Hebrews | The Walk of Faith - Episode 8
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell explores the essence of faith as illustrated in Hebrews 11:5-6, emphasizing that salvation is achieved through faith rather than religious rituals. Drawing from the examples of Abel and Enoch, Pastor Dorrell highlights how true faith leads to righteous actions and a profound relationship with God. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize God's values over worldly ones and to navigate ethical challenges by maintaining a strong connection with God through scripture and prayer. Tune in to be inspired by Enoch's example of walking closely with the Lord.
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Hebrews | What Will You Bring? - Episode 6
Join Pastor Dorrell as he explores Hebrews 11:4, emphasizing the crucial role of faith in salvation through the story of Cain and Abel. Discover how true belief and acceptance of God's grace through Jesus Christ are essential.
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A Model for Missions - Episode 5
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores Romans 10:9-17, focusing on the urgent mission of sharing the gospel. Emphasizing that faith arises from hearing the truth about Christ, he stresses the vital role of the local church in supporting missionaries and church planters. Through practical examples, he illustrates how financial support for new churches and missionaries significantly impacts spreading the gospel and nurturing communities of faith. Pastor Dorrell urges continued commitment to these initiatives as a form of worship and a means to extend the reach of the gospel across America.
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Hebrews | Through Faith, The World Was Framed - Episode 4
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell explores the concept of faith as the foundation for understanding our universe's origin and purpose. Drawing from Hebrews 11:3, he contrasts the limitations of science in explaining existence with the biblical perspective that God created the universe for His glory and our benefit. Pastor Dorrell highlights how both creationism and evolution involve elements of faith, urging listeners to live a life reflecting faith in God. Emphasizing the eternal nature of spiritual rewards, he offers hope and encouragement to persevere through life's challenges, pointing to a future filled with divine promise.
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A Willing Spirit - Episode 3
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell reflects on Matthew 26, drawing lessons from Peter's struggle in Gethsemane, where he failed to stay awake and pray with Jesus. The episode underscores the universal human experience of battling between spirit and flesh, emphasizing the importance of prayer and discipline.
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Hebrews | Faith On the Inside; Faithfulness On the Outside - Episode 1
The assurance that comes from a firm faith in Jesus Christ will affect the behavior of the believer based on what he knows to be true.
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The End Comes Before the Beginning - Episode 150
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell explores the necessity of endings before new beginnings, drawing from the biblical passage John 12:24. The message highlights how, like the transition from one year to the next, personal growth often requires letting go of past habits or beliefs. The sermon encourages listeners to reflect on aspects of their lives that may need to be set aside to embrace positive change.
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Light Brings Hope - Episode 147
The Christmas season is celebrated with lights, symbolizing the hope and life that Jesus brings. Despite the darkness in the world, the Bible teaches that God is light, and Jesus is the source of hope and salvation. Lighting candles represents shared hope and the belief that God’s light shines within those who trust in Jesus.
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Giving a Better Christmas Gift - Episode 145
In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Dorrell explores the true essence of Christmas and the profound example of humility and selflessness set by Jesus Christ. Listeners are invited to reflect on Philippians 2 and consider offering the gift of self, embodying Christ’s love and mission in their daily lives. This episode encourages believers to prioritize service to others, demonstrating grace and unity, and to honor Christmas by becoming better versions of themselves, reflecting Jesus’ sacrificial love.
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The Book of Daniel | The End of the Story - Episode 144
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell unpacks the final chapters of the Book of Daniel, highlighting the historical battles between the Seleucid and Ptolemaic empires, culminating in the notorious rise and defeat of Antiochus Epiphanes. The sermon connects these ancient events to prophecies concerning the Antichrist and the ultimate spiritual battle of Armageddon. It emphasizes the role of prayer, spiritual warfare, and the hope found in God's control over history. Believers are urged to seek wisdom and live with the assurance of a heavenly reward, reminding us of God's sovereignty and the promised victory over evil.
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Hebrews | From Shadow to the Son - Episode 143
In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell invites listeners to explore the profound message of Hebrews 10, where the finality and transformative power of Jesus’ sacrifice are emphasized. Highlighting the inadequacy of Old Testament sacrifices, Pastor Dorrell underscores the superiority of Christ’s atonement, which grants believers bold access to God. He encourages genuine faith and active participation within the church community, urging believers to move beyond mere religious observance to a deeper, unwavering devotion to Christ. This episode calls upon followers to reflect on their commitment and the significance of Christ’s once-and-for-all offering.
