Redeemer's Fellowship

What does the death of Jesus actually accomplish, and how should it change the way we live every single day? In this message from Luke 23:26–49, Pastor Christie takes us to the cross, where Jesus endured unimaginable suffering, bore the weight of humanity’s sin, and gave His life to secure our redemption. Through the story of Simon of Cyrene, the supernatural darkness that covered the land, and the tearing of the temple veil, we see the extraordinary significance of Christ’s finished work. When Jesus declared, “It is finished,” He announced that our sin debt had been paid once and for all, the barrier between God and humanity had been removed, and a new way into God’s presence had been opened. The cross is not simply an event in history or a moment we revisit at Easter. It is the foundation of our hope, the source of our freedom, and the reason we can approach God with confidence. No matter how dark our circumstances may seem, the finished work of Jesus changes everything. Our sin is paid for. Our access to God is secure. And every season, every circumstance, and every day is transformed in light of what the cross has accomplished.

We all face seasons when our faith is shaken. In this message from Luke 22:31–34, 54–62, Pastor Billy walks through Jesus’ warning to Peter, Satan’s attempt to sift him like wheat, and Peter’s heartbreaking denial of Jesus. But this passage isn’t ultimately about Peter’s failure, it’s about how God can use even our most painful moments to refine our faith, expose our pride, and make us more like Christ. Jesus doesn’t promise that we’ll be spared from trials, but He does intercede for us and remain faithful even when we fail Him. And the good news is that failure doesn’t have to be the end of our story. Jesus restores the repentant and still has a purpose for them. If you’ve ever wondered why God allows difficult seasons or struggled with the realization that your own strength isn’t enough, this message reminds us that we can be shaken without being abandoned, refined without being destroyed, and restored by the grace of Jesus.

What happens when betrayal comes from someone we trust, and how do we move forward when someone close to us turns against us? In this message from Luke 22:1-6, 47-53, Pastor Billy explores Judas’s betrayal of Jesus, the motives behind his treachery, and the sobering reality of the power of darkness at work in a broken world. Through Judas’s story, we see how greed, unrepentant sin, and misplaced expectations can lead us away from Christ, even as God’s sovereign purposes continue to unfold. But this passage also points us toward Jesus, who faced betrayal without abandoning His mission. His example shows us how to acknowledge the wounds others inflict without allowing their choices to define our lives or determine our future. At the same time, we are challenged to examine our own hearts and ask whether we have ever betrayed the trust of someone else. If you’ve ever experienced the pain of betrayal, struggled to move forward after trust was broken, or wondered how to respond when someone you love turns against you, this message is for you.

What did Jesus mean when He warned of Jerusalem’s destruction and declared that the times of the Gentiles had begun? And what does this period of history mean for us today? In this message from Luke 21:20–24, Pastor Billy explores Jesus’ prophecy of Jerusalem’s destruction, the judgment that would come upon the city, and the unfolding of God’s plan to take the Gospel to all nations. Jesus reminds us that God knows the future, His purposes will stand, and history is moving toward His appointed end. The times of the Gentiles are not a pause in God’s plan—they are a central part of it. Until Jesus returns, the mission of the Church remains clear: to take the good news of Jesus to every man, woman, and child, in our own communities and to the ends of the earth. The window is still open. The mission is still ours. And we must not sit it out.

Jesus never promised His followers an easy road. In this message from Luke 21:5-19, Pastor Billy walks through Jesus’ warning about the destruction of the Temple, the rise of false teachers, wars and disasters, and the persecution Christians would face. But this passage isn’t ultimately about predicting dates or figuring out exactly when the end will come, it’s about learning how to live faithfully when the world feels uncertain. Jesus calls us not to be afraid, not to be led astray, and to see every difficult circumstance as an opportunity to bear witness to Him. If you’ve ever wondered how Christians should respond when the world feels chaotic, frightening, or hostile to their faith, this message reminds us that Jesus is still in control and every challenge can become an opportunity to share His hope.

What does it look like to trust that this life is not the end, and that God is the God of the living? In this message from Luke 20:27-40, Pastor Billy explores Jesus’ encounter with the Sadducees, their challenge concerning the resurrection, and Jesus’ powerful declaration that God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Jesus exposes their attempt to reshape Scripture around their own assumptions while revealing the hope of a future resurrection and a life with God that is far greater than anything we can fully imagine. As Jesus points us toward the reality of heaven, He reminds us that death is not the end for those who belong to Him and that what awaits us is not loss, but gain. But the passage also challenges us to approach God’s Word as students rather than editors, allowing Scripture to shape our lives instead of reshaping Scripture to fit our preferences. If you’ve ever wrestled with what happens after death, wondered what heaven will be like, or struggled with the parts of Scripture that challenge you, this message is for you.

What does it look like to recognize that everything we have ultimately belongs to God? In this message from Luke 19:45-20:18, Pastor Billy explores Jesus’ confrontation with the religious leaders, His parable of the wicked tenants, and His declaration that the rejected stone has become the cornerstone. Jesus exposes humanity’s tendency to live as though we are the owners of our lives, while revealing the incredible patience and grace of the Father who sends His beloved Son to rescue us. As Jesus calls us to repentance and faith, He reminds us that He is not only the Savior who died for us, but the Cornerstone upon which our entire lives must be built. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to surrender ownership of your life and build everything around Jesus, this message is for you.

What if the way we think about church is keeping us from experiencing what Jesus intended it to be? What happens when we see church as a building, a Sunday service, or someone else’s responsibility instead of recognizing that we are the Church?

In this message, “The Church: Top 9 Myths About Church,” guest teacher John Blue challenges common misconceptions about church, from money and evangelism to discipleship, cultural tension, and the failures of the Church. Scripture reveals that the Church is more than a place we attend - it’s a people God has called, equipped, and sent.

Jesus calls us beyond comfortable Christianity and into a life of community, obedience, discipleship, and love. The question isn't simply, “Do I go to church?” but “Am I being the Church?”

What does it look like to have a heart that cares about what Jesus cares about? In this message from Luke 19:28-48, Pastor Abbie explores Jesus’ tears over Jerusalem, His anger at what had become of the temple, and His determination to redeem what is broken. As Jesus transforms our hearts, He teaches us to see the world differently, care about the things that break His heart, and join Him in His redemptive work. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to truly follow Jesus and let His heart shape your own, this message is for you.

Jesus enters Jericho and meets Zacchaeus, a wealthy tax collector who was hated, corrupt, and far from God. But one encounter with Jesus changes everything. In Luke 19:1–10, we see what happens when Jesus calls a sinner by name, offers him friendship, and brings about genuine salvation. Zacchaeus doesn’t simply receive forgiveness - his heart changes, his priorities change, and his actions begin to change. His story shows us that grace and justice aren't enemies: grace produces repentance, and a changed heart produces a changed life. The Gospel isn't about cleaning yourself up so Jesus will accept you; it's about meeting Jesus, receiving His grace, and letting Him transform you from the inside out. Jesus still calls sinners by name, still invites us into friendship with Him, and still changes lives today.