The Church at Lion of Judah

09/04/2026

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⚠️ NOT EVERYONE IN CHURCH IS GOING TO HEAVEN

That may sound shocking—but Jesus gave some of His strongest warnings to people who thought they were already right with God.

In Matthew 22, Yeshua tells the story of a man who was invited to the wedding feast. He accepted the invitation. He was even inside the wedding.

But when the king examined the guests, this man wasn’t properly dressed—and he was cast out.

He was at the feast…but he wasn’t ready.

Jesus ends the parable with these sobering words:

“For many are called, but few are chosen.” — Matthew 22:14

Salvation is a gift. We cannot earn it. Yeshua paid the price completely.

But genuine faith should produce genuine fruit.

Revelation 19 says the Bride “made herself ready,” and her fine linen represents the righteous acts of the saints.

So we have to ask ourselves:

Are we simply attending church—or are we actually following Yeshua?

Are we trying to serve Him on our terms—or have we yielded our lives to Him?

Are we producing the fruit of someone who has truly been changed?

The Bridegroom is coming.

The wedding is approaching. Are you dressed and ready?

▶️ Watch my latest message: “Not Everyone in Church Is Going to Heaven.”

What does it really mean to be ready for the coming Kingdom of God?...

08/28/2026

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Have you ever felt like you were wandering?

You know God has called you. You believe He has a purpose for your life. But right now, you just can’t see where He’s taking you.

Joseph experienced this in Genesis 37. His father sent him to find his brothers, but when Joseph arrived, they were gone. Scripture actually describes him as “wandering in the field.”

Then a man seemingly appears out of nowhere and asks him:

“What are you seeking?”

That one encounter pointed Joseph toward Dothan—and changed everything.

Dothan led to the pit.
The pit led to slavery.
Slavery led to prison.
And eventually, prison led to the palace.

What looked random wasn’t random at all.

Joseph couldn’t see where God was taking him, but God knew EXACTLY where Joseph was.

Maybe you’re in that place today. You feel stuck. Things aren’t moving fast enough. You know God has called you to something, but you don’t understand the road He’s taking you down.

Remember this:

🔥 You may feel lost, but God knows exactly where you are.

His sovereignty and providence are at work in your life—even in the parts of the journey you don’t understand.

Sometimes the journey itself is what God uses to prepare you for the destination.

▶️ Watch my latest message: “You Feel Lost… But God Knows EXACTLY Where You Are”

I pray this encourages you to trust Him in the journey.

— Pastor Matthew

Have you ever felt like you were wandering—knowing God has called y...

08/21/2026

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🍔 FAST-FOOD FAITH IS KILLING YOUR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Are we feeding our souls with the whole Word of God, or have we settled for a faith that's quick, convenient, and comfortable?

In this powerful message, Pastor Tom Baur uses the analogy of nutrition to show us why the Hebrew roots of our faith aren't simply a spiritual “supplement.” They're part of the foundation that helps us understand Scripture, God's appointed times, and ultimately Yeshua our Messiah.

📖 “All Scripture is inspired by God…” — 2 Timothy 3:16

We need the Old AND the New Testament. We need more than spiritual fast food. God wants us to go deeper, rediscover the ancient paths, and develop a faith that truly nourishes our souls.

▶️ Watch now: Fast-Food Faith Is Killing Your Spiritual Growth

Are we living on a “fast-food faith,” or are we being spiritually n...

08/14/2026

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🚨 THE ENEMY IS GETTING IN THROUGH THESE 3 GATES

What are you allowing into your life?

On Sunday, July 26, Denny Staerker preached a powerful message called “Guard the Gates.”

Our eyes, ears, and mouth are gates—and what we allow through them today is shaping who we become tomorrow.

What are you watching?
What are you listening to?
What are you speaking over your life?

Denny also shares his incredible personal testimony of reaching one of the darkest moments of his life, only to experience the transforming power of God.

God wasn't finished with him—and He's not finished with you!

Guard your eyes. Guard your ears. Guard your mouth. Fill your life with God's Word and keep moving in the direction of your faith.

▶️ Watch: The Enemy Is Getting In Through These 3 Gates

What are you allowing through the gates of your life?In this powe...

07/31/2026

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God Isn't Punishing You... He's Preparing You.

