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Welcome to the weekly podcast of Christ Place Church lead by Rick Lorimer. To learn more, visit our website at ChristPlace.Church
Grace does such a work in our hearts that even in dire circumstances our joy overflows and ends upblessing others.
Join Pastor Rick as he talks about thetheology of generosity. It's grace with our sleeves rolled.
Next Steps:
- Today, I am asking grace to change my mindset on generosity.
- I will register for Financial Peace University.
Open handed faith requires being unemcumbered from debt. Join pastor Rick as he shares a simple biblical process for taking the initial steps to freedom.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will ask for help.
- I will register for Financial Peace University.
Join Pastor Johnathan as he begins our new series "Open Hands."
NEXT STEPS:
- This week I will look lean into to putting God first.
Join us as Pastor Danette continues in our old school "Sunday School" series from the Old Testament book of Judges Chapter 16. We look at Samson's fatal flaws and how compromise kills. We can't change our past sins or their consequences, but God can redeem our lives when we surrender to him.
NEXT STEPS:
- Identify your compromise.
- Let God speak to your compromise through Scripture.
- Tell a trusted and godly friend.
- Join a Connect Group or Care Class.
Life doesn't always unfold the way we imagined. In this message from the book of Esther, Pastor Ezra reveals how God uses unexpected circumstances to accomplish His greater purpose through those who trust Him. Join Pastor Ezra as he explores what it means to walk by faith when you don't understand where life has taken you.
What if the very thing the world calls you guilty for is the evidence of a life fully devoted to God? Join Pastor Landon as he unpacks the story of Daniel and challenges us to live with unwavering integrity, daily faithfulness, and an excellent spirit that points others to Jesus.
NEXT STEPS:
- Write down that you want your life story to be. How do you hope your life brings glory to God?
- Live with an excellent spirit, by seeing your work, in the home and workplace, as worship.
- Be faithful in the small details of life, an impactful life comes from a consistently faithful life.
Join Pastor Ezra as we jump into week number one of our Sunday School series.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will let go of my fears. I will let go of the pressure to be the hero and trust in Jesus.
- This week, I will stop focusing on myself and begin to look for ways to honor and stand for God in my family, in my work, and in my community. Not as the hero, but as one willing to be led into battles for the Lord.
The world around us is constantly changing, but God never does. In this message, Pastor Landon explores the doctrine of God's immutability and why His unchanging character, promises, and purposes provide a firm foundation in an unpredictable world.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will anchor my mornings with God before my circumstances speak.
- I will measure my life against God's promises, not my feelings.
What happens when holiness, love, and justice meet someone who deserves none of them? What is God's response and what should be ours? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into this.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I'm asking God to reveal to me someone I've written off and teach me how to pray for them.
- My prayer this week is to ask God to form me after His image.
Something inside us cries out for justice. How does this relate back to God and how does a righteous God justify unrighteous people? Join Pastor Rick as he wades into this tension.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for opportunities to reflect God's character. To do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly.
- Each day this week, I will thank God for the cross and Christ's sacrifice for me.
What does it truly mean that God is love? In week two of the GOD IS series, we explore the biblical reality of God's holy, sacrificial, and transformative love revealed through Jesus Christ. Join Pastor Johnathan as he unpacks how God's love changes our identity, restores our relationship with Him, and transforms the way we live.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will be reminded of the awe of God's love.
- I am going to join a CONNECT GROUP or serve on a DREAM TEAM.
A manageable God cannot save you. A domesticated God cannot transform you. Join Pastor Rick as He investigates the most fundamental attribute of God.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will attend Next Steps.
- Each day this week, I will thank God for His holiness and be sent.
Distractions can keep us from stepping into the destiny God has prepared for us, but faith and obedience position us for victory. Join Guest Speaker Ed Garvin as he unpacks the story of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17 and challenges us to overcome fear, criticism, and limitation through the power of God.
The church is full of hypocrites. This has some truth but doesn't tell the whole truth. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks Jesus advice for hypocrisy and healing.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will attend Next Steps.
- Each day this week, I will pray for the Church.
In Genesis 28:10–12, Jacob meets God in an unexpected place, reminding us that even in seasons of uncertainty and grief, God still calls us to something greater. Join us as Guest Speaker Dr. Darnell Williams reminds us that what God has spoken over your life is still alive and still unfolding in His timing.
In a culture of independence and quiet isolation, this message reminds us we were never meant to follow Jesus alone. Through 1 Corinthians 12, discover why connection, belonging, and spiritual family are essential. Join Pastor Johnathan as he explores why we still need each other.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am going to show up for NEXT STEPS.
- I am going to join a CONNECT GROUP or serve on a DREAM TEAM.
Society and culture say one thing while Jesus says another. Who will you believe and what is your part? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into this.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will sign up and attend Next Steps.
- Each day this week I will pray for the Church.
You may not have seen Him with your eyes, but you can trust Him with your life. Jesus' last beatitude was spoken over your life. Join pastor Rick as he celebrates this promise from Jesus.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I celebrate Jesus.
- Each day this week, I choose to step into the blessing of belief and allow Jesus to empower me.
Why did Jesus have to die on a cross? In this powerful Good Friday message, we explore the deeper meaning behind the nails, the thorns, and the tree—and discover how the cross was not random, but God's intentional plan to undo the curse of sin and bring redemption to humanity. From Eden to Calvary, every detail points to a Savior who took our place, bore our shame, and declared, "It is finished." Join Pastor Rick as he reveals why the cross still changes everything today.
The Apostle Paul closes out his letter to the churches in Galatia, leaving them with practical advice for living free. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into this.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will remind myself to plant good seeds and ask God for patience.
- This week, I will boast in the cross and invite one person to Resurrection Weekend. His or her name is _____________.
Every believer experiences a battle within from two opposing forces. Join Pastor Rick as he marches onto the battlefield and shares the Apostle Paul's pathway for victory.
NEXT STEPS:
- Be honest and confess to God where your flesh (sarx) is getting in the way.
- Invite the Spirit to redeem your flesh and empower you to live a fruit filled life.
God is doing something new, and we don't want to miss it. Join us as Pastor Ezra as he shares ways to know God and be known by God from Galatians 4.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am going to join the Ownit 365 One Story Plan this Monday.
- I am asking God to teach me to know him and invite Him to know me.
God is doing something new, and we don't want to miss it. Join Pastor Johnathan as he shares the next message in the Set Free series.
NEXT STEPS:
- As a Christ follower, you began this journey by helplessness and trust. Continue in that, and don't let anyone switch the rules on you halfway down the road.
How are we truly freed from people pleasing and performance mode? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into the answer.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will keep the old me buried.
- I will memorize Galatians 2:20.
The gospel is not fragile, but it is sacred. And it is always worth defending. Join Pastor Rick as he begins a walk through the book of Galatians.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day, I am asking God to help me understand and experience His grace.
- This week, I will look for opportunities to brag on the Gospel.
Join National Speed the Light Director Pastor Kendall Alfaro as he shares his heart for missions and talks about the promise of renewal.
God is doing something new, and we don't want to miss it. Join Pastor Johnathan as he shares the heart for Vision Builders in 2026.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will PRAY, GIVE AND GO in 2026 as a Vision Builder.
We all long for a fresh start—but what if that fresh start isn't just about beginning again, but stepping into something greater? Join us as Pastor Rick challenges us to step out of comfort, walk in obedience, and live out the purpose God has already prepared for us—for such a time as this.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am going to start or stay with Ownit 356 One Story Plan this Monday.
- I am choosing to bloom where I am planted and step into my opportunity for God's good works through my life.
God is a God of fresh starts. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks the parable of the Prodigal Son and how it should give each of us hope.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am going to start or stay with Ownit 356 One Story Plan this Monday.
- I am asking God to help me really know His grace and grow in my understanding of His Fatherhood.
Join Pastor Kurt as we look at what it means to be transformed by God through the renewing of our minds.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will seek to be fully present to the opportunities of finding God in my daily experiences
- This week, I give myself to the study of the Word of God over the meditations of my heart.
- This week, I will participate in our 7 days of prayer and fasting.
God is doing something new, and we don't want to miss it. Join Pastor Johnathan as he shares the best tactics for stepping into God's new thing.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am going to start the Ownit 356 One Story Plan this Monday.
- I am asking God to give me eyes to see what He is doing.
Join Pastor Kurt as he discusses the idea that when God's favor becomes personal, the story of our life becomes powerful.
NEXT STEPS:
- As I step into a new year, I will embrace the opportunity to release greater amounts of my time, talent, and treasure through my life's story.
- I will choose to risk a deeper Christ-centered involvement with others in the body of Christ.
- I will be more attentive to celebrate the redemptive work God is doing in me.
Christmas is the story of God giving us the greatest gift—not a program or principle, but a Person: Jesus, the light of the world who came close to save us and offer forgiveness, hope, and new life. Join Pastor Johnathan as he invites you to unwrap the ultimate Christmas gift and discover the life-changing hope found only in Christ.
Dr. Solomon Wang invites us to slow down and behold the often-overlooked beauty of the manger. Join Dr. Solomon Wang as he unpacks the beauty of the manger.
Why did God choose to bring the greatest announcement of the world to some outcast shepherds? Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the implications this brings to us.
NEXT STEPS:
- I receive the commissioning to share about Jesus and invite others to share this Christmas with me at Christ Place.
- Each day this week, I will carry a reverence and love for Jesus with me to my home and workplace.
The storied announcement of Christ's birth is very scandalous, and yet beautiful for what it communicates to us. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks the beauty amidst the scandalous and connects our story to the greater Christmas narrative.
NEXT STEPS:
- I receive the hope that God wants to give me today, and I see the beauty amidst the mess.
- Each day this week, I will practice gratitude for what He is doing, even when I am incapable of seeing it.
The lineage of Christ shows forth man's inherent brokenness and God's overcoming grace. Join us as Pastor Kurt talks about a supernaturally changed heart.
NEXT STEPS:
- This Christmas, I will no longer hold onto my hurt, nor will I hide my heart away. Instead, I will allow my heart to be set on God's love for me.
- This Christmas, I will embrace what it means to be fully engaged as a member of God's Church.
Revival is a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really look like? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into the subject and helps us understand the posture we need to embrace if we are to see God's word and His Spirit do a fresh work in us and through us.
NEXT STEPS:
- I repent today for ___________ and desperately ask God to breathe afresh on me.
- I will pray each day this week for our church, city, state, and nation for revival.
Join guest speaker Joil Marbut as he shares his journey to Ecuador and what it truly means to live as a missionary.
Join us for a powerful message from guest speaker Pastor Rod Loy as he shares how God truly sees us and highlights the incredible work of Project Rescue.
Jesus was super direct about His heart for marriage, divorce, and singleness. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into these subjects.
NEXT STEPS:
- I commit my marriage, future marriage, or singleness to the Lord.
- This week, I will reach out for help.
Discover how to build your family on God's Word, raise godly children in a broken world, and trust the Lord to shape their hearts and futures. Join Pastor Ezra as he helps us see that children truly are a gift from the Lord.
NEXT STEPS:
- Pick a time and a place to read the Bible and pray with your kids—aim for four times a week.
- Pray that God would help you become a parent with a clear focus on putting Jesus first and teaching your children to do the same.
In this new three-week series, Built to Last, Pastor Rick dives into God's original design for marriage from Genesis 2. Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, this message reveals how God's plan for relationships—rooted in leaving, holding fast, and becoming one—can help you build something that truly lasts. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks God's blueprint for a lasting marriage.
NEXT STEPS:
- I'm asking God to help me embrace the beauty, mystery, and commitment of marriage.
- This week, I will ask for prayer and help in my marriage.
The apostle Paul addresses the hot mess in Corinth as it relates to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Join Pastor Rick as he wades into this topic and what we can learn from Paul's instructions.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I'm asking God to stir my desire-to-desire spiritual gifts operating in my life.
- This week, as the Holy Spirit prompts me, I will humbly speak, serve, and lead with the gifts He has given me.
The Holy Spirit endows Christ-followers with supernatural gifts. Join us as Pastor Kurt shares about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and what they look like in our lives.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will look for opportunities to step out in the gift area I feel led in by God.
- This week, I will sign up to join a team and use the gifts the Holy Spirit has placed into my life.
The fruit of the Spirit is heaven’s preview on earth. Join Pastor Rick as he talks about the fruit of the Holy Spirit and what it looks like in our life.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will practice abiding and yielding.
- This week, I will sign up to join a dream team.
This message from our series The Gift That Keeps Giving unpacks the baptism of the Holy Spirit—what it is, why it matters, and how it empowers us to live boldly for Christ. Join Pastor Johnathan as he leads us through Scripture and shows how the Spirit still transforms lives today.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will be open to receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit and seek for it in my personal prayer time.
The Holy Spirit is not a force but the very presence of God with us and in us. Join Pastor Jonathan as he invites us into a deeper relationship with the Spirit of God.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look to abide in the presence of the Holy Spirit by reading Scripture, praying, and spending time in personal worship.
Many Christians know about the Holy Spirit but haven’t truly experienced Him as Helper, Friend, and God. Join Pastor Landon as he unpacks the person of the Holy Spirit and invites you into deeper relationship with Him.
NEXT STEPS:
- Start acknowledging the Holy Spirit as a person. You cannot have a personal relationship with something you don't see as a person.
- Talk with the Holy Spirit—He is God. You don’t switch from praying to Jesus, God, or the Holy Spirit. They are 3 in one. Ask the Holy Spirit, right where you are, to help you recognize His presence and to lead you into all truth.
- This week, read John 14-16, asking the Holy Spirit to salt your lips to thirst for Him.
The Jubilee trumpet sounded once every 50 years—but in Jesus, the trumpet never stops ringing. Join Pastor Rick on the final week of our series as he unpacks values of Jubilee and how we can apply them to our life.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today I move from attending to belonging and take the next step.
- This week, I will lean into Kingdom values of community, generosity, devotion, and being missional.
In this message, discover the grace, sacrifice, and power of our Redeemer, and how Jubilee shapes your identity today. Join Pastor Bruce as he unpacks The Cost of Redemption.
Join Pastor Rick as he discusses how baptism and jubilee align.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will register to be baptized.
- Each day this week, I will celebrate Jesus and pray for those who were baptized today.
Across the ages, the human heart has longed for freedom from chains, from oppression, from poverty, from sin. Join Pastor Rick as he shares about the Jubilee we never knew that we needed.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will name the thing I need freedom from and surrender it to Jesus.
- This week, I will invite the following 7 people to Summer Splash:________________.
Join us as Pastor Rick introduces a new series that dives into the Old Testament practice of Jubilee. Learn how this old concept offers us new a understanding of rest and restoration.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will embrace rediscovering God’s rhythm of renewal for my life and resting on the Sabbath.
- God is giving me a second chance to trust and obey Him regarding ________________.
In the powerful conclusion to our Hidden Heroes series, we discover that the final is... you. Join Pastor Landon as he talks about stepping into your God-given confidence and embracing the life He’s appointed you to live.
NEXT STEPS:
- Start declaring God’s truth over your life daily, replacing the world’s labels with what your Heavenly Father has spoken about you.
- Step into the spaces God has planted you—your workplace, home, or community—as someone chosen and positioned with purpose.
- Ask God to show you your "so that I would," and begin living on mission by using your unique gifts to make disciples and bear lasting fruit.
Sometimes the greatest miracles begin with small, unseen acts of faith. In this powerful message from Pastor Bruce, we explore the story of four friends in Mark 2 who refused to let anything stop them from getting their paralyzed friend to Jesus.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will be available to be a game changer in someone's life!
- This week, I will step into a "puddle" in faith that God will use me!
- This week, I will reflect on how God brought a "hidden hero" into my life!
What if the most influential people in God’s Kingdom are the ones no one ever sees? In this powerful message, we explore the life of Jabez—a man with only two verses in Scripture, yet whose prayer reshaped his destiny. Join Pastor Kurt as he talks about how your hidden faithfulness, bold prayers, and surrendered heart can leave a Christ-centered legacy that echoes for generations.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will make space to sit with God, inviting Him into the deepest parts of who I am—to influence me, that I might leave a lasting influence for Christ.
- This week, I advance my legacy in this life by prioritizing a bold prayer-life.
Water baptism turns the page in your life story, and a new chapter begins. If a book is your life story, the chapters mark different parts of your journey. Join Pastor Danette Matty as she encourages you to follow Jesus and let him rewrite your story!
NEXT STEPS:
- Repent - Turn away from your sins—your thoughts, choices, and actions that hurt you, others, or go against God’s Word. Talk to God about it in prayer, and invite someone to pray with you.
- Get baptized - to show on the outside what God has done in your heart.
- Keep repenting - turning back to God often, not because you feel guilty, but because you want to stay close to Him.
Join Pastor Kurt we conclude our series “Upside Down Kingdom.”
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will consider how “persecution proof” my faith in Christ actually is.
- This week, I will work to express my faith in ways that may cost me.
Being a peacemaker is perhaps the greatest challenge, for we live a world in turmoil. None of us have to look very far to experience conflict and relational tension. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks Jesus' promise to those who become messengers of peace.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I embrace being a messenger of peace and am asking God to use me.
- This week, I will initiate being a peacemaker in a specific relationship.
We all like the idea of receiving mercy, but it’s way more difficult to hand it. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks Jesus’ teaching on compassion in action.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will practice mercy by _________________________________________.
Feeling unsatisfied and like you don’t measure up? What if the issues is less about being righteous and more about hungering righteousness. Join Pastor Rick as he explores ways we can grow our appetite for more of God.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will linger in God’s presence and seek His righteousness.
- This week, I will memorize Matthew 5:6.
Join Pastor Johnathan as he unpacks the radical strength of meekness and reveals how true power lies in surrendering to God's control.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for ways to walk in Meekness.
