Alliance Bible Church - Mequon, Wisconsin

God is love. Love is god. Which statement is true? What difference does it make? In Part 5 of the series, "Theological Bootcamp," come discover the enormity of God’s love. It’s deeper than you ever thought possible. 1. Five Senses of God’s Love 2. Correcting Christian Clichés 3. God’s Love in Jesus Text: Selected Scriptures

In Part 4 of the series, "Theological Bootcamp," we'll be looking at Scripture passages that don't get a lot of attention in 21st century America. But they are in the Bible for a reason. They tell us about God - the only God there is. The Holiness of God: 1. The Overwhelming Nature of It 2. The Unyielding Power of It 3. The Surprising Origin of It Text: Leviticus 10:1-3; 2 Samu...

What makes the God of the Bible different from all other gods? Isaiah makes it clear that God is sovereign over all things. What is the sovereignty of God and why does it matter? Join us in Part 3 of the series, "Theological Bootcamp," as we explore this together! 1. The Foolishness of False gods 2. The True God Sustains 3. The True God Is in Control Text: Isaiah 46

"The glory of God" is a phrase heard often within Christian circles. But what exactly does that mean? It's definition is profound and it is a game-changer for the Christian life. Join us in Part 2 of the series, "Theological Bootcamp." 1. What Is Meant by "the Glory of God?" 2. Three Camera Angles on "the Glory of God" Text: Genesis 1; Isaiah 43:7; John...

In any crisis, candy won't sustain you, but meat and potatoes will. In Part 1 of the series, "Theological Bootcamp," we'll do a deep dive into God's disclosure of Himself in nature, Scripture and Jesus. Welcome to "meat and potatoes" Christianity. 1. The Eloquence of Nature 2. The Necessity of Scripture 3. The Sweetness of Jesus Text: Psalm 19

Is God at the center of our perspective on the ever changing future? Learn how to seek opportunity and have a faith filled response while fulfilling the mission of God with your life. 1. The Opportunity 2. The Response of Unbelief 3. The Response of Faith Text: Numbers 13:25-14:10

Jesus' timing, diagnosis and solution to our problems will absolutely confound us. But if He is truly the Lord of your life, you need to see how He works. We'll take a close look at that in this message. Solving Your Problems… 1. The Timetable  2. The Correct Diagnosis  3. The Desired Result Text: Mark 5:21-43

Do you believe personal, supernatural evil exists? What do you think is the best way to deal with it? In this message, we'll ponder the nature of it and the surprising way to defeat it. 1. The Power Behind Evil 2. How Evil Works in a Life 3. How to Defeat It Text: Mark 5:1-20

Is a "disciple" different than a "Christian?" Some people think so, but that's not what the Scriptures teach. If you claim to be a Christian, you are called to be a disciple. In this message, we'll look at a story that fleshes out characteristics of a true disciple. Characteristics of a true Jesus-follower entail a... 1. Plucky Pursuit of Christ 2. Confrontation of th...

Fear. We feel it every day. It wreaks havoc on our lives and causes us to miss out on incredible opportunities to advance God's mission in the world. Let's eradicate it. 1. Two Reasons We Fear 2. What Fear Leads to 3. What to Do About It Text: Matthew 14:22-33

Scarcity is scary. How should a Christian respond when supplies are low and tensions are high? A Different Kind of Response to the Fear of Not Having Enough 1. What That Response Is 2. Why It Matters 3. How It Happens Text: Matthew 14:13-21

By the time world history comes to an end, Jesus won't be the only one who experiences a resurrection. Christians will too! Easter sets the stage for life after death. 1. What It Will Be Like 2. Who Makes It Happen 3. How to Receive It Text: 1 Corinthians 15:20-23; 35-44a

You are cursed! Why? By what? How do I get out of it? It's a harsh reality check, but it has an amazing ending. 1. The Sinfulness of Sin 2. The Inadequacy of Good Works 3. Jesus, Our Saving Substitute Text: Galatians 3:10-14

Tragedy on a scale like what we're seeing these days possesses the power to concentrate the mind. In this message, we will contemplate the following ideas: 1. Death's Invisibility 2. Death's Origins 3. Death's Death

You'll never experience a radical transformation of your life until you understand and treat Jesus as King. In this message, we'll construct a picture of what it looks like to crown Him King. 1. Limit the “Why"-ning 2. Yours, Mine, and Ours - or Just Jesus’ 3. “Ain’t No Rock Gonna Take My Place" Text: Luke 19:28-40

OK, ABC, here's one thing I know: we all are a party waiting to happen! By the time this storm blows over, the walls in our homes will need new paint jobs due to the clawing they've received. So in this message, we're looking at a text that demonstrates even Jesus is no party-pooper, but rather, he's a party waiting to happen. 1. What He Offers 2. How He Makes It Possible 3. Ho...

An encounter with Jesus rarely generated a moderate response. He either made people so angry they wanted to kill him, or he electrified them so much they wanted to follow him. In this message, we'll look at one of Jesus' teachings that is a quintessential example of this. And the topic? Control. Who is in the "driver's seat?" 1. Tenants and the Owner 2. Tenants and the Ser...

Christianity is something entirely different from religion. In this message, we'll explore how the Christian gospel offers something religion can never give you: being fully known and yet fully loved. 1. The Problem 2. The Religious Solution 3. The Gospel Solution Text: Luke 18:9-14

Would you be open to the possibility that real Christianity is very different from religion? Join us, as we take a close look at those differences. Are you a Christian? Or just religious? Characteristics of Religion: 1. Religion Objects to "Outsiders" Receiving God's Grace 2. Religion Discourages Ministry to "Outsiders" 3. Religion Resists Integration With "Outsiders&...

Receiving or showing mercy just isn't comfortable. Mercy, with all of its baggage, can leave us wondering how we should even go about starting this difficult journey. In this message, we'll look at the starting point of mercy and the surprisingly good news it holds for everyone. 1. Mercy Sees With Compassion 2. Mercy Isn't Cowardly 3. Mercy Is Costly Text: Luke 10:25-37

Mercy may be one of the hardest things to show to someone when they have wronged you. Perhaps even more difficult is when it happens within the local church. Can we actually forgive our brother and sister from the heart? In this message, we will look at the importance of forgiveness and its relationship to the cross. 1. How Often Should I Forgive? 2. Why Should I Forgive? 3. What Happens If I Don&...

Earthly kingdoms always come through coercion and force. But the kingdom of God enters in a drastically different way. In this message, we'll think about how the kingdom of God comes and signs it's penetrated your heart. The Kingdom of God 1. How It Comes 2. Signs It's Penetrated Your Heart Text: Matthew 13:1-9; 18-23

Has Jesus peaked your curiosity? No matter your past or present, if you're interested, we'd like to offer you a front row seat to hear about the man named Jesus.  1. The Seeker and His Salvation 2. The Seekers and Their Sin Text: Luke 19:1-10

In this short communion devotional, Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, gives a clear explanation of what the Christian gospel is... and what it isn't.

This seminar will define the key biblical principles that transform the way we think about money as Christians. This seminar is not about the numbers or specific financial planning, but rather about mindset. When we see money like God does, we can begin to make decisions about money that make sense both spiritually and financially.