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Spencerville Church is a community of people committed to sharing the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ, equipping our members for ministry, nurturing relationships with Him, and offering compassionate care to those in need.

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    Systematic Christians, with Pastor Chad Stuart - May 31, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 41:37


    The Christian journey is systematic. The goal is to be a follower of Christ, becoming more like Him each and every day. It's a life of discipline and consistency, but also one of dedicated discipleship. What does a systematic life look like and how do we take the first step? Join Pastor Chad Stuart as he shares a messaged titled "Systematic Christians" exclusively in our 9:00 a.m. worship service.

    What Have You Learned Since High School? with Pastor DeWayne Boyer - May 3, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 49:56


    As part of Spencerville Adventist Academy's Alumni Weekend, we welcome DeWayne Boyer back to the pulpit. DeWayne served as a pastor and teacher for the Adventist denomination for many years, including a stint at Spencerville Adventist Academy from 2008 to 2015. DeWayne is known for his love for Jesus, caring disposition, and masterful storytelling. We invite you to join us for worship on Saturday, May 3, as retired pastor and educator DeWayne Boyer shares a message titled "What Have You Learned Since High School?"

    "The Silence of the Stars," with Pastor Chad Stuart - April 26, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 44:45


    Is astrology just harmless fun—or is it something more? From teenage TikToks to billion-dollar business decisions, the stars seem to be having a moment—but is it possible they're leading us away from the true Source of wisdom? This week, Pastor Chad explores the rising popularity of astrology in a standalone sermon titled “The Silence of the Stars.” In it, we'll look at what Scripture has to say. Listen in as we explore the timeless truth of Scripture: “There is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries.”

    "What Makes Life Beautiful?" - A Passion Week Message from Pastor Chad Stuart - April 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 18:26


    Let's be honest: the cross of Christ was an ugly, gruesome event. Yet we look back on it as beautiful because of what it accomplished. The gift of Joseph of Aramathia? An unused grave hewn from the rock—at face value, a morose gesture to be certain. And yet, these elements take on beauty in light of Jesus' resurrection. Yes, He died—praise God for His death on our behalf—but what came next set the stage for then, now, and all of eternity. He is Risen! Listen to worship this worship replay from April 19, 2025, as we continue our Passion Week theme. Pastor Chad will share a message titled "What Makes Life Beautiful?"

    Passion Week - Resurrection Sunday - April 20, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 12:12


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    Passion Week - Sabbath Afternoon - April 19, 2025

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    Passion Week - Good Friday - April 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 17:52


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    Passion Week - Maundy Thursday - April 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 7:54


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    Passion Week - Spy Wednesday - April 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 20:37


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    Passion Week - Holy Monday - April 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 13:14


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    Passion Week - Palm Sunday - April 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 14:52


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    Summer Health: Capture Your Mind and the Rest Will Follow - Pastor Chad Stuart - June 24, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 25:58


    Our minds are our greatest tool, yet they can be our greatest weakness if untrained and undisciplined. Are your thoughts “obedient to Christ,” as the Apostle Paul inquires in 2 Corinthians, chapter 10? Do you take time to “renew your mind” daily, as he suggests in Romans 12? This week, Pastor Chad returns to the pulpit for the first in a three-part series titled “Summer Health.” Listen in as Pastor Chad shares, “Capture Your Mind, and the Rest Will Follow.”

    In Everything, Give Thanks, with Pastor Crystal E. Ward - Nov. 19, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 28:20


    As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we're inclined to focus on being thankful. And while it's great to be thankful this season, we should be thankful year-round. Is that even possible? How can we position ourselves for being thankful no matter the season we're in? Listen in as Pastor Crystal E. Ward shares a message titled, "In Everything, Give Thanks."

    The Moment of Truth - Terry Forde, CEO of Adventist HealthCare - November 12, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 18:32


    This week we emphasize the integrated mission of our church and hospital network as we celebrate what God is doing through Adventist HealthCare. Terry Forde, President and CEO of the Adventist HealthCare network, shares our message titled “The Moment of Truth.”

