Judson University Chapel

Pastor Wilfredo De Jesus shares with Judson on how God saved Wilfredo's life, and those who call on Him.

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Chris shares form Mark 10 about the young ruler who asks Jesus what he needs to do inherit eternal life.

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Josh Heaston shares with Judson how the Lord completely redeemed his life, and brought him into ministry to serve Indianapolis in the YMCA.

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Chris Lash shares with Judson from Mark where Jesus has a "Define the Relationship" moment with the disciples, and how it turns sour quickly.

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Dr. Jamie Aten from Wheaton speaks to Judson about his story and how the Lord has seen him through so many hard periods in his life.

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Elliott Anderson tells Judson University how to navigate the Abyss of mental health during life that is in transition.

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Lina talks to Judson about how God doesn't want our attempts at behavior modification, rather he wants our hearts.

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Bob Kendrick tells Judson about his experience in building up the Negro League Museum in Kansas City, MO, after a tragedy of vandalism.

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Bishop Dr. Michael Love shares with us things to learn from David before David became king.

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Chris Lash, our Chapel Ministries Director, shares with us the importance of learning that we are helpless and we need to depend on Jesus to teach us.

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Chris Singleton, of the South Bend Cubs, shares his powerful testimony of how love can be more powerful than hate.

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Eric Metaxas joins us at Judson for Constitution day chapel to share the importance of learning to holding to the constitution.

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Courtney Wilson from Christ Community Church talks to Judson about letting go of the pen that writes our lives, and giving it to God.

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Jenna Perrine shares with her expertise about the psycology of codependent relationships, and how there is freedom to be found outside of this codependency.

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Jason Ishmael from Community Christian Church talks to us about what it means to be a true friend, treat others as real humans, and how to mirror the true real friend, Jesus.

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Chris Lash shares from Mark chapter 4 and gives us a different way to think about the parable of the sowed seeds.

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Pastor David Marrero talks to us about growing our "roots" deep in the Lord, and growing out.

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Ian shares from Mark chapter 2 on the importance of Christian friends, and how Jesus is the living promise of God.

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Ruth Hubbard shares how surrounding yourself with good christian people can elevate your pursuit of Christ.


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Ed Stetzer teaches in Judson's chapel on how Jesus sends us to go and make disciples of all people.

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Director of University Ministries, Chris Lash, kicks off the Fall 2018 chapel series on the book of Mark. Covering Mark 1:1-15, Chris digs into the background of Mark, his story, and what the bible has to say about the wilderness.

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(Video) Director of University Ministries, Chris Lash, teaches on freedom from Galatians 5:1 to new students for a Welcome Weekend service. 

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Director of University Ministries, Chris Lash, teaches on freedom from Galatians 5:1 to new students for a Welcome Weekend service. 

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Dr. Robert Wallace wraps up the "Songs of the Saints" series by looking at Psalm 150. There we see David giving praise and adoration to God not for what He has done for David, but because of who He is.

Dr. Wallace is the Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Judson University.

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Wil Franco gives the next installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series by looking at Psalm 139. Specially teaching on the last couple verses, Wil points out David's use of self reflection to assess his emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual state before God.

Wil is the campus pastor of nearby Tri-Village Church. 

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Ian Simkins brings the second and last installment of the mini series on technology. In it he states that technology is all around us, and it shapes who we are and who we become. Especially in terms of social media, he urges the student body to strive for connection - not attention. 

Ian is the community pastor at the nearby Yellow Box Church location of Community Christian Church. 

 

 

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Skye Jethani brings the first installment of a miniseries about technology. He states that technology such as smart phones, tablets, and social media have become things for us they were never meant to be - identity and security. 

Skye is an author, speaker, consultant and ordained pastor. He also serves as the co-host of the popular Phil Vischer Podcast, a weekly show that blends astute cultural and theological insights with comical conversation.

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Jo Saxton brings a message of hope, expectation, and identity. She states that while we may wonder why we're here, Jesus has purpose for us.

Jo is a humorous and charismatic speaker, Christian author, and director/communicator at 3DM, an organization that trains churches and Christian leaders to do discipleship and mission in an increasingly post-Christian world.

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Tom Atamian continues in the "Songs of the Saints" series by looking at Psalm 79. He uses his own personal story of ancestry to connect with David's feeling of lament for his people's exile.

Tom is the Assistant Baseball Coach at Judson University.

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Sam Acho shares his own personal story of disappointment, trust, and God's provision in his football career. He urges the student body to make a choice to follow Jesus.

Sam Acho is the linebacker for the Chicago Bears. He radiantly loves the Lord and desires to see others devote their lives to him.

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Judson University students Luke, Liz, and Abby bring the final installment of the "Student Voices" series. Each share their own stories and describe what it's been like to make their faith their own since starting college. 

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Dr. Robert Wallace gives the next installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series in Psalm 73. Dr. Wallace states that this is the turning point in all of Psalms - when lament begins to turn to joy and satisfaction in the Lord.

Dr. Wallace is the Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Judson University.

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Judson University student Patrick Parks gives the second installment of the "Student Voices" series. By looking at Ecclesiastes 11, Patrick explains that we must all live for God in this moment now. As all walk through seasons, all must constantly be reminded of the Creator.

