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A Life that Honors God – Part 2

A LIFE THAT HONORS GOD Mark Darling talks about how to live a life that honors God. At the end of our life will we look back and have a life well lived? And that we should fear God and not man.

A Life that Honors God: Honoring God with your Money [ 30:45 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (973)
20 Jan, 2018
  • Authentic Christianity
  • Christian Living

A Life that Honors God – Part 3

A LIFE THAT HONORS GOD Mark Darling talks about how to live a life that honors God. At the end of our life will we look back and have a life well lived? And that we should fear God and not man.

A Life that Honors God: Part 3 [ 32:05 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1006)
27 Jan, 2018
  • Authentic Christianity
  • Christian Living

A Life that Honors God – Part 1

A LIFE THAT HONORS GOD Mark Darling talks about how to live a life that honors God. At the end of our life will we look back and have a life well lived? And that we should fear God and not man.

A Life that Honors God: Part 1 [ 25:44 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1144)
5 Jan, 2018
  • Authentic Christianity
  • Christian Living

Above all else… LOVE – Celeste Rundquist

Celeste Rundquist shares a message called Above All Else… LOVE

Above All Else... LOVE [ 43:27 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (341)
20 Nov, 2017
  • Celeste Rundquist (Darling)
  • Love
  • Women

Regional Meeting Part 2 – Loving Better

Loving Better [ 1:01:36 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (833)
7 Nov, 2017
  • Dealing with People
  • Leadership
  • Love

Regional Meeting Part 1 – Imitate God

Imitate God [ 42:53 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (837)
7 Nov, 2017
  • Dealing with People
  • Leadership
  • Love

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ – Part 3

Jesus gave us, his followers, a life defining mission. It’s a way of life; a calling that is intended to permeate every aspect of our life. It gives everything about our lives divine and eternal significance and meaning. Jesus told us we are to be lights to the world and ambassadors for Jesus Christ. Come join us for this new…read more →

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ - Part 3 [ 36:22 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (611)
24 Nov, 2017
  • Christian Living
  • Mission
  • Purpose

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ – Part 2

Jesus gave us, his followers, a life defining mission. It’s a way of life; a calling that is intended to permeate every aspect of our life. It gives everything about our lives divine and eternal significance and meaning. Jesus told us we are to be lights to the world and ambassadors for Jesus Christ. Come join us for this new…read more →

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ - Part 2 [ 33:47 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (543)
17 Nov, 2017
  • Christian Living
  • Mission
  • Purpose

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ – Part 1

Jesus gave us, his followers, a life defining mission. It’s a way of life; a calling that is intended to permeate every aspect of our life. It gives everything about our lives divine and eternal significance and meaning. Jesus told us we are to be lights to the world and ambassadors for Jesus Christ. Come join us for this new…read more →

Lights to the World, Ambassadors for Christ - Part 1 [ 27:57 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (650)
11 Nov, 2017
  • Christian Living
  • Mission
  • Purpose

Raising a Different Kind of Child in a Different Kind of Family

Mark talks about how he and his wife cultivated a household environment of love and grace so as to distill Godly morals into his children. And he explains how he could not be a perfect father, but was intentional on seeking forgiveness and seeking God.

Raising a Different Kind of Child in a Different Kind of Family [ 23:32 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (925)
27 Oct, 2017
  • Fatherhood
  • God's Will
  • Marriage
  • Men
  • Mission
  • Motherhood
  • Parenting
  • Purpose
  • Women

Soul Prescription: Psalms – Part 3

I believe there are many people feeling weary and in need of hope, strength, encouragement, and renewed perspective. The definition of “prescription” is “a prescribed remedy!” Our weary hurting souls need the remedy that the Psalms provide. May God give you grace today. —Pastor Mark Darling

Soul Prescription: Psalms 42 and 138 [ 29:20 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (425)
29 Sep, 2017
  • Anxiety and Worry
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Discouragement
  • Divine Perspective
  • Encouragement
  • Fear
  • Hope
  • Importance of The Bible
  • Joy
  • Peace
  • Prayer
  • Thankfulness
  • Trials
  • Troubles

Soul Prescription: Psalms – Part 2

I believe there are many people feeling weary and in need of hope, strength, encouragement, and renewed perspective. The definition of “prescription” is “a prescribed remedy!” Our weary hurting souls need the remedy that the Psalms provide. May God give you grace today. —Pastor Mark Darling

Soul Prescription: Psalms 27 [ 21:25 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (714)
15 Sep, 2017
  • Anxiety and Worry
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Discouragement
  • Divine Perspective
  • Encouragement
  • Fear
  • Hope
  • Importance of The Bible
  • Joy
  • Peace
  • Prayer
  • Thankfulness
  • Trials
  • Troubles

