Sermons

Contending Earnestly for the Faith

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
July 16, 2022

Why did Jude change his mind about what to write to the brethren who received his short letter? What did he mean by his references to Cain, Balaam and Korah? Since their examples were not good ones for us to follow, what are some good examples instead?

Count It All Joy What Does That Mean

West Palm Beach, Florida
Given by David Jackson
July 16, 2022

"My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials". Are we really supposed to be happy with the trials we suffer through in life? If that is the case, should I be asking for more trials or harsher trials? What did James mean by those words? The answer may surprise you.

How Does the Holy Spirit Work

New Orleans, Louisiana
Given by Rick Avent
July 16, 2022

Lessons From the Life of Abel

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Dave Myers
July 16, 2022

Abel is only mentioned in a few short verses in the Bible, yet his life records important lessons for us today.

Plan Your Spiritual Victories

West Palm Beach, Florida
Given by Mark Hampton
July 10, 2022

Israel Enters the Promised Land

Akron, Ohio
Given by Don Henson
July 9, 2022

Jacob’s wives and sons. Joseph is sold into Egypt and rescues his family from the severe 7-year famine and drought. Jacob’s sons move into Egypt and develop into the nation of Israel. They fall into slavery. God rescues them and delivers them to Canaan – but they refuse to enter and are condemned to wander in the wilderness for a total...

Who Is Melchizedek and Why Does It Matter?

East Texas
Given by James Ellis
July 9, 2022

On the surface, it seems that scripture provides very little information about a mysterious figure known as Melchizedek. A deeper look proves otherwise. Who was this individual and why does it matter to New Testament Christians?

Spiritual Chess

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Tim Foster
July 9, 2022

The way chess is played can be an analogy for how God interacts with mankind. We compare 3 elements of chess, seeing many steps ahead, always being covered, and sacrifice being needed, to get a glimpse into God's deep layered plan for each of us.

Prove All Things

Castle Rock, Colorado
Given by Greg Sargent
July 9, 2022

Jesus Christ and the first apostles warned ministers and members against false doctrine. Within decades doctrinal distortion infected God’s church and will only end when Christ destroys the false prophet at His return. Have you proven all things without assuming others know better than you?

Value of Spiritual Education

Columbia, Missouri
Given by John Foster
July 9, 2022

It's important that we have physical knowledge in order to cope in this society, but what is most important to have is spiritual understanding. That requires us to have continuing education in spiritual concepts and doctrine.

God's Perspective on Race and Racism

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Given by Zach Smith
July 9, 2022

Be Strong and of Good Courage

Given by David Johnson
July 9, 2022

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?