Packinghouse Sermon Archives
Revelation is an unveiling of Jesus—not a scare manual, but a promise of blessing to those who read, hear, and keep it. God gives the revelation to Jesus, through an angel, to John (the apostle), for the seven churches, anchoring us in grace and peace from the One who is, who was, and who is to come. John frames the Spirit (the “seven spirits”) and exalts Jesus as the faithful witness, firstborn from the dead, ruler of kings—who loved us, washed us in his blood, and made us a kingdom of priests. The passage declares his certain return: he's coming with the clouds and every eye will see him. He is the Alpha and Omega; history is not falling apart but falling into place. Our response: cling to this word, keep it close like a lantern in the dark, and fix our eyes on Jesus throughout the book. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 26, 2025
Romans 12:4-13 | Pastor Ed Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from October 26, 2025. Romans 12:4–13, in a nutshell: Paul urges humble self-assessment because God gives each believer a different “measure of faith,” like parts of one body with distinct functions. The Spirit channels grace through seven primary gifts—prophecy, service, teaching, exhortation, giving, leading, and mercy—so we should actually use them. Think of the Segovia aqueduct: it only holds together when water runs through it; likewise, the church holds together when the Spirit flows through us in service. The passage then shows what Spirit-shaped love looks like: genuine, hating evil, clinging to good, honoring others, staying zealous and prayerful, rejoicing in hope, patient in suffering, generous to the saints, and welcoming in hospitality. The big takeaway is simple: receive grace, play your God-given part, and let everyday love turn doctrine into action. - Ed Rea - Sunday, October 26, 2025
Genesis 18 | Pastor Greg Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 22, 2025. Abraham welcomes three visitors—the LORD and two angels—and God promises that Sarah (advanced in years) will bear a son; she laughs, and God asks, “Is anything too hard for the LORD?” As the angels head to Sodom, God treats Abraham as a friend, revealing His plans and shaping him to model righteousness and justice. Abraham intercedes boldly down to ten righteous, and God doesn't silence the questions. The chapter's heartbeat: ordinary hospitality becomes holy ground, honest doubt gets answered, and God's promises ripen past human possibility so their fulfillment is clearly His. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Jude:20-25 | Pastor Rick Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from October 19, 2025. Jude 20–25: Build yourselves up in the faith by staying rooted in God's Word, and pray “in the Holy Spirit” — trusting His presence to guide and empower your prayers. Keep yourselves in God's love (this isn't earning salvation; it's walking closely with the One who already saved you), eagerly waiting for Christ's mercy and eternal life. Show mercy to doubters, and urgently “snatch” others from danger while keeping yourself unstained. The letter ends in worship: God alone can keep you from stumbling and present you faultless with great joy—His is the glory, majesty, dominion, and power forever. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 19, 2025
Romans 12:1–3 | Pastor Ed Because of God's mercy, offer your whole self to Him as a “living sacrifice”—that's the only logical worship. Don't let the world press you into its mold; instead be transformed (metamorphosis) by the renewing of your mind so you can discern God's good, acceptable, and perfect will. This transformation shows up as daily dying to self and treating every task as worship. Finally, think humbly and soberly about yourself—God has given each believer grace and a measure of faith, so use yours without pride or comparison. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from October 19, 2025. - Ed Rea - Sunday, October 19, 2025
Genesis 17 | Pastor Greg Genesis 17 shows God appearing to Abram, calling him to “walk before Me and be blameless,” changing their names to Abraham and Sarah, and unilaterally establishing an everlasting covenant to be their God and give their descendants the land. The covenant's sign is circumcision (on the eighth day), and the promised heir is Isaac (“laughter”), though Ishmael is also blessed; Abraham responds in immediate obedience. The passage underscores that God's promises to Israel are irrevocable (not “replaced” by the church) and that His faithfulness to Israel anchors our assurance as believers. Overall, it highlights grace-driven covenant, humble identity, and trust that God accomplishes what He promises despite human weakness. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 15, 2025 - Greg Opean - Thursday, October 16, 2025
Jude 5–18 reminds the church that God's past judgments guarantee His future ones: Israel was rescued from Egypt yet later judged for unbelief; even angels who abandoned their proper place were held for judgment; and Sodom and Gomorrah became a standing warning for sexual rebellion. In contrast to Michael the archangel—who, when disputing with the devil, would only say “The Lord rebuke you”—these intruders are arrogant dreamers who pollute themselves, spurn authority, and slander what they don't understand. They walk the path of Cain's spite, Balaam's greed, and Korah's revolt, offering much and delivering nothing—like waterless clouds and fruitless trees. The ancient word still stands: the Lord will come to judge the ungodly for their deeds and their defiant speech. So don't be surprised by grumblers and smooth-tongued flatterers who follow their passions; remember what the apostles told you, and stay rooted in the truth you've received. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from October 12, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 12, 2025
