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The speaker addresses the fear of hell, assuring the congregation that those in Christ are secure from condemnation. However, his primary concern is a 'healthy fear'—a reverential dread of failing to follow Christ closely when he returns. He emphasizes that true discipleship means following Jesus wherever he leads, even into difficult, painful, or uncomfortable circumstances, lest one be left behind at the final moment.

The service focused heavily on exalting Jesus Christ through song, emphasizing His sacrifice on Calvary and the power of His name. The message encouraged the congregation to maintain praise and faith regardless of circumstances, culminating in a prayer of consecration asking God to sustain them in their faith and purpose.

The sermon focuses on the theme of praising God's unmatched glory and sovereignty, emphasizing that He is always on the throne. The message encourages believers to worship Him with their entire lives, acknowledging that He alone is worthy because He purchased them with His blood. It calls for proclaiming His glorious acts to all nations.

Jesus defines the faith he hopes to find upon his return as one characterized by persistent, continual prayer and crying out to God day and night. The speaker illustrates this through the examples of the Syrophoenician woman and Bartimaeus, emphasizing that true faith endures opposition, remains humble despite rejection, and refuses to accept anything less than God's goodness.

The speaker begins by leading the congregation in various songs of praise, focusing on Christ's sacrifice and glory. The main teaching segment addresses the fear of death, citing Hebrews 2:14-15 to show that Jesus, by becoming flesh and blood, defeated the power of death and freed humanity from its slavery. The message concludes by referencing Genesis 3:19, reminding listeners that humanity is dust and must ultimately return to dust.

The central message emphasizes that true discipleship comes from hearing and following the voice of the Lord, rather than merely attending church services or adhering to religious rituals. The speaker draws heavily from Psalm 23 and John 10, asserting that knowing the Lord means having a personal, intimate relationship with Him that supersedes mere membership. This relationship ensures that the believer will not be led astray by false teachings or worldly distractions.

The sermon centers on praising God's greatness, particularly focusing on the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The speaker encourages the congregation to worship God by acknowledging His power, love, and saving grace through the blood of the Lamb. The message concludes by reading Psalm 34, emphasizing that the Lord is a refuge and strength for the righteous.

The sermon emphasizes that participation in the Lord's Table requires more than mere remembrance of Jesus; it demands a commitment to both vertical devotion to Christ and horizontal fellowship within the body of Christ. The speaker draws heavily from 2 Peter 1, outlining a process of spiritual growth—diligence in faith leading to virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, and brotherly affection—culminating in love. Ultimately, true love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13, must come from a pure heart, exemplified by the selfless principle that 'love never seeks its own.'

Pastor Sunil Poonen teaches on finding God's rest during trials by becoming childlike and humble, emphasizing that believers must learn gentleness and humility from Jesus' example of submission to the Father. True rest comes through daily obedience, trusting God's sovereignty, and releasing control of circumstances rather than being overwhelmed or prideful about matters beyond our comprehension.

The message emphasizes that despite trials and feeling forsaken, God remains sovereign and present, reminding the congregation that He is still on the throne. The core message revolves around finding hope and assurance in Christ's enduring presence and the good news of His reign. Ultimately, the sermon calls for believers to confess sin, repent, and surrender their lives to God's grace and will.

The central message encourages believers to maintain hope in God's promises, viewing current struggles or 'giants' not as insurmountable obstacles, but as evidence that Christ's victory is certain. The speaker emphasizes that true victory comes not from personal strength, but from looking to Jesus, who is continually interceding for us against our own flesh. Ultimately, confidence in God's love is found even in the midst of spiritual battle.

The service focused on themes of joyful worship, praising God with thankful hearts, and anticipating eternal glory. The message encouraged the congregation to lift up their hearts in praise, acknowledging Jesus's saving work and looking forward to the day when the veil is lifted and they stand before the throne.

The sermon emphasizes that the New Covenant empowers believers through the Holy Spirit to find rest in God, contrasting this with the turmoil of an 'Old Covenant Life.' Drawing from Psalm 116, the speaker argues that salvation is often found when one is brought low, suggesting that falling into sin can paradoxically lead to receiving God's salvation. Ultimately, the message points to Jesus' example of voluntary lowliness and piety as the model for believers to find God's saving grace.

