Episodes

  • We Shall Rise
    Sep 14 2025
    The sermon explores the hope of resurrection, grounding it in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as the foundation for believers' own future transformation. Drawing from passages in Acts, Corinthians, Ezekiel, and Colossians, the message emphasizes that the promise of immortality and a glorified body is a powerful motivator for enduring hardship and sharing the gospel, ultimately offering a glimpse into a future existence of eternal fellowship with Christ and a life free from death, surpassing even earthly joys and relationships.
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    47 mins
  • Godly Compromise
    Sep 8 2025
    The sermon explores the complexities of compromise, distinguishing between sinful behaviors driven by a desire to be liked and a godly adaptation for the sake of the gospel. Drawing from Paul's example, it emphasizes the importance of finding common ground and adapting communication styles to connect with others while remaining faithful to core theological convictions. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to prioritize the spread of the gospel, demonstrating love and seeking to win others through strategic adjustments, all while avoiding the pitfalls of sacrificing integrity for superficial acceptance.
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    36 mins
  • The Name Worth Dying For
    Sep 1 2025
    The sermon explores Paul's journey to Jerusalem, highlighting the tension between prophetic warnings against his travel and his unwavering commitment to obey the Holy Spirit, ultimately emphasizing the profound significance of the name of Jesus. Drawing parallels between Paul's experience and Jesus's, the message underscores the importance of honoring Jesus's name above one's own life, referencing Old and New Testament examples to illustrate the cost of compromise and the glory of steadfast faith. Through examination of Agabus's prophecy and Paul's response, the sermon asserts that while the Spirit reveals potential danger, it also directs obedience and provides an opportunity to declare unwavering devotion to Christ, ultimately calling listeners to prioritize Jesus's name in all aspects of their lives.
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    25 mins
  • The Gospel of Grace
    Aug 15 2025
    The sermon is centered on Paul's farewell address to the Ephesian elders, emphasizing the centrality of the gospel as a message of grace, repentance, and faith. It highlights the importance of proclaiming the whole counsel of God, including forgiveness, righteousness, and eternal life, while acknowledging the challenges and potential dangers of false teaching. It notes Paul's humility, tireless work ethic, and unwavering commitment to sharing the gospel, and he urges listeners to embrace the gospel's transformative power and to share it with others, recognizing it as a source of hope and a pathway to eternal life.
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    29 mins
  • Deacons
    Aug 5 2025
    The message explores the biblical concept of the deacon, tracing its origins in Acts 6 as a response to practical needs within the early church and highlighting its evolution as a servant role distinct from that of an elder. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual depth and integrity in deacons, outlining qualifications such as honesty, sobriety, and faithfulness, while also addressing the historical development of the role and the need to avoid viewing it as a stepping stone to leadership. Ultimately, the message underscores the significance of discerning and selecting deacons who embody servant-heartedness and contribute to a spiritually robust and resilient church, anticipating and resisting opposition from spiritual forces.
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    49 mins
  • The Dead are Raised
    Aug 3 2025
    The sermon explores the multifaceted concept of resurrection, drawing from the account of Eutychus's raising in Acts to illuminate spiritual and physical realities. It examines resurrection as a type pointing to the spiritual rebirth of sinners, the unparalleled resurrection of Jesus Christ, and ultimately, the future, literal resurrection of believers into eternal life. The message emphasizes that while miraculous events like Eutychus's revival underscore God's power, they also serve to highlight the transformative grace that delivers individuals from spiritual death and promises a future of sinless existence in God's new world.
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    38 mins
  • Idolatry: Open or Hidden
    Jul 22 2025
    The sermon examines the uproar in Ephesus sparked by Paul's teachings against idolatry, drawing parallels to the human tendency to create idols and the dangers of prioritizing material wealth over spiritual devotion. Rooted in the Acts 19 narrative, the message explores the nature of object worship, the subtle trap of covetousness as a form of idolatry, and the resulting confusion that arises when people pursue empty pursuits. Ultimately, the sermon emphasizes the importance of placing God at the center of one's affections, recognizing that true worship leads to a life aligned with Christ and a rejection of fleeting, ultimately meaningless, pursuits.
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    45 mins
  • Jude (2): Sinners
    Jul 6 2025
    The letter warns against the infiltration of ungodly individuals who pervert grace, deny Christ, and sow division within the church, ultimately facing eternal condemnation. Drawing from Jude's admonition, the message highlights the dangers of relying on dreams, despising authority, and indulging in sensual desires, emphasizing the importance of contending for the faith, building oneself up in holiness, and showing mercy to those in doubt while maintaining a firm stance against sin. Ultimately, the letter underscores the certainty of judgment for the unrepentant and affirms God's power to preserve believers, urging a steadfast commitment to Christ and a hopeful anticipation of eternal life.
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    40 mins