Haven City Church Sermons

Amos 7-8

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In this message, Pastor Josh continues our series in Amos by walking through God’s visions of the plumb line and the basket of ripe fruit. We’ll see how Israel mistook God’s patience for permission, how Amaziah the priest embodies the danger of managing God’s word instead of receiving it, and how these warnings point us to Jesus—the true plumb line and the One who bears the judgment our sins have ripened for. This sermon calls us, here in Baltimore, to stop assuming we’re “fine” and to respond to God’s kindness with real repentance while there’s still time.

Amos 6

Mon, 18 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In this sermon from Amos 6, Pastor Josh Turansky explores why God says, ‘I loathe Jacob’s pride,’ and how that word speaks directly into life in Baltimore today. Walking through the text, he shows how Israel’s pride took the form of complacent ease, insulated luxury, and practical atheism—using God’s gifts to hide from God’s heart. Then he contrasts biblical pride with a healthy, gospel-shaped self‑image as ‘blessable image-bearing covenant partners.’ Finally, he points us to the alternative God desires: humble, grieving dependence—people who are grieved over the ruin around them, who boast in the Lord rather than their own strength, and who follow the pattern of Christ’s self‑emptying humility.

Amos 5

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In this sermon from Amos 5, Pastor Josh explores what it means when God says He actually hates His people’s worship—not because He’s against singing or gatherings, but because their rituals are divorced from justice, righteousness, and real repentance. Through Amos’ funeral lament over “Virgin Israel,” the repeated invitation to “seek Me and live,” and the warning that the Day of the Lord will be darkness for complacent religious people, we see a God who both mourns our rebellion and urgently calls us back to Himself. The message lands in the gospel: Jesus steps into the Day-of-the-Lord darkness on the cross so that compromised, churchy people like us can find forgiveness, new life, and Spirit-empowered lives where worship and justice finally flow together like a never-failing stream.

Amos 4

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Amos 4 will help us ask an uncomfortable but freeing question: What if some of the hard things in our lives are not random, but invitations from God to come back to Him with our whole heart? Together we’ll hear the sobering call, “Prepare to meet your God,” not as a threat for other people out there, but as a gracious warning for us—to repent of empty religion, selfish comfort, and injustice, and to rediscover a living, responsive walk with the Lord.

Amos 3

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Amos 1-2

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Matthew 24:29-35

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:05:52 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 24:29-35, contrasting the kingdom present in the heart (Sermon on the Mount) with the future kingdom revealed in the Olivet Discourse, asserting that belief in Christ's return is necessary to justify the hardships of living as a kingdom citizen now. Jesus details the immediate post-distress cosmic cataclysms, the visible arrival of the Son of Man on the clouds with power and great glory to gather His elect, and instructs believers to interpret these signs—which will occur within a single generation—as assurance that He is "near, at the door".

Matthew 24:15-28

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:42:44 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 24:15-28 and the cosmic battle theory, explaining that humanity was created as image-bearing covenant partners placed in the midst of an ongoing war against Satan, where acts of faithfulness constitute spiritual warfare. Jesus provides a key end-time sign, the abomination of desolation, which is a defiling act leading to unparalleled great distress, and warns believers not to be deceived by false messiahs because His eventual return will be universally visible, flashing "as the lightning comes from the east and flashes as far as the west".

Matthew 23:37-39

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:29:00 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 23:37-39, explaining Jesus's lament over Jerusalem just days before his crucifixion. He describes how this passage reveals God's persistent, compassionate love for his people, likening it to a hen gathering her chicks, and contrasts it with humanity's tendency toward spiritual stubbornness and self-sufficiency.

Matthew 22:1-14

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:53:27 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 22:1-14, presenting Jesus's parable of the wedding banquet as a rebuke to the religious leaders who rejected God's invitation to His kingdom. The parable illustrates the historic rejection of God's invitations by the initially invited, the subsequent broad invitation to all, and the essential requirement of accepting God's provided "wedding garment" of righteousness for entry into His kingdom.

