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LifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Stories That Read Us - Week 5 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NVIn this powerful message, we unpack one of Jesus’ most surprising parables, the shrewd manager from Luke 16. Discover how urgency, intentionality, and wise stewardship can turn temporary resources into lasting impact. Learn what it means to live for God, not money, and how your generosity today can echo in eternity.
2025-07-2740 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Stories That Read Us - Week 4 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurch NVJesus never called us to follow Him halfway. In this message from Luke 14, we explore the real cost of discipleship, and the hidden costs of playing it safe. Many of us want to follow Jesus, but without realizing it, we’re negotiating the terms: keeping Him close, but not central. Join us as we explore the silent killers of deep discipleship. If you’ve been stuck in a safe version of faith, this message will call you back to wholehearted discipleship.
2025-07-2137 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Stories that Read Us - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurch NVWhat if God is inviting you to a feast—and you’re too distracted to show up? In this message, we unpack Jesus’ parable of the Great Banquet, exposing the subtle lies that keep us from saying “yes” to God’s best. Whether it’s the pressure to perform, the illusion of self-sufficiency, or the belief that our mess disqualifies us, this story invites us to lay it all down and come to the table. It’s not about what you bring, it’s about who’s inviting you.
Come discover why God’s invitation is better than your best life.2025-07-1332 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Stories that Read Us - Week 2 | Pastors Brett & Lydia Long | LifeChurch NVWhat if the life Jesus offers can only be entered by letting go? In this message, we walk through Jesus’ teaching on the narrow door—a sobering and freeing invitation to surrender, not strive. You’ll explore why proximity to spiritual things isn’t the same as intimacy with Jesus, and what it means to lay down what weighs you down to step into Kingdom life. It’s not about doing more. It’s about letting go.
2025-07-0635 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Stories that Read Us - Week 1 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurch NVWe begin a new series unpacking Jesus’ parables. This week we tackle Jesus’ parables of the mustard seed and leaven, revealing how the Kingdom of God starts small, grows quietly, and transforms everything it touches. With gentle challenge and spiritual insight, you'll be invited to examine the condition of your own faith—what’s growing, what’s being resisted, and where God might be calling you into deeper trust. Discover how small steps of obedience and surrender can lead to surprising, Kingdom-sized transformation in your life and community.
2025-06-2937 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Best Summer Ever - Week 3 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVIn this message from our Best Summer Ever series, Pastor Jericho Toilolo shares how Summer Is For Healing—not just vacations and barbecues, but true, soul-deep restoration. Drawing from Luke 14:1-6 and rooted in the rhythms of Sabbath, this sermon explores how rest is not a luxury but a necessity for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
2025-06-1533 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Best Summer Ever - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn this message, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores Jesus’ healing of the bent-over woman in Luke 13:10–17 and reclaims Sabbath as more than rest—it’s a declaration of freedom. From Deuteronomy 5 to the ministry of Jesus, Sabbath becomes a sacred space where we’re invited to stop striving, resist what controls us, and receive soul-deep healing. Whether you're tired, hurried, or holding onto disappointment, this sermon offers a timely invitation: to let Sabbath ground you in the Gospel and point you toward the final freedom only Christ can give.
2025-06-0839 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Best Summer Ever - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn this kickoff message to Best Summer Ever, Pastor Dave Pretlove challenges us to rethink how we view children—not as a distraction from the mission, but as the mission itself. Drawing from Mark 10, Matthew 18, and other key passages, this sermon unpacks the sacred opportunity we have to shape young hearts during their most formative years. If what happens early echoes for a lifetime, then how we invest in the next generation today matters more than ever. This is a call to legacy, to purpose, and to the kind of faith that makes room for the next generation.
2025-06-0136 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Goal of Life | Josh Carter | LifeChurchNVThis week, we welcome a special guest from the Send Network Nevada, Josh Carter. Josh is an experienced leader who helps oversee, equip, and train church planters across the state. He has a heart for multiplication and a deep passion for the local church. This week’s message is sure to encourage and inspire you.
2025-05-2541 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Cave - Week 4 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVIn the final week of The Cave series, we are led through the closing chapter of Elijah’s wilderness journey in 1 Kings 19 and 2 Kings 2. After walking through despair, burnout, and unmet expectations, Elijah doesn’t stay stuck, he steps into renewed purpose. Whether you're recovering from emotional exhaustion, rebuilding after disappointment, or seeking clarity for what's next—this sermon reminds us that God's not finished writing your story. He is the God of second chances, legacy, and supernatural endings.
