Sermons

Learning From the Past Part II: The End of the Beginning

New Orleans, Louisiana
Given by Rick Avent
January 31, 2026

The New Testament Church began with strength and power. However, by the end of the first century a different church began to emerge. What happened? There are a number of reasons for the divergence. One of the most important is that people began to lose focus on the true foundation of the Church of God. How did that happen?

Psalm 23, Part 5 - Peaceful Waters

Caribbean Community
Given by Arnold Hampton
January 31, 2026

Psalm 23:2 - He leads me beside the still waters. Water symbolizes the Spirit of God and that Spirit gives lasting peace.

Solvitur Ambulando

Louisville, Kentucky
Given by Jason Hyde
January 31, 2026

Christians are expected to grow, overcome and transform their character. This sermon examines a strategy to successfully address those expectations.

What Baptism Is and What It Isn’t

West Michigan
Given by Ian Neal
January 31, 2026

What is baptism? Is it a milestone in life, or the starting point of our Christian journey? This sermon details what baptism is, what it is not, and why reflecting on the baptismal covenant is important for both the baptized and the unbaptized.

Finish Faithfully

Redding / Stockton, California
Given by Michael Lindenberg
January 31, 2026

Every Christian is living out a story that is still being written. God’s desire is that our story begins with faith and concludes the same way—faithful, enduring, and pleasing to Him.

Have You Left Your First Love?

Houston South, Texas
Given by Robbie Mazza
January 31, 2026

Christ corrected the Ephesus church in stating that they had left their first love. What does it mean to leave the first love? And how can we restore it?

Where the Mighty Struggle

Houston South, Texas
Given by Aaron West
January 31, 2026

Laodicea was a wealthy, prosperous, capable, and mighty city. Even so, Christ identified issues within the Church at Laodicea. This message aims to understand the issues so that we can guard against allowing ourselves to become too great in our own minds.

Tension: Who Needs It? We Do!

Fort Worth, Texas
Given by Ken Giese
January 31, 2026

Tension (as a noun) is defined as (1) the state of being stretched tight and (2) mental or emotional strain . . . similar words . . . stress, anxiety, worry, anxiousness, apprehension, agitation, nervousness, jumpiness, uncertainty, anticipation, excitement . . . . the list goes on! All of us experience tension in our daily lives and we often yearn to experience tension’s opposite . . . relaxation! What are the positive qualities of tension t...

Clothed with Humility

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Gabe Ellis
January 31, 2026

A common piece of clothing used by a waiter, waitress, or server is an apron. How does wearing an apron relate to our spiritual life? What is the connection between wearing an apron and the character quality of humility?

What is a True Christian? (Pt 1)

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
January 31, 2026

It is generally understood that the term "Christian" refers to those who follow the example of Christ - but do you know when and where that name originated? The Book of Acts and other New Testatment scriptures reveal not only the origin of that term but also the other names that were used to describe those who followed...

How Satan Deceived

Bentonville / Van Buren, Arkansas
Given by Tom Clark
January 31, 2026

At the end of the Millennium Satan will be released and deceive vast numbers of people. Since they will have read that prophecy, and no doubt been warned against it, how is he able to deceive so many? What does Satan used to deceive and affect so many people?

Patience Before the Return of Christ

Twin Cities, Minnesota
Given by Brit Railston
January 31, 2026

After explaining events to come in the last days, Christ was asked "when will these things be?" Part of the answer was "by your patience possess your souls" or as other scripture references "he who endures to the end will be saved". Christ was telling His disciples what to focus on instead of when...

The Law and the New Covenant, Part 3

Dallas, Texas
Given by Andy Burnett
January 31, 2026

In this installment, we look at factors to consider in determining application for the Church under the terms of the New Covenant.

A Labor of Love

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
January 31, 2026

History is filled with astonishing examples of the best and worst of human behavior. Astonishing examples of courage and ingenuity involved in efforts to rescue Jewish children at risk in pre-World War II Europe (known as the Kindertransport) comprise some of the “best” side of human conduct. But God has in mind a much greater rescue effort—involving the entire human race!...

The Spirit World - Part 4 - Angels - Types of Angels

West Palm Beach, Florida
Given by David Jackson
January 31, 2026

The Bible provides a tremendous amount of detail about God’s angels. Three questions are covered in Part 4: How long have angels been around? How many angels are there? What are the different types, ranks, and roles of God’s angels revealed in Scripture? It is important that we have this understanding before looking at the spirit world that is in rebellion aga...