Canvas Church

We were adopted into God's family, and our identity is rooted in Christ, not in our ethnicity, social status, or any external factor. Many people today live in constant fear of rejection—whether from friends, society, or even the church. The fear of not measuring up or being excluded can lead to insecurity and anxiety. In this week's message, Pastor Debbie reminds us that in Christ, we hav...

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free! This statement is Biblical truth, yet it is one Christians still wrestle with today. Is Christ's work sufficient, or is there something more I need to do? In this message, Pastor Ben breaks down some key verses in the book of Galatians and assures us that we are free from works and legalism. 

The fear of man is one of the most common struggles we face, and it has the power to paralyze us, influence our decisions, and even hinder our walk with God. In this message, Pastor Ben teaches how the fear of man impacts us and how the gospel of Jesus Christ can set us free.

For many people today, freedom is seen as the ability to do whatever they want, when they want. It’s a sense of autonomy, of self-determination. As we begin to unpack the book of Galatians, we are going to discover that true freedom comes when we understand we are children of God. It is not a freedom that gives us permission to do whatever we want but empowers us to live the way we were always mea...

In a dark culture there needs to be more light. In the message Pastor Ben shows us that we are to be the light of the world shining bright for Jesus and not hidden.

Christmas Eve message 2024, closing out our CAROLS series.

The popular Christmas carol "Joy to the World" has been misunderstood throughout the years, and the idea of joy during this Christmas season is not something that everyone resonates with. However, Isaac Watts' original meaning for the carol points to a greater joy than we could imagine, one that was spoken of to the shepherds in the region of Bethlehem. A joy that we as Christ followers have acces...

The carol 'Go Tell It On The Mountain' is a call to action! We have been commissioned to make disciples of all nations, and this incredible feat is only possible through the message of what Jesus has done for us. In this installment of Carols, Jeremiah identifies the beliefs that get in the way of believers sharing their testimonies and how the Good News brings freedom for us all.

In a season that can leave us feeling chaotic and anxious, the carol Silent Night echos the scripture and reminds us today that Jesus is our peace. Silent Night is not only about the peace that Jesus’ birth brought to everyone around Him, but also the peace He brings to us still today. In this message, we will learn that peace is a gift, but one we must choose to accept and active in our lives dai...

We reflect on the profound connection between the birth of Jesus Christ and the purpose for which He came into the world. Jesus' birth in a humble manger was not just the beginning of a life, but the arrival of God's greatest gift to humanity—the Savior who would redeem the world. Likewise as Christ followers we are called to wait expectantly for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. As believers, we...

What do you do when God's promises seem unfulfilled? In this message, Pastor Ben demonstrates the correct posture to adopt when it appears that God's promises are not coming to fruition. Through this teaching you will learn that God's promises might be delayed, but they are not denied. 

James 5:13-20 is a practical passage that teaches us about the transformative power of prayer. In the closeout message of our Wisdom and Wonder series, Pastor Ben teaches us that prayer isn’t just something we do in church or in moments of crisis; it’s a lifestyle—one that can change situations, restore relationships, and bring healing to our lives.

James calls Christ followers to patiently endure as they await the Lord’s return. In this message, "Waiting with Hope," Pastor Katie draws on the examples of the farmer, the prophets, and Job to encourage us to wait with hopeful expectation, even in the face of uncertainty and suffering.

It is God's desire for His children to be blessed, but the way that blessing is obtained looks much different than the world's view. In this message, "Generosity over Greed," Pastor Ben emphasizes that true blessings from God stem from a heart of generosity rather than the pursuit of wealth itself and warns us about the dangers of wealth without Christ.

Why does God’s will in our lives seem to be intact when everything is going great? Yet, when challenges come, we begin to question His will. As we wrap up chapter 4 of the book of James, Pastor Ben shows us how we can discern the will of God and stay in the will of God even in the midst of challenging circumstances.

When was the last time repentance took place in your life? In this message, Pastor Ben teaches how James called his church to repentance as they were becoming complacent towards sin. We also often become casual towards sin in our own lives, and the key to repentance is humility.

Where do strife and quarrels come from amongst the body of Christ? In this installment of Wisdom and Wonder, Pastor Ben helps us answer this very question.

Guest speaker, pastor Brian Alarid from World Prays and Prayer for All, speaks on prayer and mission as Christ followers.

There are two kinds of wisdom, and you can tell which one you have by the fruit that you bear. In this message, Pastor Ben teaches us how to tell the difference between godly wisdom and worldly wisdom.

In this message of our Wisdom and Wonder series, Pastor Katie explores the power of our words as found in James 3. We will learn that our words have great power and ultimately reveal what is in our hearts.

How do I know that I have the right faith and that I am on the right path? In this message, Pastor Ben shows us the answer by asking four simple questions from the book of James. 

In this message, Pastor Ben teaches us from the book of James how the Royal Law supersedes favoritism and partiality.

As we move into chapter 2 of James, we learn that partiality and favoritism should not exist in the church. In this message, Pastor Ben shows us how favoritism works in the smallest of ways and can lead to greater problems in our lives.

What is Christianity, and what does it look like? In this message, Pastor Ben breaks down what James says about pure religion as we close out chapter 1 of the book of James. 

In the book of James, God is described as the Father of Lights who gives good and perfect gifts. This week, Pastor Ben Brinkman will be talking about how we should be doers of the word and not hearers only.