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The sermon explores the divine mystery of the church as revealed in Ephesians 3, emphasizing that it is a central component of God's eternal plan rather than an afterthought. It highlights how the unified body of believers displays the manifold wisdom of God to both heavenly beings and the world, showcasing a redemptive strategy hidden for ages. The preacher encourages believers to recognize their privileged access to God through faith and to live with boldness in prayer and service. By enduring trials and laboring in ministry, Christians participate in an eternal work that glorifies Christ and advances His kingdom. The message concludes with a call to discern one's specific role in this grand divine display.

As Christians, not only must we boldly proclaim and hold fast to the good news of Jesus Christ, but we must also attend churches that embrace and proclaim the same message. In today's study, Tom explains why Jesus Christ and the good news of salvation is crucial for every church—and every individual Christian.

A church that does not hold to the biblical Jesus and the biblical gospel is not a true church. In today's message, Pastor Tom explains why the gospel of Jesus Christ is one of the hallmarks of a biblical church.

According to the New Testament, it starts by regularly coming together for corporate worship on the Lord's day, as well as regularly observing the ordinances of believer's baptism and the Lord's table, two ordinances that Scripture commands faithful churches to administer.

Today we come to the fourth hallmark, and it's how a biblical church intentionally structures church life to reflect what the Bible teaches. Friend, does your own church place a high priority on that? One that reflects what the Bible actually teaches?

Paul's Greeting to the Church Pt.2

As Tom will show us in today's study, a biblical understanding of man puts into perspective man's condition before a holy God: He is a wretched sinner, one who has rebelled and sinned against a holy God and is thus unable to save himself.

Paul's Greeting to the Church Pt.1

The truth is that a biblical church understands and embraces what the Bible teaches about man: his nature, problems, and their solutions. While the culture continues to understand man through psychology and other philosophies, we, as Christians, must be committed to what the Bible says about man.

In order for a church to be both biblical and spiritually healthy, it's essential they have a high view of God's Word. In other words, they must treat the Bible with the utmost respect as they would God Himself.

For a church to be a biblical church, they must affirm that the Bible is God-breathed, it is sufficient, and it speaks authoritatively for all of life, including how churches should conduct themselves.

1 Timothy 3:8-16 Rev. Dr. Marc Shefelton

On today's program, Tom Pennington demonstrates from Scripture that all biblical churches must have a high view of God—and their philosophy of ministry must flow from that commitment.

As leaders in Christ's church, we don't get to establish our own guiding principles. But rather, we must do exactly what Christ commands. In this series, we will discover several hallmarks that Scripture defines as essential to being a biblical church.

Guy Chennells:- This House Pt. 18: Why Church? Pt. 4: Army https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ekDx797VLvqpGnFO3DQUbtGig1OfHJNB/view?usp=sharing The Church as an Army The text frames the world as "enemy-occupied territory" and "contested space". Drawing on C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity, it describes the Christian faith as a campaign to reclaim this territory for the rightful King. To fulfill this role, the following is required: Military Discipline: Believers are urged to live with military discipline, avoid entanglement in civilian affairs, and strive to please their commanding officer. Spiritual Warfare: The struggle is defined as being against spiritual forces of evil rather than flesh and blood. The Armor of God: Believers are instructed to put on the full armor of God—including the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit—to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Persistence in Prayer: Constant prayer in the Spirit, along with intercession for all people and those in authority, is central to this mission. Foundational Identity The document references Matthew 16:18, noting that the Church is built upon a rock and will not be overcome by the gates of Hades. In addition to its role as an army, the Church functions as a space for: Learning and growth. Healing and restoration. Belonging and identity.

Message from David Wojnicki on June 21, 2026

Why would the Great Commission remain but the signs expire?

