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Isaiah 6:1-5 || Getting It Right About God

From back in the archives, this is the first sermon I preached - July, 2013. If you’ve ever felt ‘meh’ about faith or struggled with life’s hard questions, this sermon gently calls you back to the wonder of who God is and how a humble response can change everything. This is a reminder that God isn’t just a distant idea or a casual checkbox; He’s holy, powerful, and deeply personal. I invite you to move from indifference or frustration to humble awe and wholehearted devotion. 
What’s the most important thing about you? A.W. Tozer said, “The most important thing about a man is what he thinks about God.” This was my very first sermon back in July 2013, and the heartbeat of it still anchors every message I preach today. From Isaiah’s vision of the Lord high and lifted up, we learn that true peace and purpose begin not with me, but with Him.
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Philippians 2:1-18 || Ep. 4 The Way Up Is Down

What does real humility look like—and why does it lead to joy? In this session from Philippians: Joyful & Steady, we'll walk through one of the most beautiful passages in Scripture—the “Christ Hymn” of Philippians 2. Discover how Jesus’ downward path of obedience and self-emptying becomes the model for our own lives of unity, service, and radiant joy.
If you’ve ever struggled to surrender pride, to love people who are hard to love, or to find joy in the waiting, this message will help you see that the way down truly is the way up.
📖 Key Scriptures:Philippians 2:1-18 | Micah 6:8 | Isaiah 45:23 | Hebrews 2:8
Philippians: Joyful & Steady is a 6-session study verse-by-verse through this impactful epistle. Sessions 1 & 2 will give you the basics of studying the Bible and the overview of Philippians. Sessions 3-6 will cover one chapter at a time. I'm inviting you on a discipleship journey into a life that is Christ-centered and gospel-fueled: “I want to be everything about the gospel. For me to live is Christ and to die is gain… that’s not just Paul’s story. It’s ours, too.” My heart is for you to be good Bible students not for the sake of knowledge alone, but to know Christ deeply and walk in gospel steadiness.
In this series I introduce theological concepts like hermeneutics, systematic theology, and biblical theology to equip you to rightly handle God’s Word. Listen with the prayer to become confident, Spirit-led students of Scripture who can study and apply the Word on your own. You'll learn the DWELL method (Discover, Wonder, Examine, Link, Live) for a memorable and accessible structure for studying the Bible deeply training you to be trainers.
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Special Announcement: A Time for Every Purpose

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After 15 wonderful years serving at La Mirada Church, I’ll be retiring as Women’s and Children’s Pastor. I’m deeply grateful for every moment and every person God allowed me to walk alongside.
As I began my comments on this past Sunday, I asked one of my favorite questions: “What’s the first thing God gave His people when He delivered them from slavery in Egypt?”A calendar.
Because God is the Author of time and seasons, and He’s the One who writes every chapter of our lives. This retirement marks the close of one beautiful season and the beginning of another. As Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us, there is a time for every purpose under heaven.
So… what’s next for Pastor Jennifer?
This isn’t an ending, it’s another step in following Jesus. I’ll continue teaching and writing through the Dwelling Richly Bible studies and podcast, encouraging others to let the Word of Christ dwell in them richly. I hope you'll join me! I'm excited for what the Lord will bring!
Through this transition, my heart rests in one simple truth: Eyes on Him. We may not yet see everything in this world fully under His rule, but we do see Jesus (Hebrews 2:8–9). That’s the focus that has carried me through every season of ministry and it remains the focus now.
Retiring from this role doesn’t retire my calling. It simply opens a new chapter to serve and shepherd in fresh ways. And as always, the mission remains the same: to point hearts toward the Word, to build up the Body, and to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as we let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly.
God’s faithfulness in the past gives me full confidence for the future both for me and for La Mirada Church.
I'll continue my ministry of discipleship through writing and teaching the Dwelling Richly Bible studies, speaking at events, retreats, and conferences, and shepherding through biblical counseling.
The current study through Philippians will continue, so if you are not yet in that study, today is a good day to start! Get the details on my website and be sure to get on the email list so you get updates about future studies and events.

Philippians 1:1-30 || Ep. 3 Joy in the In-Between

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This Message: Paul’s joy isn’t shaken by prison walls. His life, prayer, and example call us to live worthy of the gospel, standing firm together in Christ. Paul’s writing from prison and yet he’s full of steady, grateful joy. This talk walks Philippians 1 with you: calling you a slave‑saint, naming the liminal ‘in‑between’ places, and showing how faith is refined there.
Take four simple anchors—posture, perspective, purpose, perseverance—to face soggy towels, broken washers, or bigger storms with courage. Trust that the God who began a good work in you will finish it; lean into prayer, the Spirit, and your church family.
This Study: "Philippians: Joyful & Steady" is a 6-session study verse-by-verse through this impactful epistle. Sessions 1 & 2 will give you the basics of studying the Bible and the overview of Philippians. Sessions 3-6 will cover one chapter at a time. I'm inviting you on a discipleship journey into a life that is Christ-centered and gospel-fueled.
This Ministry: Dwelling Richly is a ministry to disciple and equip you to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength by dwelling in His Word.
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Philippians || Ep. 2 Dwelling Well Through Philippians pt. 2

