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Harvest Bible Chapel
Reaching Out Without Selling Out | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Welcome to the Harvest Bible Chapel sermon podcast! We’re diving into Acts 17:16–34, where Paul boldly presents the Gospel in the heart of a culture filled with idols and philosophies. As Dr. Jeff Bucknam puts it, “A passion for mission opens the door for heresy.” To share the Gospel effectively, we need the right motivation, a clear goal, and unwavering commitment to the truth. So, grab your Bible, open to Acts 17, and let’s grow together in God’s Word! This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herl...
2025-03-16
1h 01
Harvest Bible Chapel
Blessings of Following Jesus | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Open your Bible to Romans 8 and be reminded of this life-changing truth: there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus! As we live by the Spirit, we experience the freedom and belonging of being adopted by our King. This week in our series, Christmas Gifts, we’re unpacking the “Blessings of Following Jesus” from Romans 8:1–17. Together, we’ll explore how contentment, belonging, freedom, and hope are ours through Christ. Don’t miss the encouragement waiting for you—listen now and let God’s Word refresh your heart! This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible...
2024-12-22
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Gift of Contentment | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Rudyard Kipling once wrote, "If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster and treat those two impostors just the same." The Apostle Paul knew this kind of balance firsthand. In Philippians 4, he shares how he learned the secret of true contentment—not through circumstances, but through Christ. This week in our series, Christmas Gifts, we’re exploring "The Gift of Contentment" from Philippians 4:10–13. Join us as we dive into God’s Word to discover how contentment, belonging, freedom, and hope are gifts available to us in Christ. Listen now and lean in—there’s so much en...
2024-12-08
59 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Sovereign and Good God | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
In Joseph’s life, we see a beautiful truth: God is both sovereign and good. Why does that matter? Because when we truly embrace the depth of His sovereign goodness, we find strength to endure even the hardest moments. Knowing that my pain is not meaningless, but lovingly woven into God’s greater plan for my ultimate good, I can find hope and even praise Him—even when it hurts. Listen now to the message "The Sovereign and Good God" from Genesis 45 and 50, the final message in our series Intended for Good. In it, we see how God is a...
2024-12-01
58 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
When the Tables Turn | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
As we continue the story of Joseph, we find him facing the perfect opportunity to repay his brothers for the wrongs they committed against him. However, Joseph’s deep reverence for God led him to respond with grace, trusting in God's providence rather than seeking revenge. Listen now to the message "When the Tables Turn" from Genesis 42:1 - 43:34 in our series Intended for Good as we see how God is always working for His glory and our good. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Sp...
2024-11-17
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Ups and Downs | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
We see both Joseph's faithfulness and God's faithfulness through Joseph's unwelcomed encounter with Potiphar's wife. Listen now to the message "Ups and Downs" from Genesis 37 in our series Intended for Good as we see how God is always working for His glory and our good. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT...
2024-11-03
58 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A Fairly Odd Family | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
God takes the sinful choices of sinful people and uses them for His glory and our good. That means, if you’re a Christian, no matter how much garbage you’ve experienced or created, God can and will grow flowers out of it. Listen now to the message "A Fairly Odd Family" from Genesis 37 in our series Intended for Good as we see how God is always working for His glory and our good. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam ...
2024-10-27
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Persistent Prayer is the Key to the Christian Life | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What's the key to the Christian life? Rejoice in hope Be patient in tribulation Be constant in prayer Listen now to the message "Persistent Prayer is the Key to the Christian Life" from Romans 12:12 in our series A.S.K., and discover how God’s peace can transform your heart. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr
2024-10-20
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Anxiety Driven Prayer | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Why do so many people today feel overwhelmed by anxiety? Society has countless opinions on the causes and quick fixes, but in his letter to the Philippians, the Apostle Paul offers God's remedy. He acknowledges: Anxiety is real. Prayer is the solution. Peace is the result. Tune in to the message "Anxiety-Driven Prayer" from Philippians 4:6–7 in our series A.S.K., and discover how God’s peace can transform your heart. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound desi...
2024-09-29
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
How to Pray According to Jesus – Part 2 | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What does Jesus teach us about prayer? He invites us to call to Him for our daily provision, to keep short accounts with Him by asking for daily forgiveness, and to pray for protection from the enemy and his schemes. Listen to the message How to Pray According to Jesus, Part 2 from Matthew 6:11–13 in the series A. S. K. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Me...
2024-09-22
45 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
How to Pray According to Jesus – Part 1 | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"How should we pray?" the disciples asked Jesus. Jesus responded not for the praise of others and not like a babbling pagan. He also said to pray to our Father in Heaven, to regard God's name highly, and for His rule and reign to be finalized. Listen to the message How to Pray According to Jesus, Part 1 from Matthew 6:5–10 in the series A. S. K. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Gr...
