Who Jesus is

The sermon analyzes the three parables in Luke chapter 15—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son—to illustrate the work of God's love. The speaker interprets the lost coin parable as representing the Holy Spirit working through the church to search for lost souls, emphasizing that this requires a deep, passionate burden for the lost. He stresses that a true church must be one where members constantly judge themselves daily, allowing the lost to find a safe haven.

The sermon focuses on worship, praise, and acknowledging God's supreme power and sovereignty. It emphasizes that all creation will eventually declare God's glory and that nothing is too difficult for Him. The message encourages the congregation to express gratitude and praise for God's redemptive work through Jesus Christ.

The message emphasizes that truly knowing God the Father is not merely intellectual understanding but a transformative experience that satisfies the hungry and thirsty heart. The speaker draws a parallel between Adam's choice in the Garden of Eden and humanity's current distorted sense of values, urging the congregation to open their hearts to receive God's revelation.

The sermon uses John the Baptist's ministry to illustrate the necessity of repentance, emphasizing that it is a deep, heart-felt turning away from sin, not merely uttering words. John and Jesus both preached that the Kingdom of Heaven is near, which requires a genuine change of heart. True entry into God's Kingdom is reserved for those who are 'poor in spirit,' meaning they recognize their spiritual bankruptcy before God.

The message encourages the congregation to focus their thoughts entirely on Jesus Christ, the Eternal and Everlasting God. It emphasizes that our focus should be on Him, who purchased our salvation and who will return to receive us. The core message is one of worship and meditation on Christ's sacrifice and eternal reign.

The sermon focuses on the Holy Spirit being God's seal of ownership upon believers, drawing from 2 Corinthians 1:20-22. The speaker encourages the congregation to live in constant praise and thanksgiving, recognizing that the Spirit's presence signifies God's ownership and the believer's calling to worship. The message emphasizes yielding one's life to God's will and trusting in His continuous guidance.

This session is a time of corporate praise and thanksgiving, focusing on the worthiness of the Lamb and Jesus Christ. The speakers repeatedly thank God for salvation, forgiveness, and the power of the Holy Spirit. The prayer time emphasizes spiritual needs, healing from sickness, and a deep desire to live lives that bring glory to God, ultimately calling the congregation to discipleship and answering the call of the Kingdom.

The central message is that genuine Christian life requires both repentance and faith, with repentance being the foundational element. Repentance is defined as a complete 180-degree turn away from self-centered sin and toward God. The speaker warns that many Christians only make partial turns, leading to an unsatisfying spiritual life, and emphasizes that true salvation involves a desire to give up everything displeasing to God, not just believing in Jesus Christ.

The core message is that the Gospel of God is entirely for sinners, not for those who believe themselves righteous. Paul uses Romans to systematically present this good news, emphasizing that both worldly and religious people are sinners. A key point stressed is the humanity of Christ—that Jesus was born physically from the seed of David, making him a true example for humanity.

This session focuses on the crucial step of knowing both God the Father and Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves a deep, personal relationship with both divine persons. Understanding who God is and who Jesus is is foundational to spiritual growth.

The central message is that for a believer to function effectively in the body of Christ, Jesus Christ must occupy the first place in every area of life. The speaker uses biblical examples, including Adam and Eve and the ministry of Paul, to illustrate that when Christ is prioritized, believers are empowered by God and can withstand opposition. Conversely, allowing anything else—be it knowledge, human approval, or worldly concerns—to take precedence will hinder one's effectiveness in the church.

The sermon focuses on the immense value and preciousness of believers to God, drawing heavily from Isaiah 43. The speaker assures the congregation that because they have been redeemed through the blood of Jesus, they are deeply loved by God, who would even trade the whole world to bring them back. This realization should instill great confidence in God's constant presence and care.

