Sermons from the West Michigan congregation

One People, One Cause, One Bread

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
April 2, 2026

On this First Day of Unleavened Bread we are reminded that we've been called as One People, to One Cause, partaking of One Bread.

Remembering Our Roots!

West Michigan
Given by Bruce Rivers
March 21, 2026

A pre-Passover message focused on repentance. Think back to the time when you were called, when your mind was first opened to the truth and you understood the you needed to repent. Using that as a benchmark, consider how far you have come, where you are today, and the effort still needed to recognize and remove spiritual leaven from our...

The NOT Desperately Wicked Heart

West Michigan
Given by Stan Grabowski
March 21, 2026

When someone says "just follow your heart," we often default to Jeremiah 17:9 which says "The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked." So should we as Christians never trust our hearts? Or is there more to the subject? In this Bible study we'll take a look into the normal human heart versus the one...

First, Think Right, and Then Do Right

West Michigan
Given by Michael Hanisko
March 14, 2026

This sermon examines one of the 10 Commandments that focuses on thought more than behavior--the 10th Commandment. The upcoming spring Holy Day season reminds us that covetousness, wrong thinking that leads to wrong action, can be rooted out.

Who Is Sovereign?

West Michigan
Given by Stan Grabowski
March 7, 2026

Who is really in charge? Who has real authority? I is me, the individual? Is it a king or queen or emperor? Is it a nation or empire? Who is Sovereign? Does it rest with man's rulership or power? In this split sermon we'll go through the idea of sovereignty to find the real source of unlimited power and authority.

A Four-Point Checkup

West Michigan
Given by Chris Moen
February 28, 2026

The purpose of this message is to take you through a four-point spiritual health checkup - a spiritual examination checklist that we all need to help us prepare to renew the covenant we made at baptism as we participate in the annual Passover service.

The Sacrificial System

West Michigan
Given by Chris Leyden
February 21, 2026

In this Bible Study we'll go over the symbols and meanings in Leviticus 1-7 of the sacrificial system. Although the sacrifices of the Old Testament have been done away with due to Christ's perfect sacrifice, there is still much that we can learn from what is recorded of them in Leviticus.

Is The Bible Living in You?

West Michigan
Given by Michael Hanisko
February 14, 2026

In four essential points, this sermon answers the question “what does it mean to have the Bible living in me?”

Present Yourself a Living Sacrifice

West Michigan
Given by Chris Leyden
February 7, 2026

In Romans 12:1 Paul encourages us to present ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God, which is our reasonable service. What does this mean for us as modern day Christians? What does being a living sacrifice look like? We'll look to the old testament for answers.

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.