St Stephen Evangelical Church

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues the message on the supernatural personality of God—power, peace, and purpose—and how it shows up in real life when you choose to know God the way Jesus revealed Him.   In this Part 2, you’ll be reminded that God’s Spirit doesn’t only comfort you—He confronts fear, re-trains your thinking, and strengthens your inner man so your walk becomes consistent wi...

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares a powerful sermon on what it means to know God not only as a Savior, but as a living Person with a supernatural personality—powerful, purposeful, and personal. In this sermon, we’ll walk through Romans 8:5–11 to see how the Spirit transforms our thinking and our inner life, replacing fear-driven living with Spirit-led life. We’ll then open Acts 1:8 and Joh...

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares an encouraging sermon on the nature and power of faith. Drawing from Hebrews 11:1–6, Romans 10:17, Matthew 17:20, Mark 11:22–24, 1 Corinthians 2:5, 2 Corinthians 5:7, and Mark 9:23, this message unpacks what biblical faith actually is - confidence in things hoped for, conviction in unseen promises - and how it changes the way we live, speak, and act. You’l...

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine delivers a powerful message about guarding the heart, the unseen center that shapes every choice, word, and relationship. Drawing on Proverbs 3:5–6, Psalm 51:10, Luke 6:45, Romans 10:8–10, Hebrews 4:12, and Matthew 5:8, this sermon explores how trusting God, asking for inner renewal, and rooting our lives in God’s Word transform our motives and actions. Expect bi...

YouTube Video Description (clear, detailed — no timeline) Discover a biblical pathway to lasting peace in a restless world. This sermon explores how Jesus and the New Testament writers define, give, and call us to pursue peace using John 14:25–27, John 16:33, 2 Thessalonians 3:16, Philippians 4:6–7, 1 Peter 3:11, and Hebrews 12:14. You'll receive clear teaching and practical steps to apply today:...

Join us for a hopeful, practical message about faith that endures when life’s storms arrive. Drawing on Matthew 7:24–27, John 16:33, Romans 5:1–2, and 2 Corinthians 11:22, this sermon unpacks what it means to build your life on the solid rock of Christ, to find peace amid trials, and to grow through suffering into perseverance and hope. You’ll hear biblical exposition, real-life application, and c...

Join us for a powerful message about spiritual foundations grounded in Scripture. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3:10–11, Matthew 7:24–27, Luke 6:46, Ephesians 2:14–22, 1 Peter 2:6–10, and Colossians 1:21–23, this sermon explores what it means to build a life on Christ the Cornerstone and how that foundation shapes identity, community, and witness. You’ll discover practical steps to assess the foundat...

Part 2 of "Prayer That Moves Heaven: From Whisper to Wonder" — a deeper, faith-stretching follow-up as Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues to unpack the life-changing practice of prayer. Building on the foundation of James 5:15, Philippians 4:6, Matthew 6:6–13, Acts 12, John 15:7, Hebrews 4:14–16, Numbers 6:24–26, and Psalm 51:1–2, this sermon explores how persistence, alignment with God’s heart, a...

Part 1 of a powerful series on the life-changing discipline of prayer, rooted in James 5:15, Philippians 4:6, Matthew 6:6–13, Acts 12, John 15:7, Hebrews 4:14–16, Numbers 6:24–26, and Psalm 51:1–2. Pastor Robbie Ballentine explores how Scripture invites us to bring every need, fear, and hope before God with honesty and faith—both privately and together. Expect biblical insight into confession, int...

Listen as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares an encouraging, hope-filled message on what it means to be a New Creation in Christ. Drawing on Hebrews 9:15, Romans 7:6 and 8, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Colossians 3:10, and Ephesians 4:20–24, this sermon explores how Jesus’ finished work frees us from the old written covenant, breaks the power of sin, and calls us into a transformed identity and daily living....

Join us as Pastor Robbie Ballentine gives this hopeful message exploring God’s covenant promises — how His Word establishes connection, purpose, and redemption across generations. We trace the covenant from Genesis to the New Covenant in Christ, unpacking key scriptures: Genesis 15:1 (God’s reassuring promise), John 1:1 (the Word with God), Hebrews 6:13–14 (God’s oath to Abraham), Jeremiah 31:31–3...

Join us as Pastor Robbie Ballentine shares this powerful sermon unpacking what it means to be "bought and paid for" in Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 9:12–15, Ephesians 1:3, Galatians 3:10–14, Titus 2:14, Colossians 1:13, and 1 Peter 1:13–19, this message explores how Jesus' sacrifice secures our redemption, removes the curse, and ushers us into an eternal inheritance. We examine: The once-for-all p...

On Easter Sunday we proclaim the life that rises from death. Using John 3:9–18, Numbers 21:8–9, Isaiah 53:1, Psalm 16:8–10, and Matthew 28:1–15, this sermon traces God’s rescue plan from the bronze serpent to the empty tomb. We’ll see how Christ’s lifting on the cross brings healing for our sin-sickness, how the prophet’s suffering points to vindication, and how the resurrection transforms fear in...

Join us as we trace the life and purpose of the Lamb of God through Scripture — from the Passover lamb in Exodus 12 to John the Baptist’s declaration (John 1:29), the praise of Psalm 118:26, Jesus’ arrival in Luke 19:28, and the events of Matthew 26:1–35. In this message we will: Unpack the Passover’s sacrificial symbolism and how it foreshadows Christ’s atoning work. Explore John 1:29 and the mea...

Join us for a life-changing message on the power of the tongue and practical ways to guard your mouth. Using Proverbs 18:21 and 21:23, Matthew 15:10–11 & 15–20, Romans 10:8–10, Matthew 9:18–25, Psalm 90, 91, 92, and James 3:1–6, this sermon explores how our words shape relationships, reflect the heart, and activate faith. Expect clear biblical teaching, real-life application, and a call to res...

In Part 2 of this enlightening series, Pastor Robbie Ballentine continues to focus on the crucial theme of guarding your mind. This session builds on the foundation laid in Part 1, exploring how our shape our behavior and interactions. By referencing Philippians 4:8, we will reflect on the importance of dwelling on things that are true, noble, and praiseworthy, steering us towards a life filled wi...

In this enlightening sermon, we explore the critical theme of guarding your mind to lead a life filled with purpose and positivity. Drawing from Proverbs 23:7, we delve into the connection between our thoughts and the words we express, emphasizing that our words can either uplift or tear down. Romans 8:5-6 teaches us the importance of setting our minds on the Spirit, leading to life and peace. We’...

What if joy wasn’t based on what’s happening around you—but on Who lives within you? In this powerful and encouraging message, we explore what it truly means to experience the Joy of the Lord. Rooted in Nehemiah 8:10, we discover that “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” This isn’t temporary happiness—it’s divine strength that sustains you in every season. Through Psalm 16:11, we learn that ful...

What keeps you standing when life’s storms begin to rise? In this powerful and encouraging message, we explore what it truly means to be Rooted and Grounded in Christ. Drawing from Colossians 2:6–7, we are reminded to continue walking in Him—rooted, built up, and established in the faith. A strong spiritual life doesn’t happen by accident; it grows intentionally. Through Psalm 1:1, we learn the bl...

As a new year begins, many people set resolutions—but what if this year’s greatest resolution is spiritual? In this powerful and encouraging sermon, we explore biblical principles for a God-centered New Year through Matthew 6:33–34, 1 Corinthians 9:24–27, Hebrews 12:1–2, and 2 Kings 22:1–2. Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of God and trust Him with tomorrow. Paul challenges us to run the...

Are you hungry for something more? In this powerful and encouraging sermon based on John 8:1–11, discover what it truly means to hunger and thirst for the Word of God. In the story of the woman caught in adultery, we see accusation, shame, and condemnation—but we also see mercy, truth, and transformation through Jesus Christ. While religious leaders came with stones, Jesus responded with wisdom an...

Unbelief is one of the most subtle yet powerful spiritual attacks believers face. In this sermon, Unmasking the Enemy: Standing Strong Against the Spiritual Attack of Unbelief, Pastor Robbie Ballentine takes a deep look at how unbelief works against faith, hinders spiritual growth, and blocks us from fully receiving what God has already provided. Drawing from John 3:16–19, Romans 8:7, Matthew 13:5...

Unforgiveness is one of the most subtle yet powerful spiritual weapons the enemy uses to hinder believers. In this sermon from the series “Unmasking the Enemy: Standing Strong Against the Spiritual Attacks,” Pastor Robbie Ballentine uncovers how unforgiveness opens the door to spiritual attacks, blocks healing, and disrupts our relationship with God and others. Through Scripture, we learn God’s he...

Offense is one of the enemy’s most subtle and effective spiritual weapons. Left unchecked, it can harden hearts, distort truth, damage relationships, and pull believers away from God’s purpose. In this powerful sermon, Unmasking the Enemy: Standing Strong Against the Spiritual Attack of Offense, Pastor Robbie Ballentine exposes how offense works, why it is so dangerous, and how believers can overc...

In this powerful sermon, we explore the spiritual warfare outlined in Ephesians 6:10 and how we can stand strong against distractions that hinder our walk with God. Discover how the teachings of Joshua 1:8 and 1 Peter 4:12 empower us to remain focused and resilient in our faith. Join us as we unmask the enemy's tactics and learn effective strategies to combat distractions in our lives. Don’t forge...