The Chapel | Sermons

In “Free to Encourage,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen describes encouragement as being thankful, affectionate, and optimistic. Despite the fact that life can sometimes feel like a prison – our “prison walls” might be sickness, family drama, or even economic hardships – outward circumstances cannot control us on the inside.  We are completely free to encourage others, no matter what! Pastor Dave Gustavsen...

This past year has been like nothing we have ever experienced. In “Hope is Rising”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen shows us how we can find hope, even when things look hopeless. Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

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Extravagance is defined as “over-the-top, above and beyond, more than necessary, and lavish excess. In "The Offering,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares a story found in Matthew 26, where a woman expresses her love for Jesus in an extravagant way.  Discover why we resist extravagance, why we need extravagance, and lastly, the most important kind of extravagance. Pastor Dave Gustavsen | March 28, 2...

Security is something that’s desired and needed by every human being – including Jesus!  In “The Seed,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen addresses the need for security, the problem with security, and shows us a better kind of security.  Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

In “The Servant,” Pastor John Dere takes a closer look at Jesus, as a servant who came into this world to love others. He compares the world’s view of prestige, to Jesus’ view. When we truly understand the sacrifice that Jesus made, his example of being a servant inspires us to live for him and not for our own selfish gain.  Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTub...

In “The Invitation,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us of Jesus’ invitation to approach life the same way He did. Jesus calls us to let go of our lives, and find a new identity and agenda. Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

In “The Shepherd,” Pastor Ted Voltmer details Jesus, the Good Shepherd. As the Good Shepherd, Jesus, loves us, helps us, guides us, and protects us in our daily lives. His life demonstrates committed love. As we follow His example, we are called away from being self-focused, from doing “just enough,” and striving to look good. Instead, our lives become more focused on others, going above and beyon...

In the first message of “The Cross-Shaped Life” series, "The Lamb," Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at how Jesus, the Lamb of God, lived with great vulnerability. He didn’t play it safe, and exposed himself to harm and loss all the time. What might it look like for us to live with this same vulnerability? We could choose to take risks, rather than play it safe; we could humbly...

In "Reason #6: The Church is Anti-Science" Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at the perception that the church opposes science. Throughout history,  there have been times when the church has been very anti-science. If we interpret the Bible responsibly and accurately, we can come to a place where science doesn’t threaten our belief in Scripture. Instead, it may actually help us u...

Culture has made big strides in recognizing and valuing women.  Yet, within the church, people see certain doors that are only open to men.  And for some people—both men and women—this is a big reason that they’re done with church. Pastor Dave Gustavsen and Heather Horn address these issues in "Reason #5: The Church Represses Women." Pastor Dave Gustavsen & Director of Family Ministr...

All kinds of people – including those who felt shut out by religion – felt welcomed by Jesus. In "Reason # 4: The Church Hates Gay People,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen and Art Periera discuss how we’ve failed (as a church and individuals) in loving our LGBT communities. They challenge us to be more like Jesus, leading with grace and truth, in our posture towards our LGBT friends and neighbors. Visi...

Religion and politics don't mix. Or do they? In "Reason #3: The Church is Too Political" Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a look at some of the major reasons politics are pushing people away from the church. Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

What does God expect of us? How has he positioned us? In "Reason #2: The Church is Racially Segregated" Pastor Dave Gustavsen offers practical steps that we can take towards racial unity as individuals and as a church. For additional reading on the topic of racial unity within the church check out "Disunity in Christ" by Christena Cleveland https://www.amazon.com/Disunity-Chris...

We believe that the Bible is the word of God, but there are many that are done with church because they feel that the Bible is flawed. In this sermon Pastor Dave walks through four of the main reasons that people criticize the Bible. Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

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There was a monastery where all the monks had to take a vow of silence. And they were only permitted to speak once every year, when they appeared before the bishop. And even then, they were only allowed to say two words. So a man named Peter entered... Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .

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Good morning Chapel family. Before we begin today’s message, I’d like to take a minute to pray for our country. PRAYERWell, today we come to the last message in our Daniel series—can you believe it? And I want to begin with a question: when you... Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .