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The Chapel is committed to seeing every person Believing in Jesus, Belonging to Family, Becoming a Disciple & Building His Kingdom. Visit us online at theChapel.life for more information or join us on Sunday mornings in either of 2 worship services. We are located at 1391 State Rd. in Wadsworth, OH and you can reach us at 877.376.6401 or email us at wadsworth@thechapel.life.
The church has the responsibility to watch over the souls of the individuals and each individual embraces the church's authority to do so. 1 Peter 5:1-7; Matthew 22:37-40, 28:18-20; John 13:34-35; Ephesians 4:15-16
The keys of the kingdom (the Gospel) are given to the Church. Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-18; 23:13; Romans 1:16-17
It is God's design for all who are in Christ to be part of a local church. Ephesians 1:22-23; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Corinthians 12:12-26
An update from Pastor Ramazan Arkan of Antalya Evangelical Church in Turkey and encouragement from Matthew 14:13-21.
Both Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly call out, and we must choose which to follow. Proverbs 9
The father warns and instructs the son about the dangers of sexual immorality and the beauty of God's design for sex in marriage. Proverbs 5:1-23
The Ascension is a sign of assurance and motivates us to fulfill the mission of the Church.Luke 24:36-53; Acts 1:1-11
Mary was attentive to Jesus and turned to Him in her moment of need, which shaped her heart and led her to worship Him. John 12:1-8
There's a path we must follow as we pursue the goal of Christ-likeness.Proverbs 4:23-27
When we see God clearly, we place our confidence in Him and relate to others rightly.Proverbs 3:21-35
Wealth is an alluring and powerful temptation but wisdom is more valuable.Proverbs 3:13-20
God rewards those who seek & know Him.Proverbs 3:1-12; Hebrews 11:6; Matthew 5-6; John 17:3-5
Lady Folly attempts to draw us into sexual immorality but wisdom protects us from being seduced. Proverbs 2:12-22
Wisdom personified offers an invitation to all. Proverbs 1:20-33; Psalm 19:1-4; Romans 1:19-20
We fight anxiety by practicing prayer and pondering on who God is and what He has done. Philippians 4:4-9
Trusting in God requires a change in our perspective of our trials. 2 Corinthians 4:7-18; Romans 1:16, 5:8; 2 Timothy 2:13; Lamentations 3:19-24
We are tempted to be discouraged and anxious when we doubt God's power and His care for us. 1 Peter 5:5b-11; Isaiah 40:11-13
Worship is responding with reverence and awe to who God is and what He has done. Psalm 33
The helmet of salvation reminds us who we are in Christ and gives us hope. Ephesians 6:10-24
The shield of faith is Jesus, and we are protected from the enemy's lies when we get behind the shield. Ephesians 6:10-18
The shoes of the readiness of the gospel of peace anchor us in the battle and help us move on the mission. Ephesians 6:10-18
Putting on the breastplate of righteousness (both Christ's goodness that is given to us through justification, and our own pursuit to live consistent with God's commands) protects us from the attacks of the Devil. Ephesians 6:14
The belt of truth represents preparedness for spiritual battle with the truth, which holds everything together. Ephesians 6:10-14
Examples from the apostle Peter's life of the Devil's schemes and God's redeeming work. Matthew 16:13-28; Luke 22:54-62; John 21:15-22; Acts 2:22-24: 1 Peter 1:6-9
The Devil tempted Jesus to exercise His authority and self-reliance, but Jesus conquered temptation. Luke 4:1-13
The Devil lies about the consequences of our sin, undermining our confidence in the character of God. Genesis 3:1-13; Ephesians 6:11
Real belief in Jesus brings freedom to walk in obedience. Ephesians 6:10-12; John 8:31-59
God acts in us to strengthen us for the spiritual warfare that every believer inevitably faces. Ephesians 6:10
The wind of the Spirit blows us toward submission and godly exercise of authority in parent/child and employee/employer relationships. Ephesians 6:1-9
Marriage is an earthy reproduction of the everlasting reality of Christ and the Church. Ephesians 5:21-33
The Spirit in us desires us to acknowledge God's grace and respond in contentment, gratitude, and submission. Ephesians 5:15-21
The filling of the Spirit is the activity and identity of Jesus being formed in our lives. Worship (communal and directed toward Christ) is one way we are filled with the Spirit. Ephesians 5:15-21
We live as light sexually when we expose the darkness in our own lives first, and discern what is pleasing to God. Ephesians 5:7-14
Sexual immorality is self-centered "getting," but thanksgiving is to see sex as God-centered "giving." Ephesians 5:3-14
All of our activity is rooted in love, because we are beloved children. Ephesians 5:1-2
Based on our identity in Christ, Paul prays for believers to be strengthened by the Spirit to know the love of Christ. Ephesians 3:14-21
Nicodemus recognizes Jesus as the Light. John 1:9-13; John 3:1-21; John 7:50-52; John 19:39
Jesus is Eternal, Fully God, Creator, Life, & Light. John 1:1-5; Genesis 1:1-3; Hebrews 1:1-3; John 5:24
The high school students from Wadsworth Student Ministries give testimonies of God's work in their lives.
