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We have a God who speaks. But if that's true, why do most people struggle to ever hear God? In this week's message, pastor Dan explains that it may be because you've been listening for the wrong voice.

They say waiting is the hardest part. That's especially true when the thing you are waiting for is the thing you want most in life. Pastor Amber shares in this week's message how to ensure that that your season of waiting is not wasted.

Womanhood is complicated. Competing expectations and impossible standards battle for your attention every single day. In this episode, we dive in to ancient Bible texts that provide insight into modern femininity.

From "alphas" to "incels," our world is producing increasingly extreme forms of masculinity. But what does manhood look like from a Biblical perspective? Whether you want to be a good man, or you're hoping to find a good man, pastor Dan breaks down the Christian design for godly guys.

Our culture tells us that the key to a life-long relationship is finding the "Right Person." But is that true? Does such a person even exist? In week one of our new series "Love, Sex & Dating", pastor Dan lays out a healthier approach to finding lasting love in the middle of a hookup culture.

Disney's Moana is a fantastic film about a young girl who steps out in faith to fulfill her destiny. In this week's message, pastor Dan compares the animated film to Hebrews 11 and discusses how to follow God when He doesn't give you all the details.

Family ain't easy, a truth on display in 2017's hit film "Instant Family." In week 3 of "At The Movies," pastor Dan looks at what this adoption comedy has to teach us about being accepted into God's family.

What should we do when life spins out of control? In this week's episode of "At The Movies" pastor Dan overlays James 1 onto the story of Jurassic Park as a reminder of how quickly things can go awry when we toy with things that should terrify us.

What happens if you spend your entire life chasing a dream, only to accomplish it, and then lose it all? Where is God when bad times come our way? These are the questions raised by the blockbuster musical "The Greatest Showman." In the first installment of our "At The Movies" series, pastor Dan details how the message of The Greatest Showman parallels and contradicts the message of Jesus.

When you look under your tree this year, you'll find great gifts in ugly wrappings, and gorgeous packages containing mediocre presents. What's inside doesn't always match what's outside! Similarly, when God gives us gifts we might overlook how wonderful they are because of the way they're presented. Using the Christmas story of Joseph, pastor Dan encourages us to really see the gifts that God has given to us (including the greatest gift of all - Jesus).

Christmas is supposed to be the season of cheer. But is it really possible to find joy in the middle of December's preparations and pressures? In this week's episode, Pastor Dan examines the story of Mary and Joseph to discover the true source of Christmas cheer.

When you read the Christmas story, one word jumps out over and over again - PEACE. But how can a baby bring peace? (Have you ever cared for a young child - they are anything but peaceful!) In this week's episode, pastor Dan breaks down how this Christmas you can receive peace of heart, mind and soul. Who wouldn't want to unwrap that gift?!

Most people in our world believe that Jesus was a wise man who was created into a god by his followers many years after he died. But is this true? Is Christianity the biggest conspiracy theory of all time? Is Jesus "the greatest story ever sold?" In this week's message, pastor Dan addresses the "myth of Christ," and points out how Jesus Himself is the greatest piece of evidence of all for God's existence.

Tyler Sutherland is one of our service emcees, financial directors, and kids teachers. Plus, he has been around the world ministering in Jesus' name. Get to know one of our favourite Dream Teamers in this 20 minute conversation!

We live in a morally charged culture. From "family values" to "virtue signalling" to "Twitter rants," our world is battling over what we consider right and wrong. But where does our sense of good and evil even come from? And is it even possible for us to be good without God? In this week's message pastor Dan examines "The Argument from Morality" - evidence for God's existence that comes from humanity's collective conscience.

It's often said that religion is the cause most of the war and violence in our world? But is that really true? Is it possible that faith is still a force of good in the 21st century? And if not, what can we do about it?

In John 10:10, Jesus promised that He would give us "a truly rich and satisfying life." It turns out that sociologists have put that claim to the test and the facts are in: A life with Jesus is literally the best life! In this week's message pastor Dan breaks down all the ways in which active religious practice benefits your mind, body and soul.

There is a common narrative in our world that religion is dying out and soon all that will be left is atheism. But is that really true? What if the world isn't becoming LESS religious, but actually MORE? And in the second half of his message, pastor Dan argues that recent scientific discoveries should lead us to conclude that our universe did in fact have a creator.

Perhaps you've heard the phrase "armour of God" before. But do you really know what it means? In this week's episode, pastor Dan breaks down the significance of the equipment God gives you to stand against the enemy's attacks.

Spiritual warfare is very real, but it's rarely as obvious as demonic possession or heavenly battles spilling into the physical world. More often, the attacks of our enemy are subtle and are designed to confuse and camouflage what's really going on. In this week's message, pastor Dan explains why your visible problems are likely symptoms of a much deeper source, and how to WIN a spiritual battle!