Hardwired with Jeff Wickwire

9.19.2024 - 05 - Still Others Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever tried to walk the wrong way on an escalator? Or tried to paddle a kayak upstream? It takes so much extra work to make progress, that it’s tempting to just give up and go where the stairs or the current is taking you. This is a lot like life, where Pastor Jeff shows you today that following God isn’t always going to be an easy journey. In fact, there will be many times that it feels like you’re trying to fight against the entire world. But yet, God’s path is the only one that leads to eternal life.

09.18.2024 - 04 - The Faith of Moses Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Isn’t it hard to let go of something that God has blessed you with? Even if you know there’s something better around the corner, it’s easy to hold on to the security of what you already have instead of reaching for what’s new. But Pastor Jeff teaches that Moses had to do this exact thing to follow after God: he had to let go of his earthly position in the royal household of Egypt, and instead embrace the role that God was making for him, to be used by God in the liberation of the nation of Israel from slavery.

09.17.2024 - 04 - The Faith of Moses Part 1 By pastor Jeff Wickwire

God’s providence is an invisible force that is always working behind the scenes in your life. You can’t always see, hear, or feel it working, but God is working nonetheless. Pastor Jeff teaches you today about how God was working in Moses’ favor even as an infant, guiding the basket containing baby Moses down the Nile river until it was encountered by Pharaoh's daughter. Moses’ parents had faith that God would take care of their son, and the Lord used him to free the people of Israel.

09.16.2024 - 03 - Abraham’s Greatest Test Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Because of the fallen nature of humanity, all of us have been corrupted by sin and deserve death. The only way to avert God’s wrath is for someone else to bear it in our place. But Pastor Jeff reminds you that just like when God made a way for Abraham to sacrifice a ram in the place of his son, Isaac, He has also made a way for a sacrifice to be made in our place, and the one who was sacrificed for us is Jesus Christ. We don’t have to endure the eternal consequences of sin because of the blood of Jesus.

09.15.2024 - 03 - Short-Cuts Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

It’s easy to think that it was easy for Jesus on the cross. Whether you believe He truly is the Son of God or whether He’s just another holy man, the importance of the cross easily gets diminished. Today, Pastor Jeff reminds you to never forget the importance of Jesus’ sacrifice. When He freely gave His life, it wasn’t easy. When Jesus sweat blood before His sacrifice, it wasn’t just a stunt. He was so concerned about this decision that He felt the weight of it. Rejoice in the freedom you have through Jesus. 

09.14.2024 - 02 - Right Need, Wrong Answer Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Do you ever take matters into your own hands? Even when you know God’s plans, do you ever try to move things along by your own might? Today, Pastor Jeff reminds you that no matter how well you think you have it all together, God’s plan will always serve to bless you the most. The more you exercise patience and let God do his thing, the closer you’ll be to the person you want to become. Experience your full purpose by taking God’s hand and letting Him lead. He has plans for your life that you could never fathom.  

09.13.2024 - 03 - Abraham’s Greatest Test Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

What happens when you stop watering a plant? For most plants, they will start to wither and die without a source of water in their soil. And just like a plant, your faith can wither or die if it’s not fed by an external source. But Abraham learned to feed his faith not through material blessings, but instead through the presence of God. Pastor Jeff wants you to be able to withstand seasons of waiting because God’s promises don’t come with a short wait time. It can take years to see His promises come to fruition.

09.12.2024 - 02 - The Faith of Abraham Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Are you good at walking backward? Very few people are able to walk as quickly backward as they are forwards, and there is more danger of tripping and falling since you don’t have eyes in the back of your head. But Pastor Jeff teaches you today that there are many people who follow God while walking backward, they are just focused on what they have left behind. If you want to have the faith of Abraham, you need to let go of the things you have left behind and fix your eyes on the better things to come.

09.11.2024 - 02 - The Faith of Abraham Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Abraham is one of the best examples of faith in God that you could hope to follow. In today’s message, you’ll learn from Pastor Jeff about how Abraham gave up his life of comfort in his homeland to follow the new promises that God had given him. Although he didn’t know what the next several steps would entail, he trusted in the Lord to lead him to green pastures and springs of clean water. When God calls you to go somewhere new and unknown, will you follow His lead, or will you stay back in fear?

09.10.2024 - 01 - Faith at the Dawn of History Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever been on an airplane and had to listen to the flight safety briefing? Even for a short, regional flight, you need to know where the life preservers and oxygen masks are located in case of an emergency. Well, Pastor Jeff teaches you today about how God used Noah to build the ultimate rescue device, the Ark. God told Noah to build a large ship, far from any major body of water, and it was because of Noah’s faith in God that he and his family were saved from the flood that destroyed mankind.

