Sermons from the Salt Lake City, Utah congregation

Lessons from Esau & Jacob

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
August 22, 2026

One of primary lessons we learn from the lives of Esau and Jacob is that God is in charge. Our perceptions, opinions and efforts to manipulate our circumstances won't change the big picture outcomes God has planned. Are we short-sighted, like Esau, or do we value all that God is offering us?

Don't Be Deceived

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by Neil Hart
August 15, 2026

Christ warned us about false prophets who will deceive many - some able to do great signs and wonders. What can we do to ensure that we are not deceived? Are we learning to discern between good and evil? Are continuing in the things that we have learned from Scripture? Are building a relationship with God?

The Value of God's Grace

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
July 18, 2026

Even at a very early age, we see babies show an inclination to test boundaries and push limits in response to instruction. As Christians, we should be growing in our ability to overcome that natural inclination. In His mercy and love, God extends us grace - an undeserved gift. In exchange, our goal should be to obey His instructions as...

When a Letter Meant Everything

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
July 11, 2026

In this current age of the Church, Pastors may not be able to be present in every congregation every Sabbath. The same was certainly true in the 1st Century. The Epistles, letters sent from the Apostles to the various congregations, served as the primary means of communication to answer questions, address issues and provide encouragement.

Commit Now to the Upcoming Feast of Tabernacles

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
June 27, 2026

As forward-looking people, we likely have already made plans for the upcoming Feast of Tabernacles, including the site, accommodations, travel arrangements, etc. But have we also planned to commit to the Feast - to attend every service possible, to get involved, to serve, to meet people, to value the Feast for what it represents?

The Growth God Expects to See

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by Neil Hart
May 30, 2026

How does the Holy Spirit affect our daily lives? Are we following Paul's instruction in Eph 4:17 to abandon our former ways and, instead, to be renewed in the spirit of our minds - replacing old, fleshly habits with Godly thinking and actions? Gal 5:22 lists the fruit of God's spirit. Dig in to understand the characteristcs that God expects to see...

What is the Holy Spirit?

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
May 23, 2026

A careful review of the scriptures which reference the Holy Spirit reveals what it is...and what it is not. By better understanding the Greek and Hebrew words translated "holy spirit" and reviewing what it is that the holy spirit actually does and how it is described, we learn how we are supposed to use that power in...

Where is Your Treasure?

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
April 18, 2026

What is our relationship with money? What does God have to say about the subject? Is money really the root of all evil? What are true riches? There are biblical principles that guide how we should view and manage money and, more importantly, what we should priortize as our real treasure.

Delight in Understanding

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
April 11, 2026

In our world of fake news and social media outlets full of opinions, our focus must be to know the truth. To know truth, we must be familiar with God's words which takes effort and the understanding that comes from the holy spirit. This sermon provides four points to help us avoid being the fool in Proverbs 18:2 who has no...

Let There Be Light

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by Neil Hart
April 4, 2026

Jesus Christ said that He was the light of the world (John 8:12) and instructed us to walk in the light (Eph 5:8-9). Are we walking in the light? If so, it should be evident in our everyday actions. We are warned to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees - hypocrisy, legalism, political opportunism, and spritrual hardness. Instead, our lives...

Come Out of Egypt, and Stay out!

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
April 2, 2026

Beginning with Passover, we see the start of a new cycle of annual holy festivals that picture God's plan for mankind. The example of the Israelites coming out of Egypt teaches us about the origin and the meaning of the Days of Unleavened Bread. God uses leavening as a illustration to help us understand sin and how it can start...

Death of the Old Man

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
March 21, 2026

The Old Testament lists many bad behaviors that called for the death penalty - murder, idolatry, blasphemy, etc. Under the Old Covenant, sacrifices were required to atone for sins but, under the New Covenant, Christ came and lived without sin and was crucified to pay that debt for all mankind. As followers of Christ, we are instructed to be living...

Are We Converted?

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by Neil Hart
March 7, 2026

The events of 31 AD were essential in God's plan of salvation for mankind but we must still do our part. Christ instructed us to be converted - it's a process. Part of that process is to avoid being double-minded - to come out of this world. We must also be like little children and obey God's laws. Are we doing...

What is a True Christian? (Pt 1)

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
January 31, 2026

It is generally understood that the term "Christian" refers to those who follow the example of Christ - but do you know when and where that name originated? The Book of Acts and other New Testatment scriptures reveal not only the origin of that term but also the other names that were used to describe those who followed...

Remember The Sabbath

Grand Junction / Salt Lake City
Given by David Gatley
January 17, 2026

Creation Week included God's creation of the Sabbath, which preceded the Law given to Moses at Mt. Sinai. Jesus Christ, our perfect example, kept the Sabbath. He is the Lord of the Sabbath. And Isaiah 66 indicates that the Sabbath will be observed in the coming Millennium. Do we appreciate the Sabbath as the gift that God gave us? Do we...