Sovereign Way Christian Church

Christmas is not merely a seasonal celebration but the climactic revelation of the Gospel—the good news that God, in eternal Sonship, became incarnate as a descendant of David to redeem humanity from sin and death. This divine act, foretold through the prophets, was not a departure from God's nature but the fulfillment of His eternal plan: the eternal Son, who is fully God, voluntarily emptied Himself, lived as a man, and died as a substitute for sinners, bearing the infinite penalty that finite humanity could not pay. His resurrection from the dead was not a mere miracle but the divine appointment that exalted Him as the powerful Son of God, confirming His victory over sin and death and establishing Him as the rightful Lord of all creation. As both God and man, Jesus now reigns at the Father's right hand, uniting humanity with divinity and securing eternal life for all who believe, making Christmas the foundation of hope, reconciliation, and ultimate restoration. The Gospel, therefore, is not a sentimental story but a cosmic event in which God Himself became flesh to save His people, and every knee will one day bow to the name of Jesus, the man who is Lord.

An Anthem for Advent - Philippians 2:5-11 - Pastor John Weigle

The sermon delivers a sobering warning about the dangers of both no faith and little faith, illustrating how spiritual blindness and neglect of God's revealed truth lead to severe consequences. Drawing from Matthew 16:1–12, it contrasts the Pharisees and Sadducees—religious leaders with no faith who reject Christ despite overwhelming signs—with the disciples, who, despite being believers, exhibit little faith by misinterpreting Jesus' warning about 'leaven' as a concern about bread rather than the corrupting influence of religious hypocrisy. The central message is that faith is not optional but essential for discernment, and a lack of faith—whether in unbelief or spiritual complacency—results in blindness to God's work, hardened hearts, and vulnerability to deception. The remedy is intentional, daily engagement with Scripture, meditation on Christ's redemptive work, and communal discipleship, which cultivate a faith strong enough to resist the leaven of worldly and religious compromise and to stand firm in the face of opposition.

This final lesson in biblical apologetics presents a comprehensive refutation of Mormonism as a biblical counterfeit, employing a threefold approach: biblical, internal, and external critique. It argues that Mormonism fails to uphold the preconditions of intelligibility—uniformity of nature, immaterial laws of logic, and moral absolutes—by positing a material, changeable, and pluralistic pantheon that cannot ground these necessary realities. The sermon demonstrates that Mormon doctrine contradicts Scripture on fundamental points, including the nature of God, salvation, and the resurrection, while also exposing internal inconsistencies, such as the fabricated 'Reformed Egyptian' language and the implausible claim of ancient metal-based civilizations in pre-Columbian America. External evidence, including archaeology, DNA testing, and the discredited Book of Abraham, further undermines its historical claims. The lecture concludes by emphasizing that such counterfeits are particularly dangerous because they mimic Christian language and doctrine, thereby confusing the public and hindering evangelism, and calls for Christians to be equipped with sound theology and presuppositional apologetics to defend the faith with both intellectual rigor and biblical fidelity.

Evangelism: The Message Content - Repent and Believe in the Exalted One - Pastor Josh Ritchie

2 Timothy 1:8-12 - Faithful to the Call; The Antidote to Shame - Thomas Easterling

The Purpose of Christmas: Preparing For Advent - Mark 1:35-39

Philippians 4:11-13 - Learn to be Content - Carlos Pamplona

The lecture presents a comprehensive refutation of Unitarian biblical counterfeits—particularly Islam, Jehovah Witnesses, and modern Judaism—by demonstrating their internal contradictions, philosophical inconsistencies, and failure to meet the preconditions of intelligibility. It argues that Islam's claim of divine revelation is self-defeating, as its assertion that Allah is beyond human comprehension undermines the very possibility of the Quran being a valid revelation, while its shifting doctrines and reliance on the concept of abrogation (nasikh) reveal arbitrariness and a lack of divine immutability. Similarly, other Unitarian variants are shown to fail the 'one and many' problem, as their conception of a singular, unchanging God cannot account for attributes like love without dependence on creation, thereby compromising divine sovereignty and coherence. The sermon further critiques Mormonism as a polytheistic counterfeit rooted in the fraudulent claims of Joseph Smith, whose history as a convicted con man and inconsistent, contradictory narratives—including the forged authenticity of the Book of Mormon—undermine its credibility. Ultimately, the Christian worldview is upheld as the only one that consistently satisfies the preconditions of intelligibility, offering a coherent, self-consistent, and morally grounded foundation rooted in the triune God, the historical reliability of Scripture, and the fulfillment of divine revelation in Jesus Christ.

Jesus, as the Messiah, embodies the past, present, and future hope of humanity by meeting profound spiritual and physical needs through miraculous healing and provision, demonstrating that His ministry is a foretaste of the coming eternal kingdom. The healing of the blind, lame, mute, and crippled in the Decapolis—despite the region's pagan idolatry—reveals the supremacy of the God of Israel over false gods and points to the ultimate restoration of creation, where all suffering and death will be swallowed up. The miracle of feeding 4,000 people with seven loaves and fish, occurring on a mountain reminiscent of Sinai and Zion, echoes Old Testament patterns of divine provision and foreshadows the final banquet in the new creation, where God's people will feast eternally in a healed world. These signs are not merely wonders but theological declarations: they affirm Jesus as the fulfillment of Israel's hopes, the conqueror of sin and death, and the one who inaugurates a kingdom that is both present in grace and future in glory. The sermon calls believers to live with eternal perspective, investing in souls, stewarding earthly realities as shadows of the eternal, and organizing their lives around the hope of Christ's return, while urging unbelievers to repent and place their faith in Him for eternal life.

Mark 1:29-34 - The Great Physician - Pastor John Weigle

Jesus will accept anyone who's faith is real. Proving that authentic faith is genuine and faithful.

Rekindle the Flame of our Faith by being Faithful To God

Q&A With The Elders - 11/9/2025

Mark 1:21-28 - Cosmic Authority - Pastor John Weigle

This lesson presents a presuppositional critique of 'imminent moralism'—a category of religions like Confucianism and Buddhism that prioritize moral codes for this life without appealing to transcendent authority. It argues that such systems fail the PIA (Preconditions of Intelligibility, Inconsistency, and Arbitrariness) test: they lack a transcendent foundation to justify moral absolutes, are inconsistent in their own teachings (e.g., rejecting souls while affirming karma), and are arbitrary in their claims to authority, as no human figure can objectively validate their moral codes. The lesson further shows that these religions cannot account for the uniformity of nature, the reliability of logic, or the possibility of moral transformation, and their historical consequences—such as rigid social hierarchies or suppression of scientific progress—reveal their practical failure. In contrast, Christianity alone provides a coherent worldview grounded in a personal, transcendent God who offers both objective moral law and the transformative grace of regeneration and justification, making it the only system capable of meeting the preconditions of intelligibility and offering true redemption.

Evangelism : The Message Content - Jesus is Alive -- Passages of Scripture // 1 Cor 15:14, 17 // Romans 6:4-5 // 2 Cor 4:14 // The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundational truth of the Christian faith, rendering all else meaningful or futile; without it, preaching is empty, faith is vain, and believers remain trapped in their sins. The sermon emphasizes that Christ's resurrection is not merely a historical event but the theological linchpin that validates His sinless nature, enables justification by faith, and secures eternal life, transforming both present reality and future hope. It establishes that through union with Christ, believers are spiritually raised from the dead, now living in newness of life, bearing fruit that reflects a renewed identity. Ultimately, the resurrection is not an end in itself but the means by which humanity is restored to eternal fellowship with God, the source of true and lasting joy. Therefore, the resurrection is the indispensable core of the gospel, demanding both personal faith and bold proclamation.

Evangelism : The Message Content - Philippians 2:5-11 The sermon centers on the incarnational subordination and humiliation of Jesus Christ as the foundation of the gospel, drawing from Philippians 2:5–11 to illustrate how Jesus, though equal with God, voluntarily veiled Himself of divine glory, took on human form, and submitted to obedience—even to death on a cross—so that humanity might be reconciled to God. It emphasizes that this humility was not a loss of divinity but a veiling of His glory for our salvation, demonstrating God's profound love and the necessity of Christ's perfect obedience as a substitute for our sin. The message calls believers to embody this same humble mindset, not merely to understand doctrine but to actively share the gospel with others, recognizing evangelism as a vital expression of discipleship and a response to Christ's self-giving love. The sermon confronts the sin of spiritual apathy and fear, urging the church to be bold in proclaiming Christ, knowing that every knee will one day bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is Lord, not by compulsion, but by the irresistible power of His exalted grace.

