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Venture Church is a diverse group of people from all backgrounds. We don’t need to have it all together, because God does. You don’t have to dress up or be super spiritual. Just be yourself, whether you’ve been following Christ for 30 years or are just looking for some meaning in your life.
Come as you are, grab a cup of coffee, and connect with people who care. You’re welcome here.
Which story are you telling the world? Is your story one of defeat, hopelessness, or of the risen Christ whose salvation dawns for each of us?
What is the difference between guilt, regret, fear, and faith in our response to Christ?
Does your response to the cross of Jesus openly mock Him, silently mock Him or honor Him?
Have you ever had that little voice in your head telling you something is about to go really bad, but you chose to ignore it?
Peter denied Jesus 3 times before sunrise in spite of all claims of loyalty. How can we recover from blatant failures in our walk with God?
In all of human history, there has never been a tragic irony greater than the trial of Jesus.
One by one, the disciples turned on Jesus. Could it be just as easy for us to forget about Jesus?
Judas and Jesus had very different plans at the Last Supper. One served darkness while the other brought light through the ultimate sacrifice.
Do you worship Christ out of convenience or is your life consumed with knowing, following, and proclaiming His glory?
The sun, moon, and stars go dark. Then things get really scary! Don't miss the nail-biting cliffhanger to Shadows Rise.
A groupie longs to be known by their relationship to a famous person. But, the moment that person is no longer famous they move on.
This morning, we’re joined by special guest Brody Holloway, director of Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters.
Why do we find it so hard to live under Jesus' authority? Is it because we're Americans or could there be a deeper reason?
Would you describe life as insanely busy but noticeably lacking? How can life be so full and so empty at the same time?
Everybody has a purpose, but some of us try to find that purpose in people and places that leave us empty rather than fill us with life.
Faith is not simply a concept. It's a real thing. As weak and as frail as it may be, we must have it. But what does God call faith?
It's the most difficult relationship any of us will ever venture to have. What does the Bible say about ending a marriage?
Are we putting our faith in God or in the outcomes we think he can bring us? Our new series, Shadows Rise, begins today!
Are we so busy pushing our own opinions that we're missing Jesus altogether? Maybe it's time to listen to what He actually says.
When we Christians get a little too big for our britches, God has a way of humbling us.
Have you ever turned your house upside down looking for something that was literally sitting right in front of you?
Genuine humility is a testimony of strength rather than weakness, but what does that strength look like?
Religious views of sin and holiness try to beat you down for things that aren't actually in the Bible. But what is real depravity?
Jesus takes the gloves off and gives the religious hypocrites a Mike Tyson-style beatdown in the street.
The disciples just watched him feed 5,000 men. Now he's walking on water, but can Jesus be trusted as the God he claims to be?
We often tell God what our needs are and how to meet them. But we often overlook that our ultimate need is Him - God our provider.
One man was given every opportunity for greatness in this world and in the Kingdom of God – but he blew it.
Jesus faced heart-wrenching rejection from his own family and hometown. But his mission never waivered.
Are you overwhelmed with feelings of hopelessness? You’re not alone. Discover how Jesus brings hope in even the most desperate of circumstances.
Bound in chains and out of his mind, there was no hope for this man… until Jesus came on the scene.
Can you believe in Jesus as a good moral teacher, but deny his claim to be God? Did he even make that claim in the first place?
Jesus used stories about everyday life to reveal 4 truths about how we can experience the Kingdom of God.
In religion, performance trumps the heart. However, a relationship with God's heart always dictates performance.
People have been trying to figure out the unpardonable sin for centuries. Let's investigate the actual words of Jesus in Mark 3:28-30.
Christ ignited vastly different reactions from the people he encountered. Some even thought He was crazy! How would you respond to Jesus?
Jesus made his opposition to religion abundantly clear throughout the Gospels. What's the difference in religion vs. God?
We can all point to mistakes and missed opportunities in life where we did a good thing, but we did it at the wrong time.
Do you feel you are too big of a sinner for God and thus can’t bring yourself to repent, believe and follow Him? We have Good News!
Mark 1:29-45 reveals three clarifications about the person and mission of Christ – Hope!
Does your inward submission to Jesus’ authority match your outward acknowledgment of his identity?
Grace is free, but there’s still a cost. Mark 1:14-20 presents three clear demands for any follower of Jesus Christ.
Join us as we begin a new adventure through the most epic story ever told. Get ready to experience the Story of Jesus like never before!
Sometimes the church feels like a dysfunctional family. Ephesians 4:13-16 gives us 3 ways for every Christian to contribute in the church.
Do you ever feel like being a Christian just sucks? Like you started following Jesus and everyone turned against you? There’s hope.
Are you living as a victorious child of God or as a slave to the world's culture? How do you transform your culture from one to the other?
Do you believe Christ’s death is enough? Colossians 2:9-15 challenges believers to abandon religious practices for something greater.
The Apostle Paul gives us 4 secrets to rise up and choose joy not matter what circumstances we face.
It's easy to lose hope when you don't remember what you're fighting for. Paul describes 3 prizes that await every follower of Christ.
How do we Rise Up in 2021 after the most devestating year in many of our lives? It's time to remember Whose we are!
Mothers weep as babies are silenced. Will the Child of Hope survive the evil king's wrath? Join us for the epic conclusion of #TheKing.
