Each week, Pastor Mike Collins and the Solid Ground team share biblical teaching that sparks real-world faith. At Solid Ground Church, sermons are just the beginning — from there, we build community, serve our neighbors, and live out the love of Jesus together. Learn more at SGBIC.com .
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There are moments when you know exactly what happened. You remember what was said. You have the facts. And you’re right. But what if being right still isn’t enough? In this episode of Groundwork, Mike explores a subtle relationship trap that can turn certainty into conflict—and why sometimes the most important part of a situation isn’t nearly as obvious as we think.
Some seasons of discouragement are easy to explain. Others are harder to name. You may look fine on the outside, keep doing what needs to be done, and still feel like something inside you has gone flat. When that happens, it’s easy to wonder whether you’re tired, stuck, drifting, grieving, or just not as strong as you thought. In this episode of Groundwork, Mike Collins offers a biblical and…
Adult life can be full of people and still feel lonely. You may have coworkers, neighbors, family, church acquaintances, text threads, and a busy schedule — but still wonder if anybody really knows what you’re carrying. In this episode of Groundwork, Mike Collins talks about why friendship can feel harder as we get older, why small talk often doesn’t become real connection, and why being noticed…
Why do so many sincere believers still feel spiritually dry? In John 3, Nicodemus comes to Jesus with genuine faith and honest questions. He knows the Scriptures. He believes the right things. Yet something isn’t connecting. Jesus responds with a phrase that has echoed for centuries: “You must be born again.” But what if being born again isn’t about trying harder or becoming a slightly improved…
Why does the internet reward outrage? In this episode of Groundwork, Mike Collins and his daughter Ella explore “rage bait” — content designed to provoke anger because anger drives engagement. They unpack how algorithms amplify negativity, why outrage spreads so quickly, and how you can disengage without being consumed. Your attention is sacred. What you linger on will shape you.
Many of us live with a quiet, persistent sense that we don’t quite measure up—not because anyone says it out loud, but because we’ve learned it over time. In this new Groundwork episode, Pastor Mike explores why feelings of inferiority can seem so reasonable, where they come from, and why even knowing the truth about our identity in Christ doesn’t automatically silence them. Scripture doesn’t tell…
We live in a world that constantly pressures us to perform, achieve, and prove ourselves. From an early age, we’re told that being impressive is what makes us valuable. But when Jesus called his first disciples, he didn’t look for the most qualified or accomplished. He called fishermen—ordinary people who were simply willing to follow. In Becoming Available, we explore Mark 1:16–20 and discover a…
There are seasons when faith feels real—but not very useful. We still believe. We still show up. But nothing about our everyday lives seems all that different. In this message, Pastor Mike explores Jesus’ words about being salt and light and what they reveal about the purpose of faith. Jesus never called his followers to be impressive, loud, or performative. He called them to be useful—present,…
What do you do when your faith doesn’t disappear—but it does go quiet? Spiritual dry spells happen to more people than we admit. Prayer feels flat. Scripture doesn’t land. God feels distant, even though you’re still showing up. In this episode of Groundwork, Mike Collins talks honestly about what spiritual dryness looks like, why it happens, and how to walk through it without panic, guilt, or…
In a world that never slows down, it’s becoming harder to hear the voice that matters most. In this message, Pastor Mike shares a personal story of pressure, pain, and burnout—and how God used it to teach him a deeper lesson about attentiveness. Drawing from 1 Samuel 3, we’re reminded that God still speaks, but listening requires stillness, humility, and a posture of trust. This message explores:…
