This week’s message explores Jonah’s encounter in the belly of the fish and what it means for our faith in Jesus today. Discover how God uses unexpected circumstances to reveal His mercy and invite us into new life.<ul><li>Why Jonah ran from God’s call and what it reveals about mercy and judgment</li><li>The connection between Jonah’s three days in the fish and Jesus’s resurrection</li><li>How God’s provision can look different than expected—sometimes challenging, always purposeful</li><li>The difference between prayers in control and prayers in desperation</li><li>How remembering God’s faithfulness in the past can inspire stronger faith for the future</li></ul>

This week’s message explores Jonah’s encounter in the belly of the fish and what it means for our faith in Jesus today. Discover how God uses unexpected circumstances to reveal His mercy and invite us into new life.Why Jonah ran from God’s call and what it reveals about mercy and judgmentThe connection between Jonah’s three days in the fish and Jesus’s resurrectionHow God’s provision can look different than expected—sometimes challenging, always purposefulThe difference between prayers in control and prayers in desperationHow remembering God’s faithfulness in the past can inspire stronger faith for the future

The Brookside Church Podcast

Jonah: Running Into the Shadows | Week 3

Discover why spiritual complacency can be dangerous and how God responds when we stray from our purpose. This message unpacks the story of Jonah, aligning it with Jesus' call for us to live out our faith in community.<ul><li>The reality and seriousness of spiritual rebellion before God</li><li>Lessons from Jonah’s resistance and the consequence of “asleep” believers</li><li>How God’s storms redirect us to Jesus-centered purpose</li><li>The importance of spiritual wakefulness for reaching a lost world</li><li>Practical steps toward building gospel-saturated, Jesus-centered homes and communities</li></ul>

Discover why spiritual complacency can be dangerous and how God responds when we stray from our purpose. This message unpacks the story of Jonah, aligning it with Jesus' call for us to live out our faith in community.The reality and seriousness of spiritual rebellion before GodLessons from Jonah’s resistance and the consequence of “asleep” believersHow God’s storms redirect us to Jesus-centered purposeThe importance of spiritual wakefulness for reaching a lost worldPractical steps toward building gospel-saturated, Jesus-centered homes and communities

Jonah: Running Into the Shadows | Week 2

Discover the real reason we run from God and how obedience to Jesus shapes our lives. Join us as we begin our journey through Jonah and confront the challenges of living out a Jesus-centered faith.<ul><li>The difference between obeying God when it’s comfortable and when it’s costly</li><li>Jonah’s reluctance to preach to Nineveh and what it reveals about our own hearts</li><li>How small acts of disobedience form walls between us and God</li><li>Why God calls us to radical obedience and what that means for following Jesus</li><li>How mercy through Jesus transforms enemies into family in the Kingdom of God</li></ul>

Discover the real reason we run from God and how obedience to Jesus shapes our lives. Join us as we begin our journey through Jonah and confront the challenges of living out a Jesus-centered faith.The difference between obeying God when it’s comfortable and when it’s costlyJonah’s reluctance to preach to Nineveh and what it reveals about our own heartsHow small acts of disobedience form walls between us and GodWhy God calls us to radical obedience and what that means for following JesusHow mercy through Jesus transforms enemies into family in the Kingdom of God

Jonah: Running Into the Shadows | Week 1

Discover what it truly means to worship Jesus and why our preferences should never outweigh obedience to Him. This sermon challenges us to reexamine our worship in light of the Gospel and Brookside Church’s mission to build Jesus-centered homes and Gospel-saturated communities.<ul><li>The difference between honoring others and worshiping God</li><li>Biblical examples of both authentic and misplaced worship</li><li>Why true worship is defined by obedience and sacrifice, not comfort or preference</li><li>How worship is not confined to a place, but is a response to the presence of God made possible by Jesus</li><li>Practical ways to stretch your personal expression of worship in everyday life</li></ul>

Discover what it truly means to worship Jesus and why our preferences should never outweigh obedience to Him. This sermon challenges us to reexamine our worship in light of the Gospel and Brookside Church’s mission to build Jesus-centered homes and Gospel-saturated communities.The difference between honoring others and worshiping GodBiblical examples of both authentic and misplaced worshipWhy true worship is defined by obedience and sacrifice, not comfort or preferenceHow worship is not confined to a place, but is a response to the presence of God made possible by JesusPractical ways to stretch your personal expression of worship in everyday life

Does Preference Have a Place in Worship?

