Rockwell Church Sermons with Chris Teien

You can win the argument and lose the relationship. When a disagreement gets under your skin, what might change if you paused to ask, “Why am I so upset?”

In James 4:1–11, Pastor Chris Teien explores how jealousy, pride, and the desire to get our way can fuel conflict. If you’re in the middle of a disagreement, this message helps you examine your own part, seek God’s grace, and take a step toward peace. At the heart of the message is God’s promise to draw near to those who draw near to him.

Sermon outline

1. Pinpoint the Source of the Conflict (James 4:1–3)
2. Prioritize Your Loyalty to God (James 4:4–6)
3. Pursue a Closer Walk with God (James 4:7–10)
4. Preserve Healthy Relationships (James 4:11)

Message Shared 11/08/2026 at Rockwell Church 

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

Have you ever been surprised by what came out of your mouth when someone pushed your buttons? Moments like that can show us where we still need to grow.

In James 3:13–18, Pastor Chris Teien explores how godly wisdom shows up in the way we live and treat others. James helps us recognize when jealousy or selfish ambition is driving our response and shows what it looks like to serve humbly and pursue peace when we’re under pressure.

Sermon outline

1. Show Your Faith Through Your Actions (James 3:13)
2. Beware of Selfish Motives (James 3:14–16)
3. Develop Godly Character (James 3:17)
4. Pursue Peace (James 3:18)

Message Shared 11/01/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

Have you ever gotten back in the car after a conversation and thought, “I wish I hadn’t said that”? A few careless words can do more damage than we realize in the moment.

In James 3:1–12, Pastor Chris Teien explores why our words carry so much weight and what they reveal about our hearts. This message offers practical ways to pause before reacting, ask what someone meant before passing it along, and apologize plainly when our words have hurt someone.

Sermon outline

1. Our Words Have the Power to Influence Others (James 3:1)
2. Words Reveal Our Imperfections (James 3:2)
3. Our Words Have the Power to Steer the Course of Our Lives (James 3:3–5a)
4. Your Tongue Can Cause Damage and Destruction (James 3:5b–8)
5. Your Tongue Can Praise or Curse (James 3:9–12)

Message Shared 10/25/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

When people who do wrong seem to get ahead, how do you keep worry, envy, or anger from taking over?

In Psalm 37:1–8, Pastor Chris Teien explores what it looks like to trust God and keep doing good while you wait for him to act. He shares how this passage helped him weigh a career opportunity against his sense of God’s call to ministry. If you’re facing an uncertain decision or an unfair situation, this message invites you to consider what it means to put God first and trust his timing.

Sermon outline

1. Trust in the Lord (Psalm 37:1–3)
2. Delight in the Lord (Psalm 37:4)
3. Commit Everything You Do to the Lord (Psalm 37:5–6)
4. Be Still Before the Lord and Wait Patiently for Him (Psalm 37:7–8)

Archive Message Originally Shared 06/02/2018 
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If we’re saved by grace through faith, why does James say faith without works is dead? What does living faith look like when someone needs more than kind words?

Pastor Chris Teien brings James 2:14–26 and Ephesians 2:8–10 together to show how trusting Jesus changes the way we live. Through Abraham and Rahab, James shows what faith looks like when it costs us something. The message invites you to consider how your faith can become visible in the way you serve, give, and care for others.

Sermon outline

1. True Faith Without Action Is Questionable (James 2:14–20)
2. True Faith Is Saved by Grace and Revealed by Works (Ephesians 2:8–10, James 2:21–25)
3. True Faith Produces Spiritual Fruit (Titus 2:11–14)
4. Living Faith Is Active Faith (James 2:26)

Message Shared 10/18/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

Two people walk into church. One looks successful, and the other looks like they’re struggling. Would you go out of your way to welcome them both?

In James 2:1–13, Pastor Chris Teien explores how quickly clothing, wealth, and reputation can shape the way we treat people. James calls favoritism a sin and reminds us what it means to love our neighbors as ourselves. Consider who you might be overlooking and how the mercy you’ve received from Jesus can shape the way you welcome others.

Sermon outline

1. Look Beyond Appearance (James 2:1–4)
2. Value People Beyond Their Status (James 2:5–7)
3. Love Your Neighbor Without Favoritism (James 2:8–11)
4. Speak and Act With Mercy (James 2:12–13)

Message Shared 10/04/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

Have you ever been moved by a sermon, then gone back to your week without changing a thing? James compares that response to looking in a mirror and walking away without dealing with what you saw.

In James 1:19–27, Pastor Chris Teien shares how to read Scripture with a teachable heart and take a concrete step in response. Consider how God’s Word can shape what you say, how you care for people in need, and which influences you welcome into your life.

Sermon outline

1. Be Ready to Receive God’s Word (James 1:19–21)
2. Respond by Doing What It Says (James 1:22–25)
3. Let God’s Word Reshape How You Live (James 1:26–27)

Message Shared 09/27/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

Temptation is like bait on a hook. It draws your attention to what you want and keeps you from seeing what it could cost. How can you recognize the trap before you take the bait?

In James 1:9–18, Pastor Chris Teien explains the difference between trials that test our faith and temptations that draw us toward sin. James shows how temptation takes hold of our desires and why God’s goodness gives us reason to resist. If you’ve already given in, there’s also encouragement to confess your sin and move forward.

Sermon outline

1. Know the Difference Between Trials and Temptations (James 1:9–13)
2. Recognize Where Temptation Begins (James 1:14)
3. Understand Where Temptation Leads (James 1:15)
4. Trust God’s Provision Instead of Temptation’s Promise (James 1:16–18)

Message Shared 09/20/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

When trouble comes and you don’t know what to do next, how can you keep trusting God?

In James 1:1–12, Pastor Chris Teien explains why James calls trials an opportunity for joy. The joy comes from knowing God can use even painful circumstances to grow our endurance. If you’re facing a hard decision or wondering how long you can keep going, James invites you to ask God for wisdom and take the next faithful step.

Sermon outline

1. Let God Strengthen Your Faith (James 1:2–4)
2. Ask God for the Wisdom That You Need (James 1:5–8)
3. Remember God Does Not Measure Your Value by Your Net Worth (James 1:9–11)
4. Look Forward to God’s Blessing as You Persevere (James 1:12)

Message Shared 09/13/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.

What makes a day’s work worthwhile when the tasks feel repetitive and nobody notices your effort?

Pastor Chris Teien draws from Proverbs 14:23 and Colossians 3:23–24 and recalls making hood ornaments at a temporary factory job. Whether you’re working for a paycheck, caring for family, or volunteering, your effort can serve Christ and bless others. This message invites you to consider what changes when you remember that the Lord sees your work and promises to reward your faithfulness.

Sermon outline

1. Receive Work as God’s Gift (Genesis 2:15 & Proverbs 14:23)
2. Offer Your Best Work to Christ (Proverbs 27:18 & Colossians 3:23–24)
3. Use Your Work to Serve Others (Proverbs 29:2, 7)
4. Use Your Income to Bless Others (Proverbs 3:9 & 19:17)

Message Shared 08/30/2026 at Rockwell Church

Helping you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon videos, transcripts, and more ways to listen at Rockwell.church. Explore additional Bible teaching and ministry resources at ChrisTeien.com.