Living Hope Fellowship

This Sunday, Pastor Derek continued our study through the book of Colossians with a message titled “The Why to Our What” from Colossians 1:1–14.

The central truth was clear: Christ must be preeminent in our faith.

Big Idea: Christ must be preeminent for our faith to be relevant.

Walking verse by verse through the opening of Colossians, we were reminded that:

When Christ is preeminent, the believer has identity (Col. 1:1–2, 14)

When Christ is preeminent, the gospel has power (Col. 1:3–8)

When Christ is preeminent, life has meaning (Col. 1:9–11)

When Jesus is preeminent, worship gets real (Col. 1:12–14)

Everything in the Christian life flows from keeping Jesus first. This message calls us back to the foundation of our faith—making Christ not just present, but prominent in every area of our lives.

If you missed Sunday, we invite you to listen and be encouraged.

In a world where the definition of "family" is constantly shifting, what does God actually have to say about the foundation of our lives?

In this episode, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into Colossians 3:18–25 to unpack the divine blueprint for the Christian household. Far from a list of rigid rules, these verses reveal a high-stakes, beautiful design intended to reflect the heart of God.

What’s Inside the Episode:

The Marriage Metaphor: Discover how the union between a husband and wife isn't just a social contract, but a living, breathing metaphor for the relationship between Jesus and His bride, the Church.

Redefining Submission: We tackle the often-misunderstood concept of biblical submission, looking at it through the lens of trust, order, and mutual respect rather than control.

The Husband’s Mandate: Pastor Chris explores the weighty calling of a husband to model Christ’s love—not through power, but through the radical sacrifice of laying down his life for his wife.

The Training Ground: Why the home is the ultimate classroom. We discuss how the atmosphere of the home shapes children, teaching them what it truly looks like to navigate adult life with faith and integrity.

Whether you are married, single, or raising a family, this message offers a grounded, biblical perspective on how our most intimate relationships can point the world back to the Gospel.

"The home is the first place where the Gospel should be made visible."

In a world where the definition of "family" is constantly shifting, what does God actually have to say about the foundation of our lives?

In this episode, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into Colossians 3:18–25 to unpack the divine blueprint for the Christian household. Far from a list of rigid rules, these verses reveal a high-stakes, beautiful design intended to reflect the heart of God.

What’s Inside the Episode:

The Marriage Metaphor: Discover how the union between a husband and wife isn't just a social contract, but a living, breathing metaphor for the relationship between Jesus and His bride, the Church.

Redefining Submission: We tackle the often-misunderstood concept of biblical submission, looking at it through the lens of trust, order, and mutual respect rather than control.

The Husband’s Mandate: Pastor Chris explores the weighty calling of a husband to model Christ’s love—not through power, but through the radical sacrifice of laying down his life for his wife.

The Training Ground: Why the home is the ultimate classroom. We discuss how the atmosphere of the home shapes children, teaching them what it truly looks like to navigate adult life with faith and integrity.

Whether you are married, single, or raising a family, this message offers a grounded, biblical perspective on how our most intimate relationships can point the world back to the Gospel.

"The home is the first place where the Gospel should be made visible."

What does it actually look like to live out your faith in the messy reality of everyday life?

In this episode, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into the heart of Colossians 3:12–17 to explore "The Way of the Chosen." Being "chosen" isn't just a theological status; it’s a daily calling that transforms how we interact with our families, our friends, and our enemies.

Paul’s letter to the Colossians provides a roadmap for the Christian walk, moving beyond abstract ideals into concrete actions. Pastor Chris breaks down this passage into three essential "gaits" of the believer’s stride:

Walking in Goodness: Putting on the "new self" through compassion, kindness, and humility.

Walking in Tolerance: Bearing with one another and extending the same radical forgiveness we have received from Christ.

Walking in Wisdom: Letting the Word of Christ dwell in us richly as we navigate a complex world with thankfulness.

Whether you are feeling weary in your faith or looking for a practical "reset," this message offers a clear vision of how to clothe yourself in love—the bond of perfect unity.

What does it actually look like to live out your faith in the messy reality of everyday life?

