Life of Christ
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The Gift We Could Never Earn: Understanding the Grace of God
By grace you have been saved. The grace of God. Grace alone . . . Christians talk about grace a lot—and rightfully so: Scripture is brimming with verses about the gift of grace that God offers to each person through Jesus’ death on the cross. This is one of the most beautiful and liberating truths described in…
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The Good Shepherd | Dr. Conrad Vine
Rediscover the profound comfort and challenging calling found in Psalm 23 and John 10 with Pastor Conrad Vine. In this message, Vine contrasts the self-serving “bad shepherds” of Ezekiel’s prophecy with Jesus, the Good Shepherd who actively seeks out His lost, wounded, and wandering sheep. Through the inspiring story of the man born blind, Vine…
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The Ancient History | Pr. Randy Skeete
Journey deep into the eternal purpose of God with Pastor Randy Skeete in this profound message on the plan of salvation. Skeete explores the “ancient history” revealed in Scripture, the divine agreement made between the Father and the Son long before the creation of the world. He highlights the incomprehensible vastness of God, contrasting it…
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Grieving With the Hope of the Resurrection
In his book A Grief Observed, C.S. Lewis vulnerably shared, “Talk to me about the truth of religion and I’ll listen gladly. Talk to me about the duty of religion and I’ll listen submissively. But don’t come talking to me about the consolations of religion or I shall suspect that you don’t understand.” Lewis’ wife,…
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Why the Cross of Christ Transforms the Meaning of Death
Jesus’ death on Calvary completely transformed what it means to die. It was an essential step in God’s plan for humanity that beautifully demonstrates His character, His justice, mercy, and redeeming love. Yet the relationship between the cross of Christ and the Bible’s image of death is not talked about as often as it should…
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Encouragement During Difficult Times
Encouragement During Difficult Times My dear Sister Lizzie Innes, I hear that you are being much afflicted, and I am in deep sympathy with you. Since my acquaintance with you I have felt a tender, loving sympathy toward you. My dear sister, while you are suffering, while infirmities are pressing upon your soul, do not…
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Esau Was a Seventh-day Adventist | Pr. Randy Skeete
The story of Esau reveals a dangerous tendency to trade eternal blessings for immediate physical gratification. While the birthright offered spiritual headship and a double portion of grace, it was cast aside in a moment of temporal hunger. Modern believers face a similar choice when they overlook the sacred gifts of health, education, and prophetic…
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Trust in the Lord | Pr. Pavel Goia
Character is forged in the quiet moments of the day rather than the grand spectacles of the future. While knowledge of prophecy and doctrine provides a framework, the true measure of a spiritual life lies in the fruit of love, patience, and humility. Every small frustration and unexpected storm serves as a classroom where the…
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Little Things Mean a Lot | Pr. Randy Skeete
A profound relationship with the Creator hinges on the depth of our personal knowledge of His character and authority. Scripture reveals that many live in spiritual ignorance, reacting to life’s trials through a secular lens because they fail to recognize the divine presence in their midst. Jesus is not merely a historical figure but the…
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Learning Your Bible | Pr. Randy Skeete
The Word of God serves as the foundational pillar of all existence, moving beyond mere ink on a page to become the creative force that established the universe. Genesis reveals how the simple command of the Creator brought order from chaos, establishing the same divine laws that sustain every heartbeat and breath today. Explore the…
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Principles For Powerful Praying | Pr. Randy Skeete
Powerful communication with the Creator begins by following the divine example of a life dedicated to constant communion. Scripture illustrates that effective prayer is grounded in a deep connection to the Word of God and a lifestyle of obedience that creates a foundation for heavenly blessings. You will discover how unwavering belief and the rejection…
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Looking Unto Jesus | Pr. Randy Skeete
True spiritual victory begins when the heart moves beyond earthly distractions to fix its gaze on the One who is the author and finisher of faith. This study reveals that the Savior is not merely a mediator but the eternal Creator who possesses life in Himself and shares the same divine authority as the Father.…