Acts 4 | Packinghouse Greg Peter and John heal a beggar and are arrested for preaching Jesus' resurrection; before the Sanhedrin, Peter (filled with the Spirit) says the man was healed “by the name of Jesus Christ… whom you crucified, whom God raised,” declaring salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:10–12). The council, unable to deny the miracle, threatens them to be silent, but they answer they must obey God and speak what they've seen and heard, and are released. Real authority is Jesus' name and resurrection, not religious or political control; time with Jesus plus the Spirit is enough to witness; when human commands contradict Christ's commission, obey God with nonviolent courage. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from October 12, 2025. - Greg Opean - Sunday, October 12, 2025
Genesis 16 | Pastor Greg This chapter shows Abram (mid-80s) and Sarai (mid-70s) growing weary of waiting for God's promised child; Sarai urges Abram to sleep with Hagar, and Hagar conceives Ishmael—igniting jealousy, mistreatment, and years of fallout. Yet God meets Hagar in the wilderness, names her son, and reveals Himself as “the God who sees” (El Roi), showing tender care for the wounded even amid human failure. The message lands simply: believe God's love, wait on His timing, don't “help” His promise through the flesh, and remember He sees, hears, and keeps His word—even when we make a mess. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 8, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Genesis 16 | Pastor Greg This chapter shows Abram (mid-80s) and Sarai (mid-70s) growing weary of waiting for God's promised child; Sarai urges Abram to sleep with Hagar, and Hagar conceives Ishmael—igniting jealousy, mistreatment, and years of fallout. Yet God meets Hagar in the wilderness, names her son, and reveals Himself as “the God who sees” (El Roi), showing tender care for the wounded even amid human failure. The message lands simply: believe God's love, wait on His timing, don't “help” His promise through the flesh, and remember He sees, hears, and keeps His word—even when we make a mess. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 8, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Jude 1:1-4 | Pastor Rick Jude introduces himself as “a bondservant of Jesus Christ and brother of James” and calls believers who are “called, sanctified… and preserved in Jesus Christ” to “contend earnestly for the faith” because “certain men have crept in unnoticed,” twisting grace and denying Christ. The message is simple: remember who you are—called, loved, kept—and stand firm for the once-for-all gospel when false teachers quietly slip in and pervert grace. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from October 5, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 5, 2025
Romans 11 | Pastor Ed In this sermon Pastor Ed walks through Romans 11. He Explains what grafting a plant means and how Israel (Jews, beginning with Abraham) are the root and how everyone else in the church are (gentiles) grafted into the root by Grace. Paul unveils a “mystery”: a partial hardening on Israel lasts until the fullness of the Gentiles comes in; then “all Israel will be saved” (vs. 26) Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from October 5, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 5, 2025
Jude 1:1-4 | Pastor Rick Jude introduces himself as “a bondservant of Jesus Christ and brother of James” and calls believers who are “called, sanctified… and preserved in Jesus Christ” to “contend earnestly for the faith” because “certain men have crept in unnoticed,” twisting grace and denying Christ. The message is simple: remember who you are—called, loved, kept—and stand firm for the once-for-all gospel when false teachers quietly slip in and pervert grace. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from October 5, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 5, 2025
Romans 11 | Pastor Ed In this sermon Pastor Ed walks through Romans 11. He Explains what grafting a plant means and how Israel (Jews, beginning with Abraham) are the root and how everyone else in the church are (gentiles) grafted into the root by Grace. Paul unveils a “mystery”: a partial hardening on Israel lasts until the fullness of the Gentiles comes in; then “all Israel will be saved” (vs. 26) Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from October 5, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, October 5, 2025
Genesis 15 | Pastor Greg After rescuing Lot and refusing the king of Sodom, Abram is anxious. God appears and says, “Don't be afraid. I am your shield and your great reward.” Abram asks about an heir; God promises a son from his own body and points to the stars—Abram believes, and God counts it as righteousness. God then makes an unconditional covenant: Abram falls into a deep sleep while God alone passes between the pieces, also foretelling Israel's 400 years in Egypt and their return to the promised land. This chapter teaches us that God meets our fears with promises, credits righteousness to simple faith—not performance—and keeps His covenant by His own power. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 1, 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, October 1, 2025
