http://www.htcchicago.org Holy Trinity Church - Chicago Podcasts en Holy Trinity Church - Chicago Podcasts Holy Trinity Church - Chicago no HTC West Side Sermons jungsunm@gmail.com ℗ & © 2012 Holy Trinity Church - Chicago 720 In Peter's message at the Pentecost, he points his listeners to the identity of Jesus as the Son of God. He exhorts us, therefore, to call on His name and be saved. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-identity-of-our-savior http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20120129wskeacts2-14-36.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:35:10 GMT Kyle Edwards The Book of Acts: Quickening the Core sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,acts_2,identity,jesus,messiah,authority During the Feast of Pentecost, God gives the disciples the promised Holy Spirit, empowering them to preach the Gospel and be his witnesses. The account in Acts then gives us an understanding of who the Holy Spirit is, and how we are to respond. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/a-gift-delivered http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20120122wskeacts21-13.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:22:19 GMT Kyle Edwards The Book of Acts: Quickening the Core sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,acts_2,holy_spirit,spirit,tongues,gospel In the aftermath of Jesus' death, the disciples gather to appoint a new apostle in place of Judas. In this decision, we see that prayer acknowledges our dependence on God, through the Scriptures, and that that dependence results in God's will being done. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/praying-to-depend http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20120115wsolacts112-26.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 18:30:33 GMT Oscar Leiva The Book of Acts: Quickening the Core sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,acts_1,prayer,dependence,scripture,will Addressing disciples cowering in fear after his crucifixion, Jesus gives them, and us, four things. He gives them peace, a confidence in who He is and in their experiences, a confidence of His identity in Scripture, and a mission to proclaim the word of salvation. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/what-jesus-gives-us http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20120101wsolluke24-36-49.mp3 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:26:53 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,luke_24,peace,confidence,experience,mission,word http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/luke-21-7 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111225wsdhluke21-7.wav Sun, 25 Dec 2011 23:36:20 GMT David Helm Stand Alone Messages sermon,christmas_day_service,david_helm,luke_2 In this passage, three vignettes of Jesus' early life point to the Kingship Christ claims on our lives. Our response, then, is to actively and joyfully accept the victory and protection in Him. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/kingship-of-christ http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111218wskematthew2-13-23.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:12:02 GMT Kyle Edwards Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,matthew_2,advent,christmas,king,victory We're often lead to believe that Matthew 2 is about three kings. But in reality, it is a portrait of two kings: one cruel and despotic, and the other good and glorious. And like the magi in the passage, we're called to worship the true King, Jesus Christ. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/tale-of-two-kings http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111211wsolmatthew2-1-12.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 18:22:59 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,matthew_2,advent,christmas,king,worship After laying out Jesus' lineage, Matthew returns to the story of Christ's birth. The doctrine of the Virgin Birth is central to the inerrancy of the Word and to Jesus' ability to take our sins to the Cross. It demands, therefore, our obedience and our lives. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/our-response-to-the-virgin-birth http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111204wsrematthew1-18-25.mp3 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:24:24 GMT Rodney Espiritu Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,rodney_espiritu,advent,hope,immanuel,virgin_birth,mary Matthew begins his book, not with a traditionally compelling opening, but a genealogy. In this list of names, however, we see that Jesus bears the lineage of a king, and it is this king we worship this season. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-lineage-of-the-king http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111127wsolmatthew11-18.mp3 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 18:33:46 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,matthew_1,king,advent,christmas In the final section of the letter to the Romans, Paul reiterates the themes with which he opened the letter. Paul again declares that his mission is to proclaim the Gospel that leads to obedience, all for the glory of God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/preaching-the-gospel-that-leads-to-obedience http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111120wsolromans1625-27.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 18:36:52 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_16,obedience,faith,gospel Toward the end of his letter to the church, Paul demonstrates his intimate relationships with his co-workers in Christ. Through this, he underscores the importance of what relationships should be in the church. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/relational-work-of-the-gospel http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111113wskeromans161-23.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 18:31:26 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_16,gospel,relationships,division,support In this passage, Paul explains two ways in which the church in Rome can serve. He begins by illustrating that financially supporting the other members of the body is a form of fellowship, which is the fullness of the blessings of Christ. He then exhorts the church in Rome to strive in prayer on his behalf, taking part in the Gospel work of God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/supporting-the-mission-of-god http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111106wsolromans1522-33.