The Trails Church https://www.thetrails.org no en-us ℗ & © 2024 The Trails Church Sermons from The Trails Church The Trails Church The Trails Church exists to glorify God by making disciples through the gospel, in community, and on mission. The Trails Church exists to glorify God by making disciples through the gospel, in community, and on mission. Matt Boswell matt@thetrails.org Counted Worthy to Suffer: Acts 5:27-42 Counted Worthy to Suffer: Acts 5:27-42 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/counted-worthy-to-suffer:-acts-5:27-42 Acts 5:27–42 begins and ends with the apostles proclaiming the name of Jesus, yet the space between details the most severe persecution we have seen so far in our study. Despite their message being rejected, and their bodies beaten, the apostles rejoice in suffering and praise God that they were “Counted Worthy to Suffer.” With our bibles open and Judson’s letter ringing in our ears, let see how the apostles were willing to suffer: 1. For the Sake of the Name (27-32), 2. For the Sake of Souls (33-39), and 3. For the Joy of Being Counted Worthy (40-42). Acts 5:27–42 begins and ends with the apostles proclaiming the name of Jesus, yet the space between details the most severe persecution we have seen so far in our study. Despite their message being rejected, and their bodies beaten, the apostles rejoice in suffering and praise God that they were “Counted Worthy to Suffer.” With our bibles open and Judson’s letter ringing in our ears, let see how the apostles were willing to suffer: 1. For the Sake of the Name (27-32), 2. For the Sake of Souls (33-39), and 3. For the Joy of Being Counted Worthy (40-42). https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/301/counted-worthy-to-suffer:-acts-5:27-42 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Authentic Ministry: Acts 5:12-32 Authentic Ministry: Acts 5:12-32 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/authentic-ministry:-acts-5:12-32 In Acts 5:12-32 we read a report of how the Lord is at work in a local church planted in a city of vast lostness, and real threats, yet a steadfast commitment to proclaim Christ. Our verses cover a wide range of elements: days of church growth, a night in prison, a mini-sermon, and opposition. Through it all we find a thread of what might be described simply as, “Authentic Ministry.” Yet, in this update provided by Luke, we find patterns that are not only meant to be true of the ancient church, or global churches, but our church right here right now. We will think about this kind of Authentic Ministry with three signs to look for (three things to pray for): 1. Gospel Transformation, 2. Gospel Persecution, and 3. Gospel Proclamation. In Acts 5:12-32 we read a report of how the Lord is at work in a local church planted in a city of vast lostness, and real threats, yet a steadfast commitment to proclaim Christ. Our verses cover a wide range of elements: days of church growth, a night in prison, a mini-sermon, and opposition. Through it all we find a thread of what might be described simply as, “Authentic Ministry.” Yet, in this update provided by Luke, we find patterns that are not only meant to be true of the ancient church, or global churches, but our church right here right now. We will think about this kind of Authentic Ministry with three signs to look for (three things to pray for): 1. Gospel Transformation, 2. Gospel Persecution, and 3. Gospel Proclamation. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/300/authentic-ministry:-acts-5:12-32 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Purity of the Church: Acts 5:1-11 The Purity of the Church: Acts 5:1-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/the-purity-of-the-church:-acts-5:1-11 In Acts 5:1-11, we are met with the first recorded sin in the New Testament church. After witnessing what seemed like ever-increasing unity and joy over the first four chapters of the book, from now on what we'll see is not only external persecution, but internal corruption. At the heart of this story, what we see most clearly is God's passion for, and His commitment to, the purity of the church. There are three lessons in this passage that instruct us on how a local church can pursue purity and fight hypocrisy: 1. Stand in the Truth, 2. Walk in the Light, and 3. Live in the Fear of the Lord. In Acts 5:1-11, we are met with the first recorded sin in the New Testament church. After witnessing what seemed like ever-increasing unity and joy over the first four chapters of the book, from now on what we'll see is not only external persecution, but internal corruption. At the heart of this story, what we see most clearly is God's passion for, and His commitment to, the purity of the church. There are three lessons in this passage that instruct us on how a local church can pursue purity and fight hypocrisy: 1. Stand in the Truth, 2. Walk in the Light, and 3. Live in the Fear of the Lord. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/299/the-purity-of-the-church:-acts-5:1-11 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Great Grace: Acts 4:32-37 Great Grace: Acts 4:32-37 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/great-grace:-acts-4:32-37 The grace-filled description of the Jerusalem Church in Acts 4:32-37 contains a compelling picture of how the gospel recalibrates the very heart and soul of a local church. The picture we witness is one of authentic Christianity that moves us from living with self and our own agenda at the center, to a new way of living with Christ and his kingdom at the center. While this passage may seem foreign to us in some ways, it is certainly meant to feel like home in others. We will observe our passage under two headings that serve as windows through which we study this church marked with “Great Grace:” 1. Gospel Unity and 2. Gospel Generosity. The grace-filled description of the Jerusalem Church in Acts 4:32-37 contains a compelling picture of how the gospel recalibrates the very heart and soul of a local church. The picture we witness is one of authentic Christianity that moves us from living with self and our own agenda at the center, to a new way of living with Christ and his kingdom at the center. While this passage may seem foreign to us in some ways, it is certainly meant to feel like home in others. We will observe our passage under two headings that serve as windows through which we study this church marked with “Great Grace:” 1. Gospel Unity and 2. Gospel Generosity. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/297/great-grace:-acts-4:32-37 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Only A Prayer Meeting: Acts 4:23-31 Only A Prayer Meeting: Acts 4:23-31 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/only-a-prayer-meeting:-acts-4:23-31 In Acts 4:23-31, we have the privilege of walking into a prayer meeting of the early church. As these believers experience their first taste of persecution, their reflex is to fly to God in prayer. In what may have been “Only A Prayer Meeting,” the description of this occasion contains helpful lessons on prayer itself and its role in the life of each local church. Here we learn something of: 1. The Practice of Prayer, 2. The Posture of Prayer, and 3. The Power of Prayer. In Acts 4:23-31, we have the privilege of walking into a prayer meeting of the early church. As these believers experience their first taste of persecution, their reflex is to fly to God in prayer. In what may have been “Only A Prayer Meeting,” the description of this occasion contains helpful lessons on prayer itself and its role in the life of each local church. Here we learn something of: 1. The Practice of Prayer, 2. The Posture of Prayer, and 3. The Power of Prayer. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/296/only-a-prayer-meeting:-acts-4:23-31 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 They Had Been With Jesus: Acts 4:13-22 They Had Been With Jesus: Acts 4:13-22 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/they-had-been-with-jesus:-acts-4:13-22 In Acts 4:13-22, Peter and John stand before the most powerful people in Israel and boldly proclaim the name of Jesus. The miracles they had seen and the truths they had heard from Jesus turned their entire lives upside down and caused them to be bold gospel witnesses. Here we find a pattern of living not only meant for these apostles, but for each of us who follow Christ. Since “They Had Been With Jesus,” their hearts were willed with gospel boldness and their lips with gospel witness. In Acts 4:13-22, Peter and John stand before the most powerful people in Israel and boldly proclaim the name of Jesus. The miracles they had seen and the truths they had heard from Jesus turned their entire lives upside down and caused them to be bold gospel witnesses. Here we find a pattern of living not only meant for these apostles, but for each of us who follow Christ. Since “They Had Been With Jesus,” their hearts were willed with gospel boldness and their lips with gospel witness. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/295/they-had-been-with-jesus:-acts-4:13-22 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 No Other Name: Acts 4:1-12 No Other Name: Acts 4:1-12 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/no-other-name:-acts-4:1-12 In Acts 4:1–12, Peter stands before the most powerful men in Israel and boldly proclaims that “No Other Name” can save except the name of Jesus Christ. There are four marvelous truths we learn about Jesus from this passage: 1. Jesus, the Name that Divides, 2. Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life, 3. Jesus, the Cornerstone, 4. Jesus, the Only Name that Saves. In Acts 4:1–12, Peter stands before the most powerful men in Israel and boldly proclaims that “No Other Name” can save except the name of Jesus Christ. There are four marvelous truths we learn about Jesus from this passage: 1. Jesus, the Name that Divides, 2. Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life, 3. Jesus, the Cornerstone, 4. Jesus, the Only Name that Saves. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/294/no-other-name:-acts-4:1-12 Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 A Christ-Centered Sermon: Acts 3:11-26 A Christ-Centered Sermon: Acts 3:11-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/a-christ-centered-sermon:-acts-3:11-26 In Acts 3:11–26 we find the summary of “A Christ-Centered Sermon,” the second sermon preached by Peter in the Book of Acts. After the sign of Pentecost in Acts 2 and now following the sign of the lame man healed in Acts 3, we learn how these signs set the stage for sermons, wonders made way for the Word, miracles led to the message. The sermon shows that the sign itself was not the point but was meant to point to Jesus Christ. We will outline our sermon with four points that we first find in Peter’s sermon: 1. The God of Israel, 2. The Gravity of Sin, 3. The Glory of Christ, 4. The Gospel of Repentance. In Acts 3:11–26 we find the summary of “A Christ-Centered Sermon,” the second sermon preached by Peter in the Book of Acts. After the sign of Pentecost in Acts 2 and now following the sign of the lame man healed in Acts 3, we learn how these signs set the stage for sermons, wonders made way for the Word, miracles led to the message. The sermon shows that the sign itself was not the point but was meant to point to Jesus Christ. We will outline our sermon with four points that we first find in Peter’s sermon: 1. The God of Israel, 2. The Gravity of Sin, 3. The Glory of Christ, 4. The Gospel of Repentance. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/292/a-christ-centered-sermon:-acts-3:11-26 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Walking, and Leaping, and Praising God: Acts 3:1-10 Walking, and Leaping, and Praising God: Acts 3:1-10 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/walking-and-leaping-and-praising-god:-acts-3:1-10 In Acts 3:1-10, the apostles Peter and John encounter a lame man begging at the temple gate. When the man asked them for money to help his situation temporarily, the apostles saw his greatest need and gave him more than he ever imagined. That day, the man who had never known use of his legs went, “Walking, and Leaping, and Praising God.” The main idea of the passage emphasizes the power of Christ at work in and through his apostles as evidence that the kingdom of God had not only come but would continue to advance.2 We will explore these ten verses from two different angles. First, The Story, then The Sign. In Acts 3:1-10, the apostles Peter and John encounter a lame man begging at the temple gate. When the man asked them for money to help his situation temporarily, the apostles saw his greatest need and gave him more than he ever imagined. That day, the man who had never known use of his legs went, “Walking, and Leaping, and Praising God.” The main idea of the passage emphasizes the power of Christ at work in and through his apostles as evidence that the kingdom of God had not only come but would continue to advance.2 We will explore these ten verses from two different angles. First, The Story, then The Sign. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/291/walking-and-leaping-and-praising-god:-acts-3:1-10 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Devoted to the Mission: Acts 2:47 Devoted to the Mission: Acts 2:47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/devoted-to-the-mission:-acts-2:47 Among all the characteristics that describe the first New Testament church in Acts 2:42-47, the final words reveal how they were Devoted to the Mission. The church which had been built on the gospel through evangelism understood their call to spread the gospel through evangelism. From their example, I want to show you three features of the mission of the church from Acts 2:47 that I pray will strengthen our witness together. Our heading will highlight that we have been given: 1. A Dependent Mission, 2. A Shared Mission, 3. A Continuing Mission. Among all the characteristics that describe the first New Testament church in Acts 2:42-47, the final words reveal how they were Devoted to the Mission. The church which had been built on the gospel through evangelism understood their call to spread the gospel through evangelism. From their example, I want to show you three features of the mission of the church from Acts 2:47 that I pray will strengthen our witness together. Our heading will highlight that we have been given: 1. A Dependent Mission, 2. A Shared Mission, 3. A Continuing Mission. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/290/devoted-to-the-mission:-acts-2:47 Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Adoption: Galatians 4:4-7 Adoption: Galatians 4:4-7 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/adoption:-galatians-4:4-7 In Galatians 4:4-7, the Apostle Paul highlights not only the wonders of the incarnation and the reality of our redemption, but ultimately points to the adoption we have received through Christ. This spiritual adoption we have experienced gives a us a new identity, draws us into an intimate relationship with God, and transforms how we live in the world. We will explore our subject under two headings: 1. The Story of Our Adoption, and 2. The Blessings of Our Adoption. In Galatians 4:4-7, the Apostle Paul highlights not only the wonders of the incarnation and the reality of our redemption, but ultimately points to the adoption we have received through Christ. This spiritual adoption we have experienced gives a us a new identity, draws us into an intimate relationship with God, and transforms how we live in the world. We will explore our subject under two headings: 1. The Story of Our Adoption, and 2. The Blessings of Our Adoption. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/288/adoption:-galatians-4:4-7 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Redemption: Galatians 4:4-5 Redemption: Galatians 4:4-5 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/redemption:-galatians-4:4-5 Galatians 4:4-5 not only highlights the plan of God that would unfold in the fullness of time, but also shows the purpose of God in sending his Son. Jesus came at the appointed time to redeem us from the law, sin, and death. With his life he fulfilled the law of God and then he died for those of us who never could. This is the heart of the Christmas message. This truly is good news of great joy: that God has brought us “Redemption” through his Son. We will continue our study of this passage by focusing on the next phrase, and from it continue to fill out our doctrine of Christ. We look first at Christ the Promised Redeemer and secondly at Christ the Perfect Redeemer. Galatians 4:4-5 not only highlights the plan of God that would unfold in the fullness of time, but also shows the purpose of God in sending his Son. Jesus came at the appointed time to redeem us from the law, sin, and death. With his life he fulfilled the law of God and then he died for those of us who never could. This is the heart of the Christmas message. This truly is good news of great joy: that God has brought us “Redemption” through his Son. We will continue our study of this passage by focusing on the next phrase, and from it continue to fill out our doctrine of Christ. We look first at Christ the Promised Redeemer and secondly at Christ the Perfect Redeemer. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/287/redemption:-galatians-4:4-5 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Incarnation: Galatians 4:4 Incarnation: Galatians 4:4 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/incarnation:-galatians-4:4 While the truths of Galatians 4:4-7 may take less than a minute to read, they offer a lifetime fruitful study. The Apostle Paul shows how the coming of Christ was neither early nor late but came to pass according to God’s eternal plan and purpose. The opening verse reveals what uniquely qualified Jesus to bring salvation to his people once and for all. Our Advent exploration of this text begins where the Apostle himself does, with “Incarnation.” While the truths of Galatians 4:4-7 may take less than a minute to read, they offer a lifetime fruitful study. The Apostle Paul shows how the coming of Christ was neither early nor late but came to pass according to God’s eternal plan and purpose. The opening verse reveals what uniquely qualified Jesus to bring salvation to his people once and for all. Our Advent exploration of this text begins where the Apostle himself does, with “Incarnation.” https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/285/incarnation:-galatians-4:4 Sun, 3 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Devoted to Generosity: Acts 2:42-47 Devoted to Generosity: Acts 2:42-47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/devoted-to-generosity:-acts-2:42-47 In our text this morning, we are not going to be examining gratitude and thanksgiving. Instead, our focus will be on the Godly fruit of gratitude and thanksgiving—our focus will be on Christian generosity—particularly as demonstrated in the early church. This morning, we will examine the idea of Christian generosity under three points: ● GENEROSITY DEFINED ● GENEROSITY DEFEATED ● GENEROSITY DEMONSTRATED And as we walk through these points this morning, I encourage you to keep this question in the front of your mind: What evidence of Christian generosity do you see in your life? In our text this morning, we are not going to be examining gratitude and thanksgiving. Instead, our focus will be on the Godly fruit of gratitude and thanksgiving—our focus will be on Christian generosity—particularly as demonstrated in the early church. This morning, we will examine the idea of Christian generosity under three points: ● GENEROSITY DEFINED ● GENEROSITY DEFEATED ● GENEROSITY DEMONSTRATED And as we walk through these points this morning, I encourage you to keep this question in the front of your mind: What evidence of Christian generosity do you see in your life? https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/284/devoted-to-generosity:-acts-2:42-47 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Devoted to Worship: Acts 2:42-47 Devoted to Worship: Acts 2:42-47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/devoted-to-worship:-acts-2:42-47 At the center of the characteristics found in Acts 2:42-47 is a church “Devoted to Worship.” The early church practiced a rhythm of worship as they grew in doctrine and devotion to Christ. They gathered to worship, to encourage, and to proclaim the mighty works of God together. As we look to their example, we find rhythms of worship from Scripture that we aspire to know and grow in as a church. First, we will highlight how the church Gathered to Worship. Second, we will detail the Acts of Worship listed in our passage. Finally, we will see the impact of their Evangelistic Worship. At the center of the characteristics found in Acts 2:42-47 is a church “Devoted to Worship.” The early church practiced a rhythm of worship as they grew in doctrine and devotion to Christ. They gathered to worship, to encourage, and to proclaim the mighty works of God together. As we look to their example, we find rhythms of worship from Scripture that we aspire to know and grow in as a church. First, we will highlight how the church Gathered to Worship. Second, we will detail the Acts of Worship listed in our passage. Finally, we will see the impact of their Evangelistic Worship. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/281/devoted-to-worship:-acts-2:42-47 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Devoted to the Fellowship: Acts 2:42-47 Devoted to the Fellowship: Acts 2:42-47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/devoted-to-the-fellowship:-acts-2:42-47 Acts 2:42-47 presents a flourishing vision for biblical community. One of the primary characteristics of New Testament Christianity is God-focused, Christ-given, Spirit-enabled fellowship with other believers. Our faith comes with a family. Today we will look at this early snapshot of the church again and learn what it looks like to be “Devoted to the Fellowship.” There are three realities to this fellowship I want us to understand: 1. Commitment of the Church, 2. The Community of the Church, and 3. Commission of Church. Acts 2:42-47 presents a flourishing vision for biblical community. One of the primary characteristics of New Testament Christianity is God-focused, Christ-given, Spirit-enabled fellowship with other believers. Our faith comes with a family. Today we will look at this early snapshot of the church again and learn what it looks like to be “Devoted to the Fellowship.” There are three realities to this fellowship I want us to understand: 1. Commitment of the Church, 2. The Community of the Church, and 3. Commission of Church. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/280/devoted-to-the-fellowship:-acts-2:42-47 Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Devoted to the Word: Acts 2:42-47 Devoted to the Word: Acts 2:42-47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/devoted-to-the-word:-acts-2:42-47 The opening eight words of Acts 2:42-47 highlight the primary characteristic of the first church in the New Testament. Every other detail about their life together followed from their devotion to the apostles’ teaching. From this starting point we will seek to understand what it means for us to be a church “Devoted to the Word.” We will show that this early church – and by extension every healthy, biblical, church must be devoted to 1. Knowing the Word of God, 2. Loving the Word of God, and 3. Living the Word of God. The opening eight words of Acts 2:42-47 highlight the primary characteristic of the first church in the New Testament. Every other detail about their life together followed from their devotion to the apostles’ teaching. From this starting point we will seek to understand what it means for us to be a church “Devoted to the Word.” We will show that this early church – and by extension every healthy, biblical, church must be devoted to 1. Knowing the Word of God, 2. Loving the Word of God, and 3. Living the Word of God. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/279/devoted-to-the-word:-acts-2:42-47 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Sign of Baptism: Acts 2:37-41 The Sign of Baptism: Acts 2:37-41 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/the-sign-of-baptism:-acts-2:37-41 In Acts 2:37–41 we find that when someone believes in Jesus Christ as their Savior, what naturally follows are repentance and baptism. The act of baptism is rich with layers of meaning and significance for the Christian life. Behind each of the aspects we care able to observe with our physical eyes are spiritual realities that have occurred in the heart. From these verses we will show that baptism is 1. A Sign of Belief, and 2. A Sign of Repentance. In Acts 2:37–41 we find that when someone believes in Jesus Christ as their Savior, what naturally follows are repentance and baptism. The act of baptism is rich with layers of meaning and significance for the Christian life. Behind each of the aspects we care able to observe with our physical eyes are spiritual realities that have occurred in the heart. From these verses we will show that baptism is 1. A Sign of Belief, and 2. A Sign of Repentance. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/278/the-sign-of-baptism:-acts-2:37-41 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Preaching the Acts of God: Acts 2:14-41 Preaching the Acts of God: Acts 2:14-41 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/preaching-the-acts-of-god:-acts-2:14-41 In Acts 2:14-41 we find the first Christian sermon recorded in the New Testament. The Apostle Peter offers an exposition that explains what Scripture says while also explaining what it means to his listeners. At the center of his message is the glorious gospel of Jesus. The sermon concludes with a clear and compelling invitation that teaches us that the good news also demands a response from every heart. We will look at the sermon under three headings: 1. An Exposition of Scripture, 2. A Proclamation of Christ, 3. An Invitation to Respond. In Acts 2:14-41 we find the first Christian sermon recorded in the New Testament. The Apostle Peter offers an exposition that explains what Scripture says while also explaining what it means to his listeners. At the center of his message is the glorious gospel of Jesus. The sermon concludes with a clear and compelling invitation that teaches us that the good news also demands a response from every heart. We will look at the sermon under three headings: 1. An Exposition of Scripture, 2. A Proclamation of Christ, 3. An Invitation to Respond. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/277/preaching-the-acts-of-god:-acts-2:14-41 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Fire From Heaven: Acts 2: 1-13 Fire From Heaven: Acts 2: 1-13 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/fire-from-heaven:-acts-2:-1-13 In Acts 2:1-13 we arrive at the promised day of Pentecost. This unrepeatable yet remarkable scene details what happened at a significant moment in redemptive history that forever changed the way God would relate to his people as he filled and empowered them to live as his witnesses in the world. Here we will highlight two activities found both in this passage and repeatedly through the book of Acts: 1. The Spirit Fills the Church and 2. The Mighty Works of God are Proclaimed. In Acts 2:1-13 we arrive at the promised day of Pentecost. This unrepeatable yet remarkable scene details what happened at a significant moment in redemptive history that forever changed the way God would relate to his people as he filled and empowered them to live as his witnesses in the world. Here we will highlight two activities found both in this passage and repeatedly through the book of Acts: 1. The Spirit Fills the Church and 2. The Mighty Works of God are Proclaimed. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/276/fire-from-heaven:-acts-2:-1-13 Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 A Liturgy of Lament: Psalm 6 A Liturgy of Lament: Psalm 6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/a-liturgy-of-lament:-psalm-6 Psalm 6 contains the typical features we find in nearly every Psalm of lament. It is a prayer in pain that leads to trust. As we walk with King David through this sorrow, we will notice how he has left us markers along the path that teach us the practice of biblical lament. Here are the four steps we can take as we learn to lament: 1. Cry Out to God in Prayer, 2. Bring Your Burdens to the Lord, 3. Ask for God’s Help, and 4. Continue to Trust. Psalm 6 contains the typical features we find in nearly every Psalm of lament. It is a prayer in pain that leads to trust. As we walk with King David through this sorrow, we will notice how he has left us markers along the path that teach us the practice of biblical lament. Here are the four steps we can take as we learn to lament: 1. Cry Out to God in Prayer, 2. Bring Your Burdens to the Lord, 3. Ask for God’s Help, and 4. Continue to Trust. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/275/a-liturgy-of-lament:-psalm-6 Sun, 1 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Again, There Were Twelve: Acts 1:12-26 Again, There Were Twelve: Acts 1:12-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/again-there-were-twelve:-acts-1:12-26 In Acts 1:12-26 we journey between the mountaintop experiences of the Ascension and Pentecost to learn valuable lessons in the valley of ordinary life. The simple practices of obedience, being with other believers, waiting on God, and prayer are hallmarks of the Christian life. While we will discover how it came to be that “Again There Were Twelve,” we will also see what we might glean spiritually and practically from these early disciples. I would like to shape our study with three hallmarks we see in these early believers as we find them: 1. United in Prayer, 2. Rooted in Scripture, 3. Guarding the Church’s Witness. In Acts 1:12-26 we journey between the mountaintop experiences of the Ascension and Pentecost to learn valuable lessons in the valley of ordinary life. The simple practices of obedience, being with other believers, waiting on God, and prayer are hallmarks of the Christian life. While we will discover how it came to be that “Again There Were Twelve,” we will also see what we might glean spiritually and practically from these early disciples. I would like to shape our study with three hallmarks we see in these early believers as we find them: 1. United in Prayer, 2. Rooted in Scripture, 3. Guarding the Church’s Witness. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/274/again-there-were-twelve:-acts-1:12-26 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Ascension of Christ: Acts 1:9-11 The Ascension of Christ: Acts 1:9-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/the-ascension-of-christ:-acts-1:9-11 The "Ascension of Christ” recorded in Acts 1:9-11 details one of the most significant events in the life of Jesus. This occasion has massive implications on the church through ages past, in our lives today, and even our future. As we study “The Ascension of Christ” we will focus on its reality, its meaning, and finally, the comforts that come with it. The "Ascension of Christ” recorded in Acts 1:9-11 details one of the most significant events in the life of Jesus. This occasion has massive implications on the church through ages past, in our lives today, and even our future. As we study “The Ascension of Christ” we will focus on its reality, its meaning, and finally, the comforts that come with it. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/273/the-ascension-of-christ:-acts-1:9-11 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Continuing Work of Christ: Acts 1:1-8 The Continuing Work of Christ: Acts 1:1-8 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/the-continuing-work-of-christ:-acts-1:1-8 The Book of Acts tells the story of “The Continuing Work of Christ.” Following Jesus’s death, resurrection, and ascension, the Father’s plan is continued through the Son as the Spirit empowers his disciples for gospel ministry. From the opening verses of the Book of Acts we are met with certain programmatic themes that are crucial to the entire book. As we set our course today, we discover three of those: 1. The Certainty of Christ’s Continuing Work, 2. The Promise of the Holy Spirit, 3. The Advancement of the Gospel. The Book of Acts tells the story of “The Continuing Work of Christ.” Following Jesus’s death, resurrection, and ascension, the Father’s plan is continued through the Son as the Spirit empowers his disciples for gospel ministry. From the opening verses of the Book of Acts we are met with certain programmatic themes that are crucial to the entire book. As we set our course today, we discover three of those: 1. The Certainty of Christ’s Continuing Work, 2. The Promise of the Holy Spirit, 3. The Advancement of the Gospel. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/272/the-continuing-work-of-christ:-acts-1:1-8 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Hearts of Compassion: Nehemiah 1:1-6 Hearts of Compassion: Nehemiah 1:1-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/hearts-of-compassion:-nehemiah-1:1-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/271/hearts-of-compassion:-nehemiah-1:1-6 Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 O God of My Salvation: Psalm 51:13-19 O God of My Salvation: Psalm 51:13-19 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/o-god-of-my-salvation:-psalm-51:13-19 In the final stretch of Psalm 51 David anticipates how he will respond to God’s mercy. The psalmist first approached the Lord in a spirit of repentance as he confessed his sin (1-5). Next, he prayed for restoration (6-9) asking to be washed and purified. This led him to pray for complete renewal from within and a clean heart (10-12). The last lyrics in verses 13-19 are written from the perspective of his response to the grace of God in his life. David endured the dark night of the soul because of his sin but awakened to new morning mercies and ready to tell of all God has done.1 We will study his response under three headings: 1. Proclamation and Praise, 2. Wonder and Worship, 3. Edification and Restoration. In the final stretch of Psalm 51 David anticipates how he will respond to God’s mercy. The psalmist first approached the Lord in a spirit of repentance as he confessed his sin (1-5). Next, he prayed for restoration (6-9) asking to be washed and purified. This led him to pray for complete renewal from within and a clean heart (10-12). The last lyrics in verses 13-19 are written from the perspective of his response to the grace of God in his life. David endured the dark night of the soul because of his sin but awakened to new morning mercies and ready to tell of all God has done.1 We will study his response under three headings: 1. Proclamation and Praise, 2. Wonder and Worship, 3. Edification and Restoration. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/270/o-god-of-my-salvation:-psalm-51:13-19 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Renew a Right Spirit Within Me: Psalm 51:10-12 Renew a Right Spirit Within Me: Psalm 51:10-12 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/renew-a-right-spirit-within-me:-psalm-51:10-12 In Psalm 51:10-12 we come to the very heart of this Psalm and hear firsthand how the cry of David’s heart was not for forgiveness alone, but for complete renewal from within. This trio of verses are a prayer of complete dependence built of six verbs – each one pleading with God to do a deep, redemptive, restorative work in David’s life. We will organize our thoughts around those verbs as we pray with the Psalmist for God to do a renewing work in us. In Psalm 51:10-12 we come to the very heart of this Psalm and hear firsthand how the cry of David’s heart was not for forgiveness alone, but for complete renewal from within. This trio of verses are a prayer of complete dependence built of six verbs – each one pleading with God to do a deep, redemptive, restorative work in David’s life. We will organize our thoughts around those verbs as we pray with the Psalmist for God to do a renewing work in us. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/269/renew-a-right-spirit-within-me:-psalm-51:10-12 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Wash Me Whiter than Snow: Psalm 51:5-9 Wash Me Whiter than Snow: Psalm 51:5-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/wash-me-whiter-than-snow:-psalm-51:5-9 As we began our exploration of Psalm 51 with genuine repentance of sin, when God’s Word exposed David’s sin – his eyes were opened. Rather than blame shifting or any excuse making, he felt conviction, he experienced deep contrition, and he confessed his sin to the Lord. David was transformed from a calloused sinner to a penitent man. In Psalm 51:6-9 the prayer of David moves from honest confession to earnest consecration. His desire is to be holy. These verses contain a serious diagnosis of sin along with a heartfelt plea for its only cure: for the Lord to cleanse entirely from sin’s stain and consequence. From the heart of this passage beats the prayer, “Wash Me White As Snow." We will focus our attention on two aspects: 1. The Sinner’s Condition (5-6), 2. The Sinner’s Petition (7-9.) As we began our exploration of Psalm 51 with genuine repentance of sin, when God’s Word exposed David’s sin – his eyes were opened. Rather than blame shifting or any excuse making, he felt conviction, he experienced deep contrition, and he confessed his sin to the Lord. David was transformed from a calloused sinner to a penitent man. In Psalm 51:6-9 the prayer of David moves from honest confession to earnest consecration. His desire is to be holy. These verses contain a serious diagnosis of sin along with a heartfelt plea for its only cure: for the Lord to cleanse entirely from sin’s stain and consequence. From the heart of this passage beats the prayer, “Wash Me White As Snow." We will focus our attention on two aspects: 1. The Sinner’s Condition (5-6), 2. The Sinner’s Petition (7-9.) https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/268/wash-me-whiter-than-snow:-psalm-51:5-9 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Have Mercy on Me, O God: Psalm 51:1-4 Have Mercy on Me, O God: Psalm 51:1-4 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/have-mercy-on-me-o-god:-psalm-51:1-4 Psalm 51 is the prayer of a soul that is aware of its depths of sin and desperate need of God’s grace. These first four verses cast every hope of forgiveness on God’s mercy in ‘repentant faith.’3 The lyrics remind us about the trappings of sin, instruct us what to do with our sin, and teach us how to restore fellowship with God. As we will hear, the theme of this song is not sin. The theme of this song is mercy. I have entitled this first sermon on Psalm 51, “Have Mercy on Me, O God.” We will divide the text into three sections: 1. The Story Behind the Song, 2. The Heart of God Toward Sinners, 3. The Heart of Genuine Repentance. Psalm 51 is the prayer of a soul that is aware of its depths of sin and desperate need of God’s grace. These first four verses cast every hope of forgiveness on God’s mercy in ‘repentant faith.’3 The lyrics remind us about the trappings of sin, instruct us what to do with our sin, and teach us how to restore fellowship with God. As we will hear, the theme of this song is not sin. The theme of this song is mercy. I have entitled this first sermon on Psalm 51, “Have Mercy on Me, O God.” We will divide the text into three sections: 1. The Story Behind the Song, 2. The Heart of God Toward Sinners, 3. The Heart of Genuine Repentance. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/267/have-mercy-on-me-o-god:-psalm-51:1-4 Sun, 6 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400 True Worship: Psalm 50 True Worship: Psalm 50 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/true-worship:-psalm-50 In our reading of Psalm 50, we will see God shine forth and make a declaration to His people about the nature of their worship towards Him. We will also see a warning to those who do not call upon the name of the Lord. Today’s sermon is titled “TRUE WORSHIP”. In our reading of Psalm 50, we will see God shine forth and make a declaration to His people about the nature of their worship towards Him. We will also see a warning to those who do not call upon the name of the Lord. Today’s sermon is titled “TRUE WORSHIP”. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/266/true-worship:-psalm-50 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0400 My Worth is Not in What I Own My Worth is Not in What I Own https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/my-worth-is-not-in-what-i-own I’ll be in after that Our passage today is like a commentary on “The Parable of the Rich Fool.” 2 We find in Psalm 49 a song filled with wisdom, teaching us where to and where not to find our worth. By contrasting two ways to live and die, we learn the futility of trusting in wealth and the blessedness of trusting in in Christ. I pray each of us would hear through the lyrics of this song that our true worth is not in what we own or anything we’ve done; our true worth is found in Christ. We will divide the chapter into three sections: 1. A Call to All, 2. The Great Divide of Death, and 3. A Call To Us to Trust in the Lord. Psalm 49 is like a commentary on “The Parable of the Rich Fool.” We find in it a song filled with wisdom, teaching us where and where not to find our worth. By contrasting two ways to live and die, we learn the futility of trusting in wealth and the blessedness of trusting in Christ. Through the lyrics of this song, we are reminded that our true worth is not in what we own or anything we’ve done; our true worth is found in Christ. We will divide the passage into three sections: A Call to All (1-6), The Great Divide of Death (7-15), and An Exhortation For Us to Trust in the Lord (16-20). I’ll be in after that Our passage today is like a commentary on “The Parable of the Rich Fool.” 2 We find in Psalm 49 a song filled with wisdom, teaching us where to and where not to find our worth. By contrasting two ways to live and die, we learn the futility of trusting in wealth and the blessedness of trusting in in Christ. I pray each of us would hear through the lyrics of this song that our true worth is not in what we own or anything we’ve done; our true worth is found in Christ. We will divide the chapter into three sections: 1. A Call to All, 2. The Great Divide of Death, and 3. A Call To Us to Trust in the Lord. Psalm 49 is like a commentary on “The Parable of the Rich Fool.” We find in it a song filled with wisdom, teaching us where and where not to find our worth. By contrasting two ways to live and die, we learn the futility of trusting in wealth and the blessedness of trusting in Christ. Through the lyrics of this song, we are reminded that our true worth is not in what we own or anything we’ve done; our true worth is found in Christ. We will divide the passage into three sections: A Call to All (1-6), The Great Divide of Death (7-15), and An Exhortation For Us to Trust in the Lord (16-20). https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/265/my-worth-is-not-in-what-i-own Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The City of Our God: Psalm 48 The City of Our God: Psalm 48 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/the-city-of-our-god:-psalm-48 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/262/the-city-of-our-god:-psalm-48 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Sing to the King: Psalm 47 Sing to the King: Psalm 47 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/sing-to-the-king:-psalm-47 Psalm 47 is a call to worship the Lord for his perfect rule and reign as King of the Nations. This song is an evangelistic invitation that welcomes the peoples of the world to join the people of God in bringing praise. These lyrics also point forward to the work of Christ the King who condescended to save us through his work of redemption, then ascended