The Basis for Being Made Right

“Sin is powerful, but grace is more powerful.” Today, Derek Olsen teaches through Romans 5, and we can find reassurance through the truth that “while we were still sinners Christ died for us.” Because of God’s extreme grace and mercy we have the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Faith Brings Joy

In facing sufferings, God is still at work. Pastor Derek Olsen is teaching that our faith produces joy as we continue to walk and trust in Christ for the hope and future that awaits us.

Anatomy of Faith

This week we take a look at Romans 4 and learn what God’s Word says about the differences between being saved by works or faith. Using Abraham’s life as an example, we see that we are truly save by grace through faith in Jesus.

Righteousness Revealed

In this week’s message, Pastor Derek Olsen explains how we are made righteous through Christ walking us through terms like justification, redemption and atonement. In doing so, we learn how Jesus makes us right with God by taking our place and paying our penalty price.

Religion, What Is It Good For?

This week’s message from the book of Romans sheds light on the importance of an organized religion, but the greater importance of our faith in Christ.

Religion Can’t Save You

As Pastor Derek Olsen continues the Romans series, his teaching help us understand the differences between religion and a relationship with Jesus.

The Desire to Be Blessed

Pastor Derek Olsen continues the Connect series with this lesson on the desire to be blessed by giving us three truths to hold on to. These truths include we are deeply loved by God, completely accepted by Him, and God is blessed by our desire to know Him, our love for Him, and our delight in Him.

 

What Does the Bible Say About Morality?

In part 3 of the “Asking for a Friend,” series, Lead Pastor Derek Olsen explains Biblical morality, why it is important, what’s at the heart of it and how to live it out in our lives today. (Deuteronomy 12:8, Exodus 20, Mark 12:30-31, Romans 2:14-15)

ING: Belong

In part two of the ING series, Derek Olsen teaches on the importance of understanding what it means to Belong to the kingdom of God, and how this truth should affect how we live.

ING Series: Believe

Pastor Derek Olsen begins a new series for the new year and touches on the focus points from the mission of our church: Believe, Belong, Become. This week he teaches specifically on what it means to truly believe and follow Christ.