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Fuel Your Mind With Your Day With A High-Impact Full Audiobook.Every Valley: The Story of Handel’s Messiah by Charles KingPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/773652to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Every Valley: The Story of Handel’s Messiah
Author: Charles King
Narrator: Juliet Stevenson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: November 7, 2024
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. Every Valley is a glittering narrative history of intertwined lives that tells the story behind one of the greatest pieces of music ever written, Handel's Messiah. London - Dublin, 1741-42. An actress mired in scandal plans her escape from an abusive husband. A penniless sea captain sets out to rescue the city’s abandoned infants. An African Musl...
2024-11-0710h 42Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in History, WorldEvery Valley: The Story of Handel’s Messiah by Charles KingPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/773652to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Every Valley: The Story of Handel’s Messiah
Author: Charles King
Narrator: Juliet Stevenson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 42 minutes
Release date: November 7, 2024
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. Every Valley is a glittering narrative history of intertwined lives that tells the story behind one of the greatest pieces of music ever written, Handel's Messiah. London - Dublin, 1741-42. An actress mired in scandal plans her escape from an abusive husband. A penniless sea captain sets out to rescue the city’s abandoned infants. An African Musl...
2024-11-0710h 42
Relish The Full Audiobook That Keeps Knowledge Hunters Hooked.Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah by Charles KingPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/760960to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah
Author: Charles King
Narrator: Juliet Stevenson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 46 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah. 'A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure.'—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World 'A bo...
2024-10-2910h 46Get Hooked On Into A Eye-Opening Full Audiobook While Cooking.Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah by Charles KingPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/760960to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah
Author: Charles King
Narrator: Juliet Stevenson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 46 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist Charles King, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah 'A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure.'—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World 'A book...
2024-10-2910h 46Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in History, WorldEvery Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah by Charles KingPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/760960to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah
Author: Charles King
Narrator: Juliet Stevenson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 46 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah. 'A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure.'—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World 'A bo...
2024-10-2910h 46
Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentEvery Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah by Charles KingPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/760960 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah Author: Charles King Narrator: Juliet Stevenson Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 46 minutes Release date: October 29, 2024 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist Charles King, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah 'A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure.'—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World...
2024-10-2910 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Gospel According to U2 | We Get to Carry Each OtherThe Faith of the Next Generation Matters Now. It's one of Messiah's five core values, and in this teaching Hannah Lang, our Director of Kid's Ministry, joins Pastor Jim to issue a challenge. It's not enough to learn about our faith, we must also put our beliefs into action if we're serious about passing them on to our kids, grandkids—and all the generations after them.
2024-04-2931 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Bad Boys of Lent: Week 1 | CaiaphasCaiaphas was the high priest during Jesus's ministry. He refused to see Jesus for who He really was in order to keep his grip on power. He had so many chances to recognize the Messiah, but Caiaphas couldn't contain the chaos around him. Where do you see yourself in Caiaphas's story?1 SeenLike
2024-02-1923 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: Jubilee | Week 6Our God is the God of abundance, not scarcity. He has a purpose for that abundance, and in this message we're looking at the many ways God is blessing Messiah to be a light to others in our community. It's a day of celebration!
2024-02-1131 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: The Magi | Week 1
How great would it be if values like rest, prayer, simplicity, and generosity defined our life today? Unfortunately, we're more than likely living with feelings of busyness, loneliness, overwhelm, and a mindset of scarcity. But it doesn't have to be this way! Jesus models a life of abundance, and it can be ours too if we seek to live like He lived. Over the next six weeks Messiah invites you to learn from Jesus how to make changes in your life so that you can better live it in the fullness that God intended for you! In...
2024-01-0730 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Book of Mark: Week 10 | Exploring the Life of Jesus: The Crucified KingThis week, the action in the Book of Mark has hit its climax with the crucifixion of the One whom the apostles worshipped as their Savior. This event makes them question all their assumptions about what a Messiah would like like, and it demonstrates how upside-down His kingdom truly is. We're almost at the end of our journey through Mark, but we still have much to learn. In this message Pastor Chuck Schlie examines the details in Mark that surround the crucifixion.
