Kroc Church Coeur d'Alene Podcast

Foundations

Sun, 12 May 2013 01:00:00 PST

When building a house, a strong foundation is a must, or even mild storms will destroy it. Jesus used that basic concept as an illustration of someone hearing his words & not putting them into practice.

Fruit

Sun, 5 May 2013 01:00:00 PST

Jesus said "Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks." Today, major Ben works through these few insightful verses and brings out the depth of their meaning.

Judgement

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:00:00 PST

Recovering from a technical glitch last week, Bill moves on in Luke with a message that paints a contrast between judging and being judgemental.

New Rules

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 01:00:00 PST

Jesus came with a deeper understanding of God than any that came before, or after him. Today, Major Tollerud speaks on the blessings and woes found in Luke 6 and brings the idea forward that these are the new rules for living.

Beginnings

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 01:00:00 PST

If you were to start a team to change the world, how would you do it? Jesus started by taking a walk around the lake.

Easter

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:00:00 PST

What would happen if someone had come to you and told you not to be afraid? What if they had just returned from death, proving there's no reason for fear in this life?

Remember the Sabbath

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:00:00 PST

The 4th commandment said to remember the sabbath and keep it holy. However, the Jews had added quite a bit to that idea. Today, Major Ben works through the beginning of Luke 6.

Party time

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:00:00 PST

The Pharisees attempted to corner Jesus on the topic of fasting by questioning why his disciples weren't fasting and John's disciples were. Jesus responds by questioning their reasoning.

Undesirable

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 01:00:00 PST

Jesus hung out with some of the lowest people on the social ladder, and in this case, it was the tax collectors. He was even questioned by the teachers of the law about the company that he chose to keep. Rather than respond with an arguement, he defuses their questions with one simple piece of reason.

Untouchable

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 01:00:00 PST

Leprosy was a sickness that was prevelant in biblical times, and a man that had the disease came to Jesus. However, Jesus doesn't react by protecting his own safety, instead he reaches to the man and heals him.

Gone Fishing

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:00:00 PST

Peter had spent the entire night trying to catch fish...and failed. Peter then learns quickly that success without Jesus is a much harder path to follow.

Authority

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 PST

Did Jesus have the authority to do the things that he did? After a crowd attempts to throw him off a cliff for simply pointing out truth, the demonic realm responds to Jesus very dfferently than some people have...by doing precisely what Jesus asked.

Deliverer

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 01:00:00 PST

It's commonly said that Jesus came to set people free, but set free from what? When Jesus returned to Galilee, the question was beginning to be answered.

Temptation

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:00:00 PST

Jesus was offered a quicker way to have his needs met after being in the desert, but he stuck with God's plan. Today Major Ben revisits the temptation of Jesus.

Genealogy

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:00:00 PST

Although it seems puzzling that Luke would spend 18 verses telling about 'the father of', it certainly must be there for a reason. Zak dives into the genealogy of Jesus & reminds us God's plan is bigger than just you.

Repentance and Fruit

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0700

Repentance basically means to change your mind & walk a different way, and fruit is a result of that action. Today, Zak walks through John the Baptist's directions to the people as to how what their fruit could look like, and how to handle the excess.

Lost

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 01:00:00 -0700

As Jesus parents headed home from Jerusalem, they discovered that Jesus wasn't with them. After a few frantic days of trying to locate their child, he's found, and puzzled at their fear & frustration in looking for him.

Expecting a Legacy

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

After Jesus birth, Mary & Joseph began doing all of the 'new parent' things required by the law. When they brought Jesus to Simeon, he told them to expect that their child will live a life that will pierce their own souls, as well as others.

Christmas

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Tonight, Major Ben tells of the beginning of the life that will change the world.

Zechariah's Song

Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

After spending months without an ability to speak, Zechariah completes the single task that God brought to him, and the first words out of his mouth is a song of praise. In today's message, Major Ben brings some lessons out of Zechariah's experience.

Mary's Song

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

When Elizabeth comments to Mary that she's incredibly blessed, she responds with a song. Isn't this peculiar? To shed some light on what was happening here, Zak digs through the idea of music & it's ability to communicate ideas that words alone can't express.

Blessed to Bear

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

In this weeks message, Zak reflects on the excitement Elizabeth has over the baby that Mary is about to have....and contrasts it against our modern society's value of life before birth.

Used by God

Sun, 2 Dec 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Most would say it is a desirable thing to be used by God. In Mary's case however, God's will became a startling reality months before the birth of Jesus. Today Zak Adams continues in the Luke series with a message that points out that doing the will of God isn't always going to be easy.

God Remembers

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Sometimes we spend time praying & are met with....silence. In Zechariah’s case however, his prayer wasn't silently ignored, but rather answered at a specific time in order to bring about God's plan. Major Ben visits the story about Zechariah today and evaluates it against our own desire to hear God's voice instead of silence.

Luke

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Today begins a new series on the book of Luke, with a message about how we can verify the authenticity of not only the book of Luke, but also the entire Bible.

The New Creation

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Sometimes, the old way just seems better. Stepping back into just following rules for the flesh may be comfortable, however it is a fruitless path to follow. Today, Zak wraps up the In Focus series with Paul's final remarks in the book of Galatians.

Principles of Harvest

Sun, 4 Nov 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Reaping what you sow is a timeless principle that seems to have been learned by everyone at one point or another in their lives. Today Major Ben gives light to the foundations of this idea in Galatians 6.

Bearing Other's Burdens

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Helping someone out with something they're struggling with is a reward in itself. However, keeping an awareness of your own weaknesses is key. Not only so that you don't get into the same trouble they are, but also to remember you're not perfect either. Today, Major Ben continues on in Galatians 6.

Which way?

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0700

The scripture in Major Ben's message today paints 2 different realities. You can live as you naturally feel led, and serve yourself...or you can make different choices & live in a different reality that serves God and others. The catch is that you can't serve both.

The Battle Within

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Maintaining a walk of faith in spite of ourselves in todays world is certainly a struggle. However, there is hope. Just the fact that there is a struggle means that there's an opposing force standing against your old ways. Today, Major Ben continues in Galatians and speaks about this internal conflict.

Love Your Neighbor

Sun, 7 Oct 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Paul said the entire law can be fulfilled by keeping one command: Love your neighbor as yourself. Bill moves on today and illustrates that there can only be one target for love: someone else, or yourself.

Pick One

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Faith doesn't work through lists, it works through love. Paul also stated that if you're trying to stand justified by follwing laws, you've fallen away from grace. Today, Bill Davenport continues in the Galatians series with chapter 5 and it's presentation of relationship vs rules.

World Services

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

The Salvation Army is a worldwide ministry that began in 1865. Today, the Northwest Divisional Commander, Major Tollerud, brings his story with the Salvation Army and some insight into what the Salvation Army does in other countries.

You Go First

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Throughout the Bible, the principle of reaping and sowing is brought up time & again. However, when it's talked about today, it's generally interpretted by the congregation as a thinly veiled plea for money. Today Major Ben visits this idea & illustrates that it's greater principle really isn't need, but rather the idea of cheerful giving.

Hagar, Sarah and the Galatians

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

As the Galatians grew in their faith, it wasn't without getting sidetracked & turning back to the way they used to do things. Because of this, Paul takes the time to explain an example of how things work with some illustration from Genesis. Today, Major Ben works through Paul's explanation to them in the end of Galatians 4.

What were you thinking?

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Sometimes kids do some puzzling things that really frustrate parents. In the same way, we as children of God do some puzzling things too. Today, Bill takes us through Paul's experience with some things that perplexed him about the Galatians.

Contracted To Bless

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Before the law was issued, Abraham had a contractual of relationship with God based on a simple promise. Today, Zak points out that as Christians, our relationship with God isn't derived from the law, but rather a promise made to Abraham.

Bewitched

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0700

The Galatians accepted salvation as a gift, as something they never could have accomplished on their own. However, an idea has captivated them that they should use works as the fuel for their Christian walk, and Paul responds simply with some thought provoking questions. Today Zak moves on in Galatians with chapter 3.

Rescue

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0700

If a person is trapped in a mine, but can get themselves out on their own, then what is the need of a rescue mission? In the same way, if a person could be justified by following rules derived from the law, then what was the point of the cross? Today, Major Ben continues his series with Galatians 2.

Hypocrite

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 01:00:00 -0700

It's not unheard of to hear a Christian called a hypocrite. Normally, the situation involves a person living one way, then encouraging others to live another way. In this week's message, Major Ben provides insight to a conflict between Paul & Peter over this very situation.

Legalism

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0700

What effect do rules have on freedom? What about their effects on experiencing God's grace? How about love? Today, Major Ben works through Paul's experiences in the matter with the 2nd chapter of Galatians.

What's Your Story?

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Paul had a history of not being the nicest guy on the planet. However, there is a point when Paul's story is interrupted and Paul is no longer writing it. Today, Zak digs through Pauls story & encourages us to tell our story.

Errors In Focus

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Is Jesus enough? Maybe we should add some rules into the mix, or maybe he's done enough that we can get away with anything? In this weeks podcast, Zak tackles Paul's reaction to these questions in Galatians 1.

The Bottom Line

Sun, 8 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Some people do everything except get to the point. Rather than allow some foggy notion to exist, Jesus directly answered the question of what the cost was to follow him. Today Major Ben examines Jesus words in Matthew 24.

Building the Church

Sun, 1 Jul 2012 01:00:00 -0700

How exactly do you build something like the Christian Church? It's survived thousands of years, includes millions of people, and yet was started with a simple conversation between Jesus and Peter. Today Major Ben looks at the starting point & how it grows.

We Don't Understand Grace

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0700

What exactly is grace? To some, it's seens as being let out of a parking ticket. To other's it's much deeper than that. Today Bill Davenport gives a message about the depth of grace we as Christians have available to us.

Engage

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0700

What does it mean to the Christian to engage people? Does it mean more religion, or maybe some better songs in church on Sunday morning? That might be an answer, but what about the idea of simple friendship? Today, Major John visits the idea behind the last part of this E3 series, engage.

Equip For Life And Ministry

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0700

2 men are walking home from a few days in Jerusalem, when their trip turns into a face to face meeting with Christ. Although an exciting encounter, our walk with God needs to be deeper than the occasional meet up. Today Major John delivers a message about continually growing in faith.

Encourage

Sun, 3 Jun 2012 01:00:00 -0700

There comes a time in everyone's walk where you have to do something different. Today Major John delivers a lasting message about being called to follow a new path, and what to remember & celebrate from the old one.

Not Fair

Sun, 27 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Is it fair when wicked people are treated with kindness? What about when God not only treats the wicked with kindness, but sends them help? Today, Major Ben has a look at the contrast between Jonah's bitterness & God's heart in dealing with Nineveh.

A Second Chance

Sun, 20 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

If you were given a second chance at something, would you tell someone about it? What if that second chance made an undeniable change in your life? Major Ben wanders through Jonah 3 today, looking at the 2nd chance that Jonah had, and the 2nd chance for Nineveh.

Belly of the Fish

Sun, 13 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

If the end is near, what happens in your heart? In Jonah's case, humbleness was the answer & mercy was received. Today Major Ben works through the 2nd chapter of Johah & offers some great insight on the lessons we can receive from it.

Into the Sea

Sun, 6 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700

How patient is your dad? Have you ever tested the limits of his patience by doing exactly the opposite of what he'd asked you to to? Jonah did exactly that. Today Major Ben starts a new series about Jonah's story & God's patience in dealing with him.

What happens when we die?

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

What happens when we die? Does the Bible bring any insight to the oldest question in existance? Today, Major John works through the picture the Bible paints of the after death experience for believers, as well as non-believers.

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Why do bad things happen to good people? It's a simple question that doesn't always generate the most comforting of answers for the person asking them. Today, Bill Davenport tackles this question, along with a few other ideas as the Questions series continues.

Can You Trust the Bible?

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Many people question the authenticity of the Bible & the circular reasoning that some use to state it's accuracy. Today, Zak Adams gives a message that uses simple logic to explain the authenticity of the Bible & puts many common questions to rest.

The Cross

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:00:52 -0700

What does the symbol of the cross mean to you? To the world, it's a tool that Rome used to humiliate and destroy people. To the Christian, it's very different. Today Major Ben examines the idea of what the cross means to people.

What Breaks the Heart of God

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:00:52 -0700

All of us have had our hearts broken at some time. Jesus' heart was broken over a people who couldn't recognize God himself standing right in front of them, to the point of weeping over Jerusalem & their disbelief. Today Major John delivers a message that not only explains the loss God sees, but also God's desire to bring us back to him.

Dividers

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 13:00:07 -0700

Have you ever been to a church where 1 person, or a small group seems to always be the source of drama? How should the church be handling those kinds of people? How should you handle those kinds of people? Today Major Ben closes our series on Romans by working through a rather surprising end of Paul's letter to the Romans.

Names

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:37:05 -0700

How many people can you greet by their first name? How much more difficult would that task be if you've never met them before? Similar to cousins in a modern day family, Paul warmly greeted people involved in the church at Rome by name, but probably hadn't met all of them. Today Major Ben offers a window into how Paul knew people and encouraged relationships among them without being in Rome.

Plans

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 13:00:07 -0700

Sometimes we develop plans for ourselves, and sometimes it may even work out the way we planned it. But, what are God's plans for you? How do you handle it when following God's plan instead of your own might involve some hardship? Do you follow anyway? Today Major John works through the end of Romans 15 and compares Paul's plan of visiting Spain versus God's will for Paul to visit Jerusalem.

Character

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 13:00:20 -0800

What develops solid character in someone? In Pauls case, it becomes apparent that his experience with Jesus became a major force in his life that shaped not only his personality, but also how he dealt with others. Today Major John provides an overview of the evidence provided about Paul's life, and compares it with how we allow Jesus to shape our lives today.

Seeking Unity

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:00:41 -0800

Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the same things the rest of our world is divided over? If we know God, then what is the source of division? Today Major John tackles this idea as the Romans series continues in chapter 15.

Love Your Neighbor

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:00:08 -0800

What does it mean to 'love your neighbor'? Is it a simple matter of mowing their yard for them & making some cookies every once in a while, or is there a deeper idea underneath the statement? In this weeks podcast, we hear a few different experiences of what it means to love your neighbor.

The Strong

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:00:40 -0800

Last week Zak delivered a message that explored the contrast between people's convictions. This week, Zak brings a response to that message, exploring how God wants us to deal with each other when we're in different spots in our journey of faith.

Servant of Another

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:00:15 -0800

Sometimes Christians don't always appear to be unified group. Some live their lives as free as a bird without remorse, and some are strict rule followers, and even more are somewhere in the middle. So, just how do you determine the way things are supposed to be? Today, Zak tackles Romans 14 and address where an individual's convictions should come from, as well as how God wants us to view an individual's convictions.

Love Fulfills the Law

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:00:06 -0800

The 10 commandments is full of do's and don'ts. Don't do this, don't do that. However, there is a certainly simple way to sum all law into one single statement. Today Major Ben works through the idea of what the world would be like if we simply loved one another.

Government

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:00:25 -0800

We all watch the news & it seems that there are times when government is doing things right, and then there are times when it's really questionable. Is it possible theres a deeper foundation under the idea of government that we don't always take into account? Today, Major Ben tackles the beginning of Romans 13 & what God has said about maintaining a relationship with government, and who established the idea of government in the first place.

Love in Action

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:00:19 -0800

Have you ever been around a couple, or a group of people that just tolerate each other? Today Major Ben has a look at the early church & the fact that real love is a much different situation than just bearing with the people that are in your life.

Christmas

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 13:00:05 -0800

Christmas is the day that we celebrate the birth of Christ. We've all heard the Christmas story from Luke, but we don't always immediately try to understand what God was doing through Mary. This Christmas, Major Lani speaks about what God wanted to birth in Mary, and asks what God wants to birth in you.

Humble Service

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:00:03 -0800

Each of us have our own unique gifts & talents. Some of us utilize them to maximize the benefit to ourselves, and take off in life because of it. However, what if their true purpose is to benefit someone else? Today Major Ben works through what Romans has to say about abot the presence of people's differeing gifts within the body of Christ.

A Living Sacrifice

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 13:00:44 -0800

What in the world does God need with our bodies? And isn't it kind of puzzling that he wants something to benefit us, then considers it an act of worship, toward him if we accept it? In this podcast, Major Ben talks through the beginning of Romans 12 & offers some insight on the implications this idea has on our lives.

The Greatest Story Ever

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 13:00:03 -0800

God created us & gave us a gift of choice. We choose to use it & walk straight into our own tragedy. The story of God's desire to re-connect us with the greatness of what we are meant to be stretches for thousands of years into the past & continues daily even now. This Christmas, Major John reflects on this act of love & the true depth of what Christmas is about.

Routine

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:00:43 -0800

Most of us have a routine. We have a typical pattern of things that we do in order to accomplish what we need to have done. If something comes along to disrupt our routine, we normally don't react well to it. So, what would happen if instead of being grumpy, we responded with curiosity as to why things are suddenly odd? Today Zak explores the reaction of the shepherds to having their routines messed up by a strange new star.

Unplug

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:00:43 -0800

It's no secret that we live in a noisy culture. Marketing is everywhere, people are strongly outspoken, and responses range anywhere from "tune out" to "freak out". Today Major Ben talks about Zechariah and the process of detaching & finding some silence in life to reflect on what God has for your next step.

God's Plan

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:01:58 -0800

Have you ever had your plans interrupted? Mary & Joseph had a plan to get married & have a normal family, and we know how well that idea worked out, don't we? Today, Major John challenges listeners to let go of their own plans & open their heart enough to follow a better one, one that God himself has laid out.

Worship Anyway

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:53:59 -0800

Sometimes life sends things at us that we don't understand. It certainly knocks the wind out of our sails, but do we have the tools to remain worshipful in all situations? Today, Zak goes through the end of Romans 11, and does some digging in other places to help us understand the idea of living a life of worship, sometimes in outright defiance of the trials of life.

Kind, But Just

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:00:14 -0800

Sometimes God has to send people into tough situations in order to get their attention. It's not enjoyable or fun for the person involved, and it happened to the people of Israel. Today, Major John tackles the Gentiles being grafted in to God's family, and also how Israel could choose to be broken off from God.

Stubbornly Faithful

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:15:17 -0800

Let's face it, sometimes we get our priorities mixed up. What we're doing suddenly becomes more important than WHY we're doing it. Israel did the same thing, so, did God reject Israel in return, or did he remain faithful to them? Today, Major John works through the beginning of Romans 11 & evaluates God's response to our getting things backwards. Also, we'll hear from April & Tim as to some other things that God's been doing here at the Kroc.

Without Excuse

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:00:23 -0800

All of us have attempted to justify our actions at one time or another with an excuse. Today, Major John looks at two excuses that were common in Paul's day by the people of Israel in regards to their rejection of the gospel.

Righteousness

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:11:21 -0700

What does it mean to have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge? Is it possible that someone can do all the right things, have all the right answers, and still be on the wrong track? Today Major John walks through Romans 10 where Paul paints the contrast between a righteousness that is fabricated by man & God's righteousness.

God Has A Plan

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:00:18 -0700

Wouldn't it have been nice if God held a public forum on how things were going to work in the world? It certainly would have made things easier for us to understand, but is it possible that God had a greater purpose than 'easy' in mind? Today, Major Ben goes through the last part of Romans 9 & gives some insight into what Paul wrote concerning these ideas.

Jacob & Esau

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:51 -0700

How do we reconcile that God chooses some, and doesn't choose others? And if God is so loving, what did he mean when he said "Jacob I loved & Esau I hated"? In this weeks podcast, Major Ben tackles these common, but tough to answer questions.

Heartbroken

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:00:07 -0700

This week, Major Ben brings us back to the Romans series with a look at some of the statements that appear in Romans 9. Most notably, Paul talking about the sorrow and anguish he felt for his people, and the contrast to people of today.

Breakfast with Jesus

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:29:23 -0700

In John 21, John writes of a morning of fishing after the resurrection. The story results in Jesus cooking breakfast for the disciples, and working to get a rough situation laid to rest with one of his friends. So why do we attempt to live as if God were a 'thing' instead of someone who wants to cook us breakfast? Today, Colonel Griffin talks about this subject & questions the meaning of being 'in Christ'.

