Mosaic Silver Spring
226 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago -Sermons preached at Mosaic Community Church in Silver Spring, MD.
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Growing in Generosity
August 22, 2022 02:59 - 28 minutes - 15.3 MBActs 2:42-47 -- With the pouring out of the Holy Spirit, the church begins its growth by the thousands as people heard and believed the news of the resurrected Jesus. As people turned to God in faith, they not only worshipped through the word, prayer, and fellowship, but also through their generosity. We can be challenged as a church to grow in maturity through our giving as we trust in the God who graciously gave us all things through his Son.
Growing in Vocation
August 15, 2022 02:56 - 20 minutes - 11.6 MBMatthew 6:19-24 -- Jesus warns against the dangers of loving money, as it affects who we ultimately worship. In this warning we find guidance on how we approach our work, whether it is a career or the way we spend our time on a daily basis. Jesus gives us a picture of true, heavenly treasure to strive for, which is ultimately found in Him.
Growing in Service
August 08, 2022 02:49 - 23 minutes - 12.6 MBRomans 12:1-8 -- Paul spends the first eleven chapters of his letter expounding on God’s plan of salvation, ending with praises of wonder and amazement. In light of all of these things, Paul then calls the church to reorient their lives that they may glorify God in the way that they live. As those transformed by the work of Christ, we grow and mature as Christians through our service to one another.
Song of Love
August 01, 2022 02:42 - 27 minutes - 14.1 MBPsalm 118:1-29 -- The steadfast love of God endures forever. That is this psalm’s hook for God’s people to remember throughout the difficulties of life. God is guiding us through the gates of righteousness to bring us to our heavenly home.
Song of Hope
July 25, 2022 02:38 - 29 minutes - 15 MBPsalm 67:1-7 -- The psalmist here looks forward to a future where all people are gathered to worship God. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the people of God expands from one nation to all who turn to Him in faith.
Song of Repentance
July 18, 2022 02:35 - 30 minutes - 15.5 MBPsalm 51:1-19 -- In light of previous sin, David approaches God honestly. Instead of shying away or trying to make less of his transgressions, he calls out to God, asking for mercy and forgiveness. Because of the work of Jesus, we too can cry out with hope: God has freely forgiven us by faith as we are united to Christ.
Song of Praise
July 11, 2022 02:29 - 30 minutes - 15.8 MBPsalm 30:1-12 -- David here provides a model of trusting in God and praising him in all circumstances. As David sings of God's deliverance, we today can continue these songs knowing the salvation we have in Jesus.
Song of Care
July 03, 2022 19:03 - 28 minutes - 38.1 MBPsalm 23:1-6 -- King David uses the imagery of a shepherd to display God’s love for his people. God’s care involves basic care for our daily needs, protective care in the midst of difficulty or suffering, and eternal care as he leads us toward our heavenly home. We can sing this song of God’s care in all circumstances of life.
Following the King Whole-Heartedly
June 27, 2022 03:54 - 31 minutes - 19.4 MBRevelation 3:14-22 -- Though the church of Sardis were physically wealthy and lacked nothing, they failed to recognize their spiritual need, and thus were “Luke-warm” and unusable. King Jesus calls them to humility, to recognize their need and find hope in the true riches of heaven.
Following the King to Eternity
June 20, 2022 03:51 - 29 minutes - 17.5 MBRevelation 3:7-13 -- Jesus calls the church of Philadelphia to persevere with eternity in mind. Though they were faithful, they began to feel disillusioned because the end has not yet come. Jesus reminds us that He is active and at work for Christians even today.
Following the King Toward Life
June 13, 2022 03:47 - 29 minutes - 17.5 MBRevelation 3:1-6 -- Jesus calls the church of Sardis to wake up. Though they had the appearance of faithfulness, they were spiritually dead. It is only in Jesus that those who are dead can come to life.
Following the King in Truth
June 06, 2022 03:32 - 31 minutes - 17.5 MBRevelation 2:18-29-- The church in Thyatira excelled in loving others, yet they began to slip away from the truth. King Jesus calls them to persevere with an eternal perspective in mind.
Following the King Against Temptation
May 30, 2022 03:28 - 26 minutes - 14.7 MBRevelation 2:12-17 -- The church in Pergamum faced many pressures during their day. King Jesus calls them to remain faithful in following Him.
