Brevard Christian Church Podcast

Text: Acts 2 Title: "Supernatural Help" Summary: Acts 2 records for us the day the church began. 3000 were baptized into Christ that day for (1) the forgiveness of sins, and (2) the indwelling gift of the Holy Spirit. God hasn't just forgiven His people, He provides help to live new/transformed lives through the Holy Spirit. Questions: 1. Read 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and Ephesians 6:17....

Summary - The greatest movement in history was started by the greatest event in history. Questions: 1. Outside of you becoming a Christian, what was the next biggest event in your life - or the biggest event of 2025 for you? Why was it so impactful? How did it change your life? 2. For the greatest movement in history to begin, it took the greatest event - the resurrection of Jesus. But it wouldn't...

Synopsis: We often say Christmas isn’t about presents, but is that really true? In this message we make the case for why presents are actually what Christmas is all about! Christmas 2025 Sermon Questions: 1. What was your favorite present as a kid? Why? 2. What was your least favorite present and why? 2. What are the benefits associate with gift giving? (See Acts 20:35b, James 1:17 & John 3:16...

Hear the true meaning of Christmas from the heart of our dear elder, Ford Levi! Questions: 1) What does Christmas mean in YOUR household? 2) How has Christ impacted your life this year? 3) How might God be calling you to share the Light of the World in the year to come?

Summary - Jesus wants His Church to be encouraged through persecution and opposition. By means of apocalyptic language, God lets us know that "we win!" Questions: 1. Why is apocalyptic language used throughout Revelation? 2. What is the best way to understand the meaning of Revelation (what is the best commentary to use)? 3. Everything has a beginning and an end. What does Jesus want us to underst...

Sermon Synopsis: Jude the other brother of Jesus was compelled to warn us that evil people exist even in the Church community. We must fight for the faith that was once for all time given to us and avoid their corruption. How do we do that? Listen to Jude as he gives us the answer. Sermon Questions: 1. Have you ever met or seen someone who was truly evil? How did you know? What gave it away? (Jude...

Synopsis: The elder John gives us a brief insight into the good and bad going on in a local church in the 1st century. Even though it is short in words, 3 John gives us just enough direction to implement as a church today. Questions: 1) What is a selfishness that you are currently dealing with that needs to be squashed? 2) John urges his readers to imitate what is good. Make a list of 5 goods you...

Sermon Title: Truth...OR Love?? Sermon Synopsis: John writes a letter to the chosen lady and her children (or the Church and her faithful followers). He is grateful to see those who walk in the truth. John's aim in this letter is to encourage us to follow the prime directive to love others. The question is...what does it MEAN to love? Can we truly love others if we leave out the truth? Are we lovi...

1 John - Ford Levi Love Questions God is Love A world without Love? Must Love have fruits? 3:17-18. 3:14-15 Anyone who does not Love remains in death. Is this for unbelievers or Christians? Once saved always saved?

Synopsis: 2nd Peter gives strict encouragement to be effective and fruitful by supplementing your faith and to long for the coming of King Jesus. Questions: 1. Peter alludes to himself not having much time left on earth before he dies, so he gives his audience reminders written down to they may at any time recall them (see 2nd Peter 1:12-15). Like Peter, if you knew your time on earth was ending s...

Summary - Peter encourages a persecuted church scattered throughout the world to remain strong and committed. He encourages us to think about our foundation, our destiny, our ministry and our new birth (baptism). Questions: 1. What is your favorite "come from behind" or "come back" story? 2. If Jesus sent us a half time encouragement - what do you think He would emphasize the most? 3. Do you remem...

Synopsis: Have you ever played the blame game? How did it work out for you? James brother of Jesus gives us the most practical book in the New Testament. In it he talks about our responsibility as Christians. Playing the blame game is just a way to avoid responsibility. Taking responsibility, however, is key to living the best Christian life possible. Sermon Questions: 1. What was one of your earl...

Sermon Synopsis: The letter of Hebrews has an overarching theme: don’t lose your loyal trust in Jesus. To prove this, the letter gives us multiple views of who Jesus is and the power He holds; as to encourage the readers to stay true to Him. Questions: 1. In the book of Hebrews, Jesus is portrayed in many different examples. Which stands out to you and why? 2. Read Hebrews 13:7-8 aloud. Who in you...

