Raintree Community Church

This is the podcast for Raintree Community Church in Lee's Summit, MO. It features Raintree's most recent sermons.

Jesus is the Lamb on the Throne | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/29/2025

Jesus is the Lamb on the Throne | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Revelation 4-5 The Enthroned Creator Who is Holy (Revelation 4) This scene is marked by awesome displays of God’s power and glory. This scene displays God sitting on His throne and receiving the praise that is due His Name. The Enthroned Lamb Who is Worthy (Revelation 5) Jesus is the worthy Redeemer who alone can open the title deed to the earth, which seals represent God’s plan for judgment and the establishment of His eternal kingdom. Jesus is the Lamb of God who was slain for our redemption. Therefore, Jesus is worthy of all praise, honor, glory, and blessing. Application: Because Jesus is the Lamb on the throne, we must give Him our unswerving devotion and unending worship. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39553395

Jesus is the Suffering Servant | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/25/2025

Jesus is the Suffering Servant | Dr. Stephen Conley Christmas Eve Service Texts: Isaiah 53:1-6; 1 Peter 2:24-25 Jesus Suffered as the Rejected Servant (Is. 53:1-3) Jesus came to earth in humility to a people that did not recognize or accept Him. Jesus’ experience on earth was marked by grief and rejection. Jesus Suffered as our Sin-Bearing Servant (Is. 53:4-6) Jesus entered into our sorrows and griefs by bearing the weight of our sin. Jesus’ death led to our spiritual healing and our sins being forgiven. Jesus Succeeded as our Victorious Savior (1 Peter 2:24-25) Jesus’ death was effective to save us, empower us to die to sin, and live righteously. In Jesus, we have a Shepherd who loves and pursues us. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39533160

Jesus is the Son of Man | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/22/2025

Jesus is the Son of Man | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Matthew 1:18-25; John 3:11-15; Matthew 9:1-8, 20:17-28; Daniel 7:9-14; Matthew 25:31-34, 41; Revelation 1:12-18 The Son of Man Condescended to Us as the God-Man (Matt. 1:18-25; John 3:11-15) Jesus came to earth as both fully God and fully man. Jesus came to earth as the prophesied Messiah to save His people from their sins. The Son of Man Came to Sacrifice His Life to Forgive Sinners (Matt. 9:1-8; 20:17-28) Jesus came with the authority to forgive our sins. Jesus came with the mission to give His life as a ransom for sinners. The Son of Man Will Come as the Eternal King and Exalted Judge (Dan. 7:9-14; Matt. 25:31-34, 41; Rev. 1:12-18) Jesus is the eternal King who will judge the wicked and bring His people into His glory. Jesus is the glorious King whose kingdom will never end. Application: Because Jesus is the Son of Man, we have a God who became like us, a Savior who forgave us, and a King who welcomes us. O come let us adore Him! /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39494130

Jesus is the Conquering King | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/15/2025

Jesus is the Conquering King | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Genesis 49:10; 2 Samuel 7:12-16; Isaiah 9:6-7; Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:1-11; Colossians 2:11-15; Revelation 19:11-16 Jesus is the Promised King (Gen. 49:10; 2 Sam. 7:12-16; Is. 9:6-7) Jesus is the promised ruler that would come from the tribe of Judah to fulfill the Davidic covenant as the One who would reign forever with justice and righteousness. Jesus is the Savior King (Zech. 9:9; Matt. 21:1-11) Jesus is the Savior who triumphantly rode into Jerusalem in fulfillment of prophecy to eventually die on the cross for our sins. Jesus is the Savior whose reign results in our salvation. Jesus is the Victorious King (Col. 2:11-15; Rev. 19:11-16) Jesus is the King who triumphed over sin and Satan so that we may be alive in Him. Jesus is the undisputed King of kings and Lord of lords who reigns victoriously over all. Application: Because Jesus is our conquering King, we are more than conquerors through Him and will never be separated from His love! (Romans 8:37-39) /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39414965

Jesus is the Great High Priest | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/08/2025

