Each week thousands of New Lifers gather with one another to worship together, pray together, and live life in community with each other. During our main services we gather as a congregation to unite as a family in worship of our God. There are services for all ages, schedules, and locations available, read more about them here.
Are you looking for a place to belong and would like to gather more information about New Life Church or discover how you can begin your journey here? We would like to invite you to join us for New Life Next.
We are so excited that you're considering visiting us at New Life Church. From the moment you walk through our doors, we want you to feel at home here.
Find out more about churches affiliated with New Life, including our church plants in Denver, downtown Colorado Springs, Austin, TX, and Fort Collins as well as our foreign language services.
Desperation is a youth movement for local churches based out of New Life that is all about empowering the next generation to willingly spend their lives in desperate pursuit of God.
We all know that life is better when experienced with others. The same is true of our life in Christ. God created us for community! Here at New Life we are adamant about doing life together and having fun! There are New Lifers leading groups for men, women, couples, singles, global missions, local outreach....and the list goes on. Find the group that's right for you and jump in! Or start a new group!
New Life Church recognizes the special calling on the members of our Armed Services and their families. As such, we commit to developing their spiritual condition through love, support and discipleship.
Marriage and Family Ministries wants to be a part of helping you keep your family strong, healthy and vibrant. Through marriage enrichment, pre-marital counseling, "Conversations on the Family" gatherings and much more, we want to walk alongside you and your family, encouraging healthy communication and happy homes.
Whether it's at a Saturday morning men's breakfast, a fishing, golfing, or camping trip, men can find friendship, challenge and encouragement through the New Life Men's Ministry.
New Life Women is about helping women become ambassadors of Christ through building great relationships, discovering their full potential, and reaching out to those around them.
Are you 50 or older? This is the place for you. Through groups, social activities, and worship just for you, connect with others in your stage of life.
New Life Church's Restoration Ministries is launching a lay counseling course designed to raise up men and women who will competently and compassionately meet the real needs of broken, wounded and hurting people.
The King's University and Seminary was founded by Dr. Jack W. Hayford for those who sincerely desire to mature in their walk with Christ. New Life offers local classes accredited through King's University and Seminary.
At New Life, we value your children! From Birth thru Sixth Grade we want to take care of your children and create a place where your child can genuinely experience the presence of God.
DSM is the weekly expression of the Desperation Movement, whereby we live under the core convictions of the vow: passion. intercession. consecration. mission.
theMILL is a gathering place for a diverse, dynamic mix of 1,000-plus college students and 20-somethings engaging in heartfelt worship, compelling teaching, and fervent prayer.
The home schooling families of New Life Church offer a three-part program including support, services, group activities and events for those currently home schooling, an independent school, and enrichment classes geared toward supplementing your home schooling program.
In DLA, students will discover their God-given purpose and be a part of the growing prayer movement. They are trained in specific ministry skills through our School of Worship, Ministry, or Media, take collegiate level theology courses, and grow in leadership through hands-on ministry opportunities. DLA focuses on living the Desperation Vow (Passion, Intercession, Consecration, Mission) and leading a generation in desperate pursuit of God!
Each week at New Life, we join together in praise and worship to experience the power of God's presence. Visit us here to find out more about New Life's Worship ministry.
A great way to stay connected is to receive our email newsletters. From our weekly NewLifeNow email to emails from specific ministries, you will always know what's happening at New Life Church.
Now you can stay up-to-date with what's happening at New Life Church right on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod mobile device! You can watch live services, listen to podcasts, browse groups, read blogs, connect with our staff, and much, much more!
Fill out this application to volunteer at New Life Church. Whether interested in serving the Dream Team (New Life Ministries) or through outreach with Local (Dream Center, Community outreach) and Global (Missions and global outreach), this is the place to start.
New Life Church has a deep heritage of extending Christ's kingdom to the ends of the earth through praying, giving and sending. We commit our time, talents, and treasure to this end and embrace a theologically sound and strategically relevant approach to accomplish the building of Christ's kingdom globally.
At New Life, we believe that we have a responsibility to be "salt and light" to the world around us. Find out how you can join us in meeting practical and tangible needs in our community through New Life Local.
Through the Dream Centers of Colorado Springs, we are reaching out to our community to help people in a tangible way. Visit here to find out how you can get involved in our latest initiative - the DCCS Women's Clinic.
Visit here to access our safe, secure online giving system. Here you can manage your tax-deductible donations by scheduling recurring donations, initiating one-time donations, and viewing/printing your giving history and tax statements among many other options.
New Life Church is fully accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability. ECFA accreditation signifies that it's accredited members have faithfully complied with established standards for financial accountability, fundraising, and board governance.
Pastor David Perkins joins the MILL for week 6 of the Divine Chapters series to talk about the choices we have to make regarding God's plan for our lives.
Have you determined to live and die for God? Pastor Daniel Grothe looks at the question through the lens of Perpetua and Felicity, two young women who were martyred for their faith.
Pastor Gyle Smith, from Believers Church in Tulsa, OK, asks the question "Is Joy Realistic?" and shares the story of his personal journey towards finding the answer.
At theMILL we believe that questions are a good thing. They are part of developing faith and leading us toward truth. The Q&A series at theMILL is your opportunity to ask any question you want. And by ANY we really mean ANY. We supply the 3x5 cards and pens and you supply the questions. Aaron Stern, on-the-spot, will answer as many questions as possible, so be prepared for an unedited night of topics that range from the Holy Spirit to tattoos to how to find a date. Q&A...anything goes.
At theMILL we believe that questions are a good thing. They are part of developing faith and leading us toward truth. The Q&A series at theMILL is your opportunity to ask any question you want. And by ANY we really mean ANY. We supply the 3x5 cards and pens and you supply the questions. Aaron Stern, on-the-spot, will answer as many questions as possible, so be prepared for an unedited night of topics that range from the Holy Spirit to tattoos to how to find a date. Q&A...anything goes.
At theMILL we believe that questions are a good thing. They are part of developing faith and leading us toward truth. The Q&A series at theMILL is your opportunity to ask any question you want. And by ANY we really mean ANY. We supply the 3x5 cards and pens and you supply the questions. Aaron Stern, on-the-spot, will answer as many questions as possible, so be prepared for an unedited night of topics that range from the Holy Spirit to tattoos to how to find a date. Q&A...anything goes.
At theMILL we believe that questions are a good thing. They are part of developing faith and leading us toward truth. The Q&A series at theMILL is your opportunity to ask any question you want. And by ANY we really mean ANY. We supply the 3x5 cards and pens and you supply the questions. Aaron Stern, on-the-spot, will answer as many questions as possible, so be prepared for an unedited night of topics that range from the Holy Spirit to tattoos to how to find a date. Q&A...anything goes.
Twice a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride! Last week you had too many questions, so this week we answer the rest...
Twice a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride! Last week you had too many questions, so this week we answer the rest...
A few times a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride!
A few times a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride!
Twice a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride! Last week you had too many questions, so this week we answer the rest...
Twice a year we have Q and A night at theMILL. These nights are always exciting and full of personal, theological and sometimes taboo questions (and of course the random crazy questions!). These are the nights that theMILL determines what is discussed, so hang on and enjoy the ride!
The 7 week period after Easter is a time to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Join theMILL and Pastor Daniel Grothe as we celebrate the stories of resurrection that were made possible through the Resurrection of Jesus
Good Friday is one of the most important dates on the Christian Church's calendar. Join pastor Daniel Grothe for a church-wide candlelight service to remember the sacrifice, suffering and death of our Lord Jesus Christ, who bore sin and death in his body for the life of the world.
In this series we discuss some thoughts on church. But know this: it is not an attempt to give an exhaustive explanation. That would take a lot longer than three weeks! Still we endeavor to take a fresh look at Christ?s Church and draw some conclusions and make some decisions.
In this series we discuss some thoughts on church. But know this: it is not an attempt to give an exhaustive explanation. That would take a lot longer than three weeks! Still we endeavor to take a fresh look at Christ?s Church and draw some conclusions and make some decisions.
In this series we discuss some thoughts on church. But know this: it is not an attempt to give an exhaustive explanation. That would take a lot longer than three weeks! Still we endeavor to take a fresh look at Christ?s Church and draw some conclusions and make some decisions.
Each year, as we anticipate the grandeur of Easter Sunday morning, we must first journey through 40 days of Lent. But what is Lent anyway? Is it a tired, old church tradition? Is it a dull, corporate fast of everyday comforts? Or could it actually be something life-shaping, something solemnly beautiful, for those that will give it their full attention?
Join theMILL as we learn to receive this time of Lent as a gift from God?a season where we learn to live with the patient longing even though we know Easter morning is coming.
Each year, as we anticipate the grandeur of Easter Sunday morning, we must first journey through 40 days of Lent. But what is Lent anyway? Is it a tired, old church tradition? Is it a dull, corporate fast of everyday comforts? Or could it actually be something life-shaping, something solemnly beautiful, for those that will give it their full attention?
Join theMILL as we learn to receive this time of Lent as a gift from God?a season where we learn to live with the patient longing even though we know Easter morning is coming.
