Trust in God

Philippians 4:10-13

Kingdom Economics

Contentment in All Seasons

Paul writes from prison that contentment is not passivity but a learned spiritual discipline — joy anchored in Christ, not in circumstances.

Proverbs 3:1-10

Kingdom Economics

Wisdom Before Wealth

An opening message for the Kingdom Economics series rooting financial planning in Proverbs 3:1-10—trust God first, give God the firstfruits, and wisdom will order the rest.

Proverbs 3:1-10 · Proverbs 3:13-16

Kingdom Economics and the Principles of Money

Wisdom Before Wealth

This sermon examines Proverbs 3:1–10 to argue that wisdom—seeing the world as God sees it—must precede the pursuit of wealth. By trusting God first and giving Him the firstfruits of our income, we align our hearts with God and experience the peace and provision that money alone cannot buy.

Genesis 13

A Disastrous Decision

This sermon examines how Abraham and Lot's decisions—one made in fear and self-protection, the other in selfish ambition—reveal the long-term consequences of choices disconnected from faith, while demonstrating that poor decisions need not define our future.

Genesis 16:1-16

A Poor Decision

Impatience and desperation lead Abraham and Sarah to abandon faith in God's promises, resulting in family conflict and heartache that could have been avoided through patient trust.

Galatians 3:15-18

Abraham's Promise

God's covenant with Abraham, based on His promise rather than the law, demonstrates His trustworthiness and generosity. Believers today inherit this promise through faith in Christ, not through their own effort.

1 Samuel 30:1-31

1 Samuel

All Share Alike

Real strength comes from trusting God's promises, seeking His direction, and recognizing that all blessings are gifts from Him. The believer must share the spoils of victory with all who participated, honoring God rather than self.

Romans 8:28-39 · Romans 8:29

Am I Really Saved?

This sermon examines whether salvation depends on our works or God's eternal grace and love. Christians often struggle with false beliefs about God's happiness requirements, the permanence of His love, and their worthiness—but Scripture affirms that nothing can separate believers from God's love because His grace, not our performance, secures salvation.

John 4:43-54

John Gospel

Belief

This sermon examines Jesus' second sign—healing the official's son—to reveal that authentic faith rests on who Jesus is, not merely on what he can do. True belief commits to God regardless of outcomes.

Psalm 55

Psalms

Betrayal

This sermon examines how betrayal produces physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms, and calls believers to run toward God rather than away—trusting that He listens and will provide.

Psalm 63

Better Than Life

This sermon examines Psalm 63's portrait of worship born from distress, showing how memories of God's faithfulness and the practice of singing praise sustain faith when pressure and sleeplessness come. God's love remains better than life itself.

Genesis 26:1-35 · Hebrews 13:5

Confirmation

God repeatedly reassures us through Scripture to overcome our doubts and fears. Though we receive His promises, our human frailty causes us to question and fear—yet God never stops speaking His word to us, calling us to trust Him completely.

Nehemiah 4:10-23 · 2 Timothy 2:8

Nehemiah

Dealing with Inside Opposition

When discouragement strikes during God's work, believers overcome by remembering God's greatness and remaining active in service, trusting His faithfulness despite obstacles.

2 Kings 4:8-37 · 1 Kings 17

Death to Life

This sermon examines how the Shunammite woman's persistent faith in Elisha demonstrates God's power over death and calls believers to hold fast to God through trials without knowing the outcome.

Genesis 19:1-29 · Luke 17

Deliverance

This sermon examines Lot's hesitation to flee Sodom, arguing that attachment to comfort and possessions distracts from spiritual priorities. Believers must choose between worldly comfort and God's mercy.

Mark 6:45-56

Don't Be Afraid

This sermon examines how the disciples' hardened hearts prevented them from recognizing Jesus as God walking on water. True faith requires open hearts that trust God's presence even in ongoing struggle.

1 Samuel 12:16-25

1 Samuel

Don't Turn Away

Israel's misplaced faith in a king rather than God demonstrates the danger of relying on politics and the world instead of trusting God. The sermon calls believers to maintain faith in God's sovereignty through prayer and teaching, never turning away from dependence on Him.

Ezekiel 6:1-10

Ezekiel

Doom, Gloom, and Hope

This sermon examines how hope emerges not from circumstances but from God's sovereign work. Despite messages of destruction, God promises to spare a remnant, calling believers to place exclusive faith in Him rather than in wealth, health, relationships, or idols.

Joshua 14:6-14

Joshua

Driven

The story of Caleb—85 years old and still asking for his mountain—as a model of vision, patience, and wholehearted trust across a lifetime.

1 Kings 19:1-18 · 1 Kings 18:22

Emotions Must Not Win

Emotions, though real, cannot be trusted to determine truth about one's walk with God. This sermon examines Elijah's despair after his Mt. Carmel victory to show that spiritual direction and God's purpose must override emotional circumstances.

Acts 1:12-26 · Psalms

Acts

Faith in Times of Doubt

When waiting for God to act, believers must commit themselves to prayer and scripture while maintaining anticipation for His work, not retreating into passivity but actively pursuing His will.

Matthew 14:22-33

Faith Walk

This sermon examines Peter's step of faith on the water and Jesus's response to doubt, revealing that doubt means standing in two directions at once and that faith requires keeping focus on Jesus despite circumstances.

1 Timothy 6:3-10 · 1 Timothy 6:6

Finances and Contentment

Biblical contentment means finding satisfaction in God and faithfulness to godly values rather than external circumstances. Christians should establish reasonable budgets, develop giving habits, maintain godly priorities, and cultivate thankfulness to experience true contentment.

Luke 12:13-34

Foolish Rich

This sermon examines Jesus's parable of the rich fool to challenge believers' attitudes toward wealth and security. Rather than accumulating possessions for self-reliance, followers of Jesus should trust God and cultivate a generous, giving spirit.

Genesis 16:1-16

Getting In God's Way

When impatience drives us to solve God's promises on our own timeline, we create confusion and heartache. True faith requires trusting God's timing and sovereignty.

1 Samuel 17:1-58

Giant Faith

This sermon examines David and Goliath not as a story about overcoming personal obstacles, but as a declaration that God's reputation is at stake. Believers must take a stand when God is mocked and trust that He works in every situation.

