Christian Life Assembly UPC - Syracuse Christian Life Assembly UPC

Speaker: Pastor Ryan Deas -

Opening Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39 -

Pastor Ryan Deas speaks on the importance of patience, using Hebrews 10:32-39 as the foundation. He emphasizes unity in the body of Christ, highlighting the power of collective faith. Pastor Deas addresses the challenges of betrayal, persecution, and trials, urging believers to rely on God's wisdom and maintain a hopeful spirit. He encourages patience as an active trust in God's promises and calls for enduring faith in all circumstances.

Speaker: Reverend Nathan Hulsman -

Opening Scripture: Psalms 23:6 -

Sermon Summary:

Rev. Nathan Hulsman discusses the unwavering nature of God’s goodness. He emphasizes that God’s goodness and love pursue us throughout our lives, regardless of our actions or backgrounds.

Rev. Hulsman challenges us to overcome distractions and recognize God’s relentless pursuit. He explains that God’s goodness is a reflection of His unchanging nature and is evident in protection, provision, mercy, and grace.

He encourages believers to respond with faithfulness, worship, and commitment, highlighting that understanding God’s goodness leads to true repentance and spiritual fulfillment.

This sermon is a reminder of God’s profound love, calling listeners to draw closer and experience His goodness.

Speaker: Rev. Nathan Hulsman -

Scripture: Exodus 25:21-22, Hebrews 9:3-4 -

Sermon Summary:

This message explores the concept of moving beyond routine religious practices to truly experience divine presence. The discussion highlights the significance of the Tabernacle as a model for accessing deeper spiritual encounters. The message challenges listeners to deepen their worship and obedience to experience genuine transformation and divine provision, emphasizing the need to transcend traditional practices to access God's glory fully.

Speaker: Rev. Nathan Hulsman -

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32, Isaiah 30:21, Romans 8:14 -

Sermon Summary:

Rev. Nathan Hulsman discusses the importance of the church being led by the Spirit, rather than by cultural norms. He emphasizes that worship should be intentional and reflect a commitment to God’s will. He calls for a move beyond traditional or cultural expectations to a spiritual maturity that aligns with God's directives, urging the church to embrace actions in worship that are proactive and reflective of biblical verbs.

Speaker: Ryan Deas

Opening Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4; Isaiah 52-53

Sermon Summary:

Pastor Deas emphasizes the importance of daily personal connection with Jesus, rather than relying solely on Sunday services for spiritual sustenance. He discusses the danger of idolizing religious leaders and the necessity of focusing on Jesus to ensure a genuine and direct relationship with Him. The sermon stresses the transformative power of Jesus's teachings and the need for personal engagement with the gospel to experience true spiritual growth and fulfillment.

Speaker: Euclide Mugisho

Opening Scripture:

Psalm 34:8 - "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him."

Episode Summary:

In this sermon by Pastor Mugisho from the Congo, the focus is on the personal experience of God's goodness. Drawing on the scriptures and personal anecdotes, he encourages listeners to actively seek a deeper relationship with God by tasting and seeing His goodness firsthand. He emphasizes the importance of not just hearing about God from others but experiencing His presence and love personally.

Key Points:


Experiencing God Personally: The sermon opens with a call to move beyond secondhand knowledge of God. Pastor Mugisho encourages us to "test and see" for themselves, just as David and Job did, to truly understand and witness God's goodness.
The Importance of Staying in God's Presence: Reiterating themes from John 15:4 and Jeremiah 29:13, the message stresses the necessity of abiding in God and seeking Him with a whole heart, highlighting the transformation that occurs when one dwells continuously in His presence.
The Power of Personal Testimony: Pastor Mugisho uses the metaphor of tasting food to describe how personal experiences of God's faithfulness can lead to more authentic and convincing testimonies. He cautions against speaking of God's goodness without having personally encountered it.
Invitation to Deeper Relationship: Through various scriptural invitations, such as those found in Songs of Solomon and the teachings of Jesus about abiding in Him, listeners are called to cultivate a closer, more intimate relationship with God.
Transformative Effects of God’s Presence: The sermon highlights how regular, personal interaction with God changes one's language, perspective, and actions, making one more Christ-like.
Practical Steps to Experience God: Pastor Mugisho provides practical advice on seeking God through worship, prayer, and the reading of scripture, encouraging believers to make space in their lives for these spiritual disciplines.