Best Sharonmiller Podcasts (2026)

In this final week of our Scripture Practice series, Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks the often-overlooked discipline of memorization. Discover how Scripture becomes both wisdom for daily decisions and a weapon for spiritual battle, and learn practical ways to move God's Word from short-term memory into long-term transformation. This message will help …

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Rediscovering the Beauty of God's Word 33:24

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Pastor Alex Regalado teaches on what it truly means to "study" Scripture—moving beyond pressure, misconceptions, and performance to rediscover the beauty of God's unfolding story. This message encourages us to approach the Bible with freedom and delight, learning to hear God's voice in a way that is both accessible and transformative.…

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Beyond the Lines: Meditating on Scripture 24:31

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In this message, Pastor Abbie Thomas explores how reading the Bible is more than an intellectual exercise—it's a spiritual practice that shapes and transforms us. Drawing from Isaiah 40, she teaches how meditating on Scripture helps us come honestly before God, remember His faithfulness, and be renewed by His presence.…

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Why We Believe the Bible is Trustworthy 35:03

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In this message, Pastor Sharon Miller kicks off a new teaching series on the spiritual practice of Scripture. She unpacks how the Bible came to be, why it's both historically reliable and spiritually authoritative, and how Jesus himself viewed and lived by it. Discover why the Word of God is not just informative, but the very breath of God.…

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Prepare, Pt. 5 - Building The Future 31:13

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In the final week of The Prepare Series, Pastor Sharon Miller invites us to consider what makes our offerings truly acceptable to God. Drawing from the story of Solomon's temple, we're reminded that what God desires most is not our resources, but our trust—and that whatever we give in faith, He will set ablaze to shine His light through us.…

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Prepare, Pt. 4 - Strengthening The Foundation 32:16

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In Week 4 of The Prepare Series, Pastor Ike Miller reminds us that the Lord Himself provides the foundation for all we build. Looking at Solomon's construction of the Temple on Mount Moriah, we're invited to see that what we're preparing is not ultimately about us—but about Jesus, our true and unshakable foundation.…

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Prepare, Pt. 3 - Who Prepares? 28:55

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In Who Prepares?, Pastor Sharon Miller explores how God calls the entire community to take part in His work. Drawing from 1 Chronicles, she shows that preparing for God's house was about shared burden, diverse gifts, and united devotion. As we join together in The Prepare Initiative, we're reminded that what we build reflects who we are and the God…

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Prepare, Pt. 2 - Why Prepare? 34:16

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In Week 2 of Prepare, Pastor Ike Miller invites us to consider why we prepare. Looking at David's heart in 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles, we see that true preparation flows from worship, reliance, and a desire for God to work through us.

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Prepare, Pt. 1 - What is The Prepare Initiative? 39:39

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In this kickoff message, Pastors Ike and Sharon Miller introduce The Prepare Initiative—a two-year journey of faith and generosity. Together, they share the vision for how our church will prepare for the future God is calling us into and invite us all to be part of this step of faith.

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The God Who Knows You 28:28

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In this final message from our series in the Gospel of John, Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Jesus. Through this moment, we see that Jesus came not only to redeem the world but also to call each of us by name. Discover the God who loves you personally, intimately, and completely.…

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The Traumatization of Christ 28:06

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In this message, Pastor Ike Miller explores the deep reality of the cross as both an act of horrific violence and the means of our salvation. Drawing on scripture and theology, he shows how Jesus' traumatization confronts the gravity of sin, while also revealing God's healing power. This sermon invites us to wrestle honestly with suffering and disc…

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What Is Truth? 28:26

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In a world full of competing voices and shifting perspectives, what does it mean to know and live by the truth? In this message, Pastor Ike Miller walks through John 18, showing how truth is not just knowledge or action, but ultimately a person. Discover how Pilate's question, "What is truth?", still challenges us today.…

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Jesus Is the Way, the Truth, and the Life 30:30

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In this message, Pastor Abbie Thomas unpacks Jesus' powerful words in John 14:6: "I am the way, the truth, and the life." Discover how following Jesus isn't about perfect directions or distant destinations, but about trusting in a present and good Father who never leaves us. Join us as we celebrate Baptism Sunday and the life found only in Christ.…

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Let Jesus Wash Your Feet 31:54

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In John 13, Jesus kneels to wash His disciples' feet, revealing the depth of His love and the freedom He came to bring. In this message, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks how Jesus covers our shame, cleanses us, and sets us free.

