Welcomed by God | Romans 15:1-7

Prodigal Grace | Luke 15:11-32

Title: Prodigal Grace Preacher: Nigel Hunter Text: Luke 15:11–32 Episode Description: In this sermon from Luke 15:11–32, guest preacher Nigel Hunter walks through Jesus’ parable of the prodigal son, showing that the story is not merely about one rebellious younger brother, but about two lost sons and the extravagant grace of the Father. The younger son rejects his father openly, squanders his inheritance, and returns home hoping only to be treated as a servant. The older son stays near the father, but his obedience has become transactional, resentful, and self-righteous. Both sons want the father’s gifts more than the father himself. Through this familiar parable, we are invited to see the heart of God: a Father who runs toward the lost, restores sons and daughters to honor, and calls his people to extend the same grace to others. Jesus is the true and better brother, the one who obeys where the younger son rebelled and loves where the older son could not.

Welcomed by God | Romans 15:1-7

What does biblical hospitality really mean? In Romans 15:1–7, Paul calls the church to “welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Hospitality is more than entertaining friends or hosting people who are already like us. It is the gospel-shaped practice of welcoming the stranger, bearing with the weak, and making room for those who are different. Because Christ welcomed us when we were strangers and sinners, we now welcome others with patience, love, and hope. This kind of hospitality builds up the church, displays the power of the gospel, and teaches a divided world to sing with one voice to the glory of God. Scripture: Romans 15:1–7 Preacher: Rev. Dr. Tommy Allen Church: Mercy Spokane

The Secret of Contentment | Philippians 4:10-20

What does it mean to be truly content? In Philippians 4:10–20, Paul writes from prison and explains that contentment is not something found on the other side of better circumstances. It is something learned in the middle of every circumstance. In this sermon, we look at Paul’s “secret” of contentment: not self-sufficiency, but Christ-sufficiency. Because believers are in Christ, they can endure both abundance and need, plenty and hunger, highs and lows. That same gospel contentment also frees us to live with boldness, take risks for the kingdom, and practice generous, sacrificial giving. Paul reminds the Philippians that their generosity was more than financial support. It was partnership in the gospel, fruit credited to their account, and a fragrant offering pleasing to God. And behind all of this stands the promise that God will supply every need according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Preached by: Rev Tommy Allen Date: 6/7/26 Episode Tags / Keywords Philippians, Philippians 4, contentment, Christian contentment, generosity, giving, gospel partnership, Christ-sufficiency, Philippians 4:13, Philippians 4:19, stewardship, Christian sermon, Mercy Spokane, Reformed sermon, Presbyterian sermon

The Antidote to Anxiety | Philippians 4:1-9

How is anxiety like a disease? It spreads. In Philippians 4:1–9, Paul addresses conflict in the church at Philippi and shows us how the gospel speaks directly to anxiety, control, disagreement, and peace. Rather than avoiding the conflict between Euodia and Syntyche, Paul names it, reminds them of their shared purpose in the gospel, and calls the church to help. From there, he teaches that the antidote to anxiety is not control, but prayer, supplication, thanksgiving, and trust in the sovereignty of God. Paul does not promise that life will become easy or that we will regain control. He promises something better: the peace of God will guard us, and the God of peace will be with us. Rev. Tommy Allen 5/31/26 Philippians, Anxiety, Peace of God, Prayer, Christian Conflict, Church Unity, Gospel, Mercy Spokane, Sermon, Reformed Theology

Are We There Yet? | Philippians 3:12–21

What does the Christian life look like after we have been made right with God by faith in Jesus? In Philippians 3:12–21, Paul reminds us that we are not home yet, but we are not lost. Because Christ has already made us his own, we press on toward the goal. In this sermon, we look at two spiritual dangers: thinking we have already arrived, and thinking grace means we no longer need to grow. Paul calls us instead to run the race, follow faithful examples, and remember that our true citizenship is in heaven. One day, Jesus will transform our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body. Until then, we press on, not to earn his embrace, but because he has already embraced us. Scripture: Philippians 3:12–21 Preacher: Rev. Dr. Tommy Allen Church: Mercy Spokane Episode Highlights: Paul’s reminder that we are “not there yet” Why grace does not eliminate effort, but enables it The difference between justification and sanctification How to leave behind both past sins and past successes Why Christian growth happens in community What it means that our citizenship is in heaven The hope that one day Jesus will make all our struggles untrue Keywords: Philippians, Philippians 3, Christian life, sanctification, justification by faith, grace, heaven, citizenship in heaven, spiritual growth, Mercy Spokane, sermon, Reformed theology, Presbyterian sermon