PEACE CHURCH SERMONS

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Send us a Text Message.Luke 23:39-43

Send us a Text Message.On August 18, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis delivered a sermon based on John 5:9-14 as part of the "It Had To Be Said" series. He highlighted Jesus' mission to redeem and restore humanity, contrasting it with the legalistic self-righteousness that often prevails in religious practices. Pastor Aaron urged the congregation to prioritize the principles of faith over rigid methods, emphasizing that true holiness comes from inward transformation, not outward conformity. He also warned against managing sin superficially and encouraged embracing the healing and freedom that Jesus offers. The sermon concluded with a call to fight sin through the power of the Gospel and to align with Jesus' mission of redemption.

Send us a Text Message.On August 18, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel delivered a powerful message from Luke 23:34, focusing on Jesus' profound words from the cross: "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." Pastor Ryan emphasized the transformative power of these words, which reveal Jesus' deep love and commitment even in the face of unimaginable suffering. He shared how these words cut through the noise of our world, challenging us to understand the true nature of forgiveness, prayer, and salvation. Jesus' prayer on the cross serves as the ultimate example of intercessory prayer, demonstrating His ongoing love and intercession for us even now. Pastor Ryan encouraged the congregation to reflect on the depth of Jesus' sacrifice and to respond with gratitude and worship.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions  Sermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On August 11, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis preached on John 5:1-18, highlighting Jesus' divine authority and compassion. In this passage, Jesus heals a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years, showcasing His power through His word and His deep concern for the broken. Pastor Aaron emphasized that Jesus' miracles not only reveal His identity as the Son of God but also invite us to recognize our own brokenness and need for spiritual healing. The sermon encouraged believers to trust in Jesus' ability to make them whole, both physically and spiritually.

Send us a Text Message.On August 11, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger continued the sermon series "It Had to Be Said" with a message based on John 2:13-22. In this passage, Jesus clears the temple, demonstrating His authority and zeal for the sanctity of His Father's house. Pastor Jon highlighted that Jesus, as the Lion of Judah, exhibited righteous anger against the commercialization of the sacred space, reminding us that our lives, too, should reflect holy zeal and purity. Moreover, Jesus is revealed as both the ultimate temple where God dwells and the sacrificial Lamb who takes away the sins of the world. The sermon challenged believers to examine the zeal in their own hearts and to embrace both the meekness and fierceness of Christ in their walk of faith.Sermon Discussion Questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon Transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.In this sermon from August 4, 2024, Pastor Mitchell Leach explores the question, "Can Christians participate in culture without worshiping it?" using Mark 12:12-16 as a foundational text. He opens with an analogy of the different ways copper and iron react to the elements: one becomes stronger, while the other corrodes. He uses this analogy to illustrate the ways Christians might engage with culture—either being strengthened by it or corrupted by it. Jesus's response to the Pharisees and Herodians, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's," serves as a guide for balancing cultural participation without compromising one's faith. Pastor Mitchell emphasizes that while culture can be sinful, it also presents opportunities for Christians to influence and transform it. He challenges the congregation to engage thoughtfully and faithfully in their communities, seeking to bring about positive change through the teachings of Christ. This message underscores the biblical command to live within society, contributing to its welfare while maintaining spiritual integrity.

Send us a Text Message.On July 28, 2024, Pastor Nate Harney delivered a sermon in the series "It Had To Be Said," focusing on John 3:16-21. Pastor Nate underscored the importance of living out the fundamental truths we know and believe. He used relatable examples to illustrate how we often know what is right but struggle to live it out consistently. He emphasized three key daily reminders from the passage: God loves you, God saves you if you put your faith in Him, and you can come to Jesus every day. Pastor Nate highlighted how God's love, demonstrated through the sacrifice of His only Son, is the foundation of our faith and a truth we must live by daily. He also explained that Jesus came not to condemn but to save us from our already condemned state due to sin. Lastly, he encouraged believers to continually walk in the light of Jesus, avoiding the temptation to hide in darkness. Through these reminders, Pastor Nate urged the congregation to transform their daily lives by living in the light of God's love and salvation.

