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3m 15sJeremy Utley - Let him Who Thinks he Stands...
Jeremy Utley · Oct 16
16mJeremy Utley - Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope
Jeremy Utley · Mar 12
20mJeremy Utley - Growing Up as a Watchman
Jeremy Utley · Apr 14
28mJeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Spiritually Prepared
Jeremy Utley · Dec 26
29mJeremy Utley - Beware a Self-Appointed Promised Land
Jeremy Utley · May 13
23mJeremy Utley - Discerning Spiritual Drowsiness
Jeremy Utley · Dec 5
20mJeremy Utley - Recognizing The Enemy's Tactics and Resisting Him
Jeremy Utley · Dec 6
19mJeremy Utley - How To Make The Most Of My Time On Earth
Jeremy Utley · Oct 31
25mJeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Violent Men Who Take The Kingdom Of God By Force
Jeremy Utley · Sep 12
18mJeremy Utley - The Promise Is For You, Undeserving One
Jeremy Utley · May 6
11mJeremy Utley - God-centered Praying
Jeremy Utley · Jul 13
26mJeremy Utley - God’s Appointed Protection from Pride
Jeremy Utley · Sep 16
26mJeremy Utley - Go to and fro, Weeping and Carrying
Jeremy Utley · Aug 7
12mJeremy Utley - Watching Our Heart
Jeremy Utley · Aug 31
14mJeremy Utley - Take Hold of Eternal Life
Jeremy Utley · Feb 10
7mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1
28mJeremy Utley - How To Preserve A Desperate Heart
Jeremy Utley · Oct 17
18mJeremy Utley - Desire to Prophecy In A Way That Honors God
Jeremy Utley · Oct 27
7mJeremy Utley - Turn Cares Into Prayers
Jeremy Utley · May 12
17mJeremy Utley - A Heart Like Hanani
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
50mA Life With No 'However...' - Jeremy Utley - July 30, 2018
Jeremy Utley · Aug 6
33mJeremy Utley - Exult In Tribulation!
Jeremy Utley · Feb 20
23mJeremy Utley - A Personal Relationship With God
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27
13mJeremy Utley - Trusting in God's love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 19
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Jeremy Utley - Let him Who Thinks he Stands...
Jeremy Utley · Oct 16, 2013 · 3m 15s · NCCF Church
The speaker shares a personal pattern of stumbling after giving advice, realizing that even after seeking God's help beforehand, he can fall into thinking too highly of himself. He emphasizes the necessity of remaining diligent in asking the Holy Spirit for help and maintaining humility *after* giving advice, lest one who thinks they stand should fall.
Jeremy Utley - Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope
Jeremy Utley · Mar 12, 2018 · 16m · NCCF Church
The central message is that a Christian life, like the Kingdom of Heaven, should be completely permeated by God's authority, much like leaven permeates all the flour. The speaker urges listeners to examine every area of their lives—finances, speech, relationships, free time—to ensure nothing remains untouched by God's rule. This permeation is rooted in living with the hope of God fulfilling His promises, as exemplified by Abraham.
Jeremy Utley - Growing Up as a Watchman
Jeremy Utley · Apr 14, 2025 · 20m · NCCF Church
Jeremy Utley challenges believers to mature beyond personal spiritual victory into the role of watchmen who cry out for the church's purity, unity, and establishment as a spotless bride of Christ. Drawing from Isaiah 62 and Luke 18, he contrasts the cry of orphans seeking personal overcoming with the cry of mature warriors whose burden is interceding for God's kingdom purposes and the fulfillment of His promises for His church.
Jeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Spiritually Prepared
Jeremy Utley · Dec 26, 2016 · 28m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that Christian preparation involves both God's work in us and our personal effort. Drawing parallels from David being prepared as a shepherd, he argues that even seemingly menial tasks are perfect preparation for God's calling. Furthermore, he advises that preparation requires praying not just for present needs, but also for the future, using the disciples' inability to cast out a demon as an example of being ill-equipped.
Jeremy Utley - Beware a Self-Appointed Promised Land
Jeremy Utley · May 13, 2025 · 29m · NCCF Church
Jeremy Utley warns against constructing self-appointed spiritual substitutes when separated from God's true center of worship and community. Drawing from Joshua 22, where tribes built an altar east of the Jordan in an attempt to maintain connection to God, he teaches that Christians must keep Jesus as the center of joy and inheritance, resist the temptation to create alternative spiritual practices, and remain fully integrated into the local church rather than seeking independent paths to God.
