Christ the King Anglican Church - Denver

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  The Debt Paid in Full-Sermon- The Heart of Kingdom Forgiveness: Deacon Steven 15.09.2026 28мин

  This sermon explores the theological and practical necessity of forgiveness within the Christian community as presented in Matthew 18. Deacon Steven emphasizes that believers must forgive others without limits, mirroring the immense debt of sin that God has already canceled for them through Christ. By examining the parable of the unmerciful servant, Steven argues that true forgiveness is a miracle of the heart rather than a product of human willpower. He warns that withholding forgiveness creates a spiritual prison that torments the individual and damages the unity of the church. Ultimately, the message encourages listeners to find the supernatural strength to forgive by continually returning to the source of divine compassion.
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  Conflict, Reconciliation, and the Way of Jesus -Sermon- Matthew 18:15–20 08.09.2026 22мин

  Conflict is inevitable—even among Christians. The question is not whether we will hurt one another, but how we will respond when we do.In Matthew 18:15–20, Jesus gives us a different way. Instead of ghosting, gossiping, or trying to win at all costs, we are called to pursue one another with humility, truth, and love. The goal isn't victory in an argument. The goal is to gain a brother or sister.Jesus gives us a slow, careful, restorative path: speak directly, involve others when necessary, and even when separation becomes necessary, never abandon the hope of restoration. This is not about protecting our pride or proving ourselves right. It is about pursuing the unity Christ desires for his people.And there is something deeper happening here. Jesus prayed that his people would be one, and the early Church understood this unity as part of God's ultimate work of restoring all things in Christ.So what makes this kind of conflict possible?It begins with knowing that our identity is secure in Christ. When we know we have already been fully seen and fully accepted at the cross, we don't have to win every argument—and we don't have to run from every difficult conversation.We can hear, "You hurt me," without being crushed. And we can say, "You hurt me," without becoming self-righteous.That is the third way: not fleeing, not conquering, but holding grace and truth together.And every time we walk that road, God is forming us into the likeness of Jesus.Matthew 18:15–20Christ the King — Denver
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  Deny Yourself and Find Life- Sermon- Matthew 16:21–28 08.09.2026 21мин

  Jesus gives us one of the great paradoxes of the Christian life: “Whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.”In Matthew 16, Peter recognizes Jesus as the Christ—but then immediately resists the way of the cross. Jesus' response reveals something profound about discipleship: our deepest and most authentic desires are not always aligned with the purposes of God.What does it actually mean to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Jesus?In this sermon, we consider three questions that can help us practice this kind of watchfulness in our everyday lives:What do I want?What does Jesus want?What will obedience cost me?Self-denial is not ultimately about making life miserable or suppressing every desire. It is the path by which our desires are reordered toward the fullness of life that Christ offers.Jesus does not call us away from life, but into true life—a life of freedom, deeper joy, communion with Him, and participation in the renewal of all things.
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  Parable of the Sower- Sermon- Isaiah 55- Deacon Steven 14.07.2026 23мин

  In this week’s sermon, Deacon Steven looks at Jesus’ Parable of the Sower and asks us to consider what kind of soil our hearts have become. The seed of God’s Word is generously scattered, but how we receive it makes all the difference. Jesus describes hearts that are hard, shallow, distracted, and those that are ready to receive his Word and bear fruit. Drawing from his own experiences of seasons when life disrupted his spiritual rhythms, Steven reminds us that our hearts can change over time and need regular care. He offers three simple ways to cultivate “good soil”: staying rooted in Scripture and prayer, practicing repentance and receiving God’s grace, and remaining connected to Christian community. It’s an encouraging invitation to let the Holy Spirit shape our hearts so God’s Word can take deep root and bear lasting fruit. “He who has ears, let him hear.”
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  The Easy Yoke: Finding Rest for the Weary Soul- Sermon- Matthew 11- Deacon Steven 07.07.2026 17мин