Following the King Through Suffering
May 22, 2022 16:38 - 30 minutes - 16.8 MBRevelation 2:8-11 -- Jesus writes to a church who has faced persecution already, and will face more to come. Yet in the midst of this, he calls them to courage — to pursue faithfulness knowing the hope of true life in Christ. Jesus calls his church to hope in the future crown of victory given to us in Christ.
Following the King in Truth and Love
May 15, 2022 17:22 - 27 minutes - 16.1 MBRevelation 2:1-7 -- The church in Ephesus was praised as one who upheld truth to the world around them. Despite this, they strayed away from loving their neighbors. King Jesus challenges them to pursue faithfulness by displaying the same love they receive in Jesus.
The Victorious King
May 08, 2022 10:38 - 29 minutes - 16.1 MBRevelation 1:1-20 -- John receives a vision of Jesus, who comes as the victorious Son of Man. Here he is commanded to send messages to seven churches of Asia Minor and encouraging them to pursue faithfulness.
Hope of the Resurrection
April 17, 2022 18:37 - 30 minutes - 15.7 MBJohn 20:1-18 -- In Jesus' resurrection, hope is offered to all. It gives us the security of knowing that God makes good on his promises, and it transforms us to live as a new humanity, faithful to God.
Victory through Sacrifice
April 10, 2022 18:27 - 26 minutes - 14.3 MBJohn 12:12-36 -- Jesus entered into Jerusalem to accomplish God's plan of redemption. Despite his disciples' expectations, Jesus accomplishes God's plan through shameful sacrifice. This gives us hope, knowing that God is present even when our circumstances betray our expectations.
Freedom to Love
April 04, 2022 01:40 - 15 minutes - 8.31 MB1 Corinthians 8:1-13 -- In our union in Christ and one another, there is freedom from the rules and regulations of the mosaic law. However, a proper understanding of our freedom means that we are ultimately free to sacrifice our comforts for the sake of others, that all may be built up and grow to be more like Jesus.
Display of Genuine Love
March 28, 2022 01:46 - 27 minutes - 15 MBRomans 12:9-21 -- In this portion of Paul's letter, he gives us concrete examples of what Christian love looks like. In all of these things, we see a picture of the love of Christ and his commitment to us
God's Spirit That Transforms
March 20, 2022 16:13 - 30 minutes - 16.8 MBRomans 8:1-11 -- Despite the grim reality of sin, Christians have hope in the grace of God that transforms. Through His Spirit, there is a guarantee that Christians will be made new by faith to grow and become more like Jesus.
God's Work of Redemption
March 13, 2022 16:14 - 26 minutes - 15.5 MBGalatians 2:15-21 -- Paul writes to refocus the church on God's work of redemption. Christians are justified, or seen good enough, not because of anything they bring to the table, but only on God's free offer of grace found in his Son.
God's Choice To Redeem
March 06, 2022 15:45 - 29 minutes - 16.6 MBEphesians 1:3-10 -- Paul opens his letter to the church and praises God. Before the foundation of the world, God has chosen those whom he redeemed, and secured salvation through his Son. We have the assurance that by faith, our future is secure.
Family of Faith
February 27, 2022 16:28 - 20 minutes - 11.5 MBHebrews 11:32-12:2 -- The author of Hebrews reminds us that we are a part of a history of redemption that stretches back to the beginning of time. As we journey through the difficulties of life, we have hope that Christ brings joins us together into this history of faith, and secures our eternal future.
Family Matters
February 20, 2022 17:29 - 31 minutes - 17 MB1 Corinthians 12:1-31 -- God has established the church to be a community of faith, not a gathering of individuals. As the source of all gifts and abilities, God calls the church to function as one body, allowing all parts of the body to use their gifts for the benefit of the church.
Representation Matters
February 14, 2022 03:45 - 26 minutes - 14.5 MBRomans 5:12-21 -- Paul challenges the church to recognize that we are not neutral agents. Because of our ancestor Adam, all of humanity wrestles with sin. Yet in Jesus, we can find true righteousness before God.
