Sermons on God
I AM: Light of the World
What happens when light meets shame? In this message by Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., from John 8, Jesus steps into a moment of public accusation, quiet desperation, and religious hypocrisy—and declares, “I am the light of the world.” If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your way, lost your voice, or lost a sense of who you really are, this message is for you. Light doesn’t wait at the finish line—it meets us at the starting line. 👉 Watch…
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…
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…
Two Sides to Every Story
In this message, Young Adults Minister Dr. Jacob Hawk challenges us to see that there are always two sides to every story using the parable of the weeds and wheat. About the series. . . The parables of Jesus aren’t just quaint tales—they’re divine disruptions. These simple stories carry deep truth, pulling back the curtain on the heart of God, the values of His Kingdom, and what it means to live in step with Him. In Kingdom Stories, a new…
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…
Faith Walk
What if faith isn’t about pretending everything’s fine—but about seeing what’s truly real? In this message, we dive into the powerful truth of the story of Peter walking on water from Matthew 14. We learn that faith is the lens through which we glimpse God’s presence, His promises, and our purpose. When life feels chaotic and uncertain, faith doesn’t eliminate the storm—it helps us walk through it. In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we uncover some powerful…
The Savior’s Standard for Forgiveness
How many times should I forgive someone? Peter asked that question—and Jesus gave a shocking answer. In this message by Young Adults Minister Dr. Jacob Hawk, “The Savior’s Standard,” we dive into Matthew 18:21-35 to explore the radical, relentless nature of Christlike forgiveness. Through the parable of the unforgiving servant, Jesus confronts our scorekeeping hearts and calls us to extend the same mercy we’ve received. This isn’t about cheap grace—it’s about living in the freedom of a forgiven life. If…
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