Messages from Counterculture Church in Portland, Oregon with Jesse Lusko and other speakers. To love Portland as Jesus loves us.
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To close out our Adult Swim series, we're talking about anger. Why Jonah was so angry, what anger does to us, and how forgiveness can end the vicious cycle of evil. Jonah 4Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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This week we're taking another step into our "Adult Swim: Jonah for Grownups" series. In the third chapter of Jonah, we talk about God's compassion & justice and how, if we're not careful, the oppressed can easily become the oppressor. Jonah 3Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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In this week's addition to our series Adult Swim: Jonah For Grown Ups, we get into a part of the book that has made it stand out to countless readers. Far more than just being about a fish, our passage takes us deeper into the human story and how we find more of ourselves in Jonah than we may think. Jonah 1:17 - 2:10.…
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For this week's addition to our series "Jonah for Grownups", we look at another movement in the first chapter of Jonah. There's more to the beginning of Jonah than you might think. Jonah 1:4-16.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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This week we're kicking off a new series through the book of Jonah. We'll start by looking at the context and why God wanted to send Jonah to Nineveh as well as what Jonah's response tells us about his character. Jonah 1:1-3.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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This week we're exploring the intersection between art & faith. Beauty has an eternal and divine quality... join us as we look for the source. Ecclesiastes 3:9-14.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Join us for a message our of Zechariah 4:6-10. We're getting into what we do: working, parenting, studying, etc. and how God cares so much about it. Whatever we do, we're called to do it well and with God.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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This week we have a standalone message from a special guest. Our friend Gabe Garcia brings a message out of John 2:1-12 about God, miracles, and what it all means.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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In this week's standalone message, we're getting into worship. What it is, why it matters, and where we go wrong along the way. Join us for this teaching out of Jeremiah 2:11-13.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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This week we have special guest Josh Bowers bringing a timely message from Acts 2:1-13 about the Holy Spirit and its special power to unite and bring restoration to individuals and communities.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Join us for this standalone message out of Psalm 65. We'll look at the beauty of the Earth, how God feels about it all, and what He invites us into.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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For our final message in our IRL series we'll be looking at the the popular story of doubting Thomas. Teaching out of John 20:24-31, we'll see what this passage has to tell us about the nature of reality, what it means for skeptics, and how we're called to live in light of this.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Join us for another week of our IRL series where we look at the story of Jesus and and the criminal from Luke 23:32-45. We'll see what this passage tells us about the cross, what it reveals about God, and how it subverts the empire.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Jumping back into our IRL series, we're taking a look at the story of Mary & Martha from Luke 10:38-42. Join us as we explore this passage and see what it teaches us about Jesus, ourselves, and what it means to be human.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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A Strange People and an Incomparable God | Nijay Gupta
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This week we're taking a break from our IRL series and have a special guest, Dr. Nijay Gupta! Join us for this standalone message out of Philippians 2:1-11 where we'll learn about the spiritual worldview of Jesus, how it made Christianity unparalleled in its time, and what keeps it so today.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Jesus and a Desperate Dad | Jesse Lusko
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In this week's addition to our IRL (In Real Life) series, we look at a unique story and what it shows us about faith, fathers, and the spiritual realm. Mark 9:14-29.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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In this week's message of our IRL (In Real Life) series, we look at the story of Jesus and the pharisee from Luke 7:36-50. In this passage we find a savior who upends our expectations, who fights for those we'd least expect, and who responds to brokenness in ways we didn't know were possible.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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In this week's addition to our IRL Series, we take a look at the iconic biblical passage of the woman at the well. Using John 4:4-26 as our text we'll see how Jesus is drawn to the unwanted and how when our desires are our everything we're bound to be disappointed. Only He satisfies, and when He is our everything we'll never thirst again.…
