“Well Faith Wins” is an encouraging phrase that expresses the heart of what I want to share. It is simple, memorable, and positive. More than that, it points people back to Jesus. At the end of the day, this is not about clever marketing. It is about a truth I have seen again and again […]
A news story recently told of someone who won the Publishers Clearing House prize of $5,000 a week for life, only to later hear that the company had gone bankrupt. What once looked like a lifetime of financial security quickly disappeared. That story is a vivid reminder of how fragile earthly promises can be and […]
Grandparents have a special opportunity to encourage, equip and inspire their grandchildren to follow Jesus. In when I was little my dad got married and I stayed with my new step-mom’s parents. I was their first grandson (step grand-son) but they treated me like I was their own. They showed care for me and shared […]
One of the blessings of following Christ is knowing that the best is still to come. Life often gives us the hardest things first. We walk through seasons of loss, disappointment, and struggle. But God has a way of turning even those things into good. What feels like breaking ground can later bring a harvest […]
If you’ve ever assembled a team of volunteers to work on a church project, you know it can be both inspiring and incredibly challenging. And if that project involves selecting and installing playground equipment, the complexity grows quickly. What starts as a practical effort to create a space where kids can play while parents connect […]
Over the last three decades of serving as a pastor, I’ve come to understand that silence can sometimes feel safer than speaking up. When someone sets their course and locks in their agenda, even a well-meant caution or redirection can feel like opposition. Tensions often rise, not necessarily because of pride or rebellion, but because […]
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 […]
In July 1996, I stepped into full-time ministry—and what a journey it’s been! Over these 29 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving in four churches: three with Converge and one with the Christian and Missionary Alliance. I’m so thankful the Lord has allowed me this privilege and adventure. Each church, each season, and each […]
There’s a powerful but tragic figure in the New Testament that many people overlook. His name is Demas. At one point, he was part of the apostle Paul’s ministry team—mentioned alongside faithful men like Luke and Mark. In Philemon 24 and Colossians 4:14, he’s listed as a fellow worker, even sending greetings to the churches. […]
As Americans, we look forward to the Fourth of July each year. Fireworks, parades, family gatherings, and flag waving—all reminders that we are blessed to live in a nation where freedom is part of our identity. But for believers in Jesus, the holiday also gives us the opportunity to reflect on a far greater kind […]
After Sunday’s message from 3 John, I took a few extra minutes to talk about what’s happening in the world right now. With the recent U.S. bombing of Iran, the rising threat of global war, and increasing confusion all around us, people are asking: Are we living in the last days? The short answer is […]
When I first launched this site over 14 years ago, it was a place to share thoughts, links, and whatever seemed helpful at the time. A lot has changed since then—both online and in ministry. With new technologies, updated WordPress tools, and a clearer focus on Kingdom priorities, it’s time for a meaningful refresh. This […]
Follow the “Well Faith with Chris Teien” Message Podcast where Pastor Chris and guests share practical, Bible-based messages to equip and encourage people of all ages to connect to Christ the Rock and experience WELL Faith—Worshiping, Encouraging, Learning, and Loving. You’ll find recent messages from Rockwell Church as well as timeless archives from Chris’ past […]
What if your faith could feel more exciting, more alive, more purposeful? Have you ever looked around and thought, “I know a lot about the Bible… I’ve been a Christian for years… but something feels like it’s missing”? You’re not alone. Many believers go through seasons where their faith feels stagnant or routine. But there’s […]
Have you ever seen a tumbleweed roll across the road in front of your car? They look like dry, scraggly balls of brush just tumbling aimlessly, but there’s something surprisingly intentional about them: tumbleweeds spread seeds as they go. As they break off and roll through the wilderness, they scatter seeds far and wide. Some […]