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Ignite Church exists to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. This podcast includes messages from Lead Pastor Jason Lineberger and others, holding nothing back on subjects that are real and relevant in our culture today. Visit Ignite online at www.ignitechurch.com for additional info and content.
In Psalm 27, David refers to his enemies being all around him, yet he desires just one thing, to be in the presence of God.
How can we be united with God in such a way that it allows us to serve the world around us freely and openly?
Join Pastor Chris in week 2 of our series, United We Stand.
It can feel like there is more now that divides us than unites us. But as is with everything else in life, as a believer we carry a unique perspective on the world around us.
With an election season upon us, let's dive into how we can better serve our community in a season like this. How do we serve our neighbors during an election year? Join Pastor Jason as he kicks off our new series, United We Stand.
Closing up our series in Leviticus, we talked about the year of Jubilee, and Atonement. This is one of the most powerful promises for believers in the book of Leviticus.
This is the definition of saving the best for last! Join Pastor Jason in week 6 of Blood, Beards, and Belonging!
The Lord is Holy and he cares about our holiness. But what does holiness look like for us as His church?
There are very specific things we can pull from Leviticus on this specific topic!
Join Pastor Jason in Week 5 of our series on Leviticus!
Does God really care about the food that we eat or the clothes that we wear? It seems like he does based on this weeks passages in Leviticus, but is there more to it?
Let's dive into week 4 of Beards, Blood, and Belonging!
The priests in Leviticus were sinners just like the rest of the Israelites. There were sacrifices that they needed as well to be able to go before God. There was special anointing they had to go through.
Today as God's priesthood, we have a lot of parallels to the way Jesus has given everything to us to cleanse us and make us his priests in this world.
Check out week 3 of Leviticus with Pastor Jason!
One of the first things you begin to read in Leviticus is all about the different offerings that are required for different things. You also read about the different "ingredients" to use for different situations.
At first glance these seem easy to gloss over, but what is the meaning of these different offerings and the different things required for them?
Week 2 of Leviticus is now live!
Leviticus hits everyone in a different way. Most of us are just trying to read the Bible through for the first time when Leviticus causes us to stumble a bit.
What is the point of this book? How does it apply to us today?
In week one we start at the beginning in chapter 1 and take a look at the parallel of the priests and us as New Testament believers.
To live off of leftovers will leave you always wanting, but to be generous off of leftovers is a bit of an oxymoron.
How can God command us to be generous when we don't have enough? What is it we are missing?
Join Pastor Jason for week 2 of leftovers to see what God has for us through generosity.
No one likes to be given leftovers as if it weren't. You don't treat your friend to a half drank Starbucks drink right?
So many times this is exactly how we treat God with our resources. We give him our leftovers and not our first.
Join Pastor Jason as he gets real about money and our walks with Jesus in week 1 of "Leftovers"
How can you really stay sexually pure in the culture we live in today? Is it realistically possible?
How do I help my teenage kids with these issues? I didn't deal with a world with social media or smart phones and have no idea how to help?
Let's talk about it in week 3 of Frequently Asked Questions!
Are there limits to God's power? Are there some things that God can't or won't do?
Can God make a rock so big that He can't lift it??
Join Pastor Jason as we dive into your questions on FAQ week 2!
Should a women have the title of "Pastor" in a church? Should they even be allowed to speak?
The answers found in the Bible may surprise you and be a little more nuanced than you would expect.
What is oneness with God look like? What does it look like to have time with God where you are vulnerable and exposed?
It's one thing to have a time of rest and another thing to fill that time with the Lord. In week 2 of Sabbatical, Pastor Chris takes us through the journey or oneness with Jesus in our quiet time.
Pastor Jason took his first extended amount of time off since he and a few others began Ignite Church. During this sabbatical Jason spent time with God, family, and rested. In his first Sunday back he shared what God spoke to him about rest.
We don't rest well. It's not a church thing, it's a human thing. The truth is that God cares about how we rest. Let's join Pastor Jason to hear a convicting message on what God has to say about our rest.
Romans leaves you with a lot of knowledge about the gospel, but we are still left with the question of "What do we DO with that knowledge?"
We not only want to be hearers of the word but doers as well. It's a great thing that Paul included so much of that in chapter 12 of Romans for us. Join Pastor Josh as he shares with us about how we can live out the gospel in our every day life.
The Gospel is the good news of Jesus, but what is it exactly? Sometimes you can hear something so much but not realize your familiarity is not built on an actual knowledge of what something is.
What is the Gospel, and how do we approach it? Romans Chapter 10 illuminates this almost better than any chapter in the Bible. Join Pastor Chris this week as we dive into week 5 on When In Romans!
In Romans chapter 9 we see parts of the God of the universe that can be a little uncomfortable. We are confronted with a look in the mirror at how easy it can be to see ourselves in one light and everyone else in another. We see how quickly we are to tell God what He should and shouldn't do.
It's the start of a 3 chapter section of the book of Romans where Paul confronts the church of that day which in many ways represents us as a church today. Join Pastor Jared as he delivers a powerful message on Romans 9.
Romans 8 for some is the most famous chapter in the Bible. Verses you didn't even realize were Bible verses that get quoted all the time come from this very chapter.
What is the power of this chapter? We are so glad you asked and Pastor Jake takes us through this chapter in week 3 of When in Romans.
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With no problem of sin, there is no need for a savior. We all know this but do we live it out. What are the true priorities of a disciple of Jesus.
Romans 3 starts to dive into this on a deeper level. Read chapter 3 of Romans and dive into this weeks message with Pastor Jason.
Paul hits the highest power in the known world in Rome with the book of Romans. While he never planted a church in Rome, his book to the church there was his most comprehensive on the subject of the gospel. Needless to say there is a lot to unpack and digest in this book.
In this first week we are diving into chapter 1 and hitting the ground running! Join Pastor Jason talking through just how similar we are to this church, and the idols that we live with today.
Marriage is a beautiful covenant that is both a burden and a blessing. It's very different from a contract where you are only concerned for your interests. Boaz shows an incredible perspective on the commitment that marriage is with Ruth in Ruth chapter 4.
Join Pastor Jason for the last week of our series on the book of Ruth talking about marriage.
It's hard to live out a life of commitment and dedication to another person when you haven't defined the relationship. Expectations don't work when the other person doesn't know they exist. What we allow can be a beautiful or completely unintentional step in a relationship.
Join pastor Jason for week 3 of Ruth as we dive into the story of Ruth and Boaz as they define their relationship which eventually led to the birth of Jesus himself.
Mother's Day is a beautiful celebration, and yet complex day for many. It is so amazing to have the story of Ruth and Naomi to show us how this relationship is so much more than a biological one.
Join our Women's Director, Lila Garro, for week 2 of our series through the book of Ruth.
And if you are a mom, Happy Mother's Day!
Dating is a challenge in our world today. More and more young adults are not getting married or seeking marriage in general.
Is this a good thing?
We should always go to God's word when we are answering questions about such a big decision and part of peoples lives. Join Pastor Jason as we kick off a series on relationships through the book of Ruth.
Will we be married in Heaven? Will those in Hell ever cease to exist?
We all have random questions about the afterlife and in this message with Pastor Jason we hit some of the most popular ones.
No one has a problem with the concept of Heaven, but Hell on the other hand...not as much.
What is Hell? Why does it exist? Who is it for? How should the reality of Hell motivate us while we are here on Earth?
Join Pastor Jake this week as we talk through the tough topic of Hell.
Heaven is a place that most of our culture and society are totally ok with. The problem with Heaven is not whether or not people would like to go there, but rather the perception of why would we want to go, or what it even is.
