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Located in the heart of Des Moines' historic East Village, Walnut Creek Downtown is a thriving Christ-centered community. Our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ who love and worship God drives everything we do.
The shadow of death looms over the second half of John 11, where we see Jesus’ response to Mary and Martha’s grief. Yet death does not have the final word. Pastor Dan Rude explains what Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead means for us today.Message Notes:What to do with your guilt and doubtsWhat grief can look likeWhy was Jesus troubled?Develop the habit of pouring out your heart How to defeat deathWhat happens when you die?The nature of ministry
John 11 begins with a confusing situation: Jesus receives news of a friend, Lazarus, who is dying, but He does not immediately leave to go to him. In this message, Pastor Caleb Thompson looks at three interactions: the family's request, the disciples, and Martha's response. Showing us how this situation is perfectly timed for us to see more clearly the awesome glory of God.
Topics / Questions Discussed:
Pain and Suffering is not Pointless
Is Jesus God?
Why did Jesus wait to go to Lazarus?
Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life
Because Jesus is a good shepherd, He leans into the opportunity to clarify who He is to the Jews. Making sure they have every opportunity to understand who He is.
Topics / Questions Discussed in this Sermon:
Jesus' Claim to be God
Jesus and the Jews' relationship
What is blasphemy?
"You are gods" quote - Psalm 82 reference
A hostile question: if you are God, tell us plainly! After Jesus declares Himself a good shepherd (https://youtu.be/iFBh2e49KKs), the religious leaders approach Him with a question. In this message, we explore why this question is asked with hostility, why the Jews reject Jesus (both the human reason and the divine reason), Jesus’ solution to this problem, and what our response to this solution is!
Some questions/topics discussed in this sermon:
Why don’t the Jews believe?
What does it mean to believe?
Being an eyewitness to Jesus does not give an advantage
Religion is not the way to life - don’t trust religion
Can you sin your way or get tricked out of salvation?
In a world full of competing voices promising comfort but delivering despair, Jesus stands alone as the perfect Good Shepherd. He doesn't run when danger approaches; instead, He willingly sacrifices His life to bring us true reconciliation, deep peace, and lasting contentment. By listening to His voice, we find safety and community where we are truly known. Pastor Luke Hukee helps us understand what it means for us to be sheep and why it is profound that Jesus calls himself the Good Shepherd.
We all want a good life. In John 10, we learn how Jesus is like a gate, but where does Jesus' way lead? To a life of abundance. In this message, Cody Smith unpacks Jesus’ ‘I AM’ statement and what an abundant life truly means.
The aftermath of Jesus healing a man born blind reveals the reality that even though some could physically see, they were blind to who Jesus is. Pastor Luke Hukee explains the different interrogations in John 9, how fear affects us, what true conversion looks like, and the importance of humbly coming to Jesus to allow Him to open the eyes of our souls.
In John 9, we encounter another of Jesus' miracles: healing a man born blind. Dan Rude helps us understand what this miracle says about who Jesus is and what this teaches us about suffering.
Abraham and Sarah were married for over 100 years, and in Genesis 23, we witness Abraham dealing with the death of his wife and how the first land owned in the Promised Land was not a city, but a tomb.
Prayer is an important part of the Christian life as shown in the early church.
The patterns we see then are meant to be carried into today.
- Pray together
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Praying together deepens our fellowship and relationships with one another
Helps you be more consistent -
Pray in all circumstances
Book of Acts examples: In waiting, In decision making, In persecution and suffering, In commissioning, For healings and miracles, When leaving one another, In danger and trials
Their pattern was to turn to God in all circumstances -
Pray at set times
- The pattern of the Jews were to pray three times a day (Acts 3:1; Acts 10:9; Daniel 6:10)
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Develop the rhythm and habit of praying, not necessarily the length
• Morning, noon, evening pattern
• Hourly or regular pauses
• Using meals as anchors
• Driving in the car -
Pray the Scriptures
- Let God's Word guide your prayers
Why pray the scriptures?
• To protect us from becoming bored and not praying
• Because something is going to shape your prayers - let Scripture shape your prayers, not your own feelings or ideas
What does being devoted to fellowship look like? It is so much more than just feeling positively towards the body of Christ. Dan Rude explains how fellowship is organic and how fellowship is also deliberate and why it mattered in the early church and today!
Outline:
What is fellowship?
1. Fellowship is the fruit of walking in the light (organic)
2. Fellowship is actively participating in the life of Christ together (deliberate)
Benefits of fellowship
1. Maturity in Christ-fellowship is the path to maturity
- We need each other to know Christ deeply (Colossians 2:1-3)
- How we treat each other is one of the primary ways we serve Jesus (Ephesians 4:15-16)
2. Reaching the world for Christ
Prioritize Christian fellowship
1. Be a great, encouraging friend
- Be what the church should be;
don't point fingers at others
2. Give generously
3. Go to church
4. Join a Community Group
When a baby is born, one of the first things it desires is milk. Likewise, when the church came to be, the first characteristic mentioned is a devotion to God's Word. Pastor Dan Rude explains why Christians are devoted to the word and what it practically looks like.
Peter preached a powerful but simple sermon that sparked the transformation of 3,000 lives. Pastor Dan Rude walks us through this powerful message and what it means for us in this day and age.
Jesus' warning in John 8 is one of love and not control. Pastor Dan Rude explains what Jesus means when He said, "I am going to a place you cannot follow."
Light produces growth, reveals the way and makes life on this earth possible. With that in mind, it is not surprising that Jesus compares Himself to the light of the world. Pastor Luke explains what is happening as Jesus is having this conversation and why it matters for us today.
The religious leaders were set on trapping Jesus. One of these traps was recorded in John 8, when the Pharisees brought a woman who had committed adultery before Him. Jesus' response points us to the hypocrisy of the Pharisees, affirms the law of God, and reveals Jesus' heart toward the lost.
Often, the strategy of the world is to shame people out of faithfulness to Christ. This is seen in John 7 as the religious leaders of the day turn to insults to try and dissuade people from believing in Jesus. Pastor Dan Rude encourages us to not be ashamed of the Gospel and gives us a practical step on how to do this.
"If anyone is a thirsty let him come to Me and drink." Why does Jesus say this? Pastor Caleb Thompson explains how Jesus offers a living water, something that can actually satisfy at the deepest level in a way that changes your life.
Pastor Caleb Thompson explains how we see spiritual blindness in Jesus' encounter with the people at the temple during the festival of booths. This spiritual blindness is not limited to back then.
Jesus enters the festival in secret and in the face of pressure, preaches to in the temple. Pastor Derek Wadle explains what Jesus is trying to communicate to the Jews and how it reveals to us who Jesus is!
Why do Jesus' brothers want Jesus to go to Jerusalem? Why does Jesus choose not to go publicly? Pastor Luke Hukee unpacks the opening of John 7 and how Jesus was in tune with the voice of His Father more than the pressures of this world.
What does Jesus mean when he talks about eating His flesh and drinking His blood? Pastor Dan Rude explains this passage and how our heart can come to the conclusion, "where else would we go?"
Everyone is going to eat something to be satisfied. In John 6, Jesus is pointing to a hunger that we all have, not a physical hunger but a soul-level hunger. How can we be filled? "I am the bread of life" - proclaims Jesus. Pastor Dan Rude explains what that means, why we need Jesus even to enjoy what we have, and how God the Father calls people to the Son.
"I am the bread of life," Pastor Luke explains what this incredibly significant statement means and how Jesus offers the ultimate satisfaction in this life.
In this message, we're challenged to examine our motives for following Jesus. Are we seeking Him for the right reasons? The story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 and the crowd's subsequent pursuit of Him across the Sea of Galilee serves as a mirror for our own hearts. Just as the crowd sought Jesus for more physical bread, we too can fall into the trap of following Him solely for material blessings or quick fixes to our problems. However, we're called to a higher purpose - to seek the 'bread of life' that Jesus offers. This eternal sustenance isn't about temporary satisfaction, but about a lasting relationship with God. We're reminded that true faith isn't about what we can get from Jesus, but about who He is and what He's done for us. As we reflect on our own journey, let's ask ourselves: Are we chasing after miracles, or are we pursuing the Miracle Worker Himself?
In this powerful exploration of John 6, we delve into the profound reasons why God allows storms in our lives. The central message revolves around Jesus walking on water, a miraculous event that reveals His divine nature and power over creation. This story challenges us to see our trials through a spiritual lens, recognizing that often, it's our obedience to Christ that leads us into difficult situations. The key takeaway is that Jesus sends us into storms not to harm us, but to grow our faith and reveal His glory. We're reminded that God's primary concern isn't our comfort, but the purity of our faith. This message encourages us to worship Jesus in the midst of our storms, trusting that He sees us, is with us, and ultimately uses these challenges to deepen our relationship with Him. As we face life's turbulent waters, we're called to look beyond our immediate circumstances and see Christ walking on the waves, sovereign over all our trials.
Pastor Dan Rude explains the context of what is happening when Jesus arrives at the other side of the Sea of Galilee to find over 5,000 heads of household waiting for Him. His reaction to the crowd and the questions He asks intentionally reveal more of Christ's care and mission.
As promised from last week (https://youtu.be/F-bXd_DFXU8) Pastor Luke Hukee reveals the fourth witness of who Christ is and why it is so important we view it correctly. The Pharisees did not and therefore rejected the promised Messiah.
Jesus did not only say that He was God, He showed it and He had others testifying about Him. Pastor Luke Hukee unpacks what these witnesses were and why they give us further confidence that Jesus is who said He was.
Here we find a clear explanation of how to be saved by Christ and why we need to be saved. In His case for divinity, Jesus points to his ability to bring the dead to life and the reality that there will be an ultimate judgement day.
Jesus claimed to be God. This reality means that you cannot claim Jesus is just a good moral teacher. He is either a liar, a lunatic, or who He says He is. Pastor Dan Rude unpacks Jesus' claim to be God and how it affected the religious leaders of the day.
In John 5, we find Jesus in the colonnades surrounding the pool of Bethesda. Why? Jesus is about to reveal His power over sickness, His power over the sabbath, and His heart for the hopeless. However, the response of the man He heals may surprise you and reveal the danger of relying on legalistic systems for your salvation.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a historical event, but a transformative reality that can change our lives today. This message delves into Luke's account of the empty tomb, revealing how even Jesus' closest followers were initially skeptical of His resurrection. Yet, their encounters with the risen Christ and their understanding of Scripture led to an unshakeable faith that turned the world upside down. We're challenged to consider: Are we looking for life among dead things, or have we embraced the living hope of Christ? The resurrection offers us three profound gifts: forgiveness of sins, fellowship with God, and the promise of eternal life. As we grasp these truths, we can find freedom from guilt, experience a deep relationship with our Creator, and face life's challenges with the assurance that the worst thing is never the last thing for those in Christ.
The death and burial of Jesus, the reason behind it, serve as our ultimate hope! A hope for change, for purpose, for new and everlasting life!
Crucifixion is a horrible, painful death but the writers of the gospels did not dwell on the pain of the cross but rather what was happening on the cross. Pastor Dan Rude explains how Jesus' death was not a surprise, an accident or a hiccup in God's plan but rather at the cross something amazing and unthinkable was happening! Something that would make a living hope available to all.
Jesus experienced six different trials on his way to the cross. Pastor Dan Rude focuses on what unfolds in Jesus's last trial, why Pilate had a problem, and what the choice of the crowd means for you and me today.
Usually, when you see a long list of hard-to-pronounce names, we tend to skim over it. In the list of names at the end of Romans, Paul pulls back to the curtain on what a healthy church looks like.
The Christian faith is a very personal faith but not meant to be a private faith. Pastor Luke Hukee talks about the mindset, the motive, and the means by which Paul shared the gospel in his time and how we can imitate that today.
Because Christ welcomes us, we are called to and able to welcome one another. This allows for unity and diversity amongst believers! Pastor Luke Hukee offers 4 reasons (4 P's) why we are able and called to be united to one another even in our differences.
In the last few messages, we discussed what it means when Paul talks about the weaker and stronger brother. Pastor Dan Rude finishes this 3 part message by unpacking how to live practically in unity while having different convictions on disputable matters.
