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Our mission is to develop people into winning Christians, mobilizing them for greater living and fulfilling ministry in both the church and the world.

  1. Good King | Shepherd King – David Series (Part 5)

    3d ago

    Good King | Shepherd King – David Series (Part 5)

    What makes a truly good king? Is it power, influence, military success, or the ability to defeat enemies? In Part 5 of the Shepherd King series, Pastor Dan explores David’s rise to the throne in 2 Samuel 5 and reveals a surprising truth: David became the king of a united Israel not because he fought for power, but because he trusted God to establish him. While others sought control through force, David chose honor, patience, forgiveness, and integrity. This message examines the years between David’s anointing and his coronation, highlighting how he responded to betrayal, jealousy, division, and personal enemies. Rather than taking revenge against Saul or those who opposed him, David allowed God to vindicate him. Through his example, we discover what it means to belong to God’s family, recognize the real enemy, and trust the Lord to fight battles that are not ours to fight. Whether you’re struggling with conflict in your family, tension at work, church hurt, damaged relationships, or the burden of defending your reputation, this message offers biblical wisdom and practical encouragement for living as God’s people in a divided world. Key Scriptures 2 Samuel 5:1-52 Samuel 3:1Psalm 26:1Psalm 43:1John 17Romans 5:8Galatians 3:281 Corinthians 12 Main Themes David becomes king over all IsraelUnity among God’s peopleFinding identity in ChristLoving and honoring difficult peopleRecognizing the true enemyOvercoming offense and bitternessGod’s vindication versus self-defenseIntegrity and spiritual leadershipThe Kingdom of God and belongingTrusting God with your reputationLean In As you listen today, ask God to reveal any areas where offense, bitterness, or division may have taken root in your heart. Invite Him to show you where you’ve been fighting battles He never asked you to fight. David teaches us that a good king trusts God to establish what God has promised. The challenge this week is simple: identify one relationship, conflict, or burden you’ve been carrying and surrender it to the Lord. Instead of seeking revenge, validation, or control, pray David’s prayer: “Vindicate me, O Lord.” Lean in and allow the Holy Spirit to remind you who you belong to, who your true enemy is, and how God can bring unity, healing, and restoration where division once existed. #GoodKing #ShepherdKing #DavidSeries #PastorDanHarrison #BibleTeaching #ChristianPodcast #FaithInGod #TrustGod #Forgiveness #UnityInChrist #ChurchFamily #SpiritualGrowth #KingDavid #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving

    41 min
  2. Giant Killer | Shepherd King David Series Part 4

    May 31

    Giant Killer | Shepherd King David Series Part 4

    In Part 4 of the Shepherd King David Series, Pastor Dan Harrison shares a powerful message titled “Giant Killer” from 1 Samuel 17. This familiar story of David and Goliath is more than a children’s Bible story — it is a reminder that God’s people are called to stop listening to the voice of fear and start trusting the voice of the Lord. For forty days, Goliath taunted the armies of Israel, filling them with fear, intimidation, and doubt. But David entered the battlefield with a different focus. While everyone else saw the size of the giant, David saw the greatness of God. He did not fight with Saul’s armor or the weapons others expected him to use. He trusted the Lord, used what God had placed in his hands, and watched God bring the victory. In this message, Pastor Dan challenges the church to recognize the voice of the enemy, reject fear, and allow Almighty God to be the commander of our lives. The same Spirit that empowered David is still at work today, giving courage to believers, families, children, and the next generation. Lean in to today’s message and ask God to speak to your heart through Pastor Dan’s teaching. Today’s takeaway: stop listening to the voice that says you cannot make it, and start trusting the God who gives the victory. Whatever giant you are facing, the battle belongs to the Lord. #ShepherdKing #GiantKiller #DavidAndGoliath #DavidSeries #PastorDanHarrison #1Samuel17 #RavennaAG #GodGivesTheVictory #FaithOverFear #ChristianSermon

