Packinghouse Sermon Archives
1 Peter 4:7–11 | Pastor Rick Living with the End in Sight: Love, Serve, and Glorify God In this message from 1 Peter 4, Pastor Rick calls us to live intentionally in light of eternity. Peter's instructions to the early church — to pray seriously, love one another deeply, and serve with our God-given gifts — are just as vital for us today. Pastor Rick reminds us that real ministry happens when God's resources flow through loving people to meet real needs, all for His glory. We're encouraged to forgive, to be hospitable without grumbling, and to steward the unique gifts God has given each of us. As we stay anchored in prayer and pour out His love to others, God is glorified and His kingdom is built through our lives. - Rick Cornejo - Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Romans 8:12–27 | Pastor Ed Adopted In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Ed unpacks the incredible reality of our adoption as sons and daughters of God. We are no longer slaves to fear, but can now cry out, Abba, Father, knowing we are fully accepted and deeply loved. Pastor Ed explores what it means to live led by the Spirit, to put to death the deeds of the flesh, and to walk in the new life God gives us. He reminds us that all creation is groaning for redemption, and we too groan as we eagerly wait for our new, glorified bodies. - Ed Rea - Monday, July 14, 2025
The Fall and the Love That Calls Us Out In this deep study of Genesis 3, Pastor Rick unpacks the story of humanity's fall — the original “Breaking Bad” moment in Scripture. We see how sin shattered the innocence of Adam and Eve, introduced shame and blame, and brought deep brokenness into every part of life and relationships. But even in the middle of judgment, God's grace shines. Pastor Rick highlights God's immediate plan of redemption through the promised seed — a prophecy of Jesus, who would crush the serpent's head and set us free. We are invited to come out of hiding, lay down our shame and self-made coverings, and receive God's love and forgiveness. Instead of judging others and ourselves, we are called to rest in the finished work of Christ and walk in His grace. - Greg Opean - Monday, July 14, 2025
1 Peter 4:1–11| Pastor Rick Living for God's Will In this teaching from 1 Peter 4, Pastor Rick challenges us to live the rest of our lives with eternity in mind, no longer for human desires but for the will of God. Through Christ's suffering, we see His unwavering love and purpose — a mindset we're called to adopt. Pastor Rick encourages us to arm ourselves with this same attitude, choosing to live for Jesus even when it means being misunderstood or facing hardship. He reminds us that our time is limited and precious — like a daily deposit we can't save up — and urges us to invest it in what truly matters: God's will and His people. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, July 6, 2025
Romans 8:1–11 | Pastor Ed No Condemnation In this powerful study from Romans 8, Pastor Ed unpacks one of the most freeing truths in Scripture: there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. We learn that through Jesus, we are justified (“just as if we'd never sinned”), sanctified (set apart and changed over time), and one day glorified—given new resurrection bodies. Pastor Ed explains how walking in the Spirit, rather than the flesh, brings true freedom and life. The Holy Spirit empowers us to live the life God designed for us, changing our desires and giving us the strength to love God and others. - Ed Rea - Sunday, July 6, 2025
Genesis 3:1-15 | Pastor Greg The Beginning of Everything—and the Lie In this deep dive into Genesis chapters 2 and 3, Pastor Greg explores the beauty and innocence of creation—and the devastating moment everything changed. We see God's design for marriage, the oneness and trust between Adam and Eve, and the unbroken fellowship they shared with God. But into that perfect garden entered the serpent, bringing the lie that God could not be trusted. Pastor Greg unpacks what it meant for Adam and Eve to “eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil,” the subtlety of the enemy's deception, and the tragic birth of shame and hiding. Yet even in the moment of humanity's fall, God immediately begins to reveal His plan to redeem and restore through Jesus Christ—the One who would crush the serpent's head. This teaching invites us to come out of hiding, trust in God's love, and find true freedom in Christ. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, July 2, 2025
1 Peter 3:18–22 | Pastor Rick Christ Suffered, Christ Substituted, Christ Saved In this encouraging message from 1 Peter 3:18–22, Pastor Rick unpacks a powerful, concise verse that captures the heart of the gospel: “Christ suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God.” We see Christ's suffering, His substitution for us, and His saving work — all accomplished through His death and resurrection. Pastor Rick also addresses the debated passage about Jesus preaching to the spirits in prison, reminding us that no matter the details, Christ is always victorious, even in death and in the darkest places. This passage highlights God's patience, our need for grace, and the power of Christ's resurrection. Baptism is explored as an outward declaration of an inward transformation, not what saves us but what boldly displays our faith. Above all, we're reminded that Jesus is not distant from our suffering — He reigns, He is with us, and He draws us toward Him in every season. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from June 29, 2025 - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, June 29, 2025