Each year, as we anticipate the grandeur of Easter Sunday morning, we must first journey through 40 days of Lent. But what is Lent anyway? Is it a tired, old church tradition? Is it a dull, corporate fast of everyday comforts? Or could it actually be something life-shaping, something solemnly beautiful, for those that will give it their full attention?
Join theMILL as we learn to receive this time of Lent as a gift from God?a season where we learn to live with the patient longing even though we know Easter morning is coming.
Each year, as we anticipate the grandeur of Easter Sunday morning, we must first journey through 40 days of Lent. But what is Lent anyway? Is it a tired, old church tradition? Is it a dull, corporate fast of everyday comforts? Or could it actually be something life-shaping, something solemnly beautiful, for those that will give it their full attention?
Join theMILL as we learn to receive this time of Lent as a gift from God?a season where we learn to live with the patient longing even though we know Easter morning is coming.
What is Christmas-time truly about? Around us we see the hustle of consumerism, advertisement, and gain, all in the name of gift-giving and cheer. Is this a season to amass things and get what we need for the next year? Or is it possible that we?ve lost the full understanding of what this Advent season is all about? Journey with us this December as we seek to understand the deep-rooted meaning of this season. Let's learn how to be those that are yearning for the Messiah?s appearing while looking for opportunities to care for those in need right in front of us.
What is Christmas-time truly about? Around us we see the hustle of consumerism, advertisement, and gain, all in the name of gift-giving and cheer. Is this a season to amass things and get what we need for the next year? Or is it possible that we?ve lost the full understanding of what this Advent season is all about? Journey with us this December as we seek to understand the deep-rooted meaning of this season. Let's learn how to be those that are yearning for the Messiah?s appearing while looking for opportunities to care for those in need right in front of us.
What is Christmas-time truly about? Around us we see the hustle of consumerism, advertisement, and gain, all in the name of gift-giving and cheer. Is this a season to amass things and get what we need for the next year? Or is it possible that we?ve lost the full understanding of what this Advent season is all about? Journey with us this December as we seek to understand the deep-rooted meaning of this season. Let's learn how to be those that are yearning for the Messiah?s appearing while looking for opportunities to care for those in need right in front of us.
What comes to mind when you hear Christmas? Lights? Carols? Candy canes? Christmas trees? Most of us probably also find ourselves thinking, "I wonder what I'll be getting this year?" After all, Christmas is one time when we all eagerly anticipate a present or two...or five...or ten.
But how often do we think about going above and beyond, maybe even for a total stranger? It's interesting, isn't it? In a season when we celebrate the greatest gift of all - Jesus Christ, Savior of the world - we often find the greatest difficulty embracing the truth that it is better to give than to receive. What would the world be like if the question rattling around in our heads at Christmas was not "What am I going to get?" but rather "How am I going to give?"
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for our annual talk on giving and come to a deeper understanding on living a generous life.
What comes to mind when you hear Christmas? Lights? Carols? Candy canes? Christmas trees? Most of us probably also find ourselves thinking, "I wonder what I'll be getting this year?" After all, Christmas is one time when we all eagerly anticipate a present or two...or five...or ten.
But how often do we think about going above and beyond, maybe even for a total stranger? It's interesting, isn't it? In a season when we celebrate the greatest gift of all - Jesus Christ, Savior of the world - we often find the greatest difficulty embracing the truth that it is better to give than to receive. What would the world be like if the question rattling around in our heads at Christmas was not "What am I going to get?" but rather "How am I going to give?"
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a series on giving and come to a deeper understanding on living a generous life.
What comes to mind when you hear Christmas? Lights? Carols? Candy canes? Christmas trees? Most of us probably also find ourselves thinking, "I wonder what I'll be getting this year?" After all, Christmas is one time when we all eagerly anticipate a present or two...or five...or ten.
But how often do we think about going above and beyond, maybe even for a total stranger? It's interesting, isn't it? In a season when we celebrate the greatest gift of all - Jesus Christ, Savior of the world - we often find the greatest difficulty embracing the truth that it is better to give than to receive. What would the world be like if the question rattling around in our heads at Christmas was not "What am I going to get?" but rather "How am I going to give?"
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a series on giving and come to a deeper understanding on living a generous life.
Matthew the Evangelist gives us an account of Jesus' parting words- we know it as the Great Commission. But the question is, to what have we been commissioned? To persuading people to pray quick salvation prayers? Or have we been enjoined to a fuller, more comprehensive work of faithful disciple-making and laying our lives down like Christ Jesus did? Join Daniel Grothe and theMILL as we explore what it means to announce to the world that Jesus Christ is Lord.
And as theMILL community prepares to go on missions to South Africa in the summer of 2012, we encourage you to consider going with us!
Matthew the Evangelist gives us an account of Jesus' parting words- we know it as the Great Commission. But the question is, to what have we been commissioned? To persuading people to pray quick salvation prayers? Or have we been enjoined to a fuller, more comprehensive work of faithful disciple-making and laying our lives down like Christ Jesus did? Join Daniel Grothe and theMILL as we explore what it means to announce to the world that Jesus Christ is Lord.
And as theMILL community prepares to go on missions to South Africa in the summer of 2012, we encourage you to consider going with us!
Matthew the Evangelist gives us an account of Jesus' parting words- we know it as the Great Commission. But the question is, to what have we been commissioned? To persuading people to pray quick salvation prayers? Or have we been enjoined to a fuller, more comprehensive work of faithful disciple-making and laying our lives down like Christ Jesus did? Join Daniel Grothe and theMILL as we explore what it means to announce to the world that Jesus Christ is Lord.
And as theMILL community prepares to go on missions to South Africa in the summer of 2012, we encourage you to consider going with us!
Matthew the Evangelist gives us an account of Jesus' parting words- we know it as the Great Commission. But the question is, to what have we been commissioned? To persuading people to pray quick salvation prayers? Or have we been enjoined to a fuller, more comprehensive work of faithful disciple-making and laying our lives down like Christ Jesus did? Join Daniel Grothe and theMILL as we explore what it means to announce to the world that Jesus Christ is Lord.
And as theMILL community prepares to go on missions to South Africa in the summer of 2012, we encourage you to consider going with us!
God sees...the farmer in South America, the beggar in Africa, the rickshaw driver in Asia and the philosophy student in Europe.
God loves...healing the sick, forgiving the hopeless, rescuing the lost, and fathering the abandoned.
God shares...the love and hope of Jesus through willing people like you.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on missions and learn how falling in love with God can cause you to fall in love with the world.
God sees...
the farmer in South America, the beggar in Africa, the rickshaw driver in Asia and the philosophy student in Europe.
God loves...
healing the sick, forgiving the hopeless, rescuing the lost, and fathering the abandoned.
God shares...
the love and hope of Jesus through willing people like you.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on missions and learn how falling in love with God can cause you to fall in love with the world.
God sees...
the farmer in South America, the beggar in Africa, the rickshaw driver in Asia and the philosophy student in Europe.
God loves...
healing the sick, forgiving the hopeless, rescuing the lost, and fathering the abandoned.
God shares...
the love and hope of Jesus through willing people like you.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on missions and learn how falling in love with God can cause you to fall in love with the world.
Why does God care to pursue humanity? He could have scrapped the whole human project entirely after our unfaithfulness in the Garden. But he didn?t. And why? Because He wants a people! Now we have the mission & joy of discovering what it means to be that people?the People of God?in the wider world. Join theMILL community as we ask the Lord what it means to truly be the People of God.
Why does God care to pursue humanity? He could have scrapped the whole human project entirely after our unfaithfulness in the Garden. But he didn?t. And why? Because He wants a people! Now we have the mission & joy of discovering what it means to be that people?the People of God?in the wider world. Join theMILL community as we ask the Lord what it means to truly be the People of God.
Why does God care to pursue humanity? He could have scrapped the whole human project entirely after our unfaithfulness in the Garden. But he didn?t. And why? Because He wants a people! Now we have the mission & joy of discovering what it means to be that people?the People of God?in the wider world. Join theMILL community as we ask the Lord what it means to truly be the People of God.
Why does God care to pursue humanity? He could have scrapped the whole human project entirely after our unfaithfulness in the Garden. But he didn?t. And why? Because He wants a people! Now we have the mission & joy of discovering what it means to be that people?the People of God?in the wider world. Join theMILL community as we ask the Lord what it means to truly be the People of God.
In today's culture, stating that you believe in something is as easy as hitting the "like" button. We can like "ending slavery" with the simple click of a button, and leave it at that. We believe in the cause, but don't have to do anything about it.
As Christ followers, we are called to live out the life of salvation in obedience to God. This means that our statement of faith must be coupled with a life that bears fruit. Our message must be congruent with our action. Do we live this way? Or have we hit the "like" button on Jesus?
Join theMILL and Pastor Daniel Grothe as he unpacks what the Bible has to say about hanging in the balance of living out the life to which we were called.
In today's culture, stating that you believe in something is as easy as hitting the "like" button. We can like "ending slavery" with the simple click of a button, and leave it at that. We believe in the cause, but don't have to do anything about it.
