February 3, 2023

These final 3 parables in Matthew 13 call us to take some self-examination. What do we value? Are our values in line with Kingdom values? Do we place our relationship with Jesus above all other things? This message examines Jesus’ teachings on the Kingdom’s worth and its eternal value for the believer.

January 27, 2023

The great King, the long-expected Messiah, had entered into the world and He was establishing His kingdom. And when His kingdom comes, the blessing comes, and we expect also that all evil will fall before Him. It turned out that the expectation and the reality seemed to have this dissonance that is to say Jesus was indeed doing great and wonderful things, but the great evil dictator still remained in the world and a great many people were disappointed. What Jesus was trying to tell the people is that the kingdom of God would come in a way that they weren’t expecting. The Parable of the Weeds in Matthew 13 provides us with an understanding of the Kingdom of Heaven in the present hour.

January 20, 2023

Matthew Chapter 13, is a collection of seven separate parables that Jesus told about why the kingdom of heaven is as it is in the present hour. In this episode entitled “Losing Your Faith” we discuss the question; can someone lose their faith? Can you or I lose our faith? Many of us know stories of people who seem to be white-hot for the Christian faith one moment, and then seem to have fallen away at some other moment in time. As we study the Parable of the Sower we will discover what the soil actually represents, and perhaps discover something about our own standing of faith.

January 13, 2023

In the second message of this 5-message series Dr. Neufeld enters into the very reality that all Christians at one time or another struggle with doubt. What does doubt mean to the Christian? Does it mean a loss or abandonment of faith? Yet in scripture, we find many examples of people expressing doubt, even some of the most notable people in the Bible. In this message, we search out Matthew 11 and the experience of doubt expressed by even John the Baptist.

January 6, 2023

In the first message of this 5-message series, we begin to understand that the mysteries of the Kingdom are not intended to be hidden from the believer. When the Bible uses the word mystery it means that there are things that we could never resolve on our own, but the good news is that God can reveal them to us. Let’s set the stage for understanding, let’s enter into the story of John the Baptist and the seven parables that follow. Let’s know with certainty that Jesus is who he says he is, and the Mysteries of the Kingdom lay open for those who believe. This begins a great series of hope and faith.

December 30, 2022

The physics of light proves what we all know by experience. Light can dispel darkness, but darkness cannot extinguish light. No one can snuff out a candle by increasing the darkness in a room. In fact, the candle seems to shine brighter. In today's message, Dr. John points us to the promise that worldly darkness cannot overcome the light of Jesus. In fact, despite the gloom of this earth, Jesus shines brighter.

December 24, 2022

Every Advent has a Christmas, and it’s finally here! God always delivers on his promise, no matter how long the wait may seem. God has drawn near and is with us. What a blessed gift! Merry Christmas!

December 23, 2022

Genesis 3:15 has been called the summation of the Bible story. It encapsulates the need of humanity and the promise of redemption. In today's message, Dr. John preaches from this verse as a Christmas text. At humanity's first failure, God promises to send a Redeemer who will rescue us from the power and penalty of sin. It is an introduction to Advent. We wait for the fulfillment of God's promise. Bethlehem declares that the longings of God's people will never be disappointed; not in the past, present or future.

December 17, 2022

Where does Christmas go? Though the season fades, Christ remains. His gift of grace and peace do too, so all year long let's keep the Christmas joy of God with us.

December 16, 2022

She is a woman who has been celebrated, elevated and ignored. She has been debated and deified. Much has been made out of the little the Bible has said. Listen as Dr. John teaches about Mary – a woman graced by God and blessed beyond all other women. As the myth and exaggeration of Mary are dispelled, Dr. John. shows that the life and heart of this humble mother is a pattern for us all.

December 10, 2022

What do you want for Christmas? You may not get all you wish for this year, but Christmas is the story of God providing what you truly want and need.

