Hardwired with Jeff Wickwire

Do you consider yourself to be someone who is easily offended? Well, being a Christian is going to be a difficult challenge if that is the case. Pastor Jeff shows you today how Jesus wants you to not be easily offended, and to instead react with grace and love towards those who persecute you. Don’t allow yourself to be steamrolled by someone making credible threats against you, but when you show t...

Are you ever worried about blaspheming the Holy Spirit? About committing the unforgivable sin? Well, Pastor Jeff encourages you that by listening to this program today, you are in fact innocent of blasphemy! The Pharisees were guilty of blasphemy because they knew that Jesus fulfilled all of the signs of the Messiah, and yet they chose to accuse him of working under the power of Satan. They were l...

When you think about the symbol of the cross in today’s age, you almost certainly think of it in relation to Jesus. But two thousand years ago, the cross symbolized a torturous death reserved for criminals. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that when Jesus said to take up your cross, it means that you will have to give something up. Maybe it’s a relationship, maybe it’s a sinful habit that you indulge...

When you actively engage in preaching God’s good news, do you ever experience His unwavering strength? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants to show you the inherent power found in proclaiming God's good news to the world. The act of sharing His message not only becomes a source of strength, but an avenue into God’s presence. Regardless of the storms that will come, preaching God's Word will alway...

When you surrender to God’s perfect love, do you experience rapid growth? Today, Pastor Jeff illustrates that your life will improve by immersing yourself in God’s love. God’s love will never fail you and will only serve to carry you to the finish line. It stands as an unwavering force, propelling you toward self-discovery and purpose. Embrace this glorious journey, allowing God's love to consume...

If you looked at a world map from two hundred years ago, you’d see dozens of countries that exist today either didn’t exist back then or had completely different names. It seems that every few years a government falls, only to be replaced with another. Well, Pastor Jeff encourages you today to remember that Jesus is coming to establish an eternal Kingdom! While there may be conflict and struggle o...

The Bible famously tells Christians that when someone slaps them, to turn the other cheek. Have you really taken the time to consider how you would react if someone slapped you out of the blue? It would be your most basic human instinct to fight back, to return a slap for a slap. But Pastor Jeff reminds you to break that cycle, respond to persecution with a gentle spirit, and pray for the one who...

As you can tell, all of the Beatitudes share a similar theme: someone who is even-keeled and slow to let their emotions take over their actions is favored by the Lord. Pastor Jeff doesn’t want you to think that these are the only things that bring about God’s favor, but they are the outward signs of a selfless heart. Being slow to anger and quick to show mercy are traits of God’s nature, and the g...

Today’s culture is all about watching out for your own interests. It can be difficult to trust someone to put your interests above their own, even in a low-risk situation. Pastor Jeff reminds you today of the story of the Good Samaritan, someone who didn’t just stop to help someone in need, but selflessly sacrificed to ensure they got back on their feet. God calls you to be a merciful person, to r...

Do you remember the first time you had your favorite food? What was so special about it? Did it make you feel something new, or was there a specific ingredient that made that meal stand out above the rest? Well, Pastor Jeff teaches you today that when you truly encounter God’s presence, you can’t stop thinking about it until the next time you are refilled. You start to count down until the next ti...

In your journey, have you ever let God guide your life? When you know what He’s calling you to, do you drop everything and answer the call? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff reminds you that when God beckons you toward a purpose, He expects you to follow through. Regardless of your knowledge, or how well your decisions seem to be working out, you’ll never experience all of the things that God has in...

When you’re burdened by the weight of life's challenges, how do you respond? How do you overcome it all when you’re stuck in a pit with no way out? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that you can find refuge by laying your burdens at his feet. God wants nothing more than to see you be the beautiful person He has always wanted you to be. Step into the liberating truth that you’ll fin...