Happy are you when you mourn. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks the second beatitude from Jesus. It only makes sense when you understand the context and the promise. It’s a good day to know Jesus.
NEXT STEPS:
- I’m asking God to help me understand my sin without it being too much or too little.
- This week, I will share with someone I trust which group I lean towards and ask for prayer.
What’s your one thing? In a world full of distractions, Jesus invites us to choose what matters most. This Mother’s Day message dives into the story of Mary and Martha, exploring the tension between doing and being, and the power of choosing presence over performance. Join Laurie Hoyt as she calls us back to our first love, encouraging us to remember, repent, and repeat.
Who knew that poverty could bring happiness!? Join us as Pastor Rick explores Jesus’ first and crucial promise of blessing from His Sermon on the Mount.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will begin each day this week confessing my dependence on Christ and reflect on His mercy.
- I will memorize James 4:10.
Join Pastor Rick as he takes us up the Mountain to sit with Jesus and learn what happiness really is.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I am asking God to help me sit and his feet and learn from Him and His kingdom.
- This week, I will memorize Matthew 5:3.
On that first Easter morning, it looked like defeat—but the fog lifted and the truth was revealed: Jesus defeated the enemy. Join Pastor Rick as he talks about how it’s time to say goodbye to death, shame, guilt, and fear—and say hello to the risen King.
Join Pastor Kurt as he talks about how Jesus willingly drank the cup of God's wrath, illustrating the depth of His sacrifice and the gift of life He offers in return.
Join Pastor Kurt as we celebrate Jesus' triumphal entry and consider how Jesus has royal authority to bring completion to our lives.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for ways to expand my worship of Jesus as my justifier.
- This week, I will look for ways to use my influence in Gospel service to others.
Join Pastor Rick as he looks into Biblical sacrifice and the ultimate next level of Godly stewardship.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for ways to worship Jesus through personal sacrifice.
- Today I will sign up to be one of the first 100 to go thru Ramsey+.
Join Pastor Johnathan as he dives into the third week in the Entrusted series.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will take tangible steps in growing in generosity.
Obeying God with your resources is the foundation for good stewardship. Furthermore, it brings the blessings of God and fuels the mission of the Church. Join Pastor Rick as he looks at the subject of tithing.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I am choosing to steward my finances by obeying the Lord.
- The next time Financial Peace University is offered, I will sign up and continue my growth as a steward.
Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the Parable of the Talents and explores how we can avoid being the servant who buries his head in the sand.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I repent for living like an owner and am asking God to help me steward all that I have and all that I am.
- This week, I will reflect on my resources and skills and determine how to use them for God’s kingdom work.
In our final week of Pray Like Jesus, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Jesus’ call to pray for protection from temptation and deliverance from evil, reminding us to trust God’s strength daily.
Is it hypocritical to ask God for forgiveness while not giving others your forgiveness? Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the power of Biblical confession.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will ask God for His forgiveness and choose to give my forgiveness to others.
- This week, I will not be in denial regarding my capacity for evil.
- I will sign up for a Connect Group.
Join Pastor Rick as he explores Jesus’ instructions on prayer and what it means to pray “Give us this day our daily bread.”
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will ask God to give us our daily bread.
- This week, I am asking God to help me be content and depend upon Him.
- I will sign up for a Connect Group.
Jesus taught His disciples how to pray and how to conduct a spiritual intervention for our broken world. Join Pastor Rick as he explores Jesus’ instructions for world changing prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will pray for God’s Kingdom and His will.
- This week, I will listen for His voice with the intention to obey.
- I will sign up for a Connect Group.
What does it look like to pray like Jesus? Join Pastor Rick as we being a new series about prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will start my day by praising God for who He is.
- This week, I will memorize The Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13.
- Today I’m signing up for a Connect Group.
Join Pastor Johnathan as he dives into what it means to be a Vision Builder.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will commit to being a Vision Builder.
- I will make a Faith Commitment to Vision Builders.
Join guest speaker Pastor Parker Loy as he recounts the incredible story of how his team miraculously escaped Sudan during the war.
A false teaching does not make someone a false teacher, but what are the guidelines? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into the Apostle Paul’s warning and how it applies to us.
NEXT STEPS:
- I’m joining Pastor Rick for the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
- I will not allow untested teachers into my life or home.
- This week, I will set up a time to meet with a pastor.
We don’t want to be judged but we’re usually pretty comfortable judging others. Why do non-essential issues become so important to us? Join Pastor Rick as he addresses the essential point of non-essential points.
NEXT STEPS:
- I’m joining Pastor Rick for the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
- Today, I repent for judging other believers and I’m asking God to help me be a person of reconciliation.
- This week, I will reflect where I am weak and strong in faith.
Join Pastor Kurt as he continues in our series in the book of Romans.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will seek to spend quality time with God considering the magnitude of His greatness over my life.
- This week, I will take inventory of the personal choices I am making in key areas of my life.
Join Pastor Rick, two of his grandkids, and Pastor Johnathan as they share the Christmas story from the Gospel of Luke.
Advent is about Advent. Yep. Join Pastor Rick as he addresses one of the four purposes of Advent. It’s called the Parousia.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will look to the sky and pray, "Come Lord Jesus."
- Each day this week, I will take stock of my time, attitudes, and resources and give them to Jesus.
- I will invite as many people as possible to join us for Christmas Eve.
Join Pastor Rick as he addresses the subject of God being our Father and the amazing implications.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will address God as my heavenly Father who cares about me and my life.
- This week, I will go out of my way to invite others to join us for Christmas Eve at Christ Place.
We live in a culture where everyone is looking for a scapegoat. Join Pastor Rick as he explores Jesus' unique plan to change the world by volunteering for the job.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I rejoice in Christ’s victory over sin.
- This week, I will invite at least three people to join me in celebrating Advent at Christ Place.
We live in a world full of chaos. There is so much pain, despair, and hatred. Join Pastor Johnathan as he unpacks the song "O Holy Night" and addresses a reason to rejoice in this season.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will begin an Advent reading plan on YouVersion or Lectio 365.
- This week, I will focus on my victory in Christ.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick unpacks how we can rightly think of ourselves and operate in what the Apostle Paul calls gifts of grace.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for a Dream Team.
- Next week, I will attend Growth Track.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan talks with us about Miracle Offering and how we must open our eyes for the lost, forgotten, and broken.
Join guest speaker Pastor Rod Loy as he discusses what the value of a soul is worth and an organization called Project Rescue.
Jesus gave a vision for His people and it’s perfect for what our culture and communities are experiencing today. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks this.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for opportunities to be better and brighter.
God gave us a maxim that should guide our political involvement. Join us as Pastor Rick addresses the one thing we can agree on.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will prayerfully research how I should vote this November.
What happens when Christians differ on political issues? Join us as Pastor Rick dives into this subject.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will engage in political discussions with the intention to love my brother or sister.
- I will use scripture to help me develop my political ideology.
- I will register and vote in November.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Servant or Savior Series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I commit to find the common ground with unbelievers in the realm of politics.
- Today, I commit to speak with tone that is respectful.
- Today, I commit to speak the truth in love.
Involving oneself in politics these days is like waking up in a foreign city intertwined with a stark contrast of skyscrapers and shanties all the while there is cacophony of discorded sounds vying for your attention. It’s confusing and disturbing. Join us as Pastor Rick explores a way for us to find our way.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will read the Holy Bible each day and follow our 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting Bible verses.
- I will fast one meal each day this week and replace that time with prayer and reading Scripture.
We live in a divided land of treacherous politics and polarizing issues. How would God have us respond and what is our responsibility? Join Pastor Rick as he wades into this tense subject.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will pray for our governing authorities.
- I will participate in 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
Why does the statement “It is what it is” bother Pastor Rick so much? Listen in as we dive into the Apostle Paul’s appeal to change a resigned mindset and reach for more.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will be a living sacrifice for Jesus.
- This week, I will look to align my life with God’s will and not resist His grace.
- I will answer the call to participate in 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
Join Pastor Jeremy as he takes us through Romans chapter 11, exploring God’s plan to lead us from being blinded by sin to being blessed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Do you have beautiful feet? Kind of a personal question and yet when we carry and deliver the Gospel to others, it changes our whole persona. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into Romans 10.
NEXT STEPS:
- Walk intentionally this week and seize opportunities to share the Gospel.
- Repent for being too big to serve others while being too small to share the Gospel.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Justified Series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will remember Salvation is for ALL PEOPLE.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Join Pastor Rick as he dives into some sensitive subjects about election and the doctrine of salvation.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I am releasing the following to God’s merciful sovereignty:_______________.
- Each day this week, I will be asking God to help me grow in gratitude and flexibility.
If God's love expressed in Jesus is so amazing, why did Israel reject it? And what is our relationship with the Old Testament and Israel today? Join us as Pastor Rick wades into this subject.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I'm asking God to remove my apathy and help me love the lost.
- Each day this week, I will pray for Israel and peace in the Middle East.
Join us as Pastor Rick shares about his separation anxiety and how God wants to eliminate it.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will take down the umbrella that keeps me from basking in God’s love.
- Each day this week, I will ask the Holy Spirit to help me be convinced of God’s love.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Justified series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will remember Jesus is for me.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
God is in the process of a complete restoration of your life and you just might be closer to that reality than you realize. Join Pastor Kurt as he unpacks the wonderful purpose God has for you through Jesus Christ.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will dwell on what it means to live in the joy of the Lord.
- This week, I will take inventory of my priorities and choose to cultivate a greater hunger for the excellent and grand purpose that God is working in me.
Join us as Pastor Danette continues in our “Justified” series from the book of Romans.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will use a study Bible to read, study, and pray through Romans 8:12-18.
- I will identify unhealthy or unholy behaviors and seek life-giving accountability through a mentor or Connect Group.
- I will remind myself regularly that I am loved and adopted by God and live like it!
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Justified Series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will look for tangible ways to live by the Spirit.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Join Pastor Nathan as he discusses the difference between being a rule follower vs. being a person who believes rules are a suggestion.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick explores the affection and affirmation of our Father.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will rest in the acceptance and affection of the Father.
- This week, I will look for opportunities to obey the Father.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick explores the collision of two worlds. Our former world before Jesus and our new life in Jesus. What will it take to be a disciple of Jesus even when the world of politics collides with the world of the Bible?
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will embrace being a learner.
- I will speak for truth with love.
We Christians and those who don’t think of themselves as a Christian deal with temptations of many kinds. It is amazing to know that even Jesus was tempted. But He, unlike us, never sinned. Join Pastor Terry as he unveils a helpful tool Jesus used that can help us to resist giving in to temptation.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will become more aware of times when I am tempted.
- I will follow the example of Jesus and use Scripture when tempted.
- I will create a list of scriptures to access when tempted.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick explores the three contrasts that Paul mentions in Romans 6. How can each of them help us better understand God’s amazing grace?
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will lean into God's grace and rest in it.
- This week, I will share with others about God's amazing grace.
There is a war waging around us and in us. Join Pastor Rick has he unpacks a battle plan.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will obey Jesus and sign up for baptism orientation.
- Through the week I will resist my old nature and the devil.
- This week, I will seek accountability.
Jesus has a new standard for you and your life, with it comes hope and victory. Join us as Pastor Rick explores the power of Christ in us.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will identify with Christ’s death to sin.
- This week, I will reflect on my milestones of new life in Jesus.
Join us as Pastor Rick dives into the subject of water baptism. Obedience will either be a lid or lift to your spiritual formation.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will obey Jesus and sign up for orientation.
- Through the week, I will reflect on my identity being in Jesus.
- This week, I will be very intentional about sharing my story.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan unpacks the thought "What Moms Teach Us" on Mother’s Day.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will commit to growing in my prayer life, more love for others, and my faith in God.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Join us as Pastor Rick dives into humanity's origin story and how it impacts our life.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will confess my sin and profess my new nature in Christ.
- Each day this week, I will ask the Holy Spirit to help me be more like Jesus.
Join us as Pastor Rick explores the matchless love of God and why it is the bedrock of the Holy Spirit’s work in our spiritual formation.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week I will boast on God’s love to at least three other people.
- This week I will reflect on God’s unrivaled love and His reconciliation.
Join Pastor Jeremy as he walks through the benefits of peace, privilege, and hope of Jesus in the life of a disciple.
How does God make people good without making them arrogant? Join Pastor Rick as he answers the question, "Why faith?"
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will read all of Romans 4 and reflect on it.
- Each day this week, I will look for opportunities to exercise my faith and thank God for His forgiveness and righteousness.
Join us as Pastor Rick leads us in celebrating the greatest event in history and the power of Jesus’ three words.
NEXT STEPS:
- I celebrate His resurrection and my new life in Him.
- This week, I will look to Jesus for my comfort and strength.
Join Pastor Kurt on Good Friday as he talks about the importance of the cross and Jesus's sacrifice.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the thought: “A Look Back to Look Forward.”
NEXT STEPS:
- I will reflect on this Holy Week in Scripture.
- I will invite my neighbor or friend to come with me to Easter at Christ Place.
Like a prosecuting attorney, the Apostle Paul has made it obviously clear that we are all guilty and deserve God's wrath. Join us today as Pastor Rick explores the nature of a God who wants to give us an alternative option.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will reflect on my redemption and the value God has placed on my life.
- This week, I will invite five people to Easter at Christ Place.
Join us as Pastor Rick contrasts the early church’s challenges with our own, specifically how we can learn to guard against hypocrisy and prevent ourselves from becoming irrelevant.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I choose to repent for my disobedience in ____.
- This week, I will guard my heart from hypocrisy.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Justified Series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will look for tangible ways to show empathy to those around me.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
The apostle Paul knew something we don’t. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks Paul’s secret for his uncompromising commitment to the Gospel.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
- This week, I will pray and profess the three I ams of Paul (obligated, eager, and unashamed.)
Join us as Pastor Rick discusses what it looks like to be right with God.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will commit to joining a connect group.
- This week, I will read Romans 1 and reflect on what God is saying to me.
- I will ask the Holy Spirit to “gospelize” me.
Join us as Pastor Rick wades into the messiness and busyness of our lives and proposes a new rhythm for our lives that could change everything.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will begin to practice the rhythm of prayer.
- This week, I will sign up for a connect group.
Vision Builders are a community of people who have a holy discontent for the lost, forgotten and broken. Join us as Pastor Rick casts vision for 2024.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will use the Project Guide as a prayer resource.
- This week, I will ask God what my faith commitment to Vision Builders will be for 2024.
- Today, I'm signing up for a Connect Group.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Practicing The Way series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will look for tangible ways to incorporate Sabbath into the rhythm of my life.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
We cannot always change our circumstances, but we can adjust our level of worship. Nothing changes the atmosphere like this. Listen as Pastor Rick talks about the power of praise.
NEXT STEPS:
- I refuse to profane (treat commonly) God’s presence in my life.
- I choose to be a worshipper and not a spectator. I will give God all my sacrifice, all my might, and all my dignity.
Join us as Pastor Rick wades into the craziness of life and offers us a simple solution that the early church understood so well.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will commit to joining you for a 12-week apprenticeship in a connect group.
- This week, I will determine what I am going to fast and how often.
When Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the declaration of the angels to the shepherds was “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” However, it is easy to see that there is not much peace on earth. Was this just an aspirational hope or is there any substance to the promise of peace. This message suggests that "The Path to Peace" may be different than we think.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I reconnect with God by expressing a childlike faith in Him.
- I understand that the PEACE He gives doesn’t require the removal of all evil from the world.
- I will memorize John 14:27, John 16:33, and Matthew 28:29.
Join Pastor Rick as he and his grandson celebrate the birth of Christ and the hope of the world.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today and tomorrow, I will celebrate the birth of Christ.
- This week, I will choose to reflect on the light of Jesus and the truth he wants me to walk in.
Join Pastor Rick as he takes on a journey to fend off the inward tendency of offense that will always present itself to us during the holidays.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will ask God daily to reveal anything in my heart that is attempting to steal my joy in Christ.
- Today, I am choosing to forgive the following person______.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next sermon in the Christmas at Christ Place Series.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will look for tangible ways to serve my family, my friends, and my faith community.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Christmas comes with much warm nostalgia for many. But for many others it also brings difficult and dark emotions to navigate. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the beautiful and victorious implications of Jesus birth for our lives.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will initiate letting some Christ Followers know of my isolation and ask for prayer.
- This week, I will reach out and be family to someone in my sphere of relationships.
Failure is not final. Quite literally it can become your defining moment. Join us as Pastor Rick walks us through John's closing words as we see Jesus offering us hope and purpose.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I am choosing to leverage my failure for God’s glory
- This week I am praying for God to help me love Him and others with His AGAPE.
There is no denying that each of us have a past or that our past has a way of haunting us. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into this subject.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will PUT DOWN the following:____
- I will PICK UP the following:____
Join Pastor Ashley as she talks about holy contentment.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will make a list of characteristics I believe to be true about God.
- I will write down areas of my life that I find difficult to trust God with.
- I will ask God to teach me to have a holy content in whatever circumstance I am in.
- I will ask God to grow in me a holy discontent for the lost, forgotten, and broken.
Jesus never wanted our faith to become stagnant or hit a barrier that stunted our growth. Doubt and fear have a way of bringing fatigue to our faith. Join Pastor Rick as he addresses doubt and faith.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will come forward for prayer, for I need the peace of God right now.
- This week, I am asking God to help me deepen my trust in Him.
- This week, I will linger longer in prayer and reading God’s Word.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the Gospel of John series: BELIEVE.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will embrace the hope, the peace, and the promise of the future.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
The journey each of us take to believing includes a variety of experiences. The earliest Christians had amazing times when they sat and listened to Jesus teach, but they also experienced the devastating time where He was crucified and buried. They must have thought that their journey was over. But shortly after they discovered the empty tomb, their journey continued. In a similar way, Christians and those who would become Christians experience the journey to believing. Join Pastor Terry as he encourages each of us to continue the Journey!
