Sermons on The Gospel
To the Praise of His Glory: He Redeemed Us
Ephesians 1:7 Paul explained that God’s plan for salvation had a single solution: the death of his son, Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton looks into the concept of redemption, emphasizing that only one sacrifice was necessary to liberate us from our bondage to sin.
To the Praise of His Glory: Undeniable Election
Ephesians 3:4-6 Paul clearly taught that God chose those who would be saved before the world was created. Pastor Rod Bunton delves into this controversial doctrine through a comprehensive review of scriptures that unequivocally demonstrate how election is the path to salvation, coexisting harmoniously with the doctrine of human responsibility.
To the Praise of His Glory: He Chose Us
Ephesians 1:3-6 Paul opens the doctrinal teaching portion of his letter by presenting a beautifully structured passage that underscores God’s pre-determined plan. Pastor Rod Bunton delves into the first point, which is that God selected individuals to be adopted into His family for the purpose of glorifying Himself.
The Resurrection of Christ
Pastor Ben Khazraee delivers an Easter lesson that centers around the resurrection of Christ, a timely topic for the occasion.
The Appearance of Jesus to Thomas
John 20:24-31 The apostle Thomas was not with the others when Jesus appeared to them and, despite their assurances, he did not believe that it really happened. Pastor Rod Bunton describes how Jesus’ sixth appearance to “doubting” Thomas convinced him to make a remarkable declaration.
The Resurrection of Jesus
John 20:1-18 Mary Magdalene, a faithful disciple of Christ, arrived at the tomb early on Sunday and discovered that Jesus’ body was gone. Pastor Rod Bunton explains the confusion that followed and the eventual unexpected realization that he had been resurrected even though he had already told them it would happen.
A Life that Pleases God, Part 2
1 Thessalonians 4:4-12 Paul addressed the need for the Thessalonian church to grow in their sanctification. Pastor Doug Link concludes a two-part series that discusses both sexual purity and some surprisingly ordinary areas of a Christian life that please God.
A Life that Pleases God, Part 1
1 Thessalonians 4:1-5 Paul had expressed his pleasure with how the Thessalonian church had grown spiritually since his departure, but then he turned his focus to areas where they needed growth. Pastor Doug Link begins a two-part series on an exhortation to grow in sanctification, starting with sexual purity.
The Gospel and Roman Catholics
Pastor Ben Khazraee concludes this series by looking closer at the Roman Catholic view of the gospel, contrasting it with the Biblical view.
Justification: Faith + Works or By Faith Alone?
Pastor Doug Link teaches about the most important difference between Roman Catholic teaching and Bible-believing Protestant belief.
A Call to Continue in the Faith
2 Timothy 3:10-15 Paul chose Timothy to join his ministry so that he might be taught how to teach the Gospel and to minister to the church. Pastor Doug Link uses this passage from Paul’s letter to Timothy that reminds him, and us, to remain steadfast in his lifestyle and faithful to his purpose.
From Reconciliation to Ambassadors
2 Corinthians 5:18-21 Even though, as sinners, we offend God, He is the one that offers reconciliation. Pastor Rod Bunton explains why God does this and what responsibility we have as believers after we are reconciled.