Redemption & Salvation
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Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life
Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life This book by Charlie Kirk, who I listened to in person earlier this year at the Dream City Church, March 29, 2025, presented and supported the practice of seventh-day Sabbath keeping. There are different Christian views about how the Sabbath applies…
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Biblical Basis for the Seventh-Day Sabbath
This study was inspired by listening to Charlie Kirk speak about his convictions on the seventh-day Sabbath at the Dream City Church in Phoenix, Arizona, March 29, 2025. A Biblical FAQ Handout (Designed for printing, study groups, and personal reflection) What is the Sabbath? The Sabbath is the seventh day of the week (Saturday), set…
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Does the Bible Teach Annihilationism or Eternal Conscious Torment? A Step-By-Step Journey Through Scripture
Christian movements, church leaders, and students of Scripture clash over all sorts of doctrines, but perhaps no subject is more contentious, more defining, more theologically consequential than the fate of the lost. Does the Bible teach annihilationism, that divine fire will erase the wicked from existence? Or does the Bible teach eternal conscious torment, that…
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In Crisis, Keep God First | Pr. Randy Skeete
Reconsider who truly owns your life with Pastor Randy Skeete. This sermon explores the biblical truth that everything belongs to God by right of creation. Skeete emphasizes that while God owns all nature, His most precious possession is you, purchased not with silver or gold, but with the priceless life of Jesus Christ. This message…
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A Very Expensive Gift｜Pr. Ron Kelly
Contemplate the infinite price of redemption and the “good news” of the end. In this concluding sermon of the “Greatest Want of the World” series, Pastor Ron Kelly invites you to see the gospel from God’s perspective: a longing to bring an end to the sin, suffering, and separation that has plagued humanity. Explore the…
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Does My Ministry Matter? | Dr. Conrad Vine
Reflect on the overlooked courage of Pilate’s wife in this devotional by Dr. Conrad Vine. While the religious leaders and the mob clamored for death in Matthew 27 this pagan Roman woman stood alone in defense of Jesus. See how her simple note to her husband brought joy to the heart of Christ even in…
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Facing Condemnation | Dr. Conrad Vine
Break free from the crushing weight of constant criticism and discover the healing power of grace in John 8. Dr. Conrad Vine retells the dramatic story of the woman caught in adultery to illustrate how Jesus handles our deepest shame. While religious leaders brought accusations and noise, Jesus brought silence and a new beginning. Watch…
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The Significance of the Cross for Time and Eternity
What was truly accomplished at the cross? We explore the profound significance of Jesus’ death and His final words, “It is finished.” Discover how He fulfilled ancient prophecy, ended the sacrificial system, and secured the ultimate victory over Satan, reconciling humanity to God once and for all.
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When Death and Judgment Are Mercy: Life After Rejecting Christ
How can a loving God judge the world? We explore the profound truth that God’s judgment is an act of mercy, honoring human freedom. Discover why heaven would be misery for those who reject Christ, and examine the biblical view of hell as final destruction rather than eternal torment.
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Biblical Signs of the Second Coming: The Two Resurrections and the Millenium
Explore the ultimate hope that transcends death. We delve into the biblical truths of the Second Coming, the nature of death as a temporary “sleep,” and the mystery of the two resurrections. Discover the meaning of the Millennium, the final judgment, and the glorious promise of the New Earth.