Tenille De Kock: This House Pt.17 :Why Church? Pt. 3: Hospital"Church as a Hospital": https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RHmsmHhIMxjZsn-Leaqx6sGC0Y1H4eZq/view?usp=sharing Biblical Foundation: The teaching is centered on Matthew 9:9-13, where Jesus eats with tax collectors and sinners, stating that the sick need a physician rather than the healthy.1 Jesus' Focus: Jesus prioritizes the condition of the heart and mercy over religious sacrifice, drawing from Hosea 6:6.2 The Church's Role: The church is presented as a "hospital" for emotional healing—a place where wounded people can come to be healed, acknowledging that everyone has different stories of wounding and needs healing.3 Obstacles to Healing: Administering Healing: Temptation to judge others instead of extending grace, or creating a church environment for "perfect people".4 Receiving Healing: Hiding or denying wounds, pride that refuses help, and the risk of transferring pain to others if it is not transformed.5 The Invitation: Take Ownership: Engaging curiosity about one's heart, asking God to reveal pride, and committing to the healing process.6 Extend Mercy: Choosing kindness and mercy toward others, recognizing that everyone is at a different stage of healing, and loving those in the city who live differently.

In this Pentecost message, Pastor R. Bret Walker explores what it truly means to be a Spirit‑filled church. Drawing from Acts 2, he highlights six marks of a vibrant congregation: a praying church, a witnessing church, a sent church, a persecuted church, a preaching church, and a baptizing church. Pastor Walker challenges listeners to embrace the work of the Holy Spirit—uniting in prayer, boldly sharing Christ, discipling new believers, and carrying the gospel beyond the church walls. The Spirit that filled the early church is the same Spirit empowering believers today to reach the lost and glorify God. #GuerrillaChristianity #PastorRBretWalker #PentecostPower #SpiritFilledChurch #BookOfActs #HolySpiritFire #ChristianDiscipleship #PreachTheGospel #PrayingChurch #EarlyChurchLessons

In this penultimate message of the Easter series The Early Church: Lessons from the Book of Acts, Pastor R. Bret Walker explores the Ascension and the calling of the church to be a sent people. Drawing from Acts 1:1–11, he highlights Jesus' command to wait for the Holy Spirit, the power given to believers, and the mission to witness in ever‑widening circles—Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. Like the disciples, we are not called to stand still, but to go. Empowered by the Spirit, the sent church proclaims Christ to a world in need. #GuerrillaChristianity #PastorRBretWalker #SentChurch #AscensionSunday #Acts1 #HolySpiritPower #GreatCommission #WitnessForChrist #EarlyChurchLessons #ChristianMission

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We continue our history of the origins of the French Gnostic Church in the 19th Century, a oft forgotten chapter […]

In this message, Pastor R. Bret Walker explores Paul's sermon at the Areopagus (Acts 17:22–31) as a model for evangelism in a skeptical world. Paul begins with common ground, acknowledges the Athenians' spiritual searching, and reveals the “unknown God” as the Creator who calls all people to repentance. Pastor Walker challenges believers to recover the courage and clarity of the early church—a preaching church that shared the gospel with wisdom, calmness, and conviction. Though few believed Paul that day, the seeds he planted transformed Athens. We are called to do the same. #GuerrillaChristianity #PastorRBretWalker #BookOfActs #PreachingChurch #Acts17 #PaulAtTheAreopagus #ChristianEvangelism #ShareTheGospel #EarlyChurchLessons #UnknownGod

Message from David Wojnicki on June 14, 2026

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss how Jesus invested definitive teaching authority in Peter and his successors in order to address potential divisions He saw within the Church.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy Smothermon speaks about being a “church on fire,” contrasting religion with a transformative relationship with Jesus that gives purpose beyond oneself. Using Psalm 67:1–2, he explains that God's mercy and blessing are meant to shine through believers so others can know His way and find salvation. He recounts the Welsh Revival as an example of prayer and fasting igniting widespread spiritual change and urges the church not to become lukewarm or let the flame go out like churches that became museums. Citing Mark 16:15, Luke 19:10, Acts 1:8, and Acts 2, he emphasizes the Holy Spirit's power to make believers bold witnesses, calls for praying and fasting for the lost, shares personal testimonies of evangelism, and ends with an invitation to surrender to Jesus in prayer.

This is part two of a two part message on spiritual gifts in our series on the Holy Spirit. We are learning who the Holy Spirit is, what it means to be in relationship with Him, and how His power is at work in us and through us. 