2023-11-1926 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWorship: Week 4 | It's More Than You Think: Sing!Singing is a big part of worship. At Messiah, the time we spend singing is second only to the time we spend listening to the message from God's Word. Ever wonder why singing is such a big part of worship? Pastor Chuck Schlie explores this aspect of the service,
2023-08-1335 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMasterpiece: Week 4 | The Healing of the Lepers at CapernaumWe all desire belonging and to feel as if our lives matter. In this message, Messiah's Director of Student Ministry, Ryan Pfendler, explores this topic through the James Tissot painting "The Healing of the Lepers at Capernaum."
2023-06-2522 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis is Our Story: The Heart of Messiah: Week 3Over 500 years ago, Martin Luther launched a movement that would forever change the church. Today, we have the opportunity to continue his legacy and bring hope to our community through promises found in God's Word. Let's hear these ancient words with modern ears and be awed by their timelessness.
2022-11-0628 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis is Our Story: The Heart of Messiah Week 2In the Bible, the Tribe of Issachar had a special discernment to read the signs of the times to help Israel make decisions. The Church today needs this discernment so we can fulfill the mission Jesus sets before us. What does the re-FORmation look like in 2022? What does God want the church to be about?
2022-10-3034 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis Is Our Story: The Heart of MessiahWe’re celebrating Messiah’s 35 years with a look back at all God’s done through us and dreaming about the future He has in store for us.
2022-10-2426 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesLost in Transition Week 5 | The Golden GirlsWe've reached the end of our life stage journey. Messiah wraps up this series by looking at the final life stage of retirement. For many, this brings the joy of grandkids, travel, and more leisure. But like any stage, it has its challenges. Hear from Pastor Jim how to thrive in this stage — just like the foursome that inspires the title of this last message.
2022-09-0532 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesLost In Transition“Middle School was the best time of my life!” Said no one ever. Transitions are hard, and some are harder than others. Messiah’s new worship series is here to help you make the best of whatever age and stage you are in. With help from God’s Word, our pastors are journeying with us through our lives to help you thrive instead of just survive. This first message looks at the transition from childhood to adolescence.
2022-08-0725 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWalk the Talk: Give UpNo, Messiah's not telling you to throw in the towel or resign yourself to failure. Hardly! Giving up for Jesus involves surrendering your life to His will ... and your earthly blessings to Him in thanksgiving. Yep, it's a money talk.
2022-02-1432 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWalk The Talk: Raise UpWhat's the faith of the next generation worth? If you've been around Messiah for awhile, you know the answer is "everything." Let's RAISE UP! our young Jesus-followers.
2022-02-0733 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesChristmas Traditions: Christmas At ChurchIt's Christmas FOR St. Charles
2021-12-2424 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesChristmas Traditions: Neighborhood Christmas LightsWhat does it mean to be a light to the nations? In this message, Pastor Jim will help you see your faith as a light of hope for your neighbor in the second week of Messiah's Christmas Traditions series.
2021-12-0628 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesChristmas Traditions: Christmas at Grandma'sMatthew's Gospel account of Jesus's life and mission begins with a genealogy list of the generations that preceded the Messiah. Pastor Jim teaches on how this list of names sheds light on God's relationship with His creation — and what it means that sinners like us are so well represented in Jesus's family lineage.
2021-11-2826 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesreFORmed: We Are A Movement, Not An InstitutionWhat do you picture when you think of "church"? Is it a dynamic group of people who are living and loving as Jesus did — through service to others and radical self-sacrifice? Or do you see a building full of nice people content to worship God on Sunday mornings and end the weekly commitment to Jesus there? Both versions are accurate, but only one is truly biblical. Messiah is being called to become a movement, not an institution. In this message, Chuck Schlie examines the difference between the two and teaches on why the church God is calling us to be...
