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Be encouraged weekly by Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis in these messages full grace and hope. These teachings from God's word will edify and equip you to lead the abundant life God has planned for you. Visit https://trinitychurchsugarland.org for more.
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Is sin just a matter of perspective? 🤔 In our 'Heart of Change' series, we're tackling the tough topic of sin and freedom. Here's the truth: • Sin isn't relative - it's falling short of God's perfect standard • We ALL struggle with sin - it's not just about big, obvious wrongs • Sin separates us from God, the source of true life But there's hope! 🙌…
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Are you facing a trial today? Invite the Good Shepherd to walk with you through the valley. He can use even our toughest experiences to mold us into the image of Christ. 🙏 Today's sermon reminds us that challenges and suffering are part of life, but they don't diminish God's love for us. Like Joseph in the Bible, our trials can become stepping ston…
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🌱 Growing in Faith: Tools for Transformation 🛠️ In our 'Heart of Change' series, we're diving deep into discipleship. Remember, God has given us everything we need for life and godliness! (2 Peter 1:3) This week let's talk about four key practices to transform your spiritual life: 'Make every effort to add to your faith...' (2 Peter 1:5) Are you us…
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🌳 Are your roots deep enough to weather life's storms? In this week's sermon, we explored how to rethink discipleship for stronger faith: • Embrace the dynamic nature of your relationship with God • Be intentional about your spiritual growth • Cultivate community as the soil for deep formation Remember, there are no accidental saints. Let's be inte…
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🌟 Rethinking Discipleship: Transformation and Relationship In our fast-paced, information-rich world, are we truly becoming more like Christ? This week's sermon challenges us to reconsider discipleship: 1️⃣ Seek transformation, not just information 2️⃣ Embrace relational discipleship, like Jesus did 3️⃣ Move beyond hearing to doing Remember: A tree…
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"Is the church truly the church Jesus envisioned? In a world where trust in religious institutions is declining, it's time we ask ourselves: Are we building Jesus' church, or our own version of it? Jesus said, 'I will build my church,' but have we taken over the construction? This week's sermon challenges us to: • Rethink what 'church' really means…
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🙏 The Presence of God: More Than Beautiful Buildings 🏛️ We are reminded that while grand cathedrals and ornate temples can be awe-inspiring, true worship isn't about the structure—it's about the presence of God within us. "Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you?" - 1 Corinthians 3:16 Remember, YOU are the temp…
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Guest speaker, Roger Cloete, joins Trinity Church Sugar Land from Wales this week to explore the story of Zacchaeus, a person not well liked because of how he dealt with people. In true form, Jesus responds to Zacchaeus in a way set apart from the masses, and hospitality played a key role in His response. How did Jesus use hospitality to engage and…
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Our decisions shape our destiny. 🛣️ This week we are reminded that every choice we make sets us on a path - for better or worse. Like David and Absalom, our bad decisions can lead to destructive destinations, not just for us, but for those around us. But here's the good news: It's never too late to change course! 🌟 God offers us redemption through …
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"🙏 A Heart for God: More Than Words 🙏 Today we are reminded that even great figures like King David stumbled. But what set him apart? His heart for God. Are we truly seeking God's heart in all we do? Let's pray for a revival that starts within us – a humble spirit, open to correction, and wholly devoted to pleasing God. What area of your life do yo…
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Paul's letter to the Ephesians reminds us that we're not just individuals, but a community of believers called to stand strong together. We're equipped with God's armor - truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and His Word. Let us Remember: • Our real battle isn't against each other, but against spiritual forces • Unity and love are our str…
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Today we are challenged to examine our lives and ask: Do we look any different from the world around us? As followers of Christ, we're called to be set apart, to live differently. But how? Let's be the change we want to see and show the world what Christ-like love really looks like. To learn more about the Trinity Church family visit our website at…
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"Unity in Diversity: Strengthening the Body of Christ 🙏🤝 The "Mystery Revealed" sermon reminded us of the beautiful tapestry God weaves with our differences. Just as a puzzle needs each unique piece, the Church needs every one of us! Let's 1️⃣ Strive for unity with humility, gentleness, and patience 2️⃣ Celebrate our diversity as God's intentional …
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"🌟 A Mystery Revealed: We Are One in Christ 🌟 In a world divided by race, class, and culture, God has revealed an incredible mystery through the Apostle Paul: In Christ, there are no outsiders. We are all welcome in God's family! • God's grace is a free gift - we can't earn it, we simply receive it • The dividing walls between people have been brok…
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In a world divided by walls, both visible and invisible, it's easy to feel like an outsider. But in Christ, the walls come crashing down! 🙌 Ephesians 2 reminds us that through faith in Jesus, we are brought near to God and become part of His family - no matter our background, race, or status. By grace, we are saved and given the free gift of eterna…
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🙏 Y’all be in Christ! 🙌 In Ephesians 1, Paul reveals the incredible truth that through Jesus, we are adopted into God's family, blessed with every spiritual blessing, and given a new identity in Christ. 🕊️ No matter how messy or broken our lives may seem, God sees the value in us and redeems us through the blood of His Son. It is His good pleasure …
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In this thought-provoking sermon from Matthew 7:1-5 you will learn how judging others invites judgement upon ourselves. The call to "Judge not, lest ye be judged" teaches us to love others, not condemn them. Instead of judging, let's reflect on our own imperfections and extend grace, as God does for us. Our calling is to love our neighbor, even our…