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In this week's addition to IRL (In Real Life), we're getting into the story of Jesus and the tax collector from Matthew 9:9-13. We'll look at how God's grace is radical & shocking, how Jesus has a lot more fun than we expect, and how knowing God truly leads us to love those who don't even more.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Join us as we look at the story of Jesus and the fisherman from Luke's gospel (Luke 4:42-5:11). We'll look at Jesus' ability to find us and His invitation to follow Him & leave everything behind for better things than we could imagine.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Jesus And A Grieving Mom | Jesse Lusko
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In this week's installment of IRL (In Real Life), we see how Jesus confronts death, comforts us in the midst of it, and how He brings about hope in the midst of these dark moments.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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To kick off our new series, IRL (In Real Life), we're venturing into the profound compassion of Jesus. Preaching out of Matthew 8:1-4, Jesse Lusko makes a case for the relevance of Jesus while appealing to His radical and boundary-breaking compassion that has changed the course of human history.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Our God is the God who chose to enter time and to be with us, who fights for us & advocates for us, and who works through us. Join us as our friend Josh Butler takes us into the story of Jesus from John chapter 1.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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When it comes to suffering & hardship, the question isn't if, but when. From the heartbreaking & horrific things that take place throughout the world, all the way down to losing loved ones, no one is exempt. This is one of the greatest reasons cited by those who simply cannot believe in God. How can we navigate the hard things of life not just for …
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The Story Of Once Upon A Time | Michelle Jones
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Join us as our friend Michelle Jones invites us into the whimsy & beauty of the Jesus story. Teaching out of Mark 1:4-11, she weaves deep insights with a beautiful story, arriving somewhere profound.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Who Do You Say That I Am? | Alex Maksimov
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Growing up in a dogmatic religious background, our friend Alex Maksimov walks us through his faith journey. Navigating doubt & atheism, his is a story worth listening to. By hearing about the road he's walked, we hope that it might help navigating yours, too.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Join us for an Easter Sunday message where we remember the resurrection of Jesus, the hope beyond the grave, and how what was meant to be a crushing loss turned into the victory heard round the world. "Memento" 1 Corinthians 15:1-11Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Jesus Christ has arguably been the most significant figure in all of history. People spoke of Him centuries before He was actually born, and continue to thousands of years later. Why is this? What's been so compelling about this person? How has he stayed relevant for this long? Join as we look at these questions and explore what made and keeps Jesu…
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These days we're more outraged than ever. We're provoked. Over politics & affiliations, global events, or even just different opinions. The way we handle conflict & disagreement contribute not only to our own well-being, but to that of those around us, too. Join us as we explore politics, disagreement, and how to navigate & resolve conflict.…
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In many ways, our world is more full today than it ever has been. Full of activity. Full of noise. Full of things to accomplish. Full of opportunities to prove that we matter. Amongst this fullness, though, is a frantic and dehumanizing hurry and anxiety that robs us of what we need the most: rest. Join us for the final message in our "Modern Issue…
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Interview with Jessica Greenwell | Jesse Lusko
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Throughout "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" we've talked a lot about various complex and personal issues many of us deal with. To tie everything together, we thought it may be helpful to bring in a licensed professional counselor & therapist. Join us as our friend Jessica Greenwell shares her story, answers questions, and offers thoughtful & compel…
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For this week's installment of "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" we explore the concepts of justice, rest, and how the two intersect. Why and how should we pursue justice? And what does any of this have to do with rest? Join us as we explore how the good news of the gospel makes justice possible and how we can rest as a result.…
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Addiction of all varieties are common and prevalent in our lives today. Sometimes these seem small and manageable and under the surface. More often than not, though, these tend to be destructive forces that tear our lives apart. For this week's installment of "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" we'll look at the problem of addiction and the hope and g…
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Tumbleweeds or Redwood Trees | Jesse Lusko
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For this week's installment of "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" we look at what the Bible has to say about loneliness. Loneliness is so pervasive not only in our lives but in our world at large, each of us dealing with it in some capacity. How do we navigate it? How can we find community? What does good news look like for the lonely? Join us as we …
