Manna Fellowship Sunday Sermons

Manna Fellowship Pastor Rick Friesen calls us to a life that truly matters in the message "Give Up Your Small Ambitions." That quote was popularized by Francis Xavier, a missionary to India. "Be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do." – Ep...

It's an age-old question: How do we know God's will for our lives? God isn't hiding the answers from us and makes His will known through: •His Word. •His Spirit. •His Providence. •His People. "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." – Colossians 3:17

Pastor Rick continues the series "The Holiness of God" by exploring the heart of right living. Holiness is a matter of the heart rather keeping a list of rules and regulations. It's an inner work of transformation that leads to outward, visible change.

Pastor Rick Friesen begins the series "The Holiness of God" with the message "Approaching a Holy God." What we think of God is not a matter for philosophers and theologians. Our view of God determines who we become.

When the trials of life crush in, it's tempting to throw in the towel. But hang on. Don't quit before God comes through. No matter the challenge, God is for us and His promises are still true for us. He will help us persevere and prevail.

The "Beautiful, Messy Marriage" series comes to a conclusion with a panel discussion featuring Manna Fellowship couples. You'll gain practical insights from their stories of victory and challenge. The discussion is led by Pastor Rick Friesen. Photo credit: Flickr, Håkan Dahlström, Dahlsroms.com , CC BY 2.0, https://bit.ly/2SqkBgX

Everyone is affected by divorce. Whether you've been divorced or experienced it in your family or friendships, it's a reality. No matter your state in marriage, understand that God loves you dearly and wants the best for you. In today's message, Pastor Rick explains what the Scriptures teach – and do not teach – about divorce and remarriage. Because God is a covenant God, he takes our marriage com...

In Acts 3, Peter is empowered to bring physical healing to a disabled man. Soon afterward, he tells a crowd of thousands that true healing begins in the soul: "Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord." God is waiting to bring joy to those who approach Him in humility. Are you ready?

Pastor Rick Friesen speaks from Matthew 19 on the passionate pursuit of Jesus. Genuine faith isn't merely a state of mind but reveals itself through action.

Pastor Bill Boren says the seas of life can get rough. But we don't have to be washed away. If we look to Jesus, we can experience him sustaining us in and through life's difficulties as we hear Him say "Peace, be still!"

God does not view the unmarried as second-class citizens. All of His promises to the married – his love, care, provision, mercy and comfort – apply to those who are single. The key to happiness is found in seeking God rather than a mate. When we put Him first, God may choose to bring a spouse into our lives. Or He may not. But either way, He has our best interests in mind.

Forget what you think you know about biblical roles of men and women in marriage and society. Then start over with a purely biblical point of view. God has a fresh perspective and plan for us to have the best relationship possible.

What is men's biblical responsibility in marriage? You may be surprised. Pastor Rick Friesen unpacks it in Sunday's message from Ephesians 5.

When we make marriage in our own image, it becomes a disaster. The good news: God has ground rules for relationships. Pastor Rick Friesen begins the series “Beautiful Messy Marriage” with a focus on Genesis 2:18-25. (Photo courtesy of Flickr, Håkan Dahlström, dahlstroms.com , CC BY 2.0, edited, https://bit.ly/2CItxZB ).

In Mary, God chose a humble, unknown woman to change the world. If we yield ourselves to God, He can use each of us as well.

When the Wise Men found Jesus, they fell to worship Him and then offered gifts. This is a picture of how we should respond to Him. What will we offer to Jesus?

Pastor Rick Friesen speaks from Luke 2 about the Good News that is the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Pastor Rick Friesen continues the series, "Preparing for the Messiah" with the message "He's Writing Your Story" from Luke 1:59-79. God is constantly at work in and through our lives, intertwining our stories to accomplish His purposes. He is strategically planning and putting all the pieces together for his honor and glory.

Pastor Rick Friesen speaks on Luke 1:5-25 as he begins the series, "Preparing for the Messiah's Coming."

Pastor Bill Boren speaks on Matthew 6:25-34 on "What Me Worry? Jesus Offers the Antidote for Anxiety."

On Veterans Day, Manna Fellowship honored some heroes in its midst. In addition, Pastor Rick Friesen spoke about God's call on our lives to give Him and others honor as a condition of obedience to Christ.

The Declaration of Independence affirms that certain truths are self-evident, namely "that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these rights are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, are a pretty good summary of Romans. Romans takes the vision of our Declaration of Independ...

Sometimes Christian community can generate into a food fight over issues that don't have eternal significance. Pastor Rick explores Romans 14 and how we can learn to courteously disagree over "disputable matters" (Romans 14:1).

In an age or rage, what can be done to turn darkness into light? Simply: Love. "Keep out of debt altogether, except the perpetual debt of love which we owe to one another." – Romans 13:8

Pastor Rick Friesen explores Romans 13 and answers the question, "What is our responsibility toward secular leaders?"