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Avoiding Chaotic Currents of Culture
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
After establishing the Exaltation of Jesus in Chapter 1, Paul moves on to help the Colossians establish themselves in Christ. The Colossians were in a community that was at risk of being swept away in the trends of gnosticism, legalism, and humanism. How could they be a people resistant to falling back into these empty philosophies? In verses 1-10, Paul shows us how to avoid these chaotic currents and fix ourselves on the exaltation of Jesus.
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An Altered Life, Not An Altar Call
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
When Christ is exalted we see the fullness of who He is and all He has done. This moves us far beyond responding to an altar call to an altered way of living. Paul uses this section to show the Colossians that He has found something worth living for. If you want your life to matter and have the energy for your days, then you need to find the subject and purpose worth living for. Are you willing to respond to the exalted Christ with a life used to proclaim Him?
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Preeminence Yields Worship, Work, & Witness
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Paul uses an early church song in this passage to declare an eternal and central truth about Jesus. He is preeminent! Jesus is fully God and has made Himself manifest to us in a way that displays His place over creation, inspires our work as the Church, and fuels our individual purpose. His preeminence gives us reason to worship, desire to work, and a story to bear witness about. The question is not whether or not Jesus is preeminent. The question today is are we living in His preeminence?
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Exalting Jesus and knowing God's will for your life!
Joel Madson, Global Training Network
We exalt Jesus most by knowing God's will and living in a manner that pleases God!
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Celebrate Good Times
Zac Price, Student Ministries Pastor
Colossians 1:1-8 is the introduction for Paul’s letter to the Church in Colossae. We dive in to understand that as Saints, we should celebrate who Jesus is.
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How to Study This Amazing Word
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Last week we unpacked why we study the Word of God. This week we look at a practical approach to studying the letter of Colossians. Today we look at background, context, and how to use an inductive approach to reading the Word.
Familiarize yourself with the inductive study method and the background of the letter to the Colossians.
Free Inductive: https://www.scribd.com/document/40806...
Keith Ferrin Study: https://www.amazon.com/Colossians-Scr...
Great Article on the Colossian Heresy: https://archive.gci.org/articles/the-...
Useful Commentaries Christ Centered Exposition:
Exalting Jesus in Colossians https://www.amazon.com/Exalting-Colos...
Douglas Moo Commentary on Colossians https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Coloss...
You can also use commentaries in the Bible Hub app!
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The Word, The Truth, The Gospel
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The book of Colossians is Paul's exaltation of Jesus. But before digging into this book, we want to ask ourselves how much we exalt the greater book. Do we lift up the Word of God and value it as much as we value the breath in our lungs? Today, we begin our study by lifting up the miracle of His Word.
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This Changes Everything
John Reynolds, Adult Ministries Pastor
If Jesus really rose from the dead, if He really gave His life for us, then that should change everything about us. We should live in a way that shows our devotion to Christ, to each other, and to the church.
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Easter at Cascade Church
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Victory over Sin and Death
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus defeated death to show His power over our greatest physical enemy. In doing this, He gives us the confidence in His power over our greatest spiritual enemy. Today, we will see how Jesus' defeating of Sin impacts our lives. If He has risen from the dead, then only He can free us from Sin's rule over our lives.
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Victory Over Death
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus made many bold claims during His life and ministry on earth. He claimed to be the authority over all over creation, life, death, and sin. This week we look at His claim to be victorious over death. If He is victorious over death then what are the effectual realities now made available to us?
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James Like Jesus
Keith Ferrin, Speaker & Author
We're going to wrap up the series on James by going up to 40,000' and walking through the whole book. We'll revisit a few "nuggets" we've already looked at throughout the series.
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Pray Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
You were created to be in an active daily relationship with your creator. James calls that prayer. Today we see how prayer is the culmination of finding our new Identity in Jesus and allowing His Spirit to bring our every new activity into alignment with His life.
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Wise Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
James begins to draw his letter to a close by bringing his focus into great clarity. It is by living in the wisdom of Jesus that we find life. A new identity is found in the wisdom of His grace and our new activity is empowered by the wisdom of His grace. This is a message for us and the Church we live in. What empowers wisdom and what destroys the path to wisdom?
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Speak Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Words matter. Words are powerful. Words can bring someone alive in life or...they can completely ruin life. James calls us to speak out of our new identity in Jesus Christ. As we unpack his illustrations we find the blessing of seeking Jesus' words over our world.
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Work Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Value Others Like Jesus
Pastor Nate Hettinga, Regional President of Converge Northwest
Remember what it was like to attend a church for the first time? How we treat people matters — and it reveals something about what we believe about God.
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Live Free Like Jesus
John Reynolds, Adult Ministries Pastor
We are freed from sin and legalism through Christ's sacrifice, yet we often return to those yokes of bondage. Freedom is found in being doers of the Word, not just hearers, living out our true identity in Christ in changed speech, service, and priorities.
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Overcome Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Suffer Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The unfortunate reality of living in a world broken by sin is that we absolutely will experience brokenness. Suffering and experiencing trials is guaranteed for all. But there is good news. James directs us to be full of joy in the midst of our trials. This strange statement directs us to the new reality that we can only have in Jesus. The Gospel is the Good News that shows us that suffering isn't the end of the story. Today we see the hope that can be found in suffering like Jesus.
Philip Yancey: Where is God when it hurts
Dr. Paul Brand: The gift of pain
CS Lewis: The problem of pain and Surprised by joy
Craig Groeschel: Hope in the Dark
Victor Frankle: Man's search for meaning
Joni Earekson Tada: A place of healing
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James Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Who is James and what is his letter about? Often times this letter is approached as the ultimate checklist and guide to Christian behavior. Today, we will see that this letters contents are actually framed in identity. James' identity was radically changed by the identity of Jesus. When James' identity changed, everything about his life's activity changed as well. Before getting deep into the activities described in this letter, we must first ask ourselves if we have laid ourselves down at the Identity of Jesus.
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Gospel Driven Here, Near, and Far
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As we wrap up our series on Follow Me, we look at the movement of Jesus' purpose and how He uses us to accomplish that purpose here, near, and far. We were created to be in relationship with God. Worshiping Him and exalting Him above all things and finding life in Him. As we experience this new life, we discover a deeper purpose in life. We are here to be His witnesses and declare His love to all people here, near, and far. Today, we see how that purpose plays out in and through life at Cascade Church.
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To Walk Like Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
What does it look like for someone to follow Jesus? John the disciple chose to follow Jesus early in his life. When we read his letter 1 John we find a disciple that has become mature in his faith and the reality of a life marked by following Jesus. Today we look at John's journey toward maturity and the steps Jesus took him through to not only follow Him but to become more like Him. At Cascade we want to help everyone follow Jesus and walk like Jesus.
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Follow Me in Purpose
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Cascade's mission is to Love God, Love People, and Live Generously. We feel this is the purpose that Jesus has placed us in Monroe. At a time so many people are leaving church, I believe this purpose is what compels the people at Cascade to live a life of purpose. Our faith is relevant to everyday life and Jesus has called us to live a life like His - full of purpose. Today, we explore what it means to L3 like Jesus.
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Rekabites - God’s Example of Amazing Obedience
Dan Bushy, Missionary & Pastor
Why is obedience so important to God? We are going to look at the benefits and promises that come with obedience to God. We will also examine 2 Biblical stories that show the consequences of disobedience. God wants us to be walking in the freedom, joy, and peace that real obedience gives us.
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Merry Christmas!
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Our Promised Savior
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
God’s plan from the beginning of time to the end of time has been for Jesus to be the Savior of the world. The world waited for the Savior that would fulfill our needs as prophet, priest, and king. The thread of Jesus as Savior is woven throughout time and history. The question this Christmas is whether you have received this salvation in your life.
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Our Promised Priest
Zac Price, Student Ministries Pastor
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Our Promised King
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
What is it like to be in the presence of a King? What would it be like to be in the presence of the King of all Kings? Today, we read through Psalm 24 and understand the gravity and intensity behind the exalted King of Glory. When the Wise men knelt in worship, they did so with gifts fit for a King. Can we respond to His presence in the same way and live a life of worship to the King of Glory?
Today’s worship set list:
This is Amazing Grace
His Name is Wonderful
Shout to the Lord
Goodness of God
His Name is Jesus
Doxology (Amen)
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Our Promised Prophet
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Today we celebrate the advent of our Promised Prophet. Prophets spoke throughout the Old Testament to give God's word to Israel and to lead them in God's way. God told Moses that one day the Promised Prophet would come and be greater than he. Today, we see how Jesus not only answered the prophecies, but answered the position as the Promised Prophet.
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To Know Him
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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To Know Him: The Holy Spirit Zac Price, Student Ministries Pastor
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November 10, 2024 : Good Master - Perfect Father Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor Our God stands in contrast to everything in this world. He is the true light in the darkness. What does this contrast look like and how does it shape our lives to be in contrast. When you know a God of contrast you will live a life in contrast. Today we look at the stark contrast of God being our Redeeming Master and Perfect Father.
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The Sovereign Shepherd
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
How deeply do you know God? The more you know Him the more confident you become in Him. The more you grow in your appreciation of His Sovereignty the more you realize you are not lost in a world of chaos and confusion. God is in control. Not only is He in control but He is near you as a loving shepherd. Do you know Him as your Sovereign Shepherd?
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To Live Worthy
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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New Foundation + New Destination = A Renewed You
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
All of you needs to be renewed. But how does that process play out? How does Abiding in Jesus through the Word and in Prayer actually renew us? Today, we will read through Colossians 3 and see what happens when we find a new foundation and our new destination all through Christ.
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How much of you needs to be renewed?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Why is abiding in Jesus so important? What is the endgame? It may be shocking to come to the realization that our personal salvation makes up only a little percentage of the content of the New Testament. Most of what Paul, James, Peter, and John write about centers around our need to be renewed after salvation. This is a process we refer to as sanctification. Today, we look at Ephesians 4 and ask the question, "How much of you needs to be renewed"?
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Daily Realities to Grow Your Discipline of Prayer
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Prayer is often better caught than it is taught. Do you have someone who has modeled a life of prayer for you? Today we look at Paul's prayer in Philippians and see the daily realities that helped him abide in prayer daily. Paul calls to us to look to Him and imitate him as he imitates Jesus. What can we catch from Paul's daily prayer life?
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Prayers of Delight
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Desperation may be what it takes to rightly position us before God. But thank God that’s not what He uses to keep us there. Our seasons of desperation can be defined by our delight in an all sufficient Savior! Today, we look at Psalm 63 and apply delight to the prayer acronym of A.C.T.S. We want to grow as disciples in our love and practice of prayer. We also want prayers of delight to define our season of desperation.
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Prayers of Desperation
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus calls us to Abide in Him. He gives us His Word as a foundation to know Him and prayer as a means to communicate with Him. Today, we look at the motivation of desperation. Desperation rarely feels great, but it serves as a motivation that leads to sobering self evaluation. How can desperation position us before God and provide us an opportunity to bond with our Savior?
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Abide in the Word of God
Stuart H., Adult Education Director
An overview of the Bible that is looking toward the Who is to come.
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Can you Trust what's in your Hands?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus calls us to abide in Him. One of the main ways we are to do this is through our relationship with the Word of God. But we can't have a healthy relationship with the Word of God if we can't trust the Word of God. Today we will learn from Dr. Daniel Wallace's study of New Testament manuscripts to see if we can trust in what we have today. The Word and its message has been preserved amazingly for thousands of years. There is no other ancient book for it to be compared to and no other message that can change history as it has. This is a book we can trust and abide in!
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How to Not be a Fool
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As we wrap up our series on Proverbs, we have to ask this question. What will we do with what we know? Will we make a checklist on the do's and don'ts of wisdom and hope to not be a fool? If so, we missed the point of Proverbs. Today we find the connection. How do we walk in wisdom? By sitting at the table with the King! Abiding in Him is the key to changing our hearts and; therefore, changing the way we walk.
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What are we looking for?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We live in a world that is starving for intimacy. The way of folly leads us to a misunderstanding of pursuing the wrong thing. It’s easy to see that when it comes to sex and relationships our world has fallen into an empty and broken place. How does wisdom lead us to find what we are really looking for?
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Choose Your Words Carefully
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
How can something we use everyday carry the power of life and death? Our words have more power than we can imagine. If we really understand the power our words carry then we would probably be more wise in the way we use them! How will you use your words this week?
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When Debt and Life get reconciled
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
What do we do with what we have? The truth that Proverbs reveals is that the minority of the world controls the majority of wealth. And we use that to get drunk on idols and become even more in debt and enslaved to sin while the rest of the world starves in want. But it’s not too late to respond to the grace offered by Proverbs and the grace offered by the one true wise King Jesus. When we are reconciled, our hearts are at peace and our money and lives are used for His fulfilling purpose! Is it time we exchange our debt for abundant life in Him?
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How to be a Boss and Treat a Boss
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
When we don't understand the context of life we miss the true story of our lives. Wisdom helps us see the context of life not being about us and the true story of living for the King. Today, we see how this wisdom helps shape our understanding of power and authority. As a boss or a worker we find satisfaction in working for the King and His purpose.
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Let Go, Hold Fast, Go With
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The students had a chance to live Proverbs out while on the Serve 2024 Mexico Mission Trip. As we walk with the students through their experience we will also walk through the three main questions that Proverbs continuously puts before us. Do we know what to let go of? Do we know how to hold fast to Him? Are we going with Him in His purpose for life?
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The Antidote to Pride
John Reynolds, Adult Ministries Pastor
The world tells us life is about us, that we are and should be the focus of our own attention, that we should go after and get ours, that we are the masters of our own domains. Yet the book of Proverbs describes this as the way that leads to destruction and even the root of all sin. Join us as we look at pride and its antidote, humility.
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Are you walking in His way?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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A Tale of Two Roads
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
You can't be on two different roads at the same time. So which road you find yourself on really matters. Today, we start our series on Proverbs - a book dedicated to expounding on the two roads of life. What do you need most in life right now? The King passes the answer on to us today. What you need most in life is wisdom. A wisdom that will protect you from foolishness and help you flourish in life in every season. Which way are you on?
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Stop Attending Church and Start Being the Church
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We all want to be a part of something big. A purpose, a movement, and an influence to the world around us. So why would we settle to just be lost in the crowd? Paul calls us to get our name into the movement of the Gospel! Jesus didn't die for us to attend church. He rose from the grave so that we would rise into the movement and live a life worthy of His great name. We are called to BE THE CHURCH!
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The Gospel Lived Out
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
What is the book of Romans about? Paul's life. What was Paul's life about? Living out the Gospel of Jesus to the world. Paul wraps up his letter to the Romans with a call to follow his life as he follows the life of Jesus. Paul directly challenges the Church at Rome to become partners with him in the Gospel of Jesus. As we finish reading the book of Romans together, we have to ask ourselves - are we living out the book of Romans together? What are our lives about?
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Sacrificial Unity Works
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Our unity that comes from our understanding of the Gospel does more than just display an astonishing community to the world. Our sacrificial unity also works toward fulfilling the mission of the entire Bible. When we live our unity out, we also live out the core of what the Gospel is. We can't fall for the temptation to divide over lesser things. When we unite around Jesus, we will fulfill the mission He began at the formation of the world.
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Humility, Unity, and the Gospel
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Can we be a church that agrees on absolutely every issue? Nope. And that’s not the point of our community. The Church has always been a people of different backgrounds, stories, and faith journeys. Because of that, we will arrive at different opinions and convictions. So, how do we keep what is primary and humbly live in the messiness of opinions? Today, Paul leads us to find the path that the world is looking for. By centralizing the Gospel as the main thing in life, we can find a way to live in a unique community.
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Transformative Gospel Lives and Politics
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
You will know how deeply one believes in something by the convictions with which they live. The same is true in the Gospel. If our lives have been truly changed by the grace and love of God then every area of our life should reflect that change... Even in how we engage in politics. In Romans 13, Paul shows us how the Gospel should influence how we engage in a government and culture that is often at odds with the heart of God.
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May 26th, 2024 - Serving Reflects the Reality
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Living Sacrifices
Zac Price, Student Ministries Pastor
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Grafted In
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
God's plan from the beginning was to redeem the world through His Son Jesus Christ. The end has already been foretold. One day every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord. We find ourselves in the middle of the story and Paul paints a picture of many nations being grafted into the family. What does it look like to be a part of God's kingdom purpose plan?
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Full House
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As Paul brings this family discussion to a close, he draws our attention to what can define the Family of God as God continues to work toward His purpose. It can be so easy for us to allow our circumstances or the darkness of the times to shape our attitude. When it seems like the world is falling apart, Paul reminds us that God is always at work. If we can trust God, then that trust should shape our heart.
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Step Into Purpose
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Plotline and Purpose
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Paul continues to address the question, “Did God fail?” Paul moves through the Old Testament in this passage and shows us how God has used His mercy and people’s rebellion to move toward His purpose of fulfilling all His promises. Paul uses this history to not only explain how God has worked, but also to call the readers to respond. Where are you in the plotline of God’s purpose?
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Family Matters
Family really matters! The first century people thought in collective terms of family, tribe, and nation. In Romans 9, Paul begins to trace the family tree and show how God has worked through His chosen family from the beginning of time. God has not failed! He continues to give His family an identity, promises, and the purpose of Jesus Christ. Will we find our place in the family?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Can we trust the Bible?
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
Can we trust the Bible? How do we know that what we hold in our hands is really what was written down originally? Does it tell the truth about what happened in history or is it all just a great story? Join us as we consider the evidence for the truth of the Bible and why we can trust it.
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You can trust in this TRUTH
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Where do you place your trust?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
What do you really want for life? What do you really want to trust in for life? These words radically change this question. Trust is vital in finding a meaningful life. Where we place our trust has a profound impact on what happens in our life. Today, Jesus asks us a question to spend the week pondering. Where do you place your trust?
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Living in the Spirit: Aiming Your Life at the Right Target
Nate Hettinga, Regional President, Converge NW
Living in the Spirit gives us a new eternal perspective on everything in life. While life is messy, the goal of our lives is to become like Jesus. He is the goal!
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Our New Life in the Spirit
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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The Subtle Shift that Matters
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Many of us live trapped in the sin cycle of Romans 7 when we were meant to live in the life and peace of Romans 8. What does it take to grow in our spiritual walk and stop walking circles in the wilderness? Paul says it’s the subtle shift of the mind. We are made walk in the Spirit, live in the Spirit, and set our minds on the Spirit. The Holy Spirit changes everything!
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February 25th, 2024 - New Life and the Law!
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
In Chapter 7, Paul leads us to understand how the law helps in our sanctification. In Jesus, the jurisdiction of the law over us has been broken. However, as we apply Jesus' words in Matthew 5, we see that His life builds a new relationship with the law for us.
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Identity leads activity: not the other way around
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We spend a lot of time trying to earn or prove what is already true of us. This becomes a life that tries to white knuckle change the sinful habits in our life so we can feel better about who we are. But Jesus has laid out a better path to allow our identity of what is true to lead the activity of what we do. Don't miss this life altering reality! His grace and peace will catch us up to what is already true!
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Dead to Sin, Alive to God
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
In Chapter 6, Paul turns his attention to the matter of sin in a believers life. Today, we find a different approach to addressing the sin in our lives. Instead of sin management, Paul takes us through the progression of life change that can only come about though being surround by God’s truth.
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The Missing Piece of Peace
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Grace is what was done for us. Peace is what was done to us! Today we understand where our broken identity and activity come from and how Jesus came to rewrite our story. He has given us a new identity that will lead to new activity.
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Prolific Grace
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Have you stepped into the goodness of God’s prolific Grace? In chapter four Paul shows us a reality of this amazing gift that can change the trajectory of our lives. Through Jesus we find what He did, is doing, and will fulfill. When we learn to rest in this grace we find security, assuredness, and confidence that begins to breathe new life in us.
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A Praying Church
Jeremiah Porter - Regional Director - The 6:4 Fellowship
Prayer must be the engine that drives us as a church family. Everything we need, every kind of spiritual breakthrough we long for only God can do, and He has promised to respond when we pray.
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The Message
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We have a core message at Cascade that we want heard - to end of the world. We exist to be a church that "Loves God, Loves People, and Lives Generously." Today, we are looking at the foundation of the message that makes us who we are. What does it look like when this message is applied to real life? What does it look like to be the message that defines your life?
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The Mission
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We are a church that believes every follower of Jesus is a disciple and every disciple is a disciple maker. Jesus gave the Disciples (and us) a clear mission to go and make disciples of all nations. And that starts in our Church. Today we define for ourselves what a disciple is and look at Jesus’ challenges to mature His disciples. We want all the exciting things coming from our Church to be rooted in the relationships that grow disciples. Where are you on your path to spiritual maturity?
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God's Heart for World Missions
Dan Bushy, Associate Pastor & Missionary
Our God is a missionary God. The Bible is God's account of how He has been rescuing in the past, now, and into the future. We will look at God's all-people missionary purposes beginning in the Old Testament right through the New Testament. Can we ask God to give us hearts that will grow in His love for World missions, here, near and far so that we can be a part of reaching the least, the last, and the lost?
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“He Came to Fill the Silence”
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Tomorrow is the day we have been waiting for. But what will happen when all the traditions, activities, presents, and meals are over? Many people will feel a letdown after all the presents have been opened and experience... silence. Unless we truly understand the gift of Jesus. Jesus came to fill our silence. He not only changes our lives but sustains our lives as we continue to wait for His return. The true meaning of Christmas is finding His hope, peace, and joy to be central in sustaining all of our days. And we get to fill our days with actions that spread the love of Christmas all year long.
