Well Faith with Chris Teien

In this month of giving thanks we do well to consider our past, present and future with Jesus. Every day we make choices to please ourselves or to please God that will affect the adventure that we live and the legacy that we leave. We will be looking at 1 Thessalonians 4. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday at 10:15am to be encouraged to love God’s family and to live to please God.

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Rockwell Church Nov. 12, 2023 Pastor Chris Teien

Living to Please God

Finally, dear brothers and sisters, we urge you in the name of the Lord Jesus to live in a way that pleases God, as we have taught you. You live this way already, and we encourage you to do so even more. 1 Thessalonians 4:1

#1 Live according to God’s WORD (1 Thess. 4:1-2)

 A. Consider Jesus and your PAST (Eph. 2:8-10)

 B. Consider Jesus and your PRESENT (Eph. 5:8-10)

 C. Consider Jesus and your FUTURE (Col. 3:8-10)

#2 Live SET APART to God (1 Thess. 4:3-5, 7-8)

#3 Live with LOVE for those in God’s family (1 Thess. 4:6, 9-10)

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find more ways to listen and connect, plus links to sermon transcripts at Well.faith. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church. Questions or feedback? Email [email protected]

What does the Bible say about the future—and why does it matter today? In this message from Zephaniah, Pastor Chris Teien explores The Day of the Lord and what it means for believers and the nation of Israel. Though this small book may seem grim at first glance, it holds vital truths about God’s justice, restoration, and our hope in Christ’s return.

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/1408674

Key Points:

1. The Day of the Lord Is a Time of Judgment – Zephaniah 1 describes a day of reckoning for sin and rebellion.
2. God Protects the Humble and Repentant – Zephaniah 2:3 invites us to seek the Lord for shelter from wrath.
3. God Has a Future Plan for Israel – Zephaniah 3 reveals a day of purification, peace, and restored worship.
4. The Church Will Be Raptured Before Judgment – 1 Thessalonians 4 and Revelation 20 support a hopeful future.
5. Jesus Will Reign as King Over All – Zephaniah 3:17 celebrates God's presence, joy, and justice on earth.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:

• Candid reflection on differing end-times views and how he remains a “hopeful pre-trib” believer.
• How King Josiah’s national revival was influenced by Zephaniah’s prophecy.
• Encouragement to trust Jesus even when we don’t fully grasp God’s timeline.

Notable Quotes:

• “The Day of the Lord will be terrifying for some—but comforting for those in Christ.”
• “Zephaniah’s message is a call to live humbly, urgently, and faithfully.”
• “You don’t have to decode every prophecy—you just need to follow Jesus now.”

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Seek the Lord daily with humility and trust.
2. Share your hope with others as the world grows darker.
3. Support Israel and pray for its peace and future.
4. Study prophecy to strengthen your faith, not to fear the future.

Scripture References:

• Zephaniah 1–3 – Judgment and restoration
• 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 – The rapture and return
• Revelation 20 – Christ’s reign
• Romans 2:5 – Storing up judgment
• 2 Peter 3:10–13 – Living holy lives as we wait
• Zechariah 14 – Reign of the Lord
• Matthew 24:14 – Gospel preached before the end

Keywords:
 Zephaniah, Day of the Lord, prophecy, second coming, Israel, Jesus' return, rapture, end times, judgment, hope

Closing Statement:
 God’s judgment is real, but so is His promise to restore and reign. Whether or not we know every detail, we can live for Christ today with confidence and urgency, knowing He is coming soon.

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Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find more ways to listen and connect, plus links to sermon transcripts at Well.faith. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church. Questions or feedback? Email [email protected]

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “Pray in the Spirit, stay alert, be persistent in our prayers, and pray for boldness” (See verses 18-20). He also has encouraged us to be strong in the Lord, standing in God’s armor, struggling (wrestling) against evil and using the sword (Word of God) to defend and advance. This Sunday, come be encouraged to armor up, defend your faith and stand your ground for your good and God’s glory committed to the type of prayer, that is our battlefield communication, that leads to power and provision. 

NOTES:Rockwell Church Oct. 29, 2023 Pastor Chris Teien

Armed with Power and Provision through Prayer Ephesians 6:18-20
Review (Eph. 6:10-17)
We are Strong in the Lord
We are Standing in God’s Armor
We are Struggling (wrestling) against Evil
We use the Sword to Defend and AdvanceRequest (Eph 6:18-20)
Be CONNECTED 
Be ALERTBe PERSISTENTBe EVANGELISTIC

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find more ways to listen and connect, plus links to sermon transcripts at Well.faith. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church. Questions or feedback? Email [email protected]

We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “…Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” in verse 17. Here we are given the armor we need to protect the mind and will. This Sunday, come be encouraged to armor up, defend your faith and stand your ground for your good and God’s glory as you are empowered by the Holy Spirit to comprehend and proclaim the Word of God. Join us at 10:15am for our one-hour worship service.

