As we journey through this series, we are exploring the vision and calling we believe God has placed on our community for 2025: Extending Our Table. This phrase is more than just an image; it is a posture, an invitation to expand our hospitality, embrace discomfort, and welcome the unexpected. In this guide, we will reflect on how Jesus models tabl…

Justin teaches on the new covenant and how we are no longer in front of the terrifying Mt Sainai, but instead we can climb Mt Zion thanks to Christ's blood. (Note: There was a brief power outage during the sermon so the audio will sound a little off at about 33:45 mark) Notes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OUTxh1kVylvG1EgcgM9zsVvenU6NwqO…

Spiritual warfare is an idea that conjures up all sorts of thoughts and reactions. During the 90's and early 2000's it was quite popular in the mainline churches. It has shifted a bit over time but the presence is still felt and contributes to a very unbiblical and unhealthy understand of how Satan truly works and attacks. In this sermon we have a …

Often Christians look at themselves, their abilities and opportunities andthink little of it. They compare themselves to others and their effect seems to matter little. Butthis is simply not true. In this message we see how God saved, calls and equips all of us for Hispurposes. The size or effect is unimportant.…

Hunt the Enemies Part 3 Hebrews 12:16-17על ידי Justin Gruber

At Missio Dei, we believe God is always calling us to something new while rooting us in His mission of renewal. This year, we sense an invitation to extend our table—to practice radical belonging, break down barriers, and witness to the hospitality of Jesus. But in a divided world, how do we gather and stay together? Join us as we explore what it m…

Often Christians look at themselves, their abilities and opportunities and think little of it. They compare themselves to others and their effect seems to matter little. But this is simply not true. In this message we see how God saved, calls and equips all of us for His purposes. The size or effect is unimportant.…

Our final installment in our series, Every Moment Holy explores how friendship is a holy practice that shapes us in profound ways—inviting us into renewal, connection, and love.על ידי Missio Dei Community - SLC

על ידי Justin Gruber

In this final sermon on guardians of the Church, we focus on what often isthe most difficult part of forgiveness, the idea of not remembering wrongs suffered. Often wewill hear "Forgive and Forget" but is this properly stated? Should we simply somehow forget?The goal of this sermon is to consider this aspect of forgiveness from a biblical perspecti…

In this final sermon on guardians of the Church, we focus on what often is the most difficult part of forgiveness, the idea of not remembering wrongs suffered. Often we will hear “Forgive and Forget” but is this properly stated? Should we simply somehow forget? The goal of this sermon is to consider this aspect of forgiveness from a biblical perspe…

על ידי Justin Gruber

This week we explore how an obsession with efficiency can hinder wholeness and following the way of Jesus. While efficiency—the ability to maximize outputs with minimal inputs—can be a valuable tool, it becomes problematic when applied to every aspect of life. Instead of alleviating anxiety and creating space, an obsession with efficiency often mag…

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way toguard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often peoplestruggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeksrepentance and wants to be restored.על ידי Matthew Henry

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way to guard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often people struggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeks repentance and wants to be restored.על ידי Matthew Henry

Part 3 in our series, Every Moment Holy exploring how to live the way of Jesus with technology. The first 5 minutes of this sermon (introduction) were not recorded.על ידי Missio Dei Community - SLC

Pastor Justin teaches on growing together through discipline: Hebrews 12:12-13 Notes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YSX0Nj_MgYYro3DF7MxhrJM7Jxi3jS4QHwN3wF2Upv0/edit?tab=t.0על ידי Justin Gruber

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way toguard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often peoplestruggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeksrepentance and wants to be restored.על ידי Matthew Henry

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way to guard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often people struggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeks repentance and wants to be restored.על ידי Matthew Henry

על ידי Justin Gruber

In part 2 of our series, Every Moment Holy, Jordan explores the formative power of money and economics, contrasting the story of mammon—a system of exploitation and bondage—with the biblical vision of Jubilee, where debts are forgiven, communities are restored, and human flourishing takes center stage. Jesus invites us to reimagine our participatio…

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today iswhat is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, localchurch. Though Matthew 18 functions as the normative process, there are many other passagesthat show how to handle unique situations that inevitably crop up. But in all of this is …

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today is what is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, local church. Though Matthew 18 functions as the normative process, there are many other passages that show how to handle unique situations that inevitably crop up. But in all of this …

Start of our new year series, Every Moment Holyעל ידי Missio Dei Community - SLC

על ידי Justin Gruber

At the top of every sermon note is the mission statement forMissio Dei Fellowship. It is woven into every part of the day to day processes andactions of the church. But having a mission statement and owning that statementare two very different things. In these two sermons the people of Missio areexhorted to carefully consider the what, why and how …

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today iswhat is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, localchurch. This is something that was commanded by our Lord and was taught by the Apostles as ameans to call sinning believers back to repentance and a proper fellowship with the chur…

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today is what is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, local church. This is something that was commanded by our Lord and was taught by the Apostles as a means to call sinning believers back to repentance and a proper fellowship with the c…

על ידי John Gruber

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in His sight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather than exploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into place certain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly chu…

Advent reminds us of the arrival of God in human form—Jesus—and invites us to consider what His incarnation means for our lives, our communities, and the world. In our final teaching of this series we explore how Jesus’ embodied life and resurrection point to a future reality of rest and restoration where heaven and earth are united.…

Pastor Justin teaches on the final name in Isaiah 9, Prince of Peaceעל ידי Justin Gruber

Pastor Sherman teaches on Jesus as Everlasting Father. Link to notes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ohTgFIU-pI-VwQUw3tB5OYh5fSwtS09ZhIFZbCpYmc4/edit?tab=t.0על ידי Justin Gruber

In our Embodied series, we explore the mystery of God taking on flesh and dwelling among us. In this teaching, we reflect on what it means to be the body of Christ—united in diversity, breaking down divisions, and embodying Jesus’ presence in the world. Together, we are called to practice wholeness, belonging, and renewal, offering a tangible sign …

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in His sight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather than exploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into place certain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly chu…

This second Sunday of Advent, we continue our series, Embodied, exploring the profound implications of God taking on flesh. The incarnation—the arrival of Jesus as a vulnerable child—reveals not only the nature of God but also the beauty and complexity of our humanity. Through three moments from Jesus' life, we see the power of presence, the proces…

על ידי Justin Gruber

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in His sight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather than exploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into place certain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly chu…

Advent 2024על ידי Justin Gruber

As we begin the Advent season, we enter the story of Jesus’ birth with a new sermon series, Embodied. This week, we explore the profound mystery of the incarnation: God taking on a human body. Through John 1:1-18, we see how Jesus, the divine Word, reveals who God is, what God cares about, and where God is leading us. The arrival of God in flesh re…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

There are certain characters in the Bible with bigger than life stories. People like Moses who led the Israelites out of Egypt, or David who became king, or Elijah who was a wild and honestly very strange prophet. These stories are captivating and inspiring, but they are also marked by seasons of mundanity, isolation, & wilderness and it’s in these…

על ידי Justin Gruber

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

In In Unseen Spaces – Ezekiel, we explore Ezekiel’s story as a prophet in exile, encountering God’s presence in a profoundly unexpected way. Ezekiel’s vision by the Kebar River, amidst personal and national dislocation, challenges his understanding of where and how God operates. This experience redefines his faith, shifting from temple-bound ritual…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

The idea of being missional, or on mission for God, can sound very good. Butoften, while accepting the concept, Christians fail in the application of being sent into this worldas Christ was sent. What does it look like? How does the gospel help move us to relate to ourfellow man? One aspect that is often overlooked is the simple practice of opening…