2025-05-1838 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Cave - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVEver feel trapped in disappointment because life hasn’t turned out the way you imagined? In Week 3 of our “Cave” series, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores how unmet expectations fuel despair—and how shifting from human expectation to holy expectancy can bring freedom and hope. Discover how to trust God’s voice, movement, and goodness even when life seems silent, stagnant, or uncertain.
2025-05-1837 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Cave - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn Week 2 of The Cave, Pastor Dave Pretlove takes us deeper into Elijah’s wilderness journey in 1 Kings 19. After a spiritual high, Elijah crashes into despair—physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted. Yet in his lowest moment, God doesn’t condemn him… He meets him with compassion. A meal. Rest. A whisper. This week’s message reminds us that God’s kindness meets us at our breaking point, often through others who show up like angels. We weren’t just at our lowest emotionally, we were spiritually dead. Yet in His mercy, God met us with grace, raised us to life, and invi...2025-05-0440 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Cave - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVJoin us for a powerful exploration of Elijah’s wilderness journey in "The Cave – Week 1: Despair in the Wilderness" (1 Kings 19:1–4). In this heartfelt sermon, Dave unpacks the raw reality of emotional distress, showing how even God’s boldest prophet faced despair after a spiritual high. With vulnerability and wisdom, he reminds us that no one is immune to mental and emotional struggles, yet God invites us to bring our deepest pain to Him. Whether you’re navigating your own "cave" of despair or seeking to support others, this episode will inspire you to trust God’s presence in life’s darkest mome...2025-04-2735 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastNo One Else - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn this powerful Easter message, Pastor Dave Pretlove reminds us that the resurrection of Jesus doesn’t just change one part of our story—it transforms everything. Because of Jesus, our past is no longer chained to guilt and shame. Our present is no longer a restless search for identity. And our future is no longer marked by fear, but by resurrection hope. We are invited to live a new kind of story, one rewritten by grace, filled with purpose, and anchored in eternity.
2025-04-2042 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastNo One Else - Week 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn Week 2 of our No One Else series, we look at a love unlike any other—the love of Jesus. Drawing from Romans 5:6–11, Pastor Dave unpacks a love that shatters our shallow definitions, takes our place in judgment, and answers the deepest questions of the human heart. Does God really care? Do I matter? Can I be forgiven? Through the cross, Jesus says yes to all of it—and more. This message will remind you just how far God’s love goes and why no one else has ever loved like Him.
2025-04-1334 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastNo One Else - Week 1 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNVNo one lived like Jesus—because no one could. In this message, Pastor Tom unpacks the beauty of Jesus’ life: His absolute perfection, matchless power, and approachable love. He wasn’t just a good example—He’s everything we’re not, yet everything we need. Whether you’ve known Him for years or are just starting to lean in, this message invites you to not only admire His life… but live in light of it.
2025-04-0638 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThy Kingdom Come - Week 4 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVIn the final message of the Thy Kingdom Come series, Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ words in Luke 21 about His second coming. Rather than stirring fear, this teaching invites us to live with active hope—looking around at the signs, looking up with confidence, and looking inward with reflection. As we wait for Jesus’ return, we’re not called to passivity but to faithfulness. This message is a timely reminder that in uncertain times, hope is not wishful thinking—it’s a way of life.
2025-03-3042 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThy Kingdom Come - Week 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVPastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ sobering words about the destruction of the temple—and what they mean for us today. Far from being just a history lesson, Jesus’ prediction invites us to a deeper trust in Him, especially when the structures we rely on begin to crumble.
2025-03-2338 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThy Kingdom Come - Week 2 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVPastor Jericho unpacks Luke 17:20-37, challenging us to stay focused on what truly matters in a world full of distractions. Just like in the days of Noah and Lot, people can get so caught up in the routine of life that they miss the bigger picture—God’s kingdom is moving, and Jesus is returning. Are we awake to His presence, or are we too distracted to notice?
2025-03-1640 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThy Kingdom Come - Week 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVWhat if Jesus returned tomorrow? In this powerful message from Luke 12-13, Pastor Dave unpacks Jesus’ words about His second comingChristians have agreed and disagreed for hundreds of years on various details. But here’s the twist—it’s not about guessing when, it’s about living now. You are invited to trade fear for readiness, seeking God’s kingdom today with vigilant, expectant hearts). Are you living for today or that day?
