The Sword of the Lord & Gideon | Toby Sumpter

The Sword of the Lord & Gideon | Toby Sumpter

Author: King's Cross Church (Moscow, ID) April 23, 2026 Duration: 51:43
This is a very famous story – Gideon’s brilliant victory over the Midianites, but it is also at the same time a story about God’s brilliant war against human pride. Scripture is clear that the fundamental tyranny is sin, and pride is the root sin. Israel turned away from God because of pride and became enslaved to the Midianites. As we have turned away from God in our American pride, we have increasingly been enslaved to many corruptions. When we cry out to God for deliverance, we must recogn...

At King's Cross Church in Moscow, Idaho, the weekly sermon is more than just a message; it's a cornerstone for the days that follow. This podcast offers a direct audio feed of those gatherings, led by Pastor Toby Sumpter. The focus here is on exploring the Christian faith with both intellectual depth and practical application, considering how ancient scriptures speak directly into modern life in the Inland Northwest and beyond. You'll find a consistent emphasis on the grace and truth found in the gospel, presented without pretense. The tone is thoughtful and expository, often working through books of the Bible passage by passage to build understanding over time. It’s a resource for members of the local congregation to revisit Sunday’s teaching, for those who were unable to attend, and for anyone curious about a theological perspective rooted in historic Christian orthodoxy. By subscribing, you bring the pulpit of King's Cross Church into your daily routine-whether during a commute, a workout, or a quiet moment at home. Each episode stands as a recorded part of the church's ongoing life and worship. The content naturally fits within broader conversations about religion, Christianity, and spirituality, providing substantive material for reflection and discussion. This podcast serves as an auditory extension of the church's ministry, aiming to equip and encourage listeners through straightforward biblical teaching.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

King's Cross Church (Moscow, ID)
Podcast Episodes
The Foundations of the Righteous | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:19
This is a Psalm of encouragement, but it comes in a context in which David’s friends were not being particularly encouraging. And so David models what faithful friendship and encouragement looks like, even when it looks…
A Storybook Ending (More or Less) | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:44
So we come to the end of Judges, an era of turmoil and apostasy, but still marked by God’s faithfulness to His covenant promises. And so the story ends in a sort of raw hopefulness. We might sometimes feel like we live i…
Covenant in War | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:20
This chapter continues the story of the corruption of Gibeah and the tribe of Benjamin, with judgment falling on them and on the rest of Israel. This teaches lessons about the covenant, just war, and the difference betwe…
Loving Your Neighbor: The Duty of Reproof | Mike Niam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:29
King's Cross Church is a member congregation of the CREC in Moscow, ID. Visit our website at https://kingscrossmoscow.com. Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/kingscrossmoscow.
Was There No King in Israel? | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:34
Today we finish the first of two final horror stories in the book of Judges, final gunshots of warning to God’s people about the chaos that fills a land that turns away from God and His word. The Text: “In those days the…
Horror in Gibeah | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:08
The Bible is Rated-R, and that is because it deals honestly with the horror of human sin. This chapter is one of the darkest episodes in all of Scripture, and so it is an opportunity to look our sin straight on. The Text…
Walking in the Light | Zach Wilke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:52
King's Cross Church is a member congregation of the CREC in Moscow, ID. Visit our website at https://kingscrossmoscow.com. Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/kingscrossmoscow.
Educational Failures | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:45
The final episodes in the book of Judges (17-21) are something like an appendix, describing earlier episodes in the era of the judges to help explain why the whole era was so rough. It’s likely that Samuel was the author…
A Cruciform Savior | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:04
The end of Samson’s life is largely a tale of tragic decline, but even in his sin, the Spirit warns us to avoid his failures. And perhaps most important of all, the Spirit teaches us that it is never too late and God lov…
A Nation of Fools | Toby Sumpter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:30
It is always encouraging to remember that there have been dark days before. There have been corruptions and conspiracies many times, and God has never been worried. God’s plan has never needed any adjustments. From the b…