Jesus is the Great High Priest | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Hebrews 4:14-16; 7:1-28; 10:19-25 Jesus is the Sympathetic Priest Who We Can Approach Confidently (Heb. 4:14-16) In Jesus we have a compassionate priest who perfectly understands our condition. In Jesus we have an effective priest who has given us complete access to God. Through Jesus, we can hold fast to our confession of faith. Jesus is the Eternal Priest Who Saves Us Completely (Heb. 7:1-28) In Genesis, Melchizedek foreshadows Jesus’ character, ministry, and supremacy. Jesus is the greater and eternal Priest-King who intercedes for and saves sinners to the uttermost by His once-for-all death on the cross. Jesus is the Great High Priest Who Calls Us to Live Righteously (Heb. 10:19-25) Because of what Jesus accomplished as our Great High Priest, we are live holy lives with unwavering confidence in His faithfulness. Because of what Jesus accomplished as our Great High Priest, we are to motivate one another to love and good works. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39315145

Jesus is the True Prophet | Dr. Stephen Conley 12/01/2025

Jesus is the True Prophet | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Luke 4:16-21, 24:44-48; Hebrews 1:1-4 Jesus is the Foreshadowed Prophet of Promise (Deuteronomy 18:15-19) The Lord promised that a prophet like Moses would come to His people to speak His Word to their hearts. Jesus is the Fulfillment of Prophecy (Luke 4:16-21, 24:44-48) Jesus announces that the prophecy of Isaiah 61 has been fulfilled in His arrival and forthcoming ministry. Jesus is the fulfillment and focal point of all Scripture. Jesus is the Final Word of God (Hebrews 1:1-4) All other prophets of God were pointing us to the final Prophet who would be God’s final Word to us. Jesus is supreme in His divine power to create the world, sustain all life, and save sinners. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39215830

The Lord Will Provide | Dr. Stephen Conley 11/25/2025

The Lord Will Provide | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 22:1-24 An Ultimate Test of Faith (Gen. 22:1-2) God tested Abraham’s faith by commanding him to offer up his son Isaac as a sacrifice. God tests us to prove the genuineness of our faith and produce steadfastness (James 1:2-4). An Undaunted Act of Obedience (Gen. 22:3-10) Abraham responds to God in faith, acting in obedience to God’s command. Abraham believed that God would provide a lamb for the sacrifice and take care of his son. (Heb. 11:17-19) An Unfailing Provision of Grace (Gen. 22:11-14) Abraham proved that his faith in God was genuine. God stays Abraham’s hand and provides the sacrifice that was required. Jesus, the true and better Isaac, is the sacrificial lamb of God who would be slain for our redemption. An Unwavering Promise of Blessing (Gen. 22:15-24) God rewards Abraham for his obedience and reassures Abraham of His promise to bless him and his offspring. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39161725

Promise Made, Promise Kept | Dr. Stephen Conley 11/17/2025

Promise Made, Promise Kept | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 21:1-34 God’s Promise is Fulfilled (Gen. 21:1-7) God proves to be true to His Word as Isaac is born to Abraham and Sarah. Isaac’s name (laughter) is proof of God’s grace to Abraham and Sarah. God’s Promise is Preserved (Gen. 21:8-21) God sets apart Isaac as the one in whom the promise would be fulfilled. God’s electing grace and common grace are on display with Isaac and Ishmael. Galatians 4:21-31 portrays this event as an allegory and how it applies to the Gospel and our identity in Christ. God’s Promise is Progressing (Gen. 21:22-34) Abimelech’s treaty with Abraham proves that God’s promise of land to Abraham’s offspring continues to advance. As Abraham plants a tree in Beersheba, he is planting his faith in an everlasting God who keeps His promises. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/39062570

Total Commitment | Jeff Fitzgerald 11/12/2025

Total Commitment | Jeff Fitzgerald Text: Romans 12:1-2 The Mercies of God is the Basis For the Challenge of Total Commitment GRACE, is when we get what we don't deserve. MERCY, is when we don't get what we DO deserve. Total Commitment Means Being Totally Transformed. The word we get transformed is where we get the word metamorphosis. It’s continual and gradual. We should allow the Holy Spirit to help. (2 Corinthians 3:18) In order to know the will of God, we must surrender to that will. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38981845

Grace in the Midst of Failure | Dr. Stephen Conley 11/03/2025

Grace in the Midst of Failure | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 20:1-18 Abraham’s Besetting Sin (Gen. 20:1-2) At the crossroads of faith and unbelief, Abram responds in unbelief, just as he did before in Genesis 12:10-20. God’s Sovereign Intervention (Gen. 20:3-7) Abraham’s sin seemingly put God’s covenant in jeopardy. God shows Himself to be sovereign over all things as He restrains Abimelech and protects Sarah. Abimelech’s Strong Confrontation (Gen. 20:8-13) Abimelech confronts Abraham’s lying and deceptive behavior. Abraham is caught in his sin, proving that he had misjudged Abimelech and did not trust in the Lord. God’s Gracious Providence (Gen. 20:14-18) God displays His grace and providence by bringing healing to Abimelech and blessing to Abraham. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38892100