2025-03-0951 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastVision Day 2025 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVStriving to stay healthy, and balanced to achieve maximum impact is hard, especially for churches in a culture today. Today, we revisit a healthy balanced church expression given to us in the book of Acts, to ensure we stay true to a healthy growing church model. Enjoy our vision day sermon, casting vision and clarity about what type of church we are.
2025-03-0243 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLiving Free - Wk 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVWorry weighs us down, but Jesus calls us to live free from anxiety by trusting in our Heavenly Father. This week, we explore Luke 12:22-34 and uncover four heart conditions that fuel worry—misplaced priorities, an orphaned heart, pride, and unbelief. Through Scripture and real-life examples, we’ll discover how seeking God's kingdom first brings peace that surpasses understanding. Join us as we learn to trade worry for faith and embrace the freedom Jesus offers!
2025-02-2339 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLiving Free - Wk 2 | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNVIn a culture obsessed with wealth and possessions, Jesus calls us to a life of true freedom—free from the grip of materialism. In this powerful message based on Luke 12:13-21. We are reminded that the pursuit of worldly gain often leaves us spiritually empty. Instead, Jesus invites us to rest in God’s abundant provision, embracing gratitude, humility, Kingdom investment, and contentment.
2025-02-1636 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLiving Free - Wk 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVHave you ever felt like you just need to be free? Free of anxiety, or pressure to impress. Join us as we dive into a new series and explore the freedom of living and being real.
2025-02-0938 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMade For This - Wk 5 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVGod desires you to live each day out of a place of rest and abundance. One of the ways he tells us to accomplish this is through the practice of the Sabbath. This week we explore how we declare God’s goodness and our dependence on him through Sabbath.
2025-02-0237 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMade For This - Wk 4 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVHave you ever felt like your job is just a job? Maybe God wants you to do something else for his Kingdom? Join us as we dive into the idea that there is no sacred or secular work for the Christ follower.
2025-01-2636 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMade For This - Wk 3 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVWe are made for community not only with God, but with each other. It is one of the ways we grow and mature. God likes to use others to help us become moore like Jesus and reflect His heart. This week we explore the idea of learning to love well.
2025-01-1939 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMade For This - Wk 2 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVWhen we read Genesis 3, we get a picture of Gods desire to walk with humanity. He desires to do that today as He did then. Join us today as we explore the obstacles and challenges to walking with God as Adam did in the garden.
2025-01-1236 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMade For This - Wk 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVAt the core of all of us, we have questions. Questions like why am I here, who am I really, does all this really matter? The fact that we are made to reflect God’s image impacts and addresses these core life questions. Join us this week as we kick off a new series Made For This.
2025-01-0540 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMissing Christmas Wk 3 | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVDo you ever feel like you’re missing out on Christmas because your focus and expectations don’t match the reality of your experience? This week, we continue our "Missing Christmas" series by diving into the story of Herod. We’ll explore how his misplaced priorities and disordered desires caused him to miss the significance of Jesus’ birth—and how we can learn from his mistakes to realign our hearts this Christmas season.
2024-12-1541 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMissing Christmas Wk 2 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV“Life moves pretty fast. You don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” - Ferris Bueller So many of us feel this especially at Christmas time. Join us as we explore how busyness, distraction and familiarity can cause us to miss what matters most this Christmas.
2024-12-0840 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastMissing Christmas Wk 1 | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNVChristmas brings a mix of emotions—children eagerly waiting, while adults navigate excitement, anticipation, weariness, anxiety, and even disappointment. This week we explore the story of Zechariah, who learned to trust God in a season marked by both joy and struggle. Discover timeless truths from his journey that can guide and encourage you this Christmas season.
2024-12-0238 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastFrom Chaos to Calm | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNVIn a world full of schedules, stresses and worries. Let's dig into Jesus’ expectation for his followers to walk in peace and enjoy his rest. Join us as Pastor Jericho explores Jesus' statement in Matthew 11.
2024-11-2438 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Uncharted Journey - Week 5 - Bold Commitment | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoNehemiah faced strong opposition to his bold vision and actions. This week, Pastor Dave digs into the Biblical principle that we trust God to do His portion and ours as we boldly pursue What God has placed in our hearts.
2024-11-1747 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Uncharted Journey - Week 4 - Bold Generosity | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoGod is always moving and working, calling people to himself. His generous gift of Jesus on the cross was a priceless act of generosity. Throughout the scriptures we see spiritual renewal and generosity go hand in hand. Join us this week as we continue our bold series and look at bold generosity as a result of spiritual renewal.
