Sermons from the Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio congregation

Unconditional Surrender and Slavery

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
February 28, 2026

A soldier is captured by the enemy only to find out that the enemy he has been fighting against is right and he was wrong. This compares to Jesus Christ, the Commander, rescuing us from being a slave to Satan, the real enemy of mankind.

Judges Parables of the Trees

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
February 21, 2026

“What is this Parable, and what lessons could it have for us today? This parable teaches us about honoring our commitments and humbly trusting God to work things out for us despite it seeming to be impossible.”

Correction as a Way of Life

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Taylor Tootle
January 31, 2026

Correction is something people often shy away from. As Christians it is a way of life God has given us to bring us into perfection. He has given instructions on how to give and receive it to bring us into alignment with Him and one another.

So What if it's Pagan?

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
January 10, 2026

In our continuing series of how to give an answer, this sermon briefly examines the pagan roots of Halloween and Christmas. Then we answer the question, so what? What's wrong with something being pagan in origin? Does God really care about that?

What is Jerusalem to me?

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Jeremy Hess
January 3, 2026

Using the 1967 Western Wall moment, the sermon asks what Jerusalem means biblically. It traces its story from Melchizedek and David to Jesus and the Church, showing human failure, then calls believers to seek God’s Kingdom and hope for Christ’s righteous reign in Jerusalem.

Righteous Anger?

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Gregg Pennington
January 3, 2026

Most of our anger isn’t as righteous as we think. When we justify it, anger grows into offense, damages relationships, and works against the character God is building in us. God is slow to anger, and He calls us to reflect His patience and mercy.

Lessons from Jonah

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Tim Foster
December 20, 2025

This is a true story that little children absolutely love and yet it has incredibly deep lessons about justice, mercy, accountability, turning a corner, God's goodness, and pity.

Avoiding Assumptions

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Taylor Tootle
December 6, 2025

All of us can make assumptions, but are they right? Is it pleasing to God when we make assumptions? What does the Bible say about making assumptions and what can we do as Christians to avoid making assumptions?

Love God? Then Love the Sabbath!

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
November 22, 2025

A review of our command to keep the Sabbath in a way that shows love to God. He has established guidelines that should help us honor the Sabbath in a more meaningful way that expresses just how much we love God through our keeping of the Sabbath.

The Most Encouraging, Uplifting Sermon Ever Given

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
November 15, 2025

This sermon takes a look at the many spiritual and physical blessings we enjoy as being part of God's Church today.

Strangers on the Earth

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Tim Foster
November 1, 2025

Returning from the Feast reminds us that we are strangers on this earth, just like heroes of faith confessed. Peter begs us to abstain from many worldly things, just as a stranger would. What does this look like?

Humility Learned For the Third Time

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
October 25, 2025

We often mention the importance of humility in our Christian lives. God has designed a plan for us to focus on the importance of humility in our lives on three specific occasions. We'll look at each one of them in this sermon.

Beware Spiritual Entropy

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
October 18, 2025

After our spiritual high at the Feast, how do we make sure we don't lose that new level of zeal and determination going forward? What are some practical steps we need to take right now to stay spiritually strong after the Feast?

Atonement and Effects on Mankind

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Taylor Tootle
October 2, 2025

The Day of Atonement is rich in meaning. While we review the meaning of the day let's also consider some of the effects this day will have on mankind.

Am I Ready for the Kingdom of God?

Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio
Given by Ron Kelley
September 27, 2025

Am I overwhelmed by the reality of the Kingdom of God and being in the God Family? Do I have secret fears about not being ready? Am I anxious about the massive changes that will come before Christ's return? How will I be able to get through all this?