Podcast appearances and mentions of Steve Henry

Motherhood is filled with unseen sacrifices, quiet faithfulness, and the constant burden of wanting to guide your children well. In Proverbs 31:1–9, we're given a powerful glimpse into a mother's loving instruction to her son—a message filled with wisdom, warning, and deep spiritual care. On this Mother's Day, we honor the God-given role of mothers and the lasting impact of faithful counsel rooted in truth. Whether you're a mom seeking encouragement, a parent navigating the responsibility of raising children, or someone wanting to grow in wisdom and maturity, this message reminds us that God gives grace, strength, and wisdom for the calling He places before us. In this verse-by-verse study through Proverbs 31:1–9, Pastor Steve Henry walks through the counsel given by King Lemuel's mother and highlights three areas of wisdom every believer needs. First, we see relational wisdom—the importance of choosing relationships carefully and recognizing the influence others have on our walk with God. Second, we see judicial wisdom—a warning against living carelessly and the call to lead with integrity and self-control. Finally, we see societal wisdom—the responsibility believers have to speak up for the vulnerable, care for the hurting, and reflect the compassion of Christ in the world around them. This passage reminds us that biblical wisdom is not merely information—it is truth applied to everyday life. God calls His people to live differently: to pursue purity, exercise discernment, lead faithfully, and love others sacrificially. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, believers are strengthened to walk in wisdom and reflect the character of Jesus in every sphere of life. If you're in the Arroyo Grande area, we'd love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church. We are a church committed to teaching God's Word faithfully, growing together in authentic Christian community, and worshiping Jesus wholeheartedly. Whether you've followed Christ for years or are simply curious about the Bible, you are welcome here. Harvest Church meets Sundays at 9am & 11am. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org.

What does it actually look like to live a life empowered by God—not just in theory, but in everyday reality? Many believers wrestle with a sense of spiritual inconsistency, longing for deeper faith and lasting fruit but unsure how to get there. Acts 2 shows us that the Christian life was never meant to be lived in our own strength. In this passage, we see God move powerfully at Pentecost, filling His people with the Holy Spirit and launching the mission of the Church. This message walks through Acts 2:1–21, highlighting three key movements: being filled with the Holy Spirit, responding to God with humility, and becoming convinced that your life has a real Kingdom purpose. As the crowd witnesses the miraculous and wrestles with what it means, Peter stands and anchors the moment in Scripture, pointing to the fulfillment of God's promises and the beginning of a new era. At the center of it all is the promise that “everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” The same God who poured out His Spirit then is still at work today—calling people to repentance, filling them with His Spirit, and sending them out with purpose. If you're looking to grow in your understanding of God's Word and walk in the power of the Spirit, we'd love to have you join us at Harvest Church in Arroyo Grande. We are committed to teaching the Bible faithfully, building authentic community, and worshiping Jesus together. Service times: 9am & 11am. This message is part of our verse-by-verse study through Acts, rooted in Bible teaching and expository preaching, helping you grow as you follow Jesus and live out your faith. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org.

What does it actually look like to live a Spirit-empowered life? Many people feel stuck—wanting growth, boldness, or deeper faith, but unsure how to move forward. Acts 2 shows us that the Christian life was never meant to be lived in our own strength. God doesn't just call His people—He empowers them. In Acts 2:1–21, we see the fulfillment of Jesus' promise as the Holy Spirit is poured out at Pentecost, empowering ordinary believers to proclaim the mighty works of God. Through the imagery of wind and fire, we're reminded that the Spirit brings life, purifies, and equips God's people for His mission. This message centers on a clear truth: God's people are supernaturally empowered to live a new life of faith and fruitfulness as they are continually filled with the Holy Spirit—walking in obedience, growing in boldness, and relying on His strength to carry out the Great Commission. If you're in the Arroyo Grande area, we'd love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church. Come grow in God's Word through verse-by-verse teaching, experience authentic community, and worship Jesus together with us. Service times: 9am & 11am. This message is part of our ongoing Bible teaching through the book of Acts, rooted in expository preaching and a commitment to studying Scripture in context. Whether you're exploring faith or committed to following Jesus, this Christian sermon will help you understand the role of the Holy Spirit and how to live a Spirit-filled life. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org.

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This message is from Harvest Church's annual Easter in the Park service at Heritage Square Park on April 5th 2026   What if the resurrection of Jesus truly changes everything—not just historically, but personally? Because Jesus is alive, fear can give way to peace, guilt to forgiveness, and despair to real hope. This message invites you to consider how the risen Christ still transforms lives today. In this Easter message, we see three key truths: the resurrection restores hope, reassures us that Jesus is who He claimed to be, and offers life and purpose to all who believe. Through the empty tomb and Jesus' gracious response to His fearful followers, we're reminded that He meets us with peace, not condemnation. Jesus died for our sins and rose again so we could have forgiveness and new life. Because He lives, we can be born again to a living hope that begins now and lasts forever. Join us at Harvest Church in Arroyo Grande as we grow in God's Word, walk in authentic community, and worship Jesus together. Sunday services at 9am & 11am. Learn more at www.agharvest.org.

