Traders Church

Traders Church At Traders Church we believe that God, through his son Jesus, offers salvation for everyone through his unconditional and irresistible love.

Loving Jesus, Loving People, Loving Life
Worship service: Sat 5pm, Sun 10:30am (children's church available)
Celebrate Recovery: Tues 7pm
212 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO In this love, we are made new enabling us to have a tenacious faith and genuine passion for life that inspires us to change our community by illuminating the hope for humanity. Simply put, it's all about Jesus. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17

Watch the full message now at the link in our comments! 👇What if Jesus isn't asking you to "do better"—what if He’s aski...
08/30/2026

Watch the full message now at the link in our comments! 👇
What if Jesus isn't asking you to "do better"—what if He’s asking you to start over completely?

In John 3, a respected leader named Nicodemus snuck out under the cover of night to ask Jesus a few questions. He thought he was talking to a great teacher. He had no idea he was standing in front of God in the flesh.

Jesus cut right past the small talk and hit him with a radical truth: "Unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God."

Jesus isn't offering a fresh start; He's asking you to Make the Trade.

When you trade your old life for a new life in Jesus, you get:
👁️ New Eyes to see God’s Kingdom at work.
🪞 New Identity as a deeply loved child of God.
💨 New Motivation driven by the wind of the Holy Spirit.

Are you still trying to patch up your old life, or are you ready to Make the Trade?

⚔️ [TONIGHT] The Quest Continues! DragonGames is back! ⚔️Has it been two weeks already? That means it’s time to gather f...
08/30/2026

⚔️ [TONIGHT] The Quest Continues! DragonGames is back! ⚔️

Has it been two weeks already? That means it’s time to gather for our biweekly community adventure! If you’ve been looking for a fun, low-pressure way to spend a Sunday evening with the family, this is it.

Our policy on experience is very simple:

Lots of experience? Great! Come lead the way and show us how to navigate a tricky encounter without falling into a pit.

Zero experience? Even better! We love teaching the ropes. This is a "no-stress" zone where you can ask any question, learn the rules at your own pace, and enjoy a great story.

We provide everything you need to play—no gear required! Plus, did we mention there’s FREE food? (Because adventuring on an empty stomach is just bad strategy.)

WHEN: Tonight! 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Every other Sunday)
WHERE: 212 S. Joplin Ave, Suite A, Joplin
WHO: Teens, Tweens, and Families!
COST: 100% Free!

Check the flier below for signup info, or just come on by and join the team. Let’s make some legendary memories tonight!

08/30/2026

It's a good day to go to church!

08/19/2026

ONLY A FEW MORE HOURS!!!! Who is excited for Youth Group tonight ? ✋✋✋

Catch the full message at the link in the comments and learn how to trade your spiritual punch card for unearned grace.I...
08/16/2026

Catch the full message at the link in the comments and learn how to trade your spiritual punch card for unearned grace.

Imagine spending months faithfully buying coffee to earn your free reward on a punch card, only to see the barista give a massive, free frappuccino to a first-time customer just for showing up. How would you feel?

Most of us would say, "That's not fair! I earned my reward!"

We are obsessed with fairness and getting what we deserve. But what if God doesn't operate on fairness? What if He doesn't deal with us based on merit or a "paycheck mentality"?

In Week 6 of "The Questions Jesus Asked," John Erie reveals a startling truth: Grace isn't fair, and thank God it isn't.

Happy National Left Handers Day.- Raise of hands who is left handed?Pastor Johns wife is.
08/13/2026

Happy National Left Handers Day.
- Raise of hands who is left handed?
Pastor Johns wife is.

🎥 Watch the full message at the link in the comments👇Ever told a movie theater worker "You too!" after they said "Enjoy ...
08/10/2026

🎥 Watch the full message at the link in the comments👇
Ever told a movie theater worker "You too!" after they said "Enjoy the show"? 🤦‍♂️

We do it because we run on scripts. But if we're honest... we bring scripts to church, too.

We know when to sit, when to stand, when to nod, and how to exit the parking lot. It’s safe. It’s predictable.

But in Mark 14, Mary went completely off-script. She broke an alabaster jar worth an entire YEAR of wages and poured it over Jesus’ feet. People in the room were offended. They called it a waste.

But Jesus called it beautiful.

💡 Safe religion sticks to the script; true worship pours it out.

What’s in your hands today? What alabaster jar are you holding back because it feels too risky or too costly? Break it. Pour it out.

Have you ever taken a massive, ridiculous detour in the grocery store just to avoid someone you know? 🛒🏃‍♂️ We are prof...
08/02/2026

Have you ever taken a massive, ridiculous detour in the grocery store just to avoid someone you know? 🛒🏃‍♂️

We are professionals at the art of the detour to save time and avoid messes. But what if God is calling us to a completely different kind of detour? In this week’s message, Pastor John Erie dives into the parable of the Good Samaritan and reminds us that true compassion is rarely convenient. It interrupts our schedules, drains our wallets, and challenges our safety.

The question isn't "Who is my neighbor?" but rather, "What kind of neighbor are you?"

Watch the full message at the link in our comments, and let us know: How can you make a "detour" for someone in need this week? 👇

Have you ever treated someone like a tree? 🌳It sounds crazy, but think about it. We use trees for shade, we chop them do...
07/27/2026

Have you ever treated someone like a tree? 🌳

It sounds crazy, but think about it. We use trees for shade, we chop them down if they are in our way, or we just drive past them at 70 mph without a second thought.

In Mark 8, a blind man is partially healed by Jesus and says, "I see people, but... they look like trees walking around." How often do we view the people around us with that same blurry spiritual vision? We see coworkers as obstacles, baristas as coffee-dispensing machines, and strangers as background scenery.

It’s time to ask God for a "second touch." Let’s trade our blurry, self-centered vision for the gut-wrenching compassion of Jesus. God doesn't see obstacles; He sees a harvest. 🌾

Catch the full message from Week 3 of "The Questions Jesus Asked" at the link in the comments! 👇

Question for the comments: Who is someone in your life you can intentionally pray for this week? Let's build a list together!

Address

212 S. Joplin Avenue , Suite A
Joplin, MO
64801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Telephone

+19039529154

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