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In this week's episode of The Collective Table, guest speaker Larry Warner fills in to deliver a much-needed message on the profound necessity of rest. Exploring passages from Mark, Matthew, Genesis, and Exodus, Larry challenges our culture's obsession with constant productivity. He reframes rest—not as a selfish indulgence or simply "taking a nap"—but as a divine gift of refreshment and a vital practice rooted in our "original goodness."

Tune in to discover the different categories of rest you might be missing (physical, mental, emotional, sensory, and creative) and learn how embracing the unforced rhythms of grace allows us to love and serve our communities more freely.

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In this episode of the Collective Table, co-lead pastor Jason Coker continues the series on "The Spirit of Action" by diving into Acts 16:6-15. Drawing a playful parallel between wild backyard tomatoes and the unpredictable nature of the Holy Spirit, Jason explores how God consistently works "outside the gates" of our personal plans, societal boundaries, and expectations.

From Paul being redirected to Macedonia, to Lydia establishing a church in her home, this Independence Day weekend teaching challenges us to examine the walls we build—whether emotional, political, or social. Are we willing to let the Spirit be free? Tune in to hear why the real scandal of the Gospel isn't just that Jesus welcomes the excluded, but that God is already at work among them.

Recorded live at Oceanside Sanctuary.

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In this episode of the Collective Table, Pastor Jason Coker continues "The Spirit of Action" series with a deep dive into Acts 15:22-29. Looking back at the first Christian council in Jerusalem, Jason explores the messy, beautiful work of navigating cultural differences and radical inclusion within the early church. He challenges us to look beyond rigid, burdensome rules and instead focus on the evidence of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, and compassion. Join us for a thought-provoking message on what it means to discern God's movement today and how we can adjust our own boundaries to build a truly welcoming community.

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In this Father's Day episode of The Collective Table, Pastor Jason Coker continues the "Spirit of Action" series with a look at Acts 8:26-40. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch, we explore how the gospel of Jesus constantly subverts our expectations.

Drawing powerful parallels to the history of Juneteenth and addressing the modern rise of muscular Christian nationalism, this teaching challenges us to ask a crucial question: Who is this good news for? Join us as we explore what it means to reclaim a gospel of love and liberation that stands firmly with the poor, the sick, and the oppressed.

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In this episode, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker delivers a Sunday teaching at Oceanside Sanctuary Church as part of "The Spirit of Action" series. Titled "The Spirit Resists," Jason dives into Acts 4:23-31 and Psalm 2, exploring how the Holy Spirit calls us into active resistance against oppression. Reflecting on Juneteenth, Pride Month, and the ongoing push for diversity, equity, and inclusion, he challenges listeners to view God's power and miraculous healing as a symbol of providing necessary goods, rights, and services to all. Tune in to hear how prayer and remembrance can empower us to boldly advocate for the poor, the marginalized, and the oppressed in our daily lives.

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Welcome to The Collective Table, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, justice, and joy. In this special Pride Sunday teaching, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker continues The Spirit of Action series by diving into Acts 10:44-48.

Jason challenges listeners to examine how they read Scripture—whether as a "child" demanding strict obedience, a "geek" lost in ancient contexts, or a "prophet" who sees the broader picture of God's radically inclusive love. Through the story of Peter and Cornelius, he illustrates how the Holy Spirit constantly crosses human boundaries to include those marginalized by society.

Reminding us that rules exist for human good, Jason calls the church to act with prophetic urgency—like an ambulance rushing to save a life—to fully affirm, protect, and celebrate our queer siblings.

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In this episode, Co-Lead Minister Jason Coker continues "The Spirit of Action" teaching series with a deep dive into Acts 2:42-47. Jason challenges the modern tendency to treat the Holy Spirit like a "genie in a lamp" used to conjure power, wealth, or personal wishes. Instead, he highlights the true miracle of the early church: the Spirit's power to bring people together to form a radically caring community where everyone's physical and spiritual needs were met. Jason also shares a bit of his own journey, touching on liberation theology, and asks the challenging question: what does it truly mean to care?

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Welcome to the Oceanside Sanctuary sermon podcast, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, justice, and joy.

In this week's episode, co-lead minister Jason Coker kicks off a new teaching series: The Spirit of Action. Focusing on Acts chapter 2 and Pentecost Sunday, Jason explores the ancient imagery of God's power represented as wind and fire. He challenges listeners to see the Holy Spirit not as a consuming, destructive force or an exclusive club, but as a boundless power that burns away the social constructs dividing us.

Through personal reflections—from childhood memories of the fierce Santa Ana winds to a poignant interfaith encounter at a local Islamic Center vigil—Jason highlights how God's uncontainable Spirit seeks to empower all people. Tune in to hear how this power helps us overcome barriers of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and religion so we can truly love one another and enhance human flourishing.

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Welcome to The Oceanside Sanctuary! This week, co-lead minister Jason Coker of Oceanside Sanctuary dives into the complex dynamic of power through the lens of Numbers 11.

Through the ancient story of Moses, the manna, and the quail, Jason explores how centralized, hoarded power becomes dangerous and why democratizing power is essential to truly care for our communities. He also shares candid reflections on his background in Pentecostal spaces and sets the stage for our upcoming teaching series, "The Spirit of Power," based on the book of Acts.

Key Topics Covered:

Moses' frustration and the limitations of centralized authority.

The story of Eldad and Medad, and how God's Spirit cannot be contained or controlled.

The dangers of craving, concentrating, and hoarding power.

Why power is fundamentally good when it is shared and distributed to meet people's needs.

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