The Chapel | Sermons

In "Asking," Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares five principles that should guide us when we pray. God invites us to pray boldly, like kids asking a loving Father. At the same time, we should pray with humility, trusting that God sees what we cannot and knows what is best. When we don't know what to pray, the Holy Spirit helps us. Sometimes God answers quickly, and sometimes He doesn't - but we're encouraged to keep asking, trusting in HIs love and wisdom. Dave Gustavsen | June 1, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Exile Promises," Ryan Olsen unpacks Jeremiah 29:10-14, taking a closer look at how God uses difficult seasons in our lives for growth and transformation. While seasons of exile can be painful, they are temporary, God promises offers hope, restoration, and His presence to those who seek Him wholeheartedly. Ryan Olsen | May 25, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How do we move from a “me-first” mindset to a “God-first” life? In "Worship," Pastor Dave Gustavsen unpacks Psalm 100, which shows how gratitude and worship help re-center our hearts on God. When God is in the center, our prayers become deeper, our lives become more aligned with His will. Dave Gustavsen | May 18, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Advocate," Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains how Jesus changed our relationship with God, making it possible for us to come to Him as our Father through His sacrifice on the cross. When we pray "in Jesus' name," we're acknowledging that we can approach God not because we've earned it, but because of what Jesus has done for us. This changes our prayers - giving us boldness, freedom to confess our sins, and the confidence to come to God with childlike trust. Dave Gustavsen | May 11, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Listening is critical to any relationship. In “Listening”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us of why we should listen to God, how we should listen to Him, and what happens when we listen. Dave Gustavsen | May 4, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Prayer: A Relationship With God," Pastor Paul Klouse shares that prayer is a relationship with God marked by three things: conversation, realness, and closeness. God speaks to us through nature, Scripture, and especially through Jesus, and He also listens when we speak to Him. We don't have to have it all together when we pray. We can come honestly, with our joys, pain, and questions. Jesus is near, knocking at the door of our hearts, waiting for us to invite Him in and experience prayer as a gift rather than an obligation. Paul Klouse | April 27, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Life can be painful and uncertain, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed. In "Life is Hard, But Christ is Risen," Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of Mary Magdalene, who stood at Jesus' tomb thinking all hope was lost. But when Jesus called her by name, everything changed — He was alive, and she was not alone. Because Christ is risen, we can face life's hardest moments with hope, knowing He sees us, knows us, and is with us. Dave Gustavsen | April 20, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Suffering Servant | Good Friday | Dave Gustavsen | The ChapelVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Finish Well," Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that life gives us brief windows of influence—moments to impact others for Christ. In Acts 20, the apostle Paul looks back on his life and shows how he used those moments well by following the right Master, sharing the right message, and living on the right mission. We're called to do the same: serve God, speak boldly about Jesus, and follow the Spirit's lead. Let's make the most of every window before it closes. Dave Gustavsen | April 13, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Idols are not just found in distant lands during ancient times, but they represent anything that has a higher priority in our lives than God. In “Challenge Idols”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us of the importance to engage people in conversation, challenge their idols on a level they can relate to, and talk about Jesus. Dave Gustavsen | April 6, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

What if your most difficult moments could lead to spiritual transformation? In "Redeem Crisis Moments," Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of Paul, Silas & a Roman jailer revealing how challenges can become opportunities for faith. Crises can break down our defenses, make us question, and even lead to life-changing conversion. In times of upheaval, God may be inviting you to something new! Dave Gustavsen | March 30, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

When people are around you, do they feel Jesus lifting a burden or adding one? In "Simplify Your Message," Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches from Acts 15, reminding us that Jesus offers freedom, not a burden. Do we invite inviting others into that freedom or weighing them down with unnecessary expectations? Dave Gustavsen | March 23, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How does your life reflect Jesus to those around you? In "Evidently," guest speaker Stuart Hall teaches through Acts 3 & 4, highlighting the lasting evidence of faith after Jesus' resurrection. Stuart challenges us to consider the impact of our faith and offers practical ways we can build deeper connections and trust — so that through our actions, others can clearly see God's love. Stuart Hall | March 16, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