Let's talk about Heaven today with Pastor Jason.
The tomb is empty and the King is risen!
Resurrection was not only something Christ did, but something He continues to do in the hearts of his sons and daughters.
How does Jesus handle emotions? How does he react when we bring our emotions to him?
In week 2 of our series on resurrection, Pastor Chris shares the well known story of Lazarus. There are so many things you can pull from this story, but we guarantee you haven't looked at it from this way before!
We serve a God of Resurrection! No matter who He encounters and no matter how dead the situation seems, He is Lord over death!
Join Pastor Jason as he dives into week one of our Easter series of 2024 as we dive into the miraculous power of Jesus.
It's always a special treat to have Pastor David Nelms in the house to share with our church the latest updates on The Timothy Initiative. This past year we have been a partner with this ministry to see churches planted all over the globe.
This week Pastor David shares an update of how we are helping plant churches far from us in Easter NC.
In week two of our series "Here, Near, and Far" we are talking about how God has called our church to reach people near us in the state of NC.
We have special guest speaker, Chris Hankins, join us for a powerful message and sharing about Ignite's ministry partner, Carolina Movement. We are partnering with them to see a church planted in every county of NC (100 churches).
The mission of Ignite is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ, and our Vision to accomplish that mission is to plant gospel centered church's here, near and far.
Pastor Jason explains the first part of our vision in this message: Here. God has called us to impact the community immediately around us in Greenville/Winterville, NC.
There is perhaps no other part of the Christian faith that has more mystery than the person of the Holy Spirit. Who is he/it? What do they do?
There are often more questions than answers, but the one thing we can't ignore is the reality that He is God, and Jesus told us it was good for Him to leave so the Holy Spirit could come. Join Pastor Jason in week 3 of Oil Change to discuss who the Holy Spirit is and how do we have a relationship with Him!
What do you really control in your life? Are our lives completely predestined and mapped out before we even act, or do we have complete control over our destiny?
It's time to tune up this part of our theology and pay attention to the things that we are responsible for and are in control of. Here's week 2 of Oil Change with Pastor Jason.
We all need a tune up every once in a while when our engine has so many miles on it. We also need to revisit parts of our theology that we haven't looked at in a while to see where we have strayed.
In week one we look at the concept of salvation. There is almost nothing more core to what it means to be a Christian, but this theological topic is one that can become too familiar if we aren't careful.
Daniel and the lion's den is the story we have heard over and over, but when is the last time you really read that story with fresh eyes?
Daniel's heart was devotion to God, and prayer in the face of death. Do we approach prayer with that level of devotion?
Let's dive into the last week of our series Desperate!
Do you follow the crowd or do you follow your own path? Do you speak up when something is not right, or are you more passive in your convictions?
These are hard questions that many times we don't even have to confront, but that was not the case in this weeks story from the book of Daniel. What can we learn from the desperation shown by Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego?
Join us for week 3 of Desperate!
It's one thing to struggle with control issues, it's another thing to come face to face with God and realize you are utterly and completely out of control.
That's what happens in this weeks passage from the book of Daniel. Join Pastor Jason to dive into this amazing passage and what we can learn about our own control issues.
Starting 2024 with a desperation for God is the best thing we can do. To seek Him above anything else will only make 2024 the best year we have ever lived.
Join Pastor Jason as he talks about a few men who were in a place of intense persecution but were desperate to follow God no matter what!
Celebrate Christmas with us in God's word!
The wise men were such an interesting group of individuals and there is a lot to learn from them!
The Shepards are often glossed over in the Christmas story and in some ways, rightfully so! They were the common people with jobs that no one else wanted. But in typical fashion God revealed his plan to those who least expected it and in many ways didn't deserve it.
God is pursuing us in so many of the same ways! Dive into week 2 of "Here Comes Heaven" with Pastor Jason and learn about the story of the Shepards!
Mary undoubtedly has one of the most unique human experiences we have on record. Heaven was a part of her life in a way that no one else ever encountered. How did she respond and how should we respond when we encounter Heaven in this way?
How God speaks to us is through his word. It's really that simple.
The Bible can be difficult to understand, but that should never keep us from reading and consuming it every day. It is truly one of the biggest components to the secret sauce of being a Christian.
Prayer is communication with the God of the universe. Sometimes we take that pretty lightly or miss the point entirely.
Join Pastor Jason (Sporting his Star Wars apron) as we dive into the topic of prayer!
Without the right ingredients a Christian just doesn't seem like a Christian.
Why does this matter? We aren't working for our salvation, but we are representing Christ on Earth and that does matter!
What is your favorite sauce? It's that time of year to deep fry a turkey and pull out that house sauce that is like the icing on the cake!
What is the secret sauce of the Christian life? Let's dive in!
Closing out our series on Relational Vampires, Pastor Chris shares with us how to love critical people.
We know you have no one in your life like that, but in case you ever do come across someone with a critical spirit, or you have struggled with that in your life, we encourage you to check out this weeks message!
Do you have needy people in your life? It's pretty obvious that the answer to that question is "YES"
How do we have relationships with these people? How do we help them without hurting them?
In week 3 of our series on 1 John, Pastor Josh brings a powerful challenge about confronting the sin in our lives head on with the power of the Holy Spirit!
This week in 1 John we transition from John's credentials to the vital words he gives about how to live the Christian life and speak the love language of God.
Love is different in scripture than we typically experience it in our lives. Join Pastor Jason this week as he dives into week 2 of 1 John.
It's one thing to talk to read the words of someone who knows a lot about Jesus. It's another thing to read the words of someone who walked with him. Someone who heard him speak in person. Someone who lived with him for 3 years.
That's what we get in the book of 1 John.
We can be plugged into a lot of things in our life, hear a lot of voices, but the one thing we can not afford to be unplugged from as a Christian is the Holy Spirit.
Join us for the final week and learn how to be plugged in to the Holy Spirit!
We not only need to be plugged into Christ to live the life He has called us to live, we need community. God has called other's around us to help guide us and sharpen us.
Join us this week as we talk about the importance of our community.
For things that require power, they have to be plugged in. Simple, right?
Why does such a simple concept work in our practical day to day, but we don't apply it to our spiritual lives?
Lets dive into week one of our series Plugged In, and talk about being plugged into the source of Christ.
The end of Revelation tells us of a new Heaven and a new Earth, but what does those scriptures refer to? Is it a literal new Earth or just a revamped version of our Earth? Will we be in Heaven or on Earth? What will it be like? What will we do?
All this and more in our final week of Revelation.
What is the great white throne judgment? When does it happen? How do I know my name is in the lamb's book of life?
Week 7 of our series on Revelation is here!
The story of Revelation is one of a lot of mystery and can leave one scared, but the truth is, this letter if full of hope! Jesus returns for His church!
When does this happen? Does he stay on the earth for a literal 1000 years?
All this and more in week 6 of our series on Revelation!
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Who is the Anti-Christ? When is he going to be here? How will we know who he is? What about the mark of the beast?
In week 5 of our series on Revelation, Pastor Josh dives into the subject of the anti-christ.
The four horseman of the apocalypse can bring up a lot of imagery. What do you imagine?
That's exactly what we are talking about this week and more!
In week 1, Pastor Jason walks with us through the context for this series. Who wrote the book of Revelation? Where was it written? Who was it written to? And more importantly, what does this book mean for us today?
This week Pastor Jason talks about the genealogy leading to the birth of Jesus and how God was able to use these people to further His plan.
This week, Pastor Jason walks us through yet another encounter of Jesus performing another miracle. He was able to heal a man who was blind and give him the ability to see again. How is God going to open your eyes this week and how will you use that to further your calling?
