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Are you resisting the enemy or unknowingly giving him influence in your life? In this final message from our Unholy Spirits series, Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches from Matthew 12 and exposes one of Jesus’ strongest warnings about spiritual warfare: it is not enough to “clean up your life” if your life is not filled with God. Pastor Aaron shows how deception remains the enemy’s primary weapon...

In this week’s message, “Resist the Devil,” Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington continues our Unholy Spirits series by unpacking one of the most important spiritual warfare principles in Scripture: “Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7) We look at how the enemy uses deception, subtle compromises, and small open doors to lure us away from God, and how the truth of God’s Word becomes our...

What if the battles you see are not the battles you are actually fighting? In this message, Seeing the Unseen from our Unholy Spirits series, Dr. Trent Langhofer teaches on the reality of spiritual warfare and why so many believers miss what is happening in the unseen realm. Drawing from Ephesians 6, Dr. Trent explains how the enemy uses distraction, deception, and confusion to keep believers blin...

What are the Nephilim, and how do they fit into the story of spiritual warfare? In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington unpacks the origin of evil, the fall of Satan, and the mysterious beings mentioned in Genesis 6 that continue to shape the unseen spiritual world today. Through Scripture and historical context, Aaron reveals how pride led to rebellion, how demons entered the world, and why...

In this message, Prayer and Fasting from our Practicing the Way series, Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington unpacks how prayer and fasting draw us closer to God, align our hearts with His will, and help us overcome spiritual battles. Discover how fasting breaks the grip of the flesh, how prayer builds intimacy with God, and how both strengthen your faith and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Learn practical...

What would your relationship with God look like if you slowed down enough to truly listen? In this message titled Solitude from the Practicing the Way series, Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches on the power of silence and solitude in a world full of noise. Through Scripture and the example of Jesus in Mark 1, Aaron shows that even Jesus withdrew to quiet places to pray, listen, and realign with...

Have you ever wondered if it’s too late for your story to be redeemed? In this heartfelt and powerful message, Pastor Aaron Pennington from Trace Church in Colorado Springs shares his personal story of brokenness, forgiveness, and redemption through the lens of his relationship with his father. From reckless choices to a restored relationship, this message is a reminder that no matter how far you’...

Have you ever wondered how to share your faith with confidence? In this message, Dr. Trent Langhofer teaches that evangelism is not about pressure or performance. It is about invitation. Through John 1, we see that evangelism begins with encountering Jesus personally and flows naturally from an authentic relationship with Him. Learn how to live a life that reflects the good news, engage skeptics w...

In this message, Dr. Trent Langhofer from Trace Church teaches on God’s solution to stress through the biblical rhythm of Sabbath rest. In a world that glorifies busyness and hustle, God calls us to slow down, release control, and find renewal in His presence. Learn what it truly means to rest in God, not just physically but spiritually. Sabbath is not about doing more. It is about being with God....

You were not created to do life alone. In this week’s message from our Practicing the Way series, Dr. Trent Langhofer teaches from Mark 2 about the paralyzed man carried to Jesus by his friends. This story shows us the power of community to carry us when we are weak, anchor us when we want to give up, strengthen our faith, and celebrate when God brings breakthrough. Through Scripture and real-life...

Trace Church continues our series Practicing the Way with a powerful message on Service from Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington. In John 13, Jesus washed the feet of His disciples, showing us that true greatness comes from humility and serving others. This message explores why service is central to the life of every follower of Christ and how stepping into this calling allows us to reflect His love to a...

This message kicks off our new sermon series Practicing the Way at Trace Church in Colorado Springs. Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches on the power of God’s Word and why it is the foundation for following Jesus. God’s Word is not just something to read, it is living, active, and able to transform our lives. In this sermon, we look at how Scripture guides us, convicts us, and calls us to build our li...

Trace Church celebrated 9 years in Colorado Springs with an unforgettable Fall Kickoff service. Pastor Aaron preached a powerful message out of Luke 15, reminding us that the grace of God is always greater than our sin. In the story of the prodigal son, we see a young man run as far as he could from his father. He wasted everything, gave himself over to sin, and carried deep shame. Yet when he tur...