09.09.2024 - 01 - Faith at the Dawn of History Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

The great thing about Abel’s faith was that he recognized the significance of the shedding of blood. He recognized that sin had consequences and that the atonement of sin required a sacrifice. Pastor Jeff wants you to know today that from the dawn of history, mankind has carried the burden of the consequences of sin and that sacrifice is required. However, you can rejoice in knowing that your debt has already been paid by Jesus! His blood sacrifice can cover the sins of all humanity.

09.08.2024 - 02 - Right Need, Wrong Answer Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

It’s safe to say that we’ve all drifted into sin at one time or another. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been a Christian for thirty seconds or thirty years, Satan’s temptations never cease. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that it’s impossible to be perfect and all you need to do is seek God’s grace. His mercies are boundless and your debt has already been paid by the sacrifice of His son on the cross. Wash yourself clean and start your day refreshed by accepting God’s forgiveness.  

09.07.2024 - 01 - The Anatomy of a Temptation Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

We all face defeat. It doesn’t matter the amount of wins that we have, losing to our flesh stings worse and worse every time. Today in his message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that if you want to buck the trend and live a life set apart from the pain of this world, give your heart to Jesus. There’s nothing that you have to do except simply accept His free gift of grace. Leave your burdens at His feet and kiss your mistakes goodbye. Stop trying to fix everything on your own and let God do the heavy lifting. 

09.06.2024 - 04 - The Crucial Importance of Waiting on God Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When we get confused about what course of action to take, it can feel like the road ahead is cloudy and uncertain. But Pastor Jeff reminds us today that if we take the time to pray for guidance from the Lord, He will begin to remove the doubt and the possibilities that we’re not meant to pursue. Eventually, He will make the correct path forward clear and easy to follow. God doesn’t want us to take the wrong path, but He does want us to learn to be patient and trust in His timing, not our own.

09.05.2024 - 04 - The Crucial Importance of Waiting on God Part 1 By Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever been stuck in traffic without knowing what caused the holdup? Maybe there is an accident up ahead, or a school bus dropping children off in their neighborhood. It can be easy to get impatient and frustrated, but you can also choose to be patient and trust that you will be on your way again soon. Pastor Jeff teaches you today that Jesus may have a good reason for making you wait. Sometimes waiting is part of the lesson that He is trying to teach you. He works on His own schedule.

09.04.2024 - 03 - How to Know God is Guiding You Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

The easiest way to know you are following God’s path for your life is when you see the obstacles in front of you fall away as if they were nothing. See, God isn’t just guiding your steps, He is also clearing the way ahead, like the leader of an expedition cuts away heavy brush with a machete. Pastor Jeff reminds you today that you can never venture too far away from God’s will. Oftentimes all you need to do is turn around and take a single step towards the straight and narrow path. God will do the rest.

09.03.2024 - 03 - How to Know God is Guiding You Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When was the last time you drove somewhere new without using GPS or a map? If you know the area well enough, you can usually find where you’re going pretty easily. But if you’re in a new region, you need a guidemap to tell you where to go. Pastor Jeff reminds you today that God has given you the ultimate guidemap: His Word. If you want to know where you’re headed in life, you need to know the guidemap inside and out. You need to eat, breathe, and sleep with the Word of God on your heart.

09.02.2024 - 02 - In All Your Ways Acknowledge Him Part 2 By Pastor Jeff wickwire

Life is full of decisions. Modern society has given you so many options that even a simple trip to the grocery store can be overwhelming as you choose from thousands of products to find the right ones for you and your family. You can take on all of life’s decisions on your own, and risk making some mistakes along the way, or you can trust in the Lord to be your guide. Pastor Jeff wants you to feel at peace when you make your decisions, a peace that only God’s presence can provide.

09.01.2024 - 01 - The Anatomy of a Temptation Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever fallen from great heights? Have you ever been at the highest of highs in your life, only to see it all crumble away in an instant? Today, Pastor Jeff reminds you that while failure is unavoidable, there is a way to find hope no matter what storm you're facing: Jesus. If you want to be at the top of your game and remain the person you know you want to be, surrender yourself to Him. Leave your burdens at the foot of the cross and be set free. Give the keys to Jesus and experience renewal like never before. 

08.31.2024 - 07 - Laodicea—The Lukewarm Church Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When’s the last time you let God open your eyes to His Word? It’s one thing to spend time in the Bible, but it’s another thing entirely to fully open your eyes to His truths. Today in his message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that if you want to step into the glorious purpose that God has for your life, you need to fully consume His Word. Don’t take the Bible at face value, dig deep into its truths and let God guide you to what He has for your life. See the Bible in a whole new way and be renewed in your faith. 

08.30.2024 - 02 - In All Your Ways Acknowledge Him Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever driven home on a foggy night? There are times when you can barely see ten feet in front of you, and you have to pull over for your own safety. Well, that’s how life works, too. You don’t know what is coming your way in the next few minutes, much less the next few days or weeks. Pastor Jeff says that’s why it’s so important to trust God because He can see the whole picture. He knows what is coming your way that you can’t see otherwise. You can trust him to guide your path.

