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Come To Me, Part A

Rest is found in a Person, not a pace. In Matthew 11:28–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims the gentle invitation of Jesus who calls the weary, promises soul-deep relief, and leads His followers in gracious discipleship. Christ invites us to learn from His heart and discover the rest only He can give. The invitation still stands: Will you come?

Nov 3, 202526 min

Jesus Shattering Our Misconceptions Of Grace, Part B

When Jesus moves, grace breaks every expectation. In Luke 5:17–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ’s authority to forgive sin shatters our limited view of who He is and what He can do. Faith that persists meets a Savior who responds with power and mercy. The only fitting response is awe-filled worship of the One who makes all things new.

Oct 31, 202526 min

Jesus Shattering Our Misconceptions Of Grace, Part A

Grace isn’t what we imagine. It’s greater. In Luke 5:17–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus honors relentless faith, confronts shallow views of who He is, and forgives sin with divine authority. The paralyzed man’s healing reveals that grace reaches deeper than physical need—it restores the soul. When you see Jesus clearly, awe-filled worship naturally follows.

Oct 30, 202526 min

How Jesus Loves Us, Part B

The love of Jesus is both honest and healing. Through Luke 22, Mark 16, and John 21, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Christ meets His followers in failure, speaks truth to their hearts, and restores them with grace. He doesn’t abandon us in our darkest moments but instead pursues and rebuilds us. The One who knows us best still calls, “Follow Me.”

Oct 29, 202526 min

How Jesus Loves Us, Part A

Jesus’ love doesn’t fade when we fail but often meets us there in the failure. In Luke 22, Mark 16, and John 21, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ intercedes for us, confronts our sin, and restores what shame tries to destroy. Jesus seeks us in our despair and disappointment, not to condemn but to call us close. His invitation remains the same: follow Me with all your heart.

Oct 28, 202526 min

Just Give Me Jesus, Part B

Every story in Mark 5 points to one truth—Jesus is enough. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how the Savior meets desperation with compassion, authority, and life-giving power. From the outcast to the grieving, He brings freedom and hope no one else can offer. When all else fails, the answer remains the same: just give me Jesus.

Oct 27, 202526 min

Just Give Me Jesus, Part A

When life feels bound, broken, or beyond repair—just give me Jesus. In Mark 5, Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims the power of Christ who commands demons, heals disease, and raises the dead. Every encounter reveals His mercy and unmatched authority to restore what sin and suffering have stolen. Jesus doesn’t just change circumstances; He changes lives forever.

Oct 24, 202526 min

Finding Joy as You Invest Your Heart/Treasure, Part B

The path to joy runs through generous living. In Proverbs 3, Malachi 3, and 2 Corinthians 9, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how God blesses those who invest their hearts and resources in honoring Him, building gospel relationships, and giving with cheerful faith. A multiplication mindset replaces scarcity with gratitude. When your treasure follows your trust, joy overflows.

Oct 23, 202526 min

Finding Joy as You Invest Your Heart/Treasure, Part A

Joy grows where your heart and treasure align with God’s purposes. Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from Proverbs 3, Malachi 3, and 2 Corinthians 9 how investing in what God blesses—honor, trust, gospel relationships, multiplication, and cheerful generosity—leads to lasting satisfaction. True joy isn’t found in keeping but in giving. When you invest your life in God’s way, the return is eternal.

Oct 22, 202525 min

Playing Your Part: Diligent Stewardship, Part B

Diligence reveals what you truly believe about the Master. Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to approach both daily responsibilities and future planning with wisdom, faith, and intentional effort. God entrusts each of us with opportunities to serve our households and His kingdom faithfully. When you work with diligence, you reflect the character of the One you serve.

Oct 21, 202526 min

Playing Your Part: Diligent Stewardship, Part A

Faithful stewardship means showing up with diligence in every season. Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches from Scripture that serving the Master well begins with caring wisely for the needs of your household today while preparing for tomorrow with faith and intention. God honors those who work with purpose, not passivity. Diligence in stewardship is how we play our part in His greater plan.

