Fear has a way of shrinking our faith and silencing our witness, especially when life feels uncertain. In this message from Luke 2, Pastor Chris shows how godly joy is rooted in God’s grace, anchored in His promises, and strong enough to overcome fear. Through the Christmas story of Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds, listeners are invited to rediscover a joy that steadies the heart and fuels faithful living. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18351796

Key Points:

1. God works through difficult circumstances
    God used inconvenience, hardship, and humble settings to accomplish His redemptive plan. Luke 2:1-7 reminds us that God is often working even when timing feels wrong and life feels unsettled.
2. Fear reveals where trust is being tested
    The shepherds’ reaction shows how fear can surface when God moves unexpectedly. Fear focuses on what could go wrong, while joy rests in what God has already done. Luke 2:8-9; Psalm 34:4.
3. Godly joy is grounded in good news
    The angel’s message points to the gospel that brings lasting joy for all people. True joy flows from knowing the Savior has come and that God is for us. Luke 2:10-11; John 3:16.

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 Godly joy does not remove difficulty, but it gives confidence, peace, and courage in the middle of it.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
 Pastor Chris shares practical reflections on fear in everyday life, including the fear of sharing faith and the fear of uncertainty, showing how perspective changes when we trust God’s presence and purposes.

Notable Quotes:
 Fear focuses on what could go wrong, but joy anchors us in what God has already done.
 God is often glorified through humble people and difficult circumstances.
 Joy grows when we retell what God has done.

Actionable Takeaways:

Reflect honestly on where fear is showing up in your life
 Anchor your joy in God’s grace rather than your circumstances
 Take a small step of obedience even when fear is present
 Share what God has done in your life and allow joy to grow

Scripture References:
 Luke 2:1-20 – The birth of Jesus and the shepherds’ response
 Psalm 34:4 – God delivers from fear
 Romans 8:28 – God works all things for good
 John 3:16 – The gift of salvation through Christ
 James 1:2 – Joy in the midst of trials

Keywords:
 godly joy, overcoming fear, Luke 2 sermon, Christmas message, faith over fear, Christian encouragement, sharing the gospel, joy in Christ 

Challenge:
 This week, name your fear before God, receive His peace, and intentionally live and speak with joy that points others to Christ.

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The Christmas story is filled with familiar details, but woven throughout the birth of Jesus is the powerful work of the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Pastor Chris Teien explores how the Holy Spirit was active in the lives of Mary, Elizabeth, Zechariah, Simeon, and Jesus Himself, and how that same Spirit works in believers today. This message invites listeners to grow in faith, obedience, and Spirit-filled living. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335543

The Holy Spirit brings life and fulfillment to God’s promises
The birth of Jesus was made possible through the work of the Holy Spirit (Luke 1:35). Throughout the Christmas story, God’s Spirit fulfills His promises and brings life where it seems impossible.

The Holy Spirit encourages and strengthens God’s people
Elizabeth, Zechariah, and Simeon were all filled, guided, or moved by the Holy Spirit (Luke 1:41, 67; Luke 2:25-27). God’s Spirit encourages faith, obedience, and perseverance.

The Holy Spirit dwells in every believer
When we receive Jesus Christ as Savior, we also receive the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13; Romans 8:9). The Spirit helps us live the Christian life and produces spiritual fruit.

The Holy Spirit empowers obedience and witness
Believers are called to live Spirit-filled lives marked by obedience, transformation, and bold witness (Acts 1:8; Romans 12:1-2). God uses faithful obedience to impact others.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
Pastor Chris shares personal ministry experiences where reliance on the Holy Spirit provided strength, energy, and effectiveness during seasons of exhaustion. He also tells a story of sharing faith during an unexpected conversation that highlights how God can use simple acts of obedience.

Notable Quotes:
 “The Christmas story reminds us that God is always at work, even when we don’t see it.”
 “You cannot live the Christian life in your own strength. You need the Holy Spirit.”
 “Faithful obedience creates opportunities for the Holy Spirit to work through us.”

Actionable Takeaways:
 Reflect on how the Holy Spirit has worked in your life since you came to Christ.
 Ask God to fill and guide you daily through His Spirit.
 Choose obedience in the small things and trust God with the results.
 Live with awareness that God’s Spirit empowers your witness and growth.