Genesis 15 | Pastor Greg After rescuing Lot and refusing the king of Sodom, Abram is anxious. God appears and says, “Don't be afraid. I am your shield and your great reward.” Abram asks about an heir; God promises a son from his own body and points to the stars—Abram believes, and God counts it as righteousness. God then makes an unconditional covenant: Abram falls into a deep sleep while God alone passes between the pieces, also foretelling Israel's 400 years in Egypt and their return to the promised land. This chapter teaches us that God meets our fears with promises, credits righteousness to simple faith—not performance—and keeps His covenant by His own power. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from October 1, 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, October 1, 2025
2 Peter 3:10-18 | Pastor Rick Peter says the Day of the Lord will come like a thief as the present heavens and earth pass away by fire, so we should live holy, godly lives while we wait for the new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells. God's “delay” is mercy—count His patience as salvation—and don't let unstable people twist Scripture. Instead, stand firm, guard your soul, and keep growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 28, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Monday, September 29, 2025
Romans 11:1-15 | Pastor Ed Paul asks if God has rejected Israel; answer: certainly not. Like in Elijah's day, God has kept a remnant—today there are Jewish believers chosen by grace, not works—while many are presently hardened, and Gentile salvation is meant to stir Israel to jealousy. Drawing on Romans 11 and Psalm 94:14, he says God has not cast off Israel but preserves a Jewish remnant and plan—Gentile salvation is to provoke Israel to jealousy, not replace them. Through these scriptures we learn that God keeps His promises, salvation is by grace, God loves the Jewish people, and He pursues our hearts—so respond to Him. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 28, 2025. - Ed Rea - Monday, September 29, 2025
2 Peter 3:10-18 | Pastor Rick Peter says the Day of the Lord will come like a thief as the present heavens and earth pass away by fire, so we should live holy, godly lives while we wait for the new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells. God's “delay” is mercy—count His patience as salvation—and don't let unstable people twist Scripture. Instead, stand firm, guard your soul, and keep growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 28, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Monday, September 29, 2025
Romans 11:1-15 | Pastor Ed Paul asks if God has rejected Israel; answer: certainly not. Like in Elijah's day, God has kept a remnant—today there are Jewish believers chosen by grace, not works—while many are presently hardened, and Gentile salvation is meant to stir Israel to jealousy. Drawing on Romans 11 and Psalm 94:14, he says God has not cast off Israel but preserves a Jewish remnant and plan—Gentile salvation is to provoke Israel to jealousy, not replace them. Through these scriptures we learn that God keeps His promises, salvation is by grace, God loves the Jewish people, and He pursues our hearts—so respond to Him. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 28, 2025. - Ed Rea - Monday, September 29, 2025
Genesis 14 | Pastor Greg Genesis 14 in a nutshell: invading kings sack Sodom and capture Lot; Abram mobilizes 318 men, defeats them by night, and brings everyone and everything back. On the way home he meets Melchizedek (king of Salem, priest of God Most High), who brings bread and wine and blesses him; Abram gives a tenth and then refuses the king of Sodom's offer. We can learn from this situation: trust God's provision, avoid compromising deals, and see Melchizedek as a pointer to Jesus, our greater High Priest. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 24, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Genesis 14 | Pastor Greg Genesis 14 in a nutshell: invading kings sack Sodom and capture Lot; Abram mobilizes 318 men, defeats them by night, and brings everyone and everything back. On the way home he meets Melchizedek (king of Salem, priest of God Most High), who brings bread and wine and blesses him; Abram gives a tenth and then refuses the king of Sodom's offer. We can learn from this situation: trust God's provision, avoid compromising deals, and see Melchizedek as a pointer to Jesus, our greater High Priest. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 24, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 24, 2025
2 Peter 3:1-9 | Pastor Rick Peter urges us to fix our minds on God's promises as scoffers mock Jesus' return. God isn't slow—He's patient, giving people time to repent (change their minds) because He wants none to perish. From creation to the flood, God has acted and will act again; judgment is coming, and so is a new heavens and new earth. Anchor your hope in Jesus, live ready, and let Scripture shape your expectations. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 21, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, September 21, 2025