As witnesses to Christ, why should we appeal to Scripture? In "Appeal to Scripture," Pastor Dave Gustavsen unpacks this vital question, showing how Scripture helps people make sense of their stories; makes Jesus the main point, and finally, calls for a response. Through Paul's sermon in Acts 13, we see how God's Word isn't just informative - it's transformative, guiding both our faith and our witness to others. Dave Gustavsen | March 9, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Opposition to our faith is inevitable and has existed for thousands of years. In “Expect Opposition”, Pastor Paul Klouse reminds us not only to expect opposition but to be prepared, equips us with practical steps to face it, and encourages us with the hope that it won't last forever. Paul Klouse | March 2, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Chapel Kids Sunday," Pastor Dave Gustavsen explores the question: Why should I invest in the lives of kids? Teaching from Matthew 18 and 19, he highlights how children teach us humility, worship, and faith. At the same time, kids need us to show up for them, love them, and most importantly, point them to Jesus. When we invest in the next generation, we not only shape their faith but also deepen our own walk with Christ. Dave Gustavsen | February 23, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Jesus calls us to be his witnesses through the power of the Holy Spirit, even when it seems impossible. In “Don't Underestimate God,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how Jesus transformed Saul from a persecutor to a gospel messenger. Ananias, an ordinary believer, played a key role, showing that God uses unlikely people. We should never underestimate God's work in others, His purpose for us, or His power to transform lives. Dave Gustavsen | February 16, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Follow His Lead,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God orchestrates events to reach people, using the story of Philip and the Ethiopian official. Despite his high status, the Ethiopian humbly sought understanding, and Philip pointed him to Jesus. This story reminds us to stay open to the Spirit's guidance, engage with seekers, and trust that Jesus is the answer to our deepest needs. Dave Gustavsen | February 9, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Suffering is hard – but it also brings rewards in us and through us. In “Prepare to Suffer,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen highlights how Stephen's martyrdom spread the gospel across Judea and Samaria. Though painful, suffering builds perseverance, character, and hope, strengthens our faith. Dave Gustavsen | February 2, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Courage is something that we admire in others, but challenging to accomplish in our own lives. In “Act with Courage”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at where courage comes from and what courage looks like. Dave Gustavsen | January 26, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Join the Family," Pastor Dave Gustavsen highlights the early Christian church as a family devoted to discipleship, evangelism, fellowship, worship, and ministry. Their genuine love and unity drew others to God. As we follow their example today, God continues to use authentic Christian community to draw people to Himself. Dave Gustavsen | January 19, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

The Holy Spirit, described as wind, wine, and fire, empowers believers to accomplish what they never could on their own. In "Rely on His Power," Pastor Dave Gustavsen explores the events of Pentecost, when the Spirit filled the early church, enabling them to speak different languages and share boldly about Jesus. Peter explained this as God's promise through the risen Christ and called people to repent, be baptized, and receive the Spirit. This same Spirit is available today, to all who turn to Jesus. Dave Gustavsen | January 12, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Receive Your Mission," Pastor Dave Gustavsen launches an inspiring series on the book of Acts, helping us discover God's purpose and mission for our lives and community. This Christ-centered mission is designed to be lived out together, fueled by the uncontainable power of the Holy Spirit. Let's join the mission and find our purpose! Dave Gustavsen | January 5, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "Seize the Year (Carpe Annum)," Pastor Dave Gustavsen challenges us to not use our skepticism toward New Year's Resolutions as an excuse for settling in the new year ahead — because God wants us to move forward in 2025! Teaching from Philippians 3:12-14, he emphasizes the importance of moving forward by the pull of God, to love God, love people, and serve the world.Dave Gustavsen | December 29, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Life presents us with situations and circumstances that challenge our confidence and certainty. In “The Cure for Uncertainty”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at the Wise Men in the Christmas story, reminding us that we can find spiritual certainty in a world that is so uncertain. Dave Gustavsen | December 22, 2024 Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "The Cure for Shame," Pastor Dave Gustavsen tells the story of the shepherds in Luke 2. Shame makes us feel unworthy and separated from God and others, just like the shepherds, who were seen as unclean and excluded. But God chose them—the least respected—to hear the angel's message first, showing that His good news is for everyone, even those burdened by shame. The cure for shame isn't focusing on ourselves, but on Jesus, whose sacrifice removes our shame and restores our connection with God. Dave Gustavsen | December 15, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

