Hardwired with Jeff Wickwire

7.19.2024 - 01 - The Courage to Keep Going Part 1 By pastor Jeff Wickwire

Do you have the courage to lay down your life for the Gospel? Well, Pastor Jeff thinks it’s a pretty difficult thing for anyone to be willing to do. But the courage that Jesus gives you is strong enough to overcome any punishment or consequence mankind can dream up. Fear comes from the enemy, and Satan would like no more than for you to cower and hide away from opposition, so that your light may be hidden. But Jesus wants your light to shine bright in a dark world, no matter the cost or danger.

07.18.2024 - 04 - Three Keys to Killing Conflict Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

What does Pastor Jeff mean when he calls the Bible a great sword but a terrible club? It means that Scripture is great for teaching and correction, but shouldn’t be used for personal arguments or to win an argument out of anger. God’s word is much too valuable to be used to tear down your neighbor. Rather, you should be going into God’s word alongside your neighbor, and finding ways to build each other up. Your fight isn’t against flesh and blood but against the forces of evil.

07.17.2024 - 04 - Three Keys to Killing Conflict Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Are you ever typing something on your phone, and notice that your phone is suggesting the next word that you would usually type? Sometimes you can keep selecting the recommended word until you have a complete sentence. Well, Pastor Jeff reminds you today that humans have a tendency to complete other people’s thoughts when in an argument. But you may assume the worst of their words before they even say anything, and make the argument even worse than it was going to be.

07.16.2024 - 03 - Satan’s Favorite Trick Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Your communities are a valuable target to the forces of evil. Satan would love nothing more than to infiltrate every single group of godly people and drive wedges between all of them, isolating believers and making them more likely to fall away from the path of righteousness. But Pastor Jeff gives you the tools today to not just identify Satan’s tactics, but how to fight back against the armies of hell. With the Holy Spirit on your side, you can be certain that Satan is fighting a battle that is already lost.

07.15.2024 - 03 - Satan’s Favorite Trick Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Did you know that even though you are saved, the Devil is still trying to control you? He is a tricky being and is always looking for windows by which he can sow doubt and confusion in your heart. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that unforgiveness is one of Satan’s most successful strategies, and that it has led to so much division and confusion in the Church throughout history. But by practicing forgiveness toward your neighbor, you can catch the devil in the act and shut him out of your heart.

07.14.2024 - 01 - The Loveless Church Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

In your walk with Christ, do you know the power that you have through the cross? Do you know that when Jesus rose from the dead it wasn’t just for a cool story? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that you have unlimited power through God’s perfect grace. When you let Him into your heart, you inherited His power from defeating death. Don’t take this potential for granted and make a difference in the lives of others around. Stop being stagnant and be a vessel for God’s love. 

07.13.2024 - 04 - Abraham’s Greatest Mistake Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Do you know where you stand in eternity? When you’ve moved on from this world, where are you headed and what do you plan on bringing with you? In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that if you want to be saved from your past and move on from your mistakes, give your heart to Jesus. Everything on this earth will be dead and gone someday, but God’s grace will always remain. Stop wasting your time on lies that will fade away and invest in what matters most—eternity with Jesus. 

07.12.2024 - 02 - Forgive Quickly Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

You should always be quick to forgive your neighbor when they sin against you. Why is it so important to forgive? Pastor Jeff teaches today that a spirit of unforgiveness can fester, and over time it’ll take root in your soul and cause you to become bitter towards those around you. By swallowing your pride and forgiving those who have wronged you, you make the mature decision to no longer live in anger, but to live in forgiveness. You should forgive others just as Christ has forgiven you.

07.11.2024 - 02 - Forgive Quickly Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever tried to wash your hands with hot water but the water was too hot? Your instincts kick in and you flinch away from the heat. But once you add in cold water, the temperature becomes more bearable. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that having too hot of a tone of voice can cause people to react in anger, but if you take the time to cool your emotions and speak in a calm tone, you can diffuse a tense situation and have a mature conversation. It’s all about controlling your feelings.

07.10.2024 - 01 - Listen First Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

One tactic that is common when people get into conflict is to try to put the other person under an avalanche of arguments, to bury them in things so that they have no choice but to give up. Oftentimes both sides will attempt to overwhelm each other, and the argument will pivot away from the root disagreement. Pastor Jeff reminds you today to stay focused, and address the original issue with patience and love. Once you start an avalanche, you may not be able to stop it before someone gets hurt.

07.09.2024 - 01 - Listen First Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Our human response to conflict is to immediately get on the defensive and try to win the argument at any cost. It’s our survival instinct kicking in. But Pastor Jeff teaches us today that God’s will is for us to set aside our basic instincts and instead, choose the righteous path; to slow down and take the time to think before diving into an argument with someone. It takes time and patience to re-train our minds, but it will always be worth the effort. Reconciliation is a more desirable outcome than conflict.

