Sermons Archive - Redemption Hill Church

Happy Father’s Day! Now Go Pray

Prayer is essential for being a father. But prayer is possible because of the faithfulness of God the heavenly Father.

A Remedy for Weary Children

One of the most beloved passages in the Bible is Matthew 11:25-30. Jesus says, "Come to me" if you want to find rest. In a world of weariness, we must learn the importance of rest.

From Slavery to Solidarity

In the book of Exodus, we read how God led his people out of slavery in Egypt. But Hebrews 2 shows us a greater exodus from the power of sin.

Pentecost for Today

All Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter. But what about Pentecost? Why do so many churches neglect the moment when the church of Christ was born? Listen or watch to learn more.

The Conquering King-Priest

From Psalm 110, we see more than words that applied to the time of David. We see that Jesus is the conquering King and Priest.

The Supremacy of Christ and the Submission of Creation

Hebrews 2:5-9 quotes Psalm 8, and in both passages, we read how God created a world for man to take dominion under the authority of King Jesus.

Warning: Do Not Drift!

From Hebrews 2:1-4 we read of a warning to not neglect the salvation given to us by God. We must take steps not to drift.

The Supremacy of Christ Over All Things

Hebrews 1:2-3 are tremendous verses that describe Christ and the redemption of God's people through Christ. Listen to learn more from the sermon series, God Has Spoken.

God Has Spoken

God has spoken, and he continues to speak. Therefore, it is essential to try to block out the noise that distracts from hearing from God. Learn more as we begin a new sermon series through the Book of Hebrews called God Has Spoken.

The Resurrected Christ Revealed

Did Jesus rise from the dead? The preponderance of evidence suggests he did. However, what is more important is that he chose to reveal himself in the resurrection.

A Temple to be Cleansed

The Jewish temple was a big deal. It is the place of worship for the Jews. You will see that Jesus calls himself the temple. And finally, the church - the New Testament people of God - is a temple. We do not need to go to a temple to worship, but we are called to worship God with our lives.

Present and Future Glory

God is at work to root out sin, restore order, and reestablish his kingdom of glory. Learn more from Romans 8.

The Sanctified Life

What does Peter mean when he says the Holy Spirit sanctifies God’s people? The process of sanctification is for Christians who have been set apart by God to increasingly become more like Christ.

Adoption and Assurance

Earthly adoptions are a powerful metaphor for spiritual adoptions. With earthly adoptions, we see a glimpse of a greater divine adoption, and the assurance of salvation comes with divine adoption. Learn more as we look at Ephesians 1:3-6. You can find more content from Redemption Church at www.redemptionhilldsm.org and www.cornfieldtheology.com.

Declared “Not Guilty”

The doctrine of justification is what God says to a sinner "Not Guilty." But how can this declaration even be made? Romans 3:21-26 gives us the answer. Watch or listen as we continue our sermon series, The Grace of Salvation.

The Path of Revival

A lot of people are talking about revival right now. But what is revival, and should Christians pursue revival? Take a listen to learn more from Mark 1:15.

Born from Above

John 3:16 is one of the most beloved passages in the Bible. But how are we to understand this passage in context? Take a watch or listen to learn more.

The Effectual Calling of the Father

You cannot understand the grace of God in salvation until you understand the depths of your sin. When you understand the depths of your sin, you see the grace in God's effectual calling.

The One True God

In 1 Kings, Elijah confronts king Ahab about idolatry, and then, seemingly up against the odds, Elijah prays to God to demonstrate his sovereignty over Baal.

A Summary of the Sermon on the Mount

After over 30 messages on the Sermon on the Mount, pastor Rob Lane lands the plane summarizing the teachings of Christ from Matthew 5-7.

The Holiness of God

Isaiah has a vision, and in his vision, he sees the holiness of God. The holiness of God has ramifications displayed at the cross of Jesus.

Build Your House On The Rock

Several times in Matthew 7, Jesus confronts us with two choices. In his last illustration, the choices are to build your house on sand or The Rock.

Devoted to Christ in a Negative World

The American culture has become increasingly hostile to Christianity. However, Christians have every reason to hope because of Christ. In this sermon, listen to a specific diagnosis of culture, along with the solution from Colossians 2.

The Shepherd’s First Christmas

Christmas is a time of awe and wonder. But did you ever wonder why the shepherds were the first to see Jesus after he was born? Listen to hear about the shepherd's first Christmas.

The Awe and Wonder of Christmas (Part 3)

We read in Matthew 2, "Out of Egypt I have called my Son." Matthew is quoting the prophet Hosea, who references the exodus of God's people from slavery in Egypt. Matthew uses this phrase to speak about a greater exodus through Christ. Listen or watch to learn more.

