Well Faith with Chris Teien

Thanksgiving is a special time to be thankful for all that God has done and that he plans to do and is the beginning of the holiday season where we remember our Savior. Throughout the Old Testament God gave hints and promises that Christmas was coming. And then when God decided it was the perfect time, those promises were fulfilled through Christ. Galatians 4:4 (ESV) says, “But when the fullness o...

How do we give thanks and praise in way that pleases God and encourages the people around us? Psalm 105 has some great action steps that we are going to look at this Sunday at Rockwell Church. Come join us at 10:15am to be encouraged to give thanks & celebrate God’s faithfulness.  NOTES: Rockwell Church Nov. 19, 2023 Pastor Chris Teien Give Thanks! Celebrate God’s Faithfulness #1 GIVE Thanks t...

In this month of giving thanks we do well to consider our past, present and future with Jesus. Every day we make choices to please ourselves or to please God that will affect the adventure that we live and the legacy that we leave. We will be looking at 1 Thessalonians 4. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday at 10:15am to be encouraged to love God’s family and to live to please God. NOTES: Rockwell...

What does the Bible say about the future—and why does it matter today? In this message from Zephaniah, Pastor Chris Teien explores The Day of the Lord and what it means for believers and the nation of Israel. Though this small book may seem grim at first glance, it holds vital truths about God’s justice, restoration, and our hope in Christ’s return. Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episode...

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “Pray in the Spirit, stay alert, be persistent in our prayers, and pray for boldness” (See verses 18-20). He also has encouraged us to be strong in the Lord, standing in God’s armor, struggling (wrestling) against evil and using the sword (Word of God) to defend and advance. This Sunday, co...

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “…Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” in verse 17. Here we are given the armor we need to protect the mind and will. This Sunday, come be encouraged to armor up, defend your faith and stand your ground for your good and God’s glory as you are...

Missions Sunday reminds us that communication with God through prayer is essential. Jesus gave His disciples the Lord’s Prayer as a model, and in this episode, we explore how it connects to the global church and spreading the gospel to every nation, tribe, people, and language. Our guest, Pastor Steve Yatckoske, and his wife, Alice, serve Nett Lake Baptist Church on the Bois Forte Reservation in n...

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “…take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” in verse 16. The Roman shield was crucial armor often covered in wet leather with a wood core to protect and defend the warrior. Together the soldiers could strategically use their shields...

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to, “Stand firm then… with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace” in verse 15. Shoes (more like sandals) enabled the soliders to travel further, move and fight with greater traction and stand longer and stronger. The Christian wearing God’s spiritual armor see...

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to, “Stand firm then… with the breastplate of righteousness in place” Ephesians 6:14 (NIV). The soldier’s body armor helped protect his heart and other vital organs to keep him alive. It also helped support his core and give him confidence in the battle. They were most successful when they had...

We are looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. The soldier’s belt helped keep his loose clothes strapped securely to his body so they would not get in the way during the battle. It is called the belt of truth. Jesus says He is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). The Christian who is secure in the truth will be able to stay standing. While Satan knows that we are prot...

We are starting a new series on understanding and using full armor of God to stand strong in spiritual battles and to live the victorious Christian life. This week we will focus on the strategy God has revealed to us and then over the next seven weeks we will look at the value and use of the different types of body armor described in Ephesians 6.  Rockwell  Church     Sept 10,  2023    Pastor Chri...

No matter how messed up someone’s life has become, God can restore them to the design He created them for. In Titus Chapter 3, we are reminded of the damaged lives we lived apart from the Lord, that our Savior has a great plan for our future, and how the Holy Spirit empowers us to experience being fully restored. We are also having communion. Come be encouraged to appreciate how God does a great r...

The average person will spend a third of their life, around 90,000 hours, working. While most people need to work to survive, many Christians see work as part of their worship of God who often rewards good work. Some of the best opportunities to be an Ambassador for Christ are with your coworkers or classmates. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged to see how God uses work to improv...

Are you looking forward to Heaven? Do you think there is a place reserved for you there? Paul told the Colossians to set their sites on the realities of heaven and to think about things of heaven, not of earth. Kind of sounds like a coach telling his players to keep their eye on the ball. Rockwell  Church     Aug 20, 2023    Pastor Chris Teien “Looking Forward to Heaven our Home” Colossians 3:1-4...

The Apostle Paul shared with Timothy how his past mistakes made him feel unworthy, but God's amazing grace has transformed him into a person God has chosen to use to do great things (1 Tim. 1:12-17). Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged to experience God's grace poured out in your life. “Grace Poured Out on those with Regrets” 1 Timothy 1:14 #1 We are REDEEMED for His pur...

We are given the amazing opportunity to help change people’s lives for all eternity when we choose to serve as ambassadors for the Kingdom of God. 2 Corinthians 5:20 says, “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God” (NIV).  NOTES Rockwell  Church     Aug 6, 2023    Pastor Chris Teien “Be Christ’s...

Many people find new life in Jesus and then soon discover their greatest joy comes from serving Jesus. We are going to look at some servant leadership principles from 1 Corinthians 16 to see how we can serve more effectively. Listen and be encouraged to be a joyful servant leader.  Rockwell  Church     July 30, 2023    Pastor Chris Teien “Find Joy Serving Jesus”   1 Corinthians 16 #1 Be FLEXIBLE w...

Life’s storms can be overwhelming, but God is always in control. In this episode, we explore Acts 27:27–28:1 and the dramatic story of Paul’s shipwreck, discovering how his faith kept him steady despite the chaos. Paul’s journey teaches us how to pray in fear, trust God’s provision, lead others with confidence, and expect His faithfulness. Whether you’re facing financial struggles, health concerns...

The Apostle Paul was being held as a Roman prisoner and was forced to get on a ship to be taken to Caesar. You would think that God could have blessed Paul with smooth sailing and safe travels since Paul was in the middle of God’s will, instead everything that could go wrong did. Paul is a great example of godly leadership and great faith in the midst of difficulty. This is a great story from Acts...

Jesus said his followers are to be the salt of the earth and light of the world in Matthew 5. Many of us wish the world was a better place and want God to use our lives to serve Him and make an eternal difference. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged to help stop the moral decay and light up the darkness to show others the way. We meet at 10:15am for our worship service at 93 Midwa...

Everyone wants to live a blessed life, but many have no clue how to arrive at that place. Psalm 1 gives some clues on what it truly means to be blessed and how you get there. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged to choose the right path to walk in a way that God will bless you. Helping you apply God's Word and follow Jesus in everyday life. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Roc...

We finish our Better Relationships through the Ten Commandments series as we look at commandments #8 Don’t Steal, #9 Don’t Lie, and #10 Don’t Covet. It seems they are all issues of honesty and integrity that affect or even ruin relationships. Are you a person worth following? Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged to pursue God’s design for right living, knowing that He can use you a...

Father's Day Sunday we are still in a series on the Ten Commandments and we will look at #5B “Honor your father (and mother). Then you will live a long, full life in the land the LORD your God is giving you." Exodus 20:12. God gives fathers the opportunity to live WELL. When they pursue worshipping, encouraging, learning and loving, wives are delighted, children are blessed, and society...

God created man and woman, and He designed biblical marriage. The world may try to redefine "marriage" or ignore God's plan and prohibitions for relationships, but that will only lead to disappointment. God gave Moses the Ten Commandments, and #7 was "Don't Commit Adultery." Listen and be encouraged to honor God's design for marriage and morality. Rockwell  Churc...