07.08.2024 - 05 - The New Age Jesus Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Do you believe in absolute truth? Is there anything that you can trust in - to be 100% true? Well, the Word of God is the only thing that meets that criteria. Anything else you read or hear is subject to the corruption of sinful thoughts and intentions. Pastor Jeff reminds you today to trust in God’s Word over any other teaching you hear, because it’s impossible to separate the most well-intentioned teachers from their sinful nature. Only Jesus, who didn’t inherit the burden of sin, is perfectly trustworthy.

07.07.2024 - 04 - Abraham’s Greatest Mistake Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When you accepted Jesus into your heart, did you realize that it’s not all up to Him? Have you been on the sidelines, waiting for God to call your number? Or maybe you’re in the game ignoring God when He pulls out you? Today in his message, Pastor Jeff explains that if you want to grow in your connection with God, you need to be intentional about putting in the work. No, God doesn’t need you to help with His plans, instead, He simply needs you to show initiative. Set a fire for the sake of God’s gospel. 

07.06.2024 - 03 - Abraham’s Toughest Test Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

In your faith journey, do you let faith guide your path? Do you listen to God’s calling for your life and spring into action? Or do you let it pass you by? Today in his message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that you need to always be on call for the cause of God’s kingdom. If you’re not living out the plan that He has in store for you, you’re missing massive growth in your relationship with Him. Stay true to the great commission and serve the Lord relentlessly. Be a beacon of change for God’s Kingdom. 

07.05.2024 - 05 - The New Age Jesus Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

One of the ways that New Age belief systems draw in Christians is their use of Christian language. Even the Jehovah’s Witnesses worship the concept of Jesus, yet change things about His nature that contradict Scripture. Pastor Jeff teaches today that it is important for believers to pay attention to the details if they’re uncertain about a teaching they’re hearing. Little things like Jesus being a created being may seem insignificant, but they lead people down a path that leads away from God’s truth.

07.04.2024 - 04 - A Different Jesus Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

All of humanity is born into a sinful nature; our inheritance that can be traced all the way back to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. We may not be born Christian, but by the grace of God, we have the opportunity to receive Jesus’ gift of salvation and be freed from the burden of our sin. Pastor Jeff teaches today that none of us are good on our own; we are only made “good” by the work of Jesus in us.  The Holy Spirit changes us from the inside out. Without that, we are rotten and sinful to the core.

07.03.2024 - 04 - A Different Jesus Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Who is Jesus to you? Who do you think He is? How much does your view of Jesus come from Scripture, and how much comes from your own perceptions and preconceptions? It’s a difficult task to fully rely on Scripture, but today Pastor Jeff implores you to make Scripture your only source about Him. Human interpretations of His character are destined to be flawed, and mischaracterizations of who He really is. If you’re not careful, you might put Jesus into a box, and create your own personal Jesus.

07.02.2024 - 03 - He Was a Sinless Savior Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Make no mistake, a key component of Jesus’ salvation is that He died a sinless Savior.  It’s because of this that the sacrifice of His blood was able to cover the cost of all the sins of humanity. Pastor Jeff reminds you in today’s message that any teaching that says that Jesus was a human who sinned undermines the message of the Gospel. A great price was paid to redeem you from the slavery of sin.  Are you going to risk tarnishing that message by believing a false teacher, or do you trust Scripture?

07.01.2024 - 03 - He Was a Sinless Savior Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

How do you know that you’re living in the end times? The more and more you see people trying to discredit the dual nature of Jesus, you can be certain that the enemy is trying to undermine His authority on Earth. Pastor Jeff reminds you in today’s message to be on the lookout, and be wary of those who may try to distract you. Jesus tells you exactly who He is in the Gospels, so don’t take anyone else’s word for it. Jesus is fully man, fully God, the Savior of the world, and the Prince of Peace.

06.30.2024 - 03 - Abraham’s Toughest Test Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever experienced God’s favor in your life? Have you ever known someone who’s basking in God’s goodness? In today’s message from Pastor Jeff, he wants you to know that if you want to make a U-turn and change your life for the better, lean into God’s promises. He wants nothing more than to shine His grace into your life and all you need to do is accept His gift. There’s nothing that you could ever do to save yourself. Leave your burdens at the feet of Jesus and be forever changed. 