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How Can I Trust God in Hard Times? Understanding Christian Endurance
The Lord’s Prayer is famously simple. But in its simplicity lie profound truths about Christian living. The prayer begins with recognition of God’s love for us and His glory, then shifts to focus on His kingdom—the one to come and the one that lives and breathes on Earth today through God’s transformed people. Then comes…
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Finish The Way You Began | Pr. Randy Skeete
Complete your spiritual journey with the same dedication that Christ showed from beginning to end. In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Randy Skeete examines the life of Jesus as the ultimate example of finishing well. From His baptism to His ascension, Jesus consistently pleased the Father, offering a perfect, sinless life on our behalf. Skeete explains…
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Learning to do Bible Studies | Pr. Randy Skeete
Reexamine the standard of righteousness in this challenging and inspiring message by Pastor Randy Skeete. Using passages from Deuteronomy and the Sermon on the Mount, Skeete argues that true righteousness is not merely about external obedience but requires a profound transformation of the heart. He contrasts the “works of the flesh” with the “fruit of…
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Deeper And Higher | Pr. Randy Skeete
Reexamine the depth of your righteousness in this thought-provoking message by Pastor Randy Skeete. Skeete challenges the notion of superficial obedience, exploring what Jesus meant when He said our righteousness must “exceed” that of the scribes and Pharisees (Matthew 5:20). He reveals that true righteousness isn’t just about outward actions but about a transformed heart…
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The Perfect Storm | Dr. Conrad Vine
Explore the radical implications of God’s Kingdom in this sermon by Conrad Vine. Using the metaphor of a “perfect storm,” Vine examines the clash between Jewish messianic expectations, Roman imperial ambitions, and the unexpected arrival of Jesus’ kingdom. Discover how Jesus transforms our understanding of space, time, and matter, turning temples into living bodies, Sabbaths…
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How to Know God | Pr. Randy Skeete
Discover the unknowable God through the revelation of Jesus Christ in this powerful sermon by Pastor Randy Skeete. Using scriptures like Job 11 and John 1, Skeete explains that while God’s ways are higher than ours and His nature is inscrutable, He has fully revealed His character, especially His self-sacrificing love, through the life and…
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Divine Logistician | Pr. Ron Kelly
Unlock the power of your influence with Pastor Ron Kelly. In this message, he delves into the idea that a holy life is the most compelling sermon one can preach. Kelly shares personal anecdotes and biblical examples, such as the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15, to illustrate how genuine faith, humility, and…
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Counsels for the Church
This essential collection provides a comprehensive selection of general counsels drawn from the extensive writings of Ellen G. White, specifically curated to guide and edify the Seventh-day Adventist movement. Covering a vast array of spiritual and practical topics, including Christian character, home life, health, and the closing scenes of earth’s history, these group counsels offer…
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Biblical Principles That Govern Humanity | Pr. Ron Kelly
Witness the transformative power of God’s grace in this message by Pastor Ron Kelly. Using the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4, Kelly illustrates how Jesus breaks through social barriers, prejudice, and personal shame to offer the “living water” of salvation. He challenges the church to become a…
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The ‘In Christ’ Motif
When Christ came to this world 2,000 years ago, He came primarily to be the gospel, not just to explain the gospel. It is Paul who God set aside to explain the gospel. Paul tells us about himself and his ministry: Ephesians 3:8: Although I am less than the least of all the Lord’s people, this grace was given…
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The Two Adams
John tells us that, when we understand the love of God, His perfect love will cast out fear and there will be no more fear of the judgment. It is not because we are good but because, as He is, so are we in this world. But the fact that God loves us unconditionally is…
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Justification by Faith
We have discovered, basically, three major facts: We are all under sin. That means we are ruled and dominated by sin. We are slaves to sin, which means that it is impossible, and I repeat that, it is impossible for us to save ourselves through our own good works. The gospel is the righteousness of God, which…