Oct 20, 202526 min

Developing A Financial Partnership with God, Part B

Partnership with God is built on daily choices that reveal where your trust truly lies. In Philippians 4 and 1 Timothy 6, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks how contentment, gratitude, prayer, learning, and joyful worship reshape the way we handle what God provides. These choices replace anxiety and idolatry with confidence in His care. When trust deepens, financial partnership becomes a life-giving act of faith.

Oct 17, 202526 min

Developing A Financial Partnership with God, Part A

A true financial partnership with God begins where trust takes root. Drawing from Philippians 4 and 1 Timothy 6, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how meaningful partnership flows from choosing God’s ways over worldly patterns. Trust grows as we pursue contentment, gratitude, prayer, learning, and joyful worship instead of fear and self-reliance. God invites His people into a partnership that transforms both heart and habits.

Oct 16, 202526 min

What Is Biblical Stewardship All About? Part B

Faithful stewardship is a window into your heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through key Scriptures to reveal how acknowledging God’s ownership shapes our worship and prepares us for His evaluation. Faithful stewardship flows from who we serve and what we believe about Him. How you handle what’s been entrusted says everything about your trust in the Owner.

Oct 15, 202526 min

What Is Biblical Stewardship All About? Part A

Biblical stewardship begins with seeing everything through God’s eyes. Pastor Luke Ahrens draws from key Scriptures to show that stewardship starts with God’s ownership, is expressed through our worship, and leads to a future evaluation of our faithfulness. Every resource, opportunity, and moment ultimately belongs to Him. The question is whether we’re living as faithful stewards of what He’s entrusted to us.

Oct 14, 202526 min

Jesus: Our Redeemer, Part B

The Redeemer’s love breaks through pride and shame alike. In Luke 7:36–50, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus confronts self-righteousness while lifting the repentant in mercy. The woman’s faith and Jesus’ forgiveness paint a vivid picture of grace at work. When His redemption reaches your heart, everything changes.

Oct 13, 202526 min

Jesus: Our Redeemer, Part A

Jesus sees what others refuse to see. In Luke 7:36–50, Pastor Luke Ahrens unveils the Redeemer who welcomes the broken, forgives the guilty, and transforms shame into freedom and worship. The woman’s tears and devotion reveal the power of grace to rewrite a life. When you grasp how much you’ve been forgiven, love overflows.

Oct 10, 202526 min

Jesus: Giving Grace in a Dark Season, Part B

John’s questions in the darkness reveal a Savior who responds not in condemnation but with grace. In Luke 7:18–35, Pastor Luke Ahrens points to Jesus’ mighty works and faithful words as the anchor for wavering hearts. Christ’s identity brings clarity where confusion lingers and strength where faith falters. Who He is changes everything for those who trust Him. May we capture His heart for us.

Oct 9, 202526 min

Jesus: Giving Grace in a Dark Season, Part A

Even the strongest can stumble in the dark. In Luke 7:18–35, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights how Jesus meets John the Baptist’s doubts with grace, truth, and unmistakable power. The Savior doesn’t shame struggling faith but instead strengthens it. When darkness presses in, His works and His words remind us who He is. And who He is has the power to transform us from the inside out.

Oct 8, 202526 min

Jesus Loves Broken People, Part B

When Jesus encounters brokenness, He doesn’t turn away; He moves toward it. In Luke 7:11–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens reveals how Christ’s compassion transforms despair into hope and death into life. The widow’s story becomes a living testimony of His power and love. This is the Savior who sees, speaks, and restores.

Oct 7, 202526 min

Jesus Loves Broken People, Part A

Jesus is moved by the pain others overlook. In Luke 7:11–17, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Christ’s compassion meets a grieving widow in her darkest moment and brings life where there was only loss. His love is personal, powerful, and unshaken by brokenness. This is the heart of Jesus on full display.

