Reach Sermons Online

When we choose to be friends with the world, we declare war on God. In this lesson, Taylor Gabbert teaches that the ultimate guide for peace is to be right with His by submitting to His will for our lives. This difficult task means making a conscious decision to walk in holiness and humility every day.

A great challenge for believers is finding wisdom amongst the culture. But how can we follow wisdom, cultivating righteousness and peace? In this week's lesson, Taylor Gabbert teaches on the importance of wisdom from within every believers daily walk compared to wisdom of this earth.

One of the greatest challenges we face as people of faith is how to discern our progress as a believer. We can see it in a number of ways, but the most obvious is in our changed behavior. In this week's lesson, Taylor Gabbert teaches on the significance of action as a result of our faith and the role works plays in the lives of a believer.

The Bible speaks quite frequently about the trials that we will face as believers in a broken world. Many times those trials can cause confusion in the moment, but God's word always brings clarity to the challenges we face. In this lesson, guest speaker Taylor Gabbert teaches the importance of faith in the midst of a trial and the reward that is waiting for us if we endure.

The gift of faith inspires others during difficult times to remain faithful. Even though we are all called to have faith in Christ, God has chosen specific people to give an extra portion of faith in order to build up the body and supply boldness in the midst of hardship. In this lesson, Pastor Philip uses the story of three young Hebrew men as they inspire an empire to follow the one true God. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

According to the Bible and the teachings of Jesus, the gift of service is the greatest gift anyone can receive. God has designed the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be reflections of attributes, and serving is the one He values most. In this lesson, Pastor Philip describes the life of a servant and what God can do with a humble heart that is not afraid to serve, even when it may cost us our lives. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

Leadership is a subject that is prevalent in secular settings, but it is one of the most misunderstood gifts in the Bible. A person that has been given the spiritual gift of leadership will naturally be elevated to a position of influence, but it is always rooted in a proper understanding of who gives and takes away influence. In this lesson, Pastor Philip teaches that godly leadership is given by God. It is not just limited to charisma and people skills. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

The gift of giving is a central part of the body of Christ. God has chosen to invest one of His greatest attributes in those who are givers. In this lesson, Pastor Philip teaches about the spiritual gift of giving and how God uses individuals with this gift to bless those around them by bringing our perspective to the things that really matter in everyday life. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

The gift of wisdom does not come from knowledge or experience, but from God. It is not limited by human understanding, but rooted in a humble relationship with the maker of the universe. In this lesson, Pastor Philip teaches about the gift of wisdom through one of the greatest young prophets ever used by God, Daniel. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

The gift of prophecy is unique because it is the gift that God uses to speak His purpose to His people. Throughout scripture God has given specific people a special understanding of his intentions and used them to give insight to others. Prophecy differs from teaching primarily through the way God communicates to His people. In this lesson, Pastor Philip uses the example of Samuel, the boy prophet, to illustrate how God has provided clarity to his people through the gift of prophecy. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

Hannah’s freshman year of college didn’t go like she planned. At 18 years old she boarded a plane for a short term mission trip to Zambia, Africa and when she stepped out of the taxi she knew she was home. In this special episode of the Reach podcast, Pastor Philip Jackson sits down with our youngest missionary to date to hear how God called her to missions, and what the road has looked like to get where she is.

The gift of exhortation (encouragement) is the gift that sees things not as they seem, but as they really are. Those who have the gift of exhortation are those who see what God is doing in the lives of His people and always draw people’s eyes to the provisions of God. In this lesson, Pastor Philip uses the story of two young men who defied a nation of pessimists and called their attention to the hope that God had provided. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

The gift of teaching is one of the most prominent gifts of the Holy Spirit. It is so well known because it is one of the most publicly used gifts. One of Paul’s most promising disciples was a young man named Timothy who had a gift for teaching. In the first of two letters written to his young apprentice, Paul teaches Timothy the important foundation of good teaching. Pastor Philip shows us in this lesson how God uses those who have been given the gift of teaching and uses them to build the body of Christ. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

The gift of mercy is the supernatural power to see the needs of others and to meet their needs. God uses the merciful to teach His children to see those who have been overcome by hardship and gently bring them to a right relationship with God. In this lesson, Pastor Philip shows us how Jesus used the gift of mercy to bring desperate people to the Father through meeting their everyday needs. Young Guns is a series that explores how God has used young adults in Scripture to accomplish His divine plan through different spiritual gifts.

