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In week 5 of our journey through Ecclesiastes, Pastor Dave reminds us that worship isn't just another item on our Sunday checklist—it's sacred. From Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 5, we're challenged to “walk prudently” when we come before God. What does it look like to recover a holy reverence for the Lord in an age of casual worship? In this message, Pastor Dave unpacks the fear of the Lord, the purpose of true worship, and how to prepare our hearts to meet with God.

In 1 Thessalonians 2, Paul reveals that the secret to resilient faith is not rooted in fleshly leadership, control, or self-reliance, but in the sacrificial, parental love shared by spiritual leaders and the community of faith. Paul, Silas, and Timothy demonstrate both the nurturing care of a mother and the exhorting guidance of a father- pouring themselves out to serve, protect, instruct, and exemplify holy living for the Thessalonians. Their ministry is a powerful model of building true spiritual endurance: believers are shaped not by being pushed or manipulated, but by being “loved into resilience,” challenged to grow, and shown what it means to endure and persevere, all while pointing back to the ultimate love and example of Christ Himself. Faithful investment in others- out of genuine love- becomes the crown and joy of spiritual parenthood, with eternal significance at the return of Christ.

In this message from LifeChurchNV, the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17:11–19 is unpacked. While all ten were healed, only one returned to give thanks. Why? Because gratitude is more than good manners; it's a sign of a secure heart attached to Jesus. Join us as we explore how gratitude awakens our spiritual life, breaks pride and entitlement, and re-anchors our identity in Christ. Discover how gratitude isn't just a feeling it's a daily practice that transforms your heart.

In this powerful message from Isaiah 41–46, Pastor Dave invites us into the “Trial of the False Gods,” where God Himself calls the idols of the nations to the stand. Through vivid courtroom imagery, we see the Lord expose the futility of man-made gods—things we create, carry, and ultimately worship—contrasted with the majesty of the one true God who alone carries us.As the sermon unfolds, we're confronted with our own modern idols: success, relationships, comfort, or control. Yet Isaiah reminds us that only Yahweh—the Creator who formed the heavens, the Redeemer who knows the future, and the Savior who blots out our sins—can bear the full weight of our hope.This message calls us to honest reflection: Is Jesus truly our everything, or simply one of many things competing for our devotion? With grace and conviction, Pastor Dave reminds us that every knee will one day bow before Christ—the God who carries His people, redeems them by name, and invites them to find their “everything” in Him alone.

Pastor Dave invites us into the book of Habakkuk, exploring what it means to have "faithful doubt"—trusting God even when the world feels upside down. From Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" to the prophet's ancient cries of “How long, Lord?”, Pastor Dave reminds us that honest questions can grow seasoned faith. Like a cast iron pan refined by heat and oil, our faith is strengthened through life's trials and worshipful trust. Join us as we learn how to sing, wait, and believe—because God is still good, still sovereign, and still at work in times like these.

Kingdom Culture- Week 2November 09, 2025Teacher: Pastor David NunnKingdom Culture: Bringing Heaven to EarthHow the Kingdom Shapes CommunityText: John 13:34–35; Acts 2:42–47Welcome to week two of “Kingdom Culture: Bringing Heaven to Earth.”Last week Pastor Dave Brown spoke about the way Jesus kind of “flips the script” on what we tend to believe a blessed life looks like. A blessed life according to Matthew 5, is one of humility, mercy, gentleness, sorrow, and dependance on the LORD. It involves persecution, rather than accomplishment, fame, or wealth. I would suggest to you that bringing the kingdom of heaven to earth will never be accomplished through powerful political movements, or even through great spiritual awakenings. That is not to say that the Spirit of God doesn't miraculously move through great populations of people. There have been several such movements in Christian history, beginning with Pentecost which we'll discuss in a moment. However, these great spiritual awakenings are the exception, not the norm.The norm for bringing the Kingdom of God in earth as it is in heaven is for groups of committed disciples of Christ to live and witness to their faith in a way that touches the community around them. When the world sees disciples loving each other and loving their neighbors in the same way that Christ loves them, then unbelieving hearts and minds are refocused with a desire to understand the source of that love.That is a process that is not built on great preaching, exciting worship, or big evangelical events that draw huge crowds. It happens as believers build humble, loving relationships in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces and communities, and through those relationships we witness to the life-changing presence of Christ in our lives. The key to growing a kingdom culture is welcoming and joining the presence of our King within our community.At its core, Christianity is not a religion based on rules of conduct, or commitment to a list of tenets of faith. Jesus never taught His disciples to go and establish a correct moral standard for rest of the world to follow. We are not called to be moral police for the world. We have enough trouble policing our individual, personal morality.Again, as Pastor Dave reminded us a few weeks ago we shouldn't be wasting time trying to manage sin; not our own, and certainly not someone else's sin. That's like trying to hide the darkness. It's not possible. Instead, we should just turn on the light. How do we do that?Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.When we give ourselves wholly to God, we invite Him to bless us with His presence, His power, and His holiness. When you invite the presence of God into your life, it flips on the light that overcomes darkness. Again, to cite the teaching of Pastor Dave Brown, repentance is not just a change of behavior, it's a change of direction. It's a moment-by-moment choice to follow Jesus, which is all He ever asks any of His disciples to do. When we do that, Jesus doesn't change our behavior. He changes our nature.2 Cor 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!This new creation is the result of “abiding in Christ.” Does that sound familiar? It should. We spent the months of September and October talking about abiding in Christ. It is only through the presence of Christ that any of us can experience this life-changing outcome.So, if this newly created nature comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ, what other relationships are formed as a result?The model prayer is “Your kingdom come on Earth as it is in Heaven.” So, we're talking about establishing God's Kingdom culture in a way that impacts the culture of the rest of the world.One person can't do that. It requires community. Even Jesus didn't try to change the world's culture by Himself. Many believed that He would. They expected Him to miraculously overthrow the Roman's, declare Himself King, and establish His reign on Earth. Instead, He recruited and taught a small community of believers who were committed to following Him. In the book of Acts, Luke shares the history of this group of 120 believers who, over the course of the first century, made a fundamental cultural impact on the entire Roman world, and beyond. In fact, the impact of that tiny congregation is still being felt 2000 years later, on the other side of the world in Redeemer Church in Tulsa, OK. That's the power of a community of people who are committed to following Christ wherever and however He leads.I would submit to you today that the power to alter a culture through the establishment of God's Kingdom happens only through a community of faith. It is never the result of a single individual, no matter how gifted he/she may be.Let's see how God moved through that first Christian community. After the ascension of Jesus, we are told in Acts 1:15 that about 120 followers of Christ were constantly gathering to pray as they followed Jesus' final instruction to wait in Jerusalem for the promised Holy Spirit to arrive. As they gathered on the Day of Pentecost the promise was fulfilled.Acts 2:4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.Note, they gathered as a community. They had been meeting and praying together for the last ten days. When the Holy Spirit came, they were together as a community, and how many of them were filled with the Holy Spirit? ALL of them. And together they began to speak to the people outside their gathering place. They raised such a ruckus that a crowd gathered to see what was happening. At this point Peter stood up and addressed the crowd. Now you may say, “Look! Peter's just one man, acting on his own.”Acts 2:14 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd:Peter wasn't alone. He stood with His fellow apostles, and they stood with the support of the other 108 believers who were witnessing to the crowd.People often note the courage of Peter on that day. This was the man who denied that he even knew Christ on the eve of the crucifixion. Now he's standing up and telling