Sunnyvale FBC Podcast

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Sunnyvale FBC, Broadcast Ministries shares the gospel, hope, and encouragement through weekly radio shows and podcasts. The home of the "After God's Heart" Radio Show & "Life After Sunday" Podcast. The mission is to impact lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ worldwide. Conforming us to His Word and His Heart.

  1. 1d ago

    Stir Up (Part 7): God Is Not Late

    Where did life come from? Science keeps searching, but every answer that leaves God out eventually hits the same dead end. If there is no Creator, there is no satisfying explanation for how life began. The Bible does not leave us guessing. It points to a God who is sovereign over time, patient with people, and faithful to every promise He has made. The Apostle Peter wrote to a church that was wrestling with doubt. Scoffers in his day were asking why Christ had not yet returned, using the passage of time as evidence that He never would. Peter's response in 2 Peter 3 does not offer a date or a countdown. Instead, it calls believers to understand something more foundational about the nature of God Himself. Peter makes three powerful points. God is not bound by time the way we are. He is the eternal I AM, the same yesterday, today, and forever, and what feels like an eternity to us is nothing from His perspective. His apparent delay is not slowness but patience. He is intentionally allowing time to pass so that more people have the opportunity to repent and come to Him. And the day of the Lord is coming suddenly and without warning, like a thief in the night, which means the right response is not prediction but preparation. Throughout history, over 90 documented predictions about the return of Christ have been made between 1844 and 2011 alone, and every single one has failed. The failure of human predictions is not the failure of God's promise. God is not late. He is always exactly on time. The prophet Habakkuk shows us what it looks like to wait on God well. He stationed himself at his post, asked hard questions, and received not a date but a posture: live by faith, wait for the vision, and trust that it will not be late. Topics covered include the origin of life and creation, the return of Jesus Christ and end times, 2 Peter 3 Bible study, God's patience and grace, repentance and salvation, the Day of the Lord, Habakkuk and waiting on God, failed rapture predictions, living by faith, and how to understand God's timing. Whether you are exploring faith for the first time or looking to go deeper in your walk with Christ, these are questions worth sitting with. God is patient. God is on time. And God is coming.

  2. Oct 27

    Stir Up (Part 6): Where Is the Promise?

    Is Jesus really coming back? And if He is, why has it taken so long? These are questions that people have been asking for centuries, and they are exactly the questions the apostle Peter addresses in Second Peter chapter three. This message digs into one of the most important and most repeated promises in all of the Bible: the second coming of Jesus Christ. The return of Christ appears over 300 times in the New Testament. Jesus Himself spoke about it 21 times. Yet there have always been those who deny it, mock it, and use that denial to justify living without accountability to God. Peter identifies three core reasons why people reject this promise: personal desires that resist God's authority, the perceived delay being used as supposed proof it will never happen, and willful forgetfulness of what God has already said and done. But Peter does not leave believers without an answer. He points directly to the Word of God, three times in just a few verses, as the foundation for confidence in Christ's return. God created the world by His Word. He judged the world through the flood by His Word. And He is currently preserving the world by that same Word, holding everything in place until the appointed day. The delay is not evidence of failure. It is evidence of mercy. This message is for anyone who has ever wrestled with doubt about the return of Christ, faced mockery for believing in it, or simply drifted from the anchor of Scripture. Whether you are a longtime believer or someone just beginning to explore what the Bible says about the end times, this is a grounding and encouraging look at why the promise of Jesus coming again is one worth holding onto. Topics covered include: the second coming of Jesus Christ, Bible prophecy, Second Peter chapter three, why people deny the return of Christ, God's patience and mercy, the flood as a historical judgment, creation and the Word of God, living with biblical hope, end times, Christian faith, and how to respond when your faith is challenged.

