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The Daily Cut

by Park Community Church

Every time a pastor prepares a sermon, there’s material that influences, shapes, and informs, but gets cut from the final preach. That's why we, Park Community Church, started The Pastor's Cut. We want to give YOU a chance to go behind the scenes and access the content that informs the teaching at Park each week. If you're wanting to grow in your understanding of and fascination with the Bible, you've come to the right place.

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Episodes

  1. #162 Dealing with Doubt

    Acts 16 Restoring our evangelistic impulse, stepping into the power of God, and dealing with doubt are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Josh Laxton, Center Region teaching pastor. A podcast of Park Community Church in Chicago.

  2. #161 Hearing His Voice

    Acts 16:1-10 Moving to live closer to your church, discerning God's direction for our lives, and the role of obedience in discerning the voice of the Holy Spirit are just a few of the things discussed on this episode with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of Park Near North. A podcast of Park...

  3. #160 Stories of God's Faithfulness

    Acts 15:1-35 Stories of God's faithfulness from Park's past, the ability to disagree, and why John Mark deserts the First Missionary Journey are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Jackson Crum, former lead pastor and current member of Park's Global Team. A podcast of Park...

  4. #159 Longings that Shape the Legends

    Acts 14:8-28 Legends that shape us, the poet Ovid, and a rhythms and practices of prayer are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, pastor of Sabkah Sahaara and Park's Rogers Park Network. "On Fairy Stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien | Link:...

  5. #158 How big is your God?

    Acts 13:13-14:7 Evidences of God's grace, an openness towards counseling, and helpful practices on social media are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, pastor of Park Forest Glen. "Questions Before I Post?" by Dan Osborn | Link:...

  6. #157 Judgment, Deliverance, and Generosity in Acts 12

    Where is the gospel in Scripture? Peter's surreal deliverance from prison, Antioch's unexpected response in the face of famine, and what a growing understanding of the gospel looks like are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Megan and Trevor Lovell, associate pastor of Park...

  7. #156 Why Work Matters

    Is my work less meaningful if it's not in ministry? The Gentile Pentecost, the Apostle Peter's growth in understanding the gospel, and a listener question on work are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Noah Chung, associate pastor of church planting in Park's Near South Region.

  8. #155 Moments to Remember

    How did you become a follower of Jesus? Understanding our conversion stories, when God repeats someone's name, and a listener question on baptism are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, pastor of Park South Loop.

  9. #154 Does God Have a Say?

    Pressing pause to consider our lives, what makes our lives remarkable, and beginning to read the Bible with others are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, a pastor at Sabka Sahaara, our church on Devon.

  10. #153 God's Surprising Activity

    God's surprising activity, in the gospels, in Acts, and in our very own lives, plus yoga and the enneagram are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, a pastor at our Forest Glen church.

  11. #152 The Gospel Should Shake Us

    The most famous speech in Acts, Saul to Paul, and how do I know if someone is the right, or the wrong, person to marry are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, a pastor at our Bridgeport church.

  12. #151 Fact Check Your Life

    Life with god is a full life, why were there so many widows in Jerusalem, and how do I not waste my 20’s are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Megan Lovell.

  13. #150 Obedience Equals a Meaningful Life

    Living a life aligned with the Holy Spirit, with obedience comes joy, and don’t be on the sidelines are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Phil Adams, a pastor in our Rogers Park network.

  14. #149 Walk in Fear Before God

    Why do people raise their hands while singing at church, Ravi Zacharias, and God being rightfully enraged are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen Church pastor.

  15. #148 Opposition and Persecution

    How should we think of spiritual warfare, Jesus coming for the jews and gentiles, and the use of psalms in acts are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with John LaTorre, the Albany Park church planter pastor. You can watch this episode on Youtube:...

  16. #147 Hope for Everyone

    Narrative style preaching, blot away your sin, and the beautiful gate are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Shine Gidla, the Saabkah Sahara church pastor.

  17. #146 God is Doing the Miraculous in the Unremarkable

    Doing devotions with others, the early church, and honoring your father and mother are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Nathan Payne, the Near North and Center Region church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5bWFujD0_o

  18. #145 Where Do You See Jealousy?

    The meaning of Pentecost, comparing, and was the world created in 6 days are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE1_m6J9G5w&t=1s

  19. #144 The Good of Giving Up

    Church planting, what is your motivation , and seasons of waiting are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Noah Chung, the church planting pastor of the south region. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3pBae3ngMo

  20. #143 God Isn’t Sitting Like Bernie

    Getting out of your holy huddles, God's got a plan for us , and how to grow as a follower of Jesus are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Joe Riccardi, the Lincoln Park church pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gSoLjTxk_A

  21. #142 No Place Left

    Stepping into the mission, God's calling for you, and second temple Judaism are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor.

  22. #141 How to Not Waste Your Life

    How does the gospel shape the direction of your life, living by the spirit, and how to pray are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, the Bridgeport church pastor.

  23. #140 What is Church to You?

    How true Christianity is communal, how authenticity plays into that, and heaven are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, the South Loop church pastor.

  24. #139 Do You Need a Mirror?

    The gospel doesn't hide our failures, It's a Wonderful Life, and the gospel according to Ebenezer Scrooge are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen church pastor.

  25. #138 Peace

    Servant songs of Isaiah, the word of the year, and what the season of advent is about are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Jamie Borchik, the South Rogers Park church teaching pastor.

