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The Solution to Sin -- “Saints & Sinners” #4
If Christ came to set us free, why is it so easy to get trapped in sin over and over? What can I do to overcome my weaknesses and be more like Jesus? In today’s episode of Sinners & Saints,” pastor Dan shares the single misunderstanding that prevents most Christians from living in true freedom!…
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Abiding in Christ -- “Saints & Sinners” #3
How do we cultivate a faith that’s strong enough to survive all of life’s storms? Jesus said it’s by anchoring ourselves in Him. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains what it means to abide in Christ, and why it is such an essential starting point for our discipleship. -- GIVE: Visit...
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Following in Christ’s Footsteps -- “Saints & Sinners” #2
During the events of Good Friday, a random man named Simon was unexpectedly pulled into history's greatest moment. He had no way of knowing that this "divine interruption" would transform generations and become one of scripture's most vivid pictures of following Jesus. Join us as Pastor Amber...
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The Three Stages of the Christian Life -- “Saints & Sinners” #1
Do you ever worry that you’re not growing in your faith? Are you unsure of what your next spiritual step should be? In today’s message pastor Dan outlines God’s plan to turn every sinner into a saint through the power of the Spirit! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share...
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The Chosen
Do you ever wonder if you are wanted? If your life has value? Most of us have at one time or another. Which makes Jesus’ words in John 15:16 something we all desperately need to hear. In today’s 10th anniversary message, pastor Dan reminds us of the glorious truth that we have been chosen by the...
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FIVE for FIVE 2026
Once a year we invite 5 fresh voices out of the seat and onto the stage to share a 5 minute message of their choosing. It might be a mini-sermon, a testimony, or a comedy set; it’s always amazing! Today’s Five for Five features T.C., Andrea, Reuben, Becca and John. Listen as the Lord speaks…
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The Four Ps of Evangelism - “Share Jesus” #5
One of the most common metaphors for sharing Jesus in the New Testament is gardening - the gospel is like a seed that must be planted, watered, and protected if it’s ever to bear fruit. And like a plant, the initial growth often happens on the inside, where we aren’t even aware it’s happening. In...
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Share Jesus at work (without getting called into HR!) - “Share Jesus” #4
Witnessing to others at work brings a unique set of tensions for Christians to navigate. In today’s panel discussion, pastor Dan interviews Christians in the corporate and small business world to offer their experience sharing Jesus while on the job. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to...
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Stop Debating, Start Witnessing - “Share Jesus” #3
Very often, our attempts to Share Jesus devolve into debates and arguments. It doesn’t need to be this way! In today’s message Pastor Dan reminds us that as followers of Christ our primary mission is evangelism (sharing the faith), not apologetics (defending the faith). -- GIVE: Visit...
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What not to do when you Share Jesus - “Share Jesus” #2
Talking about Jesus with others brings certain tensions you’ll have to learn to manage: How close should my relationships be to non-believers? How long should I wait before I bring up faith? How do I keep myself from viewing them as a project, not a person? In today’s message Pastor Dan explains...
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Share Jesus Without Fear - “Share Jesus” #1
Witnessing to others can often come with awkwardness and anxiety. Sometimes it can devolve into arrogance and arguments. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how we can “always be ready” to share Jesus with wisdom, clarity and love. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share...
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Raised Up (Ps. Kyle Johnson)
What do you do when you feel like you’ve reached the limit of your own knowledge, strength, or abilities? Six short verses from Exodus 17 give a surprisingly full picture of what to do in the midst of struggle, how we’re meant to fight our battles, and how to claim ultimate victory! -- GIVE…
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Take heart! - On Our Side #15
Jesus made many wonderful promises to us during his ministry. But one that is often overlooked is when he said, “In this world you will have trouble.” (John 16:33) Christ was certainly right about that! And yet, Jesus wasn’t really warning us of difficulty, he was promising us victory. We don’t...
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Exchanging my Image for my Identity - On Our Side #14
If you read the gospel of John closely, you might notice an interesting quirk: John never refers to himself by name. Rather, he always calls himself "the disciple whom Jesus loved." In the final message of "On Our Side," pastor Dan explains how John's sense of self changed during his time with...
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Grace Greater than My Sin - On Our Side #13
In John 18, Peter denies Jesus three times in order to save himself from arrest and execution. From that moment on Peter believes his decisions have destroyed his destiny. But Jesus is more merciful than we are sinful, and he remains on our side - even after our worst choices! -- GIVE: Visit...
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Giving to what matters most - On Our Side #12
In John 12 a woman is accused of wasting her money on Jesus. But what the crowd called a waste, Jesus called true worship. Her story is a powerful testimony that no thing and no one is more valuable than Christ. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.
