Listen to sermons from Kaleo Church in El Cajon, CA. Kaleo Church exists to be a Christ-treasuring family, formed by the gospel, and sent on mission to the world by the power of the Holy Spirit for the glory of God. Learn more at www.kaleochurch.com
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What happens when we trade the God who made us for something we can see, control, and understand? Exodus 20:4–6 warns us not only against making physical idols, but against something much more subtle: making God into our own image. We want a God we can put in a box—a God who agrees with us, makes us comfortable, and never challenges us. But the God of Scripture is infinitely greater than any…
Before God gave Israel commands to obey, He reminded them of the grace they had already received: "I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt." The Ten Commandments begin not with rules, but with redemption. Having rescued His people from slavery, God invites them into a life of freedom, trust, and covenant relationship. The first commandment calls us to reject every false…
Why would a loving God warn His own people not to come near Him? In Exodus 19, Israel stands trembling before Mount Sinai and discovers that sincere intentions, religious effort, and even covenant privileges are not enough to enter the presence of a holy God. This message traces the story from Sinai to Zion, revealing that God has always provided the only way into His presence—a mediator.…
Everyone longs to know who they are and why they are here. In Exodus 19, God answers those questions by reminding His people of what He has done before telling them what they are to do. Israel is God's treasured possession, called to be a kingdom of priests and a holy nation. This sermon follows that identity through Jesus Christ, the true High Priest, who gives His church the same mission: know…
Do you ever lie awake wondering if you did enough? Enough at work. Enough as a parent. Enough as a friend. Enough for God. In Exodus 18, Moses spends an entire day serving God’s people from morning until evening. By every human standard, it was a successful day. Yet Jethro’s surprising verdict is, “What you are doing is not good.” This passage exposes something many of us quietly carry: the…
Exodus 18 tells the surprising story of Jethro, a Midianite priest, joyfully worshiping the God of Israel and sharing a covenant meal with God's people. This passage reminds us that God has always been gathering a family from every nation. Our unity is not built on personality, politics, preferences, or background—it is a gift purchased by Jesus Christ. In a divided world, discover how the gospel…
Exodus 17 reminds us that God's people never outgrow their need for Him. As Israel battles Amalek, victory is tied not merely to Joshua's courage in the valley but to Moses' uplifted hands on the mountain. The passage exposes our instinct toward self-reliance and shows that true strength is found in dependence on God and in the support of His people. Ultimately, it points to Jesus, the true and…
When life feels overwhelming and suffering seems arbitrary, it becomes easy to question God’s heart toward us. In Exodus 17:1–7, Israel stands in the wilderness thirsty, afraid, and accusing God: “Is the LORD among us or not?” Their struggle is one we know well. If God is sovereign, is he really still good in the midst of our suffering? Yet instead of abandoning his grumbling people, God responds…
After Israel's dramatic rescue from Egypt, they quickly discover that freedom does not mean independence. Through bitter water, daily manna, and repeated moments of need, God teaches His people a lesson they would spend the rest of their lives learning: we need Him, and He is here. This sermon explores why our desire for control leaves us frustrated, why God often uses seasons of weakness to draw…
What do you do after God rescues you? In Exodus 15, Israel stands on the far shore of the Red Sea and breaks into song. Having witnessed God's power, love, and salvation, they respond with worship. Yet this song is about far more than a past victory. It teaches us that the God who has redeemed His people will continue to lead them. This message explores the relationship between worship,…