John the Baptist famously declared, "He must increase, but I must decrease," as his followers began to shift their allegiance to Jesus. This statement reflects John's humble and selfless attitude, recognizing his role in the grander scheme of God's plan. Emphasizing his own diminishing role while affirming Jesus' growing influence, John exemplifies true humility and a deep understanding of his mission and purpose.
Join us as we examine John 3:14-21, uncovering how Jesus explains belief to Nicodemus and revealing our condition apart from God's saving grace. Gain valuable insights into faith and salvation in this enlightening study.
Pastor Dan Rude delves into the concept of being "born again," a transformative encounter that redefines Nicodemus' understanding of faith and teachings about God, emphasizing its profound significance for our spiritual understanding today.
Explore Pastor Dan Rude's profound insights on God's desires for His followers through Jesus's temple cleansing, revealing the essence of pure heart worship. Discover how this transformative act unveils God's true intentions beyond mere actions.
Dive into the profound significance of Jesus' first miracle in the Gospel of John, where he transforms water into wine at a wedding. Pastor Luke explores the deeper meaning and joy this miraculous event offers, revealing insights into Jesus' identity and its relevance to our lives.
Discover examples of evangelism in the New Testament, where individuals introduce others to Jesus. Follow Phillip as he responds to Jesus' call, and witness his interaction with Nathanael, a skeptic, as recounted by John.
Uncover Jesus' entry into a Jewish culture eagerly awaiting the Messiah. Encounter a pivotal moment where a man sends his followers to follow Jesus, an important question is posed, and observe the profound impact of spending time with Jesus.
Explore John 1:31 to uncover how John the Baptist recognized Jesus as the Messiah in the first chapter of John. Discover the pivotal moment when John understood Jesus's identity and willingly yielded for His ministry.
Delve into the profound beginning of John's Gospel where verses 1-18 set the stage for an impactful testimony. Join Pastor Luke as he unveils the identity of John the Baptist and his profound declaration about Jesus Christ. Discover not only who John is not, but more significantly, the powerful message he proclaims about the Messiah.
Unveil the profound significance of Jesus dwelling among humanity as Pastor Dan Rude delves into the essence of Christ's earthly presence and the transformative impact of His incarnation on our understanding of divinity and humanity.
Discover where true hope resides as Paul's message in Romans 8 strengthens confidence in God's presence and purpose for those who have embraced Christ. Explore the depth of this reassurance and find inspiration for placing your hope securely in divine providence.
Join Pastor Dan Rude as he explores the profound insights into the nature of suffering found in Romans 8, offering perspective and hope amidst life's challenges. Explore why suffering exists and its underlying causes through this illuminating discussion.
Uncover how to discern the presence of the Spirit within you and grasp the essence of true Christianity. Dive into Paul's teachings on the unmistakable evidence of the Spirit's influence and the profound impact of being led by the Spirit.
Explore the significance of the Holy Spirit with Pastor Dan Rude as he delves into 4 crucial questions about His identity and impact in our lives. Journey through the essence of His presence and purpose in this enlightening message.
Discover the transformative journey of life in the Spirit with Pastor Luke Hukee as he delves into Romans 8. Discover the liberating truths of no condemnation, freedom from sin's power, and empowerment for a holy life. Unveil the interconnected realities crucial for every Christian seeking deeper spiritual understanding.
Unveil the hidden adversary within every believer – the flesh – as Pastor Dan Rude delves into its significance for Christians. Gain insights into its nature and find hope in Christ's redemption. Uncover the battle within with Pastor Rude's enlightening perspective.
Join Pastor Dan Rude as he concludes our Easter series with a powerful message on John 20: Why did the disciples believe? Why can we believe? Discover the transformative truth of Jesus' resurrection, as He turns sorrow into joy and appears to an unexpected witness.
Explore the profound words of Jesus in Matthew 28:18-20 and discover their timeless relevance for our lives. Uncover His final instructions and their enduring impact on faith and discipleship.
Discover the significance of church membership in our ongoing series 'Practices of the Church.' Join us as we explore the reasons why becoming a church member matters. Tune in for insightful answers!
Explore the profound moment in Luke 22 where Jesus concludes the Passover feast and establishes the sacred communion. Join us in unraveling the deep significance of the Lord's Supper through insightful study.
Discover the profound significance of baptism and its role in the life of the church. Join us in an enlightening exploration of Romans 6:1-7 as we delve into the essence of baptism and its profound impact on faith and community.
Discover a profound test of faith in Genesis 22 as Abraham is challenged by God to sacrifice his own son, Isaac. Uncover powerful lessons about obedience, the essence of faith, and the profound gospel of grace woven into this timeless biblical narrative.
Discover the unmerited benevolence of God through His grace. Explore three profound manifestations of divine grace as we delve into its boundless significance. Join us in understanding the grace of God beyond merit.
Discover the remarkable birth of Isaac and witness the fulfillment of God's promises in Genesis 12-18. Tune in to our captivating narrative and explore the divine journey that led to this miraculous moment.
Join us on a captivating journey of self-discovery as we delve into the profound themes of faith, fear, and God's boundless grace. Through insightful exploration, we encounter the transformative power of Godly Fear, igniting confidence, joy, and comfort, while contrasting it with the paralyzing grip of Worldly Fear, entwined with anxiety and the quest for control. Drawing inspiration from the life of Abraham and his battle with fear, we unveil the significance of unwavering trust in God's promises, the cultivation of a reverent fear of God, and the revelation of God's grace, which tenderly intervenes even in our shortcomings, guiding us toward a deeper comprehension of His love and unending provision.
Join us on a captivating journey through Genesis 19:30-38, as we delve into the profound influence of sin in the lives of Lot and his daughters. Discover the relentless progression of sin in our own lives and explore the transformative hope for triumph over sin that Jesus Christ offers. Tune in now and unlock insights that will inspire your pursuit of victory over the powerful grip of sin.
Join us on a riveting exploration of divine judgment, redemption, and valuable life lessons in the captivating tale of God's retribution upon Sodom and the remarkable salvation of Lot and his family. Delve deep into the narrative and uncover profound insights from each character, as we unravel the timeless wisdom embedded within. Listen now and embark on a transformative journey of understanding and enlightenment.
Discover the profound encounter between Abraham and God, as the divine unveils plans to bring punishment upon the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, owing to their grievous wickedness. Witness Abraham's remarkable appeal to the Almighty, appealing for mercy, invoking the concept of divine justice. A captivating biblical account that delves into the depths of faith and the quest for moral balance.
Experience the profound encounter of Abraham and Sarah with divine visitors in Genesis 18. Witness the arrival of three extraordinary guests - God almighty and two angels - as they deliver the life-changing promise of a long-awaited child. Explore the awe-inspiring journey of faith and the fulfillment of God's divine plan in this remarkable biblical account.
Abraham's unwavering faith in God's promise of a son to Sarah leads him on a profound journey. Amidst his wrestling with doubts, Abraham demonstrates remarkable trust and obedience by initiating the circumcision of all males in his household. Explore the incredible story of Abraham's unyielding commitment to God's word and the extraordinary path it sets him on.
Discover a compelling tale of faith and redemption as you journey through the consequences of Abram's choices. Dive into a world where darkness looms over the promise, and witness the power of God's reaffirmation as hope is rekindled. Experience the timeless story of Abram's transformation and the enduring strength of divine covenant.
Believers in Christ face challenges like anyone else, but the key lies in how we choose to respond. In the face of problems, our response should be rooted in faith, allowing us to confront and overcome them with resilience.
Discover the profound covenant between God and Abram in Genesis 15:7-21, where God's promise to grant the land of Canaan to Israel unfolds. Delve into the intricate details of this covenant and explore how it unveils the remarkable character of God and illuminates the profound nature of the Gospel.
Join us in this insightful study of Genesis 15:1-6, where Abram's remarkable journey unfolds from fear and doubt to unwavering faith and confidence in God. Discover the transformative power of trust and witness Abram's inspiring spiritual growth firsthand.
Unveil the intriguing encounter between Abram and two kings in Genesis 14:17-24, where Melchizedek, the king of Salem, emerges as a key figure. Delve into the profound connections that Melchizedek unveils about the person and work of Jesus Christ, providing an enriching perspective on biblical narratives and their deeper spiritual significance. Explore this captivating revelation today.
In this Biblical account, Lot, the nephew of Abram, is taken captive and Abram sets out on a daring rescue mission to save him from the powerful kings who abducted him. This story highlights Abram's selfless and courageous faith, making it a powerful example of devotion and heroism.
Discover the true significance of Christ's ascension in this thought-provoking sermon by Pastor Luke Hukee. While many may see it as simply a follow-up to the resurrection, Luke reveals that this event holds deep meaning and relevance for our lives today. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the ascension of Christ.
Listen as we study Genesis 10! Pastor Dan will explain the Table of Nations and how God will bring salvation to the nations through Jesus Christ.
Listen as we study the amazing truth of Christmas, that God became a man in the person of Jesus Christ to save the world from our sins.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our Christmas series. Listen as we study John 1:14-18. This message dives into the mystery of the incarnation of Jesus Christ, the Word who became flesh for us.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Christmas series. Listen as we study John 1:1-13. This message explains the incarnation of Jesus, how the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we study Genesis 7:1-10. This message explains how God commands Noah to prepare in the final days before the flood.
Pastor Derek Wadle continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we explore how the days just before the flood point to the return of Christ.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we study how humanity's wickedness became so widespread on the earth that the Lord set out to destroy all of humanity.
Listen as we study Genesis 5:1-32. Pastor Dan explores how Enoch walked with God by faith.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we compare and contrast the lives of Cain and Seth. We learn practical steps to forgiveness and see the impact of leaving a legacy.
Listen as we study Genesis 4:1-16. This message explains the story of Cain and Abel, and how the blood of Abel points to the blood of Jesus.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we study Genesis 3:8-24. This message explains the consequences of sin and how God saves through Christ.
Listen as we study Genesis chapter 3. This message explains how Adam and Eve fell into sin. Pastor Dan shows us where to stand when facing temptation.
Pastor Dan continues our series in Genesis. Listen as he explains God’s design for marriage and how marriage points to Jesus.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Genesis. Listen as we study Genesis 2, and how Moses turns his attention to the relationship between God and man.
Pastor Dan continues working through Genesis 1. Listen as we explore the doctrine of the Imago Dei and consider why it matters.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our study through Genesis 1. Genesis 1 explains how God created everything in six days. Are these literal 24 hour days? Is the earth young or old? Listen as we study the answers to these questions.
Pastor Dan begins a series in Genesis, examining the foundation of all things, God Himself.
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our series in Luke. Listen as we walk with Jesus to the cross. Along the way Jesus is betrayed by Judas, denied by Peter, and falsely tried by the Sanhedrin.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Luke. Temptation to sin is a reality for all of God's people. As Christians, we are not exempt from temptation, unfortunately. So, how do we overcome it? In short, through prayer.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Luke. Listen as we study how Jesus is nearing the end of his life and it appears that evil is winning. We'll see how God is using the evil in the world to accomplish his purposes because He is sovereign.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Luke. Jesus is completing his teaching on the destruction of the temple and the return of Christ by admonishing his disciples to stay focused on the day Jesus returns.
Pastor Derek Wadle continues our series in the Gospel of Luke. He explores Jesus' prediction that the city of Jerusalem and the temple will be destroyed and how we can understand His second coming.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Luke. Many view the widow's gift as a beautiful example of devotion and sacrificial giving of which we are to follow. But is that the correct interpretation? I don't believe so. Listen as we discuss why and what the correct interpretation is.
Campus Fellowship Director Caleb Thompson continues our series in Luke. He explains how Jesus flawlessly answers the Scribes attempts to ask him questions that would expose his illegitimacy as a teacher of God's. In stunned silence, the scribes field Jesus' question that is his "Ultimate Argument!" When this argument isn't on the front of the Christian's mind, hypocrisy will ensue.
Pastor Bruce Crane continues our series in Luke. The Jewish leaders try to trap Jesus with their "tough questions." First the Pharisees ask if it is lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, Then the Sadducees come up with an incredible situation to ask if there is a resurrection. Listen as we see how Jesus answered them and what His answers revealed about who He really is.
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series in Luke. When Jesus is asked by the religious leaders about his authority, he answers with a question about John the Baptist, and then gives a parable answering their question.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Luke. Listen as we study how Jesus makes his way to and enters Jerusalem for the Passover three events take place. 1) Jesus is crowned. 2) Jesus cries 3) Jesus confronts.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Luke. He explains how Israel was expecting Jesus to go to war against Rome in Jerusalem and win. As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, he tells a parable exposing the wrong expectations Israel had for the messiah and gives proper expectations for his followers.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our series in Luke. Listen as we study Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, and how he redeems the social outcast named Zacchaeus.
Pastor Derek Wadle concludes our series in Hebrews. Listen as we study the final two instructions in this book.
Dan Rude continues our teaching in Hebrews. In the final chapter of Hebrews, we are warned about the dangers of false teaching. But how do you hold onto the truth in a world filled with false teaching?
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. Chapter 13 gives meaningful instructions on how to live in light of the gospel. Love each other. Honor Marriage. Be Content.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. He explains that the Christian life is a marathon and to keep going we need encouragement, and we need to be reminded of what is true so that we stay the course. Hebrews 12:18-29 is the author's final attempt to help these struggling believers and therefore us to press ahead by contrasting the realities of the new covenant with that of the old.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. Listen as he answers the question: How do you pursue holiness? By pursuing peace with everyone and getting rid of bitterness.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. He explains that when faced with suffering there is temptation to give up. He encourages us with the practical application of what needs to happen so that we don’t give up, but strive ahead?
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our Easter series in 1 Corinthians 15. He shows us how Paul explains the hope of the resurrection and the Christians ability to overcome death through Christ.
We continue our Easter series in 1 Corinthians 15. Pastor Dan Rude explains how Paul writes to correct bad thinking on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the implications that follow. Jesus rose, so will we!
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Easter mini-series in 1 Corinthians 15. We study how Paul explains implications of the centrality of Jesus Christ's resurrection. And also the doctrine of the resurrection and how to live in light of the it.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He explains how in Hebrews 12, the author instructs the church to run the race with endurance.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. Listen as he addresses the questions: Are you living by faith? If so, you will experience certain realities. What are those realities? There are many, but four that we will explore.
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series in Hebrews. He looks at Hebrews 11 and how faith is confidence in God through various means.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The writer is Hebrews walks through three significant events in the life of Abraham. Abraham’s calling, Abraham’s son, and Abraham’s test. These three events are designed to teach us about the nature of real biblical faith.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He shows us how the author of Hebrews instructs his audience to live by faith, but what is faith and why does it matter?
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. Hebrews was written to a church that was wavering in their faith in Christ. What we see in Hebrews 10: 26-39 are some of the reasons we waver and how to endure in our faith in Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on Hebrews. In Hebrews chapter 10:19, the author begins to lay out the clear application of the book, namely that because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ we can enter the presence of God without fear. This would’ve been a stunning truth for the first century Jews but a glorious application of the gospel for the world.
Listen as Pastor Dan Rude shares the vision of launching our Building Together campaign.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. He explains that in order to have access to God we must be holy like God. The problem is we are not. Due to sin we are not holy and therefore separated from God. But through the one time sacrifice of Jesus we have been sanctified for all time and given access once again to God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He walks through Hebrews 9 and explains the significance of the blood of Jesus Christ. The old covenant was inaugurated by the blood of goats and calves, but it was limited in its benefit. Hebrews 9 explains the meaning and significance of the blood of Jesus.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The author of Hebrews explains the glory of the new covenant by highlighting the limitations of the old covenant. In the old covenant sinful people were offered limited access to God and limited cleansing, but now through the coming of Christ we are cleansed forever by his blood and therefore given access to the presence of God forever.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. Listen as he explains how the Hebrews struggled to know what to do with the Old Covenant in light of Christ. The author shows how Christ is the mediator of a better covenant and built on better promises. What God does in the new covenant produces true life and a genuine relationship with God, where we love and worship God with all of our hearts. Application. Don’t go back to the Old Covenant, cling to Christ.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. He explains how Jesus is the better high priest. The author continues to answers this question with three more reasons.
Pastor Bob Joy continues our series in Hebrews. Jesus is our promised, permanent, and perfect high priest who intercedes for us before God the Father.
Pastor Dan Rude finishes our Christmas mini-series. In Luke 2 the Angel of the Lord appears to a group of unsuspecting shepherds to announce the birth of the Messiah. This Savior will bring glory to God and peace to man. Dan explains how this baby in a manger brings peace to the world.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our Christmas series. Dan walks through Luke 2 and the good news that the Savior of the world has been born! Through the birth of Jesus, we learn about the sovereignty, the humility, and the love of God.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Christmas series. He explores Luke 1, and how the angel Gabriel appears to announce the virgin conception of the Son of God Most High. What does the virgin conception teach us? Why does it matter?
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He explains how Hebrews 7 answers the objection first century Jews had: how can you worship God without the levitical priesthood and animal sacrifices? And how can Jesus be a priest if he is from the line of Judah and not from the line of Levi? The answer: Melchizedek.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. To follow Christ will cause suffering and difficulty. Why should we continue to trust Christ when we suffer for following him? This passage offers us three lines of reasoning that ultimately produce an anchor for our soul.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The writer of Hebrews gives a startling warning about the danger of not moving forward with Christ, followed by a pastoral encouragement. Both the warning and encouragement are designed to strengthen the believer to trust Christ until the end!
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The writer of Hebrews has much to say about the high priesthood of Jesus in the order of Melchizedek, but his hearers have stopped hearing, which has led to their immaturity. They are spiritual babies not maturity Christians. What is spiritual immaturity? Why is it a problem? And how do you grow up?
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The writer of Hebrews addresses two major concerns that 1st century Jews would have had: 1. How can Jesus be a King and Priest? 2. How can Jesus be a High Priest and from the line of Judah? Dan explains how Jesus is our great high priest.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. He explains how we are instructed to make every effort to enter the eternal rest found in Christ, but this instruction doesn't come without reason. In this passage God gives us the reason to obey his instruction through a sobering and a comforting truth.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. Dan explains how the writer of Hebrews uses the story of Israel to teach us about God’s Sabbath rest, and how to enter it. Israel failed to enter into rest because of unbelief. We can learn from their failure, and enter the ultimate rest we seek in Christ by faith.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. The writer of Hebrews reaches back into the OT highlighting the need for endurance. He highlights, how Israel, led by Moses, didn't make it the promised land because they grew hard hearted. If Israel, led by Moses fell short of the Promised Land because of unbelief, what will happen to the household of God, led by the Son of God, Jesus Christ, if they fail to endure?
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He explains why Jesus became a man -- so he could die. But what does his death accomplish for us? His atoning sacrifice on the cross gives us freedom from the fear of death.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Hebrews. Luke explains how humanity’s created intent is redeemed in Christ. Christ was made lower than the angels for a time to redeem humanity, and restore us to our place of rule over the earth with Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He explains the warning in the text against the danger of drifting. How do we not drift and remain in Christ? We do this by giving our full and undistracted attention to Christ everyday.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Hebrews. He explains how the author introduces the letter by comparing Jesus to angels, declaring Jesus to be superior to the angels. He explores how Jesus is the Son, Jesus is worshipped by the angels, and Jesus is Creator.
Pastor Dan Rude begins our series in Hebrews. He explains how the writer of Hebrews begins his letter by communicating clearly who Jesus Christ is. Jesus is the son and through him God’s ultimate revelation has come.
Pastor Dan Rude finishes our series in Luke. He studies how Jesus enters Jericho on his way to Jerusalem. In Jericho, Jesus demonstrates his power over sickness and mercy towards sinners by healing a blind, begging man. He also explains an example of true biblical faith in Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Luke. He explores how Jesus takes the 12 disciples aside to predict his impending death and resurrection. The disciples do not understand what he is saying because God hid the meaning from them. Through the text we learn about the price and plan of our redemption.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in the Gospel of Luke. Not every person will enter the kingdom of God. In fact, this passage makes this clear. But why? Luke explains the answer in this message.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in Luke. There are many important questions in life, but the most important of them all is how does a person enter the kingdom of God? Or how is a person reconciled to God? In this passage Jesus answers this question through the parable of two men praying to God at the temple.
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series in the Gospel of Luke. He explains the need to pray and not lose heart as we wait for the return of the Son of Man.
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series in Luke. He looks at the paradoxes that exist in scripture within the Kingdom of God, and Son of Man, and the Days of Noah.
Key Scripture: Luke 17:20-37
Pastor Dan Rude gives a special message addressing the history of Walnut Creek Church - Downtown, the current needs we face, and where we want to go as a church with the mission of advancing the kingdom of God.
Pastor Dan Rude gives a special message addressing the history of Walnut Creek Church - Downtown, the current needs we face, and where we want to go as a church with the mission of advancing the kingdom of God.
Key Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 Topics: Mission, discipleship
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series in Luke. He studies the instructions Jesus gave to his disciples on how to relate to one another and to avoid being a stumbling block block for the brothers. Rebuking, repenting, and forgiveness are all necessary if the church is to be united.
Key Scripture: Luke 17:1-4 Related Passages: Luke 17 Topics: Stumbling block, repentance, forgiveness
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series in the Gospel of Luke. He dives into the truths about heaven and hell, and the reality of eternity.
Key Scripture: Luke 16:19-31 Related Passages: Luke 16 Topics: Hell, Judgement, Eternity
Pastor Luke Hukee continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains the two options people have when confronted with their sin: repent or make excuses. Luke shares how genuine repentance is the only means to enter the Kingdom of God.
Key scripture: Luke 16 Topics: Law, Atonement, Heart, Sin, Justification, Kingdom of God
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explores how Jesus' parable warns his disciples to manage their money to reach people for the kingdom, in the process demonstrating that God is your God.
Key scripture: Luke 16 Topics: Money, Greed, Giving
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explores Jesus' story of two lost sons in order to show how far from God the Pharisees were and God's delight in saving sinners.
Key scripture: Luke 15 Topics: Forgiveness, Repentance
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan breaks down the parable of the lost sheep and the parable of the lost coin, sharing how Jesus exposes how far off the Pharisees were from the heart of God and how far God goes to seek after sinners.
Key scripture: Luke 15 Topics: Joy, Repentance, Salvation
Pastor Luke Hukee continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke shares how following Christ comes with a cost and explains how Jesus kindly shares with the crowds of people following Him what the required costs to follow Him are.
Key scripture: Luke 14 Topics: Discipleship, Cost
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses Jesus' teaching about the nature of heaven and how heaven is a banquet that only the humble get in.
Key scripture: Luke 14 Related passages: Isaiah 25 Topics: Feast, Banquet, Heaven
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explores how Jesus' parable highlights the truth that God exalts the humble but humiliates the proud and shares how we can pursue humility.
Key scripture: Luke 14 Topics: Pride, Humility
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan looks at what Jesus accomplishes by healing a disabled man on the Sabbath and why he so often healed on the Sabbath.
Key scripture: Luke 14 Topics: Jesus, Gospel, Sabbath, Idolatry
Pastor Luke Hukee continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explores how Jesus is perfectly bold when opposed and perfectly broken when those who hear fail to repent and find their protection from the wrath to come in Him.
Key scripture: Luke 13 Topics: Boldness, Lamenting
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan shares Jesus' answer to the ever important question, "Will only a few be saved?" Dan explores four stunning truths about the Kingdom of God and explains how you can know if you're in the Kingdom.
Key scripture: Luke 13 Topics: Kingdom of God, Eternity, Salvation
Pastor Dan Rude continues part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan shares lessons to be learned through the healing of a woman and the tone-deaf reply of her synagogue leaders.
Key scripture: Luke 13 Topics: Jesus, Healing, Hypocrisy, Gospel, Humility
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off part five of our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines how Jesus takes an opportunity to correct Israel's toxic thinking about tragedy. Dan explains the necessity of repentance and how repentance connects to bearing fruit and experiencing salvation.
Key scripture: Luke 13 Topics: Repentance, Mercy, Tragedy
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our Easter season mini-series on the betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew. Dan looks at how the resurrection of Christ is essential to the gospel message and why it's such good news.
Key scripture: Matthew 28 Topics: Gospel, Resurrection, Easter, Holiness, Death
Pastor Dan Rude continues our Easter season mini-series on the betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew. Dan explores the meaning of the cross: Jesus died for our sins because God loves us infinitely.