This week, Lead Pastor Jason walks us through the mission behind what it took for this group of people to get their this paralyzed man to Jesus.
After the Israelites crossed over into the promised land, they knew that God was doing something new in them. To be set a part God asked them to do something physically that He's asking us to do spiritually.
When the Israelites crossed Jordan they set up a rock memorial to remind them of where they have been, what God has done, and where they are going. Many of us as we begin a new year need to be reminded of all that God has done so we can be propelled that He's pushing us forward into a new season.
In Week 2 of Won't You Be My Neighbor Pastor Jake Moore shares why it's so important as Christians that we impact the lives around us.
God intentionally set your neighbors around you. The good ones, the annoying ones, the ones at work, at school, and in your neighborhood. What we do with those in proximity matters now and for eternity.
Pastor Jen finished our series Your Nature breaking down the final week of The Trinity: God the Father.
Pastor Josh Faulkner brought Week 2 of Your Nature. The Holy Spirit is fully God but most people only see it as the "action" or "movement" of God. Who really is the Holy Spirit and how do we know if He is active in our lives?
What is the nature of God really like? Can it be defined? The Trinity is something that is very difficult to understand fully, but knowing who God is will shape and define who we are in light of Him...
Pastor Tyler Moor wrapped up Chasing Purpose with a crucial message that we all need to hear. It's that balance of Faith and Works. If we say we love God but do nothing to serve His Kingdom or others then where is the disconnect? Pastor Tyler shares the who, why, and how of serving God's Kingdom. Many of us aren't fulfilling our purpose because we are chasing something for ourselves than for others...
Are we chasing after the American dream of after God's calling? What's the difference and how do we know as Christians if we are doing the right thing with and in our lives? Check out week 2 of Chasing Purpose.
What happens when we get to the top of our success ladder and realize it's been leaned against the wrong building the entire time? God has a specific purpose and calling for all of our lives and too often we chase the wrong the thing.
Pastor Tony Wilson delivered a powerful message for the final week of Overflow. "The way we handle money shows Whose we are."
Overflow. How is that even possible when we are stuck in debt, prices of rising on everything, and it looks like there is no relief in sight? Believe it or not, God's economy is not the same as the worlds. What we has Christians must do is learn how to discern how God's economy works, and often it seems backwards. Check out Week 2 of Overflow to see how biblical princes of money can change our heart and life forever.
Pastor Jake Moore kicked off our Overflow series. Stewardship and finances are some of the things that Christians don't like talking about but Jesus talked more about them than anything else. Check out Overflow!
In the final week of Masterclass, Pastor Jason takes us through Jame's last lesson. The power and practice of prayer is something that many of us as Christians neglect or don't take seriously. So how important is it, what's the power behind it, and does it actually change things???
Learning how love and obedience works hand in hand is tough sometimes. We can say we love Jesus, but then we don't live it out. James was very clear about how serious our actions and beliefs should agree with one another. Check out Week 4 of Masterclass
In Week 3 of Masterclass, it's all about the power of our words. Have you ever said something then immediately regretted it? As a follower of Christ the things we say should be building people and God's Kingdom but often we find ourselves tearing down and hurting others with the things we say. God's Word teaches us how we can tame our tongue and use it for God's glory...
Faith without works is dead. What does that actually mean? How do we show our faith and not just get caught up in what others see but reveal the genuine love for the Father in what we do? Check out Week 2 of Masterclass! #Masterclass
Masterclass. It's like if Wayne Gretzky taught you how to play hockey. Or Michael Jordan gave you a one on one lesson on basketball. Instead of sports though this Masterclass is taught by James, the brother of Jesus. In the book of James, we not only learn what a Christian believes, but how to actually live like one...
For Father's Day it's all about The Warrior that God has called us as men and women to be. The show that is the illustration for this message is The Mandalorian. Check out this week to see how God is calling us all to stand for the right thing...
Another incredible week of At The Movies, and this time we are talking about the show WandaVision. Are you who the world says you are? Are you who the enemy says you are? Or are you who God says you are. Often we are listening to the wrong voices in our lives....
Surrender isn't losing, it's the position we need to be in for God to win. Check out Week 4 of Unstuck.
Do you believe in the power of prayer? Most of us walk through a door and then pray that God would bless it. Make sure that we are covering those possible doors with prayer before we even open them... Check out Unstuck Week 3.
Ever feel stuck? Ever feel like your circumstances are controlling your joy or growth? In week 2 of Unstuck we see how Rebekah was determined to do the will of God no matter the situation. She wasn't defined by her failures but by her Faith...
Pastor Jennifer Kelly kicked off our series Unstuck on Mother's Day focusing on how often our problems turn into God's power.
“Hey God, Asking for a friend. How does the Bible say we should respond as Christians to racism and how do we build bridges instead of walls with those around us?” Pastor Jason wraps up our series by tackling some tough relevant questions and invites some special guests to answer them as well.
"Hey God, Asking For A Friend. Does someone who commits suicide go straight to hell? What happens to people who haven't heard the gospel at all? Join us for Week 3 of Asking For A Friend as we tackle more tough questions that many of us are asking God.
"Hey God, Asking for a friend. When does a baby actually become a real person? What about abortion?" Another very tough question that many of us don't like to talk about unless it's in political terms, but it's an honest question and biblically there are clear examples to answer these questions.
"Hey God, Asking for a Friend." What would I tell someone who asks about being transgendered and what the Bible has to say about it? Or if two people of the same gender are married to one another, why is God not ok with that?
He Is Risen. The Tomb is Empty. This moment changed history forever and started the movement called Christianity. Why is something that happened 2000 years ago so important for our everyday life? God is still Resurrecting people everyday and so here's what the tomb being empty means for you...
Jesus doesn't make bad people good, he makes dead people alive. We've often worried that God didn't care about us or that He has left us for dead. Mary and Martha, two very close friends to Jesus felt the same way about their situation. Check out how Jesus's timing is always perfect...
Jesus doesn't make bad people good, He makes dead people alive. As we prepare for Easter we are looking at three distinct encounters where God brought the dead to life. Check out Week 1 of Death to Life....
In the final week of Love Song it's all about Jesus. The only way we can love others the way God wants us to is to love Jesus first and foremost. Without Jesus being our one, we will never be able to properly love our two, which is our spouse.
How do you keep your marriage from becoming "Just Roommates" or "Just about the Kids"? The enemy would be totally fine with you staying married if you actually didn't honor the Bedroom, or didn't pursue one another as Jesus has commanded us to. Completely bored, stagnant men and women is something that Satan loves in marriage. In this Week of Love Song, it's obvious than when you have a biblical marriage it just keeps getting better....
How to fight and forgive well are some of the most important aspects of a healthy marriage. We need to fight for our marriage, but not fight our partner. When there is conflict or disagreements how we forgive and respond can either make or break all that God is doing in our relationships. In the sixth week of Love Song learn from Solomon and Shulamite how to navigate these things...
Pastor Jason and his wife Jessica joined the platform together to deliver a very special message in the Love Song series. The honeymoon period is over so now what? How do you deal with conflict in marriage, and how important is communication?
In this passage of the Song of Solomon it is the honeymoon part of Solomon and Shulamite's relationship. In every relationship there is what we call a honeymoon period. During that part of the relationship, in the covenant of marriage we see how a husband and wife should truly treat one another. Sexuality is something that the world has tried to define time and time again, but the Word of God shows us clearly how and when our sexuality should be expressed.
Many people spend a lot of time preparing for their wedding day. Whether it’s buying the dress, picking out the cake, booking a venue, getting the right photographer, or dealing with the invite list a lot of time, energy, and money goes into making it just right. But what about preparing for marriage? How much do we actually care about the marriage itself?
Let's Get Real... The questions Christ followers should be asking their spouses, significant others, or even singles as they pursue relationship.
Whether you are Single, Dating, Married, Divorced, or Widowed, God has something to say about your relationship status. The Song of Solomon is the ultimate Love Song and the relationship journey throughout this book of the Bible will impact you on so many levels.
We don't know anyone more Fired Up than Dr. David Nelms is about sharing the gospel. Through Pastor David's ministry The Timothy Initiative over one million people have given their lives to Christ and thousands of churches have been planted. Let this message set a Fire in your heart to let everyone know who Jesus is and what He has done. #FiredUp
What gets you Fired Up? A sporting event, upcoming vacation, a promotion, helping those in need? There is something that fuels your passion. As we kick off a new year we should be able to apply that passion to our relationship and calling with Christ. In 2021 we want to be a people that are consumed and Fired Up about Jesus! #FiredUp
Christ's birth, life, and death literally split History in two. The question is what side of the line do we actually live on. Our tendency is to keep going back and living a life as though Christ never came. However, He is Here and has changed everything. Which side of the line will you live on?
Jesus literally split history. World Wide, Jesus coming to earth and then his death changed our calendars forever. He didn’t just change how we record History, but He changed everything. Check out Week 1 of The Line.
If God said "yes" to all of our prayers, what would the world look like? Are we praying for the advancement of God's Kingdom, or to have a happy life? Knowing that God does answer prayer, maybe we have been asking for the wrong things. Check out Week 3 The God Box!
“You have not because you ask not”. James 4:2-3. Do you believe in the power of prayer? It’s obvious that James, the brother of Jesus did. This very verse reveals to us that not only does God listen to our prayers, but that He can and does act on them. #GodBox
Typically we don't want to put God in a box, and we aren't asking you to. But, what if we actually believed God's Word enough to fill up a box with prayers that are really on our Heart and His Heart? What could God do if His people actually prayed intentional, life giving, mountain moving prayers?
I pledge allegiance to the "United" States is what it's supposed to say, but these days it's more like the Divided States. As Christians how do we come together when there are so many differences of opinions. What is our role as Christians and as Americans and how do we balance to the two? Pastor Jason shows us the biblical perspective of where Republicans and Democrats get their convictions for many of the "hot topic" issues, and how to find unity even in the differences.
In the final week of Traveling Light, Pastor Rob Koz delivers a powerful message on Depression. For so long there has been a stigma of it not being ok to deal with Depression and be a Christian. This is a lie from the enemy and Depression can fall on anyone. Pastor Rob addresses the stigma and the solution....
In the series Traveling Light we have been learning how to let go of all the burdens and baggage we tend to keep carrying even after following Jesus. The baggage of Addiction is one that can be so heavy and keep us from full-filling God's plan for our lives.
Ever been anxious or worried about something? As Christians we are told not to worry, but Anxiety is something that many of us continue to carry in our lives as we follow Christ. Putting our trust in God and surrendering all of our fears is much easier said than done. Pastor Jason gives us practical biblical ways to cast it all on the One who can handle it all.
Most of us have baggage of some kind, but you would think that as Christians we would have handed it over to Christ. There are so many of us that are holding on to past mistakes, rejection, abuse, anxiety, depression, addictions and many other things. In Traveling Light we will learn how to allow let go and give it all God.
In the final week of The Cure we go straight to the heart of one of the biggest religious diseases that Christians can have: A Critical Heart. Sadly, Christians can be the most critical and judgmental people on earth. In a culture where we can so easily share our opinions and criticisms of one another what is The Cure?
In Week 3 of The Cure, Radiate Youth Pastor Devin Trulin brings the message about Performance Pathogens. He goes through the lies that we often believe as followers of Christ about ourselves and our calling. There is a cure to the Performance Pathogen and it is Trust. Tune In!
Many of us have gotten used to wearing masks for the last few months, but did you know that some of us have been wearing masks for years? The word hypocrite is pretty well known in church and non church culture. When is the last time you really let someone see the real you instead of some church or Christian mask? Check out Week 2 of The Cure.
In a season of Pandemic many of us are trying to stay healthy and away from all kinds of sickness. There is a disease however that can be hidden to most, especially those who call themselves Christians. This sickness is called Religion and some of the best intentioned people have it. We'll be looking at the symptoms and all the effects of this disease, as well as THE CURE.
Ever got an apple that seemed good only to be rotten at the core? Many of us can be just like that apple. We can put on a smile, show up when we need to, and seem pretty good on the outside. However, if others could see our center as God does, what wold they see? As a church we want to peele back our layers so we can reveal our mission and our heart for why God has put us here. Here’s At The Core.
Ever got an apple that seemed good only to be rotten at the core? Many of us can be just like that apple. We can put on a smile, show up when we need to, and seem pretty good on the outside. However, if others could see our center as God does, what wold they see? As a church we want to peele back our layers so we can reveal our mission and our heart for why God has put us here. Here’s At The Core.
Ever got an apple that seemed good only to be rotten at the core? Many of us can be just like that apple. We can put on a smile, show up when we need to, and seem pretty good on the outside. However, if others could see our center as God does, what wold they see? As a church we want to peele back our layers so we can reveal our mission and our heart for why God has put us here. Here’s At The Core.
Ever got an apple that seemed good only to be rotten at the core? Many of us can be just like that apple. We can put on a smile, show up when we need to, and seem pretty good on the outside. However, if others could see our center as God does, what wold they see? As a church we want to peele back our layers so we can reveal our mission and our heart for why God has put us here. Here’s At The Core.
Honoring someone that we disagree with can be really difficult. It is possible that there are bosses, city and government officials, even presidents that we sometimes don't want to follow. How do we show honor to such authorities but also honor God? In Week 7 of Ecclesiastes, Pastor Jason shows us how Jesus led with showing honor to those that were so unworthy, yet was able to extend respect and grace to.
Honoring someone that we disagree with can be really difficult. It is possible that there are bosses, city and government officials, even presidents that we sometimes don't want to follow. How do we show honor to such authorities but also honor God? In Week 7 of Ecclesiastes, Pastor Jason shows us how Jesus led with showing honor to those that were so unworthy, yet was able to extend respect and grace to.
Ever played the Game of Life? Many of us treat the life we live just like it's a board game. The good news is we can all Win the game, but the bad news is most of us are losing and don't even know it.
Is it possible to have everything you want and still be empty? King Solomon had everything yet none of it was truly life giving.
Two are better one. One of the toughest parts of this Covid Pandemic has been the isolation and starving of face to face relationships. We quickly realize why God made us to be in relationship with others and what happens to us if we neglect them.
For everything there is a season. How many are wanting this season to be over? What season are you waiting for? King Solomon had some wise words but how do we Steward our Season well?
Could you have everything you ever wanted, and still be unhappy? Find out how it's possible to have everything and nothing at the same time.
What are you chasing? What do you think would really make your life better? In Ecclesiastes we get to hear straight from the heart and mind of someone who had it all. Someone who was more powerful, more wealthy, and more popular than anyone else in the world. What is key to our success? What is the secret to joy? Check out Week 1 of Ecclesiastes.
We know that our worship and praise to God blesses the heart of God, but what else does it do? Throughout all scripture when God’s people worship God moves in powerful ways.
When and Where do we worship? If we can’t go to church or to a worship service then when and where do we engage with God?
Worship. What is it? Where does it happen? Why do we do it? What does it do? The woman at the feet of Jesus, poured out all that had value to her to the One who was most valuable. A life of worship is a life of pouring out all we have to the King who deserves it all.
God won’t give you more than you can handle right? Isn’t that in the Bible somewhere? This phrase and the verse that it comes from is taken out of Context by Christians and Non Christians alike. Pastor Jason sets the record straight of what it actually means and how often times God gives us much more than we can handle.
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “Do Not Judge”. Whether you are a Christian or not, this statement has been said around you or maybe even to you. This statement comes directly from the Bible, but most often is taken Straight Outta Context. What does it really mean? Who does it actually apply to? How do I know if I’m reading and understanding the Bible correctly?
Jesus Is Risen and is our Great High Priest. Pastor Jason Lineberger delivers an incredible Easter message explaining why all of that matters, and what it means for us today. If you missed Easter, want to watch the message again, or even want to share it here it is..
Who is Jesus? As we get ready for Easter, we really take an in depth look into all the attributes of our Savior. He is Prophet, He is King, and He is Priest.
Though God's grace is a free gift to us all, we are responsible for sharing that grace once we have received it. In times like these, it is more important than ever to share our Faith to those around us.
From Week 1 we learned who are what we are responsible for as followers of Christ, but in Week 2 Pastor Jason teaches us the how.
The one word that God gave our lead pastor for 2020 was RESPONSIBLE. Many of us Christians know there are opportunities to lead people to Christ all around us, but most of us do not feel responsible to actually take hold of those opportunities. In this series we are equipped and encouraged to be responsible for the things that God has called us to.
This Is Us. When we are single, the enemy wants to do everything he can to fall into sexual temptation and fulfill the lust of our flesh, but when we are married he wants couples to stay way from one another. Understanding God's intention for intimacy within marriage is very important and holy. Check out Week 3 of This Is Us.
This Is Us. What really is the definition of Marriage? There are so many views on sexuality, relationships, what's right, what's wrong, how do we actually know the truth anymore? Whether single, married, or divorced it's important to be led by TRUTH and not be our feelings. Check out Week 1 of This Is Us.
Our God goes before us and fights for us. We can stand our ground in confidence that the enemy will not overtake us. Even though these promises are true, we often replace fear with faith and allow our enemy to have his way. Check out Victorious.
We often feel like we are trying as hard as we can just to get by, just to stay afloat, just to make it. Most of us are working hard, but it doesn't feel like we are gaining ground. Our God has already won every battle that we could ever face. He is Victorious. Knowing how to Stand our ground and allow God to fight our battles instead of us makes all the difference.
We often feel like we are trying as hard as we can just to get by, just to stay afloat, just to make it. Most of us are working hard, but it doesn't feel like we are gaining ground. Our God has already won every battle that we could ever face. He is Victorious. Knowing how to Stand our ground and allow God to fight our battles instead of us makes all the difference.
Ignite launched 10 years ago and God has done more than we could have ever imagined. There have been hundreds and hundreds of testimonies of His salvation, healing, and restoration. Even though there has been a great work that has been done we do believe He's just getting started.
It's the end of the year and for many of us it is still a very anxious and stressful time. Though Christmas is behind us, there are all of the expectations, hopes, and even fears of what a new year can bring. Pastor Josh hits the issue of how we manage our anxiety and stress with our relationship with God head on.
"Life and Light to all He brings". Jesus coming to earth means that death and darkness have been defeated. That is what Christmas is all about. As we go through the craziness of this season it's our responsibility to share His life and His light everywhere we go.
"Life and Light to all He brings". Jesus coming to earth means that death and darkness have been defeated. That is what Christmas is all about. As we go through the craziness of this season it's our responsibility to share His life and His light everywhere we go.
We've heard it before that there is a season to laugh, a season to cry, a season for joy, and a season for mourning. As look towards a constant God in a very unpredictable set of life circumstances, we understand what to do in whatever season we are in.
We've heard it before that there is a season to laugh, a season to cry, a season for joy, and a season for mourning. As look towards a constant God in a very unpredictable set of life circumstances, we understand what to do in whatever season we are in.
We've heard it before that there is a season to laugh, a season to cry, a season for joy, and a season for mourning. As look towards a constant God in a very unpredictable set of life circumstances, we understand what to do in whatever season we are in.
In a society where we are all trying to be "Me" we can be, we are pushed into living for our selves. Jesus was anything but selfish, He was selfless. When is the last you put yourself last and others first?
In a society where we are all trying to be "Me" we can be, we are pushed into living for our selves. Jesus was anything but selfish, He was selfless. When is the last you put yourself last and others first?
Truth and Grace. Finding the balance is key. If a church has no grace, the love of Christ can’t have the life changing impact that it should. If a church has no truth, then people are not being led to the truth of God, but a false gospel. The church in Galatians struggled with finding the balance and many churches today do as well.
Truth and Grace. Finding the balance is key. If a church has no grace, the love of Christ can’t have the life changing impact that it should. If a church has no truth, then people are not being led to the truth of God, but a false gospel. The church in Galatians struggled with finding the balance and many churches today do as well.
Truth and Grace. Finding the balance is key. If a church has no grace, the love of Christ can’t have the life changing impact that it should. If a church has no truth, then people are not being led to the truth of God, but a false gospel. The church in Galatians struggled with finding the balance and many churches today do as well. Check out the first week of Galatians
The church in Galatia was very much like the church today. Finding the balance of truth and grace, how to live in the culture but honor Christ, and how to be in the flesh but live by the Spirit. We struggle with finding that same balance today.
The church in Galatia was very much like the church today. Finding the balance of truth and grace, how to live in the culture but honor Christ, and how to be in the flesh but live by the Spirit. We struggle with finding that same balance today.
Most of us have heard of the Holy Spirit, but what does it really look and feel like to be lead by Him each and every day. Jesus said He needed to leave so that the Holy Spirit could come. In this series we will learn how to be sensitive to what God's Spirit is doing in us and around us.
Jesus said that it was better that He go to Heaven, so that The Holy Spirit could come. Many of have the Holy Spirit living inside of us, but have not unlocked the power that He gives to glorify God through our lives.
Most of us have heard of the Holy Spirit, but what does it really look and feel like to be lead by Him each and every day. Jesus said He needed to leave so that the Holy Spirit could come. In this series we will learn how to be sensitive to what God's Spirit is doing in us and around us.
Most of us have heard of the Holy Spirit, but what does it really look and feel like to be lead by Him each and every day. Jesus said He needed to leave so that the Holy Spirit could come. In this series we will learn how to be sensitive to what God's Spirit is doing in us and around us.
Most of us have heard of the Holy Spirit, but what does it really look and feel like to be lead by Him each and every day. Jesus said He needed to leave so that the Holy Spirit could come. In this series we will learn how to be sensitive to what God's Spirit is doing in us and around us.
Jesus didn't just leave the ninety nine for the one, but He left all of Heaven for me and for you. That's good news. Many people think they understand what the gospel really is, but when asked, have a hard time explaining it. It's the greatest news, and we have to share it.
One of our core values at Ignite is that " You Can't Do Life Alone". We were all meant for relationship. Relationship with God and with one another. Community is a big deal to God and it's a big deal to us. Pastor Jason delivers examples throughout the Bible where friendship was so vital to spiritual health.
Three pastors, three weeks, three messages straight from the heart. On Week 3, Pastor Chris's Soap Box was "When We Can't See What's Right in Front of Us". Many of us want God to reveal Himself or His plan for different seasons of our life, and the truth is that He's right in front of us the entire time.
If a pastor got on their soap box what would they say? In Week 2 Pastor Liz addresses how many of us are not All IN with Jesus. What does it look like to be fully devoted and how can we get there?
