DAC is a gathering of people who are far from perfect but desire to be transformed by Jesus, empowered by his Holy Spirit & launched on mission with God.
Pastor Devin delivers a powerful sermon on Psalm 2, emphasizing that "Jesus reigns" over all nations and authorities. He explains how the psalm prophesies about Jesus as the Messiah and encourages believers to take refuge in Him, despite the world's rebellion against God's authority.#Psalms #Poems #Prayers #JesusReigns #GodsAuthority
Pastor Mark introduces the book of Psalms as timeless poetry that resonates with all of life's experiences. He focuses on Psalm 1, which presents a choice between the path of the godly and the wicked. The sermon emphasizes delighting in God's Word and being planted by streams of living water, ultimately pointing to salvation through Jesus Christ.#Psalms #Poetry #Prayers #Salvation #Jesus #Choices
Karin Sauder, Neighborhood Church's Children's Director, shares her story of losing her husband, Dave, to cancer and how it impacted her faith. She emphasizes the importance of cultivating a relationship with God before tragedy strikes and discusses how God can bring beauty from ashes, redeeming painful experiences over time.#StoriesofTransformation #Widow #Widower #Loss #Spouse #Grieve #FaithInJesus #JesusSustains #PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast
This sermon features a panel of widows and widowers sharing their experiences of loss and how their faith in Jesus sustained them. They discuss how God worked through their suffering, the support they received from their church community, and how they found new purpose and identity in Christ. The speakers emphasize the importance of trusting God's faithfulness even in difficult times.#StoriesofTransformation #Widow #Widower #Loss #Spouse #Grieve #FaithInJesus #JesusSustains
Eric Peacock shares his powerful testimony of transformation, from a childhood of abuse and abandonment to finding God's love and purpose. Despite early trauma that led him to hate God, a near-death experience became his "Damascus road" moment. Eric emphasizes that transformation is an ongoing process, urging listeners to "press on" in faith and remember that God loves them unconditionally.#StoriesOfTransformation #TraumaHealing #GodsLove #FaithJourney
Eric Peacock shares his powerful testimony of transformation, from a childhood of abuse and abandonment to finding God's love and purpose. Despite early trauma that led him to hate God, a near-death experience became his "Damascus road" moment. Eric emphasizes that transformation is an ongoing process, urging listeners to "press on" in faith and remember that God loves them unconditionally. #StoriesOfTransformation #TraumaHealing #GodsLove #FaithJourney
In this opening interview of the "Stories of Transformation" series, we hear from John and Dawn Mein about their faith journey. They share how they met in high school, reconnected years later, and built a Christ-centered marriage and family. The couple discusses navigating a multi-racial relationship, parenting decisions in a digital age, and finding God's purpose in their work. Their story demonstrates how God transforms lives through relationships, parenting, and everyday moments of faith. #StoriesOfTransformation, #FaithJourney, #ChristianMarriage, #ParentingWithFaith, #MultiracialFamily, #ChristianLiving, #GodAtWork, #FamilyFaith, #TransformationStories, #ChristCenteredRelationships
Experience the power of Christ's resurrection as holy resistance against unbelief, fatalism, and death itself. This Easter message explores how Jesus' victory over the grave isn't just historical fact but living hope for today. Discover how the resurrection declares Jesus' divinity, reverses the curse of death, and promises restoration for all creation. The empty tomb isn't just good news from 2,000 years ago—it's God's declaration that darkness never gets the final word.#Easter, #ResurrectionPower, #EasterHope, #HolyResistance, #EmptyTomb, #VictoryOverDeath, #RestorationPromise, #FaithOverFear, #NewLifeInChrist, #TransformedByJesus, #EasterMessage, #ResurrectionSunday, #AJourneyWithJesus
In this episode of Pause, Devin & Tim discuss the Palm Sunday message. They invite us to see Jesus' triumphal entry with fresh eyes, recognizing the deliberate nature of His actions and the profound implications for our lives. It challenges us to fully embrace Christ's Kingship, allowing Him to transform us as we eagerly await His return.#PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast #PalmSunday #JesusIsLord #GodsKingdom #TransformedByJesus #AJourneyWithJesus #HolyWeek #Scripture #Bible