  3. Oct 19

    Stir Up (Part 5): The Lord Knows How

    False teachers are one of the most serious threats the church has ever faced, and 2 Peter 2 gives believers one of the clearest and most urgent warnings in all of Scripture. This passage is just as relevant today as it was when Peter first wrote it. Peter opens with a sobering reality: false prophets have always existed alongside true ones, and false teachers will always exist within the church. They do not announce themselves. They use familiar words like faith, family, grace, and even Jesus, but they redefine those words to mean something Scripture never intended. They minimize sin, deny the exclusivity of salvation through Christ, and make the path to God seem broader than Jesus described. How do you identify a false teacher? Peter gives three clear markers. First, they distort the truth by using biblical language with unbiblical meaning. Second, they are motivated by greed and self-interest, exploiting people with false words for personal gain. Third, their lives contradict their message. They call others to a standard they have no intention of keeping themselves. But here is where the passage becomes deeply encouraging. God is not unaware of what false teachers are doing. He keeps good records. Peter points to three historical examples to prove it: the angels who sinned and were cast into darkness, the world destroyed in Noah's flood, and the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. In every case, God judged sin. And in every case, He rescued the righteous. Noah was preserved. Lot was rescued. The promise Peter builds from these examples is powerful: the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trial and keep the unrighteous for the day of judgment. This is not a promise that life will be easy or that justice will come quickly. It is a promise that God knows how. He sees. He acts. And His judgment is certain. The practical application is straightforward. Know the truth deeply. The more familiar you are with Scripture, the harder it becomes for a false teacher to deceive you. Measure every voice, every teacher, and every message against what God's Word actually says. Be intentional about what you allow to shape your thinking. Topics covered include: false teachers in the church, how to identify false prophets, 2 Peter 2 explained, biblical discernment, God's judgment and rescue, Noah and the flood, Sodom and Gomorrah, spiritual deception, Christian discernment, Bible study on false teaching, Peter's warning to the church, and trusting God's justice. If you want to grow in your ability to recognize false teaching and stand firm in biblical truth, this message from 2 Peter 2 is essential.

  4. Oct 13

    Stir Up (Part 4): We Have This Word

    Can we actually trust the Bible? Is it just a collection of ancient myths, or is there real evidence that it is the Word of God? The apostle Peter faced this exact accusation nearly 2,000 years ago, and his answer in 2 Peter 1:16-21 is just as powerful today as it was then. In this message, we explore five compelling reasons to trust the Bible as the true and living Word of God. First, eyewitness testimony. Peter was not passing along secondhand information. He personally witnessed the Transfiguration of Jesus, saw Him glorified, and heard the voice of God the Father speak from heaven. After the resurrection, Jesus appeared to Peter, to the twelve disciples, and to more than 500 people at one time, most of whom were still alive and available to question when Paul wrote about it in 1 Corinthians 15. Second, the miraculous preservation of Scripture. The Bible is 66 books written by more than 40 authors across three continents over 1,500 years, all telling one unified message. The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947 confirmed that the text had been faithfully preserved for over 2,000 years with remarkable consistency. Third, prophetic fulfillment. More than 3,300 prophecies about the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ were written in the Old Testament and fulfilled in precise detail. At the Transfiguration, Moses and Elijah represented the Law and the Prophets, both pointing forward to Jesus as their fulfillment. Fourth, its illuminating truth. Peter describes God's Word as a lamp shining in a dark place. Scripture does not just inform. It exposes, penetrates, and reveals things in us we did not even know were there. Hebrews describes it as sharper than a two-edged sword, discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Fifth, its transformational power. Peter himself is proof. The man who denied Jesus three times became a bold preacher of the gospel, saw 3,000 people saved in a single day, and ultimately died as a martyr for his faith. The Word of God changes lives in ways that are real, personal, and visible. This message also answers why it all matters. A day is coming when every person will stand before a holy God. The entire Bible, from beginning to end, exists to introduce people to Jesus Christ. And Scripture is not the product of human imagination but was spoken by men moved by the Holy Spirit, making it the very breath of God. Whether you are exploring Christianity for the first time, wrestling with doubts about the Bible, or looking to deepen your faith, this message offers a grounded, evidence-based look at why the Word of God can be trusted completely. Topics covered: Is the Bible true, can we trust the Bible, Bible reliability, biblical evidence, 2 Peter 1:16-21, the Transfiguration, Dead Sea Scrolls, biblical prophecy fulfilled, eyewitness testimony Bible, is Christianity based on myths, why trust Scripture, biblical inspiration, transformational power of God's Word, Jesus in the Old Testament, apologetics, Christian faith and evidence.

