https://media.missiongrovechurch.com/podcast/audio/ Mission Grove is a nondenominational Christian church located in Phoenix, Arizona. We exist to help every man, woman, and child experience Jesus. no https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/img/Podcast-logo-2024.jpg https://media.missiongrovechurch.com/podcast/audio/ en-us Mission Grove Church Mission Grove Church Mission Grove is a nondenominational Christian church located in Phoenix, Arizona. We exist to help every man, woman, and child experience Jesus. Mission Grove Webmaster podcast@megconsult.com no Is your relationship built to last—or ready to fall apart in the next storm? In this week’s message from The Relationship Remodel series, Pastor Jon Kragel shows us how to weatherproof our love with tools straight from 1 Corinthians 13. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250511_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 May 2025 05:00:00 MST Is your relationship built to last—or ready to fall apart in the next storm? In this week’s message from The Relationship Remodel series, Pastor Jon Kragel shows us how to weatherproof our love with tools straight from 1 Corinthians 13. The Relationship Remodel 00:39:56 God, Jesus, Relationship, Love, Agape, weatherproofing no Today we learn that only God's perfect love can empower our imperfect love. Agape love — unconditional, self-giving, and sacrificial — transforms relationships not by fixing people but by letting God's love flow through us. Barriers like criticism, comparison, control, and complacency can block love, but staying rooted in Christ allows us to love patiently and kindly, even when it’s hard. Loving others starts by personally receiving God's love, faithfully remembering His love, and boldly reflecting His love in action. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250504_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 May 2025 06:28:00 MST Today we learn that only God's perfect love can empower our imperfect love. Agape love — unconditional, self-giving, and sacrificial — transforms relationships not by fixing people but by letting God's love flow through us. Barriers like criticism, comparison, control, and complacency can block love, but staying rooted in Christ allows us to love patiently and kindly, even when it’s hard. Loving others starts by personally receiving God's love, faithfully remembering His love, and boldly reflecting His love in action. The Relationship Remodel 00:36:44 God, Jesus, Love, Agape, Criticism, control no Is love really enough to heal a broken relationship? Or is there something deeper we're missing? Love is more than a feeling. Love is the foundation. In this message, pastor Jon Kragel kicks off the L.O.V.E. Remodel Challenge—a four-step journey to grow, heal, or strengthen a relationship that matters to you. Whether you're feeling stuck, distant, or just ready for a change, this teaching from 1 Corinthians 13 unpacks a kind of love that goes beyond emotion—Agape love—a love that shatters, saves, and shapes us. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250427_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 04:35:00 MST Is love really enough to heal a broken relationship? Or is there something deeper we're missing? Love is more than a feeling. Love is the foundation. In this message, pastor Jon Kragel kicks off the L.O.V.E. Remodel Challenge—a four-step journey to grow, heal, or strengthen a relationship that matters to you. Whether you're feeling stuck, distant, or just ready for a change, this teaching from 1 Corinthians 13 unpacks a kind of love that goes beyond emotion—Agape love—a love that shatters, saves, and shapes us. The Relationship Remodel 00:38:41 God, Jesus, Relationship, Love, Agape, feeling no Doubt isn't the end of faith– it might just be the beginning. In today’s message, “The Benefit of Doubt,” pastor Jon Kragel explores how doubt can actually be a doorway to deeper faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250420_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 17:32:00 MST Doubt isn't the end of faith– it might just be the beginning. In today’s message, “The Benefit of Doubt,” pastor Jon Kragel explores how doubt can actually be a doorway to deeper faith. Easter 2025 00:38:53 God, Jesus, Doubt, Thomas, Easter, faith no Life gets overwhelming—whether you feel overworked, unexpectedly broken, or unsure how God could possibly be present in your current situation. Acts 27–28 shows how God can work even in shipwrecks, storms, and detours. Paul’s journey to Rome was marked by chaos, but God used it all to show His faithfulness, power, and purpose. Through divine redirection, unexpected kindness, and miraculous healing, we’re reminded that storms don’t cancel our calling. In fact, our greatest impact may come in the middle of our greatest mess. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how our significance is greater than our storm. We are invited to live with bold faith, filled with the Holy Spirit, bringing the presence of Jesus to a world in need. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250413_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 04:49:00 MST Life gets overwhelming—whether you feel overworked, unexpectedly broken, or unsure how God could possibly be present in your current situation. Acts 27–28 shows how God can work even in shipwrecks, storms, and detours. Paul’s journey to Rome was marked by chaos, but God used it all to show His faithfulness, power, and purpose. Through divine redirection, unexpected kindness, and miraculous healing, we’re reminded that storms don’t cancel our calling. In fact, our greatest impact may come in the middle of our greatest mess. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how our significance is greater than our storm. We are invited to live with bold faith, filled with the Holy Spirit, bringing the presence of Jesus to a world in need. Brave Faith 00:36:05 God, Jesus, journey, unexpected, impact no Have you faced challenges, doubts, or setbacks and questioned how God could use your life for something bigger. Today, pastor Dave Reno will be bringing a powerful message titled "What’s Your Story?"— a message that will inspire you to see how God can use every part of your journey for His purpose. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250406_reno_dave.mp3 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 05:20:00 MST Have you faced challenges, doubts, or setbacks and questioned how God could use your life for something bigger. Today, pastor Dave Reno will be bringing a powerful message titled "What’s Your Story?"— a message that will inspire you to see how God can use every part of your journey for His purpose. Brave Faith 00:40:01 God, Jesus, story, doubts, setbacks no Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares from Acts 21-23 that having an eternal perspective will strengthen your everyday perseverance. As we dive into the life of Paul, we’ll see that he embraced this reality with unwavering commitment. His life was marked by a boldness that defied circumstances, and today, we’re going to learn what it looks like to follow Jesus in the same way. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250330_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:36:00 MST Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares from Acts 21-23 that having an eternal perspective will strengthen your everyday perseverance. As we dive into the life of Paul, we’ll see that he embraced this reality with unwavering commitment. His life was marked by a boldness that defied circumstances, and today, we’re going to learn what it looks like to follow Jesus in the same way. Brave Faith 00:34:40 God, Jesus, perseverance, commitment no What are you chasing in life? Success? Security? Significance? In Acts 20:17-24, the Apostle Paul shares four keys to finishing well—leading with humility, investing in people, following the Spirit, and embracing the ultimate goal. Join Pastor Jon Kragel as he unpacks how what you chase determines how you finish. Don't miss this powerful message that will challenge and inspire you to live with purpose. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250323_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 04:57:00 MST What are you chasing in life? Success? Security? Significance? In Acts 20:17-24, the Apostle Paul shares four keys to finishing well—leading with humility, investing in people, following the Spirit, and embracing the ultimate goal. Join Pastor Jon Kragel as he unpacks how what you chase determines how you finish. Don't miss this powerful message that will challenge and inspire you to live with purpose. Brave Faith 00:40:46 God, Jesus, race, leadership, goals no Brave Faith requires both biblically correct information and God-honoring courageous action. But what happens when we base our faith on incomplete or misunderstood teachings? In Acts 19, we see how even well-meaning believers needed greater clarity about the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts. Pastor Dan King will challenge us to stand firm in truth and live out our faith boldly. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250316_king_dan.mp3 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 05:07:00 MST Brave Faith requires both biblically correct information and God-honoring courageous action. But what happens when we base our faith on incomplete or misunderstood teachings? In Acts 19, we see how even well-meaning believers needed greater clarity about the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts. Pastor Dan King will challenge us to stand firm in truth and live out our faith boldly. Brave Faith 00:34:37 God, Jesus, correct, action, faith, bold no In this message, pastor Jon Kragel walks through Acts 18 and the story of Aquila and Priscilla, showing how faith grows through relationships. Discover five key qualities that can shape both your marriage and your ministry, and learn practical ways to start impacting others today. Faith moves at the speed of relationships—are you ready to take your next step? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250309_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:07:00 MST In this message, pastor Jon Kragel walks through Acts 18 and the story of Aquila and Priscilla, showing how faith grows through relationships. Discover five key qualities that can shape both your marriage and your ministry, and learn practical ways to start impacting others today. Faith moves at the speed of relationships—are you ready to take your next step? Brave Faith 00:47:33 God, Jesus, difference, ordinary, marriage, ministry no In this message, Pastor Jon Kragel unpacks Acts 17, where the Apostle Paul speaks to a culture full of competing beliefs. His approach—curiosity, clarity, and courage—gives us a roadmap for sharing the Gospel with those who are searching. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250302_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 05:13:00 MST In this message, Pastor Jon Kragel unpacks Acts 17, where the Apostle Paul speaks to a culture full of competing beliefs. His approach—curiosity, clarity, and courage—gives us a roadmap for sharing the Gospel with those who are searching. Brave Faith 00:40:18 God, Jesus, Witnessing, courage, culture no What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into Acts 16 and Philippians 1 to show how, no matter our circumstances, we’re called to praise God and point others to Him. Through the story of Paul and Silas, we’ll learn that worship and witness are a lifestyle, not just actions—and that breakthroughs often come from a change in spirit, not just circumstances. Join us as we discover how every situation can become a stage for God's glory. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250223_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:22:00 MST What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into Acts 16 and Philippians 1 to show how, no matter our circumstances, we’re called to praise God and point others to Him. Through the story of Paul and Silas, we’ll learn that worship and witness are a lifestyle, not just actions—and that breakthroughs often come from a change in spirit, not just circumstances. Join us as we discover how every situation can become a stage for God's glory. Brave Faith 00:35:26 God, Jesus, Tough, Challenges, Struggles. praise no In a world that tells us we have to earn our worth, follow the right rules, or prove ourselves to belong, the idea of grace—God’s free and undeserved gift—can be hard to understand. In this message, pastor Jon Kragel will walk through Acts 15 and break down the Jerusalem Council, a pivotal moment when the early church wrestled with what it truly means to follow Jesus. Is faith about rules and traditions, or is it about something deeper? As we explore this question, we’ll see how grace isn’t just a theological idea—it’s the foundation of our relationship with God and the key to a transformed life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250216_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 19:56:00 MST In a world that tells us we have to earn our worth, follow the right rules, or prove ourselves to belong, the idea of grace—God’s free and undeserved gift—can be hard to understand. In this message, pastor Jon Kragel will walk through Acts 15 and break down the Jerusalem Council, a pivotal moment when the early church wrestled with what it truly means to follow Jesus. Is faith about rules and traditions, or is it about something deeper? As we explore this question, we’ll see how grace isn’t just a theological idea—it’s the foundation of our relationship with God and the key to a transformed life. Brave Faith 00:42:14 God, Jesus, Grace, Brave, Faith, Rules, Jerusalem Council no Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Wondering how to stay strong for your family when everything feels like it’s falling apart? In this message, Pastor Jon Kragel dives into Acts 13 & 14 to show how tough seasons aren’t just obstacles to endure—they’re opportunities to grow. Whether you’re facing rejection, hardship, or uncertainty, this talk will remind you that with Jesus, you might not be untouchable, but you are unstoppable. If you’re looking for strength, hope, and purpose in the middle of life’s struggles, this message is for you. Watch now and discover how brave faith can transform your challenges into something greater. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250209_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 04:39:00 MST Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Wondering how to stay strong for your family when everything feels like it’s falling apart? In this message, Pastor Jon Kragel dives into Acts 13 & 14 to show how tough seasons aren’t just obstacles to endure—they’re opportunities to grow. Whether you’re facing rejection, hardship, or uncertainty, this talk will remind you that with Jesus, you might not be untouchable, but you are unstoppable. If you’re looking for strength, hope, and purpose in the middle of life’s struggles, this message is for you. Watch now and discover how brave faith can transform your challenges into something greater. Brave Faith 00:35:21 God, Jesus, Tough, Challenges, Struggles no What if the overwhelm you feel isn’t from a lack of time—but a lack of clarity? This week, as we kick off our Brave Faith series, Pastor Jon Kragel will unpack how a focused faith can cut through distractions, bring purpose to your everyday life, and lead you toward deeper connection with God, your community, and your mission. Let’s dive in. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250202_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 16:24:00 MST What if the overwhelm you feel isn’t from a lack of time—but a lack of clarity? This week, as we kick off our Brave Faith series, Pastor Jon Kragel will unpack how a focused faith can cut through distractions, bring purpose to your everyday life, and lead you toward deeper connection with God, your community, and your mission. Let’s dive in. Brave Faith 00:39:26 God, Jesus, Acts, Focus, overwhelmed no Are you feeling the weight of juggling life, work, and family while still searching for deeper purpose and peace? Do you ever wonder if there’s a way to pray that brings clarity to confusion, strength to your spirit, and freedom to your soul? This Sunday, Jim Kragel will dive into what it means to pray in truth—to connect your prayers to the one true God in a way that transforms not just your words but your entire life. Through practical insights and powerful scriptures, you'll discover how God's truth provides a foundation and freedom, how His Word can be your compass, and why His love and His people are essential to your journey. Let God’s truth guide your steps, anchor your heart, and lead the way forward. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250126_kragel_jim.mp3 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 19:13:00 MST Are you feeling the weight of juggling life, work, and family while still searching for deeper purpose and peace? Do you ever wonder if there’s a way to pray that brings clarity to confusion, strength to your spirit, and freedom to your soul? This Sunday, Jim Kragel will dive into what it means to pray in truth—to connect your prayers to the one true God in a way that transforms not just your words but your entire life. Through practical insights and powerful scriptures, you'll discover how God's truth provides a foundation and freedom, how His Word can be your compass, and why His love and His people are essential to your journey. Let God’s truth guide your steps, anchor your heart, and lead the way forward. Connecting our Prayers to the One True God 00:38:39 God, Jesus, True, prayer, connect no Discover the power of forgiveness and its connection to prayer. Of all the things Jesus could have included in the Lord's Prayer, why did He talk about forgiveness? Today, as we conclude our series, Teach Us to Pray, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how our vertical relationship with God is directly connected to our horizontal relationship with others. Together, let's dive into Matthew 6:12-13 and Luke 11:4 as we learn how to cancel the debts of those who have wronged us, break free from bitterness, and embrace the transformative nature of God's grace. Forgiveness isn't forgetting, excusing, or denying justice—it’s a path to healing and freedom. Join us as we uncover practical steps to align your prayers with God's purpose and experience the peace only He can provide. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250119_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 19:13:00 MST Discover the power of forgiveness and its connection to prayer. Of all the things Jesus could have included in the Lord's Prayer, why did He talk about forgiveness? Today, as we conclude our series, Teach Us to Pray, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how our vertical relationship with God is directly connected to our horizontal relationship with others. Together, let's dive into Matthew 6:12-13 and Luke 11:4 as we learn how to cancel the debts of those who have wronged us, break free from bitterness, and embrace the transformative nature of God's grace. Forgiveness isn't forgetting, excusing, or denying justice—it’s a path to healing and freedom. Join us as we uncover practical steps to align your prayers with God's purpose and experience the peace only He can provide. Lord, Teach Us To Pray 00:41:53 God, Jesus, pray, forgiveness, relationship no In Week 2 of our Teach Us to Pray series, Pastor Jon Kragel unpacks the powerful truth behind Purpose & Provision from Matthew 6:10-11 and Luke 11:2-3. Discover how praying “Your kingdom come, Your will be done” shifts our focus from cultural pressures to God’s divine purpose. Learn how God's provision may appear as an offering, opportunity, or even an obstacle—and how each is part of His perfect plan. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250112_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 05:01:00 MST In Week 2 of our Teach Us to Pray series, Pastor Jon Kragel unpacks the powerful truth behind Purpose & Provision from Matthew 6:10-11 and Luke 11:2-3. Discover how praying “Your kingdom come, Your will be done” shifts our focus from cultural pressures to God’s divine purpose. Learn how God's provision may appear as an offering, opportunity, or even an obstacle—and how each is part of His perfect plan. Lord, Teach Us To Pray 00:39:14 God, Jesus, pray, kingdom, culture, purpose, provision no Why does prayer often feel like a duty instead of a connection? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will explore how Jesus transforms prayer from a task into a relationship. In the Lord’s Prayer, He teaches us that prayer is about presence—being with God—and praise, responding to His goodness. Rediscover prayer as an anchor for your soul and a doorway to relationship. Today's message comes from Matthew 6:5-13. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20250105_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 05:01:00 MST Why does prayer often feel like a duty instead of a connection? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will explore how Jesus transforms prayer from a task into a relationship. In the Lord’s Prayer, He teaches us that prayer is about presence—being with God—and praise, responding to His goodness. Rediscover prayer as an anchor for your soul and a doorway to relationship. Today's message comes from Matthew 6:5-13. Lord, Teach Us To Pray 00:36:30 God, Jesus, pray, connection, relationship, presence no What if Christmas is more than the lights, the gifts, or even the traditions we hold so dear? What if it’s the arrival of something deeper—someone greater? Today, as we reflect on the familiar story of a baby born in Bethlehem, we’ll discover a love that reaches farther, holds stronger, and goes deeper than we could ever imagine. This is a love that not only meets us where we are but leads us to victory in life. This Christmas, let’s embrace the gift that truly is more than you expected. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241224_kragel_jon.mp3 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:01:00 MST What if Christmas is more than the lights, the gifts, or even the traditions we hold so dear? What if it’s the arrival of something deeper—someone greater? Today, as we reflect on the familiar story of a baby born in Bethlehem, we’ll discover a love that reaches farther, holds stronger, and goes deeper than we could ever imagine. This is a love that not only meets us where we are but leads us to victory in life. This Christmas, let’s embrace the gift that truly is more than you expected. Discover a love that reaches farther, holds stronger, and goes deeper 00:32:52 God, Jesus, Christmas, Love, Expected no What if the challenges and routines of daily life—work deadlines, parenting struggles, or even balancing relationships—weren’t just random chaos but intentional opportunities for a greater purpose? Have you ever felt like your life should mean more, like you were made for something bigger but just aren’t sure what that looks like? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into the truth that God’s presence doesn’t just comfort us; it empowers us to live with boldness and clarity on His mission. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241222_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 05:01:00 MST What if the challenges and routines of daily life—work deadlines, parenting struggles, or even balancing relationships—weren’t just random chaos but intentional opportunities for a greater purpose? Have you ever felt like your life should mean more, like you were made for something bigger but just aren’t sure what that looks like? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into the truth that God’s presence doesn’t just comfort us; it empowers us to live with boldness and clarity on His mission. Go With Us 00:35:38 God, Jesus, mission, purpose, who you are no Have you ever faced a season where uncertainty felt overwhelming and the path ahead seemed unclear? What if those valleys are where God does His deepest work in shaping your life? This Sunday, Pastor Dan King will guide us through the powerful truth that God is with us in our valleys. Together, we’ll discover how the challenges we face can lead to Christ-like transformation when we trust His presence and His purpose in every step of the journey. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241215_king_dan.mp3 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 19:49:00 MST Have you ever faced a season where uncertainty felt overwhelming and the path ahead seemed unclear? What if those valleys are where God does His deepest work in shaping your life? This Sunday, Pastor Dan King will guide us through the powerful truth that God is with us in our valleys. Together, we’ll discover how the challenges we face can lead to Christ-like transformation when we trust His presence and His purpose in every step of the journey. God With Us 00:27:32 God, Jesus, over whelmed, Transition, Valley no What battles are you facing right now—at work, in your family, or in your heart? Life often feels like an endless arena where challenges and critics surround us. But what if courage isn’t about being fearless? What if it’s about where we place our focus? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into the story of Joshua and discover how God’s presence gives us strength to face life’s hardest moments. Whether you’re striving for balance, enduring setbacks, or seeking purpose, know this: God is with you in your battles. Join us as we explore what it means to live with courage that comes from Him. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241208_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 19:49:00 MST What battles are you facing right now—at work, in your family, or in your heart? Life often feels like an endless arena where challenges and critics surround us. But what if courage isn’t about being fearless? What if it’s about where we place our focus? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into the story of Joshua and discover how God’s presence gives us strength to face life’s hardest moments. Whether you’re striving for balance, enduring setbacks, or seeking purpose, know this: God is with you in your battles. Join us as we explore what it means to live with courage that comes from Him. God With Us 00:35:11 God, Jesus, Battles, Courage no In the everyday busyness of life, it’s easy to feel overlooked or insignificant. But God’s promise in Isaiah 7:14—fulfilled in the birth of Jesus—reminds us that He is present even in life’s smallest, most ordinary moments. Today, Pastor Jon Kragel begins a new series, God With Us, and we will discover how God turns the overlooked into the extraordinary. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241201_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 19:49:00 MST In the everyday busyness of life, it’s easy to feel overlooked or insignificant. But God’s promise in Isaiah 7:14—fulfilled in the birth of Jesus—reminds us that He is present even in life’s smallest, most ordinary moments. Today, Pastor Jon Kragel begins a new series, God With Us, and we will discover how God turns the overlooked into the extraordinary. God With Us 00:39:45 God, Jesus, obscurity, overlooked, insignificant, extraordinary no Have you ever left your faith in the "package," untouched and unused? Today, we explore what it means to take your faith out of the box and put it into action. From Matthew 25:14-30 and other passages, pastor Jon Kragel will share how fear wastes what faith multiplies. Join us as we challenge one another to steward our time, talent, and treasure with faith instead of fear. Discover how God blesses faithful risk with fruitful return and learn how to embrace gratitude as an active response to His incredible gifts. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241124_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:49:00 MST Have you ever left your faith in the "package," untouched and unused? Today, we explore what it means to take your faith out of the box and put it into action. From Matthew 25:14-30 and other passages, pastor Jon Kragel will share how fear wastes what faith multiplies. Join us as we challenge one another to steward our time, talent, and treasure with faith instead of fear. Discover how God blesses faithful risk with fruitful return and learn how to embrace gratitude as an active response to His incredible gifts. Share the Love 00:37:32 God, Jesus, thankful, giving, faithful, gifts no Have you ever felt trapped, unable to see a way forward? Peter experienced this firsthand when he was locked up in prison, facing certain death. But as his friends prayed, God moved and brought an unexpected rescue, knocking at the door of their faith. Today, pastor Jon Kragel reminds us that when we pray and obey, we join the movement of God. In Acts 12, we see how our prayers open doors for divine intervention. We’ll discuss and discover what it looks like to answer when God knocks, even if it challenges our expectations. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241117_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 19:49:00 MST Have you ever felt trapped, unable to see a way forward? Peter experienced this firsthand when he was locked up in prison, facing certain death. But as his friends prayed, God moved and brought an unexpected rescue, knocking at the door of their faith. Today, pastor Jon Kragel reminds us that when we pray and obey, we join the movement of God. In Acts 12, we see how our prayers open doors for divine intervention. We’ll discuss and discover what it looks like to answer when God knocks, even if it challenges our expectations. Acts 00:43:34 God, Jesus, rescue, prison knock no Ever feel like there’s something more you’re meant for—a bigger purpose, deeper connection, or lasting impact? Today Pastor Jon Kragel looks over Acts 10, where we see God breaking down barriers and opening paths to exactly that. We’re exploring what happens when we trust Him to lead us beyond our limits. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241110_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:49:00 MST Ever feel like there’s something more you’re meant for—a bigger purpose, deeper connection, or lasting impact? Today Pastor Jon Kragel looks over Acts 10, where we see God breaking down barriers and opening paths to exactly that. We’re exploring what happens when we trust Him to lead us beyond our limits. Acts 00:34:17 God, Jesus, impact, trust, purpose no What if your past—no matter how complicated—could actually be turned into a powerful platform for good? Maybe you've faced setbacks in your career, experienced fractured relationships, or struggled with mistakes you thought would define you forever. Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into Saul's life-altering encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus (from Acts 9) —a moment that transformed a man with a troubled past into a powerful voice for God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241103_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:49:00 MST What if your past—no matter how complicated—could actually be turned into a powerful platform for good? Maybe you've faced setbacks in your career, experienced fractured relationships, or struggled with mistakes you thought would define you forever. Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will dive into Saul's life-altering encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus (from Acts 9) —a moment that transformed a man with a troubled past into a powerful voice for God. Acts 00:32:22 God, Jesus, Saul, Damascus, road, past no When God says "GO," are you ready? In this message, pastor Jon Kragel will explore how Philip’s obedience in Acts 8 brought the Gospel to unexpected places and people. From the crowds in Samaria to a searching Ethiopian official, God’s love knows no boundaries. The Gospel is for everyone. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241027_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 19:49:00 MST When God says "GO," are you ready? In this message, pastor Jon Kragel will explore how Philip’s obedience in Acts 8 brought the Gospel to unexpected places and people. From the crowds in Samaria to a searching Ethiopian official, God’s love knows no boundaries. The Gospel is for everyone. Acts 00:42:42 God, Jesus, Go, Gospel, Testimony, Share, Acts no What if your ordinary, everyday actions could have an extraordinary, eternal impact? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will explore the life of Stephen (from Acts 6 & 7), a man who lived with unwavering faith, wisdom, and humility, and whose influence changed the course of history. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of modern life, seeking deeper purpose, or longing to make a difference, this message will show you how an “ordinary” person can live a truly extraordinary life. How can you, too, leave a legacy that outlasts your lifetime? Listen to find out. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241020_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Oct 2024 19:49:00 MST What if your ordinary, everyday actions could have an extraordinary, eternal impact? Today, Pastor Jon Kragel will explore the life of Stephen (from Acts 6 & 7), a man who lived with unwavering faith, wisdom, and humility, and whose influence changed the course of history. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of modern life, seeking deeper purpose, or longing to make a difference, this message will show you how an “ordinary” person can live a truly extraordinary life. How can you, too, leave a legacy that outlasts your lifetime? Listen to find out. Acts 00:40:33 God, Jesus, Ordinary, Life, legacy no In a divided world, how do Christians stay true to their faith? Today, pastor Jon Kragel will explore how the disciples and Jesus navigated political challenges without compromising their mission (Acts 5 & Mark 12). Join us as we learn to live with conviction, compassion, and unity. Watch now to discover how we can rise above the noise and reflect God’s truth in today’s culture. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241013_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 05:30:00 MST In a divided world, how do Christians stay true to their faith? Today, pastor Jon Kragel will explore how the disciples and Jesus navigated political challenges without compromising their mission (Acts 5 & Mark 12). Join us as we learn to live with conviction, compassion, and unity. Watch now to discover how we can rise above the noise and reflect God’s truth in today’s culture. Acts 00:40:40 God, Jesus, politics, culture, vote no The best time to follow God is now. Today, we celebrate and praise God for what He's done in the past as well as pray for what God is going to do in the future. Pastor Jon Kragel will be sharing an update on our Crazy Love Project, sharing lots of encouraging testimonies from the people in the church, as well as preach from 2 Corinthians 5:13-6:2. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20241006_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 09:38:00 MST The best time to follow God is now. Today, we celebrate and praise God for what He's done in the past as well as pray for what God is going to do in the future. Pastor Jon Kragel will be sharing an update on our Crazy Love Project, sharing lots of encouraging testimonies from the people in the church, as well as preach from 2 Corinthians 5:13-6:2. 6th Anniversary 00:42:19 God, Jesus, Anniversary, 6, Birthday, Crazy Love no Have you ever wondered why your motivation behind giving matters to God? Today, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through Acts 4:32-5:11, uncovering a powerful lesson about the heart’s role in generosity and integrity. Through the stories of two different responses to God's call, his message will challenge you to reflect on what truly drives your actions. What does God see when He looks at your heart? Join us as we discover why your motivation matters. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240929_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 09:38:00 MST Have you ever wondered why your motivation behind giving matters to God? Today, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through Acts 4:32-5:11, uncovering a powerful lesson about the heart’s role in generosity and integrity. Through the stories of two different responses to God's call, his message will challenge you to reflect on what truly drives your actions. What does God see when He looks at your heart? Join us as we discover why your motivation matters. Acts 00:43:06 God, Jesus, Acts, motivation, heart, Barnabas no What if the name of Jesus could change your life? Today, as we study Acts 3 and 4, we'll discover how embracing the name of Jesus creates a new normal—unlocking new life, absolute authority, miraculous transformation, and empowered boldness. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240922_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 11:26:00 MST What if the name of Jesus could change your life? Today, as we study Acts 3 and 4, we'll discover how embracing the name of Jesus creates a new normal—unlocking new life, absolute authority, miraculous transformation, and empowered boldness. Acts 00:34:46 God, Jesus, Name, Acts no Are you feeling like you've been waiting for something big to happen in your life? Imagine the joy of your sports team winning the championship, the relief when a storm ends, or the excitement of a long-anticipated graduation day. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues preaching through Acts, and in Acts 2, we see a powerful "wait is over" moment—the arrival of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, changing everything for the early church. Join us online this week as we explore how the Holy Spirit brings life, grace, and transformation. How will you respond to God's invitation? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240915_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 11:26:00 MST Are you feeling like you've been waiting for something big to happen in your life? Imagine the joy of your sports team winning the championship, the relief when a storm ends, or the excitement of a long-anticipated graduation day. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues preaching through Acts, and in Acts 2, we see a powerful "wait is over" moment—the arrival of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, changing everything for the early church. Join us online this week as we explore how the Holy Spirit brings life, grace, and transformation. How will you respond to God's invitation? Acts 00:41:10 God, Jesus, Pentacost, win no Are you experiencing a spiritual power outage? What if the power hasn't left the church, but the church has left the power? As Christians, we're called to live in the POWER of the Holy Spirit to be the PRESENCE of Christ to the PEOPLE around us. Join us today as we start a new series through Acts, and pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Acts 1:1-14. Where the Gospel of Luke covered what Jesus did, Acts covers what Jesus is still doing through the church today! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240908_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 04:54:00 MST Are you experiencing a spiritual power outage? What if the power hasn't left the church, but the church has left the power? As Christians, we're called to live in the POWER of the Holy Spirit to be the PRESENCE of Christ to the PEOPLE around us. Join us today as we start a new series through Acts, and pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Acts 1:1-14. Where the Gospel of Luke covered what Jesus did, Acts covers what Jesus is still doing through the church today! Acts 00:32:39 God, Jesus, Acts, power, spirit no What's guiding you through life? Vision is like a compass. Mission and Values are like the map. Vision points to true north, while mission and value help you get to where you want to go. Today, as we wrap our series, Centered, pastor Jon Kragel shares how what you value determines what you do, and therefore, what you do demonstrates what you value. While you process your own personal values, we'll discuss and describe the values of Mission Grove Church and how they drive what we do on a weekly and daily basis. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240901_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 04:54:00 MST What's guiding you through life? Vision is like a compass. Mission and Values are like the map. Vision points to true north, while mission and value help you get to where you want to go. Today, as we wrap our series, Centered, pastor Jon Kragel shares how what you value determines what you do, and therefore, what you do demonstrates what you value. While you process your own personal values, we'll discuss and describe the values of Mission Grove Church and how they drive what we do on a weekly and daily basis. Centered 00:35:11 God, Jesus, Guide, Vision, Mission, church no In today's world, we often find ourselves navigating through chaos, stress, and uncertainty. But what if we could pursue healthy, fulfilling relationships even amidst the messiness of life? Join us for this week's sermon, "Healthy Relationships in an Unhealthy World," where pastor Jon Kragel will use Jesus' examples found in the Gospel of Mark to explore the value and power of relationships rooted in faith. Join us as we discuss practical relationship principles: * Boundaries * The Relationship Spectrum * The Practice of Differentiation * Tips for Better Conversations If you're seeking guidance on how to foster biblical, healthier, more meaningful connections in an often chaotic world, this message is for you! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240825_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 04:54:00 MST In today's world, we often find ourselves navigating through chaos, stress, and uncertainty. But what if we could pursue healthy, fulfilling relationships even amidst the messiness of life? Join us for this week's sermon, "Healthy Relationships in an Unhealthy World," where pastor Jon Kragel will use Jesus' examples found in the Gospel of Mark to explore the value and power of relationships rooted in faith. Join us as we discuss practical relationship principles: * Boundaries * The Relationship Spectrum * The Practice of Differentiation * Tips for Better Conversations If you're seeking guidance on how to foster biblical, healthier, more meaningful connections in an often chaotic world, this message is for you! Centered 00:35:25 God, Jesus, Healthy, Relationships, stress, chaos no Do you ever feel trapped by your emotions, unaware of the impact they have on your life and relationships? Are you curious about how emotional blindness might be blocking you from seeing God's plan and participating in healthy relationships? Join us this Sunday as pastor Dan King preaches a message that will explore how understanding and overcoming our emotional blind spots can lead us to a deeper connection with God and others. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240818_king_dan.mp3 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 06:41:00 MST Do you ever feel trapped by your emotions, unaware of the impact they have on your life and relationships? Are you curious about how emotional blindness might be blocking you from seeing God's plan and participating in healthy relationships? Join us this Sunday as pastor Dan King preaches a message that will explore how understanding and overcoming our emotional blind spots can lead us to a deeper connection with God and others. Centered 00:31:13 God, Jesus, Healing, self-aware, emotions no When it comes to dealing with stress and anxiety and you're hearing a song you don't like in your mind, turn down the volume and tune into a better channel. Today, in week one of our new series, Centered, pastor Jon Kragel discusses how to identify chronic anxiety in your life as well as how to respond from a biblical perspective. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240811_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 06:41:00 MST When it comes to dealing with stress and anxiety and you're hearing a song you don't like in your mind, turn down the volume and tune into a better channel. Today, in week one of our new series, Centered, pastor Jon Kragel discusses how to identify chronic anxiety in your life as well as how to respond from a biblical perspective. Centered 00:38:05 God, Jesus, chaos, calm, centered no Courage chooses calling over circumstance. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the story of Esther shows Esther's obedience and God's provision in a time of challenging chaos. Whatever season you find yourself in today, choose courage by embracing God's placement, trusting God's plan, and walking in God's power. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240804_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 09:08:00 MST Courage chooses calling over circumstance. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the story of Esther shows Esther's obedience and God's provision in a time of challenging chaos. Whatever season you find yourself in today, choose courage by embracing God's placement, trusting God's plan, and walking in God's power. Lessons from Esther 00:39:17 God, Jesus, Courage, Esther, provision no Prayer is the path to praise. Today, as we wrap up our series through Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Psalm 150 and the meaning of "hallelujah." For those who believe in Christ, all prayer eventually ends in praise. The conclusion of the Psalms should give us encouragement for every season of our life, knowing that when all is said and done, we will be standing before God shouting, "Praise the Lord." https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240728_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 09:08:00 MST Prayer is the path to praise. Today, as we wrap up our series through Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Psalm 150 and the meaning of "hallelujah." For those who believe in Christ, all prayer eventually ends in praise. The conclusion of the Psalms should give us encouragement for every season of our life, knowing that when all is said and done, we will be standing before God shouting, "Praise the Lord." Summer in the Psalms 00:39:16 God, Jesus, Prayer, Praise, hallelujah no If you've ever felt like your tears have been your only companion, or found yourself asking, "Where is my God?", you're not alone. Today, we'll explore the journey of a discouraged worship leader who faced a crisis of confidence and faith. Together, we'll uncover powerful lessons on dealing with discouragement, debunk common myths, and learn that it's okay to voice our pain to God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240721_reno_dave.mp3 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 17:55:00 MST If you've ever felt like your tears have been your only companion, or found yourself asking, "Where is my God?", you're not alone. Today, we'll explore the journey of a discouraged worship leader who faced a crisis of confidence and faith. Together, we'll uncover powerful lessons on dealing with discouragement, debunk common myths, and learn that it's okay to voice our pain to God. Summer in the Psalms 00:36:33 God, Jesus, discourage, discouragement no We live in a world that teaches you to rely upon everything and everyone but the God who made you. But what if we truly believed that God was our rock and foundation not only for our faith, but also for our daily lives? Today, pastor Dan King will be preaching from Psalm 62, teaching us how to have spiritual reliance that only comes from God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240714_king_dan.mp3 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 19:40:00 MST We live in a world that teaches you to rely upon everything and everyone but the God who made you. But what if we truly believed that God was our rock and foundation not only for our faith, but also for our daily lives? Today, pastor Dan King will be preaching from Psalm 62, teaching us how to have spiritual reliance that only comes from God. Summer in the Psalms 00:33:37 God, Jesus, foundation, reliance no Psalm 139:1-16 not only speaks to the value of life, but also speaks to the value and attributes of the One who gives us life – God. Today, we continue our series through Psalms, as Jim Kragel teaches through 4 powerful and valuable attributes of God that will help you understand life as we know it. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240707_kragel_jim.mp3 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 07:04:00 MST Psalm 139:1-16 not only speaks to the value of life, but also speaks to the value and attributes of the One who gives us life – God. Today, we continue our series through Psalms, as Jim Kragel teaches through 4 powerful and valuable attributes of God that will help you understand life as we know it. Summer in the Psalms 00:34:33 God, Jesus, character, values no Signs have significance when they point to something (or someone) greater than themselves. Although written 1,000 years prior, did you know that Psalms 110 and 118 point directly to Jesus? Jesus truly is our authority, our salvation, and our foundation. Today, as we continue our series, Summer in the Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through the most quoted and referenced Psalms in the New Testament. In our uncertain and unstable world, we can have certainty and security in Jesus. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240630_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 06:27:00 MST Signs have significance when they point to something (or someone) greater than themselves. Although written 1,000 years prior, did you know that Psalms 110 and 118 point directly to Jesus? Jesus truly is our authority, our salvation, and our foundation. Today, as we continue our series, Summer in the Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through the most quoted and referenced Psalms in the New Testament. In our uncertain and unstable world, we can have certainty and security in Jesus. Summer in the Psalms 00:39:46 God, Jesus, signs, faith no What do you do when you feel broken? How do you handle sin, sorrow, sadness, and suffering? Today, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through a tool that has helped believers process difficult times for thousands of years, the practice of lament. Lament is a prayer in pain that leads to trust, and today, we'll discuss David's prayer of lament found in Psalm 51. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240623_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 13:22:00 MST What do you do when you feel broken? How do you handle sin, sorrow, sadness, and suffering? Today, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through a tool that has helped believers process difficult times for thousands of years, the practice of lament. Lament is a prayer in pain that leads to trust, and today, we'll discuss David's prayer of lament found in Psalm 51. Summer in the Psalms 00:41:29 God, Jesus, lament, broken, sadness, suffering no God's goodness is greater than your crisis. Join us as we unpack Psalm 34, one of the greatest praise psalms in the Bible that was written in one of the most unlikely places. Today, as we continue our series through the Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel shares how worship is possible in every situation and how worship truly is a response to God's goodness. Did you know that Psalm 34 is connected to Jesus, Paul, and Peter? Join us today to learn how. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240616_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 13:22:00 MST God's goodness is greater than your crisis. Join us as we unpack Psalm 34, one of the greatest praise psalms in the Bible that was written in one of the most unlikely places. Today, as we continue our series through the Psalms, pastor Jon Kragel shares how worship is possible in every situation and how worship truly is a response to God's goodness. Did you know that Psalm 34 is connected to Jesus, Paul, and Peter? Join us today to learn how. Summer in the Psalms 00:34:54 God, Jesus, crisis, praise, worship, psalms no Are you searching for a life that is truly blessed and deeply rooted in something eternal? Join us as we explore "The Blessed Life" through Psalm 1 with pastor Jon Kragel. Discover how immersing yourself in God's Word can provide fruit in due season, stability in all seasons, and prosperity over the long haul of life. Join as we discuss the key that unlocks the blessed life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240609_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 18:19:00 MST Are you searching for a life that is truly blessed and deeply rooted in something eternal? Join us as we explore "The Blessed Life" through Psalm 1 with pastor Jon Kragel. Discover how immersing yourself in God's Word can provide fruit in due season, stability in all seasons, and prosperity over the long haul of life. Join as we discuss the key that unlocks the blessed life. Summer in the Psalms 00:41:01 God, Jesus, Psalms, Blessed, fruit no Whether you're looking for comfort, guidance, or a way to enrich your spiritual journey, the Psalms provide profound insights. Today, pastor Jon Kragel will share an introduction to the greatest music album of all time, sharing how the Psalms helps us experience God in everyday life. Join us to see how these sacred songs can transform your daily life and bring you closer to glorifying and enjoying God forever.#SummerPsalms https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240602_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 19:23:00 MST Whether you're looking for comfort, guidance, or a way to enrich your spiritual journey, the Psalms provide profound insights. Today, pastor Jon Kragel will share an introduction to the greatest music album of all time, sharing how the Psalms helps us experience God in everyday life. Join us to see how these sacred songs can transform your daily life and bring you closer to glorifying and enjoying God forever.#SummerPsalms Summer in the Psalms 00:34:39 God, Jesus, Summer, Psalms no What does it mean to finish well? Today, as we wrap up our series, Living a Legacy, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the final words of the apostle Paul to Timothy found in 2 Timothy chapter 4. Recognizing he was in his final lap of life, Paul encouraged Timothy to preach and practice the way of Jesus. Join us to find encouragement and guidance for your own journey, and to see how you, too, can leave a lasting legacy of faith and love. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240526_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 May 2024 15:04:00 MST What does it mean to finish well? Today, as we wrap up our series, Living a Legacy, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the final words of the apostle Paul to Timothy found in 2 Timothy chapter 4. Recognizing he was in his final lap of life, Paul encouraged Timothy to preach and practice the way of Jesus. Join us to find encouragement and guidance for your own journey, and to see how you, too, can leave a lasting legacy of faith and love. Living a Legacy 00:35:50 God, Jesus, Finish, Journey, preach, practice no Can you trust the Bible? If so, how can you use the Bible in your everyday life? Join us today, as pastor Jon Kragel preaches from 2 Timothy 3 and shares how God's Word helps us live God's way to reach God's world. In the message today, you'll 4 uses for the Bible as well as 10 ways to engage with Scripture. Is the Bible unused your unleashed in your life? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240519_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 May 2024 04:42:00 MST Can you trust the Bible? If so, how can you use the Bible in your everyday life? Join us today, as pastor Jon Kragel preaches from 2 Timothy 3 and shares how God's Word helps us live God's way to reach God's world. In the message today, you'll 4 uses for the Bible as well as 10 ways to engage with Scripture. Is the Bible unused your unleashed in your life? Living a Legacy 00:33:49 God, Jesus, bible, cross-reference no What is the key to success? Success comes through consistent sacrifice over time. In a society grappling with uncertainty, mental health challenges, and a quest for purpose, pastor Jon Kragel shares the power of perseverance when navigating adversity. Through Paul's writing to Timothy (2 Timothy 2:1-7), we'll discuss practical wisdom that will equip you with the tools to build resilience, foster community, and pursue goals in today's complex world. #LivingALegacy https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240512_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 May 2024 04:57:00 MST What is the key to success? Success comes through consistent sacrifice over time. In a society grappling with uncertainty, mental health challenges, and a quest for purpose, pastor Jon Kragel shares the power of perseverance when navigating adversity. Through Paul's writing to Timothy (2 Timothy 2:1-7), we'll discuss practical wisdom that will equip you with the tools to build resilience, foster community, and pursue goals in today's complex world. #LivingALegacy Living a Legacy 00:35:59 God, Jesus, Success, Perseverance, Challenges no A legacy can be defined as "the lasting impact or influence that someone leaves behind," but before you can leave a legacy, you first have to live a legacy. Over the next four weeks, we're going to study 2 Timothy, the final words of the apostle Paul to his protege Timothy to learn how our hope for tomorrow gives us help for today. In today's message, pastor Jon Kragel will share how when it comes to fear and faith, the fire that grows is the fire you feed. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240505_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 May 2024 04:57:00 MST A legacy can be defined as "the lasting impact or influence that someone leaves behind," but before you can leave a legacy, you first have to live a legacy. Over the next four weeks, we're going to study 2 Timothy, the final words of the apostle Paul to his protege Timothy to learn how our hope for tomorrow gives us help for today. In today's message, pastor Jon Kragel will share how when it comes to fear and faith, the fire that grows is the fire you feed. Living a Legacy 00:33:11 God, Jesus, Legacy, Influence no In a culture consumed by self-promotion, today, pastor Jon Kragel dives into Acts 2:42-47 and other passages to offer a refreshing contrast. The path to significance is paved in service. Join us as we explore the game-changing power of servant leadership and how it stands in stark contrast to the self-centered ethos of our modern world. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240428_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 04:57:00 MST In a culture consumed by self-promotion, today, pastor Jon Kragel dives into Acts 2:42-47 and other passages to offer a refreshing contrast. The path to significance is paved in service. Join us as we explore the game-changing power of servant leadership and how it stands in stark contrast to the self-centered ethos of our modern world. Uncommon Sense 00:31:32 God, Jesus, Service, Significance no In a world often consumed by the pursuit of possessions and personal gain, what if the key to finding true joy wasn't accumulating more, but giving generously? Today, as we continue our series, Uncommon Sense, pastor Jon Kragel shares how giving leads to growing. Join us online as we dive into the heart of generosity, discussing the practices of the early church found in Acts 2:42-47 and beyond. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240421_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 04:57:00 MST In a world often consumed by the pursuit of possessions and personal gain, what if the key to finding true joy wasn't accumulating more, but giving generously? Today, as we continue our series, Uncommon Sense, pastor Jon Kragel shares how giving leads to growing. Join us online as we dive into the heart of generosity, discussing the practices of the early church found in Acts 2:42-47 and beyond. Uncommon Sense 00:36:12 God, Jesus, generosity, joy no You were designed for relationship with God and relationships with other people. For spiritual growth, relationships is God's plan A. God Himself has perfect relationship within the trinity. Jesus then modeled healthy relationships with the disciples while He was here on earth. If we were designed for relationships, shouldn't we learn how to grow in them? Today, as we continue our series, Uncommon Relationships, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the biblical meaning of fellowship, and how we can have true koinonia with one another. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240414_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 04:57:00 MST You were designed for relationship with God and relationships with other people. For spiritual growth, relationships is God's plan A. God Himself has perfect relationship within the trinity. Jesus then modeled healthy relationships with the disciples while He was here on earth. If we were designed for relationships, shouldn't we learn how to grow in them? Today, as we continue our series, Uncommon Relationships, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the biblical meaning of fellowship, and how we can have true koinonia with one another. Uncommon Sense 00:37:17 God, Jesus, relationships, growth, koinonia no Our world is filled with division, difficulties, and distractions. What if there were a better way? This weekend we launch a new series called Uncommon Sense, and pastor Jon will discuss the origins and meaning of the church from Acts 2:36-47. The church is a movement with a message on a mission, modeled by Jesus and motivated by love. Worship is giving what you have to whom you value most. Everyone in the world worships someone or something. Learn what it means to worship God today and how to deepen your devotion towards Him. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240407_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 07:50:00 MST Our world is filled with division, difficulties, and distractions. What if there were a better way? This weekend we launch a new series called Uncommon Sense, and pastor Jon will discuss the origins and meaning of the church from Acts 2:36-47. The church is a movement with a message on a mission, modeled by Jesus and motivated by love. Worship is giving what you have to whom you value most. Everyone in the world worships someone or something. Learn what it means to worship God today and how to deepen your devotion towards Him. Uncommon Sense 00:40:42 God, Jesus, Sense, Devotion, Acts no A paradox can be defined as a statement or situation that seems absurd or contradictory that when investigated might actually be found to be true. Easter is a paradox because it's both a memorial and a wedding. Through Christ's ultimate sacrifice on the cross, we gain access to our greatest relationship with God. Join us today for Easter online as pastor Jon Kragel discusses how the death of Christ leads to a resurrected life. Through our study of John 19:30, we learn the meaning behind Christ's final moments on the cross and how they still impact us today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240331_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 07:50:00 MST A paradox can be defined as a statement or situation that seems absurd or contradictory that when investigated might actually be found to be true. Easter is a paradox because it's both a memorial and a wedding. Through Christ's ultimate sacrifice on the cross, we gain access to our greatest relationship with God. Join us today for Easter online as pastor Jon Kragel discusses how the death of Christ leads to a resurrected life. Through our study of John 19:30, we learn the meaning behind Christ's final moments on the cross and how they still impact us today. Easter 00:29:33 God, Jesus, purpose, peace, power no When reading the Bible, it's common to skim through lists at the end of Paul's letters because we don't understand who Paul is talking about. However, there's a lot of faith in the fine print, as pastor Jon Kragel shares with us encouragement from Colossians 4:2-18. Think of today's message as a strong locker room talk from the coach as you head into your week because spiritual transformation is a team sport! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240324_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 07:50:00 MST When reading the Bible, it's common to skim through lists at the end of Paul's letters because we don't understand who Paul is talking about. However, there's a lot of faith in the fine print, as pastor Jon Kragel shares with us encouragement from Colossians 4:2-18. Think of today's message as a strong locker room talk from the coach as you head into your week because spiritual transformation is a team sport! Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:34:16 God, Jesus, Christ, Colossians, fine, Print,team no Why is it that we can go to church, read the bible, learn what to do, but then live differently throughout the week? Have you ever felt like you should be doing more? Have you ever struggled connecting what you read with how you live? The desire to live better is there, but you keep falling short? Join us today to learn what to do next. I have good news, there's hope for you! There's hope for us. Let's enjoy this practical conversation together. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240317_kragel_jim_DzIarkx.mp3 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 06:21:00 MST Why is it that we can go to church, read the bible, learn what to do, but then live differently throughout the week? Have you ever felt like you should be doing more? Have you ever struggled connecting what you read with how you live? The desire to live better is there, but you keep falling short? Join us today to learn what to do next. I have good news, there's hope for you! There's hope for us. Let's enjoy this practical conversation together. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:40:48 God, Jesus, Get Better, doing no Daily commitment shapes healthy relationships. Today, as we continue our series through Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares what the apostle Paul tells us to "put on" daily as Christians and how that should impact the people around us. Join us as we study Colossians 3:12-4:1 together. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240310_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 06:54:00 MST Daily commitment shapes healthy relationships. Today, as we continue our series through Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares what the apostle Paul tells us to "put on" daily as Christians and how that should impact the people around us. Join us as we study Colossians 3:12-4:1 together. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:33:34 God, Jesus, Colossians, relationships, glory, garments no Your mindset matters. Experts say the average person has to make roughly 35,000 decisions a day. That is a lot of choices to make every 24 hours, so where do you start? Today, as we continue our series, Colossians: Christ Over Everything, pastor Jon Kragel shares how having an eternal mindset cultivates earthly freedom. We'll be studying Colossians 3, verses 1-11. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240303_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 3 Mar 2024 06:54:00 MST Your mindset matters. Experts say the average person has to make roughly 35,000 decisions a day. That is a lot of choices to make every 24 hours, so where do you start? Today, as we continue our series, Colossians: Christ Over Everything, pastor Jon Kragel shares how having an eternal mindset cultivates earthly freedom. We'll be studying Colossians 3, verses 1-11. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:37:10 God, Jesus, Colossians, mind, choices no When it comes to faith, it's important to know who you are and who you are not. Today, as we continue our series through Colossians, pastor Dan King shares how our identity in Christ should shape who we are (from Colossians 2:6-23). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240225_king_dan.mp3 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 06:54:00 MST When it comes to faith, it's important to know who you are and who you are not. Today, as we continue our series through Colossians, pastor Dan King shares how our identity in Christ should shape who we are (from Colossians 2:6-23). Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:40:48 God, Jesus, Colossians, me, you, self no We gather as a church to treasure Christ together. Faith not only makes your life better, but also makes you better at life. As we continue our series through the book of Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value of gathering together as a church family. Paul's encouragement to the church in Colossae still applies to us today. You need the church, and the church needs you. Within you is Jesus Christ, the hope of glory. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240218_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 06:54:00 MST We gather as a church to treasure Christ together. Faith not only makes your life better, but also makes you better at life. As we continue our series through the book of Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value of gathering together as a church family. Paul's encouragement to the church in Colossae still applies to us today. You need the church, and the church needs you. Within you is Jesus Christ, the hope of glory. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:43:38 God, Jesus, Gathering, church, community no From creation to redemption, Christ holds all things together. Today, as we continue our series, Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares why you can trust Jesus what it means to live a Christ-centered life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240211_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 06:54:00 MST From creation to redemption, Christ holds all things together. Today, as we continue our series, Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares why you can trust Jesus what it means to live a Christ-centered life. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:30:45 God, Jesus, Colossians, creation, redemption, Christ-centered no The apostle Paul gives us a great example for how to pray for ourselves and others in Colossians 1:1-14. When you pray, pray for godly wisdom and a godly walk. Today, as we begin our series through Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares an introduction to the letter as well as offers insight into how Paul's prayer is still applicable to us today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240204_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 17:09:00 MST The apostle Paul gives us a great example for how to pray for ourselves and others in Colossians 1:1-14. When you pray, pray for godly wisdom and a godly walk. Today, as we begin our series through Colossians, pastor Jon Kragel shares an introduction to the letter as well as offers insight into how Paul's prayer is still applicable to us today. Colossians: Christ over Everything 00:37:29 God, Jesus, Colossians, prayer, wisdom no Every year we pick a directional theme for our church to align us together. Hear from pastor Jon Kragel as we share where we've come from and where we're going as a church in 2024! This will unlock potential in your life and unleash power in the church. It's going to be a great celebration. Thanks for joining us online! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240128_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:09:00 MST Every year we pick a directional theme for our church to align us together. Hear from pastor Jon Kragel as we share where we've come from and where we're going as a church in 2024! This will unlock potential in your life and unleash power in the church. It's going to be a great celebration. Thanks for joining us online! Individual Message 00:38:58 God, Jesus, Vision, 2024, Stronger, strong no Healthy teams are built on trust. Trust is the confidence you have in someone's competency and character. Today, as we wrap up our series, Your Primal Question, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value of understanding relationships from Scripture. Along with building the case for why you should care for the people on your team, he'll also share practical tips and tricks to resolving conflict, having healthy conversations, and improving your team's connection to God and to one another. How you treat people is an act of worship. How you work is an act of worship. Passages shared today include Mark 12:30-31, Colossians 3:23-24, Matthew 5:16, Galatians 6:1-5, and James 4:1-8. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240121_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 17:09:00 MST Healthy teams are built on trust. Trust is the confidence you have in someone's competency and character. Today, as we wrap up our series, Your Primal Question, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value of understanding relationships from Scripture. Along with building the case for why you should care for the people on your team, he'll also share practical tips and tricks to resolving conflict, having healthy conversations, and improving your team's connection to God and to one another. How you treat people is an act of worship. How you work is an act of worship. Passages shared today include Mark 12:30-31, Colossians 3:23-24, Matthew 5:16, Galatians 6:1-5, and James 4:1-8. Your Primal Question 00:38:48 God, Jesus, Primal Question, Relationships, workplace no You're not broken. You're healing. Understanding people will empower your life (and theirs). Today, as we continue our series, Your Primal Question, we'll discuss how to work on your relationships through honest, helpful, and hopeful conversations. Because we're called to walk in a manner worthy of our calling in Christ (Ephesians 4:1), we can choose to pursue unity in our relationships. You don't have to live by default. Choose to live by design. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240114_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 17:09:00 MST You're not broken. You're healing. Understanding people will empower your life (and theirs). Today, as we continue our series, Your Primal Question, we'll discuss how to work on your relationships through honest, helpful, and hopeful conversations. Because we're called to walk in a manner worthy of our calling in Christ (Ephesians 4:1), we can choose to pursue unity in our relationships. You don't have to live by default. Choose to live by design. Your Primal Question 00:41:42 God, Jesus, Primal Question, Relationships no What's your Primal Question? We dive into Psalm 139 to discover our Primal Question, declare our Primal Truth, and develop our Primal Gift. Knowing whose you are and who you are shapes what you do. As we begin 2024, know that you belong to God, and know that God's uniquely made you to be a vessel for His kingdom. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares a framework that his been transformative in his life that we believe can be transformative in your life, too! While, this sermon is a little different than our normal set up, we encourage you lean in and learn more about how God made you. #YourPrimalQuestion https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20240107_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 05:59:00 MST What's your Primal Question? We dive into Psalm 139 to discover our Primal Question, declare our Primal Truth, and develop our Primal Gift. Knowing whose you are and who you are shapes what you do. As we begin 2024, know that you belong to God, and know that God's uniquely made you to be a vessel for His kingdom. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares a framework that his been transformative in his life that we believe can be transformative in your life, too! While, this sermon is a little different than our normal set up, we encourage you lean in and learn more about how God made you. #YourPrimalQuestion Your Primal Question 00:40:56 God, Jesus, Primal, Question no Are we living in the end times? Is the war between Israel & Hamas connected to Scripture? Is Jesus coming back? If so, when? And what does this mean for Christians today? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231231_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 05:59:00 MST Are we living in the end times? Is the war between Israel & Hamas connected to Scripture? Is Jesus coming back? If so, when? And what does this mean for Christians today? Individual Message 00:27:19 God, Jesus, End Times, Revelation no Are you ready to take your next step of faith? Let us know. https://missiongrovechurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/28507 Looking for Discipleship Resources? Check out Plant. Grow. Multiply. https://plantgrowmultiply.com/ Looking for a church, please visit our website. https://www.missiongrovechurch.com/ https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231224_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 05:59:00 MST Are you ready to take your next step of faith? Let us know. https://missiongrovechurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/28507 Looking for Discipleship Resources? Check out Plant. Grow. Multiply. https://plantgrowmultiply.com/ Looking for a church, please visit our website. https://www.missiongrovechurch.com/ Home for Christmas 00:18:26 God, Jesus, Christmas no Within the chaos and complexity of life, Jesus makes us complete. The word peace means "complete, whole, and restored." Today, as we continue our series, Home for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the arrival of Jesus means the arrival of peace. As we study Luke 2:13-14 and Isaiah, we'll examine the names of Jesus to discover how we might be made complete in Him. In what area of life do you need Christ's peace today? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231217_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 06:01:00 MST Within the chaos and complexity of life, Jesus makes us complete. The word peace means "complete, whole, and restored." Today, as we continue our series, Home for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the arrival of Jesus means the arrival of peace. As we study Luke 2:13-14 and Isaiah, we'll examine the names of Jesus to discover how we might be made complete in Him. In what area of life do you need Christ's peace today? Home for Christmas 00:37:29 God, Jesus, Peace, Kintsugi no Discover the profound message that the arrival of Jesus brings the arrival of joy. Amidst the challenges, explore how joy is not merely a feeling but a focus found in the example of Jesus, disciples, and biblical figures. Where is your focus this Christmas? Join us to 'Flip the Focus' and embrace the arrival of joy in your life. Today's message is shared by pastor Jon Kragel as we continue our series, Home for Christmas. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231210_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 06:01:00 MST Discover the profound message that the arrival of Jesus brings the arrival of joy. Amidst the challenges, explore how joy is not merely a feeling but a focus found in the example of Jesus, disciples, and biblical figures. Where is your focus this Christmas? Join us to 'Flip the Focus' and embrace the arrival of joy in your life. Today's message is shared by pastor Jon Kragel as we continue our series, Home for Christmas. Home for Christmas 00:33:26 God, Jesus, Joy, Focus no Expectation influences experience. How do you deal with the unexpected events in your life? How do you handle when things don't seem to make sense? Today, as we begin a new series, Home for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares from insights we can learn from the shepherds in Luke chapter 2. They teach us how expectations are connected to hope, and how our hope is ultimately found through Jesus. This Christmas, be challenged to receive hope, share it, and worship in unexpected moments. Will you be ready for the unexpected this season? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231203_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 06:01:00 MST Expectation influences experience. How do you deal with the unexpected events in your life? How do you handle when things don't seem to make sense? Today, as we begin a new series, Home for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares from insights we can learn from the shepherds in Luke chapter 2. They teach us how expectations are connected to hope, and how our hope is ultimately found through Jesus. This Christmas, be challenged to receive hope, share it, and worship in unexpected moments. Will you be ready for the unexpected this season? Home for Christmas 00:34:52 God, Jesus, Expectation, Christmas, Hope no Our lives are not made up of the sum of our intentions, but the sum of our choices. So far in our series, A Generous Life, we've discussed the head, heart, and hands of generosity. Today, as we wrap up the study of living a generous life, motivational speaker and former MLB pitcher, Lance Thonvold, shares how our choices impact the experience of our calling. Your story might be different than you expected, but you can make a greater impact than you could ever imagine with simple, consistent, and healthy choices. What choices can you make this week to help you live a more generous life? Tune in and I know you'll be encouraged and inspired! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231126_thonvold_lance.mp3 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 06:01:00 MST Our lives are not made up of the sum of our intentions, but the sum of our choices. So far in our series, A Generous Life, we've discussed the head, heart, and hands of generosity. Today, as we wrap up the study of living a generous life, motivational speaker and former MLB pitcher, Lance Thonvold, shares how our choices impact the experience of our calling. Your story might be different than you expected, but you can make a greater impact than you could ever imagine with simple, consistent, and healthy choices. What choices can you make this week to help you live a more generous life? Tune in and I know you'll be encouraged and inspired! A Generous Life 00:31:17 God, Jesus, Tonvold, baseball, calling, choices no Jesus asks you to be generous with what you have, not what you don't have. Today, as we continue our series, A Generous Life, pastor Jon Kragel leads a practical discussion on the value and calling of generosity within the church. What you keep is what you have, but what you give, God multiplies. Learn how you can be a cheerful giver, as well as take the "Share the Love" challenge. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231119_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 06:15:00 MST Jesus asks you to be generous with what you have, not what you don't have. Today, as we continue our series, A Generous Life, pastor Jon Kragel leads a practical discussion on the value and calling of generosity within the church. What you keep is what you have, but what you give, God multiplies. Learn how you can be a cheerful giver, as well as take the "Share the Love" challenge. A Generous Life 00:47:31 God, Jesus, Generous no Embark on a faith-filled journey as we explore the story of a widow's faith and generosity. In times of need, she turned to God and discovered the power of her small possessions, challenging us to reevaluate our priorities. Learn how God can use your resources and community to bring unexpected blessings. Guest speaker Matt Rose will inspire you to live generously. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231112_rose_matt.mp3 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 06:15:00 MST Embark on a faith-filled journey as we explore the story of a widow's faith and generosity. In times of need, she turned to God and discovered the power of her small possessions, challenging us to reevaluate our priorities. Learn how God can use your resources and community to bring unexpected blessings. Guest speaker Matt Rose will inspire you to live generously. A Generous Life 00:35:33 God, Jesus, Generous, no In our busy world, it can often feel like we're suppose to get the best job, biggest house, and earn the most money in order to be successful in life. However, what if we're playing the wrong game? What if there's a better game to play? One where you can be fulfilled, joyful, and live with purpose. We believe there is such a game, and it's called A Generous Life. Today, in week one of our series, pastor Jon Kragel will share from various scriptures how generosity isn't an amount. It's a mindset. Gratitude is the gateway to generosity. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231105_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 04:49:00 MST In our busy world, it can often feel like we're suppose to get the best job, biggest house, and earn the most money in order to be successful in life. However, what if we're playing the wrong game? What if there's a better game to play? One where you can be fulfilled, joyful, and live with purpose. We believe there is such a game, and it's called A Generous Life. Today, in week one of our series, pastor Jon Kragel will share from various scriptures how generosity isn't an amount. It's a mindset. Gratitude is the gateway to generosity. A Generous Life 00:33:31 God, Jesus, Generous, hope, thankful no Join us as we journey through the final chapters of Hebrews, unveiling a powerful progression of faith. Discover remarkable examples of faith in Hebrews 11, find encouragement in Hebrews 12, and explore the evidence for faith in Hebrews 13. Today, we'll discuss the direction connection between love and sacrifice that could transform your life. In every area of your life, you can trust this truth: Jesus Is Greater. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231029_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 17:33:00 MST Join us as we journey through the final chapters of Hebrews, unveiling a powerful progression of faith. Discover remarkable examples of faith in Hebrews 11, find encouragement in Hebrews 12, and explore the evidence for faith in Hebrews 13. Today, we'll discuss the direction connection between love and sacrifice that could transform your life. In every area of your life, you can trust this truth: Jesus Is Greater. Jesus is Greater 00:36:13 God, Jesus, Love, Hebrews no In a world filled with distractions and challenges, discover the keys that will help you run your race with unwavering faith and purpose. Join us in Week 9 of our "Jesus Is Greater" series as pastor Jon Kragel explores Hebrews 12:1-3, a passage that unveils the secret to spiritual endurance and victory. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231022_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:33:00 MST In a world filled with distractions and challenges, discover the keys that will help you run your race with unwavering faith and purpose. Join us in Week 9 of our "Jesus Is Greater" series as pastor Jon Kragel explores Hebrews 12:1-3, a passage that unveils the secret to spiritual endurance and victory. Jesus is Greater 00:43:15 God, Jesus, Hebrews, Race, Purpose no What does it mean to have greater faith? Join us for church online today as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, with special guest, pastor Brent Hatchett, as he preaches from Hebrews 11. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231015_hatchett_brent.mp3 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:50:00 MST What does it mean to have greater faith? Join us for church online today as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, with special guest, pastor Brent Hatchett, as he preaches from Hebrews 11. Jesus is Greater 00:34:07 God, Jesus, Faith, Hebrews no Discover the power of unwavering faith and unshakable courage in the face of life's battles. Join us today as we delve into Hebrews 10 with pastor Jon Kragel and learn how to draw near to God's presence, hold fast to His promises, and stir up His purpose. Don't miss this opportunity to grow in faith and confidence —it's go time and grow time! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231008_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 19:50:00 MST Discover the power of unwavering faith and unshakable courage in the face of life's battles. Join us today as we delve into Hebrews 10 with pastor Jon Kragel and learn how to draw near to God's presence, hold fast to His promises, and stir up His purpose. Don't miss this opportunity to grow in faith and confidence —it's go time and grow time! Jesus is Greater 00:32:44 God, Jesus, Hebrews, faith, battle no The greatest thing in life is a relationship with Jesus. Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how Jesus has a greater ministry within a greater covenant, based on greater promises (Hebrews 8-9). Religion is a shadow. Relationship with Jesus is the substance. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20231001_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 16:28:00 MST The greatest thing in life is a relationship with Jesus. Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how Jesus has a greater ministry within a greater covenant, based on greater promises (Hebrews 8-9). Religion is a shadow. Relationship with Jesus is the substance. Jesus is Greater 00:39:54 God, Jesus, Religion, relationship, greater no In the storms of life, remember that hope is our anchor and faith is our rope. Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares from Hebrews 6:13-20 how we can trust Jesus to be our anchor for our soul. Join us as we dive deep into this divine promise and discover how it can provide the security our hearts crave. Don't miss out on this opportunity to find lasting security in God's unwavering promise. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230924_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 07:38:00 MST In the storms of life, remember that hope is our anchor and faith is our rope. Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares from Hebrews 6:13-20 how we can trust Jesus to be our anchor for our soul. Join us as we dive deep into this divine promise and discover how it can provide the security our hearts crave. Don't miss out on this opportunity to find lasting security in God's unwavering promise. Jesus is Greater 00:35:59 God, Jesus, Security, Greater no Is God approachable? Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares that God's grace gives us direct access to Him. As we study Hebrews chapters 4-7, we'll take a look at the role of a high priest, as well as how Jesus is greater than the glorious and mysterious high priest, Melchizedek. Who was this guy and how does he point to Jesus? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230917_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 07:38:00 MST Is God approachable? Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares that God's grace gives us direct access to Him. As we study Hebrews chapters 4-7, we'll take a look at the role of a high priest, as well as how Jesus is greater than the glorious and mysterious high priest, Melchizedek. Who was this guy and how does he point to Jesus? Jesus is Greater 00:33:07 God, Jesus, Approach, Hebrews High Priest no Despite our recent advances in technology and "comforts," it seems our society is more stressed and distressed than ever before. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Jesus Is Greater, and shares how true rest is found through belief in Christ. Today's message comes from Hebrews chapters 3 and 4. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230910_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 04:53:00 MST Despite our recent advances in technology and "comforts," it seems our society is more stressed and distressed than ever before. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Jesus Is Greater, and shares how true rest is found through belief in Christ. Today's message comes from Hebrews chapters 3 and 4. Jesus is Greater 00:38:16 God, Jesus, no Jesus was both fully God and fully man, but how? And why does that matter? Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus being fully man gives us hope for tomorrow and help for today. Our message comes from the study of Hebrews 2. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230903_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 04:53:00 MST Jesus was both fully God and fully man, but how? And why does that matter? Today, as we continue our series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus being fully man gives us hope for tomorrow and help for today. Our message comes from the study of Hebrews 2. Jesus is Greater 00:33:36 God, Jesus, Human, Theology no In America, people speak English. In Germany, people speak German. In Christianity, Christians should "speak" Christ. The life of Jesus is the language of God. When we live as Jesus lived, we are speaking the language of God to the people around us. Today, as we begin a new series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares 7 qualifications of Jesus found in Hebrews 1:1-4 that show why Jesus is worthy of our worship. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230827_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:36:00 MST In America, people speak English. In Germany, people speak German. In Christianity, Christians should "speak" Christ. The life of Jesus is the language of God. When we live as Jesus lived, we are speaking the language of God to the people around us. Today, as we begin a new series, Jesus Is Greater, pastor Jon Kragel shares 7 qualifications of Jesus found in Hebrews 1:1-4 that show why Jesus is worthy of our worship. Jesus is Greater 00:33:06 God, Jesus, Greater, Hebrews no There are 1,784 "if's" in the Bible. Today, we're talking about the most important one as pastor Jon Kragel shares that if God is for you, anything is possible. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230820_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 17:04:00 MST There are 1,784 "if's" in the Bible. Today, we're talking about the most important one as pastor Jon Kragel shares that if God is for you, anything is possible. Individual Message 00:29:03 God, Jesus, What, If, Romans no Your faith is bigger than you. In fact, our faith is bigger than us. Today, as we wrap up our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel shares Jesus' parable of salt and light from Matthew 5:13-16. While most parables discuss the heart and character of God, this parable portrays our role in God's kingdom and how we can impact the world. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230813_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 19:22:00 MST Your faith is bigger than you. In fact, our faith is bigger than us. Today, as we wrap up our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel shares Jesus' parable of salt and light from Matthew 5:13-16. While most parables discuss the heart and character of God, this parable portrays our role in God's kingdom and how we can impact the world. Stories of the Kingdom 00:41:29 God, Jesus, salt, light, parable no Religion asks who is my neighbor, but Jesus simply says to be a good neighbor. Today, as we continue our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel shares practical insights into one of the common parables of Jesus: The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). The best time to meet a need is now. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230806_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 19:49:00 MST Religion asks who is my neighbor, but Jesus simply says to be a good neighbor. Today, as we continue our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel shares practical insights into one of the common parables of Jesus: The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). The best time to meet a need is now. Stories of the Kingdom 00:38:43 God, Jesus, neighbor, Samaritan no Live from your identity, not for your identity. Today, as we continue our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel preaches through the story of the prodigal sons found in Luke chapter 15. Are you wandering or weary? Are you rebellious or religious? Are you searching for meaning and purpose? This message is for you. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230730_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 05:27:00 MST Live from your identity, not for your identity. Today, as we continue our series, Stories of the Kingdom, pastor Jon Kragel preaches through the story of the prodigal sons found in Luke chapter 15. Are you wandering or weary? Are you rebellious or religious? Are you searching for meaning and purpose? This message is for you. Stories of the Kingdom 00:36:45 God, Jesus, prodigal son, Luke 15 no What do we do when life isn't fair? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares a parable from Matthew chapter 20 that teaches us that grace isn't fair, but it's what we need. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230723_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 07:04:00 MST What do we do when life isn't fair? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares a parable from Matthew chapter 20 that teaches us that grace isn't fair, but it's what we need. Stories of the Kingdom 00:37:44 God, Jesus, parables, Kingdom no The most common theme of Jesus' teaching was centered around "the kingdom of God." The most common method of Jesus' teaching was through parables. Today, we're kicking off our series, Stories of the Kingdom, where we'll be studying the what it means to live in the kingdom of God through studying the parables of Jesus. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230716_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 07:04:00 MST The most common theme of Jesus' teaching was centered around "the kingdom of God." The most common method of Jesus' teaching was through parables. Today, we're kicking off our series, Stories of the Kingdom, where we'll be studying the what it means to live in the kingdom of God through studying the parables of Jesus. Stories of the Kingdom 00:28:06 God, Jesus, Kingdom, Parables no Forgiveness... it's a beautiful thing! But what does it really mean to forgive? And how can you forgive when you've been deeply hurt? Join us we explore the healing power of forgiveness. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230709_reno_dave.mp3 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 14:02:00 MST Forgiveness... it's a beautiful thing! But what does it really mean to forgive? And how can you forgive when you've been deeply hurt? Join us we explore the healing power of forgiveness. Forgiveness…a Time to Heal 00:43:17 God, Jesus, forgiveness, healing no You can’t stop worry from knocking at your door, but you can stop worry from entering your house. Today, we're honored to host Jim Kragel as he shares a practical message from Philippians chapter 4 where the Apostle Paul gives us a roadmap on how to overcome worry in our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230702_kragel_jim.mp3 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 05:26:00 MST You can’t stop worry from knocking at your door, but you can stop worry from entering your house. Today, we're honored to host Jim Kragel as he shares a practical message from Philippians chapter 4 where the Apostle Paul gives us a roadmap on how to overcome worry in our lives. Individual Message 00:36:05 God, Jesus, Calm, Faith, prayer no Choosing God can change the direction of your life. Today, as we finish our series, Joshua, pastor Jon Kragel shares the 3 practical ways to choose God on a daily basis as we study Joshua’s final charge to the people of Israel found in Joshua chapter 24. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230625_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 05:26:00 MST Choosing God can change the direction of your life. Today, as we finish our series, Joshua, pastor Jon Kragel shares the 3 practical ways to choose God on a daily basis as we study Joshua’s final charge to the people of Israel found in Joshua chapter 24. Joshua: Choose this Day 00:35:41 God, Jesus, Joshua, Decision, Choice no Worship is giving all you have to whom or what you value most. Today, as we celebrate our first Sunday in our new location, pastor Jon Kragel shares how worship is a weapon and a walk that will help you win spiritual battles in your life. Today's message is entitled, "The Journey to Jericho," lessons from Joshua chapter 6. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230618_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 05:26:00 MST Worship is giving all you have to whom or what you value most. Today, as we celebrate our first Sunday in our new location, pastor Jon Kragel shares how worship is a weapon and a walk that will help you win spiritual battles in your life. Today's message is entitled, "The Journey to Jericho," lessons from Joshua chapter 6. Joshua: Choose this Day 00:35:25 God, Jesus, courage, faith, weapon no What does it mean to be strong and courageous? Today, as we continue our series, Joshua: Choose This Day, pastor Jon Kragel shares how courage is a calling, a choice, and a command. As we prepare to transition into our new church facility, we'll be discussing how Joshua prepared the people of God for the Promised Land. (Joshua 1:6-11) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230611_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 19:05:00 MST What does it mean to be strong and courageous? Today, as we continue our series, Joshua: Choose This Day, pastor Jon Kragel shares how courage is a calling, a choice, and a command. As we prepare to transition into our new church facility, we'll be discussing how Joshua prepared the people of God for the Promised Land. (Joshua 1:6-11) Joshua: Choose this Day 00:39:18 God, Jesus, Strong, Courageous no Past experience prepares you for present obedience. As we prepare to make the largest transition in our church's history, we're discussing the largest transition in Israel's history. In week one of our new series, pastor Jon Kragel shares the context and background to the central figure of the transition, Joshua. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230604_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 06:10:00 MST Past experience prepares you for present obedience. As we prepare to make the largest transition in our church's history, we're discussing the largest transition in Israel's history. In week one of our new series, pastor Jon Kragel shares the context and background to the central figure of the transition, Joshua. Joshua: Choose this Day 00:40:13 God, Jesus, Joshua, Desert, Preparation, Obedience no What if in all the areas of stress there was ONE factor that could make all the difference? Today, we’re honored to have pastor Nolan Tjaden, speak on the ONE - Jesus. His powerful presence is the change-agent for your season, character, parenting, worrying, or striving. Where there was chaos, Jesus brings peace. Where there was emptiness, Jesus brings wholeness. Where there was aimlessness, Jesus brings purpose. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230528_tjaden_nolan.mp3 Sun, 28 May 2023 17:50:00 MST What if in all the areas of stress there was ONE factor that could make all the difference? Today, we’re honored to have pastor Nolan Tjaden, speak on the ONE - Jesus. His powerful presence is the change-agent for your season, character, parenting, worrying, or striving. Where there was chaos, Jesus brings peace. Where there was emptiness, Jesus brings wholeness. Where there was aimlessness, Jesus brings purpose. Individual Message 00:38:46 God, Jesus, difference, character, purpose no What does it mean to know that God has a plan for your life? Today, as we continue our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning and context behind one of the most famous verses in the Bible, Jeremiah 29:11. Patient trust will produce powerful triumph when you believe and live in God's plan for your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230521_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 May 2023 15:24:00 MST What does it mean to know that God has a plan for your life? Today, as we continue our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning and context behind one of the most famous verses in the Bible, Jeremiah 29:11. Patient trust will produce powerful triumph when you believe and live in God's plan for your life. The Fight 00:34:50 God, Jesus, purpose, fight, plan, triumph no Parenting is difficult, but we're here to help. As we continue our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from Colossians 2:6-8, sharing 4 biblical parenting goals as we raise kids in Christ together. Your parenting might not be perfect, but that doesn't mean we can afford to be passive. Give purpose to your parenting and join us for church online today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230514_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 May 2023 05:00:00 MST Parenting is difficult, but we're here to help. As we continue our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from Colossians 2:6-8, sharing 4 biblical parenting goals as we raise kids in Christ together. Your parenting might not be perfect, but that doesn't mean we can afford to be passive. Give purpose to your parenting and join us for church online today. The Fight 00:28:15 God, Jesus, parenting, fight, family no Today we're discussing how to fight for your marriage as well as how to fight in your marriage. As pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, The Fight, we'll discuss 5 things not to do during conflict as well as what it means to establish boundaries and bridges in your relationship. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230507_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 May 2023 05:00:00 MST Today we're discussing how to fight for your marriage as well as how to fight in your marriage. As pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, The Fight, we'll discuss 5 things not to do during conflict as well as what it means to establish boundaries and bridges in your relationship. The Fight 00:40:18 God, Jesus, marriage, relationships no God cares for the whole person. Today, we're taking a closer look at mental health and the church as pastor Jon Kragel shares a message of help and hope for those fighting unseen battles. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230430_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:47:00 MST God cares for the whole person. Today, we're taking a closer look at mental health and the church as pastor Jon Kragel shares a message of help and hope for those fighting unseen battles. The Fight 00:32:16 God, Jesus, mental_health, mental, health no Money can fuel your lifestyle, but it can also rule your life. Learn the difference as well as 3 keys to more balanced life with today message, "The Fight for Finances." Here at Mission Grove, we want to help you win the battles that matter most, and today pastor Jon Kragel shares from 1 Timothy 6 how the goal for our money is to honor God and help people. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230423_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 11:47:00 MST Money can fuel your lifestyle, but it can also rule your life. Learn the difference as well as 3 keys to more balanced life with today message, "The Fight for Finances." Here at Mission Grove, we want to help you win the battles that matter most, and today pastor Jon Kragel shares from 1 Timothy 6 how the goal for our money is to honor God and help people. The Fight 00:38:52 God, Jesus, Finances, Fight, Money no Let’s face it – life is like a battle – it's tough, it’s challenging and it can often feel like we’re losing. But God wants us to know that the victory is possible because our victory has already been won through Jesus. Change can be challenging, but change can also be a choice. Today, in week one of our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you choose to make faith the foundation for your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230416_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:47:00 MST Let’s face it – life is like a battle – it's tough, it’s challenging and it can often feel like we’re losing. But God wants us to know that the victory is possible because our victory has already been won through Jesus. Change can be challenging, but change can also be a choice. Today, in week one of our series, The Fight, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you choose to make faith the foundation for your life. The Fight 00:37:03 God, Jesus, Fight, Faith no How do you worship God in a busy season? Today, as we continue our series through Mark, pastor Jon Kragel shares that worship is never wasted. In the middle of the busyness leading up to Easter, let's remember to prayerfully approach God with devotion, humility, and generosity. Today's message comes from Mark chapter 14, where Mary anoints Jesus at Bethany. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230402_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:40:00 MST How do you worship God in a busy season? Today, as we continue our series through Mark, pastor Jon Kragel shares that worship is never wasted. In the middle of the busyness leading up to Easter, let's remember to prayerfully approach God with devotion, humility, and generosity. Today's message comes from Mark chapter 14, where Mary anoints Jesus at Bethany. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:34:05 God, Jesus, Mark, busy, worship no What is the central goal of life? Who has the authority to define it? Today, we're honored to host pastor Nolan Tjaden, who's planting the Garden Church in the west valley later this year. Nolan will be preaching from Mark 12, continuing our series, Who Is Jesus, as we study the Great Commandment. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230326_tjaden_nolan.mp3 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 23:40:00 MST What is the central goal of life? Who has the authority to define it? Today, we're honored to host pastor Nolan Tjaden, who's planting the Garden Church in the west valley later this year. Nolan will be preaching from Mark 12, continuing our series, Who Is Jesus, as we study the Great Commandment. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:27:07 God, Jesus, question, goal no ‘Dress for Success’ is a now outdated book on how to dress to get ahead in this world. But just what does it mean to get ahead? What does it look like to come in first? And is it really worth it? Today guest speaker Pastor Dave Reno will look at three unusual pieces of wardrobe that will position you for advancement. (Mark 9:33-45) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230319_reno_dave.mp3 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:29:00 MST ‘Dress for Success’ is a now outdated book on how to dress to get ahead in this world. But just what does it mean to get ahead? What does it look like to come in first? And is it really worth it? Today guest speaker Pastor Dave Reno will look at three unusual pieces of wardrobe that will position you for advancement. (Mark 9:33-45) Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:40:06 God, Jesus, Success, First, Last, Servant no Forgetting the goodness of God doesn't stop the goodness of God doesn't stop the goodness of God, but it does impair our experience of His goodness. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Who Is Jesus, as he preaches through Mark chapter 8 to discuss the importance of remembering Jesus' identity and mission. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230312_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:08:00 MST Forgetting the goodness of God doesn't stop the goodness of God doesn't stop the goodness of God, but it does impair our experience of His goodness. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Who Is Jesus, as he preaches through Mark chapter 8 to discuss the importance of remembering Jesus' identity and mission. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:30:24 God, Jesus, forget, remember no No religious, political, or economic system will need your greatest need. What is your greatest need, and how does Jesus meet that need? Join us today for church online to find out as pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Mark 7. No one is good enough to have a seat at God's table, but Jesus invites everyone to come. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230305_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:08:00 MST No religious, political, or economic system will need your greatest need. What is your greatest need, and how does Jesus meet that need? Join us today for church online to find out as pastor Jon Kragel preaches through Mark 7. No one is good enough to have a seat at God's table, but Jesus invites everyone to come. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:36:12 God, Jesus, politics, need no You can trust God's Word to transform your life. God's Word is simple like a seed, but stronger than a storm. Today, as we continue our series, Who Is Jesus?, pastor Jon Kragel teaches from Mark 4 to show the power of God's Word. In the message you'll learn 4 challenges of the heart, as well as 4 encouragements in the storm. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230226_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 20:52:00 MST You can trust God's Word to transform your life. God's Word is simple like a seed, but stronger than a storm. Today, as we continue our series, Who Is Jesus?, pastor Jon Kragel teaches from Mark 4 to show the power of God's Word. In the message you'll learn 4 challenges of the heart, as well as 4 encouragements in the storm. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:42:16 God, Jesus, word, transform, encouragement no Jesus is for everyone and is Lord over everything. Whether you're sick, searching, or skeptical, Jesus is FOR you. However, as followers of Jesus, we must remember that Jesus is Lord over everything, which means He wants all of you, not just part of you. Be encouraged today that Jesus is FOR you, and be challenged to live with Jesus as Lord over everything in your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230219_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:26:00 MST Jesus is for everyone and is Lord over everything. Whether you're sick, searching, or skeptical, Jesus is FOR you. However, as followers of Jesus, we must remember that Jesus is Lord over everything, which means He wants all of you, not just part of you. Be encouraged today that Jesus is FOR you, and be challenged to live with Jesus as Lord over everything in your life. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:29:48 God, Jesus, Searching, skeptical, sick no Jesus is our savior to worship and our model to follow. Today, as we continue week two of our series through the gospel of Mark, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus' life shows His power to save as well as His care for humanity. (from Mark 1:12-45) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230215_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 18:24:00 MST Jesus is our savior to worship and our model to follow. Today, as we continue week two of our series through the gospel of Mark, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus' life shows His power to save as well as His care for humanity. (from Mark 1:12-45) Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:31:16 God, Jesus, Mark, Worship, Power no Who is Jesus? Today we begin a new series looking at the most talked about figure in history through studying the least talked about Gospel account, Mark. As we look at the introduction to the Gospel of Mark, and verses 1-11 of chapter 1, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus has the power and the passion to save you. He also shares why Jesus got baptized and why you should consider getting baptized as well. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230205_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 05:32:00 MST Who is Jesus? Today we begin a new series looking at the most talked about figure in history through studying the least talked about Gospel account, Mark. As we look at the introduction to the Gospel of Mark, and verses 1-11 of chapter 1, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus has the power and the passion to save you. He also shares why Jesus got baptized and why you should consider getting baptized as well. Who is Jesus? Study of Mark 00:36:13 God, Jesus, Mark, gospel, baptize, baptism no This year, choose to walk in the newness of life (from Romans 6:4). Come walk with us at Mission Grove Church and learn how God can work IN you and THROUGH you. Today, we launch into a new season of ministry within our church family, and we're praying for revival within our community. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230129_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 23:40:00 MST This year, choose to walk in the newness of life (from Romans 6:4). Come walk with us at Mission Grove Church and learn how God can work IN you and THROUGH you. Today, we launch into a new season of ministry within our church family, and we're praying for revival within our community. Crazy Love '23 00:37:07 God, Jesus, disciple, discipleship no Stop focusing on the problem, and start focusing on what's possible. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Crazy Love, as he talks about the value of the "adjacent possible." From 2 Timothy 2:1-10, we'll discuss practical ways of HOW to make and multiply disciples. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230122_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:59:00 MST Stop focusing on the problem, and start focusing on what's possible. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Crazy Love, as he talks about the value of the "adjacent possible." From 2 Timothy 2:1-10, we'll discuss practical ways of HOW to make and multiply disciples. Crazy Love '23 00:39:44 God, Jesus, adjacent, possible, disciple no Jesus' last words should be our first priority. Today, as we continue our series, Crazy Love, pastor Jon Kragel shares how our priorities as Christians should align with the founder of Christianity, Jesus. In Matthew 28 and Acts 1, we read how Jesus was focused on discipleship. What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Today, we're asking the question of WHOM.... Whom can you help take his or her next step? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230115_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 01:10:00 MST Jesus' last words should be our first priority. Today, as we continue our series, Crazy Love, pastor Jon Kragel shares how our priorities as Christians should align with the founder of Christianity, Jesus. In Matthew 28 and Acts 1, we read how Jesus was focused on discipleship. What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Today, we're asking the question of WHOM.... Whom can you help take his or her next step? Crazy Love '23 00:27:03 God, Jesus, love, priority, disciple no Are you ready for Victory in 2023? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 Keys to Victory from 2 Corinthians 5. As a church family, we're celebrating all that God has done in 2022, and we're praying for all that God is going to do in 2023. Also, you'll hear all the exciting news surrounding our Crazy Love Project. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20230108_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:16:00 MST Are you ready for Victory in 2023? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 Keys to Victory from 2 Corinthians 5. As a church family, we're celebrating all that God has done in 2022, and we're praying for all that God is going to do in 2023. Also, you'll hear all the exciting news surrounding our Crazy Love Project. Victory Sunday 00:42:33 God, Jesus, Victory, Obedience, courage, faith no Today, we're honored to host guest speaker, pastor Brian Pacheco. Brian is the lead pastor of Flatiron Church, which is launching in east Mesa, Arizona, in 2023. We love church planters and our network, Vision Arizona. Today, pastor Brian will be sharing how surviving a storm depends on where and to whom you look. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221218_pacheco_brian_w3oUAB4.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 23:38:00 MST Today, we're honored to host guest speaker, pastor Brian Pacheco. Brian is the lead pastor of Flatiron Church, which is launching in east Mesa, Arizona, in 2023. We love church planters and our network, Vision Arizona. Today, pastor Brian will be sharing how surviving a storm depends on where and to whom you look. Brian Pacheco 00:29:05 God, Jesus, Storm, Pacheco no Statistically speaking, the most common quitting spot in marathons is the 20th mile, where runners are too far the from beginning, but they can't quite see the finish. Everyone has a 20th mile, and today pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christian community can help you finish the race, as you grow in grit and goodness. Today's lesson comes from Galatians 6:1-18. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221211_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:37:00 MST Statistically speaking, the most common quitting spot in marathons is the 20th mile, where runners are too far the from beginning, but they can't quite see the finish. Everyone has a 20th mile, and today pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christian community can help you finish the race, as you grow in grit and goodness. Today's lesson comes from Galatians 6:1-18. Firm Foundation 00:28:01 God, Jesus, Finish, Endure no What is the Fruit of the Holy Spirit? How does it help us in life? Today, as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can cultivate our calling, not a counterfeit. We'll discuss spiritual warfare, and how we can choose Fruit of the Spirit over the works of the flesh. Today's message comes from Galatians 5:16-26. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221204_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 23:48:00 MST What is the Fruit of the Holy Spirit? How does it help us in life? Today, as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can cultivate our calling, not a counterfeit. We'll discuss spiritual warfare, and how we can choose Fruit of the Spirit over the works of the flesh. Today's message comes from Galatians 5:16-26. Firm Foundation 00:37:08 God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Fruit, Flesh, Galatians no Freedom has a price and a purpose. Our freedom was purchased by Christ's sacrifice, and our purpose is centered around being the people whom God has called us to be. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221127_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 18:46:00 MST Freedom has a price and a purpose. Our freedom was purchased by Christ's sacrifice, and our purpose is centered around being the people whom God has called us to be. Firm Foundation 00:37:34 God, Jesus, Galatians, Foundation, Freedom no Sin wants to control you. God wants to know you. Today, as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares what it means to know and be known by God. He also shares 7 ways to know God and grow in your relationship with Him. Today's teaching comes from Galatians 4:8-29. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221120_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:29:00 MST Sin wants to control you. God wants to know you. Today, as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares what it means to know and be known by God. He also shares 7 ways to know God and grow in your relationship with Him. Today's teaching comes from Galatians 4:8-29. Firm Foundation 00:35:28 God, Jesus, Galatians, Foundation, know, known no Have you ever felt like you have achieved so much but you have never WON your own heart? Today, we are honored to host motivational speaker, Lance Thonvold. As a former MLB pitcher, Lance shares the ups and downs of his life in an incredible message entitled, "Planted, Not Buried." https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221113_thonvold_lance.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 07:59:00 MST Have you ever felt like you have achieved so much but you have never WON your own heart? Today, we are honored to host motivational speaker, Lance Thonvold. As a former MLB pitcher, Lance shares the ups and downs of his life in an incredible message entitled, "Planted, Not Buried." Lance Thonvold 00:35:28 God, Jesus, Thonvold, planted no Religion is based on performance and position. Christianity is based on the power and promises of God. Join us today as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, as pastor Jon Kragel shares the power that comes from being a child of God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221106_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 19:34:00 MST Religion is based on performance and position. Christianity is based on the power and promises of God. Join us today as we continue our series, Firm Foundation, as pastor Jon Kragel shares the power that comes from being a child of God. Firm Foundation 00:34:51 God, Jesus, Grace, promise no Are you ready to receive and unleash the Holy Spirit in your life? Join us today online as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Firm Foundation, preaching through Galatians 3:1-14. Today, we'll look at the connection between experiencing the Holy Spirit and our faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221030_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 14:16:00 MST Are you ready to receive and unleash the Holy Spirit in your life? Join us today online as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Firm Foundation, preaching through Galatians 3:1-14. Today, we'll look at the connection between experiencing the Holy Spirit and our faith. Firm Foundation 00:36:24 God, Jesus, no Rules have a place in society, but Christianity runs deeper than rules to a foundation built on values aligned with the Gospel. Today, in week two of our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the gospel frees us from the pressures of rules and the power of sin. Looking at Galatians 2, we see two battles Paul fought for the faith, centered around the dangers of legalism and hypocrisy. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221023_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 04:08:00 MST Rules have a place in society, but Christianity runs deeper than rules to a foundation built on values aligned with the Gospel. Today, in week two of our series, Firm Foundation, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the gospel frees us from the pressures of rules and the power of sin. Looking at Galatians 2, we see two battles Paul fought for the faith, centered around the dangers of legalism and hypocrisy. Firm Foundation 00:30:31 God, Jesus, legalism, hypocrisy no How can you find faith and freedom in a deconstructed world? Today we begin a new series through biblical book of Galatians entitled, Firm Foundation, where Paul clarifies what the Gospel is, what the Gospel isn't, and what people should do about it and with it. The foundation of our faith is grace. Grace is God's righteousness at Christ's expense. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221016_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:39:00 MST How can you find faith and freedom in a deconstructed world? Today we begin a new series through biblical book of Galatians entitled, Firm Foundation, where Paul clarifies what the Gospel is, what the Gospel isn't, and what people should do about it and with it. The foundation of our faith is grace. Grace is God's righteousness at Christ's expense. Firm Foundation 00:41:25 God, Jesus, foundation, grace, Galatians no Today we celebrate Mission Grove's 4th Anniversary and caste vision for the future with the launching of the Crazy Love Project. For Christ's love compels us. What is the Crazy Love Project? Join us today to find out. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20221009_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 00:10:00 MST Today we celebrate Mission Grove's 4th Anniversary and caste vision for the future with the launching of the Crazy Love Project. For Christ's love compels us. What is the Crazy Love Project? Join us today to find out. Crazy Love 00:42:25 God, Jesus, CrazyLoveProject no Love deserves more than our leftovers. You will be at your best when you love God most. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series Crazy Love sharing 4 motives that are better than guilt. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220925_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 14:47:00 MST Love deserves more than our leftovers. You will be at your best when you love God most. Today, pastor Jon Kragel continues our series Crazy Love sharing 4 motives that are better than guilt. Crazy Love 00:39:31 God, Jesus, Love, guilt, shame no Love does not stand still. Love is more than a feeling. Simply put, love moves. Today, as we continue our series, Crazy Love, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God's crazy love for us helps us find identity and security in this life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220918_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 06:18:00 MST Love does not stand still. Love is more than a feeling. Simply put, love moves. Today, as we continue our series, Crazy Love, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God's crazy love for us helps us find identity and security in this life. Crazy Love 00:34:29 God, Jesus, Love, CrazyLove no Life is crazy. But do you want to hear something crazier? The God of the universe loves you. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares of the dangers of spiritual amnesia which occurs when we live in a way that forgets the existence of God. God is big. Life is short. Eternity is real. Let's remember that today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220911_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 06:18:00 MST Life is crazy. But do you want to hear something crazier? The God of the universe loves you. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares of the dangers of spiritual amnesia which occurs when we live in a way that forgets the existence of God. God is big. Life is short. Eternity is real. Let's remember that today. Crazy Love 00:31:12 God, Jesus, Love, Crazy no How do you handle stressful situations? Where do you turn for help in times of need? Are you an escaper, controller, or seeker? Find out today as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Small Deeds Big Difference. Today, we discuss how having just a small amount of faith can make all the difference. As we continue our study of the life of Elisha, we learn about the faith of a widow who collected jars. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220828_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 14:52:00 MST How do you handle stressful situations? Where do you turn for help in times of need? Are you an escaper, controller, or seeker? Find out today as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Small Deeds Big Difference. Today, we discuss how having just a small amount of faith can make all the difference. As we continue our study of the life of Elisha, we learn about the faith of a widow who collected jars. Small Deeds. Big Difference. 00:33:46 God, Jesus, Elisha no God’s provision includes our preparation. Sometimes for God to do something big, we have to start by doing something small. Sometimes we pray for water, and God tells us to dig a ditch. Today, as we continue our series, Small Deeds Big Difference, pastor Jon Kragel shares from life of Elisha the value of obeying God even when we can’t see what He’s up to. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220821_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:10:00 MST God’s provision includes our preparation. Sometimes for God to do something big, we have to start by doing something small. Sometimes we pray for water, and God tells us to dig a ditch. Today, as we continue our series, Small Deeds Big Difference, pastor Jon Kragel shares from life of Elisha the value of obeying God even when we can’t see what He’s up to. Small Deeds. Big Difference. 00:38:32 God, Jesus, Change, tasks no Dream big. Start small. Some of the biggest moments in our lives come at times we least expect them, and the small activities in our lives can actually prepare us for something greater. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God meets you where you are and leads you where to go. Through our study of the Old Testament prophet Elisha, we learn how God can work in our lives through small beginnings. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220814_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 14:37:00 MST Dream big. Start small. Some of the biggest moments in our lives come at times we least expect them, and the small activities in our lives can actually prepare us for something greater. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God meets you where you are and leads you where to go. Through our study of the Old Testament prophet Elisha, we learn how God can work in our lives through small beginnings. Small Deeds. Big Difference. 00:36:37 God, Jesus, Elisha, Change, Beginnings no A worldview is the filter through which you explain, interpret, and apply life. Everyone has a worldview, so what's yours and why do you believe? Today, as we wrap up our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 questions everyone must answer when it comes to understanding what it means to have a biblical worldview. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220807_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 15:17:00 MST A worldview is the filter through which you explain, interpret, and apply life. Everyone has a worldview, so what's yours and why do you believe? Today, as we wrap up our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 questions everyone must answer when it comes to understanding what it means to have a biblical worldview. Skeptics Welcome 00:40:58 God, Jesus, worldview no Can you trust the Bible? How did the Bible as we know it come to be? How do we know what we have today is what was written 2,000 years ago? Today, as we continue our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor and apologetics expert, Robby Lashua, will share evidence for the Bible that gives us confidence in our faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220731_lashua_robby.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 23:35:00 MST Can you trust the Bible? How did the Bible as we know it come to be? How do we know what we have today is what was written 2,000 years ago? Today, as we continue our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor and apologetics expert, Robby Lashua, will share evidence for the Bible that gives us confidence in our faith. Skeptics Welcome 00:36:49 God, Jesus, Lashua, Apologetics no Today, Jim Kragel shares an encouraging word from Daniel 6 about the power of prayer with a messaged entitled, "Favored, Framed, & Freed." Learn more about the story of Daniel and the lions den. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220703_kragel_jim.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2022 23:39:00 MST Today, Jim Kragel shares an encouraging word from Daniel 6 about the power of prayer with a messaged entitled, "Favored, Framed, & Freed." Learn more about the story of Daniel and the lions den. Daniel 00:38:26 God, Jesus, Favored, Framed, Freed no Today, pastor Clark Lund shares an encouraging word from Daniel 3 about how to keep your faith in the fire with a message entitled, "Identity Crisis." Learn more about the inspiring faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220626_lund_clark.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 23:39:00 MST Today, pastor Clark Lund shares an encouraging word from Daniel 3 about how to keep your faith in the fire with a message entitled, "Identity Crisis." Learn more about the inspiring faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. Daniel 00:27:05 God, Jesus, Identity no If you call yourself a Christian, why do you believe? Today, as we continue our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Brent Hatchett shares his testimony as well as preaches through the apostle Paul's testimony found in Galatians 1. Simply put, the Gospel equals freedom. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220724_hatchett_brent.mp3 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:39:00 MST If you call yourself a Christian, why do you believe? Today, as we continue our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Brent Hatchett shares his testimony as well as preaches through the apostle Paul's testimony found in Galatians 1. Simply put, the Gospel equals freedom. Skeptics Welcome 00:30:10 God, Jesus, Believe, Freedom no If God is love, then why is there so much violence in the Bible? Today, in week two of our series, Skeptics Welcome, Dr. Michael Thigpen discusses the problem of violence in the Old Testament. #Apologetics #Resurrection #jesusdiditagain https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220717_thigpen_mike.mp3 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:46:00 MST If God is love, then why is there so much violence in the Bible? Today, in week two of our series, Skeptics Welcome, Dr. Michael Thigpen discusses the problem of violence in the Old Testament. #Apologetics #Resurrection #jesusdiditagain Skeptics Welcome 00:35:14 God, Jesus, Apologetics, Violence no Jesus really rise from the dead? Today, in week one of our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 facts surrounding the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our faith stands on the strength of the resurrection. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220710_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 05:38:00 MST Jesus really rise from the dead? Today, in week one of our series, Skeptics Welcome, pastor Jon Kragel shares 5 facts surrounding the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our faith stands on the strength of the resurrection. Skeptics Welcome 00:23:54 God, Jesus, Apologetics, Resurrection no What holds you captive? Is it a personal struggle? Is it a challenging circumstance? Is it a difficult relationship? Today, we discuss how our captivity does not stop God's activity. From Daniel 2, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how God worked through Daniel's toughest trials. God still works today! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220619_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 23:59:00 MST What holds you captive? Is it a personal struggle? Is it a challenging circumstance? Is it a difficult relationship? Today, we discuss how our captivity does not stop God's activity. From Daniel 2, pastor Jon Kragel teaches how God worked through Daniel's toughest trials. God still works today! Daniel 00:31:05 God, Jesus, Courage, Faith, Daniel no Where does courage come from? How do you keep your faith in a faithless culture? Today, we kickoff a new series, Daniel: Lessons from the Lions Den. Pastor Jon Kragel shares how God's sovereignty gives us courage in crisis. He'll also share the differences between the way of conformity and the way of courage. From the life of Daniel, we learn principles of how to have spiritual endurance while in exile. He not only survived Babylon, he thrived in Babylon. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220612_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 14:31:00 MST Where does courage come from? How do you keep your faith in a faithless culture? Today, we kickoff a new series, Daniel: Lessons from the Lions Den. Pastor Jon Kragel shares how God's sovereignty gives us courage in crisis. He'll also share the differences between the way of conformity and the way of courage. From the life of Daniel, we learn principles of how to have spiritual endurance while in exile. He not only survived Babylon, he thrived in Babylon. Daniel 00:36:36 God, Jesus, Courage, Crisis, Daniel no How did the church begin? What is Pentecost and why does it matter to the church today? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the church started in a moment and launched into a movement (preaching through Acts 2). Also, today we celebrate and share our partnership with the Timothy Initiative, a mission organization who's planting 4,000 churches in northern India and Nepal in the next 4 years. Learn more about the Timothy Initiative at ttionline.org. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220605_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 00:24:00 MST How did the church begin? What is Pentecost and why does it matter to the church today? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the church started in a moment and launched into a movement (preaching through Acts 2). Also, today we celebrate and share our partnership with the Timothy Initiative, a mission organization who's planting 4,000 churches in northern India and Nepal in the next 4 years. Learn more about the Timothy Initiative at ttionline.org. Individual Message 00:29:27 God, Jesus, Church, Timothy, pentacost no When it comes to your money, stop chasing paper and start choosing purpose. Today, as we wrap up or series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares biblical foundations for your finances. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220529_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2022 06:53:00 MST When it comes to your money, stop chasing paper and start choosing purpose. Today, as we wrap up or series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares biblical foundations for your finances. Soundtracks 00:38:16 God, Jesus, Money, Finances, Soundtracks no Learn how to navigate the stress, mess, and all the rest in your relationship. Today, we are honored to host relationship expert, Dr. Don Worcester. To learn more about Don and Renee's ministry, visit https://donandrenee.com/. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220522_worcester_don.mp3 Sun, 22 May 2022 23:54:00 MST Learn how to navigate the stress, mess, and all the rest in your relationship. Today, we are honored to host relationship expert, Dr. Don Worcester. To learn more about Don and Renee's ministry, visit https://donandrenee.com/. Soundtracks 00:34:38 God, Jesus, marriage, meaning, soundtracks no Good friends carry burdens and cultivate blessings. Today, as we continue our series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value and foundations of biblical friendship from Galatians 6:1-10. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220515_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2022 13:55:00 MST Good friends carry burdens and cultivate blessings. Today, as we continue our series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares the value and foundations of biblical friendship from Galatians 6:1-10. Soundtracks 00:33:01 God, Jesus, Friends, future, blessings no Parenting can often feel like playing pinball, but it doesn't have to. While life might feel chaotic and unscripted at times, your parenting can be intentional. Today, as we continue our series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares 4 priorities for parenting that will help families keep their focus on faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220508_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2022 23:41:00 MST Parenting can often feel like playing pinball, but it doesn't have to. While life might feel chaotic and unscripted at times, your parenting can be intentional. Today, as we continue our series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares 4 priorities for parenting that will help families keep their focus on faith. Soundtracks 00:36:00 God, Jesus, parenting, family, children, soundtracks, mother's day no How you spend your days determines how you'll spend your life. Did you know that the average person will spend 90,000 hours working in their lifetime? What does the Bible say about work? Your work matters to God, and God should matter to your work. Join us today as we continue our series, Soundtracks. Pastor Jon Kragel shares 4 ways God matters to your work. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220501_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 May 2022 00:39:00 MST How you spend your days determines how you'll spend your life. Did you know that the average person will spend 90,000 hours working in their lifetime? What does the Bible say about work? Your work matters to God, and God should matter to your work. Join us today as we continue our series, Soundtracks. Pastor Jon Kragel shares 4 ways God matters to your work. Soundtracks 00:36:17 God, Jesus, Work, Faith no Soundtracks are songs that often get stuck in our heads. In the same way, we often have thoughts, both negative and positive, that play on repeat in our minds. You need to regularly proof your mind's playlist. What's playing on repeat in your head these days? Today, in week one of our new series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can fight the negative soundtracks and strongholds in our lives with the promises of God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220424_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:47:00 MST Soundtracks are songs that often get stuck in our heads. In the same way, we often have thoughts, both negative and positive, that play on repeat in our minds. You need to regularly proof your mind's playlist. What's playing on repeat in your head these days? Today, in week one of our new series, Soundtracks, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can fight the negative soundtracks and strongholds in our lives with the promises of God. Soundtracks 00:34:29 God, Jesus, Beliefs, Soundtrack, Strongholds no Prayer is necessary for your life, not an accessory for your lifestyle. Today, as we wrap up our series, Upper Room, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through the longest recorded prayer of Jesus, found in John 17. Join us today to learn 4 things Jesus prayed for, that we can still pray for today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220410_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:21:00 MST Prayer is necessary for your life, not an accessory for your lifestyle. Today, as we wrap up our series, Upper Room, pastor Jon Kragel teaches through the longest recorded prayer of Jesus, found in John 17. Join us today to learn 4 things Jesus prayed for, that we can still pray for today. Upper Room 00:37:33 God, Jesus, UpperRoom, Prayer, Pray no How can you keep joy when you're struggling with sorrow? Join us today, as we continue our series, Upper Room, and pastor Jon Kragel shares that a joy that is tested is a joy that can be trusted. Today, we're learning lessons on joy from the words of Jesus found in John 16. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220403_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:16:00 MST How can you keep joy when you're struggling with sorrow? Join us today, as we continue our series, Upper Room, and pastor Jon Kragel shares that a joy that is tested is a joy that can be trusted. Today, we're learning lessons on joy from the words of Jesus found in John 16. Upper Room 00:30:36 God, Jesus, Joy, UpperRoom no Are you tired of striving and struggling in your spiritual life? Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel shares how being close to Jesus is not the same thing as being connected to Jesus. (John 15) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220327_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 06:16:00 MST Are you tired of striving and struggling in your spiritual life? Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel shares how being close to Jesus is not the same thing as being connected to Jesus. (John 15) Upper 00:33:45 God, Jesus, Love, UpperRoom, Home no The early churches were defined not by walls, nor the denominations represented, nor the worship or stage. Rather, the churches were defined by the people. The church was and is a group of people with the common goals of glorifying God, edifying one another, and doing life together in community. In other words, it is not the building that makes up the church, it is the fellowship of believers and the unity in Christ that makes up the church. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220320_klauka_craig.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 08:21:00 MST The early churches were defined not by walls, nor the denominations represented, nor the worship or stage. Rather, the churches were defined by the people. The church was and is a group of people with the common goals of glorifying God, edifying one another, and doing life together in community. In other words, it is not the building that makes up the church, it is the fellowship of believers and the unity in Christ that makes up the church. Individual Message 00:39:58 God, Jesus, Church, Essential no In His final hours with the disciples, Jesus shared they they would be able to do "greater thing" in ministry... but how could that be possible? Jesus would go on to encourage them with the promise of the Holy Spirit. You cannot live the Christian life without the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us today for church online to learn how the Holy Spirit works in our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220313_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:08:00 MST In His final hours with the disciples, Jesus shared they they would be able to do "greater thing" in ministry... but how could that be possible? Jesus would go on to encourage them with the promise of the Holy Spirit. You cannot live the Christian life without the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us today for church online to learn how the Holy Spirit works in our lives. Upper Room 00:38:35 God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, ministry no What would you say if you knew the conversation with your loved ones would be your last? You might reminisce on fond memories. You might laugh at old jokes, or smile while looking back at your adventures together. While I'm not sure what you would say with regards to your memories, one thing I know to be true: you would be sure to share your heart. Today, we kick off a new series, Upper Room, where Jesus shares His heart with the disciples before He goes to the cross. From John 13, we are challenged not to seek a title, but instead, to grab a towel. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220306_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 00:08:00 MST What would you say if you knew the conversation with your loved ones would be your last? You might reminisce on fond memories. You might laugh at old jokes, or smile while looking back at your adventures together. While I'm not sure what you would say with regards to your memories, one thing I know to be true: you would be sure to share your heart. Today, we kick off a new series, Upper Room, where Jesus shares His heart with the disciples before He goes to the cross. From John 13, we are challenged not to seek a title, but instead, to grab a towel. Upper Room 00:33:11 God, Jesus, UpperRoom, Love no Why does God seem silent sometimes? Join us for church online this morning as pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can hang our worries on the weight of the cross. In our series, Ever Wonder Why, we're tackling some of life's toughest questions through the lens of Scripture. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220227_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:53:00 MST Why does God seem silent sometimes? Join us for church online this morning as pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can hang our worries on the weight of the cross. In our series, Ever Wonder Why, we're tackling some of life's toughest questions through the lens of Scripture. Ever Wonder Why? 00:37:44 God, Jesus, Why, silent no Why does God allow suffering? Join us for church online this morning as pastor Jon Kragel shares how suffering points our present reality to a significant eternity. In our series, Ever Wonder Why, we're tackling some of life's toughest questions through the lens of Scripture. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220220_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 04:49:00 MST Why does God allow suffering? Join us for church online this morning as pastor Jon Kragel shares how suffering points our present reality to a significant eternity. In our series, Ever Wonder Why, we're tackling some of life's toughest questions through the lens of Scripture. Ever Wonder Why? 00:37:44 God, Jesus, Suffer, Pain no As the world gets ready to watch the biggest game of the year, we're celebrating all that God is doing in and through Mission Grove Church. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares that when God prompts, we should choose to pursue (Acts 8). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220213_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 04:55:00 MST As the world gets ready to watch the biggest game of the year, we're celebrating all that God is doing in and through Mission Grove Church. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares that when God prompts, we should choose to pursue (Acts 8). Celebrating all that God is doing 00:27:09 God, Jesus, Game Day, Celebrating no What if having faith is less about knowing all the right answers but more about being willing to ask hard questions? Your doubts don’t disqualify you, and they might be the doorway to a deeper faith. Today, Dr. Bryan Fergus shares from Acts 3 and helps us ask the difficult question, “Why does God heal some people and not others?” https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220206_fergus_bryan.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 05:15:00 MST What if having faith is less about knowing all the right answers but more about being willing to ask hard questions? Your doubts don’t disqualify you, and they might be the doorway to a deeper faith. Today, Dr. Bryan Fergus shares from Acts 3 and helps us ask the difficult question, “Why does God heal some people and not others?” Ever Wonder Why? 00:34:45 God, Jesus, Healing, Why no Time is measured in minutes. Life is measured in moments. This year at Mission Grove Church, we’re praying for God to do MORE in our everyday moments. We long for more God, more love, and more disciples. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares Mission Grove Church’s word of the year: MORE. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220130_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:15:00 MST Time is measured in minutes. Life is measured in moments. This year at Mission Grove Church, we’re praying for God to do MORE in our everyday moments. We long for more God, more love, and more disciples. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares Mission Grove Church’s word of the year: MORE. 2022 00:32:40 God, Jesus, no Faith is a journey, not a guilt trip. Today, we're discussing the unlikely key to enjoying your journey... obedience. In order to experience the life God has for you, you must live like Jesus did (1 John 2:6). Obedience is an opportunity to pledge your allegiance to God. It's not about outcome, but outlook. It's not about destination, but direction. Learn how you can grow in your obedience by "riding the bike." https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220123_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 05:15:00 MST Faith is a journey, not a guilt trip. Today, we're discussing the unlikely key to enjoying your journey... obedience. In order to experience the life God has for you, you must live like Jesus did (1 John 2:6). Obedience is an opportunity to pledge your allegiance to God. It's not about outcome, but outlook. It's not about destination, but direction. Learn how you can grow in your obedience by "riding the bike." All Things New 00:35:36 God, Jesus, Spiritual Growth, Obedience, People no No matter your stage in life, we all could stand to get better at relationships. In a culture that tends to look away from people when they disagree, Jesus demonstrated a life that leaned into relationships. People were both Jesus' mission and method. Join us today in week three of our series, All Things New, as we learn how Jesus developed healthy relationships. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220116_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 05:15:00 MST No matter your stage in life, we all could stand to get better at relationships. In a culture that tends to look away from people when they disagree, Jesus demonstrated a life that leaned into relationships. People were both Jesus' mission and method. Join us today in week three of our series, All Things New, as we learn how Jesus developed healthy relationships. All Things New 00:33:22 God, Jesus, Relationships, Spiritual Growth, People no What keeps you from growing in your faith? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares in week two of our series, All Things New. Distraction is the enemy of devotion. Discipline is the catalyst of devotion. Jesus practiced devotion to God through four ways. Learn those four ways by joining us for church online today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220109_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:15:00 MST What keeps you from growing in your faith? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares in week two of our series, All Things New. Distraction is the enemy of devotion. Discipline is the catalyst of devotion. Jesus practiced devotion to God through four ways. Learn those four ways by joining us for church online today. All Things New 00:31:27 God, Jesus, Distraction, Devotion, Devotion no Get a fresh start to the new year by renewing your faith. Where do you begin? In week one of our series, All Things New, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus is not only our Savior, but also our model for who to grow in our faith. Today, we learn that Jesus depended upon the Holy Spirit, which means we should, too. Jesus lived both Spirit-filled and Spirit-led. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20220102_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 05:15:00 MST Get a fresh start to the new year by renewing your faith. Where do you begin? In week one of our series, All Things New, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus is not only our Savior, but also our model for who to grow in our faith. Today, we learn that Jesus depended upon the Holy Spirit, which means we should, too. Jesus lived both Spirit-filled and Spirit-led. All Things New 00:36:09 God, Jesus, New, Year, Sail no Find a solution to the stress of the holiday season. Today, as we continue our series, Searching for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should focus on our disposition toward God instead of our position in life. Join us for church online as we study the story of Mary from Luke chapter 1. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211219_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 05:15:00 MST Find a solution to the stress of the holiday season. Today, as we continue our series, Searching for Christmas, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should focus on our disposition toward God instead of our position in life. Join us for church online as we study the story of Mary from Luke chapter 1. Searching for Christmas 00:32:20 God, Jesus, Mary, disposition, position, attitude no What were the wisemen searching for when they followed the star of Bethlehem? Join us today for church online, as pastor Craig Klauka shares with us how Jesus is the true light of Christmas and how Jesus lights the way. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211212_klauka_craig.mp3 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 05:15:00 MST What were the wisemen searching for when they followed the star of Bethlehem? Join us today for church online, as pastor Craig Klauka shares with us how Jesus is the true light of Christmas and how Jesus lights the way. Searching for Christmas 00:25:51 God, Jesus, SearchingForChristmas, Wisemen, Light no What do you want for Christmas? It's a question we've been asking since we were children, and yet every year, we have to be reminded about what's really important in this season. Today, Dr. Michael Thigpen shares the Christmas story from the shepherds point of view and how Jesus truly is the best present you could ever ask for. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211205_thigpen_mike.mp3 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 05:15:00 MST What do you want for Christmas? It's a question we've been asking since we were children, and yet every year, we have to be reminded about what's really important in this season. Today, Dr. Michael Thigpen shares the Christmas story from the shepherds point of view and how Jesus truly is the best present you could ever ask for. Searching for Christmas 00:29:30 God, Jesus, Christmas, Gifts, Shepherds no Blessings are found in your battles, so it's time to stand and fight for your faith. Join us today for church online, as pastor Jon Kragel finishes our series, Battles & Blessings, talking about the value of putting on the armor of God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211128_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 05:15:00 MST Blessings are found in your battles, so it's time to stand and fight for your faith. Join us today for church online, as pastor Jon Kragel finishes our series, Battles & Blessings, talking about the value of putting on the armor of God. Battles & Blessings 00:35:36 God, Jesus, Spiritualwarfare, Ephesians, SpiritualGrowth no Do you want to better understand relationships? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to a healthy marriage found in Ephesians 5:21-33. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211121_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 05:15:00 MST Do you want to better understand relationships? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to a healthy marriage found in Ephesians 5:21-33. Battles & Blessings 00:34:27 God, Jesus, love, marriage no You may have heard it said, "Imitation is the highest form of flattery." Well, God calls His children to imitate Him. As a child looks up to their father in word and deed, Christ followers are called to the same challenge. We are called to imitate in word and deed our Heavenly Father with those around us. Join us today for church online as pastor Craig Klauka continues our series, Battles & Blessings. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211114_klauka_craig.mp3 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 05:15:00 MST You may have heard it said, "Imitation is the highest form of flattery." Well, God calls His children to imitate Him. As a child looks up to their father in word and deed, Christ followers are called to the same challenge. We are called to imitate in word and deed our Heavenly Father with those around us. Join us today for church online as pastor Craig Klauka continues our series, Battles & Blessings. Battles & Blessings 00:33:41 God, Jesus, Imitate, Father no Have you ever felt like you're in a spiritual tug-of-war? Today, we're learning how to win the spiritual battles that takes place in your mind. Join us today for church online, as pastor Jon Kragel shares how renewing your mind refreshes your soul. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211107_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 18:19:00 MST Have you ever felt like you're in a spiritual tug-of-war? Today, we're learning how to win the spiritual battles that takes place in your mind. Join us today for church online, as pastor Jon Kragel shares how renewing your mind refreshes your soul. Battles & Blessings 00:36:17 God, Jesus, mindfulness, identity no When you feel stuck in your circumstance, remember to walk in your calling. Learn how Scripture equips us to walk through adversity through embracing humility and unity. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211031_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 18:19:00 MST When you feel stuck in your circumstance, remember to walk in your calling. Learn how Scripture equips us to walk through adversity through embracing humility and unity. Battles & Blessings 00:32:49 God, Jesus, Unity, Identity no Where does your spiritual strength come from? Today, as we continue our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Craig Klauka shares what it means to be rooted in faith and grounded in love. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211024_klauka_craig.mp3 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 18:19:00 MST Where does your spiritual strength come from? Today, as we continue our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Craig Klauka shares what it means to be rooted in faith and grounded in love. Battles & Blessings 00:33:39 God, Jesus, Love, Identity no What if peace isn't merely the anthesis of war, but the also the means through which you can win the war? Are you battling hostility towards you, chaos around you, or anxiety within you? Today, in week five of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares practical applications from the unexpected role of peace. The peace of Christ can help you win the war within. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211017_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:19:00 MST What if peace isn't merely the anthesis of war, but the also the means through which you can win the war? Are you battling hostility towards you, chaos around you, or anxiety within you? Today, in week five of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares practical applications from the unexpected role of peace. The peace of Christ can help you win the war within. Battles & Blessings 00:34:45 God, Jesus, Peace, Identity no Today we celebrate Mission Grove's 3rd birthday. In today's service, you'll hear what God's done and where we're going as a church. Stay tuned until the end to hear the big news for our church and community. Making a difference is not about the size of our church, but the size of our God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211010_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 18:19:00 MST Today we celebrate Mission Grove's 3rd birthday. In today's service, you'll hear what God's done and where we're going as a church. Stay tuned until the end to hear the big news for our church and community. Making a difference is not about the size of our church, but the size of our God. MGC 3rd Birthday 00:34:45 God, Jesus, Church, Identity no What's your spiritual soundtrack? Is Jesus your theme song or just your background music? Today, in week four of our series, Battles and Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ is the foundation for our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20211003_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 17:21:00 MST What's your spiritual soundtrack? Is Jesus your theme song or just your background music? Today, in week four of our series, Battles and Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ is the foundation for our lives. Battles & Blessings 00:30:15 God, Jesus, Bible Study, identity, Spiritual Growth no Learn how to close the gap between what you read in the Bible and what you experience in life. Today, in week three of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can pray for God's revelation to become our reality. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210926_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 17:21:00 MST Learn how to close the gap between what you read in the Bible and what you experience in life. Today, in week three of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can pray for God's revelation to become our reality. Battles & Blessings 00:38:36 God, Jesus, Identity, Spiritual Growth no Learn what it means to be #blessed. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210919_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 17:21:00 MST Learn what it means to be #blessed. Battles & Blessings 00:40:35 God, Jesus, Blessed, BibleStudy no The two greatest questions you can ask in life are Who is God? and Who am I? In week one of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your identity shapes your activity. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210912_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 17:21:00 MST The two greatest questions you can ask in life are Who is God? and Who am I? In week one of our series, Battles & Blessings, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your identity shapes your activity. Battles & Blessings 00:39:7 God, Jesus, Identity, Battles, Blessings no Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ works in our context. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210905_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 17:21:00 MST Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ works in our context. Individual Message 00:32:41 God, Jesus, Context no It's time for us abandon our "If I's" and run to "If Christ." If God is for us, who can be against us.Today, as we wrap up our series, Revive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how if Christ is powerful, anything is possible. Therefore we can take our next step of faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210829_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:44:00 MST It's time for us abandon our "If I's" and run to "If Christ." If God is for us, who can be against us.Today, as we wrap up our series, Revive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how if Christ is powerful, anything is possible. Therefore we can take our next step of faith. Revive 00:37:17 God, Jesus, Community, Revive, SpritualGrowth no Maturity is not a requirement for ministry. It's the result. Join us today as pastor Jon Kragel breaks the myth of maturity and shares how our natural response to Jesus should be to love and serve one another. We are in week three of our series, Revive. The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210822_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 08:10:00 MST Maturity is not a requirement for ministry. It's the result. Join us today as pastor Jon Kragel breaks the myth of maturity and shares how our natural response to Jesus should be to love and serve one another. We are in week three of our series, Revive. The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. Revive 00:37:30 God, Jesus, Community, Revive, SpiritualGrowth no To grow spiritually, you must connect relationally. Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Revive. The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210815_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:51:00 MST To grow spiritually, you must connect relationally. Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Revive. The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. Revive 00:32:21 God, Jesus, Community, Revive, Spiritual Growth no The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. Are you ready for a season of spiritual growth? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares what it means to plant the Gospel in your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210808_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 18:32:00 MST The word revive means "to restore to life; to activate." After a season where many have faced difficulties, distractions, and division, we want to help you restore and activate your faith. Are you ready for a season of spiritual growth? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares what it means to plant the Gospel in your life. Revive 00:38:56 God, Jesus, Gospel, Spiritual Growth no Words are a window into your heart. What you say matters. Your words have weight in others' lives. Today, as we finish our series, Fool-Proofing Your Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can get wiser with how we speak to God and one another. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210801_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 18:32:00 MST Words are a window into your heart. What you say matters. Your words have weight in others' lives. Today, as we finish our series, Fool-Proofing Your Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can get wiser with how we speak to God and one another. Fool-Proofing Your Life 00:33:06 God, Jesus, Wisdom, Proverbs, Words no Learn how to stay connected in a disconnected world. Today, guest speaker, Jim Kragel, shares the key to staying connected to Jesus and to one another. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210725_kragel_jim.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 18:05:00 MST Learn how to stay connected in a disconnected world. Today, guest speaker, Jim Kragel, shares the key to staying connected to Jesus and to one another. Jim Kragel 00:34:33 God, Jesus, John 15 no How much of our future is up to us? How much is up to God? Can I know God's will for my life? Where's the line between God's sovereignty and man's free will? These are deep topics that Christians have been discussing for thousands of years. Today, as we continue our series, Fool-proofing Your Life, pastor Jon Kragel jumps into this discussion and shares a practical solution from God's Word. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210718_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 14:17:00 MST How much of our future is up to us? How much is up to God? Can I know God's will for my life? Where's the line between God's sovereignty and man's free will? These are deep topics that Christians have been discussing for thousands of years. Today, as we continue our series, Fool-proofing Your Life, pastor Jon Kragel jumps into this discussion and shares a practical solution from God's Word. Fool-Proofing Your Life 00:33:13 God, Jesus, Proverbs, Plan, Free, will, sovereignty no A heart for God leads to life and purpose, but a heart for self leads to death and destruction. Today, as we continue our study through Proverbs, guest speaker, Brent Hatchett, shares with us simple steps to help us guard our hearts. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210711_hatchett_brent.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:17:00 MST A heart for God leads to life and purpose, but a heart for self leads to death and destruction. Today, as we continue our study through Proverbs, guest speaker, Brent Hatchett, shares with us simple steps to help us guard our hearts. Fool-Proofing Your Life 00:30:20 God, Jesus, Proverbs, Heart, David no In order to build successful careers, relationships, and families, you need wisdom. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares the difference between knowledge and wisdom. He also shares four foundations to wisdom from Proverbs 3. Wisdom swaps the self-centered fantasy for a God-centered reality. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210704_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 14:17:00 MST In order to build successful careers, relationships, and families, you need wisdom. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares the difference between knowledge and wisdom. He also shares four foundations to wisdom from Proverbs 3. Wisdom swaps the self-centered fantasy for a God-centered reality. Fool-Proofing Your Life 00:34:11 God, Jesus, Proverbs no Leaving a legacy tomorrow starts with building a legacy today. Learn how to build a legacy in week three of our series, Ready or Not. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210627_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 14:17:00 MST Leaving a legacy tomorrow starts with building a legacy today. Learn how to build a legacy in week three of our series, Ready or Not. Ready Or Not 00:33:53 God, Jesus, Redemption, Legacy, Ruth no How do you find meaning in the mundane routines in life? In week two of our series, Ready or Not, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can remain faithful in the small task while trusting God with our future. (Ruth 2-3) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210620_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 18:46:00 MST How do you find meaning in the mundane routines in life? In week two of our series, Ready or Not, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can remain faithful in the small task while trusting God with our future. (Ruth 2-3) Ready Or Not 00:32:47 God, Jesus, Faithful, Change, Ruth no Change is an unavoidable reality in our lives. From locations to jobs to relationships, the question has never been whether or not we will experience change, but how will we respond? Will we embrace change and ultimately learn from it or will we ignore it and let it overwhelm our lives. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares truths from Ruth 1, how she responded to tragedy, and how we can respond to the difficult situations in our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210613_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 18:46:00 MST Change is an unavoidable reality in our lives. From locations to jobs to relationships, the question has never been whether or not we will experience change, but how will we respond? Will we embrace change and ultimately learn from it or will we ignore it and let it overwhelm our lives. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares truths from Ruth 1, how she responded to tragedy, and how we can respond to the difficult situations in our lives. Ready Or Not 00:34:00 God, Jesus, Tragedy, pain, alone, Ruth no Guest speaker Kevin Deasy shares about his full time role with OhanaAZ. OhanaAZ is a social service agency in Phoenix that primarily serves teens in foster care and kids/adults with special needs. Kevin shares in the sermon how at Ohana staff are motivated by the motto, "Love Moves, Hope Heals" as they work to serve these kids and adults and share the love & hope of Jesus. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210606_deasy_kevin.mp3 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 18:46:00 MST Guest speaker Kevin Deasy shares about his full time role with OhanaAZ. OhanaAZ is a social service agency in Phoenix that primarily serves teens in foster care and kids/adults with special needs. Kevin shares in the sermon how at Ohana staff are motivated by the motto, "Love Moves, Hope Heals" as they work to serve these kids and adults and share the love & hope of Jesus. Serving Foster Teens 00:36:01 God, Jesus, OhanaAZ, Love, Heal no As we conclude our series, Empower University, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we as Christians are called to seek service, not status. Jesus gives us the model for service others in Mark 9 and 10. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210530_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2021 12:24:00 MST As we conclude our series, Empower University, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we as Christians are called to seek service, not status. Jesus gives us the model for service others in Mark 9 and 10. Empower University 00:33:05 God, Jesus, service, university, status no Life is stressful. Your finances don't have to be. As we continue our series, Empower University, pastor Jon Kragel shares how money is a great tool, but a horrible god. Join us for church online today to learn 3 keys to achieving financial balance in your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210523_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 May 2021 06:51:00 MST Life is stressful. Your finances don't have to be. As we continue our series, Empower University, pastor Jon Kragel shares how money is a great tool, but a horrible god. Join us for church online today to learn 3 keys to achieving financial balance in your life. Empower University 00:42:16 God, Jesus, money, finances, university no Did you know the average person spends 90,000 hours working in his or her lifetime? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can connect our faith to our work. The way we work is actually a form of worship, and the key to viewing work as worship is knowing our motive. Join us for church online today to learn how to live out your faith throughout your week. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210516_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2021 07:08:00 MST Did you know the average person spends 90,000 hours working in his or her lifetime? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can connect our faith to our work. The way we work is actually a form of worship, and the key to viewing work as worship is knowing our motive. Join us for church online today to learn how to live out your faith throughout your week. Empower University 00:32:09 God, Jesus, work, empower no How do you make the most of the time you have with your kids? Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel shares ancient Biblical principles for raising children in our modern world. To be in your children's memories tomorrow, you have to be in their lives today. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210509_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 9 May 2021 07:08:00 MST How do you make the most of the time you have with your kids? Join us today for church online as pastor Jon Kragel shares ancient Biblical principles for raising children in our modern world. To be in your children's memories tomorrow, you have to be in their lives today. Empower University 00:27:54 God, Jesus, parenting, family, children no Blind from birth and a two-time kidney transplant recipient, Scott MacIntyre knows what it means to persevere despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Be encouraged this morning as this American Idol finalist shares his inspirational story through powerful music. Pastor Jon Kragel will also be sharing a message entitled, "Empowered Worship." https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210502_macintyre_scott.mp3 Sun, 2 May 2021 07:08:00 MST Blind from birth and a two-time kidney transplant recipient, Scott MacIntyre knows what it means to persevere despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Be encouraged this morning as this American Idol finalist shares his inspirational story through powerful music. Pastor Jon Kragel will also be sharing a message entitled, "Empowered Worship." Empower University 00:45:19 God, Jesus, worship, praise, macintyre no Are you dating, married, or looking to be? No matter your stage in life, we can all stand to improve our relationships. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to solve the puzzle of relationships, giving practical tips on how to put right pieces together. (Ephesians 5:31-33; Galatians 5:16-26) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210425_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 07:08:00 MST Are you dating, married, or looking to be? No matter your stage in life, we can all stand to improve our relationships. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to solve the puzzle of relationships, giving practical tips on how to put right pieces together. (Ephesians 5:31-33; Galatians 5:16-26) Empower University 00:33:37 God, Jesus, relationships, marriage, dating, single no Most people admit they would like to have a better prayer life, but what exactly does that look like? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares lessons from how Jesus taught the disciples to pray. The purpose of prayer of the presence of God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210418_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 07:08:00 MST Most people admit they would like to have a better prayer life, but what exactly does that look like? Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares lessons from how Jesus taught the disciples to pray. The purpose of prayer of the presence of God. Empower University 00:41:26 God, Jesus, Prayer, pray, empower, university no The Bible makes your life better and makes you better at life. Take your faith to the next level as we learn together in our new series, Empower University. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210411_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 07:08:00 MST The Bible makes your life better and makes you better at life. Take your faith to the next level as we learn together in our new series, Empower University. Empower University 00:39:56 God, Jesus, Empower, University no We do not memorialize a fallen leader. We celebrate a risen Savior. 7 Facts of the Resurrection  Jesus lived. Jesus died. Jesus was buried. Jesus' tomb was found empty. There were 500 eyewitness accounts after the resurrection. Christianity started with the belief in Jesus' resurrection. Christianity has stood the test of time. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210404_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 07:08:00 MST We do not memorialize a fallen leader. We celebrate a risen Savior. 7 Facts of the Resurrection  Jesus lived. Jesus died. Jesus was buried. Jesus' tomb was found empty. There were 500 eyewitness accounts after the resurrection. Christianity started with the belief in Jesus' resurrection. Christianity has stood the test of time. Experience Easter 00:23:31 God, Jesus, Easter, Empty no Discover the key to contentment. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." This is one of the most quoted verses in all of the Bible, but what does it actually mean? Why did Paul pen these words? Today, we're sharing the key to contentment, as we discuss Philippians 4:10-20. God's provision is more than what you have, it's what you see. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210328_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 07:08:00 MST Discover the key to contentment. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." This is one of the most quoted verses in all of the Bible, but what does it actually mean? Why did Paul pen these words? Today, we're sharing the key to contentment, as we discuss Philippians 4:10-20. God's provision is more than what you have, it's what you see. Adventurous Life 00:36:13 God, Jesus, contentment, provision, perspective no “The objective is not to build communities appearing to have sin under control. The objective is to nurture a place where people can stop faking they have sin under control. Where they can come out of hiding and let others into their sin and failure. There, sin loses power, and we can be healed-trusting Christ’s redemption, forgiveness and repentance. It’s messy but utterly healthy. Those who live in it become free. ...And as they learn to receive love, they sin less.” https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210321_lynch_john.mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 19:47:00 MST “The objective is not to build communities appearing to have sin under control. The objective is to nurture a place where people can stop faking they have sin under control. Where they can come out of hiding and let others into their sin and failure. There, sin loses power, and we can be healed-trusting Christ’s redemption, forgiveness and repentance. It’s messy but utterly healthy. Those who live in it become free. ...And as they learn to receive love, they sin less.” John Lynch 00:41:03 God, Jesus, Grace, love, sin no Today we're talking about mental health. What do you do when you are stressed? How do you respond to worry? Our thoughts are powerful. They change our perspective, impact our decisions, and influence our habits. But what do we do when we become trapped by our thoughts, unable to escape negative and unhealthy thinking? Thankfully, the apostle Paul gives us a game plan to win our greatest battle in our mind. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210314_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 19:47:00 MST Today we're talking about mental health. What do you do when you are stressed? How do you respond to worry? Our thoughts are powerful. They change our perspective, impact our decisions, and influence our habits. But what do we do when we become trapped by our thoughts, unable to escape negative and unhealthy thinking? Thankfully, the apostle Paul gives us a game plan to win our greatest battle in our mind. Adventurous Life 00:37:06 God, Jesus, Worry, stress, health mind no Spiritual treasure is measured in trust. In week five of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel connects the tension between what we treasure and what we trust. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210307_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 3 Mar 2021 06:11:00 MST Spiritual treasure is measured in trust. In week five of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel connects the tension between what we treasure and what we trust. Adventurous Life 00:32:40 God, Jesus, Treasure, Spiritual, trust no Are you ready for a spiritual workout? In week four of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares the connection between natural effort and supernatural power. With God, daily obedience leads to lasting significance. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210228_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 06:11:00 MST Are you ready for a spiritual workout? In week four of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares the connection between natural effort and supernatural power. With God, daily obedience leads to lasting significance. Adventurous Life 00:25:55 God, Jesus, spiritual, workout no No matter your stage in life, I'm guessing you want to have good relationships. No one grows up wanting to experience poor relationships with their spouse, their kids, their co-workers, or their friends. However, we all experience conflict from time to time. In fact, we are living in a time and country currently marked by division and arguing. Thankfully, there's good news... you CAN get better at relationships, and we want to help. In today's message, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to all relationships from Philippians 2:1-11. We believe if you apply this Biblical truth in your relationships this week, you'll see transformation right away. Relationships are messy, but they can also be awesome. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210214_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 06:11:00 MST No matter your stage in life, I'm guessing you want to have good relationships. No one grows up wanting to experience poor relationships with their spouse, their kids, their co-workers, or their friends. However, we all experience conflict from time to time. In fact, we are living in a time and country currently marked by division and arguing. Thankfully, there's good news... you CAN get better at relationships, and we want to help. In today's message, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to all relationships from Philippians 2:1-11. We believe if you apply this Biblical truth in your relationships this week, you'll see transformation right away. Relationships are messy, but they can also be awesome. Adventurous Live 00:35:28 God, Jesus, Adventure, Philippians, relationships no Watch this video to learn how to calm your mind in the midst of chaos. Are you battling anxiety? Are you fighting fear? Are you uncertain of your future? Based from Philippians 1:12-30, pastor Jon Kragel shares how fixing your mind on Christ can fix your mind. Mindfulness is good, but mindfulness in Christ is best. In this video, you'll learn how to overcome fear, and find the joy you've been searching for. Life is an adventure, and we want to push you out of your comfort zone and guide you into your calling. You've been made for more. Joy is possible. You can experience spiritual growth today. What are you waiting for? Watch the video and jump into your spiritual adventure. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210207_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 06:11:00 MST Watch this video to learn how to calm your mind in the midst of chaos. Are you battling anxiety? Are you fighting fear? Are you uncertain of your future? Based from Philippians 1:12-30, pastor Jon Kragel shares how fixing your mind on Christ can fix your mind. Mindfulness is good, but mindfulness in Christ is best. In this video, you'll learn how to overcome fear, and find the joy you've been searching for. Life is an adventure, and we want to push you out of your comfort zone and guide you into your calling. You've been made for more. Joy is possible. You can experience spiritual growth today. What are you waiting for? Watch the video and jump into your spiritual adventure. Adventurous Life 00:31:52 God, Jesus, Calm, Mind, Chaos no How do you find joy in your journey? How can you find purpose in your pain? In week one of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares how an adventurous life is one lived for Christ. It's not how you start, but how God finishes. When is the last time your heart raced because of your faith? We believe being a Christian can be a pulse-pumping, heart-pounding life of courage. We want to help you step out of your comfort zone and guide you into your calling. (Today's message is based on Philippians 1:1-11) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210131_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:11:00 MST How do you find joy in your journey? How can you find purpose in your pain? In week one of our series, Adventurous Life, pastor Jon Kragel shares how an adventurous life is one lived for Christ. It's not how you start, but how God finishes. When is the last time your heart raced because of your faith? We believe being a Christian can be a pulse-pumping, heart-pounding life of courage. We want to help you step out of your comfort zone and guide you into your calling. (Today's message is based on Philippians 1:1-11) Adventurous Life 00:40:05 God, Jesus, adventurous life, Philippians, Courage, no Spiritual vision is what you see with your eyes closed. It's a living picture of your preferred future. It's not based on your current circumstances, but on your calling from God. Vision shows you where to go and calls you to become a greater version of yourself. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210124_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Sun 2021 08:05:00 MST Spiritual vision is what you see with your eyes closed. It's a living picture of your preferred future. It's not based on your current circumstances, but on your calling from God. Vision shows you where to go and calls you to become a greater version of yourself. Dream Big 00:41:42 God, Jesus, Vision, Dream Big, BobGoff no What are you going to do with your ambitions? In week three of our series, Dream Big, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to accomplishing your goals for this year. If you want a breakthrough, you need to press through (Philippians 3:12-14). In this message, you'll also learn five practical tips to getting things done. As we begin 2021, we want to help you dream big! https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210117_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 18:15:00 MST What are you going to do with your ambitions? In week three of our series, Dream Big, pastor Jon Kragel shares the key to accomplishing your goals for this year. If you want a breakthrough, you need to press through (Philippians 3:12-14). In this message, you'll also learn five practical tips to getting things done. As we begin 2021, we want to help you dream big! Dream Big 00:34:33 God, Jesus, BobGoff, DreamBig no Are you trying to figure out who you're suppose to be? As we begin 2021, we want to help you dream big and take your next step in your spiritual journey. In week two of our series, Dream Big, pastor Clark Lund shares insights and next steps for those looking to figure out who they are suppose to be. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210110_lund_clark.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 18:15:00 MST Are you trying to figure out who you're suppose to be? As we begin 2021, we want to help you dream big and take your next step in your spiritual journey. In week two of our series, Dream Big, pastor Clark Lund shares insights and next steps for those looking to figure out who they are suppose to be. Dream Big 00:23:39 God, Jesus, spiritual growth, BobGoff, Goff, DreamBig, Dream no How will you live your one extraordinary life? In this message from home, pastor Jon Kragel shares a potential a starting point for your new year. Try answering these questions, and then commit your year to God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20210103_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 18:15:00 MST How will you live your one extraordinary life? In this message from home, pastor Jon Kragel shares a potential a starting point for your new year. Try answering these questions, and then commit your year to God. Dream Big 00:17:43 God, Jesus, Dream, Goff no The closer you are to the heartbeat of God, the greater your love for others becomes. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201220_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 18:15:00 MST The closer you are to the heartbeat of God, the greater your love for others becomes. The Wonder of Christmas 00:33:46 God, Jesus, Wonder, Christmas, Love no Learn were peace comes from and how you can experience peace this Christmas season. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201213_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 18:15:00 MST Learn were peace comes from and how you can experience peace this Christmas season. The Wonder of Christmas 00:32:42 God, Jesus, Peace, Anxiety, Legos, complete no The joy of the Lord is available to everyone and changes everything. From the story of the shepherds found in Luke 2:8-20, pastor Jon Kragel shares how joy can be found in unlikely situations. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201206_kragel_jon_gXGbDi4.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:40:00 MST The joy of the Lord is available to everyone and changes everything. From the story of the shepherds found in Luke 2:8-20, pastor Jon Kragel shares how joy can be found in unlikely situations. The Wonder of Christmas 00:35:58 God, Jesus, joy, Christmas, Luke, shepherds no Hope is the confident expectation that God has the power to do what He promised. How do we hold fast to hope during a time of waiting? In week one of a new series entitled, The Wonder of Christmas, pastor Jon shares how hoping in God can renew your strength. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201129_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 19:04:00 MST Hope is the confident expectation that God has the power to do what He promised. How do we hold fast to hope during a time of waiting? In week one of a new series entitled, The Wonder of Christmas, pastor Jon shares how hoping in God can renew your strength. The Wonder of Christmas 00:26:06 God, Jesus, Hope no How do we keep running when times are tough? How do we keep our courage when circumstances are challenging? How do we keep our faith when our future seems foggy? In week seven our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God can speak to us through people, promptings, and pain. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201122_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 19:04:00 MST How do we keep running when times are tough? How do we keep our courage when circumstances are challenging? How do we keep our faith when our future seems foggy? In week seven our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God can speak to us through people, promptings, and pain. Whisper 00:41:15 God, Jesus, Run, Love, pain, suffering, prompting no God's love is so profound that it requires God's power for us to grasp it. In our series, Whisper, we've been learning how to hear the voice of God. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares what is it exactly that God is saying to us. Then, recording artist, Isaac Pittman, shares his story and music about the power of God's love in our lives. (Ephesians 3:14-21) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201115_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 07:45:00 MST God's love is so profound that it requires God's power for us to grasp it. In our series, Whisper, we've been learning how to hear the voice of God. Today, pastor Jon Kragel shares what is it exactly that God is saying to us. Then, recording artist, Isaac Pittman, shares his story and music about the power of God's love in our lives. (Ephesians 3:14-21) Whisper 00:39:09 God, Jesus, Isaac Pittman, whisper, hear God, God's Voice no How do you know if you have a good idea or a God idea? In week five of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares that God not only is speaking to you, but also speaking through you. God has given you a message and a means through which to say it. When weighed against wise counsel and the Word of God, we can see how God speaks to us through our desires. (Ephesians 2:10; Psalm 37:4; Proverbs 16:1-3, 9) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201108_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 07:45:00 MST How do you know if you have a good idea or a God idea? In week five of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares that God not only is speaking to you, but also speaking through you. God has given you a message and a means through which to say it. When weighed against wise counsel and the Word of God, we can see how God speaks to us through our desires. (Ephesians 2:10; Psalm 37:4; Proverbs 16:1-3, 9) Whisper 00:35:59 God, Jesus, desires, purpose no When trying to read the map of life, it's important to start with the key. Understanding the map key helps you make sense of the map. In the same way, the Bible serves as a key to understanding this life. In week four of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God is still speaking to us today. (Hebrews 1:1-3; 2 Timothy 3:10-17) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201101_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 07:45:00 MST When trying to read the map of life, it's important to start with the key. Understanding the map key helps you make sense of the map. In the same way, the Bible serves as a key to understanding this life. In week four of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel shares how God is still speaking to us today. (Hebrews 1:1-3; 2 Timothy 3:10-17) Whisper 00:35:59 God, Jesus, Map, teaching, reproof, correction, training no Do you hear the voice of God? If not, maybe it's because you're using the wrong relational frequency. In today's message, guest speaker, Pastor Ta'hon King, shares how you can tune in to hear the voice of God (Luke 5:1-11). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201025_king_Tahon.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 09:27:00 MST Do you hear the voice of God? If not, maybe it's because you're using the wrong relational frequency. In today's message, guest speaker, Pastor Ta'hon King, shares how you can tune in to hear the voice of God (Luke 5:1-11). Whisper 00:29:19 God, Jesus, whisper, Ta'hon King, Voice of God, Frequency no How can you hear from God? It starts with making yourself available. When you make yourself available, God makes Himself accessible. In week two of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel leads a practical and personal discussion on the value of prayer in our lives. Additional verses Luke 5:15-16; 1 Samuel 3:9-11 https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201018_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 19:40:00 MST How can you hear from God? It starts with making yourself available. When you make yourself available, God makes Himself accessible. In week two of our series, Whisper, pastor Jon Kragel leads a practical and personal discussion on the value of prayer in our lives. Additional verses Luke 5:15-16; 1 Samuel 3:9-11 Whisper 00:41:01 God, Jesus, available, accessible, whisper no How do you hear the voice of God? In week one of a brand new series, pastor Jon Kragel shares how if you can't hear God's voice, you can't sing God's song, and your life will be off key. Watch the message to learn three encouraging truths about hearing the voice of God and the power of God's whisper in your life. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201011_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 18:58:00 MST How do you hear the voice of God? In week one of a brand new series, pastor Jon Kragel shares how if you can't hear God's voice, you can't sing God's song, and your life will be off key. Watch the message to learn three encouraging truths about hearing the voice of God and the power of God's whisper in your life. Whisper 00:29:34 God, Jesus, Whisper, listening, what is God saying no When plans change, cling to your purpose. In the week before our grand opening at CB Live, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can respond to situations changing in our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20201004_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 07:29:00 MST When plans change, cling to your purpose. In the week before our grand opening at CB Live, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we can respond to situations changing in our lives. Individual Message 00:27:48 God, Jesus, plans, spiritual growth, church, love no You were made for this moment. God has uniquely prepared us and positioned us to reach this community with the Gospel. Pastor Jon Kragel asks the same question Mordecai asked Esther 2500 years ago, "What if you were made for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:14). Will you join us on mission to be FOR the community? If you are interested, please take your next step and fill out the form below or visit our website. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200927_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 14:50:00 MST You were made for this moment. God has uniquely prepared us and positioned us to reach this community with the Gospel. Pastor Jon Kragel asks the same question Mordecai asked Esther 2500 years ago, "What if you were made for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:14). Will you join us on mission to be FOR the community? If you are interested, please take your next step and fill out the form below or visit our website. Individual Message 00:17:35 God, Jesus, faith, love, evangelism, courage, gospel no Jesus didn't come to take sides. He came to take over. In part two of what does Jesus say about politics, pastor Jon Kragel shares an example of how Jesus handled a political question (Mark 12:13-17). Christians, as you head into this election season, remember that elections are temporary, but eternity is forever. Choose to keep your witness with those who disagree with you and show love and honor in a community filled with division. We are called to live kingdom down, and not culture up. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200920_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:58:00 MST Jesus didn't come to take sides. He came to take over. In part two of what does Jesus say about politics, pastor Jon Kragel shares an example of how Jesus handled a political question (Mark 12:13-17). Christians, as you head into this election season, remember that elections are temporary, but eternity is forever. Choose to keep your witness with those who disagree with you and show love and honor in a community filled with division. We are called to live kingdom down, and not culture up. Tough Questions 00:25:49 God, Jesus, politics, elections, vote no Your candidate will win or lose on the first Tuesday of November, but the church will win or lose based on how we treat one another between now and then. When you disagree politically, choose to love unconditionally and pray for unity. Jesus prayed for unity and He paid for unity by dying on the cross. Therefore, we should make unity our priority during this election season (lessons from John 17 and Ephesians 4). Find practical ways to serve in your community, but remember that your ultimate allegiance belongs to God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200913_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2020 16:58:00 MST Your candidate will win or lose on the first Tuesday of November, but the church will win or lose based on how we treat one another between now and then. When you disagree politically, choose to love unconditionally and pray for unity. Jesus prayed for unity and He paid for unity by dying on the cross. Therefore, we should make unity our priority during this election season (lessons from John 17 and Ephesians 4). Find practical ways to serve in your community, but remember that your ultimate allegiance belongs to God. Tough Questions 00:24:35 God, Jesus, politics, vote, allegiance no Racial Justice is a Gospel issue. Listen as pastor Jon Kragel shares commentary on this sensitive subject through the lens of Jesus. What does Jesus have to say? What did He do? How can we learn from His example? This message is meant to simply start a healthy conversation with our church family so we can love people the way Jesus loved us. In the message, Jon addresses the polarizing positions within our nation right now and he then shares four practical and personal steps we can take towards unity within the church: 1. Repent of self-righteousness. 2. Acknowledge the hurt and experiences of others. 3. Commit to a posture of compassion, honor, and service. 4. Elevate others whenever possible. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200906_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:25:00 MST Racial Justice is a Gospel issue. Listen as pastor Jon Kragel shares commentary on this sensitive subject through the lens of Jesus. What does Jesus have to say? What did He do? How can we learn from His example? This message is meant to simply start a healthy conversation with our church family so we can love people the way Jesus loved us. In the message, Jon addresses the polarizing positions within our nation right now and he then shares four practical and personal steps we can take towards unity within the church: 1. Repent of self-righteousness. 2. Acknowledge the hurt and experiences of others. 3. Commit to a posture of compassion, honor, and service. 4. Elevate others whenever possible. Tough Questions 00:41:01 God, Jesus, Social Justice, race, racial justice, faith, black lives matter no Share what you love with whom you love. The best thing you can do in this moment is to share the Gospel with those around. Movements start in moments with people. Be the one to bring someone to Jesus. Who's your one? Learn how to share your faith in this message with pastor Jon Kragel. Be like the friends who brought their friend to Jesus (Luke 5:27-26). They had faith. They had love. They had courage. And we believe with faith, love, and courage, you can bring people to Jesus, too. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200830_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 04:28:00 MST Share what you love with whom you love. The best thing you can do in this moment is to share the Gospel with those around. Movements start in moments with people. Be the one to bring someone to Jesus. Who's your one? Learn how to share your faith in this message with pastor Jon Kragel. Be like the friends who brought their friend to Jesus (Luke 5:27-26). They had faith. They had love. They had courage. And we believe with faith, love, and courage, you can bring people to Jesus, too. Everyone Together 00:26:25 God, Jesus, One, love, share faith, faith no Start telling better stories. Everyone has a story to tell, so what story are you telling? In week four of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you can start telling better stories as we learn from an unlikely hero (John 4:27-42). No matter your circumstances or your past, God can use your story to make an impact for eternity. In this message you'll also learn about the art of reframing, the power of pre-framing, and how to set up Gospel appointments. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200823_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 04:28:00 MST Start telling better stories. Everyone has a story to tell, so what story are you telling? In week four of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you can start telling better stories as we learn from an unlikely hero (John 4:27-42). No matter your circumstances or your past, God can use your story to make an impact for eternity. In this message you'll also learn about the art of reframing, the power of pre-framing, and how to set up Gospel appointments. Everyone Together 00:38:53 God, Jesus, Hero, Unlikely Hero, women at well no Is it possible for someone to be earthly rich, but eternally bankrupt? Learn from a story about an unlikely man who came to faith in Jesus. In week three of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how everyone needs The One (Luke 19:1-10). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200816_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 04:28:00 MST Is it possible for someone to be earthly rich, but eternally bankrupt? Learn from a story about an unlikely man who came to faith in Jesus. In week three of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how everyone needs The One (Luke 19:1-10). Everyone Together 00:38:47 God, Jesus, Everyone Together, rich, poor, wealth no In week two of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how everyone needs someone to believe in them. If you want to make a difference, like Barnabas did for Saul (Acts 9:26-28), you need to do the following: Four Steps to Making a Difference 1) Take the plunge (take a risk) 2) Make it personal 3) See the potential 4) Build the platform Challenge: Start today making a difference today by recognizing who's made a difference in your life. Take time this week to say thank you to people who have impacted you. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200809_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 04:28:00 MST In week two of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares how everyone needs someone to believe in them. If you want to make a difference, like Barnabas did for Saul (Acts 9:26-28), you need to do the following: Four Steps to Making a Difference 1) Take the plunge (take a risk) 2) Make it personal 3) See the potential 4) Build the platform Challenge: Start today making a difference today by recognizing who's made a difference in your life. Take time this week to say thank you to people who have impacted you. Everyone Together 00:33:54 God, Jesus, together, difference, platform no Are you under a lot of stress? When facing the struggles and pressures of this year, how can we respond? In week one of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares where chronic anxiety comes from, what the Bible says about it, and what we can do about it. Calming the anxiety within you will help you care for the people around you. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200802_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 17:22:00 MST Are you under a lot of stress? When facing the struggles and pressures of this year, how can we respond? In week one of our series, Everyone Together, pastor Jon Kragel shares where chronic anxiety comes from, what the Bible says about it, and what we can do about it. Calming the anxiety within you will help you care for the people around you. Everyone Together 00:32:21 God, Jesus, stress, pressure no Do you want to make a difference in this life? Do you want to have a full life? In week six of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the key to having abundant life is following the Good Shepherd. When you follow Jesus, goodness and mercy follow you. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200726_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 07:31:00 MST Do you want to make a difference in this life? Do you want to have a full life? In week six of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the key to having abundant life is following the Good Shepherd. When you follow Jesus, goodness and mercy follow you. Psalm 23 00:11:12 God, Jesus, Psalm 23, mercy, goodness no During troubling times, what voices are you listening to? What kinds of "food" are you feeding your mind? Do you struggle with negative self talk? Maybe you have allowed an unwanted guest at your table. In week five of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus has prepared a feast in the middle of our fight (Psalm 23:5). And when you are having supper with the Good Shepherd, don't give Satan a seat. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200719_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 19:24:00 MST During troubling times, what voices are you listening to? What kinds of "food" are you feeding your mind? Do you struggle with negative self talk? Maybe you have allowed an unwanted guest at your table. In week five of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus has prepared a feast in the middle of our fight (Psalm 23:5). And when you are having supper with the Good Shepherd, don't give Satan a seat. Psalm 23 00:12:43 God, Jesus, Psalm 23, supper, Shepherd no In week four of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus dealt with the substance of death so that all that remains is its shadow. The key to comfort in troubling times is to the turn to the Shepherd. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200712_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 19:24:00 MST In week four of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus dealt with the substance of death so that all that remains is its shadow. The key to comfort in troubling times is to the turn to the Shepherd. Psalm 23 00:18:39 God, Jesus, comfort, trouble no In week three of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares the importance of listening to the Good Shepherd. You don't need the map if you stay close to the guide (Psalm 23:3). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200705_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 11:38:00 MST In week three of our series, Psalm 23, pastor Jon Kragel shares the importance of listening to the Good Shepherd. You don't need the map if you stay close to the guide (Psalm 23:3). Psalm 23 00:16:52 God, Jesus, Psalm 23, listen no We started off the new year with a brand new series called, Faith Works. In this series, we're walking through the book James discussing the practicality of our faith. In week one of our series, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your outlook impacts your outcome and how to battle through 3 tests of your faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190106_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 14:22:00 MST We started off the new year with a brand new series called, Faith Works. In this series, we're walking through the book James discussing the practicality of our faith. In week one of our series, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your outlook impacts your outcome and how to battle through 3 tests of your faith. Faith Works 00:39:47 God, Jesus, Practical faith no In week two of series, Psalm 23, past Jon Kragel shares that rest is about proximity, not productivity. The key to finding rest is trusting in the Good Shepherd. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200628_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 18:10:00 MST In week two of series, Psalm 23, past Jon Kragel shares that rest is about proximity, not productivity. The key to finding rest is trusting in the Good Shepherd. Psalm 23 00:15:54 God, Jesus, no In the final week of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how through the chaos and clutter this holiday season, we must cling to Jesus (1 John 5:11-21). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191124_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 04:48:00 MST In the final week of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how through the chaos and clutter this holiday season, we must cling to Jesus (1 John 5:11-21). Prove It 00:38:53 God, Jesus, chaos, clutter no In week six of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how belief in Jesus removes burdens and multiplies blessings. (from 1 John 5:1-5) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191117_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 04:48:00 MST In week six of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how belief in Jesus removes burdens and multiplies blessings. (from 1 John 5:1-5) Prove It 00:37:17 God, Jesus, blessings no In week five of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should regularly ask ourselves what does love require? God is love, which means He defines love, and when we live by His example, as can show people who God truly is. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191110_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 04:48:00 MST In week five of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should regularly ask ourselves what does love require? God is love, which means He defines love, and when we live by His example, as can show people who God truly is. Prove It 00:37:57 God, Jesus, Love no In week four of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how love is matter of life and death (from 1 John 3:11-24). We can love people when we meet a need and make a difference. He also shares five benefits from loving others the way Jesus loved us. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191103_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 04:48:00 MST In week four of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how love is matter of life and death (from 1 John 3:11-24). We can love people when we meet a need and make a difference. He also shares five benefits from loving others the way Jesus loved us. Prove It 00:36:21 God, Jesus, Love no In week three of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the best way to spot a lie is to KNOW the Truth (1 John 2:18 - 3:10). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191027_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 04:48:00 MST In week three of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the best way to spot a lie is to KNOW the Truth (1 John 2:18 - 3:10). Prove It 00:35:32 God, Jesus, Lies, Lie no We had the honor and privilege of having Jordan Headley share from 1 John about how we're called to walk in the light. Jordan is a church planter of Hope Valley Church, which is looking to launch in the fall of 2020. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191020_headley_jordan.mp3 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 04:48:00 MST We had the honor and privilege of having Jordan Headley share from 1 John about how we're called to walk in the light. Jordan is a church planter of Hope Valley Church, which is looking to launch in the fall of 2020. Prove It 00:27:59 God, Jesus, Hope Valley Church no In the first week of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus is the Word of Life and how proclaiming Jesus leads to powerful joy. (1 John 1:1-4) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20191013_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 04:48:00 MST In the first week of our series, Prove It, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus is the Word of Life and how proclaiming Jesus leads to powerful joy. (1 John 1:1-4) Prove It 00:34:42 God, Jesus, Joy no In week one of our new series, Psalm 23: Peace in the Valley, pastor Jon Kragel shares from verse one the value of knowing God as your shepherd. Unless you can say, "God is my Shepherd," you will never be able to say, "I shall not want." The key to contentment is knowing God as your Shepherd. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200621_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 18:47:00 MST In week one of our new series, Psalm 23: Peace in the Valley, pastor Jon Kragel shares from verse one the value of knowing God as your shepherd. Unless you can say, "God is my Shepherd," you will never be able to say, "I shall not want." The key to contentment is knowing God as your Shepherd. Psalm 23 00:14:49 God, Jesus, Shepherd, contentment no As our world continues to battle the pandemic known as the coronavirus, pastor Jon Kragel shares a message addressing the tension that we're all feeling. What now? What's next? How can we move forward? Listen to hear a story about an unlikely character who finds himself in an unlikely situation. Simply put, God can use what we didn't choose. (Acts 28:1-10) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200322_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 18:47:00 MST As our world continues to battle the pandemic known as the coronavirus, pastor Jon Kragel shares a message addressing the tension that we're all feeling. What now? What's next? How can we move forward? Listen to hear a story about an unlikely character who finds himself in an unlikely situation. Simply put, God can use what we didn't choose. (Acts 28:1-10) Finding Christ in the Chaos 00:29:38 God, Jesus, pandemic, chaos no In a message for our time, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to respond when anxiety attacks. This message is the last in our series entitled, "Living Hope." (1 Peter 5:5-11) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200329_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 18:47:00 MST In a message for our time, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to respond when anxiety attacks. This message is the last in our series entitled, "Living Hope." (1 Peter 5:5-11) Living Hope 00:31:48 God, Jesus, Hope no As pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Living Hope, he shares encouragement from 1 Peter 4. We can't always choose our battles, but we can choose how we fight them. Watch and learn how you can prepare for your spiritual battle. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200315_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 18:47:00 MST As pastor Jon Kragel continues our series, Living Hope, he shares encouragement from 1 Peter 4. We can't always choose our battles, but we can choose how we fight them. Watch and learn how you can prepare for your spiritual battle. Living Hope 00:29:42 God, Jesus, no "In week five of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ in your heart put hope on display (1 Peter 3:14-15). We can show hope in a hopeless world through the following actions: 1) Be brave (Romans 15:13) 2) Be blessed (Colossians 1:27) 3) Be bold (2 Corinthians 3:12) Wherever you find yourself on your spiritual journey, we want to help you take your next step of faith. Visit www.missiongrovechurch.com for connection and resources, or join us on a Sunday morning." https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200308_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 18:47:00 MST "In week five of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Christ in your heart put hope on display (1 Peter 3:14-15). We can show hope in a hopeless world through the following actions: 1) Be brave (Romans 15:13) 2) Be blessed (Colossians 1:27) 3) Be bold (2 Corinthians 3:12) Wherever you find yourself on your spiritual journey, we want to help you take your next step of faith. Visit www.missiongrovechurch.com for connection and resources, or join us on a Sunday morning." Living Hope 00:33:38 God, Jesus, hope no In week four of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how relationships are a race to the back of the line. He then goes on to share four components of a healthy relationship: 1. Submission is mutual (Ephesians 5:21) 2. Honor is love in action (1 Peter 3:7) 3. Respect wins relationships (1 Peter 3:1-2) 4. Value comes from God (1 Peter 3:3-6) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200301_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 18:47:00 MST In week four of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how relationships are a race to the back of the line. He then goes on to share four components of a healthy relationship: 1. Submission is mutual (Ephesians 5:21) 2. Honor is love in action (1 Peter 3:7) 3. Respect wins relationships (1 Peter 3:1-2) 4. Value comes from God (1 Peter 3:3-6) Living Hope 00:31:40 God, Jesus, no In week three of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how security in Christ helps us submit and suffer well. We can submit and suffer well because this life is reality, this life is temporary, and this life is an opportunity. Following Jesus' example, we persevere through trials with living hope (1 Peter 2:13-25). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200223_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:47:00 MST In week three of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how security in Christ helps us submit and suffer well. We can submit and suffer well because this life is reality, this life is temporary, and this life is an opportunity. Following Jesus' example, we persevere through trials with living hope (1 Peter 2:13-25). Living Hope 00:34:41 God, Jesus, suffer, security, hope no In week two of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel challenges the church to place Christ at the center of their table. We can do so through four thing: 1. Set aside the things that break relationship. 