Oct 6, 202526 min

The Person that Causes Jesus to Marvel, Part B

Jesus marveled at the faith of a man who understood both authority and humility. In Luke 7:1–10, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to consider what true, God-honoring faith looks like when tested. The centurion’s confidence in Jesus’ word shows the power of trusting Him completely. This is the kind of faith that moves the heart of Christ.

Oct 3, 202526 min

The Person that Causes Jesus to Marvel, Part A

Few people ever cause Jesus to marvel; but one man did. In Luke 7:1–10, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the centurion whose humble faith and deep understanding of Christ’s authority stopped Jesus in His tracks. This encounter reveals what kind of faith captures the heart of the Savior. Be the kind of person whose trust in Jesus makes heaven take notice.

Oct 2, 202526 min

Be The Change, Part B

God’s closing words through Malachi are anything but passive. Pastor Luke Ahrens calls listeners to personal responsibility and generational vision, showing how God’s grace equips His people to be catalysts for real change. When hearts turn toward Him, families and communities are transformed from the inside out. Embracing His gifts leads to a legacy of faith that endures.

Oct 1, 202526 min

Be The Change, Part A

Malachi 4:4–6 closes with a powerful call to remember, return, and be transformed. Pastor Luke Ahrens proclaims how God gives His people the message of grace, messengers of grace, and seasons of sovereign grace to stir spiritual awakening. Revival begins when change comes home, shaping hearts across generations. You can reject God’s gifts or embrace them fully in Christ and pursue lasting, multi-generational faith.

Sep 30, 202526 min

The Blessing of Biblical Community in the Long View, Part B

When God listens to those who fear Him, their faith leaves a lasting mark. In Malachi 3:13–4:3, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the contrast between shallow skepticism and steadfast trust in God’s promises. Biblical community shapes hearts to endure, anchoring believers in what truly matters. When you return to Him fully, you discover blessings that reach far beyond the present moment.

Sep 29, 202526 min

The Blessing of Biblical Community in the Long View, Part A

Malachi 3:13–4:3 exposes the tension between momentary doubt and enduring faith. Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to confront unbelief and consumeristic attitudes that question whether serving God is worth it. Those who fear the Lord and value biblical community find themselves written into His book of remembrance, set apart for future joy. Embrace His call to return and experience the blessings He promises to those who walk with Him in the long view.

Sep 26, 202526 min

Joy Found in Testing God?! Part B

God’s words in Malachi 3:7–12 expose where our loyalty truly lies. Pastor Luke proclaims how the Lord confronts His people’s spiritual drift and calls them to trust His promises in tangible ways. God wants your heart more than your resources and He pursues it with unwavering faithfulness. When you respond to His invitation, the joy of His provision speaks louder than your doubt.

Sep 25, 202526 min

Joy Found in Testing God?! Part A

The Lord’s call in Malachi 3:7–12 cuts straight to the heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God confronts His people’s wandering and invites them to test His faithfulness in a way that reveals His generous character. God wants your heart more than your money, and He’ll do whatever it takes to draw you back. When you take Him at His word, the blessings He pours out are unmistakable.

Sep 24, 202526 min

The Unchanging God of Mercy and Justice, Part B

The fire of God’s justice burns with ordered purpose, not chaos. As the Messenger declares the Lord’s coming, Pastor Luke reveals how God’s unchanging nature is both a fierce warning and a merciful refuge. Through Malachi 2:17–3:6, we’re called to trust His character, test our hearts, and turn to Jesus for lasting peace. The God who refines is the same God who preserves His people.

Sep 23, 202526 min

The Unchanging God of Mercy and Justice, Part A

When God's people question His justice, He responds with a promise and a warning. In this bold message from Malachi 2:17–3:6, Pastor Luke Ahrens reminds us that the Lord is unchanging in both mercy and judgment—and He will come like a refiner’s fire. Trust the character of God, examine your heart, and turn to Jesus where true peace and righteousness are found. The God of justice is not absent but is preparing the way for His glory.

