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Sermons - ZION BK

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Zion is a new church in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Our team is native born New Yorkers who love Jesus and want to spread his message.

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A Call To Conversion

November 28, 2018 00:54 - 40 minutes - 55 MB

This weeks passage is the center of James letter. He challenges the church to choose who their friend will be: the world or God. With that challenge comes a call to repentance to turn to God and begin to act like his people.

The Power Of Speech

November 23, 2018 15:32 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MB

How do the words we say affect the life we live? James gives a powerful understanding of the role our speech plays in our everyday life. Listen in to hear what our words as the church should look like.

Living Faith

November 13, 2018 00:58 - 42 minutes - 20.4 MB

As chapter 2 comes to a close, James closes his argument against the church for their treatment of the poor by describing two kinds of faith: one that living and producing good deeds in our life and one that is dead, with nothing to show for it. Living faith is one of the marks of the true church.

The Royal Law

November 05, 2018 20:48 - 39 minutes - 18.9 MB

James shows how we cannot pick and choose which parts of the law we follow and which we do not. This has ample application to the church today. The church then was struggling with favoritism, what do we struggle with today?

No Partiality

November 01, 2018 00:22 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

What do the people of faith in Jesus look like? How do they act? James begins to dive deeper into what God's people who profess faith in Him do. Last week he said we cannot just hear, but do. This week he begins to share what 'doing' looks like.

From Hearing to Doing

October 22, 2018 21:35 - 43 minutes - 20.8 MB

The church is plagued with people who hear but never do. James offers a remedy for this. How do we go from just hearing the word of God to actually practicing it? How do we know we are doers? In James 1:22-27 we get answers to these questions.

The Implanted Word

October 08, 2018 21:06 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

James shows two different offsprings: the fruit of human desire and the fruit of God's word. In order to truly receive what God has for us and his 'good and perfect gifts' we have to comes to grips with our true nature.

The Crown Of Life

October 02, 2018 00:22 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MB

James shows two people, two ends, and ultimately two friendships in this weeks passage. What is James concerned about in the church as they think through poverty, wealth, power, and priveldge?

Perfect Faith

September 24, 2018 15:13 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MB

James starts off his letter swinging. Right away he makes distinctions about the Christian walk and faith that are important. This week we explore what it means to have 'Perfect Faith' that only comes through trial and testing.

Friend Of God, An Intro To James

September 21, 2018 19:12 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

James is one of the most misunderstood books in the Bible. Also the most controversial. Listen in as we begin to explore a letter to the church that has a lot to say about how we do church today.

The Big Story + Interview

September 17, 2018 16:43 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

This week we welcomed a special guest speaker, Bishop Joseph Mattera! He is the father of our pastor and a well know pastor and speaker internationally. For the first half, he preached on knowing 'The Big Picture' of scripture and for the second half, was interviewed by his son. Listen in and enjoy!

Go With Boldness

September 05, 2018 14:34 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

As we end our series, we look at a prayer of the Apostles and the answer God gave them. We must remember, this is not just a season, this is a lifestyle that God invites us to make part of who we are.

The Harvest is Still Ripe

August 30, 2018 23:43 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

It can be easy to believe that the world is going downhill. We are just waiting for the end. But that is not what Jesus left us with. He left us with a harvest to reap. Tune in to hear the stories of people still coming to Christ today along with a message about the harvest that is ready for us today!

Have No Fear

August 24, 2018 14:49 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

Jesus promises one thing to his disciples when he sends them out: persecution. But he tells them not to fear it. The cost of mission is real, but the reward is even greater!

Holy Spirit Encounters

August 14, 2018 20:14 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

In Acts 8 we see God set up an encounter between Philip and a prominent court official from Ethiopia. From it, we explore how God may be setting up encounters for us today for us to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

Giving Up Your Rights

August 06, 2018 20:42 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

When we are preaching the Gospel to others, it is easy to try to make them like us. Paul teaches a different method, become like them. Do whatever it takes for the Gospel to go forward, even if that means its inconvenient for you. Listen in as we discuss 1 Cor. 9 as part of our On Mission series!

