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The Power Of The Tongue

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 47:42


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

The Wise Woman

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 41:12


In this sermon, Pastor Keith explains that wise women build their homes, making it a place where their families can flourish through their godly conduct, character, and speech.

Biblical Friendship

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 55:56


In this sermon we see that God has designed us as relational beings who need friendships to flourish, and wise people cultivate faithful and loving friendships.

The Fear Of The Lord

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 46:30


In this sermon, Pastor Keith explains that the fear of the Lord is essential for having a healthy relationship with God and making wise decisions. And it is accompanied by great blessings. The questions he answers are: What is Fear of the Lord? Why should we pursue and embrace it? How can we cultivate in our lives?

Responding To The Resurrected King

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 44:04


In this sermon Pastor Keith explains that the historical evidence of Jesus Christ crucified, buried, and resurrected is reliable, and He is worthy to receive our response of unashamed faith and joyful and reverent worship.

God's Steadfast Love Endures Forever

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 53:59


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Choose Wisdom, Find Life

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 38:25


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Wisdom From Above

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 40:18


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Reconizing & Resisting Temptation

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 45:03


In this sermon from Proverbs 7 Jacob Jones explains how temptation has a predictable strategy and wisdom can help equip us to resist it.

Wisdom To Live Responsibly

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 37:00


From Proverbs 6 Pastor Keith highlights how wisdom teaches us to be responsible with our wealth, words, work, and relationships.

Guard Your Heart & Honor Marriage

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 46:45


In Proverbs chapter 5 wisdom teaches us to take heed to the voice of wisdom to guard your hearts, avoid the dangers of sexual folly, and experience God’s delightful design for marriage.

The Path Of Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 45:46


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

The Path Of Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 54:58


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

The Blesssing Of Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 39:40


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Living Wisely

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 39:21


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

The Pursuit Of Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 48:55


In this sermon, we learn that wisdom is valuable and it must be sought for diligently in view of God being the source and giver of it.

Avoiding The Self-Sabotage Of Foolishness

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 43:36


In this sermon, we see that wisdom calls us to live wisely by choosing the fear of the Lord and considering the outcomes of the way of fools and the wise.

Avoiding The Self-Sabotage Of Foolishness

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 43:36


In this sermon, we see that wisdom calls us to live wisely by choosing the fear of the Lord and considering the outcomes of the way of fools and the wise.

Get Wisdom For Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 48:00


In this teaching we see how the Proverbs were written to give us wisdom and understanding to live well in this world through a proper relationship with God. Pastor Keith also explains what wisdom is and how to get it and what the fear of the Lord is.

Get Wisdom For Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 48:00


In this teaching we see how the Proverbs were written to give us wisdom and understanding to live well in this world through a proper relationship with God. Pastor Keith also explains what wisdom is and how to get it and what the fear of the Lord is.

Reconciled To Represent

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 46:49


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

The Beauty Of Christ-Centered Relationships

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 46:58


In this sermon we learn that in Christ we have a new identity and a new way of living that reflects the beauty of grace.

The Beauty Of Christ-Centered Relationships

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 46:58


In this sermon we learn that in Christ we have a new identity and a new way of living that reflects the beauty of grace.

Knowing & Growing In Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 50:52


In this sermon, we explore how God has graciously provided for His people what they need to flourish through their relationship with Him, and He calls them to make grace-empowered efforts to grow.

Knowing & Growing In Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 50:52


In this sermon, we explore how God has graciously provided for His people what they need to flourish through their relationship with Him, and He calls them to make grace-empowered efforts to grow.

Trusting God's Faithfulness In Every Season

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 44:29


In this sermon, we see that God calls us to remember His past faithfulness, to rely on Him in the present, and to respond in obedience for what’s ahead.

Trusting God's Faithfulness In Every Season

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 44:29


In this sermon, we see that God calls us to remember His past faithfulness, to rely on Him in the present, and to respond in obedience for what’s ahead.

Wrapped In Humility & Love

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 56:47


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

humility wrapped scripture: philippians 2:3-2:11
Wrapped In Humility & Love

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 56:47


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

humility wrapped scripture: philippians 2:3-2:11
Born A Child Yet A King

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 48:56


In this sermon, we see that Jesus is the King worthy of worship and His Kingdom clashes with earthly kingdoms.

Born A Child Yet A King

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 48:56


In this sermon, we see that Jesus is the King worthy of worship and His Kingdom clashes with earthly kingdoms.