2021-11-0829 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesreFORmed - The Church God is Calling Us to BeFor too long, the church has been known for what it's against. We want to be known for what we are for. On this Vision Sunday, Pastor Jim answers an important question: What kind of church is God calling Messiah to become?
2021-11-0123 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 073: In Praise of the Messiah, In Praise of Jesus. Psalm 45, Psalm TuesdayCan I just say that the Psalms always seem to bring the heights of creativity and eloquent expression to bear in the worshiping of God? For example, here in this psalm, we find a poem that, on the surface, looks like one praising a king on his wedding day. Yet, under the surface, it is actually one praising the messiah and celebrating a believer’s relationship with him. This Messiah, according to the quoting of this Psalm in Hebrews chapter 1, is none other than Jesus. Which makes the believers all of us who believe in him. Yes, I know! To...
2021-10-1911 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesBurned Out - Circle UpMessiah's Community Groups provide a place where we can know and be known by others. In addressing burnout and the anxiety that accompanies it oftentimes, it's important for Christians not to isolate. God made us for community!
2021-10-1723 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesDefying Gravity: The Great AdventureDefying Gravity: The Great Adventure (Week 3)
It’s one of the most celebratory times of the year here at Messiah—Jubilee Sunday. It’s a day set aside to rejoice in all that God has done for us and offer our thanks through gifts above and beyond our tithes and offerings. Pastor Chuck hits on some highlights of this most unusual year and encourages you in your faith walk as you become a more committed follower of Jesus.
It’s through the free gift of God’s grace that we are able to live as redeemed s...
2021-03-1430 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesI'm Broken / I'm Ok (Week 4)Messiah wraps up I'm Broken/I'm OK with a message on how to "Surrender Stronger." Our video testimony this week is from a couple who learned to seek God's will for their lives and their relationship. This Sunday, learn more about the kintsugi bowl that Pastor Jim has been using as a visual metaphor for this series. It's an amazing story of God's grace and our resilience when it comes to healing the brokenness in our lives.
2021-01-2436 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesI'm Broken / I'm Ok (Week 3)From its beginning, Christianity has been all about community. The early followers of Jesus traveled together, dined together, and worshiped together. We were called to be in community with one another. In worship on Sunday, Pastor Jim will explain why God designed us for community and how togetherness can help heal our brokenness. We'll also learn how Community Groups at Messiah will connect you relationally so you can grow spiritually.
2021-01-1729 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis Is Us: The Next Generation Matters NowMessiah is committed to the idea that the Faith of the Next Generation Matters NOW. Pastor Jim explains why it's one of Messiah's core values, and what we are doing to ensure our faith gets passed down to the generations that come after us.
2020-11-2324 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis Is Us: Life is Better ConnectedDespite social media networks that keep us more connected than ever before, loneliness is endemic in our society today. The importance of being in community with others was a focus of the early church and one that Messiah wants to help you with today. Our Community Group ministry is here to connect you with others to strengthen your faith and offer support. Our new groups launch in January. In this message, Pastor Chuck Schlie offers you reasons to join a group. To learn more, visit messiahstcharles.org/join-a-community-group/
2020-11-1523 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis Is Us: Saved People Serve PeopleWhen Jesus walked the earth, He had a mission that His followers didn't always understand. His ministry was marked by service and (ultimately) sacrifice. He sought out opportunities to help those who needed Him and asked His disciples to do the same. As His followers today, we are also urged to do as He did. We are to Love Him through service to others. It's the Jesus Way. If you've been feeling that pull to service, we're making it easy to get involved. On Sunday our message topic is Saved People Serve People. We'll give you reasons why service...
2020-11-0228 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThis is Us: Found People Find PeopleAs the Church, we have an important job to do, and the stakes are high. So many of our neighbors aren't connected to Jesus. The reasons are many, and it's up to US to find them and meet them where they're at. Pastor Jim begins our new worship series "This is Us" with the topic 'Found People Find People.'
