Posts with the category “sermons”
INVEST HEARTS AND FINANCES | PASTOR MATTHEW JOHNSON
by The Tree Church on February 25th, 2026
Money reveals the heart. Pastor Matthew calls us to seek first the kingdom and trust God with our finances. Read More
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PURPOSED RELATIONSHIPS | PASTOR MATTHEW JOHNSON
by The Tree Church on February 17th, 2026
Jesus designed His church for purpose. In a lonely world, intentional relationships make us stronger together. Read More
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THE CHURCH | PASTOR MATTHEW JOHNSON
by The Tree Church on February 12th, 2026
Many people ask if attending church is required to follow Jesus. Scripture points us to a deeper truth. Jesus calls His followers not just to attend church, but to be the church. Read More
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THE GIVER | PASTOR ANTHONY LOMBARDI
by The Tree Church on February 4th, 2026
Pastor Anthony Lombardi teaches from Philippians 4:14–19 on generosity as partnership with God, worship, and trust in Him as provider. Read More
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The Steadfast Love of God
by The Tree Church on January 28th, 2026
When life feels difficult, Scripture reminds us that hardship is never random for God’s people. God’s discipline flows from His steadfast love. Read More
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The Evaluation
by The Tree Church on January 21st, 2026
Jesus’ parable in Luke 19 calls us to examine faithfulness, steward what God entrusts to us, and live with eternity in view while awaiting His return. Read More
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The Steward
by The Tree Church on January 15th, 2026
God owns everything, and we are stewards. This message from Genesis shows why God desires priority, trust, and obedience—not leftovers. Read More
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The Owner
by The Tree Church on January 6th, 2026
What would change if God owned everything you have? Pastor Matthew Johnson reframes ownership as stewardship, showing how surrender leads to peace. Read More
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Invited From The Outside
by The Tree Church on January 6th, 2026
God’s invitation has always reached beyond the expected. When Jesus was born, God welcomed shepherds, outsiders, and distant seekers into the moment that changed history. The story of the magi reveals a God who draws people personally, calls for response, and invites everyone into a relationship through Jesus. Read More
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Finding Peace in God’s Promise
by The Tree Church on December 17th, 2025
A reflection on Simeon’s story in Luke 2 and how walking with God, trusting His promises, and waiting faithfully leads to lasting peace. Read More
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ORDINARY PEOPLE, EXTRAORDINARY SAVIOR
by The Tree Church on December 11th, 2025
This message opens the Christmas series Patchwork Christmas by looking at the calling God placed on Mary. Pastor Matthew shows how God takes ordinary people with ordinary stories and uses their willing yes to accomplish His purpose. Through Mary’s questions, her surrender, and her sacrifice, we learn how God works through those who trust Him. Her story reminds us that God does not wait for qualifications before calling someone. Instead, He invites every believer to offer their life in faith and allow Him to shape something meaningful from it. Read More
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MISSED OPPORTUNITY. ANOTHER CHANCE.
by The Tree Church on December 3rd, 2025
Jesus wept over a people who missed His peace, yet He still offered another chance for anyone willing to surrender and trust Him fully. Read More
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Religion That God Rejects
by The Tree Church on November 25th, 2025
Pastor Anthony teaches from Matthew 23, where Jesus exposes religious hypocrisy and invites believers to pursue honesty, humility, and a faith that reflects God’s heart. Read More
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The Faithful Will Finish
by The Tree Church on November 18th, 2025
Jesus prepares His followers for uncertain times and calls them to endure with trust. This message shows how running back to Jesus brings strength and peace. Read More
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Deep Love In A Shallow World
by The Tree Church on November 11th, 2025
Jesus calls us to love God fully and love people deeply - a four-dimensional love that transforms our hearts, obedience, and daily life.
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Don't Waste It
by The Tree Church on November 5th, 2025
Pastor Tim Moore challenges believers to live with purpose, trust God fully, and use the life He’s given them to make an eternal impact.
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Should Christians Get Political?
by The Tree Church on October 30th, 2025
Pastor Matthew Johnson explains how believers can engage politics faithfully while keeping their hope and allegiance in Jesus alone. Read More
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He Chose Me Anyway
by The Tree Church on October 21st, 2025
Pastor Matthew shares how God’s invitation in Matthew 22 shows His grace toward the unworthy, reminding us that He chose us anyway. Read More
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When Jesus Confronts Our Independence
by The Tree Church on October 14th, 2025
Pastor Matthew Johnson explains that true freedom begins with surrender, trusting God as Creator, Redeemer, and Judge who leads us into real life. Read More
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Faith That Bears Fruit
by The Tree Church on October 7th, 2025
True faith shows in action. Pastor Mary Johnson teaches that abiding in Jesus transforms hearts and lives to bear lasting spiritual fruit. Read More
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Flipping Tables and Genuine Worship
by The Tree Church on September 30th, 2025
Jesus cleansed the temple to restore true worship. Discover how He still flips tables in our hearts to free us for genuine worship. Read More
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Walking in Repentance
by The Tree Church on September 23rd, 2025
Pastor Stacey Crawford teaches from Matthew 21 on true repentance, showing that obedience and action go beyond words alone.
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When Grace Doesn't Make Sense
by The Tree Church on September 16th, 2025
Pastor Matthew teaches from Matthew 20 on why God’s grace may not make sense to us but always brings hope, freedom, and new life in Jesus.
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The Idol We Don’t Want To Talk About
by The Tree Church on September 9th, 2025
When God asks us to surrender, He is not taking from us. He is offering something better that money and possessions cannot give Read More
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The Power of Forgiveness and Reconciliation
by The Tree Church on September 2nd, 2025
Learn how Jesus calls us to forgiveness and reconciliation, offering healing for broken hearts and strained relationships. Read More
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How Jesus Defines Greatness in God's Kingdom
by The Tree Church on August 26th, 2025
Learn how Jesus redefines greatness in Matthew 18 and 20, showing that true greatness begins with humility and service. Read More
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Four Steps to God’s Promises
by The Tree Church on August 20th, 2025
Learn four steps from Joshua 3–6, release, remember, recommit, receive, and how they guide us to trust God’s promises today. Read More
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What Jesus Teaches Us About Humility, Offense, and Consideration
by The Tree Church on August 14th, 2025
Learn how Jesus models humility and love by avoiding unnecessary offense, and how we can reflect Him in a divided world.
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Why Faith Feels So Hard Sometimes
by The Tree Church on August 7th, 2025
Explore the tension between belief and doubt, and how Jesus responds with both challenge and grace when faith feels hard. Read More
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How to Find Faith in the Face of Fear and Failure
by The Tree Church on August 1st, 2025
Discover how to trust Jesus when you're afraid or failing, and find grace and strength in your weakest moments.
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Who Do You Say Jesus Is?
by The Tree Church on July 29th, 2025
Discover what it truly means to call Jesus Lord and Savior and why that declaration changes everything. Read More
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How to Trust God When He’s Silent
by The Tree Church on July 23rd, 2025
Learn how to trust God in seasons of silence and difficulty, and discover how faith deepens through persistent trials. Read More
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Is Following Jesus Worth It?
by The Tree Church on July 17th, 2025
Jesus promises life and eternity, but is the sacrifice worth it? Discover what following Him truly requires and offers Read More
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Are God's Commands Optional?
by The Tree Church on July 17th, 2025
Discover why God's commands are not suggestions and how full obedience to scripture leads to protection, direction, and peace. Read More
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