What does it mean to have joy even when life hurts? In this honest and heartfelt message, Michael Bohrer reflects on suffering—from sports heartbreaks and personal setbacks to deep grief and loss—and how the Apostle Paul’s words in Philippians offer a surprising invitation: to find joy not after suffering, but within it. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and a reminder that we’re not meant to walk alone, Michael points us to a kind of joy the world can’t steal—a joy rooted in Jesus, forg...
Jul 06, 2025•30 min
Where do we place our confidence—our effort, our energy, our hope? In this message, Ciera Wessels, Executive Admin unpacks a bold warning from Paul in Philippians 3 and invites us to trade in our striving for true security found in Jesus. Whether you're a recovering perfectionist, a rule-follower, or just someone who’s tired of trying to be enough, this message offers a freeing reminder: we don’t have to earn it. We simply get to receive it—and discover joy on the other side.
Jun 29, 2025•32 min
Have you ever had a before-and-after moment that changed everything? In this message, we explore how the gospel first arrived in Europe through a group of unlikely people—a businesswoman, a slave girl, and a Roman jailer—and how their encounters with Jesus sparked a church in Philippi. As we begin our journey through Philippians, we’re invited to know Christ in a deeper, more personal way—beyond information and into transformation. Discover how knowing Jesus reshapes our mindset, reframes our st...
Jun 22, 2025•33 min
Our world is in desperate need of good, strong men—men of character and courage who grow, lead, and serve like Christ. Whether you’re a dad, a mentor, or just trying to figure it out, you’re called to rise up. This is a message about legacy, responsibility, and the kind of strength that makes a difference.
Jun 15, 2025•39 min
It creeps in quietly—sometimes while sitting in your favorite chair, sometimes when scrolling past someone else’s life. Coveting may not seem as dangerous as other sins, but it can poison your heart, relationships, and even your view of God. In this message, we’ll unpack how this subtle yet toxic mindset of comparison, entitlement, and envy can steal your joy and contentment—and discover how Christ offers us a better way to live with freedom and gratitude.
Jun 08, 2025•37 min
This Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Paul invites us to see the Ten Commandments not just as a list of rules, but as a call to become people who honor life and reflect God’s heart in our relationships. Jesus moves the conversation from behavior to the heart—showing us that contempt, lust, and dehumanization are as destructive to our souls as outward actions. As we remember the value of every person made in God's image, we’ll explore how true life is found in giving life, protecting dignity, and cho...
May 25, 2025•35 min
In this heartfelt and practical Mother’s Day message, Terri Markquart invites us to rediscover the beauty and power of the fifth commandment—honor your father and mother. With wisdom, humor, and personal stories, we explore what it truly means to attach value to others, beginning in the home. From parenting’s heavy moments to the quiet strength of caring for aging parents, this message challenges us to become people of honor in a world that desperately needs it.
May 11, 2025•23 min
What do you worship—really? In this powerful message, we’re invited to consider that worship isn’t just singing songs or praying; it’s about what captures our heart, attention, and sacrifice every single day. Whether we realize it or not, we all worship something. Pastor Paul unpacks the first three commandments not as rules, but as life-giving principles that reveal how worship shapes our identity, our priorities, and our relationships.
May 04, 2025•35 min
We were made for covenant, not chaos. In this message, we begin rediscovering the power of covenant—where love and commitment meet to create the foundation for flourishing families, churches, and nations. Through the lens of the Ten Commandments, we see how God’s timeless truths are not just ancient rules, but a path to real freedom, written on our hearts through Jesus.
Apr 27, 2025•37 min
What if the empty tomb wasn’t just a symbol of hope—but the turning point of your entire story? In this Easter message, Pastor Paul unpacks the deeper meaning behind the resurrection of Jesus and the gifts it offers to every one of us. Whether your life feels stuck in tragedy, weighed down by fear, or wandering without direction, the risen Christ invites you into something greater. Something lasting. Something true. Come discover the three gifts of the empty tomb—and what they might mean for you...
Apr 20, 2025•30 min
The disciples thought they knew what Jesus came to do—but His words in the upper room turned their expectations upside down. In this message, we’re invited to wrestle with disappointment, rethink what we truly need, and discover the kind of joy that can’t be taken away.
Apr 13, 2025•40 min
Jesus didn’t leave us on our own—He gave us the Holy Spirit to guide, comfort, and empower us. In this message, we’ll look at who the Spirit is, how He works in our lives, and what it means to walk with Him daily in truth, love, and power. Also, Pastor Paul's Making Room update!
Apr 06, 2025•44 min
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? In this message, we’re invited to slow down, name what we’re feeling, and experience comfort for the troubled heart. Through a simple spiritual practice, we’ll learn how to notice God’s presence, rest in His promises, and find peace in who He is.
Mar 30, 2025•42 min
Of all the things Jesus asks of us, the most difficult—and most defining—is His command to love one another. Not a sentimental, feel-good love, but a costly, courageous, and sacrificial love that reflects the way He loves us. In this message, we’re invited to rediscover what real love looks like, especially when it’s hard, undeserved, or painful.
Mar 23, 2025•42 min
Have you ever stepped into something new, convinced you’d be great at it, only to be humbled by how hard it really was? Whether it’s parenting, marriage, a new job, or even just a hobby like golf, we all encounter moments where our confidence meets reality. In this message, Pastor Brian shares his personal journey of learning humility and grace—lessons shaped on the football field, in parenting, and through the quiet example of Jesus washing His disciples' feet. Discover how embracing the postur...