The King's Birth

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 38:30


In this sermon, we see that the birth of Christ was a miraculous historical event that occurred to fulfill God’s promise to rescue His people.

The King's Birth

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 38:30


In this sermon, we see that the birth of Christ was a miraculous historical event that occurred to fulfill God’s promise to rescue His people.

The King's Resume

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 42:56


In this sermon we see that the birth of Jesus was a historical event divinely orchestrated to fulfill God’s promise of sending the Messiah King to rescue His people.

The King's Resume

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 42:56


In this sermon we see that the birth of Jesus was a historical event divinely orchestrated to fulfill God’s promise of sending the Messiah King to rescue His people.

Choose Love, Life & Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 43:01


In this sermon we hear how Jesus makes clear the two options set before us all, and he requires us to choose the way of love, life, and truth.

Choose Love, Life & Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 43:01


In this sermon we hear how Jesus makes clear the two options set before us all, and he requires us to choose the way of love, life, and truth.

Perspective For A Dynamic Prayer Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 48:13


In his sermon on the mount Jesus teaches his followers how to have a dynamic prayer life. He calls his followers to be in persistent prayer, asking, seeking and knocking with the knowledge of God’s Fatherly care and promises for answering prayer.

Perspective For A Dynamic Prayer Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 48:13


In his sermon on the mount Jesus teaches his followers how to have a dynamic prayer life. He calls his followers to be in persistent prayer, asking, seeking and knocking with the knowledge of God’s Fatherly care and promises for answering prayer.

Don't Not Judge

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 45:23


In Matthew 7, we see Jesus address the destructive nature of judging others, a behavior that can be as damaging as cancer to relationships. In this passage, Jesus calls His followers to avoid harsh, hasty, and hypocritical judgments. Instead, He urges us to prioritize addressing our own sins before helping others with theirs. The tendency to be critical and judgmental is deeply rooted in human nature. Jesus warns against this toxic behavior, which can lead to broken marriages and divided churches. Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:1-5 emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, humility, honesty and mercy. He uses the metaphor of a log in one's eye to illustrate the absurdity of judging others while ignoring one's own faults. This teaching is not a prohibition against discernment or addressing sin, but a call to avoid a fault-finding spirit. Jesus Himself called out sin, but He did so with the intent of bringing people to repentance and salvation, not condemnation. The passage also highlights the need for discernment in sharing the gospel. Jesus advises against casting pearls before swine, meaning we should be wise in how we share the message of the kingdom and how much time and energy we invest on behalf of those who show no interest. This requires both elements of truth and grace, recognizing that not everyone will be receptive to the gospel. Sinclair Ferguson called this principle taught here “The wisdom of appropriate activity” Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love one another as He has loved us. By marveling at God's grace and mercy towards us, we can counter a critical spirit and cultivate a heart of compassion towards others.

Don't Not Judge

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 45:23


In Matthew 7, we see Jesus address the destructive nature of judging others, a behavior that can be as damaging as cancer to relationships. In this passage, Jesus calls His followers to avoid harsh, hasty, and hypocritical judgments. Instead, He urges us to prioritize addressing our own sins before helping others with theirs. The tendency to be critical and judgmental is deeply rooted in human nature. Jesus warns against this toxic behavior, which can lead to broken marriages and divided churches. Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:1-5 emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, humility, honesty and mercy. He uses the metaphor of a log in one's eye to illustrate the absurdity of judging others while ignoring one's own faults. This teaching is not a prohibition against discernment or addressing sin, but a call to avoid a fault-finding spirit. Jesus Himself called out sin, but He did so with the intent of bringing people to repentance and salvation, not condemnation. The passage also highlights the need for discernment in sharing the gospel. Jesus advises against casting pearls before swine, meaning we should be wise in how we share the message of the kingdom and how much time and energy we invest on behalf of those who show no interest. This requires both elements of truth and grace, recognizing that not everyone will be receptive to the gospel. Sinclair Ferguson called this principle taught here “The wisdom of appropriate activity” Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love one another as He has loved us. By marveling at God's grace and mercy towards us, we can counter a critical spirit and cultivate a heart of compassion towards others.

