Have you ever had a close friend betray you? What can heal that heartbreak?By Rick Millikin

Sometimes, I realize that I’m seeking comfort for myself and my family, more than I am trying to help bring comfort to others. Does that ever happen to you? Are you willing to admit it?By Rick Millikin

Have you ever felt that whether you are going forward or looking backward, God is nowhere to be found? Even if you believe in your heart He is working, it can be difficult when we cannot see how He is moving.By Rick Millikin

In life and in faith, there are times we need to step back and gain perspective—to take the bird’s eye view. While our immediate circumstances may be discouraging, we can be encouraged by considering the bigger picture, God’s View of Things.By Rick Millikin

Hebrews chapter 11 is often called the “honor roll of faith.” When you read the entire chapter, you see example after example of biblical heroes whose lives modeled faith in God. They were running the race.By Rick Millikin

Are you troubled about your work? Your marriage? Your kids? Your friendships? Your health? Your future?By Rick Millikin

Contrary to what many believe, it is not sinful or disobedient to experience doubts—it is a part of being human.By Rick Millikin

Have you ever had someone say to you, wow, you’re too busy, you should take a break and rest? Does your mind say, well of course but when?By Rick Millikin

I recently had coffee with a friend who wasn’t doing all that great. They hit a stage in life when some things began to burden them and their small family. Weary of life, led to being weary of pursuing God. Have you ever been there?By Rick Millikin

Have you ever wondered why King David wrote, ‘I will lift up my eyes to the mountains’? We know God does not live in the mountains, so why look up there when you’re in trouble?By Rick Millikin

If you’ve walked with Jesus for any length of time, you would know that having a relationship with God doesn’t equal a stress-free life. It is probably more accurate to say, when we pursue Jesus and His heart, the more the attacks seem to come.By Rick Millikin

When you think of “baptism,” what comes to mind? If you said “submersing someone in water”—that’s part of it! Many churches have different approaches to baptism, but the ultimate purpose of baptism is to outwardly express an inward change.By Rick Millikin

Think back to a decision you made recently that didn’t honor God. Maybe in the moment, it seemed like fun, or maybe you couldn’t figure out how to say “no.”By Rick Millikin

Imagine God’s Spirit hovering over the face of the earth. Everything is dark and without form until God breathes out the words, “Let there be light.” In an instant, everything changes. The light pierces the darkness, and what was once invisible is now seen clearly. This is what God’s Spirit does. He is always close, always near, always bringing to …

So what does God’s Word tell us about who God is and what He cares about?By Rick Millikin

We all have an idea of what being a Christian should look like. But if we’re being honest, our views are often influenced by our cultural values, our politics, our background, and what’s currently going on in the world around us. If we were to strip away all those outside influences, what would our faith actually look like?…

In Paul’s letter written to the Philippians, Paul sets an example of how changing our mindset can create hope to overcome the battle before us. By the way, Paul was writing to them from prison.By Rick Millikin

Did you know research reveals amazing benefits for those who practice being grateful?By Rick Millikin

Feeling anxious is difficult, so why do we struggle with it at times?By Rick Millikin

Living out our purpose means living in surrender to God. When we surrender to His will, it doesn’t mean that we’re supposed to sit back and do nothing.By Rick Millikin

You may feel overwhelmed as you try to connect the dots between what you’re passionate about, what you’re good at, and the difficult things in life you’ve overcome.By Rick Millikin

Sometimes it can be hard to see how God could possibly use the pain of our past for good. Yet, over and over in the Bible, we see examples of God taking the darkest, most difficult situations in people’s lives and bring good, and using them for His glory.By Rick Millikin

Have you ever stopped to consider how all the pieces of your life fit together? Pastor Rick explores that today.By Rick Millikin

Each of us was born to fulfill a specific purpose in this world. God created you for a specific purpose and all of life's experiences contribute to that purpose.By Rick Millikin

Some final encouragement in our study of these young heroes.By Rick Millikin

No smoke, no singed hair. How God protected our heroes made a lasting impression on everyone watching, including the King. Who is watching you go through something difficult and what will they discover?By Rick Millikin

The fire is hot and our heroes are facing imminent death. How do they handle it?By Rick Millikin

The King calls for our young hero's to answer for their disobedience to his command. What did they say? Let's find out today.By Rick Millikin

How do you respond when someone opens the door to test your faith? Pastor Rick explores the response of our Jewish hero's today.By Rick Millikin

How do you respond when you sense that God has spoken to you, maybe in a dream, such as our story here in Daniel? let’s talk about it today, on Lifted Up.By Rick Millikin

What happens when we have a dream that God sends? Let's look at our hero's...By Rick Millikin

Do you get discouraged when it seems God isn't answering your prayer? How do our young hero's respond when they see God's answer?By Rick Millikin

We dive into the story of Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah, the heroes of our passage. What would it have been like to be captured and taken to a far-off place? Can you relate? Pastor Rick invites you to consider something challenging.By Rick Millikin

The king is sacked, the city overthrown and God's people are taken captive and some scatter to hide. What would lead to all this? What if it is lack of trust in God that leads you to compromise on His promises?By Rick Millikin

Four young Jewish men are about to be exiled to a foreign land. How can this inform us of our ability to trust in God?By Rick Millikin

What was Jesus trying to reveal about our purpose when he described His followers as “salt of the earth?”By Rick Millikin

When the church (and leaders) begin to recognize the time, talent, and treasure God has placed within them, communities will change. The world can change!By Rick Millikin

Light always penetrates darkness. You can turn on a very small light in a very large dark room and that light will conquer the darkness around it. No matter how many times darkness from the big room tries, it will never overtake even the smallest of lights. What does that mean then for God's people, called to be light?…

Why is salt so important that Jesus would use it as an example of His disciples? What flavor are you bringing to the flavorless world today?By Rick Millikin

What does it look like to be salt and light in today's culture? Join pastor Rick for a brief moment to help you consider Jesus' powerful words.By Rick Millikin