Shows
The Chapel | SermonsThe Truth about the Final JudgmentIn "The Truth About the Final Judgment," Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that final judgment is certain based on the words of Scripture and Jesus. He explains that hell means eternal separation from God, while heaven is a restored creation filled with God's presence and fullness of joy. Our only confidence in that day comes from trusting in the Lamb who was slain. Pastor Dave urges us to live now with eternity in mind. Dave Gustavsen | November 30, 2025Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2025-11-3033 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the ProviderIn “Jesus the Provider,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of the miraculous feeding of a large crowd with just a few loaves of bread and fish. We learn about how God uses what we offer Him, as well as our obedience, to provide for needs. Ultimately, this story points us to Jesus, the One who has solved our most impossible problem – sin - by dying on the cross. Knowing and believing this helps us face our “impossible situations” with confidence and hope. Dave Gustavsen | February 25, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2024-02-2626 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the ExorcistThe Gospel of Mark teaches that the kingdom of heaven is near, but it also reminds us that there is another invisible kingdom in the world – a kingdom of darkness, ruled by Satan. In “Jesus, the Exorcist,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares three things about evil: it’s real; it involves strategy; and lastly, because of Jesus, evil is ultimately defeated. February 11, 2024 | Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2024-02-1228 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the Storm-TamerIn "Jesus the Storm-Tamer,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through one of the most well-known Bible stories in Mark 4. It's the story of Jesus calming the storm while in a boat with his disciples. This message takes a deeper look at how the disciples must have been feeling, the various reactions of those in the boat, and how we can apply all of this when we are faced with our own "storms.” Dave Gustavsen | February 4, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2024-02-0525 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the TeacherIn “Jesus the Teacher,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that in the kingdom of God, there’s power to change. Teaching from the Parable of the Sower, he shares about four different types of hearts: a resistant hard heart, a shallow heart lacking depth, a divided heart distracted by worldly concerns, and a receptive heart that lets the Word bring forth a fruitful life. If you want to change, choose to be receptive: listen to God’s Word, accept it, and be amazed at what God will do. Dave Gustavsen | January 28, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Fa...
2024-01-2930 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the ForgiverIn “Jesus the Forgiver” Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses the story of four men who bought their paralyzed friend to Jesus for healing to teach about the wisdom and the authority of Jesus. The crowds, eager for a miracle, expected physical healing, but Jesus surprises them by first addressing the deeper issue – the forgiveness of sins. Likewise, we often think we know what we need, but Jesus drives us deeper, revealing our true spiritual needs. If we can learn to trust him as he drives us deeper, it will change the way we live. Dave Gustavsen | January 21, 2024Visit our we...
2024-01-2229 min
The Chapel | SermonsJesus the MessiahIn a world that says, “Follow your heart,” Jesus says, “Follow me.” In “Jesus the Messiah,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches from the Gospel of Mark, introducing us to a unique leader: a king who never gets arrogant, and a servant who never gets weak. He answers the question we all ask: “Why should I follow Jesus?” by emphasizing three reasons: Jesus completes the puzzle, connects us with our Creator, and conquers our enemies. God has a way of getting our attention -- he might tear open our physical health, our financial stability, or a relationship we value - because he loves us and...
2024-01-1529 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe StableIn the Garden of Eden, we saw rejection. In the Temple, we saw ritual. But, in “The Stable,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares good news: relationship is made possible – for all people! Because Christmas happened, we can have a real-time, interactive, surprising, fulfilling, comforting, empowering relationship with our Creator. We must respond by humbly receiving Jesus as our personal Savior and Lord. And then, as believers, intentionally live the way Jesus lived. Dave Gustavsen | December 17, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-12-1834 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe TempleThis Advent, we’re focusing on the concept of Emmanuel, meaning “God with us.” In “The Temple,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen traces the story from the Garden of Eden to the Temple, where we see loss and restoration of Emmanuel. The Temple was meant to reconnect people with God, but it came with problems. Thankfully, in the stable in Bethlehem, Jesus came as the “true and better Temple.” As we enjoy Christmas traditions and rituals, let’s remember the reason why -- God is with us. Dave Gustavsen | December 10, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Y
2023-12-1131 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Gift of PossessionsIn “The Gift of Possessions,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that the secret to generosity always starts with God and His grace towards us. We have freely received so much from Him, without deserving it. Understanding God’s grace enables us to be more generous with what we have and share our riches with others - joyfully, intentionally, increasingly and freely. Dave Gustavsen | November 26, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-11-2730 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Gift of the PardonIn “The Gift of Pardon,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches about the way that God wants us to handle conflict. It includes a story that Jesus told about receiving God’s forgiveness, which then allows us to freely forgive others. November 12, 2023 | Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-11-1334 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Gift of PresenceIn a world full of so many distractions, sometimes just being present is a huge gift we can give to someone else. In “The Gift of Presence,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how there is no better way to live than freely giving our presence to those that God has placed in our lives. Dave Gustavsen | November 5, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-11-0631 min
The Chapel | SermonsChlidlike CuriosityIn “Childlike Curiosity,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches from the life of Jesus, who at age of twelve, sat among the teachers at the temple, listening to them and asking them questions. Jesus’ example should cause us to ask ourselves three questions: who are we spending time with, are we listening, and are we asking questions? Our curiosity should be directed towards God’s Word, world, and people. The gospel message enables us to live in this way, because it shifts our focus from self to the world and people. Dave Gustavsen | October 29, 2023Visit our website or connect with us...