What do Cousin Eddie, King Herod, and the Wise Men all have in common? Join us to find out why motives matter in seeking The King.
Have you ever been in a predicament that required crazy faith? Join us and let the story of Joseph and Mary inspire you!
Jesus is The King, but you’ll be shocked by the family tree that led up to his birth! Advent Series: Geneology of Christ
Pastor Austin Rammell identifies 3 toxic emotions to abandon as we embrace emotional intelligence in marriage. #becomingUs
How to keep you and your spouse headed in the same direction. Venture Church Online's marriage series. #becomingus
The Gospel teaches us how to serve your spouse in a way that truly unleashes the power of God to become “us.”
5 ways The Lord's Prayer can help you communicate with your spouse or significant other. Special Guest: Ray Hardee from The Point Church
Is your marriage like a healthy plant or a kudzu vine? Let's discover 4 insights the Gospel creates for an ideal marriage! #becomingus
To truly experience the eternal life we have in Christ we have to know and apply some essential Gospel-oriented wisdom.
God’s will is not for you to be happy but rather to equip you to choose joy! Join us as we talk about how to live out His will in your life.
Relationships with people in the church can sometimes be the worst! How do we resolve that and truly experience life in the church?
If you've ever felt unworthy to share the Gospel because of your failures, the Bible has 3 promises that will give you a confident faith.
Everybody knows they will die and most believe they will be judged. So how do we truly live with that reality?
How do you truly live after you lose a loved one? How do you live knowing death is in your future?
Is life truly experienced to its fullest on a mountain top of a great victory or in day to day humble living nowhere near the mountain?
The media and culture say that having sex whenever you want is how to truly experience life. Is there a place for sexual purity in 2020?
No movements, strategies, motivations, or marketing plans will ever take the place of a genuine love that transforms lives for the Gospel.
Sometimes it's easy to pretend persecution of the church doesn't exist in the United States. But, how we deal with it can change lives.
The universe was formed by God’s Word. The Bible is God’s Word. It will transform you, but what is it?
Is your leadership of other people about yourself or is it genuinely focused on leading others to the joy and blessing knowing Jesus?
Have you ever had something good done for you ruined because it was done with the wrong reasons? Godly motives matter, don’t they?
God's plan is not to lead people conversion but rather transformation! But what does that transformation look like?
For Christians, the reality of our existence is fundamentally different than anybody else in this world.
John taught some things about prayer that are not exactly popular but they are vital for us to hear.
As Christians, we try not to offend but some things are unavoidable. Join us as we explore the harsh realities of the Gospel!
What is the evidence of a person who has truly been born of God - a true Christian? Jonathan Pugh examines 1 John 5:1-3 to find the answer.
Black and white pastors get together on Zoom for an honest conversation about racial tensions within the church and across our country.
Can you really be a follower of Jesus without loving others in the church? What's the difference between Christian love and loving non-believers?
Love casts out fear, but it’s very likely not at all what you’re thinking. Join as we learn how love actually cures fear. #SeriouslyWhatIsLove [...]
Why is it important for the church to meet together? Is it simply a matter of exercising our constitutional rights? With Jonathan Pugh and Hank Parker, Jr.
By nature love always demonstrates itself and as such testifies of its source and purpose. So what does that say about how we love? [...]
Love is rooted in the identity of who God is. Therefore, it is important to know God as the Trinity and to think about his divine attributes.
So many spend their lives chasing after this thing called love. Going from one relationship to the next trying to find it. One career and hobby to the next trying to find it.
How do you balance a calling to the ministry with your work in the secular marketplace? Jonathan talks with Venture volunteer pastor Randall Wright.
God places gifts and desires in your heart to help guide you in what He has called you to do. So, how do we identify that calling in our life?
Jonathan interviews Venture auto shop owner Terry Gregoire about fulfilling God's call in your work at a "secular" career.
God uses our gifting to help us know and faithfully live out our calling. Join Venture's online worship gathering Sunday at 9:30am on Facebook & YouTube.
How do I know if I'm called to full-time ministry? Jonathan talks with Pastor Denny and Bonnie Emmons, who pastored churches for 40 years.
The main figures in the Bible had a special calling of God that made it really easy for them to know what they are supposed to do. How does that help us?
Jonathan talks with Christian counselors about anxiety & our vocational calling. How does the call of God affect our career path and how do [...]
Associate Pastor Jonathan Pugh explores two characteristics of the extra-ordinary calling of Christ: our identity our purpose. 1 Peter 2:9
Jonathan interviews his parents about their calling into ministry and how it has impacted their lives. Bible Study of Matthew 16.
Christ has a clear calling as he walked on the earth. But, before He left, he called us to a clear purpose as well. Discover the calling God has for you.
What is the Trinity and how is the Holy Spirit misunderstood in the church today? Featuring Zach Mabry from SWO and Venture Student Pastor Chris Mintz.
Christianity is deeply spiritual but not everything spiritual is Christian. So how do we know the difference? Join us we look at 1 John 4:1-6.
Truth and Feelings It is true that faith is a conscious decision to believe what God said about Himself. Believe what He did and [...]
Austin and Jonathan take a look at Jonathan Edwards to see what an 18th century pastor has to say to us about faith and feelings today.
