
Counterculture Church | Jesse Lusko
Messages from Counterculture Church in Portland, Oregon with Jesse Lusko and other speakers. To love Portland as Jesus loves us.
Episodes
81 episodes
Words Like Fire | Bekah Lusko
The things we say have the power to burn and harm or warm and empower. Like fire when our words are out of control they can cause serious damage but when our tongue is brought under the guidance of God's spirit we can inspire and bring life to ...
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You Just Had To Be There | Jesse Lusko
In the final message of "Error 404: What the Internet Can't Give You," we note that the digital world often leaves us amused but deeply isolated. In the New Testament we vividly see that real life worship and community was always God's beautifu...
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Building a Ramp | Jesse Lusko
Some churches can stand on a pedestal and look down on people, but the way of Jesus is to build a ramp that is accessible to the spiritually wounded -- but it takes all of us. We have to build it together. Scripture: Romans 15: 1-13
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A Moment You Won't Forget | Jesse Lusko
When we spend too much time online the days just blur together. But real experiences tend to be a bit more memorable. Baptism is a profound memory marker that clearly declares new life in Jesus. The water seals the deal. Scripture: Acts 1...
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Eating Eternity | Jesse Lusko
Why do we take communion (eucharist) every week at Counterculture? Is this tiny juice and cracker really all that important? Join us as we unpack the rich legacy of Passover and Jesus' final meal and see how communion can unlock the meani...
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Songs That Make Us New | Jesse Lusko
Ever wonder why we sing so much at church? Why not just stay home and listen to Spotify? The Bible tells us that when we worship together we can experience God's presence and be empowered to live lives that count and not waste our l...
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Team Lift | Jesse Lusko
Some objects are just too heavy to carry on your own—they require a team. Some emotional burdens and periods in life are a lot like that. We need a community around us to help us get through our grief and difficulties. Technology often leaves u...
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God's Love in Us | Josh Butler
God's love lives in us and is often described as a mighty lion. Josh describes all the ways we can be impacted when we decide to let the lion out of the cage. Scripture: 1 John 4:10-17
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Amplified for Impact | Jesse Lusko
With so much information available to us on the internet, what is the value of committing time to learning the scriptures in person week in and week out? Join us as we explain that when we hear God's word together, it is amplified and we receiv...
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Assembly Required | Jesse Lusko
What is the point of gathering together as a church? Can't I get the same spiritual results from just doing it on my own? In this message, Pastor Jesse talks about the importance of church and what glory story might just be waiting for us when ...
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Word Behind The World | Jesse Lusko
In the series, "Error 404" we are exploring "what the internet can't give us." People are spending on average seven hours a day online and we are prone to ignore the physical for the digital. In this message we'll see why the physical wor...
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Authentic Trust in God | Mike Dean
We got to hear a fresh word from Pastor Mike Dean on the power of saying YES to God, no matter what role you're in or what odds you're up against. Scripture: 1 Samuel 17
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Power to Make a Difference | Jesse Lusko
We are advocates for the things we care about the most - whether it be our favorite restaurant, what coffee is better, or which sports team is the best in the world. In the new year, we're exploring how to do the same for Jesus, the best news t...
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Peace For All People | Jesse Lusko
One of the main messages of the Gospel is that it brings peace for all people, everywhere. Join us for this special Christmas Eve message.Luke 2:1-20
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Shadow Psalms | Jesse Lusko
For the final addition in our Songs For Anxious Souls series, join us for an invitation to bring our real and honest selves to God.Psalms 129 & 130
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How Worship Changes Us | Jesse Lusko
Join us for a short message about praise & worship and how the Psalms invite us into a different way of being.Psalm 98
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Evergreen | Jesse Lusko
For this addition to our Songs For Anxious Souls series, we take a fresh look at what it means to be rooted.Psalm 112
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The Practice of Praise | Bekah Lusko
In an age where almost everything seems to be negative, why has it become so hard to remember the good things? In this addition to our Songs For Anxious Souls series, we hear from our Worship Director Bekah Lusko about the importance of praise....
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Getting Back To Gratitude | Jesse Lusko
In this week's addition to our Songs For Anxious Souls series, we're taking a fresh look at thankfulness & gratitude. Join us as we look at this concept and what it means both biblically and through the social sciences.Psalm 50
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Answering Anxiety | Jesse Lusko
We live in an anxious age. So many fears, anxieties, and worries dominate our internal worlds. Is fear all there is? Does religion actually work? What if faith has a better answer than we could imagine?Psalm 46
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Who Are You Truly Following? | Jesse Lusko
As we grapple with turbulent times in our nation, we're choosing to lean into the comfort, peace, and provision of God. We'll dig into a classic and iconic text and see what it has for us.Psalm 23
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Your Life Among The Stars | Jesse Lusko
Continuing our series through the Psalms, we're stepping back to take a look at the inherent beauty and dignity within God's creation.Psalm 8.
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How To Truly Flourish | Jesse Lusko
Continuing in our series through the Psalms, Songs For Anxious Souls, we're digging into Psalm 1. Are there better or worse ways to live? What does thriving look like? And how do we do it?Psalm 1
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