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Pastor Lucas Chance shares a heartfelt Mother’s Day message on the biblical call to honour those who have gone before us. Through personal stories, Scripture, and powerful examples of ordinary faithfulness, this sermon reminds us that God often uses everyday people in extraordinary ways.

What does it mean that Jesus “became poor so we could become rich” (2 Corinthians 8:9)?In this sermon, Pastor Lucas Chance, explores the Great Exchange of the Gospel—where Jesus takes our sin, weakness, and brokenness and gives us His fullness, life, and righteousness in return.This is a call to total surrender and transformation through Jesus Christ.👉 If you’re searching for a deeper relationship with God, freedom from sin, or understanding your identity in Christ—this message is for you.📖 Key Bible Verses2 Corinthians 8:9John 3:16John 10:14–18Acts 2:36–381 Corinthians 11:23–26⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Christian Podcast Introduction & Welcome00:36 – Sermon Opening Story & Context01:02 – 2 Corinthians 8:9 Explained (The Great Exchange)02:31 – What Is Worship? (Focus, Time, and Attention)03:59 – You Become What You Worship (Spiritual Transformation)04:59 – The Gospel Is Not Prosperity (Truth About Sacrifice)06:13 – God’s Nature: Creativity & Being Made in His Image07:37 – God’s Generosity (John 3:16 Explained)09:03 – Jesus the Good Shepherd (John 10 Teaching)10:18 – Acts 2: Conviction, Repentance & Salvation12:03 – Giving Your Sin to God (The Exchange Begins)12:40 – Why God Wants Your Weakness13:37 – What True Riches in Christ Really Mean14:29 – Surrendering Your Whole Life to God15:31 – Communion Preparation: Examine Your Heart16:30 – How to Surrender Struggles to God Daily17:35 – Breaking Sin Cycles Through Surrender18:24 – From Weakness to Strength in Christ19:33 – Communion: The Bread (Body of Christ)20:37 – Communion: The Cup (New Covenant in His Blood)21:55 – Learning to Receive from God22:38 – Trusting God Over Feelings23:06 – Prayer, Response & Invitation24:01 – Closing & Church Info

When fear and chaos surround us, how do we remain bold in faith? This sermon from Pastor Lucas Chance examines Paul’s example in Acts 28 and Jesus’ words in Luke 12 to show that courage doesn’t come from denying fear—it comes from placing our fear in the right place: before a loving and sovereign God. Be encouraged to trust Him, live with integrity, and boldly proclaim His Kingdom in everyday life.

The Conviction Response: Run to the Cross (April 19, 2026)Pastor Lucas Chance explores the powerful role of the Holy Spirit in bringing conviction—not condemnation—as the first evidence of God at work in our lives. Reflecting on the events surrounding Easter, he contrasts fear and repentance through the responses of Peter and John. We find that true transformation begins when we respond to conviction by running toward the cross, not away from it. Through repentance, we encounter the freedom, forgiveness, and new identity found in Jesus—where our sin is left behind and we are made new.[00:00:00] Welcome & Podcast Intro[00:00:37] Opening Prayer[00:02:22] Life After Easter: What Changed?[00:04:52] The Holy Spirit at Work Today[00:05:45] Jesus Promises the Helper (John 16)[00:07:08] Conviction: God Calling You Back[00:09:13] Conviction vs Condemnation[00:11:37] Fear vs Faith: The Arrest of Jesus[00:16:18] Peter vs John: Two Responses to Failure[00:22:15] The Cost of Following Jesus Publicly[00:23:51] Repentance: The Right Response to Conviction[00:24:53] Run to the Cross, Not Away[00:30:11] Forgiveness, Restoration & New Identity[00:35:43] The Empty Tomb: Sin Is Gone[00:40:41] Living a Life of Ongoing Repentance[00:43:47] Closing Podcast Outro

