Packinghouse Podcast

Packinghouse’s Sunday morning worship service from July 5, 2026.

1 Corinthians 8:1–13 — Liberty Guided by Love

Christian freedom is a wonderful gift, but it was never meant to be exercised without love. In this study of 1 Corinthians 8:1–13, Pastor Ed explains that while believers are free in Christ, our knowledge should never become more important than our love for others. Using Paul's teaching on food offered to idols, he shows that mature faith is willing to limit personal freedoms when they might cause another believer to stumble or hinder someone from coming to Christ. The message reminds us that true spiritual maturity is not measured by how much we know or what we're free to do, but by a heart that reflects Christ's love, seeks the good of others, and uses liberty to build people up rather than ourselves. - Ed Rea - Sunday, July 5, 2026

Packinghouse’s Wednesday night worship service from *date*.

Exodus 5 — Trusting God When Obedience Gets Hard

Following God's will does not always make life easier right away. In Exodus 5, Pastor Greg explains how Moses faithfully obeys God's command to confront Pharaoh, only to face greater opposition, discouragement, and criticism from both Pharaoh and the Israelites. The message explores why God sometimes allows trials to intensify before bringing deliverance, teaching that faith is built by trusting His promises even when circumstances seem to contradict them. Rather than abandoning the mission when life becomes difficult, believers are encouraged to remember God's character, stand firm in His Word, and trust that He is working according to His perfect timing. Ultimately, the study reminds us that God's presence—not immediate success—is the foundation of our confidence as we follow Him. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday evening worship service from June 28, 2026.

Matthew 3:1–12 — Prepare the Way

John the Baptist's message was simple but life-changing: Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. In this study of Matthew 3:1–12, Pastor Rick explains that repentance is not about earning God's love or trying harder, but about changing our minds, turning toward Christ, and receiving the grace He freely offers. As John prepares the way for Jesus, he contrasts empty religion with genuine faith, reminding us that salvation comes through God's work, not our own. This message highlights the mercy behind God's call to repentance and points to Jesus, who not only forgives our sins but transforms us from the inside out through the Holy Spirit. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, June 28, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday morning worship service from June 28, 2026.

1 Corinthians 7:16–24 — Bloom Where You Are Planted

Contentment isn't found by constantly chasing a different life—it comes from faithfully following Christ where He has placed you. In this study of 1 Corinthians 7:16–24, Pastor Ed explains that every believer has been called by God to serve Him in their present circumstances, whether married or single, employed or retired, free or bound by difficult situations. Rather than measuring our worth by our status, career, or circumstances, we are reminded that our greatest identity is found in Christ, who purchased us with His blood and calls us to live for His glory. As we learn to trust God's plan, embrace the unforced rhythms of grace, and faithfully bloom where we are planted, He uses our lives to point others to Himself. - Ed Rea - Sunday, June 28, 2026

Packinghouse’s Wednesday night worship service from June 24, 2026.

Exodus 4 emphasizes that God does not call people because they are qualified, but because He is faithful. Pastor Greg explains how Moses repeatedly offers excuses, focusing on his failures, fears, insecurities, and perceived weaknesses, yet God continually reminds him that His presence is all that matters. Through the signs of the staff, the leprous hand, and the Nile water, God demonstrates His authority over Pharaoh, sin, and Egypt, assuring Moses that He will accomplish His purposes despite human weakness. The message encourages believers not to let past mistakes, personal struggles, or feelings of inadequacy keep them from obeying God's calling, since He often chooses broken people who rely on His strength. Ultimately, God calls His people to stop making excuses, trust His promises, and step forward in faith, knowing that He equips those He sends.

Follow us: - Greg Opean - Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday evening worship service from June 21, 2026.

Matthew 2:13–23 highlights God’s faithfulness in protecting Jesus and fulfilling His promises. Pastor Rick explains how Joseph repeatedly obeys God’s direction, immediately leading his family to Egypt and later back to Israel, showing that faithful believers follow God’s lead even when they do not see the full picture. The message emphasizes that events like the flight to Egypt, the sorrow in Bethlehem, and Jesus growing up in Nazareth all fulfilled Old Testament prophecy and revealed Jesus as the promised Messiah. Even in the midst of evil, suffering, and uncertainty, God remained in control of the story, accomplishing His purposes exactly as He promised. The study encourages believers to trust God’s guidance, obey His leading, and remember that He often works through unexpected places and ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, June 21, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday morning worship service from June 21, 2026.

Acts 8:26–40 focuses on Philip’s divine appointment with the Ethiopian eunuch. Pastor Rick emphasizes that God often redirects His people from places of visible success to seemingly insignificant opportunities because every individual matters to Him. Philip’s willingness to obey, listen, and engage one searching man leads to the eunuch discovering that Jesus fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy and removed every barrier that once kept him from God. The message highlights that believers are not called to force spiritual conversations but to stay sensitive to the Holy Spirit, recognize divine appointments, and faithfully participate in what God is already doing in people’s lives. Ultimately, the study reminds us that through Jesus no one is a second-class citizen in God’s family, and that one simple act of obedience can have far-reaching eternal impact. - Greg Opean - Sunday, June 21, 2026

Packinghouse’s Wednesday night worship service from June 17, 2026.

In Exodus 3, Moses encounters God in the burning bush and discovers that the Lord has not forgotten His people or their suffering in Egypt. After forty years in the wilderness, Moses feels unqualified and incapable, yet God reminds him that success does not depend on his strength but on God's presence: “I will certainly be with you.” The message highlights how God often uses broken, humbled people rather than those who trust in themselves, and reveals the powerful meaning of God's name, “I AM,” showing Him to be the eternal, self-existent One who is everything His people need. The study also connects this revelation to Jesus, who identified Himself as the great “I AM,” emphasizing that the same God who called Moses still sees, hears, and delivers His people today. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday evening worship service from June 14, 2026.

This message focuses on Jesus' example of the two greatest commandments: loving God and loving others. Through John 1, the teacher highlights how John the Baptist devoted his life to pointing people to Jesus, while Jesus Himself modeled loving God through prayer, fasting, and seeking the Father before beginning His ministry. He then emphasizes that Jesus' ministry was centered on people, spending time with them, encouraging them, investing in them, and calling them to follow Him. The message challenges believers to move beyond superficial relationships, build genuine Christian community, and use their lives, gifts, encouragement, and time to help others grow in Christ. Ultimately, Jesus shows that loving God first enables us to truly love others well.

John 1:25-51

Matt 22:37-40

Eph. 4:1-16 - Jeff Harry - Sunday, June 14, 2026

Packinghouse’s Sunday morning worship service from June 21, 2026.

In 1 Corinthians 7, Pastor Ed explains that Paul addresses questions about marriage, singleness, celibacy, divorce, and relationships with unbelieving spouses. Paul teaches that both marriage and singleness are gifts from God, and neither is spiritually superior to the other. For married couples, he emphasizes mutual love, affection, commitment, and selflessness, while encouraging reconciliation whenever possible. For those married to unbelievers, Paul encourages believers to remain faithful and trust that God can work through their witness. Pastor Ed closes by highlighting God's grace toward broken and imperfect people, reminding us through examples like the Samaritan woman that Jesus seeks out sinners, forgives completely, and offers new life to anyone who comes to Him in faith. - Ed Rea - Sunday, June 14, 2026