God's Judgment and Mercy | Dr. Stephen Conley 10/27/2025

God's Judgment and Mercy | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 19:1-38 Sodom’s Violent Wickedness (Gen. 19:1-11) The angels come to Lot’s home, and he treats them with hospitality. The angels are met with hostility from the men of Sodom. God’s Merciful Deliverance (Gen. 19:12-22) The angels reveal God’s plan of judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah. The angels promise to deliver Lot and his family from the impending destruction. Lot and his family are mercifully removed of the city and told to escape without looking back. God’s Righteous Judgment (Gen. 19:23-29) God sends fiery judgment upon the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah for their wickedness. Lot’s wife dies as she disobeys the Lord and looks back at the city. God is mindful of His covenant to Abraham and rescues Lot and his daughters from destruction. Lot’s Final Act and God’s Rescuing Grace (Gen. 19:30-38; 2 Peter 2:6-9) Lot and his daughters are responsible for creating two of Israel’s greatest enemies. In the end, God’s grace is displayed through Lot’s rescue and in calling him righteous (2 Peter 2:6-9). /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38794435

God's Righteous Justice | Dr. Stephen Conley 10/20/2025

God's Righteous Justice | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 18:16-33 God Reveals His Plan to Judge the Wicked (Gen. 18:16-21) God decided to reveal His plan to judge Sodom and Gomorrah to Abraham in light of their covenant relationship. God planned to judge Sodom and Gomorrah because of their grave wickedness and the cries of the oppressed (Ezekiel 16:49-50). Abraham Intercedes in Prayer for the Wicked (Gen. 18:22-33) Abraham approached God in humble submission. Abraham appealed to God with persistent boldness. God responded to Abraham with benevolent mercy. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38644645

What the Almighty Can Do | Dr. Stephen Conley 10/13/2025

What the Almighty Can Do | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 18:1-15 The Lord Provides His Presence (Gen. 18:1-8) The Lord personally comes to visit and eat with Abraham along with two other visitors (this is Christ in pre-incarnate form with His angels). Abraham bows in worship, places himself under their authority, and shows them hospitality. The Lord Guarantees His Promise (Gen. 18:9-15) God personally ensures that His promise to Abraham will take place regardless of the circumstances. Sarah laughs in disbelief to herself in response God’s promise. God deepens Sarah’s faith in Him by assuring her of His matchless power. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38563530

Declaring the Greatness of God | Dr. Stephen Conley 10/06/2025

Declaring the Greatness of God | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Psalm 145:1-13 God’s Greatness is Limitless (Ps. 145:1-6) • Because God is great, we must declare His mighty works to one another in praise. God’s Goodness is Abundant (Ps. 145:7-10) • Because God is good, we must declare His acts of grace and mercy to one another in praise. God’s Kingdom is Everlasting (Ps. 145:11-13) • Because God’s kingdom is everlasting, we will declare His faithfulness and mighty deeds to one another forever. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38481285

Equipped For Gospel Growth | Dr. Stephen Conley 09/29/2025

Equipped For Gospel Growth | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Ephesians 4:11-16 1. We are Equipped in Christ through Gifted Shepherds (11-12) 2. We are Equipped in Christ to Grow into Maturity (13) 3. We are Equipped in Christ to Stand Firm in the Truth (14) 4. We are Equipped in Christ to Disciple One Another into Growth (15-16) /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38398035

Context Matters | Jeff Fitzgerald 09/21/2025

Context Matters | Jeff Fitzgerald Jeff Fitzgerald preaches to us from Jeremiah 29:1-14. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38297760

Peace with God | Dr. Thor Madsen 09/15/2025

Peace with God | Dr. Thor Madsen Dr. Thor Madsen preached to us from Romans 5:1-21 on how we can have peace with God. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38228675

Salt and Light | Philip Van Steenburgh 09/08/2025

Salt and Light | Philip Van Steenburgh For our Mission Focus Sunday, we had the privilege of hearing the Word preached from Philip Van Steenburgh. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Wornall Road Baptist Church in Kansas City. He preached from Matthew 5:13-16 on how we are called to be salt and light in this world. Truly, Jesus makes us different in order to make a difference in the lives of others around us. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38133615

