The Lookout Weekly Podcast

Church of the Lookout

This podcast contains the weekly messages from Church of the Lookout in Longmont, CO. The Lookout is a Spirit-filled, Christian church that is following Jesus into a life of awe-inspiring love.

  1. 3D AGO

    The Fullness Pt. 3 // From Death to Life

    Discover the life-changing truth about spiritual transformation and God's amazing grace in this powerful exploration of Ephesians 2:1-10. Learn what it truly means to be spiritually dead and how God's mercy and grace work together to bring us from death to life. This biblical teaching explains the difference between mercy and grace, reveals why salvation cannot be earned through good works, and shows how we are God's workmanship created for His purposes. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand salvation by grace through faith, the nature of spiritual death and rebirth, or struggling with performance-based Christianity. Key topics include: spiritual death and life, salvation by grace not works, God's mercy versus grace, being seated with Christ, Christian identity and purpose, biblical transformation, and living from God's love rather than trying to earn it. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time, need encouragement as a believer, or have been trying too hard to earn God's approval, this message offers hope and clarity about God's incredible kindness toward us. Understand how God's love for you is as real and complete as His love for Jesus, and discover what it means to be co-raised and co-seated with Christ in heavenly places. This teaching addresses common struggles with religious performance, church attendance as salvation, and the difference between moral improvement and spiritual transformation. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    42 min
  2. FEB 8

    The Starting Point of the Christian Life

    Discover the life-changing truth about your identity in Christ and what it means to be truly blessed by God. This powerful message explores Ephesians chapter 1 and reveals how believers are blessed with every spiritual blessing in heavenly places. Learn why understanding your blessed identity is crucial for overcoming anxiety, comparison, and the constant need for validation. Many people struggle with chronic blessing deficit, constantly seeking approval through performance or achievements. This teaching shows how to break free from that cycle by understanding your complete blessing package in Christ, including being chosen, adopted, redeemed, and sealed by the Holy Spirit. Explore the three biblical components of blessing: seeing others with intentional presence, speaking life-giving words, and giving your life away through acts of love. Discover practical ways to receive God's blessing daily and extend that blessing to others in your family, workplace, and community. This message addresses common struggles with self-worth, identity crisis, spiritual depression, and finding purpose in life. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand their value in God's eyes, overcome insecurity, or learn how to bless others effectively. Topics covered include spiritual identity, biblical blessing, overcoming comparison, finding security in Christ, and practical Christian living. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt or wanting to become a more effective blessing to others, this message provides biblical foundation and practical application for living as a blessed child of God. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    39 min
  3. JAN 25

    Coming Home Pt. 4 // Return to the Mission of God

    Discover what it truly means to live on God's mission in this powerful message about moving from waiting to witnessing. Learn why God's mission has a church, not the other way around, and how you fit into His cosmic story of reconciling the world to His love. This teaching explores Jesus' final instructions to His disciples and reveals the four key elements that happened when the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, providing a blueprint for Christian mission today. Find out why waiting for the Holy Spirit's power is essential before beginning any ministry or outreach, and understand how the early church moved from comfort zones to bold witnessing. Explore the biblical foundation of God's mission from the Garden of Eden through Abraham's calling, the prophets, and Jesus' perfect obedience. Learn practical ways to be a bridge builder in your community, speaking the gospel in language people can understand. Discover your unique calling as a sent one and how God has strategically placed you to reach specific people who may never enter a church building. This message includes actionable steps for identifying and praying for those God has placed in your life, understanding your role in the sending movement of the church, and joining what God is already doing rather than asking Him to bless your own plans. Perfect for Christians seeking to understand their missional calling, church leaders looking to inspire congregational outreach, and anyone wanting to live with greater purpose and intentionality in their faith journey. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    48 min
  4. JAN 18

    Coming Home Pt. 3 // Family of God

    Discover why every human heart carries a deep longing for family and belonging, and how this universal desire reveals God's eternal purpose for our lives. This message explores the biblical foundation of family relationships, spiritual adoption, and the church as God's household.Key topics covered:- Why we all crave belonging and family connection- The difference between community and family relationships- How to handle family brokenness and disappointment- God's master plan from creation to redemption through family- Abraham's calling and God's promise to bless all families- Spiritual adoption and our irrevocable inheritance as God's children- How the church functions as a healthy spiritual family- The dangers of trying to live without family support- Practical benefits of embracing God's family design- God's cosmic purpose displayed through the churchWhether you are struggling with family wounds, feeling isolated, or seeking deeper community connections, this message provides biblical insight into God's design for relationships and belonging. Learn how the church serves as God's eternal family where every member has unique gifts and functions that complement one another.Explore themes of spiritual family, biblical community, God's eternal purpose, adoption into God's family, church relationships, healing from family wounds, and finding your place in God's household. Understand how family is the main storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation.Perfect for anyone seeking to understand their identity as part of God's family, those working through family relationship challenges, church members wanting to deepen community connections, or individuals exploring what it means to belong to something greater than themselves.This biblical teaching reveals how God's plan for family extends beyond biology and culture to encompass His eternal purpose of redemption and restoration for all people. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    1h 2m
  5. JAN 11

