The Gospel-Centered Life : Conflict

GcL: CONFLICT

In the final week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Pastor Trent preaches on conflict. Is there a more striking area of needed growth for Minnesotans?! This sermon draws insight from "James the Wise." In chapters 3-4 of James' letter, we see the fruit, the root, and the harvest of gospel conflict.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : Forgiveness

GcL: FORGIVENESS

In the eighth week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Pastor Trent tells the setting, climax, and ending of the book of Genesis. It's a great saga of hurt, confusion, and forgiveness. At the finale, Joseph offers to his own brothers the lesson of his life: what God is doing surpasses what people have done.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : Mission

GcL: MISSION

In the seventh week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Kaylin Miranda teaches from Isaiah 6 about living on mission. In this chapter, we see four insights straight from the throne room of God. The prophet is transformed by the gospel (inward) and then sent on mission (outward). Isaiah's atonement led directly to his assignment.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : Idols of the Heart

GcL: IDOLS OF THE HEART

In the sixth week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Rob Lord teaches from 1 Thessalonians about idolatry. One theologian calls the human heart a "factory of idols." So... What are idols? How do idols affect us? What does the gospel call us to do?

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : A Lifestyle of Repentance

GcL: A LIFESTYLE OF REPENTANCE

In the fifth week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, we study Naaman the Leper from 2 Kings 5:1-27. When it comes to the word "repentance," most of us tend to recoil. Pastor Trent shows how the story of Naaman offers a redefinition of repentance that leads to restoration and joy.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : Law & Gospel

GcL: LAW & GOSPEL

In the fourth week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Pastor Trent preaches about the purpose of the law. If Christ can unite sinners to God, then surely He can align saints with God. The gospel is the power for joyful obedience. The love of God frees us to delight in the law of God.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life : Believing The Gospel

GcL: BELIEVING THE GOSPEL

In the third week of a series on The Gospel-Centered Life, Pastor Trent preaches about developing a habit of faith. In order to grow in the gospel, we must continue to believe the gospel. The death and resurrection of Jesus is not the starting point but the path of the Christian life.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

BONUS: Healthy Group Dynamics

BONUS: Healthy Group Dynamics

Pastor Trent sits down for a conversation with Kaylin Miranda and Laura Senske to talk about spiritual leadership. In this first conversation, they talk about healthy group dynamics, share past experiences of The Gospel-Centered Life, and reflect on how to create safety within a community.

DEVELOPING SPIRITUAL LEADERS

One of the top three goals for Immanuel Fellowship this year is to develop spiritual leaders. On the first Sunday of each month, our ministry leaders meet to learn, pray, laugh, and encourage one another. Additionally, we hope to release a conversation on a featured topic each month. Our desire to cultivate a family of spiritual leaders at the core of Immanuel Fellowship who spur on everyone around them toward gospel maturity.

The Gospel-Centered Life : Pretending and Performing

GcL: PRETENDING AND PERFORMING

The way you hide what you lack is the hold tighter to what you’ve got. Pastor Trent teaches Mark 10, challenging the church to honestly bring our needs to the Lord Jesus. Because of the cross, God sees and meets our lack with the fullness of his love.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

The Gospel-Centered Life

GcL: SEEING WITH A GOSPEL GRID

Pastor Trent starts a nine-week study of "The Gospel-Centered Life." The life of the Apostle Paul shows us three movements of fresh faith that are needed to keep the gospel central. Only fresh faith can prevent gospel drift.

GOSPEL-CENTERED LIFE

The Gospel-Centered Life is a nine lesson study that lays a foundation for how the gospel shapes every aspect of life. This resource was written by our spiritual parents, Coram Deo Church, in the early stages of church planting. We're pairing this sermon series to the discussion questions, articles, and practical exercises in the study to help the people of Immanuel Fellowship grow in their understanding of the gospel of Jesus. 

Horizon: All of Me

ALL OF ME

Pastor Trent teaches Romans 12:1-2 showing how the mercy of God matters to spiritual formation. In Christ, God offers an "all of me" kind of mercy that goes to work transforming our ability to love with heart, soul, mind, and strength. If you want to grow into gospel maturity, you need and "all of me" spirituality.