December 9, 2022

It is easy to define “greatness” by society’s standards. Greatness is fame, wealth, popularity and power. God defines ‘greatness” by a different standard. In this message, Dr. John looks at the life of King Hezekiah as an example of being great in God’s eyes. In difficult times and under extreme pressure, this leader turned a nation to God. We learn that being great in God’s eyes is immeasurable.

December 8, 2022

Like hidden gifts and secret shopping trips, the Christmas story is a mystery. Born a child and yet a King? But the truth of this grace is great reason to rejoice in His Kingdom and His coming.

December 2, 2022

Christian lives are not dependent upon luck – good or bad. We live under the providential care and guidance of God. In this message, Dr. John points us to the story of Esther. The circumstances of her life were not a coincidence, but the oversight of God. She went from being a peasant Jew to a Persian Queen, that she might be God’s instrument of deliverance. Esther had a decision to make: could she trust God in matters of life and death? Heroes choose courageous faith in an unfailing God.

November 26, 2022

As Advent begins, remember that we’re not simply waiting for Christmas, but for Christ. Prepare you heart and look ahead for Christ with this first Advent Minute, and check back here for a new one each week until Christmas.

November 25, 2022

Most would readily admit that Moses was a great leader. He led Israel from Egyptian bondage to the border of the promised land. But it took 40 years to do and wasn’t in a straight line. The path of God for Israel meandered through a wilderness over 4 decades. In this message, Dr. John points out that the greatness of Moses’ leadership was not in speed or direct routes but in his ability to trust God through the mystery of dead ends and delayed destinations. If you ever feel like God is leading you in circles, Moses is a hero to understand.

September 2, 2022

What does it mean to be blessed? Being blessed is really dependent upon which perspective we look from: the perspective of the world or the perspective of the follower of Christ. In this final message of the series, join Dr. John Neufeld as we discover the significant difference between these perspectives and how our Hope in Christ secures our long-term blessing.

August 26, 2022

What does it mean to be merciful? According to the teachings of Jesus, mercy is characteristic of what it means to be a follower of Christ. In this message, discover two characteristics of the merciful believer and how that mercy impacts the world around us.

August 19, 2022

What does it mean to be meek? What does it mean to “hunger” for righteousness? In these next two beatitudes, Dr. Neufeld dives into ideas contrary to what the others might suggest.

August 12, 2022

What does it mean to be blessed? As we enter the Beatitudes, we begin to understand what it means to be a child of God. In this message we look at two of the Beatitudes, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of God” and “Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.” What does it mean to be poor in spirit? How does this impact the lives of anyone experiencing sorrow? Join Dr. John Neufeld as we discover more about the depth of blessing for those who believe.

August 5, 2022

The Sermon on the Mount, the greatest sermon ever preached. In some ways simple, yet profound. Insightful, yet practical. But for the reader one must begin with the simple question, what is it that Jesus was trying to communicate? Together let’s discover the Sermon on the Mount from Jesus’ perspective and how this sermon provides, for the believer, a blueprint for life and a joy that endures.

July 29, 2022

Faith is central. We come to God by faith and please God with our faith. So it is expected that God will refine and deepen our faith. In Genesis 22, we see the ultimate test of Abraham’s faith – to sacrifice his only son. Listen as Dr. John explains this test of trust and consider your own life. God shakes us to shape an unshakable faith.

July 22, 2022

It doesn’t take long for a believer to discover that God has His own way of doing things. His thoughts are not our thoughts nor His ways our ways. The life of Abraham is a testament to that. Abraham was waiting for God to fulfill the promise He made. He found that God takes longer than we want and He isn’t tied to our expectations or advice. God may even wait until the promise is impossible before He does it. If God confuses you, listen to Dr. John hold the faith of Abraham as our example.

