134 sermons preach from Romans 8 — 125 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 9 from the classic library.
“there is or there is no condemnation to those who are in christ”
John Wesley
"There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit." Rom. 8:1 1. By "them which are in Christ Jesus," St. Paul evidently means, those who truly believe in him; those who, "being…
Read the full text“There is now no condemnation.”
Pastor Jason McMullen exhorts the church to pursue holiness by removing even the smallest traces of sin (the "hint"), grounding the call in Ephesians 5 and other Scriptures. He stresses God's seriousness about sin, the higher standard for believers, and offers seven practical steps—prayer, relying on given tools (Word, Spirit, community), identifying habits/hang-ups/hindrances, confession and repentance, embracing grace, accepting consequences/accountability, and embracing freedom—to help Christians remove sinful patterns and host greater presence and breakthrough.
“there is or there is no condemnation to those who are in christ”
A Sunday worship message celebrating the Christian freedom won by Christ — emphasizing faith alone, Christ alone, and resisting legalism — with calls to practical discipleship, communion, giving, and community engagement.
“In Christ... there's no condemnation.”
Pastor Allen Jackson teaches that our identity is rooted in God’s redemptive work and calls Christians to embrace the implications of being redeemed: humility, ongoing transformation, righteous living, freedom from condemnation, heavenly citizenship, and awareness of spiritual opposition.
“I am free of condemnation.”
Pastor Allen Jackson teaches that true identity and freedom are found in Jesus and rooted in Scripture. He critiques cultural identity trends, urges believers to allow the Word to discern spirit and soul, calls for authentic conversion (acknowledging Christ as Lord), and outlines the privileges and responsibilities of being in Christ — including sanctification, bold cultural engagement, and living as God’s workmanship empowered by grace.
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“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus; for the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free... If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he will give life to your mortal bodies.”
A sermon centered on the transforming power of God's Word—illustrated by Isaiah, Romans, and the Parable of the Sower—framing baptism as a Spirit-empowered commissioning to resist complacency, pursue justice, and bear fruit in a broken world.
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus; the law of the Spirit of life has set you free — the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace (contrasted with the mind set on the flesh).”
A sermon centered on the transforming power of God's Word—illustrated by Isaiah, Romans, and the Parable of the Sower—framing baptism as a Spirit-empowered commissioning to resist complacency, pursue justice, and bear fruit in a broken world.
““There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus…through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death.””
Pastor Allen Jackson teaches that our identity is rooted in God’s redemptive work and calls Christians to embrace the implications of being redeemed: humility, ongoing transformation, righteous living, freedom from condemnation, heavenly citizenship, and awareness of spiritual opposition.
“The Bible says the law of spirit and life, Romans 8.2.”
A sermon teaching the 'threefold cord'—a twin motif: the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) and the trio love, hope, faith—presented as a practical, integrated formula for prayer, family life, healing, and spiritual success.
“You've been set free from the law of sin and death.”
Pastor Sam Gibson teaches from Romans 8 that rejection is inevitable for Christians, but God uses it to form us. The solution to being shaped by rejection or enslaved by the need for human recognition is the Spirit of adoption—receiving identity, status, and inheritance in Christ so we can respond to rejection from the place of being beloved. He contrasts the imposter/orphan self (performance, people-pleasing, needing recognition) with the beloved/adopted self (secure, free to risk, rooted in the Father's love) and issues practical invitations to receive healing and be reborn into that reality.
“For what the law could not do.”
A midweek service focused on fatherhood using the parable of the Prodigal Son to teach about a father's heart: unconditional love and welcome, balanced discipline, provision, role-modelling, communication, and the church's call to celebrate and restore those who return.
““he condemned sin in the flesh” (paraphrase of Romans 8:3)”
Using Mark 2:1–12 (the paralytic lowered through the roof) the speaker argues that desperate times demand radical, action-oriented faith: believers must take risks to bring others to Jesus, prioritize spiritual healing over merely physical cures, and trust God’s sovereignty even in suffering.
“To set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.”
A sermon centered on the transforming power of God's Word—illustrated by Isaiah, Romans, and the Parable of the Sower—framing baptism as a Spirit-empowered commissioning to resist complacency, pursue justice, and bear fruit in a broken world.
“For this reason, the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God... though the body is dead because of sin, the spirit is life because of righteousness.”
A sermon centered on the transforming power of God's Word—illustrated by Isaiah, Romans, and the Parable of the Sower—framing baptism as a Spirit-empowered commissioning to resist complacency, pursue justice, and bear fruit in a broken world.
Charles Spurgeon
This is a very solemn indictment which the Apostle Paul here prefers against the carnal mind. He declares it to be enmity against God. When we consider what man once was, only second to the angels, the companion of God, who walked with him in the…
Read the full text“by that power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead, if that power will quicken our mortal bodies.”
A Sunday worship service focused on God's faithfulness and timely interventions, the importance of prayer, guidance and thanksgiving, with teaching from the Psalms about faith, holiness and confident supplication. Practical calls include repentance, persistent prayer and meditation, wholehearted worship, generosity, and readiness to follow God's guidance.
“The same spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now lives on the inside of you.”