Judges 6:1-40

Judges

Gideon's Call

This sermon examines how Gideon's doubts about God's presence and power kept him from recognizing his own calling, showing that God sees potential in us that we often fail to see in ourselves and invites us to live according to his truth about who we are.

Proverbs 21:5 · Proverbs 15:22

God and Man

This sermon examines how the wise person balances careful planning and consultation with dependence on God's direction, recognizing that while we make plans, God ultimately determines the outcome.

John 3:16 · James 1:5

God and McDonald's

Giving reflects God's nature and demonstrates where our true trust lies. The sermon explores three reasons to give—to become more like God, to reveal what matters most to us, and to test our faith—while inviting listeners to embrace generosity as a response to God's abundant provision.

Psalm 34 · 1 Samuel 21

God as Protector

This devotional examines Psalm 34 to emphasize God's protection and the comfort of angelic care for believers, encouraging trust in God's deliverance through life's troubles.

Philippians 3:12-4:1 · Genesis 12

Lies

Avoidance Is Better

Avoidance of problems—rooted in fear and Satan's lies—leads to worse consequences than facing issues directly. Paul's example of pursuing Christ with eyes fixed heavenward offers a model for confronting problems with courage, grounded in our heavenly citizenship and God's perfect love.

Matthew 20:20-28

Grandville

Communication

Poor communication in marriage is a symptom of deeper trust issues, not the root problem. Couples must address the underlying lack of trust and commitment to service rather than control, learning to speak directly and listen actively.

1 John 3:1-3 · 1 John 2:28

Lies

Feelings Are Not Facts

Emotions are gifts from God but are not reliable guides to truth. Satan uses distorted feelings about ourselves to convince us we are either worthless or invincible, but God's declaration that we are his children remains true regardless of what we feel.

Jeremiah 17:5-10 · Jeremiah 17:1-2

Lies

Follow Your Heart

The heart, though capable of authentic emotion, is fundamentally unreliable and filled with deceit; only by trusting God rather than our feelings can we find true purpose, meaning, and healing.

Mark 11:20-33

Mark

Do I Have Enough Faith?

This sermon examines Jesus's teaching on faith in Mark 11, arguing that faith is not about having perfect belief or guaranteed outcomes, but about the ongoing journey of seeking, hearing, and accepting God's voice through life's challenges.

Mark 7:24-30 · Mark 3:8

Faith Over Obstacles

This sermon examines how the Syrophoenician woman's bold faith in Jesus, despite being a Gentile outsider, demonstrates that faith trusts God's ability even when obstacles seem insurmountable and the divine plan remains unclear.

Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Hebrews

Confidence

Jesus perfectly understands human temptation and suffering, making him a compassionate high priest who invites us to approach God's throne with confidence, receiving grace and mercy rather than judgment.

Exodus 5:1-6:12 · Ephesians 3:14-21

Exodus

Disillusioned with God

Unmet expectations of God often drive discouragement, but disappointment with God signals faith seeking to deepen. God's plans are larger than we imagine, and trusting him means growing to be like Jesus rather than seeking ease.

Esther 3 · Exodus 12

Esther

Courage

This sermon examines how Mordecai's refusal to bow to Haman demonstrates that true courage demands right action even when outcomes are uncertain. Believers are called to choose courageous responses when opportunities arise, trusting in God's faithfulness.

John 2:1-11 · Isaiah 55:1

John

A Sign at a Wedding

Jesus' transformation of water into wine at Cana demonstrates the beginning of his messianic ministry and reveals his power to make all things new, calling believers to trust him for spiritual renewal.

John 6:41-59 · Exodus 3

John

Eat and Live

Jesus is the bread of life who offers eternal spiritual sustenance, not merely temporal provision. Followers must consume Jesus—trust him completely—to experience real life in every circumstance.

1 Corinthians 15:35-58

1 Corinthians

A New Body

God promises not merely immortality but transformation—a new, spiritual body suited for eternity. Believers should live with confidence in this future victory, making decisions for God while awaiting their resurrection.

Philippians 2:19-30

Philippians

Changing Plans

When plans change, our response reveals the depth of our faith. Rather than blaming God, believers can recognize His hand at work and trust His purposes in the midst of life's uncertainties.

Deuteronomy 30:11-20 · John 10

Choose Life

Following God brings real life and true happiness, not worldly prosperity or ease. Choosing to obey God means holding fast to him as the source of authentic living.

Genesis 29:1-30

Genesis

Deja Vu Again

Jacob's deception of others is turned back on him when Laban substitutes Leah for Rachel. The sermon examines how Jacob learns patience and trust in God's timing through this humbling experience.

Genesis 25:19-34 · 2 Samuel 8

Genesis

Despised

This sermon examines how Esau exchanged his birthright for immediate gratification, illustrating that long-term thinking rooted in God's trustworthiness is superior to short-term desires driven by instant gratification.

1 Kings 19:1-18

Kings

Feeling Isolated

This sermon examines how discouragement, confusion, and isolation distort our perception of truth and God's presence. The antidote is remembering God's provision, trusting his will over our expectations, and refocusing on the work God has given us to do.

Genesis 39:20b-23 · Genesis 40

Genesis

Forgotten

God remains present with his people even during prolonged trials. When circumstances are unfair and unchangeable, believers demonstrate faith through excellence in their work, maintaining trust in God's faithfulness without complaint.

Acts 16:16-40

Acts

Filled with Joy

When Paul and Silas sing praises to God while imprisoned, they demonstrate that joy in trials comes from confidence in God's control. Their song becomes a witness that transforms even their hardened jailer, showing that God uses our suffering to accomplish His purposes.

Luke 8:40-56 · Isaiah 40:25-31

Faith of Two

This sermon examines two stories of faith from Luke 8—a woman with a twelve-year illness and Jairus with his dying daughter—to show how genuine hope rests not on circumstances but on trust in Jesus' power and presence, especially when hope seems lost.

Luke 1:1-25 · Deuteronomy 18

Luke

A Birth Out of Season

God intervenes in human history at precisely the right time, answering long-standing prayers and revealing his character through miraculous birth. Believers are invited to trust his timing, remember his faithfulness, and praise him for his gracious intervention in their lives.

Luke 1:57-80

Luke

A Prophet Is Born

God fulfills his promises through John the Baptist, who will prepare the way for the Messiah. Believers are called to live expectantly, demonstrating faith in Christ's return while helping others see God's faithfulness.

Luke 1:26-56

Luke

An Angel's Visit

Mary's encounter with Gabriel reveals that Jesus' miraculous conception demands our complete allegiance to God's will, even when it brings embarrassment and social ridicule.

1 Samuel 8:1-22 · Judges 8

1 Samuel

Expectations

Expectations that life should be easy and that others have it better lead to discontentment and subtle rejection of God. The sermon challenges believers to trust God rather than chase what they see, listen to wisdom, and practice contentment.

Psalm 130

Faithfulness in the In-Between

A quiet look at long seasons of waiting and the particular care that becomes possible when we are not rushing toward the next thing.

Psalm 27 · Mark 9

Psalms

God is Light & Salvation

Fear and faith coexist in the believer's walk with God. Like David in Psalm 27, faithful people express their fears while holding fast to God's promises, knowing there is nowhere else to go.

Psalm 18:1-3 · 1 Samuel 23

Psalm

God Delivers

David stacks words to describe God's deliverance because no single word captures the depth of God's protection, strength, and faithfulness. Believers discover God's true power only through the challenges they face.

Joshua 21:43-45 · James 1:17

Joshua

God Never Fails

God is a faithful giver of good gifts and always fulfills His promises, calling believers to patience, perseverance through struggle, and trust despite human failure.

2 Kings 20:1-21

God Intervenes

Hezekiah's extended life and recovery demonstrate God's responsiveness to prayer, but his subsequent pride in displaying wealth to Babylonian visitors reveals that trusting God means refusing to take credit for His blessings.

1 Samuel 21-23

1 Samuel

God Is My Help

Through David's experiences fleeing Saul, God demonstrates his constant provision of direction, encouragement, and divine providence in difficult circumstances, calling believers to trust God's work in all situations.

Joshua 21:43-45

Joshua

God Never Fails

A summary statement at the close of the land distribution: every promise God made, he kept. A call to patience, endurance through struggle, and trust despite personal failure.

Genesis 40:1-23

God Remembers

Joseph's faithful service in prison despite injustice demonstrates that a servant's heart honors God through loyalty where you are, to those around you, even when circumstances seem hopeless.

Genesis 45:1-14 · Proverbs 19:21

Genesis

God's Plans

Through Joseph's twenty-year journey from slavery to prominence, God demonstrates his constant work to accomplish his purposes. The sermon encourages believers to trust in God's plan even amid doubt and uncertainty.

Exodus 33:14-16

God's Presence Makes the Difference

God's presence is what distinguishes his people and makes life meaningful. Without it, we lack the comfort, strength, and hope that sustain us through difficulty.

2 Kings 9:30-37 · 1 Kings 21

God's Promises

God fulfills all his promises according to his timing, not ours. Believers should live in faith, trusting that God will complete what he has pledged, especially regarding justice and his never-failing presence.

Acts 16:6-10

God's Protection

God's protection doesn't guarantee that only good things happen. Rather, faith means following God's leading and trusting him even when circumstances are difficult.

1 Corinthians 7:7-9 · 1 Corinthians 7:29-35

God's Single Servants

Paul teaches that singleness is a valid spiritual gift and calls both married and single Christians to live with undivided devotion to God, free from worldly anxiety and committed to treating singles with respect and dignity.

1 Samuel 24:1-22 · 1 Samuel 26:1-25

1 Samuel

God's Timetable

Through David's refusal to kill Saul despite repeated opportunities, this sermon demonstrates that genuine faith requires waiting on God's timing rather than taking matters into one's own hands, even when circumstances seem to justify action.

Habakkuk 3:11-19 · Habakkuk 1:1-4

Habakkuk: Prophet of God's Majesty

God is sovereign and operates according to his plan. The righteous live by faith, trusting God's timing even when evil seems to prevail, and finding ultimate confidence in Christ's death and resurrection.

Genesis 21:1-7

It's a Boy!

God fulfills his promise to Abraham and Sarah through the birth of Isaac, demonstrating that he never forgets his commitments and acts according to his perfect timing, not ours.

1 Samuel 18:1-19:24 · Psalm 59

1 Samuel

Jealousy

God's protection is diverse and instructive, demonstrated through multiple means in David's life as he faces Saul's jealous threats. Believers who remain standing through trials can trust that God has not abandoned them.

Mark 1:1-13

Mark

Jesus, the Wilderness, and the Spirit

Mark uses Old Testament allusions to reveal Jesus as God's promised Son and the fulfillment of God's plan. The sermon calls believers to trust Jesus as their new beginning, even when circumstances challenge their faith.

Matthew 1:18-25

Joseph

This sermon examines Joseph's fear in facing an impossible situation and how his faith in God's direction displaced that fear, moving him toward obedience despite uncertainty and social shame.

Genesis 29:1-30

Learning Patience

This sermon examines Jacob's willingness to work fourteen years for Rachel, illustrating how patience built on faith allows God's promises to unfold in his timing rather than our instant gratification culture.

Genesis 22:1-19 · Luke 15

Abraham

Let Go!

God's test of Abraham to sacrifice Isaac demonstrates that genuine faith requires complete obedience and trust in God rather than emotional comfort, ultimately pointing to Christ's sacrifice on Calvary.

Genesis 45:1-15

Genesis

Looking Back

This sermon examines how time and perspective reveal God's hand in our lives, especially through trials that shake us from complacency.

Mark 8:1-26 · Deuteronomy 13:2-6

Mark

Looking for a Sign

Faith must manifest itself in action and trust. Jesus calls believers to consistent faith despite spiritual blindness and the distractions of worldly concerns, remembering His past provision and following His clear vision for their lives.

Genesis 12:10-20

Lost Courage

This sermon examines Abram's failure of faith during famine, showing how even believers of great faith can lose perspective and compromise their values when focused on immediate survival rather than God's promises. Despite human unfaithfulness, God remains committed to fulfilling his covenant.

Genesis 15:1-18

Abraham

Meeting God

God is a faithful promise-keeper who binds himself to his people through covenant. Active faith means trusting God's promises and living as if his word is already certain.

Micah 5:1-5a · Micah 7:2

Micah: Prophet of God's Hope

This sermon examines Micah's messianic prophecy of a shepherd-ruler from Bethlehem (Jesus), calling listeners to trust God rather than their own strength and to find true peace and security in Christ alone.

2 Samuel 1-5 · Psalm 142:1-7

2 Samuel

New King but Same Lord

David's twenty-year journey from anointing to kingship demonstrates God's faithfulness to his promises and the importance of seeking God's direction, patience, and protecting one's family.

Luke 12:22-34

No Worries

This sermon examines Jesus's teaching on worry and possessions, arguing that kingdom-focused living eliminates fear about material needs. Followers are called to shift from accumulating wealth to generously serving the poor.

Mark 6:45-52

Open Your Heart

Unless our hearts are open to what Jesus reveals, we respond with fear rather than faith. The disciples' hardened hearts prevented them from recognizing Jesus' divinity and receiving the comfort he offered.

2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

2 Thessalonians

Perseverance

Perseverance in the Christian faith means maintaining commitment to Christ despite persecution and worldly tension, trusting that God will ultimately vindicate the faithful and punish those who reject Him. Believers are called to live in a way that glorifies Christ until His return.

2 Samuel 22:2-20 · 2 Samuel 22:21-31

Praise

This sermon uses David's song of praise in 2 Samuel 22 to explore God's attributes—security, light, strength, and hope—and calls the congregation to trust God through difficult circumstances.

2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4

Questioned Motives

When falsely accused, Christians should defend themselves by pointing to God's promises and the Holy Spirit's presence, while also examining their own lives and choosing to believe the best in one another rather than spreading unfounded accusations.

Luke 7:1-10 · Luke 4:18-19

Real Faith

A centurion's humble recognition of Jesus' authority across spiritual realms astonishes Christ and exemplifies the real faith believers need—trust that transcends physical presence and earthly limitations.

2 Samuel 15:1-16:14 · Psalm 51

2 Samuel

Rebellion

David faces rebellion from his son Absalom but continues to trust God and wait faithfully. The sermon examines how genuine faith is demonstrated not in prosperity but in remaining obedient to God during hardship.

2 Samuel 16:15-19:8

Rebellion Ends

David faces rebellion from his son Absalom and discovers God's provision through unexpected allies, daily circumstances, and divine protection—even in the midst of consequences for his own sin.

John 11:1-44

John Gospel

Resurrection

Jesus weeps at death's power but demonstrates through raising Lazarus that he is the resurrection and the life, calling believers to trust that death will not have the final word.

Judges 16:4-21

Judges

Revealing Too Much

Samson's downfall through Delilah illustrates how playing with sin and trusting in ourselves rather than God leads to destruction. Believers must flee temptation and remember that true strength comes from dependence on God, not self-confidence.

2 Samuel 12:15-25

Riding Out the Storm

When David faces the consequences of his sin—the death of his child—he responds not with bitterness but with faith, trusting in God's goodness. The sermon examines how suffering consequences of sin humbles us, isolates us, and reveals God's character.

Genesis 27:41-28:9

Genesis

Running from Trouble

Isaac's faith stands in stark contrast to his sons' selfishness and deceit. Though neither Jacob nor Esau demonstrates faith, Isaac trusts God's promises and blesses Jacob anyway, reminding us that true faith acts on what we cannot see rather than what we can.

Ecclesiastes 1:1-11

Ecclesiastes

Search for Meaning

This sermon examines the author of Ecclesiastes' search for life's purpose through wealth, pleasure, work, and wisdom, concluding that ultimate meaning cannot be found in earthly pursuits but only in relationship with God.

2 Kings 1:1-18

Searching for Answers

God will not tolerate idolatry and demands exclusive allegiance. King Ahaziah's refusal to consult God and his pursuit of Baal-Zebub instead demonstrates that God alone knows our hearts and provides true answers.

2 Kings 19:14-19

Seeking God's Deliverance

This sermon examines Hezekiah's response to Sennacherib's threats, showing that seeking God's deliverance means trusting in God as the only true God and viewing reality through faith rather than worldly power.

John 10:1-21 · Psalm 23

Shepherd

Jesus is the good shepherd who calls his sheep by name and leads them to safety. Believers must learn to distinguish his voice from the destructive voices of the enemy and follow him alone.

Psalm 37

Song of Justice

This sermon examines how to respond when the wicked prosper and injustice seems unchecked. The psalmist calls the righteous to trust God, delight in him, wait patiently, and respond with generosity rather than anger, confident that God will ultimately bring justice.

Psalm 90

Song of Life

Recognizing life's brevity and God's eternity reorients us toward purposeful living and deeper trust. When we number our days wisely, we find meaning not in worldly comfort but in God's love and eternal perspective.

Psalm 34 · 1 Peter 2:3

Song of Living

When pressured, David abandoned his principles through deception, yet God remained faithful. This sermon examines how returning to trust in God—despite past unfaithfulness—reveals his goodness and invites us to taste and know his faithfulness.

Psalm 55 · 1 Peter 5:7

Song of Prayer

When facing betrayal, loss, and despair, David's prayer in Psalm 55 models honest crying out to God and trusting Him to sustain us through impossible situations.

Psalm 27

Song of Trust

This sermon examines Psalm 27 as a declaration of trust in God during life's darkest moments. True faith means praying with honest emotion, waiting patiently for God's deliverance, and responding to suffering with confidence rather than fear.

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

2 Thessalonians

Standing Firm

Paul encourages the Thessalonians to stand firm in their faith by reminding them that Jesus loves them, God has saved them, and God has called them to share in Christ's glory—truths that should give them unshakeable confidence regardless of their circumstances.

Joshua 1:1-9 · Deuteronomy 34:10-12

Joshua

Strength

This sermon examines how God's unchanging promises and presence provide strength for life's transitions. Like Joshua stepping into leadership, believers today can find courage through God's assurance to never abandon them.

Joshua 1:1-9 · Deuteronomy 34:10-12

Joshua

Strong and Courageous

Spiritual strength comes from trusting God's promises and listening only to him. As Joshua faced leadership transition, God assured him of his constant presence—a promise extended to believers today through Christ.

Sunday Night Devotional Honoring Seniors

This devotional examines how change, though often uncomfortable, is essential for spiritual growth and maturity. God calls us to extend beyond our comfort zones and trust Him as He shapes us into the image of His Son.

Genesis 8:22

The Changing of the Seasons

God's promise of seasonal consistency reflects his faithful heart and offers us stability and assurance. Like the turning seasons, our walk with God requires consistent commitment to the one whose promises never fail.

