Christ Church Sierra Madre

Religion & Spirituality

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We are a gospel-centered church, rooted in historic Christianity, seeking to practice the way of Jesus together.

Episodes

  • Our Help In The Mess

    This episode, "Our Help In The Mess," from Christ Church Sierra Madre features Angela Lee discussing "Life With The Spirit." The discussion references the Bible passage Romans 8:26-28.

  • The Advocate

    Josh Swanson discusses 'Life With The Spirit' based on John 14:15-18 in the episode 'The Advocate'.

  • The Gift of Sabbath

    This episode, part of the Foundations series and featuring Josh Swanson, discusses the Gift of Sabbath, referencing scripture from Mark 2:23-28. The message was delivered on April 26, 2026.

  • Faith and Vocation

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre, titled "Faith and Vocation," features Josh Swanson. The discussion is based on Luke 3:7-14 and was recorded on April 19, 2026.

  • On Mission With Jesus

    Angela Lee discusses foundations based on Matthew 28:18-20 in this episode of On Mission With Jesus from Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • Easter at Christ Church | 2026

    This episode features Josh Swanson delivering a sermon on Ezekiel 37:1-14 for Easter 2026 at Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • The Cross: The Center of History

    This episode, titled 'The Cross: The Center of History,' features Josh Swanson discussing 1 Corinthians 1:18-24 as part of the Foundations series.

  • The Love Command

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre, titled "The Love Command," features Josh Swanson and discusses biblical foundations based on 1 John 3:16-18.

  • The Sermon on the Mount

    This episode features Josh Swanson delivering a sermon on Matthew 7:24-29, focusing on the foundational aspects of faith. The sermon was recorded on March 15, 2026.

  • The Church: God's Reconciled Community

    This episode, titled "The Church: God's Reconciled Community," features Josh Swanson discussing Hebrews 10:19-25. It was delivered on March 8, 2026.

  • The Lord's Prayer

    This episode from Christ Church Sierra Madre, part of the Foundations series, discusses The Lord's Prayer based on Matthew 6:7-13. Angela Lee is featured.

  • Kingdom: Why Did Jesus Come?

    Josh Swanson explores the question

  • Scripture: What is the Bible?

    This episode, part of the Foundations series, features Josh Swanson discussing the Bible, with a reference to Matthew 5:17-18. The recording date was 2-15-2026.

  • Imago Dei: Who Am I?

    This episode, "Imago Dei: Who Am I?" from Christ Church Sierra Madre, features Josh Swanson discussing Genesis 1:26-31. The sermon focuses on the concept of Imago Dei and its connection to personal identity.

  • The Maker of Heaven and Earth

    This episode, "The Maker of Heaven and Earth," features Josh Swanson discussing Genesis 1:1-5. The sermon was delivered at Christ Church Sierra Madre on February 1, 2026.

  • I Believe

    In this episode from the Foundations series, Josh Swanson reflects on Matthew 14:22-33 at Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • The Trinity

    This episode of Foundations from Christ Church Sierra Madre discusses The Trinity, featuring Josh Swanson and referencing Matthew 3:13-17. It was recorded on January 18, 2026.

  • Building a Life on Jesus

    This episode features Josh Swanson discussing Romans 12:1-2, focusing on the theme of building a life on Jesus. The sermon is from Christ Church Sierra Madre and was delivered on 1-11-2026.

  • In the House

    Angela Lee delivers a sermon on Psalm 27:1-8,13-14 at Christ Church Sierra Madre. The message, titled "In the House," was presented on January 4, 2025.

  • A Different Agenda

    This episode,

  • Revolutionary Christmas

    This episode features the Christmas Eve service from Christ Church Sierra Madre on 12-24-2025, with Josh Swanson. The message is titled 'He is God With Us'.

  • With

    This sermon, delivered by Josh Swanson, focuses on Matthew 1:18-23, exploring the theme of God being with us.

  • The Advent Prophet

    This episode, "The Advent Prophet," features Josh Swanson and discusses Mark 1:1-8. The sermon's theme is

  • The Story Behind the Story

    This episode, 'The Story Behind the Story,' from Christ Church Sierra Madre features Josh Swanson discussing the biblical passage Matthew 1:1-5, 17. The theme explored is 'He is God With Us.'