Jonathan talks with Isaac and Malachi about how Christians should live in a world that doesn't necessarily want them around.
1 John 3:10-18 draws a real, specific and very practical line in the sand on whether we are Christian or not. Venture's online worship gathering.
Associate Pastor Jonathan Pugh talks about what it means to practice our faith in day-to-day living. What team are you on?
What does it mean to involve both your head and your emotions in your relationship with God?
In today's Deep Dive, we're joined by Bee and Chris Mintz who discuss married finances and how sharing their money impacts their relationship.
The clarity of knowing what Biblical Christianity actually is brings tremendous confidence and direction for you life.
The debate over capitalism vs socialism is huge in our country right now. But, is one or the other actually Biblical?
The Bible says a ton about money. This week, we’re going to focus on how God wants us to spend our money in a [...]
Austin and Jonathan go deep into 1 John 2:24-29 to discover what it means to have assurance that we are saved.
Austin and Jonathan address 3 wide-spread heretical teachings influencing the American church today.
The Bible says a TON about money. Join us for Part 1 of Austin’s 2-part series on how the Bible tells us to make [...]
Caleb and Austin talk about the difference between working to improve your life vs. lusting after the things of this world.
The power to live in the present is found in the confident hope of the future, but how we have be confident about the [...]
God loves everybody. But, He also made it real clear that certain people don’t belong in his house! Who is the real antichrist?
Have your ever bought something for your house and when you got it home it didn’t fit? The same things happens in our relationship with Christ.
Have you ever heard The Gospel presented like a high-pressure sales pitch? Jonathan and Caleb discuss the impact altar calls have had on church [...]
It's one thing to say you're something, but it's another thing to actually be something. What’s the minimal proof that you are a follower of Christ?
There is nothing that creates a deeper more enjoyable sense of home with others than winning.
Austin and Jonathan explore the origins and teachings of Gnosticism and how it conflicts with the Gospel.
Are you a Christian who has always been scared of people finding out who you really are? Join us as learn about the significance of the blood of Christ!
Home is a living, breathing relationship where you belong. It forms you, drives you and ultimately defines you! First message of our series on 1 John 1 & 2.
Millions of people around the world claim Christianity as their religion. But, what does it really mean to follow Jesus? Final message in The [...]
In the modern landscape of Christianity many people are confused over what Jesus has given them and thus what they should be sharing with others.
The Gospel is central our identity as Christians. But, exactly what is the Gospel and how do we share that good news with others?
Most Christians know they are supposed to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but feel confused on what to say. Great Commission Sermon Series
Who are the people far from God that you are intentionally building a sincere relationship with?
Austin & Jonathan discuss the debates many churches have over musical styles and how these "worship wars" have divided the church.
Next to salvation, there could be no greater gift than for God to give us us an immeasurably valuable purpose for living! Join as we explore that purpose.
Special guests John Cass and Keith Zachary join the discussion about God's judgement and grace as revealed in Psalm 147.
Do you understand enough about the majesty of God and your own depravity, that you sincerely praise Him for His grace?
Special guest host Caleb Sutton joins Jonathan to discuss how Christians defend life both before and after birth. Does being pro-life really mean you have to be anti-woman?
People have been arguing about what real worship is for 1,000’s of years. Ironically the Bible is very clear on the subject. Final message in Psalms Series.
It is common in our culture for people to say they have a relationship with God. But what does your relationship with God actually mean?
How does David's concept of group praise compare to our western view of individual worship?
This week, Austin and Caleb talk about praying the scriptures and what it means for God to make His face shine upon us.
It's a universal principle that the one whose will you celebrate the most is the one you love the most. Join us as we see how this principle applies to living in an actual relationship with God!
How do I know whether my own actions come from righteous motives? There can be nothing more tricky than deciphering through the motives of the human heart.
Is there a place for violence or pacifism in the Christian life? Austin and Jonathan take a closer look at Psalm 59.
There is nothing that hurts like betrayal! How does an actual relationship with God affect how you handle it? Join us as we study [...]
Psalm 51 is David's most well-known hymn of repentance. Austin and Jonathan discuss the difference between true sorrow for sin versus regret over getting caught.
Biblical repentance has tons of worthless knockoff brands that accomplish nothing. Join us as we study Psalm 51 and see it for what really is.
Psalm 23 Did you know Jesus already did a deep dive into the 23rd Psalm? Join Austin & Jonathan as they discuss how Christ [...]
There is a lot of buzz these days over who people feel is more privileged. Join us as we study Psalms 23 – the [...]
Very few people associate the word waiting with anything positive. However, David was able to associate “waiting” with something amazing – courage! Join us [...]
Austin and Jonathan talk about the 2 ways God reveals Himself to His people in Psalm 19.
Austin and Jonathan take a closer look at Psalm 13 and explore David's hymn of doubt and faith.
Do you ever find yourself doubting God? Don’t worry, one of the greatest men in the Bible did as well! Join us as we study Psalm 13 and see how David handled doubt.
In today's Deep Dive, Austin & Jonathan talk about the role of women in the church and the importance of diversity.
In our fast paced, highly connected society we always have something in front of us demanding our attention. What happens when we fix our eyes on the revealed Glory of God?
Far too many people have been burned by church because of the people inside. But, what does a Gospel-centered Missional Community look like in our church?