Matthew 21:33-46

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:47:06 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 21:33-46. He presents the parable of the tenant farmers, where a landowner's servants and son are abused and killed by the farmers entrusted with his vineyard, symbolizing Israel's rejection of God's prophets and ultimately His Son. Jesus uses this to declare that the kingdom of God will be taken from those who reject Him and given to a people who produce fruit, emphasizing the responsibility of humans as "tenant farmers" to steward God's entrusted relationships, resources, and opportunities with justice and righteousness.

Matthew 21:28-32

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:44:41 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 21:28-32. He explains the parable of the two sons, contrasting the son who says "no" but obeys with the son who says "yes" but fails to act, emphasizing the importance of follow-through and genuine obedience to God's will. Jesus applies this by stating that tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before the religious elites because they changed their minds and believed John's message, whereas the elites gave only lip service.

Matthew 21:18-27

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:41:23 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 21:18-27. He explains Jesus' cursing of the fig tree as a profound spiritual diagnosis of outward appearance without inner fruitfulness, contrasting it with God's desire for a living trust and faith that enables one to do mighty things. He also discusses Jesus' encounter with the religious elite, highlighting how Jesus' question about John's authority exposed their hypocrisy and hard hearts, demonstrating God's loving but direct engagement.

Matthew 21:12-17

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:35:25 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 21:12-17, explaining Jesus's cleansing of the temple where he drove out buyers and sellers, overturned money changers' tables, and healed the blind and lame, declaring the temple a "house of prayer" rather than a "den of thieves". Josh contrasts the indignant response of the religious leaders to Jesus's actions and the children's praises with Jesus's reference to Psalm 8, and he concludes by drawing a parallel to believers as the "temple of the living God," urging them to allow God to cleanse their lives of things not aligned with His glory.

Matthew 21:1-11

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:31:23 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 21:1-11. He explains Jesus's intentional triumphal entry into Jerusalem, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy as a humble king on a donkey rather than a warhorse. Josh contrasts the crowd's desire for a political liberator with Jesus's true mission to save humanity from sin and offer reconciliation with God, highlighting that Jesus is the exclusive path to the Father.

Matthew 20:29-34

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:13:15 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 20:29-34, focusing on the healing of two blind men near Jericho. He explains that the kingdom of God responds to desperate faith and humility, particularly when those in genuine need refuse to be silenced by cultural or religious pressure, and that Jesus asks questions as an invitation for honest engagement that facilitates His compassionate and restorative work.

Matthew 20:1-16

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:12:48 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 20:1-16, using the parable of the vineyard workers to explore the principles of the kingdom of heaven. He explains that God's economy operates on radical grace and generosity, challenging human tendencies toward merit-based thinking, comparison, and resentment, as all recipients of God's blessing are ultimately recipients of unmerited favor.

Matthew 19:27-30

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:10:53 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:27-30, where Peter asks what reward the disciples will receive for leaving everything to follow Jesus. He explains that while "leaving everything" is a heart matter and a call to radical commitment and surrender of ownership of one's life to Jesus, not necessarily a physical change of profession or location for everyone, Jesus promises significant future rewards, including reigning with Him in the "renewal of all things" (palegenesia) and receiving "a hundred times more" alongside eternal life.

Matthew 19:16-26

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:01:21 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:16-26. He teaches about the rich young man's encounter with Jesus, emphasizing that true discipleship involves identifying and surrendering one's "one thing" or idol—which often serves as a source of security, hope, and meaning—and reorienting one's entire life to Jesus, because while entering the kingdom of God is impossible with man, all things are possible with God.

Matthew 19:3-12

Thu, 01 May 2025 12:03:59 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:3-12, discussing Jesus' teaching on marriage, divorce, and singleness. He explains Jesus' ideal for marriage from Genesis 1-2 and contrasts it with Moses' accommodation for divorce in Deuteronomy 24 due to the hardness of human hearts, also addressing the meaning of "defiled" in that context and listing other biblical accommodations like polygamy and slavery. The sermon also explores the disciples' reaction to Jesus' strict standard for marriage and Jesus' teaching on singleness for the sake of the kingdom.

Easter Sunday

Thu, 01 May 2025 12:03:33 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Romans 6:3-7, explaining that Christians are united with Christ in his death and resurrection through baptism. This union means the old self enslaved to sin has died, and believers are raised with Christ to walk in newness of life, no longer having to be enslaved to sin.

