Bedrock Community Church Sunday Sermons

What happens when the greatest miracle imaginable is not enough to change a hardened heart? In John 11, we are brought into one of the most dramatic and revealing moments in all of Scripture. Jesus has just raised Lazarus from the dead after four days in the tomb, a sign so undeniable that it should have settled every question about who Jesus is. And yet, the response is divided. Some believe. Oth...

What does Jesus actually do when grief closes in and sorrow feels unbearable? In John chapter 11, we are brought face to face with a Jesus who is not distant or detached from our pain. Through the story of Lazarus, his sisters Mary and Martha, and a community drowning in mourning, we discover four profound truths about the character of Christ: he sees our sorrow, he feels it deeply, he moves towar...

This week’s sermon continued in John 10, where Jesus is confronted by religious leaders who ask Him to plainly say whether He is the Christ. Jesus responds by pointing to His words and works, explaining that His sheep hear His voice, follow Him, receive eternal life, and are secure in His hand. The sermon also addressed some of the theological tension in this passage—especially around belief, salv...

What does it truly mean to hear the voice of the Good Shepherd? In John 10, we are drawn into a rich and layered conversation that Jesus has with the religious leaders of his day, and the contrast could not be more striking. On one side, we see leaders who have climbed into positions of authority through self-interest, burdening the people they were meant to serve. On the other, we encounter a she...

What does it mean to truly see? In John chapter 9, we encounter a man born blind whose life becomes a stage for one of the most profound miracles in all of Scripture. But this passage is about far more than physical healing. It is about the kind of spiritual sight that changes everything. As we walk through all 41 verses, we discover three powerful truths: Jesus sees people that others overlook, J...

This week’s message explored the central question: Who is Jesus? Walking through John 8:21–59, we saw Jesus declare His divine identity, confront the reality of sin, and offer true freedom to those who abide in His word. The sermon emphasized three main responses: believe in Jesus’ person (fully God and fully man), abide in His power to free us from sin, and worship His preeminence as the eternal...

This week’s message explored Abraham’s faith in Genesis 22, where God calls him to offer Isaac as a sacrifice. The sermon highlighted that genuine faith takes God at His word and responds with obedient action, even when it’s costly or confusing. Abraham’s faith wasn’t instant or perfect—it grew over decades of walking with God, marked by failures, doubts, and new steps of obedience. Ultimately, Ab...

Naaman was a powerful Syrian commander who suffered from leprosy—a need he could not fix with his status, wealth, or influence. When he sought healing, God used his obvious physical need to expose his deeper need: humble dependence on God. Naaman tried to buy and control his healing, but only received it when he obeyed God’s simple instruction through the prophet Elisha. The story warns us against...

The story of Jabez, nestled in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles, draws attention with its brief but powerful lesson. Jabez, whose very name means “pain,” was marked by sorrow from birth. Yet, he did not allow this label to define his identity. Instead, Jabez turned to God in honest prayer, asking for blessing, for God’s hand to be upon him, and for protection from harm. The message explored how God...

This week’s message explores the story of Mephibosheth—Jonathan’s son, crippled by a fall and living in obscurity—whom King David seeks out to show covenant kindness for Jonathan’s sake. The sermon draws a powerful parallel between Mephibosheth’s undeserved invitation to the king’s table and the Gospel: God’s hesed—His covenant love, grace, and mercy—finds us at our lowest and welcomes us to His t...

This week’s message explored the story of Abigail, a discerning and courageous woman who intervened when her foolish husband, Nabal, insulted David, risking the destruction of her entire household. Abigail’s wisdom and humility not only averted disaster but also redirected David away from vengeance and toward trust in God’s justice. The sermon highlighted how discernment acts with wisdom instead o...

Philip explored the life of King Rehoboam, Solomon's son, who presented a false image of strength, wisdom, and spirituality while his heart was far from God. Unlike previous characters in this series who we're encouraged to emulate, Rehoboam serves as a warning against phoniness in our faith. The message challenges us to stop performing for others and instead be authentic with God and our communit...