this massive crowd not only was Jesus the prophesied Messiah, but he accused the crowd of crucifying their Messiah. In fact, He ended his message with these words.Acts 2:36 “God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”We wonder what happened? What changed in Peter to give him the courage that was lacking just a few weeks earlier, and of course we point out that He was filled with power of the Holy Spirit. I don't want to, in any way, lessen the importance of the Holy Spirit in Peter's courageous preaching, but I would suggest that there is at least one other important factor: Peter was NOT alone. In the garden outside the house of the high priest none of Peter's fellow disciples were present. When he preached at Pentecost he stood as one of twelve apostles who were supported by a community of 120, who had spent the last 10 days in constant prayer together. Can you see the strength and power of a community, even a small one, when they stand together to preach the gospel to the masses who gathered in Jerusalem to celebrate Pentecost that day? Had Peter been alone, he would not have been able to even get the attention of that crowd. The Holy Spirit worked through the empowerment of the entire group. Not just one or an impowered few. ALL were empowered, and ALL went into the streets to preach the gospel.So, what happened next? At the end of the day around 3000 people were added to their number. That was an extraordinary day. A powerful movement of the Spirit that brought thousands into the fellowship of the church. We recognize that as an extraordinary day. As I said earlier, that is NOT the normal flow of Kingdom growth. It was an exceptional outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the entire community of faith. Again, it was a community movement. It wasn't Peter acting alone. God chose to work through a community. That's what He always does. Look what happened next.Acts 2:42-47 They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.In this passage, I believe we see what the norm for the growth of Kingdom culture in the world should be. Note the verbs that describe how this brand-new church acted:They met together in the temple courts. This was the only place large enough for 3000 people to meet, but they weren't just meeting. The Greek word used here actually means they continued together in one accord: as one mind. What do you think they were doing together in the temple? I think they were learning how to follow Christ.They devoted themselves:  Again, the literal translation is “steadfastly continued.” What were they continuing in doing?  They spent time and effort, listening to, learning, so that they could follow the teaching of the Apostles. This is most likely why they met together in the temple. Like Jesus, the apostles were using this common gathering place to teach the people. These new converts were devoted to gathering daily and continuously learning and following the apostles teaching.They were also devoted (steadfastly continued) to fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. Where do you think that took place?They broke bread: In their homes. Breaking bread refers to sharing communion together as Jesus had taught the apostles. They met together in homes, ate together, and shared communion together with glad and sincere hearts.So, they met together in the temple, not every Sunday, but every day, and they also gathered in homes sharing meals and fellowship and praying together in smaller groups throughout the week. This was not a “see you next Sunday” kind of congregational event. These people actually spent time together during the week. They were not just devoted to learning and following the teaching of the apostles, they were devoted to each other. They were devoted to being together with one another.We in the ECC pride ourselves on our devotion to God's Word. Some like to refer to us as people of the book. That's good. The church in Jerusalem shows that devotion to knowing and following the teaching of Christ is fundamental to our spiritual formation, but that's not enough. They also devoted themselves to one another. What was the evidence of that devotion?In verse 44 we are told that the believers were together and had everything in common. The Greek word for believers is actually a verb meaning “having believed.” So Young's literal translation says,“all those believing were at the same place, and had all things common.”Because they shared a common, foundational belief in Jesus Christ as their LORD, they saw each other as a family, holding everything in common. They didn't use the pronouns my/mine, but our/ours. One of the hallmarks of a functional family is that they share. Even from a legal point of view family property is held jointly. So, these 3000 new converts didn't just accept Jesus as LORD, they were adopted and assimilated into a brand-new family; a family built upon their shared commitment to Jesus as LORD.So, they were devoted to learning and following the teachings of Jesus from the apostles, and they were devoted to each other; sharing with one another, caring for one another, finding opportunities to simply be together, share a meal, share communion with other members of the family. What was the result of this two-fold devotion?v. 47 And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.That's how kingdom culture spreads through a lost world. God works through His family. God has given us three fundamental tools to guide us through our spiritual formation. He has given us His Spirit, His Word, and His Church. What we see in the example of this first church is that all three are essential to both personal spiritual formation and kingdom growth. Too many of us who profess Christ as our LORD tend to neglect the importance of personal devotion to our community of faith. Let me just put it to you as simply and plainly as I can. If you aren't devoted to this family that we call church, it's because you aren't fully devoted to Christ.Jesus, Himself said, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35

