Hays Christian Church

Testimony of Grace Kipendo

On this Testimony Sunday, Grace Kipendo shares his story of going from the Congo, to becoming a refugee, to coming to the United States and going from attending church for his mom to attending for Jesus. Grace encourages us to live a holy life.

When the Saints Go Marching In

In recognition of All Saints Day, Joanne Tramel explains what sainthood used to mean, what it means to Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches, and what it means to us.

Revelations (Part 8): Lukewarm

Pastor Kevin Daniels completes the sermon series on Revelations with the letter to the church in Laodicea. Worse than being hot or cold, the church in Laodicea was lukewarm in their dedication to God. To prevent from becoming lukewarm, we need to examine ourselves and not fool ourselves into thinking things are fine when they aren't.The handout for the sermon can be found here.

Revelations (Part 7): Overcomer

Pastor Kevin Daniels goes over the letter to the church in Philadelphia in the 7th part in our Revelations series. We need to be like the church in Philadelphia and persevere through persecution so that we will not be denied by Jesus when the time for Judgement arrives.The handout for the sermon can be found here.

Revelations (Part 5): Don't Be Fooled

Part 5 of Pastor Kevin Daniels' sermon series on Revelations looks at Revelations 2:18-29, the letter to Thyratira, where many of the Christians were participating in idolatry for the sake of local acceptance. What are you willing to go through for your faith? We should be seeking Jesus's approval above worldly gains. The handout for the sermon can be found here.

Revelations (Part 4): Faithfuness

In part 4 of our series in Revelations, Pastor Kevin Daniels addresses the letter to Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17), where the early Christians refused to eat the food offered to false gods. The sermon handout can be found here.

Revelations (Part 3): Endurance

Pastor Kevin returns with part 3 in our "Be Ready" series, which goes into detail of Revelation 2:8-11. Are you storing up your treasures in heaven? In times of trouble, we only need to turn to Jesus to help us through it. Afterwards, there will surely be our eternal reward. The handout for the sermon can be found here.

Walk with the Lord

Bruce Bellinger shares a few tales of his grandparents and others for Grandparents' Day and offers the wisdom that can be learned from them.

Revelations (Part 2): Forgotten Love

In part 2 of the "Be Ready" series, Pastor Kevin Daniels looks at Revelations 2:1-7, where Jesus, through the Apostle John, addresses the church in Ephesus about losing their first love for God. The handout for the sermon can be found here.

Revelations (Part 1): Take Comfort in Jesus

Pastor Kevin Daniels starts a new sermon series, "Be Ready", which dives into the truths of Revelations. There are many clashing interpretations of the final book of the Bible, but in Part 1, we attempt to understand what it meant to the seven churches of Apostle John's time. The handout from the sermon can be found here.

Jonah & Obedience

Pastor Kevin Daniels goes over the story of Jonah, who reluctant to follow God's orders, which lead to hardship. Instead, we ought to be obedient, even if it isn't easy.

12 Reasons a Pastor Quit Attending Sporting Events

This message begins with a list:

12 Reasons Why a Pastor Quit Attending Sporting Events

1. The coach never came to visit me.

2. Every time I went, they asked for money.

3. The people sitting in my row didn’t seem very friendly.

4. The seats were very hard.

5. The referees made a decision I didn’t agree with.

6. I was sitting with hypocrites—they only came to see what others were wearing!

7. Some games went into overtime and I was late getting home.

8. The band played some songs I had never heard before.

9. The games are scheduled on my only day to sleep in and run errands.

10. My parents took me to too many games when I was growing up.

11. Since I read a book on sports, I feel that I know more than the coaches, anyway.

12. I don’t want to take my children because I want them to choose for themselves what sport they like best.

So why do we go to church? Pastor Kevin says it’s all about the relationships we have – with God and others. Find out what the Bible really says about going to church and why it’s an important part of a growing Christ-follower’s life.

A Woman's Place: Part 3

Joanne Tramel returns with her "A Woman's Place" series to expound on the role of women in the church. Contrary to some interpretations of 1 Timothy 2:8-15, it is not an outrage to God for women to lead in church. Rather, Paul was giving guidance to the women of the time who were not used to being permitted inside a place of worship.

Wisdom Part 2: The Wise and Foolish Builders

In the second part of his 2-part message on wisdom, Steve Tramel interprets the parable of the wise and foolish builders and offers ways we can apply the lesson to our lives.

Wisdom Pt 1: A Prayer That's Always Granted

In the first part of his 2-part message on wisdom, Steve Tramel goes over what wisdom is and uses scripture to remind us that when we pray for it, God will always bestow it.

Faith on Film: Minions

Pastor Kevin Daniels delivers a message on divine purpose, sparked by Minions. By looking at Paul's example, we can know that heeding the call of our purpose will be difficult, but in the end, doing so will bring satisfaction. 

The Biblical Basis for Our American Freedoms

In honor of our country's celebration of independence, Steve Tramel covers reasons why many people deny the Biblical roots of the United States' freedom and counters with scripture to points to the contrary.

Testimony of Corey Rozean

For this Testimony Sunday, Corey Rozean shares his journey to Christ through drug addiction, losing his father, and a mentally abusive relationship. After coming to God, Corey's life is full of blessings!

Faith on Film: Inside Out

Inside Out is our 5th Faith on Film sermon inspiration. Pastor Kevin Daniels warns us not to be ruled exclusively by our emotions or exclusively by logic. To do what is right, we need to be balanced.

Faith on Film: Jurassic World

Pastor Kevin Daniels uses Jurassic World as a starting point to emphasize the awesome power in God's creation. Featuring the congregation of Hays Christian Church reading Psalm 104. We do not need to worry about what tomorrow will bring because God is in ultimate control.

Faith on Film: Aloha

Our third Faith on Film sermon is based on Aloha. Pastor Kevin Daniels tells us that each choice we make has consequences big or small, good or bad. Therefore, we need to be sure our choices reflect our relationship with God.

Faith on Film: San Andreas

In our second Faith on Film sermon, inspired by San Andreas, Pastor Kevin Daniels explains ways that we search for God and find Him. What's more, God seeks us out, too!

Faith on Film: Tomorrowland

We are starting off our annual Faith on Film series with Tomorrowland, where the characters try to make another world a better place. Pastor Kevin argues that, as Christians, we are called to make this world that we live in a better place by fighting for human rights and being a shining example to the rest of humanity.

Part 6: Abundant Grace is Forgiving

In conclusion of our Abundant Grace series, Pastor Kevin Daniels discusses the importance of forgiveness. Click here to view the video shown during the sermon.

Part 5: Abundant Grace is True Family

Click HERE for the video shown during this message. Pastor Kevin Daniels talks about what it means to be adopted into God's family and to be loved more than we can comprehend. 

Part 4: Abundant Grace is Unique

In part 4 of our Abundant Grace series, Pastor Kevin Daniels looks at what other religions and cults believe about Grace. As different as they are, they all feel the need to work for a good place in the afterlife. However, we as Christians have God's Grace!