Sermons from 2026 (Page 2)
TWL – 7DeadlySins- S8E2
Why Are They Called the Seven Deadly Sins? Truth Worth Living returns this week with the second installment of our series on the seven deadly sins. Before we explore pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed, and sloth, we need to answer an important question: Why call any sin “deadly”? Where Did the List Come From?Pope Gregory the Great compiled the traditional list of the seven deadly sins. His framework distinguished between venial sins—sins considered minor—and mortal sins, which were believed…
Regret – 9.20.26 – EP2
Regret has a way of showing up uninvited. It sits quietly in the back of our minds, reminding us of the decision we wish we could take back, the words we wish we hadn’t said, the year we wish we could live over. In week two of our series on regret, we look honestly at why we make the decisions we do, and we ask a question that might surprise you: what if chasing your own happiness is actually the…
TWL – 7 Deadly Sins EP01
Seven Deadly Sins: Why We Still Need to Talk About Sin One of the criticisms often leveled at churches today is that pastors do not talk enough about sin. The assumption is that preaching has become too positive, too encouraging, and too focused on making people feel good. So, should we get back to making everybody feel terrible about themselves? Probably not. But there is another danger on the opposite side: pretending sin is not a serious problem. And that…
Regret 9.13.26 – EP1
Episode Summary Rain never stopped anyone from getting a good word today, and this one’s worth every drop. Pastor kicked off the new series “Regret” by pointing at a scene most of us have replayed in our own lives, even if it never made SportsCenter: a coach who calls the wrong play at the worst possible moment. That was the story of Super Bowl 49, the goal-line interception, and the coach who stood at the podium afterward insisting he had…
Moses – 9.6.26 – EP13
Moses Died on a Mountain. Here’s Why That’s Good News Pastor Chris closes the Moses series by asking what made Moses’ faith active, not just believed. Series: MosesSpeaker: Pastor ChrisPassages: Deuteronomy 34:1-10, Hebrews 11:24-28 He climbed a mountain at 120 years old No trail. A 4,500-foot climb. And he was 120 years old. That’s how Moses’ story ends in Deuteronomy 34 — not in a hospital bed, but on top of Mount Pisgah, looking out over a land God had…
Moses – EP12 – 8.30/26
The Story of Moses and the Message of the Cross In this week’s sermon, we delved into the transformative conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3. This discussion is pivotal because it introduces essential Christian doctrines such as the incarnation, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of being born again. Jesus, in his dialogue, references the story of Moses lifting the snake in the wilderness, drawing a parallel to his own crucifixion. The Encounter with Nicodemus The…
Moses – EP11 – 8.23.26
Moses’ Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day In this sermon, we explore the trials faced by Moses as described in Numbers 20. The narrative draws a parallel between Moses’ challenges and the children’s book, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, emphasizing how cumulative adversities can lead to significant trials. The Context of Moses’ Bad Day Moses, nearing the end of his journey with the Israelites, faces a series of overwhelming challenges: The Key Scripture: Numbers 20:1-12 Numbers 20 details…
Moses – EP10 – 8.16.26
Moses and the Journey to the Promised Land Main Passage: Exodus 33 In this sermon, we explore a pivotal moment in the journey of the Israelites as they face a crucial decision: to enter the Promised Land without God’s presence or to remain in the wilderness with Him. This decision highlights the importance of God’s presence in our lives. Key Themes Lessons for Today Conclusion The Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land is a powerful metaphor for our spiritual journey. It…
Moses – EP9 – 8.9.26
Moses’ Defining Moment: Lessons from Exodus 32 In this sermon, we delve into the pivotal moment in the life of Moses as described in Exodus 32. This chapter captures a defining moment for Moses and offers profound lessons on faith, leadership, and the nature of divine grace. The Context: A Burning Mountain The scene is set at the base of Mount Sinai, enveloped in the glory of God. The Israelites, having witnessed miraculous events like the parting of the Red Sea and…