Spirit Lake Campus

Does God care when the rich take advantage of the poor? Does God care when those in positions of power abuse the people under them? In Amos, God tells us how he feels about economic inequality and societal injustice.

What is the danger of spiritual apathy? What is the danger of treating God casually? How can we recognize spiritual apathy in our lives? The book of Malachi is a window into the pitfalls of what happens when we merely go through the spiritual motions of life.

Are you a detailed planner and organizer? Are you filled with self-discipline? No matter how much we think we are in control of our lives, an unexpected sickness or tragic car accident reminds us that we are in far less control than we think. Nahum is a book that reminds us that no matter how powerful evil people or nations become, God is still in control, and will carry out justice against them.

Today, we act like everyone is going to heaven. We talk about God's love, but what about God's anger. Does have God have enemies where he is committed to their destruction? If he does, what does it take for God to be committed to saving us, not destroying us?

What should we do about those who refuse to work? How does the Bible tell us to handle those who prefer to live on handouts instead of work? Join us as we explore the relationship between idleness, the Bible, and sin.

When it comes to work, is it something you avoid or enjoy? Join us to find out how Jesus changes the way we work.

People have a demanding list of qualities they want in a pastor. He needs to be funny, engaging, hip, and cool. But what does the Bible say people should expect from a pastor? Even more important, what should a pastor expect from his people? Join us as we look at the support every pastor needs from his people to lead an effective church.

How bad will the world get before Jesus returns? What events will take place? When we hear of predictions about Jesus’ return, how do we know if they are true? As we continue our study about the Antichrist, Paul gives us the details we need to be prepared for Jesus’ return and how to avoid being deceived as that day gets closer.

In my freshman year of college, I met a great friend. Later that year, he would join me on the college wrestling team. He was a great guy who loved Jesus. One thing that was different about him is that after reading a book on end-times prophecy, he was convinced Jesus would return within the year. At Christmas, he left college to give the few short months before Jesus’ return to sharing the good n...

During World War II, the United States used remote islands in the South Pacific as part of their supply routes. The natives on the islands, who had never experienced modern civilization, were fascinated with the lighters that could instantly make fire, jeeps that could drive, and heavy equipment that could push down trees. When World War II ended, the Americans and their stuff disappeared as fast...

In 2003, Governor George Ryan set free 160 inmates on death row. Among the criminals he set free was a couple who murdered a pregnant woman, killed her two children, and cut the baby out of her womb. His personal opposition to the death penalty and unilateral decision to abuse his power and set horrifying criminals on death row free left victims’ families outraged that there was no justice for the...

Where are the biggest church buildings in the world located? They are not in America but in Nigeria. The Hand of God Cathedral is under construction. It will hold 120,000 people. The second-largest church building in the world is also under construction in Nigeria. It is known as the Ark and will hold 109,000. The third-largest church building in the world is completed. It is known as the Glory Do...

We live in a conflict saturated world. Nations are at war. Crime decimates our cites. The evening news features the ugly battle for the next election. While many lean into conflict, others seem to skilly avoid most of it. How do that do that? When ancient Hebrews prepared their sons for positions of leadership, they had them study the book of Proverbs to teach them how to skillfully work with peop...

We live in a conflict-saturated world. Nations are at war. Crime decimates our cities. The evening news features the ugly battle for the next election. While many lean into conflict, others seem to avoid most of it. How do they do that? When ancient Hebrews prepared their sons for leadership positions, they had them study the book of Proverbs to teach them how to work with people skillfully. In th...