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The Christian Post DailyLos Angeles Protests, Simone Biles vs. Riley Gaines on Women’s Sports, Trump’s Travel BanTop headlines for Tuesday, June 10, 2025In this episode, we begin with an on-the-ground look at the Los Angeles protests, exploring the community's response and the controversial deployment of the National Guard ordered by President Trump. We then discuss the widespread condemnation from various Christian humanitarian groups in reaction to Trump's recent travel ban, exploring the potential implications on global humanitarian efforts. Lastly, we dive into the heated social media debate between athletes Riley Gaines and Simone Biles, examining the impact of Biles' tweets on her legacy and the broader conversation surrounding gender and athletics. 00:11 Things...2025-06-1007 min
RootWorks by Joe ChristianRootWorks - Episode 32: Los Angeles - A City on FireLos Angeles Wildfires - Loss, Compassion and a spiritual reality checkSupport the showI'm a Christian Conservative with a commitment to our environment as God instructs. You can email me any questions, concerns or critiques @ joe@rootworks.org and you can find me directly on Twitter @HeyJoeChristian. Thanks for being here. If you wish to become a supporter of the show, please click here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2259821/supporters/new - we thank you in advance for your support. Sincerely, Joe Christian2025-01-1931 min
FriedEggs PodcastA quick check-in from Los Angeles ❤️ (plus a teaser for season 2 of the podcast)In today’s episode, we check in from Los Angeles, where wildfires have caused devastating destruction across the city. We discuss how we’re holding up, how the community is coping, and share some updates about what’s ahead for the FriedEggs Podcast in 2025.
Our hearts are with everyone in Los Angeles during this incredibly difficult time. We’re wishing you safety, strength, and moments of rest in the days to come. If you’re in a position to help, here’s a list of verified GoFundMe campaigns supporting families who have lost their homes.
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Los Angeles Rams AudioVAMOS RAMS PLAYER INTERVIEW | Christian Rozeboom talks about his game-sealing sack in SF, becoming a defensive leader & being recognized for his long hairLos Angeles Rams linebacker Christian Rozeboom joins Troy Santiago and Ricardo Lopez for the latest Vamos Rams Player Interview. In this episode, Christian discusses his first sack being a game-sealer against the San Francisco 49ers, his evolution into a defensive leader, and the unique recognition he receives for his signature long hair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-12-2111 min
The Eating Me Podcast193. The Hidden Theater Scene in Los Angeles with Eric B. AnthonySummary:
In this engaging conversation, Alicia and Eric B. Anthony explore the journey of pursuing a career in the arts, from their early connections in New York City to Eric's transition to Los Angeles. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of being an artist, the importance of supportive relationships, and the courage it takes to take leaps of faith in one's career. Eric shares his personal experiences, including his time on Broadway and the decisions that led him to seek new opportunities in LA, emphasizing the need for continual growth and the pursuit of new dreams. In...2024-10-141h 00
Cornerstone West Los Angeles » Sermons3. A New Identity Peter writes to Christians in a difficult place and reminds them of their identity: they are God’s own people. This identity isn’t achieved but received by grace. As citizens of God’s kingdom, Christians are sojourners in the city, living out the culture of God’s kingdom in loving interaction with our neighbors. Application Questions: 1. How does Peter’s description of the Christian identity compare to how you normally think of the Christian identity? 2. How have you experienced the temptation to achieve your own identity? Why is it good news tha...2024-05-1941 min
Cornerstone West Los Angeles » Sermons44. Practicing The Gospel Paul closes the book of 1 Corinthians with several short discussions on practical matters. But under these practical matters we find a deep theology. On three topics—money, plans, and church—we learn how to apply the gospel and find a better way to live in the practical issues of life. Application Questions: 1. How does the gospel give you a new way to think about money? 2. How does the gospel give you a new way to think about your plans? 3. How does the gospel give you a new perspective on life...2023-09-2443 min
Tronic RadioTronic Podcast 582 with Christian Smith (Live at LickNDip, Los Angeles)Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast
Christian Smith (Live at LickNDip, Los Angeles)
This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration2023-09-2059 min
Reality LA Podcast: The Drop InWelcome to The Drop In!In this inaugural episode, we get to know our hosts, Michael and Nathan. Hear some of their backstories, like what it was like for Michael to grow up as a Korean American Christian and how Nathan moved to LA in a two-door '91 Chevy Cavalier (that broke down in Utah!) to become an actor. They also discuss being called to Los Angeles and the church and why a podcast like this can help you remember you are not alone, even in a big city like LA. Music by Alexander Hitchens2023-08-0243 min
PCF Los AngelesLearn the Word of God | Pastor Courtney HallSCRIPTURE TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:1-26
In Part Two of our series on II Timothy, we see that in order to Persevere Like Paul, we need to know, apply, & proclaim the word of God in our lives. In the second chapter of Paul's letter to his pastoral protégé Timothy, the apostle utilizes the metaphors of a soldier, an athlete, a worker, and even household articles, along with an Early Christian hymn, to illustrate the importance & utility of God's word in enabling us to persevere, fully prepared to do every good work for God (2 Timothy 2:21).
Preacher: Pastor Courtney Hall
Series: Persevere Li...2023-04-231h 22
La Trinchera con Christian Sobrino#55: La Jefatura Populista de Nieve de los Ángeles VázquezEn este episodio de #PodcastLaTrinchera, Christian Sobrino se sienta con la Prof. Nieve de los Ángeles Vázquez para discutir su libro 'El Jefe: Populismo y corrupción en el Puerto Rico de 1898.' El Jefe es una obra de revisionismo que presenta una nueva perspectiva sobre la invasión de los Estados Unidos a Puerto Rico en 1898 y una crítica al ascenso y el legado político de Luis Muñoz Rivera. La Prof. Vázquez es catedrática en el departamento de Humanidades de la Universidad de Puerto Rico recinto de Bayamón y desde el año 2019 h...2023-03-291h 18
LichtspielplatzLichtspielplatz #56 – CHINATOWN: Im Labyrinth von Los Angeles (Gäste: Regieassistent Hawk Koch, Schauspieler Allan Warnick & Editorin Bobbie O’Steen)Zum Auftakt unserer sechsten Staffel kümmern wir uns um einen der komplexesten Kriminalfälle der Filmgeschichte: CHINATOWN. Der 1974 erschienene Film, inszeniert von Roman Polanski mit Jack Nicholson in der Hauptrolle, zählt zu den größten Krimi- und New-Hollywood-Klassikern der Filmgeschichte. In unserem Gespräch gehen wir auf die Entstehung des Films ein, auf die historischen Hintergründe rund um die „Water Wars“ in Los Angeles, sprechen über die Hauptfigur, die Inszenierung und verschiedene Szenen des Films.
