JICF Sunday Sermons

Have you ever found yourself in season of struggle - where prayer feels like a battle, and life feels like a wrestling match with God Himself? - in this sermon, Wrestling With God, We'll journey with Jacob as he wrestles through the night with God. The encounter isn't just about physical conflict - it's about transformation. Discover how God meets us in our deepest struggles, how our g...

Are we easily intimidated by others and thus hesitate the share the Good News with those who need to hear it? Are we clearly able to communicate the Good News? Do we feel defeated when others don't respond positively to the message? Please join us this Sunday as we learn from the Apostle Paul in Acts 24 as he responds to accusations made by Ananias, the High Priest before Governor Felix.

There are times in our faith journey that life seems to spin out of control. Threats arise. Plans fall apart. People betray us. A disease haunts us. Financial woes creeps upon us. Darkness appears to be closing in, and God is silent. And in these moments, we cry out to God: "Where are You, God?" And God still stay silent. And yet, in His silence, God’s providence assures us that God is n...

We explore how the early church faced hardship with bold faith, and how those same themes are playing out in the church in Iran today. Through Scripture and powerful modern day true stories, we’ll be reminded that no matter the challenge or opposition, God is not finished yet. Because Jesus is truly alive, He is still writing a beautiful story—and we are invited to live into it.

Acts 22:22–23:10 Jesus spent a good deal of time preparing His disciples for how hard it would be to follow Him. It should not take us by surprise that in this world we will have tribulation for the sake of the gospel. It was this type of situation that Paul found himself in our text for today's sermon. How would he respond? How will we respond?

In Acts 22:1–21, Paul shares a deeply personal story — not just of his past, but of a radical encounter with Jesus that changed everything. This is more than a testimony; it’s a declaration of God's grace, power, and purpose. Like Paul, each of us carries a story that must be told — a story that speaks of redemption, transformation, and a calling to do the will of God. Don't hide your stor...

Paul came to Jerusalem fully aware that many Jews wanted him dead. Yet he followed God's will, even when it led him straight into danger, because he cared more about others’ eternal souls than his own well-being. This week, examine Paul’s arrest in Jerusalem and reflect on God’s calling in our own lives—and the cost of truly following Jesus.

Where do strength and courage come from in the midst of confusing & difficult times? What does the Lord want us to know? How does He want his children act?

We continue our journey through the Book of Acts by looking at how Paul handled complex cultural and spiritual tensions in Jerusalem. Through his example, we are challenged to live with a mission-minded heart that honors God and builds up His Church. We reflect on three key truths: Celebrate the Harvest—Even When It’s Not Yours (vv. 17–20a) Rejoice in how God works through others, even when you’re...

In our Christian walk, we often assume that obedience to God will lead to blessing, and it does. But blessing, in the biblical sense, doesn't always mean ease or safety or richness. Sometimes, the path to obedience takes us through storms, trials, and painful goodbyes. And yet, it’s in those moments that our faith is most clearly displayed not only to others but also to ourselves.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most pivotal event in human history, especially our Christian faith. What is the significance of it for our belief, behavior, and hope for the future?

We are living in uncertain times. We need to learn to trust God even in these times.

What kind of people did Jesus call to follow Him and why is it good news? Is following Jesus worth it? Come discover these answers as we look at the call of the first disciples of Jesus.

No one escapes trials in this life. Sometimes people attack us. Sometimes situations in the world affect us negatively. Sometimes our own behaviour brings us into terrible hardship. How do we face this kind of suffering? In Psalm 62 David gives us a Spirit-led snapshot of his own cry to God and the confidence he has in the Lord. This is a great opportunity to arm ourselves with the same thinking a...

God brings about changes in Joseph and Pharaoh, but it all works according to His sovereign timing. We should take confidence in waiting on God to use us to impact others with the gospel.

In Acts 20:17-38, Paul meets with the elders of the church in Ephesus for the last time. Join us as we learn from his powerful advice to church leaders—wisdom that applies not only to leadership in the church but also in our families and every position of influence where God has placed us.

In Acts 20:9 Eutychus fell asleep during Paul’s sermon, fell from a third-story window, and died. Paul brought him back to life. It's easy to condemn Eutychus, but what about us? Week after week, we hear the Word, yet how many of us are spiritually asleep? We may be awake physically, but are we truly alive to the Father’s business? If not, it’s time to WAKE UP! Just as Paul revived Eutychus, G...

Throughout history, we have seen how the Gospel of Jesus Christ is able to transform society. These transformations happened even when faced with great opposition. How can we be used by God to bring about societal transformation? What should we do when facing opposition? And what part does God play in all this? Please join us this Sunday as we look in God’s Word for the answer to these questions

How do you perceive evil spirits, sorcery and the occult? Do you underestimate them or even deny their existence? Or do you overestimate and live in fear of their power? Or have you even been involved in them? How do you perceive and experience the power of the name of Jesus over evil spirits? Let us see how God demonstrated His power in the cult and magic center of the Roman world.

All Christians are called to be disciples of Jesus, and we are to be them holistically. What does it look like to be a holistic disciple of Christ? Let's learn by looking at the life of Jesus' disciples in Jerusalem.

In just 12 verses, Luke masterfully weaves intricate details of Paul’s journey back to his home church in Antioch. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, these verses hold rich lessons for us—let’s uncover them together and reflect on their significance for our own walk of faith.

As a business person or professional, do you feel that you are a second-class citizen in the kingdom of God? Do you feel guilty because you are not employed as full-time Christian worker? Come join us this Sunday as we study Acts 18:1-11 to hear how the Apostle Paul integrated his missionary work with his tent making business - and the reasons for why he did!

In uncertain and challenging times, we may feel despair, lose hope, and wonder if God is still in control. The Christians in John’s era faced similar struggles—they were surrounded on all sides, with all the apostles dead except for John, the full might of the Roman Empire opposed them, Jerusalem had been destroyed, and the Jews were deported. It is into this difficult context that a revelation, a...

God calls us to move from passive listening to action, living a faith that transforms. Today's sermon challenges us to see ourselves as God intends and lives out our true identity.

Romans 12:1-2 is a challenging passage, yet fundamental to who we are as Christians. Through it God challenges us to consider what motivates us, what defines us as Christians and what distinguishes us from the world around us. May God challenge each of us to live our lives given over to His will and be continually changed, motivated by the incredible mercies God has shown us in Christ.