Key scripture: Matthew 27 Related passages: 2 Corinthians 5, Isaiah 1, Isaiah 53 Topics: Blood, Suffering, Sin, Death, Forgiveness
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our Easter season mini-series on the betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew. Luke discusses how Jesus handles his sorrow as he heads to the cross.
Key scripture: Matthew 26 Related passages: Mark 14, Luke 22 Topics: Prayer, Grief, Sorrow
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Easter season mini-series on the betrayal, trial, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew. Dan explains how the final preparations are made as Jesus approaches the cross. Dan discusses how Jesus prepares his disciples for the cross, his body for burial, and the Passover meal.
Key scripture: Matthew 26 Topics: Passover, Communion, Salvation
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan wraps up by looking at the final farewell of Paul to Timothy as he makes his last instructions to help him endure to the end.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-22 Topics: Endurance, Fellowship
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan explores one of Paul's final conclusions to Timothy to prioritize preaching the word.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8 Topics: The Bible, Preaching
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Luke looks at Paul's charge to Timothy to remain faithful to what he has learned. To give him confidence in God's Word in the face of persecution, Paul tells Timothy where Scripture came from and how it is profitable for the believer.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Topics: Inerrancy, Inspiration, Scripture, Persecution, Faithfulness
Pastor Jacob Van Sickle continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Jacob discusses how Paul molds Timothy's expectations for the future and explores what we should expect as believers in this world.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9 Topics: False Teachers, Judgment, Repentance
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan looks at Paul's instruction to Timothy to pursue a pure life if he wants to be a useful vessel in the hands of God. Dan explores what that means and how we can be useful vessels as well.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-26 Topics: Purity, Love, False Teachers
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan looks at Paul's instructions to Timothy on how to protect the church from error as Ephesus is overrun by false teaching.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19 Related passages: 1 Timothy 6 Topics: God’s Word, False Teachers
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Luke looks at how Paul has called Timothy to join him in suffering for the gospel and how believers can continue in the work of the gospel in the face of suffering.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13 Topics: Resurrection, God's Word, Salvation, Suffering, Enduring
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Second Timothy. Dan explores the key instruction Paul gives Timothy for restoring order and building healthy churches.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Related passages: Philippians 1 Topics: Strength, Teaching, Entrusting
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan explores Paul's command to Timothy to not be ashamed but to share in suffering and live courageously for Christ. When suffering is counterintuitive, Dan shares how we can live for Christ in a world that rejects Him.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-18 Related passages: 2 Corinthians 12 Topics: Suffering, Shame, Power
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our new series on the Book of 2 Timothy. Dan introduces Paul's final letter written from a prison in Rome. Dan explains how Paul, as he is coming to the end of his life, writes a letter to his son in the faith Timothy to encourage him to restore order in the church of Ephesus.
Key scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Related passages: Philippians 2 Topics: Courage, Fear, Disappointment
Pastor Luke Hukee looks at Romans 12 and explores how we should respond to God's mercies.
Key scripture: Romans 12:1-2 Topics: Mercy, Devotion, Worship, Transformation, Will of God
Pastor Bruce Crane concludes our Go and Worship series. Bruce shares how even in the midst of tragedy, God gives hope for the future. Bruce looks at how God wants to lead us and guide us and shares how His plans cannot be thwarted.
Key scripture: Matthew 2:13-23 Topics: Hope, Future
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the birth of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew. Dan explores the question of worship, and why you must worship Jesus.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Go and Worship series. Dan explores how the immediate impact of the incarnation of Jesus was a disrupted relationship between Mary and Joseph. Dan shares how Joseph obeyed, Jesus was born, and the path to the cross began.
Key scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 Topics: Jesus, Incarnation, Mary, Joseph
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores what the sovereignty of God is and why we should make sense of it if we are going to make wise choices and experience comfort in a world filled with turmoil.
Key scripture: Proverbs 16:9 Related passages: Proverbs 19 Topics: Sovereignty, Freedom, Choices, Grace
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores the tension we face between knowing work is good and the ground is cursed and explains how we can navigate that tension with wisdom.
Key scripture: Proverbs 12:11 Related passages: Genesis 2, Genesis 8 Topics: Work, Curse, Grace, Thorns
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Luke explains how the words that come out of our mouths have the power to either produce life or death and that there are consequences from our words in our own lives and in the lives of others.
Key scripture: Proverbs 18:20-21 Related passages: Proverbs 15, Proverbs 6, Ephesians 4, James 3 Topics: Speech
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores how we must be wise not only in how we think about wealth but also in how we handle our own poverty and treat the poor. Dan shares that how we make, spend, and think about money is at the heart of the worship of God.
Key scripture: Proverbs 14:20-21 Related passages: Proverbs 10 Topics: Poverty, Kindness, Wealth
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores how money has a powerful effect on our lives that often moves us away from Christ. Dan shares how we can break the power of wealth so that we might live for Christ.
Key scripture: Proverbs 3:5-10 Topics: Wealth, Greed, Giving, Trusting
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Luke explores what patience is, what patience does, and how we can grow in it. Luke shares how patience, as demonstrated by Christ, is a characteristic for believers to live out.
Key scripture: Proverbs 16:32 Related passages: Proverbs 15, Proverbs 16, Proverbs 25, Proverbs 29 Topics: Anger, Patience
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores how Solomon as a loving father urges his son to avoid the pitfalls of sexual sin. Dan shares the power of sex and explains how and why we can fight for sexual purity.
Key scripture: Proverbs 6:20-35 Topics: Sex, Marriage, Romance
Pastor Jacob Van Sickle continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Jacob explores why God made sex and how He made it for a good purpose.
Key scripture: Proverbs 5:15-23 Related passages: Song of Songs 4 Topics: Sex, Marriage, Love
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explains that in order to obey the central command to “train up a child in the way he should go," we must know the stakes of parenting, the opportunity of parenting, and the goal of parenting.
Key scripture: Proverbs 22:6 Topics: Parenting
Pastor Dan Rude continues our new series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explains the two paths presented in Proverbs 4, the way of wisdom and the way foolishness, and explores how we can walk in the way of wisdom.
Key scripture: Proverbs 4:10-27 Topics: Paths, Wisdom, Life
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our new series on the Book of Proverbs. Luke explores how the Word of God instructs us to walk in humility and explains the practices of those who are humble.
Key scripture: Proverbs 6:23 Related passages: Proverbs 6, Proverbs 15, Proverbs 10, Proverbs 12, Philippians 2 Topics: Humility, Correction, Counsel, Obedience
Pastor Dan Rude continues our new series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores how God gives grace to the humble and makes the humble wise and takes a look at how this dynamic plays out in the Book of Proverbs.
Key scripture: Proverbs 11:2 Related passages: Proverbs 11, Proverbs 3 Topics: Humility, Pride
Pastor Dan Rude continues our new series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan explores what the fear of the Lord is, the benefits to fearing the Lord, and how the fear of the Lord is a choice.
Key scripture: Proverbs 2:1-5 Related passages: Proverbs 3, Proverbs 9 Topics: The Fear of the Lord
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our new series on the Book of Proverbs. Dan gives the background on how Solomon wrote the Book of Proverbs to teach wisdom and explores the value of wisdom and how we can get it.
Key scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7 Related passages: Proverbs 8 Topics: Wisdom, Knowledge, Pursuing Christ
Pastor Luke Hukee finishes our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke examines Jesus' warning to the Jews that they have failed in discerning that He is the Messiah, leading to eternal danger. Luke explains that in exposing this failure, Jesus' desire is that they would see what is true and believe in Him as the one who has come to pay their debt.
Key scripture: Luke 12:54-59 Topics: Judgment, Salvation
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explores Jesus' statement that He came to bring fire on the earth and division in the world.
Key scripture: Luke 12:49-53 Related passages: Matthew 26, Luke 23 Topics: Judgment, Fire, Grace
Deacon Jacob Van Sickle continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Jacob looks at the five categories of people Jesus describes and what judgment day will look like for them. Jacob explores how all of these categories of people can lead us to be a benefit to this world and the world to come.
Key scripture: Luke 12:41-48 Topics: Heaven, Hell, World
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Greg looks at how we can prepare for the return of Christ and shares the instruction, the blessing, and the enemies of readiness.
Key scripture: Luke 12:35-40 Topics: Readiness, Return of Christ
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan unpacks Jesus' teaching on anxiety as recorded in Luke 12.
Key scripture: Luke 12:29-34 Topics: Worry, Anxiety, Confidence
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan unpacks Jesus' teaching on anxiety as recorded in Luke 12.
Key scripture: Luke 12:22-28 Topics: Worry, Anxiety, Confidence
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explores a man's strange request for Jesus to command his brother to divide his inheritance with him. Dan explains how Jesus senses the greed in the heart of this man, warns him of the dangers of greed, and shares the importance of being rich toward God.
Key scripture: Luke 12:13-21 Related passages: 1 Timothy 6 Topics: Greed, Covetousness
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke takes a look at the expectation Jesus sets for believers to endure hateful treatment and examines why the world often hates Christians.
Key scripture: Luke 12:8-12 Related passages: Acts 4, 2 Corinthians 11 Topics: Persecution, Confessing Christ
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses how Jesus helps the crowd understand why we should fear God over man. Dan examines what Jesus means when he says that human beings can only kill the body but God has the power to kill the body and throw people into hell.
Key scripture: Luke 12:4-7 Related passages: John 9, Acts 7 Topics: Fear of Man, Fear of God
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan takes a look at how the yeast of the Pharisees is hypocrisy. Dan explains Jesus' warning to his hearers of the danger of hypocrisy and the way to overcome this danger.
Key scripture: Luke 12:1-3 Related passages: Matthew 6, John 5, Romans 2 Topics: Hypocrisy, Justification
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains how the nature of a hypocrite is to pretend to be something you are not. Luke examines the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and how Jesus strongly corrects them for it out of love.
Key scripture: Luke 11:45-54 Related passages: Matthew 23 Topics: Hypocrisy, False teaching
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains how humanity is unclean not only externally but also internally in the heart. Luke shares how we can be made clean and have a relationship with our Creator God.
Key scripture: Luke 11:37-44 Related passages: John 1, Ephesians 1, 2 Corinthians 4, Hebrews 4 Topics: The Heart, Cleanness, Sin, Salvation
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines Jesus' shocking rebuke of the crowds that highlights the blindness of Israel and explains how the most important thing about any person is how they see Jesus.
Key scripture: Luke 11:29-36 Related passages: John 20 Topics: Blindness, Sight, Light, Judgment
Pastor Dan Rude discusses the killing of George Floyd. Dan addresses what Christians should do and where to turn for wisdom when navigating life's most difficult challenges.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan examines how the Apostle Peter equips the saints to look forward to the return of Christ while living in a world that mocks the promise of Jesus' return.
Key scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-13 Related passages: Revelation 20, Colossians 1, Colossians 2 Topics: The Return of Christ, Repentance, Christ
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Luke discusses the significance of the return of Christ through the lens of creation and the flood.
• Key scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-7 • Related passages: Isaiah 66, Zephaniah 1, Malachi 4, 1 Corinthians 15, 2 Thessalonians 1, Revelation 19, Genesis 6, Genesis 7 • Topics: Day of the Lord, Second coming of Christ, Judgment, Wrath
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan examines the Apostle Peter's warnings about false teachers' objectives and how empty promises lead to death instead of freedom.
Key scripture: 2 Peter 2:17-22 Related passages: 1 Timothy 6 Topics: Greed, Money, Sex, Immorality, False Teaching, Deception
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan discusses the Apostle Peter's warnings to early Christians regarding the subtlety of false teachers and how we can guard against false teaching today.
Key scripture: 2 Peter 2:11-16 Related passages: Numbers 25, 1 Corinthians 6, Galatians 5, 1 Thessalonians 1 Topics: False Teachers, False Believers
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan examines the qualities of false teachers how we can protect the church and ourselves from being deceived.
• Key scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3 • Related passages: 2 Timothy 4 • Topics: False teaching, Deceit, Church, Teaching
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan discusses the motivations of the Apostle Peter as he takes time near the end of his life to remind the saints of the truth about Jesus.
