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About Aaron Bjorklund

I am the Creative Arts Pastor here. That means I oversee our worship ministries and our communications team. I also serve on our Directional Leadership Team here. I love this place and I love the team I work with here!

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
Each week, you’re invited to tune into our podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded (and sometimes prerecorded) for later, online viewing.

What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron and the occasional guest, having a casual conversation diving deeper into ideas related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
“How Would Jesus Have You Respond When Angry?”
at https://redcouchtheology.com/ or
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-10-16T09:11:59-06:00

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
Each week, you’re invited to tune into our podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded (and sometimes prerecorded) for later, online viewing.

What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron and the occasional guest, having a casual conversation diving deeper into ideas related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
“What Is Your Heart Language?”
at https://redcouchtheology.com/ or
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-10-08T15:05:39-06:00

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
Each week, you’re invited to tune into our podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded (and sometimes prerecorded) for later, online viewing.

What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron and the occasional guest, having a casual conversation diving deeper into ideas related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount, “We Are the Light of the World”
at https://redcouchtheology.com/ or
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-10-02T23:28:25-06:00

Dim Bulb

I bet I got your attention. Obviously, that is a derogatory term people have used more than once to describe me. But I hope that after today you may see its significance in a totally different light. I am using the two word phrase to describe a condition we all must consciously choose to avoid. And it has nothing to do with intelligence.

As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At once they left their nets and followed him.” Matthew 4:18-20

Notice something. Jesus didn’t approach the brothers with a shiny brochure promising free treats at Camp Capernaum. He didn’t step up onto a soapbox and deliver an impassioned speech. He simply said, “Come, follow me.” And they did.

How about this small snapshot?

When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Mark 10:14-15

Were the children rushing to Jesus because they were anxious to hear him speak? Probably not. It was something else he offered.

In both of these cases, there was that special thing about Jesus that drew others to him. Even before he had spoken a single word.

He had light. And if I am not mistaken, the power source of that light was his love.

We are living in increasingly darker times. People are angry, striking out at one another. Name-calling has become an art form. Man’s inhumanity to man is on display everywhere we look. And Satan wants us to join in. He’d like to dim our 100 watt bulb down to 10 watts. We can’t allow that.

After meeting Jesus, John the Baptist said “He must become more. I must become less.” John 3:30

Step aside and allow Jesus’ love powered light to shine through you. It will always be 100 watts.

Jesus People, “Let Your Light Shine”.

No Dim Bulbs Here

by Bruce Hanson

Note. To access scripture links that don’t appear in the email version, read the web version in your browser.

Dim Bulb2023-10-04T20:26:34-06:00

Light Pollution

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matt. 5:14-16

I have a friend who loves all things outdoors. A few years ago, he wanted to put together a guys’ outing to a dark sky zone. Our world is filled with so many lights that there are very few places in our country with little or no light pollution. The night sky is breathtaking when you find yourself in one of those places.

The stars and planets are more brilliant and beautiful when no light competes with them. Jesus invites his kingdom people to be light in our world. He also warns us that there are “baskets” that might cover up our light. Whether it’s a shield or artificial light sources, there is a lot of competition contending for our attention.

What light pollution might you have allowed to creep into your life? Remember, the goal is for others to see the brilliance and beauty of Jesus through you. Praying the Lord’s prayer is a great way to toil incessantly for his advancing kingdom. That daily reminder helps us be intentional about how we shine.

Take a moment to pray the Lord’s Prayer and ask him to remove anything that might cover the brightness of his light through you.

Note. To access scripture links that don’t appear in the email version, read the web version in your browser.

Light Pollution2023-10-03T22:43:43-06:00

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
Each week, you’re invited to tune into our podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded (and sometimes prerecorded) for later, online viewing.

What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron and the occasional guest, having a casual conversation diving deeper into ideas related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
“What Should Our Attitude Be (Part 2)?”
at https://redcouchtheology.com/ or
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-09-23T13:22:22-06:00

The Perfectionists Are Invited

I was the good kid in my family, and I’m not proud of it. See, unlike my siblings, who both had their rebellious stages in life, I pretty much did what I was supposed to do. When My parents told me to do my best in school, I did. When it was apparent that going to youth group and reading my Bible was the “right” thing to do, I did that as well. I went to Bible college, and I went into ministry. It took me years to learn that pride and self-righteousness also marked my obsession with being good. I also had no idea how I often made others feel by appearing to be put together on the outside. Let me tell you, a perfectionist is no one’s favorite person, because they are hard on everyone, including themselves.

When Jesus said Blessed are the pure in heart, he spoke to the perfectionists among us: it’s the folks who expect everyone to be perfect, including themselves. They are often lonely because they are hard to be around. They are harder on themselves than anyone else could be. It turns out that striving for perfection can be a recipe for misery. In fairness, striving to be pure is not bad in and of itself, but if the motive behind it is recognition or pride, it is a flawed pursuit anyway. The beauty of what Jesus is saying to the pure in heart is that they can experience perfection in a relationship with a perfect God. Not only that, but purity of heart can then become a virtue, because it is motivated by worship rather than by pride.

What makes you try to do well in life? Is the driving force behind your actions for you to be praised? What if the driving force shifted to be a joyful reflection of a perfect God?

Take a moment to Pray the Lord’s prayer. Remember as you pray that Jesus is inviting us into his kingdom now and forever.

The Perfectionists Are Invited2023-09-22T23:06:09-06:00

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
Each week, you’re invited to tune into our podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded (and sometimes prerecorded) for later, online viewing.

What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron, and the occasional guest having a casual conversation, diving deeper into ideas related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
“What Should Your Attitude Be (Part 1)”
at https://redcouchtheology.com/ or
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-09-21T17:39:19-06:00

Red Couch Theology Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

This week the podcast was held before a live crowd on Monday, September 11, at 6:30 pm at South’s 6510 Community Room – recorded for later, online viewing.

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron, and the occasional guest having a casual conversation, diving deeper into ideas and questions related to last Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology Podcast2023-09-12T20:48:36-06:00

Red Couch Theology — “Live, In-Person” Podcast

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron

This week the podcast will be held before a live crowd on Monday, September 11, at 6:30 pm at South’s 6510 Community Room – recorded for later, online viewing.

There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering!
What can you expect? Pastors Alex, Aaron, and the occasional guest having a casual conversation, diving deeper into ideas and questions related to Sunday’s teaching.

Ask questions about the sermon series, Sermon on the Mount,
by texting 720-316-3893 prior to, or during the “LIVE, IN-PERSON” podcast.

Blog sites:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCWnNSTN-6XA7oYy6TBfS0LAxqxPvxVjH

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-drinking-tea/id1616539767

Red Couch Theology — “Live, In-Person” Podcast2023-09-09T10:02:49-06:00
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