2023-10-3031 min
The Chapel | SermonsChildlike PurityIn “Childlike Purity,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at the life of Daniel, who faced the challenge of living for God in an anti-God culture. Daniel’s example teaches us how to live with purity in a world that often opposes our faith. When we choose to live with purity, we can have a significant influence on the people around us – an influence that is used for God’s glory and the good of people. Dave Gustavsen | October 22, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-10-2336 min
The Chapel | SermonsChildlike ListeningThe Bible is filled with invitations to every believer—to lean in and hear what God is saying. In “Childlike Listening,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches from the life of young Samuel, who heard and listened to the voice of God. Young Samuel’s story shows us that listening to the voice of God changes everything - it can transform our lives and impact the lives of others. Dave Gustavsen | October 1, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-10-0237 min
The Chapel | SermonsLet the Children ComeThere’s something we’re supposed to learn from children – there’s something that kids have that adults usually miss. In “Let the Children Come,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at what it means to “change and become like little children.” He teaches on the trap of false greatness, the example of a child, and the invitation to true greatness. To become truly great in the eyes of God, we must live with childlike humility. Dave Gustavsen | September 24, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-09-2532 min
The Chapel | SermonsVision SundayThe Chapel’s Mission Statement is, “Building a family of Christ-followers who love God, love people, and serve the world.” In “Vision Sunday,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the vision of how we believe God is leading us to move forward in each of those three areas. Dave Gustavsen | September 10, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-09-1139 min
The Chapel | SermonsJacob's FamilyIn “Jacob’s Family,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen continues the journey through Jacob’s life, sharing a difficult season where God holds up a mirror, letting Jacob see himself clearly. God does the same for us. Those moments can be painful, but they are really God’s grace to us when we get those glimpses. And the way we respond is so important, because it makes a huge difference in who we become. Dave Gustavsen | August 20, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-08-2136 min
The Chapel | SermonsJacobs LadderHave you experienced low moments in life, where you felt alone, disoriented, and unsure about the future? Jacob was in one of those moments, when he unexpectedly encountered the grace of God. In “Jacob’s Ladder,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that grace is something we all need to encounter if we are going to become the people we are meant to be. Experiencing God’s grace leads to awareness, worship, and devotion… and through all of that, God molds us. Ultimately, this dream points us to the coming of Jesus, who came down the ladder for us. We can trust Him...
2023-08-1435 min
The Chapel | SermonsJacob’s TrickeryJacob is considered to be a spiritual hero, but for a lot of his life, he was also a mess. Yet, God used him and blessed him, which should encourage us! Deception was a big reason for Jacob’s mess. In “Jacob’s Trickery,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares about the habit of deception, the results of deception, and overcoming deception. He reminds us that we are “clay in the potter’s hands.” If we allow God to mold us, we will become a much better version of ourselves. Dave Gustavsen | August 6, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook...
2023-08-0734 min
The Chapel | SermonsWhy I am a ChristianIn “Why I’m a Christian,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the top ten reasons why he’s a Christian. He includes clues that lead us to Christ, and keep us following Christ. While we all have a unique journey, this message may help you think through your own questions and your own faith. Dave Gustavsen | July 30, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-07-3134 min
The Chapel | SermonsKindnessLife is messy. If you are currently experiencing difficult circumstances, wondering how those situations could ever be redeemed – be encouraged to know that God sees you and cares deeply about your story. In “Kindness,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that it is the unexpected kindness of God that redeems our dark situations. Even in the midst of pain and grief, we can choose to get up and live, and encounter the kindness of God – which allows us to persevere and walk with hope. Dave Gustavsen | July 9, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagra...
2023-07-1131 min
The Chapel | SermonsLossThe book of Ruth is a story of redemption. In the Bible, redemption means to buy something back, or purchase the freedom of something. Redemption is a big deal, because we all need it – not just from the bad things in our lives, but we need to learn how God has paid the price to free us from all the things that want to destroy us. In “Loss,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses Ruth’s life to teach us about experiencing loss, interpreting loss, and redeeming loss. Dave Gustavsen | July 2, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook...
