Sermons from the West Michigan congregation

What Baptism Is and What It Isn’t

West Michigan
Given by Ian Neal
January 31, 2026

What is baptism? Is it a milestone in life, or the starting point of our Christian journey? This sermon details what baptism is, what it is not, and why reflecting on the baptismal covenant is important for both the baptized and the unbaptized.

Understanding the 70 Weeks Prophecy

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
January 17, 2026

Daniel 9:24-27 is a detailed and complex prophecy often called "The 70 Weeks Prophecy. This Bible study breaks down the four verses in how they accurately dated the first coming of the Messiah and the opening of the New Covenant. Then, the prophecy points to events that will occur leading up to Christ's return.

Don't Underestimate What's Come Before

West Michigan
Given by Stan Grabowski
January 17, 2026

How do we evaluate people or situations in life? Do we look at a humble outcome and not understand the underworkings? Do we jump to conclusions? We'll look through several people's stories in Bible in this sermon. The Widow and her "widow's mite", Job, and the blind man from birth. How are their stories intertwined? What built up...

Nurturing a Biblical Work Ethic

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
January 10, 2026

How do we nurture a strong work ethic in our children, which will be pleasing to God? The world is filled with mediocrity, and so the opportunities to excel are great. Here are five "incentives" or "rewards" that accompany honest labor to help our young people find joy and meaning in hard work done well.

So Now You're a Spirit Judge!

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
December 20, 2025

Say you have been given a position as a spirit-judge in the millennial government under Jesus Christ, and the civil statutes and judgments in the books of the law are to be your guide for the next thousand years. How will you judge the nations?

Being Rich Toward God

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
December 20, 2025

Is there a proper relationship between God and money and you and me? What is this delicate balance in life that God wants us to live by to avoid much grief? This sermon will discuss the good management and stewardship of wealth.

The Real Reasons Christ Came to Earth

West Michigan
Given by Michael Hanisko
December 13, 2025

At this time of the year, when so many are celebrating a holiday that pictures a false Jesus Christ, and understands very little of his real reasons for coming to Earth, let's consider some real reasons why Christ came.

Treasure in Jars of Clay

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
December 6, 2025

This split sermon will expound on what what we can learn from Paul's statement about having treasure in a jar of clay. What is the clay jar analogy? What is the treasure? What can this verse teach us today?

Who Can Repent?

West Michigan
Given by Ian Neal
December 6, 2025

This split sermon explores how repentance works, who is capable of repenting, and why it is important for us to understand how repentance works for all of mankind, even those not in God’s church.

Predestination

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
November 15, 2025

Does the Bible teach that our eternal fate has been predetermined - either to be granted eternal life or to be thrown into the lake of fire? It is a belief taught by several large Christian denominations that predestination is a real part of God's plan of salvation, but a careful study of the Bible shows it is not the...

Our Wellness to God's Glory

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
November 15, 2025

This sermon will cover five basic points for a balanced approach to healthful and nutritious living gleaning notes from a few conservative sources and comparing scriptures from God's word.

Satan's Deep Fakes

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
November 1, 2025

In this split sermon, God gives us a glimpse behind the scenes into the spirit dimension. We’ll see in this story one of Satan’s many tactics to deceive.

Hope Must Endure

West Michigan
Given by Bruce Rivers
November 1, 2025

Rembering the Feast and the importance of keeping hope alive. Focusing on preparing for our role in the kingdom.

The New Testament Baptism

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
October 25, 2025

This Bible study addresses what Jesus meant when He said "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God” (John 3:5). We’ll see that Christ Himself commanded this outward water baptism ceremony to demonstrate of our life-long commitment.

What Did God Have in Mind?

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
October 25, 2025

This sermon addresses the spiritual care and feeding of the human mind in preparation for ETERNITY. Five ingredients help maintain a healthy mind, for the purpose that God intended.