    38 min
  3. Refuge | Shepherd King David Series Part 3

    May 24

    Refuge | Shepherd King David Series Part 3

    In Part 3 of the Shepherd King David Series, Pastor Dan Harrison shares a powerful message titled “Refuge” from Psalm 16:1–11. On Pentecost Sunday and Memorial Day weekend, this message explores the Hebrew word ḥāsāh — “to take refuge” — and how David repeatedly turned to God as his place of safety, protection, and peace during some of the darkest seasons of his life. After defeating Goliath, David did not immediately step into the throne room. Instead, he spent years fleeing from Saul, living in caves, hiding in foreign lands, and enduring fear, betrayal, uncertainty, and constant danger. Yet throughout the Psalms, David continually declared: “In You I take refuge.” Pastor Dan unpacks how refuge in God is more than believing in Him once — it is making Him our first response in every season of life. While many people turn to distractions, addictions, entertainment, or temporary comforts to escape pain, David teaches us to run toward God instead of away from Him. This message also connects David’s suffering and worship to Pentecost in Acts 2, where Peter quotes Psalm 16 while preaching the resurrection of Jesus. David’s pain, faithfulness, and trust in God became part of a much bigger story that would impact generations to come. If you are walking through fear, grief, anxiety, uncertainty, trauma, or exhaustion, this message is a reminder that God can be your refuge even in the middle of the storm. He is the fortress that does not fail, the shelter that holds firm, and the promise that remains true when everything else feels unstable. Lean in to today’s message and ask God to speak to your heart through Pastor Dan’s teaching. Today’s takeaway: when life becomes overwhelming, don’t run first to distraction, fear, or escape — run to God. Let Him become your refuge, your peace, and your place of security. #ShepherdKing #Refuge #Psalm16 #DavidSeries #PastorDanHarrison #PentecostSunday #RavennaAG #TakeRefuge #GodIsMyRefuge #Psalm16Message

    47 min
  4. Worship Warrior | Shepherd King David Series Part 2

    May 17

    Worship Warrior | Shepherd King David Series Part 2

    In Part 2 of Pastor Dan Harrison’s Shepherd King David Series, “Worship Warrior,” we look at 1 Samuel 16:14–23 and see how David’s worship was more than music — it carried the presence of God into dark places. When Saul was tormented, David’s Spirit-led worship refreshed him, changed the atmosphere, and pushed back darkness. This message challenges us to see worship not as a warm-up to the sermon, but as a powerful declaration of God’s authority. Through the life of David, the Psalms, and the worship of God’s people, we are reminded that praise is not passive — it is spiritual participation. When God’s people worship together, we declare His victory, invite His presence, and shift our hearts toward His truth. Lean in to today’s message and ask God to speak to you through Pastor Dan’s teaching. Today’s takeaway: don’t just observe worship — participate in it. Lift your voice, raise your expectation, and declare that God’s authority is greater than every darkness you face. #ShepherdKing #WorshipWarrior #DavidSeries #PastorDanHarrison #RavennaAG #Worship #PraiseAndWorship #1Samuel16 #SpiritualWarfare #PresenceOfGod

    1 hr
  5. Loving the Sheep | Shepherd King David Series Part 1

    May 10

    Loving the Sheep | Shepherd King David Series Part 1

    In Part 1 of the Shepherd King David Series, Pastor Dan Harrison begins the journey through the life and Psalms of David with a message titled “Shepherd.” Through 1 Samuel 16, Psalm 23, and the story of Ruth and Naomi, we are reminded that God often does His greatest work in hidden places long before anyone else notices. Before David became a king, giant killer, or worship leader, he was simply a shepherd faithfully caring for sheep in the fields. While others looked at outward appearance and status, God saw David’s heart. This message explores how faithfulness in ordinary seasons prepares us for God’s greater purposes and how the Lord honors those who serve Him with a pure heart. Pastor Dan also unpacks the emotional depth of the Psalms, showing that David was not a flawless hero, but a real and broken human being who poured every emotion before God — grief, anger, worship, fear, hope, and joy. Through David’s story and Naomi’s restoration in the book of Ruth, this message speaks hope to anyone walking through grief, disappointment, shame, or feelings of insignificance. If you feel unseen, forgotten, or stuck in an unglamorous season of life, this message is a reminder that God sees your faithfulness. Nothing done for the Lord is insignificant, and the same God who called David from the shepherd’s field is still calling people today. Lean in to today’s message and ask God to speak to your heart through Pastor Dan’s teaching. Today’s challenge: be faithful with the “sheep” God has placed in front of you. Whether it’s your family, your workplace, your ministry, or your current season of life, trust that God sees your heart and is preparing you for His purpose. #ShepherdKing #DavidSeries #Shepherd #Psalm23 #PastorDanHarrison #RavennaAG #Faithfulness #1Samuel16 #GodSeesTheHeart #MothersDayMessage

    42 min
  6. Kingdom Investment | Part 2 – Does God Have Your Heart?

    May 3

    Kingdom Investment | Part 2 – Does God Have Your Heart?

