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God Always Finishes | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Philippians 1:1-6 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored the Book of Philippians, known as the “Book of Joy,” written by the Apostle Paul while imprisoned in Rome. Despite his chains and uncertain future, Paul penned …one of the most encouraging letters in Scripture. We examined how Paul understood the believers in Philippi, stayed in contact with them through letters, and ministered with words of hope. The central truth we discovered is found in Philippians 1:6: “He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.” This means that when God starts a work in our lives, He will never leave us undone. The question is not whether God will finish His work, but whether we will surrender to His plans and allow Him to mold and shape us according to His purpose.

Takeaways:
– God’s work in us is complete and ongoing. We are not working for victory, but working within victory because God has placed Himself in us through the Holy Spirit. Though we may stumble and fall in our sin nature, He will not abandon the good work He started.
– Hope and joy are available even in difficult circumstances. Paul wrote this letter of joy from a cold Roman prison, teaching us that our circumstances do not have to dictate our spiritual condition. When we stay connected to Christ, we can experience exceeding joy that comes from an inward peace not affected by outward trials.
– Staying in contact and encouraging one another matters deeply. Paul consistently reached out to believers with words of grace and peace. In our difficult times, we need to ask ourselves: Are we reaching out to help those in trouble around us? A simple word of encouragement can make an eternal difference in someone’s life.

As we move forward this week, reflect on the areas where God is working in your life. Are there places where you need to surrender more fully to His plans? Remember, His favor toward us is never ending, and though weeping may last for a night, a shout of joy comes in the morning.

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God Always Finishes | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Philippians 1:1-6 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored the Book of Philippians, known as the “Book of …

A Planned Meeting | Pastor Steve Wilburn | John 4 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored how Jesus intentionally planned a meeting with …

Today’s sermon explored how Jesus intentionally planned a meeting with a broken, rejected woman whom society had cast aside. Despite being weary from His journey, Jesus waited at Jacob’s well …at noon to meet someone who desperately needed His love and grace. This passage reminds us that no one is beyond God’s reach, no heart is too broken for Him to mend, and no past is too damaged for Him to redeem. Jesus offers us “living water”—eternal satisfaction that the world cannot provide—and He seeks us out even when we feel unworthy of His attention.

Takeaways:
– God orchestrates divine appointments in our lives. Just as Jesus “had to pass through Samaria,” He intentionally pursues each of us, regardless of our past failures or current circumstances. Your brokenness doesn’t disqualify you from His love.
– Only Jesus can satisfy the deepest thirst of our souls. We often look for fulfillment in relationships, possessions, success, or popularity, but these leave us empty. Jesus is the fountain of living water who offers lasting satisfaction when we surrender to Him in spirit and truth.
– Genuine transformation leads to testimony. The Samaritan woman immediately left her water pot and shared her encounter with Jesus. When we truly meet Christ, we can’t help but tell others: “Come and see!” Our changed lives become powerful witnesses to His grace.

As you go through this week, let us be encouraged to reflect on our own “divine appointments.” Where is Jesus meeting you? What areas of thirst in your life need His living water? And who in your circle needs to hear about the hope you’ve found in Christ?
May you experience afresh the joy of knowing that the God of the universe knows everything about you and loves you completely.

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Los Angeles, CA 90034

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The Gift – Easter 2026 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Matthew 28 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the …

Today’s sermon explored the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the greatest gift of all time, examining Matthew 28 and the events surrounding that first Easter morning. We discovered how God’s …plan of redemption, spoken from Genesis through the prophets, culminated in Jesus conquering sin and death. The empty tomb stands as the defining moment that separates Christianity from every other religion and fills our lives with purpose, hope, and freedom from fear. This gift has profound implications for our spiritual life—transforming us from fearful, purposeless people into forgiven disciples with a mission to share the Good News with a broken world.

Takeaways:
– The resurrection is historically verified and undeniable. Jesus was publicly executed, buried in a guarded tomb with a Roman seal, yet His body vanished and He appeared to over 500 witnesses. His disciples, who initially fled in fear, were so transformed by seeing Him alive that they died for their faith in Him.
– We no longer need to fear death or hide from our past. Because Jesus rose from the dead, He crushed the power of sin and death. The empty tomb proves that forgiveness is available to all who repent and believe, filling the void in our souls that only our Creator can satisfy.
– Every believer is called to “Go with Purpose.” Jesus gave us the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations. Our purpose is not just to pray, but to know God personally, worship Him, and serve as vessels of honor—sharing His truth with every person whose soul is empty.

