Meeting with God Radio

Filled with New Power! Part B

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:40:00 -0400

God’s power is given for a purpose far greater than personal strength. In Luke 24:49, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the invitation to participate in God’s mission through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. The same God who makes promises also equips His people to walk faithfully in them. As believers depend on His power, they are strengthened to live boldly and serve fruitfully.

Filled with New Power! Part A

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus prepares His followers for a life empowered by the promise of the Father. In Luke 24:49, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights God’s faithfulness in fulfilling His promises and inviting His people into partnership in the gospel mission. The disciples are called to wait with expectation for the power that comes from on high. God desires to strengthen His people with His presence so they can live and serve with boldness.

Our Commission to Bring Light into Darkness, Part B

Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The gospel advances through ordinary people carrying an extraordinary message. In Luke 24:47, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the authority Christ gives His people as they proclaim repentance and forgiveness in His name. This mission reaches across boundaries, cultures, and places that many would never expect. God delights in bringing His light into dark places through faithful witnesses who are willing to go.

Our Commission to Bring Light into Darkness, Part A

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus has entrusted His followers with the mission of carrying the gospel into a world marked by spiritual darkness. In Luke 24:47, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the surprising nature of this commission: a message of repentance and forgiveness proclaimed with Christ’s authority to people across every nation. God often works through unexpected people and unexpected places as His light spreads outward. The gospel continues to move wherever faithful witnesses are willing to go.

What does it mean to be a Witness for Christ? Part B

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A witness for Christ carries both a message and a story. In Luke 24:48, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the reality of sharing how Jesus has personally changed our lives and welcoming others toward faith in Him. Some stories unfold in dramatic moments, while others take shape through years of God’s steady work and grace. Each testimony becomes part of the larger story of redemption that Christ is writing across generations.

What does it mean to be a Witness for Christ? Part A

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus calls His followers to become witnesses of His death, resurrection, and saving work. In Luke 24:48, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the foundation of our witness in the apostles’ testimony and the enduring evidence of transformed lives across generations. The gospel becomes personal as Christ changes our own story and invites us to share that story with others. Witnessing grows out of joy, gratitude, and a growing desire to see others come to faith in Jesus.

Three Steps to Resurrection Joy, Part B

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:55:00 -0400

Resurrection joy takes hold as the heart responds rightly to Jesus Christ. In Luke 24:44–47, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the call to turn from sin and walk toward Christ with sincerity and faith. Forgiveness through the risen Savior brings freedom, peace, and a renewed relationship with God. As the reality of the resurrection settles into the heart, joy begins to deepen and endure.

Three Steps to Resurrection Joy, Part A

Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Resurrection joy begins when the heart is awakened to the reality of sin and the mercy of Christ. In Luke 24:44–47, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights Jesus opening the Scriptures and revealing the path from repentance to forgiveness through His death and resurrection. True joy grows as we grieve our sin honestly, turn toward Christ fully, and embrace the freedom of being forgiven in His name. The risen Savior offers new life and lasting joy.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 2C

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A Christ-exalting marriage is sustained through honor and spiritual attentiveness. In 1 Peter 3:7, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights a husband’s responsibility to treat his wife with understanding and to recognize the shared grace they both receive in Christ. This includes cultivating a life of prayer that remains open and unhindered before God. As these rhythms take hold, the relationship deepens with humility, respect, and spiritual strength.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 2B

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A Christ-exalting marriage is built through intentional, sacrificial love. In Ephesians 5:25–33, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights a husband’s calling to love his wife with the same kind of care Christ shows His church. This love takes shape through daily investment, strengthening, and valuing his wife in ways that reflect God’s heart. As that pattern develops, the marriage grows in strength, stability, and depth.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 2A

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage calls a husband into a faith-driven pursuit shaped by the heart of Christ. In 1 Peter 3:7 and Ephesians 5:25–33, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights God’s design for oneness, where a husband leads with a growing awareness of grace and a steady commitment to love and respect. This vision is anchored in the gospel and expressed through a relationship marked by unity and care. As that foundation takes hold, a Christ-exalting marriage begins to take shape.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 1C

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A Christ-exalting marriage grows as faith is lived out with consistency and courage. In Ephesians 5 and 1 Peter 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a life anchored in trust in God, where steady devotion shapes both character and influence in a husband and wife relationship. This kind of faith brings a calm strength that does not give way to fear. Over time, it builds a legacy marked by confidence in God and a deepening reflection of Christ.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 1B

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0400

A Christ-exalting marriage is strengthened through the quiet power of a transformed heart. In Ephesians 5 and 1 Peter 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how a wife’s faith is expressed through steady influence and a life shaped from the inside out. God’s design lifts up a beauty that is not external but rooted in trust, courage, and devotion to Him. Over time, that kind of life carries a deep and lasting impact within the home.

Developing a Christ-exalting Marriage, Part 1A

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A Christ-exalting marriage begins with a heart shaped by faith and reverence for the Lord. In Ephesians 5:21–24 and 1 Peter 3:1–6, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights God’s calling for wives to walk in Spirit-filled submission, trusting His design for marriage. This posture creates space for gospel-centered influence through conduct that reflects Christ. As the inner life is formed, a quiet strength and lasting beauty begin to shape the home.

Building a Strong Foundation in Marriage, Part B

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage is sustained by the condition of the heart. In Matthew 19:3–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings into view the call to pursue a unified identity, guard the covenant, and remove influences that weaken what God has joined together. Jesus exposes how hardness of heart disrupts what was meant to flourish. A healthy marriage grows as hearts are shaped by holiness and aligned with God’s work.

Building a Strong Foundation in Marriage, Part A

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage begins with God’s design, not human preference. In Matthew 19:3–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws attention to God as the architect and defender of marriage, establishing it with purpose and clarity from the beginning. Jesus points back to a foundation built on leaving old allegiances and holding fast in covenant commitment. A strong marriage starts when God’s design is taken seriously and embraced wholeheartedly.

Christ-exalting Singleness, Part B

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Singleness invites a focused and undivided devotion to Christ. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights a life shaped by contentment that is chosen and strengthened through trust in God’s design. Each season becomes an opportunity to serve with clarity, purpose, and wholehearted investment in what matters most. As that investment deepens, joy grows in a life centered on Christ.

Christ-exalting Singleness, Part A

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:35:00 -0400

Singleness carries a clear and purposeful calling in Christ. Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a life grounded in completeness through Jesus, where contentment is cultivated with intention and trust in God’s design. Each season becomes an opportunity to invest deeply in serving Christ with focus and freedom. As that investment grows, joy begins to take root in a life fully given to Him.

Biblical Parenting, Part B

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Raising children in the Lord calls for intentional, grace-filled direction. In Ephesians 6:1–4, Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes the importance of shaping the home through loving discipline and steady instruction rooted in God’s character. This work requires patience, humility, and a focus on forming hearts, not just correcting behavior. Over time, these rhythms help children understand and respond to their Heavenly Father.

Biblical Parenting, Part A

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Parenting carries a purpose far greater than behavior management. In Ephesians 6:1–4, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the goal of guiding hearts toward reconciliation with a loving Heavenly Father. Biblical parenting requires turning away from self-centered patterns, while embracing loving discipline and intentional instruction in God’s ways. As parents lean into this calling, they help shape hearts that know and respond to God.

Being a Household of True Worship, Part B

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:45:00 -0400

In Joshua 24:14–15, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to take responsibility for the spiritual direction of our homes and to choose the Lord with clarity and conviction. This is a defining moment that shapes both present priorities and the legacy being formed over time. The daily decision to fear the Lord, serve Him, and put away competing idols sets the course for a household’s future. A home centered on God becomes a place where His redeeming work is experienced and carried forward.

Being a Household of True Worship, Part A

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:30:00 -0400

What happens in your home shapes what happens in your heart. In Joshua 24:14–15, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings the focus to the household as the primary place where worship is lived out daily. The decisions to fear the Lord, serve Him, and remove competing idols are formed in the rhythms of home life. A household aligned with God becomes a place where true worship takes root and grows.

God's Design for Women, Part B

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The influence of a woman shaped by Christ reaches further than she often sees. Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a life marked by redemptive faith, where trust in God becomes a source of strength and life for others. As that faith grows, it expresses itself through thoughtful, grace-filled communication that builds and guides. Over time, this kind of life brings wholeness and reflects God’s design in everyday relationships.

God's Design for Women, Part A

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

God’s design for women carries beauty, strength, and intentional purpose. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how women are called to bring wholeness through Christ-centered community and to give life through a faith that nurtures and restores. This calling also includes pursuing influence with wisdom and grace, using words that build, guide, and strengthen others. When lived out, this design reflects the heart of God in powerful and life-giving ways.

God's Design for Men, Part B

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The calling on a man’s life stretches beyond what he can accomplish on his own. Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a design that includes stepping into challenges that require deep dependence on God through prayer and a long view that builds a redemptive legacy. Strength is sustained as men learn to seek the Lord with urgency and faith. Over time, a Christ-centered life leaves a lasting impact that reaches far beyond the present moment.

God's Design for Men, Part A

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Strength, responsibility, and purpose are woven into God’s design for men. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how men are called to bring protection and step forward in moments of uncertainty, using their strength and leadership to extend grace to others. This calling is not about dominance but about faithful presence shaped by God’s heart. When lived rightly, it reflects both courage and compassion.

It's All About Worship, Part B

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Worship is not just something we do; it defines who we are becoming. Pastor Luke Ahrens brings into view how every heart moves toward either honoring God or settling for lesser glories. Through Christ, what was distorted is restored, and our lives are redirected toward true worship. As that restoration takes hold, God’s glory begins to be seen in the way we live.

It's All About Worship, Part A

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

You were made for worship, and your life is shaped by what you give your heart to. Pastor Luke Ahrens traces the story of worship through the Scriptures, showing how humanity was created to glorify God, wandered into distorted worship, and was redeemed through Christ. Revelation 4 and 5 reveal the beauty of true worship restored by grace, while Romans 1 exposes how easily our hearts drift. The gospel brings us back to what we were made for: lives centered on the glory of God.

Total Victory, Part B

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Victory in Christ reaches further than we often realize. In 1 Corinthians 15:50–58, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights a future where death loses its sting and God’s people are fully transformed. That promise strengthens resolve and gives purpose to everyday faithfulness. What is done for the Lord now carries weight because His victory is sure.

Total Victory, Part A

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Death does not get the final word. In 1 Corinthians 15:50–58, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings into focus the promised moment when mortality gives way to immortality and Christ’s victory is fully realized. The resurrection secures a future where sin is defeated and death is swallowed up for good. That certainty calls us to live with steady faith, knowing our labor in the Lord carries lasting significance.

Awaiting My Redesigned Body, Part B

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The resurrection reshapes how we think about both life and death. In 1 Corinthians 15:35–49, Pastor Luke Ahrens helps us see that our current bodies carry limits that will one day give way to something far more complete. What feels fragile now will be raised with strength, clarity, and purpose in Christ. That future reality invites us to live with steady hope and a longer view.

Awaiting My Redesigned Body, Part A

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

What you see now is not the final version of you. In 1 Corinthians 15:35–49, Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through the promise that our present weakness, decay, and limitations are not the end of the story. God is preparing something far greater, a transformed, imperishable body shaped by the risen Christ. The hope of resurrection gives real weight to the future and real comfort in the present.

The Power of Perspective, Part B

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

What you believe about the future quietly shapes the way you live today. In 1 Corinthians 15:20–34, Pastor Luke draws attention to a resurrection-centered perspective that gives meaning to sacrifice, steadies us in danger, and calls us to wake up from careless living. The certainty of Christ’s victory reframes both suffering and obedience. A clear view of eternity brings clarity to everyday choices.

The Power of Perspective, Part A

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Perspective shapes how we live, suffer, and endure. In 1 Corinthians 15:20–34, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the risen Christ as the firstfruits, anchoring our future hope and redefining how we see death, sacrifice, and daily obedience. What we believe about the resurrection directly influences how seriously we take sin and how boldly we live for Christ. When eternity comes into view, life takes on greater urgency and purpose.

Christ is Risen! Part B

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The resurrection of Jesus anchors every promise God has made. In 1 Corinthians 15:1–21, Pastor Luke calls us to hold fast to the gospel that saves and sustains us. The risen Christ assures us that sin has been dealt with and death will not have the final word. A living Savior gives a living hope that shapes how we stand, endure, and look ahead.

Christ is Risen! Part A

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Everything rises or falls on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians 15:1–21, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings into focus the gospel as of first importance—Christ’s death for our sins and His victorious resurrection that secures our salvation. The empty tomb is not a side truth but the foundation of our faith, our hope, and our future. Because Christ is risen, grace is real, sin is defeated, and new life is available to all who believe.

Growing Together as a Grace Community, Part B

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Spiritual drift is often subtle, which makes intentional growth all the more important. In 2 Peter 3:17–18, Pastor Luke draws us into a shared pursuit of grace, where daily reminders of God’s favor begin to steady and shape us. As we grow in our knowledge of Christ together, our lives become increasingly anchored and aligned with Him. Over time, that kind of formation produces a community marked by stability, depth, and a growing likeness to Jesus.

Growing Together as a Grace Community, Part A

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Spiritual growth is never static. We are either moving toward Christ or slowly drifting away. In 2 Peter 3:17–18, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to pursue grace together, embracing the daily expressions of God’s favor that shape and sustain us. As our relational knowledge of Jesus deepens, every part of our lives begins to be formed by Him. In this shared journey, grace becomes both the foundation and the fuel for growing together.

The Gospel, Implications, and Necessary Overflow into Compelling Witness

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:15:00 -0400

The gospel stands at the center of the Christian life and shapes everything that flows from it. Pastor Luke Ahrens explores how the Holy Spirit works within us to bring real transformation, forming a life that increasingly reflects Christ. As that transformation takes shape, our witness gains clarity and credibility in the eyes of others. A life marked by love toward fellow believers, enemies, and the vulnerable becomes a powerful expression of the gospel at work.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community, Part B

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Life together in Christ is both a calling and a formation process. Pastor Luke invites us to consider how intentional, Spirit-shaped relationships deepen our faith and align us with God’s purposes. As we pursue unity, humility, and mutual care, our community becomes more than connection—it becomes witness. In this, the Father is honored as His people reflect His heart to one another and to the world.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community, Part A

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. Pastor Luke Ahrens explores how the mission of Christ draws us into deep, committed community, where lives are shared and shaped together. Through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, believers experience a richness of relationship that reflects God’s own nature. As this kind of community grows, it becomes a powerful testimony that brings glory to our Father.

Choosing the One Thing, Part B

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In a world full of demands, Jesus invites us to reorder our hearts around His presence. In Luke 10:38–42, Pastor Luke calls us to cultivate a life that feeds on grace, listens deeply, and brings burdens honestly before the Lord in prayer. As we learn to be with Jesus before doing for Him, our service becomes shaped by love rather than anxiety. Choosing the one thing leads to a steadiness and joy that cannot be taken away.

Choosing the One Thing, Part A

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In Luke 10:38–42, Jesus gently redirects a distracted heart toward what truly matters. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the call to prioritize Jesus above all else—learning to sit at His feet, be shaped by His words, and let some things go undone. A life centered on Christ flows from grace, not pressure, and serves others out of overflow rather than exhaustion. When we choose the one thing that cannot be taken away, everything else begins to fall into its proper place.

Rethinking Our Love For People, Part B

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus presses beyond theory and into the reality of how we actually love people. In Luke 10:25–37, Pastor Luke calls us to reject self-justifying limits and instead embrace a love that crosses boundaries and costs us something. This kind of love is chosen, deliberate, and shaped by mercy. When we begin to love this way, it reveals a heart that is being formed by the compassion of Christ.

Rethinking Our Love For People, Part A

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In Luke 10:25–37, Jesus challenges a narrow view of love through the parable of the Good Samaritan. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights that the quality of our love matters deeply to God, calling us to extend compassion beyond boundaries and toward those we might naturally overlook. True love is not convenient or selective—it is intentional, sacrificial, and active. In redefining what it means to love our neighbor, Jesus invites us to examine whether our hearts align with His.

Emmanuel, God With Us, Part B

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

To encounter Emmanuel is to be invited into something deeply personal and profoundly humbling. In Luke 10:21–24, Pastor Luke draws attention to how God reveals Himself to those who come with childlike faith, not self-sufficiency. The presence of Jesus confronts pride and invites trust, opening our eyes to what many longed to see but never experienced. The question is not just what has been revealed—but whether our hearts are ready to receive it.

Emmanuel, God With Us, Part A

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In Luke 10:21–24, Jesus rejoices in the Spirit, celebrating the Father’s gracious plan to reveal Himself not to the proud but to the humble. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Emmanuel—God with us—makes known the heart of God and invites us into a personal relationship with the Father through the Son. This revelation is both a gift of grace and a window into the Triune nature of God. How we respond to Jesus ultimately exposes the posture of our hearts before Him.

Time for Rejoicing! Part B

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The success of ministry can stir real joy, but Jesus calls us to anchor our hearts in something deeper. In Luke 10:17–20, Pastor Luke helps us see that while fruitfulness, spiritual authority, and kingdom victory are worth celebrating, they are not the foundation of our joy. True, lasting joy is rooted in our secure identity in Christ and our eternal home with Him. When that becomes central, our joy remains steady no matter the outcome of our efforts.

Time for Rejoicing! Part A

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Joy fills the hearts of the disciples as they return from ministry, amazed at what Jesus has done through them. In Luke 10:17–20, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the joy of seeing ministry fruit, witnessing the unfolding victory of God’s kingdom, and experiencing Christ’s authority over the powers of darkness. Yet Jesus gently redirects their celebration to something even greater. The deepest and most lasting joy is knowing that our names are written in heaven through Him.

This Is Your Mission Now, Part B

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The mission of Jesus continues wherever His people are willing to go. In Luke 10:1–16, Pastor Luke shows how Christ prepares His followers for the realities of gospel ministry. The harvest requires multiplication, the work demands deep dependence on God, and the message will be received in very different ways. Faithful disciples step into the mission with courage, trusting that the Lord of the harvest is already at work.

This Is Your Mission Now, Part A

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The mission of Jesus has not ended; it has been entrusted to His followers. In Luke 10:1–16, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights Christ sending His disciples into the harvest and calling them to pray for multiplication, walk in dependence on God, and faithfully proclaim the kingdom. The work will always feel bigger than our resources and often carry real risk. Yet Jesus calls His people to go forward with courage and faithfulness, trusting the Lord of the harvest with the results.

The Time Is Now, Part B

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Following Jesus brings a moment of decision. In Luke 9:57–62, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights three encounters where Jesus exposes hesitation, divided priorities, and the temptation to look back. The call of Christ invites us to count the cost and place His kingdom above every competing claim. True discipleship begins when our allegiance to Jesus becomes our highest priority.

The Time Is Now, Part A

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Following Jesus always brings the moment of decision. In Luke 9:57–62, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws attention to three encounters where Christ calls would-be disciples to face the true cost of the kingdom. The invitation is clear: count the cost, pursue Christ’s mission, and leave the past behind. When Jesus calls, the time to respond is now.

Turning Ministry Pitfalls into Ministry Graces, Part B

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Even sincere ministry can drift when the heart loses its bearings. In Luke 9:43–56, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus patiently corrects the disciples as pride, rivalry, and impatience surface along the road to Jerusalem. Each moment exposes a pitfall and opens the door to a grace that reflects the heart of Christ. As Jesus reshapes our thinking, ministry becomes less about proving ourselves and more about serving His kingdom with humility and kindness.

Turning Ministry Pitfalls into Ministry Graces, Part A

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Ministry reveals the heart as much as it serves the mission. In Luke 9:43–56, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on how Jesus patiently leads His disciples away from pride, rivalry, and impatience toward humility, unity, and grace. Their struggles become opportunities for deeper understanding of the gospel and a clearer picture of Christlike leadership. When Jesus reshapes our hearts, ministry pitfalls begin to turn into ministry graces.

Overcoming a Crisis of Faith, Part B

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A crisis of faith often exposes where we have been relying on ourselves. In Luke 9:37–43, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the moment when human effort fails and the authority of Jesus becomes the only hope. The desperate father, the struggling disciples, and the astonished crowd all point to the same truth. When darkness presses in and strength runs out, faith learns to cling to Christ who holds all authority.

Overcoming a Crisis of Faith, Part A

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Faith can falter when the struggle feels overwhelming. In Luke 9:37–43, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a desperate father, failing disciples, and a Savior whose authority silences darkness and restores hope. This moment calls us to see Jesus clearly and to run to Him when our strength and efforts come up short. When Christ’s authority becomes real to the heart, faith rises again and clings to Him.

A Peak Behind the Curtain of Glory, Part B

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Glory changes the way we see everything. In Luke 9:28–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the moment when the Father reveals the true identity of Jesus and calls the disciples to listen to Him. Revelation awakens faith and reshapes the heart of those who encounter Christ’s majesty. Those who truly see His glory begin to follow Him with deeper attentiveness and trust.

A Peak Behind the Curtain of Glory, Part A

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Some moments pull back the curtain and reveal who Jesus truly is. In Luke 9:28–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the mountaintop where Christ’s glory shines and the Father’s voice calls His disciples to listen to the Son. Without God’s revelation we remain confused about Jesus, but seeing His true identity reshapes the heart of a disciple. Those changed by His glory learn to listen closely and follow Him carefully.

The Make or Break Issue in Following Jesus, Part B

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The path of discipleship always comes with a choice. In Luke 9:23–27, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Jesus’ call to take up the cross and follow Him with wholehearted surrender. The value of the kingdom forces us to consider what we are holding onto and what we are willing to release. True life is discovered when we entrust ourselves fully to Christ.

The Make or Break Issue in Following Jesus, Part A

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Following Jesus turns on a single decisive issue. In Luke 9:23–27, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights Christ’s call to deny ourselves, take up the cross daily, and walk the path of total surrender. Jesus presses us to weigh the value of gaining the world against the cost of losing our souls. Each person must decide whether to hold onto life or entrust it fully to the Savior.

The Most Important Conviction, Part B

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A clear conviction about Jesus anchors the whole of life. In Luke 9:18–22, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the moment Peter confesses Christ and Jesus reveals the suffering, death, and resurrection at the heart of the gospel. This conviction must stand firm even when culture shifts, opinions multiply, and opposition rises. When the truth about Jesus settles deeply in the heart, faith gains both courage and clarity.

The Most Important Conviction, Part A

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Everything turns on how you answer one question. In Luke 9:18–22, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Jesus asking His disciples what others think and then pressing the deeper question: “Who do you say that I am?” A true conviction about Christ must rise above shifting opinions and clearly embrace both His identity and His saving work. When this conviction weakens, faith drifts and the gospel loses its place at the center of life.

Jesus: Shattering My Preconceptions, Part B

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Our limitations often become the place where Jesus reveals who He truly is. In Luke 9:10–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how a moment of scarcity becomes a lesson in trust as Christ multiplies what little the disciples bring to Him. The miracle invites us to reconsider both the power of Jesus and the depth of our dependence on Him. When we withdraw to be with Christ, our assumptions fade and our understanding of Him grows.

Jesus: Shattering My Preconceptions, Part A

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus often overturns the assumptions we bring to Him. In Luke 9:10–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on how a hungry crowd and a small meal become the setting for a miracle that reveals something far greater about Christ. The feeding of the five thousand invites us to see how Jesus uses ordinary needs to point toward eternal realities and His unmatched power to provide. Moments like these press a deeper question into the heart: who is Jesus, and how closely are we walking with Him?

Multiplication in Gospel Ministry, Part B

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Gospel ministry expands when disciples move from watching to participating. In Luke 9:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on how Jesus entrusted His followers with real authority, practical instruction, and the courage to step into the mission. As they went out proclaiming the kingdom, the impact rippled through villages and raised a pressing question in many hearts. Multiplication in ministry happens when ordinary believers carry the message of Jesus into the world.

Multiplication in Gospel Ministry, Part A

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The mission of Jesus grows through multiplication. In Luke 9:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Jesus trained His disciples by modeling the gospel mission, inviting them into it, and sending them out with real responsibility. As they proclaimed the kingdom and served in His power, the message spread and curiosity about Jesus began to rise. Gospel multiplication leads more hearts to ask the most important question of all: Who is Jesus?

Pillar Four: Relentless Prayer, Part B

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Relentless prayer grows from hearts that remain close to Christ. Drawing from John 15 and Luke 11, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the kind of prayer that abides, asks boldly, and trusts the Father’s good will. When our desires begin to align with God’s purposes, prayer becomes a place of deeper faith and real spiritual impact. The life of prayer is marked by steady trust, urgent dependence, and confidence that God hears.

Pillar Four: Relentless Prayer, Part A

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Prayer becomes powerful when it flows from a living relationship with God. Drawing from John 15 and Luke 11, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how abiding in Christ opens the door to persistent, faith-filled prayer that aligns with the heart of the Father. The questions of access, alignment, and impact shape how we approach God and what we expect Him to do. When believers cry out with urgency and trust, prayer becomes a place where heaven’s power meets true earthly need.

Pillar Three: Life In The Spirit, Part B

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Life in the Spirit grows through daily surrender. In Galatians 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the Spirit who brings new birth, then patiently shapes believers as they learn to walk in step with Him. As the pull of the flesh loses ground, the fruit of the Spirit begins to mark both character and community. A life led by the Spirit becomes a quiet testimony of Christ at work.

Pillar Three: Life In The Spirit, Part A

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Life in the Spirit is where freedom becomes transformation. In Galatians 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Holy Spirit as our redemptive Advocate who brings new life, guides our growth, and empowers a fruitful witness. Those made alive by the Spirit learn to keep in step with Him as their character is shaped and their service strengthened. When the Spirit leads, the life of Christ becomes visible through love, joy, and faithful impact.

Pillar Two: The Gospel of Jesus, Part B

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The gospel reshapes every part of life once it takes root in the heart. In Ephesians 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the mercy and grace of God that bring the spiritually dead to life and draw the distant into His family through Christ. Faith receives this gift, but the gospel continues to steady, humble, and strengthen those who live in it. A life grounded in the good news cannot help but celebrate what God has done and share that hope with others.

Pillar Two: The Gospel of Jesus, Part A

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The gospel of Jesus stands at the center of everything God is building. In Ephesians 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the good news that God meets our lost condition with mercy, love, grace, and peace through the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. Those who were once far from God are brought near and made alive through faith in Jesus. The gospel is not only something we receive, but a truth we rest in, live by, celebrate, and share with the world.

Pillar One: The Word of God, Part B

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Word of God does more than inform the mind; it shapes the soul. In Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:14–17, and Psalm 119:97, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Scripture as living, authoritative, and fully sufficient for the life God calls us to live. As believers learn to love the Word and meditate on it daily, its truth begins to expose the heart and guide every step. A life anchored in Scripture becomes steady, discerning, and ready for every good work.

Pillar One: The Word of God, Part A

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A strong life with God begins with a strong foundation in His Word. In Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:14–17, and Psalm 119:97, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Bible as God’s inspired, sufficient, and trustworthy revelation that shapes how we think, live, and grow. Scripture speaks with authority, awakens deep love for truth, and invites daily meditation that transforms the heart. When God’s Word becomes the foundation, spiritual life grows strong and steady.

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed, Part B

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Life with the Holy Spirit is meant to be lived, not merely understood. In John 14:26, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the Helper who patiently teaches, redirects, and reshapes the inner life of those who walk with Him. As we yield to His leading, the Spirit renews our thinking, softens our hearts, and forms the character of Christ within us. What begins as a quiet work inside becomes a blessing that spills outward into witness, love, and grace for others.

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed, Part A

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Christian life was never meant to run on empty. In John 14:26, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Holy Spirit as our Helper who fills, leads, and renews the mind so that life with God moves from duty to living relationship. As the Spirit shapes our character and removes dysfunction, His presence begins to flow outward through witness, love, and grace-filled gifts. When the Spirit is welcomed fully, our relationship with God and our impact on others are unleashed.

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others, Part B

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Holy Spirit gives gifts with a purpose beyond ourselves. In 1 Corinthians 12:7, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a church where every believer becomes a vessel through whom the Spirit blesses others. What the Spirit places within you is meant to flow outward for the good of the body. As each person responds in obedience, the church becomes a living expression of God’s grace.

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others, Part A

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Holy Spirit never works in isolation. In 1 Corinthians 12:7, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how the Spirit equips every believer to become a channel of blessing within the body of Christ. The gifts we carry are not self-generated talents but manifestations of the Spirit meant to strengthen others. When the Spirit moves through His people, the whole church is built up in grace.

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit, Part B

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A strained relationship with the Spirit rarely begins with a dramatic moment. In 1 Thessalonians 5:19 and Ephesians 4:30, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on how hearts slowly drift as the Spirit’s promptings are ignored or resisted. Scripture points us back to the path of life through humility, repentance, and renewed obedience. When we choose to walk in step with the Spirit, closeness with God is restored and spiritual vitality returns.

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit, Part A

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

A relationship with the Holy Spirit can grow vibrant or quietly become strained. In 1 Thessalonians 5:19 and Ephesians 4:30, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how believers can quench or grieve the Spirit, revealing deeper patterns that Scripture also describes as resisting or rejecting His work. These warnings call us to examine the posture of our hearts before God. A healthy relationship with the Spirit is restored through humility, repentance, and learning to walk in step with Him.

Setting My Mind on the Spirit, Part B

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Transformation begins with a renewed mind. In Romans 12:2, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to resist the patterns of this world and allow the Spirit to reshape how we think, discern, and live. As our minds are renewed, we begin to recognize the goodness and wisdom of God’s will. A Spirit-shaped mind leads to a life that reflects His purposes.

Setting My Mind on the Spirit, Part A

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Your mind is moving in a direction long before your life shows it. In Romans 8:5–6, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the two mindsets that shape every person: one set on the flesh that leads to death, and one set on the Spirit that leads to life and peace. What fills your thoughts eventually forms your path. The Spirit invites us to aim our minds toward the life only God can give.

Building a Strong Relationship with the Holy Spirit, Part B

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Life in the Spirit is meant to be active, not passive. In Galatians 5:16–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to follow the Spirit’s leading and allow His transforming work to reshape the desires of the heart. As the flesh loses its grip, the fruit of the Spirit begins to grow in visible ways. A strong relationship with the Holy Spirit produces a life marked by love, humility, and steady spiritual vitality.

Building a Strong Relationship with the Holy Spirit, Part A

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Spiritual vitality grows where the Holy Spirit leads. In Galatians 5:16–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the daily call to walk in step with the Spirit rather than surrender to the pull of the flesh. A strong relationship with the Spirit becomes visible as His direction shapes our choices and His fruit shapes our character. When the Spirit leads, the life of Christ begins to flourish within us.

Filled With The Holy Spirit, Part B

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Being filled with the Holy Spirit shapes both our courage and our character. In Acts 4:1–31 and Ephesians 5:18–20, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to believers who pray for boldness, speak the truth of Christ, and overflow with worship together. The filling of the Spirit is not reserved for a few but meant to shape the life of the whole church. As we seek the Spirit’s fullness, our lives begin to reflect the power, joy, and unity that honor Jesus.

Filled With The Holy Spirit, Part A

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Spirit-filled life is meant to overflow with boldness and worship. In Acts 4:1–31 and Ephesians 5:18–20, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to witness for Christ and shapes the daily life of the church. Scripture invites us to ask deeper questions about what it means to be filled and how that fullness transforms our speech, our praise, and our obedience. When the Spirit fills God’s people, courage rises and Christ is made known.

Holy Spirit: My Guide and Teacher in Truth, Part B

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Spirit of truth leads God’s people into faithful obedience. In John 14:26 and 16:13–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how the Holy Spirit teaches believers to understand Christ’s words and apply them in real life. The story of Acts 10–11 reveals a pattern worth watching: when the Spirit moves, we listen, serve, and welcome the work that brings glory to God and aligns with His Word. The Helper still guides the church into truth today.

Holy Spirit: My Guide and Teacher in Truth, Part A

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Truth becomes clear when the Holy Spirit leads the way. In John 14:26 and 16:13–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Spirit as our Helper who teaches, reminds, and guides believers into the living truth of Christ. The Spirit’s work is seen in Scripture as He initiates God’s purposes, empowers loving service, and brings glory to the Son. When His guidance aligns with the Word of God, the faithful response is to listen, follow, and participate in what He is doing.

Holy Spirit: My Supernatural Helper, Part B

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Holy Spirit works within believers to accomplish what we could never do on our own. In John 14:16–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Spirit who brings new birth by God’s mercy, teaches us to walk step by step in faith, and stirs a deep longing for the righteousness that awaits us. His presence moves us from spiritual death into living hope. With the Spirit as our Helper, the Christian life becomes a journey shaped by grace, obedience, and confident expectation.

Holy Spirit: My Supernatural Helper, Part A

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus promised that His followers would never walk alone. In John 14:16–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Holy Spirit as our supernatural Helper who brings new life, teaches us to walk by faith, and anchors our hope in the glory still to come. The Spirit does not merely assist from a distance but dwells within every believer. With the Helper near, the Christian life becomes a journey marked by life, faith, and hope.

Understanding the Priority of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives, Part B

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The Christian life was never meant to run on human effort alone. In Acts 1:4–8, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to engage deeply with the Holy Spirit who empowers, directs, and transforms us into witnesses for Christ. The promise of the Spirit is not merely a doctrine to believe but a relationship to pursue. When the Spirit fills our lives, God uses ordinary people to carry the gospel to the ends of the earth.

Understanding the Priority of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives, Part A

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Power for the Christian life begins with the presence of the Holy Spirit. In Acts 1:4–8, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights Jesus’ call to wait for the Father’s promise and to place the ministry of the Spirit at the center of our lives. The Spirit empowers believers, deepens our relationship with God, and transforms ordinary people into bold witnesses for Christ. When the Holy Spirit has priority in your life, your faith moves outward with purpose and power.

Come Lord Jesus! Part B

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The promise of His coming reshapes how we live today. In 2 Peter 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges believers to treasure God’s patience while responding with repentance, bold witness, and expectant prayer. “Your kingdom come” becomes the cry of hearts that long for spiritual awakening and the salvation of many. Hope rises as we live on mission and look for the day when faith becomes sight.

Come Lord Jesus! Part A

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

History is moving toward a promised day. In 2 Peter 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to appreciate God’s patience without presuming upon it, and to live with holy expectation for the return of Christ. Readiness takes shape through prayer, repentance, gospel mission, and hope-filled celebration as we long for His kingdom to come. “Come, Lord Jesus” becomes more than a phrase when our lives reflect urgency, purity, and confident expectation.

Are You Ready for Christ’s Return? Part B

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The King is coming, and His arrival will reveal what truly mattered. In Matthew 24–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to examine whether our lives reflect urgent holiness and purposeful stewardship as we await Christ’s return. Every moment, resource, and opportunity becomes part of the story we will one day give an account for. Faith that is ready lives watchful, active, and steadfast until He appears.

Are You Ready for Christ’s Return? Part A

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Christ’s return is not a distant theory but a coming reality. In Matthew 24–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings Jesus’ urgent warnings and searching parables into sharp focus, pressing the question of whether we are ready to see Him face to face. Readiness means living with holy urgency and diligent stewardship as we await His evaluation of how we have used our time, resources, and influence for His kingdom. Faithfulness before Christ requires endurance and focus, because the race is both immediate and lifelong.

Advent Redemption, Part B

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Redemption often begins where faith feels fragile. In Luke 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on how God meets doubt with patience and fulfills His promises with steadfast mercy. Zechariah’s restored voice and Mary’s song remind us that unbelief does not cancel God’s covenant love. The Lord still grants second chances and turns hesitant hearts into worship.