Kingdom Perspective & Priority

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 49:52


In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus addresses the heart of humanity, challenging the superficiality of external religion and urging a deeper, genuine worship. He confronts the issues of hypocrisy, materialism, and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of heart motives in our actions. Jesus calls us to give, pray, and fast with sincerity, focusing on God rather than seeking human approval. He highlights the futility of storing earthly treasures, urging us to prioritize heavenly treasures that are eternal and secure. Our relationship with money and possessions often reveals where our heart truly lies, and Jesus warns against the deceitfulness of riches, which can easily capture our trust and devotion. Jesus also addresses anxiety, a prevalent issue in our culture, and offers a kingdom perspective that counters worry. He reminds us of God's provision for creation, emphasizing our greater value and the assurance that God will meet our needs. Anxiety, he explains, is a distraction from kingdom pursuits and a waste of time. Instead, Jesus calls us to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, promising that all our needs will be met. This kingdom perspective invites us to live with a generous heart, trusting in God's provision and focusing on eternal values. The kingdom of God is an upside-down kingdom, clashing with worldly values. Jesus teaches us to live with a kingdom perspective, prioritizing eternal treasures over temporary gains. He calls us to cultivate a generous heart, reflecting God's generosity, and to live free from anxiety, trusting in God's provision. By seeking first the kingdom, we align our lives with God's purposes, experiencing the peace and joy that come from living in His will.

Kingdom Perspective & Priority

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 49:52


In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus addresses the heart of humanity, challenging the superficiality of external religion and urging a deeper, genuine worship. He confronts the issues of hypocrisy, materialism, and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of heart motives in our actions. Jesus calls us to give, pray, and fast with sincerity, focusing on God rather than seeking human approval. He highlights the futility of storing earthly treasures, urging us to prioritize heavenly treasures that are eternal and secure. Our relationship with money and possessions often reveals where our heart truly lies, and Jesus warns against the deceitfulness of riches, which can easily capture our trust and devotion. Jesus also addresses anxiety, a prevalent issue in our culture, and offers a kingdom perspective that counters worry. He reminds us of God's provision for creation, emphasizing our greater value and the assurance that God will meet our needs. Anxiety, he explains, is a distraction from kingdom pursuits and a waste of time. Instead, Jesus calls us to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, promising that all our needs will be met. This kingdom perspective invites us to live with a generous heart, trusting in God's provision and focusing on eternal values. The kingdom of God is an upside-down kingdom, clashing with worldly values. Jesus teaches us to live with a kingdom perspective, prioritizing eternal treasures over temporary gains. He calls us to cultivate a generous heart, reflecting God's generosity, and to live free from anxiety, trusting in God's provision. By seeking first the kingdom, we align our lives with God's purposes, experiencing the peace and joy that come from living in His will.

Kingdom Perspective & Priority

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 49:59


Life With The Father

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 60:09


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Life With The Father

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 60:09


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Oaths, Retaliation & Loving Enemies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 48:56


In our journey through the Sermon on the Mount, we see the profound teachings of Jesus, focusing on Matthew 5:33-48. This passage challenges us to live radically in honesty, justice, and love, reflecting the heart of God in our daily lives. Jesus calls us to a higher standard, one that transcends mere legal compliance and touches the very core of our being—our hearts. The Pharisees, in their adherence to the law, often missed the spirit behind it, leading to a life of legalism and self-righteousness. Jesus, however, fulfills the law, inviting us to embrace its true intent: a heart fully surrendered to God. The teachings on oaths remind us that our words should be truthful, reflecting the integrity of Christ. We are called to let our "yes" be yes and our "no" be no, embodying truth in all we say and do. This honesty is not just about avoiding falsehood but about living in a way that our words are always trustworthy. In addressing retaliation, Jesus turns societal norms on their head. Instead of seeking revenge, we are to offer grace and mercy, even to those who wrong us. This radical love is not about being passive but about choosing humility and peace over retribution. Jesus exemplifies this through His own life, urging us to follow His example. Loving our enemies is perhaps the most challenging of Jesus' commands. It requires us to extend love and prayer to those who oppose us, reflecting the unconditional love God shows us. This love is not based on feelings but is a deliberate choice to act in love, even when it is difficult. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to be perfect, as our Heavenly Father is perfect. This perfection is about maturity and fulfilling our purpose as followers of Christ. It is about living out the radical love, grace, and truth that Jesus embodies, empowered by the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts and lives.