As Christ followers, we are called to live out the life of salvation in obedience to God. This means that our statement of faith must be coupled with a life that bears fruit. Our message must be congruent with our action. Do we live this way? Or have we hit the "like" button on Jesus?
Join theMILL and Pastor Daniel Grothe as he unpacks what the Bible has to say about hanging in the balance of living out the life to which we were called.
In today's culture, stating that you believe in something is as easy as hitting the "like" button. We can like "ending slavery" with the simple click of a button, and leave it at that. We believe in the cause, but don't have to do anything about it.
As Christ followers, we are called to live out the life of salvation in obedience to God. This means that our statement of faith must be coupled with a life that bears fruit. Our message must be congruent with our action. Do we live this way? Or have we hit the "like" button on Jesus?
Join theMILL and Pastor Daniel Grothe as he unpacks what the Bible has to say about hanging in the balance of living out the life to which we were called.
Daniel Grothe, theMILL's new lead pastor begins a new series called "Getting To Know You." He talks about his heart for theMILL and his goals as pastor.
Daniel Grothe, theMILL's new lead pastor begins a new series called "Getting To Know You." He talks about his heart for theMILL and his goals as pastor.
You didn?t get the job. They moved away. She didn?t say yes. The results came back negative. You didn?t pass the class.
Whatever it may be, these moments all do the same thing; they interrupt. We knew where we wanted to go, how were would arrive there, who it would be with, and all the other details of our end goal. Yet, without warning or welcome, the interruption came and changed everything.
If there is anything that is constant, it?s change. Yet, C.S. Lewis tells us: ?The truth is? that what one regards as interruptions are precisely one?s life.? Can this be? As opposed to disturbances, could they actually be what God uses to work in our lives? Or perhaps His way of ushering us into the new, the necessary, the unknown? Could they be the very place where we will need Him more than ever before, and in that, know Him in ways would never know Him without the intrusive change of plans?
Come listen to Aaron Stern as he shares with theMILL how to embrace and see God in the unplanned and uncharted courses we encounter.
You didn?t get the job. They moved away. She didn?t say yes. The results came back negative. You didn?t pass the class.
Whatever it may be, these moments all do the same thing; they interrupt. We knew where we wanted to go, how were would arrive there, who it would be with, and all the other details of our end goal. Yet, without warning or welcome, the interruption came and changed everything.
If there is anything that is constant, it?s change. Yet, C.S. Lewis tells us: ?The truth is? that what one regards as interruptions are precisely one?s life.? Can this be? As opposed to disturbances, could they actually be what God uses to work in our lives? Or perhaps His way of ushering us into the new, the necessary, the unknown? Could they be the very place where we will need Him more than ever before, and in that, know Him in ways would never know Him without the intrusive change of plans?
Come listen to Aaron Stern as he shares with theMILL how to embrace and see God in the unplanned and uncharted courses we encounter.
You didn't get the job. They moved away. She didn't say yes. The results came back negative. You didn't pass the class.
Whatever it may be, these moments all do the same thing; they interrupt. We knew where we wanted to go, how we would arrive there, who it would be with, and all the other details of our end goal. Yet, without warning or welcome, the interruption came and changed everything.
If there is anything that is constant, it's change. Yet, C.S. Lewis tells us: The truth is that what one regards as interruptions are precisely one's life. Can this be? As opposed to disturbances, could they actually be what God uses to work in our lives? Or perhaps His way of ushering us into the new, the necessary, the unknown? Could they be the very place where we will need Him more than ever before, and in that, know Him in ways would never know Him without the intrusive change of plans?
In this message Aaron Stern asks the question, ?Can God interrupt your life?? and shares about a personal interruption.
You didn't get the job. They moved away. She didn't say yes. The results came back negative. You didn't pass the class.
Whatever it may be, these moments all do the same thing; they interrupt. We knew where we wanted to go, how we would arrive there, who it would be with, and all the other details of our end goal. Yet, without warning or welcome, the interruption came and changed everything.
If there is anything that is constant, it's change. Yet, C.S. Lewis tells us: The truth is that what one regards as interruptions are precisely one's life. Can this be? As opposed to disturbances, could they actually be what God uses to work in our lives? Or perhaps His way of ushering us into the new, the necessary, the unknown? Could they be the very place where we will need Him more than ever before, and in that, know Him in ways would never know Him without the intrusive change of plans?
Come listen to Aaron Stern as he shares with theMILL how to embrace and see God in the unplanned and uncharted courses we encounter.
Have you ever been driving down the road on your way home and realize you didn't really look at any of the signs? You breezed your way through a stop sign, or didn't even see the change of the speed limit because your mind was on auto-pilot. How often do we do this in our own lives? We may think we are just going five over, but we are becoming dangerous in our decisions and veering off into sin-centered desires.
All around us are stories of those who just stepped slightly off the path, yet their small, naive, permissible-yet-not-beneficial decisions became a slippery slope into darkness. How do we watch for the warning signs along the way? What do these warning signs look like and how can we steer away from the dangers that pull at us?
Aaron Stern and Daniel Grothe lead us in a two-part series on this urgent idea of seeking holiness in the midst of daily decisions that could kill.
College students and 20-something's are asking themselves two big questions. One is ?What am I going to do with my life?? and the other big one is ?Who am I going to marry?? As Christians, the Bible encourages us to come into alignment with God?s will and plan for our life in these two big areas. But, we can get sided tracked and pulled from our goals of growing up as righteous adults. In this two week series, Joe Kirkendall and Rob Stennett share the research and major themes from their book "The College Adventure Handbook" to help and encourage college students and 20-somethings to press on towards finding God?s will and direction for our life.
College students and 20-something's are asking themselves two big questions. One is ?What am I going to do with my life?? and the other big one is ?Who am I going to marry?? As Christians, the Bible encourages us to come into alignment with God?s will and plan for our life in these two big areas. But, we can get sided tracked and pulled from our goals of growing up as righteous adults. In this two week series, Joe Kirkendall and Rob Stennett share the research and major themes from their book "The College Adventure Handbook" to help and encourage college students and 20-somethings to press on towards finding God?s will and direction for our life.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father?s work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father?s work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father?s work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father?s work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father's work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
After Jesus defeated death and fulfilled his Father's work on earth, He said was better that he leave in order that we may have the Holy Spirit. Really? Do we believe that? More importantly, do we live that way? It seems that many live as if it is better that the Spirit is ignored. So how have we come to such flagrant neglect? Have we pushed the Spirit to the margins out of ignorance, preconceived notions or because it is too uncomfortable to embrace the mysterious?
Join us as we ask these questions and take a journey to explore common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and his essential, Biblical role in our daily lives and the Church today.
WORSHIP. Worship is a huge word, but how do we define it? We may know what we do when we come together in a public church gathering, but it's more than a 20-minute set or a genre of music. Do we know why we do what we do? Is a discussion about worship only about lyrics, instruments and a worship leader? These are valuable ways that worship is expressed, but the conversation must be expanded to include our hearts, history and most importantly... God!
Romans 12:1 tells us to 'take our everyday, ordinary life -- our sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life -- and place it before God as an offering', that this is our spiritual act of worship. But then we have before us the questions: Howdo we do this? Where does this happen? When should it happen? Join us this Friday as we explore the angles and try to find answers that take our everydayness and transform it into what we were made for -- worship.
WORSHIP. Worship is a huge word, but how do we define it? We may know what we do when we come together in a public church gathering, but it's more than a 20-minute set or a genre of music. Do we know why we do what we do? Is a discussion about worship only about lyrics, instruments and a worship leader? These are valuable ways that worship is expressed, but the conversation must be expanded to include our hearts, history and most importantly... God!
Romans 12:1 tells us to 'take our everyday, ordinary life -- our sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life -- and place it before God as an offering', that this is our spiritual act of worship. But then we have before us the questions: Howdo we do this? Where does this happen? When should it happen? Join us this Friday as we explore the angles and try to find answers that take our everydayness and transform it into what we were made for -- worship.
WORSHIP. Worship is a huge word, but how do we define it? We may know what we do when we come together in a public church gathering, but it's more than a 20-minute set or a genre of music. Do we know why we do what we do? Is a discussion about worship only about lyrics, instruments and a worship leader? These are valuable ways that worship is expressed, but the conversation must be expanded to include our hearts, history and most importantly... God!
Romans 12:1 tells us to 'take our everyday, ordinary life -- our sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life -- and place it before God as an offering', that this is our spiritual act of worship. But then we have before us the questions: Howdo we do this? Where does this happen? When should it happen? Join us this Friday as we explore the angles and try to find answers that take our everydayness and transform it into what we were made for -- worship.
WORSHIP. Worship is a huge word, but how do we define it? We may know what we do when we come together in a public church gathering, but it's more than a 20-minute set or a genre of music. Do we know why we do what we do? Is a discussion about worship only about lyrics, instruments and a worship leader? These are valuable ways that worship is expressed, but the conversation must be expanded to include our hearts, history and most importantly... God!
