Heart Check Podcast

Pastor Los
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No gimmicks. No forced hot topics. Just a local church Young Adults Pastor who loves Jesus, God's Word, and people. Welcome to Heart Check Podcast! I'm Pastor Los, and my calling is to disciple the next generation to know Jesus, love Jesus, and follow Jesus. Through biblical, Spirit-filled, vulnerable, and practical teaching, we'll let God's Word—through the power of the Holy Spirit—check our hearts so that together we can fall more in love with the God who created us, loves us, and has purpose for us. Heart Check is a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus.

  1. 3d ago

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | Why Many Disciples Walked Away From Jesus | The Gospel of John 6:60-71

    They saw Him feed 5,000 people. Then He said something they couldn't accept — and they walked away. In John 6:60-71, many of Jesus' disciples hear His teaching and say, "This is very hard to understand. How can anyone accept it?" Jesus doesn't water it down. Instead He asks, "Does this offend you?" Then He turns to the Twelve: "Are you also going to leave?" In this episode, Pastor Los finishes John 6 from the brand-new Heart Check room and digs into: 🔥 Why the gospel is hard to accept, not just hard to understand ❤️ Caring more about people's souls than their feelings 🙌 Why only the Father can draw people to Jesus ⚠️ Fan or follower? What separates the crowd from true disciples ✝️ Peter's answer that changes everything: "Lord, to whom would we go?" So let us ask you: where's your heart at with Jesus right now? Drop it in the comments 👇 If this episode hit your heart, like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a study. New episodes every Thursday. Know Jesus. Love Jesus. Follow Jesus. — Pastor Los, Heart Check Podcast #BibleStudy #GospelOfJohn #HeartCheckPodcast

  2. Oct 22

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | Jesus is The Bread of Life | The Gospel of John (6:22-59)

    What if the very thing you're chasing to satisfy you is keeping you from recognizing the One who can satisfy your soul forever? In this episode of Heart Check Podcast, Pastor Los dives into John 6:22–59, where Jesus makes a powerful declaration: “I am the bread of life.” After feeding thousands with five loaves of bread and two fish, Jesus confronts the crowd's hearts. They were searching for Him because of what He could give them physically, but they were missing the greater gift standing right in front of them: Jesus Himself. And if we're honest, we can do the same thing. We can get so caught up in wanting God to fix our circumstances, answer our prayers, open doors, and give us what we want that we forget the greatest gift He's already given us—His Son, Jesus Christ. We start measuring God's goodness by how comfortable our lives are, and we can even fall into the trap of trying to earn His love through our performance instead of resting in what Christ has already accomplished for us. But Jesus didn't come just to give us temporary satisfaction. He came to give us eternal life. In this Bible study, we're unpacking what it means to believe in Jesus, why our faith must be rooted in who He is rather than what He does, and how the Bread of Life offers a satisfaction that the things of this world never can. We'll also talk about the assurance we have in Christ, the danger of making our faith conditional on our circumstances, and the importance of feeding our spirits with God's Word instead of constantly feeding our flesh with the things of this world. Because sometimes we're so focused on asking God for a crumb that we miss the fullness of what He's offering us. In this episode, we'll talk about: 🍞 Jesus, the Bread of Life: Why Jesus is greater than the temporary things we chase.❤️ Faith over performance: You don't have to earn God's love or work your way into His grace. Salvation is a gift received through faith in Jesus.🙏 Trusting God in every season: Is your faith rooted in who Jesus is, or does it depend on whether life goes your way?✝️ The assurance of salvation: What Jesus teaches about those who come to Him and His promise to raise them up on the last day.📖 Feeding your spirit: Why we prioritize physical needs while sometimes neglecting the spiritual nourishment our souls desperately need.⏳ Learning to wait on God: Trusting His timing instead of trying to make things happen on our own terms. Are you pursuing Jesus for who He is, or just for what you want Him to do for you? Are you trusting Him when life is going well, but questioning His goodness when things don't go your way? Are you feeding your body and satisfying your flesh while neglecting your soul? Jesus is inviting us to stop chasing temporary satisfaction and start feasting on the One who gives eternal life. He is the Bread of Life. He is our firm foundation. And He is worthy of our faith, regardless of our circumstances. So stop trying to control everything. Stop trying to be God. He's much better at being God than we are.  Put your faith in Jesus, feast on His Word, and trust Him with the things you cannot control. If this episode speaks to you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs this reminder. Join the Heart Check community—a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus. New episodes every Thursday at midnight! Let's keep checking our hearts against God's Word and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out. Love y’all! God bless! ❤️

  3. Oct 15

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | Jesus Walks on Water | The Gospel of John (6:16-21)

