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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Leave a Trail, Others Will Follow - Episode 149

In this insightful sermon, guest speaker Dale Bigham draws from 2 Corinthians 12:14-15 to discuss the significance of leaving a spiritual legacy for others to follow. Highlighting Paul's dedication to nurturing and sacrificing for others, Bigham encourages listeners to invest their lives in a way that influences others for God's kingdom. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, this message challenges believers to live purposefully, ensuring their impact resonates beyond their immediate sphere. Tune in to learn more about the power of a life lived with divine purpose.

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God Is Able - Episode 148

In this episode, guest speaker Dale Bigham explores the theme of God's ability to sustain believers, preventing them from falling into sin or false doctrine. He emphasizes the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice, which turns sinners into saints, securing their salvation and identity in Christ. Bigham urges Christians to embrace their role as saints, empowered by God's forgiveness, and highlights the importance of stewardship and faithfulness to maintain spiritual strength and service. Tune in to understand how Christians can fulfill their divine responsibilities while remaining secure in their faith.

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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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Fear Not - Episode 146

In this episode of the podcast, journey through the powerful biblical narrative of Joseph's decision to embrace faith over fear. Pastor Daniel explores how Joseph faced his crisis upon learning of Mary's miraculous pregnancy, guided by the angel's message to "fear not." The sermon illustrates the courageous obedience Joseph demonstrated in accepting his role in God's miraculous plan. Drawing parallels to the Israelites' fears post-exodus, Pastor Daniel conveys the timeless message of trusting in God's promises and the miraculous outcomes of living a life anchored in faith, especially in the light of the Christmas story.

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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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A Message from the Angel - Episode 141

In this episode, Pastor Daniel explores the biblical story of Zachariah and Elizabeth, focusing on themes of faith, prayer, and divine promise. He discusses Zachariah’s transformative encounter with the angel Gabriel, who announces the impending birth of John the Baptist. Despite Zachariah’s initial disbelief due to their advanced age and years of unanswered prayers, the narrative reveals profound lessons about trusting in God's timing and listening to His voice. Pastor Daniel emphasizes the importance of remaining spiritually sensitive and joyful in God's presence, reminding listeners that God's answers may come unexpectedly but are always fulfilling.

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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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The Elephant in the Room of Prayer - Episode 138

In this thought-provoking episode of our podcast, Pastor Bill Prater addresses the "elephant in the room" of prayer: unanswered requests that challenge a believer's faith in God's power and compassion. Using the Apostle Paul's plea to remove his "thorn in the flesh" as a framework, Pastor Prater explores how God's refusals, grounded in His broader, loving perspective, may yield greater outcomes than immediate affirmatives. Join us to explore the notion of divine "no's" not as denials, but as profound guidance towards spiritual growth and deeper trust in His divine wisdom, even amidst life's uncertainties.

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Nothing Will - Episode 137

In this powerful episode, Bill Prater explores the profound nature of God's love as demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Highlighting scripture from Romans 8:31-39, he reflects on the boundless depth and permanence of divine love, which transcends all human understanding and is promised to all, regardless of background. Through the lens of Paul's suffering, Prater emphasizes that God's true promise is not an easy life, but the eternal security found in His love. Listeners are encouraged to embrace this love and find assurance amidst life's challenges, guided by personal experiences that resonate deeply with the struggle to comprehend divine compassion in times of personal loss.

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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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Changing the Frame of our Circumstances - Episode 132

In Acts 16 Paul and Silas were unjustly accused, dramatically beaten, and thrown into a prison cell. In the midst of horrible circumstances and the darkness of night they began to pray and sing praises to God. How did they find the ability to sing and express joy? Listen in for a sermon on how Paul and Silas reframed their circumstances and how you can too.

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