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Series: Rhythms

07/25/10 | Tim Schaaf

Story

Series: Rhythms

07/18/10 | Tim Schaaf

Everyone loves a good story, maybe that's because God is the Ultimate story teller and His story helps take all our stories and bring them toward redemption. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Stephen's defense in Acts 7, and how re-telling a story is the most practical and helpful last words he could have spoken.

Celebrate

Series: Rhythms

Guest speaker, Richard MacKenzie looks at the life of Jesus and how He is worth celebrating.

Bless

Series: Rhythms

There are things everyone in every culture does ... including "blessing" others. In this sermon, preached on the 4th of July, Pastor Tim looks at the topic of blessing and how the prayer "God Bless Me" or "God Bless America" misses a few important ideas.

The Parable of the Persistent Widow

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

06/27/10 | Tim Schaaf

Most people know that they should pray ... the problem is that we lose heart quickly. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at prayer to help give us ways to motivate our hearts so that we can pray always.

The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

06/20/10 | Tim Schaaf

On Father's Day, forgiveness is an issue many people will have to deal with. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at a classic parable for help on both how to forgive and how to live as Gospel-Centered men.

Watch Out For The Look

06/13/10 | Ho Lee

Guest Speaker, Pastor Ho Lee from Kent, WA

The Parable of the Great Banquet

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

06/06/10 | Tim Schaaf

COEXIST?

Series: Refuge

Sometimes it seems that every faith and philosophy pretty much says the same thing. Is that true? This month's REFUGE will look at the distinctions, strengths and weaknesses of the main world religions and see how the teachings of Jesus stack up in comparison.

The Parable of the Tenants

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

What role does "AUTHORITY" have in our lives? In this parable, Jesus helps us see who is really in charge and how we can really be free.

The Parable of the Talents

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

05/23/10 | Tim Schaaf

This old parable isn't about money or about what we do well ... its about continuing the business of Jesus here on earth. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the Parable of the Talents and helps us connect to Pentecost.

The Parable of the Rich Fool

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

05/16/10 | Tim Schaaf

Greed can sneak up on you without us noticing. In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at greed and how Jesus wants to set us free so that we can see the Big Picture of life.

The Parables of the Lost Ones

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

05/09/10 | Tim Schaaf

There are two ways to be distant from God and one way to return. For both the very bad and the very good, Jesus offers forgiveness, because Lost People Matter to God.

The Parables of the Mustard Seed & Leaven

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

05/02/10 | Tim Schaaf

How can we know God's power is real? In life and in faith, there is a big difference between the unexplainable and the undeniable. In this sermon Pastor Tim helps us see that at times the power of God works in undeniable ways, even when we can't explain the details.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

04/25/10 | Tim Schaaf

Being an authentic follower of Jesus is very different than being religious. In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the parable of the Good Samaritan, showing that this familiar story is about the limitations of religion and how Jesus pushed through human tradition to help people Love God and Love their Neighbors.

What Can Wealth Do - The Parable of the Shrewd Manager

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

04/18/10 | Tim Schaaf

To a world that thinks money is real and that God is helpful, Jesus tells an odd story that helps us see that money is just helpful and that God is truly real.

The Parable of the Sower

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

04/11/10 | Tim Schaaf

Life comes by the Word of God, so be careful how you listen. In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the Parable of the Sower and gives us four ways we can be better listeners to the Word of God.

Easter 2010

Series: Windows Into The Heart of God

04/04/10 | Tim Schaaf

If Jesus would die, rise and reign in love to make you His treasure ... would you make Him yours?

Palm Sunday 2010

Series: LeaderSHIFT

03/28/10 | Tim Schaaf

Hosanna, the cry of Palm Sunday, means "Save Us Now." This Palm Sunday, as we conclude LeaderSHIFT, lets ask ourselves how we can bring the Gospel to the Lost and Hurting in our world.

Why We Need To Get It Right

Series: LeaderSHIFT

03/21/10 | Tim Schaaf

Hard work is only worthwhile if the goal is worthy. So what is the goal of LeaderSHIFT? Why should we align the church around a common mission using spiritual gifts, equipping and better strategy? At stake is our ability to glorify God in the name of Jesus. That's worth it!

An Equipping Culture

Series: LeaderSHIFT

No audio available for this sermon.

