Ignite Global Ministries

From the time we are born we are all impressionable. There are people we have looked up to whose words and ways have mattered more to us than anyone else. However, not every person in our life, even those we have cherished, is helping us to become who God has called us to be. As followers of Jesus we need to be intentional with who we look up to and listen to because the people that we follow have the greatest impact on who we become. In our passage today, the Apostle Paul gives us an encouragement, a warning and a reminder about the importance of followership in our lives.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21 Series: Philippians: Joy from a Jail Ceil   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

Easter is the most important holiday for a Christian. It means our hope in Christ is not misplaced. Historically, people have attempted to cover-up the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are plenty of alternative historical narratives, but Jesus did die and there is evidence of his resurrection. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15 Series: Stand Alone Messages For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

Pastor Ben Dixon delves into the biblical account of the crowd's choice between Jesus and Barabbas, exploring themes of spiritual complacency and the dangers of choosing comfort over truth.Drawing parallels to modern-day challenges, Dixon urges believers to examine their own hearts and confront the temptation to seek easy answers instead of embracing the transformative power of Christ. This message serves as a compelling reminder to prioritize faithfulness and integrity in a world that often favors the status quo. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Series: Stand Alone For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

In his letter to the Galatians, Paul writes to those who had been heavily influenced by Greek thought and culture. Yet Paul taught that as Christians, it is the character of Jesus that influences and transforms us into the likeness of Christ. As we hunger and thirst for God and grow in His purposes, we can be led by the Holy Spirit and receive true freedom.   Speaker: Pastor Chris Manginelli Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26 Series: Guest Speakers   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

All of us want God to work powerfully in and through our lives. This is one of the primary reasons that we pray and seek to obey God’s Word. But the fact is, we don’t always see God do what we want or receive what we have asked Him for through our prayers. Have you ever wondered why? We all have! While we cannot answer “why” for every circumstance, I think it’s important to ask if our faith has something to do with it. Some people might say “your faith has nothing to do with God’s response to you!” Is that true? Is that really what the Bible teaches? Does our faith or lack of faith play a role in God responding to us? That is the question we will explore today by looking at two very important passages of Scripture. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 6:1-6, Luke 7:1-10 Series: Stand Alone Messages For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

All of us have experienced what it’s like to feel stuck where we are but know there is more. We want to grow more, be more, and do more but unfortunately, we allow far too many things to hold us back. In our passage today, the Apostle Paul gives some practical advice about how we can get unstuck and move forward.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

What is the most valuable thing that you have? I realize that is a loaded question which can go in many directions because we all have valuable things that we cherish, preserve and protect. But if you were to boil it down to THE most important thing what would that be? In our passage today, the Apostle Paul dives deep into explaining that our relationship with Jesus is worth everything and more valuable than anything.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

Have you ever heard someone say, “you should be in ministry!” When a comment like this is made it is almost always referring to someone being a pastor or church leader of some kind. Is that what ministry means? The simple answer is NO. The word ministry in the Christian context simply refers to someone serving others in the name of Jesus. That means that every Christian is in ministry and every Christian is a minister. Ministry is not what we do in the church, it’s what we do as the church. In our passage today, we will read about a few of the Apostle Paul’s friends that engaged in ministry by serving others well.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

In the Bible, Jesus is described as the light of the world (John 8:12). But Jesus also taught that His followers would be the light in this world (Matthew 5:14-16). For Christians, this means that we are called to show the character of Jesus and share the words of Jesus which is in direct contrast to the backdrop of the world. If we are the light of Christ, then a good question might be – “How bright is your light?” Are you shining the love and life of Jesus or has your light grown dim? In our passage today, the Apostle Paul calls the church to shine bright in a dark world as he highlights a few things that have the power to determine the brightness of our light.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

When we become Christians, the Bible says that we are born again (John 3:3). This is more than just a good analogy, it means that we are immersed into a whole new life with a new heart, new mind, and a new nature (2 Corinthians 5:17). Although God has given us everything we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3), we still have to grow into spiritual maturity. In theological terms, this process of spiritual growth is referred to as “sanctification.” As Christians we are growing in knowledge, grace, discernment, wisdom, love, and faith (2 Peter 3:18; 1 Peter 2:2; Ephesians 4:15; 2 Corinthians 10:15). Our growth in Christ will never end in this life, which means that wherever we are right now is not the end of the road because there is always more. In our passage today, the Apostle Paul encourages the church at Philippi by reminding them that our maturity in Christ starts with God but requires our participation as well.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13 Series: Stand Alone Series   Fo