Life doesn't always feel fair. From injustice in the courts to pain in our personal lives, we often wonder why God allows wrongs to go unpunished. In this message from Ecclesiastes 3–4, Pastor Dave reminds us that while Solomon wrestled with the same questions, ultimate justice belongs to God alone. One day, the Righteous Judge will make every wrong right—and that truth can free us from bitterness, revenge, and despair today.

Let us worship and remember God who took away the curse so that we can live blessed.

Pastor Steve and Pastor Dave discuss how God can work through nature and through our natures.

Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians shows how believers become resilient in faith—not through comfort or ease, but through endurance in suffering, reliance on the Spirit's power, and hope rooted in Christ's coming. The Thessalonian church was born in persecution, yet their faith thrived because it was more than intellectual assent—it was lived conviction. Paul celebrates that their faith “came in power and in the Holy Spirit,” producing visible transformation and courage to turn from idols even when it cost them everything. This opening chapter teaches that true resilience grows when faith holds fast in affliction, when obedience continues despite opposition, and when hope in the returning Son of God eclipses the world's threats and promises.

Pastor Dave's Sermon from 11/2/25:  “Series: Can You Hear Me Now? (Elijah)" Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Pastor Dave begins K-ZMC's new course, Foundations. This is meant for anyone new to the church, new to the faith, or just feeling like they need a refresher on basic Christian beliefs or want to have a firmer foundation. If you'd like a copy of the worksheet for this week, please contact the office!

Pastor Dave continues his "Practicing The Way" Series

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What does it mean to forgive someone before they say sorry or even before they hurt you? In this powerful message, we unpack Jesus' stunning example: how He washed the feet of the one who would betray Him, shared a meal with the one who would deny Him, and loved His disciples to the end, even though they would abandon Him.

In Week 5 of our Timeline message series, Pastor Dave Mudd dives deep into the destructive nature of pride and the vital importance of submission to God's will for every believer. Using the compelling and sobering story of King Hezekiah from 2 Kings 20, Pastor Dave shows us how even a great triumph can become a test that leads to spiritual downfall.Hezekiah received a miracle, yet chose to glorify himself instead of the One who healed him. Discover the hidden ways that pride can creep into your life, jeopardize your future, and impact your legacy long after you're gone. This message is a powerful call to trade the "mirror" of self-focus for the "window" of humility, giving God the credit for every blessing and aligning your plans with His perfect, unwavering will.In this message, you will learn:- The Difference Between Pride and Humility: Understand the biblical definition of pride as the inward belief that your way is better than God's.- The Generational Cost of Self-Glory: See how Hezekiah's pride created a painful generational sin for his descendants and why your choices today echo tomorrow.- How to Give God the Credit (Not Just Lip Service): Learn why success is always a test and how to genuinely point back to God's goodness in your moments of triumph.- The Posture of Surrender: Why surrendering control to God is not about His need to control you, but His desire to love and utilize you.- Four Practical Ways to Guard Your Heart: Actionable steps to resist pride and live in the strength of humility.

Pastor Dave Bondeson unpacks Genesis 3 in this message, "Known and Unashamed," revealing the forces that damage our relationships. He identifies two key enemies: our internal sin nature and the external influence of Satan. Using Genesis 3:1-13, Pastor Dave examines how Satan undermines our trust in God's goodness by twisting God's word and inflaming our desires, causing us to prioritize our wants over our relationships. He cautions against detachment and blame-shifting, urging listeners to draw a circle around themselves and work on what's within their control. Discover how surrendering to Jesus Christ is the only path to true restoration and authentic connection, empowering us to overcome sin and move towards others in love.

Letters From Your Father - Pt. 8The Super Apostles are spreading their lies in Corinth, and people are falling for it. The Apostle Paul hears about it and writes like a fool. Pastor Dave unpacks 2 Corinthians 11 and encourages us to be careful who we listen to.