In this message, Tim Allen examines Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, highlighting it as the moment where Jesus publicly accepts the title "Son of David." Allen emphasizes Jesus' orchestration of events, His choice to ride a donkey, and the confrontational, conflicting, and transforming nature of His Kingship (The King is Come, Tim Keller). The sermon concludes with a call for listeners to fully crown Jesus as king in their lives.#PalmSunday #Jesus #TriumphalEntry #SonOfDavid #JesusIsKing #TransformedByJesus #AJourneyWithJesus
In this episode of Pause, Pastors Mark & Devin discuss Jesus healing the paralyzed man at the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-15). They explore why Jesus only healed one person there and how the man's response differed from others Jesus healed. This episode emphasizes that encountering Jesus' power doesn't guarantee faith, and that Scripture should always point us back to Christ.#PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast #Healing #JesusHeals #TransformedByJesus #Faith #Scripture #Jesus #Bible #AJourneyWithJesus
This sermon explores the story of Jesus healing a man at the pool of Bethesda in John 5:1-15. The central message is that we should seek Jesus himself, not just the healing or blessings He can provide. Pastor Mark challenges listeners to examine whether they want the Healer or just the healing, emphasizing that true life is found in a relationship with Jesus, not in religious practices or miracles.#AJourneyWithJesus #Jesus #Healing #TrueLife #ChristianSermon #SermonSeries
This episode explores Jesus as a master storyteller, emphasizing how His parables and the Gospel narratives powerfully convey God's truth. Mark & Devin discuss how stories shape our understanding of ourselves, our families, cultures, and faith, encouraging listeners to align their personal stories with God's greater narrative.#AJourneyWithJesus #JesusTheStoryteller, #ParablesOfJesus, #Gospel, #FaithJourney, #GodsMasterPlan, #LentenSeason, #Bible, #CreationFallRescueRestoration, #GodsNarrative, #ChristianLife, #PersonalTestimony, #FaithStories, #JesusTeachings, #ChurchPodcast, #PausePodcast #SpiritualGrowth, #NeighborhoodChurch, #BiblicalWisdom, #ChristianFaith, #GodsPurpose, #EasterPreparation, #KingdomOfGod, #SpiritualJourney, #ChristianLiving, #ScriptureStudy, #GodsPlan, #YourLifeStory, #BiblicalTeaching, #FaithInspiration, #ChristFollowers
Pastor Mark explores the power of storytelling through Jesus's parables in this sermon. Jesus, the master storyteller, told 30-80 parables across the Gospels, teaching about God's kingdom, salvation, relationships, and more. Stories stick with us long after facts fade, which is why Jesus used them to shape beliefs and challenge. Our lives are part of a greater narrative – each person has their own story influenced by family, country, and world history, but God's story encompasses them all. The four movements of God's story (Creation, Fall, Rescue, Restoration) reveal how Jesus entered human history to redeem mankind from sin. Pastor Mark challenges listeners to consider what story they're writing with their lives and what story God wants to tell through them. When our personal narratives align with God's greater purpose, we discover our greatest fulfillment, not in worldly success, but in becoming who God created us to be.#AJourneyWithJesus #JesusTheStoryteller, #ParablesOfJesus, #Gospel, #FaithJourney, #GodsMasterPlan, #LentenSeason, #Bible, #CreationFallRescueRestoration, #GodsNarrative, #ChristianLife, #PersonalTestimony, #FaithStories, #JesusTeachings, #ChurchSermon, #SpiritualGrowth, #NeighborhoodChurch, #BiblicalWisdom, #ChristianFaith, #GodsPurpose, #EasterPreparation, #KingdomOfGod, #SpiritualJourney, #ChristianLiving, #ScriptureStudy, #GodsPlan, #YourLifeStory, #BiblicalTeaching, #FaithInspiration, #ChristFollowers
Exploring the Depths of Living Water: A Journey Through John 4 In this episode, Pastors Mark & Devin unpack the transformative encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, revealing profound spiritual insights about where we seek meaning and satisfaction. The message challenges listeners to move beyond superficial wells of success, division, materialism, and historical limitations, and instead drink from the living water of Jesus Christ. Key themes include breaking down cultural barriers, rejecting spiritual competition, and understanding true worship as a heart condition filled by the Holy Spirit. The sermon explores how Jesus transcends ethnic, social, and personal boundaries, offering living water that eternally satisfies and empowers believers to worship in spirit and truth. #PausePodcast #ChristianTeaching #JesusChrist #Spirituality #LivingWater #Worship #ChristianFaith #SamaritanWoman #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #JohnChapter4 #ChristianLife #FaithJourney #ChurchCommunity #EasterSeason #SpiritualWellness #DivineEncounter #ChristianMotivation
In this powerful sermon on John 4, Pastor Mark explores Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well to reveal our search for meaning in shallow sources. We all drink from various "wells" seeking fulfillment—success, division, history, physical needs, and ethnic superiority—yet none satisfy our deepest thirst. Only Jesus offers living water: the Holy Spirit that bubbles up eternally within believers who worship in spirit and truth.The sermon highlights how Jesus broke cultural barriers, crossing ethnic and gender divides to reveal himself as Messiah to a marginalized woman. This divine appointment transformed not just her life but her entire village. Through powerful personal stories of natural wells in Wisconsin and St. Patrick's well in Ireland, the message vividly illustrates the contrast between our self-made, cracked cisterns and Christ's invitation: "Anyone who is thirsty may come to me."This Lenten journey invites reflection, repentance, and reconciliation. What wells are you drinking from? The world offers temporary satisfaction, but only Christ's living water—available to anyone—provides eternal fulfillment. Come to the deeper well and experience life that overflows.#AJourneyWithJesus #TransformedByJesus #LivingWater #HolySpirit #Fulfillment #TrueSatisfaction #EternalLife #WorshipInSpiritAndTruth
In this thought-provoking episode of Pause, Pastors Mark and Devin dive deep into Jesus's baptism and temptation in the wilderness as part of their "Journey with Jesus" Easter series. The conversation explores why the sinless Son of God chose to be baptized, demonstrating His obedience and setting an example for believers to follow.The episode concludes with practical wisdom for believers facing temptation, emphasizing that the same temptations Satan used against Jesus - lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and pride of life - continue to challenge Christians today. The pastors share personal experiences with temptation and offer three key strategies for overcoming: strong boundaries, authentic community, and regular confession.#JourneyWithJesus, #Baptism, #Temptation #PausePodcast, #ChristianPodcast, #EasterSeries, #Jesus, #HolySpirit, #SpiritualWarfare, #ChristianDiscipleship, #Confession, #Community
In this message, Devin explores Jesus' baptism and temptation, emphasizing how these events reveal Jesus as the true Son of God. Through His baptism, Jesus submits to God's will and is anointed for His messianic mission. In the wilderness, Jesus faces temptations that prove He is greater than Israel, Adam, and all of us, remaining sinless where others have failed. This demonstrates Jesus' perfection and His ability to sympathize with our weaknesses.#JourneyWithJesus #Jesus #SonOfGod #Messiah #Perfect #Sinless #JesusLovesYou
In this episode, Mark & Devin discuss the incarnation - God becoming flesh in Jesus Christ. They explain that this demonstrates God has not abandoned humanity, understands our struggles, sacrificed Himself to restore our relationship with Him, and promises eternal life. The incarnation connects Christmas to Easter, showing God's scandalous love and grace toward sinful humanity.#JourneyWithJesus #Incarnation #GodWithUs #Lent #Jesus #GodExists #GodCaresAboutMe #PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast
Pastor Mark begins a new series for Lent, focusing on the Incarnation - God becoming human in Jesus Christ. He explains that the Incarnation demonstrates God's love for humanity, showing that God has not abandoned us, understands our struggles, sacrificed Himself for us, and offers eternal life. The sermon emphasizes the significance of Jesus as both fully God and fully human, coming to reconcile us to God. #JourneyWithJesus #Incarnation #GodWithUs #Lent #Jesus
