04.19.24. There are three lies we fall for that lead to burnout: we need to be perfect, we must make everyone happy, and thinking we're “fine.” Pastor Mike tackles these lies head-on, helping us replace them with truths from God’s Word... Transcript: https://bit.ly/4aMK8Zz

How do you personally answer this question: How have you been? If your answer is "Busy!" then this episode is for you. Because you may be on the verge of burnout. Or maybe you're already burned out.

Pastor Mike and Amber share a sneak peek of the next TV message series, "Burned Out?", giving us ...

This episode dives into the intricate world of coaching through a Christian lens. Whether you're an experienced and confident coach or someone who is considering stepping into a role like this, this episode offers invaluable insights to coaching up people and aiming to win spiritually.

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What if bearing your cross brought eternal blessings? How would you look at that cross differently? Today we're going to explore that topic and see if we can shift our thinking about adversity just a little bit.

In the eighth and final episode of this Lord's Prayer series, we discuss the evil we confront daily and the victory God gives us over it.

You don't have to be a Christian to be a selfless spouse. But what if there are real differences in faith?

Manifestation is if you desire something, your passionate pursuit of it will result in it happening. Is that compatible with Christianity?

Whether it's because of a messy divorce or complicated family issues, what can you do when the people who are supposed to forgive you won't forgive you?

Even in a state where marijuana is legal, can a Christian smoke weed?

We live in a culture where preferred pronouns are becoming the norm. Is it sinful to use them?

04.12.24 Just like our bodies need food and rest to avoid crashing and burning, our souls need the rest of Jesus and the food of his Word. By fixing our eyes on the invisible gospel and the glory that is ours through Jesus, we are inwardly renewed day by day, the spiritual fuel that we need to t...

04.05.24 You are not an angel. You are not a spiritual being who has no need to eat, move, or sleep. We humans are human, body-and-soul beings that God created to function in specific ways. Fighting burnout often begins with recognizing this reality and organizing our lives according to it, which...

What people feel, perceive, or envision has so much to do with the messages they hear. There are some messages we hear every day that we aren't even conscious of but can be chalked up to the culture we live in. A lot of those messages are questionable. But there is one message you should hear eve...

03.29.24 Easter is a big deal because it answers two of life's most important questions: What do we personally do with Jesus? How do we personally face a world filled with death? Jesus provided the answer to both questions by saying he is the Resurrection and the Life, and that gives us hope. Pas...

In the seventh episode of this eight-part series, we dive deep into temptation. Where do temptations come from, and how can we wage war against them?

If you're going through a midlife burnout, maybe you're holding on to those good ol' days when you were younger and stronger physically and mentally. The reality is that your capacities have changed—so with a change in mindset, you can discover your new purpose.

If you're going through a midlife burnout, you may think your best days are behind you. But, Pastor Ben assures, God can and will use you in this next chapter of your life.

If you're tired and burned out, Pastor Ben says it may not be tiredness you're feeling. It's emptiness. The good news is there's biblical wisdom on how to fill up that emptiness.

If you're going through a season of midlife burnout, Pastor Ben asks: Have you taken the time to grieve your losses? Of opportunities lost? Of relationships lost? Of loved ones you've lost?

If you're going through a midlife burnout and feel a lack of ambition or don't know what the purpose is for the second half of your life, Pastor Ben says don't be alarmed. This is all normal.

Believers don't die. We fall asleep in this life and wake up in heaven.

On the Last Day, what will God see when he looks at the work you've done?

When we die, our bodies and souls separate. Our bodies return to the ground. What happens to our souls?

Why do we still feel guilty even though we know we've been forgiven?