Sermons from the St. Petersburg, Florida congregation

Good Works, Prayer & Fasting

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Mike Wille
April 18, 2026

In the Sermon on the Mount Christ gave us instruction on many areas of our lives. Three key areas found in Matthew 6 are discussed in this message; the importance of continuing in good works and a guide for us on how to pray and fast.

Put Away the Evil

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Mitchel Sinon
April 18, 2026

As we move forward from the Spring Holy Days, we must continue to keep sin out of our lives. The book of Deuteronomy lists several evil things that we are to put away. This message will discuss these things and show the spiritual application in our lives today.

Time

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Tom Kosharek
April 11, 2026

The book of Psalms teaches us to number our days. We need to do this because time is precious. With the time we have, we need to ask what would God have us do. This message will discuss some of the ways we should use the days we have to be ready for Christ's return.

Our Response to God's Faithfulness

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Jeff Peterson
April 11, 2026

God is loyal to His covenant, His plan and to His people. Because of this level of faithfulness toward us, we need to respond by showing our loyalty to Him and His way.

On the Far Shore

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
April 8, 2026

This sermon looks at the parallels between ancient Israel as they stood on the far shore of the Red Sea after witnessing God's mighty power, and the First Fruits who will stand with the Lamb on Mount Zion mentioned in Revelation 14.

Sin, Love & the Commandments

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Jim McTiernan
April 8, 2026

The Apostle John in his first epistle gave us direction on where we should go now that the Days of Unleavened Bread have ended. John writes of our attitude towards sin, and the love we need to have for God and each other spelled out in God's commandments.

The First of the Firstfruits

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Mike McTiernan
April 4, 2026

Jesus Christ is referred to at the First of the Firstfruits, the Forerunner and the Firstborn from the dead. This message will look at the similarities between Christ and the rest of the firstfruits who follow Him, and how Christ's life in the flesh plotted out the course they must run.

Freedom

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
April 2, 2026

The First Day of Unleavened Bread is not simply a celebration of what God has removed, it is instruction about what must follow deliverance. Leaving bondage and learning to live free are not the same thing. This Holy Day shows us three fundamental truths about spiritual freedom.

Passover Symbols

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
March 28, 2026

The footwashing, bread, and wine are more than just rituals. All three, in there order, have great spiritual significance that should be contemplated prior to taking the Passover.

Repent, the End is Near

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Mike Wille
March 21, 2026

Christ preached repentance. Because we do not know when He will return nor when our time is up, we need to be practicing examination and repentance throughout our Christian walk. Repentance will take humility, being in constant contact with God through prayer, and never giving up.

Faith is Built Before the Room is Watching

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
March 14, 2026

Amos prophesied of a future famine of the word of God. A time like this will require faith to endure. As Christians we must remember that faith is something that is built before it is required, and that our faith, even if genuine can be fragile. We must grow in faith throughout our lives to endure when it is tested...

Lessons in Removing Leaven

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
February 28, 2026

We are commanded to remove and abstain from leaven products from our homes during the Days of Unleavened Bread. This physical requirement holds many spiritual lessons that hold great importance to us regarding removing the sin that can easily hide and expand in our lives.

Four Way Test

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Don Ballo
February 21, 2026

Spiritual lessons are discussed using the Rotary Club's ethical guide called the Four Way Test. Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Lessons from Gehazi

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Chuck Sinon
February 14, 2026

Gehazi was a servant close to Elisha, the man of God, but his story shows that one who witnesses God's authority does not mean they will submit to it. We also learn from Gehazi that the sin that is hidden is often the sin that can spread, and that a sin that is not dealt with will lead to more...

He Who Has Ears, Let Him Hear

St. Petersburg, Florida
Given by Jim McTiernan
January 31, 2026

Six times it is recorded that Christ used the phrase "He Who Has Ears, Let Him Hear." Christ's teachings surrounding these phrases were used to directly give His disciples encouragement and to understand key aspects to the plan of God.