Meeting with God Radio

In this episode of Meeting With God , Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the life-changing impact of gospel partnership from Philippians 4:14-20. He shows how true gospel partnership thrives through gratitude, sharing in each other’s struggles, staying focused on Christ’s mission, and a passion for both giving and receiving. Pastor Luke challenges us to persevere in relational love, desire God’s best f...

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the secret of contentment from Philippians 4:10-13, focusing on how to live with peace and joy regardless of life’s ups and downs. He challenges listeners to cultivate a mindset of dependence on Christ, trusting that His strength equips us for every situation. Pastor Luke encourages us to move beyond self-reliance, embracing Christ’s power to face both abunda...

In this episode of Meeting With God , Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a two-part exploration of Philippians 4:10-13, uncovering the secret of true contentment. He highlights how contentment is a learned process, empowered by Christ, and rooted in active dependence on His strength through all circumstances. Pastor Luke reveals that the key to contentment is embracing Christ's power to navigate both abund...

In the second part of this powerful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to guide us through Philippians 4:6-9, showing how to maintain victory over anxiety by focusing on what is true, honorable, pure, and lovely. He highlights how shifting our thoughts to God’s promises and practicing biblical principles can transform our mindset and actions. Pastor Luke challenges us to not only trust in God’s...

Begin a transformative journey through Philippians 4:6-9 which offers a powerful strategy for overcoming anxiety. This message outlines how to conquer the energy of anxiety through prayer, the lies of anxiety through biblical truth, and the destructive behaviors of anxiety through faith-filled action. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to rest in the peace of God, guarding our hearts and minds, and...

In the second part of this impactful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to guide us through Philippians 4:1-5, showing how to navigate conflicts and build stronger relationships in the body of Christ. He emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the Lord, not just individually but together, by leaning into Christ’s peace, prayer, and trust in God's provision. With practical insights, Pastor...

Pastor Luke Ahrens tackles the challenge of getting along with 'difficult people' through the lens of Philippians 4:1-5. Drawing from Paul’s encouragement to the church in Philippi, he urges believers to stand firm in Christ by embracing a Christ-is-coming perspective, cultivating Christ-like affection, offering Christ-centered help, celebrating Christ-saturated joy, and embodying Christ-imitating...

In this second part of Press On! , Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his message from Philippians 3:12-21, urging believers to stay steadfast in their pursuit of Christ. He calls us to deepen our commitment to the heavenly goal, avoiding the pull of earthly distractions and false teachings. With Christ as our ultimate example, we are reminded of the power He gives to transform us and how we are called...

In this first part sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages believers to press on in their faith, drawing from Philippians 3:12-21. He challenges us to forget the past and pursue the prize of our heavenly calling, even when others falter. With eyes fixed on Christ, we are reminded of our true citizenship and the transformation that awaits us in Him. Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of pressing o...

In this continuation, we dive deeper into the call to press on toward the ultimate goal—knowing Christ and being transformed by Him. With a focus on Philippians 3:12-21, Pastor Luke encourages believers to live with a mindset that eagerly anticipates Christ’s return, leaving behind past failures and striving toward the heavenly prize. True joy is found in actively pursuing Christ, remaining steadf...

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes the futility of striving for salvation through human effort or status, urging believers to find joy in Christ alone. He highlights the three-fold path to rejoicing in Christ: celebrating our righteousness in Him (Justification), longing to be like Him (Sanctification), and desiring to be with Him (Glorification). Through Philippians 3:1-11, we are remi...

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his reflection on Philippians 2:19-30, challenging listeners to consider the cost of true ministry. He highlights that successful ministry is not only about pursuing the interests of Christ, but also about being willing to risk everything for His cause, just as Epaphroditus did. Pastor Luke reminds us that faithfulness in ministry often involves sacrifice and persevera...

In this episode of Meeting With God , Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to evaluate what makes ministry truly successful. Drawing from Philippians 2:19-30, he unpacks how a successful ministry is centered on pursuing the interests of Christ, demonstrating His love, unity, and mission, while also embracing the risks that come with serving Him. Pastor Luke emphasizes that success in ministry is not a...

