Beacon Church Podcast
Beacon Church Podcast
Beacon Church
Sermons from Sunday service: Beacon Church at The Viscardi Center (201 IU Willets Road, Albertson, NY 11507) Join us online or in person every Sunday at 10:30am EST or tune in the following Wednesday to listen to the podcast episode of the sermon!
Our Daily Bread
What does it really mean to pray, "Give us this day our daily bread"? In this message,June explores how this simple line from the Lord's Prayer teaches us to trust God one day at a time, even when life feels uncertain. Looking at Israel in the wilderness, the life of Jesus, and our own struggles with security, success, and the future, we're reminded that God isn't just interested in meeting our needs—He's forming us into people who depend on Him.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & why "daily bread" still matters today07:45 – Israel in the wilderness and God's daily provision16:40 – What the Exodus teaches us about following Jesus30:35 – A simple prayer to practice every dayLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Aug 2
35 min
Forgive Us Our Debts
What does real forgiveness look like,especially when the hurt runs deep? In this message from our Pray Like Jesus series,we explore Jesus' teaching on forgiveness in the Lord's Prayer and discover that forgiveness isn't about excusing what happened or pretending the pain wasn't real.Instead,it's choosing to release others into God's hands because we've first experienced His forgiveness.As we let go of bitterness,we make room for God's healing,protect our hearts from becominghardened,and reflect the grace we've already received through Christ.Timestamps:00:00 – Why forgiveness is central to the Lord's Prayer12:57 – What happens when we refuse to forgive27:26 – What forgiveness is—and what it isn't34:31 – How praying for your enemies transforms your heartLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jul 26
43 min
Our Daily Bread
What does it really mean to pray, "Give us today our daily bread"? In this message from our Pray Like Jesus series, we discover that Jesus isn't simply teaching us to ask God for what we need, but to trust Him one day at a time. Looking at God's provision in the wilderness and Jesus' declaration that He is the Bread of Life, this message reminds us that our deepest need isn't more security, success, or possessions—it's a daily dependence on Christ. As we learn to trust God's provision, we're also invited to become people of generosity, allowing His blessings to flow through us so others can experience His love and care.Timestamps:00:00 – Why Jesus teaches us to pray for daily bread10:22 – Learning daily dependence through God's provision in the wilderness18:57 – Jesus, the true Bread of Life28:15 – From receiving God's provision to becoming a blessing to othersLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jul 19
38 min
Hallowed Be Thy Name
What does it really mean to pray, "Hallowed be Your name"? In this message from our Pray Like Jesus series, we explore how the Lord's Prayer begins by shifting the focus away from ourselves and back to God. Looking at what it means to treat God's name as holy, we're challenged to examine who is really at the center of our hearts and how that shapes the way we pray, live, and represent Jesus to the world. Ultimately, this message reminds us that prayer isn't about performance or saying the right words. It's about reorienting our hearts around the One who is unlike any other and trusting in the finished work of Christ.Timestamps:00:00 – Why prayer isn't about us09:08 – What "Hallowed be Your name" really means18:19 – How God's holiness reshapes our priorities, prayer, and presence41:38 – Jesus, the perfect example of humility and holinessLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jul 12
45 min
Our Father
Prayer isn't about saying the right words. It's about knowing the One you're talking to. In the first message of our Pray Like Jesus series, we explore why Jesus begins the Lord's Prayer with "Our Father" and how understanding God's heart changes the way we approach Him. Whether prayer feels natural or difficult, this message invites you to discover the relationship that prayer was always meant to build.Timestamps:0:00 Introducing the Pray Like Jesus series4:22 Why Jesus teaches us to pray "Our Father"8:18 What we assume when we approach God15:42 Why prayer can feel so difficult28:17 The invitation to approach God with confidenceLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jul 5
35 min
Hope For The World
Real hope isn't found in better circumstances. It's found in Jesus working through His people. As we wrap up our Church 101 series, this message explores God's vision for the local church and why ordinary people, united around His mission, become a source of hope for their neighborhoods, families, and the world.Timestamps:0:00 Building the Beacon update8:40 Why the local church matters13:46 The mission of Beacon Church18:29 God can do immeasurably more29:37 What worship is really aboutLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jun 28
47 min
The Weight of Another
Following Jesus means more than believing the right things. It means learning to carry the weight of others. In this message, we look at the life of Joseph and discover how integrity, doing good in difficult circumstances, and extending forgiveness can become powerful ways God uses us to serve the people around us.Timestamps:0:00 Father's Day and the language of spiritual family3:41 What it means to carry the weight of others11:20 Joseph betrayed by his brothers19:30 Integrity in difficult seasons31:42 The power of forgiveness and reconciliationLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jun 21
38 min
Serving Like Jesus
Serving others sounds simple until life gets busy, painful, or complicated. In this message, we explore how Jesus chose to serve even when He had every reason not to, and what that teaches us about following Him today. Discover why serving isn't just something Christians do, it's one of the primary ways we become more like Jesus.Timestamps:1:29 When shame keeps us from serving5:07 Jesus' final night and the example He set10:35 Why Jesus washed His disciples' feet13:23 What the church is really built on15:56 Building others without burning outLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jun 14
22 min
Surprise Your Neighbor
Sharing your faith doesn’t have to be complicated. In this message, we explore a simple and practical framework for living on mission every day through prayer, listening, hospitality, service, and story. Discover how small acts of faithfulness can open doors for meaningful conversations and help others encounter the hope of Jesus.Timestamps:0:00 The church is a mission, not an attraction6:59 Introducing the BLESS framework15:00 Listen to people’s stories19:47 Why sharing a meal matters32:16 Be ready to share your storyLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
Jun 7
40 min
From Attending Church To Becoming The Church
It’s possible to like the idea of church without fully stepping into the life God calls us to. This message explores what it means to be saved, shaped, and sent, and why following Jesus was never meant to be a spectator sport. Discover how God transforms ordinary people into ambassadors of hope, purpose, and reconciliation in the world around them.Timestamps:0:00 The difference between being interested and being all in4:31 Christianity is not a spectator sport6:18 Saved, shaped, and sent13:22 How God makes all things new16:15 What it means to be Christ’s ambassadorLinks:Connect: https://www.beacon.church/connectSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@beacon_church?sub_confirmation=1Website: https://www.beacon.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beacon.church/
May 31
35 min
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