    In the conclusion of Pastor Dan Harrison’s 2-part sermon series, Kingdom Investment, we look at one of the most powerful examples of biblical stewardship and surrender—the widow’s offering in Mark 12:41–44. This message is not about whether the church has your wallet. It is about a much deeper question: Does God have your heart? Pastor Dan unpacks how Jesus pointed His disciples to a poor widow who gave two small coins—not because the amount was impressive, but because her heart was fully surrendered to God. While others gave out of abundance, she gave from a place of trust, sacrifice, and worship. This sermon also connects the widow’s offering to the generosity of the early church in Acts 2 and Acts 4, showing us that Spirit-filled believers are called to live with open hands, Kingdom priorities, and a heart that says, “God, everything I have belongs to You.” In this message, you’ll be challenged to consider: Does God have my heart? Am I giving for recognition or worship? Do I trust God with my finances, my time, and my life? What would it look like to live with open hands? How does generosity reflect the work of the Holy Spirit? This message reminds us that Kingdom investment is not just about money—it is about surrendering our whole life to God. As you listen today, lean in and ask God to speak clearly to your heart. Invite the Holy Spirit to show you what areas of your life you may still be holding tightly. 👉 Takeaway Challenge: Take your next paycheck, your calendar, your resources, and your plans before the Lord and pray: “God, this is Yours. Show me what You want me to do with it.” #KingdomInvestment #BiblicalStewardship #Generosity #WidowsOffering #Mark12 #Acts2 #Acts4 #FaithAndFinances #SpiritFilledLiving #OpenHands #SurrenderToGod #ChristianPodcast #SermonSeries

    33 min
  7. Kingdom Investment | Part 1 – Trusting God Over Money

    Apr 26

    Kingdom Investment | Part 1 – Trusting God Over Money

    In the opening message of the Kingdom Investment series, Pastor Dan Harrison addresses one of the most sensitive and often misunderstood topics in the church—money—through the lens of trust, surrender, and the heart. Drawing from Matthew 6:19–34 and Matthew 9:9, this powerful message explores what Jesus really meant when He said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Rather than using guilt or manipulation, Pastor Dan points us back to the words of Jesus—challenging us to evaluate not just what we say we believe, but how our lives (and our finances) reflect it. This message dives deep into: The difference between serving God vs. serving money (mammon) How financial anxiety impacts our faith and decision-making Why generosity is connected to peace and reduced stress What it truly means to seek first the Kingdom of God The powerful example of Matthew leaving everything behind to follow Jesus Through honest personal testimony and biblical truth, Pastor Dan reminds us that God is not after our money—He’s after our heart. When we trust Him fully, even in uncertain economic times, we begin to experience His provision, peace, and purpose in a deeper way. 🔥 Lean In + Takeaway As you listen today, lean in and ask God to speak directly to your heart. Don’t just hear the message—let the Holy Spirit challenge and transform you. 👉 Takeaway Challenge: Ask yourself: “What does my spending reveal about what I truly value?” Then take one step of faith this week—whether it’s an act of generosity, trust, or surrender—and watch how God begins to shift your perspective and your peace.

    40 min
  8. What is Truth? | Part 2: My Truth? | John 13:36–14:11 | Ravenna Assembly of God

    Mar 15

    What is Truth? | Part 2: My Truth? | John 13:36–14:11 | Ravenna Assembly of God

    What happens when “my truth” collides with the truth? In Part 2 of the series “What is Truth?”, Pastor Dan unpacks Jesus’ words in John 13:36–14:11 and challenges one of the most common ideas in today’s culture: the belief that our personal truth is enough. While our experiences matter and should be heard, our own perspective is not the final standard of reality. True truth is not found in our feelings, opinions, or self-perception—it is found in Jesus Christ. Using Peter’s confidence, Thomas’s confusion, and Jesus’ powerful declaration, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life,” this message reminds us that our own understanding must be surrendered to the One who is truth itself. Pastor Dan explores how: • Our personal truth can be distorted by pride, fear, insecurity, and culture • Jesus sees through our self-confidence and calls us to humility • God’s promises anchor us in difficulty, anxiety, and uncertainty • Jesus is not just a source of truth—He is the Truth • Real life, hope, and eternal security are found only in Him This message is a needed reminder for anyone wrestling with confusion, fear, identity, pressure, or the temptation to define truth on their own terms. Key Scriptures John 13:36–14:11 Romans 12:3 1 Corinthians 10:12 John 10:10 John 16:33 If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your circumstances or unsure what to believe, this sermon points you back to the One who never changes.

    39 min
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    Ravenna Assembly of God
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    2020 - 2026
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