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The Heart of Thanksgiving. Psalm 100, The Life of Gratitude. Sunday 11th October 26 PM. Pastor Darren Rogers

The sermon explores the Great Commission in Matthew 28, emphasizing that evangelism is fundamentally an act of worship rooted in gratitude and devotion to Christ. It argues that the command to go and teach all nations is empowered by the authority Jesus holds over heaven and earth, requiring believers to act with passion rather than merely seeking results. The message breaks down the commission into three practical actions: praying for missionaries, giving financial support, and personally going to share the gospel. It further details the steps of teaching, baptizing, and discipling new believers, while reminding the congregation that the Holy Spirit is the true agent of salvation. The tone is pastoral and exhortative, urging the church to revive its burden for lost souls and rely on Christ's promise of presence until the end of the age.

El sermon examina Romanos 11:11-15 para afirmar que el rechazo de Israel al evangelio no constituye una caída definitiva, sino un paréntesis providencial que abre la puerta a la salvación de los gentiles. Se destaca la soberanía de Dios, quien utiliza la transgresión de unos para provocar celos y llevar a la conversión a otros, demostrando que su pacto permanece firme incluso ante la incredulidad humana. El mensaje exhorta a los creyentes a rechazar la soberbia y el antijudaísmo, recordando que la gracia que los alcanzó es la misma que puede transformar a los corazones más endurecidos. Se enfatiza la necesidad de predicar con fidelidad y pasión, confiando en que la restauración final de Israel traerá una bendición inmensa y la glorificación de toda la iglesia. La conclusión invita a vivir con humildad, gratitud y un celo inquebrantable por la salvación de todas las personas, dejando los resultados en manos de la voluntad soberana de Dios.

How can a holy God dwell among sinful people? That question stands at the heart of Leviticus. Far from being merely a collection of ancient and obscure regulations, Leviticus reveals a God who graciously makes a way for His people to draw near. Through sacrifice and atonement, God addresses the seriousness of sin and calls His redeemed people to reflect His holiness. Ultimately, these sacrifices point beyond themselves to Jesus Christ, whose once-for-all sacrifice accomplishes what they could only anticipate. Understanding Leviticus helps us better understand the gospel—and calls us to respond to God's grace with reverence, gratitude, and lives that reflect His character.

This sermon explores the theological significance of the Lord's Supper by examining the context of the Upper Room meal in Matthew 26. It addresses the question of who is present at the table, emphasizing that it is for sinners who rely on the Savior, and refutes legalistic barriers to participation. The exposition clarifies the nature of the sacrament, rejecting transubstantiation in favor of the spiritual presence of Christ, and highlights the covenantal link between the Old Testament Passover and the New Testament sacrifice. The message connects the ordinance to the broader narrative of redemption, from the Garden of Eden to the future consummation of the Kingdom, encouraging believers to approach the table with faith, repentance, and gratitude for the finished work of Christ.

This morning Rev. Christian Brewer explores Paul's prayer in Colossians, emphasizing that believers should boldly ask God for spiritual wisdom and understanding rather than limiting their requests out of fear.

This sermon explores the multifaceted nature of abiding in Christ's love as presented in John 15, emphasizing that biblical love is defined by commitment and obedience rather than mere emotion. The central message argues that keeping Jesus' commandments is the evidence of true friendship with Him, leading to a deep, lasting joy that surpasses worldly pleasures. The discussion extends to the theological concept of election, asserting that God chose believers before the foundation of the world to bear enduring fruit, a truth that should inspire gratitude rather than fear. By contrasting the fear-based motivation often found in other worldviews with the love-driven response of the Christian, the text encourages believers to settle into their identity as chosen friends of God. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a life characterized by active obedience and communal love, which results in answered prayers and the manifestation of God's glory through the believer's persistent spiritual fruit.

This message examines Deuteronomy 10 and 11 to demonstrate that the Mosaic Law remains relevant for New Covenant believers by highlighting God's mercy, nature, and works. The central message urges believers to respond to God's covenant love with wholehearted belief and obedience, rather than viewing the Old Testament as obsolete. By contrasting the external demands of the Mosaic Covenant with the internal transformation promised in the New Covenant, the teaching emphasizes that while the law was impossible to keep perfectly, it points to the superior grace available through Christ. The preacher argues that the New Covenant fulfills the Abrahamic promises by writing God's law on the heart, enabling believers to live in victory through faith rather than legalistic effort. This holistic view encourages a posture of reverence and gratitude, recognizing that God's steadfast love is the foundation for all spiritual life and obedience.