God's Plan for His Church

Series: LeaderSHIFT

02/28/10 | Tim Schaaf

The Bible gives us a record of Jesus as a Spirit-Filled, Spirit-Sent man. In this sermon Pastor Tim helps us to see how the church can also be Spirit-Filled and Spirit-Sent. In fact, we must be spirit-filled because the local church is the hope of the world.

Love Is Washing Feet

Series: LeaderSHIFT

02/21/10 | Tim Schaaf

What does it mean for a follower of Jesus to really love the world? In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at Jesus washing the disciple's feet and helps us see that "love is washing feet."

Serve (2010)

Series: Change, Grow, Serve 2010

02/14/10 | Tim Schaaf

When we serve, who do we make famous? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at how our acts of service actually glorify God.

Grow

Series: Change, Grow, Serve 2010

The same Gospel that saved us is the same Gospel that grows us (Sanctifies us). In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at Galatians 5 and how we grow through grace, not works ... though works are indispensable helps.

Tiempo De Cambiar

01/31/10 | Tim Schaaf

On Sunday, 1/31/10 Pastor Tim was invited to speak at Los Mejor del Trigo, a Spanish speaking congregation in Kent Washington. The following is his sermon "Change!?!" preached that morning at CGS, translated into Spanish.

Change!?!

Series: Change, Grow, Serve 2010

01/31/10 | Tim Schaaf

The Gospel changes everything ... and can change anyone. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at three very different people and how they are transformed by the Gospel of Jesus.

Generosity and Growth

Series: The Generosity Series

01/24/10 | Tim Schaaf

How do the principles of sowing and reaping come into play with our giving? In this sermon, Pastor Tim helps us see how giving opens the door to spiritual growth in our lives.

Generosity vs Idolatry

Series: The Generosity Series

01/17/10 | Tim Schaaf

How far does the generosity of God extend? Where we find ourselves putting a cork in God's grace, we've often discovered an idol of our own hearts. In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at generosity and idolatry, discussing his own struggles in reaching out to human traffickers and how that reveals much about the Gospel.

God is Generous

Series: The Generosity Series

Churches often shy away from talking about money, but perhaps this is to the detriment of people's spiritual growth. In the first sermon in this four-week series Pastor Tim looks at the topic of generosity by looking at God's generosity to us.

How Will They Hear?

As 2010 begins, Pastor Tim gives a challenge to be on mission with Jesus.

When Christmas Makes You Flee

12/27/09 | Tim Schaaf

Some parts of the Christmas Story don't get turned into cards or carols ... like the slaughter of the young boys in Bethlehem. Yet it is these dark stories that help us know that Jesus can meet us in our own dark times. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Matthew 2:13-23 and how Jesus will be there even in the worst of times.

Christmas Eve 2009

12/24/09 | Tim Schaaf

Does "fear" have a role in the Christmas story? In this sermon on Luke 2, Pastor Tim looks at the shepherd's first reaction to the angels and explains why this is a necessary reaction for us all.

God With Us

12/20/09 | Tim Schaaf

Jesus came to be Immanuel, God With Us. What does that mean? How does that help us understand the meaning of Christmas? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at a few ways the idea of "God With Us" can change our day-to-day lives.

Worship Like the Wise Men

12/13/09 | Richard McKenzie

The real meaning of Christmas (not to mention the real message of Christ) often gets lost in the cultural idolatry that surrounds our celebration of Christmas. In his debut sermon, "Mac" helps us see how we can worship like the wise men.

Is Your Life a Gift?

12/06/09 | Tim Schaaf

Most people only tap into 10% of their potential. This sermon is to help us live life to its fullest because in Christ we can see life as a gift from God.

Formed and reFormed by Discipline

Series: Formed & reFormed

Church Discipline is one of the least talked about and most needed pratices today. As one of the three marks of a true church, it seperates a "church" from a mere "religious organization."

Formed and reFormed by the Holy Spirit

Series: Formed & reFormed

11/22/09 | Tim Schaaf

What is the ministry of the Holy Spirit and how should followers of Jesus pursue Him? In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the Spirit and what a relationship with Him looks like.

Formed and reFormed by Jesus

Series: Formed & reFormed

11/15/09 | Tim Schaaf

What did Jesus accomplish on the cross? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Jesus' atoning sacrifice and how He paid our debt.

Formed and reFormed as Missional Citizens

Series: Formed & reFormed

11/08/09 | Tim Schaaf

How does our faith in Jesus change the way we look at role as citizens? How does the passage of recent bills like R-71 impact our mission and citizenship? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the role of a believer amidst a changing, increasingly hostile culture.

Reformed and Missional

11/06/09 | Wes Grandberg-Michaelson

What does it mean for a main-line, stuck-in-the-mud group of churches to be fully engaged in God's mission? In this talk, Wes Grandberg-Michaelson, the General Secretary of the RCA talks about specific changes that must happen if we are to be found faithful.

Formed and reFormed by the Church

Series: Formed & reFormed

11/01/09 | Tim Schaaf

What is the church's authority? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the ways the church has abused its power and ways we can better understand our place in God's plan.

Formed and reFormed in the Kingdom of God

Series: Formed & reFormed

10/25/09 | Tim Schaaf

If we consider the Gospel of Grace as our personal trainer, how are we doing? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Titus 2:11-14 and considers how grace can make us change.

Formed and reFormed by Gospel Community

Series: Formed & reFormed

10/18/09 | Tim Schaaf

Is the church a group of individual, self-contained people, or is it an organic unity that grows together? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Titus 2 and how as we stand together we can answer each other's most basic questions, and point one another towards Jesus.

The Judgemental Spirit of the Church Makes Us Irrelevant to the World

10/11/09 | Thomas Lumba

Through the book of John we see Jesus reach out to broken people ... but this is always in the context of judgment and condemnation from the people around him. In this sermon, missionary Thomas Lumba looks at judgmentalism and how we can grow in grace. For more information on Thomas Lumba, FAM-Care and ZACTS, check out www.innetwork.org

Formed and reFormed from Sin

Series: Formed & reFormed

10/04/09 | Tim Schaaf

Is sin somethign we do or is it more? In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the reality of sin so that we can better understand the reality of grace.

Formed and reFormed by Doctrine

Series: Formed & reFormed

09/27/09 | Tim Schaaf

Does it matter what we believe, as long as we love Jesus? These days its not popular to have doctrinal statements and strong theological convictions. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Paul's charge to Titus and shows that good theology is important.

Formed and reFormed by Godly Leaders

Series: Formed & reFormed

09/20/09 | Tim Schaaf

Integrity is essential, especially for leaders. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at ways integrity can be developed.

Formed & reFormed by Knowing God

Series: Formed & reFormed

09/13/09 | Tim Schaaf

AW Tozer said "what comes to our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." In this sermon, the first in a new series, Pastor Tim looks at who God is and how we can know Him.

The Work of Your Hands

Series: Film & Theology 2009

09/06/09 | Tim Schaaf

Do you have a career or a calling? In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at our day-to-day jobs and how we can make the most out of God's calling and His presence in our lives. (Distractions in the sermon due to a steady downpour of rain inside the building.)

When Sinners Say "I Do"

Series: Film & Theology 2009

08/23/09 | Tim Schaaf

Marriages are built on great promises, high hopes and eternal vows...but there are two problems every marriage must face: the husband and the wife! Both are sinners and both need Jesus. In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at how we can make sure we base our marriages on the Gospel instead of the Law.

Big Fish: Knowing Your Father's Heart

Series: Film & Theology 2009

08/09/09 | Tim Schaaf

The Bible makes outrageous claims about our relationship with God. How can we know if these claims are true, or just "big fish" tales? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the Bible's claims and a few ways we can know they are true.

Do Not Be Afraid

Series: Film & Theology 2009

08/02/09 | Tim Schaaf

What are you afraid of...are are you too scared to admit you're afraid? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Joshua 1:1-9 and the subject of fear. Instead of simply telling you to "STOP IT", he looks to God's prescription to Joshua, seeing how fear can only be outgrown by the seed planted in the Word of God.

Gran Torino – Can We Change?

Series: Film & Theology 2009

07/26/09 | Tim Schaaf

What does a racist old man, a classic car and an Asian street gang have to do with the Gospel? In this sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the film Gran Torino through the lens of Galatians 2:11-14.

