Matthew

From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move

"Those who have a why to live can bear almost any how." Acts 27 demonstrates this truth through Paul's shipwreck experience. Facing certain death, Paul didn't just survive, he led others through the crisis with supernatural calm. The difference? He knew he belonged to God. Challenges will either reveal the emptiness of self-reliance or deepen our trust in Christ's sufficiency.

From the series: Standalone Messages

The Magi in Matthew 20 were willing to sacrifice much in their desire to meet Jesus. They traveled for over a year to meet Him and presented Him with costly gifts. What are we willing to sacrifice to meet Jesus?

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

Learning how to forgive can have a life-changing effect on our life. We examine David's example from Samuel 26 and his interaction with King Saul.

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

This Sunday we are discovering how the Lord finds us when we are struggling in the desert.

From the series: Standalone Messages

What does it mean to say, "Thou shalt not murder"? And is there more to that statement than taking of someone's life? We dive deep into this commandment.

From the series: All In

We kick off our new series, "All In". Jesus gave it all for us and we'll be examining how we can learn to we live “All In” for Him.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We'll discover how "Out of Egypt" and "baptized in the Jordan River" and "forty days and forty nights" are connected and what on earth they are talking about. We've seen these things mentioned in the Bible about the life of Jesus.

From the series: Kingdom Come

Discusses the biblical concept of kingdoms and kingship as it relates to Jesus. It begins from the Garden of Eden, tracing through the Old Testament to illustrate how God's story unfolds with a focus on kingship and God's kingdom. Emphasizes God's sovereignty and the Messiah's role in redemption and eternal life, connecting various biblical narratives to show the consistent theme of God's pursuit of humanity through Christ.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Lincoln Huseby dives into The Beatitudes in Matthew 5 and examine the things that all of us desire.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We begin a new series, "Kingdom Come," exploring the big themes of the Bible. And what better place to start than at the beginning.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Learn more about the core values that define what we believe at and why.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discover why Alpine Bible Church exists and the foundation our church is built upon.

From the series: Standalone Messages

We look at God's word to see how the simple phrase, "But God ..." can be so tremendously powerful.

From the series: 1 John

We look at how to handle conviction in our lives, as we continue our study in the book of 1 John.

From the series: 1 John

We continue our series on 1 John, looking at righteousness and morality.

From the series: Easter: Words from the Cross

Discusses the profound impact of Jesus' final words on the cross, focusing on forgiveness, reconciliation, and redemption. Emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus' forgiveness and how his sacrifice and resurrection are central to the Christian faith. Highlights the contrast between human sinfulness and Jesus' grace, illustrating this through the story of the crucified thieves, particularly how one thief's recognition of Jesus as Lord leads to his redemption.

From the series: Christmas 2018

Delves into the deeper meaning of Christmas, using the story of Jesus' early life and the biblical Exodus narrative. It highlights God's persistent pursuit of a faithful relationship with humanity, despite human waywardness. Draws parallels between Jesus' life and the Exodus, underscoring themes of faithfulness, redemption, and God's unchanging love. It invites reflection on the significance of Jesus' birth and the transformative power of God's love in the midst of human brokenness.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on the importance of Christian missions. It emphasizes the need for churches to extend their influence beyond their local communities, reaching out globally. It highlights the biblical basis for missions, discussing the necessity of sharing the gospel and spreading God's word to all nations. It also reflects on the power of the Holy Spirit in aiding this mission and the church's role in living out the Great Commission.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses the challenges faced during the holiday season, especially for those enduring adversity. It reflects on the first Christmas, illustrating how even in less than ideal circumstances, there can be hope. It encourages finding hope in adversity and emphasizes the need to understand and apply the truth, particularly during difficult times.

From the series: The Core

Focuses on the concept of Christian missions being rooted in worship and a personal relationship with God. It discusses how worship leads to missions and vice versa, emphasizing the importance of love for Christ as the primary motivation for missionary work. Also highlights the interconnectedness of worship, missions, discipleship, and relationships, and the need for authenticity in expressing one's faith and reaching out to others.