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The Shepherd’s Love
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Love is an overused word in our culture. It's so much more than a sentiment, word, or emotion. Love is central to the story of God and at the heart of the Gospel and the mission of Jesus. Today we look at Jesus' birth and discover that Love is a demonstration of extravagant sacrifice. Jesus is the definition and greatest demonstration of love given to humanity.
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Joy To The World
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
This time of year we have to be careful not to confuse joy with the pursuit of happiness. Happiness can leave you feeling empty, but Advent Joy gives you a reason to sing in the midst of any circumstance. Today, we find the Joy that is fixed in the Good News of the Savior that is born to us. Can you let your heart sing “Joy to the World the Lord has Come”?
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Advent of Peace
Zac Price, Student Ministries Pastor
Shalom means Peace in the Old Testament; which means whole or complete. We will be looking at the life of Joseph and Mary and realizing that their season before Jesus was born was lacking Shalom. We will be unpacking the scriptures and bring to light that Jesus is our ultimate Shalom and that he restores us back to wholeness with God. Why? Because he is the Prince of Peace.
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The Light of Hope
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Hope is what defined Israel's waiting. Even in seasons of darkness Israel learned how to live in the hope of what was to come. Advent begins with the understanding of the Hope found in the person, promises, and purpose of Jesus. In Him, we find a hope that can define our darkest moments. Jesus is the light of hope.
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Trading Places
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The bad news of the Gospel is eclipsed by the good news of the Gospel. Today we read of the mystery of God's wrath and justice being satiated in the sacrifice of Jesus. He justified us in grace, redeemed us through his righteousness, and traded places with us through His blood. Do you see and believe what Jesus has accomplished for you?
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Not- “Not My Problem”
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Paul has backed us into a corner to face the truth of who we are. Paul is used to the typical response at this point. He knew we would start to shift blame and skirt responsibility. Today Paul addresses the common arguments that come from those trying to deny the gospel of Jesus. His point is not to shame us but to help us get to the point of giving up and recognizing our need of a savior.
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Failing Law School
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
After building an airtight case against our sinfulness Paul anticipates a few arguments we are all prone to. Paul had just made his point that our hearts are sinful and a just God has to hold us accountable. But are we really "that bad." We often feel that goodness is a sliding scale on which we believe ourselves to be good enough. Today Paul takes us to Law School and shows us that our relativism, perfectionism, and sincerity all fail in God's school of law.
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Embracing God's Righteousness
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
Don't be fooled into thinking you're better than others just because their sins are different from yours. We're all subject to God's righteous judgment, no exceptions. Here’s the twist: while we rightly deserve it, God shows us extraordinary kindness to lead us towards repentance. What does it look like to embrace the fullness of God's righteousness and respond to this unmatched display of love and mercy?
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We Make Bad gods
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Our broken hearts lead us to make broken gods. Today we hear Paul’s words as he calls out our desire to be in control and have life our way. Every one of us has the tendency to make ourselves the center of our world and build life the way we want it. Can we face this surrender all of our lives to God’s good design?
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Our Hearts are Broken
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The wrath of God is upon us because of our sinful hearts! Not an exciting message… but something we need to hear. We can not know the good news without understanding the bad news. We can not respond to amazing grace if we don’t see how broken and undeserving we are. This passage is often used to point out other peoples sin. But what we find today is that Paul uses this example to raise all of our understanding of each of our desperately broken hearts.
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October 8th, 2023 - All in for the Gospel
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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The Gospel Calls us to Be ALL IN
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
When we read Romans through the filter of our personal salvation story we miss the point of the letter. The Gospel we find in the letter of Romans is bigger, deeper, and more powerful than just a brief outline of salvation. As Paul writes this letter he unfolds the truth that the Gospel is a timeless encounter between the God of the universe and sinful humanity that can’t help but pull the reader into the story of the transformative pursuit of the Gospel. This is a Gospel that calls us all to BE ALL IN.
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Getting Over It
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
Jesus gave us the commandment to love one another for our good and His glory. But we often don’t do this well. Sometimes we are the ones who offend people, and other times we are the offended ones, so what do we do? Join us this week as we look at what God’s Word says about getting over it!
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To Live or Stand
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We often turn to anger when we are offended. Whether we like to admit it or not, this anger shuts life down and closes doors of opportunity. Today, we see the life that Jesus lived is in contrast to this angry response. Throughout the Bible we are called to be unoffendable and at peace in tense situations. We find that this lifestyle is more productive in leading people to life and helping us be a light in a dark world.
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BE ANGRY... but don't be
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We live in a world and culture that finds offense around every corner. There is always something to be offended by, angry about, or passionately debating with all our enemies and friends. But is that the way Jesus leads us to live? Today we deconstruct the thought that we are commanded to live in righteous anger. At closer inspection we find Paul calling us to live the unoffendable life Jesus molded for us. Can we lay down the burden of anger that we have held onto for so long?
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Today we wrap up our Dwell series with Psalm 63. In this Psalm, David passionately declares his love and worship of God. David’s ability to live in this state of mind shaped everything about his life. Living in praise shaped his posture and perspective through life’s hardest circumstances. When we learn to dwell in God’s presence we begin to live the the life we were made for.
Psalm 139
Zac Price, Middle School Pastor
Psalm 139 is all about God’s Omniscience. He knows the future, the past and the present. He is in total control and holds the whole world in His hands. Do you trust Him?
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Psalm 136
Stu H., Assistant Pastor & Missionary
Psalm 136 shows us how to dwell in gratitude with our God as we view His steadfast love.
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The Lamp Unto Our Feet
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Lamps direct our way in dark times of need. The Word of God is our lamp that wants to guide us through life. Just like the North Star was used to help sailors navigate open waters, His Word can be the reliable authority that powerfully leads us to life.
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Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Is your mind fixed on trusting God for who He is? We often allow the majority of our mental space to be taken up with other voices, issues, and obsessions that lead us to distress. In Psalm 34 we find a path to walk in the goodness of who God is and allow that to lead every thought. Thoughts are powerful and lead most of our actions and interactions. What would happen if our dwelling led to more peace in His presence?
Rooted for LIFE
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Psalm 1 sets the reader up to experience depth and vitality in life. David gives the reader three objectives that could most positively impact their journey. In this Psalm, we find a God that cares for our days, our friendships, and our experiences in our waking hours. Can we trust this God and follow the advice that could reshape everything around us?
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Dwell ... in every situation and circumstance of life Trust in God!
Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
The God of all creation can be trusted in all situations and circumstances of life. He is with us so we do not need to fear and His power provides us strength to live life confidently. All we need to do is be still and remember Who He is!
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Psalm 23
Zac Price, Middle School Pastor
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That I May Dwell
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We need to pray and meditate on God's Word! In a world of darkness and unpredictable seasons of life we need to hold onto God. But beyond our need we find a desire and yearning just to experience what God promises us... His presence. We don't just need to meditate on God, we GET to meditate on God and experience His presence. Today in Psalm 27 we see how knowing God, affects our hearts, which leads to action, and an appeal to hope!
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When is the Gospel?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The Corinthians had an experience with the Gospel that led to salvation. However, the Gospel wasn’t leading to life transformation in their day to day lives. Paul was writing to help them see this important truth. We need the Gospel everyday and in every way. When we understand the fullness of the Gospel we will not only lead changed lives but lives of impact and community.
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God’s Call to Sound Doctrine and the Hidden Strategy
Dan Bushy, Associate Pastor & Missionary
Titus is one of the most undervalued books in the New Testament. Paul calls Titus to reestablish order and appoint Elders to a church that was plagued with worldly issues. When we get to see the relationship between Paul and Titus we realize that the hidden strategy is discipleship. Titus is little known and not talked about much in Christian circles but he was a man of great love, maturity, dedication and commitment to God. In this book, we see how good doctrine opens the way for right living. Oh how we need this truth today.
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Paul goes to great lengths to ground us in our new identity IN Christ. Paul expounds on God's lavish love toward us for three chapters. It is only after we understand who we are in Him that we can move into living as He called us to. Today we see how our being in Christ will change all of our actions.
The Church at Philippi was a church that Paul loved more than all others. In this letter we find Paul encouraging the Church to keep running in their partnership together. Today we find three key attributes of the Philippians Church that could greatly change our lives. We need people, a purpose, and the ability to persevere.
The Proton of Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Colossae was a small mountain town that had fallen from prominence. But a significant church movement had begun by some friends of Paul. In this letter, we find a lot we can relate to. In it, we find the answer to spiritual protection, spiritual growth, and change in every area of life. This answer is rooted in the simple question; Is Jesus proton in your life?
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A Faith that Leads to Life
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
Paul’s letter to the church in Galatia was sent to remind the church of the true freedom they have in Christ. We, too, must simply put our full faith in Christ Jesus and when we do, we will find the true life by the Spirit we are meant to live. Join us as we look at how faith leads us to real life.
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The Fundamentals
Mitch Corea, Student Ministries Pastor
The faith of the church in Rome was known throughout the world. Paul wrote to them with hope and anticipation to meet them one day and use this body to spread the Gospel further than it had gone before. He also knew of some division amongst the Jewish and Gentile believers in Rome. It was for these reasons that Paul wrote to the church in Rome his most complete explanation of the Gospel. Even still today, this letter serves as one of the greatest ways to know the fundamental truth of the Gospel of Jesus from beginning to end. It is as imperative for believers today to know this letter as it was for the original recipients in Rome a couple thousand years ago.
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Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
You were made for this!
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Turning From Idols
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The faith of the Thessalonians went viral in the first century. Paul spent very little time establishing this Church. However, the foundation was enough to cause this group of people to put their trust in Jesus and live radically different lives. What was it about this Church that caused everyone across the Mediterranean world to know them? How can we be inspired by this Church to turn from our idols and trust in Jesus alone?
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To Whom It May Concern
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As we wrap up our study on Acts, we will turn our attention to the letters that were written during this story. Over the next several months, we will be looking at each letter to understand why we desperately need it. Today, we look at Paul’s life and travels to understand the desperation it must have taken to write, deliver, and walk these letters into the communities that received them. Do you understand who Paul was, who the communities were, and the passion behind the 10,000 miles of travel?
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Restoring Faith!
Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
Wrapping up the Gospel of John study, we will look at how Jesus revealed Himself once again to the disciples, restored Peter's faith and encouraged them to trust Him throughout their lives!
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The Challenging, Beautiful, and Effective News
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Many of us are like Thomas. We need to see it before we believe it. But what we find today is that our believing is often found in seeing the good news in someone else’s life. Thomas was challenged by the resurrection of Jesus. This challenge resulted in an unexplainable and beautiful peace. This peace became the source of people seeing the good news through his life! Do people see the resurrection of Jesus in your life?
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Have You Seen the Risen King?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Today is the day that we celebrate Jesus’ greatest miracle. The day our tears and fears turn to joy and confidence. The day that Mary and the Disciples saw the Risen King for themselves! On this day Jesus demonstrated His grace and delivered them with the truth of who He is. When we see the Risen King, He meets us in our tears and takes us from our fears! Have you seen the Risen King?
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Only the King Could Carry this Weight
Mitch Corea, Student Ministries Pastor
Have you ever owed a large debt? In this passage, we see the culmination of Jesus' work on earth and the fulfillment of several prophecies. "It is finished." Within this one statement is the climax of the Gospel story and the completion of a work began by God all the way back in Genesis. His work is finished. The debt for our sin has been paid in full.
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Only the King Could Lay His Life Down
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
At just the right time, Jesus did what only He could do. He laid down His life for us. He told His disciples “my hour has come.” No one takes my life from Me; I lay it down freely. He told Pilate “You would have no authority over me at all unless it had been given to you from above.” Jesus made it clear… This is my demonstration to the world. I lay my life down for you. What is our response to this demonstration of love and sacrifice from Jesus?
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March 19th, 2023 - The LIFE of the Only King
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Have you ever found something valuable that was in plain site for so long? Maybe you didn't realize it's worth until years of having it! As we read John 19 we find Pilate in a similar spot. As he examines the life of Jesus we have an opportunity to understand Jesus' life as fully man and fully God. How does this shape our understanding of His life and the impact it has on our hearts? As we look to the Resurrection let us see His LIFE lead us to new life in new and deeper ways!
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Truth on Trial
Zac Price, Middle School Pastor
This week, we are diving into the trial of Jesus. We look at the question Pilate asks Jesus, "What is Truth?" Through this passage, we learn that Jesus is the Truth and He has come to show us that truth.
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Following Judas, Peter, or Jesus
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As we set our eyes towards Resurrection Sunday we move through a season of contemplation. Who are we and who is our heart following? Every time we read John 18 two disciples capture our attention. How often do we consider how similar we are to Judas and Peter? Jesus calls us to follow Him but we often find ourselves consumed with treasures, running ahead of Jesus, or hiding in the shadows. If we want to see abundant life we have to die to these tendencies and truly make Jesus the Risen Lord.
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Worth it All
Pastor John Reynolds, Family Ministry Pastor
Today, we are going to hit pause on our John Series and step back into one of Jesus’ biggest questions He has for all of us. Am I worth your all?
In Matthew 13, Jesus shares two parables intended to help us understand that the Kingdom of Heaven is worth our all. It is the greatest treasure we could ever find.
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An Invitation to New Life
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
As we step back into John, we take steps with Jesus through His final days, His death, and most importantly His resurrection. John 12:23-28 frames these final steps beautifully for us. Each of these steps provide a contemplative opportunity for us to evaluate our lives and the sacrifice Jesus makes for the world. Jesus showed us what is possible to happen in our life! Will we follow in His example? Can we follow in His steps? Will we lay down our lives and accept His invitation for new life?
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John: The Final Chapters
Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
We're going to walk through the last four chapters of the Gospel of John.
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How to Enjoy Reading Your Bible
Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
After 25 years of struggling with reading the Bible consistently, we're going to look at the mindset and process you need to read, study, understand, remember, and ENJOY God's Word!
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The Gospel that Always Works.
Stu Hezlep, Assistant Pastor
We are the victory of Christ. Yet, how is that so, when we are tempted and tried?
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Marriage: Intimacy you were made for
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
When the world experts start recognizing and verbalizing that there is something wrong with the way we engage in sex, then we know there is a problem. Our culture has slowly shaped its perspective on sex for decades and we find ourselves lonely and isolated. Unfortunately, the church has felt reluctant to talk about such a taboo issue. But why would we be scared to share the truth about God's design for sex? God's design for sex leads us to abundant life and the intimacy we were made for!
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Marriage: Direction for the Wandering
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Our Culture has a lot to say about gender and marriage. We find many people wandering to find their identity and purpose in marriage. Today, we turn to the Word of God and find that God created us on purpose for a purpose. And that purpose is good!
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January 8th, 2023 - Perspective: Peace for the Broken
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Perspective: Building a Biblical Worldview
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Before we dive into Paul's perspective on marriage, we have to understand why he believed what he believed. What was Paul's worldview and how was it developed? Today, we find that Paul built all of his life perspectives on the Word of God, applied through the life of Christ, toward Jesus' abundant life. This framed Paul's worldview on every topic and action in life. Do you have a worldview built on these same principles?
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Finding the Gift
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
There are so many gifts to be opened this season. But only one gift can change the world. We look in so many places and often miss the one gift that really matters. This Christmas Eve, we will look at the Birth Of Jesus and find the gift we’ve really been looking for.
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The Good King
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
We are all looking for answers, for a solution, for salvation from the things that have gone wrong in the world around us. Many people say the answer is found in addressing the big social issues of our day. Jesus came to be the answer, the solution, and our salvation, any answer outside of him and his good design will never fully satisfy. Join us today as we look at how Jesus is “The Good King”, the king for our good and his glory and that makes him the best gift we could ever find at Christmas!
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The Christmas King
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus is the Christmas King! So why did so many people miss Him as the Messiah? People's political expectations caused them to look for a different kind of King. Today, we look at the Christmas story and Colossians 1 to find the true gift of the Christmas King for our hearts, life transformation, and peace in our world.
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Go Make Disciples
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
In Acts 6, we see the Apostles walk the Church to maturity in their faith. For the first time the Church is referred to as "Disciples". And we see that the Disciples are multiplying greatly! This was Jesus' plan from the beginning. To make Disciples who would make disciples in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the World. Have we moved from simply following Jesus to being a Disciple-Making Disciple?
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Will Fear End the Story?
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Everything seemed to be falling into place for the Church. That is until fear stepped into chapter 5. Today, we see how fear can end the Gospel story or push us further into Trust, Following , and Engagement. What will fear do to your story?
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Living Boldly: The needed next step
Pastor Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Jesus relationally grew the disciples to be more like Him. This was a process where they came and saw who He was, accepted the call to follow Him, and then to take the next step! Today in the Chapters 3 & 4 of Acts, we see the Disciples walk the Church through the same process. Today, they are challenged to take the needed next step in living boldly like Jesus and for the mission of Jesus. What is your needed next bold step?
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Acts: Follow Me
Pastor Mitch Corea, Student Ministries
Near the end of Acts chapter 2, we read of 3,000 new believers being saved and baptized. The obvious question one must ask when first professing faith in Jesus is: What now? It's assumed that our life will change when choosing to follow Jesus, but how? What does that mean? Today we take a look at what the apostles did with these new believers in the early church and how it is modeled after what Jesus had done with them during His earthly ministry. The hope is that we will be inspired and perhaps challenged to live a life following Jesus as they did and teach others to do the same.
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Acts: The Church That Multiplies
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
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Acts: Come and See
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Do we realize how intimately tailored Pentecost was for the Jews? In Acts 2 we see the Holy Spirit come in power just as promised. But we also see Him come in a way that spoke directly to the people so that they could hear the good news. This demonstration of power was an opportunity for the Jews of many nations to COME AND SEE the good news of Jesus the Messiah. Was Peter ready for this opportunity? Are you ready for the COME AND SEE opportunities that the Spirit wants you to use?
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The Mission Continues
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
Today we unpack Acts 1:8 the thesis, scope, and heart of the Book of Acts. Jesus gives the disciples an impossible mission. One they could not conceivably accomplish on their own. What does it mean to be a witness and to take this message to the end of the world? Could we be a part of continuing this mission?
Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
The book of Acts is the continued account of how the gospel of Jesus went on to change the world. The impact of His life, death, and resurrection moved beyond the twelve disciples. The impact was multiplied as the gospel was passed from person to person and community to community. The gospel was now changing lives and the world around them. Are we a church that still multiplies the impact of the gospel truth? Click on the links below for additional Cascade Church resources.
God Can Handle Your Pain
Pastor Nat Hettinga, Regional President, Converge Northwest
Life is messy, painful and often chaotic. What do we do with our disappointment and hurt? King David grappled with the problem of bringing his pain to God and provides a powerful example to us.
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Identity
Pastor Michael Lodge
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Identity
Pastor Michael Lodge
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Imago Dei
Pastor Michael Lodge
Beginnings matter and lay a foundation for who we are. In the beginning of the Bible, we find out Who God is and what He intended for humanity. Unlike anything else in creation, we bear the Image of God! That gives us value, purpose, and the ability to reflect His divinity.
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Identity
Pastor Michael Lodge
Our culture, world, and each individual is in a desperate search for Identity. Who am I? Who are we? Where do I belong? What do I do? These are questions deep in everyone's minds. We try to ground our identity in weak foundations of an ever changing world. But God designed us to ground our identity in Him. Today we see the importance of understanding His story and why it's so important to our identity. Identity shapes our being and directs our actions.
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Stepping out of Rest into Work!
Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
The Rest of Sabbath comes to a close now it's time to step back into work. How do we prepare ourselves to step into the Work God calls us to?
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Resting In His Blessings
Pastor Michael Lodge
We spend a day in the Word of God to find rest in the person of God. We also find Sabbath rest in the blessings God speaks over us. The Word is not only His history. It is also the history of God making man find their new identity in Him. Every story in the Word is an account of God changing people through His grace and peace. There is power in resting in His blessings every Sabbath. Power that can change our lives and restore rest and peace in our lives.
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Rest in the Lion’s Shadow
Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
We know we need to stop, remember, and rest on our Sabbath. We have looked at the tools God has given us to help us rest. Prayer, solitude, fasting, and worship are an important ways of finding rest. Today we look at the most necessary tool He has given us to usher us into rest. A tool that the day has always revolved around. We need the word of God to lead us into a deeper understanding of who the Lion of Judah is and how He leads us to rest.
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Worship: Stop, Remember, Respond & Rest
John Reynolds, Family Ministries Pastor
Worship. What does that even mean? When we gather together to worship God through our praises what should that look like? This week we are going to look at and practice stopping, remembering, responding and resting in our worship of God.
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Finding rest in solitude and fasting
Stu Hezlep, Pastor & Missionary
The discipline of Solitude is less about a remote location and more about being free from external distractions. In the same vein the discipline of Fasting is about having self control over your body and all the internal distractions within it.
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Prayer: Part of entering God’s rest
Pastor Dan Bushy
Prayer is an important part of being able to enter into God's rest. Prayer activates our faith, faith produces obedience to the Holy Spirit and obedience enables us to enter into God's rest of faith
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Finding Real Rest
Pastor Michael Lodge
Have you ever gotten to the end of a day off only to feel like it was wasted? How can you have time off and feel less rested than when you were working? Many of us waste our Sabbath because we don’t know how to find real rest. Today we find the third element to complete our Sabbath. Stop… Remember… and Rest in Worship. Something happens deep inside of us when we take the time to find rest in worshiping who God is! Do you want to find real rest? It’s already been given to you! Why are you living life without it?