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 23:50:39 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_15,fellowship,prayer,gospel,financial,money,support Paul addresses disagreements in the church ranging from eating meat sacrificed to idols to observing religious days by stressing that we've all been welcomed and loved by God. As such, he writes, we are not to let the non-essentials divide us and keep us from honoring God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/in-the-gospel-unity http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111016wsolromans141-23.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 19:03:53 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_14,gospel,goal,non-essentials,essentials,divisions,disagreements In this passage, Paul commands us to put on the Lord Jesus Christ and to love others, while putting off the ways of darkness. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/waking-to-put-on-christ-and-love http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111009wsolromans138-14.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:27:09 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_13,love,law,waking_up Paul continues on offering practical advice on how to live as a living sacrifice by admonishing his readers and us today to live in submission to earthly authorities. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/submit-to-authorities-submit-to-god http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20111002wsolromans131-7.mp3 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 00:10:15 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_13,gospel,goal,submit,authorities,law,rule,obey Paul writes on ways for us to live as a living sacrifice through our rectitude, energy, love, and endurance. And though it seems to be a list of commands, we are reminded that these things follow the grace we have received in Christ. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-mark-of-a-christian-love http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20110925wskeromans129-21.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:18:05 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_12,love,sacrifice,endurance,energy,rectitude Does God hear us? Isaiah addresses this question in a time of injustice by pointing to the guilt and inequity of Israel, arguing that their "iniquities have made a separation between [them] and God." And powerless as Israel, and as we are, we must turn to the Redeemer, God Himself in Christ, who brings us and our world true justice. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-road-to-justice-and-righteousness http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/20110904wsolisaiah59.mp3 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 18:22:57 GMT Oscar Leiva The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,isaiah_59,redeemer,sin,justice,injustice Our greatest need is met in the substitutionary work of Christ, who is the suffering servant. But contrary to conventional wisdom, Isaiah writes that this servant will be high and lifted up. In light of Christ's work, we are called to come to Him and worship. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-exalted-suffering-servant http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110828wskeisaiah5213-5312.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:36:48 GMT Kyle Edwards The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,isaiah_52,isaiah_53,redemption,road,suffering,servant,exalted,substitute,gospel Isaiah speaks of the descendant of Jesse who would bring peace and justice in a time of turmoil and injustice. But the king to whom he refers, Jesus, brings perfect peace and justice, and we are called to follow and imitate Him. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-king-of-justice-and-peace http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110821wskeisaiah11.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 17:14:09 GMT Kyle Edwards The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,isaiah_11,king,justice,peace,hope,redemption Jeremiah speaks against the rulers of the day, who failed to care for the people, and contrasts them to good shepherds that the Lord will appoint. But Jeremiah then speaks of a greater Shepherd, the righteous Branch, who will be in very nature righteous and will reign in justice and wisdom. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-righteous-rule-of-the-shepherd-king http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110814wsoljeremiah231-8.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:26:06 GMT Oscar Leiva The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,jeremiah_23,king,shepherd,leader,righteous,branch Psalm 2 speaks of the world's rebellion and the judgment that awaits it at the hands of God's Anointed, Jesus Christ. We are therefore called to submit to His authority, rule, and blessing. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/reign-of-the-lords-anointed http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110807wsolpsalm2.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:30:48 GMT Oscar Leiva The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,psalm_2,road,redemption,king,rebellion,rule In this passage, David wants to build God a home, but God instead promises that He would make David into a house that would bring Israel undeserved peace. This promise, though, points forward to Christ, in whom we have an unequaled and eternal peace. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/promise-of-eternal-peace http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110731wske2samuel71-17.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:21:43 GMT Kyle Edwards The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,2_samuel_7,promise,rest,peace,david The books of Genesis and Revelation serve not only as bookends to Scripture, but as the promise and fulfillment of that promise in Jesus. In our attempt to gain our own freedom, we became enslaved to sin. But in Christ, we have true freedom and the promise of final victory, and therefore we're called to endure. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-freedom-from-our-rebellion http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110703wskegenesis315.