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Episodes
The Story of Joseph - When you Feel Forgotten - Genesis 40
A delay is not God’s denial; He is shaping us in the waiting.
The Story of Joseph - When Integrity Costs You - Genesis 39
Obedience doesn’t always lead to promotion but God is with you in every outcome.
The Story of Joseph - When Life Takes a Sudden Turn - Genesis 37:12–36
God is present even when life takes a devastating detour.
The Story of Joseph - When Dreams Don’t Make Sense - Genesis 37:1–11
God often begins His work long before we see how it will unfold.
It’s Complicated - Receive, Forgive and Restore - Philemon 1:17-25
Reconciliation is costly — but the gospel gives us a way to absorb cost, extend forgiveness, and rebuild trust.
It’s Complicated - New Identity that Rewrites Old Labels - Philemon 1:12-16
In Christ, people are no longer defined by their worst moment or social label — they’re family.
It’s Complicated - Power, Posture, and the Way We Appeal - Philemon 1:8-11
In the kingdom, authority is real — and love is the way it’s used.
Message by Keith Smith, Lead Pastor at South Sub Christian Church, Littleton Colorado
Sunday, May 17, 2026 (Graduation Sunday)
It’s Complicated - A Faith That Changes the Room - Philemon 1:1–7
Our relationship with Jesus produces a generosity that refreshes the lives of others.
Jonah - The Reveal - Jonah 4:1-10
You can receive mercy, but will you share it?
Jonah - The Revival - Jonah 3:1-10
You can fail, but God still uses you.
Jonah - The Rescue - Jonah 2:1-10
You can fall, but God will meet you.
Jonah - God’s Relentless Pursuit
You can run, but God will pursue.
Easter - Disillusioned But Not Done - Luke 24:13-33
Worship is our whole-life response to the mercy of the risen Jesus. Like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, encountering Him turns us around—our minds are renewed and our steps follow. This week we'll see how gathered worship fuels daily obedience, making Sunday rehearsal for a life on the altar.
Worship Matters - Worship Involves Surrender - Luke 19:28–44
Worship is more than a celebration. It's surrendering to the risen King. This week calls us to lay down our control, expectations, and entitlements to truly worship Jesus as Lord.
Worship Matters - An Undignified Response - 2 Samuel 6:12-23
Biblical worship includes embodied participation—singing, rejoicing, and responding outwardly as an overflow of inward delight. This week gives permission to engage, not perform, and to worship God more than we manage appearances.
Worship Matters - Seeing God, Seeing Ourselves - Isaiah 6:1–8
Worship starts when we see God rightly—holy, weighty, and worthy—and that vision reveals our need. This week invites honest confession and renewed awe that leads to joyful obedience
Worship Matters - A Heart Poured Out - Luke 7:36–50
Worship isn't mainly a personality type or a music preference—it's a choice to respond to Jesus with love, gratitude, and humility. This week calls the church from guarded observation to intentional affection for Christ.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Endures - James 5:1–20
Faith waits patiently, prays persistently, and gives generously. Real faith prays persistently, waits patiently, and lives generously. It holds on to hope in every season and helps bring others back to Jesus.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Chooses Humility - James 4:1–17
Submission to God overcomes pride and restores relationships. Real faith surrenders pride and draws near to God and others. Humility becomes the pathway to restored relationships and renewed strength.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Seeks Wisdom - James 3:13–18
Godly wisdom produces peace and righteousness. Real faith pursues God's wisdom over earthly impulses. It cultivates humility, peace, and a life that looks like Jesus.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Speaks Life - Keith Smith 2026-02-08
Our speech steers the direction of our lives. Real faith transforms the way we speak, helping our words heal rather than harm. Our tongues reveal the direction and maturity of our hearts.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Works - James 2:14–26
Faith comes alive through action. Real faith is more than words—it takes shape through actions that reflect Jesus. What we believe becomes visible by what we do.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Loves - James 2:1–13
Faith loves without favoritism. Real faith refuses to rank people by appearance, status, or preference. It chooses mercy over favoritism and welcomes others with Christlike love.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Acts - James 1:19–27
Faith not only hears but acts. Real faith listens deeply and obeys quickly. It moves from hearing God's Word to living it in practical, everyday ways.
