Canaan Fellowship

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January 05, 2025Hearing God’s Voice
Bill Teubl MD discusses 1 Samuel 3, focusing on how Samuel learned to hear God’s voice and the principles we can apply to recognize God’s voice in our own lives. He emphasizes the importance of faithfulness, spiritual clarity, and drawing near to God, while also addressing how God confirms His voice to us and the consequences of resisting it.
[00:00] Introduces 1 Samuel 3, where Samuel hears God’s voice, and reads the passage.
[03:24] Explains the distinction between God’s voice and His words, referencing John 10.
[06:09] Highlights three prerequisites for hearing God:
Being faithful in our daily responsibilities (ministering to the Lord).
Maintaining a clear spiritual vision (single eye, Matthew 6:22-23).
Drawing near to God (James 4:8).
[16:25] Notes that God often speaks, but we must learn to recognize His voice.
[19:45] Encourages asking God for confirmation (e.g., “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears”).
[24:29] Describes how God makes His voice unmistakable (e.g., calling Samuel twice).
[25:59] Warns against the “unforgivable sin” of persistently resisting the Holy Spirit.
[27:35] Urges obedience to God’s voice, even when it involves correction or judgment.
[30:29] Stresses the importance of prophetic words in the church (1 Corinthians 14:1).
[31:34] Concludes that God speaks to us wherever we are, even in challenging places (e.g., Samuel at Shiloh).
Scripture References
1 Samuel 3
John 10
Matthew 6:22-23
James 4:8
1 Thessalonians 5
Malachi 3:10
1 Corinthians 14:1
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December 29, 2024God Values Family
Randy Losee’s sermon emphasizes that God values family in all its forms—men as husbands and fathers, women as wives and mothers, children, and the elderly. He explores this theme through the Christmas narrative, highlighting how God intentionally involved each family role in Jesus’ birth and early life to demonstrate His design for human relationships.
Key Points:
[00:00:21] Main point: God values family, evident in sending Jesus to earth within a family structure. The world seeks to redefine family, but God upholds His design.
[00:01:21] Sub-points:
Joseph: God values men as husbands/fathers, seen in Joseph’s obedience (naming Jesus, protecting Mary/Jesus, fulfilling prophecies). [Matthew 1:19-25, 2:13-23]
Mary & Elizabeth: God values women as wives/mothers, choosing Mary to bear Jesus and blessing Elizabeth with John in old age. [Luke 1:24-38, 57-58]
Jesus & John: God values children, with John turning hearts to fathers and Jesus submitting to parents. [Luke 1:13-17, 2:39-52]
Simeon & Anna: God values the elderly, using them to recognize/proclaim Jesus. [Luke 2:25-38]
[00:31:21] Conclusion: God’s plan spans from conception to old age, culminating in adoption into His eternal family (John 1:12-14).
Scripture References:
Matthew 1:19-25
Matthew 2:13-23
Luke 1:13-17, 24-25, 26-38, 57-58
Luke 2:1-7, 25-38, 39-52
John 1:12-14
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December 22, 2024Hope in Suffering
Bill Teubl explores Romans 8:18-25, focusing on the themes of hope and glory amid suffering. He connects depression to a lack of hope and emphasizes how believers can anchor themselves in the future glory promised by God, even in present struggles. The passage reveals creation’s longing for redemption and the transformative hope available to believers.
[00:00] Introduces Romans 8:18-25, highlighting its focus on hope and glory amid suffering.
[01:18] Links depression to a lack of hope, noting how suffering can trigger emotional lows.
[05:00] Explains that present sufferings are incomparable to future glory (Romans 8:18).
[10:44] Describes creation’s “eager longing” for the revelation of God’s children (Romans 8:19).
[12:26] Defines “sons of God” as believers reborn in Christ (Romans 10:9-10).
[20:52] Discusses “futility” in creation (Romans 8:20-21), tying it to the Fall and God’s redemptive purpose.
[26:26] Notes creation’s groaning (Romans 8:22) and believers’ inward groaning for future redemption.
[37:48] Emphasizes patience as a fruit of hope (Romans 8:24-25).
