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Whispering Pines Church featuring speaker Pastor Nate Roschen

  1. 5d ago

    Ecclesiastes - Chasing After the Wind - Ecclesiastes 3

    “To everything, turn, turn, turn There is a season, turn, turn, turn And a time to every purpose under heaven.” - The Byrds, 1965 Chapter 3 is the hinge chapter of the book of Ecclesiastes – on this chapter, everything else turns. As you read your way through the pairs that the author has assembled to begin this chapter, you may notice something. With each pair of opposites; birth and death, planting and harvesting, killing and healing – the human being is not in control. The human being is involved, but in no way decides when any of these things will happen. Planting crops happen when creation is ready for it. Harvest occurs when the crops are ready to be picked. Human beings are active participants, but have no control over when any of these events will take place, and what their outcomes will be. Join us as Ecclesiastes tells us about our God, His Creation, and our role in it all. -Pastor Nate Roschen

    26 min

  2. May 31

    Heartfelt Prayer

    Approaching God in prayer. How should one address an intimate and loving God who is also the creator and sovereign ruler of the universe? This Sunday we will explore what it truly means to approach God, not as “renters” trying to earn His favor, but as beloved sons and daughters welcomed into His family through Christ. We will reflect on the posture of prayer marked by humility, dependence, and adoration, and encourage us to rest in the privilege of calling the King of the universe “Our Father.” Jason Moat

    25 min

  3. May 24

    Ecclesiastes - Chasing After the Wind - Ecclesiastes 2

    We have grown up believing in the value of pursuing happiness. We’re taught from an early age that this right is God-given, and vital to our lives. Did you know that the founding fathers meant so much more by this phrase than a mere pursuit of pleasure? In the 1700’s, what they meant by “happiness” was much more closely aligned with what we intend by using the word “virtue.” A life of happiness was a virtuous life. A satisfying life was one that sought more than your own good, but the good of country, community, and neighborhood. In Ecclesiastes 2, the author describes his wild pursuit of pleasure. He builds and designs and takes for himself – everything that he wants. What happens then? What happens when the dog catches up with the car? Join us, as we explore humanity’s search for meaning. What makes for a meaningful life? -Pastor Nate Roschen

    32 min

  4. May 17

    Ecclesiastes - Chasing After the Wind - Ecclesiastes 1

    This week we begin a series that I’ve been looking forward to for quite some time. We’ll look first at Ecclesiastes and then the book of Job. These books are fascinating in that in Ecclesiastes we have an individual who gained everything they wanted, and in Job, an individual who lost it all. They cover the extremes of the human experience, and I will argue – come to similar conclusions about what is meaningful in life. Ecclesiastes is a Greek translation of the Hebrew word Qoholet, meaning “teacher” or “member of an assembly.” If you’ve ever opened the pages of this book, you probably have a sense that this book is depressing, sorrowful – looking at life and declaring it hopeless or meaningless. This couldn’t be much further from the truth. Join us as we explore this remarkably relevant book and see together the value it has for us today! -Pastor Nate Roschen

    30 min

  5. May 10

    Mother’s Day & The Missional Church - 1 Corinthians 12

    Join us this week as we celebrate Mother’s Day and the significance of the women in our lives who draw us nearer to Christ! Also, this week we’re going to be looking at the mission and purpose of the church. What makes a church ‘successful’? What does success even mean when it comes to the mission and work of the church? In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul is speaking into a church full of dysfunction. The list of sins and errors of the Corinthian church is extensive. So, Paul communicates to them about the foundation of what a church is and does. The church is to be on mission. The church should grow where it’s planted. The strength of the church is that it is One in Christ – and because of this, it is able to have unity in diversity. Each person that makes up an Ekklesia (the Greek word for gathering, assembly, or church) is different, and church functions best on mission when each person is valued and uses their gifts to the fullest. Join us as we remember and celebrate our mission together! -Pastor Nate Roschen

    31 min

  6. May 3

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 21 – Peter’s Redemption

    How does one move or grow, gain confidence, from the pit of despair? This is where Peter found himself. He had perhaps the furthest fall. From bold and brash to humiliated and small. But Jesus does not allow Him to stay there. In our final week in John – Jesus circles back, seeks Peter out, and begins building back the confidence and character that Peter will need for the rest of his life. So much happens in chapter 21. John, the author of this gospel hints at a number of elements in the narrative that are not, and are never, fully explained. Join us as we see Jesus do what only He can do. Watch as Peter runs to meet the Lord – dives in, and is met with redemption! --Pastor Nate Roschen

    29 min

  7. Apr 26

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Barabbas

    A mercy of God was baked into the Jewish law concerning prisoners at Passover. They had a custom of releasing one prisoner. One individual would be set free, their actions forgiven, their crimes reprieved. The choice was presented to the people again that year. Who do you want to see freed? Jesus, the healer, friend of sinners? Or Barabbas, conspirator – leader of uprisings? And the crowds chose – Barabbas. What does their choice reveal to us today? Does this choice, one of many on the way to the cross – have relevance for us as we consider the choices we make in our lives around allegiance, hope, and desire? Join us as we explore this choice of Barabbas – and what it means for us today! --Pastor Nate Roschen

    22 min

  8. Apr 19

    The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Peter’s Denials

    With the remainder of our time in John, I want to highlight a few moments in the final four chapters that need to be understood. Together we will explore Peter’s denials, the release of Barabbas, and the full-circle redemption arc of Peter in John 21. This week, we will be looking at Peter’s denials in John 18. If you have read the gospels, you know Peter. You have probably known a few “Peter types” in your lifetime, or you may be a “Peter” yourself. He was always the first to raise his hand and offer a bold answer. He was sure of himself, to the point of arrogance. But God had big plans for Peter. Join us as we explore what happens to Peter - the mistakes made so that transformation could take place! -Pastor Nate Roschen

    25 min
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