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The Chapel | SermonsArroganceWe all wrestle with pride at times. In "Arrogance," Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches from a time in David's life when his pride and arrogance took over, and how he overcame it. In contrast, Jesus modeled humility and service. We can resist arrogance is by following His example.Ted Voltmer | August 18, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2024-08-2029 min
The Chapel | SermonsFinish the Work: Staying FocusedIn “Finish the Work: Staying Focused,” Pastor Ted Voltmer encourages us to learn from Nehemiah about how to stay focused on God’s vision, and remain steadfast in our purpose. We will face opposition and distractions, but we should not let them stop us! Like Nehemiah, we should pray for strength and trust God to provide what is needed to fulfill His purposes. Ted Voltmer | May 5, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2024-05-061h 15
The Chapel | SermonsKeep Going: When Opposition ComesIn “Keep Going: When Opposition Comes,” Pastor Ted Voltmer reminds us that when we are on the receiving end of criticism, we can learn from Nehemiah’s example of prayer, encouragement, and action because they are based on Nehemiah knowing his identity and purpose. Ted Voltmer | April 28, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2024-04-2927 min
The Chapel | SermonsClarifying Your VisionIn "Clarifying Your Vision," Pastor Ted Voltmer walks us through Nehemiah 2 and shows us that a strong vision is prayerful, personal, practical, and purposeful. God was leading Nehemiah to do great things and He can do the same for you! April 21, 2024 | Ted VoltmerVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2024-04-2229 min
The Chapel | SermonsFinding Your PurposeIn “Finding Your Purpose,” Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches from the life of Nehemiah, showing how ordinary people can be given extraordinary purposes, when they allow God to stir something in them. God has equipped each of us uniquely to fulfill a specific purpose, and He longs to do ‘great things’ through us. It will probably feel overwhelming – but that’s OK, because God’s power will help us accomplish the task. Ted Voltmer | April 14, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2024-04-1543 min
The Chapel | SermonsSecond ChancesOur relationship with Jesus changes our past, present, and future. In “Second Chances,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares Peter’s story: Peter loved and followed Jesus, but failed by denying Him three times. He wrestled with guilt and feeling like a failure, something we can all relate to. But, Jesus, in grace, restored Peter and transformed his life! Jesus wants a relationship with each of us – all we need to do is open the door and He will heal our past, empower us in the present, and give us purpose for the future. Ted Voltmer | April 7, 2024Visit our website...2024-04-0828 min
The Chapel | SermonsA Different Kind of SuccessHow do you define success? In “A Different Kind of Success,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares how Jesus redefines success for us. We can either be a Consumer, seeking personal gain from our relationship with Jesus; or a Follower, aligning our desires with His. Following Jesus comes at a cost: we are called to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him. Despite the costs, true Followers gain much more in this world and in the future. Who will you decide to be, a consumer or a follower? March 3, 2024 | Ted VoltmerVisit our website or connect with us o...2024-03-0433 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe GardenIn “The Garden,” Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches from the story of Adam and Eve, where we see how doubt and questioning God’s goodness impacts our connection to God. But more importantly, we see God show up, seeking after Adam and Eve in order to extend forgiveness and restoration. And, He does the same thing in our lives! God’s Grace is such a hard concept to understand, but embracing it is the key to enjoying His Presence. Ted Voltmer | December 3, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-12-0429 min
The Chapel | SermonsChildlike BoldnessBoldness comes from seeing God at work around us, and being willing to risk everything to join Him in that work. In “Childlike Boldness,” Pastor Ted Voltmer and Heather Horn share the story of Esther, whose bold choice to risk her life to save her people shows us how God uses individuals in their unique positions for His purposes. Esther’s story points us to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. By believing in Jesus and relying on His strength, our lives can be marked with childlike boldness. Ted Voltmer | October 15, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Fac...2023-10-1632 min
The Chapel | SermonsChildlike CourageLife is full of situations that can make us fearful. In “Childlike Courage,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares the famous story of David and Goliath. Young David’s example shows us how knowing and trusting in God provides a different perspective and the power overcome fear. Ultimately, this story points us to Jesus, the Champion who defeated the greatest enemies we will ever face: sin and death. By relying on His power and help, we can face any challenge with courage. Ted Voltmer | October 8, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-10-0931 min