NEXT STEPS:
- I will accept the reality of believing, and I will also ask God to help me in my unbelief.
- Wherever I presently am on the Journey, I will look more and more closely at His story.
- Today, with God opening my eyes, I believe!
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the John series: BELIEVE.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today I will embrace the hope, the peace, and the promise of the future.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
What is our purpose in life? Join Pastor Rick as he dives into Ephesians 2 and helps us see the handiwork of God in our lives.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will attend the next available Growth Track.
- Today, I will fill out a Dream Team application.
It’s possible to grow older and yet not grow more mature in Jesus. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks some obstacles to growth and the necessity of being humble and being hungry.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I come forward for prayer and confess my lack of hunger and desire for more of God.
- This week, I will sign up for a Connect Group with the intention to grow.
- I will memorize Psalm 139:23-34.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan continues our Fall Series at Christ Place: GOD'S HOUSE.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will lean into the fact I belong here.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Church can be messy. Join us this week as Pastor Rick looks at the obstacles to healing and being a people of healing.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will come forward for prayer and breathe some fresh air.
- This week, I will sign up for a Connect Group and stretch my faith muscle.
- This week, I will memorize Luke 4:18.
Join us as Pastor Rick returns and dives into the subject of acceptance.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will take some time to meet others here at church and ask them some questions.
- This week, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
- This week, I will memorize Matthew 7:1-2.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan kicks off the brand new Fall Series at Christ Place: "GOD'S HOUSE."
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will lean into the change in my community.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
As Jesus completes His work on the cross in our text for today, He declares “It is finished.” He is not simply stating that the end of His suffering had come, but also that the work that made the redemption of all who will believe possible had now been fulfilled.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will rest in the finished work of Jesus to provide for my future.
- I will DO things not to earn God’s love or favor, but because of what He has DONE for me.
- I commit not to a life of religion, but to a life of declaring the Good News of Jesus.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the John series: Believe
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will Embrace the Cross by sharing my faith
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at CP.
Join Pastor Nathan as he continues in our Gospel of John series: BELIEVE.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, pray and decide what you are willing to lay down before the Lord.
Join us as Pastor Landon continues in the John Series: BELIEVE.
NEXT STEPS:
- Spend some alone time with the Lord this week, seeking His truth through Scripture.
- Look for ways this week that we can put action to our faith. Join a Connect Group, begin serving on a Dream Team, sign up for One-To-One mentoring.
Join Pastor Ezra as he continues through our Gospel of John series: BELIEVE.
NEXT STEPS:
- Take some time this week to think and pray about what group you are in from our message and see what Jesus will show you.
- Pray and ask God to reveal His plan for you and commit to clarifying and obeying it this week.
- Find one person to share what God has revealed to you through prayer. Tell them what God showed you about where you are, what he revealed about where He wants you to go, and your plan to go that way.
Join pastor Danette as she walks through John 18:1-11 and teaches how Jesus models releasing control to God.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will step forward and release control of a specific, difficult situation.
- I will join a Connect Group to grow in community with others.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the Gospel of John series: Believe.
NEXT STEPS:
- Next weekend, I will connect with someone at a table in the Lobby about serving on a Dream Team.
- This week, I will invite someone to join me at CP.
Join Pastor Jeremy as he talks about embracing growth, overcoming challenges, and discovering God's strength.
Join Pastor Johnathan as he talks about how baptism is special and why you should be baptized.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I'm choosing to be baptized.
- Each day this week, I will pray for those who were baptized this weekend.
What do we do with the regrets of our past and how do we avoid future regrets? According to the Bible, there is good news - it’s not too late to make the next right choice. Join Pastor Paul as he talks about fatherhood and how to face the regret in our life.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will ask God to forgive me for a regretful decision.
- This week, I will ask forgiveness from someone I have wronged.
- This week, I will write down one boundary I can put in a place to minimize regret in the future.
Join Pastor Lance as he examines the thoughts Jesus left the disciples regarding prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will schedule a specific time each day this week to spend time in prayer.
- I will memorize John 16:23.
Join Pastor Jeremy as he walks through John 16:16-22 and invites us to know Jesus, who walks with us through the highs and lows of life.
NEXT STEPS:
- Read John 16
- Spend time with Jesus in prayer this week, asking him for a vision of what he sees in you.
- Take a moment to ask someone about their day and pray with them whether there's something to celebrate or a problem to be solved.
If it matters to Jesus, it matters to me. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into the subject of obedience as it relates to water baptism.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for orientation to be baptized at Summer Splash.
- This week, I will lean into obeying God’s word and listening to His promptings.
Join Pastor Ezra as he talks about how the power of the Holy Spirit is a priceless gift from God, and how the Holy Spirit can empower us to see souls saved and lives changing for today.
Join Pastor Whitney Barth as she talks about shifting seasons and how to remain steady.
Join us as Pastor Rick dives into the strained relationship that Christians have with the world.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will daily remind myself that this world is not my home and put my hope in Jesus’ victory.
- This week, I will lean into the power of the Holy Spirit and share what Jesus has done for me.
Join Pastor Lance as we look at Jesus' command to 'love one another' and what that means for us today.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will have dinner with a friend.
- I will spend time each day this week praying out loud.
Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the key to embracing a high quality of life that Jesus gives His followers in his last conversation with His disciples.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today I repent for trying to find joy and life apart from Christ.
- Each day this week I will hide His word in my heart, talk to God from my heart and bury my heart in His love.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in our "Believe" series.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will pre-decide a time, a place, and a plan to abide in Jesus.
- This month, I will go to Growth Track.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the Easter message, "Who Will Roll the Stone Away?"
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This week, I will celebrate Christ’s resurrection by letting Him roll the stones away in my life.
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This week, I will invite someone to join me at Christ Place.
Join Pastor Jeremy as we take a look at what Palm Sunday teaches us about being a people of peace.
Your understanding of the purpose of the Bible will determine how you treat the Bible. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks this timeless truth about Scripture.
NEXT STEPS: This week, I will... - Sign up for the Tithe Challenge at www.christplace.church/tithe. - Read the Bible daily and treat it as Holy and essential in my relationship with God. - Seek opportunities to minister and speak truth into someone's life.
Join Pastor Rick as he talks about God's thundering generosity and how a reverse thunder can occur.
NEXT STEPS:
- This month, I will take the tithe challenge.
- This week, I will memorize Romans 5:8.
- Each day this week, I will reflect on the thundering grace of God.
For some of us, “promises” come with mixed emotions. If you have ever experienced broken promises, you get this. It’s easy to be skeptical. We temper others’ promises by nature or default and don’t get our hopes up. What do you do with God’s promises? Join pastor Rick as he unpacks four promises that Jesus gives us.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will spend some time lingering in the presence of the Holy Spirit.
- This week, I will memorize one of today’s promises from Jesus.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the series our “Believe” series.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, look for ways to tangibly model serving to my family and my community.
- Each day this week, I will lean into the Holy Spirit and allow Him to convict and help me.
Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks John 14:7 and Jesus conversation with Philip about knowing God.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will intentionally linger in my quiet time with God and ask Him to help me know Him.
- Each day this week, I will read the Bible and ask the Holy Spirit to help me know Him.
The disciples are very overwhelmed. Passover did not go as expected. Join pastor Rick as he zeroes in on Jesus’ final words to His disciples before being arrested.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will stubbornly hold on to my faith in Jesus.
- This week, I will spend daily time reflecting on heaven and meeting Him there.
- I will reach out to 2 people who may not know Jesus and express His desire to see them in heaven.
Join us as missionaries Pat and Suzanne Hurst share testimonies of life change and the impact that Christ Place is making in the lost, forgotten, and broken in Africa through Vision Builders.
Join Pastor Ashley as she encourages us to pray boldly and be a part of reaching the lost, forgotten, and broken through Vision Builders in 2023!
Next Step:
- I will make a Faith Commitment at www.christplace.church/visionbuilders and declare "I Am A Vision Builder!"
Join Pastor Rick as he casts vision for the local church and the kind of sowing that needs to take place for us to truly be a household of faith.
NEXT STEPS:
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This week, I will begin sowing one or more of the seeds more intentionally.
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Next week, I will come with anticipation to give of myself to God and others.
Farming is hard work, and it can be discouraging when you’re not seeing results. Join Pastor Rick as he headdresses this and what God’s Word says.
NEXT STEPS:
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I will go to Growth Track and/or sign up for a Connect Group.
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I will ask the Holy Spirit to help me number my days and be more intentional.
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This week, I will determine the seed that I need to be sowing and tending to in my life and family.
Join Pastor Rick as he digs into the Law of the Harvest.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will express my gratitude to several key people for their sowing in my life.
- Today, I will sign up for our 21 Days of Fasting & Prayerchurch devotional.
Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the truth about joy and God’s intention for your life.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each night this week, I will pause & reflect on God's finger prints on my day.
- Each day, I will spend time rejoicing in the Lord.
- This week, I will prayerfully handout a Christmas invite card.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the series, “Advent: Hope is Coming.”
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for ways to tangibly show love to someone.
- I will invite someone to join me for service at Christ Place.
We live in a world of temporary solutions for an eternal problem. Join Pastor Rick as he looks at an answer that is easily overlooked during Christmas.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will join my church family for an Advent Journey of growing my anticipation and gratitude for Christmas.
- This week, I will invite 5 people to join me at Christ Place. The message of Advent is too good.
Anxiety and depression are at an all-time high. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks Jesus' simple but profound answer for our world.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will walk slowly through the church lobby and be attentive to those around me.
• Each day this week, I will ask God to help me understand my part in being a Vision Builder and what I am to give.
This weekend join Pastor Rick as he discusses the humanness of Jesus and how that impacts our lives in a society of betrayal.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I’m leaning into Jesus’ love and asking for prayer.
- I will sign up for a Connect Group and/or attend Growth Track.
What would happen in our marriages if we chose to look at our relationship with our spouse as a dance to enjoy rather than a problem to solve?
Could there be one thing that is the secret to a good marriage, or even a good life for that matter? Join pastor Rick as he shares a secret to a better life.
NEXT STEPS:
- I am choosing God to be my ONE THING and will structure my week to prioritize getting time with Him.
- I will attend the Marriage Intensive.
- I will reach out and ask for help this week.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the series, “Fight for the House.”
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will look for ways to tangibly give praise to God.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick unpacks Jude’s instructions on how we are to fight for the faith and learn how to abide in God’s love.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will take time to apply Jude’s instructions.
- I need to fight life this week: Remember I’m in a battle, Keep myself in God's love, Build up my faith, Pray in the Spirit, and Wait on God.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick wades into Jude’s warning of false teachers. What should we be looking for, and how can we not become a victim?
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
- This week, I will evaluate my life and look for the fruit.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick begins a new series from the Book of Jude. In this message, you will hear a relevant warning that each of us should have on our radar.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
• This week, I will take time to reflect on God’s traces of grace in my life.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick begins a new series from the Book of Jude. In this message, you will hear a relevant warning that each of us should have on our radar.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
• This week, I will take time to reflect on God’s traces of grace in my life.
Gender Dysphoria is rising, and an important question needs to be answered with it. Join us as Pastor Rick looks to scripture for the answer.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will fast and pray.
• Today, I will sign-up for a Connect Group.
• This week, I will look into the other resources available.
We live in a day and age of sexual complexity and experimentation. Join Pastor Rick as he looks to Scripture for direction and help regarding marriage and singleness.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will fast and pray with God’s specific ideal picture for my life.
• Today, I will sign-up for a Connect Group.
• This week, I will look into the other resources available to me.
We live in a day and age of sexual complexity and experimentation. Join Pastor Rick as he looks to Scripture for direction and help regarding marriage and singleness.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will fast and pray with God’s specific ideal picture for my life.
• Today, I will sign-up for a Connect Group.
• This week, I will look into the other resources available to me.
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We live in a day and age of sexual complexity and experimentation. Join Pastor Rick as he begins a discussion on Healthy Sexuality and looks to the Bible for direction and help.
NEXT STEPS:
• I will sign up for a Connect Group.
• I will fill out an application for Personal Care.
• I will intentionally fast this week and participate in the devotional on www.christplace.church/resources.
"The Problem with God" Sermon Series: https://tinyurl.com/2299uaxd
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next message in the “The Chosen Series.”
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This week, look for ways to tangibly love the children in our lives, in our community, and around the world.
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This week, I will sign-up to help with Christ Place Kids at my campus.
John 4:3-44
Season 1, Episode 8
Watch the Episode: https://watch.angelstudios.com/thechosen/watch/episodes/season-1-episode-8-i-am-he?ap=true
Join us this weekend as Pastor Rick explores the ramifications of humanity being made in the image of God, Imago Deo.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will wake each morning reminding myself that I’m made in the image of God.
• I will pray for God’s people to embrace a Whole Life agenda.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the
series, “Believe: A Study of the Book of John."
This weekend, we get an up-close view of Jesus processing His crucifixion and why the cross matters today.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for Baptism Orientation.
- Each day this week, I will look for opportunities to share the love of Christ with others.
- I’m asking God to help me embrace the culture of the cross.
Join us this week to explore what “living the right life” looks like. Pastor Rick takes into Jesus' teaching found in John’s Gospel 12. NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for Baptism orientation.
- Each day this week, I will look for ways to serve others and die to my flesh.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into the subject of a believer’s identity. NEXT STEPS:
• I will sign up to be baptized at Summer Splash.
• This week, I will renew my efforts to identify in Jesus and Him alone.
This past weekend we celebrated Mother’s Day with Pastor Laurie Hoyt. She gave an inspiring message and challenged us to know where we come from.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance teaches from the book of John about the resurrection of Jesus’ friend, Lazarus.
Next Steps:
- This week, I will memorize and meditate on John 11:25. “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he dies, yet shall he live.”
- I will be honest and unreserved in my prayer life.
Join Pastor Rick as we look at the first Easter morning and the shocking news that had seismic implications then and now. It was simply unimaginable.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will celebrate Christ’s resurrection by giving Him my undivided heart and
- This week, I will live as one who follows one who overcomes the odds.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into John’s rendition of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, kicking off Holy Week.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I embrace each day with purpose to reflect and worship God.
- I will invite three specific people to our Easter Services.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance continues in our study of John’s Gospel about belief vs. unbelief.
Next Steps:
- I will be honest with the Lord about my doubts.
- I will invite someone with me to Easter at Christ Place.
We are barraged with advertising that appeals to our nature. Join us as Pastor Rick introduces a principle that, if practiced, will revolutionize your financial condition. NEXT STEPS:
• I will attend the A Better Way Class next weekend. Go to www.christplace.church/events
• This week, I will delay my purchases with the intention of banking the difference.
Join us as Pastor Rick talks about one word, when practiced in your finances sets you up for success.
NEXT STEPS:
•This week, I will begin to practice living within my means and implement “I PAY.”
•Today, I will register for A BETTER WAY at www.christplace.church/events.
•I will ask for help with my finances.
Join us as Pastor Rick talks about one word that sets you up for success when practiced in your finances.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will trust God with my finances and practice this first principle of obeying Him.
- I will register and attend the three-week financial class, "A Better Way: Steps to Financial Freedom," taught by Pastor Terry Brown, beginning March 26.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan explores the next passage in the series, “Believe: A Study of the Book of John.”
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will study and apply Psalm 23 to my walk with Christ.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into a controversial story in the bible and illustrates what it looks like to belong and believe in Jesus. NEXT STEPS:
•This week, I will look for those who may not feel like they belong and do my best to include them in a conversation.
•Today, I profess my allegiance first and foremost to Jesus.
Next Steps: * There is more to my story and I will enjoy the process. * I will memorize John 9:25 (NIV) – “Whether he is a sinner or not, I don’t know. One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!” * I will join the Christ Place family for Worship Night on March 6 at 6:00pm.
Pastor Rick Lorimer Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into the story of Jesus healing the blind man and how God wants to intervene in our suffering.
NEXT STEPS:
• I’m asking God to help me reframe my pain and use it for His glory. I want to testify to the world around me: “I am that person.”
• Today, I will ask for prayer by filling out a connection card and/or coming forward for prayer.
• I will become a Vision Builder starting this week by beginning to pray, give, and go.
Pastor Rick & Pastor Ashley
It’s not what vision is, but what vision does that matters. Join Pastor Rick and Pastor Ashley as they share where we are going in 2022 with missions.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will pray and fill out the Plan, Vision, and Dream for Vision Builders.
- I will pray for our missionaries and projects in the Vision Builders Guide.
- I will sign up for more information on the Ecuador, RFK, and T.R.A.C. teams.
God wants to grow your faith in 2022 and embrace his mission. Join us as Pastor Rick talks about where God is leading us in the next few years and why your faith is required. NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will sign up for Growth Track and embrace the idea of being sent.
• I’m asking God to expose any grasshopper tendencies in my faith.
• This week, I will ask God to help us be a “sending church.”
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Join us as Pastor Rick talks about a day of healing that God wants for each of us.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I begin my Sabbath with a renewed perspective.
- This week, I will plan how to implement Sabbath for my life (and family).
Pastor Rick Lorimer
This week, Pastor Rick looks at Jesus’ introduction to His Church and begins a conversation that he hopes you too will choose to have with Christ.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will begin each day with a conversation with Jesus.
• I will check out the prayer resource page and participate in the daily S.O.A.P.
Dreams… we all have them. Some of them make sense, some scare us, and we are thankful it was just a dream, and sometimes they don't make sense. Sometimes God birth's a dream deep within our spirit. Join us as Pastor Johnathan discusses the dream that God births within you.
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• I want to challenge you to pray for the next seven days. Ask God, “What dream are you wanting to birth in my life for 2022?”
Pastor Rick Lorimer
This week, Pastor Rick unpacks the challenge of trust and what we can learn from Joseph’s life.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will demonstrate my trust in God by ____________________.