What does it look like to pause, reflect, and create space for God to move? On this Response Sunday at Trace Church in Colorado Springs, Pastor Aaron Pennington leads a powerful time of worship, prayer, confession, and anointing. Instead of a traditional sermon, this service focused on breaking spiritual strongholds, finding freedom through repentance, and experiencing renewal in Christ. Discover...

What does it mean to truly turn around and come back to God? In this message from the Prepare the Way series, Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches from Galatians 4 and Mark 1 on how revival begins with repentance. When we drift into distraction, comfort, or compromise, God calls us to return to Him and live with renewed purpose. Learn how repentance leads to freedom, why surrender is the starting point...

What keeps you from growing in your faith? In this message from the Prepare the Way series, Pastor Aaron Pennington unpacks 1 John 2:15-17 and shows how the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life are the three main enemies that hold us back from spiritual transformation. God gives us a clear path forward. Through fasting, giving, and praying , we realign our hearts with His...

What would happen if you stopped coasting through your faith and truly set your sails for the movement of God? In this powerful message from Ephesians 5:8-14 and Hebrews 3:6-15, Lead Pastor Aaron Pennington calls us to wake up from spiritual sleepwalking and join God’s work with courage, commitment, and urgency. From confronting cultural darkness to embracing personal revival, this teaching will c...

What does it mean to live with hope while we wait for Jesus’ return? Guest speaker Rick Atchley shares a powerful message from 1 Thessalonians 4:13 to 5:11 on how to live with hope, grieve with confidence, and stand firm while we wait for Christ’s return. This teaching will encourage you to stay rooted in truth and live with eternal perspective. About Rick Atchley: Rick Atchley is the Senior Teach...

What happens when comfort turns into compromise? Guest speaker Pastor Brent Bramer delivers a powerful and honest message about what happens when comfort turns into compromise. In this standalone sermon titled Confrontable, Brent unpacks the story of David from 2 Samuel 11–12 and challenges us to examine our own hearts. What do we do with our freedom? Are we using our influence to serve others or...

What will your life say when words are no longer enough? In 2 Peter 3: Last Words , Dr. T wraps up our 2 Peter series with a powerful message about growing in grace, living with intentionality, and keeping eternity in view. Peter’s final words challenge us to let God’s mercy rewrite our story and transform the way we think, wait, and live. This teaching unpacks practical steps for spiritual growth...

In this message, Dr. T unpacks 2 Peter 2 and exposes the lies of false teachers and cultural influences that lead us away from God’s truth. Learn how to recognize spiritual deception, stand firm in your faith, and experience true freedom in Christ. False teachers often twist Scripture and promote “your truth” over God’s truth. But Peter gives us a clear warning and a path to stand strong. This mes...

How do you build a faith that stands strong through life’s challenges? Guest speaker Josiah Weece brings an encouraging and practical message from 2 Peter 1 at Trace Church in Colorado Springs. This sermon explores what it means to strengthen your foundation in Christ, resist cultural and internal pressures, and live with purpose and confidence. Perfect for new believers, longtime Christians, or a...

In this message, Pastor Aaron teaches from 1 Peter 5 about the power of humility, the danger of pride, and the importance of standing together in faith. Learn how to cast your anxiety on God, resist the enemy, and find strength in community. This sermon will encourage you to stop walking alone and start living with purpose alongside others. If you’re dealing with anxiety, battling isolation, or tr...

Have you ever made promises to God that you couldn’t keep? Ever felt like your failures disqualified you from being used by Him? In this message from 1 Peter chapter 4, Pastor Aaron unpacks how Peter’s story of highs, lows, and redemption shows us that God still uses imperfect people to make a lasting impact. Peter knew what it was like to fall short, to doubt, and to deny Jesus. But he also knew...

In this Father’s Day message from Trace Church in Colorado Springs, Pastor Aaron continues our series through the book of 1 Peter with a focus on chapter 3. This sermon speaks directly to the heart of biblical manhood, marriage, leadership, and identity. Learn what Scripture says about the roles of husbands and wives, and how real strength and beauty come from character, not culture. Whether you’r...