The Transfiguration is a pivotal moment in the life of Jesus, revealing his divine identity to his disciples in a dramatic way. Jesus, accompanied by Peter, James, and John, is transfigured on a mountain, shining with glory as he stands alongside Moses and Elijah. This moment marks a turning point in his journey toward the cross and challenges the …

Oleh Justin Gruber

This is a basic overview of the doctrine of election. In this message we attempt to clarify and correct common misconceptions that arise over time. The goal is to appreciate that there is a lot more going on than we often grasp when addressing the way God saves sinners. The hope is that each believer hearing this will walk in a greater humility and…

Portraits of a King - Feeding of the 5,000Oleh Missio Dei Community - SLC

Pastor Justin teaches on Hebrews 13:5-6, carrying over last week's teachings on God's place in our marriages into God's place in our stuff. Notes link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mOSzVc_SQppWUUmeJDOjAQ53N159UZD-t-Ghhlv_dJc/edit?tab=t.0Oleh Justin Gruber

Paul’s first missionary journey is underway and we have the opportunity to hear from the great apostle as he teaches his audience two thousand years ago. It is a masterclass on evangelism. In this final sermon we are treated with an example of how God works through the gospel to bring His elect to faith.…

Oleh Justin Gruber

Stories reveal who someone truly is. If we want to know what Jesus is like, we don’t just rely on facts—we look at the stories about him. This Lent, we are exploring six stories that reveal what kind of king Jesus is. Our first story, the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness, shows us how he chooses to rule—not through power, performance, or contr…

Paul’s first missionary journey is underway and we have the opportunity to hear from the great apostle as he teaches his audience two thousand years ago. It is a masterclass on evangelism. In this final sermon we are treated with an example of how God works through the gospel to bring His elect to faith.…

Throughout this series, we've explored the vision of extending our table—how God calls us into unexpected places and welcomes unexpected people. As we conclude, we focus on how we’re not just invited to sit at the table but to contribute to the meal. Like a potluck, God calls each of us to bring our unique gifts to share.…

Oleh Justin Gruber

Paul’s first missionary journey is underway and we have the opportunity to hear from the great apostle as he teaches his audience two thousand years ago. It is a masterclass on evangelism.Oleh Matthew Henry

Hope is not passive optimism—it’s an act of trust and courage. In this teaching, Heather explores what it means to cultivate hope and extend belonging, even when circumstances make it difficult. Through Jesus’ teaching and example, we’re invited into a bigger, more generous way of seeing and loving others.…

Oleh Justin Gruber

Paul’s first missionary journey is underway and we have the opportunity to hear from the great apostle as he teaches his audience two thousand years ago. It is a masterclass on evangelism.Oleh Matthew Henry

Justin teaches on the new covenant and how we are no longer in front of the terrifying Mt Sainai, but instead we can climb Mt Zion thanks to Christ's blood. (Note: There was a brief power outage during the sermon so the audio will sound a little off at about 33:45 mark) Notes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OUTxh1kVylvG1EgcgM9zsVvenU6NwqO…

As we journey through this series, we are exploring the vision and calling we believe God has placed on our community for 2025: Extending Our Table. This phrase is more than just an image; it is a posture, an invitation to expand our hospitality, embrace discomfort, and welcome the unexpected. In this guide, we will reflect on how Jesus models tabl…

Spiritual warfare is an idea that conjures up all sorts of thoughts andreactions. During the 90's and early 2000's it was quite popular in the mainline churches. It hasshifted a bit over time but the presence is still felt and contributes to a very unbiblical andunhealthy understand of how Satan truly works and attacks. In this sermon we have a cha…

Spiritual warfare is an idea that conjures up all sorts of thoughts and reactions. During the 90's and early 2000's it was quite popular in the mainline churches. It has shifted a bit over time but the presence is still felt and contributes to a very unbiblical and unhealthy understand of how Satan truly works and attacks. In this sermon we have a …

Hunt the Enemies Part 3 Hebrews 12:16-17Oleh Justin Gruber

At Missio Dei, we believe God is always calling us to something new while rooting us in His mission of renewal. This year, we sense an invitation to extend our table—to practice radical belonging, break down barriers, and witness to the hospitality of Jesus. But in a divided world, how do we gather and stay together? Join us as we explore what it m…

Often Christians look at themselves, their abilities and opportunities andthink little of it. They compare themselves to others and their effect seems to matter little. Butthis is simply not true. In this message we see how God saved, calls and equips all of us for Hispurposes. The size or effect is unimportant.…

