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 - Despising the Shame of the Cross

Jeremy Utley · Dec 15, 2021 · 11m · NCCF Church

The sermon explores what it means to 'despise the shame of the cross,' drawing parallels from Jesus' suffering to teach believers to prioritize God's pleasure above all else. Jesus despised the shame associated with physical discomfort, loss of self-respect, and injustice, ultimately enduring the greatest shame—the displeasure of the Father. The central message is that true discipleship involves training oneself to value God's pleasure so highly that earthly comforts, rights, and self-regard become insignificant.

Jeremy Utley - The Chorus of Jesus's Wilderness Song

Jeremy Utley · Aug 11, 2021 · 17m · NCCF Church

The central message is that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus, achieved through personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that true 'rest' is not about outward circumstances but about inner triumph through obedience, exemplified by Peter walking on the stormy sea. Furthermore, the greatest difficulty is not the circumstance itself, but the temptation within it, which presents an opportunity to declare God's goodness and sovereignty.

Jeremy Utley - Ask God for Revelation

Jeremy Utley · Mar 5, 2018 · 25m · NCCF Church

The central message is that true spiritual understanding, or revelation, must be received by the Holy Spirit, not merely held as doctrine. The speaker emphasizes that the proof of receiving revelation is a transformation in prayer life, leading one to pray boldly for God's promises, much like David did. He encourages the congregation to examine their prayers to see if they reflect a deep, revealed understanding of God's power.

Jeremy Utley - Don't Check Out Of The World

Jeremy Utley · Sep 5, 2022 · 26m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - They Tried Me, Though They Saw My Works

Jeremy Utley · Mar 8, 2016 · 15m · NCCF Church

The central message is that having witnessed God's miraculous work in our lives should lead to unwavering confidence and a refusal to doubt Him when facing new challenges. Drawing from David's account in Psalm 95, the speaker warns against hardening our hearts by grumbling or questioning God's presence, even after experiencing His provision. The goal is to maintain faith and trust in God's purpose, regardless of current circumstances.

Jeremy Utley - God Isn't Looking for Ability; He Is Looking for Availability

Jeremy Utley · Nov 3, 2021 · 14m · NCCF Church

The central message is that God is not looking for our ability, but for our availability. The speaker uses examples from the Bible—the widow of Zarephath, Sarah, and the people giving offerings—to illustrate that God uses those who are willing to be available, even when they feel destitute or incapable. The key takeaway is to focus on willingness and trust in God's promises rather than personal limitations.

Jeremy Utley - Praising God when we are powerless

Jeremy Utley · Sep 21, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church

The central message is that when we feel powerless, we should not fear because the battle belongs to God. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 20, the speaker emphasizes that true faith is demonstrated by approaching God with a spirit of desperation and humility, declaring victory through praise even before seeing it. This act of praising God in times of uncertainty proves that our focus remains entirely on Him.

Jeremy Utley - God’s Extraordinary Purpose for Ordinary Days

Jeremy Utley · Mar 23, 2021 · 26m · NCCF Church

The sermon encourages the congregation not to grow weary in ordinary days, asserting that these mundane times are the extraordinary way God accomplishes His purpose. The speaker emphasizes that to continue in God's word, one must progress deeply into both the love of God and the steadfastness of Jesus Christ. True spiritual growth, like Jesus's ministry, is found not in dramatic moments but in humble, steadfast obedience within the daily grind.

Jeremy Utley - James 1:2-3 - Choose and Refuse

Jeremy Utley · Jun 15, 2020 · 12m · NCCF Church

The central message is that believers must view trials not as mere hardship, but as opportunities for God to test and strengthen their faith, leading to endurance. The speaker emphasizes that this requires a deliberate act of will: choosing to see the trial through the lens of God's perfect plan and actively refusing to view it through the lens of personal comfort or complaint. Ultimately, the focus in any trial must remain on one's faith in God's sovereignty.

Jeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Violent Men Who Take The Kingdom Of God By Force

Jeremy Utley · Sep 12, 2017 · 25m · NCCF Church

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 - How Big Is Your Faith?

