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Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 15, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hosea 1-2. These chapters explore the powerful imagery of Hosea, where God calls the prophet to live out a parable of His relationship with unfaithful Israel—portrayed through Hosea's marriage to Gomer and their children, each symbolizing the nation's spiritual state. Despite Israel's betrayal, God promises redemption, transforming those who were "not my people" into His beloved through a new covenant fulfilled in Jesus. This prophecy lives on today as the church—Christ’s bride—carries the mission forward, seeking the lost and embodying God’s mercy and faithfulness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 8, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Amos 8-9. These chapters end the book of Amos with a sobering call to repentance and a warning: Israel, having rejected God’s repeated invitations, is now ripe for judgment. God condemns Israel for their exploitation of the poor and obsession with profit over worship, showing that His lordship encompasses every aspect of life. Yet, even in judgment, Amos offers hope — a vision of restoration through Christ, inviting all nations to join God’s people.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 1, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Amos 6-7. These chapters explore a sobering message from a prophet sent to shake Israel from its spiritual slumber. At the heart of Amos' warning is a timeless truth: God will ultimately give people what they truly desire—even if it leads to their ruin. Through a raw look at Israel’s craving for comfort, status, and self-indulgence, we explore how unchecked pride and greed spiral out of control, and how God's justice is revealed not by arbitrary punishment, but by handing people over to their choices.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 25, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Amos 5. This chapter confronts a prosperous yet spiritually complacent people who honored God outwardly through festivals and traditions but lacked true devotion and righteousness. Instead of seeking God, Israel placed their hope in historical places, religious rituals, and created things—leaving them vulnerable to judgment and spiritual emptiness. God's invitation is clear and urgent: "Seek Me and live" — through genuine inner faith and outward justice that reflects a life surrendered to Him.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 18, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Amos 3-4. These chapters reveal God’s judgment against Israel’s hypocrisy—highlighting their injustice, abuse, and hollow religious rituals. Through cause-and-effect imagery, Amos shows that closeness to God brings not only privilege but also greater accountability; rebellion leads to societal collapse, and even sacred places are torn down when true worship is replaced with shallow performance. Despite dire warnings, God pleads through Amos for repentance, urging both ancient Israel and modern believers to awaken, seek revival, and live with integrity before God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 11, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Amos 1-2. Amos, a shepherd from Tekoa, delivered God’s message of judgment against nations that prioritized power over people, focusing on their cruelty, exploitation, and injustice. Each "roar" of judgment highlights the consequences of mistreating others, with God opposing human pride and valuing how we treat one another more than our worldly accomplishments.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 4, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Jonah 3-4. Although Jonah obeyed God's command to preach in Nineveh, his heart remained hardened. God's mercy on Nineveh contrasts sharply with Jonah’s lack of mercy, challenging believers to reflect on their willingness to forgive and extend grace. Ultimately, the book ends by turning the focus toward the reader, urging us to examine our hearts and how we treat others, especially those outside the faith.
Pastor Marshall ochs | April 27, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Jonah 1-2. Jonah runs from God’s command to preach to Nineveh, showing how inner rebellion creates outward turmoil. Even surrounded by praying pagans, Jonah refuses to pray until he hits rock bottom inside a fish—where he finally surrenders in prayer, leading to restoration and a second chance. The central theme is clear: no matter how far you run, the way back is always through honest, surrendered prayer.
Pastor Marshall ochs | April 20, 2025
Today, through Luke 24 and passages like Isaiah 8 and Daniel 7, Pastor Marshall teaches that Jesus’ resurrection fulfills God’s promise of life, exposing the futility of seeking hope in death and offering true power and new life through Him. Like the women at the tomb, we’re called to remember, believe, and boldly share this resurrection hope with others.
Pastor Marshall ochs | April 13, 2025
Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, where He rode in on a donkey to crowds celebrating Him as a warrior king — but He came not for battle, but to inspect His people, His “garden,” for spiritual fruit. Drawing from Isaiah 5 and Matthew 21, we see how Jesus, like the gardener in the parables, found His vineyard producing rotten fruit, symbolizing Israel’s unfaithfulness. The people expected liberation from Rome, but Jesus instead confronted corruption in the temple, emphasizing that His mission was spiritual renewal, not political rebellion. Just as Jesus inspected Jerusalem then, He now enters our hearts — and we must ask what kind of fruit He will find there.
Pastor Sean Doughtie | April 6, 2025
Paul’s letter to Philemon is personal appeal for forgiveness and reconciliation between Philemon, a Christian slaveholder, and Onesimus, his runaway slave who’s now a fellow believer. Rather than leaning on authority, Paul speaks as a friend — calling on Philemon to receive Onesimus, not as a slave, but as a brother. This short letter is an example of gospel transformation — showing how love, grace, and shared identity in Christ can break down social barriers. It challenges all believers to embody the gospel through forgiveness, reconciliation and radical unity.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 30, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 3. This chapter emphasizes that Christians should live lives marked by visible kindness, good works, and respectful behavior in the public square, not to earn salvation, but as a response to God's grace. Believers are reminded to be gentle, obedient, and ready to serve others, because they too were once lost and only saved through God’s mercy, not their own merit. Ultimately, our conduct—how we speak, act, and serve—should testify that God is good and his word is true, making even simple greetings an opportunity to reflect Christ.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 23, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 2. This chapter emphasizes that a strong church requires healthy households where all members—older men, older women, young women, and young men—live in alignment with sound doctrine through their actions. Paul contrasts the behavior of unfit teachers in the Cretan church with the example Titus should set, teaching that faith and works go hand in hand, and genuine faith produces a distinct, godly life. The Christian life should be a testimony to the truth of the gospel, with one's actions matching their beliefs to give credibility to their words and strengthen the church's witness to the world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 16, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 1. This chapter stresses that church leaders must be morally upright, self-disciplined, and well-versed in scripture, contrasting good leaders with bad ones who promote myths or cultural deception. Ultimately, Paul urges Titus and the church to uphold purity in leadership and teaching, highlighting that the integrity of church leaders shapes the spiritual health of the community.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 9, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 4. This chapter urges Timothy to preach the Word with urgency, as Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead. The chapter also highlights the personal aspects of discipleship, showing that failures can be redeemed and that Christ remains faithful through it all. Paul concludes with a message of forgiveness, confidence in Christ, and the reminder that God's grace and presence are with us, giving us strength in our daily lives.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 2, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 3. This chapter warns that in the "last days," sin and deception will increase, particularly within the church, leading to a "falling away" as people become lovers of themselves, money, and pleasure. He contrasts those enslaved to the enemy with those faithful to Christ, encouraging believers to embrace godly examples, continue learning, and grow in Scripture. Paul emphasizes the importance of God's Word for teaching, correcting, and training, as it equips believers for maturity in Christ. The man of God is complete and equipped for every good work as he commits to regular Bible reading, prayer, and application.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 23, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 2. This chapter uses metaphors to emphasize the importance of faithfulness, strength, and suffering in Christian living. Paul encourages Timothy to be strengthened by God's grace, participate in teaching, and share in suffering, offering metaphors like soldier, athlete, and farmer to highlight dedication, faithfulness, and longevity. Paul also emphasizes the metaphors of workmen, vessels, and servants to give believers a picture of what it looks like to follow Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 16, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 1. This chapter emphasizes the importance of remembering one's calling and the gift of the Holy Spirit to persevere in ministry, even through suffering. Paul encourages Timothy to fan into flame the Spirit within him, reminding him that the strength of love, power, and self-control will fuel faithful service. The letter calls believers, both older and younger, to gratitude, reflection, and encouraging one another in the walk of faith.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 9, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 6. This chapter addresses how Christians, particularly bondservants, should live with faithfulness in their roles, maintaining the reputation of God and promoting the gospel, despite their circumstances. He warns against the dangers of leaders who self-promote, sow discord, and exploit others for financial gain, advocating for contentment and godliness instead. Paul concludes by urging Timothy to guard the truth and avoid the pitfalls of false knowledge.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 2, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 5. This chapter focuses on healthy, respectful relationships within the church family, emphasizing honor, purity, and mutual encouragement. He outlines how widows should be cared for, distinguishing between true widows who are dedicated to God and younger women who may still desire to remarry, while also offering guidance on how to care for church leaders, urging fairness and patience in leadership decisions. Ultimately, Paul is advocating for a church that is a beautiful, attractive reflection of God’s household, one that stands apart from the world through its care for widows, integrity in leadership, and purity in relationships.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 26, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 4. This chapter covers the dangers facing God’s household, particularly false teachings and the twisting of truth by demons. Paul stresses that protecting the church is everyone's responsibility, calling believers to "train for godliness" and live with intentionality, using spiritual practices to build strength and resilience. The key to safeguarding God’s household is found in living out a godly life—teaching, setting an example, and devoting oneself to spiritual discipline—both for individual benefit and for the benefit of the community.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 19, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 3. This chapter outlines the leadership structure and expectations for God's household, emphasizing the importance of strong, godly leaders who model the truth through their actions. The church, as the pillar of truth, must have leaders who exemplify Christlike behavior to protect and guide the congregation, setting an example for others to follow in a world full of deception.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 12, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 2. This chapter emphasizes prayer for all people, including leaders, for peaceful conditions that support the gospel mission. Paul also provided guidance on roles in the church, highlighting modesty and self-control for women and reinforcing biblical household order with men leading as servant leaders. Women are not prohibited from using their gifts but should not usurp their husbands’ role, aligning their lives with God’s good household order.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 5, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 1. This letter introduces the theme of God's household order. Paul writes to Timothy, urging him to combat false teachings and cultural influence, and to focus on God's household order that produces love. The message emphasizes that living according to this order attracts the lost to the Gospel and spreads God's Kingdom throughout the world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 22, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 25. This chapter concludes the tragic downfall of Judah. Despite Josiah's reforms, his sons returned to sin, and the nation’s abandonment of Yahweh resulted in destruction, exile, and suffering. The story emphasizes that worldliness leads to spiritual decay, but, while Judah faced destruction, the hope of restoration remained in the seed of David. God preserved Jeconiah in Babylon and hope springs forth in Matthew 1 where the lineage of David is traced to Joseph and Mary, fulfilling God's promise of a king that would take away the sin of the world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 15, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 23-24. These chapters focus on how King Josiah's reform brought radical changes, purging idolatry, sinful practices, and corrupt worship, reflecting the transformative power of God’s Word. Despite Josiah’s efforts, Manasseh’s wickedness led to God’s judgment through foreign nations, culminating in Babylon’s siege of Jerusalem. The contrast of Josiah’s reforms and the judgment of Judah encourage us to reflect on the parallels with Jesus’ advent. The Advent of Jesus offers joy and life to those who obey and change, but sorrow and death to those who reject it, urging each person to choose how they will respond to His arrival.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 8, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 21-22. These chapters focus on the decline of Israel and Judah, including the reign of King Manasseh, whose sinful actions led to God’s judgment. Despite the wickedness of his son Amnon, God's promise remained, and a new king, Josiah, brought a brief period of restoration through repentance, reform, and a return to God's Word. Josiah's reign highlights the importance of hearing and obeying God's Word, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of these principles in Jesus Christ. Jesus' Advent offers a far greater hope, bringing heart transformation, the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, and the promise of a new covenant that brings salvation, adoption, and eternal restoration.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 24, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 19-20. These chapters focus on the power of prayer and the importance of maintaining humility before God. King Hezekiah, facing the threat of Assyria and a terminal illness, prays earnestly, appealing to God's power and sovereignty, and God responds by miraculously saving Judah and extending Hezekiah’s life. These stories teach us to cultivate a robust prayer life, grounded in Scripture, as prayer connects us to the God who can change circumstances. However, they also serve as a warning not to become prideful in the blessings or answers to prayer, reminding us to acknowledge God's role in our success and to remain humble.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 17, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 17-19. Israel’s persistent sin led to their exile, illustrating the consequences of unfaithfulness to God’s covenant. This serves as a warning in Hebrews 12:25, encouraging Christians to remain faithful and avoid the world’s temptations, as Israel's rebellion is a repeatable pattern. King Hezekiah, however, provides a contrast, showing a heart devoted to God and a powerful example of prayer. When faced with imminent danger from Assyria, his prayerful dependence on God highlights the greater invitation for believers to make prayer a daily priority, cultivating a deep, ongoing relationship with God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 10, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 15-16. In the land of Israel and Judah, the people have turned away from God, allowing idolatry, violence, and sin to take root, leaving the land spiritually barren. Uzziah's reign starts well but ends as a warning about the dangers of pride, while Israel experiences decades of chaos with assassinations and political instability, reflecting the consequences of sin. In Judah, King Ahaz’s extreme idolatry, including child sacrifice and the corruption of temple worship, demonstrates how unrepentant sin affects both individuals and the larger society, revealing the devastating impact of putting sin at the center of life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 3, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 13-14. These chapters cover Israel's pattern of sin, judgment, and deliverance, under King Jehoahaz, whose cries for help were met with God's compassion despite ongoing disobedience. The life of Joash and Amaziah reveal a continued lack of true repentance and reliance on God, leading to further rebellion and the impending threat of exile. The theme of these chapters warns against complacency and emphasizes the importance of sincere devotion to God, urging readers to choose a relationship with Yahweh over the consequences of sin and spiritual apathy.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 27, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 11-12. These chapters cover the biblical narrative of Athaliah's corruption and the preservation of the Davidic line through Jehosheba, emphasizing God's faithfulness in turmoil. Despite Athaliah's efforts to eradicate the seed of David, God works through ordinary individuals to fulfill His promises. The narrative warns against superficial reforms without true heart devotion to God, illustrating how Israel's reliance on outward change rather than covenant faithfulness leads to cycles of sin and chaos.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 20, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 9-10. God appoints Jehu to execute judgment on the house of Ahab, highlighting the consequences of sinful alliances between Judah and Israel. Jehu eliminates Baal worship and kills many people, including Jezebel and Ahaziah, but fails to address the ongoing sin of golden calf worship. The story serves as a reminder for believers to fully confront sin without going too far, emphasizing the importance of knowing and obeying God’s Word in all aspects of life.
