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. <a href="http://eastlakechurch.com/chula-vista">EastLake Church</a> is for normal people and imperfect families with everyday issues. Sorry, no perfect people allowed.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
EastLake Church Chula Vista
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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. <a href="http://eastlakechurch.com/chula-vista">EastLake Church</a> is for normal people and imperfect families with everyday issues. Sorry, no perfect people allowed.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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June 15, 2026
When Dreams Become Nightmares | James Grogam
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June 8, 2026
A New Future | James Grogan
<p>What gives us hope when life hurts?</p><p>In the final week of our Brand New series, Pastor James Grogan walks through the second half of Romans 8 and reminds us that suffering is real—but it is not the end of the story. Through one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture, we discover how followers of Jesus can live with unstoppable hope and unconquerable love, even in the middle of pain.</p><p>Using the picture of a rope stretching endlessly into eternity, Pastor James challenges us to think beyond the short “green section” of our earthly lives and see our suffering through the perspective of eternity. Romans 8 reminds us that this life is temporary, but the promises of God are eternal.</p><p>This message explores four powerful truths about what it means to live with <strong>A New Future</strong> in Christ:</p><p>• <strong>Suffering is here now, yet I have hope something far better will be.</strong></p><p>Romans 8 points us toward the future restoration of all things. One day God will wipe away every tear, remove every pain, and fully redeem both creation and His people.</p><p>• <strong>In my suffering I have help from God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.</strong></p><p>We are never abandoned in our pain. The Holy Spirit helps us in weakness, Jesus intercedes for us, and the Father remains for us even when life feels heavy and uncertain.</p><p>• <strong>God works for my good, even in suffering, by making me like Christ.</strong></p><p>Romans 8:28 is not a promise that everything is good—but that God can bring good even from painful things by shaping us into the image of Jesus.</p><p>• <strong>My victory in Christ is certain because God’s love never fails.</strong></p><p>Nothing—not suffering, fear, death, failure, hardship, or loss—can separate us from the love of God found in Christ Jesus.</p><p>Pastor James also speaks honestly and compassionately about grief, loss, disappointment, and the reality of suffering in this broken world. This is not a “just move on” message—it’s a reminder that Jesus meets us in our pain and gives us a hope bigger than our circumstances.</p><p>If you are walking through suffering, uncertainty, or discouragement, this message is a reminder:</p><p>The best is still ahead.</p><p>God has not abandoned you.</p><p>And nothing can separate you from His love.</p><p>––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope today. –––––</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 1, 2026
A New Power | James Grogan
<p>What if the Christian life was never meant to be lived in your own strength?</p><p>In week 7 of our Brand New series, Pastor James Grogan walks through the powerful truths of Romans 8—one of the most hope-filled and life-changing chapters in all of Scripture. Often called “The Everest of the New Testament,” Romans 8 reminds us what is now true because of Jesus and what it means to live with the power of the Holy Spirit.</p><p>Pastor James revisits the journey through Romans and shows how Paul has been building toward this incredible reality:</p><p>Because of Jesus, we are no longer condemned, controlled by sin, or separated from God—we are brand new.</p><p>This message unpacks four life-changing truths for every follower of Jesus:</p><p>• <strong>I have a new verdict because I’m in Christ.</strong></p><p>“There is now no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.” Through Jesus, our guilty verdict has been removed and replaced with grace, freedom, and forgiveness.</p><p>• <strong>I have a new mindset because the Spirit is changing me.</strong></p><p>Paul contrasts the mindset of the flesh—self-will, self-glory, self-gratification—with the mindset of the Spirit, which leads to life, peace, humility, and transformation.</p><p>• <strong>I have a new power because the Spirit is in me.</strong></p><p>The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now lives in every believer. We are no longer powerless against sin or temptation because God’s Spirit empowers us to live differently.</p><p>• <strong>I have a new identity because I’m adopted into God’s family.</strong></p><p>God didn’t reluctantly accept us—He chose us, adopted us, and made us His children. Our identity is now rooted in His love, grace, and presence.</p><p>Pastor James reminds us that the Christian life is not about trying harder—it’s about surrendering more fully to the Holy Spirit.</p><p>If you’ve ever struggled with shame, insecurity, temptation, or feeling spiritually stuck, this message is a reminder:</p><p>You are not condemned.</p><p>You are not alone.</p><p>And you are not powerless.</p><p>––––– If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope and freedom today. –––––</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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