[42:36] Illustrates groaning as prayer (Romans 8:26-27), a response to unmet longing.
[50:00] Shares a personal analogy of childbirth to dying in faith, linking suffering to hope.
Scripture References
Romans 8:18-25
Romans 10:9-10
1 Corinthians 15 (implied)
Genesis 3 (implied)
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December 08, 2024Preparing the Way of the Lord
Bruce Hempel’s sermon focuses on cultivating awe for God, the prophetic role of John the Baptist, and the call for believers to prepare the way for Christ’s return through boldness, prayer, and testimony. He emphasizes the importance of worshiping God beyond human understanding and imitating John’s fearless devotion to truth.
[00:00:00] Opens with a call to awe for God’s greatness, recommending reading Revelation 4-5 to grasp heavenly worship centered on the Lamb slain.
[00:03:22] Introduces Advent and John the Baptist’s role as forerunner, reading Luke 1:5-17 (angel’s prophecy) and Luke 1:67-80 (Zachariah’s prophecy).
[00:10:51] Explains John’s ministry in Matthew 3: repentance, baptism, and confronting Pharisees as “brood of vipers.”
[00:19:04] Highlights Jesus’ praise of John in Matthew 11:7-15 as the greatest prophet, fulfilling Malachi’s Elijah prophecy.
[00:23:11] Describes John’s martyrdom (Matthew 14:1-12) for rebuking Herod, illustrating prophetic suffering.
[00:28:55] Urges believers to emulate John’s boldness, prioritizing God’s voice over human approval.
[00:32:22] Practical steps to prepare for Christ’s return: prayer for revival, sharing testimonies, and speaking truth in love.
[00:34:22] Closes with a prayer for faithfulness and revival.
Scripture References
Revelation 4-5
Luke 1:5-17, 67-80
Matthew 3
Matthew 11:7-15
Matthew 14:1-12
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December 01, 2024From Distress to Deliverance: The Power of Praise
Nathan Hempel’s sermon focuses on cultivating gratitude and praise to God, especially during trials. He explores Psalm 107 and 2 Chronicles 20, highlighting how God delivers His people in various hardships and the power of thanksgiving before seeing results.
[00:00] Introduces the theme of thanksgiving in trials, contrasting Job’s worship with his wife’s despair.
[01:34] Reads Psalm 107, which describes four groups in distress who cry out to God and experience deliverance:
Wanderers (vv. 1-9): God satisfies their longing.
Rebels (vv. 10-16): God breaks their chains.
Fools (vv. 17-22): God heals through His Word.
Sailors (vv. 23-32): God calms storms, exalting them.
Sovereignty (vv. 33-43): God reverses fortunes for the humble.
[16:53] Examines 2 Chronicles 20, where Jehoshaphat leads Judah to victory through prayer and praise:
[20:20] They believe God’s promise before seeing victory.
[23:20] Praise precedes deliverance as their enemies turn on each other.
[24:27] The victory brings peace and testimony to other nations.
[36:06] Concludes: God uses trials to draw us to dependence on Him, and praise glorifies Him before outcomes are visible.
Scripture References
Psalm 107
2 Chronicles 20
Job 1
Galatians 3:28
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37min
November 17, 2024Psalm 117: Praise and Prayer
Bill Teubl begins by focusing on Psalm 117, a short psalm centered on praise and worship, and connects it to broader teachings on prayer. He emphasizes the importance of entering God’s presence with a heart of worship, quieting oneself to behold His glory, and recognizing His steadfast love and faithfulness. The sermon transitions into practical exhortations for prayer, including understanding its spectrum, cultivating quick prayers, and establishing a dedicated time and place for communion with God.
[00:00] Introduces Psalm 117 and its themes of praise, linking it to prayer.
[00:56] Reads Psalm 117: “Praise the Lord, all nations… His steadfast love endures forever.”
[01:13] Explains “hallelujah” (Hebrew halaljah) as celebrating God’s manifest glory.
[03:46] Contrasts “halal” (general praise) with halaljah (praise specific to Yahweh).
[04:01] References Isaiah 6 and Revelation 4 to illustrate heavenly worship.
