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Sermon from God's House Christian Church in Upstate South Carolina.

  1. This-Is-Us EP3 - Raising Disciples

    4d ago

    This-Is-Us EP3 - Raising Disciples

    The sobering reality that every generation stands just one step away from forgetting God should motivate every parent and church member to take seriously the responsibility of raising disciples. Throughout biblical history, we see a concerning pattern where faithful leaders like Moses and Joshua are followed by generations who "did not know the Lord." This happens because faith transmission requires more than assumption—it demands deliberate, intentional action. The home serves as the primary classroom for faith formation, functioning as what early Christians called "ecclesia domestica"—the domestic church. Moses' instructions in Deuteronomy 6 reveal that faith should be woven into the entire fabric of daily life, not compartmentalized into Sunday mornings. Parents are called to teach God's Word when they sit at home, walk along the way, lie down, and rise up—essentially making every moment a teachable opportunity. This doesn't require elaborate setups or perfect theological knowledge; it starts with simple concepts children can grasp and authentic faith lived out in daily routines. The church community plays a vital supporting role, coming alongside families rather than replacing parental responsibility. Like Timothy, who was influenced by his grandmother Lois, mother Eunice, and mentor Paul, children benefit from multiple generations and church members investing in their spiritual development. However, before anyone can effectively raise disciples, they must first become disciples themselves through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, confessing Him as Lord and believing in His resurrection for salvation.

    34 min
  2. This Is Us EP2 - Whole Without A Ring

    Jun 1

    This Is Us EP2 - Whole Without A Ring

    In a culture that often treats singleness as a problem to solve, Scripture reveals a radically different perspective. The apostle Paul, himself single, describes singleness as a 'charisma' - a spiritual gift from God worthy of honor and respect. This places singleness in the same category as other divine gifts like teaching, mercy, and prophecy, challenging the common view that singles are somehow incomplete or waiting for their real life to begin. Singleness offers unique opportunities for kingdom service that marriage cannot provide. Paul explains that unmarried people can focus on the things of the Lord with undivided devotion, while married people naturally have divided interests. This doesn't diminish marriage but highlights the distinct calling of singleness. Single believers demonstrate Christ's sufficiency to a watching world, declaring that Jesus is enough in a way that married people cannot preach in quite the same manner. The ultimate purpose of singleness points toward the marriage supper of the Lamb described in Revelation, where every believer participates as the bride of Christ. Churches must move beyond treating singles as incomplete individuals and instead recognize them as full participants in God's eternal family. Whether single or married, every believer's ultimate identity is found in being part of the bride of Christ, preparing for the same eternal wedding celebration.

    24 min
  3. Pentecost-Sunday - He Always Keeps His Word

    May 25

    Pentecost-Sunday - He Always Keeps His Word

    The events of Pentecost weren't random supernatural occurrences but the precise fulfillment of promises God had made centuries earlier. When the Holy Spirit came with the sound of rushing wind and tongues of fire, enabling the disciples to speak in languages they had never learned, Peter pointed the bewildered crowd back to the prophet Joel's words from 800 years before. This demonstrates a foundational truth: God always keeps His word, regardless of how long we wait or how impossible circumstances may seem. God's faithfulness extends beyond dramatic miracles into the ordinary rhythms of daily life. His reliability is written into creation itself - every sunrise, every season, every harvest represents God keeping His promises. We live inside of God's faithfulness every day, though we often fail to notice it. The fact that the world continues to function according to God's design is proof that He hasn't abandoned His post. For believers today, God's Spirit dwelling within us represents the ultimate fulfillment of His promises. We're not just servants or admirers at a distance, but children with intimate access to our heavenly Father. This means we have the Holy Spirit as our first resource, not our backup plan. When we truly grasp that God has never once broken His word throughout history, it transforms how we approach fear, uncertainty, and difficult seasons. His faithfulness isn't dependent on our circumstances or feelings but is rooted in His unchanging character.

    38 min
  4. This-Is-Us EP1 - More Than A Promise

    May 18

    This-Is-Us EP1 - More Than A Promise

    Christian marriage stands apart from cultural definitions because it operates as a covenant rather than a contract. Contracts are transactional - conditional arrangements that dissolve when one party fails to perform. Covenants, however, are transformational relationships that create something entirely new, with God himself serving as witness and participant. This fundamental difference shapes how Christian marriages are entered, sustained, and endured. Every Christian marriage is designed to be a living sermon, proclaiming the gospel through daily life. The husband is called to love his wife as Christ loved the church - not with conditional affection, but with cross-shaped love that gives himself up completely. This isn't about male dominance but about crucifixion of self. The wife represents the church - the beloved, pursued, and redeemed bride of Christ. This beautiful picture is illustrated through the Old Testament story of Hosea and Gomer, where God commanded the prophet to love his unfaithful wife as a demonstration of God's persistent love for unfaithful Israel. What sustains Christian marriage is not feelings or personal fulfillment, but sacrificial love expressed through nourishing and cherishing one another. This inverts the cultural question from 'what do I get?' to 'what can I give?' The ultimate purpose extends beyond personal happiness to God's glory, serving as a preview of the eternal marriage supper of the Lamb. When marriage becomes difficult, couples aren't just fighting for their relationship - they're bearing witness to God's faithfulness and pointing their community toward a love that outlasts everything.