Romans 12:1 tells us to 'take our everyday, ordinary life -- our sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life -- and place it before God as an offering', that this is our spiritual act of worship. But then we have before us the questions: Howdo we do this? Where does this happen? When should it happen? Join us this Friday as we explore the angles and try to find answers that take our everydayness and transform it into what we were made for -- worship.
Every Friday night, you sit next to each other. You attend small groups together and go to movies together. You gaze at each other from across the room and talk about each other over coffee with friends. Most everywhere you go, they are there too. Who are these constant companions? You guessed it. We're talking about the opposite sex.
It doesn't take much for most of us to admit our deep interest in anything co-ed. Often, though, curiousity and confusion go hand-in-hand.
Come join us for a first-ever at theMILL. Aaron Stern talks to the ladies one week and to the men the next, but - sshh, don't tell anyone - everyone is invited! Men - this is your chance to gain key insight into the fairer sex. Ladies - here is your opportunity to understand what goes on inside the hearts and minds of men. Together, be challenged to raise the bar in how men and women interact with and understand each other. See you there!
Every Friday night, you sit next to each other. You attend small groups together and go to movies together. You gaze at each other from across the room and talk about each other over coffee with friends. Most everywhere you go, they are there too. Who are these constant companions? You guessed it. We're talking about the opposite sex.
It doesn't take much for most of us to admit our deep interest in anything co-ed. Often, though, curiousity and confusion go hand-in-hand.
Come join us for a first-ever at theMILL. Aaron Stern talks to the ladies one week and to the men the next, but - sshh, don't tell anyone - everyone is invited! Men - this is your chance to gain key insight into the fairer sex. Ladies - here is your opportunity to understand what goes on inside the hearts and minds of men. Together, be challenged to raise the bar in how men and women interact with and understand each other. See you there!
Every Friday night, you sit next to each other. You attend small groups together and go to movies together. You gaze at each other from across the room and talk about each other over coffee with friends. Most everywhere you go, they are there too. Who are these constant companions? You guessed it. We're talking about the opposite sex.
It doesn't take much for most of us to admit our deep interest in anything co-ed. Often, though, curiousity and confusion go hand-in-hand.
Come join us for a first-ever at theMILL. Aaron Stern talks to the ladies one week and to the men the next, but - sshh, don't tell anyone - everyone is invited! Men - this is your chance to gain key insight into the fairer sex. Ladies - here is your opportunity to understand what goes on inside the hearts and minds of men. Together, be challenged to raise the bar in how men and women interact with and understand each other. See you there!
Every Friday night, you sit next to each other. You attend small groups together and go to movies together. You gaze at each other from across the room and talk about each other over coffee with friends. Most everywhere you go, they are there too. Who are these constant companions? You guessed it. We're talking about the opposite sex.
It doesn't take much for most of us to admit our deep interest in anything co-ed. Often, though, curiousity and confusion go hand-in-hand.
Come join us for a first-ever at theMILL. Aaron Stern talks to the ladies one week and to the men the next, but - sshh, don't tell anyone - everyone is invited! Men - this is your chance to gain key insight into the fairer sex. Ladies - here is your opportunity to understand what goes on inside the hearts and minds of men. Together, be challenged to raise the bar in how men and women interact with and understand each other. See you there!
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is often seen as merely a tale of a wayward son. However, this story is not just about one lost son, but two. Jesus most definitely highlights the beauty of a returning son but there is much more being communicated in this timeless story. It's easy to focus on the foolishness of the sons, but at the center of it all is a dad with a reckless love and lavish grace for both of his boys.
Whether you find yourself in a far away place or you have stuck close to the house your whole life, this series is a call to land in the arms of the Father and respond to the heart of God. Join us as we explore the extravagant nature of the love of God, the joy of no longer being lost and the invitation for us all.
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is often seen as merely a tale of a wayward son. However, this story is not just about one lost son, but two. Jesus most definitely highlights the beauty of a returning son but there is much more being communicated in this timeless story. It's easy to focus on the foolishness of the sons, but at the center of it all is a dad with a reckless love and lavish grace for both of his boys.
Whether you find yourself in a far away place or you have stuck close to the house your whole life, this series is a call to land in the arms of the Father and respond to the heart of God. Join us as we explore the extravagant nature of the love of God, the joy of no longer being lost and the invitation for us all.
The Parable of the Prodigal Son is often seen as merely a tale of a wayward son. However, this story is not just about one lost son, but two. Jesus most definitely highlights the beauty of a returning son but there is much more being communicated in this timeless story. It's easy to focus on the foolishness of the sons, but at the center of it all is a dad with a reckless love and lavish grace for both of his boys.
Whether you find yourself in a far away place or you have stuck close to the house your whole life, this series is a call to land in the arms of the Father and respond to the heart of God. Join us as we explore the extravagant nature of the love of God, the joy of no longer being lost and the invitation for us all.
"Should I get drunk? Is it wrong to lie? Is it okay to be greedy?" As Christians, the answers to these questions are easy...God has stated directly how we are to live on these issues. But what about the situations that aren't addressed specifically in the Bible? We are faced with judgment calls everyday and our culture presents opportunities that require daily navigation. Is it all subjective?
Thankfully we are not left to our personal whims, cultural norms or selfish tendencies and God does have something to say about the grey areas of life. Join us for a new series called FILTER starting January 14th. Aaron Stern describes biblical filters for godly decision-making and provides practical guidelines so we can walk in confidence and truth.
"Should I get drunk? Is it wrong to lie? Is it okay to be greedy?" As Christians, the answers to these questions are easy...God has stated directly how we are to live on these issues. But what about the situations that aren't addressed specifically in the Bible? We are faced with judgment calls everyday and our culture presents opportunities that require daily navigation. Is it all subjective?
Thankfully we are not left to our personal whims, cultural norms or selfish tendencies and God does have something to say about the grey areas of life. Join us for a new series called FILTER starting January 14th. Aaron Stern describes biblical filters for godly decision-making and provides practical guidelines so we can walk in confidence and truth.
"Should I get drunk? Is it wrong to lie? Is it okay to be greedy?" As Christians, the answers to these questions are easy...God has stated directly how we are to live on these issues. But what about the situations that aren't addressed specifically in the Bible? We are faced with judgment calls everyday and our culture presents opportunities that require daily navigation. Is it all subjective?
Thankfully we are not left to our personal whims, cultural norms or selfish tendencies and God does have something to say about the grey areas of life. Join us for a new series called FILTER starting January 14th. Aaron Stern describes biblical filters for godly decision-making and provides practical guidelines so we can walk in confidence and truth.
"Should I get drunk? Is it wrong to lie? Is it okay to be greedy?" As Christians, the answers to these questions are easy...God has stated directly how we are to live on these issues. But what about the situations that aren't addressed specifically in the Bible? We are faced with judgment calls everyday and our culture presents opportunities that require daily navigation. Is it all subjective?
Thankfully we are not left to our personal whims, cultural norms or selfish tendencies and God does have something to say about the grey areas of life. Join us for a new series called FILTER starting January 14th. Aaron Stern describes biblical filters for godly decision-making and provides practical guidelines so we can walk in confidence and truth.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
Once a year at theMILL we study through a book of the Bible together - this time around we are diving into Colossians. By studying an entire book we cover topics and issues we might not normally address and also discover overarching themes not seen if we only focus on individual verses.
There are striking parallels between the fledgling church at Colossae and believers in the 21st century. Join us, starting July 23, as we hear the apostle Paul speak to our desire for things instant and realigns our hearts to the supremacy of Christ.
We often ask, "What am I doing to do with my life?", but what if God is asking a different question?
The story of life is a long journey, one filled with decisions and opportunities, people and places, dreams and desires. All of these woven together create a story as unique as the one living it out.
Join us at theMILL Fall Retreat we explore the beauty of God, life, and the road ahead.
We often ask, "What am I doing to do with my life?", but what if God is asking a different question?
The story of life is a long journey, one filled with decisions and opportunities, people and places, dreams and desires. All of these woven together create a story as unique as the one living it out.
Join us at theMILL Fall Retreat we explore the beauty of God, life, and the road ahead.
We often ask, "What am I doing to do with my life?", but what if God is asking a different question?
The story of life is a long journey, one filled with decisions and opportunities, people and places, dreams and desires. All of these woven together create a story as unique as the one living it out.
Join us at theMILL Fall Retreat we explore the beauty of God, life, and the road ahead.
We often ask, "What am I doing to do with my life?", but what if God is asking a different question?
The story of life is a long journey, one filled with decisions and opportunities, people and places, dreams and desires. All of these woven together create a story as unique as the one living it out.
Join us at theMILL Fall Retreat we explore the beauty of God, life, and the road ahead.
The decisions, dreams, struggles and relationships of our lives come together to create a STORY. The questions we ask about faith, love and life in our 20s often determine how this STORY reads. So where are the answers? Are they only to be found by accident?
Join us, starting September 24th, as we discuss what God has to say about the STORY of our lives and how it fits into His timeless, global and ultimate STORY.
The decisions, dreams, struggles and relationships of our lives come together to create a STORY. The questions we ask about faith, love and life in our 20s often determine how this STORY reads. So where are the answers? Are they only to be found by accident?
