Mission Church Podcast

In week two of For the One More, we turn to John 4 and witness Jesus intentionally pursuing one unlikely sinner at a well. Through His encounter with the Samaritan woman, we see a Savior who crosses barriers, exposes the deeper thirst of the soul, and offers living water that truly satisfies. This message reminds us that only Jesus can quench our deepest longings—and that hearts changed by grace c...

In Luke 15, Jesus reveals the heart of a Shepherd who joyfully seeks the lost and rejoices when even one sinner is found. This sermon launches our new series For the One More, calling us to rediscover God’s joy, resist subtle spiritual drift, and align our hearts with what heaven celebrates. As we look at the parable of the lost sheep, we’re reminded that salvation begins with God’s pursuit—and th...

On the first Sunday of the new year, we turn to Psalm 1 to discover that real happiness isn’t found in self-improvement or fresh resolutions—but in a righteousness none of us possess on our own. This sermon reveals how Psalm 1 points us to Jesus, the only truly righteous One, and invites us to find life, stability, and blessing by being united to Him. As Mission Church looks ahead to 2026 and our...

As we close out 2025, we return to Matthew 17 in our series The King & His Kingdom. In this passage, we see three powerful truths about Jesus: the Son who suffers, the Son who is free, and the Son who provides. This sermon invites weary and anxious hearts to stop living as fearful subjects and begin resting as confident sons and daughters—trusting in our gracious King who has met our greatest...

Christmas often finds us tired, burdened, and carrying quiet fears beneath the lights and songs. In this Christmas Eve message from Luke 2, we hear the angel’s announcement spoken straight into the darkness: “Do not be afraid.” Discover how true joy doesn’t come from changed circumstances, but from God’s gracious action—sending His Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, Messiah, and Lord. Into real fear,...

In this Advent message, we turn to John 1:14–18 to behold Jesus Christ—the eternal Word made flesh, full of grace and truth. This sermon reminds us that the Christian life doesn’t begin with grace and then move on without it. From first to last, we live by drawing from the fullness of Christ: grace upon grace. Discover how Jesus is greater than all who came before Him, supplies what we can never p...

What is the true meaning of Christmas? In this Advent message from John 1:14, we behold the mystery and majesty of the Incarnation—God Himself stepping into our darkness. Discover how Jesus, fully God and fully man, came to dwell among us, suffer for our sins, reveal God’s glory, and bring grace and truth to restless hearts. Mission Church — www.missionlasvegas.com

This Advent season, we continue our series “From Darkness to Dawn” in John 1:6–13.As we slow down and remember the coming of Christ, we’re reminded that the Light has entered our darkness—revealing who God is, who we are, and our desperate need for new birth. In this message, Pastor John explores what happens when the True Light shines into the world:• The mission of those who follow Jesus• The tr...

As we begin the Advent season, we slow down to remember the first coming of Jesus—and to prepare our hearts for His return. In this message from John 1:1–5, we look beyond the manger to see Jesus as He truly is: the eternal Word, the Creator of all things, and the Life-Giving Light who shines into our darkness. From the long wait of God’s people in the Old Testament to the ache we feel in our worl...

In Matthew 17:14–20, Jesus meets a desperate father, a suffering child, and powerless disciples. Through a righteous rebuke and a miraculous deliverance, He exposes the limits of human effort and invites us into a deeper, dependent, mustard-seed kind of faith. In this message, Pastor John Lee walks us through a valley moment that reveals the heart of discipleship: faith that clings to Jesus when l...

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In this message, Pastor John takes us back to the Mount of Transfiguration in Matthew 17 and connects it to the Great Commission in Matthew 28. On one mountain, the Father says, “Listen to Him.” On the other, the risen Christ commands, “Go and make disciples.”Between those two mountains lies the heartbeat of the Christian life — to listen to Jesus, follow Him, and help others do the same. Join us...

In a world filled with endless noise and distraction, God calls us to something deeper — to behold His glory and listen to His voice. In this message from Matthew 17:1–8, we look at the Transfiguration of Jesus and see the beauty, holiness, and compassion of the Son of God. The same voice that thundered from heaven still speaks today — inviting us to quiet our hearts, trust His Word, and see Jesus...