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Forgiveness: The Key to Unlocking God's Kingdom on Earth 🔑🌍 In today's sermon, we learned that forgiveness is at the heart of the Christian faith. It's not just about mending relationships with others, but about restoring our relationship with God. 🙏 Jesus modeled the ultimate act of forgiveness on the cross, offering us redemption before we even s…
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Discover the transformative power of the Holy Spirit! 🔥✨ In this Pentecost Sunday sermon, we explore the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the life of every believer. Jesus emphasized the importance of the Spirit, promising to send an advocate to guide us into all truth and remind us of His teachings. When we are filled with the Holy Spirit, our liv…
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Join us for a powerful journey into "Words Matter: The Transformative Power of Words" Discover how your words are not just sounds but steering wheels that can change the course of your life and others'. Uncover the wisdom of James, the cautionary tales of King David, and the healing words of Christ. In this sermon, we challenge ourselves to use our…
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The series kicks off with the powerful parable of the two houses. We will examine the meaning of building our lives on a solid foundation – a foundation of faith in God's Word. This sermon will explore what it means to have faith that endures life's storms. We will discuss practices that strengthen our faith and equip us to face challenges with unw…
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Join us for a transformative sermon that journeys from the pain of the cross to the promise of redemption. 🕊️ "From Symbol of Suffering to Beacon of Hope: Embracing the Upside Down Kingdom" invites you to discover the profound message of love and sacrifice at the heart of Christ's teachings. 💖 Unveil the power of compassionate sacrifice in your lif…
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Explore the radical teachings of Jesus on servant leadership and dive deep into the transformative power of true generosity. Uncover the stark contrasts of Biblical giving and the life-changing wisdom of stewarding resources as God intended. This sermon will challenge you to reflect on your motives and align your life with the values of the kingdom…
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Join us for a transformative sermon, "Reimagining Leadership: The Quest for Greatness in the Upside-Down Kingdom," as we dive deep into the paradoxical concepts of power and servitude that redefine what true greatness means. Discover how servanthood emerges as the cornerstone of authentic leadership, challenging the societal norms and inviting us i…
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Dive into the transformative journey of the 'Upside Down Kingdom' with our latest sermon series. Discover how the radical teachings of Jesus challenge our worldly values and guide us towards true heavenly citizenship. Unpack the paradoxes of power, wealth, and peacemaking, and learn how to embody authentic discipleship in a world that often seems a…
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Join us this Easter as we delve into the profound significance of the resurrection of Christ and its ability to transform lives. In our latest sermon, "A Joyful Witness," we explore the message of hope and the challenge to live as true witnesses of Christ's victory over death. Discover the importance of authentic faith and the audacity it takes to …
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The Roman soldiers crucified Jesus with criminals in the place that is called The Skull . The soldiers spit on him, mocked him, cast lots for his clothes. Jesus who knew no sin. Was the gift of the cross given to people such as these? Injustice is still in the world today and the world has become disillusioned with the church and Christianity. Do y…
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Join us for our Palm Sunday sermon, "Our Journey to the Cross," where we explore the essence of spiritual surrender. Delve into the transformative power of humility and obedience as we walk alongside Christ from His humble entry into Jerusalem to the crucifixion. Discover the life-changing journey of 'dying to live' and how it shapes our faith and …
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Join us for a transformative sermon that delves deep into the heart of spiritual growth through the power of the Holy Spirit. 🕊️ Discover the impact of divine guidance, conviction, and the role of the Advocate in aligning our lives with God's will. Be inspired by the potential for global change through individual and communal responsiveness to the …
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This week’s sermon explores the art of spiritual growth through the lens of Jesus's vine and branches metaphor in John chapter 15. 🌿 Join us as we uncover the paradox of 'dying to live' and learn how pruning in our lives can lead to a more vibrant and fruitful faith. Discover the essence of abiding in Jesus and how embracing life's trimmings can sh…
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Dive into a profound exploration of humility and love with our latest sermon, "Following the Humility of Christ: Lessons in Love and Service from Jesus' Foot Washing." Unpack the powerful message of Jesus' example of servitude in John 13 and reflect on how to cultivate a life of selfless service. Join us in redefining what it means to love and serv…
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Join us for a profound sermon on "Dying to Live: The Journey of Letting Go During Lent." Dive into the essence of Lent as we explore the themes of spiritual renewal, sacrifice, and the transformative power of surrender. What does it truly mean to let go for growth and righteousness? Find out how the simple act of relinquishing control can lead to e…
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Join us for a transformative sermon, "Keeping an Eternal Perspective." Dive deep into the narrative of Jesus' Transfiguration and its profound message for our lives. Reflect on the divine call to embrace our spiritual metamorphosis and anticipate the splendor that awaits us as followers of Christ. Discover how this radiant summit encounter bridges …
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Join us for our Cornerstone Sunday sermon titled "Enlarging the House” which focuses on embracing expansion and unity of purpose in 2024. Discover how the biblical cornerstone symbolizes our united efforts in faith and how we can together work to enlarge our spiritual tents. We'll explore the inspiring message of Isaiah 54, focusing on hope, growth…
