Sermons from 2025 (Page 2)
“Being nice”: A Pretty Lie in Church Clothes
We’ve crafted a comfort-Christianity that treats hatred as a failure of discipleship—but it’s actually the proof of it. Revelation 3:15-21 “I know all the things you do, that you are neither hot nor cold. I wish that you were one or the other! But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor…
Are We Charlie?
Our nation’s problem is not political, it’s spiritual. Ephesians 6:12 – For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
The Power & Priorities of God’s Word
Christians need the power of God’s word. Matthew 4:4 – Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
The Power of Openness with God
Being open with God about your negative feelings helps you have power over them. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
The Altar of Surrender – The Knife and the Ram
Control hardens you; Surrender softens you. Genesis 22:1-18
Paul was Thankful for Suffering
You can’t learn contentment without affliction. Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
United By Faith To The Suffering Of Christ
You are united by faith to a resurrected Christ who shares everything with you, even his suffering. Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death,
The Power of Praise
Praising God makes both Him and you happy! Psalm 103:2 – Let all that I am praise the LORD; may I never forget the good things he does for me.
When Peace is Impossible
God doesn’t give peace by meeting our demands. Rather, He gives peace through our surrender. Philippians 4:6–7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but ineverything, by prayer and petition, withthanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends allunderstanding, will guard your hearts andminds in Christ Jesus.”