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When God Seems Missing - On Our Side #11
Is it possible that Jesus’ absence can prove he is On Our Side just as surely as his presence? That seems to be the surprising message behind the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11. If it’s ever felt like God was distant or delayed when you needed Him to show up, today’s message is just what you...
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Healing from Church Hurt ❤️🩹 - On Our Side #10
In John 10, Jesus speaks of thieves, robbers and hirelings that harass his sheep. But he promises us as the Good Shepherd that he will never quit fighting for his flock! If you’ve ever been wounded by others (especially people inside the church), today’s message from pastor Dan will bring you…
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I Once Was Blind… - On Our Side #9
Sometimes Jesus performed familiar miracles using very unusual methods. For example, in John 9 Jesus restores the sight of a blind man using his own saliva! This strange episode reminds us that salvation is a type of recreation; Jesus is the one who can make us truly new. -- GIVE: Visit...
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Conviction Without Condemnation - On Our Side #8
When a woman is caught in the act of adultery in John chapter 8, religious leaders drag her to Jesus demanding she be punished. But, as is always the case, Jesus does the unexpected - proving that God remains on our side even when we sin! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share...
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He Satisfies My Soul - On Our Side #7
In John chapter 6 a little boy’s lunch is transformed into one of Jesus’ most famous miracles (the feeding of the 5,000). In today’s edition of “On Our Side,” pastor Dan reminds us that when we need a miracle, we only have to focus on the who, not the how! -- GIVE: Visit…
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The God Who Sees Me - On Our Side #6
One of the great promises of Scripture is that God sees us even when no one else does. Today’s episode of “On Our Side” proves that we are never helpless or hopeless when “El Roi” (Hebrew: The God Who Sees) is watching out for us. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share...
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He Answers My Prayers - On Our Side #5
Sometimes God answers our prayers only partially (or He does so in a way we never considered). Today’s message is centered on the miraculous healing of a young boy in John 4, revealing how we can remain confident that Jesus is on our side - whether he grants all, some, or none of a particular...
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He Redeems My Pain - On Our Side #4
Life rarely turns out the way we expect it to; surprises, set backs and slip ups are a regular occurrence. In John 4, Jesus encounters a woman who has seen her fair share of struggles. But rather than overlook her hardships, he redeems them - proving that no pain is wasted in the Lord's plans! --...
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When Jesus flips your tables - On Our Side #3
Sometimes Jesus shows up with confrontation rather than comfort; the cleansing of the temple in John 2 is a prime example. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains this strange episode from the life of Christ and why we can be confident that God remains “On Our Side,” even when He turns our lives...
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Jesus’ Strangest Miracle - On Our Side #2
Jesus’ first miracle was turning water into wine at a wedding reception. To many people, that seems more like a party trick than a display of God’s power. But in today’s message pastor Dan explains why this is arguably Christ’s most meaningful miracle (other than the resurrection). It proves that...
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God is not against me - On Our Side #1
In the opening chapter of the gospel of John, we are told that Jesus came to us to live with us to prove that God is for us. In this new teaching series, pastor Dan uses stories from Christ’s life to demonstrate that God really is on our side! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help…
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From Mocker to Believer - Easter 2026
We're all familiar with the story of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. But within this great story is another - the experience of a Roman soldier who went from "mocker" to "believer" because of what He witnessed that day on Calvary's hill. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how his…
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How to Experience God’s Presence
Knowing about God is different than knowing God and being in His presence, but how do we see God and all of His Glory today? In the book of Exodus, Moses has a radical, “face-to-face” encounter with God. If you’ve ever desired something similar yourself, today’s message from Pastor Amber will…
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Adam, Eve, Jesus and Me - “He Made Us” #10
Many people approach Adam and Eve as historical or scientific curiosities. And while Genesis 1-3 certainly touches on questions of history and science, their story is ultimately theological - meant to help us know God. In the final episode of “He Made Us”, pastor Dan explains how belief in a...
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📖 Genesis vs Genetics 🧬 - “He Made Us” #9
The opening pages of the bible claim that humanity descended from one primeval couple named Adam and Eve. But, modern science tells us that today’s genetic diversity could not have arisen from just one pair of humans. This conflict may seem irreconcilable, but in today’s message pastor Dan…
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Sabbath Made Simple - “He Made Us” #8
The majority of us have two days off from work each week, yet we rarely feel truly rested. Why is that? In today’s message pastor Dan explains what a consistent sabbath looks like and the real reasons we fail to keep one. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing...
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The Idolatry of Productivity - “He Made Us” #7
Our world is obsessed with productivity: work more, accomplish more, earn more. But while this “Hustle Culture” taps into our God-given desire to make a difference in the world, it also forces us outside of the healthy and sustainable work/life rhythms we were designed to live by. In today’s...