2023-07-0331 min
The Chapel | SermonsA Community of WorshipThe worship that shapes us the most is the worship we do in community with other people. In “A Community of Worship,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches about ways we get community worship wrong; what true worship in community is; and our response to community worship as God desires for our growth and joy, as well as for His glory. Dave Gustavsen | June 11, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-06-1234 min
The Chapel | SermonsA Vision of WorshipWorship is so much more than something we do in church; it’s not just music or romance. In “A Vision of Worship,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that worship is our whole-life response to whatever we value the most. In a life-changing vision given to the prophet Isaiah, God shows him that only He is worthy of worship. And when we encounter the glory, the holiness, and the grace of God, we can’t help but to worship Him, with our entire lives. Dave Gustavsen | June 4, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-06-0533 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Unselfishness of LoveIn “The Unselfishness of Love,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches about what love is – and isn’t. In order to grow in agape love, we must first recognize that we fall short. We need to look away from ourselves, to Jesus instead, who is the model of unselfish love. As we focus on Jesus and trust him, He will help our hearts will become more like his, and we’ll find ourselves freed up to love people really well. Dave Gustavsen | May 21, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-05-2229 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Uniqueness of Love1 Corinthians 13 is one of the most famous chapters in the Bible, and it talks about love – specifically, agape love, which means selfless or unconditional love. In “The Uniqueness of Love,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches that agape love is essential, eternal, and a Person. If we want to be loving people, we must allow ourselves to experience and receive God’s love for us – because He is the source of unending love! Dave Gustavsen | May 14, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-05-1530 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe ServantA prophecy made over 700 years before the birth of Jesus shows us the sacrifice, the suffering, and the triumph of our savior. In “The Servant,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through Isaiah 53 and shows us how knowing Christ and trusting in him will change everything about our lives. Dave Gustavsen | April 2, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-04-0327 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe SerpentIn “The Serpent, “ Pastor Dave Gustavsen tells the story of a strange event, of people being bitten by snakes and healed by looking at a serpent on a pole. This story teaches us that sin has painful consequences, but God can use that pain to get our attention and lead us towards healing. Ultimately, this story points us to Jesus on the cross, the one who heals us completely. Dave Gustavsen | March 26, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-03-2731 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe PassoverPastor Dave Gustavsen takes us through “The Passover,” where the Israelites experience freedom from slavery and from God’s judgement through the sacrifice of a perfect lamb, and by applying the lamb’s blood to the doorframes of their homes. Just like the Israelites, we also need to be set free. This event points us towards Jesus, the Lamb of God who went to the cross and died for us, so that we can be free.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | March 19, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-03-2039 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe PitHow do you respond when you are mistreated? In “The Pit,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the well-known story of Joseph, who was mistreated in various ways. But, Joseph knew something about God that dramatically affected his response. Ultimately, this story points us to Jesus, and a more powerful reality that can change our response also: God is in control and he is working all things for good. Pastor Dave Gustavsen | March 12, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-03-1337 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe MountainTests are part of life. In “The Mountain,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the familiar story of Abraham & Isaac, reminding us that God not only tests us to accomplish His purposes, but also provides us with what we need to persevere through those tests. This story ultimately points us to the cross, where Jesus took our place. Pastor Dave Gustavsen | March 5, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-03-0632 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of ConfidenceIn “The Light of Confidence,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen concludes the "Walk in the Light" series from the book of 1 John. John ends his letter with encouragement that we, as believers, will have confidence of eternal life, confidence of answered prayer, and confidence of spiritual protection. February 19, 2023 | Pastor Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-02-2038 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of BeliefWhat does it mean to have eternal life? So often, we think of eternal life as something that starts after we die, but the Bible tells us differently - it’s a life that we can experience right here, right now, defined by knowing God. In “The Light of Belief,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen expands on the answer to this question and how it affects the way we live in this world today. February 12, 2023 | Pastor Dave GustavsenVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-02-1438 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of LoveIn “The Light of Love,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that we are recipients of God’s incredible love and what we demonstrate to others is a natural outpouring of that love.Dave Gustavsen | February 5, 2023 Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-02-0737 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of TruthWhen there is no clear sense of truth, life can feel like steering a boat through the fog: no direction, no clarity, totally disorienting. Voices in today’s world try to draw believers away from the truth. In “Light of Truth,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us of the way we were created to live – rooted in the truth of Christ and attuned to his Spirit.Dave Gustavsen | January 22, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-01-2327 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of IntegrityA main source of darkness in this world is hypocrisy. It can be so easy to spot hypocrisy in others, but often, it is hard to see in ourselves. In “The Light of Integrity,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen gives guidance on the signs of hypocrisy, and directs us towards the source of integrity, Jesus.Dave GustavsenJanuary 15, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2023-01-1634 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Story of the Wisest MenIn “The Story of the Wisest Men,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares about the wise men and their personal encounter with Jesus. This story teaches us that true wisdom acts courageously, gives generously, and worships Jesus, the One who the story of Christmas is all about.Dave GustavsenDecember 18, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-12-2130 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Story of a Faithful GirlIn “The Story of a Faithful Girl,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen tells the story of Mary, an ordinary person, chosen by God’s grace to give birth to Jesus. She was scared to death of the whole thing, but chose to submit herself to God’s plan, and the world has never been the same. God has plans for our lives too. The question is: will we resist His plans, or will we submit to them, as Mary did, growing closer to Christ and bringing glory to God?Dave GustavsenDecember 4, 2022Visit our website or connect...
