LCM Sermons

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Triangular Fortitude calls us to become a people who do more than simply cross into God’s promises; we are invited to keep going by building memorial stones that anchor us in what God has done, what He is doing, and what He will do. As we remember our Jordan moments, allow God to reshape us at Gilgal, and write His Word into our lives like Ebal, we grow into a community marked by courage, obedience, and public testimony. These stones remind us that we were saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved, and they strengthen us to live boldly so others can see the light of God in us as we continue forward with unwavering fortitude.

We are reminded that Shittim happens, that all of us, like Israel, have known the sting of compromise, but the sermon calls us to rise from the place where we fell, follow God’s presence into the unknown, and consecrate ourselves with expectation rather than shame. We hear that grace is not merely forgiving us but training us, purifying us, and making us eager for good works, so that our identity is not shaped by our failures but by the crossings we make as God leads us forward. The message urges us to get up, set out, and trust that the same God who brought us out will bring us in, doing amazing things among us as we follow Him.

“A Whore’s Hope” is a call to rise from hesitation and live as people whose very lives testify that God’s word is true—people who, like Caleb, Rahab, Abraham, and Ezekiel, move from belief to bold, obedient action. We are reminded that we were once far off, hopeless, and spiritually compromised, yet God redeemed us, anchored us in His promises, and made us living messages of His power. Now we stand at our own intersection of promise and obedience, urged to close the distance between what God has said and what we are willing to do. Like Rahab, we step out of our old identities and into a hope that transforms us into refuge for others; like Caleb, we carry God’s word until it shapes our courage; like the apostles, we become the message; and like Ezekiel, we speak life into what looks dead. This sermon calls us to arise and go—to act with full obedience, to display our faith through Spirit empowered works, and to walk as the message of hope whose lives prove that God’s promises are unfolding right now.

“Do You Ever Get Tired?” calls us to shake off weariness and passive faith, rise in obedience, and actively take hold of every promise God has already placed before us. Like Israel under Joshua, we are reminded that the old season is gone, the Word is enough, and our inheritance in Christ is far larger than what we often settle for. We step into God’s calling through submission, we overcome by depending on Him when circumstances look impossible, and we occupy His promises by cultivating a holy hunger that refuses apathy or limitation. As we set our minds for action, trust His presence, and move forward in faith rather than waiting for proof, we discover that victory multiplies, peace strengthens us, and every step of obedience opens new ground for God’s glory in our lives.

In the final message in our “Mapping Israel: Building Muscle & Momentum” series, “Caesarea Maritime” calls us to live as a resurrected people who carry the life and power of Jesus into the world “as you go.” Drawing from the history of Caesarea Maritime and the examples of Philip, Peter, and Paul, it shows that God forms us through intentional seasons of preparation so we can rise, go, and minister with conviction in places that often resist the gospel. At its core, the sermon reminds us that we are not meant to admire the resurrection from afar but to participate in it daily—moving beyond comfort, obeying the Spirit, and witnessing boldly in every circumstance. As we go, God works with us, confirming His message through transformed lives and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Megiddo reveals that God forms His people through a repeated pattern—prepare, participate, and prevail—and He has woven this pattern into Israel’s geography and Israel’s history as a prophetic picture of what He is forming in us today. From Elijah on Carmel, to Gideon in the Jezreel Valley, to Barak by the Kishon, we see that God strengthens His people internally, sifts them so only the willing and alert remain, and then leads them into battles where they appear outmatched so His glory—not their strength—is revealed. The message declares that we, like Israel, are being shaped into men and women who develop spiritual muscle and holy momentum, who refuse convenience in favor of courageous obedience, who stay alert rather than self absorbed, and who willingly step into difficult, disadvantageous places so that God can display His power. As Jesus once looked daily from Nazareth into the Valley of Megiddo knowing He would one day return there in triumph, we too are called to live with that same confidence—preparing our hearts, participating with willingness, and prevailing with our King as He brings every enemy into His winepress and leads His people into ultimate victory.

