Jesus Christ

"Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6 ESV

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Hebrews 1-2: Christ Our Supreme Savior and Relatable Helper

We are encouraged by Christ’s heavenly duties, earthly ministry, and words which enlighten our lives.
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Broken, But Not Unfixable

The world’s governments, families, and individuals are broken, but Christ will return and fix them.
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The Motivation for Christ’s Sacrifice

Christ gave His life out of joy, love, and the desire to demonstrate His righteousness.
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Here I Am - Use Me!

As members of God’s true Church, what does He expect of us when it comes to proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ? What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are shining His light faithfully; both through our…
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The Seven ‘I Am’ Statements of Jesus

Seven times in the Book of John, Jesus uttered the phrase, "I am," and went on to describe Himself. This phrase leads to defining who Jesus is as opposed to 'was' or 'will be'. The better we understand who Jesus…
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Honest Truth About Peace

Humanity longs for peace but cannot achieve it on its own—true and lasting peace will come only through the reign of Jesus Christ.
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7 Teachings of Jesus

Jesus taught a pure way of love, humility, fairness, forgiveness, honesty, self-discipline, and generosity.
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Wise as Serpents, Harmless as Doves

We should avoid spiritual danger while being gentle and harmless with others.
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The Covert Christ: Was Jesus on a Secret Mission?

This sermon explores the question "Why did Jesus go covert?" by analyzing the strategic, prophetic, and salvific reasons behind Jesus Christ's gradual and subtle revelation of his identity and mission during his ministry. It details how Jesus followed a divinely…
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Why Did Jesus Christ Establish His Church?

Although many tend to think of the Church as a building, the Bible actually defines it as an assembly or group of people. But why did Jesus begin His Church and what was to be its vital purpose?
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Faith, Healing and God's Plan

When reading the Bible, we read the miracles described just as stories, but it's easy to neglect the emotions involved and the lessons taught to those involved. This message covers a few specific healing miracles, as well as an example…
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Is Christ the True Head of His Church? Dealing with Change

Do we truly believe that Jesus Christ is the living Head of the Church? This is a fundamental question for any Christian to consider. The conviction that Christ is the Head is a fundamental article of faith. And for the…
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The Spiritual Nature of God’s True Church

Centered on Matthew 16:18, where Jesus declares He will build His church on the rock of His identity, this message explores the spiritual essence of the true Church of God. Despite over 38,000 Christian denominations, the true church is a…
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Be Weary But Don't Give Up

So many of us talk about being weary. There are powerful biblical examples of those who haven’t given up, including Jesus who has left us the most powerful example of enduring to the end.
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Go Forward

As the Days of Unleavened Bread come to a close, we in the Church of God must go forward, persevering through difficulties as we strive toward the Kingdom of God.
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Proof Jesus Actually Existed

The central teaching of Christianity is being challenged as more skeptics question Jesus' existence and choose their own destiny apart from God and the Bible. But proving Jesus' existence isn't difficult.
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In Search of Superman

Generations have thrilled to the exploits of Superman, the comic book hero who rescues people from evil. Couldn't our world use a real Superman about now?
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What Shape Is Your Future?

Some people give no thought to what they will do or be in the future. Will your life just happen, or will you guide its direction?
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Jesus Christ: A Child Prodigy

This message reflects on Jesus as a child. In Luke 2:41 -52 we read that Jesus and his family travel to Jerusalem to observe Passover. After Jesus’ parents lose track of their 12-year-old son, they discover Him three days later…
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Follow Me: The God Who Blesses Us

Jesus Christ led a blessed life, and He and the Father desire the same for us. God gave His ancient priesthood specific words for blessing His people that assure us of His loving intentions toward us, encouraging us to press...