Making Christ Known

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of John about the triumphal entry of Christ. Jesus acts preceding His death demonstrated both His humility and power. Jesus' death produced the fruit of salvation for those who accept Him as Lord and Savior. Jesus came for redemption and glory, both past and future. We can rest assured in our salvation because of the glorious, atoning work of Jesus Christ if we die to our sins and submit ourselves to Him.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of Matthew—and various other passages—about the resurrection of Christ. In order to defend the Gospel, it is important to equip ourselves with Scriptures that support the resurrection. In fact, Paul wrote that without the resurrection, our faith is in vain. We invite you to allow God to prepare your heart to preach the Gospel, defend the resurrection, and follow Gods calling to the great commission as you make Christ known to those around you.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of Romans about war between the Holy Spirit and the sinful desires of man. Aiming high for holiness may seem discouraging at times because there will be times of failure. However, the conflict is a good thing: it means that we care, and that the battle for holiness and sanctification is being fought in our lives. We encourage you to rely on God, in Christ, to overcome sin.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from multiple passages about Christian marriage from Gods design. As you listen to some Biblical points about marriage, consider how your marriage, dating relationship, or future marriage can be a tool for the furthering of the Gospel. A gift from God and a picture of the Gospel, marriage should be lived out in ways that honor God.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of Acts about Pauls trip to Athens. Churches that are not mission-minded survive while those who simply try to maintain will not. In sharing the Gospel as part of mission-mindedness, we need to speak in love and compassion, revealing the goodness of God. We can use different devices that resonate with culture or context to point others to God. Like Paul, when we engage with the world, we fulfill the Christian call of the Great Commission: proclaiming the Gospel of Christ.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches a topical sermon from the book of James about worldliness. Elevating the world diminishes the glory and joy of the Lord in our lives. Furthermore, it normalizes sin and ostracizes righteousness. The pleasures of the world slowly kill, but finding satisfaction in Christ is fulfilling forever. Ask God to help you live in the world without the world living in your heart.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of Revelation about the reality for the lost. We will either be judged by the blood of Christ or by our works. God has given us the gift of salvation, a chance to have eternity with Him in heaven. However, the wages of sin are death, and the penalty for a life of sin without Christ is eternity in the lake of fire. Sin has to be judged because of God's holiness. Only then can we experience restoration as God's children. Let this message urge you to preach the Gospel to the lost or accept it yourself.

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the Gospels of Mark and Luke about the story of the paralytic's encounter with Jesus. Each man in the story—the paralytic and those holding the corners of the blanket, carrying him—exhibited tremendous faith. As your church or Christian community goes to Jesus, are you holding a corner? Are you demonstrating faith and contributing? Are you concerned for your fellow brothers and sisters? Are you willing to work for the cause of Christ? 

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of 1 Corinthians about division. In Christ, we are unified. Divisions lead to disputes and disagreements. Though we may disagree about many things in our lives—politics, religious theologies, personal preferences, and more—we should set those aside to serve in harmony with our brothers and sisters in Christ. We are all broken people in need of the grace of God. Let not our jealousy, pride, and other thorns of the flesh prevent us from loving others. 

In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches from the book of Ecclesiastes about the lack of fulfillment the world has to offer. Dissatisfaction can be dealt with in two worldly ways: the attempt to acquire more or the effort to detach from the unsatisfactory world. However, the Biblical view is that true fulfillment can only be found in Jesus Christ. Thank God that our fulfillment does not rely on our circumstances and that the desires of our hearts can be satisfied in Him.