Tripping Hazards
Is Jesus Really the Only way to God and Heaven?
June 18, 2023 • Robert Pedroza
In this message, Robert talks through the Tripping Hazard of Jesus being the only way to God and Heaven. The only person who can reconcile us with God is God Himself, and that is Jesus, God in flesh. Jesus came to bring us back to communion with God. Every other religion teaches that we have to work our way up the "ladder" to reach God, but Jesus climbed down and met us where we were at. We hope you enjoy this episode.
Can I Really Trust the Bible?
June 11, 2023 • Pete Goodman
The sermon discusses the validity and trustworthiness of the Bible despite modern skepticism. Pete addresses concerns about the accuracy and historicity of the Bible through examining the Bible's transmission process and the criteria used to determine which books should be included in the canon. He also highlights the extensive source material available to scholars that allows them to correct any inconsistencies and demonstrates the Bible's historical reliability. Pete emphasizes that Christians should trust in the Bible's validity, not just engage in intellectual debates about it, but actively live out its teachings and let its message transform their lives.
Why Am I Not Seeing Actual Change in My Life?
June 4, 2023 • Brandon Grant
In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Grant discussed why Christians sometimes struggle to see actual change in their lives and provided scriptural truths that can lead to true transformation. He states that Christians overpromise and underdeliver on the promise of life change through Christ. He explains that life change typically happens throughout the rest of one's life- the process of sanctification, which is becoming more like Jesus. God designed change to happen through partnerships. Hence, he offers four change mechanisms or catalysts that need to be embraced to experience genuine change and transformation such as receiving and submitting to the Holy Spirit in one's life, taking thoughts and thinking patterns captive, rearranging relationships and environments, and practicing holy habits habitually. He encourages Christians to rely on God and do the hard work worth it to experience actual life change and transformation daily.
Has Christianity Actually Been Good for Women?
May 21, 2023 • Brandon Grant
In this sermon, Brandon discusses whether Christianity has been good for women. He ultimately concludes that Christianity has been a catalyst for positive change and empowerment for women, despite incidences of oppression and abuse in the Church over the last 2,000 years. We explore three specific categories, Creation, Christ and The Church, to support this conclusion and note that Christianity has transformed the cultural landscape and sentiments towards women. Through the teachings and actions of Jesus, Christianity has challenged traditional gender roles and expectations, leading to positive change within the Church and beyond. The Church of Jesus Christ has elevated the status and dignity of women, encouraged their leadership and participation, and championed their education and literacy.
Why Are Christians Hypocritical?
May 7, 2023 • Brandon Grant
In this message Brandon, explores the issue of hypocrisy among Christians, using personal stories and examples of hypocrisy. He acknowledges that Christians, like non-Christians, often fall short of their ideals, but emphasizes that Christians are forgiven people, not perfect people. He addresses the question of why Christians condemn certain sins over others, pointing out that all sins are serious and require repentance and forgiveness, but may have varying consequences. Finally, he emphasizes the importance of judging others in the context of a relationship and seeking reconciliation.
