Chris Teien

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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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 long as He gives me breath, I do not want to miss opportunities to make Him known. Psalm 71:15 says, “My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long—though…

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 your way into work, or in a quiet moment during a difficult season. You ask yourself, “Will I look back and be satisfied with how I lived for Jesus?” You’re not alone in that question.…

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, single, or widowed, Scripture calls every believer to uphold and support marriage as part of a life of worship, generosity, and trust in God. A strong, Christ-centered marriage not only blesses the couple but becomes…

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 good weather outdoors (55%), getting extra sleep (54%), meeting up with friends (50%), avoiding rain (43%), and watching sports (42%). Only 11% say they would never skip church for any of those reasons. Attendance habits…

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 up, and when the noise of the world becomes too loud to think straight. Sometimes it’s personal grief. Sometimes it’s pressure. Sometimes we just feel stuck, weary, or spiritually dry. In those times, we can…

Living a Life of Worship: Choosing What Matters Most

What kind of life do you want to live? It’s a question we don’t ask often enough—but one we must. At the end of our lives, will we look back with joy and satisfaction, knowing we lived on purpose, or will we feel the sting of regret, realizing we never truly lived as worshipers of God? A life well lived is not about collecting the most stuff, earning the highest…

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Who Is Shaping Your Life? – Well Faith with Chris Teien

Who is shaping your life? Every day we are influenced by family, friends, coworkers, social media, entertainment, and countless other voices competing for our attention. In this message from Proverbs 1 and Proverbs 4, Pastor Chris Teien explores how wise influences help us grow in faith while harmful influences can quietly lead us away from God's best. Discover how Scripture calls believers to listen to godly voices, avoid destructive paths, and become positive influences in the lives of others. Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/19356952Key Points:1. Listen to Wise Voices (Proverbs 1:8-9; Proverbs 12:15; Proverbs 13:20) Wise people remain teachable and seek counsel from God, His Word, and faithful believers who can help guide them in the right direction.2. Learn from Faithful Examples (Romans 15:4) God has given us biblical examples and the testimonies of faithful Christians throughout history to encourage us, instruct us, and strengthen our faith.3. Avoid Harmful Influences (Proverbs 1:10-19; 1 Corinthians 15:33) Sin often presents itself as acceptance, success, opportunity, or belonging. Followers of Christ must be careful about the influences they allow into their lives.4. Choose the Right Path (Proverbs 4:14-27) The path of righteousness grows brighter with time, while the path of wickedness leads to darkness and destruction. Our choices reveal which path we are following.Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:Pastor Chris shared lessons from reading Christian biographies and the lives of missionaries and preachers who demonstrated both faithfulness and human weakness.He reflected on how older generations trusted God through difficult seasons and passed on wisdom that continues to encourage believers today.He also used practical illustrations from everyday life, including observations about how dogs learn behaviors from one another, to show the power of influence.Notable Quotes:"Everybody that's a leader has been influenced by somebody.""Walk with the wise and become wise.""Sin always promises more than it delivers.""Who are you learning from, and who are you teaching?"Actionable Takeaways:Evaluate the voices influencing your values, decisions, and priorities.Spend more time listening to God's Word and godly counsel.Avoid influences that encourage compromise or disobedience.Become a positive influence by sharing your faith, wisdom, and experiences with others.Scripture References:Proverbs 1:8-19; Proverbs 4:14-27; Romans 15:4; Proverbs 12:15; Proverbs 13:20; 1 Corinthians 15:33.Keywords:Proverbs, wisdom, influence, Christian leadership, discipleship, spiritual growth, godly counsel, Christian living, biblical wisdom, faith.Challenge:Evaluate the influences in your life. Identify one godly voice you need to listen to more closely and one harmful influence you need to limit or remove. Ask God to help you walk in wisdom and become a positive influence in the life of someone else.26.0614de More sermons and resources at ChrisTeien.com, Well.faith and Rockwell.church