Sermon catalog

The speaker addresses accusations that the church might be considered a cult, drawing a parallel to Paul's declaration of being part of 'the way.' He emphasizes that the path of following Jesus is inherently narrow, requiring believers to refuse compromise on core truths, even when it is unpopular.

The speaker warns against accepting a version of Christianity or Jesus that deviates from the biblical standard. He specifically critiques the practice of churches soliciting money during services, asserting that the true Jesus never did this. He cautions believers against adopting practices simply because they are common among other churches, as this can be a deception.

Paul warns that any gospel contrary to what was taught is accursed. He emphasizes that his motivation is not to please people, but to build God's kingdom. Building God's kingdom requires a willingness to face opposition from people.

The central message warns against allowing the failures or stumbling of others to cause one's own spiritual decline. The speaker emphasizes that true believers must maintain a firm, personal root in Christ, regardless of what others do. He cautions that no one can use the fall of another person as an excuse for their own lack of steadfastness.

The central message is the absolute necessity of standing for the truth, particularly the truth found in God's Word. The speaker uses the analogy of mathematics to illustrate that while factual errors in math are minor, being wrong about God's truth has eternal consequences. Therefore, believers must be diligent to ensure they are not misled regarding divine truth.

This biography recounts the life of S. Shenmo, a scholar who initially struggled with sin, intellectual emptiness, and addiction despite his high status. After experiencing profound spiritual distress, he was drawn to the missionaries, particularly David Hill, whose presence brought him peace and revealed the truth. Through this encounter, he began his journey toward faith, demonstrating how God works through seemingly unlikely means to bring people to Christ.

The sermon emphasizes that the name of Jesus signifies freedom from sin, and believers must live by fulfilling every promise and obeying every command given by God in their lives. The central warning is that fear hinders God's work, and the preacher urges the congregation to make eliminating fear a personal goal, especially as the time of Christ's return approaches, when the world will experience intense fear.

The central message draws from 1 Timothy 3:16, highlighting Christ as the ultimate example of godliness. The speaker encourages the audience to desire a deep spiritual examination, asking God to reveal and vindicate them through the Holy Spirit, mirroring Christ's own vindication. Ultimately, the call is to choose to follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit and keep focus on Jesus.

The passage uses the parable of the talents to teach that the danger is not the amount of gift God has given, but whether or not the individual chooses to use it. Believers should not compare themselves to others or wait for more gifts; instead, they must be faithful and use what they have been given to be useful to God.

The speaker warns that a time is coming when mere outward signs of the Holy Spirit will no longer suffice. Believers will face a personal reckoning where their individual relationship with Jesus, the baptizer of the Holy Spirit, will be the ultimate test. Complacency, even within a spiritually active church, will prove insufficient when the time of judgment arrives.

The speaker warns that while Satan may not be able to steal salvation from a believer, he will attempt to rob them of the fullness of the Holy Spirit. He encourages the audience to actively seek the filling of the Holy Spirit with passion and persistence, refusing to let the enemy take away what God has planned for them.

The speaker emphasizes that every member of the body of Christ, regardless of their visible ministry role, must be filled with the Holy Spirit. He encourages believers to claim the promise of this filling not only for themselves but also for their children, praying for them to receive God's anointing from a young age.

The speaker encourages those who have been seeking the fullness and baptism of the Holy Spirit, especially those who have grown cold or felt delayed in receiving it. He urges the listeners to return earnestly to seeking the Lord, reminding them that God's promises, such as those found in Acts 2:39, are available to all, regardless of age.

The passage from Acts 2:3-4 illustrates that the filling of the Holy Spirit was not a corporate event for the entire group. Instead, the Spirit rested on individuals who possessed a burning desire and passion, suggesting that individual yearning is key to receiving the Spirit's fullness. The speaker implies that a lack of passion in even one person could limit the overall impact of the Spirit's work.

The message emphasizes that the call to hear and overcome is intensely personal, directed to the individual believer rather than the church as a whole. While the church as a body will ultimately overcome Satan's works, the act of overcoming is presented as an individual response required from each person. This individual call is crucial for receiving the promise of life.

The speaker contrasts the natural unity of a school of fish moving together with the danger of a church forming around commonalities like shared interests, politics, or culture. He warns that when a church groups based on familiarity, its movement is merely influenced by its members rather than a single divine source.

The sermon emphasizes that God's power far exceeds human comprehension, drawing parallels between the vastness of the stars and the limitless capacity of the Creator. The speaker urges the congregation to maintain faith by remembering God's omnipotence, contrasting human limitations (like clay) with God's boundless ability (like the potter). Ultimately, the message is a call to trust in a God who can do far more than we can ask or even imagine.

The speaker emphasizes the critical importance of controlling one's tongue, drawing heavily from Proverbs 15, which highlights the power of speech. He connects this to the filling with the Holy Spirit, noting that the initial manifestation of the Spirit was upon the tongues of the apostles. Furthermore, the speaker discusses the tension between the 'new man' (mind) and the 'flesh' (sinful self) using Romans 7, asserting that justification through Christ provides a clean record regardless of current failures.

The speaker reflects on the Sermon on the Mount, noting the initial discouragement felt when hearing high standards without clear assurance of fulfillment. She emphasizes that while Jesus's righteousness covers our failings, we are not meant to be empty-handed; rather, we can experience the fullness of God's grace. The message focuses specifically on the Beatitude, "Blessed are the poor in spirit," explaining that this phrase contains both a command (be poor in spirit) and a promise (the kingdom of God will be theirs).

God desires people who are passionate about His kingdom above all else, rather than waiting for perfect people. He is not looking for complete victory over sin before sending someone out. The key is to have an interest in God's kingdom alone, even while still fighting battles.

The core message is that the gospel is not merely that Jesus died for you, but rather that His death was so that believers would never again live for themselves. This means relinquishing the right to live according to one's own will. The Christian life, therefore, is characterized by living for the one who died and rose again on our behalf.

The central message is that every member of the church is called to be a witness of the kingdom, even in casual conversations. Believers should ask God to fill them with the Holy Spirit so that when they interact with visitors, their words carry the 'taste of heaven' and Jesus, rather than focusing on worldly matters like sports, politics, or business. This spiritual impact is what the church is called to achieve.