The Sanctuary Church Podcast

In the opening message of The Summer Series, Pastor Matt Higgins draws from Lamentations 3:19–24 to introduce one of Scripture's most overlooked yet deeply human practices — biblical lament. Rather than calling believers to minimize their pain or put on a brave face, Pastor Matt makes the case that honest, raw, unfiltered honesty before God is not a sign of weak faith but the very pathway to intim...

In this concluding message of the Proverbs series, Pastor Rod Collins lays out seven practical ways to acquire wisdom — seeking it wholeheartedly, taking in God's word, listening to wise counsel, praying for it, associating with the wise, walking in the fear of the Lord, and even learning from the humble example of the ant — drawing on Solomon's own request for wisdom as the framework for the enti...

In this special Father's Day message, Pastor Rod Collins draws from Nehemiah 4:14, Malachi 4:6, Ezekiel 18, and 2 Corinthians 6:18 to lay out five defining marks of a godly father — knowing the love of a heavenly father, breaking generational sin cycles, being a good man before being a good father, having a genuine heart for his children, and fighting fiercely for his family rather than fleeing wh...

Proverbs 16:1–9 is one of Scripture's most practical passages on decision-making, and Pastor Rod Collins unpacks it with characteristic depth — exploring what it truly means to commit plans to the Lord, to live as an audience of one before God, and to hold personal ambitions loosely enough that the sovereign hand of God can redirect them at any moment. A searching and timely word for anyone naviga...

In Proverbs 6:6, Solomon bypasses the entire animal kingdom to make an unlikely choice — the ant. Pastor Rod Collins unpacks three timeless wisdom lessons drawn from one of creation's smallest creatures: work hard without being told, develop a strong work ethic, and invest diligently in the present as preparation for the future — a message as relevant to graduates stepping into a new season as it...

In Proverbs 26:13–16, Solomon paints a startlingly accurate portrait of laziness — from the absurd excuses of a man who claims there's a lion in the street, to the sluggard so idle he can't lift food to his own mouth. Pastor Rod Collins brings this ancient wisdom to life with characteristic honesty and humor, making the case that laziness is not merely a bad habit but a destructive mindset that wa...

Proverbs 13:20 is a short verse with a long reach, and Pastor Rod Collins unpacks both sides of it — the transformative power of walking closely with wise people, and the quietly devastating consequences of keeping company with fools. Drawing on decades of personally pursuing mentors and wisdom-seekers, Pastor Rod makes the case that becoming wise is less a matter of intelligence than of intention...

Continuing the series through the book of Proverbs, Pastor Garrett Castro works through Proverbs 10:1–7, unpacking the stark contrast between godly wisdom and the folly that quietly erodes families, work ethic, and legacy — drawing from James 3, Matthew 6, and 2 Corinthians 12 to show that seeking and applying God's wisdom are two very different things, and that one without the other is never enou...

In this special Mother's Day message, Pastor Rod Collins draws from 2 Timothy 1 and Romans 16 to paint a portrait of motherhood that extends far beyond biology — tracing how the quiet, faithful example of women like Timothy's grandmother Lois and an unnamed woman Paul called his own mother shaped the course of lives and, ultimately, history itself. Through three practical challenges — prioritizing...

In Proverbs 4:23, Solomon delivers what may be his most urgent piece of wisdom — above all else, guard your heart. Pastor Rod Collins unpacks why the heart is not meant to be followed but protected, exploring how the steady stream of cultural noise, content, and comparison quietly shapes the beliefs, desires, and convictions of anyone who leaves it unguarded.

Drawing from one of Scripture's most beloved passages — Proverbs 3:5-6 — Pastor Rod Collins takes a searching look at what it actually means to trust God with all your heart, not just in word, but in the daily weight-bearing moments of life. From leaning not on your own understanding to acknowledging God in every decision, this installment in the Proverbs series makes a compelling case that the wi...

Continuing the series in Proverbs, Pastor Rod Collins digs into chapter 2 to unpack both the requirements and the rewards of a life shaped by wisdom — showing that while wisdom is freely given by God, it must be relentlessly pursued with the same hunger and single-minded focus one would bring to seeking hidden treasure. A rich second installment in an ongoing journey through one of Scripture's mos...