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Are A.I. “companions” sinful? - “He Made Us” #6
The book of Genesis tells us that humans were created for connection with one another. But these days more and more people are turning to chatbots and AI for companionship - even falling in love with these digital personas. In today’s surprising message, pastor Dan explains what we lose when we...
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What is the Image of God? - “He Made Us” #5
Humanity's creation in the "Image of God" is a central belief of our faith. But what exactly is "the Image of God?" And what happens when we let go of our status as His image bearers? Today pastor Dan unpacks the beauty and power of "Imago Dei." -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help...
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Jesus The Miracle Worker - Desperation (Ps. Andy Moore)
Pastor Andy Moore of Coastline Church (Victoria, BC) shares how our desperation can actually be a good thing that Jesus redeems, bringing us closer to him and revealing his glory! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.
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Surrounded But Not Defeated (Erin Metselaar)
Even when the enemy feels close and the odds seem stacked against us, God’s presence is greater than what surrounds us. Open your eyes to the truth that you are never alone in the battle. In today’s message, special guest speaker Erin Metselaar shows us the battle plan from 2 Kings 6. -- GIVE:...
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Big Universe. Bigger God! - “He Made Us #4”
The universe is almost unimaginably big. And yet every square inch is a testament to God's glory and power. In today’s message, pastor Dan describes the splendour of creation, and what it reveals about our Father in heaven. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing...
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Made New - “He Made Us #3”
Genesis 1:1 says God is responsible for creating everything, including me and you. What does “creation” actually entail? Does God still create today? In this morning’s message, pastor Dan explains why God’s greatest work is not making new things, but making things new. -- GIVE: Visit...
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The Trinity Explained - “He Made Us #2”
The scriptures clearly teach that all three members of the Trinity were active during the Genesis creation. But that leads to the natural question: What exactly is the Trinity? Why do Christians believe in one God, not three? And how could Jesus be present in the book of Genesis, when he wasn’t...
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Reconciling Science and Scripture - “He Made Us #1”
It often feels like science and the bible are at odds. But are they really? Is it possible that the two are complementary, not contradictory? In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how both science and scripture help us to know and worship God. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help...
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Jesus: The light who reveals the truth - Christmas Light #3
In John 8, Jesus claimed to be “the light of the world” who reveals the truth about our existence. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how wonderful it is to be imperfect creatures, perfectly loved by our Creator. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across...
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Should Christians involve Santa in their Christmas celebrations? - Christmas Light #2
In many ways, the ancient story of Christmas has been lost amidst the modern season of Christmas. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how we can enjoy the holiday without idolizing it. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.
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Christmas Light for life’s darkness 🌟 - Christmas Light #1
For all the talk of joy and cheer, Christmas can be a surprisingly dark season. (After all, our problems don’t magically go away during the holidays.) In our new series, pastor Dan explains how the light of Christmas can dispel the darkness of life! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to…
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The Power of Jesus’ Presence 🥖🍷
The story of the Last Supper can easily lose some of its intrigue if we think it’s only about bread, wine and prayer. But in today’s message, pastor Dan brings a fresh take on communion that demonstrates how this humble meal can transform your family for generations! -- GIVE: Visit...
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Predicting the Messiah’s arrival (The 70 weeks Prophecy) - Daniel #10
Many prophecies throughout history have lacked a certain specificity. They are vague enough that any number of circumstances might appear to fulfill their predictions. But in Daniel 9, the angel Gabriel offers a prophecy regarding the exact year the Messiah would die - nearly five centuries…
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Prayers that move heaven - Daniel #9
We all know our prayer life is important, but how do we know if our prayer life is healthy? In Daniel chapter 9 we are reminded that how we pray is just as important as how often we pray. Today, pastor Dan brings us the penultimate message in our study of the book of Daniel. -- GIVE: Visit...
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Courage in the Lion’s Den 🦁 - Daniel #8
The story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den is well-known and well-loved. But no matter how familiar you are with this story, it remains a powerful reminder that God is always with us and that He will safely deliver us through times of fear and danger. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help...
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Divine Distractions
We live in a distracting world, but sometimes distractions are a good thing. Every so often, God interrupts our routines so we can experience something new and greater. In today’s message pastor James Pelias of Encounter Church (Swift Current, SK) reminds us that God will invade our world when we...
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Is this the spookiest Scripture? 👻 - Book of Daniel, week 7
What would you do if a ghostly hand appeared and started writing cryptic messages on your living room wall? Probably call an exorcist! But in Daniel 5, the message is from God Himself and serves as a warning that how we live genuinely matters - both in this life and the life to come. -- GIVE…
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