Episodes

  • The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 21 – Peter’s Redemption

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 21 – Peter’s Redemption
    May 3 2026
    How does one move or grow, gain confidence, from the pit of despair? This is where Peter found himself. He had perhaps the furthest fall. From bold and brash to humiliated and small. But Jesus does not allow Him to stay there. In our final week in John – Jesus circles back, seeks Peter out, and begins building back the confidence and character that Peter will need for the rest of his life. So much happens in chapter 21. John, the author of this gospel hints at a number of elements in the narrative that are not, and are never, fully explained. Join us as we see Jesus do what only He can do. Watch as Peter runs to meet the Lord – dives in, and is met with redemption! --Pastor Nate Roschen
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    29 mins
  • The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Barabbas

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Barabbas
    Apr 26 2026
    A mercy of God was baked into the Jewish law concerning prisoners at Passover. They had a custom of releasing one prisoner. One individual would be set free, their actions forgiven, their crimes reprieved. The choice was presented to the people again that year. Who do you want to see freed? Jesus, the healer, friend of sinners? Or Barabbas, conspirator – leader of uprisings? And the crowds chose – Barabbas. What does their choice reveal to us today? Does this choice, one of many on the way to the cross – have relevance for us as we consider the choices we make in our lives around allegiance, hope, and desire? Join us as we explore this choice of Barabbas – and what it means for us today! --Pastor Nate Roschen
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    22 mins
  • The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Peter’s Denials

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Peter’s Denials
    Apr 19 2026
    With the remainder of our time in John, I want to highlight a few moments in the final four chapters that need to be understood. Together we will explore Peter’s denials, the release of Barabbas, and the full-circle redemption arc of Peter in John 21. This week, we will be looking at Peter’s denials in John 18. If you have read the gospels, you know Peter. You have probably known a few “Peter types” in your lifetime, or you may be a “Peter” yourself. He was always the first to raise his hand and offer a bold answer. He was sure of himself, to the point of arrogance. But God had big plans for Peter. Join us as we explore what happens to Peter - the mistakes made so that transformation could take place! -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    25 mins
  • A Firmer Foundation - Matthew 7:24-29

    A Firmer Foundation - Matthew 7:24-29
    Apr 12 2026
    This week, we’re going to take a break from John’s gospel, to share a teaching of Christ. In Matthew 7, Jesus offers a parable to those on the hillside with Him. He tells a simple story about two different people who build their homes on very different foundations. Ultimately, it’s a tale about resiliency and how to prepare one’s life for the inevitable trials that come. Resiliency is something we’d all like to grow in. We’re all aware that life presents challenges, and regardless of how capable we feel, we’d all like to be more sure, settled, and rooted. Jesus’ parable here is all about this. Join us this Sunday as we explore resiliency and find our rootedness in Jesus. -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    26 mins
  • Easter

    Easter
    Apr 5 2026
    Join us on Easter Sunday morning at 9 a.m. for our Easter Brunch. We will enjoy a potluck breakfast and fellowship, and then gather for our Easter Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. as we remember the reason for our hope – Christ’s resurrection. Please see these services as opportunities to invite friends and neighbors – as we spend intentional time together in worship and prayer – sharing our hope in Christ and the goodness of God at Easter! -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    23 mins
  • Palm Sunday 2026 The Weight of a Branch – Mark 11, John 12

    Palm Sunday 2026 The Weight of a Branch – Mark 11, John 12
    Mar 29 2026
    This week for Palm Sunday we look at a story that is timely and vital to understand today – Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem on the foal of a donkey in Mark 11 and John 12. At a time when frustrations were boiling over with their Roman oppressors, the people of Israel were prepared to put all the weight of their expectations into one man. So, they threw down their palm branches. They threw down their cloaks. They cried out Hosanna! And they, like so many people in human history since that day – put their hope in the human way of doing things. An earthly king, a ruler, a fighter, to give them relief and earthly peace. All of their expectations were placed into these palm branches, thrown down before the Messiah. He came to save – but not in the way any of them expected, through a means more grim, to provide a hope greater than they could have asked for. Join us this Sunday to remember what we know to be true about power and expectations. -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    23 mins
  • The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 17

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 17
    Mar 22 2026
    John 17 is the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in the Gospels. Here, He prays for Himself as He faces the cross, for His disciples, and the unity of future believers (us!). It is often called the “High Priestly Prayer” because as Christ was preparing to face the cross and to bear the sins of the world, He paused to intercede on our behalf – just as the High Priests interceded for Israel in the Old Testament. Jesus tells us what His inner thoughts were as He prayed this prayer. He was going to the Father soon, and wanted His disciples to have “the full measure of joy within them” (17:13). Jesus’ words here concerning unity are some of the most compelling in Scripture. As we consider how Jesus prays for us, we reflect on the thought that He had us on His mind, even as He faced the cross. Join us this Sunday as we follow after Him! -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    33 mins
  • The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 16

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 16
    Mar 15 2026
    In this week’s study of the book of John, Jesus gives further instruction concerning two important topics. First, He expands upon what He has said earlier in this gospel about the role of the Holy Spirit. Jesus says in verse 7, “Very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away.” Jesus expressed that it was good news that He was departing and sending His Spirit to us. We will explore all of these wonderful benefits together. After this, Jesus shares with us about how He will turn the disciple’s grief into joy. He uses the metaphor of a woman giving birth to explain to the disciples, and to us, what is about to happen. He again does not deny the reality of the pain to come – but reminds them of a sure thing – that it will result in joy and new life. Join us this Sunday as we hear the words of Jesus together. “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33 -Pastor Nate Roschen
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    30 mins