2020-10-2537 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStart Here: Why the Church?The church is full of sinners—in its worshipers and its leaders. All of us fall short of God's standards on a regular basis. We sin, we seek forgiveness (or we don't, and thereby commit more sin!), and we begin the cycle all over again. Why, then, did God create such an imperfect institution to deliver His perfect message? That's an excellent question and one we consider as we wrap up "Start Here: Building a Relationship with Jesus." In this message, find out why the church is important—to Jesus and your faith.
2020-10-1832 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHow Should I Live?To be sanctified means to be set apart. But not in a way that elevates you above others. Instead, it's a way for Jesus's light and love to shine through you so that others can see Him. Think of this line from a song you've likely heard before: "They'll know we are Christians by our love." If we live like Christ wants us to live, His love radiates and the Gospel spreads.
In this message we consider an important question..."How Should I Live?" Pastor Jim will be talking prayer, service, giving, and other acts that sanctify us...
2020-10-1131 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStart Here: Why Should I Care?Start Here: Why Should I Care?
It's true—if we don't see something's usefulness, it's easy to feel indifferent toward it. When you think of the Ten Commandments, you might picture old stone tablets with words like "Thou shalt not" written on them and wonder what coveting a donkey has to do with your life today. Pastor Chuck teaches how these commandments from God can bring you into closer relationship with Him and others. With proper use, they are guidelines for a good life.
2020-10-0430 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStart Here: How Am I Saved?What's for dinner?
Did I remember to pay the water bill?
What time is Aiden's soccer match tomorrow?
Where will I spend eternity?
Our minds are full of questions as we go about our day-to-day lives. Our eternal salvation probably isn't a huge concern on a typical day. But we do have thoughts that creep into our minds and we wonder if we're on the right track, spiritually speaking.
Sometimes it's helpful to just go back to basics. In this message we're looking at confession, forgiveness, and baptism to answer the question "How...
2020-09-2729 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStart Here: Who Is God?God reveals Himself in the Trinity, and the Trinity is explained in the Christian Church's historic creeds. Pastor Chuck Schlie looks at the Apostle's Creed in more depth to better answer a question that is so foundational to our faith—"Who is God?" If you've ever struggled to explain just who God is and why we recite creeds as a congregation, watch the first part of Start Here: Building a Relationship with Jesus.
2020-09-2228 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesReligion & Politics: Yes, We're Going there!It's a contentious time in our country. There's an important election coming up, and there are opinions on it everywhere you turn. You may find yourself wondering, how should a follower of Christ respond? This timely and special message from Pastor Jim on "Religion & Politics" will encourage us to stand united in a divisive season—regardless of political party affiliations.
2020-09-1334 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesBinge Worthy: Sieged!Your choice for the Action category, Sieged!, tells the story of the Battle of Jericho. In it, we meet a ragtag group of God's people who are reluctant to follow the instructions they've been given to take the town of Jericho from its child-sacrificing, idol-worshiping occupants. The Israelites are scared. They know they don't stand a chance against these fierce, bloodthirsty people. Or do they?
2020-09-0626 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesBinge Worthy: Unfaithful: A Love StoryYour choice for the Drama category, Unfaithful: A Love Story, is the message topic in the second installment of Binge Worthy. In this story, we meet Hosea and his unfaithful wife Gomer. Despite Gomer's numerous infidelities and betrayals, Hosea doesn't stop loving her and doesn't give up on their relationship. Will his love be enough to save their marriage? What does their story reveal about God's emotions?
2020-08-3034 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesBinge Worthy: Go and Sin No MoreThis Sunday we're going deep into scripture to examine why this text of the woman caught in adultery resonates so strongly with us. Sin is front and center in this tale, but Jesus deftly turns the tables on the morality mob in a way they never expected.