Pastor Jason McMullen exhorts the church to pursue holiness by removing even the smallest traces of sin (the "hint"), grounding the call in Ephesians 5 and other Scriptures. He stresses God's seriousness about sin, the higher standard for believers, and offers seven practical steps—prayer, relying on given tools (Word, Spirit, community), identifying habits/hang-ups/hindrances, confession and repentance, embracing grace, accepting consequences/accountability, and embracing freedom—to help Christians remove sinful patterns and host greater presence and breakthrough.
“But if the Spirit of him that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he that raised Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal body.”
A charismatic, practical teaching on activating Christian faith now. The preacher emphasizes that faith is a present reality rooted in the believer’s spirit, not merely past trust or future hope. He teaches that God’s power already dwells in believers and is released by acknowledgment, spoken declaration to problems, and positive confession, illustrated with testimonies of healings, provision, and miraculous births.
“If the Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, you will also get that resurrection that Christ had in your mortal body.”
Jon Tyson preaches from Galatians 5:1, 13–15 that Christ calls believers to a gospel freedom that frees from condemnation and legalism and frees us to become who God made us to be — a freedom expressed by humble service to others and lived out by walking in the Spirit within Christian community.
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“Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation, but it is not to the flesh... But by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body; you will live.”
The service centered on seeking divine wisdom by relying on God as our ultimate guide — summarized as "God GPT" (Grace, Power, Timing). The preacher called listeners to repent, pursue intimacy with the Holy Spirit, embrace the disciplined process of discipleship, and practice integrity, cheerful giving, baptism, and obedience rather than chasing quick fixes or surface-level faith.
“Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation... For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God... we are heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ.”
The service centered on seeking divine wisdom by relying on God as our ultimate guide — summarized as "God GPT" (Grace, Power, Timing). The preacher called listeners to repent, pursue intimacy with the Holy Spirit, embrace the disciplined process of discipleship, and practice integrity, cheerful giving, baptism, and obedience rather than chasing quick fixes or surface-level faith.
“So then, brothers and sisters, we are debtors not to the flesh... For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God... the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God.”
A sermon on the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds calling believers to faithful, patient ministry in the 'between time' — to persist in compassion, justice, and service rather than rushing to condemn or 'uproot' others.
Charles Spurgeon
OBSERVE the title whereby he addressed the Church--"Brethren." It was the gospel which taught Paul how to say brother. If he had not been a Christian, his Jewish dignity would never have condescended to call a Roman--"brother;" for a Jew sneered at the Gentile, and called…
Read the full text“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.”
A Father's Day Sunday service centered on the theme 'Fathered by God.' The preacher urged listeners to know the Father's heart, trust His discipline, and receive His comfort by embracing repentance, baptism and the Holy Spirit. The service also emphasized wholehearted giving and a missions push, included communion, testimonies, a baptism, and community announcements.
“For as many as are led by the Spirit they are the sons of God.”
A midweek service focused on fatherhood using the parable of the Prodigal Son to teach about a father's heart: unconditional love and welcome, balanced discipline, provision, role-modelling, communication, and the church's call to celebrate and restore those who return.
“Those that are led by the Spirit of God are sons and daughters of God.”
A Sunday service focused on Philippians 2:5 urging believers to adopt the mindset of Christ. The sermon identified practical marks of spiritual maturity (positive under pressure, sensitivity to others, mastering the mouth, peacemaking), included corporate prayer/anointing for healing, ministry announcements, and an invitation to surrender to Jesus.
“Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God; the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship, and the Spirit testifies with our spirit that we're God's children and co-heirs with Christ.”
A Sunday service combining worship, prayer, testimonies and announcements, centered on Amy Orewing’s sermon asking “Whose son are you?” — a call to live in active sonship with God (Elohim, El Shaddai, Jehovah Jireh), receive provision, power and mission, plus invitations to respond in prayer.
“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God... And by Him we cry, 'Abba, Father.' We are heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ.”
A Father's Day Sunday service centered on the theme 'Fathered by God.' The preacher urged listeners to know the Father's heart, trust His discipline, and receive His comfort by embracing repentance, baptism and the Holy Spirit. The service also emphasized wholehearted giving and a missions push, included communion, testimonies, a baptism, and community announcements.
John Wesley
"Ye have not received the spirit of bondage again unto fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry Abba, Father." Romans 8:15. 1. ST. PAUL here speaks to those who are the children of God by faith. "Ye," saith he, who are…
Read the full text“The Spirit you received does not make you slaves so that you live in fear again... And by Him, we cry, Abba, Father.”
Angela Benjafield begins a new series, 'Tables of Transformation,' using the story of David and Mephibosheth to illustrate how the king's table models Jesus' invitation. The sermon highlights three transformations available at the king's table—acceptance, restoration (identity and inheritance), and relationship—and challenges listeners to identify and remove barriers that keep them from regularly feasting with Jesus. Practical encouragement focuses on choosing the table daily, receiving grace in brokenness, and relying on Jesus for fresh spiritual nourishment rather than stale or secondhand devotion.
“He says Abba, Father... I have received, we have received a spirit.”
