Brookside Church: Recent Episodes
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Jacob Bane explores Matthew 14:22-33 and the God that stands on the stormy seas with Peter, the same one who stands with us.
Steve Rieske wraps up this series on the Resurrection Life found within the book of Philippians.
Steve Rieske continues his exploration in Philippians of the resurrection life offered to believers then and now.
Are you feeling downtrodden? Discouraged? Despair? In a world that feels like everything must be constantly chased and takes life at every turn, our God runs toward us and gives us all we could ever need. Amy Seiffert walks through Luke 15 and reminds us of our identity and worth in the eyes of our Heavenly Father.
Where does the world say well-being comes from? Where is real well-being found? How might this well-being speak to our world?
What does faith look like in the midst of doubt? Brad Seeger explores what faith filled doubt looks like and how the Church should respond to doubt in light of Christ’s response to Peter in Matthew 14.
What does faith look like in the midst of doubt? Brad Seeger explores what faith filled doubt looks like and how the Church should respond to doubt in light of Christ’s response to Peter in Matthew 14.
Have you ever felt betrayed, alone or in the midst of hardship? We serve a king who has been in deep hardship and can empathize with our pain. As we look at Jesus in Matthew 26 we can see how a deep trust in our father can bring us strength through the trials we face.
In the midst of deep waters, during the hardships and turbulence of life; we are never too far gone. God is full of mercy, is always reconciling and always considers his children. As we walk in light of his mercy, can we allow that mercy to change us.
With lives filled with uncertainty and trials, anxiety can fill our hearts and threaten to divide our souls. In the midst of turbulent times, Jesus shows us the way we might walk through hardship as we cast our anxiety on a God who cares for us.
As Jesus approaches the cross the most religious of Jesus’ day miss the kingdom life that was on offer. Here in Matthew 23, Jesus challenges those that seek him to recognize the kingdom within their midst, and to faithfully pursue it.
Often we can miss the greater realities in the midst of the small things we believe to be most important. In Matthew 22, we see Jesus invite those that oppose him to see the bigger picture. Then, as it is now, humanity benefits from humbly seeking what the Lord lays out for us.
What does it mean to claim Jesus as our King? In Matthew 22 we see that if we recognize Jesus as King we are called to let go of control, faithfully seek the ways of Jesus, and bring his kingdom here.
As Jesus comes to his people he comes like a king of old. But the rule of King Jesus does not just call attention to his power, but also calls attention to our participation in His eternal story. Will we recognize King Jesus in our lives today?
What does it mean to be like our heavenly Father? How can we begin to live out the ways of our Father? In this sermon, Brad Seeger explores the way we, as children of God, are invited into the practices of our Father here and now.
We finish off the series Life in the Spirit with guest speaker Kimberly Butler. She explores the spiritual realities at work in our everyday lives and how we might be able to tap into it more.
Pentecost is the day the Holy Spirit comes towards the people, bringing spiritual gifts to all. Creating unity where there was division and empowering humanity to live as we were created to be.
We begin the series Life in the Spirit by walking through what humanity was created for, how that creation was corrupted in the fall, and the hope which was secured through Jesus. This sermon seeks to have us consider if we want to seek life through the Holy Spirit or continue to rely on the flesh.
Bo Kessler walks us through Psalm 27 as we learn what it looks like to seek God in the midst of all things.
"THE ONLY THING THAT COUNTS IS FAITH WORKING ITSELF OUT THROUGH LOVE." Steve Rieske talks us through the book of Galatians and what really matters in this week's sermon.
Yesterday we heard about some amazing experiences with God that Savilla Banister, Robert Seiffert, and Steve Rieske have had recently. Check them out here!
Jesus suffered. He got stressed out. He asked for things to be different. But ultimately, he told his Father, "Not my will, but yours." How can we do the same? Steve Rieske explores this and more in today's sermon.
"The measure of a way of life is not whether it works while the sun is shining but rather how it works when the storm hits." Steve Rieske brought some deep truth yesterday morning in this week's sermon. Catch it here.
Do you want to know THE SECRET? How to NEVER, EVER be discontent again? How to be okay in every circumstance? How to channel your inner Steph Curry? The secret is inside this sermon by Steve Rieske.
It's a new year! Steve Rieske gives his State of the YOUnion address to start us off right, and he doesn't pull any punches, talking about topics such as finding God boring, financial decisions, self-care, and living a life that actually matters. Watch it here.
It's a new year! Steve Rieske gives his State of the YOUnion address to start us off right, and he doesn't pull any punches, talking about topics such as finding God boring, financial decisions, self-care, and living a life that actually matters. Watch it here.
If the holidays are hard for you, you should REALLY listen to this sermon. Amy Seiffert talks to us about the “With Us God” and about how Christmas means that God is with us through the dryest deserts and deepest valleys of life.
Bo Kessler gave a beautiful picture of the Gospel and Christmas! Check out his sermon tying together the Old and New Testament.