Engage

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:00:04 -0700

Paul said in James 2:17 that 'Faith without works is dead.." Although works won't get you into heaven, they are a natural result of a growing faith. Today, Zak Adams speaks specifically to the members of Kroc Church & discusses different opportunities that are available for people to be involved in church.

Equip

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:00:11 -0700

It's rare that someone would think of leaving on a trip without being equipped to do it. Things like gas in the car & a plan on how to eat are pretty basic items to think about before leaving. What does it look like to be equipped for the journey through life though? Today Major John has a look at the idea of what being equipped is about, and the qualities it consists of.

Encourage

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 13:00:56 -0700

God never intended us to walk through life alone, did he? Family & friends are the simple evidence of God's desire for us to experience relationship with each other. In today's message, Major John focuses on the idea of encouraging one another within relationships, and what it means to be an encouraging church.

Prophecy

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 13:00:25 -0700

Who were the prophets & what was their story? Why in the world does it have anything to do with Jesus & what he said? The Prophetic books of the Old Testament are sometimes just passed by as something we don't need to pay attention to anymore, but it's rarely mentioned that God's character is revealed within them. Zak takes his time today to provide a short overview of the Prophetic books & what they're about.

Poetry

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:00:02 -0700

How much of your life do you think God cares about? Is how you feel a part of your faith? What about something like your latest craft project or artistic adventure? Today, Zak goes through the poetry books in the Old Testament & shows that God does understand emotion & the arts quite well.

History

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:19 -0700

Jesus said a lot of cool things in the New Testament, and so did Paul, Peter and John. However, it is difficult to grasp the depth of the things they've said without an understanding of where they were coming from. Today, Zak takes us through an a overview of the historical books in the Old Testament to help establish a little background to things to come in the Roman's series.

Don't do that!

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:00:47 -0700

In the Old Testament, God was rather effective at telling people what NOT to do. In fact, he did it well enough that many people today still think that's what being a Christian is about: following rules. Is that what he really meant? Or was there a very different point of view in which those rules were handed out? Today, Major John tackles the first 5 books of the Old Testament & shows a surprisingly simple understanding of Old Testament law that is often missed.

Who Can Be Against Us?

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:00:19 -0700

Do you remember the class bully? Wouldn't it have been nice to have a pet grizzly bear then? Today, Major Ben examines the last verses of Romans 8 and asks "If God is for us, who can be against us?"

There Is A Plan

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 13:00:53 -0700

Most of the time, we wake up in the morning with at least a general idea of what's on our plate for the day. But do we ever question if that's the only plate we have to choose from? Today, Major Ben talks through the opportunity we have to choose a different plan than our own, one designed with eternal results in mind.

Facing Forward

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:00:15 -0700

Have you ever wanted everything to just be finally over, just so you can rest? To Paul life was not an exercise in drudgery that made him weary. He lived a vivid, vibrant life, waiting for Jesus to return. Today, Major John continues in our series on Romans 8.

Two Ways To Live

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:00:20 -0700

If you've stepped through your front door, you've experienced a change in reality. You are no longer inside, but outside. In today's podcast, Zak & Bill team up and bring a message about the reality of the flesh, and the reality of the Spirit.

No Condemnation

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 13:00:08 -0700

How would you like your slate wiped clean? Completely spotless? Today Major Ben walks through the first 4 verses of Romans 8, and shows why it's probably the most studied chapter in the entire Bible.

Independence Day

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 13:00:38 -0700

What is freedom? Is it brought about by minimal government, or is it really attained another way? In this week's message, Major John goes through what is learned from a simple meeting between Jesus and a woman at a well.

What does God want?

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:00:20 -0700

Sometimes, we fall into the trap of only paying attention to what God wants from us. Major Ben talks today about what God wants for us, and consequently delivers a reminder that faith flows 2 directions, not just one.

The Spirit In You

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 13:00:39 -0700

If you have Jesus in your life, what use is the Holy Spirit? And doesn't the Holy Spirit just make people weird? Major John speaks about the work of the Holy Spirit within our lives.

The Modern Counselor

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 13:00:52 -0700

What role does the Holy Spirit play in our lives? What does he do in 2011? This week, Major Ben explores the what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit & what he does today.

The Trinity

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 13:00:41 -0700

This week we're taking a break from the Romans series to spend some time in a short series about the Holy spirit. Zak spends today giving an introduction to the series & also spends time working through the concept of the trinity.

Struggle

Sun, 29 May 2011 13:00:55 -0700

Paul said "I do what I don't want to do, and what I want to do, I don't." Who hasn't struggled with things within ourselves that we can't seem to change? In todays message, Major John walks through the end of Romans 7.

Married to Old Man Law

Sun, 22 May 2011 13:00:21 -0700

Would it be pleasant to be married to a demanding nit pick that only tells you what you've done wrong, and never forgives? Major Ben goes through the complete failure of rules to bring the acceptance of God, and contrasts it with a relationship with Jesus.

Perseverance With Your Family

Sun, 15 May 2011 13:00:19 -0700

This week, we take a break from the Romans series and spend some time with author Jim Burns. In this message, Jim brings a down to earth prosepective on perseverence, families & priorities.

Who's Your Master?

Sun, 08 May 2011 13:00:56 -0700

Although there are days when your boss may think he or she is your master, the truth is that choice is yours. So, do you serve yourself, or do you serve righteousness?

Dead to one, Alive to another

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:48:20 -0700

If you're dead, isn't it a bit difficult to get invited to the movies? This week, Zak Adams dives into Romans 6 and illustrates the idea of being dead to sin, and the rather odd thought of continuing in sin, when pure life is available.

Looking For Life

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:34:17 -0700

What brings you wholeness, contentment, life? Commissioner Jim Knaggs brings a short message about where people look for life this Easter...and where it's found.

Death through Adam, Life with Christ

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:51 -0700

Adam blew it, precisely when it counted. However, one act of righteousness has paved the way to being right with God in spite of Adam & his famous failure. Major John constrasts the actions of Adam and Jesus in todays message from Romans 5.

Experiencing Joy

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:00:49 -0700

Just how does someone remain joyful? Today, Major Ben tackles the first 11 verses of Romans 5, and offers some ideas on maintaining a healthy perspective on life, in spite of difficult trials.

The Promise Realized

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:00:36 -0700

So, how long do you trust God for something? Major Ben goes further into Abraham's story in Romans 4, and examines the idea of having an honest view of circumstances, and drawing hope from believing God anyway.

Abraham Believed God

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:58:16 -0700

This week Zak Adams covers the first verses of Romans 4. In the message we explore Paul's teaching about the value of Abraham's simply believing God.

Revolution Hawaii

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:12:18 -0700

This week, our visitng speaker is Rob Noland from Revolution Hawaii. Rob delivers a real life message, displaying the fact that our willingness to do even the simplest service for others can change people's lives.

Not Even One

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:44:31 -0800

Are you good enough? Major John speaks about the sobering truth that although we are capable of doing good things from time to time, we've all turned away from God.

With Great Power

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 13:00:29 -0800

With great power comes great responsibility. Major John walks through the first verses of Romans 3, about being faithful to God & what he's trusted us with, even though his faithfulness to us doesn't change when we do.

Rules, Ritual & Relationship

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:09:22 -0800

What would happen if Jesus showed up? Major Ben discusses Paul's writing in Romans about the difference between what you do, who you are...and ultimately who you know.

Valentines Day

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:00:04 -0800

For Valentines Day, Major John takes a break from the Romans series to have an open conversation with the Guindon's about marriage.

God's Righteous Judgement

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 13:00:36 -0800

How does God deal with bad people that go good? What about when people are good, even though they don't know him? This week, Major Ben tackles these questions in his message from Romans 2.

Love vs Wrath

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 13:00:11 -0800

No one has a problem with the love of God, but what about His wrath? Paul begins his explanation of the gospel in the book of Romans with God's anger and its source: sin.

Paul Longs to Visit Rome

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 13:00:58 -0800

Major John delivers the 2nd part of the Romans series, evaluating Paul's desires concerning Christians in Rome.

The Beginning of a Journey

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:46:10 -0800

Today, Major John kicks off an in depth and long term study of the book of Romans.