2024-09-15
56 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Ask, Seek, and Knock | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Why should we pray? Because God invites us to pray. Because as followers of Jesus, we have a special relationship with Him. Because God is good. Listen now to the message Ask Seek Knock from Matthew 7:7–11 in the series A. S. K. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Webs...
2024-09-08
59 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A God Worth Waiting For | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:29–31 He's compassionate, faithful to His Word, wise, and sovereign. He's the God worth waiting for! Listen now to the message A God Worth Waiting For from Isaiah 40:1–31 in the series Thus Saith the Lord...
2024-08-25
56 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Holy Holy Holy | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
When we begin to understand how high and lifted up God is; how completely perfect and holy He is, we cannot help but be undone. His holiness makes us more aware of our sinfulness and in awe of Him. God's holiness creates despair and His mercy creates dedication to Him. Listen now to the message Holy Holy Holy from Isaiah 6:1–13 in the series Thus Saith the Lord. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Du...
2024-08-18
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Finding a Place to Rest | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
In this often challenging life, we want to remember the God of the past and hope in the God of the future. God never fails and He always keeps His Word. We can trust Him in the most difficult circumstances. Listen now to the message Finding a Place to Rest from Habakkuk 3 in the series Thus Saith the Lord. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social...
2024-08-11
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
After the Locusts | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What do you do when it all comes crashing down? What do you do when your hidden sins are found out (sexual immorality, lies, etc.)? Joel 1:13-20 holds some answers . . . Get real about it. Own up to it. Cry out about it. Listen now to the message After the Locusts from Joel 1 in the series Thus Saith the Lord. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social...
2024-07-28
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
From Now Until the End | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How should we live knowing Jesus' return is imminent? Pastor Jeff Bucknam offers four recommendations from God's Word. Arm yourself for suffering Leave the past behind Live for the right judgment Love one another earnestly Listen now to From Now Until the End, the message from 1 Peter 4:1–11 from the Strangers in a Strange Land series. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Pr...
2024-06-09
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Sweet Victory | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Salvation is not so much being in heaven as it is being in God. God is the treasure. And no matter how dark and troubling the days seem, Jesus assures ultimate victory! Listen now to Sweet Victory, the message from 1 Peter 3:18–22 from the Strangers in a Strange Land series. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE IN...
2024-06-02
55 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Witness When the World Is Watching | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Living as elect exiles often means living counterculturally. But the Lord asks us to, "Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor." 1 Peter 2:17 How do we obey the government's rules and honor God? Often that means we will need to learn how to suffer differently for the cause of Jesus Christ. Listen now to Witness When the World Is Watching, the message from 1 Peter 2:13–25 from the Strangers in a Strange Land series. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam
2024-05-12
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Christian Conduct | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Why do we continue in sin when we know it will kill us? And why do we struggle to follow Jesus? Because we're in a war! Stay in the fight to live like a follower of Jesus Christ. Christian conduct is fueled by Christian position, results from winning the inner war, and has apologetic power. Listen now to Christian Conduct, the message from 1 Peter 2:11–12 from the series Strangers in a Strange Land. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound de...
2024-05-05
57 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Newborn Infants, Living Stones, and Royal Priests | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
As followers of Jesus, God's Word says we are: a chosen race a royal priesthood a holy nation a people for his own possession How can we not boldly speak of the God Who offered us eternal life? Why? So that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. By God's grace and mercy, we as His children are royalty! Listen now to Newborn Infants, Living Stones, and Royal Priests, the message from 1 Peter 2:1–10 from the series Strangers in a Strange Land. This podcast is...
2024-05-01
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Elect Exiles | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Foreknown. Predestined. Called. Justified. Glorified. Not from around here. Listen now to Elect Exiles, the message from 1 Peter 1:1–2 from the new Strangers in a Strange Land series. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: •...
2024-04-07
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Hidden Treasure | Dr .Jeff Bucknam
What could be worth more than the kingdom of heaven? Why is it so valuable? It offers hope and love unlike anything or anyone else. The kingdom of heaven is worth everything in this age and in the age to come. Listen now to Hidden Treasure, the message from Matthew 13:44–46 from the series, Parables of the Kingdom. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Sm...
2024-03-31
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A Little Kingdom with Big Plans | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
The Kingdom of Heaven has surprising growth and influence. Listen now to the message, A Little Kingdom with Big Plans, from Matthew 13:31-33 from the series, Parables of the Kingdom. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU TO FOLLOW US ON...
2024-03-10
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A World of Wheat and Weeds | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Satan is actively trying to ruin the Kingdom of God and the people in it, It can be hard to distinguish between true believers and unbelievers, and don’t mistake God’s patience as God’s permission. Listen now to the message, A World of Wheat and Weeds, from Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 from the series, Parables of the Kingdom. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Flavius Herlo Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media...
