This sermon explores how life’s unpredictability often challenges our personal definitions of success. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 9:11-16, Pastor Tom highlights how human effort alone does not guarantee outcomes and emphasizes God’s providence in guiding our paths. True success, as defined by Scripture, is recognizing that we are exactly where God wants us to be and using our gifts for His glory. Rather than striving for accumulation, achievement, or acclaim, we are called to trust in God’s plan, knowing He is working all things for His purpose and our good.

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson

Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:11-16

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 9th, 2025.

In Revelation 7:9-17, Pastor Artie Lindsay explains how all things are united things, and everything is brought under the authority of Jesus. We see how God’s people will worship him together in unity, and how He will set all things right.

Speaker: Teaching Pastor, Tabernacle Community Church; Artie Lindsay

Passage: Revelation 7:9-10

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 2nd, 2025.

Every human life will come to an end. In Ecclesiastes 9:1-10, Solomon expresses how both the good and the evil experience death. Through this message, we learn how death takes on new meaning for those who believe in Jesus. We are all faced with the choice to live in the light of the resurrection or in the shadow of death.

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson

Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 23rd, 2025.

Why do the wicked prosper? This is the question Solomon wrestles with in Ecclesiastes 8:10-17. As we explore this, we find that while we often reach the end of our rope when confounded by such realities, God’s mercy proves to be more extensive than we ever imagined it could be.

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson

Passage: Ecclesiastes 8:10-17

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 16th, 2025.

Why do bad things happen to good people? This is the question that confronts us as we experience suffering. In Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1, Pastor Jim explains how Solomon acknowledges that sin is the root cause of suffering. Despite Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, he finds no solution within himself, showing us that the ultimate solution is in Jesus.

Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson

Passage: Ecclesiastes 8:2-10

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 9th, 2025.

Why do bad things happen to good people? This is the question that confronts us as we experience suffering. In Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1, Pastor Jim explains how Solomon acknowledges that sin is the root cause of suffering. Despite Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, he finds no solution within himself, showing us that the ultimate solution is in Jesus.

Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra

Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 2nd, 2025.

It is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.

Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra

Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.

It is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.

Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra

Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.

In life we experience lots of struggles and difficulties. In Ecclesiastes 7: 1-6 Pastor Jim identifies 4 blessings that come through suffering! We are challenged to lean into God amid the struggle reminding us that God ordains our path drawing us closer to him.

Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra

Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:1-6

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 12th, 2025.

Insatiable appetites are desires we turn to for fulfillment instead of seeking satisfaction in God. In Ecclesiastes 6:7-12, Jon identifies four insatiable appetites: words, knowledge, the question of “what’s next?”, and power. We discover that we are powerless to defeat these appetites, but God is able to crush these appetites when we find satisfaction in Him.

Speaker: Director, Young Adults Ministry: Jon Nuenke

Passage: Ecclesiastes 6:7-12

This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 5th, 2025.