Acts 1:8–26 | Pastor Greg Just Wait? In this message from Acts 1:12–26, Pastor Greg unpacks the importance of waiting on God rather than moving ahead in our own strength. After Jesus' resurrection and before the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the disciples were given a simple command: wait. But as Pastor Greg highlights, Peter, ever impulsive, took matters into his own hands by leading the group to choose a twelfth apostle by casting lots. Through Peter's example, we see our own temptation to “help God out” instead of trusting His timing. The message contrasts the patience God calls us to with our tendency to act in haste and force outcomes. Pastor Greg explores the idea that true spiritual power and direction come not from our plans but through the empowering of the Holy Spirit. To trust that: God is good. He knows what He's doing. He is always right on time. - Greg Opean - Sunday, June 29, 2025
Genesis 2:19–25 | Pastor Greg Designed for Relationship In this final section of Genesis 2, Pastor Greg unpacks God's design for humanity through the lens of relationship, vocation, and worship. As the account of creation narrows from a cosmic view to the garden of Eden, we're reminded that God made humans as body, soul, and spirit — uniquely set apart from the animal kingdom with the capacity to know and connect with Him. Pastor Greg explores how God placed Adam in the garden with a calling to both steward creation and guard the center — a place of worship where God's presence and authority belong. God's command not to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil wasn't arbitrary; it was a boundary for trust and dependence. Then, in a moment of divine compassion and purpose, God creates Eve — not from Adam's head or feet, but from his side — signifying partnership, equality, and mutual purpose. This passage lays the foundation for marriage and relational wholeness: two complementary people, bearing the image of God together. Even before sin entered the world, we see that waiting, longing, and work were part of God's good design — each pointing toward a deeper fulfillment in Him. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, June 25, 2025
1 Peter 3:13–17 | Pastor Rick The Courage to Stand Pastor Rick continues through 1 Peter as we are reminded that following Christ does not guarantee a life free of suffering. Instead, believers are called to sanctify Christ as Lord in their hearts, anchoring their hope in Him even when facing fear, persecution, or opposition. The early church faced intense trials under Nero's reign, yet Peter encourages them — and us — to live with confidence, knowing that God sees, blesses, and strengthens those who suffer for doing good. As we set Christ apart in our hearts, we are called to be ready to gently and respectfully share the hope we have with others. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from June 22, 2025. - Rick - Sunday, June 22, 2025
Romans 7:9–25 | Pastor Ed What I Will To Do, That I Do Not In Romans 7, Pastor Ed walks through Paul's deeply personal reflection on the inner battle every believer faces. Paul describes how the law, while holy and good, exposes our sinful nature and reveals our inability to overcome sin by our own strength. Even with the desire to do right, believers often find themselves trapped by the weakness of the flesh. Pastor Ed illustrates this daily struggle with temptation and the insufficiency of willpower alone. The chapter closes with Paul's cry of frustration—“Who will deliver me from this body of death?”—immediately answered by the hope found in Jesus Christ. Victory comes not through self-effort, but through the grace and power of Christ working in us. - Ed Rea - Sunday, June 22, 2025
Genesis 2:1–15 | Pastor Greg The Design of Rest and Relationship In Genesis 2, Pastor Greg explores God's intentional design for both creation and humanity. While Genesis 1 gives the chronology of creation, chapter 2 shifts focus to humanity as the crown of God's work. God establishes the pattern of work and rest, not because He needs rest, but to model a rhythm for our flourishing. Pastor Greg also unpacks the distinction between mankind and animals, highlighting that while both have souls (nefesh), only humans were uniquely given the "breath of life" — a spiritual connection to God. As God forms Adam and places him in the garden, we see God's calling for humanity: stewardship of both the animal kingdom and the environment. The passage closes with God's creation of Eve as a "helper comparable" to Adam—equal but distinct, designed for unity through complementary differences. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Romans | Pastor Ed Whose Slave Are You? In this message from Romans 6–7, Pastor Ed unpacks the radical transformation that happens when we surrender to Jesus: we are no longer slaves to sin, but slaves to righteousness. Paul challenges us to consider who we're truly obeying—and reminds us that following Christ isn't about religious rule-keeping, but a new way of living empowered by grace. This passage shows the difference between justification and sanctification, the struggle with our old nature, and the freedom found in becoming a “slave to rightness.” The gospel doesn't just forgive us—it reshapes our desires from the inside out. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from June 15, 2025. - Ed Rea - Monday, June 16, 2025
