Trace Church

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Aug 3, 2025 • 29min

Waiting Expectantly | Rick Atchley - Guest Speaker

What does it mean to live with hope while we wait for Jesus’ return? Guest speaker Rick Atchley shares a powerful message from 1 Thessalonians 4:13 to 5:11 on how to live with hope, grieve with confidence, and stand firm while we wait for Christ’s return. This teaching will encourage you to stay rooted in truth and live with eternal perspective.About Rick Atchley:Rick Atchley is the Senior Teaching Minister at The Hills Church, where he has served since 1989. Under his leadership, The Hills has planted 53 churches across the country. Trace Church was one of the recipients of their generosity, receiving $200,000 in startup support. Rick is known for his gospel-centered teaching and his passion for helping people follow Jesus with boldness and hope.⸻STAY CONNECTED📌 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@TraceChurch?sub_confirmation=1📍 Website: https://tracechurch.com📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TraceChurchCOS📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trace.church🎧 Listen to the Trace Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/trace-church⸻TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP✅ Get Connected: https://tracechurch.com/next-steps/🙏 Need Prayer? https://tracechurch.com/need-prayer/💸 Give to the Mission: https://pushpay.com/g/tracechurch?src=fp⸻ABOUT TRACE CHURCHTrace Church exists to help people find and follow Jesus. From in-person worship in Colorado Springs to digital messages across the world, we create space for people to experience life-giving, Gospel-centered teaching. Whether you are new to church or looking for a place to grow, we are here for you.
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Jul 27, 2025 • 41min

Confrontable / Redeemable | Brent Bramer - Guest Speaker

What happens when comfort turns into compromise? Guest speaker Pastor Brent Bramer delivers a powerful and honest message about what happens when comfort turns into compromise. In this standalone sermon titled Confrontable, Brent unpacks the story of David from 2 Samuel 11–12 and challenges us to examine our own hearts.What do we do with our freedom? Are we using our influence to serve others or to serve ourselves? Brent walks us through the danger of lost passion, the drift into distraction, and the destructive power of self-deception. Most importantly, he calls us to embrace the courage of repentance and experience the redeeming grace of God.This message is a wake-up call to be honest before God, respond when confronted, and step into restoration. Whether you feel stuck, ashamed, or distant, there is hope.Scripture: 2 Samuel 11–12, Psalm 51, Mark 1:15Speaker: Brent BramerChurch: Trace Church, Colorado Springs
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Jul 20, 2025 • 31min

Last Words: Principles of Living Well | 2 Peter | Dr. Trent Langhofer - Teaching Pastor

What will your life say when words are no longer enough? In 2 Peter 3: Last Words, Dr. T wraps up our 2 Peter series with a powerful message about growing in grace, living with intentionality, and keeping eternity in view. Peter’s final words challenge us to let God’s mercy rewrite our story and transform the way we think, wait, and live.This teaching unpacks practical steps for spiritual growth and reminds us that failure is not the finish line. Whether you are struggling with shame, waiting on God’s promises, or looking for purpose, this message will encourage and equip you to live a life that echoes faith, hope, and grace.Listen now and discover how to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
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Jul 13, 2025 • 30min

The Gospel According To Culture | 2 Peter | Dr. Trent Langhofer - Teaching Pastor

In this message, Dr. T unpacks 2 Peter 2 and exposes the lies of false teachers and cultural influences that lead us away from God’s truth. Learn how to recognize spiritual deception, stand firm in your faith, and experience true freedom in Christ.False teachers often twist Scripture and promote “your truth” over God’s truth. But Peter gives us a clear warning and a path to stand strong. This message will equip you to guard your heart, anchor your life in God’s Word, and resist the false promises of culture.🎧 Whether you are navigating doubt, seeking biblical truth, or longing for freedom from sin, this sermon reminds us that only Jesus can rescue and restore our lives.2 Peter 2 sermon, false teachers in the church, how to stand firm in faith, freedom in Christ, cultural lies and the gospel, spiritual deception, Christian truth, Bible teaching on false prophets, Trace Church sermons, Dr. T sermon, Christian podcast, biblical truth vs cultural truth, resisting false doctrine, Christian encouragement audio, modern false teaching
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Jul 6, 2025 • 34min

Build a Faith That Lasts | 2 Peter | Josiah Weece - Guest Speaker

How do you build a faith that stands strong through life’s challenges? Guest speaker Josiah Weece brings an encouraging and practical message from 2 Peter 1 at Trace Church in Colorado Springs. This sermon explores what it means to strengthen your foundation in Christ, resist cultural and internal pressures, and live with purpose and confidence. Perfect for new believers, longtime Christians, or anyone searching for hope and direction. Listen now to grow your faith and share this episode to help others discover a lasting relationship with Jesus.About Pastor Josiah WeeceJosiah Weece is the Lead Pastor of Axiom Church in Austin Texas. Before moving to Austin, Josiah served as Youth Pastor at Trace Church in Colorado Springs for five years starting in January 2019. He brings years of experience in student ministry and leadership. At Axiom, Josiah and his wife Jessica are helping people in Austin discover a real and authentic relationship with Jesus. His teaching blends real life experiences with deep biblical truth to help people build a faith that lasts through every season.faith, Jesus, Trace Church, Axiom Church, Josiah Weece, 2 Peter sermon, Christian podcast, Bible teaching, spiritual growth, stand firm in faith, build a strong foundation, live with purpose, resist pressure, grow spiritually, Christian living, hope in Jesus, following Jesus, faith that lasts, overcoming challenges, practical Bible teaching, biblical truth, Christian encouragement, deepen your faith, new to faith, Christian inspiration, stand strong in trials, strengthen your faith, church message, inspirational sermon, Christian discipleship, life-changing message, gospel-centered teaching, Jesus-centered living, faith journey, spiritual encouragement, Bible-based sermon, Christian growth, purpose-driven life, living out faith, stand firm under pressure, Trace podcast, Axiom Austin, authentic faith
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Jun 29, 2025 • 33min

