Darby Creek Church Sermons
287 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago -Weekly sermon podcast from Darby Creek Church in Galloway, OH.
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Praying In The Dark - Pray Boldly
April 21, 2024 12:00 - 42 minutes - 16.9 MBOver sixty Psalms in the Bible are really prayers of lament. These types of prayers are God's people calling out to Him in their pain and grief. We don't often hear many sermons that talk about expressing our prayers to God in our deep and painful seasons of life. This message will take us into Psalm 13 to point to how we can pray to God when we experience these times.
Nehemiah's Prayer - Pray Boldly
April 14, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 16.8 MBNehemiah was a man of God and because of that he was a man of prayer. This week in our Pray Boldly series we are examining Nehemiah's prayer (Nehemiah 1:5-11). There are some things we can learn from him to become men and women of God who pray boldly.
Send Me - Pray Boldly
April 07, 2024 12:00 - 53 minutes - 21.4 MBDarby Creek Church is having a prayer emphasis the month of April. To coincide with this, Pastor Greg is doing a miniseries titled "Pray Boldly". The first message in this series will examine Isaiah's bold prayer "Send Me" in Isaiah 6:1-8. May God help us to boldly come before His throne of grace because of Jesus. May He help us to trust Him as we pray biblically and courageously for His glory!
Devoted To Prayer - Devoted
March 24, 2024 12:00 - 37 minutes - 15 MBThe first century church was known to be a church that was devoted to prayer. What does that mean? What might that look like now in the life of our church. Join us for our fourth and final message of this “Devoted” series that connects with our church theme for the year.
Devoted To The Breaking Of Bread - Devoted
March 17, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJoin us for a time of worship and Bible teaching. We will be studying why the believers were devoted to the breaking of bread. The apostle Paul also offers us some insight into the importance of this time of remembrance in the life of the church.
Devoted to the Fellowship - Devoted
March 10, 2024 12:00 - 39 minutes - 15.7 MBThe church in Acts chapter 2 was devoted to the fellowship. What does that mean? What does that look like for us now? Join us and learn about one of the pillars of the early church that is still critical for the church today.
Devoted To The Apostles' Teaching - Devoted
March 03, 2024 12:00 - 55 minutes - 22.2 MBThis message starts our mini-series related to our Scripture focus for the year (Acts 2:42-47). What is the Apostles’ teaching and what does it mean to be devoted to it? These questions and more will be answered as we seek to become a church walking in the Spirit.
No Time Like The Present - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
February 25, 2024 12:00 - 45 minutes - 18.1 MBIn Luke 13:1-9 Jesus is asked a question regarding some tragedies that had happened in their times. Jesus continues to urge all the people to repent and turn to God now and not wait until it is too late.
Jesus Divides - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
February 18, 2024 12:00 - 46 minutes - 18.7 MBWe often think of Jesus as one who was a peace maker. However, Jesus tells us He did not come to create peace but division. What does this mean? Join us as we dive into some of Jesus' "hard sayings" in Luke 12:49-59.
Living in Light of His Return - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
February 11, 2024 12:00 - 49 minutes - 20 MBIf we live our lives focused on the reality of Jesus' return, we might be more careful how we spent our time and how we treat others. In the Scripture passage before us in Luke 12, Jesus urges His disciples to be ready for His return. Those who have been given greater spiritual responsibility (i.e. church leaders) will also have to give account for how the treated those in their care.
Do Not Be Anxious - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
February 04, 2024 12:00 - 35 minutes - 14.1 MBAs Jesus calls His followers to not get caught up in the world of materialism, He knows that trust in our Heavenly Father's provision is paramount. Being anxious about whether we will have enough can cause us to focus less on living a God-ward life. In this passage, Jesus is assuring His followers that if they have the right priorities, then God will provide for their basic needs.
Being Rich Toward God - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
January 28, 2024 12:00 - 46 minutes - 18.5 MBTrue life. What is it that gives us a truly satisfying life? According to Jesus, it's not anything in this material world! Join us this Sunday as we listen to Jesus' words to His disciples on this very important topic.
Guarding Against Hypocrisy - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
January 21, 2024 12:00 - 39 minutes - 15.9 MBIn Luke 12:1-12 Jesus talks to His disciples about how to guard against hypocrisy in their own lives. A big part of Jesus' message to His followers on this topic is to make sure they are fearing God, not man.
Watch Out For Hypocritical Religion - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
January 14, 2024 12:00 - 44 minutes - 17.7 MBIn Luke 11:37-54 Jesus takes on some of the religious leaders and exposes the traps they have fallen into and the traps they have unknowingly laid for others that are keeping people from heaven. Be careful though. These warnings are not just for religious leaders. They are warnings all of us need to heed!
Be Careful How You Respond To Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
January 07, 2024 12:00 - 37 minutes - 15 MBJesus teaches us that to respond to His call to repent and follow Him is critical. As we examine Luke 11:24-36, we will see the dangers of rejecting Jesus are great, but the blessings we receive by accepting and following Him are numerous!
Light Of The World - What A Wonderful Name
December 24, 2023 12:00 - 38 minutes - 15.4 MBIsaiah the prophet speaks of Jesus Christ when he says, "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone." (Isaiah 9:2). What does it mean that Jesus is the Light of the World? How does this metaphor apply to us? Join us this last Sunday of Advent as we explore this important title of Jesus Christ.
Prince Of Peace - What A Wonderful Name
December 17, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 20 MBIn a world filled with war and violence, it’s difficult to see how Jesus could be the all-powerful God who acts in human history and be the embodiment of peace. But physical safety and political harmony don’t necessarily reflect the kind of peace He’s talking about in John 14:27. There He says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid”. What is this peace of which Jesus speaks? Join u...
Mighty God - What A Wonderful Name
December 10, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 18.2 MBThe Bible expresses to us that Jesus Christ was indeed God come in the flesh. This second Sunday of Advent we will look together at some passages in Scripture where Jesus shows us that He is Mighty God!
Wonderful Counselor - What A Wonderful Name
December 03, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 19.4 MBThis Sunday, we officially begin the Advent season when we remember and celebrate the first coming of Jesus Christ. Our Advent series is titled "What a Wonderful Name!". The series explores some of the titles associated with Jesus in the book of Isaiah. This Sunday we'll examine the title Wonderful Counselor.
No Middle Ground - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
November 26, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 13.2 MBWhen it comes to Jesus, you are either for Him or against Him. There is no middle ground. Join us as we listen in on an interaction with Jesus and some skeptics in Luke chapter 11.
Jesus' Teaching On Prayer - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
November 19, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 18.1 MBPrayer is an important part of the life of a disciple of Jesus. In Luke 11, Jesus responds to a request of His followers to teach them how to pray. Join us as we explore Jesus' instructions on prayer.
Jesus, Mary & Martha - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
November 12, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 18.8 MBAfter reading about the sending out of the 72 on mission and then learning how to be a good Kingdom neighbor, we come upon an interaction between Jesus, Mary and Martha. What is the point of this interaction? Why is it placed here after all this instruction about being on mission? That is the focus of this message on Luke 10:38-42.
What Does Being A Good Neighbor Look Like? - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
November 05, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 15.7 MBThis week we look at one of Jesus’ most famous dialogues with a lawyer. In this well-known parable of the Good Samaritan, we learn not so much WHO is our neighbor but HOW to be a good neighbor.
The Kingdom Of God Is Near - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
October 29, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 18.9 MBThis week we continue our journey through the Gospel of Luke. After Jesus describes what it takes to follow Him, He sends out a large group of His disciples to spread the news that He has come.
