With the holidays and year-end reflections upon us, it's the perfect time to reassess our focus. This episode discusses the balance between pursuing personal goals and seeking God's will and how putting him first can transform not just our hearts but our lives. Tune in for a thought-provoking con...

When you stood at the altar and took your vows, neither one of you envisioned now being in what Pastor Mike calls a "C- marriage." So ... how do couples end up there? And if you are there, how do you get out of this rut? Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson—a Time of Grace podcaster, writer, and b...

In the tenth episode of the Last Call series, we'll examine God's warning for people dabbling in sin as well as his open invitation to return to him no matter where we've been or what we've done.

12.20.24 The reason Christians celebrate Christmas is to worship the baby Jesus, right? The One who was laid in a manger. The One who was born of a virgin. Well, Pastor Mike says, the baby in the manger would not mean anything if that same baby were not to die on a cross and then rise again. The ...

12.6.24. Has a gift you received ever lost its shine or appeal? It was incredible at first but maybe months later was forgotten? Pastor Mike teaches that there is something that will never lose its shine. Through Jesus' miracles, love, and sacrifice, we see God's glory. . . Transcript: https://bi...

12.13.24. It's shocking, surprising, illogical, and supernatural. And it's for all of us. Pastor Mike explains the amazing gift of God's grace so we understand how grace is the one thing we need the most. . . Transcript: https://bit.ly/3OW0qX4

Presents are great. People are better. But the person who came down from heaven is THE best gift.

That's the big idea behind Pastor Mike's new sermon series, "Best Gifts Ever." Dig deep with Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson as they give a sneak peek into this series and cover a wide range of ...

Porn is the issue that comes up the most with the people whom Pastor Mike counsels. That's why Pastor Mike sits down with Amber Albee Swenson—a Time of Grace podcaster, writer, and blogger—to tackle this issue and discuss why it is more prevalent than most people think. Spoiler: The definition of...

In the ninth episode of the Last Call series, we'll consider the role of suffering. Why does a good God allow his people to suffer? Malachi introduces us to the concept of purification, the process that metal goes through to get rid of contamination. Could it be that God uses suffering and afflic...

What does the world see when it looks at you? From jerseys to tattoos, we all display something—whether it's our favorite sports team, political views, or even our social status. But what about your faith? Are you willing to display Christ in a world that might not always celebrate it? In this ep...