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July 17th, 2022 - Remember
Pastor Michael Lodge
Now that we have stopped… What do we fill our stopping with. In Exodus we receive a similar Sabbath command. Remember the Sabbath to keep it Holy. In our stopping we REMEMBER who Jesus is! Sabbath is a day to fill ourselves and be changed by the power of remembering all that Jesus has done for us. Today we will see how the Jews used the Sabbath to set up speed bumps of Remembrances to bring them back to central points around the Messiah.
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STOP for Real Rest
Pastor Michael Lodge
We live busy lives in a busy culture. “How are you?” Is typically responded to with “Great… just busy.” But is our busyness depleting us? Does our fast paced life keep us from experiencing real rest? God doesn’t only command us to rest; He also blesses us with the gift of a day of rest. Today, we look at Deuteronomy 5:12 and see what a blessing it is to STOP and find real rest.
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His Prayer For You
Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus prayed for you! No really on April 3, 33 AD in the cool of the night in the Garden of Gethsemane Jesus prayed specifically for you. Today we look at this amazingly intimate prayer and are guided by His prayer for us.
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June 26th, 2022 - Having a Theology of Suffering: The Path through the Greatest Distraction
Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus warned the disciples that life would not be easy and there would be trials and tribulation. In His final moments with the disciples, Jesus wanted to warn them of the greatest distraction that could cause them to fall away from everything He desired for them. Jesus wanted them to know that the promise was not to avoid suffering in life but that He would be with them in the midst of their suffering. Does your suffering cause you to fall away from Jesus? What if your suffering could cause you to fall into His joy and peace?
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The Greatest Gift: LIFE Through the Spirit
Pastor Michael Lodge
A car is pretty useless without its engine. Imagine having a completely restored 1969 Chevy Stingray in your garage. But you never drive it. You keep it covered up and rarely even look at it. That’s very similar to living our life ignoring the Spirit in us. He is the engine in our life that empowers us, convicts us, and leads us into everything that’s true. It’s time for us to find Life through Him!
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The Greatest Gift: LIFE IN the Spirit
Pastor Michael Lodge
The connection to finding LIFE IN Jesus is the Holy Spirit. The greatest gift Jesus has given us outside of salvation. More than just knowing who He is, Jesus wants us to live IN the Spirit. What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit?
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The Greatest Gift: LIFE and the Spirit
Pastor Michael Lodge
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The Life of Christ
Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus has left us an example of life that we can follow! We can have His mind, His heart, and His life. Jesus' life was lived to give us an example of what it looks like to be fully alive. When He proclaimed to be the way, the truth, and the life, He was giving us the tools to experience life fully alive in His name. As we are sanctified, we should become more fully alive. Where are you in finding life in His name?
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The Mind of Christ Pastor Mitch Corea
Jesus left His disciples with a command to "Love one another as He loved them". What is new about that? What does it really mean to love like this? As Jesus' disciples we should develop a heart for each other that reflects His heart towards us; a heart of genuine love, full of grace and truth for one another. We should desire to see others know the love of Christ as we do.
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The Mind of Christ
Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus begins our sanctification with a foundation that shapes our identity. The example He gives us in John 13 shapes our image from the inside out. This example is more than a one time action. It is the symbol that was manifested through all of Jesus’ life. What does it mean for us to take on the image of a servant and follow Christ?
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Sitting at the Table with Jesus
Pastor Michael Lodge
Today, we jump into Part 3 of the John series. Over the next several weeks, we will be looking at the fuel for our sanctification. We will be reading the most expansive and intimate conversation Jesus had with His disciples leading up to His death on the cross. Are you ready to follow Jesus and really become like Him? It's my hope that we realize how much we need Jesus and His words!
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Belief Bears Fruit
Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus closes out His public ministry in this section of John chapter 12. In these verses, Jesus clearly lays out what it looks like to respond to His message and believe in His name. Belief in Jesus should not only lead us to abundant life but to the fruit of abundant lives! What does this look like in your life? Have you truly responded in belief?
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"It is finished" is only the beginning!
Pastor Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
Those that encountered the risen Lord Jesus Christ had their lives transformed, never to be the same again! It continues to be true today! Discover the “how” to walk in resurrection power in daily life!
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Easter Matters! Pastor Nate Hettinga
Easter 2022! The Bible uses the imagery of shepherds and lambs a LOT! Why? Because everybody wants a shepherd and everybody needs a lamb. This Easter, we’ll find that Jesus is BOTH!
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Who Do You Say He Is?
Pastor Nate Hettinga
Mary got it. Judas missed it. The crowds got caught up in the moment.
Passion week is a week to prepare ourselves and to have an honest conversation. Do I really get Him? Do I really know who He is? If so… what do I do with that?
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April 3rd, 2022 - I AM the Resurrection
Pastor Michael Lodge
Today we look at the last of the seven signs recorded in John. This was the last sign, the greatest sign, the most impossible sign, and the most significant sign. Jesus used this sign to paint the clearest picture of who He came to be in our lives. Jesus came so that we may die to self and find new and abundant life in His name!
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John Reynolds - Family Ministries Pastor
Hanukkah is the celebration of God’s deliverance and victory over oppressive enemies. The Light overcame the darkness. In the wake of this celebration, Jesus steps in to talk about the security only found in His victory. My sheep know my voice, I give them eternal life, and NO ONE is gonna take you out of my hands. I and the Father are ONE. You can trust me and find security in me. In Jesus alone, we find that we have a true hope secured.
How to ENJOY Reading Your Bible
Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
Reading and studying the Bible is a "should" for so many people. Let's look at the mindset and tips for turning "should" into "want."
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I AM the Good Shepherd!
Joel Madson, Missions Pastor
Jesus is the Good shepherd! He knows us and calls us by name. The Good Shepherd has called us into life and a life that is abundant! There are times we settle for less than what God has for us. Let's put away the empty things where we try to gain meaning in life and embrace the fulness of what God has for us!
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I Am The Door
Mitch Corea, Student Ministries Pastor
There are many things in this life and in our culture that promise life. Jesus makes a bold statement when He claims that He is the door of the sheep. He is the only means to life, freedom and salvation. This door is open to all of those that are His sheep.
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Identity
Nate Hettinga, Regional President Converge Northwest
We hear a lot about identity these days. Some say “you’re just born this way.” Jesus has an encounter with a man born blind and challenges his identity — making a powerful statement about who Jesus really is AND how we are to view ourselves.
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I AM the Joy of Belonging
We all have a need to belong. Our family, heritage, history, and sense of being connected to something is incredibly important to us. Jesus wants us to find the joy of being connected to His family. If we believe in who He is then we are given the right to become the children of His family. When we understand who we are in His family we discover more of the joy of His abundant life.
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I Am the Light of the World
When Jesus declares who He is, we also find what He provides for us. Jesus was making a bold statement at the end of the Feast of Tabernacles to be the Light of the World. Jesus was making a declaration of God’s presence, power, wisdom, and truth. Jesus also said whoever followed Him in His light would be free from darkness. How does your life change when you are walking in His presence, power, wisdom, and truth? Do you want a life of freedom?
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I Am the Joy of the Word
Jesus came to fulfill the law and set us free from sin and death. Today we see the joy of the Word made real for the adulterous woman. We all have our moment that we wish we could erase from our life. A moment that brings shame and sometimes defines our life. Jesus came to address that moment, not with judgement or shame but grace and joy.
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I AM Joy Eternal
Jesus shouts out I AM at the culmination of this Feast. In the midst of the crowded Temple Jesus claims to be the “I AM” of everything symbolized in this great feast. I am… salvation, forgiveness, restoration, refuge, provision, passion, resolve, wisdom, victory, and renewed fellowship with God my Father! I am the Joy of Living Waters! That sounds like something I want to be connected with. Have you walked away or ignored your well of joy?
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Lavished to Live
There is no mistaking a sheep that has been anointed. They smell, look, and live anointed. When the shepherd lavishes the anointing oil onto the sheep everything changes in that sheep's life. David paints a beautiful picture of how his life was changed through God's anointing. The good news for us is that our Shepherd wants to lavish us with His love! And that can change everything for our lives. Are you living in His lavished anointing?
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I AM the Only Bread of Life
At the end of John 6, we see Jesus make, what some could consider, the greatest leadership mistake of His ministry. Just the day before, Jesus had over 10,000 Jews cheering for Him to be King. On the next day, Jesus delivered His most offensive message that turned the majority of them away. This doesn't seem to be the best choice when it comes to starting a movement. Or was it? Jesus made a very exclusive claim. I AM your only source of satisfaction. I AM your only source of salvation. Will you come only to me? Jesus is looking for followers that are desperate for Him. How will you respond to His message?
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I AM Peace for the Fear
The more we KNOW Him, the greater we will TRUST Him. The more we trust Him, the more deeply we will find rest in His abundant life. It seems so simple doesn’t it? The less we KNOW Him, the greater anxiety and fear will become in times of need. We live in a time where fear and anxiety is crippling our nation. We live in a time where knowing who He is should be critical for our lives. What a gift it is to receive His peace in place of our fear.
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I AM More Than Enough
It’s a new year! How is it going to go? How will it be compared to last year? Will you have enough to find joy and contentment amidst all of our world’s deficiencies? Today, we find Jesus beginning to reveal to the world who He is! Jesus reveals to the world that He is more than enough for us to find an abundance of life through Him. Will this be the year that you learn to rest in His enoughness?
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Psalm 19: Keys to Abundant Life
If we seek after abundant life, we need to recognize who God is, know his Word, and seek to live according to it. How much do we actually want the abundant life God offers us? That answer is found in examining the words that we say and the things that we think about.
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Walking in Compassion for Abundant Life
Jesus offers us abundant life, but the enemy wants us to follow him toward death. We have to follow Jesus to turn from death and find this eternal life. Sanctity of Life is not a political or social issue, it has always been about finding abundant life. If we are to follow Jesus' example we can not just hold a political opinion, we must follow His example and walk with those who are in need. We must walk with them for their abundant life. This is a Disciple-making toward Abundant Life!
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Created for Abundant Life
The debates over abortion are national, political, and all over our society. But for those who follow Jesus, it is not a political or social issue. It is central to theology, pervasive in scripture, and reflective of the life of Jesus. God is the creator of life that is made for Him and for His purposes. Abortion deny's all of this. We are called to follow in Jesus' example and hold to truth while we demonstrate grace and compassion. We are called to have more than just an opinion. We are called to step into life and come alongside those who are hurting and walk them into abundant life.
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For Abundant Life
Jesus makes a bold and clear declaration in John chapter 5 that has echoed throughout the centuries. Jesus stands in the middle of the busy streets of Jerusalem on the most crowded day to declare “I am the Son of God that has come to give LIFE”. The message that led Jesus to His death on the cross leads us to life! Today we see what Jesus really means when He talks about Life and Death.
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The Spoken Word of John 6-10
Keith Ferrin - Author & Speaker
Today, we're going to walk through chapters six through ten of John. We're simply going to "soak" in the passage.
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The Spoken Word of John 1-5
Keith Ferrin - Author & Speaker
Today we're going to walk through the first five chapters of John. We're simply going to "soak" in the passage.
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What you really want
Many of us think we know what we want in life. But have you ever gotten everything you've been looking for only to find it's not what you were looking for? In John 5, Jesus makes a big splash by openly declaring to the world "I am what you really want".
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You Just Barely Missed Him
“Close only counts with horseshoes and grenades” is something I heard my Dad say a million times. In this passage in John we see a man almost miss finding Jesus. And we see examples of people who were close, but “just missed” finding Jesus. What are the things that distract us from finding the true source of living water and eternal life?
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Made for This
It's never enough, is it? I'm not sure what "it" is, but in life, we all find that "it" doesn't quite cut it. Maybe we have been looking in the wrong place. When we realize that we were made to worship God, so many things fall into place. Today, we step into a conversation that started 2000 years ago but can change our lives today.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Expectations affect experience. This is just as true in our faith as it is in life. But how do we form reasonable expectations that lead to a joyful experience in our faith life? That has everything to do with how we position ourselves in life. As we hear the words of John the Baptist, we find something foundational for our faith. Right position before God sets appropriate expectations that lead to a joyful experience! Are you positioned to experience abundant life?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
There have been many defining moments in history. Events that caught people's attention and changed the course of humanity. In John Chapter 2. Jesus wasn’t just pitching a fit. Jesus was getting everyone’s attention to change their understanding of life! Don’t miss what Jesus is trying to say. What have we filled our Temple with and how does Jesus fill our Temple?
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Scott Ridout, President of Converge
The life Jesus wants us to live is a life of authenticity - trusting God and others with the real me. However, to experience authenticity, there must be vulnerability.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus' first miracle laid a foundation for the rest of His ministry. Jesus was not just the life of the party. Jesus was demonstrating how He breathes abundant life into every area of our lives through His redemption story!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We ended last week with this foundation: the Supreme-Creator-All Powerful-Life Giver can be known! This week we see the next foundation. If we can know and experience this Jesus, then He will become to us a message that is meant to be shared! The first people who believed and knew Jesus could not keep Him to themselves? Have we found Jesus as something that has to be shared?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
John’s message was a wake up call to the world. If you want to find life, it starts with understanding that this is a big message, with life impact, that changes everything. John sets four alarms that should shake our spirits awake. This prologue introduces us to the center of all things and life for all times. It’s a wake up call! Do you understand what it means to meet this Jesus? If so, it sets the stage to find a whole new life!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
John's gospel was written to a people very similar to us. John chose very specific events and words from Jesus to challenge and encourage the world around him. Many people were defining truth to meet their own needs. Others were trying to find life in an empty religion. John was sharing the message that abundant life could only be found in Jesus Christ.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
The Jews that were being written to lived in hard times. They were under immense pressure, persecution, and heavy life circumstances. In the midst of this they were called to run a race. As we read in Hebrews 13 we find that it is not a solo race of survival. They were called to thrive in the mission of Jesus' life and run the race together.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We face difficult questions in our world today. What do we do? Where do we go? How do I live in a world that is in conflict with God's truth? We are not the first to wrestle with these questions. We have generations of believers that have helped answer and give us a model on how to hold fast to these answers in the midst of great weariness. Take comfort! We can fix our eyes on Jesus and trust Him to lead us to the right answers. Hold fast and don't give up!
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Pastor John Reynolds
As Christians, we are called to run the race God has laid out before us. We are not people who run without direction. We are motivated by the Gospel and need to intentionally focus our time and efforts to strengthen our faith, train and prepare ourselves and others, and remember those who are running ahead of us and need our prayers and support.
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Pastor Dan Bushy
God has called us to be His ambassadors to the ends of the earth. To do this, we need to understand the keys needed to become more mission-minded. 1) Embrace God’s heart for World Missions. 2) See that the fields are ripe for harvest. 3) Mobilize both people and resources for the unfinished task. 4) Be committed to release and support missionaries both locally and internationally. 5) Be committed to completing the task of the Great Commission. 6) Ask God for a new release of pioneer missionaries to be sent out.
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Pastor John Reynolds
As Christians, God has fired the starting gun of the race. Are you running it? And if so, are you running with the courage that comes from your trust in God’s character & promises? Today, we look at stories of courage from Joshua and Eric Liddell.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Run like Jesus! He has given us an example to follow so let's study how He ran and run in the same way! Today we look at Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well and we see Jesus' unparalleled skill at speaking truth around sensitive issues with grace. This is a skill that we have to learn if we are to run in this world with the Gospel. How do we compassionately share the truth around such hot button issues? They won't hear unless we learn how to speak! Let's run like Jesus!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Does anyone really enjoy running? Only those genetically built to run can actually enjoy it right? At least that's the excuse I hide behind. Today we find that when it comes to faith, God created us to run. He has designed us with unique attributes to run the race before us. As we run, we find that we fulfill our role in bearing His image to the world! Are we doing something with the talents God has designed us with?
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Michael Lodge, Speaking Pastor
We are not called to be spectators in our faith. Jesus calls us to participate in this race of faith we have in life. Not only did Jesus give us an example to follow; we have a history of heroes who have gone before us demonstrating how we can run. So who is encouraging you and how are you running the race this summer?
Stu Hezlep, Pastoral Intern & Missionary
A look at the life of Elijah and how it can impact us as new covenant believers.
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Pastor Nate Hettinga
We are on mission here, near & far! What does it look like for a church to be on mission “near”? Cascade has the DNA of a church planting church. What will it take for you to continue to be on mission for the next generation of disciple-making and church multiplication?
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Pastor Joel Madson
How are we to fulfill the words of Jesus in Acts 1:8 that we are to be witness in our Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the ends of the earth? We will answer this question with practical actions we can take.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
The Great Commission is our call to live out the legacy of Jesus. We have been given the purpose of living the life of Jesus and taking His good news to the world. We have a purpose to share in the passion of Jesus' life! What does it look like for us to live that legacy out here in Monroe?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We need the Word of God for our broken lives to be restored into the likeness of Jesus. Our world needs the Word of God as the only source for its restoration! Our world is desperately trying to fix its own problems with the best answers it can find. But every worldly answer is a lesser gospel that can not address its brokenness. The world needs us to value the Word of God and help it find its way back to its Creator.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
How solid is the foundation of your life? Every house has to have a solid foundation! And the same is true for the foundation of our life. The world gives us several options to build our foundation with. However, Jesus calls us to make His words the foundation for everything for our lives! The only thing that can fix our broken lives is finding Jesus through His Word. We need a Word-Centered life as the solution for our broken lives.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Is my faith only individual and are groups optional? That’s a question that frames much of our life experience in Jesus. In Acts we find only 16 verses that describe the first 14 years of Paul’s new life in Jesus. These 16 verses created the foundation for the next 10 years of Paul’s life on the road. In these first 16 verses Paul gives a face to the 10,000 unnamed early converts. How were these converts cared for and discipled? How did what Paul experienced frame how Paul set up the early church to explode with growth? The answer to all of these questions is the necessary shift from ‘me’ to ‘we’.
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Pastor John Reynolds
The first Christians were known as people of The Way. People who were fiercely committed to the reality that Jesus is The Only Way, that He alone is the way, the truth, and the life. This led them to form small groups/churches where they were deeply known, cared for, grown, and held accountable to fulfill Jesus’ Great Commandment and Commission. This week we look at The Way and what that means for us today.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We all have a graduation moment. A time that is defining and gives us opportunity to take the next step in life and maturity. That graduation moment for the disciples was Jesus’ invitation to become fishers of men. This moment required bold moves by Jesus and His disciples. As the disciples followed Jesus in these bold moves you see them take a giant step in life and maturity. What is your bold move that will give you the same opportunity?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Do you remember when it all started? What got you into your favorite pastime, job, or relationship? Everything has a beginning and the beginning often sets the tone for everything that follows. Today we look at the beginning of Jesus’ relationship with the disciples and find out how we can make a beginning with someone else.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
2000 years ago Jesus didn’t intend to “start” a new religion. He brought humanity into a new reality. Instead of focusing on changing the world Jesus focused on changing a group of men that would change the world. Jesus started a movement that would redefine reality forever. We are here because of that movement. So let’s see the movement so we can step into the movement with Jesus.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
God did not make us to be hoarders of His grace storing His blessings away in buckets. If we understand and deeply experience His grace we find that we must become generous allowing His grace and blessings to overflow from our lives into others. When we are generous we change the temperature of our life and experience a cycle of grace that changes the world. We are made to live generously like Jesus!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Paul was known to say “Follow me as I follow Christ." The goal of every disciple is to be like Jesus! Today we discover generosity to be the thermometer that reveals how ‘like Jesus’ we are becoming.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus left us an example to follow for life. This example moves us from just loving God to loving people. When our life story is all about us we fall into a rut and have little to live for. Jesus invites us into His life story that involves loving people like He loved people. It’s time to tell a better story. It’s time to step into His story!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
On Friday we see a demonstration of “NO greater love” when Jesus took on the full weight and punishment of our sin. On Resurrection Sunday we see an opportunity for us to KNOW this greater love in a significant way. Easter is an invitation for us to come and see who Jesus really is, put our faith in Him, and find new life. Have you responded? Do you Know His Great Love?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We find two expressions of worship around Palm Sunday. Mary’s sacrificial worship and the city’s empty worship. As we listen to Peter’s words we ask the question “What does your worship express?” The more you know, love, and admire Jesus the more expressive your worship becomes.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
John and Peter gave us an incredible word of encouragement when they called us to follow in Jesus example of life as they did. We can walk as Jesus walked! We can Love God as Jesus loved God! The same skills, attitudes, and tools that Jesus used to love God are available to us. The question is ‘Are we utilizing the same things Jesus used to love God’? Today we look at Jesus relationship with the Word of God and how it helped Jesus Love God.
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Pastor John Reynolds
In this second message of our Reconnect series, you were made to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength (Matthew 22:36-37).
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Most of us know what L3 means. Love God, Love People, and Life Generously. Today we want to reconnect with our vision in a deeper way. When we understand that we were made on purpose and for a purpose then we find a more robust understanding of L3. Today we want to introduce two words that will help us apply L3 in life giving ways.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Paul ends his letter by driving home his main point- You have to remain In Jesus Christ! If there is any hope to find His blessings. If there is any hope to find our relationships restored. If there is any hope to show our world the mystery of His love. Then we can only find this hope IN JESUS CHRIST. We have an enemy and a war being waged against us. This enemy’s plan is to keep us from being in Jesus. Are we doing everything we can to stay in Jesus?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Jesus knows if He can redeem our hearts then He can redeem our relationships. Paul has looked at how our inner transformation should also change our relationships in our church body and our family. Today Paul looks at the change that can happen in the one relationship that could have been filled with the most tension. If Jesus can redeem the relationship between masters and slaves, then Jesus can redeem any relationship that is affected by the tension of authority.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
What does it mean to be a marriage IN CHRIST? The church was asking this question. The city of Ephesus had a dark understanding of what this relationship looked like. Multiple wives, multiple concubines, multiple trips to the temple for “worship”... In chapter five, Paul spent less time writing about what was prohibited and more time celebrating what Jesus had to offer in the married relationship. Our marriages as believers are on display for the world to see! Are we offering a better option than what the world has to offer?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
After pumping the Ephesians up in the truths of the Light of Jesus, Paul turns his attention first to how this truth helps us become that same light to the body of Christ. Before we can be a light to the world we have to see this reality in our faith family. God has a big vision for the church at Ephesus. This big vision is only possible if every member realizes they have a role to play and call to answer. God has given us the same call as a church in Monroe! Are we hearing and answering the call He has placed on our lives?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
When we understand the Covenant made through Christ, we find ourselves in a new family. Jesus tore down the wall of hostility that separates us from our Father. And when we look around we see the opportunity to lay down other dividers that defined us and separated us from each other. We now have a new family identity that unifies is and brings peace!
