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La Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsMore Than A Glance - Sermon 19th October, 2025In a world of distractions, it’s easy to glance at God’s Word and move on, but true transformation comes when we let His truth take root in our lives. In James 1:19-25, we are reminded that hearing the Word is not enough; it’s in doing that our faith becomes alive! As we continue our FORMED series, Pastor Chad Fransen will share this week’s message, “More Than a Glance.” God’s desire isn’t for fleeting attention but for hearts shaped by His truth and character. When we engage with His Word, transformation takes place, faith moves beyond hear...
2025-10-2023 minLa Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsThe Benefits of Sacrifice - Sermon 6th July, 2025This Sunday, we’re kicking off our Summer Combined Worship Services! Pastor Chad Fransen leads with a sermon titled “The Benefits of Sacrifice,” based on Mark 10:45. In this powerful verse, Jesus tells His disciples that He came not to be served, but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many. As we begin this season together, we’ll reflect on what it means to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, whose life was shaped by self-giving love. This passage challenges us to see sacrifice not as something to resist, but as a way to grow closer t...
2025-07-0724 minLa Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsJesus Joins the Journey - Sermon 27th April, 2025This Sunday, we begin our new series, "Eyewitness: Part 1: Seeing Jesus Changes Everything," with an encouraging message titled "Jesus Joins the Journey," based on Luke 24:13–32. In this passage, two disciples walk the road to Emmaus - confused, heartbroken, and unsure of what comes next when Jesus draws near and walks alongside them. They don't recognize Him at first, but their eyes are opened as He opens the Scriptures and breaks bread with them. Rev. Chad Fransen will preach this week's message, reminding us that Jesus still meets us on the road, in our uncertainty, questions, and every day. As we...
2025-04-2825 minLa Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsYou Are Called - Sermon for April 21st, 2024You Are Called - Join us this week as Pastor Chad Fransen leads us deeper into our sermon series, "Changing the Narrative," with a message titled "You Are Called." This week's focus is on Mark 2:13-17, where Jesus calls Levi, a tax collector, to follow Him, challenging societal norms and expectations. In this passage, we see Jesus reaching out to someone considered an outsider by the religious and social elite of the time. By calling Levi to be His disciple, Jesus demonstrates that His invitation extends beyond traditional boundaries to include everyone, even those often marginalized or overlooked.
2024-04-2325 min
La Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsWrestling With GodWrestling With God - This Sunday Rev. Chad Fransen is preaching, guided by Luke 9:21-27 and the captivating story of Jacob's struggle in Genesis 32. Join us as we unravel the layers of doubt, vulnerability, and ultimate surrender that characterize these encounters, and learn how wrestling with God can lead us to a profound realization of our identity, purpose, and the sacrificial essence of discipleship.We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to...
2023-08-1331 min
La Jolla Presbyterian ChurchWrestling With God Wrestling With God - This Sunday Rev. Chad Fransen is preaching, guided by Luke 9:21-27 and the captivating story of Jacob's struggle in Genesis 32. Join us as we unravel the layers of doubt, vulnerability, and ultimate surrender that characterize these encounters, and learn how wrestling with God can lead us to a profound realization of our identity, purpose, and the sacrificial essence of discipleship.We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to...
2023-08-1331 min
2022-10-2841 min
La Jolla Presbyterian Church SermonsRecipe for PeaceWelcome to La Jolla Pres Online Worship, we're excited that you're joining us! We're in the Summer sermon series called, "Choosing Joy" looking at the New Testament letter to the Philippians. Despite recent hard times, Paul urges the church to look to Jesus and Choose Joy.Today our new Pastor of Outreach and Engagement, Chad Fransen, is preaching, and we're looking at Philippians 4:4-9. Pastor Chad gives us the six part recipe for peace. If you're looking for more peace in your life, here are six simple changes that make a huge difference. If you would like...
2022-08-2132 min
La Jolla Presbyterian ChurchRecipe for Peace Welcome to La Jolla Pres Online Worship, we're excited that you're joining us! We're in the Summer sermon series called, "Choosing Joy" looking at the New Testament letter to the Philippians. Despite recent hard times, Paul urges the church to look to Jesus and Choose Joy.Today our new Pastor of Outreach and Engagement, Chad Fransen, is preaching, and we're looking at Philippians 4:4-9. Pastor Chad gives us the six part recipe for peace. If you're looking for more peace in your life, here are six simple changes that make a huge difference. If you would like...
2022-08-2132 min
The Certell Connects PodcastAn Introduction to Certell with Co-Founder Fred FransenToday Chad Hudson and Harrison Painter interview Fred Fransen - Founder/CEO Certell.In this episode Fred talks about how Certell was founded, where the organization is today, and where it is going in the future. We thank you all for taking the time to listen and engage with us. Your voice is very important to us as we build out this community of teachers helping teachers.If you find value please make sure to subscribe, comment, and share with others!
2020-03-1200 min