Discover the powerful purpose of solitude and why God’s silence doesn’t mean He’s ignoring you. Learn how true satisfaction comes from intimacy with Jesus, not what He gives.<ul><li>Four alternative perspectives on God’s silence during solitude</li><li>Why answers may already be found in God’s Word</li><li>How motives and persistence shape your prayer life</li><li>The importance of being satisfied in Jesus rather than seeking His gifts</li><li>Lessons from Psalm 63 on loving God in seasons of loss and emptiness</li></ul>

Discover the powerful purpose of solitude and why God’s silence doesn’t mean He’s ignoring you. Learn how true satisfaction comes from intimacy with Jesus, not what He gives.Four alternative perspectives on God’s silence during solitudeWhy answers may already be found in God’s WordHow motives and persistence shape your prayer lifeThe importance of being satisfied in Jesus rather than seeking His giftsLessons from Psalm 63 on loving God in seasons of loss and emptiness

Why God Feels Silent When You Pray | Solitude: Week 6

When life breaks you and you find yourself in a place you never wanted to be, look to what Paul and Silas did in prison. Discover how forced solitude can reveal God’s power and turn hopelessness into a miracle for you and others.<ul><li>Why investing in Jesus-centered kids and students shapes their faith for life</li><li>The spiritual dangers of occult practices and how to seek freedom in Jesus’ name</li><li>How Satan distracts us from moments of solitude and spiritual renewal</li><li>Paul and Silas’s response to suffering: prayer, praise, and absolute trust in Jesus</li><li>Turning your deepest struggles into opportunities for the Gospel to impact others and saturate your community with hope</li></ul>

When life breaks you and you find yourself in a place you never wanted to be, look to what Paul and Silas did in prison. Discover how forced solitude can reveal God’s power and turn hopelessness into a miracle for you and others.Why investing in Jesus-centered kids and students shapes their faith for lifeThe spiritual dangers of occult practices and how to seek freedom in Jesus’ nameHow Satan distracts us from moments of solitude and spiritual renewalPaul and Silas’s response to suffering: prayer, praise, and absolute trust in JesusTurning your deepest struggles into opportunities for the Gospel to impact others and saturate your community with hope

When Life Breaks You | Solitude: Week 5

Explore Elijah’s struggle with despair, failure, and isolation—and discover the difference between solitude and isolation as Jesus modeled for us. Learn how a gentle whisper from God can call us out of discouragement and back into our Jesus-centered purpose.<ul><li>The difference between isolation and solitude, and why true solitude reconnects us with God’s heart</li><li>How exhaustion, isolation, and chaos fuel despair, fear, and confusion</li><li>The role of personal health, community, and quiet in overcoming discouragement</li><li>God’s response to Elijah’s depression: not a miraculous sign, but a gentle whisper guiding him back to purpose</li><li>How Jesus pressed on for our salvation and invites us into Gospel-saturated life and calling</li></ul>

Explore Elijah’s struggle with despair, failure, and isolation—and discover the difference between solitude and isolation as Jesus modeled for us. Learn how a gentle whisper from God can call us out of discouragement and back into our Jesus-centered purpose.The difference between isolation and solitude, and why true solitude reconnects us with God’s heartHow exhaustion, isolation, and chaos fuel despair, fear, and confusionThe role of personal health, community, and quiet in overcoming discouragementGod’s response to Elijah’s depression: not a miraculous sign, but a gentle whisper guiding him back to purposeHow Jesus pressed on for our salvation and invites us into Gospel-saturated life and calling

Why Do We Run from Dealing with Failure and Loneliness | Solitude: Week 4

Discover why your prayer life may feel empty and how "on demand solitude" can transform your connection with Jesus. Join us as we unpack practical steps for making your relationship with God more genuine and powerful, in line with Brookside’s mission of building Jesus-centered homes.<ul><li>Why God might not always respond to your prayers</li><li>The dangers of performative or insincere prayer</li><li>The biblical model of authentic, private prayer (Matthew 6 & Acts 10)</li><li>What “on demand solitude” really means and how to practice it</li><li>How aligning your heart with Jesus leads to life-changing connection and Gospel-saturated community</li></ul>

Discover why your prayer life may feel empty and how "on demand solitude" can transform your connection with Jesus. Join us as we unpack practical steps for making your relationship with God more genuine and powerful, in line with Brookside’s mission of building Jesus-centered homes.Why God might not always respond to your prayersThe dangers of performative or insincere prayerThe biblical model of authentic, private prayer (Matthew 6 & Acts 10)What “on demand solitude” really means and how to practice itHow aligning your heart with Jesus leads to life-changing connection and Gospel-saturated community