Scripture References:
 Luke 1:35 – The Holy Spirit and the birth of Jesus
 Luke 1:41, 67 – The Spirit fills and empowers God’s people
 Luke 2:25-32 – Simeon led by the Holy Spirit
 Romans 8:9 – The Spirit lives in every believer
 Ephesians 1:13 – Sealed with the Holy Spirit
 Galatians 5:22-23 – Fruit of the Spirit
 Acts 1:8 – Power to be witnesses
 Romans 12:1-2 – Living a transformed life

Keywords:
Holy Spirit, Christmas sermon, Advent message, Birth of Jesus, Spirit-filled living, Christian growth, Luke 1-2, Biblical teaching 

Closing Statement:
This episode encourages listeners to recognize the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christmas story and to live daily with faith, obedience, and dependence on God’s Spirit.

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God often brings the right people into our lives at just the moment we need encouragement. The story of Mary and Elizabeth shows how God strengthens our faith through trusted relationships and the work of the Holy Spirit. Their example reminds us that joy grows when we walk with others, listen for God’s voice, and trust his plan in uncertain times. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18314232

Key Points:

1. Joy grows when we share life with each other – Luke 1:39–45
    God sends Mary to Elizabeth for encouragement, wisdom, and confirmation. Elizabeth’s Spirit-filled welcome strengthens Mary’s faith and affirms God’s work in her life.
2. Joy flows when we remember God’s faithfulness – Luke 1:42–45
    Elizabeth reminds Mary that God is blessing her. Remembering what God has done in the past builds confidence for the future.
3. Joy deepens when we walk in the Spirit
    Elizabeth is filled with the Spirit and speaks words of truth and hope. The Spirit equips believers to encourage others and live with courage.
4. Joy glows through worship and trust – Luke 1:46–55
    Mary responds in worship as she reflects on God’s mercy and purpose. Joy becomes the natural overflow of a heart resting in God’s plan.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
 Pastor Chris shares how God brought key people alongside him in ministry and church planting, providing needed encouragement, resources, and partnership at just the right times.

Notable Quotes:
 “Joy is a contentment that God is in control.”
 “God often sends someone to walk with you when he calls you to something new.”
 “The Holy Spirit empowers us to encourage others and overflow with hope.”

Actionable Takeaways:

• Reflection: Identify people God has placed in your life for support and encouragement.
 • Daily-life application: Encourage someone who may be facing uncertainty or fear.
 • Spiritual step: Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you and strengthen your faith today.
 • Practical next step: Share part of your story with someone who needs hope this week.

Scripture References:
 Luke 1:39–55
 Ephesians 1:13
 Ephesians 5:18
 Romans 15:13
 Acts 1:8
 Acts 9:31

Keywords:
 Mary, Elizabeth, encouragement, joy, Holy Spirit, faith, trust, hope, relationships, Luke 1

Challenge:
 Ask God to fill you with his Spirit and show you one person you can encourage so that joy can grow in both your life and theirs.

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Joy Even When You Feel Forgotten. There are seasons when life leaves you feeling overlooked, unheard, or stuck in a long wait you never asked for. The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1 shows that even when God seems silent he is still moving. Their experience reveals how joy can begin long before the circumstances change and how God sees what others miss. This message invites listeners to rediscover hope in the God who remembers.

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18274897

Key Points

1. God Sees Your Faithfulness
    Luke 1:6-7
    Faithfulness is never wasted. God sees the quiet obedience and steady service that others overlook, and joy grows from trusting his unseen work.
2. God Hears the Prayers You Stopped Expecting Him to Answer
    Luke 1:11-13
    Old prayers still matter to God. Even when hope feels gone, God continues to work and answers in his perfect timing.
3. God Can Bring Joy in Unexpected Ways and Unlikely Situations
    Luke 1:18-20
    God often surprises his people by working through moments that seem impossible. The delay becomes part of the preparation.
4. What Their Story Means for Us Today
    Real joy does not come from perfect circumstances but from the character and presence of God. Seasons of waiting can become places where God is quietly shaping what comes next.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris

Pastor Chris shares how God unexpectedly led his family back to the Iron Range and arranged the sale of homes on the same day, showing how God works behind the scenes. He also tells the story of a student who longed to share her faith and later found that God had been preparing her for the perfect moment to do so.

Notable Quotes

“Bible joy is a deep and steady gladness that comes from knowing and trusting God, not from how life feels in the moment.”
 “God hears the prayers you stopped expecting him to answer.”
 “Living for Christ is an adventure. You never know what God is about to do when you stay faithful.”

Actionable Takeaways

• Revisit one old prayer and bring it before God with renewed trust.
 • Stay consistent in the quiet habits of obedience that no one sees.
 • Ask God to show you one new step you can take while you wait.
 • Begin each morning with the prayer: Here I am, Lord. Use me today.