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Paul has been lavishing the Ephesians with an amazing message of God’s grace. As we move into chapter two, we find that this message isn’t meant just for their ears and hearts. The church in Ephesus had lives that reflected God’s grace. How can we keep our hearts sensitive to this message so that we not only receive this message of grace but reflect this message with changed lives?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
We have lived through and are living through a traumatizing time. Many will probably suffer from some form of PTSD. The Church in Ephesus was living through a traumatizing time as well. They could easily ask “What do we do with what has been done to us?” Instead, Paul redirects their attention and asks “What do you do with this life transforming truth?” Because the Church focused on this truth their lives were transformed and they experienced Post Traumatic Growth in Christ. Circumstances change all the time and can negatively affect our lives. But today choose to follow the Ephesians example and focus on the life transforming truth that overcomes all of life circumstances.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Paul starts his letter to Ephesus by looking at what it means to be in Jesus. Paul sets the tone for the next two chapters by centering the believer “in Jesus”. God set out a plan from the beginning of time for His children to be found “in Jesus”. As Paul unfold’s what it means we find that there is no better place to be than in Jesus.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
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Pastor Dan Bushy
Today we are called by God to go in and possess our promised land. In Numbers 32 we get the story of 2 tribes who didn't keep following God's call on their lives and we learn 3 lessons about finishing the race in God's kingdom.
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Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
A house we want to "dwell in forever" would have seven characteristics. Not only does Psalm 23 unpack them, but the birth, life, death, and resurrection of our Good Shepherd shows what it actually looks like.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
By-product: a secondary result, what is inevitably produced in doing or producing something else. Today we find the by-product of God’s goodness is His loving kindness. David gives us the picture of what the sheep leave behind when in the care of the Almighty Shepherd. If we stay in God’s goodness we will produce His loving kindness. What trail are you leaving behind?
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Pastor Michael Lodge
The sheep are walking out of the valley weary from walking in the valley. They look up in the distance to see the hope of their next camp of rest. The table prepared by the Shepherd. The table is a destination of rest, contentment, and safety. The table is a destination that fills the sheep’s heart with hope. Today we are called to raise our banner of hope and step into the life that Jesus calls us to.
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Pastor Nate Hettinga
If ever we needed comforting, it’s now! The shepherd in Psalm 23 provides care to the sheep in an unexpected way — and that same comfort is available to us today.
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Pastor Michael Lodge
Walking through the Valley of the Shadow of Death is part of everyone’s life. The gift the Shepherd gives is a peace that becomes a reality greater than the pain. Today we follow David’s journey into the valley and find the shepherds help in our greatest need. If we walk with our shepherd he can make us a garden that defies the evil around us.
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Keith Ferrin - Author & Speaker
When we seek our own glory we fall into bad habits with bad results. When the Good Shepherd leads us for His glory it turns out better for everyone.
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Every sheep is important to the shepherd. His eyes are always watching to care and direct his flock. Often times sheep will become cast down and become in need of rescue. Today we find our God the Healer who is eager to restore His sheep back to being upright before Him.
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After being made to find rest the sheep deepen their understanding of their Shepherd's care. The sheep are now ready to be led in the comfort of submission. As they grow in their need for water the faithful Shepherd leads them to what will satisfy their thirst. Only the Shepherd knows where to find still waters in a land dry and arid. Can we find satisfaction in the comfort of submitting to a Shepherd that knows where to lead us?
When we know our Shepherd more something grows within us. The more we understand who He is and what He continues to do in our life, the more at peace we become. In the shadow of our shepherd we find peace and rest. Today explore the four ways our Shepherd watches over us to make us find this rest.
Today we wrap up the One Another series with the make it or break it One Another. Connect with One Another! If we don't connect we can't implement any other one another. In 1 Corinthians 12 Paul uses the analogy of a body to drive home the point that it is not an option to be disconnected. We must connect so we can become who Jesus wants us to be and step into the mission He has called the Church to.
In Galatians 5:13 Paul tells us that our freedom in Christ should be used to serve one another. This idea seems to counter much of what our culture tells us. What does it mean to serve? Why should it be a priority in our lives and how can we do it?
Now more than ever we need encouragement. Hebrews is a book for those struggling to hang on! Today we will be encouraged by the author of Hebrews and hear the call to encourage those around us.
Can we be honest enough to agree that we are not perfect? In an imperfect world filled with imperfect people we are bound to hurt one another. Most of us have a story of unforgiveness. A time when we were wronged, hurt, or misunderstood. It is so easy to block someone on facebook, defriend, and unfollow when relationships get hard. But Jesus calls us to radical forgiveness based on His forgiveness toward us.
Hospitality was a distinctive characteristic of the early church where people felt wanted, accepted and welcomed! Hospitality opens doors into living alongside each other!
Today we start our series on Galatians. Now more than ever we need to be ready to live out and give people the Gospel. But to do that we need to know what the Gospel is! Many times we can become so familiar with something that we have a hard time putting words around it. In this series, we will fall in love with the Gospel. We will see how it changes our lives every day. And hopefully become more passionate about giving the Gospel to a world in need.
The Gospel of Jesus brings new life, and the resurrection is the culmination of the gospel. Join us for our online celebration services as we examine the encounter that changed the Apostle Paul’s life forever and ask the question, “Has the Gospel brought ME new life?”
Galatians 2:1-10, Luke 15:11-32 Today we look at two groups of people and compare them to the Older Brother and the Younger Brother in the prodigal parable. Jesus’ plan is for the gospel to bring us from different places to a unity found in the truth of the pure gospel. Jesus did the work. Jesus died for all. So all can come to Him and be unified in the gospel.
Pastor Joel Madson - Galatians 2:11-21 If the gospel is alive in our lives then our lives should reflect the gospel.
Dan Bushy - Pastor & Missionary. This passage is a call to the church about the great work that Jesus Christ did for us when he died on the cross. It shows us that we can not earn God's righteousness, His forgiveness, His acceptance or His love by our own self-righteous works. We must come to Him in faith for the duration of our Christian walk.
May 10th, 2020 - Pastor Michael Lodge The Gospel is good news that will take a life time to explore! Jesus gives us the free gift of salvation through faith in what He has done. We don't have to earn our salvation by good works. So what happens to the Law? Does it serve a purpose? Today we will see how the Gospel changes our relationship with God and the Law. Something that used to be a burden has now become an expression of Love!
May 10th, 2020 - Pastor Michael Lodge The Gospel is good news that will take a life time to explore! Jesus gives us the free gift of salvation through faith in what He has done. We don't have to earn our salvation by good works. So what happens to the Law? Does it serve a purpose? Today we will see how the Gospel changes our relationship with God and the Law. Something that used to be a burden has now become an expression of Love!
Galatians 5:1-15 What do we do with the Freedom that Jesus has given us? We are so quick to use it for our own selfish purposes. In today's climate and with all the issues facing our Church, Community, and Country we need to hear from the Word of God. Our Freedom is given to us to love our Neighbor!
June 21st, 2020 - The gospel should change everything in our lives. Paul calls us to check our attitudes and be intentional with our relationships in the easy times as well as the difficult times. The gospel changes the way we forgive, challenge, and bear each other’s burdens. The gospel should change the way we relate to our friends, families, and community relationships.
Pastor Michael Lodge - Galatians 6:6-18 Today we wrap up Galatians. This is Paul's final plea for the readers to return to the Gospel and experience it's life-changing love. As we read along can we find our hearts responding to the call of the Gospel!
Pastor Michael Lodge - Galatians 6:6-18 Today we wrap up Galatians. This is Paul's final plea for the readers to return to the Gospel and experience it's life-changing love. As we read along can we find our hearts responding to the call of the Gospel!
His Power from the Pit - Finding God's transforming power in difficult circumstances. Pastor Michael Lodge
In the first chapter of Jesus's Sermon on the Mount he repeats the phrase "but I say" several times. What follows is always a call to more than we would ever call ourselves to.
Jesus's invitation to pray deeply, live generously, worry less, forgive more, and so much more are all dependent upon us hearing his words and living them out. Today we listen...and live. This is "solid foundation" living.
Last week we started the One Another Series. Today we look at the one “One Another” that begins them all! Jesus gave the command to Love One Another to the Disciples to define them and the Church for the rest of time. 2,000 years later this command still challenges us. This One Another is the brand that defines us within the Church and to the world around us. We can’t practice any One Another without first understanding how to Love One Another.
Are you suffering from O.A.D? One Another Deprivation? Then this series is for you and everyone else that follows Jesus! We Need One Another! All through the scriptures we are told to love one another in many different ways. Today we start the series by looking at the churches historical need for the "One Another's" and why we need them today!
June 14th, 2020 Galatians - Galatians 5:16-25
There is a battle that rages in each of us between the flesh and the spirit. As we walk in step with the Spirit we will overcome the flesh and produce the fruit of the spirit.
May 31st, 2020
The Gospel is good news! We have been saved from an old life and adopted into a new family. With that family comes a new family name! Jesus wants to change not only you but your future family line as well! He changes us to change the future. Join us as we study Paul's analogy of our family name.
As followers of Jesus our path is always before us and never behind. Our eyes stay focused on Christ and our identity in Him. This leads us to a life spent loving God, living out the good news, and sharing the gospel wherever God leads us. The gospel is what we love, we live, and we give. What has become of the gospel in you and your identity in Christ?
Galatians 3:25 - 4:7
Pastor Michael Lodge
When we understand our identity as an adopted child of God everything in our life changes! Jesus gives us the Spirit of adoption by which we cry out “Abba”! We now have a new motivation for living life. We get to bear the resemblance of our Father. We have assurance, intimacy, freedom, and an inheritance! When we connect with our lives as children of God we find an exciting new identity to live out!
Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
We live in a society that treats the Bible as an out-of-date, religious text. Maybe it was valuable a long time ago. But not today. Or is it? We'll kick off this 3-week series by exploring why would should read the Bible.
We are overwhelmed with abundance and resources in life. It’s easy to live as if we don’t really need God. Jesus calls us to Fast for the King’s agenda. In fasting we remind ourselves of our great need for God and our need to fall in line with Him. This is a means of grace that He uses to draw us into His presence.
February 9, 2020 - Prayers of Intimacy
Pastor Michael Lodge
We want to have the King's Agenda for our lives personally, and for our church. Today we will see how Jesus calls us into private moments of prayer to hear His voice for our lives. If we want to know His agenda we have to spend time with Him in prayer. Don't miss this invitation to a life of prayer and intimacy!
February 2, 2020
Praying Like Jesus
Keith Ferrin, Author & Speaker
Jesus prioritize prayer. In the Sermon on the Mount - where he's teaching disciples to live like disciples - He shares "how" to pray. We'll look at the model of Jesus and the method of Jesus when it comes to prayer.
January 26, 2020
Pastor Kirk Gendron
Living the L3 Life: We Have a Purpose We Can't Live Without
Living Generously is about recognizing that everything we have, our time, talents and treasure come from God. He expects us to put those things to use to further His kingdom. When we intentionally fulfill this expectation, we find purpose that we can’t live without!
January 26, 2020
Pastor Kirk Gendron
Living the L3 Life: We Have a Purpose We Can't Live Without
Living Generously is about recognizing that everything we have, our time, talents and treasure come from God. He expects us to put those things to use to further His kingdom. When we intentionally fulfill this expectation, we find purpose that we can’t live without!
January 19, 2020
Love People: Life is Better Together
John Reynolds, Senior Associate Pastor
Though we did not deserve it God loved us and sent his Son to show us how much loved us. Our response, as followers of Jesus, can't help but be to share that same love with others. Loving People is the natural expression of God’s love for us. What should that look like in our church? If I’m living the L3 Life what does Loving People really look like?
We want to go into the new decade ready to Love God, Love People, and Live Generously. L3 is who we are at Cascade Church! We want it to be more than a slogan. We want L3 to be the life we each live. Over the next four weeks we will explore what each of these statements mean and how we can live the L3 Life!
We have a better understanding of who we are when we discover WHY we are. Today we hear more of our history as a Church and Denomination and discover why we are the Church we have become. The real "WHY we are" Cascade is anchored in our commitment to Love God! So how do we start to Love God in our personal lives? Everything in our life is anchored to our ability to Love God more deeply.
Dan Bushy, Associate Pastor
As we look at 2020 we need to make sure that we going after God's goal for our lives. Today we are looking at a story of one of the tribes in Israel and how they compromised in their call and didn't go in to possess their promised land. We will see the lessons we can learn from their mistakes and aim to be better ready for what God has in the future for us to do.
Three characters, and not the usual ones, tell their stories of encountering the newborn Messiah. Each character brings their own unique twist in this one-man comedy and drama.
You’ll not only laugh – you’ll come away with a fresh, new perspective on the greatest gift ever given!
The wise men went on quite a journey together. An unexpected journey. We all have our share of unexpected journeys. Let's learn together some of the lessons of the wise men.
Joseph & Mary. Zechariah & Elizabeth. We can learn some lessons from them about how to respond to the unexpected.
Things were growing out of control for the early Church! The Spirit had empowered them to a vision that was accelerating quicker than expected... The Church became a movement known NOT for it's building, programs, or speaker. Church quickly became identified by its radical love for each other. It was a place where lives were transformed, hearts were cared for, needs were met, and the world was changed. What would Cascade Community Church look like if we were transformed by the Spirit and lived transformed together?
Acts 5-6 The Spirit was doing a huge work in Jerusalem! But it was just the tip of the iceberg in the vision of what was to come. How did the Church live in times of such brokenness? If the vision Jesus gave the disciples was going to take hold the people had to own the work! They couldn’t go to church they had to be the church. If the broken world was going to experience Jesus the Church had to become the Body of Christ. How will we live in our broken world?
Acts 2:1-13; 40-41
I’m sure the disciples were struggling with “I miss Jesus”, things aren’t going to be the same without Him” The voice that had led them for three years was gone… But Jesus didn’t leave them without a Vision. Jesus was gone but He gave them a ministry statement and a vision to run with. GO into all the nations and make disciples. Today we will find ourselves in the story of Acts chapter 2 and be encouraged to hear that God has given us a strong vision to run with.
Things were growing out of control for the early Church! The Spirit had empowered them to a vision that was accelerating quicker than expected... The Church became a movement known NOT for it's building, programs, or speaker. Church quickly became identified by its radical love for each other. It was a place where lives were transformed, hearts were cared for, needs were met, and the world was changed. What would Cascade Community Church look like if we were transformed by the Spirit and lived transformed together?
Michael Lodge, Student Ministries Pastor
A brand new series that will take us through the first six chapters of Acts. Learn how the Disciples were led by the Holy Spirit through a great transition, laying a foundation for the greatest movement and growth in church history. The Kingdom of God advanced because the Disciples chose to step into action with the Holy Spirit.
Jesus doesn't save us to leave us where we are. The life of a Jesus follower is a journey and He's not finished with you yet! So press on!
Phil 3
Something's coming - you can feel it.It might be God but you're not sure. How is God going to see us through? The apostle Paul had these thoughts in mind when he writes to the "Church of his Heart" in Philippi. And God's Word has the same message for us today.
September 29, 2019 Nate Hettinga, Lead Pastor I Want to Know Christ - Philippians 3:7-14 Pastor Nate is back from sabbatical and shares his Origin Story of faith and following Jesus, no matter where He leads. The message is centered on Nate's "life verses" in Philippians 3.
Peter is possibly one of the most relatable of Jesus' disciples that we read of in scripture. A normal man, a tradesman, with plans of his own, until one day God called him to something greater. What can and will God do with us if we learn, like Peter, to answer God's call.
James the brother of Jesus, did not believe Jesus was the Messiah, but his life was radically changed when he saw his brother resurrected. He lived the rest of his life seeking to lead others to faith in Jesus. We all get only one life, what will you do with yours?
In all of our stories, there are times of struggle in obeying the voice of God. Today we look at one who ran from God's grand invitation to enter into His story. Jonah, like each of us, had a choice to obey or not. Jonah chose to say "No!" to God because of his cultural bias. God did not give up on Jonah but gave him a second chance to join in God's story.
"It's not me, it's GOD." This sounds so simple and trite and yet it really is the truth for salvation and living salvation out. Today we take a look at how a transformed life is All GOD and how HE includes us, by HIS grace, to be a part of this miracle of new life in JESUS!
Thankfully God has given us examples in scripture to learn from, good and bad. In Abram we see both as he steps out in faith but is shaken along the way. The biggest mistake we can make is not listening and missing the call. God give us ears to hear and hearts to obey.
The heroes of our faith loom large in the epic stories - our stories. Men and women like us, broken and weak, but with courage to believe that our God keeps His promises. Every story pointing to the Promised One. Every act of faith helping us believe, again, that God still tells His story in the lives of those who live by faith.
The heroes of our faith loom large in the epic stories - our stories. Men and women like us, broken and weak, but with courage to believe that our God keeps His promises. Every story pointing to the Promised One. Every act of faith helping us believe, again, that God still tells His story in the lives of those who live by faith.
For over 2000 years, Jesus Christ has been disrupting the status quo. Mark records the life and teaching of the Messiah in vivid detail, revealing how Jesus raised up disciples who were then given the charge to change the world. Jesus and his message of hope are still disrupting lives today. Do you know his story?
Mike Satterfield
God Uses unexpected means in the lives of his devoted ones to make them holy.
A couple days after the Triumphal Entry. A couple days before the Last Supper. Jesus has eight encounters with religious leaders in one day. Each conversation leaves us with a question we need to ask ourselves. Today we'll unpack the eight questions.
A couple days after the Triumphal Entry. A couple days before the Last Supper. Jesus has eight encounters with religious leaders in one day. Each conversation leaves us with a question we need to ask ourselves. Today we’ll unpack these eight questions.
For over 2000 years, Jesus Christ has been disrupting the status quo. Mark records the life and teaching of the Messiah in vivid detail, revealing how Jesus raised up disciples who were then given the charge to change the world. Jesus and his message of hope are still disrupting lives today. Do you know his story?
For over 2000 years, Jesus Christ has been disrupting the status quo. Mark records the life and teaching of the Messiah in vivid detail, revealing how Jesus raised up disciples who were then given the charge to change the world. Jesus and his message of hope are still disrupting lives today. Do you know his story?
Jesus is drilling down on what it means to be his disciple. As the cross looms over the horizon, he calls his followers to "lose yourself in the only cause that matters." #winning
We make thousands of decisions every single day. Most won't really impact our lives all that much. But some decisions really matter. Like the one Jesus asked his disciples to make when he asked, "How about you. . . who do you say that I am?"
For over 2000 years, Jesus Christ has been disrupting the status quo. Mark records the life and teaching of the Messiah in vivid detail, revealing how Jesus raised up disciples who were then given the charge to change the world. Jesus and his message of hope are still disrupting lives today. Do you know his story?
After 5000 people were fed by Jesus, the religious leaders get after him for not washing his hands properly. The Master uses the opportunity to talk about tradition and truth, religion and righteousness. Turns out, the heart of our problem is a problem with our hearts.
Mark loves a good action story -- and today we look at 3 adventures in Jesus' life: the murder of John, feeding 5000 hungry people and Jesus walking on water. In each story, we are reminded that "Jesus is enough!"
In today's message we see Jesus demonstrate His authority in ways that expand the disciples hearts to trust Him more. The more that they trust Him, the more willing they are to follow Him. As we read we will find ourselves asking, "Do I trust Jesus enough to follow Him in my life?"
It's planting season! And where we find Jesus today, he's telling farming stories. Are you satisfied with how the Gospel is growing and changing you? Come along as we unpack the Parable of the Sower.
Whether you recognize it or not, God has been reaching out to you. You've probably had moments that can't be explained, circumstances that just line up, and/or "lucky" events that are inexplicable. Easter is the celebration of God coming near and showing himself to us through Jesus. The question is, "Do you see him?" And what's next?
For Mark, Jesus is Everything! And as he tells stories of Jesus, that theme beats over and over. Who do you say Jesus is?
In these 5 short stories, Mark wants us to see that Jesus is up to something. More than healings, miracles and amazing teaching -- Jesus came to deal with sin. He's changing the game. He's overthrowing religion and establishing his identity and mission -- as Savior of the world.
Have you ever had a "whatever it takes" moment? Jesus is confronted by 4 friends who were crazy enough to tear off a roof in order to get their paralyzed buddy to Messiah's feet. And Jesus' response is#unexpected when he reveals that he has come to earth to do "whatever it takes" to bring us forgiveness and new life!
Jesus begins his public ministry with a bang! He calls ordinary people to follow him -- and then shows what the life of a disciple will look like. We follow Jesus through a very long, very busy day -- and learn how he hears from his Father.