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Join us for this week's installment of "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" where we take a good look at the topic of depression. Through a compelling story from the life of Elijah, the scriptures show us how to effectively navigate despair, depression, and intrusive thoughts.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Anxiety. You & I know it, maybe a little too well. We live now in one of the most anxious eras in recorded history. How do we process & live with anxiety? And how can we follow Jesus in the midst of this? Join us on this week's installment of our "Modern Issues, Ancient Answers" as we thoughtfully approach anxiety.…
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We now have access to more innovative technology than ever before. In many ways, this has made our lives much easier. In other ways, though, this has made things infinitely more complex and overwhelming. Join us as we begin a new teaching series where we explore the ancient answers that Christianity offers for many of our modern issues.…
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Why does Counterculture exist? Why start a church in Portland? The answer is tied to the purpose of life itself. This is a special snow day online service, from our homes to yours. Stay safe and stay warm!Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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We want to follow Jesus not because we want to be loved, but because we already are. This simple shift in our thinking has the potential to change not only our lives, but our whole world. Join us as our friend and guest Erik Morales shares from Colossians 3.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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For many of us, the idea of following Jesus and becoming like Jesus can seem unrealistic and daunting. How does it happen? What if I try and fail? How can this happen in a healthy way? Join us for the final message of 2023 as we look at what the Bible says about the spiritual life and how we can have a sustainable vision and approach to our life an…
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When God became human, everything changed. Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, what it means, and how we’re invited to respond.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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In our day and age, it feels like there constantly is something to fight over. Whether it’s politics, religion, or opinions, the fighting can be unending. In the final installment of our Spellbound series, we break down the war that wages within, in our spiritual lives.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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What are the fruit of the Spirit? Following Jesus produces tangible fruit in our lives. In this week’s installment of our Spellbound series through Galatians, guest speaker Michelle Jones digs into chapter 5, verses 15-26, exploring the fruit of the spirit.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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What does it mean for God to "set us free"? Our culture's widespread obsession is with a freedom from restrictions but even influential secular thinkers have noted there is another deeper freedom. Join us as we dig into Galatians 5:1-14 and examine exactly what freedom looks like according to the Bible.…
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What does it mean to have a relationship with God? Spoiler: it might not be like how you think. Join us for this week's installment of our Spellbound series. We are covering Galatians 4:8-31 and talking about relationship with God. What it is, what it means, and how Jesus subverts our assumptions.Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Human rights can be a buzzword in today’s world. Where did this concept originate in history? Jesus and the writers of the New Testament have more to say about this than you may think. In fact, this was their idea before it was adopted into our wider culture. Come with us as we unpack the landmark passage of Galatians 3:19 - Galatians 4:7 and the e…
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Special Guest Joshua Butler explains that we sometimes think we have to pursue God with our religious devotion and that after we have given him our best effort he will give us his acceptance and blessing. Jesus actually says it is the exact other way around, God is the one pursuing us in his grace. He is seeking to find us and lost means loved.…
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Religion can be used to oppress, manipulate, and push people to the margins. Paul was fiercely resolved to stop that from happening in Galatia. He takes them back to the beginning of the Jewish story to show that God had always planned to include all nations. Galatians 3:1-18Por Pastor Jesse Lusko
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Is Christianity racist? Paul has a showdown with Peter over his racist behavior but we see the reason behind the racism was that Peter had forgotten the message of grace. We are all prone to forget the gospel but continually remembering our acceptance in Jesus will lead us to love and accept others. Galatians 2:11-21…
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The ancient world was full of hierarchy dividing people by both class and race. False teachers crept into the church to "spy on their freedom in Christ and make them slaves" attempting to bring in that same class system. Jesus shatters hierarchy and when we are really moved by his grace it will change the game. Galatians 2:1-10…
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