  In this homily, Deacon Steven addresses the universal experience of soul weariness by exploring Jesus's invitation to the burdened in Matthew 11. He begins by identifying the heavy yokes of modern life—such as burnout, loneliness, and professional stress—arguing that worldly escapes like entertainment or substances are merely temporary fixes that leave the spirit empty. The speaker then highlights the gentle character of Christ, emphasizing that Jesus does not demand self-improvement before arrival but offers a divine exchange of our crushing anxieties for His manageable burden. By sharing his personal struggle with the psychological weight of war, the deacon illustrates that true restoration is found not in a place of physical sleep, but in the person of Jesus. Ultimately, the text serves as a pastoral call to relinquish self-reliance and find lasting peace by walking in step with a Savior who carries the greater weight of our existence
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  Do Not Fear: You Are Seen, Known, and Valued - Sermon- Matthew 10 30.06.2026 17мин

  In this message, we dive into Matthew 10 to explore the deeply human experience of fear and Jesus's repeated command to "do not fear." While we often think of fear in terms of physical harm or existential threats, it frequently manifests in subtle ways—such as the fear of rejection, loss, or being misunderstood—quietly shaping our lives and decisions.Rather than calling us to muster up stoic courage on our own, Jesus invites us to redirect our fear by remembering how deeply God cares for us. Through the text, we look at two powerful images that offer comfort:The Sparrows: Even the smallest, least expensive birds sold at the market are seen and valued by God, reminding us that we possess immense value and do not need to fear being unseen or excluded.The Hairs on Our Head: God intimately numbers the hairs on our head, which serves as a profound reminder that He fully knows us and has already numbered our overwhelming anxieties and enemies.Ultimately, we overcome our fears not by trying to be harder or stronger, but by entrusting ourselves to God and boldly acknowledging Christ before others. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer noted, the fear of God is the single fear that destroys all other fears.
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  The Order of Our Loves | Matthew 10:34–39 -Sermon- The Sword That Brings Life 23.06.2026 22мин

  Passage:Matthew 10:34–39YouTube Blurb:Some words of Jesus stop us in our tracks:"I did not come to bring peace, but a sword..."What does Jesus mean? Isn’t He the Prince of Peace?In this message from Matthew 10, we explore one of Jesus’ more difficult teachings through the lens of Ordo Amoris — “the order of our loves.” Jesus isn’t calling us to love family less; He’s inviting us to love God first so that every other love in our lives finds its proper place.When good things become ultimate things, they begin to carry a weight they were never meant to bear. But when our hearts are rightly ordered, we discover greater freedom, deeper joy, and the ability to love others better.This week we ask:What love in my life has drifted out of order?What am I asking to carry the weight of my soul?CTK | Matthew 10:34–39
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  Living on Mission Without Burning Out - Sermon- Matthew 9:35–10:4 16.06.2026 24мин

  What does it actually mean to live on mission?Many Christians find themselves in one of two ditches. On one side is a constant pressure to evangelize every person, every moment, every opportunity. On the other side is a quiet faith that rarely moves outward at all.In Matthew 9, Jesus offers a different way.As He looks upon the crowds, He is moved with compassion because they are "harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." From that compassion flows a vision for mission that is rooted not in pressure, guilt, or performance, but in God's mercy.In this sermon we explore three marks of a faithful missional life:• The Eyes — seeing people with spiritual compassion• The Hands — ordinary people empowered by Christ• The Pace — a patient, rooted, and enduring witnessMission is not frantic striving, nor passive disengagement. It is learning to participate in God's loving call and outpouring with compassionate eyes, obedient hands, and a patient pace.Scripture: Matthew 9:35–10:4Christ the King Anglican ChurchDenver, Colorado
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  I Desire Mercy, Not Sacrifice- Sermon- Matthew 9:9–13 09.06.2026 23мин