Created For a Purpose
February 06, 2022 18:38 - 34 minutes - 18.4 MBGenesis 1:26-2:3 -- God created the heavens, the earth, and all that is within them. Yet the most important aspect of creation was creating humanity, both male and female. We are created in God’s image, which gives us dignity as well as a purpose: we are called to represent God in all that that we do. We find ultimate hope in the God who became human, who helps us return to our true calling as image bearers.
Love's Legacy
January 31, 2022 03:59 - 29 minutes - 17.8 MBRuth 4:1-22 -- Boaz approaches the redeemer closer to Elimelech and asks him to fulfill his duties as a kinsman-redeemer. When the nameless one foregoes his duty, Boaz gladly bears the cost of redeeming Elimelech’s line. God worked through Boaz to provide all that Naomi needed, and gives us a picture of his continuing work of provision and redemption for God’s people with King David. Even more broadly, God fulfills his promise to redeem all of creation through the greater king Jesus, who cam...
Love in Intimacy
January 23, 2022 17:48 - 31 minutes - 17.1 MBRuth 3:1-18 -- Ruth approaches Boaz during the middle of the night to ask him to fulfill his role as the kinsman-redeemer. Boaz responds with joy in her request, yet recognizes some complications in their current plan. God’s hand was at work to not only bring honor to Ruth as a worthy woman, but also restore Naomi’s misfortune.
Love That Protects
January 16, 2022 17:37 - 26 minutes - 15.5 MBRuth 2:1-23 -- Ruth goes out to the fields to gather grain for her and Naomi. She encounters Boaz, who after hearing about her reputation, lavishes her with provisions and protection. God’s hand was at work to bring these two together as an act of love and blessing toward Naomi. Both Ruth and Boaz embody a god-like love in their protection and care.
Love in the Midst of Lament
January 10, 2022 03:46 - 30 minutes - 17.5 MBRuth 1:1-22 -- As we begin the story of Ruth, we are met with tragic loss. Naomi's husband and two children have died, and thus her security and future are all lost. In the midst of her lament, her daughter-in-law, Ruth clings to her. Ruth embodies Christ like commitment in the face of loss, which gives us a picture of hope, even in our darkest moments.
The Richness Of God's Law
January 02, 2022 19:22 - 26 minutes - 13.8 MBPsalm 19:1-14 -- The Psalmist shows us how all of creation points us to God. However, as people made in God's image, we have a greater source of knowing God: the word of God found in the law. We have hope in the word of God made flesh who makes clear all that we need to know about God and his plan of redemption.
Future Hope In the Living God
December 26, 2021 19:19 - 26 minutes - 14.7 MBIsaiah 65:17-25 -- Isaiah gives us a picture of the New Heavens and New Earth, a promise to God’s people of a future where perfect peace is actualized. In light of this promise, we are called to live faithfully as kingdom citizens today, as we anticipate the reality that is to come when Jesus returns.
Hoping For The Arrival Of God
December 19, 2021 09:26 - 24 minutes - 13.5 MBIsaiah 9:1-7 -- God's promise of deliverance is not found in political maneuvering, or technological advancements. Instead, his victory arrives through his Son. We have security today knowing that our ultimate hope is outside of ourselves.
Hoping in the Midst of Struggle
December 13, 2021 03:59 - 27 minutes - 14.4 MBIsaiah 43:1-7 -- Even in the midst of difficulty, God promises his people that he is watching over them. He beckons them to trust and to not be afraid, for the coming Savior will protect them. Jesus, the savior who arrived two thousand years ago, extends this promise to all peoples from all corners of the earth. By faith, we have hope of his presence today, as well as a hope for a future where we will be safe in the presence of God for all of eternity.
Hoping in the Midst of Distraction
December 05, 2021 15:40 - 29 minutes - 16.4 MBIsaiah 45:14-46:13 -- God calls his people to turn away from false idols and to himself. The created statues and images that they worshipped could not save, protect, or provide. Yet the LORD does. While we do not have statues of gold or precious metals, we are called to turn away from the false promises of this world and turn toward the resurrected savior, Jesus Christ.
Hope For the Justice Of God
November 28, 2021 15:16 - 28 minutes - 15.1 MBIsaiah 11:1-11 -- The prophet Isaiah prophesied about someone who comes from the lineage of King David. He will establish an everlasting peace in the world -- one that shows tangible difference across all of creation. As we wrestle with the realities of sin and injustice around the world, we are called to wait upon King Jesus who will return to bring that peace into a reality.