Dazu haben wir gleich drei Interviewpartner: Regieassistent Hawk Koch (später Produzent von Filmen wie WAYNE’S WORLD, ZWIELICHT oder SOURCE COD...2022-10-2200 min.jpg)
Lichtspielplatz – Der Podcast von Wilsons DachbodenLichtspielplatz #56 – CHINATOWN: Im Labyrinth von Los Angeles (Gäste: Regieassistent Hawk Koch, Schauspieler Allan Warnick & Editorin Bobbie O’Steen)Zum Auftakt unserer sechsten Staffel kümmern wir uns um einen der komplexesten Kriminalfälle der Filmgeschichte: CHINATOWN. Der 1974 erschienene Film, inszeniert von Roman Polanski mit Jack Nicholson in der Hauptrolle, zählt zu den größten Krimi- und New-Hollywood-Klassikern der Filmgeschichte. In unserem Gespräch gehen wir auf die Entstehung des Films ein, auf die historischen Hintergründe rund um die „Water Wars“ in Los Angeles, sprechen über die Hauptfigur, die Inszenierung und verschiedene Szenen des Films.Dazu haben wir gleich drei Interviewpartner: Regieassistent Hawk Koch (später Produzent von Filmen wie WAYNE’S WORLD, ZWIELICHT oder SOURCE COD...2022-10-2200 min
PCF Los AngelesThe Patience of Paul: In the Praetorium Prison | Pastor Courtney HallSCRIPTURE TEXT: Luke 24:45-53; Acts 1-2; Joel 2 A fair amount of the Apostle Paul’s prolific & influential epistolary ministry (half the books of the New Testament are attributed to him) was composed while in prison. Paul faced repeated incarceration as he travelled the ancient world evangelizing people to the Christian faith that was so persecuted in that era of the Roman Empire. Acts chapters 23-26 describe a period when Paul spent over two years imprisoned in the Praetorium (the Governor’s complex) in Caesarea awaiting trial, despite having committed no crime. Rather than despair, Paul saw an opportunity to demon...2022-06-1250 min
La Vida Es Un Maratón39 | Race Report Del Maratón de Los Ángeles 2022Ha llegado un episodio muy esperado por mi, el race report de mi carrera en el Maratón de Los Ángeles en EEUU 2022, la verdad en mis planes era solo mi experiencia de la carrera, pero el Maratón siempre te tiene preparada sorpresas y esta fue correr gran parte de la carrera con un amigo que hice por redes sociales, Juan Ariza de Colombia, un amigo que ya participó en el Podcast en el episodio 14 y ahora me ha encantado coincidir con él y que mejor que contarles de esta experiencia juntos.
Así que pasen a disfru...2022-04-101h 06
Welcome to UniontownEpisode 09 - Susan MinatoKicking off API History Month, we’re joined by co-president of UNITE HERE Local 11, Susan Minato, on this episode of Welcome to Uniontown. We learn about how her career took her from labor lawyer to labor organizer, her philosophy behind her organizing, her thoughts on how our country can address anti-Asian hate crimes, and her message for the LA Fed’s Policy Director, Rob Nothoff.
A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.
Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett Ying
Sound Editing: Jared Batty (of IATSE Local 33)
Mu...2021-05-1137 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 08 - Senator Alex PadillaLA's very own U.S. Senator (and former intern of the LA Fed) Alex Padilla joins us on this episode of Welcome to Uniontown to talk about his new role in DC as our junior Senator and discuss the PRO Act. We learn about his background as the proud son of immigrants from Mexico living in the Valley (his father a short-order cook and UNITE HERE Local 11 member, his mother a housekeeper), his degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT, his journey in politics, and who at the LA Fed currently works in his old office.
A podcast f...2021-04-2941 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 07: Dr. Melina AbdullahProfessor and proud California Faculty Association union member, Dr. Melina Abdullah joins us on this episode of Welcome to Uniontown. From recounting her roots in labor that sparked her childhood love of unions to discussing sacrifices endured by grassroots organizers, we learn what has inspired and shaped her field of study as an academic scholar, her teachings as an educator, and her activism as a Co-Founder of Black Lives Matter - Los Angeles.
A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.
Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett Ying
S...2021-03-3146 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 06: Julián CastroJulián Castro, former Mayor of San Antonio, Texas and President Obama's Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, joined us back in early February, prior to the storms in Texas, for this episode of Welcome to Uniontown. We hear about the inspirational women in his life, his thoughts on the importance of building bridges between communities of color in activist spaces, and his answer to the critical question: In & Out or Whataburger?
A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.
Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett Ying
Soun...2021-03-0828 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 05: Rev. James M. Lawson Jr.In this episode of Welcome to Uniontown, we're joined by activist and scholar Reverend James M. Lawson Jr., who was a leading theoretician and tactician of nonviolence within the Civil Rights movement. We learn the reason he left the South to come to Los Angeles, look back on his memories of getting arrested with CA State Senator (and former LA Fed President) Maria Elena Durazo, and hear the advice he has to bestow to young organizers.
A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.
Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Sca...2021-02-2237 minPCF Los AngelesThe In-Gathering: Bringing in the Sheaves (Leviticus 23:34-36; Psalm 126:1-6) Pastor Courtney HallGod's people annually celebrated the harvest season in ancient Israel by rising together to the holy city on the mountain, Jerusalem. Like the bounty of the land gathered in from the fields, so the people of God were gathered in to the home of their faith. As we anticipate Thanksgiving, let's sing our thanks to God TODAY for all He has done, is doing, and will do, just as His people have done from of old.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Leviticus 23:34-36; Psalm 126:1-6
SUNDAY SERVICE PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Nov. 22, 2020 JOIN US LIVE O...2020-11-2240 minPCF Los AngelesHoly Life (1 Peter 1:16) Pastor Venida AntonioGod has repeatedly reminded His people to "be holy as I am holy" (Lev 11:44-45; 19:2; 1 Pet 1:16). In this message, we examine the holiness of God and how He calls, consecrates, and completes us in holiness through Christ Jesus
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: 1 Peter 1:16
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PREACHER: Assoc. Pastor Venida Antonio
DATE: Nov. 15, 2020 JOIN US LIVE ONLINE AT 10AM
SERVICE TIMES: 8:30am (Outdoor) & 10am (Online)
2020: THE YEAR OF HARVEST2020-11-1537 minPCF Los AngelesGod's Great Plan (Jeremiah 29:11) Guest Pastor Edwin BernardinoKnown as "the weeping prophet," Jeremiah lived in a time of national crisis. His writings include the book of Lamentations and his name gave rise to the term jeremiad for any plaintive pronouncement of woes. And yet, Jeremiah 29:11 provides one of the most familiar & encouraging messages of hope in all of the Bible, as God assures His people of His great plans for them. Indeed, God holds a bright future for all who place their trust in Him.
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: Jeremiah 29:11
SUNDAY SERVICE GUEST PREACHER: Pastor Edwin Bernardino
DATE: Nov. 8, 2020 JOIN US LIVE ONLIN...2020-11-0836 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 04: Richard TrumkaWe welcome America's highest-ranking union leader Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO President, to Uniontown. He looks back on his days as a mineworker, explains why labor is not at odds with environmental rights, and reflects on how his first childhood lesson from his father about racism leads to his conclusion that America can't just be built back, but must be built back better. A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett YingSound Editing: Jared Batty (of IATSE Local 33)Music: The N...2020-11-0150 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 03: Maxine WatersWe welcome inspirational role model Congressmember "Aunty" Maxine Waters to Uniontown. She joins us not just to discuss her early days as a garment worker to a transformational leader in Los Angeles and our country, but ALSO to pull the receipts on her haters and the current administration. A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett YingSound Editing: Jared Batty (of IATSE Local 33)Music: The Nightwatchman - Union Town. Special thanks to Tom Morello (of Rage Against the M...2020-11-0145 minPCF Los AngelesBoth Sides Now (1 Peter 4:10-11) Pastor Courtney HallAs a major election approaches, we may grow increasingly concerned that "our side wins" but as the famous songs states, when we consider things from "both sides now," we may conclude there's more to the situations we face than we fully understand. God's word shows there's more to being righteous than just "being right." In John 7:16-18, Jesus calls us to see--and LIVE--by God's Spirit.
