Sermons
This sermon explores the betrayal of Jesus by Judas Iscariot, emphasizing that authentic faith is revealed through obedient living, not just outward declarations or religious or religious activity. It calls listeners to examine their hearts, abide in Christ, and build their lives on the firm foundation of His Word, assuring them that God's love and grace are greater than any sin.
This message from Luke 21:5-19 emphasizes that followers of Jesus should live faithfully in the present, trusting in God's sovereignty and enduring trials as opportunities to bear witness through the power of the Holy Spirit. Rather than focusing on the signs of the end times, believers are called to abide in Christ, be filled with the Spirit, and live as empowered witnesses of His truth, even in the face of persecution.
Believers are called to live an eternal perspective, trusting in the promise of resurrection and reflecting God's truth and love in this world.
The Bible tells the story of humanity's fall into sin, our separation from God, and God's plan to redeem us through Jesus Christ. Jesus' perfect life, sacrificial death, and resurrection offer grace and forgiveness - not something we earn, but a gift freely given out of love. Peter's story shows that even in failure, God's grace restores and transforms, inviting each of us into personal relationship with Him.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 20:1-19; Isaiah 5:1-7; Nehemiah 9:26; Jeremiah 7:25-26; Jeremiah 25:4; Isaiah 29:13; Hebrews 3:1-6; Hebrews 3:7-8; Romans 5:6-11 Rejecting God's authority leads to spiritual ruin, as illustrated by the religious leaders' refusal to accept Jesus as the Messiah. This passage challenges us to examine our own hears, urging us to embrace Jesus, the cornerstone of faith, and respond in obedience to avoid the tragic consequences of hardened hearts and rebellion.
Jesus' entry into Jerusalem was a pivotal moment that fulfilled prophecy and divided people's hearts- some rejoicing in His kingship while others, like the Pharisees, rejected His authority. This passage challenges believers to move beyond mere celebration and recognize Jesus as a King worthy of full commitment, urging them to choose between following Him wholeheartedly or rejecting Him outright.
Jesus teaches that we are to be faithful stewards for the gifts God has given us, using them to further His Kingdom rather than hiding them in fear. Those who invest in God's work will be rewarded, while those who reject His authority will face judgment, emphasizing the importance of living by faith and expressing it through love.
God seeks and transforms us. Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus shows that we don't change ourselves-God's love changes us. When we seek Him, He meets us, restores us, and fills us with joy and purpose.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of Biblical church membership, which is centered on a supernatural, attention-grabbing love for God and one another. It challenges the common misconception of church membership as a social club and highlights that the church is meant to reflect God's love through deep commitment, mutual care, and sacrificial love, empowered by the Holy Spirit. True church membership is a covenantal relationship, where believers support each other, model Christ-like love, and fulfill God's purpose for the church in the world.
This message explores the deeper context of Matthew 11:28-30, emphasizing that true rest comes not from the absence of work but from Christ's presence and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. it warns against trying to earn salvation through works, stressing that obedience to the law alone cannot bring redemption-only faith in Jesus can. The message calls believers to shift their focus from worldly pursuits to actively seeking God, trusting in His grace, and finding true rest in him.
This message emphasizes the significance of child dedication as a commitment to sow seeds of faith, reflecting both parental and communal responsibility to guide children toward a relationship with God. It explores the biblical foundation of covenants, obedience to God's law, and the transformative power of living an authentic faith, as seen in Deuteronomy and the teachings of Jesus. The message encourages parents, family members, and the faith community to model love, obedience, and transparency in their walk with God, inspiring the next generation to embrace faith and experience God's grace and blessings.
God's grace is not just a concept to understand but an experience to live. Drawing on biblical accounts, it highlights how God's grace is active, personal, and transformative, offering forgiveness, love, and adoption into His family despite our shortcomings. The call to actions is to seek a deeper, experiential relationship with God, anchored in His unchanging grace and truth.
This message highlights that Jesus is God's gift to the world, sent to redeem humanity from sin. Through the story of His humble presentation in the temple (Luke 2:22-40), we see that Simeon and Anna, both faithful servants, recognize Jesus as the Messiah and respond with praise. The message encourages us to reflect on the significance of Jesus' birth and salvation, be faithful in seeking God, and respond with gratitude and praise for the incredible gift of Jesus.
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus is the reason for our celebration, focusing on the fulfillment of God's promises, as shown in the birth of Christ. It draws parallels between David's reflections in Psalm 89 and the hope found in Luke 2, urging us to pause, reflect, and praise God, even in difficult circumstances. Through Jesus, we find restoration, Hope, and Joy which are not based on our circumstances but on God's unchanging love and faithfulness.
The message reflects on Zechariah and Elizabeth's story in Luke 1:5-25; showing how God answers prayers in His perfect timing, blessing them with John the Baptist as part of His greater plan. It reminds us that God hears prayers, fulfills promises, and brings joy, urging us to trust His timing, live holy lives, and prepare others for Jesus' return. Christmas is a testament to God's love and faithfulness.
Christmas is the perfect time to share the Gospel, as it celebrates the hope and redemption brought by Jesus. It explains how Jesus, the eternal Word and light of the world, came to reveal God's love, fix humanity's brokenness, and offer salvation through His life, death, and resurrection. The message encourages believers to reflect this love by sharing the truth about Jesus with others, pointing them to the hope and restoration He provides.