to the highest throne to reign forever. The chorus of this song is a command to “Sing to the King.” Psalm 47 is a call to worship the Lord for his perfect rule and reign as King of the Nations. This song is an evangelistic invitation that welcomes the peoples of the world to join the people of God in bringing praise. These lyrics also point forward to the work of Christ the King who condescended to save us through his work of redemption, then ascended to the highest throne to reign forever. The chorus of this song is a command to “Sing to the King.” https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/261/sing-to-the-king:-psalm-47 Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0400 God is Our Refuge: Psalm 46 God is Our Refuge: Psalm 46 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/god-is-our-refuge:-psalm-46 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/260/god-is-our-refuge:-psalm-46 Sun, 2 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Royal Wedding Song: Psalm 45 The Royal Wedding Song: Psalm 45 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/the-royal-wedding-song:-psalm-45 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/259/the-royal-wedding-song:-psalm-45 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0400 God's Sovereignty in Suffering: Psalm 44 God's Sovereignty in Suffering: Psalm 44 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/gods-sovereignty-in-suffering:-psalm-44 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/258/gods-sovereignty-in-suffering:-psalm-44 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Singing in the Storm: Psalm 42 & 43 Singing in the Storm: Psalm 42 & 43 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/singing-in-the-storm:-psalm-42-43 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/257/singing-in-the-storm:-psalm-42-43 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel of Exodus: Exodus 34-40 The Gospel of Exodus: Exodus 34-40 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/the-gospel-of-exodus:-exodus-34-40 In the final scenes of Exodus we find a spectacular crescendo where God’s name is proclaimed, his covenant renewed, and his glory seen like never before. Here we see a glimpse into the heart of God as to why he saved his people in the first place – so they might know him for who he is, enjoy the promises he had made, and live in response to his glorious presence. In this capstone sermon, we will rehearse three truths about the Lord seen throughout our study that I pray we never forget: that Yahweh is 1. The God who Redeems, The God of Covenant, 3. The God of Glory. In the final scenes of Exodus we find a spectacular crescendo where God’s name is proclaimed, his covenant renewed, and his glory seen like never before. Here we see a glimpse into the heart of God as to why he saved his people in the first place – so they might know him for who he is, enjoy the promises he had made, and live in response to his glorious presence. In this capstone sermon, we will rehearse three truths about the Lord seen throughout our study that I pray we never forget: that Yahweh is 1. The God who Redeems, The God of Covenant, 3. The God of Glory. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/256/the-gospel-of-exodus:-exodus-34-40 Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Glory of Knowing God : Exodus 33:7-23 The Glory of Knowing God : Exodus 33:7-23 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/the-glory-of-knowing-god-:-exodus-33:7-23 Exodus 33 details a spectacular conversation between Moses and the Lord. This section of Scripture hemmed in between the golden calf incident (Exodus 32) and the covenant graciously being renewed (Exodus 34) shines with the brightness of Moses’ intimate relationship with the Living God. Through the conversation, we also see yet another glimpse into God’s heart for relationship with his people. Springing from this passage that highlights The Glory of Knowing God are two prayers that are also meant for us to pray: 1 Show Us Your Ways (7-17), 2. Show Us Your Glory (18-23). Exodus 33 details a spectacular conversation between Moses and the Lord. This section of Scripture hemmed in between the golden calf incident (Exodus 32) and the covenant graciously being renewed (Exodus 34) shines with the brightness of Moses’ intimate relationship with the Living God. Through the conversation, we also see yet another glimpse into God’s heart for relationship with his people. Springing from this passage that highlights The Glory of Knowing God are two prayers that are also meant for us to pray: 1 Show Us Your Ways (7-17), 2. Show Us Your Glory (18-23). https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-28/255/the-glory-of-knowing-god-:-exodus-33:7-23 Sun, 28 May 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Golden Calf: Exodus 32:1-33:6 The Golden Calf: Exodus 32:1-33:6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/the-golden-calf:-exodus-32:1-33:6 The story of The Golden Calf recorded in Exodus 32 is one of the darkest corners of the Bible. It is here that Israel breaks the newly sealed covenant they have made to be God’s people. Before the ink has time to dry, they deny God, forge an idol, and hold a worship service in its honor. Yet, the Lord who is gracious and compassionate, whose love will not let them go, shows them great mercy. We will look at our text under three headings: 1. The Fall of Israel, 2. The Act of Repentance, and 3. The Need for Atonement. The story of The Golden Calf recorded in Exodus 32 is one of the darkest corners of the Bible. It is here that Israel breaks the newly sealed covenant they have made to be God’s people. Before the ink has time to dry, they deny God, forge an idol, and hold a worship service in its honor. Yet, the Lord who is gracious and compassionate, whose love will not let them go, shows them great mercy. We will look at our text under three headings: 1. The Fall of Israel, 2. The Act of Repentance, and 3. The Need for Atonement. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/254/the-golden-calf:-exodus-32:1-33:6 Sun, 21 May 2023 11:30:00 -0400 A Reminder to Rest: Exodus 31:12-17 A Reminder to Rest: Exodus 31:12-17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/a-reminder-to-rest:-exodus-31:12-17 In Exodus 31:12-17 we find “A Reminder to Rest.” While the first part of this chapter included the supernatural way the Spirit filled people to work, the second half contains a command to rest. The lesson for both Israel of old and for us today is that the work God gives is ultimately not dependent on the workers, but on the one who ordained the work. There are three aspects of the Sabbath command I would like to draw to your attention from our passage: 1. A Sign to be Kept, 2. A Day of Holy Rest, and 3. A Tradition to be Passed Down. In Exodus 31:12-17 we find “A Reminder to Rest.” While the first part of this chapter included the supernatural way the Spirit filled people to work, the second half contains a command to rest. The lesson for both Israel of old and for us today is that the work God gives is ultimately not dependent on the workers, but on the one who ordained the work. There are three aspects of the Sabbath command I would like to draw to your attention from our passage: 1. A Sign to be Kept, 2. A Day of Holy Rest, and 3. A Tradition to be Passed Down. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-14/253/a-reminder-to-rest:-exodus-31:12-17 Sun, 14 May 2023 11:30:00 -0400 A Call to Ministry: Exodus 31:1-11 A Call to Ministry: Exodus 31:1-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/a-call-to-ministry:-exodus-31:1-11 In Exodus 31 we have a window into how God chose to work through his people to build the Tabernacle. He called and equipped them to fulfill unique roles in the task of building the place where God would dwell among them. What we learn from these craftsmen is that the Spirit of God enables us to serve God’s people for God’s glory and to see the kingdom advance!1 In this passage we find “A Call To Ministry” given long ago that I believe also calls out to our church today. There are important characteristics that we will see if this call to ministry: 1. A God-Given Ministry, 2. A Church-Building Ministry, 3. A God-Glorifying Ministry. In Exodus 31 we have a window into how God chose to work through his people to build the Tabernacle. He called and equipped them to fulfill unique roles in the task of building the place where God would dwell among them. What we learn from these craftsmen is that the Spirit of God enables us to serve God’s people for God’s glory and to see the kingdom advance!1 In this passage we find “A Call To Ministry” given long ago that I believe also calls out to our church today. There are important characteristics that we will see if this call to ministry: 1. A God-Given Ministry, 2. A Church-Building Ministry, 3. A God-Glorifying Ministry. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/252/a-call-to-ministry:-exodus-31:1-11 Sun, 7 May 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Heart of the Priest: Exodus 28-29 The Heart of the Priest: Exodus 28-29 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/the-heart-of-the-priest:-exodus-28-29 The instructions contained in Exodus 28-29 detail a majestic ordination ceremony for the priests who would minister to the Lord in the Tabernacle and describe their wardrobe. We will see the theological significance of why so much attention is given to these priests of old and how they ultimately foreshadow the final Priest to come. We will outline our sermon under three main headings: 1. The Role of the Priests, 2. The Garments of the Priest, 3. The Ordination of the Priests. Along the way, I want us to see and feel “The Heart of the Priest” that beat for his God and his people. The instructions contained in Exodus 28-29 detail a majestic ordination ceremony for the priests who would minister to the Lord in the Tabernacle and describe their wardrobe. We will see the theological significance of why so much attention is given to these priests of old and how they ultimately foreshadow the final Priest to come. We will outline our sermon under three main headings: 1. The Role of the Priests, 2. The Garments of the Priest, 3. The Ordination of the Priests. Along the way, I want us to see and feel “The Heart of the Priest” that beat for his God and his people. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/251/the-heart-of-the-priest:-exodus-28-29 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Water and The Blood: Exodus 27 & 30 The Water and The Blood: Exodus 27 & 30 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/the-water-and-the-blood:-exodus-27-30 As we put together the pieces of Exodus 27 and 30, the whole picture of the Tabernacle comes into view. We also finally see the border of the courtyard that contained the entire Tabernacle area. In this court sat an altar for daily sacrifice and a water basin for cleansing before entering God’s presence. These elements, “The Water and the Blood” hold theological realities for Israel as God sought not only to dwell among his people – but also to meet with them by his grace. We will look at our passage under two headings: 1. The Altar and the Basin, 2. The Cross and The Cleansing. Since we are covering a bit of ground today, we won’t read each section. As we put together the pieces of Exodus 27 and 30, the whole picture of the Tabernacle comes into view. We also finally see the border of the courtyard that contained the entire Tabernacle area. In this court sat an altar for daily sacrifice and a water basin for cleansing before entering God’s presence. These elements, “The Water and the Blood” hold theological realities for Israel as God sought not only to dwell among his people – but also to meet with them by his grace. We will look at our passage under two headings: 1. The Altar and the Basin, 2. The Cross and The Cleansing. Since we are covering a bit of ground today, we won’t read each section. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/250/the-water-and-the-blood:-exodus-27-30 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Gift of Saving Faith: Ephesians 2:8-9 The Gift of Saving Faith: Ephesians 2:8-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/the-gift-of-saving-faith:-ephesians-2:8-9 Ephesians 2:8-9 is one of the landmark passages of Scripture. Here we find the message of the gospel in a short-hand expression, proclaiming that salvation is not something that can be earned through any work, but is solely a gift from God. Here we see that: 1. Salvation is By Grace Alone, 2. Salvation is Through Faith Alone. Ephesians 2:8-9 is one of the landmark passages of Scripture. Here we find the message of the gospel in a short-hand expression, proclaiming that salvation is not something that can be earned through any work, but is solely a gift from God. Here we see that: 1. Salvation is By Grace Alone, 2. Salvation is Through Faith Alone. https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/249/the-gift-of-saving-faith:-ephesians-2:8-9 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 I Know That My Redeemer Lives: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 I Know That My Redeemer Lives: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/i-know-that-my-redeemer-lives:-1-corinthians-15:3-8 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/248/i-know-that-my-redeemer-lives:-1-corinthians-15:3-8 Sun, 9 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Tabernacle: Exodus 26:1-37 Tabernacle: Exodus 26:1-37 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/tabernacle-exodus-261-37 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/247/tabernacle-exodus-261-37 Sun, 2 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Light and Life: Exodus 25:31-40 Light and Life: Exodus 25:31-40 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/light-and-life-exodus-2531-40 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/246/light-and-life-exodus-2531-40 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Taste and See: Exodus 25:23-30 Taste and See: Exodus 25:23-30 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/taste-and-see-exodus-2523-30 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/245/taste-and-see-exodus-2523-30 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Ark of the Covenant: Exodus 25:10-22 The Ark of the Covenant: Exodus 25:10-22 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/the-ark-of-the-covenant-exodus-2510-22 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/244/the-ark-of-the-covenant-exodus-2510-22 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Him We Proclaim: Colossians 1:28 Him We Proclaim: Colossians 1:28 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/him-we-proclaim-colossians-128 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/243/him-we-proclaim-colossians-128 Sun, 5 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Sanctuary for God and Man: Exodus 25:1-9 A Sanctuary for God and Man: Exodus 25:1-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/a-sanctuary-for-god-and-man-exodus-251-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/242/a-sanctuary-for-god-and-man-exodus-251-9 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Word and the Glory of God: Exodus 24:12-18 The Word and the Glory of God: Exodus 24:12-18 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/the-word-and-the-glory-of-god-exodus-2412-18 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/241/the-word-and-the-glory-of-god-exodus-2412-18 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0500 He Who Has Ears Let Him Hear: Matthew 13 He Who Has Ears Let Him Hear: Matthew 13 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/he-who-has-ears-let-him-hear-matthew-13 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/240/he-who-has-ears-let-him-hear-matthew-13 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Liturgy of Sinai: Exodus 24:1-11 The Liturgy of Sinai: Exodus 24:1-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/the-liturgy-of-sinai-exodus-241-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/239/the-liturgy-of-sinai-exodus-241-11 Sun, 5 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Gift of Guiding Presence: Exodus 23:20-33 The Gift of Guiding Presence: Exodus 23:20-33 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/the-gift-of-guiding-presence-exodus-2320-33 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/238/the-gift-of-guiding-presence-exodus-2320-33 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Book of the Covenant: Exodus 21-23 The Book of the Covenant: Exodus 21-23 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/the-book-of-the-covenant-exodus-21-23 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-22/237/the-book-of-the-covenant-exodus-21-23 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 An Altar of Worship: Exodus 20:22-26 An Altar of Worship: Exodus 20:22-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/an-altar-of-worship-exodus-2022-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/236/an-altar-of-worship-exodus-2022-26 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Revelation and Response: Exodus 20:18-21 Revelation and Response: Exodus 20:18-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/revelation-and-response-exodus-2018-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/235/revelation-and-response-exodus-2018-21 Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Navigating What's Next Navigating What's Next https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/navigating-whats-next https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/234/navigating-whats-next Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 On Advents On Advents https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/on-advents https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/233/on-advents Sun, 18 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Image of the Invisible God: Colossians 1:15-20 Image of the Invisible God: Colossians 1:15-20 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/image-of-the-invisible-god-colossians-115-20 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/232/image-of-the-invisible-god-colossians-115-20 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 An Advent Psalm of Waiting on the Lord: Psalm 130 An Advent Psalm of Waiting on the Lord: Psalm 130 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/an-advent-psalm-of-waiting-on-the-lord-psalm-130 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/231/an-advent-psalm-of-waiting-on-the-lord-psalm-130 Sun, 4 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: Philippians 2:6-11 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: Philippians 2:6-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/o-come-o-come-emmanuel-philippians-26-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/230/o-come-o-come-emmanuel-philippians-26-11 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Rare Jewel: Exodus 20:17 The Rare Jewel: Exodus 20:17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/the-rare-jewel-exodus-2017 This sermon is the final sermon of our series on "The Ten Commandments". This sermon is the final sermon of our series on "The Ten Commandments". https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/229/the-rare-jewel-exodus-2017 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Every Word Matters: Exodus 20:16 Every Word Matters: Exodus 20:16 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/every-word-matters-exodus-2016 From our series on the 10 Commandments From our series on the 10 Commandments https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/228/every-word-matters-exodus-2016 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 You Shall Not Steal: Exodus 20:15 You Shall Not Steal: Exodus 20:15 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/you-shall-not-steal-exodus-2015 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/227/you-shall-not-steal-exodus-2015 Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Forsaking All Others: Exodus 20:14 Forsaking All Others: Exodus 20:14 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/forsaking-all-others-exodus-2014 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/226/forsaking-all-others-exodus-2014 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me: Galatians 2:20 Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me: Galatians 2:20 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/yet-not-i-but-through-christ-in-me-galatians-220 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/225/yet-not-i-but-through-christ-in-me-galatians-220 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Honor of Life and Death: Exodus 20:13 The Honor of Life and Death: Exodus 20:13 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/the-honor-of-life-and-death-exodus-2013 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/224/the-honor-of-life-and-death-exodus-2013 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Honor and the Promise: Exodus 20:12 The Honor and the Promise: Exodus 20:12 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/the-honor-and-the-promise-exodus-2012 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/223/the-honor-and-the-promise-exodus-2012 Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Rest of Worship: Exodus 20:8-11 The Rest of Worship: Exodus 20:8-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/the-rest-of-worship-exodus-208-11 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/222/the-rest-of-worship-exodus-208-11 Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Hallowed Be the Name: Exodus 20:7 Hallowed Be the Name: Exodus 20:7 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/hallowed-be-the-name-exodus-207 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/221/hallowed-be-the-name-exodus-207 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Worship by the Book: Exodus 20:4-6 Worship by the Book: Exodus 