Sacred Mission Church Sermons

Similar to Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, in the wisdom half of our series, we will look at several "men" named for a key characteristic. To kick us off, we look at Simple. A man easily swayed and quickly manipulated, who just goes with the script. A real-life NPC.

This special combined service with Collins Christian Church and Sacred Mission Church concludes a vibrant Vacation Bible School (VBS) week with a teaching focused on the life of David and his "Strong Shepherd." Pastor Tim Kimberly explores the "5, 3, and 1" of the week: the five nights of VBS truths—ranging from David's courage against Goliath to his gratitude toward Mephibosheth—the three steps of the Gospel (Admit, Believe, Forever Receive) illustrated through a testimony by Farmer Finn, and the one true Shepherd, Jesus Christ. By drawing parallels between David’s life and the far greater work of Jesus, the message invites everyone to move from being lost, fearful, or shaky to being found, peaceful, and sure in the Lord's dwelling place.

Psalm 5 is a vital gift of guidance for navigating the storms of life. The Psalmist shows that we can take refuge in God by starting each day with intentional prayer, speaking and listening to Him out loud, and resting in His presence rather than relying on our own strength. While wickedness and worldly distractions seek to lead us astray, we can find true safety, favor, and abundant joy by embracing God's covenant and walking in His righteousness. God is the only secure shelter regardless of life's overwhelming challenges.

David was no stranger to suffering, yet in the middle of his pain he learned to rest in the faithful care of his God. In the same way, we are reminded that our Father is kind and good, and He lovingly gives His children what they need most. Even in seasons of hardship, He draws near to comfort us, shelter us, give us peace, and fill our hearts with hope. Above all, the greatest gift the Father has given is His own Son, Jesus Christ, in whom we find lasting help, healing, and salvation.

Later in his life and reign, David's sins begin to catch up with him. Amid family strife and turmoil in his kingdom, David turns to his God and writes a song of prayer. We may not have physical enemies surrounding us, but we constantly face the consequences of our sins and unseen forces. Will you turn to God?

Last week, we saw how to live a life that is happy, fortunate, blessed. This week, the Psalmist warns us about the opposite life. A life that rages against the things of God. Those who love God wisely serve Him with fear and rejoice with trembling.

Pastor Tim kicks off our summer series on Psalms and Proverbs with a look at Psalm 1. How does one live a life that is Happy, Fortunate, and Blessed? We find the answer in Psalm 1 through the work of Jesus.

The author of Hebrews wraps up this book with a beautiful benediction that reminds us of the incredible work God has done and will continue to do. He has fulfilled and continues to fulfill all the covenants through the work of Jesus Christ. Jesus is GREATER!!!

We might be tempted to think life will improve when we live in authentic worship. Unfortunately, that is not the reality. After following Jesus, life can and often does get harder. We are even told that trials are for our good. So when we are suffering and in a trial, look to the City to come and trust in Jesus.

Because we serve the King of an unshakable kingdom, we must live as citizens of that kingdom. His people are called to live distinctly from the culture—loving one another deeply, welcoming the stranger, honoring and upholding marriage, and above all, loving the King.

Through Christ, we have been brought to the mountain of God. So let us not turn to the things that can be shaken, but instead turn to the unshakable one. Let us not be enticed by created things, but instead be satisfied with the creator. Grateful for the gift of the kingdom.

Discipline is a gift from a loving father. Therefore, when we are experiencing discipline from our Heavenly Father, we must endure. By enduring, we will experience healing and receive our highest desires.

While Jesus appeared to many people after the resurrection, many did not recognize Him, even those closest to Him. When the Lord finally revealed the truth to them, they marveled and worshiped. The Lord is revealing Himself to you. Will you see Jesus?

Inspired by the faith and testimony of those who came before us, we must run the race and finish strong. This is not a call to work harder just to avoid God's punishment, but because Christ took all the punishment on our behalf. We should run in victory, trusting that His discipline is for our good.

Walking through Hebrews chapter 11 might lead you to believe that having faith will result in a better, more successful life. However, our faith is not about what we do or its outcomes; it's about who it's in. We are not praised by God because we are successful; we are praised by God for having faith in Him.

"In Faith." This is the statement that defines those listed in Chapter 11. While faith is not an action, it leads to action. Those whom God uses to do great things are those who make a move in faith. In faith, I ... How will you finish that statement?

Our relationship with God is not transactional. We don't do anything to earn His pleasure or favor. He has done all the work through Jesus' death and resurrection. However, faith opens up opportunities for us to walk in His pleasure, purposes, and plan. Through faith in the one who has already done the work, we can receive the good gifts that come from it.

What is faith? Is it something we muster from within, or a magic pixie dust that gives us special gifts and blessings? Hebrews gives us many examples of men and women who did mighty things for God, not because they were special but because God is. Our faith is only as good as the object it is placed in, and Jesus is the most perfect object of our faith.

Lent is not just about ritual or tradition, or appearing religious; it is about connecting with our Heavenly Father who loves us. In the middle of his longest recorded sermon, Jesus gives us a template for communing with God.