This sermon walks through the entire life of Joseph (Genesis 37-45), showing how God used betrayal, slavery, false accusation, and imprisonment to position Joseph to save many lives—including his own family. Throughout 22 years of hardship (ages 17-39), Joseph remained faithful to God, ultimately revealing to his brothers that what they meant for evil, God meant for good. Joseph's life points forw...

This sermon explores the account of Achan, who secretly took forbidden items during the conquest of Jericho, leading to devastating consequences for the entire nation of Israel. Through this story, we learn that sin always begins with a compromised heart, hidden sin produces wider consequences than we expect, and the path back to God's favor requires confession and holiness. The message challenges...

This sermon explores the account of Achan, who secretly took forbidden items during the conquest of Jericho, leading to devastating consequences for the entire nation of Israel. Through this story, we learn that sin always begins with a compromised heart, hidden sin produces wider consequences than we expect, and the path back to God's favor requires confession and holiness. The message challenges...

This message explores the story of young Samuel in the temple, learning to hear God's voice in a time when "the word of the Lord was rare." Pastor Philip challenged us to not just possess the "flashlight" of the gospel but to actually turn it on and use it. Through Samuel's example, we learn three essential truths: (1) Samuel's readiness - he was available to God; (2) Samuel's reception - he accep...

Pastor Dan shared the story of Ehud, a left-handed judge God raised up to deliver Israel from 18 years of oppression under King Eglon of Moab. The message emphasizes how seriously God takes sin, while also highlighting His faithfulness to deliver His people when they cry out to Him. Just as Israel fell into a cycle of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance, we often find ourselves feeding th...

This message explores the story of young Samuel in the temple, learning to hear God's voice in a time when "the word of the Lord was rare." Pastor Philip challenged us to not just possess the "flashlight" of the gospel but to actually turn it on and use it. Through Samuel's example, we learn three essential truths: (1) Samuel's readiness - he was available to God; (2) Samuel's reception - he accep...

Pastor Dan shared the story of Ehud, a left-handed judge God raised up to deliver Israel from 18 years of oppression under King Eglon of Moab. The message emphasizes how seriously God takes sin, while also highlighting His faithfulness to deliver His people when they cry out to Him. Just as Israel fell into a cycle of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance, we often find ourselves feeding th...

This sermon explores the story of Rahab from Joshua 2, using the metaphor of dead vines transformed into something beautiful (a Christmas tree) to illustrate how God redeems broken lives. Rahab, a prostitute in Jericho, recognized God's power, rejected her former life, and received God's grace—ultimately becoming part of Jesus' genealogy. Her story reminds us that God's grace is greater than our p...

This sermon explores the story of Rahab from Joshua 2, using the metaphor of dead vines transformed into something beautiful (a Christmas tree) to illustrate how God redeems broken lives. Rahab, a prostitute in Jericho, recognized God's power, rejected her former life, and received God's grace—ultimately becoming part of Jesus' genealogy. Her story reminds us that God's grace is greater than our p...

This sermon explores the tragic story of Cain and Abel, revealing how unchecked sin, jealousy, and pride can destroy our lives and relationships. Through Cain's failure to bring an acceptable offering and his subsequent murder of Abel, we learn that God desires our wholehearted worship, not religious performance. The message emphasizes that sin doesn't kick down the front door—it finds small crack...

This sermon explored one of the most beloved yet debated passages in Scripture—the woman caught in adultery. Through the lens of discipline (handling Scripture faithfully), dialogue (Jesus' interaction with broken people), and doctrine (teaching that transforms lifestyle), we see how Jesus brings grace and truth together. The message culminated with Carson Hardy's powerful testimony of freedom fro...

This sermon explored one of the most beloved yet debated passages in Scripture—the woman caught in adultery. Through the lens of discipline (handling Scripture faithfully), dialogue (Jesus' interaction with broken people), and doctrine (teaching that transforms lifestyle), we see how Jesus brings grace and truth together. The message culminated with Carson Hardy's powerful testimony of freedom fro...

In a world filled with spiritual options—like a buffet of choices—we can easily sample many things but still feel unsatisfied. At the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus stood up and offered something radically different: living water that satisfies forever. While the crowd had conflicted responses to Jesus, He extended a compelling invitation to all who thirst. Some rejected Him, but His offer remains: c...