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: 1 Peter 4:10-11
SUNDAY SERVICE PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Nov. 1, 2020 JOIN US LIVE ONLINE AT 10AM*
SERVICE TIMES: 8:30am (Outdoor) & 10am (Online)*
2020...2020-11-011h 01PCF Los AngelesServing With Our Spiritual Gifts (1 Peter 4:10-11) Pastor Ron Younger"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms" (1 Peter 4:10, NIV). These gifts given by Christ to His people (Ephesians 4:8) are meant "to equip His people for works of service, so that the Body of Christ may be built up... and become mature" (Ephesians 4:12-13). SCRIPTURE TEXT: 1 Peter 4:10-11
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PREACHER: Assoc. Pastor Ron Younger
DATE: Oct. 25, 2020 JOIN US LIVE ONLINE AT 10AM*
SERVICE TIMES: 8:30am (Outdoor) & 10am (Online)
2020: THE YEAR OF HARVEST2020-10-2545 minWelcome to UniontownEpisode 02: James P. HoffaIn this episode of Welcome to Uniontown, we're joined by James P. Hoffa, who has led the International Brotherhood of Teamsters since 1998 - the second longest-serving President in Teamsters' history. We journey into the past to his days as a football player, take a look at the evolution of the Teamsters during his leadership, discuss the war on workers, and get his thoughts on the Trump administration and Election 2020. A podcast from the Los Angeles County of Labor, AFL-CIO.Produced by Hugo Romero, Christian Castro, and Scarlett Ying.Music: The Nightwatchman...2020-10-2043 minPCF Los AngelesJointed Constantly in Prayer (Acts 1:14) Pastor Henjie PimentaTEACHING SLIDES
The Book of Acts describes the early Christian Church as a family of faith constantly joined together by the content of their faith-filled prayers, the consistency of their congregating together in worship & the Word, the commonality of their sharing resource, and the constancy of their communion with God together. The plan of Jesus for His Church remains the same today: that we should be constantly joined together in prayer, the Spirit, and our common cause in Christ.
- SCRIPTURE TEXT: Acts 1:14
PREACHER: Assoc. Pastor Henjie Pimenta
DATE: Oct. 18, 2020 JOIN US LIV...2020-10-1830 minPCF Los AngelesInhabit His Grace: (Luke 21:7-36) "Your Redemption Draws Near"The Jewish Feast of Shelters, pinnacle of ancient Israel's fall festivals, commemorates how God dwelt among His people in the Tabernacle during their sojourn in the wilderness. It's also a symbol of Jesus dwelling among humankind via His Incarnation & a promise of our hope ahead when "the dwelling place of God is now among the people" (Rev 21:3). In Luke 21, Jesus describes how to discern the signs of the times that will signal the arrival of God's Kingdom in our world.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Luke 21:7-36
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Oct. 11, 2020 JOIN US LIVE O...2020-10-111h 12PCF Los AngelesShelter in Place: Occupy Until I Come (Luke 19:11-28)The Jewish Feast of Shelters, pinnacle of ancient Israel's fall festivals, commemorates how God dwelt among His people in the Tabernacle during their sojourn in the wilderness. It's also a symbol of Jesus dwelling among humankind via His Incarnation & a promise of our hope ahead when "the dwelling place of God is now among the people" (Rev 21:3). Jesus' Parable of the Minas in Luke 19 gives guidance today as to how we shall faithfully "occupy" until Jesus returns to make all things new.
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: Luke 19:11-28
SUNDAY SERVICE : 10am
Pastor Courtney Hall
2020-10-051h 08PCF Los AngelesChoose This Day : Pastor Courtney HallThe Book of Joshua concludes in chapter 24 with Joshua's farewell address to the nation of Israel as all the people gathered together before the Presence of the Lord. Summarizing God's good works and faithful words, Joshua warns the people that to reject the Lord will bring about disaster but that "as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord" (v. 15). Joshua's sermon likewise compels us even now to "choose this day" whom we will serve and how we will live.
Scripture Text: Joshua 24:1-33
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles
Sunday Ser...2020-09-271h 08PCF Los AngelesHold Fast to the Lord (Joshua 23:1-16)The last two chapters of the Book of Joshua contain the eponymous leader's concluding remarks to the nation of Israel at the end of his life. In the first of these two sermons, found in chapter 23, Joshua reminds the leaders & elders of Israel that not one of God's promises to His people has failed (v. 14; cf. Josh 21:45). Much as his predecessor Moses did in Deuteronomy, Joshua reiterates the fundamental admonitions from God's Word: obey God (v. 6; cf. Josh. 1:7-8; Deut. 5:32; 28:14); love God (v. 11; cf. Deut. 6:5); and hold fast to God in faith (v. 8). Those who do so shall see...2020-09-2055 minPCF Los AngelesAn Altar Named "Witness" (Joshua 22:1-34) Pastor Courtney HallIn Joshua chapter 22, we find the establishment of an altar named "Witness" as a statement in both stone & spirit. In a time of tribalism & an uncertain future, the nation of ancient Israel found once again that faith in God's faithfulness forms a bond to bridge all borders. We'll gain lessons for our lives today from this passage, as we like living stones (1 Pet 2:5) carry on witnessing for Christ (Acts 1:8) in a ruptured world.
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 22:1-34
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE...2020-09-131h 01PCF Los AngelesLand for the Levites (Joshua 21:1-45) Pastor Courtney HallUnique among the tribes of ancient Israel, the Levites didn't receive an allotment of land; for these leaders of the priestly services ordained by God, "the Lord [was] their inheritance" (Deut. 10:9). However, they received designated cities within all the other tribal territories, as described in Joshua chapter 21, in which we'll find a special legacy for those who dedicate their lives to the worship & honoring of God.
-SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 21:1-45
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Sep. 6, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
2020-09-0657 minPCF Los AngelesThe Places of Refuge (Joshua 20:1-9) Pastor Courtney HallThe story of the Bible begins with human beings dwelling in the Paradise of God's Presence, in harmony with Him. But from the beginning, our disobedience displaced us. Yet our loving Creator set to work right away to create for the repentant places of refuge. Joshua 20 describes cities set aside for the purposes of justice & mercy--a microcosm of God's plan to redeem people and provide a place of refuge & redemption.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 20:1-9
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Aug. 30, 2020
SERV...2020-08-3059 minPCF Los AngelesA Tabernacle in Shiloh (Joshua chapters 18 & 19) Pastor Courtney HallContinuing in our study of the Book of Joshua, we see all of ancient Israel gathering at the resting place of the Tabernacle in Shiloh, a place whose very name refers to a haven of peace and a promise of "the One to Whom It All Belongs," the One Who is to Come, a true Prince of Peace.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua chapters 18 & 19
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: Aug. 23, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERIES: THE JOSHUA GENERATION II - A NEW...2020-08-231h 04PCF Los Angeles"If You Are a Great People" (Joshua 16 & 17) | Struggles in the Land Pastor Courtney HallWhat is required in order to be "a great people" in the eyes of God? As we progress in our study of the Book of Joshua, we're reminded that it's more than just numbers. The tribes of Joseph's sons were many in number, but it was struggles in the land that led Joshua to call them to a greater expression of faith. Similarly, our own current circumstances present challenges that also call us to deeper faith & greater growth.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 16 & 17
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Cou...2020-08-1645 minPCF Los AngelesPeople of Problems & Praise (Joshua 15:1-63; Genesis 49:8-12) Pastor Courtney HallContinuing in our study of the Book of Joshua, we see in chapter 15 and the discussion of the tribe of Judah's tribal allotment an enduring reality: dealings with people (whether within our own "in-groups" of family & community or with people of different backgrounds) often produce many challenges. But as God's people, we're called to live united as people of praise who fix our hopes on the Lord and find our solutions in Him.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 15:1-63; Genesis 49:8-12
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
...2020-08-091h 08PCF Los AngelesThe Blessings of Obedience (Joshua 14:6-15) Pastor Courtney HallThe word "obedience" conjures for many thoughts of unpleasant duties, the drudgery of demands, & restrictive rules. Yet, as our ongoing study in the Book of Joshua demonstrates, God delights to develop obedience in people faithful to follow Him into all the blessings & benefits of His ways.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 14:6-15
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall DATE: Aug. 2, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERIES: THE JOSHUA GENERATION II - A NEW BEGINNING
SERMON: The Blessings of Obedience2020-08-021h 03PCF Los AngelesDeliverance From the Spirit of Fear (Psalm 34:4-11) Pastor Emanuel MadejaKing David of ancient Israel not only led the armies in war but also the people in worship. In Psalm 34, one of the famed psalms of David, we're reminded that those who fear (i.e. reverence & worship) the Lord receive deliverance from the fear of anything or anyone else. "Those who look to Him are radiant [and] never covered with shame" (v. 5, NIV).
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Psalm 34:4-11
Praise Christian Fellowship LA Sunday Service
GUEST PREACHER: Pastor Emanuel Madeja
DATE: July 26, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERMON: Deliverance From the Spirit of Fear2020-07-2636 minPCF Los AngelesCount It All Joy (James 1:1-18) Pastor Ron YoungerIn his famous and inspired letter to the church, James reminds followers of Christ to "count it all joy" whenever we face the various trials & temptations that life invariably brings. As we all deal with a time of unusually profound & compounded challenges in our world & to our faith, Assoc. Pastor Ron Younger leads us in a study of Scripture designed to equip us to "count it all joy" in the Spirit of Jesus.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: James 1:1-18
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
GUEST PREACHER: Assoc. Pastor Ron Younger
DAT...2020-07-1929 minPCF Los AngelesReviewing the Record (Joshua Chapters 1-12) Pastor Courtney HallAs we turn to completing our survey of the Book of Joshua (begun in 2019) with a new sermon series on the latter half of that book, we first review the material included in Joshua chapters 1-12 and all the essential lessons we've derived from these classic texts on the Joshua generation entering into the Promise Land and ALL the promises of the living God.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua Chapters 1-12 SUNDAY SERVICE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: July 5, 2020 JOIN US LIVE ONLINE
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERIES: THE JOSHUA GENERATION II: A NE...2020-07-051h 05PCF Los AngelesJourney (Proverbs 19:21) Pastor Venida AntoniaAs Proverbs 21 reflects, we all have many plans that we carry in our hearts--our ideas and our maps for the journey ahead. But ultimately, it's the counsel of the Lord--His plans & His maps, His guidance & His goals--which truly prevail. In this message, Pastor Venida Antonio walks us in the ways of the Lord so that we may recognize the beauty & purpose of our journey with Jesus.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Proverbs 19:21
Sunday Service GUEST PREACHER: Assoc. Pastor Venida Antonio
DATE: June 28, 2020 SERVICE
TIME: 10:00 am
SERMON: Journey2020-06-2835 minPCF Los AngelesThe Father's Blessing (Proverbs 4:10-13) Pastor Hazel HallIn this Father's Day sermon, Pastor Hazel Hall looks at the blessings offered by our Father God, blessings of longevity, certainty, and stability as described in the fourth chapter of Proverbs.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Proverbs 4:10-13
Praise Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles - Sunday Service
PREACHER: Pastor Hazel Hall
DATE: June 21, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERMON: The Father’s Blessing2020-06-2147 minPCF Los AngelesThe Cloak of Zeal (Ephesians 6:18-19; Isaiah 59:17) Pastor Courtney HallThroughout our study in Ephesians 6:10-18 on how believers face spiritual warfare equipped in “The Whole Armor of God” (v. 11), Pastor Courtney takes us week by week, weapon by weapon, through the resourcing of the Holy Spirit for overcoming spiritual opposition. In part eight we conclude this series wrapped in the CLOAK OF ZEAL and fervor for prayer always in the Spirit!
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 6:18-19; Isaiah 59:17
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PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: June 14, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERMON SERIES: The Whole Armor of God (Pt. 8...2020-06-1450 minPCF Los AngelesThe Sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17b; Hebrews 4:1-13) Pastor Courtney HallThroughout our study in Ephesians 6:10-18 on how believers face spiritual warfare equipped in “The Whole Armor of God” (v. 11), Pastor Courtney takes us week by week, weapon by weapon, through the resourcing of the Holy Spirit for overcoming spiritual opposition. In part seven of this series, we take up the SWORD OF THE SPIRIT which is the Word of God (Ephesians 6:17b), "active & alive, sharper than any two edged sword" (Hebrews 4:12).
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 6:17b; Hebrews 4:1-13
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PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: June 7, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am 2020-06-071h 04PCF Los AngelesThe Shield of Faith (Ephesians 6:16) Pastor Courtney HallPut on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.
SERMON SERIES: The Whole Armor of God (Pt. 5) - The Shield of Faith2020-05-241h 12PCF Los AngelesThe Soles of the Good News of Peace (Ephesians 6:15) Pastor Courtney HallPCF-LA SUNDAY SERVICE ONLINE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: May 17, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERMON SERIES: The Whole Armor of God (Pt. 4)2020-05-1749 minPCF Los AngelesThe Breastplate Of Righteousness (Ephesians 6:14B; Isaiah 59:17A) Pastor Courtney HallPREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: May 10, 2020 (Mother's Day)
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERMON SERIES: The Whole Armor of God (Pt. 3)2020-05-1057 minPCF Los Angeles0:25 / 31:47 The Whole Armor of God (Part 2): (Ephesians 6:14a)The Belt of Truth (5/03/2020)PCF-LA SUNDAY SERVICE ONLINE PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall DATE: May 3, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT) SERMON SERIES: The Whole Armor of God (Part 2) SERMON: "The Belt of Truth"
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 6:14a Preaching out of Paul’s famous passage in Ephesians 6:10-18 describing how believers face spiritual warfare equipped in “The Whole Armor of God” (v. 11), Pastor Courtney takes us week by week, weapon by weapon, through the resourcing of the Holy Spirit for spiritual success. In this message, part two of the series, we examine the spiritual preparation, provision, protection, & purpose symbolized by the BELT OF TRUTH.2020-05-0330 minPCF Los AngelesThe Fruit Shown -(Rev 1:5-18; 19:11-16; 22:12-13; John 1:12) A Coming King of EternityOur Holy Week Sermon Series culminates with the celebration of Jesus' Resurrection. Throughout this series, we've focused on how harvest happens in the midst of hardship, and how these days help make "the Unknown Christ" known to us through Divine revelation, that we might be truly "the children of God" (John 1:12) prepared for our Soon-Coming King!
