“True Religion” (James 1:19-27)
Have you experienced the kind of spiritual rebirth that leads to real change? James 1:19–27 teaches that saving faith isn’t passive—it’s transformational. In this sermon, Pastor Josiah explores how the Word of God not only saves us but reshapes us. Through vivid illustrations and pastoral exhortation, you’ll discover that “real religion” means more than just hearing Scripture—it means receiving it with humility, obeying it with integrity, and displaying it through a life of mercy, holiness, and self-control. The gospel doesn’t just inform your life; it transforms it. Why does the life of a true Christian look so different from the world? Listen to this week’s message and find out!
This sermon was preached on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Fire Tested & Joy Filled” (James 1:1-18)
Are you walking through a trial that feels too heavy to carry? How can we find joy when life falls apart? In “Fire Tested & Joy Filled,” Pastor Josiah walks through James 1:1–18 to show that the trials we face are not meaningless—they are God's tool to grow our faith and prepare us for eternity. With honesty, personal testimony, and biblical clarity, this sermon calls believers to endure trials with joy, seek God's wisdom without doubting, resist the tempting lies of the enemy, and trust in the unchanging goodness of God. Even in the hardest seasons, we are not alone—Christ endured the ultimate trial on our behalf and now walks with us through the fire.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“IF” (1 Samuel 11:12-12:25)
What do you do when your life is falling apart, and you’ve run out of options—can God still meet you there? Is there any hope for those who have failed God repeatedly?
In this final message from our “The Search For A King” series, Pastor Josiah explores the theme of “IF”—those pivotal moments in life that center on trust, obedience, and the faithfulness of God. As Israel stands at a national crossroads, having demanded a king and rebelled against the Lord, Samuel confronts them with their sin, warns them of its consequences, and yet offers them hope rooted in God's steadfast mercy. IF we reject God, we face ruin; but IF we return to Him, He is faithful to forgive us and redeem us from the pit. Through a gospel-centered lens, this sermon shows how our repeated failures can never outmatch God's covenantal grace. Jesus, the true and better King, succeeds where Saul—and all of us—fail. And in Him, we hear the everlasting assurance for every believer: “God’s got you!”
This sermon was preached on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Is This The King?” (1 Samuel 10:17-11:11)
Where is your hope? What types of things are you placing your trust in today? In his sermon, “Is This The King?” centered on 1 Samuel 10:17-11:11, Alex Trotter shared how even though Saul looked like the King who would save Israel from their enemies, ultimately it was Christ who would redeem his people from death and crush the serpent’s head once and for all. Unlike the Israelites, we mustn’t turn to rulers of this world for our ultimate salvation, even despite their apparent victories. Instead, we must turn our eyes to the true Prophet, Priest, and King, Jesus Christ and look to him to save us from the brokenness that surrounds us.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“The King You Desire” (1 Samuel 9:1-10:16)
What are you currently desiring or pursuing that might be more shaped by the world’s values than God’s will? Can you identify a time when God used a disappointment or failure to draw you closer to Him? In what ways is Jesus reshaping your desires to want more of Him, rather than just His gifts?
In his sermon “The King You Desire” based on 1 Samuel 9:1-10:16, Pastor Josiah shared how Israel received what they asked for—a king like the nations. Saul looked the part: tall, strong, impressive. But beneath the surface, he was spiritually unfit and directionless. Sometimes, God gives us what we want to reveal that what we long for isn't truly what we need. Yet even in our rebellion, God’s sovereign grace is at work. He uses our misguided desires, our detours, and even our failures to draw us back to Himself. Ultimately, the story of Saul points us to Jesus—the King we didn’t ask for but the one we desperately need. In Him, our desires are transformed to want what He wants—and we discover that the deepest satisfaction of our hearts is not in what we get, but in whom we belong to.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“So, You Want A King?” (1 Samuel 8:1-22)
Why do our demands for greater freedom often lead to deeper bondage? What happens when we ask God for what we want instead of trusting Him for what we need? In his sermon, “So, You Want A King?” based on 1 Samuel 8:1-22, Pastor Bryan Catherman explores Israel’s demand for a king and the deeper spiritual rebellion it represents. As the people reject God’s rule in favor of a monarchy like the surrounding nations, we are confronted with a timeless truth: when we choose self-rule over God’s sovereign reign, we inherit the consequences of our own folly. Yet, even in judgment, God’s mercy shines through as He ultimately provides not just any king, but the one King we truly need—Jesus Christ. The message challenges us to consider where we, too, may be exchanging divine kingship for worldly security, and reminds us that only under God's rule do we find true freedom and life.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“True Repentance & Divine Deliverance” (1 Samuel 7:2-17)
Why does life sometimes get harder after we repent—and what is God doing in those moments? What does true repentance look like—and what does it lead to? In his sermon, “True Repentance & Divine Deliverance,” centered on 1 Samuel 7:2–17, Pastor Josiah shared how Israel turned from idolatry and returned to the Lord with a repentant heart. Yet, just as they turned back to God, new trouble arose. But God, faithful to His covenant and powerful to save, delivered His people—not because of their strength, but through the intercession of His appointed mediator, Samuel. This passage reminds us that while repentance may invite hardship, it always places us under the care of a God who is faithful to forgive, fights for us, and never fails to be there for us.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Who Can Stand?” (1 Samuel 6:1-7:1)
Are you tempted to approach God on your own terms rather than according to His will? How does the holiness of God shape your worship, your obedience, and your view of Christ? In today’s message we find out what happens when God's people treat His presence with irreverence! In 1 Samuel 6:1–7:1, both the Philistines and the Israelites dishonor the holy presence of Yahweh—not by defiance alone, but by casual disobedience. In his message, “Who Can Stand?” Pastor Josiah explores how God's holiness is not something to manage, manipulate, or presume upon. Through the tragic actions of Beth-shemesh and the fearful question, “Who is able to stand before this holy God?”, we are brought face-to-face with our own unworthiness and the absolute necessity of a Mediator.
