United Church of God Sermons

By Sal Cimino Jr - The search for perfection has been sought after since the beginning of time. In this message we will see that God's church is made up of imperfect people. Scripture shows that God has always worked through flawed congregations, both in the Old and New Testaments. In order to become a more Godly

By Lewis Vanausdle - This message emphasizes the call for believers to strive for unity as one body in Christ, drawing on the shared symbolism of the Passover bread and the example of communal meals such as nsima in Malawi. Through passages in 1 Corinthians and Ephesians, the sermon explains that although God's people

By David Chornomaz - This message centers on the biblical principle of personal responsibility before God, using Ezekiel 18 to correct the mistaken belief that individuals are punished for the sins of their parents. Acknowledging that parents can strongly influence their children, the sermon stresses that influence is

By Jim Hooser - How God in His infinite wisdom, through these Holy Days, has given us a cohesive program that teaches us each year our need to have our sins forgiven. Then how to overcome the sins and finally to have the strength and power to grow and be like our Elder Brother, Jesus Christ.

By Stephen Bouchette - We were created as emotive creatures. One emotion we have is shame – an emotion that might be helpful to us, if used properly to motive us for change.

By Scott McKeon - II Cor. 5:17 says, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away, and all things have become new. What are the old things that need to pass away?

By Gary Petty - Three ways we can examine ourselves in preparing for Passover.

By Donald Hooser - To celebrate God's Sabbath day, to make it a joyful day that means a lot to you in your good Sabbath keeping.

By Greg A Baker - The question was asked of 3 AI bots - If AI were the devil, how would you destroy the next generation without them even knowing it? This is a very eye opening video sermon .

By Jorge de Campos - We can really change our mind, physically and spiritually. Furthermore, with the help of God's Power it will lead to the transformation of our human nature to divine nature. As we approach the Passover it is particularly encouraging that God is literally helping us change. We have a responsibility

By Mark Skapura - Let's continue exploring being closer to God through prayer and avoid being prey of the evil one, who seeks to distract, divide, and conquer. What are we doing the precious commodity God gives to us – time? We can learn from the message to the Laodicea church to ensure we aren't following the same

By Chuck Smith - Join us as we study depression in the Bible, what depression looks like today and why Satan uses depression as a way to destroy people.

By John Freeman - Heart and Soul is a Bible phrase that means to do something with all your might. The most familiar example is Dt 6:5 "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might". One verse in the Bible says that God Himself is going to do something with His

By Jorge de Campos - We can really change our mind, physically and spiritually. Furthermore, with the help of God's Power it will lead to the transformation of our human nature to divine nature. As we approach the Passover it is particularly encouraging that God is literally helping us change. We have a responsibility

By Gregory Sanny - Steadfastness is a good quality in many of our typical activities, but we can say we are steadfast toward God but still be wavering if God is not our first priority in devotion.

By Thomas Randle - When things go wrong in our life, many tend to ask "why" God allowed it to happen. How can we have joy in our life when we are faced with trials, and what does God want us to learn from them?

By Don Ward - This sermon explores the faithful characteristics of Peter, the apostle of hope. Jesus gave him the keys to the kingdom. Which Peter gave to the Church. The keys of the kingdom are also equated with the key of David. The sermon also shows how Peter endured many trials while doing the work of God. He

By Tony Stith - In this sermon, Tony reflects on 35 years of marriage and shares seven key “ingredients” that have strengthened his relationship with his wife. Using the metaphor of a recipe, he emphasizes agape love as the foundation, mutual submission, vulnerability, being emotionally and spiritually present

By Daniel Apartian - This second sermon on holiness focuses on how we become holy like God. We cannot manufacture our own holiness. It comes only from one source – God, and it comes through his holy spirit. We are both made holy and are to become holy. This is the difference between justification and sanctification. The

By Victor T Hou - The parable only takes 5 verses but carries important lessons. In this message, we discuss the overall point of the parable, which is clearly stated in the text. Then, we provide the important background of what was a Pharisee and what was a tax collector and how each was perceived by the society at

By Jay Ledbetter - God's kindness, embodied in the appearing of Christ, transforms sinners—making them alive, known to God, and rooted deeply in His love.

By David Jones - Preparing for the Passover requires that we examine ourselves. Taking of the body and blood of Christ begins by first taking extreme responsibility for ourselves.

By Ken Loucks - What does it actually mean to “have the mind of Christ”? In this message, we walk through Scripture to see how God thinks — in terms of purpose, law, family, truth, and mercy — and why that matters for everyday decisions. This is not abstract theology; it is practical thinking that affects how we

By Mike Phelps - We must recognize our community, foundation of truth, communal responsibilities, and need for prayer together.

