Stonebridge Presbyterian Church
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Finding Comfort in Challenging Times
October 24, 2021 23:48 - 25.2 MBThe last few years have certainly been challenging for everyone. Where do you turn in times like these? From where do you draw strength to face the day? Pastor Mike encouraged us to see what the prophet Isaiah had to say on this subject in Isaiah Chapter 43.
The Divine Cure
October 17, 2021 21:28 - 28.8 MBIn Jeremiah 11 the prophet, similar to a physician, is, being given God’s diagnosis of Judah’s “problem”; Judah’s disease. Its a lethal condition but the ‘patient’ is not listening or taking the medicine that will help the ‘patient’ be cured. Dom Marko, our preacher this Sunday, walks us through the diagnosis and then presents the … Continue reading The Divine Cure →
God’s Sovereignty, Our Actions
October 10, 2021 21:24 - 28.5 MBMartin Rossol got a bit off the subject of “anger” but it allowed him to address how we might understand God using sinful acts of humans to accomplish his will.
Walk By the Spirit – Part 3
October 03, 2021 20:32 - 34.3 MBRandy Meyers rounded out his 3-sermon series “Walking in the Spirit” this Sunday. He quoted some well-known and some not so well-known authors – all to get us thinking. And “thinking” is one critical aspect for which we are accountable if we are to ‘walk in the Spirit’.
Freedom!
September 27, 2021 01:55 - 27.9 MBPastor Frison speaks about the freedom that believers have been gifted with as a result of Jesus sacrifice. Yet his text is Psalm 27; a Psalm of David who was not always as “free” as he would have liked to have been.
A Preacher of the New Creation
September 23, 2021 02:44 - 39.1 MBThe Bible teaches that when a person comes to believe in Jesus as the solution to their “God problem” that they become a new creation. Pastor Galardi explains what that means in Sunday’s sermon.
God’s Commands; Samuel’s Anger
September 05, 2021 21:25 - 29.6 MBThis talk is perhaps a 2-in-1. What about God’s commands? Are we still obligated to obey if we have trusted in Jesus? And what about Samuel’s anger? Why no sanctions against that “anger”? Well, Martin Rossol covers these issues quite well in his talk. Give a listen.
Where is Comfort to be Found?
August 29, 2021 21:12 - 17 MBIn the past 24 months, Americans have “endured” all manner of stress, distress, uncertainty, confusion, mis-information, and more. As believers, where are we to find comfort from all this? Pastor Mike reminds us from 2 Corinthians, that St Paul was no stranger from difficulties and stress, but that he also has a source of comfort.
It’s All in the Name
August 24, 2021 03:38 - 38.7 MBA simple phrase. Well, Pastor Galardi helps us understand just some of the richness of this text in this sermon.
Walk in the Spirit- Part 2
August 16, 2021 10:20 - 27.1 MBRandy Meyers continued part 2 of his two-part series Walking in the Spirit. And today Randy revealed something which seems to have eluded him in earlier years; that being that the gospel is more than “Jesus Saves Sinners”. Randy believes that statement is still true, but he has come to realize that the gospel is … Continue reading Walk in the Spirit- Part 2 →
Vanity of Life [without God]
August 08, 2021 21:36 - 32.8 MBThe writer of Ecclesiastes [king Solomon?] doesn’t pull any punches. He says the hard honest truth. And he should know. He was the wisest man who lived, save Jesus Christ. Long life, lots of children, hard work and ambition: none of this will bring satisfaction or mean to a person unless God is part of … Continue reading Vanity of Life [without God] →
The Biblical Office of King
August 01, 2021 21:22 - 32 MBOur own Martin Rossol covered a lot of ground, or maybe provided a 30,000 foot view of “Kingship” in the Bible, mostly focused in the Old Testament, but also the fulfillment of this “office” by Jesus- as prophesied. How and when did the office of “King” originate and how might we think about it today. … Continue reading The Biblical Office of King →
The Ultimate Statistic
July 25, 2021 10:38 - 31 MBWhat statistic does no one what to be part of, but we all will be? Death. God doesn’t shy from the brutal truth: as a consequence of sin, everyone is condemned to die. As early as Genesis chapter 5 God forcefully confirms this fact to anyone who is paying attention. Yet even in this dismal … Continue reading The Ultimate Statistic →
What Is Man, That You Are Mindful Of Him?
