Sermons

Akron-Canton, Ohio Congregation

1:05:13 Those Who Eagerly Wait

Those Who Eagerly Wait

Given by Don Henson
August 5, 2023

In his epistles Paul refers to those who “eagerly wait” for Jesus’ return. What does he mean by that phrase and how do we maintain our anticipation of His return?

54:12 Walking by Faith

Walking by Faith

Given by Don Henson
July 15, 2023

Trials and challenges in our lives should strengthen and encourage us, giving us hope and vision as we face more difficulties. We walk by faith every day by looking beyond immediate circumstances to the Kingdom, by being obedient, accepting God’s will and persevering .

1:01:32 Don't Get Lost in the Weeds

Don't Get Lost in the Weeds

Given by Don Henson
July 1, 2023

The third category of seed in the parable of the sower is entangled by thorns (cares, riches and pleasures of life) and does not bear fruit. How can we guard against being “lost in the weeds?

55:28 Overcoming Discouragement

Overcoming Discouragement

Given by Chad Messerly
June 24, 2023

Discouragement can be a hard thing to deal with. What happens when discouragement sets in? How can we overcome discouragement?

52:26 Those Who Are Being Saved

Those Who Are Being Saved

Given by Don Henson
June 17, 2023

The Feast of Pentecost is about the firstfruits—those who are called and being saved in this age. Being saved puts us on the path to salvation, but we aren’t there yet. There is still much work to be done.

56:20 The Promise of the Holy Spirit

The Promise of the Holy Spirit

Given by Don Henson
June 10, 2023

Review of scriptures promising the gift of the Holy Spirit and how the Holy Spirit functions in our lives.

53:03 A Day Like No Other

A Day Like No Other

Given by Doug Johnson
May 28, 2023

What difference can one day make in your life? What if that one day was before you were even born? Let’s find out by putting ourselves in the shoes of the first century disciples back on that amazing Day of Pentecost in Acts 2.

46:02 Convictions That Lead to Eternal Life

Convictions That Lead to Eternal Life

Given by Bill Johnson
May 28, 2023

We need to have convictions based on real living faith that is only possible with the power of the Holy Spirit. Is God’s Word a book of preferences or do we live a life of conviction based on true living faith?

54:36 The Law and the Holy Spirit Put into Action

The Law and the Holy Spirit Put into Action

Given by Roger Ellis
May 27, 2023

Analyzing the outgrowth of having the Holy Spirit by having the law written on our heart and mind.

49:48 A Message of Encouragement

A Message of Encouragement

Given by Chad Messerly
May 20, 2023

We are told in the Bible about the value of encouragement. We are not only to encourage others but each of us need encouragement as well. There two ways brought out in this message of how we are to encourage.

1:05:39 Bible Study - Messages to Philadelphia and Laodicea

Bible Study - Messages to Philadelphia and Laodicea

Given by Don Henson
May 12, 2023

Bible Study

49:40 As You See the Day Approaching

As You See the Day Approaching

Given by Don Henson
May 6, 2023

In Hebrews 10 Paul urges us to continue in unwavering faith, not forsaking assembling together “so much the more as you see the Day approaching.” Are we living up to his instruction? And are we aware (do we see) that day approaching?

1:02:01 Bible Study - Messages to Thyatira and Sardis

Bible Study - Messages to Thyatira and Sardis

Given by Don Henson
April 28, 2023

Bible Study

1:00:44 Exit Plan for Days of Unleavened Bread

Exit Plan for Days of Unleavened Bread

Given by Don Henson
April 12, 2023

Now that the Days of Unleavened Bread are ending, do you have a plan for continued grown into a new year? James 1 provides an outline for an “exit plan.”

58:15 Moving Forward from Sin - Lessons from Joshua

Moving Forward from Sin - Lessons from Joshua

Given by Doug Johnson
April 12, 2023

During the Days of Unleavened Bread, we’ve heard many analogies from the experience of ancient Israel (most from the time of Moses’ leadership). What further lessons are there from the days when Joshua led them?