Austin & Jonathan discuss how the church is supposed to work together in unity. In-depth discussion of Romans 15:1-13 from Venture Church.
Ever feel like what you do doesn’t matter? Do you know that if you are a believer you are called to do something that does?
Ever argued about whether its ok to have a glass of wine, cut your grass on Sunday or take your kids trick-or-treating? How do we resolve these debates?
The Gospel frees God’s people from the Law of Moses, but it points us to an even greater law of love!
Should Christians honor a government that doesn't honor God? How to do we respond to those with political ideologies that oppose our values.
Discovering your spiritual gifts isn't nearly as important as knowing the one who gave them.
Just how awesome is God? Combine Thanos with an Infinity Gauntlet + every Avenger in Endgame + every member of the Justice League and you haven't even gotten started.
What does it mean that God is our father? Special Father's Day message from our friend, Brody Halloway.
Ever find yourself feeling just a little bit superior about your spirituality? Don't forget where you came from!
Many people have either been taught or assumed that God’s heart is to condemn sinners, however this is a gross misunderstanding of who God is!
Have you ever wondered why religion seems to always get God wrong? Romans 9:14-10:13 gives us a perfectly good reason why!
To be God means to be sovereign but what does it mean to be sovereign? God Is Sovereign Fact 1 – God is not [...]
Do you ever feel like God has favorites? Worried there is no way he would ever pick you to be His? Join us as [...]
What am I destined to do? It's the ultimate question of life! Join us as we find the answer in Romans 8:28-30.
Romans 8:31-39 is one of the most of the motivational passages in the Bible. Join us as we get revved up by God’s Word to fight the good fight!
Does the idea of praying freak you out? Join us as we study Romans 8:26-27 and find out why it shouldn’t!
How would you live your life today if you knew that tomorrow was going to be the greatest day imaginable? Join us as we [...]
Romans 8:5-17 highlights the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer … and its awesome! Notes If you have surrendered [...]
Can a person get to heaven by following the 10 Commandments? The Law Isn’t The Plan! The Covenant God made with Israel via Moses [...]
Be A Slave of Christ! Live under the authority of the master who is actually over you – Christ! (6:12-18) Don’t submit yourself to [...]
As one who claims to be a Christian what is your attitude towards your own sin? Know Who You Are Our past identity is [...]
A bridge forms a connection between two different places and its why understanding where the bridge of Christ’s Grace takes us is so life [...]
If you’ve ever felt unworthy of God’s love, this message is for you. Associate Pastor Jonathan Pugh shows how God’s love is greater than [...]
How is God’s grace practical in daily living? Let’s start with its effect in suffering! Hope Christ’s death (Grace!) has established two permanent realities [...]
If Grace is the bridge to everything then how do we cross the bridge? It’s Always Been Grace Through Faith Moses taught that righteousness [...]
God demands righteousness, but we can never erase our own sin. So, what bridges the gap between God and man? Christ: The Work of [...]
If God gave people a religion would it work? Why God-Given Religion Doesn’t Work Romans 3:1-20 The religion God gave the Jews was a [...]
How should Christians respond to the pressure of being religious? Don’t Be Ashamed To Abandon Religion Romans 1:8-17 The Church in Rome was famous [...]
Does religion seem hypocritical to you? Well… you might be on to something! The Hypocrisy of Religion Religion is man’s effort to meet the [...]
If you want to know why religion fails look no further than what it means to be human. Human Nature By nature mankind suppresses [...]
God never planned on your success and that’s REALLY good news! Message Notes Paul didn’t see himself as one called to achieve success for [...]
Learn how a former slave girl rose to prominence and sparked the Gospel’s explosion into Europe. Snowbird director Spencer Davis leads us through the [...]
One of the most inspirational stories in the Bible is about Ruth but more importantly it sets the stage for the most awesome gift [...]
Do you ever feel like your past defines who you are? There is good news… it doesn’t! Study Notes
Final message in the Book of Job series. Job encounters God and surrenders fully to him. Study Notes
The way we experience life’s circumstances is powerfully linked to the focus of our life. #TheBookOfJob #DareToVenture Study Notes
How moldable are you and why does that matter so much to God? #TheBookOfJob #DareToVenture Study Notes
Bitterness tends to be a silent but always deadly disease within the human hearts especially when its towards God. Study Notes
If God has forgiven my sins, will I still experience negative consequences when I do something wrong? Study Notes
So I believe it isn’t sin but somebody else does… who is right? #TheBookOfJob #DareToVenture Study Notes
How can a person actually be right before God? #TheBookOfJob #DareToVenture Study Notes
How can a just God let the wicked live with ease while the righteous suffer? Join us as we study Job 20 & 21. [...]
Ever seen a beam of faith from somebody in the midst of total darkness … how does that happen? Join us as we study [...]
What does the Bible say happens to us when we die? In The Book of Job chapters 13-15, Job and his friends get it [...]
Does being a truly faithful Christian give me the right to have good health and financial prosperity? #TheBookOfJob #DareToVenture Study Notes
Last week was a lesson on how to minister to the broken but today is all about how NOT to! When reaching out to [...]
Do you fear making things worse for people who are going through a tragedy? How do you minister to the broken? Join us as [...]
Today we begin our study of the book of Job and the central question it presents – is God worthy of our worship no [...]