Faith IRL - Real Faith Stands - James 1:2–18
Faith stays steady in testing. Real faith doesn't crumble under pressure—it grows through testing. James reminds us that trials don't weaken genuine faith; they reveal it.
Renewal from the River - Ezekiel 47:1-12
Renewal from the River - Ezekiel 47:1-12 by South Sub Church
Church Online - Go - John 8:3-11
Church Online - Go - John 8:3-11 by South Sub Church
Welcome Christmas - Christ the King - Matthew 2:1–6; Matthew 28:18–20
We welcome Christ, the King who fulfills every promise. The King has come — the promised Messiah, born in Bethlehem, who now reigns forever. Christmas is the beginning of His kingdom’s unveiling.
Welcome Christmas - Love that Protects - Matthew 2:13–23
We welcome love because God’s plan of redemption never fails. Even in danger and darkness, God’s love protects His Son and fulfills His promises — showing that divine love is both tender and strong.
Welcome Christmas - Joy to the World - Matthew 2:1–12
We welcome joy because the King has come for all nations. The Magi’s journey of joy reflects the global reach of God’s salvation — outsiders are invited to rejoice at the birth of Israel’s true King.
Welcome Christmas - Peace in the Promise - Matthew 1:18–25
We welcome peace because God is with us. Joseph’s world is turned upside down, yet he finds peace through obedience to God’s Word and the presence of Emmanuel — “God with us.”
Welcome Christmas - Hope for the Waiting - Matthew 1:1–17
God’s faithfulness spans centuries; hope is never wasted when it’s anchored in Him. Matthew opens with a genealogy that feels like a waiting room of history — generation after generation longing for the promised Messiah. In Christ, the long wait for redemption ends.
Gratitude - Gratitude Overflowing - Daniel Ortiz 2025-11-23
Gratitude is not merely a feeling — it’s a way of approaching God in joyful worship, rooted in His goodness and faithfulness.
Gratitude - A Grateful Heart Is a Generous Heart - Psalm 116
True gratitude leads to a life of generosity.
Rooted - Building Together, The Big House - Keith Smith 2025-11-09 Contemporary Sermon
God is building us together into His spiritual house where His presence dwells and His mission advances. At Pentecost, Peter preaches and the Church is born. We’ll celebrate the power of community, learning that we are living stones being built together into God’s house.
Rooted - Bold Proclamation: Unfiltered Faith - Acts 4:1-22
God calls us to boldly proclaim the hope of Jesus with both courage and compassion. Peter preaches Jesus fearlessly before the authorities, showing us how to share our faith with courage, humility, and compassion. God calls us to speak truth in love to a world in need.
Rooted - From Brokenness to Beautiful - Acts 3:1-26
Is it an annoying interruption or an amazing blessing? A beggar stops Peter and John on their way into the temple. The beggar receives a gift greater than anything he ever expected.
Rooted - Restoration and Purpose: From Failure to Founder - John 21:1-19
God redeems our failures and gives us new purpose in His mission. After denying Jesus, Peter is restored on the beach with a new mission: “Feed my sheep.” God redeems our failures and turns them into a foundation for His kingdom work.
Rooted - Identity in Christ: The Big Reveal - Matthew 16:13-20
Knowing who Jesus is reveals who we are and shapes how we live out our calling. When Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah, he also discovers his own calling. This sermon shows how our identity in Christ shapes our purpose and direction in life.
Rooted - Vigilance and Victory: Fight Like a Follower - Luke 22:31-34
Though the enemy seeks to destroy us, Christ restores and strengthens us to stand firm in faith. Peter’s denial shows the reality of spiritual battles. Yet God restores him, proving that failure isn’t the end. Learn how to stand firm against the enemy with Christ’s strength.