The speaker encourages the audience to rest in the assurance that God will perfect everything concerning them, drawing from Psalm 138. He emphasizes aligning oneself with the will of God in Christ, noting that while nothing is new under the sun, those aligned with God will abide forever. A core message is to not be ashamed of the testimony of Jesus Christ, even when it involves suffering, as following Christ requires a commitment that goes beyond natural ability.

The central message emphasizes that true Christianity requires more than simply attending church; it demands a genuine repentance and belief in Christ. The speaker stresses that receiving Christ means turning away from sin and self-love, as only the righteousness of Christ pleases God. He urges both adults and children to claim their right to be children of God by turning to Jesus, as this is the only eternal right that matters.

The speaker emphasizes the profound importance of paying close attention to Jesus' words, as they come from a place of perfect knowledge. He focuses heavily on John 3, where Jesus repeatedly states that one must be 'born again' to enter the Kingdom of God. The central message is that mere good works or religious adherence are insufficient; a genuine, new spiritual birth is required, and the first step toward this is the personal admission of sin.

The service is filled with worship, praising God's majesty, power, and unending love through songs like "Jesus is Lord" and "I Am So Glad That Jesus Loves Me." The message culminates in a prayer acknowledging God's sovereignty, His faithfulness, and asking for the Holy Spirit to open the Word and fill the congregation with His joy and guidance.

The sermon emphasizes that true joy comes from recognizing Jesus Christ as the preeminent center of one's life and inheritance, drawing from Colossians 1:9-12 and Psalm 16. The speaker cautions against finding comfort in self-pity or worldly ambitions, urging the congregation instead to anchor their hope and joy in the promises of God and the inheritance found in Christ. He concludes by stressing that God desires a joyful, rejoicing life, not one marked by sorrow or self-focus.

The Christian life is not a single event but a lifelong journey with a specific destination. This destination is not a physical place like heaven, but a spiritual one: becoming a likeness of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that understanding this goal requires looking at scripture contextually, particularly Romans 8:29, which states that God predestines believers to be conformed to the image of Christ.

The central message is that knowing Jesus is fundamentally about understanding God as a loving Father, not merely as a judge or policeman. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life must progress beyond simply confessing sins to fulfilling God's specific purpose for one's life on Earth. True discipleship requires an intimate, personal relationship with God, moving beyond theoretical knowledge to lived experience.

The central message is that true Christian living requires adopting the attitude of Christ, who emptied himself of divine equality to become helpless in human form. The speaker argues that this means living in complete dependence upon God, rather than relying on personal resources, influence, or even spiritual authority. Following Christ means embracing helplessness before God, mirroring how Jesus willingly surrendered his power.

The sermon begins with praise centered on the mighty name of Jesus, emphasizing that in His name, believers conquer death and find life. The speaker then transitions into a prayer, acknowledging God's grace, redemption through Christ's blood, and the calling to live holy lives. The message concludes by referencing Malachi 1:11, warning that the current state of Christendom is one of spiritual wretchedness, echoing Jesus's words.

The central message is that believers find ultimate security and belonging in God, who paid the price for their forgiveness. The speaker emphasizes that we are purchased by Christ's blood and should rest in God's care, comparing it to a weaned child resting in a mother's arms. He warns against self-reliance and misplaced trust, using biblical examples to show that true security comes from faith in God's protective and benevolent plan, not from our own perceived safety measures.

The central message is that true spiritual growth comes only from maintaining a direct connection with Jesus Christ, the Head, rather than from church activities, doctrines, or even gifted teachers. The speaker warns against having a 'form of godliness without the power' and emphasizes that believers must focus on their personal relationship with Jesus, as illustrated by Paul's teaching that God, not the teacher or the institution, causes the growth.

The sermon distinguishes between the 'door' and the 'way,' emphasizing that while the door represents initial salvation through faith in Christ's blood, the way requires daily discipleship—taking up one's cross and following Jesus. Following this way leads to a deeper knowledge of the Father and entering into the promised rest, which means actively resisting the 'giants' of sin and living in obedience. This requires a transformation from a life enslaved to sin to one empowered by the Holy Spirit.