Hebron represents the place where God shapes His people into those who can carry resurrection hope with endurance, conviction, and purpose. The message traces how we, like Israel, have been awakened, confronted, pressed, formed, and assembled, only to discover that the promises of God are not inherited passively but fought for over a lifetime. Hebron becomes the picture of this lifelong battle—a place where giants oppose us, where faith must rise again and again, and where identity is forged through perseverance. As we contend for our own “Hebron,” we learn that God’s promises are not merely destinations but processes that form us into people who believe Him long enough to see His word fulfilled. In this way, we become a people anchored in resurrection hope, refusing to quit, and securing ground for future generations to see the King enthroned.

Tabernacle: Assembly teaches us that we, as God’s people, have been shaped through every stage of awakening, confrontation, decision, pressing, and formation so that we can now be assembled into a dwelling place for His presence. It reminds us that God has always chosen ordinary, unlikely materials—like the simple Tabernacle, like acacia wood, like us—to carry His extraordinary glory. As we walk the ancient path, our trials, pressings, and daily choices are hammering us into vessels that contain the divine, just as the Tabernacle did. Now, as those individually formed are brought together, we become a living structure where God dwells, a people who no longer focus on escaping Egypt but on doing His will, embodying Christ so that others may encounter Him through us.

This sermon traces Israel’s sacred geography as a metaphor for the believer’s spiritual journey, showing how awakening at Gihon, confrontation at Hermon, decision at Kidron, and pressing in the Valley of Kings all culminate in the cave of Adullam. The heart of the message is that God forms kings not in places of glory but in obscurity, pressing His people through hidden seasons to produce steadfast faith, refined character, and the ability to disciple others. Just as David was shaped in caves among the distressed and discontented, and Jesus drew disciples from humble beginnings, the sermon emphasizes that God uses unexpected places and difficult circumstances to develop leaders who will one day reign with Him. It calls the listener to embrace obscurity and pressing as divine preparation, trusting that what feels hidden or insignificant is actually the birthplace of kings and the seed of influence that will reach nations.

We see in this sermon that we are a people whom God has awakened, strengthened, confronted, and led into decisive obedience, and now He is pressing us so that what He has planted within us can finally be revealed. As we walk the same pathway traced by Abraham, Nicodemus, and Jesus Himself, we learn that the Valley of the Kings is not a place of defeat but the place where kings are formed, where our convictions become choices, our choices become character, and our character becomes the vessel through which God releases pure oil, enduring faith, and resurrection life. In this pressing, we discover that we are not being crushed but refined, not being diminished but transformed, not losing ourselves but becoming more like the King who went before us. And as we continue saying “Yes, Lord” in every pressing, we find that we too are being shaped into those who will reign with Him, men and women whose lives produce pure olive oil that can sustain generations.

In this message, we are reminded that our journey with God has moved from awakening at Gihon, to gaining strength on the ancient paths, to forging conviction at Hermon—and now Kidron calls us to turn those convictions into daily decisions. We learn that Kidron is not a place of dramatic moments but the valley where our quiet, repetitive choices reveal who we truly are, just as loyalties were exposed when David and later Jesus crossed it. As we consider the narrow ascent toward God and the wide descent away from Him, along with the monuments of Zechariah and Absalom standing side by side, we see that our small decisions carry radical outcomes. The Spirit assures us that we are already a people who have said “Yes” in advance, and now our task is to let our steps match the ancient path beneath our feet so that our lives become monuments of faithfulness shaped one decision at a time.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

In this sermon, we are reminded that our journey of faith is marked by continual awakenings and necessary confrontations, just as the ancient paths of Israel reveal. Our identity and convictions are forged through facing both external adversaries and internal temptations, echoing Abraham’s unwavering faith at Tel Dan and Jesus’ victory at the gates of Caesarea Philippi. As we stand on the eternal path, we are called to consult what God has already revealed, trusting that each confrontation—whether against overwhelming odds or subtle compromise—deepens our resolve and leads us closer to the fullness of God’s promises. The heart of the message is that our victories, like those of our spiritual ancestors, are assured when we embrace the faith of Abraham, reject compromise, and march confidently toward every challenge, knowing that Adonai guides us and that the gates of hell will not prevail against us.