Sep 22, 202526 min

The Blessing of Oneness in Marriage, Part B

God doesn’t overlook covenant unfaithfulness. In this convicting conclusion from Malachi 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens presses into God’s response to broken vows and the spiritual fallout that follows when marriage is treated as cavalier. Oneness in marriage is a sacred trust that thrives when both spouses worship God, shapes future generations, calls for daily investment, and brings either divine blessing or discipline. Faithfulness isn't optional; it’s the evidence of a heart guarded by God's Spirit.

Sep 19, 202526 min

The Blessing of Oneness in Marriage, Part A

God designed marriage to reflect His covenant faithfulness. In this powerful message from Malachi 2, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to honor the oneness of marriage as a sacred gift from God, forged by His Spirit and under His watching eyes. Oneness in marriage is deeply shaped by shared worship, changes future generations, demands constant investment, and invites either divine blessing or discipline. Don’t miss this call to guard your spirit and remain faithful to your wife or husband.

Sep 18, 202526 min

The First Domino in Revival! Part B

Revival doesn’t advance through through devotion and conviction. In this second message from Malachi 2:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens presses in on the heart of spiritual leadership: humble obedience, faithful instruction, and deep reverence for God's name. When leaders turn from truth, many stumble, but when hearts return to awe, others are led into life and peace. God is still using surrendered hearts to spark redemption.

Sep 17, 202526 min

The First Domino in Revival! Part A

Revival doesn't begin in the culture; it begins in the heart. From Malachi 2:1–9, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings a powerful call to return to awe, reverence, and faithful leadership before God. The road to judgment is marked by indifference but the path to blessing is paved by those who lead others into repentance and truth. Your heart is the first domino in revival, and it starts with fear and faithfulness before the Lord.

Sep 16, 202526 min

Ditching Leftover, Offensive Worship, Part B

God isn't honored by convenience; He’s glorified by wholehearted devotion. In this second half of the sermon from Malachi 1:6–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to reject hollow habits and return to worship that reflects God’s worth. When we offer our best in joyful surrender, we live out our identity as a royal priesthood and living sacrifices. This message points us toward worship that exalts the name of the Lord among the nations.

Sep 15, 202526 min

Ditching Leftover, Offensive Worship, Part A

God doesn’t overlook half-hearted worship but confronts it head on. Preaching from Malachi 1:6–14, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings a bold reminder that giving God our leftovers is not just lazy...it’s offensive. True worship flows from joyful gospel reflection and shows up in total surrender and daily devotion. This message challenges us to embrace our calling as a royal priesthood and offer lives worthy of the greatness of our King.

Sep 12, 202526 min

The Loving Gift of a Second Chance, Part B

God’s love doesn’t retreat in the face of rebellion yet it pursues with purpose and power. In the second half of this message from Malachi 1:1–5, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls us to see the greatness of the Lord through the lens of His faithful, undeserved love. As God contrasts Jacob and Esau, we’re reminded that His mercy is redemptive. This episode urges listeners to respond to God’s loving gift of a second chance with awe, gratitude, and trust.

Sep 11, 202526 min

The Loving Gift of a Second Chance, Part A

God’s love isn’t a vague feeling; it’s a clear, powerful reality rooted in His Word. Preaching from Malachi 1:1–5, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how God responds to doubt with a bold declaration: “I have loved you.” This episode unpacks four compelling evidences of God’s love: His personal Word, His redemptive covenant, His merciful discipline, and His visible work on behalf of His people. Discover how even in judgment, God is offering the loving gift of a second chance.

Sep 10, 202526 min

Genuine Disciples Build on a Solid Foundation, Part B

What you build your life on determines how it stands in the storm. In this powerful conclusion from Luke 6:46–49, Pastor Luke shows how true discipleship is proven by obedience, not words. Jesus’ warning is clear: only those who act on His truth are building on the rock. When you're choosing your foundation, you're choosing the result.