  We live in a world that knows how to punish but struggles to forgive.In Matthew 9, Jesus does something scandalous: He calls a tax collector, dines with sinners, and confronts the religious leaders with a surprising truth:"I desire mercy, and not sacrifice."This message explores God's relentless mercy, the story behind Jesus' words in Hosea, and what it means to stop keeping score and trust God with justice.If you've ever struggled with forgiveness, resentment, self-condemnation, or the desire to see someone "get what they deserve," this passage offers a better way.
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  Drawn Into the Divine Life | Trinity Sunday- Sermon- Matthew 28:18–20 02.06.2026 26мин

  On Trinity Sunday, we explore one of the deepest mysteries and greatest gifts of the Christian faith: God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.Far from being an abstract theological puzzle, the Trinity reveals the very nature of God as a life of perfect love, self-giving, and communion. In the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18–20), Jesus invites us not merely to learn about God, but to be drawn into His life.What does it mean to be baptized into the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? How does participation in the divine life transform who we become? And how does that shape our mission as individuals, families, churches, and the global body of Christ?Join us as we discover that the Christian life is ultimately an invitation into the overflowing love of the Trinity—and a call to share that love with the world.
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  The Holy Spirit: Comforter of Our Souls - Sermon- John 14:15–17 26.05.2026 17мин

  Happy Pentecost!In John 14, Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure — and underneath all their questions is a deeper cry:“Can you comfort us?”Jesus answers by promising the gift of the Holy Spirit — the Comforter, the Spirit of Truth, the abiding presence of God with His people.In this Pentecost message we explore:• The Holy Spirit as Comforter• The Spirit who grounds us in truth• How God invites us to participate in His life and missionJesus does not leave His people as orphans.The Holy Spirit walks with us, steadies us, comforts us, and summons us deeper into the life of God.Scripture: John 14:15–26
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  Finding Peace and Purpose in Jesus- Sermon- John 14:1, 8-14- Deacon Steven 19.05.2026 25мин

  In this week’s message from John 14:1 and 8-14, Steven encouraged us to let our hearts be untroubled by embracing the calling Jesus offers His followers. Amid the disciples’ anxiety over Jesus’ coming departure, He gave them, and us, three anchors: a command to obey, a calling to embrace, and a conversation to maintain through prayer. Jesus promises that whoever believes in Him will do the works He did, and even greater works because He is going to the Father. These “greater works” are not about outdoing Jesus’ miracles but expanding their reach across time and place through faithful, everyday obedience. Steven reminded us that God has already prepared good works for us to walk in, whether through parenting, mentoring children at CTK, serving in Whiz Kids, or countless other Kingdom impacts. The message closed with a powerful invitation: stop striving, anchor your heart in belief, embrace the works God has prepared, and stay in constant conversation with Jesus through prayer offered in alignment with His name and character.
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  The Way, The Truth, and The Life - Sermon- John 14:6 12.05.2026 21мин

  “Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?”Thomas asks one of the most honest questions in all of Scripture — and one that still lives in every human heart. In a world overflowing with information, directions, opinions, AI, and endless “paths,” why do so many still feel lost?In John 14, Jesus does not hand His disciples a map, a checklist, or a five-step plan. He gives them Himself.“I am the way, and the truth, and the life.”This sermon explores:• Why following Jesus is relational before it is informational• The ancient idea of discipleship as “the way of walking”• Why modern people struggle with truth and direction• How Jesus offers not merely guidance, but presence• Why hearts can remain untroubled even when life feels uncertainJohn 14:1–6
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  A Home Beyond the Trouble- Sermon- John 14:1–3 05.05.2026 25мин

  “Let not your hearts be troubled.”In a moment filled with uncertainty, fear, and the threat of loss, Jesus speaks words that still meet us right where we are. In this message from John 14, we explore how His promise of a true and lasting Home speaks directly into our anxiety, our longing, and the instability of the world around us.What if that ache you feel—the sense that things aren’t quite as they should be—isn’t something to ignore, but a sign pointing you somewhere deeper?Jesus doesn’t offer shallow comfort. He offers Himself—and a future that is secure, restored, and full of life.If you’ve ever felt unsettled, weary, or unsure about what lies ahead, this message is for you.
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  What did Jesus mean by “abundant life”?- Sermon- John 10:1-10 28.04.2026 26мин