Even If

August 03, 2018 18:14 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

When you share your testimony it may not always be gold and glitter. Sometimes people will disbelieve you, dissuade you, and hang you out to dry. This week we talk about the story of a blind man who shares his story of Jesus' healing.

No Professionals Required

July 24, 2018 14:27 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MB

Many people will never share the good news because they did not receive a seminary degree. That was not the way of Jesus. What we don't realize is that our story holds the power of the good news for many to believe.

Eating with Gentiles

July 18, 2018 18:51 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MB

The second most important event in Christian history happens in Acts chapters 10 and 11. It had deep implications for the church then, but still has lasting implications for the church today. Listen in to hear how the story unfolds!

Eating with Sinners

July 11, 2018 21:19 - 41 minutes - 19.6 MB

Levi is a sinner and ostracized by his fellow community. Especially the religious elite. When Jesus is questioned for eating with him, he has very pointed responses that will help shape how we think of mission today.

Sowing Gospel Seeds

July 05, 2018 20:17 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

Jesus sends out his 12 disciples with clear instructions. Right before he does this, he gives them clear instructions on what it will look like to proclaim the Gospel to all. Listen in to hear how Jesus teaches his disciples to spread the good news.

Our Mission

June 26, 2018 23:06 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

God's heart turns into our mission. Week 2 provides the final backdrop needed to fully begin to explore our series On Mission. We explore the great commission and ask pointed questions about how it applies to us today.

God's Heart

June 20, 2018 19:52 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MB

This Sunday we started a new series exploring the mission of the church. We first explore the heart of God. You may be surprised at what brings God the most joy. Listen in to hear and hear what Jesus has to say to the religious people of his day.

Guest Speaker: Kristian Hernandez

June 20, 2018 19:33 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

This week, guest speaker Kristian Hernandez, speaks about how God works in us and through us. Listen in to hear a great word calling us to live empowered lives through the Holy Spirit!

Guest Speaker: James Roberson

June 20, 2018 19:31 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

This week, guest speaker James Roberson, talks about the burning bush. Moses for a long time had God's heart with Pharoh's methods. Listen in to learn about calling and timing from the story of Moses.

Guest Speaker: Adam Durso

June 20, 2018 19:30 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

This week, guest speaker Adam Durso, gives us a word from the life of David. If you are feeling defeated and lost, listen in to be encouraged that God is for us!

Restoration

May 29, 2018 18:12 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

This week's sermon concludes five months in Deuteronomy. God gives Israel a picture of their future as they are about to step into the promised land. Listen in to hear our Moses' prohpetic ending to his second telling of the law!

Oppression to Abundance

May 14, 2018 21:10 - 45 minutes - 21.3 MB

The story of Israel recounted in Deuteronomy 26 is a beautiful picture of God's faithfulness to His people. Through the story, we learn about who God is and principles that have lasted through time.

Atonement

May 07, 2018 20:26 - 37 minutes - 50.8 MB

Why does a cow have to die because a murder was unsolved in Israel? What does this have to do with God's bigger picture? Listen in this week to learn how the concept of atonement has had great implications since the beginning of humankind.

Faith In Battle

April 30, 2018 20:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MB

Moses lays down several laws of battle for Israel before they enter into the promised land. What is amazing is how applicable these laws are today. We explore the difference in battle for the old and new covenant.

Conflict In Community

April 23, 2018 20:44 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

Too often we have a theology of perfection instead of a theology of brokenness. Listen in as we explore how to handle conflict in relationships. We cover passages in Deuteronomy 19 and Matthew 18.

Sin In Community

April 17, 2018 19:52 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MB

Deuteronomy 17 and 1 Corinthians 5 both end with the same line: Purge the evil person from among you. How they follow this out with each covenant is very different. Listen in to learn how the church should deal with bad roots.

Songs of Hope: How to Cope with Anxiety and Depression

April 13, 2018 18:56 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

When struggling with depression and anxiety it is easy to isolate and feel alone. Learn proven strategies on how to cope with depression and anxiety from a PhD in Psychology with decades of experience in treating people.