How does the fruit of our lives affect unity? We learn a lot about God from our traditions, but there is a hidden danger of building our lives on a fake faith that is not rooted in relationship. In this lesson, guest speaker Roya Shaull discusses the difference between living in a man made religion and in the one true faith by exploring the truth of God's word in the Book of Galatians.

Unity is a blessing to everyone. In this lesson, Pastor Philip teaches the final verses of Paul’s letter to the Philippians as he offers some encouragement to his brothers and sisters. Through their obedience to Christ and commitment to unity, they played a part in Paul’s ministry and have been an example to Christians throughout history. Their simple testimony not only blessed Paul, but also showed the rich result of pleasing God through obedience to unity.

Many believers will acknowledge the importance of unity in the church and in their personal lives. But what does it practically look like to live as a unifier?  In this lesson, Pastor Philip teaches the mind, life, and product of being a unifier to those around us. It is not something that comes without any effort. It takes intentional focus and determination to be someone who brings others together.

Trophies are a big deal to us. More than likely, growing up there were celebrations over your accomplishments. What would it be like to be part of a team only celebrated individuals and obsessed about what each person had individually accomplished? In this passage of scripture, Pastor Philip teaches that some of the greatest hindrances we face in our walk with God are obsessing about our individual accomplishments at the expense of the body of Christ.

We can tell a lot about what God values by looking at His priorities. He is the ultimate unifier and we have the greatest example of the lengths He has gone to bring His creation together. In this passage Pastor Philip explains how sin has divided us, but God has brought all of us together through His priority of putting others first.

According to Paul, unity is one of the greatest indications that we belong to God. In this passage we see that God has given us the gift of unity and how it plays a crucial role in our lives as believers. It is the defining attribute for God’s children to be a unified family. But we shouldn’t be surprised when opposition comes from the world, both outside and inside the church.

Is faith the same as belief? One of the greatest lies that Satan tries to convince God’s children of is that they are the same thing. But that’s not what God’s word says. In this passage, the Apostle Paul teaches us that faith is the path to a miraculous, free life. As children of God, we have access to the ultimate freedom, but many times that freedom is bogged down by a worldly perspective of our circumstances. In Christ there is freedom and an invitation to see the world with limitless opportunities. This lesson is part two of a two part crossover event between REACH Young Adult Ministries and TCC Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM). In this lesson, Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church, discusses how faith leads to freedom.

There is freedom and protection in the community of believers. This lesson is part one of a two part crossover event between REACH Young Adult Ministries and TCC Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM). In this lesson, TCC BCM Director Kyle Thomas discusses the need for accountability and the freedom that comes from godly relationships.

Have you ever wondered what it would take to not worry about things? In this lesson, Sam Steele explores one of the great lessons of all time and what Jesus meant when He told us to not worry. 

Deep down inside this is the most common question we ask ourselves. No matter how big or how small, every challenge we face is met with one big question, is God enough? Is He enough to satisfy us in singleness, or our job, or career, or marriage? In this message, Philip Jackson shows us that it is God's desire to prove to us that He is enough for whatever comes into our life.

Every season of life will have moments when you don't know what to do. God designed our lives to be filled with problems and solutions. He does this so that we can see His provision in our lives and teach us to trust Him. In this lesson Philip Jackson teaches how God meets our needs in moments of uncertainty.

One of the greatest fears of our lives is the fear of failure. It is significant because it speaks to our perceived value. Sure, we acknowledge that we need a savior from our sin. But, we live with the constant temptation to measure our worth by what we deem successful, not what God has said about us. This lesson focuses on the profound truth that God expects failure from us without compromising His deep love and desire for our continued growth.

The fear of missing out is driven by a selfish perspective wrapped around perceived value. The story of the rich young ruler is famous because he was not willing to give up his known comfort, for the unknown of what God offered to him. This story is a cautionary tale for those who are trying to decide between being safe and being godly.

"Obedience" Part II - Jonah 1-4

Have you ever been busy but unproductive? In this passage of scripture we see God calling Gideon to obedience when he is hiding in a wine press. His life is full of activity, but there is no movement forward. Check out what God's word has to say about obedience in the face of busyness.

The most prominent attribute of God is His love. It is characterized by the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. The most prominent attribute of sinful human beings is pride. This is characterized by selfishness and a petty hatred toward anyone who denies it. In this passage of 1 John, we begin to see how God guides His children to live out His character with others even in the midst of conflict. But even more than dealing with the hatefulness of a rebellious generation, we see that God draws his church beyond conflict resolution to intentional, sacrificial love.

