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ConnectUs Church is a non-denominational church in Lancaster, PA. God has a next step for your life and we want to help you take it.
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Hope of Reconciliation

ConnectUs Church Audio PodcastFeb 26, 2023

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The Final Countdown

The Final Countdown

How's your faith when God's promises show up differently than you expected? Today we celebrate Palm Sunday, the "final countdown" to Jesus' death and resurrection! But it didn't happen like anyone was expecting. Message by Pastor Dustin.

Mar 26, 202437:28
Follow Me (1:35-51)

Follow Me (1:35-51)

What does it mean to follow Jesus? The first people who followed Jesus set the example. Who are they? What did they do? And how will my life be different because of who I am following? Message by Denny Foreman.

Mar 18, 202433:47
Recognizing Greatness (John 1:15-34)

Recognizing Greatness (John 1:15-34)

We all have things we look for in people we might call great. But great people always seem just out of our reach. But when we recognize the greatness of Jesus and follow him we will recognize greatness in the people God has already brought into our lives, serve them, and honor their greatness.

Mar 11, 202436:56
The Light Always Works (1:1-14)

The Light Always Works (1:1-14)

The darkness may seem overwhelming but the light always wins. When you trust God with your life your ability to truly live shines!


Mar 07, 202435:39
Building An Uncommon Community

Building An Uncommon Community

Have you ever felt stuck outside of the crowd? We all have! Let’s look at the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19) to see how we can play our role in building community for the cause of Christ. God has placed us where we are with a mission of sharing the Gospel message AND helping others to grow in their relationship with Christ…that happens in community! Message by Jordan Wertz

Feb 29, 202437:58
Don't Stand In God's Way

Don't Stand In God's Way

What you say first is important [Just like these first 6 words!]. Today is all about first impressions with people that are different than us and we will be challenged from Acts 10-11 to “get out of God's way.”

Feb 21, 202441:19
Gentiles, Women, and Children

Gentiles, Women, and Children

Our world today screams for everyone to be included and yet many groups of people feel left out. God has a way of reaching the people many people forget about. In fact, the first Church in Philippi (Acts 16) is a great example of the uncommon community Jesus is creating.

Feb 13, 202430:36
Common Community

Common Community

Uniform. Everyone looks like the same. No rough edges. That's common. Jesus came to blow that all up.

Feb 07, 202448:31
Speak Faith (3rd Anniversary Service)

Speak Faith (3rd Anniversary Service)

After not being able to speak for 10 months, what would you say? What do your words, and how you use your words, say about you? Join us as we learn how to speak faith.


Jan 30, 202425:14
The Baton Of Faith

The Baton Of Faith

It's easy to bask in the presence of God in our life. But if we don't pass the things of God on to the next generation, they will completely destroy their lives.

Jan 24, 202439:22
Health Check

Health Check

How are you? How's your heart? How about your determination? Your diet? Message by Denny Foreman

Jan 15, 202435:51
I Know My Sheep

I Know My Sheep

How much do you know about sheep? Our Good Shepherd (Jesus) knows His sheep. Are you following Him? Message by Pastor Dustin.

Jan 10, 202453:24
The Awe of Communion

The Awe of Communion

Tomorrow is a new year. Let's focus on the most important thing - Jesus: who he is, what he did, and how that changes everything for us today.

Jan 02, 202433:38
Christmas Eve 2023

Christmas Eve 2023

See For Yourself! There are many things in life that we have a tough time believing, but God knows what will help us take one small step towards it.

Dec 27, 202324:21
Patience in an Impatient Time

Patience in an Impatient Time

In this busy time of year, it can be so easy to forget to be patient and wait for God. Let's see Simeon, a man who waited with great patience to meet the young messiah. From his example of patience, we’ll all learn how to keep believing that God has always kept his promises and he will continue to do so today!

Dec 19, 202336:23
See For Yourself

See For Yourself

Let's see the scriptures and see for ourselves what God says about this Christmas season. We will see God's Timing, Creativity, and Purpose in 'planning' the First Christmas.

Dec 14, 202335:50
The Motivation of Breakthrough

The Motivation of Breakthrough

In order to be the church God uses we have to bring someone along with us. There are so many things that get in the way of being all that God wants us to be. Breakthrough comes when we take the focus off ourselves and bring someone else along. This is a real test of faith.

Dec 05, 202331:18
Give What You Got

Give What You Got

Giving your first and your best activates faith in your life. Giving first means giving before you see the blessing. There is no guarentee that it's going to come. But, when we give what's first, God blesses the rest!


