Sermon, Bible Study, and Grace School of Ministry training course audio recordings from Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church of Greenville, PA. (If an individual episode is part of an ongoing series, the series name will be identified first in the title followed by a colon and then the episode name.)
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What does it mean to be "Filled with the Holy Spirit" and how can I obey this command? Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 5:1-21 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children. 2 And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma. 3 But fornication and all uncleanness or …
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How do you know God's will in areas where the Bible does not specifically speak: Smartphone use, social media, and other modern realities? God has given us guidance in His Word! Sermons Archive RSS Circumspectly- attentive to all circumstances of a case or the probable consequences of an action; prudent, careful. Ephesians 5:10 “Test and prove what…
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What does it mean to "Walk as a Child of Light"? What does it mean that we are light and were once darkness. Bold and amazing words from the Word of God!! Sermons Archive RSS 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 But concerning the times and the seasons, brethren, you have no need that I should write to you. 2 For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the…
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Can a Christian be saved and defiantly practice sin? They better beware that they may not be saved, just deceived. Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 1:6 to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He graciously bestowed on us in the Beloved. Romans 1:18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, …
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Sermons Archive RSSBy Dan Jaussen
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Covetousness, Contentment, Thanksgiving... it is always a struggle to maintain our hearts, especially in such a consumer culture. But God speaks to us even today... clearly about this sin He calls "Idolatry" and gives us guidance to a life of grateful contentment. Sermons Archive RSS Colossians 1:28 Him we proclaim, admonishing every man and teachi…
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Christians are called "Saints"... What does that imply and what should "Not even be named" among them? Sermons Archive RSS Matthew 5:27-28 You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 1 Corinth…
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We are called to "Walk in Love" and given Jesus as an example as One who "loved" us and "gave Himself for us". How do we follow that model? Sermons Archive RSS Romans 13:9b and if there is any other commandment, are all summed up in this saying, namely, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Galatians 5:6 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcisi…
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Ephesians tells us to imitate God... wow that's quite a command!! Specifically to walk in Love as His beloved children. What does that look like? Sermons Archive RSS 1 John 4:16 And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him. Romans 13:8 Owe no one anything except to…
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How do we "forgive as God in Christ forgave us" as the Bible commands? What are the dangers of not forgiving and the blessings of forgiving? Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 4:30 (Legacy) Instead, be kind to one another, tender-hearted, graciously forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has graciously forgiven you. Nehemiah 9:17 They refused …
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God has huge plans for His people and is preparing them for those plans... we are His special project. We will be the holy ones who will live in and reign over the New Heavens and the New Earth... an creation itself can't wait! Sermons Archive RSS Revelation 21:1-8 Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had…
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God commands us in Ephesians to Not Grieve the Holy Spirit. What does this mean, what are the dangerous consequences and how can we avoid this sin? Sermons Archive RSS Romans 6:6 knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin. Romans 6:4 Therefore we wer…
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Who is the Holy Spirit? Is He a Person? Do I have the Holy Spirit? What does He do in the Church and the Individual Christian? These questions will be addressed in this message. Sermons Archive RSS John 15:26 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me…
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There is a Wonder, an Awe, a Glory of the Lord's Table. This message will open up some of that Wonder. Sermons Archive RSS 1 Corinthians 10:14-22 Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. 15 I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say. 16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread whic…
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Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 4:25 - 32 Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another. 26 “Be angry, and do not sin”: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. 28 Let him who stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working with his hands…
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Sermons Archive RSS Romans 6:1-14 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? 2 Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? 3 Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? 4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that j…
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Well the titles asks the question and the message answers it! Sermons Archive RSS Acts 20:32-35 So now, brethren, I commend you to God and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified. 33 I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or apparel. 34 Yes, you yourselves know that thes…
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Sermons Archive RSS Romans 12 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect …
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Today's society is sinking in depression, anxiety and hopelessness. But God has given us a great hope in His Son...and evidence for that hope "beyond a reasonable doubt"!! Sermons Archive RSS Luke 24 Now on the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they, and certain other women with them, came to the tomb bringing the spices which they …
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Paul teaches sanctification from a specific foundation of "union with Christ" and then moves to practical application. This sermon follows Paul as he applies this foundation to the sin of anger. Sermons Archive RSS Psalm 4 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer. 2 Ho…
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Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 4:25 Therefore, putting away lying, “Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor,” for we are members of one another. Romans 2:2 But we know that the judgment of God is according to truth against those who practice such things. Zechariah 8:16-17 ‘These are the things you shall do: Speak each man the truth to his …
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Sermons Archive RSSBy Scott Graubard
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In Ephesians Paul abruptly introduces the "old man" and the "new man". What is the background to such terminology? This sermon looks at his fuller teaching on this important subject in Romans 6 and examines how vital this is to understanding sanctification. Sermons Archive RSS Galatians 4:4-7 But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent for…
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We are called to have our minds renewed: how does this work, what can hinder this important process, and what can be its glorious result? Sermons Archive RSS 1 Corinthians 1:18 - 31 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the …
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How do we approach sanctification: like Pharisees or like Paul? How does the inauguration of a "New Humanity" highly motivate the pursuit of holiness; that is the topic this week. Sermons Archive RSS Romans 6 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? 2 Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? …
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God calls us to walk worthy of our calling. That involves some steps and the first one is to put off the “old man” or the old humanity. Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 4:1-24 I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing wi…
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The Body of Christ is a powerful, dynamic, living body made up of many functioning members. What is your role? What part do you play? What are your gifts? How do you discover your gifts and role? Sermons Archive RSS Synergy - the interaction of two or more agents or forces so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual ef…
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Christ as Head of the Church invites us to experience Himself through His Body the Church. This sermon explores how that works in and through our lives. Sermons Archive RSS Colossians 2 For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh, 2 that their hearts may be…
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What is the "goal" of the church supposed to be and how can we get there? What is my individual part? These are questions the Scriptures answer for us all! Sermons Archive RSS 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 For as the body is one and has many members, but all the members of that one body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ. 13 For by one Spirit we…
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Unity is great but Oneness is better! God calls us to Oneness. Sermons Archive RSS 1 Corinthians 12 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: 2 You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jes…
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What has Jesus been focusing on since His ascension? Sermons Archive RSS Acts 1:21-22 “Therefore, of these men who have accompanied us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, beginning from the baptism of John to that day when He was taken up from us, one of these must become a witness with us of His resurrection.” 2 Corinthians …
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Sermons Archive RSS Psalm 63 O God, You are my God; Early will I seek You; My soul thirsts for You; My flesh longs for You In a dry and thirsty land Where there is no water. 2 So I have looked for You in the sanctuary, To see Your power and Your glory. 3 Because Your lovingkindness is better than life, My lips shall praise You. 4 Thus I will bless …
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CS Lewis wrote: "Christianity is the story of how the rightful king has landed, you might say landed in disguise"...yes you certainly might say that and much more!!! Sermons Archive RSS Matthew 1:18-25 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of …
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A baby in a hay rack, angels filling the skies, a very young virgin who's baby is called The Son of the Most High God, wise men looking for a Messiah/King...what is going on here and what is behind all of this? Sermons Archive RSS Hebrews 1:1-3 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in t…
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There is rich and deep meaning in the Church being described as the Body of Christ… implications for now and for the consummation of time! It is both a privilege and a responsibility to be a part of it. Sermons Archive RSS Matthew 12:32 Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man, it will be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spi…
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Today there is much loss of hope, much despair and even depression at the world scene. God reveals in His Word a wonderful account of a better world coming...and it's True?? Listen and have hope!! Sermons Archive RSS Rev. 7:9 After these things I looked, and behold, a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and t…
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The church’s unity is vitally important: because of what it is based on (who we are) and what it points to… a restored heavens and earth dwelling in harmony. Sermons Archive RSS Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 1 Peter 5:5-6 Likewise you you…
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We live in an age of “Identity”… individual identity, identity politics… and surprisingly the Bible has something to say about this. And what it talks about is a magnificent identity compared to the paltry identities offered today. Sermons Archive RSS 1 Corinthians 1:9 God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus C…
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Sermons Archive RSSBy Dan Jaussen
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Sermons Archive RSSBy Scott Graubard
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What is God’s Magnum Opus (great work, greatest achievement)? This message looks at one of the central themes of the book of Ephesians. Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 3:20 - 4:16 Romans 12:2 Sermon Discussion Questions: What is God’s Magnum Opus? What is not meant when the Bible refers to the church? What is meant by the church in Ephesians? What ap…
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The title to this sermon expresses the magnitude of this topic and the glory that this can be our experience! Sermons Archive RSS John 1:16-17 And of His fullness we have all received, and grace for grace. 17For the law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. John 4:14 but whoever drinks of the water that I shall giv…
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How do you know something that surpasses knowledge… like the love of Christ? You pray to God for enablement as Paul does in Ephesians 3. And the answer can be overwhelmingly glorious! Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 3 John 14:23 Revelation 3:20 John 14:21 John 17:24 Sermon Discussion Questions: Why do we need God’s help to grasp the love of Christ? W…
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What does it mean to be rooted and grounded in the love of Christ? How to live a life of loving pursuit of Christ? These are opened up in this sermon. Sermons Archive RSS 1 John 4:7-8 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, 13 James 2:8 1 Peter 1:22 1 John 4:9 1 John 4:10 1 John 4:11 1 John 4:19 Sermon Discussion Questions: What does it mean to be "rooted" and "grou…
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Is Christ real to you? A Person you walk with and love? Paul prays powerfully that the Ephesians would experience Him in ways that make us want to pray this prayer for ourselves. Sermons Archive RSS Colossians. 4:12 Philippians 4:19 Colossians 1:26-27 2 Corinthians 4:16 Galatians 2:20 Romans 8:9-10 Revelation 3:20 Romans 13:14 Colossians 2:6-7 Serm…
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Does your faith overcome your circumstances/ emotions...or do they overcome your faith? Which one wins? Sermons Archive RSS “As His [Jesus] place in the presence of God is unchallengeable, so is ours, because we are ‘in Him’” — FF Bruce Ephesians 3:1-13 Hebrews 10:32-11:1 Isaiah 6:5 Judges 13:22 Luke 5:8 Romans 5:2 John 6:37 John 6:39 John 17:2 Joh…
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As God unfolds His plan for the ages to His Apostles we are told that He has a unique audience in mind and a unique instrument He is using to show forth His glory. Sermons Archive RSS Ephesians 3:1-13 2 Peter 2:4 Jude 6 Genesis 3:15 Genesis 3:21 Sermon Discussion Questions: Why were the Angels scratching their heads in wonder? How is God showing th…
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A chained prison teaches us how to rejoice and not be overcome by our circumstances by opening up the Master Plan of God for the universe and the "Unsearchable Riches of Christ"...there is much here to learn. Sermons Archive RSS banal bə-năl′, bā′nəl, bə-näl′ adjective 1. Drearily commonplace and often predictable; trite. 2. Commonplace; trivial; h…
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Sermons Archive RSSBy Dan Jaussen
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Are "joy", "hope", "gratitude", "love for God" dominate in your life? Do you live, as Paul did a life in awe of God's grace to you? Or are you over busy, distracted and entertaining yourself to death? Is anxiety, exhaustion, anger and such more dominant? How can you change things...this message addresses how. Sermons Archive RSS Acts 8:1-3 Acts 9:1…
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