United Church of God Sermons

By Ryan Shallenberger - How do you step down from moments at the Feast of Tabernacles back into our 'reality' as we know it today? Lessons from the account of Jesus' transfiguration on holy moments and what to do next.

By Jerry Burnhauser - Jesus calls us to be laborers for the harvest. How can we best accomplish this role both today and in the future?

By Jacob Mammen - God is preparing us for His Kingdom, and that means continuing to grow even when it feels uncomfortable. We grow through thoughtful responses, being present for people who are hurting, and reflecting our faith through both our words and our example. The Feast is a time to rejoice and recharge, then

By John Elliott - United Church of God President John Elliot emphasizes that the Feast of Tabernacles should expand our vision of the coming Kingdom of God—not merely as an improved version of today's world, but as an entirely new age under Jesus Christ, filled with wonders humanity has never experienced. Christ's

By Mario Seiglie - This Bible talk will look at how most of Christ's ministry centered around the Sea of Galilee. It was the ideal place to train HIs disciples with the five cultural groups there and the lessons that can be learned.

By William Stetter - This message examines how the Feast of Tabernacles points not only to Christ's coming Millennial reign, but also to our future responsibility as priests serving with Him. Because priests must know, live, and teach God's way, the Feast should strengthen our commitment to develop the knowledge

By Keith Tomes - The Feast of Tabernacles gives us a glimpse of God's coming Kingdom, but our connection with Christ must continue long after the Feast ends. Discover how abiding in Christ every day produces the love and fruit that show others what God's Kingdom is all about.

By Terry Cole - A mid - feast personal progress assessment... Are we just doing what we should, or are we truly becoming what God has called us to be?

By Greg Thomas - Look at our lives and purpose from God's perspective, rather than a negative human lenses. A focus on the examples of Christ and the apostle Paul. Topics that are mentioned in the Sermon are God's purpose for our lives, appreciating the opportunity of being a new creature, allowing the Spirit to

By Mike Phelps - Upon the return of Jesus Christ, we will be asked to help fix the world. The lists of things needing fixing and the number of people needing help are both extensive. But God is not waiting until the millennium to begin fixing the world; He is fixing it right now, today, one person at a time. Jesus

By Matt Earles - As the disciples struggled against the wind and waves, they woke Jesus and asked, “Don't You care that we are drowning?” Sometimes, that is what life feels like. However, from the beginning to the end, Jesus has been, is, and always will be in the boat with us.

By David Rains - Motivation - The why we do the things we do - is so important to God. So, do we obey because we are commanded? Because we are offered blessings? Or is God looking for something more? This message looks at our progression of motivation toward God and His Holy Days as we look to grow spiritually at

By Martin Braun - This message describes some of the special powers we will be given when Jesus returns, some ways we will use those powers to assist Him, and what we should be doing now to prepare.

By Jerold Aust - This Bible study examines the following questions: Why does God want us to feast at the Feast of Tabernacles? Why does He want us to live in a temporary tabernacle during this feast? And why and how does a temporary tabernacle lead to a permanent temple? If you know the backstory to these questions

By Andy McClain - Like a LEGO set, you can't build something right without following the instructions. God's Kingdom will rebuild a broken world on the right foundation, repairing our relationship with God and restoring relationships with one another. Find out what God's blueprint for rebuilding the world looks like

By Neil Crane - It is our responsibility as parents to teach our children to love God, His laws and His way of life. The Feast of Tabernacles presents us with a wonderful opportunity to reinforce that we are blessed to live God's way of life by creating lasting Feast memories.

By Roger Rains - The saints at the end time are described in Revelation 7. What does the different symbolism picture in that description? And specifically, what does it mean for us to have white robes today, in our everyday lives and in our families?

By Dr. Brian Hoselton - The experiences of our life have meaning beyond ourself. They are for encouragement for others today and in the Kingdom, as God weaves all or our stories together in His Story.

By Brandon McCray - We are called to the Feast not only to rejoice individually but together as a spiritual family unit.

By Mark Holladay - This Bible talk session examines the question: Is the Bible true? We will be taking a look at archeological finds, as well as other proofs of accounts in the Bible that have been verified from outside sources.

By Ron Barker - God gives us very clear instructions about keeping the Feast of Tabernacles. One of the most prominent instructions is to Rejoice.

