This podcast feed contains sermons from our Sunday Services each week at Evangel Temple
Evangel Temple of Springfield, MO
UnitySunday January 9, 2022Pastor Bishop speaks on the subject of unity.
NewSunday January 2, 2022Pastor Bishop bring todays message on the subject of “New.”
PeaceSunday December 12, 2021Todays advent themed message focuses on “Peace.”
Do Not Be AfraidSunday December 5, 2021The message today focuses on the story of Mary.
The adult Sunday School lesson continues the study of Proverbs. This weeks text is Proverbs 19:21 and looks at the principle of God's Sovereignty.
ThoughtsNovember 28, 2021Pastor Bishop brings the message for the second week of advent.
Christ the HeadSunday November 21, 2021Pastor Bishop speaks on the subject of prayer.
The adult Sunday School lesson continues the study of Proverbs. This weeks text is Proverbs 16:32 and looks at the themes of patience and self-control. The proverb contrasts action and with restraint. Acting in haste out of anger and fear, risks sin and folly. Self-control is the safeguard against wrong action. One who can control himself is better than one who can take a city; is the lesson of patience and self-control.
The Parables of Jesus Pt.13Sunday October 31, 2021Join us online for a traditional worship service featuring hymns and an orchestra with a message from Pastor Charlie. This week's sermon "The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builder" Pt.13 with the theme being from Luke 6:46-49.
The Parables of JesusSunday November 7, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon is "The Parable of Jesus" Pt.14 with the theme being from Luke 11.
Fear & TrustThe adult Sunday school lesson continues with the study of the book of Proverbs. This weeks text is Proverbs 29:25. Fear or man and trust in God are contrasted statements. Fear of man can draw us away from the will of God. Rather when we afraid, we need to make a choice to trust in God.
This week's sermon "The Parable of the Return" Pt.12 with the theme being from Mark 13:34-36.
HonestyThe adult Sunday school lesson continues with the study of the book of Proverbs. This weeks text is Proverbs 11:1. A theme of multiple proverbs is honesty in our daily interactions. We are not to lie and cheat others when we buy and sell goods. Dishonest living displeases the Lord, but accurate weights are His delight. We are to use honest scales in our daily business.
The Parable of the Growing SeedSunday October 17, 2021This week's sermon "The Parable of the Growing Seed" Pt.11 with the theme being from Mark 4:26-29.
The Sunday School class continues the series "Proverbs." This week's lesson looks at "Joy" and the cheerful heart. Joy comes from the inside and grows out of a good heart. No matter the external conditions, the cheerful heart has a continual feast. The text comes from Proverbs 15:13-17.
The Gospel is GlobalOctober 10, 2021Missionary Stephen speaks on the global presence of the Gospel.
SpeechOctober 10, 2021The Sunday School class continues the series "Proverbs." This week's lesson looks at the importance of speech. The importance of what we say and how we say it is a reoccurring theme in Proverbs. The text comes from Proverbs 15:1. We are to consider our words before we speak and use them to bring life into the lives around us.
The PoorSunday School October 3, 2021This week adult Sunday school lesson on the book of Proverbs looks at the topic of "the poor." The text for this topic is Proverbs 19:17.
State of the ChurchSunday October 3, 3021This week's sermon is "State of the Church" with the theme being from Acts 2.
Pastor Nick share the message of being representatives of Christ. We are responsible for representing Christ in our own communities. 2 Corinthians 5 lets us see that as representatives we are about restoration with Christ.
Pride and HumilitySunday September 26, 2021This week continues the sections of Proverbs proper. These are the small sayings of Wisdom offering advice on life. The focus is Proverbs 22:4. This short proverbs is observing humility. Two reoccurring themes are pride and humility. With pride, then comes strife and disgrace. Humility is a path of life.
Impacting Your CommunitySunday September 19, 2021Don MillerGuest speaker Don Miller speaks on impacting our community for Christ.
Sloth and DiligenceThis week starts the sections of Proverbs proper. These are the small sayings of Wisdom offering advice on life. The focus is Proverbs 24:30-34. This passage is observing slothfulness. The writer of Proverbs observes the field of the Sloth and its ill kept state. It serves as a constant reminder of the value of hard work. Don't neglect to work on your relationships, which can become dull if we fail to constantly develop them.
The Parables of the TenantsSeptember 12, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.10 with the theme being from Matthew 21. Todays title is "The Parable of the Tenants"
FollySunday September 12, 2021The Sunday school lesson continues a study through the book of Proverbs. Folly like wisdom calls in the marketplace of everyday life. In Proverbs, Wisdom and Folly are compared and contrasted in actions and results. Folly calls with two voices - the voice of exploitation and the voice of adulatory. We are watch out for the temptations of Folly, and the cry of selfishness. Rather we are to follow the words of Jesus to do "unto others what we would have them do to us."
This week's Sunday school lesson looks at Proverbs Chapter 8. We are encouraged to seek wisdom. In this passage, we find that wisdom was there at the very beginning of the universe, watching and guiding. When we hear the voice of wisdom calling by the gates, we should take heed to the lessons wisdom offers. Its value in our lives is greater than rubies, and nothing else can compare.