- I will invite someone to join me for Christmas Eve.
We are in a season of miracles, and you don’t want to miss the miracle of God’s favor on your life. Join Pastor Rick as he explores this subject.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will walk with a mindset of having God’s favor on my life.
• Each day, I will look for opportunities to exercise my faith in Christ.
• I will demonstrate my favor on ____________ (person) this week.
Join us this weekend as Pastor Rick kicks off our Christmas series and embraces the tension that comes with the word “patience.” It is a dirty word for many of us, yet it’s a fruit of God’s Spirit. It’s to not only be welcomed but sought after.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will list out my expectations for this Christmas season.
- Each day, I will take some time to wait in God's presence and ask for His guidance.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance continues in our series through the Gospel of John where Jesus talks about what true freedom looks like.
Next steps:
- I will begin a bible reading plan and S.O.A.P journal.
- I will memorize John 8:31-32.
- I will invite someone with me to Christmas at Christ Place.
The Miracle is in the Obedience
Next Steps: • I will ask God what He wants me to give to the Miracle Offering. • I will talk to God about areas in my life where I may not be fully trusting Him. • I will trust God and obediently do whatever He is asking me to do.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the study of the book of John.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will look for ways to reflect the light of Christ through my conversations.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick discusses the closing day of the Feast of Booths and Jesus’ great invitation packed with a promise of a lifetime.
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•This week, I will wait on the Holy Spirit in my prayer time, asking Him to empower me.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick unpacks some practical ways for us to know God’s will and timing during unsettling times.
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Each day this week, I will answer the question: How will I glorify God in my home and work/school today?
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Today, I will sign up for a Dream Team and glorify God in my church.
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This week, I will rehearse the Three Harbor Lights and/or memorize the passage highlighted today for each one.
Join us as Pastor Rick closes our series and talks about how we can better choose our battles and focus on what really matters in life. NEXT STEPS:
- I will spend some time this week reflecting on my convictions and preferences with the intent of rightly prioritizing them so that I can keep the essentials primary.
- I will pray daily for a disruptive unity in the Church.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into week five of the "Be the Answer" series.
Jesus gave a vision for an alternative society to the cultural norms that are around us. He prayed for His people to be one, as He and the Father are one, and that our unity would draw people to Himself. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the answer to Jesus’ prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will choose a day or meal to fast this week and ask the Holy Spirit to help me see any lack of holiness regarding any area in my life.
- This week, I will invite several strong Christians to keep me accountable permit them to speak truth into my life.
- Each day, I will pray for disruptive unity.
What happens when political ideology becomes idolatry? Join us as Pastor Rick dives into Jesus’ teaching and how God’s people can flesh out a disruptive unity in a culture of divisiveness.
NEXT STEPS: * I will take captive all ideologies that are not submitted to the obedience of Christ. * I will find someone this week within my faith community and help carry their burden via listening and praying. * I will pray for disruptive unity in a culture of great divisiveness.
Join Pastor Lance as he unpacks what it looks like to be part of a loving and biblical community.
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•I will be intentional about ‘blessing’ people this week by what I say about them. •
I will find a way to use my gift in this community by attending Growth Track.
•I will read and reflect on the ‘family rules’ in Romans 12:9-21.
Jesus gave a vision for an alternative society to the cultural norms that are around us. He prayed for His people to be one, as He and the Father are one, and that our unity would draw people to Himself. Join us as Pastor Rick unpacks this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the answer to Jesus’ prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group and/or a Dream Team.
• This week, I will pray, reflect, and memorize a portion of John 17:20-23.
The storms of life come when we least expect them. Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into John 6, and we learn the key to weathering the storms that come our way.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for Connect Group.
- I will fast and pray this week with the intent of listening for His voice.
Jesus asked one of His disciples an important question. It wasn’t a trick question, but it was a test. Sometimes our circumstances raise a question about our own faith. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into John 6.
- Today, I will join a Connect Group.
- This week, I will sign up and join a Dream Team.
- I am choosing to trust God for _________________ in my life.
Why has the spiritual discipline of fasting become a lost practice amongst believers today? Join Pastor Rick as he explores this subject and brings this timely message.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group.
- This week, I will fast and pray with my church family.
- I will join our church for Worship Night on Sunday.
Join us as Pastor Lance explores what it looks like to fight for what the enemy has stolen.
NEXT STEPS:
•I will memorize Philippians 4:6-7.
•I will attend the Worship Night on Sunday, August 8, at the Old Cheney campus.
Join us in this third week of our At the Movies series, where Pastor Bruce talks about the lessons he learned from the movie "Braveheart".
Next Steps…
- This week, I will begin to ask God to help me be honest and real about my schedule.
- This week, I will re-engage in doing what God has already placed on my heart to do!
- This week, I will be listening for the Holy Spirit to lead me!
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan drills down on the thought, “Lessons I learned from Top Gun.”
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• This week, I will reach out to my neighbor.
• This week, I will reflect on Romans 8:38-39.
Join us as Pastor Steven kicks off our July series, At the Movies!
We all have the capacity to build something extraordinary as God has positioned us to do so in Him. It’s up to us to make sure that what we build in this life not only endures now but also for eternity. You are capable of living set apart for God, not tethered to your situations, people and how they treated you, or your past.
Next Steps:
• I will choose a time each day this week to spend with God, and I will guard that time.
• This week I will read John 18-19.
Have you ever felt distracted and uninspired when the first sounds of a worship service at church begin? Probably so! You are not alone though. Join us for this message, The View from the Nets to discover how when we don’t see Jesus, He still sees us!
Next Steps:
- Today, I am thanking Jesus for interrupting my routine by calling out to me.
- I will do my best to take my devotion to Jesus into my daily routine.
- I am excited about Summer Splash and will invite others to join me next week.
What happens after we die? Join us as Pastor Rick explores what Jesus has to say about the judgment of believers and unbelievers.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I’m asking God to help me fight for perspective and be eternity-minded.
- This week I will purposely be Christ’s witness to my neighbors and invite someone to join me at church.
- I am signing up for baptism orientation and Summer Splash.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the study of the book of John.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week I will spend some time reflecting on John chapter 5 and allow the Holy Spirit to speak to me through the Word.
• This week I will memorize Psalm 10:17.
• This week I will invite my neighbor to church.
Join us this week as pastor Rick talks about the significance of our decision to identify with Christ in water baptism. Why is it such a big deal?
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Today I'm signing up to attend a Summer Splash Baptism Orientation.
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This week I will memorize Matthew 3:17.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathandives into the next passage in the study of the book of John.
NEXT STEPS
- Each day this week, I will focus on being present and available to others as Christ’s representative.
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This week I willinvite my neighbor to church.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives back into the Gospel of John and we look at the refreshing that God wants to bring to humanity.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will spend some alone time reflecting on Scripture and asking the Holy Spirit to spring up within my soul.
- I will memorize John 4:13-14.
- I will embrace the mission of God this week to interact with others and encourage them.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance dives into the next passage in the study of the book of John
Next Steps:
1. I’ve had a small view of God. I trust today that He is in control.
2. I will discover my Spiritual Gifts by attending Growth Track next week.
3. This week, I will memorize 1 Corinthians 4:7.
Join us this week as our guest speaker, Assembly of God General Superintendent, Doug Clay, talks about finding calm in a time of crisis.
Next steps:
•I will memorize Psalm 23.
•No matter what, I will remember that God is in control.
•I would like to serve on a dream team. www.christplace.church/dreamteam
Join us for an Easter message from Pastor Rick. What the cross is to the crucifixion, the empty tomb is to the resurrection. The stone that was rolled away from the tomb was not to let Jesus out but to let us in.
NEXT STEPS:
•I am asking for God’s mercy and embracing a personal relationship with him today.
•The first opportunity I have this week, I will share what Christ has done for me.
•This week, I will invite someone to attend a service with me.
What would you do if you knew that you had only one week to live? Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about Jesus’ last week on earth.
NEXT STEPS:
•I will go out of my way to bring someone with me to Easter at Christ Place. www.christplace.church/easter
•Each day this week, I will reflect on Jesus’ One Week To Live.
•This week, I will pray one hour reflecting on Jesus’ life and love.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about a principle that could help you define and align your heart with God’s.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today I will sign up for the Tithe Challenge at www.christplace.church/tithe.
- This week I will assess my giving and prayerful give everything to God.
- This week I will memorize Psalms 21:1.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan dives into the next passage in the study of the book of John.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week I will dive deeper into the book of John.
- This week I will invite my neighbor to church.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance continues in our series through the Gospel of John where Jesus makes it clear that He is passionate about worship.
Next steps:
•I will attend Growth Track to become a Participator rather than an Observer.
•Each day this week, I will schedule time for worship.
•I will invite a family to attend Easter Eggstravaganza with me.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about the excitement that Jesus brought to His followers’ lives. You never go wrong finding what Jesus is doing and joining Him.
NEXT STEPS:
- I feel like the wine has run out of ______________ and I’m putting my faith in Jesus.
- I will feed my faith by reading and listening to God’s Word.
- Each day this week, I will seize opportunities to do what Jesus says.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about the excitement that Jesus brought to His followers' lives. You never go wrong finding what Jesus is doing and joining Him.
NEXT STEPS:
• I will make next weekend my “Andrew Night” and invite ______ to church with me.
• Today, I will obey the Lord and sign up to be Baptized. www.christplace.church/baptism
• I want to join what Jesus is doing and will ask for more information regarding a Dream Team. www.christplace.church/dreamteam
Join us this week as Pastor Lance dives into the next passage in the series, “A Journey Beyond Belief;” a study of the book of John.
Next steps:
• I’m a Christ Follower who hasn’t been baptized. Today I will sign up for baptism orientation.
• This week I will read the “Gospel of John” Bible reading plan on YouVersion.
• I will invite ___________ to church with me next weekend.
Jesus is the WORD, Jesus is the LIFE and Jesus is the LIGHT of the world. In 2021 to KNOW HIM & MAKE HIM KNOW. It’s unfinished business!
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will join a Connect Group.
- This week I will memorize John 1:1-5.
- I embrace the Mission of God for my life and will begin reading through the Gospel of John.
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Join us this week as Pastor Rick shares his heart for God’s people in 2021. We have some UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
NEXT STEPS:
- I embrace my Unfinished Business to Know Him and Make Him Known.
- Today I will sign up for a Connect Group and/or join a Dream Team.
- I will join you this week in prayer during our 21 Days of Prayer.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about Jacob wrestling with God. God would love for us to get to the end of ourselves before the end of the year. In fact, it’s in the ending that you find the beginning of something transformational.
NEXT STEPS:
- Starting on Monday, January 11, I will take part in the 21 Days of Prayer.
- This week, I will join the 8:30 prayer meeting.
- I will memorize Luke 11:10 before this time next week.
We live in a world of celebrities who are making their mark and leaving their legacies. We tend to think that our lives are not of any real consequence. But even in our failures, Jesus Christ sees purpose and meaning for us and He gently calls us to pursue Him so that our lives will reach their full potential.
Next Steps:
- I will not let my failures be final. I will follow Jesus anyway!
- I will renew my devotion to Jesus in 2021 by connecting more completely to Him and His church.
- I will read scripture and pray with new regularity in this new year.
In Acts 9, the Apostle Paul is radically transformed by Jesus. Join us today as Pastor Ryan breaks down how!
Next Steps:
- I will choose community over isolation by joining a Connect Group or Dream Team.
- Throughout the week, I will ask the Holy Spirit to continue my process of transformation.
- This week, I will memorize Romans 12:2.
Join us today as Pastor Rick talks about the importance of clarity and fixing our focus.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will invite two people to join us for Christmas Eve at Christ Place. www.christplace.church/christmas
• I will focus my passion on Christ and contend for other’s salvation.
Up until now, the Church had experienced opposition from outside its ranks. Join us today as Pastor Rick dives into Acts 6 and we learn how the early Church was empowered with a Holy Grit.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will pray The Lord's Prayer every day this week.
- Each day this week, I will pray for a different person in my church family.
- I will sign up for a Dream Team.
Join us this week as Pastor Johnathan unpacks the thought of opposition for a Christ-follower on a mission.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week I will ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas of my life that I have compromised God’s will.
• This week I will memorize Matthew 24:35.
Join us today as Pastor Rick weighs in on fear and what the fear of the Lord looks like. Why is this subject so difficult for us to talk about and why do we so desperately need this fear in our lives?
NEXT STEPS:
• I will ask God to show me how I may be profaning His presence in my life.
• Today, I am asking God to grow the fear of the Lord in my life.
• This week, I will reflect and meditate on God’s greatness.
Generosity seems so relevant and obscure. The challenge for Christ Followers who want to be more like Jesus is there seems to be no benchmark to know if we are growing in our generosity. Join us as Pastor Rick looks at the early Church’s mindset that changed how they lived.
Join us this weekend with Guest Speaker Reggie Dabbs as he delivers a powerful word: “Everything is going to be Alright.”
Next Steps:
1. This week, I will look for opportunities to put my trust in Christ.
2. I will choose this week to walk in the peace that only comes from Christ.
This week Pastor Rick leans into the tension around the word “repent.” We have a responsibility to not only herald the need for it but also embrace the change from it.
NEXT STEPS:
• I will look for opportunities to share the Gospel this week.
• Each day this week, I will own the change that God wants to bring in my life (my thinking and behavior).
Join us this week as Pastor Rick addresses the hopelessness in the air. Do we really have so little to offer?
NEXT STEPS
• I will pray for our nation at 7:14 in the morning and evening on Monday and Tuesday.
• I will look for opportunities to be used by the Holy Spirit to bring healing.
• I will ask for prayer using my Connection Card. www.christplace.church/cc
Join us this week as our guest speaker, Rod Whitlock, continues our study on the book of Acts.
Next Steps:
- I will memorize Matthew 18:19-20.
- I will live with a Supernatural mindset.
- I will remember that I am on holy ground as I gather with others.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick continues our study in the Book of Acts? Waiting is never easy and it’s even harder in times of uncertainty. What did the early Church do and what does godly leadership look like?
NEXT STEPS:
• I am hungry for His presence and humbly request a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. I will wait on Him and learn to pray.
• Each day this week, I will spend some time in Scripture with the intent of making God’s Word my highest authority.
• I will designate which campus I attend on the digital Connection Card. www.christplace.church/cc
Join us this week as we begin a new study in the Book of Acts. What did God intend for His Church to look like? What is the key to the works and words of Christ continuing? It all started with a commissioning.
NEXT STEPS:
• I am hungry for His presence and humbly request a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. I will wait on Him.
• I will sign up for a Dream Team. christplace.church/dreamteam
• I will designate which campus I attend on the digital Connection Card.
Join Pastor Johnathan as we conclude the series on “What are Earth am I Here For” with our 5th calling; We Are Called to be Sent.”
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will start the conversation (Set the Table) about Jesus with my family and neighbors.
• This week, I will invite someone from my community to come with me to church next weekend.
• This week, I will pray about becoming a Vision Builder.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick looks into the single greatest ambition behind our calling. If you want to fulfill your calling in life and know true fulfillment, it starts with this mindset.
NEXT STEPS
- Today, I will sign up to serve on a Dream Team. www.christplace.church/dreamteam
- Each day this week, I will focus on one specific Christ Follower to affirm and serve.
- I will memorize Philippians 2:3-4.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives deeper into our calling. You can be sure of this: your calling has you running a marathon to maturity.
NEXT STEPS
- Today, I choose to strip away ___________ so I can run this marathon of maturity.
- Each day this week, I will set aside a time and a place to focus on Jesus.
- This week, I will memorize Hebrews 12:1-2.
Join us this week as we explore what the church was designed for, and how you are called to belong.
Next Steps
• Each day this week, I will pray for my pastor and leaders.
• I will memorize Ephesians 2:19.
• I will call or text someone in my church to check in on them.
Join us this week as we look into the love of God. Why is this essential for our faith? Pastor Rick explores the first and most crucial aspect of your calling.
NEXT STEPS:
• I will join and attend a Connect Group this week. www.christplace.church/connect
• Each day this week, I will receive God’s love and spend time worshipping Him.
• This week, I will memorize Romans 6:13 or Ephesians 3:16-18.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick introduces our new series, “What On Earth Am I Here For?”
It’s not an accident that you’re alive during a worldwide pandemic. There specific things you will want to know about your calling.
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I will join or facilitate a Connect Group today. www.christplace.church/connect
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This week I will memorize “I am your Creator. You were in my care even before you were born!” Isaiah 44:2 (CEV)
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I’ll invite someone this week to join me in attending service. www.christplace.church/locations
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This week, I will memorize the Disciple Makers Prayer. www.cadremissionaries.com/manifesto
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Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group or help facilitate one at www.christplace.church/connect.
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This week I will join the Wednesday Prayer Night. www.christplace.church/pray
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about “It’s Not Over Yet” and what that looks like in our world. COVID-19 is not over yet. Social unrest is not over yet. Political rhetoric is not over yet. That’s all true, but God illustrates who gets the last word in a story taken from Acts 27.
NEXT STEPS:
•Today, I will sign up for Saturday’s Disciple Making Experience at www.christplace.church.
•Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group or help facilitate one at www.christplace.church/connect.
•This week I will join the Wednesday Prayer Night.
NEXT STEPS:
-This week, I will pray for our nation and the nation of Colombia.
-I will consider how I can be more generous to help the Kingdom of God advance in Lincoln and around the world.
What do we do when we fail God? As King David reflects, his thoughts reveal the key to surviving the aftermath of our own bad choices; the grace and faithfulness of God. It’s in the rebound of failure where we can resolve to trust in the redemptive power of God even while we deal with the consequences.
NEXT STEPS:
- I have failed God, but I’m rebounding today.
