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Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 24, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Galatians 5. In Galatians 5, Paul emphasizes that believers are freed through Christ not to return to slavery under sin or legalism, but to live by faith and serve others through love. Paul contrasts the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit, teaching that true Christian freedom is found in walking by the Spirit and reflecting Christ's character within a community of believers. The chapter ultimately highlights that spiritual freedom is not for selfish living but for building up and blessing others.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 10, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Galatians 3. In Galatians 3, Paul emphasizes that salvation and inclusion in God's covenant family come through faith in Jesus Christ, not through obeying the Law of Moses or outward signs like circumcision. Paul explains that both Jews and Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit through faith, just as Abraham was counted righteous because he believed God's promise. The chapter ultimately points to unity in Christ, showing that Jesus fulfills the covenants and removes divisions between people, making all believers one family at God's table.

Season 6, Episode 18 | Pastor Chad and Pastor Marshall examine Titus 1:5-9, unpacking Paul's instructions for appointing elders in every town and the essential character qualifications—above reproach, faithful in marriage and family, hospitable, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined—while holding firmly to sound doctrine to instruct and rebuke.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | May 3, 2026 In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Galatians 2. In Galatians 2, Paul uses two contrasting scenes—Paul standing firm in Jerusalem and confronting Peter in Antioch—to show that our actions reveal the true source of our beliefs. When we draw from Christ as our source, we live with courage and consistency, but when we seek approval from others, our behavior becomes compromised and divided. Ultimately, Paul emphasizes that life in Christ means no longer living for ourselves, but allowing His life to be expressed through us.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 26, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Galatians 1. Paul opens the Epistle to the Galatians with urgency, warning that the Galatian believers are turning to a distorted gospel and emphasizing that his message comes directly from Jesus Christ, not human sources. He contrasts false teachings that add to the gospel with the true message of grace, calling believers to carefully examine both the source and supply of what shapes their faith and lives. Ultimately, Paul points to Jesus as the only pure and sustaining source, evidenced by transformed lives.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 19, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 16. In this chapter, Paul concludes the Epistle to the Romans by highlighting ordinary men and women whom God used in meaningful ways, showing that the gospel is lived out through real people and everyday faithfulness. Paul the Apostle both celebrates these faithful servants and warns against those who serve themselves rather than Christ, emphasizing the need for discernment guided by the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the chapter resolves this tension by pointing everyone—strong and weak, faithful and selfish alike—back to worshiping Jesus, trusting Him to build His kingdom in His way and timing.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 12, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 15. In this chapter, Paul calls believers—especially those strong in faith—to sacrificially support and welcome others, following Christ's example, in order to cultivate unity within the church. This unity is not the ultimate goal but a means to a greater end: the worship and exaltation of Jesus among all people, both Jew and Gentile. Paul concludes by reminding the church that this unity must be lived out tangibly through mission, generosity, and prayer.

Season 6, Episode 14 | Pastor Chad and Pastor Marshall discuss 1 Timothy 6:1-10, addressing how bondservants should honor their masters, warnings against false teachers driven by conceit and controversy, and the great gain of godliness paired with contentment versus the dangers of craving riches.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | April 5, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 14. In this chapter, Paul teaches that believers will have differing convictions on non-essential issues, and these differences should not lead to judgment or division, but to mutual respect shaped by faith. Each person must act according to their conscience, as violating it is considered sin, while also seeking not to cause others to stumble. Ultimately, this posture is grounded in the truth of the resurrection—Jesus alone is Lord, and every believer answers to Him, not to one another.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 29, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 13. In this chapter, Paul teaches that a Christian's outward life should be marked by willingly submitting to governing authorities as an act of submission to God, while still prioritizing obedience to Christ above all. It emphasizes that believers carry an ongoing “debt” of love toward others, fulfilling God's law through love rather than obligation. Finally, Paul urges Christians to live with urgency in light of Christ's return—“putting on Christ” and rejecting sinful behavior so that their actions align with their identity in Him.

