Welcome to the weekly audio podcast of Sunrise Church led by Pastor Steve Garcia. We are Church that ventures to Be One, Build One and Bring One in our communities and around the world. To learn more visit our website at sunrisechurch.org
Episodes
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20 hours ago
Reel Faith: Limitless
What if you could unlock your full potential with just one pill? That’s the offer at the heart of the movie Limitless—but it’s also a modern-day echo of a much older temptation.
In this powerful message, Pastor Carlo Mendoza takes us through the story of Eddie Morra, a man who gains everything and almost loses himself.
Using Limitless as a cultural mirror, Carlo helps us examine the lies we believe, the shortcuts we take, and the cost of trying to be our own god.
📖 Discover:
- Why temptation isn’t a sin—but what you do with it matters
- How God gives us a “way out” every time we’re tested
- What it looks like to live a Spirit-led life in a temptation-filled world
You’ll also walk through a clear biblical framework for fighting temptation and experience the freedom that comes through repentance and God’s grace.
🎬 Don’t miss this message from our Reel Faith summer series—where movies become modern-day parables to draw us back to timeless truth.
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Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Reel Faith
What happens when life takes a turn you never expected? In this powerful message, Pastor Steve Garcia opens our Reel Faith summer series with the critically acclaimed film Sound of Metal—a raw story about identity, loss, and the painful beauty of surrender.
As Ruben, a heavy-metal drummer, loses his hearing, he’s forced to confront the truth that sometimes the life we planned isn’t the life God intends.
Pastor Steve pairs Ruben’s journey with the biblical story of Saul, showing how God uses detours not to destroy us—but to redefine us.
📖 You’ll discover:
- How identity is found in Christ, not credentials
- Why surrender opens the door to transformation
- What to do when you’re stuck between what was and what’s next
- Why you shouldn't try to revive what God has removed
- If you’ve ever faced an unexpected loss or redirection, this message will speak to your soul.
🎬 Don’t miss part 1 of Reel Faith—where movies meet Scripture and every story points to Jesus.
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Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
The Whole Story
📕 Is the Bible Outdated, Offensive… or Misunderstood?
One viral TV moment tried to dismantle Scripture in under 60 seconds. But what if the real issue isn’t the Bible — it’s how we read it?
🔥 In this eye-opening finale of “The Whole Story,” Pastor David Gaunt unpacks how to correctly read, handle, and understand the Bible so you’re not confused, misled, or spiritually stuck. From misunderstood Old Testament laws to the eternal promises of the New Covenant — this message delivers clarity in a world clouded by spiritual confusion.
🛠️ Think of it like this: the Bible is a razor-sharp tool. But in the wrong hands — or misused — it causes damage. When used correctly? It sets people free.
🎯 Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or ready to grow deeper — this message is a must-watch for anyone who wants to cut through the noise and find God’s voice.
📲 Hit play, take notes, and prepare for spiritual clarity.
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Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
The Whole Story
In this powerful sermon by Lead Pastor Steve Garcia, discover the jaw-dropping story of how the Bible was lost, distorted, and nearly erased… and how one tortured monk lit a fire that would change the world forever. What Martin Luther uncovered shook the foundations of the most powerful religious system on earth. What if the same undercurrent is still pulling us away from truth today?
If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, confused by church tradition, or unsure about the Bible’s relevance — this message will open your eyes.
Get ready to:
• Expose the lies that kept people in darkness
• See how revival begins when God’s Word is unleashed
• Ask the hard questions: “Do my beliefs line up with the Bible?”
• Understand why knowing Scripture isn’t enough — you need the Spirit to flip the switch
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Sunday May 11, 2025
Sunday May 11, 2025
Is the Bible just a collection of exaggerated stories—or is it something far more trustworthy and powerful? In Part 3 of The Whole Story, Pastor Steve explores some of the “messy” and often embarrassing parts of Scripture and shows why these actually point to its truth, not its flaws. From Peter’s denial to conflicting numbers and “contradictions,” this message reveals powerful lessons for our lives today:
Whether you’re struggling with doubt, wrestling with difficult Bible passages, or just feeling unfinished, this message is for you. Watch now and be encouraged by the transforming truth of God's Word.
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Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
The Whole Story
Is the Bible really God's Word—or just an ancient book written by flawed men? This message could change the way you see everything. Have you ever treated the Bible like a forgotten treasure on your shelf? Like an old violin, a dusty bowl, or a hidden document—what if the most powerful truth in your life has been right in front of you the whole time?
In this powerful second message of our series “The Whole Story,” Pastor John Hill unpacks one of
the most critical questions people are asking today.
Get ready to explore:
✅ What “God-breathed” really means
✅ Why Scripture stands apart from every other religious text
✅ How Jesus Himself viewed and used the Bible
✅ How the Word of God unlocks purpose, identity, freedom, and direction
✅ 3 practical moves you can make starting today
Whether you’re new to church, skeptical about Scripture, or looking to go deeper in your faith—this message is for YOU.
📌 Don't miss this chance to uncover the treasure you might be walking past every day.
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Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
The Whole Story
What if everything you thought you knew about the Bible... was wrong? In this mind-blowing message, Pastor Steve Garcia takes you deep into an ancient discovery that changed an entire nation. Could it do the same for you?
💥 Discover:
- Why the Bible is NOT just another religious book.
- How ancient truths were nearly lost – and how they were found again.
- What Satan’s #1 strategy is to pull your faith out from under you.
- Why the Bible STILL has power to change your life TODAY.
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Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
He Was Dead… But He Wasn’t Finished. What if the empty tomb isn't just an ancient story—but the key to your new life? Earthquakes shook. Guards fainted. A stone rolled away. And two unsuspecting women witnessed the impossible: Jesus wasn’t in the grave—He was ALIVE. In a world of skeptics, pain, and spiritual confusion, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia delivers a message that is bold, clear, and deeply personal. Don’t miss this powerful Easter experience that has everyone talking. Watch now—and be ready to meet the living Jesus.
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Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
When God Seems Silent
This week, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia wraps up our powerful journey through the book of Esther by diving into the climactic chapters of Esther 7–10. Though God's name never appears in the book, His presence is unmistakable—and His plan, unstoppable. In this final message, Pastor Steve unpacks the dramatic conclusion of Esther’s story, revealing how God’s promises, providence, and process were always at work—even in the silence. What if the very moments that feel most uncertain in your life are the ones where God is working most powerfully behind the scenes?
Whether you’re facing a season of silence or celebrating a season of victory, this message will help you build unshakable confidence in the God who never stops working for your good.
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
When God Seems Silent
When God Seems Silent... But Is Secretly Setting Everything Up. Just when it looked like the end for Mordecai, God was already working behind the scenes to flip the entire story upside down. In this message from Lead Pastor Steve Garcia at Sunrise Church, we unpack Esther Chapter 6—a chapter that will make you rethink every moment God seems silent. From divine insomnia to shocking plot twists, this isn’t just history… it’s hope for your life right now.
📖 You’ll discover:
- Why your “worst day” might actually be a setup for a breakthrough
- How God’s providence is moving—even when you feel forgotten
- What Haman's fall teaches us about pride, revenge, and living for the right kind of reward
- How to live for God’s reward instead of chasing human applause
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