Acts 3:12-26 | Pastor Greg Acts 3 At the temple, Peter tells a man who can't walk to stand up “in the name of Jesus,” and God heals him through Jesus' power. A crowd gathers, and Peter explains that Jesus is the promised Savior and that faith in Jesus' name made the man strong. He urges everyone to turn to God so their sins are wiped away and “times of refreshing”—seasons of renewal and relief that God gives when we turn to Jesus—begin. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 22, 2025. - Greg Opean - Sunday, September 21, 2025
2 Peter 3:1-9 | Pastor Rick Peter urges us to fix our minds on God's promises as scoffers mock Jesus' return. God isn't slow—He's patient, giving people time to repent (change their minds) because He wants none to perish. From creation to the flood, God has acted and will act again; judgment is coming, and so is a new heavens and new earth. Anchor your hope in Jesus, live ready, and let Scripture shape your expectations. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 21, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, September 21, 2025
Acts 3:12-26 | Pastor Greg Acts 3 At the temple, Peter tells a man who can't walk to stand up “in the name of Jesus,” and God heals him through Jesus' power. A crowd gathers, and Peter explains that Jesus is the promised Savior and that faith in Jesus' name made the man strong. He urges everyone to turn to God so their sins are wiped away and “times of refreshing”—seasons of renewal and relief that God gives when we turn to Jesus—begin. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 22, 2025. - Greg Opean - Sunday, September 21, 2025
Genesis 13 | Pastor Greg After Abram returns from Egypt, he goes back to the altar between Bethel and Ai. When strife breaks out with Lot, Abram chooses peace and trust—letting Lot take first pick—while Lot chooses the well-watered plain toward Sodom. God then lifts Abram's eyes and reaffirms the promise of the land and countless descendants. A short call to live by faith, not sight: surrender, peacemaking, and worship. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 17, 2025. - Greg Opean - Thursday, September 18, 2025
Genesis 13 | Pastor Greg After Abram returns from Egypt, he goes back to the altar between Bethel and Ai. When strife breaks out with Lot, Abram chooses peace and trust—letting Lot take first pick—while Lot chooses the well-watered plain toward Sodom. God then lifts Abram's eyes and reaffirms the promise of the land and countless descendants. A short call to live by faith, not sight: surrender, peacemaking, and worship. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 17, 2025. - Greg Opean - Thursday, September 18, 2025
Acts 3 | Pastor Greg In this message from Acts 3, we follow Peter and John to the temple at the hour of prayer and witness the healing of a man lame from birth at the Beautiful Gate—done in the authority of Jesus, not human power or hype. Pastor unpacks the difference between the Spirit's sovereign manifestations “as He wills” and our ongoing call to “pursue love” (1 Cor. 12–14), and re-centers the church on its four pillars from Acts 2:42: the apostles' teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. The takeaway is humble and practical: refuse the spotlight, point to Christ, and stay open to how God may use you—one person at a time. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 14. - Greg Opean - Monday, September 15, 2025
2 Peter 2:2-22 | Pastor Rick In this Sunday Night in the Café message (2 Peter 2:11–22), Pastor Rick warns that false teachers often arise inside the church looking convincing but proving empty. Promising “freedom” while enslaved to corruption themselves. Using Peter's vivid images (wells without water, clouds without rain), he calls us to discernment: be people who measure every claim by Scripture, test the spirits, and watch for wolves in sheep's clothing. Stay close to Jesus and His Word, rely on the Holy Spirit for wisdom, refuse manipulative hype, and help new believers find solid ground in the truth. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 14, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Monday, September 15, 2025
Acts 3 | Pastor Greg In this message from Acts 3, we follow Peter and John to the temple at the hour of prayer and witness the healing of a man lame from birth at the Beautiful Gate—done in the authority of Jesus, not human power or hype. Pastor unpacks the difference between the Spirit's sovereign manifestations “as He wills” and our ongoing call to “pursue love” (1 Cor. 12–14), and re-centers the church on its four pillars from Acts 2:42: the apostles' teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. The takeaway is humble and practical: refuse the spotlight, point to Christ, and stay open to how God may use you—one person at a time. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 14. - Greg Opean - Monday, September 15, 2025
