Sermons

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A Tale of Two Kingdoms invites us to sit at the feet of Jesus and be formed by His parables about the Kingdom of God. On the night before His betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for all who would one day believe in Him—asking not that they be taken out of the world, but that they be kept from the evil one and sent into the world as He Himself was sent (John 17). Jesus knew that the word He received from the Father would set His people apart, making them holy and forming them as citizens of a different Kingdom. Through His life, death, resurrection, and promised return, the Kingdom of God has broken into our world—already present, yet not fully realized. Though Christians continue to live within the kingdoms of this world, our ultimate citizenship now belongs to the Kingdom of God. In this sermon series, we will explore Jesus’ Kingdom parables to learn what this new citizenship means for our faith, our loyalties, and our daily lives, and how Christ sends us into the world to bear witness to His Kingdom—freeing us from the idols, false promises, and misplaced hopes of the kingdom of man.  

A short two-week series by Tom Harper, elder at Bethel Presbyterian.

A short two-week series by Tom Harper, elder at Bethel Presbyterian.

Join us this Advent season as we explore how to discover Jesus in the ancient story of redemption and how God has been weaving Jesus and His coming throughout the whole of history!Christmas is one of those holidays that is rich in tradition. We hang our lights, put up a tree, and bake our favorite cookies. Some begin these traditions right after Thanksgiving, others as soon as November arrives, and a few wait until Christmas Eve, but all of these rhythms signal to our hearts that Christmas has come.Long before these traditions existed, God gave His people signs of a far greater promise. Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through His prophets, announcing the coming Messiah who would redeem His people, free them from the captivity of sin, and fulfill His covenant promises. Each prophecy reminded Israel that God had not forgotten them—that He was actively working in history to accomplish salvation.During this Advent season, a time of waiting and expectation, we will explore these Old Testament promises and see how they find their fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. As we do, we will discover how these ancient promises still offer each of us the hope, peace, joy, and love that are ours in Him.

Join us this Advent season as we explore how to discover Jesus in the ancient story of redemption and how God has been weaving Jesus and His coming throughout the whole of history!Christmas is one of those holidays that is rich in tradition. We hang our lights, put up a tree, and bake our favorite cookies. Some begin these traditions right after Thanksgiving, others as soon as November arrives, and a few wait until Christmas Eve, but all of these rhythms signal to our hearts that Christmas has come.Long before these traditions existed, God gave His people signs of a far greater promise. Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through His prophets, announcing the coming Messiah who would redeem His people, free them from the captivity of sin, and fulfill His covenant promises. Each prophecy reminded Israel that God had not forgotten them—that He was actively working in history to accomplish salvation.During this Advent season, a time of waiting and expectation, we will explore these Old Testament promises and see how they find their fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. As we do, we will discover how these ancient promises still offer each of us the hope, peace, joy, and love that are ours in Him.

Join us this Advent season as we explore how to discover Jesus in the ancient story of redemption and how God has been weaving Jesus and His coming throughout the whole of history!Christmas is one of those holidays that is rich in tradition. We hang our lights, put up a tree, and bake our favorite cookies. Some begin these traditions right after Thanksgiving, others as soon as November arrives, and a few wait until Christmas Eve, but all of these rhythms signal to our hearts that Christmas has come.Long before these traditions existed, God gave His people signs of a far greater promise. Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through His prophets, announcing the coming Messiah who would redeem His people, free them from the captivity of sin, and fulfill His covenant promises. Each prophecy reminded Israel that God had not forgotten them—that He was actively working in history to accomplish salvation.During this Advent season, a time of waiting and expectation, we will explore these Old Testament promises and see how they find their fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. As we do, we will discover how these ancient promises still offer each of us the hope, peace, joy, and love that are ours in Him.

Join us this Advent season as we explore how to discover Jesus in the ancient story of redemption and how God has been weaving Jesus and His coming throughout the whole of history!Christmas is one of those holidays that is rich in tradition. We hang our lights, put up a tree, and bake our favorite cookies. Some begin these traditions right after Thanksgiving, others as soon as November arrives, and a few wait until Christmas Eve, but all of these rhythms signal to our hearts that Christmas has come.Long before these traditions existed, God gave His people signs of a far greater promise. Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through His prophets, announcing the coming Messiah who would redeem His people, free them from the captivity of sin, and fulfill His covenant promises. Each prophecy reminded Israel that God had not forgotten them—that He was actively working in history to accomplish salvation.During this Advent season, a time of waiting and expectation, we will explore these Old Testament promises and see how they find their fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. As we do, we will discover how these ancient promises still offer each of us the hope, peace, joy, and love that are ours in Him.

Join us this Advent season as we explore how to discover Jesus in the ancient story of redemption and how God has been weaving Jesus and His coming throughout the whole of history!Christmas is one of those holidays that is rich in tradition. We hang our lights, put up a tree, and bake our favorite cookies. Some begin these traditions right after Thanksgiving, others as soon as November arrives, and a few wait until Christmas Eve, but all of these rhythms signal to our hearts that Christmas has come.Long before these traditions existed, God gave His people signs of a far greater promise. Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through His prophets, announcing the coming Messiah who would redeem His people, free them from the captivity of sin, and fulfill His covenant promises. Each prophecy reminded Israel that God had not forgotten them—that He was actively working in history to accomplish salvation.During this Advent season, a time of waiting and expectation, we will explore these Old Testament promises and see how they find their fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. As we do, we will discover how these ancient promises still offer each of us the hope, peace, joy, and love that are ours in Him.

What does it truly mean to gather for worship? Is it simply following a set of traditions, or is there something deeper that God desires for us in those moments? Could it be a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt connection with our Creator?Join us for a 7-week study as we explore the heart of worship—what it means for every believer to know God more intimately and delight in Him forever. Let’s discover together the beauty and purpose of worship as God intended.

What does it truly mean to gather for worship? Is it simply following a set of traditions, or is there something deeper that God desires for us in those moments? Could it be a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt connection with our Creator?Join us for a 7-week study as we explore the heart of worship—what it means for every believer to know God more intimately and delight in Him forever. Let’s discover together the beauty and purpose of worship as God intended.

What does it truly mean to gather for worship? Is it simply following a set of traditions, or is there something deeper that God desires for us in those moments? Could it be a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt connection with our Creator? Join us for a 7-week study as we explore the heart of worship—what it means for every believer to know God more intimately and delight in Him forever. Let’s discover together the beauty and purpose of worship as God intended.

What does it truly mean to gather for worship? Is it simply following a set of traditions, or is there something deeper that God desires for us in those moments? Could it be a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt connection with our Creator?Join us for a 7-week study as we explore the heart of worship—what it means for every believer to know God more intimately and delight in Him forever. Let’s discover together the beauty and purpose of worship as God intended.

What does it truly mean to gather for worship? Is it simply following a set of traditions, or is there something deeper that God desires for us in those moments? Could it be a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt connection with our Creator?Join us for a 7-week study as we explore the heart of worship—what it means for every believer to know God more intimately and delight in Him forever. Let’s discover together the beauty and purpose of worship as God intended.