Have the patience of a farmer. Don't complain. Don't lie. Pithy wisdom? Or time-honored truth? Find out in this week's sermon from Steve Rieske.
Sometimes we vacillate between hating ourselves for our failures and then pretending we never fail. In this week's sermon, Steve Rieske shows how God's grace says, "Let's bring all that out into the open so you can grow."
Talk is cheap. Or is it? Steve Rieske speaks on taming the tongue in last week's sermon. Also, Chels Keeton's beautiful kids were dedicated! Watch it here!
Is God calling you to become a foster parent? Maybe. Find out more in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske.
Sometimes the Bible can be cryptic, and good exposition is needed to plumb the depths of its truth. Other times, it's so plain and simple that it hurts! Steve Rieske spoke again yesterday from the book of James on real religion. Catch it here, and challenge yourself with one of the takeaways this week!
Why do we yearn to matter? Why do we long for intense intimacy? Why do we thirst to touch the ultimate? Steve Rieske dives into these big questions and more in this week's sermon.
How could anyone POSSIBLY enjoy suffering? And what does that even mean? Steve Rieske introduces us to the book of James in this week's message.
Yesterday was an amazing morning of extended worship. Steve Rieske walked us through repenting, resolving, and rejoicing, and Robert Seiffert and the band led us with some incredible music. Check it out!
How are you and I royalty? What do 3,000 year old kings have to do with us? And how is Jesus a King to replace Adam? Steve Rieske dives into the Old Testament in this week's sermon.
Gods have laws to be followed. Temples to be worshipped in. Images to be honored. See how the God of Christianity both flies in the face of these traditions and also upholds them in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske.
When and why does Christianity NOT work? What keeps so many Christians stuck in a rut of powerlessness? And how does God's story fit into all of this? Find out as Steve Rieske explores the Old and New Testaments in this week's message.
Can you dodge anxiety and suffering like Neo in the Matrix? Ever had God come riding in on a white horse like Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings? Join Bo Kessler this week as he dives into the idea of ABIDING IN THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY (how's that for an epic book/movie title?! You're welcome Tolkien!)
What do the Kingdom of Heaven and slaughterhouses have in common? Steve Rieske discusses Jesus, politics, and stairways to heaven in this week's message.
"BE PERFECT, AS YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER IS PERFECT." Uh...what? Excuse me, Saint Paul, but how is anyone possibly supposed to live up to that? Steve Rieske unpacks some weighty words in this week's sermon.
What is faith? And what does Vince Lombardi have to do with it? Find out in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske.
Ever notice how some of the happiest people you know are both unentitled and extremely generous? Michael Brown speaks on how to be extravagantly giving in life, love, and more in this week's message.
Chris Mitchell from Kingdom M’Powerment preaches on the perpetual praise due to the Paschal Lamb and the significance of Palm Sunday!
Would you ever self-identify as a saint? As a holy one? As "of the light"? What about as "heir to a glorious inheritance"? Amy Seiffert is here to help us find our true identity in this week's sermon.
Why is God so occupied with our sex lives?!?! Steve Rieske explores the topic of sex in this week's sermon.
Yesterday we got to hear Bo Kessler preach and it was awesooooome! Check out his sermon and discover the "secret" to anxiety here.
Also, we had some technical difficulties with the camera, but about halfway through we figure out the audio problem. Sorry!
JUST WHO IS THE HEAD PASTOR OF BROOKSIDE?! And what the heck is an elder?! Steve Rieske talks on all this and more in this week's sermon.
Steve Rieske continues 1 Peter this week with a sermon on why and how anyone would want to "suffer in the flesh" like Jesus.
What do you and Noah have in common? And what does that have to do with trusting Jesus in the face of suffering? Find out more in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske.
Marriage is hard. And yet, God says it’s supposed to be a picture of how Jesus loves the church. Join us as we dive into the highs and lows of marriage in this week’s message.
Lordship. Submission. Domestic Violence. World Change. It's all covered in today's sermon with Steve Rieske. Give it a listen.
What role should politics play in Christianity? Steve Rieske speaks on politics, God's people, and the power to change the world in this week's sermon.
Last week, we discussed how YOU are a priest. Today, Steve Rieske also wants you to know that you are the Temple and the Sacrifice.
What do the Great Commission and the Brookside Summer 3BBQ Challenge have in common? Tune into this week's sermon with Steve Rieske to find out! Also, we commission Lizzie Edwards on to her new role with Cru Bridges!
Happy Mother's Day! Steve Rieske talk on Faith, Hope, Love, and how to ACTUALLY enjoy mother's day in this week's sermon. Yeah. You're gonna wanna listen in.
DON'T GIVE UP. DON'T BURN OUT. Steve Rieske tells you how to discover your gift and how to use it for the glory of God (and how to avoid dying while doing so) in this week's sermon. Also, Brookside commissions Erin Kessler and Tyler Griffin Bock as new Brookside Kids Directors!