July 15, 2022

We are accustomed to broken promises. Warranties with fine print, politicians who please ears to get elected, and guarantees that are ignored. People have broken their promises to you. In fact, we have broken promises ourselves. So we become suspect and cynical. In Genesis 15, Abraham believed God’s promise; he trusted the Word and integrity of God. That trust was accredited to him as righteousness. Listen to Dr. John’s encouragement for us; even today, faith is enough to receive righteousness in Jesus Christ.

July 8, 2022

Abraham faced a decision. God has offered him blessed promises, but he must leave Haran and walk into the unknown. Like a fledging bird, Abraham leaves security and prosperity to follow God’s call by faith. His faith would be tested by danger and delay, famine and foes. His faith was not always rock-solid, but God’s promises never wavered. Watch this video as Dr. John paces us with Abraham and his journey of faith, and consider the places God has invited you to follow Him by faith.

July 1, 2022

When God calls us, it is always away from our own natural ways and towards His ways of life. But we don’t always hear His call as good news; we are afraid of what God may take from us. So, we cling to our ways with a white knuckle grip. Dr. John demonstrates from Abraham’s example, that no one who obeys God’s call will ever lose out. 

June 24, 2022

Do you know Jesus well enough to discern when He is being distorted by the cultural trends of the day? As we finish this series on the book of 2 John, the Apostle makes it clear that with love, we must not contribute to any teaching that is not in line with the historic and true teaching of Jesus from Scripture.

June 17, 2022

Continuing our series on 2 John, Dr. Neufeld discusses the vigilance needed to maintain the important truths at the core of our faith that we so easily forget. We must constantly rehearse, remember, and defend the true doctrines that have been laid down. Once they’re forgotten, false teachers come in and destroy.

June 10, 2022

False teachers and heresies are everywhere, distorting the truth. We need to fool-proof our faith. But how do we know when something is false teaching and will destroy our spirituality? Dr. Neufeld walks us through 2 John 1:7 and explains the central doctrines of our faith that cannot be abandoned. Let us continue to fight for the truth out of love.

June 3, 2022

We are not called to replace our love with truth or obedience, but to embrace love even more fully as it was revealed in Christ. Jesus has demonstrated and defined love for us, and it is lived out by obedience to all of His commands. Join us for this second message in our series on 2 John called “Walking in Truth and Love”.

May 27, 2022

From the very beginning of 2nd John, it’s clear that truth and love are of utmost importance. In this message, Dr. Neufeld introduces this new series called “Walking in Truth and Love” and dives into the letter’s opening lines which speak profoundly to the sexual scandals that plague the modern Church.

May 20, 2022

Life is short, but eternity is long. In this final sermon in our video series called “The Time of Your Life”, Dr. Neufeld continues teaching on what it means Biblically that we are pilgrims, and how our destination to come affects the journey now.

May 13, 2022

Do you see yourself as a settler or pilgrim in this world? Continuing this series on time, Dr. John discusses the concept of a pilgrim as the proper way to view our life on earth, and the antidote for our fear about the rapidly passing years. We are on a journey to the celestial city, and each of us has a choice of which road to travel.

May 6, 2022

What is wisdom? What does it mean to use our time wisely? In this third message in Dr. John’s video series “The Time of Your Life”, he teaches on the biblical concept of wisdom found in the Old Testament and what it means for how we spend our time in the different seasons of life; each one preparing us for the next, to the glory of God.

April 29, 2022

In this message, Dr. John Neufeld dives deeper into Paul's warning to look diligently at how we use our time, and what he means when he says "the days are evil". The life of Christ has transformed all who are in Him so that we can use our time to the glory of God. Not dissatisfied with the endless slipping of time, but walking in light and thankfulness unto eternity.

April 22, 2022

Time is scarce, which means it is precious. In this message Dr. John introduces this new video series “The Time of Your Life” by meditating on life, time, and the Scriptures. Join us as we learn what the Bible says about using our time wisely so that we don’t look back and regret wasting our lives.