Bishop Smith preached on the importance of the soul, calling believers to a serious, intentional faith rooted in prayer, obedience, and stewardship. Using Jesus' confrontation with Peter and His agony in Gethsemane as the centerpiece, he warned about Satan's deception and spiritual forces, urged consistent giving and service, invited participation in church events and leadership, and closed with an urgent call to salvation and a personal Gethsemane experience of prayer and surrender.
“God is spiritually my father.”
Pastor Allen Jackson teaches that our identity is rooted in God’s redemptive work and calls Christians to embrace the implications of being redeemed: humility, ongoing transformation, righteous living, freedom from condemnation, heavenly citizenship, and awareness of spiritual opposition.
“You can even refer to this as the orphan spirit versus spirit of adoption.”
Pastor Sam Gibson teaches from Romans 8 that rejection is inevitable for Christians, but God uses it to form us. The solution to being shaped by rejection or enslaved by the need for human recognition is the Spirit of adoption—receiving identity, status, and inheritance in Christ so we can respond to rejection from the place of being beloved. He contrasts the imposter/orphan self (performance, people-pleasing, needing recognition) with the beloved/adopted self (secure, free to risk, rooted in the Father's love) and issues practical invitations to receive healing and be reborn into that reality.
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“Paraphrase: 'we have not received again the spirit of fear but the spirit of adoption... that you are heirs of God with Christ.'”
Bishop Horace E. Smith preached a Father's Day message on fatherhood as a primary, shaping force in life and faith, calling the church to restoration through relationship with God the Father (Abba), to faithful stewardship, and to intentional leadership and mentorship during an upcoming pastoral transition.
“I release the spirit of adoption over this room ... that they are sons and daughters in the household of the king; the glorious inheritance that comes in Christ Jesus.”
Tim Brown preaches from John 8:31–47 that Jesus frees us from the lies that enslave us when we abide in his Word, replace our identity-lies with the person of Christ, and receive adoption as sons and daughters.
“For the Spirit...is not a spirit of slavery...but you have received the spirit of adoption...the spirit himself thus testifies...assuring us that we are children of God, and if we are his children then we are his heirs.”
A call to live a vision-driven Christian life by receiving how God sees us and embracing the mission He has for us. The sermon explains the believer's identity and inheritance, issues a call to salvation, encourages faithful giving, and urges commitment to discipleship and church community.
“We have not been given the spirit of bondage to fear, but we have been given the spirit of adoption, which allows you to cry, 'Abba, Father.'”
Bishop Smith preached on the importance of the soul, calling believers to a serious, intentional faith rooted in prayer, obedience, and stewardship. Using Jesus' confrontation with Peter and His agony in Gethsemane as the centerpiece, he warned about Satan's deception and spiritual forces, urged consistent giving and service, invited participation in church events and leadership, and closed with an urgent call to salvation and a personal Gethsemane experience of prayer and surrender.
“His Spirit testifying in your spirit that we are the children of God; because he has adopted us we cry 'Abba.'”
Elder Jonathan Banks teaches on the 'unstoppable kingdom' of God, using the Lord's Prayer as a framework to explain kinship with God, kingdom authority, and practical kingdom living. He emphasizes God's immutability—creator, provider, sustainer, perfecter—and the secret that believers are included as joint heirs and co-workers in God's redeeming plan.
“You have received the spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, 'Abba, Father.' The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.”
Pastor Sam Gibson teaches from Romans 8 that rejection is inevitable for Christians, but God uses it to form us. The solution to being shaped by rejection or enslaved by the need for human recognition is the Spirit of adoption—receiving identity, status, and inheritance in Christ so we can respond to rejection from the place of being beloved. He contrasts the imposter/orphan self (performance, people-pleasing, needing recognition) with the beloved/adopted self (secure, free to risk, rooted in the Father's love) and issues practical invitations to receive healing and be reborn into that reality.
“Most people operate in life through what the book of Romans calls in chapter 8 the spirit of slavery...you have not received the orphan spirit that spirit of slavery...but the spirit of adoption and by him by the spirit we cry Abba, Father.”
Jon Tyson preaches from Galatians 5:1, 13–15 that Christ calls believers to a gospel freedom that frees from condemnation and legalism and frees us to become who God made us to be — a freedom expressed by humble service to others and lived out by walking in the Spirit within Christian community.
“Reading from Romans 8:15-39 about receiving the spirit of adoption and that nothing can separate us from the love of God.”
Pastor Sam Gibson teaches from Romans 8 that rejection is inevitable for Christians, but God uses it to form us. The solution to being shaped by rejection or enslaved by the need for human recognition is the Spirit of adoption—receiving identity, status, and inheritance in Christ so we can respond to rejection from the place of being beloved. He contrasts the imposter/orphan self (performance, people-pleasing, needing recognition) with the beloved/adopted self (secure, free to risk, rooted in the Father's love) and issues practical invitations to receive healing and be reborn into that reality.
John Wesley
THE WITNESS OF THE SPIRIT Discourse I "The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God." Rom. 8:16 1. How many vain men, not understanding what they spake, neither whereof they affirmed, have wrested this Scripture to the great loss…
Read the full text“As many as are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God, and the Spirit bears witness with our own spirit.”
