Speaker: Sis. Cheryl Cameron

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Objective: The essence of the message is to remind believers that God's love predates all existence, offering a sense of belonging and purpose.

The speaker encourages reciprocating this divine love and understanding that God's knowledge of us surpasses even our own self-awareness.

The key takeaway is the assurance of a preordained, glorious future in likeness to Christ, as predestined by God.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Objective: The sermon highlights how the Pharisees and Sadducees doubted Jesus as the Messiah, demanding miracles, but he only offered the “sign of Jonah,” pointing to his death and resurrection.

Jesus strengthened his disciples’ faith, contrasting their beliefs with others, like the Greeks, who saw the cross as weakness. The message urges believers to stand firm, resist worldly doubts, and grow in faith through scripture, just as Jesus taught his disciples.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-7

Objective:

David praises God in 2 Samuel 22 and Psalm 18 for delivering him from his enemies, including Saul and Absalom.

• The sermon connects his faith to Black history, showing how trust in God helps overcome adversity.

• It highlights the parallels between David’s battles and the struggles of African Americans, emphasizing faith and unity in achieving victory.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Obiective: The speaker highlights the power of surrendering to God, drawing from Matthew 14. After John the Baptist’s death, Jesus grieves but still shows compassion, healing the sick and caring for the crowd. The key message: Jesus’ love remains constant, even in times of sorrow or doubt.

Speaker: Pastor Deshawn Parks

Scripture: Ezekiel 37 and Romans 10

Objective: The sermon emphasizes the power of faith, drawing fromEzekiel 37 (the revival of dry bones) andRomans 10 (the universal call to salvation), highlighting that faith comes from actively hearing and internalizing God’s word.

The speaker challenges the congregation with“How is your faith?”, urging them to move beyond surface-level reading to deeply engage with scripture, trust in the unseen, and recognize God’s transformative power.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Luke 23:46 and Luke 24: 1-6

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Objective: The central message of the text is to emphasize the importance of trusting in God rather than in people, material possessions, or personal instincts.

Many individuals experience trust issues due to past disappointments, whether from loved ones, jobs, or material things, which fail to fulfill their promises or expectations. However, unlike human and material reliance, God is portrayed as a steadfast source of hope and trust, constantly present and trustworthy.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard

Scripture: Philippians Chapter 1 (Various Verses)

Objective: The sermon aims to inspire the listeners to trust in God’s work in their lives, find joy and faith even in trials, and deepen their understanding of Scripture.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Objective: A key part of the passage is Jesus' message to his disciples, calling them "the salt of the earth." This metaphor emphasizes their role in preserving goodness and spreading divine influence in the world. The reflection draws parallels with the necessity and value of salt, cautioning against losing their impactful nature akin to salt losing its flavor.

Speaker: Sr. Pastor Richard Parks

Scripture: Mark 14:32-36

Objective: The speaker reflects on Jesus’ deep sorrow and prayer in Gethsemane, emphasizing the trials that come with a commitment to a godly life, as illustrated by Jesus’ preparation of his disciples for his betrayal and crucifixion. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, the message encourages self-examination, perseverance in faith, and awareness of life’s challenges for those striving to please God.