The Reliant Podcast

Send us Fan Mail This message was preached on Easter Sunday, April 20th, 2025 by Bill Sizemore, Lead Pastor of Reliant Church in Dallas, GA. What if the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just something we celebrate—but a power we’re meant to live in every single day? In this Easter message, we walk through 1 Corinthians 15 to unpack how the resurrection changes not just our eternity, but our right now....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Dive Deeper , we take a closer look at Joshua 20—a powerful chapter that reveals God’s heart for mercy in the middle of life’s mess. Through the cities of refuge, we discover how God provides a place of safety, healing, and hope for those in need of grace. Take a moment and dive deeper with us as we explore how these ancient truths still speak to our lives today...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 Refuge Found – Where Mercy Meets the Mess In this episode, Pastor Bill unpacks Joshua 20 and the powerful idea of God’s mercy in motion —through Christ, through His people, and through the vision of our future community center. If you’re searching for hope or feel stuck in your past, this message is for you. 🛡 Find your refuge in Jesus—and help others find theirs. 🔗 Stay conne...

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: This sermon, “The Gift of the First Advent: Love That Saves,” part of The Power of the Gospel series, explores why we need a Savior and how Jesus fulfills that need. Starting with Isaiah 2:2 and its connection to the Song of Moses, it highlights God’s plan to redeem humanity from sin. Drawing from John 3, it emphasizes the necessity of being born again, contrasting Adam’...

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: This message focuses on the fall of humanity through Adam’s sin and the universal need for redemption. Pastor Sizemore explains how sin entered the world, breaking humanity’s relationship with God, and how God’s plan to restore creation began with the promise of a Savior. The story of Christmas is rooted in God’s response to humanity’s greatest need. Scripture:  Romans 5...

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: Join us as Brian Clark explores with us how anyone can share their faith and the Gospel Scripture:  Selected Speaker: Brian Clark Connect with Reliant at: reliant.church Partner with us financially at: reliant.church/give

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: This sermon invites us to deepen our relationship with God during this Thanksgiving season by focusing on three key aspects. We begin with Praise and Worship, recognizing the greatness and grace of God as the foundation of our faith. We acknowledge His majesty through vibrant praise, while heartfelt worship allows us to connect with His enduring grace. Moving into Prayer...

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: The story of Jonah reveals the danger of bias and the transformative power of aligning our hearts with God. Jonah, who experienced God’s grace firsthand, resisted sharing that same mercy with the Ninevites, prioritizing his comfort and judgment over their salvation. Yet God, in His proclamation of His name, shows Himself to be gracious, merciful, slow to anger, and aboun...

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: When we truly understand the Love that God has for it should lead us into a Radically Obedient Relationship with that results in us Radically Love Gods People Consistently Scripture:  1 John 4:7-21 Speaker: Pastor Danny Abell Connect with Reliant at: reliant.church Partner with us financially at: reliant.church/give

Send us Fan Mail Synopsis: This sermon explores the story of Jonah and God’s incredible mercy through the theme of second chances. Jonah, who had once run from his calling, was given a new opportunity to rise and fulfill his mission. Similarly, Nineveh, a city engulfed in sin, received a divine warning and responded with humility, turning from their ways to avoid God’s wrath. We are reminded that...

Send us Fan Mail Deliverance From Your Hell - Finding Redemption in the Depths Synopsis: This sermon on Jonah 2 focuses on Jonah’s time in the belly of the fish as a powerful lesson in repentance, trust, and redemption. It begins by challenging us to consider what happens when we reach the end of the road running from God and are confronted with a crisis of belief. Like Jonah, we all have areas of...

Send us Fan Mail The Sign of Jonah - Experiencing Death to Walk in Newness of Life Synopsis: In this sermon, we explore the powerful parallel between the sign of Jonah and the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, showing how no human effort can bring salvation—only the sacrifice of Christ can. Just as Jonah spent three days in the belly of the fish, so Jesus spent three days in the gra...

Send us Fan Mail The Call of the Lord - Learning to obey the voice of the Lord Synopsis: Pastor Bill emphasizes the importance of relational evangelism, highlighting how building relationships can enhance our ability to share faith. He explores the story of Jonah, underscoring that God actively communicates with us through various means. The sermon warns against isolation and disobedience, illustr...