"Your life cannot be changed just by hearing sermons. Nor can it be changed just by hearing the Word." Steve Rieske spoke some important truths about the Christian life and encourages us not just to consume information, but to TRAIN.
THE KING HAS RISEN. HE IS ALIVE!
Journey with Steve Rieske as he walks us through the first Easter.
Jesus wears a king's crown and a servant's apron. He rides a donkey instead of a warhorse. He is the King of Contrasts. Amy Seiffert unpacks all this and more in this week's sermon.
JESUS LOVES SHORT PEOPLE. Steve Rieske talks Zacchaeus, the coming Kingdom, and more in this week's sermon.
Was Jesus more of a left-wing hippie? Or straight-laced conservative? Or both? Or something entirely different? Find out more in this week’s sermon.
"You wanna follow me? ...You know I'm homeless, right?"
Jesus says some pretty intense stuff. Luckily Steve Rieske is here to help us understand.
WHAT EVEN IS COMMUNION?! And why are Christians drinking Jesus's blood?!
Find out in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske!
Did you know you can baptize a donut? Steve Rieske talks about the history and implications of baptism in this week's sermon.
What do Jesus-followers and Navy Seals have in common? ...maybe not much. Maybe a lot. Find out in this week's sermon with Ricky May!
Did you know that Jesus invented the 5 paragraph essay? Well...not really. But Steve Rieske illustrates how Jesus formulates his thoughts according to the well-known model from our middle school years in his Sermon on the Plain in this week's sermon.
In the beginning of the gospel of Luke, a question is repeatedly heard on the lips of every person who encounters Jesus: “Who is this man?!” Amy Seiffert kicks off our exploration of the book of Luke in this week’s sermon.
New Year, New You? Steve Rieske challenges us to make a new resolution to train spiritually in this week's sermon.
"The manger and the cross are bookends of the same thing." These and other deep truths were examined in this week's sermon with Steve Rieske.
"He sees and knows. He opens the way for the oppressed. He pushes aside the rich to provide for the poor." Does this sound like the God you know? Join Mary in finding out more about the God of the Bible in this week's message.
We know that there’s something wrong with the world. And we know that we feel an individual and collective responsibility to fix it. But how? Steve Rieske unpacks how the coming of Jesus was the beginning of a kingship meant to reign and right the wrongs of our reality.
Life is chock-full of hard paths and dark valleys. And what do we hold onto as we go? Is there any comfort in the valley? Amy Seiffert explores 5 comforting truths found in Psalm 23 for the valleys in life.
Sometimes life feels like a battle. What armor are you putting on? Steve Rieske wraps up our Ephesians series by explaining the battle we're in and how to put on the armor of God.
“WIVES, SUBMIT TO YOUR HUSBANDS.” This simple verse has caused more frustration, abuse, and heartache than we’d care to admit. But in this week’s message, Steve Rieske unpacks the context of the apostle Paul’s words to show that what is implied here is that this is a method and a mandate for ALL Christians to get life: by giving it. By submitting in love to one another. By bearing each other’s burdens. By giving up our lives for His sake, to find them again.
In week 4 of our Ephesians series, the Apostle Paul and Steve Rieske urge us to—in light of what we have learned about Jesus and what he has done for us—walk as Children of the Light. If you’ve ever wondered how to actually live a life of light and love, this message is for you.
As Christians, we are invited and encouraged not to give up in running the Epic Race, wherein God calls us to come and die, and watch ourselves be resurrected by him.
We are bodies, spirits, and souls. And yet, sometimes it can feel like we are dying in every one of those aspects of ourselves. Steve Rieske talks about how to get life from God in this week's sermon.
What do you and a priceless, stolen, broken, and redeemed 16th century cello have in common? Find out with Steve Rieske in this week's sermon introducing Ephesians.
“The only legitimate reason for becoming a Christian is to know God. And Christianity is 100% about being in a friendship with Him.” - Dr. Michael Brown
Michael Brown makes some big statements and backs them up with the Scripture to prove it in his message, “God As My Friend”.
What is the body of Christ?
Is it a bunch of bodies warming a set of pews?
Is it a holy huddle of fanatics fearful of the outside world?
Or is it a Jesus-centered family of servants and disciples with a God-sized goal of spreading the Gospel?
Dan Ketterman preaches on living in a missional community in this week’s sermon.
The world says, "Make a name for yourself." Jesus says, "Do NOTHING out of selfish ambition." The world says, "Look out for Number One." Jesus says, "Count others more significant than yourself." The world walks around saying, "Do you know who I AM?!" Jesus walks around saying, "Do you know who you are?" Steve Rieske talks about how God will deliver the greatness our hearts long for...in His time.
Have you ever wondered how to live the Holy Spirit-filled life? Have you ever wondered what "The Good Life" is in general? Do you want to live your best life now? Steve Rieske tackles these topics and more in this week's sermon.
Happy New Year!!! Wait, what? Celebrate the start of a new semester at BGSU with Brookside! Steve Rieske speaks on resolutions and Amy Seiffert interviews our student ministries!