Sermons from the Akron-Canton, Ohio congregation

Guard Against Pride

Given by Don Henson
November 12, 2022

One of the most subtle and dangerous natural characteristics of human nature is pride. Scripture warns us of the dangers of pride and how we can overcome it

God Blesses Our Children

Given by Don Henson
November 5, 2022

Each year the church has the blessing of little children ceremony. In it Jesus expresses His love for our children. His blessing of our children extends far beyond that ceremony.

Contempt

Given by DJ Haney
October 29, 2022

One of the most harmful attitudes a person can take towards others is that of contempt - the feeling that another person is beneath consideration or even deserving scorn. It devalues them and their opinions. It divides groups and makes it impossible to bridge the gap. A personal attitude of contempt must be rooted out and replaced with love and...

Who Are We?

Given by Kevin Troyer
October 29, 2022

Who are we? We're more than what we see on the surface. Deep at the core of who we are is a powerful and life-changing confidence in God. Confidence in ourselves only gets us so far. We have weaknesses and flaws as humans. Confidence in God on the other hand is lasting and permanent. Having confidence in God, His calling,...

Praise the Eternal

Given by Roger Ellis
October 22, 2022

I’d like to encourage you to express your heartfelt personal praise and thanks to God for all He has done for you.

Who Is Satan?

Given by Marty Miller
October 5, 2022

Many people are confused about what they believe about Satan the devil. Is he real or just a symbol of evil? What about you? Do you view him as a threat to your spiritual life? It is important that we periodically review what the Bible says about our adversary. Is he real? Why does he need to be put away?...

Two Goats, Atonement, and Reconciliation

Given by Roger Ellis
October 5, 2022

In Leviticus chapter 16 we see the Old Testament Symbolism for the Day of Atonement and its part of the plan of salvation as God explains the meaning of it to ancient Israel. In Leviticus 16: it says, Aaron the high priest was to select 2 goats, one that represented Jesus Christ and the other goat… satan the devil. We understand the goat t...

How to Feast

Given by Don Henson
October 1, 2022

Reminders of what we can do to make this ‘the best Feast ever.’

There Is a New World Coming

Given by Don Henson
September 26, 2022

The Feast of Trumpets gives a glimpse ahead to the events preceding Jesus’ return. They will be disastrous times but will make possible the “new world” that He will establish.

Our Royal Calling

Given by Roger Ellis
September 24, 2022

As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of Trumpets let’s explore what it means to be a king or priest in the family of God.

What Is the Great Tribulation?

Given by Don Henson
September 17, 2022

The great tribulation is a period of 3 ½ years that leads up to and includes the return of Jesus Christ. It will be the most difficult time mankind has ever experienced. Jesus warns His disciples not be caught unaware when that comes.

Fix It Now

Given by DJ Haney
September 10, 2022

We all have spiritual flaws in our lives, which is no surprise to anyone. But what matters is what we do with that knowledge. Do we sit on it and bury it, to be dealt with "tomorrow"? Or do we act to correct it? The day in which we will be called to answer for our actions will...

Sure Things and the Fall Holy Days

Given by Gary Summers
September 10, 2022

We pray for Christ to return, and establish God's Kingdom here on earth, which triggers the fulfillment of the fall Holy Days. We will briefly review each of the fall Holy Days, to remind and encourage us that the fulfillment of these days, IS a sure thing!

By Standing Firm You Will Gain Life

Given by Don Henson
September 3, 2022

Endurance is a special kind of strength – not raw power but the ability to continue over a long period of time. Jesus said that “He who endures to the end shall be saved.” How can we have the kind of enduring strength that will see us through to the end?

Maintaining a Love of the Truth

Given by Roger Ellis
August 27, 2022

Do you remember the first time you really understood the impact of God’s Truth in your life? When you loved the Truth? Maybe you had an incident in which you had seen the result of a Godly principle working in your life and it was positive. You got a very good result because you had the faith and patience to a...