This sermon explores Romans 10 and the concept of abundant life that Jesus promises in John 10:10. Jon Welch discusses the "golden chain of salvation" from Romans 8:29-30 and explains how God uses human action to accomplish divine salvation. The message covers three main areas: how God breaks our hearts for the lost, the importance of prayer for those who don't know Christ, and the danger of religious zeal without true knowledge of God. The sermon also breaks down the "missional chain of salvation" from Romans 10:14-15, showing how saving comes from calling, calling from believing, believing from hearing, and hearing from someone being sent.If you'd like to learn more about Leesburg Christian Church, please go to leesburg.cc for everything you need to know. Our worship services are every Sunday at 8:30am, 10:00am and 11:30am. If you'd like to speak with a minister, you can contact the church at 859.234.0080#Church #Christianity

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This sermon explores Acts 8:26-39, where Philip obeys God's call to leave a successful ministry and travel to a desert road, leading to an encounter with an Ethiopian eunuch. The message examines themes of obedience without complete clarity, how God speaks through Scripture, and the natural connection between faith and baptism in the early church. The sermon discusses Philip's willingness to follow God's direction despite limited information, the Ethiopian official's search for understanding, and how baptism was presented as the immediate response to believing the gospel message about Jesus.

This sermon explores Acts 8:1-25, covering the persecution that scattered early Christians from Jerusalem and how Philip brought the gospel to Samaria. The message examines how persecution actually spread Christianity, Philip's ministry including miracles and healings, the story of Simon the sorcerer who tried to buy spiritual power, and the arrival of Peter and John to pray for the Samaritan believers to receive the Holy Spirit. Key themes include the difference between genuine faith and going through religious motions, warnings against occult practices and witchcraft, the importance of church unity across cultural divides, and how God used ordinary believers like Philip to transform entire communities. The sermon emphasizes that real spiritual power comes from loving Jesus, not from positions or abilities that can be bought or sold.

This sermon examines Acts 6:8-7:60, focusing on Stephen's final day—his life, his defense before the Jewish council, and his death by stoning. The message explores how Stephen's sermon traced Israel's history from Abraham through Moses to show how it all pointed to Jesus Christ. Key themes include being prepared to defend your faith, recognizing false teachers (wolves versus shepherds), and Stephen's Christ-like response of forgiveness toward his persecutors. The sermon also discusses how Satan attempts to stop the church through persecution, corruption, and disunity, but cannot prevail against it. 

How does the Church work together to accomplish the mission of Jesus? How do each of us fit, and how does unity amongst the believers fuel the mission?

Explore the theme of "The Lamb Who Was Slain" as we journey through the Bible, uncovering God's masterful plan for salvation. This sermon delves into the consistent foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice, from the garments of skins in Genesis to the Passover lamb in Exodus, and the prophetic words of Isaiah. Discover how these moments point to Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling a divine narrative woven throughout history. 

In this sermon titled "Love...For All People," part of the "O Holy Night" series, we explore the theme of love during Advent through the story of the shepherds who first heard the good news of Jesus' birth. Dive into how their response sets a pattern for us today, emphasizing the importance of sharing the Gospel with those around us. Key scriptures include Luke 2:8-18, John 3:16-17, and Acts 1:8. Join us as we discuss the call to evangelize and love our neighbors, inspired by the shepherds' urgency to spread the message of hope, peace, and joy.

In this message, we explore the concept of joy focused on the Advent season. Jon Welch dives into the biblical accounts of the shepherds and wise men, and discovers how their encounters with Jesus brought them immense joy. We learn about the true meaning of joy as a fruit of the Spirit, and how it transcends circumstances, offering contentment and hope in a world often marked by cynicism and dissatisfaction. Through scripture references and real-life applications, this sermon highlights the transformative power of joy rooted in a relationship with Christ, encouraging viewers to live joyfully and let their light shine in a joyless world.

In this sermon titled "For All the People," we explore the significance of the Advent season, focusing on the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. The message highlights the story of the shepherds, who were among the first to hear of Jesus's birth, despite their lowly social status. Through scenes from "The Chosen," we gain insight into the shepherds' struggles with social and spiritual rejection. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus's coming is for everyone, offering peace and redemption, as illustrated by the shepherds' encounter with the angels and their visit to the manger. This message of hope and peace is for all, reminding us of the transformative power of Christ's birth.