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This sermon explores the profound connection between belonging to God's kingdom and the practice of forgiveness, using the parable of the unmerciful servant to illustrate that the demand for forgiveness far exceeds human capacity. The central argument posits that forgiveness is not a work required for salvation but rather the natural indication of having received God's grace, as believers who have...

Three Kinds of People Luke 10:25–37 | Choctaw County Revival 2026 This message examines the parable of the Good Samaritan to reveal three kinds of people we encounter in everyday life: those who beat people up, those who pass people up, and those who help people up. The thieves represent those who take from and wound others, not only through physical actions but also through gossip, criticism, bit...

This sermon examines the Parable of the Good Samaritan as a corrective to self-righteousness, illustrating that true neighborly love transcends social and religious boundaries. The central message argues that the law of God exposes human sin and inability to achieve righteousness through works, thereby pointing believers to the grace found in Christ. By contrasting the indifference of the priest a...

This sermon examines the Parable of the Sower as the definitive key to understanding the Kingdom of God, arguing that it distinguishes between those who are truly saved and those who are not. The central message challenges the modern evangelical tendency toward casual faith, urging believers to examine their own spiritual condition by looking for the evidence of fruit in their lives. The text cont...

Jesus is making a change of focus that results from a judicial act of judgment against Israel. They have refused to listen and respond to His calls for and invitations to salvation. Now, He is acting on God's warnings that though they see, they would not see truly, and though they hear, they would not understand. The understanding of the parables is limited to those who believe...at this point, th...

When will Jesus Christ return? What did He mean when He said that no one knows the day or hour? And who is taken and who is left behind in Matthew 24? In Matthew 24:36-44, Pastor Casey Lewis continues through the Olivet Discourse, examining Jesus' teaching about the unknown timing of His Second Coming, the days of Noah, and the sudden separation that will occur when Christ returns. Jesus warns tha...

This sermon examines the parable of the rich man and Lazarus to illustrate the finality of death and the eternal consequences of rejecting God's grace. It contrasts the worldly security of the ungodly with the spiritual contentment of the believer, emphasizing that earthly wealth cannot save while faith in Christ provides eternal hope. The preacher warns that death seals one's destiny, leaving no...

This sermon addresses the doctrine of assurance of salvation, emphasizing that true confidence in one's eternal security is found exclusively in Christ rather than in self-examination or personal performance. The speaker argues that looking inward leads to either self-righteousness or despair, whereas saving faith looks outward to the perfect work of Jesus, including His death, burial, and resurre...

This sermon examines the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12 to address the sin of covetousness, defining it as desiring what God has not given and identifying it as a form of idolatry. The message clarifies that Jesus' first coming was for salvation rather than earthly political rule, correcting the misconception that He should arbitrate civil disputes. It challenges listeners to examine their he...

This sermon examines the Parable of the Sower to illustrate the varying responses to the gospel message, emphasizing that salvation is a marvel of divine love that requires a prepared heart. The message distinguishes between the hardened wayside hearer, the shallow stony ground hearer, and the distracted thorny ground hearer, arguing that each fails to bear fruit due to worldly distraction. It urg...

This sermon addresses the tension between secular concerns and sacred devotion, urging believers to reject the compartmentalization of their faith. Drawing from Matthew 6, the message emphasizes that Christians cannot serve both God and material wealth, as true security comes from seeking the Kingdom of God first rather than worrying about basic needs like food and clothing. The teaching uses the...

Dr. Andre Schoeffler explores the theological concept of the fear of God, defining it as a profound sense of reverential awe that combines dread, veneration, and wonder. Using a parable of a Marine recruit and a general, the message illustrates how this awe evolves from initial fear into deep respect and gratitude, emphasizing that believers must maintain a sense of God's holiness and authority ra...

Rev. Ophoff The Parable of the Sower I. The Sower, the Seed, and the Field II. The Bad Soil III. The Good Soil Scripture Reading: Matthew 13:1-23, Hebrews 6:4-8 Text: Matthew 13:1-9,18-23 Confessions: Canons Head 3/4 art. 9 Psalter #s: 175, 151, 310, 21, 196

This sermon examines the parable of the wheat and the tares to distinguish the popular narrative of an earthly, political kingdom from the spiritual reality revealed by Jesus. It explains that the Son of Man sows good seed among the world's lost sinners, while the devil sows tares, resulting in a mixed community that persists until the end of the age. The text emphasizes that final separation occu...

Opening by Rod Sprenkel. Sermon by Thane Boone. Closing by Landon Bowman.

The sermon examines the parable of the true vine in John 15, distinguishing between two types of branches: those who abide in Christ and bear fruit, and those who are unfruitful and ultimately cast away. It defines abiding as a permanent, living connection to Christ through faith, which results in spiritual fruitfulness and the glory of God. The message clarifies that while salvation is secure for...

This sermon explores the practical implications of the Olivet Discourse, focusing on how believers should live while awaiting the return of Christ. The central message emphasizes that waiting for the kingdom is not a passive state but an active posture of trust, vigilance, and worship. The speaker outlines three key instructions: recognizing God's sovereign work in history through the signs of the...

This sermon examines the Parable of the Lost Sheep to reveal the profound joy Christ experiences when a sinner repents. It challenges the self-righteousness of those who view themselves as superior to others, emphasizing that all people are lost sheep who require the active pursuit of the Good Shepherd. The message clarifies that repentance is not a human achievement but a gift of divine grace, ur...

1. Jesus is always observing 2. Necessity of humility 3. Caring for the poor 4. Rewards upon gospel obedience

The sermon explores the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, presenting it as a profound illustration of the gospel rather than merely a lesson on neighborly duty. It argues that the robbed man represents humanity stripped of righteousness by sin, while the priest and Levite demonstrate the inability of religious law-keeping to provide salvation. The Samaritan is identified as a type of Chris...