If a pastor got on their soap box what would they say? In Week 1 Pastor Jason addresses how so many think that the Great Commission means going on a missions trip, or striving to go across the world. But there are people right here that need the hope of the Gospel just as much as anyone.
Jesus taught through stories called Parables. The mysteries of Heaven were revealed through every day, real life examples that the common folk could understand. These same stories reveal the truth we need to understand God's Kingdom and our world.
Jesus taught through stories called Parables. The mysteries of Heaven were revealed through every day, real life examples that the common folk could understand. These same stories reveal the truth we need to understand God's Kingdom and our world.
Jesus taught through stories called Parables. The mysteries of Heaven were revealed through every day, real life examples that the common folk could understand. These same stories reveal the truth we need to understand God's Kingdom and our world.
Jesus taught through stories called Parables. The mysteries of Heaven were revealed through every day, real life examples that the common folk could understand. These same stories reveal the truth we need to understand God's Kingdom and our world.
Jesus taught through stories called Parables. The mysteries of Heaven were revealed through every day, real life examples that the common folk could understand. These same stories reveal the truth we need to understand God's Kingdom and our world.
One thing we know that God has created us for is relationship. Relationship with Him and with others. How could something so simple be so hard? Most of us are hurting somewhere relationally. Maybe it's with God, or maybe our spouses, or our kids, or even with some of our best friends. In this series we set clear God given relationship goals for Him and others.
One thing we know that God has created us for is relationship. Relationship with Him and with others. How could something so simple be so hard? Most of us are hurting somewhere relationally. Maybe it's with God, or maybe our spouses, or our kids, or even with some of our best friends. In this series we set clear God given relationship goals for Him and others.
One thing we know that God has created us for is relationship. Relationship with Him and with others. How could something so simple be so hard? Most of us are hurting somewhere relationally. Maybe it's with God, or maybe our spouses, or our kids, or even with some of our best friends. In this series we set clear God given relationship goals for Him and others.
One thing we know that God has created us for is relationship. Relationship with Him and with others. How could something so simple be so hard? Most of us are hurting somewhere relationally. Maybe it's with God, or maybe our spouses, or our kids, or even with some of our best friends. In this series we set clear God given relationship goals for Him and others.
It is finished, It is done! The tomb is empty forevermore. Pastor Jason shares an incredible message about how Jesus flipped the label of Death to Life and continues flipping labels today. He will take your mourning and turn it into dancing.
Jesus has won the victory, It Is Finished. That means our pain, our sin, and our brokenness was paid in full on the cross. The work that Jesus came to fulfill was made complete and because of that work we have freedom, we have life.
There were hundreds of prophecies about the Risen King who was to come. Jesus fulfilled everyone of them bridging the old and New Testament as well as our relationship to God. His work on the cross was for everyone and He completed the work that had to be done. It Is Finished.
Most of us want to see God move mountains in our lives. He still works miracles today, but often we neglect the fact that He's already done the greatest miracle of all. Check out week 5 to be reminded of what miracle changes everything.
We say that God is supernatural and can work wonders. We say that we believe in His wonder working power. But do we live as though He still is the God of miracles? Whether it's healing, restoring, breaking the chains of addiction, or even bringing back from the dead we say that God has the power to do all things. Examine with us the way He works miracles, and why sometimes we don't see everything we are hoping for.
We say that God is supernatural and can work wonders. We say that we believe in His wonder working power. But do we live as though He still is the God of miracles? Whether it's healing, restoring, breaking the chains of addiction, or even bringing back from the dead we say that God has the power to do all things. Examine with us the way He works miracles, and why sometimes we don't see everything we are hoping for.
We say that God is supernatural and can work wonders. We say that we believe in His wonder working power. But do we live as though He still is the God of miracles? Whether it's healing, restoring, breaking the chains of addiction, or even bringing back from the dead we say that God has the power to do all things. Examine with us the way He works miracles, and why sometimes we don't see everything we are hoping for.
We say that God is supernatural and can work wonders. We say that we believe in His wonder working power. But do we live as though He still is the God of miracles? Whether it's healing, restoring, breaking the chains of addiction, or even bringing back from the dead we say that God has the power to do all things. Examine with us the way He works miracles, and why sometimes we don't see everything we are hoping for.
In the final week of Fresh Start, Pastor Jason reveals exactly how to ruin the fresh start that God has given you. There are few things not to do when God has given you a second chance on things. Check out this powerful message.
Jesus specialized in giving people Fresh Starts. No matter where you are from or what you have done, when you encounter Jesus you are forever changed.
Jesus gave so many people a fresh start. People that had been so far from him. Sometimes it was the most hated person that Jesus would restore. As we start a new year we realize that Jesus has given us an opportunity to start fresh again with Him.
Jesus gave so many people a fresh start. People that had been so far from him. Sometimes it was the most hated person that Jesus would restore. As we start a new year we realize that Jesus has given us an opportunity to start fresh again with Him.
When it's suppose to be the happiest time of the year, often our fears can overshadow the joy that surrounds us. This Christmas season do not be consumed by worry or doubt, but be confident in what God is doing. He is God With Us.
"Do Not Be Afraid". Fear should be the furthest things from our minds around the Christmas season, yet many of us are consumed it. When Jesus was coming to this world the phrase "Do Not Fear" was said a lot. Because Christ is with us we have nothing to fear.
We all have neighbors, but most of us just live beside them. Instead, we are called to do life with them, bringing the hope of Jesus in our neighborhoods. How to neighbor is helping us to remember that we are ministers right where we are, and the people that need the hope of the gospel most may be right beside us.
We all have neighbors, but most of us just live beside them. Instead, we are called to do life with them, bringing the hope of Jesus in our neighborhoods. How to neighbor is helping us to remember that we are ministers right where we are, and the people that need the hope of the gospel most may be right beside us.
How to respond when God says "No"? Often we pray for things and believe that it's God's will, but then either there is no answer or the answer isn't what we were hoping for. Even King David, who was a man after God's own heart was told no. Why does God tell us no, and how do we move forward when He does?
Even though David was a man after God's own heart, he struggled with many of the same things we do today. How could someone like David commit adultery, lie, murder, and live in such darkness? The very same way that David stepped out of His calling is often the way we step out of ours. Listen or watch Week 4 of David to prepare your heart to flee from the darkness that surrounds us.
David was a man after God's own heart. He was anointed, a true worshipper, and triumphed in a lot of ways. He also was just a man, and had many shortcomings in his walk with God and the people around him. As Christians we can learn a lot by examining his true story and applying it to our Christian walk.
David was a man after God's own heart. From shepherd boy to giant slayer and even to King God moved in His life in amazing ways. Even still, he was human and made many mistakes, some even resulting in death. David is a great example to all of us seeking to please God and say no to the temptations of this world.
David was a man after God's own heart. From shepherd boy to giant slayer and even to King God moved in His life in amazing ways. Even still, he was human and made many mistakes, some even resulting in death. David is a great example to all of us seeking to please God and say no to the temptations of this world.
We all want blessings right? Do we want to be blessed by the world's standards or by the Lords? In Matthew 5 Jesus tells us exactly what it looks like to be blessed, but many of us need to check our heart to see if that's the list we are striving for.
Have you ever had to "check your heart"? Maybe it's when we judge someone for the way they look. Maybe we've been asked to contribute or give and we say we can't, but then we'll waste our money on fleeting things like coffee, netflix, etc... So we need to hear the phrase "check your heart". In this series we'll really examine what a life to devoted to Christ really looks like and how we can check our hearts to look more like Him in every way.
