Sermon catalog

The sermon emphasizes the importance of approaching God with deep reverence, drawing from Ecclesiastes 5. True reverence is not somberness but a lifted gaze toward God, which brings a seriousness to life and worship. The speaker illustrates this by stopping during a song, realizing the profound weight of the sacrifice being commemorated, and applying this principle to speaking and singing in God's presence.

John Pereira leads a worship service centered on praising Jesus for his redemption, mercy, and unchanging character. Through songs of adoration and scriptures from Lamentations and Romans, he encourages believers to fix their eyes on Christ's sacrifice and faithfulness, finding hope and strength in God's loving-kindness that renews daily.

This appears to be a worship service featuring the hymn "O Thou By Long Experience Tried." The central theme revolves around finding ultimate security and peace in God's presence, suggesting that divine nearness provides freedom from earthly cares. The lyrics express a deep, unwavering love for God that transcends time and place.

This video is a worship service celebrating the resurrection of Christ. The focus is on the triumph of life over death, emphasizing that Christ is risen and that believers are raised with him. The music and declarations build a theme of victory, glory, and eternal reign with the King.

The message centers on the triumphant reality of Christ's resurrection, emphasizing that nothing can separate believers from God's love. The speaker urges the congregation to overcome complaining, anxiety, and unbelief by focusing on the victory already won through Christ. The prayer concludes by asking God for faith to live as overcomers, free from sin and the world's entanglements.

The speaker recounts an encounter with a young man who professed to love Jesus but had never read the Bible. This prompted reflection on the importance of scripture, drawing parallels to the disciples in Luke 24 who were taught by Jesus about the scriptures. The central message is that knowing and understanding the Word of God is crucial, as mere verbal affirmation of love is insufficient without deep scriptural knowledge.

The speaker reflects on witnessing a house fire and draws parallels to how fire has impacted great Christian figures like D.L. Moody and John Wesley. These historical examples, alongside martyrs who died for their faith, illustrate that fire—whether literal or metaphorical—can be a refining force that ignites a passion for ministry and devotion to God. The central message is to stand firm in faith, even when facing intense trials, as this can lead to spiritual power and witness.

Eternal life is defined not as a long life, but as intimately knowing God the Father and Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes that this deep knowledge is achieved by diligently seeking God, comparing it to a 'God rush' rather than a physical gold rush. Ultimately, knowing God's plans for one's life—which are for welfare and hope—requires calling upon Him in prayer and searching for Him with all one's heart.

The central message is that knowing the Father frees us from fear, as stated in John 14:18, which says that perfect love casts out fear. The speaker emphasizes that true security and relationship with God, rather than wealth or earthly power, is the source of freedom from fear, particularly the fear of God's punishment. Believers have a direct, immediate connection to God through Christ, unlike previous covenants, allowing them to approach the Father directly.

Jesus taught that when fasting, the focus should be on the inner attitude and motive, not the external action, unlike the old covenant. Fasting is presented as a response to a deep burden for God's name to be glorified, but it is also a valuable discipline that helps free us from the slavery of food and builds self-control. Ultimately, the ability to fast and pray effectively is linked to having sufficient faith, as demonstrated by Jesus's power over the demons in Matthew 17.

The speaker encourages believers to stand firm in their faith, comparing the commitment of early Christians like Polycarp to the need to remain steadfast in the face of cultural pressures. He emphasizes that the last days will test faith, requiring believers to live righteously like Noah. The message concludes by urging the audience to move beyond basic knowledge ('milk') and embrace the 'solid food' of the word of righteousness, which involves actively overcoming sin in every area of life.

A worship service centered on praising God's greatness, love, and grace, emphasizing that fearing God brings freedom from all other fears. The service features congregational singing and worship, with the central theme reflecting on God's sovereignty, mercy, and the sufficiency of His love and protection for believers.

The central message is that true victory over sin means not falling occasionally, but having learned to walk in the Lord, much like a child learning to walk. The speaker draws parallels from the Bible, noting that God's original plan for Israel was to enter the promised land two years after leaving Egypt. Believers are encouraged to move past the mindset of unbelief, recognizing that sin cannot have dominion over them, and to possess the life of victory through faith.

The sermon focuses on the immense power found in the name of Jesus, which is feared by the devil and demons. The speaker encourages the congregation to sing praises to Jesus and then leads them through a hymn, emphasizing that believers do not need to struggle to overcome their foes because the victory of Christ is already within them. The message is one of assurance and reliance on Christ's victory.

True divine righteousness is marked by a joy that persists 24 hours a day, not just during religious services. The speaker cautions against superficial, performative joy seen in some charismatic circles, emphasizing that genuine joy is tested when life goes wrong or when people are difficult. Instead of focusing on external displays, one must seek this deep, internal righteousness through consistent devotion to God.

Zac Poonen encourages believers to trust God's faithfulness by remembering past miracles and ebenezers—God's markers of help. He teaches that when facing trials, we should record God's interventions, meditate on Scripture and hymns about God's constancy, and follow Jehoshaphat's example of turning from fear toward prayer and God's will, declaring our helplessness while keeping our eyes fixed on the Lord.

The central message is that true peace comes from allowing the peace of Christ to govern one's heart, which is rooted in understanding that nothing can disturb a heart aligned with God's will. The speaker uses examples from Jesus' life and David's experience to illustrate that when we accept that nothing happens outside of God's permission, we are no longer agitated by the words or actions of others. Ultimately, achieving a pure heart allows one to see God in every situation, leading to constant peace.

Pastor Suresh leads a worship service centered on the resurrection of Christ and His redemptive work, emphasizing that God makes a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert for those He has formed for Himself. Through praise and worship, believers are called to declare God's glory despite their circumstances, trusting that the Lord will do something new in their lives and that praise itself becomes a throne for God's presence and power.

The message emphasizes that true righteousness comes solely through faith in Christ, not through personal moral uprightness or adherence to the law. The speaker uses Paul's testimony to illustrate that even a life of perfect conduct is insufficient before God; one must realize that all personal righteousness is like 'filthy rags.' Therefore, believers must constantly remember that their standing before God is based entirely on Christ's free gift of righteousness, keeping them humble and dependent on grace.

The central message emphasizes that a truly satisfying Christian life stems from a motive of selfless love for Jesus, not from what He can provide. The speaker argues that seeking God's kingdom must be based purely on gratitude for His prior love, rather than on the expectation of earthly rewards like wealth or comfort. True discipleship means loving Christ even if He withholds blessings or support.

The core message is that the 'fear of the Lord' should be understood as a deep reverence for God, which serves as the foundation of true wisdom. This reverence leads to obedience, respect for others' boundaries, and ultimately enables believers to fulfill their purpose of being a blessing to others. The speaker also emphasizes the continuous need to humbly ask God for wisdom daily, trusting in faith.

The sermon reviews several key biblical verses, emphasizing that believers must take seriously the accountability for every careless word spoken, as one's words can justify or condemn. It stresses the necessity of genuine repentance and forgiveness, noting that mere good deeds cannot replace an apology for a wrong. The speaker encourages the audience to boldly declare promises like, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid," and to trust in God's provision through every trial.