What does it really mean to belong to the church? For many, church is something we attend—but Scripture reveals it's something far deeper. In this message, we're reminded that being part of the church is not about a building, a title, or a role—it's about being brought into the family of God through Jesus Christ. If you've ever wrestled with your place in the church, felt disconnected, or wondered what your role truly is, this passage brings clarity and encouragement. God doesn't just save us individually—He calls us into something bigger: His people, united in Christ. In Acts 2:36–41, we witness the birth of the church at Pentecost. Peter boldly proclaims Jesus as both Lord and Christ, and the people respond with repentance and faith. From this moment, we see that church membership is not earned—it is a gift given through salvation. From there, the message unfolds in three clear movements: church membership is a gift, church members are called to unity, and church membership involves active participation. Drawing from passages like Ephesians 4 and Romans 12, we see how humility, love, and spiritual gifts shape the life of every believer within the body of Christ. At the center of it all is the gospel: Jesus Christ, crucified and risen, who forgives sin, fills us with His Spirit, and brings us into His church. Our identity is not found in a role or title, but in being children of God—saved by grace and called into His family. We'd love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church in Arroyo Grande. Come grow in God's Word, experience authentic community, and worship Jesus with us. Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with the Lord for years, there is a place for you here. Join us Sundays at 9am & 11am, and learn more at www.agharvest.org.

After failure, hesitation, and regret, what does restoration look like? At the end of the Gospel of John, Jesus meets Peter on the shore and asks him a piercing question: “Do you love Me?” It's not meant to shame him. It's meant to restore him. In this final passage of John, we see that following Jesus without hesitation begins with an honest look at the condition of our hearts. As we conclude our 18-month verse-by-verse study through John, we are reminded why this Gospel was written: that we might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing we may have life in His name (John 20:30–31). In John 21:15–25, Jesus confronts Peter's three denials with three loving questions. He distinguishes between a natural, brotherly love and a supernatural, self-sacrificing love. Peter answers honestly, and in that honesty, Jesus restores him and recommissions him: “Feed My lambs. Tend My sheep. Follow Me.” This passage presses three critical questions into our lives: - What kind of love do you have for Jesus? - Will you follow Jesus if it costs you everything? - Are you growing in your love, capacity, and commitment? Jesus not only restores Peter, He tells him that following faithfully will eventually cost him his life. And Peter follows anyway. The man who once denied Christ becomes the preacher of Acts 2, boldly proclaiming the Gospel as thousands are saved. He becomes the shepherd who exhorts others to care for the flock of God. Restoration led to growth. Growth led to fruitfulness. The same is true for us. Jesus is patient with our failures, but He calls us forward. He invites us to stop comparing our calling to others and to focus on one simple command: “You follow Me.” A fruitful life is found not in hesitation, but in wholehearted surrender. If you are in the Arroyo Grande area, we would love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church as we continue growing in God's Word, worshiping Jesus, and walking in authentic Christian community. Whether you are new to faith, returning to church, or looking to go deeper in your discipleship, there is a place for you here. Join us Sundays at 9am & 11am. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org. This message is part of our ongoing Bible teaching ministry at Harvest Church, where we are committed to verse-by-verse study, Christ-centered preaching, and clear expository preaching that equips people for following Jesus faithfully in everyday life.

After the resurrection, Jesus' first words to His fearful disciples were simple but powerful: “Peace be with you.” In John 20:11–23, we see anxious followers hiding behind locked doors, Mary Magdalene weeping outside the tomb, and hearts overwhelmed by confusion, grief, and uncertainty. Into that fear, the risen Christ steps and speaks peace.   This message explores why Jesus offered peace then — and why He still offers it today.   We all experience moments like the disciples: fear about the future, disappointment in our circumstances, and questions about what comes next. Yet this passage shows us that the presence of Jesus changes everything. Mary's tears turn into testimony, the disciples' fear becomes gladness, and their confusion becomes calling.   In this teaching, we learn:   • Jesus offers peace when we are scared and uncertain • Jesus offers peace that replaces fear with gladness and joy • Jesus offers peace, fills us with His Spirit, and calls us to a greater purpose   Biblical peace (eirēnē — similar to shalom) is more than calm feelings. It is wholeness, security, and confidence rooted in the presence of Christ Himself. God's peace is not found in perfect circumstances — it is found in a living Savior.   God's peace is followed by God's purpose.   Scripture: John 20:11–23 Join us as we discover the peace that only the risen Jesus can give.

On this special Say Yes Sunday, we reflect on what it means to live a life that leaves a lasting legacy and to respond faithfully when God calls us. Rooted in 1 Peter 4:7–11, this message reminds us that every believer has been gifted by God and called to steward those gifts in love, service, and faithfulness—for His glory and the good of others. We celebrate the countless ways people at Harvest Church have said “yes” to serving, giving, praying, and loving others, and share important news about an upcoming leadership transition at Harvest Church. In this message, you'll hear about:  • The power of saying “yes” to God's calling—at any stage of life  • A heartfelt celebration of the many volunteers and servants at Harvest Church  • An important announcement regarding the upcoming transition of Lead Pastor leadership: After 23 years of service, our Pastor Steve(Lead Pastor) shares how God is calling him into a new assignment, continuing to serve Harvest Church as Pastor Emeritus while also supporting pastors in the U.S. and abroad through Poimen Ministries. With the unanimous support of the elders, Curtis will step into the role of Lead Pastor as part of a thoughtful, prayerful transition. This transition will happen slowly over the next 9-10 months. When the transition of leadership is complete, it will be formalized on a Sunday morning with ceremony and celebration. Following the “passing of the baton”, Steve will, upon recommendation from trusted mentors, take a leave of absence for three months so that Pastor Curtis can begin to lead. We invite you to pray with us, celebrate God's work among us, and consider where He may be calling you to say yes and step into service. Thank you for being part of the Harvest Church family.