- I struggle to obey God, so this week I will reflect and ask the Holy Spirit why I don’t trust his will for my life.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance talks about the ‘red flags’ we see in David’s life and how they can help us avoid making the same mistakes.
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This week, I will memorize 1 Corinthians 10:13.
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This week, I will be quick to repent as the Holy Spirit brings Sin to light in my life.
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This week, I will give someone permission to be a “Nathan” in my life.
Join us this week as we begin unpacking the journey of the Epic Life of King David.
NEXT STEPS:
- Drill down on the question: How can I walk by faith wrapped in wisdom and not be crippled by fear?
- Dive into the scriptures from the message.
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What area(s) of your life comes to mind when you think of the phrase: “If God started it, He will finish it?” Spend some time in prayer this week committing those areas back into the Lord’s hands.
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Memorize Philippians 1:6, “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.”
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The offended life is not the victorious life. Do you need to forgive yourself, another believer, or even The Church for their human side? It’s only on Christ the solid rock you stand!
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Reminder: When you see the brokenness of our world, Jesus gave you the “towel” to love and serve those around you not to judge and call it quits. (Philippians 2:5-8)
NEXT STEPS
• I will join morning prayer on FB @PastorRickLorimer at 7:14am
• This week I will pray each day Jesus’s words from Matthew 28:37-39
‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.
Join Pastor Johnathan this week as we have a conversation about love - A Heavenly Father’s Love.
NEXT STEP:
- I will commit to sharing my Heavenly Father’s Love with someone this week.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick weighs into a promise that God made over 2,700 years ago and the implications it has for us today.
NEXT STEPS
•This week, I will join one of the 7:14 Prayer Meetings on Facebook.
•Each day this week, I will ask God to miraculously make this the Year of His favor in my life.
•Starting today, I will reach out to someone to talk to.
•This week, I will begin to memorize Isaiah 61:1-4.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about the stories of dark times and how it’s not uncommon to wrestle with some weighty emotions. You are not alone.
NEXT STEPS:
• Each day this week, I will put words to my emotions when I'm in prayer.
• Starting today, I will reach out to someone to talk to.
• This week, I will memorize Hebrews 6:18-19.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about the stories of fear and anxiety that will work against faith and keep you from living out the promises of God.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will sign up to serve during one service.
• This week, I will choose faith over fear.
• I will join @PastorRickLorimer on his Facebook page for CPPRAY714 at 7:14 at least one time this week.
Mother's Day 2020
Join us this week as we celebrate Mother’s Day and hear an encouraging word from our guest speaker, Pastor Laurie Hoyt.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will let a mother know that I am grateful for her.
• This week, I will reach out to someone who may be feeling alone or discouraged.
• This week, I will meditate on the truth that Jesus sees me, feels compassion for me, and has a word for me.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance talks about the impact of the words we speak and the words spoken over us.
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I will reach out to encourage three people this week.
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I will agree with what scripture says about me when I am reminded of painful words from the past.
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Each day this week, I will pray for our world by joining with others at 7:14 in the morning and evening. www.christplace.church/pray714.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about the stories of sickness and Christ’s power to help each of us leverage our priestly role of prayer.
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I receive His commissioning of priesthood and step into my priestly role.
- Each day this week I will pray for our world by joining with others at 7:14 in the morning and evening.
- This week I will sign up for an Online Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about stories of shame and Christ’s power to heal our deepest wounds.
NEXT STEPS:
• I am exposing my shame to God and allowing Him to dispose of it.
• This week, I will talk to someone about the root cause of my shame.
• Each day, I will humble myself and pray for our nation. (2 Chronicles 7:14)
• This week, I will invite someone to join me in watching our Scars Series online.
Join us this week as we celebrate Easter and talk about the story of Jesus’ scars. What can we learn about His scars and implications it brings for the wounds we have suffered?
NEXT STEPS:
- I receive His peace and choose faith over fear during this pandemic, and will join with others to pray for our world.
- As of today, I am asking God to use me and my scars for His glory.
- I gave my life to Jesus today and will fill out a Connection Card.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem the week before His crucifixion and how it can impact our lives today.
NEXT STEPS:
• I purpose to make my mission to praise Him this week amidst the chaos of COVID-19.
• I lay down the garment of (circle one): fear, pride, doubt or __________.
• I will tell others about Christ’s Place by inviting people to join us this Easter weekend online. www.christplace.church/online.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick addresses us getting to know the God that Jesus knows.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will pray the Lord’s Prayer each day this week - morning, noon and night.
- Today, I will learn how to navigate cplace.tv by using it for my Connection Card & Prayer Requests.
- This week, I’m asking God to further my understanding & trust of His Father’s heart.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick addresses our trust in God during these challenging times.
NEXT STEPS…this week I will:
- Go to Scripture. Read what Jesus did. Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God.
- Simply ask God for help. When you least feel like talking to God, Talk to Him about it.
- Spend time in personal worship each day.
- Sign up for the Compassion Response Team at www.christplace.church/updates.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into Ephesians 6 and the warfare that comes with finding our identity in Christ.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will prayerfully suit up in each piece of the armor of God.
- I will memorize Ephesians 6:10-11.
- This week, I will hand out two to three Easter at Christ Place invite cards.
We see divisive behaviors all around us as our differences continue to wreak havoc in our relationships with others. But we are not called to division, but to work towards unity. It’s time to grow up past our petty differences and embrace the oneness to which we’ve been called. So, let’s grow!
NEXT STEPS:
- I will memorize Ephesians 4:15-16.
- This week, I will consider and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to me any stereotypes I live by that may be hindering my personal growth.
- This year, I will challenge myself to learn more about a culture or viewpoint that differs from my own.
NEXT STEPS
- This week, I will reflect on my life before Christ and thank God each day for reconciling me to Himself.
- I’d like more information on the following Dream Team(s): Production, Guest Services, CP Kids, CP Youth.
- Next weekend, I will bring someone to church with me.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance continues in our "NO FILTER" series from the book of Ephesians, looking at what it means to be confident in our salvation.
NEXT STEPS:
• I will memorize Ephesians 2:8. “For it is by grace you have been saved…”
• I will sign up for Growth Track at www.christplace.church/grow.
We can be secure in who we are IN CHRIST. What will you do with this rock-solid core identity of being IN CHRIST?
NEXT STEPS:
• Each day this week, I will reflect on these blessings and thank God for each one.
• I’d like more information on the following Dream Team(s) (circle): Production, Guest Services, CP Kids, CP Youth.
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group (www.christplace.church/connect) or Personal Care Group (www.christplace.church/care).
As a Christian, would you characterize yourself as a sinner or a saint? Join us this week as Pastor Rick kicks off a new series from the book of Ephesians.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick challenges us to be a Vision Builder. It’s not just what vision is; it’s what vision does!
NEXT STEPS:
• I Am a Vision Builder. I commit to work the Plan, while believing God for the Vision amount on my Faith Commitment Card.
• This week, I will sign up to GO on a mission trip. Sign up or get more information at www.christplace.church/missions.
• I will sign up for a Connect Group. Sign up at www.christplace.church/connect.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick shares his Heart for the House in 2020. In a world of battling identities, who does Jesus say you are?
NEXT STEPS:
• I embrace being Jesus’ Disciple in 2020, and each day this week I will recite My Banner is Clear. Go to www.christplace.church.
• I will sign up for a Connect Group. Go to www.christplace.church/connect.
• This week, I will pray for my 2020 Vision Builders Faith Commitment.
This weekend Pastor Johnathan concludes the series on Habits with this thought: “Based on The Who you want to become, what is one habit you need to break?”
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will stop doing: _____________________________________________.
• I will replace the above with this good habit: _____________________________.
• Each day this week, I will use one or several of the models of prayer in the 21 Days Journal. Visit www.christplace.church/21days to download the Digital Journal.
Join us this week as we look at the life of Daniel and Pastor Rick unpacks what it takes to start a new habit. Habits aren’t just the key to accomplishing your 2020 goals. Habits are THE key to becoming who you want to be.
NEXT STEP:
Each day this week, I will do ____________, after/before I _______________.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick begins a new series. Habits aren’t just the key to accomplishing your 2020 goals. Habits are THE key to becoming who you want to be.
NEXT STEPS:
- In ten years, I hope to be: _______________________________________________________
- Each day this week, I will use one or several of the models of prayer in the 21 Days Journal. To download the digital journal, visit www.christplace.church/21days.
- I will try fasting something simple this week, and use that time for reading Scripture and praying. See practical tips at www.christplace.church/21days.
Each year, many of us count the days until Christmas. We have advent calendars and busy schedules filled with special activities. But then, after Christmas is over, we may find ourselves sad and disappointed. In reality, Christmas isn’t an end, but a BEGINNING! Everything changed because of Christmas and God is changing those who come to Him still today!
NEXT STEPS:
- My plans have changed and I am facing unexpected joy, but I will rejoice!
- My plans have changed and I am facing unexpected sorrow, but I will trust Him!
- Jesus, I ask that You let me know You are near to me, whatever the circumstance.
Join us this week as Pastor Lance talks about what you can expect from God on life’s unpredictable journeys.
NEXT STEPS:
-I will memorize James 1:2-4.
-I will begin to replace my “Why” for “What.”
-I will invite two people to Christmas Eve.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick openly talks about the stress of the holiday season and how God has an answer for you.
NEXT STEPS:
- I will daily ask God to help me grow in my awareness of His Presence.
- Each morning this week, I will choose to spend time in God’s Word.
- This week, I will invite 3-5 people to Christmas at Christ Place.
This week we kicked off a new series, Picture Perfect Christmas, and talked about unfulfilled expectations and desires. Pastor Rick walks us through the Gospel of Luke’s account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and how God confronted their disappointments.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will reflect on the unfulfilled expectations in my life that have caused me to doubt God’s plan in my life.
• Each day this week, I will pray, asking God to use me as a culture carrier of life this holiday season.
• I will invite someone to one of the upcoming Christmas services at Christ Place Church.
Join us this week as we Pastor Rick shares his heart for the local church and our opportunity to share the Good News.
NEXT STEPS:
- Each day this week, I will pray for the impact of Vision Builders and our missionaries.
- Today, I will give to the Miracle Offering.
- This week, I will look for opportunities to do for one what I wish that I could do for all.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick wades into the culture of offense and how we can keep a root of bitterness from poisoning our life.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I’m asking God to help me give grace, even as I receive His grace.
• This week, I will memorize Hebrews 12:15 and/or Colossians 3:13.
• I choose to forgive the following person(s):
Join us this week as Pastor Rick dives into Jesus’ discussion with Martha in the gospel of Luke. What does it look like to be fully present?
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I am asking God to help me be fully present with Him first.
• This week, I will take time to reflect on the three questions from the message today: Where are my priorities? What priority is needed? Where am I now?
• This week, I need to practice being fully present in the following relationship(s):
Join us for the second week of our #relationshipgoals series, as guest speaker, Pastor Walt Hooker talks about sex in the context of a healthy, biblical marriage!
NEXT STEPS:
• If you are single, each day for the next five days, write down one reason why you choose to abstain from sexual activities.
• Discuss with your mate, or if single, a friend: “Is your intimate life both physically and spiritually fulfilling?”
• Married couples - What adjustments can you make in your daily routine to steer your lovemaking in a “holy” direction? How can you further fulfill each other’s physical needs?
• I will sign up for a marriage Connect Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about working ON our relationships while being IN them. There are dynamics at play that create tension in each of our relationships. Furthermore, there are blind-spots that keep us stuck in a dysfunctional relationship loop of behaviors and attitudes. Learn what God’s word has to say about this subject.
NEXT STEPS:
• This week, I will memorize and pray Psalms 139:23-24 (NLT), “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”
• I am submitting my relationship goals to God and asking Him to start with me.
• I need to own my responsibility, and repent before God, of how I’ve sinned against him in the following relationship: _______________________________.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick talks about what living a generous life actually looks like. Is it more than a feeling, and how do we know if we are growing in our generosity?
NEXT STEPS:
- I will assess my generosity through the lens of Christ’s generosity toward me.
- This week, I’m asking the Holy Spirit to show me how I can go the extra mile in my relationships.
- This week, I will memorize Proverbs 11:24-25 (NLT) “Give freely and become more wealthy; be stingy and lose everything. The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.”
- I will be generous in my giving, and increase my giving by 1%.
Join us this week as pastor Johnathan talks about the biblical importance of serving together!
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I am asking the Holy Spirit to help me look for ways to serve others.
- This week, I will memorize Ecclesiastes 4:9 (GNT), "Two are better off than one, because together they can work more effectively."
- Today, I will sign up to serve on a Dream Team online at www.christplace.church/dreamteam.
This week Pastor Rick talks about how we can help each other grow in our relationship with Christ. You don’t have to have excelled in school to excel as a student of Christ.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I will find someone at church to encourage.
• This week, I will study or use Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer (S.O.A.P.) on a passage of Scripture from our study guide with at least one other person.
• This week, I will spend daily time praying for people in my Connect Group and/or in our church who are in need.
Join us this week as Pastor Rick introduces the idea to us that we are each Relational Farmers. Every day, we either sow good seed or bad seed into our relationships.
NEXT STEPS:
• Today, I am asking the Holy Spirit to help me be aware of my flesh, and seize opportunities to sow good seeds in my relationships.
• This week, I will memorize Galatians 6:7-10.
• I will invite at least one person to join me in my Connect Group and/or at church.
Church! It elicits all kinds of thoughts. To some it is a building on a corner. To others it speaks of extreme boredom, a blast from our past. We may feel judged by the church or excluded by the church but what if, something amazing happened and we were to be LOVED by God’s church. Jesus didn’t come to build an exclusive club called the church but He gave His life for a church that would be a lifesaving station for people who are drowning in despair. What if the church were to fulfill His intended plan?
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will ask God to open my eyes for opportunities to SHINE.
- This week, I will think through what God has done for me so I can share it with others.
- I believe in what God is doing at Christ Place, and will invite others to join me here.
Join us this week as we Pastor Rick introduces our new series, Better Together. What is the significance of having the right people in your life and why do we need each other?
NEXT STEPS:
- Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
- This week, I will memorize Hebrews 10:24-25.
- Tomorrow I will begin to use Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer (S.O.A.P.) on the verses given in our Study Guide.
Join us this week as we close out our study in the book of Mark and Pastor Rick challenges us to be on mission.
NEXT STEPS
• Each day this week I will meditate on the call, command, and empowerment of the Gospel.
• This week, I will share my faith with at least one person.
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
Join us this week as we close out our study in the book of Mark and Pastor Rick challenges us to experience a surprising hope and faith-filled life.
NEXT STEPS:
• I’m asking God to help me embrace a faith-filled life.
• This week, I will memorize 1 Corinthians 2:9.
• Today, I will sign up for a Connect Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
Join us as we take a closer look at the lessons we can learn from the cross.
NEXT STEPS:
- This week, I will reflect on ways I can allow the Word of God to inform my perspective on my circumstances.
- I will use Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer (S.O.A.P.) in Psalm 22.
God’s promises are great! But sometimes our idea of realizing those promises clashes with God’s. This message considers the conflict that resides when the Kingdom of Heaven clashes with the Kingdom of Man. Which kingdom are you pursuing?
Many of us try to make a difference in our world using a variety of methods. We may be ambassadors for some religion thinking that the answer can be found there. At times we may think we need to march in outrage resisting the power brokers who bring trouble to our world. Some even turn to violence. We may depend on our group of friends to support us and give us a reason for living. At times we turn to political influence in order to restore hope and purpose to our world. But in time we find that only Jesus brings real and lasting hope.
Life is filled with attacks. Attacks on our family, attacks on our finances, attacks on our health, or attacks on our kids. We can begin to feel overwhelmed with all the circumstances. We can begin to believe that we just… can’t… win. We all feel like an overwhelmed underdog from time to time. But when the odds are against you, God is for you!
Join us as Guest Speaker, Pastor Josh Mayo, talks about feeling overwhelmed and defeated, and focuses on the life of King Hezekiah in the Old Testament.
Join us as Guest Speaker, Jeff Grenell, talks about if Job had a Twitter... and what that really means.
Join us this week as pastor Rick talks about what Nacho Libre and Jesus had in common. We dive into Matthew’s Gospel chapter three to understand by water baptism is a big deal to Jesus.
Next Steps:
• Today I’m asking the Lord to help me grow in my self-awareness.
• This week, when I’m feeling distant, I will purposefully draw close to God.
• Each day this week, I will lean into the table of intimacy with Jesus.
Next Steps:
• Identify which of the three characteristics of extravagant worship you can focus on this week: Sacrifice, Generosity, or Vulnerability.
• This week, I will seize opportunities to worship extravagantly.
Next Steps:
• I will make a special effort this week to honor/remember a mom! • As a mom, I will learn to “fear the Lord” this week!
• I will sign up for a Connect Group at www.christplace.church/connect.
Next Steps:
• Today, I choose to forgive ____________.
• I have some scars, but I choose to allow them to heal.
• I will examine my definition of forgiveness to see if it aligns with God’s.
Next Steps:
• Today, I choose to forgive ____________.
• Each day this week, I will reflect on the miracle of mercy.
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This is the final episode of the Deep Dive Podcast. Rick, Josh, and Lance discuss the parable of the sower, and answer some questions. Next week, we will be launching the brand new Rick Lorimer Podcast, with better mics and a new channel. To keep up with any and all information regarding the new podcast and other content from our church, you can follow Christ Place on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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What is the difference between parables and analogies? And how does that effect the way we break down scripture? This week we sit down with Pastor Nathan to talk about John 15 and bearing fruit.
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Learning to love bible study. This week, Rick, Lance, and Josh discuss their views on digging into the word and some of the ways it can be difficult. You can follow Pastor Rick @ricklorimer on Twitter, watch a video of this podcast @ChristPlaceChurch on Facebook, and check out more messages and information at https://christplace.church
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Special guest Pastor Terry Brown joins us this week to talk about his message. We discuss the effects of obedience, disobedience, and when God has use scripture to open our eyes.
