Praise Cathedral Podcast

Pastor Jerry Madden

Praise Cathedral is a member of the Church of God denomination (Cleveland, TN) located in Greer, South Carolina. We're happy to provide a replay of our sermons for you to enjoy any time!

  1. Even Jesus Had A Mother

    May 10

    Even Jesus Had A Mother

    The wedding at Cana reveals the only recorded conversation between Jesus and His mother Mary, teaching us profound lessons about faith and timing. When the wine runs out, Mary simply presents the problem to Jesus without telling Him what to do, demonstrating her deep belief in both His power and His character. Though Jesus initially says His hour hasn't come, Mary trusts His heart and tells the servants to do whatever He says. Jesus transforms water into the finest wine, revealing His glory and showing that everything He does exceeds expectations. This miracle teaches us to trust not just in God's power, but in His loving character and perfect timing.

    39 min
  2. Undrafted

    May 3

    Undrafted

    A wealthy, moral, and humble young man approached Jesus asking what he must do to inherit eternal life. Despite appearing to be the perfect candidate for God's kingdom, he walked away heartbroken when Jesus told him to sell everything and follow Him. This encounter reveals that no one is as good as they think they are, and that Jesus refuses to be merely an accessory to our existing lives. The man's true treasure was his wealth, not God, and he chose temporary earthly possessions over eternal life with Christ. Jesus demands complete surrender, not religious performance, because He wants to give us the greatest treasure of all - Himself.

    37 min
  3. Let's Get Real

    Apr 26

    Let's Get Real

    Life inevitably brings storms - health challenges, financial struggles, relationship difficulties, and the reality of aging. The story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:35-41 reveals that following Jesus doesn't exempt us from life's turbulence; in fact, it may lead us into more storms as we go against worldly values. When the disciples questioned whether Jesus cared about their peril, He demonstrated His divine power by instantly calming both wind and waves. The real question isn't whether Jesus has power over our storms, but whether we trust His care and allow Him to be Lord rather than trying to manage Him. Sometimes He calms the storm, sometimes He calms us - both expressions of His lordship and love.

    34 min

  4. Apr 5

    Where Is Everyone?

    Pastor Jerry Madden takes the congregation to the Cross and the empty tomb on Easter Sunday and poses the question 'Where Is Everyone?' Find guidance and direction through the stories told in the Bible to encourage your walk with Christ.

    40 min

  5. Mar 29

    If These Rocks Could Talk

    Throughout Scripture, God has used ordinary rocks and stones as powerful memorials of His faithfulness. From Jacob's pillow stone where God renewed His promises during Jacob's darkest hour, to the twelve memorial stones Joshua set up after crossing the Jordan River, to the small stone David used to defeat Goliath, these simple objects tell extraordinary stories. The most significant stone of all was the one that sealed Jesus' tomb - a stone that couldn't contain the risen Savior. These biblical examples remind us that God shows up in unexpected places and uses ordinary things to accomplish extraordinary purposes. We must share these stories of God's faithfulness with future generations, creating our own memorials to remember how God has worked in our lives.

    41 min
  6. The Story of Dr Phil Cook

    Mar 22

    The Story of Dr Phil Cook

    We are excited to welcome Dr. Phil Cook, president of Lee University to our pulpit as he shares his testimony.

    44 min

  7. Mar 15

    Where The Kingdom Thrives

    The parable of the sower reveals why some people experience abundant spiritual fruit while others remain spiritually barren. Jesus describes three types of unproductive soil: hard hearts that have been hurt and become unteachable, shallow hearts that lack commitment and depth, and divided hearts where competing priorities choke out God's word. Good soil represents a heart that is soft, tender, and totally available to God. When God's word finds this kind of surrendered heart, it produces remarkable fruit - thirty, sixty, or even a hundred-fold. The key is honest self-examination and allowing God to break up hard places, create depth, and remove competing interests that prevent His word from flourishing in our lives.

    46 min

  8. Mar 8

    If You Knew

    In John 4, Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well reveals how understanding His true identity transforms everything. Jesus broke through racial and gender barriers to offer living water to someone society had rejected. The woman initially doubted His ability because she didn't recognize who He was - the same mistake we make today when we worry instead of pray. When Jesus exposed her hidden shame from five failed marriages, she tried to redirect to religious arguments rather than face her pain. But Jesus came not to condemn but to liberate. The key lesson is that if we truly knew who Jesus is - the King of Kings who gives us access to approach Him anytime - we would ask Him about everything instead of living below our privilege as God's children.

    40 min
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About

Praise Cathedral is a member of the Church of God denomination (Cleveland, TN) located in Greer, South Carolina. We're happy to provide a replay of our sermons for you to enjoy any time!

Information

  • Creator
    Pastor Jerry Madden
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Praise Cathedral
  • Show Website
    Praise Cathedral Podcast

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