Citadel Square Sermons

Philippians | A Worthy Life - Philippians 1:27-30

Jonathan Suggs preaches from Philippians 1:27-30.
Have you noticed how obsessed we are with worth? We spend countless hours and dollars trying to manufacture our self-worth. We constantly assess what’s worth our limited time, energy, and attention. And yet, despite all our efforts, we’re left with a society that’s fearful, fragile, and fractured. In this passage, Paul takes us back to the drawing board and shows us that a worthy life is possible, but it can only be found in the gospel of Christ and the grace of God.

Philippians | To Live is Christ, To Die is Gain - Philippians 1:18-26

Pastor Steve Lindenmeyer preaches from Philippians 1:18-26.
This week’s passage contains one of the most clear and compelling purpose statements for the life of a Christian: “To live is Christ and to die is gain.” The Gospel not only provides great assurance and hope in death, but also a magnificent and profound purpose for life. Through Paul’s example, we will see that living a life that exalts Christ and invests in others maximizes our satisfaction and joy.

Philippians | What's Really Happening? - Philippians 1:12-18

Pastor Steve Heron preaches from Philippians 1:12-18.
Our lives are filled with situations that just don't make sense. Job loss, painful relationships, disappointment  - Life in a sinful world often presents obstacles that feel insurmountable. Not even Paul was immune to these seasons. In this section, Paul shows us that even from prison, God's plan to exalt Jesus continues. Paul shows us that every context contains a kernel of purpose and that God wastes none of our suffering. 

Philippians | Commitment to Completion - Philippians 1:3-11

Pastor AJ Rankin preaches from Philippians 1:3-11.
As Paul writes from prison to his beloved church in Philippi, he reveals God's unshakable commitment to complete what He begins in every believer's life. Paul's confidence in God's continuing work reminds us that our spiritual growth isn't dependent on our perfect performance but on God's perfect faithfulness. Through thanksgiving, partnership, and prayer, we'll discover how God's transforming grace moves us toward spiritual maturity that ultimately brings glory to His name.

Philippians | To All the Saints - Philippians 1:1-2

Pastor Steve Heron begins our series on the book of Philippians and preaches from Philippians 1:1-2.
This week, we begin the book of Philippians, a letter filled with warmth and joy written to a group of people who are arguably Paul’s most faithful church. In verses 1:1-2,  Paul introduces himself and hints at the truths yet to come in his letter. Here we see a vision of a healthy church, rich in theological depth and personal application. In two sentences, Paul packs theological freight into key terms. We are reminded of our own high calling as God’s people in relationship to the church, and our identity as New Testament believers. In short, Paul reminds us who we are, why we’re here, and that confidence before God that shapes our lives.

The Gospel of Luke | The Ascension - Luke 24:50-53

Jonathan Suggs wraps up our series in The Gospel of Luke and preaches from Luke 24:50-53.
In Luke 24:50-53, we will see how, forty days after the resurrection, the time has come for Jesus to say farewell to his disciples and ascend into heaven. While Christians often talk about his death and resurrection, we usually don’t have much to say about his ascension. So what’s it all about? What’s so significant about this moment that the disciples walk away with breathless joy? For the eleven disciples and us, the ascension shows that Christ isn’t actually so far away and that heaven has a lot more to say about our lives than we tend to think.

The Gospel of Luke | I Told You So - Luke 24:36-49

Pastor Steve Heron preaches from Luke 24:36-49 as we near the end of our series on the Gospel of Luke.
As the disciples wrestle with the reality of Jesus' resurrection, Jesus arrives in their midst. His proclamation of peace and physical presence puts to rest the thought that our faith is merely a spiritual thing. Rather, Luke's record of the great commission focuses on the validity of the scriptures, the eyewitness experience, and the proclamation of forgiveness in His name to all the earth.

The Gospel of Luke | Hearts on Fire - Luke 24:13-35

Pastor Steve Lindenmeyer preaches from Luke 24:13-35.
This week, we will see two disciples on their journey back to Emmaus following the passover celebration and all the events of Jesus' arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection. Unknown to them, Jesus appears and engages them in conversation. He proceeds to explain to them how the entire Old Testament pointed to a Messiah who had to suffer. Once their eyes were opened, they recognized him and realized that he was the Messiah, the risen Lord. Then they hurried back to Jerusalem to tell the others.

The Gospel of Luke | Resurrection Sunday - Luke 24:1-12

Pastor Steve Heron preaches an Easter sermon on Luke 24:1-12.

The Gospel of Luke | Good Friday - Luke 23:50-56

Pastor Steve Heron preaches about Good Friday from Luke 23:50-56.