In this sermon, we explore the reality that each one of us needs a greater vision of the God who is provider, powerful, and personal. Whether you are a Christian or not, everyone has an idea about who God is. And how you view God has massive implications for every facet of your life. Series Description: The Psalms are the song book of God's people,…

In this sermon, we examine the truth that God is just judge, and we explore why that's good news for the world. Psalm 64 is a psalm full of reversals: the wickedness of humanity is upended and judged by God. Series Description: The Psalms are the song book of God's people, and each summer we mine their riches. Their imagery, poetry, and theology in…

In this sermon, we explore the reality that Christians are called to bear one another's burdens in such a way that we are participating in one another's sanctification. As disciples of Jesus who are filled with the Spirit, Christians are called to bear one another's burdens. But what exactly does that mean? And why, a few verses later, does Scriptu…

In this sermon, we explore what it looks like to live out the call to "welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you." Throughout his ministry, Jesus Christ welcomed both outsiders and insiders, both the tax collector and the religious scribe. His ministry broke down social, political, and economic barriers. And because Jesus is our Great High Pri…

Whose responsibility is it to teach in the local church? Because Jesus is our great high priest, all Christians are called to "teach and admonish one another" (Colossians 3:16). In this sermon, we explore what it looks like to live out this command in the ordinary life of a local church community.By Aaron Mattox

In the Middle Ages, the Roman Catholic Church mandated that Christians confess their sins to a priest. But since Jesus is our great high priest, Christians actually have the freedom and responsibility to "Confess your sins to one another" (James 5:16). What if we actually did that? In this sermon, we explore how the grace of Jesus empowers us to co…

Christ is risen! Sin and death have been defeated, and all those who trust in Christ receive eternal life. But what does that mean, exactly? In this Easter 2025 sermon, we look at John 3:16—perhaps the most familiar verse in the Bible—to explore the love of God, the grace of God, and the path to life.…

In the final chapter of Daniel, God reveals his purposes for the end of history. So how ought we to live in light of the end? The answer might surprise you. God instructs Daniel to "go your way." The details about the end of time aren't ours to know. Instead, we ought to live our lives to please God, know God, and see God. (0:00) Scripture Reading:…

In many ways, opening the Bible is like entering a strange new world. Daniel 11 is no different, as Daniel receives a vision of future events concerning two kingdoms. But what is the significance? In this sermon, we see that God's word is true, good, and beautiful.By Aaron Mattox

The mystery and intrigue of Daniel 10 have fascinated people for millennia - spiritual beings, the mystery of prayer, and how that all relates to everyday life. In this sermon, we explore the truth that reality is both more mysterious and more ordinary than you think.By Aaron Mattox

After reading the prophet Jeremiah, Daniel prays to God, and God reveals to Daniel that Israel’s time in exile will be longer than anticipated. Yet this does not mean that God is unfaithful to His covenant. In this sermon, we explore what it means for Christians to know, understand, and embrace their responsibilities as a covenant people. (6:13) In…

We all want to know the future. Whether it’s the future of our health, our work, our relationships, or our country, we all wish we could know what's coming. In Daniel 8, God reveals to Daniel events that are yet to come. In this sermon, we explore the glorious truth that God knows the future, and we consider the implications of that truth for our l…

Daniel 7 marks a turning point in the book of Daniel. While the first six chapters are primarily narrative stories, the last half of the book contains apocalyptic prophecy. And Daniel 7 might be one of the most important chapters in all the Old Testament. In this sermon, we explore the significance of this chapter and what it means for every human …

Daniel in the Lion's Den. It's one of the best-known stories in the Bible. And it reminds us that there are times in our lives when we need the courage to stand alone in the midst of pressure and temptation. What will our response be? In this sermon, we explore how faith in Jesus Christ empowers us to stand alone. (0:19) Scripture Reading (5:16) In…

Have you ever heard someone say, "The writing is on the wall?" In Daniel 5, King Belshazzar sees a disembodied hand write an ominous message, and he calls Daniel to interpret it. As we consider this text, we learn a very simple but important truth: wise people heed God's warnings.By Aaron Mattox

Daniel 4 tells the story of another dream of King Nebuchadnezzar. But behind the story of the dream is a story of pride. No one likes to be around a prideful person yet at the same time pride manifests itself in a variety of ways we all carry it. In this sermon we explore the essence of pride, the result of pride and how we all might be healed of o…