July 19, 2021 11:27 - 35.1 MBI don’t know about you, but when I look at the the stars, the planets, and the galaxies- when I can identify them, that is -I can come away feeling rather small. Totally inconsequential, might be more appropriate. King David might have had similar feelings based on his expressions in Psalm 8, as Pastor Croyts … Continue reading What Is Man, That You Are Mindful Of Him? →
Walk In The Spirit – Part 1
July 11, 2021 20:28 - 37.9 MBIn this first of a multi-part sermon series based in Galatians 5, Randy Meyer sets the foundation for some teaching on becoming more Christ-like in our actual behavior. How is this “sanctification”- which is a theological term for it -accomplished? Randy weaves in related Scriptures from Romans and 2 Corinthians. The key, says Randy, is … Continue reading Walk In The Spirit – Part 1 →
When is “Good Enough”, “Good Enough?”
July 04, 2021 19:42 - 27.1 MBThe book of Ecclesiastes is an interesting book, to say the least. Pastor Jeff continued in his series on this book to help listeners understand that our “good enough” will never actually be good enough. So what will be? Maybe if you listen…
Our All Sufficient Shepherd
June 28, 2021 10:51 - 25.1 MB1 Peter is an epistle, a letter, that speaks to believers who are experiencing “tough times” of some kind. Suffering? Persecution? We are unclear the exact nature of what it is. But St Peter makes it clear that suffering is “part of the deal” when you “sign up” as a Jesus follower. He then points … Continue reading Our All Sufficient Shepherd →
In Our Father’s Space
June 20, 2021 20:20 - 30.8 MBFor “Father’s Day” pastor Mike takes us in a direction perhaps you may not have expected. Our Heavenly Father is everywhere so we actually cannot escape his “space”. That being so, we can lose the benefit of this fact if we don’t consciously “live there”.
The King Sends Out Emissaries
June 13, 2021 20:34 - 30.5 MBDo you know what the word “gospeling” means? Maybe more basic is: Have you ever heard the word “gospeling”? Martin Rossol will help you out if you listen to his sermon taken from Matthew 9 and 10.
Puzzle Pieces of Providence
June 06, 2021 20:27 - 28.5 MBKing Solomon was the wisest man whoever lived. That is what the Bible says. He tried everything to find the most joy and pleasure in life. His research and results are captured for our benefit in the Old Testament book of Ecclesiates. Pastor Jeff basically shared that our outlook greatly influences the outcome in our … Continue reading Puzzle Pieces of Providence →
“Will not the judge of all the earth do right?” (Part 2)
May 30, 2021 21:30 - 34.4 MBPastor Jerry finishes his teaching on Psalm 7. This is a Psalm which challenges thinking that God is never angry; or that those who live according to God’s designs wait in vain for God to come and rescue them from those who harm; who do evil; who stand against what is godly.
“When I am Afraid…”
May 23, 2021 20:52 - 27.4 MBThere’s a wonderful event described in 1 Chronicles 20 about a king who was afraid and who was willing to admit that he did not know what do do. Have you ever felt that way this past year? Pastor Mike’s sermon will be an encouragement to you. Please listen.
“Shall not the judge of all the earth do right?”
May 16, 2021 21:10 - 34.4 MBPsalm 7 is the longest Psalm yet in Pastor Jerry’s series. In the first six psalms, when the subject of “righteousness” comes up, David always suggests the “righteousness of God” and not his own. In Psalm 7 David sounds like he is claiming that he is righteous based on his own merit. What is going … Continue reading “Shall not the judge of all the earth do right?” →
We Would See Jesus.
May 10, 2021 01:11 - 29 MBJohn 12 is the passage where gentiles, “some Greeks”, asked to see Jesus. What is Jesus’ response? Pastor Alex Young helps explain why Philip responds as he does, and what Jesus response should help us understand about glory: God’s glory.
Finding God in the Dark
May 03, 2021 00:22 - 31.9 MBPsalm 6 is one Psalm that has left many questioning its author or, if it was King David, if he really could have been in such a depressed state. Pastor Croyts, continuing he series in Psalms, pointed out that often when we are in deep dispair it confirms that God is still at work. Yes, … Continue reading Finding God in the Dark →
Put Away Anger
April 26, 2021 10:38 - 34.5 MBSome sins appear, at least superficially, to be more easily avoided than others. Think of murder or adultery; these seem to be pretty ordinal. You either commit them or you don’t.* But when the Bible commands us to “put away anger”, hmm, that presents a real problem for us. Anger is an emotion every human … Continue reading Put Away Anger →
Completely Known; Completely Loved
April 18, 2021 21:12 - 30.3 MBHave you become paranoid about what “they” know about you – that is, if you spend any time at all online? Well, its been said, “Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they’re not out to get you!” Robert Knuth reminds us of the fact that God know everything, that’s E V E R Y T … Continue reading Completely Known; Completely Loved →
The Foundation for Christian Missions
April 11, 2021 20:57 - 33.2 MBOn what basis should a “Philosophy of Missions” be founded? Pastor Alex Young used Chapter 13 from the Acts of the Apostles to explain. And the elements include: Election, Obedience, Humility and Perseverance in Persecution.
Do Not Be Afraid
April 04, 2021 21:02 - 26.4 MBIn all the gospel narratives the issue of fear is addressed by Jesus and heavenly messengers (angels). We hear things like “Fear not”, “Do not be afraid!”; “…and the doors were locked because they were afraid.” Fear has been with the human race since the garden of Eden. But what does Easter have to do … Continue reading Do Not Be Afraid →
Where is the Lamb?
March 28, 2021 21:26 - 33.3 MBRandy Meyers draws the attention of the congregation to what may not be the most well-known event of Genesis, but arguably one which most explicitly foreshadows the work of Jesus on the Cross. Randy’s hope is that it will lead us to desire to respond to the testing of our faith in a way that … Continue reading Where is the Lamb? →
What Are You Thinking About These Days?
March 21, 2021 20:41 - 22.4 MBSt Paul’s concern about what people are thinking about hold true, very true, to this day, this age, and this place. What is controlling our thoughts? Who is directing and prioritizing your mind? Pastor Frison shares his thought on St Paul’s words from his letter to the Phillipians.
Jesus Conquers Death
March 14, 2021 21:40 - 28.8 MBIs Jesus trustworthy? Will he do what he claims? CAN he do what he says he can? St Matthew has given his readers convincing evidence that Jesus is, in fact, very trustworthy. In today’s sermon, Martin Rossol reviews the last and most convincing proof that Jesus is the all-powerful King of the coming Kingdom of … Continue reading Jesus Conquers Death →
The Law and Labels
March 08, 2021 13:10 - 30.6 MBPeople “label” themselves and other in all sorts of ways. Think of what you may have been called when you were younger? Labels can communicate truth, and they can motivate. Jesus used one label perhaps more than any other: hypocrite. He criticized those who were “hypocrites” more than anything. And that is what Pastor Jeff’s … Continue reading The Law and Labels →
Repentance- 2
February 28, 2021 23:06 - 30.5 MBLast time Randy Meyers preached he taught on the message preached by John the Baptizer: Repent for the Kingdom of God is at hand. Today, Randy shifted his focus to how Jesus continued in the same vein- Repent, and believe the gospel!
Thus Says The Lord!
February 21, 2021 22:22 - 33.6 MBOne Biblical scholar has said that the prophet Zechariah was the most “forward looking” of the Old Testament prophets. In this sermon, Pastor Mike walks us through the first part of chapter 8 of Zechariah. In it we see that God is really interested in some of the more ordinary aspects of human experience, and … Continue reading Thus Says The Lord! →
Early In the Morning I Lift My Prayer to Thee
February 15, 2021 01:54 - 34.1 MBPsalm 5 is a Psalm that seems to go in unrelated directions. Very similar to our thoughts when we are under duress. Yet in the midst of this “randomness” there is an order to the Psalmist’s thinking; to his prayer. Pastor Croyts helps us see this in such a wonderful way.
What is God Doing?!
February 07, 2021 22:19 - 30.3 MBSending St Paul to be a missionary to the gentiles?! How crazy can that be? He was a perfect candidate to reach Jews; why would God send him to the gentiles? Well, that is just one example of how God does things we would never expect, and it is also a demonstration that God can … Continue reading What is God Doing?! →
What Race are You Running?