A Sunday worship service focused on God's faithfulness and timely interventions, the importance of prayer, guidance and thanksgiving, with teaching from the Psalms about faith, holiness and confident supplication. Practical calls include repentance, persistent prayer and meditation, wholehearted worship, generosity, and readiness to follow God's guidance.
“Romans chapter 8 speaks of believers as heirs of God (heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ).”
Pastor William McDowell teaches that our true inheritance is God Himself — intimate, present communion with the Father made possible by Christ's redemption and the indwelling Holy Spirit. Conviction and even judgment are reframed as evidence of God's nearness and loving pursuit, and holiness is presented not as a list of rules but as the natural fruit of living in God's presence. The sermon issues an invitation to 'remove' whatever hinders intimacy with God and to pursue the present and future reality of the kingdom.
“Paul said that if we are sons then we are heirs — heirs of God and we are joint heirs with Christ.”
Bishop Smith preached on the importance of the soul, calling believers to a serious, intentional faith rooted in prayer, obedience, and stewardship. Using Jesus' confrontation with Peter and His agony in Gethsemane as the centerpiece, he warned about Satan's deception and spiritual forces, urged consistent giving and service, invited participation in church events and leadership, and closed with an urgent call to salvation and a personal Gethsemane experience of prayer and surrender.
“We have access now as heirs and joint heirs with Jesus Christ.”
A Romans 12–centered message distinguishing manifestation gifts from motivational (Romans 12) gifts, calling believers to consecration and sober self-assessment so their God-given graces can mature. Emphasis on unity of the body, healthy leadership, disciplined vessels (ego/appetite), and practical church life (altar seed, communion, volunteer mobilization).
““He has made us joint heirs of Christ, heirs of God.””
Elder Jonathan Banks teaches on the 'unstoppable kingdom' of God, using the Lord's Prayer as a framework to explain kinship with God, kingdom authority, and practical kingdom living. He emphasizes God's immutability—creator, provider, sustainer, perfecter—and the secret that believers are included as joint heirs and co-workers in God's redeeming plan.
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“'For the earnest expectation of the creature. Waiting for the manifestation of the sons of God.' (Romans 8:19).”
A Sunday service focused on 'conditions for fellowshipping with God,' teaching that sin severs fellowship while genuine salvation, repentance, holiness, prayer, worship and obedience restore and sustain intimacy with God. The sermon combined exhortation, testimonies from a recent convention, practical steps for spiritual establishment, and a call to respond.
“To this earnest of the creation, waiting for the manifestation of the (sons of) God.”
A Sunday service focused on worship and prayer with an extended call to prepare spiritually for an upcoming regional convention. The service emphasized consecration, unity in prayer, expectation and faith for divine visitation, support for church leadership, and invitations to salvation and spiritual growth.
“For the endless expectation of the creation waited for the manifestation of the sons of God.”
A multifaceted Sunday service combining corporate prayer and worship, practical teaching on the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10), and an encouraging message on receiving more from Christ and the Holy Spirit. The service emphasized genuine conversion, evangelism, unity (no discrimination), hearing the Word before service, sanctification, and practical fellowship (convention, youth fest, picnic), with healing and dedication moments.
“For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”
A youth-led Sunday service focused on the mission of the 70 (Luke 10): believers are sent to sow the gospel, equipped by God, and called to persistent, humble evangelism. The teaching emphasized prayer, dependence on God, staying focused amid distractions and opposition, bringing peace, and rejoicing in being used by God. The service included prayer, Scripture readings, a drama and testimonies illustrating outreach, youth and children presentations, Father's Day celebrations, and practical announcements (Youth Fest, regional convention, July 4 cookout).
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“For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God... Now hope that is seen is not hope, for who hopes for what is seen?”
A sermon on the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds calling believers to faithful, patient ministry in the 'between time' — to persist in compassion, justice, and service rather than rushing to condemn or 'uproot' others.
John Wesley
The General Deliverance "The earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him that subjected it: Yet in hope that the creature itself also shall be…
Read the full text“According to Romans 8, the rivers and streams and mountains are waiting for the people of God to get it together because the Bible says only when we have walked upright... the curse [will be] lifted from the earth.”
A Bible study on what makes a church healthy: clarifying the identity and function of God's people, the church, and the kingdom; calling believers to daily engagement with Scripture, committed discipleship, corporate purpose/destiny, faithful witness, and submission to godly leadership.
“There was a groan in creation and out of heaven, heaven responded to that groan.”
A Bible-study message on kingdom strategy: how to move from God's vision to sustainable results by discerning the end, assessing present reality, building backwards, aligning people/resources/timing, measuring progress, executing with flexibility, and developing endurance under pressure.
““the world is aching, creation is groaning” (paraphrase of Romans 8:22).”
A sermon calling believers to embody what it truly means to be Christian: not merely a label but a life of radical compassion, justice, forgiveness, and service that makes Jesus visible in the world. The preacher contrasts authentic discipleship with exclusionary nationalism, urges repentance and reliance on grace, and invites the congregation into renewed community mission and welcome.
