The sermon emphasizes the Christian life as a spiritual battle against three enemies: the world, the flesh, and the devil. Using the metaphor of a soldier and the armor of God from Ephesians 6, the…
The sermon explores the biblical story of David and Goliath as an illustration of champion warfare, where a single hero represents and fights for an entire nation. It emphasizes that the Christian…
The sermon explores the Song of Solomon as a spiritual allegory depicting the love between Christ and His church, emphasizing the current separation between them as the church awaits Christ's return.…
Elder Michael Goans preaches on the Beatitude from Matthew 5:8, emphasizing the importance of a pure heart over external performance or legalistic righteousness. He explains that God values…
Elder Michael Goans preaches from Jeremiah 12:5, emphasizing the challenges and trials faced by prophets like Jeremiah, who was called at a young age and faced persecution and threats. The sermon…
The sermon explores the biblical story of David and Goliath as a metaphor for confronting and overcoming the giants—spiritual and personal challenges—that believers face. It emphasizes that these…
Elder Michael Goans discusses the stages of spiritual growth as outlined in 1 John 2:12-14, emphasizing the presence of all ages in a healthy church and the importance of family-integrated worship.…
Elder Michael Goans teaches that Christian fathers are called to shepherd their families much like pastors shepherd their congregations, emphasizing leadership, protection, and provision. He…
Elder Michael Goans delivers a sermon emphasizing that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind, encouraging believers to cast off the heavy burden of fear. He…
The sermon explores the biblical model of the church and her pastor, focusing on the church at Ephesus as a prime example. It highlights Paul's ministry there, his pastoral example, and the spiritual…
The sermon explores the spiritual gifts given by God, emphasizing the gift of teaching as exemplified by Jesus Christ. It highlights the compulsion and desire that accompany these gifts and the…
The sermon addresses the recently surfaced Gospel of Judas, warning against its heretical claims that Judas was a righteous figure and part of a conspiracy with Jesus. The preacher emphasizes the…