Send us Fan Mail Be Fruitful and Multiply - Fulfilling God’s Commission of Love Synopsis: "Be Fruitful and Multiply" explores the profound biblical theme of restoring God's image in humanity through Christ. It contrasts the life-giving image and likeness of God with the death brought through Adam’s disobedience. While Adam’s sin introduced death, Christ’s resurrection brings new lif...

Send us Fan Mail GROW TO GO-Spiritual Growth Equips Us To Take Action Synopsis: If we are diligent to discover how the disciples grew by spending time with Jesus and asking Him for direction, we will find all the resources needed to accomplish whatever task He tells us to do. We will have the confidence to say, “yes Lord, I will go” Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38 and 10:1-8 Speaker: Alan Pollock Conne...

Send us Fan Mail Love Our City Synopsis: In order to continue to Love our City we must realign our focus to be Kingdom Centered and be ready to Love Sacrificially when we are called to do so. Scripture: Topical Speaker: Pastor Danny Abell Connect with Reliant at: reliant.church Partner with us financially at: reliant.church/give

Send us Fan Mail Relational Equity - "Building a Community of Authentic Love and Inclusion" Pastor Bill emphasizes the importance of relational equity within the church community, which is rooted in recognizing the inherent dignity of every person and fostering inclusive relationships. This involves actively involving all members in the church's mission, listening to one another, an...

Send us Fan Mail Who Are We? - Understanding the backbone and DNA of Reliant Reliant Ministries is committed to producing Jesus followers of faith who expand God's kingdom, as commanded in Matthew 28:19-20. This mission is achieved through life-on-life transformation and teaching the commands of Christ, fostering a community deeply rooted in biblical teachings and discipleship. Our vision is...

Send us Fan Mail Learning to Love God - Understanding the Greatest Commandment The sermon "Learning to Love God" by Pastor Bill Sizemore focuses on the 10 Commandments. We express our love and devotion to the Lord as we follow His commands. Are we loving God with all our heart and soul?  Are we worshiping other gods in our lives? Are you loving your neighbor whether at our desk or in our...

Send us Fan Mail The Purpose of Salvation - Finding our journey back to God The sermon "The Purpose of Salvation" by Pastor Bill Sizemore emphasizes that salvation is about bringing people into a relationship with God, not just escaping hell. It highlights the journey back to God with the help of His power and provision, comparing it to the Israelites' journey in the wilderness. The...

Send us Fan Mail Ingredients for a Healthy Church A healthy church thrives when it focuses on the Gospel, shares the ministry, and supports one another in carrying the burdens. Scripture:  Exodus 18, Acts 6 Speaker: Pastor Danny Abell  Connect with Reliant at: reliant.church Partner with us financially at: reliant.church/give

Send us Fan Mail Learning to turn to God when circumstances get hard -  Pastor Bill, in his sermon "Is the Lord Among Us or Not?", explores the theme of faith and testing our faith through the story of the Israelites in the wilderness. He emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's presence and power, even in challenging circumstances. The sermon highlights the significance of se...

Send us Fan Mail The Testing of the Lord God provides manna from heaven to the Israelites in the wilderness as they grumble, demonstrating His faithfulness and provision. Jesus tells the crowds that He is the Bread of Life, offering eternal sustenance to all who believe in Him. Scripture:  Exodus 16; Jn 6:25–59 Speaker: Pastor Bill Sizemore Connect with Reliant at: reliant.church Partner with us f...

Send us Fan Mail The Song of Moses - Learning to Declare the Mighty Works of God The pastor's sermon emphasizes the power of songs and their impact, highlighting the timeless significance of "Amazing Grace." Focused on Exodus 15:1, the sermon delves into the song of victory as the first mentioned in the Bible, stressing its role in worship and celebration. Breaking down the song&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Overcoming Fear to Move Forward The Israelites, fleeing from Egypt, face the Red Sea in front and Pharaoh's army behind. Moses, through God's power, parts the sea, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry land before the waters return, destroying the pursuing Egyptians. This passage teaches us to trust in God's miraculous deliverance even when facing seemingly insurm...