In a world that often reduces God to sentimentality or ritual, this message calls us back to the fear of the Lord—a fear that leads not to fleeing from God, but to obedience under His Word and submission to His final Prophet, Jesus Christ. True life is found in fearing God and obeying His Word through Christ alone.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“The Hand of the Lord” (1 Samuel 5:1-12)
Are we trying to manipulate God or worship Him? Is God’s presence in your life a source of joy or judgment? In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines believed they had conquered the God of Israel by capturing the ark, but what unfolds next is a powerful revelation: God cannot be controlled, co-opted, or contained. His hand brings victory over idols, judgment upon His enemies, and—ultimately—redemption through Christ for those who turn to Him in faith. In his sermon, “The Hand of the Lord,” Pastor Josiah unpacks the triumph of God's holiness over Dagon, the terror that falls on the Philistines, and the redemptive hope that shines bright in our lives when we reach out to the One who bore the hand of judgment in our place—Jesus Christ!
This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Ichabod: Where Is The Glory?” (1 Samuel 4:1-22)
Are there areas in your life where you are trusting in religious activity—rather than in God’s Word? What would it look like for your church to lose the presence of God but keep the appearance of faith? In 1 Samuel 4, Israel suffers a devastating defeat—not merely militarily, but spiritually—as the ark of God is captured and His glory departs. Despite having access to the Word of God through the prophet Samuel, the people ignore it and instead place their trust in a sacred object, assuming God's power could be wielded apart from faithful submission. This presumption leads to judgment: the priesthood collapses, the ark is lost, and “Ichabod” is declared—the glory has departed. But the story of Scripture doesn’t end in Ichabod. Through judgment, God prepares the way for restoration. In Christ, the glory returns—not in a box, but in a savior. Emmanuel—God with us—is the name now written over those who receive Him by faith.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“When God Speaks” (1 Samuel 3:1-21)
When was the last time you slowed down enough to hear God's voice? What do you do when God's Word is hard to receive? In a time when God's voice was rarely heard and spiritual darkness covered the land, the Lord broke His silence—not through a priest or a king, but through a young boy named Samuel. This moment would mark a turning point in Israel’s history and reveal something essential about how God speaks—and how we must respond. In his message, “When God Speaks,” centered on 1 Samuel 3:1-21, Pastor Josiah explores the critical difference between those who reject God's word and those who receive it in faith. God is still speaking. The question is—are we listening?
This sermon was preached on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“The Heart of Worship” (1 Samuel 2:12-36)
Does your worship reflect a heart that fears and honors God—or is it centered on yourself? Are you faithfully serving the Lord even when no one notices? In a world where spiritual leadership is often compromised and worship reduced to performance, 1 Samuel 2:12–36 reveals a sobering truth: God is not indifferent to how He is worshiped. As the sons of Eli defile the priesthood with selfishness and sin, God is already at work raising up a faithful servant—Samuel—who will honor Him. In his sermon, “The Heart of Worship,” Pastor Josiah explores the contrast between corrupt and faithful worship, reminding us that God sees every heart, judges unfaithfulness righteously, and exalts those who walk humbly before Him.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Preparing For A King” (1 Samuel 1:1-2:11)
Are you looking for hope in the middle of your brokenness? What if the silence you're experiencing is the soil where God is preparing your heart for the King? In a time of deep spiritual darkness, God heard the cry of a broken woman named Hannah—and through her sorrow and surrender, He began a redemptive movement that would ultimately lead to the true King. This week, Pastor Josiah preached a message centered on 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11, in which he showed how through Hannah’s story, we see God remember the lowly, raise up a prophet, and prepare His people for the hope they didn’t yet see coming. Hannah’s story is not just about answered prayer—it's about how God works in and through our times of brokenness and despair to bring about salvation and redemption.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Caring Enough To Change” (Nehemiah 1:1-2:8)
What are some of the major concerns in your life? What is something God is calling you to care about today? In his sermon “Caring Enough to Change” centered on Nehemiah 1:1-2:8, Doug Reed shared how Nehemiah cared enough about the community that God placed him in that he helped lead the charge to rebuild the city walls in only 52 days that had been left in ruins for over 144 years. Nehemiah was called by God to act, and he obeyed! What issues in your life is God calling you to act upon? How might we affect our city with the gospel in a drastic way simply by placing our faith in Christ and trusting in him?
