Jeremy Utley - Resolutions: A Dangerous Detour from the Highway of Holiness

Jeremy Utley · Jul 3, 2023 · 29m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Preserving The Church As Precious

Jeremy Utley · Jul 5, 2016 · 16m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - A Heart Like Hanani

Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2017 · 17m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Love, The Perfect Bond Of Unity

Jeremy Utley · Apr 19, 2017 · 17m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - What Prevents Me from Enjoying the Fullness of the Holy Spirit?

Jeremy Utley · Feb 24, 2021 · 11m · NCCF Church

God is eager to give the Holy Spirit, as demonstrated by Jesus's initiative with the woman at the well. However, James 4:5 reveals that God jealously desires our hearts, meaning we must empty ourselves of other loves and idols for Him to fill us. We must be ready to welcome the 'whip-bearer'—the necessary confrontation—when God calls us to surrender our whole hearts to Him.

Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:23

Jeremy Utley · May 3, 2015 · 4m 3s · NCCF Church

God desires that believers become holy, blameless, and beyond reproach, and the path to this involves continuing in faith and not being moved from hope. The speaker emphasizes that these concepts are not abstract but require active, persistent effort, comparing this necessary persistence to a child unrelentingly asking for what they want. True dependence on God means being helplessly persistent until He acts, trusting in His good will.

Jeremy Utley - Longing for the Holy Spirit

Jeremy Utley · Oct 21, 2020 · 13m · NCCF Church

The central message is the urgent need to desire and receive the Holy Spirit, mirroring Jesus' passion to give it. The speaker draws parallels from Luke 12:50 and John 20, arguing that relying on Jesus' physical presence is insufficient; instead, one must embrace the Spirit's empowering presence. Practically, this means actively choosing to be filled with the Holy Spirit, viewing it as a superior alternative to worldly distractions.

Jeremy Utley - Take God’s Discipline Seriously

Jeremy Utley · May 22, 2023 · 23m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Come Boldly Through Christ in Prayer

Jeremy Utley · Sep 8, 2021 · 14m · NCCF Church

The speaker analyzes Mark 10, focusing on the disciples' request to sit at Jesus' right and left in glory. He argues that instead of focusing on status, the true desire should be nearness to Christ, as exemplified by the rich young ruler's initial desire for eternal life. Jesus counters the ambition for exaltation by teaching that true greatness lies in servant-heartedness, pointing to himself as the ultimate servant.

Jeremy Utley - Don't Despise the Holy Spirit's Anointing on Others

Jeremy Utley · Aug 12, 2020 · 14m · NCCF Church

The speaker cautions against developing a jealous or critical heart when witnessing the ministry or spiritual gifts of others. Drawing parallels from Jesus's hometown reception and the disciples' reaction to miracles, he emphasizes that believers must receive God's word and the works of others' lives as if it came directly from the Lord. Ultimately, the message urges believers to prioritize seeking the approval of God over seeking the notice or praise of men.

Jeremy Utley - Guarding Your Faith Against False Teachers

Jeremy Utley · Mar 3, 2026 · 6m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley emphasizes the critical importance of guarding against false teachers who deny that Jesus Christ came in the flesh, using 2 John as a foundation. He explains that Jesus's physical incarnation is essential because it makes him a true example and forerunner—demonstrating that we can follow his teachings and live victoriously through the Holy Spirit's power. Utley encourages believers to embrace the high standard of discipleship taught in Scripture, trusting that God will enable us to meet it through faith in Christ.

Jeremy Utley - How Can I Know I'm a Christian?

Jeremy Utley · Feb 10, 2025 · 28m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley explores how to know if you're a Christian, moving beyond mere intellectual knowledge of the gospel to genuine spiritual rebirth. He uses a quiz format to illustrate that while understanding core truths—that sin has the consequence of death, Jesus paid the price through his sinless life and resurrection, and we can do nothing to deserve heaven—is important, demons themselves possess this knowledge. True salvation requires being born again by the Holy Spirit (John 3:5) and having the Holy Spirit testify to our spirits that we are children of God (Romans 8:16).

Jeremy Utley - Faith For More Than Miracles

Jeremy Utley · Feb 27, 2020 · 29m · NCCF Church

True faith that pleases God is not merely the kind that enables miracles or the belief in Jesus' power, but rather a faith that leads to repentance and a willingness to overcome sin. The speaker contrasts 'hot faith' (which includes repentance) with 'lukewarm faith' (which only seeks miracles or adherence to rules). Ultimately, pleasing God requires a deep commitment to change and obedience, as exemplified by the rich young ruler who could not overcome his attachment to money.

Jeremy Utley - Expecting Conviction, Rejecting Condemnation

Jeremy Utley · Jan 17, 2020 · 24m · NCCF Church

The sermon discusses the 'narrow way' of Christian living, emphasizing that one must guard against dangers on both sides: worldliness and spiritual complacency. The speaker warns that while ignoring sin is dangerous, so is falling into the trap of condemnation—feeling bad about being convicted. True spiritual progress requires embracing conviction from the Holy Spirit, understanding that this process is not linear, and combating fears of God's final judgment by relying on the abundant forgiveness found in Scripture.

