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  1. 4D AGO

    The Evidence of Faith. James 5:16. 2/8/26

    This message confronts us with a challenging truth: our prayer life reveals the depth of our faith and the level of our humility. Drawing from James 5:16 and the example of Nehemiah, we're reminded that prayer isn't optional or an accessory to faith—it's the very evidence of our faith. When we fail to pray, we're essentially operating in pride, believing we can control everything without God's help. The sermon challenges us to examine whether we're believers who don't actually believe, people who claim to love God but don't invest time communicating with Him. Through powerful imagery—from UFC fighters believing their own hype to the Pharisee and tax collector in Luke 18—we see that humility means submitting to reality and truth about our limitations. We're called to make every effort in our spiritual walk, using the wisdom and abilities God gave us, yet never crossing into self-sufficiency, which is pride and sin. The beautiful paradox is this: the more we admit we need God, the less we depend on ourselves, and the more humility we practice. With over 7,000 promises in Scripture—an average of seven per page—we have countless reasons to pray and seek God's intervention in every situation, from receiving bad news to confessing sin to simply eating a meal.

    18 min

  2. FEB 2

    The Eternal Word. Matthew 24:35. 2/01/2026

    This powerful message confronts us with the eternal authority of Christ's words found in Matthew 24:35, where Jesus declares that heaven and earth will pass away, but His words will never pass away. Through careful examination of Jesus' Mount of Olives discourse, we discover that while the temple and its magnificent buildings were destroyed exactly as prophesied, a greater promise awaits us. The message draws our attention to Matthew 26:29, where Jesus speaks of drinking new wine with us in His Father's kingdom, a direct reference to the marriage supper of the Lamb. We're reminded that despite coming persecution, wars, famines, and the cooling of love in many hearts, those who persevere will experience victory. The call is urgent: we must know God's Word deeply, not just hear it preached. In a world full of false teachings and distractions, we need discernment that comes only from studying Scripture ourselves. The promise of 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 becomes our hope. Christ will descend with a shout, and we who remain will be caught up together with Him in the clouds. This isn't about fear; it's about being prepared, being part of a clean church without spot or wrinkle, ready for that glorious moment when everything temporal fades and eternity begins.

    16 min

  3. JAN 26

    The Dynamic Power and Benefits of Scripture. 01/25/2026

    The power of Scripture to transform lives stands at the heart of this exploration of God's Word. Drawing from Joshua 1:8, we discover that the Bible isn't merely another book. It's the living, breathing authority on faith, morality, and conduct. We're reminded of the countless testimonies of transformation: addicts freed, families restored, even hardened criminals redeemed. The Word penetrates to our very bone marrow, as Hebrews 4:12 tells us, reaching the deepest parts of our being. This message invites us to see the tangible benefits of immersing ourselves in Scripture: conviction of sin, divine healing, wisdom for salvation, and deliverance from temptation. When we meditate on God's Word day and night, memorize it, and live by it, we position ourselves to receive every promise He has made. The challenge before us is clear: Will we merely hear the Word, or will we obey it? Will we let it flow constantly from our mouths and guide our every step? As we stand on the promises found in Scripture, we discover that not one good promise the Lord has made will fail to come to pass. This is our invitation to move from being mere creation to becoming children of God, fully entitled to His blessings and promises.

    12 min

  4. JAN 19

    Inspecting the Walls. 1/18/2026

    What if the most important work we need to do isn't building something new, but carefully inspecting what already exists? Drawing from Nehemiah chapter 2, we're invited into a powerful lesson about spiritual examination. Before Nehemiah began the monumental task of rebuilding Jerusalem's walls, he did something counterintuitive: he went out alone, at night, in silence, and thoroughly inspected every crack, every broken gate, every compromised section. This wasn't about shame; it was about safety. When we allow God to inspect the walls of our lives: our habits, our priorities, our hidden sins, He's not condemning us. He's protecting us. Just as we'd be grateful for a doctor catching a disease early or a mechanic finding a problem before our engine fails, we should welcome the Holy Spirit's conviction. The challenge becomes personal when we realize that some spiritual work can only happen when we tune out the noise, step away from the crowd, and allow God to speak directly to us. Are we giving Him that opportunity? Or are we too distracted, too surrounded by voices telling us 'it's not that bad' to hear what truly needs repair? This message calls us to daily inspection, to take responsibility for our own spiritual walls, because what we allow into the kingdom of God matters—not just for us, but for the generations watching us.

