Podcast Episodes

You—Yes, YOU—Are a Saint || Hope From Israel (Devotion)

We haven't always represented Jesus well and have done things we're not proud of. But regardless, we're still saints. How? Pastor Mike explains.

Pasto…

2 years, 10 months ago

Jesus Stayed for . . . You? || Hope From Israel (Devotion)

If you've ever wondered whether Jesus could love a person like you, remember Jesus' decision not to escape when he had the chance.

Pastor Mike spent a…

2 years, 10 months ago

Trends vs. Truth: "God Told Me"

How do we know if God is speaking to us or if it's just us feeling and thinking what our own hearts want to hear under the guise of "God told me"? Th…

2 years, 11 months ago

Behind the Series: Trends vs. Truth

Repetition has a way of making things sound true, but what's trending isn't always entirely true.

That's what Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson div…

2 years, 11 months ago

Hard Words, Loving Truths: A Promise for Struggling Sinners

If we're honest, we admit that we sin because sin feels good. In our struggle with sin, we panic and wonder if we're going to lose our faith. That's …

2 years, 11 months ago

Hard Words, Loving Truths: Two Dangers That Slip Into Christianity

Because of today's culture, we need to do more than just share the good news of God's love—we also need to follow the example of Jesus' half brother …

2 years, 11 months ago

Behind the Series: Hard Words, Loving Truths

There are two key teachings in the Bible, and the temptation for Christians is to pick one teaching at the expense of the other. Learning how to full…

2 years, 11 months ago

Don't Miss Moments: Jesus' Empty Grave = My Immortality

Easter is a massively important deal in Christianity. So then how is it possible that many of us can easily miss it or reach this day without being e…

2 years, 11 months ago

Don't Miss Moments: Jesus' Victory = My Victory

What happens if God doesn't give us the immediate yes we're praying for? Will we still love and praise him? Pastor Mike challenges us and asks: Do we…

2 years, 11 months ago

Don't Miss Moments: Jesus Shining Brightly = My Rock

When we're on the mountaintop of God's blessings, it's easy to praise him. The big question, Pastor Mike says, is what will happen when we fall down …

3 years ago