    Battling our Demons - Pr. Matthew Piersanti - November 5, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 29:17


    It's Halloween week. It's likely that you've noticed an increase in images of ghouls and ghosts, even from cute little neighbor children who knock on our doors asking for candy dressed in Halloween attire. These things can make spiritual warfare seem playfully imaginary. However, as Christians, the Bible tells us that spiritual warfare is very real. Listen in as Pastor Matthew shares a message titled “Battling Our Demons.”

    Words Matter: A Spirit-filled Witness - Pr. Crystal E. Ward - November 29, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 31:14


    As followers of Jesus, we are called to be a witness and make disciples. Join us for the final sermon in our series titled “Words Matter,” as Pastor Crystal E. Ward shares why the power of our witness is not based on the eloquence of our speech or our theological prowess but solely on the power of the Spirit.

    Words Matter: The Words that Matter Most - Pr. Chad Stuart - October 22, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 43:54


    God speaks to us through many avenues, including nature, prayer, relationships, experiences (both good and bad), dreams, and convictions. However, of all the ways God speaks to us, it is the pages of Holy Scripture that provide a revelation of Jesus. This week, Pastor Chad shares the third message in his "Words Matter" series, titled "The Words that Matter Most."

    Words Matter: Speak on These Things - Pr. Chad Stuart - October 15, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 32:21


    Each of us is just a breath away from our words being life-building (from God) or life-destroying (from Satan). So what determines which words come out of our mouths (Proverbs 18:21)? Listen as Pastor Chad Stuart shares the second message in the Words Matter series titled "Speak on These Things."

    Words Matter: Write in the Sand, Don't Drag Through the Mud - Pr. Chad Stuart - Oct. 8, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2022 26:30


    The words we choose (along with where and when we use them) frame our understanding of the Gospel. Jesus never left sin unaddressed but always spoke to the person with love and compassion. As we begin a new four-part sermon series titled "Words Matter," we'll start by looking at the example set by Jesus in the New Testament book of John, chapter 8. We invite you to join us as Pastor Chad Stuart delivers the first message in this series, "Write in the Sand, Don't Drag Through the Mud."

    The B.I.B.L.E "Yes That's the Book for Me!" Part Two - Pr. Chad Stuart - Sept. 24, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 29:19


    This week, we'll ponder how individuals like Steve Jobs, who dropped out of college, and Henry Ford, who possessed only a few years of education, achieved much more than the educated elite of their day? Is knowledge really power? Or is knowledge simply power that is acted upon? We invite you to join us in worship as we explore how the Bible clearly answers these questions (along with so many more). In this two-part sermon series, Pastor Chad Stuart encourages us to push against cultural trends by going back to the Bible, which is most definitely the book for us.

    The B.I.B.L.E "Yes, That's the Book for Me!" Part One - Pr. Chad Stuart - Sept. 17, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 37:09


    The Bible is the most owned, yet least read, book in history. According to the American Bible Society, the average home in the United States has 4.4 Bibles, yet only 19% of Americans engage in scripture reading outside of the church setting. If this is the reality of our lives, can we sing with honesty, “The B.I.B.L.E.—Yes, that's the book for me?” In this two-part sermon series, Pastor Chad Stuart encourages us to push against cultural trends by going back to the Bible, which is most definitely the book for us.

    If I Were Jesus - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - September 10, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 33:35


    Jesus utilized the most unlikely strategy to establish his kingdom on earth. Instead of recruiting society's most powerful or privileged as the leaders of his Church, Jesus called average men to serve as equals within what was essentially a small group.

    Only Two Options - Pastor Chad Stuart - September 3, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 27:21


    As we read through scripture, we're faced with the reality that we only have two options as humans—to let Jesus gather us into His arms, or to resist His gathering and be destroyed for eternity (as a result of our own choice). While that may seem harsh, consider God's heart, his pure motives of love, and know that He will literally do (and has done) everything He can to gather us to an eternity with Him.

    "Search Me, God" with Pastor Chad Stuart - August 27, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 30:39


    What you see is not always what you get, right? Most of us know this. However, humanity is great at self-deception. Even what we see of ourselves is not always who we are. However, there is One who sees us and knows us intimately. What would happen if we invited God to search us? Will He be scared away by what He sees? No! But submitting ourselves to be searched may help to grow us more than anything else.

    Disoriented Doctrine - Pr. Chad Stuart - August 20, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 35:08


    Last week, we looked at a story from Matthew 23, and gave examples of how a disoriented view of the gospel has a significant impact on how we witness. This week, we'll examine how a disoriented view of the gospel can impact the truths (doctrines) we do (and sometimes don't) live by.

    Doing More Harm Than Good - Pr. Chad Stuart - August 13, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 30:04


    How does it feel to have the door slammed in your face, both literally and metaphorically? Not good! How does it feel to be promised the imitation is as good as the real thing, only to discover it isn't? Again, not good! This is the story of Matthew 23:13-15. We invite you into worship as we attempt to understand the impact of Jesus' words on our day-to-day interactions.

    A Religion of the Heart - Pastor Chad Stuart - August 6, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 33:34


    This week, Pastor Chad begins a new five-part series that grew out of his visits to Spencerville Adventist Academy. He asked the students questions about their faith—what they wanted and needed to be addressed from the Spencerville pulpit. One word kept rising to the surface: hypocrisy. Oft misused, many people think hypocrisy is only a challenge for those who are ultra-conservative or legalistic. However, we are all in danger of living as hypocrites. In the first sermon of this series, Pastor Chad cites Jesus' words from Matthew 23:1-12 to contrast a religion of the heart against a heartless religion. Why is it imperative to know the difference? One leads to hypocrisy, and the other protects us from hypocrisy.

    He Loves You at Your Worst - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - July 30, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 30:43


    The love we have for each other—even with the best of intentions—fails to match the unrivaled love of Jesus. Sometimes, we wrongly equate our love for each other with God's love for us. However, the Bible presents a more compelling picture of God's love, a love that is larger, unrivaled, and incomparable. We invite you to listen this week, as Pastor Matthew Piersanti shares why choosing to accept and abide in God's boundless love will change your life, even when you feel like you're at your worst.

    The Power of Prayer - Pastor Crystal E. Ward - July 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 28:34


    God has an interesting way of teaching us powerful lessons. Sometimes they come from the unlikeliest of circumstances and from the unlikeliest of people. In this message, Pastor Crystal E. Ward explores Luke 23:39-43 to look at a powerful takeaway from the thief on the cross. Listen in and you may never see the infamous thief the same way again. Pastor Crystal E. Ward presents our message titled "The Power of Prayer."

    Diamonds in the Dust - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - July 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 29:44


    At the cross, Jesus faced ridicule and rejection from those He came to save. What was it that prevented them from understanding and accepting Him? After all, Jesus himself was the most beautiful manifestation of the grace of God! Ironically, that which prevented others from accepting Jesus almost 2000 years ago is also what prevents many from accepting Him today. We invite you to listen as Pastor Matthew Piersanti shares a message on the importance of understanding and accepting the grace of God for ourselves.

    The Cost of Discipleship - Pastor Crystal Ward - July 9, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 27:59


    What would you be willing to give up to follow Jesus? Is it worth it? In Luke 14:25-33, Jesus says if any person comes to me and hates not his father or mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters and even their own life, they are not worthy to be my disciple. We invite you to join us this Sabbath as Pastor Crystal E. Ward shares why discipleship with Jesus is the best decision you could ever make.

    More Than Believers - Pastor Chad Stuart - July 2, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2022 34:30


    A sign on the side of the road reads, "Believe in God and be Saved." Could this statement be true, yet incomplete? The New Testament book of James (2:19) tells us even the demons believe in God—and tremble! So there must be more than just belief for the Christian. This Sabbath, Pastor Chad Stuart shares why belief in God falls short as a measuring stick for the church, and what we as Christians should be cultivating in our families and church community instead.

