Pastor Jacob Jurado's Sermons (video)

The movie Enchanted poses the question, can you have a fairy tale relationship in the real world? This isnt just a meaningless question, but it is a question that every couple must ask. Fortunately, this is a question that God speaks to in Scripture. This may sound weird, but I believe in fairy tales, because I believe in Eden. I believe the relationship of Adam and Eve is a template of every fairy tale ever told. I believe it is still in the hearts of every boy, girl, and adult. But does that mean that fairy tales no longer exist since Adam and Eve sinned and were kicked out of the garden? Listen to this message as we explore the Word of God and see all He has to say about fairy tales and the movie Enchanted

There were two criminals crucified on each side of Jesus. I believe at some point we will all find ourselves in this situation. The question is which criminal will we be. One was in denial, grasping for life, trying to make himself feel better. The other had let go of life and accepted the harsh reality of his guilt and helplessness. One will die and experience life to the fullest, while the other will die with a cast, never to have known and never to know the full life Jesus provides.

Today we have Terry Packman, an ex-Marine, helping me teach from the book of Numbers. For over 500 years the descendant of Abraham have been looking forward to the fulfillment of God's promise to inherit the land of Canaan. After leaving Egypt, they have been marching to Canaan in order to take what has been promised, but when they get there, they abandon their promise, they abandon their mission and decide to turn back. What can a Marine teach us about our mission? Listen and find out.

There's a certain order to things... Sometimes, when something gets out of oredr there are no drastic consequences, but other times the consequences are huge. Today we're going to look at Matthew 9 and Luke 15, two circumstances where the religious leaders are shocked that Jesus is hanging out with shady people, and find that when we make God's primary desire secondary, the consequences are destructive. This message is inspired by a podcast from National New Church Conference with John Burke, and Vince Antonucci. It is also inspired by John Burke's book, "No Perfect People Allowed."

I remember watching this incredible Laker game all alone a few years ago. They should have lost, but two miracles happened and Kobe Bryant hit two incredible shots (one to tie the game at the end of regulation, and one to win it in overtime). All I remember is jumping in the air celebrating in disbelief and then 2 mins after the game ended i did something....i was compelled to do something...i called my brother and then my father so we could all celebrate together. The moment was good celebrating it alone, but something deep inside wanted to share it with somebody else. God looked down and said, "It's not good for man to be alone."

When Jesus retreats with his disciples to Caesarea Philippi, Jesus takes His disciples to a wicked and vile city that was dedicated to the greek god Pan. Jesus conversation with his disciples does not take place here by coincidence. No, Jesus is preparing them for the shriek of Pan.

I read my Bible, mediate on His word, pray, go to church, and do my best to live a holy life, but I have a problem...I want more of Jesus. I'm not satisfied. Maybe, to experience Jesus more fully, i need to join Him in His work. Maybe...to understand where Jesus is working in this world, i need to understand His heart. Where will this all lead me? Where will i end up? Maybe...just maybe...it'll lead me into a bar. This message was inspired by a pastor named Vince Antonucci (go to his blog and read it all-www.vinceantonucci.com)

I not only think Jesus would leave Denny's, but I know He did. He left a wonderful table full of great food and conversation to wander the streets with Ted. Sure its incredibly sacrificial, but when you love like Jesus does, you're compelled. This message was inspired by a pastor named Vince Antonucci (go to his blog and read it all-www.vinceantonucci.com)

As we begin our advent season, we look at the implications of the world becoming flesh, we realize that Jesus entered our world. Not just our physical world, but he enters our world of struggles, temptations, and pain. But he just doesn't enter our world, but he comes into our world....our own personal darkness and chaos to bring us light. This message was inspired by a pastor named Vince Antonucci (go to his blog and read it all-www.vinceantonucci.com)

As we turn to the last chapter of 2nd Thessalonians, we struck by a passage of scripture that seems obsolete and outdated. Maybe it is not the passage that is out dated, but the Church who is operating in the wrong paradigm to understand its relevancy

It's amazing how frequently we encounter people who are oblivious to their own ugly/destructive habits. People who don't realize how annoying, scared, negative, critical, or ignorant they really are. But have you ever wondered if there's something about you that others see, but you don't. Maybe you're perception of reality is off. What does this have to do with 2nd Thessalonians 2? Listen and find out.

In 2nd Thessalonians 1:11-12, Paul mentions a brief prayer/blessing for the Thessalonian Church. It's a prayer for the Thessalonians to be found worthy of God's calling. This isn't a prayer for them not to backslide, but a prayer that reveals something much deeper about ourselves and God's calling on our lives

This is the first Sermon in the series titled, "Beginnings", in which we will look at two events at the beginning of Jesus ministry that had a huge impact on his life. In this message, we will look at the story of John the Baptist in Matthew 3:1-9 in order to understand how John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus and His ministry. We'll find that it's through repentance that we are able to be a part of the Kingdom of Heaven and receive the empowering Holy Spirit to do God's work (ministry).

This is the Second (and last) Sermon in the series titled, "God In The Pantry", in which we will look at some practical ways to know God more intimately. In this message, we will look at Proverbs 27:18 to see that our spiritual tree does not bear instant fruit, and we'll study Luke 19:1-9 in order to learn how our discontent can drive us up a sycamore tree

This is the first Sermon in the series titled, "God In The Pantry", in which we will look at some practical ways to know God more intimately. In this message, we will look at John 1:34-51 and Matthew 6:5-6 in order to learn that God is always in the pantry.

This is the second Sermon in the series titled, "Sticks & Stones", in which we will look at the different sides of conflict. In this message, we will study Deuteronomy 12 and 14 in order to learn about how to respond in situations when people intentionally hurt us.

This is the second Sermon in the series titled, "Sticks & Stones", in which we will look at the different sides of conflict. In this message, we will study Deuteronomy 14 in order to learn about the deeper spiritual issues behind grumbling

This is the first Sermon in the series titled, "Sticks & Stones", in which we will look at the different sides of conflict. In this message, we will study Deuteronomy 14 in order to glean something from Moses in how he responds to people when they insult and hurt him.

Bringing the Basket is the 5th and final sermon in the series on stewardship. In this passage we look at one practicle way to live as stewards of our money, by studding Deuteronomy and the teachings on tithing.

The Golden Daughter is the fourth sermon in a series on stewardship. In this message we look at Genesis 4:1-14 and Mark 17-24 in order to learn that the things we value more than God will become our source of pain, struggle, and burden. It will become our curse.

E-mail A Crisis is the third sermon in a series on Stewardship. In Psalms 90, Moses is dealing with the understanding of the brevity of life. How do we know if we're wasting our time or using it to do and leave something meaningful.

Saving the Heffer is the second in a series of Sermons on stewardship. In this message we study Ephesians 2:11-3:20 and 1 Tim 1:12f in order to see what it means to be a steward of God's Grace

Embezzelers is the first in a series of Sermons on stewardship. This is a general overview of stewardship taken from Luke 19:11-26. In this message we look at all that God has made us stewards of and what exactly He expects from us.

An advent monologue from Joseph, the father of Jesus.