Sermons

1:04:38

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?

1:09:53

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.

1:06:21

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?

46:47

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?

42:45

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?

1:03:29

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?

1:08:05

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?

45:04

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?

41:54

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.

1:06:30

What’s Your “Exit Strategy?”

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
April 10, 2021

Do we have a definite plan on how to "depart from iniquity" (2 Timothy 2:19) after the 2021 Days of Unleavened Bread are history?

1:10:34

Joshua and the Conquest - Unleavened Lessons

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
April 3, 2021

Entry into the ancient Promised Land speaksto us for our future in God's Kingdom.

1:06:34

Who’s Rewiring Your Brain?

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
March 28, 2021

1st Day of Unleavened Bread Some recent studies into impacts and effects of the coronavirus pandemic indicate that our brains have been affected by it. Neural pathways can actually be modified—“rewired” by the difference in life patterns. The Days of Unleavened Bread are intended to change our normal patterns too! Whose plans are most prominent in the spiritual “rewiring” of our brain...

50:33

Not Enough: Now What?

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Matt Pavlik
March 27, 2021

God has a plan to take us from where we are, to where He wants us to be. Following that plan, and growing effectively, requires keeping the proper perspective on ourselves, on God, and on what He is doing.

1:16:10

Christ’s Last Week

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
March 20, 2021

The last week of the physical life of our Savior was filled with so many important events. A study of the gospel accounts gives a sobering perspective that helps us prepare for the Passover.

1:03:06

Focus on the Spring Feasts

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
March 13, 2021

Our world finds itself in turmoil, divided on so many issues. How can we make sure we’re so focused on God’s purposes and plans that we are able to “tune out” those distractions?