Sermons from Central Church of God in Charlotte, NC. Listen to Pastor Loran Livingston as he delivers his "tell it as it is" sermons from the Word of God each Sunday morning and evening.
The CCoG's Podcast is an incredible podcast that I stumbled upon recently and it has completely captivated me. From the moment I started listening, I couldn't stop and now I find myself eagerly awaiting new episodes. It is a truly hardcore podcast that discusses topics that are often missing within the church body today. The sermons preached on this podcast are powerful, thought-provoking, and life-changing.
One of the best aspects of The CCoG's Podcast is the passion and authenticity of the preacher, Pastor Livingston, and everyone at Central who brings these messages across the world. The messages delivered have ignited a fire in my heart that I never felt before. The depth in which Pastor Livingston preaches is remarkable, yet he manages to keep it simple enough for anyone to understand. His teachings have had a profound impact on my walk with the Lord and have changed my life forever.
Another great aspect of this podcast is the convenience it offers. With an app available, listeners can easily choose between different service times, making it easier than ever to listen on the go. This feature has been incredibly helpful for me as I can now stay connected with these powerful sermons no matter where I am.
While there may not be any specific negative aspects to this podcast, some listeners may find Pastor Livingston's preaching style intense or too hardcore for their taste. Nevertheless, his passionate delivery only adds to the impact of his messages and helps drive home important spiritual truths.
In conclusion, The CCoG's Podcast is by far one of my favorite podcasts out there. It is filled with Spirit-inspired messages that get right to the heart of living a Christ-centered life. Pastor Livingston's preaching has become a source of inspiration and guidance for me during difficult times in my life. If you are looking for undiluted gospel teachings that will challenge, convict, and inspire you, then this podcast is an absolute must-listen!

2026-05-17-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 17, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1–5, 1 Timothy 2:12, Revelation 2:18–24, Acts 20:29–31, 1 Timothy 4:1–3 Notes: -We can't allow God's Word to be like going to a grocery store -picking only what we think we need, says Pastor Livingston. -We must learn to follow all doctrine in Scripture. -The world will twist the truth -false teachers will distort it for their own gain -true Christians must adhere to sound doctrine found in the Bible.

2026-05-17-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 17, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1–5, 1 Timothy 2:12, Revelation 2:18–24, Acts 20:29–31, 1 Timothy 4:1–3 Notes: -We can't allow God's Word to be like going to a grocery store -picking only what we think we need, says Pastor Livingston. -We must learn to follow all doctrine in Scripture. -The world will twist the truth -false teachers will distort it for their own gain -true Christians must adhere to sound doctrine found in the Bible.

2026-05-10-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 10, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Revelation 17:14, Revelation 18:4, Matthew 7:13–14 Notes: -if you have confessed to faith in Jesus, He has forgiven your sins. -Pastor Livingston reminds us that we must also keep ourselves clean from the distraction and discouragement of the world. -By "washing our robes", we prepare ourselves every day until Jesus calls us to heaven.

2026-05-10-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 10, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Revelation 17:14, Revelation 18:4, Matthew 7:13–14 Notes: -if you have confessed to faith in Jesus, He has forgiven your sins. -Pastor Livingston reminds us that we must also keep ourselves clean from the distraction and discouragement of the world. -By "washing our robes", we prepare ourselves every day until Jesus calls us to heaven.

2026-05-03-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 3, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Mark 11:12–14, Matthew 21:18–19, Romans 6:15–22, Revelation 11:1–2 Notes: -Is godliness growing in your life? -When you are obeying Jesus, there is a change in your life that should be evident -Fruit should be seen in your life showing a deep abiding faith, peace and desire for the things of

2026-05-03-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, May 3, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Mark 11:12–14, Matthew 21:18–19, Romans 6:15–22, Revelation 11:1–2 Notes: -Is godliness growing in your life? -When you are obeying Jesus, there is a change in your life that should be evident -Fruit should be seen in your life showing a deep abiding faith, peace and desire for the things of

2026-04-26-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 26, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Mark 14:3–9, Revelation 14:13 Notes: -Jesus sees the deeds of Christians to others as being done to Him, says Pastor Livingston. -This should alter how we act, because, according to Revelation, our works will follow us into heaven -They are as worship to Jesus, and everything we do matters.

2026-04-26-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 26, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Mark 14:3–9, Revelation 14:13 Notes: -Jesus sees the deeds of Christians to others as being done to Him, says Pastor Livingston. -This should alter how we act, because, according to Revelation, our works will follow us into heaven -They are as worship to Jesus, and everything we do matters.

2026-04-19-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 19, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Hebrews 1:1–6, Leviticus 16:7–10, Leviticus 6:20–22 Notes: -Jesus is divinely able create, heal, and resurrect. -As Pastor Livingston extracts from Hebrews 1, He is powerful enough to take our sins and cast them away forever

2026-04-19-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 19, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Hebrews 1:1–6, Leviticus 16:7–10, Leviticus 6:20–22 Notes: -Jesus is divinely able create, heal, and resurrect. -As Pastor Livingston extracts from Hebrews 1, He is powerful enough to take our sins and cast them away forever ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 260412-1030 Loran Livingston God Is Going To Help Us 2026-04-12-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 12 2026, in the 10:30 am service.

2026-04-12-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 12 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Acts 24:25, Acts 17:23–34 Notes: -If you don't know God, He will help you, if you look for Him. -If you do know God, He will help you. -Put Your faith in God, and He can be trusted to bring you through fear, doubt, weariness and more

2026-04-12-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 12 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Acts 24:25, Acts 17:23–34 Notes: -If you don't know God, He will help you, if you look for Him. -If you do know God, He will help you. -Put Your faith in God, and He can be trusted to bring you through fear, doubt, weariness and more.

2026-04-03-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 5 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Luke 24, Acts 1:1–3 Notes: -Although attempts have been made throughout the centuries to discredit Christ's resurrection, Christians should not rely on things they see or hear, says Pastor Livingston. -Read God's Word itself, which reveals many proofs of who Jesus is and what He had done for mankind.

2026-04-03-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, April 5 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Luke 24, Acts 1:1–3 Notes: -Although attempts have been made throughout the centuries to discredit Christ's resurrection, Christians should not rely on things they see or hear, says Pastor Livingston. -Read God's Word itself, which reveals many proofs of who Jesus is and what He had done for mankind.

2026-03-29-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 29 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: 1 Cor 11:23-26; Heb 10:11-22; Psalm 145 Notes: -Easter Musical and communion

2026-03-29-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 29 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: 1 Cor 11:23-26; Heb 10:11-22; Psalm 145 Notes: -Easter Musical and communion

2026-03-22-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 22 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Titus 3:5; Exodus 20:5; Numbers 14:18; Exodus 34:7;; Galatians 3:13&14; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Notes: -Jesus broke the curse of sin when He died on the cross, says Pastor Livingston. -Although all people have an inclination toward sin, Believers live under grace and forgiveness. -You can be delivered from sin's power and condemnation that comes from it if you trust in His victorious sacrifice.

2026-03-22-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 22 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Titus 3:5; Exodus 20:5; Numbers 14:18; Exodus 34:7;; Galatians 3:13&14; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Notes: -Jesus broke the curse of sin when He died on the cross, says Pastor Livingston. -Although all people have an inclination toward sin, Believers live under grace and forgiveness. -You can be delivered from sin's power and condemnation that comes from it if you trust in His victorious sacrifice.

2026-03-15-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 15 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3 Notes: -Despite war, false teachers and evil in the world, Pastor Livingston reminds us that -if Christians will keep drawing close to Jesus, there is much to look forward to in His Kingdom of righteousness, -peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

2026-03-15-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 15 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3 Notes: -Despite war, false teachers and evil in the world, Pastor Livingston reminds us that -if Christians will keep drawing close to Jesus, there is much to look forward to in His Kingdom of righteousness, -peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

2026-03-08-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 8 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Galatians 1:6–10, Romans 1, Leviticus 20, Jeremiah 23, 1 Kings 13 Notes: -It is easy in today's culture to hear from many so-called Christian teachers and prophets, but many distort the gospel -But Pastor Livingston warns us to be careful of what we listen to -To protect yourself, pray and let the Holy Spirit in us discern the truth

2026-03-08-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 8 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Galatians 1:6–10, Romans 1, Leviticus 20, Jeremiah 23, 1 Kings 13 Notes: -It is easy in today's culture to hear from many so-called Christian teachers and prophets, but many distort the gospel -But Pastor Livingston warns us to be careful of what we listen to -To protect yourself, pray and let the Holy Spirit in us discern the truth

2026-03-01-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 1 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Romans 8:1-39 Notes: -In many dark times, especially the dark of night, we battle with doubts and other attacks from Satan. -Romans 8 walks us through life, from reminding us that there is no condemnation to those who are in Jesus, to asserting that nothing can separate us from God.