This sermon calls us to recognize that we are no longer standing at the beginning of awakening but are already moving with Spirit‑formed muscle and holy momentum along the Ancient Path that leads from the spring to the summit. Drawing from Israel’s journey, the well at Gihon, the King’s Highway, the victories over Sihon and Og, the resolve of Nehemiah, and the awakening of Paul, the message declares that resistance is not a sign of misdirection but the inevitable terrain of those who carry living water within them. We are reminded that God has already placed us on the eternal path, empowered us by His Spirit, and positioned us for confrontations that will become down payments of even greater victories. With confidence, courage, and clarity, we are called to drive forward—dangerous to the enemy, guarded by the Law and the Spirit, and assured that the same Source that awakened us will empower us to ascend all the way to the summit.

In this message delivered by Luke LeDesma, Pastor Treaster, and Pastor Wade, we are awakened to the truth that God has always provided a path—like the ancient Gihon spring—that draws us toward His throne, transforms our weakness into strength, and fills us with living water that now flows from within us. Through the stories of David conquering Jerusalem, Solomon’s coronation, Hezekiah’s chiseling of the tunnel, and Jesus healing the blind man at Siloam, we see a pattern: what begins as an external invitation becomes an internal reality as the Spirit and the Word carve out space in us for God’s life to flow freely. Though the enemy may mock us as “blind and lame,” we discover that our moments of mud, pressure, and chiseling are actually the very means by which God builds spiritual muscle and momentum in us. As we awaken to our identity as those who carry the living water, we rise—not just forgiven, but walking as kings, sources of life for our families, our community, and the world.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

“Spirit Led, Fire Validated” centers on the transformative journey of believers who are led by the Holy Spirit and whose lives are validated by God’s empowering fire. Drawing from biblical examples, the Pastors emphasizes that being Spirit-led is not just about personal spiritual experiences, but about stepping out in faith, obedience, and unity—often to specific places and moments God ordains. The Spirit guides, comforts, and empowers believers to love righteousness, serve others, and endure challenges, while God’s fire validates their actions and sacrifices, confirming His presence and purpose. Ultimately, the heart of the sermon is a call to surrender control, follow God’s leading with boldness, and trust that true validation comes as we walk in His will, blessing others and advancing His kingdom together.

This sermon calls us to reject superficial approaches to faith and instead pursue a life filled with the Spirit and the Word, so that the fire of God becomes a driving force within our bones. We are reminded that true transformation and fruitfulness—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—come not from our own strength or intellect, but from daily seeking and being filled with the Spirit. As we walk in the Spirit, our lives overflow with joy and gratitude, impacting those around us and demonstrating the freedom and purpose God has given us. The heart of the message is that we must actively fan into flame both the gifts and the fruits of the Spirit, letting them shape our actions and attitudes, so that we boldly witness to what Jesus has done in our lives and pour ourselves out for others with heads held high and hearts full of joy

“A Life Worth Witnessing” calls us to live so deeply transformed by God’s presence and the continual filling of the Holy Spirit that our praise and testimony become both authentic and irresistible. Drawing from Scripture and examples throughout the Word, we were urged to let our encounters with God overflow in our speech and our actions—boldly sharing the gospel and reflecting His character—so that our very lives become a compelling witness to His power and love.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

This message is a passionate encouragement for the church to embrace an “in your face” attitude of faith—one that confidently trusts in God’s power to fulfill every good purpose, leaves both past failures and successes behind, and presses forward with boldness and assurance in Christ. Pastors Wade and Treaster celebrate the transformation seen within the community and urge us to arm ourselves with Christlike thinking. They remind us that suffering for God’s will is a mark of blessing and purpose, and that through such faithfulness, God’s name is glorified in our lives.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

The heart of this sermon is a call for us to actively share their faith, driven by the reality that salvation is only possible through Jesus. It emphasizes that evangelism is not just a duty but a privilege rooted in God’s immense love and the example of Christ’s sacrifice. The message challenged us to move beyond self-focus, urging us to serve others, share our personal experiences with Jesus, and recognize the eternal significance of our witness. Ultimately, it’s a reminder that every believer is entrusted with the responsibility to reach the lost, and that sharing the Gospel is both urgent and transformative—for others and for ourselves.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