Scripture References

Luke 1:5-25
 2 Timothy 3:15-17
 James 1:2-4
 Psalm 37:4
 Philippians 4:19
 Hebrews 13:5

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This episode explores themes of waiting, unanswered prayer, disappointment, and renewed joy through the account of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1:5-25. It highlights faithfulness in long seasons of silence, the hope that comes from trusting God’s timing, and the quiet ways God works behind the scenes even when life feels overlooked or forgotten.

Challenge

Choose one place in your life where you feel forgotten and bring it to God this week with fresh trust that he sees, hears, and is already working.

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Discover how a deeper understanding of God’s choosing can ignite true thankfulness in your everyday life. Pastor Chris Teien shares how God’s love, your identity, and your purpose take on new meaning when you see yourself as chosen by God. This message will encourage anyone seeking a stronger foundation for gratitude, deeper joy, and clarity about what God is doing in their life. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18239546

Key Points

1. Thankful to Be Chosen to Know the Father’s Love
 God chose us before creation, adopted us into his family, and pursued us long before we pursued him. His choosing is a work of love, grace, and initiative. Scriptures in this point: 1 Peter 1:1-2, Ephesians 1:4-5, John 15:16.

2. Thankful to Be Chosen to Belong to God’s People
 God welcomes us into his family and places us in a spiritual community where we can grow, serve, encourage, and be supported. Scriptures in this point: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Ephesians 2:19, Romans 12:5.

3. Thankful to Be Chosen to Live Out God’s Purposes
 We are called to declare God’s praises, endure hardship with hope, and walk in the good works he prepared for us. Scriptures in this point: 1 Peter 2:9b, 1 Peter 2:21, 1 Peter 5:10, Ephesians 2:10.

4. Thankful to Express My Gratitude Through Words and Actions
 A thankful life is seen in how we pray, speak, worship, serve, and encourage. Scripture calls us to live gratefully in all circumstances. Scriptures in this point: Colossians 3:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris

Pastor Chris shares his long process resolving the frontage road situation and how thankfulness can be both momentary and hard earned. He tells the story of adopting a child and how it mirrors the Father’s loving choice to adopt us. He also reflects on mentoring pastoral interns, helping people in need, and seeing God use simple faithfulness to make a lasting impact. 

Notable Quotes

• Gratitude grows when we remember who we are and whose we are in Christ.
 • Salvation begins with God’s initiative long before our decision.
 • Gratitude is not silent. It speaks, serves, and becomes a testimony of God’s goodness.

Actionable Takeaways

• Reflect on how God pursued you and chose you in love.
 • Look for someone in your church family to encourage this week.
 • Ask God to reveal the good works he has prepared for you.
 • Practice intentional thanksgiving through spoken praise and daily choices that honor Christ.

Keywords

Chosen, gratitude, thanksgiving, adoption, identity in Christ, purpose, community, God’s love, spiritual family

Challenge

Ask God to help you live as someone intentionally chosen by him, letting gratitude shape your words, actions, and relationships throughout the week.

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When faith is tested by pressure, pain, and spiritual opposition, God has not left you alone. In this message from 1 Peter 4 and 5, Pastor Chris explains how trials become the very places where God deepens your faith, strengthens your character, and teaches you to trust him. This episode helps you stand firm when life pushes back and challenges your walk with Christ. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18199675

Key Points:

PREPARE for the Pressure of Trials
 1 Peter 4:12-13
 Trials are normal for followers of Jesus. God uses them to refine your trust in him and shape you to reflect the character of Christ.

PRAISE Christ in the Pain
 1 Peter 4:14-16
 When your faith leads to misunderstanding or opposition, Scripture calls you blessed. Choosing praise keeps your attention on Christ instead of the weight of your circumstances.

PLACE Your Life in God’s Hands
 1 Peter 4:17-19
 God’s refining work begins with his own people. Trust him enough to continue doing what is right, even when the path is difficult or unclear.

POUR Out Your Cares before Him
 1 Peter 5:6-7
 God invites you to bring every burden to him. Casting your cares on the Lord is a humble act of faith, acknowledging his care and authority in your life.

PROTECT Your Heart against the Enemy and Persevere in Grace
 1 Peter 5:8-11
 You face real spiritual opposition. Stand alert, resist the enemy’s lies, and rely on God’s strength. He promises to restore, support, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered for a little while.

