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Sermons from the teaching team at Redeemer Church in Tulsa, OK.

  1. 1d ago

    Ephesians | Week 13

    08-09-2026 Ephesians 6:10-20 | The Armor of God: Standing Together in Christ Final Message in the Ephesians Series | Pastor Daniel Bunn As Redeemer Church concludes its 13-week journey through Paul's letter to the Ephesians, Pastor Daniel Bunn explores one of the most familiar passages in the New Testament: The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20). While many Christians have heard this passage taught as a guide for individual spiritual warfare, Pastor Daniel invites us to hear Paul's words with fresh ears and within the larger context of the entire letter. Throughout Ephesians, Paul repeatedly emphasizes one central theme: God has created one new people in Christ. Jews and Gentiles, once divided, have been reconciled through Jesus and united into one body. From chapters 1 through 6, Paul's concern is not primarily individual spirituality, but the formation and preservation of a Christ-centered community marked by unity, peace, love, and mutual submission. With that context in mind, Pastor Daniel highlights a key insight often overlooked in this well-known passage: Paul's instructions are directed not merely to individual believers, but to the church as a collective community. In the original Greek, the commands are consistently addressed to "you all." The call to "put on the full armor of God" is a call for the entire body of Christ to stand together in the strength of the Lord. The sermon also explores what battle Paul has in mind. Rather than focusing primarily on personal struggles, Paul is addressing the spiritual forces that seek to divide God's people. The enemy's schemes are those that threaten to fracture the unity Christ has established. Falsehood, bitterness, pride, suspicion, unforgiveness, rivalry, and division are not merely interpersonal problems; they are spiritual battlegrounds. The armor of God, therefore, is expressed in the life of a united church: Living truthfully with one another Practicing righteousness toward one another Walking in the gospel of peace Remaining faithful to one another Holding firmly to salvation and God's Word Praying continually for one another Pastor Daniel emphasizes that Paul does not call the church to attack, conquer, or achieve victory. Instead, he commands believers to stand. Christ has already won the decisive victory through His death and resurrection. The church's calling is to remain steadfast within that victory by bearing with one another, forgiving one another, speaking truth in love, and refusing to let the powers of darkness convince us that fellow believers are the enemy. The message concludes with a powerful reminder that every act of reconciliation, every restored relationship, every wall that comes down, and every instance of forgiveness makes the victory of Christ visible in the world. When the church stands together in unity, clothed in the armor of God and strengthened by prayer, it becomes a witness to the power of the gospel that no spiritual force can overcome. Key Takeaway: The Armor of God is not merely about individual believers preparing for personal battles. It is a call for the whole church to stand together in Christ's victory, protecting and preserving the unity that Jesus has won for His people. Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20Series: EphesiansSpeaker: Pastor Daniel BunnChurch: Redeemer Church "Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power... Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." (Ephesians 6:10-11)

