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Philippians 2:1-18 - Better Together: Christian Community Why is humility so hard for us? Beneath our comparisons, ambitions, and insecurities lies a deeper hunger — a longing for glory and significance. In Philippians 2, Paul shows how the humility of Jesus addresses that very need. The One who possessed the highest glory chose the lowest place, even the cross. And because of him, our worth is al...

Better Together - Striving Side by Side (Philippians 1:27-2:2) What does it mean to live in a manner worthy of the gospel? In Philippians 1:27–2:2, Paul shifts from celebrating the gospel to calling Christians to embody it. Using the language of citizenship, he reminds believers that their primary identity is not cultural, political, or professional — but heavenly.

Christ in You — The Hope of Glory (Colossians 1:24-27) What if spiritual growth isn’t about trying harder — but about trusting deeper? This week, Pastor Kyler Wright explores how real spiritual formation flows not from self-reliance, but from “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” If you’ve ever felt the pressure to measure up… If you’ve wondered whether Christianity is just another system of rules…...

Paul is in chains, awaiting trial, uncertain whether he will live or die — and yet he says, “I rejoice.” How? In Philippians 1:12–26, we see that Paul measures life differently. His joy isn’t rooted in smooth circumstances, but in something deeper: Perspective in hardship A purpose bigger than himself Clarity that his greatest treasure is Christ As we step toward becoming Redeemer Scripps Ranch, t...

Better Together: Committed to the Gospel (Philippians 1:1–11) What really holds a church together—especially in a season of change? In this message from Philippians 1:1-11, we explore how the gospel forms a shared life marked not by preference or personality, but by partnership in Christ. Paul shows us why we can be confident about our future together, and how the gospel grows a wise love that bea...

Psalm 32: Gospel and the Heart: Rejoice Why does joy fade in the Christian life—and how does God restore it? In this sermon from Psalm 32, we explore the surprising connection between joy and honesty before God. David shows us that joy isn’t lost because the gospel stops being true, but because we drift into silence—hiding, managing, and carrying burdens we were never meant to bear. Through confes...

Numbers 6:22-27 - The Blessing The Aaronic Blessing may be familiar—but what if these ancient words are far more than a closing song or a sentimental prayer? In this sermon from Numbers 6:22–27, Pastor Joel Yoon steps into one of the most cherished passages in all of Scripture—words so precious they were once worn close to the heart on silver scrolls. We explore why God insisted on blessing all hi...

Psalm 51:1-12 (ESV) - Gospel and the Heart: Repent What do you do when God reveals something in your heart that needs to change? In Psalm 51, we see that repentance is not about fear, shame, or self-improvement—it’s about coming home. This sermon explores what repentance is, what it does for us, and why it leads not to despair, but to joy.

Psalm 139 - Gospel and the Heart: Reveal. This is the first in a series exploring the 3R’s of gospel heart renewal—Reveal, Repent, Rejoice. As a new year begins, many of us set resolutions aimed at becoming healthier, happier, or more successful. Beneath those goals, however, lies a deeper question: What is really shaping our lives? Psalm 139 invites us to begin not with behavior change, but with...

Matthew 2:1-12 - Another Way After meeting Jesus, the Magi do not simply retrace their steps—they go home another way . The old way, the way of Herod, is driven by fear, control, and the need to protect our own power. The new way, the way of Christ, is marked by trust, surrender, and joyful obedience. When we truly encounter the King, we don’t just gain information about God—we find our direction...

Ruth 4 — God With Us How does God prove himself? Many people imagine that belief would require something dramatic—a miracle in the sky, a moment so overwhelming that doubt would be impossible. But the book of Ruth tells a different story. In Ruth 4, God brings redemption not through spectacle, but through ordinary faithfulness, real human choices, and lives shaped over time. What looks like coinci...

Ruth 3 | Advent What does God really want from you? During Advent, many people find themselves back in church—sometimes for the first time in a long time. Maybe it’s longing. Maybe exhaustion. Maybe curiosity. Maybe even a quiet sense of guilt or emptiness. In Ruth 3, we meet two women who know that feeling well. Naomi has returned home empty and bitter after devastating loss. Ruth, her Moabite da...

Philippians 3:12-4:1 - This week, Mark George opens Philippians 3:12–4:1 to call us into a deeper, more hopeful pursuit of Christ. In a season when many of us feel tired, distracted, or spiritually unfocused, Paul’s words remind us what it means to press on toward the goal, anchored in our identity as citizens of heaven.

Ruth 2 might not look like an Advent passage… but it absolutely is. This week we explore how God meets His people right in the middle of their emptiness, longing, and need—and how the surprising kindness of Boaz points us to the even greater kindness of Jesus, our true Redeemer. In this message, Pastor Peter shows us: Light Finds You - God’s quiet providence is always at work—especially when life...

Ruth 1 What do you do when you make the responsible choice… and everything still unravels? In this episode, we explore Naomi’s story—a woman who loses everything and feels God is against her—only to discover He’s been working behind the scenes all along. We'll see: Why life can fall apart even when you’re doing everything “right” How God uses unlikely people and unexpected moments to bring red...

GOSPEL Rule of Life: Listen (2 Timothy 3:16-17) In this final message of our G.O.S.P.E.L. Rule of Life series, we look at the practice of LISTEN—opening our lives to be formed and shaped by the living and active Word of God. From 2 Timothy 3:16–17, special guest speaker Pastor Paul Kim of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Encinitas unpacks why the Word of God is ultimately about listening to a Perso...

GOSPEL Rule of Life: Engage (2 Corinthians 5:11-21) What keeps us from sharing our faith — fear, inadequacy, or simply being too focused on ourselves? In this message from 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, Pastor Peter explores how the love of Christ frees us from self-consciousness and compels us to engage others with grace and truth. We’re not selling something or proving ourselves — we’re ambassadors, car...

GOSPEL Rule of Life: Pray (Luke 11:1-13): Why does prayer often feel so hard—yet so necessary? In this episode, Pastor Peter explores Luke 11:1-13, where Jesus teaches His disciples (and us) what really happens when we pray. Far more than a spiritual technique or mindfulness practice, prayer is an invitation into relationship with a Father who loves us, listens to us, and gives us the very best gi...

GOSPEL Rule of Life: Sabbath — Rest and Enjoyment (Exodus 20:8-11) Everyone’s tired. We scroll to rest, but it doesn’t work. We chase balance, but still feel restless. What if rest isn’t something you earn — but something you receive? In this message, Pastor Peter unpacks how Sabbath isn’t a rule to follow but a rhythm to live into — a weekly act of freedom that reshapes how we work, rest, and wor...

GOSPEL Rule of Life - Open: Hospitality and Friendship (John 15:1-17) What kind of friendship does the gospel create? In John 15, Jesus says, “No longer do I call you servants… I call you friends.” Before He sends His disciples out to bear fruit, He invites them to abide — to stay connected to Him, the true source of life. In this message, Pastor Peter explores the source, shape, and purpose of go...

GOSPEL Rule of Life - Give Blessing (Matthew 25:14-30) What if fear is burying the very thing God gave you to bless others? In this message on the Parable of the Talents, we explore how generosity in our words, time, and money reveals whether our faith is the real thing. Be a part of our community! Join us Sundays, 10am at Ellen Browning School in Scripps Ranch, San Diego. harborsdchurch.com

Discipleship: Heart Renewal (Ezekiel 36:22–28) What does it mean to be a disciple in a world full of brokenness, fear, and anger? In Ezekiel 36, God gives His people a stunning promise that defines a disciple: “I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you.” Whether you’re new to Christianity or walking with Christ for years, this passage reminds us that the gospel is not abo...

Title: The Power of God (1 Samuel 5) In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines place the ark of God beside their idol Dagon — only to discover that no rival can stand before the Lord. Idols fall, human power is shown to be fragile, and God reveals His sovereignty through both judgment and mercy. Preaching from this text, Dr. Jason Pickard points us to the greater power of God in the “foolishness” of the cros...

Title: Reconciliation (Philemon 18–25) In a world marked by ghosting, polarization, and loneliness, the gospel calls us to something radically different: reconciliation. In this sermon, Pastor Peter unpacks Paul’s appeal to Philemon to be reconciled to Onesimus, showing how true reconciliation is never forced, but requires each of us to do our part. We explore four marks of gospel reconciliation f...

Title: Take a Bath (Numbers 19:1-22) What does an obscure Old Testament ritual with a red heifer and ashes have to do with the gospel of Jesus Christ? In this sermon from Numbers 19, Dr. Jason Pickard shows how the strange details of Israel’s cleansing laws point us to the greater cleansing found in Christ. Just as water and blood washed God’s people so they could enter His presence, so Jesus—the...