Sermon Recap “Holy and Unholy: Teaching Discernment” Ezekiel 44:23

This Sunday, Pastor David L. Sincere Jr. delivered a powerful and timely message titled, “Holy and Unholy: Teaching Discernment,” rooted in Ezekiel 44:23:

“They shall teach my people the difference between the holy and the common, and show them how to distinguish between the unclean and the clean.”

The message centered on the holiness of God and the spiritual responsibility of God’s people to develop discernment in a culture where sacred distinctions are becoming blurred.

Pastor Sincere explained that God is holy by His very nature. The Greek word hagios means “set apart.” God is pure, righteous, sacred, eternal, glorious, and completely separate from evil. Revelation 4:8 reminds us that even the angels continually cry, “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty.”

The sermon emphasized that humanity does not become holy through personal effort, status, or works. We become holy only through God’s presence and through being set apart by Him. Holiness is ultimately about belonging to God.

Pastor Sincere taught that Israel became spiritually desensitized. The people lost their ability to discern between: • Holy and unholy • Sacred and common • Clean and unclean

This spiritual decline began with leadership. Ezekiel 22:26 reveals that the priests failed to maintain distinction between what was holy and what was common. As a result, the nation became morally bankrupt and eventually went into Babylonian captivity.

The sermon explained that “common” does not necessarily mean sinful. Common refers to what is ordinary or unconsecrated. However, the danger occurs when holy things are treated casually or reduced to the level of the ordinary.

Pastor Sincere also taught that “unclean” refers to that which is spiritually defiled, while “clean” refers to what is accepted before God. The people of God are called to spiritual discernment, purity, and consecration.

The message challenged believers to consider what should remain holy in their lives: • Their minds • Their time • Their bodies • Their worship • Their possessions • Their relationship with God

Romans 12:1–2 reminded the church to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable unto God, and not to be conformed to the patterns of this world.

The sermon concluded with 1 Peter 2:9, reminding believers that they are: “A chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation…”

Pastor Sincere encouraged the church to reclaim spiritual discernment, maintain reverence for holy things, and live as people who are truly set apart for God in a culture that increasingly treats everything as common.

Today, Elder Greene shared a powerful message titled “Learning to Pray with Confidence” from Luke 11:1. The message encouraged believers to pray with boldness and confidence, especially in public settings, without fear or intimidation. Prayer is not about performance, but about sincerely communicating with God and allowing others to witness our faith through confident and heartfelt prayer.

Transformation Church Fort Bend Mother’s Day Celebration — Sister Sherian Scott Did a Great Job Delivering the Word! May 10, 2026

Transformation Church Fort Bend family, thank you to everyone who joined us for our Mother’s Day Celebration! We honor and appreciate all of our mothers for their love, strength, faith, and sacrifices. Sister Sherian Scott did a wonderful job delivering the Word, and we were blessed to celebrate such an amazing day together. Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers from Transformation Church Fort Bend!

The Power of Seasoned Citizens: We Honor You!

Today we honored our seasoned citizens as Scripture commands:

“Stand up in the presence of the elderly… show respect for the aged.” (Leviticus 19:32)

They are not a burden—they are a blessing. They carry wisdom (Job 12:12), provide guidance (Proverbs 11:14), and their lives are a crown of glory (Proverbs 16:31).

Seasoned citizens still have purpose—Psalm 92:14 reminds us they continue to bear fruit.

They don’t just help families—they build legacy through wisdom, faith, and life experience.

If we honor them, we gain wisdom. If we ignore them, we lose it.

We honor you. We value you. We thank God for you.

God is able!

🔥 We Are Still Here – Sermon Recap 🔥

Today’s message came from 2 Corinthians 4:8–9 — we may be pressed, perplexed, persecuted, and knocked down, but we are NOT destroyed.

Paul reminds us in Romans 1:1 that he was called by God, committed to the mission, and grounded in his identity. Even though ministry was hard, people doubted him, and circumstances challenged him, he stayed faithful.

Paul endured prison, pain, betrayal, and hardship—but he never let it rob him of his calling, mission, or identity.

And just like Paul… many of us have been through our own struggles—mentally, emotionally, spiritually. Some of us have felt shipwrecked, worn out, or even broken…

BUT YOU ARE STILL HERE.

2 Corinthians 4:1–2 reminds us—we don’t give up because of God’s mercy.

And 2 Corinthians 4:13–18 shifts our perspective—what we’re going through is temporary, but God is producing something greater in us.

For 6 years, Fort Bend Transformation Church has walked through challenges, growth, and transformation—and we are still standing.

Same God. Same Mission. Still Here. 🙌

Matthew 28:16–20 — “They Worshipped… But Some Doubted”

This passage takes place after the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The eleven disciples go to Galilee, to the mountain Jesus appointed. This is not случай—this is divine appointment and obedience. Even in their uncertainty, they showed up.

Verse 17 is the tension point: “When they saw Him, they worshipped Him—but some doubted.”

The word for worshipped is proskuneō—it means to bow down, to reverence, to submit. This is not casual acknowledgment. This is recognition of Jesus’ divine authority. They are responding to the resurrected Christ.

But at the same time, some doubted. The Greek word used is distazō—it does not mean outright unbelief, but hesitation, wavering, uncertainty. It’s the picture of being pulled in two directions internally.

