This week's sermon discusses the concept of 'ministering in the opposite spirit' - responding to negative situations with positive, counterintuitive responses that reflect God's character. Using the example of Youth with a Mission (YWAM) and their acquisition of the Pacific Empress Hotel through generosity, Dave Buehring illustrates how operating in the opposite spirit can transform situations and...  Read More

Living a life of faith requires understanding what truly motivates us and how God rewards those who earnestly seek Him. Our motivations shape our actions, priorities, and ultimately our relationship with God. Horizontal Motivators (worldly):Fear of lossGuiltPrideHope of physical gainReputationPrestigePleasureVertical Motivators (spiritual):Having no other options but GodReverential fear of the Lor...  Read More

This week's sermon focuses on spiritual motivation and rewards in our Christian faith. Pastor Bill discusses both horizontal (earthly) and vertical (divine) motivators, emphasizing that true spiritual passion comes from a genuine relationship with God rather than external performance. He explores various enemies of spiritual passion, such as complacency and erosion of spiritual disciplines, while ...  Read More

In today's challenging world, encouragement is more vital than ever. While we often receive encouragement as children from our parents, that steady stream of support can diminish as we enter adulthood. However, both receiving and giving encouragement remains crucial for our spiritual and emotional wellbeing. Life inevitably brings moments of self-doubt, anxiety, and discouragement. During these ti...  Read More

This week's sermon focuses on the importance of encouragement in today's world and our dual role as both recipients and givers of encouragement. Pastor Bill emphasizes that while we all face moments of discouragement and self-doubt, our hope should be placed in God rather than worldly things. He uses various biblical examples and historical references to illustrate how encouragement can transform ...  Read More

Most people spend 60% of their lives working, yet many feel their jobs are too small for their spirit. There's a deeper truth we must understand - before we're called to do something, we're called to someone. Your calling isn't defined by your job title or description. These may be tools to fulfill your calling, but your true calling is eternal. As stated in Jeremiah 29:11, God has specific plans ...  Read More

This week's sermon focuses on discovering and living out God's calling in our lives. Before we're called to do something, we're first called to someone - God. Using the story from 2 Kings 6:1-7 about a lost axe head that miraculously floated, Pastor Bill draws parallels between losing one's 'cutting edge' in faith and the importance of reclaiming our effectiveness for God's kingdom. The message en...  Read More

Life's challenges and victories shape our ability to serve God's kingdom in unique ways. Whether through mountain-top experiences or valley lows, God uses our personal stories to impact others and advance His purposes. Often, it's not the moments of triumph but the times of brokenness that God uses most powerfully. When we face difficulties while maintaining faith, these experiences become platfor...  Read More

Pastor Bill began this week emphasizing the power of faith and community in times of tragedy and loss. He briefly recounted the story of a family in our church who experienced the loss of their unborn child and how their faith and the support of their community helped them through this difficult time. This week's sermon highlighted the importance of serving others and using our unique gifts and ex...  Read More

We regularly update these worship playlists for Capital Life Church services and events, and you can also use them at home! So whether you're looking for worship inspiration or for a way to deepen your devotional times, we have a playlist for you. If you use Spotify or Apple Music, you can also subscribe to our “On Rotation @ Capital Life” playlist so you can listen and worship along with the song...  Read More

What does it mean to have an open Bible and an open map? For Christians, it means more than just reading scripture and being aware of the world. It means understanding God’s heart for all nations and being active participants in His mission. This perspective encourages us to look beyond our immediate surroundings and see the broader picture of God’s work worldwide.An open Bible helps us understand...  Read More

Declarations hold extraordinary power. Whether spoken in faith or written for posterity, they shape our lives and history. One of the most famous declarations is the Declaration of Independence, which marked the birth of the United States. Each year, on July 4th, we celebrate this pivotal moment with fireworks and festivities. However, its true essence is in the profound words that called a nation...  Read More