“Hope that is seen is not hope; for in this hope we were saved... Who hopes for what he already sees?”
A sermon teaching the 'threefold cord'—a twin motif: the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) and the trio love, hope, faith—presented as a practical, integrated formula for prayer, family life, healing, and spiritual success.
“Paul writes, 'The Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.'”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“Paul writes, 'The Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.'”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“The Bible says when we don't know what to pray the Spirit itself makes intercession with moanings and groanings that cannot be uttered.”
A Bible study teaching that generosity must be a cultivated culture in apostolic churches, rooted first in surrender to Christ. The sermon unpacks 2 Corinthians 8 and Acts to define four dimensions of giving—tithe (firstness), offerings (willingness/sacrifice), benevolence (body-conscious care), and shared resources (internal economic support)—and gives practical safeguards and applications for building a generous, mission-ready church.
“the Spirit helps us in our infirmities.”
Apostle Tobi teaches that believers are 'champion seed' born into spiritual conflict and called to fight from victory. Using Jacob and Esau, he urges listeners to develop spiritual discipline, practical skill (the 'stew' as a medium of transfer), and a persistent prayer life to claim their destiny, receive revelation and experience deliverance.
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“The Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness; the Spirit himself intercedes with inexpressible groanings, and the one who searches hearts knows the intention of the Spirit.”
Father Enrique uses the parables of the kingdom (weeds, mustard seed, yeast) to teach that God grows great things from small beginnings. He applies this to the Church, missionary expansion, family life, sacraments, and daily acts of love, urging patience, trust, and faithful stewardship of the ‘mustard seeds’ God gives us.
“Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses... the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered; now he who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is.”
A pastoral exhortation to not be alarmed by current wars or speculative end-times connections, to center allegiance on Christ and the church’s mission, and to respond through Scripture-shaped prayer—especially intercession for believers—relying on the Holy Spirit and prayer in tongues rather than partisan engagement.
“The Holy Spirit intercedes for us through wordless groans (Spirit helps in our weakness).”
David Thomas exhorts the congregation to pursue a tenacious, heart-broken form of prayer—what he calls travailing prayer or a “love that cannot be silenced”—arguing that sustained, repentant, tearful intercession is the groundwork for revival. Drawing on a recent outpouring at Asbury, historical awakenings, and a Gospel story of a desperate father, he invites Hillsong to reclaim persistent prayer, expect God’s presence in worship, and commit to praying until breakthrough comes.
“The Spirit helps us in our weaknesses...and we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.”
A Sunday service focused on prayer as the believer's solution. The preacher outlines five conditions for answered prayer—being saved, exercising faith, obedience, a forgiving spirit, and asking according to God’s will—then leads the congregation through Scripture-based prayer points for deliverance from temptation, spiritual awakening, strength by the Holy Spirit, humility and casting anxieties on God, and corporate enablement for the church.
“In the same way the Spirit helps us in our weakness...the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans...and we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.”
The service centered on seeking divine wisdom by relying on God as our ultimate guide — summarized as "God GPT" (Grace, Power, Timing). The preacher called listeners to repent, pursue intimacy with the Holy Spirit, embrace the disciplined process of discipleship, and practice integrity, cheerful giving, baptism, and obedience rather than chasing quick fixes or surface-level faith.
“The Spirit helps us in our weakness... the Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words... We know that all things work together for good for those who love God... Who will separate us from the love of God? ... nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord.”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
“now he who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the spirit is because he makes intercession for the saints according to the will of god”
A pastoral exhortation to not be alarmed by current wars or speculative end-times connections, to center allegiance on Christ and the church’s mission, and to respond through Scripture-shaped prayer—especially intercession for believers—relying on the Holy Spirit and prayer in tongues rather than partisan engagement.
Charles Spurgeon
I. WE have here the description of a true Christian, and a declaration of that Christian's blessedness. We have him first very succinctly, but very fully described in these words--"Them that love God, them who are the called according to his purpose." These two expressions are…
Read the full text“All things work together for the good of them that love the Lord and who are called according to his purpose.”
The preacher taught that sometimes the most faithful action is to stop striving, relax your grip, and let God work. By practicing 'active waiting'—trusting God's sovereignty rather than reacting in fear or control—we gain peace amid chaos and allow God to move on our behalf.
“God says that all things work together for good.”
Sermon on Luke 16:10 urging believers to be faithful in small things so God can promote them. Emphasis on development during delays, daily habits, humility/submission, resisting small compromises, and practical steps (memorize Scripture, give tithes, serve in outreach). Uses Joseph and Job as examples; includes church announcements and invitations to salvation and prayer.
“"And we know that all things...work together for good to those that are called according to his purpose."”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“Paraphrase: "All things work together for good to them that love God, who are called according to his purpose."”
A sermon warning believers about Lucifer's deceptive tactics — his ability to masquerade as an angel of light and use fleshly conduits (media, relationships, desires) to blind people ('eyes wide shut'). The preacher explains biblical examples (Paul's warnings, Ephesians 6, Genesis 3), exposes practical conduits of deception, and exhorts the congregation to prayer, Scripture, vigilance, and repentance.
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“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God... For whom he did predestinate, to be conformed to the image of his Son.”