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Rev 1:5-18; 19:11-16; 22:12-13; John 1:12 PCF-LA EASTER SUNDAY ONLINE
SERVICE PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: April 12, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am (PDT)
SERMON SERIES: The Harvest of Heaven (Pt. 3)
SERMON: "The Fru...2020-04-121h 02PCF Los AngelesThe Seed Sown (Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:5; John 1:10) A Peaceful Man of GalileeOur Holy Week Sermon Series begins with Jesus' Triumphal Entry on Palm Sunday . Throughout this series, we focus on how harvest happens in the midst of hardship, and how these days reveal "the Unknown Christ" to us: "Jesus came to His own, but His own did not receive Him" (John 1:10). What's the difference between shouts of empty praise & hearts full of worship? We find out together in this study of His Word.
SCRIPTURE TEXTS: Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:5; John 1:10 PCF-LA SUNDAY
SERVICE - April 5, 2020 @ 10AM
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall HOLY WEEK
SERMON SERIES...2020-04-051h 17PCF Los AngelesWalk in Love (Ephesians 5:1-13) Pastor Courtney HallPCF-LA SUNDAY SERVICE - March 29, 2020 @ 10AM
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
SERMON SERIES: Ephesians - Growing in Grace & Glory (Pt. 5)
SERMON: Walk in Love
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 5:1-33
Chapter five of Paul's letter to the Ephesians is a practical treatise on the basics of Christian living that fleshes out what it means to "walk in love" (Ephes. 5:2) by walking in purity, clarity, and unity in Christ.2020-03-2949 minPCF Los AngelesThe Full Measure of Christ (Ephesians 4:1-32) Pastor Courtney HallChapter four of Paul's letter to the Ephesians continues to the emphasize of the unity of those who have answered the call to come to Christ Jesus, rejecting the futility of the world, and walking together in the ways of the Lord unto the full measure of maturity in the Christ.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 4:1-32 PCF-LA SUNDAY
SERVICE - March 22, 2020 @ 10AM
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
SERMON SERIES: Ephesians - Growing in Grace & Glory (Pt. 4) SERMON: The Full Measure of Christ2020-03-2246 minPCF Los AngelesThe Mystery Revealed (Ephesians 3:1-21) Pastor Courtney HallThe Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians remains one of the greatest writings on how God calls & equips His people to grow in grace & glory. In chapter three, Paul pens a revelation of God's majestic mystery unveiled: His present plan & empowering purposes to be carried out by the Messianic ministry of the Body of Christ, to the eternal glory of "Him who is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine" (Ephesians: 3:20)!
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 3:1-21 SUNDAY
SERVICE PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: March 15, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
...2020-03-151h 04PCF Los AngelesGod's Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:1-22) Pastor Courtney HallThe Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians remains one of the greatest writings on how God calls & equips His people to grow in grace & glory. In chapter two, Paul describes how, even while we were still dead in our sins, Christ brought us to life, brought us together, & built us to last as "God's Masterpiece," a living Temple of the eternal God.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ephesians 2:1-22
SUNDAY SERVICE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: March 8, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERMON SERIES: Ephesians - Growing in Grace & Glory (Pt. 2) SERMON: God's Masterpiece2020-03-0847 minPCF Los AngelesHands of Man, Hand of God (Ecclesiastes 4:1-6) Pastor Joe VolpiThe Book of Ecclesiastes may be one of the more overlooked wonders of the Old Testament. Despite its reputation for bleakness, it offers powerful insight into an inspired & liberated life in the Lord. Writer, local church pastor, and esteemed organizational leader Pastor Joe Volpi returns to PCF-LA once again to bring this revelatory message of the Lord from this often neglected treasure in God's Word.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Ecclesiastes 4:1-6
SUNDAY SERVICE
GUEST PREACHER: Pastor Joe Volpi
DATE: February 23, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
2020: THE YEAR OF HARVEST SE...2020-02-2351 minPCF Los AngelesThe GROW & "GO!" of Harvest: Of Seeds & Weeds (Luke 10:1-3) Pastor Courtney HallWhen Jesus sent His disciples out in pairs, He sent them "into the harvest," saying to them "Go!" in a precursor to the Great Commission into which we as disciples today are still enlisted. In order to fulfill the "Go!" of harvest, we examine how Jesus' parables of growth teach invaluable lessons on how harvest can be multiplied, faith can be most fruitful, and the weeds & wilting of wickedness can be resisted.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Luke 10:1-3
SUNDAY SERVICE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: February 9, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10...2020-02-0956 minPCF Los AngelesRelationshipGoals: It's Really About You & Me (John 13:3-8) Pastor Angela JonesOur guest preacher, Angela Jones, a marvelous leader, motivational speaker, dedicated scholar of the Scriptures, and earnest woman of God, leads us in a study of John 13:3-8, in which Jesus washed the Apostles' feet and revealed His relational goals for those who would follow Him faithfully.
SCRIPTURE TEXTS: John 13:3-8
SUNDAY SERVICE
GUEST PREACHER: Angela Jones
DATE: January 26, 2020
SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
2020: THE YEAR OF HARVEST
SERMON: "#RelationshipGoals: It's Really About You & Me"2020-01-2630 minPCF Los AngelesThe Foe of Harvest (Song of Songs 2:15) Pastor Courtney HallEspecially as we advance into the harvest of God's promises, the word of the Lord reminds us that it's often "the little foxes that spoil the vineyard" (Song of Songs 2:15). Scripture also warns us that sin crouches at our door (Genesis 4:7), even as Satan hungers for our souls (1 Peter 5:8), that he might "sift us like wheat" (Luke 22:31). But to His faithful ones in all these situations God promises to grant the grace, guidance, & strength needed for us to overcome.
SCRIPTURE TEXTS: Song of Songs 2:15
SUNDAY SERVICE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE...2020-01-191h 04PCF Los AngelesThe Glow of Harvest:"Taste & See That the Lord is Good" (Psalm 34:8; Matthew 5:6; 1 Peter 2:1-3) The word of the Lord to Praise Christian Fellowship for 2020 is that we are entering into a YEAR OF HARVEST! We're also beginning this new year with a spiritual fast, that we might "hunger & thirst for [God's] righteousness" (Matt 5:6) and through our prayer truly "taste & see that the Lord is good" (Psalm 34:8). Our focus in this message will be on how best we may seek the Lord & walk with Him DAILY.
