Epikos Church Sermons

"What do you do when God gives you a promise, but the path forward doesn’t make sense? In Joshua 6, God calls His people to march around the walls of Jericho, trusting His instructions even when they couldn’t see how the victory would come. Sometimes faith means taking the next step when the breakthrough hasn’t happened yet. It means trusting God’s Word, obeying His voice, and believing that He is at work even when nothing seems to be changing. The walls may look impossible, but no obstacle is greater than our God.

In today's message, we’re reminded that following Jesus is about trusting Him one step at a time. When the waiting gets hard, the obstacles seem too big, and the answers don’t come as quickly as we hoped, we’re called to keep walking in faith. God is faithful, His promises are true, and our job is to trust Him with the outcome. Don’t give up. Don’t lose heart. Keep praying, keep obeying, and keep moving forward. The same God who led Joshua and the Israelites is still at work today."

"What if the delay isn’t a detour, but part of God’s design? In Joshua 5, we find Israel standing on the edge of a promise, yet before they move forward, God calls them to pause. Sometimes, God’s timing doesn’t look like our timing, and the waiting can leave us wondering what He’s doing. But even when it feels like nothing is happening, God is still at work. In this message, When the Delay Is Design, we’ll discover how God uses seasons of waiting to prepare us for what’s next, deepen our trust in Him, and remind us that His promises are always worth waiting for.

If you’re in a season where progress feels slow and the next step isn’t clear, be encouraged: God may be doing something in the delay that you can’t yet see. At Epikos, we believe following Jesus means learning to trust Him in every season, even when His plans don’t unfold the way we expected. Join us as we explore Joshua 5 and discover how to find purpose in the pause, trust God’s process, and move forward in His timing. The delay may not mean you’re being denied. It may be part of the design."

"What does it look like to trust God when He calls you to take a step into the unknown? In Joshua 3–4, the people of Israel stand at the edge of the Jordan River, preparing to enter the land God promised them. With the river before them and an uncertain future ahead, they are invited to trust God's presence, follow His leading, and move forward in faith. In the sermon, we explore what it means to trust God when the next step feels impossible and to believe that He is faithful to do what He has promised.

God doesn't just lead His people through the impossible; He gives them reminders of His faithfulness along the way. As Israel builds a memorial from the stones of the Jordan, they create a way to remember what God has done and tell the story to the next generation. We all need reminders of God's faithfulness, especially when we're facing new seasons, uncertain paths, or challenges that feel bigger than us. Join us as we discover how remembering God's past faithfulness gives us courage to take our next step of faith."

"What happens when God uses someone the world has already labeled, overlooked, or counted out? In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab—a woman with a complicated past who finds herself at the center of God’s unfolding story. Her story reminds us that God sees beyond our labels, meets us in unexpected places, and is able to redeem and renew lives in ways we never could have imagined.

Joshua 2 challenges us to consider what it looks like to trust God when the path ahead is uncertain and to recognize that His purposes are bigger than our circumstances or our past. As we look at Rahab’s faith, courage, and response to the God of Israel, we’ll discover what it means to trust God, take the next step, and live as people shaped by His grace. No matter where you find yourself today, your past doesn’t have to define your future—God is still writing your story."

"Joshua 1 is a powerful reminder that following God doesn’t mean we’ll never face fear, uncertainty, or change—it means we never face them alone. As Joshua steps into a new season of leadership, God calls him to be strong, courageous, and faithful to His Word. In this message, we’ll discover what it looks like to trust God when the path ahead feels unfamiliar and to move forward knowing that His presence goes with us.

Wherever you find yourself today, God is still calling you to take the next step. You may not know everything that’s ahead, but you can know who goes with you. Let’s learn from Joshua 1 how God’s presence, promises, and Word give us courage to move forward with faith."

"What does it look like to live differently because of the gospel? In 1 Peter 4:8–10, Peter calls us to love one another deeply, extend hospitality, and faithfully use the gifts God has given us. In a world that can easily pull us toward isolation, division, and self-focus, Jesus invites His people into something different—a community marked by grace, love, generosity, and service.

God has uniquely gifted each of us, not simply for ourselves, but to build up His church and make His grace visible to the people around us. As we trust Jesus, grow together, and serve faithfully, our everyday lives become opportunities to point others toward the goodness of God. Join us as we explore what it means to love deeply, serve faithfully, and steward the gifts God has entrusted to us."

"What happens when we make room for God to move? In Acts 2, the Holy Spirit fills ordinary people with extraordinary power, transforming a gathering of believers into a movement that would change the world. God is still moving today—and He’s inviting us to clear out the distractions, open our hearts, and make room for His presence, His power, and His purpose.

In this message, we’ll discover what it looks like to create space for the Holy Spirit to work in our lives and through our church. When we surrender control and make room for God, we make room for transformation, community, courage, and mission. Come expectant. Come ready. Make room for what God wants to do."

"What happens when we stop and recognize just how worthy God is of our praise? Psalm 148–150 gives us a sweeping picture of worship that reaches from the heavens to the earth, from the stars and skies to every person who draws breath. These Psalms remind us that praise isn’t reserved for a Sunday service—it’s the natural response to who God is, what He has done, and the incredible grace He has shown us.

In this message, we’ll explore what it means to live a life of praise, even when our circumstances don’t feel worthy of celebration. The Psalms point us toward a God who is great, faithful, and worthy of our worship—and ultimately toward Jesus, through whom we experience God’s grace and new life. Whether you’re celebrating, struggling, or somewhere in between, Psalm 148–150 invites you to lift your eyes, remember who God is, and let everything that has breath praise the Lord."

Psalm 82 confronts us with a God who sees injustice and calls His people to see it too. In a world where power can be misused, where the vulnerable can be overlooked, and where justice can feel out of reach, this Psalm reminds us that God stands above every authority and holds every ruler accountable. What does it look like to live faithfully when the world around us feels anything but fair? Psalm 82 invites us to trust the God who judges rightly and to take seriously His call to defend the weak, care for the vulnerable, and pursue what is good.

But Psalm 82 ultimately points us beyond the broken systems and imperfect people around us to the perfect King who is coming. Our hope isn't found in human power, political influence, or our ability to fix everything ourselves. Our hope is found in Jesus—the One who reigns with perfect justice, brings redemption where there is brokenness, and calls His people to live differently in the world. As we sit with Psalm 82, we're invited to ask not only, ""What's wrong with the world?"" but also, ""How is God calling me to live in it?"" Join us as we discover what it means to trust God's justice, reflect His heart, and live faithfully under the reign of Jesus.

To view extra resources for Psalm 82, head to https://epikos.org/divine-council-the-unseen-realm/

"Psalm 91 reminds us that true security isn’t found in having control over our circumstances, but in knowing the God who is with us in the middle of them. When fear, uncertainty, and trouble surround us, Scripture invites us to make God our refuge and place our trust in His character. This Psalm gives us a powerful picture of what it means to dwell in God’s presence, rest in His protection, and live with confidence because He is faithful.

What would change if you truly believed that God is your refuge? In this message, we’ll explore Psalm 91 and discover how faith moves us from fear to trust, from anxiety to confidence, and from trying to control everything to resting in the God who holds us. No matter what you’re facing, you don’t have to face it alone. God is near, He is faithful, and He invites you to find your security in Him. Join us as we open God’s Word and learn what it means to trust Him in every season."