2024-11-1043 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Uncharted Journey - Week 3 - Bold Faith, Bold Action | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV RenoWhat we believe is possible drives our behaviors. If we desire to see God move in big ways we need to develop big faith. This week we explore Nehemiah’s bold faith leading him to demonstrate bold requests and actions.
2024-11-0341 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Uncharted Journey - Week 2 - Bold Prayer | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoWhat happens when we begin to gain bold vision for the kingdom of God? We begin to ask big questions and pray BOLD prayers. However, for many of us we fail to pray boldly. Join us as we explore why?
2024-10-2753 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Uncharted Journey - Week 1 - Bold Vision | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoRoutinely God invites his people to take bold steps in faith and life for his Kingdom. Join us as we dive into the book of Nehemiah and investigate what bold steps He may be inviting you to take.
2024-10-2049 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastA Walk in the Spirit | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNV RenoWalking in the Spirit means so many things to people. Join us this week as we dig into what scripture reveals about the power and role of the person of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
2024-10-1342 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGood Vibes | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoIn a world and culture that world to divide people into categories and pit people against one another, Jesus teaches, demonstrates, and prays for his followers to be unified. Join us as we explore the importance for Jesus' followers to live in unity instead of division.
2024-10-0935 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGood Vibes | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoJoin us as we explore how compassion is at the very root of God's character and was the driving force behind Jesus' entire life. From His teachings and miracles to His ultimate sacrifice on the cross, Jesus' actions were fueled by a deep compassion for humanity. How do we face the challenges of living compassionately in a world that often leans towards indifference?
2024-09-2935 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGood Vibes | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoOur world loves to live in outrage. Join us this week as we explore living joy-filled lives amidst real-life issues that deserve our anger.
2024-09-2641 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGood Vibes | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoAnxiety has been a human challenge for thousands of years, and it is on the rise in our current generation. Let's explore how to move from anxious vibes to a peaceful life.
2024-09-1545 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGood Vibes | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoThis week we kick off our new good vibes series. We all desire to experience the realities of Hope, but often times our world feels more desperate and hopeless. Let’s explore why we can have Hope, and how we can influence others to experience it as well.
2024-09-0838 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastNo Reason Not To Pray | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNV RenoPrayer is powerful and comforting. It helps us stay connected to Jesus. So why do many of us fail to develop a powerful prayer life? Pastor Dave shares 4 reasons we struggle to develop a prayer life that we so desperately need.
2024-09-0137 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Danger of Distractions | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoIn an age of busyness and distraction where we often tie our worth and value to our calendar, the Bible has a counterintuitive teaching. This week Pastor Dave walks us through the dangers of living a distracted life.
2024-08-2535 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Good Samaritan-PERFECT LOVE | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoJesus was the perfect example of love and how it is expressed to people in all eternity as well as our everyday average life experiences. Pastor Dave explores why we manifest the idea of love incarnate through caring for and serve our neighbors.
2024-08-1835 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAnd on That Farm, There Was A...Worker | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoJesus reveals in Luke, that there is a plentiful “harvest” but the workers are few. Being a “worker” through serving in your church is a great way to help reach others for Jesus. Join us and experience a motivating message to move you forward in your faith journey.
2024-08-1146 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhat's So Amazing About Grace? | Pastor Mark Clark | LifeChurchNV RenoWe all have a false narrative that inhibits our stepping into the good Grace of God. Pastor Mark shows us the real impact God's Grace should have in our lives.
2024-08-0444 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Cost of Discipleship | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV RenoToo many Christians lived unformed lives resulting in unhealthy expressions of Jesus to a world that so desperately needs him. This week we explore the hard truths leading to deep discipleship and transformation.
2024-07-2840 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastAn Idea Worth Giving Your Life To | Pastor Dave Pretlove | LifeChurchNV RenoThousands of people go on adventures every year. They dedicate their lives to it in preparation so it is a incredible experience. Join us this week as we explore the truth that a gospel centered church is a great adventure that is worth re-orienting your life and daily rhythms around.
2024-07-2143 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastKingdom Greatness | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV RenoIn a culture that screams personal success and elevation, Jesus reveals greatness tied to humility. This week lets dig deep into the call to strip away our personal rights and priveledges and seek humilty, mercy, and justice for those around us.