Have you ever had to "check your heart"? Maybe it's when we judge someone for the way they look. Maybe we've been asked to contribute or give and we say we can't, but then we'll waste our money on fleeting things like coffee, netflix, etc... So we need to hear the phrase "check your heart". In this series we'll really examine what a life to devoted to Christ really looks like and how we can check our hearts to look more like Him in every way.
Have you ever had to "check your heart"? Maybe it's when we judge someone for the way they look. Maybe we've been asked to contribute or give and we say we can't, but then we'll waste our money on fleeting things like coffee, netflix, etc... So we need to hear the phrase "check your heart". In this series we'll really examine what a life to devoted to Christ really looks like and how we can check our hearts to look more like Him in every way.
Have you ever had to "check your heart"? Maybe it's when we judge someone for the way they look. Maybe we've been asked to contribute or give and we say we can't, but then we'll waste our money on fleeting things like coffee, netflix, etc... So we need to hear the phrase "check your heart". In this series we'll really examine what a life to devoted to Christ really looks like and how we can check our hearts to look more like Him in every way.
Have you ever had to "check your heart"? Maybe it's when we judge someone for the way they look. Maybe we've been asked to contribute or give and we say we can't, but then we'll waste our money on fleeting things like coffee, netflix, etc... So we need to hear the phrase "check your heart". In this series we'll really examine what a life to devoted to Christ really looks like and how we can check our hearts to look more like Him in every way.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Jesus could have picked anyway He wanted to build His church and execute His plan for redemption. Instead of choosing kings and queens to carry this message he chose 12 ordinary men to change the course of history. In this series we will be looking at these disciples in detail to grow, be challenged, and ultimately see how God can use the ordinary to do extraordinary things for His kingdom.
Can Christians drink alcohol and have tattoos? Why do some Christians think it's sinful and others think it's a platform for the Gospel? How can we trust the bible is actually true and that people didn't just make everything up?
Does God predestine some to be saved and some not to be? If so do we really have Free Will? How does this work where He chooses some and not others to know Jesus? Are Catholics Christian? There are a lot of questions that we have for God, and the bible has answers.
Frequently Asked Questions. What will heaven be like? Is Hell really real? How do we know what happens after we die?
We have so many questions for God, and the bible has so many answers. We are taking some of the toughest questions that you've asked and giving you the answers straight from the word of God. This first week some of the questions we hit were. What does the bible say about pornography and masturbation? What's the real truth about homosexuality? Is there anything I can't do with my wife or husband?
Does God care how we invest our lives? The parable of the talents is one of the most powerful and somewhat scary parables in the bible. How can we be sure to do what God wants?
Not only did Jesus show His Reckless Love to all of us by giving His life on the cross, but after He died, and was raised, He came back. He came back to doubting Thomas. He came back to reinstate Peter. He came back to give us His Spirit and His purpose. He came back because He loves us so much...
The Reckless Love of Jesus was displayed in the way that Jesus lived and died. The cross of Christ was and will forever be his ultimate love put in action.
Love is a verb, and true love always leads to action. One of the most powerful examples of serving one another comes right before he heads to the cross. There is no one that Jesus wouldn't serve, and there is nothing that He wouldn't do to show His love to others.
We often see God's love as perfect not reckless. Knowing that He was going to die a terrible death Jesus chose that because His love for us was so great. We don't deserve, we can't earn, but still He gives it away. O the overwhelming, never ending, reckless love of God.
"Oh the overwhelming, never ending, Reckless Love of God". As we prepare our hearts for Easter we look to Jesus and people he encountered. His love for them was unending, risky, and even reckless. He gave it all up so that we could have true life. Learn about His reckless love for us...
Ever been angry at God? Jonah, a prophet who had seen God do miracles sure was angry. Sometimes we don't understand why God allows or even does some things. It's when we get our eyes off of ourselves and our situation and on God that we see and hear His heart for our situation.
Who or where is your Nineveh? Who is God calling you to share His message of forgiveness to?
After running from God, God decides to get Jonah's attention. Many of us have been through dark and terrible times before. In those times, do we cry out to God, or turn our backs on him? Jonah prays one of the most repentant prayers and even in the belly of the whale, God hears him.
Many of us struggle with knowing if we are running towards or away from God's calling on our life. As we explore this Old Testament book there's so much more to it than just a whale.
Let's Get Real. You can do life alone, it's just terrible. One of are core values is "You Can't Do Life Alone". We believe God created us since the beginning for community and our growth and our walk with God depend on it!
Most of us want to focus on how to have our best year ever. We make tons of resolutions and hopefully a few of them actually play out. There are a few things that you can do however that will result in your worst year ever, especially with God. And you don't want to make these mistakes...
Most of us want to focus on how to have our best year ever. We make tons of resolutions and hopefully a few of them actually play out. There are a few things that you can do however that will result in your worst year ever, especially with God. And you don't want to make these mistakes...
Ignite has had only one service ever on a Christmas Eve and this one was it! Merry Christmas, and we hope you enjoy this special message about the true reason for the season.
God is With Us. Many times we don't feel like He's there, or He cares about the things we are going through. The fact that God would give up everything to come to Earth, only to eventually kill His son on our behalf should wreck us in the most powerful way. He Is With Us.
So often, it doesn't feel like God is with us. However God gave up everything to be with us. And because He is with us through Christ, everything is different...
Difference Makers finish strong. Difference Makers don't give up. Check out one of the most inspiring stories of the bible as Caleb, even at age 85 continues to know and fulfill his calling.
Sometimes God asks us to do things that do not make logical sense. Do we trust God to fight for us in every situation? Sometimes we are wasting our time and energy fighting the battles that God has already given us.
Money overwhelms most of us. Either we don't have enough and are barely making it, or we have it and are consumed what it can buy us. You Have What It Takes through the Holy Spirit and God's word to use it to build His Kingdom and the world around you.
Is it possible to have a strong marriage in our day and age? Can someone really be single and be pure until marriage? Can parents and children not continually miscommunicate their feelings? Relationships are tough, but You've Got What It Takes to thrive in them...
Evangelist Chris Dew delivered week 3 of You've Got What It Takes. Most of us want to hear from God, but we don't really know how or we have things that are blocking Him out. Pastor Chris explains not just how but some of the things that God may be speaking to you...
Most of the time we feel very unequipped to do what God has called us to do. The truth is, He is with us so we have everything we need to do everything He has called us to...
When it feels like you're outnumbered or overwhelmed, just remember you have everything you need to do everything He has called you to do. You've Got What It Takes
Why does God allow pain and suffering? How can God actually use my problems to bring Him glory?
Can adultery be forgiven? What hidden or public sins do you feel like have crippled your relationship with God? Jesus asks us to drink from the well of living water no matter our past.
The Adulterer, the Thief, the Broken, and the list goes on to describe those who seem separate from God. However, as we look at scripture we see Jesus encountering these outsiders one by one and their stories are incredible....
The Adulterer, the Thief, the Broken, and the list goes on to describe those who seem separate from God. However, as we look at scripture we see Jesus encountering these outsiders one by one and their stories are incredible....
In order for us to say Yes to what God has for us, we must learn to say No to certain things that the world continues to draw us away with.
As we study Galatians we see a very common trend of Paul addressing the church to say "No" to certain things. By saying NO we are open ourselves up to say YES to God's best and His purposes for our lives.
Sometimes we have to learn to say NO to our flesh. We have to learn to say NO to others who bring us down in our faith. Galatians 5 teaches us pretty clearly what we should be saying yes to and what we should be saying no to...
How do we know that Christianity is the only way for salvation? Don't Muslims serve God? Don't Mormons believe in Jesus? What about Jehovah Witnesses?
