Ordinary Time Sermons

Discover the meaning of Amos 6, Luke 16, and 1 Timothy 6 in this sermon on the Rich Man and Lazarus—how wealth, comfort, and callousness blind us to God’s call.

Mercy begins with a name. This sermon on Genesis 18, Hebrews 12, and Luke 19 explores justice, intercession, and Jesus’ weeping heart for the innocent.

Sermon on Jeremiah 1:4–10 and Hebrews 12:18–29—God calls Jeremiah before birth and invites us into His unshakable kingdom. Explore God’s right to call, equip, and send.

Mother's Day sermon on Proverbs 31 examining motherhood as sacred calling and wisdom work. Focuses on formation, transmission of truth, and strength through service beyond biological motherhood.

A theologically rich Father's Day sermon on Psalm 78:1-8 exploring fatherhood as sacred calling and anchor for families. Focuses on fathers' role in transmitting faith, providing stability, and exercising moral influence across generations without sentimentality.

This sermon explores what it means to be the church that gathers for worship and scatters for mission. Rooted in Genesis 12, Matthew 28, and Luke 10, Pastor Jason Elder offers a compelling reflection on service, discipleship, and going with presence, not pressure. Preached before a mission trip to Appalachia, this message invites you to see everyday life as sacred and missional.

Explore the meaning of God’s plumb line in Amos 7:7–17. This sermon unpacks the prophet’s vision, the confrontation with Amaziah, and what it means to live with integrity and courage in the face of injustice.

What does God really think of you? Explore Psalm 24 and Ephesians 1:3–14 to discover how being “in Christ” reshapes your identity, secures your worth, and grants you spiritual blessings no failure can erase.

Explore Acts 9:10–19 and discover the other side of prayer: how God often uses ordinary people, like Ananias, as the answer to someone else’s desperate cry. A powerful reflection on calling, courage, and availability.

Explore Acts 16:16–34 and discover how salvation disrupts systems, sings through suffering, and brings radical healing. This powerful sermon, Sideways Salvation, reveals how grace often comes unexpectedly—through protest, midnight praise, and solidarity with the suffering.

Discover why availability is the best ability in the Christian life. Explore Acts 16 and John 14 as Pastor Jason unpacks how God works through our gifts, passions, and skills when we remain open to the Spirit’s leading.

Discover how Romans 12 offers guidance for finding your purpose through your God-given gifts, passions, and skills. Learn how your unique design can build up the church, serve others, and bring glory to God.

A Creation Care Sunday sermon exploring why we care for creation—not from guilt, but from gratitude for God’s gift. Discover how nature reveals God’s glory and how caring for the earth is an act of worship.

Discover the meaning of Palm Sunday in this sermon on Luke 23:13-25 —why do we choose Barabbas when we know Christ is innocent?

Forgiveness is the hardest word to learn—and the hardest to live. This sermon from Micah 7:18–19 and Matthew 18:21–22 explores what forgiveness really means, why it’s so painful, and how Jesus gives us the strength to release the debts that weigh us down

In Luke 3:21-22, Jesus is baptized and the affirming voice of God breaks forth from heaven and declares, “You are my beloved son, with you I am well pleased.” This fuels Jesus’ life and ministry and this positive declaration is the voice that defines who we are. Learn more!

Explore John 1:1-14 and uncover how Jesus, the eternal Word, bridges the infinite and intimate. Discover the profound truths of his existence before creation, his light that overcomes darkness, and the transformative love revealed as the Word becomes flesh to dwell among us.

In this sermon on Mark 10:46-52, we explore Blind Bartimaeus, who boldly calls out to Jesus for mercy, defying the crowd’s attempts to silence him. His persistent faith leads to healing and a transformative relationship with Christ. This powerful story challenges us to have the courage to call out and the faith to follow Jesus. Are we ready to break through resistance and step into the light?

Explore Job 38:1-7, 34-41 in this sermon, where God answers Job’s suffering not with explanations, but with the grandeur of creation. Discover how this invites us to trust in divine wisdom amid life’s challenges and find hope even in unanswered questions.

In this sermon from Mark 10:17-31, the rich young ruler asks about eternal life. Explore the quest for eternal life, the challenge of letting go of possessions, and how Jesus invites us into a deeper relationship through faith.

Explore why Jesus is central to the Christian faith, uncovering His role as God’s ultimate revelation, His superiority to angels, and His pioneering work in salvation. I share this Hebrew 1:1-4 sermon idea to help others and to shine a light on the goodness of Christ.

James 5:13-20 teaches us about building a vibrant church community through Prayer, Healing, and Deliverance. Discover the power of service in our faith journey, inspired by Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s belief that “anyone can be great because everyone can serve.” James 5:13-20 meaning for today is deeply profound for any Christian wanting to make a practical impact in their church.

We discover what Mark 9:30-37 means when we see that Jesus teaches about true greatness: it isn’t about status or power but about selfless service. Whether you’re leading a team, teaching a class, or simply seeking to make a difference, Jesus offers inspiring insights into what it means to lead with a servant’s heart.

In this sermon from Mark 7:24-30 Jesus is moved to act because of the faith of the Syrophoenician woman, sometimes called the Canaanite woman. This passage is astounding. She asks for crumbs from the table and Jesus heals her daughter. This passage is situated between Mark 6 and the feeding of the 5,000 and Mark 8 and the feeding of the 4000 Gentiles, so the theme of eating bread with the Messiah is a major theme.

In this sermon from James 1, we see faith, works, salvation, and grace. This sermon reframes the question, “What must I do to go to heaven?” by focusing on God’s grace and our grateful response. Discover how trials, the power of the tongue, and being doers of the Word reflect true faith. Keywords: James 1, faith and works, salvation, grace, gospel.

A sermon from Ephesians 6:10-20 explains why we often call faith a fight and reminds readers and listeners that we do not fight against people, but against ideas and impulses that are anti-good and anti-God.

Discover profound insights from Ephesians 2:11-22 on unity and reconciliation in a divided world. Explore how Christ's message of peace transcends political and social divides, offering hope and guidance for living out our identity in Him. Gain wisdom on fostering unity amidst cultural tensions.

This sermon from Ephesians 1:3-14 explores identity, grace, and transformation using the allegory of “The Ugly Duckling.” We often struggle with feelings of inadequacy and misunderstanding, but the Scripture reminds us that our true identity is found by looking in the waters of our baptism. We are beloved children of God, blessed, chosen, adopted, redeemed, and marked with the Holy Spirit.

In Mark 5:21-43, we witness profound acts of restoration: Jairus' daughter and a woman healed. It's more than a story; it's a feast of God's grace and restoration. This passage is also 1 of 5 Markan Sandwiches, which is a storytelling technique akin to framing, whereby one story is interrupted and interpreted by another.

What are the ABCs of Christian living for the individual and the church? In this passage from Mark 3:13-35, Jesus calls the disciples to an adventure, gives them and assignment with an apprenticeship, which requires boldness. Yet, even Jesus himself needs the bonds of a committed, covenant community, and so do we! We get into the journey of discipleship and discover the strength of covenant, companionship, and community.