In John 19:31–42, we are brought face-to-face with the reality of Jesus' death—and the question it demands of every heart: What impact does the death of Jesus have on you? As Jesus' body is removed from the cross and laid in a borrowed tomb, Scripture reveals both fulfilled prophecy and exposed hearts. John records these events so that we might believe, and as we walk through this passage, we see three distinct responses to the death of Jesus: 1. Some who witnessed His death decided to believe in Him.
 From the fulfillment of Scripture to the piercing of His side, the evidence pointed clearly to Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. 2. Others continued in their unbelief.
 Even in the face of undeniable truth, hardened hearts chose to remain unmoved, blind to what God was clearly revealing. 3. At least a couple were moved to make their faith in Jesus public.
 Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus stepped out of the shadows, risking reputation and position to openly identify with Jesus through a costly and honorable burial. This message explores the theological and personal significance of Jesus' death—His role as the Passover Lamb, the meaning of the blood and water, the fulfillment of prophecy, and the call to repentance and belief. But more than information, this passage invites reflection. Does the cross still move you?
Do you mourn over your sin?
Are you willing to come out of the shadows with your faith? “These things are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.” (John 20:31)

We continue our study through the Gospel of John with John 19:16b–30, where we witness the crucifixion of Jesus and hear His final words from the cross: “It is finished.” Jesus finished His life well. The question for every one of us is simple—and unavoidable: How will you finish? In this message, we see that finishing well doesn't happen by accident. From Golgotha, Jesus shows us what a faithful life looks like all the way to the end. As He carries His own cross, fulfills God's plan, cares for others even in suffering, and completes the work the Father gave Him, we are challenged to follow His example. Together, we explore three essential truths: 1. Jesus carried His own cross; we must carry ours — dying to self and living fully for Christ. 2. Jesus knew His assignment; we must know ours — discovering God's purpose as we walk closely with Him. 3. Jesus finished His work; we must finish ours — remaining faithful to Jesus until our final breath. God had a plan for Jesus' life, and He has a plan for yours. The way we finish is shaped by how we live today. May this message encourage you to deny yourself, follow Jesus wholeheartedly, and commit to finishing your race well—for the glory of God.

How do we please God?   That question was asked during our Christmas Eve service—and Scripture gives us a clear answer. Hebrews 11:6 tells us that without faith it is impossible to please God. But what does real, biblical faith actually look like in everyday life?   In this message from December 28, 2025, we begin our study in Hebrews 11:1–2, discovering how faith is demonstrated—not just believed.   Faith is not blind optimism or wishful thinking. It is a confident trust in the character of God that shapes how we pray, worship, serve, and obey. Scripture shows us that genuine faith always produces visible fruit.   In this sermon, we explore three ways faith is demonstrated:   1️⃣ By our assurance and conviction about things unseen Faith believes God hears our prayers, receives our worship, and is present even when we cannot see Him.   2️⃣ By how we live The people of old were commended because their faith caused them to live differently. True faith changes our priorities, actions, and daily decisions.   3️⃣ By our obedience to God's Word God's Word is our roadmap and our mirror. Biblical faith responds with obedience—being doers of the Word, not hearers only (James 1:22–25).   As Warren Wiersbe said, “True biblical faith is confident obedience to God's Word, regardless of circumstances or consequences.” And as Oswald Chambers reminds us, faith is trusting God's character even when His ways are not fully understood.   As we reflect on the year behind us, we end with an important question: How have you demonstrated your faith in 2025?  

Christmas is more than a season—it's the moment hope stepped into our darkness.   In this Christmas Eve message, we celebrate the birth of Jesus and the unshakable hope found in Him. Through the Christmas story and a powerful reminder that light matters most when the world feels dark, we're reminded that Jesus did not come into a perfect world—He came into a broken one, bringing light, life, and salvation.   This message explores three reasons we can confidently place our hope in God:   - God is always on time — Jesus arrived exactly when the world needed Him most (Galatians 4:4). - God cares about ordinary people — The first announcement of Jesus' birth was given to shepherds, reminding us that no one is overlooked by God (Luke 2:8–16). - God always keeps His promises — He sent a Savior just as He said He would, proving His faithfulness and love (John 3:16).   Jesus is the Light that shines in the darkness—and the darkness has not overcome it.  

This is the season when we celebrate the birth of Jesus—the Savior of the world. But the Gospel of John reminds us that Jesus was born with a purpose: to endure the cross.   In John 19:1–16, we see what Jesus willingly endured—betrayal, denial, scourging, rejection, and crucifixion. Though Pilate found no guilt in Him, Jesus was beaten, mocked, and delivered to be crucified. He knew what awaited Him, and He went through it anyway.   Hebrews 12:2 tells us that Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before Him. Because He loves you.   In this message, we look at:   How Jesus endured the cross so that we might find healing   How His suffering brings life instead of death   Why Jesus endured the cross so that He might be your King   Isaiah 53 and 1 Peter 2 remind us that by His wounds we are healed—spiritually, physically, and relationally. The cross was not an accident; it was the plan of God to redeem humanity.   The question remains for all of us: Is Jesus your King?  

In this message, we return to the Gospel of John with a powerful passage in John 18:28–40, where Jesus stands before Pontius Pilate.   From a human perspective, Jesus has been betrayed by Judas, arrested unjustly, and denied by Peter — His closest followers have faltered, and the crowd is about to reject Him. Yet behind every setback is a deeper reality:   Nothing is falling apart. Everything is unfolding exactly according to God's plan.   In this moment of pressure and opposition, Jesus shows us:   Boldness over fear   Commitment over confusion   Mission over comfort   Jesus doesn't defend Himself to protect His life — He surrenders it to secure our salvation. His Kingdom is not of this world, but His rescue mission was for this world, for humanity — for us.   This message calls believers to move: From fear → to faith From apprehension → to Spirit-filled boldness From comfort → to Kingdom calling

This week, Pastor Steve Henry continues our journey through the Gospel of John as we examine Peter's denial of Jesus in John 18:12–27. Though Peter's moment is famous, Scripture shows that we too deny Christ—through compromise, silence, fear, and living for our own comfort. Pastor Steve walks us through three reasons Peter denied Jesus: 1. He wasn't willing to jeopardize his comfort. 2. He was afraid of people. 3. He let emotions—not the Holy Spirit—govern his commitment. But Peter's story doesn't end in failure. He repented, he was restored, and he lived a bold, sacrificial life for Christ. His transformation invites us to ask: Does my life demonstrate repentance? Am I confessing Christ or denying Him? Join us as we learn from Peter's mistakes, embrace true repentance, and rediscover what wholehearted discipleship looks like in a world that often prefers comfort over conviction.

