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Welcome to the podcast of Westside Church in Vancouver BC. We exist to know Jesus and make Him known. To learn more visit our website at www.wchurch.ca

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Westside Church episodes:

06.30.2024
There's a Place Prepared for You - John 14:1-7
In our text Jesus begins explaining to His disciples what He is about to accomplish for them through the cross. Jesus is opening a brand new reality and a new way of life to all those who believe in Him. Series:John Speaker:...
06.26.2024
Q&R - Jesus' love language and the spiritual discipline you cannot live without
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 5:33-42 and the true gospel and what Jesus' call for obedience reveals about His heart
06.23.2024
Loving Jesus Enough to Suffer for Sharing the Gospel - Acts 5:33-42
Our text begins with the religious leaders offended by the gospel, enraged, and wanting to kill Jesus Apostles. Well see what it looks like to trust every outcome to Jesus and rejoice when were counted worthy to suffer for Him....
06.19.2024
Q&R - Trusting faith and the power of the gospel
This week, Erin Ursel and Cliff Ursel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 5:21b-32 and the metrics of trusting faith, the call to do hard things, and how God's goodness is not always what we think it should...
06.16.2024
You might have faith in Jesus, but do you trust Him? - Acts 5:21b-32
Faith is Jesus is more than an intellectual exercise, it is also transformative and we cannot change as people unless we trust that what Jesus is calling to is good. Series: Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: June 16, 2024 Text: Acts 5:21b-32 To connect with...
06.12.2024
Q&R - Worship in the wheelbarrow
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 5:17-21a, the difference between religion & true faith and why you cannot negotiate with God.
06.09.2024
The Love of the World or the Life of God - Acts 5:17-21a
In this text well see the difference between knowing all about God and yet loving the world and exchanging everything the world offers to walk with God. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: June 9, 2024 Text: Acts 5:17-21a To connect with us or find...
06.05.2024
Q&R - The love of the Father, the heart of a child, and embracing a move of the Spirit
This week, Erin Ursel and Cliff Ursel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 5:12-16 and how the Spirit desires to move among Jesus' people in His Church today
06.04.2024
Conversations - with Marc on Faith and Deconstruction
In this conversation, Marc Willerton and Erin Ursel discuss their personal experiences with deconstruction and the importance of watching our lives and doctrine closely.
06.02.2024
Aftermath of a Church Scandal in Jerusalem - Acts 5:12-16
Its hard to know what to do after a church scandal. Todays text shows us what Jesus does following a church scandal. Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: June 2, 2024 Text: Acts 5:12-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
05.29.2024
Q&R - Lies, deception, and the fear of the Lord
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:36-5:11 and if Ananias and Saphira were true christians and how our love for the world makes us enemies with God
05.26.2024
Would We Even Want Jesus to Come this Close? - Acts 5:1-11
In this passage we witness God publicly execute two members of the early church. We talk about why this was done and what it means for us. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 26, 2024 Text: Acts 5:1-11 To connect with us or find...
05.22.2024
Q&R - Playing spiritual games and replacing our love for the world with a deeper love for Jesus
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:32-37 and what living for the world and living for God looks like and discerning if what I want and what God wants can be...
05.19.2024
The Power We Need - Acts 4:32-37
In this passage we are given a picture of Jesus' church as it was intended to be and are invited into that life for ourselves. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 19, 2024 Text: Acts 4:32-37 To connect with us or find more resources...
05.15.2024
Q&R - Spiritual compromise, justification, and the importance of spiritual friendships
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:23-31 and how our experiences with pressure and trials provide opportunities to choose between compromise or trusting in God
05.12.2024
Friends of Jesus - Acts 4:23-31
In this sermon we see how Peter and John respond when they are released from prison and what that means for the people of Jesus today. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: May 12, 2024 Text: Acts 4:23-31 To connect with us or find...
05.08.2024
Q&R - Image bearing, freedom, and the ache of every human heart
This week, Erin Ursel and Cliff Ursel and Robert Anstey sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:13-22 and the transformation and qualification of common people and how the Spirit speaks through scripture.
05.05.2024
Knowing Jesus Changes Us and Those Around Us - Acts 4:13-22
Todays text shows us that Knowing Jesus has a profound effect on us and that profound effect doesnt stop with us but moves to those we are in proximity with. Series: Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: May 5, 2024 Text: Acts 4:13-22 To connect with...
05.01.2024
Q&R - Suffering, the authority of scripture, and hearing from God
This week, Erin Ursel and Cliff Ursel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:5-12 and how our call to hardship advances the gospel.
04.28.2024
When Bad Things Happen to Faithful People - Acts 4:5-12
Todays text teaches us how we can respond to tense and intimidating situations that Christians might find themselves in. Series: Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: April 28, 2024 Text: Acts 4:5-12 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
04.24.2024
Q&R - Hierarchy, authority, and the problem with building for God rather than with God
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 4:1-4 and Gods plan for His people to build with Him not for Him.
04.21.2024
Building for God While Rejecting His Presence - Acts 4:1-4
In this sermon we watch as the religious leaders respond to Peter and John preaching Jesus. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: April 21, 2024 Text: Acts 4:1-4 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
04.17.2024
Q&R - Why Israel?
This week, Erin Ursel and Matt Menzel sit down to discuss the sermon about Acts 3:22-26 and why God chose Israel, why Jesus had to die, and the call of the Church to pray.
04.14.2024
Jesus' People and the Nation of Israel - Acts 3:22-26
In this sermon we look at Israel from God's perspective and see how Jesus people should think about and respond to Israel today. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: April 14, 2024 Text: Acts 3:22-26 To connect with us or find more resources visit...
04.07.2024
Repent and Turn Back - Acts 3:17-21
In this sermon we hear the invitation for God's people to turn back to Him. Series: Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: April 7, 2024 Text: Acts 3:17-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
03.31.2024
Resurrection Power & Authority - Acts 3:11-16
In this sermon we see that Jesus' resurrection is the basis of the authority and power His people are meant to walk in. Series: Easter Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 31, 2024 Text: Acts 3:11-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit...