Matthew 15:1-20 - The Root of Evil - Pastor Stephen Feinstein

Biblical Apologetics: Lesson 28 - Transcendent Mysticism - Pastor Stephen Feinstein

Exodus 19-20: Fear God But Do Not Be Afraid

Biblical Apologetics: Lesson 27 - Secular Dualism - Pastor Stephen Feinstein

Matthew 14:22-36 - Jesus Is Lord and Christ! - Pastor Stephen Feinstein

Mark 1:14-20 - The Good News About God - Pastor John Weigle

Matthew 14:13-21; Foretaste of the Future Feast

Faithful To The Call: 2 Timothy 1:1-2 - Thomas Easterling

Acts 12:1-24; The Folly of Fighting Against God

Humanity's Greatest Need - Galatians 6:11-18 - Pastor John Weigle

Psalm 13:1-6; When Confronted With Evil

Mark 1:9-13 - The Messiah Has Come - John Weigle

The sermon explored the enduring message of the hymn 'It Is Well,' tracing its origins in the profound loss experienced by Horatio Spafford, whose life mirrored the biblical story of Job. Examining Spafford's biography alongside the hymn's theological underpinnings, the message emphasized finding contentment and assurance in Christ regardless of circumstances, even amidst personal tragedy and questionable life choices. While acknowledging the author's later controversial actions and theological shifts, the sermon ultimately affirmed the hymn's timeless truth and the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity, encouraging listeners to find solace and hope in God's unwavering presence and the promise of eternal life.

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of evangelism, framing it as a crucial task for all Christians, rooted in the understanding of God as creator and humanity's subsequent rebellion. Drawing parallels to Old Testament narratives of judgment, the message underscores the gravity of sin and the need for salvation through Christ, advocating for proactive engagement in sharing the gospel and highlighting the importance of progressive discipleship and training to effectively communicate the message, ultimately leading to a renewed commitment to proclaiming God's truth and participating in His kingdom purpose.

The Forerunner of the New Exodus - Mark 1:1-8 - Pastor John Weigle

Biblical Apologetics: Lesson 23 - Evolution, Argument from Truth - Part 4

An Introduction to The First Gospel

The Devil's Assumption - Jude 9 - Pastor John Weigle

Online Violent Groups are predators using online platforms to groom and destroy our kids. Christians need to understand this threat and take the appropriate measures to combat it.

The lesson addressed the alarming rise of online violent groups targeting vulnerable youth, emphasizing their recruitment tactics and manipulative strategies. Driven by nihilism and occult accelerationism, these groups exploit technology to prey on children, promoting self-harm, animal cruelty, and ultimately, suicide. The speaker urged parents and children to be vigilant, monitor online activity, and recognize warning signs, highlighting the importance of proactive measures and reporting suspicious behavior to protect against this growing threat and emphasizing that awareness and preparedness are key to safeguarding the well-being of young people in an increasingly dangerous digital landscape.

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of evangelism rooted in a clear understanding of humanity's rebellion against God, a rebellion that necessitates a recognition of sin and its consequences. Drawing from Genesis and Romans, the message underscores that God's law reveals sin, and that salvation comes through Jesus Christ, who bore the penalty for human transgression. The speaker urges listeners to share the gospel with conviction, emphasizing that true discipleship involves not only personal faith but also a proactive commitment to sharing the message of redemption and calling others to repentance and trust in Christ, ultimately leading to a renewed generation of proclaimers and heralders of God's grace.

The Way to Enduring Happiness - Psalm 32 - Anthony Pence

The sermon explores the concept of complete surrender to God, drawing inspiration from the life and song of Judson Van Deventer, who composed 'I Surrender All' after wrestling with a calling to ministry. It emphasizes that true surrender involves not only a desire to serve but also a willingness to be shaped by God's grace, aligning with biblical teachings on priesthood and recognizing the importance of both personal devotion and outward affirmation for men aspiring to be pastors. Ultimately, the message encourages listeners to embrace a life of service to God in view of his many mercies.

Evangelism - The Message Content - God Is Creator

Q & A With Pastor Stephen Feinstein, John Weigle, and Josh Ritchie

The sermon explored the enduring legacy of Charles Hutchinson Gabriel, a largely self-taught musician considered the father of gospel music, highlighting his impact on American Christianity and the creation of beloved hymns like "I Stand Amazed." Examining Gabriel's life and work, the message emphasized the importance of understanding the theological depth behind musical expression, connecting his compositions to broader themes of exile, redemption, and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, ultimately celebrating the marvelous and wonderful saving grace of Jesus Christ and the joy of expressing devotion through music.

John 20:21-23; The Mission of Christ

The lesson explored the enduring legacy of Carl Boberg's poem "O Store Gud!. The hymn, "How Great Thou Art," has its origins in this Swedish poem inspired by a thunderstorm. It subsequently was translated and adapted into a globally recognized worship song. Examining the history of the hymn, the speaker addressed the controversy surrounding its inclusion in Methodist hymnals, highlighting the tension between devotional expression and confessional theology. Ultimately, the message emphasized the power of biblical truth and how it leads to personal devotion to God. Listeners are encouraged to find poetic and devotional ways to express their love and appreciation for the God that saves us. A great God understood through great theology should lead to great ways of worshipping the Lord. Poems and music are gifts of God to image God and enjoy God—who is the Poet of poets.