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This Sunday, we went through one of the best-known stories from David's life and perhaps the Bible. Pastor Brad taught that when we are afraid, we must find our courage in God. What does that look like in the life of a follower of Christ? Listen as we learn three ways to find courage! We hope and pray you find this message encouraging as you run the race with endurance!This message is from 9.27.26

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The Cross and the Flag week 3: The Peaceful LifeIn this final week of our series from the book of Daniel, Pastor Brad speaks to us about living a peaceful life. We are not called to use political systems to change the world for Christ. We are instructed to be a living example of what God's kingdom looks like, and we do this by living quiet lives and letting God be sovereign over the affairs of men and nations. We should pray more and protest less, share our faith more than our opinions. We need to seek the peace and prosperity of our nation, by turning to God not to men and putting our trust in Him.

The Cross and the Flag week 2: The Difficult Way of JesusAs we continue the series, rooted in the book of Daniel, Pastor Brad discusses idolatry and the danger of putting political entities in the place where God belongs. When we turn to anything but God to save us, to be the answer to the needs in our lives we are committing idolatry and just as it never went well for Israel, it will not go well for us either. God is God and only He is worthy of our worship.

This week at Park Church, Pastor Brad taught from 1 Peter 5. We learned that Jesus wants pastors to lead His people well. As we walked through this important scripture together, we examined three commitments a pastor makes to lead God's people well. This was also a wonderful time, as a church family, to hear the vision for the direction we want to head over the next five years! We are glad you are listening! We would love to see you in person! We meet every Sunday at 10:30 am. We are located at:1701 E 33rd StDes Moines, IA 50317 This message is from 9/13/26

The Cross and the Flag week 1: What's wrong?Through the book of Daniel we take a look at what it looks like to disentangle the kingdom of God from the earthy kingdom of our nation. What is patriotism? Are we patriotic about our true King and His kingdom? What would that look like/what should that look like? Join us as Pastor Brad begins a new series examining just that.

Episode Summary:In the opening message of the Back to Basics series, Pastor Brad calls the church back to a deep, expectant relationship with the Word of God. Drawing from Acts 2 and Nehemiah 8, he shows how God's people are transformed when they hunger for the Word, listen with expectation, learn together, and live in obedience to what God says. This is not a call to religious performance or legalism, but an invitation to receive and walk in what Jesus has already provided through His finished work. The message challenges us to treat Scripture as daily bread, not a once-a-week moment, and to expect God to reveal Jesus as we get into His Word.Main Scripture:• Acts 2:41–42• Nehemiah 8:1–15• Matthew 4:4• Nehemiah 8:10Big Idea:God's people are called to get back to the basics by getting into the Word, expecting to hear from God, and living by what He says.In This Episode:• The Word must remain the foundation of the church; ministry activity, programs, events, and even good practices can never replace the gospel of Jesus.• Scripture is daily bread, not weekly wheat. We do not read to impress God; we get into the Word because we want to know and enjoy Jesus.• Nehemiah 8 shows the hunger of a people who actively called for the Word and listened with reverence, attention, expectation, and anticipation.• God designed believers to learn the Word together as one body. Preaching helps us understand Scripture, but every believer is invited to hear from God and respond.• Obedience is not a way to earn what God has withheld. It is how we participate in and experience what He has already provided through Jesus.• The pattern is simple: look at the Word, listen to the Word, learn from the Word, and live by the Word. The book is powerful because it reveals the Person—Jesus.Reflection Questions:• Do I truly expect God to speak when I open the Word or come to church?• Am I treating Scripture like daily bread, or mostly as a weekly church moment?• Where have I been hearing the Word without truly listening and applying it?• Am I trying to grow in isolation, or am I receiving and responding to the Word with the body of Christ?• What has God already shown me in His Word that I need to begin living by?Next Steps:• Read one chapter of Acts each day during the 28-day Back to Basics devotional.• Before you read, ask God to speak and approach the Word with expectation rather than performance.• Write down one truth from Scripture and one practical way to live it out that day.• Stay connected to the body of Christ and make room to learn the Word with other believers.• Obey one clear instruction from the Word this week—not to impress God, but to walk in what He has already provided.Closing Line:Listen to the full message, share it with someone who needs the encouragement, and subscribe so you can continue with us through the Back to Basics series.

Our emotions are real, and following Jesus doesn't mean ignoring or suppressing what we feel. But what happens when anger, fear, frustration, jealousy, shame, or another strong emotion begins determining how we respond?In this message, Pastor Brad looks at Ephesians 4 and Psalm 4 to explore what it means to follow Jesus with our emotions. As God makes us new, we can learn to recognize what we're feeling without allowing those feelings to control us, refocusing instead on our relationship with God, what is real and true, and the peace that comes from surrendering to Him what we cannot control.Questions for Reflection:• What emotion or feeling is most likely to take control of how you respond when life doesn't go the way you hoped?• When a strong emotion begins to take over, what would it look like to acknowledge what you're feeling while surrendering control of your response to God?