The measure of your faith is determined by what it’s actually placed in. Who we actually believe God to be? #Job #DareToVenture Study Notes
There is no team that should ever have as many different gifts and personalities as the local church. But, there is also no team [...]
What does it mean that my personality and abilities are gifts from God? How are they meant to bring fulfillment in life? #TheWay #DareToVenture [...]
What does it mean to sacrificially love one another? Are willing to put our own needs aside to meet the needs of others? Study [...]
Many people feel guilty that what they are able to give is not enough. Others feel offended that they are expected to give at [...]
Are you a giver or taker of relationally? Today, Pastor Austin Rammell shows how to build lasting friendships by serving and caring for one [...]
Are you living your life as if there will be no reward for faithfulness to Christ and/or no consequence for rebellion? Study Notes
Are you living a life of entitlement feeling as if you deserve to be served or are you living a life of service to [...]
The call for all Christians to be His witnesses certainly includes sharing the Gospel but it also has massive implications on how our life [...]
Did you know “moron” is both a greek and english word that essentially means the same thing. The final passage in the book of [...]
Have you ever heard that actions speak louder than words? Well… they are supposed to! Join us as we study Titus 2:7-8 and find [...]
How does the way you behave and perform on the job affect your co-workers impression of the Gospel? #restored Study Notes
How is your relationship with Christ equipping and motivating you to engage a world far from God with the Gospel of Christ? #restored Study [...]
Is a wife really expected to submit to her husband and if so what does that even look like? Join us as we do [...]
What does Biblical femininity look like? Join us as we study Titus 2:3-5. #Restored Note: This week’s message is a continuation of the previous message [...]
Ever feel powerless? Like you just don’t matter? Guest speaker Keith Zachary shows us how God made you with a purpose and gives you [...]
Do you have relationships deep enough in the church that it matters how you live? Join us as we study Titus 2:1-6. #Restored Study [...]
Do you ever feel like God is far from you? Join us as we find out why Easter is the ultimate cure for that [...]
How seriously do you take the motives in your own heart? Join as we study through the book of Titus and God’s plan for [...]
Do you know that God made you to be a leader? Join us as we study God’s plan for living! #Restored Study Notes
Would you describe your life as one that has and is being restored by the Gospel or something else? Study Notes
If you’ve ever struggled to study the Bible, or felt guilty for ignoring it, this message is for you! Austin Rammell gives real-world suggestions [...]
What level of frustration do you have with the Bible and God? Do you find yourself digging in the Bible to justify your actions [...]
Is the Bible just an ancient collection of stories and good advice, or is it the actual words God spoke to mankind? Related Article: [...]
How seriously are you taking your propensity to sin? Are you wandering off into the wilderness of temptation with disregard for the potential disaster ahead? [...]
Does God really care about our needs? Do our prayers really make a difference? Study Notes
Is your spirituality centered in the joy of knowing and being known by God or the pride of your own accomplishments? Study Notes
If you have any religious background you know this command. But what does it mean? Study Notes
The Good News of Christmas is that we can be confident that Christ is not going to get distracted in His mission to rescue [...]
Have you grabbed hold of the incredible truth of who Jesus is and all He has done? Discussion Guide: Gifts vs. Exchanges Study Notes
Have you ever wondered if God has abandoned this world? The birth of John the Baptist tells a very different story. Related: Providence Discussion [...]
Does your parenting influence your children to follow Christ and love others the way He wants us to? Please Note: The power went out [...]
What does submission to your husband demonstrate about the level of confidence and joy you are experiencing in your relationship with God? Study Notes
Is your marriage two independent people who have bound themselves together as one for the purpose of glorifying God? Study Notes
How much authority does God’s Word have with you? How much of your life is proclaiming the Gospel and how much is proclaiming something [...]
When the New Heaven and New Earth are revealed, God will dwell with his people forever. How much value to you place on a [...]
The Church, who has been oppressed and persecuted under the reign of Satan, will one day be resurrected and rule the earth with Christ! [...]
Christ returns to collect his bride and stamp out his enemies. What hero are you trusting in? Study Notes
How seriously do you take the deceitfulness of the ethos of Satan and the ability of your own heart to engage with it? Study [...]
What are you selling yourself to? Does your experience point to the worship of yourself, other people, things, or God? Study Notes
How seriously do you treat spiritual apathy and “sleepiness” in your own life? Study Notes
Revelation 15 is giving John an introduction to the total unrelenting wrath that will be poured out on unredeemed humanity from God’s indignation against [...]
Do you trust Jesus enough to believe a life lived loving and obeying Him is worth it? Study Notes
Satan peddles a false version of almost everything God has to offer. Do you know enough about the one true God to know what’s [...]
A pregnant woman. A ferocious dragon. And angels and demons battling in the heavens. But, this is no Tolkien fantasy. Study Notes
Do you depend on the Word of God for life, purpose, meaning and value or is it something you simply observe? Study Notes
Get ready to meet the ultimate Avenger. Removal of the Seventh Seal in Revelation 8 unleashes the horrifying consequences as God avenges the persecution [...]
What is the point of the 144,000 in Revelation 7? How can we know if we are counted among the elect? Related: Revelation 7 [...]
Everything in this world testifies that the curse of sin is death. So what things in this world are you trying to find life [...]