The Confirmation of God's Covenant | Dr. Stephen Conley 09/01/2025

The Confirmation of God's Covenant | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 17 God Declares a Covenant Identity (Gen. 17:1-8) God declares Himself to be “El Shaddai” (God Almighty), signifying His power and sovereignty. God changes Abram’s name to “Abraham” (father of a multitude), proving that He would fulfill His promise. God declares that Abraham must walk in blamelessness before Him. God Demands a Covenant Sign (Gen. 17:9-14) God commands Abraham and all his household and future descendants to become circumcised. This act of obedience to God would set apart all who have embraced God’s covenant. Abraham Demonstrates a Covenant Obedience (Gen. 17:15-27) God reinforces His covenant to Abraham and changes Sarai’s name to “Sarah” (princess). Abraham believes and obeys the Lord despite the seemingly impossible circumstances. This mark of physical circumcision would point to the spiritual “circumcision of Christ,” which leads to new life in Him. (Colossians 2:11-14) /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/38039680

The God Who Sees | Dr. Stephen Conley 08/25/2025

The God Who Sees | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 16 The Faithless Acts of Abram and Sarai (Gen. 16:1-6) They questioned God’s ability to fulfill His promises. They chose to circumvent God’s plan by acting in unbelief. Their faithless acts led to family chaos and generational conflict. The Faithful Presence of the God Who Sees (Gen. 16:7-16) The pre-incarnate Christ sees Hagar in her affliction. The pre-incarnate Christ brings comfort and blessing to Hagar. Christ sees us, knows our need, and can satisfy our hearts (John 4). /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37941395

Faith in a Covenant-Keeping God | Dr. Stephen Conley 08/18/2025

Faith in a Covenant-Keeping God | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 15 Abram Believes the Truth of God’s Promise (Gen. 15:1-6) God comes to Abram through His revealed Word. God reveals Himself as both deliverer and provider to dispel Abram’s doubts and fears. Abram believes in God’s Word and is justified by faith, giving us the Gospel pattern for belief. God Guarantees the Fulfillment of His Covenant (Gen. 15:7-21) God’s covenant guarantees land and blessing for God’s people by His eternal character. God’s people will be afflicted sojourners, but He will remain faithful to them as their deliverer and provider. Abram’s offspring extends to all who are in Christ (Galatians 3:27-29). /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37855170

Encountering the Priest-King | Dr. Stephen Conley 08/11/2025

Encountering the Priest-King | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Genesis 14:17-24; Hebrews 7 Abram Receives the Blessing of the Priest-King (Gen. 14:17-20) Melchizedek is identified as the king of Salem and the priest of the Most High God. Melchizedek blesses Abram and praises God as Creator and Deliverer Abram responds to Melchizedek by giving him a tenth of everything. Abram Refuses the Offering of the Wicked King (Gen. 14:21-24) The king of Sodom offers Abram all the spoils of war to form an alliance. Since Abram sees God as His provider, he rejects the offering and gives it to those who were in need. Jesus Represents the Eternal Priest-King (Hebrews 7) Melchizedek foreshadows Jesus’ character, ministry, and preeminence. Jesus is the greater and eternal Priest-King who intercedes for and saves sinners to the uttermost by His once-for-all death on the cross. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37752215

The Consequences of Faithfulness & Worldliness (Part 2) | Dr. Stephen Conley 08/05/2025

The Consequences of Faithfulness & Worldliness (Part 2) | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 13:14-14:16 God Reaffirms His Promise to Abram (Gen. 13:14-18) God unfolds His grand promise to Abram to multiply his offspring and expand his people’s dwelling place. Abram responds with a heart of worship before God. Abram Rescues Lot and His Family from Captivity (Gen. 14:1-16) Lot’s decision to walk by sight proves costly to him and his family. Lot and his family are taken captive by wicked, warring kings. Abram walks by faith in God, rescues Lot’s family, and defeats the wicked kings in battle. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37679305

The Consequences of Faithfulness & Worldliness (Part 1) | Dr. Stephen Conley 07/28/2025

