will he make my life better?
2024-01-0743 min2023-12-2424 minNeighborhood Church PodcastReasons For The Season: To Remove Our Excuses // Forrest JenanChristmas is a reminder that God’s love transcends our excuses, bridging the gap in everyday relationships and inspiring us to love one another without judgment. Embrace the true spirit of the season and discover the power of living life filled with love and grace for others.
2023-12-1743 min2023-11-1936 min2023-11-1239 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Road Less Stoopid: Integrity // Forrest JenanHave you ever felt like facepalming after a bad decision? We’ve all been there. Whether you’re trying to avoid that next mistake or you want to level up in wisdom, we see you. Join us as we embark on a three-week journey to explore three keys to the Road Less Stoopid: Integrity, Obedience, and Humility. This week, we'll focus on the first key, Integrity, and learn how it guides us to make decisions based on what's right and true, even when it comes at a cost.
2023-11-0539 minNeighborhood Church PodcastAfraid of the Dark: Darkness Has A Name // Forrest JenanHow do we respond to the darkness in the world around us?
2023-10-2940 minNeighborhood Church PodcastAfraid of the Dark: Light & Dark // Forrest JenanLife is a series of contrasts – joy and sorrow, hope and despair, light and dark. And yet, it’s so much easier for us to focus on the shadows rather than the light. We can feel consumed by the darkness of personal failures, relational tensions, and uncertainties about the future. But from the very beginning of creation, there has been a light to illuminate our path. A light rooted in timeless, unconditional, divine love. From the opening words of Genesis, we hear God’s desire for both our world and our lives: “Let there be...
2023-10-0837 minNeighborhood Church PodcastHow To Get Unstuck: Returning To Egypt // Forrest JenanIn the story of Exodus, we learn about a loving God who rescues his people from slavery. And yet, throughout their journey, the Israelites constantly complained. When the road got tough, they wanted to return to Egypt—to the bondage of slavery!Getting unstuck can be uncomfortable. Jesus wants to lead us into something new, but we often prefer the safety of our comfort zone. Moving our lives forward requires a bit of bravery, some resilience, and a whole lot of trust in God’s faithfulness.
2023-09-1738 min2023-09-1040 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus For Everyone: How Do I Follow Jesus? // Forrest JenanJesus is the center of our faith and getting this right is critical. But over time, we’ve come to find the ideas about Jesus we’ve inherited or learned get in the way of effectively sharing our faith with others.In this series, Jesus For Everyone, we’ll explore who Jesus, the context of his time and culture, what he taught, why he died, and more. You’ll be invited to embrace a version of Jesus so compelling, so defensible, and so irresistible, our lives, our city, and our church will never be the s...
2023-09-0344 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus For Everyone: Why Is The Cross Such A Big Deal? // Forrest JenanJesus is the center of our faith and getting this right is critical. But over time, we’ve come to find the ideas about Jesus we’ve inherited or learned get in the way of effectively sharing our faith with others.In this series, Jesus For Everyone, we’ll explore who Jesus, the context of his time and culture, what he taught, why he died, and more. You’ll be invited to embrace a version of Jesus so compelling, so defensible, and so irresistible, our lives, our city, and our church will never be the s...
2023-08-2744 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus For Everyone: When & Where Did Jesus Live? // Forrest JenanJesus is the center of our faith and getting this right is critical. But over time, we’ve come to find the ideas about Jesus we’ve inherited or learned get in the way of effectively sharing our faith with others.In this series, Jesus For Everyone, we’ll explore who Jesus, the context of his time and culture, what he taught, why he died, and more. You’ll be invited to embrace a version of Jesus so compelling, so defensible, and so irresistible, our lives, our city, and our church will never be the s...
2023-08-1343 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus For Everyone: Who Was Jesus? // Forrest JenanJesus is the center of our faith and getting this right is critical. But over time, we’ve come to find the ideas about Jesus we’ve inherited or learned get in the way of effectively sharing our faith with others.In this series, Jesus For Everyone, we’ll explore who Jesus, the context of his time and culture, what he taught, why he died, and more. You’ll be invited to embrace a version of Jesus so compelling, so defensible, and so irresistible, our lives, our city, and our church will never be the s...
2023-08-0637 minNeighborhood Church PodcastStart With Why: Why Do We Read The Bible? // Forrest JenanWhen it comes to our church community, sometimes you might wonder: why do we do the things we do? Rather than going through the motions of empty religious rituals, we want you to understand the "why" behind everything we do.
2023-07-3042 minNeighborhood Church PodcastStart With Why: Why Do We Baptize? // Forrest JenanWhen it comes to our church community, sometimes you might wonder: why do we do the things we do? Rather than going through the motions of empty religious rituals, we want you to understand the "why" behind everything we do. This week, we're talking about the importance of baptism!
2023-07-1637 minNeighborhood Church PodcastArtificial Intelligence: Wisdom in an Age of Information Overload // Forrest JenanThanks to technology, we're drowning in information, overwhelmed with knowledge, yet starving for wisdom. How can followers of Jesus make wise choices in an age of information overload?
2023-06-2539 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBeautiful Mess: This Matters Most // Forrest JenanLife is messy, but it's also beautiful! In this series, we’re exploring a letter from the Apostle Paul to the early Christians to see how God works in and through our imperfections.
2023-06-1138 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBeautiful Mess: Body Parts // Forrest JenanLife is messy, but it's also beautiful! In this series, we’re exploring a letter from the Apostle Paul to the early Christians to see how God works in and through our imperfections.
