Sermons

How Does God Bless Us?

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
June 13, 2026

The Book of Acts recounts many fascinating events from the earliest days of the Church. Acts 9:31 has a beautiful description of a period of peace experienced by our long-ago brothers and sisters. That peaceful period came after a period of persecution and trial ended with the conversion of Saul (Paul). Does God still work in similar patterns in our modern...

Overcoming Deception with Discernment

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Gabe Ellis
June 13, 2026

Have you ever been deceived? It could have been with a false advertisement, a scammer targeting tourists on vacation or someone telling you a direct lie. How do we avoid being deceived? How can we identify good vs. evil? An essential key to overcoming deception is stirring up the spiritual gift of discernment.

Do You Know the True Gospel?

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
June 13, 2026

Could you clearly explain the true gospel if someone asked? This sermon explains why there are false gospels, why the true gospel is always under attack, and how our beliefs work together as a connected system, not just an isolated set of separate doctrines. It highlights our need to understand, defend, preserve, and teach the gospel that Christ preached.

Preserving Sound Doctrine (Bible Study)

Bentonville / Van Buren, Arkansas
Given by Tom Clark
June 13, 2026

There is a growing movement in society, and even among some in the greater Church of God Community to say personal behavior and being a good person is more important than doctrine. In the process, doctrine slips under the guise of being a good person. The Bible shows being a good person is essential, but so is sound doctrine. In...

Called Into His Glory

Bentonville / Van Buren, Arkansas
Given by Tom Clark
June 13, 2026

In 1 Thessalonians 2:12 Paul tells us we are called by God into His kingdom and glory. The kingdom part we probably understand fairly well, but what does it mean to be called into His glory? How should we understand God’s glory, and then how does it apply to us?

How Much Faith Do I Have?

Fort Worth, Texas
Given by Ken Giese
June 13, 2026

How many times have we felt stuck in a situation that seemed overwhelming? We pray and ask God to intervene, but the problem seems to grow worse. We start to question God’s willingness or ability to intervene and create our own solutions and take matters into our own hands. How do we respond when our faith in God and His prom...

Nineveh, Nahum, and Trust in the Day of Trouble

Houston South, Texas
Given by James Ellis
June 13, 2026

God’s strength and character never waver, even in a day of trouble. He remains a trustworthy stronghold in the very midst of threat.

Called Into His Glory

Bentonville / Van Buren, Arkansas
Given by Tom Clark
June 13, 2026

In 1 Thessalonians 2:12 Paul tells us we are called by God into His kingdom and glory. The kingdom part we probably understand fairly well, but what does it mean to be called into His glory? How should we understand God’s glory, and then how does it apply to us?

How to Stop Drifting

Atlanta, Georgia
Given by Mark Winner
June 13, 2026

Change doesn't happen overnight. It is happens slowly over time as our mindset shifts towards whatever direction we are heading. We need to ask ourselves: "Have I drifted, or am I drifting, in any way from God and His church?"

Do We Honor God on His Sabbath and Keep it With All Our Heart

Twin Cities, Minnesota
Given by Larry Solomon
June 13, 2026

About 100 years ago this year (2026), Mr. Armstrong was challenged by his wife about observing the Sabbath. Why should we keep the Sabbath? Is it for Israel only? If we keep the Sabbath, is it a burden or do we honor God when we keep the Sabbath? Do we prepare for it? Do we love God's way with all our heart?

Identifying Spiritual Gifts, Part 2

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Given by Zach Smith
June 13, 2026

We previously discussed some foundational principles related to the reasons for spiritual gifts and our motivation for identifying them. But further clarity is needed on how to do so. What should we keep in mind about gifts of the Spirit as we look for them among us?

The Deeper Meaning of the Ninth Commandment

Raleigh, North Carolina
Given by Tom Schultz
June 13, 2026

Today, we will first look at some of the words in the command, and then we will see how they can help us find that deeper meaning. And then we will also look at two examples of how we could be breaking this Ninth Commandment.

My Yoke Is Easy

Kansas City, Kansas
Given by Caleb Froedge
June 13, 2026

Jesus Christ is the perfect leader—strong yet gentle, the mighty Prince of Peace who leads with both power and compassion. Those who hear His voice and follow Him as their Chief Shepherd find blessings, care, peace, and true rest.

God's Blessing for the U.S. and Britain

Memphis, Tennessee
Given by Justin Adkins
June 13, 2026

As this country approaches it's semiquincentennial, we have to ask ourselves if the greatness attributed to this country is warranted. We go back and explore the reason why the United States and Great Britain are where we are today.

The Christian Sentinel

West Palm Beach, Florida
Given by Mike Moore
June 13, 2026

Like the soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, we are sentinels in God's army, faithfully doing the work we are called to do until our service to God is done.