The Church's Role in Strengthening Families

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The Church's Role in Strengthening Families

October 19, 2024 • Dr. Carlton C. McLeod • Hebrews 10:19–25

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In this sermon, Hebrews 10:19-25 reminds believers that the local church is essential for a healthy household. This message emphasizes that families rooted in the life of a faithful, gospel-centered church find spiritual strength, accountability, and encouragement through weekly gatherings. The sermon challenges the notion of “solo Christianity,” highlighting that God designed faith to be nurtured both individually and within a community.

Through corporate worship, prayer, fellowship, and teaching, families are reminded of God’s grace, equipped to live out their faith, and encouraged to support one another. The local church serves as a place for spiritual growth, a refuge for weary hearts, and a reminder of the eternal hope found in Christ. This message encourages families to make church participation a non-negotiable priority, ensuring that every member experiences the blessings of the Lord’s Day, which strengthens the entire household and reflects God’s vision for His people.

A Vision for a Godly Family

October 19, 2024 • Dr. Carlton C. McLeod • Proverbs 29:18

This sermon calls families to reclaim their homes by grounding every aspect of family life in Scripture. The message begins with Proverbs 29:18, urging the congregation to see the essential role of vision as defined by God’s Word. Here, a godly vision gives families direction, drives motivation, builds faith, and cultivates discipline. Listeners are encouraged to imagine households where each member—father, mother, and children—prioritizes Christ above all, loving God with their heart, soul, mind, and strength. Through vivid examples, the sermon paints a picture of a church that embodies godly family life: families worshiping together, discipling one another, and serving as lights of Christ in their community. Ultimately, this message offers renewed hope, reminding listeners that no matter their current family situation, God can bring healing and reformation through His Word. Families are invited to open their hearts, embrace God’s correction, and pursue this vision with a commitment to Scripture, trusting in God’s power to transform their homes for His glory.

The Good News

October 19, 2024 • Pastor Harry Profit • Psalm 78:1–8

This sermon, from Psalm 78:1-8, speaks to the heart of every believer’s responsibility to pass on the faith. We’re reminded here that living out and sharing the good news of Christ isn’t just for ourselves—it’s a legacy for those who come after us. Drawing from Asaph’s message to Israel, the sermon underscores three key points: proclaiming God’s mighty works, remembering His covenant, and learning from past generations’ mistakes. It’s a call to make sure our homes and churches are places where God’s Word is both taught and lived out daily. Instead of waiting for children and those around us to “catch on” to the faith, the message challenges us to intentionally weave Scripture into every part of life—not just Sunday morning. The good news is that God doesn’t leave us to do this alone. He promises His Spirit to strengthen us, guiding us in the truth even when we feel unprepared. As we look at past failures, both in the Bible and in life, this sermon encourages us to press forward, rooted in the hope that it’s never too late to pass on a legacy that reflects Christ. God’s mercy and faithfulness make every new day an opportunity to teach, disciple, and leave behind a faith that endures.

Building on the Rock!

October 19, 2024 • Dr. Carlton C. McLeod • Matthew 7:24–27

In this sermon, "Building on the Rock," the message from Matthew 7:24-27 urges believers to ground their lives and households in Christ and His Word. Here, Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders reminds us that life's storms are inevitable, but how we build our households will determine whether we stand firm or collapse under pressure. Building on the rock—Christ and Scripture—means aligning every aspect of family life with God’s truth rather than cultural norms, ensuring that our foundation is firm and enduring. The message presents seven principles for a biblically healthy household: making Christ central, letting His gospel drive family priorities, talking about Him daily, finding joy in His presence, heeding His warnings, participating actively in church, and viewing service as a reasonable act of worship. This Christ-centered vision applies regardless of family dynamics, whether traditional, single-parent, or blended. Each family can find hope and strength when the foundation is secure in Christ. The call is clear: examine what your household is truly built upon. If it’s not built on the rock, it’s time to realign, so that God’s strength sustains your family through every challenge. This sermon reminds us that while material things can look stable, only a life anchored in Jesus will truly stand.