Welcome to the Generations Church Podcast! Today, Pastor Jeff continues our series, A Church That Pleases God, with a message called “A Mission That Pleases God.”

In Luke 15, Jesus tells three powerful stories: a shepherd searching for one lost sheep, a woman searching for one lost coin, and a father waiting for his lost son to come home. Each story reveals the same incredible truth: lost people matter deeply to God.

God doesn’t simply notice the lost—He seeks them. He pursues them. And when even one person turns toward Him, heaven rejoices.

As followers of Jesus, we’ve been invited into that same mission. We aren’t called to sit back and wait for people to find their way to us. We’re called to go, to seek, to love, and to point people toward Jesus.

So open your Bible to Luke 15 as Pastor Jeff shares today’s message, “A Mission That Pleases God.”

Welcome to the Generations Church Podcast! We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

Today we continue our series, A Church That Pleases God, where we’ve been asking an important question: What kind of church brings joy to the heart of God?

In Week 5, Pastor Jeff shares a message called “Generosity That Pleases God.”

Generosity is about much more than the amount we give. God looks at the heart behind the gift—the faith, sacrifice, and willingness to trust Him with everything He has placed in our hands.

As we open God’s Word today, we’ll discover what biblical generosity looks like and how a generous life can make an eternal difference.

Let’s jump into today’s message, “Generosity That Pleases God.”

In today’s message, “A Love That Pleases God,” we turn to one of Jesus’ most familiar stories—the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10. Jesus shows us that real, biblical love is more than something we know, talk about, or even feel. It’s a love that sees the person, feels their pain, moves with purpose, is willing to pay the price, and ultimately puts love into practice. The question isn’t simply, “Who is my neighbor?” The question is, "Am I willing to be a neighbor?" There are hurting people all around us, and God may be calling us to stop walking by, move toward them, and show them the love of Jesus. So open your Bible to Luke chapter 10 as Pastor Jeff shares today’s message, “A Love That Pleases God.”

Welcome to the Generations Church Podcast. Today, we continue our series, A Church That Pleases God, with a message called “A Unity That Pleases God.”

In John 17, just before Jesus went to the cross, He prayed for His followers—and one of His greatest requests was that we would be one. In a world marked by division, Jesus calls His church to something different: a unity rooted in Him, centered on truth, and powerful enough to show the world who He is.

So whether you’re listening at home, in the car, or on the go, open your Bible to John 17:20–23 as Pastor Jeff shares today’s message, “A Unity That Pleases God.”

Welcome to the Generations Church Podcast. We’re so glad you’re joining us today.

Have you ever had a season when you still believed in God, still loved God, but somehow your faith just felt… flat? In today’s message from Psalm 42, Pastor Jeff Ream reminds us that dry seasons are real—but they don’t have to drive us away from God. Instead, they can teach us to thirst for Him, remember His faithfulness, and put our hope in Him again.

So wherever you’re listening from today, we pray this message encourages you and draws you closer to Jesus.

Here’s today’s message, “When Faith Feels Flat.”

Welcome to the Generations Church Podcast. We’re so glad you’re joining us today.

Have you ever had a season when you still believed in God, still loved God, but somehow your faith just felt… flat? In today’s message from Psalm 42, Pastor Jeff Ream reminds us that dry seasons are real—but they don’t have to drive us away from God. Instead, they can teach us to thirst for Him, remember His faithfulness, and put our hope in Him again.

So wherever you’re listening from today, we pray this message encourages you and draws you closer to Jesus.

Here’s today’s message, “When Faith Feels Flat.”

This morning we begin a brand-new series called "A Church That Pleases God." What does God desire from His church? Before we can talk about our worship, our service, or our mission, we must first understand who God is. In this opening message, Pastor Jeff explores the biblical call to live with reverence and the fear of the Lord—a holy awe that shapes every part of our lives and draws us into deeper obedience and worship.

If you've ever wondered what it truly means to honor God, this message will challenge and encourage you to pursue a faith that is marked by humility, holiness, and genuine reverence.

Last week, James Swanson began exploring one of life's most important questions: What happens when we die? In Part 1, we looked at what God's Word reveals about eternity and the hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Today, James continues that conversation in Part 2 of "What Happens When We Die?" As we open the Scriptures together, we'll dive deeper into God's truth about eternity, judgment, heaven, and the incredible promise of eternal life for those who place their faith in Christ.

Whether you're wrestling with questions about the future or seeking greater confidence in God's promises, we pray this message encourages your heart, strengthens your faith, and points you to the hope that can only be found in Jesus.

One of the questions people have asked throughout history is, "What happens when we die?" It's a question that every one of us will face, and the answer has eternal significance. Rather than relying on opinions, speculation, or popular culture, God's Word gives us truth we can build our lives—and our eternity—upon.

Today we're honored to welcome our guest speaker, James Swanson III, Student Pastor at Community Baptist Church in Marion, Iowa. In Part 1 of his message, "What Happens When We Die?", James opens the Scriptures to help us understand what God has revealed about life after death and why the hope found in Jesus Christ changes everything.

We pray this message strengthens your faith, gives you confidence in God's promises, and points you to the hope of the gospel.

If you're walking through a season of uncertainty, disappointment, or wondering if God is still at work, today's message is for you. As we wrap up our guest teaching series with Greg Anderson, Greg reminds us that because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, hope is never dead. No matter how broken the past may seem or how impossible the present feels, God specializes in bringing new life where it seems impossible.

Today's message is titled "Hope Reborn." We pray it encourages you to fix your eyes on Christ, trust His promises, and experience the living hope that only He can give.

Today, guest speaker Greg Anderson concludes his powerful series on the Greatest Commandment—what it means to love God with everything we are. Over the past several weeks, we've been challenged to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and mind. In this final message, Greg brings it all together, reminding us that God isn't looking for part of our lives—He deserves our complete devotion. Wherever you're listening today, we pray this message encourages you to pursue a deeper love for Christ and a life fully surrendered to Him.