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Assocaite Pastor Ron King continues a series on the writings of Peter. Peter wants our perspective to change - to have the same perspective as Jesus. As Christians, there will be suffering, but there's hope through the suffering because we're living under the mission of God. To help us change our perspective and live for God right now, Peter gives us three tools in Chapter 4 of 1 Peter. Al...

Worship Director Justin Jackson continues a series on the writings of Peter .  Peter continues his instructions on growth and submission, extending it to husbands and wives. This passage can be "difficult" in today's culture, but Justin does a fantastic job showing us that Peter is talking about our hearts and how it ties all the way back to the fall in Genesis. The question we want...

Worship Director Justin Jackson continues a series on the writings of Peter .  As Christians, we are a chosen group, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation. And now that we are God's people, we have received mercy. Think about that - we've received mercy. God did this so that He receives glory, and we proclaim the name of Jesus. In today's message, Peter instructs us on how we proclaim...

Youth Pastor Gary Jones starts a new series on the writings of Peter. Peter was profoundly changed by Jesus, and as a result, Peter had something to say, which was recorded and preserved for us. Over the next few weeks, we'll dive into what Peter had to say, starting with 1 Peter, chapter 1, where we're encouraged to have hope in a world full of suffering and trials because we have new lif...

Associate Pastor Ron Kings concludes a series on the life of Peter. God acts beyond our expectations in this final adventure of faith amid trials and tribulations. Despite King Herod's violent attempts to suppress the early church, the power of grace and God's word continued to spread and multiply. Given these experiences, we should ask ourselves why we're so often surprised by God and...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. The early church experiences division for the first time, and we see Peter's response. Through this example, we can ask ourselves, "Am I someone who brings unity to the church, or am I someone who brings division?" Also, as part of the "Something To Say!" series, we'll start the message with someone&#3...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter and how the early church spread in a context so adamantly against Jesus. One of the ways is through our actions. When we love people the way Jesus loves people, it's a beautiful testimony that attracts people to want to know more about Jesus. But when we don't act like Jesus, it puts a stain on Christianity and kills our t...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. Peter heals a lame beggar, and it causes two very different reactions. Some people are astonished, repent, and believe, while others threaten Peter to stop. So, how does the healing happen? Why does it happen? Why do some believe, but others don't? And what happens to those who do accept Christ? Josh answers each of those que...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. Have you ever wondered how Christianity got started in such a hostile culture to its message? When Christianity began, people hated it so much that they killed the one leading the charge. And not only was Jesus killed, but so were all but one of His closest followers. If that doesn't scream hostility towards your religion - w...

Associate Pastor Ron King continues a series on the life of Peter. Last week, Peter denied Jesus three times. Now Jesus has risen from the dead, but something is still off between him and Peter. So, Jesus meets with Peter and restores their relationship. It's a short but powerful moment that shows us God's heart. For all of us who have ever felt like waking away or failed to follow Jesus f...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. Have you ever gone through a season in your life when you thought about walking away from your faith? It typically happens because of two primary reasons. There's a moment in Peter's life when things get tough, and Peter doesn't just walk away but runs away. It's a moment of sifting for Peter. What do you do in th...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. Peter asks Jesus how often he should forgive someone who sins against him. As many as seven times? That seems like a lot, but Jesus' answer goes way beyond seven. And that's because we have been forgiven of so much more. It's a wonderful lesson about conflict and forgiveness. Also, as part of the "Something To Sa...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues a series on the life of Peter. In a big moment of Peter's life, Jesus asks his disciples, "But who do you say that the Son of Man is?" Peter replies with an answer revealed by the Father in Heaven - it's a great moment. But right afterward, as Jesus shares about the difficult road ahead, Peter's reaction is... less Heavenly-inspired. It&#...

Guest Speaker Jeremy Mikkelsen continues a series on the life of Peter. The story of Peter walking to Jesus on the water often ends with us reflecting more about how Peter had "little faith," and less about how Peter actually got out of the boat. And, once Peter stepped out and faced challenges, how he confidently called out to Jesus for help. It's a beautiful short story, and there&...

Youth Pastor Gary Jones continues a series on the life of Peter.   When Peter first started following Jesus, he witnessed three moments of power and healing, which left Him wide-eyed and astonished. Wouldn't seeing Jesus' power and healing in person be great? It seems like it would make believing and following so much easier! Yet, Jesus isn't physically beside us doing miracles anymore...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen starts a new series on the life of Peter. Peter was one of Jesus' closest friends and one of the Bible's most relatable people. So today, Josh will give an overview of Peter's life, look at Peter's initial calling - which can be a little confusing - and show that we have much to learn from Peter's experience. We're so excited for you to start thi...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen concludes a series on women of the Bible. Jesus' mother, Mary, is the most famous woman in the world's history. To say Jesus radically changed her life is an understatement. While listening, there are two notable things to remember. First, Mary's life becomes much more challenging after getting pregnant, but she remains faithful from birth to beyond the cros...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen is continuing a series on women of the Bible while celebrating Easter. When Mary Magdalene visits the tomb, she's completely devastated because the person who redeemed her and transformed her life is dead. What's worse, she thinks someone stole Jesus' body, so she can't even grieve properly! In this moment, Jesus meets Mary and speaks his first words sin...

Associate Pastor Ron King is continuing a series on women of the Bible. And this is part two about Hannah. Hanna's song had a significant influence on how others praised God. That's because Hannah's response to having a child after years of infertility: delights in the Lord recognizes that nothing compares to the Lord proclaims that everything good comes from the Lord, and that we'...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen is continuing a series on women of the Bible. Hannah struggled for years with infertility. There was lots of hurt and dysfunction for Hannah, her husband, Elkanah, and even his second wife, Peninnah. It's a messy and sad situation. But once Hannah surrenders what's most important to her, that's when God does something amazing. Also, as part of the "Some...

Worship Director Justin Jackson is continuing a series on women of the Bible.   This is part 2 about Deborah, where we look at four themes from her song after the victory against Jabin, the king of Canaan. In this song, Deborah rightly proclaims that God is the hero of their battle. Like Deborah, God unites us and calls us to battle against evil. And even though the odds may sometimes seem impossi...

Worship Director Justin Jackson is continuing a series on women of the Bible.   What does it mean to be courageous? Deborah was a prophetess and judge of Israel and displayed courage while judging and in her actions against the Canaanites. This encounter against the Canaanites teaches us seven ways to follow God courageously. Also, as part of the "Something To Say!" series, we'll sta...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen is continuing a series on women of the Bible. This is part 2 about Miriam, where we hear the first song recorded in scripture where Moses and Miriam sing praise to God for delivering them from the hands of Pharaoh's army. It's the first time in their entire lives that they experience true relief and freedom from oppression. And the same is true for us once Jesus...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen is continuing a series on women of the Bible. Many of us have heard how God worked through the Old Testament leader Moses. But perhaps, not many of us remember how God worked through his sister as well. Miriam first stepped up when she was around 8 years old and then again 80 years later. There are many wonderful lessons to follow, and one critical warning from the end...

Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen is starting a series on women of the Bible. Let's be honest: the Bible can feel male-dominated. It's written by men, and it's mostly about men. Plus, Jesus was a man, and all the apostles were men. Yet, we know that we all have a place and that God loves both men and women. So, Pastor Josh will answer six questions about one of the most debated issues in Chr...