Becoming LMore ike Jesus

The journey through the Sermon on the Mount brings us to a crucial teaching in Matthew 7:1-11, where Jesus addresses the theme of judgment and discernment. The call is not to abandon all evaluation or to live passively in the world, but to approach others with humility, self-awareness, and a deep sense of our own need for grace. Jesus warns against the hypocrisy of judging others while ignoring our own faults, using the vivid image of a log in our own eye compared to a speck in someone else's. This is a call to honest self-examination and to deal with our own shortcomings before attempting to help others.Yet, Jesus does not command us to be blind or naïve. He instructs us to discern—to recognize what is holy and to be wise about with whom we share the treasures of the faith. This discernment is not about condemnation, but about loving others well, protecting what is sacred, and refusing to participate in what is wrong. The balance is found in holding truth and love together: we are to test the spirits, to renew our minds, and to reject what is evil, but always with a spirit of compassion rather than superiority.Jesus' own example with Pilate and Herod shows us how to respond differently based on the openness of a person's heart. With those who are genuine, even if they do not yet believe, we engage honestly. With those who are hardened and mocking, we do not cast what is holy before them. This is wisdom in action, guided by the Spirit.Finally, Jesus turns our attention to the heart of the Father. We are invited to ask, seek, and knock, trusting that God is a loving Father who delights to give good gifts to His children. The challenge is to see God not only as a distant authority but as our “Daddy”—one who cares deeply, who never makes mistakes, and who desires a close, trusting relationship with us. Even when we do not understand His ways, we are called to trust in His perfect wisdom and love, knowing that He is always working for our good.

God has a beautiful redemption plan for all of us! The question is: do we dare to say Yes to Him! In this message from Pastor Dave, we look at the interaction between Jesus and a man on a tree named Zacchaeus. And learn what to do with the "little Zacchaeus" inside of us all and how to love and reach people who are like Zacchaeus in our lives.

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Nichola Burnett – When the torment and oppression got to completely unbearable levels, and the mental health issues and bizarre health conditions that Nichola was struggling with were at a level that was creating devastation and destruction in her life, she swallowed her pride and reached out to Pastor Dave for help...

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Nichola Burnett – When the torment and oppression got to completely unbearable levels, and the mental health issues and bizarre health conditions that Nichola was struggling with were at a level that was creating devastation and destruction in her life, she swallowed her pride and reached out to Pastor Dave for help...

Pastor Steve and Pastor Dave discuss the importance of gathering together in a space set apart for worship and Christian community.

Pastor Dave Chow spoke about how many say you should just take life as it comes.  But if you do nothing to counter the messages of culture around us, you will adopt those values by default.  A better plan is to transform your life by renewing your mind.  We dove into how using Romans 12:1-2.

What do you do when life falls apart — when you receive that word of distress?In this pivotal message from From Ruin to Redemption: The Gospel According to Isaiah, Pastor Dave Hentschel walks through the dramatic story of King Hezekiah, a man who faced impossible odds and found hope through prayer.From the siege of Jerusalem to a deathbed diagnosis, Isaiah 36–38 reveals a timeless pattern:The Word of Distress. The Word of Prayer. The Final Word from God.Discover how God hears your cries, sees your tears, and still delivers His people — in His way and in His time.October 26, 2025

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Pastor Dave kicks off the "Known and Unashamed" series by examining the core purpose of relationships. Using Genesis 2:18-25 as a foundation, he explains that our need for connection isn't just about avoiding loneliness, but about reflecting God's image to others. The sermon unpacks how God saw that "it was not good that the man should be alone," not because Adam needed to receive love, but because he needed someone to love. Pastor Dave challenges us to view relationships as a "stage" where we live out God's character, showing love, faithfulness, and grace. The message offers practical encouragement to rightly understand and value relationships, and to pray for God to soften walls and cultivate hope for deeper, more meaningful connections.

Letters From Your Father - Pt. 7Paul likens our earthly life to living in tents. Tents are meant to be used for a temporary time. Buildings, however, are meant for a permanent residence. Our eternal home is a building, and the spirit is a down payment. In the meantime, how do we practice in-tents faith? Pastor Dave explains.