  2. Aug 2

    Ephesians | Week 12

    08-02-2026 Ephesians Series - Week 12 Living a Life Worthy of the Calling: Faithfulness in the Ordinary Pastor Dave Brown | Ephesians 6:5-9 In Week 12 of our Ephesians series, Pastor Dave Brown tackles one of the most difficult and historically misunderstood passages in Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9. This text has often been misused to justify slavery, but Pastor Dave explains why Paul was not endorsing oppressive systems. Instead, Paul was teaching believers how to faithfully live out the gospel within the realities of the Roman world while bearing witness to the Kingdom of God. The key to understanding this passage is reading it within the larger context of Ephesians 5:21-6:9, framed by two foundational truths: "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ" (Ephesians 5:21) "There is no favoritism with God" (Ephesians 6:9) Paul's concern is not creating a blueprint for social institutions such as marriage, parenting, or slavery. Rather, he is showing believers how to live lives worthy of their calling as adopted children of God, demonstrating the character of Jesus wherever they find themselves. Throughout the message, Pastor Dave highlights Paul's broader vision found in passages like Galatians 3:28, where all people are united in Christ regardless of social status, ethnicity, or gender. Far from defending inequality, Paul continually points believers toward the transforming reality of God's Kingdom. A central theme of the sermon is that Jesus redefines power and leadership. Those in positions of authority are called to use their influence the way Christ did: not for personal gain, but to empower others to become everything God created them to be. At the same time, Paul affirms the dignity and value of those without power, reminding them that they can fully participate in God's mission right where they are. Pastor Dave also challenges a common cultural assumption that our significance depends on status, success, influence, or upward mobility. While ambition is not inherently wrong, God's kingdom work does not begin when we reach a particular position, promotion, or life stage. It begins now. Most of life is lived in ordinary moments: Going to work Answering emails Raising children Caring for family Doing household chores Showing up faithfully day after day The Kingdom of God often advances not through extraordinary achievements, but through ordinary people consistently embodying the love of Jesus in everyday places. Key Takeaways ✅ Context matters when interpreting Scripture. ✅ Paul was addressing real people living within the Roman Empire, not endorsing unjust institutions. ✅ The gospel challenges systems of power by reshaping how people treat one another. ✅ Leadership in God's Kingdom means empowering others, following the example of Jesus. ✅ You do not need a position of authority to participate in God's mission. ✅ Faithfulness in ordinary life is deeply significant to God. ✅ The Kingdom of God takes root when everyday believers reflect Christ's love where they already are. No matter where you find yourself today, God has given you opportunities to reveal the character of Jesus and the love of the Father through your everyday life. #Ephesians #BibleTeaching #PastorDaveBrown #RedeemerChurch #KingdomOfGod #ChristianLiving #Faithfulness #Ephesians6 #LeadershipLikeJesus #OrdinaryFaithfulness #GospelTransformation #SermonPodcast #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #JesusChrist

  3. Jul 26

    Ephesians | Week 11

    07-26-2026 Ephesians Series | Week 11 The Mission of Marriage: Mutual Submission and Christlike Love Ephesians 5:21-33 | Pastor Dave Brown In Week 11 of our Ephesians series, Pastor Dave Brown tackles one of the most debated passages in Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33. Rather than reading "wives, submit to your husbands" in isolation, Pastor Dave explores how Paul's teaching must be understood in its full context, beginning with the instruction to "submit to one another out of reverence for Christ" (Ephesians 5:21). This message challenges common interpretations that have often reduced the passage to questions of authority and hierarchy. By examining the broader flow of Paul's argument, the original Greek text, and the example of Jesus Himself, Pastor Dave shows that the foundation of Christian marriage is not domination, but mutual submission, sacrificial love, and Christlike service. Drawing attention to Paul's greater emphasis on husbands, the sermon explores the call for men to love their wives with the same self-giving, agape love that Christ  demonstrated for the Church. Jesus did not use His power to control others. Instead, He willingly laid down His life so that others could flourish and become everything God created them to be. This week’s message highlights: The importance of reading Ephesians 5 within its larger context What "submit to one another" means for all believers How the Greek text sheds light on Paul's instructions The difference between self-sacrificial agape love and self-centered love Why Christ's relationship with the Church is the model for marriage The biblical meaning of meekness as strength under control How healthy marriages become a witness to the Gospel Ultimately, Pastor Dave reminds us that marriage is more than a personal relationship. It is a living picture of Christ and the Church. Christian marriage is intended to help husbands and wives become more like Jesus while serving as a signpost to the world of God's love, grace, and coming Kingdom. Whether you're married, single, divorced, widowed, or simply seeking to follow Christ more faithfully, this message offers a powerful challenge to live a life worthy of the calling we have received by loving others with the same self-sacrificial love Christ has shown us. Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33 Series: Ephesians Speaker: Pastor Dave Brown #Ephesians #Ephesians5 #ChristianMarriage #PastorDaveBrown #BibleStudy #ChurchSermon #MutualSubmission #AgapeLove #ChristAndTheChurch #TulsaChurch #Faith #Discipleship #ChristianLiving #Gospel #JesusChrist