Jeremy Utley - Obey Without Delay

Jeremy Utley · Jan 19, 2017 · 11m · NCCF Church

The central message is the urgent need for immediate obedience to God's commands, emphasizing that delay is dangerous. Drawing from the Israelites' grumbling in the wilderness, the speaker warns against postponing obedience, noting that conviction from the Holy Spirit requires an immediate response. True obedience involves actively filling the void left by sin or wrong attitudes with positive action, rather than just eliminating the negative behavior.

Jeremy Utley - Comfort In The Midst Of Conviction

Jeremy Utley · Dec 2, 2018 · 23m · NCCF Church

The speaker shares how the Lord comforted him during a period of deep conviction, drawing parallels from Ezekiel 16 and Ezekiel 43. He emphasizes that a key mark of entering the new covenant is a sense of shame regarding one's iniquities. Furthermore, he points to 2 Corinthians 7, noting that God's desire is not merely sorrow, but rather that sorrow leads to radical repentance, which prevents spiritual loss.

Jeremy Utley - He Will Baptize You With Fire

Jeremy Utley · Feb 9, 2017 · 16m · NCCF Church

The speaker interprets Matthew 3:11's promise that Jesus will baptize with the Holy Spirit and Fire, focusing on the fire as a purifying element. He explains that this purifying fire comes through trials and difficulties, which God uses to remove impurities and make believers more like Christ. Therefore, believers should not be surprised by hardship, viewing it instead as a fulfillment of God's promise to refine them.

Jeremy Utley - God is worthy of our praise

Jeremy Utley · Jan 1, 2015 · 17m · NCCF Church

The speaker emphasizes that human words and minds are inadequate to fully describe God's goodness or greatness. He draws from Psalm 145 and Revelation to show that God's worthiness of praise stems from His incomprehensible nature and His creative power, which sustains all life. Furthermore, the speaker points to the Lamb, Jesus, as worthy of praise because of His humility.

Jeremy Utley - The Mountain Top Won't Vaccinate the Flesh

Jeremy Utley · Mar 24, 2021 · 15m · NCCF Church

The central message warns against relying on 'mountaintop experiences' or special spiritual moments as a substitute for consistent holiness and vigilance against the flesh. Using examples from Nadab and Abihu, the Last Supper, and the disciples' failure, the speaker emphasizes that believers must maintain a warrior's mindset and remain continually accountable to God, even after profound spiritual encounters.

Jeremy Utley - The Wonder Of Life With Jesus

Jeremy Utley · Jan 31, 2016 · 10m · NCCF Church

The central message is that a life with Jesus should be characterized by a constant sense of wonder and amazement, which should now be focused on what God is doing in and through the Church by the power of the Holy Spirit. The speaker suggests that this amazement should extend beyond outward miracles to include inward spiritual realities, such as the revelation of God's love, freedom from sin's power, the ability to partake of divine nature, and growing unity within the church.

Jeremy Utley - The Snare of Honor-Seeking in the Church

Jeremy Utley · Nov 8, 2021 · 21m · NCCF Church

The central message warns against the danger of seeking or receiving glory from other people, arguing that this desire acts as a barrier to true faith. Drawing parallels from John 5 and Judges 7, the speaker emphasizes that true faith requires seeking glory only from the one and only God, as any acknowledgment of human appreciation can lead to spiritual downfall.

Jeremy Utley - Short Circuit The Sin Cycle

Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2015 · 11m · NCCF Church

The sermon uses the example of Israel's tendency to reclaim what God has given, contrasting it with Joseph's initial success, to warn believers about complacency. The central message is the need for constant vigilance against the flesh's tendency to rebuild or reclaim areas surrendered to God, even after spiritual progress. The speaker emphasizes that sanctification is an ongoing process requiring diligence to guard against old habits regaining power.

Jeremy Utley - Beholding and Mourning the Slain Lamb

Jeremy Utley · Feb 15, 2021 · 26m · NCCF Church

The speaker discusses the concept of 'mourning' as a vital component of the disciple's journey toward abundant life, drawing from Jesus' words to the mourning. He contrasts mere 'life' (forgiveness) with 'abundant life,' which signifies a deep, Spirit-filled reality characterized by freedom from fear and bitterness. True commitment to this abundant life is measured by one's passion for entering into it, which can be assessed by one's attitude toward conviction of sin.

Jeremy Utley - Repentance without Regret

Jeremy Utley · Jul 19, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church

The sermon explores the concept of 'repentance without regret,' drawing from 2 Corinthians 7, which teaches that sorrow according to God's will produces repentance that does not lead to regret. The speaker emphasizes that sin's revelation is necessary for repentance, and the true measure of handling sin is not the sin itself, but the subsequent response—taking it seriously and coming to God. Furthermore, the message advises that gentleness must be practiced by remembering God's own kindness toward us and by actively seeking the Holy Spirit's help in every interaction.