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Encountering the Risen Christ #3 - Mission
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the Encountering the Risen Christ series looking at John 20:19-23. Experience how encountering the risen Christ brings genuine peace and a transformative mission to share this peace with others—not through self-righteous moral demands but as "one beggar showing another beggar where they found bread," offering hope to all who know they're insufficient on their own.
Encountering the Risen Christ #2 - Hope
Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, continues the Encountering the Risen Christ series looking at Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Christ. He emphasizing how Jesus brings hope and restoration in our suffering by reminding us that our current struggles are temporary compared to the eternal restoration God promises.
Encountering the Risen Christ #1 - Belief
Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, kicks off a new series starting with Easter called Encountering the Risen Christ. He examines how the disciples' discovery of Jesus's empty tomb led to belief in the resurrection, highlighting the historical evidence and prophetic fulfillment that demands our attention and response to this transformative event.
Sola Gratia #7 - Glorified by Grace
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund concludes the Sola Gratia series focusing on the doctrine of grace. He focuses on the topic of glorification showing how believers have an eternal inheritance through God's grace that, unlike earthly possessions, will never perish, spoil, or fade, offering hope and strength during life's trials.
Sola Gratia #5 - Sanctified by Grace
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the Sola Gratia series focusing on the doctrine of grace. He explores the concept of sanctification, examining how spiritual growth occurs through teaching, relationships, spiritual disciplines, and pivotal circumstances, while emphasizing that our transformation is ultimately God's work of grace rather than our own efforts.
Sola Gratia #4 - Justified by Grace
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the Sola Gratia message series teaching from the New Testament book of Romans. Through the death of Christ, God has paid humanity's sin in full.
Sola Gratia #3 - Converted by Grace
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the Sola Gratia message series teaching from the second book of Corinthians in the New Testament. Christians' conversion experiences can vary greatly. Thankfully the parables of Jesus help to shed light on our own sometimes dim understanding.
Sola Gratia #2 - Regenerated by Grace
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the Sola Gratia message series teaching from the second chapter of the New Testament book of Ephesians. God's unique plan of salvation offers a regenerated hope and new life to those who might believe.
Sola Gratia #1 - Surprised by Grace
Senior Pastor, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund, examines Ephesians 2:8-9 to explain how salvation comes through God's grace alone as a one-way, unconditional gift that requires no prior merit or subsequent obligations, emphasizing that this grace, while seemingly too good to be true, is accessed through faith and forms the cornerstone of Christian doctrine.
Ascent #8 - Ascend for Unity
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund completes the message series "Ascent" exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Ascent #7 - Ascend for Endurance
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the message series "Ascent" exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Ascent #4 - Ascend for Rest
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the message series "Ascent" exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Ascent #3 - Ascend for Joy
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the message series "Ascent" exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Ascent #2 - Ascend for Worship
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the message series "Ascent" exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Ascent #1 - Ascend for Help
Kick off 2025 with "Ascent," a new series at Orchard Hill exploring Psalms 120–134. Together, we’ll reflect on the journey of rising—whether in personal growth, spiritual depth, or relational connection—embracing challenges, celebrating triumphs, and discovering deeper lessons along the way.
Message and Music - Humble King
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund and Adult Ministry Pastor Bryce Vaught share how God chose to be incarnate in a small, humble child.
Who is Jesus #5 - Jesus Seeks Us
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund concludes the message series "Who is Jesus?".
Who is Jesus #4 - Jesus is for Real
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues into the fourth week of the message series "Who is Jesus?".
Live This Day #8 - With Joy
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund completes the message series entitled "Live This Day" looking at the book of 1 Thessalonians. God's plan is for Christians to live joyfully with one another.
Live This Day #7 - With Others
Senior Pastor Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the message series entitled "Live This Day" looking at the book of 1 Thessalonians. In community, God provides great opportunities to know others and to be known by others.