Advent Redemption, Part A

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Advent begins with a promise spoken into doubt. In Luke 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens traces how God steps into barrenness, fear, and even unbelief with mercy that refuses to give up. Zechariah’s silence becomes the setting for redemption, proving that the Lord is faithful even when faith wavers. In our unbelief, God still offers the gift of a second chance and invites us to join the song of His saving grace.

The Gift of Freedom from Fear and Anxiety, Part B

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Anxiety fades when the presence of God fills the space fear once occupied. In Luke 1 and Matthew 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to Mary and Joseph as they step forward in obedient surrender and discover the steady faithfulness of the Lord. Peace rises as we entrust our plans to God, lean into His people, and rest in His perfect timing. Immanuel has come, and His nearness frees the heart.

The Gift of Freedom from Fear and Anxiety, Part A

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Fear loosens its grip when God’s plan becomes greater than our questions. In Luke 1 and Matthew 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Mary and Joseph as they face uncertainty, surrender to the Lord’s will, and discover the steady comfort of Immanuel, God with us. Freedom from anxiety grows as we entrust our lives to His purposes, walk closely with His people, and trust His timing in every detail. The Savior has come, and His presence changes everything.

In My Heartache–Embracing the Gifts of Mercy and Purpose, Part B

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God often writes His greatest purposes through seasons we would never choose. In Luke 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a faithful couple and a young woman whose confusion and disappointment became the setting for divine mercy. Heartache may linger, but it does not have the final word when God is at work. When His purposes unfold, sorrow gives way to joy and praise rises from places once marked by pain.

In My Heartache–Embracing the Gifts of Mercy and Purpose, Part A

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Heartache can cloud the soul, even when God is near. In Luke 1, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how the Lord meets Zechariah, Elizabeth, and Mary with mercy that turns sorrow into singing and waiting into wonder. Christmas reminds us that pain is temporary, but God’s purposes are eternal and beautiful. When you embrace His grace, even heartache can become a doorway to joy.

The Gift of Waiting, Part B

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God often does His deepest work in the slow seasons of waiting. In Luke 2:22–38, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to Simeon and Anna, whose lives were shaped by prayerful wonder and Spirit-filled anticipation. Waiting becomes a gift when hope stays alive and faith keeps watch for the promises of God. The day will come when waiting ends, and the Lord will prove faithful.

The Gift of Waiting, Part A

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Waiting is not wasted when God is at work. In Luke 2:22–38, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights Simeon and Anna, saints who lived with Spirit-empowered anticipation as they longed for the redemption God had promised. Their story shows that waiting can feel exhausting or exhilarating depending on what your heart believes about the Lord. The gift of waiting is learning to trust that God will not disappoint, and His salvation will arrive right on time.

Worship With Conviction, Part C

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Worship with conviction shines brightest when the world demands compromise. In Daniel 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the God who not only calls His people to exclusive devotion but steps into the furnace with them. The fire meant for destruction becomes a place of deliverance, where God’s glory is impossible to ignore. Crisis exposes what we truly worship, and faithful courage exalts the Lord before watching eyes. When you refuse to bow, God proves He is the only One who can rescue.

Worship With Conviction, Part B

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0400

True worship is proven when obedience carries a cost. In Daniel 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how crises of corruption, compromise, capacity, and consequence press the question of who deserves your devotion. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stand with courage and faith, choosing God even beyond the point of no return. The furnace becomes a stage for God’s nearness, where His presence turns fear into testimony. Worship with conviction reveals a God who is worthy and a Savior who meets His people in the fire.

Worship With Conviction, Part A

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Worship is tested when the heat is turned up. In Daniel 3, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how God allows crises of corruption, compromise, capacity, and consequence to reveal whether our worship will remain exclusive, courageous, and full of faith. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show what it means to honor God beyond the point of no return, even when the cost is terrifying. The furnace becomes the place where God’s presence is unmistakable and His glory is revealed. Worship with conviction is never performed alone, because the Lord meets His people in the fire. God is exalted when His people trust Him completely and refuse to bow.

When All Seems Lost, Part B

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Despair speaks loudly until Jesus has the final word. In Luke 8:49–56, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the faith that hangs on when the news feels crushing and the waiting feels unbearable. Jesus enters what others call hopeless and calls the child to rise with quiet authority. When all seems lost, His voice still brings life, peace, and wonder.

When All Seems Lost, Part A

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Some moments feel final, as if hope has already left the room. In Luke 8:40–42, 49–56, Pastor Luke Ahrens leads us into Jairus’ heartbreak where Jesus speaks a simple command to a trembling soul: do not fear, only believe. When all seems lost, Christ’s presence rewrites what we assume is the end. The hand of Jesus still reaches into impossible places and calls life back again.

Healing for a Heart of Fear, Part B

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus does more than stop suffering, He heals the heart beneath it. In Luke 8:40–48, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Christ draws a fearful woman out of hiding and meets her with personal mercy and lasting peace. Her touch becomes a moment of faith, and His words become a moment of restoration. The Savior who sees trembling hearts still calls them near.

Healing for a Heart of Fear, Part A

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Fear has a way of making us reach for anything that might bring relief. In Luke 8:40–48, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to a trembling woman who comes to Jesus with nothing left but desperate faith, and finds healing that goes deeper than her body. Jesus refuses to let her remain hidden, drawing her into peace, dignity, and personal restoration. A heart of fear meets a Savior who calls you “daughter” and makes you whole.

Jesus Brings Freedom, Part B

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Freedom begins when Jesus becomes greater than the forces that own your life. In Luke 8:26–39, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls listeners to see Christ’s authority over darkness and His power to restore dignity and purpose. Many want relief without surrender, but the delivered man shows what true change looks like at the feet of Jesus. Real freedom leads to a new mission: go home and declare how much God has done for you.

Jesus Brings Freedom, Part A

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Freedom has a name, and He steps onto shore with authority. In Luke 8:26–39, Pastor Luke Ahrens shines light on a man trapped in darkness until Jesus confronts the powers tormenting him and restores his mind, his dignity, and his future. The crowd begs Jesus to leave, but the delivered man begs to stay, revealing how grace reorders desire. Real freedom ends at the feet of Jesus and turns into a life that tells what He has done.

Transformed by a Crisis of Faith, Part B

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Fear can feel final until Jesus speaks. In Luke 8:22–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the moment the disciples realize their crisis was revealing something deeper than the weather. Jesus calms the sea, then presses the real issue with a searching question that reaches the heart. A crisis of faith can become a turning point when it leads you to marvel at the authority of Christ.

Transformed by a Crisis of Faith, Part A

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A storm has a way of exposing what you truly believe. In Luke 8:22–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens leads us into the boat with the disciples as fear rises, prayers spill out, and Jesus speaks peace into chaos. His question, “Where is your faith?” turns a crisis into a crossroads. When you see who Jesus truly is, the storm can become the very place your faith is transformed.

Your Listening Is Saying What, Part B

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Your habits of hearing are shaping your future. In Luke 8:16–21, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws out Jesus’ call to listen with care because the Word always brings things into the light. What you receive with faith multiplies, and what you treat casually slips away. Jesus names His true family as those who hear God’s Word and do it, making the test personal. What is your listening saying right now?

Your Listening Is Saying What, Part A

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Your listening is never neutral. In Luke 8:16–21, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to Jesus’ warning that the way you hear the Word eventually shows up in what you reveal, what you hide, and how your life shines. Jesus ties true family to obedience, not proximity, and exposes the difference between hearing and doing. The question presses close: what is your listening actually saying about your heart?

How To Know If You Are A Genuine Christian, Part B

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A genuine Christian is revealed by what takes root and what lasts. In Luke 8:4–15, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Jesus’ parable to help us consider whether the word of God is being welcomed, resisted, or quietly choked within us. The soils expose the subtle battles of the heart and the slow work of grace that produces real fruit. True faith holds fast to Jesus and grows steadily under His care.

How To Know If You Are A Genuine Christian, Part A

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The condition of your heart shapes the direction of your life. In Luke 8:4–15, Pastor Luke Ahrens invites listeners to consider Jesus’ parable of the soils as a mirror revealing what kind of hearing, believing, and persevering marks genuine faith. The seed is the same for everyone, yet only one kind of heart holds onto it with honesty and patience. A real Christian is known not by a moment of emotion but by a life that bears fruit over time.

She Was There, Part B

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Devotion to Jesus is revealed in simple, steadfast presence. In Luke 8:1–3, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws attention to the women whose gratitude and generosity placed them right in the center of Jesus’ ministry. Their lives testify that those transformed by grace stay near the Savior and support His work with willing hearts. When Jesus changes you, faithfulness becomes your offering.

She Was There, Part A

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Faithfulness often appears in the quiet places where few are looking. In Luke 8:1–3, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the women who followed Jesus with devotion shaped by healing, gratitude, and sacrificial generosity. Their presence shows that Jesus builds His kingdom through people the world tends to overlook. When grace changes your life, you stay close to Him and offer all you have.

The Heart Behind Sharing the Good News, Part B

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Love is what gives the gospel its clearest voice. Pastor Luke Ahrens closes the GO series by showing how sincere compassion and practical service become powerful tools for reaching people with the hope of Jesus. When love shapes both your posture and your actions, the good news becomes unmistakably visible. Serve others well and let your love point them to Christ.

The Heart Behind Sharing the Good News, Part A

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Love is the heartbeat of Spirit-empowered evangelism. In this conclusion to the GO series, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how genuine love for people and practical acts of service create fertile ground for the gospel to be seen and heard. Sharing Jesus becomes powerful when compassion fuels our words and our actions. When you love well and serve well, hearts open to the hope of Christ.

Growing as a Spirit-empowered Witness, Part B

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A Spirit-empowered witness speaks with conviction and compassion. In Acts 26:1–32, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Paul shares his story before King Agrippa by recounting his past, his encounter with Jesus, and the transformed life that followed. His bold yet winsome persuasion displays how believers can present the gospel thoughtfully without assuming responsibility for the results. Your testimony becomes a tool God uses as the Holy Spirit works in the hearts of listeners.

Growing as a Spirit-empowered Witness, Part A

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A transformed life becomes a powerful witness. In Acts 26:1–32, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Paul shares his story with clarity, courage, and Spirit-empowered persuasion before King Agrippa. Paul’s testimony moves from who he was, to how he met Jesus, to who he became in Christ, showing how every believer can present the hope of the gospel with wisdom and grace. Your story and your words matter, even as you trust the Holy Spirit to open hearts.

Gospel Megaphones, Part B

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Suffering can become one of the loudest platforms for the gospel. In Acts 16:6–34, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Paul and Silas’ wounds, worship, and unwavering prayers created the very moment where a jailer met the Savior. Their story shows how God uses hardship to draw attention to His grace and prayer to release His power. God is still using suffering and prayer to set captives free.

Gospel Megaphones, Part A

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Suffering and prayer can amplify the gospel far beyond our expectations. In Acts 16:6–34, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God used Paul and Silas’ pain, praise, and persistence to open blind eyes and free imprisoned hearts. Their witness reveals that suffering often becomes a megaphone for the good news and prayer invites God’s power into impossible moments. God still uses these tools to jailbreak hearts today.

Gospel Opportunities, Part B

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Gospel opportunities are everywhere for those who learn to see them. In John 4:1–42, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Jesus models Spirit-guided awareness and patient sowing of truth that leads to a harvest of transformed lives. Every believer carries a purpose to share the good news and trust God with the growth. Lift your eyes and step into the open doors He provides.

Gospel Opportunities, Part A

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Open doors for the gospel often appear in the most unexpected places. In John 4:1–42, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman reveals the power of Spirit-empowered sight and patient, purposeful sowing of truth. Gospel influence grows when we recognize our role in sowing and reaping while trusting God to bring the harvest. Look for the moments He places before you and sow seeds that lead others to the Savior of the world.

Let’s Go! Part B

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The mission of Jesus moves people outward with purpose. In Acts 18 and Luke 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how a clear gospel message and genuine relationships open doors for others to encounter Christ. Paul’s bold witness and Levi’s welcoming table both reveal practical tools God uses to draw people to Himself. Carry the gospel well and create environments where grace can be seen and heard.

Let’s Go! Part A

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A gospel life is a life on the move. In Acts 18 and Luke 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Paul and Levi model two essential tools for reaching people with the good news: a clear gospel message and intentional relational connection. God calls His people to lead others toward faith in Jesus and to build bridges where His grace can be experienced. Carry the gospel with clarity and create space where sinners can meet the Savior.

The Rich Truth Taught By A Widow’s Example

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Hidden faith catches the eye of Jesus. In Mark 12:41–44, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws attention to a widow whose quiet sacrifice outweighed the impressive gifts of the wealthy because she held nothing back from God. Her story reminds us that unseen obedience and small offerings matter deeply to the Lord. True generosity is measured by sacrifice, shaped by the One who gave everything, and expressed by giving God your all.

The Powerful Connection Between Faith and Gratitude, Part B

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Gratitude is a window into the soul of genuine faith. In Luke 17:11–19, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls attention to the healed Samaritan who returned to Jesus with praise while the others disappeared into their own concerns. His response shows what happens when answered prayer leads to devotion instead of indifference. Gratitude is the path that draws you closer to the Savior.

The Powerful Connection Between Faith and Gratitude, Part A

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Gratitude reveals the true direction of your faith. In Luke 17:11–19, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the one healed man whose thanksgiving brought him back to the feet of Jesus while the others rushed on with their lives. The story presses a vital question: if your greatest prayer were answered, would it draw you closer to Christ or simply free you to move on. Gratitude is the posture that deepens faith and pulls your heart nearer to Jesus.

Come To Me, Part B

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus meets the exhausted with a timely invitation. In Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the Savior who welcomes the burdened, offers true rest, and calls His people to walk closely with Him. His gentle and lowly heart sets the pattern for our discipleship. The question remains: Will you come?

Come To Me, Part A

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Rest is found in a Person, not a pace. In Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims the gentle invitation of Jesus who calls the weary, promises soul-deep relief, and leads His followers in gracious discipleship. Christ invites us to learn from His heart and discover the rest only He can give. The invitation still stands: Will you come?

Jesus Shattering Our Misconceptions Of Grace, Part B

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When Jesus moves, grace breaks every expectation. In Luke 5:17–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ’s authority to forgive sin shatters our limited view of who He is and what He can do. Faith that persists meets a Savior who responds with power and mercy. The only fitting response is awe-filled worship of the One who makes all things new.

Jesus Shattering Our Misconceptions Of Grace, Part A

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Grace isn’t what we imagine. It’s greater. In Luke 5:17–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus honors relentless faith, confronts shallow views of who He is, and forgives sin with divine authority. The paralyzed man’s healing reveals that grace reaches deeper than physical need—it restores the soul. When you see Jesus clearly, awe-filled worship naturally follows.

How Jesus Loves Us, Part B

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The love of Jesus is both honest and healing. Through Luke 22, Mark 16, and John 21, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Christ meets His followers in failure, speaks truth to their hearts, and restores them with grace. He doesn’t abandon us in our darkest moments but instead pursues and rebuilds us. The One who knows us best still calls, “Follow Me.”

How Jesus Loves Us, Part A

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus’ love doesn’t fade when we fail but often meets us there in the failure. In Luke 22, Mark 16, and John 21, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ intercedes for us, confronts our sin, and restores what shame tries to destroy. Jesus seeks us in our despair and disappointment, not to condemn but to call us close. His invitation remains the same: follow Me with all your heart.

Just Give Me Jesus, Part B

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Every story in Mark 5 points to one truth—Jesus is enough. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how the Savior meets desperation with compassion, authority, and life-giving power. From the outcast to the grieving, He brings freedom and hope no one else can offer. When all else fails, the answer remains the same: just give me Jesus.

Just Give Me Jesus, Part A

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When life feels bound, broken, or beyond repair—just give me Jesus. In Mark 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims the power of Christ who commands demons, heals disease, and raises the dead. Every encounter reveals His mercy and unmatched authority to restore what sin and suffering have stolen. Jesus doesn’t just change circumstances; He changes lives forever.

Finding Joy as You Invest Your Heart/Treasure, Part B

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The path to joy runs through generous living. In Proverbs 3, Malachi 3, and 2 Corinthians 9, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how God blesses those who invest their hearts and resources in honoring Him, building gospel relationships, and giving with cheerful faith. A multiplication mindset replaces scarcity with gratitude. When your treasure follows your trust, joy overflows.

Finding Joy as You Invest Your Heart/Treasure, Part A

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Joy grows where your heart and treasure align with God’s purposes. Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from Proverbs 3, Malachi 3, and 2 Corinthians 9 how investing in what God blesses—honor, trust, gospel relationships, multiplication, and cheerful generosity—leads to lasting satisfaction. True joy isn’t found in keeping but in giving. When you invest your life in God’s way, the return is eternal.

Playing Your Part: Diligent Stewardship, Part B

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Diligence reveals what you truly believe about the Master. Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to approach both daily responsibilities and future planning with wisdom, faith, and intentional effort. God entrusts each of us with opportunities to serve our households and His kingdom faithfully. When you work with diligence, you reflect the character of the One you serve.

Playing Your Part: Diligent Stewardship, Part A

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Faithful stewardship means showing up with diligence in every season. Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from Scripture that serving the Master well begins with caring wisely for the needs of your household today while preparing for tomorrow with faith and intention. God honors those who work with purpose, not passivity. Diligence in stewardship is how we play our part in His greater plan.

Developing A Financial Partnership with God, Part B

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Partnership with God is built on daily choices that reveal where your trust truly lies. In Philippians 4 and 1 Timothy 6, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how contentment, gratitude, prayer, learning, and joyful worship reshape the way we handle what God provides. These choices replace anxiety and idolatry with confidence in His care. When trust deepens, financial partnership becomes a life-giving act of faith.

Developing A Financial Partnership with God, Part A

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

A true financial partnership with God begins where trust takes root. Drawing from Philippians 4 and 1 Timothy 6, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how meaningful partnership flows from choosing God’s ways over worldly patterns. Trust grows as we pursue contentment, gratitude, prayer, learning, and joyful worship instead of fear and self-reliance. God invites His people into a partnership that transforms both heart and habits.

What Is Biblical Stewardship All About? Part B

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Faithful stewardship is a window into your heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through key Scriptures to reveal how acknowledging God’s ownership shapes our worship and prepares us for His evaluation. Faithful stewardship flows from who we serve and what we believe about Him. How you handle what’s been entrusted says everything about your trust in the Owner.

What Is Biblical Stewardship All About? Part A

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Biblical stewardship begins with seeing everything through God’s eyes. Pastor Luke Ahrens draws from key Scriptures to show that stewardship starts with God’s ownership, is expressed through our worship, and leads to a future evaluation of our faithfulness. Every resource, opportunity, and moment ultimately belongs to Him. The question is whether we’re living as faithful stewards of what He’s entrusted to us.

Jesus: Our Redeemer, Part B

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The Redeemer’s love breaks through pride and shame alike. In Luke 7:36–50, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus confronts self-righteousness while lifting the repentant in mercy. The woman’s faith and Jesus’ forgiveness paint a vivid picture of grace at work. When His redemption reaches your heart, everything changes.

Jesus: Our Redeemer, Part A

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus sees what others refuse to see. In Luke 7:36–50, Pastor Luke Ahrens unveils the Redeemer who welcomes the broken, forgives the guilty, and transforms shame into freedom and worship. The woman’s tears and devotion reveal the power of grace to rewrite a life. When you grasp how much you’ve been forgiven, love overflows.

Jesus: Giving Grace in a Dark Season, Part B

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

John’s questions in the darkness reveal a Savior who responds not in condemnation but with grace. In Luke 7:18–35, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to Jesus’ mighty works and faithful words as the anchor for wavering hearts. Christ’s identity brings clarity where confusion lingers and strength where faith falters. Who He is changes everything for those who trust Him. May we capture His heart for us.

Jesus: Giving Grace in a Dark Season, Part A

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Even the strongest can stumble in the dark. In Luke 7:18–35, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Jesus meets John the Baptist’s doubts with grace, truth, and unmistakable power. The Savior doesn’t shame struggling faith but instead strengthens it. When darkness presses in, His works and His words remind us who He is. And who He is has the power to transform us from the inside out.

Jesus Loves Broken People, Part B

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When Jesus encounters brokenness, He doesn’t turn away; He moves toward it. In Luke 7:11–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ’s compassion transforms despair into hope and death into life. The widow’s story becomes a living testimony of His power and love. This is the Savior who sees, speaks, and restores.

Jesus Loves Broken People, Part A

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus is moved by the pain others overlook. In Luke 7:11–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Christ’s compassion meets a grieving widow in her darkest moment and brings life where there was only loss. His love is personal, powerful, and unshaken by brokenness. This is the heart of Jesus on full display.

The Person that Causes Jesus to Marvel, Part B

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus marveled at the faith of a man who understood both authority and humility. In Luke 7:1–10, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to consider what true, God-honoring faith looks like when tested. The centurion’s confidence in Jesus’ word shows the power of trusting Him completely. This is the kind of faith that moves the heart of Christ.

The Person that Causes Jesus to Marvel, Part A

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Few people ever cause Jesus to marvel; but one man did. In Luke 7:1–10, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the centurion whose humble faith and deep understanding of Christ’s authority stopped Jesus in His tracks. This encounter reveals what kind of faith captures the heart of the Savior. Be the kind of person whose trust in Jesus makes heaven take notice.

Be The Change, Part B

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God’s closing words through Malachi are anything but passive. Pastor Luke Ahrens calls listeners to personal responsibility and generational vision, showing how God’s grace equips His people to be catalysts for real change. When hearts turn toward Him, families and communities are transformed from the inside out. Embracing His gifts leads to a legacy of faith that endures.

Be The Change, Part A

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Malachi 4:4–6 closes with a powerful call to remember, return, and be transformed. Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims how God gives His people the message of grace, messengers of grace, and seasons of sovereign grace to stir spiritual awakening. Revival begins when change comes home, shaping hearts across generations. You can reject God’s gifts or embrace them fully in Christ and pursue lasting, multi-generational faith.

The Blessing of Biblical Community in the Long View, Part B

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When God listens to those who fear Him, their faith leaves a lasting mark. In Malachi 3:13–4:3, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the contrast between shallow skepticism and steadfast trust in God’s promises. Biblical community shapes hearts to endure, anchoring believers in what truly matters. When you return to Him fully, you discover blessings that reach far beyond the present moment.

The Blessing of Biblical Community in the Long View, Part A

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Malachi 3:13–4:3 exposes the tension between momentary doubt and enduring faith. Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to confront unbelief and consumeristic attitudes that question whether serving God is worth it. Those who fear the Lord and value biblical community find themselves written into His book of remembrance, set apart for future joy. Embrace His call to return and experience the blessings He promises to those who walk with Him in the long view.

Joy Found in Testing God?! Part B

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God’s words in Malachi 3:7–12 expose where our loyalty truly lies. Pastor Luke proclaims how the Lord confronts His people’s spiritual drift and calls them to trust His promises in tangible ways. God wants your heart more than your resources and He pursues it with unwavering faithfulness. When you respond to His invitation, the joy of His provision speaks louder than your doubt.

Joy Found in Testing God?! Part A

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The Lord’s call in Malachi 3:7–12 cuts straight to the heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God confronts His people’s wandering and invites them to test His faithfulness in a way that reveals His generous character. God wants your heart more than your money, and He’ll do whatever it takes to draw you back. When you take Him at His word, the blessings He pours out are unmistakable.

The Unchanging God of Mercy and Justice, Part B

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The fire of God’s justice burns with ordered purpose, not chaos. As the Messenger declares the Lord’s coming, Pastor Luke reveals how God’s unchanging nature is both a fierce warning and a merciful refuge. Through Malachi 2:17–3:6, we’re called to trust His character, test our hearts, and turn to Jesus for lasting peace. The God who refines is the same God who preserves His people.

The Unchanging God of Mercy and Justice, Part A

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When God's people question His justice, He responds with a promise and a warning. In this bold message from Malachi 2:17–3:6, Pastor Luke Ahrens reminds us that the Lord is unchanging in both mercy and judgment—and He will come like a refiner’s fire. Trust the character of God, examine your heart, and turn to Jesus where true peace and righteousness are found. The God of justice is not absent but is preparing the way for His glory.

The Blessing of Oneness in Marriage, Part B

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God doesn’t overlook covenant unfaithfulness. In this convicting conclusion from Malachi 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens presses into God’s response to broken vows and the spiritual fallout that follows when marriage is treated as cavalier. Oneness in marriage is a sacred trust that thrives when both spouses worship God, shapes future generations, calls for daily investment, and brings either divine blessing or discipline. Faithfulness isn't optional; it’s the evidence of a heart guarded by God's Spirit.

The Blessing of Oneness in Marriage, Part A

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God designed marriage to reflect His covenant faithfulness. In this powerful message from Malachi 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to honor the oneness of marriage as a sacred gift from God, forged by His Spirit and under His watching eyes. Oneness in marriage is deeply shaped by shared worship, changes future generations, demands constant investment, and invites either divine blessing or discipline. Don’t miss this call to guard your spirit and remain faithful to your wife or husband.

The First Domino in Revival! Part B

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Revival doesn’t advance through through devotion and conviction. In this second message from Malachi 2:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens presses in on the heart of spiritual leadership: humble obedience, faithful instruction, and deep reverence for God's name. When leaders turn from truth, many stumble, but when hearts return to awe, others are led into life and peace. God is still using surrendered hearts to spark redemption.

The First Domino in Revival! Part A

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Revival doesn't begin in the culture; it begins in the heart. From Malachi 2:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings a powerful call to return to awe, reverence, and faithful leadership before God. The road to judgment is marked by indifference but the path to blessing is paved by those who lead others into repentance and truth. Your heart is the first domino in revival, and it starts with fear and faithfulness before the Lord.

Ditching Leftover, Offensive Worship, Part B

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God isn't honored by convenience; He’s glorified by wholehearted devotion. In this second half of the sermon from Malachi 1:6–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to reject hollow habits and return to worship that reflects God’s worth. When we offer our best in joyful surrender, we live out our identity as a royal priesthood and living sacrifices. This message points us toward worship that exalts the name of the Lord among the nations.

Ditching Leftover, Offensive Worship, Part A

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God doesn’t overlook half-hearted worship but confronts it head on. Preaching from Malachi 1:6–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings a bold reminder that giving God our leftovers is not just lazy...it’s offensive. True worship flows from joyful gospel reflection and shows up in total surrender and daily devotion. This message challenges us to embrace our calling as a royal priesthood and offer lives worthy of the greatness of our King.

The Loving Gift of a Second Chance, Part B

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God’s love doesn’t retreat in the face of rebellion yet it pursues with purpose and power. In the second half of this message from Malachi 1:1–5, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to see the greatness of the Lord through the lens of His faithful, undeserved love. As God contrasts Jacob and Esau, we’re reminded that His mercy is redemptive. This episode urges listeners to respond to God’s loving gift of a second chance with awe, gratitude, and trust.

The Loving Gift of a Second Chance, Part A

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God’s love isn’t a vague feeling; it’s a clear, powerful reality rooted in His Word. Preaching from Malachi 1:1–5, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God responds to doubt with a bold declaration: “I have loved you.” This episode unpacks four compelling evidences of God’s love: His personal Word, His redemptive covenant, His merciful discipline, and His visible work on behalf of His people. Discover how even in judgment, God is offering the loving gift of a second chance.

Genuine Disciples Build on a Solid Foundation, Part B

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400

What you build your life on determines how it stands in the storm. In this powerful conclusion from Luke 6:46–49, Pastor Luke shows how true discipleship is proven by obedience, not words. Jesus’ warning is clear: only those who act on His truth are building on the rock. When you're choosing your foundation, you're choosing the result.

Genuine Disciples Build on a Solid Foundation, Part A

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Storms reveal what your life is really built on. Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Jesus’ striking parable in Luke 6, urging believers to move beyond lip service to real obedience. Genuine discipleship means anchoring your life in the strength and authority of Christ. When the pressure rises, only a well-built faith will stand.

The Truth is Coming Out of Your Heart, Part B

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Your fruit is telling the truth about your heart. In this powerful conclusion, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges listeners to pursue lasting heart change that aligns with the character of Christ. The contrast is clear: a good heart stores up what is godly but a corrupt heart gives way to destruction. Discover how surrendering your heart to Jesus shapes everything that flows from your life.

The Truth is Coming Out of Your Heart, Part A

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s rooted in your heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Jesus’ words in Luke 6, calling believers to examine the spiritual condition behind their words and actions. The good heart of a quality disciple produces life-giving fruit, while a corrupt heart overflows with evil. Learn how true transformation starts beneath the surface.

Becoming a Disciple After God’s Own Heart, Part B

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

True discipleship starts with a heart shaped by mercy. In the conclusion of this message, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking Jesus’ teaching in Luke 6, urging believers to reject hypocrisy and pursue genuine spiritual vision. Mercy through forgiveness is a defining mark of a heart aligned with Christ. Discover how godly character is formed when we forgive as we’ve been forgiven.

Becoming a Disciple After God’s Own Heart, Part A

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Becoming a disciple after God’s own heart means embodying His mercy in everyday life. Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through Jesus’ powerful words in Luke 6, challenging us to lead with compassion, humility, and self-awareness. Quality discipleship is reflecting the mercy of God. Learn how to grow into Christlike maturity by removing judgment and embracing forgiveness.

Distributing Divine Love to Difficult People, Part B

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus doesn’t call His disciples to tolerate their enemies; He commands us to love them. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:27–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to step into the costly, Christlike love that goes beyond fairness or self-protection. This is the high call of quality discipleship: to reflect the mercy of our Father by doing good, giving freely, and showing kindness to the undeserving. When we love like this, we live as true sons and daughters of the Most High.

Distributing Divine Love to Difficult People, Part A

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Loving challenging people isn’t optional for a disciple of Jesus. Preaching from Luke 6:27–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to reflect the mercy of God by showing kindness to those who hurt, oppose, or take advantage of us. This kind of love is supernatural, flowing from the heart of the Father. When we bless our enemies, we put the character of Christ on full display.

Quality Discipleship Starts Here, Part B

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The path of true discipleship runs against the grain of the world’s values. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:20–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges believers to take Jesus at His word, even when it means embracing hardship, loss, or rejection. God’s blessing rests not on status or ease but on those who live for His kingdom. This kind of discipleship is bold, costly, and eternally rewarding.

Quality Discipleship Starts Here, Part A

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

True discipleship begins with a counter-cultural and radical reordering of values. Preaching from Luke 6:20–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls followers of Christ to embrace the upside-down blessings of God’s kingdom and the cost of following Jesus faithfully. The world’s measures of success clash with God’s promises to the poor, hungry, and persecuted. Standing firm in these truths shapes the foundation for quality discipleship.

Jesus: The Ultimate Disciple Maker, Part B

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Discipleship starts with prayer and purposeful calling. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:12–19, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to embrace the same Spirit-led commitment Jesus showed in selecting and empowering His apostles. True disciple-making requires patience, prayer, and faith in the power that changes hearts and lives. The call to follow Jesus invites us into a mission fueled by divine strength and unwavering dedication.

Jesus: The Ultimate Disciple Maker, Part A

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus didn’t pick His disciples by accident but prayed all night before choosing twelve to lead and carry His mission forward. Preaching from Luke 6:12–19, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Jesus modeled intentional, Spirit-led disciple-making that transformed ordinary people into world-changers. The power flowing through Christ not only healed the hurting but equipped His followers for kingdom impact. Following Jesus means stepping into a legacy of prayerful leadership and unstoppable purpose.

The Apex of Communication, Part B

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Speaking blessing is a sacred act rooted in God’s character and promises. In the second half of this message from Numbers 6:22–27, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to see our words as instruments of grace, shaped by God's desire to bring peace and wholeness. When we speak with intentionality and faith, we reflect the heart of the One who blesses. This is communication filled with purpose, anchored in God’s presence.

The Apex of Communication, Part A

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The highest purpose of communication is to bless in God’s name. Preaching from Numbers 6:22–27, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the power and beauty of speaking blessing over others as a reflection of God’s heart. True blessing flows from God Himself, bringing His presence, peace, and wholeness into the lives of His people. Each day is an opportunity to speak life by prayerfully blessing those around us.

Loaded Communication, Part B

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Careless words leave a mark. In the second half of this message from Ephesians 4:29–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to speak with intention, aiming for grace over impulse. Life-giving communication isn’t accidental; it flows from a heart tuned to God and aware of others. Your mouth is a tool: use it to build, not to break.

Loaded Communication, Part A

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Your words carry more weight than you think. Teaching from Ephesians 4:29–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to reject careless speech and embrace communication that builds, blesses, and honors God. Life-giving words are marked by encouragement, timeliness, generosity, spiritual purpose, and a clear sense of the listener’s need. What you say can either strengthen someone or grieve the Spirit.

Win the Heart, Win the Tongue, Part B

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Lasting change in your words flows from lasting change in your heart. In the second half of this message from Psalm 19:14 and Luke 6:45, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to the only source of true transformation: God’s restoring work in your inner life. As the heart is renewed, confession grows, blame fades, and communication begins to heal. God isn’t finished with your family...He’s just getting started!

Win the Heart, Win the Tongue, Part A

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The words you speak are shaped by the heart you carry. Preaching from Psalm 19:14 and Luke 6:45, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how real change in communication begins beneath the surface. What fills your heart will eventually form your words. So if you want new speech, you need a new heart. God stands ready to restore what's broken in you and your family.

Communication Driven by Affection, Part B

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Lasting change in communication doesn’t start with better technique; it starts with deeper affection. In the second half of this message from James 1:19–20, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges couples to slow down, listen well, and give each other space to grow without fear. Words carry weight, and when they’re driven by love, they build trust. Real transformation happens when grace shapes the way we speak.

Communication Driven by Affection, Part A

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When affection leads, communication brings life. Teaching from James 1:19–20, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how godly conversations are shaped by listening, patience, and emotional safety. True connection grows through three powerful gifts: valuing others by listening to understand, honoring them with fewer quick fixes, and creating space for safety through calm, measured responses. Affection lays the groundwork for words that heal instead of harm.

God’s Blueprint for Pure Pleasure, Part B

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Passion in marriage is sustained not by feelings but by faithfulness to God’s Word. In the second half of this message from 1 Corinthians 7:1–5, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how sacrificial love and mutual giving guard against temptation and deepen intimacy. A marriage marked by ongoing neglect opens the door to devastation, but one shaped by joyful obedience brings protection, healing, and lasting connection.

God’s Blueprint for Pure Pleasure, Part A

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Sex is God’s idea. And His design is far better than the world’s distortion. In this message from 1 Corinthians 7:1-5, Pastor Luke Ahrens speaks boldly about reclaiming passion, purpose, and purity within marriage. Even sincere believers can fall into wrong thinking about sex, but God's Word calls us to enjoy our spouse, give ourselves fully, and resist the damage of neglect. This is an act of holy obedience.

Building a Passionate Marriage, Part B

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

True intimacy is protected, pursued, and passionately enjoyed. Pastor Luke continues in Proverbs 5, urging couples to guard their love from counterfeit desires and delight fully in God's good gift of marriage. When passion is nurtured through discipline and delight, it becomes a refuge, a safety. God sees every path we take; wise couples choose the one that leads to lasting joy.

Building a Passionate Marriage, Part A

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Real passion in marriage is built with purpose. Pastor Luke Ahrens opens Proverbs 5 to show how God's design fuels a marriage marked by deep joy, lasting satisfaction, and fierce commitment. Marital passion thrives within vibrant exclusivity, expressive romance, and sexual satisfaction. "Exclusivity is not a burden; it is the launching pad for building and maintaining intoxicating passion."

Becoming a Woman of God in Your Marriage, Part B

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Wives shape their homes through wisdom, strength, and faithful devotion. Building on 1 Peter 3, Ephesians 5, and Proverbs 31, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how a godly wife brings life through wise counsel, diligent care, and unwavering faith. True influence flows from a heart rooted in reverence for God, creating a refuge that blesses her husband and family. Step into your calling with courage, knowing that your strength and faithfulness honor God and transform your home.

Becoming a Woman of God in Your Marriage, Part A

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

True strength in marriage shines through a wife’s gentle strength and godly influence. Drawing from 1 Peter 3 and Ephesians 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls wives to be life-changing helpers through vertical influence, life-giving admiration, unwavering support, and uncontaminated refuge. Submission is not weakness but a powerful act of faith that reflects reverence for Christ. Wives, embrace your role as a sacred source of confidence that transforms your marriage and honors God.

Becoming a Man of God in Your Marriage, Part A

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage calls men to lead with love, honor, and spiritual strength. Based on 1 Peter 3:7 and Ephesians 5:28–31, Pastor Luke Ahrens lays out how husbands can grow in general, personal, spiritual, and gospel knowhow to love their wives deeply. “Being a man of God in your marriage and in your home is possible, it is necessary, and it is awesome.” Husbands, embrace affection, oneness, honor, and blessing as keys to living out God’s design for marriage.

Oneness or Hardness in Marriage, Part B

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Oneness in marriage doesn’t happen by accident. In the second half of his message from Matthew 19:4–8 and Ephesians 4:32, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how kindness, tenderness, and forgiveness are essential for building a marriage that reflects God’s heart. The real enemy is not incompatibility but hardness of heart. Let the gospel shape your marriage into something holy, healing, and whole.

Oneness or Hardness in Marriage, Part A

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Hard hearts fracture what God designed to be whole. Jesus' words in Matthew 19 cut through cultural excuses and call couples back to God's original vision for marriage: lasting, loving oneness. Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges listeners to choose humility, forgiveness, and Spirit-filled unity over selfishness and separation. Before you say “I do,” take off the rose-colored glasses, seek eternal perspective, gather wisdom, and walk by faith, not in fear of missing God’s will.

Is Marriage For Me? Part B

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage isn’t a finish line. It's a calling with weight, blessings and challenges included. In the second half of his message from 1 Corinthians 7:25–40, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings clarity to Paul’s teaching on devotion, distraction, and the fleeting nature of this world. The goal isn’t just a good marriage; it’s undivided devotion to the Lord. Whether single or married, live today with eternity in view and freedom in your faith.

Is Marriage For Me? Part A

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage isn't a must. And singleness isn't a problem to solve. Pastor Luke walks through 1 Corinthians 7 to help you navigate one of life’s biggest questions with clarity and courage. Before you decide, take off the rose-colored glasses, seek godly counsel, and anchor your heart in eternity. God invites you to choose by faith, not by chasing a feeling or formula.

Is Marriage or Singleness Better, Part B

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Singleness isn’t second-best and marriage isn’t a spiritual upgrade. Pastor Luke continues unpacking 1 Corinthians 7, showing how God's call transcends circumstance, status, and season. Whether married or single, you're called to live fully for Christ where you are. Stay rooted, walk faithfully, and trust God’s good design for your life today.

Is Marriage or Singleness Better, Part A

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Is marriage the ideal, or is singleness just as good in God’s eyes? Pastor Luke Ahrens opens 1 Corinthians 7 to challenge the cultural and even church-rooted assumptions about relationships. You can be free from the pressure to idolize marriage, knowing your worth is anchored in Christ, not your status. Don’t settle for a gift you haven’t been given. Instead, wait on God and live your season of singleness with purpose and faith.

The Way God Wants You to Change Your Husband or Wife, Part B

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:15:00 -0400

God changes hearts through grace, not pressure. In the second half of his message from 1 Peter 3 and Ephesians 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges couples to trust God’s process instead of demanding results. Husbands need to grow in humble, Word-driven leadership, nourished by Christ’s love. Wives need to walk in fearless faith, adorned with the beauty God calls precious. This message calls couples to mutual growth through Gospel-shaped obedience.

The Way God Wants You to Change Your Husband or Wife, Part A

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Real change in marriage begins with Spirit-filled obedience, not force or control. From 1 Peter 3:1–6 and Ephesians 5:25–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God works through the quiet strength of a wife’s faithful conduct and the sacrificial love of a husband who leads like Christ. Husbands need to walk in full obedience to the Word, often through the influence of a godly wife. Wives need to be discipled into their Gospel identity, shaped by a husband’s Christlike leadership. This message reframes how God calls couples to grow each other through grace.

Let’s Go Back To The Beginning, Part B

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God didn’t create marriage to complete us; He gave it as a gift of grace to reflect His glory. In the second half of his message from Genesis 2:18–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how God forms, defines, and blesses the marriage covenant from the very beginning. A faith-filled couple returns to God's creative design, embraces His purposeful difference, and owns His process of lifelong bonding. This call to trust God's original intent is about worshiping the One who makes us whole.

Let’s Go Back To The Beginning, Part A

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God’s design for marriage began with beauty, clarity, and purpose. And it still holds today. Teaching from Genesis 2:18–25, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls couples to return to the Creator’s blueprint with faith and humility. A faith-filled couple returns to God’s creative design, embraces His design of the opposite, and owns His process for bonding to each other. This message cuts through modern confusion and re-centers marriage on God’s original intent.

God Cares Deeply About Marriage, Part B

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

God is not silent about the sacred weight of marriage. He speaks with clarity and urgency. In the second half of his message from Malachi 2:13–16, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to reject faithlessness and embrace covenant loyalty. You must guard your spirit, treasure your spouse, and honor God by living out your vows in faith. This call is and act of worship that reflects the heart of God.

God Cares Deeply About Marriage, Part A

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Marriage is not just a relationship; it's an act of worship before a holy God. Drawing from Malachi 2:13–16, Pastor Luke Ahrens confronts the spiritual weight of faithfulness and the devastating cost of betrayal. You must recognize that marriage is a matter of worship, understand that it matters deeply to God, and ask yourself: am I guarding the spirit of my marriage by faith? This message cuts through cultural confusion and calls believers back to covenant commitment.

Stand For or Stand Under Grace? Part B

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Fruit doesn’t grow by accident; it’s the result of abiding, asking, and obeying. In the conclusion of this message from John 15:7–8, Pastor Luke Ahrens presses us to stay rooted in Christ, where grace flows and transformation happens. True disciples don’t just know the Word, they bear the fruit that proves it. Stand under grace and watch what God will do through you.

Stand For or Stand Under Grace? Part A

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

You can’t bear fruit without abiding. And you can’t abide without surrender. In this stirring message from John 15:7–8, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to give everything for the Treasure, pursue the channels of grace with intention, and relentlessly seek to glorify God through lasting spiritual fruit. Discipleship is proven not by words, but by what overflows from a life rooted in Christ. The question isn’t whether you’re standing--it’s whether you’re standing under grace.

Urgently Seeking With Jesus, Part B

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When Jesus sends, He empowers. The result? Movement, not hesitation. In the second half of this compelling message from Acts 1 and Luke 19, Pastor Luke calls us to embrace our role as bold witnesses, fueled by the Spirit and fixed on eternity. Our mission is clear: glorify God by making disciples in the love and urgency of Christ. Don’t wait: step into the calling with readiness and resolve.

Urgently Seeking With Jesus, Part A

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Jesus isn’t waiting--He’s moving, and He’s calling you to follow with urgency. In this powerful message from Acts 1 and Luke 19, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to live on mission: to glorify God by making disciples with hearts full of love and urgency. A disciple of Jesus doesn’t drift; they witness boldly and seek Him relentlessly. Are you ready? Are you seeking? Do you feel the urgency?

Finding Joy in Serving God, Part B

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When joy fuels your service, ministry becomes a privilege and not a burden. In the second half of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues teaching from 1 Peter 4, Ephesians 4, and Matthew 25, urging believers to embrace their God-given roles with urgency, love, and Spirit-empowered strength. Faithful stewardship isn’t about doing more; it’s about offering all for God’s glory. Are you serving with full engagement and joy, just as Christ intended?

Finding Joy in Serving God, Part A

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how true joy is found not in being served, but in serving God with purpose and passion. Drawing from 1 Peter 4, Ephesians 4, and Matthew 25, he calls believers to live urgently, love deeply, and serve faithfully in the power of the Holy Spirit. A disciple of Jesus works for God joyfully, knowing time is short, love is essential, stewardship is sacred, and all glory belongs to Him. Are you fully engaged in joyful serving for the glory of God?

How to Walk with God, Part B

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Spiritual drift is easy; Walking with God daily takes resolve. In the second half of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges us to keep in step with the Spirit and pursue the presence of God with purpose. Grounded in Genesis 5, Luke 24, and Galatians 5, this message calls disciples to walk intentionally, not occasionally. Walking with God means drawing from His grace every day through His Word, prayer, community, and humility--all for the glory of Christ and the mission of making disciples.

How to Walk with God, Part A

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Walking with God doesn’t happen by accident...it takes intention. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws from Genesis 5, Luke 24, and Galatians 5 to show how walking closely with God is both possible and essential for every disciple. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to glorify God by making disciples who walk with Him daily and deliberately. That means walking by the Spirit and staying connected to the Channels of Grace—God’s Word, prayer, community, and humility.

Thriving In Our Worship, Part B

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second half of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to examine what drives our worship and how it reflects the worth of Christ in our lives. Rooted in Matthew 28, John 4, and Philippians 3, this message calls us to a deeper, more intentional pursuit of God’s glory through every expression of worship. To thrive in our worship, we must live the mission: making disciples who glorify God with hearts fully surrendered to Him.

Thriving In Our Worship, Part A

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Worship is a way of life. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how true worship flows from knowing Jesus, treasuring Him above all, and responding with our whole lives. Drawing from Matthew 28, John 4, and Philippians 3, this message calls us to glorify God by making disciples who worship passionately in spirit and truth. A disciple of Jesus chooses worship, engages in acts of worship, and cultivates a heart that burns for God's glory.

Opening the Channels of Grace, Part B

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second half of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how confidence at the throne of grace leads to real-time help in our deepest need. Building on Hebrews 4:15–16 and 2 Peter 3:18, he challenges us to keep the channels of grace wide open—Word, prayer, community, and humility—so nothing blocks God’s power in our lives. As we pursue more grace, we’re not striving simply for favor, we’re responding to Jesus, our perfect High Priest.

Opening the Channels of Grace, Part A

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Grace isn’t earned; it’s accessed. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to boldly approach the throne of grace and receive the help only Jesus can give. Hebrews 4:15–16 and 2 Peter 3:18 anchor this message of growing in grace and drawing near with confidence. God longs for His people to become a church family with unhindered, overflowing Channels of His Grace through His Word, through prayer, through community, and through humility. We grow by pursuing more grace and deeper knowledge of Jesus, all because of His finished work.

You Know You Are Thriving When… Part B

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Thriving isn't found in striving harder...it’s found in abiding deeper. In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke continues unpacking John 15:1–11, where Jesus defines the abiding life that pleases the Father and produces lasting joy. A thriving believer embraces pruning, lives aware of their nothingness apart from Christ, asks in faith, bears fruit, proves their discipleship, knows they are deeply loved, and walks in Spirit-filled joy. This is the evidence of a life rooted in Jesus.

You Know You Are Thriving When… Part A

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Thriving starts with staying connected to the Vine. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke walks through John 15:1–11, where Jesus gives a clear and compelling picture of what it means to abide in Him. A thriving follower of Jesus embraces pruning, depends on Him in their nothingness, asks boldly, bears fruit, displays proof of discipleship, rests in being loved, and walks in lasting joy. This is the kind of life that glorifies the Father and overflows with purpose.

Thriving As A Church Family, Part B

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Thriving isn't escaping hardship; it’s shining through it. In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke continues in 2 Corinthians 4, reminding us that thriving means anchoring our identity in the glory, gospel, and grace of God--ultimately in God Himself. It’s displayed as we manifest the Treasure through weakness, are transformed by the Spirit, and rejoice in how God multiplies His grace in and through us. This is how a church family flourishes in a broken world: by carrying the life of Jesus into every struggle.

Thriving As A Church Family, Part A

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke takes us into 2 Corinthians 4 to show what real thriving looks like in the life of a church family marked by weakness and grace. Thriving means finding our identity and growing obsession in the glory, gospel, and grace of God, ultimately in God Himself. It’s revealed as we manifest the Treasure through our frailties, are transformed by the Spirit, and celebrate the spread of that Treasure in every corner of life. This kind of thriving doesn’t demand strength but displays Jesus.

Transformed by the Mercy of God, Part B

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke highlights Jesus’ stunning reversal: only the humble sinner walks away justified. Disciples of Jesus see their ongoing, even daily, need for the mercy of God and approach Him with heart-level humility. This message presses us to reflect on how God's mercy and humility shape our worship, fuel our discipleship, and compel us to share Christ. Exalting yourself leads to rejection; humbling yourself leads to transformation.

Transformed by the Mercy of God, Part A

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke walks us into Jesus’ striking parable of two men at prayer: one proud, the other broken, and the unexpected verdict from heaven. Disciples of Jesus see their ongoing, even daily, need for the mercy of God and approach Him with heart-level humility. This message invites deep reflection on how God’s mercy and true humility should reshape your worship rhythms, your discipleship with others, and your boldness in sharing your faith. Pride performs; mercy transforms.

Resilient Faith demonstrated in Relentless Prayer, Part B

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke brings urgent clarity to Jesus’ call for persistent, faith-filled prayer. The parable of the persistent widow isn’t about wearing God down; it’s about proving resilient faith that refuses to give up. Relentless prayer moves heaven, especially when silence tempts us to quit. When the Son of Man returns, He’s looking for those still praying.

Resilient Faith demonstrated in Relentless Prayer, Part A

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke reveals how relentless prayer fuels resilient faith, drawing from Luke 18:1-8’s powerful parable of the persistent widow. Relentless prayer is what Jesus longs to find when He returns, moving the heart and hand of God even when answers seem delayed. This message challenges believers to stand firm in faith through persistent, unwavering prayer that demands justice and trust.

Preparing for the Return of the King, Part B

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The day of the King’s return will not wait for anyone. And it will change everything in an instant. In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges us to live with urgency, clarity, and unshakable hope. We’re reminded to stand firm in faith, stay ready for His unexpected arrival, and boldly share the good news before the final separation comes. When Jesus returns, may He find us awake, obedient, and watching.

Preparing for the Return of the King, Part A

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The return of Jesus won’t be hidden or vague. It will be sudden, stunning, and unmistakable. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us how to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Son of Man. We’re called to stand firm when the world mocks His delay, stay ready in the face of distraction, and share the gospel while there’s still time. The King is coming: let’s be found faithful.

When is the Kingdom of God Coming? Part B

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

The Kingdom of God comes quietly, not with spectacle, but with the presence of the King. In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens invites us to consider how Jesus challenges our assumptions about timing and power. We’re called to entrust our expectations to Him and live with hearts aligned to His reign. When we fix our eyes on Jesus, we begin to see the Kingdom as He intends us to.

When is the Kingdom of God Coming? Part A

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens helps us confront the Pharisees’ question: When is the Kingdom of God coming? Jesus’ answer shifts our focus from signs in the sky to the Savior in our midst. We see how easy it is to be confused about God’s Kingdom when we cling to our own expectations. The real question is whether we’re willing to entrust those expectations to Jesus and fix our attention fully on Him.

A Heart Overflowing with Thanksgiving and Adoration, Part B

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws our attention to the one leper who returned--and what his gratitude reveals about true faith. We witness how the experience of mercy is meant to turn us toward Jesus, not just for healing, but for worship and surrender. When we see Jesus rightly, thanksgiving becomes more than words; it becomes a lifestyle. A heart full of thanksgiving and adoration is the natural overflow of being transformed by Jesus’ mercy.

A Heart Overflowing with Thanksgiving and Adoration, Part A

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens takes us to the edge of a village where ten desperate voices cry out to Jesus for mercy. We see that the need for mercy is one of God’s greatest gifts, opening the door to faith and transformation. As one healed leper returns to praise Jesus, we learn that mercy received should lead us back to Christ in worship. A heart overflowing with thanksgiving and adoration is the natural response to encountering the mercy of Jesus.

Two Distinguishing Features of a High-Impact Disciple, Part B

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

High-impact disciples serve from a place of authentic joy. In the second half of this sermon from Luke 17:5–10, Pastor Luke reminds us that lasting spiritual impact flows from a life of faithful obedience and humble perspective. We learn that God isn’t looking for flashy faith, but for steady, servant-hearted disciples who trust Him and do what He says. When we embrace simple faith and selfless service, we reflect the heart of Jesus and make a real difference for His Kingdom.

Two Distinguishing Features of a High-Impact Disciple, Part A

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Real disciples don’t need more faith; they need to use the faith they already have.

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 17:5–10, Pastor Luke shows us how high-impact disciples live with simple trust in God and serve Him with humble obedience.

We’re called to walk in active faith that moves mountains and to labor diligently for the Lord without demanding recognition.

True impact comes when we see ourselves as servants doing what we were created to do: trusting fully, and serving faithfully.

How Does A Church Deal with Sin?! Part B

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second half of this powerful sermon from Luke 17:1–4, Pastor Luke helps us see that real discipleship means cultivating a heart ready to forgive and a faith strong enough to obey when it’s hard. We learn that obedience isn't about having more faith, but about using the faith we already have to honor Christ in how we confront, forgive, and restore one another. When we deal with sin Jesus’ way, we protect His people, reflect His grace, and build a church that truly bears fruit in keeping with repentance.

How Does A Church Deal with Sin?! Part A

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When Jesus says it would be better to be thrown into the sea with a millstone around your neck than to cause someone to stumble, He's not messing around. In the first part of this sermon from Luke 17:1–4, Pastor Luke challenges us to take sin seriously—especially our own—and to love Jesus and each other enough to deal with it biblically. We’re called to remove faith hazards from others by how we speak and live, walk carefully in our own discipleship, and refuse to let unforgiveness take root in our hearts. This is restoration done in gentleness and bearing each other’s burdens as we follow Christ together.

Four Inclinations in Turning Vertical, Part B

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Every wandering heart matters to God--and He invites us to join Him in the rescue. In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues in James 5:19–20, showing how restoring others is a powerful act of love and obedience. We’re reminded that any of us could be the one in need of restoration, and that pursuing the lost requires both humility and courage. As we participate in God’s redemptive work, we celebrate the joy of seeing a soul saved and sins covered by His grace.

Four Inclinations in Turning Vertical, Part A

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

No one is beyond wandering. And no one is beyond God’s reach. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from James 5:19–20, urging us to take seriously the call to pursue those drifting from the truth. We learn to respond with soberness, humility, and a heart that searches for the lost, knowing we too may need rescue. And when God brings a wanderer home, we rejoice in the grace that covers a multitude of sins.

Healing Prayer, Part B

Fri, 30 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Healing is promised to those who seek God with repentant hearts and believing prayer. In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues in James 5:15–18, challenging us to pray like Elijah: earnestly, persistently, and with confidence in God’s power. We’re reminded that healing comes through confession, community, and the faithful prayers of God’s people. When we pray in faith and walk in righteousness, God works in ways that transform lives.

Healing Prayer, Part A

Thu, 29 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Healing begins when we humble ourselves before God in faith and prayer. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from James 5:15–18, showing how God uses suffering to bring us to repentance, restore our hearts, and remind us of His power. We learn that sin can lead to painful discipline, but God’s purpose is always to turn our hearts back to Him. As we respond with relentless, faith-filled prayer rooted in His Word, we position ourselves to experience true healing.

Call The Elders, Part B

Wed, 28 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Calling the elders is a faith-filled act of obedience that invites God’s power and grace into our suffering. In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues teaching from James 5:14–15, helping us understand how prayer, confession, and community intersect in the healing process. We’re reminded that God not only cares about our physical restoration but also our spiritual renewal and unity in the body of Christ. As we pursue healing God's way, we grow in faith, humility, and connection with His people.

Call The Elders, Part A

Tue, 27 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Calling the elders is a faith-filled act of obedience that invites God’s power and grace into our suffering. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from James 5:14–15, showing how God works through the prayers of spiritual leaders to bring healing, forgiveness, and hope. We learn that calling the elders is a step of obedience, a means of receiving God’s grace, a way of seeking His greater purposes, and a path to praying in line with His will. Through humble dependence, we position ourselves to experience God's presence and power in profound ways.

I Am Content In Suffering, Part B

Mon, 26 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches how we can say with Paul, “I am content with weaknesses” for the sake of Christ. As we continue through 2 Corinthians 12:10, we learn that God meets us in suffering not to abandon us, but to strengthen us. We walk through five ways God uses trials: to grow us, to bless us through healing or resolution, to discipline us, to display His power, and to deepen our relationship with Him. When we embrace our weakness, we discover the surprising strength that comes only through Christ.

I Am Content In Suffering, Part A

Fri, 23 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Contentment and suffering rarely go together--unless Christ is at the center. In the first part of this sermon from 2 Corinthians 12:10, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us how to embrace weakness as the very place God reveals His strength. We begin to understand that trials carry purpose: for our growth, for blessing, for correction, for His power, and ultimately for deeper relationship with Him. True strength comes not from escape but from surrender.

Invitation into Vertical Encounter, Part B

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

When we bring our lives before God, He meets us with healing, hope, and power. In the conclusion of this sermon from James 5:13–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to a lifestyle of vertical dependence through prayer, praise, and spiritual community. We see how God uses both suffering and celebration to draw us near and shape our hearts. A vertical encounter with Him isn’t occasional, it’s the heartbeat of a transformed life.

Invitation into Vertical Encounter, Part A

Wed, 21 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Suffering, joy, sickness—every moment is an open door to meet with God. In the first part of this sermon from James 5:13–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us that life’s circumstances are invitations into a vertical encounter with the Living God. We learn to seek His wisdom in each moment and discover that deep joy flows when we choose to look up instead of around. Turning vertical isn’t just a response, it’s the pathway to grace.

Jesus over Hard Hearts, Part B

Tue, 20 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Religious anger was raging, but Jesus stood firm in truth and love. And He calls us to do the same. In the conclusion of this sermon from Luke 6:1–11, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us to respond to criticism not with defensiveness, but with grace. We complete the five steps to restoring a hard heart by learning to forgive our critics and represent Jesus with compassion and conviction. A soft heart, anchored in Christ, is a powerful witness in a hard world.

Jesus over Hard Hearts, Part A

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon from Luke 6:1–11, Pastor Luke Ahrens confronts the danger of religious pride and the hardness it breeds in our hearts. As Jesus heals on the Sabbath and challenges the Pharisees, we’re called to surrender to His authority and find true rest in Him. We begin learning five steps to restoring a hard heart—starting with yielding to Christ, receiving His restoration, and seeking forgiveness for a critical spirit. Jesus doesn’t just challenge cold religion; He invites us into a life marked by grace, healing, and mercy.

Jesus over Ritualistic Religion, Part B

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon from Luke 5:33–39, Pastor Luke shows how Jesus calls us to embrace the new life He brings, rather than cling to the old forms of religion. We see that Jesus doesn't patch up dead religion; He replaces it entirely. New wine demands new wineskins, and true disciples must be willing to surrender comfort for transformation. Jesus isn’t an addition to our old way of living; He is the beginning of something radically new.

Jesus over Ritualistic Religion, Part A

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 5:33–39, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us how Jesus challenges the emptiness of ritualistic religion with the joy and power of His presence. We learn that while religion elevates customs and traditions, true faith lifts up Christ alone. Religion focuses on outward activity, but Jesus transforms the heart. And where religion invites comparison, Jesus calls us into deep affection for Him.

Jesus over Legalistic Religion, Part B

Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, “Jesus over Legalistic Religion,” Pastor Luke Ahrens contrasts the compassionate call of Jesus with the cold resistance of the Pharisees. He defines legalism as a mindset that trusts in outward performance and self-righteousness rather than God's mercy and grace. Pastor Luke shows how legalism blinds us to our own need for repentance and hardens our hearts toward others. Through Jesus’ response, we’re reminded that true righteousness begins with humility and a deep awareness of our need for the Great Physician.

Jesus over Legalistic Religion, Part A

Tue, 13 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, “Jesus over Legalistic Religion,” we watch Levi leave everything to follow Jesus. Then Levi throws a feast to introduce his friends to the Savior. Through Luke 5:27–32, we’re called to a life of unconditional surrender, unreserved outreach, and uncommon compassion. Jesus doesn’t wait for people to clean themselves up; He moves toward sinners with purpose and grace. As His followers, we’re invited to do the same.

Authority to Forgive My Sins, Part B

Mon, 12 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, “Authority to Forgive My Sins,” Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the deeper implications of Jesus’ healing of the paralyzed man. He shows how this moment forces a decision about Jesus’ identity—He is not just a healer, but the Son of Man with divine authority to forgive sin. Pastor Luke also unpacks how God’s offer of total forgiveness reveals His heart toward us. The sermon closes with a powerful reminder that those who truly experience grace cannot help but glorify God.

Authority to Forgive My Sins, Part A

Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, “Authority to Forgive My Sins,” we witness a paralyzed man lowered through a roof and hear the shocking words from Jesus: “Your sins are forgiven.” As we walk through Luke 5:17–26, we learn that relentless faith draws the grace of God, and revealed grace opens our eyes to who Jesus truly is: the one with authority to forgive sin completely. This grace redefines God’s intentions toward us, offering total forgiveness and welcome. When we truly receive that grace, our only right response is to glorify God with awe and joy.

Authority with Compassion, Part B

Thu, 08 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, “Authority with Compassion,” Pastor Luke reflects on how Jesus not only heals the leper but sends him with purpose, pointing to a deeper spiritual cleansing. As the crowds press in, we see a Savior who meets real need yet retreats to pray—reminding us where true power and communion are found. The Spirit uses both the quiet and the chaos in our lives to help us see Jesus more clearly. And as our understanding grows, so does our desire to follow Him with greater trust and surrender.

Authority with Compassion, Part A

Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, “Authority with Compassion,” we come face-to-face with Jesus’ bold touch of a man full of leprosy—an act that reveals both His unmatched power and tender mercy. Luke 5:12–16 shows us that Jesus doesn’t shy away from our brokenness; He steps into it with healing authority. Whether we’re empty or full, the Spirit uses it all to deepen our understanding of Christ. And the clearer we see Him, the more we’re moved to follow Him with wholehearted devotion.

Divine Interruptions, Part B

Tue, 06 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of “Divine Interruptions,” Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the moment Simon, James, and John leave everything behind to follow Jesus. Luke 5:1–11 shows that when we truly see who Jesus is, we can’t stay where we are. God’s interruptions are not obstacles; they're invitations to something far greater. A clearer vision of Christ always calls us into stronger dedication and surrender.

Divine Interruptions, Part A

Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, “Divine Interruptions,” Pastor Luke Ahrens draws us into the moment Jesus steps into Simon’s empty boat—and completely changes the course of his life. Through Luke 5:1–11, we see how God often uses both our emptiness and our fullness to reveal a deeper understanding of Jesus. As the nets fill and boats begin to sink, the real miracle is what happens in Simon’s heart. The Spirit is always working to lead us into greater clarity about Christ; That clarity calls us to deeper commitment.

Ministry Marked by Authority, Part B

Fri, 02 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

As the crowds press in, Jesus remains unwavering—healing with compassion, praying with intention, and preaching with purpose. In the second half of this sermon from Luke 4:38–44, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus’ ministry was never random or reactive, but marked by clarity and conviction. His authority wasn’t just in His miracles; it was in His mission. True impact comes when we follow Him with that same focus.

Ministry Marked by Authority, Part A

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:38–44, Jesus moves from the synagogue to the streets, bringing healing, freedom, and purpose wherever He goes. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights four marks of Jesus’ ministry—personal, powerful, prayerful, and purposeful—that still shape how He works today. Whether confronting sickness or seeking solitude with the Father, Jesus stays focused on His mission. This is the kind of authority that transforms lives and refuses to be confined.

Finding Freedom through Jesus’ Authority, Part B

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

As the crowd watches in awe, Jesus silences the demonic and sets a captive free with a single word. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:31–37, Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes that Christ’s authority is not only real—it’s redemptive. Jesus breaks through spiritual darkness to bring healing, truth, and lasting freedom. When we trust His authority, we discover the freedom our souls were made for.

Finding Freedom through Jesus’ Authority, Part A

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:31–37, Jesus enters the synagogue and confronts darkness with unmistakable authority and power. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus delivers us from religious confusion into the truth of the Good News, and from spiritual oppression into healing and freedom. His word doesn’t just teach, it commands, liberates and restores. Freedom is found not in striving, but in submitting to the authority of Christ.

The Lord’s Favor Is Here! Part B

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

As the message of grace confronts hardened expectations, the crowd in Nazareth turns from admiration to rage. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:14–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus remained resolute in God’s will, even when met with rejection and danger. The invitation of grace still stands—but it demands a response. We are called to receive God’s favor by faith, not on our terms, but on His.

The Lord’s Favor Is Here! Part A

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:14–30, Jesus stands in His hometown synagogue and boldly declares that the long-awaited favor of the Lord has arrived. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus refused to be sidetracked—whether by praise, pressure, or hostility—and remained fully committed to God’s mission. Jesus unveiled a season of grace for all who would receive it, but not everyone welcomed the message. We will either embrace this grace by faith or reject it in unbelief.

Prepared To Live With Authority, Part B

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

As the confrontation in the wilderness reaches its conclusion, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus defeats every temptation by standing firmly in God’s truth. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:1–13, we’re called to live with the same Spirit-empowered clarity and conviction. Will we walk in trust-driven authority or settle for the illusion of control? Real authority begins where surrender to God is complete.

Prepared To Live With Authority, Part A

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:1–13, Jesus faces the enemy not with spectacle or power, but with Spirit-filled obedience and the Word of God. Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to consider whether we will live under God-centered authority or with self-centered ambition, whether our worship will be empowered by the cross or empty of its power, and whether our trust will be grounded in faith or consumed by fear. This message calls us to reject the shortcuts of the enemy and embrace the path of true spiritual authority.

God Keeps His Promises, Part B

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues exploring the rich genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3:23–38, moving from a list of names to a profound declaration of identity and purpose. Tracing Jesus' line all the way back to Adam—and ultimately to God Himself—Luke reminds us that Jesus isn’t just the culmination of a promise to Abraham or David, but the answer to the hopes of all humanity. In Jesus, the true Son of God, we see both divine origin and human connection. Pastor Luke highlights how this lineage affirms God’s unwavering commitment to redeem creation, and how every generation, every name, every step, was part of His sovereign plan. God keeps His promises, not only to individuals but to the world.

God Keeps His Promises, Part A

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens takes us through the genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3:23–38, revealing a powerful thread of God’s faithfulness from Adam to Christ. Every name tells a story of promise, patience, and providence, culminating in the arrival of the true Son of God. Pastor Luke reminds us that God's promises never fail and that Jesus stands as the fulfillment of every one.

Majesty Unveiled, Part B

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to reflect on the powerful scene of Jesus’ baptism in Luke 3:21–22, drawing out its deep significance for our faith today. As the Father’s voice thunders His love and approval, we are reminded of the unshakable identity and authority of Christ. Pastor Luke calls us to respond with worship, obedience, and a renewed confidence in the One who stands both fully God and fully man.

Majesty Unveiled, Part A

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:23:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens draws us into the stunning moment of Jesus’ baptism, where heaven opens and the majesty of the Trinity is unveiled. As Jesus stands in humble obedience, the Spirit descends and the Father declares His pleasure. Pastor Luke helps us see how this sacred scene affirms Christ’s identity and launches His public mission with divine power and purpose.

The Consummate Messenger, Part B

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues through Luke 3:15–20, focusing on John the Baptist’s unwavering commitment to truth, even in the face of personal loss. As John confronts sin boldly and exalts Christ faithfully, Pastor Luke calls the church to a Gospel Advance marked by unity, prayer, disciple-making, and lives transformed by the message of Jesus. This is the witness of the consummate messenger—and the calling for every believer.

The Consummate Messenger, Part A

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights John the Baptist’s powerful clarity in pointing people away from himself and toward the coming Christ. Preaching with conviction and humility, John declares the greatness of Jesus and the refining work He alone can do. Pastor Luke challenges us to embrace the same posture—lifting high Christ, proclaiming truth with courage, and preparing our hearts for Gospel Advance.

Turning My Heart Toward The Lord, Part B

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke continues through Luke 3:1–14, focusing on the personal and practical nature of true repentance. As the crowds ask, “What then shall we do?” John’s answers cut through pretense and call for real-life change. Pastor Luke presses into the heart of that same question today—urging believers to align their lives with the transforming power of God’s Word.

Turning My Heart Toward The Lord, Part A

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens opens Luke 3:1–14 with a powerful look at John the Baptist’s bold call to repentance. Set against a backdrop of political and religious power, God’s Word breaks through the wilderness with urgency and grace. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to prepare their hearts for the Lord by turning from empty religion and embracing genuine, fruit-bearing repentance.

A New Journey in The Gospel of Luke, Part B

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke continues unpacking Luke 1:1–4, focusing on the deep assurance God offers through His revealed Word. He highlights how Luke’s careful account strengthens our confidence in the truth of the gospel. With pastoral insight, Pastor Luke challenges listeners to anchor their faith in the reliability of Scripture and the faithfulness of God.

A New Journey in The Gospel of Luke, Part A

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens invites listeners into the rich beginnings of the Gospel of Luke, highlighting the intentionality and trustworthiness of God’s Word. Drawing from Luke 1:1–4, he emphasizes the value of an “orderly account” and the certainty it brings to our faith. This message marks the beginning of a powerful journey through Luke’s Gospel, rooted in eyewitness testimony and divine purpose.

Relentless Gospel Advance, Part B

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to highlight how gospel advance is both a supernatural work of God and a calling for His people. Acts 6:7 shows that when the church removes distractions, pursues unity, and prioritizes prayer, the result is a wave of disciple-making that exalts Christ. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether we’re creating space in our lives and church for that kind of movement. The gospel is relentless—and it’s meant to move through us.

Relentless Gospel Advance, Part A

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the power of Acts 6:7, where the gospel continues to move forward—unstoppable and life-changing. As the early church renewed unity, resolved conflict, and stayed devoted to prayer, the Word of God spread and disciples multiplied. Pastor Luke reminds us that gospel advance isn’t accidental; it flows from a church committed to Christ and free from distraction. When the message of Jesus takes root, it transforms both the church and the world around it.

Devoted to Ministry, Part B

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unfold the powerful impact of a church devoted to ministry, as seen in Acts 6:4–7. The apostles’ focus on prayer and the Word resulted in a thriving, Spirit-led movement, with the Word of God multiplying and new disciples added daily. Pastor Luke challenges us to reflect on how our own devotion to Christ-centered ministry can lead to growth in our lives and the church. When we share in the mission of Christ, we participate in His work of transforming lives and advancing the Kingdom.

Devoted to Ministry, Part A

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the importance of every believer's calling to serve in the local church, as seen in Acts 6:4–7. Through the example of the apostles, we learn that devotion to prayer and the ministry of the Word fuels joy in service to Christ, fellow believers, and those yet to know Him. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider how our personal and corporate commitment to Christ-centered ministry shapes both our church's identity and its impact on the world. True ministry flows from a heart fully devoted to God’s mission.

Spirit-filled Living, Part B

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking what it means to live a life filled with the Holy Spirit, as seen in the example of Stephen. Spirit-filled living isn’t just about inner transformation—it’s meant to overflow into bold faith, wisdom, and visible impact. Pastor Luke calls us to seek both the reliable fruit and the surprising movements of the Spirit in our daily walk. When the Holy Spirit is active in us, others will notice—and Christ will be glorified.

Spirit-filled Living, Part A

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens turns to Acts 6 to highlight what set Stephen and the early leaders apart: lives marked by the unmistakable presence of the Holy Spirit. Spirit-filled living isn’t reserved for a few—it’s available to every believer and meant to shape both character and calling. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether others can genuinely see the Spirit’s activity in our lives. The filling of the Spirit brings both steady fruit and surprising power—do you carry a reputation for it?

Shared Mission Driving Shared Ministry, Part B

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how the early church’s commitment to a shared mission led to a powerful multiplication of ministry and disciples. Acts 6:1–7 reveals that when the body of Christ functions in unity—each person owning the mission and stepping into their role—God’s Word advances and lives are transformed. Pastor Luke invites us to evaluate how we’re engaging in Christ’s work, not just occasionally, but consistently. Ministry isn’t just for a few—it’s a shared calling for every follower of Jesus.

Shared Mission Driving Shared Ministry, Part A

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through Acts 6:1–7, where a moment of church tension becomes a turning point for gospel growth. As needs arise and roles are redefined, the early church stays anchored in its mission while expanding its ministry. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether we’ve personally owned Christ’s mission and are actively sharing in His work each week. Missional ministry can be traded, juggled, or neglected; but it’s meant to be shared.

Healthy Conflict Resolution, Part B

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking Acts 6, highlighting how the apostles wisely navigated conflict without losing sight of their calling. Rather than avoiding the issue, they addressed it with Spirit-led clarity, raising up new leaders and strengthening the church. Pastor Luke challenges us to see conflict not as a threat, but as a God-given opportunity to grow in faith, unity, and service. When handled with love and truth, even church problems can lead to powerful ministry breakthroughs.

Healthy Conflict Resolution, Part A

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens turns to Acts 6:1–2 to show how early church conflict became a catalyst for deeper growth and gospel-centered ministry. When disappointment surfaces in the body of Christ, it's not a detour—it’s a defining moment. Pastor Luke reminds us that while the church may let us down, Jesus never does, and He often allows tension to test hearts and open doors for greater fruitfulness. How we respond to problems reveals not just our priorities, but our love for Christ and His church.

When God Takes Broken and Makes Beautiful, Part B

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings to light the far-reaching impact of God’s redemptive work in Ruth’s story, culminating in the birth of Obed—the grandfather of King David. What begins with personal restoration for Naomi becomes a generational blessing that points directly to Jesus. Pastor Luke unpacks how God’s faithfulness not only heals individual wounds but secures an eternal gospel legacy. This is the beauty God creates when He takes what’s broken and makes it whole.

When God Takes Broken and Makes Beautiful, Part A

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through Ruth 4:13–22, where sorrow gives way to joy and God’s quiet providence brings beauty out of brokenness. Through the story of Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi, we witness the Lord restoring what was lost and weaving redemption into every thread of their lives. Pastor Luke shows how God shapes our brokenness into a beautiful mosaic of restored life, covenantal love, and gospel legacy. This message reminds us that no part of our story is beyond God’s power to redeem.

What It Means To Be Redeemed, Part B

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this second part of the sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to illuminate the depth of Boaz’s redemptive act and how it foreshadows Christ’s ultimate sacrifice for us. As Boaz’s marriage to Ruth secures her future, Pastor Luke draws a parallel to how Jesus, our Redeemer, has secured our eternal inheritance through His death and resurrection. This message challenges us to reflect on the immense love and grace that defines our redemption, reminding us that in Christ, we are promised restoration, hope, and a place in God’s family.

What It Means To Be Redeemed, Part A

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the powerful act of redemption shown in Ruth 4:1-12, where Boaz steps in to restore both land and legacy for Naomi and Ruth. Through this act, Boaz gives Ruth a selfless advocate, a beloved identity, and a future filled with blessing. Pastor Luke highlights how, just as Boaz redeemed Ruth, Jesus offers us a similar redemption, transforming our lives with His sacrificial love. This episode reminds us that, in Christ, we are no longer defined by brokenness or curse, but by His grace and promise.

The Way to Pursue Wholeness, Part B

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his reflection on Ruth 3, focusing on the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan through Boaz’s actions. He challenges us to remain patient and faithful, even when the outcome is uncertain, trusting that God will bring about wholeness in His perfect timing. Pastor Luke further reveals how our obedience and trust in God can open doors to blessings we never imagined, reminding us that God’s work is often bigger than we can see or control.

The Way to Pursue Wholeness, Part A

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a powerful message from Ruth 3:1-18, guiding us to pursue wholeness by trusting in God’s perfect timing. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating a life marked by noble character, taking bold, God-honoring risks, and allowing God to work in areas beyond our control. With practical wisdom and deep faith, Pastor Luke encourages us to trust the process and rely on God’s sovereignty in our journey toward restoration.

Detecting the Unseen, Gracious Hand of God, Part B

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to reveal how God’s providence shapes Ruth and Naomi’s journey in ways they could never have predicted. As Ruth continues to find favor with Boaz, God’s plan of redemption becomes clearer, showing how even small acts of obedience and trust can open the door to divine blessings. Pastor Luke emphasizes that God is always working behind the scenes, using unexpected people and circumstances to fulfill His redemptive purposes. In the midst of uncertainty, Ruth’s faithfulness serves as a powerful reminder that God’s grace often arrives when we least expect it, bringing hope and transformation.

Detecting the Unseen, Gracious Hand of God, Part A

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the unseen, gracious hand of God at work in Ruth 2:1-23, as Ruth steps into God’s providence with courage and humility. Though God’s actions are often hidden, He guides with unseen direction, offering unexpected belonging, timely encouragement, and undeserved favor through Boaz. Pastor Luke reminds us that even in ordinary moments, God is weaving threads of hope into our lives, redeeming us in ways we may not initially recognize. In the end, it’s a powerful reminder that God’s plans unfold with perfect timing and unanticipated grace.

How To Misinterpret God’s Purposes For Your Life, Part B

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack Naomi's story, focusing on the surprising way God begins to unfold His redemptive plan through her circumstances. Despite Naomi’s bitterness and her belief that God has turned against her, we see how Ruth’s loyalty and faithfulness become a crucial part of God’s greater purpose. Pastor Luke highlights how God’s plans often unfold in unexpected ways, using people and situations Naomi never could have anticipated. Even when we can’t see the full picture, God is at work, inviting us to trust Him and remain faithful, knowing that His redemptive purposes are always more than we could imagine.

How To Misinterpret God’s Purposes For Your Life, Part A

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Naomi’s painful misinterpretation of God’s purposes in her life, based on Ruth 1:6-22. Naomi’s bitterness and feelings of abandonment cause her to make premature judgments about God’s plan, focusing on her circumstances rather than His character. Pastor Luke reminds us that faith involves trusting God’s redemptive timing, even when prayers remain unanswered and we feel isolated. True faith is rooted in God’s character, not our own limited understanding of the situation.

Where is God in all this Mess? Part B

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack Naomi's story, focusing on the surprising ways God works in the midst of our pain. Though Naomi feels forsaken, God's providence is quietly at work behind the scenes, bringing redemption through the most unlikely people and circumstances. Pastor Luke reminds us that even when we can't see God's plan, His presence is always with us, weaving hope into the brokenness and leading us toward restoration. No matter how dark the journey may seem, God is faithful to bring light out of our deepest despair.

Where is God in all this Mess? Part A

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the profound challenges faced by Naomi in Ruth 1:1-5, 11-13, as she grapples with loss, despair, and a deep sense of abandonment by God. Life, for Naomi, spirals from bad to worse, leading her to question God's presence in the midst of her suffering. Brokenness can often lead to hopelessness, leaving us feeling bitter toward God. Yet, Pastor Luke brings encouragement by reminding us that brokenness is never the final chapter in God’s story—there is always more to the narrative, even when we can't see it.

Seize This Moment in Mutual Ministry, Part B

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge believers to embrace their calling in mutual ministry, diving deeper into how each of us can effectively use our God-given gifts to build up the body of Christ. With a focus on faithfulness and strength, he highlights the importance of serving with humility, ensuring that all we do brings glory to God. As we live out our roles within the community, Pastor Luke reminds us that our ultimate joy and purpose are found in glorifying God through every act of service and love.

Seize This Moment in Mutual Ministry, Part A

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges believers to seize the moment for mutual ministry, highlighting the urgency of living with focused prayer, forgiving love, and a heart of gratitude. He emphasizes the call to use our unique gifts to serve others, reflecting God’s grace in all we do. With a relentless focus on bringing glory to God, Pastor Luke inspires us to minister with joy and purpose, creating a community that honors Christ through selfless service.

Seize This Moment with a Willing Heart, Part B

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge us to embrace God’s call to join Him in His eternal work. He emphasizes how, through the Holy Spirit, God equips and empowers us to use our unique gifts and talents for His kingdom. Pastor Luke encourages us to live with a heart of generosity and willingness, trusting that as we faithfully contribute to God’s purposes, He will use our efforts to bring about eternal blessing and fulfillment.

Seize This Moment with a Willing Heart, Part A

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages us to seize the moment with a willing heart, reflecting on the way God invited His people to partner with Him in the building of the tabernacle. He highlights how God redeems our struggles and uses us as instruments of His eternal work, filling us with His Spirit and empowering us to be a blessing. Pastor Luke calls believers to recognize God's provision through the generous and willing hearts of His people, inviting us to join in His grand purposes with readiness and joy.

Seize This Moment with Urgency and Anticipation! Part B

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to emphasize the urgency and anticipation we should have in stewarding all that God has entrusted to us. He reminds us that living with faithful obedience now, in light of Christ’s return, is key to experiencing eternal joy. Pastor Luke challenges us to evaluate how we’re using our time, talents, and resources, urging us to invest in God’s kingdom with a sense of responsibility and a deep desire to hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Seize This Moment with Urgency and Anticipation! Part A

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to seize the moment with urgency and anticipation, drawing from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. He calls listeners to recognize what God has entrusted to them, how they can respond with faithful stewardship, and the certainty of Christ's return and our personal accounting. Pastor Luke encourages us to live with a sense of urgency now, so we can experience the joy of unlimited reward when we stand before God.

Seize This Moment in Prayer! Part B

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge us to respond to Jesus’ call for laborers in the harvest. He underscores the power of prayer in aligning our hearts with God’s mission and how it moves us from passive concern to active participation. Pastor Luke encourages us to take the next step in faith, becoming the laborers we’ve prayed for, and to eagerly join in the work of sharing the gospel and meeting the needs of the lost with urgency and compassion.

Seize This Moment in Prayer! Part A

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to seize the moment in prayer, drawing from Matthew 9:35-38. He emphasizes the importance of praying earnestly for laborers in the harvest, just as Jesus was moved with compassion for the lost. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to pray over the next 21 days, asking God to stir our hearts with a deep compassion for the lost, to feel the need for activated workers, and to fervently implore God to send out motivated laborers into His harvest.

The Power of Small Moments, Part B

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this message, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to highlight the profound impact of small moments in Philippians 4:21-23. He reflects on how small acts of kindness and brief exchanges can strengthen the body of Christ, fostering unity and deepening relationships. Pastor Luke encourages believers to recognize the eternal significance of even the simplest interactions, reminding us that every gesture, word, and connection can be a powerful expression of God's grace and love, ultimately pointing others to Christ.

The Power of Small Moments, Part A

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the power of small moments in Philippians 4:21-23, showing how seemingly insignificant greetings and connections can have a profound impact. He emphasizes that small greetings can lead to big reconciliation, small connections can bring big encouragement, and small conclusions can spark big beginnings. Pastor Luke reminds us that even small sentences, like the Apostle Paul’s closing words, can carry immense theological hope and remind us of the grace of Christ.

The Life-changing Impact of Gospel Partnership, Part B

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the transformative power of gospel partnership from Philippians 4:14-20. He emphasizes the role of God’s provision in partnership, reminding us that when we invest in the work of the gospel, God faithfully supplies all our needs. Pastor Luke encourages believers to view their contributions as fragrant offerings that bring glory to God, and challenges us to cultivate a heart that continually seeks the advancement of His kingdom through sacrificial partnership.

The Life-changing Impact of Gospel Partnership, Part A

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the life-changing impact of gospel partnership from Philippians 4:14-20. He shows how true gospel partnership thrives through gratitude, sharing in each other’s struggles, staying focused on Christ’s mission, and a passion for both giving and receiving. Pastor Luke challenges us to persevere in relational love, desire God’s best for one another, and inspire each other to bring glory to God through our shared efforts in the gospel.

The Secret of Contentment, Part B

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the secret of contentment from Philippians 4:10-13, focusing on how to live with peace and joy regardless of life’s ups and downs. He challenges listeners to cultivate a mindset of dependence on Christ, trusting that His strength equips us for every situation. Pastor Luke encourages us to move beyond self-reliance, embracing Christ’s power to face both abundance and hardship, leading to a deeper, more fulfilling contentment in Him.

The Secret of Contentment, Part A

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a two-part exploration of Philippians 4:10-13, uncovering the secret of true contentment. He highlights how contentment is a learned process, empowered by Christ, and rooted in active dependence on His strength through all circumstances. Pastor Luke reveals that the key to contentment is embracing Christ's power to navigate both abundance and need, which ultimately leads to greater joy in Him.

The Path To Victory Over Anxiety, Part B

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this powerful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to guide us through Philippians 4:6-9, showing how to maintain victory over anxiety by focusing on what is true, honorable, pure, and lovely. He highlights how shifting our thoughts to God’s promises and practicing biblical principles can transform our mindset and actions. Pastor Luke challenges us to not only trust in God’s peace but to actively cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude, faith, and obedience, knowing that the God of peace will be with us every step of the way.

The Path To Victory Over Anxiety, Part A

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Begin a transformative journey through Philippians 4:6-9 which offers a powerful strategy for overcoming anxiety. This message outlines how to conquer the energy of anxiety through prayer, the lies of anxiety through biblical truth, and the destructive behaviors of anxiety through faith-filled action. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to rest in the peace of God, guarding our hearts and minds, and to rejoice in His constant presence and supernatural peace in Christ.

How do I get along with these crazy people?! Part B

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this impactful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to guide us through Philippians 4:1-5, showing how to navigate conflicts and build stronger relationships in the body of Christ. He emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the Lord, not just individually but together, by leaning into Christ’s peace, prayer, and trust in God's provision. With practical insights, Pastor Luke challenges us to be agents of reconciliation and unity, fully embodying the character of Christ in our interactions with others.

How do I get along with these crazy people?! Part A

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens tackles the challenge of getting along with 'difficult people' through the lens of Philippians 4:1-5. Drawing from Paul’s encouragement to the church in Philippi, he urges believers to stand firm in Christ by embracing a Christ-is-coming perspective, cultivating Christ-like affection, offering Christ-centered help, celebrating Christ-saturated joy, and embodying Christ-imitating gentleness and humility. Join Pastor Luke as he inspires us to live out uncommon community with grace and unity, reflecting the love and peace of Christ.

Press On! Part B

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this second part of Press On!, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his message from Philippians 3:12-21, urging believers to stay steadfast in their pursuit of Christ. He calls us to deepen our commitment to the heavenly goal, avoiding the pull of earthly distractions and false teachings. With Christ as our ultimate example, we are reminded of the power He gives to transform us and how we are called to live with an eternal perspective. Pastor Luke challenges us to press on, knowing that our future in Christ is secure and that He will bring us to completion.

Press On! Part A

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this first part sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages believers to press on in their faith, drawing from Philippians 3:12-21. He challenges us to forget the past and pursue the prize of our heavenly calling, even when others falter. With eyes fixed on Christ, we are reminded of our true citizenship and the transformation that awaits us in Him. Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of pressing on by taking hold of the prize, staying focused on Christ, and remaining faithful despite the world’s distractions.

Full of Joy in Christ, Part B

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this continuation, we dive deeper into the call to press on toward the ultimate goal—knowing Christ and being transformed by Him. With a focus on Philippians 3:12-21, Pastor Luke encourages believers to live with a mindset that eagerly anticipates Christ’s return, leaving behind past failures and striving toward the heavenly prize. True joy is found in actively pursuing Christ, remaining steadfast in faith, and setting our eyes on the eternal transformation that awaits us.

Full of Joy in Christ, Part A

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes the futility of striving for salvation through human effort or status, urging believers to find joy in Christ alone. He highlights the three-fold path to rejoicing in Christ: celebrating our righteousness in Him (Justification), longing to be like Him (Sanctification), and desiring to be with Him (Glorification). Through Philippians 3:1-11, we are reminded that true joy is found not in earthly accomplishments, but in knowing Christ and the surpassing worth of His resurrection.

Is Your Ministry Successful? Part B

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his reflection on Philippians 2:19-30, challenging listeners to consider the cost of true ministry. He highlights that successful ministry is not only about pursuing the interests of Christ, but also about being willing to risk everything for His cause, just as Epaphroditus did. Pastor Luke reminds us that faithfulness in ministry often involves sacrifice and perseverance, with our ultimate joy and reward found in serving Christ with integrity and wholehearted devotion. Success, he shows, is defined by a life fully surrendered to the work of the gospel.

Is Your Ministry Successful? Part A

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to evaluate what makes ministry truly successful. Drawing from Philippians 2:19-30, he unpacks how a successful ministry is centered on pursuing the interests of Christ, demonstrating His love, unity, and mission, while also embracing the risks that come with serving Him. Pastor Luke emphasizes that success in ministry is not about comfort, but about sacrifice, loyalty, and a deep commitment to the work of the gospel. Ultimately, the heart of ministry is not about personal gain, but about following Christ’s example and advancing His kingdom.

Does Your Salvation Work? Part B

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to dive into the practical implications of working out our salvation, focusing on humility and sacrifice in the Christian walk. Through Philippians 2:19-30, he highlights the examples of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus, who lived out selfless service with joy for God’s glory. Pastor Luke calls believers to embrace a life of humility and obedience, reflecting Christ’s example and shining brightly in a world in need of hope.

Does Your Salvation Work? Part A

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to reflect on the seriousness of our salvation and how it should shape our lives. Drawing from Philippians 2:12-18, he encourages believers to work out their salvation in awe of God, by faith in God, and with joy from God. With a focus on obedience and shining as lights in a crooked world, Pastor Luke reminds us that true salvation brings transformation and a deep, ongoing relationship with Christ.

The Revolutionary Mindshift in Jesus, Part B

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the implications of Philippians 2:5-11, revealing how the mind of Christ reshapes our daily lives. He shows that radical obedience to God leads to true freedom, while radical servanthood transforms our relationships and our perspective on power. By following Jesus’ path of self-emptying and humble service, we discover the path to ultimate joy, fulfillment, and eternal exaltation in Him.

The Revolutionary Mindshift in Jesus, Part A

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In "The Revolutionary Mindshift in Jesus," Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound transformation that comes from embracing Christ’s example in Philippians 2:5-11. He highlights how radical emptying frees you to serve others and frees you from grasping, while radical humility enables obedience to God and delivers you from a life of hedging. As we reflect on Jesus' ultimate humility and exaltation, we are reminded that radical exaltation fuels us to worship Jesus and find our true identity, purpose, and joy in Him.

The High Calling of a Citizen of Heaven, Part B

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the profound implications of living as a citizen of God's Kingdom, drawing from Philippians 2:5-11. He challenges believers to follow Christ’s ultimate example of humility, obedience, and sacrifice, demonstrating how this heavenly mindset shapes our daily lives and relationships. Pastor Luke emphasizes that true citizenship is not only marked by a transformed heart but also by a life that actively reflects the character and mission of Christ, with the promise of future glory and divine honor awaiting all who faithfully endure.

The High Calling of a Citizen of Heaven, Part A

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens delves into the high calling of heavenly citizenship, rooted in Philippians 1:27 - 2:4. He reveals how our present conduct as citizens of heaven reflects the authenticity of our faith, demonstrates the ideals of God’s Kingdom, and anticipates the return of the King. Through three key aspects—gospel participation, gospel suffering, and gospel maturity—Pastor Luke highlights the privileges and responsibilities of being a citizen of heaven, from eternal rewards to the blessings of humility and divine treasures.

Christ-Centered Living in 3 Defining Passions, Part B

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Picking back up in Philippians 1:27-30, this message urges believers to live lives worthy of the gospel, marked by courage and steadfast faith--a challenge to stand firm in the face of opposition, to be united in spirit, and to boldly advance the message of Christ. As Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of suffering for the sake of the gospel, he reminds us that our greatest joy comes from seeing others grow in faith and glorify God. This is a calling for Christians to live with unwavering commitment, no matter the cost.

Christ-Centered Living in 3 Defining Passions, Part A

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to a life fully surrendered to Christ in this powerful message from Philippians 1:18-26. He challenges us to honor Christ with every part of our earthly existence, to deepen our desire for His presence, and to live in such a way that others are inspired to glorify Him. With a heart of prayer and faith, Pastor Luke paints a vision of living with eternal purpose, embracing both life and death as opportunities to bring glory to God. This sermon stirs the soul to a Christ-centered passion that shapes every moment.

Why We Rejoice, Part B

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens dives deeper into the implications of Philippians 1:19-30, focusing on how our response to suffering and hardship reflects our trust in God’s plan. He underscores the peace that comes from knowing our lives are in God's hands, and how our willingness to live for Christ, even in difficult circumstances, brings glory to Him. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to consider how their own lives can advance the gospel, living boldly and faithfully, no matter the cost. Ultimately, he encourages believers to rejoice in the privilege of sharing in Christ's work.

Why We Rejoice, Part A

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Philippians 1:12-18, highlighting the joy that comes from God’s sovereignty in all circumstances. He emphasizes how God can turn even difficult situations into opportunities for advancing the gospel, using imperfect people with mixed motives to proclaim Christ. Pastor Luke also celebrates the gift of loving, sincere partners in ministry and God's unwavering commitment to spreading the message of Christ. In the end, despite challenges and opposition, God’s ultimate purpose is always fulfilled.

Be encouraged—God is at work in you, Part B

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part, Pastor Luke Ahrens builds on Philippians 1:3-11 to remind listeners that God's work in them is ongoing and steadfast. He highlights that God's work is sustained by prayer, shaped by love, and ultimately leads to righteousness and the glory of Christ. Paul’s confidence in God's faithfulness encourages believers to live in light of the coming Day of Christ, as they grow in love and knowledge. This episode reinforces the hope and assurance that God's transforming work will never be abandoned.

Be encouraged—God is at work in you, Part A

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages believers with the truth that God is at work in them, using Philippians 1:3-11 as the foundation. He emphasizes that God’s work is accelerated through prayer, driven by affection, focused on the return of Christ, and empowered by Christ Himself. With joy and love, Paul’s message to the Philippians reminds us that God will complete the good work He began in us. This episode inspires believers to trust that God's faithful work in their lives will come to fruition.

Alive In Christ, Part B

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to reflect on Philippians 1:1-6, further exploring the theme of being "Alive in Christ" and its profound impact on our lives. He challenges us to embrace the work God is doing in us, trusting that He is faithful to complete it. Through our partnership in the gospel, we are called to live with joy, confidence, and a deep gratitude for the work God is doing both in and through us as His people. This message encourages believers to press on in faith, knowing that God’s promises are sure.

Alive In Christ, Part A

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens delves into Philippians 1:1-6, highlighting the powerful truth that being "Alive in Christ" transforms every aspect of our lives. Pastor Ahrens emphasizes how our identity, reality, and mindset are shaped by our relationship with Jesus—finding our true identity in Him, living in the reality of our salvation, and cultivating joy and thanksgiving for fellow believers. With a focus on God's faithfulness, this episode reminds us that the good work God starts in us will be brought to completion.

The Way Scripture Changes People, Part B

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his study of 2 Timothy 3:16-17, focusing on the practical ways Scripture equips believers for every good work. He highlights how God uses His Word to refine our character, guide our decisions, and align us with His will. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to commit to applying Scripture daily, embracing its transformative power in every aspect of life. This episode deepens the challenge to let God’s Word fully shape our thoughts, actions, and relationships.

The Way Scripture Changes People, Part A

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks 2 Timothy 3:16-17, highlighting how Scripture is God-breathed and essential for transformation and equipping in the life of a believer. He examines how Scripture is sufficient to change our beliefs and behavior, addressing where we need this transformation and how God uses His Word to shape us. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to consider if they will pursue God's transformation in every area of their life. This episode sets the stage for a deep dive into the powerful impact of Scripture.

How Did The Bible Get To Us? Part B

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon series, Pastor Luke Ahrens delves deeper into the significance of our responsibility to engage with the Bible today. Building on the history of its preservation, Pastor Luke explores how the Bible's availability in multiple languages has made it accessible to believers worldwide. He highlights the ongoing role of the Holy Spirit in illuminating Scripture, helping us understand its truths, and empowering us to live it out. This episode encourages believers to not only value the Bible’s history but to embrace its transformative power in their own lives, fulfilling the command to study, apply, and teach God's Word.

How Did The Bible Get To Us? Part A

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this first part of a two-part sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens explores the history of how the Bible was preserved and transmitted to us, highlighting key moments in its journey through history. From Moses writing the Law to Ezra's post-exilic reformation, and from the confirmation of Hebrew Scriptures by Jesus to the work of translators like Jerome and Tyndale, Pastor Ahrens illuminates how Scripture has been faithfully preserved. The episode also covers the role of textual criticism in restoring the Bible to its original form and emphasizes the theological importance of studying, applying, and teaching the Word of God. Ultimately, this episode calls believers to reflect on the importance of engaging with Scripture in our daily lives, just as Ezra was committed to studying and teaching it.

Biblical Inerrancy Empowers A Robust Faith, Part B

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens further unpacks the power of biblical inerrancy and its role in strengthening our faith. By reflecting on the consequences of Eve's choice in the Garden of Eden, he highlights how questioning God's Word leads to spiritual breakdown. Pastor ALuke challenges us to build a faith grounded in a deep trust in Scripture, encouraging believers to seek God with both heart and mind for a faith that endures and thrives. A robust faith comes from a firm foundation in the truth of God's Word.

Biblical Inerrancy Empowers A Robust Faith, Part A

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes the importance of biblical inerrancy, asserting that Scripture is entirely truthful in its original manuscripts. Using Genesis 3:1-7 and Matthew 22:37, he challenges listeners to address alleged errors in the Bible and confront the consequences of a low view of Scripture. Pastor Luke also argues that a robust faith is built on a thinking faith, which requires loving God with our heart, soul, and mind. A high view of Scripture leads to a deeper, more transformative relationship with God.

How To Find Spiritual Clarity and Confidence, Part B

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this powerful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens further examines how embracing biblical authority transforms our spiritual walk. By fully submitting to the word of God, believers gain the clarity and confidence needed to face life’s obstacles with unwavering faith. Pastor Ahrens also warns about the subtle ways that worldly influences can undermine biblical authority, leaving believers vulnerable. Ultimately, it is through a deep commitment to God’s truth that we find the strength to stand firm in our faith.

How To Find Spiritual Clarity and Confidence, Part A

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens dives into the importance of embracing biblical authority for spiritual clarity and confidence, drawing from Matthew 7:28-29 and Matthew 4:4. Jesus is revealed as the center of all biblical authority, and understanding this truth helps believers navigate life's challenges with certainty. However, the sermon also highlights the enemies that challenge this authority, leading to confusion and doubt. Ultimately, embracing God’s word is key to finding spiritual clarity and strength.

God Has Spoken, Part B

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens further highlights the life-transforming power of God’s Word, showing how Scripture not only guides us but shapes our hearts and minds. He examines the role of the Holy Spirit in applying the truth of the Bible to our daily lives and the importance of living under its authority. Pastor Luke challenges believers to fully engage with God’s Word, allowing it to produce lasting spiritual growth and deepen their relationship with Him.

God Has Spoken, Part A

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this first part of a two-part sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound truth that Scripture is God's Word, given to us for teaching, correction, and transformation. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:21, and Matthew 4:4, he discusses how the Bible was inspired by God, the process through which the canon of Scripture was recognized, and the life-changing power of submitting to God's Word. By embracing the authority of Scripture, believers can experience true personal transformation and grow in righteousness.

How To Live With Abounding Hope, Part B

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this second part of the sermon on Romans 15:13, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to highlight how God’s hope can transform lives. He emphasizes that hope isn’t just a feeling but a powerful, active force that sustains us through challenges. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to trust in God’s promises, deepen their prayer life, and allow the Holy Spirit to overflow hope in their hearts, bringing them peace and joy even in difficult times.

How To Live With Abounding Hope, Part A

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a two-part sermon on Romans 15:13, unpacking how God is the ultimate source of hope. He shares how God desires to fill believers with joy and peace, empowering them to abound in hope through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to reach out to God in prayer, just as the apostle Paul did, to receive the fullness of His hope.

Experiencing Great Joy, Part B

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Expanding on the message of joy from Luke 2:8-20, Pastor Luke Ahrens focuses on the shepherds' response to the good news of Christ’s birth. Building on the six glorious gifts, he highlights how the shepherds' encounter with Jesus leads to worship, praise, and a life changed by the gospel. He challenges listeners to reflect on their own response to the Savior's birth and how the joy of Christ should compel them to share the message with others. This episode deepens our understanding of how the true joy of Christmas transforms lives.

Experiencing Great Joy, Part A

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound message of joy from Luke 2:8-20, where the shepherds encounter the glory of God and the birth of Jesus Christ. Through six glorious gifts, Pastor Ahrens highlights the joy of experiencing God’s presence, hearing the good news of a personal Savior, and personally encountering Christ. Listeners are invited to reflect on the peaceful purposes of God, the call to share the gospel, and the overflowing joy that results from encountering Jesus. Join us for a powerful reminder of the great joy available to all who receive the good news.

Sweet Dreams–Interrupted by Glory, Part B

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking the transformative power of God's glory in Joseph’s response to the angel’s message. Drawing from Matthew 1:18-25, he shows how Joseph’s obedience to God’s call led to the fulfillment of prophecy and the coming of Jesus, Emmanuel—God with us. Pastor Luke encourages us to follow Joseph's example of faith, even when it means stepping into the unknown, because true peace comes when we align our lives with God's redemptive plan. Discover how embracing the interruption of God’s glory brings lasting change and purpose.

Sweet Dreams–Interrupted by Glory, Part A

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens explores the powerful moment when Joseph's life was interrupted by an angelic visitation in a dream, revealing God's plan for the birth of Jesus (Matthew 1:18-25). Through this divine interruption, Pastor Luke challenges us to embrace the idea that we need our dreams interrupted by God's glory. True joy and peace, he teaches, come when our lives are shaped and redirected by the overwhelming presence of God. Tune in to hear how God's glory can change everything.

Living By Faith When I Am Confused, Part B

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the importance of trusting God's plan, even when it’s difficult to comprehend. He reflects on how Jesus, though divine, chose to submit to His parents and grow in wisdom, setting an example of humility and obedience. Pastor Ahrens challenges believers to live with faith, embracing God's guidance even when the path is unclear. This message encourages us to rest in God's timing and trust that He is at work, even when we don’t see the whole picture.

Living By Faith When I Am Confused, Part A

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the challenges of living by faith during times of confusion, drawing from the story of Jesus at twelve years old in the temple (Luke 2:39-52). He highlights how even Mary and Joseph, despite their deep faith, struggled to understand God's ways when faced with unexpected circumstances. Pastor Luke encourages believers to trust in God's timing and purpose, even when His plans are unclear. This episode challenges us to respond with faith, even in moments of uncertainty.

A Heart Fervently Waiting For Jesus, Part B

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens delves deeper into the prophetic words spoken by Simeon and Anna upon meeting Jesus in the temple. Drawing from Luke 2:29-38, he reflects on how their long-awaited encounter with the Messiah revealed God’s faithfulness and the universal scope of His salvation. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to examine their own anticipation of Christ’s return, challenging them to live with renewed hope and a deeper understanding of God’s promises fulfilled in Jesus.

A Heart Fervently Waiting For Jesus, Part A

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the anticipation surrounding the arrival of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Simeon and Anna in the temple. Drawing from Luke 2:21-38, he examines their fervent waiting and unwavering hope for the promised Messiah. As they encounter the infant Jesus, their profound recognition of God’s salvation challenges us to consider the depth of our own longing for Christ’s return. This episode invites listeners to reflect on the heart posture of waiting with faith and expectancy.

Our Savior Is Here! Part B

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the significance of Jesus' birth in Luke 2:21-40. He focuses on the faithful responses of Simeon and Anna, who recognized the Messiah and praised God for the fulfillment of His promises. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to reflect on the hope and peace that come through Christ, and how the birth of Jesus still calls us to respond in faith and worship today. This episode highlights the enduring power of God's revelation in Christ and the joy it brings to all who believe.

Our Savior Is Here! Part A

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the birth of Jesus as described in Luke 2:1-20. He highlights the miraculous arrival of the Savior in Bethlehem, the unexpected announcement to the shepherds, and the joy that followed. Pastor Luke draws attention to the significance of this event, emphasizing God's plan for salvation and the peace it brings to the world. This episode sets the stage for understanding the profound impact of Christ's birth on all who encounter it.

Seeing Mercy, Anticipating More, Part B

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Zechariah’s prophecy from Luke 1:56-80, focusing on the themes of salvation and peace. He highlights how God’s mercy not only rescues us but also offers forgiveness and guidance toward a righteous life. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to live in the light of God’s mercy, shaping their lives around His redemptive work as we look forward to the fulfillment of His promises. This episode invites us to trust in God's faithfulness and embrace the peace He offers.

Seeing Mercy, Anticipating More, Part A

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens brings this message on the birth of John the Baptist, drawing from Luke 1:56-80. He reflects on God’s mercy revealed through the birth of John and Zechariah’s prophetic blessing. As Zechariah praises God's faithfulness, Pastor Luke challenges listeners to see mercy in their own lives and anticipate God’s greater work to come. This episode invites us to consider how we respond to God’s mercy and prepare for His unfolding plan.

9 Magnificent, Irreplaceable Gifts from God, Part B

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Continuing this study of Luke 1:26-56, diving deeper into Mary’s response to God’s calling and the power of the Holy Spirit in her life. Pastor Luke highlights how the gifts of God—grace, favor, and the promise of eternal life—are meant to bear lasting fruit in the lives of believers. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to consider how they can actively cultivate spiritual fruitfulness in their own journeys. Are you living in a way that reflects the great things God has done for you?

9 Magnificent, Irreplaceable Gifts from God, Part A

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound message found in Luke 1:26-56, highlighting nine incredible gifts from God to humanity. Focusing on Mary’s obedience and the miraculous conception of Jesus, he emphasizes how fruitfulness in the life of a disciple matters deeply to God. Pastor Luke also ties together the relationship between prayer and fruitfulness, encouraging listeners to reflect on whether their own lives are bearing "much fruit" for God’s kingdom. What could that fruitfulness look like in your own walk with Christ?

Unexpected Grace From God, Part B

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens delves deeper into the significance of God's unexpected grace in Zechariah and Elizabeth's story. He examines how Zechariah’s doubt and subsequent silence serve as a reminder of the importance of trusting God's promises, even when they seem impossible. Through this narrative, Pastor Luke encourages listeners to embrace faith in God's perfect timing, as He works in ways beyond our understanding to fulfill His plans.

Unexpected Grace From God, Part A

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Explore the powerful story of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1:5-25, highlighting God's unexpected grace. Despite their years of barrenness and advanced age, God answers their prayer in a miraculous way, sending an angel to announce the birth of their son, John. Through this encounter, Pastor Luke reflects on how God's timing and faithfulness often defy human expectations, bringing joy and hope in the most unlikely circumstances.

We Pray for a Fruitful Faith, Part B

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens delves deeper into the transformative power of abiding in Christ and the impact it has on a believer’s life. He emphasizes the importance of obedience to Jesus’ commands and how love for one another is the ultimate expression of fruitful discipleship. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to reflect on how their relationship with Jesus can lead to lasting fruit that glorifies God, strengthens their faith, and bears witness to the world. This episode challenges us to live out the calling to be disciples who love as Christ loves.

We Pray for a Fruitful Faith, Part A

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this first part of a two-part series, Pastor Luke Ahrens examines Jesus' teachings from John 15 on abiding in Him as the key to a flourishing faith. He explains that fruitfulness matters deeply to God, and how prayer is intricately linked to producing spiritual fruit. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to examine their lives and consider whether they are truly bearing fruit as disciples of Jesus, while inviting reflection on what "much fruit" could look like in each believer’s life. This episode sets the foundation for a life that glorifies God through abundant fruitfulness.

The Daily Practices of a Flourishing Faith, Part B

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke continues his exploration of John 15, focusing on the deeper implications of abiding in Christ. He explains that a flourishing faith not only transforms us internally but also compels us to love others as Christ has loved us. By maintaining our connection with the true vine, believers bear lasting fruit that glorifies God. Pastor Luke further emphasizes the importance of daily practices like meditating on God’s Word, persistent prayer, and being led by the Holy Spirit, all of which sustain and grow our relationship with God and strengthen our ability to love and serve others.

The Daily Practices of a Flourishing Faith, Part A

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens explores John 15, where Jesus teaches about the vital connection between the vine and its branches. He emphasizes that a flourishing faith is rooted in an ongoing, life-giving relationship with God through Christ and the Holy Spirit. A flourishing faith prioritizes internal transformation over external fruitfulness, requiring continual focus, repetition, and nurturing. Pastor Luke highlights three key daily practices for cultivating such a faith: delighting in and obeying God's Word, relentless prayer, and being filled with and following the Holy Spirit.

Bring It To Jesus, Part B

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke dives deeper into the transformative power of faith. Focusing on the official’s journey from desperation to belief, Luke highlights how Jesus' words can bring about life-changing results when we trust in Him fully. By examining the official’s newfound faith, we are reminded that Jesus is not only capable of changing our circumstances, but also our hearts. This message encourages believers to bring their burdens to Jesus, trusting that He will work in ways that exceed our expectations and bring about true healing.

Bring It To Jesus, Part A

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this sermon, "Bring It To Jesus," Pastor Luke Ahrens explores the powerful story of the official whose son was healed by Jesus in John 4:46-53. As the man seeks a quick fix for his son’s illness, Jesus challenges him to believe beyond signs and wonders, revealing His true identity as the Savior who can change both our situations and our hearts. Pastor Luke emphasizes the importance of bringing everything to God in prayer, recognizing that while we may seek a solution, God desires to transform us in the process. This message reminds us that Jesus is not just a "fix it" solution, but the one who offers life and healing through faith.

The Essence and Implementation of Uncommon Community, Part B

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of his sermon on uncommon community, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues exploring Ephesians 4:30-5:2, focusing on how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live out grace-filled relationships. He delves deeper into what it means to "walk in love" as Christ did—sacrificially and intentionally—transforming our interactions with others. Pastor Ahrens challenges listeners to reflect on how the Spirit is working in their own hearts to foster a community that mirrors God's love and forgiveness. The message concludes with practical steps for cultivating this uncommon community in everyday life.

The Essence and Implementation of Uncommon Community, Part A

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Uncommon community doesn’t happen by accident, but requires a surrender to God’s transformative work in our lives and relationships. While grace may come easily with some, it’s often challenging with others, and in these moments, we must rely on the Holy Spirit’s help to cultivate kindness, forgiveness, and love. Pastor Ahrens highlights the Spirit’s essential role in building faithful, grace-filled connections within the body of Christ, a sermon based on Ephesians 4:30-5:2.

Four Gifts That Will Change Your Community, Part B

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his teaching from Ephesians 4:30-32, highlighting the transformative power of grace in fostering unity and forgiveness within the body of Christ. He encourages believers to let go of bitterness, wrath, and malice, and instead be kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving—just as God in Christ has forgiven us. Pastor Luke challenges us to reflect on how embracing God's grace not only heals relationships but also strengthens the community, making it a true reflection of God's love and mercy to the world.

Four Gifts That Will Change Your Community, Part A

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Ephesians 4:25-29 unpacks four transformative gifts that can reshape our communities: truth-telling, controlled anger, honest work, and edifying speech. By embracing these gifts, rooted in God's grace, we create a faithful community where relationships are marked by love, integrity, and mutual support. Pastor Luke challenges us to reflect on how our words and actions can build up those around us and invite grace into our everyday interactions. This episode sets the foundation for a deeper, more authentic community life in Christ.

Grace to Grow Together as Disciples of Jesus, Part B

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Continuing his exploration of Ephesians 4, Pastor Luke Ahrens shares how believers are called to live out their new identity in Christ within the community of faith. He challenges us to put on the qualities of compassion, kindness, and forgiveness, reflecting the love and grace we've received from God. As disciples of Jesus, we are not only transformed individually but are called to help one another grow in unity and maturity, building each other up in truth and love. This episode underscores the vital role of grace-driven relationships in fostering a strong, thriving church community.

Grace to Grow Together as Disciples of Jesus, Part A

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In today's message, Pastor Luke explores Ephesians 4:17-24, urging believers to leave behind their old selves and embrace the new life in Christ. He emphasizes the importance of growing together as a community of disciples, marked by grace and mutual transformation. As followers of Jesus, we are called to reject the futility of worldly thinking and walk in the righteousness and holiness that God empowers us to live. This episode highlights the transformative power of God's grace in shaping faithful, Christ-centered relationships within the body of believers.

Gifted to Help Us Grow Together, Part B

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In the second part of this message, Pastor Luke continues to unpack Ephesians 4:7-16, emphasizing the practical outworking of spiritual growth within the church community. He highlights how, as each believer matures in faith, they contribute to the body’s health and unity, standing firm against false teachings and growing together in Christlikeness. Pastor Luke challenges us to embrace our roles within the body, fostering a loving, truth-centered community that reflects God's grace and leads to deeper spiritual transformation.

Gifted to Help Us Grow Together, Part A

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

This message focuses on how Christ has gifted the church to grow together in unity and maturity. Through the grace He extends to each believer, God provides His Word, leaders, and spiritual gifts to equip the body of Christ for service and strengthen relationships within the community. Pastor Luke highlights the importance of building one another up in love and truth, so that the church may reflect Christ’s fullness and grow in harmony.

Uncommon Grace in Unity, Part B

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his exploration of Ephesians 3:14-19, diving deeper into how God's grace empowers us to live out unity in community. He challenges listeners to embody the oneness of the body of Christ, demonstrating how our shared identity in Christ calls us to bear with one another in love and peace. The message highlights the practical aspects of living in grace-filled relationships that reflect the unity and strength of the Spirit within the church.

Uncommon Grace in Unity, Part A

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens describes the deep, unifying grace found in Ephesians 3:14-19, calling believers to walk in humility, patience, and love. He challenges the church to reflect on how God’s grace forms the foundation of faithful community, urging believers to maintain the unity of the Spirit and cultivate peaceful relationships. The message highlights the powerful bond created through one Lord, one faith, and one baptism, emphasizing that true unity is rooted in God's transformative grace.

Uncommon Community Starts Here! Part B

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this message, Pastor Luke Ahrens explores Ephesians 3:14-19, emphasizing the foundation of uncommon community in Christ. He highlights how the strength of our relationships as believers is rooted in God's love and empowered by the Holy Spirit. As we grow in understanding the depth of Christ's love, we are called to build faithful, Christ-centered connections that reflect His fullness in our lives. This message challenges us to embrace the transformative power of community through the Word of God.

Uncommon Community Starts Here! Part A

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:27:00 -0400

Kicking off this new series called Uncommon Grace, Pastor Luke Ahrens dives into Ephesians 3:14-19, unpacking the profound prayer of Paul for the church. What does it mean to be rooted and grounded in love? How can we comprehend the vastness of Christ’s love that surpasses knowledge? Pastor Luke reveals how a community defined by God’s love is the foundation for an uncommon, transformative fellowship. Tune in to discover how the fullness of God’s power and love can reshape the way we connect with one another, and set the stage for a life-giving, Spirit-filled community.

Step Seven: Praxis, Praxis, Praxis, Part B

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:39:00 -0400

In this episode, Pastor Luke Ahrens dives into Matthew 6:9—"Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name"—and challenges us to embrace a praxis of prayer that grows in fervency, consistency, vitality, and doxology. Jesus calls us to a life of prayer that is not just routine, but a living, breathing practice that honors God’s name with passion and devotion. Tune in and discover how your prayer life can be transformed into a dynamic, worship-filled rhythm that brings heaven to earth.

Step Seven: Praxis, Praxis, Praxis, Part A

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens dives into Matthew 6:9, unpacking the profound meaning behind Jesus’ invitation to pray, "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name." Discover how Jesus calls us to a praxis of prayer that deepens in fervency, consistency, vitality, and doxology, transforming the way we approach God and engage with the world. Prepare to be challenged and inspired to rethink your daily practice of prayer.

Step Six: Divine Protection, Part B

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 18:11:00 -0400

In this powerful second half of Pastor Luke Ahrens' sermon on Matthew 6:13 which says, "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil," we explore how God offers us divine protection in the midst of trials and temptation. Learn how to ask for strength and grace during life's tests, seek protection from the snares of temptation, and request deliverance from the evil forces that work against us. Tune in for a timely message of hope and spiritual security.

Step Six: Divine Protection, Part A

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this first half of Pastor Luke Ahrens' two-part sermon on "Divine Protection," we explore the deep meaning behind Matthew 6:13—“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.” Pastor Luke reveals how, through prayer, we can seek God's strength and grace during times of trial, ask for protection from temptation, and request deliverance from the forces of evil that seek to disrupt our lives. Tune in for a message of hope, spiritual resilience, and the divine covering that is always available to those who ask.

Key Points:

- You can ask for strength and grace during trials and testing.

- You can ask for protection from temptation.

- You can ask for deliverance from the schemes of the evil one.

Step Five: Comprehensive Reconciliation, Part B

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:44:00 -0400

Continuing the second part of this message on reconciliation, we dive deep into Matthew 6:12: "And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." Pastor Luke unpacks how true, gospel-centered reconciliation is not just about seeking forgiveness, but living it out in every area of our lives.

Discover how the Lord’s Prayer teaches us three essential aspects of reconciliation: Gospel Humility, where we acknowledge our need for God's grace beyond our own efforts; Gospel Participation, where we actively pursue and extend forgiveness to others; and Gospel Celebration, where we joyfully embrace the freedom that comes from being released from the chains of sin and bitterness.

Join us as we explore how the gospel calls us into a transformative, comprehensive reconciliation with God and with each other.

Step Five: Comprehensive Reconciliation, Part A

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this first half of Pastor Luke Ahrens' two-part sermon on Comprehensive Reconciliation, we dive into the powerful truth of Matthew 6:12—"and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." Discover why true reconciliation requires more than surface-level forgiveness; it calls us into a gospel-centered process of humility, participation, and celebration.

Pastor Luke explores how the Lord's Prayer invites us into:

Gospel Humility: Recognizing that our brokenness is beyond our ability to fix.
Gospel Participation: Actively seeking and extending forgiveness in every relationship.
Gospel Celebration: Rejoicing in the freedom we have from sin's power and bitterness' grip.

Join us for a deep dive into what it means to live out comprehensive reconciliation, starting with the forgiveness we receive and extend in the gospel.

Step Four: Frequent Asking, Part B

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the powerful truth of Matthew 6:11—"Give us this day our daily bread." Does God see your needs? Does He care about meeting them? Pastor Luke explores how a heart attitude of trust, a consistent prayer rhythm, and a deeper relationship with our Heavenly Father are key to experiencing the joy of His faithful provision. Tune in to discover how asking frequently doesn’t just meet your needs—it draws you closer to the Giver Himself.

Step Four: Frequent Asking, Part A

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

This is the first half of the sermon "Frequent Asking" where we dive into Matthew 6:11: "Give us this day our daily bread." Explore profound questions about God's awareness and care for our needs, and discover how your heart attitude shapes your experience of His faithful provision. Learn why establishing a personal prayer rhythm can amplify your joy in receiving from the Father, and uncover the truth that true provision is about deepening our relationship with the Giver. Tune in for an enlightening journey that encourages you to ask, seek, and grow in faith!

Step Three: Focused Hope, Part B

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this powerful conclusion to "Focused Hope," where we dive deep into Matthew 6:10—"Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." In this episode, discover how our prayers can embody our desire for God's presence and purpose.

We'll explore the dual nature of our longing: the Already, where we experience Christ's nearness and model His Kingdom as ambassadors, and the Not Yet, where we eagerly await the full revelation of our Blessed Hope and the ultimate establishment of love, truth, and justice. Tune in for a compelling journey of faith that will inspire you to pray with renewed passion and purpose!

Step Three: Focused Hope, Part A

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this first half of a two-part sermon, "Focused Hope," as he dives into Matthew 6:10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." In this episode, Pastor Luke explores how our prayers should reflect a deep longing for both the nearness of God and the ways of God. Discover how to live in the power of the Spirit while eagerly anticipating the full revelation of our Blessed Hope, and learn to model the culture of the Kingdom as an ambassador of love, truth, and justice, all while awaiting the day when these ideals are fully realized. Tune in and ignite your prayer life with focused hope!

Step Two: Transcendent Adoration, Part B

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in the powerful conclusion of "Transcendent Adoration" as we dive deeper into Matthew 6:9: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name." In this episode, we explore how the Lord’s Prayer reminds us of our profound need for transcendent adoration, celebrating our connection to our heavenly Father as His cherished possession. Discover how our prayers elevate and separate us in reverence, inviting God to reveal and exalt His Name on earth. Tune in for a transformative message that calls us to honor the holiness of our Creator!

Step Two: Transcendent Adoration, Part A

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this inspiring first part of "Transcendent Adoration," Pastor Luke Ahrens explores Matthew 6:9, inviting you to embrace the depth of the Lord's Prayer. Discover how this prayer is not just a routine, but a profound reminder of our need to adore our transcendent Father. As we pray, we celebrate our unique connection to Him, join in the adoration of His greatness, and petition for His Name to be revealed and exalted on earth. Dive into this transformative episode and deepen your understanding of what it means to truly honor God in prayer!

Prerequisites for High Impact Prayer, Part B

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this powerful conclusion to the message "Prerequisites for High Impact Prayer," as he dives deep into Matthew 6:5-8 and 6:14-15. Discover how to shed superficial and empty prayers, focusing instead on what truly matters: being seen by your Father, being heard in your innermost needs, and cultivating peace in your relationship with Him. This episode challenges you to elevate your prayer life from mere routine to a profound, impactful dialogue with God. Tune in and transform your prayer experience!

Prerequisites for High Impact Prayer, Part A

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this powerful sermon as he unpacks the essentials for transformative prayer based on Matthew 6:5-8 and 14-15. Discover why it’s time to eliminate superficial and empty prayers and focus on what truly matters: being seen by your Father, being heard in your deepest needs, and cultivating peace through genuine forgiveness. Prepare to deepen your relationship with God and elevate your prayer life to new heights!

4 Realities You Will Be Experiencing 37 Minutes After You Die, Part B

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this powerful continuation as he unpacks the profound truths from Luke 16:19-31. Discover what awaits just moments after death, including the stark contrast between torment and blessedness, the jarring culture shock of life’s great reversal, the clarity that comes from confronting our responses to Scripture and Jesus, and the sobering reality that our destinies are sealed forever. This is a thought-provoking episode that challenges you to reflect on what truly matters in this life. Tune in to grasp the urgency of these eternal realities!

4 Realities You Will Be Experiencing 37 Minutes After You Die, Part A

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Join Pastor Luke Ahrens in this thought-provoking sermon as we dive into Luke 16:19-31, exploring the stark realities that await us just moments after death. Discover the immediate experiences of eternal torment or blessedness, the shocking cultural reversal that redefines our earthly perceptions, the clarity on repentance that reveals our responses to Scripture and Christ, and the chilling finality that seals our destinies forever. Tune in for a compelling reminder that our choices echo into eternity!

Truth and Grace on Divorce and Remarriage, Part B

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this powerful follow-up, we explore how to deepen our relationship with Jesus as the ultimate authority in healing after divorce. Join us as we discuss the importance of softening our hearts, surrendering regrets, and experiencing the transformative forgiveness that leads to true freedom. Whether you’re navigating your own journey or supporting someone else, this episode invites you to embrace hope and grace in every difficult relational situation.

Real World Savvy, Applied to Eternal Priorities, Part A

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 11:13:00 -0400

In this thought-provoking sermon, we dive deep into Luke 16:1-13, where Jesus shares the parable of the shrewd manager. Join us as we unpack the layers of this fascinating story and explore what it truly means to manage our resources in a way that aligns with our eternal priorities.

How can we be savvy stewards of the temporary wealth entrusted to us? What lessons can we draw from the manager’s questionable tactics that apply to our lives today? We'll discuss the urgency of aligning our lifestyle choices with our spiritual goals and the call to use our resources generously and wisely.

Discover why Jesus challenges us to be more shrewd than the world in our dealings and how faithfulness in the small things can lead to greater spiritual rewards. Whether you're grappling with financial decisions or seeking a deeper understanding of stewardship, this episode will inspire you to reflect on your priorities and embrace a life of intentional generosity.

Tune in as Pastor Luke Ahrens shares insights that will reshape your perspective on money, relationships, and your ultimate purpose!

Transform Our Affections God, Part B

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode titled "Transform Our Affections, God!", we dive into Jonah 4:4-11, exploring God's profound question to Jonah: “Do you do well to be angry?” We examine how God shapes our affections through the Holy Spirit, challenges our misguided emotions, and ultimately seeks to transform our hearts both vertically toward Him and missionally toward others. Through Jonah’s struggle, we reflect on our own priorities and consider how God's grace invites us to embrace a mission of love and compassion for the world around us. Join Pastor Luke Ahrens as he encourage us to align our affections with God's heart!

Transform Our Affections God, Part A

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jonah 4:4-4:11

God, in His grace, is shaping our affections by the Holy Spirit.
God, in His grace, is challenging our misguided, sinful affections.
God, in His grace, wants to transform our affections, both vertically and missionally.

Confronted by the Grace of God, Part B

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jonah 3:10-4:4

Do you understand the heart of God?
Do you reflect and imitate the heart of God?

Confronted by the Grace of God, Part A

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jonah 3:10-4:4

Do you understand the heart of God?
Do you reflect and imitate the heart of God?

Time Is Running Out, Part B

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jonah 3:4-3:10

Believe God fully.
Humble yourself before God with urgency.
Turn from sin and yield to the Spirit internally and externally.
Hope and rest in the mercy of God in Christ.

Time Is Running Out, Part A

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jonah 3:4-3:10

Believe God fully.
Humble yourself before God with urgency.
Turn from sin and yield to the Spirit internally and externally.
Hope and rest in the mercy of God in Christ.

Embracing the Tension of a Second Chance, Part B

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Text: Hebrews 10:19-25

3 Passions of a Member at Vertical Church, Part A

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Text: Hebrews 10:19-25

Were Men and Women Created by God for Complementary or Identical Roles? Part B

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Text: 1 Timothy 2, Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3

Biblical Perspective on Men and Women:

Equal in Value before God
Unique in (some) God-given Roles
Thrive Together in Mutual Honor under Christ

The Model for Complementarianism is the Trinity and also Christ with the Church.

God calls Men to serve with Loving Leadership, and Women to serve with Respectful Influence.

Were Men and Women Created by God for Complementary or Identical Roles? Part A

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Text: 1 Timothy 2, Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3

Biblical Perspective on Men and Women:

Equal in Value before God
Unique in (some) God-given Roles
Thrive Together in Mutual Honor under Christ

The Model for Complementarianism is the Trinity and also Christ with the Church.

God calls Men to serve with Loving Leadership, and Women to serve with Respectful Influence.

Preparing for a New Season of Missions in Our Church, Part B

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Text: Matthew 16; Acts 11, 13, 14

One Promise and Five Commitments of a Missional, Church Planting Church: Jesus promised to build His church and overcome the gates of hell.

Multiplication of missional leaders
Following the voice and lead of the Holy Spirit
Overcoming challenges and spiritual opposition
Prayer cover until the work is done…and beyond
Celebrating the work and power of God!

Preparing for a New Season of Missions in Our Church, Part A

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 16; Acts 11, 13, 14

One Promise and Five Commitments of a Missional, Church Planting Church: Jesus promised to build His church and overcome the gates of hell.

Multiplication of missional leaders
Following the voice and lead of the Holy Spirit
Overcoming challenges and spiritual opposition
Prayer cover until the work is done…and beyond
Celebrating the work and power of God!

How Should a Local Church be Led and Cared for? Part B

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:26:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

The Biblical model for leadership is shepherding–like the Good Shepherd.
Scripture describes a variety of roles within the local church that are engaged in leading, administering, and serving the church family under the authority of Christ.
We need more aspirational, mature, faithful, humble, and available servants of Christ in order for His church to thrive.

Text: 1 Peter 5, 1 Timothy 3

How Should a Local Church be Led and Cared for? Part A

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

The Biblical model for leadership is shepherding–like the Good Shepherd.
Scripture describes a variety of roles within the local church that are engaged in leading, administering, and serving the church family under the authority of Christ.
We need more aspirational, mature, faithful, humble, and available servants of Christ in order for His church to thrive.

Text: 1 Peter 5, 1 Timothy 3

What is Your Next Step on the Discipleship Pathway? Part B

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Summary: Your discipleship pathway begins and ends with a passion to be like Jesus and be with Jesus.

What is Your Next Step on the Discipleship Pathway? Part A

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Important Conversations

Summary: Your discipleship pathway begins and ends with a passion to be like Jesus and be with Jesus.

The Biggest Family Asset: The Blessing of the Lord, Part A

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:09:11 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 26

What triggers the Blessing: Obedience to the Word of God and clinging to His promises.
What hinders the Blessing: Unconquered family strongholds.
What enables the Blessing: God’s grace and presence; and our faithfulness.
Truth, time, even conflict, will reveal and confirm the Blessing of the Lord.

The Gospel: Forever in God's Family, Part B

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Galatians 4:4-7

• The Gospel: God wants you to be part of His family:

The Father initiated bringing you into the family; (v. 4)
The Son gave his life to enable you to join the family; (v. 5)
The Spirit is the internal evidence that you are indeed family. (v. 6)

• What it means to be in The Family:

You are now adopted, chosen by God; (v. 5b)
You are no longer an outsider; (v. 7a)
You are now a privileged heir. (v. 7b)

The Gospel: Forever in God's Family, Part A

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Galatians 4:4-7

• The Gospel: God wants you to be part of His family:

The Father initiated bringing you into the family; (v. 4)
The Son gave his life to enable you to join the family; (v. 5)
The Spirit is the internal evidence that you are indeed family. (v. 6)

What it means to be in The Family:

You are now adopted, chosen by God; (v. 5b)
You are no longer an outsider; (v. 7a)
You are now a privileged heir. (v. 7b)

The Gospel: Eyes Opened to a New Reality, Part B

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 24:13-35

The Gospel is confusing if my perspective on Christ is limited. (vv. 13-24)
The Gospel becomes clear as I understand the truth about Christ’s suffering and glory. (vv. 25-27)
The Gospel transforms my reality as I experience a relationship with Christ. (vv. 28-35)

The Gospel: Eyes Opened to a New Reality, Part A

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 24:13-35

The Gospel is confusing if my perspective on Christ is limited. (vv. 13-24)
The Gospel becomes clear as I understand the truth about Christ’s suffering and glory. (vv. 25-27)
The Gospel transforms my reality as I experience a relationship with Christ. (vv. 28-35)

The Gospel: Your New Identity, Part B

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17

The Gospel: Your New Identity, Part A

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17

The Gospel: God's Unbelievable Gift! Part B

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ephesians 2:1-10

You were as good as dead. (vv. 1-3)
But God chose to make you spiritually alive by his mercy, love, and grace. (vv. 4-7)
Your salvation is a gift from God, not initiated or earned by you in any way. (vv. 8-9)
Even your good works are an extension of God’s gift. (v. 10)

The Gospel: God's Unbelievable Gift! Part A

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ephesians 2:1-10

You were as good as dead. (vv. 1-3)
But God chose to make you spiritually alive by his mercy, love, and grace. (vv. 4-7)
Your salvation is a gift from God, not initiated or earned by you in any way. (vv. 8-9)
Even your good works are an extension of God’s gift. (v. 10)

The Gospel: A Call to Sow, Seek, and Celebrate, Part B

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Texts: Luke 8:4-15 & Luke 15:1-10

The Gospel: A Call to Sow, Seek, and Celebrate, Part A

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 13:12:19 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Texts: Luke 8:4-15 & Luke 15:1-10

The Gospel: An Invitation to Meet Jesus, Part B

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: John 1:43-51

The Gospel: An Invitation to Meet Jesus, Part A

Fri, 31 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: John 1:43-51

Spiritual Leadership Nurtures Legendary Faith, Part B

Thu, 30 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 25:19-34

Spiritual Leadership is actively taking my family toward the Presence, Promises, Practices, Purposes, and Power of God.
Spiritual Passivity is prioritizing my comfort over God’s calling.
My choice will result in Fruitfulness and Grace or Chaos and Regret.

Spiritual Leadership Nurtures Legendary Faith, Part A

Wed, 29 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 25:19-34

Spiritual Leadership is actively taking my family toward the Presence, Promises, Practices, Purposes, and Power of God.
Spiritual Passivity is prioritizing my comfort over God’s calling.
My choice will result in Fruitfulness and Grace or Chaos and Regret.

How to Pursue a Beautiful Marriage by Faith, Part B

Tue, 28 May 2024 18:17:21 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 24:29-67

Do you have the faith to prepare for marriage and be content?
Do you have the faith to involve wise family and mentors in the decision?
Does this relationship advance your missional calling before God?
Are you willing to trust God’s guiding hand by leaving your family and cleaving to your future spouse?
Are you excited to pursue God’s blueprint of loving/respecting in marriage?

How to Pursue a Beautiful Marriage by Faith, Part A

Mon, 27 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 24:29-67

Do you have the faith to prepare for marriage and be content?
Do you have the faith to involve wise family and mentors in the decision?
Does this relationship advance your missional calling before God?
Are you willing to trust God’s guiding hand by leaving your family and cleaving to your future spouse?
Are you excited to pursue God’s blueprint of loving/respecting in marriage?

The Second Most Important Faith Decision, Part B

Fri, 24 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 24:1-28

You cannot control _____________’s decision on marriage, but you can influence...

toward a vibrant Personal Faith and Life Mission.
by giving a Redemptive Legacy and Personalized Vision.
through prayer into a Beautiful Story orchestrated by God.

The Second Most Important Faith Decision, Part A

Thu, 23 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 24:1-28

You cannot control _____________’s decision on marriage, but you can influence...

toward a vibrant Personal Faith and Life Mission.
by giving a Redemptive Legacy and Personalized Vision.
through prayer into a Beautiful Story orchestrated by God.

Faith Transformed by the Test of Total Surrender, Part B

Wed, 22 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 22:1-19

Four Tests of Total Surrender:

Choosing to Listen when God is asking you to do something difficult.
Choosing Immediate Obedience to the Word of God.
Choosing to Follow God through the fog of No Good Answers.
Choosing to Withhold Nothing from God.

Three Gifts of Total Surrender:

Commendation and confirmation from God.
Deeper relationship with God.
Richer blessing from God.

Faith Transformed by the Test of Total Surrender, Part A

Tue, 21 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 22:1-19

Four Tests of Total Surrender:

Choosing to Listen when God is asking you to do something difficult.
Choosing Immediate Obedience to the Word of God.
Choosing to Follow God through the fog of No Good Answers.
Choosing to Withhold Nothing from God.

Three Gifts of Total Surrender:

Commendation and confirmation from God.
Deeper relationship with God.
Richer blessing from God.

When God Flips the Script in Grace, Part B

Mon, 20 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 21:1-7

You can be confident: God keeps his promises!
You can be patient: God always shows up right on time!
God is teaching you to live by faith one chapter at a time.
You can celebrate: God manifests His power, grace, and glory in ways that fill us with overwhelming joy!

When God Flips the Script in Grace, Part A

Fri, 17 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 21:1-7

You can be confident: God keeps his promises!
You can be patient: God always shows up right on time!
God is teaching you to live by faith one chapter at a time.
You can celebrate: God manifests His power, grace, and glory in ways that fill us with overwhelming joy!

Time To Celebrate! Part B

Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 12:27-43

God’s favor leads us to times of intentional celebration and thanksgiving. (12:27-43)

We celebrate a restored relationship with God.
We celebrate a new depth in our relationship with God.
We celebrate the blessings that flow out of our relationship with God.

Time To Celebrate! Part A

Wed, 15 May 2024 16:54:07 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 12:27-43

God’s favor leads us to times of intentional celebration and thanksgiving. (12:27-43)

We celebrate a restored relationship with God.
We celebrate a new depth in our relationship with God.
We celebrate the blessings that flow out of our relationship with God.

Finishing with God’s Help, Part B

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 6:1-19

God’s help will enable you to overcome difficult, manipulative people. (vv. 2-14)
God’s help can turn your problems into blessings. (vv. 1, 17-19)
God’s help will enable you to finish. (v. 15)
God’s help is the greatest blessing in rebuilding. (v. 16)

Finishing with God’s Help, Part A

Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 6:1-19

God’s help will enable you to overcome difficult, manipulative people. (vv. 2-14)
God’s help can turn your problems into blessings. (vv. 1, 17-19)
God’s help will enable you to finish. (v. 15)
God’s help is the greatest blessing in rebuilding. (v. 16)

A Mind To Work, Part B

Fri, 10 May 2024 20:21:59 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Do you have a mind to work in rebuilding? (v. 6)
You must realize that the work is both physical and spiritual.
You must work through and overcome the obstacles in rebuilding.
Your work in rebuilding will become part of your testimony and legacy in the Gospel.

A Mind To Work, Part A

Thu, 09 May 2024 22:31:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Do you have a mind to work in rebuilding? (v. 6)
You must realize that the work is both physical and spiritual.
You must work through and overcome the obstacles in rebuilding.
Your work in rebuilding will become part of your testimony and legacy in the Gospel.

Compelled by God’s Plan: Three Steps in Vision-building, Part B

Wed, 08 May 2024 19:28:20 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 2:9-20

You need clarity and commitment in your heart regarding a God-given vision. (vv. 9-16)
You need to communicate the why and what of your compelling vision. (vv. 17-18a)
You need the co-builders to embrace and participate in this compelling vision. (v. 18b)
Excursus: You must expect and endure opposition to your compelling vision. (vv. 19-20)

Compelled by God’s Plan: Three Steps in Vision-building, Part A

Tue, 07 May 2024 23:08:05 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 2:9-20

You need clarity and commitment in your heart regarding a God-given vision. (vv. 9-16)
You need to communicate the why and what of your compelling vision. (vv. 17-18a)
You need the co-builders to embrace and participate in this compelling vision. (v. 18b)
Excursus: You must expect and endure opposition to your compelling vision. (vv. 19-20)

Choosing to Live a Life of Impact, Part B

Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 1:1-2:8

Are you seeking a carefree life or a fruitful life?
Will you allow God to open your heart to a broken world? (vv. 1:1-4)
God uses prayer, fasting, and time to bring clarity to our burdens. (vv. 1:4-10) >> Clarity leads us to offer specific prayers. (v. 1:11) >> Clarity leads us to take bold steps of action. (vv. 2:1-5)
God will open the door to our next stage of fruitful ministry. (vv. 2:6-8)

Choosing to Live a Life of Impact, Part A

Fri, 03 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Nehemiah 1:1-2:8

Are you seeking a carefree life or a fruitful life?
Will you allow God to open your heart to a broken world? (vv. 1:1-4)
God uses prayer, fasting, and time to bring clarity to our burdens. (vv. 1:4-10) >> Clarity leads us to offer specific prayers. (v. 1:11) >> Clarity leads us to take bold steps of action. (vv. 2:1-5)
God will open the door to our next stage of fruitful ministry. (vv. 2:6-8)

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 3, B

Thu, 02 May 2024 14:44:17 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ezra 9-10

Indispensable Tool #7: A Reverent Fear of the Lord.
Indispensable Tool #8: Mourning over Our Sin and Confession of Our Sin.
Indispensable Tool #9: Hope in the Mercy of God.
Indispensable Tool #10: Determined, Diligent Repentance.

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 3, A

Wed, 01 May 2024 20:47:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ezra 9-10

Indispensable Tool #7: A Reverent Fear of the Lord.
Indispensable Tool #8: Mourning over Our Sin and Confession of Our Sin.
Indispensable Tool #9: Hope in the Mercy of God.
Indispensable Tool #10: Determined, Diligent Repentance.

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 2, B

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:08:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 8

Indispensable Tool #4: Find support from wise advocates in uncommon community. (vv. 15-20)
Indispensable Tool #5: Humble yourself in fasting and prayer. (vv. 21-23)
Indispensable Tool #6: Model integrity to others. (vv. 24-34)

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 2, A

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 8

Indispensable Tool #4: Find support from wise advocates in uncommon community. (vv. 15-20)
Indispensable Tool #5: Humble yourself in fasting and prayer. (vv. 21-23)
Indispensable Tool #6: Model integrity to others. (vv. 24-34)

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 1, B

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 7

The center of all rebuilding is in the heart.
Indispensable Tool #1: The favor of God. (v. 6)
Indispensable Tool #2: Heart devotion to the Word of God. >> Do you have a passion to understand God’s ways? >> Do you have a passion to apply God’s ways? >> Do you have a passion to communicate God’s ways?
Indispensable Tool #3: Courageous leadership. (v. 28)

10 Indispensable Tools To Rebuilding Part 1, A

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:05:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 7

The center of all rebuilding is in the heart.
Indispensable Tool #1: The favor of God. (v. 6)
Indispensable Tool #2: Heart devotion to the Word of God. >> Do you have a passion to understand God’s ways? >> Do you have a passion to apply God’s ways? >> Do you have a passion to communicate God’s ways?
Indispensable Tool #3: Courageous leadership. (v. 28)

Rebuilding with Hope that becomes Joy, Part B

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 6

• If I rebuild…

I should expect to find joy in unexpected blessings. (vv. 1-13)
I will find joy in finishing God’s priorities. (vv. 14-16)
I will find joy in a restored relationship and renewed worship. (vv. 17-22a)

• The ultimate objective in rebuilding is for me to have joy in God Himself. (v. 22)

Rebuilding with Hope that becomes Joy, Part A

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 6

If I rebuild…

I should expect to find joy in unexpected blessings. (vv. 1-13)
I will find joy in finishing God’s priorities. (vv. 14-16)
I will find joy in a restored relationship and renewed worship. (vv. 17-22a)

The ultimate objective in rebuilding is for me to have joy in God Himself. (v. 22)

Rebuilding By Faith, Part B

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:22:23 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 5

My faith is demonstrated by how I respond to God’s Word. (vv. 1-2)
My faith is observed through my testimony of God’s redemptive purposes. (vv. 3-17)
My faith is secure in God’s attentive oversight and care. (v. 5)

Rebuilding By Faith, Part A

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 5

My faith is demonstrated by how I respond to God’s Word. (vv. 1-2)
My faith is observed through my testimony of God’s redemptive purposes. (vv. 3-17)
My faith is secure in God’s attentive oversight and care. (v. 5)

Roadmap to Unlimited Hope, Part B

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:10:23 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 2:10-23

The necessary ingredient of my spiritual renaissance is personal holiness. (vv.10-14)
For my spiritual renaissance to continue, reflection must continue too. (vv.15-19) > Reflection on past failures and consequences. > Reflection on the grace and mercy of our God.
My final blessing: Revived hope in a restored heritage! (vv.20-23)

Roadmap to Unlimited Hope, Part A

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 2:10-23

The necessary ingredient of my spiritual renaissance is personal holiness. (vv.10-14)
For my spiritual renaissance to continue, reflection must continue too. (vv.15-19) > Reflection on past failures and consequences. > Reflection on the grace and mercy of our God.
My final blessing: Revived hope in a restored heritage! (vv.20-23)

The Process of Spiritual Renaissance, Now Reinforced, Part B

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Haggai 2:1-9

Spiritual Renaissance can be derailed by comparison, regret, and disillusionment. (vv.1-3)
The momentum of Spiritual Renaissance is renewed as:

I am strong in the Lord; (v.4)
I meditate on the steadfast faithfulness of the Lord; (v.5)
I receive a greater vision regarding the glorious promises and purposes of the Lord. (v.6-9)

The Process of Spiritual Renaissance, Now Reinforced, Part A

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 2:1-9

Spiritual Renaissance can be derailed by comparison, regret, and disillusionment. (vv.1-3)
The momentum of Spiritual Renaissance is renewed as:

I am strong in the Lord; (v.4)
I meditate on the steadfast faithfulness of the Lord; (v.5)
I receive a greater vision regarding the glorious promises and purposes of the Lord. (v.6-9)

The Joy of a New Start! Part B

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:27:04 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 1:12-15

My obedience reflects what I really think about God. (v.12)
Blessing of Obedience #1: God is with me! (v.13)
Blessing of Obedience #2: God inspires me to begin building a new reality. (vv.14-15)

The Joy of a New Start! Part A

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 1:12-15

My obedience reflects what I really think about God. (v.12)
Blessing of Obedience #1: God is with me! (v.13)
Blessing of Obedience #2: God inspires me to begin building a new reality. (vv.14-15)

Establishing a God-centered Life, Part B

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 1:1-11, Ezra 5:1-2

Spiritual Renaissance rarely starts at a convenient time. (vv.2-4)
Spiritual Renaissance begins as I assess my present situation. (vv.5-6)
Spiritual Renaissance begins as I refocus on God's priorities. (vv.7-8)
Spiritual Renaissance intensifies as I understand the discipline of God. (vv.9-11) 30% 5A) Rebuke is my first blessing as I grow toward a God-centered life. (v.1)

Establishing a God-centered Life, Part A

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:29:07 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Haggai 1:1-11, Ezra 5:1-2

Spiritual Renaissance rarely starts at a convenient time. (vv.2-4)
Spiritual Renaissance begins as I assess my present situation. (vv.5-6)
Spiritual Renaissance begins as I refocus on God's priorities. (vv.7-8)
Spiritual Renaissance intensifies as I understand the discipline of God. (vv.9-11)
Rebuke is my first blessing as I grow toward a God-centered life. (v.1)

Overcoming The Obstacles In Rebuilding, Part B

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 4

We will encounter obstacles during rebuilding: Pressure to Compromise (vv. 1-3); Unrelenting Opposition (vv. 4-5); Indefinite Interruptions (v. 24) 20%
Test: Will we trust God in the midst of the interruptions and trials of rebuilding?
The Spirit of God will enable us to overcome obstacles. (Ezra 5:1, Zechariah 4:6-7)

Overcoming The Obstacles In Rebuilding, Part A

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 4

We will encounter obstacles during rebuilding: Pressure to Compromise (vv. 1-3); Unrelenting Opposition (vv. 4-5); Indefinite Interruptions (v. 24). Test: Will we trust God in the midst of the interruptions and trials of rebuilding?
The Spirit of God will enable us to overcome obstacles. (Ezra 5:1, Zechariah 4:6-7)

How To Begin Rebuilding, Part C

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 3

The start of rebuilding requires courageous leadership. (vv. 1-6)
The process of rebuilding involves diligent work. (vv. 7-9)
The milestones of rebuilding are a call to grateful worship. (vv. 10-13)

How To Begin Rebuilding, Part B

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 3

The start of rebuilding requires courageous leadership. (vv. 1-6)
The process of rebuilding involves diligent work. (vv. 7-9)
The milestones of rebuilding are a call to grateful worship. (vv. 10-13)

How To Begin Rebuilding, Part A

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

I Know The Plans I Have For You: Hope While Rebuilding

Text: Ezra 3

The start of rebuilding requires courageous leadership. (vv. 1-6)
The process of rebuilding involves diligent work. (vv. 7-9)
The milestones of rebuilding are a call to grateful worship. (vv. 10-13)

Are You discipling Sodom or is Sodom discipling You? Part A

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 19:1-38

God is creating a distinct community that is committed to missional discipleship.

Discipleship is about shaping:

Your Values and Affections
Your Response to God’s Word
Your Personal Character
Your Sense of Belonging

Ultimately, your discipleship decisions will become your legacy.

Are You discipling Sodom or is Sodom discipling You? Part A

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 19:1-38

God is creating a distinct community that is committed to missional discipleship.

Discipleship is about shaping:

Your Values and Affections
Your Personal Character
Your Sense of Belonging
Your Response to God’s Word

Ultimately, your discipleship decisions will become your legacy.

3 Ways to Live Missionally in the City of Sinners, Part B

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 18:16-33

God is creating a distinct community that is committed to missional discipleship.
Trust in the Lord; set your heart on God’s redemptive story, not on the drama in the City.
Do Good; be a source of Light in the City.
Pray; step into the Gap before God on behalf of the City.

3 Ways to Live Missionally in the City of Sinners, Part A

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 23:45:47 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 18:16-33

God is creating a distinct community that is committed to missional discipleship.
Trust in the Lord; set your heart on God’s redemptive story, not on the drama in the City.
Do Good; be a source of Light in the City.
Pray; step into the Gap before God on behalf of the City.

Does God Ever Show Up Late? Part B

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:34:37 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 18:1-15

God never forgets the forgotten.
God comes to redeem what seems wasted, worn out, and past time.
God’s grace is even seen in how He gently, but firmly confronts sin.
God’s grace and promises are stronger than our finicky hearts.
I disbelieved, was afraid, and lied. God’s stuck His grace into my heart and twisted it so I would never forget.
Our God performs the impossible and wonderful!

Does God Ever Show Up Late? Part A

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 18:1-15

God never forgets the forgotten.
God comes to redeem what seems wasted, worn out, and past time.
God’s grace is even seen in how He gently, but firmly confronts sin.
God’s grace and promises are stronger than our finicky hearts.
I disbelieved, was afraid, and lied. God’s stuck His grace into my heart and twisted it so I would never forget.
Our God performs the impossible and wonderful!

My Complicated New Identity, Part B

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:33:29 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 17

God wants to shape your identity (and destiny) with:

A New Perspective—Nothing in your life is beyond the Power of El Shaddai.
A New Name—God alters your given-identities and self-identity by His Grace.
The New Covenant—God’s Commitment to you is cemented in Christ.
The New Identity Marker—you are marked by a New Heart, not external duty.
A New Faith—that Obeys God’s Word immediately.

My (Complicated) New Identity, Part A

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 17

God wants to shape your identity (and destiny) with:

A New Perspective—Nothing in your life is beyond the Power of El Shaddai.
A New Name—God alters your given-identities and self-identity by His Grace.
The New Covenant—God’s Commitment to you is cemented in Christ.
The New Identity Marker—you are marked by a New Heart, not external duty.
A New Faith—that Obeys God’s Word immediately.

A Hope Worth Waiting For, Part B

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 6

God wants to reveal His glory through… my holiness (v. 4); my commitment to prayer (v. 10); my courage (v. 10); my unrelenting trust in Him. (v. 23)
God reveals His glory through impossible people and circumstances.
God reveals His glory through deliverance, grace, and faithful redemption.
We receive great joy as God allows us to participate in His plans for redemption.

A Hope Worth Waiting For, Part A

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 6

God wants to reveal His glory through… my holiness (v. 4); my commitment to prayer (v. 10); my courage (v. 10); my unrelenting trust in Him. (v. 23)
God reveals His glory through impossible people and circumstances.
God reveals His glory through deliverance, grace, and faithful redemption.
We receive great joy as God allows us to participate in His plans for redemption.

When Glorious Answers to Prayer Overtake My Waiting, Part B

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 9

Glorious answers begin in my study of God’s Word. (v. 2)
Glorious answers come in response to my intense pleas. (v. 19)
Glorious answers reveal God’s unexpected grace toward me. (vv. 20-23)
Glorious answers sometimes go beyond what I could ask or think and unveil more of God’s plan for redemption. (v. 24)

When Glorious Answers to Prayer Overtake My Waiting, Part A

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 9

Glorious Answers begin in my study of God’s Word. (v. 2)
Glorious Answers come in response to my intense pleas. (v. 19)
Glorious Answers reveal God’s unexpected grace toward me. (vv. 20-23)
Glorious Answers sometimes go beyond what I could ask or think and unveil more of God’s plan for redemption. (v. 24)

Walking Through the Graveyard of Self-Glory, Part B

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 5

The graveyard of self-glory is also a launching site for True Glory.
Six launching pads around me that reveal God’s Glory:

Proud hearts that ignore God.
Wise hearts that observe God.
Faithful hearts that reveal God.
Sovereign, supernatural intervention by God.
Waiting times allowed by God.
“Insignificant details” orchestrated by God.

Walking Through the Graveyard of Self-Glory, Part A

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 5

The graveyard of self-glory is also a launching site for True Glory.
Six launching pads around me that reveal God’s Glory:

Proud hearts that ignore God.
Wise hearts that observe God.
Faithful hearts that reveal God.
Sovereign, supernatural intervention by God.
Waiting times allowed by God.
“Insignificant details” orchestrated by God.

Escaping the Great Spiritual Smog, Part B

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 4

The Great Spiritual Smog in my life is Pride. (vv. 28-33)
In order to escape, I must know… God is sovereign over all things (vv. 34-35); God will discipline pride (v. 37); God will restore the humble. (v. 36)
My humility is visible in passionate, informed worship. (vv. 1-3)

Escaping the Great Spiritual Smog, Part A

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 4

The Great Spiritual Smog in my life is Pride. (vv. 28-33)
In order to escape, I must know… God is sovereign over all things (vv. 34-35); God will discipline pride (v. 37); God will restore the humble. (v. 36)
My humility is visible in passionate, informed worship. (vv. 1-3)

Worship With Conviction, Part C

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 3

God allows various crises to enter my life and test my worship: Crisis of Corruption: Will I worship with exclusivity? (vv. 1-7) Crisis of Compromise: Will I worship with courage? (vv. 8-15) Crisis of Capacity: Will I worship with faith? (vv. 16-18) Crisis of Consequence: Will I worship God beyond the point of no return? (vv. 19-23)
God will be present in my worship crises and reveal his glory. (vv. 24-27)
God is exalted when I worship with conviction. (vv. 28-30)

Worship With Conviction, Part B

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 3

God allows various crises to enter my life and test my worship: Crisis of Corruption: Will I worship with exclusivity? (vv. 1-7) Crisis of Compromise: Will I worship with courage? (vv. 8-15) Crisis of Capacity: Will I worship with faith? (vv. 16-18) Crisis of Consequence: Will I worship God beyond the point of no return? (vv. 19-23)
God will be present in my worship crises and reveal his glory. (vv. 24-27)
God is exalted when I worship with conviction. (vv. 28-30)

Worship With Conviction, Part A

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 3

God allows various crises to enter my life and test my worship: Crisis of Corruption: Will I worship with exclusivity? (vv. 1-7) Crisis of Compromise: Will I worship with courage? (vv. 8-15) Crisis of Capacity: Will I worship with faith? (vv. 16-18) Crisis of Consequence: Will I worship God beyond the point of no return? (vv. 19-23)
God will be present in my worship crises and reveal his glory. (vv. 24-27)
God is exalted when I worship with conviction. (vv. 28-30)

Encouraged As I Watch God Work, Part B

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 2

God is reaching out in mercy to the people in my life. (vv. 1-16) Encouragement #1: God knows how to get my _______________’s attention.
God empowers life-altering ministry through my fervent prayers. (vv. 17-24) Encouragement #2: God will provide support to me through fellow believers.
God can use my humble testimony to reveal Himself to _______________. (vv. 25-45) Encouragement #3: The Holy Spirit will empower my communication.
God is glorified each time ______________ encounters His grace. (vv. 46-49) Encouragement #4: God will honor me for being His faithful witness.

Encouraged As I Watch God Work, Part A

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 2

God is reaching out in mercy to the people in my life. (vv. 1-16) Encouragement #1: God knows how to get my _______________’s attention.
God empowers life-altering ministry through my fervent prayers. (vv. 17-24) Encouragement #2: God will provide support to me through fellow believers.
God can use my humble testimony to reveal Himself to _______________. (vv. 25-45) Encouragement #3: The Holy Spirit will empower my communication.
God is glorified each time ______________ encounters His grace. (vv. 46-49) Encouragement #4: God will honor me for being His faithful witness.

Hope in the Sovereign Plan of God, Part B

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:36:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 1

Circumstances: (vv. 1-7) …do not change us; circumstances reveal our hearts. …do not change God; circumstances reveal his sovereign plan and fingerprint.
While waiting and watching by faith, I can choose to live with: Reverence in my God-centered Identity (vv. 7-8); Conviction in Wisdom(vv. 8-16); Diligence in the power of the Spirit. (vv. 17-21)
Faith and hope abound in our hearts as we observe what God has given us.

Hope in the Sovereign Plan of God, Part A

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 1

Circumstances: (vv. 1-7) …do not change us; circumstances reveal our hearts. …do not change God; circumstances reveal his sovereign plan and fingerprint.
While waiting and watching by faith, I can choose to live with: Reverence in my God-centered Identity (vv. 7-8); Conviction in Wisdom (vv. 8-16); Diligence in the power of the Spirit. (vv. 17-21)
Faith and hope abound in our hearts as we observe what God has given us.

Witness for Christ: Pursuing a Life of Eternal Impact, Part B

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:50:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 8:26-39; Acts 1:1-8

Jesus (+ ________) stepped right into the darkest places and brought the grace, light, and power of the Gospel.
Where is my “home” mission field?
What is my story of “how much God has done for me”?
Am I ready to share the Good News about “Jesus”?
Is my Witness for Christ empowered/led by the Spirit and intentional in prayer?

Witness for Christ: Pursuing a Life of Eternal Impact, Part A

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 8:26-39; Acts 1:1-8

Jesus (+ ________) stepped right into the darkest places and brought the grace, light, and power of the Gospel.
Where is my “home” mission field?
What is my story of “how much God has done for me”?
Am I ready to share the Good News about “Jesus”?
Is my Witness for Christ empowered/led by the Spirit and intentional in prayer?

Work for Christ: A Life of Purpose…or Simply Wasted, Part B

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 25:14-30

Three Critical Truths:

You have been entrusted by Christ with a stewardship.
You will give an account to Christ for your multiplication of your stewardship.
You will receive a reward or otherwise from Christ.

Christ expects you to live with urgency and faithfulness, not ease, fear, or indifference.

Are you living with Christ-exalting purpose in this life and for “well done” joy in the next?

Work for Christ: A Life of Purpose…or Simply Wasted, Part A

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 25:14-30

Three Critical Truths:

You have been entrusted by Christ with a stewardship.
You will give an account to Christ for your multiplication of your stewardship.
You will receive a reward or otherwise from Christ.

Christ expects you to live with urgency and faithfulness, not ease, fear, or indifference.

Are you living with Christ-exalting purpose in this life and for “well done” joy in the next?

Walk with Christ: The Ongoing Experience of Grace in Community, Part B

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 24:13-49

Uncommon Community is built on Christ and the Gospel.
Uncommon Community is a perfect storm where the Pillars, messy People, and the Presence of Christ collide, leading us to a deeper experience of Gospel transformation.
Uncommon Community is developed over time as we walk with Christ (by faith) and one another in redemptive relationships.
Uncommon Community requires uncommon commitment to:

Relational Connection
Applying God’s Word
Mutual Ministry
Unceasing Prayer
Authentic Growth
Genuine Care

Walk with Christ: The Ongoing Experience of Grace in Community, Part A

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 24:13-49

Uncommon Community is built on Christ and the Gospel.
Uncommon Community is a perfect storm where the Pillars, messy People, and the Presence of Christ collide, leading us to a deeper experience of Gospel transformation.
Uncommon Community is developed over time as we walk with Christ (by faith) and one another in redemptive relationships.
Uncommon Community requires uncommon commitment to:

Relational Connection
Applying God’s Word
Mutual Ministry
Unceasing Prayer
Authentic Growth
Genuine Care

Worship Christ: A Life of Absolute and Unashamed Adoration, Part B

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Mark 14:3-9 & Luke 7:36-50

Christ is calling me out of indifferent, superficial, mechanical, and selfish Worship into a life of absolute and unashamed adoration.
Adoration for Christ is the fuel and fire behind the other Ws (Walk, Work, Witness).
Adoration for Christ is intensified by reflecting on my Worship (salvation) journey.
My Adoration for Christ is evident (and can grow) in four places:

Large Community Worship
Small Community Worship
Private Worship
Personal Worship

Worship Christ: A Life of Absolute and Unashamed Adoration, Part A

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Mark 14:3-9 & Luke 7:36-50

Christ is calling me out of indifferent, superficial, mechanical, and selfish Worship into a life of absolute and unashamed adoration.
Adoration for Christ is the fuel and fire behind the other Ws (Walk, Work, Witness).
Adoration for Christ is intensified by reflecting on my Worship (salvation) journey.
My Adoration for Christ is evident (and can grow) in four places:

Large Community Worship
Small Community Worship
Private Worship
Personal Worship

Hope In God Alone, Part B

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Lamentations 3:21-24

Reality Check: Do I have hope that can survive any situation? (v. 21)
I have an eternal source of hope in God because: His covenant love and compassion for me never ends. (v. 22); His covenant love and compassion are conveyed to me in new ways, each new day. (v. 23a); I can trust in his perfect faithfulness. (v. 23b)
When I make God the center of my affections, I have unlimited hope. (v. 24)

Hope In God Alone, Part A

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 21:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Lamentations 3:21-24

Reality Check: Do I have hope that can survive any situation? (v. 21)
I have an eternal source of hope in God because: His covenant love and compassion for me never ends. (v. 22); His covenant love and compassion are conveyed to me in new ways, each new day. (v. 23a); I can trust in his perfect faithfulness. (v. 23b)
When I make God the center of my affections, I have unlimited hope. (v. 24)

Hope in the Mud, Part B

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 38

Big Question: How do I finish well in difficult situations?

Be faithful in proclaiming the Word of God...and expect a variety of responses.
Be dependent on and humble before God; He will care for his messengers.
Be hopeful: God often uses hopeless people and results for His redemptive purposes.

Hope in the Mud, Part A

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 38

Big Question: How do I finish well in difficult situations?

Be faithful in proclaiming the Word of God...and expect a variety of responses.
Be dependent on and humble before God; He will care for his messengers.
Be hopeful: God often uses hopeless people and results for His redemptive purposes.

Hope In A New Covenant, Part B

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 31:31-34

My Hope is found in the New Covenant. (vv. 31-32)
My Hope is the result of God’s initiative. (vv. 33-34)
My Hope became a reality in Jesus Christ. (1Cor. 11:23-26)

Hope In A New Covenant, Part A

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 31:31-34

My Hope is found in the New Covenant. (vv. 31-32)
My Hope is the result of God’s initiative. (vv. 33-34)
My Hope became a reality in Jesus Christ. (1Cor. 11:23-26)

My God is Bigger than the Impossible, Part B

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 32:1-44

Dynamic faith obeys God courageously, even when understanding is lacking. (vv. 1-15)
Dynamic faith seeks God boldly, asking for clarity and wisdom. (vv. 16-25)
Dynamic faith listens to God quietly, embracing His capacity and plans. (vv. 26-44)

My God is Bigger than the Impossible, Part A

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 32:1-44

Dynamic faith obeys God courageously, even when understanding is lacking. (vv. 1-15)
Dynamic faith seeks God boldly, asking for clarity and wisdom. (vv. 16-25)
Dynamic faith listens to God quietly, embracing His capacity and plans. (vv. 26-44)

Hope While I am Waiting for God to Act, Part B

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 29:1-23

Awesome plans have God at the center. (vv. 10-14)
Awesome plans require active waiting: (vv. 4-7)

Active waiting...

means flourishing right where I am;
embraces humble patience;
involves uncomfortable preparation;
is filled with dynamic prayer.

“But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” Jeremiah 29:7 (ESV)

Hope While I am Waiting for God to Act, Part A

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 29:1-23

Awesome plans have God at the center. (vv. 10-14)
Awesome plans require active waiting: (vv. 4-7)

Active waiting...

means flourishing right where I am
embraces humble patience
involves uncomfortable preparation
is filled with dynamic prayer.

“But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.”

Hope Evident in Boasting, Part B

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Really?!? Your big thing is what? (v. 23)
I need to choose a BIG objective in life: Knowing God. (v. 24)
I need to develop keen observation.
To know God is to be changed. a. Steadfast Love: I can live filled with trust and peace; b. Justice: I can live with patience and thankfulness; c. Righteousness: I can live in holiness by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Hope emerges as my heart and my identity are anchored in God.

Hope Evident in Boasting, Part A

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 23:20:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Really?!? Your big thing is what? (v. 23)
I need to choose a BIG objective in life: Knowing God. (v. 24)
I need to develop keen observation.
To know God is to be changed. a. Steadfast Love: I can live filled with trust and peace; b. Justice: I can live with patience and thankfulness; c. Righteousness: I can live in holiness by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Hope emerges as my heart and my identity are anchored in God.

Wholeness Through Holiness, Part B

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 3:6-4:4

My heart needs regular times of returning to God. (v. 12)
The way I return to God: (vv. 9-10) a. With my whole heart. (v. 3:10) b. By acknowledging my guilt. (v. 3:13) c. By removing detestable things. (v. 4:1) d. By remembering my God. (v. 3:21)
God will respond in mercy—giving me wholeness by: a. Healing my faithlessness; (v. 3:22) b. Turning away His anger; (v. 3:12) c. Bringing restoration into my life. (vv. 3:14-18)

Wholeness Through Holiness, Part A

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 3:6-4:4

My heart needs regular times of returning to God. (v. 12)
The way I return to God: (vv. 9-10) a. With my whole heart. (v. 3:10) b. By acknowledging my guilt. (v. 3:13) c. By removing detestable things. (v. 4:1) d. By remembering my God. (v. 3:21)
God will respond in mercy—giving me wholeness by: a. Healing my faithlessness; (v. 3:22) b. Turning away His anger; (v. 3:12) c. Bringing restoration into my life. (vv. 3:14-18)

Hope In God's Presence, Part B

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 1:1-19

The Message of Jeremiah: Hope when life is falling apart. (vv. 1-3)
God wants to make me a participant on the journey of hope. (vv. 9-10)
Three promises God offers to me on the journey of hope:

I can trust that God will be faithful to His Word; (vv. 11-16)
I can trust that God will make me equal to my calling; (vv. 4-8, 17-19)
I can trust that God is with me.

Hope In God's Presence, Part A

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Jeremiah 1:1-19

The Message of Jeremiah: Hope when life is falling apart. (vv. 1-3)
God wants to make me a participant on the journey of hope. (vv. 9-10)
Three promises God offers to me on the journey of hope:

I can trust that God will be faithful to His Word; (vv. 11-16)
I can trust that God will make me equal to my calling; (vv. 4-8, 17-19)
I can trust that God is with me. (vv. 8, 19)

Filled With Hope, Part B

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Romans 15:13, Jeremiah 29:11

God is the source and object of all substantive hope.
God’s desire for me is to… A) Experience joy and peace as I live by faith; B) Overflow with increasing and excessive hope; C) Depend on the power of the Holy Spirit so I can overflow with hope.
The content of God’s plans for me will bring wholeness.
The purpose of God’s plans are to give me a future and hope.

Filled With Hope, Part A

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Romans 15:13, Jeremiah 29:11

God is the source and object of all substantive hope.
God’s desire for me is to… A) Experience joy and peace as I live by faith; B) Overflow with increasing and excessive hope; C) Depend on the power of the Holy Spirit so I can overflow with hope.
The content of God’s plans for me will bring wholeness.
The purpose of God’s plans are to give me a future and hope.

Total Reboot in the Midst of Spiritual Chaos, Part B

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:09:26 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: 2 Kings 22-23

I must reestablish the priority of Biblical worship. (22:1-7)
I must respond to God’s Word. (22:8-20)
I must reject my wicked habits and practices. (23:1-20)
I must rejoice in my spiritual heritage. (23:21-23)
The Result: Spiritual Achievement and Impending Judgment. (23:24-27)

Total Reboot in the Midst of Spiritual Chaos, Part A

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 21:26:03 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

2 Kings 22-23

I must reestablish the priority of Biblical worship. (22:1-7)
I must respond to God’s Word. (22:8-20)
I must reject my wicked habits and practices. (23:1-20)
I must rejoice in my spiritual heritage. (23:21-23)
The Result: Spiritual Achievement and Impending Judgment. (23:24-27)

I Bring You Good News of Great Joy, Part B

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 2

We have Good News in THE Savior to Celebrate.
We have Good News in the Story of Redemption.
We have Good News in a Sign to Investigate.

I Bring You Good News of Great Joy, Part A

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 2

We have Good News in THE Savior to Celebrate.
We have Good News in the Story of Redemption.
We have Good News in a Sign to Investigate.

Step Seven: Praxis, Praxis, Praxis, Part B

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:9

Jesus calls you to a praxis of prayer that is growing in:

Fervency
Consistency
Vitality
Doxology

Step Seven: Praxis, Praxis, Praxis, Part A

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:9

Jesus calls you to a praxis of prayer that is growing in:

Fervency
Consistency
Vitality
Doxology

Step Six: Divine Protection, Part B

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:13

You can ask for strength and grace in times with trials and testing.
You can ask for protection from temptation.
You can ask for deliverance from the activities of the Evil _____________.

Step Six: Divine Protection, Part A

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:13

You can ask for strength and grace in times with trials and testing.
You can ask for protection from temptation.
You can ask for deliverance from the activities of the Evil _____________.

Step Five: Comprehensive Reconciliation, Part B

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:12

We need comprehensive, gospel-centered reconciliation.
The Lord’s Prayer leads us into…

Gospel Humility: Acknowledging that our messes are beyond our human solutions.
Gospel Participation: Actively seeking and extending forgiveness.
Gospel Celebration: Reveling in our freedom from the grip of sin and bitterness.

Step Five: Comprehensive Reconciliation, Part A

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:12

We need comprehensive, gospel-centered reconciliation.
The Lord’s Prayer leads us into…

Gospel Humility: Acknowledging that our messes are beyond our human solutions.
Gospel Participation: Actively seeking and extending forgiveness.
Gospel Celebration: Reveling in our freedom from the grip of sin and bitterness.

Step Four: Frequent Asking, Part B

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:11

Does God see my needs?

Does God care about meeting my needs?

Your heart attitude is critical to experiencing your Father’s faithful provision.
A personal prayer rhythm will accelerate your joy in your Father’s provision.
Ultimately provision is far more about deepening our relationship with the Giver.

Step Four: Frequent Asking, Part A

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:11

Does God see my needs?

Does God care about meeting my needs?

Your heart attitude is critical to experiencing your Father’s faithful provision.
A personal prayer rhythm will accelerate your joy in your Father’s provision.
Ultimately provision is far more about deepening our relationship with the Giver.

Step Three: Focused Hope, Part B

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Matthew 6:10

1. My prayers should reflect my longing for the nearness of God:

The Already: Living in Christ by the power of the Spirit.
The Not Yet: Looking for the full revelation of our Blessed Hope.

2. My prayers should reflect my longing for the ways of God:

The Already: Modeling the culture of the Kingdom as an ambassador.
The Not Yet: Awaiting the day when love, truth, and justice will be fully established.

Step Three: Focused Hope, Part A

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:10

1. My prayers should reflect my longing for the nearness of God:

The Already: Living in Christ by the power of the Spirit.
The Not Yet: Looking for the full revelation of our Blessed Hope.

2. My prayers should reflect my longing for the ways of God:

The Already: Modeling the culture of the Kingdom as an ambassador.
The Not Yet: Awaiting the day when love, truth, and justice will be fully established.

Step Two: Transcendent Adoration, Part B

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:47:37 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:9

The Lord’s Prayer is reminder of our need for transcendent adoration.
When we pray, we are celebrating our connection to our transcendent Father. We are His possession!
When we pray, we are joining in the adoration of our Father’s elevation and separation.
When we pray, we are petitioning for God to reveal and exalt His Name on earth.

Step Two: Transcendent Adoration, Part A

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Matthew 6:9

The Lord’s Prayer is reminder of our need for transcendent adoration.
When we pray, we are celebrating our connection to our transcendent Father. We are His possession!
When we pray, we are joining in the adoration of our Father’s elevation and separation.
When we pray, we are petitioning for God to reveal and exalt His Name on earth.

Prerequisites for High Impact Prayer, Part B

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:5-8, 14-15

Do away with all superficial, empty, and disingenuous prayers.
What you really need is:

To be Seen, having the attention of your Father.
To be Heard, knowing your Father is listening to and understanding your prayers.
To be at Peace, protecting relational harmony with your Father.

Prerequisites for High Impact Prayer, Part A

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Matthew 6:5-8, 14-15

Do away with all superficial, empty, and disingenuous prayers.
What you really need is:

To be Seen, having the attention of your Father.
To be Heard, knowing your Father is listening to and understanding your prayers.
To be at Peace, protecting relational harmony with your Father.

How a Healthy Church Family Deals with Sin, Part B

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Galatians 6:1-5

A healthy church expects to find people in sin, and other messy situations.
Healthy church members bring hidden or unaddressed sin into the light and find freedom.
A healthy church creates a safe culture to deal with and heal from sin/brokenness.
A healthy church has Spirit-filled people who pursue and restore heart wanderers.
A healthy church addresses people in sin with a spirit of gentleness.
A healthy church regularly and faithfully practices a culture of “One Anothers”.
A healthy church encourages mutual ministry, not co-dependence or self-sufficiency.

How a Healthy Church Family Deals with Sin, Part A

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Galatians 6:1-5

A healthy church expects to find people in sin, and other messy situations.
Healthy church members bring hidden or unaddressed sin into the light and find freedom.
A healthy church creates a safe culture to deal with and heal from sin/brokenness.
A healthy church has Spirit-filled people who pursue and restore heart wanderers.
A healthy church addresses people in sin with a spirit of gentleness.
A healthy church regularly and faithfully practices a culture of “One Anothers”.
A healthy church encourages mutual ministry, not co-dependence or self-sufficiency.

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: God Stories, Part B

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 45, 46, 50

Reconciliation is life-giving.
Reconciliation reveals the heart and presence of God.
Reconciliation opens up new seasons of grace, peace, and hope!
Reconciliation is not an accident; reconciliation is a choice:

You must choose a spiritual trajectory to pursue.
You must choose a sovereign to follow.
You must choose a story to join.

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: God Stories, Part A

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 45, 46, 50

Reconciliation is life-giving.
Reconciliation reveals the heart and presence of God
Reconciliation opens up new seasons of grace, peace, and hope!
Reconciliation is not an accident; reconciliation is a choice:
You must choose a spiritual trajectory to pursue.
You must choose a sovereign to follow.
You must choose a story to join.

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: The Offendee, Part B

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 43:15 - 45:24

Three Phases in Reconciliation for the Offendee:

Forgive the Offender before the Lord
Forgive the Offender if Asked (in Repentance)
Reconciliation and Restoration

Necessary Ingredients in the Process of Forgiveness:

Grieve Loss
Leave Space for God to Work in Hearts
Obedience
Beautiful Providence
Invest in Offender
Soft Heart
The Gospel

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: The Offendee, Part A

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:25:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 43:15 - 45:24

Three Phases in Reconciliation for the Offendee:

Forgive the Offender before the Lord
Forgive the Offender if Asked (in Repentance)
Reconciliation and Restoration

Necessary Ingredients in the Process of Forgiveness:

Grieve Loss
Leave Space for God to Work in Hearts
Obedience
Beautiful Providence
Invest in Offender
Soft Heart
The Gospel

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: The Offender, Part B

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 11:20:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 42:1 - 43:14

Three Phases in Reconciliation for the Offender:

Conviction, Grief, and Confession
Repentance, Fruit, and Life Transformation
Reconciliation and Restoration

Necessary Ingredients in the Process of Repentance:

Time
Reaping
Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Truth
Fruit Testing

Where is reconciliation needed? Ask God to work powerfully and mercifully, as you trust His providence.

Repentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: The Offender, Part A

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 11:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 42:1 - 43:14

Three Phases in Reconciliation for the Offender:

Conviction, Grief, and Confession
Repentance, Fruit, and Life Transformation
Reconciliation and Restoration

Necessary Ingredients in the Process of Repentance:

Time
Reaping
Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Truth
Fruit Testing

Where is reconciliation needed? Ask God to work powerfully and mercifully, as you trust His providence.

Evaluating Your Spiritual Perception, Part B

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:33-36

What you do with Christ’s teaching says a lot about your spiritual perception.
How you evaluate your spiritual condition says a lot about your spiritual perception.
The extent to which you radiate with spiritual vitality says a lot about your spiritual perception.

Evaluating Your Spiritual Perception, Part A

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:33-36

What you do with Christ’s teaching says a lot about your spiritual perception.
How you evaluate your spiritual condition says a lot about your spiritual perception.
The extent to which you radiate with spiritual vitality says a lot about your spiritual perception.

Living By Faith, Part B

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:29-32

God will not give you a sign to remove your need to live by faith.
Your faith begins through hearing the message of Christ.
Your faith comes alive through the act of repentance.
Your faith is confirmed by embracing the uniqueness of Jesus Christ.

Living By Faith, Part A

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:29-32

God will not give you a sign to remove your need to live by faith.
Your faith begins through hearing the message of Christ.
Your faith comes alive through the act of repentance.
Your faith is confirmed by embracing the uniqueness of Jesus Christ.

No Neutrality! Part B

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:21-28

Neutrality is impossible: You must decisively choose to follow Jesus (vv. 21-23).
Neutrality is dangerous: You must conclusively put your faith in Jesus (vv. 24-26).
Neutrality has a remedy: You must intentionally obey the words of Jesus (vv. 27-28).

No Neutrality! Part A

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 22:55:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:21-28

Neutrality is impossible: You must decisively choose to follow Jesus (vv. 21-23).
Neutrality is dangerous: You must conclusively put your faith in Jesus (vv. 24-26).
Neutrality has a remedy: You must intentionally obey the words of Jesus (vv. 27-28).

Let’s Think Through The Options, Part B

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 11:14-20

Our response to Jesus is swayed by the state of our hearts.
Jesus calls us to examine the evidence from His earthly ministry.
Jesus challenges us to reflect on the implications of His ministry.

Let’s Think Through The Options, Part A

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:14-20

Our response to Jesus is swayed by the state of our hearts.
Jesus calls us to examine the evidence from His earthly ministry.
Jesus challenges us to reflect on the implications of His ministry.

Trusting Our Father In Prayer, Part B

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:11-13

Prayer is evidence of our unwavering trust in our Heavenly Father.
We can entrust both our physical and spiritual needs to the Father.
Unwavering Trust in our Father through prayer is a church family endeavor.

Trusting Our Father In Prayer, Part A

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:11-13

Prayer is evidence of our unwavering trust in our Heavenly Father.
We can entrust both our physical and spiritual needs to the Father.
Unwavering Trust in our Father through prayer is a church family endeavor.

A Seat At The Table, Part B

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:9-10

Is the focus of your prayers on pursuing relationship or results?
Four gifts you have been given by Jesus: Advocacy, Sympathy, Accessibility, and Confidence
Are you reveling daily in your seat at the table?

A Seat At The Table, Part A

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:9-10

Is the focus of your prayers on pursuing relationship or results?
Four gifts you have been given by Jesus: Advocacy, Sympathy, Accessibility, and Confidence
Are you reveling daily in your seat at the table?

God wants me to pray like that? Part B

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:1-8

Growth in prayer comes via a teachable heart.
Our focus now is on how to pray, instead of what to pray.
Jesus wants you to lean into prayer filled with Bold Persistence.