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to dive into the practical implications of working out our salvation, focusing on humility and sacrifice in the Christian walk. Through Philippians 2:19-30, he highlights the examples of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus, who lived out selfless service with joy for God’s glory. Pastor Luke calls believers to embrace a life of humility and obedience, reflecting Christ’s e...

Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to reflect on the seriousness of our salvation and how it should shape our lives. Drawing from Philippians 2:12-18, he encourages believers to work out their salvation in awe of God, by faith in God, and with joy from God. With a focus on obedience and shining as lights in a crooked world, Pastor Luke reminds us that true salvation brings transformation and a deep,...

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the implications of Philippians 2:5-11, revealing how the mind of Christ reshapes our daily lives. He shows that radical obedience to God leads to true freedom, while radical servanthood transforms our relationships and our perspective on power. By following Jesus’ path of self-emptying and humble service, we discover the path to ultimate joy, fulfillment, an...

In "The Revolutionary Mindshift in Jesus," Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound transformation that comes from embracing Christ’s example in Philippians 2:5-11. He highlights how radical emptying frees you to serve others and frees you from grasping, while radical humility enables obedience to God and delivers you from a life of hedging. As we reflect on Jesus' ultimate humility and exaltation,...

In this second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the profound implications of living as a citizen of God's Kingdom, drawing from Philippians 2:5-11. He challenges believers to follow Christ’s ultimate example of humility, obedience, and sacrifice, demonstrating how this heavenly mindset shapes our daily lives and relationships. Pastor Luke emphasizes that true citizenship is not only ma...

In this episode of Meeting With God , Pastor Luke Ahrens delves into the high calling of heavenly citizenship, rooted in Philippians 1:27 - 2:4. He reveals how our present conduct as citizens of heaven reflects the authenticity of our faith, demonstrates the ideals of God’s Kingdom, and anticipates the return of the King. Through three key aspects—gospel participation, gospel suffering, and gospel...

Picking back up in Philippians 1:27-30, this message urges believers to live lives worthy of the gospel, marked by courage and steadfast faith--a challenge to stand firm in the face of opposition, to be united in spirit, and to boldly advance the message of Christ. As Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of suffering for the sake of the gospel, he reminds us that our greatest joy comes from seein...

Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to a life fully surrendered to Christ in this powerful message from Philippians 1:18-26. He challenges us to honor Christ with every part of our earthly existence, to deepen our desire for His presence, and to live in such a way that others are inspired to glorify Him. With a heart of prayer and faith, Pastor Luke paints a vision of living with eternal purpose, e...

In the second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens dives deeper into the implications of Philippians 1:19-30, focusing on how our response to suffering and hardship reflects our trust in God’s plan. He underscores the peace that comes from knowing our lives are in God's hands, and how our willingness to live for Christ, even in difficult circumstances, brings glory to Him. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to...

Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Philippians 1:12-18, highlighting the joy that comes from God’s sovereignty in all circumstances. He emphasizes how God can turn even difficult situations into opportunities for advancing the gospel, using imperfect people with mixed motives to proclaim Christ. Pastor Luke also celebrates the gift of loving, sincere partners in ministry and God's unwavering commitmen...

In the second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens builds on Philippians 1:3-11 to remind listeners that God's work in them is ongoing and steadfast. He highlights that God's work is sustained by prayer, shaped by love, and ultimately leads to righteousness and the glory of Christ. Paul’s confidence in God's faithfulness encourages believers to live in light of the coming Day of Christ, as they grow in love a...

Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages believers with the truth that God is at work in them, using Philippians 1:3-11 as the foundation. He emphasizes that God’s work is accelerated through prayer, driven by affection, focused on the return of Christ, and empowered by Christ Himself. With joy and love, Paul’s message to the Philippians reminds us that God will complete the good work He began in us. This ep...