Extra Takes

Engage | The Church

Listen in as Pastor Josh and Matt Shiles discuss the foundation of the Engage series, focusing on the church's divine intention birthed out of and for God's mission. Pastor Josh emphasizes that the church isn't a human invention but a part of God's grand design.
They'll unpack the main point that challenges the misconception that the church gave birth to its mission. Instead, emphasizing that God's mission gave birth to the church. 
You'll also find out if Matt Shiles is guilty of snudgery!

Welcome to 2024!

In this first episode of 2024, Matt Shiles joins Pastor Josh as he shares additional insights and discussions related to the most recent sermon by Dr. Ed Stetzer, focusing on representing Jesus and His Kingdom. They explore the question of how to represent Jesus well in the context of a new year, political season, and talk about Pastor Josh's upcoming sermon series. The conversation covers various topics, including the importance of gaining a new perspective, the challenges of the current cultural moment, and the need to guard against consuming worldview-shaping content that may affect one's outlook.

Happy New Year From PJ and Friends

Start your new year off right with Pastor Josh talking about the value of looking back and reflecting on where we've been. Matt Shiles and Joe Curtis join in for this short retrospective, and a preview of sermon series we'll have in 2024.

Memories of the Advent | Community: Part 2 of 2

Pastor Josh, Matt Shiles, and Joe Curtis continue the discussion of the Memories of Advent - Community sermon, (for surprise callings you need a support community) and also discussion of Mary's Magnificat.

Memories of the Advent | Community Part 1 of 2

Listen in as Pastor Josh is joined by Matt Shiles and Joe Curtis to go deeper into this week's sermon concerning how surprise callings require a support community. The four questions are covered: Why do you need community, where do you find such community, what does community look like, and what happens when you find community. 

Memories of the Advent | Surrender

Join Matt Shiles and Pastor Josh as they dive deeper into this week's sermon concerning how "Mary's memories to shape our present manners".  Josh goes deeper into his main point: "God's surprises require our surrender", and explains what happens when a person does not surrender. Pastor Josh also explains what it is to really meet Jesus.

Redeeming No Part 3

In this week's episode, Pastor Derwin Anderson joins Matt Shiles and Pastor Josh to discuss part 3 of the Redeeming No series. Listen in as Pastor Derwin digs down into his sermon based on when to say Yes; Say Yes to self care, serving others, salvation, and sanctification. You'll also hear Pastors Josh and Derwin discuss what goes into the planning of a sermon.

Redeeming No (Part 2) | The Depths of No

In this episode of Extra Takes with Pastor Josh and pinch hitter Tom Horvath, dive deep into this weekend's sermon on redeeming the word 'no' by Pastor Josh. Listen as they unpack the main point, "Learning the X's and O's to your yeses and noes will glorify Christ and make you wiser in all aspects of life". Hear about the live poll conducted during the service, and about peoples' struggles with saying 'no' and the fear of disappointing others.  Also, Tom shares leadership insights on balancing time within the context of the church, aligning with the core value of balance. 

Redeeming ”No” Part 1

Join Pastor Josh  and Matt Shiles as they provide insights into the new series on redeeming the word "no." The series is based on the book "No is a Beautiful Word" by guest preacher Pastor Kevin Harney. Pastor Josh shares his connection with Pastor Kevin, starting from their meeting at Wheaton College. The podcast delves into the process of how PJ and Joni met with Pastor Kevin and his wife in California, the unique experience of playing golf at Pebble Beach, and the unfolding events leading to PJ's role as the teaching pastor at Shoreline with the intention of eventually becoming the lead pastor. The episode also touches on unexpected developments at another church where PJ was part-time, adding a layer of complexity to the decision-making process.

Ruth | Ruth - More Than Enough (Ch. 4)

Join Pastor Josh, Matt Shiles and special guest Joe Curtis as they discuss the final sermon in the series of Ruth. Listen in as Matt and Joe ask clarifying questions to wrap up this series.