Matthew 19:1-12

Thu, 01 May 2025 11:46:15 -0400

In this sermon, Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 19:1-12 about Jesus' response to the Pharisees' question regarding divorce. Jesus points back to God's original design for marriage in Genesis 1 and 2 as a permanent, one-flesh union, and explains that Moses permitted divorce due to the hardness of human hearts, highlighting the difference between God's ideal and scriptural accommodations for a fallen world.

Matthew 18:21-35

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:40:00 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 18:21-35 about the themes of offenses, sin, and particularly forgiveness within the Christian faith. He explains Jesus' teaching on unlimited forgiveness in response to Peter's question and uses the parable of the unmerciful servant to illustrate the importance of extending forgiveness to others based on the immeasurable forgiveness believers have received from God. He further elaborates on the complexities of forgiveness by introducing a framework of four quadrants based on conditional/unconditional forgiveness and the presence/absence of consequences, drawing on various biblical examples.

Matthew 18:15-20

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:40:28 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 18:15-20. He explains Jesus's instructions on how to address sin within the Christian community, emphasizing a three-step process from private confrontation to involving witnesses and then the church, ultimately aiming for restoration. Turansky also discusses the concepts of binding and loosing, the authority given to the church, and the importance of prayer and the presence of Jesus when believers gather in His name, particularly in the context of church discipline.

Matthew 18:1-9

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:05:30 -0400

In this sermon Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 18:1-9, where the disciples question Jesus about who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Using a child as an example, Jesus explains that true greatness in His kingdom is found in humility and childlike dependence, while also warning about the severe consequences of causing believers, referred to as "little ones," to stumble in their faith and emphasizing the need for a radical approach to dealing with personal sin.

Matthew 17:22-27

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:31:20 -0500

In this sermon, Josh Turansky teaches from Matthew 17:22-27 about Jesus's discussion on paying the temple tax. He explores how this passage reveals a pattern for Christian cultural engagement, balancing our identity in Christ with the need to be responsible and avoid unnecessary offense for the sake of our witness. Ultimately, the sermon emphasizes trusting in God's provision as we navigate these tensions.

Matthew 15:21-28

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:07:04 -0500

In this sermon, Josh Turansky explores Matthew 15:21-28, revealing how Jesus transcends cultural boundaries and challenges us to expand our understanding of the Kingdom of God. He illustrates through the story of the Canaanite woman that true faith knows no borders, urging us to look beyond our comfort zones and embrace a broader vision of God’s work.

Matthew 15:1-20

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:18:21 -0500

In this sermon, Pastor Josh Turansky explores Jesus’ confrontation with the Pharisees in Matthew 15:1-20, addressing the dangers of prioritizing man-made traditions over genuine faith and obedience to God. He challenges us to examine our hearts and recognize that true righteousness comes not from external rituals, but from a transformed heart that honors God in spirit and truth.

Matthew 14:22-36

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:15:24 -0500

This sermon explores the story of Jesus walking on water and His interaction with the disciples during a moment of fear and testing. Pastor Josh Turansky highlights themes of courage, faith, and the presence of God in the midst of life's storms. Through Peter’s boldness and subsequent doubt, listeners are invited to reflect on their own faith journey, choosing trust over fear. The message concludes with a picture of Jesus’ healing power and abundant compassion, reminding us of His enduring presence and provision.

Matthew 14:13-21

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:12:51 -0500

In this sermon, Pastor Josh Turansky unpacks the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000, emphasizing God's power to transform scarcity into abundance. Drawing parallels to contemporary challenges, he challenges listeners to trust God with their limited resources and participate in His work of provision and compassion. The message highlights God's unlimited ability to meet needs and the importance of faith in stewarding what we have for His glory.

Matthew 13:53-58

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:09:51 -0500

In this sermon, Pastor Josh Turansky examines Jesus’ visit to His hometown of Nazareth, where familiarity blinds the people to His true identity and limits the work of God in their midst. He challenges listeners to overcome skepticism and embrace faith, creating an environment where God’s power can work fully in their lives.

