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Kaleo Church
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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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Welcomed by God
2w ago00:43:07Tap to summarizeBefore 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 god that promises life but ultimately enslaves us. As we discuss this passage together, we'll consider what competes for our worship today and how Jesus fulfills God's invitation by bringing us into the Father's household through the gospel.
Transcribe →The God Who Provides a Mediator
3w ago00:47:34Tap to summarizeWhy would a loving God warn His own people not to come near Him? InExodus 19, Israel stands trembling before Mount Sinai and discoversthat sincere intentions, religious effort, and even covenantprivileges are not enough to enter the presence of a holy God. Thismessage traces the story from Sinai to Zion, revealing that God hasalways provided the only way into His presence—a mediator. Ultimately,the sermon points to Jesus, the greater Moses, whose life, death, andresurrection open the way for sinners to draw near with confidence.Come discover why our hope rests not in ourselves, but in Christalone.
Transcribe →A Kingdom of Priests
4w ago00:40:12Tap to summarizeEveryone longs to know who they are and why they are here. In Exodus19, God answers those questions by reminding His people of what He hasdone before telling them what they are to do. Israel is God'streasured possession, called to be a kingdom of priests and a holynation. This sermon follows that identity through Jesus Christ, thetrue High Priest, who gives His church the same mission: know God,treasure Him, and make Him known.
Transcribe →When our Best Efforts aren’t Enough.
Jul 1100:48:14Tap to summarizeDo 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 exhausting belief that if we just worked harder, served more, or wasted less time, we might finally be enough.But the gospel tells a different story. Jesus didn’t come to help us finish our unfinished lists—He came to finish the work we never could. On the cross He declared, “It is finished,” offering us the approval, rest, and identity we have spent our lives trying to earn. Join us as we discover how the finished work of Christ frees us from the impossible burden of trying to be enough and empowers us to serve from acceptance instead of for acceptance.
Transcribe →Welcoming Outsiders
Jul 400:40:23Tap to summarizeExodus 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 giftpurchased by Jesus Christ. In a divided world, discover how the gospel welcomes outsiders, forms a new family, and gives us a hope that reaches all the way to Revelation's great multitude around God's throne.
Transcribe →The Battle Belongs to the Dependent
Jun 2700:44:00Tap to summarizeExodus 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 better Moses, who continually intercedes for us and has declared war on sin, Satan, and death. Join us as we discover why dependence is not weakness but the pathway to lasting victory.
Transcribe →Is the Lord among us or not?
Jun 2000:55:45Tap to summarizeWhen 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 with astonishing mercy. This wilderness story points us to Jesus Christ, the true Rock who was struck for sinners so that living water might flow to all who trust in him. Whether you are walking through suffering, disappointment, confusion, or spiritual dryness, this passage invites you to stop interpreting God through your circumstances and look to the cross, the true measure of God's love to sinners.
Transcribe →We Need Him, and He Is Here
Jun 1300:50:29Tap to summarizeAfter 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 us near, and how the manna ultimately points us to Jesus Christ, the true Bread of Life. If you have ever felt overwhelmed, out of control, oruncertain about the future, this passage offers hope. The God who knows your need has already provided what you need most in Christ.
Transcribe →Sing Until You See
Jun 600:47:19Tap to summarizeWhat 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, remembrance, and faith, showing how singing God's mighty acts lifts our eyes off ourselves and onto His majesty. Ultimately, the Song of Moses points us to Jesus Christ—the greater Redeemer who saves us through His death and resurrection and now lives to guide us safely home. Join us as we learn why God's people sing, why we gather to worship, and why we must keep singing until we see.
Transcribe →When God Leads You Into Your Greatest Fear
May 3000:48:47Tap to summarizeWhy would God lead His people into what looks like a dead end? In Exodus 14, Israel finds itself trapped between Pharaoh’s army and the Red Sea. What appears to be a disastrous mistake is actually the stage on which God will display His power and faithfulness. This message explores how fear and hopelessness can cause us to turn against the very people trying to help us, but also reveals the patience of a God who does not abandon His people in their weakness. As God parts the sea, defeats Israel’s enemies, and brings His people safely through the waters of judgment, we see a preview of the greater salvation found in Jesus Christ. Through His death and resurrection, Christ stands between us and the judgment we deserve, leading us safely through our greatest enemy—death itself. This sermon invites us to trust God when the road seems blocked, remember our union with Christ, and find freedom from fear in the God who fights for His people.
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