Suffering does not mean that Jesus is not enough and has not given you victory over sin. Following Jesus does not promise you a life of ease and constant blessing. In fact, Jesus promises the opposite. We will suffer here, but He is coming. He will rescue. He will save. We must endure. Hebrews 10:26-39 // Pastor Tim Kimberly

A life transformed by Jesus is not a life without struggle, trials, heartache, and pain. The first-century Jewish believers experienced this. They were persecuted, tortured, and expelled from their homes. For this reason, the author of Hebrews exhorts them to gather together. Next to the comfort of the Holy Spirit, the church is where we will find comfort, peace, and hope in the hardships. Tim Kimberly // Hebrews 10:19-25

For over a thousand years, every day, the priests would stand in the temple to make sacrifices for the people of God. This was limited and temporary. As the great High Priest, Jesus has made the final complete sacrifice and now sits at the right hand of the Father.

All of our efforts to appease or be right with God will always fall short. Even the sacrifices established by Moses. These were all shadows of something greater...Jesus is our true and greater sacrifice—his death and resurrection once and for all covered and paid for sin.

We all will die and then be judged. Will we be found waiting for the true and greater High Priest, Christ Jesus? He has made the final, lasting sacrifice so that we can find peace and rest in him. Pastor Tim walks us through Hebrews 9:23-28.

Our sin demands death, the blood of a sacrifice. Thankfully, Jesus brought the new covenant and, through his blood, offers eternal life and redemption. Pastor Tim shows us the beauty of the gospel in Hebrews 9:15-22.

As the true and better tabernacle, Jesus offers eternal worth and value that this world simply cannot. Pastor Tim guides us through Hebrews 9:1-10.

As we look toward 2026, we must plan and prepare for the mission God has called us to. Pastor Tim takes us to Joshua 1 as a guide for our upcoming mission.

For the readers of Hebrews, life has become hard, especially after believing in Jesus. Many were considering returning to their old beliefs. Brother Jonathan walks us through Hebrews 8:7-13 and explains why the new covenant is better.

Sometimes we think everything would be better if Jesus were here with us, but the author of Hebrews argues the opposite. Pastor Tim shows us that the best place for Jesus to be right now is on mission at the right hand of the Father.

Pastor Tim shows us the new way through Christ that makes us right before God. He guides us through the end of Hebrews 7.

Like the ancient Israelites, the scattered Jews tended to drift back to what was familiar and comfortable, so the author of Hebrews points to the true and better priest who fulfills all the requirements of the law. Pastor Tim walks us through chapter 7 and shows how we also tend to drift and need Jesus.

Brother Jonathan Philgreen reminds us that we have an anchor for the soul in Christ Jesus, as stated at the end of Hebrews 6. Our unchanging, unfailing Father will never let us go.

Once we are in Christ, we are His forever, but there are still warnings about falling away. Pastor Tim shares the warning from Chapter 6 and the encouragement to abide in Christ.

In this passage, the author encourages us to have courage as we enter the presence of God because we have a Great High Priest in Christ Jesus.

Life is tiring, but Jesus offers us rest. Pastor Tim takes us back into Hebrews chapter 4.

Jesus empowers His church to carry out His sacred mission. Pastor Tim reminds us, from Acts 1, of the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit given to us by Jesus.

Brother Steve Curry blesses us with a message from Hebrews 3:7-19. He challenges us to hear God and not harden our hearts; unlike the Israelites, who saw God's works but missed His ways.

The author of Hebrews begins chapter 3 by inviting us to consider Jesus. Have you considered Jesus? He is greater than the law. He is the superior high priest. He welcomes us into a better home.

In week four of our Hebrews series, Pastor Tim guides us through the rest of chapter 2. Here, we see that Jesus, who is greater than all things, makes himself lower than the angels to become the greatest sacrifice and meet us in our suffering.

Lest We Drift. How can we keep from drifting away from the gospel? In week three of our series on Hebrews, Pastor Tim guides us in finding the way to prevent drift. That way is Jesus.

In the second week of our series on Hebrews, we see that Jesus is greater than the angels. If he is greater than the angels, then we can rely on and find rest in him during our trials.

Our world is dark and evil, but we can find comfort, courage, and peace because Jesus sits enthroned at the right hand of the Father. Pastor Tim kicks off our Hebrews series.

"All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out." Jesus assures us that He will never reject anyone who belongs to Him. The Father chooses, the Son saves, the Spirit seals. On the 6th birthday of Sacred Mission Church, Pastor Tim reminds us of the comforting promise and security of our salvation.

Pastor Jonathan Land of Connection Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, reminded us of the Gospel from 1 Corinthians 15.

Pastor Tim walks us through the second of the three creeds we are diving into in our We Believe series. The Nicene Creed solidifies the church's belief in the deity of Jesus.

Pastor Tim lays out our deep need for a savior and the call to be baptized.

Pastor Tim guides us through the final lines of the Apostles' Creed, exploring what it means to be part of Christ's universal church, to have our sins forgiven, and the glory that is the resurrection.

In week 4 of our Darkness to Light series, Jonathan Philgreen demonstrates how the Gospel helps us become captive to harmful philosophies.

In week three of our Darkness to Light series, we discover the mystery of the gospel.

Pastor Tim kicks off our Colossians series, titled "Darkness to Light," by guiding us through Colossians 1:1-14.