Abundant Life Church Podcast

What Is Your Purpose in Life?  It is a question everyone asks at some point. God’s purpose gives meaning, and meaning gives peace and joy. Pastor Devin continues in Acts 10 in a message called “Hope for Purpose.”  As we look at God using Peter and Cornelius, we see steps taken that make themselves available for God’s use.  Are you available for God to use your life? Support the show

Am I going to heaven?  It’s a good question to ask yourself.  If there is a heaven and a hell, as the bible teaches, we want to make sure we understand what assures us that we cross over and will be accepted into heaven. Pastor Devin continues in Acts as we look at the story of Peter and Cornelius.  Cornelius wasn’t a follower of Jesus and wasn’t a Jewish person.  Yet, he came to know Jesus in a r...

Seasons are a part of Life. They bring change and variety. They help us to identify where we are in the calendar year. Some seasons we love, and other seasons we can’t wait to end. In our journey of following Jesus, there are different “seasons.” Some seasons are easy, and some are very difficult. As we continue to look at Saul's life in Acts 9, Pastor Devin highlights the seasons that he wal...

In the reality of living in 2024 with the many problems that surround, there is a beacon of hope that shines forth from the message of Jesus.  God’s word is filled with hope that can be applied to our everyday lives. As we continue in Acts, Pastor Devin shares the very changes that Saul made immediately after trusting in Jesus.  Sometimes we come to church or trust in Jesus, and there is no change...

God sent his only Son into the world to bring hope and salvation to everyone.  For those who believe, we celebrate this news every day.  But what about those who don’t believe? It's our collective responsibility, as a congregation, to go and tell others about Jesus’ love and grace. Pastor Devin continues in the book of Acts as we look at God’s chosen servant, Ananias.  Who was he, and why did...

The message of Jesus Christ is true hope for all the world.  As Pastor Devin continues in the book of Acts, we see Jesus transforming one of his greatest opponents, Saul of Tarsus. It’s easy today to focus on all the attacks on Christianity and think that God is not working. But we know that in the same way Jesus touched Saul’s life, he is transforming lives today. As Saul trusted and surrendered...

This week, Pastor Joe Gonyea leads us through Acts chapter 8:26-40. As a disciple of Jesus, we must continually be seeking God, being willing to hear what he has for our lives, and then we must respond to what God calls us to if we want to experience all that He has for us. Support the show

The message of Jesus Christ is true hope for all the world.  As Pastor Devin continues in the book of Acts, we see the message of Jesus spreading to Samaria and eventually to the ends of the world. But do you know that this message given so long ago can give you hope today?  If you know this hope, do you know you can give it to everyone around you?  Where do you get the power to share this message...

Pastor Scott brings the Word today, continuing in our current series. There is a greater purpose to the pain that you go through in this life, and God sees you in the midst of it all. Pain is definite, but we have hope because Jesus has overcome the world. Support the show

How far are you willing to trust God?  Will you trust God with your finances, or your time, or a relationship?  How about with your physical life?  As we delve deeper into this series, Pastor Devin shares the story of the first Christian martyr, Stephen, who unwaveringly followed Jesus even when it cost him his life, reminding us of God's constant presence in our trials. Support the show

Is it possible to thrive in difficult times?  When life throws us curveballs, can we hit home runs?  We have often developed tendencies to handle our difficulties that might not be biblical. This week, we are looking at the story of a man named Stephen who faced serious difficulties. Yet, instead of giving up or failing, he “shined.” Join us as we learn how to shine in our times of struggle. Suppo...

Why does life have to be so hard?  Do you ever ponder that question?  Why does life get harder when following Jesus?  Pastor Devin continues his series in the book of Acts, which details various struggles the early church experienced.  How did the early church handle difficulty and pain?  How can we stay encouraged in the midst of trials?  Join us as we look to the early church for encouragement f...

Join us as Pastor Jess shares the story of Jesus multiplying the loaves and the fishes to feed the 5,000. Many times, it's easy for us to be overwhelmed with our situations, feeling like we don't have enough to give! As we hear this story today, let us be reminded of Jesus' power that is still working through His people today. Support the show

Today, as we examine the apostle Paul’s encouragement to the Philippians, we see him give his final thoughts regarding their journey in following Jesus.  His encouragement is one of practice and training. Accessing God's peace has a spiritual component, but it also has a physical and mental component that requires practice, training, and repetition. Pastor Devin explains how Paul is concludin...

How do we battle the anxiety that we face in our lives?  There are many answers the world can give to us.  However, we are promised peace in God’s word as we follow and trust in Him. As Pastor Devin continues this series, we will examine how praising and worshiping God can be a doorway to peace in our hearts and lives! Support the show

Pastor Scott continues our current series as we look at Philippians 4: 4-7 and 1 Peter 5: 6-8 as a guide for how to trust God in our most anxious moments. Support the show

Do not be anxious about ANYTHING? Is that even possible? With everything going on in our lives and in the world, how can we truly expect to have a life a life that's rid of anxiety and worry? Today we are looking at some of Jesus' teaching from His Sermon on the Mount. We are going to learn some ways that we can truly give our worries to God and to seek His Kingdom above all else. Suppor...

Most of us long for peaceful moments in life.  However, instead we are overwhelmed with the anxieties of life.  It is affecting people on all levels.   We are going to be looking at Philippians 4 as a guide for how to trust God in our most anxious moments of life. Support the show

Join us for a special service, centered all around the darkest, yet MOST IMPORTANT day in the life of Jesus. He died for a purpose; the greatest purpose of all. For all of us. Support the show

Today is Easter!  It truly is the greatest day in history as the resurrection of Jesus has changed everything.  As you celebrate today, let us remember that we can have hope in every difficult trial we go through.  If Jesus rose from the dead, that power is available to us who believe.  We are excited for you to join us as we celebrate Jesus! Support the show

Special Guest Eran Holt brings a powerful Word today as he challenges us to trust God, specifically in times uncertainty. We need to let our FAITH be greater than our FEAR. Support the show

According to the United States Constitution, being an American comes with the right for the “pursuit of happiness”. Most Americans take that serious as we seek to live in comfort and do everything we can do to be pain free. But what happens when we suffer for believing in Jesus? Should we give up that right for the sake of Jesus? As we continue in Acts 5, we see the examples of the early apostles...

As Pastor Devin continues in Acts, we take a balanced look at the topic of healing.  Is God still healing today?  Does he hear me when I pray?  How can I access his healing power?  What is the church’s role in healing?  Is there a greater lesson to be learned through healing?  Join us as we allow Acts 5 to guide our faith in the work that Jesus is still doing today!  Support the show

It’s difficult in our current culture for any group of people to stay “together”.  Sadly, it is also difficult for the people of God to stay unified.  However, Acts gives us a picture of unity and Godly generosity! When we are generous, it encourages love, trust, and devotion to one another.  Pastor Devin leads us through Acts 4 and 5 as we use the early church’s example as a guide for us today. S...

What is the purpose of the church meeting together?  Sometimes we feel that church can just be a social club, or a place where I go to get my needs met.  Some feel that the church should only be about meeting the physical needs of the community?  What really is the purpose of the church? In this message, Pastor Devin continues in the book of Acts, as he starts a series called “Together”.  All thro...