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Pastor Mark Bergin brings the next installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series by walking through Psalm 51. He explains that the author, David, realizes the wedge that his sin has put between himself and God. While it's hard for our own lies to be exposed, it's even hard to be exposed and push God away out of shame, fear, defensiveness.

Mark is the full-time pastor of The Painted Door Church in Chicago. He is the primary person responsible for counseling, preaching, teaching, and leadership development. He and his wife Acacia live in West Town with their four children.

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Matt Calio opens the Student Voices series by declaring the freedom found through Christ. One cannot earn his salvation through works, but instead Christ came in order to bring life through faith.

Matt is a senior at Judson University studying Worship Arts. He hopes to go on to seminary upon graduating. 

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Courtney Wilson brings the next installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series in Psalms. By looking closely at Psalm 42, Courtney points out the various emotional aspects of lament - anger, fear, joy, sorrow, and cynicism.

Courtney is the Elementary Pastor at Christ Community Church in St Charles. She has been serving in children’s ministry for 17 years in churches of various sizes and locations. She is passionate about encouraging and equipping parents to find joy in raising kids to know and love God and have faith in Jesus. Now please welcome Courtney to the stage.

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Brian Kammerzelt speaks about the secular and Christian dating cultures in America. By adopting these cultures, we can be robbed of healthy relationships with one another.

Brian is the Assistant Professor of Communications at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. He is well known for his views and messages on singleness and marriage within the Church. 

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Lina Abujamra gives the next installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series by walking through Psalm 23. She speaks of the common tragedy found amongst Believers - that though they are followers of Christ, they continuously fill themselves with things that won't satisfy.

Lina is a Pediatric ER doctor and founder of Living with Power Ministries.

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Pastor and author Daniel Hill finishes the "Beyond Colorblind" series with a look into the meaning of "race." He states that ethnicity, nationality, and culture are purposeful gifts from God, while race is a social system that was created only a few hundred years ago. In order to understand the chaos and confusion in our surrounding the subject, we must first understand racial hierarchy.

Daniel is the pastor of multicultural River City Community Church in Chicago and author of "White Awake" and "10:10 - Life to the Fullest" 

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Ebele Onyema of Soul City Church in Chicago gives the second installment of the "Beyond Colorblind" series. She states that we must recognize that no matter our race, we are all equally broken people. If we shorthand God's message, we also shorthand God's blessings.

Ebele is the director of "Love Works" ministry, which equips volunteers to serve the city of Chicago and beyond through prayer, service, and giving.

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Bryan Loritts gives the first installment of a week long series entitled "Beyond Colorblind." Using Hosea 3, Bryan points out that there is always a cost involved when loving the Lord and others.

Bryan is the Lead Pastor of Abundant Life Church in Silicon Valley, California. He also serves as the President of the Kainos Movement, an organization committed to seeing the multi-ethnic church become the new normal in our world.

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Kelly Skiles, Executive Pastor at Soul City Church in Chicago, encourages the student body to embrace trusting in God in new ways this Lenten season. Instead of trying to earn His love, we can rest in His grace by trusting in His promises. 

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Ministry leader and educated biblical scholar John Perrine gives the next installment of the "Songs for the Saints" series by looking at Psalm 19. He states that while we live in a world of chaos, God is still speaking order and peace into existence. 

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Mattie Montgomery gives the third installment of Spiritual Enrichment Week's "Prove It" series by looking at John the Baptist's declaration, "Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world." Mattie is the founder and president of "Awakening Evangelism" as well as the lead singer for the hardcore band "For Today."

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Mattie Montgomery gives the second installment of Spiritual Enrichment Week's "Prove It" series by talking about the Holy Spirit, God's mercy displayed in our lives, and our closeness to eternity. Mattie is the founder and president of "Awakening Evangelism" as well as the lead singer for the hardcore band "For Today."

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Teacher, pastor, and author Jeanne Stevens of Soul City Church in Chicago challenges the community to choose courage over comfort when faced with hard situations in life. She says that while comfort is something we want, courage is something we need. 

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Director of University Ministries Chris Lash presents the second installment of the "Songs of the Saints" series. Chris points out that the Psalms represent God's presence with us throughout life, whether it be in sorrow, anger, or unbelief. Taking a look at Psalms 3, we see David naming lies and countering them with truth. 

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Preston Perry, spoken word poet, performing artist, and teacher from the Southside of Chicago, shares his story with the Judson community. He uses spoken word with passion, honesty, and lament to tell of the hope offered through Christ amidst a broken world. 

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Director of University Ministries Chris Lash introduces the new spring series in the Psalms titled "Songs of the Saints." Humankind is drawn to the poetry and lyricism in songs and the Psalms are God-breathed songs that speak to us today. Chris looks at Psalm 1 and its encouragement to delight and meditate on the Word day and night.

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Pastor Ed Stetzer, known as a church planter and revitalizer, pastor, trainer, and author, reminds that the Kingdom of Heaven has come near. Faithful Believers can have faith that the war has been won, yet there is still much to do in continuing to be salt of the earth.

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