Genesis 1:6-25 | Pastor Greg Created to know the Creator In this message from Genesis 1, Pastor Greg reminds us that while the age of the earth is an interesting topic, it's not the point of the passage—or of our faith. Whether someone leans young earth or old earth, the essential truth remains the same: God created everything, and our salvation rests in Jesus Christ. Greg explores how Scripture and nature both declare God's glory, and why we should approach non-essential issues with humility and grace. The focus isn't on debating theories—it's on knowing the Creator and trusting His Word. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from June 04, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, June 4, 2025
1 Peter 3:1-12 | Pastor Rick God's Blueprint for Marriage In this message from 1 Peter 3:1–7, Pastor Rick unpacks one of the most challenging and misunderstood topics in the Bible: submission in marriage. With humor, honesty, and biblical clarity, he walks through God's design for husbands and wives—not as a hierarchy of control, but as a partnership of mutual honor rooted in Christ. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and even surprising statistics, Pastor Rick challenges both men and women to embrace their roles not for dominance, but for discipleship. In a world where marriage is often broken, God offers a blueprint for restoration—and it starts with surrender to His Word. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from June 1, 2025. - Rick - Sunday, June 1, 2025
Sanctification - God's Not Through With You Yet Romans 6 confronts a crucial question: if grace abounds where sin increases, should we keep sinning? Paul's answer is a resounding no. In this message, Pastor Ed unpacks what it means to be united with Christ—dead to sin and raised to walk in newness of life. Through the imagery of baptism, he shows that sanctification is a lifelong process: we're no longer comfortable in sin because we've been changed. We may still stumble, but we are not the same. God's grace not only forgives, it transforms. And even when we feel like we've failed, we can say with confidence: “God is not through with me yet.” Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from June 1, 2025. - Ed Rea - Sunday, June 1, 2025
Genesis 1 – Pastor Greg Intro to Genesis: Creation In this introductory message on the book of Genesis, Pastor Greg Opean invites us to approach the creation account with humility, curiosity, and reverence. He explores various theories—young earth, old earth, gap theory, day-age theory—and challenges us to search the Scriptures and examine nature without fear. And to be open to changing our model of how we interpret the story of creation, based on what scripture says. This message reminds us that the goal isn't certainty in the nonessentials, but trust in the God who created all things. Genesis 1 is not a battleground—it's a starting point for wonder, worship, and deeper faith. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from May 28, 2025 - Greg Opean - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Romans 5 – Pastor Ed Rea Grace Abounds On this Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Ed walks us through Romans 5, a powerful chapter that reveals the depth of God's love and the transformation He offers. While we were still sinners—ungodly and helpless—Christ died for us. This message draws a bold contrast between Adam, whose sin brought death to all, and Jesus, whose obedience brings eternal life to those who believe. With clarity and compassion, Pastor Ed explains that salvation is not earned but received—a free gift of grace. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from May 25, 2025. - Ed Rea - Sunday, May 25, 2025
Malachi 4 – Pastor Greg Opean The Final Word: From Curse to Healing After 18 years of ministry at Packinghouse, Pastor Greg finishes teaching through the entire Old Testament with a powerful message from Malachi 4. In this closing chapter, God promises a day of judgment for the wicked—those who exploit the vulnerable—and a day of healing for those who fear His name. Pastor Greg reminds us that while the Old Testament ends with a warning of a curse, it also points to the hope and healing that comes through Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness. This is a message of conviction, encouragement, and the transforming grace of God. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from May 21, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Malachi 4 – Pastor Greg Opean The Final Word: From Curse to Healing After 18 years of ministry at Packinghouse, Pastor Greg finishes teaching through the entire Old Testament with a powerful message from Malachi 4. In this closing chapter, God promises a day of judgment for the wicked—those who exploit the vulnerable—and a day of healing for those who fear His name. Pastor Greg reminds us that while the Old Testament ends with a warning of a curse, it also points to the hope and healing that comes through Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness. This is a message of conviction, encouragement, and the transforming grace of God. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from May 21, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, May 21, 2025