For over 2000 years, Jesus Christ has been disrupting the status quo. Mark records the life and teaching of the Messiah in vivid detail, revealing how Jesus raised up disciples who were then given the charge to change the world. Jesus and his message of hope are still disrupting lives today. Do you know his story? This is the beginning!
"Go, therefore, and make disciples." That's a command from Jesus. So it's kind of important. But what is a disciple? And how do you make one?
The word "disciple" is kind of confusing. We've come to identify "disciple" with a program, class or particular study. But the New Testament doesn't make a distinction between a Christian and a Disciple. To be a believer (Jesus-follower) is to be a disciple. THAT changes things.
Today we begin our series by defining what a disciple is. We look to scriptures to see how Jesus' disciples turned to Him as their lead, made Him their life, and bore the fruit of Jesus. How do we answer the question, "Am I A Disciple?"
The final "Dangerous" prayer is a posture of availability before God. Jonah and Moses were called by God and said "I'm not going" or "Send someone else". Isaiah teaches us to live available, "Here I am. Send me!"
Too often we pray safe prayers. Dangerous prayers are risky and life-stretching. Over the next 21 days we are going to explore some of the dangerous prayers that have been prayed by God's people for thousands of years. We trust God will meet you in a life-changing manner as you pray!
This is probably the MOST dangerous of the prayers we can pray! We spend much of our lives trying NOT to be broken or weak. But what if the life of Jesus is our model? What if Mark 14 illustrates how to live "Broken & poured out" for all of us?
What is God's will for my life?" Ever ask that question in the middle of a decision moment? God's will really isn't that mysterious! In Psalm 143, David teaches us to say, "Lord, teach me to do your will.
Too often we pray safe prayers. Dangerous prayers are risky and life-stretching. Over the next 21 days we are going to explore some of the dangerous prayers that have been prayed by God's people for thousands of years. We trust God will meet you in a life-changing manner as you pray!
The world is big, the world is lost, how can Cascade Church impact this big, lost world?
Where do you want your life to grow in 2019? What if this were to be a breakthrough year for you? What is really worth pursuing?
Deep in an Old Testament genealogy is a guy who encountered the presence of God -- and nothing was ever the same for him (or his family). He discovered what was really "worth it."
When God came near that first Christmas -- he wasn't what we would expect. Rather than a triumphant King, he sent Messiah as a suffering servant. Because in God's economy, the way up is down!
In this final message in the #NoOffense series, Pastor Nate talks about the importance of living our online presence "thoughtfully, carefully & Biblically."
How do we handle being mistreated by those with leadership influence (parents, bosses, pastors)? They should know better, right? The story of David reveals that it is possible to "respond in the opposite spirit" even when a leader creates an opportunity for offense.
Do you have the right to be offended when you have genuinely been mistreated? Joseph's story is a profile in forgiveness and finding freedom from offense. He made a choice to become better rather than bitter.
Why is forgiveness so difficult? And how often do we have to forgive each other? Jesus tells a parable in answer to these questions -- and puts forgiveness in perspective.
What made the disciples cry out asking for more faith? It wasn't seeing the dead brought to life or miracles performed by the Master. It was Jesus' statement that offenses (skandalon) must be forgiven -- over and over and over again.
Our culture is captivated by offense, and captive to it. Broken relationships, frustration and resentment are all too common. We’ve somehow forgotten that careless words divide. Is unity and forgiveness even possible in an age of social media sound-bites? Jesus offers peace, forgiveness, strength AND compassion. We can live free and with #NoOffense.
Jesus tells a story that takes off in an unexpected direction in Luke 16. The dishonest Manager becomes a lesson in living out the Gospel with great intentionality. Is it possible to "take your little bit of time and little bit of wealth and leverage it for eternity?"
With the clock ticking on his time here on earth, Jesus provides a living parable. The cleansing of the temple and the curse of the fig tree are connected! Fruit is the expected outcome of a relationship with God.
4 kinds of soil representing 4 different responses to the "seed" of the Gospel. Jesus helps us understand why we struggle to see real transformation take place in our lives -- AND what we can do next.
Stories get through our defenses. They paint pictures in color and communicate timeless truths in memorable moments. Listen in as we tell the parables of Jesus.
Stories get through our defenses. They paint pictures in color and communicate timeless truths in memorable moments. Listen in as we tell the parables of Jesus.
Who is my neighbor? Jesus tells a story that challenges our categories and presses us to look for opportunities rather than loopholes as we see needs in our world.
Jesus spoke with a sense of urgency in this parable -- calling us to risk and faith for the sake of the Kingdom. Because the stakes are high, the time is short -- and we have the opportunity to make a difference now!
Prayer is one of those things we think we should do more of, but are often confused by the whole process. Jesus' disciples once asked him, "Lord, teach us to pray." He did -- and he included a parable to help illustrate the point.
Have you ever lost something really important to you? Jesus knows what it is to search for that which is lost. The LOST parables mirror the heart of God and remind us that "Grace welcomes you home!"
Jesus teaches from the Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl that the Kingdom of Heaven is worth our all.
Stories get through our defenses. They paint pictures in color and communicate timeless truths in memorable moments. Listen in as we tell the parables of Jesus.
Today Dan Bushy will be speaking on the Parable of the unforgiving servant in Mt 18:21-35. We will be looking at what the bible says about forgiving and being forgiven.
Stories get through our defenses. They paint pictures in color and communicate timeless truths in memorable moments. Listen in as we tell the parables of Jesus.
The Stories series begins with the parable of the rich farmer. Jesus has a way of turning ordinary situations into teachable moments. In Luke 12, he brings a surprising perspective on the topic of “why we have been given so much”.
The Exodus narrative is concluded in this message from Exodus 40. When we see as God sees -- we'll do as God says.
In Exodus 37-39 we see God's people doing "Just as the LORD commanded." This idea of hearing and doing just as the LORD commanded is directly tied to experiencing the presence of God for His people.
Exodus 35-36 tells the story of crazy generosity. From this text we're reminded that Christians are a generous people because we serve a generous God!
This Father's Day, we jump forward in the Exodus journey and address what matters most. What kind of legacy will you leave? What's most important?
Description: Exodus 33-34: If you could have everything you've always wanted, but NOT get the presence of God -- would you take it? That's the situation Israel faced in the desert. And then they made a choice.
Exodus is the story of God making a way for his people. It’s also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus!
Today we will look at Exodus 31. This chapter speaks of two key thoughts, work and rest! In six days God created the world then He rested. The sabbath was established as a sign for the Jews that the Lord is God. Week after week they observed the sabbath as holy to the Lord. It was a reminder to them of who God is. But what does that mean for us today? We will discover how Jesus is the perfect fulfillment of the Sabbath rest and that we are invited to enter the rest of God!
Exodus 27-30 describes how God's people were to approach a holy God. And once again, Jesus is the fulfillment of the "copy" that Exodus records. How has God called you to live as a priest in the world you live in?
To understand the tabernacle of Exodus 25-27 is to better understand Jesus. More than a list of construction docs, the tabernacle is God bringing his presence to the world!
Description: The Book of the Covenant is a list of over 50 additional laws that further the 10 Commands. It's usually fly-over territory when we read the Bible. But what is God up to in all these rules? And how does it all point to Jesus? Exodus 21-24.
Description: What are the 10 Commandments all about? What did they mean for the people of Israel during the Exodus and what do they mean for us today? Let's unpack law and grace!
Exodus 19 is a turning point in the narrative of God’s rescue. What does it mean to be in relationship with Almighty God? What matters most in how we invest our lives. Before the 10 commands are given, we are reminded that “meeting with God is what matters most.”
Exodus is the story of God making a way for his people. It’s also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus!
Control. We all want it -- but it seems to be an illusion. In Exodus 16 &17, God is teaching his people to trust daily in his provision. And, once again, the stories point to Jesus.
We all search for something to make life meaningful. What if the answer was right in front of us all along? What if Easter actually shows us the Way?
“Those who do not learn from history are destined to repeat it.” Exodus 15 starts with a song of worship in response to Israel’s deliverance. Then, we find the Hebrews entering a cycle that will repeat for 40 years in the wilderness. And from their story, we can learn from history — and avoid repeating their mistakes.
Exodus is the story of God making a way for his people. It’s also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus!
Exodus is the story of God making a way for his people. It’s also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus!
God is relentlessly answering the question of Pharaoh (and us), “Who is the Lord, that I should listen to his voice?” And God’s answer may be surprisingly good news!
What do you do when God speaks to you? Exodus 7 is the story of how 2 individuals respond when God's Word comes to them: Moses & Pharaoh. How they respond has everything to do with what happens next.
Moses is walking proof that “God does His best work in impossilbe situations.” In chapter 6, we find our unlikely hero hearing from God and stepping forward in faith, despite a broken past and a shaky faith.
Israel has begun to have hope for the first time in a long. But in chapter 5, hope is crushed. How do we survive disappointment?
When have you felt closest to God? In Exodus 3, God reveals himself as both above (transcendent) and here with us (immanent). He is the "I AM" and we get to proclaim, "I'm with Him!"
Exodus is the story of God. We see Him make a way for his people --- often in surprising fashion! Yet, there are moments when we wonder if God is going to come through for us. This message from Exodus 2 reminds us that God sees and God knows.
Exodus Is the story of God making a way for his people. It's also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus.
Exodus Is the story of God making a way for his people. It's also the story of how God makes a way for us today. Come along on the journey as we discover Jesus in the Exodus.
Today we will explain the understanding of Joy and how we can find it despite the circumstances around us. Our Savior came to earth 2000 years ago and His works have sent out an eternal shock wave of Joy. How do you find your life lost in His Joy?
Peace. Everybody wants it, few of us seems to have it. Messiah is promised to be the Prince of Peace and to bring us peace with God. Pastor Nate continues the Advent season from Isaiah 61 and Luke 4.
At the start of Advent season, we're reminded that the way of Jesus is radically counter-cultural! Isaiah predicted that Messiah would appear as a "Suffering Servant" and that the "way up is down."
The origin story of the Church ends in Acts 28. Or does it? Is it possible that you/I are living out Acts 29 as Jesus continues to change lives through his people? Nothing can stop the Gospel!
The Apostle Paul was the greatest church planter in history. And at the end of his 3rd planting trip, he says farewell to likely his favorite church. In Acts 20, we get a glimpse into the heart of a leader who is relentlessly focused on giving his life away for the sake of others. From Paul, we are encouraged to "live to give."
The early days of the church experienced exponential growth. The church in certain persecuted countries currently experience similar rates of growth. When we realize that we are "The Sent" we will see exponential growth in our country.
What does it take to become a "real" Christian? Over the years, each culture and generation has said, "Believe in Jesus." And then subltly added, "And follow the rules." In Acts 10-11, God shows Peter that Jesus died for everyone. Even those from different backgrounds than ours.
The Apostle Paul was a world-changer. Arguably, he was the greatest church planter to ever live. But he didn't start out the way we remember him. From his salvation story, we are reminded that God can and will use anyone! Because God doesn't call the prepared -- he prepares the called.
The hope of the world is Jesus Christ. And God has chosen to use his Church to carry the message of Jesus. Which is sort of crazy -- because the church is made up of people who are ordinary, broken and in process. What was God thinking? The New Testament book of Acts tells the story.
Before we can ever accomplish God's plan for the church, we must first engage in what it takes to actually be the church.
In light of current events (mass shootings, hurricanes and earthquakes) -- we're left asking big questions. Like, "what is the hope of the world?" Pastor Nate speaks from Acts 2, proclaiming "The hope of the world is Jesus Christ. Period."
Often overlooked, underestimated or misunderstood -- the role of the Holy Spirit is mission-critical. Pastor Nate describes the work of the Spirit from John 16 and Acts 2. Jesus followers and the church itself are absolutely dependent on the power of the Spirit!
The hope of the world is Jesus Christ. And God has chosen to use his Church to carry the message of Jesus. Which is sort of crazy -- because the church is made up of people who are ordinary, broken and in process. What was God thinking? The New Testament book of Acts tells the story.
For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
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Romans 12 tells us to “be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” But how do we do that? Psalm 26 seems to be one of the Psalms David wrote as a tool for “renewing his mind.” We can learn a lot from David’s short Psalm.
We are invited to lean into a personal relationship with the creator God who will be our protection and provide a refuge from the storms of life.
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For over 2500 years Christians all over the world have read, prayed, sung these ancient songs. The Psalms contain some of the most beautiful poetry ever created and they express our deepest emotions about God and the world around us. Dive into the Psalms with us this summer and we experience the most widely read and well known book of the Bible.
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What would happen if we took the Great Commandment literally? And what if we started with loving our neighbors in our very own neighborhood?
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What would happen if we took the Great Commandment literally? And what if we started with loving our neighbors in our very own neighborhood?
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What would happen if we took the Great Commandment literally? And what if we started with loving our neighbors in our very own neighborhood?
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If we get our friends right, the right friends set us up for success. The flip side of this is true too…If we get our friendships wrong, they can set us up for more pain, trials, struggle and more destruction than I can explain. Who are you running with?
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Does God really hear our prayers? Why do some prayers never seem to get answered? Does it matter what we say when we pray? Join us as we wrap up four weeks examining these and other questions we have about prayer.
Does God really hear our prayers? Why do some prayers never seem to get answered? Does it matter what we say when we pray? Join us for the next four weeks as examine these and other questions we have about prayer.
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Does God really hear our prayers? Why do some prayers never seem to get answered? Does it matter what we say when we pray? Join us for the next four weeks as examine these and other questions we have about prayer.
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Does God really hear our prayers? Why do some prayers never seem to get answered? Does it matter what we say when we pray? Join us for the next four weeks as examine these and other questions we have about prayer.
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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Marriage is one of the most rewarding relationships we encounter, but it can also be the most challenging. Join us for 40-day Marriage Challenge and discover practical steps to having a fulfilling marriage. It really doesn’t have to be that hard!
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We have lots of different views of God. Easter is a celebration of Jesus -- but it’s more than that. Easter is also a powerful picture of who God is and how he loves us. Jesus is a shepherd AND he’s a lamb. What does that say about God?.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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In his first letter, Pete looks at what it takes to live out our call to holiness in a world that seems to honor everything except holiness. And yet the call to holiness remains. Today we'll look at how to take your next step toward holy living.
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The first Christ-followers lived in a time/place that was hostile to their faith. Peter (yes, that Peter) was a leader who wrote words of wisdom and encouragement to Christians in a foreign land.
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We all leave something behind. The stuff we leave is divided up through a last will and testament. But what about the actual impact we leave? That's part of our LEGACY! At Cascade, we believe God has given clear focus to living a life that really makes a difference.
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We all leave something behind. The stuff we leave is divided up through a last will and testament. But what about the actual impact we leave? That's part of our LEGACY! At Cascade, we believe God has given clear focus to living a life that really makes a difference.
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Legacy is the impact you leave behind. When we learn to love God that experience of loving God and being loved by God cannot help but change you and cause you to love people. How you love those around you will ultimately determine your Legacy. Join us as we take a look at John 13:31-35 and Jesus’ call to his disciples to love one another.
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We all leave something behind. The stuff we leave is divided up through a last will and testament. But what about the actual impact we leave? That's part of our LEGACY! At Cascade, we believe God has given clear focus to living a life that really makes a difference.
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As we read through the Bible this year, it's helpful to know the "big picture." Pastor Nate ties together the Old and New Testaments and points to Jesus alone for our salvation and hope.
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What makes a Christmas gift a GREAT gift? It’s often not something we even put on our wish list. But it’s usually a gift we really need. This Christmas Eve we focus on how, in Jesus, God gave us exactly what we both want and need.
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In preparation for reading through the Bible in 2017, Pastor Nate teaches a high-level overview of the purpose and content of the Old Testament. All of Scripture tells God's rescue story!
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Join us with special guest Pastor Keith Ferrin. Most people feel like they "should" read the Bible more and "should" know it better. This week's message looks at practical tips for turning the "should" to "want." (And yes, it's really possible!)
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Hope. Faith. We need both these days. Pastor Nate speaks from Lev 25 and Luke 4 about the hope found in Christ at Christmas. Jesus is our Jubilee! Continue the conversation. Click here to access the Community Group questions.
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You’ve seen “A Christmas Carol”, right? The main character is haunted by the past, the present and even the future. This Christmas season, our focus is on centering Jesus in our own stories: Past, Present and Future.
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Pastors Nate and Todd talk about the "Person of Peace" from Luke 10 in this final message in the ONE series. What does it look like to build a real relationship with real people whom Jesus really loves?
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What would it look like if everybody prayed for ONE person in their lives to find Jesus this year? Pastors Todd and Nate report on last years' ONE and challenge us to continue praying for those in our context who are on the way to Jesus.
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This week Pastor Mike concludes our series in Haggai. It's a gentle reminder to God's people to stay focused and finish the drill.
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When we neglect God's priorities for the sake of our own, we may find ourselves caught in an empty pursuit. But when we realign our priorities to match His we find the fulfillment we long for.
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What is the purpose of the family? What does God have to say about raising the next generation? Pastor Nate speaks from Eph 6 and Deut 6 in this final talk in the Imago Dei series.
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What does God have to say about sex? It might surprise you! God actually thinks sex is a great idea -- at the right time and place. Pastor Nate addresses this topic from Gen 2 and 1 Corinthians 7.
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What is the purpose of marriage? And what if God designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy? Pastor Nate continues the Imago Dei series with a teaching on marriage from Eph 2.
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How do men and women together represent the image of God? Pastor Nate speaks from Genesis, Ephesians and Ecclesiastes regarding how we're better together both in marriage and in the Church of Jesus Christ.
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Pastor Nate welcomes daughter Kaitlyn and wife Amy to speak together on God's design for women.
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In a world of confusing messages, what does it mean to be a man? What is a man supposed to be and do? Pastor Nate speaks from both the Old and New Testament, presenting God's purpose for masculinity, how things have fractured, and a way forward towards healing.
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In a world where anything goes, is it possible that we’re missing something? God wired us "in His Image" and has something to say about what it means to be male and female, the purpose of marriage, and where and when to enjoy sex.
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Israel was without a king in the book of Judges. They were caught in a cycle of oppression, repentance, salvation, to selfishness... We have studied the many unlikely heroes that God used to bring repentance and salvation. Today we will study the final Judge. However, Samson could not be described as unlikely. He was born into power, strength, purpose, and esteem. He seemed like the most likely Judge to bring about permanent freedom! We learn a valuable lesson in the failure of the most likely hero. What does it take for a Kings grace to bring us freedom? Why do we settle for a life without a King, abusing His grace, and bound to a cycle of endless sin?
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Do you ever doubt or feel that God couldn't possibly change your circumstances or use you? The story of Gideon from the book of Judges is a tale of an unlikely hero. God calls him up to usefulness despite his fear. The battle is the Lord's, we just need to show up!
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God raises up Deborah to do the work of God and lead the people of Israel.
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The standard of God is to use the unlikely people of this planet to accomplish His will. Jepthah, son of a prostitute, man of war, is humbled by God’s hand upon him.
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Listen as we examine how God used an unlikely deliverer in Ehud. God desires to use us, as unlikely as we may think we are, to bring people into relationship with Him.
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Who do you put your trust in? This is the greatest question in our day. We are facing unprecedented times to come in the 21st century, and fear is rampant as we look for someone we can actually put our trust in. Ultimately, our trust is not to be put in an earthly leader (or a likely leader), but a heavenly one… an unlikely King.
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Pastor Nate wraps up the Joseph series with a message of Hope and Faith from the last chapters of Genesis.
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After almost 20 years of life in Egypt, Joseph is reunited with the family who betrayed him. How did he respond? And what can we learn about how to let go of pain and bitterness? Pastor Nate speaks from Genesis 42-45. Continue the conversation. Click here to access the Community Group questions.
After 13 years of disappointment and postponed dreams, God redeems Joseph. His maturity has been growing and his usefulness increased. Join Pastor Nate in the telling of Joseph's redemption from Genesis 41.
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Doing Time
In light of this weeks' violence, we start off a little different today -- seeking God together. Then, the saga of Joseph takes us to chapter 40 of Genesis. It seems that God does some of his best work in us while we wait for Him to move. What do we do when God says "wait"? Click here to listen to the song used in today's message. Continue the conversation. Click here to access the Community Group questions.
Godly character is formed in the trenches of difficulty. We must go through hard times to align with the big way God is planning on using us. Joseph is a great example in scripture to teach us how to persevere under trial.
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Joseph's life took a drastic turn as his dysfunctional family altered his plans. "But God. .." Had another plan. Our past can be overcome by the power of God! Click here to listen to the song used in today's message.Continue the conversation. Click here to access the Community Group questions.
The detours of life (Acts 16:6-10)
Detours in life are those unexpected changes that put us in places we never planned for. God uses these detours to position us for His greater purposes. God positioned the Apostle Paul through detours and delays on his missionary journey. Today God uses the detours of life to position us for purposes greater than we can imagine. Watch for the detours, view them as opportunities rather than delays!
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Ever feel like life is just one thing after another? Betrayal. Temptation. Disappointment. Conflict. For Joseph, it’s all of these and more. Yet, “God was with him and rescued him from all his troubles.” Through God’s presence and power, Joe went from victim to victor. And God’s offers the same for us today.
The study of Joseph's life begins with the dreams God gives to his people. When God grants a dream -- we often get the issue right and the timing wrong.
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The 10th and final talk in the Still Restless series! The Hettinga guys finish with the story of Great Faith from Luke 7. What does the authority of God have to do with salvation?
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The focus this week is the outrageous forgiveness that is available through the sacrifice of Jesus at the Cross. The issues of being too bad or too good for salvation have been removed by Jesus. Anyone can be forgiven.