Join us, starting September 24th, as we discuss what God has to say about the STORY of our lives and how it fits into His timeless, global and ultimate STORY.
The decisions, dreams, struggles and relationships of our lives come together to create a STORY. The questions we ask about faith, love and life in our 20s often determine how this STORY reads. So where are the answers? Are they only to be found by accident?
Join us, starting September 24th, as we discuss what God has to say about the STORY of our lives and how it fits into His timeless, global and ultimate STORY.
The decisions, dreams, struggles and relationships of our lives come together to create a STORY. The questions we ask about faith, love and life in our 20's often determine how this STORY reads. So where are the answers? Are they only to be found by accident?
Join us, starting September 24th, as we discuss what God has to say about the STORY of our lives and how it fits into His timeless, global and ultimate STORY.
Throughout all of history, both Jesus and the Bible have been referred to as the Word of God. How can this be -- one being the Son of God taking on the form of man, whereas the other is historical record of the apostles & poetry passed down from prophets?
Join us along with theMILL's Dr. Joe as he teaches about the nature & the authority that rests both within Jesus & within the Bible.
Throughout all of history, both Jesus and the Bible have been referred to as the Word of God. How can this be -- one being the Son of God taking on the form of man, whereas the other is historical record of the apostles & poetry passed down from prophets?
Join us along with theMILL's Dr. Joe as he teaches about the nature & the authority that rests both within Jesus & within the Bible.
Sacred vs. Secular? Important vs. Unimportant? Are these categories we can break life down into? Or does everything we do matter to God? "Ordinary" will encourage you to take everything in your life with gospel seriousness.
Sacred vs. Secular? Important vs. Unimportant? Are these categories we can break life down into? Or does everything we do matter to God? "Ordinary" will encourage you to take everything in your life with gospel seriousness.
Sacred vs. Secular? Important vs. Unimportant? Are these categories we can break life down into? Or does everything we do matter to God? "Ordinary" will encourage you to take everything in your life with gospel seriousness.
"What comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." - A.W. Tozer
GOD... What comes to your mind? Simply hearing His name evokes many different thoughts, ideas, and images. He is infinite and beyond time, but with us in our everyday lives. He is three, but one. He is holy and just, but rich in mercy. He is mysterious, yet longs to be known by us.
Starting April 23rd, the MILL will embark on a six-week series about who God is. Join us each week as we explore the layers of the character, nature, and personality of the God we think we know.
"What comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." - A.W. Tozer
GOD... What comes to your mind? Simply hearing His name evokes many different thoughts, ideas, and images. He is infinite and beyond time, but with us in our everyday lives. He is three, but one. He is holy and just, but rich in mercy. He is mysterious, yet longs to be known by us.
Starting April 23rd, the MILL will embark on a six-week series about who God is. Join us each week as we explore the layers of the character, nature, and personality of the God we think we know.
"What comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." - A.W. Tozer
GOD... What comes to your mind? Simply hearing His name evokes many different thoughts, ideas, and images. He is infinite and beyond time, but with us in our everyday lives. He is three, but one. He is holy and just, but rich in mercy. He is mysterious, yet longs to be known by us.
Starting April 23rd, the MILL will embark on a six-week series about who God is. Join us each week as we explore the layers of the character, nature, and personality of the God we think we know.
"What comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." - A.W. Tozer
GOD... What comes to your mind? Simply hearing His name evokes many different thoughts, ideas, and images. He is infinite and beyond time, but with us in our everyday lives. He is three, but one. He is holy and just, but rich in mercy. He is mysterious, yet longs to be known by us.
Starting April 23rd, the MILL will embark on a six-week series about who God is. Join us each week as we explore the layers of the character, nature, and personality of the God we think we know.
GOD. Simply hearing His name evokes many different thoughts, ideas, and meanings. He is infinite and beyond time, but with us in our everyday lives. He is three but one. He is holy and just, but rich in mercy. He is mysterious, yet longs to be known by us.
Starting April 23rd, the MILL will embark on a six-week talk about the characteristics & nature of God. Each week Aaron Stern will explore a new layer of His character, a new facet of His personality. Come this Friday and learn more about the One whom we gather for.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The Ten Commandments conjure up interesting ideas for many of us today: a long list of "shall nots;" something about idols and your neighbor's wife; the equivalent of an Old Testament spanking from God himself; a historical treatise now negated by Jesus and resurrection grace.
One of the most easily identified portions of Scripture by Christians and non-Christians alike, the Big Ten are also frequently mis-remembered, forgotten and misunderstood. In reality, they were God's intentional revelation to His people birthed out of a deep desire for relationship.
Join Aaron Stern for an unpacking of ten commands that opened a door for the Israelites thousands of years ago. Discover that they are not archaic principles but hold keys to abundant life and truth for believers walking with Jesus today.
The devil wants us to keep secrets. The secrets that we would rather hide and hope go away. These secrets of sin and shame - the kind of secrets that grow in the dark and ultimately destroy us - must be confessed and brought into the light. But Jesus says there are some aspects of our lives that should be a secret.
In this three part series, David Perkins and Aaron Stern unpack Matthew 6 and Jesus' instruction to give, pray, and fast in secret.
The devil wants us to keep secrets. The secrets that we would rather hide and hope go away. These secrets of sin and shame - the kind of secrets that grow in the dark and ultimately destroy us - must be confessed and brought into the light. But Jesus says there are some aspects of our lives that should be a secret.
In this three part series, David Perkins and Aaron Stern unpack Matthew 6 and Jesus' instruction to give, pray, and fast in secret.
The devil wants us to keep secrets. The secrets that we would rather hide and hope go away. These secrets of sin and shame - the kind of secrets that grow in the dark and ultimately destroy us - must be confessed and brought into the light. But Jesus says there are some aspects of our lives that should be a secret.
In this three part series, David Perkins and Aaron Stern unpack Matthew 6 and Jesus' instruction to give, pray, and fast in secret.
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Your life is not your own. You belong to something -- a group of friends, a church, a school, a family. The choice to belong means a lot about who you become. Pastor Aaron Stern and others look below the surface of relationships and and discover how belonging changes our lives.
*These messages are from theMILL Fall Retreat 09 held at Crooked Creek Ranch in Winter Park Colorado
Marriage -- a word that often stirs deep longing for committed companionship and intimacy. Many of us find the idea of marriage incredible and magical. If we are honest, though, the process of getting to an "I do" moment and being successful at a lifelong relationship is a different matter.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL as we talk about how to prepare for marriage, remove some of the mystery and confusion, and lay a solid foundation for living happily ever after.
Marriage -- a word that often stirs deep longing for committed companionship and intimacy. Many of us find the idea of marriage incredible and magical. If we are honest, though, the process of getting to an "I do" moment and being successful at a lifelong relationship is a different matter.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL as we talk about how to prepare for marriage, remove some of the mystery and confusion, and lay a solid foundation for living happily ever after.
Marriage -- a word that often stirs deep longing for committed companionship and intimacy. Many of us find the idea of marriage incredible and magical. If we are honest, though, the process of getting to an "I do" moment and being successful at a lifelong relationship is a different matter.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL as we talk about how to prepare for marriage, remove some of the mystery and confusion, and lay a solid foundation for living happily ever after.
Marriage -- a word that often stirs deep longing for committed companionship and intimacy. Many of us find the idea of marriage incredible and magical. If we are honest, though, the process of getting to an "I do" moment and being successful at a lifelong relationship is a different matter.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL as we talk about how to prepare for marriage, remove some of the mystery and confusion, and lay a solid foundation for living happily ever after.
If you've never studied the book of James straight through, you are in for a surprise. It's a powerful little book - five chapters that pack plenty of punches and get right to the heart of matters like finishing strong, faith, watching your mouth, cutting out pride and developing godly wisdom.
Join theMILL as we meet James face to face and allow God's word to become so intertwined with our hearts that we walk away knowing the Bible like we know a good friend.
If you've never studied the book of James straight through, you are in for a surprise. It's a powerful little book - five chapters that pack plenty of punches and get right to the heart of matters like finishing strong, faith, watching your mouth, cutting out pride and developing godly wisdom.
Join theMILL as we meet James face to face and allow God's word to become so intertwined with our hearts that we walk away knowing the Bible like we know a good friend.
If you've never studied the book of James straight through, you are in for a surprise. It's a powerful little book - five chapters that pack plenty of punches and get right to the heart of matters like finishing strong, faith, watching your mouth, cutting out pride and developing godly wisdom.
Join theMILL as we meet James face to face and allow God's word to become so intertwined with our hearts that we walk away knowing the Bible like we know a good friend.
If you've never studied the book of James straight through, you are in for a surprise. It's a powerful little book - five chapters that pack plenty of punches and get right to the heart of matters like finishing strong, faith, watching your mouth, cutting out pride and developing godly wisdom.
Join theMILL as we meet James face to face and allow God's word to become so intertwined with our hearts that we walk away knowing the Bible like we know a good friend.
If you''ve never studied the book of James straight through, you are in for a surprise. It's a powerful little book - five chapters that pack plenty of punches and get right to the heart of matters like finishing strong, faith, watching your mouth, cutting out pride and developing godly wisdom.
