Transformation Church - Audio Podcast
354 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 146 ratingsTransformation Church (TC) was started in 2010 and is led by Pastor Derwin L. Gray. We want to join God in His mission by embodying our vision to be a multi-ethnic, multi-generational, mission-shaped community that loves God completely
(Upward), ourselves correctly (Inward), and our neighbors compassionately (Outward). We hope this podcast will be a tool in which the life-transforming love of Jesus Christ reaches the lives of many!
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The Good Shepherd: The God of New Life
November 06, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn this message, we�ll learn what it means to have new life in Christ.
Mystery: Who Is the Body of Christ?
October 02, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWhen we decide to follow Jesus, we become part of a new family. This new family is sometimes called �the body of Christ.� In this message, we�ll learn what it means to be the body of Christ and how we all play an important part.
Mystery: Who Is the Elect? (Part 1)
September 18, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBAs God�s people, we are chosen by Him. In part one of this sermon, we will grow in our understanding of what it means to be God�s elect.
Mystery: Who Is the Flock of God?
September 11, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn the Bible, God is referred to as a Shepherd. That means we, the Church, are His sheep. In this message, we�ll explore what it means to be the flock of God with God as our Great Shepherd.
Mystery: Who Are the People of God?
September 04, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn our last sermon, we learned that the Church is not a building; it�s a people called out of darkness into God�s marvelous light. In this message, we�ll learn what it means to be the people of God from 1 Peter 2:9-10.
Mystery: What Is the Church?
August 28, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThe Church is not a building. It�s a people with a purpose, but for some, all they know of the Church is a stage or a steeple. In this message, we�ll discover what it means to be the Church.
Mystery: What Is the Mystery of Christ?
August 21, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe�re kicking off our new sermon series by answering the question, �What is the mystery of Christ?� In this sermon, Pastor Derwin will show us how understanding this mystery helps us become who God has called us to be.
TC Welcomes 2022: TC Welcomes Beth Moore
August 14, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re wrapping up our TC Welcomes series by welcoming Beth Moore! Beth is an author of multiple best-selling books and Bible studies, as well as a friend of Pastor Derwin and Vicki. She leads Living Proof Ministries in Houston, Texas with the purpose of encouraging and teaching women to know and love Jesus through the study of Scripture.
TC Welcomes 2022: Eyes Up
August 07, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we are excited to hear from our very own Alexandra Hoover! Alexandra serves on our staff at Transformation Church as Director of Office of the Pastor. She is a speaker and writer, and she is passionate about communicating the gospel�s beauty and hope. She recently released her first book titled, Eyes Up: How to Trust God�s Heart by Tracing His Hand.
TC Welcomes 2022: Our Mission in This Moment
July 31, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re excited to welcome Ed Stetzer! Ed Stetzer, Ph.D., is a professor and dean at Wheaton College where he also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. He has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches; trained pastors and church planters on six continents; and has written hundreds of articles and a dozen books.
TC Welcomes 2022: TC Welcomes Glenn Packiam
July 24, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re excited to welcome Glenn Packiam! Glenn is a pastor and the author of several books, including The Resilient Pastor, Blessed Broken Given, and Worship and the World to Come. He is also a Senior Fellow at Barna Group, a visiting fellow at St. John�s College at Durham University, and an adjunct professor at Denver Seminary.
TC Welcomes 2022: TC Welcomes Skye Jethani
July 17, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re excited to welcome Skye Jethani! Skye is an author, speaker, and former pastor who spent more than a decade reporting on issues of faith and culture for Christianity Today.?He currently co-hosts the Holy Post podcast and writes?WITH GOD DAILY, a digital daily devotional for people who hate devotionals.
TC Welcomes 2022: TC Welcomes Lysa TerKeurts
July 10, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re excited to welcome Lysa TerKeurst! Lysa is the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several books, including Forgiving What You Can�t Forget, It�s Not Supposed to Be This Way, and more. She is a friend of Pastor Derwin and Vicki�s and has a passion for equipping women to study the Bible daily and teaching others with ministry dreams to write, teach, and lead.
