Best Orchard Community Church Podcasts (2025)

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Running from God (Jonah flees) 36:23

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Running from God (Jonah flees) Jonah 2 Kings 14:25, Jonah Ch 1 Jonah disregarded God’s call and went his own way. We often choose our own agenda over God’s plan, yet amazingly, God still pursues us with mercy and grace even when we’re disobedient. Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at Info@…

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Unshakeable #7 - Community (Brady Randall) 35:10

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Pastor Brady Randall explores 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 to reveal how authentic Christian community provides essential accountability, encouragement, and divine empowerment that we cannot achieve alone. Discover why isolation leaves us vulnerable and how God's design for genuine fellowship offers the strength and support needed to live an unshakeable …

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Stumbling Blocks to Stepping Stones - Luke Chapter 17 39:21

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Pastor Dave Daye - Sunday, September 14, 2025 Dave is the Senior Pastor at Orchard Community Church Part of the Gospel of Luke Sermon Series Orchard Community Church is located in Rochester, NY. For more info visit http://www.orchardcommunitychurch.com/By Pastor Dave Daye

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Why did this happen to me? #2 - When Answers Don't Satisfy (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 33:05

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Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores Job 4-14, dismantling three myths about suffering: that doing good guarantees good outcomes, that repentance ends all pain, and that understanding precedes trust. Through Job's story, he reveals how the cross of Christ breaks the retributive principle—Jesus received what we deserve so we could receive what He deserved, o…

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Good Fences Make Good Neighbors 17:31

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By Courtney Bond

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Hope Sunday 2025 41:49

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By Rich VanArsdalen

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Get Your Rocks Ready! 33:11

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Get Your Rocks Ready! with guest Preacher Lynn Hutton Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at [email protected] Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190By Orchard Community Church

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Why did this happen to me? #1 - When Your World Falls Apart (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 29:47

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Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores Job 1-3 to address why good people suffer, challenging the simplistic "good deeds = good life" theology and showing that sometimes God allows difficulty for reasons beyond our understanding. This message offers hope for anyone wrestling with the question "Why did this happen to me?" by distinguishing between fleeting opt…

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Our Manner and Mission: Part 2 - What Are We Doing? 34:20

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By Rich VanArsdalen

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But I Have Nothing to Offer (Wrong!) 34:13

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But I Have Nothing to Offer (Wrong!) Job 2:11, James 1:19, 5:16, Romans 12:3-8, Acts 1:8 Pastor Matt Hoyt We sometimes resist our call as “sent” people because we falsely believe that we have nothing to offer, when in reality, we have a lot to offer. Sent God Has a Mission For You! We have a great God who has a mission to reach the people of this w…

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Our Manner and Mission: Part 1 - What Are We Afraid Of? 33:39

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By Rich VanArsdalen

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Where? (Your Frontline) 35:30

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“Where?” (Your Frontline) 1 Corinthians 7:17-24, Colossians 3:23 As “sent” people, God calls us to be a part of His mission by serving Him wherever we are and in whatever we do, on what some have called our “frontline.” Sent God has a Mission for you! We have a great God who has a mission to reach the people of this world and to care for them. The …

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Formative Experiences 17:25

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By Rev. Tripp Gulledge

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Unshakeable #6 - Purpose (Dan Irvin) 34:20

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Join Pastor Dan Irvin as he explores 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 to discover how Jesus Christ is the ultimate Logos—the divine purpose and meaning we're all searching for. Learn how finding your true purpose in Christ transforms ordinary moments into part of God's greater mission, sustaining you through life's challenges. Message Summary & Transcript - h…

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Invest Wisely: Prioritizing the Kingdom of God - Luke Chapter 16 46:09

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Preacher: Pastor Dave Daye Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 Dave is the Senior Pastor at Orchard Community Church Part of the Gospel of Luke sermon series Orchard Community Church is located in Rochester, NY. For more info visit http://www.orchardcommunitychurch.com/By Pastor Dave Daye

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But Why? Part 2 - For You 32:21

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“But Why? Part 2” (For You) Matthew 20:25-28, John 14:15, John 13:15, Matthew 9:36, Ephesians 2:10 As “sent” people, God calls us to be a part of His mission in order to shape and grow our character, faith, and relationship with Him. ______________________________________________________________ Sent God has a Mission for you! We have a great God w…

