HopeChurchLV Sermon Audio

We are back in our Gospel of Mark sermon series, and in this sermon, Pastor Tom McCormick preached from Mark 14:26-31. As humans, we have the capacity to sin and until Jesus returns, in our flesh, we will struggle with sin. The good news is, Jesus' grace, mercy, and forgiveness is greater than the sum of all our prideful sin! Check out this sermon to learn more.

In this Mother's Day sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Luke 1:46-50 and we took a look at the life of Mary - Jesus' mother. Moms, while motherhood is has its joys in raising kids, we know that it is also has its challenges and difficulties. In whatever season you are in as a mom, we want to encourage you with this sermon and we hope it puts some wind in your sails as you press on.

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preaches from 2 Peter 1:3-8, and we talked about how as Jesus followers, we are to put effort in taking steps to grow in our relationship with Jesus, but fully rely on God to do His work in and through us. What are those steps and how can you begin taking your next step? Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preaches from Matthew 28:18-20, and we took a look at baptism. We believe that every Jesus follower has a next step, and if you just started following Jesus and you're wondering what your next step is, it's baptism! We also dive deep into looking at why we should get baptized and who should get baptized. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this Easter sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington teaches from Luke 24:28-35 and we were challenged to consider this question: What do you think of the resurrection? We can either dismiss it away or believe in the gospel and step into a relationship with Jesus. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Ricky Harris preached from Mark 14:12-25. We took a look at the Lord's Supper and learned that as Christians, if we're not careful, we can speed through the Lord's Supper without ever contemplating what we're eating. As we take the sacraments, we are reminded that forgiveness, joy, hope, and salvation is ours. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Mark 14:10-11. In this passage, we talked about the betrayal of Judas and learned that you can be close to the things of God and not know God. The hard reality is, whether you're a follower of Jesus or not, we can all be like Judas. We can be part of the crew who follows Jesus and be lost without a relationship with Him, or turn our backs on Him due to disappointment or feeling forgotten by Him. So, what do we do in those moments? Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are back in our sermon series, "The Gospel of Mark". In this sermon, Pastor Tom McCormick preached from Mark 14:1-9. Through this passage, we learned that God is not pleased with religious activity on the outside. Instead, He desires a personal relationship with us; a relationship that transforms us from the inside. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in week 4 of our series, “Formation: Discipleship According to Jesus”.  As we wrap up this series, Pastor Scott Worthington preaches from 2 Corinthians 3:17-18. As a follower of Jesus, does your current life's system create time and space to be with Jesus and be transformed by Him? In this sermon, we study spiritual practices that are habits based on the life of Jesus that create time and space for us to abide in Him and be transformed by Him. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in week 3 of our series, “Formation: Discipleship According to Jesus”. Pastor Trenton Dorner preached from Romans 12:1-2 and we learned that if we are going to follow Jesus, we will be transformed by God into the likeness of His Son. In this sermon, we take a look at two facts about spiritual formation: (1) We cannot transform ourselves and (2) We can put ourselves in positions to be transformed. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in week 2 of our series, “Formation: Discipleship According to Jesus”. Every single person is being formed, either by the world or by Jesus. In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Romans 12:1-2 and we took a look at how as Jesus followers, we are not to be conformed by this world but be transformed by the renewal of our mind. How do we combat against being conformed by this world? First, we need to know and be aware of the three enemies of our spiritual growth. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in week 1 of our series, “Formation: Discipleship According to Jesus”. In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Matthew 4:18-20 and we learned that the invitation to follow Jesus comes with the expectation of transformation. Check out this sermon to learn more!

This sermon is from Generations Weekend where all generations of Hope Church gather together in one room to worship together! Pastor Scott Worthington preached from Psalm 127:3-4 and we learned that no matter what season of life we're in, we are to lean in and help in raising up the next generation. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Trenton Dorner preached from Mark 13:28-37. We don't know the day or hour of Jesus' return, but the word of God tells us that one day He is coming back. As we wait for Jesus' return, we are to trust His word, live faithfully, and live expectantly. What does that look like? Check out this sermon to learn more!