Join theMILL as we meet James face to face and allow God's word to become so intertwined with our hearts that we walk away knowing the Bible like we know a good friend.
God wants you to know Him, deeply and personally. But there are no shortcuts to God.
So often we too easily settle for someone else's descriptions, the CliffsNotes from another's spiritual journey. We are content to let "God experts" do the heavy lifting and then give us the bottom line. And after enough times through the grapevine, the truth about God deteriorates until crumbs and rumors are all that remain.
But when life derails, when things don't go as we planned, our thin view of God is challenged. In those critical moments, we can choose to walk away from God ... or let our questions lead us home. When you decide to wrestle with God, to engage Him for yourself, you--like Jacob and Job and David and Glenn--will see rumors die and revelation come alive.
Join Glenn Packiam for this series and hear about this magnificent divine invitation. It's time to take God up on His offer and embrace the mystery and majesty of knowing Him for yourself.
God wants you to know Him, deeply and personally. But there are no shortcuts to God.
So often we too easily settle for someone else's descriptions, the CliffsNotes from another's spiritual journey. We are content to let "God experts" do the heavy lifting and then give us the bottom line. And after enough times through the grapevine, the truth about God deteriorates until crumbs and rumors are all that remain.
But when life derails, when things don't go as we planned, our thin view of God is challenged. In those critical moments, we can choose to walk away from God ... or let our questions lead us home. When you decide to wrestle with God, to engage Him for yourself, you--like Jacob and Job and David and Glenn--will see rumors die and revelation come alive.
Join Glenn Packiam for this series and hear about this magnificent divine invitation. It's time to take God up on His offer and embrace the mystery and majesty of knowing Him for yourself.
If someone asked you how successful you are, what would you say? What means that you've "arrived"? Money, prestige, influence, good health and great looks, the perfect relationship, lots of friends? These are goals courted by our culture and, at times, the church.
Living the Christian life requires us to always ask the question, "What does God say?" What is God's definition of success and failure? Perhaps we have mixed culture with Christianity and arrived at a faulty view of achievement.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on the true nature of success and come away with a better understanding of how victory in God's eyes may differ drastically from the world's perspective.
If someone asked you how successful you are, what would you say? What means that you've "arrived"? Money, prestige, influence, good health and great looks, the perfect relationship, lots of friends? These are goals courted by our culture and, at times, the church.
Living the Christian life requires us to always ask the question, "What does God say?" What is God's definition of success and failure? Perhaps we have mixed culture with Christianity and arrived at a faulty view of achievement.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on the true nature of success and come away with a better understanding of how victory in God's eyes may differ drastically from the world's perspective.
If someone asked you how successful you are, what would you say? What means that you've "arrived"? Money, prestige, influence, good health and great looks, the perfect relationship, lots of friends? These are goals courted by our culture and, at times, the church.
Living the Christian life requires us to always ask the question, "What does God say?" What is God's definition of success and failure? Perhaps we have mixed culture with Christianity and arrived at a faulty view of achievement.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on the true nature of success and come away with a better understanding of how victory in God's eyes may differ drastically from the world's perspective.
If someone asked you how successful you are, what would you say? What means that you've "arrived"? Money, prestige, influence, good health and great looks, the perfect relationship, lots of friends? These are goals courted by our culture and, at times, the church.
Living the Christian life requires us to always ask the question, "What does God say?" What is God's definition of success and failure? Perhaps we have mixed culture with Christianity and arrived at a faulty view of achievement.
Join Aaron Stern for a series on the true nature of success and come away with a better understanding of how victory in God's eyes may differ drastically from the world's perspective.
Intimacy is a word we often associate solely with sex - and they do go together. But intimacy is much more than sex. It encompasses the close connection - physically, emotionally, and spiritually - that we long for with another human being. Whether you are married or single, dating or hope to be, learning how to build intimacy in relationships is essential to having an incredible marriage one day.
Join us as we hear from renowned author, speaker and counselor, Dr. Doug Weiss, on what true intimacy looks like, how to cultivate it and what destroys it.
Intimacy is a word we often associate solely with sex - and they do go together. But intimacy is much more than sex. It encompasses the close connection - physically, emotionally, and spiritually - that we long for with another human being. Whether you are married or single, dating or hope to be, learning how to build intimacy in relationships is essential to having an incredible marriage one day.
Join us as we hear from renowned author, speaker and counselor, Dr. Doug Weiss, on what true intimacy looks like, how to cultivate it and what destroys it.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
When is the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? Have you discussed your sloth issue with a good friend lately? Sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? The most famous reference to the seven deadly sins came several years ago and is probably most often associated with Brad Pitt.
However, the "big seven" were frequently used in past generations as a spiritual diagnostic tool -- a way of discerning if something had an unholy grip on our lives. A quick glance at our hearts might not indicate an issue. Envious? Not me. Lustful? Only sometimes. Angry? Just when I drive at rush hour.
Join Aaron Stern and theMILL for a second look. You might be surprised at what has subtly entangled your life and the havoc it could wreak if left to grow unsurrendered.
We often know Jesus in two ways - lying in the manger and hanging on the cross. Christmas and Easter have long-defined God's son and appropriately so. These bookends of Jesus' life literally mark a turning point in history.
But what about the rest of the story? The Gospels tell us not only the beginning and the end, but the days lived in between. Jesus' life - what he did and said, how he loved, the friends he chose, who made him angry, what made him cry - matters. He gave us a window - a clearer picture than we've ever had before - into God's heart and ways.
In this series on Jesus, explore more about the Savior of the world, how His life transformed the world, and why He wants to be the man in the middle of our hearts.
We often know Jesus in two ways - lying in the manger and hanging on the cross. Christmas and Easter have long-defined God's son and appropriately so. These bookends of Jesus' life literally mark a turning point in history.
But what about the rest of the story? The Gospels tell us not only the beginning and the end, but the days lived in between. Jesus' life - what he did and said, how he loved, the friends he chose, who made him angry, what made him cry - matters. He gave us a window - a clearer picture than we've ever had before - into God's heart and ways.
Join us for a series on Jesus. Explore more about the Savior of the world, how His life transformed the world, and why He wants to be the man in the middle of our hearts.
We often know Jesus in two ways - lying in the manger and hanging on the cross. Christmas and Easter have long-defined God's son and appropriately so. These bookends of Jesus' life literally mark a turning point in history.
But what about the rest of the story? The Gospels tell us not only the beginning and the end, but the days lived in between. Jesus' life - what he did and said, how he loved, the friends he chose, who made him angry, what made him cry - matters. He gave us a window - a clearer picture than we've ever had before - into God's heart and ways.
Join us for a series on Jesus. Explore more about the Savior of the world, how His life transformed the world, and why He wants to be the man in the middle of our hearts.
We often know Jesus in two ways - lying in the manger and hanging on the cross. Christmas and Easter have long-defined God's son and appropriately so. These bookends of Jesus' life literally mark a turning point in history.
But what about the rest of the story? The Gospels tell us not only the beginning and the end, but the days lived in between. Jesus' life - what he did and said, how he loved, the friends he chose, who made him angry, what made him cry - matters. He gave us a window - a clearer picture than we've ever had before - into God's heart and ways.
Join us for a series on Jesus. Explore more about the Savior of the world, how His life transformed the world, and why He wants to be the man in the middle of our hearts.
We often know Jesus in two ways - lying in the manger and hanging on the cross. Christmas and Easter have long-defined God's son and appropriately so. These bookends of Jesus' life literally mark a turning point in history.
But what about the rest of the story? The Gospels tell us not only the beginning and the end, but the days lived in between. Jesus' life - what he did and said, how he loved, the friends he chose, who made him angry, what made him cry - matters. He gave us a window - a clearer picture than we've ever had before - into God's heart and ways.
Join us for a series on Jesus. Explore more about the Savior of the world, how His life transformed the world, and why He wants to be the man in the middle of our hearts.
How long has it been since you unpacked your bags? No, we don't mean the duffle bag sitting in the corner of your room since your visit to grandma's house at Christmas. We're talking about your internal baggage - the stuff everyone deals with and that many of us haul around. Baggage like past hurts, sin habits, ruined relationships, rejection and shame.
Past wounds and painful habits can weigh us down, unable to enjoy the present and move toward the future with hope and purpose. After awhile, our "luggage" even impacts the way we view life and relate to God.
Join us for a series on how to permanently unpack your bags and discover how traveling light can free you in ways you never thought possible.
How long has it been since you unpacked your bags? No, we don't mean the duffle bag sitting in the corner of your room since your visit to grandma's house at Christmas. We're talking about your internal baggage - the stuff everyone deals with and that many of us haul around. Baggage like past hurts, sin habits, ruined relationships, rejection and shame.
Past wounds and painful habits can weigh us down, unable to enjoy the present and move toward the future with hope and purpose. After awhile, our "luggage" even impacts the way we view life and relate to God.
Join us for a series on how to permanently unpack your bags and discover how traveling light can free you in ways you never thought possible.