Isaiah 40:28-31 · Isaiah 40:13-15

The Dependable God

When circumstances suggest God has abandoned us, Isaiah calls us to look beyond our immediate struggles and recognize God's vast power and wisdom. Trusting God means waiting on him even when we don't understand his ways.

Amos 5:1-17

Amos

The Funeral

This sermon examines how prosperity can blind us to sin and injustice. It calls believers to seek God actively through constant companionship with Him and to pursue justice for the oppressed.

Luke 17:20-37

The Invisible Kingdom

Jesus warns that his kingdom is spiritual, not physical, and believers must stay alert for his return rather than getting lulled into complacency by routine life. Divided loyalty to the world leaves us unprepared to meet him.

Matthew 6:25-34

Sermon on the Mount

The King's Children Do Not Worry

Jesus commands his followers not to worry about life's necessities, pointing to God's faithful provision for birds and flowers. By seeking God's kingdom and righteousness first, believers find contentment and freedom from anxiety.

Judges 7:1-25

Judges

The Lord Delivers

God prepares his people for victory by reducing their numbers and testing their faith, demonstrating that triumph belongs to him alone, not to human strength or ability.

Joshua 3:1-17

Joshua

The Power of God

When facing unprecedented transitions, God calls His people to consecrate themselves, exalt Him, and trust His leading. The sermon challenges believers to empty themselves of personal agendas and watch God work.

James 5:13-20 · Mark 2

James

The Prayer of Faith

This sermon examines how faith-filled prayer reaches God's heart and brings His power into our lives. True prayer changes things—not by guaranteeing what we want, but by aligning us with God's will and healing, whether physically or spiritually.

1 Samuel 28:1-25

The Psychic Hotline

This sermon examines Saul's desperate turn to witchcraft when God withdraws from him, illustrating that separation from God's voice is worse than any earthly trouble. Believers are called to respond immediately to God's word rather than delay and risk spiritual alienation.

Habakkuk 1-3 · 1 Corinthians 15:24-27

Habakkuk

The Righteous Shall Live By Faith

This sermon examines Habakkuk's complaints about evil and injustice, showing that God's answer is not the removal of evil but the call for the righteous to live faithfully despite confusion and pain. God is sovereign, cares deeply, and works purposefully across generations to accomplish his will.

Genesis 18:1-15

The Three Visitors

God physically visits Abraham to renew His promise of a son, demonstrating through three pointed questions that nothing is too hard for the Lord and calling believers to renewed faith in His impossible promises.

2 Kings 2:1-18

The Torch Is Passed

This sermon examines how God demonstrates his continued presence and power through Elijah's ascension and Elisha's succession, emphasizing that believers must stay close to God and respect his word to receive his blessings.

Luke 24:13-35

Together Again

This sermon examines how the disciples' unmet expectations led to despair on the road to Emmaus, teaching that walking by faith means trusting in God's plans even when they contradict our sight and circumstances.

Genesis 12:1-9 · Genesis 22:2

Traveling By Faith

God's call to Abraham demonstrates that faith—not possessions, family, or security—is the only lasting foundation for life. Believers today are similarly called to trust God's direction and testify to his presence, knowing that what we build on faith endures while earthly holdings fade.

John 12:12-36 · Zechariah 9:9

John Gospel

Triumph

Jesus enters Jerusalem to popular acclaim but calls his followers to costly discipleship and faith. True seeing of Jesus requires dying to self and trusting him when life contradicts our expectations.

2 Chronicles 14:1-16:12

Trusting God

This sermon examines how Asa's shift from trusting God to trusting his own strength and human kingdoms cost him God's favor. Believers must recognize that ease and comfort come from God and intentionally depend on him rather than the visible world around them.

Acts 12 · Psalm 3:5

Under Fire

This sermon examines Peter's miraculous deliverance from prison in Acts 12 to demonstrate that God remains active and watchful in believers' lives even during persecution and trial, calling Christians to trust God's purposes and pray with genuine faith.

2 Kings 13:10-25

Underestimating God's Intent

This sermon examines how Jehoash's half-hearted obedience to Elisha's command to strike arrows demonstrates that trusting ourselves is easier than trusting God, yet incomplete faith forfeits God's full blessing.

2 Kings 6:8-23

Unseen Army

This sermon examines how spiritual realities, though invisible, shape our world more profoundly than physical circumstances. By opening our eyes to God's presence and power, we learn to pray with faith and view life from an eternal perspective.

Hebrews 12:1-3 · Hebrews 11:1-40

Victorious Faith

This sermon examines faith as the secure connection between the believer and God's unseen promises, demonstrated through biblical examples and culminating in Jesus as the ultimate model of enduring faith.

Numbers 11:4-31

Wanting What You Have

This sermon examines the Israelites' complaint about manna and God's response, teaching that contentment comes from trusting God's provision rather than coveting what we lack or remembering what we've lost.

Romans 8:28-39 · Job

What Is Wrong?

Suffering is not always a sign of hidden sin. This sermon examines how God works through suffering to strengthen believers, using Jesus's example and biblical promises of God's unfailing love.

James 4:13-17

James

What Is Your Life?

This sermon challenges believers to stop living with arrogance and self-centered plans, recognizing that life is brief and unpredictable. We are called to submit our plans to God's will and live each day as a gift from him.

2 Samuel 7

When God Says No

When our desires conflict with God's will, we must trust his sovereignty and wait for his direction rather than presuming to act on good motives alone. True trust means accepting his 'no' with praise.

Philippians 3:10-16 · 2 Corinthians 12

Philippians

Where To?

This sermon challenges the false belief that working for God guarantees comfort and success, arguing instead that suffering and struggle are integral to spiritual growth. It calls congregations to persevere in their mission to love and reach others, trusting God's promises despite difficulties and setbacks.

Genesis 22:1-19 · John 3:16

Who Are You Really?

This sermon examines Abraham's test to demonstrate that times of testing reveal and strengthen our true character and faith. Through difficulty, we discover whether we trust God or ourselves.

1 Corinthians 7:7-9 · 1 Corinthians 7:29-35

God's Desire for Singles

Paul teaches that both single and married Christians should live with an eternal perspective, free from anxiety and devoted entirely to God's kingdom rather than earthly distractions.

2 Corinthians 12:1-10 · 2 Corinthians 11:16-30

Prayers and God's Answers

God answers all prayers, though not always as we desire. Through Paul's example of his thorn and suffering, this sermon examines how accepting God's answers—especially his 'no'—allows divine strength to be revealed through human weakness.

Mark 10:13-16

Simple Faith

Childlike faith is humble trust in God without needing all the answers. Jesus calls believers to embrace simple, dependent trust like children rather than demanding intellectual certainty.

Mark 5:21-43

Mark

Two Daughters

This sermon explores two intertwined stories of healing in Mark 5, examining how Jesus brings hope to those experiencing hopelessness through waiting and faith. The parallel suffering of two unnamed daughters—one bleeding for twelve years, one dying—reveals God's intimate knowledge and care, calling believers to trust despite circumstances.

Mark 4:35-41 · Psalm 89:5-9

Mark

Who Is This?

Through the account of Jesus calming the storm, this sermon examines how the disciples' fear reveals their incomplete faith despite witnessing Jesus' power, challenging believers to recognize Jesus' identity as God and trust Him beyond what circumstances appear to show.

Mark 14:32-42

Why?

When suffering comes, followers of Jesus must choose to accept God's will through faith and obedience, as Jesus demonstrated in Gethsemane by surrendering his desire for deliverance to his Father's purpose.

Matthew 6:5-15

Why Pray?

Jesus teaches that prayer must flow from right motives centered on God's honor, not personal glory. True prayer seeks God's kingdom and will while trusting his provision and guidance.

Isaiah 7:1-8:10 · 2 Kings 16:7-9

Isaiah

Immanuel

When facing overwhelming circumstances, short-term perspective tempts us to rely on worldly solutions rather than trust God's broader plan. True faith means believing God sees what we cannot and acting on that trust despite our doubts.

Isaiah 31:1-3 · Isaiah 30:15-18

Isaiah

Learning to Wait

God longs to be gracious and waits for us to trust Him rather than the visible world. True trust means waiting on God's action instead of pursuing short-term solutions, depending on Him rather than our own wisdom.

Romans 15:14-33

Romans

Planning

Paul shares his missionary plans with the church, demonstrating that while believers should make plans, trusting God means allowing him to redirect those plans according to his purposes for our good and his glory.

Isaiah 12:1-6 · Isaiah 10:20

Isaiah

Sing for Joy

This sermon examines Isaiah's promise of a righteous king from Jesse's line who brings harmony and peace, calling believers to trust God over visible circumstances and to respond with joy and praise despite uncertainty.

Romans 11:1-36

Romans

The Mind of God

God remains faithful to his plan and extends mercy to all—both Jews and Gentiles—though faith in that mercy is always a personal choice. Even when we cannot understand God's motives, we are called to trust and love him.

Romans 9:1-29

Romans

Things I Don't Understand

This sermon explores how God's sovereignty and human choice coexist in Romans 9, urging listeners to trust God's wisdom even when they cannot fully understand his ways.

Isaiah 45:20-25 · Isaiah 44-45

Isaiah

Your Choice

God reveals himself as Creator, Lord, and Redeemer—controlling past, future, and redemption. Our choice to trust God doesn't change his character but fundamentally changes who we become.

Acts 16:16-40 · Psalm 107

Acts

Joy at Midnight

This sermon examines Paul and Silas singing in jail, revealing that joy comes through confidence in God's control rather than circumstances. Even difficult experiences serve God's redemptive purposes for those around us.

Acts 17:16-34

The Leaf

God is near and must be actively sought. Believers are called to pursue him with the same intentionality they pursue other important things, finding in him the confidence to point others toward the Creator.

Hebrews 3:1-19 · Numbers 12:6-8

Hebrews

Living Life with Jesus in View

Jesus is superior to Moses, and faith in him demands unwavering trust and courage. Believers must check their motives, encourage one another, and choose Jesus over all competing allegiances.

Exodus 12:29-51

Exodus

Seeking God

God judges Egypt's gods and fulfills his promise to free Israel. Like Pharaoh, we eventually recognize God's supremacy over our false gods and must surrender to his rule rather than our own plans.

Exodus 17:8-16

Exodus

The Battle Belongs to the Lord

This sermon examines how God—not military skill or human resources—is the source of strength and victory. Believers facing life's obstacles find their power not in substitutes like inner strength, law, or politics, but in dependence on God.

Exodus 3:7-22

Exodus

The God of Promise

God's name—I AM—reveals him as the eternal promise keeper who works through his people despite challenges. Trust in his presence and strength, not ease.

Exodus 2:11-25

Exodus

The God Who Hears

God acts according to his own timing, not ours. As Moses and Israel learned through suffering and exile, believers must trust God's plan even when circumstances seem hopeless.

Exodus 4:18-31

Exodus

The God Who Is to Be Obeyed

This sermon examines Moses' journey to Egypt and the circumcision of Gershom, demonstrating that God expects obedience and that casual attitudes toward Him must give way to reverent trust.

Exodus 1:1-22 · Genesis 2:6

Exodus

The God Who Seems Absent

God remains active and faithful even when He appears silent during suffering. Believers are called to live by faith, trusting that God works through oppression and hardship for ultimate good.

Lamentations 3:19-30

Lamentations

God Is Faithful

God's faithfulness remains constant even in despair and suffering. Through Jeremiah's testimony and Jesus's death and resurrection, believers discover that God's unchanging nature provides hope and stability amid life's uncertainties.

Esther 7:1-10 · Esther 8:1-17

Esther

Living By Faith

This sermon examines how Esther and Mordecai demonstrate faith while living with uncertain outcomes. True faith persists through testing, trusting God's goodness regardless of circumstances.

Ruth 3

Ruth

Opportunities Are God's Gifts

This sermon examines how Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz recognize and act on opportunities as divine gifts, demonstrating integrity and faith even amid uncertainty and unconventional circumstances.

James 5:13-20

James

Praying with Faith

Praying with faith is not about setting God free to work but about setting us free to trust. Prayer changes us, releasing us from self-centered thinking and enabling deeper trust in God's purposes.

Ruth 1:1-22

Ruth

When God Fails

When life's devastations threaten to overwhelm us, our anger at God paradoxically reveals faith—we blame him because we believe he is real and capable. Though God's silence feels final, his provision quietly unfolds in daily circumstances.

Matthew 6:5-15 · Habakkuk 1:2

Basics

Prayer

This sermon examines prayer as an expression of dependency on God, addressing common challenges and misconceptions. It calls believers to persistent, faithful prayer even when answers seem delayed or different from expectations.

John 10:1-21 · Psalm 23

John

Shepherd

Jesus is the good shepherd who leads his sheep to safety and abundant life. Believers must hear his voice and reject the destructive lies of the enemy.

Matthew 6:25-34 · Isaiah 46:9-10

Basics

The Providence of God

God knows all things, works in the world to accomplish his purposes, and provides for what we need. Though we possess genuine free will, trusting God means learning to cooperate with his will and finding joy in desiring what he desires.

Luke 13:1-5 · John 9:1-5

Basics

Why Does Evil Exist?

Evil exists because God grants humans free will to choose love or harm, and suffering in a fallen world can reveal God's glory and draw believers deeper into faith and trust.

Deuteronomy 25:13-19 · Exodus 17:8-16

Deuteronomy

Honesty and the Promise of God

God fulfills his promises across generations, even when his plan takes centuries to complete. The sermon calls believers to trust God's faithfulness and follow him obediently, remembering that he accomplishes what he intends.

John 11:1-44

John

Life Wins!!

Jesus demonstrates his power over death by raising Lazarus, calling believers to trust him even when God's work doesn't match their expectations. Death has lost its sting; life wins.

John 20:31 · Acts 2:32-33

The Holy Spirit and the Miraculous

While miracles served God's purposes in Scripture—confirming Jesus and fulfilling prophecy—they are no longer needed or valid today because the final revelation has come, no qualified persons remain to perform them, and believers should trust Scripture rather than demand supernatural signs.

John 10:1-21 · Psalm 23

Whose Voice Do You Hear?

Jesus identifies himself as the good shepherd who calls his sheep by name and leads them to safety. The sermon challenges listeners to recognize and follow only Jesus's voice rather than the destructive voices of doubt, fear, and shame that Satan uses to deceive and destroy.

Luke 13:1-5 · John 9:1-5

Why Does Evil Exist?

Evil's existence challenges God's goodness, but Scripture teaches that suffering serves a purpose—drawing us closer to faith and revealing God's glory. Trusting God through suffering ultimately brings good from our trials.

Deuteronomy 25:13-19 · Exodus 17

Deuteronomy

Honesty and the Promise of God

God's promise to judge the Amalekites, fulfilled centuries later through Saul and Mordecai, demonstrates that God is utterly faithful and trustworthy even when his purposes unfold over generations.

Deuteronomy 2:2-3:29

Deuteronomy

Trust and Obey

This sermon examines Israel's obedience in conquering the Transjordan region, arguing that obedience to God demands struggle and cost, and warning that material blessing can become a curse if mistaken for deserved comfort rather than calling us to renewed faithfulness.

Deuteronomy 6:1-9 · Deuteronomy 5:22

God's Desire for Parents

Parents are called to intentionally teach God's commands to their children throughout daily life, motivated by having encountered God's glory themselves. While godly parenting offers no guarantee of a child's faith, parents must release shame over their children's choices and trust God with the outcome.

Genesis 16:1-16

Genesis

I'll Do It Myself

Impatience with God's promises leads to poor decisions. Abram and Sarah's attempt to fulfill God's promise through human effort results in heartache, but God's sovereignty remains unchanged and His care extends even to those forgotten by others.

Genesis 12:10-20

Genesis

Lost Courage

This sermon examines Abram's failure of faith during famine, when he abandoned God's promise and deceived Pharaoh to survive. Though Abram forgot God's covenant, God remained faithful and redirected him back to his calling.

Habakkuk 1:12-2:1 · Genesis 15:6

Habakkuk

Perplexed

When life feels unfair and God's answers confuse us, the righteous must live by faith in God's character and timing rather than understanding.

Habakkuk 3:1-19 · John 17

Habakkuk

Praise God Anyway

Though life brings suffering and injustice, God's faithfulness throughout history calls believers to trust and praise him anyway, discovering joy rooted not in circumstances but in God's power and glory.

1 Thessalonians 2:17-20 · Acts 17

1 Thessalonians

The Crown

Paul's separation from the Thessalonians reflects his deep love and reveals that God's work continues wherever we are placed. Believers should invest in people and trust God's purpose even when plans are thwarted.

Habakkuk 1:1-11 · Exodus 16:28

When God Seems Unfair

When God Seems Unfair

When evil persists and God's response seems delayed or wrong, faith is challenged. Yet questioning God within trust is appropriate, and God works even when silent, carrying out purposes beyond our understanding.

Genesis 22:1-19 · John 3:16

Who Are You Really?

God tests Abraham's faith to reveal his true character and dependence on God rather than circumstances. Spiritual tests prove who we really trust and point to Jesus as God's ultimate provision.

Hebrews 6:13-20 · Genesis 22

God's Promises

God Is a Promise Keeper

God makes promises secured by his own character and cannot lie. Believers find confidence and hope by trusting in God's unchangeable promises, especially the promise of eternal life with him.

1 Corinthians 10:1-13

God Promises Escape

When tempted to sin, God promises to provide a way of escape and the strength to endure the consequences of saying no, not removal of difficulty itself.

Hebrews 13:5-6 · Deuteronomy 31:6

God's Promise

God Promises to Be With Me

God promises never to abandon His people, and this promise produces confidence that displaces fear. Believers can trust God's presence even when circumstances remain difficult.

Romans 8:18-39

God's Promise

God Promises to Work for Our Good

God takes all suffering and disappointment in life and works it for believers' ultimate good—shaping them into the image of Jesus. The sermon calls Christians to trust God's promises with confidence, knowing nothing can separate them from Christ's love.

2 Kings 6:8-23

Kings

Perspective

God's spiritual army surrounds and protects His people, and faith opens our eyes to see beyond the physical world to the unseen spiritual realm where real power resides.

2 Kings 1:1-18

Kings

Searching for Answers

This sermon examines Ahaziah's misplaced trust in false gods and God's supreme knowledge and control, challenging believers to seek answers in God rather than lesser sources and to serve him with unreserved obedience.

Genesis 50:15-21 · Genesis 47:9

Genesis

Grace

This sermon examines how uncertainty about God's forgiveness reflects a misunderstanding of grace. Like Joseph's brothers who feared revenge despite his clear forgiveness, believers often live in fear and self-condemnation rather than embracing the freedom and assurance that God's grace offers.