• Key scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21 • Related passages: Acts 7, Acts 12, Isaiah 66 • Topics: Scriptures, Eyewitnesses, Effort
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Luke examines why the Apostle Peter spent time reminding the early church of what is true and why we need the same reminders today.
• Key scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15 • Related passages: James 1, Hebrews 10, Colossians 3 • Topics: Salvation, Truth, Faith
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan explains how Peter is giving his audience all the more reason to make every effort to grow to shake his audience out of their slumber.
• Key Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10-11 • Topics: Growing, Faith
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan explains Peter's instruction to make every effort to grow and the great motive underneath that effort.
• Key Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-9 • Related passages: John 6, Hebrews 6, Ephesians 4, Luke 7 • Topics: Spiritual Growth, God's Promises
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our new series on the Book of 2 Peter. Dan discusses the truth that if you have gained Christ, you have gained everything and will spend this life and the next discovering what you have gained. Dan explains how Peter deepens our understanding of who we are in Christ before he teaches how to grow in the Christian life.
Key Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4 Topics: Gaining Christ, Becoming A Christian, The Gospel
Pastor Luke Hukee concludes our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Luke discusses how both David and Saul find themselves in tragic situations and looks at their unique responses.
Key Scripture: 1 Samuel 30-31 Topics: Suffering, Tragedy, Seeking God, Grieving
Pastor Bruce Crane continues our fall series on the book of 1 Samuel. Bruce discusses how when facing a dilemma, we need to understand the truth about ourselves and the truth about God.
Topics: God Speaking, Decisions
Pastor Dan Rude finishes our Christmas mini-series Impossible. Dan shares the story of Jesus’ birth, the things we can celebrate in the arrival of Christ, and the great hope we have in the gospel.
Topics: Jesus, Birth, Christmas, Gospel
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our Christmas mini-series Impossible. Luke explains how the Messiah could not have been just anyone but was a very specific person due to the prophecies made in the Old Testament. Luke discusses how Jesus has the right genealogy to make him the Messiah and is the eternal King of an eternal Kingdom.
Topics: Messiah, The Kingdom, Line of David
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our Christmas mini-series Impossible. Dan discusses God's surprising plan of the virgin birth, and how the virgin birth corresponds to the nature of Jesus and helps answer many questions about the incarnation of Christ.
Topics: Virgin Birth, Sin, Righteous
Pastor Dan Rude takes a look at Matthew 6 and explains how Jesus turns his attention to how the eyes of our heart vote money. Through these verses, Jesus helps us see money as an opportunity to move the Kingdom of God forward and stir up treasures in heaven.
Topic: Money, Finances, Greed
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our fall series on the book of 1 Samuel. Luke discusses how God is working to develop an authentic, whole-hearted trust in Him. Luke explains that to do this, He will put us in situations that require us to choose to trust in Him over ourselves.
Topics: Trusting God, Justice, Revenge, the Will of God
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan discusses how David is still on the run and cracks while under pressure but comes to his senses in the cave of Adullum.
Topics: Pressure, Fear, Anxiety, Trust, Confidence
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan discusses how as Saul continues to pursue killing David, God delivers David through Jonathan, Michal, and Samuel. Through these circumstances, Dan shows how God demonstrates His wisdom and saving arm.
Topics: God’s Deliverance, Jealousy, Envy
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan discusses how the song of celebration ignites the jealousy of Saul towards David leading to utter chaos. Dan shows how despite this Jonathan loves David as he loves himself.
Topics: Jealousy, Envy, Love
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Luke takes a look at where courage to face difficulty and do what is right comes from. Luke discusses how God is the creator of heaven and earth and is our source of strength and courage to be bold when needed.
Topics: Courage, Boldness, Confidence in God
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan shows how God gives Saul another chance to obey Him, and although Saul is in a position of strength, he still disobeys God.
Topics: Obedience, Repentance, Trust
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan discusses the major failures of King Saul, explains what is at the root of each one, and then shows how God desires us to trust Him.
Key Topics: Trust, Failure, Obedience
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Luke discusses how worship is central to human life and as His creation, God has called us to worship him alone. Luke shows how when we fail to worship God with all our heart, God in His grace and mercy will expose us and call us back to Him.
Topics: Worship, Repentance
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan covers the contrast between Israel's repentance and return to the Lord, and their shocking rejection of God as their leader.
Topics: Idols, Repentance, Worship
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan explains how after a disastrous defeat the leaders of Israel try to use the Ark of the Covenant to gain the upper hand against the Philistines. Dan looks at how God still reigns over everything and is not a means to an end but the end for which we have been created.
Topics: Worship, Holiness, Ark, Control, Using God
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Luke explains how God speaks to a boy named Samuel giving him a message to share and discusses how God speaks to us primarily through His word, giving us a message to share as well.
Topics: Hearing God, God's Word, The Gospel
Pastor Dan Rude continues our fall series on the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan discusses how Eli’s sons were worthless men who did not know God and turned the worship of God into a farce. Dan looks at how Samuel learned to walk with God in spite of their wickedness, showing us much of the holiness of God.
Topics: Wrath of God, Intercession, Corruption, Faithfulness, The Cross
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our fall series in the Book of 1 Samuel. Dan highlights the pain and disappointment of a women who finds herself in a situation that she wishes was much different. Dan discusses how in her distress, she pours out her heart to God and gives us an example of how to endure courageously.
Topics: Pain, Disappointment, Courage
Pastor Dan Rude finishes up our series on the Book of Luke. Dan discusses what Jesus means when he says the harvest is abundant but the workers are few. Dan explains how Jesus spent much of his life developing workers for the harvest to advance God's Kingdom.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan discusses how Jesus sends out 72 other disciples and walks through the profile of a worker in the harvest.
Topics: Workers, Kingdom of God, Worth of Jesus
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Luke. Luke discusses Jesus' journey to Jerusalem and the three conversations he has that expose four barriers to following Him.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan discusses how the disciples have clothed themselves with pride and explains that Jesus, knowing the devastating nature of pride, moves to teach the disciples about true humility, using an unlikely illustration.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. In Luke 9, we find a desperate father fighting for the life of his sick son. In his desperation, he begs Jesus to cast out the demon. Dan examines the the response of Jesus and the importance He placed on faith.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains the miraculous reasons why Jesus was transformed in front of Peter, James, and John.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses what it means to follow Jesus. Luke explains Jesus' requirements to follow Him, the reason to follow Him, and the consequence of not following Him.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the answer to one of life's greatest questions.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan explains how the feeding of the 5,000 was used by Jesus to point to an even greater reality; Himself.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan explains how Jesus begins to multiply His ministry through His disciples. Dan discusses how Jesus uses the 12 and gives them His power and message.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Luke. Luke discusses how all of us will suffer as a result of disease, illness, disorder, or death–whether directly or indirectly. Luke explains what we need to know about Jesus, about faith, and about why we experience suffering.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan discusses the healing of a demon possessed man and the testimony of a transformed life.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Luke. Dan explains how Jesus uses this storm to test the faith of the disciples. Dan discusses how even though the disciples fail the test, they learn the lesson that even the winds and waves obey Him.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses how true hearers of God's Word are those who walk in the light. Luke explains that those who walk in the light are those who proclaim the gospel and walk in obedience to Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses different soil types in a parable taught by Jesus and how it helps us understand and process what we experience in gospel ministry.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off the third installment of our sermon series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explains how Jesus is on a speaking tour to prepare his disciples to go out and sow the seeds of the gospel by giving them accurate expectations of how people might respond to their message.
Pastor Luke Hukee wraps up our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke discusses the great principle of sowing and reaping that governs life and explains the reality that we are always either sowing to the flesh or to the Spirit.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke explains how relationships will be impacted for Spirit-filled and Spirit-led people. Luke discusses how one clear way in which we love one another is by carrying one another's burdens, especially the burden of sin.
On Easter Weekend, Pastor Dan Rude discusses the corruption of mankind, the need to be changed, and the promise of the resurrection.
Topics: Easter, Sin, Death, Resurrection, Corruption, Victory
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan explores what it means to walk by the Spirit by giving up on the desires of your flesh and filling your mind with the truth of God’s Word.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan explains the different ways we attempt to deal with our flesh, which is opposed to the Spirit of God within us through new birth in Christ. Dan discusses the conflict in our inner world between our flesh and the Spirit.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the book of Galatians. Dan explores Paul's instruction to the Galatians to not use freedom as an opportunity for the flesh but rather to serve one another in love.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan discusses Paul’s powerful explanation of what freedom in Christ really means and how we can daily experience that transforming freedom in our lives as well.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke explains the Apostle Paul's appeal to the Galatians to turn away from works-righteousness to faith in Christ. Luke discusses how the illustration of Abraham's two sons and their mothers reveals what is true about the Old Covenant, the Law, and the New Covenant, Christ.
Topics: Law, Justification, Faith, Grace, Slavery, Freedom
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke discusses Paul's great concern for the Galatians as they turn back to things that are weak and worthless. Luke explains how Paul makes a strong appeal to them to repent.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan discusses the purposes of the law, the necessity of faith in Christ, and how being children of God is supposed to impact our joy and obedience in the Lord.
Topics: Law, Faith, Jesus, Sonship, Sin
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan discusses the Apostle Paul’s explanation of the purpose of the law and unpacks, through the life of Abraham, how justification through faith is the only path to righteousness before God.
Topics: Law, Salvation, Justification, Faith
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke explains Paul's claim that justification is by faith alone, in Christ alone. Luke discusses Paul's five lines of evidence supporting his claim to give full confidence that justification is by faith and not by works.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan discusses how the Galatians' lack of understanding made them vulnerable to accepting a false gospel. Dan explains how Paul is clarifying the gospel, which is justification by faith in Christ alone.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan discusses the clash between the Apostle Peter and the Apostle Paul. Dan explains how the conflict between these two men not only impacted the Galatian churches but all churches throughout human history.
Topics: Faith, Law, Conflict, Circumcision
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Luke explains Paul's defense of his claims for the Galatians to reject the Judaizers and the false gospel and accept the true gospel of grace.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan explains the false gospel of salvation through Jesus and law keeping and discusses the accusations against Paul and his gospel.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Galatians. Dan looks at how the false gospel gained traction and explains the threat of a false gospel to both believers and the lost.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our new series on the Book of Galatians. Dan looks at the historical context surrounding the Book of Galatians and discusses the Apostle Paul's motivations to preserve the purity of the Gospel against the false teachers.
Pastor Dan Rude begins our mini-series on the true meaning of Christmas. Dan examines the definition and importance of biblical faith and discusses the sacred and secular motives of our flesh.
Topics: Faith, Abraham, Flesh, Motives, Trust
Pastor Luke Hukee concludes our series on the Book of Jonah. Luke continues looking at the second and third elements leading to Jonah’s rage and discusses what God is trying to develop in the hearts of believers.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Luke discusses the reasons for Jonah's fury at God for showing mercy to Nineveh and explains what led Jonah to have no compassion for this city.
Topics: Worldview, Anger, Dehumanization, Mercy
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan focuses on how a worker initiates gospel conversations with unbelievers and then practically explains how every believer can do that. Dan explains the priority of prayer if we are going to be lifelong workers in the Lord's harvest.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan explains two more defining characteristics of a worker and discusses the cost of loving people with our hands and words.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan discusses Jesus' instruction to believers on how to be involved in the Kingdom of God and what it looks like to be moved with compassion toward others.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Luke explains repentance and discusses Jonah's horror when the Ninevites believe God, the greatest revival in biblical history.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan discusses why God gives Jonah a second chance in light of his rebellion and future failure. Dan explains how God is mercifully including Jonah in His plan to bring Nineveh to repentance.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan explains the theology of God's discipline and how believers can understand the enemy of endurance and the goal.
Topics: Discipline, Endurance, Faith, Obedience
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan explains the problem of what idolatry demands and what idolatry delivers, and discusses the undeserved salvation of God in the life of the prophet Jonah.
Topics: Idolatry, Salvation, Repentance, Grace, Adultery
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Luke closes our discussion on the first chapter of Jonah by walking through the differences in Jonah's response to the storm and the sailors' response to the storm. Luke discusses how a true fear of God led the sailors to repent while Jonah's idolatry led him to disobey.