Our participation in God's work depends on our faith. 2 Kings 13:14-21; Philippians 3:8-14; Ezekiel 37; John 11:25-26
God provides as we take steps of faith. Jesus ultimately provides for our greatest spiritual need: salvation. 2 Kings 4:38-44; John 6:5-14, 33-35, 51b
God sees and hears us in our grief and desperation. We can come to him with both deep desperation and deep faith. 2 Kings 4:8-37
God sees and hears us in our grief and desperation. We can come to him with both deep desperation and deep faith. 2 Kings 4:8-37
God desires to pour out his grace on all people, as he demonstrated by healing Namaan. 2 Kings 5; Luke 4:18-27; Ephesians 2:8-9
God desires to pour out his grace on all people, as he demonstrated by healing Namaan. 2 Kings 5; Luke 4:18-27; Ephesians 2:8-9
God provided, through Elisha, for the widow when she humbly admitted her need and exercised faith. 2 Kings 4:1-7
God provided, through Elisha, for the widow when she humbly admitted her need and exercised faith. 2 Kings 4:1-7
What is worship? How do I know if I'm worshipping? How does God want worship to be done?
Romans 12:1-2
Growing in Christ means growing in love, which changes our response to unrighteous anger and our habits of consumption.
Ephesians 4:25-28
The life of the believer is marked by humility, a renewed mind, movement into a deeper relationship with God, growth of spiritual desires, and true righteousness & holiness. Ephesians 4:17-24
The Church is united around Jesus, equipped with gifts to serve each other, and commanded to speak truth in love. Ephesians 4:11-16
Our identity is the source of our activity, but our activity forms & fuels our identity.
Ephesians 4:1-7
As the physical representation of Jesus on Earth, the Church has been designed by God to be committed to loving others.
Ephesians 3:14-21
God is celebrated as King and Judge. Psalm 98; Genesis 12:1-3; John 3:16-18; John 5:22-24; 2 Corinthians 5:10
All of the salvation blessings that the Messiah receives are given to David and to us, as believers in Christ. Psalm 3; 2 Samuel 15-16; Daniel 12:2
What shapes your thinking, shapes your life forever. Psalm 1; Hebrews 10:16; John 1:14-17; Matthew 5:17
Mature femininity is an eagerness to help exercise dominion over God's creation primarily, but not exclusively, by cultivating, nurturing, and enhancing life and by submitting to worthy men in the particular contexts that Scripture presents. Genesis 1:28, 2:18, 3:16, 20; Luke 22:41-42: Proverbs 1:8, 31:1, 30-31; Titus 2:3-5; Ephesians 5:22-24
Mature masculinity is a sense of gracious authority to exercise dominion over God's creation, providing and protecting others and sacrificially leading in particular contexts prescribed by God's Word. A mature man uses his strength for the benefit of others. Genesis 1-3; 1 Timothy 3:2-5; 1 Peter 3:1-7; 1 Corinthians 16:13-14
God created man & woman in His image as two unique reflectors; gave them one dominion in two distinct roles, and prescribed that two bodies would become one flesh. Genesis 1-2
Jesus solved our problem of death by his own death and resurrection. Luke 24; Isaiah 53:11-12; Philippians 2:8-11
Paul's conversion and ministry inspire us to live faithfully for Christ. Ephesians 3:1-13
Under the corruption of the world, our own flesh, and the devil, we were spiritually dead without Christ.
