Sermons from the Akron-Canton, Ohio congregation

Wrestling With God

Given by Chad Messerly
November 29, 2024

There are times trials will show up in our lives. How do we approach them? How do we move forward? How do we find our strength? Learn how from Jacob and his struggle with God.

From Contamination to Decontamination

Given by Kevin Troyer
November 22, 2024

Satan has contaminated everything and everyone in this world. He has contaminated the world, he tries to contaminate God's truth, and he even contaminates us. In the future, God will decontaminate His creation, including us, but we must be working hard to get ready for that decontamination.

Can I Identify the True Church?

Given by Marty Miller
November 8, 2024

The purpose of this sermon is to show, from the Bible, what markers identify the true Church and also what our focus should be in regards to this topic.

Looking Ahead – Beyond Perseverance

Given by Chad Messerly
November 1, 2024

Jesus said in Luke 17:32 “Remember Lot’s wife.” This is a statement we should reflect on. What does the story of Lot’s wife show us? What can we learn from the few details of her life and how it relates to us today?

Removing the Veil

Given by Don Henson
October 11, 2024

When Jesus returns He will remove the “veil”—the deception of Satan which prevents people from being able to have spiritual understanding.

A Stunning Rescue

Given by Doug Johnson
October 2, 2024

On rare occasions, human beings can be capable of selfless acts of heroism, snatching others from certain death in perilous situations. The entire human family is in such a situation now, whether it’s recognized or not. Who will rescue us from ourselves? This annual festival has the answer!

Bible Study - The Kings of Israel and Judah (#8) - 1 Samuel 25-26

Given by Chad Messerly
September 27, 2024

Bible Study - The Kings of Israel and Judah (#8) - 1 Samuel 25-26

Finding Strength in the Strength of God

Given by Marty Miller
September 20, 2024

How can we succeed in relying on God for our strength? We can learn from the life of King Asa, who wavered in his reliance on God. The Bible also provides practical steps that can help us be more successful in consistently finding our strength in God.

9/11/01

Given by Don Henson
September 13, 2024

We just marked another observance of the 9/11 disaster. In the Millennium the memorials of disaster will be replaced by celebrations of the future.

Teaching & Learning God’s Way Is a Matter of the Heart

Given by Roger Ellis
September 13, 2024

This afternoon let’s see how Jesus Christ and the saints will implement teaching and learning from the heart.

Growing in Patience

Given by Don Henson
September 6, 2024

Patience is a fundamental characteristic that we must have as Christians. A review of the different kinds of patience we need and how to develop godly patience.

Place of Safety: What, Why, Where, When, Who?

Given by Don Henson
August 30, 2024

Revelation 12 prophesies that at the end of the age they church will be taken into the wilderness to be nourished for 3 ½ years. Just what is “the place of safety?”

The Road to Humility

Given by Marty Miller
August 23, 2024

Having Godly humility is a life long journey. It is an area of Christianity that we can always grow in. The conversion and ministry of the apostle Paul provides an encouraging example for us.

Elijah Was a Lot Like Us

Given by Kevin Troyer
August 16, 2024

God worked incredible miracles through Elijah throughout his life. He was a faithful and dedicated servant. Yet, he also showed some human weaknesses at times. Seeing that Elijah had weaknesses and overcame his weaknesses as a man encourages us that we too can overcome our own weaknesses. Seeing that God worked through Elijah to do great works encourages us that...

Sweat

Given by DJ Haney
August 16, 2024

We are called to be sweaty Christians. Our race should be run with effort and intensity because the stakes are high. Like an athlete, we need to be training ourselves and embracing discomfort so that we are as prepared as possible to receive the prize that God has promised us.