2024-07-1539 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastKingdom Greatness | Pastor Jericho Toilolo | LifeChurchNV RenoIn a culture that screams personal success and elevation, Jesus reveals greatness tied to humility. This week lets dig deep into the call to strip away our personal rights and priveledges and seek humilty, mercy, and justice for those around us.
2024-07-1440 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastA Glimpse of Glory | Pastor Dusty Braun | LifeChurchNV RenoWe live in the gap between earthly experience and heaven. The miraculous for us is a revelation of God setting things to their original intent and design. Join us this week as we explore the miracle of the transfiguration and our invitation to join in the glory of God's mission.
2024-07-0734 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastSo you want to be a disciple? | Pastor Tom Chism | LifeChurchNV RenoHow do you live out this life of a true disciple. Walking in the freedom of grace and addressing and reorienting our desires to be less of us and more of Jesus. Join us and dig into the practical reality of living a life that shines the light of Jesus and gives God real glory.
2024-06-3039 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastFeeding of 5000 | Gospel of Luke | Dave PretloveOften times we focus and see only the problem that is right in front of us. We develop tunnel vision. Join us this week as Pastor Dave demonstrates how Jesus should expand our vision and mission for the kingdom and not allow our daily obstacles to shrink our faith.
2024-06-2038 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastJoin the Adventure! | Pastor Dave Pretlove and Tom Chism | LifeChurch NVMany people find themselves doing the hokey pocky, putting one foot in and then taking it out when it comes to the life adventure of missional living. Pastor Dave challenges us this week to not just observe but to join the adventure.
2024-06-1036 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastA Hungry Generation | Brett and Lydia LongWe take a break from Luke and celebrate the youth and graduates at LifeChurch. What does it look like to foster a hunger and thirst for a passionate relationship with God in the next generation? We dig into God's heart not only for you but for the generations coming up behind you.
2024-06-0333 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGod of The Breakthrough | Gospel of Luke | Week 17If you have lived life for any length of time you have experienced a season in life where you need to experience a breakthrough. We dive into grief and chronic illness and how Jesus heals, restores, and allowed two different people experience breakthrough in their life. Join us as we explore the breakthrough power and authority of Jesus
God of The Breakthrough | Gospel of Luke | Week 17
Pastor Dave Pretlove
2024-05-2642 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGerasene Demoniac | Gospel of Luke | Week 16This week we dive into the spiritual truth that you have a enemy in the spiritual realm who can impact the physical world and your daily life. Join us this week as we discover the freedom and peace Jesus brings to someone whose life was filled with torment and bondage.
2024-05-1937 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastRaising Children of Destiny | Mothers DayParenting is both rewarding and challenging. Join us on this special Mother’s Day as we explore God’s heart for you as a parent and some truths to hold onto as you walk out this thing called parenting.
Raising Children of Destiny | Mothers Day
Pastor Dave Pretlove
2024-05-1231 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe God Who Calms Storms | Gospel of Luke | Week 15e all experience moments or seasons where we feel tossed about by the events of life. These are storms. When events are out of our control, fearful, or painful, we often lose sight of God with us and that He invites us into deeper knowing of him though storms. We all are either experiencing a storm, have just come through a storm or are on the verge of a storm. Let’s explore how the disciples of Jesus handle one of their first storms
The God Who Calms Storms | Gospel of Luke | Week 15
Car...2024-05-0530 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastSower, Seed, and Soil | Gospel of Luke | Week 14The “soil” condition of our heart plays a big factor in the growth of our faith life and effectiveness of our calling to share the gospel. Tune in as we explore the ideas Jesus discusses in the parable of the Sower.
2024-04-2940 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Law vs The Alabaster Jar | Gospel of Luke | Week 13The life Jesus desires for you is more that just being a good person and doing the right thing. Join us as we compare two lives in the book of Luke and explore what means to receive God's grace.
2024-04-2131 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLessons We Learn From a Centurion and a Widow | Gospel of Luke | Week 12We all are familiar with the idea of we can expect a person with authority to be able to provide answers or solutions. But how often we we truly rely on that idea from a far with someone we have only hear of and never met. Or the uncertainty of someone entering into our life in a moment of extreme pain and sorrow without our invitation and actually bringing stability and healing to our life. Join us this we as we explore 4 lessons we can learn from a centurion and a mourning widow and mother.