The Parable of the Two SonsSeptember 5, 2021Charles ArsenaultPastor continues the series "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.9. This weeks sermon is the "Parable of the Two Sons" with the theme being from Matthew 21.
The Parables of the Wise VirginsSunday August 29, 2021This week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.8 with the theme being from Matthew 25. Todays title is "The Parable of the Wise Virgins"
Proverbs Pt.1Sunday School August 29, 2021This week begins a new series looking at the books of Proverbs. Many may discount the value of the book of Proverbs because it is focused on practical application of right living. It contrasts different concepts like good and evil; right and wrong. The foundation of Proverbs is the fear of the Lord; this is the beginning of wisdom.
The Landowner and the VineyardSunday August 22, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.7 with the theme being from Matthew 20. Todays title is "The Landowner and the Vineyard"
The series "Great Victories of the Bible" concludes with a look at the final battle of all time - the defeat of satan. At the very end, one final battle between good and evil will occur and death and suffering will finally be ending. While the time leading up may be difficult, we can rest in knowing that God will gain the victory.
Guest speaker Ren Wallen, discusses the meaning of Pentecost. The prophecy from Joel to the last words of Jesus before the accession bear witness to the importance of the event. The coming of the Holy Spirit and the endowment of boldness is needed even in the persecutions of today.
The Unmerciful ServantSunday August 15, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.6 with the theme being from Matthew 18. Todays title is "The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant."
The Hidden TreasureJuly 25, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.4 with the theme being from Matthew 13. Todays title is "The Parable of the Hidden Treasure." The hidden treasure and the pearl of great price are two similar parables about the Kingdom of heaven.
JehoshaphatSunday June 25, 2021The Sunday school lesson continues with the series "Great Victories of the Bible." This week looks at the victory of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicle 20. The nation was being surrounded by the armies Ammon, Moab and Mount Seir. Jehoshaphat as a leader sought God and prayed publicly before the people. In his prayer he prayed "we do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you." He confessed their need for God's help and focused on him to provide deliverance.
Elijah On Mt CarmelSunday June 18, 2021False idol worship had invaded the land. God working through Elijah made a stand on Mount Carmel against the prophets of Baal. After that confrontation, the land remained dry. Elijah prayed for rain, and God sent rain and ended the famine. We are reminded through this victory that the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective when ordered according to God's will.
The Mustard SeedSunday June 18, 2021Charles ArsenaultPastor continues the series, “The Parables of Jesus.” This week's is “The Mustard Seed.”
This week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.2 with the theme being from Matthew 13. Todays title is "The Mustard Seed."
The Sunday School class continues with the "Great Victories of the Bible." This week is a look at the Young Jonathan and his victory of the Philistines. While the main army was hiding in caves, Jonathan and his armor-bearer went up to the enemy camp after asking for sign. Their single victory is a lesson in courage in the face of fearful odds. Jonathan's courage inspired courage in those that were hiding, bring about a great victory.
Singing Your SongJuly 4, 2021Guest speaker Jerry Brown shares this week's message "Singing Your Song" and is an encouragement to tell people your story and share the gospel.
The Sunday School lesson continues the series "Great Stories of the Bible." This week looks at the story of the city of Ai. It was not a victory. The first attempt resulted in failure. The cause was sin. Once the sin was repented of, then good the victory happen. Don't let sin in your life cause you defeat. You must first repent of the sin and stop what is wrong. Ai reminds us of what happens when we sin and don't repent. But God, was there and able to work a victory for his people through repentance and remembrance.
The Wheat and TaresJune 27, 2021Charles ArsenaultThis week's sermon "The Parables of Jesus" Pt.1 with the theme being from Matthew 13. Todays title is "The Wheat and the Tares."
Sihon and OgGreat Victories of the Bible Pt.3June 27, 2021The adult Sunday School class continues with a study of the defeat of Sihon and Og. Two great kings that came out to fight the Israelites on their journey out of Egypt. This account is found in Deuteronomy 2, and is one of the most frequently referenced battles throughout the old testament.
The Sunday School series continues with the "Great Victories of the Bible." This week is the defeat of the Amalekites when the Israelites were journeying from Egypt to the promised land. While traveling the Amalekites would attack and pick off stragglers from the camp. This was a new defeat for the newly freed people. With God, the people faced the danger and defeated the enemy while Moses stood on a mountain top holding the staff. This is a challenge to look up and find strength in God.
This week's sermon is "Never Give In" with the theme being from Ezra 3. The Israelites had returned from Babylon and begin work on the temple. Right from the outset difficulties arise. Groups work to undermine the construction. When you are doing God's work, there will be opposition. The temptation to give up and stop will come. Even in that "seek first the kingdom of God.”. Set your sights on the higher calling. Even though the beginning may have been small, don't give up.
Delivered From EgyptSunday June 13, 2021Of all the events in the Bible, one events stands out as the most referenced off all events. This single event highlights the importance of never forgetting the times we cry out to God for deliverance from evil. God had a plan and was working it out to fulfilment even when the Israelites were in Egypt.
Good GroundSunday June 6, 2021Charles ArsenaultPastor concludes the Soil Samples Series with a look at the “Good Ground.”