For many people, their gene pool is strong. They carry their parent’s likenesses every day and there is no escaping who they belong to. The same is true for the children of God. They share a hidden likeness that is only seen fully by God. When Christ appears they will be fully seen as He sees them. Their spiritual family tree also has deep roots that keep them stable when there is conflict with the world. This security as a child of God allows His children to see Jesus fulfill His purpose on the earth in defeating sin and setting people free.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, September 1st, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled, “Divine Genetics" from 1st John 2:3-11”

In the mid-to-late first century, the church was bombarded by false teachers who began to teach that what the Disciples had taught was not the full gospel of Jesus. A group who called themselves “Gnostics” (from the Greek word, “gnosis” for knowledge) claimed that they had been given a special understanding about God and were teaching untrained Christians a false gospel. In his first lesson on 1 John, Pastor Philip Jackson teaches what it means to be a child of God and to walk in the light from 1 John 1:1-2:2.

It's payday and you have some cash in your account. But what does the Bible say about how you should spend it? Better yet, what does God's word teach us about stewardship regarding all of our possessions? In this message about money, Pastor Philip Jackson digs into one of the most famous passages of scripture, the Sermon on the Mount and gives a testimony about money in his own life.

James tells us in his letter that a person who asks God for help in the middle of a trial and then refuses to trust His provision will not receive anything from Him. He aptly describes that person as “double minded” and unstable. As we face challenges during our lives we are confronted with constant waves of emotion as we respond to a sinful world. But how trustworthy are those emotions? Are they a reliable source of truth and guidance? Once again, God’s word speaks truth when worldly wisdom spins us in circles.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, July 28th, 2020 featuring guest speaker, Taylor Gabbert from the series Frequently Asked Questions entitled, "Lunch Money" about forgiveness from Matthew 18:21-35”

Sometimes there is a natural conflict between parents and their children. Letting go of someone you have been a steward over can be difficult. But what happens when healthy stewardship becomes an unhealthy desire to get in the way of God’s plans in the life of your child? In this lesson from Mark 3:20-35, Pastor Philip Jackson explores Jesus’ reaction as His family comes to force Him to leave His ministry.

Jesus’ life was defined by complete reliance and obedience to the Father. His submission to the Lord did not undermine His earthly parents, but instead He honored them and subjected Himself to their authority until the time was right. This passage shows a willful submission to Mary and Joseph because Jesus understood that God had given Him parents for a reason. Our challenge today is to learn to be like Christ as we submit to the authorities our Father has placed over us.

On June 9th, 2020 Pastor Philip Jackson lost his younger brother Stephen to a long battle with alcoholism. Stephen's story is more common than most people of faith will acknowledge publicly. The realities of addiction do not discriminate and they have a profound effect on everyone. This message contains the lessons Philip learned through his 15 year journey with his brother. It is intended to be an encouragement both to those who are struggling with addiction and those who love them. We hope that this is encouraging to you. There is always hope, and that hope is rooted in Jesus!

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 featuring a stand alone message by guest speaker Taylor Gabbert entitled, "Even If" from Daniel 3.

The final message from James circles back to where he started in chapter 1. We must always be vigilant to not be double minded. He challenges those who have made comfortable living their god and directs the saints to focus on waiting expectantly with an eternal mindset. He challenges them to remember that God is the one who directs our lives and we have no authority to make promises. He finishes by encouraging them to bring their brokenness to the throne and earnestly seek the best for everyone. A transforming life is defined by what we focus on. Are we driven by padding our surroundings to avoid trials, or are we embracing the opportunity to transform with the people around us?

Your theology is the most basic thing about you. How you see God will determine how you see the rest of the world. He will not allow us to live arrogant, selfish lives with His divine power. A selfish life is a life with no supernatural presence. God actively works against the proud because they breed destruction in His creation. But He gives grace to those who acknowledge their pride and humble themselves by submitting to His will. A transformed life is one that embraces a lifestyle of humility. As it grows, supernatural power is free to flow through the humble life and glorify the Father. As we experience God’s work through us, He allows us to share in His glory. But to live a double minded life, is to live in sin and against God’s kingdom.