From the series: This Thing Called Love

Focuses on navigating and resolving conflicts in relationships from a Christian perspective. It emphasizes the importance of addressing one's own heart and attitude in conflicts, rather than simply blaming others. Discusses biblical teachings and examples to illustrate how proper understanding and management of personal emotions and reactions are crucial in resolving conflicts and maintaining healthy relationships. It encourages personal responsibility and a Christ-centered approach to dealing with relational challenges.

From the series: Christmas 2016

Discusses the essence of peace in the Christmas story. It explores how Jesus' arrival represents peace and reconciliation between God and humanity. Highlights how Jesus, as the Prince of Peace, fulfills prophecies and brings a peace that is deeply needed by the soul. Emphasizes the importance of peace in the Christian faith and how Jesus' birth is central to this theme, bridging divides and bringing hope and restoration.

From the series: Believe

Jesus said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Jesus is the key.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the importance of focusing on the heart in spiritual and personal growth. It discusses how behaviors stem from the desires and motives of the heart, emphasizing the need for mentoring that addresses these deeper issues. Underscores the role of the heart in shaping actions and attitudes, advocating for a Christ-centered approach to change and growth.

From the series: Red Letter Day

Focusing on Jesus' seven statements on the cross and the eternal impact of the cross.

From the series: Follow Me

Emphasizes the importance of following Jesus by actively living and sharing His teachings. It underscores the necessity of self-denial and commitment to Christ's mission, highlighting that discipleship is not merely about personal improvement but about surrendering one's life to Jesus and reflecting His love and teachings in all aspects of life.

From the series: Follow Me

Emphasizes the holistic commitment required in following Jesus. It explores the cultural context of discipleship in Jesus' time, highlighting the significance of a rabbi's invitation to follow him and how this mirrors Jesus' call to his followers. Encourages us to dedicate every aspect of our lives to learning from Jesus.

From the series: Follow Me

Emphasizes the importance of focusing on a relationship with Jesus rather than being caught up in activities or societal expectations. It discusses how following Jesus is a call to a deeper, personal connection with Him, which is foundational to living a life of purpose and fulfillment.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses overcoming fear to embrace God's plan, focusing on Joseph's initial fear about Mary's pregnancy. It emphasizes trust in God over fear of societal judgment, highlighting Joseph's decision to accept Mary and the divine nature of Jesus' conception.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the significance of worship during the Christmas season, focusing on the story of the wise men, Mary, and the shepherds. It emphasizes the importance of worship as the core of Christmas, highlighting how these biblical figures worshiped Jesus despite their different backgrounds.

From the series: Move Past

Explores the importance of forgiveness, emphasizing it as a choice and a reflection of Christ's love. It discusses the challenges and necessity of forgiving others to move forward, using biblical passages to underscore the transformative power of forgiveness in personal growth and relationships.

From the series: #Jesus

Delves into Jesus's identity as the servant King, emphasizing His role in fulfilling God's law and His teachings on the Beatitudes. It discusses the significance of living according to the Kingdom's principles, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus's message on personal identity and purpose within God's kingdom.

From the series: #Jesus

Examines the dual nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. Underscores the importance of understanding and appreciating Jesus' character and purpose, discussing how his life, death, and teachings have profound implications for believers' faith and understanding of God.

From the series: Once Upon a Marriage

Examines marriage's biblical roots, starting from Genesis, emphasizing oneness and unity as God's vision. It discusses challenges within marriages post-Fall, attributing tension and difficulty to sin and societal deterioration. Encourages viewing marriage through God's design, aiming for unity, support, and love, despite the imperfections inherent in human relationships.

From the series: Blessed

Explores the concept of pursuing God's purpose over personal contentment, emphasizing Abraham's journey of faith. It discusses the pitfalls of settling for less than God's intentions, using Cain's aimless wanderings as a metaphor for living without purpose. The message encourages believers to engage deeply with God, reflecting on how Abraham prioritized his relationship with God despite potential inconveniences.

