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Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 Date: May 31, 2026 In this sermon, Warren Harvey continues a series on Matthew 24–25 and focuses on the parable of the talents in Matthew 25. He explains the parable in the context of Jesus’ return and says it calls believers not only to watchfulness, but also to faithful service while waiting. The sermon describes the master as Christ and the servants as those in his h...

Date: May 17, 2026 In this sermon, the pastor reflects on the tendency to delay important matters and uses Matthew 24 to emphasize Jesus’ warning that no one knows the day or hour of his return. The sermon contrasts ordinary life before the flood with the need for readiness, using Noah’s days to show that Christ’s coming will be unexpected and that salvation comes through Christ in the midst of ju...

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-22:14 Date: April 19, 2026 In this sermon, we explore Matthew chapters 21 and 22, where Jesus uses powerful parables to challenge the religious leaders and reveal key truths about the kingdom of God. We examine the parable of two sons, which contrasts outward appearances with genuine obedience; the unfaithful vineyard tenants, highlighting Israel's history of rejecting God...

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-46 Date: April 26, 2026 This sermon explores Matthew chapter 22, highlighting Jesus' interactions with religious leaders during Passover week in Jerusalem. It begins with His entry into the city and the ensuing tension with authorities. The Pharisees and Herodians attempt to trap Jesus with a question about taxes, but He deftly affirms God's authority. The Sadducees challe...

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-27 Date: April 12, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew chapter 21, highlighting Jesus's entry into Jerusalem and the significance of Palm Sunday in acknowledging His messianic role. The message analyzes the cleansing of the temple as a prophetic act against insincere worship, challenging the congregation to consider the authenticity of their spiritual practices. The symbolis...

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9 Date: April 5, 2026 In this sermon, we examine 1 Peter 1:3-9, where the Apostle Peter offers encouragement to a community facing trials. I discuss the concept of "living hope" rooted in God's mercy and the assurance offered through Jesus' resurrection. We explore how trials refine our faith and lead to profound joy, alongside the promise of an eternal inheritance that sust...

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11 Date: March 29, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew 21, focusing on the significance of Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem as a key moment in the Gospel narrative. Highlighting the intentional fulfillment of prophecy, the discussion emphasizes Jesus's identity as the Messiah and son of David amidst the chaotic backdrop of Passover. The sermon explores how His choice to...

Scripture: Matthew 20 Date: March 22, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew chapter 20, emphasizing that the kingdom of God is rooted in divine grace rather than human merit. The pastor initiates a dialogue on fairness, channeling personal experiences of perceived injustices and the common belief that effort correlates with reward. Through the parable of the laborers in the vineyard, the sermon illust...

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30 Date: March 15, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew 19:16-30, focusing on a wealthy young man's inquiry about eternal life and Jesus' response highlighting the flaws in self-righteousness and attachment to wealth. The pastor emphasizes that true righteousness comes from God alone and that material possessions can hinder spiritual dependence. Salvation is presented as a di...

Scripture: Matthew 19 Date: February 22, 2026 This sermon offers a deep exploration of marriage as depicted in the Gospel of Matthew, particularly focusing on chapter 19. It begins with Jesus' interaction with the Pharisees regarding divorce, serving as a lens to understand the divine intention behind marriage. Emphasizing the sacred covenant between a man and a woman, this message highlights the...

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12 Date: March 1, 2026 In this sermon, I explore Ephesians 6:10-12, emphasizing the divine support available to us as we confront spiritual battles. I teach on the necessity of tapping into God’s strength and the protective armor He provides, which reflects His character and equips us against the schemes of the devil. Sharing personal stories, including a friend's spiritu...

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Date: January 11, 2026 This sermon highlights the significance of Jesus' transfiguration as a revelation of His divine glory and identity. The pastor emphasizes that Jesus embodies God's glory, supported by Peter’s authentic testimony. The disciples' fear contrasts with Jesus' reassurance, symbolizing the transition from the old to the new covenant. The message points to...

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15 Date: March 8, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew 19:13-15, where Jesus interacts with children during his journey to Jerusalem. The pastor highlights the essential message that the kingdom of God belongs to those with childlike qualities, such as dependency and trust. Emphasizing Jesus's love and acceptance, the message challenges the dismissive attitudes of his discipl...

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35 Date: February 16, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew Chapter 18, focusing on forgiveness and reconciliation. It begins with Peter's inquiry about the limits of forgiveness, asserting that forgiveness is essential in the Christian faith. The pastor uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to illustrate the obligation to extend grace to others. Key questions about the...

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20 Date: February 8, 2026 This sermon examines Matthew 18:15-20, focusing on Jesus' guidance for addressing conflicts within the church. It emphasizes the importance of reconciliation among believers while acknowledging the presence of sin. The pastor outlines the principles of church discipline rooted in love, aimed at restoring broken relationships rather than punishment...

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-27 Date: January 18, 2026 This sermon explores Matthew chapter 17, focusing on the Transfiguration and its implications for Jesus and His disciples. The pastor discusses the disciples' encounter with a father's plea for healing, highlighting the limitations of human power without divine authority. Key themes include the struggle between faith and doubt, exemplified by the...

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28 Date: November 2, 2025 This sermon examines Matthew 15, focusing on the interaction between Jesus and a Canaanite woman seeking help for her demon-possessed daughter. It begins with Jesus’ seemingly harsh response to her plea, which serves to test faith and reveal spiritual truths. The message breaks down the encounter into four segments: the woman's heartfelt request,...

Passage: Matthew 13:10-17 A good story told by a good story teller has power to not only capture our imagination and engage our emotions, but to convey truth in a way that connects to what we know and experience in life. That is if we're open to perceiving and receiving that truth. Many people are familiar with the short stories, or parables, that Jesus told to convey the truths of the kingdom of...

Passage: Matthew 12:28; Acts 1:6-11 As we've seen in our study of Matthews gospel up to this point, Jesus has come proclaiming "the good news of the kingdom of heaven" and demonstrating its arrival in his powerful miracles of healing and deliverance, clearly showing his authority over the physical, natural and spiritual realms. Ironically, this led to rising hostility and hatred towards his messag...

Passage: Matthew 12:21-50 As we've seen in our recent messages from Matthew's gospel, Jesus has shown himself, gentle and lowly, eager to bring true rest and restoration to any and all who come to him. But one thing he is clearly not is a negotiator or compromiser when it comes to those who oppose him. In fact, he says when it comes to our view of him and his claims, there is no middle ground, the...

Passage: Matthew 12:1-21 As Christians, when we talk about Sabbath, or what we now call the Lord's Day, it often turns to a discussion or maybe even a debate about what we can or can't do on that day. As one of the Ten Commandments and what we call a "creation" ordinance, we should recognize the significance of the day which God has set apart unto himself and for our rest. But as is often the case...

Passage: Matthew 11:20-30 Sometimes people think that if only they could have heard Jesus teach and seen his miracles in person, then they would surely be convinced of the truth of the gospel. But such is not necessarily the case. Jesus himself issues a warning of judgment upon those cities where he preached the gospel and performed miracles most regularly, and yet people did not repent, but rejec...

Passage: Matthew 11:1-19 As we've seen in the past few weeks in Matthew's gospel, Jesus' ministry is increasingly met with opposition and division among those he encounters. Yet, his response is not to fight back or bring down quick judgment upon his opponents, as many expected him to do, but to continue teaching and preaching the good news of the kingdom and to exercise his power in deeds of merc...

Passage: Matthew 10:34-42 In Matthew 10:34-42, we find Jesus telling His disciples that His coming will bring division rather than peace, even among close family members. He emphasizes that loyalty to Him must come before all other relationships; that following Him requires self-sacrifice, and that true life is found by giving up one’s own for His sake.

Passage: Matthew 10:16-33 As Jesus sends his disciples out on a training mission, he not only equips them with instructions, but he prepares them for hardship they will face. Following Jesus guarantees opposition, suffering and even persecution, but it does not mean defeat. Jesus not only warns us of the hardships that come with following him, but he guides us in how to respond to persecution with...