Today's message explores the story of a blind man healed by Jesus, emphasizing themes of faith, persistence, and God's power. The blind man's recognition of Jesus as the "Son of David" and his relentless cries for healing demonstrates his deep faith, which Jesus honors by restoring his sight. This miracle not only transforms the man's life physically, socially, and spiritually but also glorifies God, inspiring others to praise Him. The sermon encourages believers to cry out to God persistently, trust in His power, and live as testimonies as of His goodness, so their lives may inspire others to seek and glorify God.
This sermon explores Jesus' teaching in Luke 18, where he contracts the Pharisee and the tax collector to show that true righteousness comes from humanity and reliance on God's mercy, not self-righteous actions. Through the tax collector's example, we learn that recognizing our need for God's grace, rather than comparing ourselves to others or trusting in our own moral efforts, is the way to be justified before God. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to approach God with childlike humility and depend solely on His mercy, as only through Jesus' sacrifice are we redeemed and made righteous.
In this sermon, Jesus teaches the importance of consistent, tenacious prayer, using the parable of the widow and unjust judge to show how persistence n prayer prevents us from losing hope. He emphasizes that abiding in God and aligning our desires with His leads us to produce spiritual fruit that blesses others, reflecting God's goodness and love. Finally, Jesus reassures us that God's timing is perfect, as He delays His return to allow more people to know Him, urging us to faithfully pray, share the gospel, and await the fullness of God's justice.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Faith; Thanksgiving, Healing / Luke 17:11-19; Leviticus 13:45-46; Leviticus 13:1-8; Luke 8:24; Luke 9:49; Philippians 3:7-10 True faith is demonstrated through obedience to God's Word, as seen in the story of the ten lepers who were healed when they followed Jesus' command. It reminds us that Jesus' instructions always align with God's law, and faith is revealed in action, not just belief. The message also highlights the importance of gratitude, urging believers to respond to God's work in their lives with thankfulness, like the one leper who returned to thank Jesus. Through our faith, obedience, and gratitude, others can witness and experience God's presence.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 17:1-4; Romans 7:18-19; Romans 12;1-2; Romans 14:13; 1 John 1:9; Matthew 18:21-22 The message encourages us to be vigilant against temptations and not lead others into sin. Jesus warns that causing others to stumble is serious, and Will reflects on his own failure to live up to this teaching. We are reminded of the importance of repentance, not just for personal guilt, but to seek joy and transformation in Christ.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 16:1-13; Exodus 22:25; Leviticus 25:36-37; Deuteronomy 15:7-8; Deuteronomy 23:19-20; Genesis 2:15; Proverbs 2:1-6; Luke 16 invites us to see our finances and resources through the lens of God's Kingdom, using Jesus' parable of the shrewd manager to challenge how we live. It's not about dishonestly but about making wise, intentional decisions that reflect long-term priorities, just as the manager did when he adjusted his life to secure his future. Jesus calls us to shift our focus from temporary comforts to being faithful stewards of what God has entrusted us with-our money, time, and gifts. It's a call to use our blessings to care for others and live with a deep awareness that everything we have is part of God's plan. Ultimately, this message encourages us to seek God's wisdom in how we live, making decisions that align with His purposes and glorify Him in every part of our lives.
Luke 15:1-2; Luke 15:11-24; Psalm 56:10; Psalm 56:13; Ephesians 2:8-9
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 14:25-35; Mark 1:17; Colossians 3:23-24 In today's sermon at TGP West, the focus is on the cost of discipleship as taught by Jesus in Luke 14:25-35. Jesus emphasizes that while salvation is a free gift, following Him requires significant sacrifice and devotion. He calls His followers to prioritize Him above all else and to be willing to bear their own crosses. The sermon explores the depth of commitment required and how true discipleship means putting God first in every aspect of life. It concludes by urging listeners to evaluate their readiness to follow Jesus fully and to embrace the transformative journey of discipleship.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 14:1-24; 1 Samuel 16:7; James 4:6; Matthew 5:37; Matthew 28:18-20 In the sermon, Jesus confronts religious leaders for their focus on rigid legalism and pride, showing that God's standards, not human rules, determine what is acceptable. He uses parables to expose their self-importance and lack of genuine love. Jesus emphasizes the need for the need for true commitment to God's invitation, challenging believers to reflect on their motivations and truly follow Him, rather than just supporting the idea of discipleship.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke: 13:24-28; Luke 13:31-35; Romans 8:18; Romans 8:26-31 The sermon concludes Luke 13 by emphasizing Jesus' mission of salvation and the importance of a personal relationship with God over mere tradition. It highlights Jesus' bold response to threats from Herod, illustrating God's sovereignty over all circumstances. The message encourages believers to trust in God's plan, be patient in the faith journey, and share the gospel with both urgency and compassion.
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 13:1-9; Leviticus 19:23-25; 2 Peter 3:9; Matthew 2:7-10; John 15:1-8; Isaiah 5:1-7; Romans 9:1-5; 2 Corinthians 7:10
Baptism / Baptism; Salvation / Mark 1:4-5; Mark 1:7-8; Matthew 28:19-20; Romans 3:20; Romans 3:21-24; John 14:25-26; Acts 2:14-21; Acts 2:37-40
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 12:49-59; Luke 2:14; Micah 7:6; Hosea 14:9; Jeremiah 9:12-14; Psalm 30:1-5
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 12:35-48; Exodus 12:11-13; Proverbs 24:30-34
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 12:1-12; Exodus 12:15-20; Acts 6:8-15; Acts 7:51-53
Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 11:37-54; Micah 6:8; Deuteronomy 6:5; Matthew 11:28-30
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