20:4-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/worship-by-the-book-exodus-204-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/219/worship-by-the-book-exodus-204-6 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The First and Greatest Commandment: Exodus 20:1-3 The First and Greatest Commandment: Exodus 20:1-3 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/the-first-and-greatest-commandment-exodus-201-3 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/218/the-first-and-greatest-commandment-exodus-201-3 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Generational Discipleship: Deut. 6:4-9 Generational Discipleship: Deut. 6:4-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/generational-discipleship-deut-64-9 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/217/generational-discipleship-deut-64-9 Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Last Amen of the First Book's End: Psalm 41 The Last Amen of the First Book's End: Psalm 41 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/the-last-amen-of-the-first-books-end-psalm-41 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-28/216/the-last-amen-of-the-first-books-end-psalm-41 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Great David's Greater Son: Psalm 40 Great David's Greater Son: Psalm 40 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/great-davids-greater-son-psalm-40 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/215/great-davids-greater-son-psalm-40 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Great Salvation of the King: Psalm 40:1-3 The Great Salvation of the King: Psalm 40:1-3 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/the-great-salvation-of-the-king-psalm-401-3 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/214/the-great-salvation-of-the-king-psalm-401-3 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Meditations of a Soul in Suffering: Psalm 39 Meditations of a Soul in Suffering: Psalm 39 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/meditations-of-a-soul-in-suffering-psalm-39 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/213/meditations-of-a-soul-in-suffering-psalm-39 Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Anatomy of Confession: Psalm 38 The Anatomy of Confession: Psalm 38 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/the-anatomy-of-confession-psalm-38 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/212/the-anatomy-of-confession-psalm-38 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Act of Faith: Luke 17:1-19 The Act of Faith: Luke 17:1-19 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/the-act-of-faith-luke-171-19 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/211/the-act-of-faith-luke-171-19 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Delight in the Lord: Psalm 37 Delight in the Lord: Psalm 37 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/delight-in-the-lord-psalm-37 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/210/delight-in-the-lord-psalm-37 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Lovingkindness: Psalm 36 Lovingkindness: Psalm 36 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/lovingkindness-psalm-36 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/209/lovingkindness-psalm-36 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 When the World Hates You: Psalm 35 When the World Hates You: Psalm 35 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/when-the-world-hates-you-psalm-35 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/208/when-the-world-hates-you-psalm-35 Sun, 3 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Calling from the Cave: Psalm 34 Calling from the Cave: Psalm 34 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/calling-from-the-cave-psalm-34 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/207/calling-from-the-cave-psalm-34 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Come Trust and Delight in the Lord: Psalm 33 Come Trust and Delight in the Lord: Psalm 33 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/come-trust-and-delight-in-the-lord-psalm-33 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/206/come-trust-and-delight-in-the-lord-psalm-33 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Fully Forgiven: Psalm 32 Fully Forgiven: Psalm 32 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/fully-forgiven-psalm-32 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/205/fully-forgiven-psalm-32 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 My Times Are in Your Hand: Psalm 31 My Times Are in Your Hand: Psalm 31 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/my-times-are-in-your-hand-psalm-31 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/204/my-times-are-in-your-hand-psalm-31 Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Together for the Mission: Colossians 4:2-6 Together for the Mission: Colossians 4:2-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/together-for-the-mission-colossians-42-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/203/together-for-the-mission-colossians-42-6 Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Together as a Community: Colossians 3:1-17 Together as a Community: Colossians 3:1-17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/together-as-a-community-colossians-31-17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/202/together-as-a-community-colossians-31-17 Sun, 22 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Together for the Gospel, Colossians 1:3-8 Together for the Gospel, Colossians 1:3-8 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/together-for-the-gospel-colossians-13-8 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/201/together-for-the-gospel-colossians-13-8 Sun, 15 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Song of Hannah, 1 Samuel 2:1-10 The Song of Hannah, 1 Samuel 2:1-10 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/the-song-of-hannah-1-samuel-21-10 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/200/the-song-of-hannah-1-samuel-21-10 Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Raised to Walk in Newness of Life, Romans 6:3-4 Raised to Walk in Newness of Life, Romans 6:3-4 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/raised-to-walk-in-newness-of-life-romans-63-4 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/199/raised-to-walk-in-newness-of-life-romans-63-4 Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Remember and Proclaim, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Remember and Proclaim, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/remember-and-proclaim-1-corinthians-1123-26 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/198/remember-and-proclaim-1-corinthians-1123-26 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Christ the Lord is Risen Today! Luke 24:1-12 Christ the Lord is Risen Today! Luke 24:1-12 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/christ-the-lord-is-risen-today-luke-241-12 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/197/christ-the-lord-is-risen-today-luke-241-12 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Man on the Middle Cross, Luke 23:32-43 The Man on the Middle Cross, Luke 23:32-43 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/the-man-on-the-middle-cross-luke-2332-43 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/196/the-man-on-the-middle-cross-luke-2332-43 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Ten Words, Exodus 20:1-17 The Ten Words, Exodus 20:1-17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/the-ten-words-exodus-201-17 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/195/the-ten-words-exodus-201-17 Sun, 3 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Mountain of God, Exodus 19:7-25 The Mountain of God, Exodus 19:7-25 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/the-mountain-of-god-exodus-197-25 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/194/the-mountain-of-god-exodus-197-25 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Heart of Exodus, Exodus 19:1-6 The Heart of Exodus, Exodus 19:1-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/the-heart-of-exodus-exodus-191-6 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/193/the-heart-of-exodus-exodus-191-6 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Lord's Wisdom for His People The Lord's Wisdom for His People https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/the-lords-wisdom-for-his-people https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/192/the-lords-wisdom-for-his-people Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Lord is My Banner, Exodus 17:8-16 The Lord is My Banner, Exodus 17:8-16 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/the-lord-is-my-banner-exodus-178-16 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/191/the-lord-is-my-banner-exodus-178-16 Sun, 6 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 And the Rock was Christ, Exodus 17:1-7 And the Rock was Christ, Exodus 17:1-7 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/and-the-rock-was-christ-exodus-171-7 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/190/and-the-rock-was-christ-exodus-171-7 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Market Day of the Soul, Exodus 16:22-36 The Market Day of the Soul, Exodus 16:22-36 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/the-market-day-of-the-soul-exodus-1622-36 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/189/the-market-day-of-the-soul-exodus-1622-36 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Bread of Life, Exodus 16:1-21 The Bread of Life, Exodus 16:1-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/the-bread-of-life-exodus-161-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/188/the-bread-of-life-exodus-161-21 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Find the Bitter Sweet, Exodus 15:22-27 Find the Bitter Sweet, Exodus 15:22-27 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/find-the-bitter-sweet-exodus-1522-27 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/187/find-the-bitter-sweet-exodus-1522-27 Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Song of Moses, Exodus 15:1-21 The Song of Moses, Exodus 15:1-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/the-song-of-moses-exodus-151-21 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-30/186/the-song-of-moses-exodus-151-21 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Red Sea Road, Exodus 14:15-31 Red Sea Road, Exodus 14:15-31 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/red-sea-road-exodus-1415-31 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-23/185/red-sea-road-exodus-1415-31 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Lord Will Fight For Us, Exodus 14:1-14 The Lord Will Fight For Us, Exodus 14:1-14 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/the-lord-will-fight-for-us-exodus-141-14 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/184/the-lord-will-fight-for-us-exodus-141-14 