Personal Stories
 Pastor Chris shares the true account of Alexander Selkirk, the sailor stranded alone for four years. His greatest battle was not the environment but the discouragement within him. What seemed like a breaking season became a shaping season, illustrating how God builds perseverance in times of pressure and spiritual struggle.

Quotes
 Sometimes it feels like you are getting buried when really you are getting planted.
 It glorifies the Lord when you worship and serve him when it is not convenient, not comfortable, and not easy.

Takeaways:

Reflect on where your faith feels tested and ask God to strengthen you in that place.
 Respond to one difficult situation this week with trust and praise rather than frustration.
 Take time to pour out specific cares before the Lord instead of carrying them alone.
 Encourage someone facing pressure or opposition so neither of you stand alone.

Scripture
 1 Peter 4 and 5, Romans 8, Philippians 3, Daniel 3, Psalm 119, 1 John 1 and 3.

Keywords:
 faith, trials, opposition, perseverance, spiritual battle, endurance, Christian life, trust, hope, suffering

Challenge:
 Ask the Lord to help you persevere in faith through trials and opposition and stand firm in his grace this week.

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You don’t need a title or a platform to lead well. In this episode, Pastor Chris walks through 1 Peter 3 and 5 to show how every believer can lead with courage, conviction, and quiet strength. You’ll hear practical encouragement on pursuing peace, standing firm without fear, giving the reason for your hope with gentleness, and living out humble leadership in everyday life. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18159510

Key Points:
 • Anyone can pursue peace and do what is right, even when facing pushback.
 • You can stand firm in your faith and refuse to let fear silence your witness.
 • Every believer can be ready to explain their hope in Christ with gentleness and respect.
 • Humble, integrity filled leadership is something God grows in anyone who is willing.

Notable Quotes:
 • Sometimes your most effective leadership shows when things are hard.
 • Do not let fear silence your faith.
 • Share the reason for your hope with gentleness and respect.

Personal Stories:
 • A Hardee’s job where a manager disliked Chris becomes a lesson in perseverance and peacemaking.
 • Listening to John Maxwell in the garage during late night work projects shaped his leadership journey.

Actionable Takeaways:
 • Identify one strained relationship and take a step toward peace.
 • Prepare a short testimony and a couple of questions for spiritual conversations.
 • Pray for courage to speak for Christ this week.

Scripture References:
 1 Peter 3:8-18
 Psalm 34:12-14
 John 14:6
 Colossians 4:6
 1 Peter 5:1-5
 Jude 23

Keywords:
 Christian leadership, courage, everyday discipleship, hope, evangelism, peacemaking, humility, 1 Peter

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Life isn’t always fair, but how we respond reveals where our faith really stands. In this message from 1 Peter, Pastor Chris Teien shows how believers can honor God even when treated unjustly. Discover how to live with grace, honor, and blessing so your life reflects Jesus in every relationship—at home, at work, and in the world. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18120185

Key Points:

1. Win by respecting authority. 1 Peter 2:13–17. Submit for the Lord’s sake, do good, and let honorable conduct silence critics. See also Romans 13:1–2 and 1 Timothy 2:1–2.
2. Win by serving at home. 1 Peter 3:1–7. A Christlike spirit at home speaks louder than words, and husbands honor their wives so prayers are not hindered.
3. Win by blessing others. 1 Peter 3:8–9. Refuse payback, return insults with blessing, pursue unity, compassion, and humility.
4. When government commands what God forbids, obey God. Acts 5:29. Live peaceably yet faithfully, letting your light shine (Matthew 5:16).

Personal Story from Pastor Chris:
A ninth-grade push into the gymnastics team just to pass typing class became a lifelong lesson in what real winning looks like. Even when you don’t get the medal, you can still win by showing character, kindness, and encouragement.

Notable Quotes:
• Would you rather be a loser in the world’s eyes and a winner in God’s eyes?
• We are freed from sin, not freed to sin.
• Let your good deeds shine so people praise your Father in heaven.

Actionable Takeaways:
• Where am I more concerned with winning approval than pleasing Christ.
• Practice visible honor. Speak respectfully about leaders and disagree without contempt this week.
• Choose one difficult relationship and bless that person intentionally. Pray for them daily.
• At home, express genuine appreciation to your spouse through a specific word of honor and a simple act of service based on 1 Peter 3:1–7.

Scripture References:
1 Peter 2:13–17; 3:1–9. Romans 13:1–2. Acts 5:29. 1 Timothy 2:1–2. Matthew 5:16.