2022-12-0732 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Story of a Promise MadeIn “The Story of A Promise Made,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen tells of a promise God made to His people thousands of years ago, that light was coming to the dark and hopeless world. That promise was kept when Jesus showed up in Bethlehem, but it hasn’t been completely fulfilled yet, so we keep trusting, waiting, and hoping – because we know God keeps His promises.Dave GustavsenNovember 27, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-11-2933 min
The Chapel | SermonsSelf-ControlThe last Fruit of the Spirit listed is self-control. Self-control is important because it ties everything together, and without it, everything falls apart. In the final message of this series, Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains “Self-Control” and answers the following questions: why we need it, what if we lack it, and how we get it.Dave Gustavsen | November 20, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-11-2330 min
The Chapel | SermonsGentlenessThe word gentleness can sound unappealing– like being meek. But, that’s a complete misunderstanding of the word. It means “strength under control.” The world is often forceful, harsh, and demanding. In “Gentleness, “ Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us of a powerful other way of living – a way that is gentle and humble in heart.Dave GustavsenNovember 13, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-11-1532 min
The Chapel | SermonsFaithfulnessIn “Faithfulness” Pastor Dave Gustavsen answers some questions on faithfulness: Where does it start? What does it look like? What does it reveal? God is faithful to us and, in turn, calls us to be faithful to Him and to others.Dave Gustavsen | November 6, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-11-0833 min
The Chapel | SermonsKindnessIn “Kindness,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke to teach us about our need for kindness and why it can be hard to show kindness to others. This week's message challenges us to show others dignity, warmth, and generosity- even if it means stepping out of our comfort zones.Dave Gustavsen | October 23, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-10-2633 min
The Chapel | SermonsPatienceAre you a patient person, or do you struggle with it? Patience is a good thing – how do we get more of it? In “Patience,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at the James 5, which reminds us that the depth of our patience is determined by the size of our God. God invites us to trust His plans, His justice, and His reward. When we do – even when life is hard, we will find ourselves with a depth of patience!Dave Gustavsen | October 16, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-10-1835 min
The Chapel | SermonsJoyIn life, we can experience good things on the outside, but that doesn’t guarantee joy on the inside. The converse is also true: just because we have hard things and painful things happening on the outside, that doesn’t mean we lack joy on the inside. In, “Joy,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reveals the source and surprise of real joy – something deeper than happiness, that is not dependent on circumstances. This joy comes only from nearness to God.Dave Gustavsen | October 2, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-10-0532 min
The Chapel | SermonsLove1 John 4:19 says, "We Love Because He First Loved Us.” In this week’s sermon, “Love,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains how love is three things: action, sacrifice, and undeserved. Love comes from God and we can love others well when we are receiving God's love ourselves.Dave Gustavsen | September 25, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-09-2734 minThe Chapel | SermonsBuilding the WeLife is fragile. Knowing this truth should cause us to consider how we can devote ourselves to things that really matter. In the first of two Vision Sundays, Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares what God is calling us to as a church. “Building the We” reminds us that Jesus calls us to love God, love people, and serve the world. Special guests will share some exciting things about what this will look like for The Chapel in the year ahead!Dave Gustavsen | September 11, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-09-1336 min
The Chapel | SermonsPraiseEveryone wants to be happy. So many voices in culture tell us the key to happiness is to focus on our own self-esteem and our own fulfillment. But, happiness is actually a by-product that only comes when we take our eyes off ourselves and learn to focus on something much bigger. Pastor Dave Gustavsen wraps up our series on the Psalms with, “Praise,” reminding us that the true path to happiness is to praise the Lord for all he is, with all you’ve got, in all of life.Dave Gustavsen | August 28, 2022Visit our website or con...