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Our God Will Go Before Us, Exodus 13:17-22 Our God Will Go Before Us, Exodus 13:17-22 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/our-god-will-go-before-us-exodus-1317-22 https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-09/183/our-god-will-go-before-us-exodus-1317-22 Sun, 9 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 New Year, New You? New Year, New You? https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/new-year-new-you https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2022-01-02/182/new-year-new-you Sun, 2 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Going with God Going with God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/going-with-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-26/181/going-with-god Sun, 26 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Advent Of Hope The Advent Of Hope https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-19/the-advent-of-hope https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-19/180/the-advent-of-hope Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Advent of Love The Advent of Love https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-12/the-advent-of-love https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-12/179/the-advent-of-love Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Advent of Peace The Advent of Peace https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/the-advent-of-peace https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/178/the-advent-of-peace Sun, 5 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Advent of Joy The Advent of Joy https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/the-advent-of-joy https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/177/the-advent-of-joy Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 A Thanksgiving Meal A Thanksgiving Meal https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/a-thanksgiving-meal https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/176/a-thanksgiving-meal Sun, 21 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel of the Spotless Lamb The Gospel of the Spotless Lamb https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/the-gospel-of-the-spotless-lamb https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/175/the-gospel-of-the-spotless-lamb Sun, 14 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Signs and Wonders of God The Signs and Wonders of God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/the-signs-and-wonders-of-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/174/the-signs-and-wonders-of-god Sun, 7 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Above All Earthly Powers Above All Earthly Powers https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/above-all-earthly-powers https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/173/above-all-earthly-powers Sun, 31 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Remember the Promises of God Remember the Promises of God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/remember-the-promises-of-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/172/remember-the-promises-of-god Sun, 24 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Bricks without Straw Bricks without Straw https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/bricks-without-straw https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/171/bricks-without-straw Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Good Fruit of the Gospel The Good Fruit of the Gospel https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/the-good-fruit-of-the-gospel https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/170/the-good-fruit-of-the-gospel Sun, 10 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Exodus in Reverse Exodus in Reverse https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-03/exodus-in-reverse https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-10-03/169/exodus-in-reverse Sun, 3 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Wonders and Wandering Wonders and Wandering https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-26/wonders-and-wandering https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-26/168/wonders-and-wandering Sun, 26 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Great I Am The Great I Am https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-19/the-great-i-am https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-19/167/the-great-i-am Sun, 19 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Presence of a Holy God The Presence of a Holy God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-12/the-presence-of-a-holy-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-12/166/the-presence-of-a-holy-god Sun, 12 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Knowing God The Knowing God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-05/the-knowing-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-09-05/165/the-knowing-god Sun, 5 Sep 2021 11:30:00 -0400 A Deliverer is Born A Deliverer is Born https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-29/a-deliverer-is-born https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-29/164/a-deliverer-is-born Sun, 29 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 A Burden Too Heavy to Bear A Burden Too Heavy to Bear https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-22/a-burden-too-heavy-to-bear https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-22/163/a-burden-too-heavy-to-bear Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Genesis of Exodus The Genesis of Exodus https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-15/the-genesis-of-exodus https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-15/162/the-genesis-of-exodus Sun, 15 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Sing Like Never Before Sing Like Never Before https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/sing-like-never-before https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/160/sing-like-never-before Sun, 8 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Glory from Beginning to End Glory from Beginning to End https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-01/glory-from-beginning-to-end https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-08-01/159/glory-from-beginning-to-end Sun, 1 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Mercy of God The Mercy of God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-25/the-mercy-of-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-25/158/the-mercy-of-god Sun, 25 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Our Light and Our Salvation Our Light and Our Salvation https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-18/our-light-and-our-salvation https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-18/157/our-light-and-our-salvation Sun, 18 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Walking in Integrity Walking in Integrity https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-11/walking-in-integrity https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-11/156/walking-in-integrity Sun, 11 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Worship and Trust in Times of Trouble Worship and Trust in Times of Trouble https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-04/worship-and-trust-in-times-of-trouble https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-07-04/155/worship-and-trust-in-times-of-trouble Sun, 4 Jul 2021 11:30:00 -0400 A Tale of Two Mountains A Tale of Two Mountains https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-27/a-tale-of-two-mountains https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-27/154/a-tale-of-two-mountains Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Goodness and Mercy Goodness and Mercy https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-20/goodness-and-mercy https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-20/153/goodness-and-mercy Sun, 20 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0400 You Are With Me You Are With Me https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-13/you-are-with-me https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-13/152/you-are-with-me Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0400 I Shall Not Want I Shall Not Want https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-06/i-shall-not-want https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-06-06/151/i-shall-not-want Sun, 6 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Lord is My Shepherd The Lord is My Shepherd https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-30/the-lord-is-my-shepherd https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-30/150/the-lord-is-my-shepherd Sun, 30 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Christ is With Us Christ is With Us https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-23/christ-is-with-us https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-23/149/christ-is-with-us Sun, 23 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 For the Joy of Gospel Advancement For the Joy of Gospel Advancement https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/for-the-joy-of-gospel-advancement https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/148/for-the-joy-of-gospel-advancement Sun, 16 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 For the Church For the Church https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/for-the-church https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/147/for-the-church Sun, 9 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 For the Gospel For the Gospel https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/for-the-gospel https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/146/for-the-gospel Sun, 2 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 For the Mission For the Mission https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-25/for-the-mission https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-25/145/for-the-mission Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 For the Glory of God For the Glory of God https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-18/for-the-glory-of-god https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-18/144/for-the-glory-of-god Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The King's Great Commission The King's Great Commission https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-11/the-kings-great-commission https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-11/143/the-kings-great-commission Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Rejoice! The King is Risen Rejoice! The King is Risen https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/rejoice-the-king-is-risen https://www.thetrails.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/142/rejoice-the-king-is-risen Sun, 4 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400