Podcasts about pastor sam rainer

Pastor Sam Rainer starts a new series on what defines a healthy home. This sermon addresses the marriage covenant and dives into the roles of a husband and wife. Marriage is not based on self-fulfillment but on self-denial. A healthy marriage requires sacrifice.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches about the miracle of resurrection from Matthew 28:1-10. In this Easter sermon, he explores the greatest miracle of all: the resurrection of Jesus. From the fear of death to the surprise of an empty tomb, follow the story of two women who encounter the risen Christ and receive new hope. Discover how the resurrection turns failure into forgiveness and finality into forever. Jesus meets us where we are—and invites us into a life of purpose, joy, and eternal victory.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches about sacrifice in this Palm Sunday sermon. From Abraham's test of faith to Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, we see how true victory comes through surrender. Jesus didn't go halfway—He went to the cross for us. His sacrifice brings peace, and His resurrection brings life. As we begin Holy Week, we're invited to lay down what we hold tightly and trust God's perfect provision.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches verse-by-verse through the book of Habakkuk, one of the minor prophets in the Old Testament. It's a unique book that provides us with a prophet's personal experience as he dialogues with God. Habakkuk complains to God as Judah falls apart and Jewish leaders fall into corruption. We see his inner struggles, fears, and doubts. Wrestle with God faithfully by talking to Him, not about Him. We may not always understand God, but we can always trust Him.

Pastor Sam Rainer concludes the series on worship with a sermon on the perfect unity of the Trinity. We believe there is only one God, and He has chosen to reveal Himself as God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. The word “Trinity” does not appear in the Bible, but the concept does. What does the Trinity reveal about what God values in our worship?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers the topic of surrender, focusing on Jonah 2. God shows His grace when we surrender to Him in prayer. Jonah surrendered to God in prayer in an unlikely place—the belly of a great fish.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers the topic of awe. Awe is reverence mixed with feelings of fear and wonder. The response of awe is often associated with a demonstration of God's power. Ultimately, awe is a disposition, not an emotion—what you do for God more than how you feel in the moment.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers the topic of love. We use this term for everything, yet the Bible tells us we can't know God unless we get it right. Cutting through the confusion is critical! Love is not love. God is love.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers the topic of celebration and takes a deep dive into Psalm 150. Ultimately, you become what you celebrate.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers creativity, which is the act of generating, developing, and expressing original ideas in meaningful ways, including artistic expression, problem-solving, and innovation. Creativity reveals God exists, but creativity apart from God ultimately misguides you. The worst art is that which denies the Artist.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a series on worship and the actions that draw us closer to God. In this sermon, he covers generosity, which is an act of worship in which you give freely to God in response to His lavish grace. If God has given you something, He wants you to use it for His glory. Generous people are remembered and rewarded by God.

Pastor Sam Rainer begins the new year with a series on smartphones and how they contribute to people's rising anxiety, especially younger generations. More digital connections have only increased loneliness, but the Bible has a solution. God's joy and good friends will solve a lot of our problems.

Pastor Sam Rainer begins the new year with a series on smartphones and how they contribute to people's rising anxiety, especially younger generations. When do normal “concerns” become a problem of “anxiety”? The Bible has clear answers! While Satan wants to weigh you down with worry, Jesus has a plan to free you from your darkest days.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon continues the Christmas series by examining Matthew 2:13-23. What is the significance of Mary and Jospeh's escape to Egypt? This story connects to prophecy in the Old Testament as well as the apocalyptic visions of Revelation.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon is about the wise men who visit Jesus in Matthew 2:1-12. Who were they? Why did they come? The wisdom of the wise men draws your worship to the glory of the nativity.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon is about the miracle of the virgin birth, as described in Matthew 1. The virgin birth is essential to the miracle of grace, and the virgin birth is necessary for the gospel to be true. What you believe about the virgin birth is foundational to your faith in Jesus. He was born physically, so you don't die spiritually.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the genealogy of Christ and begins a Christmas series in the first two chapters. God's promise of grace becomes a reality in the person of Jesus Christ.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the Great Commission and the church's God-given mission to share Jesus with the world. Every local church has a global mandate.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the story of Peter's denial of Jesus in Matthew 26. Judas betrayed Jesus. Thomas doubted Jesus. Peter denied Jesus. All the disciples deserted Jesus. God can take your worst mistakes and make them miracles for His glory. We all sin, yet God still uses us to advance His purposes. How?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the story of Judas in Matthew 26 and 27. Who is the real Judas Iscariot? Judas is notorious for one big reason: He betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. As soon as he had the money in hand, he realized it was empty. Jesus chose Judas as a disciple, but Judas chose betrayal over salvation.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 23:1-36. Jesus rebukes the religious leaders. The Pharisees and scribes had “crushed people with unbearable religious demands.” Christian hypocrisy occurs when you make yourself the priority over God. Christian legalism is excessive conformity to a moral code or Law with the intent of controlling others. All of us must guard our hearts against the dark religion of legalism.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 25:31-46 and why the church should serve the “least of these.” An outward focus makes you stronger. An inward focus makes you weaker. Who should you serve? Whoever God puts in front of you!

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 22:15-46. The Pharisees and Sadducees comprised the two major ruling classes in Jewish society during the time of Christ. Both opposed Jesus and attempted to trap Him with “gotcha questions.” How does Jesus respond with His own gotcha question?

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Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 21:12-27. The cursing of the fig tree and the cleansing of the temple complex are two interconnected stories with a significant meaning. Jesus condemns the religious system that is all flash and no substance.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 20:1-34. Is God unfair to people? There are two major ways we complain about God being unfair. First, we see good things happen to undeserving people. Second, we see bad things happen to deserving people. The problem with these perspectives is we become the judge as to who is deserving or undeserving. What is the proper perspective? Matthew 20 reveals God's answer.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 19:16-30 and why it's hard for Jesus to save rich people. The text is about the rich, young ruler and why he struggled to come to faith in Christ. Who is rich? What makes a person rich? You can't buy your way into heaven. You can't work your way into heaven. Salvation never comes on human terms, but salvation is available to everyone on God's terms.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 18:12-35 and the difference between reconciliation and forgiveness. Forgiveness frees a person from guilt and its consequences. Jesus is how we are reconciled to God. Reconciliation involves the removal of an offense and the reunification of a relationship. Pastor Sam reveals the four steps to reconciliation and the questions you must ask before pursuing reconciliation.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. In this sermon, he covers Mount Ararat and explores the story of Noah's Ark from Genesis. This message reveals the devastating impact of sin and the profound grace of God's deliverance. Through Noah's unwavering faith and obedience, we see a foreshadowing of Christ, our ultimate means of salvation.

In this series, Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. This sermon is about Zion, an ancient term connected to the fortified hill of pre-Israelite Jerusalem. Mount Zion is a reminder God is with us now and through eternity. How do we reconcile what Scripture teaches about Zion with what is occurring in Israel today?

In this series, Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. This sermon is about the Mount of Olives and the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24. Jesus warns of false teachers, and He foretells of persecution that will happen to His followers.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 18:1-10. Why does Jesus say your faith should be childlike? In this text, Jesus compares conversion to the acceptance of a child. And then, He uses strong language to warn anyone who would harm a child or tempt others to sin.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 17:1-27 and the transfiguration of Jesus. At the transfiguration, humanity sees God's glory. But it's just a tiny taste of the incredible glory of a reigning God who conquered death.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the challenging passage of Matthew 15:1-39. Jesus offends the Pharisees and then seems to make some controversial comments about Gentiles. But there is a reason. He tests His followers to see if they will persevere in their faith.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers Jesus' miracles of feeding thousands and walking on water from Matthew 14:13-36. True courage is derived from God's presence. Your faith doesn't grow when life is easy. Your faith grows when you experience a trial, when you are tested, and when a storm hits.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This sermon covers the difficult text of Matthew 14:1-12. Herod executes John the Baptist, and Matthew records the challenge of giving your entire life to Christ. The courageous decision is always harder than caving into sin.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This Mother's Day sermon is about a childlike faith, and the text is Matthew 19:13-15. The Bible makes a clear connection between fearing God and a mother's wisdom. Children are a blessing, so make them a priority. What God gives as blessings should be our priorities.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 13:24-58 and Jesus' use of parables in his teaching. Crowds of people were responding in faith. Jesus returned to His hometown, Nazareth, but His family and friends quickly rejected Him. Why did Jesus' hometown not believe? And what is the connection to His parables?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 13:1-23. In this text, Jesus begins to teach in parables. A parable is a little story with a big meaning. The Parable of the Soil is about the condition of your soul. How well do you hear and respond to God's Word?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 12:22-50. After Jesus heals a demon-possessed man, the religious leaders confront Him. They claim Jesus has struck a deal with Satan, but He challenges their logic. In this text, Jesus reveals the damage of blasphemy and teaches about the nature of evil spirits.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 12:1-21. Is the Sabbath a day of rest, a day for worship, or both? Is the Sabbath still binding today? What is the difference between the Lord's Day and the Sabbath? Your life is better when you rest for a day and worship. But why?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 11:1-30. In this chapter, the “greatest man,” John the Baptist, doubts Jesus. It's a low point for John the Baptist. But Jesus is with us, even through the dark valleys. God can take your worst mistakes and make them miracles for His glory. God offers grace on the other side of every failure!

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon concludes the Easter series with the account of Jesus' resurrection. Everything we believe hinges on this one thing. Remove the bodily resurrection of Christ, and Christianity has no footing whatsoever.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon begins an Easter series and covers the Triumphal Entry and the prophecy about Jerusalem's destruction in Matthew 21:1-11 and 23:37-24:51. The temple was torn down, stone by stone. But the Kingdom of God is built one person at a time.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 9:35-10:42. Why are people openly hostile to God? The overarching spiritual reason is our sin nature and how we default to rebellion against God. But why are some antagonistic against Christians and the church? And what can the church do to help them?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 9:1-34. In chapters eight and nine, Matthew records several stories of Jesus healing physically. Crowds followed Jesus, in part, because He could heal. Many brought loved ones to Jesus for this reason. But these stories have a clear connection between the physical and spiritual. Faith is the connecting point.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 8:1-34. Demon possession is real, but believers in Christ do not need to fear. We have the Holy Spirit within us, and our souls cannot be shared with a demon. While believers cannot come under the control of a demon, we can come under attack. That's why we need spiritual armor!

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 7:1-29 and the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount. Believers should not judge and condemn, but believers should judge and discern. Discernment is a critical spiritual discipline because Satan's attacks are real. How can we distinguish between being judgmental and exercising discernment?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 6:19-34 and the connection between money and anxiety. Anxiety is fear of losing what you love or getting what you hate. Contentment is internal satisfaction that does not depend upon external circumstances. What connects anxiety to money? Coveting! What is the solution to the problem of coveting? Contentment!

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew's gospel. This week's sermon covers Matthew 6:1-18 and the issue of Christian hypocrisy. A hypocrite is a person who acts differently than his or her stated beliefs. Everyone will be guilty at times. However, Christian hypocrisy occurs when you make yourself the priority over God. There are six major ways the church can become hypocritical.