Oaths, Retaliation & Loving Enemies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 48:56


In our journey through the Sermon on the Mount, we see the profound teachings of Jesus, focusing on Matthew 5:33-48. This passage challenges us to live radically in honesty, justice, and love, reflecting the heart of God in our daily lives. Jesus calls us to a higher standard, one that transcends mere legal compliance and touches the very core of our being—our hearts. The Pharisees, in their adherence to the law, often missed the spirit behind it, leading to a life of legalism and self-righteousness. Jesus, however, fulfills the law, inviting us to embrace its true intent: a heart fully surrendered to God. The teachings on oaths remind us that our words should be truthful, reflecting the integrity of Christ. We are called to let our "yes" be yes and our "no" be no, embodying truth in all we say and do. This honesty is not just about avoiding falsehood but about living in a way that our words are always trustworthy. In addressing retaliation, Jesus turns societal norms on their head. Instead of seeking revenge, we are to offer grace and mercy, even to those who wrong us. This radical love is not about being passive but about choosing humility and peace over retribution. Jesus exemplifies this through His own life, urging us to follow His example. Loving our enemies is perhaps the most challenging of Jesus' commands. It requires us to extend love and prayer to those who oppose us, reflecting the unconditional love God shows us. This love is not based on feelings but is a deliberate choice to act in love, even when it is difficult. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to be perfect, as our Heavenly Father is perfect. This perfection is about maturity and fulfilling our purpose as followers of Christ. It is about living out the radical love, grace, and truth that Jesus embodies, empowered by the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts and lives.

Oaths, Retaliation & Loving Enemies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 48:56


This is a podcast from primarily sermons preached at City Church Garland.

Kingdom Ethics

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 50:27


In this sermon from Matthew chapter 5, we explore the profound teachings of Jesus on Kingdom ethics, focusing on the fulfillment of the law and the prophets. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, challenges us to understand the law not merely as a set of rigid rules but as a guide to living a life that reflects the heart of God. His teaching confronts two common errors: antinomianism, which dismisses the law, and legalism, which attempts to earn God's favor through strict adherence to rules. Jesus fulfilled the law by embodying its true intent and purpose. Jesus' fulfillment of the law is multifaceted. He fulfills it predictively, as the law and prophets point to Him as the Messiah. He fulfills it ethically, living a sinless life that exemplifies perfect obedience to God's commands. He fulfills it exemplarily, providing a model for us to follow in holiness and righteousness. Moreover, He fulfills it in His disciples, empowering us through the Holy Spirit to live out the righteous requirements of the law (Romans 8:1-4). The heart of Jesus' teaching is a call to internal righteousness, a transformation that goes beyond external compliance. He emphasizes the importance of the heart's condition, teaching that anger equates to murder and lust to adultery. This internalization of the law calls us to a higher standard, one that values life, integrity, and purity. Jesus underscores the sacredness of marriage, urging us to honor this covenant as a reflection of God's relationship with His people. In addressing sin, Jesus advocates for radical measures, not through physical mutilation but through the mortification of sin in our hearts. The law serves as a mirror, revealing our need for a Savior, and pointing us to Christ, who empowers us to live righteously. As kingdom citizens, we are called to be peacemakers, valuing reconciliation and embodying the love and grace of God in our relationships.

Kingdom Ethics

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 50:27


In this sermon from Matthew chapter 5, we explore the profound teachings of Jesus on Kingdom ethics, focusing on the fulfillment of the law and the prophets. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, challenges us to understand the law not merely as a set of rigid rules but as a guide to living a life that reflects the heart of God. His teaching confronts two common errors: antinomianism, which dismisses the law, and legalism, which attempts to earn God's favor through strict adherence to rules. Jesus fulfilled the law by embodying its true intent and purpose. Jesus' fulfillment of the law is multifaceted. He fulfills it predictively, as the law and prophets point to Him as the Messiah. He fulfills it ethically, living a sinless life that exemplifies perfect obedience to God's commands. He fulfills it exemplarily, providing a model for us to follow in holiness and righteousness. Moreover, He fulfills it in His disciples, empowering us through the Holy Spirit to live out the righteous requirements of the law (Romans 8:1-4). The heart of Jesus' teaching is a call to internal righteousness, a transformation that goes beyond external compliance. He emphasizes the importance of the heart's condition, teaching that anger equates to murder and lust to adultery. This internalization of the law calls us to a higher standard, one that values life, integrity, and purity. Jesus underscores the sacredness of marriage, urging us to honor this covenant as a reflection of God's relationship with His people. In addressing sin, Jesus advocates for radical measures, not through physical mutilation but through the mortification of sin in our hearts. The law serves as a mirror, revealing our need for a Savior, and pointing us to Christ, who empowers us to live righteously. As kingdom citizens, we are called to be peacemakers, valuing reconciliation and embodying the love and grace of God in our relationships.

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