Ashland Community Church

Ashland Community Church
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Equipping the members of the body of Christ to treasure and spread a passion for the supremacy of Christ in all things for the joy of all peoples!

  1. 2h ago

    When Kingdoms Collide (Daniel 7)

    In this message on Daniel 7, Pastor Joe Abdelghany dives into the shift from historical narratives to apocalyptic visions, showing what happens "When Kingdoms Collide". Rather than getting lost in obscure symbolism, Daniel’s vision offers comforting clarity: while earthly powers appear terrifying, God’s everlasting kingdom will ultimately triumph. Pastor Joe examines the vision through three pairs of contrasting kingdoms: A Chaotic Kingdom vs. An Ordered Kingdom (vv. 1–10): The turbulent sea produces four grotesque, competitive beasts representing the relentless chaos of human governments. In stark contrast, Daniel sees the quiet, unshakable throne room of the Ancient of Days, reminding believers that while world events and personal trials feel chaotic, God sits sovereignly on His throne, never anxious or surprised. A Fragile Kingdom vs. An Everlasting Kingdom (vv. 11–14): Despite their terrifying appearance, earthly empires are completely fragile; God easily strips their dominion and consumes them with fire. In their place, the Son of Man approaches the Ancient of Days to receive a kingdom that is indestructible and will never pass away—offering eternal hope to believers facing suffering or persecution. A Beastly Kingdom vs. A Priestly Kingdom (vv. 15–28; Matt. 26:57–64): Standing before the Sanhedrin, Jesus quotes Daniel 7 to identify Himself as the Son of Man, exposing the religious council as the true beast. This warns the church against compromising our divine identity; rather than grasping for worldly political force, we are called to embody a kingdom of self-giving love, shaped by the Savior who conquered through the cross. Ultimately, earthly afflictions and empires have an expiration date. Believers can endure present trials with confidence, knowing our King reigns and His kingdom will stand forever. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others!#BookOfDaniel #WhenKingdomsCollide #SonOfMan #AncientOfDays #ChurchInExile

  2. Oct 25

    Multi-Tasking Exiles (Daniel 6:1-28)

    In this message on Daniel 6:1–28, Pastor Casey McCall explores the calling of believers to be "Multi-Tasking Exiles," holding two essential biblical priorities at the same time: actively serving the good of our earthly communities while remaining uncompromising in our exclusive devotion to God. Pastor Casey breaks down the text into three core movements: Called to Be Salt and Light (vv. 1–9): In the newly established Medo-Persian empire, Daniel distinguishes himself through an "excellent spirit," exceptional competence, and an incorruptible character. Jealous officials search his life for dirt, but find zero grounds for complaint, forcing them to manipulate his unwavering devotion to God's law to trap him. Holy and Devoted (vv. 10–13): Knowing that King Darius signed an unalterable decree forbidding prayer to anyone else for 30 days, Daniel goes home, opens his windows toward Jerusalem, and prays three times a day just as he had always done. Anchored in a steady rhythm of worship, he shows that true faithfulness never compromises or neglects worship when cultural pressure mounts. Salvation and the Greater Daniel (vv. 14–28): Cast into the den of lions under a sealed stone, Daniel is miraculously delivered when God sends His angel to shut the lions' mouths. Beyond an inspiring moral example, Daniel points forward to Jesus—the Greater Daniel. Falsely accused, condemned by a reluctant ruler, and sealed in a stone tomb, Jesus did not escape death; He entered the ultimate grave of God's wrath, rose at dawn, and conquered death forever so that failing exiles could be saved. Ultimately, our effectiveness in exile does not come from our own perfect performance, but from resting in King Jesus, whose kingdom and dominion endure forever. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others! #Daniel #LionsDen #MultiTaskingExiles #ChurchInExile

  3. Oct 18

    God Opposes the Proud (Daniel 5:1-31)