2026-03-01-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, March 1 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Romans 8:1-39 Notes: -In many dark times, especially the dark of night, we battle with doubts and other attacks from Satan. -Romans 8 walks us through life, from reminding us that there is no condemnation to those who are in Jesus, to asserting that nothing can separate us from God.

2026-02-22-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 22, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Revelation 3:18, 2 Corinthians 3:17–18, Galatians 5:19, Luke 8:35 Notes: -To know the Lord more, there are things we must say "no" to, says Pastor Livingston. -There are unclean spirits everywhere -Satan would like nothing better than to strip Christians of their covering of God's glory

2026-02-22-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 22, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Revelation 3:18, 2 Corinthians 3:17–18, Galatians 5:19, Luke 8:35 Notes: -To know the Lord more, there are things we must say "no" to, says Pastor Livingston. -There are unclean spirits everywhere -Satan would like nothing better than to strip Christians of their covering of God's glory

2026-02-15-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 15, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Hebrews 6:9–12, Acts 10:31 Notes: - As with Abraham, Noah, and Joseph, God never forgets - Pastor Livingston reminds us today, He hasn't forgotten us - "God is not unjust to forget your labor of love which you have shown toward His name"

2026-02-15-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 15, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Hebrews 6:9–12, Acts 10:31 Notes: - As with Abraham, Noah, and Joseph, God never forgets - Pastor Livingston reminds us today, He hasn't forgotten us - "God is not unjust to forget your labor of love which you have shown toward His name"

2026-02-08-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 8, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67 Notes: -When you study the scriptures, you will learn a theological phrase at some point 2 words. -Types and shadows -In the Old Testament types of people that represent Jesus. -The shadows, all kind of worship that points to Jesus in the. -It all points back to Jesus. -We've never seen Him , but we love Him.

2026-02-08-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 8, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67 Notes: -When you study the scriptures, you will learn a theological phrase at some point 2 words. -Types and shadows -In the Old Testament types of people that represent Jesus. -The shadows, all kind of worship that points to Jesus in the. -It all points back to Jesus. -We've never seen Him , but we love Him.

2026-02-01-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, February 1, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Heb 11:8 Notes: -- Due to snow, a pre-recorded message was shown

2026-01-25-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 25, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Rev 1413 Notes: - Due to snow, a recording of the Church of God Camp Meeting from 2025 was shown

2026-01-18-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 18, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11, Genesis 14:17–23, Genesis 15:1, 2 Peter 2:7–8 Notes: -Pastor Livingston again urges Christians to get to the point where we desire God's presence more than anything on this Earth. -We are only here temporarily. -Things will pass away, but we have a heavenly home with Him that will last forever -and we must put our focus and heart on that fact.

2026-01-18-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 18, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11, Genesis 14:17–23, Genesis 15:1, 2 Peter 2:7–8 Notes: -Pastor Livingston again urges Christians to get to the point where we desire God's presence more than anything on this Earth. -We are only here temporarily. -Things will pass away, but we have a heavenly home with Him that will last forever -and we must put our focus and heart on that fact.

2026-01-11-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 11, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 13:10-12; Exodus 32 Notes: -You never honor God by disobeying Him. -The word of God is powerful; always trust and obey. -God wants you to do what He says; hear it and do it.

2026-01-11-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 11, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 13:10-12; Exodus 32 Notes: -You never honor God by disobeying Him. -The word of God is powerful; always trust and obey. -God wants you to do what He says; hear it and do it.

2026-01-04-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 4, 2026, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: 1 John 2:15–17, Matthew 6:9–13 Notes: -There are methods Satan uses to hinder Christians, says Pastor Livingston. But scripture gives us direction for living to establish the way we should go. -The only way to be victorious is to learn and rely on the Word of God.

2026-01-04-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, January 4, 2026, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: 1 John 2:15–17, Matthew 6:9–13 Notes: -There are methods Satan uses to hinder Christians, says Pastor Livingston. But scripture gives us direction for living to establish the way we should go. -The only way to be victorious is to learn and rely on the Word of God.

