United Church of God Sermons

By Luis A Marrero - This sermon highlights the absolute permanence and reliability of Jesus Christ's true church, contrasting the high failure rates of human social sciences and fragmented religious organizations with the enduring nature of divine truth. To distinguish true disciples across history the message outlines

By Carl Kasperson - Let's highlight the book of Ecclesiastes and provide some biblical context to the pursuit of happiness. Following that, we will cover what really brings true happiness.

By David VenHuizen - When considering wise women of the Old Testament, the name of Abigail may not come to mind. However, her wisdom regarding David and Nabal has inspired some to describe her as the wisest woman of the Old Testament. This wisdom is recounted in the book of 1 Samuel.

By William Paz - The Concept of Obedience in the Bible is deeply intertwined with the JOY that comes from aligning one's life with God's will. The commands and laws of God are not burdens to bear; rather, they reveal His Love to a lost world, providing the pathway to a full, beautiful, and Joyful life.

By Mark Graham - Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman reveals that, from the beginning of God's plan in the Old Testament, He came as the Savior of the whole world, not just one people. This account reminds us that God offers salvation to all who respond to His truth and calls us to share that same hope with

By Tim Martens - Ever witnessed a road rage incident and wondered what drives that kind of fury? Explosive anger seems to fuel much of the world today — but Scripture shows us a better way. This message focuses on two attributes of the fruit of the Spirit, longsuffering and self-control (Galatians 5: 22–23), and

By Derek Strauss - Is real change possible? The struggle is changing, becoming fundamentally different. In the bible, the best example of someone becoming fundamentally different is the Apostle, Peter and it is very well documented in the bible. He story of his change is very encouraging to us.

By Matt King - When Jesus called His followers "the salt of the earth," He was saying far more than we often realize. Throughout Scripture, salt marks covenants, priesthood, kingship—and even judgment. Why does the same symbol appear in each of these settings? This message follows that biblical thread from the Old

By Ethan May - This message explores the topic of God's presence in our lives, looking specifically at the expectations that God has for us as a result of living in His presence.

By Mark Tannert - Summary Pending

By Chuck Smith - Are you heading in the right direction on your spiritual journey or are you drifting?

By Jorge de Campos - God's promises to Abraham encompass both physical birthright blessings and spiritual promises of salvation. The physical promises were passed through Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Ephraim, and Manasseh, explaining the rise of the modern Israelite nations and providing a vital key to understanding Bible

By Craig Scott - This message will briefly discuss social anxiety using the framework of today's popular psychological theories, then explore the same themes through the light of scripture.

By Scott Moss - How many of us are trapped by our own desire? How many of us are in a bind financially, or emotionally or even spiritually because we just won’t let go of something we shouldn’t have? Here's how to break free.

By Ray Roberts - The parable of the Ten Virgins (Matt 25:1-13) shows all fell asleep. When the call came to meet the bridegroom, the five foolish virgin’s lamps were running out of oil. That oil is representative of God’s Spirit. Let’s learn more how to not run out of His Spirit.

By Greg Thomas - Jesus Christ came to reveal the true nature of God the Father and show us how to develop a close relationship with Him. Through Christ's teachings, example, and perfect obedience, we come to understand the Father's character, love, and purpose for His children. As members of God's family, we are

By Anthony Scott - This sermonette explores why the United States has become so successful and received its blessings from God.

By Jerry Burnhauser - The phrase "Women of valor" is not something we normally think of when we read the Bible. But, that is because we misunderstand the term. This message shows how the term applies and that some women of valor are not how we would normally think of them.

By Elias Vazquez - This message contrasts America’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebrations—specifically its national calls for a "A National Jubilee of Prayer" and a civic "National Sabbath" with the absolute spiritual truth of God's Word. It reveals that the nation's historic prosperity is not a product of human

By David Morker - "America’s Semiquincentennial: Fruitfulness Requires Faithfulness” calls us to recognize the United States as a people marked by Manasseh-like fruitfulness in affliction, broad inheritance, expansive strength, and generational responsibility, while receiving Abraham’s blessing as an outward calling

By Eric Myers - Abraham's life and his walk in faith. Are we striving to imitate his example in our lives?

By Brian McGuire - Like the centurion, we must approach Christ with humility and in faith, acknowledging His authority.

By Ted Budge - God's Holy Days outline His plan of salvation. We are in the time in-between Pentecost (the giving of the Holy Spirit and the inauguration of the NT Church) and the Feast of Trumpets (the return of Jesus Christ). This interval has characteristics that will be challenging to believers. This message

By Steve Parker - We all can relate to a desire to belong. But in this cultural moment, it's not always easy. This message offers some practical insights from the life of Peter into the invitation to belong along with its consequence.

By Howard E Marchbanks III - Peter melted in despair on the night of Christ's arrest and ran, but returned, learned from the experience, and became the leader, the rock. He would accomplish great things by the power of the living resurrected Jesus Christ within him—the power that is the Holy Spirit. We too, can go on to