Sep 9, 202526 min

Genuine Disciples Build on a Solid Foundation, Part A

Storms reveal what your life is really built on. Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Jesus’ striking parable in Luke 6, urging believers to move beyond lip service to real obedience. Genuine discipleship means anchoring your life in the strength and authority of Christ. When the pressure rises, only a well-built faith will stand.

Sep 8, 202526 min

The Truth is Coming Out of Your Heart, Part B

Your fruit is telling the truth about your heart. In this powerful conclusion, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges listeners to pursue lasting heart change that aligns with the character of Christ. The contrast is clear: a good heart stores up what is godly but a corrupt heart gives way to destruction. Discover how surrendering your heart to Jesus shapes everything that flows from your life.

Sep 5, 202526 min

The Truth is Coming Out of Your Heart, Part A

What comes out of your mouth reveals what’s rooted in your heart. Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Jesus’ words in Luke 6, calling believers to examine the spiritual condition behind their words and actions. The good heart of a quality disciple produces life-giving fruit, while a corrupt heart overflows with evil. Learn how true transformation starts beneath the surface.

Sep 4, 202526 min

Becoming a Disciple After God’s Own Heart, Part B

True discipleship starts with a heart shaped by mercy. In the conclusion of this message, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking Jesus’ teaching in Luke 6, urging believers to reject hypocrisy and pursue genuine spiritual vision. Mercy through forgiveness is a defining mark of a heart aligned with Christ. Discover how godly character is formed when we forgive as we’ve been forgiven.

Sep 3, 202526 min

Becoming a Disciple After God’s Own Heart, Part A

Becoming a disciple after God’s own heart means embodying His mercy in everyday life. Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through Jesus’ powerful words in Luke 6, challenging us to lead with compassion, humility, and self-awareness. Quality discipleship is reflecting the mercy of God. Learn how to grow into Christlike maturity by removing judgment and embracing forgiveness.

Sep 2, 202526 min

Distributing Divine Love to Difficult People, Part B

Jesus doesn’t call His disciples to tolerate their enemies; He commands us to love them. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:27–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to step into the costly, Christlike love that goes beyond fairness or self-protection. This is the high call of quality discipleship: to reflect the mercy of our Father by doing good, giving freely, and showing kindness to the undeserving. When we love like this, we live as true sons and daughters of the Most High.

Sep 1, 202526 min

Distributing Divine Love to Difficult People, Part A

Loving challenging people isn’t optional for a disciple of Jesus. Preaching from Luke 6:27–36, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls believers to reflect the mercy of God by showing kindness to those who hurt, oppose, or take advantage of us. This kind of love is supernatural, flowing from the heart of the Father. When we bless our enemies, we put the character of Christ on full display.

Aug 29, 202526 min

Quality Discipleship Starts Here, Part B

The path of true discipleship runs against the grain of the world’s values. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:20–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges believers to take Jesus at His word, even when it means embracing hardship, loss, or rejection. God’s blessing rests not on status or ease but on those who live for His kingdom. This kind of discipleship is bold, costly, and eternally rewarding.

Aug 28, 202526 min

Quality Discipleship Starts Here, Part A

True discipleship begins with a counter-cultural and radical reordering of values. Preaching from Luke 6:20–26, Pastor Luke Ahrens calls followers of Christ to embrace the upside-down blessings of God’s kingdom and the cost of following Jesus faithfully. The world’s measures of success clash with God’s promises to the poor, hungry, and persecuted. Standing firm in these truths shapes the foundation for quality discipleship.

Aug 27, 202526 min

Jesus: The Ultimate Disciple Maker, Part B

Discipleship starts with prayer and purposeful calling. In the second half of this message from Luke 6:12–19, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges believers to embrace the same Spirit-led commitment Jesus showed in selecting and empowering His apostles. True disciple-making requires patience, prayer, and faith in the power that changes hearts and lives. The call to follow Jesus invites us into a mission fueled by divine strength and unwavering dedication.

Aug 26, 202526 min