Christ Memorial Sermons
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RESET: Prayer’s Grounding: God’s Word (Psalm 55:16)
November 03, 2019 16:24For our prayer lives to be truly satisfying and effective, they must be thoroughly directed and supported by God’s word.
RESET: Prayer’s Posture: Humility (I Peter 5:5-7)
October 27, 2019 15:45The enemy to prayer is pride, hence the gateway to more devoted prayer, both in frequency and fervency, is humility, in simple imitation of our Savior.
RESET: Prayer’s Role: Necessary (James 4:2)
October 20, 2019 21:18If we’re to truly delight in Christ, in His work and in His person, we desperately need God’s help. Such help is secured only by prayer.
RESET: Prayer’s Motivation: Desperation (Psalm 40:17)
October 13, 2019 17:10If we’re to reset our delight in Christ alone, we not only need vital community life but deep prayer lives which start with a persistent sense of desperation.
RESET: Church Matters (Acts 2:41-47)
October 06, 2019 14:09If our delight is to be lodged in Christ alone, our connection to one another must be real, regular and growing.
RESET: Delight Matters (Psalm 32)
September 29, 2019 14:36Renewal, whether the soul’s movement to Christ and Christianity initially or a return to vibrancy after years of faith, is about seeking only gospel delights.
Bright Hope for Tomorrow (2 Samuel 23:8-24:25)
September 22, 2019 14:26Despite sin and setbacks, the Lord’s covenant-promise to give the kingdom to David and his seed remains in full effect, attended by God’s power and mercy, and it remains the only ground of hope for all the believing people of God.
Rhapsody of the King (2 Samuel 22:1-23:7)
September 15, 2019 17:20God has delivered His anointed King (and those under His rule) from all of His enemies resulting in the only reasonable response, a sacrifice of effusive praise.
A King Who Delivers (2 Samuel 21:1-22)
September 08, 2019 21:16King David’s deliverance of Israel from famine and giants points us to King Jesus, who provides deliverance for us by dealing justly with our sin and leading the triumphant conquest of his enemies.
Rebellion Without a Pause (2 Samuel 19:41-20:26)
September 01, 2019 21:30One rebellion against King David gives way to another, wearying us of the constant turmoil and causing us to long for the day when King Jesus will reign without challenge over a kingdom who loves her King and whose citizens deal with each other only in love.
A House Divided (2 Samuel 15:1-19:40)
August 25, 2019 13:48Division and strife erupt in the house of David on account of sin, revealing how desperately we need King Jesus to unite us in his royal household and secure his kingdom.
The House of David: Flip or Flop? (2 Samuel 12:26 – 14:33)
August 18, 2019 14:45David’s house will endure because of the promised king, Jesus Christ, who undoes God’s curse and establishes the house in righteousness. Therefore, walk in a manner worthy of your calling by building up the church in holiness.
This King Won’t Do (2 Samuel 11:1-12:25)
August 11, 2019 19:15Despite David’s military might, his adultery and murder reveal that we need an even greater King, King Jesus, Who lays down His life for His bride, the Church, and will be ever faithful to her.
The Battle of the Bulge (2 Samuel 8:1-10:19)
August 04, 2019 15:29The cross is Christ's "D-Day," a decisive victory that offers real rest to all who believe. But until Christ returns, we still must be at war with sin.
Covenant Promise, Covenant Prayer (2 Samuel 7:1-29)
July 28, 2019 17:01The Lord’s covenant promise is to make the Son of David an eternal, royal dynasty to the blessing of his people. Believers confidently & earnestly pray to that very end.
The Thrill of Victory (II Samuel 5:1-6:23)
July 21, 2019 17:58The reality of David’s victory prophesies the Son of David’s victory, the Lord Jesus Christ, which encourages us, for the thrill set before us, to be steadfast in Christ’s work.
Christ’s Kingdom: Practical Politics & the Gift of God (2 Samuel 2:8-4:12)
July 14, 2019 15:19The King deals shrewdly & justly with men in order to build his kingdom, all the while he waits for the kingdom to be given to him by the promise and power of God alone.