  5. Oct 5

    Stir Up (Part 3): The Truth About Truth

    What does the Bible say about remembering truth? In 2 Peter 1:12-15, the apostle Peter writes his final words to believers with one urgent and deeply personal goal: remember the truth, stay grounded in it, and pass it on to others. This passage is one of the most powerful calls to spiritual vigilance in all of Scripture, and its message is just as urgent today as it was when Peter first wrote it. Peter was near the end of his life, likely facing execution, when he penned these words. Like Moses, David, and Paul before him, he gathered his most important thoughts and issued a final challenge to those who would carry the faith forward. His message was not for people who were ignorant of the gospel. He acknowledged that his readers already knew the truth. But Peter understood something critical: knowing the truth and staying rooted in it are two very different things. In just four verses, Peter uses the word remember three times. That repetition is intentional. It is the heartbeat of his message. He describes his ministry as stirring people up, like a spiritual alarm clock waking believers to what is at stake. He draws on the imagery of Israel's exodus and the language of Jesus at the transfiguration to frame his own coming death, reminding us that our time here is temporary and the truth is too important to neglect. One of the most sobering ideas explored in this passage is what happens when we forget. Using the concept of the Sorites Paradox, the idea that removing one grain of sand at a time eventually destroys an entire heap, we see how small compromises quietly erode a biblical foundation. Change one belief here. Soften one conviction there. Nothing dramatic happens at first. But over time, the foundation shifts in ways we never intended. Forgetting is the beginning of disobedience. Peter closes this section with a personal commitment to diligence. He wanted to ensure that even after his death, people would be able to call these truths to mind. His legacy was not financial or fame-driven. It was a faith passed on to the next generation, rooted in the unchanging Word of God. Topics covered include: 2 Peter 1:12-15 explained, why Christians need reminders of truth, how to stay grounded in biblical faith, the danger of spiritual drift, what it means to leave a legacy of faith, lessons from Peter's final words, Christian living and spiritual growth, Bible study on remembering God's Word, and how small compromises affect your faith. Whether you are studying 2 Peter, looking for encouragement to stay grounded in Scripture, or thinking about the legacy of faith you are building, this message speaks directly to the heart of what it means to follow Christ with intention and urgency.

  6. Sep 28

    Stir Up (Part 2): Make Every Effort

    What does it actually look like to grow in your faith? Many Christians believe the right things but struggle to understand how spiritual growth works in a practical, everyday sense. Second Peter chapter one offers one of the clearest and most actionable answers in all of Scripture. God has already provided everything needed for a life of faith and godliness. Through His divine power, He gave us the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Through that knowledge, He granted us precious and magnificent promises. And through those promises, we are invited into a growing resemblance of Him. The foundation is completely laid. But spiritual growth is never automatic. Peter calls believers to actively and diligently add seven key virtues to their faith: moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. These are not a one-time checklist. They are a lifelong, intentional practice that shapes us into mature disciples of Jesus Christ over time. Peter also gives three powerful motivations for why this matters. Those who cultivate these virtues will be fruitful and productive in their walk with God. Those who neglect them risk becoming spiritually blind, forgetting what God has done for them and losing sight of His greater purposes. And those who actively pursue these qualities will have genuine assurance of their faith and will be far less likely to stumble and fall away. This is a message for anyone asking questions like: How do I grow spiritually? What is the difference between faith and works? What does discipleship actually look like? How do I become more like Jesus? What does the Bible say about spiritual maturity? Whether you are new to faith or have been walking with Christ for decades, this passage has something to say to you. Topics covered include spiritual growth, Christian discipleship, 2 Peter 1, the seven virtues of faith, how to grow in faith, what the Bible says about spiritual maturity, Christian living, godliness, self-control, perseverance, brotherly kindness, Christian love, and how to have assurance of salvation. God has done His part completely. He has given you His power, the knowledge of Christ, and His magnificent promises. The journey of discipleship is yours to walk, on purpose and with diligence, with the confidence that He is working in you every step of the way.