The Chapel | SermonsJacob’s LimpSometimes the lessons we have to learn and the changes God wants to make in us can hurt. In “Jacob’s Limp,” Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches from the famous story where God wrestles with Jacob, reminding us that God often has to break us before He can bless us. Though those moments are hard and painful, we should keep praying and hold on, because God, in His goodness and love wants us to know that the most important thing in our life is our relationship with Him – and He will do whatever He has to, to make us realize that. Te...2023-08-2830 min
The Chapel | SermonsA Life of WorshipIn “A Life of Worship,” Pastor Ted Voltmer offers a practical look at what it means to live a worshipful life. When we fully understand all that God is and what He’s done for us, the way we live our lives should be different. God’s mercy should move us to respond with praise and prayer. We can worship only because of Jesus, the ultimate “living sacrifice” who went to the cross and paid for our sins with his death and resurrection.Ted Voltmer | June 18, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-06-1922 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Endurance of LoveIn “The Endurance of Love,” Pastor Ted Voltmer wraps up the Agape series by looking at how true love never gives up. On our own, showing unconditional, unfailing love to others is impossible, but thankfully, God gives us His never-ending love to share with those around us. Knowing God will never stop loving us gives us the power we need to never stop loving others. Ted Voltmer | May 28, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-05-3031 min
The Chapel | SermonsHalf-Hearted ObedienceBecause of God’s grace and mercy toward us, He is always ready to give us a “second chance”. The question for us is “Will you respond with resistance, or surrender?” In “Half-Hearted Obedience,” Pastor Ted Voltmer reminds us that the softness of our heart determines the strength of our response, and he encourages to see how God is ready to work through us to accomplish what He asks us to do. Ted Voltmer | April 30, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-05-0125 min
The Chapel | SermonsHalf-Hearted RepentanceWe all face difficult times, where we question what God is doing. We might think that God has abandoned us, or that He doesn’t care. But, in “Half-Hearted Repentance,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares the truth that God loves us too much NOT to allow difficulty in our lives, and He uses our trials and tests to take our focus off ourselves and back onto Him. Knowing He loves us, and that He’s with us gives us hope to get through, to the end. Ted Voltmer | April 23, 202Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagra...2023-04-2433 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe CoveringIn “The Covering,” Pastor Ted Voltmer teaches about the seriousness of sin in the familiar story of Adam and Eve in the Garden. Whether we admit it or not, this is our story too! God created us to enjoy a relationship with Him, but we choose to disobey Him and do what we want instead. Sin leaves us exposed and separated from God. But, the Good News is that Our Father loves us, and in His grace, He reaches out to cover us and restore our broken relationship. Pastor Ted Voltmer | February 26, 2023Visit our website or connect with...2023-02-2732 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Light of SonshipWe often suffer from “identity amnesia,” forgetting who we really are, and looking for our identity in places outside of us: our hard work, our success, our careers, and even in our roles as spouses or parents. In “The Light of Sonship,” Pastor Ted Voltmer reminds us that if we have accepted Christ as our Savior, we are a child of God. Seeing yourself as God’s child changes the way you see everything!Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2023-01-3133 minThe Chapel | SermonsYour Story in the New YearA new year is a great time to reflect and plan. How would you answer the question, “what is God’s story for you in 2023?” It can be easy to slip into a routine and coast through the year. But, In “Your Story in the New Year,” Pastor Ted Voltmer and Jamie Longo give us a closer look at what the Bible says is a better way that we can live out our story, that is both God-honoring and fulfilling. Ted Voltmer & Jamie LongoJanuary 1, 2023Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and2023-01-0117 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Story of a Savior BornIn “The Story of a Savior Born,” Pastor Ted Voltmer tells the story of that night in Bethlehem when our Savior was born. By looking at that night through the eyes of Mary, Joseph, Caesar and the Angels, we see how each of our stories fit into the bigger story that God continues to write. Knowing this leads us to worship Him and receive His peace.Ted VoltmerDecember 11, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-12-1428 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Story of a Savior BornIn “The Story of a Savior Born,” Pastor Ted Voltmer tells the story of that night in Bethlehem when our Savior was born. By looking at that night through the eyes of Mary, Joseph, Caesar and the Angels, we see how each of our stories fit into the bigger story that God continues to write. Knowing this leads us to worship Him and receive His peace.Ted VoltmerDecember 11, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-12-1404 min
