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“Powerful” isn't the word most people would use to describe the spiritual life of many churches or Christians today—but in the early church, it certainly was. So what are we missing now that they had then? The answer is found in the misfortune that we're comfortable talking about God and Jesus, yet often unsure—or even afraid—of what to do with the Spirit. And yet Jesus himself told the disciples it was to their advantage that He go, so the Spirit could come. In our new series, Holy Ghost, we'll take a closer look at the third Person of the Trinity and discover that what we've been missing isn't something—but Someone.

Over the past several weeks in Asking for a Friend, we've explored some of the most challenging questions of the Christian faith—starting with the nature of truth and the tension between science and belief. We examined the reliability of Scripture, the evidence for the resurrection, and wrestled through the reality of suffering and the doctrine of Hell. This week, we close the series with a message on hurt—specifically the kind that can come from within the Church—and how Christ invites us to healing, forgiveness, and a renewed love for His people.

In our culture today, the idea of divine judgment from God is one of Christianity's most offensive doctrines. The idea of Hell combined with the concept of a loving God seems incompatible. So, should we keep holding onto this long held doctrine or come up with different options? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the biblical teaching on Hell and whether or not there are other options we can consider.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Brandon is joined once again by Scott Lasater to do a deeper dive on the topic of suffering.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Brandon is joined once again by Scott Lasater to do a deeper dive on the topic of suffering.

The number one reason that people struggle with the idea of a loving God is the presence of evil and suffering in the world. The honest truth is that it is a legitimate question. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares a powerful story in the book of John where Jesus gently leads us through the different questions we have about the suffering in our lives.

The number one reason that people struggle with the idea of a loving God is the presence of evil and suffering in the world. The honest truth is that it is a legitimate question. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares a powerful story in the book of John where Jesus gently leads us through the different questions we have about the suffering in our lives.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back again to dive deeper into why we believe in the resurection!

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back again to dive deeper into why we believe in the resurection!

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to talk about the validity and reliability of the Bible.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to talk about the validity and reliability of the Bible.

The resurrection of Jesus is a major historical problem, no matter how you look at it. If it never happened, then Christians are fools, but if it did happen, it is the most important event in human history and demands a response. The question then is, did the resurrection actually happen? Join us for Baptism Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the evidence that Christ is risen.

The resurrection of Jesus is a major historical problem, no matter how you look at it. If it never happened, then Christians are fools, but if it did happen, it is the most important event in human history and demands a response. The question then is, did the resurrection actually happen? Join us for Baptism Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the evidence that Christ is risen.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to do a deeper dive into the science behind a telescope and how that points to an intelligent creator. 

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to do a deeper dive into the science behind a telescope and how that points to an intelligent creator. 

The reliability of the Bible is under attack today. It is dismissed as God's Word spoken to us through the objections of supposed contradictions, historical inaccuracies, or poor transmission through the centuries. But do these criticisms actually hold water? This Sunday Pastor Brandon will discuss how the New Testament specifically is not only the most reliable and well preserved ancient documents by far, but that there is a great case to be made it was written by God.

The reliability of the Bible is under attack today. It is dismissed as God's Word spoken to us through the objections of supposed contradictions, historical inaccuracies, or poor transmission through the centuries. But do these criticisms actually hold water? This Sunday Pastor Brandon will discuss how the New Testament specifically is not only the most reliable and well preserved ancient documents by far, but that there is a great case to be made it was written by God.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to do a deeper dive into the science behind a microscope and how that points to an intelligent creator. 

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Scott Lasater is back this week to do a deeper dive into the science behind a microscope and how that points to an intelligent creator. 

Famed atheist Richard Dawkins declared that, “Faith is belief in spite of, even perhaps because of, the lack of evidence” – especially scientific evidence. Since the Enlightenment, the benefits of scientific discovery have also resulted in a belief that since God is not able to be observed or measured, that he does not exist. But is that true? This Sunday Pastor Brandon will discuss how scientific discoveries in the invisible realm are now some of the most logical reasons to believe in an Intelligent Designer.

Famed atheist Richard Dawkins declared that, “Faith is belief in spite of, even perhaps because of, the lack of evidence” – especially scientific evidence. Since the Enlightenment, the benefits of scientific discovery have also resulted in a belief that since God is not able to be observed or measured, that he does not exist. But is that true? This Sunday Pastor Brandon will discuss how scientific discoveries in the invisible realm are now some of the most logical reasons to believe in an Intelligent Designer.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Today we're joined by Scott Lasater to do a deeper dive into our sermon this past Sunday on Truth.

Welcome to The Chapel Podcast! We recognize that 60 minutes on a Sunday morning is not enough to share all that we'd like in our announcements and sermons, so we've created this space in order to further conversations, make connections, and provide clarity.Today we're joined by Scott Lasater to do a deeper dive into our sermon this past Sunday on Truth.

Waiting is one of the hardest things we experience in life. Not knowing what's next. Not knowing when answers will come. The temple was rebuilt, and the nation of Israel was waiting for God's return. What was He waiting for? After the final prophet, Malachi, Israel entered a long silence… waiting. Join us this weekend as we conclude the Scrolls You Skipped, and hear what God is calling us to in the waiting.

Waiting is one of the hardest things we experience in life. Not knowing what's next. Not knowing when answers will come. The temple was rebuilt, and the nation of Israel was waiting for God's return. What was He waiting for? After the final prophet, Malachi, Israel entered a long silence… waiting. Join us this weekend as we conclude the Scrolls You Skipped, and hear what God is calling us to in the waiting.

Before we conclude our series on the minor prophets, we are excited to welcome our longtime friend, Dr. Luther Whitfield, to deliver the message this Sunday on the major prophet Daniel. Pastor Luther is the founder and senior pastor of New Covenant Worship Center.