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Following Jesus in a Culture of Image Management 33:01

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What does it really mean to follow Jesus in a world obsessed with image, status, and performance? In this message, Pastor Sharon Miller looks at Mary's bold and costly act of devotion in John 12 and shows how her love, humility, and sacrifice reveal the true heart of discipleship. Discover what it looks like to move beyond image management and live…

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What Do We Do With Miracles? 38:08

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What do we do with miracles, especially when they seem random, unpredictable, or absent in our own lives? In this message, Pastor Sharon Miller looks at the story of Lazarus in John 11 to explore how miracles fit into God's bigger mission and why they always point us back to the Miracle Worker Himself. Discover how God's presence is our greatest ho…

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Will You Let Jesus Change Your Life? 30:07

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In this message, Pastor Ike Miller explores the powerful moment in John 9 when Jesus heals a man born blind–not just physically, but spiritually. Through this story, we're challenged to consider what "billboard" our lives are projecting and whether we'll allow Jesus to rewrite our story with new vision and purpose. Will you let Jesus change your li…

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Jesus and The Festival of Shelters 31:07

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Why did the religious leaders want Jesus dead? In this message, Pastor Alex unpacks the deeper confrontation between Jesus and the kingdom of darkness and shows how Jesus still brings light into our lives today.

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When You Don't Have Much to Offer 31:37

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What do you do when it feels like you have nothing worth giving? In this message from John 6, Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks the miracle of the loaves and fishes to reveal the heart of a God who is already enough, who multiplies what we offer, and who remains the same yesterday, today, and forever. Discover how even the smallest act of trust can invi…

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How Jesus Affirms Our Infinite Worth 22:40

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What gives us our worth and who has the power to define it? In this message, Pastor Ike Miller looks at Jesus' encounter with the man at the pool of Bethesda to show how Christ affirms our infinite value. Discover how being seen, respected, and invited into healing reveals the heart of God toward each of us.…

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3 Keys to Growing Your Faith 32:17

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What does it really mean to grow in your faith? In this message, Pastor Sharon Miller shares three biblical keys to spiritual formation. Learn how practices like prayer, study, fellowship, and service shape us into the likeness of Christ.

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How Jesus Meets Us 30:33

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In this message, Pastor Ike Miller walks through Jesus' late-night encounter with Nicodemus to show how Christ meets us exactly where–and how–we need him. From seeker to supporter, Nicodemus's journey reveals that receiving Jesus means starting life anew and trusting his love, even when it's hard to understand.…

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Extravagant Encounters with Jesus 30:20

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Guest speaker Chad Wenger explores how encounters with Jesus inspire extravagant trust, value, and belief. Through the stories of Mary, the servants at Cana, and the disciples, we see how Jesus reveals His glory in deeply personal ways. These moments are written so that we may believe that He is the Messiah and find life in His name.…

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Who does John say Jesus is? 36:38

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Who does John say Jesus is? In this message, Pastor Ike Miller walks through John 1 to reveal Jesus as the Word, the Life, the Light, the Lamb of God, and the very presence of God dwelling with us. Discover how John's Gospel invites us to see and know the true nature of God through Jesus.

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The Relationship Superpower 29:24

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In the final message of our Pain Points series, Pastor Ike Miller explores how emotional and spiritual maturity go hand in hand. Through Jesus' vulnerability in John 20, we discover that healing relationships requires compassion, courage, and the willingness to be emotionally honest—with ourselves, with others, and with God.…

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How To Speak Truth To Lies 36:04

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What if the lies the Enemy tells us aren't even about us at all? This week, Pastor Sharon unpacks how the narratives that negatively affect us aren't lies about us, but lies about God's character - and the ways we can combat them.

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God Does Not Waste Your Suffering 35:06

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What do we do when we find ourselves in a barren season - a time of grief, sorrow, and pain? In our Mother's Day sermon, guest speaker Molly Stillman explores how to plant our sorrows with God - and the way he can give beauty for ashes.

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The Power of Humility 32:08

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In our second week of the series "Pain Points," Pastor Ike explores how biblical humility - complete and utter self-reliance on God - can be our path to true freedom.

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What is your Pain Pointing to? 33:39

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How do the narratives we tell ourselves influence our current behaviors? This week, Pastor Ike Miller launched our new sermon series, "Pain Points." This four-week series will explore how pain—past wounds, fears, and false beliefs—can quietly shape our lives and relationships.