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In this final week of "Screen Time," our series on technology, Pastor Brad speaks to us about the way that our digital devices rob us of the opportunity to have real relationships and real moments with the people in our lives -- and what we should do about it.

Our devices are designed to pull us away from reality, to saturate us in an infinite scrolling universe where our "friends" are merely a number on a screen consisting of people and bots that have clicked a button. We need to decouple from the digital world and put boundaries in our lives to protect ourselves from seeking validation from a device, when we need instead to develop and find purpose in real relationships with the people we see in the real world. This week Pastor Brad speaks on the dangers and benefits of the online realm, and what God would have us remember as we use technology in our lives. 

God Has a Plan Part 2: Comfort in a Cave. Join us in the second part of our new series as Pastor Brad House brings us a word on how our need for security is met in God.

Title: Because You Say So — Obedience in the Great CommissionDescription: In this message from our "Time to Go" series, Pastor Brad explores Jesus' final commission and the call to obedient discipleship. Using Luke 5 (the calling of the first disciples) and the Great Commission (Matthew 28), he shows how authentic faith reshapes everyday life—money, work, relationships, rest—and invites us to trade “my kingdom” for “thy kingdom.” Practical examples and biblical teaching challenge us to respond with the posture of Simon Peter: “Because you say so, I will.” Come discover what obedience looks like in your world and the life-changing fruit that follows.

"God is with us, for us, and now in us. On Pentecost Sunday we conclude our Time to Go series by unpacking Acts 2 — the coming of the Holy Spirit, the reversal of Babel's division, and the birth of the church. Pastor Brad explores how Pentecost connects Passover, the Feast of Weeks, and Moses receiving the law, and calls us to renewed awe, repentance, and bold witness. Join us as we celebrate the Spirit's presence, remember sacrificial service this Memorial Day, and leave empowered to live and love like God is in us."

Pastor Brad exhorts us that trusting in Christ is what makes for a life lived for God.

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In this episode of the Fresh Hope for Mental Health Podcast, Pastor Brad sits down with Tim Boyd — husband, father of five, former pastor of 20 years, author of two books, and comedian — for a candid conversation about family, faith, and the realities of raising kids who've experienced trauma. Tim shares his story alongside his family's international adoption journey, opening up about the joys and the challenges of parenting children who carry the weight of past trauma. Tim also serves as the director of a foster care organization, bringing a unique perspective on advocacy for vulnerable children and families. Don't miss the chance to hear more from Tim in person at Celebration of Hope on September 3, where he'll also be bringing his comedy to the event. Learn more about Tim Boyd: https://www.timboydcomedy.com/ Join us for Celebration of Hope: https://freshhope.us/celebrationofhope/ Fresh Hope for Mental Health: https://freshhope.us/  

Welcome to Park Church! We are glad you are listening to this message from Sunday. We would love to meet you in person. We meet on Sundays at 1701 E 33rd St in Des Moines at 10:30 am. This week, Pastor Brad taught from Hebrews 11:30-31 about how God works through those who obey. We learned 2 ways we obey in faith from the Israelites and from Rahab. Thanks for listening!This message is from 8/9/26

Faith is more than positive thinking, it's trusting God based on His Word.In this episode of We're Talkin' About with Kaley Gray, we're discussing what faith really is, how it grows, and what it looks like to trust God when life feels uncertain. We talk about why faith isn't reserved for a select few, how trials can strengthen your faith, and practical ways to hear God's voice and follow His leading.If you've ever struggled with doubt, questioned God's timing, or wondered how to grow stronger spiritually, this conversation is for you.You'll learn:• What biblical faith actually means• How faith develops over time• Why God's Word is essential for growing faith• What to do when your faith feels weak• How to stay encouraged during difficult seasons• How to identify God's will and direction for your lifeNo matter what you're facing today, God is faithful. Keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and keep taking the next step of faith.Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement.

Psalm 47 calls us to that unrestrained joy — for a King whose throne isn't up for grabs. In this expository sermon on Psalm 47, Pastor Brad walks through the psalm's two matching calls to praise and the single verse at the center that everything turns on: God has ascended. We look at what it meant for Israel, what it means now that Jesus has taken that throne, and why the nations who were once under Israel's feet end up standing beside them, singing the same song. Along the way: what "inheritance" actually meant, why Joshua isn't the subject of verse 3, and how God's promise to Abraham finally came true. Passage: Psalm 47 (NIV) Series: The Psalms Commission: Colossians 3:15–17

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Isaac's story may seem quiet, but his faith carried a promise through generations. Pastor Brad challenges us to trust God's timing, stay planted through uncertainty, and dig our own wells of faith.

This week Pastor Brad discusses the implications of Paul's relationships near the end of his life. We are encouraged to trust in Jesus Christ, whom we have believed in, and to not abandon God's call on our lives.