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The Book of Daniel | The Unseen War - Episode 142
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell discusses the ongoing spiritual battle between God and Satan, emphasizing the power of prayer as a crucial weapon. Through the story of Daniel's fervent prayer and his vision of angelic battles in Daniel 10, listeners are reminded of the unseen forces at play and the importance of prayer in overcoming spiritual challenges. Pastor Dorrell highlights how prayer not only provides peace, insight, and strength but also influences cosmic battles, supporting believers in their journey towards spiritual victory.
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Hebrews | The Final Sacrifice - 140
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell explores the Day of Atonement from Leviticus 16, connecting it to Jesus Christ's ultimate sacrifice. His sermon highlights Jesus as fulfilling the Old Testament rituals, offering eternal redemption and replacing the need for repeated sacrifices. Emphasizing salvation through faith alone in Jesus, Pastor Dorrell calls listeners to accept Him as Savior, underscoring the importance of His atonement in our lives. This sermon encourages reflection on life's brevity and the transformative power of faith, urging a personal acceptance of God's grace.
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The Book of Daniel | Counting Jewish Time - Episode 139
Pastor Dorrell's sermon explores Daniel's prayer during Israel's exile and its lessons for us today. He explains how Daniel's encounter with the angel Gabriel leads to a prophecy about Jerusalem and the coming of the Messiah. Pastor Dorrell underscores the importance of living wisely, drawing from Daniel's example of seeking wisdom through prayer and scripture. Listeners are encouraged to stay vigilant and ready, reflecting on Daniel's timeless lessons and aligning with God's prophetic message.
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Ordinary Blessing - Episode 136
Ordinary life is filled with blessings, but we often overlook them, waiting for extraordinary moments. We should learn to appreciate the simple pleasures, like a good meal, a walk with family, or a beautiful sunset, as they are gifts from God. By shifting our perspective and recognizing the potential for worse, we can cultivate gratitude for the ordinary miracles in our lives.
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Hebrews | The Fulfillment of Promise - Episode 134
In this episode, we explore the profound revelation of God through scripture and covenants, particularly the transition from the Old Testament to the new covenant in Jesus Christ. The Old Testament covenants, such as the Abrahamic, Davidic, and Mosaic, held significant promises and fulfillments, but the Mosaic covenant, with its Ten Commandments, highlighted human sinfulness and the need for a savior. The book of Hebrews argues for Jesus’ superiority over the old religious system, emphasizing the new covenant’s better promises and forgiveness through grace, rather than relying on animal sacrifices and external rituals. Pastor Dorrell emphasizes faith over works, urging listeners to accept Christ as their savior and live a righteous life to honor God’s grace.
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The Book of Daniel | Prophecy Becomes History - Episode 133
Join us as we explore Daniel’s vision in Chapter 8, a powerful prophecy that symbolizes the rise and fall of empires, including the Medo-Persian and Greek. This episode delves into the historical fulfillment of these visions, focusing on the Maccabean revolt and the oppressive actions of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who desecrated the temple and fulfilled the prophecy of the abomination of desolation. We’ll discuss how these events not only illustrate the past but also foreshadow future prophecies, such as the coming of the Antichrist. Discover the hope and perspective that Daniel’s book offers to the Israelites and how it encourages a biblical lens on current events, especially concerning Israel.
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Hebrews | The Priority of Christ - Episode 131
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell dives into Hebrews 7, focusing on the author’s message to Jewish Christians facing persecution. The sermon highlights the superiority of Christ’s eternal priesthood over every other reality. Pastor encourages us to remain steadfast in our faith, recognizing Christ’s greatness and prioritizing our service to Him.
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The Book of Daniel | Reward After Tribulation - Episode 123
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell reminds us, from the prophecy of Daniel 7, that despite whatever situation the people of God find themselves in, God still reigns, and often times, it is only after the difficulty of tribulation that glory is found.
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Pray for Peace - Episode 122
In this episode, Pastor Dorrell reminds us of the work we are called to in prayer. He exhorts us to pray for peace in our land so that we might live our Christian lives to the fullest, continuing to do the work God has called us to do.
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