Proclaiming the Gospel – Cyril A. Stevens

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0141A recorded on February 24, 1980 teaching from Luke 22 – The Day Before the Crucifixion. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the four distinct preparations—earthly, hellish, heavenly, and of the heart—that converged on the day before the crucifixion. He describes how earthly leaders plotted in secret to avoid public riots, while Satan entered…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0139A recorded on February 17, 1980 teaching from Isaiah 64:8 – Thou Art Our Father; We Are the Clay, and Thou Our Potter; and We All Are the Work of Thy Hand. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the intimate relationship between the Creator and the created by examining the metaphor of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0138AB recorded on February 13, 1980 teaching from Job 22:21-30 – How to Know God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the concept of spiritual profit through a deep, personal acquaintance with the Creator. He identifies two essential movements for the believer: returning to the Almighty after wandering and receiving His divine law and words into…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0137A recorded on February 10, 1980 teaching from 2 Chronicles 7 – Repentance Among God’s People. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound requirements for spiritual renewal and the true nature of a Christian identity. He emphasizes that following God is not a mere ritual or a one-time decision, but a transformative way…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0136A recorded on February 10, 1980 teaching from Luke 21:5-36 – The Second Coming – Take Heed to Yourselves, Lest at Any Time Your Hearts be Overcharged. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens delivers a solemn exhortation for believers to watch and pray in anticipation of the Second Coming of Christ. He begins…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0135A recorded on February 6, 1980 teaching from Acts 4:1-13 – How to Please God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the biblical passage of Acts 4:1-13 and the central theme of “how to please God.” Pastor Stevens explores the concept of “Attractive Christianity,” questioning the vitality and impact of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0134A recorded on February 3, 1980 teaching from Luke 20:45-47 – The Sadducees. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the dangers of religious pretension by dissecting Christ's warnings against the scribes in the Gospel of Luke. He identifies several negative characteristics of legalistic leaders, such as their hunger for public recognition, their use…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0133A recorded on February 3, 1980 teaching from Luke 20:20-26 – Beware of Tricksters. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores how Jesus navigated the malicious traps set by religious leaders who sought to undermine His authority. Stevens first examines the political trickery of the poll tax, demonstrating how Jesus bypassed a potential scandal by…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0132A recorded on January 27, 1980 teaching from Acts 8:26-40 – Philip. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the divine intersection between the evangelist Philip and a powerful Ethiopian official to illustrate how God orchestrates purposeful encounters. The narrative follows a structured progression of faith, moving from total obedience to the Holy Spirit’s guidance…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0131A recorded on January 27, 1980 teaching from Luke 20:1-19 – 3 Parts – Authority, A Vast Illustration, and a Beautiful Finale. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the meaning of Luke 20:1-19, focusing on Jesus' confrontation with religious leaders. Stevens unfolds the passage in three distinct movements. First, Pastor…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0130A recorded on January 20, 1980 teaching from Luke 19:40 – If These Should Hold Their Peace, the Stones Would Immediately Cry Out. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the theological significance of Luke 19 by detailing the king's three distinct entrances into Jerusalem, which he identifies as the Savior's purposeful revelation…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0129AB recorded on January 16, 1980 teaching from Romans 12:1-21 – Maintaining the Spiritual Glow. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the concept of maintaining the spiritual glow, a metaphor for sustaining a vibrant, enthusiastic Christian life after conversion. He argues that believers possess a divinely kindled Holy Ghost fire that they are…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0127B recorded on January 13, 1980 teaching from Luke 7:36-8:3 – Mary Magdalene. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens seeks to rehabilitate the reputation of Mary Magdalene by challenging the common ecclesiastical tradition that labels her a prostitute. He argues that her “seven devils” represented a severe psychological depression and spiritual oppression rather than moral…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0126B recorded on January 13, 1980 teaching from Luke 19:1-9 – The Life of Zacchaeus. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the biblical story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-9. Stevens explores the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector who sought to see Jesus, highlighting themes of seeking Christ,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0128A recorded on January 9, 1980 teaching from 2 Chronicles 15:1-19 – Finding the True God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens argues that Christianity is not a mere religion but a living relationship that requires an active pursuit of the true God. He warns that contemporary society, much like ancient Israel, has fallen…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0127A recorded on January 6, 1980 teaching from Philemon 1 – Onesimus. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the New Testament narrative of Onesimus, a fugitive who transformed from an unprofitable slave into a profitable brother through spiritual conversion. Stevens illustrates how the Apostle Paul mediated a reconciliation between the runaway and his master, Philemon,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0126A recorded on January 6, 1980 teaching from 1 Thessalonians 5 – The Peace of God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the peace of God as a profound spiritual reality that transcends worldly definitions and political stability. He structures his message around the suddenness of Christ's return, urging listeners to move beyond…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0125AB recorded on January 2, 1980 teaching from John 8:29 & John 13:16 – Ambitious for the Lord in 1980. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens encourages his listener to adopt the singular spiritual ambition of pleasing God as our primary goal for the new year. Drawing from the example of Jesus Christ,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0124A recorded on December 30, 1979 teaching from 2 Timothy 4:10-11 – Demas. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the spiritual defection of Demas, a former companion of the Apostle Paul who ultimately abandoned the ministry. Stevens structures his character study by contrasting Demas's early faithful service with his eventual love for the present world,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0115AB recorded on December 5, 1979 teaching from Hebrews 6:1 – Grown Up Christians. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens argues that believers must accept personal responsibility for their spiritual maturity rather than remaining stagnant in the basic doctrines of faith. He explains that spiritual adulthood is achieved by exercising the five spiritual senses—taste, hearing, sight,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0114AB recorded on December 2, 1979 teaching from Psalm 39 – The Frailty of Life. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the essential theme of human frailty to encourage a life of spiritual sincerity. He argues that people often live with a presumption of longevity, yet they must recognize that life is a…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0106B recorded on December 2, 1979 teaching from Luke 19:11-28 – Because Thou Hast Been Faithful in a Very Little. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the parable of the pounds from Luke 19 to define the spiritual responsibilities of believers. He posits that salvation is the equal gift provided to every soul, represented…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0113AB recorded on November 28, 1979 teaching from Hebrews 5:10-14 – Babes in Christ – Part 1. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens addresses the critical transition from spiritual infancy to Christian maturity. He argues that many believers remain “milk babies”—individuals who have had ample time to grow but remain unskilled in the word of righteousness due…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0112A recorded on November 25, 1979 teaching from Romans 12:3-9 – Gifts of the Spirit #8 – Mercy. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the spiritual gift of mercy, identifying it as the final and most sensitive of the seven basic motivations required for a healthy, balanced church leadership. Those possessing this gift…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0108AB recorded on November 14, 1979 teaching from Mark 9:38-41 – The Unspiritual Followers of the Lord Jesus. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the frailty of Christ's disciples to offer modern believers hope in their own struggles with imperfection. He identifies five distinct “spirits” that characterize unspiritual followers: the careless spirit of speaking without…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0106A recorded on November 11, 1979 teaching from Luke 18:15-43 – The Things Which are Impossible with Men are Possible with God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the paradox of Luke 18, demonstrating how divine possibility overcomes human limitations through the exercise of childlike faith. He identifies several “impossibilities”—including the salvation of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0101B recorded on November 4, 1979 teaching from Luke 18:1-30 – He That Humbleth Himself Shall be Exalted. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the theme of spiritual humility as the essential requirement for receiving divine favor. By analyzing two parables from the eighteenth chapter of Luke, Stevens illustrates that while a sinful…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0101A recorded on October 21, 1979 teaching from Luke 17:20-32 – Remember Lot’s Wife. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the sobering warning to “remember Lot's wife,” using her tragic transformation into a pillar of salt as a metaphor for the danger of religious formality. He structures his message by first defining the Kingdom…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0100A recorded on October 14, 1979 teaching from Romans 12:3-9 – Gifts of the Spirit #5. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens provides a practical framework for identifying the spiritual motivations of prophecy and serving based on the teachings of Romans 12. He characterizes the gift of prophecy not as mere foretelling, but as a verbal compulsion to speak divine truth,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0086A recorded on September 2, 1979 teaching from Luke 13:22-30 – Toward Jerusalem. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the urgent necessity of a sincere commitment to Christ during the final months of His earthly ministry. He emphasizes the strait gate and the closing door, warning listeners that an internal, spiritual…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0084A recorded on August 26, 1979 teaching from James 5:10-20 – Does God Heal Today? Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the theology of divine healing, arguing that while God still heals today, it is not a guaranteed result of human demand or individual faith. He structures his teaching around the…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0082B recorded on August 26, 1979 teaching from Luke 13:11-22 – Loosed from Our Infirmities. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the healing of the infirm woman from the Gospel of Luke to illustrate how Christ provides liberation from spiritual distortion. He characterizes the woman's physical stoop as a “terrifying distortion” caused by…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0083AB recorded on August 22, 1979 teaching from 2 Timothy 2:15 – Prove-Prize-Preach the Word of God – Memorizing the Bible – Part 2. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens outlines a three-fold mandate for believers to effectively internalize and share the scriptures. He argues that one must first prove the Word through…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0082A recorded on August 19, 1979 teaching from Luke 12:54-59 – Concerned About the Things of God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the urgency of spiritual conversion by examining the teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke. He warns that many people are more attuned to external signs like the weather than…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0081A recorded on August 12, 1979 teaching from 1 Samuel 12:20-25 – What’s Your Prayer Life Like? Pastor Cyril A. Stevens characterizes prayerlessness as a significant sin that creates a destructive cycle of spiritual distance and moral failure. He argues that failing to talk with God is not merely a personal…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0079B recorded on August 12, 1979 teaching from Luke 12:40 – Be Ye, Therefore, Ready Also. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens issues a profound call for spiritual preparation through the daily indwelling of the Holy Spirit. He structures his message by contrasting the futility of earthly anxiety—illustrated through God’s care for ravens and lilies—with…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0079A recorded on August 5, 1979 teaching from Luke 12:21 – Not Rich Toward God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the danger of prioritizing material security over the inner vitality of the soul. He argues that legalism and hypocrisy act as a “mask” that obscures true faith, urging believers instead…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0078AB recorded on August 1, 1979 teaching from 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 – Q&A With Pastor Stevens – Psalm 119:11 – Memorizing from the Bible. Cyril A. Stevens explores the theological and practical dimensions of scripture, beginning with an eschatological interpretation of the resurrection and the rapture. He clarifies the sequence of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0077A recorded on July 29, 1979 teaching from John 15:11 – That Your Joy Might Be Full. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the essential nature of the Christian life, defining it not through outward religious rituals but as an internal reality powered by the Holy Spirit. He structures his teaching around…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0075B recorded on July 29, 1979 teaching from Luke 11:35 – Take Heed Therefore. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens argues that the only remedy for human suffering and spiritual stagnation is the intentional filling of the Holy Spirit. He distinguishes between the initial act of salvation and a subsequent, perpetual state of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0076A recorded on July 25, 1979 teaching from Mark 12:41-44 – Money. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the spiritual mechanics of Christian stewardship and the true nature of generosity. He argues that God is more interested in the disposition of the heart than the numerical value of a gift, noting that Jesus measures…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0074A recorded on July 18, 1979 teaching from Mark 9:38-41 – Does My Spirit Need Correction? – Part 2. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens warns against a sectarian spirit that stifles spiritual power and grieves the Holy Spirit. He argues that rigid denominationalism is an abomination to the Lord, illustrating through personal stories…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0073B recorded on July 15, 1979 teaching from Isaiah 41:8-10 – Mercy Defined. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores Isaiah 41 to illustrate the unfailing relationship between God and His people, characterized by divine mercy and protective power. The discourse transitions from the historical survival of Israel—viewed as a testament to…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0073A recorded on July 15, 1979 teaching from Luke 7:36-50 – A Woman Who Was a Sinner. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the account of the penitent woman in Luke 7 to illustrate the universal necessity of divine forgiveness. He begins by establishing that sin is an inherent condition present from birth, arguing…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0072AB recorded on July 11, 1979 teaching from Mark 9:38-41 – Does My Spirit Need Correction? Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines Mark 9:38-41 to explore the necessity of spiritual correction and the constant need for humility and unity among believers. He identifies five negative dispositions that hinder the Christian walk—the careless, blind, powerless, proud,…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0069B recorded on July 1, 1979 teaching from 2 Corinthians 7 – The Promises of God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the transformative power of divine promises and the biblical call to spiritual separation. He begins by highlighting the Apostle Paul's firm refusal to compromise on moral truth, transitioning into an examination…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0067AB recorded on June 20, 1979 teaching from 1 John 5:1-15 – Talking With Our Father. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores how believers can resolve spiritual confusion by learning to pray according to God's will as outlined in 1 John 5. He argues that knowing the divine will is not a matter of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0064B recorded on June 10, 1979 teaching from Psalm 39 – Hear My Prayer, O Lord, and Give Ear Unto My Cry. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound distinction between formal religious speech and the authentic cry of the heart. He argues that while many believers rely on repetitive…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0064A recorded on June 10, 1979 teaching from Luke 9:51-52 – I Will Follow Thee, But. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the unwavering commitment required to follow Jesus, centered on the pivotal moment of the Transfiguration. He argues that this event marked the end of Christ’s ethical life on earth and the…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0062A recorded on June 3, 1979 teaching from James 4:8-10 – Healing the Soul. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the necessity of spiritual restoration through the act of intentionally approaching the Divine. He contends that while physical and mental health are vital, modern life desperately requires a healing of the soul to resolve…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0055B recorded on June 3, 1979 teaching from Luke 9:28-36 – They Saw His Glory. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the Transfiguration of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel of Luke, depicting it as a pivotal metamorphosis where Christ's divine nature briefly eclipsed His earthly form. Stevens highlights how Jesus stood between Moses and…