EastLake Church Chula Vista

EastLake Church

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Casual Atmosphere – Serious Faith – No Weird Stuff. If your life is as perfect as Ken and Barbie’s, then we’re probably not the church for you. EastLake Church is for normal people and imperfect families with everyday issues. Sorry, no perfect people allowed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3D AGO

What Are You Seeking? | James Grogan

What are you really looking for in life? In Week 1 of our new series Questions Jesus Asked, Pastor James Grogan explores one of the very first questions Jesus asked His followers: “What are you seeking?” (John 1:38). Throughout the Gospels, Jesus asked powerful questions—not because He didn’t know the answers, but because His questions reveal what’s happening in our hearts. In this message, we discover how the questions Jesus asked help us reflect on our desires, identity, decisions, obedience, surrender, and hope. These questions invite us to move beyond surface-level faith and examine what we truly want and where we’re searching for it. In this message, we explore: The Different Types of Questions Jesus AskedFactual questions, interpretive questions, and deeper evaluative questions that reveal the condition of our hearts.The Question That Starts It All: “What Are You Seeking?”Jesus invites us to identify the desires that are shaping our lives.How to Recognize What You’re Really PursuingYour time, money, conversations, and attention often reveal what your heart is seeking.Why What You’re Searching For Is Actually Searching For YouJesus invites us not just to answers, but into relationship.The Invitation of Jesus: “Come and See”Jesus doesn’t just give explanations—He gives invitations to experience life with Him.Like the treasure hidden in a field or a pearl of great value, the kingdom of God is worth everything. When we discover Jesus for who He truly is, it reshapes what we seek and what we value most. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone searching for purpose or direction. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people everywhere, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
MAR 2

Uncomplicate Hearing God’s Voice | James Grogan

Have you ever felt like God was silent? Like your prayers were one-sided or you couldn’t figure out His direction for your life? In Week 5 of Uncomplicate It, Pastor James Grogan tackles one of the most discouraging spiritual roadblocks: the silence of God. Many people assume something is wrong with their faith when they can’t clearly “hear” God—but Jesus actually taught that His followers can know His voice and walk with Him. This message helps us move from frustration and confusion to confidence in how God leads us. In this message, we unpack: What God’s Voice Is NOTIt’s not just a feeling, not random mystical signs, and not a rigid blueprint for your life.What God’s Voice ISA relationship of staying close to Jesus—like sheep following a shepherd or branches abiding in a vine.Why God’s Will Is More Like a Game Plan Than a BlueprintGod often gives freedom to choose within His boundaries, guiding us through relationship rather than fear of “missing it.”Practical Ways to Discern God’s DirectionFollow what God has already made clear in Scripture.Listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance.Ask: Does this sound like Jesus?Seek wise counsel from trusted believers.The Shortcut Through SilenceInstead of constantly trying to hear God, arrange your life to regularly be with God—through His Word, prayer, and community. Clarity grows out of closeness.When we focus on being with God, we begin to recognize His voice, trust His leadership, and walk forward with peace. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone navigating uncertainty or waiting on God’s direction. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people everywhere, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
FEB 23

Uncomplicate Time with God | Hosanna Wong

Why does spending time with God feel so hard when we want it to feel natural? In Week 4 of Uncomplicate It, Hosanna Wong addresses one of the most common roadblocks to faith: distraction. Many of us sit down to pray only to find our minds racing, our phones buzzing, and our attention pulled in a dozen directions. But what if distraction isn’t the end of connection with God… what if it’s an invitation? In this message, we discover how Jesus’ words in John 15 call us to abide—to remain connected to Him in a relationship that is intimate, organic, and lived out in real life, not in a perfectly quiet moment. In this message, we unpack: Why Distraction Doesn’t Disqualify You (God meets you right where your mind wanders.)How to Invite God Into Your Real Life, Not Escape It (You don’t have to start over—start from where you are.)The Role of Structure (Like a trellis supports a vine, simple rhythms can help support your connection to Jesus.)The Freedom of Searching and Surrendering (Some seasons need consistency, others flexibility—but both can lead to flourishing.)Letting Go of What Weighs Us Down (Pruning isn’t about producing more fruit, but better fruit.)You don’t need the perfect plan, the perfect focus, or the perfect schedule to be close to God. You just need to stay connected to the Source. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who feels distracted or disconnected in their faith. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people everywhere, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