    What do you do when the winds are blowing, the waves are crashing, and everything around you feels like chaos? 🌊 In this episode of Heart Check Podcast, Pastor Los continues our journey through the Gospel of John and unpacking John 6:16–21, where Jesus' disciples find themselves caught in a violent storm on the Sea of Galilee. But in the middle of the chaos, they see something unbelievable: Jesus walking on the water. This isn't just a story about a miracle. It's a powerful reminder of who Jesus is. The same Jesus who fed the five thousand now demonstrates His authority over the wind, the waves, and all creation. As John continues revealing Jesus' identity, we're reminded that He isn't simply the King we want Him to be—He's the King who came to overcome sin, defeat death, and give eternal life to everyone who puts their faith in Him. Heart Check: Are you more focused on the storm surrounding you or the Savior who has authority over it? Sometimes, Jesus leads us through difficult seasons not simply to get us to our destination, but to grow and mature our faith in Him. When life feels overwhelming and circumstances seem out of control, we can remember that the One who created the waters is the same One who walks on them. You may not understand the storm you're facing right now, but you can trust the One who is with you in the middle of it. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why Jesus' disciples were sent across the Sea of GalileeWhat Jesus walking on water reveals about His divine authorityWhy Jesus is more than the King we want Him to beHow God uses difficult seasons to grow and mature our faithThe difference between focusing on our circumstances and trusting our SaviorWhy we can trust Jesus even when life feels chaotic HEART CHECK QUESTION: What's the storm in your life right now that's tempting you to focus more on your circumstances than on Jesus? Remember: The winds may be blowing, the waves may be crashing, and life may feel out of control—but Jesus is still Lord over it all. Keep your eyes on Him, trust His authority, and remember that you are not alone. If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who needs the reminder today! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join the Heart Check community—a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus. Let's keep checking our hearts against God's Word and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out. Love y’all!

  4. Oct 8

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | Jesus Feeds Five Thousand | The Gospel of John (6:1-15)

    What do you do when you look at your circumstances and realize, “I don’t have enough”? In John 6:1–15, Jesus feeds more than 5,000 people with just five barley loaves and two fish. But this miracle is about so much more than Jesus providing food—it’s about learning to trust who Jesus is when what we have feels completely insufficient. Philip looked at the crowd and saw what they couldn’t do. Andrew looked at five loaves and two fish and saw what they didn’t have. But Jesus already knew what He was going to do. Maybe you’ve been saying, “I can’t.” “We don’t have enough.” “There’s no way this can work.” And maybe Jesus is reminding you today: You can’t—but He can. In this episode, we talk about trusting Jesus as our provider, learning to see beyond our temporary circumstances, being spiritually filled by Christ—the Bread of Life—and remembering that nothing is wasted in God’s hands. Your pain, your brokenness, your failures, your struggles, and even the things you wish you could take back can be surrendered to Jesus. He can take what looks insignificant and use it for His glory. Jesus doesn’t just give us enough to survive. He fills us, and His goodness overflows. So wherever you are today, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus. Bring Him what you have—even if it feels like five loaves and two fish—and trust Him with what only He can do. Are you looking at what you can’t do—or are you trusting in what Jesus can do? Welcome to the Heart Check community—a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus. If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that Jesus is enough.

  5. Oct 1

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | The Gospel of John (5:31-47)

    What if you can know the Bible… and still not know God? In John 5:31–47, Jesus confronts religious leaders who searched the Scriptures, studied God’s Word, and knew the text—but completely missed the Person the Scriptures were pointing to: Jesus. In this episode, Pastor Los unpacks the three witnesses Jesus gives to testify about who He is: John the Baptist, Jesus’ own teachings and miracles, and God the Father Himself. But Jesus takes it even deeper when He says, “You search the Scriptures because you think they give you eternal life. But the Scriptures point to me!” This is a heart check for all of us. Are we coming to God’s Word with a humble heart that is willing to be changed and transformed? Or are we searching Scripture simply to prove our opinions, defend our positions, or find arguments for what we already believe? Because there’s a difference between knowing the Word of God and knowing the God of the Word. In this episode, Pastor Los challenges us to stop simply searching the Scriptures—and allow the Scriptures to search us. Are you reading God’s Word to know Him—or just to support what you already believe? My prayer is that we would come to Scripture with humble hearts, allowing God’s Word to correct us, convict us, transform us, and make us more like Jesus. Let’s search the Word so we can know the God of the Word. If this episode speaks to you, make sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs this reminder.