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 01:49:50 GMT Kyle Edwards The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,genesis,revelation,freedom,victory,slavery,sin,conquer If we see the Old Testament only as a collection of stories, laws, or history, we are on a branch of the main road, and not the road itself. The common road of the Old Testament, rather underlines humanity's desperate need of being rescued and points to Jesus who gives us life. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/all-scripture-bears-witness-to-christ http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110626wsoljohn530-47.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:34:27 GMT Oscar Leiva The Road of Redemption: The Old Testament Bearing Witness to God's Anointed sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,john_5,redemption,road,scripture,old_testament,christ,witness In these two verses, Paul shifts from his courtroom defense of doctrine to an exhortation of living a life of worship. The call to be a living sacrifice is a total one, demanding our whole lives and all that we are. However, it is through the Word of God and through the Spirit that we are able live the life of a living sacrifice. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/a-living-sacrifice http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110619wsolromans121-2.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 20:04:39 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_12,gospel,goal,worship,sacrifice,living,word Israel's hardness towards the gospel, which has meant a time of openness towards the gospel among the Gentiles, will one day come to an end, and many Jews will be converted to Jesus Christ. Because of this, Paul urges his readers to remember that you are just a beneficiary of God's grace. So we're called to stop thinking so highly of ourselves, and stand in awe at the richness of God's mercy and the incomprehensible greatness of his plan. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-richness-of-gods-mercy http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110612wskeromans1125-36.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 13:36:47 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_11,gospel,goal,jews,gentiles,mercy,gracy,sovereignty In this passage, Paul explains that the rejection of the Jewish people was part of God's sovereign plan for the Gentiles and our salvation. But he writes that God has saved, and will continue to save both Jews and Gentiles according to His act of grace. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/a-remnant-and-the-grafted http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110605wsolromans111-24.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 21:22:37 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_11,jews,gentiles,grafted,salvation,election How do we come to faith in Jesus? Why hasn't Israel believed the gospel? Paul poses a series of questions to emphasize that we need to believe and preach the gospel, as it is the only way, under God's sovereignty, to come to saving faith in Jesus. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/how-can-we-be-saved http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110529wskeromans1014-21.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2011 23:07:58 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_10,gospel,goal,belief,faith,israel,election In the first part of Paul's argument in chapter 9, Paul asserts the sovereignty of God is made known in whom He chooses to save. That choice is not based on any human effort or reason, but solely for the sake of His own glory. But before answering his critics claiming that God is unjust, Paul sets forth the surety of God's Word and gives us three Biblical historical stories of His faithfulness to His covenant. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/gods-sovereign-choice http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110515wsolromans91-29.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2011 12:58:18 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,gospel,goal,election,sovereignty,mercy,glory Paul concludes one of his central arguments: in Christ, there is no condemnation and that further, we have God's continued blessing in the midst of the difficulties in life. In Christ, there is nothing that can separate us from God's love. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/no-condemnation-no-separation http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110508wsolromans831-39.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2011 18:05:51 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_8,gospel,goal,condemnation,separation,trials,love In spite of the daily challenges that go along with living in an imperfect world, those who belong to Christ--buoyed by hope and bolstered by the help of the Holy Spirit--can live with the assurance that God will bring them safely to their God-appointed destiny. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/a-heritage-of-suffering-and-glory http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110501wsajromans818-30.mp3 Sun, 01 May 2011 17:38:20 GMT Arthur Jackson Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,arthur_jackson,romans_8,gospel,goal,suffering,hope,glory,groaning,spirit After declaring our inability to save ourselves through our own obedience, Paul declares that there is new life in the Spirit. We are therefore called to live life in the Spirit, and not according to the flesh that leads to death. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/life-in-the-spirit http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110424wsolromans89-17.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 15:42:07 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_8,gospel,proclaim,easter,flesh,spirit,holy_spirit,life,adoption,heirs Having just cleared his gospel of grace from charges of licentiousness (6:1-7:6), Paul now must free the law from accusations of sin and death. This apostle turned defense attorney proves up to the task. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/law-and-the-gospel-of-grace http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110410wsdhromans77-21.mp3 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 12:46:36 GMT David Helm Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,dave_helm,romans,gospel,goal,grace,law,sin,death,Licentiousness Because of the death of Jesus believers are no longer obligated to serve the demands of the law. Through the resurrection power of Jesus they are liberated to humbly serve God as slaves under a new covenant in the power of the Spirit of God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/liberation-by-death http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110403wsajromans71-6.mp3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 17:43:48 GMT Arthur Jackson Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,arthur_jackson,romans_7,law,release,sin,grace,passions,fruit Grace doesn't give license to live a sinful life. Rather, Paul argues that we now have a new master and obligation, one that leads to eternal life. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/slaves-of-righteousness http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110327wsolromans615-23.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:27:09 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_6,gospel,goal,sin,righteousness,slaves,life,death,master,obligation Paul addresses the argument that grace encourages people to sin. He argues, instead, that we are united with Christ in His death and resurrection, and that sin no longer has dominion over us. In Christ's death and resurrection, we have not just forgiveness, but freedom. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/resurrection-power-and-victory http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110320wskeromans61-14.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:34:15 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_6,grace,sin,death,resurrection,baptism,freedom While we share a solidarity with Adam in sin and death, God's reign of grace triumphs over all. The superiority of Christ to Adam is seen by way of contrast as well as comparison. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/abounding-grace http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110313wsdhromans512-21.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:06:25 GMT David Helm Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,dave_helm,romans_5,grace,sin,death,reign,christ Through faith in the work of Jesus Christ on the cross, we can rejoice, or boast, in the peace and hope we have with God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/we-boast-in-god-through-jesus-christ http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110306wsolromans51-11.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 14:38:25 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_5,hope,boast,rejoice,peace,redemption,cross In this chapter, Paul reasons that Abraham is an example that God justifies by faith and not by works. He then continues to elaborate on the glorious truth of justification through Christ that gives us life and freedom. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/abraham-and-our-justification-by-faith http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110227wskeromans4.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 19:46:48 GMT Kyle Edwards Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,romans_4,gospel,goal,justification,faith,works,abraham Through faith in Jesus Christ, we can be rescued from the just wrath of God. God's righteousness is made manifest, as God sends His Son, Jesus, to take upon Himself our sin, and to impute to us His righteousness. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/righteousness-of-god-and-our-propitiation http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110220wsolromans321-26.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 01:03:47 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_3,gospel,goal,wrath,righteousness,sin,faith,cross,propitiation In this part of Paul's argument, the cacophony of sound that rises from the earth in objection to God's wrath finally falls silent. The one who would question God's faithfulness, righteousness, and justice is silenced. Every mouth is shut. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/gods-wrath-is-universal http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110213wsdhromans31-20.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 20:34:12 GMT David Helm Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,south_side,romans_3,gospel,goal,david_helm,the_wrath_of_god,the_law,reasoning,faithfulness,righteousness,judgment,wrath In this portion of his letter, Paul argues that God's judgment is righteous and impartial. We, as were his readers, guilty of judgment regardless of our actions, our traditions, our class or our race. We rightly deserve condemnation, but God in his patience leads us to repentance and life through Jesus Christ. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/gods-judgment-is-for-all http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110206wsolromans21-29.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 19:53:55 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_2,gospel,goal,judgment,repentance,righteousness,impartial The greatest problem we face is the wrath of God. The Gospel gives us Jesus' righteousness and appeases this wrath. But people suppress this truth and rightly deserve judgment. It is for this reason why we and those around us so desperately need the Gospel. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/gods-righteous-judgment http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110130wsolromans118-32.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 03:28:15 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans: One Gospel, One Goal... sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_1,one_gospel,one_goal,gospel,righteousness,judgment,wrath Paul's heartfelt desire and obligation was to preach the Gospel to the church at Rome above all things. And we see that the Gospel is for all peoples, regardless of language, class, or race. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/primacy-of-the-gospel-for-all-peoples http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110116wsolromans18-15.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 16:22:52 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_1,gospel,goal,nations,proclaim Paul's divine commission to apostleship enables his commitment to preach the gospel. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/romans-11-7 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/110109wsolromans11-7.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:43:29 GMT Oscar Leiva Romans sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,romans_1,gospel,goal,apostle,commission,obedience Our adoption by our heavenly Father rescues us from our slavery, gives us a new identity and inheritance, and spurs us to adopt other children into our families. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/galatians-323-47 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/101226wskegalatians323-47.mp3 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 16:49:37 GMT Kyle Edwards Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,galatians_3,galatians_4,adoption,slavery,identity,inheritance,family,race The promised line of the Abrahamic covenant continues not through Joseph--faithful and innocent--but through Judah--self-righteous, sinful, and ultimately repentant. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/covenant-of-sovereign-grace http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/101128wskegenesis38.mp3 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:23:27 GMT Kyle Edwards Five Women of Christmas sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,genesis_38,christmas,women,tamar,righteousness,covenant,grace God's judgment is sure for those who reject Jesus, and we have a responsibility to faithfully steward and manage God's vineyard. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/mark-121-12 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/101107wsolmark121-12.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 22:38:26 GMT Oscar Leiva Who was Jesus, and does he still matter? sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,mark_12,vineyard,reject,acceptance,faithful,steward Acts 2.42-47 is one of the most famous and beautiful descriptions of the church in all literature. From their humble beginnings in the gospel, to the spread across Asia Minor, the early church lived according to four powerful rhythms that might be called "The DNA of Gospel Community." http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/all-church-worship-celebration-dna-of-gospel-community http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/j-dennis-on-october-17th-2010.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 15:24:00 GMT Jon Dennis Stand Alone Messages all-church,worship_celebration,october_17,jon_dennis Jesus is the true shepherd who feeds and satisfies his sheep and so we are called to be filled and be full on His meal. The passage clearly shows that the sheep need a shepherd, but we the sheep must respond to the shepherd's meal. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/jesus-the-true-shepherd http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/101010wske-mark-630-44.mp3 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 20:34:34 GMT Kyle Edwards Who was Jesus, and does he still matter? sermons,west_side,kyle_edwards,mark_6,bread,feeding,shepherd You either reject Jesus or do the will of God and are a part of the family of God http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/mark-3 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100926wsolmark31-35.mp3 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:36:32 GMT Oscar Leiva Who was Jesus, and does he still matter? sermon,west_side,oscar_leiva,mark_3,rejection,blasphemy,acceptance,holy_spirit Men of faith who sought Jesus are contrasted with the religious leaders of Jesus' day who questioned His authority to forgive. Faith in Jesus results in forgiveness and wholeness from Jesus, as then, so now. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/faith-folly-and-forgiveness http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100919ssajmark21-12.mp3 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 15:12:57 GMT Arthur Jackson Who was Jesus, and does he still matter? forgiveness,faith,authority,healing,community As a church, we're called to live with compassion for the people around us in our neighborhoods, our schools, our workplaces, and our city. Jesus calls us to pray that God would send workers, that he would send us, to the ripe harvest all around us. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/simplified-missional-living http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100905wsolmatthew935-38.mp3 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:08:37 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,matthew_9,missional,missions,harvest These verses comprise the fourth collection of wisdom sayings in the book of Proverbs. This sermon attempts to equip the listener with tools needed to read the Bible on your own - as well as to exhort you to live under the authority of what these particular proverbs teach. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-2423-34 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100822wsdhproverbs2423-34.mp3 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:04:30 GMT David Helm The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs west_side,dave_helm,sermon,proverbs_34,proverbs,way_of_wisdom,wisdom,words,works,equip Proverbs 7 gives us a drama of a young man being entrapped by the adulterous women. This passage teaches us that the continual enslavement to sexual sin will ultimately cost us our life. We are exhorted by way of warning not to let our hearts turn aside to the seduction of the pleasures of this world. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-7-the-seduction-of-a-sex-addict http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100815wsolproverbs-7.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:48:43 GMT Oscar Leiva The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs sex,addiction,forgiveness,seduction,liberty,word Proverbs 6.1-19 gives us practical warnings in the area of finances, slothfulness, and sowing discord. The father warns the son against putting up security because it can lead to ruin (6.1-5) he continues with an exhortation of the sluggard to follow the example of the ant lest he come to devastation (vv.6-11) and he give his son a description of the sort of characteristics that the Lord hates (vv.12-19). http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-61-19 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100808wsolproverbs61-19.