37 min
FEB 15

Uncomplicate Shame | James Grogan

Shame has a way of making us feel like we need to hide from God. But what if the very places we want to conceal are the places Jesus wants to meet us most? In Week 3 of Uncomplicate It, Pastor James Grogan walks through the powerful story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4 — a moment where Jesus steps directly into someone’s shame, not to condemn her, but to heal her and change her future. This message reminds us that the barriers we believe disqualify us from God are often the very places where His grace is most at work. In this message, we explore: • The Roadblocks Shame Creates (Feeling like we’re the wrong person, in the wrong place, with too messy a past) • Jesus’ Invitation to Living Water (A relationship with God that isn’t based on performance or perfection) • Why We Don’t Have to Hide (Jesus meets us fully knowing our story and still offers grace) • How Healing Happens in the Light (Confession, prayer, and community open the door to freedom) Just like the Samaritan woman, when we allow Jesus to meet us in our shame, it not only changes us — it becomes a testimony that can change others too. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs to be reminded they don’t have to hide. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people around the world, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
FEB 9

Uncomplicate Busyness | Hosanna Wong

What if your busiest season isn’t a barrier to God — but actually your shortcut to Him? In Week 2 of Uncomplicate It, Hosanna Wong tackles one of the most common roadblocks to connecting with God: busyness. Many of us feel like we need a different season of life before we can truly experience God — less chaos, more margin, fewer responsibilities. But what if God wants to meet you right in the middle of your real life? Grounded in Jesus’ words in John 15 about the vine and the branches, this message invites us to stop separating our “God life” from our “real life.” Instead, we’re encouraged to learn how to remain connected to Jesus in the very season we’re in — even when that season feels full, exhausting, or overwhelming. In this message, you’ll explore: The Roadblock of Busyness (Why we feel like we don’t have “enough time” for God)Your Season Is Your Shortcut (God meets you where you actually are, not where you wish you were)Bringing God Into Your Real Life (Loving God by obeying Him and loving people in your everyday rhythms)Your Specifics Are Your Shortcut (God wired you uniquely — your personality, season, and details matter)Through Scripture, personal stories, and seven different ways people are wired to worship, this message shows that connecting with God doesn’t require a different life — just a different perspective in the one you’re already living. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who feels overwhelmed or spiritually stuck. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people around the world, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

33 min
FEB 2

Uncomplicate Your Faith | Hosanna Wong

Connecting with God can feel complicated. Many of us carry an unspoken picture of what a “perfect” Christ-follower looks like, and when our real lives don’t match that image, we’re left feeling behind, discouraged, or disconnected. In Week 1 of our new series, Uncomplicate It, Hosanna Wong invites us to name the roadblocks that often stand between us and God and discover how Jesus came to remove them. Through Scripture, stories, and real conversations with people around the world, we’re reminded that faith was never meant to be rigid, exhausting, or performative. In this message, we explore: The Most Common Roadblocks to God (Busyness, distractions, grief, shame, silence, and expectations)The Simple Invitation of Jesus (A real relationship, not religious striving)What It Means to “Remain” in Christ (Living connected to Jesus in the middle of real life)Why God Calls Us to Be Whole, Not Perfect (Releasing expectations that don’t come from Him)Jesus didn’t come to add more pressure or perfectionism to our lives. He came to uncomplicate faith and invite us into an intimate, life-giving relationship with Him. This message sets the foundation for a series that helps us move from striving to flourishing. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who feels spiritually stuck or overwhelmed. ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people around the world, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 min
JAN 26

Pray For Our City | James Grogan

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37 min
JAN 19

Pray For Our Church | James Grogan

What happens when a church dares to pray bold prayers together? In Week 3 of our Pray First series, James Grogan invites us to pray intentionally for our church and believe God for renewal, miracles, and transformation. Beginning with the powerful story of Honi the Circle Maker, we’re reminded that bold, persistent prayer has always been a catalyst for God’s movement among His people. From there, we look to Acts 2 and the example of the first church to discover what we should still be praying for today. In this message, we’re challenged to pray that our church would: Keep Scripture and Prayer the Priority (Staying focused on what matters most)Believe God for Miracles (Asking boldly while trusting God’s goodness and sovereignty)Love and Serve One Another Well (Sharing burdens and living as true community)Worship Faithfully and Stay Connected (Not treating God like a lifeboat, but a way of life)Help More People Find and Follow Jesus (Believing our best days are still ahead)As we pray for our church, we’re invited to “draw circles” around our city, our neighbors, and the people we love, trusting God to move in ways only He can. The prayers of the past built what we experience today, and God is still answering bold prayers for what’s next. ––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who loves the church! ––––– – To support this ministry and help us continue reaching people around the world, click here: https://eastlake.church/give Subscribe for more messages of faith, hope, and love for your everyday life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

34 min

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2 Ratings

Casual Atmosphere – Serious Faith – No Weird Stuff. If your life is as perfect as Ken and Barbie’s, then we’re probably not the church for you. EastLake Church is for normal people and imperfect families with everyday issues. Sorry, no perfect people allowed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creator

EastLake Church
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

103
Rating

Clean
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