Alliance Bible Church - Mequon, Wisconsin

When we think of royalty we may think of the red carpet and flashing lights. We probably wouldn't think of a king coming in humility, yet that is how Jesus came. What does this mean and what are the implications of this for his church? Join us as we take a look at the one true King! 1) The Nature of the King 2) The Nature of the Kingdom Text: Matthew 21:1-11

A common approach to giving comfort in suffering is to reassure the sufferer that there are good reasons for the suffering; compelling answers to "Why?" questions. The book of Job teaches us consolation may be better given through a different question: "What?" Join us for the final installment of "Trusting God in the Darkness," where we will explore an unexpected appr...

When tragedy strikes, where do you turn? We usually turn to our friends and family. Why? Because we're looking for comfort and counsel. But not everyone is good at giving it. We'll learn from Job's "miserable comforters" to see what we can learn about how to offer good comfort to those grieving. 1) How not to counsel 2) How to self-counsel 3) The best counsel Text: Job 3-3...

Pull up news headlines circulating at any hour and you'll read about suffering. The loss doesn't have to be death. You might be grieving the loss of your health or the health of a loved one. You might be struggling through a time of financial need. Suffering is a certainty in life. So how do we learn to trust God in the darkness? Join us as we jump into a new series on the book of Job. L...

The Bible. It is the most widely read, quoted, translated, published, and sold book of all time, but what do you believe about it? In our series, Final Authority , let’s get curious about the claims of this book of books and consider what those claims mean for our lives today. Join us for the second message of this two-part series. Three very practical ways we can listen to all that God has said i...

The Bible. It is the most widely read, quoted, translated, published and sold book of all time, but what do you believe about it? In our series, Final Authority , let’s get curious about the claims of this book of books and consider what those claims mean for our lives today. 1) Scripture is accurate. 2) Scripture is powerful. 3) Scripture is special. Text: 2 Peter 1:16-21

"I'm not worthy to be a follower of Jesus Christ." Has that thought ever crossed your mind? There is good news if it has. Jesus doesn't pigeonhole you into who you currently are. Rather, he sees in you the potential of who you can become. That's worth celebrating! 1) Who he came for 2) What he called for 3) The befitting culmination of it Text: Luke 5:27-32

"I think when God wants to play a really rotten practical joke on you, he grants you your deepest wish." - Cynthia Heimel We are easily duped into thinking getting our deepest wishes will satisfy. Celebrities of all walks of life will tell you otherwise. Jesus refuses to play this rotten joke on us. He offers something far better. 1) The place of felt needs 2) The nature of faith 3) The...

Unacceptable. Worthless. Unwanted. There was a man Jesus lovingly engaged with whose life could be described this way. Perhaps you can, on some level, relate. Come find out what Jesus did for him and can do for you. A transforming encounter with Jesus: 1) The precursor to it 2) The radical nature of it 3) The costly love it requires Text: Luke 5:12-16

No one is born a Christian. So how does one become a Christian? Luke helps us see how this happens by telling us stories about the first people to ever make the decision to follow Jesus. We'll get a good look at how that happened in the life of the earliest follower of Jesus: the infamous Simon Peter. How does one become a Christian? 1) Hear 2) Trust 3) Confess 4) Respond Text: Luke 5:1-11

The modern world struggles with anything that can't be accounted for scientifically. So when we see Jesus casting out demons or healing people, is it reasonable to believe he did such things? If those stories are true, what are they telling us? Perhaps there's a supernatural component to our existence that we have ignored. Join us to find out! 1) Jesus and the miraculous 2) Jesus and the...

Michael Richards, who played Kramer in the famed sitcom Seinfeld , severely harmed his career when he let loose a string of ethnic slurs on the stand-up stage. Years later, it doesn't appear his search for absolution has proven to be fruitful. Yet many of us are quietly living lives acutely aware of our unrighteousness and desperate need for forgiveness. But who can give it? Join us to find o...