2020-08-2325 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Guilt to GraceWe're circling back to the Easter story to look at the disciple Peter. At Jesus's crucifixion, Peter fell far. He promised Jesus he would not leave His side. But when the authorities closed in on Jesus, Peter denied Him three times. Fortunately, we worship a God of love and forgiveness, and Peter's fall from grace was temporary. As we wrap up this series, Peter's story is our story and his Comeback is the ultimate example that with God, It's Never Too Late, and You're Never Too Far.
2020-08-1626 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Lost to FoundYou’ve likely heard the Parable of the Prodigal Son before—younger son takes his inheritance and sqaunders it. Nevertheless, his father welcomes him back home and celebrates his return. The older son is bitter and refuses to join the party. Tomorrow, hear Pastor Jim present this story in a way you may not have heard before.
2020-08-0927 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Judgment to CompassionOur capacity for sin is great, which makes our need for a Savior even greater. Fortunately, we worship a God who wants to show mercy to His creation. You may recall the story of Jonah in the belly of a whale. If you think it's just about a big fish, we invite you to view this message. The story of Jonah is all about going "From Judgment to Compassion," and Pastor Chuck will explain how.
2020-08-0232 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Defeat to VictoryToday we go “From Defeat to Victory” in a story from the Bible that features the Old Testament prophet Deborah.
2020-07-2632 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Captive to FreeIn the face of setbacks, how do you keep from giving up? When it feels like nothing is going right, can you possibly look forward to anything? The Bible says, YES! There are so many stories of people facing tremendous challenges. In this message, Pastor Jim is looking at Moses and his efforts to bring his people out of slavery in Egypt and back to their homeland. With God, there's always hope for a comeback!
2020-07-1929 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Comeback: From Hurt to HopeOur new worship series "The Comeback" begins with a message all about moving on from hurt to hope. We know it's not an easy feat, and we aren't promising you simple answers. But what we can offer is a vision for suffering that connects you to your Savior Jesus. The Bible is full of people in desperate situations. Learn from one of them how God takes you "From Hurt to Hope."
2020-07-1224 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go - Return To Your City"Oh, the Places You'll Go!" comes to an end this Sunday with a prophecy from Elisha for a starving city under siege that God will supply them with food. It's a bold promise, and one that an officer of the king openly rejects. But through some leperous outcasts, good news reaches the palace that God has indeed provided for the people in a most miraculous way. On Sunday, learn what this Old Testament miracle has to say to us today about sharing the hope of Jesus with the world.
2020-07-0526 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go - Down by the RiverLeprosy was once a feared disease that had no cure. Naaman, a general in the Syrian army, has leprosy, and he thinks his money and power can save him. But in God's Kingdom, it doesn't work like that. Naaman needs to humble himself and trust in the true God before he can be healed—physically and spiritually.
2020-06-2927 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesListen to Pastor Jim's Message About Racial EqualityOur Senior Pastor Jim Mueller addressed racism during a recent worship service. You can view his words to out community on the video below.
2020-06-2208 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go - Fly in the SkyIn today's message, Pastor Jim shows how the story of Elijah passing the baton on to Elisha relates to our story and the story of the church today. On this Father's Day, we consider the legacy we're leaving the next generation. Pastor Jim has a special message on the Bible's condemnation of racism and announced the resources Messiah has put together on our website to listen to Black voices and further the dialogue around this important topic. Visit Messiah's Racial Unity Resources page.
2020-06-2234 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go - Stroll Through a VineyardThough we don't like to admit it, our material goods can play quite a large role in our lives. As we will see in the story of King Ahab and his neighbor's vineyard, just because we possess a lot does not mean that we don't want to possess more. It's trap we are in, and it does affect our lives negatively. On Sunday, learn how you can fight the urge to acquire more and why it's so necessary to our well-being to look beyond ourselves to fully appreciate God's gift to all of us of His Son.
2020-06-1522 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go: Exploring a CaveWe go deep into a cave where the prophet Elijah is hiding out from King Ahab. He's all alone and doesn't see an end to the darkness—both literal and metaphorical—that's all around him. Come "Explore a Cave" with Messiah and see how God rescues His prophet (and His people) from the gloom we can sometimes find ourselves in.