Send us a Text Message.On July 28, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon in the series "It Had To Be Said," focusing on Matthew 18:1-6. Pastor Jon explained that Jesus calls His disciples to become like children, to receive children, and to protect children. He elaborated that this refers to literal children as well as all believers, who are God's children.He highlighted the importance of receiving children with gentleness and care, similar to how one would hold a baby in a receiving blanket, and extended this to welcoming and nurturing all believers, especially those who are vulnerable. Pastor Jon also warned against causing any of God's little ones to stumble, stressing that leading any believer astray is a severe offense.Contrasting worldly values with Jesus' teachings, Pastor Jon called the congregation to serve others humbly, to lift others up, and to embrace a lowly estate, exemplifying Christ's selflessness and care for the vulnerable. He encouraged believers to run to the Father with trust and dependence, to be willing to admit when they are wrong, and to prioritize the protection and nurturing of children and all fellow Christians. Through these actions, Pastor Jon underscored the transformative power of humility and the profound responsibility of caring for God's children.For more information, visit:Sermon Discussion Questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions Sermon Transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On July 21, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis delivered a sermon from Luke 10:38-42, discussing the theme of distraction through the story of Mary and Martha. Pastor Aaron highlighted that while Martha was busy serving, Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet, demonstrating the necessity of focusing on Christ above all else. He emphasized that our modern lives are filled with distractions, especially from technology, which often prevent us from engaging deeply with Jesus. Pastor Aaron urged the congregation to prioritize their relationship with Jesus, asserting that our true value and security come from Him alone. By focusing on the eternal rather than the temporary, we can find peace and fulfillment in Christ.

Send us a Text Message.On July 21, 2024, Pastor Nate Archer from First Baptist Church of Middleville delivered a sermon based on Luke 5:27-32 at Peace Church, emphasizing that Jesus came to call sinners to repentance. Through the story of Jesus calling Levi, a despised tax collector, Pastor Nate highlighted that just as the sick need a doctor, sinners need Jesus, who welcomes them without requiring them to clean up first. He stressed that the church should be like a hospital for sinners, offering spiritual heart transplants through the gospel. Pastor Nate also reminded the congregation that Jesus alone is the true physician who saves, and as Christians, our role is to guide others to Him.

Send us a Text Message.On July 7, 2024, Pastor Logan Bailey delivered a sermon based on Luke 24:13-34. He recounted the story of Jesus' appearance to two disciples on the road to Emmaus, emphasizing how they initially failed to recognize Him and the significance of Jesus' rebuke for their unbelief. Pastor Logan highlighted the importance of recognizing the obvious truths of the Gospel and aligning one's beliefs with the Word of God. He called the congregation to reflect on their own spiritual blindness and to seek alignment with God's truth, drawing parallels between the disciples' initial despair and eventual realization of Jesus' presence and their own lives. The message centered on the transformative power of acknowledging one's foolishness and turning to the truth of Christ's resurrection. 

Send us a Text Message.On July 7, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon from Mark 8:31-38, part of the "It Had To Be Said" series. Pastor Jon emphasized the challenging teachings of Jesus regarding suffering. He explained how followers of Christ are called to deny themselves, take up their crosses, and follow Jesus, embracing suffering and sacrifice rather than worldly gains. Pastor Jon urged the congregation to focus on eternal life and heavenly treasures over temporary worldly pleasures and to prioritize God's approval over that of people.For further reflection, visit https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions and https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons.

Send us a Text Message.On June 30, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis preached from Matthew 5:38-48, challenging believers to embody Christ's teachings on love and non-retaliation. In this passage, Jesus redefines the Old Testament principle of "an eye for an eye," urging followers to turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, and love their enemies. Pastor Aaron emphasized that as Christians, we must resist the urge for revenge and instead respond with mercy and grace, reflecting the heart of Christ. This radical love extends even to those who wrong us, exemplifying the transformative power of Jesus' teachings. The call to love unconditionally, even our enemies, aligns with how God showed His love for us while we were still sinners.