About This MessageIn this sermon, we unpack what it means to lead as a servant, how character shapes leadership, and how God often reveals His will where our gifts meet real needs. This message encourages believers to step out in faith, embrace growth (even through failure), and trust God’s guidance in every season.Chapters[00:00:00] Welcome to Westside Family Fellowship[00:00:38] Servant Leadership: What It Really Means[00:03:16] Called to Serve: Gifts, Love, and Community[00:06:08] Character First: How Leaders Are Chosen[00:09:39] Trusting the Holy Spirit (Even When It’s Hard)[00:11:45] How We Discern God’s Will[00:14:11] Where Calling Meets Need[00:18:41] Prayer for Transition, Peace, and Growth[00:19:59] Closing Podcast Outro

Christianity is not a blind leap into darkness—it is a step into the light. This message challenges the idea that faith is irrational, showing instead that true biblical faith is grounded in understanding, evidence, and a growing knowledge of who Jesus is. Through both personal testimony and historical support, we’re reminded that belief in Jesus is not based on feelings alone, but on real evidence—especially the resurrection. Ultimately, the cross reveals both the depth of God’s love and the weight of His justice, as Jesus stands in the gap, taking our place so we can move from darkness into life through faith in Him.00:37 – Christianity: Not Blind Faith, But Light. Why faith is not a leap into the dark.02:37 – What Biblical Faith Really Is: Belief rooted in truth, knowledge, and understanding. 05:38 – Called Out of Darkness Into LightHow knowing Jesus transforms us.06:43 – Renewing the Mind (Romans 12)The role of the Holy Spirit and personal discipline.10:03 – Why We Believe: The Role of Evidence, Faith, testimony, and hearing the gospel.11:39 – Personal Story: From Knowledge to Belief A journey of encountering God’s love.24:00 – The Bible: Can It Be Trusted? Historical reliability and manuscript evidence.33:56 – Who Is Jesus Really? (C.S. Lewis)Liar, lunatic, or Lord.36:40 – The Resurrection as Ultimate Proof: Why everything hinges on this event.42:39 – Faith Beyond Culture and Feelings Responding to truth, not just experience. 43:07 – The Cross: Love, Justice, and Sacrifice Jesus as the bridge—and the one who took our place.49:41 – Communion: Remembering His Body. Jesus takes the full weight of sin.51:09 – Communion: The Blood of the Covenant. A new promise sealed through sacrifice.53:49 – Final Challenge: Is Jesus Central? Why Christianity cannot be “moderately important.”

What would it take for you to believe someone is truly God? This Good Friday message from Pastor Lucas Chance explores why the resurrection of Jesus is the defining proof—and what it means to live fully surrendered to Him.00:00 – What Evidence Would Convince You God Is Real?02:22 – What the Messiah Was Expected to Be05:57 – Why the Resurrection Is Everything08:21 – What It Really Means to Say “Jesus Is Lord”10:42 – Jesus vs. Every Other Worldview13:01 – Jesus, the Sabbath, and True Authority16:25 – The Silence Before the Breakthrough17:44 – The Resurrection Changes Everything20:44 – Our Response to a Risen Lord21:03 – Preparing Our Hearts for Communion25:20 – The Gospel and Eyewitness Evidence28:55 – Communion: Remembering Christ’s Sacrifice36:25 – Living in Freedom This Easter

Unshaken: How Christians Can Thrive in Troubled DaysToday's message is from a long-time member of our church and serving Elder, Brian Cornelis.00:00 Introduction – A Royal Priesthood02:05 Identity in Christ05:10 Troubled Times Today08:00 2 Timothy 3 Explained12:05 The Nature of “Terrible Times”15:20 Religion vs Relationship18:40 Guarding Against Deception21:10 The Blame Game25:00 Personal Reflection28:10 God’s Response (2 Chronicles 7:14)30:20 Four Key Responses32:00 Humility and Prayer34:10 Seeking God35:20 Repentance36:40 Hope for Healing37:30 Closing Prayer