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The sermon on May 22nd is the 8th in the Still Restless series. It focuses on the Blind Man of John 9. The story is about Jesus, the Light of the World and the healing of the blind man's physical eyes and the eyes of his heart. It draws a distinct contrast between the kingdom of darkness and the kingdom of light. It also is a warning to all who think the darkness is something they can control and dance with.
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The message this week is about the women at the well and the kingdom of shame. It touches the issues of those who think they are too sinful to enter the kingdom of God. Some shame based self image comes from others, some from ourselves...but all forms can produce a strong negative kingdom. Jesus loved to surprise those who thought they were unworthy with his "no condemnation " Gospel.
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"Born Again" is a phrase we've heard. And John 3:16 is a verse we know. Pastor Nate speaks from John 3 and the encounter Jesus has with Nicodemus.
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The Kingdom of religious performance is based on chapter eight in Still Restless....At Odds with God. The modern story of a religious leader, who turned away from a relationship with Christ. In oder to not risk his religious kingdom, is sad. But it reveals how bright, ambitious people, can go there. Saul of Tarsus and his salvation conversation with Jesus is timeless. It reveals the pursuing love of God for each one of us.
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Pastor Nate and Jan teach the encounter of Jesus with the invalid at Bethesda from John 5. Is it possible that Jesus was confronting the tendency we have of claiming our identity in our weakness or brokenness?
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One of the most difficult kingdoms to leave behind is the kingdom of intellect. We can convince ourselves that in order to believe in Christ and follow Him we have to be willing to be anti-intellectual. This is one of the biggest lies promoted by modern culture. God loves intelligence. He enhances it-maximizes it when we love him with all our minds.
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Week 2 of Still Restless.
The search for peace is universal. Finding an end to inner restlessness is much less common. We invite you to find rest in Jesus and his kingdom by listening in on the conversations Jesus has with friends. Let's identify the sources that spawn our spiritual restlessness.
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Week 1 of Still Restless.
The search for peace is universal. Finding an end to inner restlessness is much less common. We invite you to find rest in Jesus and his kingdom by listening in on the conversations Jesus has with friends. Let's identify the sources that spawn our spiritual restlessness.
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Easter Sunday, 2016. Hope Rises!
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As we wrap up the Orange series Pastor Nate is joined by Mark Lori, a former Imam from Iran, and John McDonald from Wear Orange. They share with us about persecution around the world and how we as a local church can respond.
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A two week series highlighting historical and current worldwide persecution with the goal of increasing awareness, prayer, and preparedness of the local church.
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This week we wrap up the Weird series with a talk about Weird Wisdom. What is Buffet Christianity? What does it mean to be a hearer and not a doer of the Word? Pastor Todd shares what Jesus says about wisdom at the end in the Sermon of the amount.
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As Christians we are called to be weird but being weird just for the sake of being weird get us nowhere. This week we'll discuss what it means to be weird UNTO something.
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Jesus actually has a lot to say about our stuff. So much of our life/culture is messed up when it comes to money and time. Is it possible to learn to live in freedom and contentment? Pastor Nate unpacks Matthew 6 and the words of Jesus regarding the link between treasure and our hearts.
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Jesus teaches us not to worry in Matthew 6:25-32. This week guest speaker Phil Rasmussen from Northwest University talks about contentment and how to not worry as we follow Jesus.
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Following Jesus is different. It's a call to live a 2nd mile life. What's that? Pastor Nate explains from Jesus's Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5.
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Life with Jesus is anything but normal! Today's Bible study from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5 addresses what Jesus has to say about desire and lust. It's different, it's for all of us -- and it's life-giving!
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We have the opportunity to become offended everyday. Jesus compares carrying an offense with committing murder - What's that about? Pastor Nate speaks from Matthew 5:21-26.
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As we think about what it means to follow Jesus with abandon, Pastor Nate speaks from 1 Thess 2 and Matthew 5 about the necessary power of Boldness.
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Life is tricky and it’s natural to look for answers in the world around us; but, most of the time, doing what everyone else is doing—doing what’s normal—doesn’t work. Jesus had extreme perspectives on many of life’s most pressing issues. Pastor Nate kicks off this series from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7.
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Pastor Nate leads a celebration of this past year and a peek ahead at 2016. We focus on "letting our light shine" from the words of Jesus in Matthew 5.
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As 2015 comes to a close, Jesus' words in Luke 12 challenge us to prioritize the things that are important to God, especially in the area of finances, wealth, and possessions, and to avoid the mistakes made by the rich fool...
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Christmas Eve Service 2015!
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Continuing our Illuminate series, Pastor Mike Satterfield challenges us to see Christmas with fresh eyes, focusing on the Manger, the Miracle, and the Message...
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From Genesis to Revelation, God has been fascinated with light. In fact, the first words of God in the Bible were "Let there be light!" So it's no surprise that the birth of Jesus is described as the arrival of light. Pastor Nate tells the Christmas story through the lens of the Light of the world -- and encourages us to let the light of Jesus shine in our lives this season.
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An invitation to come out of this worlds's darkness and into the Light of Christ this Christmas. This message is a study of John's gospel, chapters 1 and 3.
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What if we're looking at evangelism all wrong? What if sharing Jesus was less about a program and more about listening, being kind? Pastor Nate finishes the ONE series with a practical lesson on Ordinary Attempts at evangelism.
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We want to make a difference, right? But changing the world just seems like an impossible task. So we lose hope. What if we’re looking at evangelism all wrong? What if it were as simple as reaching ONE?
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The Power of Self Deception.
Today we wrap up the KNOWN series with the 7th Church: Laodicea. Steeped in self-deception, Jesus has some hard things to say to this body of Believers.
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Pastor Nate speaks from the 6th church of Revelation, Philadelphia. Opportunities are all around us in the form of open doors. How can we learn to step through those doors and follow Jesus into new places?
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Sardis: The Walking Dead
Some churches have a great reputation. And some have been living off that reputation. Sardis had become a dead church of "used to-be faithful" Christians. Their call to "Wake Up!" is ours as well
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The church of Thyatira was doing a number of commendable things. They were in danger of imploding, however, by their unhealthy tolerance for false teaching and sin in the church. The minority of faithful believers are urged to persevere in that shifting sinful culture and are promised amazing rewards of leadership in the age to come.
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"Counterfeit. Compromise. Two words that the enemy of our soul loves to promote. The church in Pergamum was located in the city "where Satan lives." Pastor Nate gives a historical and comparative talk from Rev 2 and the 3rd church in the Known series.
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Today you will hear from our amazing guest speaker, George Verwer. George is an Author and Founder of Operation Mobilization. Come hear George speak about Mystery, Mercy, Messiology and how God wants to use you!
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Pressure. Affliction. We know what it is to suffer. And Jesus has words for us in our darkest hours. Pastor Nate continues the Known series with a message from Rev 2 and the persecuted church at Smyrna.
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The church in Ephesus had a lot going well. They were the church everyone else wanted to learn from -- but they had lost their 1st love. If you've lost your 1st love, what can you do? Jesus actually has a very specific prescription! Pastor Nate teaches from Revelation 2 in this practical talk.
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Pastor Nate begins the "Known" series today with a powerful description of Jesus from Revelation chapter one. The church belongs to Jesus, not to the pastor or to you. His love for us is overwhelming and he has something to say to the church today.
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Today Pastor Michael wraps up the Heavy Hitters Series. We wrap things up by taking an inside look into the lives of modern day Heavy Hitter David Platt and Peter. In the process we will discover the true unseen influences that made them who they are. We will also find that maybe, the real heavy hitter in God's Kingdom... is you...
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This week's heavy hitter doesn't have a name, just a job description. He's Jonathan's armor-bearer and he models that "extreme circumstances call for extreme faith."
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The Apostle Paul was the greatest church-planter theologian in history. But what drove him despite failure and pain? You might be surprised as Pastor Nate talks from 2 Corinthians about one of his heroes.
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Enjoy a look at a life who radically turned into a discipler one he found Jesus....... Then had a significant contribution to the kingdom on heaven.
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Some heroes are obscure, their names are hidden in history. Obed is one of those. He experienced the presence of God in a powerful way -- and it changed his life, his direction and his family legacy. Pastor Nate tells the story from 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles.
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Jesus' epic statement "I am the way, the truth and the life," uniquely prepared the Apostle Thomas for the task he was to take on. Thomas' example launched William Carey to go to India bringing the gospel and impacting the nation.
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We are creatures of habit. Faith often calls us to step beyond where we feel most comfortable and risk -- even if we don't know where, how, or why God is moving us. Pastor Nate tells part of Abram's story from Genesis 12 and challenges us to walk with risky faith.
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Rahab was a woman with a past. Her baggage included stuff she could control and things she couldn't. Pastor Nate highlights her story and the outrageous grace of God that changed her life. Because our past doesn't have to define our future.
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Today we are going to look at the life of Keith Green and King David. Both lives were marked by passionate love for God and His word. We will look at 4 characteristics both men shared that kept them aware of the presence of God in their lives. Listen as we learn to make this our reality as well.
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This message reviews the way Jesus worked through Oswald Chambers to accomplish His work.
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When God gives you a dream it is for powerful motivation. He invites us all into His plan to win the biggest game of all!
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What happens when you pray? Actually, A LOT more than we realize! Daniel 10 reveals some amazing stuff going on behind the scenes when we talk to God. Join the conversation as Pastor Nate concludes the Courage series this week.
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Sometimes leadership looks like prayer. Daniel teaches us in chapter 9 how to lead God's people out of Babylon by owning sin, choosing humility and crying out to God. Pastor Nate brings this Father's Day message.
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Daniel is most known for his night in the lion's den. How did he get there? Was it avoidable? Are we headed for a similar fate? Pastor Nate draws life lessons from Daniel chapter 6 regarding staying faithful to the God who is in control of our lives and our stories.
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Pastor Nate continues with the Daniel stories by recounting chapter 5 and the end of an era. Sometimes God will (in his kindness) wait and let us mess up. Sometimes "the writing is on the wall" and God chooses to judge. The smart play is to choose humility before it chooses you.
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Daniel is a book that demonstrates how God's people can stand courageously in a fallen culture. Today pastor Nate and Pastor Michael look at God's perspective on sex and how we can stand in an unbiblical sexual culture. What is the purpose for sex? God created sex to bring man and woman to a place where they were most satisfied, fulfilled and secure. Listen as we explore God's incredible sexual design.
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Daniel chapter four is the Old Testament equivalent of the prodigal son story in the New Testament. This message will clearly illustrate what true conversion looks like. It will also demonstrate how God changes culture by changing hearts.
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Daniel and his friends found themselves in a culture that was different and offensive to their own. How did they react and respond to that culture? We find ourselves in a similar situation today. What can we learn from Daniel and where do we stand in culture?
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When do you tend to pray? Daniel shows us that desperate times call for desperate measures. Join Pastor Nate as he unpacks Daniel 2 and how to pray when life gets messy.
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How does a life of faith exist within a hostile culture? What if you find yourself often alone? What is the effect of prayer? Daniel lived in a land far from his real home -- and followed God even when the cost was high. His stories are our story. Today, Pastor Nate teaches from the first chapter of Daniel.
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Jesus flipped the script when it comes to forgiveness. So what does it really look like to "love our enemies" and offer forgiveness for offenses? We have opportunity every day to forgive or to choose to be offended. Pastor Nate takes a look at Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5 and 18 in this message.
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What is the worth of a human life? Jesus turned the value system of the world upside down when he declared that "every person has value." Pastor Nate leads a conversation from the words of Jesus on how we can see what God sees so we will do what God says.
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All of us want to be great. This message gives us the front row seat to see what the paradigm of Greatness looks like from the perspective of Jesus. Is it possible that the way Jesus teaches greatness is the most fulfilling, most useful, most hopeful form of Greatness offered?
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He is history's most familiar figure. Yet on the day he died, it looked as though his mark on the world would quickly disappear. What makes him unique? Why have billions been drawn to him? What is his irresistible influence?
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Pastor Nate concludes the Make Room series (Lent) by turning our attention outward. In Mark 2, Jesus is interrupted by 4 dudes who carry their buddy to him in dramatic fashion. Who's the "one" that God wants you to reach?
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Football has a pass named after a prayer (Hail Mary). Yeah -- we pray when times are tough -- and that's good. But does prayer really change things? Pastor Nate leads this conversation on the practical aspects of a life of prayer from both the Old and New Testaments.
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What does it mean to honor God with your body? Does God even care about what you eat or how often you work out? Pastor Todd joins Pastor Nate for this provocative conversation.
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The Bible isn't just a book full of facts and stories. It is meant to display God's character and His plan for us. Pastor Nate leads a conversation on loving God with our minds by engaging the heart of God via Scripture.
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Today we’ll learn to make room in our lives through simplicity. Simplicity is an easy concept to grasp, but it flies in the face of our culture and our natural tendencies. Can simplicity not only make room to love God more, but also open doors to loving people?
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We suffer from "hurry sickness." But our bodies and souls were never meant to sustain the pace we are driven to live. Pastor Nate draws from the example of Jesus to introduce the spiritual discipline of silence and solitude. Jesus' invitation: "Come away to a quiet place and rest."
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As Lent kicks off this Wednesday, Pastor Nate begins the spiritual disciplines with the topic of fasting. Jesus seemed to think that his followers would practice fasting (Matt 6:16-19) -- so -- "When you fast, do it well!" This message covers the basics: why, what, when, where, and how fasting can help us "make room" for Jesus.
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Why bother with spiritual disciplines? Pastor Nate speaks from 1Timothy on the purpose of transformation (Morphe) as a way of life and a way of hope.
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The heart of Christianity is about transformation. The high point of our faith is the power of the cross and the resurrection of Jesus. Lent has been a helpful tradition that provides focus for the 40 days prior to Easter. In this season, we will re-discover spiritual practices that provide a road map toward true life change centered on Jesus!
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From the parable of the Talents, Pastor Nate talks about living with open hands, learning to "Take what God has given you and use it for His glory." What talents has God given you -- and what will you do with what you have?
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Today in our Fresh Start series we will look at our goal to Love People. Jesus gives us a command to love others the way He loved us. This kind of sacrificial love will take a lifetime to implement. Today we will look at some micro-goals to help moving along this path.
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What will you become this year? What does Jesus want in my life? Pastor Nate continues the Fresh Start series from John 15 and encourages us to "Choose a God-centered life!"
When you see how much God loves, you can't help but want to love Him right back! Pastor Nate unpacks the parable of the Lost Son from Luke 15. Wherever this first week of the new year finds you, grace will welcome you home.
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As we look backward at 2014 we have a lot to evaluate. This week we look at the faith of the Centurion for Luke chapter 7 as the springboard for how to take inventory of what amazing faith looks like.
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With competing religions marketing their ideas it can seem impossible to decide which is true. It's tempting to say, "You believe what you want to believe, and I'll believe what I want to believe." But tht just avoids conflict. It doesn't help us to decide what is true and what isn't. Christmas offers huge reasons to believe in the God of the Bible. The evidence is compelling. Come, Listen and decide for yourself.
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Pastor Nate wraps up the Experiencing God series with practical steps for continuing the adventure of learning to know and follow God.
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God is always at work -- not just in us as individuals -- but in us as a church as well. What is God saying to us as a church? What's next? Pastor Nate encourages Cascade to "Get ready" for what God has next.
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Pastor Nate continues the conversation from last week on the topic of generosity by looking at the church in Corinth. What does God actually say about why we should be generous? And what does it look like? We want the best moments of faith to be ahead of us! Continue the conversation. Click here to access this Sunday's followup questions.
It seems that every story of someone experiencing God has a moment of generosity somewhere in the script. Pastor Nate unpacks the parable in Luke 16 and suggests that all that we loan is really on loan. Is it possible to take the little bit of time and little bit of opportunity that we have -- and leverage it for eternity?
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It's simple. It's clear. But it's not easy! Obedience is the moment of truth in the Christian life. There's nothing that reveals what we really belief, nothing that can substitute for obedience. Pastor Nate continues the conversation on Experiencing God by taking us to the Gospels and to the book of Jonah.
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Most of us want God to speak to us and give us direction. But we're not as excited to make major adjustments in our lives. Pastor Nate continues the Experiencing God series in the book of Luke, contending that "You can't stay where you are and go with God."
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It's one thing to see God working around you -- but it's something else entirely to step out in faith and join Him! A decision has to be made, a risk taken -- we're talking about God-sized faith for God-sized issues. What, in your life, can only be explained by God's activity?
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Pastor Nate continues the conversation regarding how God speaks to us today. God speaks by the Holy Spirit through the bible, prayer, circumstances & the Church.
Does God still speak today? And can we really know it's Him and understand what He's saying? Pastor Nate begins a 2 part conversation about how God has spoken in the past (Old and New Testaments) and how to hear His voice in the present. Focus: God speaks by his Spirit through His Word.
If it's true that God is always at work, how can I learn to see what he says so that I'll do what he says? Pastor Nate takes a look at the story of Joshua and Caleb -- 2 men who walked with God, and were prepared to act when the time was right. When God speaks, respond!
Before we ever thought of Him, God began to pursue our hearts. And His desire is that we love him right back! In fact, a love relationship with God is more important than any other single factor in your life. Pastor Nate tells the story of Hosea and Gomer to illustrate God's love and pursuit of His people.
In week 2 of Experiencing God, Pastor Nate speaks from the story of Moses' calling in Exodus 2-3. God is always at work around us -- so how do we listen and obey his invitation to join his purposes and plan? What stands in the way of hearing God?
It's one thing to know about God, it's quite another to awaken to a radically God-centered way of life. God is at work around you. Will you join Him?
Today, we will be looking at a big prayer that Isaiah prayed, "Here I am Lord send me." What does our calling as a Christian look like? Are we all called to be sent? We will hear God's word on this and hear testimonies of everyday people being sent out for the Gospel. Isaiah 6:6-8
850 to 1 aren't great odds. 850 to 1...plus God...is a majority. Pastor Nate tells the story of Elijah's "Battle of the gods" from 1 Kings 18. The point? Choose!
When do you pray? What do you pray for? Pastor Nate unpacks Jesus' prayer at Gethsemane and asks, "What if we learned to pray as Jesus prayed & to pray as Jesus commands?"
Is there a "Formula" prayer that really connects to God? Or is God simply desiring that prayer helps put Him in 1st Place in our lives? Pastor Nate unpacks the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6.
"Blessings for the Bold" - This message dives into the Prayer of Jabez and finds a secret clue to a life of being fulfilled in Jesus.
The church is a family...which is good news & bad news. Your experience with family will shape your expectations for your church family, and free you to learn to love & trust one another deeply.
How important is unity? Pastor Nate takes us to Jesus' prayer in John 17 & Paul's in Romans 15. Is it possibile that unity is evangelism?
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Why do we hesitate to let our words speak life to others? Pastor Nate takes us to God's primary means of encouraging the Believer and how we can learn to make encouragement a natural part of our lives. Your words can change a life!
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Submission isn't a favorite word. But God seems to call us to Love others by submitting. What's that really mean?
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Living in community means dealing with sin, irritation and annoyances. People have to help us (and put up with us) -- and we get to help one another deal with the more difficult aspects of life. Because of Jesus, we make one another better.
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Today Pastor Michael looks at Paul's call to us to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 presents us with two options. Will we use our freedom to serve ourselves selfishly. Or will we serve one another. Listen as we discover how God created us to respond to service.
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Today Pastor Michael looks at Romans 15:7 where Paul encourages us to accept one another as Christ accepted us. In our Church we often accept people based on how well they can keep up with our Religious Standards and how well they appear to belong. Is this how Christ accepted us? As we look closer at Paul's appeal to us we will learn how to accept and appreciate each other despite our differences. Acceptance brings unity which makes us stronger together and able to accomplish His purpose for us.
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From the example of Jesus washing the disciples feet, Pastor Nate leads a conversation regarding what it looks like to Honor One Another.
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Pastor Nate begins a series focused on discovering community as a church familiy. The New Testament talks a lot about "one another" when describing life in a church community. Today; we belong to Jesus & to one another.
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Often as Christians we find ourselves feeling stagnant or stoic in our relationship with God, or that we are just "going through the motions". The truth is: Jesus loves being in relationship with you. He wants to extend His rest and hope to you. Join us as Pastor Todd Arrambide shares the message of Jesus' loving relationship with us.
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More $ in Your Pocket: Pastor Nate finished the current series by addressing financial margin. Is it possible that following Jesus leads to financial margin? What does God have to say about our stuff? What was the practice of the early church? Can we really be financially free?
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Margin: You Need a Break; Week 3 - Happy Mother's Day from Cascade Church! Today, Pastor Nate is joined by his wife, Amy, to talk about "Finding More Space in Your Heart!" The Hettinga's take us to Philippians 4:4-7.
Theme: Focus on Jesus rather than circumstances.
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More Time in Your Day; God invites us to STOP on a regular basis and rest, worship, and refocus. We turn it into legalism, but God's intent is that our lives be free to enjoy the rhythm of Sabbath rest. Pastor Nate continues last week's conversation exploring what it means to "Take a Break!"
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Ever wish you had more time in the day? Or more money at the end of the month? Or more space for relationships in your heart? God actually has a lot to say about building margin into our lives -- for the sake of sanity and focus. This short series of Sunday "talks" will give you permission, and help, to take a break.
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Emmaus: Encounters with Jesus; All of us have had moments in life when we've experienced God's presence. Sometimes we're aware that God is near, sometimes not so much. How has God revealed himself to you? And do you want to walk more closely with Jesus today?
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Guest Speaker; Keith Ferrin wraps up the "Free" series by presenting all of Galatians from memory. This talk pulls this book together & reminds us of who we are in Christ!