Send us a Text Message.On June 30, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon from Mark 7:1-23, focusing on Jesus' teachings about what truly defiles a person. In this passage, Jesus confronts the Pharisees, who criticize His disciples for eating with unwashed hands, challenging their adherence to man-made traditions over God's commandments. Pastor Jon illustrated that the Pharisees mistakenly believed that external factors could defile a person, while Jesus emphasized that impurity comes from within, from a person's heart. He explained that true cleanliness before God requires a transformed heart, a change only possible through faith in Jesus Christ, who offers a new heart and true purification through His sacrifice. This sermon is part of the "It Had To Be Said" series, underscoring the impactful quotes of Christ.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On June 23, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis preached on Luke 18:18-30, emphasizing the story of the rich young ruler who asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life. Pastor Aaron highlighted that Jesus's response to sell all possessions and follow Him reveals the impossibility of achieving salvation through human efforts alone. He underscored the necessity of recognizing our inherent sinfulness and the futility of relying on our own goodness. Pastor Aaron reminded the congregation that true transformation and salvation are only possible through God's power, stressing that with God, what seems impossible is made possible.

Send us a Text Message.On June 23, 2024, Pastor Jon Allen from Journey Church delivered a sermon centered on John 8:2-11, where Jesus forgives a woman caught in adultery, offering her both grace and a call to sin no more. Pastor Jon illustrated the need to combine grace and truth in our lives, likening it to a clock that can't function without its batteries. He emphasized that separating grace and truth diminishes their effectiveness and risks falling into cultural traps of choosing one over the other. Jesus, he noted, masterfully integrates both, offering hope and transformation through their union.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On June 16, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger preached from Mark 7:1-23, addressing what truly defiles a person. Highlighting Jesus' interaction with the Pharisees, Pastor Jon emphasized that it's not external factors that make one unclean but the evil that comes from within a person's heart. He challenged the congregation to reflect on their own hearts and the true source of their actions. Pastor Jon underscored that while the Pharisees relied on man-made traditions to attain purity, Jesus taught that genuine transformation requires a new heart, which is only possible through faith in Him.

Send us a Text Message.On June 16, 2024, Pastor Ryan delivered a powerful message from John 4:27-42, focusing on the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Pastor Ryan highlighted Jesus' revelation to the Samaritan woman, illustrating how Jesus' mission was to do God's will and how we, too, are called to continue His gospel work. He challenged the congregation to actively share their faith, likening the ripe harvest to people ready for the truth of Christ. Discussion Questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions Transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On June 9, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis continued the "It Had to Be Said" series with a sermon titled "Greatness According to Jesus," based on Matthew 23:1-12. In this sermon, Pastor Aaron emphasized Jesus' teaching that true greatness is found in humility and service. He contrasted the religious leaders of Jesus' time, who sought public recognition and placed heavy burdens on others, with Jesus' call for his followers to serve humbly. Highlighting the importance of aligning our lives with Jesus' words, Pastor Lewis urged the congregation to evaluate how they serve in their homes, communities, and church, emphasizing that true greatness comes from a heart committed to serving others as Jesus did.

Send us a Text Message.On June 9, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel continued the sermon series "It Had To Be Said..." focusing on John 4:15-26. Pastor Ryan delved into Jesus' profound conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well, highlighting how Jesus' revelations often challenge us, revealing our sins but always aiming to lead us to a better place. This sermon highlighted three key points: Jesus sees the sinner's hurts, reveals the sinner's heart, and is the sinner's ultimate hope. The message encourages believers to be open and honest with Christ, allowing His truth to transform their lives.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions Sermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On June 2, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel began a new sermon series titled "It Had To Be Said," focusing on the profound and beautiful words of Jesus Christ. The scripture for this sermon was John 4:7-14, which recounts Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. Pastor Ryan emphasized that Jesus offers living water—eternal life that quenches our deepest spiritual thirst. He highlighted the cultural and societal barriers Jesus broke through this interaction, inviting all to experience the everlasting spiritual nourishment found in Him. This sermon is a call to continually seek and drink from the well of Christ, embracing a daily relationship with Him.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On May 26, 2024, Pastor Mitchell Leach delivered a sermon titled "What Do I Do With My Guilt?" based on Isaiah 53:4-6. He explored the universal struggle with guilt, emphasizing that denial, distraction, and numbness are insufficient solutions. Instead, the Bible provides a profound answer: Jesus took on our guilt, being treated like us so that we could be treated like Him. Pastor Leach highlighted that only through Jesus's sacrificial atonement can we truly find relief from our guilt and be seen as righteous before God. This transformation invites us to live in the reality of being pardoned rather than guilty.Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On May 19, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel concluded the six-part series, "The Church Never Preaches On," focusing on the end times. The sermon, based on Mark 13:32-37, emphasized the uncertainty of the timing of Jesus' return and the importance of vigilance and preparedness. Pastor Ryan shared a personal anecdote to highlight the skepticism and challenges Christians may face when discussing their belief in Christ's return. He explained various theological views on the end times, including premillennialism, postmillennialism, and amillennialism, and addressed the rapture's timing in relation to the tribulation. The core message was clear: Christians should focus on living out their faith actively and preparing for Christ's return by staying spiritually awake and engaged in their mission. Sermon discussion questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Send us a Text Message.On May 12, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel delivered a sermon as part of the series "The Church Never Preaches On...," focusing on the often overlooked topic of sin's role and power in the Christian life. With the scriptural basis of 1 John 3:1-10, Pastor Ryan emphasized that sin has no rightful place in the lives of believers, illustrating how Christ's victory over sin grants Christians a new identity, trajectory, morality, and family. He explained that sin should be an ever-diminishing aspect in the lives of those who are born of God, as they are called to a life of purity and righteousness. Pastor Ryan encouraged the congregation to align their lives with this identity, pursuing a path of continuous growth towards becoming more like Christ and less influenced by sin. For further engagement, discussion questions can be found at https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions and the complete sermon transcript at https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons.

On May 5, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon addressing a significant question from the sermon series, "The Church Never Preaches On..." The sermon, based on Romans 9:1-8, tackled the question: "Is Israel still God's chosen people?" Pastor Jon clarified the theological standing rather than the political implications, emphasizing the unchanging nature of God's promises and the continuity of faith from the Old Testament to the New. He discussed the differences between being God's chosen through lineage versus faith, emphasizing that true children of God are recognized through faith. This sermon not only addressed misconceptions about Israel's role but also reinforced the universal need for faith in Jesus Christ for salvation.For further sermon discussion questions, visit https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions.To explore the sermon's full transcript, check out https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons.

On April 28, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel addressed the topic of hell in the sermon series "The Church Never Preaches On...," emphasizing the eternal consequences of our actions and the nature of hell as a place of eternal punishment prepared originally for Satan and his angels, but also the destiny of those who reject Christ's salvation. Through a deep dive into Matthew 25:41-46, Pastor Ryan highlighted the reality of hell, its eternal horror, and the urgent need for repenting of sin and believing in the gospel of Jesus Christ.For further reflection on this sermon, discussion questions can be found at https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questions and the full transcript at https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons.

In his sermon, Pastor Ryan Kimmel explores a topic often overlooked by many churches: the beauty and truth of heaven. Drawing from Revelation 21:1-5, he offers a hopeful and encouraging message about heaven, emphasizing its reality as a place of eternal joy and peace with God. The sermon serves as a reminder of the Christian hope in the resurrection and the future promise of a new heaven and new earth where God dwells among His people, wiping away every tear. Pastor Kimmel encourages listeners to see heaven not just as a reunion with departed loved ones, but more importantly, as the ultimate fulfillment of being in the presence of Jesus. Through scriptural references and personal reflections, the sermon invites believers to shift their perspective and find solace in the promise of heaven—a place where the best is indeed yet to come.

Send us a Text Message.Pastor Ryan Kimmel launches the new sermon series with this sermon on Christians Judging Others, from Matthew 7:1-5.  

On April 14, 2024, Pastor Ryan began a new sermon series titled "The Church Never Preaches On..." by discussing the theme of Christians judging others, from Matthew 7:1-5. In his sermon, Pastor Ryan addressed the common misinterpretation and misuse of the scripture, "Judge not, that you be not judged". He emphasized that this directive from Jesus is not a blanket prohibition against making judgments, but rather a caution against hypocritical and self-condemning judgments. Pastor Kimmel elaborated on the necessity for Christians to examine their own faults first before correcting others, advocating for a community that holds one another accountable in humility and love. Sermon Discussion Questions: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermon-questionsSermon Transcript: https://www.resoundmedia.cc/sermons

Pastor Jon Delger | John 14:25-27

Scripture:  John 14:25-27 Speaker:  Jon Delger Summary:  The Holy Spirit is God's yes and amen to the promise of peace

Date:  March 31, 2024 Scripture:  Romans 6:5-14 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  In this year's Easter message, we'll proclaim the greatest event in history, the resurrection of Jesus, as we see how this amazing miracle is the guarantee of ... Read MoreThe post Always Yes – Yes and Amen to the Promise of Grace first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  March 31, 2024 Scripture:  Romans 6:5-14 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  In this year's Easter message, we'll proclaim the greatest event in history, the resurrection of Jesus, as we see how this amazing miracle is the guarantee of our faith and salvation; it is the fulfillment of the promise of grace to those who place their faith in Jesus as together declare, “He is risen!”

