Practical Resources and Real-Life Insights for Following Jesus
Hi, I’m Pastor Chris Teien. I’m glad you’re here. This website is a collection of practical resources, real-life insights, and Christian encouragement designed to help you follow Jesus and grow in your faith. Whether you’re searching for answers, exploring your faith, or seeking to deepen your relationship with Christ, I hope you’ll find something helpful here. Along the way, you’ll also find biblical teaching, ministry resources, and sermon audio to encourage and equip you as you seek to live out your faith each day.
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My Dog Refused to Bring the Ball Back Until I Showed Him This YouTube Video (True Story)
About 10 years ago, when our Australian Shepherd was less than a year old, he loved chasing tennis balls but refused to bring them back. He would run after the ball, pick it up, and…
Making an Effort to Live Out Psalm 71
Psalm 71 has been one of my favorite passages over the years in ministry because it keeps bringing me back to what really matters. I am called to keep telling what God has done. As…
What If God Used You to Help Transform Lives?
A personal relationship with Jesus is far more than keeping a list of rules or trying to stay on track spiritually. It is not about checking boxes or going through motions. It is something living…
How to Live Well Today
Live Well: Worship, Evangelize, Learn, and Love. A Call to Live Fully for Jesus Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Am I doing enough with my life?” Maybe it hits you during a walk, on…
Building a Marriage that Honors God
Marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts. It’s a covenant designed to reflect his love, grow our character, and bless future generations. Hebrews 13:4 says that marriage should be honored by all. Whether you’re married,…
Why Do People Skip Church? A New Study Reveals Surprising Reasons
A recent Lifeway Research study highlights the many reasons some U.S. Protestant churchgoers choose to skip Sunday worship—sometimes even regularly. While safety during severe weather is a top concern (77%), other common reasons include enjoying…
Recenter Your Life with Psalm 111
Reflections on How Praise Anchors Us in Hard Times Life has a way of pushing us off center. You know what I mean. There are seasons when things don’t go as planned, when losses pile…
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