John 16:25–33,“I have said these things to you in figures of speech. The hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures of speech but will tell you plainly about the Father. 26 In that day you will ask in my name, and I do not say to you that I will ask the Father on your behalf; 27 for the Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God. 28 I came from the Father and have come into the world, and now I am leaving the world and going to the Father.”29 His disciples said, “Ah, now you are speaking plainly and not using figurative speech! 30 Now we know that you know all things and do not need anyone to question you; this is why we believe that you came from God.” 31 Jesus answered them, “Do you now believe? 32 Behold, the hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home, and will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone, for the Father is with me. 33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”Let's start this morning with the last verse — verse 33 — when Jesus says, “I have said these things …” The “these things” is referring to what he has just said (in the most recent verses), but he also has in mind the entire Farewell Discourse going back to Chapter 13. Remember it's still Thursday night, and Jesus has been teaching his disciples this whole time to prepare them for a world where he is physically absent. The next chapter, Chapter 17, is a concluding prayer that Jesus prays, but the teaching part of the Farewell Discourse concludes here with Chapter 16, in verse 33. And so when Jesus says “these things” in verse 33, he's talking about all of that teaching. Which means: what he has just said, and all of what he has said going back to Chapter 13, is for the same purpose. Jesus tells us that purpose in verse 33.He says, “I have said these things to you, [so that] in me you may have peace.”It's very clear: The reason Jesus has been saying what he's been saying from Chapter 13 through Chapter 16 is so that in him you and me may have peace.Now we know! So tomorrow at work or school when someone asks you, “Hey, what's the purpose of the Farewell Discourse?” — you know the answer! You say, “The purpose is my peace.” Jesus wants me to have peace in him. Can you believe that? Can you believe that Jesus really wants you to have peace?That's what our passage today is about. Jesus shows us three ways he gives us this peace, and for the sermon, that's what I want to show you. Looking at verses 25–33, I'm going to tell you three ways that Jesus gives us peace in him.1. Jesus gives us peace by showing us the Father's love (verses 25–28).It's gonna take us a minute to get there, but let's start at verse 25 again. Jesus says, I have said these things to you in figures of speech. The hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures of speech but will tell you plainly about the Father. There are three things to track with here: First is how Jesus has been speaking.Second, is why that is about to change. Third, the effect of the change.Has Been SpeakingAs for how Jesus has been speaking, he says it's been in “figures of speech” — which is a super broad category. The word there can refer to all kinds of speech like proverbs, parables, maxims, similes, allegories, fables, and even riddles. Last week that's what Pastor Marshall called what Jesus says in verse 16. It's like a riddle. It makes you think a little bit. Another example is verse 21 when Jesus talks about childbirth — You know when a mother is preparing to give birth, there's a lot of pain, but then after the delivery she's happy to have the baby — we heard about that last week. That's an image, a picture, for how to think about your sorrow turning to joy. Your sorrow is gonna have a baby!That kind of speaking falls under that category of “figures of speech” and Jesus says that's how he's been doing it. He's that kind of teacher. (And Jesus was a brilliant teacher. He's the best teacher to ever walk this earth.) About to ChangeBut the way he's been speaking is about to change. He's going to start telling us plainly about the Father. And that word for plainly could also be translated boldly or frankly (it is a glorious word in the Book of Acts). And to understand what Jesus means by it, we need to understand the timing of this change. When he says “the hour is coming” in verse 25 and “in that day” in verse 26, he's talking about after his death and resurrection, when the Holy Spirit is sent. The coming plainness of his teaching is owing to the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Jesus has told us this, 16:13When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak… [which means whatever he hears from me he will speak].Jesus is saying that the Holy Spirit's ministry continues his ministry.This is a major theme in this section: Jesus being physically absent does not limit his ministry, but actually, because of the Spirit, his ministry is magnified! His message, his truth, will go broader and deeper than ever before. That's what to expect “in that day” — the new day of the Spirt, after Jesus's death and resurrection.And church, Jesus was right. You know one thing different about the year 2026 from the year 30? In 2026, far more people have understood the truth about Jesus than when he first spoke these words