Sermons from the Cleveland, Ohio congregation

A Season for Renewal

Given by Doug Johnson
April 2, 2022

We often imagine Passover as signifying a renewal of our commitment to being a disciple of Jesus Christ. Here's a wider challenge-to view the entire spring festival season as a time of renewed dedication to our calling on multiple levels. Can we do that?

Addition or Subtraction: Salvation and Service

Given by Matt Pavlik
March 26, 2022

Addition or Subtraction: Salvation and Service

Coming Soon – A Season of Hope!

Given by Doug Johnson
March 19, 2022

God’s spring festival season is almost here. If there’s one central theme shown in the meaning of the Passover and Days of Unleavened Bread, it is hope. How our world needs it, and how we appreciate it!

The Passover Surrender

Given by Doug Johnson
March 12, 2022

The word "surrender" has several definitions. How does it affect God's people, as we approach the Passover once again, remembering our repentance, coversion and yielding our lives to God? What does it mean in the daily life of a disciple of Jesus Christ?

Which World Is "Our World" In Times of Crisis?

Given by Doug Johnson
March 5, 2022

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has destablized our world in a number of ways. What has it done to our solidity as disciples of Jesus Christ? Which "world" is yours...and mine?

The Olivet Prophecy — What We Need to Know

Given by Hal Henderson
February 26, 2022

The Olivet Prophecy is one of the most significant bible prophecies of end-time events. The disciples had asked Jesus crucial “when” and “what will be the sign of your coming” questions. But in His answers, Jesus put more emphasis on what his disciples (including us) *need* to know than on what the disciples wanted to know.

Beatitudes of Revelation?

Given by Doug Johnson
February 19, 2022

Seven times in the book of Revelation a statement begins with "blessed is..." What "blessed" messages are unique to this prophecy of the future?

Focus on the Truth

Given by Doug Johnson
February 12, 2022

How important is "the truth" to us? The entire core of what we call "the faith?" How do we make sure our commitment is solid?

Revelation and the Seven "No Mores"

Given by Doug Johnson
February 5, 2022

What will the world of the "new heavens and new earth" look like? We are given only a glimpse in the last two chapters of the Bible. But the seven "no mores" in Revelation 21 and 22 us a very intriguing look at that very different kind of existence.

Making Wise Decisions

Given by Doug Johnson
January 22, 2022

Why do so many people in our world make decisions they come to regret, and wish they could later change? Are thre principles they're missing? How, and where, do we find the wisdom and guiding principles to make *wise* and *righteous* and *effective* decisions?