This message unpacks how God’s promises—like provision, rest, clarity, and freedom—often come with conditions that invite our obedience and perseverance. Through the story of Jericho, we discover three keys to possessing God’s promises: pushing through resistance, claiming only what He has promised, and following His instructions. It challenges us …

Complementary New Testament Passage:Hebrews 1Sermon Outline:The Surpassing Beauty of the GroomThe Terrible Power of the GroomThe Divinity of the GroomThe Beauty of the Grooms BrideThe Eternal Glory of that MarriageFamily Discussion Questions:Where was Jesus before he was in Marys belly?Why did our saviour need to be God?Why should people who ignore…

Genesis 1-2

This message explores Joshua’s encounter with a mysterious warrior near Jericho and demonstrates from Scripture that the figure is a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ. By examining His identity as the Commander of the Lord’s army, His acceptance of worship, and His declaration of holy ground, the passage reveals Christ’s eternal presence and…

Complementary New Testament Passage:1 Thessalonians 1Sermon Outline:What returning to the Lord looks likeThe Blessings offered to those who returnI set before you life and death: choose lifeFamily Discussion Questions:Was Hoseas wife good to him?What did Hosea when his wife left him?What does this teach us about God?Can someone say that they want t…

2 Corinthians 13:1-14

This message explores how God reveals Himself as both powerful and faithful through His provision for Israel in the wilderness and in the Promised Land. Drawing from Joshua 5:11–12, it highlights that God provides, invites our participation, and often supplies our needs in different ways. It also addresses the challenging question of why God’s prov…

Complementary New Testament Passage:1 Corinthians 15:50-58Sermon Outline:The shameful effects of sinWould you prefer the Lord to lift you up or tear you down?Who can help you if you reject the Lord?The Lord will turn his anger on death itselfIsraels history foreshadows the ultimate result of choosing evilFamily Discussion Questions:What silly and e…

2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Just as Canadians pause on Remembrance Day to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom, Joshua 5:10 records Israel’s own “Remembrance Day” — the Passover — a sacred reminder of God’s deliverance. In this message, we trace the Passover from its first celebration in Egypt to its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. Through His sacrif…

Complementary New Testament Passage:John 3:16-35Sermon Title:By the Help of your Never-changing God, Return to HimSermon Outline:By the Help of your Never-changing God, Return to HimThe Self-Assured will find themselves in tentsRescued and kept from your guilt by the Word of GodFamily Discussion Questions:What did Jacob do in order to get more than…

2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Before claiming the land, Israel had to reclaim their identity. God’s covenant mark reminded them who they belonged to—and who they no longer were. In Christ, we too are cut from our old life and raised into something brand new. The sign has changed, but the call remains: belong fully to God.De către Gospel City Church

Complementary Old Testament Passage:Psalm 103:1-13Sermon Outline:The Rebellious Son RepentsThe Gracious Father Restores and RejoicesThe Remaining Son ResentsDe către Kevin Versteeg

2 Corinthians 11:16-33

We all forget — but God calls His people to remember. Just as Israel set up twelve stones from the Jordan to remind future generations of God’s faithfulness and power, we too need memorials that point us back to what God has done. Remembering shapes who we are, strengthens our faith, and fuels our obedience when new obstacles arise. Today, the chur…

Sermon Outline:The Redeemed are called by grace as a sonThe Tender Fatherly Care of His FamilyThe Discipline of the Lord for those who refuse to turn to himThe Sincere compassion of the Lord for his childrenThe Fatherly Roar of the Lord brings Humbled children homeFamily Discussion Questions:What country were Gods people slaves in?How did he rescue…

2 Corinthians 11:1-15

This message examines Israel’s crossing of the Jordan River as a powerful moment of transition from wilderness wandering to entering God’s promises. It explains the historical and spiritual significance of the Jordan River and the Ark of the Covenant, showing how God miraculously stopped the river’s flow to lead His people forward. The sermon draws…

Sermon Outline:Unfaithfulness to God removes your ability to worshipEmpty worship turns your blessings into cursesSin is rejecting a Good King for a slavemasterFamily Discussion Questions:Should we only worship God with our words or also our heart?Should we listen to pastors who disagree with the Bible?What should we do when God gives us good thing…

2 Corinthians 10

In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab—a surprising hero who risked everything to align with the God of Israel. As judgment loomed over Jericho, Rahab’s faith and quick action became her family’s path to salvation. This message draws powerful parallels between her story and our own need to be saved from coming judgment. God's mercy is still available today for…

Complementary NewTestament Passage:Galatians 6:1-10Sermon Outline:Sound the alarm about false knowledge of GodThe government you desire reveals the God you desireSow compromise and reap irrelevanceYour sin will take you back to EgyptFamily Discussion Questions:Are any sins safe to do?Should governments make laws that God loves?What bad thing did Is…

2 Corinthians 8-9

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Complementary NewTestament Passage:Matthew 23:13-36Sermon Title:Faithful are the Wounds from JesusSermon Outline:Fear of Man is like a raging ovenMixing with the world makes the church like an unevenly cooked cakeRunning to other saviours makes the church like a silly doveWorldly sorrow makes the church like a sabotaged bowFamily Discussion Questio…