Ephesians 2:1-10
We can see the demonstration of God's power by his defeating of death, seating Jesus at his right hand with his enemies as a foot stool, and establishing the Church as the Body of Christ. Ephesians 1:19-23
Since we have confident access to God, let us hold fast in hope, draw near in faith, and gather in love. Hebrews 10:19-25
In Christ, we can know the hope to which we are called, the riches of his glorious inheritance, and the immeasurable greatness of his power. Ephesians 1:18-19
Jesus, though highly exalted, humbled himself to be born as a baby in lowly circumstances.
Luke 2:1-7
Mary responded in faith and submitted herself to God. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we can do the same and grow in certainty. Luke 1:5-38
Naaman’s willingness to humble himself and trust God led to his cure and moved him to worship; a reminder that in any circumstance, we can be thankful because our God healed us when we trusted him and humbled ourselves.
2 Kings 5:1-19, Luke 4:27-29
On The Road Trip of Life: A Testimony of God's Graciousness to a Cranky Passenger
James 1:2
To have a secure understanding of who we are in Christ, we must learn how to live out our identity.
Ephesians 1:11-14
In Christ, we have an inheritance that is both immediate and eternal.
Ephesians 1:11-14
Those who believe in Christ are saints: holy by justification and called to be blameless through sanctification. Ephesians 1:4-6
According to his own purposes and before he created anything, God lovingly chose those who would believe in Christ.
Ephesians 1:4-6
Receiving that the center of your identity is Christ and learning how to live out of that center. Ephesians 1:1-2
As Christians Thinking Biblically About Race, We Ought to Have These Three Marks Romans 12:3-5
Central to all of Christianity; the death of Jesus comprises a central and repeating theme in the book of Hebrews. This very brief message will help you consider the marvel of Jesus’ death from a more personal vantage point. What if someone in your family had to die for your sin? Hebrews 9:15-28
For 1500 years only one priest had access to the presence of God in the tabernacle then the temple, and he only one time per year! Not only was access to God's presence severely limited, it's effect on the people was only skin deep! All of that changed by what Jesus has done. Hebrews 9:1-14
When you get into your car to drive somewhere you usually know where you want to end up. What if you accidentally, without noticing, took a wrong turn? What actions do you take when you start to notice that you're headed to the wrong destination? Hebrews 8:7-13
We all have personal preferences when it comes to the ways we worship Jesus. How many arguments have been had in churches over song selection, volume and music style? This section of Hebrews speaks truth to this tension. Hebrews 7:26-8:6
There are powerful truths tucked away in Hebrews chapter 7 about a mysterious figure named Melchizedek. If you have issues with change, you may be encouraged. Hebrews 7:1-25
Hope is future faith. It serves as an anchor for the soul and it’s lodged in the very character and heart of God. Although certainly understandable, what are we saying about God’s integrity when we lose hope in his promises? Hebrews 6:13-20
No matter how much you desire to know God, you’ll never know him to that extent until you discipline yourself to seek him. However the real power necessary for disciplining yourself may surprise you. Matthew 26:41; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27
If you’re a follower of Jesus, he’s prayed specifically for you. Instructively, he’s prayed for your unity with other believers; a unity of love and a unity of purpose. John 17:20-26
If you are like most people, you may be driven to prayer by your needs. If you are a Christian the Bible tells us God knows what we need even before we ask. Do you know there is something much greater than your need?
Pastor Mark Vroegop (Simulcast from Akron Campus) teaches what it would be like to Restore a vision for the Word and Prayer. Acts 6:4 - video available on Akron Campus Site
What do you find motivates you to pray? This message looks at the primary Biblical motivation to pray.
To children of God, certainty of salvation is not only possible but freely offered by the Father in his word.
Hebrews 5:11-6:12
Whether you’re a mom on Mother’s Day or any other follower of Jesus, what a joy it is to be reminded that the maker of heaven and earth is our keeper! What’s a keeper? Psalm 121
What would a rightside-up world look like, where we refused to lift ourselves up, but rather lived humbly and waited for the Lord to exalt us? 1 Peter 5:6-7
Why do we so readily "go beyond what is written" in judging others and what should we do instead? 1 Corinthians 4:6-7
What’s the difference between the judging Jesus commands and the judging Jesus forbids? 1 Corinthians 4:1-7
Even though our world is rampant with judgment maybe we don’t have to be insecure about it. How much freer would you feel if you weren’t concerned about how other people judged you? 1 Corinthians 4:1-7
So on one hand Jesus says do not judge and on the other he says judge? Our relativistic culture echoes these words but for much different reasons. What is fitting for the child of God? Colossians 2:6-10
One of the uncomplicated truths declared on Easter is that Jesus alone forgives! Jesus really didn’t leave much room to be neutral about his claims. He said he was the only one who could forgive and then he went out and did it.