Never give up! Galatians 6:1-10 tells us to press on even when it makes more sense to give up on each other, ourselves, our church or doing good.
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We struggle at times to do what's right. It's an old struggle...and impossible. That's where the Spirit of God comes in. Galatians 5:13-26 takes us on a journey of what it is like to live by the Spirit.
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Galatians 5:1-15 takes us into the heart of freedom. Religious duties, routines, and rituals are set aside in favor of the miracle of right relationships. In this message the purpose of the law and the power of grace meet in the freedom of love.
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Living Free; Week 6. Today Pastor Nate tackles Galatians 4:8-31 & works through some of the Apostle Paul's key questions. "What happened to your joy?" "Do you wish to be enslaved all over again?" "What do the scriptures say?"
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God's Children and Heirs with Christ! The goodness of God is mind-blowing and the basis for motivated service. He draws us into His Kingdom with overwhelming generosity. Let's live this life getting ready for the next....it will be worth it all!
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This week we continue our study in Galatians 3:36 - 4:7 where Pastor Jan Hettinga focuses on the amazing privilege of being adopted as God's children and invited to call Him...Father. We will be focusing on the goodness of God and what appropriate gratitude looks like.
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Compromise. Confrontation. Hypocrisy. Nope - not a political drama. In Galatians Ch 2, Paul & Peter contend with one another. What's at stake? The purity of the Gospel.
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Today's scripture tells the story of how God interrupted Paul's life & brought him (and everyone else) to a crisis of belief. Galatians 1:11-2:10.
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"We talk about "rights" and "freedoms". So does God. But how we become free is a paradox. The Free series will explain Christianity is different than any other religion. True freedom is not based on what we do but on what has been done for us by Jesus. Message one covers Galatians 1:1-10
Pastor Nate wraps up the Core apptitude series with a study of the church from 1st Corinthians 3. What is the church? Why are we "Better Together"?
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3rd in the Core series, Pastor Nate leads a conversation on our value of learning to "Serve" one another in love. The text is 1 Corinthians 12 and the morning includes a Serve Expo representing opportunities to get in the game.
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God gave Jesus to us setting the standard of what giving can look like. We want to be a body that looks as generosity as a moving target, always asking what more we can do to invest in the people around us.
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What happens when you become a follower of Jesus Christ? How is your life different when you join a faith community? What can you expect to see change? This "Core" series opens up a conversation about what we trust God to do in the lives of fully committed followers here at Cascade. This week's focus: Grow.
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At the start of 2014, Pastor Nate talks about keeping first things first. The place of Gods Word in our lives and coming back to our first love (Rev 2) are themes. Are you ready to live a passionate purposes life in this new year?
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Faith pleases God! We stand on the shoulders of great men & women of faith who have gone before us cheering us on in heaven. May 2014 be a year of extraordinary faith. Step out in faith and see God do amazing things!
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Merry Christmas from Cascade!
This evening Pastor Nate shares with us the mission of Jesus birth and His plan for rescue. See you Sunday!
Generous Love; Jesus tells the story of a victim who was fighting for his life. Three kinds of people saw his need. Who really "got" God's generous love; living it out? The good Samaratan is a powerful example that can be extremely challenging to live out.
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Generous Life; At Christmas we give gifts to one another. Why? Because we're grateful. Today, Pastor Nate looks at the good gift of life that God has given us through Jesus!
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Generous Hope begins a new Christmas series. This is a season of giving. But why do we give gifts? Isn't it because we're grateful for the people in our lives and what they mean to us? God has given so much to us. This talk covers one of the 400+ prophecies Jesus fulfilled. From Isaiah 9 and Matthew 4, we learn of the hope Jesus offers by bringing light into our darkness.
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Pastor Nate tells us the story of Naomi & Ruth from the time of the Judges. The Question: Is it possible that God has placed people in your life to move you forward in Christ? Who are you grateful for?
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Is Jesus Enough?: Pastor Nate wraps up the series with a final look at Jesus' statements in John 6. Key thought: When there are no other options, you find out if Jesus is enough.
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More than rules; How important is it to follow the rules? Pastor Nate discusses the relationship between rules & initially with Jesus. John 8 & the woman caught in adultery is our passage today.
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The Myth of the Comfortable Cross: This message makes since of the hard saying of Jesus; deny yourself, take up your cross daily and follow me. It focuses on partial convenient, comfortable christianity being a sure way to lose in the end. And, it brings us home to the eternal fact that centering out lives in Christ is the only way to win the ultimate prize.
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Are we Fans of Christ or Followers of Christ? Today we look at one of the factors that transforms us into Followers. Are we choosing intimacy with Christ? We look at Jesus' interaction with Simon the Pharisee and the "sinning woman" that both encounter Jesus. We will learn that our interaction with Jesus remains knowledge until intimacy births change in our lives. Are we Fans or Followers? #notafan
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Not A Fan. Episode #2. When Jesus says, "Anyone Can Follow", he really meant...anyone. #notafan
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Are you a fan or a follower? A fan sits on the sidelines and cheers for the cause... a follower gets in the game. 'Not a Fan' challenges you to consider what it really means to call yourself a christian. Your're invited to take an honest look at your relationship with Jesus.
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PG-13. Pastor Nate finishes the Real Marriage series with a talk on sex & marriage from 1 Corinthains 7.
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What if God designed marriage to make us Holy more than to make us happy? Join us as Pastor Nate continues further into our series titled Real Marriage.
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Is there an ideal "model" of marriage? Pastor Nate unpacks Ephesians 5 and God's perspective on how to experience a healthy, strong, intimate marriage.
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Marriage isn't easy. But it can be the best thing to ever happen to you - and the most difficult. What if marriage is bigger than just 2 people? What if it's a picture of greater things? And what if marriage is designed to make us better, not just happy? Today's Topic: Real Friendship!
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It's a worship celebration! Pastor Nate provides a few guided thoughts from scripture intermixed with worship from our first Cascade worship CD "Glorious".
This Sunday we welcome guest pastor Steve Richards as he shares how Going Deeper with Jesus is all about seeking to know Him as your Supreme Treasure. It's about going deeper than surface Christianity and pursuing a deep, authentic, intimate relationship with Him. He longs to meet with you in the Word so He can reveal Himself to you and become your greatest Treasure.
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Are you all in?! Tongiht Pastor Michael Lodge launches the new student ministries year with a combined session with both Roots & tSP with their parents! We had a great time worshipping, sharing testimonies from this summer and reconnecting with one another. Here's to another great student ministries year!
In a one-off talk, Pastor Nate dives into David's prayer in Psalms 139. What does God know? What is He? What can He do? Focus: God Knows.
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James 5:13-20 - "It's time to pray." Does God really hear today? What good is prayer anyway? Pastoe Nate wraps up the James: Active Faith study with a messge on the power of healing prayer.
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Living on Camera; If everything I think, everything I say, and everything I do is known by God; How should that change my life? Welcoming the fact that God is watching is essential for regret prevention.
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Today we look at James 4:13-17 and see what the Word of God has to say about finding His will. We will explore two filters that can distract us from finding God's will and we will also look at two things we can do to better find His will. If we are to have an active faith we need to know where He wants us to go.
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This Sunday we welcome guest speaker Keith Ferrin from That You May Know Ministries. Keith quotes us the entire book of James from memory and shares with us from James 4:1-10.
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Pastor Nate finishes out chapter 3 by talking about how wisdom is lived out. "Show What You Know" is the theme as we continue this practical book study.
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Pastor Todd, our outreach Pastor, dives into six of James' examples of power of our words. The words we say have everlasting impact on the people we love as well as our own lives. Listen to the hope of how the Holy spirit plays a role in redeeming the impossible loss that our tongues create.
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Is your faith for real? How can you know for sure? Pastor Nate addresses the most controversial text in the book of James. Faith without works is dead.
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James: Active Faith; Week 3: Pastor Nate talks about playing favorites from James 2. And suggests that the way we treat people reveals what we believe about God. Discrimination and favoritism wasn't just an issue in the 1st century -- but we can find a higher law, the law of love.
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Pastor Jan Hettinga brings us a no-nonsense message from the totally committed younger brother of Jesus.
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James: Active Faith; Week One
Who was James? And how did he capture such practical theology in such a short letter? Pastor Nate opens the James series by setting the table for what's to come this summer. And looking at God's advice for dealing with difficulty and pain.
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Happy Father's Day! Today we welcome guest Pastor Phil Rasmussen as he delivers this Father's Day message titled, The Godly Father.
Jonah Week 4: How Big is Your God? - Grace is way bigger than we imagine. Like big enough to reach the people we would do anything to avoid. Jonah learns the hard way (again) that God gets to make the rules -- and He is willing to go to great lengths to love people. The question: Will you love what/whom God loves?
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Jonah; Seriously?!: Week 3; The God of the 2nd Chance In this message from chapter 3, Jonah learns that he can get past his past. What can God do with one imperfect person who will follow where He leads? And what could God do with your life if you were to go where he leads? What grace is needed for you to get past your past and claim your second chance?
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Seriously?! You're worshipping me now? Today we look at Jonah in his worst situation. What similarities do we find in Jonah and Jesus as they approach pain and suffering? We find a God that brings comfort and purpose to our pain. Listen as we examine the hearts of Biblical heros and discover how we can push through our worst situations.
Reading the story of Jonah makes you stop & mutter "Seriously?!" every few minutes. What does God have to say to our generation from this story of God's love for all people?
Dumb Thing #6: YOLO (You Only Live Once). Actually, you live forever somewhere. Pastor Nate is joined by his wife, Amy, for this Mother's Day conversation.
Dumb Thing #5 - A church kid guarantees a godly kid. Taken out of context many people believe this is what Proverbs 22:6 promises. This message teaches that what happens at home is more contagious than what happens at church; so as goes the home, so goes the church.
Dumb Thing #4, Does God have a plan for your life? Is this plan knowable? What if we make a mistake? Pastor Nate takes us to Romans 12 for this talk.
Dumb Thing #3: God will never give you more than you can handle. Actually, He will. Learn what to do when tough times come.
Christians shouldn't judge. Did Jesus really say that? Is there a difference between making a judgement call & being judgemental? Pastor Nate speaks from Matthew 7:1-6.
Posts, pins and bumper stickers have a lot to say. Some of it's crazy funny, some of it's just crazy! We never set out to build our lives on myths - but it happens. This Sunday Pastor Nate kicks off the new series 'Dumb Things Smart People Believe'. Get ready to be shocked, relieved, and even inspired!
ONE God sent his ONE and only Son to this world so that we could learn to love with ONE heart! What difference does Jesus make? What if God could change my relationships and heal my heart? You're invited to join us for a special conversation this Easter.
What makes the cross of Jesus so special? Of all the crosses used in the deaths of thousands, why does this cross have power? Explore 1 Cor. 1 with Pastor Nate as we prepare our hearts for Easter.
In Matthew 6, Jesus reveals that the way to understand what we value is to follow the "Treasure Trail". Pastor Nate wraps up the generous series with this talk on mastering our possessions through Gratitude & Generosity.
A Tool, a Test and a Trademark. Our stuff and what we do with it says a lot about us. This message is the 2nd half of a conversation we began last week.
What if we could impact eternity with simple choices we make today regarding our own stuff? Pastor Nate continues the conversation by telling the story from Luke 16 about a shrewd businessman.
The Bible is full of faith stories, but what really is faith? In the gospel of Matthew there is a faith story of a soldier who asks Jesus for help with a friend. When Jesus agrees to help, the response of this soldier astonishes Jesus! It is a remarkable story! Faith is not believing something and "poof" it comes to pass, but rather a belief that is based in a powerful reality!
Week 2 of Generous! What does Jesus have to say about getting free financially? About retirement (what's that?) -- about saving? Pastor Nate continues the conversation by taking us to Jesus' Word in Luke 12.
More is better, right? More cell phone minutes, more internet speed, more money in the bank. How about more of God's love, more of His grace - and more forgiveness? The crazy thing is the more we experience God's generosity and kindness, the more we want to live it out by being "more" to those around us. Weekly Study Questions
What is the connection between forgiving and being forgiven? Do I have to forgive even if the other person doesn't apologize? Pastor Nate wraps up the "Trapped" series with a conversation about releasing offenses.
Trapped: Week Three - "They Should Have Known Better". It's one thing to be betrayed by a brother or sister. What do you do when it's a leader or a father who has mistreated you? David was a man who understood how to live with a disappointing leader - and he didn't take the bait or get offended!
Week 2 of Trapped. Ever wondered, "How could this happen to me?" or "Do I have the right to be offended when someone messes with me?" We're going deep into the story of Joseph at 8, 9:30 and 11:15am!
Our culture is captivated by offense, and captive to it. Have you taken the bait? Broken relationships, frustration and resentment, dissatisfaction and envy... these are a few symptoms of captivity. GOOD NEWS! You don't have to stay trapped. Freedom brings peace, forgiveness, strength and compassion.
Christmas is a time of hope. Yet, for many the busyness & brokenness of life leaves us wondering. Pastor Nate wraps up the "Oddballs" series with a message of hope.
Pastor Nate continues our study of the family of Jesus. King David is the focus as we discover that God uses messed up & broken people.
This week Pastor Nate reads a conversation from the story of Rahab the prostitute. She was a woman with a label, yet God includes her in the family of his son Jesus, the Messiah, There is hope for us as well.
Why did Matthew include all of the dirty laundry in the family tree of Jesus? Maybe it's because Jesus didn't just come to save sinners. Maybe sinners are the point for why Jesus came. Pastor Nate speaks from Matthew 1 & 9 in the first of four talks this Christmas season.
Pastor Michael kicks off his new series taking us through the Book of Colossians. Tonight we learned that Paul spoke to us very clearly what we are to do with the Gospel in our lives.
Divine Appointments - People God places in proximity to you who make you better. People who may be difficult, but are part of God's plan for you. Pastor Nate brings part 2 of "Radical Gratitude" from the book of Ruth.
Pastor Michael Lodge delivers the Word to our Students at the Sycamore Project this Wednesday.
This week Pastor Michael spoke with the students about getting into the word and reading their bibles. He presented them with 4 practical steps to incorporate in God's word into their lives.
Belonging. Family. Words that appeal to the soul and express our deepest heart desire. The church is a place Jesus designed to meet our needs -- especially the need to connect and experience love. This week, Pastor Nate wraps up the Missing Pieces series at Cascade by taking us to 1st Corinthians 12. We'll talk about finding your fit personally AND the possibility that YOU may be the missing piece in someone else's life!
Most people have a cultural view of love. They believe that it's about feelings that come and go. This week in our "Missing Pieces" series, we will take a look at "what's missing" in today's kind of love. When you attend worship at Cascade, you will hear a message about a kind of love that goes deeper than emotional experience. Jesus gave us clear teaching on how the relational universe works according to God's original design. It could very well improve the way you love!
Are you a fence builder or a well digger? And what did Jesus do? Pastor Nate unpacks the story of the women at the well and leads a conversation about what motivates us.
Do I like being me? Is my soul at rest? Pastor Nate leads a conversation about finding lasing peace that is not based on circumstances, but centered in Jesus.
Pastor Nate continues the Missing Pieces series with a talk on Seeking Harmony. Nope, this isn't about how to get a date at Match.com. We'll be talking about why unity is so important -- and so scarce these days. With all the political and cultural division in our country, how can the church develop love and unity?
All of us struggle to find significance - and we look in lots of places to discover meaning. Pastor Nate talks about how to find lasting significance in life with Jesus at the center.
Everybody seems to care about justice and doing good these days. Jesus said that he came to right wrongs and set captives free. When we stand together, Jesus will change the world. Pastor Nate speaking with special guests from India.
Returning to a popula series, Pastor Nate takes us to a song by the groug, Fun. The song asks one of the big questions of life, "What do I stand for?" and Jesus has the answer!
What does it look like to live like a new testament community? In this message, Michael looks at the principles that define this gospel community.
Pastor Nate kicks off a new series called "Missing Pieces." Are you experiencing the life you really want? Do you long for more?
Who helped you become who you are today? Who are you passing the baton to? Pastor Nate wraps up our Numbers Road Trip with the transition of leadership between Moses & Joshua.
Promise keeping is a dying art in our culture, but it's actually a normal part of a vibrant life of faith. This message by Pastor Nate will help you believe in making vows again.
How to survive in the desert experiences of life. Numbers 21 is the text as Pastor Nate covers the story of a snake that brought healing.
Pastor Joel talks about Numbers 21 and the battle within all of us with the flesh. We are created for relationship with God and to walk in the freedom of the freedom Christ purchased on the cross.
What do you do when the pressures of life take you away from who you are? Pastor Michael talks about Numbers 20 and finding our identity as children of God.
The biblical concept of holiness is something we sing about and talk about, but seldom understand. Pastor Nate takes us to Numbers 18 and breaks down what it means to be called to holy living.
Pastor Nate talks about signs of life as a Christ follower. Jesus loves to bring life out of death - as ilustrated in the story of Aaron's staff from Numbers 17.
What do you do when a leader fails you? How do you handle offenses? From Numbers 16, Pastor Nate takes us on a journey in leadership conflict management.
Pastor Jim speaks to us from Numbers chapter 15. He challenges us to be extravagant in our encounter with God.
Pastor Jim talks about following God and the Israelites reaction to Moses. How do we use our words to follow God?
Pastor Jan talks about Numbers 12 and the dangers of disrespecting the authorities that God has placed in our lives.
Pastor Nate takes us to Numbers 11 where the Hebrew people launch into the desert. After 3 days, they are whining and complaining. What s the source of our complaining? How can we change a lousy attitude?
On Mother's Day, Pastor Nate takes us through the story of 5 women of faith. This message reveals God's principle of inheritance and the opportunity we have to live with purpose and hope.
Pastor Nate talks from Numbers 3 and 4 about God's ownership of His people. When you "get" your calling as a believer-priest, it changes everything!
Pastor Nate kicks off an exciting journey through the book of Numbers. We learn what life looks like with God at the center and how it matters that He led us through the impossible moments of life.
Pastor Nate and Amy encourage us to cultivate a marriage-centered home in this practical talk from God's word.
Pastor Nate and his wife Amy speak together on the topic of marriage from Ephesians 5:33. How can love and respect make a marriage great.
Why Easter Matters... Forgiveness has a price and Christ took the place of the sacrificial lamb. So, why a lamb? Pastor Nate explains why in a powerful Easter message.
How does Jesus' clearing of the temple help us prepare for Easter? If you're a follower of Jesus, You are the temple of the Holy Spirit. Does anything need to be cleaned up?
What is lent? Is it relevant or necessary? Pastor Nate traces the origins of lent and how it may help prepare our hearts for Jesus.
Pastor Nate wraps up our study of 1st Thessalonians, emphasizing living together as a family of faith. How should we honor leaders? How can we avoid being consumers? All because God's grace has set us free to live transformed lives.
Pastor Nate addresses the return of Jesus and encourages the church to "Live like it's today!"
Pastor Nate continues the Hope Endures Series and shares with us what Paul has to say about having hope in loss.
Pastor Jim walks us through chapter 4 of 1st Thessalonians. Taking a look at what a life pleasing to God looks like.
Enduring faith means taking a stand that is unwavering. Trials are inevitable -- but how do we grow in faith, love and hope despite tough circumstances?
Keith Ferrin, from That You May Know Ministries, quotes 1st Thessalonians and talks about its application.
Kidz Sunday! Pastor Dan Gerke speaks about Jesus walking on water from the book of Matthew, and encourages us to get out of the boat.
Dr. Vishal Mangalwadi speaks on the power of the Word of God to bring change and justice to the needs of our world. He brings an eastern perspective (India) on why western civilization cares about issues like modern slavery and trafficking.
You are an influencer! In your home, community and church, God has designed you to lead. Learn from Paul's role in Thessalonica the traits of a quality leader.
Where is your hope? This opening message in 1st Thessalonians takes us to a model church and their devotion to the gospel.
Merry Christmas! Pastor Nate finishes the "All I Want for Christmas" series with a message on Hope and Purpose.
Love Forgives. This is the season to both receive and offer forgiveness - because you have been forgiven!
Peace is found in Jesus. The various aspects of peace are covered: peace with God, the peace of God, peace with others, and peace for others.
What do you really want for Christmas? How about joy? Between Isaiah 61 and Luke 2 we study the gift of Jesus as a gift of joy this season.
Now is the time to follow Jesus! When God shows up things happen: generosity flows, people are drawn to the Word, and transformation takes place.
Continuing in our study of Nehemiah's faith adventure, we larn that "When we have a tough job, remember your Big God."
When you move ahead with God's plan for your life, you will be opposed. But God is bigger than your critics and His vision for your life is stronger than any criticism.
Nehemiah 3 reads like a genealogy but contains an awesome list of leaders who were willing to stack hands and get a big job done. God is leading Cascade to a fresh season of ministry momentum. Overview of Imagine 2.0
Nehemiah 2 takes us from the beginning of a dream to the start of a powerful work of God. Will you say with Nehemiah "Lord, I'm available"?
This morning we are beginning a six-week series through Nehemiah. It is my hope that through these messages you will be encouraged as we take a front row seat to Nehemiah's building project.
All of us are looking to fill the void in our souls. This song mirrors the story of the lost son who wasted much of his life searching for meaning -- only to return home and be welcomed by love and grace. We are called to take Jesus' message of hope to a world in need.
What is the meaning of life? Why am I here? Ecclesiastes 1 and 2 gives hope and perspective.
This series encourages thoughtful Christians to engage culture from a biblical worldview. Today we ask, "Is it every too late to apologize?"
On the anniversary of 9/11 we celebrate the resurrection life of Jesus Christ and are reminded to be his witnesses to the ends of the earth.