"Crumbs and Spit"Today Pastor Brad Teaches from Mark 7:24-37This week's sermon contains two more of Jesus' miracles. First he heals a gentile woman's demon possessed child, and the second he heals a blind and deaf man. Pastor Brad helps us study deeper into these miracles, and how Jesus is "hands off" with the first miracle, and very "hands on" with the second. Specifically, how both instances are a display of faith.Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/CIT2OK768UwThank you for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodlcop.com/connectPlease access the bulletin to view all the announcements please check out the bulletin here: www.lakewoodlcop.com/resources

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This week Pastor Brad reminds us of God's love for us just as Paul reminded Timothy. It is God's love that then compels us to receive his grace, mercy and peace; to teach our families the gospel and sound doctrine; and to and practice our spiritual gifts with passion.

Have you ever felt spiritually lost — like God went silent and every reference point vanished? The things that used to connect you to God don't seem to work anymore, and the one voice that could orient you seems quiet. What do you do when the fog rolls in? Most of us do one of two things: we pull away from God, or we pretend everything's fine. Psalm 42–43 shows us a third way. In this message, Pastor Brad walks through one of the most honest songs in the Bible — a psalm written by a believer in deep spiritual darkness — and finds a pattern for suffering well: faith in the fog doesn't pull away and doesn't pretend. It pours out its pain, and it preaches hope to its soul. Along the way we'll discover why lament is an act of faith (not a failure of it), how to preach hope to your own downcast soul, and how God ultimately answered this psalm's prayer — by sending his Son into the fog for us. If you're walking through a season of spiritual dryness, doubt, depression, or unanswered prayer, this message is for you.

"Give Watcha Got"Today Pastor Brad Teaches from Mark 6:30-44In our latest entry into our Mark series, Pastor Brad delves further into the events of Jesus feeding the 5000. Explaining the circumstances, and the faith needed to obtained the reward that was gained. It is put into understanding so well that even the kids understood the message. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/KuIrXcbZ4ZgThank you for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodlcop.com/connectPlease access the bulletin to view all the announcements please check out the bulletin here: www.lakewoodlcop.com/resources

This week Pastor Brad discusses our spiritual gifts. Starting with where they come from and ending with why we are given them.

Jesus is worth everything, because he gave everything. When we understand what Jesus gave for us, no act of devotion feels too costly.

Find all of the content for Pastor Brad's sermon on 1 Corinthians 14:1-25 here! Learn about pursuing gifts that build up the church.

Vance Hays fills in for Pastor Brad. He reminds us what the divinity of Christ and humanity of Christ are both vitally important for Christ's mediation for our sins.

Episode Summary:In this message, Pastor Brad continues The Gospel Of series by teaching on the gospel of the Kingdom. Using Mark 1:14-15, he shows that Jesus did not only come to secure heaven for us later; He came as King, bringing a present Kingdom that gives believers purpose, authority, and power now. This message invites us to repent from performance-based thinking, believe what Jesus has finished, and live as people who carry His righteousness, peace, and joy into the world around us.Main Scripture:Mark 1:14-15Isaiah 9Ephesians 2:10Big Idea:The gospel of the Kingdom is the good news that Jesus is King, His Kingdom is present now, and believers are empowered to live from His authority and purpose.In This Episode:Why the gospel is more than a message of salvation later and includes purpose, identity, authority, and life in Christ now.How Jesus preached the Kingdom of God and announced that the Kingdom is at hand because the King has come.Why repentance means changing the way we think, especially when we drift back into performance, fear, pressure, or religious striving.How the Kingdom of God confronts the ways of the world by serving instead of forcing, humbling instead of dominating, and transforming hearts instead of merely changing appearances.Why the Kingdom must never be separated from the King, because principles may change behavior, but only Jesus changes the heart.How the Kingdom reveals purpose and empowers believers to bless others, change environments, and walk out the good works God prepared for them.Reflection Questions:Have I understood the gospel mostly as going to heaven later, while missing the Kingdom purpose Jesus gives me now?Where do I need to repent from old ways of thinking rooted in performance, pressure, fear, or self-effort?Am I trying to advance God's Kingdom with old kingdom methods such as force, control, image management, or comparison?Do I see the Kingdom as a present reality, or have I pushed it off until heaven or the afterlife?Where do I need to stop asking God to do what He has already empowered me to walk in through Christ?Have I made the Kingdom more about principles than about the King?What environment has God placed me in where I can bring righteousness, peace, joy, encouragement, patience, and love?Next Steps:Read Mark 1:14-15 this week and ask God to renew how you think about His Kingdom.Identify one area where you have been living from performance, and choose to trust the finished work of Jesus instead.Pray, “Your Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven,” over your home, workplace, family, and daily responsibilities.Look for one practical way to serve someone this week as a reflection of the upside-down Kingdom of Jesus.Stop carrying the pressure of being the center of your world, and intentionally make your life about the King.Walk into one environment this week believing that Christ in you can make it better because you are carrying His life and power.Closing Line:Listen in, share this message with someone who needs encouragement, and subscribe for more gospel-centered teaching from The Gospel Unfiltered.