Sermons by Gordon Dabbs (Page 2)
When No One Is Watching
What kind of person are you when no one is watching? In this message from Proverbs 10:9, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., explores the quiet power of integrity, diligence, and faithfulness. Character is not built in one dramatic moment. It is formed through thousands of ordinary choices: keeping your word, doing honest work, admitting when you are wrong, and showing up even when no one is there to applaud. Through humor, practical wisdom, and the unforgettable story of a young…
Circle of Trust
Have you ever noticed how you start sounding like the people you spend the most time with? The truth is, nobody becomes wise alone. In this message on Proverbs 13:20 from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we explore one of the most overlooked influences on our spiritual lives: our closest relationships. Your friends don’t just affect what you do—they shape who you become. In this sermon you’ll discover: • Why wisdom is caught as much as it’s taught • How…
Work on Your Words
In this message from our Street Smarts series, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., reminds us that words are never “just words.” Proverbs 18:21 says, “The tongue can bring death or life,” and every day our words are shaping our relationships, our homes, our church, and even our own hearts. Words can wound or heal. They can tear down or build up. They can push people away or point them toward Jesus. In a world filled with noise, opinions, arguments, texts,…
Being My Own GPS
What happens when you’re convinced you know the way… but you’re headed in the wrong direction? In Week 2 of our Street Smarts series, we explore one of the most beloved passages in Proverbs: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…” (Proverbs 3:5-6) The biggest decisions in life aren’t simply navigation problems—they’re trust problems. We all want God’s guidance, but often on our terms. We want clarity without surrender, direction without dependence,…
Read the Signs
Read the Signs | Street Smarts, Part 1 We live in a world overflowing with information, opinions, hot takes, notifications, and noise. But more information doesn’t automatically lead to more wisdom. In this first message from our Street Smarts series, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., opens up the book of Proverbs and reveals that wisdom begins not with intelligence, experience, or self-confidence—but with a reverent relationship with God. Together we’ll explore three warning signs that can lead us away from…
Eyes Up
This Sunday, our entire church family will gather together for one special combined service centered on one life-changing truth: Jesus Christ is Lord. In a world consumed by outrage, politics, headlines, and endless noise, this message from Gordon based on 1 Corinthians 2:2 calls us to lift our eyes above the chaos and refocus on Christ crucified, risen, and reigning. Come worship with us as we remember what matters most.
No Other Name
What is the church really about? In a world full of noise, opinions, politics, personalities, and distractions, the early church had one unmistakable center: Jesus. In this message from Acts 2–4, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., explores the power, hope, and exclusivity of the name of Jesus—the name that healed the broken, challenged the powerful, transformed ordinary people, and still changes lives today. This sermon walks through: • The healing at the Beautiful Gate • Peter’s bold proclamation before the…
Church on Fire: Life Together (Acts 2:42-47)
In Acts 2, the early church experienced power, miracles, growth, and transformation—but the Holy Spirit didn’t just create passionate individuals. He created a people. A shared life. A community devoted to truth, prayer, generosity, and fellowship. In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D. based on Acts 2:42–47, we explore what it really means to live life together—and why it’s possible to attend church regularly while still missing God’s bigger agenda. 🔥 Spirit-filled churches are not built on hype.…
Church on Fire: Message & Messenger (Acts 2: 14-41)
What happens when an ordinary person suddenly finds their voice—and it changes everything? In this powerful message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we watch Peter go from denial to bold declaration, preaching the first Gospel sermon in Acts 2 that sparks a movement still changing lives today. Discover how the Holy Spirit brings clarity, conviction, and courage—and why the message of Jesus still demands a response from every one of us.
Church on Fire: When the Fire Fell (Acts 2:1-13)
In Acts 2, everything changes. A small group of believers—waiting, praying, and unsure of what comes next—suddenly experience the unstoppable शक्ति of God. Wind. Fire. Languages. And a movement is born that will change the world forever. But not everyone responds the same way. Some are amazed. Some are curious. Some… explain it away. And that raises the question for us today: What do you do when God moves? In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we explore…
Church on Fire: Waiting for Power (Acts 1:1-11)
In this opening message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., in our Witnesses: Stories from the Book of Acts series, we step into Acts 1 and discover a powerful truth: Jesus didn’t just finish His work… He began it. And that work continues through His people—even now. Before the Spirit falls in Acts 2, there’s a moment we don’t always talk about: waiting. Waiting for the promise. Waiting for power. Waiting on the kingdom. But this isn’t passive waiting. It’s…
Easter: We Wouldn’t Write it This Way
Easter: We Wouldn’t Write It This Way | Evidence, Doubt, and the Resurrection of Jesus Why does the Easter story include doubt, failure, and unlikely witnesses? Because it wasn’t made up. In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.,D., we explore how the messy, “embarrassing” details of the resurrection actually strengthen its credibility. From doubting disciples to the empty tomb, discover why the story of Jesus’ resurrection is more believable—not less—because of what it includes. If you’ve ever struggled…