Founding Pastor Ken Werlein preaches out of Genesis 40, where Joseph experienced yet another season of hardship and injustice. We’ve all experienced discouragement, but Pastor Ken reminds us that God never wastes a season, however difficult.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Steve Carter preaches from Genesis 39. Through the story of Joseph and Potipher’s wife, Steve explains how work can shape, form and reveal so much about our spiritual intimacy with God.By Faithbridge

Pastor Ken walks us through the beginning of Joseph’s story. Joseph’s family was full of disfunction and pain that tainted everyone and everything. What do we do when our families hurt us in ways that feel irrevocable?By Faithbridge

Pastor Ken leads the congregation in a kitchen-table talk about Nehemiah, and the mission and future of Faithbridge.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Jared Darby sheds new light of the story of the Good Samaritan. He calls us to examine our own answers to the question, “Who is my neighbor?” We can only meet the challenge of loving those around us when we understand that God first loved us.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Duffy Robbins teaches out of Genesis, helping us to examine the story of Jacob wrestling with God. Jacob believed that he could claim God’s promises by the power of his strength. Duffy reminds us that, although God is never afraid of our questions, we can never bend God to our will – we can only surrender and trust in His goodness.…

Bible Teacher Scot Pollok teaches out of Genesis 33 today, guiding us through the story of Jacob and Esau’s reconciliation. When we realize the grace and forgiveness that we have received, we are able to extend that to others. Forgiveness is a difficult and powerful choice that we can make because of God’s great goodness towards us.…

Through the story of Jacob and his uncle Laban in Genesis 31, Pastor Dan Slagle shows us a classic example of an unhealthy relationship. As Christ followers, we’re supposed to have mature, honoring, life-giving relationships with others. But far too often we live lives that are enmeshed; it’s not clear where I end and you begin. Pastor Dan shows us…

Through the story of Jacob’s two wives, Leah and Rachel, Bible Teacher Clay Scroggins helps us wrestle with the question: What do we do with cosmic disappointment? When we’re honest with God we can build a relationship strong enough to withstand doubts that come from disappointment.By Faithbridge

Guest Bible Teacher Jessica LaGrone challenges us to step into intentional mentoring relationships. Through the stories of Donatello and Michaelangelo and Elijah and Elisha, she reminds us that the greatest legacy we leave behind us may be a person.By Faithbridge

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein reflects on twins Jacob and Esau. As they battle it out for their Father’s Blessing, we see how critical a Father’s approval is. Whether we have a great dad, a terrible dad, or an absent one, we can all find inner healing when we accept God as our Father and root our worth in His love.…

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein preaches out of Genesis 24 about Isaac’s journey to find a spouse. He reminds the singles in the audience that God’s path to love and partnership may surprise us, but it’s always best.By Faithbridge

This week Bible Teacher Jared Darby takes us through Genesis 22, where we discussed what it is like to be stuck in a season, and how a life of freedom cam be found even there. Darby challenges us to apply Abraham’s perspective to our own lives and realize that out plans pale in comparison to God’s.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Prateek Jacob preaches out of Colossians for a special Mission Sendoff Sunday. He shares what it looks like to live a life walking in the Lord’s will and the generational impact that one act of obedience can bring.By Faithbridge

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein preaches out of Genesis 19, drawing relevant lessons from the story of Sodom and Gomorrah. He reminds us that sin will find creative ways into our lives, often through our habits, friends, and surroundings. The truth is that life with Jesus is the most fulfilling life we could find. Choose Him and don’t look back!…

Worship Pastor Lizi Bailey brings a Mother’s Day message out of Ephesians that everyone can relate to. Just like the new church in Ephesus, God is building us into a people of peace and unity. He calls us to join Him in this endeavor, making Jesus the cornerstone of our lives and world.By Faithbridge

Scot walks us through the Abrahamic Covenant, showing us how God’s promise to be faithful cannot be broken. Through Abram we see that God welcomes a messy, dynamic relationship. Anyone who wonders if God could really love them can take comfort from God’s commitment to His people.By Faithbridge

Jared Darby brings us a message out of Genesis 16. He acknowledges the intensity of moments when God seems to fail us. Jared reminds us that although God may not meet our expectations, he always has a plan. Our job is to wait, obey, and trust.By Faithbridge