[05:04] Encourages quieting oneself to see God’s glory, leading to exuberant praise.
[10:16] Highlights God’s hesed (steadfast love) and faithfulness as foundations for praise.
[15:38] Offers three practical exhortations:
Learn the “spectrum of prayer” (worship, supplication, repentance, etc.).
Cultivate quick, on-the-spot prayers for daily needs.
Establish a consistent time/place to meet with God.
[25:23] Leads a guided prayer exercise, starting with worship and moving to personal supplication.
Scripture References
Psalm 117
Isaiah 6
Revelation 4
Ezekiel 2
Genesis 24:27 (Abraham’s servant praising God’s faithfulness)
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October 27, 2024Prayer: Worship, Praise, and Thanksgiving
Bill Teubl continues his series on prayer, emphasizing its richness and depth as an ongoing, natural part of Christian life. He explores prayer as fellowship with God, highlighting worship, praise, thanksgiving, and declaration as foundational elements. The sermon also introduces supplication and intercession, distinguishing between personal requests and prayers for others.
[00:00] Bill revisits last week’s topic on prayer, focusing on its integration into daily life.
[02:36] Prayer is defined as conscious fellowship with God, not just a scheduled activity.
[05:39] Meditation is paired with prayer, as we offer back to God what He has given us.
[09:46] Worship, praise, and thanksgiving are distinguished:
Worship: Intimate acknowledgment of God’s worth (e.g., “Holy, holy, holy”).
Praise: Celebrating God’s nature (e.g., “You are Lord of heaven and earth”).
Thanksgiving: Gratitude for specific blessings.
[12:15] Declaration is introduced as proclaiming God’s truth into spiritual realms (e.g., Psalm 113:4, 118:24).
[21:19] Supplication (personal requests) and intercession (praying for others) are contrasted, with examples from Philippians 4:6 and Colossians 1:9.
[26:42] Paul’s prayer requests in Colossians 4:3 emphasize intercession for gospel proclamation.
[29:39] Next week’s focus: Tongues, groaning, and silence in prayer.
Scripture References
Psalm 113:3-4
Psalm 118:24
Philippians 4:6
Colossians 1:9
Colossians 4:3
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October 20, 2024Aspects of Prayer
Bill Teubl introduces a sermon on prayer, using a visual diagram of interconnected circles to represent different aspects of prayer. He emphasizes that prayer is a lifelong discipline and a joy to God, involving fellowship, meditation, and various expressions like worship, praise, and thanksgiving. The sermon explores these dimensions and their biblical foundations, aiming to guide listeners toward a fuller, more intentional prayer life.
Bullet points with key content:
[00:00] Bill introduces the sermon topic—prayer—and explains he will use a diagram of interconnected circles to illustrate its aspects.
[00:30] Prayer and meditation are central, representing fellowship with God and inward reflection.
[01:56] Three overlapping circles represent worship, praise, and thanksgiving, each with distinct but interconnected roles in prayer.
[03:02] Declaration is highlighted as a standalone aspect of prayer, involving proclaiming God’s truth.
[03:32] Intercession and supplication are paired as prayer forms focused on requests for others and oneself.
[03:56] Tongues, groanings, and silence are grouped as expressions of prayer beyond words.
[04:30] Quick prayers (e.g., Nehemiah’s brief petitions) are noted as practical for daily life.
[05:06] Forgiveness, repentance, and dedication form another triad, emphasizing relational restoration in prayer.
[06:03] Prayer is defined as conscious fellowship with God, akin to a dialogue.
[10:46] Worship is tied to God’s holiness (Revelation 4:8-11), involving reverence and awe.
[24:20] Praise focuses on God’s love and faithfulness (Psalm 117), while thanksgiving acknowledges His acts (1 Chronicles 16:8-35).
[40:42] Practical application: Bill encourages integrating these aspects into daily prayer, adapting to life’s rhythms.