Soul Prescription: Psalms – Part 1

I believe there are many people feeling weary and in need of hope, strength, encouragement, and renewed perspective. The definition of “prescription” is “a prescribed remedy!” Our weary hurting souls need the remedy that the Psalms provide. May God give you grace today. —Pastor Mark Darling

Soul Prescription: Psalms 34 [ 32:40 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (929)
8 Sep, 2017
  • Anxiety and Worry
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Discouragement
  • Divine Perspective
  • Encouragement
  • Fear
  • Hope
  • Importance of The Bible
  • Joy
  • Peace
  • Prayer
  • Thankfulness
  • Trials
  • Troubles

Loving Better

(FYI – this was intended to be a series but is actually a single message) Loneliness has become an epidemic in our country. Though we are more connected than ever before with technology, our daily life revolving much around connectedness through social media, more and more people report feeling isolated and alone. Jesus commanded us to love one another. Love…read more →

Loving Better [ 46:11 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1139)
2 Sep, 2017
  • Christian Living
  • Dealing with People
  • Grace
  • Love

Unite 2017: Living In Grace

Listen to Mark’s inspiring message from the 2017 Evergreen Unite series.

Living In Grace [ 26:28 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (997)
27 Aug, 2017
  • Grace
  • Love

James: Grow Real Faith, Take Real Action – Part 3

Grow real faith, take real action.

James: Part 3 [ 36:54 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (991)
21 Jul, 2017
  • Encouragement
  • Perseverance
  • Thankfulness
  • Trials

James: Grow Real Faith, Take Real Action – Part 2

Grow real faith, take real action.

James: Part 2 [ 28:02 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (802)
14 Jul, 2017
  • Encouragement
  • Marriage
  • Perseverance
  • Thankfulness
  • Trials

James: Grow Real Faith, Take Real Action – Part 1

Grow real faith, take real action.

James: Part 1 Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (916)
8 Jul, 2017
  • Encouragement
  • Perseverance
  • Trials

Winning The Next Generation

Pastor Mark shared a powerful message at the Great Commission Church Pastors Conference.

Winning The Next Generation [ 1:08:23 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (983)
21 Jun, 2017
  • Courage
  • Discipleship
  • Fatherhood
  • Leadership
  • Men
  • Wisdom

Living in Grace – Part 3

Living in Grace - Part 3 [ 33:26 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1045)
4 Jun, 2017
  • Doubt
  • Encouragement
  • Grace
  • Jesus
  • Joy

Living in Grace – Part 2

Living in Grace - Part 2 [ 33:35 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (915)
27 May, 2017
  • Encouragement
  • Grace

Living in Grace – Part 1

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19 May, 2017
  • Encouragement
  • Grace

Parenting With Grace

Parenting With Grace [ 31:36 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1131)
12 May, 2017
  • Fatherhood
  • Motherhood
  • Parenting

The Why Motivations – Part 1

Why live for Christ? Why walk uprightly? Why should I battle my carnal desires? Why should I sacrifice my time and energy to serve God? Why should I obey all Jesus commanded? Many Christians struggle with these questions. Many find themselves running on empty, overwhelmed by a sense of duty, like, I have to serve God, I have to have…read more →

The Why Motivations: Part 1 [ 38:14 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1117)
21 Apr, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Faith
  • Joy
  • Perseverance

The Why Motivations – Part 2

Why live for Christ? Why walk uprightly? Why should I battle my carnal desires? Why should I sacrifice my time and energy to serve God? Why should I obey all Jesus commanded? Many Christians struggle with these questions. Many find themselves running on empty, overwhelmed by a sense of duty, like, I have to serve God, I have to have…read more →

The Why Motivations: Part 2 [ 38:34 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (971)
29 Apr, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Faith
  • Joy
  • Perseverance

The Why Motivations – Part 3

Why live for Christ? Why walk uprightly? Why should I battle my carnal desires? Why should I sacrifice my time and energy to serve God? Why should I obey all Jesus commanded? Many Christians struggle with these questions. Many find themselves running on empty, overwhelmed by a sense of duty, like, I have to serve God, I have to have…read more →

The Why Motivations: Part 3 [ 38:40 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1038)
5 May, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Faith
  • Fatherhood
  • Joy
  • Parenting
  • Perseverance

Making Disciples – Part 2

This is a message from the Northlands Regional Leaders Meeting

Intentional Disciple Making - Part 2 [ 52:11 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1041)
19 Mar, 2017
  • Discipleship
  • Leadership
  • Mission
  • Purpose