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Sermon message – January 28, 2024 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Renewed Worship Romans 12:1-2 Series: Re-New Dive deep into a transformative journey with our latest sermon, "Embracing a New Identity in Christ: Redefining Worship as a Living Sacrifice." Explore what it truly means to worship in spirit and truth, to live as a new creation, and t…
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Sermon message – January 21, 2024 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Renewed Priorities Romans 12:1-2 Series: Re-New 🌱 Dive deep into the transformative journey of faith with sermon#3 in a four-part series called "Re New" with Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis. Embrace transformation through Romans 12:1-2. Discover how our thoughts influence our priorities…
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Sermon message – January 14, 2024 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Renewed Thinking Romans 12:1-2 Series: Re-New 🌱 Dive deep into the transformative journey of faith with our latest sermon, "Renewing the Mind: Embracing Transformation Through Romans 12." Uncover the powerful connection between our thought patterns, our behavior, and our spiritual…
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Sermon message – January 7, 2024 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: A Renewed Commitment Romans 12:1-2 Series: Re-New 🌱 Dive deep into spiritual growth with our latest sermon, "A Renewed Commitment”. Uncover the transformative power of setting life-impacting intentions and the profound journey of surrender to God’s divine will. Learn how the acts o…
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Sermon message – December 31, 2023 Rev. Dr. Steven Harvey Message: 1,2,3... Who Are We? 1 Peter 2:4-10 It's a new year. It's a time of reflection. What have you done this last year? What is really important? Have you found yourself asking 'Who am I? and/or Why am I here?' If you know Jesus as your Lord, you are now part of the people of God. Now yo…
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Sermon message – December 24, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Restoring The Gift Of Christmas Isaiah 9:2-7 What is the Christmas story? Is it fiction or something that happened so long ago that it's unimportant, or secondary, compared to presents, get togethers, and dinner plans? This is a story of love and sacrifice; a saga that fixes the …
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Sermon message – December 17, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: People Of The Advent Hope Isaiah 61:1-4 How do you find hope in the darkness? How do we go through our daily lives continuing in hope? Jesus has come, now what? Listen this week as Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis encourages us with the truth of the scriptures. To learn more about the T…
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Sermon message – December 10, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Preparing The Way For The Lord Isaiah 40:1-11 What does Isaiah mean when he says, "Make straight a way in the desert"? It was a new time. John the Baptist was doing a new thing, a very important key that would point people to their need for a savior who was coming. Today, we too,…
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Sermon message – December 3, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Our Hope is God Incarnate Isaiah 64:1-9 Have you ever cried out for help? Have you ever needed someone to advocate for you? Maybe you look for someone who is strong, capable, and trustworthy; maybe even someone powerful and intimidating. When we were children, that might have been…
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Sermon message – November 26, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Lets Talk About The Shepherd Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 Don't be sad, anxious, or unhappy. Rejoice. No matter what we are faced with, our true shepherd King comes to us. Listen this week and be encouraged as Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis teaches about the role of the shepherd. To learn …
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Sermon message – November 19, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Be The One That Turns Back Luke 17:11-19 How much do we appreciate what we have been given? Do we feel entitled? Do we somehow feel like we deserve certain things? Many of us live in a consumeristic world. How might that affect our gratitude? This week is the story of the 10 lepe…
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Sermon message – November 12, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Encourage One Another In Christ 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Have you ever been discouraged? Does evil seem to prosper? Yet, who has the key to death and Hades? Who died and rose again from the dead? This is something! Listen this week and be encouraged as Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis te…
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Sermon message – November 5, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Living A Life Worthy Of God 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12 In a continuation of the concept "What treasure are you storing", Pastor Ralph asks the question "What will people say at your funeral?" Are you storing up a resume of accomplishments? If so, what is the alternative? Listen this w…
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Sermon message – October 29, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Oh To Know Him More Matthew 22: 41-46 Jesus asked the Pharisees, "What do you think of the Messiah, whose son is he?" What is your perception? How do we understand this person? If you are a Christian, who are you representing? Listen this week and be encouraged as Rev. Dr. Ralph d…
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Sermon message – October 22, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Generosity Changes Lives 2 2 Corinthians 9:10-12 How do we fit in a culture of consumerism? Do our financial decisions line up with Scripture? Each decision we make is an opportunity to serve God. Is God first? Are we storing up treasures of this world, or treasures of heaven? Lis…
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Sermon message – October 15, 2023 Rev. Dr. Ralph du Plessis Message: Generosity Changes Lives 2 Corinthians 9:10-12 What lives does generosity change? Is it about the giving or is it about the receiving? Everything we have comes from God, so how is our giving related to our relationship with God? Listen this week and be encouraged as Rev. Dr. Ralph…
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