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This week we dive deep into the transformative nature of the Bible. What does it mean to know scripture? How does the Bible impact our view of ourselves and the world around us? Why do believers not always have the same worldview?
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Can we trust the Bible? In this inaugural episode of the Deep Dive Podcast with Rick Lorimer, we look at the validity of scripture. Join pastors Rick, Lance, and our host Joshua as they explore truths, share experiences, and wrestle with difficult topics in scripture. Thanks for listening!
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Pastor Rick, Pastor Ryan & Pastor Lance hare the heart of leading a Connect Group at Christ Place Church.
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The early church and believers understood how significant water baptism was and they treated it with the utmost respect. Join us as pastor Rick looks at Acts 8:35-37 and shares about the significance of a believer's baptism.
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How does Jesus prepare His team to be world changers? Join pastor Rick as he explores Mark 3:7-19 and how Jesus begins to set His team up for greatness. What Jesus did then, He still does today.
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Guest speaker, pastor Gary Hoyt, shares how you go through life's darkest valleys. Join us as he unpacks Psalm 23 and relates it to our life.
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We're on the go...building our careers, raising our kids, providing for our home, chasing our dreams, meeting other's expectation. In the midst of our busyness, God provided us with a day to recalibrate and be refreshed. Pastor Rick shares insights from Mark 2:23-3:1-6.
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In Mark 2:18-22 we explore the teaching of Jesus about new wine and new wineskins. God can make us new again!
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In Mark 2:13-17 we learn that no sin is too great and no sinner too far Christ. Join us as pastor Rick unpacks this passage.
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On Mother's Day, guest speaker, pastor Laurie Hoyt shares a power message about weakness from Mark 3:1-5.
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In Mark 1:40-45 we learn Jesus is willing to touch you, He is willing to heal you, He is willing to restore you. Pastor Nathan shares power insights from this passage.
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In Mark 1:29-39, Jesus demonstrates why the Gospel is so special. Pastor Rick shares three reasons why it will never be anything short of amazing for each of us.
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In Mark 1:21-28 we find Jesus confronting a man possessed by demons. Do demons still exist? Can a Christian be possessed? There is a war going on that is always in the backdrop of our human activity…even in church. Join us for a pointed message from pastor Rick
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Death seems to keep so many of us from really living. Death is not limited to our fear of it, or our suffering from it. Death has expanded it's influence through the end of a trusted friendship, the demise of a dream, and the passing of our hope. Jesus came to speak life into the dead places and dead spaces of our life today. Please join the narrative of Easter weekend by letting Jesus be who He is, The Resurrection and Life.
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What happens when our expectations of God are not met? This is exactly what happened following Jesus triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Within seven days He went from hero to criminal. Join us as pastor Rick shares from his own experience.
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After years of having his dream refined God determined that the time had come for Joseph's dream to be realized. Clear applications are made to our dreams, including our finances.
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As Joseph experiences some serious setbacks in his life he may have been tempted to think that his dream had died. But looking back at his story, we can now see that his dream was only being refined. Clear applications are made to our dreams, including our finances.
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When our dreams are stolen from us, we end up serving other’s people’s agendas. When we stop dreaming, we stop pursuing God's best for our life. Join us as pastor Rick opens this series and we learn some power principles from the life of Joseph.
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Whenever Jesus comes down and hangs out with us, it is JUST THE BEGINNING. Pastor Rick shares from Matthew 8:1-4 about interruptible and intentional life of Jesus.
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What does dodge ball have to do with Mark 1:14-20? Somebody has to pick the teams, and for some of us that doesn't bring fond memories. Pastor Rick helps us see that Jesus' criteria for His team is quite different than our world.
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Pastor Terry creatively looks at Jesus' temptations in the wilderness found in Mark 1:12-13. What happens when your life gets crazier? Jesus' response gives each of us hope.
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At some point in life we will each pass through a wilderness, but in Mark 1:1-11, we see people purposely going there. Pastor Rick unpacks this passage and explores what God may be asking each of us to consider.
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Good News seems relevant based on your circumstances or where you land on certain issues. But what if I could tell you there is some GOOD NEWS that doesn’t have a down side? Join us as Pastor Rick opens up our series on the Book of Mark.
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We need more purple cows. Join us as pastor Rick shares his vision for 2017.
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We’re never fully ready for what God wants to do in us and through us. Join us as pastor Rick shares how having The Best Year Ever is less about your readiness and more about your willingness.
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We all come to places in our life when we wish we could get a fresh start. Our past need not haunt us and determine the rest of our lives. FRESH STARTS is about the man known as Saul who faced an opportunity for a fresh start and his obedience was a world changer!
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It's all too easy to hurt and just move on. Unfortunately hurt has a way of going deep. If left unchecked it will rob you of joy and happiness. Pastor Rick shares how important it is we not let this Grinch into our HooVille.
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Christmas should be a time of joy and peace, but unfortunately there lurches a Grinch within each of us that would rob us of the blessings of this season. It's normal to be concerned and even to have some fear, but what happens when fear grows up to be anxiety. Join Pastor Rick as he addresses the Grinch of anxiety.
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Is marriage a contract or a convenant? And if it's one vurses the other, what's the difference. Pastor Nathan talks about the difference and gives us the key to a healthy marriage.
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Why have we become so entitled to easy? When two people are working at winning the heart of the other, the relationship goes to another level. Pastor Rick gets real about love and the choices love is willing to make.
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There are some major misconceptions of love and marriage. If not addressed they will lead to heartbreak and years of regret. Join us as Pastor Rick talks about three intrinsic vows that are key for a marriage to not merely survive but thrive.
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Contentment is not the fulfillment of what you want but the realization of what you already have. Pastor Rick shares how God delights in taking our ordinary and making it extraordinary. When we do what only we can do, God does what only God can do.
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Generosity is just for the few. It's for you. Join us as Pastor Rick openly talks about being a people who sacrifice what they love for what they love more.
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We serve a big God and will not dishonor him with small faith or small thinkings. God never intended for your faith to remain stagnated or minimized. Join us as Pastor Bruce shares how you too can make bold moves in Christ.
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As Christ Followers we must embrace the tension between what is ideal and what is for real. Listen in as Pastor Lance shares how growing in Jesus cannot be a luxury; it's a necessity.
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Why do most churches in America look the same and how do reach people who know one else is reaching? Pastor Rick shares why Christ Place exists for those who are not here yet.
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Some people aren't better together. Listen in as Pastor Jesse shares why we love doing life together.
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How can two churches have the same doctrine but feel competely different? Culture trumps just about everything. Here at Christ Place we are ALL FOR CHRIST. Join us as pastor Rick explores how we flesh this out in our church and community.
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What is the Church and more specifically what is Christ Place all about? Join us as Rick Lorimer shares his heart and reveals our new logo.
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Marriage proposals seem to be getting more creative each year, but few beat Ruth's proposal to Boaz. Join us as we look at the character and response of one of the most intriguing personalities in the Bible. Everyone has a history, but why not turn yours into a legacy.
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Does God really want to bless your life? Could it be that He is working behind the scenes on your behalf? Join us as we talk about the miracle that we all too often call coincidence.
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Has God deserted you? Have you ever made a decision that you regret? It's never too late to make the right decision.
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Communion
Pastor Nathan shares a message on the Passover that is a game changer on your view of communion.
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Freed People
Pastor Rick closes our series talking about how freed people free people. Common moments become God moments when people matter.
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Life in the Kingdom
“‘It is what it is’ doesn’t have to be what it always is.” The Holy Spirit delights in bringing the right kind of change in the right kind of way. Join us as Pastor Rick talks about the transformation that takes place in a Christ Follower's life.
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Hearing God
The power of hearing God’s voice changes you! How do you know its God and not just wishful thinking? Pastor Rick shares some practical insights so you can grow in your hearing and know for yourself that He's talking to you.
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The Kingdom of God
Freedom means living the Kingdom life where God not only changes everything about our lives, but He changes our source of life! Listen in as Pastor Lance shares this powerful message.
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Levels of Change
Change is never easy, but it can be easier. Join us as Pastor Rick illustrates Jesus' process for change. It may surprise you!
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Kingdom Parable: A Time to Soar
Freedom is not the absence of something, but the presence of someone. Misunderstanding will rob us of the life that God intended for us. Pastor Rick opens up our series and invites us to embrace who we are in Christ.
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Live on Purpose
Join us as pastor Rick unpacks his heart for 2016. Let's get the house ready for more guests!
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Purposed for God's People
People are the only thing that we encounter on earth that are ETERNAL. In part 2 of PURPOSE we will look at the value of CONNECTING with God's People.
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Purposed for His Presence
Far too many people have forgotten what it feels like to live life with a sense of fulfillment. Pastor Rick opens up our mini-series talking about he key to finding our purpose.
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S.O.A.P.
So many people aren't sure where to start when they read the Bible and still others are intimated. Join us as Pastor Nathan unpacks a powerful and practical reading plan.
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Come See What God Has Done
All too often we disqualify ourselves from sharing Jesus and assume it's best left with the professionals. Join us as Pastor Terry Addresses our concerns and empowers each of us.
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A Christmas Carol - Christmas Eve
Join us as we celebrate the greatest gift that we have ever been offered.
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Hope for the Future
Hope doesn't have to be wishful thinking. Join us as Pastor Rick illustrates why God wants His favor to rest on you.
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Peace for Today
Can there be peace amidst crisis and conflict? As tensions rise around the world, join us as Pastor Rick addresses a practical and needed solution.
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Healing for the Past
Christmas can be hard on so many because of the mental images and emotions associated with this season. More times than not we try to get past our past, but what if there was a better way? Join Pastor Rick as he introduces this new series.
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The Gift of Conflict
While conflict can be difficult, God uses it to help us grow. Listen as guest speaker Pastor Rod Whitlock teaches about the benefits of healthy conflict in our relationships.
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The Art of Communication
Communication effects every area of every relationship we have. Listen in as Pastor Nathan talks about the power of our words and the value of listening well.
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Three Ingredients to a Healthy Marriage
Our physical body reflects our soul, and God never intended for us to segregate this from our marriage. Guest speaker Rod Whitlock uses humor and personal stories to talk frankly about marital intimacy, intentionality and spirituality.
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Learning To Love
Understandably, there is an increasing wariness and pessimism about marriage. Obviously, marriage doesn’t happen automatically for there is nothing is easy about love. Pastor Rick kicks off the series focusing on the ONE skill every marriage must learn if they are to be healthy and happy.
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"I did not come to bring peace, but a sword"
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"I Will Spit You Out of My Mouth"
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"Turn The Other Cheek"
In week four of the "Hard Sayings of Jesus" series, Pastor Terry explores the instruction of Jesus to "turn the other cheek." Was Jesus teaching pacifism? How did Jesus respond when put in this same situation? What does that have to do with how we respond to conflict today?
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"Let The Dead Bury The Dead."
In week three of the "Hard Sayings of Jesus" series, Pastor Rick shares a message seeking to answer the question "when is the right time to follow Jesus?"
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"Eat My Flesh & Drink My Blood"
In week one of this series, Pastor Rick breaks apart the controversial instruction that Jesus made to His disciples when he said "Eat my flesh and drink my blood." Is Jesus encouraging cannibalism? Or was he talking about something more profound? And what does this have to do with our lives today?
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In week four of the "You Asked For It" series, Pastor Nathan shares a message answering some of the most common questions we have about the Bible. Is it the word of God? Is it Trustworthy?
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In week three of the "You Asked For It" series, Pastor Rick poses some of the toughest questions that our congregation submitted to a panel of three of our staff pastors to answer.
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In week two of the "You Asked For It" series, Pastor Rick shares a message about spiritual warfare and the role that it plays in our lives as Christ followers.
"Greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world."
"It's not so much that you are where God is, as God is where you are."
In week one of the "You Asked For It" series, Pastor Rick shares a message that addresses the question of "Do I let my view of relationships and sexuality affect my view of scripture, or do I let my view of scripture affect my view on relationships and sexuality?"
In the final week of the LEGACY series, Dr. Brad Riddle shares a message titled "MOVE OUT."
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In week 3 of the LEGACY series, Pastor Dave Argue, the founding pastor of Christ's Place shares a message on the Legacy of a Dream.
For week 2 of the LEGACY series, special guest speaker Dr. George Wood, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God shares a message titled "An Apostle's Prayer for Christ's Place."
In the first week of the LEGACY series, Pastor Rick share a message entitled "Honor Up" about showing honor to God and the people who came before us.
Pastor Rick shares a message about baptism as part of our Summer Splash Weekend.
This year at Summer Splash, 116 people took the next step in their relationship with God by being baptized. See their stories at www.cplace.org/i-am-changed
in week 3 of the "i am | CHANGED" series, Pastor Lance shares a message about the ongoing change that takes place in our new life with Jesus.
Week 2 of the "i am | CHANGED" series. Pastor Rick share a message about our new identity in Christ.
"It is WHOSE you are that determines WHO you are."
Week 1 of the "i am | CHANGED" series. Pastor Terry shares a message about the relationship between body, soul and spirit when Jesus becomes Lord of our lives.
Guest Speaker Bruce Ridpath, missionary to Columbia, shares a message titled "The Kingdom Is Going Forward By His Spirit."
Week 3 of the "One Hit Wonders" series by Pastor Jesse Norman
"If you aren't fishing, are you really following?"
In week 2 of the "One Hit Wonders" series, Pastor Rick shares a message about worship that elevates God above everything else in our lives.
Week one of the "One Hit Wonders" series. Pastor Terry shares a message about hearing God speak to us.
"We often listen for God in a moment, but He speaks through a relationship."
A message on compassion by Pastor Rick Lorimer.
"Compassion is emotion in motion."
My Response Today:
1. Each day this week I will pray for the foster care and adoptive parents in my community.
2. I will prayerfully consider volunteering my time at one of our Compassion and/or Love Lincoln ministry partners.
3. I will begin to faithfully give to 10,000 Reasons each month.
Guest Speaker Rod Whitlock shares a message titled "An Instagram of God's Love"
"God doesn't forget you… but he does forget your sin."
My Response Today:
- Instagram (or other social media) a few verses sharing God's love.
- Get a Tattoo - write the names of loved ones on your hands for a day and pray for them each time you see their names.
- Look at God's palms - Meditate on God's love. Take this week to make a list of ways he has shown his love to you.
Week 4 in the series "Lies Christians Believe."
"Jesus either resolves your issue or He changes your perspective."
In the third message in the "Lies Christians Believe" series, Pastor Lance exposes the lie that "God won't give me more than I can handle."
"Don't allow the CHAOS of life to lead you to doubt the CLOSENESS of Jesus."
"When it is too hard for you, it is not too hard for Jesus."
In week two of the "Lies Christians Believe" series, Pastor Jesse share how church is not optional, it is pivotal.
"Church is our response to the Gospel."
Pastor Rick shares the first message of the "Lies Christians Believe" series titled "Some Sins Are Worse Than Others: at least I'm not an axe murderer."
"The worst sin is the one you're in"
"Place your confidence in your SAVIOR not your BEHAVIOR"
Pastor Rick shares a message titled "God Did It."
What God did for everyone, He would have done for just one.
Pastor Rick shares about the graveclothes, the things in our lives that need to come off after Jesus gives us new life.
"Jesus never leaves you where he found you."
Pastor Jesse shares about how just because you are in the crowd does not mean that you are a follower.
Pastor Rick shares how our relationship with money affects our relationship with God.
"God wants you to have money. He just doesn't want money to have you."
Pastor Terry shares how giving our first fruits to God sets us up for success in the area of finances
Pastor Rick shares a message about servant leadership and the need to "get low" to serve other with our leaders an volunteers at our Inspire Night.
Vision Weekend: The Best Is Yet To Come
Pastor Rick shares vision for Christ's Place Church in 2015.
"I see a church that celebrates its past, but is more loyal to its future."
Guest speaker Brian Somerville from Cornerstone Church in Derry, Ireland shares a message about building momentum for the mission Jesus calls us to.
Pastor Danette shares how friendship builds the foundation for romance, not the other way around.
Destinations: Getting Where You Need To Be In 2015
In life, it is our direction, not our intentions, that determine our destination.
Destinations: Getting Where You Need To Be In 2015
In life, it is our direction, not our intentions, that determine our destination.
Destinations: Getting Where You Need To Be In 2015
In life, it is our direction, not our intentions, that determine our destination.
Destinations: Getting Where You Need To Be In 2015
In life, it is our direction, not our intentions, that determine our destination.
Destinations: Getting Where You Need To Be In 2015
In life, it is our direction, not our intentions, that determine our destination.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
For many of us, a foundation for faith, what we believe about God and religion was built during our childhood as a set of beliefs handed to us by a parent, a teacher, or a pastor. For many, that foundation was not made our own, and as we grew, life circumstances and experiences chipped away or cracked the foundation. In this series, we want to rebuild a foundation of faith – one that can stand against the pressures and storms of life, one that you can build your life upon.
My Response Today:
-I am asking God to expose any cracks in my spiritual foundation and help me address any gaps from my childhood.
-I repent (change of mind) for assuming God is uninterested in me knowing Him.
-Each day this week, I will invite the Holy Spirit to help me grow in my understanding of Jesus.
-I’d like to hear more about Jesus.
Pastor Rick Lorimer gives an Easter Weekend message out of John 3.
My Response Today...
-I prayed that prayer because I was far from God and I want to know Jesus personally.
-I needed this reminder to trust in CHrist and celebrate being alive in Him.
-This week I will tell at least oner person what God is doing in me. I Won't be silent.
My Response Today...
-I will prioritize daily time with God this week and read the devotional provided by CP.
-I am asking God for a defining moment this week.
-I will invite at least one person to Easter at Christ's Place.
