Community Church - Sermons

The journey through the Sermon on the Mount brings us to a crucial teaching in Matthew 7:1-11, where Jesus addresses the theme of judgment and discernment. The call is not to abandon all evaluation or to live passively in the world, but to approach others with humility, self-awareness, and a deep sense of our own need for grace. Jesus warns against the hypocrisy of judging others while ignoring ou...

Today’s focus is on the often-overlooked spiritual discipline of fasting, as taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. Fasting, along with prayer and giving, forms the heart of a vibrant Christian life. While prayer and giving are commonly practiced and discussed, fasting has largely fallen by the wayside, both in our culture and in the church. Yet, Jesus places it on equal footing with the othe...

Today’s focus is on the heart of prayer as Jesus teaches in the Sermon on the Mount. Prayer is not meant to be a performance for others, but an authentic, private conversation with our Heavenly Father. Jesus warns against praying for the admiration of people or using empty, repetitive words to sound spiritual. Instead, the invitation is to come before God with sincerity, seeking connection rather...

Today’s reflection centers on the heart behind our giving and the difference between outward acts of charity and genuine generosity. We began by looking at two modern examples: Chuck Finny, who quietly gave away his fortune to help others, and Mark Zuckerberg, who pledged to donate most of his wealth but did so in a way that kept control and public attention. These stories set the stage for Jesus’...

“Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.” - Matthew 5:48

Today’s passage from Matthew 5:21-32 invites us to look beyond the surface of our actions and examine the true state of our hearts. Jesus challenges the mindset that righteousness is simply about avoiding the “big sins” like murder or adultery. Instead, He reveals that the law was always meant to point us toward a deeper transformation—a heart that reflects God’s own character. In a culture, both...

In a world that often resists the message of Christ, God is calling each of us to step out boldly and live as citizens of His kingdom, wherever He has placed us. The call is not to imitate the unique ministry of someone like Charlie Kirk, but to be faithful and unashamed in our own spheres, letting the light of Christ shine through our lives. Jesus, in the Sermon on the Mount, defines what it mean...

The journey through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-16 reveals a radical call to live differently from the world. From the very beginning, God’s desire has been for His people to be set apart, not conforming to the patterns of those around them. This call to distinctiveness is not about outward appearances or mere religious activity, but about a deep, inner transformation that begins with recognizin...

The call to “be the church” is not just about attending a service or belonging to a group, but about living out an active, engaged faith as part of Christ’s body. Every believer, upon surrendering to Jesus, is not only welcomed into the universal and local church but is also called to participate, to serve, and to use the unique gifts God has given. Too often, church is seen as a spectator event,...

Today’s focus is on the truth that we are built to belong—created by God to live life together as a spiritual family. The Christian life is not meant to be lived in isolation, but in deep, authentic community with one another. Just as a single coal quickly grows cold when separated from the fire, so too does our faith lose its vibrancy when we try to walk alone. The early church in Acts 2 gives us...

Committing to the church is not just about signing your name on a membership list or attending services; it’s about surrendering your life to Christ and becoming a living sacrifice, daily choosing to walk in His ways. The journey begins with recognizing our need for Jesus, confessing our sins, and inviting Him to be Lord of our lives. This is the foundation of being part of the universal church, b...

As we gathered, I invited us to reflect on what it truly means to be the church—not just in a universal sense, but as a local body of believers. While every Christian worldwide is part of Christ’s universal church, the practical, tangible expression of that reality is found in our local gatherings, like ours here at 317 County Road 303. In today’s culture, it’s easy to treat church like a buffet,...

The church is not a human invention or a social club, but a living, spiritual family founded by God Himself. From the very beginning, God’s eternal plan has included the church, and Jesus Christ is both its cornerstone and its head. This means that every believer, regardless of background, culture, or tradition, is joined together as one body under Christ’s authority. The church is not limited by...

Today’s focus is on the reality and significance of the second coming of Christ, and the events that will precede it. The teaching begins by affirming that, as believers, we already share in Christ’s victory. However, this victory does not exempt us from the trials and tribulations that will come upon the world before Christ’s return. Scripture, especially Matthew 24 and 25, makes it clear that th...

Victorious living is not about achieving a life free from struggle or pain, but about living in the reality of Christ’s victory, no matter our circumstances. When we surrender our lives to Jesus, we are not simply making a decision to follow a set of rules or to improve ourselves; we are choosing a new Master. This surrender is not partial or conditional—it is an unconditional surrender, much like...

After coming to faith in Christ, the question naturally arises: what now? Scripture gives us clear direction for life after salvation. We are called to present our bodies as living sacrifices, wholly devoted to God. This means our lives are no longer our own; we belong to Christ, bought with His blood. Our daily choices, actions, and even our physical bodies are to be used for His glory. This is n...

When a person receives Jesus Christ by faith, a profound transformation takes place: the old life passes away, and a new life begins. This is not simply about adding Jesus to an already existing lifestyle, but about surrendering one’s entire life to Him. The difference is crucial—rather than fitting Jesus into our plans, we are called to step into His life, allowing Him to shape our goals, desires...

“For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.” -Philippians 1:6

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light…” – 1 Peter 2:9

Today is a day to honor fathers, but also to acknowledge the reality that none of us are perfect. Every dad carries regrets, failures, and moments of brokenness, yet God is not limited by our imperfections. In fact, God specializes in using broken people—imperfect fathers, flawed men, and those who feel disqualified by their past. Throughout history, God has fulfilled His purposes through men who...

The story of Oskar Schindler, a man who risked everything to save Jewish lives during World War II, serves as a powerful illustration of transformation and sacrificial love. Initially motivated by self-interest, Schindler’s heart changed as he witnessed the suffering around him, leading him to spend all he had to protect those in danger. This story echoes the greater reality of what Christ has don...

“God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM’, and He said, ‘Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” - Exodus 3:14

“The heavens are telling of the glory of God; And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands. Day to day pours forth speech, And night to night reveals knowledge.” - Psalms 19:1-2

"Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 'Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.'" - Proverbs 31:28-29

“Therefore be patient, brethren until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently for it until it receives the early and latter rain. - James 5:7