  26. #137 Christian Liberty

    Holiday traditions, wearing or not wearing a mask, and interpreting the Bible are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Raef Chenery, the South Loop location pastor.

  27. #136 Conflicting Convictions

    Solid and dotted lines, Halloween or reformation day, are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Dan Osborn, the Forest Glen location pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQV-BvU5a94

  28. #135 Love, Light, And St. Augustine

    St. Augustine and Josiah, the kid who became kind at 8 years old, are just a couple of things we discuss on this episode with Brenton Smith, the Norwood Park location pastor. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. https://youtu.be/z0pEK3Ay7Ps

  29. #134 Get the Nutrients

    Candy corn, hospitality, and the relationship between lament and joy are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Ed Kraal, the Breakers pastor. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybKJos9dTHs

  30. #133 Spiritual Gift

    Spiritual gifts, community, and being a bad worship leader are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Kensen Lam, Near South lead pastor. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-wJHYjCKEA

  31. #132 Special Episode: The Motivation Code with Rod Penner

    A conversation with Rod Penner, a Park Churchwide Elder, on his new book, The Motivation Code. Check it out to learn more about what motivates you and why that matters. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtUpy28_WhA

  32. #131 Slowing Down

    Spiritual discipline, discerning the will of God, and the practice of solitude are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Noah Chung, South Region Church Planting Associate pastor. You can also watch this episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOwIuRQvNK8

  33. #130 Receiving the Blessing

    Fall Ice cream, our relationship with Jewish people, and positions on eschatology are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Joe Riccardi, Lincoln Park pastor of Park Community Church. You can also watch this episode on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92kRnb9XjcU

  34. #129 A Conversation on Global Ministry

    Smuggling bibles, God's global heart, and the gospel moving among Muslims are just a few of the things we discuss on this episode with Dave Childers, global pastor of Park Community Church. You can also watch this episode on Youtube. https://youtu.be/WlbY0BUtFuk

  35. #128 Truth and Tension

    When truth is difficult. On this episode, we discuss election and "the stone of stumbling" with Brenton Smith, location pastor of Norwood Park, as he shares what got cut from his sermon on Romans 9:1-10:4. You can also watch this episode on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ1FpOcZRug

  36. #127 Politics at the Dinner Table

    On this episode, we discuss our posture in politics with Nathan Payne, lead pastor of the Central Region, as he shares what got cut from his sermon on Romans 13:1-7. You can also watch this episode on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1AwC55WI3Y

  37. #126 Government & God’s Sovereignty

    On this episode, we discuss government and the role of God’s sovereignty in it with Phil Adams, teaching pastor of South Rogers Park, as he shares what got cut from his sermon on Romans 13:1-7. You can also watch this episode on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR0dhPf2dRY&t=1s

  38. #125 Intro - Season 4

    We are so happy to be back with Season 4 of the Pastor's Cut! Every time a pastor prepares a sermon, there’s all kinds of material that influences, shapes, and informs, but gets cut from the final preach. That's why we started The Pastor's Cut, to give YOU a chance to go behind the scenes and...

  39. #124 Malachi

    On today's episode, will be our last episode. We're on with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of our Near North location, the book that closes out the Old Testament collection.

  40. #123 Zechariah

    In today's episode, we're on with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of our Near North location, and he is sharing on the book of Zechariah.

  41. #122 Haggai

    In today's episode, we're on with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of our Near North location, and he is sharing on the book of Haggai.

  42. #121 Zephaniah

    In today's episode, we're on with Beth Young, a member of our Forest Glen location, and she is sharing on the book of Zephaniah.

  43. #120 Habakkuk

    In today's episode, we're on with Lisa Bishop, Director of Small Groups and Women's Ministry, and she is sharing on the book of Habakkuk and what it looks like to praise God even when life doesn't go how we'd hope.

  44. #119 Micah

    In today's episode, we're on with Trevor Lovell, Associate Pastor of our Near North location, and he is sharing on the book of Micah.

  45. #118 Nahum

    In today's episode, we're on with Shine Gidla, Associate Pastor of our West Rogers Park location, and he is sharing on the book of Nahum.

  46. #117 Jonah

    In today's episode, we're on with Joe Riccardi, our Lincoln Park Location Pastor, and he is sharing on the book of Jonah, explaining the incredible story this book tells.

  47. #116 Obadiah

    In today's episode, we're on with Courtney Osborn, a member of our Forest Glen location, and she is sharing on the book of Obadiah, explaining what this short prophetic book has for us.

  48. #115 Amos

    In today's episode, we're on with Steve Coble, our Central Region Teaching Pastor, and he is sharing on the book of Amos and the prophet's call for justice.

  49. #114 Hosea

    In today's episode, we're on with Su Lee, a member of our Forest Glen location, and she is sharing on the first minor prophet, the book of Hosea.

  50. # 113 Joel

    In today's episode, we're on with Noah Chung, our Near South Region Associate Church Planting Pastor, and he is sharing on the book Joel and an important prophecy within it.

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Every time a pastor prepares a sermon, there’s material that influences, shapes, and informs, but gets cut from the final preach. That's why we, Park Community Church, started The Pastor's Cut. We want to give YOU a chance to go behind the scenes and access the content that informs the teaching at Park each week. If you're wanting to grow in your understanding of and fascination with the Bible, you've come to the right place.

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