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23mJeremy Utley - How God Works In The One Who Fails
Jeremy Utley · Oct 4
11mJeremy Utley - Invite The God Of All Grace In
Jeremy Utley · Nov 28
18mJeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
8mJeremy Utley - Christians Aren't Exempt From Trials, But We Are Promised Victory
Jeremy Utley · Nov 21
14mJeremy Utley - Don't Just Kiss God's Promises
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
17mJeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13
26mJeremy Utley - The Danger Of Only Calling Christ Lord
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
14mJeremy Utley - Regarding The Things God Considers Praise Worthy
Jeremy Utley · Mar 7
16mJeremy Utley - Being Conformed to Jesus in His Humility
Jeremy Utley · Mar 31
31mJeremy Utley - Guard Your Gospel
Jeremy Utley · Jul 25
15mJeremy Utley - The Mountain Top Won't Vaccinate the Flesh
Jeremy Utley · Mar 24
14mJeremy Utley - Take the Fight for Peace Seriously
Jeremy Utley · Mar 23
12mJeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30
19mJeremy Utley - How Was Your Week, Spiritually?
Jeremy Utley · Feb 8
26mJeremy Utley - Continuous Repentance
Jeremy Utley · May 4
18mJeremy Utley - Full Consecration
Jeremy Utley · Sep 14
8mJeremy Utley - The Horizontal Aspect of the Cross in Communion
Jeremy Utley · Apr 5
13mJeremy Utley - Trusting in God's love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 19
16mJeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27
11mJeremy Utley - Short Circuit The Sin Cycle
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
35m5. Putting Christ's Interests First — Jeremy Utley — July 14, 2023
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
34mJeremy Utley - Struggling With Anxiety? There’s Hope.
Jeremy Utley · Aug 11
21mJeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19
5mJeremy Utley - God Will Make Us a Bride Worth Waiting For
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21
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Jeremy Utley - How God Works In The One Who Fails
Jeremy Utley · Oct 4, 2021 · 23m · NCCF Church
The sermon uses Peter's repeated failures in the Garden of Gethsemane to illustrate how God works with imperfect people. Jesus repeatedly brings Peter into situations where he fails, first by asking him to keep watch, and later by finding him asleep again. The central message is that God's purpose in our lives is to lead us into circumstances that reveal our own inability, stripping away our self-reliance and insistence on our own ability, leaving us speechless and dependent on Him.
Jeremy Utley - Invite The God Of All Grace In
Jeremy Utley · Nov 28, 2016 · 11m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect the life of Jesus Christ in all circumstances, which requires an abundance of grace. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion to God is not found in ideal or planned circumstances, but rather in depending on Him even when life is inconvenient or difficult. Therefore, believers must intentionally invite the God of all grace into every circumstance, regardless of how imperfect it seems.
Jeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2020 · 18m · NCCF Church
The central message is to find contentment and joy in God's quiet, unseen work in our lives, rather than becoming anxious about visible signs of progress. The speaker contrasts the danger of complacency with the danger of paranoia regarding spiritual growth, using Jesus' early life and the example of saints to illustrate that God's work often happens quietly over time. True discipleship involves being content and joyful in the process, trusting God's timing even when progress feels slow or unmeasurable.
Jeremy Utley - Christians Aren't Exempt From Trials, But We Are Promised Victory
Jeremy Utley · Nov 21, 2016 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are not exempt from trials, distress, or persecution. Instead, the promise is that through these difficulties, believers can overwhelmingly conquer by the power of the Holy Spirit. Difficulties are not obstacles to the life of Christ in us, but rather the very path through which His life is manifested, leading to spiritual abundance and a powerful testimony.
Jeremy Utley - Don't Just Kiss God's Promises
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20, 2017 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is the necessity of actively clinging to God's promises rather than merely acknowledging them. The speaker uses the contrast between Orpah and Ruth to illustrate this, noting that while Orpah returned to her own people, Ruth remained devoted to Naomi and her God. He warns that the enemy's tactic is not outright doubt, but a subtle tendency to move away from God's promises, which is functionally the same as doubting them.
Jeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13, 2021 · 17m · NCCF Church
The central message is to resist a transactional approach to faith, where one approaches God only when needing something or having a task. Drawing from the example of Mary choosing the 'good part,' the speaker emphasizes that simply sitting at Jesus' feet and drawing near to Him is sufficient. Furthermore, the sermon warns against looking upon others—whether fellow believers or unbelievers—with contempt, urging instead to adopt the humble, needy posture of the publican.
Jeremy Utley - The Danger Of Only Calling Christ Lord
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2017 · 26m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true discipleship is not defined by correct profession or belief, but by one's willingness to remain devoted to Jesus even when his teachings or actions are difficult or offensive. The speaker uses the example of the disciples in John 6 and John the Baptist's interaction with Jesus to illustrate that knowing Jesus means following Him through challenging circumstances, rather than just making a verbal declaration of faith.
Jeremy Utley - Regarding The Things God Considers Praise Worthy
Jeremy Utley · Mar 7, 2017 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are called to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, a process involving personal purity and corporate church life. This transformation requires more than just abstract hope; it demands actively praying and desiring to be like Christ. Practically, this means proactively guarding one's focus by choosing to dwell upon things that reflect righteousness and integrity, rather than being absorbed by worthless things.
Jeremy Utley - Being Conformed to Jesus in His Humility
Jeremy Utley · Mar 31, 2021 · 16m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a reflection of Jesus, which is best exemplified through profound humility. The speaker draws parallels between Jesus's willingness to endure the cross and his ultimate service, noting that his humility is evident in both his divine glory and his earthly ministry. This enduring, humble path is presented as the ultimate model for Christian living, even when facing mockery or opposition.
Jeremy Utley - Guard Your Gospel
Jeremy Utley · Jul 25, 2022 · 31m · NCCF Church
The central message is that while people often come to Jesus for temporary needs like healing, provision, or relief from difficulty, the true purpose of coming to Him is discipleship and salvation from sin. The speaker warns against mistaking past blessings or answered prayers for evidence of true discipleship, emphasizing that following Jesus requires a commitment to His kingdom even when it brings hardship.
Jeremy Utley - The Mountain Top Won't Vaccinate the Flesh
Jeremy Utley · Mar 24, 2021 · 15m · NCCF Church
The central message warns against relying on 'mountaintop experiences' or special spiritual moments as a substitute for consistent holiness and vigilance against the flesh. Using examples from Nadab and Abihu, the Last Supper, and the disciples' failure, the speaker emphasizes that believers must maintain a warrior's mindset and remain continually accountable to God, even after profound spiritual encounters.
Jeremy Utley - Take the Fight for Peace Seriously
Jeremy Utley · Mar 23, 2022 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is that believers must take the pursuit and evidence of peace very seriously, as it is deeply connected to sanctification. True peace, characterized by the rule of Christ's peace in the heart, is the evidence of cleansing and repentance. When peace is absent, it signals a need to confess sin and seek forgiveness, recognizing that the peace of Christ must rule the heart before one can properly respond to life's disturbances.
Jeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30, 2020 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian life requires adopting Jesus' mindset, which is characterized by deep humility and a willingness to embrace the cross. The speaker emphasizes that genuine humility goes beyond mere performance or thought; it must be rooted in the heart and is achieved through obedience—taking up Christ's yoke. This obedience is exemplified by viewing the cross not as a burden to dread, but with the same passionate anticipation Jesus had.
Jeremy Utley - How Was Your Week, Spiritually?
Jeremy Utley · Feb 8, 2022 · 19m · NCCF Church
The speaker encourages the audience to shift their perspective when assessing their lives, moving beyond simply labeling a week as 'good' or 'bad.' Using the contrasting experiences of Peter—being called 'Satan' one week and then witnessing the Transfiguration the very next week—he illustrates that God has glorious plans even during times of failure. Ultimately, the message is that no matter how bad a week feels, God desires to lift us up and call us higher through His grace.