  4. Jul 19

    Ephesians | Week 10

    07-19-2026 Ephesians 5:1-20 | Pastor Leanne Benton | Reading by Reverend Dr. Terry BellEphesians: Walking in Christ Together This week, Pastor Leanne Benton continues our series through Ephesians with a message titled "Children of Light: Learning to Walk in Love" from Ephesians 5:1-20. The service also features a Scripture reading by Reverend Dr. Terry Bell, a longtime pastor, educator, and member of Redeemer Church. Drawing from Paul's teaching, Leanne reminds us that we are all being formed by something. As God's dearly loved children, we are called to imitate Christ, walk in love, live as children of light, and continually be filled with the Holy Spirit. Rather than focusing on rules or religious performance, this message explores how true spiritual formation happens through identity, community, wisdom, honesty, and God's transforming grace. Join us as we consider an important question: Who are you becoming, and what would it look like to love well today?

  5. Jul 12

    Ephesians | Week 9

    07-12-2026 Ephesians Series – Week 9 | Ephesians 4:17-32 | Pastor David Nunn What does it really mean to be holy? In Week 9 of our Ephesians series, Pastor David Nunn explores Ephesians 4:17-32 and challenges the common belief that holiness is achieved by trying harder or following a list of rules. While Paul gives practical instructions for Christian living—telling believers to stop lying, control their anger, avoid stealing, speak words that build others up, and practice kindness and forgiveness—the deeper message is that these behaviors are not the cause of holiness, but the result of a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Pastor David walks through Paul's argument in Ephesians, reminding us that throughout the letter, salvation, transformation, and spiritual growth are presented as the work of God's grace, not human effort. Through Christ, believers have been redeemed, adopted into God's family, and empowered by the Holy Spirit to become a new humanity united in love. This message highlights the difference between striving for individual righteousness and participating in God's work of shaping His people into the body of Christ. True spiritual transformation happens as believers live in community, encourage one another, and join the Holy Spirit in building up the church. Key Takeaways: Holiness cannot be achieved—it can only be received. Christian living flows from relationship, not rule-keeping. The church is being formed into the fullness of Christ together. The evidence of spiritual growth is truthfulness, self-control, generosity, encouragement, kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. Jesus' command to "love one another as I have loved you" remains the foundation of Christian life. As followers of Christ, we are called to lean into the work of the Holy Spirit, encourage one another, and help build the church into the full measure of Christ's likeness. Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

  6. Jul 5

    Ephesians | Week 8

    Living a Life Worthy of the Calling Ephesians 4:1–16 | Pastor Dave Brown In Episode 8 of our Ephesians series, Pastor Dave Brown explores the pivotal transition in Paul’s letter from theology to practice. After spending the first three chapters describing everything God has done for us in Christ—choosing, adopting, reconciling, and uniting us—Paul now asks a pressing question: How should we live in response to such incredible grace? Drawing from Ephesians 4:1–16 and reflecting on the meaning of freedom during America’s 250th year, Pastor Dave contrasts a self-centered view of freedom with a biblical understanding rooted in humility, responsibility, and service. Using the example of George Washington’s voluntary surrender of power, he highlights how the greatest expressions of freedom are not found in what we gain for ourselves, but in what we are willing to give away for the good of others. Paul’s central challenge is clear: “Live a life worthy of the calling you have received.” As adopted sons and daughters of God and co-heirs with Christ, believers are called to reflect the character of Jesus in their daily lives. Pastor Dave identifies four key themes from this passage that define a life worthy of that calling: Humility – Putting Christ and others before ourselves. Unity – Making every effort to preserve the unity of the Spirit. Responsibility – Using our gifts to serve the body of Christ and our community. Maturity – Growing steadily into the fullness of Christ through faithful obedience. A significant portion of the message focuses on humility, examining how pride subtly manifests in our spiritual lives. Drawing from Augustine’s reflections on pride, Pastor Dave challenges listeners to consider how self-centeredness can appear through spiritual complacency, misplaced priorities, religious performance, or an excessive focus on personal comfort and preferences. The sermon also emphasizes that Christian unity is not uniformity. God has gifted every believer differently, and the church reflects His glory best when diverse people work together in love, peace, and mutual service. Paul’s call to “make every effort” toward unity remains especially relevant in a culture often marked by division, conflict, and self-interest. Ultimately, spiritual maturity comes through what Eugene Peterson described as “a long obedience in the same direction.” As followers of Christ, we are invited to continually grow in humility, serve one another faithfully, speak truth in love, and become living testimonies of God’s kingdom on earth. The message concludes with corporate confession and Holy Communion, reminding believers that humility, unity, responsibility, and maturity are not merely ideas to discuss—they are practices to embrace as we gather around Christ’s table and are sent back into the world as His people. Scripture: Ephesians 4:1–16 Key Theme: Living out our freedom in Christ through humility, unity, responsibility, and spiritual maturity.

