With MLK Day just passing, it is fair to wonder whether today's movements align with his dream of equality or with Lucifer's vision. Are you personally focused on God's truth, or have you conformed to the world? There are rights that Christians can cling to that are greater than any civil right. ...

What does the Bible say about alcohol and Christianity? Pastor Mike and Amber take a deep dive and cover whether Christians can drink, whether it's okay for Christians to get drunk, their own experiences with alcohol, the recovery community's transparency with addiction, and—of course—God's grace.

In order to master your life, there has to be some plan that you follow. It doesn't matter if you call it a playbook, a script, a plan, or have a different name for it. Ultimately, we all want the best out of life. This episode uncovers the key to shift from seeking happiness and success in the w...

Today is part one of a two-part series to introduce Amber's new book, "Seeking a Gentle and Quiet Spirit in a Harsh and Noisy World." The apostle Peter tells women that a gentle and quiet spirit is of great worth in God's sight. That may sound disturbing for those of us who have not always identi...

01.17.2025 To discover your role in God’s goals for you in this new year, you must first be able to answer this question: Who are you? Do you know your part in the mission to share about God's love? This message will help you find and understand your place, while reminding you that the answer to ...

01.12.25. Good spiritual health for this new year means knowing your purpose. But if you're unsure what that purpose is, don't worry—the Bible tells you in no uncertain terms what your great purpose is. Pastor Mike unpacks what Jesus said to help you fulfill your purpose... Transcript: https://bi...

Whether it's fear or temptation, the wild can be a place of growth—if we embrace it. Each of us experiences being in the wild at some point in our lives; know why and be ready. In this episode, let's uncover powerful lessons about faith, trust, and preparation. Through the wild, God refines us an...

Don't start the new year with just regular goals that focus on physical health. Instead, look at goals that help you with spiritual health.

That's the focus of Pastor Mike's new sermon series, "Reset." Join Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson as they preview the new series, while somehow also in...

I looked, but there was no one to help,
I was appalled that no one gave support;
so my own arm achieved salvation for me,
and my own wrath sustained me.

Better is one day in your courts
than a thousand elsewhere;
I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God
than dwell in the tents of the wicked.

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens . . .

Because the Sovereign Lord helps me,
I will not be disgraced.
Therefore have I set my face like flint,
and I know I will not be put to shame.

This Christmas episode explores the story of the Magi, revealing often overlooked lessons. Why did the wise men journey so far to see this child? Discover how their example challenges us to move differently, trust God's guidance, and find peace beyond what the world offers. Tune in for a fresh pe...

Why do we celebrate Jesus' birthday on December 25 if many people think he wasn't even born in December?

Pastor Mike talks through two principles at play:
1. You don't have to do everything medically possible when God is bringing life to an end.
2. Just because a life doesn't have a perceived high quality doesn't mean it does not matter to God.

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pasto...

If a medical decision is made for them soon after birth, which pronoun do we use?

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that—and...

Why is God jealous? That sounds selfish and petty.

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening to it! Hear h...

Satan is the great deceiver. But he is limited and unlike God: He cannot be everywhere at once or know your thoughts. However, Satan has his other two allies of the "unholy trinity" to try to drag you away from Jesus.

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or emba...

01.03.25. A new year means new goals . . . but not just any goals. Pastor Mike helps you push the reset button to think beyond the usual physical health goals and instead focus on your spiritual health. This message looks at the first of three components to good spiritual health: priority. Are yo...

Essentially, when it comes to entertainment, if it's not Christian, should we be watching or listening to it?

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, t...

Do we always have to stand with Israel because we're Christians?

Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that—and you're listening...

How beautiful on the mountains
are the feet of those who bring good news,
who proclaim peace,
who bring good tidings,
who proclaim salvation,
who say to Zion,
“Your God reigns!”