Sermons
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The Last Workers | Dr. Conrad Vine
Identify the “11th hour workers” who will complete the global mission before Christ’s return. Conrad Vine interprets Jesus’s parable in Matthew 20 and key statements from the Spirit of Prophecy to reveal a startling truth: as long-time “first hour” workers drift into apostasy, lawlessness, and compromise, God will raise up a new, zealous group from…
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True Men Wanted | Part 5 | Pastor Ron Kelly
Stand firm in an age of compromise by rediscovering what it means to be “true to duty as the needle to the pole.” In this fourth sermon of the “Greatest Want of the World” series, Pastor Ron Kelly contrasts the vacillation of King Ahab with the unwavering courage of the prophet Elijah. Explore the dramatic…
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True Men Wanted | Part 4 | Pastor Ron Kelly
Revisit the concept of moral obligation in a postmodern world with Pastor Ron Kelly. Using the metaphor of a “broken compass” and “reverse polarity,” this sermon challenges the cultural trend of redefining right and wrong. Explore the biblical story of Jonathan, who prioritized his duty to God and truth over loyalty to his father, King…
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True Men Wanted | Part 3 | Pastor Ron Kelly
Examine the necessity of being “true and honest” in our inmost souls, drawing on the biblical stories of Saul and David. In the second part of the “Greatest Want of the World” series, Pastor Ron Kelly contrasts King Saul’s tragic descent into deception and paranoia with King David’s willingness to accept rebuke and repent, as…
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True Men Wanted | Part 2 | Pastor Ron Kelly
Confront the uncomfortable necessity of calling sin by its right name. This sermon, the third in the “Greatest Want of the World” series, uses the story of Aaron and the Golden Calf in Exodus 32 to illustrate the disastrous consequences of “pliant” leadership that bows to popular pressure. Contrast Aaron’s failure with the unwavering stance…
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True Men Wanted | Part 1 | Pastor Ron Kelly
Reflect on the critical need for moral integrity in a world dominated by compromise and expediency. Drawing from John the Baptist’s steadfast refusal of the “splendid bribe,” this sermon challenges listeners to reject flattery, bribery, and fear. Through personal stories and biblical examples, understand the cost of standing for truth and the liberating power of…
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There is a Prize | Dr. Conrad Vine
Understand the biblical perspective on suffering as promised in Scripture. Pastor Conrad Vine explains that for a Christian, suffering for Christ’s name is an expected part of discipleship, as detailed in Mark 13 and 2 Timothy 3:12. Learn the dual purpose of suffering: Satan uses it to shake our faith, while God permits it as…
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The First Missionary | Dr. Conrad Vine
Journey with Jesus as He crosses from Jewish to Gentile territory in Mark 4 and 5. Witness His divine authority over the demonic storm as He rebukes the wind and waves, revealing Himself as the Jehovah of Psalm 107. Follow Him as He penetrates every barrier of uncleanliness to meet the Gerasene demoniac, a man…
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Fireproof | Dr. Conrad Vine
Prepare to stand firm, like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in the “fiery furnace” of modern cancel culture. Pastor Conrad Vine frames this contemporary persecution as a spiritual battle where truth is the first casualty, and elites, both in society and the church, seek to silence any who challenge their power. Discover the four spiritual lessons…
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Witnessing for Jesus: No One Is a Lost Cause | Conrad Vine
Journey across the Sea of Galilee with Jesus and His disciples in Mark 4 and 5. Witness Jesus reveal His divine authority, not only over a demonic storm (“Peace, be still!”), but over a man tormented by a “Legion” of unclean spirits. See how Jesus crosses every ritual and cultural barrier to bring healing and…
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The Unfinished Mission Task: Jesus Won’t Come Until This Is Done | Conrad Vine
Understand the primary focus of the Great Commission given in Matthew 28. Pastor Conrad Vine clarifies that the command is not simply to “go,” but to “make disciples” of all ethne, or people groups, in the world. He highlights the massive remaining task, noting that 42% of the world’s 17,500 people groups remain unreached by…
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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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Deliverance Ministry | How to Recognize and Confront Demons | Conrad Vine
Learn the practical steps of deliverance ministry from an Adventist perspective in this final part of the “Deliverance Ministry” series. Pastor Conrad Vine outlines twelve key ingredients, emphasizing that deliverance is a process, not a ritual. Understand the necessity of a divine calling, the gift of discernment (distinguishing spiritual attacks from mental illness), and the…
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Deliverance Ministry | What Does the Bible Say about Demons? | Conrad Vine
Dive into the biblical basis for deliverance ministry in this second part of the “Deliverance Ministry” series. Pastor Conrad Vine clarifies key terms, explaining that “demonized” is a more accurate translation than “possessed,” and that fallen angels, or demons, are personal beings with intellect, will, and a malevolent purpose. Examine Old Testament idolatry, from Deuteronomy…
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Deliverance Ministry | Can a Christian Be Attacked by Demons? | Conrad Vine
Grasp the reality of the great controversy in this first part of a series on deliverance ministry. Pastor Conrad Vine outlines the cosmic war between Christ and Satan, emphasizing that this struggle is not a distant theological concept but an active battle for every human soul. Learn to identify the different levels of demonic attack,…
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John the Baptist: Discipleship Beyond Comfort | Conrad Vine
Analyze the profound cost of discipleship through the lens of Mark 6. Conrad Vine examines the “sandwich” structure of this chapter, where Jesus sending out the Twelve on a successful mission is framed around the brutal execution of John the Baptist. Understand that following Christ is not a guarantee of popular acclaim but often leads…
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Wrong Think | Critical Race Theory | Conrad Vine
Confront the challenging topic of Critical Race Theory in the third part of the “Wrong Think” series. Pastor Conrad Vine explains how CRT, as a branch of Critical Theory, is rooted in atheistic Marxist ideology. Understand how this theory reframes the world as a power struggle between “oppressors” and “the oppressed,” using Antonio Gramsci’s concept…
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Wrong Think | Is There Inclusion for Jesus Christ? | Conrad Vine
Trace the historical roots of totalitarianism back to Karl Marx and the tragic human cost of his ideology in the 20th century. Understand how Marxist economic theory has been repackaged as “Critical Theory,” shifting the focus from an economic struggle (proletariat vs. bourgeoisie) to a power struggle (oppressed vs. oppressor). This message unpacks the weaponized…
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Is Your Church a Remnant, Respectable, or Regime? | Conrad Vine
Reflect on the Adventist Church’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its implications for the future. Conrad Vine discusses his opinion of the General Conference’s 2021 statement. Hear a case study of an Australian Adventist teacher who suffered a debilitating stroke after a mandated vaccine.
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The Centurion Confession: Can You Have This Radical Faith Today? | Conrad Vine
Hear the radical, political challenge of Mark’s Gospel. Understand that to a first-century Roman audience, Mark 1:1 “The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God” was a direct act of sedition. This message contrasts the “good news” (euangelion) of Caesar with the singular good news of Christ. See how Mark…
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The Great Controversy | David Asscherick
Explore the origin of evil and the “Great Controversy” between Christ and Satan. Start in Genesis 1, where God declared everything “very good,” establishing He is not the source of evil. Follow the evidence through the parable of the Wheat and the Tares (Matthew 13), where Jesus insists, “An enemy has done this.” Identify this…
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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)…