Jeremy Utley - Discerning Spiritual Drowsiness
Jeremy Utley · Dec 5, 2022 · 23m · NCCF Church
The central message is the necessity of discerning whether one's actions, particularly speaking, are motivated by pleasing God or by seeking approval from people. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual life requires perfecting holiness in the fear of God, contrasting this with the danger of living in the fear of man. He warns against spiritual slumber, even when one has a good reputation, urging listeners to examine their motives and return to God.
Jeremy Utley - Recognizing The Enemy's Tactics and Resisting Him
Jeremy Utley · Dec 6, 2021 · 20m · NCCF Church
The speaker advises listeners on how to practically understand the command to 'resist the devil' by identifying the enemy's tactics. He highlights two key signs of Satan's voice: suggesting one doesn't need to go to the cross, or claiming one cannot return to Jesus yet. The core message is that when faced with the voice saying 'you can't come back to Jesus,' one must resist it by remembering that grace and mercy are available through confession and repentance, drawing near with confidence to the throne of grace.
Jeremy Utley - How To Make The Most Of My Time On Earth
Jeremy Utley · Oct 31, 2016 · 19m · NCCF Church
The message draws from Isaiah 62, comparing the church to Zion, which is called to shine brightly so the nations will see God's righteousness. The core exhortation is to adopt the attitude of a watchman, who must pray and cry out day and night until God establishes His purpose. This requires a devoted, persistent faith, much like Daniel, and maintaining the mindset of a soldier who is focused on the spiritual battle rather than being entangled in everyday concerns.
Jeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Violent Men Who Take The Kingdom Of God By Force
Jeremy Utley · Sep 12, 2017 · 25m · NCCF Church
The speaker uses the story of Gideon to illustrate that the greatest sin is not the initial failure, but the subsequent refusal to repent and bounce back to God. He emphasizes that believers must actively maintain their faith, resisting discouragement and the enemy's lies that suggest God's promise is not for them. The core message is to actively return to God with zeal, focusing on His goodness and power rather than dwelling on past failures.
Jeremy Utley - The Promise Is For You, Undeserving One
Jeremy Utley · May 6, 2019 · 18m · NCCF Church
The central message is that God's promises and restoration are available even to those who feel undeserving or are in a state of spiritual desolation. Drawing from Ezekiel 33, Isaiah 54, and Ezekiel 37, the speaker emphasizes that God does not take pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their return to righteousness. He encourages the audience to believe God's word over their current feelings of lack or impossibility.
Jeremy Utley - God-centered Praying
Jeremy Utley · Jul 13, 2015 · 11m · NCCF Church
The central message is the necessity of shifting from self-centered praying to God-centered praying. The speaker uses examples from the Bible, such as Hezekiah and Moses, to illustrate that true prayer focuses on the exaltation and reputation of God's name, rather than merely personal deliverance or comfort. The speaker cautions that focusing only on personal needs can lead to spiritual blindness, as seen when Hezekiah's self-centered prayer led to subsequent national decline.
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 - Go to and fro, Weeping and Carrying
Jeremy Utley · Aug 7, 2023 · 26m · NCCF Church
The sermon centers on Psalm 126:6, emphasizing that true spiritual life requires both a constant spirit of weeping/mourning and diligently carrying God's promises (the bag of seed). The speaker warns that prosperity or complacency can cause believers to neglect either the mourning or the hope in God's promises. The remedy is to keep our eyes fixed on the heights of Christ's life, recognizing that our destiny is to be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ.
Jeremy Utley - Watching Our Heart
Jeremy Utley · Aug 31, 2015 · 12m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes the importance of guarding one's heart, referencing Proverbs 4:23. Key lessons learned include being careful about who influences us, as worldly wisdom can subtly rationalize sin, and ensuring spiritual discussions happen with spiritually mature believers. Furthermore, one must guard their affections by prioritizing God's opinion over the opinions of others to avoid being spiritually eroded.