When life feels out of control, can we still trust that God is in control? This week, Pastor Steve continues our study on God's Sovereignty, exploring what it truly means to trust God when life doesn't make sense.   From Job to Joseph, Scripture reminds us that nothing happens apart from the counsel of God—and yet, God doesn't cause everything to happen. We live in a broken world, but we can choose to: 1️⃣ Worship God when we don't understand, 2️⃣ Believe there's something bigger underway, and 3️⃣ Be patient and faithful as His plan unfolds.   As we abide in Christ and trust His love, plan, and justice, we can rest in the truth that our Sovereign God is always in control.  

This Family Sunday, Pastor Steve Henry pauses our Gospel of John series to focus on a powerful truth: Nothing can happen to you that doesn't first pass the counsel of God.   Through the stories of Job, Joseph, and King David, we're reminded that even in seasons of suffering, betrayal, and uncertainty, God's sovereign hand is still at work. His wisdom is higher, His plan is greater, and His love is unchanging.   In this message, we learn three important responses when life doesn't make sense: 1️⃣ Choose to worship God—especially when you don't understand. 2️⃣ Believe there is something bigger underway. 3️⃣ Be patient and faithful as God's plan unfolds.   Join us as we find rest in the same truth that comforted the saints before us: God's sovereignty is the pillow upon which we lay our heads.  

In this powerful message from John 18:1–11, Pastor Steve Henry walks us through Jesus' betrayal in the Garden of Gethsemane and reveals how we can respond when betrayal comes into our own lives. Before the cross, Jesus modeled three key principles:   1. Worship — keeping our eyes fixed on God   2. Stay humble — trusting God's higher purposes   3. Face your challenge with faith — surrendering to God's will   Betrayal is painful, but in the hands of God, it becomes an opportunity to reflect Christ.  

If you belong to Jesus, He is praying for you.   In this powerful passage from John 17, Jesus prays His high priestly prayer — not only for His disciples, but for you. He prays for your protection, your growth, your unity with other believers, and your eternal future with Him.   Key Points:   1. Jesus prays for your safety — protection from the evil one as we live out the gospel mission. 2. Jesus prays for your sanctification — setting you apart for His holy purposes. 3. Jesus prays for our unity — so that the world may believe. 4. Jesus prays that we might join Him in heaven — to see His glory. 5. Jesus prays that we may know the Father's love and walk in closeness with Him.  

“I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do.” - John 17:4 This Communion Sunday, we continue through the Gospel of John and come to John 17—often called “The High Priestly Prayer.” Here, Jesus lifts His eyes to heaven and prays to the Father, revealing the mutual glorification between the Father and the Son. Through His suffering, obedience, death, and resurrection, Jesus glorified the Father and accomplished the work He was sent to do. Can you also say — with Jesus — that you've glorified God on the earth and accomplished the work He gave you to do?   In this message, we look at: • How Jesus set His mind on glorifying the Father, no matter the cost • Why we can have confidence in God's plan and purpose for our lives • What it means to partner with the Father in accomplishing His work on earth  

In this message, Pastor Steve continues our study through John 16, where Jesus prepares His disciples for the world's hatred and the reality of persecution.   This week's message is especially heavy as we reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, a man who boldly proclaimed his faith in Christ. His life—and his death—remind us that the world is not our home and that following Jesus comes at a cost.   From John 16:1-15, we see three truths in Jesus' words:   1. His warning prepares us so we do not fall away.   2. His warning reminds us that we have work to do as witnesses of the Gospel.   3. His warning reassures us that the Holy Spirit will equip us to endure life's challenges.   The Spirit of God convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment—and empowers believers to live boldly for Christ, even in the face of suffering.   May Charlie's legacy and Jesus' words remind us to live with eternal purpose and to trust the Spirit's power in our lives.   —

In John 16:1-4, Jesus warns His disciples about coming persecution and prepares them so they won't fall away when opposition arises. Pastor Steve Henry continues last week's theme from 2 Corinthians 4:17. Looking at the example of Stephen's martyrdom in Acts 7, Pastor Steve contrasts empty religion with true Christianity. Religion is man's attempt to reach God through outward works, but true Christianity is God reaching out to us through Christ—saving us by grace through faith and giving us new life. Even when persecution comes from within the church, Jesus reminds us that we belong to Him, and He has already warned us so that we may stand firm in faith. —

Panelists John Hood President, John William Pope Foundation Carl Blackstone President and CEO, Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce

In John 15:18-27, Jesus shifts from speaking about love to warning His disciples about the world's hatred. As followers of Christ, we are reminded that this world is not our home, and that opposition and persecution are inevitable for those who live by a biblical worldview.   In this message, Pastor Steve Henry unpacks three key truths:   - The hatred of the world reminds us that this world is not our home.   - The hatred of the world reminds us that we belong to Jesus.   - The hatred of the world reminds us that we are not alone—the Holy Spirit empowers us to endure and to bear witness to Christ.   Even in the face of hostility, we hold fast to the eternal perspective: "For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison." (2 Corinthians 4:17, ESV)   —

Walking with Jesus -- True Christianity -- is the most challenging, yet rewarding path you'll ever walk. In John 15:12-17, Jesus commands us to love one another as He has loved us—a love that is only possible through the power of the Holy Spirit.  True Christianity:  1. Requires Humanly Impossible Love 2. Requires Humanly Impossible Obedience 3. Produces Humanly Impossible Fruitfulness Only God can make these impossibilites possible in our lives. In this message, Pastor Steve Henry unpacks how abiding in Christ fuels our faith, empowers us to forgive, and transforms our lives into lasting fruit for God's glory.

