Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

What does it mean to say God is with us? The meaning of Christmas is that the Creator of the universe has become a human being. It means that the terrifying God who appeared in the Old Testament as a whirlwind and a fire has become a vulnerable baby in order to be close to us. What, in turn, will we do in order to be close to Him? This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on December 22, 1991. Series "Advent 1991". Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

To find absolute freedom in life, we must admit that life on its own accord is meaningless. True meaning in life is only found through Jesus Christ, the designer of life. This message was given by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 27, 1994. Series "Redeemer Open Forums".

The historical event of the resurrection of Jesus Christ means everything, yet it is only the first installment on something to come, and this is it—new heavens, new earth, City of God. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 12, 2009. Series "Bible: The Whole Story - Redemption and Restoration". Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

What did the fall do to humanity? By tracing the descendants of Cain and by studying the city they created, we see the violence and oppression that resulted from turning away from God—including the Bible’s first instance of polygamy. However, we also see that God has not given up on humanity. God has a vision for a different kind of city—a city built on worship and grace instead of self-aggrandizement and power. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 1, 2009. Series "Bible: The Whole Story - Creation and Fall". Scripture: Genesis 4:11-26

Happiness is not determined by external circumstances, but by the way we view, process and address them. Contrary to simple, reductionist views of psychology, the Book of Proverbs presents the inner-life in its complex, multidimensional aspects, offering the means of acquiring the inner health needed to face the challenges of life. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on December 5, 2004. Series "Proverbs: True Wisdom for Living". Scripture: Proverbs 12:25; 13:12

It is possible to know God in more than an intellectual way. By faith, we can experience his presence in a way that is astonishing, healing and satisfying. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 9, 1995. Series "Knowing that We Know God; 1 John, Part 2". Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

To be in mission means to be sent. Jesus’ mission was to reveal the truth of God’s character and to save mankind from destruction. A Christian is one who has been drawn into a healing relationship with God in order to be sent out to reveal his image and saving grace to others. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on March 15, 1992. Series "Gospel of John, Part 2". Scripture: John 17:13-19

Having an attitude of compassionate forgiveness is more than just an external standard we are meant to live up to, but is the organic fruit of a heart that has been melted by receiving the forgiveness of Christ. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 3, 1991. Series "Christian Lifestyle". Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

The Apostle John’s eyewitness account of the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane gives us the greatest claim, the greatest problem and the greatest mission in the history of the world. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 17, 2008. Series "St. John's Passion". Scripture: John 18:1-11

Our modern age scorns the wisdom of the past, but have the fruits of our physical and philosophical sciences progressed us toward fundamental human happiness? The ancient wisdom in the prologue of the Book of Psalms provides four principles that dig into the root issues that either frustrate or encourage true joy and satisfaction. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 12, 1993. Series "Modern Problems; Ancient Solutions". Scripture: Psalm 1

Contrary to popular perception, faith begins with reasoning. In fact, the Bible teaches that faith is not only compatible with reason, but that it consists of, requires, and even stimulates, profound thinking, reasoning and rationality. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 18, 1994. Series "The Nature of Faith: Hebrews 11 and 12". Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-7

How can Jesus be so shockingly narrow as to call himself "the way?" This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 18, 1998. Series "Jesus - On Finding God". Scripture: Matthew 7:7-14

How are we to understand and receive the absolute, life-changing assurance God offers to us? This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on January 7, 2007. Series "In Christ Jesus: How the Spirit Transforms Us". Scripture: Romans 8:28,38-39

Abraham, in his intercessory prayer for Sodom, engages in the first priestly action of the Bible. His intercession implies a corporate responsibility in which righteousness as well as sin can be ascribed to a people, and his actions point to Christ, the great priest, and our role as the royal priesthood. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on June 3, 2001. Series "The Gospel According to Abraham". Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

We are called to work because God also worked - He created the world! We can work for God by using our gifts for others. We also need rest from our work, which comes from our security in God through Christ. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 22, 2000. Series "Genesis - The Gospel According to God". Scripture: Genesis 1:26-2:2; 2:7-9, 15

Greed is a particularly dangerous sin because it hides in our hearts while binding us to our materialistic desires. Money has tremendous power over us: for some it is our significance, for others it is our security. We can break free from our slavery to money by treasuring Jesus, who was willing to pay the ultimate price so that we may be his ultimate treasure. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on May 2, 1999. Series "The Mount; Life in the Kingdom". Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

The parable of the Good Samaritan demonstrates a biblical model of social work and compassion. The Samaritan meets the physical, financial, emotional, and material needs of the man in his path. This parable reminds us that real faith is expressed in deeds as well as sentiments and words. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 2, 1990. Series "Revival". Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

The biblical concept of justice emphasizes restoring the wholeness of the world. However, we contribute to the breakdown of the society when we put ourselves first. In Isaiah, we are shown some of the ways that God identifies with the poor, calls us to change our self-centered hearts, and works towards restoring the shalom of the world. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 23, 2005. Series "The Vision of Redeemer". Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

The Pharisees pose a controversial question to Jesus when they ask him if they should pay taxes. Jesus responds with a revolutionary answer: He refuses political complacency, political simplicity, and political primacy. Jesus then models a revolutionary idea, showing his followers that the way to gain power is to give it away. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on July 15, 2001. Series "Arguing With Jesus". Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Isaiah shows the way the riches of the world glorify God through the cultural activity in the new Jerusalem. God has saved this city from sadness, war, and darkness. In order to use our lives and our professions to cultivate a rich and godly culture, we must consider the goodness that God intends for culture, the brokenness of our culture, the diversity of culture, and how culture can be renewed. This sermon was preached by Rev. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 30, 2005. Series "The Vision of Redeemer". Scripture: Isaiah 60:4-11, 17-21