Sermons from July 2025

Sermons from July 2025

I Do Not Cease to Give Thanks for You

Ephesians 1:15-16 After presenting a profound doctrinal explanation of Christian salvation, Paul expresses his sincere prayers for his readers. Pastor Rod Bunton highlights Paul’s gratitude to God for the Ephesian church’s remarkable display of two crucial attributes: unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus and an unwavering love for fellow believers.

Ananias and Sapphira

Acts 5:1-11 After witnessing the exemplary response of the new church members to the external persecution faced by Peter and John, they encountered a new challenge: internal persecution. Pastor Rod Bunton recounts the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who sought recognition for their own financial contributions.

To the Praise of His Glory: We are Sealed with the Holy Spirit

Ephesians 1:11-14 Paul concludes this opening section of his letter by explaining the role of the Holy Spirit in our salvation. Pastor Rod Bunton elaborates on this third component, emphasizing that both Jews and Gentiles are made an inheritance through the indwelling of the promised Holy Spirit.

Responding to Persecution – Part 2

Acts 4:24-35 Peter and John’s persecution by the Jewish leaders demonstrates how they responded to a challenge to their unwavering commitment to obeying God. Pastor Rod Bunton identifies three more points that illuminate the appropriate course of action when confronted with persecution in our own lives.

Responding to Persecution – Part 1

Acts 4:8-23 Peter and John’s persecution by the Jewish leaders demonstrates how they responded to a challenge to their unwavering commitment to obeying God. Pastor Rod Bunton identifies three key points that illuminate the appropriate course of action when confronted with persecution in our own lives.