The Gospel Unleashed is the call to recognize and unleash the full power of the gospel, as revealed in 1 Corinthians chapter 15. The message emphasizes that this entire chapter is the foundation and proof of the gospel—Christ’s victory over death and the promise of resurrection. We are urged to stand firm on this truth, letting nothing move us, and to give ourselves fully to the work of the Lord, knowing that our labor is not in vain. The gospel is not just a message to believe, but a reality to live and proclaim, bringing transformation, victory, and eternal rewards. The sermon challenges us to move forward boldly, sowing and reaping in God’s harvest, and to expect the Lord to confirm the gospel with signs and fruitfulness as we partner with Jesus.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Battlefield: Convergence urges us to recognize that throughout history, spiritual forces and nations have repeatedly opposed God's plan, especially as it converges on Israel and Jerusalem; yet, God remains sovereign, using even the hostility of His enemies to fulfill His redemptive purposes. We are called to actively align ourselves with God's plan by blessing and supporting Israel, understanding that our treatment of Israel reflects our relationship with God and plays a part in His unfolding story determined for the whole world.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Battlefield: Reclamation teaches that God’s plan is to reclaim all nations through the nation of Israel and the followers of Jesus. The message highlights how biblical history, especially the symbolism of the number seventy, points to God’s desire to restore the nations and defeat evil, calling every believer to actively participate in this spiritual battle and global transformation.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

This sermon continues the "Battlefield" series by unveiling God’s ultimate plan to overthrow every rebellious power and establish His kingdom without rival. It highlights that Yahweh alone is the Most High, with all other so called “gods” exposed as corrupt and destined for destruction. Drawing from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Psalms, and Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians, Pastors Matthew and Abimbola show how divine proclamations throughout history provoke heavenly opposition, yet always culminate in God’s triumph. The message emphasizes that Jesus, as both God and glorified man, will reign until every enemy—including death itself—is put under His feet, and that His glorified sons will share in this victory. This call urges us to recognize our role in the cosmic struggle, to stand as witnesses of Yahweh’s unmatched authority, and to actively destroy all opposition by living faithfully, advancing His kingdom, and honoring His name alone.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

This sermon introduces the "Battlefield" series we are undergoing by exploring the cosmic conflict between God and rebellious spiritual powers. It emphasizes that we are called to participate in this celestial struggle as God's chosen inheritance—first for Israel, and then for the gentile. Drawing from passages across the Old and New Testaments, Pastors Treaster and Wade explain how the Bible teaches that stars are symbolic of celestial beings, and that faithful followers of Yeshua are destined to become like these "stars": glorified, eternal sons of God who will ultimately replace the corrupt spiritual rulers. This message urges us to move beyond passive faith, embrace our high calling, and actively engage in advancing God's kingdom by leading others to righteousness, thus fulfilling our purpose in God's cosmic plan.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

This morning, we were called to recognize and confidently walk in the divine authority (“Exousia”) given by God through Christ, with an emphasis that true spiritual power is rooted in humility, compassion, and total dependence on the Father’s will. Walking through the book of Matthew and drawing from the life and teachings of Jesus, we were challenged to reject self-serving authority and instead use our God-given right and might to serve others, confront spiritual opposition, and bring healing and deliverance. This message urged us to embrace sacrifice, deny ourselves, and boldly act in faith—knowing that our authority is meant to build up others, advance God’s kingdom, and make disciples who display the same heavenly authority, all while trusting that God will equip, strengthen, and be present with us as we go.

