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Easter 25 - The Loud Supper -Turning Grief to Joy

Join us for our Easter message inspired by The Chosen Season 5, "The Loud Supper," based on John 16:20: "Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy."
From Genesis to the Resurrection, God’s work has always been to transform our grieving into rejoicing. This message explores how Jesus, the Risen One, turns our deepest sorrows into joy.
Let's discover how the story of Easter and the promise of a new heaven and new earth assure us that one day, all grief will end, and there will be only rejoicing. Jesus, the Bread of Life, satisfies our hunger; the King of Kings wins our battles; and the Risen One brings light into every dark corner of our lives. Let us know in the comments how God has turned your grief into joy. 🙏
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How Does Jesus as King Challenge You Today?

It's Palm Sunday!
Let's take a look at The Chosen Season 5’s Last Supper, to help us explore Jesus’ triumphal entry on Palm Sunday (John 12:12-19).
We know Israel longed for a strong king (1 Samuel 8, but every ruler left them wanting—except one. Jesus, the humble King on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9). It is Jesus we know who wins our deepest battles through sacrifice, not swords. Though His actions crushed expectations, He reigns as King of Kings.
Keep your eyes on Him, pray “Hosanna!” daily, and rejoice in worship of the true King.
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Why would Judas give Jesus away?

The Least Supper: Judas’ Betrayal and the Bread of Life
We’re diving in The Chosen Season 5’s powerful portrayal of the Last Supper, where Jesus reveals a betrayer among His disciples. “Very truly I tell you, one of you is going to betray me” (John 13:21).
That betrayer? Judas. But why would he do it? Why would Judas give Jesus away?
This week we explore the gripping moment from John 13:21-30, where Jesus dips the bread and hands it to Judas, signaling the betrayal that would lead to His crucifixion. We’ll connect this to John 6—Jesus feeding the 5,000 and declaring Himself the Bread of Life—and uncover the deeper hunger Judas chased: the bread of this world. From the miracle of the loaves and fish to the grumbling crowd who turned away we’ll see a bridge to Exodus 16 and Israel’s wilderness hunger.
Judas wanted more than eternal life—he wanted the "stuff" of this world. His story ends in remorse, a haunting reminder of what happens when we chase fleeting bread over the One who satisfies forever.
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Are You Bearing Fruit?

This week let's dive into what it truly means to live as a follower of Jesus.
It’s not just about what we say—it’s about the fruit we bear.
We will explore how our lives reflect either the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control) or the fruit of the flesh (selfishness, frustration, anxiety, impatience, and more).
Jesus didn’t call us to polish our flaws but to crucify them and remain connected to Him—the true Vine. So, how pleased is God with the quality and quantity of your fruit? It's about shifting your focus from production to connection through prayer, worship, reading God’s Word, obedience, and Christ-centered community but most of all walking with Him.
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Expereince Jesus - Fasting and Feasting - a Lent Practice

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Mornings with Mark Zimmerman and Burchon English to unpack the connection to Lenten practices beginning with Matthew 6:16-17 and fasting and leading to David's cry in Psalm 63:1-5.
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Is your Faith a Contract?

Is your faith a contract or a covenant?
We often treat God transactionally: "If I do X, God does Y." But the Bible shows a relational faith, loving God for who He is, not just what He does. From the Israelites to Jonah, Martha, and others, we see the struggle when God doesn't meet our expectations. Are we missing God's heart by focusing on what we get, instead of who He is? How can we truly "seek first [God’s] kingdom" (Matthew 6:33)?
Let's explore shifting our focus from what we gain to who God is, cultivating genuine love and trust, even when His ways differ from ours.
Join us to discover the difference between a contract and covenant faith.
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Heartfelt Mornings - Religion in America

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Mornings with Mark Zimmerman and Burchon English to unpack a new Pew Research Center report on Religious Landscapes. March 18, 2025.  It was also Burchon's Birthday!

Is God Really First?

Do you ever wonder if your faith is truly impacting your life?
Do you say God's first, but live like something else is?
We're talking about having a "divided heart" – where your words and actions don't match. We'll look at how anything can become an "idol" if it comes before God. It's not just statues; it's anything you put first.
We'll also talk about God's "jealousy" – which is about Him wanting a close relationship with you. How can you tell if something is an idol in your life? We'll answer that too! It's not enough to just stop doing something; you have to replace it with God.
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