Nov 28, 202345:56
All-In

All-In

What are you willing to give up to do what is closest to God's heart? How much are you willing to put aside your preferences to pursue the mission of Jesus to reach those who are lost

Nov 21, 202340:21
Are You Available?
Nov 14, 202309:55
Exchange Anxiety

Exchange Anxiety

Our minds are powerful things. Do you let what you think about control you or do you control your mind? Learn how to exchange the debilitating thoughts with ones that give life! (Philippians 4).

Nov 07, 202344:54
Nothing To Fear

Nothing To Fear

Fear of separation in your relationship with God is a real thing. When life goes bad we wonder, where is God? Is he with me? Is he on my side? Am I really a Christian if I still face such hard things in my life? (Romans 8).

Oct 31, 202336:11
Fearless Future

Fearless Future

We all feel anxiety about the future. What if something you are really hoping for didn't happen for the next 10 years? That's a scary thought. But God knows the future. His plans are good for you. There is no need to fear. (Jeremiah 29:11)

Oct 25, 202333:48
Shadows Don't Scare Me

Shadows Don't Scare Me

Psalm 23 is maybe the most beautiful and powerful poem ever written. Let's praise God He is our shepherd and learn to "fear no evil because he is with us."

Oct 17, 202337:15
Be Courageous

Be Courageous

Be strong and very courageous. Yes, this is new and you haven't been here before. But God is with you. No need to fear. Message by Denny Foreman. *The audio in this recording is not right. We will fix that for the coming weeks!

Oct 11, 202339:54
The Power Of The Bible

The Power Of The Bible

The Bible is powerful to transform your life. All of it is God's Word and all of it is useful to mold you more into the image of Jesus. Message by Dustin Forbes.

Oct 03, 202340:43
Can You Trust The Bible?

Can You Trust The Bible?

Can you trust the Bible? There is an incredible amount of evidence that says you should trust it. And in world where you don't know what is fake or true, we need something that can be trusted to be real and true all the time.

Sep 26, 202339:24
Only 66 Books?

Only 66 Books?

There are many ancient books that did not make it into the final 66 books of the Bible. Some version of the Bible still include these books. Plus, we don't have the original manuscripts and the Bible wasn't written in English. There seems like too many places we could be off. Are we?

Sep 19, 202339:22
What Is The Bible?

What Is The Bible?

What is the Bible? On one hand it's a simple question to answer. But today we are going to dive into the important intricate details that will strengthen your faith. The Bible reveals a very real God who is at work in your life and you can build your life on it!

Sep 11, 202343:16
Almost Right

Almost Right

Starting is hard, but finishing is super important. You have to make it to the end. Finish strong. Hang in there. Grow. Develop!

Sep 04, 202337:39
Details Matter

Details Matter

Rockstars request no brown M&M's. The details matter. The small details of your life help you develop. In Numbers 19, the cow needs to be a red heifer. It needs to be sacrificed in a particular with in a particular place. The people involved in the sacrifice also have specific details to be aware of.

Aug 28, 202338:16
What's In Your Backpack?

What's In Your Backpack?

Numbers 17 & 18 highlight important pieces of a puzzle that help us understand how to be right with God. God created a system that the Israelites had to follow and that Jesus accomplished perfectly. Now we trust in Jesus for salvation.


Aug 21, 202341:01
Leave Role. Leave Hole.

Leave Role. Leave Hole.

You are incredibly important. Without you, the mission suffers. You bring something unique and special. Without you everyone is missing out. Numbers 16 highlights how important embracing your role is to development.

Aug 14, 202338:53
Sticks and Stones Broke My Bones

Sticks and Stones Broke My Bones

How did collecting sticks lead someone in Numbers 15:32-36 to face the death penalty? This story illustrates for us how important even the smallest decisions are. When we don't get it right, Jesus is our perfect sacrifice.

Aug 07, 202340:56
When Your Boss Stinks

When Your Boss Stinks

How you relate to the leaders in your life greatly impacts development. Numbers 12 gives us wisdom for how to engage with our leaders, especially when we find reasons to think they aren't doing a great job.

Jul 31, 202340:01
Power Lines: Development Through The Highs and Lows

Power Lines: Development Through The Highs and Lows

What happens to your faith when life doesn't go the way you expected? When things get a little difficult? Instead of connecting our relationship with God with the circumstances in our life, connect with God personally and allow him to develop you through the high times and the low times.

Jul 24, 202331:01
What Are You Drinking?

What Are You Drinking?

The fresh life giving water of Jesus is better than anything else. It satisfies! And yet, we are so tempted to turn to other things, and when we drink from that well, it ends up horrible.

