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, […]
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 and active that shapes your heart, your thinking, and the direction of your life over time. Following Jesus is an […]
I have been doing a Winter Olympics themed message series this month, and not just because the games are coming up. The idea of training fits the Christian life really well. Long before anyone competes, there is preparation, correction, discipline, and a lot of unseen work. That is often where faith is shaped too. Hebrews […]
It was a good year for the “Well Faith with Chris Teien” sermon audio podcast. The 2025 Buzzsprout Recap Report shows over 14,000 downloads from all over the world (127 Countries) including nearby with 1,225 from Virginia, MN and 717 from Eveleth, MN. There were around 5,800 downloads/listens from 33 Replay Sermon episodes (from my […]
Christmas means so much more than a baby in a manger. Links to Watch and Listen to the Message at the Bottom of the Post It means more than decorations, gifts, family gatherings, good food, and familiar traditions. All of those things can be enjoyed, but they are not what give Christmas its lasting meaning. […]
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 […]
How to Make Full-Color Posters for Ministry Events (Updated 2025) I often get asked, “How did you do that?” from people at church and pastor friends when they see the posters we make for events and sermon series. So I thought I would share how I do it step by step for anyone who wants […]
Fixed: View Adobe Acrobat Thumbnails in File Explorer on Windows 11 (Updated 2025) If you open a folder of PDFs and only see blank icons instead of preview thumbnails, you’re not alone. This was a common frustration back in Windows 10 and still happens occasionally on Windows 11. Thankfully, Adobe has made this much easier […]
I was talking with my friend Dr. Ken Castor earlier this month and asked if I could reshare this timeless and helpful message with you that he gave at my church a few years ago. It’s about how the pure in heart are blessed when they overcome the distractions all around them to focus on […]
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It’s getting harder to find good Christian movies on Netflix. Many producers have moved their films to their own streaming platforms like PureFlix.com, which is understandable but also a little sad. Christian movies should be visible in public spaces like Netflix so that non-Christians can easily discover them, not just those who already subscribe to […]
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, […]
1 John 5:11–13 says, “And this is what God has testified: He has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life. I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of […]
From time to time, believers use the phrase “I’m not being fed” to describe their experience in a church. It is a familiar expression in many congregations, and at first it can sound reasonable and spiritual. But when we look closer, it usually points to something deeper. More often than not, it reflects a misunderstanding […]
“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 […]