2020-06-0825 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesOh, The Places You'll Go: Up on a MountainThe first message of our summer worship series, "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" begins with an epic showdown on Mount Carmel. The Prophet Elijah confronts the false prophets of Baal with an awesome demonstration of God's power. Hear how it all goes down and how this tale relates to your own journey in life. Pastor Jim begins our new message series with "Up on a Mountain."
2020-05-3130 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face: Running OutPastor Jim Mueller closes out our "Punch Fear in the Face" series with a message on the fear of Running Out of your resources. He shows us that faith in Jesus means we never have to fear not having enough.
2020-05-2525 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face: FailureWe're not comfortable with failure. We certainly don't want others to know how we fall short. We really only want to disclose our failures in the context of how they led to our successes. In the world's view, your failure is tied up to your self-worth. In God's view, your failures are meaningless. They're an insignificant part of your story. In this message, learn to see yourself as God sees you—a creation made in His own image who will always live under His grace and acceptance.
2020-05-1725 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face - Your Kids' FuturePastor Jim Mueller gives a Mother's Day message that revolves around the accounts of the raising of Jairus's daughter and the woman who bled for 12 years, as told in Mark 5. Through these stories, we learn to trust God with our circumstances and not fret so much over our kids' future.
2020-05-1122 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face: DeathDeath is a part of life. That doesn't make it any less scary. Hear Pastor Chuck Schlie confront the fear of death and punch it in the face. You may never look at it the same way again.
2020-05-0422 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face: The Storms of LifeWe’re all navigating some choppy waters these days. Fortunately, we’re not in the boat all alone. In this message we’ll hear the story of Jesus calming the storm, and there’s a lot in there that we can learn about tuning our mind to God’s will for our lives and learning to trust the One who has ultimate control over the “Storms of Life.”
2020-04-2717 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesPunch Fear in the Face: Being Locked InGot anxiety? You're not alone, and your reaction to current events is totally normal. We're bored, lonely, stir-crazy, and primed for fear taking over. Our new message series confronts our modern day fears and anxieties and applies some Biblical wisdom on combating them. Our first message in this series deals with the familiar feeling of "Being Locked In."
2020-04-2027 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesEaster SundayMessiah celebrates our Savior's victory over sin, death, and the devil! Pastor Chuck Schlie leads us through some important details in John's Gospel account of the Resurrection that are hidden in plain sight!
2020-04-1523 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesGood FridaySuffering. That word has been redefined in recent weeks. Before the joy of Easter, we must journey through the suffering of Good Friday.
2020-04-1120 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMaundy Thursday: Holy Week 2020It happened. We remember. The great sacrifice begins with Maundy Thursday worship.
2020-04-1024 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStranger Things: Week 4 - Palm SundayOn Palm Sunday, Jesus makes a triumphal entrance into Jerusalem. On this first day of Holy Week, Pastor Jim Mueller considers how Jesus viewed the city, knowing that the cheers would turn to scorn later that week.
2020-04-0923 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStranger Things: PossessionPastor Jim Mueller continues "Stranger Things" with a message on demon possession. It's a fascinating and scary topic, but our message is rooted in the hope that is found in Jesus.
2020-03-3025 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStranger Things: AfflictionDo current events have you worried? Do you find yourself checking the news more often than you should? if you’re stressed and anxious right now, the devil couldn’t be happier. He revels in misfortune, and we certainly have our share of it on this side of heaven. Our “Stranger Things” message series is looking at the devil and how he works. This message deals with the issues of suffering and affliction as told through the story of Job.
2020-03-2329 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesStranger Things: TemptationThe devil knows what he needs to do to separate you from God. You heard the statistic that 35% of Christians don't believe he exists. He is not only real; he is powerful and you're wearing a target. Our “Stranger Things” message series is exposing his tactics and arming you for the fight. Don't be complacent—there is a battle, and you're in it. Series begins with a look at how Satan uses Temptation against God's people. We'll expose his methods and learn from our Savior how to effectively fight them.