In the world we live in, we as christians are called to live in a way the differs from the culture. Paul models characteristics that differ from past and present culture. As we live in courage, compassion, and consideration, we gain eyes for those who are lost, and receive vision for those that are in need of God's touch, and ultimately activates us to live out our faith publicly.   Speaker: Pastor Steve Mickel Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, Acts 21:13, Acts 27:21-26, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Acts 22:1 Series: Stand Alone Messages   Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org "On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made."

Do Christians struggle with being selfish? Of course we do! Even though Jesus has shown us the way of sacrificial love and selflessness, we can still be self-centered and self-focused if we allow ourselves to live by the flesh. If we are truly going to follow Jesus in the way that we live, it will require that we acknowledge selfish tendencies and make selfless choices in both the big and small things in our lives. In our passage today, Paul speaks about denying our internal selfish motives in order to choose a selfless way which is best seen in the life of Jesus Christ.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

What does it mean to be a faithful Christian? What does that really look like in our world today? The Apostle Paul not only spoke about this specifically, but he embodied it by the way he lived. In the final verses of Philippians chapter 1, Paul exhorted the church to live consistently, unified and fearless, no matter what came against them. All these exhortations remain true for us today as we seek to follow Jesus faithfully.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30 Series: Philippians: Joy from a Jail Ceil   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

How do we experience freedom from the power and weight of our problems? Our problems are heavy, but they do not have to consistently weigh us down. The apostle Paul walked through many tribulations, yet found joy and freedom in the midst of it. What did he have? what changed? In Christ we can experience more that what the world can give us but we must keep our eyes of Jesus. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org "On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made."

It can be easy to feel like we aren’t growing, things aren’t changing, and God isn’t doing much in our lives. There are many reasons for why we feel this way, but a lot of it has to do with how we think. The problem we often have is that the process God uses for our development is not as fast or as clear as we would like it to be. But here is the truth: God is at work in our lives right now (Philippians 2:13) and we can be sure that He will finish what He started. In our passage today, we will be encouraged as the Apostle Paul shares his prayerful confidence with the church in Philippi that God is a finisher!   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11 Series: Philippians: Joy From a Jail Cell   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

The book of Philippians is widely known for a handful of famous passages and its practical encouragement. However, what else do we know about this letter? Who wrote it? Why did they write it? Who was it written to? Do the answers to these questions help us understand and live out what is found in this text? Of course! Today we will explore the context of the book of Philippians and discuss some specific titles that are mentioned in the first few verses. I pray that this simple overview will help us to not overlook details that matter as we seek to understand and follow what Scripture teaches.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2 Series: Joy in a Jail Cell   Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org "On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made."

New year, New you? Life transformation begins with Jesus. We are commanded to be transformed through the renewal of our mind. This process requires evaluation of the past, envisioning where we need to go, and implementation of a plan. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Psalm 139:23-24, Ephesians 2:10, Luke 14:27-30 Series: Stand Alone For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

The story of Christmas is the clearest picture of God’s love. He took the initiative and provided a way for us to be in relationship with Him again through Jesus Christ. God loves us so much that He is constantly drawing us to Himself that we might respond with a full surrender. In our passage today we will encounter some men called the “magi” who are looking for the King of the Jews right after the birth of Christ. This story is much more than a historical narrative because it shows us how far God will go to draw us to Himself. The question that we must answer today is how will we respond to such overwhelming love?   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 19:10, John 12:46 Series: Advent   For more information vist www.BenDixon.org

Love comes from God and was relieved through Jesus Christ. We respond to this by receiving and sharing that love with others.   Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12, 1 John 4:7-14, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:12-14 Series: Advent   For more information visit www.BenDixon.org

Our hope is built on Jesus as the promised Messiah. As a believer, this should change the way we live and will be fully satisfied when Jesus returns.    Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Luke 2:21-38, Romans 8:24-25, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Romans 15:13 Series: Advent   Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org "On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made."