    In this message on Daniel 5:1–31, Pastor Casey McCall preaches on the sobering truth that "God Opposes the Proud," exploring how human pride blinds us to God's revelation and ultimately leads to judgment. Looking at the fall of Babylon, Pastor Casey shows that while God's word is clearly spoken, pride hardens the human heart and keeps us from rightly receiving it. Pastor Casey breaks down the passage into four core movements:Pride Distorts (vv. 1–9): In the middle of a national crisis, King Belshazzar throws a reckless feast, using the holy temple vessels to toast pagan idols of gold and bronze. Immediately, supernatural fingers write on the palace wall, throwing the terrified king into panic and demonstrating the total uselessness of human wisdom for eternal matters. Pride Persists (vv. 10–16): Advised by the Queen Mother to consult Daniel—who helped Nebuchadnezzar decades earlier—Belshazzar calls Daniel in but fails to show genuine humility, offering external rewards while remaining stubborn at heart. A Warning Ignored (vv. 17–23): Daniel rejects the king's gifts and delivers a stern rebuke. He reminds Belshazzar that though he knew how God humbled his grandfather Nebuchadnezzar, he refused to humble himself, choosing instead to mock the God in whose hand was his very breath. Judgment Comes (vv. 24–31): Daniel interprets the writing: Mene, Mene, Tekel, Parsin—Belshazzar's days are numbered, he has been weighed and found wanting, and his kingdom will be divided. That very night, Belshazzar is killed and Babylon falls. Ultimately, this passage serves as a urgent warning: our days are also numbered, and on our own, every one of us is weighed and found lacking. But while God opposes the proud, He gives infinite grace to the humble who place their trust in King Jesus—the only One who was weighed and found perfectly righteous. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram!Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others!#BookOfDaniel #GodOpposesTheProud

  4. Oct 15

    God, the True King (Daniel 4:1-37)

    In this message on Daniel 4:1–37, Pastor Logan Armstrong preaches on "God, the True King," showing how God humbles human pride and reigns supreme over all earthly kingdoms. Pastor Logan breaks down the passage into three clear points: The Warning of Pride (vv. 1–27): King Nebuchadnezzar has a troubling dream about a massive tree being chopped down to a stump. Daniel fearlessly interprets the dream, warning the king that God will judge his self-exaltation unless he repents and turns from his sin. From Beauty to Beast (vv. 28–33): A year later, as Nebuchadnezzar boasts on his palace roof about building "great Babylon" by his own power, judgment falls instantly. Stripped of his sanity, he is driven out to live like a wild animal, showing that human pride is ultimately a form of spiritual madness. True Humility and Restoration (vv. 34–37): When the appointed time ends, Nebuchadnezzar looks up to heaven, receives his mind back, and genuinely repents. He extols the King of Heaven, confessing that God alone rules forever and easily humbles those who walk in pride. Ultimately, this passage reminds us that every earthly ruler is temporary, but everyone who humbles themselves before King Jesus belongs to an everlasting kingdom. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others! #BookOfDaniel #GodTheTrueKing #PrideAndHumility #ChurchInExile #Gospel

  5. Oct 4

    Faith Under Fire (Daniel 3:1-30)

    In this message on Daniel 3:1–30, Pastor Casey McCall explores what it looks like to maintain "Faith Under Fire" when living as exiles in a culture that demands ultimate allegiance. Pastor Casey highlights three core movements from the text: The Intolerance of Tolerance (vv. 1–15): King Nebuchadnezzar demands empire-wide worship of his golden statue under threat of a fiery furnace. While modern secular culture claims to champion tolerance, it becomes deeply intolerant when believers refuse to bow down to societal idols or compromise the exclusive lordship of Jesus Christ. True Faith Under Pressure (vv. 16–23): Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego demonstrate authentic gospel faith by recognizing that God's power is infinitely greater than any earthly king's. They boldly declare that God is able to deliver them, but even if He chooses not to, they will not compromise or bow. True faith leaves outcomes in God's hands and perseveres all the way to the end. Faithful Suffering (vv. 24–30): Cast into the flames, the three men are joined by a mysterious fourth figure—a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ. God does not always keep His people out of the furnace, but He enters into their suffering with them. This story points directly to the cross, where Jesus entered the ultimate furnace of God's wrath so that His people would be saved for eternity. Whatever trial or furnace you may face in exile, you can stand firm knowing that your Savior is in control, present with you in the fire, and leading you toward an eternal kingdom where suffering will be no more. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others! #BookOfDaniel #FaithUnderFire #FieryFurnace #ChurchInExile #Gospel #AshlandCommunityChurch

  6. Oct 2

    Seeking the Good of the City (Daniel 2:1-49)

