Proclaiming the Gospel – Cyril A. Stevens

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…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0057B recorded on May 27, 1979 teaching from Luke 9:18 – Who is Christ? Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the ultimate identity of Jesus Christ by contrasting public opinion with personal conviction. He argues that while the masses might categorize Jesus as a mere prophet or historical figure, true faith requires…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0057A recorded on May 23, 1979 teaching from John 15:1-15 – We Are Called By a New Name – Friend. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound transformation of the believer’s identity from a servant to a friend of God. He structures his teaching around the nature, privileges, conditions, and constraints of…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0056AB recorded on May 20, 1979 teaching from 1 Peter 1 – Suffering. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens reframes human suffering not as an incomprehensible tragedy, but as a purposeful ministry designed to refine the believer. Drawing primarily from the First Letter of Peter, Stevens argues that trials act as a divine fire intended to burn…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0051B recorded on May 13, 1979 teaching from Luke 8:40-56 – The Story of Two Women. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the intertwined narratives of a terminally ill child and a woman suffering from a chronic ailment to illustrate how Jesus responds to varying degrees of human desperation. Stevens begins by…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0052A recorded on May 6, 1979 teaching from John 14:1-3 – A Journey Into Space. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the imminent return of Jesus Christ, framing the biblical event of the Rapture as a literal journey into space. He utilizes a blend of humor, mathematical calculations regarding the vast distance…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0051A recorded on May 6, 1979 teaching from Luke 8:19-39 – Christ’s Colossal Power. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the colossal power of Christ as demonstrated through two dramatic encounters in the Gospel of Luke: the stilling of a great storm and the healing of a demon-possessed man. Stevens emphasizes that…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0050AB recorded on May 2, 1979 teaching from 1 Peter 4:1-11 & 2 Corinthians 9 – We Are Called By a New Name – Steward. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens distinguishes the role of a steward from that of a common servant, defining a steward as one specifically entrusted with responsibility and the management…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0049A recorded on April 25, 1979 teaching from Acts 20:17-38 – We Are Called By a New Name – Servant. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens outlines the essential characteristics of a true servant of Jesus Christ, using the Apostle Paul as the ultimate historical model. He argues that authentic service requires…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0047A recorded on April 22, 1979 teaching from 1 Peter 3:1-12 – Problems with Prayer. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores why many believers experience a lack of power in their spiritual lives, specifically focusing on the hindrances to effective prayer. He argues that personal conduct, such as immodesty and unresolved conflict, creates a…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0039B recorded on April 15, 1979 teaching from John 20 – Rabboni, Master. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the transition from unbelief to revelation by examining the distinct reactions of Mary Magdalene and Thomas to the risen Christ. He suggests that while Mary was blinded by grief and Thomas was stalled by skepticism, Jesus…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0045AB recorded on April 13, 1979 teaching from Luke 22:63-23:56 – And They Crucified Him – Special Easter Meetings. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound physical and spiritual depths of the crucifixion, inviting listeners to view the event as holy ground that demands reverence and awe. The narrative moves from…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0044AB recorded on April 12, 1979 teaching from John 17:1-18:1 – The Lord’s Prayer – The Hour is Come; Father Glorify Me – Special Easter Meetings. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound significance of Jesus's final moments, distinguishing the High Priestly Prayer of John 17 from the model prayer given…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0043AB recorded on April 11, 1979 teaching from Isaiah 53:1-12 – The Death of Jesus Christ Our Lord – Special Easter Meetings. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens provides a poignant analysis of Isaiah 53, framing the ancient prophecy as a detailed blueprint for the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. He methodically unpacks…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0042AB recorded on April 10, 1979 teaching from Mark 14:26-72 – The Smiting of the Shepherd and the Scattering of the Sheep – Special Easter Meetings. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the emotional and theological weight of Jesus’ betrayal and arrest, focusing on the dramatic tension between the suffering of the…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0020B recorded on February 4, 1979 teaching from Psalm 69:6-21 – Prophecy of Calvary. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores Psalm 69 as a perfect prophecy that details the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. He frames the text as a window into the immense pressure of Calvary, emphasizing how the messianic foreshadowing captures Christ's social isolation, physical…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0019B recorded on January 28, 1979 teaching from Zechariah 2 – A Wall of Fire, the Glory in the Midst of Her – Minor Prophets. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the prophetic imagery of Zechariah 2 to illustrate the dual nature of God’s presence as both an impenetrable external defense and…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0018B recorded on January 21, 1979 teaching from Zechariah 3 – The Emblems of Sin – Minor Prophets. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens presents a vivid theological framework for understanding human sin and divine rescue. He identifies the biblical “fire” as an emblem of sin, describing it as a terrifying, deceptive, and…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0018A recorded on January 21, 1979 teaching from Luke 2 – Jesus Subjected Himself. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the pattern of obedience in the life of Jesus, moving from His childhood submission in Nazareth to His ultimate sacrifice on the cross. Stevens emphasizes that the voluntary subjugation of the will to earthly…

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 1110A recorded on August 17, 1986 teaching from 1 John 4:7-21 – For Love is of God, Love One Another. Pastor Stevens explores the profound concept of love as originating from God and serving as the core principle of the Christian faith. Because God is love, it follows that anyone…