In this episode, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into the heart of Colossians 3:12–17 to explore "The Way of the Chosen." Being "chosen" isn't just a theological status; it’s a daily calling that transforms how we interact with our families, our friends, and our enemies.

Paul’s letter to the Colossians provides a roadmap for the Christian walk, moving beyond abstract ideals into concrete actions. Pastor Chris breaks down this passage into three essential "gaits" of the believer’s stride:

Walking in Goodness: Putting on the "new self" through compassion, kindness, and humility.

Walking in Tolerance: Bearing with one another and extending the same radical forgiveness we have received from Christ.

Walking in Wisdom: Letting the Word of Christ dwell in us richly as we navigate a complex world with thankfulness.

Whether you are feeling weary in your faith or looking for a practical "reset," this message offers a clear vision of how to clothe yourself in love—the bond of perfect unity.

Pastors Chris Rieber and Derek Holmes share about their recent trip to our mission partners in the Philippines. For nearly three decades, Roehl Tanedo and Ramses Tangub have labored faithfully in Luzon, Mindanao, and now, Palawan, planting churches and training up disciples. You can also find the video from the trip at lhfellowship.com/videos

Pastors Chris Rieber and Derek Holmes share about their recent trip to our mission partners in the Philippines. For nearly three decades, Roehl Tanedo and Ramses Tangub have labored faithfully in Luzon, Mindanao, and now, Palawan, planting churches and training up disciples. You can also find the video from the trip at lhfellowship.com/videos

Are you simply waiting for Heaven, or are you living out the reality of your salvation today?

In this powerful message, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into Colossians 3:1–10 to challenge the "waiting room" mentality of many believers. While the promise of eternity is secure, the Christian life is not meant to be a period of spiritual stagnation. Instead, we are called to actively "walk" in a transformed state of grace.

Pastor Chris explores the profound shift that occurs when we surrender to Christ, unpacking the practical differences between our old nature—defined by sin and earthly desires—and our new nature, which is being renewed in the image of its Creator.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

-What it truly means to "set your minds on things above."

-How to identify and "put to death" the habits of the old self.

-The daily discipline of walking in a changed state of grace.

-Why your identity in Christ is the key to living a successful, holy life.

Join us as we move beyond resting in our salvation and begin thriving in the newness of life that Jesus provides.

Key Scriptures

Colossians 3:1–4: Setting our sights on Christ’s throne.

Colossians 3:5–9: Stripping off the old self and its practices.

Colossians 3:10: Putting on the new self, renewed in knowledge.

Are you simply waiting for Heaven, or are you living out the reality of your salvation today?

In this powerful message, Pastor Chris Rieber dives into Colossians 3:1–10 to challenge the "waiting room" mentality of many believers. While the promise of eternity is secure, the Christian life is not meant to be a period of spiritual stagnation. Instead, we are called to actively "walk" in a transformed state of grace.

Pastor Chris explores the profound shift that occurs when we surrender to Christ, unpacking the practical differences between our old nature—defined by sin and earthly desires—and our new nature, which is being renewed in the image of its Creator.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

-What it truly means to "set your minds on things above."

-How to identify and "put to death" the habits of the old self.

-The daily discipline of walking in a changed state of grace.

-Why your identity in Christ is the key to living a successful, holy life.

Join us as we move beyond resting in our salvation and begin thriving in the newness of life that Jesus provides.

Key Scriptures

Colossians 3:1–4: Setting our sights on Christ’s throne.

Colossians 3:5–9: Stripping off the old self and its practices.

Colossians 3:10: Putting on the new self, renewed in knowledge.

As the glow of Christmas fades and the decorations come down, Scripture invites us to consider a deeper question: what if Christmas was never meant to end? In Matthew 2:1–12, the Magi model a faith that refuses to dim after the celebration. They searched diligently, followed the light they were given, worshiped wholeheartedly, and left changed by an encounter with Christ. Their journey reminds us that the incarnation is not a moment to rush past, but a mystery to live within. It is better to live in contemplation of the depth of Christ coming near than to live only in anticipation of a climactic celebration. Christmas isn’t just a day, or even a season—it’s a way of life shaped by worship, obedience, and persistent devotion. In this sermon, we’ll explore how to keep the lights on all year long, carrying the spirit of Christmas into our daily walk with Jesus.