Judges 2:10

Will our next generation love God?  If so, how?  In this message observations and applications from the text challenges us to see the next generation arise, follow, and love God.

II Timothy 2:1-14

The Second Chapter of Second Timothy expresses six different metaphors for the kind of person God can use in His service.  Specifically presented in this message is the Recruitment, Readying, and Reliance of those whom serve the Lord faithfully.

Matthew 28:11-15

One of the theories about Christ’s resurrection is that He didn’t rise from the dead, but that His body was taken.  This message refutes that theory based upon the canon of Scripture.

Matthew 26:17-30

As Jesus met in an upper room with His disciples, the First Supper was instituted as a remembrance of His body which was broken for us and His blood that was shed for us for the remission of sins.

Hebrews 9:19-28

The Old Testament was dedicated with the blood of calves and goats, but the New Testament was established by the blood of Jesus Christ.  The continual sacrifice in the Old Testament could never take away sins, only cover them, whereas the blood of Jesus Christ gives us eternal redemption.

Ephesians 5:15-19

God wants to hear you sing psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs.  This message looks at music personally within your heart, corporately one with another and to another, and worshipfully unto the Lord.  Music plays a role in your life as a spirit-filled Christian.

I Corinthians 13:8-13

The continuance of certain Spiritual gifts is a controversial subject in religious circles today.  Through the scriptures is seen that the gift of speaking in tongues have ceased for today.

I Corinthians 13:4-7

Love is to be self-sacrificing and unconditional, just as God’s love is for us.  Our exercise of Spiritual gifts must be controlled by the fruit of the spirit.

I Corinthians 12:27-13:3

Ataxia, a serious neurological disorder, causes uncoordinated movements within the human body.  Similarly, Spiritual ataxia results when a church is fractured, divided, and lacks unity.

Psalm 3

As David fled from his son Absalon he knew the only one to turn to for deliverance was the LORD.  In Psalm 3 is seen David’s troubles, transition, and testimony.

I Corinthians 12:13

Today many Christians, and churches, use First Corinthians, Chapter 12, Verse 13 as their ‘Proof Text’ for the universal, mystical, Body of Christ “Church” theory.  This message  gives a Biblical refutation of such false doctrine.

I Corinthians 12:1-11

The Apostle Paul addressed the general decorum of spiritual gifts.  The problem in the church of Corinth was that of comparison between members concerning their spiritual gifts.  If not careful, the same could happen in your own church.

Ephesians 1:1-14

A platform in the sense that of something on which someone stands, gives a place of oversight and authority.  The Christian’s platform is their standing (condition of life) and state (living for Christ).

Colossians 3:1-3

Being mentally and spiritual solid and stable is possible by having confidence in God’s promises.  A heavenly hope is to be fruitful in the life of believers.  We are to be full of heavenly hope instead of worldly wishfulness.

Leviticus 13 & 14

The law of leprosy is to teach when it is unclean and when it is clean.  Observations related to leprosy and sin require an examination, determination, proclamation, and a regulation.

I Corinthians 11:1,2,17-25

The ordinance of the Lord’s Table has been a divisive doctrinal issue throughout Christendom.  Today’s message demonstrates from scripture the Biblical means of participating in the Lord’s Table.

Exodus 28 & 32

The contrast between the fashion of Aaron’s priestly garments and his fashioning of the golden calf can be instructive to us today.  Does your prescribed fashion (how the Lord tells you to dress, to act, to converse, and to live in this world) align with what we might be fashioning as idols in our lives today?

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Exodus 5

The historical conversation between Pharoah and Moses parallels what we should see today, resistance from captivity to say: “let my people go that they may serve me.”  Israel’s purpose was to serve the Lord, as so it is for Christians today, to serve the Lord.  We see Pharoah’s compromises [calculations] regarding letting the people go.

I Corinthians 10:13

God does not want any Christian to be rendered useless for the work He has called them to do.  The devil tries to rob you of a good testimony and will try to derail you and keep you on the sidelines.  God has given us a great promise of victory.

I Corinthians 10:31-33

First Corinthians, Chapter 10, Verse 32 highlights some divisions that are found in the prophetic word (future events).  Bible study is different than reading, meditation, or memorization. This verse is key if we are to understand the Bible prophecies concerning things to come.  

Genesis 48

The Lord’s leading brings great comfort in the days when we feel needful, rudderless, overrun with life, facing major decisions, afraid, or vulnerable.   Shepherding is exemplified by God and seen the life of Moses, pastors, and parents.

Luke 13:22-30

Jesus was asked the question, “Are there few that be saved?”  There are five propositions posed in response to the question: (1) All may be saved, (2) All will not be saved, (3) Some will be saved who weren’t expected to be saved, (4) Some will not be saved who expected to be saved, and (5) No one will be saved except in God’s declared way.

I Corinthians 10:1-13

The Apostle Paul warned the church in Corinth not to engage in idolatry.  In this message Pastor Sargent addresses the “borderline Christian.”

Matthew 18:11-14

The singular mission of Jesus Christ was to reach the lost.  The singular mission of His churches is the same. . . to reach the lost.

Exodus 18:1-24

Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, gave Moses great advice concerning delegation.  This had a great impact on Moses’ life and ministry.

I Thessalonians 1:1-10

Paul was concerned about the condition of the church in Corinth.  He pointed out to them the characteristics of a steadfast and faithful church member.

I Corinthians 9:24-27

The Apostle Paul expressed several “fears” concerning others and himself.  Paul’s desire was to not be a castaway.  To be a castaway is to be useless in service to the Lord.  What causes Christians to be castaway?  How can you avoid becoming a castaway?  This message answers those questions.

I Corinthians 9:1-14

The Apostle Paul used himself as an example as a minister of Christ in the principle of putting others before self.  This scripture also teaches the principle of a preacher to be remunerated and the principle of payment.

Ephesians 5:18-6:9

Submission to authority is the foundation of the Christian live, bathed in love.  In this message is brought out that submission is spiritual, love is commanded, and to love is to submit.