We all struggle with feeling unseen and unimportant at times. In "The Cure for Insignificance," Pastor Paul Klouse uses Mary's story to show that God sees us, knows us, and gives us purpose. Like Mary, our worth comes from God's grace, not our accomplishments. When we say “yes” to Him, the Holy Spirit empowers us to make a lasting impact. Paul Klouse | December 8, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In "The Cure for Hopelessness," Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how the Christmas story brings hope to hopeless situations. Joseph struggled with Mary's miraculous pregnancy, but he trusted God's plan. Through God's promises, Joseph found hope and purpose. No matter how dark or uncertain our situations may feel, God's plan offers hope that helps us through. Dave Gustavsen | December 1, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How do you respond when people mistreat you? In “Supernatural Forgiveness,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to illustrate the toxicity of unforgiveness, which can poison our hearts, relationships, and even our health. The path to freedom flows from a heart that recognizes and is grateful for the grace and mercy we've received from God. As Thanksgiving approaches, fostering gratitude can soften our hearts and pave the way for healing and restored relationships. Dave Gustavsen | November 24, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Humble Service,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches from the familiar passage where Jesus washes His disciples' feet. This act of humility reveals how a secure identity in God empowers us to serve others, even those we feel may not deserve it. It also points to the deeper cleansing Jesus offers through His sacrifice, inviting us to receive His forgiveness and follow His example. The true blessing of seeking God's Kingdom comes not just from knowing what's right, but from actively serving others as Jesus did. Dave Gustavsen | November 17, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

God calls us to “cross bridges” and engage with those who are different from us, whether geographically, culturally, generationally, or politically. In “Crossing the Bridge,” Pastor Dave reminds us that we should do this not to impress others, but to please God and lovingly share the gospel and our lives. As we obediently step out of our comfort zones and cross these bridges, we will not only eternally impact those we serve, but we will find ourselves deeply impacted and transformed in the process as well. Dave Gustavsen | November 10, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Constructive criticism can be helpful if done correctly. In “Self-Awareness,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at how we judge ourselves and others, cautioning against us the dangers of judging others incorrectly. He highlights that, when spoken with love and grace, healthy judgement can act like medicine, offering insight and growth. November 3, 2024 | Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Christlike Humility,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches how Jesus' example guides us away from self-centeredness and toward humility. By adopting Jesus' mindset, we discover that greatness is found in serving others rather than seeking personal glory. This humility frees us to value others above ourselves, transforming our relationships and lives for the better. Dave Gustavsen | October 27, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Radical Love,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches about the kind of love Jesus taught and modeled – one that goes beyond justice, retaliation, and tribalism. Loving everyone, even those who oppose us, reflects God's character and brings peace instead of conflict. This kind of love is countercultural and only possible when we rely on God's strength. Dave Gustavsen | October 20, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In a world filled with anger and division, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. As followers of Christ, we belong to a higher kingdom and are called to live differently. In “Heavenly Wisdom,” Pastor Paul Klause contrasts the empty results of earthly wisdom with the life-giving wisdom that comes from God. Paul Klouse | October 13, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Inclusion Sunday,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen focuses on how we relate to people with disabilities. Every person is created in the image of God, and we are to recognize their beauty rather than overlook it. Our interactions with those with disabilities should be marked by compassion and sensitivity to their challenges. October 6, 2024 | Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

We all identify ourselves in some way. In “New Identity,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen discusses how our connection with Christ should be the main way we define ourselves, replacing old identities. He explains that our new identity in Christ calls us to let go of certain negative traits while developing positive ones, changing how we think and act in our daily lives. Dave Gustavsen | September 29, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

We all worry about something. In “Seek First,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at Jesus' teachings on worry, reminding us that worry doesn't add value to our lives and can be harmful, both physically and spiritually. He reveals the source of worry and offers ways we can defeat worry. Dave Gustavsen | September 22, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