2024-03-03
57 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
An Unhealthy Lack of Focus on Death | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
If we don’t look straight in the eye of death, we won’t ask the most important question: What’s next? Listen now to the message, An Unhealthy Lack of Focus on Death, from Ecclesiastes 7:1–4 from the series in the Book of Ecclesiastes. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: ...
2024-02-11
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Danger and Delight of Money | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity." Ecclesiastes 5:10 ESV Do you have money? Or does money have you? Listen now to the message, The Danger and Delight of Money, from Ecclesiastes 5:10–20 from the series in the Book of Ecclesiastes. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith
2024-02-04
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Frustration and Gift of Life | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:" Ecclesiastes 3:! We can’t control when we experience these things. We can’t control the fact that we will experience these things. God has established moments for all of this and everything in between “under heaven." Listen now to the message, The Frustration and Gift of Life, from Ecclesiastes 3:1–14 from the series in the Book of Ecclesiastes. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound de...
2024-01-28
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
It's My Pleasure | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"If we load our frustrating, fallen, futile present with expectations that can only be fulfilled in our fabulous future, we’ll constantly be let down. You won’t find in pleasure what you went into pleasure to find."—Dr. Jeff Bucknam Listen now to the message, It's My Pleasure, from Ecclesiastes 2:1–11 from the series in the Book of Ecclesiastes. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: S...
2024-01-21
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Fleeting Unfulfilling Life | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
In this fleeting, unfulfilling life, how do we handle the difficult providences? What does God say about them? How do we trust the Lord and be honest about life at the same time? Listen now to the message, This Fleeting Unfulfilling Life, the first sermon in an 8-week series in the Book of Ecclesiastes. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer...
2024-01-14
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
I Thank God for You | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now." Philippians 1:3–5. More than a vision for the future, this sermon focuses on who Harvest Bible Chapel is and is becoming by God's grace. To start the new year, listen now to the message, I Thank God for You, from various Scripture passages. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Va...
2024-01-07
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
God Is Compassionate | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"The objects of God's compassion are known by their willingness to show compassion." Dr. Jeff Bucknam Listen now to the message, God Is Compassionate, from various Scripture passages in the final message in the series, What God Says About Christmas. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Nathaniel Dulski WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.har...
2023-12-24
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
God Is Generous | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men." Philippians 2:5–7 Listen now to the message, God Is Generous, from Philippians 2:5–11 in the first message in the series, What God Says About Christmas. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixi...
2023-12-03
56 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Compare and Contrast | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
God calls people to Himself today through the power of the Holy Spirit from every walk of life, every race and creed, men and women, boys and girls, every nationality, every socioeconomic level—just as He did in Acts 16. The Holy Spirit gathers all kinds of people into the church, He is working it all out, and He transforms the lives of those who believe in Him by faith. Listen now to the message, Compare and Contrast, from Acts 16:11–34 in the final message in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a prod...
2023-11-26
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Willing to Go and Willing to Wait | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Because of what followers of Jesus got and what you will get in the future, are you willing to surrender everything to Jesus Christ? Listen now to the message, Willing to Go and Willing to Wait, from Acts 16:1–10 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CO...
2023-11-12
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A Sharp Disagreement | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Conflict happens, but God is not conflicted. So with His help, we need to learn to let it go. Listen now to the message, A Sharp Disagreement, from Acts 15:36–41 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ W...
2023-11-05
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
All Just a Big Misunderstanding | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
In a world that largely rejects or compromises the Truth of the Gospel, we need to learn and believe that God is good all of the time, that the Gospel is commonly misunderstood, and that other religions do not stack up to the Truth. Listen now to the message, All Just a Big Misunderstanding, from Acts 14:1–18 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic De...
2023-10-15
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Powerful Preaching | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Repeating the message, responding to the message, and seeing God bring the results of the message--so powerful. Listen now to the message, Powerful Preaching, from Acts 13:13–52 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU T...
2023-10-08
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Real Missions | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
When thinking about missions, remember that the Holy Spirit sends missionaries, there will be adversaries, but in God's providence, even the most unlikely will believe. Listen now to the message, Real Missions, from Acts 13:4–12 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Webs...
2023-10-01
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A Missionary Church | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
A sending church or a missionary church models three values--broad leadership, spiritual expectancy, and sacrificial mission. Listen now to the message, A Missionary Church, from Acts 13:1–3 in the series, We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU T...