How the Mighty Have Fallen! (2 Samuel 1:1-2:7)
July 07, 2019 16:41The King destined to give us rest from our enemies rises to power at God’s hand, not his own, choosing obedient reverence for God & his covenant people over self-promotion.
A King Whose Throne Is Forever (2 Samuel Overview)
June 30, 2019 19:20The hope of the people of God is the eternal reign of our king Jesus, who delivers us from our sin and blesses us with the promise that we shall be made like him.
Gospel Street Cred (Romans 16:1-27)
June 23, 2019 18:58The gospel of grace is protected by credible witnesses, appropriate warnings and faith-based assurances.
From Vermont and All the Way Around to Utah (Romans 15:14-33)
June 16, 2019 17:01Our glorious calling is to fulfill the gospel of Christ, preaching the good news everywhere in service to, and with the encouragement and prayers of, the saints.
A Hope That Never Fades (Romans 14:13b-15:13)
June 09, 2019 21:53The hope that never fades is a hope grounded in gospel power that enables sinners to care more about their neighbors in Christ than about themselves.
Accept One Other for Christ’s Sake (Romans 14:1-13a)
June 04, 2019 12:31What does God's final judgment have to do with accepting one another? Pastor Craig challenges us to consider our love for one another in the light of Christ's lordship and the judgment to come.
The Crown Jewel of Acceptance (Romans 15:7)
May 26, 2019 21:50The crown jewel of love is acceptance of one’s neighbor in Christ, not only of their differences in general, but especially of their weaknesses in faith.
From Tricyles to Tassels (Learning to Let Go): Rudiments for Parenting
May 25, 2019 23:31Parenting is a set of weaning decisions and the practical skills and judgment needed to navigate those decisions through all those years require a lifetime of study and a truckload of grace.
The King Kong of Commands (Romans 13:8-14)
May 19, 2019 22:33We’re never to stop obeying the command of all commands – to love our neighbor as ourselves – because God’s judgment draws closer and closer.
Critical Connections (Bigger than Rules): Tactics for Parenting
May 18, 2019 16:54“Being” is relatively useless without being activated by connection, thus, learning the art of critical connections with our kids is vital to successful parenting.
A Love That Pops (Romans 12:9-13:7)
May 12, 2019 20:43The letter to the Romans shows us what true love is like: warm, humble, and merciful. Does your love look like this? Listen to this practical and challenging message from Pastor Wes on loving one another.
Present Yourselves as a Living Sacrifice (Romans 12:1-8)
May 05, 2019 20:57God’s command to present ourselves to him as a sacrifice flows from his covenant mercy. His power enables us more and more to get our minds right and to serve the body of Christ well.
Mission Matters (Matthew 28:19-20)
April 28, 2019 16:40Everyone is on mission. What's your mission? The King of kings has commissioned those who know him to fill the earth with the image of his Son.
The Story of St. Peter (Various Passages)
April 21, 2019 18:48Through Christ’s resurrection, Peter experienced both forgiveness and a power that turned him from humiliating cowardice to lion-like courage as a preacher of Christ and foundation of the world-wide church.
A Story About a Thief (Matthew 27:44; Luke 23:39-43)
April 20, 2019 01:40Jesus' death on the cross mercifully paid the penalty and won entrance to paradise for all who would, like the thief who hung beside the Lord, recognize their sin and their need for Jesus.
A Story About the Crowds (Matthew 21:1-11)
April 14, 2019 19:54How did the crowds respond to the Messiah? How do you respond? Pastor Craig Combs opens our series on real life encounters with Jesus with a challenge to consider where we fit into this Easter story.
Behold Our God! (Romans 11:11-36)
April 07, 2019 20:28A clear view of God deepens our hope of salvation, strengthens our resolve to persevere, and brings us to our knees. Let Romans 11 lead you to behold your God!
A More Stubborn Love (Romans 11:1-10)
March 31, 2019 17:03Though stubborn sinfulness abounds, God’s stubborn love abounds all the more, for God has not rejected His people whom He foreknew.
