Various Sermons (Page 3)
The Lost Older Son
In Luke 15:25–32, Jesus tells the parable of the Prodigal Son, highlighting the joy of one who was lost entering the kingdom of heaven. In this message, Israel Quaresma preaches on the older son’s complaints, his servant mentality, and his father’s entreaty.
“Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this…
“god” over God
In Genesis 3:1–6, we read of humanity’s desire to be like God, elevating our thinking, reasoning, and interpretation over God and His Word. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches the desire to place ourselves in the center, pushing God to the side, refusing to concede total allegiance to God, and giving Him our full trust.
“But the serpent said to the woman, “You will not surely…
The Call to Study, Do, and Teach with All Your Heart
In Ezra 7:10, we see what it means for a servant of God to study, practice and teach God’s Holy Word in a world that is desperately in need of God’s Word. This morning we celebrate the ordination of Ben Bessett as a minister of the Word using the example of Ezra. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven…
Living Intercessor, Mighty to Save!
Hebrews 7:25 describes Jesus Christ as the perfect high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. Listen as Paul Tamras proclaims Christ as a Savior who always lives to intercede and who saves completely all who come to God through Him.
“Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through…
You Must Listen to Jesus
In Matthew 17:1–23, the transfiguration of Jesus Christ displays His glory and also the suffering He would endure for our sins. If we follow Jesus we too can expect both suffering and glory. Listen as Brandt Barnard preaches that we must listen to Christ rightly, listen to Christ fearfully, and listen to Christ faithfully.
“[Peter] was still speaking when, behold, a…
The Free Offer of the Gospel
All people are dead in their sins, unless they accept Jesus Christ as their personal Savior from their sins. Listen as Israel Quaresma preaches from Isaiah 55:1–2 on the universal gospel, the gracious gospel, and the satisfying gospel of Jesus Christ.
“Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk…
The Genealogy of Jesus Christ
We may not be interested in another person’s genealogy. But we should be very interested in the genealogy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. What can we learn by looking at the genealogy of Jesus Christ, and why does his genealogy matter to us? Listen as Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches on Matthew 1:1–17 on the necessity, glory, and grace of the genealogy of Jesus…
Israel’s Hope
Rev. Victor Atallah preaches on Israel’s hope from Luke 2:25–32 and the revelation to Simeon that the Lord has fulfilled His promise to bring salvation to His people. In Genesis 12:1–3, we hear the promise given. In Galatians 6:11–18, we learn how Paul follows his Lord and Savior in all circumstances of life.
“Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace,…
Reformation from the Heart
When the Book of the Law was found and expounded in the reign of king Josiah, reformation followed. Listen as Mr. Ben Bessett preaches on reformation from the heart from 2 Kings 22-23 on the renovation and discovery (22:1-11), the response (22:12-20), and the result (2 Kings 23).
“And he read in their hearing all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been…
A Call to Repentance
In Joel 2:12-14, in light of the destruction that is coming upon Israel in the day of the Lord, the Lord calls his people to repent that they be not destroyed. For God is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and relents over disaster. This message is the same for us today. Listen as Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches on the urgency, method,…