Making Disciples – Part 1

This is a message from the Northlands Regional Leaders Meeting

Intentional Disciple Making - Part 1 [ 46:38 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1040)
19 Mar, 2017
  • Discipleship
  • Leadership
  • Mission
  • Purpose

Psalms of Encouragement – Part 3: Psalm 40

There is not a day that goes by that each of us does not need the encouragement of God. As Christians today, we face many challenges, and obstacles. Over the last 40 years, I have found great comfort, encouragement and perspective from the Psalms. Please join me, Pastor Mark Darling, for this new series, “Psalms of Encouragement”, as we walk…read more →

Psalms of Encouragement - Psalm 40 [ 38:21 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (693)
18 Mar, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Relationship with God

Psalms of Encouragement – Part 2: Psalm 145

There is not a day that goes by that each of us does not need the encouragement of God. As Christians today, we face many challenges, and obstacles. Over the last 40 years, I have found great comfort, encouragement and perspective from the Psalms. Please join me, Pastor Mark Darling, for this new series, “Psalms of Encouragement”, as we walk…read more →

Psalms of Encouragement - Psalm 145 [ 43:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (768)
11 Mar, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Relationship with God

Psalms of Encouragement – Part 1: Psalm 66

There is not a day that goes by that each of us does not need the encouragement of God. As Christians today, we face many challenges, and obstacles. Over the last 40 years, I have found great comfort, encouragement and perspective from the Psalms. Please join me, Pastor Mark Darling, for this new series, “Psalms of Encouragement”, as we walk…read more →

Psalms of Encouragement - Psalm 66 [ 36:18 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (849)
3 Mar, 2017
  • Discouragement
  • Encouragement
  • Relationship with God

Pornography: Life Under Siege – Important Resource (PDF)

Here is an important resource with several tools to help you fight the battle. Pornography has taken over every area of our culture and infested every corner of the american psyche.  Full, unfettered and completely free access to pornography (from casual to graphic to violent) is at your fingertips.  Make no mistake: the pornification of our culture is complete and…read more →

Tools to Fight Pornography [ 36:58 ] Download (1248)
26 Feb, 2017
  • Jeromy Darling
  • Overcoming Dysfunction
  • Overcoming Sin
  • Sex
  • Spiritual Warfare
  • Wake Up Call

Reflections of Homeschooling and Raising My Children (Kathy Darling)

Kathy Darling shared a special message at a homeschool co-op on 4/3/2017

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4 Apr, 2017
  • Homeschooling
  • Kathy Darling
  • Motherhood
  • Parenting
  • Success

Pornography: Life Under Siege by Jeromy Darling

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT, PARENTS USE DISCRETION WITH CHILDREN Pornography has taken over every area of our culture and infested every corner of the american psyche.  Full, unfettered and completely free access to pornography (from casual to graphic to violent) is at your fingertips.  Make no mistake: the pornification of our culture is complete and no one is safe.  It’s time we…read more →

Pornography: Life Under Siege [ 43:02 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1500)
17 Feb, 2017
  • Jeromy Darling
  • Overcoming Dysfunction
  • Overcoming Sin
  • Sex
  • Spiritual Warfare
  • Wake Up Call

The Yielded Life

Mark shares stories about the importance of yielding control in your life, and submitting.

The Yielded Life [ 41:13 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (971)
11 Feb, 2017
  • Christian Living
  • God's Will
  • Relationship with God
  • Relationships
  • Submission
  • Trust

What Is God Doing In My Life?

What Is God Doing In My Life? [ 39:08 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (855)
3 Feb, 2017
  • Grace
  • Humility
  • Leadership
  • Purpose
  • Submission

The Maximum Life – Part 4

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28 Jan, 2017
  • Compassion
  • Experiencing God
  • Forgiveness
  • Heaven
  • Joy
  • Love
  • Overcoming Sin
  • Overcoming Your Past
  • Relationship with God

The Maximum Life – Part 3

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21 Jan, 2017
  • Compassion
  • Experiencing God
  • Forgiveness
  • Heaven
  • Joy
  • Judgement
  • Love
  • Overcoming Sin
  • Overcoming Your Past
  • Relationship with God

The Maximum Life – Part 2

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14 Jan, 2017
  • Compassion
  • Experiencing God
  • Forgiveness
  • Joy
  • Love
  • Relationship with God

The Maximum Life – Part 1

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7 Jan, 2017
  • Compassion
  • Experiencing God
  • Forgiveness
  • Joy
  • Love
  • Relationship with God
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