2023-09-24
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Becoming a Great Church | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What makes a church that God calls great? Great churches rely on the hand of the Lord. Great churches grow through strong exhortation and teaching. Great churches share even when it’s hard. Listen now to the message Becoming a Great Church from Acts 11:19–30 in the series We Are All Witnesses, Part 3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore
2023-09-03
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Citizens of the Kingdom of God | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Followers of Jesus Christ have been washed, sanctified, and justified as we await the return of the King. How do we live as we wait? God calls us to make disciples—to gather as His church, to grow in our knowledge of and affection for Jesus, and go out on mission for the King in the homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and friend groups in which He placed us. God calls us to be who we are—turning away from what we were and into who He called us to be. "For at one time you were dark...
2023-08-27
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
What in the World Are We Even Doing Here? | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What is our goal? Is it a bigger church? Bigger budget? More notoriety? More baptisms? What in the world are we doing here? By God's grace, we are making disciples in obedience to the Great Commission. What kind of disciples? What should they look like? A true disciple of Jesus is: uniquely planted deeply rooted carefully pruned persistently fruitful Listen now to the message What in the World Are We Even Doing Here? For more books, videos, and websites on the subject of identity, check out https://www.harvestbible.org/identity-resources/ T...
2023-08-21
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Religion of Secularism | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Secularism is not just a religion. It’s the unquestioned religion of the realm in which we live. But that's not what God's Word says. Listen now to the message The Religion of Secularism from the series, Ask Anything from various scripture passages. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US:
2023-07-02
59 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
In a Twist | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Like Jonah, we tend to think that blessings come to people who are good and judgment comes to people who are bad. Is that what God's Word says? God says that His grace is not cheap or earned. Listen now to the message And a Twist from the series, A Chasing God and a Chastened Prophet in Jonah 4:1–11. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sh...
2023-06-11
55 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Revival | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
There have been moments in history when God decides to overwhelm a group of people with a sense of His presence, causing great repentance. This is revival. Real revival happened in Nineveh. Listen now to the message Revival from the series, A Chasing God and a Chastened Prophet in Jonah 3:1–10. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE...
2023-06-04
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Tarshish is Cooler than Nineveh | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Despite all the very real material and social needs in the world, people’s biggest problem is moral and spiritual. The way to address that is through the proclamation of the Gospel. Listen now to the message Tarshish is Cooler than Nineveh from the series, A Chasing God and a Chastened Prophet in Jonah 1:1–3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam...
2023-05-21
58 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Travel Plans | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What do we learn from Paul’s travel plans? Give as able Live as directed Honor as is right Listen now to the weekend message, Travel Plans, from 1 Corinthians 16:1–11 in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE Y...
2023-04-30
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Resurrection Body | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What does the resurrection of Jesus mean for those who will follow Him? What does the resurrection give us? A cool new body., a cool new taunt., and a cool new motivation. Listen now to the weekend message, The Resurrection Body, from 1 Corinthians 15:35–58 in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE I...
2023-04-23
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Resurrecting the Resurrection | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
If Christ was not raised from the dead, then people who call themselves Christians are to be pitied. Because without the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, there is no Christianity. Listen now to the weekend message, Resurrecting the Resurrection, from 1 Corinthians 15:12–24 in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE...
2023-04-16
54 min
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The Gospel | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures," 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 Listen now to the weekend message, The Gospel, from 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sher...
2023-04-09
57 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
What’s Love Got to Do with It? | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What's the mark of a Holy Spirit-filled, Holy Spirit-controlled person? Prophetic gifts? A word of knowledge? The gift of faith? A willingness to lay down your life for the gospel? Gifts are great, but love is greater. Listen now to the weekend message, What's Love Got to Do with It?, from 1 Corinthians 13:1–13, in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sh...
2023-03-19
48 min
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A Church for the Gifted | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
God uses every gift in His church for His glory. How are you using your gifts in the church? Do you know how God gifted? Listen now to the weekend message, A Church for the Gifted, from 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a, in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WI...
2023-03-12
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Gifted | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How should we understand the use of spiritual gifts in the church? Listen now to the weekend message, Gifted, from 1 Corinthians 12:1–11, in the series, Dirty Church, Part 2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: • Instagram: @harvest...
2023-03-05
52 min
Conversations with Jeff Bucknam
Season 4 | Episode 4: Get to Know Jeff Bucknam
Everybody's got a story. Listen now to a "flashback" episode of the podcast where co-host Tommy Creutz has a conversation with our host, Jeff Bucknam, Lead Pastor of Vision and Teaching at Harvest Bible Chapel. This episode originally aired in December 2021. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Tommy Creutz Guest: Jeff Bucknam Video: Jeff Cox Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Sherri Smith
2023-02-28
1h 07
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In Summary . . . | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Going along to get along does not make much of the Gospel. Everything we do is to glorify God and clarify the Gospel. Listen now to the weekend message, In Summary . . ., from 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU TO FO...
