Satisfaction Sold Separately Part 2 - Season 4, Episode 136
Why do we accumulate possessions, chase promotions, and fill our schedules with endless tasks, yet feel no deeper satisfaction? Pastor Dorrell confronts the epidemic of spiritual emptiness that Solomon identified thousands of years ago—the disease of pursuing life apart from God. Using Ecclesiastes 6, he argues that abundance without God produces three devastating symptoms: the inability to enjoy what we have, meaningless labor that feeds only the body, and a life that impacts no one. The antidote is radical: insert God and people into the equation of your life. Choose to love those around you and receive their love in return, recognizing that happiness is not sold separately from relationship with God and genuine human connection. This holiday season, stop waiting for perfect circumstances and decide right now to make your life about people and the Lord.
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Satisfaction Sold Separately - Season 4, Episode 135
Why does accumulating more possessions often leave us more restless rather than more satisfied? Pastor Dorrell confronts the cultural epidemic of discontent by examining Solomon's grand experiment in seeking happiness through wealth, pleasure, and power. Using Ecclesiastes, he argues that true satisfaction cannot be purchased or obtained externally—it is a spiritual gift found only through connection with God. The sermon reveals how possessions without God are like toys without batteries: promising but powerless. Listeners are challenged to shift their focus from acquiring the next thing to genuinely enjoying what they already possess, recognizing that contentment comes not from changing circumstances but from cultivating a heart rooted in God's provision.
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Gratitude: The Soul's Greatest Discipline - Season 4, Episode 134
Many of us live with a persistent sense of dissatisfaction, believing happiness will arrive only when circumstances improve or we acquire more. Yet gratitude—far from being a natural response to abundance—is a spiritual discipline that transforms how we perceive and experience life. Pastor Dorrell argues that deliberate thankfulness is not merely an emotional state but a command from God and a foundational practice for nourishing the soul. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18, he demonstrates how recognizing God's benefits, understanding our role as His beneficiaries, and consciously choosing gratitude reshapes our perspective and unlocks joy regardless of external conditions. Consider adopting gratitude as a daily spiritual practice, deliberately finding something to thank God for in every circumstance, and watch how your heart—and consequently your life—transforms.
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Living by the River of Life - Season 4, Episode 133
In a culture that constantly pulls us toward compromise and spiritual dryness, how do we maintain vitality in our faith? Guest speaker Chuck Gourley uses Psalm 1 to reveal that the righteous person thrives by remaining planted near the source of living water—Jesus Christ—rather than by following the counsel of the ungodly, standing with sinners, or sitting with the scornful. Through the metaphor of a tree flourishing by a river, Chuck Gourley argues that spiritual fruit, endurance, and success flow naturally from consistent meditation on God's Word and daily communion with Him. He challenges listeners to examine their spiritual proximity to Christ and to recommit to a life of deliberate, day-and-night devotion to God's commands, trusting that He will produce lasting fruit in His season.
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In Everything, Give Thanks - Season 4, Episode 132
Why is gratitude so difficult for us, and why do we so easily default to complaint? Guest speaker Chuck Gourley argues that thanksgiving is not merely a holiday sentiment but a divine command that transforms our spiritual identity and witness. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18, he illuminates how gratitude functions as an overflow of the Holy Spirit's work within us—an attitude rooted in Christ's provision that inevitably spills into our interactions with others. He examines the specific blessings we possess in Christ: His constant presence, forgiveness, sufficient grace, and salvation. Chuck Gourley challenges believers to move beyond obligatory thanks to cultivate a genuine spirit of gratitude that reshapes perspective, produces joy, and testifies to God's goodness throughout every circumstance of life.
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Give Them to Eat - Season 4, Episode 131
When God calls you to an impossible task, how do you respond? Guest speaker Furgus Tunnell examines the feeding of the five thousand to argue that God does not ask us to solve problems through our own strength, but rather to surrender what we have and trust Him to multiply it. Using the children's home ministry as a concrete example, he demonstrates that the disciples' focus on their lack—five loaves and two fishes—blinded them to Jesus's sufficiency. The sermon's central thesis challenges believers to identify the "impossible task" God has placed before them and to step forward in faith, offering their limited resources for His use. You are invited to surrender your five loaves and two fishes, whatever they may be, and witness how God transforms inadequacy into abundance.
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God-Centered Marriage - Season 4, Episode 130
Most marriages operate on reciprocity: we love our spouse when they love us, serve them when they serve us, and withdraw affection when they disappoint us. But what if the foundation of marital love shifted entirely? Pastor Daniel argues that Christian marriage must be God-centered rather than self-centered or even spouse-centered. Using 2 Corinthians 7:1 and Jesus's radical teaching in Luke 6:32-35, he contends that our primary motivation for loving and serving our spouse should be reverence for God, not the quality of their character or their treatment of us. When we recognize our spouse as God's beloved child, our heavenly Father becomes invested in how we treat them. You are challenged to examine whether your marriage is motivated by self-interest, reciprocal affection, or genuine fear and love of God—and to realign your daily interactions accordingly.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Let All Your Things Be Done with Love - Season 4, Episode 129
What happens when a church possesses talent, wealth, and spiritual gifts yet lacks the binding force that holds it together? Pastor Dorrell confronts this paradox through Paul's closing exhortation to the Corinthian church: "Let all your things be done with charity." The sermon argues that love—not intellect or ability—is the fundamental solution to every relational and spiritual problem. By examining Paul's diagnosis of the Corinthian church's failures (division, arrogance, selfishness, and pride), Pastor Dorrell illuminates how agape love functions as the governing principle for all Christian conduct, from the mundane to the consequential. He challenges listeners to make love their defining characteristic, filtering every word, decision, and action through the lens of another's highest good, even when doing so demands sacrifice.
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Fasting: The Disruptive Path to Spiritual Strength- Season 4, Episode 128
Many Christians claim spiritual transformation yet show little evidence of genuine change in their daily lives. How can believers move beyond mere profession of faith to authentic spiritual power and growth? Pastor Dorrell argues that spiritual disciplines—particularly fasting—are not optional exercises but essential means of grace that cooperate with the Holy Spirit's sanctifying work. By deliberately denying our fleshly desires, we weaken the old man and strengthen our capacity to resist sin, overcome obstacles, and align ourselves with Christ's character. This sermon challenges listeners to embrace the radical disruption of fasting as a pathway to real spiritual breakthrough and transformation.
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Beautiful Attitudes | Blessed Are the Peacemakers - Season 4, Episode 127
Our world claims to value peace while simultaneously waging wars, nursing grudges, and prioritizing personal comfort over reconciliation. But what does it truly mean to be a peacemaker? Pastor Ben argues that peacemakers are those who stop evaluating everything through the lens of self-interest and instead actively pursue reconciliation with God and others, following Christ's sacrificial example. Drawing from Matthew 5:9-12, he illuminates how genuine peacemaking differs fundamentally from passive people-pleasing, and how the Christian's willingness to face persecution for righteousness demonstrates authentic commitment to peace. You are challenged to examine your relationships and ask whether you are truly making peace or merely avoiding conflict for your own comfort.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Stand Fast in the Faith - Season 4, Episode 126
Many of us struggle to finish what we start—whether in marriage, parenting, faith, or calling—because life's difficulties tempt us to abandon our posts. How do we find the strength to persevere when circumstances grow hard? Pastor Dorrell argues that Paul's final exhortation to the Corinthians reveals three requirements for spiritual survival: watchfulness, mature responsibility, and resolute strength grounded in faith. The sermon contends that true endurance is not achieved through willpower alone, but through a purpose greater than ourselves—our faith in Christ and our commitment to those we serve. You are challenged to identify what God has called you to guard and to stand fast on that ground, drawing daily on Christ's infinite strength to remain faithful.
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Spiritual Disciplines - Season 4, Episode 125
In a world of constant noise and digital distraction, how can we cultivate a spiritual life that feels alive rather than depleted? Pastor Dorrell argues that modern culture—amplified by technology and relentless connectivity—creates an environment hostile to spiritual flourishing, leaving many believers spiritually atrophied. Drawing on 1 Timothy 4:7-8, he contends that intentional spiritual disciplines are not burdensome obligations but essential practices that create space for God's voice, reorder our misplaced priorities, and transform us from the inside out. The sermon challenges listeners to view fasting, prayer, Scripture meditation, and solitude not as duties to earn God's favor, but as tools to remove obstacles preventing us from experiencing His grace more fully. Commit today to one spiritual discipline that will deepen your connection with Christ and awaken your dormant soul.
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Beautiful Attitudes | Blessed Are the Pure in Heart - Season 4, Episode 124
What prevents us from experiencing God's presence in our daily lives? Pastor Daniel argues that an impure heart—contaminated by sin, selfish motives, and worldly compromise—blinds us to God's reality and fractures our relationships with others. Drawing from Matthew 5:8, he demonstrates that purity of heart is not merely a moral aspiration but the essential condition for seeing God in nature, history, and most importantly, in the people around us. Using the metaphor of a water filter and David's confession in Psalm 38, Daniel reveals how impurity burdens the soul and obscures our vision of the divine. He challenges listeners to halt their spiritual compromise, confess their sin, and allow God's Word to cleanse their hearts so they might recover the blessing of seeing God and loving others as Christ does.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Watch Out - Season 4, Episode 123
In a world of endless distractions and subtle spiritual dangers, how do we maintain vigilance in our faith? Pastor Dorrell argues that Paul's final exhortation to the Corinthians—"Watch ye, stand fast in the faith"—addresses our fundamental human tendency toward spiritual carelessness and drift. Drawing on Deuteronomy 8 and biblical warnings throughout Scripture, he demonstrates that we are naturally inclined to forget God's goodness, fail to perceive danger until it's too late, and underestimate the enemy's strategic assault on our relationships, faithfulness, and joy. The sermon challenges believers to reposition their spiritual sentries, maintain constant awareness of potential threats—both from worldly allurements and internal compromise—and protect the blessings God has entrusted to them. Will you commit today to watching out for the subtle ways you might be drifting from your walk with Christ?