Topics: Mercy, Repentance, Salvation, Fear of God
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Jonah. Dan discusses the result of Jonah's disobedience and the pain he is causing to those around him. Dan explains how despite Jonah's dishonor, God continues to pursue Jonah with His mercy.
Topics: Disobedience, Sin, Hatred
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off our new series on the Book of Jonah. Dan looks at the interpretive challenges and historical context surrounding the events of the Book of Jonah. Dan discusses the surprising motives for Jonah's disobedience and the consequences of his actions.
Topics: Disobedience, Prophet, Commission, Enemies
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explains Jesus' illustration of the perverse generation and discusses how the reason for someone to reject Jesus would be because they don’t think He is real not because they don’t like what He says.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains John the Baptist's doubt about who Jesus is. Luke discusses how doubting as a believer is normal and where believers can find hope and solutions for their questions.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the amazing faith, counter cultural character, and genuine humility of the centurion.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke explains the heart behind Jesus' question and discusses how obedience is the overflow out of a life surrendered to Jesus' Lordship.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the real spiritual dangers of following false teachers while pointing believers to the true teacher, Jesus Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses how Jesus cares deeply about our attitudes toward people and explains how in this passage, Jesus instructs believers to judge charitably with mercy instead of with a hypocritical, self-righteous attitude.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses Jesus' answer to the question of how to love your enemies and explains what good comes from believers showing mercy to those who have hurt them.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses how following Jesus requires new priorities to take root in the lives of disciples and explains how there is no life and happiness in the world apart from Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan breaks down Jesus' conversation with the disciples, dispels the world's definition of happiness, and discusses how Christ and God's Kingdom are the true source of happiness.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the momentous decision Jesus makes in choosing and naming the apostles, who these men are, and what this decision means for their life and the Kingdom of God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan explains how Jesus corrects the Pharisees' understanding of the Sabbath by claiming to be the Lord of the Sabbath Himself and discusses how the gospel teaches us that Jesus is the true rest everyone desperately needs.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses how the traditions of the Pharisees prevented them from seeing the glory of Christ and how Jesus came to proclaim the Kingdom of God, which is incompatible with their Jewish traditionalism.
Topics: Fasting, Joy, Relationship, Obedience, Traditions
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the pharisees' self-righteous response toward Levi's celebratory dinner honoring Jesus and challenges today Christians today to have a posture of compassion toward those who are far from God.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses how the miracles of Jesus validated His authority to forgive sins.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses Jesus' encounter with a leprous man and shows how Christ's compassion extends beyond physical healing to spiritual renewal.
Topics: Healing, Leprosy, Holiness, Law
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines Jesus’ public interaction with Simon Peter and his fellow fisherman and shows how Simon’s response to truth is a model for a Christian’s life.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the Kingdom of God and why Jesus emphasized this theme throughout his teaching.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke examines the sovereign power of Christ and how even Satan and demonic fall under His righteous authority.
Topics: Satan, Demons, Authority, Sovereignty, Capernaum, Evil
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses why Jesus' hometown crowd in Nazareth rejected Him and how a neutral response to Christ is impossible.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off the second installment of our sermon series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the reputation of Jesus and how His priorities upend religious and world systems that are opposed to God.
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our mini-series on foundational questions surrounding the Bible's claims of Christ's resurrection. Dan examines the doubts of Thomas the Apostle, Jesus' compassion for skeptics, and the radical lives of the disciples.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our mini-series on foundational questions surrounding the Bible's claims of Christ's resurrection. Luke examines the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus and the world-changing implications of His victory over death.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our mini-series on foundational questions surrounding the Bible's claims of Christ's resurrection. Dan examines the account of Jesus' empty tomb and discusses the significance of women finding the tomb first.
Pastor Dan Rude begins a mini-series on foundational questions surrounding the Bible's claims of Christ's resurrection. Dan examines the account of Jesus' burial and discusses the significant role Joseph of Arimathea plays in the event.
Pastor Dan Rude wraps up our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses the nature of doubt and how Asaph struggled with God as he saw the wicked prosper.
Topics: Doubt, Prosperity, Blessing, Prayer, Presence, Trust, Faith
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses King David's godly pattern of confession and how in it we find a model for excuse-free repentance and reconciliation through Christ.
Topics: Sin, Guilt, Repentance, Adultery, Murder, Forgiveness, Grace, King David
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan unpacks the story of King David's adultery with Bathsheba and discusses the timeless implications of David's murderous cover-up and God's response.
Topics: David, Bathsheba, Sex, Temptation, Deception, Humility, Adultery, Murder, Uriah, Nathan
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke discusses how God isn't only concerned about the performance of religious rituals, but obedience out of sincere repentance and thanksgiving.
Topics: Judgment, Righteousness, Worship, Heart, Law, Obedience, Repentance, Sacrifice
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke discusses the tempting idolatry of money and how we can use our finances to serve God's Kingdom instead of our own.
Topics: Wealth, Money, Trust, Generosity, Idolatry
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan analyzes various unhealthy ways that we cope with depression and how to walk through emotional turmoil in a Christ-centered manner.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan examines the root causes of depression and highlights why Christ must be the foundation of an remedies we seek.
Topics: Depression, Emotions, Hope
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke talks about how King David wrestled with his own sin and examines how God disciplines us according to His love and holiness.
Topics: Suffering, Sin, David, Discipline, Speech
Pastor Bruce Crane continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Bruce discusses how King David found forgiveness in God and how we also can experience freedom from sin through repentance and faith in Christ.
Topics: Sin, Repentance, Forgiveness, Confession, David
Pastor Bruce Crane continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Bruce discusses the source of King David's confidence and how we can face our fears through faith in God.
Pastor Dan Rude contines our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan examines how lasting peace and contentment are only found in our good shepherd, Jesus Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan examines the messianic text of Psalm 22 and discusses why it's so important that Jesus fulfilled each part of this prophetic song.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series of the Book of Psalms. Luke discusses how God reveals himself through his Word and through creation.
Topics: Creation, The Word of God, David, Revelation
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses Sheol, Hell, and the hope King David found in God's power over death.
Topics: Heaven, Hell, Joy, Death, David
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses how King David approached hardship and why every aspect of who we are should flow out of our relationship with God.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke discusses the roots of injustice in the world and why we can trust God to act on behalf of his people and the oppressed.
Topics: Injustice, Justice, Mercy, Strength, Racism, Sexism, Oppression
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses how God displays his majesty in creation and how His glory gives us a foundation for human dignity.
Topics: Glory, Dignity, Creation, Wonder, Hope
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan examines how King David prayed and why our knowledge of God's attributes should direct our prayers.
Topics: David, Prayer, Joy, Emotions
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke examines how David turns to the Lord in trouble and what it means to lament in prayer.
Topics: David, Lament, Depression, Prayer
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Luke examines the context of Psalm 3 by recounting the family drama of Absalom, Tamar, Amnon, and David.
Topics: Relational Conflict, Temptation, David, Absalom, Rape, Incest, Amnon, Tamar
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Psalms. Dan examines fear, courage, and how walking in God's promises lead to life.
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off a new series on the Book of Psalms. Dan discusses how lasting happiness comes only through delighting in God's Word and being rooted in His wisdom and righteousness.
Pastor Dan Rude concludes our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses Jesus' victory over sin and how we can share in this victory through faith in Christ and the fellowship of His Church.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines satan's tactics in tempting Jesus and how Christ's responses were rooted in His deep knowledge of the scriptures.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the devil's efforts to entice Jesus into worshiping him and what we can learn from Christ's response.
Topics: Temptation, Bible, Worship, Lies, Satan
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the testing of Jesus in the wilderness and why He relied on the scriptures when faced with temptation.
Topics: Testing, Temptation, Bible, Satan, Jesus, Wilderness, Submission
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines why the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness to be tempted by Satan and what Jesus accomplished for us during this time of testing.
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Greg examines why the genealogy of Jesus is included in the scriptures and highlights the lineage of faith we inherit in Christ.
Topics: Genealogy, Faith, Jesus, Mary, Seed
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the baptism of Jesus, the significance of the Holy Spirit's role in the event, and the implications for Christians today.
Topics: Baptism, Holy Spirit, Dove, Death, Resurrection, Obedience
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit, how it differs from John's baptism of repentance, and why Jesus' judgment of mankind is supreme and eternal.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines the radical lifestyle of John the Baptist and the components of his forthright call to repentance.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the political and religious climate of the world leading up to the public ministry of John the Baptist and highlights Jesus' harsh rebukes of the Pharisees and money changers.
Pastor Tim Greeno continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Tim examines the story of Jesus as an adolescent getting separated from his parents during Passover.
Topics: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Passover, Temple
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke examines the reaction of Jesus' parents to the revelation of Simeon and highlights the three word pictures Simeon uses in his commentary to Mary.
Topics: Mary, Joseph, Simeon, Revelation, Rejection, Persecution, Slander, Israel, New Covenant
Pastor Jon Schreiner continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Jon talks about the role of circumcision in God's covenant with Israel and how His ultimate goal was the hearts of all people.
Topics: Covenant, Abraham, Circumcision, Israel, Simeon
Pastor Steve Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Steve sheds some light on the people who first visited Jesus after his birth and discusses what happens when we glorify God in our lives.
Topics: Shepherd, Angel, Fear, Nativity, Magi, Glory
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan analyzes the difficult circumstances surrounding Mary's delivery of Jesus and highlights what it means to serve the Kingdom of God versus the Kingdom of Darkness.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke analyzes the Song of Zechariah and highlights the joy that we find in the mercy of God.
Topics: Benedictus, Zechariah, John the Baptist, Mercy, Praise, Redemption
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Luke discusses Mary's song of praise and how it serves as a model for how to respond to God's mercy.
Topics: Mary, Magnificat, Worship, Song, Praise, Mercy, Faith, Greatness
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses Mary's interaction with the angel Gabriel and how she responded in faith to the life-changing news of her miraculous pregnancy.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series of the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses how events leading up to the birth of Christ highlight the humility of Jesus.
Topics: Jesus, Humility, Servant, Mary, Satan
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan discusses the faith of Zechariah and Elizabeth who miraculously became the parents of John the Baptist.
Topics: Elizabeth, Zechariah, John the Baptist, Gabriel, Faith, Infertility, Incense
Pastor Dan Rude begins our series on the Gospel of Luke. Dan examines the Apostle Luke's audience, sources, and purpose for writing an account of the life of Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude discusses the events surrounding the resurrection of Jesus and why His empty tomb is central to the Gospel.
Pastor Dan Rude examines Jesus' sovereignty over his own arrest and why he went to the cross willingly.
Pastor Luke Hukee wraps up our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke discusses the Apostle Paul's attitude toward suffering and how a proper perspective on pain will help us endure hardship in our lives.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke examines why Christians experience suffering and how God uses it to refine our hearts and reach the world.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan discusses the importance of love within the body of Christ and why unity is a powerful apologetic to the world.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines how our union with God is the foundation for our unity with other Christians, which in turn impacts our ability to reach the world with the Gospel.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan discusses how to navigate Gospel-centered conversations and why it's important to share your faith.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan discusses what it means to be an ambassador for Christ and why God uses us to represent Him.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke discusses Jesus' command to make disciples of all nations and how it should apply to the mission of our lives today.
Topics: The Gospel, Evangelism, Discipleship, The Great Commission, Baptism, Nations
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan discusses why having deep roots in Christ keeps us focused on pleasing God and investing in eternity.
Topics: Faith, Fruit, Judgment, Rewards, Decisions
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines the power of anxiety and how we will only find true peace when we to draw near to God.
Topics: Fear, Anxiety, Prayer, Peace, Trust, Truth
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke examines how the Holy Spirit uses God's Word both to produce the new birth and refine Christians.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines why God values faith and how to center our motivations around God's Word.
Topics: Faith, Belief, Rewards, Noah, Ark, Motivation
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan continues examining John 15 and discusses how abiding in Christ is linked to obedience.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life in Christ. Dan looks at God the Father's role in pruning our lives and the local church.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke examines the Apostle Paul's instructions to the Philippians related to unity and humility.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines what it takes to persevere through trials and temptation while following Christ for a lifetime.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines Jesus' commands to love your enemies and how to seek the highest good of those who oppose you on account of Christ.