The Chapel's mission statement is “Building a family of Christ-followers who love God, love people, and serve the world." In “What We Do,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen highlights various ways that we accomplish our mission, such as evangelism, baptism, worship, preaching, small groups, and various serving opportunities. A few Chapel family members take the “hot seat,” sharing their personal experiences with different ministries. Dave Gustavsen | September 15, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In, “Who We Are,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how the church can bring healing to a divided culture by being a family of Christ-followers who love one another. Love is more than just a feeling – it is the loyal, sacrificial pursuit of another person's well-being, following Jesus' example and empowerment. Love matters because it shows the world who Jesus' disciples are and it brings joy to God. Dave Gustavsen | September 8, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In ”The God of Peace,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares five choices that can help us overcome anxiety: choosing joy, gentleness, prayer, beauty, and action. True peace is not found in our efforts, but in our relationship with God, the ultimate source of peace. By focusing on God's presence in our lives, we can experience a peace that transcends all understanding, even during difficult times. Dave Gustavsen | September 1, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Legacy,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen concludes the series on David's life with the message, “Life is hard, but God is good.” Like David, we all experience hardships of many kinds. However, God remains good, sovereign, present, forgiving, and better than our disappointments. We must focus on Jesus as our ultimate example and trust that He walks with us through all of life's difficulties. Dave Gustavsen | August 25, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

We all wrestle with pride at times. In "Arrogance," Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches from a time in David's life when his pride and arrogance took over, and how he overcame it. In contrast, Jesus modeled humility and service. We can resist arrogance is by following His example.Ted Voltmer | August 18, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Have you ever had your heart broken? In “Heartbreak,” Pastor Paul Klouse explores various heartbreaks in David's life, which include betrayal, displacement, and grief. When our hearts are broken, we can find hope and healing when we go to Jesus, the better and truer David, who gets us more than anyone else. Paul Klouse | August 11, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Sin,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses King David's adultery as an example to warn about the dangers of sexual sin. Though sexual sin (and all sin) is harmful, it can be overcome by turning away from it and towards God. Through Jesus' sacrifice, forgiveness is possible. When we choose to repent, we can be forgiven and experience restored joy. Dave Gustavsen | August 4, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How do we respond when God says “no?” In “Covenant,” Matt Smith teaches from a time in David's life when he was told “no” to something he wanted to do for God, but God gave him a greater promise instead. David teaches us to trust God's wisdom, do our part by submitting to His will, and expand our vision of God. Ultimately this story points us to Jesus, whose ultimate submission encourages us to trust in God's greater plan. July 28, 2024 | Matthew SmithVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Joy,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that true joy is found in God's presence. He uses David's story to show the importance of understanding God's holiness and mercy. Access to God's presence requires sacrifice, and that was paid in full by Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. Instead of taking God too lightly or ourselves too seriously, we should let God transform our hearts so we can experience true joy and celebration. Dave Gustavsen | July 21, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Pressure is a common experience, often due to a lack of time, money, or the need to please others. In "Pressure," Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches how to walk through life's pressures by looking at David's life. Jesus faced the ultimate pressure on the cross, and by recognizing his sacrifice, we can find the strength to endure life's challenges without being crushed. Dave Gustavsen | July 14, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How peaceful are your life and relationships? In “Peacemaker,” Ryan Olsen teaches from the story of David and Abigail, highlighting two types of people: peace breakers and peace makers. Which are you? Abigail's example shows us how we can bring peace into our lives. There is peace that can be made in the world today, and with Jesus as our ultimate peacemaker, we can spread His perfect peace wherever we go. Ryan Olsen | July 7, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

In “Mercy,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches us to handle mistreatment like David: respect God's design, rely on His justice, and expect His blessing. Instead of holding grudges and seeking revenge, we should listen to God's voice, seek peace and trust Him to handle our hurts. Jesus is the ultimate example of how to overcome mistreatment and He offers us true blessing and freedom when we give our burdens to Him. Dave Gustavsen | June 30, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

David made it through challenging times not just because of God, but also with the help of his good friend, Jonathan. In “Friendship,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen highlights what good friends do: they sacrifice for us, stick with us, stand up for us, and strengthen us. Jonathan was the kind of friend we wish we all had – but Jesus is the ultimate friend! Embracing Jesus' love and example will help us create and cherish true friendships in our lives. Dave Gustavsen | June 23, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.