Often Christians look at themselves, their abilities and opportunities and think little of it. They compare themselves to others and their effect seems to matter little. But this is simply not true. In this message we see how God saved, calls and equips all of us for His purposes. The size or effect is unimportant.…

Our final installment in our series, Every Moment Holy explores how friendship is a holy practice that shapes us in profound ways—inviting us into renewal, connection, and love.Oleh Missio Dei Community - SLC

Oleh Justin Gruber

In this final sermon on guardians of the Church, we focus on what often isthe most difficult part of forgiveness, the idea of not remembering wrongs suffered. Often wewill hear "Forgive and Forget" but is this properly stated? Should we simply somehow forget?The goal of this sermon is to consider this aspect of forgiveness from a biblical perspecti…

In this final sermon on guardians of the Church, we focus on what often is the most difficult part of forgiveness, the idea of not remembering wrongs suffered. Often we will hear “Forgive and Forget” but is this properly stated? Should we simply somehow forget? The goal of this sermon is to consider this aspect of forgiveness from a biblical perspe…

Oleh Justin Gruber

This week we explore how an obsession with efficiency can hinder wholeness and following the way of Jesus. While efficiency—the ability to maximize outputs with minimal inputs—can be a valuable tool, it becomes problematic when applied to every aspect of life. Instead of alleviating anxiety and creating space, an obsession with efficiency often mag…

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way toguard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often peoplestruggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeksrepentance and wants to be restored.Oleh Matthew Henry

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way to guard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often people struggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeks repentance and wants to be restored.Oleh Matthew Henry

Part 3 in our series, Every Moment Holy exploring how to live the way of Jesus with technology. The first 5 minutes of this sermon (introduction) were not recorded.Oleh Missio Dei Community - SLC

Pastor Justin teaches on growing together through discipline: Hebrews 12:12-13 Notes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YSX0Nj_MgYYro3DF7MxhrJM7Jxi3jS4QHwN3wF2Upv0/edit?tab=t.0Oleh Justin Gruber

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way toguard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often peoplestruggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeksrepentance and wants to be restored.Oleh Matthew Henry

Having considered the various aspects of Church Discipline as a way to guard the purity of the Church, we now look at the what and how of forgiveness. Often people struggle in forgiving another when sinned against and this creates challenges as a person seeks repentance and wants to be restored.Oleh Matthew Henry

Oleh Justin Gruber

In part 2 of our series, Every Moment Holy, Jordan explores the formative power of money and economics, contrasting the story of mammon—a system of exploitation and bondage—with the biblical vision of Jubilee, where debts are forgiven, communities are restored, and human flourishing takes center stage. Jesus invites us to reimagine our participatio…

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today iswhat is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, localchurch. Though Matthew 18 functions as the normative process, there are many other passagesthat show how to handle unique situations that inevitably crop up. But in all of this is …

Start of our new year series, Every Moment HolyOleh Missio Dei Community - SLC

Oleh Justin Gruber

At the top of every sermon note is the mission statement forMissio Dei Fellowship. It is woven into every part of the day to day processes andactions of the church. But having a mission statement and owning that statementare two very different things. In these two sermons the people of Missio areexhorted to carefully consider the what, why and how …

One of the least practiced responsibilities in the American church today iswhat is commonly known as Church Discipline yet it is one of the key guardians of a true, localchurch. This is something that was commanded by our Lord and was taught by the Apostles as ameans to call sinning believers back to repentance and a proper fellowship with the chur…

Oleh John Gruber

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…

Pastor Justin teaches on the final name in Isaiah 9, Prince of PeaceOleh Justin Gruber

Advent reminds us of the arrival of God in human form—Jesus—and invites us to consider what His incarnation means for our lives, our communities, and the world. In our final teaching of this series we explore how Jesus’ embodied life and resurrection point to a future reality of rest and restoration where heaven and earth are united.…

Pastor Sherman teaches on Jesus as Everlasting Father. Link to notes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ohTgFIU-pI-VwQUw3tB5OYh5fSwtS09ZhIFZbCpYmc4/edit?tab=t.0Oleh Justin Gruber

In our Embodied series, we explore the mystery of God taking on flesh and dwelling among us. In this teaching, we reflect on what it means to be the body of Christ—united in diversity, breaking down divisions, and embodying Jesus’ presence in the world. Together, we are called to practice wholeness, belonging, and renewal, offering a tangible sign …

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in Hissight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather thanexploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into placecertain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly church…