America's Got Judgment

Series: Film & Theology 2009

07/19/09 | Tim Schaaf

We all know Jesus' words 'Judge Not." Are we less judgmental? Why do we judge so harshly? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the video of Susan Boyle and Matthew 7 and shows how the Gospel can destroy judgmentalism.

The Iron Giant: Identity, Sacrifice and You

Series: Film & Theology 2009

07/12/09 | Tim Schaaf

Why does Jesus' teaching about identity (both his and ours) always seem to be tied to the concept of sacrifice? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at how we can all take up our crosses, and find our true selves.

Our American Exile

07/05/09 | Tim Schaaf

Its the 4th of July weekend ... how should followers of Jesus relate to our nation?

STARDUST: What Would You Do To Be Loved?

Series: Film & Theology 2009

06/28/09 | Tim Schaaf

In the first "Film and Theology" sermon, Pastor Tim looks at the film Stardust and asks what most of us go through to be loved.

Redefining Entertainment for the Glory of God

Series: Film & Theology 2009

06/21/09 | James Harelman

Why would a church sponsor movie nights? When a follower of Jesus turns on the TV or watches a movie, what questions should he or she be asking? In the kick off of our Film & Theology series, Pastor James Harleman from Mars Hill Church, Seattle, shows us how Christ engages culture

Mission Trip to Lynnwood

06/14/09 | Tim Schaaf

Do we know more about the Gospel than we apply? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at how we can move into living out the Whole Gospel.

The Power of Words

06/07/09 | Don Brandt

Don Brandt, CGS's pastor of Senior Ministries, shares God's Word this week.

Confession

Series: So...What Now?

05/31/09 | Tim Schaaf

Is "confession" something only Roman Catholics do? What role does it have in our faith today, and how is it connected to revival?

What Is Your Strong Support?

Series: So...What Now?

05/24/09 | Tim Schaaf

What do we rely upon? For many, the answer to this question will reveal the hidden idolatries of our hearts.

"Every"?

Series: So...What Now?

05/10/09 | Tim Schaaf

The Bible teaches that God can work powerfully today, to heal and save. Sometimes, however, even the most earnest prayers aren't answered. How are we to understand this? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the difficult question of unanswered prayer in a way that will hopefully build your faith and increase your delight in God.

Beginning, Living and Winning by the Cross

Series: So...What Now?

04/26/09 | Tim Schaaf

What is the significance of baptism? Do the truths of baptism apply to other parts of life? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the cross of Jesus and how His gospel applies to baptism, life and victory in spiritual warfare.

From Fear to Faith

Series: So...What Now?

04/19/09 | Tim Schaaf

After a mountaintop experience of the Holy Spirit, how do we make sure we invite His power to be a part of our day-to-day lives and church ministry? In this message, Pastor Tim looks at Acts 2 and helps us learn how to build a spirit-filled community based on "the best news ever".

Courage, Doubt and The Resurrection (Easter 2009)

04/12/09 | Tim Schaaf

Easter 2009. Thomas is remembered as a man of great doubt, but is there more to his story than that? Why was it so important for him to know that Jesus was resurrected? Thomas already knew so much about the Lord...and if its true that Thomas needed to know about the resurrection, how does this crucial fact of history set our own faith free?

Maundy Thursday 2009 - A Beautiful Scandelous Night

04/09/09 | Tim Schaaf

Is the cross truly a "Scandal"? If so, can we say it is "Beautiful"? In this meditation, Pastor Tim looks at Isaiah 53 and the lyrics of the song "Beautiful Scandalous Night" to discuss the work of Jesus on the Cross.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit

04/05/09 | Tim Vink

Tim Vink, the director of Church Multiplication for the RCA, is the guest speaker. His sermon talks about the recovery of the Gospel and our need for the filling of the Holy Spirit.

Prayer, Healing and the Recovery of the Gospel

Series: Northwest Prayer & Healing Seminar 2009

04/04/09 | Tim Vink

The final session of the 2009 Northwest Prayer and Healing Conference.

Deliverance

Series: Northwest Prayer & Healing Seminar 2009

04/04/09 | Tim Vink

What is Deliverance ministry? In this session Tim Vink explores the 10 levels of demonic influence and discusses this Christ-centered ministry.

