Distracting Weeds
I’m trying to stay focused and productive today, but I keep coming back to the thought that I really want to go outside and mow over all the dandelions in my yard with the riding mower. This is the first…
Chris Teien
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Watch “NASCAR – Racing For Second” (I am Second)
Some of the NASCAR greats share about Christ in their lives from IamSecond.com
Keep Calm and Trust in The Lord
When we are going through tough situations, sickness or struggles it’s wise to keep calm and trust in the Lord. Life is full of difficulty, mistakes and trouble. I’m sure you can relate. And while I wish I would have…
Evangelism and The Engel Scale
Pastor Chris often shares that successful evangelism is helping someone move a step closer to crossing the line from eternal death to eternal life when they repent of their sin and place their faith in Jesus. He also mentions that…
Emmanuel makes 700+ Teddy Bears for Ministry
Pastor Chris Teien shares how Emmanuel Church in Virginia, MN put together over 700 Teddy Bears for the local InFaith Adopt a Senior Ministry.
Our New Adventure in Virginia, MN
Sept 20, 2021 My wife and I are committed to follow Jesus wherever He leads us. We loved our last adventure: planting a church in Belle Plaine, MN and all the friends and church family members we shared our lives…
Remembering How God Moved Us
A WELL Life is full of Faith, Friends and Farewells A WELL Life is full of Faith, Friends and Farewells (2 Cor 13:11) Listen to “A WELL Life is full of Faith, Friends and Farewells” Pastor Chris’ last message as…
Scenic Belle Plaine, Minnesota
I lived in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, for almost 20 years and rode my bike several thousand miles throughout the surrounding area. Along the way, I enjoyed the scenery, explored the countryside, and saved photographs of many memorable places and moments.…
Video: Greetings from Teien’s for FBC 150th Anniversary Celebration
Greetings from Teien’s for 150th Anniversary Celebration First Baptist Forest City IA 08.16.2021 Chris was the Youth and Family Pastor there when they had their 125th Anniversary in 1996. Click button for links to latest videos:
Influenced by Preachers, Podcasts and Videos
As I have been interviewing for a new pastor position I find “Who are you following?” or “Who influences you?” or “Who are some of you favorite authors?” is a common question. I looked through my podcast and YouTube subscription…
Why Smaller Churches can be better
I was the pastor of a “small” church for many years. I had often been reminded being a pastor of a large church is not easier, more fulfilling or more effective. I was not opposed to serving or being in…
A WELL Life is Full of Faith, Friends and Farewells | CHM Video
2 Cor 13:11. Listen to “A WELL Life is full of Faith, Friends and Farewells” Pastor Chris’ last message as the Pastor of River Rock Church. As we follow Jesus on the narrow road of life He leads us to…
Looking Back Over 20 Years at the Church we Planted
How Our Church Plant Started October 1st 2001 (right after the September 11th chaos) we moved from Chisholm, Minnesota down to Belle Plaine, Minnesota. We had no contacts or core group, just the prayer and financial backing of the Christian…
Five Keys to Getting your Needs Met | CHM Video
The Apostle Paul ends his letter to the Philippians with some great promises for us to claim when we are in need. We love to claim Philippians 4:19, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches…