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The Purpose of the Church (Matthew 28:16-20) - Morning Sermon
Today, a sharply divided Supreme Court reinstated a lower-court order for the Trump administration to release frozen foreign aid. In this episode, I talk with Matthew Soerens of World Relief about some of the recent executive orders and how marginalized voices can help restore the American church in its places of prominence. Matt began his World Relief journey in 2005 as an intern in Nicaragua. Since then he served as a Department of Justice-accredited legal counselor in Chicagoland before assuming the role of U.S. Director of Church Mobilization and Advocacy. He is the co-author of three books including Welcoming the Stranger (InterVarsity Press, 2018) and Inalienable (InterVarsity Press, 2022). He is a graduate of Wheaton College, where he has also served as a guest faculty member in the Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership program, and earned a master's degree from DePaul University's School of Public Service. Cross & Gavel is a production of CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY. The episode was produced by Josh Deng, with music from Vexento.
The Power of the Church - Matthew 18:17-20
We hope you have a blessed Sunday. Here is the sermon audio from our Pastor, Pastor Allan Houlie.Like our Facebook page: https://bit.ly/ubconfacebookFollow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/ubconinstagramVisit our website for more information: https://www.uitenhagebaptistchurch.co.za All rights reserved to Uitenhage Baptist Church
It's Vision Sunday! Join us as we celebrate what God has done and look forward to all that is ahead for 2025! Summit Park Church is a life-giving church in Lee's Summit, MO, with a great kid's program, Bible-centered messages, and an encouraging atmosphere. Get more information about visiting Summit Park Church at https://www.summitparkchurch.com. Summit Park Church is located at 425 SW Oldham Pkwy, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64081.
Memorial of Saint Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the ChurchMt 23:8-12"The greatest among you must be your servant.Whoever exalts himself will be humbled;but whoever humbles himself will be exalted."
More Than A Name: A Jesus Church (Matthew 16:13-20) w/ Darren Tyler
This week we look at Matthew 15:29-39. We examine how he establishes what His church is to look like. We see that he travels many miles to heal a man that has difficulty speaking and cannot hear. Then we look at Jesus's feeding 4,000 Gentiles. Jesus teaches us that God is for everyone and not the few. Join us Sundays at 8:30 and 10:30am.
In this sermon, Ps Adrian talks about the church and why it matters to us.
Why has the risen and ascended Lord Jesus made ’the church'? Outline The church Jesus builds (Matthew 16:16-18; 28:18-20) Called to be… (Ephesians 2:11-22; 3:8; 4:1-6) So that… (Ephesians 3:7-12; 4:11-16)
This sermon was preached on January 5, 2025 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff preached this sermon entitled "Christ before the Church" on Matthew 26:57-68. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit antiochpca.com or contact us at info@antiochpca.com.
Memorial of Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the ChurchMt 23:8-12"The greatest among you must be your servant.Whoever exalts himself will be humbled;but whoever humbles himself will be exalted."
Pastor Mike Ascher
Program for 12/26/2024 "Best Of" Covenant Community Church: Matthew 1:18-2:23, Joseph's Story
In this episode, I sit down with Bonhoeffer scholar, Matthew D. Kirkpatrick to discuss his new book, "Bonhoeffer for the Church: An Introduction." Kirkpatrick offers a fresh and accessible look at the life, theology, and enduring legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, one of the most influential Christian voices of the 20th century. In our conversation we explore how Bonhoeffer's insights on discipleship, community, and faithfulness in times of crisis remain profoundly relevant for the church today. Matthew D. Kirkpatrick is Tutorial Fellow in Christian ethics and doctrine at Wycliffe Hall, the University of Oxford. He has published widely on Bonhoeffer's thought, including Attacks on Christendom in a World Come of Age (2011), Bonhoeffer's Ethics (2011) and, as editor, Engaging Bonhoeffer (2016). https://www.ryleyheppner.com https://www.instagram.com/ryleyheppner/ For all collaboration requests (speaking, advertising, etc.) go to: https://www.ryleyheppner.com/collaboration
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Gal
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountMr. Sasha Hallock
When Jesus said, "I will build my Church" (Matthew 16:18), He envisioned a vibrant Kingdom movement that would thrive through the collaboration of different roles within the fivefold ministry—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Together, these diverse gifts would work in harmony to foster growth and extend His influence in the world.The Kingdom of God thrives on principles of multiplication and nurture, beautifully illustrated by the complementary roles of apostolic and pastoral ministry. Throughout His ministry, Jesus embodied this dual focus—venturing into new territories to share the message of the Kingdom (apostolic function) while also showing deep compassion for His followers (pastoral function). His instruction to "seek first the Kingdom of God" (Matthew 6:33) resonates with both the broad outreach of apostolic work and the supportive nature of pastoral care.Within this Kingdom framework, apostolic leaders can effectively serve as pastors while maintaining their primary calling to expand God's Kingdom. Just as Jesus trained the twelve while continuing His broader Kingdom mission, modern apostolic pastors can shepherd a local congregation while focusing on raising up Kingdom-minded leaders who will further expand God's territory.The Kingdom principle of multiplication appears throughout Scripture, from God's first command to "be fruitful and multiply" to Jesus's parables about Kingdom growth. An apostolic pastor embodies this principle by developing what Scripture