CrossPointe Church Westerville | Sermons (Audio)

An Encouraging Life

The bible study session focuses on the closing section of the apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians (Ephesians Chapter 6). Pastor Matt begins with practical announcements and transitions into discussing the profundity and discipleship value of the Book of Ephesians. Martin Lloyd Jones's commentary on Ephesians is cited to emphasize its importance as a comprehensive manual on Christian faith and practice. The speaker highlights the themes of God's way, glory, and purpose throughout the book. The session encourages believers to study Ephesians deeply, emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel described within it. After summarizing earlier chapters, the focus moves to Ephesians 6:21-24, where Paul's closing remarks and benediction stress peace, love, faith, grace, and the believers’ mutual duty to encourage one another. The speaker concludes by exhorting the audience to continue applying the teachings from Ephesians to their lives, encouraging one another, and growing as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Stand Part 3

Theme: The Power and Necessity of PrayerUnderstanding Prayer: The sermon begins by exploring the crucial role of prayer in a believer's life. It is emphasized that without a strong foundation in prayer, standing firm in faith is impossible.Challenges in Prayer: Discusses the difficulties faced in maintaining a consistent prayer life. Despite these challenges, prayer is described as a powerful tool for spiritual warfare and personal growth.Prayer as Communion with God: The sermon explains prayer as more than a religious duty; it's a privilege to have a relational conversation with God.Praying for Others: Highlights the importance of interceding for fellow believers, thereby shifting focus from self to the spiritual welfare of others.Practical Application: Encourages believers to integrate prayer into daily life, making it a continuous stream of communication with God.

Stand Part 2

The sermon introduces the concept of spiritual warfare, where believers are embroiled in a constant battle against spiritual forces of evil. The introduction sets the stage for the need to understand and wear the full armor of God.The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-17)The main body of the sermon is a detailed analysis of each piece of the armor of God, explaining how it protects and aids believers in spiritual conflict. The sermon unfolds the armor as follows:Belt of Truth: Encourages believers to gird themselves with God's truth, which sets the foundation for the rest of the armor.Breastplate of Righteousness: Imparts the necessity of wearing Christ's righteousness to protect one's heart and soul.Shoes of the Gospel of Peace: Stresses the readiness and stability that comes from understanding the Gospel.Shield of Faith: Highlights the importance of faith in deflecting the fiery darts of the wicked.Helmet of Salvation: Reminds of the salvation in Christ that protects one's mind against despair and doubt.Sword of the Spirit: Asserts the Word of God as the offensive weapon in the spiritual arsenal.ConclusionThe sermon concludes with a powerful reminder that standing firm in the Lord is not optional but a mandated stance for every believer. It calls for continual and conscious effort to arm oneself with God's provided armor, ensuring readiness for spiritual battles.

The Source of Strength and Courage

The manuscript discusses the significance of the Lord's day falling on the first and last day of the year and the phenomenon of making New Year's resolutions. It touches upon the statistical trends of resolution-making by age group, the likelihood of people setting and sticking to their goals, and the type of resolutions commonly made. The author encourages the audience to focus on serving the Lord in the new year, drawing insights from the book of Joshua, chapter one, and emphasizing the importance of following God's word, acknowledging His faithfulness, and being aware of His continual presence.

We See Light

This sermon reflects on the need for hope in a weary world, as described through a French Christmas carol, possibly "O Holy Night" (referred to by its French title "Cantique de Noël") and Psalm 36 from the Bible. The narrative mentions a historical account of soldiers singing Christmas carols during a Christmas Eve truce in World War I, illustrating the powerful effect of hope and the song's lyrics. The sermon addresses individuals who feel weary and seek hope, pointing them to God's Word for comfort and inspiration. It delves into Psalm 36, discussing the darkness of a world marred by sin but also highlighting the steadfast love, faithfulness, and righteousness of God. The preacher emphasizes that the hope of Christmas shines brighter against the backdrop of hopelessness and that real hope comes through Jesus Christ, the light of the world.