08.29.2024 - 01 - Can You Trust Him With That Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Are you a wise person who seeks God’s guidance before making a decision? Oftentimes the decisions we are faced with seem like we need to make a choice immediately. But Pastor Jeff wants us to know that it’s always a wise choice to ask the Lord and wait for His counsel. We may not always get a firm “yes” or “no”, but the Lord can prompt us through the Holy Spirit on what way we should go. God doesn’t always respond when we want Him to, but He will always tell us what we need to hear.

08.28.2024 - 01 - Can You Trust Him With That Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

One of the most common prayers a believer will pray is asking for God’s guidance. However, Pastor Jeff reminds you today that He has already given you a whole book of guidance in the form of the Bible! Even though the events of the Bible took place thousands of years ago, God’s wisdom hasn’t changed. What He said to Abraham still has an application to you today. The words of the Proverbs are still good advice to live by, even if King Solomon hasn’t experienced life in the 21st century.

08.27.2024 - 04 - How We Give – Our Generosity Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

How does your local church bring in the money to keep operating? Through faithful tithes and offerings. Many modern churches have amenities like coffee shops and new sound systems, but there are countless more that are getting by with the bare minimum, only because of their faithful members. Pastor Jeff encourages you today to remain faithful with your tithes and support the Kingdom work going on in your community. The world needs more healthy churches, not less.

08.26.2024 - 04 - How We Give – Our Generosity Part 1 By Jeff Wickwire

Giving to the Kingdom of God is like investing in a long-term project where you don’t immediately see the result. Ministry is hard work, and even the early leaders such as Paul needed financial support in order to do the work that God had called them to do. That is why Pastor Jeff is teaching about generosity today: giving from the portion God has given you is an exercise in faithfulness, in believing that God will reward you and repay you in Heaven. His investments always have a return.

08.25.2024 - 07 - Laodicea—The Lukewarm Church Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

It’s safe to say that at one point or another, we’ve all experienced times of approaching our faith casually. We get so used to who God is and what He does in our lives that we turn on autopilot. In today’s message, Pastor Jeff wants you to know that there’s nothing more harmful to your faith than approaching it aimlessly. When you’re lukewarm and don’t make the decision to be fully in or out, it doesn’t benefit anyone. God doesn’t want His flock to be full of part-time Christian posers. Step up in your faith and be blessed. 

08.24.2024 - 06 - Philadelphia—The Loving Church Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Do you know that when you accepted Jesus into your heart, you became a citizen of Heaven? Did you know that you’re part of a family of faith that extends far beyond what you could ever comprehend? Today in his message, Pastor Jeff reminds you that you are a child of the one true God and no one can take that away from you. You have a ticket to eternity with Jesus—how could you ever keep the good news in? Be a living example of who Jesus is and make a difference in His mighty name. 

08.23.2024 - 03 - What We Do – Our Habits Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

What should the signs of true Christianity look like in today’s society? Well, in a world where everyone hates everyone, Jesus calls you to be a peacemaker. Pastor Jeff knows that so many of the world’s conflicts are caused by humanity’s sinful nature, and the blood of Jesus has the power to bring the peace that we long to see in the world. The world may be a place of darkness, but the Church is the light of the world, where people from all backgrounds, beliefs, and opinions come together in worship.

08.22.2024 - 03 - What We Do – Our Habits Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

The hardest thing to do when building a healthy habit is taking the first step. Whether it’s getting up early to read Scripture, praying on your way to work, or even something mundane like brushing your teeth twice a day, habits become easier to maintain the longer you do them. Pastor Jeff wants you to know that it may be hard to make the choices to develop spiritually healthy habits, but that it will become easier over time. It will become second nature for you to spend time in God’s word

08.21.2024 - 02 - Who We Are – Our Identity Part 2 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

When Jesus died on the cross, He conquered death itself. In Matthew 16, He proceeds to pass down His authority over death to the early Church. Pastor Jeff wants you to know today that the strength of the Church is stronger than sin and death – you have the keys to freedom from sin. You have the ability to reach out and set people free from their bondage. God has given the Church all of the authority and the power it needs to complete God’s mission on earth – to spread the Gospel to all mankind.

08.20.2024 - 02 - Who We Are – Our Identity Part 1 By Pastor Jeff Wickwire

Have you ever been indoors when the power goes out? Unless there are windows or other light sources nearby, you are plunged into darkness. It takes the power coming back on, or someone opening a door to the outside, to bring light back into the dark room. Well, Pastor Jeff teaches you today that the Church is meant to be the light of the world. By building a strong community of believers, you show the world what it really is to follow Jesus, and how people’s lives change when they allow Him to transform them from the inside out.