By Lynn L Leiby - In Exodus 12, there is a peculiar phrase that describes the transition from one day to another, and it's translated as "between the evenings". Considerable debate has gone for centuries: is this is the beginning of a day, the twilight period between sunset and dark. Or is this the afternoon ending

By Chuck Smith - You might know the story about Ancient Israel breaking the covenant God made with them. Do you know the rest of the story?

By Ken Loucks - Are spiritual gifts about talent, personality, or something deeper? In this study of 1 Corinthians 12, we examine what Paul was really correcting in Corinth—and why misunderstanding grace-gifts can quietly damage a congregation today. You'll see where these gifts come from, why God distributes them

By Jorge de Campos - Paul describes characteristics of deacons and deaconesses. Christ is the head of the House of God, of the Church of the Living God, of the pillar and ground of the Truth. We got to strive for godliness. Jesus came in the flesh, proved tht He was who He was as God backed Him up with His power, God's

By Jorge de Campos - Paul describes characteristics of deacons and deaconesses. Christ is the head of the House of God, of the Church of the Living God, of the pillar and ground of the Truth. We got to strive for godliness. Jesus came in the flesh, proved tht He was who He was as God backed Him up with His power, God's

By William Bradford - The second part in a new series of mid-week Bible studies, covering the book of Hebrews. This session continues the introduction and delves into the first few verses of Hebrews.

By Tim Martens - Putting things off can lead to negative outcomes, especially in relation to obeying God and growing as a Christian.

By Robin S Webber - This message was given on President's Day holiday weekend in America which is dedicated to reflection on our national leaders. The message focuses on the famous four presidential figures on Mt. Rushmore in contrast to The One "whose name is above all names" - Phil. 2:9. While the four are men of

By Kelly M Irvin - It's easy to ignore all the faces we see in life, faces that we don't even interact with. It's easy to reject people as enemies, whether they really do bad things or simply because people convince us they are bad. What's not easy is to see all fellow human beings as God sees us. Offered is a simple

By Richard Schultz - Faith is believing what God says—taking Him at His word and trusting God's promises even without visible evidence.

By William Fred Crow - We live with a real hope of God's promises. Even through trials we have the living hope of salvation.

By Brian Scott - On February 14 of each year, Western societies observe a day that has dubious origins - Valentine's Day. Is this something true Christians should take part in?

By Joshua Vazquez - This message discusses the Bible's main theme which is God's desire to dwell with humanity. From Eden to the tabernacle, from the physical temples to the Spiritual Temple of Christ, God continually seeks a relationship with His people. Through Jesus and the Holy Spirit, believers become God's temple

By Sanford Beattie - Psalm 92 has a title designating it as a song for the Sabbath. And yet, it doesn't directly refer to the Sabbath at all? What makes this a psalm for the Sabbath day?

By Elias Vazquez - The story of Prudence Crandall highlights courage and conviction in the face of injustice, urging us to reject favoritism, stand firm in adversity, and obey a higher authority by following God's commands, even when it is difficult.

By Philip Aust - In a continued series on the Book of Daniel, pastor Philip Aust covers the 10th chapter in which Daniel seeks understanding from God - and receives a dramatic answer!

By Ken Loucks - The Bible is full of everyday things—bread, water, light, lambs—that God uses to teach us deeper spiritual lessons. They are not just illustrations; they are meant to help us experience the truth, not just understand it in our heads. When we grasp the meaning behind these symbols, Scripture becomes

By Gary Smith - In 2 Thessalonians 2, the Apostle Paul exhorts the church not to allow anyone to undermine their faith. He wants them to adhere to what they have been taught. Paul then lays out information about the time of Christ's coming so that have the knowledge to counter more fully the false teaching.

By Joe Greene - Every February, stores are filled with Valentine's Day gifts. What are the origins of Valentine's Day? How does God view Valentine's Day? What does the Bible say about which days we should celebrate?

By Joe Greene - God repeats the things He does not want us to forget, and each year we observe the Holy Days as a reminder of His plan for mankind. The Passover is foundational and fundamental to our spiritual lives. Questions we can ask ourselves as a checklist to properly prepare for the Passover.

By Jay Ledbetter - In this sermon on the “bitter but beautiful” fruit of longsuffering from Galatians 5:22–23, we are reminded that true long patience—makrothyméō—is not merely enduring inconvenience, but bravely bearing offenses with grace, just as God has done toward us. Through powerful glimpses of God's character