2 Peter 2:2-22 | Pastor Rick In this Sunday Night in the Café message (2 Peter 2:11–22), Pastor Rick warns that false teachers often arise inside the church looking convincing but proving empty. Promising “freedom” while enslaved to corruption themselves. Using Peter's vivid images (wells without water, clouds without rain), he calls us to discernment: be people who measure every claim by Scripture, test the spirits, and watch for wolves in sheep's clothing. Stay close to Jesus and His Word, rely on the Holy Spirit for wisdom, refuse manipulative hype, and help new believers find solid ground in the truth. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 14, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Monday, September 15, 2025
Genesis 12 | Pastor Greg This teaching turns to Genesis 12. God's call of Abram, His promise to bless all nations through him, and the reminder that being “chosen” means being brought near to know God and make Him known. We see Abram's delayed obedience in Haran, his altars at Shechem and between Bethel (“house of God”) and Ai (“heap of ruins”)—a vivid picture of where believers live now, between what we've left and where we're headed. A famine prompts a fearful detour to Egypt, where Abram's deception about Sarai brings painful consequences, yet God preserves His promise and protects Sarai. The takeaway: in a tense cultural moment and in personal uncertainty, cling to God's Word, resist fear, walk in grace toward the lost, and trust the God who keeps His promises. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 10, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Genesis 11| Pastor Greg This message begins in Genesis 11, where humanity—speaking one language—settles to build a city and a tower “to make a name” and avoid scattering; defying God's command to fill the earth. God comes down, confuses their language, and scatters them; this is both judgment and mercy, slowing united rebellion and still accomplishing His plan. Babel/Babylon is shown as a biblical picture of man-centered religion and power, with a brief caution that modern tech and shared language can serve either pride or good. The chapter's genealogy then narrows from Shem to Abram, setting up Genesis 12: God calls Abram out and promises to bless all families through him. The main point: God brings down human pride and establishes His own way to bless the world. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 3, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Genesis 12 | Pastor Greg This teaching turns to Genesis 12. God's call of Abram, His promise to bless all nations through him, and the reminder that being “chosen” means being brought near to know God and make Him known. We see Abram's delayed obedience in Haran, his altars at Shechem and between Bethel (“house of God”) and Ai (“heap of ruins”)—a vivid picture of where believers live now, between what we've left and where we're headed. A famine prompts a fearful detour to Egypt, where Abram's deception about Sarai brings painful consequences, yet God preserves His promise and protects Sarai. The takeaway: in a tense cultural moment and in personal uncertainty, cling to God's Word, resist fear, walk in grace toward the lost, and trust the God who keeps His promises. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 10, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Genesis 11| Pastor Greg This message begins in Genesis 11, where humanity—speaking one language—settles to build a city and a tower “to make a name” and avoid scattering; defying God's command to fill the earth. God comes down, confuses their language, and scatters them; this is both judgment and mercy, slowing united rebellion and still accomplishing His plan. Babel/Babylon is shown as a biblical picture of man-centered religion and power, with a brief caution that modern tech and shared language can serve either pride or good. The chapter's genealogy then narrows from Shem to Abram, setting up Genesis 12: God calls Abram out and promises to bless all families through him. The main point: God brings down human pride and establishes His own way to bless the world. Packinghouse's Wednesday night worship service from September 3, 2025. - Greg Opean - Wednesday, September 3, 2025
In 2 Peter 2:1–10, Peter warns that false teachers will slip into the church, smuggling in destructive ideas that twist the truth, excuse immorality, and exploit people for money. Their impact can be big, but God's justice isn't sleeping—He judged fallen angels, the world in Noah's day, and Sodom and Gomorrah, and He also rescued Noah and Lot. The point: judgment delayed is not judgment denied, and God knows how to protect His people. So stay grounded in Scripture, learn to spot counterfeits, refuse the pull of the flesh, and trust the Lord to keep you while He deals with those who won't turn back. Packinghouse's Sunday evening worship service from September 7, 2025. - Rick Cornejo - Sunday, September 7, 2025
In Philippians 1:1–11, Paul (writing from prison) calls himself and Timothy “bondservants” of Jesus, thanks God every time he remembers the church, and trusts that the God who started His work in them will finish it. He says they are in his heart and prays that their love will grow with real knowledge and discernment, so they choose what is excellent and live sincere, blameless lives filled with Jesus' righteousness. The simple takeaway: belonging to Jesus shapes how we think, feel, and pray—turn memories into thanks, hold people in your heart, and pray this prayer for one another, trusting God to complete His work. Packinghouse's Sunday morning worship service from September 7, 2025. - Sunday, September 7, 2025
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