Have you ever asked God, "Why am I going through this?"

Every one of us will face trials. Disappointment. Loss. Unanswered prayers. Seasons that simply don't make sense.

But what if those hardships aren't evidence that God has abandoned you?

What if they're evidence that He's preparing you?

This Sunday, we looked at one of the most encouraging truths in Scripture: God doesn't waste our pain. Like a loving Father, He allows us to face difficult situations—not to destroy us, but to strengthen us, deepen our faith, and prepare us for the work He's called us to do both now and in His coming Kingdom.

Jesus never promised His followers an easy life. He promised His presence. He even prayed that our faith would endure through the trials.

If you're in a difficult season today, don't lose heart. Instead of asking, "Why me?" ask, "Lord, what are You teaching me?"

Your trial has a purpose. God is not finished with you.

I'd love to hear from you. Has God ever used a difficult season to strengthen your faith? Share your story in the comments.

Why does God allow His people to go through difficult seasons? Is H...

07/17/2026

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Have you ever considered that God is just as present in your ordinary moments as He is in your Sunday worship?

Too often we divide life into the "sacred" and the "secular"—thinking church is where we meet God, while the rest of life is simply... life.

But what if that's not true?

What if your workplace, your home, your grocery store, your conversations, and even the smallest moments of your day are opportunities to experience His presence and serve His kingdom?

This week's message explores God's call to intentional living and biblical holiness. Every moment matters because every moment belongs to Him.

"Whatever you do, in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus..." — Colossians 3:17

I'd love to hear your thoughts after you watch. Has God ever met you in an ordinary moment that turned into something extraordinary?

Is your faith something you do on Sunday—or is it meant to shape ev...

07/10/2026

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Your words are more powerful than you think.

Did you know that one of the greatest gifts God gave humanity is the power of speech?

In Genesis 1, God brought order out of chaos simply by speaking. Because we are created in His image, our words have the power to influence our hearts, our attitudes, our relationships, and the direction of our lives.

Jesus taught that our words reveal what's truly in our hearts, and Proverbs reminds us that "death and life are in the power of the tongue." The question is: What are your words producing?

In this week's message, we look at:
✅ What it means to be created in God's image
✅ Why your words reveal the condition of your heart
✅ How negative speech can keep you trapped in discouragement
✅ How speaking God's truth brings hope, freedom, and spiritual growth
✅ Practical ways to begin speaking life instead of defeat

No matter what you're facing today, you have a choice. You can agree with the chaos around you, or you can agree with the promises of God. The words you speak today can shape the life you live tomorrow.

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07/03/2026

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Our natural instinct is to avoid hardship. We pray for God to remove the trial, open another door, or make life easier.

But what if God is using the very thing you're trying to escape?

Romans 5 teaches that tribulation produces perseverance, perseverance produces proven character, and proven character produces hope. God doesn't waste our struggles. He uses them to shape us into the image of Messiah.

Following Jesus was never meant to be comfortable—it was meant to transform us.

If you're facing pressure, discouragement, spiritual warfare, or wondering why life feels so difficult right now, I believe this message will encourage you and give you a fresh perspective on what God is doing.

I'd love to hear from you.

What's one difficult season God has used to strengthen your faith?

Feel free to share this message with someone who needs encouragement today.

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06/26/2026

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Are you chasing goals... or becoming the person God created you to be?

Most of us spend our lives pursuing goals. We set targets, work hard to reach them, and then move on to the next one.

But what if we've been asking the wrong question?

This past Sunday, we explored a powerful biblical truth: goals may define what you accomplish, but values determine who you become.

We looked at five values every follower of Jesus should intentionally cultivate:

✅ Personal Growth
✅ Positive Impact
✅ Honesty
✅ Generosity
✅ Servanthood

Proverbs 23:7 says, "As he thinks within himself, so he is." God isn't simply interested in what you achieve—He's transforming your heart into the image of His Son.

I want to challenge you this week to spend some time with the Lord and ask yourself:

What are the core values that define my life?

If you've never written them down, now is a great time to start.

I pray this message encourages you to stop merely chasing accomplishments and begin pursuing the kind of character that bears fruit for eternity.

If this message encourages you, I'd love to hear what value the Lord is developing most in your life. Share it in the comments!