The Chapel | Sermons

What would it look like for you to use whatever platform God has given you, to just speak from your heart? In “Moved to Speak,” we learn that when the gospel becomes personal, even the most unlikely people speak it powerfully. Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses the example of the shepherds, the very first recipients of the announcement of Jesus’ birth, and how they spoke about what they experienced: a message of wonder, inclusion, and peace. 

Dave Gustavsen | December 12, 2021

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In "Moved to Believe," Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at the story of Joseph. When he heard the news of Christmas, and the role he was called to play in it, he was moved to believe. In this story, we see how small faith limits us, while God’s call stretches us and leads us to act.

Dave Gustavsen | December 5, 2021

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Christmas is more than nostalgia, family, and traditions. It is meant to move us to action. In "Moved to Submit," Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through Mary's story, as she heard about Christmas for the very first time: Mary was just an ordinary person, chosen by God's grace; scared to death of the whole thing.  Yet, she was moved to embrace God's plans for her life.

Dave Gustavsen | November 28, 2021

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Dave Gustavsen, November 24, 2021

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In the final message of the Prodigal series, Pastor Dave Gustavsen wraps up the parable of the prodigal son, by taking a closer look at the older brother. “The Problem With Being Good” reveals the poison of pride and the invitation of the Father – a Father who loves his kids. 

Dave Gustavsen | November 21, 2021

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Do you know what it feels like when someone you love pushes away from God,  and maybe even from you?  It’s painful. In “The Surprise of Grace, “ Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through the parable of a father who loses his son. This story gives us a glimpse into the heart of God and the greatest gift of all:  the shocking, undeserved, life-altering gift of grace. 

Dave Gustavsen | November 14, 2021

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Have you ever lost something of value?  If so, you probably had a knot in your stomach and spent time searching for it.  If it was found, you were probably overjoyed. That’s exactly how God feels about those who are lost. In “The Father’s Heart,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God takes each loss personally; searches fervently (regardless of the risks); and joyfully celebrates when someone is found and bought home. 

Dave Gustavsen | November 7, 2021

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Worldly power means choosing what works for us. It’s practical; it makes sense, it “feels” right. But, if we’re only focused on doing what works, we may miss out on doing what is right. In “Encounter with a Powerful Man,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares how Jesus stood up to worldly power with the power of love and grace. Each day, we have decisions to make -- will we choose to do what works, or what is right?

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We all experience death.  Most people - even those who believe in Jesus -  experience fear surrounding this topic.  In "Encounter with a Grieving Family," Pastor John Dere looks at the reality and response to death.  He also shares the good news found in the promise that there will one day, come a point where death is no more!

John Dere | October 24, 2021

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At some point, we have all probably felt deep shame and regret, because of our own moral failure. In "Encounters with a Moral Failure," Pastor Dave talks about failure, hypocrisy, and love. The world might want and try to shame us, but Jesus speaks to us, full of grace and truth. His love is so powerful that it will transform our lives, for the better, if we allow it to.

Dave Gustavsen | October 17, 2021

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