2025-12-28-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 28, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 1:1-16 Notes: -Pastor Livingston says there are 4 stages in life. -(1) Feeling and being excited when we first got saved. -(2) Accomplishments: What can I do for God? -(3) God is working in me. -(4) Where I am right now in my life.

2025-12-28-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 28, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 1:1-16 Notes: -Pastor Livingston says there are 4 stages in life. -(1) Feeling and being excited when we first got saved. -(2) Accomplishments: What can I do for God? -(3) God is working in me. -(4) Where I am right now in my life.

2025-12-21-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 21, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25; 2nd Corinthians 8:15 Notes: -God aloud a perfect Jesus to come to earth through an imperfect family lineage. -It shows us that He ca make something great out of our broken lives, despite our history.

2025-12-21-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 21, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25; 2nd Corinthians 8:15 Notes: -God aloud a perfect Jesus to come to earth through an imperfect family lineage. -It shows us that He ca make something great out of our broken lives, despite our history.

2025-12-14-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 14, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 24:36–44, 1 Thessalonians 1:10; Luke 2:25–52 Notes: -In the mist of a busy season, no one knows when the Rapture will happen except God the Father. -We must be praying, working, and watching in expectation and eagerness for Jesus -To come at any time.

2025-12-14-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 14, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Matthew 24:36–44, 1 Thessalonians 1:10; Luke 2:25–52 Notes: -In the mist of a busy season, no one knows when the Rapture will happen except God the Father. -We must be praying, working, and watching in expectation and eagerness for Jesus -To come at any time.

2025-12-07-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 7, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 32, Galatians 6:16, Zechariah 4:5–7, 2 Corinthians 5:7 Notes: From the story of Jacob, Pastor Livingston describes times when you may find yourself in a struggle. But, like Jacob, God may be wrestling with you to get something out of you so that you'll be more like Him. Hang on to God and He will bless you. You can't be any closer to Him than when you are wrestling with Him. And when it is over, your walk with Him will be noticeably different.

2025-12-07-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, December 7, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Genesis 32, Galatians 6:16, Zechariah 4:5–7, 2 Corinthians 5:7 Notes: From the story of Jacob, Pastor Livingston describes times when you may find yourself in a struggle. But, like Jacob, God may be wrestling with you to get something out of you so that you'll be more like Him. Hang on to God and He will bless you. You can't be any closer to Him than when you are wrestling with Him. And when it is over, your walk with Him will be noticeably different.

2025-11-30-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, November 30, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Psalm 116 Notes: -Pastor Livingston tells listeners that we can have all things that we need in Jesus. -Jesus has provided mercy, love, deliverance and forgiveness from sin. -What can we give Him in return for all these blessings that He has given us? -According to Psalm 116, we accept this cup of blessings with thanks and recognize the victory that comes when we belong to Him.

2025-11-30-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, November 30, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Psalm 116 Notes: -Pastor Livingston tells listeners that we can have all things that we need in Jesus. -Jesus has provided mercy, love, deliverance and forgiveness from sin. -What can we give Him in return for all these blessings that He has given us? -According to Psalm 116, we accept this cup of blessings with thanks and recognize the victory that comes when we belong to Him.

2025-11-23-1030 Dr. Randall Smith is the guest speaker this morning, November 23, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Exodus 33, Exodus 34 Notes: -Dr. Smith describes how to have an intimate relationship with a patient, powerful -Companion who never leaves us, -Through a sense of humility, a development of trust, and a deep hunger to know God more, -We can understand the hopes and guidance He provides.

2025-11-23-0830 Dr. Randall Smith is the guest speaker this morning, November 23, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Exodus 33, Exodus 34 Notes: -Dr. Smith describes how to have an intimate relationship with a patient, powerful -Companion who never leaves us, -Through a sense of humility, a development of trust, and a deep hunger to know God more, -We can understand thew hopes and guidance He provides.

2025-11-16-1030 Pastor Mitchell Tolle is the guest speaker this morning, November 16, 2025, in the 10;30 AM service. Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5-8; Psalms 139; Romans 8:28 Notes: -Guest Pastor Mitchell Tolle urges Christians to realize what God has given them -and who He has made them to be. -Just trust that He will provide all we need if we give Him all that we have. -Nobody loves us like Jesus!