True spiritual growth is not measured by Bible knowledge or church attendance, but by a deep, passionate love for righteousness and hatred for iniquity, mirroring Jesus' life. The speaker emphasizes that genuine, lasting joy comes from centering one's life on God's kingdom and will, rather than personal desires or grievances. This requires understanding the fundamental choice between a life centered on self (leading to death) and a life centered on God (leading to life).

The central message is a warning against accepting a counterfeit version of Jesus, arguing that the devil deceives people by presenting a Jesus that deviates from the biblical standard. The speaker emphasizes that true Christianity requires a return to the simplicity and purity found in the real Jesus, contrasting this with worldly desires for a Jesus who permits a comfortable life. Following Jesus demands radical commitment, including hating one's own life and forsaking possessions.

The speaker encourages listeners to move beyond merely asking God for things and instead cultivate true worship, drawing lessons from John 4. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit prompts us to care for those despised by others, citing Jesus's visit to a Samaritan woman. Furthermore, he points out that God shows particular favor to the poor and overlooked, urging Christians to emulate Christ's example of living as He lived, which is best learned through studying the Gospels.

The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on God's eternal sovereignty, drawing strength from the title 'Ancient of Days.' This title reminds believers that God's power and reign are absolute, unaffected by earthly chaos or personal fears. The message culminates in a call to maintain a constant, devoted praise, comparing the believer's love for God to a bride's devotion to her bridegroom, Jesus.

The speaker shares a personal testimony about what he calls the 'worst day' of 2019, which was ironically a day filled with seemingly good activities. The realization that he went through the day feeling 'just fine' and not consciously depending on the Lord was the true failure. He emphasizes that true Christian living requires a constant awareness of needing God, even when things appear easy, and this realization prompted a need to repent.

Jesus taught his disciples that their true joy should not come from the authority over demons, but from the fact that their names are recorded in heaven. The speaker emphasizes that the devil's power is proven throughout scripture, and Jesus's life and death demonstrated that by being fully surrendered to Christ, believers are impervious to the devil's attacks. Therefore, the only preparation for the uncertain future is leading children to total surrender to Christ's authority.

The speaker discusses the importance of understanding the New Covenant established by Jesus, noting that while the Old Testament is not abolished, it offers crucial lessons from history. He emphasizes that God restores what sin has damaged, pointing to the Holy Spirit and the Word of God as the two essential elements for spiritual renewal. True understanding of scripture, especially regarding Christ, comes through the Holy Spirit, not just intellectual study.

This service was a worship experience centered on praising Jesus as the sole message and Savior. The message emphasized that believers are entitled to the fullness of Christ's risen life and encouraged believers to overcome unbelief by trusting in God's faithfulness, referencing the 'Ebenezer' stone. The service concluded with a call to prayer, urging attendees to pour out their souls and burdens to God, finding rest in Him.

The speaker emphasizes that true prophecy, as seen in figures like Jeremiah and John the Baptist, is not about predicting the future but calling God's people back to repentance. He urges listeners to return to the Bible and emulate the preaching style of Jesus and the Apostles, warning against modern trends that deviate from this original teaching. Ultimately, the message is to contend earnestly for the pure faith delivered by Jesus and the Apostles.

The speaker urges Christian workers to accurately portray Jesus Christ, emphasizing that the greatest ministry is living a life that reflects Christ's compassion, purity, and humility. He warns that Christian workers face dangers, citing the example of Ephesus, where the danger was losing their first love for the Lord. He advises believers to fix their vision solely on Jesus and to avoid judging others.

The sermon emphasizes the mystery of Christ's meekness and majesty, citing Jesus washing the disciples' feet while simultaneously claiming lordship. It encourages believers to confess this duality—the humble servant and the divine Lord—and to live in the light of this revelation. The message concludes by urging the congregation to seek to emulate Christ's humility by becoming servants to one another.