2023-06-0442 minNeighborhood Church PodcastBeautiful Mess: You Fool! // Forrest JenanLife is messy, but it's also beautiful! In this series, we’re exploring a letter from the Apostle Paul to the early Christians to see how God works in and through our imperfections.
2023-05-1436 minNeighborhood Church PodcastChristmas Playlist: O Come All Ye Faithful // Forrest JenanThe classic Christmas carol "O Come All Ye Faithful" has a fascinating story behind it. Check out Forrest's latest teaching to hear how this beloved song points to the hope we celebrate at Christmas!
2022-11-2733 minNeighborhood Church PodcastMy Church Is Kind of a Big Deal: Love Where You Live // Forrest Jenan“Jesus People are charged with loving the place we call home.”On Sunday Forrest continued our teaching series “My Church is Kind of a Big Deal” with a challenge to every follower of Jesus: love where you live!When we care for our neighbors, add value to our community, and invest in our hometown—we are following in the footsteps of Jesus.Continue the conversation at ncvisalia.com/discuss.
2022-08-2841 minNeighborhood Church PodcastMy Church Is Kind of a Big Deal: The Butterfly Effect // Forrest JenanThe Christian movement is one of the most unlikely success stories of human history. How did this small, persecuted community go on to eventually achieve global influence? Check out Forrest's teaching from our latest series.Continue the conversation at ncvisalia.com/discuss
2022-08-0742 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus Talks: Take Up Your Cross // Forrest JenanFollowing Jesus isn’t always easy. He leads us into a lifestyle of love that is willing to suffer on behalf of others. This means we continually step out of our comfort zone as we take up our cross and follow him. Check out Forrest’s latest teaching from our series “Jesus Talks”.// Continue the conversation at ncvisalia.com/discuss //
2022-03-2741 minNeighborhood Church PodcastJesus Talks: I Am the Way // Forrest JenanOne of the most controversial claims Jesus ever made was, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” In a world filled with competing ideologies, how can Jesus possibly make this statement?Last Sunday, Forrest explored one of Jesus' most famous sayings about himself—a claim surrounded by controversy. Continue the conversation by downloading the discussion guide here: https://bit.ly/3t8Fwdk
2022-03-1343 minNeighborhood Church PodcastYou On Purpose: Do // Forrest JenanYou On Purpose: Do“No matter where you are or the date on the calendar, you can step into tomorrow today.” This week, Forrest taught us that application is everything. So, If you’re planning to… * Do something with your life* Unlock your God-given identity and unleash your purpose* Make the world a better place in only the way you can…then what’s keeping you from getting started? Continue the conversation by downloading the discussion guide here: https://bit.ly/3C0AWAC
2022-02-2741 min
Prodigal ChurchGuest Speaker Forrest Jenan Teaches on FearProdigal Church welcomes Forrest Jenan, Lead Pastor of Neighborhood Church in Visalia. Forrest speaks on fear and shares a personal story on how fear impacted him.
2018-10-3035 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe Genius of Jesus: It's My Party & Everyone's Invited // Forrest JenanAs we begin exploring the teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, Forrest Jenan paints a picture of the historical, religious, and political landscape of the 1st Century. Jesus begins his teaching provocatively by announcing that the Kingdom of God is for everyone.
2015-09-2039 minNeighborhood Church PodcastDigging Deeper: Inclusion // Forrest Jenan & Dale BestIn this week's Digging Deeper, Dale Best and Forrest Jenan share more about our value of Inclusion.
2015-08-2610 minNeighborhood Church PodcastDigging Deeper: Sadness // Forrest Jenan & Dale BestThis past Sunday, Forrest Jenan talked about sadness and how it's absolutely necessary and useful as we navigate through this life.In this Digging Deeper video/podcast, Dale Best & Forrest Jenan explore a few more thoughts and ideas about sadness and grief.
2015-07-1505 minNeighborhood Church PodcastDigging Deeper: Anger // Forrest Jenan & Dale BestThis past Sunday, Forrest Jenan talked about anger, how it's an emotion reserved for God, and if acted upon, its ability to destroy relationships and ruin opportunities to display God's love to others.In this Digging Deeper video/podcast, Dale Best & Forrest Jenan explore a few more thoughts and ideas about anger.
2015-07-0810 minNeighborhood Church PodcastDigging Deeper: Joy // Forrest Jenan & Dale BestThis past weekend we kicked off a new series about emotions called Little Voices Inside Your Head. Forrest talked about joy and the important role it plays in the life of a follower of Jesus.In this very first Digging Deeper video/podcast, Dale Best & Forrest Jenan explore a few more ideas about joy.
2015-07-0109 minNeighborhood Church PodcastThe New Rules for Love, Sex & Dating: Designer Sex // Forrest JenanCulture convinces us - and sometimes we convince ourselves - that sex is only physical. But if that is true, why is the pain of sexual sin so deep? Because sex is not just physical. It was designed by God to be so much more. In this message, Forrest Jenan addresses common myths about sex outside of marriage and has two specific challenges going forward.*Please note, this message is not appropriate for all ages. Parental guidance is suggested.
2015-02-0840 minNeighborhood Church PodcastFuture Family: Ideally Speaking // Forrest JenanWhen the ideal is hard to attain, it's tempting to just lower the bar and redefine the ideal. This can be especially true when it comes to Jesus' teachings about family, which many of us have already fallen short of. In this message,Forrest Jenan explains why aiming for God's ideal is still worth it, even when our reality makes reaching it impossible.
2014-04-2739 min