The Tree Church Sermon Podcast

In this powerful exploration of Matthew 22, we dive deep into the parable of the wedding feast, uncovering profound truths about God's invitation to relationship. The story illustrates God's persistent love and desire for us, even when we reject Him. We're challenged to consider: have we truly accepted God's invitation, or are we indifferent? The parable reminds us that God's grace is available to...

In this powerful exploration of Matthew 22, we dive deep into the parable of the wedding feast, uncovering profound truths about God's invitation to relationship. The story illustrates God's persistent love and desire for us, even when we reject Him. We're challenged to consider: have we truly accepted God's invitation, or are we indifferent? The parable reminds us that God's grace is available to...

In this powerful message from Matthew 21, Pastor Matthew Johnson teaches how our cultural love of independence can quietly lead us to resist God’s authority. Through the parable of the wicked tenants, Jesus reveals that true discipleship begins with surrender—laying down our will to follow His. Pastor Matthew explores four key truths: God is the Creator, the Designer, the Redeemer, and the Judge....

In this powerful message from Matthew 21, Pastor Matthew Johnson teaches how our cultural love of independence can quietly lead us to resist God’s authority. Through the parable of the wicked tenants, Jesus reveals that true discipleship begins with surrender—laying down our will to follow His. Pastor Matthew explores four key truths: God is the Creator, the Designer, the Redeemer, and the Judge....

This message from The Tree Church’s “Following Jesus” series explores Matthew 21: 18–22, where Jesus curses the barren fig tree. Pastor Mary Johnson challenges us to look at our own lives, are we producing the kind of spiritual fruit that reflects Jesus? Using the story as a picture of authentic faith, she reminds us that fruit isn’t about perfection but about inward change that shows outwardly th...

This message from The Tree Church’s “Following Jesus” series explores Matthew 21: 18–22, where Jesus curses the barren fig tree. Pastor Mary Johnson challenges us to look at our own lives, are we producing the kind of spiritual fruit that reflects Jesus? Using the story as a picture of authentic faith, she reminds us that fruit isn’t about perfection but about inward change that shows outwardly th...

In this sermon, Pastor Matthew explores the tension of Jesus as both the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture points to a Messiah who embodies both power and sacrifice. In Matthew 21, the people expected Jesus to ride in as a conquering king who would overthrow Rome. Instead, He entered Jerusalem on a donkey in humility and cleansed the temple, confronting hypoc...

In this sermon, Pastor Matthew explores the tension of Jesus as both the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture points to a Messiah who embodies both power and sacrifice. In Matthew 21, the people expected Jesus to ride in as a conquering king who would overthrow Rome. Instead, He entered Jerusalem on a donkey in humility and cleansed the temple, confronting hypoc...

In this message from our Following Jesus series, Pastor Stacey Crawford teaches from Matthew 21: 28–32 and the parable of the two sons. With humor and honesty, she compares her own parenting experiences to the way we often respond to God—with excuses, empty promises, or delayed obedience. Jesus makes it clear that true repentance is not about lip service but about a genuine change of heart express...

In this message from our Following Jesus series, Pastor Stacey Crawford teaches from Matthew 21: 28–32 and the parable of the two sons. With humor and honesty, she compares her own parenting experiences to the way we often respond to God—with excuses, empty promises, or delayed obedience. Jesus makes it clear that true repentance is not about lip service but about a genuine change of heart express...

Join Pastor Matthew as he teaches from Matthew 20 on the parable of the vineyard workers. This powerful message explores the depth of God’s grace, reminding us that His justice and generosity surpass human fairness. Whether you’ve followed Jesus for years or are just beginning, this sermon shows how salvation is received by faith and why surrendering everything to Him is worth it. Discover the hop...

Join Pastor Matthew as he teaches from Matthew 20 on the parable of the vineyard workers. This powerful message explores the depth of God’s grace, reminding us that His justice and generosity surpass human fairness. Whether you’ve followed Jesus for years or are just beginning, this sermon shows how salvation is received by faith and why surrendering everything to Him is worth it. Discover the hop...

In Matthew 19, Jesus meets a rich young ruler who longs for eternal life but walks away sad because he could not let go of his possessions. In this powerful message, Pastor Matthew unpacks what this story means for us today. God never asks us to surrender something just to take from us—He always offers something better in return. Pastor Matthew teaches how wealth can quietly grip our hearts, how o...