The Mission Of The Beloved
November 21, 2021 16:18 - 29 minutes - 15.3 MBMatthew 10:1-15 -- Jesus Sends out his twelve Apostles to proclaim that the kingdom of God is at hand. In this, we have a picture of faithfulness for us to share about God’s kingdom through word and deed.
The Rest Of The Beloved
November 14, 2021 14:43 - 29 minutes - 15.3 MBMatthew 12:1-14 -- Jesus teaches the disciples about true rest that reorients people toward the path that leads to eternal life. This is in contrast to the religious leaders who sought to focus on specific rules and behaviors.
Posture Of The Beloved
November 07, 2021 20:53 - 28 minutes - 14.8 MBMatthew 6:124-34 -- Jesus reassures his followers that even in the midst of anxiety, God is present and provides all that they need. By faith, we can respond to that assurance with obedience and seeking his kingdom.
Living As The Beloved
November 01, 2021 02:37 - 26 minutes - 13.4 MBMatthew 6:1-24 -- Jesus redefines faithfulness to mean something beyond superficial behaviors. Instead of doing good to earn love, we can do good because of the love God given to us by grace.
The Different Way Of The Beloved
October 24, 2021 14:07 - 27 minutes - 13.7 MBMatthew 5:43-48 -- Jesus gives us a series of Antitheses — you have heard it said… but I say to you. In this, Jesus challenges his disciples to extend love beyond the superficial toward a costly love that reflects his love for us.
The Place Where God Lives
October 17, 2021 15:09 - 26 minutes - 13.4 MBGenesis 27:41; 28:10-22 -- Throughout his life, Jacob encounters God in moments of weakness in a place named Bethel. Today, we as the church no longer need to journey to a particular place to encounter God because he now dwells in us by faith.
The Status Of The Beloved
October 11, 2021 02:43 - 30 minutes - 15.5 MBMatthew 5:1-16 -- Jesus climbs up a mountain side and begins speaking God's truth to the people. He opens up with a proper understanding of blessedness, and calls those who turn to him in faith to live as salt and light.
This Is My Beloved
October 03, 2021 14:24 - 27 minutes - 14.5 MBMatthew 3:1-17 -- John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus to arrive by calling for all of Israel to repent and turn to the Living God. Christians can have hope in that by faith, they can be called children of God, with whom God is well pleased.
Loving Christ As a First Importance
September 26, 2021 15:02 - 27 minutes - 15 MB1 Corinthians 15:1-11-- Paul writes to the Corinthian church to reorient them to the importance of the death and resurrection to Jesus. It was what all of the apostles consistently taught, even he himself. The central message and the only hope of the church is in Jesus.
Loving the Place We Are In
September 19, 2021 16:56 - 20 minutes - 10.9 MBActs 16:6-15 -- The Holy Spirit leads Paul and his companions away from Asia and towards Macedonia. Although it was not a part of their initial plan, they trusted in God’s calling and sought to be faithful wherever God has placed them. This is a challenge for the church to continue to pursue missions locally, wherever they may be.
Loving the People in Our Lives
September 12, 2021 14:15 - 25 minutes - 14 MBLuke 10:25-37 -- Jesus gives a parable to the religious leaders to teach them about loving their neighbors. Surprising to the audience, Jesus expands the definition of neighbor to anyone they encounter in their lives. This is a challenge to us to love others in the way that Jesus calls us to.
Loving Others in Word and Deed
September 05, 2021 14:09 - 33 minutes - 18.8 MBMark 2:1-12 -- In Jesus' ministry on earth, he not only preached of the kingdom of God, but brought about physical healing to those who were sick. We see in Mark 2 a model for us to live faithfully by speaking truth AND seeking the material good of others.
Covenant Hope
August 30, 2021 03:51 - 30 minutes - 16.2 MBJeremiah 31:31-34 -- God speaks to the prophet Jeremiah, looking forward to a coming day when a new covenant will be made with God's people. This covenant builds upon the previous commitments God has made, and highlights God's faithfulness, even after a long history of disobedience.