03.24.2024
The Redemptive Effects of our God Given Authority - Acts 3:11-16
In this sermon, we see that conviction leads to repentance, baptism, and the reception of the Holy Spirit, inspiring thousands to embrace salvation and empowerment. Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: March 24, 2024 Text: Acts 3:11-16 To connect with us or find more resources visit...
03.17.2024
A Miracle at the Beautiful Gate - Acts 3:1-10
In this sermon well watch as Peter and John are interrupted and used by Jesus Spirit to heal a paralyzed man. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 17, 2024 Text: Acts 3:1-10 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
03.10.2024
Jesus' People as a Compelling Vision of Life - Acts 2:43-47
In this sermon well glimpse a vision of what Jesus desires to do through His people in the world. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 10, 2024 Text: Acts 2:43-47 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
03.03.2024
The Devotion of Jesus' People - Acts 2:42
In this sermon well see what it looks like when Jesus people are devoted to the priorities God has for His church. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: March 3, 2024 Text: Acts 2:42 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
02.26.2024
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 3 - Acts 2:37-41
In this sermon, we see that conviction leads to repentance, baptism, and the reception of the Holy Spirit, inspiring thousands to embrace salvation and empowerment. Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: February 25, 2024 Text: Acts 2:37-41 To connect with us or find more resources visit...
02.18.2024
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 2 - Acts 2:25-36
In this sermon well see Jesus exalted at the right hand of the Father and understand why He poured out His Spirit on us from there. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: February 18, 2024 Text: Acts 2:25-36 To connect with us or find more...
02.11.2024
The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 1 - Acts 2:22-32
In this sermon well listen in as Peter begins preaching the gospel to thousands who are about to come to Jesus. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: February 11, 2024 Text: Acts 2:22-32 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
02.04.2024
Your Response to God's Revelation - Acts 2:14-21
How would you respond if you saw peoples lives completely upended by God in a good way? Would you want that for yourself? Series:Acts Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: February 4, 2024 Text: Acts 2:14-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us...
01.28.2024
The Spirit of Jesus Poured Out - Acts 2:1-13
In this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 28, 2024 Text: Acts 2:1-13 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
01.21.2024
The Waiting Season - Acts 1:12-26
In this sermon well watch as Jesus disciples begin preparing themselves for the fulfillment of Jesus promise. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 21, 2024 Text: Acts 1:12-26 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
01.14.2024
The Power of God for the Purpose of God - Acts 1:6-11
In this sermon well listen in as Jesus prepares His disciples for the greatest outpouring of His Spirit the world had ever known. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 14, 2024 Text: Acts 1:6-11 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at...
01.07.2024
Jesus at Work in Our World - Acts 1:1-5
As we open the book of Acts well see how Jesus continues His work in our world today. Series:Acts Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: January 7, 2024 Text: Acts 1:1-5 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
12.31.2023
How to Navigate These Evil Days - Ephesians 5:15-20
Its easy to feel tossed about these days. Todays text gives us confidence to navigate these days in a way that we dont just scrape by, but with our heads up and a smile on our face. Series:Stand-Alone Sermons Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date:...
12.24.2023
Divine Hospitality - Luke 2:1-21
In this Christmas Eve sermon well look at one of the ways Jesus displays the hospitality of God. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 24, 2023 Text: Luke 2:1-21 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
12.17.2023
The Audacious Claim of Christmas - Micah 5:2
What if wishing someone Merry Christmas had nothing to do with the kitschy hallmarks that Christmas is usually associated with? What if wishing someone Merry Christmas was something that reminds people of power and encounter? Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: December...
12.10.2023
Life Through Jesus - 1 John 4:9
In this sermon well see how the love of God leads to our invitation to live through Jesus. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 10, 2023 Text: 1 John 4:9 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
12.03.2023
The Prince of Peace - Isaiah 9:2-7
In this sermon well look at the ways Jesus came to bring us peace, not only through the cross but in His life. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: December 3, 2023 Text: Isaiah 9:2-7 To connect with us or find more resources...
11.26.2023
Peace By the Blood of His Cross - Colossians 1:15-20
In this sermon well begin a walk through the incarnation of Jesus by setting our hearts to encounter the God who came for us. Series:Heaven To Earth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: November 26, 2023 Text: Colossians 1:15-20 To connect with us or find more...
11.19.2023
Redeemed to Be A Blessing - Ruth 4:13-22
In this sermon, well close our series in Ruth by focusing on how the emptying of Naomi and the redemption of Ruth became a means of grace and love for the world. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: November 19, 2023 Text: Ruth 4:13-22 To...
11.12.2023
The Cost of Redemption - Ruth 4:1-12
As the book comes to a close, were still asking How will this story play out? This week, we find out as we join Boaz at the city gate. Its here that well see that theres only one whos willing...
11.05.2023
Uncommon Kindness in Times of Need - Ruth 3:1-18
What do you do when many of societys anchor points that are supposed to bring security seem to be breaking down? Series:Ruth Speaker: Cliff Ursel Date: November 5, 2023 Text: Ruth 3:1-18 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca
10.29.2023
Receiving Grace Pt. 2 - Ruth 2:14-23
In this sermon well watch as Ruth continues to experience radical grace. Well see what that means for us as Jesus people. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 29, 2023 Text: Ruth 2:14-23 To connect with us or find more resources visit us...
10.22.2023
Receiving Grace Pt. 1 - Ruth 2:1-13
In this sermon well watch as Ruth sets out with an expectation of finding grace. Well see how we can position ourselves for a first or an ongoing experience of grace through Jesus. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 22, 2023 Text: Ruth 2:1-13 To...
10.15.2023
Blessing for Prodigals and Outsiders - Ruth 1:19-22
In this sermon well see Gods heart to bless those whove walked away from Him and through them to bless the world. Series:Ruth Speaker: Matt Menzel Date: October 15, 2023 Text: Ruth 1:19-22 To connect with us or find more resources visit us at www.wchurch.ca