HORIZON

In September, we are working through a short series of sermons entitled: Horizon. Week-by-week, we’ll look at the future vision we have for Immanuel Fellowship. Join us as Pastor Trent unpacks the vision refresh work that our Leadership Team completed last spring. There is an exciting new chapter ahead of us. God is at work!

Horizon: All of Life

ALL OF LIFE

If we want to grow toward gospel maturity, we need an “all of life” spirituality. Pastor Trent unpacks one essential piece of maturity this week. Our horizon is to live all of life with a sense of God’s presence.

HORIZON

In September, we are working through a short series of sermons entitled: Horizon. Week-by-week, we’ll look at the future vision we have for Immanuel Fellowship. Join us as Pastor Trent unpacks the vision refresh work that our Leadership Team completed last spring. There is an exciting new chapter ahead of us. God is at work!

Horizon: All of God

ALL OF GOD

If you want to know God deeply, you must learn to relate to the Trinity. One of the sure signs of gospel maturity is firsthand knowledge of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Pastor Trent explains how the gospel reveals "all of God" by offering to us a relationship with the Trinity.

HORIZON

In September, we are working through a short series of sermons entitled: Horizon. Week-by-week, we’ll look at the future vision we have for Immanuel Fellowship. Join us as Pastor Trent unpacks the vision refresh work that our Leadership Team completed last spring. There is an exciting new chapter ahead of us. God is at work!

Mark: The King's Trial

THE KING’S TRIAL

This passage is full of irony. Although he is captive, Jesus has not lost control. Throughout the trial of Jesus, Mark shows us that it’s really the other characters who are under examination. They are testing Jesus, but in the process he is turning them inside out.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Faithfulness

THE KING’S FAITHFULNESS

The faithfulness of Jesus in the final moments of his life and the crucifixion are dazzling. The darker the scene the brighter King Jesus shines. In this episode, Pastor Trent highlights the faithfulness of Jesus in prayer, persecution, and prophecy.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Table

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THE KING’S TABLE

The disciples have come to the beginning of the end. One thing is clear as they sit at the King's Table for their last meal: Jesus knows their hearts. Bishop Dan Moose shows us how the anointing, the betrayal, the denial, and the scattering are all connected. Through them the Lord still questions us, "What is in your heart?"

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Warning

THE KING’S WARNING

In this puzzling chapter, King Jesus foretells the gruesome destruction of Jerusalem. The King's warning is packed with imagery and implications that matter today — not to calculate the end of the world but to live as followers of Jesus within it. Pastor Trent shows how Jesus teaches patience with God's timing, perseverance in the truth, and prayer in temptation.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Command

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THE KING’S COMMAND

In this chapter, King Jesus is calling his disciples then and us now to live undivided. You cannot be devoted when your heart is divided. In order to be whole, we must follow King Jesus into a life of devotion — one where we "put everything in."

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Reversal

THE KING’S GLORY

What will put the world to rights? Some say kindness. Some say justice. Other say big or little government. On the road to the cross, King Jesus aims to help his followers see nothing less than the Great Reversal is needed. His Kingdom is inside-out and upside-down from what we have come to expect. The glorious king has come as the suffering servant. Only the cross will put the world to rights.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant. 

Mark: The King's Glory

THE KING’S GLORY

After telling his original disciples about the cross, Jesus asks them to follow him there! To take up their own cross. To lose their own lives. This is all too much for them, and feels too much for us. How could we ever follow the way crucified King? Pastor Trent teaches from Mark 9 about the how "transfiguration" strengthens Jesus (and us) for the road to he cross.

THE GOSPEL OF MARK

If you want to introduce somebody to the Real Jesus; If you want to challenge somebody to live fully as a follower of Jesus; If you want to investigate the biography that has captivated millions for centuries… study Mark with us. Mark is action-packed and full of energy. Mark is honest about faith and doubt. Mark is inviting of risk and always showing us the Real Jesus -- the one who is both King of Glory and Suffering Servant.