The Tree Church Sermon Podcast

In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the transformative habit of putting God first in our lives. Drawing from Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6, particularly the Sermon on the Mount, we're reminded that our spiritual investments have eternal value. The key lesson is that by seeking God's kingdom and righteousness above all else, we open ourselves to His blessings and provision. This i...

In this special Christmas Eve message, we're challenged to consider our response to God's greatest gift - Jesus Christ. The central theme revolves around Jesus' call for total surrender, as illustrated in Matthew 16:24-26. We're asked to 'take up our cross' daily, which isn't just about sacrifice, but about trading our limited worldly pursuits for God's infinitely better plan.

This Christmas message reminds us that Jesus came to offer acceptance to the rejected, the lowly, and the sinners. The story of Christ's birth in Luke 2 takes on new meaning when we consider how it foreshadows His entire ministry. Born in a stable, laid in a manger, with no room at the inn - these details reflect Jesus' mission to identify with those who feel unwanted or unworthy. We're challenged...

In this powerful message, we're invited to explore the true meaning of happiness through the lens of Christ's birth. The angels' proclamation to the shepherds in Luke 2 reveals that Jesus came to bring us happiness - not just in material things, but in a restored relationship with God. We often chase after worldly definitions of happiness, but these fall short. The gospel challenges us to find our...

Because Jesus came and saved us when we were at our worst, we can have confidence that now that we are righteous and at peace God is going to do even greater things! So, in life when things go unexpectedly, do we worry or wonder?

In this powerful message, we're challenged to shift our perspective from the temporary to the eternal. The central theme revolves around understanding God's promises and His plan for redemption. We explore the tension between our earthly expectations and God's eternal purpose, using the story of Jesus healing the paralytic in Matthew 9.

In this sermon, we explore how Jesus is present in our pain, offering not just healing but purpose through our struggles. Sickness represents any form of brokenness, and healing is the restoration of that brokenness. Jesus heals us not only for our own well-being but so we can serve Him.

In this sermon, we explore how Jesus sometimes leads us into storms to help us grow in faith and dependence on Him. While storms can feel overwhelming, they are opportunities to experience God's power and faithfulness. Even when it seems like Jesus is distant, He is always with us, guiding and strengthening us through life's challenges. Join us as we reflect on how to trust God during difficult ti...

In this message, we explore the powerful ways Jesus responds to those who come to Him. Whether feeling unworthy, in need, humble, or filled with doubt, Jesus offers grace, salvation, and healing. Through stories like the Centurion’s, we see how approaching Jesus can bring blessings not only to ourselves but to others as well. Discover what’s holding you back from bringing your struggles to Him and...

 Salvation, water baptism, and the baptism in the Holy Spirit are steps in a journey of faith that deepen one’s relationship with God. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is emphasized in scripture as a vital, empowering experience—it was modeled by Jesus, prophesied by the prophets, promised to believers, commanded by Christ, and ultimately realized in the early church. This experience, which is both...

The Presence of Authenticity and the Absence of Shame. One of the primary things we need for developing real relationships is AUTHENTICITY. The reason why so many people today have a lot of social connections but very few real relationships is because they are afraid to be AUTHENTIC.

Baptism is a Christian sacrament that symbolizes a believer's identification with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection. It serves as a public declaration of faith and a commitment to follow Christ, modeled and commanded by Jesus Himself. Through baptism, believers are united with the church and begin a life of ongoing surrender and repentance. This act marks the start of a continuous journ...

Do you want to experience the full life that Jesus offers? In this video, we explore the true meaning of repentance—a complete change of mind that leads to real transformation. Learn the 5 essential steps of repentance, grounded in Biblical truth, to help you align your life with God’s purpose. As Luke 19:9-10 reminds us, Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Are you ready to respond to His call a...

The power of prayer happens after you pray.   Pastor Matthew Johnson  

The purpose of prayer is communion with God, thus persistent prayer will ALWAYS lead to communion with God.   Pastor Matthew Johnson

It’s possible, that your prayers are accomplishing nothing because you’re missing a prayer time that makes God the priority and really connects to Him. Speaker Pastor Matthew