Jesus Culture San Diego Message of the Week

Pastor Andrew Heligenthal unpacked 2 Corinthians 8–10, revealing how a cross-shaped life is marked by generosity, gratitude, and self-giving love. Through Paul’s example of the Macedonian church, we were challenged to see giving not as an obligation, but as an invitation to reflect the heart of Jesus in every area of our lives. As we surrender our time, talents, and resources, we become active participants in God’s Kingdom and His work in the world.

In this week’s message, Our YA Pastor Reigha Tencer walks through 2 Corinthians 5–7, reminding us to live with an eternal perspective rather than chasing the approval of the world. She unpacks what it means to be ambassadors of Christ, compelled by His love, transformed into new creations, and entrusted with the ministry of reconciliation. Through Paul’s example, we’re challenged to widen our hearts, embrace godly repentance, and reflect Jesus in both our words and our lives.

On Father’s Day, Pastor Jordan DiMarco shared a message on the ministry of the Holy Spirit through the imagery of wine, oil, and salt. He taught how the Holy Spirit cleanses, heals, and preserves God’s work in our lives, inviting us to continually make room for His presence. Pastor Jordan also challenged us to partner with the Holy Spirit by leading with presence, worship, and prayer.

Pastor Zack taught from 2 Corinthians 1–4, highlighting how God often does His deepest work through our trials and weaknesses. He encouraged the church to receive God’s comfort and extend it to others, allowing pain to become a source of hope and ministry. The message also challenged believers to measure success by faithfulness and transformation rather than the world’s standards of power, influence, and image.