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Unshakeable #5 - Comfort (Jake Williams) 29:43

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Jake Williams explores 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 to reveal how God's election doctrine shows we're not chosen because we believe, but we believe because we're chosen—a truth that humbles our pride while offering unshakeable comfort. This powerful message challenges our achievement mindset and invites both seekers and believers to rest in God's overwh…

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Give and Take 15:54

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By Courtney Bond

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Be the Tree - Part 3: Broken for the Powerless and Perishing 42:45

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By Rich VanArsdalen

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The Whole Surrender 15:08

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By Rev. Tripp Gulledge

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Unshakeable #4 - Restraint (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 32:08

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Dr. Kurt Bjorklund unpacks 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12 to reveal how we're living in a divine "time of restraint" before ultimate deception is unleashed. Discover why God invites you to join His resistance by living with radically different values, status, and timeline than the world around you. Message Summary & Transcript - https://www.orchardhillchur…

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But Why Part 1 (For Them) - Sent 33:28

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"But Why? Part 1 (For Them)” Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 25:40, 45 As “sent” people, God calls us to be a part of His mission to reach a broken and hurting world full of lost people who are far from Him. Sent God has Mission for you! We have a great God who has a mission to reach the people of this world and to care for them. The Bible itself is the s…

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No Greater Love 36:08

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Preacher: Pastor Collin Westfall Sunday, August 24, 2025 Collin is the Youth Pastor at Orchard Community Church Orchard Community Church is located in Rochester, NY. For more info visit http://www.orchardcommunitychurch.com/By Pastor Collin Westfall

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Be the Tree - Part 2: Being Planted and Productive 38:43

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By Rich VanArs

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“Not Me!” (Yes, You!) 33:15

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“Not Me!” (Yes, You!) Mark 1:17, John 20:21, Ephesians 2:10 As people of faith, we are “sent” people. God has a mission to reach this world, and every one of us is called to be a part of it. Sent God has a Mission for you! We have a great God who has a mission to reach the people of this world and to care for them. The Bible itself is the story of …

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Unshakeable #3 - Future (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 34:58

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In this message from 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals three essential truths about Jesus' second coming that can transform your perspective on current world events and personal struggles. Discover how understanding the "day of the Lord" can give you unshakeable confidence and purposeful direction in an uncertain world. Message Summ…

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A Fire of Change 15:35

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By Rev. Camille May

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Pursuing Contentment 36:54

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Preacher: Steve Matson Sunday, August 17, 2025 Orchard Community Church is located in Rochester, NY. For more info visit http://www.orchardcommunitychurch.com/By Steve Matson

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Sharing - Discipleship 36:06

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“Knowing” Philippians 3:7-11, John 14:7, 1 John 5:11, Mark 1:15 Being a disciple of Jesus means not just knowing about Him, but also knowing and having a personal relationship with Him. Discipleship What it Means to Follow Jesus Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at [email protected] …

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Unshakeable #2 - Justice (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 30:57

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Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores 2 Thessalonians 1:6-12 to reveal how God's unshakeable justice isn't just a future promise but a present calling for believers today. Discover how you can be an instrument of God's justice right now by living worthy of your calling and bringing His glory to your everyday situations. Message Summary and Transcript - https…

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What Happens When We Fail? 38:26

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By Alex Johnston

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Found Faithful - Matthew 24:36-51 and Malachi 1:1-5 37:49

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Preacher: Bill Rutan - Sunday, August 10, 2025 Bill is an elder at Orchard Community Church Orchard Community Church is located in Rochester, NY. For more info visit http://www.orchardcommunitychurch.com/By Bill Rutan

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Merger Sunday 46:32

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Merger Sunday with Mosaic Community Church. Hear from Pastor Rich VanArsdalen and Pastor Darian Troyer along with elders Brian Proctor, Matt Mastroine, and Nick Shrock.By Darian Troyer, Rich VanArsdalen

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The Cost of Following Jesus - Luke Chapter 14 39:52

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Have you ever had to save up for something? Maybe it was a new house, or a car, or just some big purchase that was important to you. The discipline to save money is difficult. Every purchase becomes a decision about what is most important. When we are saving up to buy something we are aware of these constant priority decisions, but the truth is tha…

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The Coming Kingdom - Luke Chapter 13 34:06