2023-02-12
52 min
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All In? | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Like marriage, the expectation is those who belong to God only have eyes for Him. When it comes to allegiance to Him, they’re all in. What does your allegiance to the Bridegroom look like? Listen now to the weekend message, All In?, from 1 Corinthians 10:14–22. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH...
2023-02-05
52 min
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Run to Win the Prize | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Winning the prize requires discipline, obedience more than participation, and escape from what displeases the Lord. How are you doing in pursuing the prize of enduring to the end with Jesus? And what difference does that make? Listen now to the weekend message, Run to Win the Prize, from 1 Corinthians 9:24–10:13. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE...
2023-01-29
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Winning More | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Sacrificial love is the sign of a true Christian. To whom will you display sacrificial love this week? Listen now to the weekend message, Winning More from 1 Corinthians 9:19–23. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • Website: www.harvestbible.org/ WE INVITE YOU TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA...
2023-01-22
56 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Dead Idol Meat | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How do we live with each other when we disagree about so many things that are not clearly black and white? Lord willing, we become people who build others up in love, not be puffed up with knowledge. We invite you to open your Bible to 1 Corinthians 8 as we start a new series in 1 Corinthians. We call it Dirty Church. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford ...
2023-01-08
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Christmas Providence and Priorities | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
At Christmas, perhaps more than at any other time, God displays His providence and priorities through the birth and announcement of the Messiah. We invite you to open your Bible to Luke 2:1–2- and follow along as you listen to the message, Christmas Providence and Priorities. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YO...
2022-12-25
45 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Mary’s Song | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
As we study Luke 1:46–55, we learn that God uses nobodies from nowhere for His glory in our series, When God Was Born. We invite you to open your Bible to Luke 1 and follow along as you listen to the message, Mary's Song. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US...
2022-12-18
1h 39
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Hail Mary | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Turning to the Christmas story told throughout the ages, we look at Mary and her response to becoming the mother of Jesus. As you consider your life, are you like Mary or like Eve? Like Mary, we didn’t ask for what we’ve been given. God’s asking of us what wasn’t in our plans and costs a lot. He’s asking us to open our hands and trust Him. Listen now to the message, Hail Mary from Luke 1:26–38. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalry...
2022-12-11
53 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Neither Jew nor Greek | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
The Gospel of Jesus Christ tears down racial and social walls that bar us from finding human harmony. The Church formed by that Gospel should be the example on earth of what a community of equals looks like. The realization of social and ethnic harmony The reason for social and ethnic harmony The results of social and ethnic harmony Listen now to the message, Neither Jew nor Greek from Acts 11:1–18. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, an...
2022-12-04
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Wholly the Holy Spirit | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Learning Who the Holy Spirit is and what He does, we turn to Acts 10. We find that the Holy Spirit: Leads unexpectedly Works behind the scenes Involves us, the followers of Jesus, in His joy Wants a response Tears down the walls Listen now to the message, Wholly the Holy Spirit from Acts 10:1–48. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Sherri Smith Producer: Adam Sk...
2022-11-27
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
What to Expect on the Mission | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Open your Bible to Acts 8:26–40 as we learn what to expect on the mission of serving Jesus Christ--wherever and however He chooses to use us. We can expect God to ask us to go before we know the destination, expect the Spirit of God to go before us, expect to start where people are and expect to bear fruit when God plans the mission. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Ca...
2022-10-30
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Scattered, the Samaritans, and the Sorcerer | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Acts 8:4-25 follows the early Christians being scattered, and still proclaiming the Gospel. bringing people together from all walks of life. Join us as we look at the message of Jesus bringing people together where there would division, and compel us to make Him our ultimate treasure. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Adam Skidmore WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT W...
2022-10-23
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Persecuted | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
God is sovereign even over persecution and suffering. How do you remain as followers of Jesus when persecution comes? Pastor Jeff presents three truths in Acts chapter 8 on how to remain faithful. Listen now to Persecuted from Acts 8:1-3. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US: • We...
2022-10-16
50 min
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Death by Discipleship | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What does it look like to genuinely follow Jesus? Join us as we study the Book of Acts and see how true faith always produced obedience to God’s Word. True faith transforms lives, and it results in people who look like Jesus. Listen now to Death by Discipleship from Acts 7:54-60. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams
2022-10-09
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Death by Division | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How do followers of Jesus avoid death by division and continue in obedience to God and His mission? Open with us to Acts chapter 6 as we look at two key components to walking in unity as His Church. Listen now to Death by Division from Acts 6:1-7. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams WE INVITE YOU TO CON...