Chhon, a Vietnamese-born International Worker, shared her powerful testimony of coming to faith and serving in Taiwan. She emphasized God's call to share the gospel boldly, both locally and globally, encouraging the congregation to pray, give, go, and send in support of missions. #TransformedByJesus #EmpoweredByTheHolySpirit #LaunchedOnMission #Pray #Give #Go #Send #GlobalEncounters #ShareTheGospel #ShareTheGoodNews #ShareJesus #ShowJesus
In this episode of Pause, Mark's recent message on the entire book of Ephesians & what it means to "be the church," was discussed. Walking through Paul's letter to the Ephesians, he reminds us that the church isn't a building but the people of God living out His purposes. The conversation illuminates how our identity in Christ forms the foundation for everything we do as believers. Through practical insights from Ephesians, we learn that being the church requires remembering who we are in Christ, committing to prayer, understanding grace, embracing unity in diversity, using our spiritual gifts, living in the light, and fighting spiritual battles with God's armor. Pastor Mark emphasizes that while following Jesus is simple, it isn't easy—it requires intentional living in a complex world. This comprehensive overview of Ephesians challenges us to move beyond surface-level Christianity and truly embody what it means to be the church wherever we go.#BeTheChurch #EphesiansStudy #ChristianIdentity #ChurchCommunity #PrayerLife #GraceMessage #UnityInDiversity #SpiritualGifts #ArmorOfGod #NeighborhoodChurch #PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast
Discover what it truly means to BE the church, not just go to church, in this powerful exploration of the Book of Ephesians. Pastor Mark unpacks Paul's letter to the ancient city of Ephesus, revealing timeless truths for today's believers. Journey through essential aspects of church identity: finding our true identity in Christ, understanding transformative grace, embracing unity in diversity, and engaging in spiritual warfare. Learn how the early church in Ephesus - a wealthy, diverse city dominated by pagan worship - mirrors our modern challenges. This comprehensive teaching emphasizes prayer as the foundation for church vitality, healthy relationships as evidence of transformation, and the importance of each believer using their gifts. Whether you're struggling with identity, seeking community, or wanting to make an impact, this message illuminates how being the church is simple but profound.#BeTheChurch #ChurchTeaching #Ephesians #BiblicalIdentity #ChristianCommunity #ChurchUnity #SpiritualGrowth #FaithJourney #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #ChurchFamily
In this episode, Mark and Devin discuss Holy Spirit-empowered church planting, emphasizing the need to be Spirit-dependent and Spirit-led. They examine Paul's missionary journey in Acts 16, highlighting how the Holy Spirit guided and empowered the early church's growth. The pastors stress the importance of prayer, giving, going, and sending in supporting church planting efforts.#EmpoweredByTheHolySpirit #HolySpirit #ChurchPlanting #Church #Pray #Give #Go #Send #LaunchOnMission
Devin Calhoun emphasizes that Holy Spirit-empowered church planting is not about human effort, but rather God's work through His Spirit. Using Acts 16 as a foundation, Calhoun illustrates how the Holy Spirit guides, provides, and sustains church planting efforts. He encourages the congregation to pray, give, and go, while cultivating a sending culture for the upcoming launch of Neighborhood Church Rockville. #ChurchPlanting #HolySpirit #EmpoweredByTheHolySpirit #Pray #Give #Go #Send #LaunchedOnMission #RockvilleMD #NeighborhoodChurch
In this episode of Pause, Devin & Tim discuss Sunday's sermon on God's grace and mercy, based on Ephesians 2:1-10. It is emphasized that grace is receiving something we don't deserve, while mercy is not receiving what we do deserve. Tim highlighted that God's grace is a free gift, sufficient for all sins, allows us to move forward, and enables us to show grace and mercy to others.#40DaysOfPrayer #GodsGraceAndMercy #Grace #Mercy #Gift #FreeGift #PausePodcast #Podcast #ChristianPodcast
