Pastor Simons’ Simple Sermons

This week, we turn to one of the most powerful pictures of God’s redeeming love—Hosea 3. Through Hosea’s obedience to buy back his unfaithful wife, we see a striking reflection of the Lord’s relentless love and grace toward His people. Despite our rebellion, God does not forsake us. Instead, He seeks us, purchases our freedom at great cost, and restores us to Himself. Join us as we explore the depths of God’s love and what it means to be redeemed, restored, and awaiting the day when we will fully dwell with Him.

This week we look at King Jehoram of Israel in 2 Kings 3-9. We see that Jehoram had a unique opportunity to lead his people back to the Lord. Instead, he chose to follow in the sinful footsteps of those before him. Through his story, we explore the consequences of spiritual compromise, the danger of ignoring God’s warnings, and the importance of faithful leadership. We see timely lessons from a tragic legacy and are reminded of the call to wholehearted obedience to God.

This week, we explore the reign and rebellion of King Ahaziah and how his actions reveal four ways God demonstrates His supreme authority. From God's rule over nations and leaders to His Word delivered through His prophet Elijah, to divine judgment tempered by mercy, and finally, His unwavering faithfulness to fulfill His Word—this message is a call to recognize and submit to the authority of God in every area of life. We are reminded that while human leaders rise and fall, God's authority stands unchallenged and eternal.

This week, we take a look into Hebrews 3:1-19, where we are called to fix our eyes on Jesus, the faithful Son over God’s house. We’ll explore the contrast between Christ and Moses, the danger of an unbelieving heart, and the urgent need to encourage one another daily. This passage warns us against the deceitfulness of sin and challenges us to hold fast to our confidence in Christ. Join us as we unpack these truths and apply them to our daily walk of faith.

This week we explore Jeremiah 31:31-34 and God's promise of a New Covenant. Unlike the old covenant, which was broken due to human failure, this covenant is founded on God's grace, transforming hearts and establishing a personal relationship with Him. We discuss how this promise is fulfilled in Christ, bringing forgiveness, inward renewal, and the assurance that God Himself enables His people to walk in His ways. Join us as we uncover the richness of this passage and its impact on our daily walk with the Lord.

This week, we explore Hebrews 2:10-18 and the profound truth that Jesus, through His suffering, became the perfect Savior. We see how He identifies with us fully—calling us His brothers, sharing in our humanity, and breaking the power of sin and death. His suffering was not only necessary for our salvation but also demonstrated His love and faithfulness as our High Priest. Because of His victory, we no longer need to live in fear, and we can trust Him to help us in our struggles.

Join us as we reflect on the greatness of Christ and what it means to live in the freedom He has won for us!

This week we explore Hebrews 2:5-9 and the profound truth of Christ’s humility and exaltation. The author of Hebrews returns to his central theme—the superiority of Christ over angels—by addressing an important question: How does Christ’s incarnation relate to His supremacy?

As we continue our journey through Hebrews, we come to the first warning passage in the book—Hebrews 2:1-4. The author urges his readers to pay close attention to the gospel message, warning of the danger of drifting away. Using nautical imagery, he illustrates how neglecting Christ’s superior message leads to spiritual drifting. He then reminds us that if disobedience under the Old Covenant, given through angels, carried serious consequences, how much more accountable are we under the New Covenant, revealed by Christ Himself? Finally, we see the gospel’s confirmation through Jesus, the apostles, and God’s miraculous signs.

In this passage, Isaiah gives a profound prophecy of the Messiah, revealing both His suffering and His ultimate triumph. Jesus, the Servant of the Lord, was despised and rejected, bearing our griefs and carrying our sorrows. Though sinless, He was wounded for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities. His suffering was not in vain—it was the will of the Lord to crush Him so that we might be healed and justified.

Yet, the passage does not end in sorrow. The Servant who was led like a lamb to the slaughter is also the One who will see the fruit of His sacrifice. He will be exalted, for He has borne the sins of many and made intercession for transgressors.

In today’s world, there’s often an overly high regard for angels—whether it’s through pop culture, personal experiences, or spiritual fascination. But how does that compare to the biblical truth about Christ’s superiority?

As we continue our study of Hebrews, we look at the rest of chapter 1, where the author uses several Old Testament references to prove that Jesus, the Messiah, is far greater than the angels. In this sermon, we’ll explore the unique position of the Son, the worship given to Him by angels, His eternal throne, and His divine authority. Join us as we see how these truths not only elevate our view of Christ but also bring clarity to the rightful place of angels in God’s plan.