From Problem to Promise: Finding God’s Path ForwardPastor Lucas ChanceEvery spiritual action begins with a choice. In this message from 1 Samuel 13–14, we explore how faith is not forced—it is chosen. Looking at the story of Jonathan and his armor bearer, we discover a practical framework for navigating life’s challenges: identify the problem, envision God’s picture for the future, and step forward on the path He provides. Ultimately, this story points us to Jesus, who fought the decisive battle for us and now invites us to follow Him with fully surrendered hearts. When fear tries to hold us back, the question remains: will we stay where we are, or will we say to God, “I’m with you—heart and soul.”00:00 Spiritual Practices & The Power of Choice02:01 Faith Is Chosen, Not Forced04:10 The Framework: Problem, Picture, Path05:56 Identifying the Real Problem (1 Samuel 13)09:53 What Fear and Anxiety Are Telling You12:52 Envisioning God’s Picture for the Future17:14 Finding the Path Forward18:13 Jonathan’s Bold Step of Faith (1 Samuel 14)25:26 Vulnerability and Trusting God on the Path29:35 When God Brings the Breakthrough32:25 Seeing Jesus in the Story35:49 “I Am With You Heart and Soul” – The Choice to Follow

Faith is not just something we believe—it’s something we choose.In this message by Pastor Lucas Chance, we explore how faith becomes visible in the moment of decision. Scripture shows that the Christian life unfolds through a series of choices: choosing to believe the gospel, choosing to become who God says we are, and choosing to act in obedience.The sermon walks through three key movements of spiritual growth:1. BelieveFaith begins with a choice of the heart. While faith itself is a gift from God, we participate by responding to the work of the Holy Spirit and confessing our belief in Jesus Christ.2. BecomeWhen we believe, our identity changes immediately—we become children of God. Yet spiritual growth continues as we mature into who God has called us to be. What we focus on shapes what we become.3. ActFaith ultimately shows itself in action. The everyday decisions we make reveal what we truly believe about God and His promises.Consider the daily choices that shape your faith and intentionally fix your eyes on Christ so that your life reflects Him.Key ScriptureRomans 10:10Chapters00:00 Introduction – Faith and the Moment of Choice02:08 Opening Prayer03:00 Faith Demonstrated Through Choice05:05 The First Choice: Believe10:00 The Second Choice: Become14:05 You Become What You Look At19:10 Worship and Fixing Our Eyes on Christ24:30 Growing Into Who God Calls Us To Be30:05 The Third Choice: Act34:40 Living Out Faith Daily37:20 Final Encouragement

In this message by Pastor Lucas Chance, we explore what it means to live as a chosen people, a royal priesthood, and God’s special possession. Through 1 Peter 2:9 and the example of Stephen in Acts, we’re reminded that the answer to darkness isn’t panic or rage, but Spirit-filled believers who reflect the light of Christ.👇 Chapters00:00 Time Is Counting Down to Jesus03:58 Our Identity: 1 Peter 2:906:15 The Answer to Darkness07:10 The Word and the Spirit Together08:53 The Most Influential Pastor: Your Algorithm11:31 Living as Light in the World12:33 Saved for Good Works14:22 The Book of Acts Model19:33 Stephen: Faith, Spirit, and the Word23:19 Jesus Standing for Stephen26:26 Invitation to Respond34:55 Baptism Testimonies (John & Ingrid)40:45 The Great Commission43:30 Baptisms46:37 Sent Into the Mission FieldIf this message encouraged you, consider subscribing and sharing it with someone who needs hope today.

Chapters(00:18) Opening Announcements(03:20) Our Identity in Christ(12:58) The Word and the Spirit(14:24) Evaluating Our Spiritual Lives(16:22) Seeking Revival and Renewal(31:40) The Shift from External to Internal(35:58) The Presence of the Holy Spirit(38:49) Our Mission as Priests(44:07) Closing Prayer and Invitation

Pastor Lucas Chance addresses the Tumbler Ridge tragedy, pointing out that the answer to darkness is not panic or rage. To quote, "We have to keep a clear head. We have to think about what the right response is as Christians, not just as Canadians. We can be angry at the darkness and the sin, but the answer to darkness is a holy people who reflect the light of Christ."

