Sermons

Today, we look at the shaping virtue of encouragement and how it’s portrayed in the Bible. Encouragement is not merely patting someone on the back or offering a kind word. Biblical encouragement is lifting up the saints by holding up Christ and His gospel treasure in order to strengthen them for joyful service to him.

Pastor Dave York looks at the shaping virtue of humility. The Lord promises to bless the one “who is humble and contrite in spirit” (Isaiah 66:2). Humility is an accurate view of God and ourselves. It is foundational to all other shaping virtues, because without humility we will experience neither the desire nor the grace necessary to cultivate them. The gospel humbles us as we come to grasp that “by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9). This humility before God prompts humility toward others. In keeping with Jesus’ example, we are commanded, “Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4).

Devon Kauflin delves into 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, emphasizing the crucial role of remembrance in the Christian journey. Drawing from Paul’s reminder to the Corinthians about the gospel they received, Kauflin underscores the transformative power of recalling Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. He points out that just as Paul’s life was radically transformed by this foundational truth, so too should believers continually ground their identity and purpose in it. Through thoughtful exegesis, Kauflin invites his listeners to be a people rooted in the memory of the gospel, ensuring that its truths remain central in their lives, leading them to a deeper faith and active witness.

In Ephesians 4:7-16, the apostle Paul elaborates on how the Great Commission is intrinsically woven into the fabric of the Christian community. The culminating message is clear: when Christians, equipped with truth and driven by love, act in unity, they effectively demonstrate and declare the gospel of Jesus both near and far, fulfilling the Great Commission in a tangible manner.

Dive deep into a transformative message with the story of the Samaritan woman at the well.

Evangelism: It’s not about grand gestures, but about genuine connections. Share love, share truth, and let God do the rest.

Join us on this journey as we discover the heart of evangelism and our role in the Great Commission. Let’s be the light and the love in the world.

Watch today’s sermon on the pivotal role of the local church in the Great Commission! It’s a timely reminder as Covenant Life Fellowship marks two decades of spirit-filled worship, community, and evangelism. The local church isn’t just a building; it’s the heartbeat of God’s mission on earth. Here’s to many more years of serving, growing, and fulfilling God’s purpose!

We’re excited to announce a fresh sermon series by our very own Pastor Dave York! As we journey deeper into the heart of the Gospel, it’s time we turn our attention to one of the most powerful mandates Jesus gave His disciples: The Great Commission.

Overview Psalm 20 is a psalm of David, and it’s… read more

The psalmist cries out to God in deep distress and sorrow. Throughout the psalm, the writer describes his feelings of isolation, abandonment, and overwhelming affliction. He continually seeks God, mentioning his constant prayer and seeking the Lord’s attention. The tone is desperate, as the writer portrays himself as being among the dead and forgotten. This psalm offers an honest expression of deep anguish and serves as a reminder that it is okay to bring our raw emotions before God. It represents the real human experience of feeling distant from God, even when seeking Him earnestly.