ConnectUs Church Audio Podcast

There is nothing we can do to save ourselves. We are saved when we believe in Jesus and what He has done for us. While we can't die to save others, we can die to ourselves and from a right relationship with God live to impact the lives of others.

Jesus Christ! You might hear his name every day, but do you know who he really is? And doesn’t he want people to follow him? Whatever that means. Certainly, Jesus was a good example, a good teacher, and if he is real, maybe he wants to be our friend. But Jesus is completely unique. Your life can be completely transformed because of who Jesus really is and what he has done and will continue to do.

We all have influence. Someone needs you. How can we pass on what God has done in our life to the next person?

God has uniquely gifted you to do something only you can do. We want to help you discover and develop those gifts and abilities and give you opportunities to change your world in the community and through our church.

God often uses difficult situations to grow your faith. He has also placed some important people around you to walk through it with you. Daniel 3

 No matter who you are or what you’ve done, Jesus is for you. He loves you. He is with you. You can be fully known and fully loved and have a relationship with God. Stop trying so hard and receive an identity given to you by God. When real people meet the real Jesus lives are changed forever.

When’s the last time you messed up? If you are like us, it was probably not that long ago. We really want to do what’s best for others, but it doesn’t always seem to work out right. We don’t always live up to our own expectations, let alone the expectations of God. Your mess matters. Let God be perfect for you so that you don’t have to be.

How well rested are you? Does your life have a good rhythm of rest built into it or do you feel like you've got too much to do and not enough time? The bigger the thing we've got to do, the more prepared (and rested!) we should be.

We are attracted to the drama of other people's lives but we are afraid for the same adventure to happen to us. Let's obey what God has said and step out into the story. For it's in the story where the action happens and you can experience God in life transforming ways. Christmas 2020

Why does death feel wrong? DIY projects have become normal. Want to fix your car? Google it. Want to learn how to cook? Watch a video on YouTube. But do you want to live forever? What video to you watch for that? What book to do you read? You can live forever – you just can’t do it yourself.  

Sometimes we just need to acknowledge it – “I’m not ok.” Why is 2020 so hard? I just want to do well and live a good life. But I’m not doing ok. Not everything is good, but God does use all things *for* good. It may just be possible to find a little meaning in the middle of all the mess.

You are needed by God. He wants to know you, answer your questions, and do whatever He can do to help you follow Jesus better. So do we! You can be fully known (all the good and the bad!) and fully loved (no matter what).

Where are you going today? The mission goes with you.  No matter where you go, God is with you.  Because He is with you, y

Our choices have results and consequences. If we understand why we are making our choices it might help us predict the outcome. Do we make choices "so that I" or do we make choices "so that you?" Only one leads to life. Which one are you choosing?

We are so ready to get on to the next thing. The next job. The next relationship. The next step God has for us. But we have to learn how to do “now” well in order to get to “next.” Sometimes the best way to set yourself up for success is to spend a little more time purposefully waiting in a less than ideal situation. What are you waiting for? Camp before crossing. The promise land awaits.

Christ our Coming King. How Do We Respond to Royalty? Who is Jesus to you? Is He your savior? Your friend? Your great counselor? How about your King? This King of kings is returning. How do you respond to royalty?     -A Message from Denny Foreman

Rules don’t have the power to produce a great life. Only God has that power. He wants to produce an abundant life in and through you. This looks like love, joy, peace and 6 other characteristics called the fruit of the spirit. What would you do to get a little more love, joy, and peace in your life?

Freedom is better than rules. Jesus sets you free from rules to live the life you’ve always wanted. Stop worrying about rules and starting living!

Life not seeming to go your way? Can’t seem to live up to the expectations you put on yourself let alone the expectations others have for you? That’s ok. … no, really, it really is ok. Stop trying to make life go your way and instead trust in the one that made life. It might seem counterintuitive but give it shot. I think you’ll find something that will change your life.

Do you have a great job? A great family? A successful life and career? Is it sometimes hard to listen to what God is trying to tell you? I think it’s really hard sometimes. Most times. God’s heart is huge towards the rule keeper and invites you to experience a truly satisfying life. Stop trying to achieve everything and receive an identity directly from the one who made you.

Do rules help you live a better life or do they frustrate you? Whether you like to keep the rules or not, every new rule is an additional burden to navigate. There has to be something better.

Words are powerful. Shape your world with the power of your words. May God change our hearts so that what comes out of our mouths brings life, brings healing, and brings encouragement. Find purpose.

How do you share Jesus? In my Connection Conversation with Tony Holloman we talk about what it means to share your faith in Jesus, what faith in Jesus means to Tony and his family, why the world needs Jesus, and some different methods or opportunities to share the good news.

How are you doing? When we are honest about the answer it opens us up to be truly loved and cared for. God meets us in times of need and rescues us. God wants to use you to show up in the lives of others and love and care. You never know what someone is going through and we all need someone. Will that someone be you?