2024-04-1437 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastA Well Built Life | Gospel of Luke | Week 11How do you withstand the storms of life? Scripture reveals that we as Christ's followers, need not only to be aware of the laws and teachings of Jesus but to put them into practice. The practice of working out the teachings actually moves words from knowledge to experience, solidifying our life foundations. Join us this week as we explore Jesus teaching on building on the wrong foundation.
2024-04-0840 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastTwo Truths and a Lie | EasterMany theories are circulating in culture about Jesus and what to believe about him. What does believing in Jesus mean for living our life and does it answer life's big questions? Join us this week for a special Easter message, tackling the truths and lies about faith in Jesus.
2024-04-0140 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLove Who? | Gospel of Luke | Week 10In our current culture, it is so easy to fall into an us versus them mentality. If someone doesn't agree with me, they are opposed to me. Other times it feels as if we have actual enemies who have hurtful intentions. Jesus calls his followers to a radical stance of loving people who oppose us. Listen in as we explore what Jesus teaches about our enemies.
2024-03-1838 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Best Worst Campaign Speech Ever | Gospel of Luke | Week 9Jesus was often times a revolutionary. His teachings on the Kingdom of God flipped the cultural expectations of how a person in a kingdom should live and act. This week we dig into Jesus’ teaching on the blessings of kingdom living.
2024-03-1133 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastLord of Rest(oration) | Gospel of Luke | Week 8Rest is important to the human body. The Sabbath is vital to the human soul. Join us as we continue our deep dive into Luke and explore Jesus’ statement, “The son of man is the Lord of the Sabbath”
2024-03-0331 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastNew Wine Old Wineskins | Gospel of Luke | Week 7As Jesus' followers, we must replace our old beliefs and habits and form new beliefs and disciplines around the teachings of Jesus. This week we explore the idea that Jesus makes all things new and that must impact how we view things, people, and our habits. Join us as we continue in the book of Luke.
New Wine Old Wineskins | Gospel of Luke | Week 7
Pastor Jericho Toilolo
2024-02-2539 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastVision Sunday '24 | LifeChurch RenoWhat holds you back from thinking outside the box to introduce your friends to Jesus? As Pastor Dave shares the Direction and Vision for LifeChurch this year, we explore the idea that life is short. Good friends understand the stakes of eternity, and search for opportunities to introduce their friends to Jesus.
2024-02-1839 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Healing of the Leper Shows Us | Gospel of Luke | Week 6Often times our sin makes us feel untouchable or undesirable. This week we look at Jesus’ interaction with a leper. His willingness to touch the untouchable and what that means for us as people with sin. God sees you and loves you, your sin does not make you “untouchable” by the gospel
The Healing of the Leper Shows Us | Gospel of Luke | Week 6
Pastor Dave Pretlove
2024-02-1128 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhy Should I Obey When it Does Not Make Sense? | Gospel of Luke | Week 5The Journey of the Christian faith is a life marked by moving from self-centeredness to Christ-centeredness, this journey is impossible without becoming obedient to the things of God. Listen in as we explore the question, Why should I obey when it does not make sense.
2024-02-0422 minLifeChurch Reno Podcast5 Reasons People Don't Believe In Jesus | Gospel of Luke | Week 4Are you familiar with Jesus but do not like what he has to say about lifestyle or choices? Maybe the gospel seems too good to be true, or maybe you grew up in the church but still doubt this gospel thing is real. Join us this week as we continue our series in Luke, and explore 5 reasons people do not believe in Jesus.
2024-01-2937 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Temptation Of Jesus | Gospel of Luke | Week 3Do you live weighted down by the guilt of the past? Or do you feel weak when you encounter temptations in your life? Join us this Sunday as we dig into the realities of Jesus' Temptation and the victory we can experience as his disciples.
The Temptation Of Jesus | Gospel of Luke | Week 3
Pastor Dave Pretlove
2024-01-2132 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhy did Jesus Get Baptized? | Gospel of Luke | Week 2We dig deeper into Jesus story through the lens of the gospel of Luke. Join us as we dive into the story of Jesus baptism. This week we explore the question, why did Jesus get baptized? Should I get baptized? Sit back, grab the scriptures and focus in for a great message.
2024-01-1535 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastHow to Live a Life of Greatness | Gospel of Luke | Week 1Are there things that hold you back or areas you need to go all in on? Join us as pastor Dave explores the Book of Luke and digs into what scripture tell us.