Preston Scott | October 13, 2024
In this message, Preston Scott teaches from 2 Kings 7-8. In these chapters, the city of Samaria suffers a severe famine, leading to desperate acts, but four lepers discover an abandoned Syrian camp filled with supplies and bring news of deliverance. Their courageous act contrasts with King Jehoram's disbelief, emphasizing the struggle between faith and doubt. Also, the Shunammite woman, previously aided by Elisha, experiences God's faithfulness when her land is restored, demonstrating that God remains sovereign and true to His promises despite human failures.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 6, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 5-6. These chapters alternate the contrasting themes of generosity and greed. The author’s goal is to encourage reflection on these two themes and the fruit they produce. Yahweh is a miraculously generous God and His generosity is a character attribute His people should model on a daily basis.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 29, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 3-4. These chapters follow the ministry of Elisha at the national level and the local level. They reveal a God who shows great compassion on His people in the midst of a spiritual drought and pervasive wickedness. In addition, these chapters foreshadow the future ministry of John the Baptist and Jesus — a call to repentance and a compassion for the lost.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 22, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 1-2. These chapters cover the end of Elijah’s ministry and the start of Elisha’s ministry. Within this transition, we see God declare Himself as the rightful king over Israel and start to understand His plan for bringing redemption to the nation. Elisha replays the Joshua conquest of Canaan, but this time shows mercy over judgment and emphasizes the repercussions of breaking covenant with God. These chapters ask the question, who is the true and rightful king — in Israel, among the nations, and in our own hearts?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 15, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 21-22. These chapters bring the book of First Kings to a close with the ruin of Ahab. God has declared destruction for Ahab because of his wicked leadership and rebellion against God’s Word. His character is contrasted with men like Elijah and Micaiah who are wholly devoted to the Lord. The theme that emerges from these chapters is weak men who ignore God’s Word, and faithful men who are bound to God’s Word. This contrast invites the reader to reflect on their personal character.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 8, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 19-20. These chapters cover the aftermath of Mt Carmel and the resistance from Jezebel. Elijah expected nationwide revival, but Ahab’s wife stood in the way. These chapters reveal how Elijah dealt with this disappointment and how God comforts His people in sorrow. These chapters are a great source of encouragement for anyone struggling with discontentment.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 1, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 17-18. These chapters cover the early ministry of Elijah and the showdown between Yahweh and Baal. Whenever a nation turns to false gods and idol worship, the Lord faithfully raises up prophetic voices to call the people to repentance. Elijah was a man with a nature like ours and he prayed big prayers. God answered those prayers to call many to repentance. James 5 uses this story to remind believers of their responsibility to pray against the increasing worldliness and idolatry in our world today — that many would turn from their sin to the Lord.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 25, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 15-16. These chapters cover the downward spiral of sin in Judah and Israel. Each nation sins in their own unique way, but they are both accountable to God for rejecting His word. These chapters raise important questions on the long-term impacts of sin on a nation. If a people choose to follow the wisdom of the world, is life better?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 18, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 13-14. These chapters cover the final days of Jeroboam’s reign in Israel and Rehoboam’s reign in Judah. The story begins with a prophet from Judah speaking judgment on Israel, but ends with Judah participating in the same sins of Israel. The author emphasizes the importance of obeying the word of the Lord rather than the details of each nation’s sin. Outright rebellion and subtle pride are both considered disobedience and result in disastrous consequences.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 11, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 11-12. These chapters cover the final days of Solomon’s empire and the division of Israel. God raises up a replacement king and Israel splits into two nations — Judah and Israel. The primary theme of these chapters is the turning of Solomon’s heart and the religious systems of Jeroboam that kept Israel from returning to the Lord.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 4, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 9-10. These chapters take an in-depth look at the character of Solomon. The chapters contrast the value system of God with the value system of Solomon. The Lord is concerned with Solomon’s heart, but Solomon is concerned with building an empire. However, the Lord shows kindness to Solomon in continuing to invite Solomon to repent. The Lord appears to him numerous times and sends foreign envoys to proclaim the fame of God. These chapters remind us how generous God is with us today. He still pursues those who walk in foolishness and calls everyone to repentance.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 28, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 7-8. These chapters cover the construction and dedication of Solomon’s temple. The narrative includes details about the temple furniture, but also the purpose of the temple. It was a place of prayer and a home for The Name of Yahweh. These two aspects have important implications when we consider the temple through a New Testament lens. The temple is no longer a building, Christians are the temple. Therefore, we must consider what kind of temple we have become.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 21, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 5-6. These chapters cover the construction of Solomon’s Temple. The story begins with Solomon cutting a covenant with Hiram of Tyre to secure cedar from Lebanon and ends with 7 years of construction. In the middle of the story, the Lord visits Solomon with a subtle reminder of heart devotion. If Israel is devoted to the Lord, the temple will be a blessing. If Israel is devoted to the temple, it will become a snare.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 14, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 3-4. These chapters cover the early years of Solomon’s reign over Israel. The chapter begins with Solomon forging an alliance with Egypt and marrying foreign women. He also offers sacrifices to the Lord, but he makes his offering at the high places of worship. The author portrays Solomon as one who loves the Lord, but is also deeply conflicted with competing alliances. The Lord shows grace to Solomon in hearing and answering his prayers, but the expectation is to forsake worldliness and embrace godliness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 7, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Kings 2. This chapter covers the death of David and the beginning of Solomon’s reign. David gives Solomon advice on how to establish the kingdom and the importance of being a man and walking in God’s ways. This includes rewarding those who are generous and bringing judgment on those who walk in wickedness. David’s advice on establishing a kingdom is paralleled in Christ’s teaching of the Kingdom of God in unique ways. This chapter has many valuable applications for followers of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 30, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teach from 1 Kings 1. This chapter opens with a striking look at Israel under an aging King David. David has suffered the consequences for his poor decisions with Bathsheba and the entire nation has felt the impact. Solomon has been declared the next king of Israel, but Solomon’s brother wants the throne. Competition erupts and David must declare which boy will become king. The entire chapter is filled with rich application for our life; the most prominent is how our decisions shape us.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 23, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 24. This chapter covers the resurrection narrative and the several appearances of Jesus following the resurrection. The chapter reveals a pattern of people feeling confused, an invitation out of that confusion into deeper understanding, and the results of an expanded Kingdom connected to the deeper understanding. When the early church revisited scripture, their eyes were opened and the gospel was spread. Luke wants us to see this pattern so we recognize it in our lives too. Evangelism is always fueled by seeking of the Lord.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 16, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 23. This chapter argues for a literal and historical account of the crucifixion of Jesus. In light of this account, we must make a decision about what we believe about Jesus. The chapter includes major and minor characters that demonstrate different responses to Jesus, but the chapter extends the invitation for us to make a decision about Jesus as well. The man who taught for three years and made bold claims about His divine nature can’t be ignored. Everyone must make a decision about what they believe about Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 9, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 22:39-71. This chapter covers the events following the Passover meal, leading to the midnight arrest and trial of Jesus. The tribulations of the evening begin in the garden where Jesus tells His disciples to pray against temptation. The Lord’s instructions invite the disciples to consider the spiritual war in their midst and how to endure through prayer. The trials of that evening mirror many trials for disciples today, but the exhortation from Luke is the same — pray!
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 2, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 22:1-38. This chapter covers the final Passover meal Jesus celebrates with His disciples. The meal is filled with symbolic imagery of the exodus and Jesus reinterprets that imagery for a new covenant. The new covenant is marked with the bread and wine of communion. The moment takes place over a meal and helps the disciples focus on the work of God, the strengthening of God’s people, and preparation for the upcoming tribulations.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 26, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 21. This chapter begins with a picture of religious excess and ends with a warning against worldly excess. The middle section is a lengthy teaching on the destruction of the temple and the return of Jesus. The sermon on Christ’s second advent is bracketed with a warning against religious hypocrisy and a warning against worldly indulgence. The focus of this chapter is to prepare God’s people for the arrival of Jesus with a deep examination of our hearts.