There’s a classic saying that we tell children that says, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me”. There is some Biblical truth to that statement because we see in the Beatitudes that we are called to be meek. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff teaches that when we are quick to react against an offense, it does two things: it makes us always be on the defensive, but it al...

If you’ve ever worn prescription glasses in your life, there’s a moment where you first put them on and begin to see everything much more clearly than you used to! Well, Pastor Jeff teaches you today that when the Holy Spirit comes into your life, He begins to reveal to you how much you need God’s presence to get through life. You will begin to see how poor you are without God. If you learn to com...

Have you ever wondered why it is so hard for rival nations to find lasting peace? It’s because they are looking for something they can’t give each other. Humanity is too volatile, there is always someone looking to take from one another, so lasting peace is very difficult to maintain. However, Pastor Jeff reminds you today that true peace is only found in Christ. It’s the kind of peace that only c...

Unfortunately, humanity bears a debt of sin that we cannot repay on our own. We are all guilty of turning our backs on God and choosing our own ways over His. But that doesn’t mean we are without hope, Pastor Jeff reminds us today that we have a path to redemption and restoration through Jesus Christ. The joy that we find in the Christmas season comes from the fact that Jesus’ birth made a way for...

Sometimes when you get sick, it can feel like forever since you last felt well, and it can begin to feel like you’ll never be well again. But then, one day you’ll notice that you don’t have symptoms anymore! The relief of that feeling is what you get when the joy of the Lord enters your life. Pastor Jeff reminds you today that when you are restored to God’s presence, some of the spiritual blocks t...

In the quest to discover the meaning of life, it can be overwhelming to choose what to believe. Oftentimes, we see religion as a list of rules and old rituals. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that beyond rituals or doctrines, it’s a personal connection with Jesus that brings depth and purpose to your life. Stop chasing the lies of this world and believe in something that will nev...

Do you know that you’ve been chosen by God? Do you know that He has always had you on His heart and wants to transform you from the inside out? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that beyond the confines of this world, God is inviting you to become an integral part of His eternal kingdom. Regardless of life's uncertainties, you are chosen by God to dwell with Him in Heaven. Stake yo...

Part of the miracle of Jesus’ nature is that He has lived a fully human life, but was able to endure temptation, rejection, and pain while being completely sinless, free from its crimson stain. Pastor Jeff reminds you today that there is no other high priest who can intervene on your behalf quite like Jesus can, and no other high priest can understand your pain and struggles like Him. Bring all of...

The Holy Spirit has always been around from the beginning of time, working and intervening behind the scenes for the sake of God’s people. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that the Holy Spirit was involved in the immaculate conception, in forming a child that was both fully human and fully God. The birth of Jesus is a miracle that eclipses every single act of God that preceded it because it required...

When you’re going through a challenging period in your life, it can be tough to find your footing, just like it’s tough to stay on a boat in stormy conditions. But Pastor Jeff wants you to be reassured today that there is an anchor for your soul, and that is the presence of Jesus Christ within you. When the world around you is filled with uncertainty over what is coming in the future, you can be a...

Have you ever bought a product because it advertises a lifetime guarantee? These products are made to stand the test of time, and not degrade with the passage of time. Well, Pastor Jeff teaches you today that God’s promise of salvation carries a lifetime guarantee of its own! As long as you follow the commandments of Jesus, you can be assured that you will live an eternal life in Heaven, in the pr...

Jewish prophets had been prophesying about the coming Messiah for centuries before the birth of Jesus. However, the Jewish scholars and leaders of the time were looking for a conquering King to be their Saviour, not for a humble child born in a barn. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that our Lord did not come to conquer and overthrow the kingdoms of Earth, but instead He came among the people, born h...

Amidst the rhythm of daily life, do you ever underestimate the significance of the cross? Do you ever let it slip into your lower priorities? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that you must never take the cross for granted. As Christians, we’re nothing without the saving blood of Jesus on the cross. It’s not just something to wear around your neck, but instead should be a powerful...