Magnify Church - Rockford

Jesus' heart is for us! He endured the cross because of His confidence in the Heavenly Father's plan and because of His great compassion for us. Don Denyes continues our series in Luke with a story of an encounter Jesus had with a Pharisee, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example as we live on mission for Him.

The topic of Hell is neither popular nor comfortable. As Stu Quackenbush continues our series in Luke he helps us discover how even something so challenging points to the love and open arms of Jesus.

What do a seed, yeast, a viral video, or a small fire all have in common with the gospel? Don Denyes looks at two parables in our next section of Luke and encourages us to be diligent in spreading the gospel. Our work is not in vain.

Have you ever had to make a choice to do what was right, instead of what was expected? Don Denyes opens the next section in our Luke series and shares a story where Jesus had to make that exact choice in the midst of controversy.

The new year is the perfect time for a fresh start. It is good to reflect on the past while we project toward the future. Don Denyes invites us to consider Paul's perspective in Philippians 3 as we set goals for 2025.

O come, let us adore Him! Christmas is the most wonderful time of year, yet can be difficult for so many who are hurting. Don Denyes and Stu Quackenbush share the HOPE we have in knowing that Jesus, our Emmanuel, is both with us and for us! Invite a friend and come lift your candle high, as we sing, dance, and worship Jesus Christ our Lord!

What does it really mean to have "God with Us?" Does it change our day to day activities, the way we interact with family and friends, or how we handle difficult situations? Stu Quackenbush opens our two week mini-series Emmanuel, God with Us and invites us to consider the impact of Jesus' birth on our whole lives. 

Have you ever been surprised and wished you knew what was coming, so you could have been better prepared? Steve Welch continues our series in Luke and reminds us that we alredy know how the story ends. While we wait for Jesus' return, we have work to do!

What keeps you up at night? Are you worried about your future, your kids' future, or maybe the state of the world? Dr. Don Denyes jumps back into our Luke Storytellers Series and helps us trade our worldly perspective for a heavenly one.

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to slow down and reflect on God's provision. Sounds good, right? Yet, if we were honest, how often do we believe that what we have or have accomplished, is because of OUR hard work? Do we truly give God the credit He deserves? Dr. Don Denyes takes us back in Scripture to 1 Chronicles to help us have a right view of true gratitude.

Do you sometimes find it hard to say you are sorry or admit when you are wrong? Humility is hard. Dr. Don Denyes opens the book of Philippians and encourages us as we strive to become more like Jesus.

Are you sad, frustrated, or overwhelmed with something in your life right now? Have you prayed about it? As Stu Quackenbush continues our Storytellers series in Luke, he invites us to bring our needs to God in prayer. Even if God chooses not to answer the way we hope, we will still be secure in our loving Father's arms.

Who has hurt you? Who do you distrust? Are you at war with anyone in your heart? That person is your neighbor. As Stu Quackenbush explores the parable of the Good Samaritan, we'll see one of the most radical calls on our lives as Christinas–we are to love even our enemies. Jesus loved first and we are to "do likewise."

The pressures of life! As soon as you read that, what came to mind? Maybe you have one big thing that consumes you or maybe a long list of them that keeps you from engaging more fully in our mission to always make disciples. Ben Phebus continues our series in Luke and invites us to follow Jesus' example to step away to pray and commune with God, so we can be refreshed and ready.

Life is about choices. One of the biggest ones we face each day requires us to decide if we will serve others or serve ourselves. Trent Heaton explores the next section in our Luke series and invites us to consider what it means to pick up our cross daily and follow Jesus.

When you are in need, who do you call–your parents, your best friend, or do you cry out to Jesus? How do you feel when someone sees your need and responds? As Stu Quackenbush continues our Storyteller series in Luke, he shares the story of Jesus' miraculous provision, the impact His compassion had, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example and show compassion to others.

Do you find yourself praying for a miracle? How do you respond when the answer is different than what you desired? In part two of this teaching, Stu Quackenbush continues to dive into the true purpose of miracles; exploring their place in our faith-walk today and reminding us that we have been given hope, not from the possibility of a miracle alone, but from the God of Miracles Himself.

Jesus' ministry was marked by miracles. There are still miracles today. Have you experienced one personally? Have you prayed for one that never happened? Stu Quackenbush explores our next section in Luke and reminds us of the ultimate miracle–the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ that saves us from our sin.

Who is Jesus to you? Is He your Lord and Savior or just a legend with no real impact on your life? Ben Phebus continues our series in Luke and invites us to see who Jesus really is, as well as the power He has over sin and darkness.

When life gets tough, where do you turn? Do you rely on your own abilities or knack to solve problems? Or do you turn to Christ? Stu Quackenbush continues our Storyteller Series in Luke and reminds us that we can trust Jesus, knowing that He will either calm the storm or sit with us in the boat as life crashes around us.

Those who have ears, let them hear! Sounds easy enough, right? Yet there are so many things in our lives that can keep us from hearing or seeing the good news God has for us. Stu Quackenbush relaunches our Storyteller series in Luke with a teaching on the parable of the soils, and helps us open our hearts to receive God's gifts.

How many of us looked at the calendar and gave a little sigh of relief knowing that we have Monday off? Yet God's plan for work is crucial in how He created, calls, and provides for us. Trent Heaton opens the book of Colossians and explores the ways we can bring glory and honor to God through our work.

What IS Baptism? And why does it matter? Ben Phebus explores the connection between the profound gift of grace and our obedient response through action.

When the anxieties and trials of life come, where do you turn? Trevor Hunt shares a lesson from Paul as we close out our summer series, A Cross Shaped Life, and looks at the invitation we have to not be anxious, but take everything to God in prayer and find peace in Christ Jesus.

The world screams for our attention every day and according to a recent study, 90% of what it is screaming though the media is negative. It's so easy to get down or depressed if we keep our eyes on the world. Instead, Louie Konopka encourages us in our summer series to stay focused on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy.