Redeemer OC Podcast

This Sunday, for our final sermon in Genesis, we will consider Joseph’s famous words in Gen 50:20, “you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good…” Upon the death of Israel, Joseph’s brothers were apprehensive about their standing with Joseph—had he really forgiven them for their betrayal? What Joseph says leads to a beautiful reconciliation with his family. These words are true as we move...

Genesis is the book of beginnings. It sets the stage for the grand story of Scripture, and, even from the start, it prepares us for what is to come. This week Jacob prophetically blesses his sons, and in his blessing to Judah we enjoy a glimpse of what will be. These are the things into which angels long to look (1 Peter 1:12), a prophetic picture of the Christ and his kingdom. See you on Sunday!...

This Sunday the Joseph narrative comes full circle as he meets his brothers, that betrayed him so long ago and sold him into slavery in Egypt. It is a story of redemption, first on a personal level, for this family as their shameful secret and decades of guilt are forgiven. It’s also a story where Genesis—which tells the beginnings of God’s grand story to redeem—looks to the future and what will o...

This week we continue our studies in Genesis with the first of two weeks on the life of Joseph. If ever there was a life made for the big screen, this is it. Joseph’s story is full of twists, trials, tragedy and triumph. Through it all, Joseph perseveres and the Lord shows himself to be faithful. Bring a friend and join us this Sunday at 10am! Pastor Josh

*Sexual assault/trigger alert.  This Sunday we will study Genesis 34. It’s an intense chapter, full of abuse. It starts with sexual abuse, then neglect abuse, and concludes with physical abuse.  These are heavy topics that can bring up traumatic memories for many people, including many of us. As we approach a chapter like Genesis 34, would you begin by simply praying. Pray for those who have been...

This week, in Genesis 32, we come to one of the most unexpected stories in Genesis—God picks a fight with Jacob. It’s an actual punch throwing, no holds barred, wrestling in the dirt and black of night sort of fight. Jacob leaves a different man, and the Lord intends to use this story to change us as well. See you on the Lord’s Day for worship! Pastor Josh

This week we consider our largest portion of Genesis to date: Genesis 25-32. It is the story of Jacob’s life. In his journey, as is true for many of us, there are a number of unexpected twists and turns. Yet, through it all, the Lord is faithful, even when Jacob is not. In preparation for Sunday I encourage you to read these chapters then together we will think about Jacob’s life as well as our ow...

Will the promise continue? God made a promise to Abraham back in chapter 12 - that he would bless him by making him and his family a great nation. After years of waiting he is given a son, Isaac. Then as we heard last week in chapter 22 - he almost sacrifices Isaac. Now Abraham is old and dying… and Isaac doesn’t have a wife. Without a wife, Isaac can’t have a son to carry on the blessing promised...

This Sunday we come to the climactic story in the Abraham narrative—The Sacrifice of Isaac. It is a story that has captured audiences for millennia, been a seedbed for theological discourse, and one that finds its ultimate fulfillment in the larger story of the gospel of Christ. See you on Sunday! Pastor Josh

After the destruction of Sodom & Gomorrah, Genesis tells the final account of Lot’s life. It is a disturbing story; one that includes rape and incest. Why is a story like this included in the Bible? How does it benefit us Spiritually? Join us on Sunday for worship and we’ll take up these very questions. Pastor Josh

Presbyterian minister Eugene H. Peterson once said, “I know there are Christians, so called, who never crack a smile and who can’t abide a joke, and I suppose Presbyterians contribute their quota. But I don’t meet very many of them. The stereotype as such is a big lie created, presumably, by the devil. One of the delightful discoveries along the way of Christian discipleship is how much enjoyment...

This week we come to an infamous passage in Scripture—God’s destruction of Sodom & Gomorrah. We’ll look to the past, ask what it teaches us about the future, and how that should change our lives today. See you on Sunday! Pastor Josh

Over the next three weeks we’ll take up a story which everyone has heard about but fewer have learned from, the story of Sodom & Gomorrah. This Sunday, in the first part of the story, found in Genesis 18:16-33, we eavesdrop on a fascinating interchange between God and Abraham. It is a dialogue about justice and mercy. We’ll learn not only from the content of this conversation but also from Abraham...

How do you respond to crisis?  A courageous Christian if ever there was one, Elizabeth Elliot, says, “Fear God and become fearless.”  Similarly, the key word that I’ll be speaking about this Sunday, from Psalm 11, is unflappable.   Join with your church community on Sunday at 10 am by listening to this teaching ONLINE or on the APP and seeking the Lord in prayer.

This Sunday we begin our new series on the book of Genesis. Genesis, means ‘beginning.’ As its title indicates, Genesis tells the story of the beginning of all things as well as the beginning of God’s salvation through the people of Israel. This week we’ll focus on one verse, the verse that begins it all: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Come join us, bring a friend; its g...

40 Days. Jesus spent 40 days fasting in the desert before he began his public ministry! This is the opposite of hitting the ground running. It‘s completely counter intuitive to how most of us understand productivity. The season of Lent began two days ago on Ash Wednesday. The church is now on its historical 40 day journey through a desert as it prepares for the joy of Easter. For the first Sunday...

Christians think differently about money, or at least they should. We follow a Christ who valued others above his personal comfort and was therefore willing to give of himself in love. This Sunday we are talking about giving. It’s the least requested sermon topic, ever. But it is a necessary topic if we are to think about our finances as Christians. Join us this Sunday as we conclude our series on...

Imagine your friends and neighbors visiting Redeemer on a Sunday, and the one word they used to describe our church was: “hospitable.”  Historically until the eighteenth century the church was always known for her hospitality. Sadly, we have lost that characteristic, and it’s my prayer that we will be able to recover it for the sake of our friends and neighbors. How beautiful would it be if your f...

What does it mean to be the image & likeness of God? How should that change me? In 2020 we have been thinking about our rhythms of life together as a church in light of Jesus vision for his people explained in the Great Commission. Thus far we’ve considered worship, formation, and mission. This week we take up culture, by which we mean the way we are sent into the world to develop and cultivate Go...

Redeemer Presbyterian Church, what is our mission? How do we fit into God’s plan for and work in the world? How does the Lord want to use you? What should you do? Join us this week as we continue to think about our life together in light of Jesus’ vision for the church in Matthew 28:16-20. Josh

We all want to be different, better versions of ourselves. We make resolutions, and are susceptible to the allure of quick-fix gels, pills, and formulas that promise transformation. Yet, lasting change is so elusive. In Matthew 28, Jesus explains his vision for the church, that we would grow to observe all that God has commanded. Join us on Sunday as we continue to think about Spiritual formation....

You were made to worship. Last week we heard Jesus’ announcement that he would build his church and for the next few weeks we’ll be thinking together about Jesus’ vision for this church, explained in the Great Commission. To give you a hint—it begins and ends with worship. Josh

We hear it relentlessly from popular media sources—the church is in trouble, membership is down, and the nones are on the rise. The widespread narrative is that Christianity is failing and its inevitable demise looms large. Jesus says, "I will build my church.” Join us this Sunday as we consider Christ’s words. It is the first of several weeks in which we’ll be thinking about what it means to be a...

Why did Jesus have to be baptized? John the Baptist clearly didn’t think Jesus needed to be baptized, but Jesus insisted. Why? This Sunday is the twelfth day of Christmas and Epiphany Eve. One of the main events celebrated in the season of Epiphany is Jesus’ baptism. Thus, this Sunday we’ll take some time to study Jesus’ baptism. To best prepare for the sermon, take five minutes to read, meditate,...

Merry Third Day of Christmas! Keep the celebration going during these 12 days of Christmas. Here are 10 suggestions to stay in the spirit during these next 10 days of Christmas: * Sing carols together with friends and family. * Keep your Christmas tree, lights, and decorations up. * Bake cookies and give some to your neighbors. * Do individual or family Morning & Evening Prayer together using Rede...