Obstacles to Healing (Saturday Morning Session)

Series: Northwest Prayer & Healing Seminar 2009

04/04/09 | Tim Vink

Following Jesus the Healer - Friday Night Session 2

Series: Northwest Prayer & Healing Seminar 2009

04/03/09 | Tim Vink

What was Jesus' healing ministry and how do those "every" words relate to today?

What Does it Mean to Be "SAVED"?

Series: Northwest Prayer & Healing Seminar 2009

04/03/09 | Tim Schaaf

In Acts 2 we see that the Lord added daily to their number those who were being saved. What does "saved" mean? In this short talk, Pastor Tim Schaaf looks at Luke 8 and three ways God's presence saves (sozo) us.

Not Demanding Signs But Seeing Power

03/29/09 | Tim Schaaf

As we look for and pray for revival, how much should we look for "signs and wonders"? If we are resolved to knowing nothing but Christ and Him crucified, isn't it a sign of sell-out if we look for healing and deliverance as well? In this sermon Pastor Tim lays a biblical foundation for God's miraculous intervention as an effect of the Cross, not as a substitution for it.

God’s Wrath and the Gospel

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

03/22/09 | Tim Schaaf

Does God hate? Is God angry? If so, how is this Good News? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the difficult doctrine of the wrath of God and helps us see the Gospel of Jesus.

Attitudes, Skills & God’s Great Victory (On Worldliness)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

03/15/09 | Tim Schaaf

What is the mark of the beast? Can we know what 666 means? in this sermon Pastor Tim looks at this age-old mystery and how it can help call us out of complacent worldliness.

Apocalyptic Christmas (On Spiritual Warfare)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

03/08/09 | Tim Schaaf

What does Gospel-Centered spiritual warfare look like? In this sermon Pastor Tim takes away the hype and focuses on the cross.

Don't Waste Your Witness

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

03/01/09 | Tim Schaaf

How do we share our faith with others (or even with ourselves)? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the two witnesses of Revelation 11 and helps us learn how to hone our own witness.

Eat This Book

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

02/22/09 | Tim Schaaf

We all know that we *should* read the Bible, but it is difficult to find time...and once we've found the time sometimes we loose sight of the reason we are even reading it. In this sermon, Pastor Tim explores how we can internalize scripture so that our lives build into patterns of worship.

Towards Repentance

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

02/15/09 | Tim Schaaf

Why does God allow pain in our lives? This question haunts many and is impossible to avoid, especially as we read Revelation 8:6-9:21. In this sermon Pastor Tim Schaaf looks at the ways God allows pain and what His goals are in our lives.

Don't Waste Your Prayers (The Five Features of Unwasted Prayer)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

02/01/09 | Tim Schaaf

Prayer is difficult. We all want to pray more, but how do we actually build a life of prayer. In this sermon on Revelation 8:1-5, Pastor Tim Schaaf gives us Five Features of Unwasted Prayer.

Revelation 7 Who Can Stand

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

01/25/09 | Tim Schaaf

Who are the 144,000? How do we find assurance to stand in the middle of a world gone nuts? In this sermon we look at how we find grace in the washing and sealing work of Jesus.

Sanctity of Life Sunday, Abortion, the Horsemen and Hope

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

01/18/09 | Tim Schaaf

Who are the 4 horsemen of Apocalypse? How do it comfort suffering people to know about them? In this sermon Pastor Tim explores the problem of pain with special mention of Abortion as this sermon was preached on the Sanctity of Life Sunday. Audio files have been updated (1/29/09)

The Lamb & The Throne

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

01/11/09 | Tim Schaaf

What is the Scroll and Why is the Lamb slain? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the centrality of the cross and how Jesus death on our behalf sets us free and unlocks history.

Heaven's Throne

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

01/04/09 | Tim Schaaf

Beginning the New Year, Pastor Tim gives us a glimpse of what is happening in the Throne Room of Heaven.

Dreaming God's Dreams

12/28/08 | Tim Schaaf

As 2009 is about to begin, many of us will make new goals and resolutions. Lets make sure that our dreams are shaped by God's plan for the world.

The Child Who Was King

12/21/08 | Tim Schaaf

In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the Christmas story through the lens of God's covenant.

Serve

Series: 2008 Mission and Vision Series

12/14/08 | Tim Schaaf

Why should we live beyond ourselves and serve those around us? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Isaiah 58 and how true religion goes beyond religious actions and moves into social concern.