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There was a shop my wife and I went to when we were dating that had a "going out of business" sign in front. We went in and looked around. We even bought some things for a great price since they had reduced their prices because they were going out of business. There was a sense of urgency, like we had to take the offer now because soon it would no …

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Hope for the Lost - Luke Chapter 15 45:47

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I think we can all identify with the feeling of having lost something. It can be inconvenient, frustrating, sometimes even scary depending on what was lost. If the thing that was lost is important then we will spend time looking for it and we will be so excited and relieved when we find it. This sermon looks at Luke chapter 15 where Jesus tells thr…

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Unshakeable #1 - Confidence (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 31:39

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In this message from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals how to distinguish between false confidence based on heritage, past decisions, or religious experiences and true unshakable confidence rooted in Christ's worthiness alone. Discover the three biblical evidences of genuine faith that can give you rock-solid assurance in an uncerta…

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Being - Discipleship 31:30

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“Being” Luke 10:38-42, John 14:4, Matthew 6:5-7 Being a disciple of Jesus means seeking to grow spiritually and in our character throughout our lives, becoming more and more like Jesus. Discipleship What it Means to Follow Jesus Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at [email protected] …

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A Gospel Purpose - Titus Chapter 2 36:08

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How clean is your garage and does everything in it have a purpose? Often our garages are just filled with things that have no purpose or maybe had a purpose at some point but no longer does. As things sit in the garage that have no purpose, they collect dust, slowly rust, and get covered in spider webs. Purpose is important, not just for things in …

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Broken Heroes #3 - Solomon: The Trap of Happiness (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 31:46

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In this compelling message from 1 Kings 11:1-8, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals how even good things like career success, relationships, and respect become dangerous traps when they replace God as our ultimate source of satisfaction. Discover how to enjoy life's blessings without being enslaved by them, finding true freedom through worshiping the Creato…

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Doing - Discipleship 33:07

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Doing James 2:14-19, John 15:14, Ephesians 2:10 Being a disciple of Jesus means putting our faith in Him into action and seeking to live it. True faith is manifested in our actions. Discipleship What it Means to Follow Jesus Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at [email protected] Orch…

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Believer, Beware! 15:30

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By Thad Williams

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Broken Heroes #2 - David: The Trap of Sensuality (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 33:23

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Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores David's devastating failure with Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11, revealing how even those "after God's own heart" can fall into the sensuality trap that trades temporary pleasure for lasting consequences. This powerful message shows how God redeems our broken stories and offers practical steps to recognize and overcome the des…

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Knowing - Discipleship 35:48

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Knowing Philippians 3:7-11, John 14:7, 1 John 5:11, Mark 1:15 Being a disciple of Jesus means not just knowing about Him, but also knowing and having a personal relationship with Him. Discipleship What it Means to Follow Jesus Orchard Community Church 8180 Telephone Rd Ventura CA 93004 www.OrchardVentura.org Contact us at [email protected] Or…

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Eat, Drink, and Be Mary 17:02

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By Rev. Tripp Gulledge

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Guest Speaker: Spencer Schwartz - In God I Trust 30:10

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By Spencer Schwartz

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Broken Heroes #1 - Saul: The Trap of Comparison (Dr. Kurt Bjorklund) 30:01

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In this message from 1 Samuel 18:5-12, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund exposes how comparison traps us in jealousy and envy—sins that Scripture warns can separate us from God's kingdom. Discover how embracing what Christ has done for us frees us from the toxic thoughts "they have it better" and "I deserve better," enabling us to receive life with joy and trust …

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Movers and Shakers 15:29

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By Rev. Tripp Gulledge

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The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard - The Parables of Jesus 39:01

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The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard Matthew 20:1-16 Guest Preacher: Josh Matthews Our preacher this morning is Josh Matthews. Josh grew up at Orchard and has preached here many times. He will be filling in for Matt while he is on Sabbatical. However, since Josh serves a church in Garden Grove he will only be with us on a few Sundays. We are …

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In Jesus, There Is Freedom For All (Mike Chilcoat) 39:30

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In this message from John 4:1-45, Mike Chilcoat reveals how Jesus offers the ultimate freedom through "living water" to people from all backgrounds—whether you're respected, like Nicodemus, or broken, like the Samaritan woman. Discover how God's unearned gift of salvation is available to you right now, regardless of your past or present circumstanc…