Sermons from the Cleveland, Ohio congregation

Intercessory Prayer

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
July 17, 2021

We’re told to take our requests to God and make them known. How effective are we in asking Him to help others?

A Thematic Look at the Sermon on the Mount

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
July 10, 2021

What did Jesus actually talk about in this famous sermon? Let’s look at the subjects He covered, and what we need to do about them!

Dominos, Fires And Trials

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
July 3, 2021

How do all those words in the title connect to each other? It depends on the trials and challenges you and I encounter in our lives. Some are “fiery trials” and some are more like “dominos falling.” What do we need to know about how to deal with all kinds?

We the People

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Matt Pavlik
June 26, 2021

Manhood and Fatherhood—Keeping It Real

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
June 19, 2021

Father’s Day only became completely official in this country in 1972, with a presidential proclamation and a signature. Mother’s Day goes all the way back to 1914! Why is it that godly qualities of true manhood and loving fatherhood are so challenging in our world?

A Pentecost Frame of Mind

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
June 12, 2021

Paul told Timothy he had access to power, love and a sound mind—through God’s Spirit. There are many ways to describe that spiritual help, but one thing’s for sure—we need it all year long, not just on one annual festival.

Choices

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
June 5, 2021

We all have choices to make every day of our lives. Do we give enough thought to how those choices shape our whole existence?

Delivered From Judgement

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Matt Pavlik
May 22, 2021

In Ezekiel, God names Danielas one of three men who could be delivered from His judgement on a corrupt and sinful nation. What was different about Daniel? What can we learn that may help us to be delivered from God's coming judgement on the world?

The Alien Invasion Changes You

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Hal Henderson
May 22, 2021

Split-Sermon A recurring theme in sci fi movies involves alien invaders that enter human bodies and brains, taking control of peoples' minds, promising good things will come from the “infection," but producing bizarre, murderous behavior — and mankind must resist, and will defeat, the aliens. Sounds like a counterfeit of the Holy Spirit, doesn’t it?

Pentecost, Old and New

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
May 16, 2021

The response we see from the ancient Israelites to hearing the 10 Commandments announced from Mt. Sinai (in Exodus 20) doesn’t look at all like the response of the repentant worshipers at the founding of the New Testament Church at Jerusalem (Acts 2)! What caused the big difference?

Back From Foundation Institute

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
April 24, 2021

What must our focus on God's purpose for us be? What will be the "history" of our service to Him?

No Turning Back

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Matt Pavlik
April 17, 2021

The decision to commit one's life to following God can only be made once. Failure to keep that commitment will cost a Christian everything. So, Why make it?

Fruits of the Holy Spirit: Elements of God’s Nature

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Hal Henderson
April 17, 2021

How do we become perfect (lacking nothing necessary to completeness), like our heavenly Father? Look at the fruits of the spirit! Scriptures show that each one is an element of the nature and character of God.