RVAXA Podcast

Ashley Granados sheds light on the importance of work and rest from a Biblical lense. Ashley unpacks practical elements from Genesis that is able to come alive in the lives of college students from common everyday stresses and concerns.

Drawing inspiration from Matthew 6:5-13, Jen emphasizes the importance of approaching prayer with sincerity and humility. Jen encouraged her listeners to seek a deeper connection with God, reminding them that it's not about the words they say but the faith in their hearts. She shared the significance of the Lord's Prayer as a model for their own conversations with God, stressing the fundamental elements of reverence, surrender, and trust in God's divine plan for their lives.

Marcus illuminates the timeless wisdom found in Psalm 146, highlighting the importance of entrusting our future to God's faithful care. With a focus on trust, reliance on Jesus, and the strength of community, Marcus will guide us on a journey of spiritual growth and resilience. Drawing from the psalmist's praise for God's unfailing love and the power of coming together in community, Marcus will encourage us to lean into our faith, find strength in our Savior, and embrace the support of our Christian family. This sermon promises to be a powerful reminder that, as we trust God with our future and rely on Jesus within the context of community, we can navigate life's challenges with hope and confidence.

Listen to the first Chi Alpha service of the semester with students taking the stage to share their powerful testimonies, revealing the transformative impact of our ministry. Get ready to be inspired as they recount their personal journeys of growth, connection, and encountering God's love. Our Director will also cast a vision for Chi Alpha, painting a vibrant picture of the community, discipleship, and purpose that await you. D

Senior Celebration is an annual event that honors graduating seniors for their hard work and dedication. It provides an opportunity for seniors to come together, reflect on their accomplishments, and look ahead to their future. We also got to hear from our PhD graduate Josly on how Chi Alpha impacted her life and what words of encouragement she has for us.

We were privileged to hear from a missionary in Kenya who teaches at a Bible College. He shared his experiences of ministering to and teaching the people of Kenya, and how God is impacting the lives of those he serves.

Mike Godzwa sheds insight on Psalm 23 a well known Psalm. The clause “the Lord is my shepherd” comes from one of the most beloved of all passages of Scripture, the 23rd Psalm. In this passage and throughout the New Testament we learn that the Lord is our Shepherd in two ways. First, as the Good Shepherd, He laid down His life for His sheep and, second, His sheep know His voice and follow Him

Jen gives a powerful sermon Luke 10:38-40. Passionately speaking about Martha and Mary and how Jesus taught that we should be focused on His presence and teachings. She spoke about how we can learn from the example of Mary and be devoted to Him, taking time to learn from Him and remember that He is more important than the tasks of life. Jen reminded us that we should all take time to be still and bask in the presence of the Lord, making sure we do not get swept up in the busyness of life. Her sermon was inspiring and moving, and it left many with a renewed sense of peace and understanding.

Ashley speaks on Acts 19:1-22 in this passage, we see the Apostle Paul arriving in Ephesus, a major city in the Roman province of Asia. He meets a group of disciples there and discovers that they had not yet received the Holy Spirit. Paul then performs the laying on of hands and baptizes them in the name of the Lord Jesus.After this, we see a powerful demonstration of God’s power. Paul casts out evil spirits and performs many miraculous cures. This shows us the power of the Holy Spirit and how He can work through us if we allow Him to do so.We also learn from this passage how important it is to receive the Holy Spirit. Without it, we are powerless to stand against the forces of evil.

We must seek the Holy Spirit and allow Him to work in our lives if we want to be victorious in our battle against sin.Finally, we learn from this passage the importance of sharing the Gospel with others. Paul took the time to share the Gospel with these disciples and it resulted in a powerful demonstration of God’s power. We should never underestimate the power of sharing the Gospel

Staff member Moises Davidson brings insight from Acts 6:1-7. In this passage, we see the early church addressing a problem that threatened to tear it apart. The Hellenistic Jews felt that their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. They were concerned that the native Hebrews were getting preferential treatment.

The apostles recognized the injustice of this and chose to take action. Rather than simply taking sides or ignoring the issue, they came up with a creative solution. They appointed seven men of good reputation and full of the Spirit and of wisdom to look into the matter and make sure that everyone was being treated fairly. This passage offers us a great example of how we should respond when faced with difficult problems. We should not be reactive or hasty in our decisions. Instead, we should seek wise counsel and find creative solutions. This requires us to look at the problem from multiple perspectives and come up with a solution that is fair to all involved.

As we seek to live out the example of the early church, we can look to Acts 6:1-7 as a reminder of how to respond to difficult situations. Let us be wise and seek solutions