2020-03-1631 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesIn God We Trust - God's BlessingsIt's a day of celebration! We wrapped up "In God We Trust" with our annual Jubilee Sunday celebration in praise of all of God's blessings. Watch and learn how to build a trusting relationship with God.
2020-03-0830 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesIn God We Trust - Where Your Mouth IsWith all this talk of money, you might be experiencing some anxiety around the topic. Perhaps you're wondering how you can give first fruit gifts and still be financially OK. We get it! This Sunday's message will help alleviate some of your questions and show you that generosity is possible, no matter your circumstances.
2020-03-0131 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesIn God We Trust - Act Your WageThough it's easy to look around and think that you aren't any better off—and maybe even worse—than your neighbor, you can't give in to that scarcity mentality. God has blessed us abundantly here in St. Charles, and we want to help you fight the mindset that you need more than what you have.
2020-02-2329 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesIn God We Trust - God's M&MsEvery dollar in our pocket is printed with a simple slogan—”In God We Trust.” Yet too often our trust is placed in anything but God. We place our faith in money, possessions, health, and security, and fear not having enough of what we need. This mindset begs the question, Is God abundant, or are His resources limited? We consider this question today in worship.
2020-02-1628 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - Image of the ChurchTODAY’S MESSAGE What’s God’s image of His Church? Does it align with our image of it? If not, what can we do about it? Our current message series concludes today with an examination of what God’s image for His church looks like. Do your intentions line up with God’s?
2020-02-0930 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - ImageWho are you? Beyond your name, occupation, and family position, you're someone the Bible calls "fearfully and wonderfully made." So what does that mean? Believe it or not, you're God's image-bearer, and that means a lot. So while you may be a person who sins daily and messes things up on the regular, you're still a valuable part of God's kingdom. You’ll learn from our special guest Carl just who God thinks you are.
2020-02-0228 min
Messiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - LegacyHave you given much thought to your legacy? Have you assessed your life and thought about the impact that you have had on others? You no doubt hope the impressions you’ve left are positive ones. We all strive to be a blessing to our friends and family in our words and deeds. Though important, that’s just one aspect of our legacy. On the practical side, have you ever considered how your earthly treasures will be distributed when you die? Or what sort of spiritual heritage you will have left your family? These are weighty questions, and we will...
2020-01-2624 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - AttitudesYou've heard it said that "Attitude is everything." Like all clichés, there's truth to the saying. Through the story of Joseph and his slavery in Egypt, we look at how we can be grateful to God for all that He does for us--even in difficult circumstances.
2020-01-1927 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - RelationshipsScripture: Acts 10:9-16 | Matthew 9:9-13. On Sunday our message taught us how to live a more fulfilling life by refocusing your priorities, relationships, attitude, and legacy. We looked at relationships and invite you to join or recommit to a Community Group at messiah in this new year.
2020-01-1230 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly Messages(re)Focus Your 2020 Vision - Week 1Today's Scripture: Daniel 12:1-4 | Luke 2:36-40. The new year is made for new beginnings. Messiah is here to help you with your resolutions for personal and spiritual growth in our six week series. "ReFocus: Your 20/20 Vision."
2020-01-0525 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope For Everyone - Week 6When life doesn't go our way we often respond with anger, doubt, or disappointment, and the Christmas season can intensify these emotions. But through the story of the first Christmas, we see God bringing hope in difficult circumstances. The love of God and the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus bring hope to everyone.
2019-12-2921 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope for Everyone - Week 5The Christmas celebration began over 2000 years ago when the Creator of heaven and earth stepped into His creation - as a baby! He did this because He loves you and wants to restore His relationship with you. Truly this is good news of great joy! Our pray is that you will be filled with true HOPE and PEACE today as we are reminded that Christmas changes everything.
