Abundant Life Church Brookings

Pastor Joe takes time to explain the cup of iniquities. What is the difference between sin, transgression, and iniquity? How do these relate to the last days? There are many signs that we will see before the cup overflows, but today we focus on these three: lovers of self, lovers of money, and boastful and prideful spirits. Stick around to the end to hear the good news.

Perilous times are coming. Are you ready? As we look at the Bible, we see plenty of evidence of signs of the last days. How should we respond to these signs? With faith – not fear. Pastor Joe reminds us that we live in Goshen (which means to draw near) and not Egypt. Trouble is coming and now is the time to prepare. Grace teaches us how to live while we wait for Jesus to return.

In this message, Pastor Joe continues talking about the end times. Pastor Joe begins by reiterating that Holy Spirit transformation is the goal of this sermon series. Our focus is on Christ. Looking to Jesus and being transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Joe continues by talking about how the last days are a time of encouragement for believers despite the things that will come to pass. He then talks about some of the signs of the end and how the frequency of the signs shows us that the end is near. Pastor Joe closes the message with reminding us again that the goal is looking to Jesus and seeing Him despite all the signs of the end.

In this message, Pastor Joe outlines the main differences between the Rapture and the Second Coming. Pastor Joe begins by talking about how we are not the only generation to think we are in the last days. He also touches on how fear-based theology is bad theology because it distorts the gospel and makes God into something that He isn’t. Pastor Joe then proceeds to describe the differences between the Rapture and the Second Coming of Jesus. Pastor Joe then closes by talking about why it is important to know the difference between the Rapture and the Second Coming.

This sermon introduces the series: The End. The Bible repeatedly mentions the “end times”. Are we at the beginning of the end? Can anyone truly know when the end times are coming? What does the Bible say about the end times? Are we prepared for the end? What does it look like to be prepared for the end? These questions and more are discussed. Here are two things that we do know for sure: Any theology based in fear is bad theology and believing in Jesus makes you acceptable to God. This series will explore the end times in a way you may never have heard before.

In this week's message Pastor Joe talks about the sanctity of life. Pastor Joe begins with reminding us about forgiveness. He reminds us of what the blood of Jesus has done to our sins and the sins of the entire world. He finishes his introduction by stating that no matter who you are or what you've done, forgiveness is available for you. After touching on forgiveness, Pastor Joe dives into the issue of valuing life. He walks us through how an unborn child is a person in God's eyes, a product of God's creative work, and has a purpose from God. Pastor Joe also addresses some common arguments against valuing life. Lastly, Pastor Joe talks about the Christian's role in the issue by suggesting some practical things we can do.

Pastor Joe finishes up his mini-series on "The Living Word" at Pioneer Park. He answers the questions where, why, and how when it comes to reading the Bible.

Pastor Joe continues his teaching on the Living Word. Joe discusses the importance of a Biblical Worldview and then breaks down the who, what, and when of reading the Living Word.

Pastor Joe teaches about asking good questions, and how reframing our questions can greatly impact our faith. This message was shared at a special outdoor service at Abundant Life Church.

Pastor Sam continues on the subject of rest with a practical approach of how we can walk in rest throughout our days.

Pastor Sam reveals the foundation for the believer's rest today. What is that foundation? The finished work of Jesus. He discusses the reality of how faith is a rest for the believer today. And out of the finished work of Jesus, He is still providing for us today.

This week, Pastor Joe wraps up the “What About” series with a special message. Before leaving for a short sabbatical to recharge his batteries, he reflects on the first sermon he ever preached at Abundant Life (then Morningside Community Church): Three Promises. “By the Grace of God... I will strengthen, encourage, and comfort you... by sharing the truth of the Gospel... and I will love you while doing it.” -Pastor Joe Ganahl

This week we discuss the Resurrection of Jesus in a continuation of last week's message about the Cross. Three things that are important for us to know about the Cross before we move onto the Resurrection: Jesus has Risen, Jesus was the one in control over death, and if Christ has not been raised from the dead your faith is worthless. From the Cross we step into the Resurrection, and we discover why it is so important. The Resurrection is the divine receipt that forgiveness is ours; and not only that, but it is the basis for our peace. So, what turns fear into joy? The finished work of Jesus in both the Cross and the Resurrection. Knowing and believing Jesus died on the cross and is risen is not only proof your sins are gone, but it brings peace, security, safety, and prosperity.

Happy Easter! Before we can understand the resurrection, we go back and talk about what happened at the cross. First, we must acknowledge that Jesus truly died on the cross. Then, we can start to discover what He did there. Through his death, we were given an incredible inheritance. The cross was part of God’s unchanging plan to open the door for us to come back into His family. Secondly, we must acknowledge that what happened to Jesus at the cross happened to us too. We share in His death and His resurrection. Now, taking up our cross daily is remembering daily what happened on the cross and living in the freedom of our relationship with Him. This is an incredible message on an incredible day!

This week, Pastor Joe address 4 questions that many Christians have: 1) What is the difference between mercy and grace? 2) What is the biblical definition of faith? 3) Does sin hinder prayers? 4) Why aren’t I healed? "Lots of Stuff" preached by Pastor Joe Ganahl on 4/10/2022 at Abundant Life Church.

To build on the lesson about baptisms, Pastor Joe goes into more detail about the third baptism – baptism by Jesus into the Holy Spirit.We have an enemy, and God has supplied us with appropriate weapons. Pastor Joe breaks down biblical evidence for praying in the Spirit as well as three purposes for praying in tongues: personal, the church, and unbelievers.

This week, Pastor Joe discusses some of the traditions surrounding baptisms and brings our attention to what scripture says about the topic. He breaks down three different types of baptisms: 1. Family Baptism – baptism by the Holy Spirit into the body of Christ 2. Water Baptism – baptism by a pastor/leader into water in the name of Jesus 3. Spirit Baptisms – baptism by Jesus into the Holy Spirit

How do you move from complacency to contentment?

Pastor Haley and Elaine take the stage and talk about all things youth. They explain the characteristics of Gen Z, walk through their journeys into youth ministry, and cast a vision for Abundant Life’s youth ministry going forward!