Pastor Steve and Pastor Dave discuss David's call, and how we live into his example as "a man after God's own heart."

Pastor Dave's Sermon from 10/19/25:  “Series: Can You Hear Me Now? (David)" Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

What if everything you thought about forgiveness was only half the story? In this powerful message, discover how real forgiveness isn't about minimizing hurt or forcing reconciliation… but about releasing the debt, surrendering your rights, and choosing kindness even when it costs.

In Week 3 of our Timeline series, Pastor Dave Mudd delivers a compelling message on God's presence and our priestly calling. Drawing from the life of Moses (Exodus 33:11-22), Pastor Dave shows why Moses insisted, "If your presence does not go with us, do not bring us up from here.” This message highlights the journey from the Tabernacle in the wilderness to the full restoration of God's nearness through Jesus Christ. Learn how you, as a follower of Jesus, are called to be a priestly people who carry the Holy Spirit into the world.Key Takeaways & Timestamps- Understand Your True Calling: Discover why the Old Testament offices of Prophet (Abraham), Priest (Moses), and King (David) are key to understanding the deep longings in your heart and the full story of the Gospel.- Elevate Your Priority: See why Moses' plea for God's presence above all else is a spiritual standard you must adopt, and how settling for "religion without presence" means missing the entire point.- You Are God's Temple: Grasp how Jesus, the "greater Moses," made a way for the Holy Spirit to dwell within you, making you the current-day "temple" for God's glory.

Letters From Your Father - Pt. 6The foundation of our faith has been tested and proven durable. Nothing has ever cracked it. We can stand firmly with integrity. Pastor Dave unpacks this durable foundation.

John 15:1-11 teaches that real thriving is not measured by external success but by inward delight that comes from abiding in Jesus. The world defines thriving by achievement—status, possessions, productivity—but Jesus defines it by fruitfulness born from intimacy with Him. Like branches connected to the vine, believers bear fruit naturally when they remain in His love. Abiding is not a morning ritual but a continual relationship, a rhythm of dependence and communion that transforms ordinary moments into encounters with divine joy. In contrast to the anxious striving of Martha, Jesus invites His followers to sit, rest, and receive—to find the freedom and delight that achievement can never produce.

Pastor Dave and SAM Michelle discuss how we hear God calling us, and how we discern our response.

In Part 2 of Under the Son, we look deeper into the life of Solomon — a man who had it all but lost what mattered most. From humility and wisdom to pride and emptiness, his story reminds us that life apart from God is hevel — meaningless and fleeting. Pastor Dave unpacks Ecclesiastes 2 and John 15 to show how true purpose is only found when we abide in Christ. If you've ever chased success, pleasure, or possessions hoping to find fulfillment, this message will speak straight to your heart.

Real Spiritual Warfare – Satanic High Priest VS Pastor of Jesus Christ

Join Pastor Dave Mudd for Week 2 of our "Timeline" series as he dives deep into Genesis 12. This message explores humanity's spiral into chaos after the Fall (Genesis 3-11), setting the stage for one of the most significant moments in biblical history: God's covenant with Abram [16:12].Discover how God's original purpose for humanity, interrupted by sin, was relaunched through this divine covenant. Pastor Dave reveals the Genesis 12 promise of a family, a land, and a blessing, proving that the Gospel is the ultimate fulfillment of this ancient agreement [18:26]. If you are a young adult seeking spiritual guidance or a member of our community looking for a deeper understanding of the biblical foundation of your faith, this teaching on Restored Purpose is essential.Key Takeaways & Lessons- See the Big Picture: Understand how the entire Old Testament—from the Fall to the Tower of Babel—sets the groundwork for God's redemptive plan through Abraham's promise [11:34].- Claim Your Inheritance: Learn why, in Christ, you are now considered Abraham's heir, inheriting the blessing and being restored to God's original purpose for your life [20:31].- Rethink Your Trust: Discover the profound lesson from Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac—that true faith is centered on the Promise Keeper (God), not just the promise itself [23:08].- Leave a Legacy of Faith: Challenge yourself to leave an "heirloom" of obedience and trust for your children and grandchildren, rather than the "chains" of generational disobedience [27:33].