This sermon was preached on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Called to Believe - Sent to Proclaim” (John 20:1-18)
Are you searching for hope but not sure where to find it? Have you heard the Resurrection story but never truly experienced the risen Jesus for yourself? Mary came to the tomb expecting death—but instead, she encountered the risen Christ. In this Easter message centered on John 20:1–18, Pastor Josiah shared how Jesus meets us in our brokenness, calls us by name, and sends us out with joy. This isn't just Mary's story—it's the story of every believer! Christ’s resurrection may seem like the end of the story, but it’s actually the beginning of a new one. For those who profess faith in Christ, the best part of Christ’s resurrection – is that it guarantees ours!
This sermon was preached on Sunday, April 20th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Endure In Christ” (2 Timothy 4:16-22)
When everyone else abandons you, who will stand with you? When the time comes, will Christ be your Advocate—or your Judge?
In his final words to Timothy, the apostle Paul describes a time when it appeared as if he stood defeated and alone in a Roman courtroom—but Paul wasn’t truly alone. In this powerful conclusion to 2 Timothy, Pastor Josiah shared how as believers, Christ stands with us in every trial, equips us for every moment, and will one day stand for us in the final judgment. Are you trying to stand on your own when you were never meant to? This message is not just about Paul’s courage to stand firm for the gospel — it’s about the unmerited grace that we receive from Christ and serves as a timely reminder that those who endure in Christ are never alone!
This sermon was preached on Sunday, April 13th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Friendship Matters” (2 Timothy 4:9-15)
Who do you turn to when life gets tough? Could your friends count on you to stand by them in their darkest hours? In this week’s message, based on 2 Timothy 4:9-15, Pastor Josiah explores how the Apostle Paul, facing his final days in a Roman prison, longed for the companionship of faithful friends like Timothy, Mark, and Luke to help him endure his hardships—emphasizing that true friends are vital for surviving life’s toughest moments by pointing us to the gospel and Christ’s unwavering presence. Dive into the full sermon to discover how faithful friendships not only reflect God’s love but also equip us to endure until the end!
This sermon was preached on Sunday, April 6th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“The End Is Near” (2 Timothy 4:6-8)
In a world where the end often feels near, Paul’s words to Timothy ring out with unshakable hope and enduring resolve. In his sermon, “The End Is Near” centered on 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Pastor Josiah shared how even though Paul is facing his final days in a cold prison cell, he has no reason to fear, because the reward waiting for him in eternity, far outweighs the hardships he has experienced in this life.
As Paul reflects on a life poured out like a drink offering to God—fiercely fought, faithfully completed, and steadfastly anchored in faith, there is a crown of righteousness that is waiting for Paul. This reward is not earned by his works but secured by his Redeemer. And the best part is, that same prize isn’t just for Paul—it’s for all who endure, who cling to Christ through every trial, and endure to the end by placing their faith in Him.
So, as the clock ticks and eternity looms, the question remains: Are we living for ourselves, chasing fleeting highs “our way,” or are we ready to die for the One who promises life beyond the grave? The end is near, but for the faithful, it’s only the beginning of glory.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, March 30th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Keep On Truckin’” (2 Timothy 3:14-17)
In his sermon, “Keep On Truckin’” based on 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Pastor Josiah emphasizes the importance of holding fast to Christ and His teachings, especially in times of suffering and persecution. He reminds us that, just as Timothy was encouraged to stay rooted in what he had learned, we too must cling to the truth of Scripture, which is inspired, profitable, authoritative, and beneficial for the work that God has given us to do. By standing firm in God’s Word, we gain the strength to endure challenges and finish well in our faith journey. Pastor Josiah urges us to remember that true resilience comes from relying on Christ and remaining steadfast in His truth.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, March 16th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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“Mentorship Matters” (2 Timothy 3:10-13)
In his sermon entitled "Mentorship Matters," Pastor Josiah emphasizes the importance of learning from godly mentors by looking at Paul’s relationship with Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:10-13. He highlights how Paul’s example—his teachings, way of life, faith, patience, and endurance—serve as a model for us today. Pastor Josiah encourages us to seek out mentors who will guide us in our faith journey and reminds us that living for Christ often comes with challenges, including persecution. However, by staying rooted in Scripture and following the example of strong Christian mentors, we can stand firm and grow in our walk with God.
This sermon was preached on Sunday, March 9th, 2025 at Redeeming Life Church.
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