God wants me to pray like that? Part A

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Text: Luke 11:1-8

Growth in prayer comes via a teachable heart.
Our focus now is on how to pray, instead of what to pray.
Jesus wants you to lean into prayer filled with Bold Persistence.

Becoming a Life-Giving Neighbor, Part B

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 10:25-37

Jesus expects me to love God AND my neighbor, in a biblically integrated way.
Excursus: Who is my neighbor?
I need to see and open my heart to my neighbor.
Lord, please transform my compassion and concern into action and investing!

Becoming a Life-Giving Neighbor, Part A

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Luke 10:25-37

Jesus expects me to love God AND my neighbor, in a biblically integrated way.
Excursus: Who is my neighbor?
I need to see and open my heart to my neighbor.
Lord, please transform my compassion and concern into action and investing!

Finding Joy in Beautiful Sovereignty, Part B

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 41

At the right time God will turn our hardships and afflictions into good in His beautiful sovereignty:

By working in ways that go beyond our control.
By allowing us to graduate from our seasons of preparation.
By validating and vindicating our righteous living in Christ.
By restoring our hearts and allowing us to rename our experiences in light of His grace.

Finding Joy in Beautiful Sovereignty, Part A

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 41

At the right time God will turn our hardships and afflictions into good in His beautiful sovereignty:

By working in ways that go beyond our control.
By allowing us to graduate from our seasons of preparation.
By validating and vindicating our righteous living in Christ.
By restoring our hearts and allowing us to rename our experiences in light of His grace.

How to Grow in a Season Where I Feel Forgotten, Part B

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 40

People forget–God does not. Feeling forgotten (by God and others) can be repurposed as purposeful waiting on God.
While waiting, you can purposefully lean into…
God’s process of emptying you of self.
Developing a shepherd’s heart.
Spirit-filled, Spirit-led ministry.

How to Grow in a Season Where I Feel Forgotten, Part A

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 40

People forget–God does not. Feeling forgotten (by God and others) can be repurposed as purposeful waiting on God.
While waiting, you can purposefully lean into…
God’s process of emptying you of self.
Developing a shepherd’s heart.
Spirit-filled, Spirit-led ministry.

Making Sense of Senseless Seasons, Part B

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 39

“God, what are you doing in this senseless season?”

God is testing Joseph (and us).
God is preparing Joseph (and us).
God is directing Joseph (and us).
God is revealing Himself to Joseph (and us)--so we value His presence and blessing above all else.

Making Sense of Senseless Seasons, Part A

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 39

“God, what are you doing in this senseless season?”

God is testing Joseph (and us).
God is preparing Joseph (and us).
God is directing Joseph (and us).
God is revealing Himself to Joseph (and us)--so we value His presence and blessing above all else.

Finding A New Perspective On Suffering, Part B

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 37

God has bigger plans, beyond what you can see or understand.
God uses suffering/evil in our lives as a…

Tool of transformation.
Teacher to enable us to know and trust Him.
Map to a better destination.
Coach to train us to love unconditionally.
Sledgehammer to crust our small dreams and replace them with His eternal plans.
Magnifying glass so we can see the true cost of our sin.
Window into God’s grace in Christ.

Finding A New Perspective On Suffering, Part A

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Genesis 37

God has bigger plans, beyond what you can see or understand.
God uses suffering/evil in our lives as a…

Tool of transformation.
Teacher to enable us to know and trust Him.
Map to a better destination.
Coach to train us to love unconditionally.
Sledgehammer to crust our small dreams and replace them with His eternal plans.
Magnifying glass so we can see the true cost of our sin.
Window into God’s grace in Christ.

Tenacity In Connecting Eternal Stories, Part B

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 4

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West:

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism
The Economy: The Ideology of Free-Market Capitalism
Personhood: The Construction of a Postmodern Identity
The Natural World: The Philosophy of Environmentalism
The State: The Ideology of Secular Pluralism

Tenacity In Connecting Eternal Stories, Part A

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Daniel 4

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West:

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism
The Economy: The Ideology of Free-Market Capitalism
Personhood: The Construction of a Postmodern Identity
The Natural World: The Philosophy of Environmentalism
The State: The Ideology of Secular Pluralism

Welcome to Post-Modern Athens, Part B

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Acts 17

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West:

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism
The Economy: The Ideology of Free-Market Capitalism

... (to be continued)

Welcome to Post-Modern Athens, Part A

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Acts 17

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West:

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism
The Economy: The Ideology of Free-Market Capitalism
(to be continued)

Four Characteristics of Brilliant Ambassadors, Part B

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West: (first two)

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism

Four Characteristics of Brilliant Ambassadors, Part A

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Christ calls you to be His Ambassador, living as a:

Humble Learner
Wise and Gentle Communicator
Fearless Believer
Winsome Lover of Souls

Six Stories in the Postmodern West: (first two)

The Eternal Kingdom: The View of Biblical Christianity
Science and Technology: The View of Naturalistic Scientism

Lord of the Impossible, Part A

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:15:15 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Daniel 2

God allows impossible people and situations into our lives.
God wants impossible situations to draw us into urgent, persistent prayer.
God uses impossible situations to develop our practical theology and richness in worship.
God gives us impossible situations so we can winsomely testify to His greatness!
God uses impossible situations to reveal Himself to lost and far away people that He loves.

Lord of the Impossible, Part B

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Daniel 2

God allows impossible people and situations into our lives.
God wants impossible situations to draw us into urgent, persistent prayer.
God uses impossible situations to develop our practical theology and richness in worship.
God gives us impossible situations so we can winsomely testify to His greatness!
God uses impossible situations to reveal Himself to lost and far away people that He loves.

The Power of Spirit-Sowing Ambassadors, Part B

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Galatians 6:7-10

Are you weary? Become a persevering, Spirit-energized ambassador!
Are you distracted? Become an opportunistic, Spirit-led ambassador!
Are you double-minded? Become a mature, Spirit-sowing ambassador!

The Power of Spirit-Sowing Ambassadors, Part A

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Galatians 6:7-10

Are you weary? Become a persevering, Spirit-energized ambassador!
Are you distracted? Become an opportunistic, Spirit-led ambassador!
Are you double-minded? Become a mature, Spirit-sowing ambassador!

Options in a Foreign Cultural Context, Part B

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Daniel 1, Jeremiah 29

Exile Options:

You can choose the temporary ease of assimilating into the surrounding Culture.
You can try to find limited relief by withdrawing from the Culture.
You can embrace the tension of being an ambassador for Christ, trying to influence the Culture.

Options in a Foreign Cultural Context, Part A

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

Daniel 1, Jeremiah 29

Exile Options:

You can choose the temporary ease of assimilating into the surrounding Culture.
You can try to find limited relief by withdrawing from the Culture.
You can embrace the tension of being an ambassador for Christ, trying to influence the Culture.

Ambassadors for Christ, Part B

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

2 Corinthians 5:17-21

You are an Ambassador for Christ:

Have you embraced your exciting identity?
Are you marinating in the message of reconciliation?
Have you stepped up to fulfill your mission?

Ambassadors for Christ, Part A

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ambassadors: Thriving in an Upside Down World

2 Corinthians 5:17-21

You are an Ambassador for Christ:

Have you embraced your exciting identity?
Are you marinating in the message of reconciliation?
Have you stepped up to fulfill your mission?

The Beauty of a Wise, Weathered Faith, Part B

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 16:40:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 2, 7, 8

Temporary-ness is a teacher in wisdom.
The rigor of pursuing wisdom yields richness and depth in your journey of faith.
Wisdom supplies maturity, beauty, and stability to your journey of faith.

The Beauty of a Wise, Weathered Faith, Part A

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 2, 7, 8

Temporary-ness is a teacher in wisdom.
The rigor of pursuing wisdom yields richness and depth in your journey of faith.
Wisdom supplies maturity, beauty, and stability to your journey of faith.

Pleasure: Appetizer of Heaven, Part B

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 2, 3, 5, 6

See the Hand of God in pleasure.
Accept the Grace of God toward you in temporal pleasures and the ability to enjoy them.
Remove pleasure killers.
Know the Heart of God toward you in eternal pleasures.
Live with an increasingly grateful and cheerful heart.

Pleasure: Appetizer of Heaven, Part A

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 2, 3, 5, 6

See the Hand of God in pleasure.
Accept the Grace of God toward you in temporal pleasures and the ability to enjoy them.
Remove pleasure killers.
Know the Heart of God toward you in eternal pleasures.
Live with an increasingly grateful and cheerful heart.

Why does a loving God allow us to experience suffering? Part B

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 3, 4, 5, 7

Suffering, observed or experienced, can lead us into despair or disillusionment.
God is not dismissive, disinterested, or distant in our suffering.
We have the choice to lean into God or lean away from God in our suffering.

Why does a loving God allow us to experience suffering? Part A

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 3, 4, 5, 7

Suffering, observed or experienced, can lead us into despair or disillusionment.
God is not dismissive, disinterested, or distant in our suffering.
We have the choice to lean into God or lean away from God in our suffering.

Toil, Timing, and Beauty by Faith, Part B

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 1, 2, 3

Our toil is both a gift and a burden—and both are temporary.
Our toil was redeemed by Jesus—by faith we can cross the Futility Barrier.
We can now join Jesus by faith in work of eternal significance.
Surrender the timing of grasping God’s beautiful purposes by Faith.
Celebrate that beautiful is happening now by Faith.
Rest in the beautiful, eternal purposes of God by Faith.

Toil, Timing, and Beauty by Faith, Part A

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 1, 2, 3

Our toil is both a gift and a burden—and both are temporary.
Our toil was redeemed by Jesus—by faith we can cross the Futility Barrier.
We can now join Jesus by faith in work of eternal significance.
Surrender the timing of grasping God’s beautiful purposes by Faith.
Celebrate that beautiful is happening now by Faith.
Rest in the beautiful, eternal purposes of God by Faith.

All Is Temporary! Part B

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 1, 3

How do I live within the tension of Creation and the Fall?
Is this temporary, material world all there is?

All Is Temporary! Part A

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Ask Hard Questions

Ecclesiastes 1, 3

How do I live within the tension of Creation and the Fall?
Is this temporary, material world all there is?

The Gospel: God’s Unbelievable Gift, Part B

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Off Script

Ephesians 2:1-10

You were as good as dead. (vv. 1-3)
But God chose to make you spiritually alive by his mercy, love, and grace. (vv. 4-7)
Your salvation is a gift from God, not initiated or earned by you in any way. (vv. 8-9)
Even your good works are an extension of God’s gift. (v. 10)

The Gospel: God’s Unbelievable Gift, Part A

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Off Script

Ephesians 2:1-10

You were as good as dead. (vv. 1-3)
But God chose to make you spiritually alive by his mercy, love, and grace. (vv. 4-7)
Your salvation is a gift from God, not initiated or earned by you in any way. (vv. 8-9)
Even your good works are an extension of God’s gift. (v. 10)

Embracing and Celebrating New Life! Part B

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 21:30:09 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:11-32

Two Broken Sons
One Loving, Gracious, Forgiving Father
God invites you into new life and a celebration of cew life in Jesus Christ!

Embracing and Celebrating New Life! Part A

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:11-32

Two Broken Sons.
One Loving, Gracious, Forgiving Father.
God invites you into New Life and a Celebration of New Life in Jesus Christ!

Are You Ready to Come Home? Part B

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:11-19

Our sin disrupts and destroys relationships.
Our sinful choices result in painful consequences.
Painful consequences lead us toward godly grief or worldly grief.
Are you ready to come home?

Are You Ready to Come Home? Part A

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:11-19

Our sin disrupts and destroys relationships.
Our sinful choices result in painful consequences.
Painful consequences lead us toward godly grief or worldly grief.
Are you ready to come home?

What Sends Heaven into Celebration! Part B

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:8-10

God’s Heart for Lost Sinners is marked by Concern, Urgency, and Outrageous Celebration.
Do you live an “as it is in Heaven” lifestyle?
Church Culture matters! Let’s become a church that is...

A safe place for Seekers to listen in and ask questions.
A welcoming place for Repenters to find hope, peace, and freedom in Christ.
A place filled with Searchers who intentionally pray for and seek out the Lost.
A place with Rejoicers who celebrate when the Lost are Found...as it is in Heaven.
A place that calls Grumblers and Unconcerned to repent and return to the Heart of God.

What Sends Heaven into Celebration! Part A

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 23:18:35 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:8-10

God’s Heart for Lost Sinners is marked by Concern, Urgency, and Outrageous Celebration.
Do you live an “as it is in Heaven” lifestyle?
Church Culture matters! Let’s become a church that is...

a safe place for Seekers to listen in and ask questions;
a welcoming place for Repenters to find hope, peace, and freedom in Christ;
a place filled with searchers who intentionally pray for and seek out the Lost;
a place with rejoicers who celebrate when the Lost are Found...as it is in Heaven;
a place that calls grumblers and unconcerned to repent and return to the Heart of God.

The Heart of God Toward Lost Sinners, Part B

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke APastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:1-7

God is deeply concerned about the Lost.
God is tender toward the Found.
God is full of joy when sinners repent—and He wants us to Rejoice with Him!

Application for Us:

What does God want me to set aside (Leave) so I can consistently pursue the Lost?
Where does God want me to Go in search of the Lost?
Who does God want me to search for?

The Heart of God Toward Lost Sinners, Part A

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!

Text: Luke 15:1-7

God is deeply concerned about the Lost.
God is tender toward the Found.
God is full of joy when sinners repent—and He wants us to Rejoice with Him!

Application for Us:

What does God want me to set aside (leave) so I can consistently pursue the Lost?
Where does God want me to Go in search of the Lost?
Who does God want me to search for?

How to Live a Life of Abounding Hope, Part B

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Romans 15:1-13

The personal experience of abounding in Hope comes from:

A deeper understanding of who God is.
Pursuing a full life–full of Divine graces and personal trust.
Leaning into the power of the Holy Spirit within the Spirit-filled life.

How to Live a Life of Abounding Hope, Part A

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Romans 15:1-13

The personal experience of abounding in Hope comes from:

A deeper understanding of who God is.
Pursuing a full life–full of Divine graces and personal trust.
Leaning into the power of the Holy Spirit within the Spirit-filled life.

Prepare to be Amazed, Part B

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Acts 10:1-48

God loves people outside your "box." (vv. 1-16).
The Holy Spirit will lead you to reach people outside of your comfort zone. (vv. 17-28)
Your understanding of God's plans often follows your obedience to His promptings. (vv. 29-43)
You will be amazed as you watch the Spirit make outsiders into family by faith. (vv. 44-48)

Prepare to be Amazed, Part A

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Acts 10:1-48

God loves people outside your "box." (vv. 1-16).
The Holy Spirit will lead you to reach people outside of your comfort zone. (vv. 17-28)
Your understanding of God's plans often follows your obedience to His promptings. (vv. 29-43)
You will be amazed as you watch the Spirit make outsiders into family by faith. (vv. 44-48)

God’s Relentless Love Coming Through You, Part B

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Acts 9:1-22

God is working in ways you do not see. (vv. 1-9)
God wants to use you to seek the lost. (vv. 10-12)
God has plans and purposes for people in your life...beyond what you know. (vv. 13-16)
God wants to use you to share the message of Grace. (vv. 17-22).

God’s Relentless Love Coming Through You, Part A

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Acts 9:1-22

God is working in ways you do not see. (vv. 1-9)
God wants to use you to seek the lost. (vv. 10-12)
God has plans and purposes for people in your life...beyond what you know. (vv. 13-16)
God wants to use you to share the message of Grace. (vv. 17-22).

The Divine Setup, Part B

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Luke 19:1-10

God's love for us is visible in Jesus.
God's heart is to seek out lost sinners like us.
Have you embraced God's love by faith in Jesus?
Do you share God's heart for seeking lost sinners?

The Divine Setup, Part A

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: God's Relentless Love

Text: Luke 19:1-10

God's love for us is visible in Jesus.
God's heart is to seek out lost sinners like us.
Have you embraced God's love by faith in Jesus?
Do you share God's heart for seeking lost sinners?

Worship Together at the Lord's Supper

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Additional Scripture Texts:

Exodus 24:1-11
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Matthew 26:26-28
Hebrews 7:27
1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Worship That Exalts Christ, Part B

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

I undercut mutual worship of Christ when I actively engage in or passively tolerate... (v.17) >> Division: My selfish preferences above ministry to you; (vv.18-19) >> Despising: You have little or no value to me. (vv.20-22)
My greatest need in times of division or despising: Revealed truth! (v.23a)
The Lord's Supper-a time for us... >> to remember Christ. (vv.23b-25) >> to proclaim the means of salvation. (v.26) >> to examine ourselves. (vv.27-32) >> to minister. (vv.33-34)

Worship That Exalts Christ, Part A

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

I undercut mutual worship of Christ when I actively engage in or passively tolerate... (v.17) >> Division: My selfish preferences above ministry to you; (vv.18-19) >> Despising: You have little or no value to me. (vv.20-22)
My greatest need in times of division or despising: Revealed truth! (v.23a)
The Lord's Supper-a time for us... >> to remember Christ. (vv.23b-25) >> to proclaim the means of salvation. (v.26) >> to examine ourselves. (vv.27-32) >> to minister. (vv.33-34)

Grace and Glory in My Marriage, Part C

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:7-12

God designed my marriage to exhibit glory... (v.7) >> by understanding and pursuing our God-given, complementary purpose; (vv.8-10) >> by valuing Biblical interdependence. (vv.11-12)
My marriage will grow, even thrive, as I humble myself and obey God. (v.16)

Grace and Glory in My Marriage, Part B

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:7-12

God designed my marriage to exhibit glory... (v.7) >> by understanding and pursuing our God-given, complementary purpose; (vv.8-10) >> by valuing Biblical interdependence. (vv.11-12)
My marriage will grow, even thrive, as I humble myself and obey God. (v.16)

Grace and Glory in My Marriage, Part A

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:7-12

God designed my marriage to exhibit glory... (v.7) >> by understanding and pursuing our God-given, complementary purpose; (vv.8-10) >> by valuing Biblical interdependence. (vv.11-12)
My marriage will grow, even thrive, as I humble myself and obey God. (v.16)

Cultivating The Spirit Of My Marriage, Part B

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:4-6, 13-15

God wants my marriage to be spiritually vibrant. (vv. 4a, 5a) (Public worship is the overflow of private worship.)
God intended my marriage to be a place of (trinitarian/mutual) honor. (vv. 4b, 5b)
Disobedience will damage the spirit of my marriage. (vv. 5c-6, 13-15)
Cultivating a culture of honor and spiritual vibrancy within my marriage will result in powerful worship.

Cultivating The Spirit Of My Marriage, Part A

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:4-6, 13-15

God wants my marriage to be spiritually vibrant. (vv. 4a, 5a) (Public worship is the overflow of private worship.)
God intended my marriage to be a place of (trinitarian/mutual) honor. (vv. 4b, 5b)
Disobedience will damage the spirit of my marriage. (vv. 5c-6, 13-15)
Cultivating a culture of honor and spiritual vibrancy within my marriage will result in powerful worship.

Worshipping God in My Marriage, Part C

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:2-3

True worship requires aligning my doctrine and my practice with God's Word. (v.2)
Greater worship comes as I develop a heart of understanding. (v.3a)
Worship is embracing God's blueprint for my marriage. (v.3b)

Worshipping God in My Marriage, Part B

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:2-3

True worship requires aligning my doctrine and my practice with God's Word. (v.2)
Greater worship comes as I develop a heart of understanding. (v.3a)
Worship is embracing God's blueprint for my marriage. (v.3b)

Worshipping God in My Marriage, Part A

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship in Marriage

1 Corinthians 11:2-3

True worship requires aligning my doctrine and my practice with God's Word. (v.2)
Greater worship comes as I develop a heart of understanding. (v.3a)
Worship is embracing God's blueprint for my marriage. (v.3b)

Disciple-making…Modeled, Part B

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 11:1

Discipleship: a call to evaluate my priorities.
Discipleship: a call to develop meaningful relationships.
Discipleship: an invitation to growth and maturity.
Discipleship: a call to upgrade my passion and urgency.
Discipleship: a model to multiply.
Discipleship: a pursuit of the Ultimate.

Disciple-making…Modeled, Part A

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 11:1

Discipleship: a call to evaluate my priorities.
Discipleship: a call to develop meaningful relationships.
Discipleship: an invitation to growth and maturity.
Discipleship: a call to upgrade my passion and urgency.
Discipleship: a model to multiply.
Discipleship: a pursuit of the Ultimate.

Love That Brings Glory To God, Part B

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:23-33

The most frequent opportunities to bring glory to God are found in expressing love within my human relationships.

My primary purpose in life is to bring glory to God. (v.31)
Love weights the impact of actions on others. (v.23)
Love seeks the best outcome for others. (v.24)
Love protects the weaker brother or sister...(vv.25-30)...without falling into legalism or thanklessness.
Love eliminates unnecessary hindrances to the Gospel. (vv.32-33)

Love That Brings Glory To God, Part A

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:23-33

The most frequent opportunities to bring glory to God are found in expressing love within my human relationships.

My primary purpose in life is to bring glory to God. (v.31)
Love weights the impact of actions on others. (v.23)
Love seeks the best outcome for others. (v.24)
Love protects the weaker brother or sister...(vv.25-30)...without falling into legalism or thanklessness.
Love eliminates unnecessary hindrances to the Gospel. (vv.32-33)

Victory over Temptation, Part B

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 12:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:12-13

My overconfidence is a recipe for defeat, and ultimately disqualification. (v.12)
I must understand the commonness of temptation. (v.13a)
Overcoming temptation is really about trusting my faithful Father. (v.13b)
I must trust God to... (v.13c)

know my limits,
provide my escape,
and empower my victory.

Victory over Temptation, Part A

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:12-13

My overconfidence is a recipe for defeat, and ultimately disqualification. (v.12)
I must understand the commonness of temptation. (v.13a)
Overcoming temptation is really about trusting my faithful Father. (v.13b)
I must trust God to... (v.13c)

know my limits,
provide my escape,
and empower my victory.

Eradicating Idols, Empowering Worship, Part B

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:1-11

Idolaters demand humanistic worship; Believers crave transcendent worship. (v.7b)
Idolaters prioritize worldly pleasure; Believers live for unseen reward. (v.8)
Idolaters demand specific timing; Believers rest in providence. (v.9)
Idolaters act based on human capacity; Believers act based on Divine capacity. (v.10)

My spiritual experiences do not equal spiritual transformation. (vv.1-5)
If corruption happened to them, it can happen to me too. (v.6)
An appetite for idolatry is evidence of my forgetfulness or unbelief. (v.7a)
I must choose: a life of Idol-chasing or Christ-exalting worship.
A heart of worship will emerge as I receive Biblical instruction. (v.11)

Eradicating Idols, Empowering Worship, Part A

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 10:1-11

Idolaters demand humanistic worship; Believers crave transcendent worship. (v.7b)
Idolaters prioritize worldly pleasure; Believers live for unseen reward. (v.8)
Idolaters demand specific timing; Believers rest in providence. (v.9)
Idolaters act based on human capacity; Believers act based on Divine capacity. (v.10)

My spiritual experiences do not equal spiritual transformation. (vv.1-5)
If corruption happened to them, it can happen to me too. (v.6)
An appetite for idolatry is evidence of my forgetfulness or unbelief. (v.7a)
I must choose: a life of Idol-chasing or Christ-exalting worship.
A heart of worship will emerge as I receive Biblical instruction. (v.11)

The Mindset of a Disciple-maker, Part B

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:24-27

You must have the mindset of a (soul) winner. (vv.24-25)
Your temptation: Random living. (v.26)
Your tragedy: Random living which results in a failed examination. (v.27b)
Your triumph: A disciplined, intentional life dedicated to advancing the Gospel. (v.27a)

The Mindset of a Disciple-maker, Part A

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:24-27

You must have the mindset of a (soul) winner. (vv.24-25)
Your temptation: Random living. (v.26
Your tragedy: Random living which results in a failed examination. (v.27b)
Your triumph: A disciplined, intentional life dedicated to advancing the Gospel. (v.27a)

The Heart of a Disciple-maker, Part B

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Winning More: A choice I must make. (v.19)
Winning More: A price I must pay. (vv.20-22)
Winning More: A message I must live for. (v.23a)
Winning More: Blessings I can share. (v.23b)

The Heart of a Disciple-maker, Part A

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Winning More: A choice I must make. (v.19)
Winning More: A price I must pay. (vv.20-22)
Winning More: A message I must live for. (v.23a)
Winning More: Blessings I can share. (v.23b)

Celebrating a Life of Purpose, Part B

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:15-18

Am I living the Christian life with joyful passion? (v.15)
Joyful passion intensifies with an understanding of my stewardship from God. (vv.16-17)
Joyful passion overflows as I serve beyond what is expected. (v.18)

Celebrating a Life of Purpose, Part A

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:15-18

Am I living the Christian life with joyful passion? (v.15)
Joyful passion intensifies with an understanding of my stewardship from God. (vv.16-17)
Joyful passion overflows as I serve beyond what is expected. (v.18)

Seeing My Rights...Differently, Part B

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:21:26 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:1-14

"I have rights based on..."

eternal life: I am a citizen of Heaven; (v.1a)
status; (v.1b)
personal investment; (vv.1c-2)
equality; (vv.4-6, 12a)
common sense, and common courtesy; (vv.7-8a)
God's Word; (vv.8b-11)
Christ's teaching. (vv.13-14)

I can choose to yield my rights. (v.12b)
Yielding my rights will cause me to experience discomfort. (v.12c)
Yielding my rights will open a door for greater, Gospel impact. (v.12d)

Seeing My Rights...Differently, Part A

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 9:1-14

"I have rights based on..."

eternal life: I am a citizen of Heaven; (v.1a)
status; (v.1b)
personal investment; (vv.1c-2)
equality; (vv.4-6, 12a)
common sense, and common courtesy; (vv.7-8a)
God's Word; (vv.8b-11)
Christ's teaching. (vv.13-14)

Read me my Rights!
I can choose to yield my rights. (v.12b)
Yielding my rights will cause me to experience discomfort. (v.12c)
Yielding my rights will open a door for greater, Gospel impact. (v.12d)

A New Perspective on Making Disciples, Part B

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 8:7-13

I will always have Christians in my life that are less mature than me. (v.7)
I must be aware of how my freedom is impacting other believers. (vv.8-11)
Failure to care for my brother or sister in Christ is sin. (v.12)
Worship is demonstrating a commitment to sacrificial, patient, and relentless Love. (v.13)

The Issue: My perspective on weaker believers...

My bother to be avoided, an interruption to my agenda; or,
My brother to be served, my God-given privilege in disciple-making.

A New Perspective on Making Disciples, Part A

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 8:7-13

I will always have Christians in my life that are less mature than me. (v.7)
I must be aware of how my freedom is impacting other believers. (vv.8-11)
Failure to care for my brother or sister in Christ is sin. (v.12)
Worship is demonstrating a commitment to sacrificial, patient, and relentless Love. (v.13)

The Issue: My perspective on weaker believers...

My bother to be avoided, an interruption to my agenda; or,
My brother to be served, my God-given privilege in disciple-making.

The Power of Worship, Part B

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 8:1-6

The purpose of theological knowledge is to provide freedom (to me). (v. 1b)
Misapplied theological knowledge reveals my ignorance... seen in reckless freedom and arrogance. (vv. 1c, 2)
Theological knowledge combined with Biblical love... will result in substantive edification. (vv. 1d, 3)
My theological knowledge is central to my personal worship. (vv. 4-6)

Conclusion: Does my Biblical knowledge empower my God-centered worship and build up other believers?

The Power of Worship, Part A

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Worship

1 Corinthians 8:1-6

The purpose of theological knowledge is to provide freedom (to me). (v. 1b)
Misapplied theological knowledge reveals my ignorance... seen in reckless freedom and arrogance. (vv. 1c, 2)
Theological knowledge combined with Biblical love... will result in substantive edification. (vv. 1d, 3)
My theological knowledge is central to my personal worship. (vv. 4-6)

Conclusion: Does my Biblical knowledge empower my God-centered worship and build up other believers?

An Easter Prayer, Part B

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 20:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ephesians 1:15-23

God wants to transform your knowledge about Him to knowledge of Him.
God wants you to have a greater grasp on rich hope, glorious treasuredness, and life-altering power.
God invites you to live in light of His Resurrection power, seen in our Risen Savior.

An Easter Prayer, Part A

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:30:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: Ephesians 1:15-23

God wants to transform your knowledge about Him to knowledge of Him.
God wants you to have a greater grasp on rich hope, glorious treasuredness, and life-altering power.
God invites you to live in light of His Resurrection power, seen in our Risen Savior.

Secular Living or Living by the Spirit, Part B

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:15:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Secular Christianity is devoid of life and power.
Living by the Spirit--are you...

keeping in step with the Spirit’s transformation?
listening to the Spirit’s voice?
leaning into the Spirit’s power?
resting in the Spirit’s presence?

Secular Living or Living by the Spirit, Part A

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Secular Christianity is devoid of life and power.

Living by the Spirit--are you...

keeping in step with the Spirit’s transformation?
listening to the Spirit’s voice?
leaning into the Spirit’s power?
resting in the Spirit’s presence?

Cancel Culture or Grace Culture, Part B

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Cancel Culture is a spiritual and relational dead end.
Jesus uncanceled you by grace.
You are invited to be an ambassador of Grace Culture.

Cancel Culture or Grace Culture, Part A

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Cancel Culture is a spiritual and relational dead end.
Jesus uncanceled you by grace.
You are invited to be an ambassador of Grace Culture.

The Transforming Impact of Humility Before God, Part B

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Isaiah 66:1-2

God esteems your commitment to lower yourself:

...into greater dependence on Him.
…by acknowledging your brokenness before Him.
...in great reverence for the truth of His Word.

The Transforming Impact of Humility Before God, Part A

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Isaiah 66:1-2

God esteems your commitment to lower yourself:

...into greater dependence on Him.

…by acknowledging your brokenness before Him.
...in great reverence for the truth of His Word.

Radical Love, Part B

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:48:32 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Matthew 22:34-40

Love your God with unreserved and uncompartmentalized adoration.
Love your neighbor with natural comparison and unnatural Christ-likeness.

Radical Love, Part A

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:45:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Matthew 22:34-40

Love your God with unreserved and uncompartmentalized adoration.
Love your neighbor with natural comparison and unnatural Christ-likeness.

The Power of Remembering, Part A

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:15:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

The Revival We Need

Text: Deuteronomy 5

Remember what God did in Scripture.
Remember what God has done in America.
Remember what God has done in your own life.
Remembering inspires us toward hope in God.

How To Influence Our Culture, Part B

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:45:34 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: 1 Timothy 2, Jeremiah 29, 2 Corinthians 5

We are Citizens, Exiles, and Ambassadors–each role is critical to effective influence in our culture.
As a Citizen, you need to pray for this city to experience God’s power.
As an Exile, you need to seek the welfare of this city, so that it reflects God’s glory.
As an Ambassador, you need to present the message of reconciliation, so this city encounters God’s grace.

How To Influence Our Culture, Part A

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:30:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Text: 1 Timothy 2, Jeremiah 29, 2 Corinthians 5

We are Citizens, Exiles, and Ambassadors–each role is critical to effective influence in our culture.
As a Citizen, you need to pray for this city to experience God’s power.
As an Exile, you need to seek the welfare of this city, so that it reflects God’s glory.
As an Ambassador, you need to present the message of reconciliation, so this city encounters God’s grace.

Trust My Heavenly Father, Part B

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:15:49 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Trust My Heavenly Father

Your Heavenly Father provides for His creation; Don't be anxious. (Matthew 6:25-31)
Your Heavenly Father knows your needs; Don't be anxious. (Matthew 6:32-34)
Your Heavenly Father gives good gifts; Ask Him to meet your needs. (Matthew 7:7-11)

Trust My Heavenly Father, Part A

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 15:00:21 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Trust My Heavenly Father

Your Heavenly Father provides for His creation; Don't be anxious. (Matthew 6:25-31)
Your Heavenly Father knows your needs; Don't be anxious. (Matthew 6:32-34)
Your Heavenly Father gives good gifts; Ask Him to meet your needs. (Matthew 7:7-11)

Find Joy in Generosity, Part B

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:45:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Find Joy in Generosity

Joy comes as you invest your heart/treasure in five things that God blesses...

Invest in Honoring God. (Proverbs 3:9-10)
Invest in Testing God. (Malachi 3:6-11)
Invest in Gospel-Focused Relationships. (2 Corinthians 9:6-15)
Invest in a Multiplication Mentality, not Miser Mentality.
Invest in Cheerful Generosity, not Compliance Giving.

Find Joy in Generosity, Part A

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:45:40 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Find Joy in Generosity

Joy comes as you invest your heart/treasure in five things that God blesses...

Invest in Honoring God. (Proverbs 3:9-10)
Invest in Testing God. (Malachi 3:6-11)
Invest in Gospel-Focused Relationships. (2 Corinthians 9:6-15)
Invest in a Multiplication Mentality, not Miser Mentality.
Invest in Cheerful Generosity, not Compliance Giving.

Trust God Completely, Part B

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:15:16 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Trust God Completely

Faithful Stewardship involves Trusting God Completely in your finances. (Proverbs 3:5-8)
Your trust in God is strengthened as you learn how to be content in every situation. (Philippians 4:10-13)
Your trust in God is evident by your level of thankfulness. (Colossians 3:15-17)

Trust God Completely, Part A

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:15:35 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Trust God Completely

Faithful Stewardship involves Trusting God Completely in your finances. (Proverbs 3:5-8)
Your trust in God is strengthened as you learn how to be content in every situation. (Philippians 4:10-13)
Your trust in God is evident by your level of thankfulness. (Colossians 3:15-17)

Prepare For The Future, Part B

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:45:23 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

Faithful Stewardship involves planning wisely with your finances. (Proverbs 21:5)
You need a wise plan for increasing your resources. (Proverbs 13:11)
You need a wise plan for addressing the future needs of your household. (Proverbs 6:6-8)
You need a wise plan for investing your resources by faith in God's agenda. (Matthew 6:19-21)

Prepare For The Future, Part A

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 12:00:03 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

Faithful Stewardship involves planning wisely with your finances. (Proverbs 21:5)
You need a wise plan for increasing your resources. (Proverbs 13:11)
You need a wise plan for addressing the future needs of your household. (Proverbs 6:6-8)
You need a wise plan for investing your resources by faith in God's agenda. (Matthew 6:19-21)

Provide for My Household, Part B

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:00:01 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

Faithful Stewardship means that I must provide for my household. (1Tim 5:8)
Faithful Stewardship stands on three legs: working diligently, trusting God completely, and planning wisely.
Providing for my household requires Working Diligently. (Gen 2:15; Prov 28:19-20)
Providing for my household depends upon Trusting God Completely. (Matt 6:25-34; Prov 10:22)

Provide for My Household, Part A

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:00:38 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

Faithful Stewardship means that I must provide for my household. (1Tim 5:8)
Faithful Stewardship stands on three legs: Working Diligently, Trusting God Completely, and Planning Wisely.
Providing for my household requires Working Diligently. (Gen 2:15; Prov 28:19-20)
Providing for my household depends upon Trusting God Completely. (Matt 6:25-34; Prov 10:22)

Embrace Stewardship, Part B

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:08:38 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

Stewardship begins with ownership: Do you live like God owns it all? (Deut 10:14; 8:17-19)
Stewardship is directly connected to worship: Whom are you actively serving? (Matt 6:24)
Stewardship is leading toward an evaluation: Are you a faithful steward? (Matt 25:13-30)

Embrace Stewardship, Part A

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:00:59 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Money God's Way

My Heart Set Free To...Embrace Stewardship

Stewardship begins with ownership: Do you live like God owns it all? (Deut 10:14; 8:17-19)
Stewardship is directly connected to worship: Whom are you actively serving? (Matt 6:24)
Stewardship is leading toward an evaluation: Are you a faithful steward? (Matt 25:13-30)

Give Me The Giants Please, Part B

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:45:12 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Off Script

Joshua 14, Numbers 13-14

Do you have a desire to finish well (awesome) and leave a legacy of faith?