Pastor Rod Collins opens a new series in the book of Proverbs, drawing from Proverbs 1 to make the case that in an age of unprecedented information, wisdom has never been rarer — or more needed. From the fear of the Lord as the foundation of true understanding, to the company kept and the traps set along the path of life, this is a practical and searching exploration of what it means to pursue the...

The tomb is empty, and Pastor Rod Collins unpacks what that means not just on Easter Sunday but on every Monday morning that follows. Drawing on three resurrection realities — that failures are not final, that no life lived in Christ is without eternal meaning, and that death itself is not the last word — this Easter message makes the case that the resurrection is far more than a holiday.

Good Friday is the darkest day in human history — and yet, Pastor Rod Collins unpacks why it is anything but. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:21 and Colossians 2:13–15, this message traces three staggering realities of the cross: sinners made right with God, a record of debt erased forever, and an enemy not merely defeated but publicly humiliated and stripped of all power.

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Passion Week — the defining days of human history. Pastor Garrett Castro walks through Luke 19 and the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, unpacking the profound significance of a king who rode in humility, was met with thunderous worship, and silenced his critics with a truth that still echoes today: creation itself will cry out his name.

In the unseen spiritual battle raging around us, Paul's closing words in Ephesians 6 point to the most powerful weapon available — prayer. Pastor Rod Collins unpacks what it truly means to fight on your knees, drawing from Ephesians 6:18 and the example of unsung New Testament hero Tychicus to show that faithfulness in both the visible and invisible moments defines a life surrendered to God.

What does it mean to truly enter the kingdom of God — not just admire it from the outside? Pastor Matt Higgins draws from Mark 10:13–16 to show how childlike faith is the key to experiencing everything God has promised now — peace, purpose, freedom from fear, and intimacy with Him. Let yourself be challenged to simply believe God, and discover how that changes everything.

Pastor Rod Collins teaches from Ephesians 6:18–19, bringing the series on spiritual warfare to its climax by focusing on the vital role of prayer in the heat of the battle. After walking through the armor of God, he explains how prayer and the Word of God function as the believer’s offensive weapons—empowering us to stay alert, persevere, and engage the unseen spiritual conflict surrounding us. Th...

Pastor Rod Collins continues in Ephesians 6:13–17, walking us piece by piece through the armor of God and what it truly means to be battle-ready. With vivid illustrations—from paint cans to riot shields—he makes it clear that spiritual armor only works when it’s actually put on, not just admired from a distance. The image that lingers is a church no longer passive, but suited up in truth, righteou...

Pastor Rod Collins opens Ephesians 6:10–13 with a wake-up call to recognize that we are in the fight of our lives—a spiritual battle far greater than what we can see. He unpacks Paul’s command to be strong in the Lord, to put on the full armor of God, and to stand firm against the schemes of a real and active enemy. What becomes unmistakably clear is that passive faith won’t hold the line; strengt...

Pastor Rod Collins teaches from Ephesians 5:22–33, walking through God’s design for marriage and the distinct callings placed on husbands and wives. With clarity and conviction, he unpacks what it means for a husband to love sacrificially as Christ loves the church and for a wife to respond with respect within a Spirit-filled relationship. What unfolds is a compelling picture of marriage not built...

Pastor Garrett Castro opens Ephesians 6:1–9 by grounding everyday relationships in the transforming grace described in Ephesians 2:8–10—a new life made possible by Christ. Moving through Scripture’s instructions for children, parents, and the workplace, he shows how salvation reshapes the way we obey, lead, serve, and steward authority. What comes into view is a faith meant to be lived out visibly...

Pastor Rod Collins teaches from Ephesians 5:25–31, diving into God’s design for marriage and the weighty calling placed on husbands to love with Christlike humility and sacrifice. Through vivid examples and cultural context, he shows how biblical headship is never about control, but about servant leadership that mirrors Jesus—patient, self-giving, and grounded in the power of the Holy Spirit. What...

Pastor Rod Collins teaches from Ephesians 5:15–21, urging the church to wake up spiritually and intentionally walk the walk in a culture that constantly pulls us off course. Paul’s words press into how wisdom, intentional use of time, Spirit-filled living, and worship shape a life that stays awake and aligned with God’s will. The picture that comes into focus is a life lived with purpose—alert, gr...