2022-09-25
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Control and Commitment | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
We are All Witnesses, Part 2 kicks off by opening to Acts chapter 5. We see Peter and the disciples proclaim the Gospel in the face of pain and persecution. Fear should not hold us back from running after our God and proclaiming the Gospel. Why? God is fully in control, and the greatest thing we have in the universe is to walk in the way of Jesus. Listen to and be encouraged today by this message, Control and Commitment from Acts 5:17-42 This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple
2022-09-18
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Nature of Saving Faith | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What does it mean to be a disciple? For a follower of Jesus, a disciple, saving faith is a professed, practiced, and preserving faith. Listen as we dive into the cost of true discipleship and the joy of running the race with perseverance. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US:
2022-09-11
1h 03
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Just Keep Running | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Persevering faith is the core of this week’s message. The question the writer of Hebrews poses is simple: will you continue? Will you run the race to the end? Faithful is he who calls you and he also will do it. Embrace your race. Run without the robe. Welcome the witnesses. Listen to Just Keep Running from Hebrews 12:1-2. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cas...
2022-09-04
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
What’s Happened Will Happen | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How do Christians handle anxiety and uncertainty in a fallen world? We remember that the God who was faithful then will be faithful now. Opening to Psalm 126, we explore these truths: Remember the victories of the past Remember the joys of the future. What’s Happened Will Happen | Psalm 126 This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams ...
2022-08-28
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Who’s in Charge Here? | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
When our best-made plans do not go as planned, we can trust that God redirects us, not to harm us, but to “build” according to His plan and purposes. Why? "Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain." He is the one in charge here! We welcome you to check out Harvest Bible Chapel at one of our six locations across Chicago. You can watch the full service online on YouTube in our series on the Psalms of Ascent. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago....
2022-07-31
52 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The God Who Watches Over Us | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Beginning our new series, we open our Bibles to the Psalms of Ascent. In Psalm 121, we see that God will be with us and watch over us wherever we go and whatever we do. So we can be bold in faith and be encouraged in pain. Join us for the whole six-week series. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Lindsay Olford P...
2022-07-24
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Bigger and Better God | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
God appoints a widow in Elijah’s story to display His character and power. Even in the hardest circumstances in our lives, we see God is in control, He is greater than our idols and desires our faith to be placed in Him. We welcome you to gather with us and grow in community with us at Harvest Bible Chapel. Check out our second sermon in our series Elijah: How Long Will You Waver? from 1 Kings 17:8-16 entitled The Bigger and Better God. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Ex...
2022-06-19
46 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
This Is the Day of Elijah | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
The story of Elijah is about God’s intervening grace. As we begin this new study, we see the boldness of Elijah to point Israel to the one true God and call them back to true worship. The full service is available to watch on YouTube. This podcast is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. Executive Producer: Vanessa Dalrymple Speaker: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Nathaniel Dulski Graphic Design: Andrew Lazzara Social Media: Lindsay Olford Producer: Scott Williams WE INVITE YOU TO CONNECT WITH US...
2022-06-12
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
A Money Story: The Wee Little Man | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Responding to the kindness and mercy of Jesus, Zacchaeus gives to others—not out of duty—but with delight. Check out the full sermon through Luke 19:1-10 as Pastor Jeff Bucknam opens God’s Word in the third message in the series, On the Money. “Our generosity toward others will rise or fall based largely on our sense of God’s generosity toward us.” How do we respond to the grace of God when we receive it - duty or delight?
2022-05-15
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Sad Rich Ruler: A Money Story | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
“The challenge with money is it very easily becomes the source of our joy.” Pastor Jeff Bucknam opens to Luke 18:18-30 and the story of the rich ruler. Join us for our second sermon in our series “On the Money” as we study what God’s Word has to say on the money. Follow along with us! 1. Jesus is Good and His Teaching oN Money is for our Good (v 18-19) 2. Our Money Can Mean more than Money (v 20-23) 3. It’s Really Hard for a Rich Person to be a Christian (v...
2022-05-08
54 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
To Marry or Not to Marry | Dr.Jeff Bucknam
“Singleness is not a burden to carry, but an opportunity to exploit.” - Dr. Jeff Bucknam. Opening to 1 Corinthians 7:25-38, join us as we ask, “How do we live on Kingdom purpose in our singleness and in our marriages?” Watch the full message here! We welcome you to join us for our weekend services at one of our six campuses. Service Times and Locations Saturday Service 5:00 PM | Rolling Meadows Easter Sunday Services 9:00 AM | Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, and Aurora 10:00 AM | Chi...