2. Adore Jesus whole-heartedly. 3. Look for ways to proclaim Jesus' goodness. 4. Treat others with honor https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200216_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 18:47:00 MST In week two of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel challenges the church to place Christ at the center of their table. We can do so through four thing: 1. Set aside the things that break relationship. 2. Adore Jesus whole-heartedly. 3. Look for ways to proclaim Jesus' goodness. 4. Treat others with honor Living Hope 00:36:24 God, Jesus, no In week one of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how hope inspires action. Hope is the confident expectation that God will do what He has promised. (1 Peter 1:1-12) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200209_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 18:47:00 MST In week one of our series, Living Hope, pastor Jon Kragel shares how hope inspires action. Hope is the confident expectation that God will do what He has promised. (1 Peter 1:1-12) Living Hope 00:32:16 God, Jesus, expectation no In the final week of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how focus can free to live by design. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200126_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 18:47:00 MST In the final week of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how focus can free to live by design. Starting Line 00:38:20 God, Jesus, no In week three of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the right decision can change your direction. Is Jesus the lead in your life? Then you should consider taking your next step of faith which is baptism. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200119_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 18:47:00 MST In week three of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the right decision can change your direction. Is Jesus the lead in your life? Then you should consider taking your next step of faith which is baptism. Starting Line 00:35:16 God, Jesus, direction, decisions no In week two of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how habits are consistent behaviors that meet specific needs. In order to reap Spiritual fruit, we have to plant Spirit-filled seeds in our lives. (Ephesians 5:15-16; Galatians 6:8-10) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200112_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 18:47:00 MST In week two of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how habits are consistent behaviors that meet specific needs. In order to reap Spiritual fruit, we have to plant Spirit-filled seeds in our lives. (Ephesians 5:15-16; Galatians 6:8-10) Starting Line 00:41:27 God, Jesus, habits no In week one of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how a healthy foundation to a new year rests on a person, not a set of principles. That person is Jesus Christ. Simply put, PERSON + PURPOSE + POWER = Passion. Knowing the person of Jesus, His purpose for your life, and living by the power of the Holy Spirit will give you the foundation you need to launch into the new year. (John 20:19-23) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200105_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 18:47:00 MST In week one of our series, Starting Line, pastor Jon Kragel shares how a healthy foundation to a new year rests on a person, not a set of principles. That person is Jesus Christ. Simply put, PERSON + PURPOSE + POWER = Passion. Knowing the person of Jesus, His purpose for your life, and living by the power of the Holy Spirit will give you the foundation you need to launch into the new year. (John 20:19-23) Starting Line 00:34:44 God, Jesus, purpose, new year no In week one of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon shares how discovering your purpose is not about meeting expectations, but about experiencing Jesus. (Ephesians 1:3-14) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190901_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 18:47:00 MST In week one of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon shares how discovering your purpose is not about meeting expectations, but about experiencing Jesus. (Ephesians 1:3-14) What On Earth Am I Here For? 00:36:34 God, Jesus, purpose no In the second week of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we are not only made to worship, but we are made worshiping. The question is not ARE you worshiping, but WHOM or WHAT you are worshiping. Peace is possible when we choose to worship the Unshakeable God. (Hebrews 12:26-29). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190908_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 18:47:00 MST In the second week of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we are not only made to worship, but we are made worshiping. The question is not ARE you worshiping, but WHOM or WHAT you are worshiping. Peace is possible when we choose to worship the Unshakeable God. (Hebrews 12:26-29). What On Earth Am I Here For? 00:14:13 God, Jesus, worship no In week three of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon shares that Jesus did not die for others so that you can live for yourself. From Ephesians 4, we learn that the second purpose of our life is fellowship, which means to love people the way Jesus loved us. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190915_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 18:47:00 MST In week three of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon shares that Jesus did not die for others so that you can live for yourself. From Ephesians 4, we learn that the second purpose of our life is fellowship, which means to love people the way Jesus loved us. What On Earth Am I Here For? 00:36:30 God, Jesus, Family, relationship, fellowship no Do you find it easier to fight with loved ones during quarantine? In week two of our series, Friends of Mission Grove, pastor Bill Bush teaches more about relationships. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200614_bush_bill.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 13:59:00 MST Do you find it easier to fight with loved ones during quarantine? In week two of our series, Friends of Mission Grove, pastor Bill Bush teaches more about relationships. Friends of Mission Grove 00:48:38 God, Jesus, Bill Bush, Rock Point Church no How do you handle the difficult relationships in your life? When is the time to set up boundaries, and when should we lean in and help? In week one of our new series, Friends of Mission Grove, we are honored to have pastor Linn Winters teach us about relationships. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200607_winters_linn.mp3 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 12:10:00 MST How do you handle the difficult relationships in your life? When is the time to set up boundaries, and when should we lean in and help? In week one of our new series, Friends of Mission Grove, we are honored to have pastor Linn Winters teach us about relationships. Friends of Mission Grove 00:49:19 God, Jesus, Relationship, Vampires no In week 4 of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon Kragel shares how connecting your story with God's story creates a greater story. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190922_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:02:00 MST In week 4 of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon Kragel shares how connecting your story with God's story creates a greater story. What On Earth Am I Here For? 00:41:54 God, Jesus, no In week five of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should stop fighting for position and start finding our posture. Jesus held the posture of the servant, and we should love others through serving them as Jesus loved and served us (Mark 10:42-45). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190929_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 02:02:00 MST In week five of our series, What On Earth Am I Here For?, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we should stop fighting for position and start finding our posture. Jesus held the posture of the servant, and we should love others through serving them as Jesus loved and served us (Mark 10:42-45). What On Earth Am I Here For? 00:43:18 God, Jesus, no In the final week of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jonah is both a mirror and a window. The story of Jonah is a mirror because it reflects the human heart. Jonah also serves as a window because it gives us a view into the heart of God. Ultimately, we will reach our community when we reflect the heart of God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190623_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 02:02:00 MST In the final week of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jonah is both a mirror and a window. The story of Jonah is a mirror because it reflects the human heart. Jonah also serves as a window because it gives us a view into the heart of God. Ultimately, we will reach our community when we reflect the heart of God. Runaway 00:35:14 God, Jesus, no In week three of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares who God's grace is bigger than our past, our performance, and our prejudice. God used unlikely prophet (Jonah), with an unlikely sermon, to reach an unlikely receptive audience (Ninevites). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190616_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 02:02:00 MST In week three of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares who God's grace is bigger than our past, our performance, and our prejudice. God used unlikely prophet (Jonah), with an unlikely sermon, to reach an unlikely receptive audience (Ninevites). Runaway 00:34:47 God, Jesus, no In week two of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares what Jonah did when he hit rock belly bottom. He shared that prayer is not simply a button to push, but a relationship to pursue. When you're facing a difficult situation, ask for God's help, accept God's discipline, trust in God's promises, and yield to God's will. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190609_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 02:02:00 MST In week two of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares what Jonah did when he hit rock belly bottom. He shared that prayer is not simply a button to push, but a relationship to pursue. When you're facing a difficult situation, ask for God's help, accept God's discipline, trust in God's promises, and yield to God's will. Runaway 00:34:38 God, Jesus, no In week one of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares about Jonah, the rebellious prophet. The story of Jonah is about a mixture of right/wrong, good/evil, grace/justice, and so much more. The one constant in the book is the goodness and the compassion of God. In short, God's compassion is connected to His power, and not our permission. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190602_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 02:02:00 MST In week one of our series, Runaway, pastor Jon Kragel shares about Jonah, the rebellious prophet. The story of Jonah is about a mixture of right/wrong, good/evil, grace/justice, and so much more. The one constant in the book is the goodness and the compassion of God. In short, God's compassion is connected to His power, and not our permission. Runaway 00:39:46 God, Jesus, no In in the final week of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares that the key to a restored perspective is worship (Nehemiah 8-9). He also shares five different ways to worship God. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190825_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 02:02:00 MST In in the final week of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares that the key to a restored perspective is worship (Nehemiah 8-9). He also shares five different ways to worship God. Revival 00:32:55 God, Jesus, no As we finish our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your setback could really be your setup. Using the story of Joseph in Genesis 50, pastor Jon shares 3 comebacks to crisis. #StayPositive https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200531_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2020 02:02:00 MST As we finish our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how your setback could really be your setup. Using the story of Joseph in Genesis 50, pastor Jon shares 3 comebacks to crisis. #StayPositive Stay Positive 00:26:10 God, Jesus, positive no In week two of our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon shares how to go from woe to go. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200524_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2020 00:11:00 MST In week two of our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon shares how to go from woe to go. Stay Positive 00:23:33 God, Jesus, Positive no As we continue our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how evangelism is sharing what you love with whom you love. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190728_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 15:56:00 MST As we continue our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how evangelism is sharing what you love with whom you love. Christian Atheist 00:35:32 God, Jesus, no In week two of our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon shares how happiness is a choice, not a chase. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190714_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 15:56:00 MST In week two of our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon shares how happiness is a choice, not a chase. Christian Atheist 00:39:59 God, Jesus, no In week three of series, Christian Atheist, pastor Kevin Deasy shares how to respond when you don't think God is fair. God might not be fair, but it is because God is good. We don't truly deserve His grace, but yet He freely gives to us. Also, God does not let us walk through difficult times alone. Don't lose heart when you walk through difficult circumstances. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190721_deasy_kevin.mp3 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 15:56:00 MST In week three of series, Christian Atheist, pastor Kevin Deasy shares how to respond when you don't think God is fair. God might not be fair, but it is because God is good. We don't truly deserve His grace, but yet He freely gives to us. Also, God does not let us walk through difficult times alone. Don't lose heart when you walk through difficult circumstances. Christian Atheist 00:37:30 God, Jesus, no In week one of series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to know God is NOT to be informed, but to be TRANSFORMED. In this series, we are presenting fresh messages each week, while encouraging people to take a deeper dive into the book with the same title, authored by pastor Craig Groeschel. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190707_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 15:56:00 MST In week one of series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to know God is NOT to be informed, but to be TRANSFORMED. In this series, we are presenting fresh messages each week, while encouraging people to take a deeper dive into the book with the same title, authored by pastor Craig Groeschel. Christian Atheist 00:36:22 God, Jesus, no In the final week of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from James 5:13-20, sharing how bold prayer honors God and transforms us. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190303_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 15:56:00 MST In the final week of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from James 5:13-20, sharing how bold prayer honors God and transforms us. Faith Works 00:39:14 God, Jesus, Prayer no In the final week of our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the Church is a movement with a message on a mission for God's majesty. Communion with God leads to confidence in life and community with others https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190804_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 17:02:00 MST In the final week of our series, Christian Atheist, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the Church is a movement with a message on a mission for God's majesty. Communion with God leads to confidence in life and community with others Christian Atheist 00:34:12 God, Jesus, no In week two of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to persevere when facing battles of many kinds. When you are under attack, remember that you are built to overcome (Nehemiah 4-6). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190818_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:02:00 MST In week two of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares how to persevere when facing battles of many kinds. When you are under attack, remember that you are built to overcome (Nehemiah 4-6). Revival 00:36:55 God, Jesus, no In week one of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares how revival starts with a renewed passion for God's people. Studying the book of Nehemiah, he shared three moves Nehemiah made to renew his passion for God's people (Nehemiah 1-3). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190811_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 17:02:00 MST In week one of our series, Revival, pastor Jon Kragel shares how revival starts with a renewed passion for God's people. Studying the book of Nehemiah, he shared three moves Nehemiah made to renew his passion for God's people (Nehemiah 1-3). Revival 00:32:54 God, Jesus, no Is it me, or does the world seem to be filled with a lot of negativity right now? While it can be easy to be cynical during times of crisis, we want to help you stay positive. In week one of our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how what you see and what you say directly impacts what you see. (Colossians 3:1-2) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200517_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2020 17:02:00 MST Is it me, or does the world seem to be filled with a lot of negativity right now? While it can be easy to be cynical during times of crisis, we want to help you stay positive. In week one of our series, Stay Positive, pastor Jon Kragel shares how what you see and what you say directly impacts what you see. (Colossians 3:1-2) Stay Positive 00:32:00 God, Jesus, no In week seven of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares how faith is less about getting you into heaven and more about getting heaven into you (from James 4:13-17). Watch as he shares biblical answers to some of life's toughest questions. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190224_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 13:52:00 MST In week seven of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares how faith is less about getting you into heaven and more about getting heaven into you (from James 4:13-17). Watch as he shares biblical answers to some of life's toughest questions. Faith Works 00:31:55 God, Jesus, no As we continue our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from James 4:1-12, sharing that conflict can harden the heart or grow your faith, but ultimately it's our choice. Jon also shares 4 sources of conflict as well as 4 solutions to better our relationships. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190217_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:52:00 MST As we continue our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel preaches from James 4:1-12, sharing that conflict can harden the heart or grow your faith, but ultimately it's our choice. Jon also shares 4 sources of conflict as well as 4 solutions to better our relationships. Faith Works 00:38:50 God, Jesus, no In week five of our series, "Faith Works," pastor Jon Kragel shares truth from James 3:1-12 on the topic of taming our tongue. In short, the tongue is a measure of maturity. Therefore, we should choose how we speak wisely. Watch and look for practical tips to improve how you speak to others. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190210_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 13:52:00 MST In week five of our series, "Faith Works," pastor Jon Kragel shares truth from James 3:1-12 on the topic of taming our tongue. In short, the tongue is a measure of maturity. Therefore, we should choose how we speak wisely. Watch and look for practical tips to improve how you speak to others. Faith Works 00:35:54 God, Jesus, no In week four of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares the connection between faith and works (James 2:14-26). Faith is the root. Works are the fruit. Also, Jon shares the difference between a dead faith, deceived faith, and a dynamic faith. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190127_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 13:52:00 MST In week four of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares the connection between faith and works (James 2:14-26). Faith is the root. Works are the fruit. Also, Jon shares the difference between a dead faith, deceived faith, and a dynamic faith. Faith Works 00:33:44 God, Jesus, Faith no In week three of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the difficult topic of partiality from James 2:1-13. Faith and favoritism don't mix. In a divisive culture, the church has an opportunity to share the love of Christ with EVERYONE, without showing favoritism. While faith in Christ is exclusive, the person of Jesus was the most inclusive in history. We can learn a lot from Jesus in how he treated everyone with love. Instead of seeking power, we should use our position to serve. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190120_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 13:52:00 MST In week three of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel discusses the difficult topic of partiality from James 2:1-13. Faith and favoritism don't mix. In a divisive culture, the church has an opportunity to share the love of Christ with EVERYONE, without showing favoritism. While faith in Christ is exclusive, the person of Jesus was the most inclusive in history. We can learn a lot from Jesus in how he treated everyone with love. Instead of seeking power, we should use our position to serve. Faith Works 00:36:20 God, Jesus, no In week two of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares how faith works because faith moves. Walking through James 1:19-27, he shares the connection between being, knowing, and doing. Make this year the time where your faith moves. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190113_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:52:00 MST In week two of our series, Faith Works, pastor Jon Kragel shares how faith works because faith moves. Walking through James 1:19-27, he shares the connection between being, knowing, and doing. Make this year the time where your faith moves. Faith Works 00:34:35 God, Jesus, identity no In the final week of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon shares how healthy families value serving over being served. The question is not ARE you called, but WHERE and HOW. (Mark 10.35-45; Galatians 5.13-15; 1 Peter 4.10) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190526_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 May 2019 12:03:00 MST In the final week of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon shares how healthy families value serving over being served. The question is not ARE you called, but WHERE and HOW. (Mark 10.35-45; Galatians 5.13-15; 1 Peter 4.10) Family Five 00:35:17 God, Jesus, serving, services no In week four of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares that healthy families value relationship over rules. It's impossible to protect your child from everything. Therefore, try instead to prepare your child for anything. The priority is preparation over protection. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190519_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 May 2019 12:03:00 MST In week four of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares that healthy families value relationship over rules. It's impossible to protect your child from everything. Therefore, try instead to prepare your child for anything. The priority is preparation over protection. Family Five 00:37:01 God, Jesus, Discipline, rules, relationships no In week three of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares how healthy families create a culture of honor (Ephesians 6:1-4). Honor is recognizing the value of someone based on the price already paid. If Christ was willing to die for people, then we should be willing to honor them. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190512_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 12 May 2019 12:03:00 MST In week three of our series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares how healthy families create a culture of honor (Ephesians 6:1-4). Honor is recognizing the value of someone based on the price already paid. If Christ was willing to die for people, then we should be willing to honor them. Family Five 00:31:48 God, Jesus, Mothers Day, honor, culture no On our second week of our series, Family Five, we had the privilege of learning from guest speaker, Dr. Tim Kimmel, on the basic principles found in a Grace-based family. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190505_kimmel_tim.mp3 Sun, 05 May 2019 12:03:00 MST On our second week of our series, Family Five, we had the privilege of learning from guest speaker, Dr. Tim Kimmel, on the basic principles found in a Grace-based family. Family Five 00:45:35 God, Jesus, Grace, Family no In the first week of our new series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares the first of five principles for building healthy families.Principle #1 - Healthy families put God first. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190428_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 12:03:00 MST In the first week of our new series, Family Five, pastor Jon Kragel shares the first of five principles for building healthy families.Principle #1 - Healthy families put God first. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9) Family Five 00:33:48 God, Jesus, God, Priority, Family no In John 15, Jesus claims to be "The True Vine." In this message, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we're called to be a branch, not a stick. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190414_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 12:03:00 MST In John 15, Jesus claims to be "The True Vine." In this message, pastor Jon Kragel shares how we're called to be a branch, not a stick. I AM 00:34:19 God, Jesus, no As we continue our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the details, story, and meaning of Jesus' claim to be the "Bread of Life." (John 6) Ultimately, Jesus satisfies the hunger of our souls. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190407_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 12:03:00 MST As we continue our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the details, story, and meaning of Jesus' claim to be the "Bread of Life." (John 6) Ultimately, Jesus satisfies the hunger of our souls. I AM 00:34:19 God, Jesus, no As we continue our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus gives us access to the promises of God (John 14:1-18). Watch as he discusses seven powerful promises of God from this passage and how they apply to our lives. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190331_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 12:03:00 MST As we continue our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares how Jesus gives us access to the promises of God (John 14:1-18). Watch as he discusses seven powerful promises of God from this passage and how they apply to our lives. I AM 00:31:29 God, Jesus, Christianity no Continuing our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the power behind Jesus Christ's claim to be "The Good Shepherd." In the message, Jon shares how Jesus is worthy to be followed because of Christ's Authenticity and Authority. His love is unconditional and His power is unbreakable. (John 10:1-18) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190324_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 12:03:00 MST Continuing our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the power behind Jesus Christ's claim to be "The Good Shepherd." In the message, Jon shares how Jesus is worthy to be followed because of Christ's Authenticity and Authority. His love is unconditional and His power is unbreakable. (John 10:1-18) I AM 00:33:30 God, Jesus, no In week one of our new series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you can find your spiritual pathway to God. In lessons learned from Gary Thomas' book, Sacred Pathways, Jon shares that everyone has a unique way to connect with God. What's your preferred pathway? https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200419_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 12:03:00 MST In week one of our new series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares how you can find your spiritual pathway to God. In lessons learned from Gary Thomas' book, Sacred Pathways, Jon shares that everyone has a unique way to connect with God. What's your preferred pathway? Breakout 00:25:56 God, Jesus, Faith no In week two of our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning and importance of Jesus' claim to be the Door (from John 10:1-10). In Jesus, we find security and significance. Our security is found not in our situation, but in our Savior. Our significance is found not in our product, but in our process. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190317_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 12:03:00 MST In week two of our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning and importance of Jesus' claim to be the Door (from John 10:1-10). In Jesus, we find security and significance. Our security is found not in our situation, but in our Savior. Our significance is found not in our product, but in our process. I AM 00:34:04 God, Jesus, no In week one of our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning of Jesus' claim to be the light of the world. Darkness leads to guilt and shame. Light leads to grace and salvation. (John 8:1-12) https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20190310_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 12:03:00 MST In week one of our series, I Am, pastor Jon Kragel shares the meaning of Jesus' claim to be the light of the world. Darkness leads to guilt and shame. Light leads to grace and salvation. (John 8:1-12) I AM 00:30:55 God, Jesus, no In week two of our series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the best way to fight your stress is to feed your soul. (message from 2 Peter 1:3-8). https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200426_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:03:00 MST In week two of our series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares how the best way to fight your stress is to feed your soul. (message from 2 Peter 1:3-8). Breakout 00:33:43 God, Jesus, Faith no In week three of our series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares this truth: if our God is unstoppable, then our faith is unshakeable. https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200503_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 3 May 2020 12:03:00 MST In week three of our series, Breakout, pastor Jon Kragel shares this truth: if our God is unstoppable, then our faith is unshakeable. Breakout 00:28:31 God, Jesus, Faith no On this Mother's Day, we're talking about what it means to be FOR other people. For far too long the church has been known by what it is against. We want to be known by what we are FOR. If God is FOR us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31). God is FOR you, and we are FOR you. #FORthecommunity https://d2sj4xy5nwzpgr.cloudfront.net/audio/20200510_kragel_jon.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2020 12:03:00 MST On this Mother's Day, we're talking about what it means to be FOR other people. For far too long the church has been known by what it is against. We want to be known by what we are FOR. If God is FOR us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31). God is FOR you, and we are FOR you. #FORthecommunity FOR the Community 00:23:31 God, Jesus, Challenge, Community, mothers day