In this message, Pastor Lyell teaches from Luke chapter 20. This chapter covers the final time Jesus confronted the religious leaders of his day before his arrest and crucifixion. Each section of Luke 20 allows us to see how Jesus dealt with religious hypocrisy in his day and how our lives line up to Jesus. We also see Jesus’ warning about becoming like these religious leaders.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 12, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 19. This chapter includes the salvation of Zacchaeus and the events of Palm Sunday. Each story and parable reveals a king that approaches His people to inspect their faithfulness. The king rewards the faithful and brings consequences to the unfaithful. This entire chapter speaks to the responsibility Christians have to serve as faithful stewards and use the gifts God has given us to build His kingdom.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 5, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 18. This chapter continues our study in what a disciple looks like. Jesus builds on the themes of faith and gratitude, with persistence, humility, and surrender. These themes are difficult for the apostles to grasp, in a way they are blind to them. Luke answers this inability to see with a final story of the blind beggar. The beggar cries out to God, modeling the very themes the apostles struggle to see.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 28, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 17. This chapter draws our attention to two core themes — faith and gratitude. Jesus teaches a parable on the duty of a disciple and those same duties show up in the healing of the 10 lepers. These themes are corner stones of God’s kingdom, but many of the leading Jews in Jesus’ day are missing it. In fact, more foreigners than members of God’s chosen people are in touch with what God is up to. If we aren’t careful, this same predicament can be present in our lives on the eve of the second coming of Jesus. Therefore, pay attention to yourselves!
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 21, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 16. This chapter includes two parables and a rebuke of the Pharisees. Jesus uses negative examples in his parables to contrast how disciples should invest in God’s Kingdom and the dangers of living as a Pharisee. The negative examples in His parables remind us that we can learn many things from trials and tribulations. We don’t need perfect circumstances to grow, we need proper focus on God’s Kingdom.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 14, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 15. This chapter covers the Pharisee critique that Jesus is receiving sinner and eating with them. The theme of meals has surfaced multiple times in Luke. It speaks to the primary vehicle Jesus used for spreading the Kingdom, and informs how we should view evangelism today. To answer the Pharisee’s criticism Jesus teaches three parables to expose the hearts of the Jewish leaders and address issues we continue to struggle with today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 7, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 14. This message continues the theme of examining our focus. The setting for this chapter is a sabbath dinner. The guests should be focused on God and His faithfulness over the years, but they are more concerned with positions, titles, and receiving honor. This maneuvering for status means the ones who are hurting and broken get overlooked. Christ performs one miracle and teaches three parables that address the “me” centered culture of the 1st century and the world we live in today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 31, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 13. This message was recorded on Easter Sunday and follows the many ways humans are prone to focus on the wrong issue. Disciples, Pharisees, and members of the crowds would regularly ask Jesus questions about the daily news, the sins of others, and even the law of Moses. With every question, Jesus would guide them to a better question that involved self reflection on what God was doing in their life. This practice helps us shift our focus from the distracting issues of the day and back to Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 24, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 12:22-59. These verses challenge Christians to consider how they are stewards of God’s resources, rather than owners. We do not own our possessions, our talents, our bodies, or our time. Instead we steward them because they belong to God, and one day we will have to give an account for how we managed His resources.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 17, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 11:37-12:21. These verses cover the contrast between the Pharisees and the disciples. These verses outline the outer life and inner life of those who follow Jesus. It covers numerous exhortations to forsake hypocrisy, walk in obedience to Jesus, and count the cost of discipleship.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 10, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 11:1-36. These verses cover a series of teachings that Christ gave the disciples. Jesus teaches on prayer, the spiritual realm, and the connection between your eye and your inner self.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 3, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 10. These verses reveal the growing and consuming nature of God’s kingdom. It increases in numerical value, expands into enemy territory, and produces change in our outer life. Luke communicates this reality through the sending of the 72, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and the posture of Mary at the feet of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 25, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 9:28-62. These verses cover the transfiguration and the disciples inability to cast out a demon form a young boy. These two important stories are followed by the journey to Jerusalem. This message looks at what happens when Jesus sets His face toward Jerusalem and the impact it has on anyone who follows Christ.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 18, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 9:1-27. These verses outline a pattern of identifying God’s provision and recognizing the response to that provision. Jesus gives authority to the 12 disciples and feeds the 5,000. Between each provision Luke injects a question — who is the Lord? Peter ultimately answers with a bold declaration that Christ is Lord. Luke follows the declaration with a somber reality check of what that confession means — death.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 11, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 8. This chapter begins with a summary of who is following Jesus in Galilee and moves to the parable of the seed and lamp. Jesus warns the crowd to take heed when they listen to these parables because we are accountable for what we know. When God spreads the seed of His Word in our life there is an expectation that we would obey and experience His blessing in our life. However, if we hear the Word of God and ignore it or disobey, our hearts grow hard. The encouragement from God's Word is to receive the Word with joy and respond with obedience, lest we become dull and stiff necked.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 4, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 7. In Luke 6, Jesus teaches about the kingdom but in Luke 7 Jesus demonstrates the power of the kingdom. This message tracks the power of God’s kingdom and the marvelous ways it transforms our life. The wisdom of God is not a collection of abstract theories, it has real power and brings about real change. Luke wants us to consider the difference between the wisdom of this world and the wisdom of our God — the results speak for themselves.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 28, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 6. This chapter covers the contrast between the old way and the new way. Jesus picks his 12 disciples and teaches the multitude about the kingdom of God. The sermon reveals the expectations of those who follow Christ and the contrast with those who live for the world. This is a powerful chapter that invites the reader to consider how we should live and who is instructing us to live this way.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 21, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 5. This chapter covers the early ministry of Jesus and the call of His disciples. We see Jesus call Peter, heal a leper, a paralytic, and call Levi to forsake everything and follow Him. The joy in this chapter is found in the simple message — forsake everything, follow Jesus, and He will change your life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 14, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 4. This chapter covers the temptation of Jesus, his early ministry, and His authority over the physical and spiritual realm. To help the church cultivate a hunger for God’s Word and a deep understanding of scripture, Pastor Marshall uses a summarization method of Luke 4 to model healthy Bible reading habits. When reading the Bible, it is important to pause regularly to summarize the story, summarize the larger story, and summarize what scripture is requiring of you.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 7, 2024
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 2:41-3:38. These verses track the story of Jesus in the temple at age 12 and the early ministry of John the Baptist. Luke uses these stories to highlight the value of family and how the good news flows from family to the world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 24, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 2:21-40. These verses track the faithful obedience of God’s people during the first advent. Mary, Joseph, Simeon, and Anna are all portrayed as obeying God’s word and receiving a reward for their faithfulness. The picture Luke paints is an invitation to consider our obedience to God’s word on the eve of the second advent.
Pastor Sean Doughtie | December 17, 2023
In this message, Pastor Sean teaches from Luke 2:1-20. These verses track Joseph and Mary's trip to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus. The story serves as a character study in faith and obedience, that leads to action — culminating in the first Advent. This message also looks at the significance of God announcing the arrival of Messiah, not to the religious leaders, but to lowly shepherds and what that means for the Church, awaiting the second Advent.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 10, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 1:39-80. These chapters cover Mary, Elizabeth, and Zechariah’s response to God working in their life. The prominent theme of advent is the transformative nature of this season. God is working peculiar things in His people and changing the lives of those who follow Him. On the eve of God’s second advent, God is still looking to transform the lives of men and women.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 3, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 1:1-38. These verses cover the angelic announcement of John’s birth and Jesus’ birth. The two accounts are recorded together so we can see the parallels in the story. The message from Gabriel was similar, but the reactions were very different. Zechariah responded with unbelief, but Mary responded with faith. These responses are important as we ponder our reactions to the second advent of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 19, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Thessalonians 2-3. Paul closes his letter to the church with a warning against Christians who live idle lives. In light of the glorious new life Christ has given to us, we should be hard at work in God’s vineyard. When Jesus returns He should find us accomplishing the Lord’s plans and building His kingdom. If a church member refuses to stay busy with God’s work, Paul’s instruction is to disassociate with them until they turn in repentance.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 12, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Thessalonians 1-2. The church is concerned that they have missed the Day of the Lord. Paul addresses their concerns by making reference to Jesus’ teaching in the Olivet Discourse. They have not missed the Day of the Lord because certain events must take place before Jesus returns. Paul outlines these events and his message brings comfort to us today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 5, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Thessalonians 4-5. These chapters cover the Day of the Lord and the resurrection of the saints. Paul clearly outlines the order of events at Jesus’ second coming to encourage the church to overcome the fear of death, for themselves and their loved ones. This message is filled with hope and encouragement.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 29, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Thessalonians 3-4. Paul wrote this letter shortly after planting the church and his desire was to check on their spiritual condition. Timothy gave news that the church was healthy and fruitful, but a few key areas needed addressing. In these chapters, Paul address the issue of sexual immorality and the daily life of a Christian.
