Sermons

The Power of the Highest

Given by David Johnson
May 25, 2026

Understanding the meaning of Pentecost is vital to being able to understand what God is trying to accomplish with His plan of salvation. Why do we need the power of the Highest? What does it do for us? Are we using the Holy Spirit in the way God intends?

Searching the Deep Things

Given by David Johnson
May 25, 2026

The gift of God’s Spirit does many things for us, but God does not give gifts simply so we have something others don’t have. Paul says the Holy Spirit can be used is to search out the “deep things of God.” Digging deeply into the deep things of God can profoundly affect our relationship with Him.

Called to Holiness as Firstfruits

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
May 24, 2026

God's working with ancient Israel parallels our calling and the process of our being shaped to serve in the future. The process can be seen in three steps, that of identity, distinction and internal transformation.

The Holy Spirit, the Seal of God.

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Jim Haeffele
May 24, 2026

When a person is baptized and has hands lain upon them, they are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise. It is a Spirit of power which provides comfort and is a down payment on eternal life.

David: A Case Study of a Circumcised Heart

East Texas
Given by James Richards
May 24, 2026

The Day of Pentecost depicts the giving of a measure of Holy Spirit to God's people. The Holy Spirit teaches us characteristics to develop a circumcised heart. In this message, we examine five characteristics David exemplified which are present in a person with a circumcised heart.

True Christianity and Pentecost

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
May 24, 2026

Let’s give the description of true Christianity some thought on this special day that commemorates the founding of God’s true New Testament Church on the Pentecost of AD 31.

Aspiring to Faithfulness

West Michigan
Given by Bruce Rivers
May 24, 2026

This message focuses on one attribute of the fruit of God's Spirit - faithfulness. The importance of how it works in us and our part in enabling it to grow in us as part of God's firstfruits.

The Promise

Castle Rock, Colorado
Given by Greg Sargent
May 24, 2026

The term, "the promise," is used several times, mostly in the New Testament. The fulfillment of the promise began on Pentecost. Can we name the different aspects of that promise? Most importantly, do we know that the promise only went to one seed of Abraham and to none other. It's a mystery.

The Trinity: Why so Pervasive in the Christian World?

New Orleans, Louisiana
Given by Rick Avent
May 24, 2026

The idea of the Trinity was not taught by Jesus nor the early New Testament church. Yet it has become such a widespread belief, that the few Christian churches which do not accept the doctrine are dismissed as cults. Why?

Pentecost: From Calling to Development

New Orleans, Louisiana
Given by Pat Sinon
May 24, 2026

Pentecost is more than the giving of the Holy Spirit—it pictures growth, development, and the work God is doing in His people today. In this message, we’ll examine how God is not only calling firstfruits, but patiently shaping and preparing them for His Kingdom through His Spirit, truth, and daily refinement.

How God Spirit Help Us?

Raleigh, North Carolina
Given by Tom Schultz
May 24, 2026

Today, let's look at the three ways the Holy Spirit help us.

Expect the Unexpected

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
May 24, 2026

This Pentecost message will share several NT story lines for us all to consider and to expect the unexpected from God.

Formal Roles in the Body

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Given by Zach Smith
May 24, 2026

Out of love for His Church, Ephesians 4 tells us Jesus Christ has given some to fill formal roles or offices of service in the body. This message looks at ordained offices in the Church as part of God’s method of bringing us all the to measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ—to become like Him, the living head of ...

Identifying Spiritual Gifts

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Given by Zach Smith
May 24, 2026

As a result of receiving the gift of the spirit, we are also given spiritual gifts. These are special ways God makes His power evident in individual members to serve the needs of the whole body. This message discusses some key principles to help us begin to identify spiritual gifts in a healthy and humble manner.

Stirring up the Gift of God

Louisville, Kentucky
Given by Dave Pennington
May 24, 2026

Timothy was instructed to stir up the gift of God. This message focuses on why this is so very important, and covers ways to stir up God's Spirit.