My Response Today...
-I will contribute by inviting someone to Eggstravaganza and/or Easter.
-I will contribute my time and abilities by serving at Christ's Place.
-I will contribute by taking The 90 Day Tithe Challenge.
My Response Today...
-I will connect with others by choosing to trust.
-Each day this week, I will practice loving others by confronting the gaps that erode our relationship.
-Pray for me as I want to identify my own gaps in trustworthiness.
-I will invite others to join us for our Easter Celebration.
My Response Today...
-I will create a culture of celebration in my life.
-Each day this week, I will take time to recall His goodness. (Follow CP on Twitter & Facebook for things to celebrate about God 3x per day.)
-Pray for me. I'm in a difficult time and struggling to trust him.
-I will invite others to join us for our Easter Celebration.
n Matthew 19, Jesus continues to raise the bar and challenge established norms. Our rules, politics, and experiences don't change what God intended for His creation. The New Normal Jesus unpacks is initially shocking, but always refreshing, and ultimately the most rewarding way to live!
My Response Today...
-Every day this week, I will ask the question, "What must I do to be more like Jesus?" And be willing to step up.
-I choose to believe God wants more for me than He wants from me.
-I will not let my greatest fear ruin my greatest triumph.
In Matthew 19, Jesus continues to raise the bar and challenge established norms. Our rules, politics, and experiences don't change what God intended for His creation. The New Normal Jesus unpacks is initially shocking, but always refreshing, and ultimately the most rewarding way to live!
My Response Today...
-I accept Jesus' New Normal and will pray each day this week for the kids in our community.
-I am a parent and I will accept responsibility for my child's spiritual growth and connect them to community at CP.
-I want to volunteer with CPkids or CPyouth.
-I will attend Safe Families training this Saturday at CP.
In Matthew 19, Jesus continues to raise the bar and challenge established norms. Our rules, politics, and experiences don't change what God intended for His creation. The New Normal Jesus unpacks is initially shocking, but always refreshing, and ultimately the most rewarding way to live!
My Response Today...
-I choose to embrace Jesus' New Normal for marriage.
-I really haven't owned my brokenness in past relationships. Today I confess my sin and lean into His grace.
-Please pray for me. I need God's grace to navigate His New Normal for my life.
Pastor Lance Riley gives the final message in our series, The House Rules, based out of Matthew 18.
Pastor Rick Lorimer gives the third message in our series, The House Rules, based out of Matthew 18.
Pastor Terry Brown gives the second message in our series, The House Rules, based out of Matthew 18.
Pastor Rick Lorimer gives the first message in our series, The House Rules, based out of Matthew 18.
Christmas is filled with nostalgia, nativity scenes and lights. Yet beneath the cultural veneer lays a scandal of incomparable proportion. A scandal that, if embraced, can make this your most beautiful Christmas ever!
Christmas is filled with nostalgia, nativity scenes and lights. Yet beneath the cultural veneer lays a scandal of incomparable proportion. A scandal that, if embraced, can make this your most beautiful Christmas ever!
Christmas is filled with nostalgia, nativity scenes and lights. Yet beneath the cultural veneer lays a scandal of incomparable proportion. A scandal that, if embraced, can make this your most beautiful Christmas ever!
Livin' High on the Hog is a phrase that means "to live in great comfort or in luxury." This series is dedicated to us feeling rich and learning how to act when we are rich.
Livin' High on the Hog is a phrase that means "to live in great comfort or in luxury." This series is dedicated to us feeling rich and learning how to act when we are rich.
Livin' High on the Hog is a phrase that means "to live in great comfort or in luxury." This series is dedicated to us feeling rich and learning how to act when we are rich.
The Holy Spirit is a great mystery. Though invisible, he wants to be known. No matter how much of a mystery He seems, we do know this – Jesus was very comfortable talking about the Holy Spirit. This series explores what Jesus says about who the Holy Spirit is, how he works and the power he brings.
The Holy Spirit is a great mystery. Though invisible, he wants to be known. No matter how much of a mystery He seems, we do know this – Jesus was very comfortable talking about the Holy Spirit. This series explores what Jesus says about who the Holy Spirit is, how he works and the power he brings.
The Holy Spirit is a great mystery. Though invisible, he wants to be known. No matter how much of a mystery He seems, we do know this – Jesus was very comfortable talking about the Holy Spirit. This series explores what Jesus says about who the Holy Spirit is, how he works and the power he brings.
The Holy Spirit is a great mystery. Though invisible, he wants to be known. No matter how much of a mystery He seems, we do know this – Jesus was very comfortable talking about the Holy Spirit. This series explores what Jesus says about who the Holy Spirit is, how he works and the power he brings.
Sometimes we feel small, like what we could do alone isn’t big enough to matter. But God can use small faith when you believe for greater things. Your faith, your prayer and your giving can have an exponential impact as we see communities transformed and unreached people come to know the love of Jesus.
Sometimes we feel small, like what we could do alone isn’t big enough to matter. But God can use small faith when you believe for greater things. Your faith, your prayer and your giving can have an exponential impact as we see communities transformed and unreached people come to know the love of Jesus.
What does an ideal family look like? Let’s face it; what really goes on behinds the scene of any family is far from perfect. In this series we will look at how we can close the gap that exists between the ideal and the real in your family. Striving for an ideal family is for real.
What does an ideal family look like? Let’s face it; what really goes on behinds the scene of any family is far from perfect. In this series we will look at how we can close the gap that exists between the ideal and the real in your family. Striving for an ideal family is for real.
What does an ideal family look like? Let’s face it; what really goes on behinds the scene of any family is far from perfect. In this series we will look at how we can close the gap that exists between the ideal and the real in your family. Striving for an ideal family is for real.
What does an ideal family look like? Let’s face it; what really goes on behinds the scene of any family is far from perfect. In this series we will look at how we can close the gap that exists between the ideal and the real in your family. Striving for an ideal family is for real.
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
If you've ever driven a car stuck in one gear, you know how annoying it is, but also how hard it is on the soul of your car, the engine. Some of us have become acclimated to living our lives in one gear. It’s time to shift.
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, shock, inspire, and move you to tears. This series will bring you all the action, adventure, excitement and suspense of the movies!
Guest Speaker, Pastor Rod Whitlock, gives a message out of Ephesians 1 on the power of words.
This weekend is "Summer Splash", in which 95 people acknowledged their Life Change and chose to be baptized. In this brief message Pastor Rick describes the importance of baptism in a believer's life as he prepares for the celebration.
If you've ever driven a car stuck in one gear, you know how annoying it is, but also how hard it is on the soul of your car, the engine. Some of us have become acclimated to living our lives in one gear. It’s time to shift.
If you've ever driven a car stuck in one gear, you know how annoying it is, but also how hard it is on the soul of your car, the engine. Some of us have become acclimated to living our lives in one gear. It’s time to shift.
If you've ever driven a car stuck in one gear, you know how annoying it is, but also how hard it is on the soul of your car, the engine. Some of us have become acclimated to living our lives in one gear. It’s time to shift.
If you've ever driven a car stuck in one gear, you know how annoying it is, but also how hard it is on the soul of your car, the engine. Some of us have become acclimated to living our lives in one gear. It’s time to shift.
We pick up this series in Matthew chapter 17. Over the previous two years Jesus' disciples had witnessed first hand His teachings, watched him play with children, love the unlovely and miraculously heal the sick. They had seen him weather resistance from the religious elite who detested Him. The general sentiment among Jesus' followers was that He was the long awaited Messiah and the rightful King of Israel. But they still weren't getting it. They needed a reality check.
We pick up this series in Matthew chapter 17. Over the previous two years Jesus' disciples had witnessed first hand His teachings, watched him play with children, love the unlovely and miraculously heal the sick. They had seen him weather resistance from the religious elite who detested Him. The general sentiment among Jesus' followers was that He was the long awaited Messiah and the rightful King of Israel. But they still weren't getting it. They needed a reality check.
We pick up this series in Matthew chapter 17. Over the previous two years Jesus' disciples had witnessed first hand His teachings, watched him play with children, love the unlovely and miraculously heal the sick. They had seen him weather resistance from the religious elite who detested Him. The general sentiment among Jesus' followers was that He was the long awaited Messiah and the rightful King of Israel. But they still weren't getting it. They needed a reality check.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
We are all broken, but there is beauty in our brokenness. Because it is in our sin, in the mess of our lives, that God encounters, forgives and restores us. For He is the God of the broken, telling us who we are, not who we once were.
One of greatest tragedies of Christianity is the perception that church is boring. God is alive and moving in the local church. Do you love what God is doing in your church? Join us as we celebrate life change.
One of greatest tragedies of Christianity is the perception that church is boring. God is alive and moving in the local church. Do you love what God is doing in your church? Join us as we celebrate life change.
One of greatest tragedies of Christianity is the perception that church is boring. God is alive and moving in the local church. Do you love what God is doing in your church? Join us as we celebrate life change.
One of greatest tragedies of Christianity is the perception that church is boring. God is alive and moving in the local church. Do you love what God is doing in your church? Join us as we celebrate life change.
Have you ever had an experiences where you knew your life was over? A moment in time when you lose control of your circumstances, everything seems to happen too fast, and yet it slows enough for you to face that this could be your last moments on planet earth. We want to cling to life while Jesus says to really know life you must be willing to give it up. Something amazing happens when you let go and give God your all.
Have you ever felt like something’s missing? Many people live life and never discover they’re missing the one thing that brings significance. It’s possible to be connected to Jesus and yet not fulfill His purposes. Imagine a people who love the lost and live like the found.
Have you ever felt like something’s missing? Many people live life and never discover they’re missing the one thing that brings significance. It’s possible to be connected to Jesus and yet not fulfill His purposes. Imagine a people who love the lost and live like the found.
Have you ever felt like something’s missing? Many people live life and never discover they’re missing the one thing that brings significance. It’s possible to be connected to Jesus and yet not fulfill His purposes. Imagine a people who love the lost and live like the found.
Have you ever felt like something’s missing? Many people live life and never discover they’re missing the one thing that brings significance. It’s possible to be connected to Jesus and yet not fulfill His purposes. Imagine a people who love the lost and live like the found.
Return to a simpler time and recall the excitement, wonder and awe as you experience the remarkable stories of Christmas. It’s the season to believe!
Return to a simpler time and recall the excitement, wonder and awe as you experience the remarkable stories of Christmas. It’s the season to believe!
Return to a simpler time and recall the excitement, wonder and awe as you experience the remarkable stories of Christmas. It’s the season to believe!
Return to a simpler time and recall the excitement, wonder and awe as you experience the remarkable stories of Christmas. It’s the season to believe!
Return to a simpler time and recall the excitement, wonder and awe as you experience the remarkable stories of Christmas. It’s the season to believe!
Pastor Rick Lorimer begins our new series, One Savior, by discussing what it looks like to trust in God.
One Savior, One Story, One Mission
We live in a world that faces brokenness, poverty, loss, tragedy and adversity. But, God is writing a beautiful story that ends in love, bringing redemption to a broken world. What part will you play in God’s one mission? You have a story to write.
Week 2 Speaker: Wayne Tesch
Wayne Tesch is the founder of Royal Family Kids Camps. He served as a pastor on staff at a church in California for 18 years and while there, was challenged with the opportunity to develop a program for some of the most severely abused children in their community. These week-long summer camps became known as Royal Family Kids’ Camps. Royal Family Kids’ Camps has grown to a network of camps sponsored by churches in 26 denominations and spans 36 states and 5 foreign countries.
We live in a world that faces brokenness, poverty, loss, tragedy and adversity. But, God is writing a beautiful story that ends in love, bringing redemption to a broken world. What part will you play in God’s one mission? You have a story to write.
Speaker: Dwain Jones
Dwain Jones has a passion for helping people become involved in reaching the hurting of our world for Jesus Christ. He currently represents Calcutta Mercy Ministries, a ministry based in India that serves both the spiritual and physical needs of people, including schools, nursing training, and feeding programs.
Sparks fly, emotions run high and you’ve got that dreamy look in your eye. Love is in the air!
But, once the honeymoon is over, how do you keep your relationship alive? What does it take to live a beautiful love song? Is love really all you need? In this series take a look at love from different perspectives and get answers to your difficult questions about relationships with the opposite sex.
Sparks fly, emotions run high and you’ve got that dreamy look in your eye. Love is in the air!
But, once the honeymoon is over, how do you keep your relationship alive? What does it take to live a beautiful love song? Is love really all you need? In this series take a look at love from different perspectives and get answers to your difficult questions about relationships with the opposite sex.
Sparks fly, emotions run high and you’ve got that dreamy look in your eye. Love is in the air!
But, once the honeymoon is over, how do you keep your relationship alive? What does it take to live a beautiful love song? Is love really all you need? In this series take a look at love from different perspectives and get answers to your difficult questions about relationships with the opposite sex.
Sparks fly, emotions run high and you’ve got that dreamy look in your eye. Love is in the air!
But, once the honeymoon is over, how do you keep your relationship alive? What does it take to live a beautiful love song? Is love really all you need? In this series take a look at love from different perspectives and get answers to your difficult questions about relationships with the opposite sex.
"The Fall"
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, move you to tears, and double you over with laughter! This series will bring all the romance, comedy, action, horror and drama of the movies.
"Do They Know You?"
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, move you to tears, and double you over with laughter! This series will bring all the romance, comedy, action, horror and drama of the movies.
"Relative Comedy"
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, move you to tears, and double you over with laughter! This series will bring all the romance, comedy, action, horror and drama of the movies.
"Fight or Flight"
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, move you to tears, and double you over with laughter! This series will bring all the romance, comedy, action, horror and drama of the movies.
"Love Has a Price"
This series promises to tell stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, move you to tears, and double you over with laughter! This series will bring all the romance, comedy, action, horror and drama of the movies.
Leading up to Summer Splash, Pastor Rick Lorimer speaks on why baptism is an important step for every follower of Christ to take. "If it's important to Christ, it's important to me."
In chapter 15 of Matthew, we see the ever-growing estrangement between Jesus and the religious elite of his day. The haters had already determined they would do what ever was necessary to eliminate Him. So, there was urgency in the air for Jesus to help His followers understand His mission and teachings. For close to two years they heard him teach and preach. And yet they still had trouble breaking free from their religious traditions and legalism. They had yet separated themselves from their myopic cultural view of themselves and their mission.
It’s not enough to be along for the ride, Jesus wants His followers to understand His Word and apply it to their lives. There was so much at risk. It’s time they get it. Welcome to our new series: Do you get it?
In chapter 15 of Matthew, we see the ever-growing estrangement between Jesus and the religious elite of his day. The haters had already determined they would do what ever was necessary to eliminate Him. So, there was urgency in the air for Jesus to help His followers understand His mission and teachings. For close to two years they heard him teach and preach. And yet they still had trouble breaking free from their religious traditions and legalism. They had yet separated themselves from their myopic cultural view of themselves and their mission.
It’s not enough to be along for the ride, Jesus wants His followers to understand His Word and apply it to their lives. There was so much at risk. It’s time they get it. Welcome to our new series: Do you get it?
In chapter 15 of Matthew, we see the ever-growing estrangement between Jesus and the religious elite of his day. The haters had already determined they would do what ever was necessary to eliminate Him. So, there was urgency in the air for Jesus to help His followers understand His mission and teachings. For close to two years they heard him teach and preach. And yet they still had trouble breaking free from their religious traditions and legalism. They had yet separated themselves from their myopic cultural view of themselves and their mission.
It’s not enough to be along for the ride, Jesus wants His followers to understand His Word and apply it to their lives. There was so much at risk. It’s time they get it. Welcome to our new series: Do you get it?
In chapter 15 of Matthew, we see the ever-growing estrangement between Jesus and the religious elite of his day. The haters had already determined they would do what ever was necessary to eliminate Him. So, there was urgency in the air for Jesus to help His followers understand His mission and teachings. For close to two years they heard him teach and preach. And yet they still had trouble breaking free from their religious traditions and legalism. They had yet separated themselves from their myopic cultural view of themselves and their mission.
It’s not enough to be along for the ride, Jesus wants His followers to understand His Word and apply it to their lives. There was so much at risk. It’s time they get it. Welcome to our new series: Do you get it?
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
Nebraska District Council of the Assemblies of God gathered at Christ's Place with Guest Speaker, Tim Delina.
Nebraska District Council of the Assemblies of God gathered at Christ's Place with Guest Speaker, Tim Delina.
Nebraska District Council of the Assemblies of God gathered at Christ's Place with Guest Speaker, Tim Delina.
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
All scars tell a story… stories of wounds suffered. Some of them outside, some inside. Our individual scars tell the story of our lives, stories of pain and brokenness. But there are scars that tell a very different story. God’s scars tell a story of forgiveness and healing. And for all eternity his scars will continue to tell a story of God’s unending love.
When you are compelled by God’s love, you become one of the most motivated people on this planet. So look out, we’re going to love Lincoln and surrounding area like never before. Why? Because we are compelled by Christ’s love.
When you are compelled by God’s love, you become one of the most motivated people on this planet. So look out, we’re going to love Lincoln and surrounding area like never before. Why? Because we are compelled by Christ’s love.
When you are compelled by God’s love, you become one of the most motivated people on this planet. So look out, we’re going to love Lincoln and surrounding area like never before. Why? Because we are compelled by Christ’s love.
When you are compelled by God’s love, you become one of the most motivated people on this planet. So look out, we’re going to love Lincoln and surrounding area like never before. Why? Because we are compelled by Christ’s love.
When you are compelled by God’s love, you become one of the most motivated people on this planet. So look out, we’re going to love Lincoln and surrounding area like never before. Why? Because we are compelled by Christ’s love.
What Faith Can Do
A series in Matthew 14
Faith thrives when given an opportunity to persist and act upon what we believe about God. Faith can grow stronger or faith can become weaker, changing with each situation. Ultimately the fate of your faith resides with you. Why not make 2012 a year of growing your faith and joining a storyline adventure? That’s what FAITH can do.