Grow

Series: 2008 Mission and Vision Series

12/07/08 | Tim Schaaf

How do Christians grow? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at how busyness and other factors can derail our growth in Christ.

Change

Series: 2008 Mission and Vision Series

11/30/08 | Tim Schaaf

The next three sermons will focus on CGS's mission statement. This week, Pastor Tim helps us see why it is loving and necessary to bring people to be CHANGED by the cross of Christ and gives four practical suggestions on how to do this.

The Habit of Thankfulness

11/23/08 | Tim Schaaf

For many, this will be a difficult Thanksgiving. Despite our circumstances, how can we develop a habit of thankfulness that will last the whole year?

The Letter to Sardis – Why We Need Revival

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

11/02/08 | Tim Schaaf

Are there Zombies in the Bible? Why do churches need revival? What do these questions have to do with each other? In this sermon Pastor Tim answers these questions and more. - Sermon Audio is found under the "NOTES" area this time. No clue how that happened!

Sex and the City - Thyatira

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

10/26/08 | Tim Schaaf

How can young, modern followers of Jesus (as well as older, seasoned Christians) deal with the issues of sex and sexuality in the midst of our sex-crazy culture.

The Sword and the Church Pergamum

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

10/19/08 | Tim Schaaf

How important is it to know the Bible? In this sermon, Pastor Tim shows how it can be the difference between life and death.

Suffering Brings Clarity (Or Why Christians Shouldn't Be Optimists)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

10/12/08 | Tim Schaaf

Pain is one of the brutal facts of life. Christianity is one of the only worldviews that gives people an honest way to look at pain, and a way to overcome. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at the ways pain can be used to bring clarity to our faith.

Recapturing Your First Love

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

10/05/08 | Tim Schaaf

In faith, life and marriage it is possible for love to grow cold and distant. Using examples from the movie Fireproof and a study of Revelation 2:1-7 Pastor Tim helps us learn how to regain our first love.

Have You Lost Your First Love? (The Letter to the Church in Ephesus)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

Falling in love and staying in love are two very different things. In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at how the Ephesian church stayed busy but loveless and how love can be regained.

Revealing Jesus

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

Why does it help to reveal Jesus to hurting people? In this look at Revelation 1, we see six ways Jesus is revealed and how He makes all the difference.

The View from the Top of History (1)

Series: The Book of Revelation - The View from the Top of History

In this first sermon on the Book of Revelation Pastor Tim Schaaf teaches us how seeing Jesus as the center becomes the key to unlocking this book's mysteries.

One on One Connections

In this look at Hebrews 10:19-25, Pastor Tim looks at ways our faith can become confused and how passionate spirituality can grow as we look at Jesus not just as our Sacrifice of Atonement, but also as our Peace Offering.

Unclean & Unashamed Part 3 - New Hearts

Series: Unclean & Unashamed

In this final sermon on Psalm 51, Pastor Tim looks at how God uses the gift of brokenness to show us our need for the Gospel. Special focus is on how the Holy Spirit fills God's repentant children.

Unclean & Unashamed Part 2 – The Freedom of Confession

Series: Unclean & Unashamed

In part two of our study of Psalm 51, Pastor Tim Schaaf looks at the power of confession and how this painful step can begin the healing process.

Unclean & Unashamed Part 1 - Sin is a Process of the Heart

Series: Unclean & Unashamed

Pastor Tim Schaaf begins a three week study on Psalm 51. This week he looks at the story of David and Bathsheba and how sin is not an event, but a process of the heart.

Why Is There Only One Way To Be Saved?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

Pastor Tim concludes the "WHY" series by looking at 1 John 4 and the exclusivity of Jesus.

Do Science And Christianity Conflict?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

In this study of Psalm 147, Pastor Tim asks whether we can give God praise for spiritual activities as well as natural laws and science (Audio Unavailable)

Is Christianity and American Religion?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

What do Faith, politics and patriotism have to do with each other? In this study of the book of Obadiah, Pastor Tim looks at how followers of Jesus should approach their civic duty. (Audio Unavailable)

Why Does God Send People to Hell?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

If God loves, why do people go to Hell? In this sermon on Luke 16 (the story of Lazarus and the Rich Man) Pastor Tim looks at God’s love, human choice and God’s justice.

