A Wormy Ending | Scott Ziegler | Acts 12
Life has many pains and struggles, but God has a greater plan we might not even know about. So how should we respond in moments of trial? Check out Scott's message on Acts 12.
May 06, 2024•38 min
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The Bridge Community Church is one church with four locations near Chicago, Illinois. Our mission is to connect people with God, people, and service.
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Behind The Scenes | Junior Ziegler | Acts 11:22-30
It’s easy to want to put ourselves in the spotlight, but what if that isn’t the best way to make an impact? Check out this message from Junior on a man whose story you may not know but still benefits you today.
Apr 29, 2024•37 min
Legalism | Denim Trncic | Acts 10
When trying to do what’s right, people often add extra rules and become legalistic. How can we avoid this tendency and refocus on our mission? Check out this message from Denim.
Apr 21, 2024•37 min
Baptism | Scott Ziegler | Acts 2
One of the first steps for a believer to take is to get baptized, but why? What does it mean? And why does Jesus tell us to get baptized? Check out Scott’s message from baptism weekend for the answers.
Apr 14, 2024•30 min
Fairytales? | Junior Ziegler | John 20
If you find the story of Jesus hard to believe, you're not alone. Is there any proof of it being real? And if it were true, what would that mean for you? Check out Junior's message from Easter weekend.
Apr 01, 2024•34 min
Philippian Jailer Converted | Acts 16:19-34 | Scott Ziegler
Join our Bridge team in Turkey as Pastors Scott and Junior and tune in for Pastor Scott's message on the Philippian Jailer. Reflect and ask yourself, "In the midst of difficult situations, how will I respond?"
Mar 25, 2024•16 min
Meet Saul | Luke Kuepfer | Acts 9:1-25
God desires for us to turn away from our old life and accept His grace. This is the powerful experience of conversion. Have you made that decision? If not, will you?
Mar 18, 2024•37 min
Who Is Your One? | Junior Ziegler | Acts 8:26-40
The Gospel is the best news we could ever hear, and we’re called to boldly share it. Who’s the one person you can do this for today? Check out last weekend’s message.
Mar 10, 2024•36 min
When God Nudges | Junior Ziegler | Acts 8:1-25
God often nudges us to do hard things, but they end up being some of the best decisions for us. What’s waiting for you on the other side of this nudge? Check out last weekend’s message.
Mar 03, 2024•39 min
That's Not Right | Scott Ziegler | Acts 6:8-7:60
Like many in the early church, we’re bound to face injustices. How can we push forward despite this and drive our attention at something far greater? Check out last weekend’s message.
Feb 25, 2024•36 min
A Problem With Growth | Junior Ziegler | Acts 6:1-7
The process of growth often brings opposition and struggle, but it’s always worth it. Where has God called you to be gracious in this process and continue to help this growth? Check out last weekend's message.
Feb 19, 2024•37 min
Tenacity | Acts 5:15-42 | Scott Ziegler
No matter what it’s been up against, the Church has stood strong for God in the face of harsh opposition. What’s the secret? How can we continue to persevere? Check out last weekend’s message.
Feb 12, 2024•37 min
A Tale of Two Graves | Brian Nelson | Acts 4:32-5:11
We all have a part of ourselves we try to hide, but our hypocrisy harms everything around us. What would our communities look like if we focused on living truthfully instead? Check out last weekend's message.
Feb 04, 2024•42 min
What To Do With Opposition | Junior Ziegler | Acts 4
When we’re bold enough to share our faith, we’re bound to face opposition. How did the earliest followers of Jesus deal with this, and why should we follow in these daunting footsteps? Check out last weekend’s message.
Jan 28, 2024•39 min
Lessons From A Beggar | Scott Ziegler | Acts 3
We often chase worldly pleasures to maximize happiness in life, yet they often leave us unsatisfied. What would it take for us to recognize that the greatest joy is already within reach? Check out last weekend’s message.