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 10:05:12 GMT Oscar Leiva The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs proverbs_6,cosigning,sluggard,work,wicked,heart Monogamous marriage is the place for sexual refreshment and fulfillment; sex apart from one's own marriage is self-destructive and foolish. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/drink-water-from-your-own-cistern http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100801wsajproverbs-5.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 23:01:42 GMT Arthur Jackson The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs orbidden_woman,strange_woman,foolish,sex,sexual_immorality,marriage Proverbs 4 commands us to 'get wisdom'. We learn that the family is the crucial conduit of wisdom. We learn that the conduct of our homes is to honor the gospel. And the role of the father is vital to teaching his children; a father is not to abdicate his role and responsibilities but is to lead the family in the pursuit of wisdom. Being a young congregation, we have an incredible venture ahead of us to establish this kind of radical paradigm in our neighborhoods. That’s the beauty of the potential of longevity in our global city. Our collective voice will be heard when we commit to this kind of family saturated instruction in our neighborhoods for the glory of God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-41-9 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100725wsolproverbs-41-9.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 20:37:04 GMT Oscar Leiva The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs wisdom,family,legacy,get_wisdom,proverbs_4,longevity,parenting Proverbs 3 teaches to trust in the Lord with all our heart and instructs not to lean on our own understanding. We are encouraged not to despise God's reproof but embrace it as a demonstration of his love. And our proper response is to stand in confidence of the Lord and not fear people, but rather serve them for this pleasing to the Lord. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-3 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100718wsolproverbs3.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:04:08 GMT Oscar Leiva The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs proverbs_3,wisdom,trust_in_the_lord,turn_from_evil,fear Proverbs 2 informs us of submitting to the wisdom of God. Our lives are to be mark not by the things we know but by the one we know, namely Jesus. He enable us to walk in wisdom forsaking the way of wickedness and pursuing the way of righteousness. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-2 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100711wsolproverbs2.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 23:06:43 GMT Oscar Leiva The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs proverbs_2,wisdom,submit,jesus_is_wisdom The purpose of the Proverbs is to help people live wisely. The foundation for such quality living is the fear of the Lord. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/listen-up http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100704hpajproverbs11-7.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 04:31:18 GMT Arthur Jackson The Way of Wisdom: Proverbs wisdom,fear_of_the_lord,wise,foolish This talk explores 'wisdom' as literature (an ancient art form which anticipates the gospel) and Proverbs as a 'wisdom' book (an anthology, for an intended audience, with very practical aims in mind). http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/proverbs-as-wisdom http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100627hpdhproverbs11-7.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 10:55:47 GMT David Helm Proverbs wisdom,christ_as_wisdom Paul concludes his letter to the Thessalonians describing his final instructions to the young congregation. In it, we see a three-fold conclusion for the church; God’s way for His church (vv.12-15), God’s will for His children (vv.16-22), and God’s work for His coming (vv. 23-28). http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/final-instructions-for-maintaining-gospel-community http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100620wsol1thessalonians512-28.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:09:27 GMT Oscar Leiva Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions oscar_leiva,sermon,1_thessalonians_5:12-28,christian_community,peace,spirit,unity Paul reminds the church at Thessalonica to find their peace and security in Jesus' return, and to encourage one another in that hope. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/peace-and-security-rooted-in-christs-return http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100613wsol1thessalonians51-11.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:30:12 GMT Oscar Leiva Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,1_thessalonians_5,gospel,afflictions,affections,hope Paul informs the Thessalonian church of the imminent return of Jesus. He teaches them specifics of the glorious event when Christ descends from heaven and those who have died in Christ and those who are still alive, will meet Jesus in the air, where they will always be with the Lord. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/waiting-for-christs-return http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100606wsol1thessalonians413-18.mp3 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:24:12 GMT Oscar Leiva Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions 1_thessalonians_4:13-18,sermon,oscar_leiva,waiting,hope,steadfast Paul exhorts the early church to work while they wait for the arrival of Jesus' return. He explains that their creative energies must be in the service of others in order to please God. Paul also explains that their work is a demonstration of their love for the community. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/working-at-the-pleasure-of-god http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100530wsol1thessalonians49-12.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2010 16:33:17 GMT Oscar Leiva Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions 1_thessalonians_4:9-12,oscar_leiva,sermon,work,living_to_please_god,west_side When God's people display signs of spiritual vitality God is honored and God's servants are strengthened and encouraged. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/signs-of-spiritual-vitality http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100516wsaj1thessalonians36-13.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2010 21:27:30 GMT Arthur Jackson Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions faith,love,holiness,endurance,prayers If the occasion for the letter was Paul's question "Will it last?", we now see the question on the minds of the people, "Does he care?" with evocative prose Paul describes the depth of his affection for them as well as what caused him to send Timothy to them. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/1-thessalonians-217-35 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100509wsdh1thessalonians217-35.mp3 Sun, 09 May 2010 21:27:03 GMT David Helm Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions When the Gospel is preached, God works, demanding our obedience. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/activity-of-the-power-of-the-word http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100502wsol1thessalonians213-16.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 17:49:59 GMT Oscar Leiva Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,1_thessalonians_2,gospel,affections,afflictions,gospel,word,obedience,response Authentic gospel work is lasting because it is the Lord's work. When the true gospel is truly received it makes people like Jesus. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/will-it-last http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100418wsdj1thessalonians12-10.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 19:49:28 GMT David Jackman Gospel Affections - Gospel Afflictions faith,love,hope,gospel,discipleship In response to God's faithfulness in our lives, we're called to respond in worship. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-proper-response-to-a-gracious-god http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100228nstbromans14.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:40:59 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,joshua_24,church_on_the_move,faithfulness,serve,worship 43:16 Israel's history reveals that relationships within God's family are fragile and quickly put at risk. This chapter's ancient event of 'tribal turbulence' provides insights for church life and multi-congregational works today. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/joshua-22 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100314ssdhjoshua22.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:06:06 GMT David Helm Joshua: A Church on the Move relationships,unity,peace 40:28 The eloquent and captivating speech of Caleb - it had significance for him, as well as for every believer now longing for eternal rest. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/joshua-146-15 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100228wsdhjoshua146-15.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 20:11:53 GMT David Helm Joshua: A Church on the Move inheritance,promise,fulfillment,endurance 32:51 Because of the Conquest, God's people were able to possess what He had promised. So, through the ministry of Jesus, God's people can possess His promises. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-conquest----prelude-to-possessing-the-promise http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100221wsajjoshua111-23.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:56:10 GMT Arthur Jackson Joshua: A Church on the Move conquest,rest,occupation,promise 36:45 The Israelites were deceived as a result of their trust in their own judgment, rather than trusting in God. But rather than punishment for both the Gibeonites and the Israelites, God shows extraordinary grace, mirroring the grace He shows us in Christ. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-gibeonite-deception http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100207wsoljoshua9.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:36:05 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,joshua_9,church_on_the_move,deception,grace 37:17 The Gospel gives believers a unity, boldness, and fellowship that completely change the way we are to view community. We are called to give generously to provide for the needs of fellow believers because our treasure is not in this world and because we are members of the same body. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/generosity-of-a-gospel-community http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100131wsolacts432-511.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:30:10 GMT Oscar Leiva Generous Joy sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,acts_4,acts_5,generous_joy,community,giving 35:08 Faithful use of our earthly resources includes sharing that has eternity in view. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/using-our-resources-redemptively http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100124wsajluke161-13.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:18:53 GMT Arthur Jackson Generous Joy lovers_of_money,worldly_resources,possessions,stewardship,generous_joy,luke_16,arthur_jackson,west_side,sermons 37:20 We are called to live our lives building up treasures for the kingdom of God. But instead, many of us live lives of covetousness, building up wealth, power, and respect to advance our own lives. Jesus calls us to re-orient our lives to what really matters. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-parable-of-the-rich-fool http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100117wsolluke1213-21.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 18:13:54 GMT Oscar Leiva Generous Joy sermons,west_side,oscar_leiva,generous_joy,rich_fool,luke_12 23:05 God's gifts to Solomon were wisdom and wealth. God's promised gift to the world is 'blessing' which he fulfills by the gift of his Son. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/i-kings-1014---118 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100110ssdhi-kings-10-14--11-8.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 22:39:02 GMT David Helm Generous Joy wisdom,wealth,power,pleasure,biblical_theology,stewardship 37:50 Walking in the Spirit destroys the work of the flesh and enables service to one another in love http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/walking-in-the-spirit http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100103wsolgalatians513-26.