Genesis 38
GenesisIn this sermon on Genesis 38, the preacher addresses one of the most corrupt narratives in Scripture, exposing the depths of human depravity and the hypocrisy of hiding our sins. Yet through the dark providences of Judah's failures and Tamar's desperation, God sovereignly preserved His covenant line through Perez. Ultimately, this passage highlights how God uses broken individuals and tragic circumstances to display the magnitude of His redeeming grace in Jesus Christ.
John Lee · September 6, 2026
1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
This sermon, 'The Excellent Life,' based on 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, calls Christians to actively pursue spiritual growth by excelling in love. It highlights two key areas: consistently loving fellow believers within the church and demonstrating love to outsiders through responsible, diligent, and quiet living. By being faithful in everyday duties and hard work, Christians offer a compelling testimony to the world, ultimately reflecting God's transformative love and contributing to both the church and society.
Micah Anglo · June 14, 2026 · 45 min
2025 LA Preachers' ConferenceThis panel discussion explores the pervasive struggle of pride among pastors and spiritual leaders, emphasizing its elusive nature. Panelists Thomas, Nam, and Robert Scott share practical strategies for cultivating humility, including regular confession to family and accountability partners, radical vulnerability, and strategically declining opportunities that might fuel self-exaltation. They stress the importance of fostering a culture of honest feedback and deep friendships within church leadership to safeguard against pride and promote genuine spiritual growth.
John Lee, Thomas Terry, Bobby Scott, and Nam Park · October 14, 2025 · 23 min
2025 LA Preachers' ConferenceThis sermon challenges preachers to critically examine their motivations and methods, contrasting reliance on human eloquence, wisdom, strength, or persuasive ability with radical dependence on the Holy Spirit and the power of God. Drawing primarily from 1 Corinthians 2, the speaker urges ministers to proclaim Christ crucified, trusting God alone to transform hearts, ensure genuine spiritual growth, and receive all the glory. It encourages humility, courage in fear, and deep personal knowledge of Christ as foundational to effective, Spirit-empowered preaching.
Bobby Scott · October 14, 2025 · 51 min
1 Timothy 1:18-20
1 TimothyThis sermon, based on 1 Timothy 1:18-20, urges believers to "fight the good fight" by actively remembering God's truth, living with both faith and a good conscience, and practicing church discipline. The speaker emphasizes that while culture changes, God's truth is unchanging, and Christians must proactively combat spiritual drift by recalling their divine calling and biblical instruction. He highlights the necessity of confronting unrepentant sin within the church, illustrating through the examples of Hymenaeus and Alexander, to preserve the integrity of the gospel and protect the community from spiritual shipwreck.
John Lee · January 26, 2025 · 44 min
Jamie Dunlop addresses how local churches can cultivate genuine unity amidst deep cultural, political, and personal differences by centering entirely on Christ alone. Drawing from several passages in Romans, he illustrates how loving those who are hard to love displays the supernatural power of the gospel and brings greater glory to God than uniformity ever could.
Jamie Dunlop · September 26, 2024 · 1h 10m
2024 LA Ministers' ConferenceAt the 2024 LA Ministers' Conference, Mark Dever discusses the value of looking to Puritan sermon models to find faithfulness and clarity in preaching. He examines how Puritans structured their introductions, sermons, and applications to keep the Bible central, and participates in a panel discussion about the practical struggles and joys of weekly sermon preparation.
Mark Dever · January 1, 2024 · 1h 16m
Mark 3:20-35
Preaching from Mark 3:20-35, the speaker explores how Jesus faced intense opposition from both religious scholars and His own family. The sermon explains the logical flaws in the scribes' demonic accusations and defines blasphemy against the Holy Spirit as the persistent denial of Christ's work. Ultimately, believers are called to stand firm through opposition, finding their true identity in a supportive, covenantal local church family where 'water is thicker than blood.'
John Lee · October 22, 2023 · 37 min