In a world where everything changes, Jesus remains unshakably faithful. In John 14:22-31, we see His promise to never leave us, to empower us through the Holy Spirit, and to one day take us home to be with Him forever. Pastor Steve reminds us that God's faithfulness calls us to be faithful in return—living out our love for Him through obedience and trust.

In John 15:1-11, Jesus calls Himself the True Vine and urges us to abide in Him, promising that apart from Him, we can do nothing. In this message, Pastor Steve Henry unpacks what it means to remain connected to Christ—our source of life and fruitfulness. Discover how abiding shapes our desires, produces spiritual fruit, and fills us with love and joy. Staying connected to Jesus is the only way to live a life that glorifies God.

Harvest Church Arroyo Grande - Sunday July 13th, 2025   “Jesus Is All About Love” — drawn from John 13:31–38 — highlights one of the most powerful themes of Jesus' ministry: love demonstrated, commanded, and sustained. After Judas departs to betray Him, Jesus turns to His remaining disciples and gives them what He calls a new commandment: "Love one another, just as I have loved you."   In this message, Pastor Steve Henry explores how Jesus' love is more than a feeling or phrase — it's action. It's selfless. It's sacrificial. It's enduring. And it's what sets His followers apart in the world.   This sermon walks us through:   1. How Jesus' love is proven through His obedience and actions   2. How we are called to love others with that same Christlike love   3. How Jesus' love remains constant, even when we falter   Jesus' love took Him to the cross. Jesus' love met Peter's denial with grace. Jesus' love still pursues you today.  

Harvest Church Arroyo Grande - Sunday July 6th, 2025   “Jesus Is All About Redemption” — drawn from John  13:18–30 — takes us into one of the most sobering and revealing moments in the Gospels: the betrayal by Judas. In contrast to Jesus' example of humble service, Judas represents pride, secrecy, and ultimate rebellion. Yet even toward Judas, Jesus extended grace.   In this message, Pastor Steve Henry reminds us that Jesus knew Judas' heart — yet He still washed his feet. He still offered the bread. He still extended a chance to repent.   This sermon walks us through:   1. The contrast between Jesus' humility and Judas' betrayal   2. The prophetic fulfillment of Psalm 41:9   3. God's ongoing invitation to choose life and redemption  

As we continue on in our summer series of messages, our friend Steve Henry shares from Jesus' teaching to the disciples in Matt 9:37-38.   Where should we as believers place our efforts to be used by God to reach the world?  We focus in on the Harvest (those who need the gospel), prayer as the work because the harvest belongs to the Lord, and the Church as the workers that God chose to use in the harvest.What a privilege to be called by God to share his hope in our world

Harvest Church Arroyo Grande - Sunday June 8th, 2025   “We Follow Jesus by Following His Example” — based on John 13:12–17 — invites us to reassess true greatness in God's kingdom. In this sermon, Pastor Steve Henry shares how Jesus didn't just teach humility and service — He demonstrated it by washing His disciples' feet.   Pastor Steve breaks down three core truths from Jesus' example:   1. Jesus Modeled with words and actions (v. 12–14)   2. Jesus Modeled humility and servanthood (v. 15–16)   3. Jesus Modeled the pathway to a blessed life (v. 17)   This message reminds us that:   - Serving others is central — not a burden, but a kingdom priority.   - True joy and blessing come through service, not being served.   - Our faith must be active, living out the gospel in real ways.   You'll also be challenged with 10 practical ways to serve — from listening compassionately and offering help to forgiveness and hospitality. Whether you're just starting your walk or have been on the journey for years, this teaching will ignite your heart toward action, humility, and deepened joy.  

Harvest Church Arroyo Grande - Sunday June 15th, 2025 "For God So Loved the World" | John 13:1–11  In this powerful message, Pastor Steve walks us through John 13 and the unforgettable moment when Jesus washes His disciples' feet. More than just an act of service, this moment is a vivid picture of the Gospel. We explore three truths: 1. Jesus loves you and has a plan for your life and eternity. 2. Unless Jesus washes you, you have no inheritance in Him. 3. Jesus explains the believer's need for sanctification. Through this humble act, Jesus reveals His love, His mission, and the cleansing work only He can do. This message challenges us to receive His grace, walk in holiness, and follow His example of servant-hearted love. #Gospel #JesusLovesYou #John13 #Sanctification #HarvestChurchAG #Sermon

Faith is Essential to Believe in Jesus | John 12:35–50 1. By faith, you must believe that Jesus is the Light of the World. 2. Believing requires faith; we walk by faith, not by sight. 3. Believing in Jesus is rewarded with salvation.   Jesus performed signs, fulfilled prophecy, and spoke truth straight from the Father—so why did so many still not believe? In this message, we unpack why faith is essential to truly believe and follow Jesus. Evidence matters, but faith is what brings it to life. If you've ever wrestled with doubt or wondered what it really means to trust Jesus, this message is for you.

Harvest Church Arroyo Grande - Sunday June 1st, 2025

In this episode of the Weinberg in the World podcast, Aimee Resnick '26 interviews Priscilla Vail-Caldwell '85, founder of Vail-Caldwell Projects. Priscilla shares her undergraduate experiences at Northwestern, including impactful classes and internships that shaped her career in the arts. She discusses her current role as an advisor and curator, helping clients build art collections with a focus on research and quality. Aimee: Welcome to the Weinberg in the World Podcast, where we bring you stories of interdisciplinary thinking in today's complex world. My name is Aimee Resnick and I am your student host of the special podcast episode. I'm a senior studying social policy at Northwestern University who plans to pursue public administration in my home state of Colorado. Today, I'm very excited to be speaking with Priscilla Vail-Caldwell, who is the founder of the consulting firm, Vail-Caldwell Projects. Thank you, Priscilla for taking the time to speak with me today. Priscilla: Thank you, Aimee, for having me. Aimee: Of course. To start us off today, we were wondering if you can just tell us a little bit more about your time at Northwestern as an undergraduate in terms of what did you study and what were the impactful experiences you had at Northwestern that led you to your current career? Priscilla: I think one thing to note is that I came to Northwestern following a year of study abroad in France. As a senior, I studied in France, and then I came to Northwestern with an idea that I wanted to be at a big university near a city. Logistics had something to do with actually my choice of university, and I think it had to do with the fact that I had this experience that had really kind of opened my mind up about the world, essentially. There was that, and for some reason I declared an art history major very early on in my time at Northwestern. I think as a freshman, I had already decided that that was what I was going to do. You had asked what was one of the transformative experiences that I had at school, and I was thinking that ironically, in a way, I think it may have been a studio art class that I took because it was very rigorous and I enjoyed it, and I had a lot of respect for the other students in the class who I thought were gifted than I was. And I then realized that that wasn't really what I should be doing, but I still wanted to be involved in the arts, and I wanted to be involved in art history and working with objects. I always enjoyed those big introductory courses, sort of identifying paintings, and it seemed like a game to me, really. And I enjoyed that. And then frankly, learning about history through the lens of art. That was always something that kind of compelled me. I think another thing that I did while I was on campus, and I do think this is something that big universities offer, especially ones like Northwestern that are near a city like Chicago, are the opportunities to work in different situations outside of the university campus. I always worked, while I was at Northwestern, I waitressed, I did all sorts of things in order to earn extra money, and I found a job at a gallery downtown in Chicago called Frumkin & Struve. It's no longer in existence, but at the time, it was one of the big galleries downtown. And I worked there every Saturday. And then I had time in my schedule during the week, and I would work there usually one day during the week as well. And Bill and Debbie Struve were the principals of the gallery, and they gave me a lot... I mean, for a college student, they gave me a lot of responsibility, and they really brought me into the fold in a sense. So, I was included in all sorts of things, and the dinners for the artists, and I got to meet a lot of the artists that they were working with. And it was exciting and engaging, and I thought that that seemed like the kind of life I wanted to lead. I enjoyed the interaction with the artists primarily. Aimee: Oh, I totally empathize with your studio art experience, I'm taking painting right now, and there are some incredible painters in that class. But I also wanted to just say, I think that your experience having a really meaningful internship in Chicago is a good reminder to students to look outside the Northwestern bubble for opportunities as they're going through school. And I was wondering if you could tell us a little bit more about what you do at Vail-Caldwell Projects now that you're in New York. Priscilla: Well, I'm an advisor and a curator, and I've had my own advisory business now for the last... I think it's been about eight years. I've always been in the professional... I've always been in the commercial art world, but in this iteration, I advise private people who are building collections on acquiring works of art for the collection. We're building things oftentimes from the ground up. Oftentimes, I will start working on a project with somebody and there will be nothing essentially, and we will work on that together and build something that is meaningful and very specific in every single case with every client that I work with. All my projects are very, very different. There are clients that I work with who buy only the work of one artist. There are clients that I work with who focus very specifically on certain kinds of movements in, for instance, the California Light and Space Movement. There are people who are interested in collecting works by female artists. It all ends up having very different kinds of focuses. Each one of the projects allows me to apply my research skills and learn a lot alongside whoever it is that I'm advising, oftentimes about different aspects of the art world. I see what I do, as always, very research-based and obviously sort of a search for quality and also to include different voices in any kind of project that I work on. I also have a very strong background in modern American painting. I have this kind of hybrid experience where I oftentimes advise people on the purchase of work by contemporary and emerging artists, but I have a strong background in historic American painting. Many of my curatorial projects have been focused on the works of some of the seminal painters of the 20th century. I've done a series of exhibitions at Paul Kasmin Gallery on the work of Stuart Davis. I worked with Kasmin on a number of projects. Another one was a exhibition of sculptures by Elie Nadelman, who is artist who came to the United States from Europe and is considered part of the canon of modern American painting or sculpture, really. He's not a painter, he is a sculptor. I've also done projects with smaller galleries where I've curated relevant shows of young, relatively unknown artists. And that's always fun. I enjoy doing that. That's really a wonderful way for me to dive in and learn about what's going on out there amongst a group of recent graduates. So that's always exciting and I enjoy that kind of work very, very much. And currently, I think one of the things that I've just started working on is a collaboration with a gallery in London called Pi Artworks and an artist who they represent, whose name is Jyll Bradley. So I also advise the estate of Stuart Davis. Aimee: Yes, it does. And I have a related question, which is that you mentioned having worked with a lot of different genres and periods and different artists in this realm of art history. And while you were going through your education in your early career, was there a certain artist or movement that was particularly influential or touching to you? Priscilla: I'm going to answer that question by giving you a little bit more of my background. I left Northwestern, I moved to New York, and I took a job at a small gallery. And that year of working there were like three people on staff. That was an experience that taught me that I wanted to go back to school and