This is part 2 of Pastor Scott's sermon, “The Temple, Tribulation, and Triumph.” You can listen to it here: The Temple, Tribulation, and Triumph (Part 1) In this sermon, Pastor Scott preached from Mark 13:14-27. We go over what the Bible says about the Abomination of Desolation, the great tribulation, and Jesus' coming. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are back in our series, “The Gospel of Mark”, and this weekend Pastor Scott preached from Mark 13:1-13. We don't know the day or the hour of Jesus' return, but we do know from His word that He IS coming back. In this message, we learn how we can take courage, be on guard, and live vigilantly as we wait for His return. Check out this sermon to learn more!

As we wrap up our sermon series, Life Marks: Evidence of a Life With Jesus, Pastor Scott preaches from 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, and we learned about stewarding well what God has given us. Living a life of generosity where we respond to God's grace by giving to fuel His mission is evidence that we are His children. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Ricky preached from John 13:34-35. Loving one another is evidence that we belong to God and are His children. As the body of Christ, we are to love each other as Christ loves us and be committed to loving each other initially, sacrificially, and unconditionally. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preached from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. We answered four questions about prayer, including what happens when we pray. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in our Life Marks series and in this sermon, Pastor Scott preached from Romans 12:1-2. Most of us are educated beyond our level of obedience. We don't need information. We need more consecration. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this stand alone sermon, Pastor Lance Michels preached from Genesis 22:1-14 which is the story of Abraham's faith being tested. From Abraham's story we learned that the testing of our faith is actually a gift of grace. We also learned about two kinds of obedience: first-time obedience and complete obedience. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preached from John 1:14-16 and in this Christmas message, we learned that Jesus is the gift of God in the flesh who keeps on giving and is a gift that must be received. We also took a look at four gifts of grace we receive through a relationship with Jesus. What are those gifts? Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Ricky preached from Luke 2:8-20 and we took a look at the story of the shepherds at Jesus' birth. From their story, we learned that joy can happen even in the midst of our circumstances because Joy is a Person and what we have in Jesus cannot be taken away from us. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preached from Matthew 1:18-25 and we took a look at the story of Jesus' earthly father, Joseph. One of the things we were challenged with was to ask ourselves that when it came to our circumstances we're in, are we trying to have control over it or are we taking the time to see what God is doing in it. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in our December series called, “Witnesses of Wonder”. Over the next few weeks, we're going to slow down in the midst of the chaos and noise of the holiday season, and take a fresh look at the Christmas story—not through the tired lens of sentimentality or the hardened lens of skepticism, but through the eyes of those who experienced it firsthand.     In this sermon, Pastor Trenton preached from Luke 1:26-28 and we took a look at the story of Jesus' mother, Mary. From her story, we learned that God has a reputation of choosing the least likely candidates to accomplish His purposes. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in a 2-week series called “Hope for the World” where we take the time to celebrate what God is doing in Las Vegas, the West, and the World.   In week 2 of this series, Pastor Tom preached from Romans 15:18-21 and we learned that as Jesus followers, we are to be committed to getting the gospel to the unreached. What does that mean and what does that look like? Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in a 2-week series called “Hope for the World” where we take the time to celebrate what God is doing in Las Vegas, the West, and the World. In week 1 of this series, Pastor Scott preached from 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 and we learned that if you are in Christ, you are an ambassador of Christ; an authorized representative or messenger of Him. How can you represent Christ as an ambassador? Check out this sermon to learn more!

This weekend, we took the time as a church family to pray and worship together. Pastor Trenton, Pastor Ricky, and Pastor Tom led us in prayer and taught from Psalm 46.

We are in a 2-week study called “Citizens & Exiles: Remembering Who We Are and Whose We Are”.   In week 2 of this study, Pastor Scott preached from 1 Peter 2:11-17 and together we learned that as Jesus followers, we are citizens of the kingdom of God called to be faithful exiles in a country? What does it look like to live as a faithful exile? Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are in a 2-week study called “Citizens & Exiles: Remembering Who We Are and Whose We Are”. In week 1 of this study, Pastor Scott preached from 1 Peter 2:9-10 and together we learned that as Jesus followers, our primary identity is as a citizen of the kingdom of God. What does that mean? Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this message, Pastor Scott preaches from Mark 12:41-44 which is the story of the Widow's offering. From this story we learned that the attitude of our heart in giving matters more than the amount we give. Check out this sermon to learn more!