Rooted - Courage in Christ: Embracing “Good Trouble” - Acts 5:12-20
Following Jesus may bring opposition, but suffering for His name is evidence of His presence and power. Thrown into jail for preaching the Gospel, Peter learns that following Christ sometimes brings suffering. This message reminds us that God is present in trials and that bold faith changes the world.
Rooted - Eyes on Jesus: Keep Looking Up - Matthew 14:22-33
When we keep our eyes on Jesus, we can walk through life’s storms with faith instead of fear. When Peter steps out of the boat, his eyes fixed on Jesus, faith carries him—butfear sinks him. This message highlights how God speaks to us and calls us to trust Him even in the storm.
Rooted - Mountain Top Moments: Seeing God Clearly - Matthew 17:1-13
When we see God clearly, we gain the faith and confidence to follow Him wherever He leads. On the mountain of Transfiguration, Peter sees the glory of Christ revealed. We’ll discover how God shows us His true nature and how moments of clarity shape our faith.
Rooted - New Beginnings: From Nets to Next Steps - Luke 5:1-11
Peter’s life is forever changed when Jesus calls him to leave his nets and follow.
This message explores how new beginnings with Christ set the foundation for lasting hope and growth. Following Jesus begins with leaving our old life behind and stepping into the hope and new life only He can give.
Ephesians - The Church that Forgot Why - Revelation 2:1-7
Ephesians - The Church that Forgot Why - Revelation 2:1-7 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ - Our Walk in Relationships - Keith Smith 2025-08-24
Our Walk in Christ - Our Walk in Relationships - Keith Smith 2025-08-24 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Victory - Ephesians 6:10-20
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Victory - Ephesians 6:10-20 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Relationships - Ephesians 5:22-6:9
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Relationships - Ephesians 5:22-6:9 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in the Spirit - Ephesians 5:15-21
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in the Spirit - Ephesians 5:15-21 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in the Light - Ephesians 5:1-14
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in the Light - Ephesians 5:1-14 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Purity - Ephesians 4:17-32
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Purity - Ephesians 4:17-32 by South Sub Church
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Unity - Ephesians 4:1-16
Our Walk in Christ: Our Walk in Unity - Ephesians 4:1-16 by South Sub Church
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Understanding - Ephesians 3:1-21
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Understanding - Ephesians 3:1-21 by South Sub Church
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Unity - Ephesians 2:11-22
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Unity - Ephesians 2:11-22 by South Sub Church
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Life - Ephesians 2:1-10
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Life - Ephesians 2:1-10 by South Sub Church
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Wisdom - Ephesians 1:15-23
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Wisdom - Ephesians 1:15-23 by South Sub Church
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1:1-14
Our Wealth in Christ: Our Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1:1-14 by South Sub Church
Seasons: A Season of Trusting - 1 Peter 1:6-7
Seasons: A Season of Trusting - 1 Peter 1:6-7 by South Sub Church
Seasons: A Season of Testing - Romans 8:28
Seasons: A Season of Testing - Romans 8:28 by South Sub Church
Seasons: A Season of Transplanting - Psalms 1
Seasons: A Season of Transplanting - Psalms 1 by South Sub Church
Seasons: A Season of Transitioning - Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
Seasons: A Season of Transitioning - Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 by South Sub Church
I Am The True Vine - John 15:1-7
I Am The True Vine - John 15:1-7 by South Sub Church
I Am: The Way Truth and Life - John 14:1-6
I Am: The Way Truth and Life - John 14:1-6 by South Sub Church
The Appearance
The Appearance by South Sub Church
I Am: The Resurrection and Life - John 11:1-44
I Am: The Resurrection and Life - John 11:1-44 by South Sub Church
I Am: The Shepherd - John 10:11-21
The "I Am" statements are a series of declarations made by Jesus in the Gospel of John which underscore His divine identity and mission. Each of these statements serves not only as a reflection of His nature but also as a way of revealing how He fulfills the spiritual needs of humanity. Jesus wasn’t just exercising positive self-talk when He made these bold statements. He was letting the first-cen