Jan 21, 2024•34 min
Our Roots | Scott Ziegler | Acts 2
The early church is full of stories of generosity, radical life transformation, and unity among the believers. How can we embody this today? What would it look like if we did? Check out last weekend’s message.
Jan 15, 2024•38 min
The Big Wait | Junior Ziegler | Acts 1
God often calls His people to periods of waiting, and they're never without purpose. How can we maximize our times of waiting and be purposeful through them? Check out last weekend's message to kick off our new series in Acts.
Jan 07, 2024•39 min
Finding Your Purpose | Denim Trncic | Matthew 22:33-40
When we don't understand our purpose in life, it's easy to get off course and get lost. How do we learn what our true purpose is and what does it look like to live it out daily? Check out last weekend's message.
Dec 31, 2023•38 min
O Little Town of Bethlehem | Scott Ziegler | Luke 2
The Christmas story is full of so many details, but what about it is so life-changing? Why should we center our lives around what happened in Bethlehem two thousand years ago? Check out last weekend's message.
Dec 18, 2023•38 min
O Come Emmanuel | Junior Ziegler | Luke 1:26-30
In our hardest days, it's hard to understand that God is present and loves us. Where can we turn to get through these dark times, and how can we believe the truth that God is with us? Check out last weekend's message.
Dec 11, 2023•38 min
Silent Night | Junior Ziegler | Revelation 12
The Christmas season can often be overshadowed by busyness of our daily lives. How can we make the most of our celebrations this season and focus in on Christ? Check out last weekend's message.
Dec 03, 2023•34 min
The Eye | Junior Ziegler | Matthew 6:22-23
Jesus taught that what you look at directs your heart. What have your eyes seen and caused you to pursue? Have you been sensitive to the lost and opportunities to share the Gospel? Check out last weekend's message
Nov 27, 2023•35 min
How To Be Rich | Scott Ziegler | Matthew 6:19-21
With every decision we make, we're setting aside a reward. Is it for our own benefit now, or for the benefit of others? How will our behavior and giving now affect our lives in the long run? Check out last weekend's message.
Nov 20, 2023•40 min
Persecuted | Denim Trncic | Matthew 5:10-12
Whether you do what's right or wrong, you're going to face challenging times. Why do we face persecution, and how can we best navigate it as followers of Jesus? Check out last weekend's message.
Nov 13, 2023•35 min
Peacemakers | Junior Ziegler | Matthew 5:9
We all want peace in our lives, friendships, and relationships, but we may not even know what it really means. Is it the absence of conflict, or something more? What does it look like and how do we achieve it? Check out last weekend's message.
Nov 05, 2023•41 min
Mixed Heart | Scott Ziegler | Matthew 5:8
Sometimes our vision feels blurred and we're not sure how to navigate life. How can we clear up our sights and refocus our decisions and relationships? Check out last weekend's message.
Oct 29, 2023•37 min
Unmerciful Verse? | Scott Ziegler | Matthew 5:7
Showing mercy to others is one of the most challenging things to do. We may not even know where to start, but we know it's a daunting task. Jesus gave the perfect example for it; are you ready to follow it? Check out last weekend's message.
Oct 22, 2023•37 min
Staying Hungry | Junior Ziegler | Matthew 5:6
Whatever you crave, you consume. This can easily lead to drifting away from God and pursuing selfishness if we're not careful. How can we refocus and live faithfully for God instead? Check out last weekend's message.
Oct 15, 2023•38 min
Controlled Power | Mark Shoemaker | Matthew 5:5
In a world so driven by popularity and status, what would it look like to instead be meek? Why would we ever want to strive for such a seemingly lowly position? Check out last weekend's message.
Oct 08, 2023•39 min
A Depressing Verse | Denim Trncic | Matthew 5:4
Whether it's our own sin or tragic circumstances, there's no avoiding hardships in life. Instead of avoiding the subject or suppressing the pain, what does it look like to properly mourn? Check out last weekend's message.
Oct 01, 2023•34 min
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