    In this second message of the series through Daniel, Pastor Casey McCall explores what it means to be "Seeking the Good of the City" while living as faithful exiles in a world that is not our ultimate home. Grounded in Jeremiah 29:4–7, Pastor Casey contrasts the error of worldly assimilation with the equal danger of total isolation, urging believers to actively seek the peace, flourishing, and well-being of their communities without compromising their devotion to Christ. Pastor Casey highlights three core movements from Daniel chapter 2: The Impotence of Human Wisdom (vv. 1–13): When King Nebuchadnezzar demands both his dream and its interpretation, the wise men of Babylon bump up against the strict limits of human knowledge. Secular learning and human effort can never unlock the deeper mysteries of God or solve humanity's greatest needs. The Process for Gaining Divine Wisdom (vv. 14–23): Facing a death sentence, Daniel responds with prudence and discretion, gathering his companions to pray for God's mercy. God reveals the mystery, prompting Daniel to offer joyful praise for the wisdom and power that belong exclusively to the Lord. Blessed to Be a Blessing (vv. 24–49): Standing before the king, Daniel gives all glory to God. Through Daniel's faithfulness, God's grace overflows to spare the pagan wise men and reveal His ultimate plan: earthly kingdoms will fall, but God will establish an everlasting kingdom through a stone "cut out by no human hand"—pointing directly to King Jesus. Ultimately, believers are called not to let God's grace terminate with them, but to let it flow through them to serve, bless, and bear witness to Christ in the cities where He has placed them. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others! #BookOfDaniel #SeekingTheGoodOfTheCity #Jeremiah29 #KingdomOfGod

  7. Sep 22

    The Church in Exile (Daniel 1:1-21)

    In this kickoff message to a new series through the book of Daniel, Pastor Casey McCall explores what it means for believers to live as "The Church in Exile". While the book of Ephesians showed us the cosmic, victorious triumph of the church in Christ, Daniel shows us how to faithfully live out that triumph right now as sojourners in a world that is inherently hostile to our faith. Pastor Casey highlights three primary movements from Daniel chapter 1: Pressure to Conform (vv. 1–7): Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar deployed a subtle, four-step strategy to make four young Hebrew men forget their identity: isolation, pagan education, cultural assimilation through food, and new names tied to false gods. American culture attempts the exact same subtle conspiracy today—aiming to make us forget who we are in Christ. Faithful Resolve (vv. 8–14): Driven by God's grace and supported by covenant community, Daniel "set his heart" not to defile himself with the king's food. Daniel gives the church a model of discernment: he didn't fight every cultural battle, but he firmly drew the line where a command violated God's explicit word. Grace for Exiles (vv. 15–21): God sustained Daniel and his friends through their obedience, granting them favor, skill, and wisdom far surpassing the Chaldeans. Ultimately, Daniel’s story points to Jesus—the ultimate Exile who entered a hostile world, remained perfectly faithful, and turned humiliation into eternal salvation. As believers, our job is not to seek ease and comfort in the world, but to stand firm as faithful exiles pointing others to our reigning King. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others!#BookOfDaniel #ChurchInExile #FaithfulResolve #LivingInBabylon #Gospel

  8. Sep 14

    A Call to Arms (Ephesians 6:10-24)

    In this final message from the series through Ephesians (Ephesians 6:10–24), Pastor Josh Crawford issues a compelling "Call to Arms," reminding believers that the Christian life is not a passive instruction manual, but a grand story of a reigning King who has already secured the ultimate victory. Pastor Josh breaks down three key aspects of spiritual warfare: Understand the Battle (vv. 10–13): True spiritual strength is found not in our own willpower, but solely in the Lord. Because Christ has already conquered sin and death, the primary posture of the Christian is defensive—standing firm and holding the line on the victorious ground Jesus already won. Know the Enemy (vv. 11–13): Our primary struggle is never against flesh and blood—it is against unseen, cosmic forces of evil. We must avoid both parabolic paranoia and total apathy, recognizing that the enemy strategically exploits human vulnerability, pride, and distraction. Take Up the Armor and Fight (vv. 14–24): God equips His people with divine armor—the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of gospel readiness, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (the Word of God). The essential daily means of putting on this armor is constant, dependent prayer for ourselves and for the saints alongside us in the local church. As we face daily spiritual battles, we do not fight for victory, but from the secure victory already accomplished by Christ. 🖥️ Learn more at ashlandcc.net 📱 Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe for more sermons and share to encourage others! #Ephesians6 #CallToArms #ArmorOfGod #SpiritualWarfare

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  • Creator
    Ashland Community Church
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    390
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