Ada Bible Church Podcast

Pastor Aaron Buer launches into the new year by exploring what it means to anchor our identity in Christ rather than in temporary achievements or approval. Through Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we discover how our transformation flows from embracing our God-given identity rather than striving to earn it. We learn that genuine change comes not from New Year's resolutions but from anchoring ourselves in God's unchanging love, our position in Christ, and our purpose as his masterpiece. This message challenges us to start 2025 by securing our identity in something unshakeable - who God declares us to be in Christ.

Pastor Aaron Buer explores the lineage of Jesus through Mary's extraordinary story in this Christmas message. We witness how an ordinary young woman's extraordinary faith and obedience played a crucial role in God's redemptive plan. Through Mary's response to God's unexpected call, we discover what genuine surrender and trust look like in our own lives. We're challenged to consider how our own response to God's purposes can impact not just our lives but future generations.

Pastor Aaron Buer continues our "Ancestors of the King" series by examining Matthew's surprising genealogy of Jesus. We explore how Matthew's unexpected inclusion of women, foreigners, and vulnerable people reveals God's heart for all people and his plan of redemption. Through this genealogy, we discover that Jesus is more than just a descendant of Abraham and David—he is the promised Messiah who came to seek and save the lost. We are challenged to reflect God's heart by valuing those society often overlooks and to embrace both his grace and his call to repentance in our own lives.

Pastor Aaron Buer continues our Ancestors of the King series by exploring Jesus as the Son of David. We discover how this profound title reveals Jesus as our promised Messiah, caring Shepherd, fierce Warrior, and eternal King. Through examining Old Testament prophecies and their fulfillment, we see God's faithfulness in keeping his covenant promises across generations. We're invited to trust Jesus's leadership in our lives, knowing that our eternal King fights on our behalf and will one day return to make everything new.

Pastor Aaron Buer begins our Ancestors of the King sermon series by exploring Jesus's genealogy in Matthew 1. We see God's extraordinary promise to Abraham and discover how Abraham's trust set God's plan in motion to bless all nations. We're challenged to consider how we, like Abraham, can trust God's promises and become channels of blessing to others. Through Matthew's genealogy, we see Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of God's promise, bringing his blessing to all peoples.

Guest speaker Pastor John Dickson examines Jesus's powerful teaching in Matthew 5:1-16, exploring how followers of Jesus can impact our skeptical world. We discover how kingdom attitudes like being poor in spirit and meek lay the foundation for authentic Christian living, leading to transformative actions of mercy, peacemaking and pursuing righteousness. Drawing from Jesus's vivid metaphors of salt and light, we see how these attitudes and actions work together to influence our spheres of influence and draw others to God. We're challenged to consider how living distinctly as Jesus's followers can help a skeptical world see the beauty and truth of following Christ.

Pastor Jeff Manion explores how the hope of Christ's return transforms our experience of grief. We discover that while grief is a normal part of loss, Christians can grieve differently because of the resurrection promise. Through Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, we see how Jesus's death and resurrection provide an unshakable foundation for our future hope. This message challenges us to encourage others with this powerful truth while living with readiness for Christ's return.

Pastor Jeff Manion continues our Unshakable series by exploring how following Jesus impacts our sexuality. We discover that God's design for sexuality goes beyond mere rules, revealing his heart for holy living and a vibrant church community. Through Paul's loving instruction to the Thessalonian church, we see how the indwelling Holy Spirit empowers us to live counter-culturally in a sexually saturated world. We are challenged to view our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, cultivating deep spiritual friendships that encourage holy living, and treating fellow believers as family members worthy of honor and respect.

Pastor Jeff Manion continues our Unshakable series by exploring what it means to live a gospel-shaped life. Through Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, we discover how the gospel frees us from constantly seeking approval and unleashes us to love others without reservation. We're invited to experience freedom rooted in our identity in Christ's love rather than others' opinions. The message challenges us to live God's greater purpose for us and step into his bigger story for our lives.

Pastor Aaron Buer continues our Unshakable series by examining the family rules that guide healthy church communities. We explore three essential principles: being contributors rather than consumers, being open to correction by our spiritual leaders and actively being for each other. Through Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, we discover how these family rules create the kind of church that magnetically draws people to Jesus. We are challenged to evaluate our own engagement in church life, remain open to spiritual guidance from our leaders, and intentionally build relationships where we warn, encourage, and help one another.