Before we conclude our series on the minor prophets, we are excited to welcome our longtime friend, Dr. Luther Whitfield, to deliver the message this Sunday on the major prophet Daniel. Pastor Luther is the founder and senior pastor of New Covenant Worship Center.

We all want to see clearly, but that's not always guaranteed. If our eyes are nearsighted, we get glasses, but when the future is fuzzy, it can be very discouraging. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon dives into the longest Minor Prophet, Zechariah, who gave visions to a discouraged people through fuzzy images of a hopeful future.

We all want to see clearly, but that's not always guaranteed. If our eyes are nearsighted, we get glasses, but when the future is fuzzy, it can be very discouraging. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon dives into the longest Minor Prophet, Zechariah, who gave visions to a discouraged people through fuzzy images of a hopeful future.

Are you the type of person to start something and have difficulty seeing it through to the end? Whether it's a book or a project around the house, unfinished work is often a result of misplaced priorities, especially when that project involves God's work? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon begins our final stretch in the Minor Prophets with a dive into Haggai's challenge to get to work.

Are you the type of person to start something and have difficulty seeing it through to the end? Whether it's a book or a project around the house, unfinished work is often a result of misplaced priorities, especially when that project involves God's work? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon begins our final stretch in the Minor Prophets with a dive into Haggai's challenge to get to work.

One of the most dangerous warning signs for our faith is not when we are doubting or angry with God, but rather when we are complacent. It is a complacent faith that can cause a drift from God that can have implications for generations to come. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares from the prophet Zephaniah how a passion for God can be nurtured.

One of the most dangerous warning signs for our faith is not when we are doubting or angry with God, but rather when we are complacent. It is a complacent faith that can cause a drift from God that can have implications for generations to come. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares from the prophet Zephaniah how a passion for God can be nurtured.

Join our Change Your World series as we feature one of our partners every month. We'll share their history with The Chapel, what their ministry does, and how YOU can get engaged with their ministry.Learn more about Blessings in a Backpack: https://www.blessingsindiana.org/

Join our Change Your World series as we feature one of our partners every month. We'll share their history with The Chapel, what their ministry does, and how YOU can get engaged with their ministry.Learn more about Blessings in a Backpack: https://www.blessingsindiana.org/

What does it really mean to live by faith, especially when life feels unfair, and God seems silent? In the book of Habakkuk, we see a prophet who brings his pain to God, wrestles with hard realities, and ultimately chooses to rejoice in God's strength and salvation. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Mike walks through Habakkuk and reminds us that living by faith isn't about having all the answers, it's about trusting the One who does.

What does it really mean to live by faith, especially when life feels unfair, and God seems silent? In the book of Habakkuk, we see a prophet who brings his pain to God, wrestles with hard realities, and ultimately chooses to rejoice in God's strength and salvation. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Mike walks through Habakkuk and reminds us that living by faith isn't about having all the answers, it's about trusting the One who does.

People will often say that they like the version of God who is merciful and loving and don't know what to make of it when He comes across as angry and wrathful. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon dives into the book of Nahum and discusses how we should view God in times when He may act in ways that seem contrary to His nature.

People will often say that they like the version of God who is merciful and loving and don't know what to make of it when He comes across as angry and wrathful. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon dives into the book of Nahum and discusses how we should view God in times when He may act in ways that seem contrary to His nature.

They are rarely given out and even less rarely kept. When they are broken, so is our hearts and our trust in others. The prophet Micah has another take on promises. Yes, we are promise breakers, but he shares with the world that there is one that never break his promises. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares the promises of God spoken through the prophet Micah.

They are rarely given out and even less rarely kept. When they are broken, so is our hearts and our trust in others. The prophet Micah has another take on promises. Yes, we are promise breakers, but he shares with the world that there is one that never break his promises. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares the promises of God spoken through the prophet Micah.

Ever had a disagreement where you were able to get in the perfect last word? Maybe you walked away feeling justified, or maybe it didn't go as you had hoped? This week's minor prophet finds himself in an argument with God that he tries to win with a “mic drop” moment. Join us this week to find out who has the last word.

Ever had a disagreement where you were able to get in the perfect last word? Maybe you walked away feeling justified, or maybe it didn't go as you had hoped? This week's minor prophet finds himself in an argument with God that he tries to win with a “mic drop” moment. Join us this week to find out who has the last word.

It's the least read book in the entire Bible, with no quotations in the New Testament, and no prophecies regarding the coming Messiah. So why would we bother reading the book that is already the least read book in the entire Bible? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares the relevance of the small but mighty book of Obadiah.

It's the least read book in the entire Bible, with no quotations in the New Testament, and no prophecies regarding the coming Messiah. So why would we bother reading the book that is already the least read book in the entire Bible? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares the relevance of the small but mighty book of Obadiah.

One of the qualities of a godly person and a great nation is when justice is valued. It was in 1963 that Dr. Martin Luther King quoted the book of Amos in his famous “I Have a Dream” speech when he said, “We will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream.” Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses how we can be a people and nation that fulfills this message through the prophet Amos.

One of the qualities of a godly person and a great nation is when justice is valued. It was in 1963 that Dr. Martin Luther King quoted the book of Amos in his famous “I Have a Dream” speech when he said, “We will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream.” Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses how we can be a people and nation that fulfills this message through the prophet Amos.

In our new series, we learned that there are scrolls we have skipped that deserve a second look. This Sunday Pastor Brandon explores the dynamic pictures laid out by the prophet Joel where he shares the details and response needed from us concerning the coming day of the Lord.

In our new series, we learned that there are scrolls we have skipped that deserve a second look. This Sunday Pastor Brandon explores the dynamic pictures laid out by the prophet Joel where he shares the details and response needed from us concerning the coming day of the Lord.