The Chapel | SermonsGoodnessIn this week’s message on Goodness, Pastor Ted looks at why being “good” is impossible to do on our own. When we appreciate how good God is to us, and allow His Spirit to fill us with goodness, we can live it out and experience God’s blessing while blessing those around us.Ted Voltmer | October 30, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-11-0129 min
The Chapel | SermonsPeaceIn this week’s message on Peace, Pastor Ted looks at one of the most popular passages in the Bible to understand how fear leads to anxiety, but faith leads to peace. By bringing our fears to God in prayer, we can experience His peace and presence in our lives.Ted Voltmer | October 9 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-10-1131 minThe Chapel | SermonsStarting with MeLast week Pastor Dave shared the vision for how we as a church will continue “Building a family of Christ-followers who love God, love people and serve the world.” This week Pastor Ted explores how God is inviting all of us to live out our love for Him and each other. Ted and his guests in the “hot seat” will talk about how you can answer the invitation to get involved too!Ted Voltmer | September 18, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-09-2037 minThe Chapel | SermonsPower to LoveDeep down inside each of us, we want to live a life full of love. The experience of true love, both receiving and giving it, is the most exhilarating part of being human. But, without God’s power working in us, trying to live a life of love will leave us discouraged. In "Power to Love" Pastor Ted Voltmer and Associate Director of Student Ministries Cesar Tapia, show us how we can learn from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians and live a life full of love through God’s power.Ted Voltmer and Cesar Tapia | September 4, 2022V...2022-09-0633 min
The Chapel | SermonsFaith Works in our SpeechWords are powerful. The right word, spoken at the right time, can have an unbelievable impact. James reminds us that our words can both heal AND hurt those around us. In “Faith Works in our Speech,” Pastor Ted Voltmer challenges us to guard what we say, in order to guard our whole life. The key is forgiving those who have hurt us in the past, so that bitterness doesn’t spill out in the words we share.Ted Voltmer | May 15, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-05-1729 min
The Chapel | SermonsIf it Doesn’t Work, it’s Not FaithEverything Jesus taught about faith, he demonstrated in his life. We are called to follow Him as we live out our faith in our homes, our relationships, at school or work – every part of our lives. In “If it Doesn’t Work, it’s Not Faith,” Pastor Ted Voltmer talks about two very different kinds of faith: a dead faith that doesn’t go anywhere, and a living faith that takes the next step. We all need to take a honest look at ourselves and decide if we are ready to live out what we believe. Because of God’s great love and...2022-04-2432 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe Seven BowlsIn “The Seven Bowls,” Pastor Ted Voltmer unpacks three truths that we all need to face: God is Holy, Sin is Real, and Judgement is Coming. Understanding these truths helps us appreciate God’s mercy, which is life-changing.Ted Voltmer | March 20, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-03-2037 min
The Chapel SermonsThe Seven BowlsIn “The Seven Bowls,” Pastor Ted Voltmer unpacks three truths that we all need to face: God is Holy, Sin is Real, and Judgement is Coming. Understanding these truths helps us appreciate God’s mercy, which is life-changing.
Series Materials for Groups...2022-03-2000 minThe Chapel SermonsThe Seven Bowls (Audio)In “The Seven Bowls,” Pastor Ted Voltmer unpacks three truths that we all need to face: God is Holy, Sin is Real, and Judgement is Coming. Understanding these truths helps us appreciate God’s mercy, which is life-changing.
Series Materials for Groups & IndividualsUse these materials to “dig deeper” into the sermon message throughout the week. Choose what works best for you: · Choose TRACK 1 if you are newer to the Bible and/or have limited time available.· Choose TRACK 2 if you would like to “dig deeper” and have more time to commit.2022-03-2000 min
The Chapel | SermonsWorship in HeavenIn "Worship in Heaven", Pastor Ted Voltmer encourages us to worship God with all we do each day. If we have the right perspective, we can see what God is doing all around, which helps us to worship him more.Ted Voltmer | February 20, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-02-2130 minThe Chapel SermonsWorship in HeavenIn "Worship in Heaven", Pastor Ted Voltmer encourages us to worship God with all we do each day. If we have the right perspective, we can see what God is doing all around, which helps us to worship him more.