This final sermon of 40 Days of Prayer explores God's grace and mercy as free gifts stemming from His boundless love. He defines grace as receiving what we don't deserve and mercy as not receiving what we do deserve, emphasizing that these gifts are available to all, regardless of worthiness. Listeners are encouraged to accept God's grace and mercy and to extend them to others. #40DaysOfPrayer #God #Grace #Mercy #GodIsLove #Sermon #ChristianTheology #Jesus #FreeGift
In this episode of Pause, Mark & Devin discuss God's limitless love, emphasizing that God is the originator of love, existing eternally in loving relationship within the Trinity. This love extends to humanity, created in God's image, and finds its ultimate expression in Jesus Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection. As John 3:16-17 states, God's love is the motivation for salvation, not condemnation.#40daysofprayer #podcast #pausepodcast #christianpodcast #godislove #thetrinity #godsaves #godlovesyou
Pastor Mark explores the concept of God's limitless love, emphasizing that it originates from the Trinity and extends to all humanity. He explains that this love is the reason Jesus came to earth and calls Christians to love not only each other but even their enemies, highlighting that such supernatural love is only possible through the power of the Holy Spirit.#God #Love #Limitless #Jesus #HolySpirit #Trinity #Christian #LoveOneAnother #LoveYourNeighbor #LoveYourEnemies #Supernatural #GodIsLove #GodLovesYou #40DaysOfPrayer
Join Mark and Devin as they unpack the profound meaning of God's omnipotence in this powerful episode. From creation to resurrection power, discover how God's unlimited power transforms lives today. Learn about the paradox of divine strength shown through sacrifice and service, and how believers can tap into this power through Christ. Part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance's 40 Days of Prayer series.Key Topics:✝️ Creation and sustaining power
Pastor Mark Trinkl delivers a powerful message on the omnipotence of God, emphasizing that God's power is greater than any problem we face. He explores various facets of God's power, including creation, sustenance, transformation, overcoming, and resurrection. Mark reminds believers that this incredible power is available to them through faith in Jesus Christ.#GodIsGreater #Omnipotence #GodsPower #FaithInJesus #Jesus #Suffering #Pain #IHaveOvercomeTheWorld #OvercomingChallenges #TransformedByJesus #Transformation #40DaysOfPrayer
In this episode, Pastors Mark and Devin explore the concept of God's sovereignty, defining it as "He reigns" over all powers and authorities. They emphasize that God's authority is self-derived and supreme, extending to every aspect of creation. The pastors discuss how God's sovereignty is demonstrated in Scripture, from creation to Jesus' miracles and interactions with earthly authorities.They address the tension between God's sovereignty and human suffering, acknowledging the philosophical challenge this presents. However, they affirm that God can bring good out of difficult situations, referencing Joseph's story in Genesis and personal experiences. The pastors also warn against idolatry and the human tendency to reject God's authority, even in the face of clear evidence of His power.Ultimately, they encourage believers to respond to God's sovereignty with submission, humility, and peace. They conclude with the comforting message from Romans 8:31, "If God be for us, who can be against us?" emphasizing the security found in aligning oneself with the sovereign ruler of the universe.#PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast #God #Sovereignty #GodReigns #Suffering #Idolatry #GodsPower #ChristianBelievers #Humble #Peace #GodIsForUs #RulerOfTheUniverse #40DaysOfPrayer
Pastor Devin Calhoun delivers a powerful sermon on God's sovereignty, emphasizing that "He reigns" over every authority, power, and situation. Using personal anecdotes and Biblical references, Devin illustrates how God's supreme rule encompasses all aspects of creation, from the grandest to the most minute. He encourages believers to respond with submission, humility, and peace, knowing that God works all things for good.#40DaysOfPrayer2025 #HeReigns #GodIsSovereign #Sovereignty #GodWorksAllThingsForGood #Sermon #Christianity #Theology