Jesus prepares himself and his disciples (especially Peter) as he is anointed, initiates the Lord's Supper, prays at Gethsemane, goes to trial and is denied by Peter.
Jesus taught that we must live with expectancy that he will return. We are exhorted to wait and watch, persevering and standing firm until the end.
The authority of Jesus and his Supremacy in our lives are highlighted in giving to God what is God's (you), the Great Commandment, the rebuke of hypocrites and the widow's offering. Priorities and generosity will be themes.
At the beginning of Holy Week, the emptiness of religion and the power of faith/prayer are seen in the triumphal entry, clearing the temple and the withered fig tree (all leaves and no fruit).
Many things stand in the way of our acceptance/entrance into the Kingdom of God: selfishness (divorce), pride (little children), materialism (rich young ruler) and power seeking (James' and John's request).
The theme of humility is described in the transfiguration and future suffering of Jesus, prayer and power healing, the message that the 1st must be last, coming to God as children and dealing with sin.
Jesus is the source of life as revealed in the feeding of the 5000, the yeast of the Pharisees, Peter's confession and his predicted death. We are encouraged to take up our cross and follow Him.
Religion worries about the externals while God is concerned with our hearts. Whether we are clean or unclean is a matter of the heart, not of diet or behavior. Jesus follows power teaching with power healing of a Greek child and a deaf-mute.
Pastor Nate speaks on Mark chapter 6, where Jesus models principles of spiritual leadership.
Jesus displays his authority by calming the storm, healing the demon possessed and the sick, and raising the dead to life.
God's authority in salvation and our response in faith is illustrated through the parables of the sower, the lamp, the growing seed and the mustard seed.
Breaking free from religion. The connection between healing and forgiveness. When is it right to break the rules when led by the Spirit?
Starting the journey with Jesus, we respond to God with repentance, baptism, resisting temptation via the Word and prayer – just as Jesus did.
Pastor Jim Larrabee is finishing up the Place Your Bets series. He's unpacking Eternal Life and what that means for our future and the present.
Pastor Nate is teaching from John 3 and asking the question, "How much faith is enough?"
Pastor Nate asks, "What happens when we die?" and talks about Jesus' perspective on heaven and hell.
Pastor Dan leads us to become 1st generation Christians as we explore the history of the children of Israel and our own lives. What does it really mean to obey and follow God? Does your family history or your past play a part?
Pastor Nate tells the story of the Lepers outside the gates of Samaria from 2nd Kings 7. Today's lesson is on risk-taking faith & generosity.
Pastor Nate tells the story of Queen Esther from the Old Testament and emphasizes lessons on faith, God's sovereignty and our choices.
Pastor Nate takes us to 2nd Kings 4 and the widow who found her small family in financial crisis. This message examines why bad things happen to good people and how God can bless even when we find ourselves in a mess.
Pastor Nate tells the story of the mighty men of David from the Old Testament and discusses what it means to be a real man in our time.
Forgotten Lives Remembered - Pastor Nate begins a new series that remembers lives that have been lost or forgotten. Today's lesson comes from the stroy of Achan and the unintended consequences of hidden sin.
Pastor Nate discusses why we get involved in justice issues locally and globally. Guest Chomno is interviewed and tells his story of ministry in Cambodia.
In this sermon, Pastor Tomo talks about trials: their purose, how God wants us to respond to them, and where God is in the midst of trials.
Pastor Nate gives a state of the church address and speaks of our vision for 2011 and beyond.
Pastor Nate describes Cascade's focus for the next season of ministry. Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther.
Pastor Jim Larrabee closes the Why We Exist series with the final of our four values, "Community".
The third value of Cascade is Multiplication. Pastor Nate defines multiplication as it applies to the life of our church and who we are as believers. We also hear from Pastors Jan and Scharme Hettinga and Joel and Kathy Madson, who are a few of the "champions" of multiplication here at Cascade.
Today, Pastor Nate takes a look at the second of Cascade's values, Transformation. God's process of sanctification is transformation and transformation means becoming more like Jesus. Nate interviews Pastor Jim Larrabee who is leading the way for the family of Cascade to connect with others in order to bring about God's transformation in their lives.
Pastor Nate introduces us to Cascade's values beginning with worship. He interviews Worship Pastor, Scott Anderson and his wife, Alison to get their perspective on the value of worship at Cascade.
At the beginning of this new year, Pastor Nate reminds us of the importance of knowing God's Word, and presents us with a challenge for the year.
Pastor Jim Larrabee starts the new year with a message that asks the question," What Does God Hope/Expect from me in the New Year?"
Pastor Nate finishes the Christmas series with this final message that portrays Christmas through the eyes of Mary.
Just as Joseph learned, God's plan may require a change in my plans, but God's plans are worth pursuing.
Herod was a man that would kill anyone who got in the way of his crown. Like so many of us, Herod treasured his power, and control more than anything or anyone else. Christmas is a time to surrender our crowns and give them back to the only one who deserves to wear it; Jesus.
Zechariah and Elizabeth had the dream of having children. Late in their years, God finally answered their prayers. God keeps His promises.
In busy times like The Holidays, it's easy to lose focus of what's really important unless we are seeking God regularly and intentionally.
The last message in the "Beginnings" series. Pastor Nate points out that we can be thankful for the same things that Noah was thankful for; life, provision, salvation & God's presence.
As Pastor Nate continues in Genesis, we take a look at Noah's heart of obedience and love for God. What we learn from him is that "if we really want to live, we have to get in the boat."
We are not destined to become a conglomeration of our parents' mistakes. When we call on God, and surrender to His leadership, He intervenes with grace.
Continuing in Genesis, Pastor Nate takes a look at the fall of man, the consequences, and the grace that God offers despite our sinful nature.
As we examine what our idea of paradise is, Pastor Nate challenges us by looking at God's idea of paradise.
The second in the "Beginnings..." series, Pastor Nate describes our purpose; Finding our identity in God, accepting God's design for us and pursuing our purpose.
Joel Madson speaks and invites us to ask God to give us a heart for the "neighbors" in our life.
As Pastor John Czech prepares to plant Cascade's newest church plant in Maltby, he gives one last message at Cascade. He explains the difference between fearing the person of God as opposed to the punishment of God.
Pastor John Czech shares with us how we can plug into the Holy Spirit's limitless power and become new creations as we walk with Him.
Guest Speaker, Jan Hettinga shares from Duet 17:14-20, and explains the importance of being in the world not of it.
Pastor Jim Larrabee takes a 2 week series answering the question, "What brings delight to God?". This week he takes a look at what's at the top of his list...companionship.
Guest Speaker, and president of Converge Worldwide Jerry Sheveland visits. Balancing our allegiance between God and our nation.
Pastor John Czech shares how to impact our world with power given by the Holy Spirit through prayer, serving and love.
Pastor Jim Larrabee gives a message out of Hosea. He pointed out that God used Hosea as an example of how God pursued the Israelites.
Guest Speaker Steve Welling of Converge Northwest joins us. Steve asks what it would take to turn our comfortable church into a church on fire for the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Nate closes the Sabbath series with a message about taking a break to rest and enjoy time with God and others.
The last message in the study of 2 Corinthians, we learn what to do when God says no, and that in our weakness, we are made strong.
2 Corinthians 11, Paul shows his heart of a parent by his jealousy of rival loves. It is right to jealously guard the hearts of those in our care.
Spiritual warfare is real. If you are a Christian, you are opposed- Pastor Nate focuses on the warfare that rages on in the spirit and that we have the weapons to fight. The good news is that WE WIN!
Part 2 of the message Pastor Nate began last week regarding the grace and blessing that comes from giving to others.
Pastor Nate continues in 2 Corinthians Chapter 8. Grace gives: Enthusiastically! As Jesus gave! Willingly! By Faith!
Happy Easter!! Pastor Nate Shares a message of hope for broken relationships this Easter.
In this message out of 2nd Corinthians, Pastor Nate focuses on Paul's instruction to keep our eyes focused on eternity, and let that define our goals.
Never. Give. Up! We are pressed but not destroyed, perplexed but not in despair, persecuted but not abandoned, struck down but not destroyed. You can triumph over suffering because God is at work in you.
Guest Speaker Jan Hettinga continues in The 2nd Corinthians study shares what it means to live a transformed life and the ministry of personal transformation. Click here to view message slides.
Paul deals with his conscience and to love as he deals with accusations from his church in Corinth.
The first in the 12 week study of 2 Cor., Paul starts his letter to the Corinthians encouraging them that God is a God of comfort.
Church is the place you will find the kind of love that deals with sin yet cares for
eachother.
How To Attend A Worship Service; Encouragement from God's Word to take God seriously, and to stand in awe of Him.
Pastor Nate gets back to basics in this newest series that takes a look at the foundations of our faith.
Pastor John Czech shares what God is doing through Cascade both locally and around the world.
Pastor Nate begins the new year by sharing about one of Cascade's most important values; church planting. Guest speakers include Pastors Jan Hettinga and John Burkholder.
Just as Joseph had broken dreams and shattered expectations, we too have disappointments in life. We can learn from Joseph and how he let his disappointments direct him to Jesus.
Joseph was content to stand in the shadow of the spotlight He realized that it wasn't about him, Jesus was the center of the story.
Nate begins a new series which takes a look at the Christmas story from Joseph's perspective. We learn from Joseph that high risk can equal high reward when we embrace God's dream.
Pastor Jim Larrabee concludes the series on Jude by highlighting the top ten truths from the book.
Pastor John Czech shares two ways to respond to pretenders; First, fan the flame and second, spread the flame.
The credibility gap is the space between what we say believe and how we live. Pastor Nate shares how to recognize it and the dangers of allowing "false teachers" to rationalize it.
Jude continues to remind his people to stand for truth. "Walking away from truth always leads to trouble."
Pastor Nate introduces the "Jude" series in which Jude begins by urging us to contend for our faith and to be aware of those who may use Jesus' name as a license for immorality.
Guest speaker Gary Rohrmayer wraps up the "Running On Empty" series buy challenging us to live missionally.
New Outreach Pastor, John Czech shares his story of finding out that he would need open heart surgery or face certain death.
In the last of the parenting series, Pastor Nate encourages us to aim our kids for maximum impact.
"All I really needed to know I learned in Kindergarten". Pastor Nate offers some tools on raising young kids.
Mentoring matters! Are you younger? Take your elders seriously. Are you older? Take your role seriously. We all need to take God's Word seriously.
We were all crippled by a fall we were remembered by the King and we get what we don't deserve... Grace.
Parenting is joy, and parenting is pain. How to identify knots in the family system, and how to untangle them
David and Bathsheba; How David let his guard down, how he dealt with it after it happened, and how God forgave him completely, but not without consequences.
Guest speaker, Joel Madson continues the series about David. He talks about Saul's heart for himself, and David's heart for God.
David recognizes the blessings for Obed-Edem as he followed God's laws, and through repentance David chose to follow his example and obey God as well.
When David was in the wilderness, when everything seemed to be going wrong, his heart still cried out to God.
The Character study of David continues as Nate takes a look at David, the giant slayer. He defeated the giant by being God focused rather than giant focused. What are your giants?
Pastor Nate returns with a new summer series focused on David. Taking a look at the heart cries of David.
Pastor Jan continues the series; Breaking Free From Religion, and asks the question, "Does my kingdom keep me from God's Kingdom?"
Pastor Jan returns with his second message of his "Breaking Free Form Religion" series. "Life without surrender is a non-functioning solution."
Dr. Jan Hettinga, Pastor Of Northshore Baptist church for 28 year- and the father of our own Pastor Nate Hettinga, brings a message about God's Kingdom. The cross is the place we come back under the authority of God's Kingdom.
In these difficult economic times, Pastor Nate asks us to take a look at our finances from a different perspective; What if instead of asking "Why don't I have enough", we asked, "why do I have so much"?
Celebrating the hope and reversal of destiny that the death and resurrection of Jesus offers.
Pastor Nate concludes the series on prayer with Jesus's prayer of unity found in John 17.
Pastor Nate shares a message about praying for Protection as Jesus did in the book of John.
Pastor Nate shares a heartfelt message about praying through the pain as Jesus did in Matthew 26:36-46.
Pastor Jim Larrabee opens up this five week series on the subject of prayer. This first week, we take a more in depth look at The Lord's prayer.
Pastor Jim Larrabee wraps up the Spiritual Discipline's series with a message about the importance of studying God's word. "To engage your mind in Gods Word for the pursuit o f Gods Heart."
Pastor Matthew Shorack continues the Discipline's series with a message on prayer; "Connecting requires trust, trust takes time."
Jesus was the perfect example of a servant, by serving the least, the last and the lost. Pastor Nate explains that as we serve, we become closer to Jesus and more like Jesus.
Pastor Jim Larrbaee continues in the Discipline's Series, and shares the value of fasting. "Fasting is a voluntary denial of a normal activity for spiritual purposes".
Pastor Nate talks about the importance of finding time to worship in order to hear God's voice and respond to Him. Click Here for the Message Slides.
"God wants to talk to us far more often than we want to listen". Pastor Nate talks about the importance of finding time to be alone and quiet in order to hear God's voice. Click Here for the Message Slides.
Pastor Nate talks about the spiritual discipline of submission, with an insightful interview with Executive Pastor, Kirk Gendron. Click Here for the Message Slides.
An introduction to a new series which will explore spiritual disciplines. Pastor Nate describes the benefits of choosing to walk a disciplined life while maintaining direction and focus. As we become more disciplined we choose to grow deeper in our relationship with God. Click Here for the Message Slides.
In 2009 we need to have courageous trust. In God's presence and in God's power, no one will be able to stand against us. Click Here for the Message Slides.
Pastor Jim Larrabee shares out of the beatitudes, and asks us to ponder if we see God's blessing in our lives.
From His Holiness displayed on Mt. Sinai, to the mercy shown to us on Calvary, to the Hope we look forward to on Mt. Zion, God remains the same.
Week two of Advent; Pastor Nate shares about our King as The one who has ultimate power, ultimate authority yet remains gracious and gentle.
On this very special Sunday, adoptive families dedicate their children to the Lord as Pastor Nate shares that every Christian is called to compassion, and that the quality of our faith is summarized in scripture by how we care for widows and orphans.
Isaiah 1:16c-17 - Stop doing wrong, learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. Do what’s right, care for those in need.
Pastor Nate begins a compelling new series out of Isaiah; A message about God's judgement and God's mercy.
The conclusion to the Imagine series at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds; where the Cascade family met all together in one service for the first time since it's infancy. Celebrating what God has done and will continue to do through Cascade in Monroe and around the world was the topic.
In this, the first message of four in the IMAGINE campaign series, Pastor Nate reminds us that our job is to sow, and God's job is to make it grow. We are asked to commit to sowing seeds by simply inviting.
"If the enemy can't make you evil, he'll make you busy". Jim Larrabee reminds of the importance of slowing down and being in relationship with our God.
Pastor Nate introduces us to our new Pastor of Reaching Near and Far, Matthew Shorack. And we get a glimpse of how God is using Cascade around the world as Nate is joined by three very special guests.
Taking a look at the end of the life of Joseph, and how he handled the adversity that God allowed.
In this life, we will be tempted. The good news is that God will always provide a way out. Just as Joseph was tempted in Genesis 39, he was able to say no to sin and continue to receive God's blessing.
"Those whom God would use mightily he must first break thoroughly." Pastor Nate continues the Genesis series with the story of Jacob.
Pastor Nate took to us to a dark time in Genesis, and showed us how we as Christians today, can learn from the mistakes of Lot and his family. Short cuts often lead to dead ends.
Cascade's new outreach pastor, Matthew Shorack recounts the story of Jacob and Esau out of Genesis. Matthew also shares an amazing story of forgiveness and reconciliation.
A fresh look at the story of Noah. Taking a look at a man who trusted God, accepted the challenge and changed the world.
Happy Father's Day! The first message in the Genesis series, Pastor Nate Hettinga addresses Adam's silence in the garden, and the repercussions that followed.
Youth pastors Jim Fowler and Mac Hillabush share their hearts and vision for the youth of Monroe and the Sky Valley.
Special guest speaker, Joel Madson of Global Network Training, shares God's desire for His people to pray for others as well as share the good news of the life that Jesus offers with people all over the world, from down the street, to the other side of the planet.
In the last message in a four part marriage series, Pastor Nate addresses the topic of sex and marriage.
"Conflict? We don't have conflict!" Points to ponder when it comes to dealing with conflict in marriage.
In the first of a four part marriage series, Pastor Jim Larrabee delivers a powerful message about forgiveness.
Pastor Nate continues in the Philippians series-- "Jesus is the only answer because Jesus plus anything ruins everything."
Happy Easter, He is Risen! On the cross, Jesus showed us the ultimate sacrifice in order that we might have everlasting life. Do you believe, or do you BELIEVE?
Chomno In visits from Cambodia and shares what God is doing through the Cambodian Hope Organization.
Paul says in Philippians 1:21 "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Pastor Jim Larrabee sheds light on what that looked like for Paul, and what it looks like for us.
Just as Paul was in chains and suffered for his faith, so too will we have suffering. Our choice is whether or not to waste the suffering or to use it for God's glory.
Special guest speaker, Keith Ferrin brings the Word of God to life in the introduction to the Philippians series.
Pastor Nate gives his vision for where God is leading Cascade in 2008, and Executive Pastor Kirk Gendron gives a financial update.
Cascade's third core value; Communicating Christ's Love to Our Community. Pastor Nate shares how Cascade is living that out historically, presently and in the future.
Pastor Jim Larrabee continues sharing the core values of Cascade Community Church; "Care for One Another". Pastor Brad Moore joins him and shares his heart for caring for our community and loving others well.
Pastor Nate shares what it means for us to worship together. He interviews Cascade's Worship Director, Brandon Shuman.
Christmas Eve service at Cascade. Pastor Nate speaks from Isaiah 9:6 while holding his newly adopted son.
Bishop Joshua Banda visits from Africa, and offers a fresh and inspiring message of hope for this Christmas.
Life is more than getting things done, it's about being with God. A message given by Pastor Jim Larrabee.
As we enter the Advent season and a new series: "Recapture the Wonder of the Season: Christmas Through The Eyes of Mary", Pastor Jim Larrabee reminds us of the busyness of the season and making sure to be apart of God's agenda, rather than fitting Him in to ours. Just as God chose an ordinary girl like Mary to be a part of His plan, so too has He chosen us if we are willing.
In the last message of the "Revolutionary Generosity" series, Pastor Nate takes a look at the practical side of becoming financially responsible. Paul and Kelli Bowers share their story, and how they began their journey to financial freedom.
In the 5th message of the "Revolutionary Generosity" series, Pastor Nate explains how to become and stay content with what God has given us.
In the third message of the "Freedom Through Generosity Series", Pastor Nate takes a look at generosity and finances through God's lens.
In the second message of the "Freedom Through Generosity Series", Pastor Nate takes a look at generosity and finances through God's lens.
In the first message of the "Freedom Through Generosity" series, Pastor Nate lists the warning signs of financial trouble. He teaches that because of God's love for us, He desires to be invovled in every area of our lives including our finances!
The next question in the "God...I Have a Question" series, Pastor Jim Larrabee takes a look at our final destination.
Pastor Nate addresses one of the many questions asked in the "God... I have a question" Series.
This is the question asked more often than any other. If God is in control, why does He allow evil in the world? Pastor Nate explains..
First in the series entitled "God, I have a Question", Pastor Nate answers this week's question; "How does God speak today?"
Guest Speaker and missionary, Leah Cypert visits us from Bangkok, Thailand. In this impactful message, Leah shares about the problem of human trafficking and exploitation... Also known as modern day Slavery. Leah brings a message of sadness as well as hope. God is at work, all we have to do is answer His call and join Him in the fight.
In the second of a two part series entilted "Heard Any Good Songs Lately", Pastor Nate discusses how culture responds and identifies with marriage and the affects of divorce.
In the first of a two part series entilted "Heard Any Good Songs Lately", Pastor Nate discusses how Christianity engages with today's culture.
In the last of the "Real Truth Real Life Series", Pastor Nate shares from his heart regarding life, ministry and the future of Cascade.
Pastor Jim Larrabee asks the questions, "Is the resurrection real? and Is this life all there is?"
Pastor Nate Hettinga addresses the Apostle Paul's teaching about speaking in tongues and prophesy.
Pastor Jim Larrabee continues the Real Truth Real Life series in 1 Corinthians. Today's text is 1 Cor. 13.
Happy Father's Day! Pastor Nate continues in the series Real Truth, Real Life; A journey through 1Corinthians. Today he reads from chapter 10. He answers the questons, "What is idolotry?" and "How do I deal with temptation?"
Pastor Nate Hettinga shares on the costs of living in full time ministry-- Whatever it takes!
Youth Pastors Jim Fowler and Mac Hillabush share what God is doing in the youth at Cascade, as well as the battlecry for this generation.
Pastor Nate Hettinga shares what God says about sex in marriage. Text is 1 Corinthians 7.
Celebrating Easter at CCC. Pastor Nate Hettinga asks, "Are Christians crazy?". Only if Jesus is still in the grave...
Pastor Jim Larrabee continues the "Real Truth, Real Life" series. The text is 1 Corinthians 6.
Continuing the "Real Truth, Real Life" series, Pastor Nate Hettinga addresses the definition of the church.
What does it mean to be spiritually mature?
This is the third message in the series entitled, "Real Truth, Real Life." Pastor Jim Larrabee shares the realization that God's wisdom is different than our wisdom.
Nate Hettinga and Jim Larrabee - First message in the series entitled, "Real Truth, Real Life".