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:25:22 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sermon,west_side,oscar_leiva,galatians_5,sanctification,freedom,fruit,spirit 37:03 We are all sinners, rightly deserving God's wrath. But instead of wrath, we find justification in Christ's death and resurrection. The righteousness of God comes through faith by grace. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-righteousness-of-god-through-faith http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091227wsolromans32126.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 19:01:49 GMT Oscar Leiva Stand Alone Messages sin,wrath,justification,righteousness,faith,grace,sermon,oscar_leiva,west_side,romans_3 31:33 Here we see God's faithfulness on display and the importance of obedience to His word. But we as a church can't do it on our own, and so we look to Christ, who through His obedience even to death on the cross, opens up a way for us to be faithful and to enjoy the promises of God. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/israel-obeys-the-word-of-the-lord-and-defeats-ai http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/joshua-81-29.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:01:27 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move victory,obedience,israel,ai,into_the_hands 44:09 God judges the sin of his people, and his anger over their sin is demonstrated by the Israelite's defeat at Ai. To restore God's provision, the people stone Achan and his family. And although today, the individual and communal effects of sin are equally devastating, Christ took the full wrath of God on the cross. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-consequences-and-condemnation-of-sin http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091115wsoljoshua7.mp3 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:09:31 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move sin,disobedience,death,west_side,oscar_leiva,sermon,joshua_7,church_on_the_move 38:35 The people of Israel move into the promise land. The word circulates to the inhabitants of the land that it utterly demoralizes them. The people circumcise themselves and they celebrate the Passover of God’s salvation. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/renewing-the-covenant http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091025wsoljoshua51-12.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:16:40 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move covenant,renewal,true_circumcision,circumcision,west_side,sermon,oscar_leiva,joshua_5,church_on_the_move 34:02 God's people must remember His work on our behalf and our lives should bear witness to that work http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/remember-gods-work http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091018wsjnjoshua4.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:30:53 GMT Jon Nielson Joshua: A Church on the Move remember,stones,memorial,nations,church_on_the_move,joshua_4,jon_nielson,sermon,west_side 36:51 Under Joshua's leadership, the Lord leads the people of Israel through the Jordan River. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/joshua-3 http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091110wsjoshua-3.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:52:36 GMT Oscar Leiva Joshua: A Church on the Move joshua_3,consecrate,leader,church_on_the_move,sermon,oscar_leiva,west_side 28:11 Missional. Mature. Movement. Ministry Training. Leadership. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/october-4-program http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/100409allchurchworshipprogram.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 18:07:14 GMT Jon Dennis One City. One Story. One Church for God's Glory. missional._mature._movement._ministry_training._leadership. 42:23 The confidence of a church that exists for God's glory is rooted in the name of Jesus. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/speaking-in-the-name-of-jesus http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/091004acjdacts527-42.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 22:01:56 GMT Jon Dennis One City. One Story. One Church for God's Glory. jesus_christ,salvation,name,city,chicago,jerusalem,vision 37:12 In Rahab, the Canaanite prostitute, "strength and courage" found human expression. The Lord used the faith of an outsider to strengthen the faith of His own people. Her words echoed the words of the Lord that He would deliver on His promise to give His people the land. God can be trusted to do what He has promised! http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/the-assurance-of-gods-promise http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/090927wsajjoshua2.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 07:21:51 GMT Arthur Jackson Joshua: A Church on the Move faith,courage,redemption,arthur_jackson,joshua_2,church_on_the_move 34:54 To arrive at the place where the Lord wants us demands that we follow our Captain and courageously exercise obedient faith every step of the way. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/getting-ready-to-move http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/090913wsajjoshua1v1-9mp3.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 03:08:59 GMT Arthur Jackson Joshua: A Church on the Move promises,presence,conquest,joshua_1,the_church_on_the_move,arthur_jackson 39:31 As gospel-centered people we are called to commit to one another in community. Living in the gospel means to love the body of Christ. We are therefore, to love each and serve one another in the mission that he has called us to. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/interdependent-gospel-centered-living http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/oscar-leiva.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 14:55:08 GMT Oscar Leiva The Gospel Life gospel-centered_interdependently_living,community 40:04 God's Word enables the worker to not quarrel about words and to avoid irreverent babble. http://www.htcchicago.org/learn/sermons/upholding-the-word-of-truth http://www.htcchicago.org/mediafiles/jon-nielson.mp3 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:37:03 GMT Jon Nielson Guarding the Gospel: A Call to Endure iniquity 31:10