Men from Smithers, Fraser Lake, Vanderhoof, and Prince George gathered at the annual Westside Family Fellowship Men's Retreat at Gavin Lake. Guest speaker: Scott Anderson challenged us with the "Husband's Mandate" - good preparation for the younger men who aren't husbands yet.

What does it mean to be righteous when we still struggle with sin? In this honest and hope-filled message, we explore how God sees believers who wrestle with failure, addiction, and moral weakness—and why “undeveloped, struggling righteousness” may be evidence of grace, not defeat.Speaker: Pastor Dirk Haiste(00:00) – Welcome & Introduction(00:34) – A Hard Question: Sin, Addiction, and Salvation(02:15) – Can a Believer Still Struggle With Sin?(04:05) – Why Sin Feels Worse as We Mature(06:01) – When Light Reveals What Was Always There(08:25) – The Mark of Spiritual Maturity(11:59) – The Plank, the Speck, and Judging Others(14:06) – A Good Heart and Moral Failure(17:33) – Undeveloped, Struggling Righteousness(19:21) – What You Choose to Focus On(20:46) – Lot: A Righteous Man Who Made Bad Choices(27:13) – How God Ultimately Sees Lot(29:44) – What Do We Do Now?(31:51) – A Prayer for Daily Dependence(33:09) – More Than Conquerors(34:40) – Closing Prayer & Benediction

Men from Smithers, Fraser Lake, Vanderhoof, and Prince George gathered at the annual Westside Family Fellowship Men's Retreat at Gavin Lake. Guest speaker: Scott Anderson challenged us regarding our theme of "Mentorship". Due to technical difficulties, we do not have the audio from Scott's Saturday presentation. His home church, Mountainview Assembly in Smithers, agreed to let us share a sermon Scott preached there a few weeks before our Men's Retreat. This is that sermon.

Going through storms ... today Pastor Lucas points out two different responses to the storms of life.

Life's seasons can be difficult but Christ is our anchor. Pastor Lucas Chance speaks today.

In his introduction to a baptism ceremony, Pastor Lucas Chance challenges us to grow up and keep growing up.

Pastor Lucas gives us much to think about baptism. Do as he suggests and write the scriptures down and look into the subject yourself.

Jesus doesn’t say if you pray, but when. In this message, Pastor Lucas explores how prayer flows from our identity as God’s children and invites us into a living, active relationship with Him—one that shapes how we love, serve, and live in the world.00:10 Opening Remarks00:43 Community and Humility01:58 The Lord's Prayer02:50 Setting the Scene05:37 Teaching on the Mount10:06 The Assumptions of Jesus15:39 The Importance of Prayer20:10 How to Pray21:40 Understanding Omnipresence24:18 God’s Presence in Scripture33:50 Trusting God's Goodness38:47 The Golden Rule40:42 Participating in God's Work43:22 The Call to Risk46:30 Seeking Miracles and Transformation

"Love moves toward the need, not away from the problem."With that quote, Pastor Lucas Chance begins his sermon entitled "The Advent of Love".00:00 Start00:10 Opening Prayer and Reflection05:03 Understanding Love's Nature05:56 The Laws of Love and Liberty06:51 Freedom and Sacrifice11:57 The Cost of True Love15:21 Overcoming Fear with Love17:07 Navigating Family Dynamics21:49 Taking Action through Prayer28:29 God with Us: A Reflection34:40 Invitation to Receive Salvation

On this third Sunday of Advent, Pastor Lucas asks, "What is Joy"?

Pastor Lucas Chance challenges us about peace keeping versus peace making.

Tom Birch concludes our examination of hospitality by looking at how God welcomes us.

The fourth and final sermon in our series on Kingdom Hospitality with Pastor Lucas Chance.

Today's episode is titled "Open The Door". It's part 3 of our "Kingdom Hospitality" series with Pastor Lucas Chance.