February 01, 2021 13:59 - 33 MBThis is the question Pastor MIke put to the congregation Sunday? Are you running or are you standing still? “Oh, but I’m waiting for God…” Sure, look at how much many saints of bygone years have had to wait. But that didn’t mean they were standing still. (Note: there were some technical ‘glitches’ in the … Continue reading What Race are You Running? →
Who Warned You to Flee?
January 25, 2021 00:43 - 35.7 MBWe were so pleased to have a former Stonebridge Elder preaching for us today! Randy’s topic “Repentance” has been a subject of both our adult discipleship class and also the Women’s Thursday Bible study. Randy’s focus was on John the baptizer and his message “Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand!” And that … Continue reading Who Warned You to Flee? →
Jesus Demanded Change
January 17, 2021 23:20 - 23.5 MBJohn’s disciples and the Pharisees were challenging the fact that Jesus’ disciples did not really “fit in” with the existing religious norms and paradigms. “Why don’t your disciples fast?” Well, Jesus was more than happy to address their question, as our elder Martin Rossol explained in today’s talk.
Sleep In Heavenly Peace
January 11, 2021 02:36 - 37.6 MBHow can we sleep when there is so much turmoil around us? King David had that challenge 4000+ years ago. Yet he found that his confidence in Jehovah was the solution.
Jesus + Nothing = Everything
January 04, 2021 00:54 - 33.6 MBThe epistle of St Paul to the Galatians is a favorite of many historical church “giants”. It in the Apostle Paul dispenses with formalities and immediately gets puts his “beefs” on the table: “I can’t believe that you are forsaking the Jesus of the gospel I delivered to you!!” We risk the same admonition if … Continue reading Jesus + Nothing = Everything →
Jesus: The Sin Doctor
December 28, 2020 01:35 - 24.5 MBThe Pharisees tried to “stay separate” from all that might ‘contaminate’ them. It was their religious activity that they felt would solve their sin problem. Jesus challenged that diagnosis and made it clear that outward religious activity is not what is pleasing to God. We please God when we have the right attitudes in our … Continue reading Jesus: The Sin Doctor →
What is So Merry About Christmas 2020?
December 21, 2020 13:14 - 16.7 MBAs we come to the end of a most unusual year, Pastor Mike reminds us why Christmas, even Christmas this year, should give us pause to be merry.
Just How Much Does the Voice of God Do?
December 14, 2020 00:17 - 30.2 MBRobert Knuth’s sermon today from Psalm 29 focused on what God’s voice actually does for, in and to his people. Ultimately God’s voice is our eternal hope.
On His Mission, By His Power
December 06, 2020 22:23 - 38.3 MBPastor Jeff’s main text today was John 21 – Jesus helping his disciples refocus on the mission he had given them after they had slipped back into what was comfortable for them – Fishing. But much of what Jesus was teaching in Chapter 15 is foundational for what comes in Chapter 21. Jesus wants; he … Continue reading On His Mission, By His Power →
Authority to Forgive Sins
November 30, 2020 14:35 - 26 MBSt Matthew has been bring his story, his argument about Jesus as God’s appointed King ever more detailed in terms of Jesus power and authority. After demonstrating Jesus authority over sickness, disease, nature and demons, St Matthew now turn to address or expose the root cause of all these symptoms, and to show that King … Continue reading Authority to Forgive Sins →
Teaching from Parables
November 22, 2020 22:10 - 27.8 MBWhy did Jesus use parables, stories, to teach truths? Why did the gospel writers include some and exclude others. And why did they place the parables where they did in their narrative? Pastor Mike addresses some of these questions in his sermon.
The Lord is My Salvation
November 16, 2020 13:47 - 33 MBOne thing special about the Old Testament Psalms is we learn how real the writers were with God. In today’s sermon Jerry Croyts spoke on Psalm 3, and it this Psalm we learn that complaining to God is significantly different than complaining about God. Many of the Psalms also point us to Jesus, and teach … Continue reading The Lord is My Salvation →
Passing the Test
November 10, 2020 01:20 - 37 MBWhat do you need to do to “pass the test”? Well, JIm Scullion addresses this question from the letter of St John, chapter 2.