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Easter Sunday 2025 38:07

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What if Jesus' death wasn't the end, but the beginning of something unstoppable? In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks how the cross became the seed that reshaped the world—launching hospitals, human rights, and a revolution of love. What looked like defeat on the cross was actually the planting of a Kingdom that continues t…

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How does Jesus Confront an Empire? 31:00

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On Palm Sunday, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks how Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem was a bold, subversive confrontation of empire—not through force, but through humility and peace. In this message, we explore how trust in God, not control, leads to true peace and how Jesus models a kingdom power unlike any the world has known.…

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The Power of Prayer 29:43

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Prayer is essential to sharing the Gospel—because evangelism isn't about our ability, but God's power. In this message, Pastor Abbie Thomas explores the vital connection between prayer and evangelism and how it shapes our faith, trust, and obedience to God.

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Engaging People the Jesus Way 33:11

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Jesus had a way of engaging people that was deeply personal, intentional, and transformative. In this message, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well, showing us how He was fully present, spoke to her pain, and created space for her questions. Join us as we learn how to engage others the way Jesus did—with l…

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As The Father Sent Him... 37:56

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Join Pastor Alex Regalado as he kicks off our new series, Sent, exploring what it truly means to live on mission for God. Through personal stories and the Gospel of John, this message challenges us to embrace our calling as sent individuals, not out of obligation, but out of love for our neighbors and for God's glory. Don't miss this powerful start…

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When Religion Becomes Hollow 32:35

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Are we holding on to something that keeps us from fully following Jesus? In Matthew 19:16-23, a rich young ruler walks away sorrowful because he wasn't willing to give up what he treasured most. This message challenges us to examine our hearts, break free from a shallow gospel, and recognize that true life is found in surrendering everything to Chr…

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How to Steward What God Gave You 35:10

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Everything we have—our money, time, education, and opportunities—was given to us by God, not to own, but to steward. In this sermon, Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks the Parable of the Ten Minas, showing how Jesus calls us to be faithful managers of what He has entrusted to us. Discover what it means to live with a stewardship mindset and use what you'…

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How to Know When You Have Enough 19:52

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Greed keeps us chasing more, but true contentment sets us free. In this message, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks Jesus' warning about the deceitfulness of wealth and the false promises it makes. Discover what it means to be "rich toward God" and find lasting security beyond material possessions.

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The Illusion of More 32:33

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In this sermon, Pastor Sharon Miller challenges us to rethink the promises of money and possessions. Just like children who believe the next toy will bring lasting joy, we often fall into the same trap—thinking that more will finally satisfy us. As we begin our series on the spiritual discipline of generosity, we'll explore how giving shapes our fa…

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How to Handle Criticism 32:41

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Nobody loves being criticized, but what if we could handle it in a healthier way? In this sermon, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks how to handle criticism wisely—shifting our self-worth to God's truth, finding the kernel of wisdom in feedback, and responding relationally rather than reactively. Discover practical, biblical life hacks to navigate tough con…

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How to be Honest with Yourself 25:43

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How do we cultivate honesty with ourselves in a world that encourages self-deception? In this message, Pastor Abbie Thomas unpacks biblical wisdom on self-awareness, accountability, and humility before God. Through Proverbs and Genesis 3, we explore how listening to wise counsel, surrounding ourselves with truth, and humbling ourselves before God c…

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How To Build Self-Control 26:42

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Self-control isn't just about resisting temptation—it's about seeing the full story of our choices. In this message, Pastor Ike Miller unpacks Proverbs 25:28 and Proverbs 7 to reveal how self-control protects us from the deception of short-term thinking. When we pause to consider the long-term impact of our decisions, we gain the wisdom to choose w…

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How To Make Better Decisions 28:33

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Did you know that Proverbs is full of practical wisdom for everyday life? Listen as Pastor Sharon Miller unpacks what it means to make better decisions. In this message, you'll learn three key insights about the Book of Proverbs.

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Vision Sunday 34:20

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Listen to Pastor Sharon Miller as she shares Bright City's vision for 2025. In this message, she outlines three key goals—serving, giving, and inviting—that everyone is encouraged to participate in.

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Merry Christmas! 26:38

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Come and celebrate Christmas at Bright City Church! Listen to this week's message by Pastors Ike and Sharon Miller with some fun Christmas trivia and a message on the story of Christmas.

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Joy 32:31

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Come and celebrate Advent at Bright City Church! Each week, we'll observe the different themes of Advent in preparation for Christmas. Listen to this week's sermon with Pastor Sharon Miller as she introduces the third theme of Advent: Joy.

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Peace 22:44

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Come and celebrate Advent at Bright City Church! Each week, we'll observe the different themes of Advent in preparation for Christmas. Listen to this week's sermon with Pastor Abbie Thomas as she introduces the second theme of Advent: Peace.