in the year 30. Jesus was right. It's a fact. His message has advanced more. His ministry has been magnified more … after his death and resurrection, because of the Spirit. That's the change. The Effect of the ChangeAnd the effect of the change is the access we now have to the Father. That's the difference all this makes. That's what it's all about — our relationship to the Father.Jesus is of course our way to the Father, but he really does bring us to the Father — he brings us into real relationship with the Father as his children. Romans 8:15 — we have received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry “Abba! Father!” Jesus has made this reality, which means: the Father doesn't need to use Jesus as an administrative assistant.Recently, I needed to contact someone who would be considered a “high-profile person” (they probably get a lot of emails). But I had the person's direct email, so I used that, and I got a reply. But it was from an assistant, speaking on behalf of the person. And I understand. I get it. There needs to be layers of distance and certain restrictions of access. But now for us, with the Father, there is no such distance. There are no such restrictions. Because of Jesus.By his death and resurrection, through the sending of the Sprit, Jesus has truly made us sons and daughters of God, and therefore we get to pray to God as his sons and daughters. And God welcomes us that way. Jesus says, in verse 27, “the Father himself loves you.”And that is so important for us to hear. Sometimes people can make the mistake of thinking that the Father is determined to show us wrath, but it's the Son who is constantly standing in between us and the Father. As if the Father is all frown, and the Son is all mercy.But that's wrong. The Bible is clear. Jesus is clear. The Father himself loves us.Don't forget: the coming of Jesus to this world was from the Father! The death of Jesus for us was the demonstration of the Father's love! Ultimately, Jesus is gonna bring us with him to the Father's house.That's what all this is about. That's what Jesus wants us to know. He is showing us the Father.How deep the Father's love for us!How vast beyond all measure!That he should give his only SonTo make a wretch his treasure!The Father himself loves you, Christian. The Father loves you, Jesus says. And him showing us this gives us peace. 2. Jesus gives us peace by not giving up on us (verses 29-32).Verse 29 is the disciples' reply to Jesus. And I appreciate that John doesn't mention any of them by name, but this is reflective of the whole group. They all said verse 29.And it's not just what they said, but how they said it. I'll do a paraphrase, but track with the tone. Basically, they reply: Oh! Finally, Jesus! We get it now! We know what you mean! Now that you're talking so plainly, we understand exactly who you are and what you're saying — Except they didn't. There's an irony here. The disciples are still confused, but now they think they get it (which is almost a worse place to be). Don Carson comments,“No misunderstanding is more pathetic than that which thinks it no longer exists.”These guys, all of them, are still missing it, and Jesus calls them out. He says in verse 31, “Do you now believe?” We translate it in English as a question, but literally it's the statement: “Now you believe.” The idea is that Jesus is saying it with exasperation, like: Now you believe! It has an unconvinced ring to it. Jesus sees right through their self-declared understanding, and he really bursts their bubble in verse 32: “Behold, the hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home, and will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone, for the Father is with me.”He says: Now you believe! Is that right? In a matter of moments, you're all going to run. You're all gonna leave me. And if we were in Jesus's shoes, we could imagine how easy it would be to resent these guys. It's one thing to know they're going to leave you, but then to hear them flex like this … that they would posture themselves as if they're so devout, but you know it's all a bag of wind — that is the world's most favorite take-down. The world dreams of embarrassing people like this, and Jesus could do that here. But you know what he does?The very next thing he says is that he wants them to have peace. These guys! People like them, … like us. …You may remember, some weeks ago in John 14, we noted that in this section of the Farewell Discourse, John seems to feature the weaknesses of the disciples. He highlights several of them by name, and they're all at least a little bit off (we see that here). And we saw that one thing John is making clear is that the only kind of disciple there can be is an imperfect disciple. And I hope we can see now that such a statement says more about Jesus than it does us — it says more about his patience than it does our weakness. Oh the patience of Jesus!They will scatter, he stands fast,They will falter, he will last;He bears with them, weak and slow,Refusing still to let them go.Jesus is not done with these guys, and he's not done with us. I mean that for us — each of us. Even those of us who are hyper-aware of our failures. Some of us just live there all the time. We always feel like we never measure up. We constantly miss the