How long has it been since you unpacked your bags? No, we don't mean the duffle bag sitting in the corner of your room since your visit to grandma's house at Christmas. We're talking about your internal baggage - the stuff everyone deals with and that many of us haul around. Baggage like past hurts, sin habits, ruined relationships, rejection and shame.
Past wounds and painful habits can weigh us down, unable to enjoy the present and move toward the future with hope and purpose. After awhile, our "luggage" even impacts the way we view life and relate to God.
Join us for a series on how to permanently unpack your bags and discover how traveling light can free you in ways you never thought possible.
How long has it been since you unpacked your bags? No, we don't mean the duffle bag sitting in the corner of your room since your visit to grandma's house at Christmas. We're talking about your internal baggage - the stuff everyone deals with and that many of us haul around. Baggage like past hurts, sin habits, ruined relationships, rejection and shame.
Past wounds and painful habits can weigh us down, unable to enjoy the present and move toward the future with hope and purpose. After awhile, our "luggage" even impacts the way we view life and relate to God.
Join us for a series on how to permanently unpack your bags and discover how traveling light can free you in ways you never thought possible.
If you are looking for the Church in a building or a certain type of service, you may be missing the point. God created the Church as a living, breathing organism - a family composed of people from every economic status and culture imaginable who share a love for Jesus. A church in Idaho shares something significant with churches in Asia - purpose.
Like any family, it has its share of arguments, irritating habits, and miscommunications. It is far from perfect. However, God chooses imperfect people, puts them together and asks them to impact the world for His Kingdom.
Join Aaron Stern for a series answering the question "Why Church?" and develop a great love for fellow believers and a clearer picture of how the Church is vital to our individual walk with God.
If you are looking for the Church in a building or a certain type of service, you may be missing the point. God created the Church as a living, breathing organism - a family composed of people from every economic status and culture imaginable who share a love for Jesus. A church in Idaho shares something significant with churches in Asia - purpose.
Like any family, it has its share of arguments, irritating habits, and miscommunications. It is far from perfect. However, God chooses imperfect people, puts them together and asks them to impact the world for His Kingdom.
Join Aaron Stern for a series answering the question "Why Church?" and develop a great love for fellow believers and a clearer picture of how the Church is vital to our individual walk with God.
If you are looking for the Church in a building or a certain type of service, you may be missing the point. God created the Church as a living, breathing organism - a family composed of people from every economic status and culture imaginable who share a love for Jesus. A church in Idaho shares something significant with churches in Asia - purpose.
Like any family, it has its share of arguments, irritating habits, and miscommunications. It is far from perfect. However, God chooses imperfect people, puts them together and asks them to impact the world for His Kingdom.
Join Aaron Stern for a series answering the question "Why Church?" and develop a great love for fellow believers and a clearer picture of how the Church is vital to our individual walk with God.
If you are looking for the Church in a building or a certain type of service, you may be missing the point. God created the Church as a living, breathing organism - a family composed of people from every economic status and culture imaginable who share a love for Jesus. A church in Idaho shares something significant with churches in Asia - purpose. Like any family, it has its share of arguments, irritating habits, and miscommunications. It is far from perfect. However, God chooses imperfect people, puts them together and asks them to impact the world for His Kingdom. Join Aaron Stern for a series answering the question "Why Church?" and develop a great love for fellow believers and a clearer picture of how the Church is vital to our individual walk with God.
If you are looking for the Church in a building or a certain type of service, you may be missing the point. God created the Church as a living, breathing organism - a family composed of people from every economic status and culture imaginable who share a love for Jesus. A church in Idaho shares something significant with churches in Asia - purpose. Like any family, it has its share of arguments, irritating habits, and miscommunications. It is far from perfect. However, God chooses imperfect people, puts them together and asks them to impact the world for His Kingdom. Join Aaron Stern for a series answering the question "Why Church?" and develop a great love for fellow believers and a clearer picture of how the Church is vital to our individual walk with God.
When we become Christians, we enter into both a reality and a journey. The Reality: God loves us, He forgives us, and He makes us His sons and daughters. The Bible says that at the moment of salvation we become "new creations" in Christ. But that's not all...
This soul change puts us on a path toward becoming more like Jesus. The Journey: We learn how to overcome selfishness, lust, pride and other things that bind us. We begin to understand what it means to "put on" Christ on a daily basis. The journey is a process. It takes time and can be quite uncomfortable at points. However, the reward is incredible. We truly know God and are known by Him in an intimate relationship which leaves us looking more like Jesus and pointing others to Him at the same time.
Join Aaron Stern and Glenn Packiam for a series on exploring your true identity in Christ. Discover who you are and how God wants you to grow not just now but for the rest of your life.
When we become Christians, we enter into both a reality and a journey. The Reality: God loves us, He forgives us, and He makes us His sons and daughters. The Bible says that at the moment of salvation we become "new creations" in Christ. But that's not all...
This soul change puts us on a path toward becoming more like Jesus. The Journey: We learn how to overcome selfishness, lust, pride and other things that bind us. We begin to understand what it means to "put on" Christ on a daily basis. The journey is a process. It takes time and can be quite uncomfortable at points. However, the reward is incredible. We truly know God and are known by Him in an intimate relationship which leaves us looking more like Jesus and pointing others to Him at the same time.
Join Aaron Stern and Glenn Packiam for a series on exploring your true identity in Christ. Discover who you are and how God wants you to grow not just now but for the rest of your life.
When we become Christians, we enter into both a reality and a journey. The Reality: God loves us, He forgives us, and He makes us His sons and daughters. The Bible says that at the moment of salvation we become "new creations" in Christ. But that's not all...
This soul change puts us on a path toward becoming more like Jesus. The Journey: We learn how to overcome selfishness, lust, pride and other things that bind us. We begin to understand what it means to "put on" Christ on a daily basis. The journey is a process. It takes time and can be quite uncomfortable at points. However, the reward is incredible. We truly know God and are known by Him in an intimate relationship which leaves us looking more like Jesus and pointing others to Him at the same time.
Join Aaron Stern and Glenn Packiam for a series on exploring your true identity in Christ. Discover who you are and how God wants you to grow not just now but for the rest of your life.
When we become Christians, we enter into both a reality and a journey. The Reality: God loves us, He forgives us, and He makes us His sons and daughters. The Bible says that at the moment of salvation we become "new creations" in Christ. But that's not all...
This soul change puts us on a path toward becoming more like Jesus. The Journey: We learn how to overcome selfishness, lust, pride and other things that bind us. We begin to understand what it means to "put on" Christ on a daily basis. The journey is a process. It takes time and can be quite uncomfortable at points. However, the reward is incredible. We truly know God and are known by Him in an intimate relationship which leaves us looking more like Jesus and pointing others to Him at the same time.
Join Aaron Stern and Glenn Packiam for a series on exploring your true identity in Christ. Discover who you are and how God wants you to grow not just now but for the rest of your life.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves? Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other. Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves? Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other. Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves? Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other. Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves? Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other. Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves?
Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other.
Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
Most of us will, or have already, experienced loss, pain, disappointment, and unwelcome change in our lives. It seems to be one certainty we have in an uncertain world. So what do we do? How do we respond? And is there any way to protect ourselves?
Could the messiness and brokenness of life actually contained a hidden treasure? The Bible tells us the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. In the midst of unexpected circumstances, God offers not a quick-fix but Himself. Life's packaging may be poor but the gift is unlike any other.
Starting March 28, join Aaron Stern for a series on suffering and come away with a deeper understanding of how to experience God's unshakeable presence, peace and hope in a broken world.
In the Gospels, Jesus encourages us to love God with everything we have - all our heart, all our soul, all our mind. But is that really attainable? And how in the world do we do it? Loving God so completely seems more like a spiritual mountaintop that we hope to achieve, not a present, possible reality.
When we were children, we often learned how to do things by watching someone else. The same is true today. Jesus gave us the perfect example of wholehearted love, and He invites us to love like Him. It is not impossible for us...it just takes a little concentrated effort.
Join David Perkins as we unpack how to model our lives after Jesus and find ourselves fueled to love God with all of our Heart, Mind & Soul.
*** Includes a greeting and update from Aaron Stern ***
Most of us have a fairly accurate definition of worship. It's pretty much about praising God, right? Seems straightforward. So why is worship easy for some and hindered for others? Why does it spill out one day and feel like work the next? Distractions, confusion, shame over our mistakes, pride and so on can bottleneck our praise. How do we remove the things which clog our hearts and develop a consistent worship life amplifying God's character? We must first truly understand who He is in order to understand how to respond -- the deeper our revelation of God's love and forgiveness, the greater the outpouring of our worship. Join Glenn Packiam for a two week series on worship and come away with an increased knowing of God's incredible love and how that compels us to resonate His glory.
Most of us have a fairly accurate definition of worship. It's pretty much about praising God, right? Seems straightforward. So why is worship easy for some and hindered for others? Why does it spill out one day and feel like work the next? Distractions, confusion, shame over our mistakes, pride and so on can bottleneck our praise. How do we remove the things which clog our hearts and develop a consistent worship life amplifying God's character? We must first truly understand who He is in order to understand how to respond -- the deeper our revelation of God's love and forgiveness, the greater the outpouring of our worship. Join Glenn Packiam for a two week series on worship and come away with an increased knowing of God's incredible love and how that compels us to resonate His glory.
