Jeff Lee's Sermons

No Condemnation for God's People Romans 8:1-11

What joy and hope is promised to God's people as we discover the reality that there is now no condemnation for us who are in Christ.  

Slaves of Righteousness Romans 6:15-23

We see tonight that who we serve will be our master.  When we faithfully respond to God's Word, we find that obedience actually is the path to freedom and life we desperately long for.

Hope for Struggling Sinners Romans 7:7-25

The battle of indwelling sin is a reality for all who seek to live faithfully.  While that battle will continue for the rest of our life, it does afford us a deeper understanding of God's mercy and grace for His people.

God's Grace and Our Sin - Romans 6

It seems a likely temptation that an increase in God's grace would encourage a greater likelihood of living in sin.  However, we discover in Romans 6:1-14 that the grace of God not only opposes a sinful lifestyle, but is actually our best hope for living faithfully.

Death in Adam, Life in Christ

In Romans 5:12-21 we see that all of humanity is found to be united to either Adam or Jesus.  To be in Adam leads to death, but to be in Christ is life.  Join us as we consider how Jesus is the true and better Adam who brings life to those who come to him by faith.

Justification by Faith - Romans 4

The Righteousness of God for Believers - Romans 3:21-31

Facing God's Judgment - Romans 2:1-11

The Wrath of God - Romans 1

God's wrath is a terrifying reality, but one that we need to understand if we are to truly embrace Christ.  While God's wrath is reveal from heaven against sin, His wrath has also been satisfied on the cross by the work of Christ.  

Justified by Faith - Romans 1

The righteous shall live by faith is the great theme of Romans, as well as the heart of the Christian faith.  Join us as we discover what this means as we begin our study in Romans.

The Resurrection Changes Everything - John 20

We conclude the fall semester's study by studying John 20 and Jesus' resurrection from the dead.

Raising Lazarus from the Dead - John 11

Sower and the Soils Matt 13

The Rich Man and Lazarus - Luke 16

Healing the Centurion's Servant - Luke 7

The drama of this miracle is not so much in the miracle itself, but in the interaction between a Roman Centurion and Jesus.  What is it that caused Jesus to marvel at his faith?  And how is it possible that a Roman Centurion is one who displays such humility and grace.  Join us as we dive in to this story.

The Prodigal's Brother - God's Grace for Self-Righteous Sinners

Tonight we consider the parable of the Prodigal Son through the lens of the elder brother and what his experience teaches us about ourselves and our relationship to God.

The Prodigal Son - God's Grace for Wayward Sinners

Nourishment for Hungry Souls - Feeding the 5000

Jesus not only feeds the 5000, but he offers eternal sustenance to feed hungry souls. 

God Loves to Answer Prayer! - Luke 18

Jesus urges us to pray, to pray often, and expectantly.  If a powerless widow receives justice from an unjust judge, how much more so should we expect to be heard by our Father in heaven.

The Forgiveness of Sin - Mark 2

A paralytic comes looking to be healed of his paralysis when Jesus surprises everyone by declaring the man's sins are forgiven.  Tonight we consider the significance of what that means for us as we come to Christ in faith.

The Upside Down Nature of God's Kingdom - Matt 20

Jesus' parables often surprise us and sometimes leave us feeling a little unsettled.  Today's passage will challenge us to consider our assumptions, our pride, and hopefully lead us to a place of humility in God's presence.  

A Wedding Worth Celebrating - John 2

Jesus' first miracle of changing water to wine has far more significance than what beverage is being served at a wedding.  It communicates to us the significance of who He is and the power of the Gospel.

Treasure in a Field - Matt 13

Tonight we are confronted with the joy and significance of discovering the Kingdom of Heaven

12. Elisha's Death - 2 Kings 13

Elisha's death brings an end to an era of the ministries of Elijah and Elisha.  Yet his death and the circumstances surrounding it point us to a prophet even greater than these two men who secures life eternal for those whose hope rests in Him.

11. Remarkable Deliverance 2 Kings 6:24-7:20

In a day of immense suffering and hardship, the Lord delivered His people in the most unexpected of ways through the most unexpected messengers.

10. Elisha and an Axe

A mundane day, an unnamed servant, and a remarkable miracle point us to the goodness and kindness of Christ for the weak and lowly.

9. Naaman and Elisha

The Gospel of grace humbles to realize all that we are, all that we have, and all that we aspire to be, is nothing before the Lord.  And in that place of humility, is exactly where He meets us with His transforming grace.

8. Grace and Justice - Hello Elisha!

The ministry of God's Word continues even after the departure of Elijah.  Elisha is the clear successor to Elijah's office as he executes faithful ministry to the Lord.