SCRIPTURE TEXTS: Psalm 34:8; Matthew 5:6; 1 Peter 2:1-3
SUNDAY SERVICE
PREACHER: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: January 5, 2020 SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERIES: T...2020-01-0522 minPCF Los AngelesFruit of the Throne: Christ the KingAs our Advent anticipation draws near to Christmas, we're reminded that the coming of Christ as the Babe of Bethlehem also initiated the harvest of the Kingdom to come (see John 4:35). The Book of Revelation declares that the One whose "Name is called the Word of God" (Rev. 19:13; cf. John 1:1, 14) is the very Jesus "King of Kings & Lord of Lords" (Rev. 19:16) whose places His Holy Name upon His people as He comes to dwell & reign with us forever in fullest joy (Rev. 22:4).
Scripture Text: Revelation 19:11-16; 22:1-5
The Fourth Sunday in Advent
Service Time...2019-12-2353 minPCF Los AngelesFruit of the Word: The Coming ChristThe Holy Scriptures are full of prophecies foretold, fulfilled, & forthcoming. As we begin the season of Advent, our faithful expectation relates to how the Christmas story reminds us again of God's faithfulness, both past & present, and even into the future. Just as Jesus' First Coming was long foretold & faithfully awaited by those who believed, so today Jesus' Second Coming is also foretold and faithfully awaited by those who believe the living Word of God.
Scripture Text: John 1:1 Sunday December 1, 2019
Service Time: 10:00am
Preacher: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: A FRUITFUL ADVENT...2019-12-0243 minPCF Los AngelesOne Thing I DODenim blue jeans began as "workmen's clothes" but they ultimately attained a pinnacle in the fashion world, as well as becoming the "go-to garment" of multiple generations. Nowadays, they're a "tried-and-true, basic blue" way to dress for almost any occasion. Similarly, there are five simple Biblical passages that basically & beautifully describe "one thing" (5 of 1's) to fix our focus on Christ. These five statements found throughout Scripture suggest workable application points to fit our faith for all seasons, in ways both durable & beautiful. As we conclude this series, we consider how each of the "five o' ones" that we've...2019-11-2053 minPCF Los AngelesOne thing I KNOWDenim blue jeans began as "workmen's clothes" but they ultimately attained a pinnacle in the fashion world, as well as becoming the "go-to garment" of multiple generations. Nowadays, they're a "tried-and-true, basic blue" way to dress for almost any occasion. Similarly, there are five simple Biblical passages that basically & beautifully describe "one thing" (5 of 1's) to fix our focus on Christ. These five statements found throughout Scripture suggest workable application points to fit our faith for all seasons, in ways both durable & beautiful. As we continue this series, we learn through Jesus' healing of a blind man about ONE...2019-11-0451 minPCF Los AngelesOne Thing I NEEDDenim blue jeans began as "workmen's clothes" but they ultimately attained a pinnacle in the fashion world, as well as becoming the "go-to garment" of multiple generations. Nowadays, they're a "tried-and-true, basic blue" way to dress for almost any occasion. Similarly, there are five simple Biblical passages that basically & beautifully describe "one thing" (5 of 1's) to fix our focus on Christ. These five statements found throughout Scripture suggest workable application points to fit our faith for all seasons, in ways both durable & beautiful. We continue this series by considering how, in a world of distractions & demands, Jesus taught a...2019-10-2955 minPCF Los AngelesOne Thing I LACKDenim blue jeans began as "workmen's clothes" but they ultimately attained a pinnacle in the fashion world, as well as becoming the "go-to garment" of multiple generations. Nowadays, they're a "tried-and-true, basic blue" way to dress for almost any occasion. Similarly, there are five simple Biblical passages that basically & beautifully describe "one thing" (5 of 1's) to fix our focus on Christ. These five statements from throughout Scripture suggest workable application points to fit our faith for all seasons, in ways both durable & beautiful. We continue this series by examining the ONE THING Jesus suggested may be lacking in the...2019-10-2654 minPCF Los AngelesOne Thing I ASKDenim blue jeans began as "workmen's clothes" but they ultimately attained a pinnacle in the fashion world, as well as becoming the "go-to garment" of multiple generations. Nowadays, they're a "tried-and-true, basic blue" way to dress for almost any occasion. Similarly, there are five simple Biblical passages that basically & beautifully describe "one thing" (5 of 1's) to fix our focus on Christ. These five statements from throughout Scripture suggest workable application points to fit our faith for all seasons, in ways both durable & beautiful. We begin this series by examining David's singular focus on the Lord expressed in Psalm 27. SCRIPTURE T...2019-10-1756 minPCF Los AngelesDestruction & ResurrectionSunday September 22, 2019 Service Time (SINGLE SERVICE): 10:00am Preacher: Lead Pastor Courtney Hall Sermon Series: AMOS - Burdens & Blessings (Pt. 3) Sermon Title: "Destruction & Resurrection" Scripture Text: Amos 9:1-15 Though Amos was a common sheep herder & fig farmer, God called him to be among the first of the writing prophets of the 8th century BC. Visionary prophetic messages in the Hebrew Bible are often referred to as a "burden," a package from God to be delivered to the people. Amos, whose very name in Hebrew means "burden bearer" faithfully bore God's difficult message of judgment coming on His people because of their...2019-09-2747 minPCF Los AngelesThe Time is RipeThough Amos was a common sheep herder & fig farmer, God called him as among the first of the writing prophets of the 8th century BC. Visionary prophetic messages in the Hebrew Bible are often referred to as a "burden," a package from God to be delivered to the people. Amos, whose very name in Hebrew means "burden bearer" faithfully bore God's difficult message of judgment coming on His people because of their indifference to injustice, & sin. Yet the book of Amos also carries blessings for those who look faithfully to the "Lord who daily bears our burdens" (Psalm 68:19).
...2019-09-1647 minPCF Los AngelesEradicating UnbeliefA gifted inspirational speaker & ordained Foursquare minister, Pastor Maureen Broderson shares a message of hope & strength confronting "the believer's unbelief," bringing us to a deeper understanding & settled, confident belief that it is the Lord who has created each one of us to fulfill His intention & purpose in our lives according to His "holy calling..and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began" (2 Timothy 1:9).
SCRIPTURE TEXT: 2 Timothy 1:9
GUEST PREACHER: Pastor Maureen Broderson
DATE: September 1, 2019
SERVICE TIME: 10:00AM
SERIES: THE JOSHUA GENERATION2019-09-0548 minPCF Los AngelesThe Rest of the LandAs we conclude our series surveying the first half of the book of Joshua, we observe the Israelites gaining the Promised Land through the conquest of the territory from north to south. We also take this opportunity to summarize some of the great lessons we've learned from the Joshua Generation, including most especially the admonition of the Lord to stand strong in obedient faith & Spirit-formed courage, confident that as God leads His people through times of transition & trial, He also brings the blessings of victory in "the rest of the land."