Most of us have a fairly accurate definition of worship. It's pretty much about praising God, right? Seems straightforward. So why is worship easy for some and hindered for others? Why does it spill out one day and feel like work the next? Distractions, confusion, shame over our mistakes, pride and so on can bottleneck our praise. How do we remove the things which clog our hearts and develop a consistent worship life amplifying God's character?
We must first truly understand who He is in order to understand how to respond -- the deeper our revelation of God's love and forgiveness, the greater the outpouring of our worship.
Join Glenn Packiam for a two week series on worship and come away with an increased knowing of God's incredible love and how that compels us to resonate His glory.
Most of us have a fairly accurate definition of worship. It's pretty much about praising God, right? Seems straightforward. So why is worship easy for some and hindered for others? Why does it spill out one day and feel like work the next? Distractions, confusion, shame over our mistakes, pride and so on can bottleneck our praise. How do we remove the things which clog our hearts and develop a consistent worship life amplifying God's character?
We must first truly understand who He is in order to understand how to respond -- the deeper our revelation of God's love and forgiveness, the greater the outpouring of our worship.
Join Glenn Packiam for a two week series on worship and come away with an increased knowing of God's incredible love and how that compels us to resonate His glory.
Money is a necessity of life - one that many of us would prefer to think about less and talk about hardly at all. Unfortunately, leaving this subject untouched also leaves most of us with a multitude of questions. What role should money play in my daily life? How do I balance my needs with my wants? Should I have a budget even if I don't make any money? How much should I save? Is it ever okay to go into debt? What about tithing? How much? How often? The Bible tells us that where our hearts are is where our treasure is also. Often this requires us to trust God and believe that our security lies not in the amount of money in our wallet but in the One who ultimately provides for us. Join theMILL for a series on cultivating a biblical perspective on finances and find deeper freedom and hope than you could imagine.
Money is a necessity of life - one that many of us would prefer to think about less and talk about hardly at all. Unfortunately, leaving this subject untouched also leaves most of us with a multitude of questions. What role should money play in my daily life? How do I balance my needs with my wants? Should I have a budget even if I don't make any money? How much should I save? Is it ever okay to go into debt? What about tithing? How much? How often? The Bible tells us that where our hearts are is where our treasure is also. Often this requires us to trust God and believe that our security lies not in the amount of money in our wallet but in the One who ultimately provides for us. Join theMILL for a series on cultivating a biblical perspective on finances and find deeper freedom and hope than you could imagine.
Money is a necessity of life - one that many of us would prefer to think about less and talk about hardly at all. Unfortunately, leaving this subject untouched also leaves most of us with a multitude of questions. What role should money play in my daily life? How do I balance my needs with my wants? Should I have a budget even if I don't make any money? How much should I save? Is it ever okay to go into debt? What about tithing? How much? How often? The Bible tells us that where our hearts are is where our treasure is also. Often this requires us to trust God and believe that our security lies not in the amount of money in our wallet but in the One who ultimately provides for us. Join theMILL for a series on cultivating a biblical perspective on finances and find deeper freedom and hope than you could imagine.
Money is a necessity of life - one that many of us would prefer to think about less and talk about hardly at all. Unfortunately, leaving this subject untouched also leaves most of us with a multitude of questions. What role should money play in my daily life? How do I balance my needs with my wants? Should I have a budget even if I don't make any money? How much should I save? Is it ever okay to go into debt? What about tithing? How much? How often?
The Bible tells us that where our hearts are is where our treasure is also. Often this requires us to trust God and believe that our security lies not in the amount of money in our wallet but in the One who ultimately provides for us. Join theMILL for a series on cultivating a biblical perspective on finances and find deeper freedom and hope than you could imagine.
"All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name." Psalm 86:9
Our world is full of worshippers. The question is not whether we worship, but what lays claim to our affections. All of us run after and lay our lives down for something. Understanding this reality causes a stirring inside of us - a willingness to do whatever it takes to direct as much worship as possible to our God who alone is worthy.
Join Aaron Stern as he talks about our part in God's global mission. Grab hold of His heart for all people and discover the incredible honor of turning a world of worshippers toward the most famous of all.
"All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name." Psalm 86:99
Our world is full of worshippers. The question is not whether we worship, but what lays claim to our affections. All of us run after and lay our lives down for something. Understanding this reality causes a stirring inside of us - a willingness to do whatever it takes to direct as much worship as possible to our God who alone is worthy.
Join Aaron Stern as he talks about our part in God's global mission. Grab hold of His heart for all people and discover the incredible honor of turning a world of worshippers toward the most famous of all.therapist, have three boys - Parker, Cohen and Brooks.
"All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name." Psalm 86:9
Our world is full of worshippers. The question is not whether we worship, but what lays claim to our affections. All of us run after and lay our lives down for something. Understanding this reality causes a stirring inside of us - a willingness to do whatever it takes to direct as much worship as possible to our God who alone is worthy.
Join Aaron Stern as he talks about our part in God's global mission. Grab hold of His heart for all people and discover the incredible honor of turning a world of worshippers toward the most famous of all.
Did you know you were created thirsty? David writes in the Bible that he actually pants for the Lord. Extreme? It might be a strange way of saying it, but we think David's right on. Our God is looking for men and women who have experienced what He offers and just can't get enough. They are thirsty to hear His voice, thirsty to know His Word, and thirsty for the worship of His name. They will go anywhere and do anything as long as it means they are where He is. They have unquenchable thirst for the One who truly satisfies.
Did you know you were created thirsty? David writes in the Bible that he actually pants for the Lord. Extreme? It might be a strange way of saying it, but we think David's right on. Our God is looking for men and women who have experienced what He offers and just can't get enough. They are thirsty to hear His voice, thirsty to know His Word, and thirsty for the worship of His name. They will go anywhere and do anything as long as it means they are where He is. They have unquenchable thirst for the One who truly satisfies.
Did you know you were created thirsty? David writes in the Bible that he actually pants for the Lord. Extreme? It might be a strange way of saying it, but we think David's right on. Our God is looking for men and women who have experienced what He offers and just can't get enough. They are thirsty to hear His voice, thirsty to know His Word, and thirsty for the worship of His name. They will go anywhere and do anything as long as it means they are where He is. They have unquenchable thirst for the One who truly satisfies.
Did you know you were created thirsty? David writes in the Bible that he actually pants for the Lord. Extreme? It might be a strange way of saying it, but we think David's right on. Our God is looking for men and women who have experienced what He offers and just can't get enough. They are thirsty to hear His voice, thirsty to know His Word, and thirsty for the worship of His name. They will go anywhere and do anything as long as it means they are where He is. They have unquenchable thirst for the One who truly satisfies.
How many of us walk around every day with secrets? Hidden struggles, past mistakes, unhealthy thought patterns, lusts, jealousies, insecurities - the potentials of the human heart are endless. Fear, shame or just plain rebellion can keep us quiet and content to let the hidden stay behind closed doors. God's desire is that we would bring the darkened areas of our lives into His light. The Bible tells us: "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed." That's a pretty powerful statement. If we admit our flaws and shortcomings to each other, we can experience freedom and wholeness. Starting September 7th, join us as we address the common secrets we keep and the powerful role confession plays in our Christian walk.
How many of us walk around every day with secrets? Hidden struggles, past mistakes, unhealthy thought patterns, lusts, jealousies, insecurities - the potentials of the human heart are endless. Fear, shame or just plain rebellion can keep us quiet and content to let the hidden stay behind closed doors. God's desire is that we would bring the darkened areas of our lives into His light. The Bible tells us: "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed." That's a pretty powerful statement. If we admit our flaws and shortcomings to each other, we can experience freedom and wholeness. Starting September 7th, join us as we address the common secrets we keep and the powerful role confession plays in our Christian walk.
How many of us walk around every day with secrets? Hidden struggles, past mistakes, unhealthy thought patterns, lusts, jealousies, insecurities - the potentials of the human heart are endless. Fear, shame or just plain rebellion can keep us quiet and content to let the hidden stay behind closed doors. God's desire is that we would bring the darkened areas of our lives into His light. The Bible tells us: "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed." That's a pretty powerful statement. If we admit our flaws and shortcomings to each other, we can experience freedom and wholeness. Starting September 7th, join us as we address the common secrets we keep and the powerful role confession plays in our Christian walk.
How many of us walk around every day with secrets? Hidden struggles, past mistakes, unhealthy thought patterns, lusts, jealousies, insecurities - the potentials of the human heart are endless. Fear, shame or just plain rebellion can keep us quiet and content to let the hidden stay behind closed doors. God's desire is that we would bring the darkened areas of our lives into His light.
The Bible tells us: "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed." That's a pretty powerful statement. If we admit our flaws and shortcomings to each other, we can experience freedom and wholeness.
Starting September 7th, join us as we address the common secrets we keep and the powerful role confession plays in our Christian walk.