2 Corinthians 7:2-16

In this message a striking parallel is drawn between Joshua addressing Israel and Jesus speaking to His church today. It reminds us that when someone speaks to us—especially Christ—our response reveals our heart and shapes the whole community of believers. We are called to hear His clear commands and rely on His strength to obey. In doing so, we di…

Complementary NewTestament Passage:Matthew 27:62-28:10Sermon Outline:Raised on the third day so that we would know the LordSacrifice is so we can know God, not avoid HimFaithlessness to Gods covenant results in bloodshedThe Redeemed see that our sins are before Gods faceFamily Discussion Questions:Why did God not tell Adam to make sacrifices before…

2 Corinthians 6:14 - 7:1

This message explores the powerful example of the 2½ tribes in Joshua 1 who, though they had already secured their land and rest, were called to cross the Jordan and fight for their brothers until everyone received their promise. In the same way, God calls spiritually mature believers today to use their strength, peace, and victories—not for isolat…

Complementary NewTestament Passage:1 Timothy 4:6-16Sermon Outline:The Sins of the Leaders OmissionThe Fruitlessness of SinDo Not Join in with SinThe Sin of the Leaders CommissionTheImpairing Effects of Our SinFamily Discussion Questions:How were the priests supposed to help the people?Should pastors be happy or sad when people disobey God?Why shoul…

2 Corinthians 5:11 - 6:13

This message unpacks how God moves His people as one through a clear chain of communication—seen in Joshua’s leadership and fulfilled through Jesus and His church. Just like Israel followed Joshua into the Promised Land, the church today follows Jesus through the leadership He’s established. God’s design for unity through His Word and His leaders i…

Complementary NewTestament Passage:Romans 8:18-30Sermon Outline:A very effective marriage proposalThe Groom describes the location of the honeymoonHosea and Gomer: a costly and exclusive marriageWhat this will look like in historyFamily Discussion Questions:Who is the Husband of the Church?Why did he have to pay a price in order to marry her?What d…

2 Corinthians 5:1-10

God's command to "be strong and courageous" isn’t about self-confidence—it’s about trusting His promises, obeying His Word, and knowing He’s with you. Strength is the ability to do the hard thing; courage is the resolve to do it despite fear. Joshua 1:6–9 reminds us that faith closes the gap between our weakness and God's faithfulness. Because Jesu…

Sermon Outline:God is seeking true childrenThankfulness is medicine against cheatingGod targets lovers trying to take His wifeFamily Discussion Questions:Who is the Churchs husband?If we all start as enemies, how does a person become a child of God?Who is it that gives us our food?What should we use the things God gives us for?How did Jesus become …

2 Corinthians 4

Before Israel could step into the Promised Land, they had to prepare. In Joshua 1, God speaks to Joshua with a blunt truth—“Moses is dead”—and a bold command: “Get ready to go.” Grief, fear, and comfort can keep us stuck, but God’s promises are still alive. He gives us everything we need to move forward: a clear calling, the guarantee of His presen…

Complementary NewTestament Passage:Romans 9:14-29Sermon Outline:The Lord takes an unfaithful brideThere is a harvest for what is sowedMercy for those without mercyStrangers become children of the living GodFamily Discussion Questions:Who is Jesus wife?Why should we not pick our wives or husbands the way Jesus did?Do people start being the children …

2 Corinthians 2:14-3:18

This message is a preview of the book of Joshua, showing how its ancient story of leadership, promise, opposition, and obedience mirrors our spiritual journey today. Just as Joshua led Israel into the Promised Land, Jesus leads us into the abundant life God has promised. But walking in that promise requires faith, obedience, and trust in God’s Word…

Complementary Old Testament Passage:Zechariah 3:1-8Sermon Outline:1. How we walk in this world is defined by Christ2. Called to newness of life3. Putting Off Putting On: the sanctification of the believerFamily Discussion Questions:When we are spiritually dead, what can we not do?How are we made spiritually alive?When we are made spiritually alive …

2 Corinthians 1:23 - 2:13

Paul ends his letter to the Colossians the same way he started it - with the grace of God. This final message in our series looks at how the grace of God to the Colossians is found in the very words that the apostle wrote to them. The entire book of Colossians is an undeserved gift of God's goodness to us. The Word of God to us is the grace of God …

Paul is nearly finished his letter to the Colossians. But before he wraps it up he leaves them with some final instructions. He calls them to love the other local churches in their area, to love the Word of God, and to love those in the congregation who need some encouragement - instructions that should still be observed by every local church today…

Complementary Old Testament Passage:Psalm 119:57-64Sermon Outline:A Loaf Devoted to the Apostles TeachingAn Assembly Devoted to WorshipAn Assembly Devoted to One AnotherA Loaf with a Glorious AromaFamily Discussion Questions:What did the people do together after they trusted in Jesus and were baptized?How often should the whole church gather togeth…

2 Corinthians 1:12-22

Complementary Old Testament Passage:Isaiah 44:1-5Sermon Outline:The Holy Spirit uses the Word of God to cut to the heartRun to the Name of ChristThe outward response to the GospelDo I have the Holy Spirit?Family Discussion Questions:What did the people think after Peter told them about their sins?What did Peter tell the people they needed to do?Wha…