Christ the Redeemer Church

Creston Thomas

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2d ago

Understanding Christ is a Gift

The sermon centers on the spiritual blindness of the natural man, illustrated through Jesus' encounter with John the Baptist's disciples who question why His followers do not fast like they and the Pharisees do. Jesus responds with parables—using the bridegroom, a new patch on an old garment, and new wine in old wineskins—to reveal that His presence inaugurates a new covenant of grace, making old religious rituals obsolete. These metaphors underscore that true understanding of Christ comes not through tradition or legalism, but through divine revelation, as only the spiritually awakened can perceive the deeper realities of God's kingdom. The message calls believers to humility, recognizing that their ability to see Christ is not due to personal merit but to God's sovereign grace, and urges them to live in gratitude and dependence on Christ, who alone offers lasting rest and salvation.

43 min
May 31

Jesus With Matthew, Tax Collectors and Sinners

Jesus, the true Messiah, intentionally calls sinners like Matthew to follow Him, demonstrating His authority and compassion by transforming lives without requiring moral perfection first. He deliberately fellowship with tax collectors and sinners, not to condone sin, but to offer mercy and healing, revealing that His mission is to draw the broken to Himself, not the self-righteous. Despite opposition from religious leaders who judged His associations as inappropriate, Jesus affirms that He came not for the righteous, but for sinners in need of repentance, quoting Hosea to emphasize that God desires mercy over ritual sacrifice. The sermon underscores that true discipleship involves embracing others without prejudice, reflecting Christ's inclusive love that transcends social, moral, and cultural barriers. Ultimately, Jesus' example calls believers to mirror His heart by reaching out to the marginalized, recognizing that salvation is available to all who acknowledge their need, and that His authority extends to redeeming even the most broken lives.

1h 3m
May 31

Trust the One Who Created Us

The sermon centers on Psalm 119:73, emphasizing that human existence originates in God's creative hand and is sustained by His intentional design, as affirmed in Genesis and reinforced through anthropomorphic language that reveals God's sovereignty and personal involvement. It highlights that God not only made humanity but also fashioned and completed each person with purpose, establishing them for a life of trust, obedience, and glory to Him. The psalmist's plea for understanding to learn God's commandments arises from this foundational truth: if God created and perfected us, His Word is the ultimate source of wisdom and direction. The sermon calls believers to daily humility, consistent Scripture engagement, and intentional community in the Word, urging a life motivated not by self or recognition, but by the desire to honor God in all things, knowing that true fulfillment comes only through knowing and obeying Him.

42 min
May 24

What is Said About Your Faith?

The sermon centers on the transformative power of authentic faith, illustrated through Jesus healing a paralyzed man whose friends demonstrated extraordinary perseverance by lowering him through a roof to reach Christ. It emphasizes that genuine faith is revealed not in words alone but in sacrificial action, as seen in the men's persistent effort despite obstacles, which moved Jesus to forgive the man's sins and restore his body. The message contrasts this living faith with the hollow religiosity of the scribes and Pharisees, who, though well-versed in Scripture, rejected Jesus' authority and labeled His divine acts as blasphemy, revealing their hardened hearts. In contrast, the crowd's awe and glorification of God highlight how authentic Christian living—marked by love, humility, and service—can inspire others to recognize God's power and draw them to faith. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to live a life that testifies to Christ's work, knowing that while some will oppose or mock such faith, others will be drawn to God through the consistency and integrity of their witness.

48 min
May 24

What’s Better Than God’s Word?

The sermon centers on Psalm 119:72, affirming that God's Word—spoken directly from His mouth—is infinitely more valuable than any earthly treasure, such as gold or silver, because it reveals God's character, purpose, and will for humanity. It emphasizes that the Bible, as the inspired, breathed-out revelation of God, surpasses all other sources of truth, including general revelation in nature, by providing the definitive moral and spiritual guidance necessary for a life of worship and obedience. The preacher calls believers to prioritize God's Word through consistent personal Scripture reading, active participation in the gathered church, and intentional fellowship with other believers, all of which cultivate a deep, lasting affection for God's truth. Ultimately, the message is a pastoral exhortation to reorient one's desires and affections so that God's Word becomes more desirable than any earthly pleasure or possession, leading to a life of lasting satisfaction and spiritual fulfillment.

26 min
May 17

Jesus’ Interaction with the Lost

The sermon centers on the transformative power of Jesus Christ, illustrated through the healing of two demon-possessed men in the region of the Gerasenes, demonstrating that true salvation involves a radical inner renewal. It draws a profound connection between this biblical narrative and the spiritual condition of all humanity, emphasizing that all people—regardless of outward appearance—are lost in sin and in need of divine intervention, just as the men were enslaved to demons and lived in tombs. The passage reveals that even the demons, though they recognize Jesus as the Son of God and acknowledge His authority, refuse to submit to Him out of pride, highlighting the tragic reality of spiritual rebellion and the suppression of truth. Jesus alone possesses the power to cast out sin and demonic forces, restoring not only physical health but also a right mind and a new heart, enabling the formerly possessed man to sit at Jesus' feet in worship and devotion. The sermon concludes with a call to live as living testimonies of Christ's work, knowing that such a transformed life will inevitably draw both curiosity and resistance, but that the ultimate mission is to faithfully share the gospel, trusting God to draw people to Himself.

1h 3m
May 10

How is Affliction Seen As Good?

The sermon presents a transformative perspective on affliction, reframing it not as divine punishment but as divine discipline intended to deepen faith and conform believers to the image of Christ. Drawing from Psalm 119:71, it argues that suffering, though universally perceived as negative, is ultimately good because it reveals hidden sin, cultivates dependence on God, and produces spiritual maturity. The preacher emphasizes that affliction exposes the heart's hidden flaws, much like a trial reveals a person's true character, and that God uses these trials to refine believers, strengthen perseverance, and build enduring hope. Rather than seeking escape from hardship, the believer is called to trust God's redemptive purpose, knowing that temporary suffering is producing an eternal weight of glory. Ultimately, the message calls Christians to live as living testimonies of Christ's peace and grace, especially in trials, so that their lives—marked by forgiveness and resilience—become the most powerful witness to the gospel.

29 min
May 10

They Came to the Right Person With the wrong Faith

The sermon centers on the disciples' cry for help during a storm, highlighting the tension between their commendable act of seeking Jesus in crisis and their underlying lack of consistent faith. While their instinct to call upon Jesus in distress is right, the passage reveals a deeper issue: their faith is reactive rather than rooted in daily trust, revealing a pattern of approaching God only in desperation. The preacher emphasizes that true discipleship requires faithfulness not just in storms, but in everyday life, calling believers to cultivate a constant, unwavering reliance on Christ. Despite their feeble faith, Jesus responds with mercy, calming the storm and demonstrating His divine authority over nature, which points to His identity as the Son of God. The message culminates in a call to live with consistent faith—trusting God not only in trials, but in the ordinary moments—so that our lives reflect a deep, abiding relationship with Him, not merely transactional dependence.

46 min

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Creator

Creston Thomas
Years Active

2018 - 2026
Episodes

103
Rating

Clean
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