Sermons from the Cincinnati-Dayton, Ohio congregation

From Enslavement to Hope

Given by Ron Kelley
March 16, 2024

This begins a 3-part series that attempts to bring to life the story of the Exodus. We will be introduced to fictional families of Israelites who lived the story. In Part 1 we will begin with Israel and his family coming to Egypt to be reunited with Joseph and take it through Moses meeting Aaron at Mt. Sinai

Counting the Cost

Given by Ron Kelley
March 9, 2024

During baptism counseling we discuss what it means to “count the cost”. If you are preparing for baptism, how do you do that? If you’ve been baptized for years, are you still counting the cost? As Passover approaches, let’s review exactly what this means to us personally.

Fundamentals of Tithing

Given by Ron Kelley
February 24, 2024

This sermon is a review of our fundamental belief of tithing. How can we prove it is commanded by God today and how do you answer those who attempt to prove the Law of tithing is obsolete?

Compassion: To This You Are Called

Given by Taylor Tootle
February 10, 2024

We live in a world that continues to grow in sin and lovelessness. We have been called out of this world to be different. What is compassion that we should grow in as the world becomes increasingly unloving?

What if We Die Before We Are Spiritually Ready?

Given by Ron Kelley
February 3, 2024

Even though I’m baptized, what if I’m not close to God right now? What happens if I die before I’ve got my life back together and re-established my relationship with God”

Saturday or Sunday: The Top Three

Given by Ron Kelley
January 27, 2024

What are the top three proofs used to prove from the Bible that Sunday is the Day of Worship? What are the top three proofs used to prove from the Bible that Saturday is the Day of Worship? We’ll examine each and conclude who is right and why it matters. Our lives depend on knowing.

If I Knew When

Given by Ron Kelley
January 20, 2024

Imagine if you knew that the Church was going to be taken to the Place of Safety one month from today. What impact would that have on your life? What would you do during these next four weeks? This sermon outlines an action plan for the final month before departing for the Place of Safety.

To Be or Not to Be Content

Given by Tim Foster
January 13, 2024

Whether it’s being content in our labors, or content with what we have, or content with God’s will, we can do this by gratitude, by avoiding comparison, and not being sold by Satan’s world into being covetous.

Why Does God Say: “Fear Not”?

Given by Ron Kelley
January 6, 2024

We live in a dangerous world and face many frightening things. God’s people have always faced dangers and peril, but God repeatedly encourages us to “fear not”. In light of what we are facing in the future, how can we have the faith to “fear not”? We’ll look at a few examples of times God miraculously intervened to...

Trust in God and Stand in Awe

Given by Ron Kelley
December 30, 2023

Important lessons are contained in the lyrics of our hymns. One example is “Trust in God and Stand in Awe”. The sermon reviews the lyrics of this hymn and brings out the vital points we need to fulfill the message of this hymn – how to really trust God and stand in awe of how He is working in our lives...

Finally My Brethren

Given by Dave Myers
December 9, 2023

The famous composer, George Cohen, was thinking of his father's advice when he wrote his song "Always Leave them Laughing When You Say Goodbye." In this farewell message, we'll look at eight "Finally, my brethren" passages by the apostles as they wrote farewell thoughts to God's people.

The Responsibilities of an Ephesians 4 Church

Given by Ron Kelley
December 2, 2023

Ephesians 4 outlines the major responsibilities the Pastor and members have in order to insure the congregation will fulfill God’s directive of unity and peace in the Congregations. This will result in spiritual growth and strong congregations which will be the foundation upon which we will build for the future

God's Miracles in Our Lives

Given by Ron Kelley
November 18, 2023

God has worked in our lives in miraculous ways over the years to work out His purpose for us. This sermon tells the story of how God has worked in the lives of the Kelley’s to bring them to being the Pastor in Indianapolis and Cincinnati.

Elusive Unity

Given by Dave Myers
November 11, 2023

There are so many things in this life that aren't real but a large portion of the population believe that it is, like big foot. Unity is like that, in this message we will identify ways to capture this elusive and necessary characteristic.

Miriam - A Gift

Given by Dave Myers
November 4, 2023

There have been many wonderful strong female examples in the bible. This message is about someone who is not talked about directly but she plays an important role.