    Coming Home Pt. 2 // Returning to God's Presence

    Discover how to overcome spiritual homesickness and find your true identity in God through the powerful lessons from Jesus' baptism and temptation. This message explores the deep spiritual longing many Christians experience and provides practical guidance for establishing spiritual anchors in your daily life.Learn why Jesus needed baptism and how His Father's declaration of love became His spiritual GPS location during times of testing. Understand the purpose of wilderness seasons in spiritual growth and how they prepare us for God's calling on our lives. Discover how Jesus overcame Satan's temptations by quoting Scripture and why memorizing God's word is crucial for spiritual victory.Explore the concept of developing a rule of life, inspired by early desert fathers and mothers who organized their entire existence around practices that kept them anchored in God's presence. With Americans spending an average of 49 hours weekly on screens while relying on minimal spiritual input, this message addresses the urgent need for daily spiritual practices.Key topics covered include: spiritual identity in Christ, overcoming temptation through Scripture, the importance of daily Bible reading and prayer, creating space for God's presence, wilderness seasons and spiritual growth, baptism and spiritual commissioning, memorizing Scripture for spiritual warfare, establishing spiritual anchors and practices, finding belonging in God's love, and organizing life around God's priorities.Whether you're struggling with spiritual dryness, feeling overwhelmed by cultural noise, or seeking deeper intimacy with God, this message provides biblical foundations and practical steps for returning to your spiritual home. Learn how to create sustainable spiritual practices that will anchor you in God's love and help you live from your true identity as His beloved child.Perfect for Christians seeking spiritual growth, those in wilderness seasons, believers wanting to deepen their relationship with God, and anyone feeling spiritually homesick or disconnected from their faith. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    51 min
  6. JAN 4

    Coming Home Pt. 1 // Invitation to Return

    Discover the life-changing message of the prodigal son parable and how it reveals God's incredible love for you. This powerful Bible story shows us how we all wander from God's love in both obvious and subtle ways, searching for security, significance, and belonging in the wrong places. Learn about the two types of spiritual lostness represented by the younger son's rebellion and the older brother's religious distance. Many Christians today struggle with older brother syndrome—doing good things while missing genuine intimacy with God. Explore practical ways to come home to the Father's love through prayer, fasting, and spiritual practices that create holy hunger. This message addresses common struggles like fear of missing out, people-pleasing, performance-based Christianity, and spiritual dryness. Perfect for anyone seeking deeper relationship with God, understanding God's grace, or looking for spiritual renewal in the new year. Topics covered include biblical parables, Christian living, spiritual growth, God's love, repentance, forgiveness, prayer life, fasting, spiritual disciplines, and finding purpose in faith. Whether you're dealing with obvious sin or subtle spiritual distance, discover how the Father is waiting with open arms for your return. Learn to recognize where you might be seeking fulfillment outside God's love and how to develop practices that draw you closer to Him. This encouraging message reminds us that coming home to God is not about earning His favor but simply saying "Father I need You and I want You." This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    53 min
  7. 12/21/2025

    Joy Pt. 3 // Good News for All People

    Discover the transformative power of Christmas joy and learn why it's meant to be shared with others. This message explores the biblical foundation of true joy versus temporary happiness, revealing how Jesus offers us his own divine joy as a gift. Learn practical ways to share joy through gratitude, testimony, and celebration, while also discovering how to receive joy from others even during difficult seasons. Perfect for anyone seeking deeper meaning during the Christmas season, struggling with depression or discouragement, or wanting to understand the difference between happiness and biblical joy. Topics covered include: the angel's announcement to shepherds, Jesus's promise of joy in John 15, the Trinity's perfect joy, sharing testimonies and gratitude, practicing intercessory joy, celebrating others' blessings, Christmas meaning and purpose, biblical joy versus worldly happiness, community and fellowship, spiritual maturity, Romans 12 principles, holiday family gatherings, and creating collective celebration. Whether you're preparing for Christmas gatherings, seeking hope during difficult times, or wanting to grow in spiritual maturity, this message offers biblical wisdom for experiencing and sharing the indestructible joy that comes through Christ. Learn how joy multiplies when shared communally and discover practical applications for your relationships and family dynamics during the holiday season. This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. Visit our website Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram

    30 min

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This podcast contains the weekly messages from Church of the Lookout in Longmont, CO. The Lookout is a Spirit-filled, Christian church that is following Jesus into a life of awe-inspiring love.