  7. Jun 28

    Ephesians | Week 7

    Pastor: Daniel BunnSeries: Ephesians Week 7 Ephesians 3:14–21 | Knowing the Love That Surpasses Knowledge Scripture: Ephesians 3:14–21 In this message from our Ephesians series, we reflect on Paul’s prayer that believers would be strengthened by the Spirit, that Christ would dwell in their hearts through faith, and that they would come to know the love of Christ—a love so wide, long, high, and deep that it surpasses knowledge. Paul begins by bowing his knees before the Father, a posture of reverence, humility, and surrender. From that place of awe, he prays not simply that the church would know facts about Christ, but that they would be rooted and grounded in His love. This kind of knowing is more than information; it is the deep, lived knowledge that comes through abiding nearness, shared life, and ongoing communion with God. The sermon explores the difference between knowing about something and truly experiencing it—like understanding the physics of riding a bike versus actually riding one, or the wordless understanding that forms through years of relationship. In the same way, Paul prays that believers would encounter Christ’s love so deeply that they recognize it can never be mastered or exhausted. As we consider the vastness of creation—from the immensity of galaxies to the intricacy of the human body—we are reminded that God is greater still. And this infinite God has loved us forever. The proper response is not pride or control, but wonder, humility, worship, and prayer. Key themes: Reverence and humility before God Christ dwelling at the center of our lives The difference between knowing about God and knowing God The immeasurable dimensions of Christ’s love Being rooted and grounded in love through the Spirit Reflection question: Where might God be inviting you to move beyond knowing about His love and into a deeper experience of being loved by Him? Listen and reflect with us as we continue through Paul’s letter to the Ephesians.

  8. Jun 22

    Ephesians | Week 6

    EPHESIANS – WEEK 6 Pastor: Dave BrownSeries: Ephesians Ephesians 3:1–13 | Administrators of Grace What does it mean to receive God's grace—and then live it out? In Ephesians 3, Paul shares his own story as an example of a life transformed by the Gospel. Once a persecutor of the Church, Paul became an administrator of God's grace, carrying the good news of Jesus to people who had previously been considered outsiders. This message explores the mystery now revealed in Christ: that people from every nation, background, and culture are invited into one family of God. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, believers are called not only to receive grace but to embody it, extending Christ's love, reconciliation, forgiveness, and hope to the world around them. The Church is more than a gathering place—it is God's living witness to His Kingdom, a community where His wisdom becomes visible through transformed lives. Scripture: Ephesians 3:1–13 Additional References: Ephesians 1:13–14 Acts 7:58–60 Romans 8:38–39 2 Corinthians 5:17 1 Corinthians 11:1 Revelation 7:9 Key Takeaway: We are called not merely to admire God's grace, but to administer it—becoming disciples who embody Christ and help others encounter His transforming love.

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Sermons from the teaching team at Redeemer Church in Tulsa, OK.

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    Redeemer Church
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    2016 - 2026
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