mark. And then we feel badly for feeling badly. We just cannot imagine ourselves being anything more than a miserable sinner.But do you realize that these same men in Chapter 16 who are still scratching their heads about Jesus are gonna end up changing the world? Like within a year of this moment! Look, we have to stop underestimating what it means that Jesus will never give up on us. If you're still here, he's not done with you. Psalm 138:8,“The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.”He would never. And isn't there peace in that? Jesus gives us peace by showing us the Father's love, and by not giving up on us, and then third …3. Jesus gives us peace by overcoming the world (verse 33).This is verse 33, the final verse in Jesus's teaching here, and it's a verse to memorize. I at least want everybody to see it, so help me out and find verse 33. John 16, verse 33. Verse 33: “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace.”Again, that's the purpose. We've seen that, but now listen … Jesus says:“In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”This statement from Jesus is so amazing that I hardly know what to do with it. It is so precious and powerful and clear that I just don't want to be in the way. The statement has three parts: Fact, Exhortation, Bigger Fact. Part 1, the fact is: in this world you will have tribulation. Some translations say trouble. It means affliction or distress. And it's important to note that it's tribulations in this world and of this world. There's no such thing in heaven. This is only the case here, in this world. I appreciate what John Calvin says. He writes:Under the term “world,” Christ here includes all that is opposed to the salvation of believers, and especially all the corruptions which Satan abuses for the purpose of laying snares for us.That stuff happens here. It will happen in this world, Jesus tells us. But then he exhorts us. Part 2, the exhortation is: “But take heart.” And that's a perfect translation. The word means to be courageous, but it lands more like an encouragement than an order. It means: Steady yourself! Be of good cheer! Take heart! — that's the idea, and it's what we're supposed to do in the face of tribulation, which, if we stopped here, would make no sense. Because everything in us wants to flee tribulation. We want to protect ourselves! We don't want trouble! So how can Jesus say “take heart”? …egō nenikēka ton kosmonI have overcome the world. Fact: in this world you will have tribulation. Exhortation: take heart because there's a bigger fact to the fact of this world — Jesus has conquered the world.That's what the word means. To overcome means to conquer. And it's not a hypothetical conquering, or a merely psychological conquering. This is an objective conquering. Jesus Christ has won the decisive victory over this world and everything it could ever bring against us — and that makes a difference for how we live in this world.It's like ESPN Classic.If you don't know about ESPN Classic, it's basically an entire channel of old sports games. And I actually know the guy who came up with the idea. True story. It was 2003, he was a big Ohio State football fan, and Ohio State beat Miami in a epic Fiesta Bowl game. It was one of those nail-biters, a close game, a tough game, but Ohio State won in double overtime. Well, after the game, my friend had the idea: I wanna watch this game again now that I know the outcome. I should get the license to this game and burn it on a DVD.He got the license. He made some DVDs and he sold them like that! Then he said, Hmm, let me try that again. So he got more old games, from more teams, from more sports, and in no time that became his job, and then later he sold the idea to ESPN Classic.Come to find out: sports fans really like to watch their team in games they already know they're gonna win! In fact, it's a much more encouraging experience, because during the game they get to take heart. The setbacks still happen — the mistakes are still there, the bad calls are still there — but they get to watch the game knowing the end of the story. That's what Jesus is saying here: Look, you're gonna have tribulation in this world. Setbacks are gonna still happen in this world. But I've conquered the world. The world does not have the final say. I do. I have won the victory. So take heart.Take heart when you get a megaphone of hatred in your face.Take heart when you are slandered and threatened and opposed. Take heart because no matter how bad it gets in this world, the only kind of world Christians can live in is a conquered world. And that gives us peace. That is peace in Jesus. Not peace in this world. We don't have peace in the weather — it's a raging storm out there — but we have peace in our Shelter. There are going to be battles, but we have peace in the bigger fact that every battle we will ever face is a battle Jesus Christ has already won.Father, thank you that Jesus has won every battle for us, and that includes, first, the battle for our souls against the enemies of sin and death. Thank you that Jesus died on the cross for us, in our place, to set us free from our sin and the wrath we deserve. Thank you that through faith in Jesus, the freedom he has won for us becomes ours. Thank you that we can truly share in his victory even in this world. And that, Father, is cause to rejoice and be glad, no matter our circumstances, no matter the setbacks. Jesus is our Rock. By your grace, we trust him — by your Spirit, help us to trust him more, in his name, amen.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 22, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 12. In this chapter, Paul transitions from deep theology to practical application, urging believers to live as “living sacrifices” by allowing God to transform them from the inside out rather than conforming to the world. This transformation is expressed through using spiritual gifts to serve others and through a life marked by genuine love, humility, perseverance, and even kindness toward enemies. Ultimately, Paul emphasizes that true worship is a Spirit-led life that reflects God's love in everyday actions.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 15, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 11. In this chapter, Paul explains that God has not rejected Israel. A faithful remnant of believing Jews still exists, just as it has throughout history. Paul teaches that Israel's unbelief opened the door for Gentiles to receive the Gospel, and God will ultimately use Gentile faith to stir many Jews to believe in Christ as part of His larger redemptive plan. The chapter concludes by emphasizing God's sovereign control over history and calling believers to respond to His wisdom and mercy with humble worship.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 8, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 10. In this chapter, Paul explains that God's promises to Israel have not failed; rather, salvation has always been based on faith, not ethnic identity or good works. Paul grieves that many Jews have rejected the Gospel even though God made His word clear and near to them, while Gentiles are coming to faith because the message is being preached and believed. The chapter emphasizes that salvation comes through hearing and believing the gospel and calls believers to pray for the lost and participate in sharing the message of Christ.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 1, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 9. In this chapter, Paul starts by expressing deep sorrow over Israel's unbelief and clarifies that God's promises have not failed, because “true Israel” has always been defined by faith rather than ethnicity. Paul explains that God chooses nations, individuals, and roles for His purposes in history, but people are responsible for how they respond in faith. Ultimately, salvation is not about heritage but belief—anyone, Jew or Gentile, who trusts in Jesus is part of God's true people and will not be put to shame.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 22, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 8. In this chapter, Paul contrasts the frustration of life under the law in Romans 7 with the freedom and new life found in Christ through the Holy Spirit, who dwells in believers and enables them to walk in obedience. Paul explains that believers are no longer slaves to sin but adopted children of God, called to live by the Spirit, persevere through suffering, and trust that present pain cannot compare to future glory. The chapter culminates in the assurance that God is working all things for His purposes and that nothing can separate believers from the love of Christ.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | FEBRUARY 15, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 7. In this chapter, Paul teaches that believers are no longer bound to the law but are made alive in Christ, moving from slavery to sin and death into freedom through the Spirit. Paul explains that the law itself is good but exposes and even provokes sin, revealing humanity's need for Jesus to bring true freedom and power to obey. The chapter concludes by emphasizing that Christians now live under the “law of Christ”—loving God and others—and are empowered by the Spirit rather than trapped in the cycle of sin.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 8, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 6. In this chapter, Paul teaches that God's grace is not permission to continue sinning but the power to live a new life, because believers are united with Christ in His death and resurrection and are therefore “dead to sin” and alive to God. Paul explains that Christians are no longer slaves to sin but are now called to live in obedience and righteousness, using the truth of their identity in Christ—especially verses like Romans 6:11—as a practical weapon against temptation.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 1, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 5. In this chapter, Paul explains the results of being justified by faith: believers now have peace with God, access to sustaining grace, hope, and a new purpose even in suffering, all made possible through Christ's saving work while we were still sinners. Paul highlights reconciliation as the greatest outcome—full restoration to God—and contrasts Adam's disobedience, which brought death, with Christ's obedience, which brings life and righteousness. Christ's work calls all believers to live a new life that reflects this gift.