2022-08-2925 min
The Chapel | SermonsConfusionWe live in an incredibly confusing world. In “Confusion,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that in the midst of that confusion, God invites us to delight in Scripture. Let it guide you, strengthen you, and free you to live the way you were meant to live. But most of all, through the Bible you will encounter the God who loves you.Dave Gustavsen | August 21, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-08-2232 min
The Chapel | SermonsInstabilityStability is when the world makes sense, and everything works the way it’s supposed to work. We love that, don’t we? In “Instability,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that sooner or later, the world or life will become unstable. We’ll face some kind of crisis, loss, or tragedy that will shake up our lives. What do we do then? Discover the true source of stability, who offers us a deep stability that cannot be shaken, no matter what is crumbling in our lives.Dave Gustavsen | August 14, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Faceb...
2022-08-1529 min
The Chapel | SermonsRestlessnessRestlessness can be described as a lack of calm and peace, or an internal feeling of emptiness and an aching for more. In “Restlessness,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the solution to this issue: a life of worshipping God. It’s how God designed us to live, and the only way we can truly find rest for our souls.Dave Gustavsen | July 24, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-07-2529 min
The Chapel | SermonsStressBetween Ukraine, inflation, politics, protests, pandemics, and a million other things, we are living in a highly stressful world. In “Stress,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen gives us a closer look at what it means to have God as our shepherd when we face three kinds of stress: exhaustion, confusion, and fear.Dave Gustavsen | July 10, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-07-1132 min
The Chapel | SermonsGratitudeThere are all kinds of things in our country, in our world, and in our personal lives, that are not as they should be. We can easily get stuck focusing on those things. In “Gratitude,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen invites us to back up and gain a different perspective by looking at God’s love, His awesome power, and generous provision. Though we might be experiencing tough times, we can still joyfully thank God for His goodness.Dave Gustavsen | July 3, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-07-0529 min
The Chapel | SermonsWaitingWe’ve probably all experienced a time in life when something was not the way it was supposed to be, and we’ve had to wait for it to be made right. Waiting is not fun! In “Waiting,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes us through Psalm 40, revealing some wise things to do while we wait. These meaningful practices can help make our waiting much more bearable.Dave Gustavsen | June 26, 2022https://thechapel.org/Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-06-2728 min
The Chapel | SermonsInjusticeLife can be unfair. How are we supposed to react in those times? In “Injustice,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at two completely different ways we can respond when confronted by the unfairness of life. It’s only by the power of Christ that we can respond in a beautiful, supernatural way.Dave Gustavsen | June 19, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-06-1930 min
The Chapel | SermonsFearThe world is filled with threatening things. It’s getting harder to not let fear impact us. In “Fear,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how the presence of God can help us cope with this scary world.Dave Gustavsen | June 12, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-06-1226 min
The Chapel | SermonsDespairDespair is a dark place to be. We see it all around: it’s in the eyes of people in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas. We also experience despair in the loss of a friendship, a job, or when we see a child struggling with life, and we can’t take away their pain. What are we to do with those feelings? In “Despair,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God invites us to respond with honesty, hope, and with love for Jesus.Dave Gustavsen | June 5, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagra...
2022-06-0525 min
The Chapel | SermonsFaith Works in Our FightsRelationships can be messy. In “Faith Works in our Fights,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen discusses two different kinds of wisdom and their impact on our relationships. While we can’t control what another person does, we can choose what we do. By God’s grace, we can be people who sow seeds of humility, bringing about healing in our relationships.Dave Gustavsen | May 22, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-05-2234 min
The Chapel | SermonsFaith Works in our Social LivesIn today’s world, people are quick to make snap judgements about others based on surface things – like how they look or their gender or even just seeing their name on a resume. But, faith calls and equips us to live differently. In “Faith Works in our Social Lives,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes a closer look at favoritism: what it is, why it’s wrong, and how we can end it.Dave Gustavsen | May 8, 2022Find out more about us at thechapel.orgVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-05-0834 min
The Chapel | SermonsFaith Works in Our SufferingIn life, we face trials of many kinds: it could be a strained relationship, an ongoing health issue; or maybe you’ve recently lost your job or a loved one. These difficult times can make us bitter, or we can choose a powerfully different perspective, and experience joy in the midst. In “Faith Works in our Suffering,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares five ways we can find joy when life is going badly.Dave Gustavsen | May 1, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-05-0129 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe New Heaven and EarthHave you ever wondered about heaven? In the final message from the book of Revelation, “The New Heaven and Earth”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains that heaven is a real, physical place, where believers will find deep satisfaction and fulfillment. And, not only that, we’ll be in the presence of God forever! Who doesn’t want to experience this “happily ever after?”Dave Gustavsen | April 10, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-04-1034 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe MillenniumParts of the Bible can be confusing and hard to understand, while other parts are crystal clear. In “The