Jul 17, 202341:52
Body Language

Body Language

70-93% of all communication is nonverbal. Our bodies say a lot. Just think about all the time, money, and energy you put into your appearance this week! Body Language - Message by Denny Foreman.

Jul 12, 202338:02
God Is Worthy Of Your Worship

God Is Worthy Of Your Worship

God loves to show off and show up any other gods. In the story of the Exodus, God so clearly eliminates the Egyptians gods and sets himself up to be THE GOD that was on Israel's side.

Jul 03, 202336:56
Satisfying Sex

Satisfying Sex

God created and designed sex to be a great thing! In our culture today sex might be one of the easiest things to turn into an idol. It's something that we put so much effort, energy, resources, and focus into. It also quickly becomes the source of our identity. Don't you want to get to know the amazing God that created something so creative as sex? Super Practical - Next time you are alone in a room just acknowledge out loud, "hey God .. I see you here.. thanks for being with me."

Jun 26, 202334:56
Family: Take It Or Leave It

Family: Take It Or Leave It

Family is absolutely essential to society. It's God's beautiful design. But we so easily turn a good thing into a god thing. We miss the opportunity to live a transformed life when we just take patterns of thinking and behaviors from our families and just naturally repeat them. God is inviting you into His spiritual family and to allow that transform your blood family. Hey - today before you go send a text or call everyone in your family. Really, do it!


Jun 19, 202341:21
A Healthy View Of Self

A Healthy View Of Self

We often think of self centered people as those who are always talking about how great they are. But from my experience, a lot of self centered people are the exact opposite of what we'd think. They are never good enough. Things are always bad. They don't want to be known or seen. Life is going to throw numerous roadblocks in your way and a healthy view of self that comes from Jesus will help you satisfy your deepest longings.

Jun 12, 202339:06
Don't Worry About It (Money)

Don't Worry About It (Money)

Nothing competes for our worship like money and it makes a terrible god. It will always leave you wanting more. But Jesus tells us not to worry about it. He knows us. He loves us. And He promises to take care of our needs.

Jun 05, 202348:57
A Horrible Exchange

A Horrible Exchange

Why would anyone exchange the opportunity to drink life giving water with stale water that doesn't satisfy? Yet human nature is constantly looking for idols we can try to control in order to get what we want. But no matter how hard we try or where we look, no god will be what God can be for us. Message by Jordan Wertz.

May 29, 202331:52
Our Love For Comfort. God’s Love For People (4:6-11)

Our Love For Comfort. God’s Love For People (4:6-11)

What do you love more than reaching people? We put so much love into the things that make us feel good that we forget about God's heart for people. The finale of the book of Jonah challenges us to reach our city because God cares so very much for every person. Even the people that disagree with us or don't live or believe like us. We have to be able to set our comfortable preferences aside in order to partner with God in His work in the city around us.

May 22, 202343:01
It's About More Than Knowing (4:1-5)

It's About More Than Knowing (4:1-5)

Sometimes the people who know the most about God and spend a lot of time around God related things are actually the furthest from Him; and it's almost impossible for them to see it. They are so worried about what God is going to do to "them" that they miss what God wants to do in their own life.

May 15, 202337:19
The Challenge Of The Second Chance

The Challenge Of The Second Chance

The entire city of Nineveh turning to God is one of the greatest miracles in all of history. It also presents a great challenge to those who call themselves followers of God.The terrible, no good, Assyrians, are held up as the example to follow contrasted with the supposed prophet, Jonah.

May 08, 202338:00
Rescued from The Depths of Despair

Rescued from The Depths of Despair

Jonah is inside the fish. God meets him in the depths of despair. God hears his prayer! Don't think that your situation is too far gone for God to use you and work in your life.

May 01, 202340:55
Who's Onboard The Ship?

Who's Onboard The Ship?

Who are you? What are you doing here?  Who is God? And what is He doing?  It's ironic who chooses to worship God in the story of Jonah and who continues to run away. These questions might help lead you to choosing to worship.

Apr 24, 202350:35
Maybe God Has Something For Me - Jonah, Part 1

Maybe God Has Something For Me - Jonah, Part 1

You might know Jonah as the story about a guy getting eaten by a big fish. We start this story today. Jonah was told to go to Nineveh. His enemy. He refused to go. In fact, he ran in the opposite direction. He seems to always be doing the exact opposite of what you would expect a "man of God" to do. But while he was trying to run from God, God met him there. Maybe God is trying to get your attention to see the amazing grace He has for you - and your enemies.

Apr 17, 202333:25