Homegrown Sermons Preached by the Harvest Buffalo Family
Easter at Harvest
March 31, 2024 • Ricky Beck • Luke 15
Celebrate Easter and the glorious gospel message as Pastor Ricky preaches from Luke 15 about the Prodigal Son.
Erik Messerschmidt: Eternal Life
December 31, 2023 • Erik Messerschmidt • 1 John 5:1–5
From 1 John 5:1-5, Erik Messerschmidt shares how we can have assurance of eternal life.
Erik Messerschmidt: A Godly Prayer Life
July 9, 2023 • Erik Messerschmidt • Matthew 7:7–11
Matthew 7:7-11 presents a promising picture of praying to God, but a confusing one when you feel your prayers have not been answered. Erik Messerschmidt preaches once again to unpack what Jesus was saying regarding the essentials for a godly prayer life.
Eric Almeter: Philippians 4:4-7
July 2, 2023 • Eric Almeter • Philippians 4:4–7
As a member of Harvest Buffalo, Eric and Emily Almeter have served in many capacities. Now adding preaching to that list, Eric shares 3 ways remarkable peace can be obtained through Christ.
Brian Graf: Hebrews 12:1-2
June 11, 2023 • Brian Graf • Hebrews 12:1–2
For our first Summer Sunday in Chestnut Ridge Park, Brian Graf delivers the message on Hebrews 12:1-2. Faith touches every aspect of our life: from the words we speak to our loved ones to the decisions we make regarding our jobs. Brian helps us learn from this passage 4 encouragements that help us pursue a life of faith.
Bringing a timely and practical message on stewardship is Jeremiah Brinkman. Jeremiah and his family are dear members at Harvest and he also serves as leader for the SEND Network's Church Planting in the state of New York. Have your Bibles ready and listen to learn how to let go of what belongs to God yet steward what he has given you.
Erik Messerschmidt: What Christ Has Given
January 8, 2023 • Erik Messerschmidt • Colossians 2:11–15
Do you ever feel like setting aside your walk with Christ, even just for a moment? Just to take a break? Erik Messerschmidt helps us dive into Colossians 2:11-15 to help us realize our consistent and never-fading motivation for walking with Christ--seeing what Christ has given us! So listen to discover the 3 primary ways Christ has blessed us with gifts that propel your spirit toward God-honoring living.
Jared Hojnacki: Sabbath
November 27, 2022 • Jared Hojnacki • Mark 2:23–28
Another treat around Thanksgiving, we get to hear from one of our very own, Jared Hojnacki! A part of the preaching cohort from this past spring, Jared shares a word of instruction and encouragement around Sabbath Rest. Jesus displayed a repeated use of the Sabbath for intimate time with the Father and recovery for future ministry. So how should we use our Sabbath? Or are you even taking the rest God wants for you? Listen to this Mark 2 message coming from the Harvest Buffalo office to explore more about Jesus' model of rest.
Ed Habicht: Prayer
September 4, 2022 • Ed Habicht • Colossians 1:9–12
We are told to pray, but often are not told how we can pray. Is it just like a normal conversation, but with the God of the universe? How do I address the God of the universe? What motivates me to pray to our Father in heaven? Questions like these are answered by our dear brother in Christ, Ed Habicht. An elder, Small Group Leader, and Welcome Team member at Harvest Buffalo, Ed is a faithful servant who loves to explore God's Word and deliver it to others. Join him as he helps us grow in our understanding of prayer through the words of Colossians 1:9-12.
Erik Messerschmidt: In the Face of Disaster
July 10, 2022 • Erik Messerschmidt • Isaiah 8:11–15
Transporting us back to ancient Israel, Erik Messerschmidt from the Summer Preaching Cohort is presenting our message this week. Erik and his wife Emily have been serving along with many others on the core team since the early days of Harvest Buffalo. Listen to hear how Israel's shortcomings point us to 3 ways we should live in the fear of the Lord rather than fear of disaster.
Matthew Hill: Living for Christ
July 3, 2022 • Matthew Hill • Acts 20:22–24
Unpacking the Scriptures for us today is Matt Hill, a student ministry leader at Harvest Bible Chapel Buffalo. Matt and his wife Melissa have served in many ways at Harvest. He now presents a special message from Acts 20 where we hear some incredible words from the Apostle Paul about living for Christ.
Church in the Park: Josh Baun
May 29, 2022 • Josh Baun • Joshua 1:6–9
Harvest Buffalo's very own Josh Baun presents God's Word to us at Church in the Park! All gathered in a pavilion in Chestnut Ridge Park, we hear what God has taught Josh about living a strong and courageous life.
This one is relevant to everyday, because fear from within and discouragement from others both threaten to undermine your courage in the Lord. So, your first step towards a courageous and strong life is to get your bible out and turn to Joshua 1. From there, listen eagerly to Josh as he preaches from God's Word.
Abiding in Christ
December 29, 2019 • Brian Graf • John 15
Want to know the recipe for a transformed heart and mind? Jesus gave us the answer. Experience increasing delight and joy when you apply this one command that Jesus said would give you life.