Jeremy Utley - Take Hold of Eternal Life
Jeremy Utley · Feb 10, 2022 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is that 'taking hold of eternal life' means pursuing a deep, continuous knowledge of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this pursuit involves recognizing that all life circumstances, including suffering, are appointed by God to conform us to the image of Christ. Ultimately, we must seek the Holy Spirit's revelation of Jesus' life and suffering so that we can approach Him with genuine fellowship, rather than just seeking the problems to pass.
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1, 2015 · 7m · NCCF Church
The speaker reflects on Colossians 1:13, focusing on the reality that while believers are rescued from darkness, they must not become complacent in their fight against sin. He emphasizes that true freedom is not a license for sin, but rather a motivation to proactively seek God's light to illuminate the darkness remaining within us. This requires a continuous, hungry attitude of self-examination, similar to David's pattern of seeking ways to serve God even during times of rest.
Jeremy Utley - How To Preserve A Desperate Heart
Jeremy Utley · Oct 17, 2016 · 28m · NCCF Church
The central message is how to maintain a sense of neediness in one's spiritual life, which is crucial for spiritual growth. This is achieved by regularly entering God's presence, which reveals our own corruption, and by constantly comparing oneself to Jesus Christ. The speaker also highlights that receiving rest from Jesus involves a two-part transaction: bringing burdens to Him and then willingly taking His yoke to learn from Him.
Jeremy Utley - Desire to Prophecy In A Way That Honors God
Jeremy Utley · Oct 27, 2021 · 18m · NCCF Church
To prophesy in a God-honoring way, one must be motivated by a self-forgetful love for the Lord and one's brothers, rather than personal honor. Furthermore, prophecy must be rooted in faith, not mere ideas, and should be delivered with a spirit of fear and reverence. The ultimate goal is to proclaim Christ crucified, relying on the Spirit's power rather than human wisdom.
Jeremy Utley - Turn Cares Into Prayers
Jeremy Utley · May 12, 2021 · 7m · NCCF Church
The central message is that casting our cares upon the Lord is a profound act of humility, which in turn helps us remain sober-minded and resist spiritual attack. The speaker draws from 1 Peter 5:6, emphasizing that we humble ourselves under God's mighty hand by entrusting our anxieties to Him. This practice is presented not only as a means of humility but also as a way to be spiritually alert and receive God's perfecting, confirming, strengthening, and establishing grace.
Jeremy Utley - A Heart Like Hanani
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2017 · 17m · NCCF Church
The speaker draws parallels between Nehemiah's zeal and the need for a higher perspective, arguing that true success is measured against God's ultimate plan rather than current improvements. He emphasizes that the goal for Christians is to be holy, citing 1 Peter 1:16, and stresses that this command to be holy is underpinned by the promise that God will make us holy because He is holy.
A Life With No 'However...' - Jeremy Utley - July 30, 2018
Jeremy Utley · Aug 6, 2018 · 50m · River of Life Christian Fellowship
The speaker shares his personal journey of spiritual awakening, emphasizing that the greatest joy is knowing Jesus Christ over any worldly achievement. He encourages the audience to take seriously the opportunity to learn from God's Word and the testimonies of others. He draws parallels between the Old and New Covenants, urging believers to be ruthless against the 'giants'—the lusts and sins—that rule in their lives.
Jeremy Utley - Exult In Tribulation!
Jeremy Utley · Feb 20, 2018 · 33m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians should exult in tribulation, which serves as proof that they truly believe God's ways are wonderful and perfect. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus's coming was an act of love, not necessity, and that our ability to praise God during difficulty demonstrates our understanding of His incomprehensible grace. This response is rooted in the assurance that God will never allow temptation beyond what we can bear, always providing an escape.
Jeremy Utley - A Personal Relationship With God
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27, 2023 · 23m · NCCF Church
A personal relationship with God is defined by active, reciprocal interaction, much like a conversation. This requires more than just being alive; it demands hearing and obeying what God speaks. The speaker emphasizes that true relationship involves guarding what we hear, as God's word cannot be hidden, and we must be careful how we listen because what we receive will be given to us.
Jeremy Utley - Trusting in God's love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 19, 2015 · 13m · NCCF Church
The central message is that a foundation of God's love allows believers to respond to sin by trusting in God's great mercy rather than succumbing to shame or self-condemnation. This trust is built by consistently declaring God's promises and praising Him daily, which acts like making deposits in a spiritual bank account. Ultimately, one must establish the reality of truth through consistent behavior and declaration, rather than relying on fluctuating feelings.