Why Are People Lost? (Romans 9:30-10:21)
March 24, 2019 18:48According to Romans 10, 'If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.' It's that easy. So why are so many people still lost? Listen as Pastor Wes continues our series in Romans.
God Keeps His Promises (Romans 9:1-29)
March 17, 2019 19:35Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated. These words should stop us in our tracks, but perhaps not for the reason we think. Listen as Pastor Mitch Kimbrell shows us the glorious faithfulness and mercy of God in election.
Safe Forever! (Romans 8:18-39)
March 10, 2019 16:49If you are in Christ, nothing can touch you that is not part of his glorious plan orchestrated for your good. Listen as Pastor Wes invites us to live courageously in Christ.
The Superpower of God’s Spirit (Romans 8:1-17)
March 03, 2019 19:22The gospel of grace is God’s power to transform our hearts through His indwelling, life-giving Spirit, whose mortifying work assures believers of eternal life.
Clarifying Portraits (Romans 7:7-25)
February 24, 2019 16:29In Romans 7, Paul takes us behind the scenes in his battle against sin. Understanding what that battle looks like has profound implications for our lives, both now and eternally. You won't want to miss this next sermon in our Romans series, "Transformed by Faith."
A Truly Liberating Death (Romans 6:15-7:6)
February 17, 2019 19:18Bob Dylan and the Bible agree on something: You've got to serve somebody. Paul's makes it clear to the church in Rome that we serve one of two masters: either the law, which leads to death; or righteousness, leading to life. Who do you serve?
Slaves No More! (Romans 6:1-14)
February 10, 2019 18:58Do you have power over your own sin? Do you want it? Pastor Craig invites us to embrace the power of a new life in Christ.
The Only Safe Bet (Mark 8:34-35)
February 03, 2019 17:10A life of true faith is a life of risk-taking. But the return for those who lay down their lives for Christ is immeasurable and guaranteed. Listen as Pastor Wes exhorts us to place the only safe bet.
Life’s Reign Through Christ Is Better (Romans 5:12-21)
January 27, 2019 19:52The only solution to death’s reign through Adam is the reign of life through Jesus Christ… and life is so much better!
Let Him Who Boasts... (Romans 5:1-11)
January 13, 2019 20:08Where is your hope in suffering? Pastor Wes invites you to enter into the "hope zone" of Romans, where we find the only hope that won't disappoint, a hope worth boasting in.
Men of Honor: Session 2 Q&A
January 06, 2019 18:22Panel discussion featuring, Erik Raymond, pastor of Redeemer Fellowship Church, Steve Thiel, pastor of Christ Proclamation Church, BJ Walters, pastor of Redeeming Grace Church, Scott Terry, pastor of Christ Fellowship Church, and Marty Bascomb, pastor of Cornerstone Church and East Randolph Baptist Church.
Men of Honor (Session 3): Fleeing Youthful Lusts and Pursing Self Control
January 06, 2019 18:062019 NETS Men's Retreat talk by Wes Pastor, pastor of Christ Memorial Church in Williston, Vermont.
Men of Honor (Session 2): Fleeing Financial Lusts and Pursuing Contentment
January 06, 2019 17:442019 NETS Men's Retreat talk by Steve Thiel, pastor of Christ Proclamation Church in Hartford, Connecticut.
Exhortations for Excellence (I Thessalonians 4:1 & 10; 5:12-15)
January 06, 2019 15:27Though 2018 was an excellent year for CMC, God is calling us to excel still more in love, by his grace and for his glory. Listen as Pastor Wes shares practical ways to show love for one another from Paul's letter to the Thessalonian church.
Men of Honor: Session 1 Q&A
January 05, 2019 18:06Panel discussion featuring, Erik Raymond, pastor of Redeemer Fellowship Church, Steve Thiel, pastor of Christ Proclamation Church, BJ Walters, pastor of Redeeming Grace Church, Scott Terry, pastor of Christ Fellowship Church, and Marty Bascomb, pastor of Cornerstone Church and East Randolph Baptist Church.