The Awe and Wonder of Christmas (Part 2)

The Magnificat is a beautiful song of praise. It tells us about the mercy and righteousness of God. Take a listen to learn how this song is rooted and Scripture and is meant for you to sing.

The Awe and Wonder of Christmas (Part 1)

It is the Christmas season which means it is time to celebrate the birth of Christ. But how can we continue to be in awe of Christmas?

Beware!

Beware of false prophets (and teachers)! In this sermon, warning signs are identified, and practical ways are given to ensure the local church leader does not become a false prophet and teacher.

The Golden Rule

Many people (including our politicians!) claim to follow the Golden Rule. But what does Jesus mean when he teaches us about the Golden Rule. Watch or listen to find out.

The Crux of Judging: What Does Jesus Mean?

Perhaps the most difficult passage to interpret in the Sermon on the Mount is Matthew 7:1-6 on judging others. In this sermon Pastor Rob teaches the crux of judging.

Fighting Against Anxiety

Everyone battles anxiety, but God provides the grace and mercy to overcome anxiety. Learn more from Matthew 6:25-34.

The Honorable Life

Jesus places us at a fork in the road and asks us to choose either the honorable life or the duplicitous life. Will you store up treasure in heaven or treasures on this earth? Will you serve God or wealth? Jesus tests the heart in Matthew 6:19-24.

The Grace of Fasting

Fasting is a spiritual discipline taught by Christ in his Sermon on the Mount. But why should Christians fast? Should Christians fast from food only? In this sermon, hear more about the grace of fasting.

Counsel the Word: Why are you Angry?

Everyone has been angry. But anger is not a mere outward reaction but a problem in the heart. Listen to learn more about anger from Genesis 4.

Temptation and Deliverance

Jesus teaches us how to pray in Matthew 6. In this last petition, we learn why we need to pray to be kept from temptation and delivered from evil.

Biblical Forgiveness

Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of Christianity is extending forgiveness just as God has forgiven. In this sermon pastor Shawn opens up to Matthew 6 and the Lord's Prayer to discuss a biblical view of forgiveness.

We Exist for Worship

Why do you exist? What does it mean to worship? In this sermon, we look at Romans 12:1-2 to answer these questions.

For All of the Des Moines Metro

In this sermon pastor Shawn looks at Genesis 12 and explores what it means to be a local church that has been blessed by God and that is now called to be a blessing to the community. Watch or listen to learn more.

For All of Life

The call of Christ is to invest in the present for the future. In this sermon, pastor Shawn takes you to Deuteronomy 6 to talk about what it means to go "all in" for Christ while leaving behind a Christian legacy.

All of Christ

What does it mean for a Christian to declare Jesus is "all of life?" In this sermon, we take a look at Colossians 3:1-11 to see why Christ is all, and in all.

Our Daily Bread

Jesus teaches us to pray to the Father for daily bread. But what is your "daily bread?" In this sermon, pastor Rob Lane opens up to the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:11 to show us why Christ teaches us to pray this way.

Praying About The Kingdom (Part 2)

Jesus teaches us to pray, "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10). So what does it mean for the kingdom of heaven to be on earth? Listen to learn more.

Our Father – The Lord’s Prayer (Part 1)

As we continue going through The Sermon on the Mount, we slow down to look at how and what to pray. Take a listen or watch to hear what Jesus says about prayer.

Living As Exiles

An Audience of One

Jesus says that Christians should not be hypocrites. In doing so, Jesus points out giving and prayer. To learn more, listen to the latest from the sermon series on the Sermon on the Mount. This sermon is from Matthew 6:1-6.

Loving Your Enemies

Perhaps the most challenging command from Christ is to love your enemies. From Matthew 5:43-48, the Lord Jesus tells his followers to not just love the people closest to them but to love those who may intend to harm them. Even more, Christ calls his followers to pray for those persecuting them. Listen or watch to learn more.

Denying the Self

Turn the other cheek. Give away your coat. And go the extra mile. What do these phrases have to do with the Christian faith? Listen to this sermon from Matthew 5:38-42 to learn more.

Keeping Your Word

From Matthew 5:33-37, pastor Rob Lane helps us to understand the importance of making sure your yes is yes, and your no is no.

Fighting for Marriage

The Pharisaical teaching on divorce created a bunch of cowardly men who did not own their responsibility to care for their wife. Jesus corrects theirs, and our, understanding of marriage and divorce. Take a listen to Matthew 5:31-32 to learn more as we continue through our series on The Sermon on the Mount.

New Covenant Baptism

Just like the topic of the Lord’s Table, the subject of baptism can spark debate between denominations, churches, and friends. The oversimplification of the debate is this: is baptism conferred after a child is born, or is baptism for a person who has first made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ? Does the Bible affirm paedobaptism or credobaptism? In this sermon, I attempt to answer the questions.