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Is Profit Evil?
This may seem like a strange question to some, but this was something I personally struggled with for a while without realizing it, but in the last year, the Bible has taught me that profit is a very good thing.
Ask a Pastor Ep. 43 - Archaeology and the Holy Land
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Biblical Israel Tour Host, John Delancey, about some topics around archaeology and the Holy Land.
Controversial Jesus #4 - Signs
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund looks at the story of the feeding of 5,000 in John 6 and showing how Jesus addresses our fears when the crowd questions him.
The Work of Thy Fingers (Psalm 8 Devotional)
As a youth, King David the giant-slayer was a shepherd. He sat often at night, playing his harp, listening to the lowing of the sheep, and gazing at the majesty of the heavens. What did he think as he looked at the night sky?
Ask a Pastor Ep. 42 - Constitution and the Bible, Does God Love Satan?
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Geneva College professor, Dr. Terry Thomas about the constitution and the Bible and if God loves Satan.
Controversial Jesus #3 - Authority
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund and Emily DeAngelo look at who we look to for approval and direction in our lives and how we can center that authority in Jesus in our lives.
Peace in Chaos
Life can be challenging and chaotic at times which leaves us with feelings of disorder and loss of control. We are distracted and tempted by things that draw our attention away from the Lord. So how do we find peace in a chaotic world?
Ask a Pastor Ep. 41 - Mother's Day Special
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with his wife, Faith Bjorklund, about some topics related to Mother's Day: Worry & Identity, Celebrating vs. Pride, and Discipline.
Controversial Jesus #2 - Justice
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund looks at the topic of justice and it helps us step out of our perspective of looking at today only and since we've been forgiven thru the cross, we can forgive.
Ask a Pastor Ep. 40 - Spiritual Gifts
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Life Stage Pastor and Director of Men's Ministry, Mike Hatch about a few questions surrounding spiritual gifts.
Controversial Jesus #1 - Performance
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins the new message series Controversial Jesus by looking at the story of the paralyzed man in John 5:1-17 and asking us today, "Do you want to be healed?"
Christian Parents are Disciple Makers
Without a doubt, followers of Christ are disciple-makers! That means that Christian parents are disciples who can make disciples. But what in the world does that look like here and now?
Ask a Pastor Ep. 39 - Infertility
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Director of Kids' Ministry, Emily Roberts about some questions around the topic of infertility.
If... Then (Easter 2019)
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund looks at several "If... Then" statements about the resurrection and about how the scriptures show us the impact that it had on the believers at the time and on Christianity moving forward.
Notre Dame Pales in Comparison to God's True Temples
All eyes have been on Paris this week, with the devastating fire that has recently destroyed much of the Notre Dame Cathedral. As significant as the cathedral has been for nearly 800 years, this unfortunate event serves as a reminder that our hope does not reside in a building or objects regarded a “holy”.
Ask a Pastor Ep. 38 - Heaven, Second Chance Salvation, OT Salvation
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Director of Student Ministries, Russ Brasher about what heaven will be like, if people will have a second chance to accept Jesus after death, and how salvation was given in the Old Testament.
Unexpected Jesus #11 - Does God Still Give Signs?
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, looks at the second part of John chapter 4 and unpacks what it means for us to see the signs in the world around us and put our faith in Christ.
Jesus vs. The Easter Bunny
What difference does Easter make if it is celebrated with the Easter Bunny as the central figure or Jesus? I mean, c’mon… who REALLY believes someone can rise from the dead? And what does it matter over 2000 years later anyway…?
Ask a Pastor Ep. 37 - Animals in Heaven, Sin, Baptism
This episode our Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, talks with Middle School Ministry Leader, Jenna Bajuszik about animals being in heaven, dealing with hard sins, how we should think about baptism.
Unexpected Jesus #10 - Can Jesus Satisfy My Deepest Longings?
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund looks at the age-old question, "Are you satisfied with your life?" and how Jesus's promise of living water works in making our lives better.