As we move forward from this Easter celebration, let us remember that we serve a living Savior. The tomb is empty. Death has lost its sting. And we have been given the incredible privilege of sharing this life-changing message with a world desperate for hope.
May the reality of the resurrection fill your heart with great joy this week.

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His Final Words – Good Friday 2026 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Luke 23 | Core Church LA

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A Memorable Event – Palm Sunday 2026 | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Luke 19 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored the events of Palm Sunday through Luke 19, …

Today’s sermon explored the events of Palm Sunday through Luke 19, examining how Jesus fulfilled ancient prophecy by riding into Jerusalem on a donkey. We witnessed three powerful aspects of …Christ’s character that day: His compassion as He wept over Jerusalem, His passion as He cleansed the temple, and His warning about the cost of rejecting Him. This memorable event calls us to examine our own response to Jesus—are we truly following Him wholeheartedly, or are we among those who praise Him one moment but turn away the next? The implications for our spiritual life are clear: Jesus went all in for us through His sacrifice, and He calls us to go all in for Him.

Takeaways:
– Jesus offers love, hope, and liberty in a broken world. Even when circumstances around us are unstable and discouraging, Christ remains our source of peace and restoration, inviting all who feel lost to come to Him for forgiveness and renewal.
– We must recognize the time of our visitation. Jerusalem missed their moment when the Messiah came. Today, we must not be blind to God’s work in our lives or reject His truth because it conflicts with cultural preferences or personal comfort.
– Halfhearted commitment is not an option. Jesus said, “He who is not with Me is against Me.” We cannot remain neutral or uncommitted—either we are gathering with Christ and following His Word fully, or we are working against His purpose.

As we move toward Good Friday and Easter, let us not be fickle like the crowds who shouted “Hosanna” on Sunday and “Crucify Him” by Friday. Instead, may we respond to Christ’s total commitment to us with our own wholehearted devotion to Him.

Let’s join together this Friday from 12:00-1:00 PM for our Good Friday service, where we will take an in-depth look at Jesus’ death on the cross and share communion together.

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2037 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

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Our Time Is Now | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Joel | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored how the ancient struggles Joel faced with …

Today’s sermon explored how the ancient struggles Joel faced with locust plagues mirror our modern battles with worldly distractions, personal sin, and spiritual warfare. Just as Joel called God’s people …to return wholeheartedly to the Lord, we are being called today to wake up, prepare ourselves to be used by God, and be ready to move in obedience. The message emphasized that we live in the most strategic time in history, positioned in a generation where multitudes stand in the valley of decision, and God desires to pour out His Spirit on all who will surrender to His purposes.

Takeaways:
– When Life is Hard, Remember Your Purpose: The gnawing, creeping, and stripping locusts represent the cares of this world, unchecked personal sin, and the enemy’s attempts to destroy us. Yet God promises to restore the years the locusts have eaten when we fully return to Him with our whole hearts.
– Prepare to be Used by Rending Your Heart: True preparation for God’s work begins with tearing open our hearts before Him, retreating back to our starting point with fasting, weeping, and genuine repentance. We cannot bore the Christian life with our lack of desire to fully serve the Lord—He calls us to be holy men and women proclaiming salvation to a dying world.
– Be Ready to Move in the Power of the Holy Spirit: God hasn’t called us to serve in the power of our own weakness but promises that His power is made perfect in our weakness. Whether through Palm Sunday, Good Friday, or Easter Sunday outreach, now is the time to invest in eternal souls, pointing others to Jesus who alone can bring hope in the midst of chaos.

As we approach this Easter season, let’s ask ourselves: Will we pray? Will we be available to share the hope of Jesus with those around us? Our mission field is only 36 inches away. Let’s not squander the greatest message of all humanity by keeping silent when multitudes stand in the valley of decision.

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Please consider joining us in person if you’re in the Los Angeles area. We meet every Sunday at 8:30am, 10:30am, and 12:30pm AND every Thursday at 7:30pm. We are located off of the I-10 and La Cienega at:
2037 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

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Our Spiritual Battle | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 6:10-20 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored the reality of spiritual warfare as outlined …

Today’s sermon explored the reality of spiritual warfare as outlined in Ephesians 6:10-20, reminding us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of darkness. …We examined how Satan’s mission is to steal, kill, and destroy, while Christ came to give us abundant life. The message emphasized that victory in this battle requires putting on the full armor of God and understanding that our true strength comes not from ourselves, but from the Lord. This has profound implications for our spiritual life—we cannot afford to be entangled with worldly affairs or rely on our own strength when facing an enemy who is far more cunning and powerful than we are.

