The Compass Teaching Podcast

The Humble King | Matthew 21:1-11 & 20: 29-34 | Chris Harrell

On Palm Sunday, Jesus enters Jerusalem not as a conquering ruler but as a humble King riding on a donkey. This message explores how His kingdom flips our expectations of power, calling us to choose the way of humility, service, and sacrificial love. As we begin Holy Week, we’re invited to consider Jesus’ question to us: “What do you want me to do for you?”

Mathew 21:1-11

Matthew 20:29-34

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From Illness to Resurrection | John 11:1-44 | Ashleigh Givens

This message explores the story of Lazarus to reveal Jesus as the one who loves us deeply and meets us in our brokenness. While we are "ill" because of sin, honest faith opens us to God’s healing, power, and ongoing work of transformation in our lives.

John 11:1-44

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The Word Became Flesh | John 1:1-18 & Revelation 1:9–18 | Chris Harrell

What does it mean to truly see Jesus for who He is? Through John 1, this message reveals Jesus as the eternal Son of God, the light who enters our darkness and the Savior who steps into the pit of our brokenness to lead us out.

John 1:1-18

Revelation 1:9-18

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Back to the Source | 1 John 4:8 & Colossians 1:15-17 | Dan Reeves

When faith becomes confusing, we often either walk away or become combative. In this message, we look back to the Nicene Creed and the early church to rediscover a historic foundation for what Christians believe about God. What if returning to the source could help us become people marked not by division, but by love?

1 John 4:8

Colossians 1:15-17

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We Believe In | Ephesians 2:8–22 | Chris Harrell

In a world flooded with noise and opinions, this message invites us to anchor our lives in words that truly matter. By exploring the meaning of “We believe in” from the Nicene creed, we’re reminded that faith isn’t meant to be individualistic or rooted in certainty but shared together and centered on Jesus. As we prepare for Easter, we’re called to cling to Christ, and let Him lead us home.

Ephesians 2:8–22

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Find Your People (Part 2) | Proverbs 13:20, Acts 9, & 2 Samuel 12 | Chris Harrell

Who you run with shapes who you become, and you may be just one friendship away from changing the course of your life. Through the stories of Saul of Tarsus, Ananias of Damascus, Barnabas, and King David, this sermon explores the three friends we all need: one who makes us better, one who strengthens our faith, and one who tells us the truth. Don’t settle for relational poverty—ask God for the courage to pursue deep, Christ-centered friendships and to become that kind of friend for others.

 

Proverbs 13:20

Acts 9

2 Samuel 12

 

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Find Your People | Proverbs 13:20, 17:17 & Hebrews 10:24-25 | Chris Harrell

This Sunday, we started a short two-week sermon series called “Find Your People” on friendships. We live in a lonely, disconnected, and digital age. What does Scripture have to say about our relationships and friendships? Join for a foundational word about becoming and developing the kinds of friendships that last.

Proverbs 13:20

Proverbs 17:17

Hebrews 10:24-25

 

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Called to Compassion | Jonah 4:5-11 | Chris Harrell

In this final message from Jonah, God reveals His relentless compassion while confronting Jonah’s anger toward mercy he didn’t think others deserved. Through Nineveh’s repentance and the plant, we’re challenged to examine our hearts and follow Jesus into a life shaped by compassion in a divided world.

Jonah 4

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