How should Christians live in a world that's not their home? In this message from 1 Peter 2:11–17, Pastor Rick unpacks what it means to live honorably as pilgrims and sojourners—citizens of heaven navigating a broken world. We're called to resist sinful desires, do good, and even submit to authority—not because leaders are always right, but because doing so honors God and reflects our true identity. In a culture that watches closely, our conduct speaks volumes. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, May 18, 2025
After the resurrection, two disciples walked away from Jerusalem discouraged and disillusioned—until Jesus Himself drew near. In this message, Pastor Greg teaches from Luke 24 and shows how Jesus gently exposed their misplaced expectations, opened the Scriptures, and restored their faith. When our minds are renewed by the truth of God's Word, our hearts begin to burn again with hope. The risen Christ is not just the proof of new life—He is the beginning of the new creation. - Greg Opean - Sunday, May 18, 2025
How should Christians live in a world that's not their home? In this message from 1 Peter 2:11–17, Pastor Rick unpacks what it means to live honorably as pilgrims and sojourners—citizens of heaven navigating a broken world. We're called to resist sinful desires, do good, and even submit to authority—not because leaders are always right, but because doing so honors God and reflects our true identity. In a culture that watches closely, our conduct speaks volumes. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, May 18, 2025
After the resurrection, two disciples walked away from Jerusalem discouraged and disillusioned—until Jesus Himself drew near. In this message, Pastor Greg teaches from Luke 24 and shows how Jesus gently exposed their misplaced expectations, opened the Scriptures, and restored their faith. When our minds are renewed by the truth of God's Word, our hearts begin to burn again with hope. The risen Christ is not just the proof of new life—He is the beginning of the new creation. - Greg Opean - Sunday, May 18, 2025
Guest Speaker: Attila Nyari Rooted in Love: Learning from the Life of Saul" In this powerful midweek message, Hungarian pastor and ministry leader Attila Nyari shares his journey from legalism to grace and unpacks a message from Ephesians 3 and the life of King Saul. With vulnerability and insight, Attila contrasts Saul's insecurity and self-doubt with David's unshakable confidence in God's love. Discover what it means to be rooted and grounded in love, how insecurity can keep us from receiving God's grace, and how secure identity in Christ transforms everything. You are God's beloved—let that truth shape how you live. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from May 14, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Attila Nyari - Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Guest Speaker: Attila Nyari Rooted in Love: Learning from the Life of Saul" In this powerful midweek message, Hungarian pastor and ministry leader Attila Nyari shares his journey from legalism to grace and unpacks a message from Ephesians 3 and the life of King Saul. With vulnerability and insight, Attila contrasts Saul's insecurity and self-doubt with David's unshakable confidence in God's love. Discover what it means to be rooted and grounded in love, how insecurity can keep us from receiving God's grace, and how secure identity in Christ transforms everything. You are God's beloved—let that truth shape how you live. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from May 14, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Attila Nyari - Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Pastor Ed Rea Romans 5:1-6 | The Love of God In this encouraging message from Romans 5, Pastor Ed walks us through the remarkable benefits of being justified by faith—peace with God, access to His grace, and a living hope that does not disappoint. Whether you're facing trials, wrestling with doubt, or just need to be reminded of God's unwavering love, this passage speaks directly to the heart. Through Jesus, we are welcomed, forgiven, and assured of a glorious future. Join us as we rejoice in what Christ has already done—and in the unshakable hope we have because of Him. Outline 1) Peace, Access and Hope: verses 1-2 2) Rejoicing in Tribulation, Perseverance, Hope: verses 3-4 3) Love of God: verses 5-6 Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from May 11, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Ed Rea - Sunday, May 11, 2025