TC Welcomes 2022: TC Welcomes Lysa TerKeurst
July 10, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we�re excited to welcome Lysa TerKeurst! Lysa is the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several books, including Forgiving What You Can�t Forget, It�s Not Supposed to Be This Way, and more. She is a friend of Pastor Derwin and Vicki�s and has a passion for equipping women to study the Bible daily and teaching others with ministry dreams to write, teach, and lead.
TC Welcomes 2022: Biblical Unity is a Harmony
July 03, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe are kicking off our summer guest series, TC Welcomes, with a message from one of our very own Transformers, Dr. Joel Muddamalle! Joel serves as the Director of Theology and Research for Proverbs 31 Ministries and Lysa TerKeurst, and he is also a part of our preaching team at Transformation Church. In this message, Joel will teach us about the importance of biblical unity and how we can pursue it on our lives.
The Bible Says WHAT?!: Is God Anti-Science?
June 26, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIs God anti-science? In this sermon, Pastor Derwin walks us through scriptures and information from several scientists to help us understand that faith and science are not in competition but go hand in hand.
The Bible Says WHAT?!: Does the Bible Support Slavery?
June 19, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThe Bible has sections that talk about slaves, but does that mean it condones slavery? In this sermon, Pastor Derwin will walk us through the context of these scriptures to show us that the Bible does not support slavery, but instead, promotes a family of oneness through the gospel.
The Bible Says WHAT?!: Is Jesus Really the Only Way to God?
June 12, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIs Jesus really the only way to God? In this sermon, Pastor Derwin will walk us through scriptures that show us that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.
The Bible Says WHAT?!: Should Women Be Silent in the Church?
June 05, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWhat does the Bible say about women in ministry? In this sermon, Pastor Derwin walks us through several Bible verses that show us how Jesus valued women and that women are a gift to the body of Christ.
Color-Blessed: What is a Color-Blessed Culture? (Part 3)
May 29, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe�re wrapping up our Color-Blessed sermon series with a message about unity. When we live from the unity we have in Christ, we reflect God�s beauty and hope in our divided world.
Color-Blessed: What is a Color-Blessed Culture? (Part 2)
May 22, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, we are continuing our sermon about color-blessed culture with a message on holiness from one of our own Transformers, Dr. Joel Muddamalle. In this sermon, Joel will teach us what holiness is and how we can pursue it in our lives.
Brain Health Awareness 2022: The Brain Warrior's Way
May 15, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe are celebrating Brain Health Awareness Month at Transformation Church by hosting an interview with Dr. Daniel Amen and his wife, Tana. Dr. Amen is a physician and psychiatrist with a mission to end mental illness by revolutionizing brain health. In this interview, Dr. Amen and Tana will talk about the importance of brain health and how we can use God�s truths to develop a healthier mind and brain.
Color-Blessed: What is a Color-Blessed Culture? (Part 1)
May 08, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBCulture is more than what we say�it�s how we live. In this sermon, Pastor Derwin and Vicki Gray will answer the question, �What is a color-blessed culture?� and teach us how we can implement it in our lives.
Color-Blessed: Who Is My Neighbor?
May 01, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn Luke 10, Jesus tells a story about a man who had the courage to overcome ethnic boundaries to show love to his neighbor. Through faith in Christ, we have the power to do the same.
Color-Blessed: How to Have Hard Conversations
April 24, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBOftentimes, we avoid conversations that make us feel uncomfortable, even when they are necessary. However, because we have peace through Jesus, we can learn how to speak the truth to others in love.
Color-Blessed: All Are Welcome in God's Family
April 17, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBEaster is a beautiful story about God getting His family back, and this Easter, we are celebrating the new, color-blessed family God has given us through the life of Jesus.