2019-12-2414 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope for Everyone - Week 4Scripture for today's message: Luke 2:8-15 and Corinthians 1:26-28. The love of God and the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus bring hope to everyone. As the angel said to the shepherds when he announced Jesus birth in Luke 2:10: "I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people." The Gospel is a message that truly brings HOPE for Everyone!
2019-12-2225 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope for Everyone - Week 3Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 | Isaiah 7:11-14. The love of God and the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus bring hope to everyone. Through Joseph's story in today's message, hear how to face fear in your life and do the right thing.
2019-12-1527 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope For Everyone - Week 2In today's message, we hear how to stay hopeful when your circumstances in life are not what you'd thought they'd be, and not at all what you envisioned for yourself. There is HOPE when your plans are disrupted if you trust that God has everything under control.
2019-12-0827 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesHope for Everyone - Week 1Dec. 1, 2019 | "Hope For Everyone" | Luke 1:5-13, 17-20 | Malachi 4:1-2, 5-6 | Rev. Mueller
2019-12-0125 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMr. Roger's Neighborhood - Mr. Roger's NeighborhoodGod's goodness is all around our neighborhood, but it's up to us to seek it and find it. When we do, we have a reason to give thanksgiving every day! Proverbs 15:13-17 and Luke 17:11-19.
2019-11-2427 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMr. Roger's Neighborhood - Living Good In Your Hood"You Are Special Just The Way You Are". Live life well through life applications found in Proverbs and examined through the wisdom found in "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood."
2019-11-1724 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMr. Roger's Neighborhood - Use Kind WordsLiving Good In Your Hood series, week 2.
2019-11-1027 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesMr. Roger's Neighborhood - Won't You Be My NeighborNov. 3, 2019 | Message | "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" | Proverbs 1:1-7 | Luke 6:27-31| Rev. Mueller
2019-11-0333 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Bible For Grown Ups - What is the Point of the Bible?Oct. 27, 2019 | "What Is The Point Of The Bible | Romans 3:21-28 | Matthew 13:44-46 | Rev. Schlie
2019-10-2728 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Bible For Grown Ups - Hard, Modern Questions About the BibleOct. 20, 2019 | Hard, Modern Questions about the Bible | Pastors Mueller & Schlie
2019-10-2037 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Bible for Grown Ups - What is In the Bible?Oct. 13, 2019 | "What Is In the Bible?" | Hebrews 1:1-4 | John 20:30-31 | Rev. Don Matzat
2019-10-1334 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesThe Bible For Grown Ups - How Did We Get the BibleOct. 6, 2019 | "How Did We Get the Bible?" | 2 Timothy 3:14-17 | Luke 1:1-4 | Rev. Mueller
2019-10-0627 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About OthersSept. 29, 2019 | "Others" | Romans 12:9-18 | Matthew 22:34-40 | Rev. Schlie
2019-09-2928 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About MarriageSept. 22, 2019 | Message | "Marriage" | Ephesians 5:25-31 | Mark 10:6-9 | Rev. Mueller
2019-09-2235 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About SadnessSept. 15, 2019 | Message | "Sadness" | Romans 5:1-8 | Matthew 11:27-30 | Rev. Schlie
2019-09-1530 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About FriendsSept. 8, 2019 | Message | "Friends" | Proverbs 17:17-22 | John 15:13-17 | Rev. Mueller
2019-09-0833 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About WorkSeptember 1, 2019 | Message | "Work" | Ephesians 6:5-9 | Luke 5:4-9 | Rev. Matzat
2019-09-0128 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About ParentingAugust 25, 2019 | Message | "Parenting" | Deuteronomy 7:1-9 | Mark 10:13-16 | Rev. Schlie
2019-08-2530 minMessiah St. Charles Weekly MessagesWhat Happy People Know About Themselves8-18-19 | "What happy people know" WK 1 | Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, 24-26 | John 15:7-12 | Rev. Mueller
2019-08-1829 min