The requirements for finishing awesome:

Follow God wholeheartedly.
Trust God to keep His promises, even through periods of waiting.
Fight the giants that are standing between you and God’s purposes.

The reward for finishing awesome:

A legacy of faith and blessing that enables the next generation to flourish.

Give Me The Giants Please, Part A

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:45:11 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Off Script

Joshua 14, Numbers 13-14

Do you have a desire to finish well and leave a legacy of faith?

The requirements for finishing well:

Follow God wholeheartedly.
Trust God to keep His promises, even through periods of waiting.
Fight the giants that are standing between you and God’s purposes.

The reward for finishing well:

A legacy of faith and blessing that enables the next generation to flourish.

Living for Christ Together, Part B

Wed, 31 May 2023 10:15:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 21-24

1. My Mindset as a Follower of Jesus Christ: (v.13)

Be Focused.
Be Grounded.
Be Courageous.
Be Strengthened.

2. My Motivation as a Follower of Jesus Christ: (vv.14, 21-24)

Love the Lord!
Bring the gift of grace into any and every situation I encounter.
Let the love of Christ flow through me to others.

Living for Christ Together, Part A

Tue, 30 May 2023 10:00:16 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 21-24

1. My Mindset as a Follower of Jesus Christ: (v.13)

Be Focused.
Be Grounded.
Be Courageous.
Be Strengthened.

2. My Motivation as a Follower of Jesus Christ: (vv.14, 21-24)

Love the Lord!
Bring the gift of grace into any and every situation I encounter.
Let the love of Christ flow through me to others.

Building our Ministry Partnership, Part B

Mon, 29 May 2023 10:00:46 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:10-12, 15-20

Who do I need to encourage? (vv.10-11)
Who do I need to be patient with? (v.12)
Who do I need to respect and recognize? (vv.15-18)
Who do I need to reconnect with or reach out to? (vv.19-20)

Building our Ministry Partnership, Part A

Fri, 26 May 2023 16:00:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:10-12, 15-20

Who do I need to encourage? (vv.10-11)
Who do I need to be patient with? (v.12)
Who do I need to respect and recognize? (vv.15-18)
Who do I need to reconnect with or reach out to? (vv.19-20)

Investing Myself in Relationships, Part B

Thu, 25 May 2023 15:00:56 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:5-9

Disciple-making thrives when we are intentional about relationships.
Relationships can be maintained from a distance, but are developed in person. (vv.5-6)
Relationships can be maintained in passing, but depth comes with extended time together. (v.7a)
Our need for relationships must be submitted to God’s sovereignty. (v.7b)
Joy and fruitfulness come by investing myself in my present situation, not my preferred situation. (vv.8-9)

Investing Myself in Relationships, Part A

Wed, 24 May 2023 17:45:27 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:5-9

Disciple-making thrives when we are intentional about relationships.
Relationships can be maintained from a distance, but are developed in person. (vv.5-6)
Relationships can be maintained in passing, but depth comes with extended time together. (v.7a)
Our need for relationships must be submitted to God’s sovereignty. (v.7b)
Joy and fruitfulness come by investing myself in my present situation, not my preferred situation. (vv.8-9)

Investing My Resources in Relationships, Part B

Tue, 23 May 2023 10:00:41 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

1 Corinthians 16:1-4

God wants me to invest in Gospel-centered partnerships.
I need to look for ways to invest in broken or strained relationships. (v.1)
I need to intentionally invest in relationships as a steward of God’s resources. (v.2)
My investments will lead to mutual joy and Gospel partnership. (vv.3-4)

A Promise to Hold: God can turn my heart through my resources.
A Measurement to Observe: My resources reveal my priorities.
A Truth to Know: My future opportunities depend on my present stewardship.
An Attitude to Develop: Cheerfulness, not compulsion, is the heart of steward.

Investing My Resources in Relationships, Part A

Mon, 22 May 2023 10:00:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of Partnership

Text: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

God wants me to invest in Gospel-centered partnerships.
I need to look for ways to invest in broken or strained relationships. (v.1)
I need to intentionally invest in relationships as a steward of God’s resources. (v.2)
My investments will lead to mutual joy and Gospel partnership. (vv.3-4)

A Promise to Hold: God can turn my heart through my resources.
A Measurement to Observe: My resources reveal my priorities.
A Truth to Know: My future opportunities depend on my present stewardship.
An Attitude to Develop: Cheerfulness, not compulsion, is the heart of steward.

Fruitful Faith, Part B

Fri, 19 May 2023 10:00:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:12-15

Good works are evidence of personal faith.
Good works are an accelerator of mutual joy.
Good works intensify our growth within sanctification.
Are you ready for good works?
What can erode your commitment to good works?

Fruitful Faith, Part A

Thu, 18 May 2023 15:15:43 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:12-15

Good works are evidence of personal faith.
Good works are an accelerator of mutual joy.
Good works intensify our growth within sanctification.
Are you ready for good works?
What can erode your commitment to good works?

So You Want to Change the World, Part B

Wed, 17 May 2023 15:00:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:8-11

Develop and deepen your Gospel Convictions.
Dedicate yourself to daily Gospel Actions.
Desire and pray for more Gospel Impact.
But things go wrong when we become immeshed in:

Unnecessary discussion and distractions.
Unhelpful relational boundaries.

So You Want to Change the World, Part A

Tue, 16 May 2023 15:00:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:8-11

Develop and deepen your Gospel Convictions.
Dedicate yourself to daily Gospel Actions.
Desire and pray for more Gospel Impact.
But things go wrong when we become immeshed in:

Unnecessary discussion and distractions.
Unhelpful relational boundaries.

He Saved Us: Ancient Creed—Awesome Reality, Part B

Mon, 15 May 2023 15:00:19 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:3-8a

God’s love has appeared in Christ: Can you accept His love?
God’s mercy brings salvation: Will you believe on Christ?
God the Spirit transforms you: Will you celebrate new life?
God’s grace changed your status: Will you live forward with anticipation?

He Saved Us: Ancient Creed—Awesome Reality, Part A

Fri, 12 May 2023 15:00:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 3:3-8a

God’s love has appeared in Christ: Can you accept His love?
God’s mercy brings salvation: Will you believe on Christ?
God the Spirit transforms you: Will you celebrate new life?
God’s grace changed your status: Will you live forward with anticipation?

Three Ways to Engage and Influence Our Culture, Part B

Thu, 11 May 2023 15:45:08 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:15-3:3

Live out your authority structure with conviction and grace
Give a winsome apologetic of the Gospel: with your words, with your actions, with your tone/spirit
Represent Christ as an excellent ambassador

Three Ways to Engage and Influence Our Culture, Part A

Wed, 10 May 2023 15:45:23 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:15-3:3

Live out your authority structure with conviction and grace
Give a winsome apologetic of the Gospel: with your words, with your actions, with your tone/spirit
Represent Christ as an excellent ambassador

Inspired and Energized for Grace Works, Part B

Tue, 09 May 2023 15:45:41 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:11-14

Grace Works are inspired:

by the personal appearances of Christ
by the instructing influence of grace in the power of the Spirit
by the grace and love of Christ for you

Inspired and Energized for Grace Works, Part A

Mon, 08 May 2023 15:45:02 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:11-14

Grace Works are inspired:

by the personal appearances of Christ
by the instructing influence of grace in the power of the Spirit
by the grace and love of Christ for you

High Impact, Visible Gospel Witness, Part B

Fri, 05 May 2023 15:30:45 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:1-10

Gospel Witness is empowered by consistent, transformed behavior.

Finish Strong(er) in Faith
Invest in Others
Build a Christ-centered Home Culture
Build a Reputation of Christ-like Integrity

Gospel Witness is adorned by our response to hopeless or unchangeable life situations.

High Impact, Visible Gospel Witness, Part A

Thu, 04 May 2023 15:30:33 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 2:1-10

Gospel Witness is empowered by consistent, transformed behavior.

Finish Strong(er) in Faith
Invest in Others
Build a Christ-centered Home Culture
Build a Reputation of Christ-like Integrity

Gospel Witness is adorned by our response to hopeless or unchangeable life situations.

Step Into The Gospel Gap, Part B

Wed, 03 May 2023 15:30:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 1:5-16

Why has God positioned you right where you are—right now?

See the Gospel Gap
Be a Gospel Gap Influencer
Bring the Gospel into the Gap

Step Into The Gospel Gap, Part A

Tue, 02 May 2023 15:30:09 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 1:5-16

Why has God positioned you right where you are—right now?

See the Gospel Gap
Be a Gospel Gap Influencer
Bring the Gospel into the Gap

Living with Vibrant Faith, Part B

Mon, 01 May 2023 15:15:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 1:1-4

Healthy, Fruitful Faith:

has momentum on the Discipleship Pathway.
is Vertical—celebrating God’s election, promises, and resources.
leads to mutual Gospel partnership and affection.

Living with Vibrant Faith, Part A

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:15:50 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Healthy, Fruitful Faith

Text: Titus 1:1-4

Healthy, Fruitful Faith:

has momentum on the Discipleship Pathway.
is Vertical—celebrating God’s election, promises, and resources.
leads to mutual Gospel partnership and affection.

Dwelling In Hope, Part B

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:45:04 -0400

Special Guest: Carrie Holt

Dwelling In Hope, Part A

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:45:53 -0400

Special Guest: Carrie Holt

Pillar Four: Relentless Prayer, Part B

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:45:27 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: John 15, Luke 11

Access: Do I have access to God in prayer?
Alignment: Is my request aligned with the will of God?
Impact: Will my prayer lead to supernatural intervention by God?
Faith: Do I pray (cry out) to God in faith, both with urgency and consistency?

Pillar Four: Relentless Prayer, Part A

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:00:38 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: John 15, Luke 11

Access: Do I have access to God in prayer?
Alignment: Is my request aligned with the will of God?
Impact: Will my prayer lead to supernatural intervention by God?
Faith: Do I pray (cry out) to God in faith, both with urgency and consistency?

Pillar Three: Life In The Spirit, Part B

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Galatians 5

The Spirit is our Redemptive Advocate

Life in the Spirit means we are…

Made Alive by the Spirit: Born Again and Sealed
Growing as we keep in step with the Spirit: Discipled and Transformed
Fruitful Witnesses by the Spirit: Empowered for Service and Impact

Pillar Three: Life In The Spirit, Part A

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:00:34 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Galatians 5

The Spirit is our Redemptive Advocate

Life in the Spirit means we are…

Made Alive by the Spirit: Born Again and Sealed
Growing as we keep in step with the Spirit: Discipled and Transformed
Fruitful Witnesses by the Spirit: Empowered for Service and Impact

Pillar Two: The Gospel of Jesus, Part B

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:10 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Ephesians 2

The Gospel is Good News about:

God’s wrath, love, grace, and mercy in Jesus.
The advent, death, resurrection, and return of Jesus.

The Gospel of Jesus:

Receive it by faith.
Rest in it.
Live in it.
Celebrate it.
Share it.

Pillar Two: The Gospel of Jesus, Part A

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:30:59 -0400

Series: Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Ephesians 2

The Gospel is Good News about:

God’s wrath, love, grace, and mercy in Jesus.

The advent, death, resurrection, and return of Jesus.

The Gospel of Jesus:

-Receive it by faith.

-Rest in it.

-Live in it.

-Celebrate it.

-Share it.

Pillar One: The Word of God, Part B

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:44:21 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Psalm 119:97

You must build on the Foundation of God’s Word: Inspiration, Sufficiency, and Inerrancy.

You can experience life Transformation through God’s Word:

Authority

Deep Love

Daily Meditation

Pillar One: The Word of God, Part A

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:30:48 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Four Pillars of Vertical Church

Text: Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Psalm 119:97

You must build on the Foundation of God’s Word: Inspiration, Sufficiency, and Inerrancy.

You can experience life Transformation through God’s Word:

Authority

Deep Love

Daily Meditation

Total Victory (Part B)

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:08:30 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

1A) Total Victory requires that I receive a new body. (vv. 50, 53)

2A) I should expect Total Victory to bring quick and comprehensive change. (vv. 51-52)

3A) Total Victory should lead me to great celebration and appreciation. (vv. 54-57)

4A) The Total Victory yet to come should impact my present mindset and priorities. (v. 58)

Total Victory (Part B)

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:08:30 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

1A) Total Victory requires that I receive a new body. (vv. 50, 53)

2A) I should expect Total Victory to bring quick and comprehensive change. (vv. 51-52)

3A) Total Victory should lead me to great celebration and appreciation. (vv. 54-57)

4A) The Total Victory yet to come should impact my present mindset and priorities. (v. 58)

Total Victory (Part A)

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:12:50 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

1A) Total Victory requires that I receive a new body. (vv. 50, 53)

2A) I should expect Total Victory to bring quick and comprehensive change. (vv. 51-52)

3A) Total Victory should lead me to great celebration and appreciation. (vv. 54-57)

4A) The Total Victory yet to come should impact my present mindset and priorities. (v. 58)

Total Victory (Part A)

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:12:50 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

1A) Total Victory requires that I receive a new body. (vv. 50, 53)

2A) I should expect Total Victory to bring quick and comprehensive change. (vv. 51-52)

3A) Total Victory should lead me to great celebration and appreciation. (vv. 54-57)

4A) The Total Victory yet to come should impact my present mindset and priorities. (v. 58)

Awaiting My Redesigned Body (Part B)

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:14:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49

1A) Three important questions for us to consider:

• How will God raise our bodies?

• What will our resurrected bodies be like?

• How does God want me to live now?

Awaiting My Redesigned Body (Part B)

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:14:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49

1A) Three important questions for us to consider:

• How will God raise our bodies?

• What will our resurrected bodies be like?

• How does God want me to live now?

Awaiting My Redesigned Body (Part A)

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 15:15:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49

1A) Three important questions for us to consider:

• How will God raise our bodies?

• What will our resurrected bodies be like?

• How does God want me to live now?

Awaiting My Redesigned Body (Part A)

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 15:15:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49

1A) Three important questions for us to consider:

• How will God raise our bodies?

• What will our resurrected bodies be like?

• How does God want me to live now?

The Power of Perspective (Part B)

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:16:18 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Title: The Power of Perspective

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:20-34

1A) You have an amazing life coming soon. (vv. 20-22)

2A) You have a hopeful future coming soon. (vv. 23-28)

3A) You also have some very real distractions to avoid right now. (vv. 29-34)

The Power of Perspective (Part B)

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:16:18 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Title: The Power of Perspective

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:20-34

1A) You have an amazing life coming soon. (vv. 20-22)

2A) You have a hopeful future coming soon. (vv. 23-28)

3A) You also have some very real distractions to avoid right now. (vv. 29-34)

The Power of Perspective (Part A)

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:16:48 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

My Church Filled With God's Power | The Power of the Resurrection

Title: The Power of Perspective

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:18:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part II (C)

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:18:58 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part II (B)

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:19:51 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part II (B)

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:19:51 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part II (A)

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:00:43 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1 Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1 Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part II (A)

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:00:43 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:25-33

1A) God calls a husband to navigate his marriage by faith toward:

• Oneness. (Eph 5:28-31)

• The Gospel of Grace. (1Pet 3:7)

• A Continuous Climate of Love and Respect. (Eph 5:33)

2A) God calls a husband to build his marriage by faith through:

• Sacrificially Loving his wife. (Eph 5:25)

• Nourishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Cherishing his wife. (Eph 5:29)

• Honoring his wife. (1 Pet 3:7)

• Maintaining Open Communication with Him in Prayer. (1 Pet 3:7)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (C)

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:44:20 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (C)

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:44:20 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (B)

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:47:47 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled Submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered Influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level Beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (B)

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:47:47 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled Submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered Influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level Beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (A)

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 16:49:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled Submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered Influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level Beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Developing a Christ-Exalting Marriage: Part I (A)

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 16:49:54 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Peter 3:1-6

1) God calls wives to walk by faith through:

• Spirit-filled Submission to her husband's leadership. (Eph 5:21-24)

• Gospel-centered Influence in her marriage and home. (1 Pet 3:1-2)

• Heart-level Beauty seen in a gentle and quiet spirit. (1 Pet 3:3-6)

Building a Strong Foundation in Marriage (Part B)

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:52:13 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Matthew 19:3-9

1) God is the architect and defender of marriage.

2) Four God-given essentials in building the foundation of your marriage:
a. Leaving all previous allegiances and loyalties.
b. Holding fast to the one person you have chosen to marry.
c. Pursing the fullness of a new marriage identity.
d. Removing all influences that would undermine God's work.

3) My marriage happiness: resting on holiness of heart or hardness of heart?

Building a Strong Foundation in Marriage (Part B)

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:52:13 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Matthew 19:3-9

1) God is the architect and defender of marriage.

3) My marriage happiness: resting on holiness of heart or hardness of heart?

Building a Strong Foundation in Marriage (Part A)

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:53:43 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Matthew 19:3-9

1) God is the architect and defender of marriage.

3) My marriage happiness: resting on holiness of heart or hardness of heart?

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:57:53 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 6:1-4

1A) The goal of our parenting is to facilitate reconciliation between little (or big) hearts and their loving Father.

2A) Three Essentials in Biblical Parenting: (v. 4)

• We must avoid the pitfalls of self-centered parenting.

• We must discipline our children in love as their Heavenly Father soon will.

• We must instruct our children in the ways of their Heavenly Father.

Biblical Parenting (Part B)

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:57:53 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Ephesians 6:1-4

1A) The goal of our parenting is to facilitate reconciliation between little (or big) hearts and their loving Father.

2A) Three Essentials in Biblical Parenting: (v. 4)

• We must avoid the pitfalls of self-centered parenting.

• We must discipline our children in love as their Heavenly Father soon will.

• We must instruct our children in the ways of their Heavenly Father.

Being a Household of True Worship (Part B)

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 16:59:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Joshua 24:14-15

1A) The household is the real house of worship.

2A) Your household is where:
• You will fear the Lord (or not).
• You will serve the Lord (or not).
• You will put away God substitutes (or not).
• You will experience spiritual redemption (or not).

3A) Today is the day to choose the future trajectory of your heart and household.

Being a Household of True Worship (Part B)

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 16:59:25 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Joshua 24:14-15

1A) The household is the real house of worship.

3A) Today is the day to choose the future trajectory of your heart and household.

Being a Household of True Worship (Part A)

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 17:01:49 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

Text: Joshua 24:14-15

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 18:04:45 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

1A) Men are created to bring protection-Give grace through strength. (Nehemiah 4:6-15)

2A) Men are created to step forward in chaos and ambiguity-Give grace through leadership. (Exodus 32:7-15)

3A) Men are created to take on impossible tasks-Give grace through fervent prayer. (1 Samuel 14:1-23)

4A) Men are created to give a redemptive legacy-Give grace through Christ-centered building. (Genesis 32:22-32)

God's Design for Men (Part B)

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 18:04:45 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

1A) Men are created to bring protection-Give grace through strength. (Nehemiah 4:6-15)

2A) Men are created to step forward in chaos and ambiguity-Give grace through leadership. (Exodus 32:7-15)

3A) Men are created to take on impossible tasks-Give grace through fervent prayer. (1 Samuel 14:1-23)

4A) Men are created to give a redemptive legacy-Give grace through Christ-centered building. (Genesis 32:22-32)

God's Design for Men (Part A)

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:05:51 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

1A) Men are created to bring protection-Give grace through strength. (Nehemiah 4:6-15)

2A) Men are created to step forward in chaos and ambiguity-Give grace through leadership. (Exodus 32:7-15)

3A) Men are created to take on impossible tasks-Give grace through fervent prayer. (1 Samuel 14:1-23)

4A) Men are created to give a redemptive legacy-Give grace through Christ-centered building. (Genesis 32:22-32)

God's Design for Men (Part A)

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:05:51 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

1A) Men are created to bring protection-Give grace through strength. (Nehemiah 4:6-15)

2A) Men are created to step forward in chaos and ambiguity-Give grace through leadership. (Exodus 32:7-15)

3A) Men are created to take on impossible tasks-Give grace through fervent prayer. (1 Samuel 14:1-23)

4A) Men are created to give a redemptive legacy-Give grace through Christ-centered building. (Genesis 32:22-32)

It's All About Worship (Part B)

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 18:07:34 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

You were masterfully created to worship God and exhibit His glory. (Revelation 4:1-11)
We chose to pursue degraded worship and dysfunctional glory. (Romans 1:16-32)
Christ redeemed you by grace and restored you to true worship and glory. (Revelation 5:1-14)

It's All About Worship (Part B)

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 18:07:34 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

You were masterfully created to worship God and exhibit His glory. (Revelation 4:1-11)
We chose to pursue degraded worship and dysfunctional glory. (Romans 1:16-32)
Christ redeemed you by grace and restored you to true worship and glory. (Revelation 5:1-14)

It's All About Worship (Part A)

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 18:09:15 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

You were masterfully created to worship God and exhibit His glory. (Revelation 4:1-11)
We chose to pursue degraded worship and dysfunctional glory. (Romans 1:16-32)
Christ redeemed you by grace and restored you to true worship and glory. (Revelation 5:1-14)

It's All About Worship (Part A)

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 18:09:15 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Created for Glory; Redeemed by Grace

You were masterfully created to worship God and exhibit His glory. (Revelation 4:1-11)
We chose to pursue degraded worship and dysfunctional glory. (Romans 1:16-32)
Christ redeemed you by grace and restored you to true worship and glory. (Revelation 5:1-14)

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed (Part B)

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 18:13:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26

1A) The Spirit is your Helper. (John 14:26)

2A) Helping in your life:

• Be being filled with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18)

• Manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-23)

3A) Helping in your relationship:

(Revelation 2:7; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 1 John 4:1-2; John 16:14-15)

• Be being led by the Spirit. (Galatians 5:18)

• Put your mind on the Spirit. (Romans 8:5-6)

• Remove Dysfunction. (1 Thess. 5:19; Eph. 4:30; Acts 7:51)

4A) Helping bless others through you:

• Through your witness. (Acts 1:8)

• Through your love and grace gifts. (1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:1)

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed (Part B)

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 18:13:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26

1A) The Spirit is your Helper. (John 14:26)

2A) Helping in your life:

• Be being filled with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18)

• Manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-23)

3A) Helping in your relationship:

(Revelation 2:7; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 1 John 4:1-2; John 16:14-15)

• Be being led by the Spirit. (Galatians 5:18)

• Put your mind on the Spirit. (Romans 8:5-6)

• Remove Dysfunction. (1 Thess. 5:19; Eph. 4:30; Acts 7:51)

4A) Helping bless others through you:

• Through your witness. (Acts 1:8)

• Through your love and grace gifts. (1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:1)

Growing Together as a Grace Community (Part A)

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 18:46:18 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

Text: 2 Peter 3:17-18

You are not unchanging; you are spiritually growing or drifting in some direction.

We grow together in community as:

We pursue, embrace and enjoy all the daily expressions of God’s favor toward us!
Our deepening relational knowledge of Christ shapes every aspect of our lives!

Growing Together as a Grace Community (Part A)

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 18:46:18 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

Text: 2 Peter 3:17-18

You are not unchanging; you are spiritually growing or drifting in some direction.

We grow together in community as:

We pursue, embrace and enjoy all the daily expressions of God’s favor toward us!
Our deepening relational knowledge of Christ shapes every aspect of our lives!

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed (Part A)

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 18:14:48 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26

1A) The Spirit is your Helper. (John 14:26)

2A) Helping in your life:

• Be being filled with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18)

• Manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-23)

3A) Helping in your relationship:

(Revelation 2:7; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 1 John 4:1-2; John 16:14-15)

• Be being led by the Spirit. (Galatians 5:18)

• Put your mind on the Spirit. (Romans 8:5-6)

• Remove Dysfunction. (1Thess. 5:19; Eph. 4:30; Acts 7:51)

4A) Helping bless others through you:

• Through your witness. (Acts 1:8)

• Through your love and grace gifts. (1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:1)

Holy Spirit In Me: Our Relationship Unleashed (Part A)

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 18:14:48 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26

1A) The Spirit is your Helper. (John 14:26)

2A) Helping in your life:

• Be being filled with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18)

• Manifesting the fruit of the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-23)

3A) Helping in your relationship:

(Revelation 2:7; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 1 John 4:1-2; John 16:14-15)

• Be being led by the Spirit. (Galatians 5:18)

• Put your mind on the Spirit. (Romans 8:5-6)

• Remove Dysfunction. (1Thess. 5:19; Eph. 4:30; Acts 7:51)

4A) Helping bless others through you:

• Through your witness. (Acts 1:8)

• Through your love and grace gifts. (1 Corinthians 12:7; 14:1)

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others (Part B)

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:16:36 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:7

The Spirit wants to use you as a channel of blessing. (v. 7a)
Your ability to bless others is a gift from the Spirit. (v. 7b)
The greatest blessing in the church comes as you manifest the Spirit. (v. 7c)
The purpose of your expression of the Spirit is mutual blessing. (v. 7d)

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others (Part B)

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:16:36 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:7

The Spirit wants to use you as a channel of blessing. (v. 7a)
Your ability to bless others is a gift from the Spirit. (v. 7b)
The greatest blessing in the church comes as you manifest the Spirit. (v. 7c)
The purpose of your expression of the Spirit is mutual blessing. (v. 7d)

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others (Part A)

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:17:47 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:7

The Spirit wants to use you as a channel of blessing. (v. 7a)
Your ability to bless others is a gift from the Spirit. (v. 7b)
The greatest blessing in the church comes as you manifest the Spirit. (v. 7c)
The purpose of your expression of the Spirit is mutual blessing. (v. 7d)

The Spirit: Enabling You to Bless Others (Part A)

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:17:47 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:7

The Spirit wants to use you as a channel of blessing. (v. 7a)
Your ability to bless others is a gift from the Spirit. (v. 7b)
The greatest blessing in the church comes as you manifest the Spirit. (v. 7c)
The purpose of your expression of the Spirit is mutual blessing. (v. 7d)

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit (Part B)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:20:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:3

1. Four levels of dysfunction in a relationship with the Holy Spirit:

• Quenching the Holy Spirit (1Thessalonians 5:19)

• Grieving the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30)

• Resisting the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)

• Blaspheming the Holy Spirit (Matthew 12:31-32)

2. Remove dysfunction through humility, repentance, and following the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25)

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit (Part B)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:20:24 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:3

1. Four levels of dysfunction in a relationship with the Holy Spirit:

• Quenching the Holy Spirit (1Thessalonians 5:19)

• Grieving the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30)

• Resisting the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)

• Blaspheming the Holy Spirit (Matthew 12:31-32)

2. Remove dysfunction through humility, repentance, and following the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25)

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit (Part A)

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:22:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:3

1. Four levels of dysfunction in a relationship with the Holy Spirit:

• Quenching the Holy Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19)

• Grieving the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30)

• Resisting the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)

• Blaspheming the Holy Spirit (Matthew 12:31-32)

2. Remove dysfunction through humility, repentance, and following the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25)

Avoiding a Dysfunctional Relationship with the Spirit (Part A)

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:22:00 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Ephesians 4:3

1. Four levels of dysfunction in a relationship with the Holy Spirit:

• Quenching the Holy Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19)

• Grieving the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30)

• Resisting the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)

• Blaspheming the Holy Spirit (Matthew 12:31-32)

2. Remove dysfunction through humility, repentance, and following the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25)

Setting My Mind on the Spirit (Part B)

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:24:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Romans 8:5-6; Romans 12:2

You are living with one of two very different mindsets. (v. 5)
Each mindset will lead you to very different results. (v. 6)
Transformation comes as you allow the Spirit to renew your mind. (Romans 12:2)

"Paul has a corresponding saying about those who "are according to the Spirit." Such people are not intermittently interested in the things of the Spirit; their whole being centers on them. What the Spirit does is their absorbing interest. We should not understand this as a self-centered concentration on the piece of Christian work in which they are engaged. It is rather a delighted contemplation of what the Spirit does wherever the Spirit chooses to move. It is the very opposite of a concentration on oneself, even on the service one renders to God."
-Leon Morris, The Epistle to the Romans

Setting My Mind on the Spirit (Part B)

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:24:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Romans 8:5-6; Romans 12:2

You are living with one of two very different mindsets. (v. 5)
Each mindset will lead you to very different results. (v. 6)
Transformation comes as you allow the Spirit to renew your mind. (Romans 12:2)

Setting My Mind on the Spirit (Part A)

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:26:07 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Romans 8:5-6; Romans 12:2

You are living with one of two very different mindsets. (v. 5)
Each mindset will lead you to very different results. (v. 6)
Transformation comes as you allow the Spirit to renew your mind. (Romans 12:2)

Setting My Mind on the Spirit (Part A)

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:26:07 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Romans 8:5-6; Romans 12:2

You are living with one of two very different mindsets. (v. 5)
Each mindset will lead you to very different results. (v. 6)
Transformation comes as you allow the Spirit to renew your mind. (Romans 12:2)

Building a Strong Relationship with the Holy Spirit (Part B)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 18:27:53 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Galatians 5:16-26

1A) The Helper: leading me into spiritual vitality

2A) A growing relationship with the Holy Spirit comes down to:

• Am I following the direction of the Holy Spirit?

• Am I manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit?

Building a Strong Relationship with the Holy Spirit (Part B)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 18:27:53 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Galatians 5:16-26

1A) The Helper: leading me into spiritual vitality

2A) A growing relationship with the Holy Spirit comes down to:

• Am I following the direction of the Holy Spirit?

• Am I manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit?

Building a Strong Relationship with the Holy Spirit (Part A)

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 18:29:39 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirt In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: Galatians 5:16-26

1A) The Helper: leading me into spiritual vitality

2A) A growing relationship with the Holy Spirit comes down to:

• Am I following the direction of the Holy Spirit?

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:34:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26; 16:13-14

1A) The Helper: Guiding us in the application of truth. (John 14:26; 16:13-14)

2A) The Helper in Action (Acts 10-11)

• When the Spirit initiates activity, we listen and follow.

• When the Spirit manifests in power, we serve and love.

• When the Spirit brings glory to God, we participate.

Holy Spirit: My Guide and Teacher in Truth (Part B)

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:34:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26; 16:13-14

1A) The Helper: Guiding us in the application of truth. (John 14:26; 16:13-14)

2A) The Helper in Action (Acts 10-11)

• When the Spirit initiates activity, we listen and follow.

• When the Spirit manifests in power, we serve and love.

• When the Spirit brings glory to God, we participate.

Holy Spirit: My Guide and Teacher in Truth (Part A)

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:35:28 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26; 16:13-14

1A) The Helper: Guiding us in the application of truth. (John 14:26; 16:13-14)

2A) The Helper in Action... (Acts 10-11)

• When the Spirit initiates activity, we listen and follow.

• When the Spirit manifests in power, we serve and love.

• When the Spirit brings glory to God, we participate.

Holy Spirit: My Guide and Teacher in Truth (Part A)

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:35:28 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:26; 16:13-14

1A) The Helper: Guiding us in the application of truth. (John 14:26; 16:13-14)

2A) The Helper in Action... (Acts 10-11)

• When the Spirit initiates activity, we listen and follow.

• When the Spirit manifests in power, we serve and love.

• When the Spirit brings glory to God, we participate.

Holy Spirit: My Supernatural Helper (Part B)

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:36:39 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:16-17

1A) The Holy Spirit is my supernatural helper: (John 14:16-17)

• Helping me move from death to life; (Titus 3:5)

• Helping me walk by faith; (Galatians 5:25)

• Helping me wait for the glory yet to come. (Galatians 5:5)

Holy Spirit: My Supernatural Helper (Part B)

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:36:39 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:16-17

1A) The Holy Spirit is my supernatural helper: (John 14:16-17)

• Helping me move from death to life; (Titus 3:5)

• Helping me walk by faith; (Galatians 5:25)

• Helping me wait for the glory yet to come. (Galatians 5:5)

Holy Spirit: My Supernatural Helper (Part A)

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 18:37:44 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Holy Spirit In Me | Our Relationship Unleashed

Text: John 14:16-17

1A) The Holy Spirit is my supernatural Helper: (John 14:16-17)

• Helping me move from death to life; (Titus 3:5)

• Helping me walk by faith; (Galatians 5:25)

• Helping me wait for the glory yet to come. (Galatians 5:5)

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 18:42:16 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Community Spread

Text: Various

You need to hear the voice of God, daily.
You absolutely want to draw near to God, daily.
Then, look to be an extension of the presence of Christ and the activity of Spirit, daily!

Experiencing the Presence of God, Daily (Part B)

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 18:42:16 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Community Spread

Text: Various

You need to hear the voice of God, daily.
You absolutely want to draw near to God, daily.
Then, look to be an extension of the presence of Christ and the activity of Spirit, daily!

Experiencing the Presence of God, Daily (Part A)

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 18:43:27 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Community Spread

Text: Various

You need to hear the voice of God, daily.
You absolutely want to draw near to God, daily.
Then, look to be an extension of the presence of Christ and the activity of Spirit, daily!

Experiencing the Presence of God, Daily (Part A)

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 18:43:27 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Series: Community Spread

Text: Various

You need to hear the voice of God, daily.
You absolutely want to draw near to God, daily.
Then, look to be an extension of the presence of Christ and the activity of Spirit, daily!

Growing Together as a Grace Community (Part B)

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:45:14 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

Text: 2 Peter 3:17-18

You are not unchanging—you are spiritually growing or drifting in some direction.

We grow together in community as:

We pursue, embrace and enjoy all the daily expressions of God’s favor toward us!
Our deepening relational knowledge of Christ shapes every aspect of our lives!

Growing Together as a Grace Community (Part B)

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:45:14 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

Text: 2 Peter 3:17-18

You are not unchanging—you are spiritually growing or drifting in some direction.

We grow together in community as:

We pursue, embrace and enjoy all the daily expressions of God’s favor toward us!
Our deepening relational knowledge of Christ shapes every aspect of our lives!

The Gospel, Implications, and Necessary Overflow into Compelling Witness

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 18:47:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Gospel is the center of all Christian life and witness.
The Gospel has implications as the Holy Spirit transforms you, from the inside out.
Your Gospel witness becomes far more compelling as non-believers/the lost observe you loving fellow believers, enemies/difficult people, and the poor/vulnerable.

The Gospel, Implications, and Necessary Overflow into Compelling Witness

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 18:47:31 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Gospel is the center of all Christian life and witness.
The Gospel has implications as the Holy Spirit transforms you, from the inside out.
Your Gospel witness becomes far more compelling as non-believers/the lost observe you loving fellow believers, enemies/difficult people, and the poor/vulnerable.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community (Part B)

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 18:49:21 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Christian Life is not a Sola.
The mission of Jesus requires us to engage in deep community.
The ministry of the Spirit empowers us to experience rich community.
Our Father is glorified in fruitful community.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community (Part B)

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 18:49:21 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Christian Life is not a Sola.
The mission of Jesus requires us to engage in deep community.
The ministry of the Spirit empowers us to experience rich community.
Our Father is glorified in fruitful community.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community (Part A)

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:50:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Christian Life is not a Sola.
The mission of Jesus requires us to engage in deep community.
The ministry of the Spirit empowers us to experience rich community.
Our Father is glorified in fruitful community.

Life Together in Trinitarian Community (Part A)

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:50:52 -0400

Pastor Luke Ahrens

Community Spread

The Christian Life is not a Sola.
The mission of Jesus requires us to engage in deep community.
The ministry of the Spirit empowers us to experience rich community.
Our Father is glorified in fruitful community.