Scripture Text: Joshua chapters 11 & 12
Sun...2019-09-0548 minPCF Los AngelesJoshua & Ai: Victory in the LordJoshua chapter seven revealed how often "pride goes before a fall" (Prov 16:18) and that secret sin will ultimately result in public shame (Num 32:23; Luke 8:17). Yet this message on Israel's subsequent success at the second Battle of Ai in Joshua chapter eight reminds us that when God's people root out sin and rely on God's mercy & Presence as promised in His ever enduring Word, even a site of failure and shame can become a place of triumphant victory. Joshua at Ai brings the glorious good news of second chances in the Lord!
Scripture Text: Joshua 8:1-35
Su...2019-08-0755 minPCF Los AngelesAchan & Joshua: Cursing & BlessingSometimes, even as we follow the call of the Lord, our greatest success can precede what may feel like our greatest failure. In Joshua chapter seven, we find one of the most sobering stories of failure among God's people in the sin of Achan. Yet even the harsh reality of judgment that Achan brought down holds encouraging lessons for God's people: don't hide your sin, don't bury your blessing, and DO believe that Jesus Christ leads us into better things (Hebrews 10:19-20; 12:24)!
Scripture Text: Joshua 7:1-25
Sunday July 28, 2019
2019-08-0343 minPCF Los AngelesStanding On Holy GroundWe engage one of the great Divine Encounters of the Scriptures in this lesson from Joshua chapter five, in which Joshua comes face to face with the Commander of the Armies of Heaven, who makes Joshua aware that he is "standing on holy ground." In making application to our lives as believers today, we recognize an ongoing call as a "Joshua Generation" of Christians to make consecration, communion, and calling central aspects of our faith and daily focus.
Scripture Text: Joshua 5:1-15
Sunday July 7, 2019
Service Times (STANDARD): 8:30am & 11:00am
Preacher: Senior Pastor...2019-07-1246 minPCF Los AngelesCrossing the Jordan stopped waters stacked stonesAs "The Joshua Generation" crosses the Jordan in chapters three & four of the Book of Joshua, at last making their first entrance into the Promised Land to which God has called them, they demonstrate for modern believers the vitality of consecration, participation, and activation in, with, and through the powerful Word of God's promise and the transformative reality of His Presence. Just as the Lord calls them to memorialize His great works on their behalf, stacking stones as an altar of memory and a tower of teaching for generations to come, so we also remember not only what God h...2019-07-0449 minPCF Los AngelesRahab's Rope: A Certain Hope"The Joshua Generation" sermon series continues with an examination of Joshua chapter two, in which spies from Israel are given refuge by an unlikely benefactor, Rahab the prostitute. In response to her faith, the Israelites promise protection to Rahab & her family so long as a scarlet rope hangs in their window, an outward sign of inner loyalty to their covenant made with God. Many metaphors and applications for modern people live within this passage, which promises a certain scarlet hope for all who cling to the cord of the Christ, our Savior!
Scripture Text: Joshua 2:1-24
S...2019-06-2956 minPCF Los AngelesEnter the PromiseContinuing in our sermon series on lessons from "The Joshua Generation," we study the text of Joshua chapter one in greater detail. We'll also consider New Testament parallels that further reveal how believers can enter into the promises of God today for holy living, empowered witness, and spiritual unity among the faithful.
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Joshua 1 1-18
PREACHER: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
DATE: JUNE 16, 2019
SERVICE TIMES: 8:30AM & 11:00AM
SERIES: THE JOSHUA GENERATION
2019-06-2043 minPCF Los AngelesStrong and CourageousThe Book of Joshua, Moses' successor to lead the children of Israel into the Promised Land, provides an enduring legacy of the lessons, battles, and victories involved in "taking territory" in the "land of milk and honey." Beginning a new sermon series on lessons from "The Joshua Generation," Pastor Courtney Hall focuses on the major theme of chapter one: the Lord's admonition to Joshua and his people to "be strong and courageous." It's a charge that compels every generation of believers to meditate on the word of God day and night in order to follow His prosperous way of s...2019-06-1150 min
Arrive Early, Leave LateSoccer - LAFC, Christian Ramirez, Women's World Cup Preview (Baxter)Host Beto Durán travels up the 710 to visit the LAFC at their practice facility at CSU Los Angeles to record this episode onsite. Durán meets up with soccer reporter Kevin Baxter. Kevin sits down for a one-on-one interview with LAFC forward Christian Ramirez. Beto has some questions for Christian too, and then Kevin and Beto discuss the Women's World Cup, LAFC and the 3252 fans, the Gold Cup, and a few other soccer related topics. Kevin shares the history of an upcoming 50th anniversary of a significant game between El Salvador and Honduras (in LA on June 25th), an...2019-05-2935 min
PCF Los AngelesA Proud BelieverOur special guest, Pastor Edwin Bernardino of Our Christ is Wonderful church, leads us through the grandeur of Psalm 118, a vibrant reminder of the beauty, blessing, and boldness of God which is transmitted to His followers who stand firmly on their faith in Him and proudly declare: "The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation!"(Psalm 118:14).
SCRIPTURE TEXT: Psalm 118
PREACHER: Guest Pastor Edwin Bernardino
DATE: MAY 26, 2019
ONE SERVICE TIME: 10:00 am
SERMON: A Proud Believer2019-05-2846 min
PCF Los AngelesJericho Taking the TerritoryGuest speaker Pastor Ricky Razz brings a dynamic message on Joshua chapter six and "taking the territory" of God's promises by faithful obedience, just as Joshua and the children of Israel did when they encountered the famed walled city of Jericho.
Scripture Texts: Joshua 6
GUEST PREACHER: PASTOR RICKY RAZZ
DATE: MAY 19, 2019
SERVICE TIME: 8:30 am & 11:00 am2019-05-2131 min
PCF Los AngelesSelf-Control: Tempered By the TruthWe conclude our 12-part study on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in Galatians chapter five with a final focus on the spiritual fruit of SELF-CONTROL, or to use an old-fashioned term: temperance. This spiritual fruit consists of controlling one's passions, tempers, and desires, effectively "taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ" (2 Corinthians 10:5) as the Lord by His Spirit brings His godliness to fruition in us.
Scripture Texts: 5:22-23; Acts 24:25; 2 Peter 1:5-8
SERIES: Fruit of the Spirit (Part 12)
PREACHER: SENIOR PASTOR COURTNEY H...2019-05-1547 min
PCF Los AngelesPeace: Wholeness in the LordWe continue in our series on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit by examining the peace of God which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6) and He grants His peace to His followers (John 14:27). In this study we see that God's peace is not only the absence of conflict but also the essence of wholeness that comes from dwelling in righteousness in the Presence of the Lord.
-Scripture Texts: Galatians 5:22; Isaiah 2:2-4; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 2:14; 24:36
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: The Fruit of the Spirit (Part 6)
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PCF Los AngelesGentleness: The Quality of the ChristContinuing in our in-depth study of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in Galatians chapter five, we focus on GENTLENESS, a spiritual fruit that demonstrates the qualities of Christ Jesus "who, though He was...God, did not consider equality with God to be something grasped but instead emptied Himself [of His divine privileges] and took upon Himself the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of humanity [&] humbled Himself to the point of death" (Philippians 2:6-8). Jesus is notable for being "GENTLE and humble in heart" (Matthew 11:29). Therefore, we aim for this same gentleness as Christ Jesus (P...2019-05-0751 minPCF Los AngelesFaithfulness: The Substance of Hope & Evidence of GodIn this message, we return to our ongoing and in-depth study of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in Galatians chapter five with a focus on FAITHFULNESS, a spiritual fruit that flourishes from the abiding virtue of faith (as described in 1 Corinthians 13:13), what Hebrews 1:1 calls "the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen."
