Speaker: Robert Vona

Opening Scripture:

Exodus 25:8-9, "And let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them. According to all that I shew thee, after the pattern of the tabernacle, and the pattern of all the instruments thereof, even so shall ye make it."

Episode Summary:

In this sermon, Pastor Vona emphasizes the transformative power of God's grace and mercy. He discusses the significance of the blood of Jesus as the ultimate qualifier for our relationship with God, overshadowing all human qualifications. The sermon highlights the importance of personal experiences with God's mercy, using biblical narratives from Exodus and Genesis to illustrate how God desires to commune with his people and provide them with rest and peace. The sermon encourages listeners to carry the mercy of God into every interaction and to live as conduits of His grace.

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Speaker: Ryan Deas

Opening Scripture: John 1:1-51

Sermon Summary:

The sermon examines John 1, focusing on the nature of the Word as divine, and the mission of John the Baptist as a witness to the light, which is Christ. Pastor Deas explains the concept of Jesus as the true light and the "Lamb of God," highlighting his role in removing the sins of the world and granting believers the power to become children of God.

Speaker: Ryan Deas

Opening Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-7

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Speaker: Gean Galloway

Opening Scripture: Matthew 24:3-41

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Speaker: Reverend Daniel Davis

Opening Scripture: Isaiah 6:9

Sermon Summary:

Reverend Daniel Davis explores the theme of spiritual healing through forgiveness in this profound session, drawing inspiration from Isaiah 6:9. He begins by comparing the preparation of a gardener's soil to preparing one's heart to receive God's word, which he describes as essential for growth and healing.

Rev. Davis shares personal stories of betrayal and pain, using them to highlight the transformative power of forgiveness. He details a methodical approach to forgiveness that involves acknowledging pain, forgiving others, and forgiving oneself to allow God's healing to flow.

The session emphasizes the necessity of continuous forgiveness in maintaining spiritual health and connection with God. It concludes with a prayer for healing and deliverance, encouraging listeners to embrace forgiveness fully and seek God wholeheartedly to overcome past hurts and experience true freedom.

Speaker: Rev. Thad Benson, UPCI Missionary to Africa

Opening Scripture: Genesis 22:1-8

Episode Summary:

The sermon explores the profound act of obedience demonstrated by Abraham when asked by God to sacrifice his son, Isaac. The speaker reflects on the intersection of faith and obedience, highlighting Abraham's unwavering trust in God's provision, even in the face of extreme trial. The narrative of Abraham and Isaac is paralleled with Jesus' sacrifice, emphasizing the theme of submission to divine will and the resulting blessings of such faithfulness.

Teacher: Pastor Ryan Deas

Preacher: Ryan Deas

Teacher: Ryan Deas

Preacher: Robert Vona