Bishop B. Hibbert taught on 'irresistible grace,' explaining that God's grace transforms the heart from the inside out and must lead to holiness and committed discipleship. He contrasted 'cheap grace' (forgiveness without repentance or discipleship) with 'costly grace' (the gospel's call to deny self, take up the cross, and live a transformed life).
“We know that all things work for good for those who love God... For those he foreknew he also predestined, and those he predestined he also called, justified, and glorified.”
Father Enrique's homily reflects on the parables of the treasure and the pearl to call believers to prize the kingdom of God above all, and he highlights the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly—honoring grandparents as vital transmitters of faith and memory while urging families to intentionally pass on and heal their spiritual legacy.
““All things work together for good to those who love God... for those he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his dear son.””
A Sunday message warning against spiritual lies and fabrications that keep believers 'tied' — preventing freedom, growth and authentic relationship with God — and calling listeners to examine heart motives, move from religion to relationship, embrace truth, community, repentance, and faithful stewardship.
John Wesley
"Whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son: -- Whom he did predestinate, them he also called. And whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified." Romans 8:29, 30. Our…
Read the full text“For whom God foreknew which was us since he formed us in our mother's womb he also predestined us to be conformed into the image of his son Jesus, and whom he predestined, those he called. And those whom he called, these he justified, and whom he justified, he also glorified.”
Pastor Steve Wilburn uses the story of Jonah to explore regrets: how resisting God's call brings consequences, how God uses affliction to awaken us, and how God still offers second chances and a mission to reach the lost. He calls believers to repent, forgive, prioritize God's purposes, and share the gospel with compassion.
“For those he foreknew, he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his dear Son (and related wording about foreknew, predestined, conformed).”
A Sunday message warning against spiritual lies and fabrications that keep believers 'tied' — preventing freedom, growth and authentic relationship with God — and calling listeners to examine heart motives, move from religion to relationship, embrace truth, community, repentance, and faithful stewardship.
“before we were conceived, God knew us...it was already predetermined that we would be conformed to the image of his son”
Sermon on Luke 16:10 urging believers to be faithful in small things so God can promote them. Emphasis on development during delays, daily habits, humility/submission, resisting small compromises, and practical steps (memorize Scripture, give tithes, serve in outreach). Uses Joseph and Job as examples; includes church announcements and invitations to salvation and prayer.
“Romans 8:29 about God foreknowing and predestining us to be conformed to the image of his Son.”
Pastor Steve Wilburn uses the story of Jonah to explore regrets: how resisting God's call brings consequences, how God uses affliction to awaken us, and how God still offers second chances and a mission to reach the lost. He calls believers to repent, forgive, prioritize God's purposes, and share the gospel with compassion.
“For whom he predestined, those he also called.”
A worship service featuring a sermon that uses the calling of Peter (the fishing narrative) to teach five life lessons about Jesus' call: he calls the right people, calls at the right time, brings abundant blessings, calls holy people to holy work, and commissions believers to ongoing evangelism. The service included worship, announcements, prayer, an invitation to salvation, and practical steps for sharing the gospel.
“‘In whom he predestined... these he also called, and whom he called he also justified, whom he justified he also glorified.’”
Dr. Jim Wicker preaches from Luke 5:1–11 (the call of the fishermen) with five life lessons: Jesus calls the right people, gives the right task at the right time, blesses abundantly, exposes our sin by his holiness, and commissions us for lifelong disciple-making. He gives practical evangelism steps (go where the fish are, use the right bait, be patient, reel in the catch) and issues a clear invitation to trust Christ, recommit, or respond to vocational ministry.
“We thank you for predestinating us, for calling us, for justifying us; whom you justified you will also glorify.”
Midweek Bible study teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit: His identity as God (not merely a force), how He operates with the Father and Son, His roles (Comforter, Teacher, Revealer, Builder), the importance of relationship with Him, and why character (the fruit) must precede destiny.
“Romans 8:30 — 'Moreover whom he did predestinate them he also called; and whom he called, them he also justified; and whom he justified, them he also glorified.'”
A theological teaching on 'irresistible grace' explaining that salvation is entirely God's work (monergistic regeneration): grace is unmerited, transforms the dead heart into a willing heart, and secures the believer from start to glorification.
“Paul: 'If God be for us, who can be against us?'”
A Communion Sunday message urging believers to trust God's promises, wait and surrender rather than trying to force outcomes, illustrated by Abraham's story (Isaac vs. Ishmael). The sermon connects covenant faithfulness to lasting blessing, emphasizes grace, giving, and invites listeners to salvation and communion.
“"If God be for us, if God be for us, if God be for us, who can be against us?"”
A Sunday service centered on petitioning God for deliverance from persecutors. The preacher teaches that persecution is spiritual in origin, often provoked by righteousness or success, and calls believers to respond with prayer, holiness, perseverance, praise, and seeking reconciliation when at fault.
“If our God is for us, who can be against us?”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
“If God be for me.”
Bishop Marc House preaches that prolonged opposition often precedes promotion: persevering worship, faithfulness, and right relationships position believers for sudden turnaround, deliverance, and advancement.