Why Should We Trust the Bible?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

Why should we trust the Bible? Pastor Tim looks at historical reasons as well as personal / experiential ones.

Why is there Pain and Suffering if God is Good?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

How can a good, all powerful God allow suffering? In this sermon Pastor Tim looks at Job 2 and other passages to show that pain is not proof that God doesn't exist, but is a call to faith.

Why Is Christianity Outward Orientated?

Series: WHY? Answering the Big Questions of Faith

How to deal with the Problem of Proselytizing. Christians often get it wrong...but does that make or message false or let us off the hook? (no audio available)

FAITH AND FANTASY

06/01/08 | Tim Schaaf

Harry Potter, Prince Caspian, Role-Playing Games, World of Warcraft … and Jesus? How does fantasy fit into the life of a Christ-follower? In this sermon Pastor Tim Schaaf looks at the Bible, Fantasy and marks a path towards discernment.

Nucleation – The Chain Reaction Begins

Matthew 9 - Levi throws a party and gives a great way to connect Jesus to spiritual wanderers.

Joy in Giving

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians 3:10-23 - how does sacrificial giving fit in a life of faith, joy and grace?

Joy in Conflict

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians 4:2-10 How do we find joy and grace in conflict?

Joy in our Citizenship

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians 3:17-4:1 The Philippians lived in a Roman Colony and enjoyed many privileges because of that fact. Paul says that our citizenship is in heaven. If this is true, how will that change our lives?

Joy in Growth

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians 3:12-16 - How God's Plan is for everyone to move forward in spiritual and personal maturity

Joy in Grace

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

In tax season everyone is looking for a write-off. In this passage Paul looks at his spiritual balance and rethinks his assets.

Joy in Defending the Faith

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

In the middle of this "book of joy" there is a startling attack on false teachers. Why would joy lead us into a fight to defend the faith?

Joy In Mentoring

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians moves into an apparent tangent about Timothy and Epaphroditus. This shift is, in part, about passing the torch to the next generation.

Easter 2008 - The God of Second Chances

Easter 2008 - the God of the Second Chance. Does God give mulligans?

Palm Sunday 2008

Palm Sunday - What Sort of King Is Jesus?

Joy in Change

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

How do we change when politics and self-help books don't help? (no audio availible)

Joy in Jesus

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

A look at Philippians 2:6-11 and how our understanding of Jesus changes everything.

Joy in Humility (Part 2)

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

A look at humility - how we can have the same attitude as Jesus Christ

Joy in Humility (Part 1)

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Humility, a neglected virtue that's indispensable for our Christian lives.

Joy in the Fight

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Whatever comes through those doors, we'll survive if we stay together!

Joy in Death

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

As we continue in Philippians we find out how to have joy in death.

That Your Love May Abound

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

Philippians 1:1-11, why we should embrace community despite its flaws.

Opportunities, Joy and Challenges

Series: On The Way to Joy: A Study in Philippians

the first in our study of Philippians. This sermon looks at how the church in Philippi was planted.

The Gift of a King

Series: A Christmas Worth Waiting For

The final sermon in this series as we look at Isaiah in the light of Christmas

The Gift of a Child

Series: A Christmas Worth Waiting For

Continuing our Christmas Series on the book of Isaiah.

The Gift of Judgement

Series: A Christmas Worth Waiting For

The second series leading towards Christmas as we look at Isaiah 65 and how grace is found in the midst of punishment and pain.

The Gift of Redemption

Series: A Christmas Worth Waiting For

The first sermon in a four-week series leading towards Christmas.

When Spirituality Gets Passionate

A look at Passionate Spirituality and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Joy In All Circumstances

How can we have joy that can break through even in the worst circumstances

REbuild

Series: REALationships

How to forgive

REach: They Will Know We Are Christians By Our

Series: REALationships

What is keeping you from breaking through the glass ceiling towards joy, maturity and power?

REstore: When Your Finally Confront

Series: REALationships

There is a time in every relationship when we need to confront. Like a state trooper defending his daughter we have: a relationship, authority, tactics and results.

REbound

Series: REALationships

When to overlook an offense.

REady: Conflict Happens

Series: REALationships

The first sermon in an eight week series on relationships and conflict.

Our Iceberg is Melting

A look at a modern fable, the book of Philippians and change in a local congregation.