Jeremy Utley - Continuous Repentance
Jeremy Utley · May 4, 2026 · 26m · NCCF Church
Jeremy Utley teaches that repentance must be a continuous passion in the Christian life, not merely a past event or reluctant possibility. He contrasts the people of Malachi who resisted God's call to repentance with examples of those who embraced it willingly, emphasizing that believers at all stages of faithfulness need to maintain an attitude of continuous repentance and not argue with God's conviction.
Jeremy Utley - Full Consecration
Jeremy Utley · Sep 14, 2015 · 18m · NCCF Church
The central message is the call to total consecration, urging believers to present their bodies as a living and holy sacrifice to God, as taught in Romans 12:1. The speaker emphasizes that true surrender means recognizing that one's time, money, and thoughts belong to God, not to personal default habits. He concludes that genuine surrender is actively choosing *not* to do one's own thing, but instead waiting expectantly for God's direction.
Jeremy Utley - The Horizontal Aspect of the Cross in Communion
Jeremy Utley · Apr 5, 2022 · 8m · NCCF Church
The speaker argues that approaching the Lord's Table should encompass both personal piety and a deep care for the community. While self-examination is necessary, the Christian's longing should mirror Jesus' desire to share the meal with his disciples, emphasizing that communion is a communal act. True devotion involves a passion for the church's purity and unity, reflecting the interconnectedness of loving God and loving one's neighbor.
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.
Jeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27, 2020 · 16m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must undergo a thorough refining process, likened to silver being purified by a smelter, to become a reflection of Jesus. This purification involves passing through trials, symbolized by water and fire, which God uses to remove impurities. This process is not quick and requires God's consistent, faithful work to yield a pure life capable of offering righteousness to the Lord.
Jeremy Utley - Short Circuit The Sin Cycle
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2015 · 11m · NCCF Church
The sermon uses the example of Israel's tendency to reclaim what God has given, contrasting it with Joseph's initial success, to warn believers about complacency. The central message is the need for constant vigilance against the flesh's tendency to rebuild or reclaim areas surrendered to God, even after spiritual progress. The speaker emphasizes that sanctification is an ongoing process requiring diligence to guard against old habits regaining power.
5. Putting Christ's Interests First — Jeremy Utley — July 14, 2023
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20, 2023 · 35m · River of Life Christian Fellowship
The central message is that seeking God's kingdom and righteousness must be the primary priority in life, as taught in Matthew 6:33. This means that when sin occurs, everything—including worldly activities—must stop, much like pulling an 'andon cord' on an assembly line. Furthermore, seeking Christ's interests first means remaining at rest when the world goes wrong, and not becoming overly concerned with worldly matters even when spiritual things are going well.
Jeremy Utley - Struggling With Anxiety? There’s Hope.
Jeremy Utley · Aug 11, 2025 · 34m · NCCF Church
Jeremy Utley teaches that anxiety and worry are sins—not mental health conditions—based on Jesus's repeated commands in Matthew 6 and Paul's instruction in Philippians 4 to not worry or be anxious. He challenges the church to reject the world's normalization of anxiety as a condition, adopt a zero-compromise stance toward worry, and recognize that spiritual victory over anxiety comes only when we treat it as disobedience to God's clear commands rather than an excusable mental health issue.
Jeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19, 2015 · 21m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires a commitment to pleasing God, which involves both cleansing ourselves of sin and restoring what has been neglected. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 29, he suggests that true worship requires us to invite Jesus, the High Priest, into our hearts to clean out all uncleanness. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of mourning over even 'small sins,' noting that this brokenheartedness is necessary to fully experience God's comfort and ministry.
Jeremy Utley - God Will Make Us a Bride Worth Waiting For
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21, 2020 · 5m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are being prepared by God to be a delight to Him, mirroring Jesus's own experience. This preparation involves personal purity and corporate church function, as God is refining believers to present a bride worthy of His joy. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes that our identity and worth must be derived solely from what God says about us, not from any other source.