Matthew 13:1-9

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:24:14 -0400

This week, Josh teaches on the transformative power of parables in Matthew 13, revealing how Jesus uses these stories to unveil kingdom truths to those open to understanding. Join us as we delve into the deeper meanings behind the parables and their implications for our spiritual lives.

Matthew 12:38-50

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:06:00 -0400

Pastor Josh Turansky unpacks Matthew 12:38–50, where Jesus confronts misconceptions about faith, addressing demands for signs, superficial spirituality, and reliance on religious heritage. He challenges listeners to embrace true heart transformation through the power of the Holy Spirit, accept the resurrection as the ultimate sign, and live as members of God's family defined by faith and obedience.

Matthew 12:22-32

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:49:18 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh explores Matthew 12:22-32, where Jesus heals a demon-possessed man, leading to profound discussions on unity, spiritual authority, and the unforgivable sin against the Holy Spirit. Join us as we delve into these powerful teachings and reflect on their impact in our lives.

Matthew 12:15-21

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 11:59:02 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh starts by talking about Jesus as a powerful king who wins battles, as shown in Revelation 19. He then moves to Matthew 12, where he talks about how Jesus leads with kindness and helps others instead of using force. This shows that Jesus can be both a strong leader and a caring helper, teaching us about the different ways he uses his power to help and guide people.

Matthew 12:1-14

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:53:48 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh discusses the true intention of the Sabbath through the lens of the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing Jesus' challenge to the Pharisees' strict Sabbath laws with acts of compassion and healing, highlighting that the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.

Matthew 11:25-30

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:50:58 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh continues exploring the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing the importance of responding to Jesus's call. He discusses Jesus's rebuke of the unresponsive crowds and contrasts their hardness of heart with the humility required to accept the gospel, tying this message into the joy of baptism witnessed in the community.

Matthew 11:1-6

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:47:56 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh delves into Matthew chapter 11, discussing John the Baptist's doubts about Jesus as the Messiah and exploring the nature of doubt and faith. He encourages understanding and engagement with doubts as a pathway to deeper faith and spiritual breakthrough, drawing from various biblical figures who also wrestled with uncertainty.

Matthew 10:21-42

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:44:20 -0400

This week, Pastor Josh explores the teachings of Jesus from Matthew 10, emphasizing the principles of enduring faith amidst persecution and living out the kingdom of heaven in everyday life. He encourages the congregation to emulate Christ's example, highlighting the inevitable disclosure of the kingdom, the limits of earthly power, and the profound importance of loyalty to Christ above all else.

Guest Speaker Adolfo: Jonah

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:58:00 -0400

Pastor Adolfo shares an inspiring message on the transformative power of obedience and the consequences of running from God's call, as illustrated by the life of Jonah. Drawing on his own experiences as a missionary and the vivid biblical account of Jonah's flight, Pastor Adolfo challenges us to confront the "Jonahs" in our lives that cause storms and hinder our spiritual journey.

Matthew 9:35 - 10:15 Part 2

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Listen as Pastor Josh continues exploring Matthew 9:35-10:15 in Part 2 of our series. Delve deeper into Jesus' instructions to the apostles, focusing on their unique commissioning and the significant role they played in spreading the gospel to the house of Israel. Discover the profound implications of their mission and how it connects to God’s broader plan for redemption. Join us as we unravel these timeless truths and apply them to our lives today.

Matthew 9:35 - 10:15 Part 1

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 08:56:00 -0400

Listen as Pastor Josh explores Part 1 of Matthew 9:35-10:15, a passage rich with lessons on discipleship and the transformative power of Jesus' ministry. Join us to delve into how Jesus empowered his disciples, revealing the vast potential of the spiritual harvest and the urgent need for dedicated laborers in God’s kingdom.

Matthew 9:27-34

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:56:00 -0400

Listen as Pastor Josh teaches through Matthew 9:27-34, delving into the profound encounters of Jesus with two blind men and a demon-possessed man, highlighting the transformative power of faith and the compassion of Christ.

Baptism: Acts 2:22-30

Thu, 23 May 2024 13:30:17 -0400

Take a deep dive into Pastor Josh Turansky's sermon from last Sunday. He explores the powerful meaning of baptism, drawing on Acts 2:22 and beyond. Uncover how the early church's transformative encounters with the Holy Spirit shaped their lives. Discover the lasting relevance of these practices for our own spiritual growth today.

