La Jolla Presbyterian Church Sermons

La Jolla Presbyterian Church
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We want to see lives transformed through a relationship with Jesus. One way we witness that is by sharing God’s Story and equipping you to share His story as well.We strive for sermons and teaching that is informative, applicable, inviting, and transformative. Sunday morning messages, plus other Bible studies, classes, and special events. We are a welcoming, Bible based, Christian Church, and would love to worship with you.

  1. 8h ago

    A New Humanity - Sermon for October 4th, 2026

    What does it take to bring people together when so much seems to divide us? This Sunday, we look at Ephesians 2:11–22 and Paul’s powerful picture of Jesus as the one who breaks down the walls that separate us. Through Christ, those who were once divided are reconciled to God and to one another, creating what Paul calls “one new humanity.” Our prayer practice this week will focus on reconciliation, inviting us to consider where God may be calling us to seek healing, forgiveness, or restored relationships. And at Communion, we’ll be reminded that in Christ we are no longer strangers, but members of one family, brought together by His grace. Sermon Questions:  Where am I holding onto resentment and how can I give that over to Jesus?Prayer Practice: Reconciliation - Reflect on how God’s reconciling work on your behalf should shape your relationship with others.We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  2. Sep 28

    Grace And Works - Sermon for September 27th, 2026

    How does gratitude change when we recognize that salvation is not something we earn, but a gift we receive? This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham continues our series through Ephesians with a message titled “Grace and Works,” based on Ephesians 2:1-10. Focusing on verses 4 and 5, we will reflect on God’s great love and rich mercy, which make us alive with Christ, even when we cannot save ourselves. Through gratitude, we are invited to respond to His grace with lives shaped by thankfulness and good works.  Come and join us this Sunday to consider what it means to live each day from a place of gratitude for all God has done. Sermon Questions: 1. What can I do this week to make a difference in the lives of those around me? 2. Prayer Practice – Gratitude. Begin or end each day with three things you are grateful for. We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  3. Sep 21

    Be Attentive - Sermon for September 20th, 2026

    Becoming more like Jesus begins with learning to pay attention to what God is doing within us and around us. This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Sheri Perenon, continues our series through Ephesians with a message titled “Be Attentive,” based on Ephesians 1:15-23. Through Paul’s prayer for the church, we will consider what it means to have our eyes opened to God’s hope, power, and presence. As we become more attentive to His work, we begin to recognize the extraordinary hope we have been called to and the power of Christ at work within His people. We would love to worship with you this Sunday as we discover how greater attentiveness to God can shape the way we live and serve the world around us! Sermon Questions: Challenge: What is the Holy Spirit leading you to focus on this week?Prayer Practice: AttentivenessWe want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  4. Sep 14

    It Starts With Praise - Sermon for September 13th, 2026

    What does it look like to become more like Jesus for the sake of the world around us? This Sunday, we begin a new series through Ephesians, exploring how God’s grace shapes us individually and together as the church so that the love and mercy of Jesus become visible through our lives. We begin with “It Starts With Praise,” based on Ephesians 1:1-10. As Paul celebrates the spiritual blessings we have received through Christ, we’ll discover how the practice of praise turns our attention toward God and begins to shape the way we see ourselves, one another, and the world. Sermon Questions: 1. Who around me might need to experience some of the kindness and generosity God has shown me? 2. Prayer Practice – Praise – What would it look like for me to be intentional about praising God this week?  We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ.   It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  5. Sep 6

    Look Beyond The Noise - Sermon for September 6th, 2026

    Nehemiah refuses to be pulled away from the important work God has called him to complete. In Nehemiah 6:1 to 9, his enemies attempt to distract and intimidate him, but he remains focused and declares, “I am carrying on a great project and cannot go down.” This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham concludes our Nehemiah series with “Look Beyond the Noise.” Together, we will explore how to recognize the voices and distractions competing for our attention, remain grounded in God’s truth, and stay faithful to the purpose He has placed before us. Join us this Sunday! Sermon Questions: What is the “great work” God has given me to do right now?Is there something demanding my attention that may not deserve it and what can I do this week to stay focused on God?We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  6. Aug 31

    Look Around - Sermon for August 30th, 2026

    Who might God be calling us to notice? In Nehemiah 5:1–13, the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls is interrupted by the cries of families facing poverty, debt, and injustice. Nehemiah does not ignore their suffering. He listens and calls the community to respond with integrity and compassion. This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham continues our Nehemiah series with “Look Around,” inviting us to see those in need and consider how God may be calling us to act. Join us as we discover what it means to reflect God’s heart through generosity, justice, and care for others. Sermon Questions:  1. Is there someone I could come alongside this week and help move toward a greater sense of shalom or wholeness? 2. Is there a system or structure around me that needs to change so someone is not overlooked or left behind? We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate. La Jolla Pres holds a CCLI License to live stream and archive all musical material.

  7. Aug 24

    Look Inside - Sermon for August 23rd, 2026

    Fear can easily shape our thoughts, weaken our resolve, and distract us from the work God has called us to do. This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham continues our Nehemiah series with a message titled "Look Inside," based on Nehemiah 4:10-23. As Nehemiah and the people face opposition, threats, and growing uncertainty, they are forced to confront their fears while remaining committed to rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls. Their story invites us to consider the fears we carry, recognize how they influence us, and remember that God remains present and faithful. Join us as we learn to look inside and continue forward with courage and trust in God. Sermon Questions 1. If you have been spending too much time in the “house of fear” lately, what can you do this week to choose the “house of love”? 2. Is there someone you can share your “anxiety or fears” with so that you don’t feel isolated or alone? We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

  8. Aug 17

    Look Up - Sermon for August 16th, 2026

    What are you looking to when life feels uncertain or overwhelming? What we choose to focus on matters. This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham begins a new four week sermon series through the book of Nehemiah, exploring what it means to be a people who look to God as we make our way through life. The series begins with Look Up, based on Nehemiah 1:1–11. When Nehemiah receives heartbreaking news about Jerusalem, his first response is to turn to God. He mourns, fasts, and prays, reminding us that before we make plans or take action, we are invited to seek the Lord first. Join us this Sunday as we explore the importance of spending time with God and learning to look up. Sermon Questions: 1. Is there something in your life you are trying to “fix” before you have brought it to God? 2. How can you realistically “find a place” and “make some space” this week to simply be with God? We want to connect with you! Email Pastor Chad at chadf@ljpres.org to get plugged in, or you can find our website at ljpres.org/connect. We hope to see lives transformed by a relationship with Jesus, and we strive to be a place where you experience and are able to express that transforming love of Christ. It builds our faith to help give back a portion of what God has given us. If you would like to help further His work in La Jolla, San Diego and the world you can give online at LJPres.org/Donate.

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We want to see lives transformed through a relationship with Jesus. One way we witness that is by sharing God’s Story and equipping you to share His story as well.We strive for sermons and teaching that is informative, applicable, inviting, and transformative. Sunday morning messages, plus other Bible studies, classes, and special events. We are a welcoming, Bible based, Christian Church, and would love to worship with you.

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    La Jolla Presbyterian Church
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    2015 - 2026
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