    16 min

  5. JAN 12

    Building the Walls of the Kingdom. Nehemiah 1:1-4. 1/11/2025

    This message confronts us with a challenging question: what kingdom do we truly belong to? Drawing from Nehemiah's story of discovering Jerusalem's broken walls, we're invited to examine the spiritual boundaries in our own lives. Just as physical walls mark territory and provide protection, spiritual walls define our identity as God's people and protect us from compromise. The sermon challenges us to look honestly at where we've allowed society's values to encroach on God's kingdom within us. Are there gaps in our defenses? Areas of spiritual apathy or lukewarmness? The call to revival isn't just about emotional experiences. It's about returning to clear convictions, rebuilding the walls of holiness, and declaring 'not in my house' to anything that doesn't align with God's standards. What's beautiful is the promise woven throughout: we already have everything we need for this reconstruction. God's hand is upon us, His Spirit dwells within us, and through Christ's blood, we've been given the power to live in freedom. The question isn't whether God will show up; it's whether we'll take responsibility for the walls we've let crumble and commit to rebuilding them together as a community of faith.

    11 min

  6. JAN 5

    Remember. Repent. Return. Revelations 2:1-5. 1/4/2026

    As we step into a new year, Roy challenges us to examine whether we truly love God right now, not whether we loved Him in the past, but whether we are actively loving Him today. Drawing from Revelation 2:1-5, we encounter the church of Ephesus, a congregation that had sound theology, endured patiently, and tested false teachers, yet had abandoned their first love. Jesus doesn't commend their orthodoxy and leave it there; He issues a sobering warning: remember, repent, and return to the works you did at first. We're reminded that loving God means obeying Him, not just acknowledging Him. The sermon confronts our tendency to let spiritual disciplines slip away, much like relationships that fade when we stop doing the things that brought us together. Just as we wouldn't maintain a marriage or friendship by showing up once a week with minimal effort, we cannot maintain our relationship with God without intentional communication through prayer and His Word. The call is urgent: we're in a spiritual war where the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, yet Jesus declares His will is to lose none of us. This year, let's move beyond feelings and return to foundational practices: 20 minutes of daily Bible reading, consistent prayer, and reverence for God's commands. Revival begins when the church comes alive again, remembering God's faithfulness, repenting of spiritual complacency, and returning to the passionate pursuit of God that marked our beginning.

    12 min

  7. 12/29/2025

    Closing 2025 with Gratitude. 12/28/2025

    As we stand at the threshold of a new year, we're reminded that gratitude isn't meant to be silent—it's meant to be declared, shared, and celebrated publicly. Drawing from Isaiah 12:4, which calls us to give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His deeds among the people, this message invites us to reflect on God's faithfulness throughout the year. Whether we crawled to the finish line exhausted, carried losses and pain, or experienced breakthrough and healing, one truth remains constant: God has been faithful. The testimonies shared, from financial miracles to family restorations, from addiction deliverance to physical healing, paint a powerful picture of a God who continues to work in our lives. These aren't just individual victories; they're communal reminders that when we testify publicly about what God has done privately, we strengthen the faith of everyone around us. The enemy wants us to forget God's goodness, to focus only on the difficult two or three weeks and lose sight of the entire year of blessings. But when we intentionally remember and declare His faithfulness, we position ourselves to enter the new year with confidence, knowing that the same God who brought us through this year will be faithful in the next.

    11 min

  8. 12/22/2025

    Barnabas, Son of Encouragement. 12/21/25

    Anita, our missionary friend, takes us deep into the heart of Acts, revealing the transformative ministry of Barnabas, whose very name means 'son of encouragement.' While Paul may have written most of the New Testament, it was Barnabas who made Paul's ministry possible. When the early church feared the converted persecutor Saul, Barnabas became the bridge, vouching for him and opening doors that seemed permanently closed. This teaches us a profound truth: sometimes we don't need more preaching, we need someone to walk alongside us. We all need a Barnabas in our lives, someone who sees gold where others see mud, who sees process where others see failure. The story doesn't end there. When young Mark abandoned Paul's missionary journey, and Paul refused to give him a second chance, Barnabas stepped in again, investing time, patience, and belief into this discouraged young man. Years later, Paul himself would request Mark's presence, declaring him 'useful for ministry.' Because of Barnabas's investment, we have the Gospel of Mark today. This challenges us to become a Barnabas for the next generation, for those who have failed, for those whom others have labeled and dismissed. Love changes more slowly than discipline, but its effects last forever. Our failures don't define our destiny when someone believes in us enough to walk the journey with us.

    9 min
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Weekly recap of sermon from Zion CC in Syracuse, IN.

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    2025 - 2026
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