Genesis 45:1-15

Genesis

Looking Back

This sermon examines Joseph's revelation to his brothers and demonstrates how God works through difficult circumstances. Believers are called to trust God's plan even when they don't understand the present moment.

Mark 9:14-32

Mark

Mark 7

This sermon examines Jesus' power over evil through his healing of a demon-possessed boy, demonstrating that only Jesus can truly meet our deepest needs and overcome the forces that attack us.

Proverbs 3:1-12 · Proverbs 1:7

Proverbs

Proverbs 2

The wise person plans consistently while seeking God's way, trusting his perspective above their own understanding and submitting their plans to his will through prayer and faith.

Mark 13:1-27 · Daniel 9

Mark

Stay Focused

Jesus warns his disciples that the temple will be destroyed and calls them to trust in him rather than externals. The sermon challenges believers to keep their focus on Christ's return and not be distracted by worldly events.

Genesis 37 · Genesis 15:12-16

Genesis

Suffering and Faith

God's plan unfolds through Joseph's suffering, demonstrating that He works even when His presence seems uncertain and that faith means trusting Him in silence.

Mark 1:1-13 · Isaiah 40:3

Mark

The Beginning

Mark's Gospel opens by identifying Jesus as God's Son through John's ministry and Jesus's baptism and desert temptation, establishing that God's people—like Jesus—are tested in wilderness experiences to deepen their trust and alignment with God.

Mark 4:35-5:20

Mark

Who Is This?

This sermon examines Jesus's power over nature, demons, disease, and death as revealed in Mark 4:35–5:20, inviting listeners to be amazed anew by his identity as the Son of God and to trust him as Lord.

Luke 24:1-8 · Genesis 22

Purpose

Living in a Saturday World

We live in a Saturday world—the day of silence between defeat and victory—but we can trust that deliverance is coming and wait with anticipation rather than despair or denial.

Numbers 13:30 · Numbers 14:24

Purpose

Living in Hope

This sermon examines how hope grounded in God's promises sustains faith through long seasons of waiting. By fixing our eyes on God's faithfulness, we can endure present difficulties and remain focused on glorifying Him.

Philippians 4:4-9

Purpose

Living with Worry

This sermon examines how worry steals joy and peace from believers. By focusing on God's nearness, replacing anxious thoughts with truth, and sharing burdens with others, Christians can experience the joy and peace that glorify God.

Deuteronomy 34:10-12 · Joshua 1:5-10

Transition

None Like Moses

Transitions threaten security and invite comparison, but God's presence and promises provide courage. Joshua succeeded Moses not by matching his predecessor but by faithfully following God's leading.

Acts 12:1-19

Acts

Peter's Escape

This sermon examines Peter's miraculous prison escape and Herod's death to demonstrate that God's ways exceed human understanding. True faith means trusting God even when life is unfair and questions go unanswered.

Acts 2:42-47 · Acts 4:32-35

Acts

Sharing

Early believers shared generously from awe of God and trust in his provision rather than hoarding possessions for security. Developing a sharing heart means recognizing God's power and letting go of material accumulation.

Acts 1:12-26

Acts

Waiting

This sermon examines how the early church waited for God's direction through unified prayer and engagement with Scripture, teaching believers that waiting is active dependence on God rather than passive idleness.

Luke 12:13-34

I Want More

This sermon examines how desire for possessions reflects misplaced trust and prevents dependence on God. True security comes through valuing God's kingdom and treating ourselves as His dependent flock rather than seeking to control outcomes through accumulation.

Luke 13:22-35

Opportunity

Jesus offers an open door to God's kingdom feast, but the opportunity is temporary. Rejection of this invitation results in exclusion from God's blessing, while acceptance means entering into relationship with the Lord.

Luke 20:27-40 · Deuteronomy 25:5-6

The Afterlife

Jesus responds to the Sadducees' challenge about the resurrection by affirming that eternal life exists for those who follow God, proving himself the only true guide and offering hope that believers will be reunited with loved ones.

Luke 7:1-10 · Mark 6:6

The Day Jesus Was Amazed

This sermon examines the centurion's faith that amazed Jesus—a bold, humble trust in Christ's authority despite being an outsider to Jewish tradition. It contrasts his faith with the disbelief of those with every advantage to believe.

Luke 22:31-46

The Garden

This sermon contrasts Jesus's humble, prayerful preparation for the cross with the disciples' arrogant confidence, showing that true readiness depends on dependence on God's strength, not our own.

Luke 17:20-37

The Kingdom and Justice

Jesus reveals that the kingdom is present in him, not a future event, and calls disciples to trust him through trials rather than cling to the world's security.

1 Corinthians 7:8-9 · 1 Corinthians 7:25-35

Family

God's Desire for Singles

This sermon examines God's affirmation of singleness as a legitimate calling and gift, urging the church to honor singles as full members of God's family while calling singles to trust God's timing and serve with undivided devotion to the Lord.

Luke 4:1-13 · Genesis 3

Luke

Temptation

Jesus withstands the same temptations that defeated Adam, demonstrating his true Sonship and showing believers how to trust God, worship him alone, and resist testing his goodness.

1 Samuel 12:16-25

1 Samuel

Fear

Worldly fear robs us of worship and leads to selfish choices that dishonor God, while the fear of God—awe and wonder—produces faith, prayer, and surrender to his will.

2 Samuel 7 · Ephesians 3:14-21

God Does More

When God says no to our plans, even with pure motives, He often has something far greater in mind. David's rejection of building God a house becomes God's opportunity to promise an eternal dynasty, teaching us to trust God's vision beyond our own.

2 Samuel 22:2-20 · 2 Samuel 22:21-31

Praise

This sermon uses David's song of praise in 2 Samuel 22 to explore how God provides security, light, strength, and hope. Listeners are invited to trust God with their uncertainties and difficulties, making David's faith their own.

2 Samuel 12:15-25

Riding Out the Storm

When sin brings painful consequences, believers face a choice between bitterness and faith. David's response to his child's death—from desperate prayer to humble acceptance and praise—demonstrates trust in God's goodness even in judgment.

1 Samuel 28:3-25

1 Samuel

Witch Way to Go

This sermon examines Saul's desperate consultation with a medium and contrasts his separation from God with David's trust, illustrating that nothing is worse than abandonment by God and urging believers to obey God's voice immediately.