Jesus Christ's Purposeful Manifestation
Sermon; Given 3/9/2024
When Jesus Christ appears, having received power promised to Eve's offspring, He will destroy the works of the devil, which includes removing our sins.
When Will God Answer?
Sermon; Given 2/10/2024
God does not delay because of indifference, but wants to provide maximum opportunity for repenting, overcoming, and building character.
Warning of Judgment, Urgency to Prepare!
Sermon; Given 1/20/2024
We need to prepare physically and mentally for God's expected judgment—a terrible thing for those not aligned to His divine purpose for humanity.
Tithing: 'Try Me Now!' (Part Two)
Sermon; Given 1/6/2024
Tithing requires faith and trust in God, who provides our ability to acquire wealth. Each member must make his own decision. Tithing is based on increase.
Tithing: 'Try Me Now!' (Part One)
Sermon; Given 11/25/2023
The tithes did not belong to the Levites, but to God who commanded their services on behalf of the people. Refusal to tithe robs God.
Thankful Forever
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 11/24/2023
Is it not a shame that a day set apart for thanking the Almighty Creator of the universe is either commercially overhyped or given barely a glance?
Idolatrous Suppressors of the Truth
Sermon; Given 10/28/2023
When John talks about idols, he is going far beyond things like statues, icons, and crucifixes, but instead anything people focus on first.
The Parable of the Wheat and Tares
Sermon; Given 10/14/2023
For every pure thing God has created, Satan has manufactured a counterfeit, even passing himself off as an angel of light. He is the master imitator.
Standing on the Sea of Glass
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/7/2023
The Sea of Glass at God's throne reflects and symbolizes God's holiness and purity, peace and calmness, and His purposes of righteousness and love.
God Is Still on His Throne
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/30/2023
The LORD is on His throne in Heaven, the location before which God's resurrected saints will occupy on the Sea of Glass.
Establishing Our Hearts Before Christ's Return
Sermon; Given 9/16/2023
James emphasizes patience five times, suggesting that it is a capstone of saintly character, encompassing long-suffering, forbearance, and self-restraint.
Avoiding Detrimental Assumptions
Sermon; Given 9/2/2023
The world's religions have attempted to cast Almighty God into their faulty images, crafting an evil and destructive situational ethics.
Wrong Will Eventually Be Set Right
Sermon; Given 8/12/2023
God frequently turns things around with an element of surprise, defeating human will, replacing it with understanding of the benefits of His will.
Comfort One Another With These Words
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/4/2023
The death of someone close hits us hard, but God provides comfort, often through others. We need to comfort the grieving with the hope about the resurrection.
Displaying Gentle and Patient Conduct
Sermon; Given 7/15/2023
God's people must follow the spirit of the law regarding the treatment of others, being humble, sincere, and gentle, esteeming others before themselves.
Displaying Virtuous Character
Sermon; Given 6/24/2023
Self-control has both an inward and outward dimension, the latter concerned with human relationships, manners, and reflecting God's orderly mindset.
Gifted With Power From on High
Sermon; Given 5/28/2023
With the Holy Spirit, we receive spiritual gifts that amplify extant physical abilities for the expressed purpose of edifying the church.
Why Does God Allow Us to Be Afflicted?
Sermon; Given 4/29/2023
In God's hands, trials and afflictions are tools to produce refined character and joy, and to move us away from worldly choices and back to His purpose.
More Than Conquerors
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/14/2023
Verbally vilify a homosexual, an abortion advocate, or Muslim terrorist, and it is a 'hate crime.' Do the same to a Christian, and it is free speech.
Dynamic Living Stones!
Sermonette; Given 4/12/2023
Our service and sacrifice should never be considered a burden, but a joy, declaring the excellency of God, witnessing what God in Christ has done for us.