7. The End of an Era - Elijah's Departure

Elijah's ministry comes to a conclusion in dramatic fashion.  Join us as we consider the implications of Elijah's departure for our own lives.

6. God's Word Fulfilled - 1 Kings 22

For those who love the Lord, God's Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path.  However, for those who reject and spurn God's Word, darkness and destruction are sure and certain realities.  Tonight we see King Ahab reject God's Word leading to his ultimate destruction.  

5. The Queen's Gambit - 1 Kings 21

When Naboth refuses to sell the family's vineyard, Queen Jezebel takes matters into her own hands.  In an incredible act of injustice, we see God is not silent towards his faithful servants.  Vengeance belongs to the Lord and, while his timing is mysterious, He remains faithful and true.

4. Grace for the Weary

In a time of discouragement and disillusionment, God sustains Elijah providing the grace and mercy needed for faithful living.  

3. The Only God Worth Following

Tonight we turn our attention to 1 Kings 18 and the great battle between Elijah and the prophets of Baal.  We see once again that Yahweh is the only God worth following.

2. God the Provider

After confronting King Ahab, Elijah endures a series of trials where the provision of God is put of full display.

1. Who Rules? 1 Kings 16:29-17:7

Tonight we meet Elijah, called by God to confront King Ahab.  The question the Israelites (and us) will ultimately need to wrestle with is Who Rules?  Who Rules our life?  Do we turn to God in faith or will we continue trusting in the ways of this world.  

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - The Word of God

Peter tells in 2 Peter 1 that the realities of Christianity are not cleverly devised myths, but confirmed by those who were eyewitnesses of Jesus himself.  Not only were there eyewitnesses, but their written testimony confirms Old Testament prophecies that have been preserved for us through the Word of God.

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - Christian Identity

1 Peter 2 identifies the realities of what it means to be a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a people for God's possession.  Our identity in Christ is the foundation for these realities as Peter makes clear in 1 Peter 2:1-12.

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - Living Hope

While this life is filled with trials and tribulations, God has entrusted us with a living hope.  While its reality is currently felt in this life, we still long for the final fulfillment of that hope.  1 Peter 1:1-12 encourages us to see the eternal inheritance that is ours through Christ - our living hope!

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - Living Hope

While this life is filled with trials and tribulations, God has entrusted us with a living hope.  While its reality is currently felt in this life, we still long for the final fulfillment of that hope.  1 Peter 1:1-12 encourages us to see the eternal inheritance that is ours through Christ - our living hope!

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - Prayer

Prayer is one of the great privileges we have as followers of Christ.  Yet how often we neglect and overlook this gift of God.  With simplicity and clarity, James 5:13-20  leads us to see both the privilege and duty that we have in prayer.

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World - Prayer

Prayer is one of the great privileges we have as followers of Christ.  Yet how often we neglect and overlook this gift of God.  With simplicity and clarity, James 5:13-20  leads us to see both the privilege and duty that we have in prayer.

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World: Heavenly Wisdom

James contrasts two types of wisdom - one earthly, one heavenly that play a significant role in our lives and relationships.  In this message we consider the destructive ends of earthly wisdom and peaceful fruit that accompanies the wisdom from above. 

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World: The Power of Words James 3

James warns us about the power of words and calls us to guard our speech.  It's easy to overlook the damage our words can do and to neglect to use our speech to build others up. 

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World: Faith and Good Works

James 2 warns us that faith without works is dead.  Tonight we consider the relationship between faith and good works as we are called to live faithfully.

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World: Trials James 1:1-18

Afflictions, hardships, and trials are facts of life for believers and unbelievers alike.  Living faithfully, even joyfully, in the midst of these trials requires godly wisdom that only god can provide.  

Living Faithfully in a Hostile World: Mission of RUF - Jude 17-25

Jude exhorts us to continue growing in our faith even as the world around us seems to be sliding further and further away.  Living faithfully in these times requires us to be ever aware of the opportunity to share the Gospel while guarding ourselves from the destructive patterns of sin.

12. Life of Moses: Living in God's Presence

Whether our life is in a period of transition or things are stable, we need to seek the presence of God in all that we do.  Moses refuses to move forward without God's faithful presence and we need to exercise that same faith.

11. Life of Moses: Golden Calves and Idols of the Heart

How quickly the Israelites abandon their covenant promises and worship a golden calf.  Yet we find our hearts are too easily lured to worship the created rather than the creator.

10. Life of Moses: The Blood of the Covenant

God uses covenant ceremonies to establish His relationship with his people.  Exodus 24 shows us the reality that without the shedding of blood, there is no forgivness.  

9. Life of Moses: The Canaanite Problem Exodus 23

God's promise to deliver the Israelites by driving out their enemies, presents a problem for many believers.  We'll explore the justice and mercy of God as it pertains to the Canaanites.