Millennium,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen breaks down a widely debated passage so that we can stand firm in our faith, even as we await the coming future.Dave Gustavsen | April 3, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-04-0432 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Fall of BabylonIn our world today, there is increasing pressure to abandon our faith and blend in with the darkness. In “The Fall of Babylon,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen outlines the dangers of giving in to this pressure, and an alternative way to live. As Christ-followers, we can choose to live differently, showing the world that there’s something better than what it has to offer.Dave Gustavsen | March 27, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-03-2834 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Mark of the BeastThe book of Revelation uses imagery and symbols to convey spiritual truth. In “The Mark of the Beast,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains the spiritual battle going on in this world, how we can resist the enemy’s tactics. The enemy is real, but so is Jesus! We can find comfort and encouragement in knowing that in the end, God wins.Dave Gustavsen | March 13, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-03-1435 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Seven SealsThe world is going crazy – maybe you’ve seen it happening lately? There’s much suffering, natural disasters, and global unrest. When we face such times, it can be tempting to give up. In “The Seven Seals,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen addresses how we can stand firm in our faith in the midst of a world gone crazy.Dave Gustavsen | February 27, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-02-2835 min
The Chapel | SermonsLetters to the ChurchesIn “Letters to the Churches”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen shows us how much we have in common with churches that existed many years ago and encourages us to stand firm in our faith during difficult circumstances. The benefits of perseverance far outweigh the struggles that are before us.Dave Gustavsen | February 13, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-02-1434 min
The Chapel | SermonsA Vision from GodIn “A Vision From God,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen addresses the fact that our world is becoming increasingly darker. Maybe you’ve experienced this personally: a bully at school, a family member who laughs at your faith, or maybe it’s a powerful addiction that has control of someone you love. This can leave you feeling weak, discouraged, and overwhelmed. Putting our hope in Jesus is the only way to not be defeated.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | February 6, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-02-0836 min
The Chapel | SermonsTake Charge of Your MoneyDid you know that Jesus taught about money more than any other subject? This topic was and is so important because of all the good, but also all the harm it can cause. In "Take Charge of Your Money", Pastor Dave Gustavsen teaches us that the way we view and use our money directly relates to our relationship with God. Dave Gustavsen | January 30, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-01-3035 min
The Chapel | SermonsTake Care of Your BodyHow should our faith affect the way we treat our bodies? In “Take Care of your Body”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen’s key point is “take care of your body, but don’t worship it."Dave Gustavsen | January 23, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-01-2436 min
The Chapel | SermonsShare Life with OthersJanuary is used not only to create new goals for ourselves but is also used as a time to bring changes into our lives that benefit ourselves and others. In “Sharing Life with People”, Pastor Dave Gustavsen describes four practical examples of loving other people and spending quality time with them.Dave Gustavsen | January 16, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2022-01-1830 min
The Chapel | SermonsMoved to WorshipWhether we realize it or not, we all worship! Too often, we worship the wrong things: money, power, even people. In “Moved to Worship,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of the Magi, who after hearing about Christ’s birth were moved to worship. From their example, we see that true worship makes us courageous and generous. Most importantly, their story points us Jesus, the One in whom true worship is found.Dave Gustavsen | December 19, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-12-2033 min
The Chapel | SermonsMoved to SpeakWhat would it look like for you to use whatever platform God has given you, to just speak from your heart? In “Moved to Speak,” we learn that when the gospel becomes personal, even the most unlikely people speak it powerfully. Pastor Dave Gustavsen uses the example of the shepherds, the very first recipients of the announcement of Jesus’ birth, and how they spoke about what they experienced: a message of wonder, inclusion, and peace. Dave Gustavsen | December 12, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-12-1327 min
The Chapel | SermonsMoved to BelieveIn "Moved to Believe," Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at the story of Joseph. When he heard the news of Christmas, and the role he was called to play in it, he was moved to believe. In this story, we see how small faith limits us, while God’s call stretches us and leads us to act.Dave Gustavsen | December 5, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-12-0631 min
The Chapel | SermonsMoved to SubmitChristmas is more than nostalgia, family, and traditions. It is meant to move us to action. In "Moved to Submit," Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through Mary's story, as she heard about Christmas for the very first time: Mary was just an ordinary person, chosen by God's grace; scared to death of the whole thing. Yet, she was moved to embrace God's plans for her life.Dave Gustavsen | November 28, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-11-2930 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Problem with Being GoodIn the final message of the Prodigal series, Pastor Dave Gustavsen wraps up the parable of the prodigal son, by taking a closer look at the older brother. “The Problem With Being Good” reveals the poison of pride and the invitation of the Father – a Father who loves his kids. Dave Gustavsen | November 21, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-11-2334 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Surprise of GraceDo you know what it feels like when someone you love pushes away from God, and maybe even from you? It’s painful. In “The Surprise of Grace, “ Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through the parable of a father who loses his son. This story gives us a glimpse into the heart of God and the greatest gift of all: the shocking, undeserved, life-altering gift of grace. Dave Gustavsen | November 14, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-11-1631 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Father's HeartHave you ever lost something of value? If so, you probably had a knot in your stomach and spent time searching for it. If it was found, you were probably overjoyed. That’s exactly how God feels about those who are lost. In “The Father’s Heart,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God takes each loss personally; searches fervently (regardless of the risks); and joyfully celebrates when someone is found and bought home. Dave Gustavsen | November 7, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-11-0834 min