April 11, 2022

It may seem obvious to many but it’s a question that must be asked and must be understood. Why did Jesus have to die? In part one of An Easter Series, Dr. John Neufeld digs deep into our understanding of this one foundational question. The answer is simple and clear: sin. Jesus died on the cross because of sin. Now let’s review many of the critical old and new testament passages of scripture that will help us understand the size, depth and ultimate resolution to the problem that ultimately resolved in the death of Jesus upon a cross.

April 11, 2022

In part two of An Easter Series, Dr. John Neufeld looks into the second fundamental question of the Easter season: Why was Jesus raised from the dead? The story of the resurrection is necessary. The empty tomb of Jesus teaches us that the sting of death has ended. Jesus’ body begins to breathe, he stands, the door of the tomb is rolled aside, he steps out and forever changes the hope of everyone who believed that there was a God who would have mercy on us. This day is a day of celebration. He is risen, and in the risen Christ we find our hope!

April 11, 2022

This Easter, restore your soul with the story of redemptive love that founds our faith. Now take a few quite moments and allow the Scriptures to wash over you with this special reflective video which beautifully tells the Easter story with selected readings, based on the Back to the Bible Canada audio series “Easter According to the Gospel of John”

February 18, 2022

Many people have been wondering: “Is COVID-19 a part of the end times?” Join Dr. John Neufeld for the first week in the 8-week series, To the One Who Conquers where together, we will study the book of Revelation and take a look at various plagues that have struck the human race, and recognize that whenever we’re going through unsettling times, there is a King who will conquer over it all. This is a time to re-energize our hope. It’s a time to remember that Jesus is in control. It’s a time to read with great care what has been written in the book of Revelation, and then to find great courage when we say: “The future is Yours, Lord.”

December 24, 2021

The concluding episode in our series, ‘An Advent Celebration,’ answers an interesting question, are we more blessed than Mary? Is it possible that you and I might be even more blessed than Mary, the mother of Jesus? Is this what scripture is telling us? In Luke 11:28, Jesus replied, “But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.” There is no greater blessing than hearing the word that Jesus spoke, and taking it to heart, and living out those principles. The greatest source of satisfaction came to us on Christmas day, but it only remains a concept until we internalize his word and allow him to teach us how to live. At that point in time, you’ll begin to know what satisfaction truly is.

December 17, 2021

Christmas is the story of the incarnation. God clothes himself in human flesh and takes the lowest position possible. The one who was rich beyond degree humbled himself by becoming a servant to the point of death. Let’s take the time to reflect on the divine condescension of Jesus. Let us hold as a great treasure, those things that are truly riches and lay aside all of those false riches that mean nothing at all. Discover the riches of life in Christ!

December 10, 2021

In this episode, we discover the Saviour, the rescuer who would save us from our greatest oppressor, our own spiritual loss. Join Dr. Neufeld as he describes so many that would hear the good news that Jesus came to rescue those lost in their sin. “Fear not”, the angels said, “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.”

December 3, 2021

As is true every Christmas, we once again celebrate the Christ child that by God’s grace entered into this world as King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Saviour, God among us. The God of creation entered into his creation, in a way in which only God would do it. He did it miraculously. He did it in a way in which he charged nature itself to do his bidding. A Virgin conceived and gave birth to a son. In this second episode of “An Advent Celebration”, listen to inspirational music from Brian Doerksen as well as teaching from Dr. John Neufeld and discover the truth, the miracle and the significance of the virgin birth.

November 28, 2021

Join Dr. John Neufeld as he presents a message entitled “In the Fullness of Time,” the first in our new Christmas series “An Advent Celebration.” Galatians 4:4 says, “But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son.” Don’t you ever get the sense that things were being ordered and arranged in a particular fashion so that at just the right moment, God would bring Jesus into the world? In this message, Dr. Neufeld wants us to understand the idea of God arranging the details of the coming of His Son into the world, planning this long before He even began to create the world. At this climactic moment, God orchestrates all of the events of the world. Additionally, enjoy the inspirational Christmas music of The Pilkey Sisters.