“Those demons said to the sons of Sceva... the demons jumped on the sons of Sceva and they wounded them.”
A Bible study on John (chapter 10) teaching that eternal life begins the moment one believes in Jesus, explaining the believer as spirit/soul/body, the evidence of Jesus' works as proof of Messiahship, and practical implications for discipleship and spiritual growth.
“The seven sons of Sceva tried to invoke Jesus' name for their own success, were overpowered and fled naked and wounded.”
Using Acts 19 (Ephesus) and Luke's teaching, the sermon shows how the gospel reshapes social and economic life, diagnosing the heart issues behind financial behavior (fear, desire/lust, pride) and giving practical spiritual and tactical guidance for stewardship: start giving, prioritize generosity (give-save-spend), get counsel for debt, and remember that distrust of leaders doesn't excuse failing as stewards.
“Paraphrase of the story of the seven sons of Sceva who used Jesus' name and the evil spirit answered, 'Jesus I know, and Paul I know.'”
A Bible-study sermon using Joseph's story as a template to teach what the preacher calls “executive privilege”: leadership is earned through preparation, discipline, faithfulness in small things, humility, and proven stewardship. The message contrasts talent with character, warns against pride and favoritism, and urges practical spiritual growth, generosity, and service.
“Reference to the Jewish exorcists who went to cities, cast out devils, and the demon saying, 'Jesus I know, Paul I know, but who in the world are you?'”
Pastor James Edwards teaches on authentic faith — distinguishing it from "phony faith" (striving, pretending, condemning) — calling believers to rest in God's word so faith can open the supernatural, while encouraging giving for the church's building project and inviting listeners to receive Jesus and join TFCC's discipleship culture.