This sermon delivered by brothers Caleb and Gabriel calls the brotherhood of believers to unite like a phalanx—an ancient formation of soldiers standing shoulder to shoulder—emphasizing that God’s people are chosen, privileged, and called to build together, fight together, and guard against division. Walking us through biblical examples, these brothers highlight the power and blessing found in unity, warning against behaviors like bitterness, gossip, isolation, and self-sufficiency that break the shield wall, and urged everyone to actively gather, support, and commit to one another. Together we will move forward in tight formation, practicing unity so that God’s glory and victory can rest on the community.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

Very Offensive encourages us to live courageously and offensively in spiritual warfare, drawing inspiration from God’s act of bringing light into darkness, Jesus’ mission to destroy the devil’s work, and Paul’s transformation through Christ’s light. It emphasizes that courage, unity, and thankfulness are essential weapons for building God’s kingdom, using examples from Paul and David to illustrate how personal victories and bold actions create momentum for the entire community. This message delivered by Pastors Linton and Spencer teaches that conquering spiritual battles requires trust in God’s authority, unity among believers, and persistent praise in all circumstances. Ultimately calling everyone to master repentance, rise in courage, restore others, and reign with Christ by living offensively against spiritual triggers and traps.

In this stirring sermon delivered by Pastor Spencer and JJ, we were called to wake up and live with urgency, repentance, and eternal perspective. Drawing from scriptures like 1 Thessalonians 5, Colossians 3, and Luke 12, they challenged us to reject temporal distractions and embrace the light of eternity, becoming “masters of repentance” who seize every moment for God’s kingdom. With heartfelt conviction, vivid illustrations, and personal transparency, Pastor Spencer and JJ exposed the dangers of selfish ambition, offense, and spiritual complacency, urging everyone to respond immediately to the voice of the Lord and walk in the eternal power of Christ. Their message was clear: the time is now, the window is short, and the work is eternal.

“Living in Light of Eternity” inspires us to live each day with an eternal perspective, reminding us that our time on earth is limited and every moment counts toward a greater purpose. We are called to be children of light, putting aside deeds of darkness and embracing the armor of faith, love, and hope. As we work, serve, and love others—especially those who cannot repay us—we align our lives with the coming Kingdom and the promise of reward from our Messiah. The urgency to act, forgive, and encourage one another is rooted in the knowledge that the day of Christ’s return is near, and our deeds will echo into eternity. Let us rise with joy, steadfastness, and a heart of repentance, shining as beacons of hope in a world that desperately needs the light of God.

“Before Nightfall” is a call to rise above apathy and pride, embracing our sacred calling to build, serve, and worship together with unwavering dedication. Just as those who came before us worked side by side from dawn till night, we are reminded that every moment of our lives is a meaningful line in Heaven’s story. Our present participation shapes our eternal legacy, and even when others hesitate, we choose to step forward, carry the mission, and build twice as much. United in purpose, we refuse to let obstacles or status define our contribution—this day matters, this life is sacred, and together, we make our mark in the Book of Life.

“What Are You Waiting For?” urged us to see our lives as a single workday given by God, emphasizing that every moment is an opportunity for sacrificial work, unity, and commitment to God’s mission. Drawing from biblical passages like John 9, we were taught a that fulfillment and purpose come not from waiting for affirmation or comfort, but from actively laboring, sacrificing, and trusting God with all we have. The heart of the message is a call to stop delaying, embrace selfless work for God and our brothers, and recognize that true satisfaction and progress in life and faith are found in wholehearted, joyful sacrifice.

Citizens of the Commonwealth, calls the brotherhood of believers to embrace our identity as citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven by living with courageous faith, radical generosity, and joyful sacrifice. We were urged to move beyond comfort and self-preservation, using every blessing and resource to serve others and advance God’s Kingdom. True contentment is found not in abundance, but in trusting God and sharing His blessings, demonstrating love through sacrificial action and unity. This message delivered by brothers Rob and Marlin challenged us to actively build up one another, fulfill our calling, and press forward together, living out the values of the Kingdom on earth.

Called to Change One Life at a Time!

This sermon is a powerful call to rise above comfort and routine, urging us to live with courageous faith and radical generosity for the sake of God’s Kingdom. We were taught that true biblical contentment isn’t found in abundance, but in trusting God with what He has apportioned for us—knowing that even our smallest sacrifices, when given with joy and conviction, can transform lives, families, and nations. United in the “Commonwealth of the Kingdom,” we are invited to give freely, serve selflessly, and walk in deep conviction, confident that God will multiply our efforts and fill us with purpose, joy, and lasting impact. Let us increase our faith, fulfill our promises, and embrace the privilege of building something eternal together!