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Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 25, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 4. In this chapter, Paul teaches that no one—Jew or Gentile—is made right with God by works or obedience to the Law, but by faith alone. Using Abraham as an example of righteousness credited through belief rather than actions, Paul explains that Abraham was declared righteous before circumcision, making him the father of faith for all who believe. This same faith now applies to believers who trust in Christ for forgiveness and resurrection life. The chapter concludes by emphasizing that the Christian life begins and continues in faith, expressed through dependence on God and persistent prayer.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 18, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 3. In this chapter, Paul explains that both Jews and Gentiles are equally guilty before God: the law reveals sin but cannot save, leaving everyone in need of God's intervention. God resolves this dilemma by sending Jesus to perfectly meet the righteous standard and credit His righteousness to those who believe, making Him both just and the justifier. The passage calls believers to humility and continual dependence on Christ, recognizing our ongoing need for Him not only for salvation but for daily life.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 11, 2026In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 2. In this chapter, Paul uses a toll called a diatribe to confront religious self-righteousness, showing that moral superiority, possession of the law, or outward signs like circumcision do not exempt anyone from God's judgment. He argues that God shows no partiality. Our relationship with God is not based on ceremonies, activities, or lineage. It is rooted in faith and proved with Spirit-led obedience. Ultimately, Romans 2 levels everyone, revealing equal need for God and emphasizing that faith is proven by a transformed heart and life.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | January 4, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Romans 1. This chapter covers Paul's mission to proclaim the gospel and unite Jewish Christians and Gentiles Christians in the church. He shares his regular prayer for the Roman church, encouraging spiritual growth and the importance of obedience in prayer. The passage also covers the wrath of God against unrighteousness, showing how sin suppress the truth by worshipping creation instead of the Creator.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 21, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Malachi 3-4. These chapters address Israel's questions about the prosperity of the wicked, promising that He will bring justice through His coming, which will purify and refine people. He warns Israel about their disobedience in tithing, showing that generosity reflects whether God is truly supreme in their lives, and calls them to return to Him with hearts of repentance. Ultimately, God promises that a day will come when He will distinguish the righteous from the wicked, and He encourages believers to prepare the way through repentance and restoration, starting in their own hearts and homes.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 14, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Malachi 1-2. These chapters focus on covenant unfaithfulness, highlighting how Israel, despite being returned from slavery and witnessing a second Exodus, remains spiritually shallow and disobedient. He emphasizes the importance of loving God above all else, as disordered love leads to unfaithfulness. Malachi calls for a return to faithful covenant living, urging individuals and leaders alike to reorder their loves, prioritize God, and spread His faithfulness throughout the community.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 7, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Joel 3. This chapter shifts focus to the final days, where God will gather the nations for judgment. Despite the nations' preparations for war, they will be defeated by God. The passage highlights that the purpose of the Day of the Lord is for all to "know the Lord" and for the earth and His people to be holy, emphasizing that this call to know God and live holy lives is not just for the end times but for now.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 23, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Joel 1-2. These chapters revisit the cycle of destruction in Israel's history and calls the people to turn back to God in repentance, warning that even greater devastation, the "Day of the Lord," is coming. He emphasizes the need for prayer, fasting, and humility, promising that God will pour out His Spirit on all people. The book reminds us that from Pentecost to the Day of the Lord, God's Spirit is actively working in the lives of His people, and the key issue today is whether we are attentive to His presence and guidance.

