Stephen Brown's Podcast

God does speak to His church, but are we listening?The Bible is not provided for consideration, debate, or argument; it is the Word of God. In John 5, Jesus says, "Whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life."In this message, I pray that we will each understand what it means to "hear and believe" and commit ourselves to His truth.Open your Bible to John 5, and let's dig deeper!

God speaks to His church!Do you hear what He is saying?Are you doing what He is saying?Instead of wishing, we can walk in the confidence of the truth of God.How do we hear?  Open your Bible to John 8, and let's dig deeper!

The church in Sardis was busy! Jesus said they had a reputation (a widespread belief) for being alive, but they were dead!Think about this: The Head of the church told the church they were spiritually dead and ineffective for the kingdom of God! What do you do with that?"He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches."Open your Bible to Revelation 3, and let's dig deeper!

The church in Thyatira grew in its love for Jesus and faithfulness.What could possibly go wrong?They turned their heads of responsibility and allowed sexual immorality and idol worship!Jesus clearly described what must occur and directed His message to each of us today.Will you listen to the Lord?Open your Bible to Revelation 2, and let's dig deeper.

The Church in Pergamum was faithful, but they compromised.  Jesus assured them that just as His words could bring salvation, they could also bring judgment.What must they do? Jesus said they must repent, or He would war against them!What is God saying to His church today?What is He saying to you?Open your Bible to Revelation 2, and let's dig deeper.

Since the church in Smyrna did nothing wrong, you might expect that everything was good.That was not the case!  What can we learn from this church?He who has an ear let him hear.Now, open your Bible to Revelation 2:8-11, and let's dig deeper.

The church in Ephesus was busy doing the work of Jesus in the name of Jesus.They persevered through difficulties.They appeared to be the model church.Jesus, however, saw something different.  As we study Revelation 2, we must take a personal inventory of our relationship with Christ.  Open your Bible, and let's dig deeper!

John experienced the exalted Christ and was tasked with writing down what he saw. As we study John's description in Revelation 1:9-20, do you know and worship the same Jesus?Jesus is God Almighty!He has ALL the power and authority of Heaven to lead His church.He is worthy of our worship and praise!Open your Bible to Revelation 1, and let's dig deeper.

Jesus, the Head of the church.We have a new perspective when we recognize the investment made for the church by Jesus Christ;He lived for the church, died for the church, and He conquered death for the church.Knowing this, the Church becomes less about our desires and more about God's will.Open your Bible to Revelation 1, and let's dig deeper!

The church was born, persecuted, and scattered - yet it continued growing!How does God build His church?In this sermon, we study the example of Philip and his obedience to the Lord.Open your Bibles, and let's dig deeper!

The church was scattered out of their communities, and the CONGREGATION preached Christ everywhere they went!WOW!Church, we are scattered every day. School, places of business, hobbies, vacation, and sporting events. Are we as faithful as the first church to preach Christ everywhere we go?  Open your Bible to Acts 8, and let's dig deeper.

Why is today's church so different than the first church?Yes, it is a different time and place.But, we also have the same salvation, Spirit,  and Lord.What is your responsibility?Open your Bible to Acts 2, and let's dig deeper!

Who do YOU say Jesus is?How do YOU respond to the revelation of truth?The Lord is the Foundation, Head, and Authority of His church.The Lord builds His church.What is required of us? Open your Bible, and let's dig deeper!

David and Goliath.In his younger years, he chased down lions and bears, retrieved his lambs, grabbed the beasts by the beard, and killed them.  This youth told the king Goliath would be just like the lion or bear!Why did David have that confidence?What will the Lord teach us as we study a familiar passage in a fresh light?Open your Bible to 1 Samuel 17, and let's dig deeper.

Eli was a terrible parent who did not discipline his sons, but we see his example of discipleship.Hannah cried out to God in her despair, and we see her example of commitment.Samuel was a boy serving in the temple, and we see how to respond to God.Open your Bible to 1 Samuel 3, and let's dig deeper!

He was born in human likeness but maintained the nature of God.He lived a sinless life and willingly died for our sins.He was buried in a guarded tomb.But three days later, everything changed!Jesus is not just alive - HE HAS RISEN!

In John 6, Jesus teaches the crowd and disciples about salvation.  Understanding the cost of following Jesus, many DISCIPLES turned back, never to walk with Jesus again!Do you know the cost?Open your Bible to John 6, and let's dig deeper.

We celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, but what makes it significant today?The birth of the Messiah changed the world!  We probably know the account, but have you experienced the reality of His birth?  Join me as we journey from the manger to the cross.Now, open your Bible, and let's dig deeper!

We probably do not spend a lot of time studying the book of Zephaniah, but there is one verse you MUST hear!  Allow God to minister to your spirit through His word.Note: I divided Powerful Passages 5 into three bite-sized parts, so don't miss any!Now, let's dig deeper.

We probably do not spend a lot of time studying the book of Zephaniah, but there is one verse you MUST hear!  Allow God to minister to your spirit through His word.Note: I divided Powerful Passages 5 into three bite-sized parts, so don't miss any!Now, let's dig deeper.