Jesus isn’t just the central figure of the New Testament—He is visible throughout the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. In this powerful sermon, Pastor Duane Vander Klok unpacks how Jesus’ victory over Satan was prophesied from the very beginning in Genesis 3:15. Discover the deeper meaning behind the word "bruise" in this passage and how it points to the total authority and victory of Jesus over sin and the enemy.

But that’s not all. Did you know the Bible contains 300 prophecies about Jesus' birth in Bethlehem to the Virgin Mary—but more than 1,500 prophecies about His second coming? While we celebrate Christmas as the first coming of Christ, Pastor Duane challenges us to shift our focus to the anticipation of Jesus' return and the hope it brings to our lives today.

Christmas is not only about celebrating Christ’s birth—it’s about preparing our hearts for His glorious return. Don’t miss this eye-opening message that connects the promise of the Messiah’s first coming with the profound significance of His second coming.

Did you know Jesus appears throughout the entire Bible—even before His birth in the Gospels? In this powerful sermon, Pastor Duane Vander Klok explores Christophanies, the supernatural appearances of Christ, and reveals how Jesus is present in every book of Scripture. From the Old Testament's prophetic shadows and images to the New Testament's fulfillment of His identity, discover how the entire Bible points to Jesus.

Using key verses like John 5:39 ("These are the Scriptures that testify about me") and Luke 24:27, where Jesus explains the Scriptures concerning Himself, Pastor Duane takes us on a journey book by book to uncover how Christ's identity and nature are revealed from Genesis to Revelation.

Whether you're new to the faith or a seasoned believer, this message will deepen your understanding of God's redemptive story and inspire you to see the Bible through the lens of Christ.

In this message, Becca and Samuel Vander Klok, pastors of Life West Church in Allendale, Michigan, share their story of faith, family, and 19 years of marriage as a testament to God’s transformative power. Drawing from 2nd Kings chapter 6, they explore the wisdom of seeking guidance from elders and the importance of generational unity in faith.

Becca and Samuel’s journey began in an adventurous setting—rock climbing—and quickly turned into a lifelong commitment when Samuel proposed just two weeks later. Their relationship demonstrates the beauty of aligning marriage with God’s Word and shows how, even after past mistakes, couples can choose to build a Christ-centered union.

For singles, they offer encouragement to focus on serving God wholeheartedly, emphasizing that personal worth is found in Him alone—not in marital status.

Their message includes:

✅ How to address and overcome obstacles in marriage.

✅ The power of creating a shared vision for your family.

✅ Why prioritizing God and each other leads to a fulfilling relationship.

Whether you're married or single, this sermon is packed with wisdom and practical steps for honoring God in your relationships.

In this powerful message, Pastor Duane unpacks the biblical principle of sowing and reaping—how giving with a generous heart brings a multiplied harvest for God's Kingdom. As we sow financially, God uses our gifts to transform lives around the world. From India to Africa and the Middle East, our church is reaching countless souls for Jesus through your generosity, as Pastor Jeanie shares with us here in written testimonies from across the world.

This December, we invite you to join us for Heart for the Kingdom, a special series that challenges us to step out in faith and give in a way that stretches us. This year’s gifts and offerings will go toward building a life-changing kids’ campground—a place where young hearts will encounter Jesus for generations to come.

Be inspired by testimonies of eternal impact and discover how your giving can help build God’s Kingdom in extraordinary ways. Are you ready to take the next step in faith?

One moment with Jesus can transform a life—and even the course of history. In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Jared shares powerful stories from Scripture and his personal testimony to reveal how encountering Jesus changes everything. Explore how God gave King Saul a new heart and purpose when he was anointed by Samuel, and how Jesus revealed Himself as the Messiah to the Samaritan woman at the well, despite her broken past. Pastor Jared also shares how a childhood experience at camp created the perfect environment for his own life-changing encounter with Jesus. This message underscores the importance of our Heart For The Kingdom project this year: creating spaces, through the purchase of a camp, where the next generation can meet Jesus and be transformed. This year, your generosity will help us invest in a future where more young people can have these life-changing experiences. Learn how you can partner with us at reslife.org/H4TK.

Each year, we invite everyone who calls ResLife their home church to partner with us in making a significant contribution to further God’s Kingdom. This initiative, called *Heart for the Kingdom,* focuses on a specific vision for the gifts and offerings we receive.

This year, our vision is to purchase land here in West Michigan to build a campground where children and youth can experience the life-changing impact of camp ministry. Camp is a place where lives are transformed, and young people encounter God in profound ways.

In this message, you’ll hear inspiring stories of how God is moving through His church. Thank you for partnering with us. If you feel led to support this mission, visit reslife.org/give

In this inspiring sermon on thankfulness, Pastor Duane dives deep into how gratitude serves as a powerful "sacrifice of praise" to God. He explores how, by choosing gratitude in our daily lives, we can unlock a pathway to overcoming depression and anxiety. The message emphasizes that focusing on the blessings we already have helps shift our minds from burdens to blessings, making it hard to feel downhearted when reflecting on God’s goodness. He illustrates this with the story of the temple, when, even though only the cornerstone was laid, the people celebrated, trusting in God's promise of completion. Just as they praised with anticipation, we, too, can express faith in God’s faithfulness, even if we can’t yet see the finished outcome. This uplifting sermon calls us to live with hearts full of thankfulness, celebrating God's ongoing work in our lives, knowing He is faithful to complete it.

At times, it can be challenging to grasp concepts like the importance of His shedding blood for us to achieve victory. Pastor Duane delves into the significance of the blood of Jesus and its impact on our salvation, healing, and deliverance.

In this final installment of the sermon series about the Name of Jesus, pastor Duane drives home the central point of the series. God's plan for bring His Kingdom about in our world centers on the responsibility He gave us through Christ's death and resurrection to believe ON the Name and take back what He already defeated the devil to pay for. Peter says to the man who was lame since birth in Acts chapter three, "gold and silver I don't have, but what I have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk", and the man walked with them through the temple, praising God and bearing witness to his own healing. Jesus' name is given to us, the same at it was given to Peter and the apostles of the early church. Believe, receive, and USE the name of Jesus to bring about God's Kingdom in your life.

In this message, we explore the difference between believing in Jesus and believing in the name of Jesus. The early church preached about the Kingdom of God in Jesus’ name, but today, this powerful teaching is often overlooked. Believing in the name of Jesus means trusting that His name holds the same authority and power as if He were physically present. This faith is essential for salvation and working miracles, just as Jesus expected His followers to do. Every miracle starts on the inside before manifesting in the physical world—faith in His name unlocks this power. Learn how to meditate on God’s Word and step into the same works Jesus performed.