  In John 10:10, He says:“I have come that they may have life… to the full.”We often think that means comfort, success, or more of what we want.But Jesus offers something deeper.This message explores a better vision of the abundant life:• Oriented toward God• Becoming who you were made to be• Belonging to something bigger than yourselfNot a life that comes and goes…but one grounded in the Good Shepherd.Watch now.
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  Luke 24:13-35- Sermon- Hearts on Fire: The Road to Emmaus- Steven Sifers 21.04.2026 19мин

  Last Sunday evening, Steven Sifers walked us through Luke 24:13–35, the powerful story of the Road to Emmaus. In a moment filled with disappointment and confusion, we see how Jesus meets His followers right where they are—drawing near, opening the Scriptures, and revealing Himself in the breaking of the bread.This “Emmaus Pattern” still shapes our lives today. When our hopes feel shattered, Jesus is not distant—He is present, speaking, and making Himself known. And when our eyes are opened, the natural response is movement: hearts set on fire, we return to our own “Jerusalems” to share the good news that He is alive.
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  Good Friday Meditation | “I Will Remember Their Sins No More” 14.04.2026 11мин

  Today is Good Friday—a sacred time to slow down, reflect, and enter into the depth of Christ’s work on the cross.In this short meditation from Hebrews 10, we explore a powerful and often misunderstood phrase:“I will remember their sins no more.”Does God actually forget our sins?Or is something deeper happening?This message unpacks the biblical meaning of “remembering” as covenant action—not mere mental recall—and reveals the freeing truth at the heart of the gospel: God does not deal with you according to your past Your sin is not held over you Because at the cross, God fully dealt with sin—in JesusThis Good Friday, take a moment to breathe, reflect, and receive the peace that comes from knowing:You are not defined by your past—because of Christ.
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  John 20:1-10- Sermon- The Lord is risen. Alleluia 07.04.2026 18мин

  Jesse is reflecting on the message of Easter- the announcement that Christ is risen. He emphasizes that this isn’t just a historical claim, but a story that changes everything- what he calls not just “history,” but “His-story.”He points out that the resurrection account itself is surprisingly strange and imperfectly told- it feels clumsy, unpolished, and even a bit confusing. But instead of weakening the message, that rawness actually makes it feel more real and human.At the center of it all is the simple but powerful declaration:“Christ is risen. The Lord is risen. Alleluia.”The joy of Easter comes from this truth—and the way it continues to reshape lives.
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  John 9- Sermon- God's Love in Action 17.03.2026 28мин

  In this sermon, Deacon Steven explores the healing of the man born blind to illustrate that God’s love is active, near, and inviting. By juxtaposing the man’s physical, emotional, and spiritual isolation with the intrusive, tactile mercy of Jesus, the speaker argues that Christ does not merely fix biological defects but shatters the darkness of the human condition. The narrative structure highlights how Jesus refutes the legalism of the Pharisees and uses the materiality of the incarnation—symbolized by mud and touch—to restore the man to both sight and community. Ultimately, the text serves as a call for believers to admit their own blindness, obey divine prompts, and become physical agents of light to those suffering in seasons of modern-day darkness.
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  John 4:1-26- Sermon- God's Pursuit 12.03.2026 26мин

  In this sermon, Pastor Jesse explores Jesus’s encounter with the Samaritan woman to illustrate the active nature of divine love. The text highlights how Jesus deliberately crosses social, ethnic, and religious boundaries to pursue an individual who was considered an extreme outsider. Through their dialogue about "living water," the source emphasizes that God’s love is not a stagnant concept but an overflowing force meant to satisfy humanity's deepest spiritual thirst. Jesse challenges the audience to abandon the "Promethean" view that God is a rival to human happiness, arguing instead that surrender to Christ leads to true vitality. Ultimately, the message portrays the woman's joyful response as a model for the church, where personal transformation naturally results in sharing that grace with others.