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The Asking For A Friend Podcast

The Asking For A Friend Podcast

Written by: Sunrise Church of CA
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Have questions about life, Christianity, and the Bible? We tackle your questions in our Asking for a Friend Podcast. New episode drops every Friday at 6pm.

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  • Why Do Bad Things Happen? || Asking For A Friend Podcast || Pastor Steve Garcia
    Dec 19 2025
    This Week’s Episode — with Pastor Moises Bejarano

    Get ready for a conversation full of biblical insight, spiritual clarity, and practical guidance for everyday faith.

    Each week, Pastor Steve and a special guest tackle five real Bible questions submitted online — exploring Scripture with clarity, compassion, and real-life wisdom.

    In this week’s episode, Pastor Steve Garcia is joined by Pastor Moises Bejarano to tackle five thought-provoking and challenging Bible questions sent in by listeners:

    Why do bad things happen? Does God let those bad things happen? “In the Old Testament, God promised the land to Israel as an everlasting covenant, though at times it seems tied to obedience. In the New Testament, Paul and Hebrews talk about the promise being fulfilled in Christ. From our church’s perspective, is the land promise still meant for the Jewish people today—or is it now spiritual in Christ? And connected to that, how do we know the Jewish people today are the same chosen people God made those promises to in the Bible?” How can you change someone's bitter mind about the church and Christianity? It can feel like there's no progress even after praying for them What are your thoughts about blessing items/relics? Is it wrong for my sister to invite our biological dad over to my mother and stepdad's house without their consent?

    Have a question you’d like answered? Submit yours by texting the word "Question" to 909.281.7797.

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    NEXT STEPS

    Looking to take your next step? We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps.

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    GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH

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    45 mins
  • Should Parents Promote SANTA? || Asking For A Friend Podcast || Pastor Steve Garcia
    Dec 5 2025

    🎧 This Week’s Episode — with Pastor John Peter Iniguezsalazar

    💬 Get ready for a conversation full of biblical insight, spiritual clarity, and practical guidance for everyday faith.

    🎙️ Each week, Pastor Steve Garcia and a special guest tackle five real Bible questions submitted online — exploring Scripture with clarity, compassion, and real-life wisdom.

    In this week’s episode, Pastor Steve is joined by Pastor John Peter to tackle five thought-provoking and challenging Bible questions sent in by listeners:

    1️⃣ It's always been prophesized that Jesus will come again, there has been so many people over the years who have proclaimed themselves as Son of God. What if Jesus came back but we didn’t recognize him? How can one know if it is really Jesus when this world has so many false prophets?

    2️⃣ I gave my life to Christ a few years ago. I love him but I failed him. Not once but 3 times. I’ve apologized but I feel immense guilt and shame even speaking to him. I asked for forgiveness and the first 2 times I felt forgiven and now I am too ashamed to even say sorry despite my guilt because I feel unworthy of it since I know better. But I love God with all of my heart. What do I do?

    3️⃣ Is it a sin to tell my kids about Santa Claus?

    4️⃣ How can I get over the fear of dating because of divorced parents?

    5️⃣ How do I know if I am where I should be in my life?

    📘 Have a question you’d like answered? Submit yours by texting the word "Question" to 909.281.7797.

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    NEXT STEPS Looking to take your next step? We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps.

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    GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH Imagine what God can do through our giving. You can give today at sunrisechurch.org/give

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    51 mins
  • A Christian SHOULD or SHOULDN'T CUSS?
    Nov 28 2025
    This Week’s Episode — with Sunrise Youth Pastor Vivek Katru!

    Get ready for a conversation full of biblical insight, spiritual clarity, and practical guidance for everyday faith.

    Each week, Pastor Steve and a special guest tackle five real Bible questions submitted online — exploring Scripture with clarity, compassion, and real-life wisdom.

    In this week’s episode, Pastor Steve Garcia is joined by Sunrise Youth Pastor Vivek Katru to tackle five thought-provoking and challenging Bible questions sent in by listeners:

    1. how do I know if I’m lukewarm?

    2. How do you know if Jesus sent someone into your life. People say one thing and do another. How do you know if it is a good choice?

    3. If the serpent was the most cunning of all and we know that he spoke, is it possible the other animals spoke in the garden?

    4. How does someone call themselves a christian, but cuss?

    5. How can I help my atheist friend to believe in Jesus or even consider him?

    Have a question you’d like answered? Submit yours by texting the word "Question" to 909.281.7797.

    NEXT STEPS

    Looking to take your next step? We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps.

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    GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH

    Imagine what God can do through our giving. You can give today at sunrisechurch.org/give

    -

    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunriseChurchCA

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunrisechurchca

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SunriseChurch

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    45 mins
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