NOTES:Rockwell Church Oct. 22, 2023 Pastor Chris Teien
Wear your Helmet of Salvation and Wield Your Sword of the Spirit
"Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God."—Ephesians 6:17
#1 Wear God’s Armor to PROTECT your Body (Eph. 6:13)
#2 Wear God’s Helmet of Salvation to Guard your MIND (1 Thess. 5:8, 2 Cor 10:5)
#3 Wield God’s SWORD to Defend and Attack (Heb 4:12)
#4 We are ordered to STAND our Ground (Eph 6:13-14)
Next week: We must pray in the Spirit

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Missions Sunday reminds us that communication with God through prayer is essential. Jesus gave His disciples the Lord’s Prayer as a model, and in this episode, we explore how it connects to the global church and spreading the gospel to every nation, tribe, people, and language.

Our guest, Pastor Steve Yatckoske, and his wife, Alice, serve Nett Lake Baptist Church on the Bois Forte Reservation in northern Minnesota. With a population of just over 350 people, Nett Lake is a tight-knit community. Steve shares how they engage the community, build relationships, and share God’s Word in a culturally meaningful way.

Key Themes in This Episode:

• The Lord’s Prayer as a guide for missions-focused prayer
• Challenges missionaries face in cross-cultural ministry
• How culture shapes how people receive the gospel
• Ways to pray for and support missionaries

Missions and The Lord’s Prayer:

Steve connects Matthew 6:9-13 to missions, showing how:

• “Our Father” reminds us that we are part of a global family of believers.
• “Your kingdom come” calls us to pray for the gospel to spread worldwide.
• “Give us today our daily bread” recognizes missionaries’ reliance on God’s provision.
• “Forgive us our debts” reflects the need for reconciliation in broken communities.
• “Deliver us from evil” is a prayer for spiritual protection for those in ministry.

Reaching the Ojibwe People with the Gospel:

Steve shares how the Ojibwe culture highly values community, elders, and honoring veterans. Many have experienced deep pain from historical events like boarding schools that separated families. Because of this, building trust is key before sharing the gospel.

Missionaries must present biblical truths in ways that resonate with people’s hearts while staying true to Scripture. For example, many Ojibwe people refer to God as the “Great Creator”, so missionaries start by connecting on that shared belief before introducing the full gospel.

How You Can Get Involved in Missions:

1. Pray for missionaries and unreached people groups using resources like Joshua Project and Operation World.
2. Support missions financially and through encouragement. Many missionaries face loneliness, cultural barriers, and spiritual challenges.
3. Consider serving in missions. Teachers, pilots, mechanics, computer specialists, and translators all have roles in spreading the gospel.
4. Share God’s love in your own community. Missions start at home!

Final Encouragement:

Every believer has a role in the Great Commission. Prayer is one of the most powerful ways to support missions. As Steve and Alice continue serving Nett Lake, we are reminded that God is working in every nation, and He invites us to be part of it.

#RockwellChurch218 #MissionsSunday #PrayForTheNations #GreatCommission #OjibweMissions

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We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to “…take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” in verse 16. The Roman shield was crucial armor often covered in wet leather with a wood core to protect and defend the warrior. Together the soldiers could strategically use their shields together to push forward or defend as a group. Paul says this shield is made of faith and can effectively extinguish the flaming arrows of our evil enemy. 

Rockwell  Church     Oct. 8  2023    Pastor Chris Teien

“The Shield of Faith: Protecting 
 Against Satan’s Attacks”

“In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” Eph. 6:16

 #1 We can be PROTECTED by a Shield of Faith 
 (Psalm 33:20, Psalm 84:11)

#2 We must STAND our Ground in the Spiritual Battle 
(Psalm 18:30 , Matthew 19:4-5, Acts 4:11-12, Matthew 10:21)

#3 We must Be READY for Satan’s Fiery Arrows 
(Eph. 5:16 , James 1:13-15)

 #4 We must PREPARE and Take up our Shields 
 (John 12:31, 1 John 5:4, 1 Corinthians 10:13)

 #5 We must Use our Shields TOGETHER to be Effective 
 (Hebrews 10:25, Eccl. 4:12 , Proverbs 26:18-19, 30:5, Psalm 28:7)

 “Someone has observed that as pilgrims we walk, as witnesses we talk, as contenders we run, but as fighters we stand.”

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We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to, “Stand firm then… with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace” in verse 15. Shoes (more like sandals) enabled the soliders to travel further, move and fight with greater traction and stand longer and stronger. The Christian wearing God’s spiritual armor seeks to bring peace with God. Isaiah 52:7 says, “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of the messenger who brings good news, the good news of peace and salvation, the news that the God of Israel reigns.” This Sunday we will have communion and be encouraged to boldly share the Gospel of Peace and Salvation as we purposely move forward in the “footwear” God has provided.