Did Jesus really exist? If he did, then everyone has some work to do: to figure out what kind of existence he had. And if we find he was who he claimed to be, then he can't be ignored. Key phrases: 1) "Many" 2) "fulfilled among us" 3) "eyewitnesses" 4) "carefully investigated… orderly account" 5) "Theophilus" 6) "that you may know the cer...

We usually want to follow the leader with the perfect resume that comes from a very distinguished family rather than a person with humble beginnings. This is what Nathanael first thought of when he heard of Jesus. Perhaps you have the same thoughts of Jesus as well. Maybe you think he is not one worth following. In the words of Philip, "Come and see," and catch a glimpse of the Son of Go...

We are impressed by whatever we deem to be greatness. This could be an undefeated sports team or a new technological device with all the right specs. What about a baby in a manger? How could a lowly child really be the King of the universe? We will look at one of the prophecies that foreshadowed the One who truly stands above the rest. 1) The Gift of the Son 2) The Name of the Son Text: Isaiah 9:1...

From signs held up during field goals and the bottom of In and Out Burger cups, to Forever 21 shopping bags and Tim Tebow's eye strips, "John 3:16" makes frequent appearances. In its familiarity, what gets lost is the message it contains specifically for you. Come hear about the greatest gift ever given. The greatest gift... 1) The shocking recipients of it 2) The exorbitant cost of...

The world is vying for our attention in many different ways. It seduces and lures us so that we might grab hold of what is fleeting. Is there anything that truly deserves our allegiance? Join us, as we look to the One who reigns supremely! 1) The Nature of the Son 2) The Offices of the Son 3) The Supremacy of the Son Text: Hebrews 1

As we move closer to Christmas, let's begin engaging with the significance of Jesus' arrival expressed in lyrics like these... Veiled in flesh the Godhead see Hail the incarnate Deity Pleased with us in flesh to dwell Jesus, our Emmanuel Join us for the first of a two-part series, "Emmanuel." It’s Christmas. The time of year we celebration the incarnation: God becomes flesh. Wh...

“Without air, our cells die. Without a story, our selves die.” - Neil Postman Christianity has transformed countless lives not by appealing to the human will, but by telling a story. Join us for the conclusion to the series, "The Story." The final installment promises an indescribable future meant to give you hope in the present. The end of the story results in… 1) A Populous People 2) L...

Many of us are familiar with the saying, “Arguing like an old married couple.” Sadly, this description is more serious than comical for many couples as deep-seated arguments and conflicts, if left unresolved, eventually strain marriages, families, and even ministries and churches. Join us as we examine a very significant and destructive issue, marital strife. 1) Source of Strife 2) Symptoms of Str...

Do you want to see change in your marriage, your kids, or yourself? Do you want to become more joyful, self-controlled, and loving? Jesus lived and died to make this possible. Join us as we look at the topic of Christian change. Christian Change… 1) The Nature of Change 2) How It Happens Text: Galatians 5:16-26

Access restricted. This is something we're familiar with. Whether it's work facilities, airports, or sports venues, there are places we can't access whenever or however we want. The same is true of heaven. Access to heaven is restricted. But there is a solution. And it's worth hearing about it. 1) What Inhibits Access 2) The Means of Access 3) The Outcome of Access Text: Leviti...

Why would a prominent Bible scholar, on his deathbed, say, "I’m so thankful for the active obedience of Christ. No hope without it."? We'll explore why the answer to this question is foundational to our eternal destiny. Microcosm of a Righteous Life... 1) Accept the Certainty of Spiritual Opposition 2) Have a Game Plan 3) Rest in the Righteousness of Christ Text: Luke 4:1-13

Few issues are as destructive to our relationships as the issue of addiction. Thankfully, the Scriptures are far from silent on this issue. We’ll take a look at the deeper issue of addictions and the deeper healing which is needed. 1) The Invitation to Life 2) The Invitation to Death Text: Proverbs 9

We can learn a lot about the character of someone by looking at what they require. What if a business had expectations of employees that work not be done on Sundays and instead quality time be spent with family? Those expectations tell us something about who they are. So it is with the 613 laws that make up a large swath of the Old Testament. They tell us something about God. The law... 1) Reveals...