Part 2 of Kingdom Hospitality with Pastor Lucas Chance.00:00 Start01:43  Introduction to Love07:23  The Call to Hospitality12:24  Understanding Sin18:52  Defining Love22:51  Love as Comfort27:54  Anger and Self-Control31:56  The Nature of Truth35:06  God's Open Invitation37:28  The Kingdom's Illustration43:31 The Essence of Hospitality45:01  So What? Now What?47:44  Closing Prayer and Reflection

Kingdom Hospitality - Prepare The Table with Pastor Lucas Chance.Chapters00:00 Start00:32 Introduction to Kingdom Hospitality04:40 The Meaning of Hospitality14:19 The Power of Prayer16:07 Family Matters: A Personal Story24:23 Transformation Through Hospitality28:28 The Journey of John34:27 Embracing Change and Openness39:39 The Call to Be Hospitable

This week, Tyler Alspaugh shares from Psalm 119:9–16 about what it really means to "keep your way pure" ... spend time with God. It’s an honest look at how relationships, worship, and time in His Word shape our hearts and keep us walking close to Him.

Our guest today is Matt Jaggers. Matt and his wife Josie work with FamilyLife Canada to strengthen marriage relationships. Today he focusses on mentoring by asking us to look beyond ourselves. He starts by referencing such Biblical relationships as Abraham and Lot, Moses and Joshua, and Paul and Timothy before transitioning to John Mark and his relationship to both Paul and Barnabas. This is a message that encourages all of us to become a mentor or find a mentor for ourselves.

"Rejoice Always: Living at the Lord’s Table"- Choosing joy, prayer, and gratitude in every circumstance with Pastor Lucas Chance0:05 The Last Supper Joke0:44 A Unique Communion Service2:40 The Importance of Rejoicing2:49 Understanding Rejoicing5:41 The Call to Pray7:20 Giving Thanks Always13:49 The Journey to Exodus23:11 Psalm 23 Reflection30:07 Setting the Table37:31 Generational Connection40:40 Boldness in Prayer41:42 Closing in Worship

Continuing the theme of our 2025 Women's Conference, Pastor Lucas Chance speaks on the "Sovereignty of God".

Westside elder, George Krahn, encourages us to be superheroes by supporting the real superheroes - missionaries on the ground in countries around the world. You can support local missions like The New Life Centre, Salvation Army Food Bank or overseas missions like The Bud Centre in Sri Lanka and Pastor Paul's ministry in Kenya. Another easy avenue to be a missionary is sending a shoebox through Operation Christmas Child!

Pastor Lucas Chance returns to the pulpit with a few months' worth of stuff to talk about. From the truth of the Word of God to the reality of what's happening in the world around us.

Pastor Paul Ndungu from InTouch Ministries, Kenya, joins us today. Basing his message on Philippians 4:6-7 he reminds us that we serve a God of peace.

Tom Birch takes us through the Bible and up to our most recent portion of the New Testament. He begins by pointing out some verses from Rich Mullins' song "Awesome God" to highlight themes of creation, salvation, and humanity's response to divine grace. The message is titled "Heaven".

Today's guest speaker is George Krahn, challenging us to obey Jesus' commands to love our fellow believers, neighbours, and even our enemies.Scripture:John 13:34-35(34) “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. (35) By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”---Romans 12:10(10) Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.---Luke 10:25-29(25) On one occasion, an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” (26) “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” (27) He answered, “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” (28) “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and you will live.” (29) But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?”---Luke 10:36-37(36) “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” (37) The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.”---Luke 6:27-36(27) “But to you who are listening, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, (28) bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. (29) If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. (30) Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. (31) Do to others as you would have them do to you. (32) “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. (33) And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do that. (34) And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. (35) But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. (36) Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

Tyler Alspaugh returns with a look at how God's grace has continued to be available to us throughout history.