What Faith Can Do
A series in Matthew 14
Faith thrives when given an opportunity to persist and act upon what we believe about God. Faith can grow stronger or faith can become weaker, changing with each situation. Ultimately the fate of your faith resides with you. Why not make 2012 a year of growing your faith and joining a storyline adventure? That’s what FAITH can do.
What Faith Can Do
A series in Matthew 14
Faith thrives when given an opportunity to persist and act upon what we believe about God. Faith can grow stronger or faith can become weaker, changing with each situation. Ultimately the fate of your faith resides with you. Why not make 2012 a year of growing your faith and joining a storyline adventure? That’s what FAITH can do.
Join Pastor Nathan Kroll as he presents the second part to a message called Hope Received.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
Hope Revealed
No matter what you are facing this year, Christmas can be a season of hope. Join us for Hope Revealed and experience the unveiling of heaven’s greatest gift. Our Christmas series will take place each weekend in December. Every week you’ll experience the sights and sounds of Christmas through beautiful music and messages from Pastor Rick. Plus, we have special services coming up in December.
n Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
In Matthew 13 Jesus begins describing the Kingdom of Heaven in mysterious, short stories. What in the world does God’s kingdom look like? When will it come? And why the secrecy in his story-telling? This kingdom Jesus is talking about is unlike anything his audience has heard. Are Jesus’ parables simply fables or could they be more…..?
Guest Speaker, Chris Sonksen, lead pastor at SouthHills Church in Corona, California, challenges us to allow the dreams we once had to fill our lives again.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Sex-Ed: God's Truth About Human Sexuality
In a society looking for intimacy, the church’s silence on sex has allowed our culture to tell the story of human sexuality, but the truth is - God prepared humanity for an incredible love story and it involves sex. This series unpacks God’s intended Sex-Ed for humanity and takes back the truth about our sexuality. *The content of this series is intended for a mature audience.
Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"Family Dynamics"
Matthew 12:46-50
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"Why Words Matter"
Matthew 12:33-37
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
This weekend is "Summer Splash", in which 132 people acknowledged their 'Life Change'. In this brief message Pastor Rick describes the importance of baptism in a believer's life as he prepares for the celebration.
Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"The Ultimate Challenge"
Matthew 12:22-32
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
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Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"The Ultimate Challenge"
Matthew 12:22-32
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"Fighting Fire with Purpose"
Matthew 12:13-21
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
Collide: Jesus vs. Pharisees
"Religion vs. Relationship"
Matthew 12: 1-14
There’s going to be a fight…or so it would seem. The tension was brewing for quite some time, and it’s clear that Jesus wasn’t going to back down or change His message. Throw out your misconceptions of some wimpy, pale, milk toast images of a savior and join us for a front row seat to this inevitable collision. There’s going to be a fight as Jesus rescues the world from the bully of religion.
We have the privilege of hearing guest speaker, Fabian Kalapuch, discuss how God's Grace plays a role in our dreams.
The Christ's Place Pastoral Staff have compiled questions from the congregation, pertaining to Grace and will provide their answers to these questions.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Jesus Saves: The Story of Grace
Grace is what I desire most when my guilt is exposed. And grace is the very thing I’m hesitant to give when I’m confronted with the guilt of others. It’s this struggle that makes grace more story than doctrine. It’s this struggle that reminds us grace is bigger than compassion or forgiveness.
Grace is understood best within the context of relationship.The story of grace begins in the beginning. It is a story that traces its way through every book of the Bible.
Matthew 11:25-30
Inherently we want to make the creator into our image. We formulate our ideas on how God should interact with us. Sometimes we go so far as to build our doctrine and dogma around these conceptions. Like it or not we start to manufacture a box that our god is to reside in. When God doesn’t do what we thought He should do we usually have a negative reaction. In Matthew chapter 11, we find just such negative responses to Christ.
Matthew 11:20-24
Inherently we want to make the creator into our image. We formulate our ideas on how God should interact with us. Sometimes we go so far as to build our doctrine and dogma around these conceptions. Like it or not we start to manufacture a box that our god is to reside in. When God doesn’t do what we thought He should do we usually have a negative reaction. In Matthew chapter 11, we find just such negative responses to Christ.
Matthew 11:11-18
Inherently we want to make the creator into our image. We formulate our ideas on how God should interact with us. Sometimes we go so far as to build our doctrine and dogma around these conceptions. Like it or not we start to manufacture a box that our god is to reside in. When God doesn’t do what we thought He should do we usually have a negative reaction. In Matthew chapter 11, we find just such negative responses to Christ.
Matthew 11: 1-10
Inherently we want to make the creator into our image. We formulate our ideas on how God should interact with us. Sometimes we go so far as to build our doctrine and dogma around these conceptions. Like it or not we start to manufacture a box that our god is to reside in. When God doesn’t do what we thought He should do we usually have a negative reaction. In Matthew chapter 11, we find just such negative responses to Christ.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
Imagine living an inspired life that is not dogged by self-inflicted obstacles and financial limitations. To live a life where you are free to not only dream but also experience the heights of living out your dreams. A life that is financially free. This financial series is not just for those who are struggling, but even believers who are money-savvy or who have a good grasp on finances can benefit from the principals we will discuss during this series.
How to put God First by using Four Habitudes is what Pastor Rick examines today as he finishes the Inspire series.
Are you being inspired in your relationships with others. To connect on a simpler level. This is the topic Pastor Rick explores as we continue to strive for greatness, as we are inspired to grow.
Pastor Rick Lorimer explores the question; "Which comes first, what you want to be or who you want to be" and why; in this message that is designed to inspire you.
Pastor Terry Brown takes a look at what it means to be rich and to to pursue a lifestyle of margin.
Pastor Rick Lorimer presents us with four eternal decisions for 2011. What is your resolve for the New Year, are you interested in heavenly things or me things?
The Miracles of Christmas - "Everyday Miracles"
The Christmas story is filled with miracle after miracle - God at work to fulfill His plan. Experience the wonder and awe of Christmas as we celebrate the miracles that brought the Savior to our world.
The Miracles of Christmas - "A Candidate for a Miracle"
The Christmas story is filled with miracle after miracle - God at work to fulfill His plan. Experience the wonder and awe of Christmas as we celebrate the miracles that brought the Savior to our world.
The Miracles of Christmas - "A Candidate for a Miracle"
The Christmas story is filled with miracle after miracle - God at work to fulfill His plan. Experience the wonder and awe of Christmas as we celebrate the miracles that brought the Savior to our world.
The Jesus Initiative - A Bold Move
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Nathan Kroll brings to a close the Jesus Initiative series.Thru Matthew 10:34-32 he examines the last of the hallmarks of being a disciple.
The Jesus Initiative - A Bold Move
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Rick examines Matthew 10:26-33 as he lays a foundation of what we hare to be as disciples of Jesus.
The Jesus Initiative - A Bold Move
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Nathan looks at Matthew 10:16-25 to see that cost a Christian may encounter and how to respond.
Guest speaker Pastor Luke McMartin from Inspire Church in Sydney, Australia brings high energy, purpose, and a touch of humor as he communicates an uncompromising gospel.
The Jesus Initiative - Missionary Principles Pt. 2 They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Rick takes a look at the disciples and covers the lifestyle of a disciple.
The Jesus Initiative - Missionary Principles Part 1
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Rick challenges us to be missionaries where we are.
The Jesus Initiative - Investing In Heaven
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. We jump forward in time to examine a modern-day disciple. Michael McNamee, President of Convoy of Hope Europe, church planter and missionary shares a challenging message about compassion.
The Jesus Initiative - Investing In Heaven
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. We jump forward in time to examine a modern-day disciple. Wayne Francis, with Calcutta Mercy Ministries is joining us today and will expose us as to what it looks like to be a disciple today.
The Jesus Initiative - Unqualified but not Disqualified
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Rick looks at Matthew 10:1-4 as he examines who qualifies to be Christ's disciple.
The Jesus Initiative - A Bold Move
They are the chosen few. They no longer need pre-eminence, prosperity, position or promotions. Who are they? One thing is certain; When Christ comes for His own, He will have no problem recognizing them. Pastors Rick takes a look at the disciples and covers four inadequacies and how we can grow from this point.
The unknown God--Introductions Aside
This three week series examines how to move from just head knowledge to having a relationship with the Holy Spirt. Dr. Gordon Anderson, President of North Central University spoke to us Monday evening, exploring the aspects of a relationship with the Holy Spirit and what a life filled with the Spirit looks like.
The unknown God--Introductions Aside
This three week series examines how to move from just head knowledge to having a relationship with the Holy Spirt. Dr. Gordon Anderson, President of North Central University will challenge and encourage, delivering truth and practical application.
The unknown God--Introductions Aside
This three week series examines how to move from just head knowledge to having a relationship with the Holy Spirt. Dr. Gordon Anderson, President of North Central University spoke to us Sunday evening, challenging us to find a place to posture ourselves before God, as we seek the Holy Spirit
The unknown God--Introductions Aside
This three week series examines how to move from just head knowledge to having a relationship with the Holy Spirt. Pastor Rick Lorimer guides us concerning how to fully surrender to the Holy Spirit. The God we may not know.
The unknown God--Introductions Aside
This three week series examines how to move from just head knowledge to having a relationship with the Holy Spirt. Pastor Rick Lorimer guides us concerning how to fully surrender to the Holy Spirit.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Today, Pastor Rick Lorimer discusses a life of submission and what it looks like for today.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Today, Pastor Rick Lorimer challenges us to develop a lifestyle of serving.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Today, Pastor Terry Brown challenges us to encourage those around us.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Today, Pastor Rick Lorimer challenges us to accept those who are different from us.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Today, Pastor Nathan Kroll speaks to us about forgiveness and how it is applicable to everyday life.
A Guide to Relationships
This six week series will explore principles to building meaningful and healthy relationships with everyone in your life - spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, children, friends, co-workers. Pastor Rick begins week one with "A Special Calling"
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9 Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus. Matthew 9:35-38
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World Today Matt. 9:27-34
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9 Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Today Pastor Rick explores Matthew 9:14-17
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Pastor Nathan Kroll challenges us to expand our living by investing in others and inviting them.
Pastor Terry Brown discusses why he has chosen to give. He puts forth the question, can we trust God with our giving.
Pastor Rick Lorimer reveals his heart's desire for the church from Matthew 13:19-23. His desire that we experience a life of Exponential Living.
Pastor Bruce Riddle
Matthew 8:23-27
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Matthew 8:18-20
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Joel Gross
Matthew 8:14-17
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Supernatural-To Transcend the Laws of this World
A new series from Matthew 8 & 9
Jesus has just finished preaching - three chapters worth of amazing stuff. Now He's ready to take a break, but the crowds follow Him. They were so amazed with His teaching and the authority with which He spoke, they wanted more. And then the unexpected happens...
Supernatural will take us through Matthew 8 & 9 to explore the miracles of Jesus.
Celebrate with us on Easter Sunday and Respond to His one love that conquered sin and death, going the distance to meet you where you are through worship, music, testimonies and a message of hope and good news from Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Life Guide is a series that takes an "up close" look at Jesus closing words in his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives us straight talk without the spin of cultural and social appeasement. As He unpacks timeless principles for life, He address paramount life topics such as tolerance, prayer, expectations, salvation, miracles, results and fulfillment. Be prepared for life change as Jesus helps us reinvent our normal and live life on purpose.
Life Guide is a series that takes an "up close"look at Jesus' closing words in his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives us straight talk without the spin of cultural and social appeasement. Jesus wasn't interested in the status quo. He unpacks timeless principles for life.
Pastor Nathan Kroll calls us to join together as a church in fasting for 21 days. The goal is to align our hearts and pray for lives to be changed for Christ.
Highway to Heaven - Pastor Rick Lorimer
Matthew 7:13-14
Life Guide is a series that takes an "up close" look at Jesus closing words in his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives us straight talk without the spin of cultural and social appeasement. As He unpacks timeless principles for life, He address paramount life topics such as tolerance, prayer, expectations, salvation, miracles, results and fulfillment. Be prepared for life change as Jesus helps us reinvent our normal and live life on purpose.
Life Guide is a series that takes an "up close" look at Jesus closing words in his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives us straight talk without the spin of cultural and social appeasement. As He unpacks timeless principles for life, He address paramount life topics such as tolerance, prayer, expectations, salvation, miracles, results and fulfillment. Be prepared for life change as Jesus helps us reinvent our normal and live life on purpose.
Life Guide is a series that takes an "up close" look at Jesus closing words in his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus gives us straight talk without the spin of cultural and social appeasement. As He unpacks timeless principles for life, He address paramount life topics such as tolerance, prayer, expectations, salvation, miracles, results and fulfillment. Be prepared for life change as Jesus helps us reinvent our normal and live life on purpose.
One: Vision 2010 This morning Pastor Rick issues a call for Christians o recommit to living and speaking the gospel and to do so without compromising the truth and power of the Scriptures. Be challenged to go deeper with God by becoming a student of His Word, grow in your relationships with other believers and understand your role as a missionary for God's Kingdom.
One: Vision 2010 Pastor Rick begins a four week series launching the vision God has set before us in the new year. Be challenged to go deeper with God by becoming a student of His Word, grow in your relationships with other believers and understand your role as a missionary for God's Kingdom.
One: Vision 2010
A series launching the vision God has set before us in the new year. Be challenged to go deeper with God by becoming a student of His Word, grow in your relationships with other believers and understand your role as a missionary for God's Kingdom.
One: Vision 2010
A series launching the vision God has set before us in the new year. Be challenged to go deeper with God by becoming a student of His Word, grow in your relationships with other believers and understand your role as a missionary for God's Kingdom.
One: Vision 2010
A series launching the vision God has set before us in the new year. Be challenged to go deeper with God by becoming a student of His Word, grow in your relationships with other believers and understand your role as a missionary for God's Kingdom.
The Purpose of Christmas - "A Time of Second Chances"
Pastor Nathan Kroll
Luke 2:8-14
Christmas is the largest celebration around the world each year. But for many people getting ready for Christmas is more a source of stress than happiness. Beneath all the visible sights and sounds of Christmas are simple yet profound truths that can transform your life for the better here on earth and forever in eternity. During this three-week series we will slow down and pause to consider the purpose of Christmas and let it saturate our thoughts and celebration.
The Purpose of Christmas - "A Time of Reconciliation"
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Luke 2:8-14
Christmas is the largest celebration around the world each year. But for many people getting ready for Christmas is more a source of stress than happiness. Beneath all the visible sights and sounds of Christmas are simple yet profound truths that can transform your life for the better here on earth and forever in eternity. During this three-week series we will slow down and pause to consider the purpose of Christmas and let it saturate our thoughts and celebration.
The Purpose of Christmas - "Time of Salvation"
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Luke 2:8-14
Christmas is the largest celebration around the world each year. But for many people getting ready for Christmas is more a source of stress than happiness. Beneath all the visible sights and sounds of Christmas are simple yet profound truths that can transform your life for the better here on earth and forever in eternity. During this three-week series we will slow down and pause to consider the purpose of Christmas and let it saturate our thoughts and celebration.
The Purpose of Christmas - "Time of Celebration"
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Luke 2:8-14
Christmas is the largest celebration around the world each year. But for many people getting ready for Christmas is more a source of stress than happiness. Beneath all the visible sights and sounds of Christmas are simple yet profound truths that can transform your life for the better here on earth and forever in eternity. During this three-week series we will slow down and pause to consider the purpose of Christmas and let it saturate our thoughts and celebration.
Losing Your Religion - "Don't Worry"
Nathan Kroll
Matthew 6:25-34
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
Losing Your Religion - "The Reality, Readiness & Rewards"
Rick Lorimer
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"True Riches"
Rod Whitlock, National AG Youth Staff
Luke 16:1-14
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Investing in Heaven"
Michael McNamee, Missionary to Europe
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Your Treasure Reveals Your Heart"
Matthew 6:19-24
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Living the Fast(ed) Life"
Matthew 6:16-18
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Learning to Pray"
Matthew 6:9-15
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Keeping It Real"
Matthew 6:5-8
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
"Finding Your Reward"
Matthew 6:1-4
Are you in a rut or a route to know Jesus? Don’t allow the noose of religiosity to settle around your heart and strangle your vitality to a slow and eventual death. Recapture and refocus your emotions by allowing His Words to replenish the heart of your activity and worship.
Live the joy of giving to the poor. Know the power of prayer to a Father. Experience the deliverance of fasting. Encounter treasures beyond your wildest dreams. Celebrate a stress free life! All it takes is Losing Your Religion.
Series: Issues & Answers, Lessons from Jesus in Matthew 5
Outreach Coordinator, Nathan Kroll
Series: Pour on the Salt & Turn on the Light
Week 4
Pastor Rick Lorimer & Nathan Kroll
Matthew 5:13-16
Series: Pour on the Salt & Turn on the Light
Week 3
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Matthew 5:13-16
Series: Pour on the Salt & Turn on the Light
Week 2
Pastor Nathan Kroll
Matthew 5:13-16
Series: Pour on the Salt & Turn on the Light
Week 1
Pastor Rick Lorimer
Matthew 5:13-16
Upside Down: Happy are the Persecuted
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 9 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy are the Peacemakers
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 8 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy are the Pure in Heart
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 7 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy Hunger
Outreach Coordinator, Nathan Kroll
Week 6 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy Hunger
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 5 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy are the Meek
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 4 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
The Crucifixion: Stewardship Pastor, Terry Brown
The Proposal: Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Upside Down: Happy are those Who Mourn
Community Pastor, David Baltes
Week 3 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12
Upside Down: Happy are the Poor in Spirit
Lead Pastor, Rick Lorimer
Week 2 in the Series on Matthew 5:1-12