Misc Sermons - Community Alliance Church

Freed From Guilt and Shame

September 1, 2024 • Rev. Andy Davis • Romans 8:1–2, Psalm 32:1–5, Matthew 26:26–29, John 8:36

Baptism moves our attention to the meaning of spiritual life. One of the wonderful benefits received from Jesus through the forgiveness He offers is freedom from guilt and shame. This freedom changes the way we live day in and day out with Jesus.

Handling Disagreements in the Church

March 10, 2024 • Rev. Andy Davis • Romans 14:1–12, Romans 14:16–19, Colossians 3:12–15, 1 Corinthians 10:29–33

How do we treat others who disagree with us? Paul teaches us how life in the church is supposed to work and gives practical advice on how-to live-in peace.

It is Good to Give Thanks

November 19, 2023 • Rev. Andy Davis • Psalm 92:1–4, James 1:16–17, Psalm 73:28

An important Christian life principle is that giving thanks to God benefits us in ways that are good. Being thankful affects much more than our prayer life.

Becoming Spiritually Alive

August 27, 2023 • Rev. Andy Davis • Colossians 2:11–14

When someone decides to get baptized, they are making two significant life commitments.

The Lord's Supper: Our View vs Catholic View

May 7, 2023 • Rev. Andy Davis • Luke 22:14–23, 1 Corinthians 11:23–34, John 6

Are we supposed to take Jesus's words, "this is my body" and "this is my blood" literally or metaphorically? The answer to this question produces divergent views on the Lord's Supper.

Give Thanks for God's Lovingkindness

November 20, 2022 • Rev. Andy Davis • Psalm 107:4–9

Most disciples know they should be thankful toward God. What isn't so well known is how to actually go about being more thankful. Psalm 107 provides the motivation behind our attitude of thankfulness.

Why the Church Baptizes

October 23, 2022 • Rev. Andy Davis • Matthew 28:19, John 1:33, Matthew 3:13–15, John 3:22–24, Acts 2:37–40

The church has practiced water baptism since its earliest days, but why? Here are six reasons.