Sermons from the West Michigan congregation

The Math of Reconciliation and Atonement

Given by Stan Grabowski
October 2, 2025

In this split sermon, we’ll explore the “math” of reconciliation and atonement: what needs to be subtracted, what needs to be added, and how we can stay aligned with God’s side of the equation.

The Great Cleansing

Given by Chris Moen
October 2, 2025

This split sermon will look at two of the themes of the Day of Atonement--two sources and two solutions. One will be the removal of the very source of evil and another in removing the spiritual shroud that has covered humanity since the Garden.

The Trumpet Call to Action

Given by Chris Moen
September 23, 2025

This sermon covers the meaning of the day of Trumpets. Four points will cover how this day pictures a time of warning, a time of hope, a time of watchfulness and a reminder of the upcoming resurrection to eternal life.

Are We Ready?

Given by Bruce Rivers
September 23, 2025

The purpose of this message is to remind us the Feast of Trumpets draws our attention to where our focus needs to be right now today. Preparing ourselves for Christ's return and setting an example for others to follow.

Israel's Amazing Future

Given by Chris Moen
September 20, 2025

In part-3 of a series on "Jacob's Coming Test," this 35 min. Bible study touches on Israel's return from being scattered into all nations. At the start of the Millennium God will begin to pour out amazing blessings as the modern descendants of Jacob come back to true worship with humble hearts. The world will see and want to...

The Prayer for Healing

Given by Chris Moen
September 6, 2025

This split sermon will explain five typical elements in the prayer for healing during an anointing. These should help us understand what God wants from us, and also what God said He would do for us in His promise of divine healing.

Focus on the Word

Given by Bruce Rivers
August 30, 2025

This message reviews the unique nature and importance of the infallible word of God. It is God inspired and the only source of absolute truth and the standard we must build our lives on.

Escaping the Escape Room / Seeking First the Kingdom

Given by Chris Leyden
August 30, 2025

This message explores the similarities between escaping an escape room to that of seeking first the kingdom, the theme for this years COGWA Youth Camps.

Is This the Only Day?

Given by Chris Moen
August 23, 2025

This sermon explores the unique belief of the Church of God, from what the Bible clearly shows, that this is not the only day of salvation for vast numbers of people.

Are You a Living Sacrifice?

Given by Chris Moen
August 16, 2025

This sermon covers the concept of what it means to be a living sacrifice. Three broad areas from Scripture show us what is pleasing to God.

Where is Israel Today? Part 2 - Jacob's Coming Test

Given by Chris Moen
August 16, 2025

Jacob's coming test is about the time of Jacob's trouble if the current combined populations of the descendants of Ephraim and Manasseh (490 million) do not undergo a large-scale turnaround from their decline into sin. The message of warning and hope will continue to urge these nations to repent. God predicts the outcomes when they won't change, and a flashpoint is...

Five Signs of a Healthy Family

Given by Chris Moen
August 2, 2025

The term dysfunctional family has become very prevalent in modern psychological jargon, but with God’s instructions we make sure we are striving to have functional families. Based on Eph. 5:22 – 6:4, Rom. 12:9-13 Paul speaks broadly to how to meet the emotional needs of our family members and other loved ones, for healthy, fulfilling relationships. There are points drawn from the bes...

The Best Time to Plant

Given by Chris Moen
July 26, 2025

Prophecy points to difficult times ahead for the Israel of the Bible due to her mounting sins. In the midst of national decline, this message focuses on God's words of hope and a continuation of planning for our futures in the current society we live in.

Where is Israel Today? Part 1

Given by Chris Moen
July 19, 2025

In this Bible study, we'll explore some of the prophecies surrounding the "house of Israel" in today's world, and why these prophecies are so important to know.

When God Calls

Given by Bruce Rivers
July 19, 2025

This sermon looks at the different ways God interacted with those individuals He chose to work with in Old Testament times and contrasts that with the way He interacts with those He calls today. The emphasis is on the need to respond to that interaction. This encourages us to appreciate the blessing of our calling.