learn to become more expert on something. I wasn't sure exactly what that was going to be, but I needed more skills actually in order to have the sort of job in the art world that I envisioned. I was accepted at Williams, which a small... Everybody's always confused because it's a college, but it has two graduate programs, and one of them is an art history program that's associated with the Clark Art Institute. I was one of 12 students in that following year, entering in to a two-year program. I had the good fortune of... Linda Nochlin was the visiting professor at the time who, if you're not familiar with Linda Nochlin, she was, she died a few years ago, one of the great feminist revisionist art historians of her time. And so studying with Linda, I began to look into the histories of certain artists like Eva Hesse and Jackie Winsor. Eva Hesse, of course, has been dead for many, many years. Jackie Winsor just died recently. At that moment in time, and I'm still very moved by the work and very interested in it, but I was very much focused on the work of minimalist and post-minimalist female sculptors to be extremely specific. That experience studying with Linda and looking into the histories of these women and the difficulties that they faced in a world that discriminates against women was eye-opening for me. And it's informed everything that I've probably done since. Aimee: Well, that's very interesting. And I think it's fascinating how some of these formative pieces of art really brought your eye into the future and your current work. And I know at the Block Museum on campus, we've had several exhibits that kind of follow in line with the types of art that you've just described in terms of the revisionist view of art history, the modernism with their Arabic art exhibit not too long ago. And I'm going to transition us to that because you're currently a member of the Block Museum Advisory Committee, and I just want to hear more about the work that you do there and then how you use that as a way to bring volunteerism and philanthropy into your professional career. Priscilla: I have always felt that volunteering my time to certain organizations in the art world is as important as the work that I do professionally. The idea of giving back, which I think frankly is something that either is kind of... For me, it's something that was ingrained in me as a young person. I try to only align myself with organizations whose missions I agree with. And that kind of mission usually includes a sort of mentorship for young artists so that there's a teaching element, which I think is really important. And also this sense of inclusion and diversity in institutions at every level. It's not just the artists that you're showing, but also in integration into the organization itself so that it represents the world in a sense. I mean, that's kind of big, but I think you get the gist of what I'm saying. I sit on the advisory board, and I mean, I think that I help in a number of different ways, but I have a feeling that my experience in the commercial art world and my interaction with lots of different artists and different galleries helps the director and the curatorial department in different ways. I can shed some insight sometimes that is useful. And of course, there are other people on the advisory board, not just me, who have similar experiences. My colleague Steve Henry, who is a classmate of mine, is one of the directors, one of the partners, not directors at Paula Cooper Gallery here in New York, so he sits on the advisory board with me as well. I think Lisa has been very wise in the way that she's chosen the members of her board, where we all contribute important things in different ways. Aimee: Absolutely. And I'm curious, outside of the Block, what other organizations do you volunteer your time to? Priscilla: Right now, the Block is my focus, but I was for a long time on the board of an organization here in New York. It's actually on Long Island City called Sculpture Center, which is a Kunsthalle and a place that essentially acts as an exhibition space oftentimes for artists who live outside the United States to have their first museum exhibition here in the US. It's a place of discovery, I think for a lot of people. It's a place that is very research-based, and they have a very knowledgeable curatorial staff that is very involved in the international art world. They do that. And then they also do a very, what I think is a really important annual exhibition that is an open call to artists that is directed at younger emerging artists, again, who haven't exhibited in an institutional space. And there are funds provided and mentorship provided. And it's a kind of learning lab for a group of artists who then create a group show. There's also a curator who's hired from outside who comes up with a theme for the show, and then they work together to put on these annual exhibitions. And they're amazing shows, and they do great work, and it's a very rich environment. Aimee: Next time I'm in New York, I'd love to come see the gallery. That is so interesting. Priscilla: It's a beautiful space. It's a beautiful, beautiful space in Long Island City. I would be happy to take you there, so let's do that. Aimee: Thank you. Priscilla: Yeah. Aimee: I think we're going to pivot a little bit from your specific career more to the field of art history on the whole, and a big part of being in art history is curating relationships with your clients, which you mentioned previously. What is your advice for students who are looking to foster quick relationships with other people, be it interviewers, co-workers, anyone in the professional world that they need to have a really strong bond with? Priscilla: Well, I will say that when... I did a lot of research on people before I meet them, so that at least I understand what it is that they do, what some of their interests might be. I feel like... I mean, in any case, in any field, if you're going into an interview, if you're meeting somebody for the first time, if it's an important engagement of any sort, it's really good to know who it is, who you're talking to. I think first of all, I would say do your research and figure out, find some interesting things to talk about that will interest the person who you are meeting with. And also will give them a sense that you actually know who they are. I think that's always... That's just flattering for one thing, and it also makes you look like you've paid attention. I used to take every opportunity to go out and do things, and I mean, I go to a lot of openings. I get myself into situations where I will meet people. I think that it can be uncomfortable. You might not know anybody where you're going. You could feel sort of nervous and shy, but I think you have to push yourself to be in situations where you might not feel comfortable, but something will come out of it almost inevitably, and you'll walk away knowing somebody who you didn't know before, and you never know where that's going to lead you. I'm a big believer in that, and I sort of feel like I have two personas. I have the person who doesn't like to do those sorts of things, and then I have the person who has to get up in the morning and go to work and for whom it's a requirement. I think those are two bits of advice that I would have. I mean, for students at Northwestern, of course, if they're looking to create networks for themselves, I mean, they have one, right? I mean, you all have an amazing network through the university, and you have professors who want to support and help you. Again, even though I think sometimes it's difficult to push yourself to go in and talk to your professors, they are there for that reason and they want to support the student body and see them be successful and help you to find things outside of the university that will engage you and also perhaps