In this Christ the King Sunday message from Luke 23:33-43, Pastor Marshall explores how Jesus' throne is a cross and His power is self-giving love. Listen in and consider what it means to let the Crucified King reign over your own heart.Send us a text

Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 16, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 13-14. These chapters point to the cleansing of Jerusalem and God's people from sin, the removal of idols, false prophets, and unclean spirits, and the coming of the Day of the Lord with Christ's second advent. The destruction of these corrupt influences is linked to the death of the shepherd (Jesus) and culminates in Christ's victorious return, where He defeats the Antichrist and establishes His reign. This vision is meant to offer both comfort and conviction, encouraging believers to find hope in God's ultimate justice and salvation while challenging them to grow.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 9, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 11-12. These chapters continue the themes of advent, with chapter 11 focusing on the first advent, portraying Israel's rejection of the good shepherd (Jesus), and chapter 12 depicting the second advent, where Jesus returns in glory and Israel repents. Zechariah uses vivid imagery of cleansing fire and the consequences of rejecting God's leadership. Ultimately, the return of Christ will bring judgment on wickedness, restore His people, and reveal the truth of God's salvation, prompting believers to live lives of holiness in anticipation of His coming.

Season 5, Episode 10 | Pastor Marshall joins Pastor Chad, in person this time, to delve into 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. Together they cover the sudden arrival of the Lord's day, staying alert as people of the light, and mutual encouragement through Christ's salvation.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | November 2, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 9-10. These chapters reveal the coming of a humble yet victorious Messiah who will rule as both priest and king. God promises to conquer His enemies and redeem the nations, transforming former foes into His people. Through Jesus' first coming, He establishes peace and freedom, inviting all to join His kingdom, while His second coming will bring judgment and final salvation. Believers are called to pray, serve, and live with urgency, trusting that the King is moving and His return is near.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 26, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 7-8. These chapters begin with a question about whether to continue fasting for the fallen temple. God's response exposes a deeper issue — the people's motives were ritualistic rather than devoted, showing that true restoration requires transformed hearts, not just rebuilt walls. God promises that His return to Zion and the rebuilding of the temple are only shadows of a greater gathering fulfilled in Christ, when His Spirit fills believers and spreads His presence to the nations. Fasting, therefore, remains valuable today. It is not an obligation, but a spiritual discipline to deny the flesh, deepen devotion, and realign one's heart with Jesus, the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 19, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 5-6. In these visions, God reveals His serious stance against sin, showing wickedness will be confronted and removed. The visions also point to a cosmic struggle between rival temples and the ultimate message of Jesus — a priest and king who will build a new temple and unite all people. The key takeaway from Zechariah's experiences is the call to "lift your eyes" and recognize God's active work in the world, encouraging believers to shift their focus from earthly distractions to God's divine plan.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 12, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 3-4. In 519 BC, as Judah faced opposition while rebuilding the temple, God gave Zechariah visions to encourage them, beginning with the cleansing of Joshua the high priest. This showed God's forgiveness and restoration of His people despite their sin. These visions pointed to a greater future hope: the coming of God's servant, the Branch. This King/Priest would remove the sin of the land in a single day and become the cornerstone of a new, Spirit-filled temple. Ultimately, Zechariah's visions reveal that God's presence and power will fuel His people to shine His light to the nations, a mission now continued by the church.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 5, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 1-2. These chapters call God's people to move beyond merely rebuilding the temple and instead reorient their hearts and lives fully around the Lord, warning against the temptation to return to comfortable, worldly ways. Through visions, Zechariah reveals God's plan to judge oppressive nations and expand Jerusalem as a city for all who will leave behind their old allegiances and follow Him. This forward-looking plan centers on Jesus, inviting everyone to forsake “Babylon,” the corrupt city of this world, and become citizens of God's city, Jerusalem — a place of peace, freedom, and divine rule.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 28, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Haggai. The book addresses the Israelites' failure to rebuild God's temple after returning from exile, confronting their misplaced priorities and calling them to “consider their ways.” God challenges the people to stop focusing on their own homes and instead get to work on the temple — a call that now applies to us as we build up God's kingdom within ourselves and our communities. When the people responded with obedience and reverence, God promised renewed blessing, showing that faithful “temple work” leads to fruitfulness and ultimately points us to Jesus Christ.