Redeemer Church Sermons

In this sermon from Acts 6:1–7, we explore how the early church navigated a real and potentially divisive issue—neglect in the care of widows—without compromising its mission. Pastor Jamie unpacks how Spirit-led leadership addressed practical needs while keeping the focus on proclaiming Christ.

In this message from Acts 5:17-42, we witness the early church face rising opposition as religious leaders try to silence the apostles. But instead of retreating, the followers of Jesus respond with boldness, conviction, and joy—even in suffering. Pastor Jamie unpacks what it means to faithfully follow Christ in the face of resistance and why the gospel movement cannot be stopped when it's empowered by the Spirit of God.

In this message from Acts 5:12–16, we witness the Spirit of God moving powerfully through the early church—healing the sick, drawing multitudes to faith, and validating the message of Jesus. Pastor Jamie reflects on what it means to believe God still works today, calling us to pray boldly for His power—not to control the means, but to seek His presence and proclaim Christ with faith.

From Acts 28:17-31. In this final sermon of Missions Month, Nathan Michael walks through Acts 28 and explores how Paul lived and preached with boldness—not as something he mustered, but as a natural result of knowing Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and living with intentional habits. This message challenges us to embrace our own calling and cultivate a missional boldness in everyday life.

From Acts 17:16-34. In this message, Phil McCreary unpacks how Paul's spirit was provoked in Athens—not by its beauty, but by its idolatry. Drawing parallels to our world today, Phil challenges believers to let the Holy Spirit stir us toward gospel action—wherever we are and whomever we're with.

From Acts 13:1-3. Nick Calhoon argues that the church is both the goal and vehicle of missions. Drawing on his personal experiences in Nicaragua, Nick emphasizes the biblical foundation for the church as central to God's plan to fill the earth with His glory.. He highlights the importance of both the global church, a diverse body of believers, and the local church, which provides a context for mutual support, growth, and witnessing.

From Acts 9:1-22. Pastor LJ introduced Missions Month by focusing on the transformative stories of Paul and Ananias from the Book of Acts. As believers, we are to recognize the value of the Gospel and to actively engage in sharing it, despite the costs it may entail.

From Luke 24:13-35. In this passage, we see that, truly Jesus was raised from the dead and truly, Jesus is alive! Truly, this death and burial and resurrection always was the plan of God for His Messiah.

From Luke 24:1-12. Resurrection Sunday! In this passage, we consider 4 ways that we should respond to the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our Savior and King.

From Luke 19:28-40. From this passage we remember Christ entering Jerusalem to announce He is God's king entering God's city to bring God's peace.

From Acts 5:1-11. In the difficult passage of Acts 5, we wrestle with the death of two people because of their sin. What these people did directly threatened the unity and ministry proclamation of their church. We see that the Lord takes seriously these things and that unity and witness go together.

From Acts 4:32-37. In this passage, we see that the spirit of God brings people to salvation, to faith, and to one another. The goal of community is not something that makes us feel good about us. Rather, the goal of community is to elevate the goodness and power of Jesus.

From Acts 4:1-31. In Part 2 of this passage, we look at how the apostles responded to the opposition they were facing for being faithful to Jesus.

From Ephesians 4:17-24. In this passage we see that if you are in Christ, if you are one with Him, then He will be evident in every aspect of your life.

From Acts 4:1-31. In this passage, the followers of Jesus are being opposed and threatened for their work in the name of Jesus. We see that all witness to Jesus will be opposed in a fallen world and when we face opposition, we must exalt Jesus and not ourselves.

From Acts 3. In this passage we see that Jesus is able, willing, and positively inclined to answer the prayers of His people. Therefore, we should call upon Him and believe, trust, and hope that Jesus will, in His time bring His blessing to us.

From Acts 2:41-47. This passage helps us to rightly reshape our focus of what church life is and it helps us to shape what God's people should expect from the church. Where are we finding joy in pursuing Jesus with God's people?

From Acts 2:1-41. In this week's message, we look closer at Peter's sermon at Pentecost. We are being shown how Christ is being proclaimed and how the truth of Christ is being celebrated.

From Acts 2:1-41. In this passage, we see the Holy Spirit of God descend upon all the followers of Jesus. That action is a game changer for the Church. It is the presence of the Spirit with the people of God that empowers, protects, provides, sends, works through, and bears fruit. It is the spirit of God in the people of God that move us forward.

From Acts 1:12-26. Waiting means looking to God for Him to work. Waiting is an active endeavor. This passage teaches us about how to wait. Waiting should never be less than obedience and dependently looking to the Lord.

From Acts 1:1-11. In this introduction to the book of Acts, we see that God sends His spirit to His people and God's spirit empowers God's people for God's work.

From 3 John. John's overwhelming desire is to promote and celebrate what is good and faithful while also eager to stop what is train wrecking the church.

From 2 John. This book of the Bible summarizes 1 John. Because of the grace, mercy, and peace of God is with you, we should walk in truth and love. While this may not be easy, we shouldn't overcomplicate things.

From Luke 2:22-32. In this passage we see that as we seek to be conformed into the image of Christ, we must be transformed and prepared and commissioned to be a part of the work He is doing in the world. Those that are transformed by Christ are participants in His mission.

A summary and reflection of the book of 1 John.

From 1 John 5:18-21. In this concluding passage, John continues to point to Christ. John is declaring who Christ is (the saving son of God), and what Christ does (protects His people for this life and the life to come).

From 1 John 5:13-17. In this passage, John is leaning strongly into hope, confidence, and faith for these followers of Jesus. Through Jesus, God's people have eternal life and confidence for relationship with God.

From 1 John 5:6-12. In this passage, we see God clearly testifies that Jesus is His son and that life comes from Jesus. The purpose of this testimony is to make a foundation and yield hope. A main question to consider from this passage - do I belong to Christ or do I not?

From 1 John 5:1-5. In this passage, we see that we overcome the world through faith and love is the demonstration of that faith.

From 1 John 4:7-21. In this passage, we see that because God is love and has acted in accord with that love, then if we are His, we must also love Him and one another consistent with His commands.

From 1 John 4:1-6. To believe and accept untruth about Christ is not the path of abiding in Christ. Don't believe everything, but instead test it. Truth and error matter to the Church and our witness and we must believe Christ is everything.

From 1 John 3:19-24. John's purpose in this passage is to give assurance and hope and confidence to these followers of Christ. John's intent is to help a true Christ follower find confidence before God and communion with Him.

From 1 John 3:11-18. In this passage, we see that love should be a normal and and defining characteristic and behavior within the Christian community. It should be demonstrated by sacrificial needs of serving those around you.

From 1 John 2:28-3:10. John is writing to a church to help them move forward toward Jesus in confidence, in hope, and in love. Warnings are rooted in love and care for the person receiving the warning. John's purpose is to help t hem feel they are beloved children.

From Luke 9:57-62. In this passage, we think through what it means to follow Jesus. True life is not found in self direction or self-preservation, but full surrender, daily self-denial, and following Jesus' way and will in to your future. Will you follow Jesus into the future?

From 1 John 2:26-27.

From 1 John 2:19. In this important verse of scripture, John is writing to a congregation concerning a group of people who have left several wakes of theological confusion behind them - in an attempt to encourage these people. God has a way of making plain what is hidden.

From 1 John 2:18-25. John's hope in this passage is to encourage Christians to continue in Jesus. Do not be deceived, pulled away, or doubt - but continue in Jesus.

From 1 John 2:15-17. In this passage, we see that this world (with its desires and priorities) may seem enticing, but it is fading into dust. That which will last forever is the word and will of God. As Christians, this is what we must pursue.

From 1 John 2:12-14. John is communicating a clear infusion of gospel hope to the readers of his letters. He wants to speak truth about what Christ has done. Are we rightly stirred and moved by what Christ has given to us?

From 1 John 2:7-11. In this passage, we see that the people of Jesus are intended to be light in to darkness. One piece of being light is to live your brothers and sisters as Christ has loved you.

From 1 John 2:1-6. In this passage, we see that the people who know Christ are the ones that actually walk with Christ in life. Is there evidence of the truth of Jesus in you?