Starpoint Church

Starpoint Church

By Roscoe LillyReligion & Spirituality
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Starpoint Church episodes

  • What the Enemy is Still Fighting For

    This powerful conclusion to a spiritual warfare series reminds believers that the battle is not fought for victory—but from it. Through Jesus Christ’s finished work on the cross, the ultimate victory is already secured, shifting the focus to what truly matters: the eternal destinies of people. With urgency and clarity, the sermon reveals God’s patience as mercy, giving more time for repentance, while exposing the enemy’s strategy to deceive and keep believers silent.

    Through biblical truth and personal testimony, this message calls Christians to step boldly into their mission—praying for the lost, sharing the gospel, and living out Christ’s love. With eternity in view, it challenges listeners to move past fear and complacency and engage in the rescue mission that matters most: leading others to the victory already won.

    36 min
  • How to Fight Back

    Discover what it truly means to stand strong in spiritual warfare as Pastor Bruce unpacks Ephesians 6:10–20. In this compelling message, he reminds believers that the battle is not physical but spiritual—and that victory comes not from personal strength, but from relying fully on God. Building on key truths about knowing the enemy and walking in Christ’s authority, he shifts the focus to how to fight back by standing firm.

    With clear, practical insight, Pastor Bruce explains the armor of God and the vital role of prayer as the heart of the battle. This sermon will challenge and encourage you to remain steadfast, trust in God’s power, and live confidently in the victory already secured through Christ.

    32 min
  • Your Authority in the Fight

    Discover a powerful perspective on spiritual warfare that replaces fear with confidence in Christ’s victory. This sermon explains how authority works—and how believers carry real spiritual authority through Jesus. Because of His triumph on the cross, Christians are not fighting for victory but living from victory.

    This message also offers practical guidance for everyday battles of the mind, where temptation and discouragement often begin. Learn the simple biblical strategy for standing firm: submit fully to God and resist the devil. With clear teaching and relatable stories, this sermon encourages believers to walk in freedom and live confidently in the authority Christ has already secured.

    37 min
  • Strategies of the Enemy

    This powerful sermon on spiritual warfare reveals how the enemy often works through subtle deception—much like a fisherman hiding a hook inside attractive bait. The message exposes three common strategies used to derail believers: distraction, discouragement, and disunity. Through biblical examples and practical insight, the sermon shows how even good things—busy schedules, difficult seasons of life, or divisive disagreements—can become traps that weaken faith and draw attention away from a deeper relationship with Christ.

    At the same time, the message offers hope and encouragement. It reminds believers that spiritual battles are real, but Jesus intercedes for His people and God’s Word remains the ultimate source of truth and strength. By staying grounded in Scripture, resisting discouragement, and pursuing unity, Christians can overcome these spiritual traps and remain steadfast in their faith.

    39 min
  • You Have an Enemy

    This powerful message kicks off a new series on spiritual warfare, revealing the unseen battle that impacts every believer’s life. With honesty and boldness, the sermon addresses the reality of a spiritual enemy who wants Christians distracted, discouraged, and casual about their faith. Drawing from passages like Epistle to the Ephesians 6 and First Epistle of Peter 5, it reminds us that the fight isn’t against people—it’s spiritual—and we must be alert and prepared.

    But this isn’t a message of fear—it’s a call to confidence. Through Jesus, we already have victory. With the promise of First Epistle of John 4:4 at its core, this sermon challenges believers to reject complacency, stand firm in prayer, and live with bold, passionate faith. It’s a clear, compelling invitation to step up, stay ready, and walk in the strength God has already given.

    42 min
  • The Voices

    Pastor James asks one big question: Who has your ear? In a world where even a blue check mark can be bought, visibility doesn’t equal credibility—and the same is true for the voices shaping our lives. From our inner critic and relational pressures to media noise and the voice we want to believe, countless influences compete for our attention. But in the Gospel of John 10, Jesus reminds us that His sheep know His voice.

    This message challenges us to tune out the static and tune in to the Good Shepherd—whose voice is loving, convicting, and life-giving. As the church looks ahead to the “Spiritual Warfare” series, this sermon lays the groundwork for real discernment: because whoever has your ear ultimately shapes your heart.

    31 min
  • Muting Distractions

    In this powerful message from the “Mute” series, we tackle a struggle everyone understands—distractions that pull us away from what matters most. So many of us start with good intentions, but somewhere along the way we lose focus. Inspired by Epistle to the Hebrews 12:1–2, this sermon challenges us to fix our eyes on Jesus and stop letting the noise of life steal our peace, purpose, and spiritual growth.

    You’ll be encouraged to recognize what’s been distracting you, count the real cost, and take simple, practical steps to refocus—whether that’s building better habits, asking honest daily questions, or muting things that compete for your attention. It’s a clear call to live with intention, grow closer to Christ, and step into the life God has for you.

    39 min
  • What's Your Next Move?

    This sermon invites you into Move, a powerful look at what it really means to grow in your faith. Instead of seeing Christianity as something you either are or aren’t, it explores faith as a journey—one with real steps, real movement, and real change. Using relatable stages of life, the message walks through how people grow spiritually, from not yet believing, to learning the basics, to shifting from a “me-first” mindset, and ultimately to living a life that helps others grow too.

    Along the way, you’re challenged to be honest about where you are and encouraged to take a next step—right now. Whether you’re curious about faith, trying to get more intentional, longing for deeper community, or feeling called to lead and serve others, this message reminds us that growth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when we choose to move. The question is simple and personal: What’s your next move?

    35 min
  • Where Are You?

    This sermon kicks off Move, a new series all about growing in your faith and taking your next step with God. Using the simple idea of spiritual growth—much like how people grow physically—the message helps you see where you are right now and where God may be calling you to go next. From discovering faith for the first time to learning how to help others grow, the teaching breaks spiritual growth into clear, relatable stages that make the journey easy to understand and personal to reflect on.

    Whether you’re new to church, have been following Jesus for years, or feel stuck in the middle, this message offers encouragement and direction. It reminds us that real spiritual maturity isn’t about how much you know—it’s about obedience, love for others, and a willingness to keep growing. The sermon ends with a genuine invitation to start or renew your walk with Christ and take a meaningful step forward in your faith.

    38 min
  • Stages of Life

    This message from the Navigating Change series takes an honest, encouraging look at what it means to follow God through every stage of life. It speaks to the real feelings many of us experience along the way—feeling behind when we’re young, worn out in midlife, or wondering if we still matter as we get older. Using the story of Caleb from the Old Testament, the sermon shows how faith doesn’t have to fade with time, and how God’s purpose doesn’t expire with age.

    Instead of buying into the idea that our best days are behind us, this message invites every generation to stay faithful, teachable, and fully engaged with what God is doing. Caleb’s example reminds us that God values hearts that stay committed, courageous, and willing—no matter the decade. Wherever you find yourself in life, this sermon encourages you to keep trusting God, keep showing up, and keep living with purpose in every season.

    41 min

About Starpoint Church

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This podcast contains powerful messages from Pastor Roscoe Lilly who leads Starpoint Church located in the Capital District of New York. You can find out more about us at starpoint.church.