Daniel 3 is one of the most beloved and familiar stories in the Bible. It’s a story that challenges God’s people to consider: is my faith instrumental and transactional or is it covenantal, trusting in God regardless of outcomes? In this sermon we explore the faith of Shadrach & Meshach & Abednego and how God's covenant faithfulness awakens our tru…

In Daniel 2, King Nebuchadnezzar has a dream revealing the permanence of God's kingdom. He's open to spiritual realities but does not fully embrace the God of the Bible. Perhaps King Nebuchadnezzar is not just a historical figure in the ancient past. What if the people in your everyday life -- yourself included -- are not all that different? In thi…

Whether we're religious or not, we count dedication and faithfulness as positive human virtues. But what does faithfulness look like, and how does one grow in it? In this sermon, we explore Daniel's faithfulness in the midst of cultural pressure. As we see Daniel's resolve, we also see the source of true faithfulness: the grace of God.…

In each generation, God’s people are called to live faithfully for Him. Kingdoms rise and fall, but God’s kingdom is the only one that will stand forever. The book of Daniel gives God’s people a sweeping view of history and inspires them to live faithfully by grounding them in the hope and promise of God’s everlasting kingdom. Change. Improvement. …

Change is slow. Suffering is normal. Through it all, God's desire is to renew his people "day by day." But experiencing God's daily renewal requires some things. In this sermon, we explore the truth that renewal requires resilience: a resilient source and a resilient hope.By Aaron Mattox

Nothing quenches renewal more than a lack of repentance. God's desire is to renew his people "day by day," not just once a year. However, experiencing God's daily renewal requires some things. In this sermon, we explore the truth that renewal requires repentance; turning from sin and seeking God who is full of compassion and grace. For more info, v…

Apathy and indifference, cold-heartedness and lack of passion will stifle the work of God in one's life. God's desire is to renew his people "day by day," not just once a year. But experiencing God's daily renewal requires some things. In this sermon, we explore the truth that renewal requires receiving the love of the Father, the work of the Son, …

Advent is a season of anticipation for the coming of Jesus and in this sermon, we look at Luke's account of the Christmas story. While the story is familiar it's a story that is meant to leave us in wonder and awe. It is in the incarnation we see that God is more humble than we think.By Aaron Mattox

Advent is a season of anticipation for the coming of Jesus. In Exodus 34, God's self-description answers the question: What is God Like? This story reminds us that God is more merciful than we think and points us to the incarnation of Jesus.By Kevin Huddleston

Advent is a season of waiting and anticipation for the coming of Christ. In Exodus 3, God appears to Moses and reveals his personal covenant name. This story reminds us that God is more personal than we think... and points us to the incarnation of Jesus.By David Sundman

Jesus came to show us what God is like. But the coming of Jesus, in his lowly incarnation & birth at Christmastime, was the fulfillment of what the Scriptures had been saying for centuries. At key moments in the OT, God revealed to his people what he was like. “But in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son” (Hebrews 1:2). In this series, we…

After the rebellion at Babel, the question stands: How will God respond, and how will His plan move forward? In a surprising turn of events, God calls a barren couple to leave what is familiar and to trust in His provision. From Genesis 12 forward, the story of redemption and blessing unfolds, a story each human being is invited into.…

Human beings generally agree something is wrong with the world. The world needs to be saved. The disagreement lies behind why the world is ruined and what can be done to save it. Genesis 10-11 demonstrate that the world needs saving, humanity’s attempts are frivolous, and only God’s plan is the adequate solution.…

The story of Noah is one of the most beloved stories in the Bible. When we read it, we often think of Noah as the hero of the story. But even Noah fails to be the righteous leader God's people need. After the flood waters recede, Noah has his own Fall, in his own garden, recapitulating the tragedy of Adam and Eve. The flood story, taken as a whole,…

The story of the flood taps into a key biblical theme: salvation through judgment. As humans continue to sin and wickedness and evil run rampant, God, in his goodness, acts. The flood is a reminder that God judges sin, but the story of the flood and the preservation of Noah, also demonstrates God seeks to save.…

The last half of Genesis 4 and the entirety of Genesis 5 is a list of names many readers skip. But this text communicates an important theological and practical truth: there are only two ways to live. In this sermon, we explore the simple yet vital idea that your life is either moving toward God or away from God.…

The story of Cain and Abel reveals that from its earliest chapters, the Bible is concerned with our inner life. We will either rule or be ruled; we will conquer sin or sin will conquer us. In this message, we explore how religiosity, comparison, and anger ruled Cain, leading him to kill his brother. And we examine how the grace of Jesus sets us fre…

Ever since Genesis 3, sin and corruption have marked the human story. But what is God's response to sin? In this message, we explore signs of God's grace even in the midst of sin and judgment.By Bob Thune

Fig leaves. It's more than just a narrative detail. It's the feeble way the first humans attempt to cover sin and its baggage - shame, hiding, blaming. It's a habit as old as Eden. When we see the futility of fig leaves, it helps us to see the beauty of a life that walks before God, covered in his righteousness.…

Sin is real, damaging, and deadly. Sin manifests itself in countless ways, but underneath it all, we tend to repeat the pattern of Adam and Eve in Genesis 3. When we understand how and why Adam and Eve sinned we can grow in our awareness of our own sin and see our need for the grace of God along the way.…

Conversations about sexuality, gender, and marriage place us on highly contested ground in our cultural moment. Sin has deformed and damaged so much. Yet Genesis 2 presents God’s glorious vision for gender and sexuality: humans as male and female, reflecting the image of the Triune God in differentiation and unity.…

We spend almost one-third of our lives working. Whether we’re raising kids, earning a degree, running a company, or showing up at a job site, we need to know: what does Scripture have to say about work? In this sermon, we explore the doctrine of vocation and consider God’s glorious design for our work.…

What does it mean to be human? This question is at the heart of almost every cultural controversy today. But if you get God's image wrong, everything else falls apart. In this sermon, we explore how the biblical doctrine of the image of God impacts every facet of our being in the world.By Aaron Mattox

Adam and Eve, a garden, a talking snake, flood waters, and an ancient tower to the skies—these stories are ancient, but they set the rhythm for the rest of the Bible. The book of Genesis grounds Christians in God's character and purposes, inviting us to join in God’s story. The first chapter of the Bible is full of intrigue and mystery. It answers …

The mission of every church and every Christian is to make disciples of Jesus. But in a culture where we're told that the highest good is independence, we easily default to self-reliance and self-sufficiency. In this sermon, we consider the simple truth that discipleship to Jesus requires dependence - and only by being wholly dependent on Christ an…

The mission of every church and every Christian is to make disciples of Jesus. But in a culture where we are told endless choices lead to more freedom, it is easier to be devoted to other things besides Jesus. In this sermon, we consider the simple truth that discipleship to Jesus requires devotion - and only by devoting our whole being to Christ c…

The mission of every church and every Christian is to make disciples of Jesus. But in a culture where self-expression is the highest good and building one's own identity is seen as the path to fulfillment, what does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? In this sermon, we consider the simple truth that discipleship to Jesus requires death - and only b…

Human beings seek satisfaction. The only question is: where? In a world where everyone is searching for satisfaction, Psalm 63 gives a vision of what it looks like for our souls to be satisfied in God.By Chris Hemmelman

Waiting and hope go together. Hoping in God means waiting on Him - and that can be difficult when God seems absent, distant, or slow to act. But Psalm 62 reminds us that God is a better hope, and that trusting and waiting on Him is worth it.By Bob Thune

“When I am overwhelmed," says the text of Psalm 61. When, not if. We WILL be overwhelmed; the question is, where will we go? Psalm 61 invites God's people to turn to him, remembering his presence and his promises and trusting in the King who is "enthroned forever."By Aaron Mattox

Rejection. It’s something every human being has experienced (or will). But where do we turn when it seems like God has rejected us? Psalm 60 calls God's people to look to what God has done and to listen to what God has said.By Justin Curtis

One of the fundamental truths of the Christian faith is that God is triumphant over all. But when you look out at the world, it does not seem like God is triumphant. Psalm 59 invites God’s people to see how God’s triumph changes everything, from how we live to how we suffer.By Travis Barrett

God is a judge. This is good news and not something Christians should be ashamed of. Psalm 58 highlights the need, longing, and the good news of what it means for God to be judge.By Aaron Mattox

Discipleship to Jesus requires grit and perseverance. But in our cultural moment, it can be easy to settle for what feels good or is convenient. Psalm 57 challenges God's people to live a life that intentionally chooses and says "I will" to God. Yet at the same time, the only reason we are able to say "I will" is because of God's steadfast love.…