In this second episode of a 40-day prayer series, Mark & Devin discuss the eternal and unchanging nature of God. They explain that God is not bound by time or space, existing before creation and remaining constant throughout history. This concept, while difficult for humans to fully comprehend, is foundational to Christian theology.Several Bible verses are referenced to support this teaching, including Hebrews 13:8, which states, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." They also discuss God's self-revelation as "I AM" in Exodus 3:14, emphasizing God's self-existence and independence from creation.This episode of Pause highlights the importance of understanding God's unchanging nature, as it assures believers that God can be trusted and relied upon. In a world of constant change, the immutability of God provides a stable foundation for faith and a source of comfort in all circumstances.#40DaysOfPrayer #Trust #Jesus #EternalGod #UnchangingGod #PausePodcast #ChristianPodcast
Pastor Mark emphasizes that while everything in our world changes constantly, God remains eternal and unchanging. He encourages listeners to trust in this immutable God rather than temporary things. Using scriptures like Hebrews 13:8 and examples from daily life, Pastor Mark illustrates how God transcends all circumstances and can always be trusted.#40DaysOfPrayer #Prayer #Worship #Christianity #Sermon #Faith #God #Eternal #Unchangeable #Trust #Bible #JesusChrist #Immutability #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianTheology #Scripture #BibleTeaching
In this episode, Mark & Devin explore the concept of God's holiness, defining it as God's complete separation from creation and His utterly incorruptible nature. He emphasizes that there is no earthly reference point for God's holiness, as He is entirely "other" than us. The pastors use examples like the purity of gold and the sun's power to illustrate God's holiness.This episode also discusses how Jesus, being fully God and fully man, demonstrated holiness on earth. Unlike the Old Testament laws of clean and unclean, Jesus' holiness was so powerful that it made the unclean clean, rather than being tainted by impurity. Mark & Devin explain that through Christ's sacrifice, believers can be declared holy and enter God's presence. This initiates a process of sanctification, where Christians work out their salvation while God works in them, growing in holiness and becoming more like Christ.#40DaysOfPrayer #Holiness #Purity #Salvation #Sanctification #Jesus #God #Scripture #Podcast #PausePodcast #Christianity #ChristianBelievers #Theology #Bible
Pastor Mark delivers a powerful sermon on the holiness of God, emphasizing its incomprehensible nature and significance for believers. He explains that God's holiness sets Him apart as utterly pure and perfect, and that through Jesus, we can be declared holy and enter into relationship with this Holy God. Mark urges listeners to elevate their view of God, submit to Jesus to be made holy, and live out that holiness in service to Him.#40DaysOfPrayer #Holiness #Jesus #God #Pray #HolyLiving
This is a powerful sermon exploring how to step into new seasons with confidence in Christ. Through the story of Jesus and Peter walking on water (Matthew 14:22-33), discover how to navigate life's uncertainties with unwavering faith. In this message, Devin shares profound insights about transitioning into 2025 with purpose and divine guidance. Learn why every new journey must start with Jesus, how to leave your comfort zone in faith, and why falling doesn't mean failing when Christ is by your side. This timely message reveals three incredible miracles in this familiar passage and their deeper meaning for believers facing change. Perfect for anyone entering a new season, making major life transitions, or seeking God's direction for the year ahead. Discover how keeping your eyes on Jesus transforms fear into faith, and why true success isn't measured by achievements but by Kingdom impact. An encouraging word for churches, families, and individuals ready to step out in faith. #ChristianSermon #FaithJourney #BiblicalTeaching #WalkingOnWater #ChristianFaith #ChurchService #NewYear2025 #TrustingGod #FaithOverFear #KingdomFocus #WalkingIntoTheUnknown