In this sermon from John 10, Chasen Behrends reminds us of the tender and powerful truth that Jesus is the Good Shepherd. He knows His sheep by name, protects them from danger, and lays down His life so that they may have life in abundance. Whether you’re weary, searching, or simply in need of rest for your soul, this passage invites you to find peace and hope in the care of Christ. Mission Church...

When life feels unbearable and God seems silent, where do we turn? In this message from Psalm 42–43, Pastor John invites us to pause—to be honest about our weariness, and to rediscover the hope that comes from trusting in God’s steadfast love. Through stories of deep faith and real struggle, we learn how to fight for joy, anchor our souls in God’s promises, and find peace even in the valley. Missi...

In this sermon from Pastor John, we explore how Jesus places two things before His disciples: a set of keys and a cross. He gives His Church real authority—but then calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him. Because life in the Kingdom isn’t about grasping for control, but surrendering to the King. We naturally reach for the keys... but hesitate at the cross. Yet Jesus shows us...

As we celebrate five years of God's faithfulness at Mission Church, we return to a foundational moment in the Gospel of Matthew—Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. In this powerful sermon from "The King and His Kingdom" series, we reflect on what kind of church we’re becoming, what we’re building on, and why Jesus alone must remain our foundation....

In Matthew 16:1–12, Jesus warns His disciples to beware of spiritual blinders, to remember His faithfulness, and to guard against false teaching. Elder Candidate, Chasen, walks us through three cautions from the King that help us stay faithful and rest in Christ’s grace. Mission Church at www.missionlasvegas.com .

In Matthew 11:25–30, Jesus offers one of the most tender invitations in all of Scripture: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” In this message, Pastor John explores the heart of Christ — gentle and lowly — and the true, soul-deep rest He promises to all who trust Him. If you’re feeling weighed down by guilt, striving, or the pressures of life, hear afresh the...

In this sermon from 2 Timothy 4, we are reminded that while life and ministry can be lonely, difficult, and full of opposition, we are never truly alone. Just as the Lord stood with Paul and strengthened him in his final days, He promises to stand with us and lead us safely into His heavenly kingdom. Join us as we close our Entrusted series and discover what it means to finish strong—not in a cult...

As Paul nears the end of his life, he writes with urgency and clarity—charging Timothy (and us) to fulfill the ministry entrusted to us. In this sermon from 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Pastor John walks us through what it means to die a worthy death, live a worthy life, and await a worthy crown. Whether you're running, limping, or crawling, keep going. The race is not over—finish strong. Mission Church —...

In a world that increasingly trades truth for comfort, we are reminded of the weight, the work, the war, and the way of faithful gospel ministry. In this sermon from 2 Timothy 4:1–5, Pastor John leads us in considering what it means to proclaim and endure sound doctrine in a time of itching ears. This message is a call for pastors to preach with conviction, and for the Church to listen with submis...

In a world filled with deceptive currents, it’s easy to drift spiritually without even realizing it. In this sermon from 2 Timothy 3:13–17, Pastor John unpacks how we can anchor ourselves in Christ and hold fast to God’s Word so we don’t get swept away. Discover the importance of discernment, continuing in the gospel you’ve received, and trusting Scripture to equip you for every good work. Mission...

In this message from our Entrusted series, Pastor John walks us through 2 Timothy 3:10–13, where Paul lays out a clear and reproducible pattern for true discipleship. Far from being a passive consumer of truth, a disciple is someone who walks closely, imitates faithfully, and multiplies intentionally. We explore three cords of this discipleship pattern:A Visible Pattern to Imitate – Teaching, Cond...

Fake Faith Exposed: How to Spot Spiritual Counterfeits In 2 Timothy 3:1–13, Paul warns about a dangerous reality in the last days—spiritual counterfeits that look godly but have no real power. Pastor John Lee explains how to recognize a counterfeit life, counterfeit religion, and counterfeit message, and points us to the only One who can transform us from the inside out: Jesus Christ. Mission Chur...