Missionary Robby Bradford spoke this week about his missionary work in Europe. The Bradfords, along with several other families from Lakeview, are planting a church in Paris, France called The Bridge.
Communion and Community
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Today’s sermon was given by guest speaker Drew Bontrager, Pastor Ron Bontrager’s son.
How to Keep from Fainting
Sunday, May 24, 2009
This Sunday’s message was given by special speaker Johnny Garrison and was based on Psalms 27:13.
Celebration Sunday
Sunday, May 17, 2009
In this Sunday’s message, Pastor Ron Bontrager discussed the priorities of Lakeview Church, based on Lakeview’s mission statement, “Connecting to Christ, changing lives, impacting the world…together.”
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Today’s Mother’s Day sermon was given by Dorene Bontrager, Pastor Ron Bontrager’s wife.
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 12, 2009
This week, Pastor Ron Bontrager’s message is taken from Matthew 27:45-54. He focuses on three things Jesus’ death brought:
The Spirit of Life
Resurrection Life
A Story of a Changed Life
Lifting Jesus Higher
Sunday, April 5, 2009
In this week’s sermon, Pastor Ron Bontrager discusses the three things that hinder Christians from lifting Jesus higher in their lives:
The Cares of This World
The Deceitfulness of Riches
The Desires for Other Things
Then, he challenges the congregation with 3 ways to lift Jesus higher this Easter:
Watch: “The Passion of the Christ”
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My 2008 Verse of the Year
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
This Sunday, Pastor Ron Bontrager challenged the congregation to find a verse for 2009 that God is speaking to them. His own verse for 2008 was 2 Timothy 1:7, which tells us that God wants to give us a spirit of power and love, and a sound mind.
Growing Wise
Sunday, December 28, 2008
This morning’s message was given by Pastor Ryan Elie and was based on Matthew 2:1-12. Pastor Ryan asked the congregation to consider four questions:
1. Am I actively seeking after Him?
2. Am I a purposeful worshipper?
3. What gifts am I giving to Him?
4. Am I willing to change directions?
Special Speaker Ken Johnson
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Special Guest Speaker Colts’ Chaplain Ken Johnson spoke this Sunday at Lakeview Church.
Putting our Faith to Work
Sunday, November 30, 2008
This Sunday, Pastor Ron Bontrager discussed putting Faith into action. True Faith gives, works, and obeys.
By Faith We Understand
Sunday, November 23, 2008
In this week’s sermon, based on Hebrews 11:3, Pastor Ron Bontrager discussed what having Faith helps us to understand: creation, the seasons we live in, and God.
The Two Sides of Faith
Sunday, November 16, 2008
This morning, Pastor Ron Bontrager discussed the two sides of faith, based on Hebrews 11. The first side of faith is deliverance (the realization of things hoped for), and the second side of faith is endurance (the assurance of things not seen).
Fully Prepared for Battle
Sunday, November 9, 2008
This Sunday, Pastor Ron based his sermon on Ephesians 6:10-20 and the armor of God. God’s armor covers our soul (belt of truth), our spirit (breastplate of righteousness), our motives (shoes of the gospel of peace), our mind (helmet of salvation), and covers us with faith (shield of faith) and God’s Word (sword of [...]
Preparing for the Day of Evil
Sunday, November 2, 2008
In this Sunday’s message, Pastor Ron teaches the congregation how to prepare for a day of evil (which includes negative circumstances such as disease, financial problems, or a relationship meltdown) by reminding them that preparation for such a day comes from meditation, obedience and consistent prayer.
Eastern Europe
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Guest Speaker Dr. Peter Kuzmic spoke this week about missions in Eastern Europe. Dr. Kuzmic is a professor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and the director of the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Osijek, Croatia. He is also founding president of Agape and New Europe Vision (evangelical relief ministries in Croatia and Bosnia).
The Paris Bridge
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Missionary Robby Bradford spoke this week about his missionary work in Europe. The Bradfords, along with several other families from Lakeview, will be planting a church in Paris, France called the Bridge in 2009.
The Cross
Sunday, September 7, 2008
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In this week’s sermon, Pastor Ron focuses on the Cross of Jesus Christ. The blood shed on the Cross is the only thing that connects us to God, and it is the only hope of the world.
Additionally, Pastor Ron interviewed Pastor Tom Paino, Jr., Lakeview’s former pastor, during today’s services. This interview has been provided [...]
The Three Most Important Relationships God Wants Us To Pursue
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Pastor Ron explains the rationale behind Lakeview Church’s focus on relationships in 2008 in this week’s message. He discusses the three most important relationships God wants us to pursue: a relationship with Him, with the church, and with the world.
Freedom from Rules (Dorene Bontrager)
Sunday, May 11, 2008
In honor of Mother’s Day, this week’s sermon was given by Pastor Ron Bontrager’s wife Dorene. The sermon, called “Freedom from Rules,” discussed the three things we need to know about rules and how Jesus changed the rules. The key to filling the need for relationship and achievement is total surrender to Jesus’ ways.
Easter Services: Living Life in Full Color
Sunday, March 23, 2008
As we celebrate Easter, Pastor Nathan and Pastor Ron discuss living life in full color. Pastor Nathan compares the life of a Christian to that of a tv–life can be like an old black and white, or like a high definition flat screen. Pastor Ron tells the story of how his grandfather and [...]
The Bridge - Carolyn Tennant, guest speaker
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Carolyn Tennant, a professor at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN, gave this week’s message focusing on the state of our spiritual roots, and using the collapse of the bridge in Minneapolis as an example.
Children & Youth Day
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Children and Youth are one of the core values of Lakeview Church. In this sermon, Pastor Ron explains the reasons why:
1. The Bible commands us to respect children and youth.
2. The Bible commands us to expect great things from children and youth.
A Season of Change
Sunday, January 13, 2008
January is the time when many people make New Year’s resolutions. In this sermon, Pastor Ron describes what to do when you are at the point of change:
1. Listen to God before man
2. Remember you are being watched
3. Expect growth
4. Look for confirmation
Vision Sunday 2008
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Pastor Ron uses this week’s sermon to remind the congregation of Lakeview’s Mission Statement (Connecting to Christ, changing lives, impacting the world…together) and what it means. He also describes Lakeview’s core values and the focus for 2008: ONE!
A Prosperous And A Healthy New Year
Sunday, December 30, 2007
This sermon contains Pastor Ron’s challenge to the congregation to take care of themselves in four areas in 2008:
1. Spiritually
2. Mentally
3. Emotionally
4. Physically
God’s Great Gift of Divine Disruption
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Have you ever noticed the things that seem to be the greatest disruption will sometimes end up being the greatest blessings of our lives? In this week’s message, Pastor Ron says that even though God’s disruptions can be downright painful, they will always work out for his glory.
God’s Great Gift of Divine Guidance
Sunday, December 9, 2007
This week, Pastor Ron discusses why God’s guidance is better than a GPS unit, especially when life doesn’t makes sense, you feel inferior, and/or the cupboard is bare.
Seeing God’s Picture
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Executive Pastor David Delp gave this sermon on basing your life on and giving priority to things unseen.
One King, One Kingdom
Sunday, November 11, 2007
This week’s missions-focused message was given by Robby Bradford, missionary to Europe. Robby and a team of other missionaries started a successful English-speaking international church in Hilversum in the Netherlands. This church has been turned over to local leadership. Now, the Bradfords have begun establishing a new team to start an English-speaking [...]
