Sermons

The Gates of Hades

Given by David Johnson

We have long understood that Jesus’ statement about the gates of Hades meant that the Church would never die out completely. But is there more involved in what He said? And why did He take His disciples 20 miles away to Caesarea Philippi? To understand, we need to look more closely.

The Gates of Hades

Given by David Johnson

We have long understood that Jesus’ statement about the gates of Hades meant that the Church would never die out completely. But is there more involved in what He said? And why did He take His disciples 20 miles away to Caesarea Philippi? To understand, we need to look more closely.

The Deep Things of God

Given by David Johnson

The Deep Things of God

Given by David Johnson

Becoming teachers of God’s truth can seem like an overwhelming task, but God has given each of us a special tool to help in the process. That tool—the Holy Spirit—leads the believer to look more deeply into God’s Word. Are we using that tool?

Preparing the Next Generation

Given by David Johnson

The blessing of the children is more than an event we watch from a distance. With our “Amen,” we are committing ourselves to be instruments through which God can provide the blessings. How can we reach across generations to help the next generation of believers?

What God Has Prepared

Given by David Johnson

Why should a person want to be in God's family and live forever? Will we get bored? What will it be like to be an eternal member of God's family? What has God prepared for those who love Him?

Be Strong and of Good Courage

Given by David Johnson

16 times Scripture tells Christians to "be strong and of good courage." What is the meaning of "good courage" and how does it differ from human examples of courage? What role does courage play in daily living? How is godly courage developed?

Take Heed of Covetousness

Given by David Johnson

Most people give little thought to the problem of covetousness, but it is one of the 10 fundamental rules God gave. Why would my private thoughts be so important? Jesus told His disciples to “take heed of covetousness.” Could I be overlooking this problem in my life? And if so, what can I do about it?

True Liberty and the Christian

Given by David Johnson

Americans deeply cherish liberty. Our freedoms have enabled us to do the work in a way not possible in much of the world. But is our understanding of personal freedom in agreement with what God’s Word says? What does James mean that Christians are to be judged by “the law of liberty”?