Revelation chapter 5 focuses on the awesomeness of Jesus as King of the redeemed because he has purchased them by his blood. Study Notes
The introduction of the vision sets the tone, both for this chapter and the rest of book, that Jesus is God! Study Notes
Are you an “I Got This” Christian trying to prove to yourself, God and everybody else that you have life by the horns? This [...]
Associate Pastor Scott Sherrill talks about how to find true meaning in day-to-day living. Study Notes
Is your life producing love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23)? Is it a testimony of the Gospel of Christ [...]
At what level are you committed to rescue others and do you know enough about the Gospel to understand the difference between varying convictions over [...]
It is perhaps the most avoided book by preachers and church members alike. Learn why the Book of Revelation is crucial to our understanding [...]
God commands pastors to lead the spiritual development and direction of the local church and the church needs to follow them in this effort. [...]
In contrast to the daily required Old Covenant animal sacrifices, etc. in the Tabernacle/Temple that God declared as expectations from His people, the New [...]
What are you proclaiming to your family, friends and neighbors? Are you communicating a cultural Christianity of religious values, rules and expectations or are [...]
Jesus Christ died for our sins, but why is it so important that he got back up 3 days later? Study Notes
God expects us to grow up which means being committed to be taught by teachers who can be trusted and being committed to learning [...]
Are you striving to find peace and security by making more money, having better life circumstances or advancing your career? You can live a [...]
What is God’s plan for marriage and sex? How do we balance kids, work, life and the relationship with our spouse? Study Notes
How can we bring the true meaning of brotherhood to life in our church and community? Study Notes
Esau chose the temporal passions of the moment in spite of the long-term consequences. How can we avoid the same fate? Study Notes
What are you submitting to that’s getting in your way of loving, obeying and serving the Lord? Study Notes
Is there any truth to the so-called “name it and claim it” definition of faith? Study Notes
Did Jesus really die just to punch your ticket to heaven? Or is there more to a relationship with God? Study Notes
Does your life reflect the built-in expectations in the glory of all that Christ has provided us. Study Notes
Do the Old and New Testaments conflict in their objective or was this God’s plan all along? Study Notes
There were sacrifices in both the Old and New Testaments. So what makes Christ’s sacrifice greater? Study Notes
As one who has been saved what are you doing with your purified heart? Are you disregarding it, heeding it, staining it, or something [...]
God’s purpose is the New Covenant, so what’s yours? Is your purpose in life to love Him or is it something else? Study Notes
In the midst of the trials of life and/or the realization of your own sin and failures what are you clinging to for hope? [...]
The greatness of Christ shouldn’t cause us to fear if we are saved but rather prosper in being saved! Study Notes
What are you trying to access God with? Religious works, superstition, man made spirituality? There’s a better way. Study Notes
Tired of being sick and tired? Has your heart grown cold, complacent or even resentful towards life in Christ? Come and find your place of [...]
Moses brought down the words of God from the mountain. Now it’s time to meet the one who gave those words. Study Notes
Austin Rammell addresses racism and violence in the wake of the recent riots in Charlotte, NC. Study Notes
The Christ who gloriously reigns on High is also the one who voluntarily, willfully and humbly walked in our shoes and can truly identify [...]
Father, Son, Holy Spirit, angels? How do they all fit together and what does that mean for us? Study Notes
Who do you believe Jesus is and do your actions and attitudes agree with you? Study Notes
He has given ALL to you, He has rescued you and He has given His WORD that He we are His forever! Have you [...]
If God is freeing us from sin and making us like Him then we can know He is making war on the lack of [...]
Are you trusting in your efforts to be your confidence for feeling saved or have you surrendered yourself to obey, follow and worship Him [...]
Ever feel like you’ve failed in the same way over and over? You’re not alone. Study Notes
What are the areas in your life where the values of a Godless sinful world and your own depraved flesh are starting to make [...]
Do you truly grasp and appreciate the favor God has had on you to rescue you from sin and adopt you as His child? [...]
Are you living in submission to and dependency on God or are you busy trying to accomplish life for Him? Study Notes
One birth affected all of human history, but it’s not the one you always hear about. Study Notes
And [Abraham] believed the Lord, and he counted it to him for righteousness. – Gen. 15:6 Study Notes
He only has a few lines in the Bible and his name is kinda hard to pronounce, but his impact would change the world [...]
Are you at a place in your relationship with God and/or life in general where you feel like all is lost and there is [...]
We’ve spent the last three weeks going through what is not only an introduction to the book of Genesis but also an introduction to [...]
How are you treating sin in your life? Are you overlooking its power to destroy you? Are you underestimating your ability to fall into it? [...]
Genesis 1 and 2 are not two different accounts of creation but rather two perspectives of the same event that is entirely performed by [...]
How are you treating sin in your life? Are you overlooking its power to destroy you? Are you underestimating your ability to fall into it? [...]
How can God and evil co-exist? The following are helpful resources to explore the subject deeper: Summary answer by Ravi Zacharias A lecture by [...]
Do we have to follow all the Old Testament laws to be a Christian? If not, why were they put there in the first [...]
How can we have free will if God is sovereign? Are we puppets? How do we mentally reconcile these two realities in Scripture? [...]
