The Lookout Weekly Podcast

Discover the profound wisdom in Jesus' parable of wheat and weeds and learn how to navigate life when good and evil coexist. This powerful biblical teaching from Matthew 13 reveals essential truths about spiritual warfare, patience, and hope that every Christian needs to understand. Learn why Jesus used parables to teach complex spiritual truths and how stories help us make sense of reality. Explore the enemy's strategy of counterfeiting God's work and planting destructive seeds right in the middle of what God is building. Understand why good and evil grow together in our world, churches, and even our own hearts, and discover how to avoid two dangerous extremes in spiritual warfare. Find out why God allows this mixture to continue and what it means for believers living in a broken world. Learn practical ways to practice discernment without becoming paranoid, celebrate what God is doing right instead of focusing only on problems, and trust God's perfect timing for justice. This message addresses common struggles Christians face when dealing with evil in the world, marriage problems, church conflicts, and personal battles with sin. Discover how to identify your real enemy and stop fighting the wrong battles against other people. Learn why focusing on wheat instead of weeds transforms your perspective on relationships, community, and personal growth. Perfect for anyone struggling with disappointment, frustration with evil in the world, or wondering why God doesn't immediately fix everything wrong. Essential viewing for understanding biblical wisdom about good versus evil, spiritual warfare principles, and living with hope in difficult times.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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Discover the powerful truth of where God truly longs to dwell—not in grand temples or breathtaking landscapes, but within your very heart. This message looks at how King David dreamed of building a magnificent temple for God, yet God’s plan was always deeper: to make His home within His people. Jesus spoke of the “inner room,” a sacred place inside each of us where His presence abides. In a world buzzing with noise, anxiety, and endless information, that inner sanctuary has never been more vital. What we nurture in our hearts inevitably shapes our words, relationships, and spiritual influence. Through scriptures like Ezekiel 36, John 14, 1 Corinthians 6, Matthew 6, and Colossians, this teaching reveals God’s timeless desire to dwell within us—and offers practical ways to guard that sacred space, nurture His presence, and live from the inside out.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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The Posture of Worship: Building Altars, Not Thrones
Discover the difference between building thrones of self-importance and altars of surrender. Drawing from King David’s attempt to move the Ark of the Covenant, this message shows why good intentions aren’t enough and how casualness toward God’s presence can be dangerous. Learn why obedience matters more than intention, how to recognize “thrones” of pride or control in your life, and practical ways to turn them into altars of worship—whether in relationships, work, finances, or daily choices. True effectiveness in God’s kingdom flows not from authority, but from surrender.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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Discover the profound meaning of worship beyond Sunday services in this eye-opening message about becoming a kingdom of priests. Explore how King David's actions in 2 Samuel 6 weren't just ceremonial but revolutionary—recreating the environment of Eden where heaven and earth overlapped. Learn how the Garden of Eden established God's original plan for humans to function as priests in direct communion with Him, and how sin disrupted this divine design.This message reveals how Jesus fulfilled the priesthood, becoming our ultimate High Priest and restoring direct access to God for all believers. Understand the powerful implications of 1 Peter 2:9, which describes believers as a royal priesthood called to proclaim God's excellencies.Discover two transformative truths about worship: first, that we're invited into firsthand encounters with Jesus without needing human mediators; and second, that we're called to extend God's presence into every environment we enter. Learn practical ways to embrace your priestly identity by seeking daily encounters with God, identifying environments where you can extend His presence, and practicing blessing others.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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In this sermon, we explore how King David’s 33-year worship initiative transformed Israel—and how worship can transform our lives today. In this message, you’ll see how worship shapes our thoughts, replaces negative voices with God’s truth, and helps us connect with Him through praise, thanksgiving, intercession, and prophecy. We’ll also look at fascinating links between modern neuroscience and ancient worship practices, showing how regular worship not only renews our minds but also impacts our emotions, relationships, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative patterns, distant from God, or simply hungry for fresh perspective, this teaching will encourage you to reset your life’s soundtrack to heaven’s reality.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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Discover what it truly means to keep God at the center of your life through powerful lessons from King David's example of worship. This message explores how worship extends far beyond Sunday services to encompass our entire existence—body, soul, and spirit. Learn the stark contrast between David, who prioritized God's presence by bringing the Ark to Jerusalem, and King Saul, who gradually lost his spiritual center through pride and self-reliance.Explore what happens when God occupies the central place in your life and how everything else—your decisions, work, finances, recreation, and relationships—naturally reorders itself around His presence. Understand why David's 'eccentric' worship (literally living off-center with God at the center) led to a life of purpose and power, while Saul's self-centered approach led to his downfall.This teaching provides practical steps to evaluate different areas of your life and realign them with God at the center. Discover how to invite God into your decision-making process, consecrate your work as worship, honor Him with your finances, include Him in your recreation, and make Him the foundation of your relationships.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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Soldier, Athlete, Farmer: Three Mindsets for Faithful Christian Living.

Discover the three powerful mindsets Paul teaches in 2 Timothy 2:1-7 that can transform your Christian walk. In a culture that constantly shapes our thinking, these biblical metaphors provide a framework for faithful living that resists worldly patterns. The soldier mindset teaches us to remain undistracted and mission-focused, living to please our Master rather than getting entangled in civilian pursuits. Learn how to wake up each day asking for your marching orders and staying focused on God's mission for your life. The athlete mindset emphasizes discipline, training, and integrity. Christianity isn't a spectator sport - it requires active participation and development. Understand the difference between merely praying for changed circumstances versus developing the character needed to overcome challenges. The farmer mindset cultivates patience, diligence, and trust in future harvests. In our instant-gratification culture, discover the power of sowing faithfully and waiting for God's timing to bring the harvest. These three mindsets are especially valuable during challenging seasons, helping us to stay focused on God's kingdom rather than conforming to worldly patterns. Whether you're facing distractions, lacking discipline, or growing impatient with your spiritual progress, these biblical perspectives offer practical guidance.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado. 

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In John 11, Jesus encounters Lazarus — and through that encounter, He shows us how personally God knows and calls each one of us. This message explores how Jesus steps into our grief, meets us in our struggles, and speaks life where there seems to be only death. When Jesus cried, “Lazarus, come out!” it revealed that His relationship with us is deeply personal, never generic. No matter how hopeless or stuck we may feel, His voice can awaken us to new life and purpose. Join us for a powerful reminder that God knows your name, sees your pain, and still calls you into His hope and destiny.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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Jesus’ invitation, “Let the children come to me,” isn’t just about kids—it’s about how all of us can enter God’s kingdom here and now. This message explores the “true self,” the God-given core of who we are, and how we often lose touch with it as we grow up, taking on a “false self” shaped by shame and the feeling of never being enough. Drawing on Scripture, Christian mystics, and practical spiritual practices, you’ll learn how to drop the facades, approach Jesus with childlike trust, and experience His loving gaze today—not someday in the future.

This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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In John 8:1–12, Jesus is confronted with a woman caught in adultery—used as bait in a trap set by religious leaders demanding judgment. But instead of condemning her, He turns the moment into a powerful lesson in grace, saying, “Let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone.” One by one, the accusers walk away, and Jesus offers her both compassion and a call to transformation: “Neither do I condemn you. Go and sin no more.” This message explores what it means to lead with grace and truth in a world quick to judge. Through Jesus’ example—and a powerful modern story of redemption—you’ll discover what it looks like to drop the stones, face your own heart, and embody the light of Christ in your relationships, even in the midst of shame, failure, or conflict.


This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.

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