Sermons Page 18

1 Peter 1:3-12

Sovereignty: Hope for the Future

Peter encourages suffering Christians to fix their hope on God's sovereign plan for eternal salvation rather than present circumstances, a reminder for all believers to maintain faith in God's future promises regardless of present affluence or hardship.

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

2 Thessalonians

Standing Firm

Paul encourages the Thessalonians to stand firm in their faith by reminding them that Jesus loves them, God has saved them, and God has called them to share in Christ's glory—truths that should give them unshakeable confidence regardless of their circumstances.

Philippians 4:4-9 · 2 Corinthians 5:7

Philippians

Start Thinking Right

This sermon argues that Christians have control over their thoughts, and right thinking leads to right actions. Through repentance, God's Word, and crisis, believers can renew their minds and live transformed lives.

John 4

Starting Spiritual Discussions

This sermon teaches that evangelism flows from who we are as believers, and that starting spiritual conversations requires courage, personality alignment, and practical approaches—whether direct, indirect, or invitational—to help others see the world through Jesus's eyes.

2 Timothy 3:10-17

Timothy

Stay

This sermon examines Paul's call for Timothy to remain grounded in Scripture despite persecution and false teachers. Believers who stay in God's Word will be equipped to live godly lives and honor God.

1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Step Up!

Fathers are called to actively shepherd their children through encouragement, comfort, and insistence on godly standards, not to delegate this responsibility to mothers or remain on the sideline.

Joshua 1:1-9 · Deuteronomy 34:10-12

Joshua

Strength

This sermon examines how God's unchanging promises and presence provide strength for life's transitions. Like Joshua stepping into leadership, believers today can find courage through God's assurance to never abandon them.

Joshua 1:1-9 · Deuteronomy 34:10-12

Joshua

Strong and Courageous

Spiritual strength comes from trusting God's promises and listening only to him. As Joshua faced leadership transition, God assured him of his constant presence—a promise extended to believers today through Christ.

Luke 22:39-53 · Luke 22:31-38

Submission

Jesus in Gethsemane demonstrates the power of submissive prayer—yielding one's will to God's regardless of the cost. True faith is forged not through confidence in ourselves but through the struggle of surrender.

2 Corinthians 11:16-12:10

Sufficient Grace

Paul boasts in his weakness rather than strength to reveal God's sufficiency. God's grace is perfected in weakness, and believers should delight in their limitations as occasions to display Christ.

Psalm 19:1-4

Sunday Night Devo

The intricate design of the universe—from the sun's perfect distance to the precise atmospheric composition—declares God's glory and demands our wonder and praise.

Sunday Night Devotional Honoring Seniors

This devotional examines how change, though often uncomfortable, is essential for spiritual growth and maturity. God calls us to extend beyond our comfort zones and trust Him as He shapes us into the image of His Son.

Galatians 5:16-18 · 1 John 1:8-9

Take My Problems Away

Becoming a Christian doesn't instantly erase our sinful struggles, but the Holy Spirit works within us to produce transformation. True spiritual growth comes through honest confession, reliance on God's grace, and acceptance of our powerlessness without losing hope in Christ.

Genesis 11:1-9

Taking God's Place

This sermon examines the Tower of Babel as a cautionary tale about human pride and the attempt to usurp God's authority, calling listeners to find balance between ambition and faithful submission to God.

2 Corinthians 12:11-13:14

Test Yourselves

Paul challenges the Corinthians to examine themselves and prove their faith in Christ rather than demanding proof of his apostleship. True witness to faith comes through self-examination and alignment with Jesus.

Psalm 8 · Romans 1:20

The Beauty of Holiness

Looking at creation reveals God's eternal power and nature, calling us to worship the Creator rather than the created. This understanding gives us purpose and invites us to respond with childlike praise.

John 20:1-31 · 1 Corinthians 15

The Beginning

This sermon explores the resurrection of Jesus through Mary's encounter, Thomas's doubt, and its transformative power. Believers are called to confess Jesus as Lord and tap into resurrection power for victory over all spiritual opposition.

Genesis 4:1-16

The Beginning of Conflict

This sermon examines Cain's murder of Abel as a continuation of Adam and Eve's fall, showing how sin originates in the heart and separates us from God—yet God continually offers warnings and opportunities to resist temptation and return to relationship with him.

Genesis 3:1-24 · 2 Timothy 2:25

The Beginning of Sin

This sermon traces sin's progression from doubt about God's goodness to willful disobedience, and examines its consequences—shame, separation from God, loss of responsibility, judgment, and expulsion from paradise—while pointing to Christ's ultimate victory over Satan.

Acts 4:23-31 · Exodus 20

The Believer's Prayer

This sermon examines how believers should pray for boldness to proclaim the gospel rather than for comfortable circumstances. Acknowledging God's sovereignty, we are called to seek courage to speak for Jesus even amid opposition and trials.

2 Timothy 3:16-17 · Romans 1

The Bible — God's Book

The Bible is God's authoritative word, verified through its internal claims, archaeological evidence, textual integrity, and fulfilled prophecy, and should be approached with reverence and careful study.

Genesis 48:1-20 · Genesis 49:1-28

The Blessings

Jacob's blessings of his sons demonstrate the importance of giving appropriate encouragement to the next generation and learning to release the past. Each generation needs affirmation from those older, and true blessing speaks truthfully about both promise and responsibility.

John 9:1-41

The Blind Man

Faith grows through challenge and carries real consequences. The blind man's progressive encounters with Jesus—from 'the man named Jesus' to worshipped God—show how testing our beliefs deepens our commitment to Christ.

Daniel 6:13-23

The Cat House

Daniel refuses to hide his faith when a royal decree forbids prayer, demonstrating that true faith cannot be compromised even when facing consequences, and challenging believers to let their light shine rather than conceal their devotion.