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 21, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Obadiah. God condemns Edom for exploiting Judah's suffering during the fall of Jerusalem. Through vivid prophetic imagery and the theme of "brother against brother," Obadiah's message expands beyond ancient history, calling out all forms of betrayal, pride, and injustice between people. This ancient prophecy still speaks today, urging us to reject the way of Edom and embrace the way of Christ—where brothers restore, carry burdens, and sow to the Spirit.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 14, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Habakkuk 1-3. The prophet begins his book asking God the same questions we wrestle with today: How long, O Lord? Why does evil thrive while the righteous suffer? Through Habakkuk's dialogue with God, we uncover a timeless message: God sees, God hears, and His answer is not a timeline but a promise—“The just shall live by faith.” No matter how dark the world seems, our response is trust, worship, and unshakable hope.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | September 7, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zephaniah 1-3. Zephaniah prophesied during King Josiah's reign, calling out the evil rooted in Judah's past and warning of a coming global judgment — the “Day of the Lord” — which is a future event pointing to the return of Jesus. His message moves from universal destruction to personal repentance, urging humility and faith in God as the only proper response to the coming judgment. Zephaniah ends with a powerful hope: though judgment is real, so is restoration — the same God who punishes evil will gather His people, reward their faithfulness, and reign as both conquering King and loving Shepherd.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 31, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Nahum 1-3. This book announces God's coming judgment on Assyria, the brutal superpower that once repented under Jonah but returned to violence, with Nahum proclaiming Nineveh's total destruction as both a warning and a comfort. Theologically, the text reveals God's dual nature — slow to anger and a refuge for His friends, yet wrathful toward His enemies. Ultimately, Nahum stirs believers to reflect on global justice, personal witness, and the urgency of sharing the good news that anyone can move from being an enemy of God to His friend through Christ.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 24, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Micah 7. This chapter explores the role of the prophet as both God's representative to the people and the people's voice before God. Micah gives voice to Judah's spiritual collapse, likening it to a barren field, but also lifts a personal prayer of hope and trust in God amid national rebellion and moral decay. The message ends with a call to follow God's steadfast love and forgiveness, reminding the church—despite failure and pain—that God remains faithful and His redemptive plan continues.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 17, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Micah 5-6. These chapters cover a layered prophecy blending immediate historical context with future hope: while Assyria besieges Jerusalem, Micah foretells a coming ruler from Bethlehem—a shepherd-king who will bring peace and reign globally, which the New Testament identifies as Jesus. God promises to cut off worldly dependencies—military power, idolatry, and injustice—and calls His people to live with justice, kindness, and humility instead.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 10, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Micah 3-4. These chapters cover a contrast between the corruption of Judah's leaders—driven by greed, injustice, and a loss of true worship—and God's future promise of restoration, justice, and peace through His exalted kingdom. While Judah's sins may seem distant from ours, the call to confession remains deeply relevant—not just confessing outward behaviors, but inner motivations. In light of Jesus' resurrection and promised return, this prophecy invites us to live with hope, pursue repentance, and fix our eyes on the coming kingdom, exalting Christ above all else.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | August 3, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Micah 1-2. These chapters cover the opening of Micah, where the prophet delivers a fiery message of judgment to both Israel and Judah for their deep-rooted corruption and hidden sins. Micah warns of coming exile — yet also offers a glimpse of hope in a future Shepherd-King who will restore His people. It's a call to not just hear God's Word, but to be moved to repentance and trust in His coming restoration.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 27, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hosea 13-14. These chapters explore Israel's last prophetic warning before judgment, focusing on their tragic descent into spiritual emptiness through compromise and idolatry. Hosea 13 paints a vivid picture of a nation that forgot God and chose Baal, leading to death and destruction, while Hosea 14 offers a contrasting image of repentance and restoration. The message is timeless: God's ways are right—walk in them, and let His call to repentance stir both conviction and hope in your heart.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | July 20, 2025In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hosea 11-12. These chapters show God reflecting on His relationship with Israel: as a loving Father who raised His son, Israel, only to be met with rebellion and rejection, which led to just punishment but also held a promise of compassionate redemption. Hosea urges readers to seek the Lord, trust His plans even amidst personal stubbornness, and understand God's actions by remembering His past faithfulness as revealed in His Word.