    Grateful for Grace - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - June 25, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 22:11


    As we contemplate what God has given us (everything) we must consider the concept of grace. What is grace? It's been described as "unmerited favor." Something that prefigures a love so good, so pure, that there's nothing we can do to earn it. It's given freely. It's the best possible news, and this week, Pastor Matthew Piersanti tells us why.

    The Cost of Discipleship, with Pastor Crystal E. Ward - July 9, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 27:59


    What would you be willing to give up to follow Jesus? Is it worth it? In Luke 14:25-33, Jesus says if any person comes to me and hates not his father or mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters and even their own life, they are not worthy to be my disciple. We invite you to join us this Sabbath as Pastor Crystal E. Ward shares why discipleship with Jesus is the best decision you could ever make.

    A Perfect Father - Pastor Chad Stuart - June 18, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 22:44


    Some of us have been blessed with great Dads and, unfortunately, some with Dads who aren't so great. No matter which category we find ourselves in, we're all in need of adoption by a perfect Father. Let's celebrate our good good Father and the eternal freedom from sin that His love affords! Worship along with us as Pastor Chad shares a message titled "A Perfect Father."

    The Pursuit of Happiness - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - June 11, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 31:31


    The pursuit of happiness is often tied with the pursuit of riches and power in modern culture. Yet, the Bible presents a different message entirely regarding happiness which is uniquely tied to the mission of Jesus. Listen as Pastor Matthew Piersanti uncovers how happiness is best pursued from the perspective of Jesus.

    Common Sense or God Sense? - Pastor Kandace Zollman - June 4, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 37:27


    School's out and summer is here! We're pleased to welcome back Pastor Kandace Zollman to the pulpit as she shares a message titled, "Common Sense, or God Sense?" Over the next few weeks, many from our pastoral team will be traveling to church meetings and taking some much-needed vacation time. We solicit your prayers and ask that you will also pray that Pastor Kandace's message will reach those God needs it to reach. We're grateful that you've chosen to spend your worship time with us and pray that God blesses you today, this weekend, and in the week ahead!

    Piling On - Pastor Chad Stuart - May 14, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 34:09


    When we hear a "bad take" on the internet, or see someone blow up an opposing political position, our tendency is to want to add fuel to the file—to pile on. But is this the right move even if the person is in the wrong? In a message from the short Old Testament book of Obadiah, Pastor Chad Stuart shares why it's not only beneficial, but Godly to hold our tongues.

    Of Immense Value, with Pastor Chad Stuart - May 7, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 25:22


    Have you wondered how the Gospels were written with such care that they can speak broadly to many different people groups over many centuries? And yet, they also seem to address specific sub-groups to show them they're divinely seen? One Gospel book especially demonstrates Jesus's value of women, which is what we'll be looking at this week. Listen in as Pastor Chad Stuart shares a special message on that will be especially relevant for women and mothers, but hang with us, guys, it will be relevant to you as well!

    Is it Really Unprecedented? with Pastor Chad Stuart - April 30, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 30:25


    If there's a single word that's become a mainstay in communication since the onset of the pandemic, it's the word "unprecedented." You don't have to look far to find many "unprecedented" problems in the world; issues of famine, war, environmental disasters, and yes, pandemics. But are these events really without precedent? Listen as Pastor Chad Stuart shares a stand-alone message titled "Is it Really Unprecedented?

    Created, but Not Complete, with Pr. Matthew Piersanti - April 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 27:14


    There are times, as followers of Christ, when we may experience an emptiness or a lack of purpose in our lives. In this week's message, Pastor Matthew Piersanti looks at the creation story in Genesis 1. Can the creation narrative help us as we search for deeper meaning as disciples of Jesus?