Dan Slagle brings a message on truth-telling from Genesis 12. Lying has been a trap many humans have fallen into – from the very beginning. Even Abram, one of the most faith-filled people in the Bible was susceptible. His life shows us just how destructive even a “little” lie is. But if we embrace truth, we will find grace and forgiveness waiting i…

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein preaches reminds us that God is the eternal initiator, always taking the first step toward us. Are we responding like Abram in Genesis 12, by taking a step towards God in return? Or do we continue to pray for direction, miracles, and more without obeying the last word God gave us? God calls all of us to believe, trust, a…

Beth teaches out of 2 Corinthians 4 and encourages us to remember that we serve a God who cannot leave death alone. Although we may be pressed, we are not crushed. In the darkest times, a community of believers can help us remember God’s past faithfulness. He always brings a resurrection.By Faithbridge

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein explores Jesus’ response to suffering and death in the story of Lazarus. Jesus takes part in our sorrows and heartaches. He takes them to the cross and promises to be near in our darkest moments. Because of Jesus’ resurrection, the hope that we have truly changes everything.…

Bible Teacher Clay Scroggins teaches out of Genesis 11, asking us to consider how often we strive to forge our own paths and identities. Instead, we should walk humbly through doors God has already opened for us.By Faithbridge

Jared Darby teaches us that Noah’s world isn’t so different from our own. Even as Noah and his family were saved from the rising waters, they had to reckon with the sin they brought along – in each of their hearts. We are in the same predicament. The wooden vessel we look to isn’t the ark but the cross. And Jesus is standing ready to deliver us if …

Steve Carter explores the dynamic between Cain and Abel – and the way that God experienced the generosity of each. He reminds us that God’s words to Cain, to know himself so well that he can rule over sin, also apply to us. Understanding that there is no scarcity of God’s goodness should free us to celebrate with one another and to be generous towa…

Pastor Ken looks at the enemy’s deception in Genesis 3 and how his tactics really haven’t changed in how he seeks to lead us away from the Lord today. He points out how the enemy seeks to separate us from God, how we can arm ourselves again those attempts, and how God is always better than any temptation put in front of us.…

In Sunday’s message Pastor Ken reminds us of the reasons that God created marriage: marriage is a vehicle for forever friendship, a place for safe sexuality, and a means of sanctification. He calls us to stand against culture’s superficial view of marriage and embrace the rich relationship God always intended.…

Bible Teacher Clay Scroggins begins our new series in Genesis. Guiding us through Genesis 1, Clay reminds us that it all begins with God. Both the story of creation and our lives with Him. We can find encouragement in the fact that since it all begins with God, He has a purpose for each of us.By Faithbridge

Steve walks us through the Psalms and teaches on the seven Hebrew words for worship. He reminds us that if we want to experience God and His presence, His power, and His love it’s through worship. With all humility, curiosity and gratitude we are challenged to respond.By Faithbridge

Guest preacher Jared Darby brings a powerful word on prayer. Prayer isn't just a box for Christians to check. It's a chance for us to adopt a Kingdom perspective, making Jesus the foundation of our lives and longings.By Faithbridge

Pastor Ken reminds us that as believers, our lives should be characterized by things like kindness, empathy, availability, and generosity as we respond to God's free gift of grace. But the Bible doesn't just call us to give generously, but to do so cheerfully!By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher, Clay Scroggins reminds us that God can work amazing changes in our hearts when we surrender every part of our life to him. While we may not feel that we have much to offer, God cares more about your availability than your ability. As the story of the loaves and the fishes shows us, you never know just what God can do until you bring …

Pastor Ken reminds us just how much we need community. And that we have found community in other believers - if only we will move towards one another. Faithbridge is a place with groups, teams, and ministries that you can plug into - not so you’ll have one more burdensome thing to keep up with - but so you'll have a community to help you carry the …

Pastor Ken calls us to take a step into greater discipleship through Bible Study. Without a plan we are unlikely to succeed. Ken shares his daily Bible Study practice - the SOAP method. By following the steps of: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer we can find a rhythm that will see us through the ups and downs of life.…