Scripture Texts: Galatians 5:22; Hebrews 11:1
SERIES: Final Days & First fruits (Part 10)
PREACHER: SENIOR PASTOR COURTNEY HALL
DATE: APRIL 28, 2019 - EASTER SUNDAY
SERVICE TIME: 8:30 am & 11:00 am 2019-04-2948 min
PCF Los AngelesResurrection Day & the Parable of the Budding Fig TreeJesus is Risen! Our Easter Sunday celebration of the resurrection of Jesus the Christ, "firstfruits" from the grave (1 Cor. 15:20) and "firstborn" of Heaven (Rom. 8:29), also culminates this teaching series on the symbolic significance of the Fig Tree in the stories and signs of Jesus' ministry regarding "Last Days & Firstfruits."
-Scripture Texts: Luke 21:29-33
Sunday April 21, 2019
Service Time (SPECIAL): 10:00am (Luncheon Party Following)
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: Final Days & First fruits (Part 3) -- EASTER SUNDAY
Sermon Title: "Resurrection Day & the Parable o...2019-04-221h 00
PCF Los AngelesPalm Sunday & the Parable of the Barren Fig TreeWe begin Holy Week and our sermon series leading up to Good Friday & Easter Sunday by examining the role of the Fig Tree in Scripture as a symbol for both judgment & fruitfulness. The fig tree figures prominently not only in the Old Testament but also in Jesus' stories & signs during His earthly ministry, including notably during His final days leading up to His sacrifice on the Cross and ultimate Resurrection.
- Scripture Texts: Luke 13:6-9
Sunday April 14, 2019
Service Times (STANDARD): 8:30am & 11:00am
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: Final Day...2019-04-1753 min
PCF Los AngelesGoodness: Giving & Growing God's WayWe turn our attention to the goodness of God in this next segment of our series on the Fruit of the Holy Spirit. As seen in Luke 3:1-20, John the Baptist, who "prepared the way" for the ministry of Jesus (Luke 3:4), called people to repent and allow God to produce His goodness in their lives in practical works of charity, integrity, and commitment to the cause of Christ no matter the cost.
-Ephesians 5:1-10; 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12
Sunday April 7, 2019
Service Times: 8:30am
Preacher: Se...2019-04-1440 min
PCF Los AngelesSaved and SentGuest preacher and noted Christian Leadership consultant Pastor Jack C. Witt brings a message on how believers in Christ must assess whether we are calling on God to enable our perceived mission of the local church rather than asking for the enabling of the Holy Spirit to fulfill the Father’s grand mission in the world. Are we seeking the security of gathering over the risks of going? The Scriptures remind us that we are not only saved by Christ, but we are also SENT by Him to a world in need of light & truth!
Sunday March 10, 2019
G...2019-04-1437 min
PCF Los AngelesJOY: The Strength of the LordContinuing in our series on the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5, we examine the fruit of JOY as the strength of God perfecting us within, enabling us to sustain in the living sacrifice of ourselves (Rom 12:1; cf. Heb 12:2) and sanctifying our spirits for ongoing fruitfulness (James 1:2). This is a message full of the extraordinary joy found and fulfilled only in the Presence of the Lord
-Psalm 16:11
Sunday March 3, 2019
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: The Fruit of the Spirit (Part 5)
Sermon Title: "JOY: The Strength of the Lord" ...2019-04-1433 min
PCF Los AngelesLOVE: The Irreducible Element of the KingdomIn our series on the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5, we examine the first fruit listed, LOVE, as the "irreducible element" of all the holy fruit that follow, a central key to life in the Kingdom of God (Matthew 22:37-40), the guide for all our behavior toward others (John 13:34), and indeed the very definition of God's fundamental nature (1 John 4:8). Therefore, "Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God..." (1 John 4:7, NASB).
-Scripture Texts: Gal 5:22; Matt 22:37-40; John 3:16; 13:34; 1 John 4:8Sunday Feb. 24, 2019
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: The Fruit of the...2019-04-1457 min
PCF Los AngelesThree Parables of Faith, Growth, & FruitfulnessContinuing in our extended series on living fruitfully in the Holy Spirit, Pastor Court walks us through Mark chapter four in which Jesus tells "Three Parables of Faith, Growth, & Fruitfulness" that are familiar to many of us yet remain freshly full of ripe wisdom. In this teaching, we examine how the Parable of the Sower (vv. 8, 20) promises multiplication of the faithful, the Parable of the Growing Seed (vv. 26-29) demonstrates both deliverance and revelation, and the Parable of the Mustard Tree reveals the pattern of godly growth: holy service to others from the tiniest of beginnings to the most m...2019-04-1445 min
PCF Los AngelesKnown By Their Fruits: The Parable of the TreesPastor Court continues our new series on living fruitfully in the Holy Spirit by examining Jesus' Parable of Two Trees, one that gives forth good fruit and one that bears bad fruit. As we examine these words of Jesus, we find guidance for how to walk, talk, and live in the Holy Spirit--and what kind of spiritual fruit we should look for in ourselves as well as in those we follow.
-Scripture Texts: Matthew 7:15-20; Luke 6:43-45
Sunday Feb. 10, 2019
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: The Fruit of the Spirit (Part 2)
2019-04-1458 min
The Freelance Monocle Podcast005 - Freelancing in Los Angeles w/ Zach ChristyIn this episode we have a candid chat with freelancer and motion graphics artist Zach Christy. He tells us his personal experiences of freelancing with various shops in Los Angeles, and how his initial leap into freelance wasn't as he expected. He walks us through some unfavorable experiences he's had, and how becoming debt free gave him the ability to be more selective with his work. Zach's work and social media accounts: http://www.zachchristy.com/ https://vimeo.com/zachchristy https://www.instagram.com/zachinpublic/ https...2019-01-281h 32
PCF Los AngelesBe Fruitful Jesus to his followersThe Lord has declared 2019 to be a Year of Fruitfulness for Praise Christian Fellowship Los Angeles! We begin the year examining the words of promise from Jesus to His followers in John chapter 15: Christ is the vine & we are the branches. If we abide in Him & He in us, we will bear much fruit, bring glory to Father God, & prove ourselves to be true disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. - Scripture Text: John 15:1-8
Sunday Jan. 6, 2019
Service Times (STANDARD): 8:30am & 11:00am
Preacher: Senior Pastor Courtney Hall
Sermon Series: The Year of Fruitfulne...2019-01-2645 min
PCF Los AngelesFeeling & Faith while examing the crossroads Guest Pastor Joe VolpiEsteemed Christian leader and Pastor Joe Volpi brings a message from the Psalms inviting us to found our lives more on the Word of God than the subjectivity of our own feelings, while examining the crossroads we often face between popular psychology and the Scriptures.
-SERMON TEXT: Psalm 103:1-14
Service Date January 20, 2019
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