Pastor Dave Pretlove
2024-01-0732 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhat We Long For | Home For Christmas | Pastor Dave PretloveIn this Christmas Eve service, Pastor Dave continues our series Home for Christmas.
2023-12-2528 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhen Home Isn’t What You Expected | Week 2 | Home For ChristmasThis week we turn our attention to Mary, Jesus mother, in our series Christmas at home. Pastors Brett explores the truth that God works in unexpected ways and what our response should be when we experience God working.
2023-12-1828 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Genealogy of Jesus | Home for Christmas | Week 1We kickoff our Christmas season here at LifeChurch we want to dig into the idea of Christmas at home. Our families history can be both a joy or a soarce of struggle. This week we explore the significance of Jesus family, and why that matters for us.
The Genealogy of Jesu | Home for Christmas | Week 1
Pastor Greg Carr
2023-12-1031 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastThe Church that Changed the World | Pastor Dave PretloveThis week is being called Big Give Sunday. Join us as we hear a powerful message about how the early church dedicates and gives big by sending out its very best to serve God and build the Kingdom. This week Pastor Dave and LifeChurch follow the model demonstrated in Acts 13 they dedicate and send out some of their very best people and staff as they prepare to open a new campus, LifeChurch Carson.
2023-12-0338 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastCommunion; True Worship | Pastor Tom ChismWe pause this week to dig into the Lord’s supper and how it is tied into worship. As we listen in, let’s prepare our hearts to worship God in response to the saving work of Jesus the redeemer. Freeing us from our life of sin and making us new creations in Him.
2023-11-2625 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGod’s Grace in Our ShameBefore we head into the Christmas season we will hear from Pastor Jericho Toilolo. This week he digs into John 4. Let’s listen in as he explores how Jesus met the woman at the well in her shame and isolation, bringing grace, freedom, and forgiveness.
2023-11-2036 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastUncharted Sacrifice & Surrender | Uncharted | Week 4Through this Uncharted series, we'll embark on a spiritual journey, inviting God to ignite a fresh passion within our hearts and seek his guidance to achieve more than we ever imagined. As we journey into the uncharted, our hearts are filled with hope and excitement, ready to witness the wonders of God's plan in action! This week Pastor Dave Pretlove helps us consider our own uncharted surrender and sacrifice as we look at the life of Abraham in Genesis 22.
2023-11-0645 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastUncharted Priorities | Uncharted | Week 3Through this Uncharted series, we'll embark on a spiritual journey, inviting God to ignite a fresh passion within our hearts and seek his guidance to achieve more than we ever imagined. As we journey into the uncharted, our hearts are filled with hope and excitement, ready to witness the wonders of God's plan in action! This week Pastor Dave Pretlove helps us consider uncharted priorities as we look at the decisions of Abraham and Lot in Genesis 13.
2023-10-2935 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastUncharted Trust | Uncharted | Week 2Through this Uncharted series, we'll embark on a spiritual journey, inviting God to ignite a fresh passion within our hearts and seek his guidance to achieve more than we ever imagined. As we journey into the uncharted, our hearts are filled with hope and excitement, ready to witness the wonders of God's plan in action! This week Pastor Dave Pretlove helps us consider uncharted trust as we look at the life of Abram and Sarai in Genesis 15.
2023-10-2345 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastUncharted Calling | Uncharted | Week 1Listen in as Pastor Dave introduces our new series, Uncharted. We believe this will be the most transformative and exhilarating series of the year. Together, we'll embark on a spiritual journey, inviting God to ignite a fresh passion within our hearts and seek his guidance to achieve more than we ever imagined. As we journey into the uncharted, our hearts are filled with hope and excitement, ready to witness the wonders of God's plan in action.
2023-10-1537 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastRealistic Expectations
In this message, Pastor Tom Chism reveals the essence of prayer through Romans 8. Pastor Tom guides us to develop expectations in our prayers by revealing God's established pathway, the transformation of our minds, the impact on every aspect of our lives, and our powerful partnership with the Holy Spirit. Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of prayer and cultivate a more meaningful connection with God.
2023-10-0840 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastDivine Dialogue: How God Speaks Versus Our Earthly ExpectationsJoin Pastor Jericho Toilolo in this podcast as he explores how our earthly expectations of God's communication can differ from his divine dialogue. Discover practical insights to align your expectations with God's unique ways of speaking, embrace grace, and engage with his Word in your daily life.