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“What then shall we say... If God is for us, who can be against us? He who spared not his own Son but gave him up for us all; how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?”
Rev. Fitzgerald preaches from Numbers 14 about Moses' intercession, emphasizing that everyone 'stands in the need of prayer.' He urges believers to pray for God's glory and mercy, to remain dependent, thankful, and content, to confess sin daily, and to rely on Christ as the ultimate mediator.
“What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?”
A live online Sunday message encouraging the Deeper global family to engage in worship, giving, and prayer while declaring that the church and individuals are entering a new season. The preacher explains that intensified opposition and spiritual warfare often indicate a revealed future and an assignment from God, using the Apostle Paul's life as a case study, and closes with an invitation to faith in Christ.
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To The Reader: Nothing but the strongest conviction, not only that what is here advanced is "the truth as it is in Jesus," but also that I am indispensably obliged to declare this truth to all the world, could have induced me openly to oppose the…
Read the full text““He that spared not his own Son but delivered him up for us all…” (Romans 8:32 quoted)”
Bishop B. Hibbert taught on 'irresistible grace,' explaining that God's grace transforms the heart from the inside out and must lead to holiness and committed discipleship. He contrasted 'cheap grace' (forgiveness without repentance or discipleship) with 'costly grace' (the gospel's call to deny self, take up the cross, and live a transformed life).
“for loving us so that you spared not your only begotten son”
Pastor Leslie Taylor preaches from Acts with the theme “How to Deal with Your Midnights.” He defines “midnight” as the times of darkness, trial, and loss that every believer will face. Using Paul and Silas (and Old Testament examples) he urges three practical responses: pray, praise, and allow God to use your suffering as a platform to minister to others. The sermon closes with an invitation to salvation and renewed discipleship.
“Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? God is the one who justifies.”
A worship service featuring a sermon that uses the calling of Peter (the fishing narrative) to teach five life lessons about Jesus' call: he calls the right people, calls at the right time, brings abundant blessings, calls holy people to holy work, and commissions believers to ongoing evangelism. The service included worship, announcements, prayer, an invitation to salvation, and practical steps for sharing the gospel.
“‘Who will bring a charge against God's elect? God is the one who justifies.’”
Dr. Jim Wicker preaches from Luke 5:1–11 (the call of the fishermen) with five life lessons: Jesus calls the right people, gives the right task at the right time, blesses abundantly, exposes our sin by his holiness, and commissions us for lifelong disciple-making. He gives practical evangelism steps (go where the fish are, use the right bait, be patient, reel in the catch) and issues a clear invitation to trust Christ, recommit, or respond to vocational ministry.
“The Lord went to the garden to make intercession; He sits at the right hand and makes intercession for His people.”
Bishop Smith preached on the importance of the soul, calling believers to a serious, intentional faith rooted in prayer, obedience, and stewardship. Using Jesus' confrontation with Peter and His agony in Gethsemane as the centerpiece, he warned about Satan's deception and spiritual forces, urged consistent giving and service, invited participation in church events and leadership, and closed with an urgent call to salvation and a personal Gethsemane experience of prayer and surrender.
“Romans 8 tells us that Christ is at the right hand of the Father, and he's making intercession for you.”
Pastor Shane teaches that seasons of shaking or 'sifting' are not proof of failure but are God’s process to remove what cannot go with you (the chaff) and reveal and strengthen what can (the wheat). Using Peter's denial and a contemporary testimony, he emphasizes that Jesus prays for our faith to survive the sifting, and gives practical steps—recognize lies, replace them with truth, engage community, pray and take thoughts captive. The sermon invites listeners to return to God, receive prayer, join community, and continue in faithful living (including generosity and evangelism).
“Who will separate us from the love of God? Neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers... will be able to separate us from the love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord.”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
“What will separate us from the love of Christ? ... neither death nor life nor angels nor principalities ... will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
A Sunday homily reflecting on the multiplication of the loaves that connects the miracle to the Eucharist and the offertory: we are invited to gratefully offer even small gifts so Christ can multiply them for the life of the Church and the world.
“Who will separate us from the love of Christ? ... In all these things, we're more than conquerors ... nothing ... will be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
An encouraging sermon calling believers to lift their eyes, maintain a faith-shaped mentality, speak God’s promises aloud, and expect a divine turnaround in every stalled or defeated area of life.
“Romans 8:35-39 is listed as part of the scripture lesson to be read.”
A homegoing service for Jason (JJ) Samuels Jr. combining eulogies, prayers, hymns and a pastoral sermon. Speakers celebrated JJ's life and tech gifts, offered comfort to the family, and the pastor used the Rich Man and Lazarus story to warn of eternal consequences while calling listeners to repentance and readiness for Christ.
“One can separate us from the love of Jesus.”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
““Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress...” (Romans 8:35).”
A Sunday service teaching on end-times doctrine (the Great Tribulation, rapture, and Christ’s second coming) coupled with pastoral exhortations to holiness, perseverance, resisting temptation by the Word, and living truthfully in the church.
“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ — shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?”