Pastor Ed Rea Romans 5:1-6 | The Love of God In this encouraging message from Romans 5, Pastor Ed walks us through the remarkable benefits of being justified by faith—peace with God, access to His grace, and a living hope that does not disappoint. Whether you're facing trials, wrestling with doubt, or just need to be reminded of God's unwavering love, this passage speaks directly to the heart. Through Jesus, we are welcomed, forgiven, and assured of a glorious future. Join us as we rejoice in what Christ has already done—and in the unshakable hope we have because of Him. Outline 1) Peace, Access and Hope: verses 1-2 2) Rejoicing in Tribulation, Perseverance, Hope: verses 3-4 3) Love of God: verses 5-6 Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from May 11, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Ed Rea - Sunday, May 11, 2025
1 Peter 1:22-2:3 | Rick Cornejo Born Again Through the Word | 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 The Word of God is alive, enduring, and essential for new life. In this study from 1 Peter 1:22–2:3, Pastor Rick unpacks what it means to be born again through the incorruptible Word, and how this transformation calls us to love deeply, grow spiritually, and lay aside the things that once held us back. God's Word doesn't expire—it's the foundation for lasting change. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from May 4, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, May 4, 2025
Guest Speaker: Brian Bell Mark 5:1-20 Freedom for the Bent and Broken Guest speaker Pastor Brian Bell walks us through the dramatic encounter between Jesus and the demon-possessed man in Mark 5. More than a story of spiritual deliverance, it's a reminder of the hope and healing Jesus brings to every soul turned inward in pain or isolation. No one is too far gone. Whether in chains, tombs, or self-focus, Jesus reaches, restores, and sends us out to tell of His mercy. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from May 4, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Guest Speaker: Brian Bell - Sunday, May 4, 2025
“Everything You Need” — 2 Peter 1:1–11 Sometimes life—and faith—get cluttered. In this message, Pastor Chris from Steadfast Church reminds us that God has already given us everything we need for life and godliness. Teaching through 2 Peter 1, he reflects on clearing spiritual clutter, living with integrity, and knowing Jesus more deeply day by day. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from April 30, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Chris Fik - Wednesday, April 30, 2025
1 Peter 1:13-22 | Pastor Rick Cornejo The Precious Blood of Our Spotless Lamb | 1 Peter 1:13-22 In this study of 1 Peter 1:13–21, we're reminded that knowing Christ has come — and is coming again — should shape the way we live. Peter calls us to prepare our minds, rest our hope fully on God's grace, and walk in holiness, not out of legalism, but because we belong to a holy Father who loves us. We are redeemed not with silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, our spotless Lamb. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from April 27, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, April 27, 2025
uke 24 | Pastor Greg Opean Hope Restored on the Road to Emmaus After the crucifixion, two disciples walk home overwhelmed by sadness and lost hope. In this study of Luke 24, Pastor Greg shows how Jesus draws near to those who feel disappointed, confused, or abandoned. Through the Scriptures, Jesus restores their faith—not by offering an emotional experience, but by rooting them in the unchanging Word of God. Whether you're facing grief, unmet expectations, or spiritual confusion, this chapter reminds us: Jesus seeks us out, reveals Himself to us, and brings us back to lasting hope. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from April 27, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Greg Opean - Sunday, April 27, 2025
Malachi 3 | Pastor Greg Opean The Refiner's Fire and God's Unchanging Love In this study, Pastor Greg walks us through Malachi 3—a powerful chapter marking God's final words before 400 years of silence. We're reminded that Jesus is the fulfillment of all Old Testament prophecy, and that His refining work in our lives is not to destroy, but to purify, cleanse, and restore us. He loves us deeply—flaws and all—and His refining fire brings out the reflection of Christ in us. We're also challenged to trust God with our resources, our trials, and our transformation. In the middle of correction, discomfort, or discouragement, God's call remains the same: “Return to Me, and I will return to you.” Whether you're in a season of fire or laughter, this chapter reminds us that we are His jewels—and He's not done with us yet. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from April 23, 2025. Follow us: Website: http://packinghouseredlands.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepackinghousechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Packinghouse-Church-188323882191/ - Greg Opean - Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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