Experience the transformative power of God's love in this heartfelt discussion from Neighborhood Church's Pause podcast. Mark & Devin explore the final theme of Advent - love - and unpack what it means to live a life filled with love based on Ephesians 5:1-2. Discover how God's unconditional love transforms us from the inside out, moving beyond mere feelings to deep commitment and authentic relationship with Christ.The conversation delves into powerful biblical truths about experiencing God's love personally, from John 3:16 to Paul's prayer for spiritual empowerment in Ephesians 3. Learn how God's love differs from worldly love and why it's foundational to the Christian faith. Through personal stories and biblical insights, understand how receiving God's love enables us to reflect it to others - just as the moon reflects the sun's light.Perfect for anyone seeking deeper spiritual growth, struggling with feeling loved, or wanting to better understand God's transformative love. Join us for this inspiring Christmas season message about receiving God's love, returning it through worship, and reflecting it to others in our daily lives.#ChristianPodcast #GodIsLove #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #FaithJourney #BiblicalTeaching #ChristianFaith #ChurchPodcast #AdventSeason #ChristianTeaching #PausePodcast #AKingisComing #Love #Advent #Christmas
In this sermon, Mark explores the theme of love during the Advent season. He emphasizes that love is not just a feeling, but a deeply committed action, as demonstrated by God sending Jesus to die for us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8). We are called to imitate God by living lives filled with love, following Christ's example (Ephesians 5:1-2).Mark explains that to truly love others, we must first experience God's overwhelming, incomprehensible love for us. He shares a powerful prayer from Ephesians 3:14-21, which asks that we may understand the width, length, height, and depth of God's love. This experience of God's love completes us and empowers us to love others.The sermon concludes with three key points: we must receive God's love, return that love to God, and reflect it to others. Mark illustrates this with a personal story of experiencing God's overwhelming love for a child in Mexico, emphasizing that God's love for each individual is beyond our comprehension.#love #advent #godislove #lovegod #loveothers #christmas #akingiscoming
In this episode, Mark & Devin discuss the importance of joy for Christians, defining it as a state of being and a fruit of the Spirit rather than just an emotion. It's emphasized that joy is both a gift from God and a choice we make, rooted in our relationship with Jesus and the relationships He gives us. Mark encourages believers to cultivate joy intentionally, even in difficult circumstances, as it reflects our design as God's children.#joy #advent #christmas #fruitofthespirit #akingiscoming
In this sermon, Pastor Mark explores the concept of joy during the Advent season. He explains that joy is more than just happiness; it's a state of being and a fruit of the Spirit. We are designed for joy by God, but sin has distorted our center. The Christmas story, as told in Luke 2, brings a message of great joy through the birth of Jesus as Savior, Messiah, and Lord.Pastor Mark emphasizes that we find joy in Jesus and in relationships with others. He points out that Jesus came at just the right time and place, as stated in Galatians 4:4-5, to bring salvation to all people. This joy in Jesus is meant to overflow from us to others, creating joy-filled relationships.The sermon concludes with an encouragement to experience joy by saying yes to Jesus, leaning into joyful relationships, and looking forward to the future joy of Christ's return. Pastor Mark reminds us that God has created us for a joy-filled relationship with Him, and through Jesus, we can have the joy of our salvation restored, as the Psalmist says.#advent #christmas #joy #fruitofthespirit #akingiscoming
In this episode of Pause, Devin & Mark discuss Devin's latest message & explore Jesus as the Prince of Peace, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and bringing multiple dimensions of peace. They discuss how Jesus reconciles us to God, brings unity among believers, and offers inner peace amidst life's storms. They emphasize that while we experience peace now through Christ, we also await His return for the ultimate establishment of peace on earth.#advent #princeofpeace #peace #jesus #christmas