end up being a path towards a career. I don't know if all of that necessarily answers your question, but you've got... I think sometimes you wake up in the morning and you think that you don't have the tools at your fingertips, but you do and you just have to press the button. Aimee: That's good advice. I think a lot of times students at Northwestern are too timid to take advantage of many of those resources. That's really good advice. I have a little bit of background for this last question, which is that I, myself, was an artist history major for two years, dropping the major because I realized I was never going to get a job in art history because I don't necessarily have a family background or the connections to leverage to get a job in art history. And I was just curious, understanding that art history enrollment is rapidly declining. The cover story of the Nation magazine in early April was about how art history enrollment is declining. What advice would you offer to people who might not traditionally undertake a career in art history who are interested in becoming art historians or people in the art world? Priscilla: I think that oftentimes when people approach the idea of being an art historian or being in the art world, that they don't think broadly enough about all of the different things that happen in the art world. Of course, the glamorous jobs are to be a curator at a museum and to be a director or a principal at a gallery. And frankly, not everybody... I mean, as far as gallery work is concerned, really... I mean, there's curation going on, but it's sales primarily. So that might not be for everybody for one thing. Sales is not exactly the job that everybody wants to have. But what I've been thinking about a lot recently, and certainly a lot of the people in the art world who I rely very, very heavily on and whose expertise is impressive are there are registrarial departments at galleries and museums. Those are people who work with the objects and who have to deal with whether it's insurance or packing or moving objects from one country to another. And all of these things, while it may sound less glamorous, are still very interesting and complicated. And so those are jobs, I think that certainly registrarial departments, we depend on them. They're extremely important. And they have their own networks as well, by the way. There's also art restoration and working directly with objects, which is an interesting kind of combination of the scientific and the art historical. Especially for people who are interested in the sciences, there's an application for that in the art world. And there's a lot of ways of... There's all sorts of things that happen like carbon dating and various different X-ray techniques and all sorts of things that help to say define an object isn't really what I mean. But you have to understand organic chemistry in order to be a painting conservator. I think that we should think maybe differently about the art world a little bit than we do sometimes. And art history will inform all of those things. I mean, all of those people who are working in those different departments need to understand art history. They probably wouldn't even be doing that work unless they did. But you can come at it from a different angle. And I think that that's something that should probably be more emphasized. We need more art conservators out there. We really do. And there are a lot of objects to work on. Aimee: Definitely. Definitely. And I have one more follow-up question on that, which is my worst job I ever worked was at the American Museum of Western Art. I love the museum. I think it's a beautiful museum. I love pictures of cowboys, my favorite genre, but at the same time, it was just scanning documents all day as an unpaid internship. And I think that finances are often a really big barrier to entry for people in art history, given the precedence of unpaid internships, years long fellowships where you're not compensated. I'm just going to narrow in on my question, which is what advice would you give to people from non-traditional backgrounds who want to pursue a job in art history at all? Priscilla: Well, a lot of graduate programs now are fully funded, so that might be something to explore a little bit. I know that for instance, Williams, there are a lot of... I don't know that every single one of them, but many of those students are fully funded and also receive help with living expenses, health insurance, all of their expenses are accounted for. That isn't exactly what you're asking me. But I do think that it's good to... If art history is something that you're serious about, and frankly, if something you're serious about an advanced degree is something to consider, there are programs that will essentially fully fund you to study. So that's one potential way. The art world's a little hard actually in terms of entry-level jobs, and people aren't really paid a living wage. And I would like to know a way around that, too. It's a funny thing. It does prevent a lot of people who are gifted and able and should have access to the field, it probably prevents them from entering the field and that's our loss really. Aimee: I totally agree. And hopefully, we'll see some change in that arena during our lifetimes. Priscilla: I hope so. Yeah. I wish I had a better answer to your question, but also I think that when people go in for interviews, sometimes you are hesitant to be realistic about what you need. And I do think that there's no harm in being forthright about that. That's just a practicality, and you should expect it. Aimee: Yes, self-advocacy is very important. And I think that leads us to our very last question. This is our closeout question we ask every interviewee, which is what advice would you give to a senior in college who is about to graduate? From any field, from any major, what advice do you have for young people in this transitional moment? Priscilla: Well, try not to be discouraged. The world is in upheaval right now, but it won't remain that way. Or I think that we hope that it won't, and we've got to believe that it won't. And that it's funny. This is a kind of big question right now, Aimee. Also, don't close yourself off to opportunities that may not fit exactly into the vision of what you have for yourself. I mean, we do meander sometimes, and I think that it's actually important to because you learn a lot about yourself when you sort of take a fork in the road that you didn't expect that you might. I guess proceed without fear if it's possible, and have confidence in yourself. I mean, anybody who's graduating from Northwestern has done an amazing... They're capable. You're able. You can go out there and get it done. So yeah, I guess we all just remain... I know it sounds sort of like trite, but be positive. Aimee: Absolutely. That's all we can do. All we can do is control our own- Priscilla: Yeah. And fight and stand up for the things that you believe in. Give me the opportunity. Say it, say it out loud. Say what you mean. Don't be scared that somebody might disagree with you. Aimee: Absolutely. It's tough to keep that in mind with the current challenges the university is facing, but that is very good advice. I just want to say in general, thank you so much for your great advice and for chatting with us today. I think this podcast will be so helpful to many students who are interested in either going into art history or just looking at the state of the world right now. So thank you for being with us. Priscilla: Aimee, thank you. You're a very impressive young woman, I appreciate the invitation and it was fun talking to you. Aimee: Thank you. So to all of our listeners, thank you for listening to this special episode of the Weinberg in the World Podcast. We hope you have a great day and go Cats.

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