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Why Did Jesus Have to Die? The Significance of the Cross for Time and Eternity
The death of Jesus Christ is one of the most profound and perplexing chapters of human history. It was a singular moment that changed the world, that transforms lives, that can radically shift your heart right now. But what did the Son of God really accomplish on the cross? Why does the crucifixion of Christ…
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Israel in Bible Prophecy | Pastor Ron Kelly
Understand Israel’s true role in Bible prophecy. This sermon traces the biblical concept of “Israel” from God’s original commission to Adam, through the covenant with Abraham, to its identification as God’s “firstborn” son in Exodus. Learn how physical Israel, like Reuben, forfeited its birthright by rejecting its mission and, ultimately, the Messiah. See how Jesus…
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The Wife’s Tale: What Pilate’s Wife Knew That Rome Didn’t | Conrad Vine
Examine the courageous story of Pilate’s wife, a solitary figure who stood for Jesus. Conrad Vine paints a vivid picture of the tense political and spiritual landscape of Judea, ruled by the cruel Pilate who was beholden to the anti-Semitic regime in Rome. See how Jesus’s fame had permeated all levels of society, reaching even…
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Deliver Us From Evil | David Asscherick
Explore the most difficult question for faith: why does a good God permit evil? In this first part of the “Deliver Us From Evil” series, David Asscherick provides the foundation for a biblical theodicy. He moves beyond simple answers to examine the very nature of God. Discover why the declaration “God is love” (1 John…
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Two Things Not Even God Can Do | David Asscherick
Explore two things that are impossible for God. Understand why God’s omnipotence has limits set by His own character and laws. First, discover from Hebrews 10:4 (“it is not possible that the blood of bulls and goats should take away sins”) and the story of Gethsemane that God cannot save anyone apart from the blood…
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A Better Story | Ty Gibson
Explore the Bible as a story that delves into the deep human condition, beginning with relational violation. David Asscherick unpacks how this universal trauma, starting with Adam, leads to shame (Genesis 3) and repression (Job 31:33), causing us to hide our iniquity and pain within ourselves. Discover how the Bible offers confession (1 John 1:9)…
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A New World Coming | The Last Battle | David Asscherick
Explore the grand finale of Revelation, starting with the “Hallelujah” chorus in chapter 19, celebrating God’s righteous judgment on the fallen Babylon. Understand the profound symbolism of the “marriage supper of the Lamb,” representing the covenantal union between Christ and His church, and why the redeemed are clothed in white linen while Christ wears a…
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Incomparable | Matthew 18: Why Church Discipline Matters | David Haupt
Confront the difficult topic of church discipline in Matthew 18. See why the church often avoids this duty, confusing it with being unloving or judgmental. This sermon debunks common myths (“the church is just a hospital,” “we shouldn’t judge”), contrasting harsh, procedural exclusion with a truly redemptive, Christ-like model. Explore the parables of the Lost…
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Lineage Journey
Lineage Journey traces the rise of Christianity and helps you find your place in the story. Take a journey through time with stories from Christian heritage and meet historical characters full of conviction, sacrifice and commitment.
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Words | The Life You Were Made For: Zoe | Ty Gibson & Nathan McKee
What does it really mean to be alive? In this message, Ty Gibson and Nathan McKee unpack the meaning of “Zoe,” uncovering the divine, abundant life we were created for. Drawing from Ephesians 2, they reveal how humanity can be physically alive yet spiritually dead, and how salvation through Christ restores the life we’ve lost.…
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Words | The Word That Changed Everything About Salvation: Sozo | Ty Gibson & Nathan McKee
While our culture often praises self-made saviors, “Sozo” reveals the deeper story of salvation. In this message, Ty Gibson and Nathan McKee unpack the rich layers of the Greek word Sozo, which means rescue, healing, and restoration. From Peter sinking in the waves to the woman reaching for Jesus’ garment, each story shows that salvation…
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Words | This One Word Defines God: Agape | Ty Gibson & Nathan McKee
Love is a word we use often, but few understand its truest form. Ty Gibson and Nathan McKee uncover the meaning of Agape, the uniquely divine love that defines God Himself. Unlike other kinds of love, Agape is unconditional, self-giving, and transforming. Seen most clearly at the cross, this love reveals who God is and…
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Incomparable | Matthew 9: Mercy Came Running | David Haupt
True healing begins in the heart, not just the body. David Haupt explores Jesus’ ministry to the outcasts and broken in Matthew 9, showing that the deepest sickness often comes from spiritual and emotional wounds. Through the story of the paralytic, he reveals how forgiveness, compassion, and relational faith stand in stark contrast to empty…
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Incomparable | Matthew 7: Unaware | Jared Smith
Many Christians walk through life unaware of the danger that lies beneath their spirital walk. Jared Smith warns of the subtle ways faith can become superficial. Through these lessons from Matthew 7, he challenges you to move beyond appearances and cultivate a genuine, saving relationship with Jesus, finding assurance in knowing Him personally.