Pastor Sean Doughtie | October 22, 2023
In this message, Pastor Sean teaches from 1 Thessalonians 1-2. These chapters address the faith of the young Thessalonian church and the impact of their testimony on the region. Paul address the nature of his character in ministry, using the language of parenthood to describe his care for etc people. He thanks God for the Thessalonians, because they received the Word of God, and the Word had produced fruit in their lives.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 15, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 23-24. These chapters cover David’s final reflections on leadership and the consequences of taking a census. These chapters help us see the wonderful blessings that godly leadership brings to God’s people as well as the warning to not idolize leadership. The warning exposes the temptation of leaders to look to people for answers and the temptation for people to put all their hope in leaders.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 8, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 21-22. These chapters cover the influences in David’s life as well as the influence David had over Israel. The story invites us to consider our influences and how they shape our behavior. The story concludes with a song of worship as David reflects on God’s influence in his life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 1, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 19-20. These chapters cover the return of King David and his tribulations with his commander, Joab. David and Joab have very different ways of solving problems and the author contrasts their leadership styles for personal reflection. When rebuilding after failure, do you approach situations with humility like David or with arrogance and pride like Joab?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 24, 2023
In these chapters, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 16-18. These chapters pair with the previous three chapters with Absalom and David. God disciplined David because of his shepherding failures in Israel and at home. However, God loved David, and through his discipline and consequences for sin the Lord restored David. This story reminds us of the sobering reality that shepherding is serious business, but in our failures God is sovereign. The Lord will not waste a failure, He redeems our failures for His purposes.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 17, 2023
In these chapters, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 13-15. These chapters cover the consequences of David’s sin. David was called to shepherd Israel, but he took advantage of God’s sheep. Judgment fell on David’s house and the applications for us are abundant. The message looks at the shepherd as God’s ideal example for leadership, and the consequences that comes from neglecting our shepherding duties.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 10, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 12 and Psalm 51. These chapters tell the story of God exposing David’s sin and David turning to the Lord in repentance. The story puts God’s mercy on display, but also reveals the consequences of our sin. Many consequences are washed away in God’s grace, but some remain. This message explores the purpose of those consequences that remain.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 3, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches for 2 Samuel 10-11. These chapters pair the blessing of God on David’s life with sin in David’s heart. God blessed David with a home, a family, and a kingdom but his heart wanted more. In these chapters we see the great shepherd king of Israel overstep God’s boundaries and commit adultery and murder to satisfy his own fleshly desires. These chapters are best studied in light of 1 Corinthians 10:11-14 — if anyone things they stand, take heed lest they fall.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 27, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 8-9. These chapters contrast two important themes of King David — the conquering king and the generous king. These themes also foreshadow the same themes in the messiah, King Jesus. The author’s intent in these chapters is for Israel to behold these themes, but there is a secondary goal for us today. We are to behold these themes in our king, but also learn to embody them in our life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 20, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 6-7. These chapters tell the story of the ark of God returning to Jerusalem and God’s blessing over David. Each chapter is filled with a rich theology of worship and prayer. The author invites us to put down deep roots in these chapters and bear fruit in these two areas.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 13, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 4-5. These chapters cover David’s third and final anointing as king over all Israel. His first act of king is to establish Jerusalem as the new capital city. However, Jebusites live in Jerusalem and they have no intention of leaving. These chapters cover aspects of physical and spiritual warfare that remind us to take comfort, our God is the Lord of Hosts.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 6, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Samuel 1-3. These chapters cover the beginning of David ruling over Judah and the tension between Abner and Joab. The early stages of David’s rule is marked with compassion and forgiveness, but not everyone in David’s army leads with grace
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 30, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 31 and 2 Samuel 1. These chapters cover the death of Saul and David’s reaction to the news of Saul’s defeat. The story ends with David writing a lament to solidify how Saul and Jonathan should be remembered. These chapters teach us about perspective and the importance of seeking God’s view on matters.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 23, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 29-30. These chapters close the wilderness years of David and bring all his lessons to close. After the many years of running from Saul, David reflects on the generosity of God through it all.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 16, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 27-28. These chapters tell the story of David moving to Ziklag and Saul seeking advice from a witch. Both situations reveal the characters walking in sin and contrast wisdom with folly. These stories help us understand that there are deep roots and consequence to waking in obedience and waking in disobedience.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 9, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 25-26. These chapters include the altercation between David and Nabal, and the final interaction between David and Saul. These chapters reveal a powerful lesson about letting go of vengeance and letting God fight your battles. The story is cast against a backdrop of wise characters and foolish characters and begs the reader to consider what path they walk.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 2, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 23-24. These chapters include David saving the city of Keilah from the Philistines and David confronting Saul at Engedi. These wandering years were formative for David. They shaped his character, his friends, his family, and his view of God. As we study these chapters, our hearts are formed as well.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 25, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 21-22. These chapters cover the early days of David running from Saul. This is a dark season in David’s life, but he learns a lot about himself and the Lord. The season is pivotal in shaping David to rule over Israel with a heart like God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 18, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 19-20. These chapters cover the final days of David in Saul’s court. Saul’s jealousy against David has turned to murder, and the king makes multiple plans to eliminate David. However, with each attempt of murder, Saul fails miserably because God is protecting David. This story reveals profound insights on the multitude of ways God saves His people, and foreshadows the gospel in wonderful ways.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 11, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 17-18. These chapters tell the story of David and Goliath, as well as the further dismantling of Saul’s kingdom. David triumphs over Goliath, but Saul burns with jealousy. The story is about faith in God and learning to keep your eyes on the Lord, not giants in the land.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 4, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 15-16. These chapters record the continued dismantling of Saul’s kingdom and the anointing of Saul’s replacement. The new king is a young man named David who is described as a neighbor of Saul, but better than Saul. The Lord regrets making Saul king and this story uncovers Saul’s sin and a powerful sermon from Samuel on the importance of obedience over sacrifice.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 28, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 13-14. These chapters record the unraveling of Saul’s kingdom. Saul’s disobedience in obeying the Lord’s command brought ruin on his lineage and the Lord sought a new king after his own heart. This tragic tale shows how insecurity and disobedience has deep consequences and communicates a warning for all who consider their words as more valuable than the Lord’s.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 21, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 11-12. These chapters reveal the early days of Saul’s reign as king. Israel has never had a king before, therefore Saul has no palace, no military, and no job description. However, the new king is presented with an opportunity to grow as a leader, united the nation, and save an oppressed people. This story teaches us about leadership and the importance of following through on our commitments to the Lord.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 14, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 9-10. These chapters follow a young man named Saul who is searching for his father’s donkeys. While searching for the lost livestock, Saul meet the prophet Samuel and his life takes an unexpected turn. Samuel greets Saul with hospitality and a message from God — Saul will be the new king of Israel. This story highlights the miraculous ways God works in our lives and invites us to consider how God is working today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 7, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 7-8. These chapters cover Israel’s repentance, the stone of hope in Mizpah, and Israel’s cry for a king. The story has powerful application for God’s people today in how we view repentance, understanding Jesus as our high priest, and the foolishness of the education fallacy.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 30, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 5-6. These chapters tell the story of the Philistines bringing the ark of God to their capital cities. This proves to be an unwise decision because Yahweh humiliates their god and releases a plague on the people. The Philistines move the ark from town to town, but eventually return the ark to Israel. This story reveals how little help God needs to accomplish His plans, and how his plans include the humiliation of imposter gods and using pain to teach humanity the wisdom of trusting in Yahweh.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 23, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel 3-4. These chapters tell the story of young Samuel growing in ministry and learning to hear the voice of the Lord. In contrast to Samuel’s growing ministry, the ministry of Eli and his sons comes to an end. In a battle with the Philistines, Eli’s boys are killed and the ark is stolen. This story reveals powerful truths about God’s character and principles for living in a community of faith.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 16, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Samuel. Chapters 1 and 2 contain the stories of two families. These families are filled with hope and despair; obedience and wickedness. These two families contrast the spiritual state of the God’s community of Israel and they reflect the condition of God’s church today. In some corners of the church, barren women are praying for God to change their situation. In other corners of the church, leaders are exploiting the people. However, God has a plan for all aspects of His community and it includes answering prayers and judging sin. This story is filled with real people, with real names and it invites us to consider how God is working now and has always worked in the everyday lives of His people.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 9, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from John 3, Numbers 21, and 2 Kings 18. In John 3, Nicodemus speaks with Jesus one evening. The Pharisee affirms the miracles he sees Christ performing among the people, but not what the miracles point toward. In the conversation, Jesus declares, in the same way that Moses lifted the bronze serpent in the wilderness the Son of Man must be lifted up. This message explores the history of the bronze serpent, the role it played in Solomon’s Temple, and the symbolic power it held in foreshadowing the work of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 2, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 13. This is the final chapter of Hebrews and it contains exhortations for the church. The focus of this chapter is to encourage believers to order their lives around faith in areas of brotherly love, hospitality, marriage, contentment, and gospel submission. These encouragements were valuable to believers in the early church and they are valuable to us today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 26, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 12. This chapter gives three examples of how believers can understand the way we order our lives around faith. The christian life looks like a race, a family, and a kingdom that can’t be shaken. These pictures empower us to cultivate endurance in our lives and grow in holiness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 19, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 11. This chapter is a chronological study of our ancestors in the faith. It shows how men and women believed God’s promises and that belief shaped their daily lives. The author of Hebrews ends the chapter with a contrast of how these people of faith lived extraordinary lives but never inherited any of God’s promises. However, we have inherited these promises, through Christ, and should therefore live by faith in our daily lives.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 12, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 10:19-39. This chapter begins the author’s appeal for Christians to live by faith in response to the supremacy of Jesus. Believers should gather together regularly, to encourage each other, and grow in love and good works. Forsaking the regular gathering of believers leads to spiritual drift, and the author brings this issue to light while encouraging the church to endure in our waiting on Christ’s return.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 5, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 10:1-22. This chapter concludes the author’s argument for the supremacy of Jesus. He makes a case for the insufficiency of the priestly sacrifices and explains how they were meant to remind the people of their sin. The priestly sacrifices could not cover sin, but reminded Israel of their shortcomings and pointed to a better covering in the sacrifice of Jesus. After this final appeal, the author breaks forth into a call to draw near to God and boldly pursue Christ as supreme over all.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 26, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 9. This chapter continues the author’s argument that the tabernacle and temple furniture served as a shadow of the heavenly temple. The author details the regulations for worship under the old covenant and how they pointed to Jesus and His priestly work in heaven. The chapter makes much of Jesus and the power of His blood to forgive sin and clean the human conscience.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 19, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 8. This chapter begins the author’s argument that the Tabernacle and Temple furniture served as a shadow of the heavenly temple and a shadow of a better covenant. The author appeals to Jeremiah 31 for his argument and cites the three ways the new covenant is superior to the old covenant.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 12, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 7. This chapter expands on the author’s argument that Jesus is a high priest from a greater order than the Levites. The superiority of Christ means the church no longer needs to return to the old priesthood and covenant to achieve covering for their sin. Christ is enough. Believers in Jesus can rest in the work of Christ and the blessing that comes from giving our lives to Him.