Praise God Jesus is resolute in meeting the greatest needs of humanity instead of our greatest demands. The King didn’t cave to the pressure of the crowds on Palm Sunday. Matthew 21:1-3
Does it seem selfish to faithfully serve Jesus motivated by the promise of incredible eternal reward? Consider the story Jesus tells his disciples to help us understand our responsibility as we wait for the fullness of his kingdom. Luke 19:11-27
In the only parable to utilize a named character, Jesus reveals realities of His kingdom. There’s a clue in “Lazarus” essential for a rich understanding. Luke 16:19-31
What is it about a lying, cheating, deceiving, conniving employee that Jesus tells his followers to model in their own lives? Luke 16:1-13
The same well known story recorded in the gospel of Luke with a much different meaning. The story has nothing to do with “lost” people being found by God and everything to do with the care of his children. Matthew 18:10-14
A warning to all of us that tend to feel better about our relationship with God by comparing it to those who appear to be doing worse than we are. Luke 18:9-14
If you're a Christian you'd obviously agree with the statement that God is generous, but do you believe he's been generous to you? Is God just generally generous or has he been specifically and astoundingly generous to you?
Between a brand new follower of Jesus and one that’s walked with him for years, who’s the most likely to ask, “What’s in it for me?” The answer, tied up with jealousy, may surprise you. Matthew 19:20-20:16
So what does it actually look like to forgive someone who’s really hurt us? How can I know if I’ve obediently forgiven someone or am giving into the propensity of our hearts to withhold forgiveness? Matthew 18:23-25
A look at the final 3 of Jesus' initial set of parables (the Hidden Treasure, the Pearl and the Dragnet), ending with the affirmation that His disciples have been entrusted with treasures to present to the world. Matthew 13:44-52
One of only two parables for which Jesus gives extended explanation. Barring submission to Jesus, the “weeds” face a sobering judgement marked by agonizing “weeping” and the “wheat” is enjoined to model the Father’s patience. Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43
The final installment of the introductory 3 part message to an extended series on the parables of Jesus; discovering in Jesus’ interpretation of the parable of the Sower some foundational principles for understanding the meaning of His stories. Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
The introductory 3 part message to an extended series on the parables of Jesus; discovering the first of two reasons Jesus discloses for teaching in parables. Parables reveal a response to Jesus. Matthew 13:10-17
In this concluding message on the book of Ecclesiastes youth fades, death rolls in like a thundercloud and unsurprisingly joy reigns supreme. Do you know how to find it? Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:14
Life’s uncertainty and our lack of control tempt us to hold on tightly to life’s resources for fear we won’t have enough when we need it. The follower of Jesus trusts in God’s provision and obeys the wise command, Cast your bread upon the waters. Ecclesiastes 11:1-6
Although wisdom is superior to foolishness in every way, it’s not without its vulnerabilities. A little folly outweighs wisdom and honor. Ecclesiastes 9:11-10:20
Part 15 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. July 26, 2015. Ecclesiastes 9:1-10.
The third of a three week series studying Faith. Greg Grimwood. July 19, 2015. Hebrews 11:1.
The second of a three week series studying Faith. Greg Grimwood. July 12, 2015. Hebrews 11:1.
The first of a three week series studying Faith. Greg Grimwood. July 5, 2015. Hebrews 11:1.
Beginning a break from the book of Ecclesiastes, Jacob Ley steps in to preach on John 14:12-21. June 28, 2015.
Part 14 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. June 21, 2015. Ecclesiastes 8:2-15.
Part 13 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. June 14, 2015. Ecclesiastes 7:11-8:1.
Part 12 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. June 7, 2015. Ecclesiastes 7:11-18.
Part 11 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Greg Grimwood. May 31, 2015. Ecclesiastes 7:1-14.
Part 10 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. May 24, 2015. Ecclesiastes 6.
After several weeks on other topics, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist continues with section 2 of the series. Zac Derr. May 17, 2015.