From the series: Be Bold

Discusses living a godly life versus merely a good one, focusing on letting God control one's life plans. It emphasizes the importance of integrating God into all decisions, warning against making plans based solely on personal desires, which leads away from godliness.

From the series: Be Bold

Discusses the detrimental effects of showing favoritism within the Christian community, emphasizing that such behavior contradicts the teachings of Christ. It stresses that genuine faith is reflected in treating all individuals equally, regardless of their social or economic status, reflecting God's unconditional love and the inherent value of every person.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Highlights the church's foundational beliefs and its journey. It emphasizes commitment to spiritual growth and community impact, reflecting on their beginnings and the biblical basis for our values and mission.

From the series: From This Day Forward

Discusses the importance of perseverance in marriage, emphasizing it as a covenant of deep commitment beyond a mere contract. Advocates for nurturing and valuing this relationship according to biblical principles, despite challenges or the imperfections of spouses.

From the series: From This Day Forward

Emphasizes the biblical perspective on conflict in marriage, exploring the spiritual roots of arguments and the importance of godly communication. It highlights the need for Christians to address heart issues and speak life-giving words, grounded in the truths of the Bible.

From the series: From This Day Forward

Discusses God's intentions for marriage, emphasizing spiritual unity and the sanctity of the marital covenant. It outlines practical commitments for fostering a Godly relationship, addressing both the blessings and challenges of marriage from a biblical perspective.

From the series: Bless This Home

Emphasizes that those who follow Christ will face persecution, but are blessed and should rejoice because their reward in heaven is great. The message encourages believers to expect persecution, endure it because Christ is worth it, and create a strong family identity in God's kingdom to withstand societal pressures and opposition. The overarching theme is to maintain faith and commitment to Jesus, understanding the eternal value of their stand for righteousness.

From the series: Bless This Home

Focuses on the importance of being peacemakers as described in Matthew 5:9. It highlights that true peace is not just the absence of conflict but the presence of good. Encourages believers to address conflicts directly, speak truth in love, handle one issue at a time, confess sins, and practice forgiveness to foster peace in their homes and relationships.

From the series: Bless This Home

Emphasizes the importance of joy in the Christian home. It discusses how true joy comes from a relationship with God and living out the Beatitudes. Encourages families to pursue righteousness and maintain a joyful attitude through faith, highlighting that joy is a vital element of a blessed and spiritually healthy home.

From the series: Christmas

Reflects on the unexpected and often challenging circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus. It highlights how God chose humble and unlikely individuals, like Mary and Joseph, to fulfill His plan. Their story underscores that even in messy situations, God's presence and purpose prevail. By embracing the messiness of life and trusting in God's plan, believers can find hope and meaning.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Discusses the critical role of forgiveness in maintaining healthy relationships, especially during the holiday season. It highlights how holding onto anger and resentment harms both relationships and spiritual well-being.

From the series: FAQs

Explores the reasons behind Jesus' incarnation, focusing on God's love and desire for a relationship with humanity. It discusses God's self-sufficiency, the significance of creation, and humanity's fall into sin. Emphasizes God's plan for redemption through Jesus' sacrifice, highlighting His grief over sin and His enduring love and patience, giving time for people to repent and turn to Him.

From the series: Overcome

Focusing on biblical teachings about victory, using the Greek word "Nike" for victory. This message explores overcoming broken relationships through biblical principles such as prayer, humility, forgiveness, and relying on God's love and strength. The sermon emphasizes the importance of aligning one's life with Christ, yielding to His will, and trusting in God's power to heal and restore relationships, even in challenging circumstances.

From the series: Believe

Continues the exploration of key Christian beliefs, focusing on the significance of God's pursuit of humanity, culminating in the incarnation of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that Jesus' coming was foretold throughout the Old Testament, and His birth, life, death, and resurrection fulfill these prophecies.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on the significance of baptism as a symbolic ceremony that represents a believer's union with Christ, the cleansing from sin, and their allegiance to Jesus. It explains that baptism is a public declaration of faith and an act of obedience, marking the transformation from an old life to a new one in Christ.