Resurrection Sunday: Marked

April 05, 2018 18:32 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

How has the extraordinary Resurrection of Jesus Christ changed our ordinary, everyday life? We have been marked by God, but are the marks we look for in everyday Christians the right ones... listen in.

Justice

March 19, 2018 20:01 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

God is very concerned with the laws of the nation-state of Israel being just. He commands the people to rule justly in all they do. Many of the laws that are laid down reveal God's desire for justice that we can find reaffirmed in the New Testament. Listen in as we explore Deut 16.

Generosity Towards Others

March 14, 2018 19:20 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB

Giving to God as an act of worship does not stop at giving to the church. All of scripture testify to God's desire for HIs people to be generous in their dealings with others. Listen in to hear how Moses exhorts Israel to deal with the needy among them, and what we can learn from that today.

Tithing - how does it relate to us today?

March 09, 2018 19:39 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Moses speaks to Israel on the subject of tithing. How does that relate to us today? Do we tithe? What is the difference between the Old and New Covenant? We dive into the subject to give a godly perspective on what it means to give to God in today's world.

Temptations to Idolatry

March 01, 2018 17:15 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

Every day we are experiencing temptation from things around us to worship false gods. Join us as we explore the three main temptations toward idolatry Moses lays out in Deut 12 and 13: false prophets, relationships, and culture.

The Old vs New Covenant

February 19, 2018 16:24 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

Many people mistake the change in covenant God has with His people for a change in God himself. Today we explore some of the differences between the old and new covenant and how that changes our relationship with God but not God himself.

Not Your Righteousness

February 16, 2018 13:56 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

God shows Israel that what they are receiving is not due to their own good works before Him. He is doing it out of love. Another section that could have come straight from the New Testimant as we learn how God is never changing.

Remembering God

February 05, 2018 17:27 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

Join us as we explore Deuteronomy 8 and learn the secret to living by the word of God.

The Greatest Commandment

January 29, 2018 17:46 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MB

Moses begins his sermon on the 10 commandments to Israel. How can they take these commands and apply them to their life and nation? Chapter 6 begins to answer that question with the greatest commandment of all.

The Effects of Idolatry

January 23, 2018 16:54 - 32 minutes - 45 MB

Deut 4:15- 40. Before the second telling of the 10 Commandments, Moses reminds Israel what will happen if they follow idols and what will happen if they do not. Listen in to learn more about who God is!

Before the Promise Land

January 15, 2018 21:04 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

Deuteronomy is one of the most quoted books of the Old Testament in the New. Jesus constantly refers to it. This Sunday we intro this amazing book of the Bible and dive right into Chapter 4:1-14.

Vision Sunday: One Year Celebration

January 08, 2018 20:46 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MB

Acts 2:42-47 describes an amazing community of believers. It has been that prayer of our church. Listen in as we talk Vision of ZION NYC on our 1 year birthday party!

False Confession

December 19, 2017 15:38 - 34 minutes - 47 MB

Jesus continues his conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount by going over false confessions. How is it possible that people would confess Christ but not be known by Him in eternity? Listen in.

The Narrow Gate

December 12, 2017 20:29 - 42 minutes - 58 MB

Jesus warns of false teachers and the path that they lead you in. We look at this text and apply it to today. What are some of the dangerous false teachings and teachers that around today?

Our Father

December 12, 2017 19:41 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

ASK, SEEK, KNOCK - A widely talked about scripture. What is Jesus telling his followers that He will give them everytime they come to Him with the request? Jump in and learn what HIs good gift is!

Treasuring God

November 06, 2017 19:36 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MB

What is the greatest thing vying for your attention and worship? Most Christians think it is Satan. Jesus has a different response. Listen in to learn about how to treasure God above all else in your life.

Retaliation and Love

October 25, 2017 17:05 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

Jesus first says he did not come to abolish the law, then he seems to contradict it. What is happening? Listen in as we explore how Jesus views retaliation and the higher calling he pushes us towards as his followers.