Sermon Archive

Exodus 20:17

In this final message of the Etched in Stone series, Pastor Mark walks us through the Tenth Commandment: “You shall not covet.” We learn that coveting is more than simply wanting something—it is a restless longing for what God has given to someone else. This heart issue distorts our contentment, damages our relationships, and distracts us from worshiping God. Ultimately, coveting exposes our need for a Savior. Only in Jesus, who resisted temptation and offers us a new heart, do we find freedom from restless desires and discover true contentment in Him.

Exodus 20:16

In a world filled with hype, spin, and half-truths, the ninth commandment calls us back to honesty: “You shall not give false testimony.” Marty shows us how lying—whether outright, through gossip, exaggeration, half-truths, excuses, flattery, or false accusations—destroys trust, damages relationships, and reflects the character of the enemy rather than God. We are invited to choose truth, confess where we’ve deceived, repair broken trust, and live in the power of the Spirit of Truth. God delights in honesty, and He calls us to be people who love the truth.

Exodus 20:15

This commandment goes beyond bank heists—it exposes how we take more than we give, whether through time, effort, or trust. Mark reminds us that God gives good gifts, calls us to work with integrity, and invites us to live generously. Stealing reveals a heart that doesn’t trust God to provide—but as His people, we’re called to reflect His generous nature.

Exodus 20:14

Marty unpacks the seventh commandment by reminding us that God's laws are not just rules—they are protections for what is precious. This command protects the sacred gift of sex and the covenant of marriage. God gave sex as a good gift—for creating life, cultivating pleasure, and bonding two hearts as one. When misused, that gift can deeply damage trust, intimacy, and our ability to connect. From adultery to pornography to cohabitation, Marty challenges us to push back against cultural lies and pursue purity with conviction and hope. In Christ, there is forgiveness, strength, healing, and a new start. Let’s honor what God calls sacred.

Exodus 20:13

This week, Pastor Sean Holloway walks us through the Sixth Commandment, showing that it’s more than just avoiding physical harm—it’s a call to value every human life. Jesus teaches that even anger and contempt break this command. We’re reminded that all people are made in God’s image, and we’re called to reflect His heart by cherishing life in both our actions and attitudes.

Exodus 20:12

This week in our “Etched in Stone” series, we reach the fifth commandment: “Honor your father and mother.” It’s a turning point in the list—moving from loving God to loving others. But honoring parents isn’t always straightforward, especially in a world where not all parents live honorably. Mark walks us through what biblical honor truly means: valuing, respecting, and showing appreciation across all stages of life—not because our parents are perfect, but because God calls us to it. Drawing from Ephesians 6 and Colossians 3, we explore what this looks like when we’re young, as adults, and even when relationships are complex. Most importantly, we’re reminded that honoring our earthly parents reflects our honor for our heavenly Father, who adopts us into His family through grace.