This sermon reveals that our pursuit of worldly fame is a form of idolatry, but the gospel offers true freedom from this obsession in the person of Jesus Christ. By humbly receiving the honor He purchased for us through His sacrificial death, we are empowered to serve others and find our true worth in Him alone, rather than in the fleeting recognition of the world.

Based on Luke 22, this sermon teaches that Jesus’ Passover meal with His disciples wasn’t just a historical event, but a moment that redefined community through His impending sacrifice. The sermon explains that just as the Passover meal symbolized freedom from slavery, Jesus’ body and blood establish a new covenant that frees us from sin and creates a new, redeemed community bound together by His sacrifice.

This sermon teaches that biblical eldership is a call for qualified men to humbly shepherd God's church, following the example of Christ. These elders, who are examples to the flock, lead the church by teaching, overseeing, and caring for the congregation.

This sermon teaches that even in the most broken and desperate situations, like the one faced by Tamar in Genesis 38, God is at work to accomplish His redemptive plan. Tamar’s inclusion in the lineage of Jesus shows that the gospel is for everyone, demonstrating that God's grace redeems even our most sinful and chaotic moments for His ultimate glory.

This sermon teaches that Sarah's life, despite her doubt and unfaithfulness, is a testament to God's unwavering grace and faithfulness. The message encourages us to trust that God can turn our failures into treasures and, through Jesus, the "better Isaac," fulfill all of His promises.

This sermon teaches that while David was a chosen king, his life ultimately points to Jesus as the perfect and eternal King. It encourages believers to embrace their identity in Christ as princes and daughters of the King, using their gifts to humbly serve others and share the gospel.

This sermon teaches that the flawed hero Samson, with all his physical strength and personal weakness, ultimately points to our need for a perfect hero—Jesus Christ. Unlike Samson, who did what was right in his own eyes, Jesus humbly served and sacrificed for his enemies, offering true redemption and strength to all who believe in him.

This sermon teaches that, like the "prodigal daughter" Naomi, we can find redemption and a new name through God’s unfailing faithfulness. The message shows that even when we stray due to bitterness and lack of faith, God, in His grace, uses the kindness of others and humble circumstances to restore us and, through Jesus, redeem our story.

This sermon teaches that the story of Elijah is a powerful testament to God's faithfulness to outsiders, in times of confusion, and in strengthening our convictions. It encourages believers to have a humble faith in Jesus, the ultimate fulfillment of Elijah's ministry, who willingly went to the cross to redeem outsiders and offer us eternal life.