Is the Bible really the Word of God? How can we be sure? The following blogs and audio presentations provide great material for you [...]
What is Heaven going to be like? Can I see what’s happening on Earth? Will we know each other? Study Notes
Should Christians involve themselves in government and politics? If so, how? Do you have to be a Republican to be a Christian? Study Notes
Should Christians confront sexually immorality – especially homosexuality – among believers and non-believers? Study Notes
What do your relationships say you are working to accomplish? Are you going through the process of repentance with those you have hurt? Study [...]
How are you facing the cold hard facts about your sin? Are you making excuses, ignoring it, or repenting (calling it sin, claiming God’s [...]
Are you mentally engaging the trials, tribulations and sufferings in your life as opportunities to experience God’s strength or as failures by God to [...]
Is your pursuit of Christ an act to impress your friends and family or a genuine response of realizing your desperate need of His [...]
As you think about what you’re going to do with yourself this year and beyond, honestly ask yourself if your goals are to be great [...]
Are you committed to the effort required to actually study and learn the Word of God in a manner that leads to genuine and [...]
Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Study Notes
How does our mission as the local and global church affect what we do with our finances? Study Notes
Are you seeking to be a part of a fad, looking for a pill to make everything peaches and cream in your life, or [...]
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Study Notes
As Christians, we believe in eternal life in heaven. So how should that shape our view of death? Study Notes
What does a lack of passionate participation in engaging those far from God with the Gospel say about your relationship with Christ? Study Notes
Are you living as one who is totally unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Study Notes
Do you marvel in your own achievements or do you look back and feel like a total failure? Study Notes
Where do we get the authority to engage those far from God with the Gospel of Christ to know and follow Him? Study Notes
At what point does it become necessary to offer up the right foot of fellowship? Should that be the end of the relationship? Study [...]
What is your conscious justifying in yourself and/or relationships with others that makes no sense in light of all that Christ is, has and [...]
How can we develop relationships with God and others that affect our world view and ultimately provide a true sense of peace and comfort? Study [...]
Are you a thread being woven into the fabric of God’s church, a seam ripper tearing it apart or just a string laying on [...]
Five commands to the believers in Corinth that summarize how we as God’s children should “MAN UP.” Study Notes
What happens to us after death? Will we become ghosts or something entirely different? Study Notes
Does the fact that Jesus rose from the dead have any impact on my own life and future? Study Notes
Part 2 of Tongues & Prophecy. What do these gifts look like in a grown-up church? Study Notes
We’ve all seen the circus act, but how do we uncover the truth about the gifts of prophecy and speaking in tongues? Study Notes
What’s your motivation for the things you do? Is it all just a big waste of time? Study Notes
Love is the greatest gift God gives, but what does it actually look like in our lives? Study Notes
Just about the only thing we all have in common is that we’re so unique. But how do my gifts and talents measure up [...]
Pastor Austin Rammell gives an overview of spiritual gifts and their purpose in the lives of believers. Study Notes
Why do you go to church? Is it just to be seen, be entertained or appease your conscience? You may be missing out. Study [...]
What happens when we reject, or even ridicule, the authority structures in our lives? Study Notes
Does the way we live encourage others to live in glad submission to Christ? Study Notes
What does it take to be a true winner? Hint: It may not be what everyone else tells you it is. Study Notes
Venture’s first Sunday at The Hub! Christ’s mission requires me to love and serve others as Christ loves and serves me and to build genuine relationships with people who have [...]
In a world that elevates celebrity preachers and elects compelling speakers, should we be looking for something more? Study Notes
Ever find yourself feeling just a little bit superior about who you read or which preachers you listen to? Study Notes
One house, 2 cars, 2 kids and a wife. But, what if you have a different calling? Study Notes
Are you attempting to beat your spouse into loving you or are you speaking their love language and pursuing their heart? Study Notes
On Easter, we celebrate the resurrection of Christ. But, why did he have to die in the first place? Study Notes
We promise, this is not an oxymoron. God really does want you to enjoy sex in marriage. Study Notes
Our first glimpse into an ancient Greco-Roman city that looks surprisingly like the United States today. Study Notes
What does it mean to partner with a local church? With today’s technology, can’t I just connect with other Christians online? Study Notes
Is entering into a covenant with someone the same as any other contract or is there a difference? Study Notes
Defining the mission of Venture in our local community as we prepare to move into The Hub. Study Notes
The value of JESUS (“God is salvation”) being IMMANUEL (“God with us”) is best seen in the Big Words of the Gospel Study Notes
Are you trusting in your works to be enough for God to declare you as righteous or are you trusting in Christ?
Ever feel like bad stuff happens because God is punishing you for something? You don't have to carry that weight any more.
Acts 28:17-31 | The Jewish leaders and others in Acts found themselves in the most dangerous place. Are you there, too?
Acts 19:21-41 | What happens when the message of the Gospel disrupts our source of income?
Acts 19:1-20 | Is it enough to believe in the idea of God or his moral design for the universe?
Acts 16:6-40 | How you are seizing the opportunity of relationships to share the Gospel and grow people in Christ?
Acts 15:1-16:5 | What is that you are unwilling to sacrifice in order to live in unity with a local church and change the world?
Acts 13:13-52 | Is your passion in knowing Jesus or obeying a set of rules that allow you to be accepted by others who do the same?