2022-04-10
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Arrogant Christians? | Dr Jeff Bucknam
Posturing our hearts in humble thankfulness. As followers of Christ, we should not boast in anything we have NOT earned. All we have received is from God. We offer nothing, but Jesus Whom we have received. Watch the full sermon, Arrogant Christians?, preached by Dr. Jeff Bucknam from 1 Corinthians 4:8-21. Dirty Church: 1 Corinthians, Part 1. CONNECT WITH US: https://hbc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/285189 GIVE ONLINE: https://harvestbiblechapel.org/give/ LEARN MORE ABOUT US: • Website: harvestbiblechapel.org/ FOLLOW US ON...
2022-02-27
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Fools Who Have Everything | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
When people brush shoulders with us, do they see indicators of the age to come or this present evil age? People with guaranteed futures live boldly declaring the glory and provision of God. Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens to 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 in a sermon titled, “Fools Who Have Everything,” studying how the Gospel makes us live differently. Dirty Church: 1 Corinthians, Part 1. CONNECT WITH US: https://hbc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/285189 LEARN MORE ABOUT US: • Website: harvestbiblechapel.org/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: • Instagram...
2022-02-20
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
That Time When the Holy Spirit Killed a Couple of Liars | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
The love of money and the love of reputation makes you do crazy stupid things! We see this in Acts 5:1-11 in the strange account of Ananias and Sapphira. Dr. Jeff Bucknam provides us five warnings of the worship of worldly goods and reputation and how to redirect our hearts and our resources for the sake of the Kingdom of God. We welcome you to join us as continue our series We Are All Witnesses | The Book of Acts 🔥 + Saturday at 5:00 PM Rolling Meadows + Sunday at 10:00 AM Rolling Mea...
2021-11-28
51 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Greatly Annoyed Opposition | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
“For we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard…" Acts 4:20 Remembering the resurrection, we turn to Acts 4:1-22, where the first instance of opposition to the Gospel of Jesus took place. Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens the Word and asks us, do you have resurrection boldness? Listen in this week in our series: We Are All Witnesses | The Book of Acts 🔥 + Saturday at 5:00 PM at Rolling Meadows + Sunday at 10:00 AM at Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, Chicago Cathedral, North Shore, and online You are loved!
2021-11-07
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Explaining and Responding to the Gospel | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
The Gospel is a message to be explained and demands a response. Dr. Jeff Bucknam turns to Acts 3:11-26 in a sermon titled Explaining and Responding to the Gospel Join us as we study the Book of Acts | We Are All Witnesses 🔥 + Saturday at 5:00 PM, Rolling Meadows + Sunday at 10:00 AM, Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, Chicago Cathedral, and North Shore Online Service available at 10:00 AM on Sunday You are loved!
2021-10-31
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Marks of a Healthy Church, Part 1 | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
What are the marks of a healthy Church? In Acts chapter 2, we explore the early days of the God’s people – His Church! Dr. Jeff Bucknam helps us examine the first four of these 10 marks; we humbly submit to the study of God’s Word, to sharing with one another in fellowship and knowing God is in charge of the results. Join us as we study the Marks of Healthy Church: Part 1 | Acts 2:42-47 in our series, We Are All Witnesses 🔥 Worship Times: Saturday Service + Rolling Meadows at 5:00 PM
2021-10-10
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The First Christian Sermon | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
True repentance leads to true revival! On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available. Dr. Jeff Bucknam delivers a message on Acts 2:14-41, The First Christian Sermon. On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available! We testify that everyone who calls on the name of Jesus, turns from their sin and acknowledge their need of God’s forgiveness, will be saved indeed. Join us in watching our Sunday service from the Book of Acts | We Are All Wi...
2021-10-06
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The First Christian Sermon | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
True repentance leads to true revival! On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available. Dr. Jeff Bucknam delivers a message on Acts 2:14-41, The First Christian Sermon. On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available! We testify that everyone who calls on the name of Jesus, turns from their sin and acknowledge their need of God’s forgiveness, will be saved indeed. Join us in watching our Sunday service from the Book of Acts | We Are All Wi...
2021-10-06
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The First Christian Sermon | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
True repentance leads to true revival! On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available. Dr. Jeff Bucknam delivers a message on Acts 2:14-41, The First Christian Sermon. On the day of Pentecost, Peter preached a message: Judgement is coming, but deliverance is available! We testify that everyone who calls on the name of Jesus, turns from their sin and acknowledge their need of God’s forgiveness, will be saved indeed. Join us in watching our Sunday service from the Book of Acts | We Are All Wi...
2021-10-03
50 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Prayer, Plans and Providence | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Studying the parallel lines between God’s providence, man’s free will and the power of praying God’s promises. Dr. Jeff Bucknam explores the election of Matthias to the Apostles in Acts 1:12-26 in the series, We Are All Witnesses. Check out this weeks sermon on igniting our prayers and claiming God’s promises! In-person service meets at 9:00 AM at Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, and North Shore. And in-person at Chicago Cathedral at 10:00 AM. Online services are available at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM central at hbconline.org/ Harvest Bible Chapel exists to glori...