A live online Sunday message encouraging the Deeper global family to engage in worship, giving, and prayer while declaring that the church and individuals are entering a new season. The preacher explains that intensified opposition and spiritual warfare often indicate a revealed future and an assignment from God, using the Apostle Paul's life as a case study, and closes with an invitation to faith in Christ.
“Sino ang makapaghihiwalay sa atin sa pag-ibig ni Kristo?”
A worship/service sermon (Mahal Ako ng Diyos) encouraging believers to cling to God's love amid trials — using Psalm 138, Romans, Jacob's wrestling, testimonies of conversion and healing, and an invitation to believe the Gospel.
“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? ... Nay, in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.”
A Sunday service teaching on end-times doctrine (the Great Tribulation, rapture, and Christ’s second coming) coupled with pastoral exhortations to holiness, perseverance, resisting temptation by the Word, and living truthfully in the church.
“"For your sakes we face death all day long...we are more than conquerors...neither death nor life...nor anything else in all of creation will be able to separate me from the love of God."”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“Indeed, He has made me more than a conqueror.”
An encouraging sermon calling believers to lift their eyes, maintain a faith-shaped mentality, speak God’s promises aloud, and expect a divine turnaround in every stalled or defeated area of life.
“"No, in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him that loved us."”
A Bible study on God’s ‘‘unstoppable kingdom’’ that explores Acts 19’s account of new believers renouncing occult practices and shows how a prevailing, kingdom-centered faith—modeled by Abraham and grounded in the church—enables believers to overcome sin, receive God’s provision, and walk in victory.
“I'm more than a conqueror through him who loved me.”
A sermon on Mark 4 emphasizing kingdom principles: the parable of the sower and the seed that grows. The pastor teaches that the 'seed' is the Word/what we say — spoken faith and repeated confession plant truth in the heart, producing spiritual fruit. He applies the parable to hearing rightly, guarding against cares and love of money, evangelism, stewardship, healing, family life, and practical kingdom living.
“He's more than a conqueror through Jesus Christ who strengthens him.”
Bishop Senegal teaches that strategic thinking is an apostolic grace that turns faith into responsible action: begin with a clear end, write and communicate the vision, assess current reality honestly, build backwards by sequencing systems and pillars, and align people, resources and timing so God’s vision can be stewarded and scaled.
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“Nothing can separate us from that love. Even in death, we belong to him.”
Melissa Hollerith preaches that Christians are called to trust God rather than cling to control or possessions, using a personal hurricane-evacuation story and Peter walking on the water to urge the congregation to live by faith and embrace the promise, "Do not be afraid."
“Nothing at all can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus (paraphrase of Romans 8:38-39).”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
“"Nothing shall be able to separate us from the love of God...the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus, our Lord."”
A Bible study on God’s ‘‘unstoppable kingdom’’ that explores Acts 19’s account of new believers renouncing occult practices and shows how a prevailing, kingdom-centered faith—modeled by Abraham and grounded in the church—enables believers to overcome sin, receive God’s provision, and walk in victory.
“Nothing can separate you from the love of Christ Jesus.”
A sermon calling believers to evidence their newness in Christ through daily surrender, separation from worldly patterns, and inward transformation—practical teaching on holiness and a public appeal for salvation, restored fellowship, and church membership.
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“Paul said that he was convinced that neither death nor life,”
A youth-led Sunday service focused on the mission of the 70 (Luke 10): believers are sent to sow the gospel, equipped by God, and called to persistent, humble evangelism. The teaching emphasized prayer, dependence on God, staying focused amid distractions and opposition, bringing peace, and rejoicing in being used by God. The service included prayer, Scripture readings, a drama and testimonies illustrating outreach, youth and children presentations, Father's Day celebrations, and practical announcements (Youth Fest, regional convention, July 4 cookout).
“Sapagkat natitiyak kong walang makapaghihiwalay sa atin sa kanyang pag-ibig.”
A worship/service sermon (Mahal Ako ng Diyos) encouraging believers to cling to God's love amid trials — using Psalm 138, Romans, Jacob's wrestling, testimonies of conversion and healing, and an invitation to believe the Gospel.
“The Bible says this... Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.”
Pastors Josh, Paul, and Carlos discuss whether "generational curses" are biblical, distinguishing between punitive consequences, generational influences/strongholds, and the Christian's standing in Christ. They also define types of "possession," explain how believers can be oppressed but not owned by demons, and offer pastoral counsel for breaking family patterns through discipleship, prayer, and personal responsibility.
“nor heights or depths nor any other creature shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
A New Converts Graduation service at Gospel Assembly Church celebrating completion of the 20-lesson new convert program. The service combined worship, testimonies of transformed lives, an overview of the discipleship curriculum, scripture reading (Deuteronomy 8), recognition of teachers, exhortations to persevere and serve, and presentation of certificates.
“Ang kataasan, ang kalaliman o alinmang nilalang ay hindi makapaghihiwalay sa atin sa pag-ibig ng Diyos sa pamamagitan ni Kristo Jesus.”
A worship/service sermon (Mahal Ako ng Diyos) encouraging believers to cling to God's love amid trials — using Psalm 138, Romans, Jacob's wrestling, testimonies of conversion and healing, and an invitation to believe the Gospel.
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