Some people think they are a Christian based on their good outweighing their bad. Many people, especially in the south think they are "OK" with God, when in reality they are so lost. How to know if you are "OK'' with God....
Do you know people who act one way around a group of people and then completely else when they are with you? Christians are known for their hypocrisy. How do we say NO to it?
It can be really hard to say "No" sometimes. Every no we say can be an opportunity to say YES to something greater, true, and life changing. Join us as we go through the book of Galatians and learn to say no...
How to be Consumed by God. Let us empty ourselves of the stress, anxiety, and depression and let us be filled with the Holy Spirit...
Anxiety and Depression. Sometimes they go hand and hand, but either way they can be crippling to a person's faith, a person's joy, and even their purpose. Pastor Josh shares awesome truths and wisdom from the bible to find victory over these ares of our consumed lives...
Stress, Anxiety, and Depression consume so many these days. How can we have victory in the cross, but then live such stressed lives? In week 1 Pastor Jason focuses on stress and how to have biblical margin in our lives to help overcome it.
As we prepare for Easter, we look to the Psalms. The Psalms are filled with worship, joy, sorry, and even prophecy of the crucifixion. This is the perfect series to prepare us for the Resurrection.
Divorce and Death affect the majority of Americans in some way these days. Whether you've walked through one of the hard times or you've been impacted indirectly it dramatically changes relationships. How do we biblically respond to these tough situations?
Bacon and Eggs. Peanut Butter and Jelly. Salt and Pepper. The list goes on and on. Some things are just "Better Together". God made us for relationship; Biblical relationship.
Make Disciples. The great commission commands us to go and make disciples, teaching them to observe all that Jesus commanded.
Give Up. Give In. Give Out. These three distinctives summarize more than one hundred commands that Jesus gave us. What do they really mean? And how do they make disciples?
Daniel resolved to pray even though it could kill him. By Daniel standing strong in His obedience to God, not only was he delivered, but the entire nation glorified Daniel's God.
Will you stand for God when everyone else bows down to culture? If thrown in the fire you can endure without getting burned.
As we resolve this year to really pursue Christ there may be things that He is calling us out on. There may be something in your life that God is writing on your wall that you need to remove in order to really thrive in Him.
We all make resolutions. Most of them don't last. Daniel resolved in his heart to not defile himself with the things of the world. What is God telling you to resolve this year?
To take a Step of faith towards God by giving Him the first of our finances can be scary...
To Reach Out, We Must Step Up! God has called us to take great leaps of faith in order to reach more people for Jesus. How is God calling you to step up?
This election has everyone up in arms and even has Christians against each other. What happens on Wednesday if the candidate we voted for isn't in office? What plan does God really have for all of this?
Why is there evil in the world? How did Lucifer fall and become Satan? Sometimes we don't understand all that God does, but we can trust in Him...
Very often we question God and ask Him why He allows the things He allows. Sometimes we can find answers in the bible and sometimes it seems we can't. When God Doesn't Make Sense...
You think you know Him, but your knowledge may just be a fragment of the picture He is painting in your life.
As we finish the book of Titus, we must realize the balance between our faith and good works. While we can't earn salvation, nor do good works win the approval of God, we as Christians are called to do good works and without them our faith unfruitful. What is God telling you to "Be Better" in?
Behavior vs. Belief? What we believe should affect the way we behave, but many times it doesn't. In our fast paced, inward focused society, what are Christians suppose to look like? In the 2nd chapter of Titus, Paul gives us a step by step guide to what we as Christians should be doing...
We all want to be it in different areas of our lives. As we study through the book of Titus, examine what areas God is calling you to be "Better" in.
Changed. When we encounter Christ He changes us forever. But what does being changed really look like? How do we allow Him to change us? If we call ourselves Christians but don't feel like nothing has changed in our lives what does that mean?
Hello? Adele's famous song raises a lot of questions about how to resolve conflict in our relationships. God's word points to the perfect reaction to all relationship strife...
Have you grown in your relationship with God? Or have you grown a part? Pastor Alex illustrates the elements needed for a growing, healthy relationship with Christ.
The Sounds of Summer are here! How can secular songs possibly have anything to do with the gospel?
The Story of God's incredible grace and transformation of Chris Dew and they key to what real Joy is.
We all have been given a story tell. How could God possibly use my story to help someone else?
In our American Christian culture, everything seems to point to being a consumer Christian. We want the music our way, we want the preaching our way, we even want the bible to say what we want to say. When did it become all about us?
The Elephant of right to life or right choice. What does God's word say about the matter?
God's word speaks on so much, but many of the times the church does not! We are intentionally talking about subjects that have been avoided for years.
Most churches and people avoid talking about the obvious Elephants of our culture. We believe God cares about them and we need to have a biblical perspective about these elephants. The first one is politics!
Jesus is Risen! We are all seeking something or someone, and Christ asks us the question after He has risen, "Whom are you seeking?"
Ever felt like God has let you down or wasn't there when you needed Him? You are in good company, as even Christ Himself asked this question...
Are you really a disciple of Jesus? How can we be so passionate about God one day, and then the next deny Him with our thoughts, actions, and motives? We can learn so much from the story of Peter during the Passion week.
We've all got questions about our faith, but what if it's God's questions to us that we really need to answer...
One of the most graphic books of the bible, and yet it holds the truth to having a God honoring relationship...
Whether you are single, married, or dating, God has something to say about your relationship!
Marriages are failing, sexual immorality is the norm, and Christians are just as unsure about the truth as the rest of the world. It's time to Uncover it all and get's God's take on the matter.
Have you ever failed at something? If so you're not alone, and God somehow can use our failures for His victory...
"The best is yet to come". We hear this all the time but do you believe it and what does God really say about it?
For I know the plans I have for You declares the Lord. Plans to give you a hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for You declares the Lord... God has already done the greatest thing by sending His son Jesus to die for us, and then Raising Him. What we must do is set our mind and hearts on Him to see the "Greater Things" He's already done for us. We will go out in Faith this year to be a part of the Greater Things He wants to do in our midst.
Christmas has gotten complicated with all the shopping, expectations, and so on... In this series we are going to make it very simple. Let's uncomplicate Christmas!
We tend to make Christmas an incredibly complicated season. Long lines, overspending to buy the "perfect" gift, grumpy family members, and so the list goes on. Let's uncomplicate things these year and get to what it's suppose to be all about!
Are you blessed? What does the blessed life really mean? Blessed are those who are persecuted? Those who mourn? That doesn't sound like the blessing we are used to. What does it all mean?!
When God turns burden into blessing, pain into praise, and trial intro triumph it truly is "The Blessed Life"
When God turns a burden into a blessing, pain into praise, and trials into triumph that's when you truly have The Blessed Life.
Many of us are trying to live out God's will for our lives completely on our own strength. How do we "tap" into what God has already given us?
What is the Church? How can people with so many differences come together and God use them to change the world?
A Christian Atheist is someone who says they believe in God, but lives as though He doesn't exist.
A Christian Atheist is someone who claims they believe in God, but they live as though He doesn't exist.
A Christian Atheist: Someone who believes in God but lives as though He doesn't exist....
A Christian Atheist is someone who believes in God, but lives as though He doesn't exist.
A Christian Atheist. Someone who believes in God, but lives as though He doesn't exist. How well do you really know God?
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" is one of the most memorized scriptures of the bible. Even though we can say it, is that truth really be living out in our lives?
Are you consumed with worry? We live in the most blessed country in the world yet 42 million americans are prescribed to anxiety medicine. How can we can "Cast our Anxieties" to Christ?