Why Your Prayer Life Feels Empty | Solitude: Week 3

Discover how solitude was foundational in the life of Jesus and how it empowers confident, Spirit-led decisions. Learn why seeking time alone with God is essential fuel for every follower of Jesus and Brookside Church’s mission.<ul><li>Why solitude is a foundational rhythm for Jesus-centered living</li><li>The difference between disciples and apostles, and Jesus’ decisive choices</li><li>How solitude empowered Jesus to make bold, kingdom-impacting decisions</li><li>The role of wilderness and mountain experiences in spiritual clarity</li><li>Practical steps to intentionally seek solitude for guidance and renewal</li></ul>

Discover how solitude was foundational in the life of Jesus and how it empowers confident, Spirit-led decisions. Learn why seeking time alone with God is essential fuel for every follower of Jesus and Brookside Church’s mission.Why solitude is a foundational rhythm for Jesus-centered livingThe difference between disciples and apostles, and Jesus’ decisive choicesHow solitude empowered Jesus to make bold, kingdom-impacting decisionsThe role of wilderness and mountain experiences in spiritual clarityPractical steps to intentionally seek solitude for guidance and renewal

The Rhythm That Fuels Every Other Rhythm | Solitude: Week 2

Discover what it means to find true peace and identity in Jesus, even when your mind is filled with anxiety and distraction. This message focuses on the power of solitude and how following the rhythms of Jesus can transform both your heart and home.<ul><li>How the chaos in our minds can impact our daily lives and spiritual walk</li><li>The difference between Sabbath and solitude, and why both are crucial for Gospel-centered living</li><li>Facing spiritual battle and the subtle ways the enemy seeks to distract and destroy</li><li>The temptations Jesus faced in the wilderness and how He responded with the Word of God</li><li>Practical steps for scheduling solitude, preparing for spiritual battle, and building a Jesus-centered home in line with Brookside’s mission</li></ul>

Discover what it means to find true peace and identity in Jesus, even when your mind is filled with anxiety and distraction. This message focuses on the power of solitude and how following the rhythms of Jesus can transform both your heart and home.How the chaos in our minds can impact our daily lives and spiritual walkThe difference between Sabbath and solitude, and why both are crucial for Gospel-centered livingFacing spiritual battle and the subtle ways the enemy seeks to distract and destroyThe temptations Jesus faced in the wilderness and how He responded with the Word of GodPractical steps for scheduling solitude, preparing for spiritual battle, and building a Jesus-centered home in line with Brookside’s mission

How to Overcome Temptation Like Jesus | Solitude: Week 1

Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with Brookside Church and discover what it means to step into a new reality shaped by the hope of the empty tomb. This message explores how Jesus transforms lives and what it means to follow Him as Lord and Savior.<ul><li>Why the resurrection of Jesus is central to the Christian faith</li><li>The meaning of baptism and its connection to Jesus-centered homes</li><li>The evidence for Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection</li><li>How Jesus uses our senses to reveal Himself and build authentic faith</li><li>Moving from fear, doubt, and grief to peace, purpose, and gratitude through the living Christ</li></ul>

Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with Brookside Church and discover what it means to step into a new reality shaped by the hope of the empty tomb. This message explores how Jesus transforms lives and what it means to follow Him as Lord and Savior.Why the resurrection of Jesus is central to the Christian faithThe meaning of baptism and its connection to Jesus-centered homesThe evidence for Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrectionHow Jesus uses our senses to reveal Himself and build authentic faithMoving from fear, doubt, and grief to peace, purpose, and gratitude through the living Christ

Easter Sunday | 2026

As we conclude our series, Pastor Cal challenges us to remain faithful when hope seems lost and disappointment clouds our journey. Discover how the Name of Jesus anchors us, even when we walk through the darkest of days.<ul><li>Confronting disillusionment at the foot of the cross and why Good Friday wasn’t “good” for Jesus’ followers</li><li>The reality of unanswered prayers and how faith embraces the unknown</li><li>Biblical keys for staying rooted in Jesus through your toughest moments</li><li>Real-life stories and scriptural examples of God’s faithfulness, even when we don’t see it</li><li>Practical steps to “get clear, don’t fear, and draw near” so your home and relationships stay centered on Jesus</li></ul>