Text: Philemon Summary: this is a short letter on how to restore relationships and make things right. (It's not about slavery, the way most people think of slavery.) Making things right requires #1 - getting things out in the open. And #2 - following through with the appropriate actions. Questions: 1. Why is it so hard to confess difficulties (not just sins but misunderstandings and unfortunate si...

The people of Crete had a bad reputation, but Paul left Titus there to find outliers, people who were different from the culture and would change the island for the better. Is this the kind of leader you are? Sermon Questions: 1. Read Titus 1:5. Why is it important to have a person in your life who is a Godly leader? 2. How good of a follower are you when it comes to submitting to leadership? 3. R...

Text: II Timothy Summary: II Timothy is the Apostle Paul's second letter to the evangelist Timothy imprisoned in Rome. He is entreating Timothy to fan the flame of bold faith, and to be on guard against those who have only the "appearance of godliness." Paul speaks with boldness and clarity, even as he awaits his own death. He speaks from a posture of courageous faith, rather than from fear for hi...

Text: 1 Timothy Summary: 1 Timothy is the Apostle Paul's letter to the evangelist Timothy as he was working with the church at Ephesus. He is concerned that Timothy help guide the church in teaching sound doctrine, selecting elders, taking care of widows, and living well with each other and with money. Paul begins the letter by presenting himself as an example of how to think and live out the Gosp...

Text: II Thessalonians Did you know that there are Christians you should avoid? That’s right. Even we as Christians, if we’re not careful, can become nothing more than a distraction to be ignored. Not long after writing to the young Church at Thessalonica, Paul writes them again to correct a misunderstanding and set them straight. In so doing, God is setting us straight too. Sermon Questions: What...

Summary - To the church established in Acts 17, Paul shares his concerns and answers the Christian's questions, mainly about the return of Jesus. Questions - 1. What causes you to not look forward to the return of Jesus? Are you doing anything about whatever that is? 2. How does your job make the world a better place - doing good for mankind? 3. It's important to share our faith, but how do your r...

Sermon Synopsis Jesus has all authority and power and has conquered death by His own death, because of this, we are called to devout our lives and actions to God the Father with thankful hearts. 1. If Jesus has all authority everywhere and at all times then what causes us to lack in trusting Him? 2. What are you most grateful for of what Jesus has done? 3. Read Colossians. 3:17. In your life, what...

YOUR SUFFERING IS A GOOD THING?! 22 REASONS WHY… SCRIPTURES FROM THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS GOOD FOR OTHERS: 1. It Prevents Loneliness (1:7, 2:1f, 4:14) 2. It Creates Genuine Concern for Others (2:2f, 4:10, 4:15) 3. It Gives Others Hope (1:14, 2:17f, 3:17) 4. It Produces Courage for You and Those Close to You (1:20f, 1:27, 3:17) 5. It Helps You Help Others (1:25, 2:1f, 2:14f, 3:17) GOOD FOR YOU PERSO...

Text: Ephesians Summary: Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus divides naturally into two parts. The first three chapters focus on Jesus' power for and through the church to bring both Jews and Gentiles to God. The second part (chapters 4-6), address our expected response to Jesus' work. We must give priority to Him and His church. Questions: 1. What does 2:1 mean when it says we were "dead"? 2....

Galatians is a letter written by Paul to Christians to remember what the true Gospel of Jesus is, and for them to heed his warning to live accordingly. In this sermon we focus on the warning for us to walk in the Spirit so that we don't implode on ourselves. Questions 1. Why do we humans so easily become conceited? 2. Today, circumcision probably isn't the hot topic of works based salvation, howev...

II Corinthians - Seth Bourne - 2nd Service (8/3/25) It's easy to grow distracted and weak in the faith. Sometimes we feel we've fallen to the point of no return. But Paul has something different to say in 2 Corinthians. The secret is to remember who we are. Sermon Questions: 1. Have you ever lost something (keys, wallet, etc.) only to find it in a very obvious place? How did you react? What caused...

I Corinthians - "The Body of Christ" - The letter of first Corinthians addresses problems in the church we still face today. From lawsuits and marriage to gifts and understanding the resurrection, this letter's main emphasis is on facing problems together and finding unity doing God's work. Questions: 1. What are the two most destructive attitudes in the church? 2. How is church like running a rac...