    28 min
  5. Happy Mother's Day 26 - What She Left Behind

    May 11

    Happy Mother's Day 26 - What She Left Behind

    Every woman leaves a legacy, but the question is what kind of influence she'll have on future generations. Biblical womanhood represents a powerful force for kingdom impact that gets passed down through authentic relationships rather than formal programs. According to Titus 2:3-5, godly women are characterized by three key qualities: they live reverent lives that reflect their relationship with God, they use their words to build up rather than tear down, and they're free from self-obsession which allows them to genuinely invest in others. This influence operates through a beautiful design where older women with decades of wisdom come alongside younger women who need guidance and encouragement. It's not about having a perfect life but about cultivating something valuable in your private relationship with God that can be shared publicly. When women see authentic examples of following Christ, they receive hope that they too can navigate life's challenges successfully. The ultimate purpose extends beyond personal development to gospel advancement. When women live out biblical womanhood authentically, it makes the good news attractive to those who observe their lives. Whether you're seeking mentorship or offering it, the call is to be intentional about these relationships. The legacy you create through daily choices and character will ripple through generations, making your influence count for the kingdom.

    35 min
  6. Next-Steps EP4 - Gifted For This

    May 4

    Next-Steps EP4 - Gifted For This

    God has intentionally equipped every Christian with spiritual gifts that serve as tools for ministry rather than trophies for personal recognition. These gifts, which include prophecy, service, teaching, exhortation, giving, leadership, and mercy, are given by grace according to God's purposes, not earned through spiritual maturity or religious performance. It's crucial to distinguish between the fruit of the Spirit, which represents who you are becoming as a believer, and spiritual gifts, which represent what you do for others. The primary purpose of spiritual gifts is to build up the body of Christ and promote corporate maturity. As stated in 1 Corinthians 12:7, these gifts are given for the common good, not for personal enrichment or significance. Whether operating behind the scenes or in public ministry, no gift is more spiritual than another, and each plays a vital role in the functioning of the church body. Believers should approach their gifts with humility and recognize their interdependence on one another. You are strong in your gift but weak where others are gifted, and together the body accomplishes what none could do alone. Rather than waiting for perfect conditions, Christians should begin using their gifts immediately, allowing them to grow stronger through practice and seeking training to use them more effectively for God's glory and the building up of His kingdom.

    35 min
  7. Next-Steps EP3 - Chosen Family

    Apr 26

    Next-Steps EP3 - Chosen Family

    The church represents God's answer to humanity's deepest longing - to be fully known and loved without having to earn it. As the Ecclesia, the called-out ones, believers form a spiritual family that transcends natural preferences and comfort zones. This isn't merely family-like relationships, but actual family formed by the Spirit and bound by covenant rather than blood or verbal agreements. The struggle with church unity often stems from our natural tendency to gravitate toward people similar to ourselves in age, income, lifestyle, and background. However, God's design intentionally brings together diverse people who wouldn't naturally choose each other, creating a multi-generational family that reflects His household. Jesus redefined family as those who do the will of the Father, making spiritual kinship the primary bond that unites believers. Acting like family requires deliberate choices in how we treat one another. Compassion, kindness, humility, patience, and forgiveness aren't automatic responses but conscious decisions that develop through the friction of real community. Love serves as the essential binding agent - like a ligament that holds everything together. Without love, compassion becomes performance, patience turns to resentment, and forgiveness becomes leverage. True church unity emerges when members choose to outdo one another in showing honor, creating a counterintuitive competition to give rather than receive, transforming the community from a market mentality into a genuine family dynamic.

    32 min
  8. Next-Steps EP2 - Give God Your Best

    Apr 20

    Next-Steps EP2 - Give God Your Best

    The ancient story of Cain and Abel provides timeless lessons about worship, giving, and the condition of our hearts. While both brothers brought offerings to God, only Abel's was accepted - not because of what he brought, but because of why he brought it. Abel offered the fat portions from his firstborn animals, giving God his first and best with a heart full of faith and honor. Cain, however, gave with resentment and comparison, focusing more on what his brother was doing than on honoring the Lord. The principle of first fruits goes beyond money to encompass our time, talent, and treasure. What our calendar and bank account reveal about our priorities often exposes whether we truly believe God deserves our best. God loves cheerful giving because it reflects a heart that is excited about what He will do, not one that gives out of obligation or guilt. When we examine how eagerly we prioritize things we value - like concert tickets or sales events - we see what genuine enthusiasm looks like. Cain's story serves as a sobering warning about the danger of a closed heart. When God addressed his heart condition, Cain refused correction and allowed anger to overcome him, leading to the first murder in history. A closed fist cannot grab anything, and a closed heart cannot receive from God. The challenge for us is to identify where we have been giving God our leftovers instead of our first and best, and to ask Him to change our hearts from grudging compliance to cheerful giving.

    35 min
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