As we conclude our series, Pastor Cal challenges us to remain faithful when hope seems lost and disappointment clouds our journey. Discover how the Name of Jesus anchors us, even when we walk through the darkest of days.Confronting disillusionment at the foot of the cross and why Good Friday wasn’t “good” for Jesus’ followersThe reality of unanswered prayers and how faith embraces the unknownBiblical keys for staying rooted in Jesus through your toughest momentsReal-life stories and scriptural examples of God’s faithfulness, even when we don’t see itPractical steps to “get clear, don’t fear, and draw near” so your home and relationships stay centered on Jesus

The Hour Has Come | Week 9

Discover the gravity and hope of Jesus’ final hours as Brookside Church continues its 10-week sermon series, “The Hour Has Come.” This week, we examine the depth of Christ’s suffering and what it means for our daily lives and relationships.<ul><li>The significance of Pilate’s power struggle with the Jewish leaders</li><li>The graphic reality and historical context of Roman flogging and Jesus' physical suffering</li><li>Why even "small" sins matter—and how they contributed to Christ’s wounds</li><li>The importance of choosing Jesus as the ultimate authority (“No King but Jesus”)</li><li>How Christ’s sacrifice leads to true healing, redemption, and a call to personal surrender</li></ul>

Discover the gravity and hope of Jesus’ final hours as Brookside Church continues its 10-week sermon series, “The Hour Has Come.” This week, we examine the depth of Christ’s suffering and what it means for our daily lives and relationships.The significance of Pilate’s power struggle with the Jewish leadersThe graphic reality and historical context of Roman flogging and Jesus' physical sufferingWhy even "small" sins matter—and how they contributed to Christ’s woundsThe importance of choosing Jesus as the ultimate authority (“No King but Jesus”)How Christ’s sacrifice leads to true healing, redemption, and a call to personal surrender

The Hour Has Come | Week 8

In Part 4 of "The Hour Has Come," Eric Dubach unpacks the dramatic scene of the Last Supper from John 13, revealing new insights about loyalty, betrayal, and the heart’s true allegiance. Discover what it really means to make Jesus Lord of your life, not just your teacher.<ul><li>Why Judas’ betrayal wasn’t as obvious to himself or the disciples as you might think</li><li>The powerful symbolism behind Jesus washing Judas’ feet and offering him the seat of honor</li><li>How small compromises can lead to major acts of betrayal against Jesus</li><li>The difference between calling Jesus “Rabbi” and making Him your “Lord”</li><li>How remorse and repentance shape our response to failure and restore our relationship with Jesus</li></ul>

In Part 4 of "The Hour Has Come," Eric Dubach unpacks the dramatic scene of the Last Supper from John 13, revealing new insights about loyalty, betrayal, and the heart’s true allegiance. Discover what it really means to make Jesus Lord of your life, not just your teacher.Why Judas’ betrayal wasn’t as obvious to himself or the disciples as you might thinkThe powerful symbolism behind Jesus washing Judas’ feet and offering him the seat of honorHow small compromises can lead to major acts of betrayal against JesusThe difference between calling Jesus “Rabbi” and making Him your “Lord”How remorse and repentance shape our response to failure and restore our relationship with Jesus

The Hour Has Come | Week 4

Join us for Part 7 of "The Hour Has Come," where we dive deep into the final days of Jesus’ life and the powerful events leading up to the cross. Eric Dubach unpacks the real meaning of power and how it’s ultimately surrendered to Jesus in God’s redemptive plan.<ul><li>The escalating power struggle between the Jewish leaders and Pilate—and what’s really driving it</li><li>How Jesus redefines power under God’s authority, not worldly influence</li><li>The significance of Jesus becoming “unclean” and its possible connection to taking on humanity’s sin</li><li>What it means to have authority, and how we're called to surrender it to Jesus</li><li>Practical application: Using your power to serve, honor, and worship Jesus, not just your own agenda</li></ul>

Join us for Part 7 of "The Hour Has Come," where we dive deep into the final days of Jesus’ life and the powerful events leading up to the cross. Eric Dubach unpacks the real meaning of power and how it’s ultimately surrendered to Jesus in God’s redemptive plan.The escalating power struggle between the Jewish leaders and Pilate—and what’s really driving itHow Jesus redefines power under God’s authority, not worldly influenceThe significance of Jesus becoming “unclean” and its possible connection to taking on humanity’s sinWhat it means to have authority, and how we're called to surrender it to JesusPractical application: Using your power to serve, honor, and worship Jesus, not just your own agenda

The Hour Has Come | Week 7

Welcome to the podcast of Brookside Church. Check each week for the latest message to help you live like Jesus! Brookside Church is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Welcome to the podcast of Brookside Church. Check each week for the latest message to help you live like Jesus! Brookside Church is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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