I Am: The Door - John 10:1-10
The "I Am" statements are a series of declarations made by Jesus in the Gospel of John which underscore His divine identity and mission. Each of these statements serves not only as a reflection of His nature but also as a way of revealing how He fulfills the spiritual needs of humanity. Jesus wasn’t just exercising positive self-talk when He made these bold statements. He was letting the first-cen
I Am: The Light - John 8:12-20
I Am: The Light - John 8:12-20 by South Sub Church
I Am: The Bread of Life - John 6:35-40
The "I Am" statements are a series of declarations made by Jesus in the Gospel of John which underscore His divine identity and mission. Each of these statements serves not only as a reflection of His nature but also as a way of revealing how He fulfills the spiritual needs of humanity. Jesus wasn’t just exercising positive self-talk when He made these bold statements. He was letting the first-cen
I Am: The Clarification - John 4:1-26
The "I Am" statements are a series of declarations made by Jesus in the Gospel of John which underscore His divine identity and mission. Each of these statements serves not only as a reflection of His nature but also as a way of revealing how He fulfills the spiritual needs of humanity. Jesus wasn’t just exercising positive self-talk when He made these bold statements. He was letting the first-cen
About Baptism
Life is full of questions. Some are trivial. “Who won the 2001 Superbowl?” Others are temporary. “Where did I put my keys?” Still others are meaningless. “Why does McDonald’s sell salads?” Then are those that can be life changing.
“What’s the purpose of life?” Regardless of what the question are, they all rely on credible, reliable answers.
It is normal (and healthy!) to have spiritual questions.
The Gospel | The Book Says – Acts 8:26-35
Life is full of questions. Some are trivial. “Who won the 2001 Superbowl?” Others are temporary. “Where did I put my keys?” Still others are meaningless. “Why does McDonald’s sell salads?” Then are those that can be life changing.
“What’s the purpose of life?” Regardless of what the question are, they all rely on credible, reliable answers.
It is normal (and healthy!) to have spiritual questions.
Consequences
The focus of our attention and the object of our affection. It beckons us. It calls us by name. It looks so good. Yet we sit on the edge looking in. Wondering. Waiting. Will we ever experience it? What does it take to step in? Who will take us there?
Joshua asked the same questions as he sat on the outside looking in. Rather than stopping short of the other side, stuck in wandering and fear, he t
Strange Victory
Strange Victory by South Sub Church
Obedience
The focus of our attention and the object of our affection. It beckons us. It calls us by name. It looks so good. Yet we sit on the edge looking in. Wondering. Waiting. Will we ever experience it? What does it take to step in? Who will take us there?
Joshua asked the same questions as he sat on the outside looking in. Rather than stopping short of the other side, stuck in wandering and fear, he t
Remember
Due to God’s miraculous intervention Joshua and the nation of Israel have completed crossing the Jordan river. While the crossing itself is complete, God’s instructions to the Israelites are not. God commands the Israelites to memorialize the occasion with stones from the river. The message is clear, our experience of God’s work in our lives can be easily forgotten. Therefore, we must do the hard
Crossing Over
After forty years of waiting and wandering, God instructs Israel to cross the Jordan river and enter the land that he has promised them. There is just one problem; the river is flooding. However, through trusting in God’s miraculous intervention, the people are able to cross over the river. We find ourselves in a similar position today, wanting to cross over into God’s kingdom, but finding ourselv
The Unlikely
The focus of our attention and the object of our affection. It beckons us. It calls us by name. It looks so good. Yet we sit on the edge looking in. Wondering. Waiting. Will we ever experience it? What does it take to step in? Who will take us there?
Joshua asked the same questions as he sat on the outside looking in. Rather than stopping short of the other side, stuck in wandering and fear, he t
The Other Side - Transitions in Life
The Other Side. The focus of our attention and the object of our affection. It beckons us. It calls us by name. It looks so good. Yet we sit on the edge looking in. Wondering. Waiting. Will we ever experience it? What does it take to step in? Who will take us there?
Joshua asked the same questions as he sat on the outside looking in. Rather than stopping short of the other side, stuck in wanderin
Joy Is Coming
Joy Is Coming by South Sub Church
