Sermons by Gordon Dabbs (Page 4)
He’s Coming Back
From the first sunrise in Eden to the promise of a new creation, God’s story has always been moving toward one final chapter — the return of Jesus Christ. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., walks through the grand story of redemption — from creation, to the cross, to the second coming — reminding us that every sunrise, every heartbeat, and every act of faith brings us one day closer to the moment when the King comes again.…
Jonah: A Heart Like His
In the final chapter of Jonah, God holds up an unfiltered photo of a prophet’s heart—and ours. Why does Jonah get furious when God shows mercy? What happens when grace lands on them instead of us? In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., “A Heart Like His,” we discover how God uses uncomfortable moments and unexpected grace to reshape our hearts to look more like His. If you’ve ever struggled to love difficult people (and who hasn’t?), this…
Jonah: A Second Chance
Jonah 3.4 (NLT) On the day Jonah entered the city, he shouted to the crowds: “Forty days from now Nineveh will be destroyed!” Back in chapter 2, Jonah cried out to God from the belly of a fish. God heard. God rescued. God put Jonah back on task. God doesn’t just save us from something; he saves us for something. A purpose. Jonah 3.1-2 (NIV) Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time: “Go to the…
Jonah: Salvation Belongs to the Lord
When Jonah ran from God, he ended up in the strangest place imaginable—a fish’s belly. But even there, God was listening. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Jonah 2 with humor, real-life stories, and Gospel truth. From an Uber “God wink” in Rio to a cruise ship captain who said, “This ship was built with this storm in mind,” you’ll be reminded that no matter how deep the waters or how dark the storm—the boat is better.…
Jonah: Runaway Prophet
Ever felt like running the other way when God asked you to do something hard? Jonah did—big time. Instead of heading to Nineveh, he booked a one-way ticket to Tarshish. But you can’t outrun God. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Jonah’s story—the reluctant prophet, the raging storm, and the relentless love of God that pursues both Jonah and Nineveh. Along the way, we’ll wrestle with the tough question: Who are the “Ninevites” in your life? The…
True Wealth
Money. Worry. Greed. Family fights over inheritance. Sound familiar? Jesus told a story 2,000 years ago that still lands like a punch in the gut today. In this message, Gordon Dabbs unpacks the Parable of the Rich Fool and shows why our value isn’t tied to our valuables—and why barns and bank accounts can’t buy eternal life. Instead of chasing temporary treasure, Jesus calls us to be rich toward God. 📖 Scripture: Luke 12:13–21, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Timothy 6:17–19 About…
Have Mercy
Two men walk into the temple to pray—one a religious superstar, the other a despised tax collector. Only one leaves right with God. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, showing us why grace always flows downhill—toward the humble, the broken, and the desperate. If you’ve ever felt unqualified, underqualified, or too much of a mess for God, this sermon is for you. Because the good news of the…
When Grace Doesn’t Add Up
Outlook is such a powerful thing. The lens through which we see our world leads us toward gratefulness and wonder… or grumbling and worry. Through parables, Jesus keeps pressing us: Are you seeing with your eyes, or are you seeing with kingdom eyes? Mark 8.18 (NLT) “You have eyes — can’t you see? You have ears — can’t you hear?” Jesus tells a story in Matthew 20 about workers in a vineyard. Some worked all day, some for an hour,…
God’s Big Heart
Ever felt too far gone for God’s love—or maybe too “good” to need it? In one of Jesus’ most famous parables, the Prodigal Son, we discover that both the wild rebel and the rule-following brother are lost in their own ways. But the Father’s heart? Bigger than both. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Luke 15 with humor, honesty, and hope. You’ll see how God’s grace outruns guilt, why rebellion wears different clothes, and how every believer…
Rags to Riches
What would make you sell everything you own—your house, your car, even your prized possessions—without hesitation? In Matthew 13, Jesus tells two short but powerful stories: a hidden treasure and a priceless pearl. Both reveal one truth—there’s nothing that compares to the treasure found in Him. In this message, Preaching Minister, Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., explores why the Kingdom of Heaven is worth everything, how to safeguard your faith, and why even “good things” can become dangerous substitutes for grace. About…
The Dirt on Discipleship
Why do some hearts grow in faith while others never take root? In this powerful kickoff to our Kingdom Stories series, we dig into Jesus’ Parable of the Sower—one of his most iconic teachings. Spoiler alert: it’s not about gardening… it’s about your heart. Is your faith withering in the heat? Getting choked by life’s distractions? Or ready to bear some serious fruit? Join Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., as he unpacks the soil conditions of the soul—with humor, honesty,…
Name, Image, and Likeness
In the world of college sports, N.I.L. is all about athletes finally profiting from their Name, Image, and Likeness. But what if discipleship was the ultimate N.I.L. deal? In this powerful and grace-filled message from John 4, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., walks us through Jesus’ radical encounter with the woman at the well—a Samaritan outsider with a messy past—revealing a love that breaks barriers and reshapes lives. Discover how you were created to carry God’s Name, reflect His Image,…