Stir Up the Gifts in You - Part VIII with Pastor Mike: Pastor Mike challenges us that fear can be natural, holy awe, or demonic, and God calls us to overcome it through the Holy Spirit by living with power, true love (not “Minnesota nice”), and a sound mind. 

Risk with Gordon Bates: Life with God often begins where comfort ends, and from Abraham to Moses to David we see that following Him means risky trust rather than certainty, pointing to the ultimate act of love and risk in John 3:16 when God gave His only Son—Jesus stepping into our world vulnerable and willing to suffer—so that all who follow Him, despite rejection, discomfort, and sacrifice, receive eternal life, deep purpose, and joy beyond measure.

A Very Bad Day - Part II with Pastor Mike: Even when we don’t fully understand, faith calls us to trust His sovereignty and cling to Him. Pastor Mike unpacks John 6. Jesus said something hard: “Eat my body, drink my blood.” Many people didn’t understand and walked away. Different churches explain this differently, but the main point is clear—Jesus was teaching about faith in Him. The Bible says we only see part of the picture right now, and God’s thoughts are higher than ours. Life is short, and disappointments come, but God is still in control.

Your Story Matters with Gordon Bates: God is weaving our ordinary stories into His. Gordon unpacks the story of Mary Magdalene.  While she is often overlooked, her story shows how she found freedom in Jesus, served Him, stayed at the cross, came to the tomb, and was called by name to share the resurrection. Unseen faithfulness is seen by God. Your story matters more than you think.

To Know and Introduce Him Part XIV with Pastor Mike: This week’s message explores two reasons we often hesitate to introduce others to Jesus. First, we may have a weak relationship with God. Second, we may not truly grasp the reality of Heaven and Hell. Jesus came preaching the Kingdom of Heaven, promising eternal life for those who believe. But Scripture also makes it clear that Hell is real—a place of torment, fire, and sorrow. If we don’t believe these truths deep down, we won’t live with urgency or compassion.