06.29.2024 - 02 - How Abraham Defeated Danger Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When God makes big promises, what do you do? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unequipped, but God will always have a way to use you in big ways. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that you need to leave your worries at the door and let God do mighty things in your life. Be His hands and feet and let Him work in and through you to bring His kingdom to the world. Never stop pursuing the heart of Jesus and experience a fresh renewal in your faith. Listen to His still, soft voice.  

06.28.2024 - 02 - Truly Human, Truly God By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When’s the last time you told God something He didn’t already know? If you answered anything but “never,” you probably haven’t been paying attention while reading your Bible! In today’s message, Pastor Jeff uses the story of Lazarus to show that Jesus was omniscient, even on Earth. Why is that important? Because it is vital for Christians to believe that Jesus retained His full power while in human form.  He took on human nature, in addition to His divine nature. He was fully human, and fully God.

06.27.2024 - 01 - He Was God Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Jesus isn’t just the Messiah, but He is also the embodiment of the Word of God! The Bible teaches that all of Creation was breathed into being by God’s Word, by Jesus Christ. That also means that every person on the planet is God’s creation, uniquely and wonderfully made by Jesus. Pastor Jeff wants you to know today that without Jesus, without Him being who He says He is, nothing in the world would exist, including the spiritual forces that are battling behind the scenes of the visible world. 

06.26.2024 - 01 - He Was God Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Who is Jesus to you? Unfortunately, it is all too easy to be confused about the nature of Jesus in today’s society. But in today’s message, Pastor Jeff takes a stand against deception and uncertainty and wants you to know exactly who Jesus really is. As your picture of Jesus becomes clearer and more defined, you will have the ability to discern and run from false teachers. Now more than ever, it is important to understand what Scripture says and doesn’t say about Jesus, and why He came to Earth.

06.25.2024 - 04 - Pray About It Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

If you're longing for a fresh wave of peace that surpasses anything you've experienced before, it's essential to surrender yourself to the Lord fully. Today, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that by giving your all to God, you open the door for His promises to transform your life and lead you to a new identity. This process begins with relinquishing control and trusting God's plan for your life. It's about letting go of fears, doubts, and insecurities and embracing the truth of who God says you are. 

06.24.2024 - 04 - Pray About It Part 1 By pastor Jeff Wickwire

Your relationship with Jesus is the most significant aspect of your life, and it should be a vertical one, centered on your connection with God rather than being influenced by external opinions or judgments. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff encourages you that vertical alignment means prioritizing God's perspective and His role in your life above all else. When you focus on the vertical relationship with Jesus, you're freed from the pressures and expectations of the world. 

06.23.2024 - 02 - How Abraham Defeated Danger Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When you experience rough patches in your life, where do you turn? Do you seek after God in all seasons of life, or do you only cry out to Him in times of desperate need? In today’s message from Pastor Jeff, he shows you the power that is found in being on fire for God’s kingdom. You can’t approach God like a magic genie and only pray when you need help. Cry out to Him at all times and refresh your connection to Him. God delights in hearing from His children. Let God weather your toughest storms.  

06.22.2024 - 01 - How Abraham Kept Going Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

In today’s message, Pastor Jeff guides you towards the truth that as a Christian, your focus should always be Heavenly minded. By shifting your perspective from the temporary to the eternal, you unearth a wellspring of purpose and hope. Don’t be swayed by the distractions and let your thoughts and actions be guided by the promises of what's to come. Embracing this Heavenly mindset will not only transform your life but also ignite a flame of faith that sets the world on fire in the name of Jesus.

06.21.2024 - 03 - Overcoming Offenses Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

It's crucial not to let offenses and hurtful words from others govern your life. Allowing these negative influences to take control can hinder your progress and keep you from experiencing the fullness of what God has in store for you. Instead, rise above the negativity and be empowered to make a positive difference in your world. Today, Pastor Jeff shares that by focusing on God's love and purpose for your life, you can find strength and resilience in the face of challenges and offenses. 

06.20.2024 - 03 - Overcoming Offenses Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

No matter how tempting it may be to conform to the world's standards or follow trendy ideologies, standing firm in Christ is essential. Today, Pastor Jeff illustrates that your commitment to faith is a powerful witness to others, showcasing the transformative power of God's grace in your life. You demonstrate integrity and authenticity when you resist the world's taunts and remain steadfast in your beliefs. Your actions and words testify to who God is and His impact on those who accept His grace.

06.19.2024 - 02 - Total Surrender Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

It's important to remember that going to the Lord with your prayers and requests is not a sign of weakness or inadequacy but a demonstration of your trust and reliance on Him. Today, Pastor Jeff shares that each time you approach God in prayer, you reaffirm your faith and acknowledge His sovereignty over your life. God's invitation to come to Him with your burdens is a constant reminder of His compassion and care for you. He wants to be intimately involved in every aspect of your life.