Pastor Lyell Walker | February 5th, 2023
In this message, Pastor Lyell Walker teaches on Hebrews Chapter 6. This message discusses the importance of moving from immaturity to maturity and the implication of staying still spiritually. The writer of Hebrews is warning his listeners that if the anchor of you soul isn’t Jesus and Jesus alone, we run the risk of falling away and returning to our pre-enlightened self.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 29, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 5. This chapter begins a new appeal to view Jesus as a superior high priest to Aaron and the Levites. The author argues that Jesus is a high priest from the order of Melchizedek and reveals that he could elaborate on this truth, but he is hindered by their lack of hearing. The church has been slow to learn, practice, and share their faith. This has left them functioning as spiritual babies and they need to grow up. This message was powerful and convicting for the early church as well as us today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 22, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 4. This chapter continues the author’s appeal from Psalm 95 to respond to God with worship rather than hardness of heart. This invitation is available each day that is called today. How we respond to this invitation determines where we spend eternity. Those who trust Jesus will enter rest, but those who harden their heart will enter judgment. This creates a tension that must be resolved, and the author relieves the tension with an invitation to pursue Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 15, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 3. This chapter expands the supremacy of Jesus, with an appeal from Numbers, that Christ is greater than Moses. The author of Hebrews describes the unbelief in Israel, under Moses, and how it resulted in Israel forfeiting their rest in Canaan. This becomes the basis for the author’s appeal to believers to avoid hardness of heart today, because it can also lead to a forfeiting of entering rest. This chapter is a powerful exhortation to grow in faith.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 8, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 2. This chapter continues the argument from chapter one — Jesus is superior to angels. Building on that argument, the author describes the human nature of Jesus and what Christ accomplished in the flesh. Specific attention is given to Jesus’ victory over the fear of death and the implications that holds in daily life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 1, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 1. The letter to the Hebrews is a powerful study in the supremacy of Jesus. The author uses Old Testament scripture to argue for the lordship of Jesus over all things in our life. Chapter 1 is an example of the sovereignty of Jesus over angels, but his argument extends far beyond God’s messengers.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 18, 2022
In this special Advent message, Pastor Marshall teaches on the wisdom of Christ. In Proverbs, wisdom and foolishness were personified by women. Paul teaches in 1 Corinthians 1:24 that Jesus was the wisdom of God. If Jesus was the ultimate fulfillment of wisdom personified, what can we glean from the wisdom of Proverbs and the parables of Jesus?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 11, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 22. This chapter concludes John’s vision of eternity and gives an invitation for all mankind — come and drink. This chapter is filled with symbols and Old Testament references that speak of the supremacy of Christ and His open invitation for salvation. Christmas is also filled with symbols that preach the supremacy of Christ, and this season is when we reflect on the first arrival of Jesus while we prepare for His second arrival.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 4, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 21. This chapter contains a vivid picture of eternity. The church is described as a new city where God dwells with His people. The city is fortified and secure, with symbols from the entire Bible. This picture is designed to cultivate a heart of worship and expectation that God will bring a new heaven and new earth for His people to dwell for eternity.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 20, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 20. This chapter contains a vision of a millennial reign of Christ and a binding of Satan’s influence over the nations. There is disagreement over when this period of time transpires, but this chapter paints a glorious picture of Christ’s supremacy over the earth.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 13, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 19. This chapter is a vision of worship and the second coming of Jesus. It contains vivid imagery that reveals Christ as a divine warrior who will save His people and punish wickedness. This chapter shows how history will come to an end, and Jesus will be exalted among the nations.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 6, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 18. This chapter is a funeral parody for the fall of Babylon. It shows how the kings, merchants, and sailors of the earth mourn her fall but never repent of their sin. The chapter includes a powerful invitation for God’s people to come out from Babylon, lest they suffer her same fate.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 30, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 17. This chapter describes the downfall of the great prostitute of Babylon. She is a picture of every vile offering this world has to offering. She makes the nations drink the wine of her immorality, but she will suffer judgement at the return of Jesus. Her days are numbered, and she will be punished for the immorality she spreads across the globe.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 23, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 15-16. These chapters reveal the final judgments on earth in the form of 7 bowls of wrath. These bowls are poured out against the kingdom of the beast and all those who follow the dragon. The intense imagery reminds us that God has a date set for the end of history, and there is nothing we can do to avoid it. We must surrender to the lamb or suffering the consequences of rebellion.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 16, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 14. This chapter shifts focus from the followers of the dragon to the followers of the lamb. The vision also includes three angelic declarations, and a picture of the end time harvest during the return of Jesus. The end of this chapter is very graphic. It is meant to create a sense of urgency for the mission of discipleship, and bring comfort to those who are suffering.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 9, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 13. This chapter reveals the dragon’s plan to imitate the Trinity with a beast from the waters and a beast from the land. The first beast is an imposter of Jesus who calls the nations to worship the dragon. The second beast is an imposter Holy Spirit who validates and spreads the worship of the beast. These two beasts will rise up before the return of Jesus, but they already cast a shadow that extends back to the 1st century. This vision is meant to prepare every church, in every season, to keep the faith and live without fear.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 2, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 12. This chapter reveals a vision that gives context for the entire world rebelling against the lamb. Why do the nations rage? Why is mankind so set on denying the lordship of Jesus? The answer comes from a war that is raging behind the scenes. A dragon, and his demonic army, is furious about losing positions of power. They have started a war against God and His followers, and much of the destruction we see everyday is credited to him. This vision gives us context and language that describes things we see everyday, but through a brand new lens.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 25, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 10-11. These chapters cover the moment John eats the little scroll and finds it sweet in his mouth, but bitter in his stomach. This scene leads into a vision of God’s people during the final days of tribulation, just before the Lord returns at the final trumpet sound. The imagery reveals God’s persevering people through difficult seasons of suffering, and God’s faithfulness in tribulation.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 18, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 8-9. These chapters cover the first six trumpet declarations over mankind. The nations have rebelled against the lamb’s authority and the consequences impact all creation.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 11, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 7-8. These chapters cover the sealing of the 144,000 and the breaking of the seventh seal. These chapters remind us that God marks His people for possession and protection, fulfills His promises to a thousand generations, and answers prayer in powerful ways. These realities are true for God’s people in the last days and they are true for God’s people today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 4, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 6. This chapter covers the first six seals of the lamb’s scroll. As the lamb breaks each seal, He exercises His authority over the earth. The earth rejects His authority and the result is trials and tribulations. The trials take the form of antichrists, war, famine, death, and martyrs. The vision of these broken seals are meant to grip His people with a sense of urgency and a desire to stay faithful to the lamb.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 28, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 4-5. These chapters cover a throne room scene where John beholds the worship of heaven and the worthy lamb. Representatives of all creation and all God’s people join in worship and bow down to the lamb who was slain. This scene is a blueprint for worship and the model for what all the earth will look like at the second coming of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 21, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 3. This chapter includes the final three letters from Jesus to His church. Out of seven churches, only two are faithfully enduring in obedience to God’s Word. They are suffering persecution while the remaining five struggle with false teachers or drifting toward irrelevance. Jesus calls all His churches to turn from their sin and back to Him, but many are overwhelmed with success or false doctrine and ultimately refuse His knocking at their door.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 14, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 2. This chapter includes four of the seven letters to the churches. Jesus commends the churches for staying faithful, walking in love, and enduring in persecution. However, some of the churches have given in to cultural pressure to compromise. Other churches have forsaken their first love. Jesus calls the churches to repent of their sin and overcome darkness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 7, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Revelation 1. In the late first century, the Apostle John was exiled to Patmos. Rome was persecuting Christians and the church was experiencing massive tribulation. An angel visited John and gave him a revelation of Jesus Christ, and instructed John to share the revelation with the church. Chapter one covers a robust theology of God from the Old Testament and a picture of Jesus as divine warrior. This image of Jesus is meant to comfort and convict the church. We serve a victorious God who instructs us to fear not.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 31, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 3 John. The Apostle John wrote this letter to a faithful church member named Gaius. This man’s love and hospitality became an example for everyone to follow. However, John mentions another man whose example was not worth following. These two examples helped the early church understand the virtue of discernment. Some men are worth following, but others are not. We need discernment to know who is walking with genuine faith, and we need discernment for healthy, Biblical correction.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 24, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 John. The Apostle John wrote this letter at the end of the 1st century and his goal was to remind the church to walk in love. False teachers were trying to deceive the early church and bring division among the members. John’s letter encourages believers to love one another through faithful obedience to Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 17, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 132-134. These are the final chapters in the Psalms of Ascent. They cover the themes of identity, unity, and worship. These themes are tied together with the rich history of the Hebrew people and serve as an invitation to participate in this identity.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 10, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 130-131. These chapters continue the Psalms of Ascent and cover the themes of repentance and rest. The Psalmist gives us a picture of crying out to God in the middle of chaos and waiting for His steadfast love to cover him with forgiveness. The Psalmist also outlines the necessary steps to live a peaceful life before God. These steps include a heart not lifted up, eyes no raised too high, and a mind not occupied with the cares of this world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 3, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 128-129. These chapters continue the Psalms of Ascent and reveal the blessed life of those who walk in God’s ways. When a person fears the Lord, the Psalmist describes their home life, work life, and personal life as abundant and happy. The psalmist also contrasts this life with the results of living a wicked life. Those who walk in God’s ways are blessed, but those who walk a crooked and wicked path are not.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 26, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 126-127. These chapters continue the Psalms of Ascent and capture the writers journey from gratitude to participation in building God’s kingdom. These songs speak to weary travelers and those who spend too much time building vain monuments. They invite the reader to forsake the sorrows of this world and experience the joy of the Lord.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 19, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 124-125. These chapters are part of the Psalms of Ascent and capture God’s faithfulness to His people. If it had not been for the Lord, His people would be swallowed up by darkness. The Lord surrounds His people like the mountains surround Jerusalem, and He creates a stable life on a firm foundation.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 12, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 122-123. These chapters are part of the Psalms of Ascent and capture the atmosphere in Jerusalem when the Psalmist arrives for worship. He sees the city as a place of redemption, peace, justice, and mercy. The city reflects the character of God, and the psalmist wants the values of the city present in his life. He looks to God as the one who can transform him, and prays for God to show mercy in answering the prayer.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 5, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Psalm 120-121. These are the first two songs in collection of travel songs that Hebrews sang on their yearly journeys to Jerusalem. Psalm 120 tells the story of a Hebrew crying out to the Lord for salvation. His culture is filled with lies and deception, and he needs God to deliver him. Psalm 121 tells the story of the same Hebrew traveling the long journey to Jerusalem to worship Yahweh. He reflects on God’s power and faithfulness on the journey and invites others to reflect as well.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 29, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 28. This chapter completes our study in Acts and covers Paul’s final voyage to Rome. After a long winter, Paul leaves the island of Malta and is encouraged by the church in Rome. After three days of rest, Paul gathers the Jews to his home and preaches Jesus all day and night. Some were converted but others walked away unchanged.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 22, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 27. This chapter covers the majority of Paul’s voyage from Caesarea to Rome. This voyage was filled with turmoil and tribulation. The crew was actually shipwrecked after multiple days at sea. However, Paul kept his focus on Jesus and offered hope to a boat filled with people that had no hope. This story reminds us that Christians have a vital role to play in our world, we are like salt and light — offering hope to a world filled with turmoil.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 15, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 25-26. These chapters cover the hearing where Paul shared the gospel with Agrippa II, Bernice, and Festus. Paul uses a very simple outline to establish common ground with his audience, communicate his testimony, and connect the dots of God’s plan which includes an offer of salvation to all mankind. Paul’s strategy gives us a framework for sharing our faith with others and encourages us to be bold in evangelism.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 8, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 24-25. These chapters reveal the many ways God moves in normal, everyday life. Paul was a prisoner in Caesarea for two years, but those days weren’t wasted. He preached the gospel to Felix on a regular basis. This story reminds us to pay attention to God’s invitation to join his work, even though it may not seem very spiritual or overly significant. The daily posture of following Jesus, in the smallest acts of faith, forge a life of obedience and surrender.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 1, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 22-23. These chapters cover Paul’s trial in Jerusalem and the Jewish plot to execute him. Paul is sharing the transforming power of Jesus, but Rome only values Roman culture and the Jews only value their exaltation of religious tradition. For Paul, following Jesus requires valuing God’s revealed truth over institutional wisdom or cultural thought. This reality is also at work in our lives. Will we trust God’s word or human institutions? Will we trust God’s word or religious tradition? Will we trust God’s word or our personal experience and feelings?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 24, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 21-22. This chapter covers Paul’s return to Jerusalem and the condition of the early church. God was working in tremendous ways in the Gentile churches of Turkey and Greece, but the Jerusalem church struggled with gossip. Believers were spreading and believing lies about Paul and his ministry, and the Jerusalem elders asked Paul to associate himself with four men under a vow. This requirement was designed to quiet the gossip in church, but it didn’t work. The best way to handle gossip and lies is to respond with truth, in-person. These chapters remind us how important it is to live in close community with each other, and combat gossip with the truth.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 17, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 21. This chapter covers Paul’s journey to Jerusalem. His path was filled with suffering and persecution, but he was not the first person to travel this path. Paul was following the footsteps of Jesus, to Jerusalem, to experience the transforming power of new life. This path is a familiar path for Christians because we also walk this path of suffering, death, and new life. This Resurrection Day message explores the Christian themes of death and new life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 10, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 20. This chapter covers the final leg of Paul’s third missionary journey. After spending 3 years in Ephesus, Paul visits the churches in Macedonia and Greece. After a few months in Corinth, Paul backtracks to Philippi, Troas, and meets with the Ephesian leadership in Miletus. As we trace Paul’s final journey, we learn a lot about a man that treasured Jesus. We see what he valued most, where he spent his time, how he handled crisis, and what he talked about with his closest friends. These principles challenge us to ask, “Does my life look like I treasure Jesus?”