In this sermon, Devin delves into the Advent theme of peace, centering on Jesus as the Prince of Peace foretold in Isaiah 9:6-7. He begins by sharing a personal Christmas memory from his childhood, highlighting an unexpected moment of peace during a difficult time. Calhoun then explores four aspects of peace that Jesus brings: 1. Peace between us and God the Father: Jesus, as both God and man, bridges the gap between humanity and God, allowing us to have a restored relationship with Him. 2. Peace in our relationships: Through Christ's work on the cross, He breaks down barriers between people, enabling unity among believers. 3. Peace in our hearts: Jesus cares for us as an everlasting Father, bringing comfort and peace to our inner turmoil. 4. Peace to the whole earth: This final aspect of peace is yet to come, when Jesus returns to establish His eternal kingdom. Calhoun concludes by challenging listeners to examine whether they have truly experienced the Prince of Peace in their lives, urging them to submit to Jesus as King to receive His peace. #peace #comfort #advent #christmas #princeofpeace #jesus
In this Advent episode on hope, Mark & Devin explores the Biblical concept of hope as a solid, concrete anticipation of God's promises being fulfilled. They contrast this with worldly hope, which is often just wishful thinking. It's emphasized that true hope is grounded in faith, citing Hebrews 11:1, "Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."Mark & Devin discuss how this hope is demonstrated throughout Scripture, particularly in the lives of figures like Abraham and Sarah, who hoped against all odds. They connect this to Jesus' resurrection, presenting it as the ultimate foundation for Christian hope. Romans 15:13 is highlighted, which speaks of God as the source of hope, filling believers with joy and peace through the Holy Spirit.The pastors encourage listeners to cultivate this hope by relying on the indwelling Holy Spirit, regularly engaging with Scripture, and maintaining an eternal perspective. They remind the congregation that because of Jesus, we have hope for a better tomorrow, and challenges believers to be "fire hydrants of hope" in a world that is often shaking and on fire.#hope #bettertomorrow #advent #jesus #christmas
In this Advent sermon, Pastor Mark Trinkl explores the theme of hope, grounded in Jesus Christ. He begins by reciting the Apostles' Creed, highlighting our belief in Jesus' ascension and future return. Trinkl defines Biblical hope as a confident expectation in God's promises, citing examples from Scripture such as Abraham's faith (Romans 4:18-19) and the "hall of faith" in Hebrews 11. The pastor emphasizes that Christians have a unique perspective on hope, able to look back at Jesus' first coming and forward to His return. He reminds us of Jesus' words in John 14:1-3, promising a place in the Father's house. Trinkl also addresses the hope we have for today, rooted in the presence of the Holy Spirit within believers. He concludes by challenging the congregation to become "golden fire hydrants of hope" in a world that is shaking and on fire, overflowing with the hope found in Jesus. #christmas #advent #hope #jesus
In his sermon "Wake Up and Give Thanks," Eric Peacock challenges the congregation to remain vigilant in their gratitude towards God. He begins by sharing personal experiences of loss and disappointment, explaining how these events led him to withdraw and enter a state of "stupor." Peacock uses this analogy to describe how believers can become unresponsive or indifferent to God's blessings.The speaker draws from several Biblical accounts, including Elijah's victory over the prophets of Baal and subsequent despair (1 Kings 18-19), the healing of ten lepers (Luke 17), and Samson's defeat of the Philistines (Judges 15). These stories illustrate how easy it is to forget God's goodness and neglect to give thanks, even after experiencing miraculous interventions.Peacock emphasizes the importance of speaking life and gratitude, referencing Proverbs 18:21: "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and they who love it will eat the fruit thereof." He encourages the audience to thank God not only for what He has provided but also for what He has prevented, reminding them that there is always a reason to give praise. The sermon concludes with a call to wake up from spiritual slumber and cultivate an attitude of continuous thankfulness, regardless of circumstances.#givethanks #praise #thankful #gratitude #joycomesinthemorning #praisegod