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In this message, Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches on the importance of encouraging the men in your life and calls men to become strong, godly, faithful leaders who follow Christ with courage and conviction. This sermon explores biblical masculinity, Christian manhood, encouragement, spiritual responsibility, marriage, father wounds, healing, and the role encouragement plays in helping men become who God has called them to be. Pastor Aaron also speaks to the cultural confusion around masculinity and points listeners back to God’s design for men and women. If looking for a sermon on encouragement for men, biblical manhood, Christian leadership, healing from the past, or godly relationships, this message from Trace Church in Colorado Springs is both practical and deeply challenging.

What is the future of Trace Church? In this special message, Pastor Aaron Pennington shares the story of Trace Church in Colorado Springs, celebrates all God did through Easter weekend, and reveals a bold vision for what could be next. From the early days of planting Trace Church to seeing thousands of lives changed by Jesus, this message is about faith, surrender, revival, and the mission to reach one more person with the hope of Christ. Pastor Aaron walks through the heart behind Trace, why this season matters, and how God may be opening the door for a future home that could expand ministry impact across Colorado Springs. If you have ever wondered how Trace Church started, where it is headed, or what God is doing in this church, this message will give you the story, the vision, and the heartbeat behind it all. In this episode: The story of how Trace Church began Easter weekend at Trace Church in Colorado Springs 6,500 people gathering to worship Jesus 133 baptisms and stories of life change Why reaching one more person still drives everything The future vision of Trace Church How God may be preparing a larger home for greater ministry impact This message is for anyone looking for a church in Colorado Springs, anyone searching for hope in Jesus, or anyone wanting to hear a powerful story of faith, obedience, and God’s provision. Trace Church is a Bible-believing, Jesus-centered, Spirit-led church in Colorado Springs helping people find hope, healing, and new life in Christ. For more messages from Pastor Aaron Pennington and Trace Church, follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who needs hope.

We are celebrating the resurrection of Jesus and the victory we have in Him. Because the tomb is empty, hope is alive and new life is possible. In this Easter message, Pastor Aaron Pennington shares how Jesus did not only leave an empty tomb. He left something behind. And it changes everything for us. What do you need to leave behind today? If the grave is empty, then anything is possible. Trace Church in Colorado Springs exists to help people encounter Jesus, experience transformation, and live out their faith.

Anxiety is at an all-time high, but what if Jesus already gave us a better way to live? In this message from Matthew 6:25–34, guest speaker Landon Hairgrove walks through Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount and unpacks how to break free from the cycle of worry and step into real peace. If you’ve been stuck in your thoughts, carrying pressure you were never meant to carry, or trying to control outcomes in your life, this message is for you. Jesus doesn’t just tell us to “stop worrying.” He shows us how to trust God, refocus our minds, and live with freedom. In this message: • Why anxiety feels productive but actually keeps you stuck • How trying to control everything leads to exhaustion • The connection between your thoughts and your peace • What it means to seek first the Kingdom of God • How to experience real freedom from anxiety You are not alone, and you are not beyond what God can do in your life. Matthew 6:25–34 If you are in Colorado Springs and looking for a church, we would love to have you join us at Trace Church. 🌷 Easter at Trace Church Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with us. Easter Service Times FRIDAY, APRIL 3 6:30P SATURDAY, APRIL 4 4:00P | 6:00P SUNDAY, APRIL 5 8:15A | 10:00A | 11:45A No 5:00P service on Sunday ASL + Livestream available at 10:00A MST We would love to celebrate with you and your family. 📍 Trace Church 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs Sunday Service Times 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p

What does God say about generosity, money, and where your trust truly is? In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, guest speaker Reece Whitehead teaches from Matthew 6:19–24 and invites us to shift from an earthly perspective to a Kingdom perspective. This teaching challenges how we view possessions, giving, and what it means to trust God as our source. Jesus makes it clear that where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. When our perspective changes, our priorities, obedience, and generosity begin to change with it. In this message, you will discover: • Why God owns everything we have • How obedience is connected to God’s favor • What it looks like to trust God with your resources • How faith and generosity work together Whether you are new to church, exploring faith, or growing in your walk with Jesus, this message will challenge and encourage you to live with a Kingdom mindset. If you are in Colorado Springs, we would love to have you join us at Trace Church. 🌷 Easter at Trace Church is a great opportunity to gather and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Invite someone and plan your visit. 📍 Trace Church 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs

Why did Jesus tell us to love our enemies? In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Aaron explores one of the most challenging teachings of Jesus found in Matthew 5. Jesus calls His followers to live differently from the world. Instead of responding to conflict with anger, retaliation, or offense, we are called to respond with radical love. This kind of love reflects the heart of God and becomes a powerful witness to a broken world that is desperate for grace. Pastor Aaron reminds us that our mission as Christians is not to win arguments but to win people to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. When we choose forgiveness over offense and love over hatred, we reflect the gospel to the people around us. This message challenges us to reconsider how we respond to those who hurt us, oppose us, or misunderstand us. According to Jesus, the very people we may call enemies could actually be the mission field God is calling us to reach. If you are looking for a Bible teaching on loving your enemies, forgiveness, and living out the teachings of Jesus in a divided world, this sermon will encourage and challenge you. Key Scripture: Matthew 5:43–48 Trace Church exists to help people encounter Jesus, experience transformation, and live out their faith beyond the walls of the church. Join us for worship at Trace Church in Colorado Springs. Sunday Service Times 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p Trace Church 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd Colorado Springs, CO Easter at Trace Church Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with us. Easter Services Friday, April 3 6:30 PM Saturday, April 4 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM Sunday, April 5 8:15 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:45 AM No 5:00 PM service on Easter Sunday ASL and livestream available at 10:00 AM MST We would love to celebrate Easter with you and your family at Trace Church in Colorado Springs.

In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Aaron Pennington explores how Jesus calls His followers to live a different way in a world that constantly pushes us toward retaliation, reaction, and self-protection. Jesus was not adding more religious rules. Instead, He was pointing people to something deeper. A transformed heart. Through teachings like “let your yes be yes and your no be no” and “turn the other cheek,” Jesus challenges us to examine our motives, our integrity, and how we respond when we are insulted or wronged. This message unpacks the importance of being people of integrity, keeping our promises, and refusing to let the brokenness of the world shape what comes out of us. Pastor Aaron also addresses common misunderstandings around “turning the other cheek,” explaining how Jesus calls believers to respond with wisdom, strength, and character rather than retaliation. Ultimately, the path Jesus invites us into may feel countercultural, but it is the path that leads to real life. When we allow Him to write the story of our lives, we discover a better way to live. The enemy will always try to bait us toward anger, deception, and retaliation. But the invitation of Jesus is clear: do not let the evil outside of you produce evil inside of you. Hand the pen over to Jesus and let Him rewrite the script.

In this message from our Sermon on the Mount series, Dr. T teaches through what Jesus says about marriage, divorce, remarriage, lust, holiness, and covenant faithfulness in Matthew 5 and Matthew 19. Marriage is one of the most meaningful relationships this side of heaven. It can also be one of the most painful. Whether your marriage is thriving, struggling, has ended in divorce, or you are navigating remarriage or singleness, this message centers on one clear truth: God always makes a way. Jesus brings us back to God’s original design in Genesis. One man. One woman. One lifetime. Deep emotional and physical intimacy. When sin fractures what God intended, God does not abandon His people. He provides mercy, grace, and a path toward redemption. In this teaching, Dr. T addresses: What Jesus means by sexual immorality Why holiness is essential for healthy relationships God’s design for marriage How the Bible speaks about divorce in Deuteronomy, Malachi, Jeremiah, and Matthew When divorce may be permissible in cases of abandonment, abuse, or adultery How remarriage can reflect God’s redeeming grace Encouragement for those who are single No matter your story, Jesus meets you with truth and grace. You do not have to walk through marriage, divorce, or singleness alone. For more resources or to learn more about Trace Church in Colorado Springs, visit us online or join us for a weekend service. Service Times 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs

Have you ever tried to justify your anger? In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Aaron Pennington walks through Matthew 5 and Jesus’ teaching on anger, reconciliation, and what grows in our hearts. Jesus makes it clear that God is not only concerned with outward actions but what we allow to take root inside of us. Anger, bitterness, resentment, and unforgiveness do not stay hidden. What fills the heart eventually comes out through our words and actions. This message explores: • What Jesus really meant in Matthew 5:21–26 • The difference between righteous anger and sinful anger • How unresolved anger damages relationships • Why forgiveness is central to the Gospel • Practical steps to uproot bitterness before it grows If you have ever struggled with anger, rage, resentment, or unresolved hurt, this message is for you. Join us as we continue our Sermon on the Mount series and learn how to live as salt and light in a world that desperately needs grace. 📍 Trace Church 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd Colorado Springs, CO Subscribe for weekly sermons and updates from Trace Church in Colorado Springs.

In this message from our Sermon on the Mount series, Pastor Aaron walks through Matthew 5:17–20 and answers a question that has caused confusion for generations: What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the Law? Did Jesus abolish the Law of Moses? Are Christians still under the Old Covenant? What was the purpose of the Law in the first place? Pastor Aaron explains how the Law was never the finish line. It was the guardrail pointing to God’s standard of holiness and our need for a Savior. Jesus did not erase the Law. He fulfilled it. He lived the perfect life we could not live and became the sacrifice we could not offer. You will also learn a simple evangelism tool called “The Gap and the Gospel” to help you clearly explain why we all need Jesus. 📖 Matthew 5:17–20 📖 Romans 3:23 📖 Romans 7:6 📖 Romans 10:4 📖 Galatians 3:23–29 📖 2 Corinthians 5:21 If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs clarity on grace, the Law, and what Jesus truly accomplished. Join us Sundays at Trace Church 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs

In this message from our Sermon on the Mount series, Aaron Pennington teaches through Matthew 5:13–16, where Jesus calls His followers the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Jesus is not offering a suggestion. He is giving identity and purpose. Salt preserves what is good and pushes back decay. Light exposes darkness and points people toward hope. In a world marked by confusion, compromise, and spiritual drift, Jesus calls His people to live differently and visibly for the Kingdom of God. In this sermon, Pastor Aaron explores: • What Jesus meant when He said, “You are the salt of the earth” • Why followers of Jesus are called to preserve truth and resist spiritual decay • How living as salt and light requires intentional faith, not passive belief • What it looks like to live out your faith at work, at home, and in your community • Why every follower of Jesus is called into ministry, not just pastors This message challenges us to stop compartmentalizing our faith and instead live with clarity, courage, and conviction in every area of life. Our faith was never meant to be hidden. It was meant to shine. If you are searching for purpose, wrestling with culture, or wondering how to live out your faith in everyday life, this message is for you. 📍 Trace Church 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd Colorado Springs, CO Service Times 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p

What does it really mean to live the blessed life? In this message, Dr. Trent Langhofer kicks off Trace Church’s Sermon on the Mount series by unpacking Jesus’ radical definition of blessing from Matthew 5. Contrary to culture’s version of happiness, Jesus invites us into a life of deep flourishing that is rooted in surrender, formation, and alignment with God. Walking through the Beatitudes one by one, this sermon explores how the blessed life is not built on comfort, success, or circumstance, but on humility, dependence, mercy, purity, peacemaking, endurance, and faithfulness to God even in hardship. If you are searching for meaning, wrestling with pain, navigating doubt, or longing for a life that truly lasts, this message reframes what blessing looks like through the life and teachings of Jesus. This sermon was preached at Trace Church in Colorado Springs. Scripture focus: Matthew 5:1–12 Series: Sermon on the Mount Message title: The Blessed Life Speaker: Dr. Trent Langhofer, Teaching Pastor If this message encouraged you, consider subscribing for more sermons, sermon clips, and teachings from Trace Church.

Unbelief can quietly keep us stuck, not because we deny God, but because we stop trusting Him with what feels impossible to change. In this final message of the Uprooted series, Pastor Aaron Pennington teaches from Mark 9 and Romans 12, showing how faith and doubt can exist at the same time, and how obedience becomes the evidence that God is faithful even when circumstances do not make sense. This sermon speaks directly to those wrestling with doubt, unanswered prayers, broken relationships, addiction, fear, and the feeling that nothing will ever change. Pastor Aaron reminds us that transformation is possible, unbelief does not disqualify us, and we are under no obligation to remain the same person we were yesterday. If you are struggling to believe, wondering why God has said no, or trying to take a next step of faith, this message is for you.

In this powerful and honest message, Pastor Aaron Pennington, Lead Pastor of Trace Church in Colorado Springs, addresses one of the most pervasive and destructive struggles facing Christians today. Pornography and sexual sin are not just private battles. They are poisons that weaken the soul, damage relationships, and pull us away from the transformed life Jesus offers. As part of the Uprooted sermon series, Pastor Aaron calls us to stop managing sin and start uprooting it. With truth, grace, Scripture, and practical wisdom, this sermon confronts shame, exposes lies, and points toward real freedom found in Christ. This message is for anyone who feels stuck in cycles of temptation, guilt, secrecy, or spiritual numbness. Whether you are struggling personally or seeking clarity on how faith speaks into modern challenges, this teaching offers hope, conviction, and a clear path forward. Key themes in this sermon: • Why pornography promises pleasure but produces slavery • The spiritual and neurological impact of sexual sin • Why silence allows strongholds to grow • How Jesus offers freedom, healing, and renewal • What it means to uproot sin instead of excusing it At Trace Church, we believe in truth and grace together. No condemnation, but no compromise. Freedom is possible, and transformation is available through Jesus. Join us in Colorado Springs or watch online as we continue the Uprooted series and ask the honest question: What needs to be uprooted from your life so you can live fully free in Christ? Service Times at Trace Church: 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO Subscribe for more sermons, sermon clips, and teaching from Pastor Aaron Pennington and Trace Church.

What happens when comfortable faith turns into complacency?In Complacency and Excuses, Pastor Aaron Pennington continues the Uprooted sermon series with a powerful call to responsibility, surrender, and real transformation.Using a gripping historical illustration and Scripture from John 10, Matthew 5, Galatians 5, Luke 9, and Ephesians 3, this message confronts the excuses that quietly keep us stuck. Pastor Aaron challenges us to stop blaming circumstances, stop settling for the status quo, and allow God to uproot anything that prevents us from living fully surrendered lives.This sermon speaks directly to:Spiritual complacencyMaking excuses instead of taking responsibilityStanding firm in faith against cultural pressureDaily surrender and obedienceLetting go of shame and receiving graceWalking by the Spirit instead of the fleshIf you’re asking what needs to change in your life in 2026, this message will challenge, encourage, and invite you into deeper faith.📍 Trace Church | Colorado SpringsJoin us Sundays at 8:15a | 10:00a | 11:45a | 5:00p4330 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs