Mission
Jesus Mission
Matthew Series | Matthew 28:16-20 | Pastor Duane Smets
This week is an exegetical sermon on Matthew 28:16-20 where Jesus gives his followers final instructions of what he wants and expects after his desparture. The authority, vision, plan and promise of the mission Jesus’ gives is emphasized. This sermon was originally preached on January 2nd, 2011 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
The Heart of Jesus’ Mission
Matthew Series | Matthew 9:36-38 | Pastor Duane Smets
This week is an exegetical sermon looking at Jesus’ compassion for the lost and how he sees wide opportunity in the field. This sermon was originally preached on February 21st, 2010 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
Religion and the Good News
This topical sermon considers the nature of religion and the nature of the gospel in comparison. It looks at ancient and current religions, what the word “gospel” itself means, the similarity or universal principle of religion, the need for salvation, and the difference and suprermacy of the gospel to meet that need. This sermon was originally preached April 19th, 2009 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
Nehemiah Series (Part 1): “Getting God’s Vision for a City”
This is the first week of our new sermon series, “Nehemiah: Building God’s Church in the City.” Part 1, this week is an exegetical sermon of chapter one and is about Getting God’s Vision for a City. This sermon includes an introduction and overview of the book of Nehemiah along a look at how we are to assess, repent, and pray for a city. This sermon was originally preached January 18th, 2009 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
The God(ness) of God: The God of Future – Week 3
This sermon is week 3 of The God of Future section of our “The God(ness) of God” sermon series. It is an exegetical treatment of Romans 11:11-32, addressing God’s plan for the future full numbers of both Jews and Gentiles, how the picture of tree grafting illustrates God’s future plan, and end goal is to have mercy on all people groups. This sermon was originally preached July 20th, 2008 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
The God(ness) of God: The God of Gospel – Week 3
This sermon is week 3 of The God of Gospel section of our “The God(ness) of God” sermon series. It is an exegetical treatment of Romans 10:9-13, addressing the themes of confession and conversion, belief and beliefs, the gospel call to everyone, and shame versus riches in Jesus. This sermon was originally preached May 25th, 2008 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
The Gospel Mission
An exegetical treatment of 1 Timothy 2:1-7 addressing the theme of how people come to believe in the gospel. This sermon was originally preached November 25th of 2007 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
The Resolved Church is a Church Plant (3 Parts)
A three part sermon series addressing the story of The Resolved Church, what it means to be a church plant, how a church plant happens and what the vision and goal of The Resolved Church is. These sermons were originally preached in July of 2007 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
Audio & Manuscripts
Listen Read A Man, A Mission and a Calling – selected texts
Listen Read The Resolved Church Must Die – Mark 8:34-38
Listen Read The Resolved Church Must Live – Mark 8:35
The Risen Mission
An exegetical treatment of Acts 1:1-12, addressing the theme of Jesus’ resurrection, the mission of His church and The Resolved Church plant in San Diego. This sermon was originally preached by Pastor Duane Smets on April 8th of 2007 at The Resolved Church in San Diego, CA.