Want a church that's all about you? Find out what that's like with the Me Church Experience.
Acts 12 | Are you living as a winner or a loser? Are you living as one defeated by death or as one who has eternal life in Christ?
Acts 10-11 | Peter struggles with racism as he learns salvation isn't just for a select few.
Acts 6:8-7:60 | What happens when people stuck in religious legalism are confronted with the real story of God's love through the ages?
Acts 6:1-7 | Like today, the early church needed leadership to stay organized and focused on the mission. What's stopping you from becoming a leader in the Kingdom?
Acts 3:1 - 4:31 | Tensions rise as religious rulers draw a line in the sand and Peter and John step right on across.
What were the 5 most important things to the early church and how does that impact the way we do church today?
These men are not drunk as you suppose, it's only 9 in the morning! Find out what really happened.
The final message in our Family Matters series. Respected leaders at Venture answer questions about marriage, family and parenting.
Daddy's little girl is all grown up with a family of her own. Defining biblical womanhood in marriage in the 21st Century.
What does it mean to be a married man? How do we define real manhood in the 21st Century?
Family Matters: Divorce & Remarriage. John Cass talks about the challenges of recovering from broken marriages and blending families into one home.
Family Matters: Parenting. Raising kids to leave the nest and become successful adults.
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - A Unified Church
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - His assignment to His Church (Matthew 28:18-20)
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - Compel Them To Him
Austin makes a guest appearance on WBT to talk church, christmas, and the mission of Christ
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - The Plan to deal with Rejection
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - The Plan - Love
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - The Plan - We Must Proclaim the Gospel
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on His Mission - The Plan Requires Hard Work!
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Mission-To Be the Chief Shepherd
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Mission - To Redeem Man For the Glory of God
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Mission - To Fulfill God's Plan to Forgive Man
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - The New Heaven and Earth
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - The Second Coming
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - The Resurrection of the Body
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - Fulfilled Post-Ascension Prophecy
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - Post-Ascension Prophecy part 3
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - Post-Ascension Prophecy part 2
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - Post-Ascension Prophecy part 1
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Future - Pre-Ascension Prophecy
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - HUB Presentation
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - Compassion in Action
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - Repentance part 3
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - Repentance part 2
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - Repentance part 1
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - Righteous Obedience
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - The Mystery of Possession
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - The Mystery of Response
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on The Kingdom - The Parable Guests
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Children of God
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - The Holy Spirit
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Severity of Sin
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Unleashing the Miraculous
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Confidence, Humility, Money
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - On Humility, Confidence, and Your Enemies
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - On The Beatitudes
The Godman: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality- Hank Parker Jr: Changing Us
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Venture's Vision Cast
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Hearing and Understanding God)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Fatherhood)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (The Law)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Giving)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Accountability)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Forgiveness)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion vs. Spirituality (Judging vs. Accountability)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on Marriage and Divorce (Matthew 5:31-32; 19:1-9, Mark 10:1-12, Luke 16:18)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on Marriage and Divorce (Matthew 5:31-32; 19:1-12, Mark 10:1-12, Luke 16:18)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on Loving People (Luke 10:25-37)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality.
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on Death and Taxes! (Matthew 22:15-33)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on The Church (Matthew 21:12-17, Mark 11:15-19, John 2:13-22)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality. Religion Vs. Spirituality - Salvation and the Unpardonable Sin
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality on Regeneration (John3:1-18)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Salvation (Mark 10:17-27)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Salvations Soil
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Worship Part 2
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Worship (John 4:5-26)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Spiritual Warfare
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Battling Sin
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Repentance
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Depravity
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Value
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ on Spirituality - Religion Vs. Spirituality On Purpose
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ On His Identity - Emmanuel God With Us! (Matthew 1:18-23; 28;19-20, Luke 22:37, John 14:15-17, Philippians 2:4-8)
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ On His Identity - Healer of Relationships
The God Man: The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ On His Identity - The Glory of God
The God Man - The Astonishing Teachings of Jesus Christ On His Identity - Warrior (Matthew 10:34, 13:40-43, 16:27)
A special service to thank our Teachers, Educators, Police, Fire, Rescue and Elected Officials for all they do for us.
Austin continues the series The God Man - The Trinity. God is Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Austin continues the new series, The God Man, discussing how Jesus is our Good Shepherd. (John 10:1-18).
Austin continues the new series, The God Man, discussing the Door to salvation. (Luke 13:24-30).
Austin continues the new series, The God Man, discussing the resurrection of Christ (John 11:25).
Austin continues the new series, The God Man, discussing the meaning and purpose of The Vine and the fruit we produce in our lives (John 15: 1-17).
Austin continues the new series, The God Man, discussing what and how we consume Christ.
Austin talks about the dare to unite, the dare to do something, the dare to change the world.
Austin talks about the reliability of the bible and how the bible is divinely inspired by God.
Guest Speaker Mark Maulding answers more questions from "The Box Sessions (The Seeker's FAQ)"
You Are Now Entering a New State - Next State Ahead (Philippians 3:12-21) Austin talks about humility and salvation.
You Are Now Entering a New State - Visitor Center (Philippians 3:10-11) Austin talks about humility.
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex
Austin speaks about the Song of Solomon, a poetic journey through love, passion and sex