The Chapel | SermonsEncounter with a Hopeless ManHow can we find hope in a world that has sickness, disappointment, and brokenness? In “Encounter with a Hopeless Man,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of a paralytic man, who after 38 years, had probably given up hope that healing would ever come. This story demonstrates how Jesus offers hope and healing in the midst of our brokenness. Dave Gustavsen | October 10, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #disappointment #transformation #chosen #hopeVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-10-1034 min
The Chapel | SermonsEncounter with a Lonely WomanWe are hard-wired for relationship, to be loved and accepted. In "Encounter With a Lonely Woman", Pastor Dave Gustavsen walks us through Jesus' encounter a woman, who assumed the answer to her loneliness was romantic love. Discover more about the search for love, the limits of love, and the deepest love that is available to all people.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | October 3, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #love #relationships #loneliness #marriageVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-10-0533 min
The Chapel | SermonsEncounter with a Religious ManThere is more to the Christian life than being religious and ‘following the rules’. In “Encounter with a Religious Man,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of how a religious leader had his ideas of what religion was transformed by a conversation with Jesus. Explore what it really means to be a Christian, and what gift Jesus generously offers to all of us.Dave Gustavsen | September 26, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #transformation #change #newlife #bornagainVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-09-2735 minThe Chapel | SermonsPart 2: What We DoOur mission statement at The Chapel is, “Building a family of Christ-followers who love God, love people, and serve the world.” In “What We Do,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen talks about loving God, loving people, and serving the world, and what that looks like for us as a church, in the year ahead.Dave Gustavsen | September 19, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #lovegod #lovepeople #servetheworldVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-09-2037 minThe Chapel | SermonsPart 1: Who We AreOur mission statement at The Chapel is, “Building a family of Christ-followers who love God, love people, and serve the world.” In “Who We Are,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen talks about what makes us a “family of Christ-followers.” This sermon will help us, as a church family, define what love is, where it comes from, and understand why it matters.Dave Gustavsen | September 12, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #lovegod #lovepeople #servetheworldVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-09-1632 min
The Chapel | SermonsAdvocatePerhaps at some point in your life, you’ve been in a position where you needed an advocate? Maybe in a courtroom, where somebody stepped up and helped plead your case? In the final message of this series, Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how this “Advocate” makes all the difference! Without an advocate, we can get stuck and never move “from here to there,” missing out on the best of what God has in store for us. Dave Gustavsen | August 29, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #help #mediator #advocate #helperVisit our website or connect with us on Faceb...
2021-08-3035 min
The Chapel | SermonsTabernacleFrom the very beginning, the Bible says we were created to enjoy a personal relationship with God. But, people rebelled – and since then, there has been a longing in people’s hearts, to re-connect with Him. And, because of His great love, God feels exactly the same! In “Tabernacle,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains how we can experience and enjoy the presence of God.Dave Gustavsen | August 22, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #reconnect #reconciliationVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-08-2638 min
The Chapel | SermonsCommandmentsWhat’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear or think about the Ten Commandments? For many of us, this topic can stir up strong emotions, whether positive or not so positive. In “Ten Commandments” Pastor Dave Gustavsen offers four purposes to God’s commands.Dave Gustavsen | August 15, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #disobedience #obedience #forgiveness #graceVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-08-1534 min
The Chapel | SermonsMannaAs humans, we all experience hunger. In “Manna,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen looks at how God is teaching His people to respond to their hunger. If we allow it to, our hunger can lead us to understand ourselves and God on a much deeper level.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | August 1, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #hunger #needs #compassion #communityVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-08-0231 min
The Chapel | SermonsCrossingAt some point in life, we can find ourselves in “Red Sea situations” – moments that feel impossible and terrifying. There are many ways we can handle those situations badly. In “Crossing,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares the story of how the Israelites crossed the Red Sea, and what it teaches us about handling those difficult moments wisely.Dave Gustavsen | July 25, 2021#challenges #difficulty #struggles #life #thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-07-2633 min