Takeaways:
– Put on the Full Armor of God Daily: Each piece of spiritual armor serves a vital purpose—the belt of truth grounds us in God’s Word, the breastplate of righteousness protects our hearts, the shoes of the gospel prepare us to bring peace, the shield of faith extinguishes Satan’s attacks, the helmet of salvation guards our minds, and the sword of the Spirit (God’s Word) is our offensive weapon. We must intentionally clothe ourselves in this armor every day.
– Stand Firm and Separate from the World: God has called us to a higher standard—to come out from the world and be separate. Like soldiers in active service, we cannot allow ourselves to become so entangled with everyday affairs that we lose sight of our eternal mission. Any dead fish can float downstream, but God calls us to swim against the current and be a voice of reason in a confused world.
– Prayer is Our Ultimate Weapon: While all the armor is essential, prayer is the secret weapon that activates everything else. We are called to pray at all times, in all situations, bringing every care and concern to our Heavenly Father. Prayer is our constant conversation with God, and it’s through prayer that we tap into His eternal power to help us in our time of need.

As we move forward this week, let us be encouraged to examine your life honestly. Are you grounded in God’s truth? Are you living righteously? Are you sharing the gospel of peace? Are you walking in faith? Most importantly, are you praying without ceasing? The battle is real, but our God is greater, and He has equipped us with everything we need for victory.

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Los Angeles, CA 90034

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Living Right | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 6:1-9 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored God’s design for family relationships and our …

Today’s sermon explored God’s design for family relationships and our daily conduct, reminding us that living right means submitting to God’s established order in every area of life. We examined …the biblical responsibilities of children to obey their parents, the calling of parents to train and discipline with love, and the heart attitude we should bring to all our work and service. The message emphasized that wrong is still wrong regardless of what culture says, because our Creator God never changes, and we will ultimately stand before Him to give an account of how we lived.

Takeaways:
– Children are called to obey and honor their parents as part of God’s design, with the promise that things will go well with them and they will enjoy long life. This submission reflects trust in God’s established order.
– Parents carry the high calling to raise children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord, providing structure and training without provoking them to anger. We must rely on God’s help to be the parents He calls us to be.
– In everything we do—whether at work, at home, or in service—we are called to do it wholeheartedly as unto the Lord, not just for human approval. Our true Master is in heaven, and He sees and rewards our faithful service.

As we move forward this week, let us prayerfully consider: What areas of our lives need improvement? Where can we start living more faithfully according to God’s Word—in our marriages, our families, our workplaces? Remember, God never asks us to do what He will not enable us to do. He is ready to help us become who we could never be on our own.
May the Lord strengthen you to live right in a world that desperately needs to see His light shining through His people.

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The Big Dance | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 5:21-33 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored God’s blueprint for marriage as outlined in …

Today’s sermon explored God’s blueprint for marriage as outlined in Ephesians 5:21-33, reminding us that while it’s easier to get married than to stay married, God has given us clear …guidance to not just survive but thrive in this sacred covenant. We examined how marriage reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church, with both husbands and wives called to die to themselves and live for each other. The message challenged cultural norms and called us back to biblical truth: wives are called to submit to their husbands as to the Lord, while husbands are called to love their wives with the same sacrificial love Christ demonstrated for the Church. This isn’t about inequality but about God’s ordained structure that, when followed, leads to flourishing marriages that testify to the Gospel.

Takeaways:
– Mutual submission is the foundation. Before any specific roles are assigned, Ephesians 5:21 calls all believers to “be subject to one another in the fear of Christ.” Marriage requires both partners to become servants by their own free will, seeking nothing in return, just as Jesus came to serve rather than be served.
– Love and respect are non-negotiable. Husbands are commanded to love their wives as Christ loved the Church—sacrificially, unconditionally, and with a purifying love that builds her up in the Word. Wives are called to respect and submit to their husbands, trusting God’s design even when it’s countercultural. Both callings require dying to self daily.
– Marriage requires everything, but God provides the power. The cost of a thriving marriage is everything—our pride, our selfishness, our desire to be right. But God is able to do “far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us” (Ephesians 3:20). Today can be a day of recommitment, forgiveness, and fresh start in your marriage.