Mar 16, 2025•38 min
What does it mean to live a life that truly matters? In his message Lifted Up, Pastor Paul shares a personal story about growing up in a big old house with hidden stained-glass windows—beautiful, but covered up and kept in the dark. He uses this image to remind us that God created each of us to be glorious, like stained glass that shines when light passes through it. But that kind of beauty and purpose isn’t found by holding on to our own desires. It comes when we choose a life of service, sacri...
Mar 09, 2025•40 min
Fear, frustration, and pain—negative emotions we often try to push down and just press on with life. But what if true healing only comes from facing these emotions, not running from them? In this message, Pastor Paul talks about facing our painful emotions with faith, letting Jesus transform them, and finding real peace, joy, and healing in Him. As we enter Lent, a season marked by ashes and renewal, this is our chance to bring our struggles into the light once and for all. Jesus knows our pain—...
Mar 02, 2025•44 min
Quick fixes won't save you—discover the secret to deep healing. In this message, a powerful man's struggle with pride and brokenness unveils an unexpected invitation to let go, humble yourself, and embrace a transformative journey with God. Are you ready to confront your hidden wounds and experience true, lasting change?
Feb 23, 2025•42 min
Through the story of Elijah and Elisha, we see how God's presence shapes and commissions us, calling us to deeper faith and transformation. Whether through a fiery chariot or a still small voice, God's glory is meant to be experienced, not just observed. This message explores how God meets us in the ordinary and empowers us for the extraordinary.
Feb 16, 2025•34 min
How clearly do you see the world around you? In this message, we explore the powerful biblical metaphor of sight—both physical and spiritual. When we rely only on what we see with our eyes, fear and uncertainty can cloud our vision. Pastor Paul explains how spiritual sight allows us to recognize truth, see God's presence in our lives, and understand that He is fighting for us.
Feb 09, 2025•44 min
Evil is real, and it thrives when it goes unchecked. In a world that often calls what is wicked good and what is good intolerant, we must stand firm in discerning truth. But recognizing evil isn’t enough—we must turn our hearts toward righteousness. Scripture warns us that unchecked sin leads to destruction, but God, in His mercy, always offers a way back. No one is beyond redemption. True repentance—turning away from darkness and back to God—restores what evil seeks to destroy. The call is clea...
Feb 02, 2025•45 min
In this message, Mackenzie confronts the powerful influence of the narratives we tell ourselves. Through the story of Elijah and his encounter with God, we see the tension between negative self-beliefs and the truth of God’s gentle, loving voice. So, what are the stories shaping your life today? Are they rooted in fear, doubt, and inadequacy—or in the transformative truth of who God says you are? Reframing these narratives through Scripture can lead to freedom, purpose, and a deeper relationship...
Jan 26, 2025•26 min
Have you ever felt like the ordinary parts of life don’t matter to God? In this message, you’ll see how God is present in both the mundane and the miraculous. Through the story of Elijah and the widow, Pastor Paul shows how God works through every moment to provide, guide, and include us in His greater plan. Be encouraged that nothing in your life is too small for His care!
Jan 19, 2025•37 min
What are you offering your life to? Reflecting on the truth that each day we place our time, energy, and resources on an altar, we are reminded to examine where we invest ourselves. In a world of competing "altars" that demand much but deliver little, we’re called to fully devote ourselves to God—the true source of life, purpose, and peace.
Jan 12, 2025•45 min
We kick off the year with anticipation, diving into the life of the prophet Elijah in our new series When Fire Falls. Elijah, an ordinary man empowered by God, witnessed miracles, confronted kings, and showed unwavering faith. Yet, as James reminds us, Elijah was "just like us." Through his story, we’re invited to trust God for the extraordinary in our lives. As we lean into prayer and worship this season, let’s open our hearts to God’s refining fire and the power of His presence.
Jan 05, 2025•34 min
Dec 24, 2024•16 min
In this message, Pastor Paul explores Jesus’ declaration, "I am the Bread of Life," showing how only He can satisfy our deepest hunger. Through John’s Gospel, we’re invited to embrace the eternal fulfillment found in Christ alone.
Dec 22, 2024•39 min
Have you ever felt lost? Executive Pastor Brian Faught brings a powerful message from John 14, where Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” We’re reminded that Jesus is not just one of many paths but the only way to true purpose, abundant life, and eternal hope.
Dec 15, 2024•35 min
Who’s leading your life, and are they worth following? In The Good Shepherd, we hear how Jesus leads with love, sacrifice, and care—offering a better way for us to live and lead. This message shows us how to tune out the voices that steal and destroy and instead follow the voice of the One who knows us by name and gives us life to the fullest.
Dec 08, 2024•37 min
As Advent begins, what does it mean to truly celebrate this season? Pastor Paul invites us to reflect on the art of celebration—not just feasting with food but celebrating with joy and hope rooted in Christ. We’ll explore the profound truth of Jesus as the great "I Am," the God who is beyond all understanding yet came close to us. Come rediscover the beauty of His love, the power of His promises, and the joy that makes this season worth celebrating.
Dec 01, 2024•42 min