In Matthew 19, Jesus meets a rich young ruler who longs for eternal life but walks away sad because he could not let go of his possessions. In this powerful message, Pastor Matthew unpacks what this story means for us today. God never asks us to surrender something just to take from us—He always offers something better in return. Pastor Matthew teaches how wealth can quietly grip our hearts, how o...

In this message from Matthew 18, Pastor Matt explains how Jesus calls us to live differently in our relationships. While culture teaches us to cancel, reject, and protect ourselves, Jesus teaches us to reconcile. Looking at Matthew 5 and Matthew 18, we see that reconciliation is not optional—it reflects the heart of God. Through personal stories and the parable of the unforgiving servant, we are r...

In this message from Matthew 18, Pastor Matt explains how Jesus calls us to live differently in our relationships. While culture teaches us to cancel, reject, and protect ourselves, Jesus teaches us to reconcile. Looking at Matthew 5 and Matthew 18, we see that reconciliation is not optional—it reflects the heart of God. Through personal stories and the parable of the unforgiving servant, we are r...

What does it really mean to be great? In Matthew 18 and 20, Jesus challenges the world’s view of greatness by teaching that true greatness begins with humility, values the vulnerable, and is lived out in service to others. Pastor Matthew reminds us that while culture celebrates power, wealth, and status, Jesus redefines greatness as following His example: not to be served, but to serve and give Hi...

What does it really mean to be great? In Matthew 18 and 20, Jesus challenges the world’s view of greatness by teaching that true greatness begins with humility, values the vulnerable, and is lived out in service to others. Pastor Matthew reminds us that while culture celebrates power, wealth, and status, Jesus redefines greatness as following His example: not to be served, but to serve and give Hi...

Pastor Matthew Johnson pauses the Following Jesus series to speak into a pivotal moment for The Tree Church as it prepares to launch the new Logan campus. Drawing from Joshua 3–6, he parallels Israel’s entry into the Promised Land with the faith steps God is calling the church to take today. Through four key actions, release, remember, recommit, and receive, this message challenges us to let go of...

Pastor Matthew Johnson pauses the Following Jesus series to speak into a pivotal moment for The Tree Church as it prepares to launch the new Logan campus. Drawing from Joshua 3–6, he parallels Israel’s entry into the Promised Land with the faith steps God is calling the church to take today. Through four key actions, release, remember, recommit, and receive, this message challenges us to let go of...

In this sermon from Matthew 17, 24–27, Pastor Anthony Lombardi explores how Jesus models both spiritual conviction and compassionate consideration. When confronted about the temple tax, Jesus, though exempt as the Son of God, chooses to pay it to avoid unnecessary offense. This message challenges us to reflect on how our words, actions, and attitudes impact others, and how our conduct can draw peo...

In this sermon from Matthew 17, 24–27, Pastor Anthony Lombardi explores how Jesus models both spiritual conviction and compassionate consideration. When confronted about the temple tax, Jesus, though exempt as the Son of God, chooses to pay it to avoid unnecessary offense. This message challenges us to reflect on how our words, actions, and attitudes impact others, and how our conduct can draw peo...

In this sermon, Pastor Matthew unpacks the tension between God’s high calling and His abundant grace through the powerful story found in Matthew 17 and Mark 9. We witness a father desperate for his son’s healing and disciples who falter in faith, both met by Jesus with compassion and truth. The message explores the difference between beginning faith, focused on what Jesus can do for us, and growin...

In this sermon, Pastor Matthew unpacks the tension between God’s high calling and His abundant grace through the powerful story found in Matthew 17 and Mark 9. We witness a father desperate for his son’s healing and disciples who falter in faith, both met by Jesus with compassion and truth. The message explores the difference between beginning faith, focused on what Jesus can do for us, and growin...

In this powerful message, Pastor Anthony Lombardi explores Matthew 14: 22–33, where Peter steps out of the boat and walks on water toward Jesus. With transparency, humor, and deep biblical insight, Pastor Anthony teaches that our faith journey is often marked by both courage and failure. He reminds us that Jesus meets us in our storms, sustains us through our struggles, and extends grace when we f...