Journey through Scripture as we trace God’s salvation plan woven through the Jewish people, setting the stage for the Messiah’s arrival. Then, discover astonishing fulfilled prophecies from Ezekiel—spanning Israel’s barren desolation in 1867 to its miraculous rebirth in 1948—and catch a thrilling glimpse of what God’s Word says is still on the horizon.Guest speaker is Tom Birch.

Tyler Alspaugh is our guest speaker today. His focus is on Isaiah 58.

Adryan Teichroeb shares about "The Purity of God's Word".

Pastor Dirk is back with a challenge to think about who owns this world.

In this sermon by Pastor Dirk Haiste, we are reminded that God is always watching over humanity and seeking those persons whose hearts are fully committed to Him. Why? To strengthen them.

Brian Cornelis, an Elder at Westside Family Fellowship, shares from 2 Kings 5 about the 6 main characters in the story of Naaman's healing. You'll find that God uses the "least of these" to accomplish his purposes.

Scripture: Numbers 5:11-31Tom Birch asks Is Jesus in the difficult passages? We know that he fulfilled the Law, but did he fulfill all of them? Even the ones our culture finds strange or perhaps offensive? Maybe, if we look closely, we will see not only justice, but mercy; not only jealousy, but love; and above all, the presence of God closer than we dare to hope.Take time to reflect: Am I willing to invite God into the hidden places of my heart, trusting Him to bring truth, healing, and justice where human understanding falls short?

Pastor Colin and Jaymie Weeks are embarking on a new chapter of their journey through life. On today's episode, Pastor Lucas sits down with them to explore what brought them to this point and where their faith journey is taking them.

"The Power of a Father's Voice: Speaking Truth, Love, and Life"This Father’s Day, we’re turning our ears to the voice of God the Father. In the Gospels, God speaks audibly three times—at Jesus’ baptism, on the Mount of Transfiguration, and during Passion Week. Each moment offers a glimpse of the Father’s heart and sets a pattern for how godly men are called to speak into the lives entrusted to them.*And when Jesus was baptized, immediately He went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on Him; and behold, a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.’ *— Matthew 3:16–17We celebrate and honour the fathers, husbands, and men among us who reflect the strength, tenderness, and truth of the Father. Their voice matters, and the way they lead in word and presence leaves a legacy of life and faith.Take time to reflect: *What does the Father’s voice teach us about how we are called to speak? How might your words bring identity, encouragement, and spiritual clarity to those God has placed in your life?*

Misunderstanding God: Navigating Scripture with Love and LibertyWe're heading into our "Summer Shred" Bible Reading Challenge beginning June 15th. That can lead to misunderstanding what God is doing and saying. Pastor Lucas Chance give us some key strategies to overcome challenges and stay motivated during the summer Bible reading initiative:1. Don't feel guilty if you miss reading or can't complete the entire daily reading. There are no merit badges or heavenly rewards for perfect completion.2. Approach the reading with the right perspective:- Look for God's love and freedom in the text- Try to understand the deeper principles behind the scriptures- Be open to learning and potentially discovering new insights3. Recognize that reading the Bible is a discipline and can be challenging. It's normal to find it difficult to read for an hour each day.4. Use available resources like audio Bibles if traditional reading is challenging.5. Remember the goal is not just to complete a reading challenge, but to grow in understanding of God's nature and principles.6. Be patient with yourself and view this as an opportunity for spiritual growth, not a strict obligation.7. Consider finding an accountability partner or joining a group study to help maintain motivation and discuss what you're learning.The key is to approach the "summer shred" with curiosity, grace, and a desire to understand God more deeply.

In John 5, Jesus heals a man who had suffered for thirty-eight years. When questioned, the man cannot explain what happened. He only knows that everything changed. Jesus later says, My Father is always at His work to this very day, and I too am working (John 5:17).On this Sunday's episode, we’ll be reminded that God is never inactive. Even when we cannot see it, His providence is unfolding. Christ’s work is not limited to the miraculous but includes sustaining grace in the ordinary.Take time to reflect: Do I trust God is working, even when I cannot trace His hand? Let us rest in the truth that the Father and Son are always at work for His glory and our good.