Series Materials for Groups...2022-02-2000 minThe Chapel SermonsWorship in Heaven (Audio)In "Worship in Heaven", Pastor Ted Voltmer encourages us to worship God with all we do each day. If we have the right perspective, we can see what God is doing all around, which helps us to worship him more.
Series Materials for Groups & IndividualsUse these materials to “dig deeper” into the sermon message throughout the week. Choose what works best for you: · Choose TRACK 1 if you are newer to the Bible and/or have limited time available.· Choose TRACK 2 if you would like to “dig deeper” and have more time to commit.2022-02-2000 min
The Chapel | SermonsSpending Time with GodJanuary is when many of us create new goals in the hopes of bettering ourselves. What if 2022 became the year that you chose to better your understanding of God? In ‘Spending Time with God’, Pastor Ted Voltmer describes four practical ways that we can work towards getting to know God better in our everyday lives.Ted Voltmer | January 9, 2022Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2022-01-1827 minThe Chapel | SermonsGod Sees YouIn “God Sees You,” Pastor Ted Voltmer walks us through Hagar’s story, reminding us that God sees us and has a plan for our lives. Life might not be what we envisioned: we might find ourselves facing difficult situations, or feeling unnoticed, unloved, and unappreciated. But, no matter what, we can rest knowing that God, in His great love, is always right there ready to help us. Ted Voltmer | December 26, 2021Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-12-2615 min
The Chapel | SermonsEncounter with a Powerful ManWorldly power means choosing what works for us. It’s practical; it makes sense, it “feels” right. But, if we’re only focused on doing what works, we may miss out on doing what is right. In “Encounter with a Powerful Man,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares how Jesus stood up to worldly power with the power of love and grace. Each day, we have decisions to make -- will we choose to do what works, or what is right?Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-11-0126 min
The Chapel | SermonsGod is for YouYou might wonder, “who am I, that God cares about me??” but the book of Exodus reminds us that God is a personal, intimate God who cares deeply for each one of us. He shows up in our lives and is always at work. In “God is for You,” Pastor Ted Voltmer and Cesar Tapia share their personal stories and takeaways from the latest series on Exodus.Pastor Ted Voltmer & Cesar Tapia | September 5, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #relationship #journey #life #connectionVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-09-0729 min
The Chapel | SermonsLeadershipAll of us lead in some way: whether it’s at work, at school, in our homes, or how we lead ourselves. There are big differences between bad leaders and good. Leading the right way can make all the difference! In “Leadership,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares how you and I can become better leaders.Ted Voltmer | August 8, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #leadership #leader #lead #developmentVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-08-0932 min
The Chapel | SermonsBurning BushHave you ever wondered what God has planned for your life? So often, we have no idea how He wants to use us, or what that might look like. In “Burning Bush,” Pastor Ted Voltmer shares three things we can do that will help us see God’s plans more clearly. As we follow His lead, He will bring us from where we are to where He wants us to be.Pastor Ted Voltmer | June 20, 2020#plans #godsplan #life #goals #thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTub2021-06-2132 minThe Chapel | SermonsIt is FinishedPastor Ted Voltmer | April 2, 2021#thechapel #thechapelnj #onlinechurch #churchonline #goodfriday #itisfinished #grace #hopeVisit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-04-0322 min
The Chapel | SermonsThe ShepherdIn “The Shepherd,” Pastor Ted Voltmer details Jesus, the Good Shepherd. As the Good Shepherd, Jesus, loves us, helps us, guides us, and protects us in our daily lives. His life demonstrates committed love. As we follow His example, we are called away from being self-focused, from doing “just enough,” and striving to look good. Instead, our lives become more focused on others, going above and beyond in all that we do; and finally, seeking to do good.Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2021-02-2830 min
The Chapel | SermonsDevelop Your Inner Grit (Audio)Good morning, I’m Ted Voltmer, one of the pastors here at The Chapel.Have you ever wondered what sets one person apart from another person? Why two people with similar education, background, and opportunities can end up with two completely different... Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.2020-10-2529 min