2023-10-0138 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGod’s Passion Our Purpose | The Lost | Week 3The Bible unveils the profound desires of God's heart, and as we allow Him to capture more of ours, these desires resonate deeply within us. Ever felt that inner push to truly grasp what moves Him? Or found yourself pondering the purpose of your life? Embark on this journey with us as we delve into those divine passions and uncover how they mold our unique purpose. In this message, Pastor Dusty Braun speaks about God’s purpose and our passion for “the lost”.
2023-09-2433 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGod’s Passion Our Purpose | The Least | Week 2The Bible unveils the profound desires of God's heart, and as we allow Him to capture more of ours, these desires resonate deeply within us. Ever felt that inner push to truly grasp what moves Him? Or found yourself pondering the purpose of your life? Embark on this journey with us as we delve into those divine passions and uncover how they mold our unique purpose. In this message, Pastor Dave Pretlove speaks about God’s purpose and our passion for “the least of these”.
2023-09-1838 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastGod’s Passion/Our Purpose | The Little | Week 1The Bible unveils the profound desires of God's heart, and as we allow Him to capture more of ours, these desires resonate deeply within us. Ever felt that inner push to truly grasp what moves Him? Or found yourself pondering the purpose of your life? Embark on this journey with us as we delve into those divine passions and uncover how they mold our unique purpose. In this message, Pastor Dave Pretlove speaks about God’s purpose and our passion for the next generation.
2023-09-1331 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastImmeasurably More In Our Work | Immeasurably More | Week 5Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly embrace a vision for your life that goes beyond anything you've dared to dream? A vision that mirrors the infinite love and extraordinary power of God?
In this series, "Immeasurably More: A God-Sized Vision for Your Life”, we’ll look at some of these questions. This Sunday, Pastor Jericho Toilolo explores how God's plans for our work can be even bigger and more incredible than we've ever imagined.
2023-09-0341 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastImmeasurably More In Our Friendships | Immeasurably More | Week 4Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly embrace a vision for your life that goes beyond anything you've dared to dream? A vision that mirrors the infinite love and extraordinary power of God?
In this series, "Immeasurably More: A God-Sized Vision for Your Life”, we’ll look at some of these questions. This Sunday, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores how God's plans for our friendships can be even bigger and more incredible than we've ever imagined.
2023-08-2739 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastImmeasurably More In Our Church | Immeasurably More | Week 3Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly embrace a vision for your life that goes beyond anything you've dared to dream? A vision that mirrors the infinite love and extraordinary power of God?
In this series, "Immeasurably More: A God-Sized Vision for Your Life”, we’ll look at some of these questions. This Sunday, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores how God's plans for our church can be even bigger and more incredible than we've ever imagined.
2023-08-2037 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastImmeasurably More For Your Family | Immeasurably More | Week 2Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly embrace a vision for your life that goes beyond anything you've dared to dream? A vision that mirrors the infinite love and extraordinary power of God?
In this series, "Immeasurably More: A God-Sized Vision for Your Life”, we’ll look at some of these questions. This Sunday, Pastor Dave Pretlove explores how God's plans for our family can be even bigger and more incredible than we've ever imagined.
2023-08-1338 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastExpectation Deficit Disorder | Immeasurably More | Week 1Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly embrace a vision for your life that goes beyond anything you've dared to dream? A vision that mirrors the infinite love and extraordinary power of God? In this series, "Immeasurably More: A God-Sized Vision for Your Life”, we’ll look at some of these questions. This Sunday, Pastor Dave Pretlove begins this series by diving into Ephesians 3:20 and exploring how God's plans can be even bigger and more incredible than we've ever imagined.
2023-08-0630 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhat Can Anyone Give In Exchange For Their Soul? | Questions Jesus Asked | Week 11Through this series, we’ll delve into some of the most thought-provoking questions posed by Jesus in the New Testament. These questions, filled with deep spiritual insight, were designed to challenge, inspire, and stimulate introspection among His disciples and followers. This week, Pastor Dusty Braun highlights Matthew 16 and Jesus’ question, “What can anyone give in exchange for their soul?”
2023-07-3031 minLifeChurch Reno PodcastWhat If I Want John To Live Forever? | Questions Jesus Asked | Week 10Through this series, we’ll delve into some of the most thought-provoking questions posed by Jesus in the New Testament. These questions, filled with deep spiritual insight, were designed to challenge, inspire, and stimulate introspection among His disciples and followers. This week, Pastor Dave Pretlove highlights John 21 and Jesus’ question, “What if I want John to live forever?”
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