Tagged: Grace

What is hell?

This sermon explores the reality of hell as the absence of God’s grace. Contrasting the “hell” of war with the eternal hell, the preacher argues that while human kindness exists on earth due to God’s presence, hell is a self-chosen exile where love and peace cannot exist.

Having what it takes to trust God

The sermon explores the reality of feeling overwhelmed by life’s burdens. Using Moses and Job as examples, it posits that while trials are inevitable, they are precisely calibrated by God. Because God is the “Architect” who designed our capacity, He provides the exact grace needed to endure every specific trial.

Passing the test of success

This sermon examines King Nebuchadnezzar’s cycle of success, pride, and divine humbling. Michael warns that success often breeds arrogance, leading to a “fall.” The congregation is urged to remain humble, acknowledge God as the source of all achievement, and use their influence to serve the poor and fight injustice.

Review of Romans

Brother Charles explores the Book of Romans, contrasting the struggle of the old nature with the “resurrection power” of the new life in Christ. He urges the congregation to transition from the condemnation of Romans 7 into the Spirit-led freedom of Romans 8, emphasizing that our identity is now defined by Christ.

Revelation of Love

This bilingual sermon explores the believer’s identity in Christ as sons, the bride, and the body. It emphasizes that salvation is a gift of grace, removing the fear of judgment. Lisa urges the congregation to embrace a personal revelation of God’s love and live in continuous assurance.

Our debt is paid

The sermon distills the Gospel into a message of radical security. By examining the Greek origins of chirographon and charizomai, Lisa asserts that Christ’s one-time sacrifice canceled all debt—past, present, and future. Believers are urged to live in awestruck wonder rather than the fear of losing salvation.

Water in the Wilderness

The sermon explores the “water in the wilderness” found in Acts 8. Using personal anecdotes of desert travel, Brother Tom encourages the faithful to stay on God’s path during dry seasons. He emphasizes that through Christ’s sacrifice, spiritual refreshment is a constant, free, and accessible reality for every believer.

Greatest need of the world?

The sermon posits that the 21st century’s turmoil is rooted in a lack of divine knowledge. Using Zacchaeus and other biblical figures, Brother Babgen illustrates that seeking Jesus triggers a transformation from “wolf to shepherd.” Ultimately, God’s sufficient grace provides the healing and peace that the world desperately seeks.

Knowing God through the fire of failure

Brother Tom explores John 21, illustrating how Jesus meets us in the “fire of failure.” Using Peter’s restoration, he demonstrates that God’s grace is generous and hospitable. He calls the congregation to move past shame, accept Christ’s commission, and trust in His overwhelming kindness to lead the Church.

Life and Love

The sermon explores the theme of Jesus as the “Author of Life” through the lens of Acts 3. It contrasts the material “beauty” of the world with the spiritual beauty of a life healed by Christ, calling for sincere repentance to receive God’s forgiveness and refreshing.

Finding grace

The sermon explores the theme of “Survival” through the lens of Jeremiah 31. Using historical examples of Armenian resilience and cinematic parallels, the preacher argues that God’s grace is found only by those who radically flee sin and endure the spiritual wilderness to meet the everlasting love of Christ.

God’s attitude to us

The sermon explores the transformative power of understanding God’s Agape love. By contrasting a frightening childhood caricature of God with the compassionate Father described in Jeremiah 31, Brother Edward encourages believers to adopt a mindset of being “beloved,” which leads to a victorious and revolutionized spiritual life.