What's Westside Church about?

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Westside Church episodes:

There's a Place Prepared for You - John 14:1-7

Q&R - Jesus' love language and the spiritual discipline you cannot live without

Loving Jesus Enough to Suffer for Sharing the Gospel - Acts 5:33-42

Q&R - Trusting faith and the power of the gospel

You might have faith in Jesus, but do you trust Him? - Acts 5:21b-32

Q&R - Worship in the wheelbarrow

The Love of the World or the Life of God - Acts 5:17-21a

Q&R - The love of the Father, the heart of a child, and embracing a move of the Spirit

Conversations - with Marc on Faith and Deconstruction

Aftermath of a Church Scandal in Jerusalem - Acts 5:12-16

Q&R - Lies, deception, and the fear of the Lord

Would We Even Want Jesus to Come this Close? - Acts 5:1-11

Q&R - Playing spiritual games and replacing our love for the world with a deeper love for Jesus

The Power We Need - Acts 4:32-37

Q&R - Spiritual compromise, justification, and the importance of spiritual friendships

Friends of Jesus - Acts 4:23-31

Q&R - Image bearing, freedom, and the ache of every human heart

Knowing Jesus Changes Us and Those Around Us - Acts 4:13-22

Q&R - Suffering, the authority of scripture, and hearing from God

When Bad Things Happen to Faithful People - Acts 4:5-12

Q&R - Hierarchy, authority, and the problem with building for God rather than with God

Building for God While Rejecting His Presence - Acts 4:1-4

Q&R - Why Israel?

Jesus' People and the Nation of Israel - Acts 3:22-26

Repent and Turn Back - Acts 3:17-21

Resurrection Power & Authority - Acts 3:11-16

The Redemptive Effects of our God Given Authority - Acts 3:11-16

A Miracle at the Beautiful Gate - Acts 3:1-10

Jesus' People as a Compelling Vision of Life - Acts 2:43-47

The Devotion of Jesus' People - Acts 2:42

The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 3 - Acts 2:37-41

The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 2 - Acts 2:25-36

The Gospel and the Power of God - Pt. 1 - Acts 2:22-32

Your Response to God's Revelation - Acts 2:14-21

The Spirit of Jesus Poured Out - Acts 2:1-13

The Waiting Season - Acts 1:12-26

The Power of God for the Purpose of God - Acts 1:6-11

Jesus at Work in Our World - Acts 1:1-5

How to Navigate These Evil Days - Ephesians 5:15-20

Divine Hospitality - Luke 2:1-21

The Audacious Claim of Christmas - Micah 5:2

Life Through Jesus - 1 John 4:9

The Prince of Peace - Isaiah 9:2-7

Peace By the Blood of His Cross - Colossians 1:15-20

Redeemed to Be A Blessing - Ruth 4:13-22

The Cost of Redemption - Ruth 4:1-12

Uncommon Kindness in Times of Need - Ruth 3:1-18

Receiving Grace Pt. 2 - Ruth 2:14-23

Receiving Grace Pt. 1 - Ruth 2:1-13

Blessing for Prodigals and Outsiders - Ruth 1:19-22

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