Jeremy Utley · Aug 17, 2022 · 9m · NCCF Church

Drawing from the account of Jesus calming the storm in Luke 8, the speaker emphasizes that 'little faith' is characterized by waiting until the very last moment before crying out for help. He argues that Jesus tests us even in our areas of perceived strength, challenging us to rely on Him rather than our own expertise or checklists. True faith requires dependence on God even when we feel we have the knowledge or ability to handle a situation ourselves.

Jeremy Utley - Taking Responsibility For Our Desires

Jeremy Utley · Aug 8, 2016 · 16m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - God’s Appointed Protection from Pride

Jeremy Utley · Sep 16, 2024 · 26m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley teaches that God uses confusion and difficult circumstances as protective measures against pride, which is a far more serious spiritual enemy than our external struggles. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12 and Paul's thorn in the flesh, he challenges Christians to be grateful for perplexity and the boundaries God appoints in their lives, recognizing that confusion keeps us humble and drives us to seek God rather than trusting in our own understanding.

Jeremy Utley - The True Meaning of "This Little Light of Mine"

Jeremy Utley · Jul 29, 2024 · 29m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Don't Shrink from Boldly Declaring God's Promise

Jeremy Utley · Jun 23, 2021 · 13m · NCCF Church

The sermon uses Moses' concern for God's reputation when the Israelites doubted God's ability to bring them into the Promised Land to illustrate a deeper spiritual point. The central message is that believers must not allow doubt or the thought that God cannot fulfill His promises to take root, as this dishonors God's name. Instead, we must embrace the fullness of God's promise and live entirely for Christ, recognizing that our calling is based on what Christ accomplished, not on our own merit.

Jeremy Utley - The Danger Of Worry

Jeremy Utley · Nov 21, 2017 · 14m · NCCF Church

The speaker warns against the danger of worry, citing three key biblical reasons: worry chokes the Word of God (Luke 8), it renders one unprepared for Christ's return (Luke 21), and it disqualifies one from serving God (Matthew 6). To combat worry, the speaker advises, using Proverbs 18:10, that when fear or anxiety arises, one must actively run to the Lord, rather than assuming automatic protection.

Jeremy Utley - Growing in the Fear of the Lord

Jeremy Utley · Oct 14, 2020 · 27m · NCCF Church

The central message is the necessity of growing in the fear of the Lord, which is presented as the beginning of wisdom and the fountain of life. The speaker emphasizes that this fear is not merely a feeling but a deep awareness of God's presence, which is crucial for living in the new covenant. He suggests that signs of growth include adopting childlike humility and maintaining a constant awareness of the Lord's presence, much like a dove leaving a place of quarreling.

Words of Encouragement - Jeremy Utley - June 19, 2016

Jeremy Utley · Jun 24, 2016 · 19m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that knowing God should compel us to change, warning against the danger of maintaining old habits or attitudes after God has revealed Himself. Using Abraham's repeated lies and Elijah's flight from Jezebel as examples, the message stresses that a refusal to change in light of new revelation is dangerous, and we must always be willing to be purged of impurity.

Jeremy Utley - The Secret of Overcoming Evil

Jeremy Utley · Sep 18, 2017 · 31m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Defeating the next giant

Jeremy Utley · Jan 15, 2018 · 19m · NCCF Church

The central message is that manifesting the life of Christ requires a constant, willful commitment to taking up one's cross daily, which means being continually delivered over to death for Jesus' sake. The speaker draws a parallel between the Israelites conquering the Promised Land and believers overcoming sin and worldly desires. He advises that one's attitude toward the very next 'giant' in life is the best indicator of one's overall readiness to conquer all remaining struggles.

Jeremy Utley - Two Ways Satan Deceives Wholehearted Disciples

Jeremy Utley · Apr 26, 2017 · 20m · NCCF Church

Jeremy Utley - Maintain God's Promised Rest By Obedience

Jeremy Utley · Apr 11, 2016 · 17m · NCCF Church

The central message is that God's promised rest is not automatically permanent; it must be actively maintained through diligent obedience. Drawing from Joshua 23, the speaker argues that while God can deliver believers from known enemies, they must remain vigilant in obeying God's commandments to avoid being ensnared by worldly compromises. Maintaining this rest requires constant faithfulness to God's ways.