By Mark Vincen - The speed of light is the speed limit of the physical universe. To travel faster than light would mean that time travel to the past would be possible. This would have enormous implications as it violates the Principal of Cause-and-Effect which states that the effect of something must always come

By Craig Scott - Living in temporary dwellings is part of God's instruction for observing the Feast of Tabernacles. For Israel this was an annual reminder of their days of wandering in the wilderness prior to entering the land of promise. For new covenant believers' temporary dwells are a reminder of our own mortal

By Gary Beam - Humanity has spent thousands of years trying to change the world, but no government or human system can change the human heart. Christ's Kingdom will bring a different kind of transformation, giving people a new heart and spirit and teaching them God's way of life.

By David Chornomaz - Do we have some trouble visualizing exactly what we will be doing after the return of Jesus Christ? This sermon will explore 5 new and wonderful things that God has in store for us in His Kingdom.

By Don McCoy Jr - How did America become a great nation? It wasn't man's doing! God's Word shows that America's status as a great nation will disappear, as a result of our disobedience. But there is coming a time when that greatness will be restored, and the entire world will benefit as well!

By Mark Graham - What the Bible tells us about meeting our Lord in the air.

By Barry Dubkowski - The only solution to all the world's problems is world government but not in the hands of man. That is the message I heard when I was 19 years old, decades ago! The governments of man have failed and come woefully short for 6000 years! The only solution is Isaiah 9:6 "and the government will be on

By Timothy Spalding - The “glad tidings” of Christ's birth and life were not good news for all people at the time. But, they are great news for us now and will be great news for the world in the coming Kingdom.

By Frank Dunkle - Christ's return will begin the work of restoring a broken world under God's Kingdom. Learn how the responsibilities God gives you today can prepare you to faithfully serve, lead and care for others alongside Christ in the age to come.

By Dale Osborne - What you believe about the future determines how you act in the present.

By Skeets Mez - The Bible gives clear instruction on how we are to celebrate the feast. We are commanded to rejoice. And we are to extend that rejoicing to our families, and others mentioned in scripture.

By Joshua Creech - The Feast reminds us to stop and consider why we are here. God has brought us together to rejoice, to learn, and to experience what it means to be part of His family. As you go through the Feast, take time to reflect: Why has God brought you here, and what does He want you to take away from these

By Mario Seiglie - God uses the term "rejoice" several times when describing the Feast of Tabernacles. The message covers what this word means and seven rejoicings we should have at the Feast.

By Stephen Bouchette - We know why we're at God's Feast, but what should we do while we are here? This message moves through several practical steps on connecting with God during His Feast.

By Lewis VanAusdle - As the Feast of Tabernacles begins, we are reminded why we are here and what God wants us to take from observing these days.

By Walter Crane - The Feast of Tabernacles is the largest family reunion on record. Even if we do not have physical family members at the Feast we all are a part of God's spiritual family. We will look at 3 areas of a family reunion. 1. Set the time and place. 2.Rejoice and have fun. 3. Learn about the family.

By Daniel Deininger - The Feast of Tabernacles gives us a unique opportunity to gather together as God's family. What can this time teach us about fellowship, unity and looking forward to the Kingdom of God?

By Kurt Hoyer - What do the stories of Noah, Jonah, and the Baptism of Jesus have in common? What do they tell us about sin, repentance, the Day of Atonement and why God forgives sin?

By Roy Jackson - Everybody has sinned. Nobody's exempt. But there's a reason. The Day of Atonement isn't just about personal reconciliation—it's about understanding the root cause of all sin in the world: Satan and his deception. This message traces the path from Eden to today, showing why God commanded His people

By Brian Shaw - What will life be like when Satan is cast away?

By Anthony Scott - Atonement is a one of God's Feast Days that is misunderstood by the world. The idea of fasting is foreign to many people's thinking of a Holy Day. The symbolism of the 2 goats as part of the Day of Atonement is often confusing to some people.

By Dan Preston - There is a monster that lives among humanity, wreaking havoc and destruction. But we look forward to the Day of Atonement with joy, knowing Satan's the devil's time of evil influence will soon come to an end.

By Andy Duran - The Day of Atonement is a Holy Day rich in meaning within God's plan of salvation for all mankind. Within these meanings we find a connection to captivity and liberty: the Jubilee release of Leviticus 25, the binding of Satan pictured by the Azazel goat and Revelation 20, and the foreshadowed

By Jay Ledbetter - “An Offering Once for All,” explains how the Day of Atonement points forward to the reconciliation of all humanity through the complete and sufficient sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 10, it shows that Christ's sacrifice accomplished everything necessary concerning sin, the Father's