The words we use matter. We live in a generation that is intimidated by silence. There is always a new video to watch, post to like, or game to play. The heart of a transformed life understands that the things coming out of our mouth will either bring life or death. Even more so for those who are given influence in God’s kingdom. How they use that influence will come with increased accountability. James teaches us in this chapter the simple truth of Proverbs 18:21, that the words we speak can bring death or life. As such, we should be very careful how we use our mouths. But even more than that, they are a reflection of the heart. The evidence of a transformed life is that it is grieved by words that cut, and encouraged by words that build up.

A transformed life sees people with compassion. But our world always focuses on the opposite of what God sees. The foundation of the kingdom of God is built on lives that have total trust in Christ. Just like Jesus, we are called to lay ourselves down in total commitment to God’s will. This chapter focuses on the need for action behind our faith. It is normal for human beings to favor what the world values because we are insecure. We will always have a tendency to lean toward what is comfortable. James points out that it is sinful to play favorites with people because we don’t want to be uncomfortable. We want easy, safe relationships that don’t demand any faith. But we are called to be obedient, not comfortable. Chasing Jesus is not just an academic pursuit!

Everything good comes from God. Separate from Him, there is only destruction. Just like a fish out of water, when we separate ourselves from God and try to call our own shots, we immediately begin to die. For the children of God, the constant draw we feel because of sin becomes a tool God uses to transform us. As we sacrifice ourselves and turn control back over to Him, we begin to see that even the fallen nature of our world drives us toward Him. Every challenge we face is because of sin’s effect on the world. But, as we apply God’s word to our lives, we are transformed, and we begin to receive a “crown of life,” the supernatural mark of divine influence that God has promised to those who love Him.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled 'Transformations in the Wilderness - Tests & Trials' from Matthew 4:1-11.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, April 14th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled "Transformations in the Wilderness - Prophets and Promises" from Mark 1:1-11

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, April 7th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Transformations In The Wilderness - Elijah and God's Provision” from first 1 Kings 17.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Transformations in the Wilderness - Moses & The Burning Bush” from Exodus 3-4.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, March 24th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Who is God? - How the Holy Spirit Transforms us” from John 16:1-15

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled "Who is God? How The Father Transform us" from Romans 5:6-11

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, March 10th, 2020 featuring a stand alone topical message by Taylor Gabbert, entitled “Dear God?” about the subject of prayer.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Who is God? - How the Son Transforms us” from Romans 5:1-5

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, February 18th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Biblical Sex: Unity in Purpose and Submission” from Ephesians 5:15-33.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, February 11th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Biblical Sex: The Identity of Femininity” from Gen 2:15-25.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, February 4th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Biblical Sex: The Identity of Masculinity” from John 10:1-18.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled "Four Responses to the consequences of Sin” from John 11:1-44

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, January 21, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled God’s Limitless Power to Change Us” from Romans 8:31-39.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, January 14th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “How God Sees us In our Brokenness” from Psalm 23.

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “The Year of Transformation”  from Romans 11:33-12:2.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from the series 1 Samuel entitled, “End of the Road” from 1 Sam 28, 31.”

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, November 19th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from the series 1 Samuel entitled, “The Future of Failure” from 1 Sam 30.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, November 12th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from the series 1 Samuel entitled, “Strange Bedfellows” from 1 Sam 27-28:2, 29:1-11.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 by Armando Gonzalez, Pastor to students at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from the series 1 Samuel entitled, “Mercy, Mercy” from 1 Samuel 24.

“REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from the series 1 Samuel entitled, “Collateral Damage” from 1 Sam 21:1-9, 22:6-23”

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, October 22nd 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Saul Despises David” from 1 Samuel 18

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “The Rise of David” from 1 Samuel 16-17

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 by Aj Gonzalez Pastor to Students at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Real Obedience”  from 1 Samuel 15

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Israel rejects God as Their King” from First Samuel 8-10

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, September third, 2019 by Aj Gonzalez Pastor to Students at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled, “Remember” from 1 Samuel 7

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, August 27th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “God Fights for Himself” from 1 Samuel 5 & 6

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled "God is not a lucky charm" from 1 Samuel 4:1-18

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 by AJ Gonzalez, Pastor to Students at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled "The Boy Prophet - Speaking the Truth Today" from 1 Samuel 2:22-3:21

REACH Young Adult Ministry sermons online from Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 by Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults at Evergreen Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma entitled “Faithfulness” from first Samuel 1-2

Join Philip Jackson, Pastor to Young Adults and AJ Gonzalez, Pastor to Students from Evergreen Church in South Tulsa as they discuss the roots of REACH and what young adults face in 21st Century America.