Every generation stands on the shoulders of those who came before. In A Generational Faith, we rediscover God's vision for passing on faith that lasts, one rooted in gratitude, obedience, urgency, and opportunity. 

What if the reality you're living isn't reality at all? In this powerful message about spiritual psychosis, Pastor Dave confronts the deceptive belief that hell is either a party or doesn't exist. Drawing from Scripture, he compassionately but firmly warns that eternal separation from God awaits those living in spiritual delusion. Through vivid biblical descriptions and practical examples, Pastor Dave challenges us to evaluate our true relationship with Jesus—beyond church attendance or religious labels. Want clarity about your eternal destiny? This urgent message could be your wake-up call to move from spiritual deception to authentic faith. Listen now to discover how to be certain your name is written in the Lamb's Book of Life.John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.Revelation 20:10 The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone where the beast and the false prophet are. And they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.Matthew 8:12 But the sons of the kingdom will be cast out into outer darkness. There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.”Mark 9:43 If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter into life maimed, rather than having two hands, to go to hell, into the fire that shall never be quenched— 44 where‘Their worm does not dieAnd the fire is not quenched.'45 And if your foot causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter life lame, rather than having two feet, to be cast into hell, into the fire that shall never be quenched— 46 where‘Their worm does not dieAnd the fire is not quenched.'47 And if your eye causes you to sin, pluck it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye, rather than having two eyes, to be cast into hell fire— 48 where‘Their worm does not dieAnd the fire is not quenched.'Matthew 25:46 And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”Matthew 25: 41 “Then He will also say to those on the left hand, ‘Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels:42 for I was hungry and you gave Me no food; I was thirsty and you gave Me no drink; 43 I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, naked and you did not clothe Me, sick and in prison and you did not visit Me.'44 “Then they also will answer Him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?' 45 Then He will answer them, saying, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did not do it to one of the least of these, you did not do it to Me.' 46 And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.” Revelations 21:8 But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.”2 Thessalonians 1:8 8 in flaming fire taking vengeance on those who do not know God, and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 These shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of His power, 10 when He comes, in that Day, to be glorified in His saints and to be admired among all those who believe, because our testimony among you was believed.Revelations 20:15 And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire.1 Corinthians 6:9 Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, 10 nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God.11 And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God.

Across history, humanity has longed for a leader who could bring true and lasting peace — not just between nations, but within the human heart. Isaiah 11–12 reveals that leader: the Spirit-anointed Messiah.In this message from From Ruin to Redemption: The Gospel According to Isaiah, Pastor Dave Hentschel unpacks Isaiah's prophecy of a coming King from the line of David: a ruler marked by wisdom, righteousness, and the Spirit of the Lord. He will reign with perfect justice, regather His people, and fill the earth with peace and praise.Discover how the hope of Israel points to the glory of Christ: the One we've all been waiting for.October 12, 2025

Solomon had everything—wealth, wisdom, success—and still felt empty. In this opening message from Under the Son, we begin our journey through Ecclesiastes and discover that a life “under the sun” will always leave us wanting more. Pastor Dave challenges us to stop chasing satisfaction in what's temporary and start living for what's eternal—life “under the Son.”

True thriving, as revealed in John 12:24-26, is not self-improvement but the paradoxical life that springs from death to self. Jesus likens it to a grain of wheat that must fall into the ground and die in order to bear much fruit. Real thriving holds together an inward delight in God and an outward blessing of others, rejecting both inner turmoil with outward success and inward peace with outward selfishness. In contrast to the world's self-focused “optimized” thriving, Christ calls for a reordering of loves where the love of God becomes the controlling affection and self-love is dethroned. This death to self—embraced in marriage, friendship, and every arena of life—produces the fruit of the Spirit and a life that resembles Jesus rather than the self. And what makes such death possible is the compelling love of Christ, whose own cross demonstrates that loss for His sake leads to true life and lasting fruitfulness.