Rockwell  Church     Oct. 1,  2023    Pastor Chris Teien

“Confidently Sharing the Gospel of Peace”

For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News (Gospel)
so that you will be fully prepared. Ephesians 6:15

A. Be CLEAR when Sharing the Gospel (1 Cor. 15:1-11 )

1. Sharing who Jesus is

a. Jesus is the Bread of Life (John 6:35)

b. Jesus is the Way, Truth and Life and the only way to the Father (John 14:6)

c. Jesus is the Light of the World (John 8:12)

d. Jesus invites you to come to Him (Matthew 11:28)

2.  Sharing the need for Jesus using the Romans Road

a. Romans 3:23 – Our Sin

b. Romans 5:8 – God’s Love

c. Romans 6:23 – God’s Gift

d. Romans 10:9-10, 13 – Our Response

B. Be Prepared to Share the 5 Essentials of the Gospel

1. All are sinners and therefore lost

2. God loves the sinner but must punish the sin

3. No one can save themselves by any means

4. Christ has provided for our salvation

5. The sinner must personally accept by faith God’s provision
of salvation

C. Be Motivated to Share—It is Truly Good News

1. Rescuing Others (Jude 1:23)

2. Transforming Lives (Romans 1:16; 2 Corinthians 3:18)

3. Building Relationships (1 Corinthians 9:22-23)

4. Praying for Opportunities (Ephesians 6:19)

5. Standing Firm in the Faith (1 Corinthians 15:58, 16:13)

Two Helpful Resources:

How to Find God New Believers  New Testament pages A9-A13

New Life Bible App   https://newlife.bible

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We are in a message series looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. Paul instructs us to, “Stand firm then… with the breastplate of righteousness in place” Ephesians 6:14 (NIV). The soldier’s body armor helped protect his heart and other vital organs to keep him alive. It also helped support his core and give him confidence in the battle. They were most successful when they had someone help them check the integrity of their body armor before the fight. In a spiritual battle, Satan will try to tempt us to sin and pierce our hearts. The wise words from Proverbs 4:23 warn us to, “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life” (NLT). Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged that God offers the breastplate of righteousness to help us resist temptation and stand victorious in Him.

Rockwell  Church     Sept 24,  2023    Pastor Chris Teien

Guard your Heart with the Breastplate of Righteousness & Resist Temptation – Ephesians 6:14

#1 Be EQUIPPED  to Stand Firm (Prov 4:23)

#2 Be SECURE in Christ’s Righteous Armor (Rom 13:11-12, Gal. 2:15-16)

#3 Be PROACTIVE to Flee Temptation (1 Cor 10:13)

#4 Be PREPARED to Endure (2 Cor 4:1, 16)

Mentioned Link https://fullfocus.co/three-reasons-why-you-must-guard-your-heart

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We are looking at the “Full Armor of God” passage from Ephesians 6. The soldier’s belt helped keep his loose clothes strapped securely to his body so they would not get in the way during the battle. It is called the belt of truth. Jesus says He is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). The Christian who is secure in the truth will be able to stay standing. While Satan knows that we are protected by Christ, he also knows that he can distract us or even trip us up with lies and counterfeits. Come to Rockwell Church this Sunday to be encouraged that the truth that holds us together and keeps us from falling for those lies is the Word of God, rightly applied. 

Rockwell  Church     Sept 17,  2023    Pastor Chris Teien

The Belt of Truth – Guarding Against the Enemy’s Lies
Ephesians 6:14

#1 Truth to STAND Against the Devils Schemes
(John 8:44, Eph 4:14, 2 Cor 10:4)

#2 Truth is Experienced LIVING for Jesus
(John 14:6, 2 Tim 3-4)

#3 Truth to Stand TOGETHER to Resist the Enemy
(1 Pet 1:22)

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We are starting a new series on understanding and using full armor of God to stand strong in spiritual battles and to live the victorious Christian life. This week we will focus on the strategy God has revealed to us and then over the next seven weeks we will look at the value and use of the different types of body armor described in Ephesians 6. 

Rockwell  Church     Sept 10,  2023    Pastor Chris Teien

Full Armor of God—Living a Life of Victory
Ephesians 6:10-13

#1 Rely on God’s Strength and Power

#2 Use and Wear the assigned ARMOR

#3 Stand Firm and Be AWARE

#4 The Enemy is Satan and his demons

#5 Stand Strong and RESIST the Enemy

#6 Expect to be VICTORIOUS in the Battle

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find more ways to listen and connect, plus links to sermon transcripts at Well.faith. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church. Questions or feedback? Email [email protected]