Scripture References:
Revelation 4:8-11
Psalm 117
Psalm 134:1-3
1 Chronicles 16:8, 34-35
Isaiah 6
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44min
October 13, 2024Jesus’ Divine Perspective
Bruce Hempel’s sermon focuses on contrasting Jesus’ divine perspective with the human-centered thinking of His disciples, the Pharisees, and Herod. He examines passages from Mark 8–10, highlighting Jesus’ unwavering commitment to God’s will—even unto death—while His followers struggled with self-interest, power, and misunderstanding. The message challenges listeners to prioritize God’s will over personal desires.
Key Content:
[00:00:00] Introduction: Bruce connects the sermon to prior talks on Jesus’ power and divinity, now shifting to His attitude during earthly ministry.
[00:01:30] Hebrews 13:8 underscores Jesus’ unchanging nature across time.
[00:02:28] Explains differences between the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke) and John’s Gospel, noting Mark’s brevity and immediacy.
[00:09:47] Mark 8:11-13: Pharisees demand a sign; Jesus sighs at their unbelief, refusing to indulge them.
[00:10:54] Mark 8:14-21: Disciples fret over bread; Jesus rebukes their hardness, urging them to grasp spiritual truths (referencing prior miracles).
[00:12:03] Mark 8:27-33: Peter confesses Jesus as Messiah but later rebukes Him for predicting His death; Jesus calls Peter’s mindset “of men, not God.”
[00:22:43] Mark 8:34-38: Jesus teaches self-denial: “Whoever loses life for My sake will save it.”
[00:26:32] Mark 9:33-37: Disciples argue over greatness; Jesus elevates servanthood, using a child as an example.
[00:30:32] Mark 10:32-34: Jesus foretells His death/resurrection again; disciples remain baffled.
[00:31:43] Mark 10:35-45: James/John seek status; Jesus reiterates: “Greatness = servanthood.”
[00:34:50] John 6:38: Jesus’ mission was solely to do the Father’s will—a model for believers.
Scripture References
Hebrews 13:8
Mark 8:11-13
Mark 8:14-21
Mark 8:27-33
Mark 8:34-38
Mark 9:33-37
Mark 10:17-31
Mark 10:32-34
Mark 10:35-45
John 6:38
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October 06, 2024Jesus in Cosmic Terms
Bruce Hempel explores the divine and cosmic nature of Jesus, urging listeners to move beyond a purely human perspective of Christ. He emphasizes the importance of spiritual perception, humility, and reverence, drawing from biblical accounts of Jesus’ transfiguration, post-resurrection appearances, and future judgment. The sermon challenges believers to live with eternal perspective, honoring God and others.
[00:00:00] Introduces the theme of seeing Jesus in “cosmic terms” beyond His humanity, as the divine Son of God.
[00:01:01] References Matthew 8, highlighting Jesus’ miracles and contrasting reactions (faith vs. rejection).
[00:02:11] Quotes Jesus: “Blessed are your eyes for you see” (Matthew 13:16), urging spiritual discernment.
[00:03:15] Reads Luke 9:28-36 (Transfiguration), noting Peter’s awe and God’s command: “Listen to Him.”
[00:07:06] Discusses the fear of God as “clean” (Psalm 19:9) and contrasts modern irreverence with biblical reverence.
[00:09:34] Shares a personal story about humility from studying math, illustrating human limitations.
[00:12:57] Reads Revelation 1:9-20, describing John’s vision of Christ’s glory, which caused him to fall “as though dead.”
[00:16:46] Summarizes Revelation 5:1-14, where Jesus alone is worthy to open the sealed scroll (Lamb’s Book of Life).
[00:19:40] Notes Revelation 22:8-9, where John mistakenly worships an angel, corrected: “Worship God only.”
[00:22:28] Warns against idolizing temporal things (e.g., possessions, reputation) and urges eternal perspective.
[00:26:44] Reads 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, stressing the future judgment seat of Christ for believers (review of works).
[00:30:59] Quotes 2 Corinthians 5:16: “We regard no one according to the flesh,” including Christ.
Scripture References
Matthew 8
Matthew 13:16
Luke 9:28-36
Psalm 19:9
Revelation 1:9-20
Revelation 5:1-14
Revelation 22:8-9
2 Corinthians 5:1-10, 16
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