Bible Teacher Duffy Robbins reminds us that we have access to the throne room of God through prayer - a priceless privilege purchased for us by Jesus' death on the cross. God wants us to come to Him with whatever is on our hearts - the little things and the big things. Don't take this gift lightly - come before God with your needs, your praise, and…

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein shares a special Christmas Eve message from Matthew, reminding us that the virgin Mary bore a son and called him Immanuel – God with us. What a gift God gave us to freely receive — Jesus Christ, the Son of God, sent to dwell among us and give us the gift of life.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Dan Slagle reminds us that forgiveness is something we need to practice - giving and receiving. It’s one of the purest acts of grace we can experience and once we have received forgiveness there’s really only one appropriate response: to forgive as we have been forgiven.By Faithbridge

Worship Pastor Lizi Bailey reminds us that pursuing humility lets us live in truth. Pride deceives us, but true humility - not thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less - positions us to receive from Jesus. Humility keeps us open to God and others.By Faithbridge

Steve reminded us that when we want to know what God is like, we should look to Jesus. As a church body, every thing we do should be a representation of our God as we are called to be Christlike. That way when people look to us, they can see Jesus, the image on the invisible God.By Faithbridge

Clay challenged us to live up to the call of Romans 12:18, "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." In the season of holidays and family gatherings this can be especially challenging. Whether or not we like someone, by focusing on our own behavior we can model the love of God.…

Michael McDowell calls us to examine our response to God's generous gifts in light of Luke 17. God is always lavishing his gifts on us - but when those gift change, do we respond with anger or with trust in the Gift-Giver? To move our hearts from selfishness to trust we need to look for the gifts of God in our lives and express gratitude!…

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein explores the question, 'Why can't we get a grip on greed?' Jesus talked about money frequently, urging us to recognize that everything we have comes from God and belongs to Him. We are only stewards. Ken invites everyone to take the Malachi 3:10 challenge over the next 90 days. You can do so at faithbridge.org/m310.…

In Acts 20, Paul tells us that it is more blessed to give than to receive. Steve challenged us to understand the heartbeat of scripture and orient our life around Jesus. Our time, talent, treasure, testimony, and thinking should reflect Him.By Faithbridge

Bible Teacher Ben Stuart preaches from Mark 4 diving into the parable of the sower. If we want to be the men and women who God calls us to be, we need humble hearts that are fertile ground for the words of Jesus. Let us accept not just the kingdom but the King Himself!By Faithbridge

Founding Pastor Ken Werlein delivers the final sermon in our two-year series on the Life of Jesus. At the end of Acts, Paul is finally in Rome but imprisoned! Despite his circumstances, Paul continues to be a powerful witness for the resurrected Christ. We have the same chance. If we allow it, God will use our lives to His glory - whatever our age,…

Bible Teacher Jessica LaGrone brought a powerful message from John 2. Diving into the story of the wedding in Cana, Jessica shows how desperation can be a fruitful place. We were made to reach the end of our own efforts - and turn to Jesus. The miracle you need may begin when you confess your need to Jesus.…

This Sunday Clay taught out of Acts 27, exploring a question that everyone wrestles with. Why does God allow us to go through storms in life? Seasons of testing are one way that God teaches us to cling to him above all else. God does not let us walk through these times alone; He is with us. The outcome that he is after is a heart that trusts Him mo…

In a message from Acts 26, pastor Dan Slagle looks at Paul’s evangelical account before King Agrippa and how Paul goes about sharing Jesus with him. The scriptures show us that God is opening doors for sharing the Gospel with others and how our own personal story is powerful in sharing who Jesus is and what He’s done for us on the cross. When God h…

The greatest gift we can give any human is an introduction to the God who loves them. We are each surrounded by people who don't know the Lord - and it's easy to be intimidated at the idea of sharing our faith. Steve reminds us that the Gospel frees us and covers us. And so many others need that same good news.…

Bible Teacher Clay Scroggins calls us to recognize the idols in our lives. He does not encourage us to love our children, jobs, and friends less - but to love Jesus more. We all have idols in our lives: any good thing that we make the ultimate thing is an idol. Only remarkable sacrifice can destroy an idol. And only Jesus can ultimately satisfy. Hi…