    The Road to Easter: The Curse Reversed - Pastor Chad Stuart - April 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 27:25


    In our sinful, less-than-perfect world, every person lives under a curse. We're all trying, in a variety of ways, to overcome the effects of this curse—unsuccessfully—on our own. Jesus' journey down the Emmaus road on resurrection day provides the answer to overcoming the curse. What is it? Listen as Pastor Chad shares the final message in our four-part series on the Road to Easter.

    The Road to Easter: Via Dolorosa - Pastor Chad Stuart- April 9, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 29:33


    Jesus told His followers to take up their cross and follow Him. This week Pastor Chad reminds us that when we bend down to pick up our cross, to make sure we don't pick up the wrong one. Listen to the message from April 9, 2022, as Pastor Chad continues his series on the Road to Easter with a message titled, "Via Dolorosa."

    The Road to Easter: Tears. - Pastor Chad Stuart - April 2, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 25:27


    As Jesus walked the road to Jerusalem He sees the sin of the people He loves and the conscious choice that they're making to reject Him. Though He has every right to be angry, there is only love in His heartbreak as He weeps for the people of the city. The evidence with which we're presented is much the same as that of the people of Jerusalem. We've been offered the same choice. Will we choose correctly? What future will we move toward?

    The Road to Easter: Our Humble King - Pastor Chad Stuart - March 26, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 18:29


    In the person of Jesus, we find an exemplary life leading to the sacrifice that made a way for our eternal salvation. Amazingly, He did both with the humility of a servant while holding the power of a King. There is no better example because the humble heart of Jesus IS the Gospel.

    Running on Empty - Pastor Kandace Zollman - March 19, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 36:07


    After constantly adjusting for several years due to the pandemic (as well as many other factors), many of us are running on empty. What has you feeling empty? Is it work? Family life? Personal factors? What will it take to get us recharged? Where can you find a sure source of power to draw from? Pastor Kandace Zollman will share a critically important message for those of us who find ourselves feeling a little flat.

    Two Ditches. Two Brothers. One Grace: Part 2 - Pastor Matthew Piersanti - March 12, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 31:52


    Join Pastor Matthew Piersanti as he takes a closer look at the older brother in the story of the prodigal son this Sabbath. Last week, Pastor Chad began this two-part series with a look at the younger brother, the so-called "prodigal," from a different and surprising point of view. This week, Pastor Matthew will follow up with a message looking at the older brother from Luke 15:25-33.

    Two Ditches. Two Brothers. One Grace: Part One - Pastor Chad Stuart - March 5, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 28:17


    Prodigals aren't who you think they are. So who are they? Join Pastors Chad Stuart and Matthew Piersanti as they take a closer look at the two brothers in the story of the prodigal son over the next two Sabbaths. This week, Pastor Chad begins with a look at the younger brother, the so-called "prodigal," from a different and surprising point of view.

    Good Steward: Preparation for Giving - Pastor Chad Stuart - February 19, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2022 27:08


    It's tempting to think that the topic of stewardship is only about money. However, as we've seen over the past few weeks, the concept of stewardship applies to almost every aspect of our lives. We've examined the stewardship of time, the stewardship of talent, and this week, we'll close our three-part series with a message on the stewardship of financial resources. God's call to give isn't always immediate. Sometimes He begins by calling us to prepare our hearts, then wait.

    Good Steward: Just a Bicycle - Pr. Chad Stuart - February 12, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2022 33:20


    When the Bible speaks of talents, it's referring to anything in your life that can be used to share Jesus and His Gospel message. What are your talents? How are you using them? How would you like to use them? This week, Pastor Chad will remind us that sharing Jesus is less about the how and more about our willingness to share. Make sure to stay to the end to hear a powerful story and a challenge from a special guest!

    Good Steward: It's About Time - Pr. Chad Stuart - February 5, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2022 31:39


    There are few phrases heard more often in casual conversation than "I don't have time!" But is it really true? After all, each of us receives 24 hours each day—and 168 hours a week should be more than enough if we know how to make good use of it. Do we? In this three-part series titled "Good Steward," Pastor Chad will look at the ways that Christians should use their resources to bring honor to God, and in service to those around us.

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