Theology isn’t abstract—it’s lived. Your life is your testimony. The way you respond to trials, the way you show joy, the way you carry burdens—all of it proclaims who you believe God is. This message equips you to let your theology and your testimony walk hand in hand.
I'm inviting you on a discipleship journey into a life that is Christ-centered and gospel-fueled: “I want to be everything about the gospel. “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain… that’s not just Paul’s story. It’s ours, too.” My heart is for you to be good Bible students not for the sake of knowledge alone, but to know Christ deeply and walk in gospel steadiness. In this message I introduce theological concepts like hermeneutics, systematic theology, and biblical theology to equip you to rightly handle God’s Word. Listen with the prayer to become confident, Spirit-led students of Scripture who can study and apply the Word on your own. You'll learn the DWELL method (Discover, Wonder, Examine, Link, Live) for a memorable and accessible structure for studying the Bible deeply training you to be trainers.
Let’s stay connected! Share your thoughts in the comments.
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Philippians || Ep. 1 Dwelling Well Through Philippians pt. 1

Welcome to "Philippians: Joyful & Steady" - First teaching session in this Bible study series! This is part 1 of "How to Study the Bible." First, some general principles, and then in part 2, specifics for studying and dwelling well through Philippians.
 Do you ever feel stuck in your Bible study, unsure how to connect with God's Word in a meaningful way? Or perhaps you find yourself struggling to truly experience the freedom that Christ offers in your daily life? This message addresses those very challenges by diving into the book of Philippians, offering practical solutions for approaching scripture with intention and enthusiasm. You'll learn how grow spiritually by engaging with God's Word in a way that transforms you inside out. If you’re longing for a deeper connection with God and His truth, this message will guide you toward that freedom and understanding.

Does God Fight for Me?

This episode digs into a tough but real question: does God fight for us when we feel attacked or misrepresented? We walk through Scripture to understand God’s character, how to check our hearts, and why godly friendships and humility matter more than instant vindication. I share practical steps, key verses to meditate on, and encouragement to trust God’s timing while pursuing holiness. Let’s think it through together, pray, and keep seeking to live with the word of Christ dwelling in us richly.
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Hebrews 10:32-39 || Those Who Are Faithful

This week’s message from Hebrews 10:32–39 carries a deeply personal note. Before the sermon, we sang “Walk by Calvary”—a song written by my dad, Dave Garrett. He wasn’t just a pastor; he was a songwriter who lived out Colossians 3:16, letting the Word of Christ dwell richly through hymns and spiritual songs. For me, his words are a heritage of faith, pointing me (and now all of us) back to the cross. He was about centering everything on Christ. I can’t think of a better way to step into Hebrews’ call to remember and endure than by remembering the faithfulness of God through the song of a man who lived it. This sermon is from the "Greater Than" series through Hebrews at La Mirada Christian Church. Listen to the complete series ‪@LaMiradaChurchChannel‬
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Hebrews 10:26-31 || Sinners in the Hands of a Merciful God

What if the scariest words in Hebrews are actually an act of mercy? “If we go on sinning deliberately…” (Hebrews 10:26–31) can sound like doom, but this passage is a loving shout of “Stop!” to hearts drifting toward an eyes-wide-open rejection of Jesus. In this message, we unpack what “sinning deliberately” really means (and what it doesn’t), why phrases like “trampled the Son of God” and “outraged the Spirit of grace” are so strong, and how this warning comforts the worried, confronts the casual, and equips the faithful. You’ll see the difference between a weak struggler who stumbles yet repents and a willful heart that treats the cross as common. You’ll also hear why this is not about losing salvation, but about refusing the only sacrifice that saves and why the “hands of the living God” are fierce with justice and fierce with grace. Come be sobered, steadied, and invited back to Jesus, His people, and a holy, hopeful life.
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Hebrews 10:1-4 || Our Greatest Need

What if life's biggest need isn't a quick fix? It’s easy to get caught up in wanting things *now*. But what if the deepest longing is for something more? What if it is a sense of peace that comes from within? Feeling like you're never enough? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t outrun guilt or find peace with God? In this message from Hebrews 10, we explore why all the sacrifices in the world - not bulls, goats, rituals, or even good deeds - could never do what Jesus did. This isn’t just theology; it’s the answer to your deepest need: to be fully justified, fully clean, and fully free.
Let’s talk about shadows, sacrifices, and the Savior who stretched out His arms to cover it all.
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