2021-09-19
47 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
We Are All Witnesses | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
We are here for the Mission Opening our new sermon series, Dr. Jeff Bucknam kicks us off in Acts 1:1-11. Dr. Jeff Bucknam. The Church has been given a mission, to proclaim that the Kingdom of God has arrived through Jesus Christ! “It is the duty of those who are entrusted with the Gospel to endeavor to make it known among all nations.” —William Carey Check out the full sermon in our series The Book of Acts: We Are All Witnesses 🔥 In-person service meets at 5:00 PM Saturday at Rolling Meadows. Sunday at 9:00 A...
2021-09-12
45 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
God Is Great and We Are Not | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
“Always the most revealing thing about the Church is her idea of God.” —A. W. Tozer Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens to the book of Isaiah to when Isaiah encountered the holiness of God. Our concept of God should not only be great, but should greatly transform our lives. God is Great and We are Not | Isaiah 6:1-13. When we encounter a Holy God, it transforms our worship forever! We welcome you to join us for our in-person or online services. In-person service meets at 9:00 AM at Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal...
2021-09-05
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Making Sense of the Pain | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
In the darkest moments, why does God seem so silent? If God is good, how do we make sense of the pain? Join us as Dr. Jeff Bucknam gives a comforting message on human suffering and God’s sovereignty from Job 42:1-6 | Making Sense of the Pain. We welcome you to join us for our in-person or online services. In-person service meets at 9:00 AM at Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, and North Shore. And in-person at Chicago Cathedral at 10:00 AM. Online services are available at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM central at hbconline.org/
2021-08-29
47 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Taking Care of Business and the Home | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Welcoming words of wisdom for our work and home life! Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens God’s Word to Ephesians 6:1-9, providing words for kids, parents, workers, and bosses. Listen to the full sermon, Taking Care of Business and the Home, in our series Ephesians: Living in Light of Our Eternal Portfolio. We welcome you to join us for our in-person or online services. You are loved! Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, and North Shore + 9:00 AM In-person and Online Chicago Cathedral ...
2021-08-15
49 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Love and Marriage | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Yielding our lives to the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens God’s Word to Ephesians 5:22-33 and the powerful instruction given to husbands and wives to represent the Gospel in their marriages. Listen and join our series, Living in Light of Our Eternal Portfolio. In-person service meets at 9:00 AM at Rolling Meadows, Elgin, Crystal Lake, Aurora, and North Shore. And in-person at Chicago Cathedral at 10:00 AM. Online services are available at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM central at hbconline.org/
2021-08-08
47 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
The Curious Case of Cold Christians | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
How do genuine Christians handle half-hearted ones? We live under a new Kingdom, a new Master, and in the Light of God. Therefore, as His children, we walk in the light and expose the darkness in grace. Listen to the full sermon here. Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens God’s Word to Ephesians 5:7-14, continuing our series: Living in Light of Our Eternal Portfolio. May we walk in God’s way—in His love and in His Light!
2021-07-25
46 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Be Who You Are | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Thanking God for His goodness! Dr. Jeff Bucknam opens God’s Word to Ephesians 5:1-6 and expounds upon our identity as beloved children of God in our Living In Light of Our Eternal Portfolio series. Because of His goodness, as beloved children, we seek to imitate our Savior’s love. We are set apart to live differently - living in light of who we are in Christ. Be Who You Are in Christ this day! Listen to the full sermon here. Join us on Sundays online at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. We are welcoming everyone to join us in p...
2021-07-18
48 min
Harvest Bible Chapel
Four Soils | Dr. Jeff Bucknam
Listening to Dr. Jeff Bucknam's first sermon on the Four Soils | Luke 8:4-15 at Harvest Bible Chapel. Pastor Jeff shares his heart passion: "Through blood, sweat, and tears, I desire to see people live and die happy in Jesus." Of the Four Soils, the Good Soil, are a people READY to hear the Word, hold to it fast, and bear fruit for Gospel ministry.
2021-05-23
43 min
The Deep Thoughts Podcast with Matt Shantz
Season 2. Episode 7. “The One About Depression" (with Jeff Bucknam)
Anxiety and depression are more common than ever. It’s more than likely that you or someone you love experiences depression. And yet, the church hasn’t always done a good job of supporting those with depression. In fact, sometimes the church has contributed to the pain, either by ill-timed advice or just plain bad theology. Matt’s guest opens up about his depression and clears up a number of these harmful missteps. Season 2 of The Deep Thoughts Podcast engages some deep thinkers on a number of topics that are gripping many of our current cultural conversations. *Dis...
2020-02-21
36 min