Topics: Love, Hate, Enemy, Neighbor
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke talks about growing in thankfulness and how examining God's character and disposition toward us brings needed perspective.
Topics: Thankfulness, Thanksgiving, Gratitude, Promises, Grace, Mercy
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines a parable from Jesus on forgiveness and how bitterness leads to destruction in our lives.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan gives four principles for Gospel-centered giving and examines how the Early Church used their financial resources.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke examines the purpose of community and how God has the designed the local church to foster spiritual maturity.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines the far-reaching effects of pornography and God's desire for holiness in our sexuality.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines God's design for sex and the havoc created in our lives by sexual immorality.
Topics: Sex, Marriage, Immorality, Sin, Sanctification, Purity
Author, speaker, and counselor Joe Dallas continues our series on the new life we have in Christ. Joe shares his own story of sexual abuse, confusion, and rebellion, and how every person can find clarity, restoration, and hope through Christ.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Luke discusses how the Holy Spirit provides the power we need to overcome the sinful desires of our flesh.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the new life found in Christ. Dan examines a discussion between Jesus and a prominent Pharisee named Nicodemus about what it means to be born again.
Pastor Dan Rude launches a new series on the new life we have in Christ. Dan examines the temptation and fall of Adam and Eve and how sin breaks our relationship with God, other people, nature, and ourselves.
Topics: Sin, Fall of Man, Adam, Eve, Original Sin, Temptation, Satan, Lie, Curse, Garden of Eden
Pastor Luke Hukee wraps up our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke examines the roots of covetousness and how our hearts need to find satisfaction in Jesus.
Topics: Coveting, Jealousy, Greed, Idolatry
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan talks about how lying hurts others and damages our communion with God.
Topics: Lying, Truth, Deception, Joseph, Potiphar, Slander
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses God's command against stealing and how it manifests itself in our everyday lives.
Topics: Stealing, Theft, Property, Honesty, Satan
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses adultery, its effect on families, and God's vision for sex.
Topics: Sex, Adultery, Marriage, Relationships
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke examines why murder is wrong and why God examines even the evil intentions of our hearts.
Topics: Murder, Violence, Killing, War, Hatred, Anger
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke examines God's command to the Israelites to honor their parents and how straying from this directive has had massive repercussions in our society and relationships today.
Topics: Honor, Parenting, Children, Obedience, Family, Blessing, Promises
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines God's command to Israel to set aside a day of rest and if the command still applies to Christians today.
Topics: Sabbath, Rest, Law, Israel, Covenant
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke introduces the Ten Commandments and examines how idolatry is at the root of habitual sin in our lives.
Topics: Idolatry, Worship, Lies, Sin, Repentance, Law, Israel
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines how God's salvation flows into our desire to obey and receive blessings from Him.
Topics: Salvation, Blessing, Obedience
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines Moses' interaction with his Father-In-Law, Jethro, and our own need for humility and correction.
Topics: Humility, Jethro, Rebuke, Correction, Moses, Wisdom, Judgment
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines Israel's battle with the Amalekites and the fight of faith we must also engage in each day.
Topics: Faith, Fighting, War, Amalek, Israel, Battle, Moses, Aaron, Hur, Joshua, Prayer, Community
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses how Moses handled Israel's complaining and how we can learn to maintain perspective during difficulties.
Topics: Perseverance, Complaining, Grace, Leadership, Suffering, Trials
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke discusses how God provided for the nation of Israel despite their complaining, and how the Lord meets our needs today.
Topics: Provision, Food, Clothing, Shelter, Promises, Complaining, Attitude
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses Israel's complaining attitude and how we can choose an attitude of thankfulness each day.
Topics: Complaining, Thankfulness, Gratitude, Israel, Moses
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses how God delivered the Israelites by parting the Red Sea and how you can be set free through Christ today.
Topics: Red Sea, Israelites, Pharaoh, Egypt, Deliverance, Miracles, Freedom
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines the heart-condition of the Israelites as they approached the Red Sea and what spiritual slavery and freedom looks like today in our lives.
Topics: Slavery, Freedom, Red Sea, Israel, Flesh, Sin, Faith
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke examines how God led the nation of Israel through the wilderness and why we can trust Christ today when our life takes a confusing turn.
Topics: Promises, Covenant, Will, Sovereignty, Glory
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke discusses the significance of the Festival of Unleavened Bread and how we too are called to remember God and pass on our faith to the next generation.
Topics: Leaven, Bread, Festival, Passover, Food, Egypt, Parenting, Children
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan talks about the Passover meal and the importance of remembering what God has done for us.
Topics: Passover, Remembrance, Communion, Eucharist
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses how the sacrifice of Passover lambs in Egypt foreshadowed the substitutionary death of Christ for the world.
Topics: Atonement, Lamb, Sacrifice, Death, Plague, Judgment, Egypt, Israel
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses the killing of all firstborn males in Egypt and how this plague most clearly points to Christ.
Topics: Death, Egypt, Pharaoh, Plagues, Freedom
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan talks about the hardening of Pharaoh's heart and the role God played in directing Pharoah's decisions.
Topics: Sovereignty, Free Will, Pharaoh, Israel, Egypt, Sin, Heart
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Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan continues our discussion of the plagues how it addressed Egypt's idolatry and displayed God's Power.
Topics: Plagues, Egypt, Pharaoh, Idolatry
Pastor Bruce Crane continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Bruce discusses a series of plagues in Egypt and how they were intended to show that there is no other God like Yahweh.
Topics: Pharaoh, Egypt, Freedom, Plagues, Judgment, Israel, Moses, Aaron, Miracles, Magic
Pastor Steve Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Steve talks about how Moses and Aaron trusted God when they confronted Pharaoh and how we can position our hearts toward obedience when we face trials in our lives.
Topics: Faith, Heart, Obedience, Pharaoh, Moses, Aaron, Signs
Pastor Greg Altmaier continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Greg discusses God's covenant with Israel and the New Covenant established by Christ.
Topics: Covenant, Promises, Israel, Redemption, Judgment
Pastor Tim Greeno continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Tim looks at how God gave Moses a promise for future deliverance, which gave him hope to persevere even through oppression and unmet expectations.
Topics: Faith, Trials, Disappointment, Promises, Moses, Pharaoh, Israel
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke discusses God's faithfulness in His covenants and how He uses pure vessels for His holy work.
Topics: Covenant, Circumcision, Moses, Abraham, Zipporah, Holiness, Obedience
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Luke looks at how God asked Moses to do the impossible, and how you can discover God's sufficiency through obedience.
Topics: Obedience, Presence, Faith, Trust, Moses
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan talks about the mission God gave to Moses and the one He gives Christians today.
Topics: Promises, Immutability, Eternity, Covenant, God
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses God's covenant with Israel and why His promises are so important.
Topics: Covenant, Promises, Moses, Israel, Abraham, Abram, Fire
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines Moses's desire to rescue the Israelites from Egypt and what happens when we attempt to take control from God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines how God used the actions of Moses's mother, his sister, and Pharaoh's daughter to deliver him from death.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on The Book of Exodus. Dan analyzes Pharaoh's decision to kill newborn Hebrew boys and how fear can manipulate your behavior.
Topics: Fear, Pharaoh, Slavery, Children, Government, Abortion, Courage
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan examines Joseph's reunion with his brothers and the price of reconciliation in our lives.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Exodus. Dan discusses how God gave Joseph the ability to interpret Pharaoh's dream and why you can rely on God regardless of your circumstances.
Topics: Faith, Trials, Prosperity, Wisdom, Dreams, Pride, Pharaoh, Egypt, Joseph
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on The Book of Exodus. Luke discusses the character of Joseph and how he persevered through several tests upon his arrival in Egypt.
Topics: Temptation, Disappointment, Sex, Injustice, Presence, Sin
Pastor Luke Hukee launches a series on the Book of Exodus. Luke gives some context by examining Jacob's family and how his son Joseph ended up in Egypt.
Pastor Luke Hukee wraps up our series on the Book of Malachi. Luke talks about God's desire for the nation of Israel to return to Him and the role repentance plays in our lives today.
Topics: Repentance, Israel, Covenant, Obedience, Joy, John the Baptist, Elijah
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Luke discusses why it is worth it to follow Christ today in light of the coming day of judgment.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan discusses how a rich relationship with Christ comes through serving God on His terms and not our own.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan discusses how our spending is spiritual and offers an opportunity to meet needs and depend on God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan discusses the justice of God and how to respond when we feel wronged by others.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan talks about God's desire for us to live a life of undistracted devotion to Christ whether we are single, dating, or married.
Topics: Marriage, Dating, Love, Relationships, Sex, Singleness, Discipleship
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Luke talks about God's design for the covenant of marriage and why divorce deeply grieves Him.
Topics: Marriage, Divorce, Covenant, Family
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Luke talks about how leaders who are partial in their instruction of God’s Word will lead their followers into partial obedience of His Word.
Topics: Obedience, Teaching, Law, Partiality
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan talks about how focusing on the worthiness of Jesus gives us the perspective we need to live a life in obedience to Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Malachi. Dan talks about how God's desire for pure worship from Israel can provide us an important lesson about bringing our very best to the Lord.
Topics: Worship, Sacrifice, Heart, Animals, Israel, Priests
Pastor Dan Rude launches a new series on the Book of Malachi. Dan talks about God's love for his people and how our rebellious hearts lead us away from His design for our lives.
Topics: Love, Israel, Malachi, Heart, Sin
Pastor Luke Hukee wraps up our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke analyzes the Apostle Paul's mindset for interacting those outside of the Church.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke talks about how to grow in devotion to prayer and what gets in the way of consistency in this area of our lives.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan discusses the purpose of work and why God's vision for work is worthy of our labor.
Topics: Work, Labor, Jesus
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan talks about how God uses marriage for human flourishing and to reveal himself to mankind.
Topics: Marriage, Husbands, Wives, Roles, Family, Relationships
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke talks about how our identity in Christ leads to having a different attitude toward God and others.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan touches on the right way and the wrong way to deal with sin in our lives.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan highlights the importance of pursuing Christ rather than temporary things the world has to offer.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan examines the importance of finding freedom in the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice rather than looking to others' rules or convictions to determine your standing before God.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke discusses how to identify false teaching and why adding legalistic requirements to the Gospel saps the message of its power.
Topics: Heresy, False teaching, Circumcision, Legalism, Freedom
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan highlights the need for faith, spiritual discipline, and thankfulness in order to mature as a Christian.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke talks about how unity with fellow believers leads to a deep and confident understanding of Jesus.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Luke discusses the Apostle Paul's strategy for seeing others mature in Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan discusses the broken condition of humanity without Christ and the redemption we only find through Jesus.
Topics: Redemption, Sin, Depravity, Reconciliation, Peace, Obedience
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan discusses why our view of Jesus is so important and how understanding Christ's authority makes our role clearer.
Topics: Jesus, Divinity, Creation, Sovereignty, Authority
Pastor Dan Rude continues a series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan discusses how we can know the will of God and why it's worth it to grow in our knowledge of Christ.
Topics: Will of God, Knowledge, Prayer, Power, Sanctification
Pastor Dan Rude continues a new series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan talks about how the Gospel leads to faith, hope, and love in our lives.
Pastor Dan Rude begins a new series on the Epistle of Colossians. Dan talks about the city of Colossae and why what we believe about God is so important.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke touches on Jesus' example of serving others at the expense of His own life.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke discusses Jesus' encounter with a rich young ruler and how our entrance into God's Kingdom depends on the righteousness of Christ rather than our own wealth, status, or religious dedication.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan discusses the history of divorce, Jesus' teaching on the topic, and the modern-day implications of God's plan for marriage.
Topics: Marriage, Divorce, Moses, Adultery, Fornication, Pharisees, Fall of man
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how Christians should have God's attitude toward sin and not become a stumbling block to other believers.
Topics: Holiness, Sin, Immorality, Temptation, Sacrifice, Sex
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan discusses how humble service leads to knowing God better and helps us avoid unproductive competition with other Christians.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan discusses how humility leads to obedience and serving others as we'd serve Christ.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about how faith in Christ unlocks our access to God's power and grace.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about the significance of the transfiguration and why God's Word should direct our steps.