Let’s commit this week to applying these truths in our relationships. If you’re married, ask God to show you one specific way you can better love or respect your spouse. If you’re single, prepare your heart now to honor these vows when the time comes. And remember, the same grace God extends to us is the grace we must extend to our spouses.

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Looking Ahead | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 5:14-20 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored what it means to truly “look ahead” as …

Today’s sermon explored what it means to truly “look ahead” as believers living in what the Bible calls the Last Days. We examined how the signs around us—increasing lawlessness, wars …and rumors of wars, the rise of secularism, and the rejection of absolute truth—all point to Christ’s imminent return. Rather than causing us to live in fear or depression, this reality should awaken us to live with purpose, wisdom, and joy. We explored three key areas: walking with wisdom in a spiritually sleeping world, being continually filled with the Holy Spirit’s power, and living a life characterized by genuine joy and thanksgiving. Let us examine whether we’re wasting our lives on temporary things or investing in eternity, and to make ourselves available as instruments in God’s hands during these critical days.

Takeaways:
– Wake up and walk with wisdom. We cannot afford to be spiritually asleep while the world around us abandons God. We must be alert, making the most of our time, understanding that tomorrow is not guaranteed. The question we must ask ourselves is: Are we allowing our faith to breathe and come alive, or is it confined to Sunday mornings? God desires all people to be saved, and we must be His voice of reason and warning to those around us.
– Be continually filled with the Holy Spirit. While we receive the Holy Spirit at conversion, we need regular “refills” of His power and influence in our lives. This means dying to ourselves, surrendering to God’s will, pursuing purity, and not grieving the Spirit through habitual sin. We must examine our hearts honestly: Is there anything—even “good things” like hobbies or sports—that is consuming our time and robbing us of becoming who God has called us to be? Don’t waste or squander your high calling.
– Live with overflowing joy and thanksgiving. When we are filled with the Spirit, joy naturally flows from our lives. We encourage one another, sing praises to the Lord, and give thanks in all circumstances. This isn’t manufactured happiness but the fruit of being refreshed by God’s power and ready to be used by Him. Our joy becomes a testimony to others and creates a welcoming atmosphere that draws people to Christ.

As we look ahead to Christ’s return, let’s not be found sleeping. Let’s make every day count for eternity, continually seeking fresh anointing from the Holy Spirit, and living with a joy that can only come from knowing our redemption draws near.
May the Lord bless you and keep you this week as you walk in His wisdom and power.

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Please consider joining us in person if you’re in the Los Angeles area. We meet every Sunday at 8:30am, 10:30am, and 12:30pm AND every Thursday at 7:30pm. We are located off of the I-10 and La Cienega at:
2037 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

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Waking Up | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 5:1-13 | Core Church LA

Today’s sermon explored our calling as believers to be imitators of …

Today’s sermon explored our calling as believers to be imitators of God in a dark and hurting world. We examined how Christianity is not a spectator sport—God hasn’t called us …to sit on the sidelines while our world spins out of control, but rather to be His voice of reason and light. We looked at three crucial areas: being imitators of God, guarding against deception, and walking in the light. The message reminded us that people are dying all around us, and if we have tasted and seen that God is real and good, we need to share His love with our lost world to impact our culture.

Takeaways:
– Be an imitator of God in your daily life. People should be able to look at our actions, listen to our words, and see God in us. This means walking in love, maintaining sexual purity, and speaking with words that honor God rather than filthiness, foolishness, or coarse jesting.
– Don’t be deceived by empty words. When we knowingly continue in sin, we cheat ourselves out of God’s best and become separated from His voice. We must submit every aspect of our lives to Christ and refuse to console ourselves with the world’s excuses that “everyone’s doing it.”
– Walk as children of light and expose darkness. We were formerly darkness, but now we are light in the Lord. This means being ready to share Christ with strangers and consistently planting seeds with family, neighbors, and coworkers—looking for doors to share Jesus wherever God places us.

Remember, God sees you as the finished product—what you can become when filled with and led by the Holy Spirit. Don’t let another day pass without being ready to shine His light in this dark world.

Sunday service at Core Church Los Angeles. Watch and listen as Pastor Steve teaches through the word of God.

Please consider joining us in person if you’re in the Los Angeles area. We meet every Sunday at 8:30am, 10:30am, and 12:30pm AND every Thursday at 7:30pm. We are located off of the I-10 and La Cienega at:
2037 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

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Learning to Walk | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Ephesians 4:16-32 | Core Church LA

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