Citadel Square Sermons

Song of Solomon | The Royal Wedding - Song of Solomon 3:6-11

Pastor Jonathan Suggs preaches from Song of Solomon 3:6-11.
It’s finally here. The moment this young couple has been longing for has now arrived. The preparations are complete, and the procession is beginning. It’s the wedding day! But instead of watching as an attendant, we get the unique privilege of hearing the bride’s own perspective on one of the most important days of her life. We will see what she sees and have an opportunity to appreciate what she appreciates, namely, the weight, joy, and extravagance of covenant love.

Song of Solomon | The Pursuit - Song of Solomon 2:8-3:5

Pastor Steve Heron preaches from Song of Solomon 2:8-3:5.
The relationship between the Bride and her Beloved intensifies. With great interest and intentionality, he comes searching for her. He invites her come away with him, to develop and deepen their relationship. We see the pattern of a deepening relationship that includes pursuit, intentionality, and even dealing with obstacles that prevent a couple from growing deeper together. 

Song of Solomon | Attraction and Affection - Song of Solomon 1:5-2:7

Pastor Steve Lindenmeyer preaches from Song of Solomon 1:5-2:7.
This week we continue our study in the Song of Solomon, exploring the powerful attraction and deepening affection between the Shulammite bride and her beloved. Through their intimate dialogue and poetic exchange, we'll discover that true attraction flows not merely from outward beauty, but from inward strength and proven character. Their tender words will challenge us to cultivate the art of detailed observation—truly seeing and knowing one another—and to harness the power of authentic expression in our relationships.

Song of Solomon | The Joy of Love - Song 1:1-4

Pastor Steve Heron begins our series in the Song of Solomon and preaches from Song of Solomon 1:1-4.
The Song of Solomon stands as one of the most insightful looks at the world of dating, marriage, and intimacy. However, many of us have stumbled through the difficulties and heartache of romantic relationships. Thankfully, our God has not left us to navigate the waters of romance without instructions, wisdom, and warnings that give meaning and depth to these relationships. In the first few verses of the Song of Solomon, we are introduced to this world of love to learn just how much God cares for the most intimate parts of our lives.

Enamored by Love | Ephesians 3:14-21

Pastor Ben Miller preaches from Ephesians 3:14-21.
As the apostle Paul approaches this section of his letter, we see his desire for the spiritual vibrancy of the church rise to the surface. What is it specifically that Paul believes the people of God need the most in order to take steps of maturity in their spiritual lives? What is it that will allow the Church to stand as a city on a hill, a light in the darkness, and provide strength to the weary throughout every generation? And what is it that we, the people of God in 2026, need to return to over and over in order to be the people that God longs for us to be?

Oak to the Core | Psalm 1

Pastor AJ Rankin preaches from Psalm 1.
Each new year provides the opportunity to assess what direction you are headed and what type of person you are becoming. In Psalm 1, we learn what it means to be a spiritually evergreen oak: deeply rooted in God's Word, unshaken by life's storms, and bearing fruit that lasts. The world produces chaff. God produces oaks—through Jesus Christ, the one who perfectly lived this way and now shares His righteousness with all who trust Him. This Sunday, we'll explore the blessedness and fruitfulness that come from delighting in God's Word.

Theophany | Walking with God: Part 2 - Revelation 21

Dr. Britt Stokes preaches from Revelation 21.
The final chapters of Revelation paint a remarkable picture of the great reward of the Christian faith. What Christ repairs now, through the gospel, is brought to its perfect fulfillment in what the Scripture terms a “new heaven and new earth.” Specifically, Revelation 21:1-4 captures a glimpse of the world to come. John’s vision of heaven includes a place where we dwell with God, and the brokenness and dysfunction of our current reality will be fully corrected. Heaven will be a new and better Eden. Yet, while we wait on the great restoration, Christians are to be heavenly-minded and of good courage through the power of the Spirit. 

Theophany | Call His Name Jesus - Matthew 1:18-25

Pastor Steve Heron preaches from Matthew 1:18-25 for our Christmas Eve service.

Theophany | The True Commander - Joshua 5

Pastor Steve Lindenmeyer preaches from Joshua 5.
This week, we continue our Theophany series with the Lord's appearance to Joshua. With the baton of leadership now passed from Moses to Joshua, the Israelites stand at the threshold of the Promised Land—yet the fortified walls of Jericho loom before them as a seemingly insurmountable obstacle. As Joshua prepares for battle, he encounters the Commander of the army of the Lord. His response—marked by humility, submission, and worship—teaches us vital lessons about godly leadership. When Joshua receives and follows the Lord's marching orders, the result is nothing short of miraculous victory. His example challenges us to consider: What does it look like to lead with the proper heart posture before God?

Theophany | God Saw and God Knew - Exodus 3

Pastor Steve Heron preaches from Exodus 3.
The generation of the patriarchs is over. Joseph and his entire family have died, and we find the people of God in Egypt afflicted and oppressed. Has God forgotten about his people? His promises? Does God hear their cries? Enter Moses, an 80-year-old man, tending sheep on the backside of the desert. God interrupts his life to commission him to fulfill the rescue of God's people and confirm his promises to the patriarchs. We discover that, as forgotten as we may feel, God's plans to rescue are a result of his everlasting commitment to his people.