Topics: Transfiguration, Moses, Elijah, Glory, Miracles
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about the costs of being a fully-devoted follower of Christ, and the life we find only in Him.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how important it is to have an accurate view of Jesus, rather than letting popular opinion or our desires define our view of Him.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan speaks on the misplaced focus of the Pharisees and how God desires genuine worship from the heart.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan discusses how having compassion like Jesus will move you past the difficulty of loving people.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan contrasts Israel's attitude toward Gentiles and Jesus' response to a Canaanite woman's faith.
Topics: Faith, Race, Demons, Messiah
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how real change happens in our lives and how to find an abundant life in God.
Topics: Sanctification, Change, Heart, Holy Spirit
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about the legalism of first century Jewish pharisees and God's desire for obedience from a genuine heart.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about how the disciples' obedience to Jesus led them into a storm, and how God uses trials to shape us.
Topics: Humility, Trials, Faith, Courage, Obedience, Disciples, Jesus
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about the rhythm of the Christian life and how to avoid getting burned out in ministry.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about the death of John the Baptist and how we need to have proper expectations in our walk with Christ.
Pastor Dan Rude launches the second installment of our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how unbelief grows and what we can to do to see our faith in Christ flourish.
Pastor Dan Rude wraps up our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about the resurrection of Jesus and why his sacrifice was sufficient to pay for our sins.
Key scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Related passages: Romans 4 Topics: Easter, The Gospel, Resurrection, Jesus, Cross
Pastor Dan Rude wraps up our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about the mission and vision of Walnut Creek Church.
• Key scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 • Related passages: 2 Corinthians 5, Colossians 1 • Topics: Giving, The Gospel, Mission, Vision, Church, Building
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Luke talks about God's generous nature and the proper response to his grace in our lives.
• Key scripture: Malachi 3:7-12 • Related passages: Acts 2, 2 Corinthians 8, Philippians 2, Romans 5, 1 Timothy 6, Philippians 4, Matthew 6 • Topics: Giving, Generosity, Money, Finances, Grace, Tithing, Trust, Law
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Luke touches on the biblical example of meeting together in homes, and how our maturity, obedience, and fruitfulness is tied to our relationships with other believers.
• Key scripture: Hebrews 3:7-13 • Related passages: Ephesians 4, John 13, 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Romans 15 • Topics: Fellowship, Community, Obedience, Maturity
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Luke talks on the history of church gatherings and outlines the benefits of meeting together.
• Key scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25 • Related passages: Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 11, Ephesians 4, Acts 20, 2 Timothy 4, 1 Corinthians 16 • Topics: Church, Fellowship, Teaching, Worship, Encouragement
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about how prayer is the divine resource which connects us to God's power and a vital part of seeing His kingdom move forward.
• Key scripture: Matthew 7:7-12 • Related passages: Mark 14, Acts 4, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 5 • Topics: Prayer, Jesus, Disciples
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about how the significance of communion and biblical guidelines for participation.
• Key scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 • Related passages: Acts 2, Luke 22, Galatians 2, 2 Peter 1, Romans 8 • Topics: Communion, Unity, Passover
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about how fellowship reflects the nature of God and is essential to reaching the world with the Gospel.
• Key scripture: John 17:15-23 • Related passages: Psalm 103, Psalm 139, Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 1, Mark 8 • Topics: Fellowship, Love, Community, Trinity
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan talks about the importance of reading the Bible and gives an example of how to study through a passage.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 • Related passages: Acts 2, Psalm 19, 1 John 1, Psalm 119, Isaiah 66 • Topics: Bible, Sanctification
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Luke discusses how true joy is found in our relationship with Jesus and living in accordance with his commands.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9 • Related passages: Acts 2, Luke 24, John 15, Philippians 1, Philippians 3 • Topics: Joy, Salvation, Obedience, Humility
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Luke discusses who should get baptized, the symbolic meaning of baptism, and why Christians should follow Christ's example in this area.
• Key scripture: Romans 6:1-11 • Related passages: Matthew 3, Matthew 28, Acts 2, Acts 8, Acts 10 • Topics: Baptism, Obedience
Pastor Dan Rude introduces a new series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan defines discipleship and highlights the importance of understanding the message of Gospel as the Apostles understood it.
• Key scripture: Acts 2:1-40 • Related passages: John 14, Hebrews 5, Luke 24, Acts 17 • Topics: Early church, Repentance, Gospel, Discipleship, Pentecost
Pastor Dan Rude introduces a new series on discipleship, community, and the early church. Dan outlines the importance of living by the power of the Holy Spirit.
• Key scripture: Acts 1:1-8 • Related passages: Luke 1, Matthew 28, 1 Corinthians 6, Romans 8 • Topics: Holy Spirit, Early church
Pastor Dan Rude wraps up our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how living sacrificially for Christ only makes sense in light of God's coming wrath.
Topics: Wrath, Noah, Flood, Judgment
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan highlights how Jesus' exclusive position as king and judge allows us to fully rely on His grace, serve Him joyfully, and extend forgiveness to others.
Topics: Grace, Anxiety, Forgiveness, Judgment
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how mankind is separated from God by sin and the unique role King Jesus plays in the story of redemption.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Luke talks about how worship involves daily acknowledging God for who he is and what he has done—leading to a life of joyful surrender and service to Christ.
Topics: Worship, Creation, Humility
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Luke examines a description of God's throne room and highlights that we are created to praise, worship, honor, and adore Jesus.
Topics: Worship, Sovereignty, Judgment, Glory
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how born-again followers of Christ are doers of the Word—leading to a transformed life of generosity.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan highlights the importance of centering our lives around Jesus, rather than slipping into lukewarm apathy.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how God uses trials in our lives to expose our faith and grow our faith in Him.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how improper motivation can lead to apathy in our relationship with God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about the false teaching of Baalam and Jezebel in Thyatira, and humanity's soft spot for sexual immorality.
Topics: Thyatira, Balaam, Jezebel, Sex, False teaching
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how to protect yourself from false teaching and Satan's plan for the Church.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Luke talks about how false teaching makes its way into churches and how we can guard ourselves from it.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Luke gives some principles for remaining faithful during trials.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Luke gives some history of the church at Smyrna and talks about persevering in the midst of persecution.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how to prioritize your love for Jesus and ways to keep from growing cold in our daily walk with God.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan examines what Jesus is like presently and how He is both powerful and merciful.
Topics: Jesus, Divinity, Church, Power, Mercy
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how obedience to God can actually induce suffering and why following Jesus is still worth it despite trials.
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about how Christ has freed believers from the slavery of sin and how he'll return to earth in glory one day.
Topics: Freedom, Slavery, Sin, Identity, Second Coming
Pastor Dan Rude launches a new series on the Book of Revelation. Dan talks about the authorship, audience, and purpose of the book.
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about Jesus' interaction with demons and how evil influences the world we live in.
• Key scripture: Mark 5:1-20 • Related passages: Ephesians 6, John 8, Ephesians 2, Mark 1 • Topics: Satan, Demons, Jesus, Evil
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke talks about persevering through trials by trusting in God's goodness, power, and authority.
• Key scripture: Mark 4:35-41 • Related passages: Romans 8, Ephesians 3, Hebrews 13, 2 Corinthians 1, Psalm 23 • Topics: Trials, Perseverance, Fear, Comfort
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan contrasts people who respond to the Gospel harshly and those who receive the seed with gladness and a genuine faith.
• Key scripture: Mark 4:18-20 • Related content: 1 John 2, Matthew 13, Psalm 27 • Topics: Salvation, Faith, The Gospel, Evangelism
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan discusses the importance of being faithful to sow the Gospel and not focusing on immediate results.
• Key scripture: Mark 4:10-20 • Related passages: Mark 3, Romans 10, Psalm 126 • Topics: Sin, Salvation
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks on the power of The Gospel and addresses why Jesus spoke in parables.
• Key scripture: Mark 4:10-20 • Related passages: Mark 1, Mark 8 • Topics: Jesus, Parables, The Gospel
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke teaches on how followers of Christ must deny themselves and follow Jesus with their whole lives.
• Key scripture: Mark 2:13-14 • Related passages: Mark 8, Luke 5, Matthew 9, Romans 12 • Topics: Authority, Jesus
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan unpacks the story of a paralytic who was healed and forgiven by Jesus.
• Key scripture: Mark 2:1-12 • Related passages: Isaiah 1, Psalm 103 • Topics: Forgiveness, Healing, Jesus, Divinity
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke shares some observations about Jesus' prayer life and outlines the value of prayer in our lives.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:35-38 • Related passages: Mark 6, Philippians 4 • Topics: Prayer, Jesus
Pastor Luke Hukee continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Luke discusses how Jesus taught with authority regarding the Scriptures, evil, and his role in the Kingdom of God.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:21-28 • Related passages: Luke 4, Isaiah 61, Mark 6, Matthew 5, Matthew 7 • Topics: Authority, Jesus, Teaching
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan highlights how Jesus wants us to join him in his mission.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:16-20 • Related passages: John 13, 1 Thessalonians 3, 1 Corinthians 13 • Topics: Mission, Jesus, Discipleship, Evangelism
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how in order to be a citizen of God's kingdom, we must be born again.
• Key scriptures: Mark 1:14-20 • Related passages: Luke 4, John 18, Revelation 21, John 3 • Topics: The Gospel, Regeneration, Repentance, Kingdom
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about how we must walk in God's Spirit—relying on His power to live righteous and fruitful lives.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:9-13 • Related passages: Isaiah 44, 1 Samuel 16, Psalm 51, Acts 1, Ephesians 1, 2 Corinthians 3 • Topics: Ministry, Holy Spirit
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about John the Baptist and what true repentance looks likes like in our lives.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:1-8 • Related passages: Isaiah 40, Luke 3 • Topics: Repentance, John the Baptist
Pastor Dan Rude kicks off a new series on the Gospel of Mark. Dan talks about who Mark was and gives some historical perspective.
• Key scripture: Mark 1:1 • Related passages: Acts 12, Acts 15 • Topics: Mark, Failure, History, Early church
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on 1 Peter. Dan wraps up chapter one by discussing how discipleship needs to be rooted in preaching the Gospel and loving God's Word.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25 • Related passages: Mark 4, 1 Corinthians 3, Philippians 1, 1 Peter 2 • Topics: Bible, Discipleship, Church
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on 1 Peter. Dan teaches that in order to live a holy life, we must remember that we will all stand before God and be judged when we die.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21 • Related passages: Ephesians 4, Colossians 3, Matthew 6 • Topics: Holiness, Obedience, Judgment
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on 1 Peter. Dan talks about how God want us to live a holy life and use our lives to accomplish His purposes on earth.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-17 • Related passages: Jeremiah 9, 2 Timothy 2, Joshua 24 • Topics: Holiness, Thoughts
Pastor Dan Rude continues with chapter one with our series on 1 Peter. Dan talks about how God's salvation of His people was the emphasis of the Old Testament prophets, the Holy Spirit, and the Apostles.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12 • Related passages: Isaiah 53, Daniel 7 • Topics: Old Testament, Prophets, Glory, Holy Spirit
Pastor Dan continues a series on 1 Peter. Dan talks about how we can rejoice because of God's great mercy, our new birth in Christ, our living hope in Him, and our eternal inheritance as Christians.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 • Related passages: John 3, Acts 13, Deuteronomy 10, Lamentations 3 • Topics: Mercy, Salvation, Hope, Inheritance
Pastor Dan Rude begins our new series on 1 Peter. Dan gives some background information on why 1 Peter was written and how we can apply it to our lives today.
• Key scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 • Related passages: Psalm 1, 2 Corinthians 5 • Topics: Peter, Nero, Hope, Perseverance
Pastor Luke Hukee concludes our series on 1 John. Luke discusses the importance of testing what we hear with God's Word.
Key scripture: 1 John 4:1-4 Related passages: 1 John 2, Acts 20, 2 John 1, Romans 15 Topics: False Teachers, Truth, Deceit
Pastor Dan Rude continues our series on 1 John. Dan talks about the importance of having a faith that endures.
Key scripture: 1 John 2:28-3:3 Related passages: 2 Corinthians 5, Ephesians 2, 1 John 1, Hebrews 11, 2 Corinthians 4 Topics: Perseverance, Faith, Identity, Assurance