St Mark Sermons

The Holy Spirit equips us in our spiritual battle.

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores John 17, focusing on Jesus’ prayer before His crucifixion, highlighting the intimate communication within the Holy Trinity. He explains the concept of eternal life as a relationship with God rather than a physical place, clarifying common misunderstandings about salvation and glorification. The talk emphasizes the mission of believers as light in the world, the reality...

Fr Elijah talks to the youth examining the idea on how to look at our past actions, highlighting the difference between Godly sorrow vs the sorrow of the world

Fr Daniel Fanous speaks about the idea “I’ll just try it” - Resist the devil and he will free from you James 4:7 Sin is the separation from God. For us to understand what the steps of sin are is to understand the steps that separate us from God.

Who we surround ourselves by is one of the most important deliberate things we can do. But how?

Who we surround ourselves by is one of the most important deliberate things we can do. But how?

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the story of the rich young man who asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life, focusing on the challenge of detaching from riches. He explains that trusting in wealth can be a barrier to entering the kingdom of God, emphasizing that riches themselves are not condemned, but attachment to them is. Fr. Matthias identifies ten types of people who trust in riches, including t...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the final chapters of 2 Samuel, focusing on King David’s legacy and leadership qualities. He discusses David’s last words, emphasizing godly leadership marked by justice and the fear of God, contrasting ideal rulers with rebellious successors. Fr. Matthias recounts stories of David’s mighty men, highlighting their loyalty and valor. In chapter 24, Fr. Matthias examines...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 21 and 22, focusing on key events during King David’s reign. He recounts David’s return to Jerusalem, the conflicts with Sheba’s rebellion, and the resolution through the city’s intervention. Fr. Matthias explains the famine caused by Saul’s broken oath with the Gibeonites and David’s difficult response to atone for this by handing over Saul’s descend...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the events of 2 Samuel chapters 19-20, focusing on King David’s return from exile after Absalom’s rebellion. He outlines the political turmoil and military strategies during Absalom’s coup and the subsequent civil unrest, highlighting key figures like Joab, Amasa, and Sheba the son of Bichri. Fr. Matthias discusses David’s leadership challenges, including tribal tensio...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 17 and 18, detailing the complex events during Absalom’s coup against King David. He examines Absalom’s rise to power, including his manipulation of the people and David’s forced flight from Jerusalem. Fr. Matthias explains the contrasting counsels of Ahithophel and Hushai, highlighting God’s providence in the failure of Ahithophel’s plan. He recounts...

In this fellowship meeting, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 15 and 16, focusing on the continuing family conflict between King David and his son Absalom. He examines the theme of broken communication, the consequences of unaddressed sins, and how Absalom’s quest for power leads to political manipulation and rebellion. Fr. Matthias discusses David’s response to betrayal, his acceptan...

During the 4th Sunday after the Resurrection, the Coptic Orthodox Church reads John 12:35-50. The Resurrection is not just something to celebrate—it is a Light already present, calling us to walk in it now rather than delay. This message challenges us to confront spiritual procrastination and take one real step into the life and clarity found in Christ.

Fr Michael Sorial speaks on what it means when our Lord Jesus Christ said, "My Kingdom has many mansions." This in-depth sermon sheds light on how we obtain His kingdom set for us.

Fr Michael Sorial talks about the power of listen to God and sitting with the Lord. The benefits of being still in the presence of God.

"Why are we here? Why do I go to church? The Lord Jesus Christ has left us the Church as a mechanism for us to change and grow spiritually". Tune in to explore how Fr David ElMasri explores why Christ came in the first place, how this relates to the story of the fig tree, what it means to be righteous, how we should be ready and much more!

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the unfolding consequences of King David's sin with Bathsheba as described in 2 Samuel chapters 13 and 14. He discusses the tragic events within David’s family, focusing on Amnon’s inappropriate desire for his half-sister Tamar, the resulting assault, and Absalom’s response leading to Amnon’s death. Fr. Matthias highlights the theme of love, the dangers of unchecked po...

Fr. Matthias Shehad examines 2 Samuel chapters 11 and 12, focusing on King David’s encounter with Bathsheba and the serious consequences that followed his actions. He explains the context of David’s decision to stay behind from battle, his temptation, and how his choices led to sin and the attempt to cover it up by recalling Uriah from war. Fr. Matthias highlights how David’s sin displeased the Lo...

In this fellowship meeting, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 9 and 10, focusing on King David’s fulfillment of his promise to show kindness to the household of Saul for Jonathan’s sake. Fr. Matthias discusses David’s restoration of Mephibosheth, Saul’s grandson, highlighting themes of humility, mercy, and loyalty. The talk also covers the political and military events involving the A...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the events of 2 Samuel chapters 7 and 8, focusing on King David’s desire to build a permanent house for the Ark of the Covenant and God's response to him through the prophet Nathan. David learns that God has not asked for a temple yet and instead promises to establish an everlasting dynasty through David’s descendants, ultimately fulfilled in Christ. Fr. Matthias expla...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 5 and 6, detailing King David’s rise as the ruler of all Israel. He explains the political and military events leading to David’s anointing over the unified Israel, emphasizing the importance of God’s confirmation throughout this process. Fr. Matthias examines David’s conquest of Jerusalem, addressing the significance of its location and fortification...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the events in 2 Samuel chapters 3 and 4, focusing on the complex power struggles following King Saul’s death. He explains how David’s rise to kingship unfolds through God’s providence amid conflicts between the house of Saul and the house of David. Fr. Matthias details Abner’s shifting loyalties, his efforts to unite Israel under David, and the political implications o...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores 2 Samuel chapters 1 and 2, focusing on the aftermath of King Saul’s death and David’s rise to power. He examines the account of a man claiming to have killed Saul, highlighting David’s response and his respect for the Lord’s anointed despite past conflicts. Fr. Matthias discusses the political dynamics following Saul’s death, including David’s anointing as king over Ju...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the concept of superficial faith, contrasting it with genuine faith as revealed in the scriptures. He discusses how the apostles’ initial belief in Christ’s words was seen by Jesus as shallow, lacking true commitment. Fr. Matthias addresses various forms of superficial faith, including faith untested by trials, faith based only on miracles or personal experiences, and...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Christ’s prayer to the Father, emphasizing the Christian calling to live in the world without conforming to its ways. He explains the balance between being in the world and not of the world, highlighting the importance of living according to God’s word and resisting sinful influences. Drawing from scripture and the teachings of St. Cyril of Alexandria, Fr. Matthias dis...