Mother's Day 2015. Encouraging words for all the moms out there. Watch the intro video at Zac Derr. May 10, 2015. Psalm 139:1-6; Isaiah 66:12-13; 1 Peter 4:8.
Launching two services with a series called Too Much? Zac Derr. April 12, 2015. Philippians 4:4-7, Matthew 6:25-33.
Part 8 wrapping up section 1 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. March 22, 2015. Ecclesiastes 5:10-20.
Part 7 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. March 15, 2015. Ecclesiastes 5:1-9.
Part 6 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. March 8, 2015. Ecclesiastes 4:4-16.
Part 5 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. March 1, 2015. Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3.
Part 4 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. February 22, 2015. Ecclesiastes 3:1-15.
Part 3 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. February 15, 2015. Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26.
Part 2 of the series, Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. February 8, 2015. Ecclesiastes 1:1-11.
Launching a series called Ecclesiastes: Meaning in the Mist. Zac Derr. February 1, 2015.
Close to a new year can be the right time to stop for a moment and reflect. Zac Derr. December 28, 2014. Psalm 23.
Part 10 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Greg Grimwood. November 30, 2014. 1 Peter 5:1-5.
Part 9 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. November 23, 2014. 1 Peter 4:12-14.
Part 8 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. November 16, 2014. 1 Peter 4:1-2.
Part 7 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. November 9, 2014. 1 Peter 3:1-7.
Part 5 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Greg Grimwood. October 26, 2014. 1 Peter 2:13-14.
Part 4 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. October 19, 2014. 1 Peter 2:11-12.
Part 3 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. October 12, 2014. 1 Peter 2:4-10.
Part 2 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Zac Derr. October 5, 2014. 1 Peter 1:13-21.
Part 1 of the series, The First Letter of Peter. Due to copyright, the video clip showed in service could not be included. Zac Derr. September 28, 2014. 1 Peter 1:1-9, 1 Peter 5:12-14.
Part 6 of the Biblical Believer series. Tim Armstrong. September 21, 2014. Matthew 28:16-20.
Part 4 of the Biblical Believer series. Zac Derr. September 7, 2014. Mark 12:41-44, 2 Corinthians 9:6-11.
Part 5 of The Biblical Church series. Zac Derr. August 3, 2014. Matthew 16:13-28; Ephesians 4:11-16.
A look into the proverb about the wife of noble character. Zac Derr. May 11, 2014. Proverbs 31:10-31.
Part 27 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. April 20, 2014. Mark 15:40-16:8.
Part 26 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. April 6, 2014. Mark 14:53-72.
Part 25 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. March 30, 2014. Mark 14:12-52.
Part 24 of the Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Greg Grimwood. March 23, 2014. Mark 14:1-11.
Part 23 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. March 16, 2014. Mark 13:1-37.
Part 22 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. March 9, 2014. Mark 12:13-44.
Part 21 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. March 2, 2014. Mark 11:27-12:12.
Part 20 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. February 23, 2014. Mark 11:1-25.
Part 19 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. February 16, 2014. Mark 10:32-52.
Part 18 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. February 9, 2014. Mark 10:13-31.
Part 17 (Part 16 unavailable due to technical difficulties) of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Greg Grimwood. February 2, 2014. Mark 10:1-12.
Part 15 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Mike Castelli. Simulcast from Green. January 19, 2014. Mark 8:27-38.
Part 14 (Part 13 unavailable due to technical difficulties) of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. January 12, 2014. Mark 8:1-21.
Part 12 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. November 24, 2013. Mark 7:1-23.
Part 11 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. November 17, 2013. Mark 6:30-56
Part 10 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. November 10, 2013. Mark 6:6b-29.
Part 9 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Greg Grimwood. November 3, 2013. Mark 5:21-6:6.
Part 8 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. October 27, 2013. Mark 4:26-5:20.
Part 7 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. October 20, 2013. Mark 4:1-25.
Part 6 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. October 13, 2013. Mark 3:7-35.
Part 5 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Greg Grimwood. October 6, 2013. Mark 2:18-3:6.
Part 4 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Jacob Ley. Simulcast from Akron. September 29, 2013. Mark 2:1-17.
Part 3 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. September 22, 2013. Mark 1:16-45.
Part 2 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. September 15, 2013. Mark 1:1-15.
Part 1 of The Gospel of Mark: Following Jesus. Zac Derr. September 8, 2013. An overview of Mark.