Kingdom Fellowship Weekend

Panel discussion among Brothers Allen Roth, David Bercot, Ernest Eby, and Gary Kauffman. Practical pointers, questions answered, and thoughtful considerations discussed in this unscripted segment. Is church planting exciting or what is it really like? Why do we plant churches differently in North America as compared to other countries? These and other interesting questions are addressed. Panel dis...

Sometimes Christians and churches limit themselves in expanding the kingdom of God because their frame of reference is limited to the outreach efforts they are familiar with. It is helpful to get a broader perspective by considering what God has done in the past and what He is doing through churches in other places. What could God bring forth from our communities if we would step out in faith and...

Which kingdom are you a part of? Using the account of our father of faith, Abraham, Brother Ken Miller compares the two kingdoms and asks us to seriously consider to what lengths we will go to be a citizen of the city of God. Further, he points to Jesus' solution to lust, and provides a call to overcome the technological structures of our time.

How does the world know that your citizenship is in God’s kingdom and why does it matter? In this engaging message, Brother Finny Kuruvilla shows the marks of citizenship and exposes false kingdoms that threaten the allegiance of God’s kingdom and His people.

Brothers Kyle Stoltzfus, Gary Miller, Harry Argo, Chris Blake, and Kevin Shenk discuss their experiences with technology and media and share practical advice for how to safely utilize the blessing that tech and media can be, yet at the same time guard ourselves against its inherent evils. Panel discussion moderated by Brother Curt Wagoner.

“Your youth is the best time for evangelism!” Brother Harry Argo challenges Christian youth to utilize the passion and energy they possess to seek for and grab a hold of any opportunities to minister to and disciple lost souls.

What do authentic relationships between women look like? In this women’s topic, Sister Linda Miller outlined characteristics that are important to have good relationships. We can look to Jesus to see how there will be different levels of relationship.

Tsunamis strike with amazing power and speed on an unsuspecting, unprepared coast. Has the wave of new technology in recent years taken the church by surprise? Brother Gary Miller gives some historical perspectives and points out both the potential dangers and the blessings of accepting new technology. He then challenges the church to find higher ground and face these challenges collectively.

Are you developing a media ethic? In this very relevant message, Brother Harry Argo challenges Christians to consider how technology and media in themselves are changing them. Are you an effective, cautious user, or a naive, oblivious digital addict?

Is the church captive in Babylon? In this timely message, Brother Ken Miller begins with Revelation 18 to remind the Church of the call to come out of Babylon. He dispels the modern notion that Christians may adapt to the society while we live here, and instead urges Christians to escape Babylon’s spell. Using illustrations and personal examples, this sermon presents an urgent call for followers o...

Jesus commanded his followers to make disciples. Brother Finny Kuruvilla teaches that a biblical church will make their paramount witness for Christ be that of molding disciples. Finny gives practical ways to develop a discipleship-​based approach in your local brotherhood. This message was given at the  Church Growth Seminar 2018 , which is a segment organized by the  Church Planters’ Forum .

Does the gathering of saints where we assemble reflect Christ? True fellowship is dynamic, but in order to experience this fellowship in our local assemblies, we must not do anything to hinder the life and unity we have in Christ. Fellowship ministers to the physical, spiritual, and emotional burdens of the saints.

In modern Christianity today, worship is one of the most misunderstood words. This messages explores four main topics: worship defined, worship determined, worship demonstrated, and worship declared. In this sermon, Brother John D. Martin shares how worship acceptable to God begins with a true vision of our holy God and is centered on the Cross. Learn the Old English etymology of worship, and how...

We have the historic witness of the Agape, or Love Feast, and the breaking of bread in the early church. In this sermon, Brother Curt Wagoner speaks of three aspects: “the encounter of the suffering Christ,” “the encounter of the shared Communion,” and “the encounter of salvational confidence.” The Lord’s Supper unites believers on a common ground in remembrance of Christ’s death. It is because of...

In this women’s topic, we discover six symptoms of a heart not at rest and six symptoms of a restful heart. Life and its circumstances can be a doorway to finding Jesus and the rest He has to offer, but the choice with what we do with them is up to us.

You and I can choose from over 500 translations of the Bible to read from—if we know English. But many peoples of the earth have only the witness of Creation to teach them about God—and no way to know the rest of the story. In this presentation by Brother Aaron Crider, you can learn how All-Nations Bible Translation partners with churches to send teams who facilitate Bible translation and church p...

Author and speaker David Bercot shares his personal faith journey and early church history research that led to his conversion to Anabaptist Christianity. Of Scroll Publishing, their commitment is to publish books and recorded messages that combine intellectual honesty, spiritual integrity, and sound scholarship. They are not affiliated with or beholden to any denomination, church, or religious or...

The modern higher education system is broken. Modern education is hostile to faith, too expensive, and academically weak. We need nothing short of a revolution. In this presentation, Brother Finny Kuruvilla discusses how Sattler College was founded upon the biblical vision of Christian discipleship that addresses the mind, soul, and heart. The mission of Sattler College is to provide an education...

Is Jesus Christ everything to you? The apostles testified that Jesus was the Son of God, and the only way to the Father. The apostles’ doctrine was to sell out, deny ourselves, and to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and mind.

Do we truly desire to encounter Christ in prayer? Brother Brent Bear draws from the disciples’ question they asked of Jesus, “Lord, teach us to pray.” This must also be the cry that goes up from each of our hearts. If we want to encounter Christ in prayer, there needs to be a daily preparation of our hearts that is only possible by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Is your local church a testimony to God’s presence? Brother Dale Heisey explains how church is not just a social fellowship; it is a corporate experience of believers that people are watching, and the way we carry out the teachings of Christ and relate together as a local assembly can and should be a powerful and effective witness to the world around us.

Lloyd Troyer shared on evangelism and discipleship in light of eternity.

What are simple steps for multiplying disciples throughout the entire world?

Panel discussion among Matthew Milioni, John D. Martin, Dean Taylor, and Ernest Eby. How can and should community serve as a catalyst for discipleship? Panel discussion moderated by Curt Wagoner.

What does small group discipleship look like? Using practical illustrations, David Adams discusses discipleship in terms of modeling the character of Jesus.