Sermons from the Grand Junction, Colorado congregation

Lead Us Not Into Temptation

Given by David Gatley
April 19, 2025

James 1:13-14 tells us that God does not tempt us but that we are tempted by our own desires. And the model prayer in Matthew 6 tells us to pray for God's help to avoid temptation. What additional steps can we take to steer clear of temptation and sin?

Living by Sincerity & Truth Throughout the Year

Given by Neil Hart
April 19, 2025

According to Romans 8:28, we are called according to God's purpose. What is His purpose for us? Rev 5:8 reveals that we are to be kings and priests - but how do we get there from here? It all begins with the meaning of the Days of Unleavened Bread - learning to live in sincerity and truth.

Bread of Life

Given by David Gatley
April 13, 2025

With the ultimate goal of I Cor 15:50-53 in mind, to be changed from mortal to immortal, we must first understand the importance of the starting point - Christ's sacrifice. He is the bread of life that spiritually sustains us. The Feast of Unleavened Bread reminds us of our responsibility to not only purge out sin from our lives but...

Measuring My Life by 1 John 1:5-10

Given by Neil Hart
March 29, 2025

Using I John 1:5-10 as a guide, we see ask ourselves important questions to see if we are walking in the light and following Christ as we should be.

Jesus Christ from the Beginning

Given by David Gatley
March 15, 2025

Who is Jesus Christ? He is the key to our salvation, so it important to understand who He is. Was He created as some mistakenly think? Where did He come from and what was His family life like?

Our God is an Awesome God

Given by David Gatley
March 1, 2025

The wonders of creation help us to understand that our God is an awesome God and He has called us to be part of His family.

Repentance

Given by Neil Hart
February 15, 2025

What is real repentance? We know that it is more than just being sorry, but how does it feel? How do we obtain it and how do I know if I've properly repented? What does repentance produce?

Don't Be A Shimei

Given by David Gatley
February 8, 2025

From Shimei's example of harassing and hurling accusations at King David, we can learn to be careful to get all the facts and avoid false accusations.

Change Your Life

Given by David Gatley
February 1, 2025

Using the example of a famous person who experienced a dramatic change in life, we are encouraged to examine our lives in order to find areas that need change, both physically and, more importantly, spiritually.

The Truth About Karma

Given by David Gatley
January 18, 2025

Belief in karma has become widely accepted and may even creep into our language - but should we believe in karma?

Reliable AND Reliant

Given by David Gatley
January 11, 2025

Are you a reliable person? The example of King Hezekiah shows us that we should be a reliable person who can act confidently and perform well, but his three prayers are recorded so that we also learn to be reliant on God.

The How - Coming Out of Society

Given by Neil Hart
January 4, 2025

In our effort to live according to God's way and not the way of man, we must eliminate hypocrisy from our lives. How do we do that? First, we must understand that the antidote for hypocrisy is humility; then, we must apply understanding and patience, allow the past to stay in the past and exercise Godly love.