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21mJeremy Utley - What Are People For? Close Friendship With God
Jeremy Utley · Jan 4
12mJeremy Utley - Faith that Jesus can see
Jeremy Utley · Oct 25
11mJeremy Utley - The Hope We Confess At NCCF
Jeremy Utley · Dec 26
17mJeremy Utley - Persist!
Jeremy Utley · Apr 12
8mJeremy Utley - Rejoicing in weakness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 5
24mJeremy Utley - Expecting Conviction, Rejecting Condemnation
Jeremy Utley · Jan 17
4m 19sJeremy Utley - Phillipians 3:8
Jeremy Utley · Jul 15
14mJeremy Utley - God Isn't Looking for Ability; He Is Looking for Availability
Jeremy Utley · Nov 3
17mJeremy Utley - Do You Want To Be Well?
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
25mJeremy Utley - 2023: 330 Days Of Salvation
Jeremy Utley · Feb 6
9mJeremy Utley - Being Jesus's Witnesses
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26
19mJeremy Utley - Bounce Back Zealous In Repentance
Jeremy Utley · Jun 28
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Jeremy Utley - What Are People For? Close Friendship With God
Jeremy Utley · Jan 4, 2022 · 21m · NCCF Church
The central message is that human beings have a specific, divinely appointed purpose: to maintain a close friendship with God. The speaker uses analogies, such as a TV or a stuffed animal, to illustrate that using something outside its intended purpose ruins it, and similarly, living outside of close fellowship with God renders life meaningless and useless. Knowing this purpose is not enough; one must also turn to God, as the Bible reveals that no one is inherently righteous or naturally close to God.
Jeremy Utley - Faith that Jesus can see
Jeremy Utley · Oct 25, 2015 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is the importance of demonstrating a visible faith that Jesus can see, which is characterized by persistent crying out to God. The speaker draws parallels between the paralytic's faith, the widow's persistent pleas, and the need to proactively cry out to God, overcoming the fear of not being heard. Ultimately, true faith is built through the consistent practice of crying out, trusting in God's promise to answer.
Jeremy Utley - The Hope We Confess At NCCF
Jeremy Utley · Dec 26, 2017 · 11m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must hold fast to a specific, scripturally defined hope, which is not merely worldly success or even just evangelism. The speaker outlines several key aspects of this hope: being conformed to Christ's character, freedom from sin's mastery, being filled with the Holy Spirit, having confident access to God, and the church's ability to equip members and draw people to Christ. These promises are rooted in the faithfulness of God.
Jeremy Utley - Persist!
Jeremy Utley · Apr 12, 2018 · 17m · NCCF Church
The central message is that merely appreciating God's promises is insufficient; one must actively pursue and receive what has been promised. The speaker emphasizes that the proof of truly receiving a promise is demonstrated through a persistent and bold prayer life, likened to a child who repeatedly asks until they receive what they desire. Persistence in prayer, even with a degree of 'impudence,' is necessary to fully realize God's provision.
Jeremy Utley - Rejoicing in weakness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 5, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is that our weakness is not a deficit but rather the necessary condition for God's power and glory to be displayed. Drawing from Paul's writings, the speaker emphasizes that when we are weak, we are actually strong in Christ, allowing us to rejoice in our limitations. True faith involves not just accepting this truth intellectually, but actively expecting and praising God for His strength to manifest even before we fully see the fulfillment of His promises.
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 - Phillipians 3:8
Jeremy Utley · Jul 15, 2014 · 4m 19s · NCCF Church
The speaker discusses Philippians 3:7-8, emphasizing the need to re-evaluate what the world considers advantageous. He urges listeners to take stock of their natural strengths or achievements and intentionally count them as disadvantages when approaching God's Word. True advantage is found by desiring to be like a 'babe' in spiritual understanding, relying solely on the Holy Spirit rather than personal learning or ability.
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 - Do You Want To Be Well?
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2018 · 17m · NCCF Church
The sermon uses the story of the man at the pool of Bethesda to illustrate that Jesus's primary question to us is, "Do you want to be well?" This question challenges us to examine whether our prolonged struggles or afflictions have caused us to lose hope in God's power to heal and restore. Ultimately, God desires to know if we still believe in His promises, even when our experiences suggest otherwise.
Jeremy Utley - 2023: 330 Days Of Salvation
Jeremy Utley · Feb 6, 2023 · 25m · NCCF Church
The central message is that every day should be viewed as the 'day of salvation,' which means recognizing it as an opportunity to be saved from sin through the Holy Spirit's work. The speaker uses the analogy of a sign changing a hike from a 'boring trail' to 'enchanted springs' to illustrate how the title we give our day impacts our attitude. He encourages the audience to view the Lord's patience in returning as an opportunity to experience more of salvation.
Jeremy Utley - Being Jesus's Witnesses
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church
Being Jesus's witness means seeing Him as a living, risen Lord, not merely as a historical figure. This requires understanding that 'witnessing' is distinct from 'testifying.' The speaker emphasizes that the Holy Spirit provides the power to see Jesus as alive in the present, enabling believers to genuinely experience and point to His ongoing presence in their lives.
Jeremy Utley - Bounce Back Zealous In Repentance
Jeremy Utley · Jun 28, 2017 · 19m · NCCF Church
The central message is the necessity of bouncing back to Jesus with zealous repentance after falling into sin. The speaker emphasizes that repentance should be immediate, like a ball bouncing back instantly, avoiding self-pity or discouragement. True repentance involves a godly sorrow that leads to immediate obedience and a passionate devotion to God, rather than becoming lukewarm or sluggish.