A series looking at the church and our priorities, by Simon Manchester of Hope 103.2's Christian Growth podcast and pastor at All Saints in Woollahra, Sydney. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Church on the Move Roswell message, Pastor Troy Smothermon explains from John 10 that Jesus is the Good Shepherd and believers can know His voice through time with Him, surrender, and obedience, contrasting yielded “sheep” with resistant “goats.” He then teaches that God calls people to be planted in a local church, using Psalms 92 and Jeremiah 17 to show that being rooted and watered by God's Word produces flourishing, stability in trouble, and fruitfulness even in drought. He warns against offense, convenience-driven drifting, and rebellion, emphasizing biblical loyalty built on truth, love, accountability, sacrifice, commitment, and shared vision. The sermon highlights that Jesus loves the church as His bride, is washing and preparing her for the marriage supper of the Lamb, and calls people to repent, return, and surrender to Christ.

We know the Holy Spirit is the giver of spiritual gifts, but why does He give us spiritual gifts? Join us for part one of this two part message as we learn about spiritual gifts, their purpose, and how they work in the church today.

A series looking at the church and our priorities, by Simon Manchester of Hope 103.2's Christian Growth podcast and pastor at All Saints in Woollahra, Sydney. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Father Spitzer and Doug Keck dive into Pope Leo XIV's new encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, unpacking the Church's essential and transformative role in human life and salvation.

In this Church on the Move sermon, Pastor Troy Smothermon uses Ephesians 5:25 as he argues that people cannot fully love Jesus without loving His bride, the church, and explains that the local church builds and sharpens people (Proverbs 27:17), combats loneliness through relationships, and teaches integrity, responsibility, sacrifice, and servant leadership. He calls older believers to disciple younger believers (Titus 2:2–8), urges members not to be the “missing piece” in the body (1 Corinthians 12:18), and challenges listeners to encourage a believer and share Jesus with someone who doesn't know Him.

A series looking at the church and our priorities, by Simon Manchester of Hope 103.2's Christian Growth podcast and pastor at All Saints in Woollahra, Sydney. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Troy Smothermon explains why he loves the church—especially the local church—reading a letter about how refreshing church community is, sharing his testimony of being saved after trying to pull his brother from what he thought was a cult, and teaching that the local church is God's house, a pillar of truth, and essential for salvation, discipleship, and transformation. He ends with an invitation to surrender to Jesus and a congregational prayer of salvation.

Fr. Spitzer and Doug discuss why we know Jesus commissioned Peter to head His Church and the ways in which this commissioning would be passed on to Peter's successors.

The Role of Women in the Church Pt.2

Westward ho! Part 2 covers Brigham Young finding the LDS church and going full throttle on his way to the top baby. All gas no brakes. From going on "missions" where he would essentially kidnap girls and women to bring back to be plural wives for the church leaders, to slaughtering basically a whole tribe of native Americans, Brigham was a bad dude! Support Lil Stinkers at https://www.patreon.com/lilstinkers to get every episode AD FREE and a week early PLUS weekly bonus episodes. Get your Lil Stinkers merch today at https://www.lilstinkerspod.com #truecrimecommunity #comedypodcast #lilstinkers Support the show & get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care with HIMS @ http://hims.com/STINKER 

Father Spitzer and Doug examine the reasons why people naturally gravitate toward worshiping in a church rather than simply practicing private spirituality secluded in their homes.

The Role of Women in the Church Pt.1

Mormons Beware: You're in for a scare! Jon details the early years of Brigham's life before his journey to leader of the LDS Church. We also cover a brief history of Joseph Smith and his writing of the Book of Mormon, which is pretty darn silly tbh. Stay tuned for part two next week. Support Lil Stinkers at https://www.patreon.com/lilstinkers to get every episode AD FREE and a week early PLUS weekly bonus episodes. Get your Lil Stinkers merch today at https://www.lilstinkerspod.com Get premium wireless for $15/month on a 3 monthplan at http://MintMobile.com/stinker