Sermons from the West Michigan congregation

Self-Righteousness: What Does it Look Like?

Given by Chris Moen
April 5, 2025

Could the weakness of the Laodicean brethren have included the sin of self-righteousness? What are some characteristics of self-righteousness? This sermon shares four observations of what self-righteousness looks like, and the remedy for it.

What's Wrong with Being a Sheep?

Given by Stan Grabowski
March 29, 2025

"Don't be a sheep!" This is often used as an insult in the world today. Saying someone is a sheep indicates they are weak followers. Mindless. But aren't we called to be sheep? How does the Bible look at being a sheep? As Christians, we should be sheep and also work to become proper shepherds.

Created in the Image and Likeness of God

Given by Chris Leyden
March 29, 2025

Deep dive into Genesis 1:26. Considering what it means to be created in the image and likeness of God and what that means for us as we prepare for the Passover.

Passover Perspectives

Given by Chris Moen
March 22, 2025

This sermon looks at four pre-Passover perspectives. We consider a time to reflect on the meaning of the ceremony, how humility is key in preparation, the exercise of searching out our personal weaknesses, and the practice of judging ourselves in view of Christ's perfect character. This message is about annually renewing the covenant we made at baptism.

The Debtors' Prison

Given by Chris Moen
March 15, 2025

A Biblical principle on forgiveness that comes into particular focus as we near Passover each year. We explore the parable of the king who cancelled a large debt owed him (Matthew 18:23). The keynote verse is "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you" (Matthew 6:14).

The Ark of the Covenant-Its Heritage and Mysteries

Given by Chris Moen
March 15, 2025

In this Bible Study, we will look at some of the history and symbolism of the Ark of The Covenant. It had various names including The Ark of the Covenant of the LORD. It was central to religious life in Ancient Israel.

Bring Every Thought Into Captivity

Given by Michael Hanisko
March 8, 2025

What does it mean to be pure in heart? A pre-Passover sermon.

Who Do Men Say That I Am?

Given by Chris Moen
February 22, 2025

Five proofs, mostly from the Books of John of who Jesus Christ was--that He was more than a mere man when he walked the earth, and that He is the same yesterday, today and forever. A pre-Passover sermon.

Christ's Abiding Promises

Given by Chris Moen
February 22, 2025

In this Bible study we explore a series of interconnected promises Christ shared with His disciples during His last Passover with them. Emphasis is placed on John 14:2 "In My Father's house are many mansions..."

How Near is God to You?

Given by Chris Moen
February 1, 2025

In this sermon, from God’s own word, He promises that He can come nearer to us than we can probably imagine, and how He can always stay near us if we seek Him. It’s a message about having faith in times of uncertainty.