Following Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke - Part 2
October 22, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week we resume our journey through the Gospel of Luke. This begins a new segment of Luke where Jesus begins His journey toward Jerusalem. As Jesus heads toward Jerusalem, He encounters rejection and those following Him learn more of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus.
Death And Unshakable Christian Hope - Unshakable Hope
October 15, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes - 19.7 MBTim Keller once said, “If you look around, you look at your loved ones, you look at your family, you look at your friends. Either you will face death yourself because you will be dying younger than is our want, or you will live a long time and face the death of the other people around you. Christian hope gives you something to deal with that, gives you something remarkable.” This Sunday we will conclude our series on the “Unshakable Hope”. We will see just how our Christian hope helps us fa...
Hope For The Weak, Insecure, And Fearful - Unshakable Hope
October 08, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 18.8 MBWe will be exploring the life of Gideon the Old Testament prophet. In the book of Judges, we see Gideon initially as a weak and fearful man who did not see himself the way God did. However, God used this weak man to do extraordinary things! Stories like the life of Gideon remind us how great our God is and how He loves to use weak vessels to accomplish His work.
Hope For Lasting Change - Part 2 - Unshakable Hope
October 01, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBPaul tells us in his letter to the church in Rome, "For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live." (Romans 8:13 ESV). Last week we saw how important it is for believers to know and believe that sin is no longer master over them. This week we will examine some practical steps Christians can take to walk in victory and fight indwelling sin until the Lord returns.
Hope For Lasting Change - Unshakable Hope
September 24, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 16.8 MBCan I really change? Is there hope for me? Most of us have asked these questions at one time or another. The God of all hope CAN help us change and become more like the people He calls us to be. Join us to find the hope for change that Jesus offers and a faith that truly transforms!
Hope For The Prodigal - Unshakable Hope
September 17, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 16.8 MBHow does God view those who wander away from Him? Is there any hope for the prodigal? Join us this Sunday as we start our new series "Unshakable Hope" and explore the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15.
All You Need In Times Of Trouble - All You Need
September 10, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 16.8 MBLast week we spent time in God‘s word seeing that He has provided everything we need for living a godly life. This week will see God meets our needs in special ways when we find ourselves in troubling times.
All You Need To Live A Godly Life - All You Need
September 03, 2023 12:00 - 54 minutes - 21.9 MBMessage from Greg Burlile on September 3, 2023
The Coming Of The Holy Spirit - The Holy Spirit
August 27, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 16.6 MBLast week we learned about who the Holy Spirit is by looking at five promises Jesus made about Him. Join us this week as we’ll see how the Holy Spirit fulfilled what was prophesied about Him by coming to dwell within all of God’s people.
Jesus Promises The Holy Spirit - The Holy Spirit
August 20, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 18.3 MBKey points Jesus makes about the Holy Spirit when He is teaching His disciples will be discussed.
Dead Man Walking - Stand Alone Sermons
August 13, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 17.5 MBOur guest speaker, Pastor Jack Stockdale shares with us the importance of understanding our union with Christ. The subtitle of Jack's message is "Why Your Belief in Your Death is Necessary for Your Life".
God's Love Is Out Of This World - Stand Alone Sermons
August 06, 2023 12:00 - 19 minutes - 7.81 MBThis week we will explore what the Bible says about the incredible love God has for us! Our Darby Creek Church kids ministry is also going to help us understand the depth of God's love by singing the truth!
The Humility And Teaching Of Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke
July 30, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 15.1 MBAs Jesus prepares for His journey to Jerusalem, He demonstrates His authority again and teaches His disciples a critical lesson on humility and leadership.
The Fruit Of The Spirit - Kindness & Goodness - Stand Alone Sermons
July 23, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 12.3 MBJoin us as our guest speaker, Pastor Tom Houser, shares with us about the Fruit of the Spirit. Tom will be focusing specifically on the fruit of Kindness and Goodness and how they work out in our daily lives by the power of the Spirit.
