Ransom Church

In this sermon, Pastor Phill discusses the significance of the Last Supper during Holy Week, emphasizing its connection to the Passover and the impending betrayal by Judas. Reflecting on the nature of betrayal, he highlights that it often comes from those closest to us, and how all disciples doubted themselves before suspecting Judas. Phill points out that even Judas was present at the table durin...

In her sermon, Pastor Stephani looks at the story of Jesus and his disciples eating grain on the Sabbath--emphasizing the importance of mercy over strict adherence to rules. She highlights how Jesus challenges the legalistic mindset of the Pharisees, asserting that people matter more than the law. Surrender control of your life to Jesus, who provides true rest and teaches you to extend mercy to ot...

Pastor Phill explores the miracle of feeding the five thousand, emphasizing the power of compassion and the importance of seeing the needs around us. He highlights how, while the disciples were focused on their exhaustion, Jesus saw the crowd's desperation and demonstrated compassion by teaching them. The crux of the miracle lies in how Jesus involved the disciples by asking them to contribut...

Pastor Phill continues the "Dinner with Jesus" series, focusing on a dinner where Jesus was invited by a Pharisee named Simon, highlighting the Pharisee's lack of respect for Jesus and how an immoral woman honors Him instead. Through her actions, she demonstrates true reverence and love for Jesus, contrasting with Simon's judgmental attitude—a reminder that true faith involves...

Pastor Phill explores the theme of Jesus as the life of the party, using the Wedding Feast at Cana to illustrate His welcoming nature and His abundant joy. He emphasizes that Jesus was often accused of being too fun, reflecting a stark contrast to how many perceive Christians today. Through the narrative, Pastor Phill highlights a deeper message about inadequacy, showing how Jesus cares for our im...

Pastor Will discusses the significance of sharing meals as a means of fostering relationships, emphasizing that the dinner invitation has become less common in today’s society. He highlights how Jesus modeled this behavior by spending time with those marginalized by society, using meals as a transformative opportunity to connect and communicate love. The core message is that sharing a meal creates...

Pastor Paul wrapped up the "Red Flags" series by focusing on the importance of recognizing red flags within ourselves in relationships, particularly regarding sexual sin. He highlighted that sexuality is a complex topic, emphasizing its mysterious, physical, and valuable nature while also recognizing how it can be broken and damaging. The sermon stressed the necessity of healing, investi...

Pastor Mara addresses the nature of conflict, emphasizing that it’s crucial to recognize unhealthy conflict within ourselves rather than solely focusing on others. She highlights Jesus' call for radical non-resistance and love towards our enemies, challenging the audience to trust God with justice instead of seeking personal retribution. Mara shares the importance of intentionally praying for...

Pastor Phill kicks off a new series, "Red Flags", focusing on relationships while emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's plan. Recognizing red flags in relationships often indicates unhealthy behaviors and stressed that Christians should value relationships as God does. The message specifically addressed divorce, reminding the congregation that while it is permitted in cert...

Dr. Jim Dunn, President of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, shares the importance of honoring God with our minds, drawing from teachings in Deuteronomy and how Jesus reiterated this command. He highlights that our minds are a precious gift from God and encourages parents to actively guide their children's spiritual growth. Dr. Dunn stresses the necessity of being aware of the cultural messages o...

In this sermon, Pastor Phill emphasizes the concept of social holiness, rooted in John Wesley's teachings, challenging the congregation to embrace a faith that extends beyond personal devotion to active community engagement. He reflects on his leadership journey in guiding the church back to its mission and encouraging members to live out their core values of worshiping, living, and serving f...

Today, Pastor Phill continues the "Dear Ransom" series, exploring what God might say to Ransom Church by examining the letters in Revelation. He emphasizes that true freedom, as defined by Scripture, involves serving others with love, rather than using freedom as an excuse for selfishness or legalism. Pastor Phill warns against the dangers of superficial serving motivated by obligation i...

In the second week of the "Dear Ransom" series, Pastor Phill emphasizes the importance of living in biblical community, as illustrated in Scripture. He highlights that true holiness and freedom from sin cannot be achieved in isolation, urging the congregation to seek relationships with one another as essential for spiritual growth. Drawing from Genesis and Acts, he explains how community...

