Cathedral
Welcome to the podcast of Cathedral, a church for the people of Los Angeles and Nashville. Our lead Pastors are Jake and Nicole Sweetman and we pray these episodes leave you encouraged, strengthened, and confident in God’s love and good plan for your life. To connect with us or find out more about Cathedral, visit www.cathedral-church.com/
Episodes
381 episodes
The Beast (Revelation 13:1-10) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this sermon from Revelation 12:17–13:10, we explore how Satan, the dragon (Revelation 12:9), wages war against the church not only through obvious persecution, but through deceptive political powers, ideologies, and false promises of human f...
Rehearsing for Heaven | Elijah Lamb
This powerful exploration of communion and community challenges us to see the church not merely as a building or organization, but as a living rehearsal for eternity. Drawing from Matthew 22 where Jesus identifies loving God and loving our neig...
When Love Becomes Visable | Pastor Nicole Sweetman
Hospitality isn’t just good manners or a home‑cooked meal—it’s a core expression of the gospel.In this message on biblical hospitality, we explore how God uses open doors, shared tables, and inconvenient love to make His love visible in ...
The Bible, The Brain, Becoming Like Jesus | Pastor Jake Sweetman
Why do our first reactions so often look nothing like Jesus, even though we love Him and know His Word? In this sermon, we explore how Scripture and brain science together reveal God’s strategy for true transformation—from the inside out.
The King You Wanted (Just Not How You Expected) | Pastor James Crocker
On this Palm Sunday message, we walk through Matthew 21:1–11 and ask a piercing question: Do we want Jesus as King, or do we just want control with a little bit of Jesus on the side?Tracing Jesus’ intentional journey from Galilee to Jeru...
The One Thing That Changes Everything (Revelation 11: 1-13) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this message, we walk through Revelation 11 and discover “the one thing that changes everything” in the Christian life: self-giving, sacrificial love that shapes us into Christlikeness and propels us into mission.Drawing from Revelati...
Prophets not Hermits (Revelation 10) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this sermon, we continue our series through the book of Revelation, “The Wonderful World of the Apocalypse,” by slowing down in Revelation 10 to see what it means for the church to live as a prophetic people in a chaotic world.Drawing...
The Winner's Worldview | Elijah Lamb
In this sermon, we explore what it means to see the world “right side up” through the lens of the gospel, drawing deeply from Romans 8 and the wider sweep of Scripture.Using Dallas Willard’s upside‑down fighter jet, J.I. Packer’s imagery...
The Apocalypse | Dr. Chris Palmer
In this message from the book of Revelation, Dr. Chris Palmer reveals how God is “closing the loops” of history—and of your life. Through four powerful images—the Faithful and True, the Prison, the Smoke, and the Street—he shows that God sees e...
The Hope of the Nations (Revelation 8:6-9:21) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In Revelation 8–9 we see trumpet blasts, plagues, demonic locusts, and global shaking—and yet Scripture ends that section with a chilling line: “The rest of mankind… still did not repent” (Revelation 9:20–21). If righteous judgment doesn’t lead...
30 Minutes To Change The World (Revelation 8:1-5) - Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this powerful message, “30 Minutes to Change the World,” we continue our series The Wonderful World of the Apocalypse by diving into Revelation 8:1–5 and exploring how God weaves the prayers of His people into His cosmic redemptive pl...
Come Out Of Hiding (Revelation 6 + 7) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this message, Pastor Jake continues our series through the book of Revelation, unpacking Revelation 6:12–17 and Revelation 7 to answer a crucial question raised at the end of chapter 6:“For the great day of the...
The Unsealing Of The Book (Revelation 6) | Dr. David Campbell
In this rich message on Revelation 4–6, Dr. David Campbell helps listeners recover the true pastoral and hopeful heart of the book of Revelation. Drawing deeply from the Old Testament, he shows how John’s vision of the heavenly throne room (Rev...
As Above So Below Pt. 2 (Revelation 4 + 5) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this insightful message, we journey through the powerful themes of Revelation chapters 4 and 5. This sermon invites you to embrace the divine invitation extended to John the Apostle, as he witnesses an open door in heaven (Revelation 4:1) an...
As Above So Below Pt. 1 (Revelation 4 + 5) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Jake takes us on an enlightening journey through Revelation chapters 4 and 5 as part of the series, "The Wonderful World of the Apocalypse." Delve deep into the rich imagery and profound teachings that reveal God...
The Eucharist | Pastor Dylan Ciamacco
In this sermon, we delve into the profound mystery of communion, also known as the Eucharist, and its transformative power as a sacred encounter with the living God. This message sheds light on how communion serves as more than just a ritual, i...
Dream Big | Elijah Lamb
In this powerful sermon, we explore the concept of dreaming big through a fresh lens—looking beyond worldly views of success to embrace a definition grounded in servitude, humility, and love. Join us as we delve into how Jesus' life and teachin...
The King Of The Cosmos | Caleb Schmitt
Welcome to our latest sermon, where we embark on a journey to explore the supremacy of God and the profound mystery of the incarnation of Jesus Christ. In this message, we dive deep into the Scriptures from Colossians 1 and John 1, unraveling t...
The Gift, The Verdict, & The Invitation | Pastor James Crocker
In this impactful sermon, we delve into the profound significance of Christmas beyond its familiar rituals and comforting traditions. Join us as we explore the transformative narrative of Jesus' arrival on earth, examining the important questio...
Love Means Saying You're Lukewarm (Revelation 3:14-22) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this compelling sermon, we delve into the timeless lessons found in Revelation 3, specifically addressing the Church in Laodicea. Explore the themes of faithful witness, self-sufficiency, and how they resonate with us today. Discover the tra...
Holy To The Lord (Revelation 3:7-13) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this enlightening sermon from our series, "The Wonderful World of the Apocalypse," we dive into the meaningful discussion of holiness and devotion as depicted in Revelation 3. This message sheds light on Jesus' prophetic message to the churc...
Grace Makes Us Family | Sarah Escandon
In this enlightening podcast sermon, we journey through the concept of grace and its powerful role in forming us into a family within God's kingdom. Drawing from personal experiences and the profound truths in Galatians 4:4-7, we unpack the the...
Surprised Like Sardis (Revelation 3:1-6) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
In this powerful message, we dive into the fifth letter of Revelation, addressing the church in Sardis. Drawing lessons from the ancient city’s tragic history, Pastor delves into the prophetic words of Jesus, urging us to awaken and recognize o...
The Liturgies We Live By (Revelation 2:18-29) | Pastor Jake Sweetman
Dive into our latest sermon, "The Liturgies We Live By," part of the series "The Wonderful World of the Apocalypse," where we explore the profound teachings of the Book of Revelation. In this message, we focus on Revelation chapter 2, examining...