Together is Better | 1 Peter | Aaron Pennington - Lead Pastor

In this message, Pastor Aaron teaches from 1 Peter 5 about the power of humility, the danger of pride, and the importance of standing together in faith. Learn how to cast your anxiety on God, resist the enemy, and find strength in community. This sermon will encourage you to stop walking alone and start living with purpose alongside others.If you’re dealing with anxiety, battling isolation, or trying to grow your faith, this message is for you. Together is better because we were never meant to do life alone.Listen now and discover how God wants to use your relationships to strengthen your walk with Him.1 Peter 5, Christian podcast, Trace Church, Colorado Springs church, anxiety and faith, overcome fear, spiritual warfare, serve others, humility sermon, community in Christ, Bible teaching, Sunday message, Jesus cares
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Jun 22, 2025 • 33min

The Life of Peter | 1 Peter | Aaron Pennington - Lead Pastor

Have you ever made promises to God that you couldn’t keep? Ever felt like your failures disqualified you from being used by Him? In this message from 1 Peter chapter 4, Pastor Aaron unpacks how Peter’s story of highs, lows, and redemption shows us that God still uses imperfect people to make a lasting impact.Peter knew what it was like to fall short, to doubt, and to deny Jesus. But he also knew what it meant to be restored. Thirty years after those moments, he writes with deep conviction about living for God, loving others deeply, and using our gifts to serve.This teaching is part of our ongoing series through the book of 1 Peter. Whether you’re new to faith or looking to go deeper, this message will encourage you to live with purpose, especially when life gets hard.1 Peter 4 sermon, Peter denial redemption, Trace Church Colorado Springs, Bible teaching podcast, faith after failure, Christian encouragement, spiritual growth, serve with purpose, Pastor Aaron Pennington
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Jun 15, 2025 • 28min

Strong Fathers Strong Daughters | 1 Peter | Aaron Pennington - Lead Pastor

In this Father’s Day message from Trace Church in Colorado Springs, Pastor Aaron continues our series through the book of 1 Peter with a focus on chapter 3. This sermon speaks directly to the heart of biblical manhood, marriage, leadership, and identity.Learn what Scripture says about the roles of husbands and wives, and how real strength and beauty come from character, not culture. Whether you’re a father, husband, wife, or daughter, this message will encourage and challenge you to live with purpose and conviction.Recorded live at Trace Church, this teaching reminds us that when men step into their God-given responsibility, families and communities change for the better.Listen now and be encouraged.Father’s Day Sermon, Trace Church Colorado Springs, 1 Peter 3, Christian Marriage, Biblical Fatherhood, Godly Men, Christian Parenting, Men’s Ministry, Spiritual Leadership, Inner Beauty Bible, Colorado Churches, Pastor Aaron, Trace Church Podcast, Father’s Day Message 2025, Christian Husband and Wife Roles, Raising Daughters in Faith
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Jun 8, 2025 • 32min

Who Are You Really? | 1 Peter | Carl Kuhl - Guest Speaker

In this impactful message from guest speaker Carl Kuhl, we dive into 1 Peter 2 to explore how our true identity in Christ shapes the way we live. Carl challenges us to see ourselves the way God does: a hungry infant craving spiritual nourishment, a living stone built on Jesus, and a royal priest invited into God’s presence. When we understand who we really are, it changes how we engage with the world around us.This sermon was recorded live at Trace Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado, a growing church focused on helping people live a God-first life and make an impact in their community.Carl Kuhl is a pastor, author, and church planter passionate about helping people find freedom in Jesus. He and his wife Lindsay co-founded Mosaic Christian Church in 2008, which became one of the fastest-growing churches in the country. Today, Carl serves as an executive pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Kentucky, helping lead ministries across 13 campuses. He and Lindsay have four amazing kids and love exploring new places, especially the Rocky Mountains near Colorado Springs.
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Jun 1, 2025 • 34min

Hope That Lives On | 1 Peter | Dr. Trent Langhofer - Teaching Pastor

Discover the incredible transformation of Peter, from a struggling fisherman to a cornerstone of Christianity. Explore the themes of grace and hope as Dr. Trent Langhofer points out how Peter's journey offers encouragement to those dealing with regret and feelings of distance from God. The power of restoration and new beginnings shines through, reminding us that our messes can lead to purposeful living through Christ. Get ready to be inspired by the promise of hope that never fades!

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