Reach Sermon Archive

Encountering the living God is a life changing experience. When we come into contact with God we learn who He is and that he has come to save us. God not only wants us to know who He is, but He wants us to share His name so all can be rescued from the slavery of sin. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about encountering God from Exodus chapter 3.  Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtuls...

We often go about life treating God like an afterthought. We make up God's mind for Him and put words in His mouth. Then when things don't go our way we blame God for not blessing our path. If we truly know God we are able to follow Him and praise Him how He desires to be praised. If we don't know God we often are upset with Him for our own mistakes. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about tru...

As we obey God’s call on our lives it is common for Him to move us from place to place. Sometimes that can be a relief, but what about when we seem to be succeeding? What do we do when He calls us away from an endeavor that is growing and bearing fruit? In this lesson Pastor Philip Jackson lays out the Biblical perspective on success for believers and how to navigate laying down our priorities. Ge...

Do you realize how much God has already done for you? Do you ever take time to thank God for all of His provision? What happens when you're in the next crisis? Do you always remember how faithful God is or do you immediately try to fix it yourself like the last time? God wants you to remember Him in the middle of the crisis. This week Sam Miller finishes his series from the life of Asa in 2 Chroni...

When we understand how much we rely on God, it should inspire us to seek Him. Not only that, but when we seek Him, He promises us that we will find Him. Nothing will cause your heart to rejoice more than to seek God and find Him. This week Sam Miller continues with the life of Asa and shows us how to seek God. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

As the church began to experience broad persecution for the very first time, the message of the gospel began to spread. The murder of Stephen was only the beginning of what would become of the church. In this lesson, Pastor Philip Jackson teaches the story of the first international mission trip recorded in church history and the testimony of a man who got caught pretending to be a child of God. G...

Do you understand how much you actually need God? We do not always realize we don't just need God to get to heaven, but we actually need Him every minute of every day. This week Sam Miller uses the life of Asa to show us how to rely on God. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

At first glance the Bible can be an intimidating book to pick up. There are stories, lessons, and powerful tales about God and the story He has architected throughout history. Fortunately, God has always made a way for us to find Him. In this lesson, Pastor Philip continues the story of Stephen from last week with his summation of the story of God as he is put on trial for heresy. In one chapter,...

Are you self sufficient? Are you constantly getting yourself out of situations, or do you depend solely on God to rescue you? Samson tried to live his life without God's help. But God loved him too much to let him be self sufficient. God wants us to cry out to Him instead of always acting like we are fine. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about being fine without God in Judges chapter 16. Get...

As the church began to grow, the community quickly became too big for the apostles to care for everyone. As with any community with diverse backgrounds, there were some who fell through the cracks. But God always meets our needs before we even realize it. In this lesson, Pastor Philip Jackson teaches on God’s design for cultivating and establishing influence with others for the sake of the gospel....

This world is filled with people trying to get there way. And when everybody is busy climbing to the top it's easy to forget that God is sovereign. Nobody wins, but God. The good news is that He wants us to be with Him when He wins. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about trying to control your own life in Judges 15. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

As shockwaves made their way through Jerusalem, the church began to grow. That meant there would be opposition from the established powers in the city. But God provided as He always does, a miraculous illustration of His power to build the confidence of His people. In this lesson Pastor Philip Jackson teaches on the confidence that comes in Christ and the lengths that He will go to tear down human...

How often do we actually ask God what direction we should go? More often we ignore what God is trying to tell us because we think we know the way to go. We are determined to be smarter than God, and we never are. When we go our own way we end up bound to the consequences of our sin. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about looking for God's way in Judges 14. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/rea...

Something we hear often is that churches are full of fake people. But have you ever considered that in the context of what we know about the human race? Entire digital platforms and apps have been created so that we can present to the world the parts of our lives. But what does God think about fake people? Particularly, what does He think about people who try to use Him as a tool for their own soc...

You'll often hear someone detail a time they were in deep despair and cried out for God to talk to them, but He didn't. That person is usually talking about a time they asked God to speak or save them with a circus trick. God is always saving us, but we have to learn to look for that deliverance the way He is giving it to us. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about putting conditions on God's...

We all prepare for our future, But how far in the future are you looking when you prepare? Are you prepared for the end? Do you believe in heaven and hell, or are those just fairy tale words to you? Tonight Pastor Taylor Gabbert finishes a series on parables with the urgent reason we need to be prepared. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

Are you familiar with the Righteous King? God wants to know you. When we know Him we will act according to His will and His tactics. When we are unfamiliar with Him we will operate by sin and see its consequences. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert discusses one of the Bible's darkest moments, in Judges 11, and the need to be familiar with the Righteous King. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtul...

Is your heart cultivating the Gospel? Or is it being choked out and burned away by the world? The Bible tells us that Christians are know by the fruit they bear. If your heart is not resulting in fruit, it may have never have received that fruit. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert continues a series on parables with a discussion on the heart. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

Do you recognize God's sovereignty in your life? Do you see that He has all things under His control? Or are you busy trying to prove that you have things handled. As you scramble to prove your control, God's control is never even under threat. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert shows the world's view of sovereignty in the next chapter of the "Kingless" series. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reacht...

During Jesus life on earth He made it clear that we needed to be ready for His return. That to not prepare and await His return would bring dire consequences. Are you waiting on Jesus? Or are you going to wait until it's too late? This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert continues a series on the parables of Jesus. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

We've all had a bad boss or pretend leader in our lives. Someone who wants to show themselves the hero, but is really a hypocrite. The world is full of pretend leaders and false humility. But do we realize Jesus is the perfect leader? That He is the perfect king? Do we see Jesus as our own leader, or do we treat Him like every other pretender? This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert talks about following...

Where is my need? Is my need for bills to be paid? Is my need to get admitted into heaven? What did Jesus have to say about your need? This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert continues his series on parables with a discussion on our need in Luke 18. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

Do you want to participate in what God is doing? Do you want to take part in His glory? There is a process by which God prepares us to serve Him. But will you answer when He calls? This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert continues his series "Kingless" in Judges 6 and 7. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

Are you a follower of Jesus? Does your life point others towards Christ? Jesus did not want people to casually know He existed. He wanted people to abandon everything to follow Him. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert starts a series on 5 parables from the Gospels in Luke 14. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa

The Righteous King is calling. Will you answer the call or remain kingless? When we answer the call of God in our lives He prepares us to serve and uses us to His glory. A kingless life only leads to disaster. This week Pastor Taylor Gabbert continues a series in Judges with the story of Gideon. Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/reachtulsa