From the series: Believe

Focuses on understanding the nature of God, exploring His attributes, and emphasizing the importance of having a clear understanding of who God is. It covers the incommunicable (attributes unique to God) and communicable (attributes humans can relate to) aspects of God, such as His omnipotence, omnipresence, and love.

From the series: Jonah

Explores the story of Jonah, focusing on the prophet's reluctance to obey God's command to preach to Nineveh. Despite Jonah's eventual compliance, his heart remains prideful and self-righteous, as shown in his anger when God spares Nineveh. Highlights the dangers of self-righteousness, emphasizing that God's grace is undeserved and available to all, not just those who believe they are superior. It calls for humility, compassion, and understanding of God's boundless mercy.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on the essence of Christmas as a time to celebrate the coming of Jesus, not just as a baby, but as the Savior who reconciles sinners to God. It emphasizes that Jesus came to forgive and heal those in need, reaching out to the broken and despised, like the tax collector Matthew. Highlights that Jesus calls sinners, no matter how unworthy, to follow Him, offering grace, healing, and transformation. The call to Christians is to extend that same love and hope to the brokenhearted, just as Jesus did.

From the series: Focused

Emphasizes the importance of loving God and loving others as the central purpose of the church. Using the metaphor of a baseball diamond, it illustrates how believers must start with a relationship with God ("first base") and progress to loving others within the church and the world ("second and third base").

From the series: Focused

Examining the purpose of the church and how believers should engage in God’s mission. Using the metaphor of a baseball diamond, it emphasizes that the "win" for Christians is making disciples, which starts with a relationship with God.

We answer a hundred small questions a day. A look at the few that actually matter for eternity, starting with who Jesus is.

It is more blessed to give than to receive. What might change if we truly believed the words of Jesus and lived generously because of them?

From the first Passover in Egypt to the upper room, one thread runs through it all. How communion ties the old and new covenants together in Christ.

On the clock, our time is not our own. A look at how that everyday phrase reframes the way we steward the gifts and talents God has given us.

Ask if you are blessed and most of us start counting our stuff. A holiday reflection on a deeper, sturdier way to measure our blessings.

Why pray to a God who already knows everything and controls all things? Six reasons prayer still matters more than you might think.

Life can feel relentlessly busy. Ever wonder what God actually says about all that chaos? A look at the rest he wants for tired hearts.

Why do we crown our trees with a star or an angel each year? The tradition traces straight back to the night Jesus was born.

After his baptism, Jesus answers temptation with Scripture alone. What Matthew 4:4 shows us about the power God makes available to his people.

We treasure the last words of someone we love. A look at Jesus' final words to his disciples and the mission he left his church.

Where does the Trinity come from, and is it even biblical? An accessible look at what Scripture actually teaches about one God in three persons.

Where did Lent come from, and what is it for? A short look at the season of fasting and repentance that prepares our hearts for Easter.

Ever read a Bible verse that left you anxious about where you stand with God? How to approach the passages that trouble us, starting with one in Matthew.

The Old Testament law was given to Israel, not the church. A clear walk through which commands still apply to Christians today and why.

Jesus said no one knows the day of his return, not even the Son. A thoughtful look at how that fits with believing Jesus is fully God.

This is a big question. It affects all of us, because all of us at some point will go through crisis. James tells us that in James 1, "consider it all joy when you go through crisis", not if you are…

Can he speak into our hearts? Can he read our minds? I would answer these questions a little bit different if we were talking about believers vs. unbelievers, as it relates to their relationship with…

A careful look at what Scripture actually says about apostles, with an invitation to hold your views loosely and let God's word lead.

Fasting can feel both intriguing and confusing. A plain look at why Christians fast and how it can deepen your relationship with God.