Sermons Podcast

The sermon discusses the sufferings of Christ, particularly the different perspectives presented by Matthew and John. Matthew emphasizes prophecy fulfillment, while John illustrates intimacy and the significance of Christ's journey to glory through suffering. Christ's path to exaltation through humility and love for humanity is highlighted, ultimately leading to His return to the Father. The post...

The audio sermon explores the significance of Christ's sufferings, drawing insights from Matthew 26:1. It emphasizes worship, self-mortification, and the necessity of enduring suffering as Christ did. The sermon connects biblical prophecy with Christ's crucifixion, highlighting human wickedness alongside divine will to portray the depth of Christ's sacrifice and humility at the cross. The post Suf...

This sermon reflects on the life of Judas Iscariot, his betrayal of Jesus, and what we can learn from his story. It highlights themes of trust, choices, and God’s plan, reminding us of the importance of faith and seeking forgiveness. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Judas – Part 4 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

The sermon by Br. Nitish Patel discusses the control Jesus had over the timing, place, and manner of his death, emphasizing that even Judas Iscariot's betrayal was part of God's plan. Throughout, it highlights Jesus' omniscience and sovereignty, showcasing his divine nature and the fulfillment of Scripture regarding his crucifixion. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Judas – Part 3 appeared first on...

In the upper room, Jesus displayed immense humility and love by washing the feet of Judas Iscariot, despite knowing Judas would soon betray Him. Judas hypocritically accepted Jesus' kindness and a sop (a symbol of friendship), only to later betray Him. This act of betrayal is seen as one of the greatest treacheries in Scripture, yet it highlights Jesus' divine love and long-suffering. Judas, contr...

The sermon focuses on Judas Iscariot, emphasizing his role as an unbeliever and traitor among the apostles. It explores Jesus' omniscience in knowing Judas' true nature, contrasts true believers with Judas, and highlights the destructive nature of greed leading to betrayal. Ultimately, it discusses God's sovereignty and human accountability in Judas' actions. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Judas...

The sermon discusses Matthew the Apostle's significance, particularly his unique focus on money and treasures in his Gospel. It highlights how Matthew, a former tax collector, transformed his understanding of wealth, emphasizing spiritual riches over material ones. The content explores biblical passages illustrating this theme, underscoring Jesus' teachings about heavenly treasures. The post 12 Di...

The sermon discusses Matthew the Apostle's conversion, highlighting his background as a tax collector and his decision to follow Jesus, forsaking his lucrative position. It emphasizes the simplicity of Jesus' call to "Follow me," illustrating the importance of dedication to God, as demonstrated by Matthew's establishment of a feast to bring others to Christ. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Mathew...

The sermon on Philip the Apostle emphasizes his unique salvation experience, directly by Jesus, highlighting both divine sovereignty and human responsibility. It explores Philip's role as a soul winner, his encounters with Nathaniel, and his testing by Christ concerning faith, illustrating the importance of witnessing and understanding Jesus’ divine nature. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Philip &...

The content discusses a sermon by Br. Nitish Patel focusing on the Apostle John, highlighting his identity as "the disciple whom Jesus loved." It emphasizes the importance of dwelling on God's love, which transforms and encourages believers. Key themes include measuring love by time, temperature, and quantity, underscoring the need for genuine love in their faith. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: J...

Br. Nitish starts a two-part series focusing on the Apostle John. He examines three instances where John faltered: his pursuit of greatness, inclination towards sectarianism, and initial desire for judgment on Gospel rejecters. However, he emphasizes the importance of learning from John's mistakes to enrich our own spiritual journey. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: John – Part 1 appeared first on...

This sermon examines the life of Thomas, the doubting disciple who initially struggled to believe in Jesus' resurrection. It looks at his journey from pessimism to declaring "My Lord and my God!" when seeing Jesus' wounds. Thomas is portrayed as representing the future acceptance of Jesus by the Jewish people. The sermon draws lessons about overcoming doubt, the importance of gathering with other...

