Sanctus Church Audio Sermons

How many times have worried that what you're wearing isn't flattering enough? Or if what you have, do, or are is good enough when compared to the next guy? Pastor Angela looks at what Jesus said about worry, about what promises Jesus made to his followers, and how we can properly manage our worldly concerns with a heavenly perspective. If we seek his kingdom first, put the God first in our lives, we will find that all of our other needs are taken care of.  Speaker: Angela Mason Publication: January 18, 2025

What or who do you trust to get or give you what you need? As children, we rely on our parents, but as adults it's easy to slip into the error that we are the ultimate provider for ourselves and our families. Pastor Jon looks at Jesus's teaching in the Sermon on the Mount that exposes the reality that all we build or collect in this world will pass away, but the treasure built up in heaven will be secure for the coming age. Whatever we worship, whatever our hearts truly seek, that place our souls are homesick for, will be where we find our greatest treasure.    Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: January 11, 2025

We do not live in a culture that makes it easy to go without. So when we voluntarily give something up, we usually look for applause. Pastor Jon turns to look at Biblical fasting, how it expresses right heart motives. Jon works through the six Biblical reasons for fasting, what fasting should and shouldn't look like, and how fasting works into the Christian walk.   Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: January 4, 2025

The Magi, the Three Wise Men, the Kings of the East - there are several names by which we call the three figurines in the creche that brought baby Jesus gold, frankincense, and myrrh. In our last teaching on the Kings of Christmas for 2025, Pastor Lucas looks at the kings from the east who came a long way to seek out and meet this new born king, Jesus Christ.  Speaker: Lucas Prado Publication: December 28, 2025

Merry Christmas - the King has come! Whether you are already a Christian, or if you are just seeking answers to some big questions, you've come to the right place! Here on Christmas Eve, we celebrate the coming of our Lord and Saviour, Christ Jesus, who came to offer all of us to life in his loving kingdom.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: December 24, 2025

Christmas involves quite a few kings. When Jesus, the King of Kings, entered the world, there were already earthly kings that Jesus's Kingdom challenged. Pastor Jon compares Jesus's holy, eternal, and powerful Kingdom to the limited and dark ones of Caesar and Herod. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: December 21, 2025

Discover the hidden kings of Christmas as the discussion delves into the power of Evil and its ultimate defeat through Jesus. Explore the dark imagery of Satan waiting to consume the newborn King and the ancient connections to chaotic forces. The nuanced reading of Revelation highlights the struggle between good and evil. Encourage resilience against accusations while celebrating hope for the overlooked. Get inspired by insights on spiritual warfare, prophetic fulfillment, and the transformational power of Christ this festive season.

Pastor Jon and Lucas unveil an exciting vision for church growth through Plan 3, focusing on discipleship and community engagement. They explore the three key movements: Behold, Become, and Be Sent, highlighting the importance of worship, small groups, and outreach efforts. Ambitious goals include launching new sites, implementing the Alpha program, and mobilizing 100,000 acts of love over five years. The discussion encompasses deepening prayer practices, pastoral training, and a drive to expand church membership while inviting the community to actively participate.

What is Sanctus Church's role in God's Kingdom? Join us for another Vision Sunday where Jon refreshes our vision of what church is meant to look like, what discipleship is, where we have guaranteed places of encounter with God, and how this directs the future of Sanctus Church. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: November 23, 2025

One of the most well-known, well-loved, oft-used, most-memorized passages of all of scripture is the part of the Sermon on the Mount commonly called The Lord's Prayer. Pastor Jon steps us through the passage, examining what it expresses about God, and what it calls us to do as members of God's Kingdom.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: November 16, 2025