So here is the exegetical reality: They are physically present with Jesus… They are acknowledging Him as Lord… Yet internally, some are still wrestling.

This reveals something critical: Faith and doubt can coexist in the same moment.

The text does not rebuke them. Instead, in verse 18, Jesus moves toward them and declares: “All authority (exousia) in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.”

He doesn’t address their doubt first—He establishes His authority.

Then He gives the Great Commission: “Go therefore and make disciples (mathēteuō)… teaching (didaskō) them…”

Here’s the theological weight: Jesus commissions worshippers who are still working through doubt.

He does not wait for perfect faith. He calls them while they are still growing.

And then He closes with a promise: “I am with you always…”

So the structure of the text shows: Presence → Worship → Tension (doubt) → Authority → Commission → Promise

The takeaway: You don’t have to have it all figured out to follow Jesus. You can worship Him and still be processing. What matters is that you respond, submit, and continue in obedience.

God is able.

This sermon begins with a simple but powerful truth: every person has a story—marked by life’s good, bad, and difficult moments. Yet above every human story is a greater story—God’s story of redemption through Jesus Christ.

Rooted in Isaiah 53:5–6, the message reveals that Jesus, the Lamb, was wounded for our transgressions and carried the weight of our sin. His sacrifice was personal—He took our place, bringing us peace and healing through His suffering.

The sermon then moves to the victory found in His blood (Revelation 12:11), emphasizing that we overcome not by our strength, but through what Christ has already done and the testimony of how He has changed our lives. It also affirms that those who belong to Him are known and secured, with their names written in the Book of Life.

At the heart of the message is the resurrection—not just as an event, but as the power that transforms our story. Because of the resurrection, our lives are no longer defined by what we were, but by who we are in Christ.

This transformation is made clear: Broken → Healed Lost → Found Guilty → Forgiven Bound → Free Empty → Filled Hopeless → Hopeful Defeated → Victorious Ashamed → Redeemed Dead → Alive Forgotten → Chosen

This sermon declares that through the Blood, the Lamb, and the Resurrection, our story is changed into a testimony of God’s grace, power, and redemption. God is able.

🙏 A Special Thank You to Pastor Will Starkweather! 🙏

I’m honored to have Pastor William R. Starkweather join The Conversation with Pastor Sincere for our discussion on Faith, Democracy, and Christian Nationalism. His insight and experience will bring great depth to this important conversation!

📢 This session will be available online on Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, RSS.com, and YouTube. You can also find it on my website at SincereLifeCoach.org.

A little about Pastor Will...

On Sunday, October 22, the congregation of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church called Pastor William R. Starkweather to be their next pastor. He has accepted the call and will begin his journey with St. Mark’s in December.

Originally from Marietta, Georgia, Pastor Starkweather holds a Human Services degree from Kennesaw State University. He has worked with at-risk youth at the Children’s Stabilization and Assessment Center in Canton, Georgia, before pursuing his call to ministry. After graduating from Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, he served in New York’s Hudson Valley before moving to Texas, where he became an active leader in interfaith work, addiction recovery, and prison ministry.

Beyond ministry, Pastor Will enjoys playing guitar, writing, baking cheesecakes, and spending time with his wife, Julie, and their three children.

Thank you, Pastor Will, for sharing your wisdom and passion in this conversation. We look forward to an enlightening discussion!

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🎙️ Podcast Episode Description: The Conversation with Pastor David L. Sincere Jr. – Featuring Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton & Former Judge Frank Fraley

In this special Black History Month Bible Study Edition of The Conversation, Pastor David L. Sincere Jr. hosts an eye-opening discussion on criminal justice, mass incarceration, civil rights, and juvenile justice with distinguished legal experts:

• Brian Middleton – Fort Bend County District Attorney, the first African American DA in the county, with extensive experience as a prosecutor, judge, and private attorney.
• Frank Fraley – Former Judge of the Texas 240th District Court, bringing deep knowledge of the legal system, judicial integrity, and justice reform.

🔥 Key Topics Discussed:

✅ The impact of mass incarceration and sentencing disparities ✅ Civil rights challenges within the legal system ✅ The role of judges and prosecutors in justice reform ✅ Juvenile justice and community-based solutions ✅ How churches and faith leaders can advocate for justice

📢 Listen in as Pastor Sincere, DA Middleton, and Judge Fraley answer pressing civil rights questions and explore actionable solutions for a fairer legal system.

🔗 Missed the live discussion? Catch up now! #TheConversation #BlackHistoryMonth #CriminalJustice #FaithAndJustice #UnityAndTransformation

The Conversation with Pastor Sincere | Fort Bend Civil Rights History with Lester Robert Blizzard

Description: Join The Conversation with Pastor Sincere as he sits down with Lester Robert Blizzard from the Fort Bend District Attorney's Office to explore the rich and often untold history of civil rights in Fort Bend County. Recorded in March 2023, this powerful discussion highlights pivotal moments, key figures, and the lasting impact of the civil rights movement on the community today.

Discover how past struggles for justice continue to shape Fort Bend County and gain insights into the ongoing efforts to ensure equality and civil rights for all.

💬 Topic: Fort Bend Civil Rights History 👤 Guest: Lester Robert Blizzard, Fort Bend District Attorney's Office 📅 Date: March 2023

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This session will be online and available on all major media platforms, including Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, RSS.com, and YouTube. It will also be featured on my website at SincereLifeCoach.org.

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