Andrew the apostle exemplified bringing others to Christ - his brother Simon Peter, a boy with loaves and fishes, and Greeks seeking Jesus. This sermon explores Andrew's zeal for evangelism and desire to learn about Christ's return, inspiring believers to follow his example in sharing the gospel and studying prophecy. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Andrew appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

After looking at Peter's faith, Br. Nitish, focuses on his failures marked by the number three: taking his eyes off Jesus, proposing three tents at the Transfiguration, sleeping three times, and denying Jesus three times. He highlights Peter's restoration and how we can learn from his failures. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Peter – Part 3 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

Br. Nitish continues to delve into Peter's character, highlighting his salvation, sacrifice, and leadership qualities. Peter's conversion through personal witness, his sacrifice to follow Jesus, and his leadership among the apostles demonstrate the importance of commitment, sacrifice, and diverse personalities in serving God. The post 12 Disciples of Jesus: Peter – Part 2 appeared first on Borival...

Simon, as he was born, was born in the small town of Bethsaida, which is on the north side of Galilee. “Now Philip was of Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.” (John 1:44) His name was Jonah, or Simon, son of Jonas, while Jonah is what he's called. So his father's name was Jonah. And at some point, Peter, his wife, his brother Andrew, and his mother-in-law moved to the bigger town of Capernaum...

- Br. Varghese Chacko (ABC for Teens, 15th August, 2022)Video Sermon Link to Video SermonAudio Sermon DownloadIf you are facing any issues playing or downloading a sermon, please Contact UsSermon Transcript Let's go for a ... Read More The post Case Study 2 | Overcome the World – Part 4 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

- Br. Varghese Chacko (ABC for Teens, 15th August, 2022)Video Sermon Link to Video SermonAudio Sermon DownloadIf you are facing any issues playing or downloading a sermon, please Contact UsSermon Transcript Now, I want to ... Read More The post Overcome the World – Part 3 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

Br. Varghese Chacko moves on to a case study about a boy Vikas and an incident in his life. This case study emphasizes the importance of a pure heart and the influence of thoughts, conscience, emotions, and will in shaping one's character and choices. The story showcases the power of faith and integrity in overcoming worldly temptations. The post A Case Study | Overcome the World – Part 2 appeared...

In this passage, the Lord Jesus Christ teaches his disciples that true joy comes from believing the truth rather than relying on external circumstances. He encourages them to rejoice in the Lord and reminds them of the numerous instances of joy mentioned in Scripture. The disciples are urged to remember the joy they felt when they first received salvation and to find joy in the knowledge that they...

Br. Varghese Chacko emphasizes the importance of the heart in overcoming the devil-influenced world. The heart consists of conscience, thoughts, emotions, and will. Conscience discerns good and evil, thoughts are influenced by conscience, emotions are connected to the heart, and will determines actions. Guarding the heart reveals our true identity before God. Start overcoming the world from within...

- Br. Fred Kosin (Borivali Assembly, 1st December, 2021)Video Sermon Link to Video SermonAudio Sermon DownloadListen to complete sermon series: Upper Room DiscourseIf you are facing any issues playing or downloading a sermon, please Contact ... Read More The post Upper Room Discourse: Discourse of Joy – Part 1 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

Continuing with the Upper Room Discourse, these are the seven commands that Jesus Christ gives his disciples to follow and emulate. It's a must-listen sermon for every Christian to apply. The post Upper Room Discourse: 7 Commands – Part 7 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .

Missionaries visiting the colonial India strove for the betterment of Indians, despite the exploitive mindset & agenda of the colonists. Driven by the love of Christ, they were instrumental in establishing the modern education system of India. This video looks into efforts taken for the development & universalisation of education in India, by people who claimed allegiance to Christ and the Bible....

Continuing with the Upper Room Discourse, these are the seven commands that Jesus Christ gives his disciples to follow and emulate. It's a must-listen sermon for every Christian to apply. The post Upper Room Discourse: 7 Commands – Part 6 appeared first on Borivali Assembly .