The sermon emphasizes that salvation is solely by God's grace and not by human works, urging believers to live ethically out of love and gratitude rather than to earn rewards. It highlights the…
The sermon emphasizes that salvation is solely by God's grace and not earned by works, urging believers to live ethically out of love and gratitude rather than for rewards. It teaches that true…
The sermon explores the Olivet Discourse found in Mark 13 and parallels in Matthew and Luke, focusing on Jesus' prophecy about the destruction of the temple and the judgment upon that generation. The…
The sermon addresses the problem of evil and suffering, explaining that evil entered the world through human choice, not God's direct action. It encourages believers to keep their focus on Jesus…
The sermon emphasizes the critical importance of context in interpreting Scripture, particularly the concept of being 'scarcely saved,' which refers to living faithfully as Christians amid suffering…
Joe Holder reflects on his nearly 69 years of ministry, emphasizing the importance of pastors and elders feeding the flock with love, humility, and by example rather than for personal gain or…
The sermon explores the events leading to Peter's denial of Jesus and his subsequent restoration and strengthening by Christ. It emphasizes the human struggle between fear and faith, highlighting…
The sermon emphasizes the importance of Christian community and mutual support as modeled in the New Testament. It highlights that faith is not meant to be lived in isolation but through active…
The sermon explores the connection between Jesus' birth in Bethlehem and His crucifixion at Calvary, emphasizing that the distance between these events is not as great as often perceived. It…
The sermon emphasizes the Christian life as a form of spiritual citizenship in the Kingdom of God, highlighting the importance of living a fruitful and godly faith as proof of this citizenship. Using…
The sermon emphasizes the centrality of the cross of Jesus Christ as the sole source of salvation and spiritual transformation, contrasting it with external religious rituals like circumcision.…
The sermon explores Jesus' post-resurrection teachings, emphasizing that the Great Commission is not a single event but a series of teachings over 40 days. It highlights the importance of preaching,…