The Chapel | SermonsFreedomWe can often be controlled by things other than God. Those things can be bad things (anger or addiction), good things (our jobs or relationships), and even religious things (keeping rules and striving to win God’s approval). In “Freedom,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God sets us free – it’s a freedom that involves a cost, and is something we are to remember and celebrate.Dave Gustavsen | July 18, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #freedom #free #anger #addictionVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-07-2138 min
The Chapel | SermonsPlaguesWe often wonder who God is and what He wants from us. In “Plagues,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen takes us through the account of the Ten Plagues, from the book of Exodus, and what they teach us about who God is. Pastor Dave Gustavsen | July 11, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #trials #trial #plagues #challengesVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-07-1432 min
The Chapel | SermonsDisappointmentAt one time or another, we’ve probably all dealt with disappointment - things we had hoped for didn’t quite turn out the way we envisioned. Disappointment can leave us devastated, jaded, and unbroken. In “Disappointment,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares several questions to consider, which will help us move past our disappointment and forward in faith.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | July 4, 2021#faith #disappointment #devastation #disappointed #thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonlineVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-07-0634 min
The Chapel | SermonsDesertHave you ever found yourself living in a desert, where life is described as being full of rejection, disappointment, isolation, and humiliation? It is in those places, God wants us to know He’s in this with us. In “Desert,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God uses the desert to shape and grow us, in ways that aren’t possible any other time.Dave Gustavsen | June 13, 2021#disappointment #isolation #rejection #humiliation #thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonlineVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-06-1735 min
The Chapel | SermonsDesertHave you ever found yourself living in a desert, where life is described as being full of rejection, disappointment, isolation, and humiliation? It is in those places, God wants us to know He’s in this with us. In “Desert,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares how God uses the desert to shape and grow us, in ways that aren’t possible any other time.Dave Gustavsen | June 13, 2021#isolation #humiliation #rejection #lonliness #thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline
2021-06-1630 min
The Chapel | SermonsFree to Have PeaceNo matter what our circumstances, we are “Free to Have Peace.” In this sermon, Pastor Dave Gustavsen talks about anxiety and peace. The level of anxiety in our culture is rising, but Philippians 4:4-9 reminds us we can make choices that will help us overcome anxiety. Rather than being anxious, we can choose joy, gentleness, prayer, beauty, and action.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | May 16, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-05-1835 min
The Chapel | SermonsFree to ShineIn “Free to Shine,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen explains how God invites us to “shine like stars in the sky” by being different in three ways: a different kind of attitude, a different source of truth, and a different path to joy. No matter what our “prison walls”, Paul reminds us that we are “free to shine” to the dark world around us!Pastor Dave Gustavsen | May 2, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #freedom #shine #circumstances #rejoiceVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-05-0436 min
The Chapel | SermonsFree to SufferSuffering is a part of life, and the way we respond to suffering matters. In “Free to Suffer,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen challenges us to change the way we view our pain and suffering. We no longer have to feel trapped and imprisoned, with Christ we can be truly free.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | April 18, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #suffering #pain #loss #traumaVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-04-1836 min
The Chapel | SermonsFree to EncourageIn “Free to Encourage,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen describes encouragement as being thankful, affectionate, and optimistic. Despite the fact that life can sometimes feel like a prison – our “prison walls” might be sickness, family drama, or even economic hardships – outward circumstances cannot control us on the inside. We are completely free to encourage others, no matter what!Pastor Dave Gustavsen | April 11, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #encouragement #uplift #positivity #encourageVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-04-1435 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe OfferingExtravagance is defined as “over-the-top, above and beyond, more than necessary, and lavish excess. In "The Offering,” Pastor Dave Gustavsen shares a story found in Matthew 26, where a woman expresses her love for Jesus in an extravagant way. Discover why we resist extravagance, why we need extravagance, and lastly, the most important kind of extravagance.Pastor Dave Gustavsen | March 28, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #giving #tithe #generosity #offeringVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
2021-03-3034 min
The Chapel | SermonsReason #5: The Church Represses WomenCulture has made big strides in recognizing and valuing women. Yet, within the church, people see certain doors that are only open to men. And for some people—both men and women—this is a big reason that they’re done with church. Pastor Dave Gustavsen and Heather Horn address these issues in "Reason #5: The Church Represses Women."Pastor Dave Gustavsen & Director of Family Ministries Heather Horn | February 7, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #women #womeninchurch #femaleleadership #womenleadershipThe following books are recommended by Heather Horn and Pastor Dave. Some of these books present a “complement...
2021-02-0739 min
OPB's State of WonderMar. 1 2014 FULL SHOW - Nikki Giovanni, Dave Allen, Not A Silent Movie, Tord GustavsenLots to tall you about - most of it under OPB's roof! Here's the rundown of today's show. 01:45 - 08:30 Nikki Giovanni08:35 - 17:40 Dave Allen19:50 - 25:08 This Is Not A Silent Movie25:15 - 32:30 Tord Gustavsen Quartet33:45 Amtrak Rail Residency34:30 Oregon Arts & Culture Hiring37:45 Awesome Portland41:50 Sallie Ford44:50 Blue Skies in Band45:13 PYP- Kevin Walczyk47:12 Adam BakerSee our website for links and details: http://www.opb.org/radio/programs/stateofwonder/
2014-03-0152 min