Sanctus Church Audio Sermons

We all live by rules. Sometimes those rules make sense by themselves, but sometimes they have a bigger purpose. Pastor Jon explores what Jesus meant when he said he came to fulfill the law, not abolish it. This week, he dives deep into the purpose of the law, how it leads to Jesus and salvation, and how we as Christians are to understand it in our Kingdom walk.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: September 28, 2025

Do fish know they're wet? Do they know they live in water? Do we see and understand the culture currents we swim in? Pastor Jon takes the next step into Jesus's words in the Sermon on the Mount to explore what he meant when he called his followers the salt and light of the world. When we understand that, we will begin to see how radically different the counter-culture of the Kingdom of Heaven is.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: September 21, 2025

The beginning of Jesus's sermon on the mount starts with the The Beatitudes, that well-known passage about those who are blessed. But what are they really saying? Pastor Jon steps through them, one by one, and shows that what Jesus is really telling the crowd is how they illustrate the everyday ethics and lifestyle of those who belong to the Kingdom of Haven, and not the world. They describe what the Kingdom of God looks like, reversing what is expected, and revealing something so much better. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: September 14, 2025

Pastor Jon takes a pause moment to look at the next ministry year ahead of us. He starts by looking at what we covered last year during our hinge moment, and sets the stage for the next steps we will take as a church. Speaker:  Publication: September 7, 2025

God’s promises are trustworthy and unshakable. In this message, Pastor Lucas unpacks 2 Corinthians 1:20–22 (NLT) and shows how every promise finds its “Yes” in Christ. A promise is a bond of trust—God giving His word to His people—and He always fulfills what He has spoken. Often, we struggle to live in God’s promises because we wrestle with the process. Yet, just as God had a plan for Abram (Genesis 11:27–30) and worked through history to bring us to the Messiah (Matthew 1:1; Galatians 3:26–29), His purpose is still unfolding today. God blesses us so that we can be a blessing to others, and He will never give a promise He cannot fulfill. Jesus is God’s resounding “Yes” to us. The question is: are you living in the promises of God?

Sin and temptation are something every person faces. From the Garden of Eden to our lives today, temptation shows up in many ways — social media, overindulgence, procrastination, gossip, and more. But when we call Jesus our Lord, we are invited to live under His Lordship and walk in holiness. In this message, Pastor Robin looks at 1 Corinthians 10:13 and James 1:13–15 to remind us that temptation can lead to sin, but God always provides a way out. We’ll explore how to resist temptation by asking God for wisdom and applying it, staying connected through community, and practicing the power of prayer and fasting. Watch and be encouraged as you trust God’s promises and take steps to walk in holiness. Speaker: Robin Djokoto Publication Date: August 24, 2025

Suffering and grief are part of the human condition, but they’re not the end of the story. From the moment Adam and Eve disobeyed in the Garden of Eden, pain, shame, and death entered the world. Yet even then, God promised that sin, suffering, and sorrow would not have the final word. In this week’s message, Pastor Angela shares how God’s comfort began in the garden, continued through His covenant with His people, and finds its fullness in Jesus—Immanuel, “God with us.” She unpacks how moments of loss, hardship, and even persecution can become places of deep encounter with God, where He brings healing, renews our perspective, and restores hope. Isaiah 66:13 (NLT) – “I will comfort you there in Jerusalem as a mother comforts her child.” If you’re walking through grief or pain, this message will encourage you to see God’s presence in the midst of it, trust His promises, and persevere with the assurance that He is working for your freedom and victory.

This week in our God’s Promises series, Pastor Jon teaches on the promise that when we confess our sins, God will forgive us. Every human being is born into sin. The Bible says we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Sin isn’t just breaking a rule — it’s missing the mark and breaking God’s law, which reflects His character. When we break His law, we offend Him personally. But God offers undeserved mercy. As 1 John 1:9 tells us, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” All sin is serious, but God promises complete forgiveness and freedom through Jesus when we confess. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication Date: August 10, 2025

It's a terrible truth that even among those of us who are Christian, there is a lot of squabbling, gossiping, and slander. Pastor Jon uses 2 Timothy 3 to explore the reasons for disunity, but also offer the promises we have that if we confess and repent, we can draw close to God and enjoy His rest.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: August 3, 2025

In week 7 of our God’s Promises series, Pastor Robin unpacks God’s specific promise to protect us from the enemy—and reminds us that spiritual conflict is very real. With over 300 references to spiritual warfare in Scripture, we’re not left unprepared. Pastor Robin walks us through what it means to stand firm, armor up, and pray. This home is temporary, our time on earth is limited, and our assignment is clear: to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. If you’ve ever wrestled with church hurt, spiritual apathy, or wondered how to fight back against the enemy’s schemes—this message is for you. Key Scriptures: Ephesians 2:2 • Ephesians 6:10–18 • Luke 10:19 • Ephesians 6:12 Speaker: Robin Djokoto Publication: July 27, 2025

In this message, Pastor Lucas reminds us that Jesus doesn’t just go where the crowds are—He seeks out the one. While our minds often focus on what feels strategic or significant, Jesus shows us that His ways are higher, and His love is deeply personal. Through the story of the road to Emmaus, we see a beautiful picture of how Jesus walks with us—even when we don’t recognize Him. He comes close, reveals Himself in His timing, and invites us into a life aligned with His will and character. No matter where you are on the journey, take heart—He walks with us. Speaker: Lucas Prado Publication: July 20, 2025

Are there signs or signals that you use to help you make decisions? Pastor Angela shows how we are to trust God to guide us, and as our relationship with Him grows, His guidance becomes clearer to us. Speaker: Angela Mason Publication: July 13, 2025

In the Bible, we see a beautiful picture of an all-powerful God—and yet He is deeply personal. He hears every cry and every prayer that comes from His people. In this sermon, Pastor Lucas unpacks the truth of 1 John 5:14: “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” What does it mean that God hears us? And how should we respond when it feels like our prayers go unanswered? Pastor Lucas explores the tension many of us face—the joy of powerful answered prayer alongside the silence we sometimes experience. He reminds us that the promise that God hears us is not just for comfort but for transformation. As we surrender to His will, we begin to see that His will is all we need. Speaker: Lucas Prado Publication Date: July 6, 2025

These days, our culture is obsessed with ridicule and judgement. But there's also a misunderstanding of love. Pastor Jon breaks down what God's promise means, how it ensures that justice ultimately wins, and how it should affect our behaviour today and every day.

Are you experiencing loss, severe health issues, or maybe injustice? We all do, at one time or many. Today, guest pastor Dwayne Cline tells us about the incredible promise of God to be near the brokenhearted with His peace and love. Speaker: Dwayne Cline Publication: June 22, 2025

People make and break promises all the time. God doesn't. Pastor Jon starts our summer series on God's promises with a look at Salvation -- unearned, undeserved, un-inherited, but given by God through Jesus.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: June 15, 2025 Table Talk:  https://youtu.be/dGj85UG6zt0

As Pastor Jon closes our journey through Ruth, he invites us to anchor our lives in the truth of God’s sovereignty. No matter what we face, God’s redemptive plan is unfolding, bringing restoration, purpose, and hope. In Ruth 4:13-17, we witness God’s sovereign hand bringing hope and new life out of hardship, pain, and uncertainty. The story culminates in a joyful birth—a baby who secures a family line and a future, pointing forward to Jesus, our Redeemer. This passage reminds us that God is at work in the everyday and the extraordinary, in moments of joy and sorrow alike. Through Ruth and Naomi’s story, we see a powerful picture of God’s providence—His active, faithful presence in history and our personal lives. Speaker: Pastor Jon Thompson Publication: June 8, 2025

We make and break promises all the time. Even those of us who try our hardest not to, eventually fail. Pastor Jon uses Boaz's efforts to rescue Ruth and Naomi to illustrate how Jesus, the better Boaz, bought and paid for us not because he had to, but because he loves us. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: June 1, 2025

Ruth 3 opens with Ruth and Boaz alone for the first time. In a moment of vulnerability and temptation, they choose obedience, worship, and integrity. Pastor Jon unpacks how their faithfulness points us to Jesus, our ultimate Redeemer, and calls us to pursue purity—even when no one is watching. This moment, though quiet, is part of God’s bigger plan. We’re reminded not to live just for the moment, but beyond it—because our daily faithfulness can impact generations, and only in heaven may we see its full effect. Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: May 25, 2025

How do you think about the people in your world who are 'others'? Do you welcome them as loved neighbours towards whom you can show the same generosity God has given you? Pastor Jon looks at Boaz's response to Naomi - a foreigner and a widow's daughter-in-law - and how his understanding of God's mercy and care shape how he treats her.  Speaker: Jon Thompson Publication: May 18, 2025