Pastor Phill introduces a new series, "Dear Ransom," focusing on the theme of trusting God as they enter a new year. He emphasizes the importance of spiritual consistency, referencing Proverbs 3:5-6 and encouraging the congregation to deeply reflect on their relationship with God. By exploring the letters to the seven churches in Revelation, he invites each individual to consider where t...

Pastor Phill focuses on the significance of Christmas Eve as a moment to pause and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, that Jesus came to save us from our sins rather than simply improving our earthly circumstances. He discusses the prophecy by Isaiah about the Messiah that many missed because it did not align with their expectations for a political or social liberator. In Luke, Jesus declar...

Pastor Stephani shares her love for Christmas and the joy of giving and receiving gifts as a way to introduce the concept of joy found in the presence of Jesus. Recalling receiving a special bike as a child, she looks at the prophecy in Isaiah 61, which reveals the gifts and healing that come through the Messiah. The message emphasizes that true joy, rooted in the Lord, transcends circumstances an...

Pastor Phill continues the series on prophecies from Isaiah that foretell the coming of Jesus as the Messiah, emphasizing that Jesus is more than enough for us now as we anticipate His second coming. Isaiah 53 depicts a Messiah who does not conform to the people's expectations--portrayed as one who suffers, is despised, and bears the sins of humanity. Recognize that true salvation comes not f...

Pastor Phill discusses the true essence of Christmas, emphasizing that it is about miracles and prophecies of hope from the Old Testament. Despite the seemingly hopeless circumstances faced by the Israelites, the prophet Isaiah foretold of a Savior emerging from the line of David, symbolizing new life and hope. This Christmas, we are reminded that Jesus, who comes from humble beginnings, understan...

Pastor Phill discusses the anticipation of the Messiah during the Advent season, highlighting the significance of waiting for Jesus amid life's struggles. He emphasizes the importance of trusting God's promises, illustrating that Jesus came not to solve our earthly problems but to address the deeper issue of sin. Citing Isaiah's prophecies, he reassures that even in darkness, there...

Pastor Phill reflects on Psalm 139, emphasizing God's intimate knowledge and unwavering love for us, especially during the challenging holiday season. He reminds us regardless of our struggles with mental health, identity, or feelings of loneliness, God's presence and pursuit of us remain constant. Phill encourages us to embrace our uniqueness and the value we hold in God's eyes, as...

Pastor Paul shares the story of George Wishart, who, while facing execution, chose to sing Psalm 119, only to receive a pardon just as the song reached its midpoint. He emphasizes that Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, serves as a creative expression highlighting the importance of God's Word, which appears in nearly every verse through various terms. While valuing Scripture is esse...

In this sermon, Pastor Phill emphasizes the importance of repentance in our relationship with God, using Psalm 51 as a framework. He illustrates how everyone struggles with sin but highlights that true growth comes from owning our failures and seeking God’s mercy. Through the story of David, Phill points out that despite his mistakes, David's genuine repentance made him a man after God's...

Pastor Stephani reflects on the importance of trusting and delighting in the Lord amidst life's challenges, especially concerning the wicked. Drawing insights from Psalm 37, she encourages believers not to worry about those who do wrong, as they will ultimately fade away. She emphasizes that true satisfaction comes from a relationship with God, which reorients our desires toward His will. Ste...

Pastor Mara discusses Psalm 24, emphasizing its three key truths and their relevance today. She highlights God's sovereignty over the Earth and our identity as His people, reminding us that we are called to trust Him rather than get distracted by worldly concerns. Through the metaphor of waking up from spiritual sleep, she encourages individuals to recognize their relationship with God and re...

Pastor Phill uses Robert Frost's poem to illustrate the choices we face in life, paralleling it with Psalm 1, which emphasizes the importance of the paths we choose. He highlights that choosing the path of righteousness leads to a blessed life, while the path of the wicked ultimately leads to destruction. By meditating on and delighting in God's Word, believers will be nourished and frui...