Matthew 7:13-23

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:35:46 -0400

This sermon from Matthew 7:13-23 explores the concept of the "narrow gate" versus the "broad path" as taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. It delves into the difficult choices and the disciplined journey required to follow the path to life, contrasting it with the easier, more popular routes that lead to destruction.

Matthew 7:7-12

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:28:26 -0400

Join us as we delve into Matthew 7:7-12, where Jesus teaches us the power of non-judgment and the importance of seeking, asking, and knocking in our relationship with God. Discover a fresh perspective on the Sermon on the Mount and transform your spiritual journey!

Matthew 7:1-6

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:16:44 -0400

Join us as we explore Matthew 7:1-6, where Jesus teaches us the profound lessons on judging others and the importance of self-reflection. Discover how to approach life with humility and love, transforming our interactions and embracing grace.

Easter Sunday

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:10:30 -0400

Celebrating Jesus' resurrection brings new life and hope. Join us as we explore the transformative power of Easter, marking a journey from death to life in Christ's victory.

Matthew 6: 25-34

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:13:00 -0400

In our journey through Matthew's Sermon on the Mount, we've reached teachings highlighting the importance of setting our hearts on spiritual pursuits rather than being ensnared by life's anxieties. Jesus calls us to shift our focus from worldly concerns to seeking God's kingdom first, promising that our essential needs will be met through faith.

Matthew 6:22-24

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:02:00 -0400

This sermon explores Jesus' message in Matthew about living a genuine faith that brings eternal rewards in the present. It redefines "heavenly treasures" as not just future rewards but as something we engage with today by aligning our lives with God's will.

Matthew 6:19-21

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:38:00 -0500

Discover the richness of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew, where he transforms our understanding of righteousness beyond mere performance, inviting us into a life deeply rooted in genuine spirituality and kingdom values.

Matthew 6:16-18

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:31:25 -0500

Dive into the heart of genuine spirituality with our latest sermon from Matthew chapter six. Discover how true Christian practices extend beyond performance, touching the essence of our daily lives and our interactions with others.

Matthew 6:5-8

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:55:04 -0500

Dive into the heart of Jesus's teachings with our latest audio sermon on the Sermon on the Mount, as captured in Matthew chapter six. Explore the transformative power of genuine prayer, giving, and fasting, and how these practices define the righteous life in God's kingdom. Join us to uncover the essence of living authentically under the reign of Christ, where personal and direct communication with God reshapes our lives. Listen now to embrace the call to genuine spirituality.

Matthew 6:1-4

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:24:57 -0500

In Sunday's teaching, we explored Matthew 6:1-4, where Jesus contrasts outward acts of righteousness with the deeper, authentic relationship with God they should stem from. We delved into the importance of genuine actions and intentions in our faith, akin to creating original art rather than mere replicas.

Matthew 5:43-48

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:38:23 -0500

This week, we completed our study of Matthew chapter 5, delving into Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, where He redefines and deepens our understanding of love, law, and righteousness. Jesus challenges us to love our enemies and live out the radical, asymmetrical love of God, exemplifying His teachings not just as rules but as transformative principles for our lives.

Advent 2023: Hope

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:02:47 -0500

Explore the profound message of hope in this week's Advent series, drawing parallels between the anticipation of the Messiah and our own spiritual journey. Join us as we delve into the significance of hope through Micah's prophecy and its fulfillment in Jesus, reminding us that hope is not just wishful thinking but a confident expectation rooted in God's promises.

Advent 2023: Peace

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:39:00 -0500

Listen to week two of our Advent series, focusing on the theme of peace. Discover how true peace in our lives and culture is intertwined with the presence of the King, as we explore through the book of Matthew.

Advent 2023: Love

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 15:04:59 -0500

Embrace the spirit of Advent with us as we reflect on God's enduring love and the anticipation of Christ's birth and return. Join our journey through Isaiah 7:14 and discover the profound meaning of Emmanuel, God with us.

Matthew 5:33-37

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:56:17 -0500

Explore the power of truth and integrity in our latest sermon from Matthew 5. Discover how Jesus' teachings challenge us to uphold honesty in our speech and actions, creating a foundation for a righteous society.

Matthew 5:31-32

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:47:01 -0500

In Matthew 5:31-32, the focus is on divorce and remarriage, emphasizing the sanctity of marriage and the protection it offers, especially to women in a patriarchal society. Jesus' teachings highlight that divorce should not be taken lightly, with exceptions being cases of sexual immorality, abandonment, or abuse.

Matthew 5:27-30

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:30:00 -0500

In this teaching from Matthew 5:27-30, Jesus explains that it's not just the actions, like committing adultery, that are wrong, but also having lustful thoughts. He's teaching us to not only act right but also to think and feel right in our hearts.

Matthew 5:21-26

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:36:00 -0500

In a sermon about Matthew 5:21-48, Jesus redefines moral standards in His kingdom, focusing on the heart rather than just actions. He teaches that internal attitudes, like anger, are as significant as external actions like murder. This passage challenges us to let God transform our hearts, bringing His kingdom's values into our daily lives and relationships.

Matthew 5:13-16

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 15:59:27 -0400

This teaching from Matthew 5:13-16 encourages us to be the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world," living virtuously to inspire others and glorify God. Drawing from the backdrop set in Chapter 4, the passage emphasizes the importance of good deeds in personal and community growth. It serves as a guide for leading a spiritually impactful life.

Matthew 5:1-12

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:50:15 -0400

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus presents the Beatitudes, which elevate and bless societal outcasts, emphasizing the distinct values of His kingdom where humility, meekness, and endurance in persecution are highly prized. This teaching challenges conventional norms, urging followers to embrace these divine principles.

Matthew 4:12-25

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:02:01 -0400

This week, we read through Matthew 4:12-25. After hearing about John's arrest, Jesus goes to Galilee, fulfilling an Isaiah prophecy and marking the beginning of His ministry. He calls fishermen Simon and Andrew to follow Him, emphasizing the mission to bring people into the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 4:1-11

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:16:27 -0400

This week, we read through Matthew 4:1-11.

Matthew 3:13-17

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:03:28 -0400

This week we read through Matthew 3:13-17.

Matthew 3:1-12

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:54:25 -0400

Matthew 2

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:37:51 -0400

Matthew 1:18-25

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:53:02 -0400

Matthew 1:1-17

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:04:15 -0400

Hebrews 13:20-25

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:43:02 -0400

Hebrews 13:7-19

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:26:20 -0400

Hebrews 13:1-6

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:53:45 -0400

Adolfo Ibarra

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:30:00 -0400

Hebrews 12 Pt: 4

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 22:49:16 -0400

Hebrews 12

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:03:05 -0400

Hebrews 12:3-13

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:17:37 -0400

Hebrews 12:1-2

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 17:18:57 -0400

Hebrews 11:23-40

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 06:19:50 -0400

Hebrews 11:7-22

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 23:21:23 -0400

Hebrews 11:1-6

Tue, 30 May 2023 14:22:13 -0400

Hebrews 10:26-39

Sun, 21 May 2023 19:06:02 -0400

Hebrews 10:19-25

Sun, 21 May 2023 19:02:43 -0400

Hebrews 10:1-18

Mon, 08 May 2023 06:29:43 -0400

Hebrews 9

Mon, 01 May 2023 06:17:28 -0400

Hebrews 8:7-13

Mon, 01 May 2023 06:16:14 -0400

Hebrews 8:1-6

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 19:05:51 -0400

Easter Sunday

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 23:30:55 -0400

Hebrews 7:18-25

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:53:01 -0400

Hebrews 7:1-10

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 20:29:27 -0400

Hebrews 6:13-20

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 20:08:31 -0400

Hebrews 5:10-14

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 23:12:27 -0500

Hebrews 5:1-10

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:07:13 -0500

Hebrews 4:14-16

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 23:16:59 -0500

Hebrews 4:1-13

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 23:07:02 -0500

Hebrews 3:12-19

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 21:02:28 -0500

Hebrews 3:7-19

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 23:14:02 -0500

Hebrews 3:1-6

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:16:20 -0500

Hebrews 2:18

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 21:49:01 -0500

Hebrews 2:10-13

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 23:12:54 -0500

Hebrews 2:5-9

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 21:24:29 -0500

Hebrews: Pay Attention

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 22:57:40 -0500

Hebrews: Jesus is Better than the Angels - Part 1

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 22:30:13 -0500

Hebrews: What Have You Done for Me Lately

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 22:10:38 -0500

Introduction to Hebrews

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 07:50:21 -0400

Promised Believers: Part 7

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 22:18:50 -0400

Promised Believers: God's Promises of Good To Us

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:43:24 -0400

Promised Believers: Prayer

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 21:24:00 -0400

Promise Believers: Abraham's People Part 2

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 21:24:24 -0400

Promise Believers: Abraham, Part 1

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 21:38:29 -0400

Promise Believers: Better Promises

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 20:30:15 -0400

Intro to Promise Believers Series

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:33:59 -0400

Responding to the Shooting in Uvalde TX

Tue, 31 May 2022 15:24:36 -0400

1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 09:20:00 -0500

1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 17:10:00 -0500

In this week’s episode of the HCC Sermons podcast Josh Turansky teaches on 1 Corinthians 3:1-3.

1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 15:28:00 -0500

In this week’s episode of the HCC Sermons podcast Josh Turansky teaches on 1 Corinthians 2:6-16.

1 Corinthians 1:26-2:5

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 15:00:00 -0500

In this week’s episode of the HCC Sermons podcast Josh Turansky reads through 1 Corinthians chapter 1 verse 26 through chapter 2 verse 5.

1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:05:42 -0500

1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 21:40:00 -0500

1 corinthians 1:4-9

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 21:18:00 -0500

1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:27:00 -0500

Mental Health: Depression and the Hope of Heaven

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 12:29:00 -0500

Ezra 10

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 15:25:49 -0400

Ezra 8

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 19:14:09 -0400

Ezra 4

Sun, 12 May 2019 20:21:00 -0400

Ezra 1-2

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 20:43:00 -0400

1 Corinthians 15

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 21:37:00 -0400

Luke 24:36-53

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 21:16:00 -0400

Luke 24:13-35

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 15:03:00 -0400

Luke 24:1-12

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 10:39:54 -0400

Luke 23:44-56

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 10:28:33 -0400

Luke 23:26-43

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 13:14:18 -0400

Luke 22:66-23:25

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 13:07:11 -0400

Luke 22:54-65

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 10:55:09 -0500

Luke 22:39-53

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 14:23:33 -0500

Luke 22:24-39

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 16:24:16 -0500

Luke 22:7-23

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 14:58:20 -0500

Luke 22:1-6

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 14:37:33 -0500

Luke 20:45-21:4

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 09:07:22 -0500

Jesus came to make us authentic and good.

Vision Sunday

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 18:03:57 -0500

Luke 20:20-44

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 21:08:42 -0500

Christmas 2018

Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:58:00 -0500

Pastor Josh shares about the incarnation and its significance for us as believers.

Luke 19:47-20:19

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 10:02:22 -0500

Luke 19:28-46

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 09:57:00 -0500

Luke 19:11-27

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 09:53:51 -0500

Luke 19:1-10

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 14:04:01 -0500

Luke 18:35-43

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 09:46:53 -0500

We look at the story of Bartimaeus and how he was healed.

Luke 18:15-34

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 15:30:45 -0500

Luke 17:20-37

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 19:25:39 -0400

Luke 17:11-19

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 17:18:22 -0400

Luke 17:5-10

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:46:11 -0400

Luke 17:3-4

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 13:52:56 -0400

Luke 17:1-2

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 13:47:00 -0400

Luke 16:16-31

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 09:50:01 -0400

Luke 16:1-15

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 13:06:00 -0400

Part 1 in our study on resources and opportunities.

Luke 15

Sun, 19 Aug 2018 13:00:00 -0400

Luke 14

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:19:00 -0400

Luke 13:10-35

Sun, 05 Aug 2018 15:39:00 -0400

Luke 13:1-9

Sun, 29 Jul 2018 15:36:00 -0400

Luke 12:1-12

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:31:59 -0400

Luke 11:37-54

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 15:52:04 -0400

Luke 11:1-13

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:37:45 -0400

1 Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.”