Keywords:
1 Peter, faith under pressure, honoring authority, marriage, blessing others, discipleship, holiness, gospel credibility, grace in hardship, Rockwell Church

Challenge:
Ask Jesus to help you win His way this week by responding with grace when life feels unfair. Honor authority, serve humbly, bless those who wrong you, and let your life point others to Him.

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In this timeless message Dr. Ken Castor unpacks Matthew 5:8 and shows how to stay focused on God in a noisy and distracted world. He reminds us that the blessed life is not found in comfort or possessions but in a heart fully devoted to Jesus. When we seek God above everything else, He purifies our hearts and helps us see Him clearly in every part of life. (Recorded 11.10.19)

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18111930

Key Points:

1. The Cost of a Blessed Life – True blessing is not about ease or success but surrender. The Beatitudes invite us to humility, dependence, and obedience that lead to real fulfillment. Matthew 5:3–12.
2. The Distractions of the Heart – Many of us have what Ken calls spiritual ADD, constantly pulled away by comfort, entertainment, or busyness. Purity begins by naming and removing those distractions. Hebrews 12:1–2.
3. Focus on What Is Pure – Philippians 4:8 calls us to fix our thoughts on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. The more we focus on Jesus, the more our hearts are centered on Him.
4. Pursue God, Not Blessing – The pure in heart do not chase after blessings. They seek God Himself. When we make Him our focus, we discover joy, peace, and purpose. Matthew 6:33, Mark 10:46–52.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
 Ken shares practical and humorous moments such as stepping on a dog toy in the dark and finding muddy pawprints in his car. These everyday distractions become reminders that purity is not perfection but a heart continually refocused on Jesus.

Notable Quotes:
 "People think they want to be blessed until they realize how much a blessed life costs."
 "We have an attention deficit of the heart."
 "Do not pursue blessing. Pursue God, and you will be blessed."

Actionable Takeaways:
 Heart-level reflection: Ask God to reveal what distracts you from wholehearted devotion to Him.
 Daily-life application: Choose one distraction to set aside this week and replace it with prayer, Scripture, or quiet reflection.
 Spiritual step: Pray Psalm 51:10 each day and ask God to renew your heart.
 Practical next step: Meditate daily on Philippians 4:8 and Hebrews 12:1–2 to refocus your thoughts on what honors God.

Scripture References:
 Matthew 5:3–12; Philippians 4:8; Hebrews 12:1–2; Psalm 51:10; Matthew 6:33; Mark 10:46–52; James 4:8.

Keywords:
 pure heart, Beatitudes, focus, distraction, holiness, grace, surrender, blessing, spiritual growth, seeing God.

Challenge:
 Set aside one major distraction this week. Ask Jesus to give you a clear and undivided heart so you can see God at work in your everyday life.

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You are not just part of God’s story, you have a place and a purpose in it. From 1 Peter 2:4-12, Pastor Chris Teien explores how believers are called to build their lives on Christ the cornerstone, live out their identity as God’s chosen people, and show his greatness to the world. Discover how to stand firm on the foundation of Jesus and live sent with confidence and grace.

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/18076734

Key Points:

1. Build your life on Christ, the sure foundation. (vv. 4–6)
    Everything lasting begins with Jesus. Other foundations tilt and fail, but Christ remains firm.
2. Know who you are as God’s chosen people. (vv. 7–10)
    In Christ, those once rejected are now chosen, holy, and sent to represent God to the world.
3. Live as one sent to show God’s greatness. (vv. 11–12)
    As God’s people in a watching world, live with purity, integrity, and purpose so others see his goodness in you.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
 From crooked fence posts to a tilted lakeside house, Pastor Chris shares real-life examples of what happens when the foundation fails—and how Jesus alone can hold up your life straight and strong.

Notable Quotes:
 • Jesus is the perfect cornerstone you can build your life upon.
 • You are living stones, chosen and sent to reflect God’s glory.
 • Who are you trying to please? Live for the audience of One.

Takeaways:
 • Ask where you’ve trusted sand instead of the Rock, and recommit your foundation to Christ.
 • Embrace your new identity as God’s chosen person—accepted, forgiven, and sent.
 • Let your daily conduct and words show others the greatness of God.
 • Look for one person this week to encourage or share your faith with.

Scripture References:
 1 Peter 2:4–12; Matthew 7:24–27; Acts 4:11–12; Ephesians 2:19–22

Keywords:
 1 Peter 2, cornerstone, living stones, chosen people, royal priesthood, spiritual house, holiness, identity in Christ, mission, Well Faith, Rockwell Church

Challenge:
 Pray, “Jesus, be the cornerstone of my choices today, and help me live as one sent to show your greatness.”

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