The Transfiguration Of Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke
July 16, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 17.3 MBA short time after Jesus explained to His disciples how hard it will be to follow Him, Jesus invites several of them to come with Him on a trip to the mountain. What happened there on top of that mountain would encourage and strengthen them for the path ahead. We too can draw strength and encouragement from this passage in Luke 9. Join us as we continue our series in the Gospel of Luke that promises to help us be more certain in our faith.
If Anyone Would Come After Me - The Gospel Of Luke
July 09, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 19.6 MBEver wonder what Jesus said He requires if someone is going to follow Him? He told His disciples just that in Luke 9:18-27. Join us as we hear these important words Jesus spoke.
Depending On Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke
July 02, 2023 12:00 - 39 minutes - 15.9 MBDo you tend to be more self-reliant or God-reliant? In our passage in Luke this week Jesus is teaching His disciples (and us) that He supplies us with everything needed to live out His calling on our lives.
The Disciples' Mission Trip - The Gospel Of Luke
June 25, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 18.6 MBJesus sends us out into the world to be His witnesses. He has not sent us out to fend for ourselves but provides us with all the necessary power to do ministry in His name with confidence. Join us this Sunday as we go through the first six verses of Luke chapter 9. In this passage, Jesus sends out the 12 on their first mission trip. We will see them doing ministry in Jesus’ name and with His authority and power.
Do Not Fear, Only Believe! - The Gospel Of Luke
June 18, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 19.1 MBOur faith and trust in God is tested deeply when we find ourselves in desperate situations. Will we trust God when we don't see the end to our hardship? Will we let fear get the best of us or will we choose to believe God and put our hope in Him? As we study the last section in Luke chapter eight, we encounter two people who begged Jesus to help them. Join us as we learn some key lessons from these two individuals' interactions with Jesus.
Jesus Reigns Over The Natural And The Supernatural World - Part 2 - The Gospel Of Luke
June 11, 2023 12:00 - 36 minutes - 14.7 MBJesus calms the storm and casts out demons in our passage in Luke this week (Luke 8:22-39). Knowing our Savior reigns over the natural and supernatural world, we can have faith knowing He is with us no matter what we are facing in this life.
Jesus Reigns Over The Natural And The Supernatural World - The Gospel Of Luke
June 04, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 17.5 MBJesus calms the storm and casts out demons in our passage in Luke this week (Luke 8:22-39). Knowing our Savior reigns over the natural and supernatural world, we can have faith knowing He is with us no matter what we are facing in this life.
The Importance Of Hearing - The Gospel Of Luke
May 28, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes - 16.6 MBIf you have any hearing loss, you know how much this impacts your day-to-day life. In an even more important way, our "spiritual hearing" affects our walk with God! In Luke 8:1-21, Jesus impresses upon the disciples (and us) the importance of how we respond when we hear God's Word and about His will for our lives.
Much Forgiveness, Much Love - The Gospel Of Luke
May 21, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 18.6 MBIn Luke 7:36-50, Jesus gets invited to a dinner party hosted by one of the religious leaders. A surprising visitor to the party turns this dinner event into a major object lesson on forgiveness.
A Message From John The Baptist - The Gospel Of Luke
May 14, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 18.2 MBWe will examine Luke 7:18-35. In this passage, John the Baptist sends Jesus a message. Jesus sends a message back and also speaks to the majority of those in His generation regarding their rejection of Himself and John. However, there is a message for us all here both from John and Jesus!
The Authority And Compassion Of Jesus - The Gospel Of Luke
May 07, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 18 MBWe are diving back into the Gospel of Luke. We will see the authority and compassion of Jesus displayed in His interaction with two individuals (Luke 7:1-17).
Faith In Action - Made New
April 30, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 21.4 MBA faith in Jesus that does not result in action is worthless. The Bible suggests that true faith is demonstrated by our deeds, by what we do. What good does it do to have faith that is not accompanied by any kind of service, action, or works?