On today's episode we discuss Christmas traditions, our favorite movie around this time, and what we are thinking about/preaching on during the Christmas season. 

On today's episode we are discussing 1 Corinthians 8. As Christians we have freedom in Christ and as Christians we also should not flaunt our freedoms to a 'weaker brother or sister.' Be considerate of others, be loving, think of what builds up...

On today's episode, we discuss 1 Corinthians 7, we discuss how our decisions in life are to be guided by Holy decisions and Holy ambitions.  We need to ask the question "What does God desire of me, as a Christian in my life and as a member...

In today's episode, Travis, Nate, and Jared discuss 1 Corinthians 7, Paul is addressing questions that people are asking about being a believer and marriage. What if you are married and one of you becomes of believer?  What do you do? Shou...

Sex is a gift from God, therefore it is a good gift. But the gift is only good in the boundaries in which God has designed it. In today's episode, Holy Hanky Panky, we are reminded that God designed sex for our enjoyment and His Glory, within t...

Today we have a special guest with us who is sharing about his work as a missionary!  Steven Johnson is a missionary, a trainer of missionaries, and...he is also the Nate's father!  We are so thankful for his wisdom and passion for mi...

In Episode 17, Travis, Nate, and Jared return to 1 Corinthians to examine the warning about being deceived by sin, about accepting sin in our lives that perhaps the culture around us has accepted, but that God does not. We are called to repent ...

In episode 16, Travis, Nate, and Jared discuss questions from Church in the Park. Discipline in Hebrews is an act of love, so what does that mean for loving discipline within our churches and our families? 

Nate, Travis, and Jared pastor 3 separate churches, but once a summer our congregations come together for a Corporate Worship Service at our local city park. This year, we are discussing Hebrews 12.1-17 as our text. Take a listen and get an ide...

The Corinthians are fighting and bickering over 'trivial matters' and going after each other with lawsuits and Paul discusses how we are to approach wrongdoing and restoration. We are to seek justice, but also be willing to be wrong for the sak...

Ministry is not easy, in fact, at times it can be very difficult.  God's grace through the Holy Spirit is given so that we might minister in grace to others. Speaking the truth in love is important, and you can't do one without the other.&...

We recorded this episode back in May and with the posting of this one, we are back on our normal schedule!  Sin separates us from God, all of it. From a white lie to the most heinous sin, God is opposed to it all. Sexual sin in modern Amer...

We've haven't released a new episode in a while, but we are back! This week we introduce John, our newest colleague who is working with Jared at Roseau Community Church! 

The Word of God is our final authority, we build on lives on what is says, not what we would like it to say. His Word has been given to us and we are to be stewards of the message and the mysteries that are set forth in it. 

This is a special release of Easter reflections. Easter is a such an important part of the Christian life. In today's episode, we look at various parts of the cross and resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

On today's episode we discuss the impact certain books or authors have had on our lives, spiritually, or just in general. There are plenty of great books and authors that we have enjoyed and that have opened our minds to new ideas in our walk w...

In today's episode, we discuss living our lives, with 'the Day' in mind. Paul challenges the Corinthians to be mindful that in our lives we are building on the foundation of Jesus Christ. But whatever we do in life, one day we will stand before...

We've all probably heard of pastors who have fallen or failed and these things are tragic and heartbreaking for so many people. Our hope is built on the secure foundation of Jesus Christ, men and women will always fail, God never does. 

There are many things worth knowing and there are many things that are not worth our time. Pursuing the Wisdom of God is a worthy task. 

The gospel message is foolishness to the world, but the power of God to those who are saved.  The gospel can certainly seem or appear foolish or weak, the central message is Jesus the Son of God crucified...how is that power or wisdom?&nbs...

Early in 1 Corinthians, Paul begins dealing with division within the church. There are reasons to be divided and there are reasons to be united.  The three of us do not agree on every theological tittle, but we are united in the essentials...

Today we begin our walk through 1 Corinthians.  Christians are imperfect people, perfected through Christ. The Corinthians were a mess, so is the church today. But just as Paul was thankful for them, we are thankful for the work of God in ...

This is our first episode of Aurora Pastorealis!  We are 3 pastors in Northwestern MN who hope you find our podcast encouraging and inspiring to everyday life as a Christian. Today's episode covers a bit of who we are and some New Year's r...