2 So He said to them, “When you pray, say:

Our Father in heaven,

Hallowed be Your name.

Your kingdom come.

Your will be done

On earth as it is in heaven.

3 Give us day by day our daily bread.

4 And forgive us our sins,

For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us.

And do not lead us into temptation,

But deliver us from the evil one.”

5 And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 for a friend of mine has come to me on his journey, and I have nothing to set before him’; 7 and he will answer from within and say, “Do not trouble me; the door is now shut, and my children are with me in bed; I cannot rise and give to you’? 8 I say to you, though he will not rise and give to him because he is his friend, yet because of his persistence he will rise and give him as many as he needs.

9 “So I say to you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened. 11 If a son asks for bread from any father among you, will he give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent instead of a fish? 12 Or if he asks for an egg, will he offer him a scorpion? 13 If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!”

Luke 10:25-42

Mon, 11 Jun 2018 15:56:41 -0400

Luke 10:1-24

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 15:52:02 -0400

Luke 9:51-62

Mon, 28 May 2018 19:05:28 -0400

Luke 9:37-50

Sun, 20 May 2018 16:54:00 -0400

Luke 9:1-36

Sun, 13 May 2018 16:38:00 -0400

We look at five scenes from the end of Jesus' Galilee ministry.

Luke 8:22-25

Sun, 06 May 2018 16:29:00 -0400

Derek Hogg guest preaches for Haven City Church and talks about how God gives us peace in the midst of the storm.

Luke 8:26-56

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 16:05:00 -0400

In this passage Jesus encounters a demon filled man and delivers him. He also raises Jirus' daughter from death and cures a women's disease.

Luke 8:1-21

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 20:02:27 -0400

Luke 7:36-50

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 11:57:00 -0400

Psalm 107:23-32

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 19:31:02 -0400

Luke 7:1-10

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 22:27:00 -0400

Luke 6:27-49

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 09:02:24 -0400

In this sermon Pastor Josh Turansky of Haven City Church preaches from Luke 6:27-49. The text addresses a love for enemies, not judging and living in obedience to the words of Christ.

Luke 6:1-26

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:06:46 -0500

We see Jesus confronting the religious traditions of the Pharisees.

Luke 5:27-39

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 13:39:22 -0500

Pastor Josh uses this text as an opportunity to share the basics of the New Covenant.

Luke 5:1-26

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 22:40:00 -0500

Luke 5:1-26

There is going to be a voice in your head that wants to mute these stories and censor these stories from encouraging you to trust in God for miraculous intervention.

Let me encourage you to let down your guard for the next few minutes and allow the Holy Spirit to encourage your heart.

Verse 1-11

This day was probably the most successful day Peter ever had as a fisherman. He probably had never caught this much fish. If his vocation was a negative thing then why did Jesus give him his best day ever?

Verse 12-16

Instead of crowds Jesus is gathering followers. He is also calling these followers to do life together. He is forming the church. These people don’t just have relationships with him, they also have relationships with one another. And those relationships are unique.

Verse 17-26

I think the church walks around saying "Jesus will forgive your sins." But it isn't healing the suffering of their community. It is easy to be the church that says "your sins are forgiven." It is much harder to be the church that says "your sins are forgiven, rise up and walk."

Luke 3

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 21:45:00 -0500

Pastor Josh Turansky teaches through Luke 3 at Haven City Church on January 21st.

Luke 2:21-52

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 19:26:00 -0500

Other then Luke Luke 2 Pastor Josh references John 14:26, John 15:26-27, Romans 8:15-16 and Galatians 4:6.

Vision Sunday for 2018

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 21:29:00 -0500

Pastor Josh Turansky kicks off the year with vision for 2018.

Luke 1:57-80

Sun, 31 Dec 2017 21:15:00 -0500

A miracle baby was born because God has a plan to bring King Jesus into the world to redeem us and rescue us from all that we have messed up.

Philippians 4:4-9

Sun, 26 Nov 2017 21:57:00 -0500

Isaiah 26:3

You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You.