  • The Aporias of Christmas

    In 'The Aporias of Christmas,' Dr. Robert Covolo explores biblical texts including John 1:1,14 and 10:31-33, focusing on the theme 'He is God With Us.' The episode is from Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • Peace Of Mind in Chaotic Times

    This episode features Anthony Miller discussing the biblical passage John 14:25-31, providing guidance on achieving peace during turbulent times. The discussion took place on November 23, 2025.

  • Spiritual Warfare - Part 2

    This episode, part 2 of "Spiritual Warfare," discusses the measure of love by exploring Ephesians 6:13-20. The sermon is delivered by Josh Swanson.

  • Spiritual Warfare - Part 1

    This episode, Spiritual Warfare - Part 1, from Christ Church Sierra Madre discusses Ephesians 6:10-13. Josh Swanson explores the measure of love in this message recorded on 11-9-2025.

  • Following Jesus at Work

    This episode, titled "Following Jesus at Work," features Josh Swanson exploring Ephesians 6:5-9. The discussion focuses on the measure of love as discussed in the passage.

  • A New Kind of Family

    Angela Lee explores Ephesians 6:1-4, discussing the measure of love in the context of a 'new kind of family'. The message was delivered on 10-26-2025.

  • Submission, Love, & Marriage - Part 2

    Josh Swanson explores Ephesians 5:25-33 concerning submission, love, and marriage in Part 2 of a series from Christ Church Sierra Madre, dated October 19, 2025.

  • Submission, Love, & Marriage - Part 1

    This episode, featuring Josh Swanson, explores Ephesians 5:21-29, focusing on the themes of submission, love, and marriage. It delves into the measure of love within the context of Christian teachings.

  • The Spirit & Song

    This episode, titled 'The Measure of Love,' explores Ephesians 5:18-21. Josh Swanson delivered the message at Christ Church Sierra Madre on October 5, 2025.

  • Walk in Wisdom

    This episode, "The Measure of Love," explores Ephesians 5:15-17 with speaker Josh Swanson. It was presented at Christ Church Sierra Madre on September 28, 2025.

  • Walk in the Light

    Josh Swanson explores Ephesians 5:8-14 in this sermon titled "The Measure of Love" from Christ Church Sierra Madre, dated September 21, 2025.

  • The New Self Pt. 2

    This episode,

  • The New Self

    This episode, titled 'The New Self,' features Josh Swanson exploring Ephesians 4:17-32, with a focus on the measure of love. The message was delivered on 9-7-2025.

  • The Discipline of Testimony

    This episode,

  • Bitter When They Have it Better

    Josh Swanson discusses Psalms 73: 8-24 in this episode titled 'Bitter When They Have it Better', part of the 'Summer in the Psalms' series.

  • By the Rivers of Babylon

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre features Josh Swanson discussing Psalms 137. The discussion is part of a series on Psalms.

  • Psalms of Lament

    This episode features Dr. Robert Covolo discussing Psalms of Lament, specifically examining Psalms 6 and 126. The message was delivered at Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • God of Abundant Mercy

    This episode, "God of Abundant Mercy," features a sermon on Psalms 51 from the Summer in the Psalms series at Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • Glory & Honor

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre, titled "Glory & Honor", features Josh Lee. The discussion is based on Psalms 8 and the service date was July 27, 2025.

  • Search Me & Know Me

    Josh Swanson delivered a sermon titled 'Search Me & Know Me' on July 20, 2025, at Christ Church Sierra Madre. The message was based on Psalm 139:1-6 and was part of the 'Summer in the Psalms' series.

  • Introducing the Psalms

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre, titled "Introducing the Psalms," features Josh Swanson discussing Psalms 56:1-13. The message was delivered on July 13, 2025, as part of a summer series on the Psalms.

  • Judge Not

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre, titled "Judge Not," features Josh Swanson and discusses the biblical passage Matthew 7:1-5. The service date was July 6, 2025.

  • A Welcome Interruption

    Dr. David Goatley preaches on Luke 7:11-17 (NIV) in a topical sermon titled "A Welcome Interruption" from Christ Church Sierra Madre.

  • The Tithes

    This episode of Christ Church Sierra Madre features a sermon by Josh Swanson on the topic of 'The Tithes', referencing various texts.

  • Shame and the Fatherhood of God

    This episode from Christ Church Sierra Madre, featuring Eric Balmer, discusses the themes of shame and the Fatherhood of God, referencing the Bible passage Luke 8:40-48. It was recorded on June 15, 2025.

  • Come and See

    This episode, titled