  6. Sep 24

    Maybe Desperation Isn’t Your Problem—What You’re Reaching For Is | Mark 5

    Are you desperate for Jesus—or are you just around Him? In Mark 5, we meet a woman who had been suffering for 12 years. She had spent everything she had searching for healing, but nothing worked. Then she heard about Jesus. In the middle of a crowd, she fought her way through just to touch His robe, believing that if she could only reach Jesus, everything could change. But there’s a deeper question in this story: Are we actually reaching for Jesus, or are we just part of the crowd? In this episode, Pastor Los shares a vulnerable part of his own story of walking through deep grief, desperation, and loss—and realizing that in his pain, he was reaching for things that could never give him what only Jesus could. Sometimes desperation isn't the worst place to be. Sometimes it's the place where we finally realize how badly we need Jesus. Maybe you've been holding onto bitterness, grief, sin, control, temporary pleasures, or something else that's keeping you from reaching for Him. Maybe you've been around Jesus for a long time, but you've never truly surrendered to Him. This is your heart check: Are you a spectator of Jesus, or are you reaching for Jesus? Because the robe didn't heal the woman. Her faith in the One wearing the robe did. If you're hurting, searching, or feeling desperate right now, press play and listen to this episode all the way through. Let this message challenge you to identify what you've been reaching for instead of Jesus—and take a moment to surrender it to Him. Then share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that Jesus is still worth reaching for. You never know who might be walking through a season of desperation and needs to hear this message today.

  7. Sep 17

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | The Gospel of John (5:16-30)

    Who is Jesus really? A prophet? A teacher? The Messiah? Or is He God in the flesh? In this episode of Heart Check Podcast, Pastor Los continues through the Gospel of John and teaches through John 5:16–30, where Jesus makes some powerful statements about His relationship with God the Father. When the religious leaders confront Jesus for healing on the Sabbath, Jesus tells them: “My Father is always working, and so am I.” — John 5:17 (NLT) That statement wasn't just controversial—it was a direct claim about who Jesus is. Jesus goes on to speak about His authority to give life, His authority to judge, His unity with the Father, and the honor He deserves. In this episode, we’ll unpack what Scripture teaches about Jesus being fully God and fully human, His willingness to submit to the Father's will, and why knowing who Jesus truly is isn't just a theological debate—it is foundational to our faith. Pastor Los also connects John 5 to Philippians 2, Colossians 1, Hebrews 1, Genesis 15, and other passages to show the bigger story of God's plan to redeem humanity through Jesus.  Jesus is the giver of life.Jesus is the sustainer of life.Jesus is the judge.Jesus is the truth.Jesus is the way.Jesus is the life. And one day, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. This episode is a reminder to check our hearts against God's Word—not against what culture says, not against what people in the comments say, but against the truth revealed in Scripture. Heart Check Questions: Do I truly know who Jesus is?Is my view of Jesus based on Scripture or what I've been told?Am I fully trusting in Jesus as Lord?Am I willing to submit my life to the Father's will like Jesus modeled for us? Jesus is not just part of the Gospel message—He is the message. Subscribe to Heart Check Podcast and join the community as we seek to know Jesus, love Jesus, and follow Jesus.

  8. Sep 10

    Bible Study with Pastor Los | The Gospel of John (5:1-15)

    What if Jesus looked directly at the place where you’ve been stuck and asked you a simple question: “Would you like to get well?” In Episode 35 of Heart Check Podcast, Pastor Los continues through the Gospel of John and dives into one of Jesus’ most powerful miracles—healing a man who had been sick for 38 years at the Pool of Bethesda. But this story is about so much more than physical healing. Jesus speaks directly to the heart of this man—and to ours. Sometimes we become so comfortable in our sin, our pain, our insecurity, or our old way of living that we begin to make excuses for why we can’t change. We keep looking toward the “pool” for our healing when Jesus, the Great Physician, is standing right in front of us. Pastor Los challenges us to ask: What are the “mats” we’ve left behind? What old habits, sins, relationships, coping mechanisms, or worldly things are we still holding onto—even after Jesus has changed our lives? Jesus doesn’t just call us to be healed. He calls us to walk differently because we’ve been healed. In this episode, we talk about: Why Jesus asks, “Would you like to get well?”How excuses can keep us stuck in sinWhat it means to pick up your mat and walkLeaving behind the things we once depended onThe difference between religion and knowing the heart of GodWhy faith requires actionWhat it looks like to actually live transformed by JesusHow to stay rooted in Christ so we don't drift back to who we used to be If Jesus has healed you, restored you, and saved you, don’t keep living like you’re still sick. Pick up your mat.Leave the old life behind.Fix your eyes on Jesus.And walk. Heart Check is a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus ❤️✔️ 🎙️New episodes every Thursday🎙️

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No gimmicks. No forced hot topics. Just a local church Young Adults Pastor who loves Jesus, God's Word, and people. Welcome to Heart Check Podcast! I'm Pastor Los, and my calling is to disciple the next generation to know Jesus, love Jesus, and follow Jesus. Through biblical, Spirit-filled, vulnerable, and practical teaching, we'll let God's Word—through the power of the Holy Spirit—check our hearts so that together we can fall more in love with the God who created us, loves us, and has purpose for us. Heart Check is a place to belong, be known, and become more like Jesus.

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  • Creator
    Pastor Los
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Pastor Los
  • Show Website
    Heart Check Podcast