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Robert Butler
Itasca, Illinois 60143
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About Robert
  • Education: Northern Seminary, Lombard IL - Masters of Divinity - 2006, Ordained in 2011
  • Experience: Rev. Robert “Bob” Butler is a third career pastor with a entrepreneurial heart. He graduated from Chicago’s Northern Seminary with a Masters in Divinity. He has been part of large, small and multi-site churches. Bob is a new ministry pioneer and a church planter. He currently resides in Chicagoland, leads RENEW A Missional Expression and a missionary outpost called the ‘The Center.’ He is also a domestic missionary trainer, consultant and residency coach. Bob’s passion is to see the rule and reign of Jesus come to fruition on earth as is it heaven.
  • Comment to those looking at my sermons: I prefer to speak the truth versus writing it down.
  • Sermon or series that made a difference: Get out of the Boat
  • One of my favorite illustrations: comes from others as they live life
  • Family: I have a beautiful wife of 33 years and a 26 year old son
  • What my parents think of my sermons: My parents have gone on to heaven but I believe they would smile.
  • What my spouse (really) thinks of my sermons: She wishes she didn't have to listen them on podcast on Mondays because she is serving the children on Sunday.
  • Best advice given to me about preaching: Little Victories and Little defeats make up life. There are no rules so don't limit yourself by what others think of you.
  • Books that have had an impact: Shape of Things to Come - Alan Hirsch and Micheal Frost; The Great Giveaway by David Fitch; Tangible Kingdom by Hugh Halter; Joshua by Grizzone; Accidental Pharisees by Larry Osborne; Soul Revolution/Unshockable Love by Burke; Underground Church by Sanders; Crazy Love by Francis Chan; Irresistible Revolution
  • Hobbies: reading, movies, working out
  • If I could Preach one more time, I would say...: God's grace gives us the power to not take ourselves too seriously and love unconditionally.
  • Something funny that happened while preaching: A 6'7" fully dressed elve ran through service unexpectedly
  • What I want on my tombstone: He gave all he had for Christ
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  • Ephesians Let's Pray #22

    Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
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    When believers stand firm in spiritual battle, they must keep praying in Spirit-led, relational, obedient, and persevering alignment with God so they can remain fearless and faithful in gospel witness.

    Last week, we covered the idea of the war raging outside our view in the realm of the unseen. It’s a battle everyday to secure the only thing eternal in this world: the souls of every human. We are to put on the armor of God everyday so as to be prepared. I ended last week by teasing everyone with ...read more

  • Ephesians - Let’s Roll #21

    Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
     | 46 views

    The Christian life is a defensive-and-offensive stand against spiritual deception

    Last week, we covered the idea that biblical parenting, service unto the Lord and this week we continue to an underpinning idea most Christians would prefer not to discuss. It’s time to get ready for war and not just any war, but war with a person who is willing to fight to the death every time. ...read more

  • Ephesians - Alive! #17

    Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
     | 57 views

    If Christians want to live wisely, they must actively listen to the Holy Spirit and obey Him in everyday life. The Spirit is not presented as decoration for the Christian life, but as the one who empowers, guides, corrects, and shapes believers into Jesus’ likeness.

    Last week, Jennifer and Shaun did an excellent job of getting to the heart of Paul’s intent of the scripture that a true spiritual awakening is followed by changes in both our thinking and our doing. It’s not a behavior modification program. It’s a heart replacement surgery. Those words from last ...read more

  • Ephesians - Momma’s The Boss #20

    Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
     | 53 views

    A godly mother serves faithfully as unto the Lord, trusting that God sees her sacrifice and rewards her labor.

    Last week, we covered the idea that Biblical parenting is about creating a godly environment, calling children to obedience and honor, and faithfully passing on spiritual life to the next generation. This week we move from parenting to Motherhood. Being a mom is holy work when it is done as service ...read more

  • Ephesians - Parent’s Manual #19

    Contributed on Jul 6, 2026
     | 52 views

    Biblical parenting is about creating a godly environment, calling children to obedience and honor, and faithfully passing on spiritual life to the next generation

    Last week, Juan and Suzie shared Paul’s intent in Ephesians 5:21-33. We learned that marriage is about practicing biblical love, respect, and submission. And to model our love and obedience like Jesus love for the church and how we are called to obey our Heavenly Father. This week we move from ...read more

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