Pastor Ryan Kimmel | Luke 23:44-49

Date:  March 24, 2024 Scripture:  Matthew 20:29-34 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  In this Palm Sunday passage, we'll look at the passage of Jesus' triumphal entry and the critical story of what happens right before that when Jesus heals two men, rejected by society, who cry out to him for mercy. In this Palm Sunday passage, we'll see Jesus as our humble king who fulfills God's promise of mercy. *See also, Luke 1:72 (Page 1089)

Pastor Ryan Kimmel | Matthew 20:29-34

Date:  March 17, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:17B-20 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Your effectiveness in spiritual warfare is connected to your depth of spiritual intimacy

Date:  March 17, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:17B-20 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Your effectiveness in spiritual warfare is connected to your depth of spiritual intimacyThe post Missional Decline vs. The Word of God first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  March 10, 2023 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:16-17a Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Don't wait for the devil to attack to get dressed in God's armor

Date:  March 10, 2023 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:16-17a Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Don't wait for the devil to attack to get dressed in God's armorThe post Withstand – Spiritual Doubt vs. Faith and Salvation first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  March 3, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:15 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary:  The Gospel makes us ready to bring peace in a divided world.

Date:  March 3, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:15 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary:  The Gospel makes us ready to bring peace in a divided world.The post Withstand – Polarizing Division vs. Gospel Peace first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Withstand - Personal Distraction vs. Truth and Righteousness Date:  February 25, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:14 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary:  We are most vulnerable when we are most distracted. Stand: Attention is the antidote for distraction. The Belt: Truth is the antidote for deception. The Breastplate: Righteousness is the antidote for dishonor.

Withstand – Personal Distraction vs. Truth and Righteousness Date:  February 25, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:14 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary:  We are most vulnerable when we are most distracted. Stand: Attention is the antidote for distraction. The Belt: Truth is ... Read MoreThe post Withstand – Personal Distraction vs. Truth and Righteousness first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  February 18, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:10-13 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  In this opening section, we look at how we must face this world's present darkness with a spiritual strength as we are reminded that our battle is against spiritual forces of evil – not with our neighbor. We'll look at just what the spiritual forces are and how they both present and hide themselves in our world.

Date:  February 18, 2024 Scripture:  Ephesians 6:10-13 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  In this opening section, we look at how we must face this world's present darkness with a spiritual strength as we are reminded that our battle is ... Read MoreThe post Withstand – Present Darkness vs. Spiritual Strength first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  February 11, 2024 Scripture:  Philemon 21-25 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Paul ends this letter with a hopeful picture of what is going to happen. Coming from this place of love and friendship, Paul longs to see his friend again, but knows that both preparation and prayers will happen as they look to see each other again. We will discuss how we are to make preparations and prayers to increase the friendship we have in our lives – and how has Jesus Christ given us the perfect example of this.

Date:  February 11, 2024 Scripture:  Philemon 21-25 Speaker:  Pastor Ryan Kimmel Summary:  Paul ends this letter with a hopeful picture of what is going to happen. Coming from this place of love and friendship, Paul longs to see his ... Read MoreThe post Philemon – The Beauty of Friendship first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.

Date:  February 4, 2024 Scripture:  Philemon 8-20 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary: Friendship, love, and brotherhood bring refreshment and encouragement to our lives, but it is also the foundation to challenge us. Challenging us to live more faithful and fruitful lives for Christ. As we look at Paul's great challenge to Philemon, we'll see a framework for those times when iron sharpen iron in the context of friendship.

Date:  February 4, 2024 Scripture:  Philemon 8-20 Speaker:  Ryan Kimmel Summary: Friendship, love, and brotherhood bring refreshment and encouragement to our lives, but it is also the foundation to challenge us. Challenging us to live more faithful and ... Read MoreThe post Philemon – The Burden of Friendship first appeared on PEACE CHURCH.