We're back in our sermon series, The Gospel of Mark. In this message, Pastor Ricky preaches from Mark 12:35-40. There is a need in seeing Jesus correctly and also a danger if you don't see him correctly. Check out this sermon to learn more!

As we wrap up our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from 2 Peter 3:18. The Bible tells us that God desires for us to grow as Jesus followers! How do we continue to grow in our relationship with God, in our relationship with one another, and in our relationship with the world? Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 7 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from Luke 4:42-43. As we follow Jesus, what's on His heart will be on our heart. What is on Jesus' heart? God's Kingdom. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 6 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Tom taught from 2 Corinthians 2:14-17. If you're a Jesus follower you have a mission, and that is to take the gospel to the whole world! Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 5 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from Acts 2:42-47. God can use all the relationships in His family to deepen your relationship with Him. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 4 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from 1 John 4:11. The very best God has for you will never be experienced apart from relationships with others. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 3 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from John 14:15 and we learned why it's important for us to spend time with God in His word. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In week 2 of our series, The Life of a Jesus Follower, Pastor Scott taught from Mark 3:13-14. The invitation to follow Jesus is not an invitation to participate in the do's and don'ts, but an invitation to enjoy an intimate relationship with Him! Check out this sermon to learn more!

We kicked off our series, “The Life of a Jesus Follower” and in this message, Pastor Scott shared what a faithful follower of Jesus looks like. Following Jesus is all about a relationships! It is about a relationship with God, a relationship with other followers of Jesus, and a relationship with the world; with those who don't know God. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this message, Pastor Ricky teaches from Mark 12:28-34. In this passage, Jesus says the most important commandment is to love God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. And the second is to love your neighbor as yourself. Together we learned what it looks like to love God wholeheartedly, love others genuinely, and follow Jesus completely.

In this message, Pastor Tom teaches from Mark 12:18-27. From this passage, we took a look at the Sadducees' question to Jesus about the resurrection and how Jesus answered it. Jesus said the Sadducees didn't know or understand God's word or God's power. Some of us as Jesus followers are wanting God's power in our lives but we care less about His word, and some of us love learning God's word but we care less about His power. We need them both! We will never know God's power without knowing His word, but knowing His word doesn't mean we'll have His power. Let's seek Jesus individually and together as a church!

In this message, Pastor Trenton teaches from Mark 12:13-17. We humbly submit to governing authorities as an act of humble submission to our glorious King. That is what we explore in this sermon. Let us know what stood out to you in the comments below!

Our Hope Henderson Congregation Pastor, Jeff Phillips, joined us this weekend and shared a word from Mark 12:1-12. We looked at learned some characteristics of God: He is Good, He is Patient, He is Love, He is Just, and He is Grace.

How we deal with the authority of Jesus will determine His dealing with us. In this message, Pastor Trenton teaches from Mark 11:27-33 which is about the authority of Jesus being challenged. Let us know what stood out to you in the comments below!

We're back in our series, "The Gospel of Mark" and in this message, Pastor Ricky Harris teaches from Mark 11:20-25. Real prayer does two things: It invites us to come to God with our concerns and requests and most importantly trusts that however God decides to answer, it's always right. That is what we explore in this message.

We wrapped up our "Compelling Disciples" series with Pastor Scott teaching from 2 Timothy 4:3-5. In this sermon, we looked at the last two characteristics of Christ's life in us that He desires to live out through us which is sober-mindedness and self-control. Sober-minded disciples are watchful against the enemy, diligent in their training as a Jesus follower, and shares their story with those who are far from God.

In this message Pastor Trenton teaches from 1 Peter 3:13-15. We must be ready to share about our King Jesus and when we do that, we are to do it with gentleness and respect.

In this message Pastor Tom teaches from 1 Peter 4:9. This week, we looked at the characteristic of being hospitable and learned why we should show hospitality to the people we don't know, how we can show hospitality to them, and what can result from our hospitality.

We kicked off a new series called Compelling Disciples: Living a Life that Can't Be Ignored. In this message, Pastor Scott teaches from Colossians 4:5-6 and challenged us to look for opportunities in the season we're in right now to live out the mission of God on our lives.

In this message Pastor Trenton teaches from Mark 11:12-14. We looked at the story of Jesus cursing the fig tree and learned that intimacy with Jesus produces fruitfulness for Jesus.