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 3, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 18-19. These chapters cover the first leg of Paul’s third missionary journey. He begins the journey with a trip to the region of Galatia, and continues into Ephesus where he stays for over 2 years. While in Ephesus, he meets multiple people who struggle with their identity. This region is deeply rooted in magic, witchcraft, and the worship of Artemis. This lifestyle shapes their identity and hinders their new identity in Christ.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 27, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 17-18. These chapters cover the final leg of Paul’s second missionary journey. He travels to Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth, and Ephesus. This message focuses on Paul’s evangelistic strategies in these cities, and how God encouraged Paul to stay faithful through difficult times.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 20, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 16. This chapter covers the first leg of Paul’s second missionary journey. He begins with a visit to Lystra and follows the leading of the Spirit to Macedonia. During this entire trip, Paul models a valuable decision making strategy — what does Jesus want? Paul is not concerned with his own desires or plans, he wants to magnify Jesus above all else and make decisions that align with God’s will. As we make decisions in our daily life, big and small, Paul’s example is helpful to us.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 13, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 14-15. These chapters show the many conflicts that rose up during Paul’s first missionary journey and how he worked to manage them. Conflict rose up with non-believers and members within the church. How Paul worked to manage these conflicts gives us insight into managing conflict today and becoming true ministers of reconciliation.
In this message, Pastor Lyell teaches from Acts chapter 13. In this chapter, we read that Paul begins his first missionary journey. During his travels, he is confronted with several groups who oppose his teaching of the Gospel. What we learn from these encounters is that we, like Paul, must keep our eyes on Jesus when confronted by those who disagree with us or who oppose the Gospel. We must be those who are led by the Spirit and act out of love towards the “Bar Jesus’s” around us.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 27, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 11-12. This chapter shows how individual, gospel transformation impacts local churches. When God changed Peter’s heart toward the gentiles, his testimony changed the heart of the entire circumcision party in Jerusalem. When God moved on Barnabas’ heart in generosity, the church in Antioch followed his lead. These chapters make it clear that healthy, vibrant disciples create healthy, vibrant churches.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 20, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 10. This chapter shows how the gospel message spread to a Roman Centurion named Cornelius, his family, and many other gentiles. The Holy Spirit spoke to Peter and Cornelius in a vision. God confirmed His work through multiple people, and the message was clear — gentiles are welcome in God’s kingdom and receive the same full benefits as Jewish believers.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 13, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 9. This chapter shows how the gospel message impacted the people in the first century. The message resulted in transformed lives, healed bodies, and resurrection power. The message also challenged people to overcome prejudice, forgive their neighbors, and reconcile relationships. The gospel results are seen in our lives as well, and this chapter reminds us to quit working against God’s kingdom and submit to it.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 6, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 8. This chapter tells the story of Philip and the first missionary journey to Samaria. Philip was a young man, filled with the Holy Spirit, and God used him in miraculous ways. In the midst of early church persecution, Philip preached Jesus and people groups all over the world were impacted. His life is a reminder that titles, power, and prestige are not required for God to work in our lives.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 30, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 6-7. These chapters tell the story of Stephen the martyr and his bold preaching before the Jewish High Council. Stephen was filled with the Holy Spirit and preached with such wisdom that he frustrated many leaders in Jerusalem synagogs. He was accused of blasphemy but preached a powerful sermon that further angered the religious leaders. The trial ended in his murder, but the gospel continued to spread.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 23, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall Ochs teaches from Acts 4-5. These chapters contrast the unity and generosity in the early church with the selfishness of Ananias and Sapphira. They also capture the persecution and defiance of the early church in their mission to obey God rather than men. The Holy Spirit was working in the early church in unprecedented ways, and it created a general fear and awe of God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 16, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 3-4. These chapters tell the story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the gate called Beautiful. The healing sparks a revival where 5,000 men get saved and the disciples are arrested. They stand trial before the Sadducees, and boldly proclaim the gospel to the religious elite. This begins a period of heavy persecution in the early church, but the Holy Spirit fills the believers and they continue to preach with boldness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 9, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 2. This chapter captures the exciting moments of Pentecost and the salvation of 3,000 people. This week, we look at the history of Pentecost and how it relates to the Feast of Weeks, and why God used the gift of tongues to express His sovereignty at Pentecost. We also learn how the Spirit fills God’s people with resulting boldness for ministry, preaching, and building His kingdom.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 2, 2022
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Acts 1. This chapter recaps the events following Jesus’ resurrection and the moments before Pentecost. Jesus spent 40 days with the disciples and commanded them to wait for the Holy Spirit to accomplish the work of God. The disciples could only accomplish God’s work with the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 19, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 65-66. These chapters capture the final moments before Jesus’ second coming, the new heaven, and the new earth. The prophet paints a wonderful picture of joy and fruitfulness for God’s faithful servants. But, he also speaks of wrath and judgement toward the unfaithful of this world. These chapters remind us that Jesus will return for a second advent, but this time He will arrive as a conquering, warrior king.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 12, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 60-64. These chapters cover the first advent of Jesus, His ministry, and the waiting period before His second advent. In Isaiah’s vision, the people of God are busy building a highway for His return, keeping watch over His people, and filling their lives with praise and prayer. This vision informs how we should celebrate Advent and prepare for His second coming.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 5, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 56-59. These chapters are a message to Israel after returning from exile in Babylon. The promised Servant would arrive, but a period of waiting 500 years would take place first. This period was designed to expose the hearts of the people, and encourage them to repent and prepare for the arrival of the Servant, Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 21, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 52-55. These chapters continue revealing the suffering Servant and His work of redemption for all mankind. The Servant’s work cultivates worship in God’s people and the offer of forgiveness is available to any who call on his name, and His name is Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 14, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 49-51. These chapters speak of a Servant that will redeem the exiled house of Israel and call the nations to repentance. This Servant will suffer for His people and blot out their transgressions. This Servant is Jesus and Isaiah prepared Israel for His arrival.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 7, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 45-48. These chapters display the supremacy of God over all creation and how that supremacy impacts Babylon and His people. The prophet declared that Cyrus the Persian would release the Hebrews from Babylonian exile and fund the rebuilding of their homeland. This news was unexpected and challenged the Hebrews to trust God even when His plan was different from their plan.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 31, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 42-44. These chapters explore the way God leads His people through tribulation to expose their spiritual blindness. The prophet also gives good news about the end of exile in Babylon and encourages His readers to see the gospel presentation. These chapters finish with an examination of idolatry and the foolishness of serving false gods.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 24, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 40-42. These chapters reveal God’s plan of setting the Hebrew captives free, but also His ultimate plan of setting the captive world free. Isaiah boldly declares that God’s plan is supreme and it includes comfort and provision for His people in the midst of tribulation.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 17, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 36-39. These chapter mark the end of the Assyrian saga and the beginning of the Babylonian exile. Isaiah never saw the exile in person, but he spent his final years preparing the people for suffering and witnessing God’s faithfulness. The message during the Assyrian invasion and the exile was trust God; the same message for the modern church.
Preston Scott | October 10, 2021
In this message, Preston teaches from Isaiah 33-35. These chapters paint a picture of a Messiah who will judge the nations with vengeance. Leadership across the nations is corrupt at every level, and God has a plan to clean house and establish new leadership. This new leader will be a righteous king who causes gardens to grow in the desert and wipes away the tears of His followers. This king is Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 3, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 30-32. Assyria is coming to destroy Judah, and the religious leaders encourage King Hezekiah to ask Egypt for help. These chapters include God’s response to this foolish plan, and how the Lord will purify His people from their unfaithfulness. The prophet also addresses the influence of wicked leaders on God’s people and promises a Messiah that will lead the people with righteousness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 26, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 28-29. In these chapters, the prophet shifts focus from the coming judgement on earth to the condition of God’s people. These chapters were most likely written after the fall of Samaria in 722 BC, and Isaiah used their pride and drunkenness as an illustration for Jerusalem. God’s people are looking for security in forming an alliance with Egypt rather than trusting in God, and the land was void of strong spiritual leadership. These issues produced a laziness in God’s people, and Isaiah was making it clear — the Lord has had enough
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 19, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 24-27. These chapters cover God’s judgment during the great tribulation, the return of Jesus, and His reign during the new heaven and new earth. Isaiah paints a picture of great suffering, but also great rejoicing. As followers of Jesus, we should prepare our hearts, our families, and non-believers for these coming events.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 12, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 21-23. These chapters cover the final oracles against the nations. Israel, Syria, and Assyria was threatening Judah with war. God’s people had to make a choice: trust God or form an alliance with a stronger nation. This temptation to trust the world’s strength instead of God has always been the central issue for God’s people. Isaiah’s message was as important 2700 years ago as it is today; trust God!
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 5, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 15-20. These chapters capture the oracles against Assyria, Philisita, Moab, Damascus, Cush, and Egypt. The nation of Judah was threatened by multiple enemies, and the prophet used these oracles to remind God’s people — trust God! The message is clear, don’t trust man’s ways to accomplish God’s plans.
In this message, Pastor Lyell Walker teaches from 1 Peter chapter 1. Peter shows us in this theologically rich chapter what we have in our savior Jesus. That we are called by God to live a life of holiness and to have a hope that goes beyond what we can touch and feel. That a living hope is grounded in the truth of the Gospel and God alone.
In this message, Pastor Lyell Walker discusses the connection between death and resurrection in the Christian life. Jesus tells us in Luke 9:23 that we must pick up our cross daily and follow him. If this is a command from Jesus, we should then ask ourselves three questions:
What are you keeping alive that needs to be killed?
What’s the thing you refuse forfeit?
Have you counted the cost and have you found yourself following a false gospel?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 15, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 13-14. These chapters capture the oracles against Babylon and the song of taunt against the king. These chapters remind us that God will not tolerate pride and arrogance among the nations and will execute judgement on wickedness. The language of these chapters tell the story of a God who goes to war against sin, and how He expects His people to follow Him.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 8, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches through Isaiah 9-12. These chapters cover the promised king, Jesus, and God’s punishment for the sins of Judah and Assyria. These chapters teach us that God is supreme over all nations at all times, and He works His purposes for our good and His glory.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 1, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 7-8. These chapters cover the Syro-Ephraimite war and a very important decision for King Ahaz. Isaiah told Ahaz to rest and do nothing about the rival nations of Syria, Israel, and Assyria — God would save His people. Did Ahaz trust in the Lord or make foreign alliances with worldly kings to experience a temporary victory, but a long-term defeat? The king’s decision teaches us about trusting God and how disobedience impacts multiple generations.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 25, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 5-6. These chapters include a parable about the vineyard of Judah and the call of Isaiah. Judah was producing rotten grapes in God’s vineyard because they were consumed with sin and lived with a lack of knowledge. God called Isaiah to preach to the people, but warned him that the message would harden their hearts and lead to exile. The word was designed to burn away the sin and purify their life. These chapters echo the gospel message and shed light on how Christians should follow Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 18, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Isaiah 2-4. These chapters contrast what the earth will look like in the latter days with what the people of God looked like at the time of Isaiah. Judah was filled with excess and exalted humanity above God in their daily lives. God has a long track record of humbling human exaltation, and this message is just as applicable today than when it was written.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 11, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall outlines the history surrounding Israel and Judah during the time of Isaiah, and teaches through Isaiah chapter 1. This chapter includes an indictment against the nation for idol worship, lacking knowledge, and forsaking justice. This prophecy is just as applicable today as it was 2700 years ago.
Pastor Lyell Walker | July 4, 2021
In this message, Lyell Walker teaches on the history of Israel from the time of Abraham to that of the prophets. Why did the prophets come and what can the church today learn from Israel's struggle to listen to the voice of the Lord and obey his commandments?
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 27, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 28. This chapter covers the resurrection of Jesus and the Great Commission. This story is filled with powerful parallels to our daily life and calls to spread the Gospel. This message is also the final in our study of Matthew, and we pray it has equipped you for the work of ministry.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 20, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 27. This chapter covers the trial, abuse, and crucifixion of Jesus. These events are filled with many characters who make terrible decisions and have sinful motivations. We will study their motivations, learn from their mistakes, and praise God for working through it all.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 13, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 26. This week, we continue studying how God contrasts opposing perspectives to reveal His kingdom. This chapter covers the final hours before Jesus is arrested and it teaches important principles about faithfulness, prayer, and grace.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 6, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 26. This chapter contrasts Israel’s religious leaders, the disciples, and Mary. It also contrasts the Passover meal and communion. God uses contrasts to help us see how blind we are to sin and the beauty of His kingdom. This principle is found throughout scripture and helps us correctly see the various seasons in our life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 30, 2021
In the message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 25. This chapter covers three parables Jesus taught about the spiritual climate of the end times. He taught that some people would surrender to Jesus, and some will only appear to surrender. There will be churches filled with people who look religious from the outside, but they have no true surrender to His lordship. However, there is coming a time of judgment when God will separate the sheep from the goats. This judgment will be very painful for those who treasured things of this world more than Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 23, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 24. This chapter covers a conversation between Jesus and His disciples about the events surrounding the end of the world. Pastor Marshall covers the different interpretations of this chapter and how it should drive us to worship because Jesus is returning for His church.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 16, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 23. This chapter covers the judgment of Jesus over the Pharisees. These leaders were guilty of shutting the door of God’s kingdom and leading Israel into sin. Their lifestyle did not mirror their teaching, and Jesus called them hypocrites.
Pastor Lyell Walker | May 9, 2021
In this message, Pastor Lyell Walker teaches from Matthew 22. What we learn in this chapter is that there is an expectation that members of God’s kingdom must wear certain garments, that we should offer our lives up as sacrifices, and that we shouldn’t be like the Sadducees by denying the power of God. Jesus ends his discussion with the religious leaders by asking them a question that still applies to us today, ”What do you think about the Christ?”
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 2, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 21. This chapter includes the triumphal entry and Jesus’ judgment on the wicked leadership in Israel. We learn Jesus was the cornerstone that the builders rejected, and we either fall on that stone to be broken, or that stone will crush us; either way, everyone will encounter the rock of ages.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 25, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 20. This is the final chapter before Jesus enters Jerusalem, and He spends time re-educating His disciples on the subject of status. The disciples are very concerned about position and who should receive a seat of honor, but Jesus redirects their enthusiasm to serving. In God’s kingdom, the last are first, and the first are last.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 18, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 19. This chapter covers challenging topics like marriage, sexuality, family, and money. Jesus re-educates His disciples as they travel toward Jerusalem to view these topics from a Biblical perspective. Culture is often the source for how we view these topics, but God desires something different for His people. We must surrender our thoughts for God's thoughts and think as He does on these topics.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 11, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 18. This chapter describes a framework for how Christians should view children and how they should love each other. The Bible is filled with family language and this chapter of Matthew reminds us of the rich community we share as a family. We should strive to put issues of contention to bed, live in unity together, and value all human life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 4, 2021
Today is Resurrection Day; praise Jesus! In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 17 about the struggle of suffering and faith. The early church disciples heard Jesus teach about His resurrection many times, but none of them were the first to the empty tomb on Easter Sunday. Even after Mary told them about the resurrection, many still did not believe. They were afraid of suffering and had little faith that Jesus was faithful. Suffering and doubt are two struggles that modern disciples wrestle with, and this message addresses those issues.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 28, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 16. Jesus warns His disciples against the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees, and teaches them about His suffering, death, and resurrection. This chapter gives a detailed understanding of Christ’s mission and the Gospel message. We must be familiar with the message, live it daily, and communicate it effectively.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 21, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 15. In this chapter, Jesus teaches on the dangers of elevating traditions over commands and the joy of allowing God to be our portion. When we treasure Jesus above all things and walk in compassion toward others, we are in a position to be used by God in monumental ways. God takes great joy in multiplying the little we have to build His kingdom.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 14, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mathew 14. The author gives us background on John the Baptist and tells the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000. These stories remind us of the centrality of Christ in all things and teach us valuable lessons about the process of discipleship.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 7, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 13. Jesus teaches in parables as a way of exposing the hearts of the crowd. These parables also act like a mirror by showing us how we reflect the Kingdom of God and if we truly treasure Jesus above all else.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 28, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 12. The Pharisees accuse Jesus of disrespecting the Sabbath and casting out demons with the power of Satan. Their active rejection of Jesus leads to severe consequences, and it causes us to reflect on how they could know the scriptures but not understand them. This chapter stands as a warning to us — religious rituals, habits, and preferences can make us grow cold to Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 21, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 11. In this chapter, Jesus responds to a question from John the Baptist and warns Israel about refusing to repent. These verses remind us of the importance of hearing and obeying. It is very dangerous to surround yourself with the kingdom of God, but never submit to it.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 14, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 10. Jesus sent out the apostles to proclaim the Kingdom of God and cast out darkness. This chapter shows us what was expected of the early disciples, and what normal ministry should look like today. He reminds us of the persecution we will face and the promises of comfort in the persecution. The writer ends the chapter with very serious words about discipleship and what it means to follow Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 7, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 9. This chapter covers the healing of a paralytic man, the calling of Matthew, and the party that follows. Every story in this chapter points us to Jesus, calling His people to rise up and respond to Him in faith. Faith is not a passive posture, it produces action.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 31, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 8. This chapter demonstrates the authority of Jesus over sickness and the kingdom of darkness. Jesus heals a leper, a centurion’s servant, and Peter’s mother-in-law. He also calms a raging storm and casts demons out of two men. The chapter is a powerful reminder that Jesus came to rule over all creation, judge evil, and save His people.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 24, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 7. This chapter is the final section of the Sermon on the Mount, and it addresses how our relationships are impacted by following Jesus. This chapter is very challenging and gives great insight to how we relate to God, other Christians, and non-believers.
Pastor Lyell Walker | January 17, 2021
In this message, Pastor Lyell Walker teaches from Matthew chapter 6. In this chapter, Jesus covers how we should share our righteousness before me, how we are to pray, fast, and where we store our treasures. Jesus’ request is that we first seek his kingdom and his righteousness and that we should love how he loves, pray like he prays, and forgive like he forgives.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 10, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mathew 5. This chapter is part of the greatest sermon ever preached, the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches His followers the proper posture for disciples and what living in God’s kingdom should look like.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 3, 2021
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 3-4. These chapters cover the ministry of John the Baptist, the baptism of Jesus, and the beginning of Jesus’ ministry. Matthew demonstrates how Jesus fulfills multiple Hebrew prophecies and emphasizes the need for repentance as the first step toward God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 20, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 2:12-23. These verses demonstrate how God spoke to His people in dreams and visions, and how He fulfilled prophecy through Christ. These stories remind us that God is near and still speaks to His people, and encourage us to prepare for His return without fear.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 13, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 1:18-2:12. These verses tell the story of Jesus’ birth and describe the wise men who visited. In this story, we see two kings, but the wise men brought gifts for only one. Matthew contrasts King Herod and King Jesus in a way that reminds us there can only be one true king; all others are imposters and must step down.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 6, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 1:1-17. In these verses, Matthew records the genealogy of Jesus. The names connect Jesus to the royal bloodline of Israel and demonstrate God’s faithfulness to His people. However, the names also remind us that God’s family tree is still growing and His desire is to work His purposes through us. This is the first message of our 2020 Advent series and it is an invitation to rejoice in the first arrival of Jesus, but also prepare for the second.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 22, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 12-13. Paul completes his letter to the church with a command to regularly test and examine your faith. Self-testing guards your life against wandering from the faith and living in a false sense of maturity. This message completes our study in 2 Corinthians, and we pray it builds you faith and challenges you to grow.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 15, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 11. In this chapter, Paul continues his response to the critics in Corinth. He answers some of the accusations leveled against him, but he also exposes how foolish they sound. His critics love to brag about their credentials, so Paul brags too. However, Paul brags on his weakness and it reinforces the value of humility over pride.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 8, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 10. In this chapter, Paul responds to the critics in Corinth that have been questioning his authority. His response teaches us how to walk in humility but speak with boldness, tear down false ideologies, and measure our success against the standard of Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 1, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 8-9. These chapters expose the laziness of the Corinthian church in the area of giving. Paul was collecting money for the persecuted church in Jerusalem and Corinth was dragging their feet in supporting the effort. Paul reminds them of Jesus’ attitude toward giving and encourages them to live more open-handed lives. Giving supports the needs of God’s family, but it also enlarges our heart and maturity.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 25, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 6-7. These chapters contrast the joys and afflictions of Christian discipleship. Paul also reminds the church to live in unity, and avoid entanglements with the world that would compromise their obedience. These chapters encourage us to follow Paul’s example of living an open life with fellow believers and experiencing the joy of that life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 18, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 4-5. These chapters continue Paul’s perspective on the Christian life, ministry, and our hope in Jesus. He uses metaphors to communicate deep truths about the treasure of Jesus in clay vessels, and our glorified bodies fit for eternity. He concludes chapter 5 with a reminder that every person will be judged for the things they did, good or bad. This reality is designed to keep our eyes on Jesus and get busy on building His kingdom.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 11, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 2-3. These chapters show us how church discipline can yield good, repentant fruit and how Paul views the role of a Christian in society. Paul introduces his views on Christian ministry in chapter 3 and continues through chapter 6. Today, we learn how God uses His people as a sweet aroma of salvation in the world, and how Christians should stare at Jesus to be changed from glory to glory.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 4, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 1. Paul wrote this chapter to remind the church of how God comforts His people through suffering. He also defends his character, and explains why Christians should reflect the dependable character we see in God. If you are experiencing affliction or suffering, we pray this message brings you comfort.
