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God is not the Problem
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on October 17, 2021When going through difficult times we might lose our perspective and think that the source of our problems is God. We may conclude that God has an axe to grind with me and is punishing me. This thought is contrary to the teaching of Scripture. When we experience trials the
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Coping With Financial Fires
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on October 10, 2021One of the common trials that people face is financial hardship. In America, many people find themselves with little money in the bank, high credit card debt, car payments, and are struggling to make ends meet. When money is tight it can cause a lot of stress. The people James
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“Coping With Trials”
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on October 3, 2021James was writing to people who were having a rough go of things. In fact, it would be fair to say they were living in crisis mode. During the covid pandemic many of us have had our fair share of challenges. Some trials are minor in nature while others may
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“Self-Righteousness – A Grace Killer”
By on September 14, 2021In today’s teaching, we learn what kind of heart is acceptable to God and keeps the outpouring of His grace in perpetual motion. Two men, who were polar-opposites, each offered a prayer to God, with completely different hearts. God accepted one and rejected the other. Of interest was the fact
Speakers
Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D.
Pastor
Aaron Olsen
Ministry Board Vice-chairman
Team Members
Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D.
PastorHillcrest Church welcomes Bruce Guckelberg as their new pastor. In June of 2019 Bruce and his wife Carol assumed the pastorate of Hillcrest Church as interim pastor. Bruce is a 33 year veteran of ministry in Chicago, Sacramento, San Jose, Upstate New York, and now in Roseville. Bruce also teaches at the Institute in Carmichael and has authored five books. His most recent is a commentary on Philippians titled: “Philippians: Ridiculous Joy.” He has also traveled in the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua training pastors and their key leaders. Bruce has a passion for preaching God’s word and building the next generation of leaders. His teaching is practical and relevant to everyday life. The best thing to do is come and check it out.
Team Members
Aaron Olsen
Ministry Board Vice-chairmanAaron is taking classes through Simpson University at the Woodland extension center and is pursuing ordination with the Christian & Missionary Alliance. He plays bass on the worship team and is involved in the media ministry.