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Freedom from Digital Captivity - Season 4, Episode 122
Can we maintain spiritual freedom and biblical thinking when our minds are constantly flooded with digital information? Pastor Dorrell confronts the insidious ways smartphones and social media have created a form of bondage that threatens both individual souls and church unity. Using 1 Corinthians 6:12—"All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any"—he argues that while technology itself is morally neutral, our unchecked attachment to devices has compromised our capacity for prayer, genuine relationships, and sound doctrine. Drawing on contemporary research and pastoral experience, Dorrell reveals how digital distraction fragments our attention, isolates us despite promises of connection, and leaves us vulnerable to ideological capture. He challenges listeners to reclaim their souls through intentional boundaries, sustained silence, and renewed devotion to Scripture and face-to-face community.
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A Day Is What You Make It - Season 4, Episode 121
Do you wake up feeling like a victim of circumstances, or do you recognize your power to shape the day ahead? Pastor Dorrell confronts the tendency to surrender our joy to external conditions—weather, setbacks, and disappointments—and argues that Psalm 118:24 reveals a biblical truth: we possess agency over our perspective and response. Drawing on Paul's example in Philippians 4:8, the sermon demonstrates how intentional meditation on what is true, lovely, and praiseworthy becomes the material with which we construct our days. Rather than passive resignation, we are called to active participation in God's kingdom through deliberate choice. Will you commit today to building your day through gratitude, perspective, and the defiant joy that honors God?
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Better Is a Handful With Quietness - Season 4, Episode 120
In an age of constant connectivity and information overload, how do we protect our souls from spiritual shallowness? Pastor Dorrell examines Ecclesiastes 4:6 to argue that modern technology and the relentless pace of contemporary life—while not inherently evil—are diluting our spiritual depth and hollowing our capacity for meaningful connection with God. Drawing on scientific research about screen time, social media addiction, and cognitive decline, he contends that the sheer volume of information we consume is replacing contemplative prayer, biblical meditation, and genuine human relationships. Listeners are challenged to consider practicing digital temperance and intentional abstinence, reclaiming quiet space for the soul to reconnect with God's presence.
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Beautiful Attitudes | Blessed Are the Merciful - Season 4, Episode 119
What keeps us from extending mercy to others, and how does understanding God's boundless compassion transform our capacity to show mercy? Pastor John examines Matthew 5:7 to argue that true mercy flows from recognizing God's daily mercies in our own lives. He traces God's merciful character throughout Scripture—from the tabernacle's mercy seat to Christ's ultimate sacrifice—demonstrating that believers who grasp the depth of God's forgiveness become conduits of that same mercy to those around them. This week, consider how meditating on God's mercy might reshape your interactions with neighbors, family, coworkers, and the lost world you encounter.
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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Great Doors and Many Adversaries - Season 4, Episode 118
Why does every significant opportunity seem to come with fierce opposition? Pastor Dorrell confronts this universal tension through Paul's ministry in Ephesus, where a "great door and effectual" opened alongside "many adversaries." The sermon argues that in God's economy, meaningful work—whether in marriage, parenting, ministry, or character development—always demands sacrifice and perseverance. Paul's refusal to abandon his post despite hardship models a crucial principle: the best things in life are guarded by the greatest challenges, yet they yield eternal glory. Listeners are challenged to identify the "great doors" God has placed before them and commit to staying the course despite inevitable adversaries.
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Soul Keeping in a Digital Age - Season 4, Episode 117
What happens to our spiritual health when we surrender our attention to the endless noise of modern technology? Pastor Dorrell argues that while our eternal spirit is secure in Christ, our soul—the seat of our mind, will, emotions, and inner identity—remains vulnerable to corruption and distraction in this world. Drawing from David's cry for restoration in Psalm 51, he contends that contemporary devices and social media platforms, though often benign in appearance, wage a subtle war against our souls through addiction, shallow thinking, and manufactured division. The sermon challenges listeners to recognize how technology companies deliberately engineer dependency and to reclaim their mental and spiritual freedom through intentional digital fasting and disciplined soul-keeping.
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