Pastor Lyell Walker | September 27, 2020
In this message, Pastor Lyell teaches from Genesis chapters 48-50. These chapters wrap up our study on the book of Genesis. They also show us how Jacob adopts Joseph’s two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, and blesses his 12 sons. At the very end of chapter 50, Joseph tells his brothers that what they meant for evil, God intended for good. Indeed, the entire message of Genesis is that while humans struggle to follow God, he is working all things out for our good.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 20, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 45-47. These chapters complete the story of Jacob’s move to Egypt and Joseph’s reconciliation with his family. The also cover the final five years of the world-wide famine and it’s impact on the people of Egypt. These chapters remind us how important it is to forsake this world and all it has to offer. There is only one great treasure in life, and His name is Jesus.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 13, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 42-45. These chapters follow the story of Joseph reuniting with his brothers, the tests he gave them, and the final reconciliation they all experienced. This story reminds us that from beginning to end, God is in control of His universe AND He is involved in the smallest details of our daily life.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 6, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 39-41. These chapters follow the captivity of Joseph, his life in prison, and his rise to authority in Egypt. Through every season, God was with Joseph. This story reminds us that God is also with us. His presence leads us and guides us, but also convicts us and comforts us. We are not alone. God is here, now.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 30, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 36-38. These chapters follow Esau's family lineage, reveal the animosity between Joseph and his brothers, and shows how God preserved the family lineage of Judah. In all these events, God's hand is clear — He works in and through His people to accomplish His purposes.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 23, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches through Genesis 33-35. These chapters tell the story of Jacob’s disobedience in moving his family to Shechem rather than Bethel. This decision had a terrifying impact on his children, and it reminds us that disobedience is very expensive.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 16, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches through Genesis 29-32. These chapters follow the life of Jacob, his wives, and the birth of their sons. These sons would eventually become the tribes of Israel. As we study Jacob, we see how a man who was deceptive and manipulative is changed by the power of God. This story builds our faith because Jesus desires to give us a new identity and change our hearts as well.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 9, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 27-29. These chapters tell us about the deception of Jacob, and how God worked His plans through a broken family. Jacob eventually reaped what he sowed, but his story is full of powerful spiritual principles.
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Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 2, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 24-26. These chapters tell us about the life of Isaac, Rebekah, and their twin boys. This family reminds us that children learn about faith and managing failure by watching their parents. Nobody is perfect, but we can model repentance for our children as well as walking by faith.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 26, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 21-23. In these chapters, Abraham and Sarah received the promised child, Isaac. After Isaac was born, Hagar and Ismael were cast out of their home, God asked Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, and Abraham’s obedience had painful consequences. These verses teach us about counting the cost of following Jesus and walking in obedience.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 19, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 18-20. In these chapters, the Lord speaks to Abraham about becoming a father, and two angels spare Lot from the destruction of Sodom. These verses teach us about hospitality, faith, prayer, and the dangers of self-righteousness. We pray this message challenges you to grow in Christ.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 12, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 15-17. In these chapters, God cuts a covenant with Abram, changes his name, and stays faithful even when Abraham is impatient. This scripture reminds us to treasure the promises of God over the offers of the world, and we inherit the promises of God through trials and suffering.
Pastor Lyell Walker | July 5, 2020
In this message, Pastor Lyell teaches from Genesis 13-14. These chapters remind us that when we trust in the Lord with our decisions or finances we will find peace. And that peace, the one that passes all understanding, will bring assurance that God is working out all things, for those who love him. That he will make our paths straight and he will not forsake those who seek him.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 28, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 10-12. These chapters recount the Tower of Babel and the call of Abram. God called Abram out of his homeland, culture, and family to journey into a new land. God promised to bless Abram and make a nation from his descendants. Abram obeyed God by leaving his homeland, but brought his nephew Lot. This decision would become a source of pain and tension while obey God in the future.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 21, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 7-9. These chapters describe a world-wide flood and how God saved Noah’s family. This story contains many familiar themes like baptism, faith, and God’s faithfulness. Our prayer is that this message builds your faith and challenges you to walk in obedience to God.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 14, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 4-6. These chapters describe the impact of sin on God’s creation. In less than five chapters, Cain murdered his brother, the covenant of marriage was defiled, and violence became the heart cry of mankind. God chose to punish the wicked with a worldwide flood, but He spared Noah.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | June 7, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Genesis 1-3. These chapters give us an understanding of how God created the world and gave mankind guidelines for stewarding it. The world was perfect and God was at rest. However, mankind disobeyed God and released a curse into the world. This curse is called sin, and it still impacts us today.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 31, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Matthew 6 and 1 John 1. These scriptures demonstrate how a Christian should live a life of continuous repentance as they grow in their faith. Jesus told his followers that walking in daily forgiveness is as essential as eating daily bread. John reminded the church that everyone is addicted to sin and must come to God with a repentant heart. The only question is, what do we repent of? The answer is found in studying Psalm 32, Joshua 7, and Romans 9.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 24, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 7:5-10. In these verses, Paul helps us understand the difference between Godly grief and worldly grief. These emotions are often confused with an inward offense, and the advice many people give is to “forgive yourself.” Paul shows us that personal forgiveness isn’t the issue; dealing with sorrow is the issue. He shows us how Godly sorrow leads to salvation and freedom from regret, while worldly grief leads to death.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 17, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Peter and Matthew. The Bible teaches that Christians should walk in forgiveness, but have you ever wondered why? What is our motivation for seeking forgiveness, and what does it look like when you are the offender? This week, we examine what motivated Jesus to die for humanity and what He taught about asking for forgiveness.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 10, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Corinthians 5. Walking in forgiveness is a New Testament command for all Christians, but the work does not end with forgiveness. Paul tells us that because we have been reconciled to God, we are now ministers of reconciliation to all mankind. This means we should let go of bitterness, offense, and grudges to join God’s work of reconciliation. It may not be possible in every situation, but it should be the goal we work toward.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 3, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Luke 23 on how Jesus forgave. Walking in forgiveness is a New Testament command for all believers, and Jesus modeled this forgiveness while He was crucified. This study examines how Jesus forgave, what Gospel forgiveness looks like, and how we are meant to extend forgiveness to others.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 26, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches on the life of John Mark. This story is full of forgiveness and redemption. It gives us a blueprint for how we should walk in forgiveness, how the early church modeled what they believed, and we should follow their example.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 19, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from John and Acts on the life of John Mark. His story is filled with forgiveness and redemption. It reminds us that the Gospel message is built on the foundation of forgiveness and we must live a life of redemption. It is hypocritical to accept the forgiveness that Jesus offers, but not extend forgiveness to others.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 12, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall finishes our study in Mark by teaching from Mark 16. This chapter covers the resurrection of Jesus and the Great Commission. On the first Easter, a few women went to the tomb to anoint the body of Jesus. Instead of finding Jesus, they found an angel who encouraged them with the words, “He rose from the dead, just as He said.” This was the first encouragement to the early church, and it should still be an encouragement to us. No matter what happens in this world, we can be filled with joy because Jesus will do what He said.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 5, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 15. This chapter covers Jesus’ trial before Pilate and the crucifixion. These were the most difficult hours for Jesus, but through this pain God provided a way for all mankind to be reconciled back to God. In these final hours of Jesus’ life, we are reminded that God’s perspective is more valuable than the world’s perspective. Everyone looking up at the cross on Good Friday was convinced evil was victorious. However, from Jesus’ perspective looking down from the cross the perspective was victory. In these difficult times, pray for God to give you His perspective so your hope is in Him and not this world.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 29, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 14. This chapter covers the last supper, the prayer in Gethsemane, the betrayal, and Jesus’ trial. The final hours of Jesus’ life remind us that none of these events happened by accident or coincidence. Everything was designed by God for His glory and our good. This message is meant to bring us comfort when we face tribulation and sorrow. Jesus is familiar with sorrow, disappointment, loneliness, and betrayal. When we pray to Him, we can be confident that our prayers are heard and understood. Take your pain, worry, and sadness to Jesus; He understands and He can heal your wounds.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 22, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 13-14. Jesus taught the disciples what the world should expect as it approaches the second coming of Christ. There will be rumors of war, famine, and tribulation like never seen. Leading up to this great tribulation, Jesus promised signs that He was near. These signs are meant to excite the church and encourage us to get increasingly serious about building God’s kingdom. During this time of uncertainty and panic, followers of Jesus should increase servanthood, worship, study, and prayer. We should not be overcome will fear, but overwhelm our world with God’s love.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 15, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 12. Jesus taught a parable about a vineyard and tenants that acted more like owners than stewards. This contrast of ownership vs. stewardship continues through the rest of the chapter. Israel forgot their responsibility to steward God’s resources and became selfish in their ownership of worldly possessions. Jesus exposed this sin by connecting it to their lack of Bible knowledge. This message applies to us because we are also stewards of God’s resources and ambassadors for His kingdom. Each person will give an account before God on how faithfully we managed His resources and obeyed His words. Our prayer is that you will not be embarrassed on that day.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 8, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 11. Jesus entered Jerusalem to celebrate His final Passover and cursed a fig tree for being unfruitful. The fig tree was a symbol of Israel and their rejection of Jesus as king. The tree was covered in leaves but had no signs of bearing fruit. In the same way, Israel was covered in the leaves of religion but lacked the spiritual fruit that comes from maturity in God. This chapter exposes our individual spiritual hypocrisies and convicts us to repent.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 1, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 10. In this chapter, Jesus teaches on divorce, children, wealth, and power. The kingdom of this world has a way of thinking about these things, but God’s perspective is different. Followers of Jesus are instructed to view marriage as a covenant, children as a blessing, wealth as God’s provision, and power as leverage to serve others. Seeing these principles from heaven’s perspective requires our eyes to be opened through the power of the Holy Spirit. Our prayer is that the cry of Bartimaeus becomes our prayer, “Heal our blindness so we can see things the way You do!”
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 23, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 9. In this chapter, Jesus transfigures and speaks with Moses and Elijah, helps a father with unbelief, and teaches the disciples about servant leadership. These stories teach us about the dangers of building memorials to spiritual high-points, how to combat doubt in our spiritual walk, and the importance of following Jesus’ model for leadership. Our prayer is that this message challenges you to grow as a disciple and be conformed into Christ’s image.
Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 16, 2020
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Mark 7-8. In these chapters, the Pharisees challenge Jesus to show them a sign and the disciples struggle in their faith. These stories challenge our faith and remind us that spiritual growth is an ongoing process. While we may see growth in some areas of out spiritual walk, it does not mean we are done changing.