Posted: 30 Dec, 2018 | Author: Tom Schwieger
Acts 20:35b Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” As Jesus said, there is a blessing that comes when we give. Developing a habit of generosity is an important part of our Christian expression of faith. Download
Read More...Posted: 06 May, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson
CT Studd, missionary to Africa, found a tract which was reportedly written by an atheist. It read as follows: Did I firmly believe, as millions say they do, that the knowledge and practice of religion in this life influences destiny in another, religion would mean to me everything. I would cast away earthly enjoyments as […]
Read More...Posted: 18 Jun, 2017 | Author: Steve Nelson
The Christian life is not one of duty, obligation, and drudgery. Instead, it is a response to Him and what He has done for us. In the life of Zacchaeus we see that it’s a choice to live for the One we love! Download Handout: Blanks / No Blanks
Read More...Posted: 29 Jan, 2017 | Author: Steve Nelson
The church in Corinth had serious issues that Paul addressed throughout 1 Corinthians. He spoke so strongly on at times that you might think his letter to them would have ended their relationship. Yet as he concluded his letter in chapter 16, instead of writing an it-was-nice-knowing-you ending to their relationship, he penned a very ordinary […]
Read More...Posted: 16 Oct, 2016 | Author: Steve Nelson
How can the church be a hospital for broken and sinful people and also hope to have a standard of behavior that reflects our higher calling? Is it possible to be loving and compassionate and yet draw a line in the sand and say that certain behaviors are not acceptable among God’s people? In this […]
Read More...Posted: 03 Jul, 2016 | Author: Jon Kronmiller
“For freedom Christ has set us free.” “There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” These scriptures are real, but are they a part of your own Christian experience? Is Christianity just a set of rules–different, but still rules? In this message Jon Kronmiller shares how freedom should be (and can be) a part of […]
Read More...Posted: 30 Jun, 2016 | Author: Steve Nelson
The Bible is full of amazing teachings about God’s love for people and His relentless pursuit of their hearts. In the culmination of His plan, He gave His special son to die on the cross so that our sins could be paid for. It’s an amazing story, but only if it is true. There are […]
Read More...Posted: 13 Feb, 2016 | Author: Steve Nelson
If God treated us with grace before we were saved, how much more will he show grace to us now that we are his Children? “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” – Romans 5:8 Download Handout
Read More...Posted: 06 Feb, 2016 | Author: Dove Cranson
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” – Ephesians 6:12 Download Handout
Read More...Posted: 10 Jan, 2016 | Author: Dr. Michael Parsa
The Bible tells us that God calls his followers to obey himself and those in authority over us. But what is a Christian supposed to do when these two conflict with one another? What does true obedience to God look like anyway? What about the grey areas? In this message, Dr. Mike Parsa addresses these questions […]
Read More...Posted: 05 Sep, 2015 | Author: Dove Cranson
In this sermon, Dove compares the Christian life to a tree and uncovers valuable insights into how we can learn about ourselves through God’s creation. Download
Read More...Posted: 01 Sep, 2012 | Author: Steve Nelson
Divorce affects us all. Some of us may have been through it ourselves, or we may have come out of broken families. People in our church have been divorced and we all have friends and acquaintances who have been affected by it. So what does the Bible say? Is it ever permitted? Is remarriage allowed? […]
Read More...Posted: 14 Apr, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson
Jesus did not intend for us to be laden by the weight of unattainable perfection. Instead, he wanted to give us rest for our souls.
Read More...Posted: 23 Jun, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson
Although many people have blamed religion for the oppression of women, the Bible has always placed an amazingly high value on women’s worth. From the very beginning, Scriptures say that both men and women were created in the image of God. Throughout both the Old and New Testaments the Bible directs men to honor women […]
Read More...Posted: 08 Dec, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson
We must see the Christian life as more than the attainment of eternal life. The Christian life is about the next life, but it is also about this life.
Read More...Posted: 14 Jun, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson
The good news of how Jesus paid our way into heaven is the most amazing story in the world! Whether you are a Christian or a person who is searching for hope and answers, this message is sure to encourage you and touch your soul.
Read More...Posted: 25 Apr, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson
When Jesus spoke to people, he often left them with a decision to make. What decision will we make when Jesus puts a decision before each of us?
Read More...Posted: 23 Jan, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson
To do well in the Christian life, you have to believe, in faith, in what God has done for you. And you must sit in the finished work of God.
Read More...Posted: 04 Mar, 2006 | Author: Steve Nelson
A Front Range Family Conference talk given in 2006.
Read More...Posted: 13 Mar, 2022 | Author: Kevin Quinn
In Ephesians 4:17-32, we learn to change our lives by changing our thinking, our "clothes", and by acting according to who we are in Christ.
Read More...Posted: 20 Mar, 2022 | Author: Dove Cranson
Loving others is not just a matter of mustering up more strength to love, but rather, to allow God to love you, and then to love through you.
Read More...Posted: 16 Apr, 2023 | Author: Steve Nelson
What does a leader look like, and how can I be a Christian of influence?
Read More...Posted: 28 May, 2023 | Author: John Houser
How can I live the Christian life as me, with all of my weaknesses, doubts, and propensities? How can I experience God in a genuine and authentic way?
Read More...Posted: 03 Mar, 2024 | Author: Steve Nelson
What does it mean to be successful in your personal faith? Or for you church to be a success?
Read More...Posted: 24 Mar, 2024 | Author: Steve Nelson
Just how sure can you be that you are a Christian and going to heaven?
Read More...Posted: 07 Apr, 2024 | Author: Steve Nelson
Reenergize your faith by developing a habit of reading, meditating on, and memorizing the Bible.
Read More...Posted: 21 Apr, 2024 | Author: Steve Nelson
If you were to excel at something in the Christian life and achieve ninja-level excellence, what would it be?
Read More...Posted: 16 May, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson
As we continue our series through Philippians, we’re going to take a look at the place of suffering in a Christian’s life. Suffering is very real, not only in the sense of the persecuted church, but also in the sense of the day-to-day struggles and battles that we face regularly. These sufferings, in whatever form, […]
Read More...Posted: 06 Nov, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson
How can we deal with feelings of shame and embarrassment and still make a stand for Christ?
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