The Consequences of Faithfulness & Worldliness (Part 1) | Dr. Stephen Conley Genesis 13:1-13 Abram Renews His Faith in God (Gen. 13:1-4) Abram returned to Bethel and prepared an altar of worship before God. Abram surrendered himself to God and renewed his walk of faith before Him. Lot Reveals His Pursuit of Worldliness (Gen. 13:5-13) Abram and Lot’s material wealth led to familial conflict. Abram walks by faith in God’s promises and chooses a path of faithfulness to God. Lot walks by sight and chooses a path of worldliness and self-advancement. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37571510

When Faith Falters, God Remains Faithful | Dr. Stephen Conley 07/22/2025

When Faith Falters, God Remains Faithful | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 12:10-20 Abram’s Unfavorable Circumstances (Gen. 12:10) Abram faced a severe famine in Canaan that threatened the life of his family. This circumstance would prove to be a test of faith for Abram. Abram’s Unbelieving Response (Gen. 12:11-16) Abram responds with fear and unbelief to the crisis at hand. Abram failed to trust in God and take Him at His Word. God’s Unwavering Faithfulness (Gen. 12:17-20) Even though Abram’s faith faltered, God rescued him from his failures and remained faithful to His promises. We must not trust in ourselves, but look to Christ and His faithful example of obedience. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37474140

Christ-Dependent Contentment | Travis Thompson 07/15/2025

Christ-Dependent Contentment | Travis Thompson Travis Thompson preaches from Philippians 4:10-13 on how we must depend exclusively upon Christ and find our contentment in Him alone. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37391945

Hope in a Hopeless World | Dennis Williamson 07/07/2025

Hope in a Hopeless World | Dennis Williamson Dennis Williamson preaches on how we can find hope in the midst of a hopeless world. In this sermon, he arms us with multiple passages of Scripture to ground our hope in the Lord. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37301715

God's Sovereign Call and Faithful Promises | Dr. Stephen Conley 06/30/2025

God's Sovereign Call and Faithful Promises | Dr. Stephen Conley Text: Genesis 12:1-9 God’s Sovereign Call to Abram (Gen. 12:1-3) God called Abram to turn away from idol worship and leave his homeland, never to return. God called Abram to trust in His Word and believe His promises. Abram’s Obedient Faith in God (Gen. 12:4-6) Abram obeyed God in faith, taking God at His Word to guide and protect him. Abram’s Dedicated Worship to God (Gen. 12:7-9) God appeared to Abram, reaffirming His promise to give him the land of Canaan. Abram responded in worship as he built an altar and called upon the name of the Lord. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37212760

Life in the Spirit | Jeff Fitzgerald 06/26/2025

Life in the Spirit | Jeff Fitzgerald Text: Romans 8:1-11 Freedom From Slavery (v.2) Former law, Mosaic law, was never meant to save us. Former law was meant to point to our need for a savior. Freedom From Condemnation (v.3) God knew the former law was unable to save us. In response, He sent His Son to us to do what the law could not do. Freedom From Being Controlled (v.4) Because Christ is in us and we are in Christ, all of God’s requirements are fulfilled in us. We must live out who we are in Christ, not by doing good works in itself, but, by focusing on what God has done. Freedom From Defeat (v.5-8) Paul is comparing the saved and the unsaved. One lives for the flesh and the other The Spirit. Living a life for the flesh IS death. If you are unsaved, you are not battling sin. If you are fleshly, then you are trying to please yourself, not God. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37107725

God's Sovereign Scattering and Blessing of the Nations | Dr. Stephen Conley 06/16/2025

God's Sovereign Scattering and Blessing of the Nations | Dr. Stephen Conley Texts: Genesis 11; Acts 2:1-11, 37-39 Man’s Arrogant Defiance to God’s Reign (Gen. 11:1-4) In Babel, there was unity without obedience to God and ambition without submission to God. In Babel, man’s goal was self-exaltation, not God's glory. God’s Authoritative Response to Man’s Pride (Gen. 11:5-9) God condescended to earth to see the “big” tower that man had constructed. God confused their language and scattered them throughout the earth. God’s All-Encompassing Blessing to the Nations (Gen. 11:10-32; Acts 2:1-11, 37-39) In this list of Shem’s descendants, we see God’s unfolding promise to bless the nations through Abraham’s lineage. Despite Sarai’s barrenness, God’s plan to bless the nations would not be thwarted. In Acts 2, we see God’s plan to bless the nations in the proclamation of the Gospel in everyone’s language. /episode/index/show/raintreechurch/id/37020205

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