Sermons from the Cleveland, Ohio congregation

Where Does Our Hope Lie?

Given by Doug Johnson
September 13, 2025

When tragedies, brutal acts of violence or times when sanity itself seems to have vanished from the world surround us, what do we as Christians do? With the gift of God’s spirit, is it clear to us where we turn for hope? If not, why not? God’s word is very clear: only He can open human eyes to His understanding. Do ...

Our Spiritual Citizenship: How we should conduct ourselves in times of tragedy?

Given by Gabe Ellis
September 13, 2025

We live in a time when brutal acts of violence circulate the media in moments from thousands of different points of view. When tragedy strikes, how should we respond as Christians? What is our duty as future citizens in the family of God? During these distressing times, we need to have specific scriptures we turn to that ground us in...

Annual Festivals—A Fundamental Difference

Given by Doug Johnson
September 6, 2025

One of the 20 “Fundamental Beliefs” of the Church of God, a Worldwide Association (#13) is our belief that the annual festivals given to ancient Israel are still commanded observances for those called by God. Yet most in our world who identify themselves as Christians don’t keep them. Few could even name them, and virtually none know what they mean. Why is that,...

The Seven “Cs” of Character

Given by Doug Johnson
August 30, 2025

The word “character” never appears in the Bible (in the Authorized Version). But the topic is everywhere! Beginning our study with the admonition to “Let this mind be in you…” (Philippians 2:5), let’s look at seven characteristics of character that all start with the letter “C.”

For You See Your Calling, Brethren

Given by Doug Johnson
August 23, 2025

Those words introduce a familiar passage from Chapter One of Paul’s first letter to the Christians in Corinth. As written, those memorable words are a simple statement of fact. But how might it help our personal Bible study, prayer and meditation if we reworked them into a question we ask ourselves?

How Goes the Battle?

Given by Doug Johnson
August 9, 2025

Being a servant of God, imitating the example of Jesus Christ, is a challenge in our world. The apostle Paul made comparisons to running races, and even to fighting against evil in his first letter to the Corinthians. How’s that battle going in your life?

Spiritual Shipwrecks

Given by Bill Johnson
July 26, 2025

We will have shipwrecks in our lives. They come in many forms. As Christians we need to trust in God and the Power of God to guide us through the Waters in life. Using the Metaphor of our spiritual life as a ship traveling in the sea of life. Some ships follow the course - for us that would be...

Circles and Cycles of Life

Given by Doug Johnson
July 12, 2025

A modern popular animated film has a song about the “circle of life.” We all know that human lives have what we could call a “Cycle of Life.” But that’s all on the physical level, whether animal or human. Is there a spiritual “Cycle of Life” that doesn’t lead to the end of life? If so, wouldn’t that truly be a cycle ...

A Heart Loyal to God

Given by Gabe Ellis
July 12, 2025

There is an overlooked character quality in the bible often used in relation to the kings. No surprise, God expects us to develop this quality in preparation to be effective kings in His Kingdom.

The True Source of Our National Blessings

Given by Doug Johnson
July 5, 2025

Why has this nation seemingly been given such astonishing wealth, favor and blessings? Is it due to our own "exceptionalism?" Is it because the "Founding Fathers" of the United States looked to God for daily guidance in their lives, seeking His will? Or is it something else altogether? Could it be because God made faithful promises...

The Deep Things of God

Given by Matt Pavlik
June 28, 2025

The Bible says that there are mysteries that can only be understood with the help of the Holy Spirit. It's possible to study and understand them, but only if we understand what the real mysteries are. What are "the deep things of God?"

Three Levels of Obedience

Given by Doug Johnson
March 8, 2025

Why do we humans do what we do? What motivates us to respond to guidance we’re given, or reject it? Some studies seem to back up some biblical principles: It appears human obedience often results from three different “directions.” Either we follow instruction from compliance (accepting and then acting on it), from identification (others we like are doing it, so we...

Your Life - What's the Plan?

Given by Doug Johnson
November 9, 2024

The fall festivals point us to the millennial reign of Jesus Christ and the saints. They move on past that time to show God's eventual purpose for all humans who've ever lived. Do you know where you fit in all that?

By This All Shall Know

Given by Doug Johnson
October 5, 2024

In John 13:35, Jesus identified the most direct and straightforward way people around us can know Who and what we stand for. Do you know what it is, and how to practice it?

Jesus Christ Has “Unfinished Business”

Given by Doug Johnson
September 28, 2024

Have you ever had a long-term goal tht you finally accomplished? Did that give great satisfaction and a sense of time well spent? Have you ever thought that Jesus Christ Himself has "unfinished business" that will necessitate His coming to this earth a second time?