  7. Sep 21

    Stir Up (Part 1): Who We Are and Whose We Are

    What do you do when you have failed in your faith and wonder if you still have a place in God's story? The apostle Peter knew that feeling better than almost anyone. He denied Jesus three times, publicly and painfully. And yet Jesus prayed for him, restored him, and gave him a mission. Second Peter is the letter Peter wrote near the end of his life to fulfill that mission, and it carries a message that is just as urgent today as it was in the first century. In this message from 2 Peter 1:1-2, we explore what Peter's final letter teaches us about Christian identity, saving faith, and the ongoing work of God in the life of every believer. Before Peter ever mentions his role as an apostle, he calls himself a bondservant, someone bought by the blood of Jesus. That order is intentional. Who we are in Christ comes before what we do for Christ. Peter writes to believers who have received a precious faith, and he is careful to point out that this faith is the same kind received by the apostles themselves. There are no second-class believers. No spiritual VIPs. The faith that drove the early church to plant congregations and sacrifice their lives is the same faith available to every follower of Jesus today. And that faith is made possible not by our righteousness, but entirely by the righteousness of God and Savior Jesus Christ, a phrase that also stands as one of the clearest declarations of the deity of Christ in the New Testament. Peter also prays that grace and peace would be multiplied in the lives of believers, and he connects that multiplication directly to a growing knowledge of God and of Jesus Christ. The answer to spiritual dryness, doubt, and the pull of false teaching is not more programs or religious activity. It is a deeper, more personal knowledge of the real thing. Topics covered include the meaning of bondservant in the New Testament, what it means to receive faith as a gift, the equality of all believers before God, the deity of Jesus Christ in 2 Peter 1:1, how grace and peace grow through knowledge of God, and what Jesus said to Peter in Luke 22 before the crucifixion. Whether you are new to faith, struggling in your walk with God, or simply looking for a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Jesus, this message from Second Peter offers a grounded and encouraging foundation. You can fall and still finish. Peter is proof of that.

  8. Sep 15

    Let the Church Be the Church // Deja que la iglesia sea la iglesia - Colossians 1:3-5

    What makes a church truly healthy? It is not the size of the building, the quality of the music, or the length of the program. According to Colossians 1:3-5, a thriving church is one where faith, love, and hope are visible to everyone who walks through the door. The Apostle Paul opens his letter to the Colossians with gratitude and prayer, motivated by a report from a man named Epaphras who had traveled over 100 miles to share what he had witnessed in that community of believers. What he described was a church where faith was demonstrated in action, love was genuine and noticeable, and hope in the promises of Jesus was contagious. In this message, we explore what each of these three marks looks like in real life. Faith is never invisible. Hebrews 11 shows us that faith always leads to action, whether it is Abel offering a sacrifice or Abraham stepping out without knowing where he was going. James 2:17 reminds us that faith without works is dead. Our faith shows up in how we speak, how we work, how we treat our families, and how we live every single day. Love is one of the most powerful tools the church has. Jesus said in John 13:35 that all people will know we are His disciples by the love we have for one another. This is not a program or a strategy. It is the natural result of the God of love taking up residence in our hearts. The New Testament is full of one another commands, and when a church lives them out, people notice. Hope is what sets the Christian life apart. The believers in Colossae were talking about what Jesus had promised, about eternal life, about His return, about the kingdom to come. That hope was not wishful thinking. It was grounded in the words of Jesus in John 14, the writings of Paul in Titus, and the vision of John in Revelation. And when the church is alive with that hope, it changes everything. Whether you are exploring what it means to be part of a healthy church, looking for encouragement in your faith, or wanting to grow in love and hope, this message from Colossians 1 offers a clear and practical picture of what the church is called to be.

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Sunnyvale FBC, Broadcast Ministries shares the gospel, hope, and encouragement through weekly radio shows and podcasts. The home of the "After God's Heart" Radio Show & "Life After Sunday" Podcast. The mission is to impact lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ worldwide. Conforming us to His Word and His Heart.

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    Sunnyvale First Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    216
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    Sunnyvale FBC Podcast

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