calls the "fivefold ministry" – apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers (Ephesians 4:11-12). These gifts were given specifically "for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ," ultimately advancing God's Kingdom purposes.When Jesus spoke about the Kingdom of God being like a mustard seed that grows into a great tree (Matthew 13:31-32), He was illustrating a fundamental Kingdom principle that applies to apostolic-pastoral ministry. The local church, under apostolic-pastoral leadership, becomes like that mustard tree – firmly rooted in one place while providing far-reaching influence and impact for the Kingdom.The Book of Acts provides a powerful model of this Kingdom-focused leadership approach. The apostles, while maintaining connection with their home base in Jerusalem, invested heavily in developing local leadership teams throughout the expanding Kingdom territory. They understood that Kingdom advancement required both the pioneering spirit of apostolic ministry and the stabilizing influence of pastoral care.This Kingdom-centric model becomes particularly effective when the apostolic pastor focuses on developing teams that understand and operate according to Kingdom principles. These aren't merely functional leadership teams; they're Kingdom representatives equipped to demonstrate and declare the reality of God's reign in their spheres of influence. As Jesus sent out His disciples with the mandate to "preach, saying, 'The Kingdom of heaven is at hand'" (Matthew 10:7), so apostolic pastors send out equipped leaders to extend Kingdom influence.The development of pastor/elder teams takes on new significance when viewed through a Kingdom lens. These teams aren't just providing practical care; they're establishing outposts of Kingdom authority and influence within the local community. They become stewards of Kingdom culture, demonstrating the values and principles of God's reign in tangible ways.In practical terms, an apostolic pastor operating with Kingdom focus structures their ministry to reflect Heaven's priorities. Their preaching and teaching emphasize Kingdom principles, their leadership development programs focus on Kingdom values, and their strategic planning aligns with Kingdom purposes. Every aspect of ministry becomes an opportunity to advance God's reign and influence.The Kingdom principle of...
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Messages to apply to your everyday life and situations. We hope your life is encouraged and blessed by these messages.
Messages to apply to your everyday life and situations. We hope your life is encouraged and blessed by these messages.
Messages to apply to your everyday life and situations. We hope your life is encouraged and blessed by these messages.
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Brian Steadman
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Galt
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Galt
Church (ekklesia): Assembly or gathering—called to meet. Matthew 16:15-18(bulletin here)
Resolving Conflict in the Church | Matthew 18:15-35
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Galt
Join Reality Church Miami as Pastor Carlos Lollett starts out our sermon series: Matthew, and takes us through a teaching of Matthew 16. For more information, follow us on Instagram @realitychurchmiami and check us out online at www.realitymiami.com. If you have decided to receive Jesus Christ as your Savior and would like to know what's next, please let us know by contacting us on our socials or emailing us at info@realitymiami.com
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Brian Steadman
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Brian Steadman
In part two, American theologian and priest Matthew Fox traces out the links between the fascist wing of the Catholic Church, Opus Dei, American Cardinal Burke, and Steve Bannon, former Trump advisor and former Executive Chairman at Breitbart News. He explains how Cardinal Burke and other neofascists in the Catholic Church opposed the Second Vatican Council, which sought to update the Catholic Church. He then explains how both Co-Chairman of the Federalist Society, Leonard Leo, who drew up lists of potential conservative judges to be appointed to the Supreme Court, and President of the Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts, share a right-wing Catholic ideology.
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Galt
Sermon Series — Christ's Counterculture: The Sermon on the MountThe Reverend Jamison Wayne Galt
The Mission of the Church Matthew 9:35-38
Don Carson continues his teaching from the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24:1–28, expounding on the significant impact of apostasy on the church. He highlights the importance of discernment, warning against the dangers of false prophets who deceive many with both overt wickedness and subtle deception. Carson also emphasizes the need for accurate interpretation of biblical prophecy and urges the church to respond to persecution with bold gospel preaching and holiness.
What are the Gospels? They are books of the Bible that provide historical narratives documenting the life and work of Jesus and the creation of the early church. It is in Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts that we see God come to earth as a human, in Jesus. They also show how, as Christians, we are to live and love others as one of God's children. Last week we learned about the prophecy books of the Bible. This week we see how Jesus came to fulfill those prophecies!
The Mission of the Church Matthew 28
Message from Mickey Connolly on July 7, 2024
The Mission of the Church Matthew 28
The Mission of the Church Matthew 28
What is the mission of the church? We argue that the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) is the primary task the Lord has given the church to accomplish by His grace until the end of the age. What does this mean for our church and for missions generally? You can watch this message here.
Jesus provides us with three steps for how church discipline should be done regarding confrontation: One on one Two or three The whole church You can watch this message here.