Color-Blessed: All Are Welcome at God's Table
April 10, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe are kicking off our new sermon series, Color-Blessed, with a message about how all are welcome at God�s table. In Christ, our ethnic distinctions are not obliterated, they are celebrated.
Overcoming Discouragement: Remember, Jesus Will Not Abandon You
April 03, 2022 00:00Discouragement can often make us feel alone and forgotten. However, God�s Word reminds us that He is always with us, even when we don�t realize it.
Overcoming Discouragement: Remember, Hope is a Person
March 27, 2022 00:00When discouragement comes, we often forget that God is with us. By reading Scripture, we can remember the truth that God is always with us and has a purpose for us.
Overcoming Discouragement: How Do We Overcome Discouragement?
March 20, 2022 00:00In life, we face many disappointments, but not alone. In your discouragement, remember that God is sovereign, He is for you, and He is with you.
It's Time for Different: It�s Time to Be an Unlikely Fighter
March 13, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis weekend, we�re excited to welcome Pastor Greg Stier! Greg is an evangelist, author, speaker, and founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries. In this message, Greg shares how God uses unlikely fighters to face unbeatable giants using examples from the Bible.
It's Time for Different: It�s Time to Be Generous
March 06, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin continues our series, It�s Time for Different, with a message about generosity. As Christ followers, financial generosity is an act of worship. When we experience the generous grace of God, we are moved to live generous lives.
It's Time for Different: It�s Time to Serve
February 27, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Paul invites us into a new perspective on serving others. In Jesus, we have the perfect example of humility, compassion, and love. In response to His grace, we join Him on His mission to serve others through meeting their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs.
It's Time for Different: It�s Time to Connect
February 20, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin walks us through what it means to approach all of life as worship. When we live fully devoted to Jesus, everything we do becomes worship. There is no secular versus sacred; everything is for the glory of God.
It's Time for Different: It�s Time to See All of Life as Worship
February 13, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin walks us through what it means to approach all of life as worship. When we live fully devoted to Jesus, everything we do becomes worship. There is no secular versus sacred; everything is for the glory of God.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love Our Neighbors
February 06, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin continues our It's Time for Different sermon series with a message on the importance of loving our neighbors. In this special anniversary sermon, Pastor Derwin reminds us that because our neighbors matter to God, they should matter to us. When we love others well, we show them the love of God.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love Yourself Correctly (Part 3)
January 30, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin preaches a powerful message on the importance of loving ourselves correctly. Part of loving ourselves means having a true understanding of our identity. As Christ followers, we�re called to find our identity in Jesus rather than in the world.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love Yourself Correctly (Part 2)
January 23, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Paul continues our It�s Time for Different sermon series with part two of a message on loving yourself correctly. In Jesus, we are righteous, chosen, and loved, and we're called to see ourselves that way.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love Yourself Correctly (Part 1)
January 16, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin and Vicki Gray continue our sermon series, It's Time for Different, with a message on the importance of loving ourselves correctly. When we learn who we are in Christ, we learn to see ourselves as chosen and holy. Through this message, we will learn to regard ourselves in a healthy way.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love God (Part 2)
January 09, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin preaches part two of a message on loving God. As we see in the story of the woman who anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, when we know we are forgiven, we grow in love for God.
It's Time for Different: It's Time to Love God
January 02, 2022 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin kicks off our new sermon series, It's Time for Different, with a message on why Christ followers love God. Instead of using God and loving things, the gospel calls and empower us to love God and use things for God�s glory.
Remember: The Untold Story of Christmas: Remember God's Presence
December 24, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin and Vicki Gray preach a special Christmas Eve message to conclude our Remember sermon series. During this message, we contemplate and celebrate the presence of God through the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Remember: The Untold Story of Christmas: Remember God's Peace
December 19, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Paul Allen preaches on how Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah would forgive sins and create peace between God and humanity. Peacemaking and reconciliation are intrinsic to the call in following Jesus.
Remember: The Untold Story of Christmas: Remember God's Performance
December 12, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin continues our Remember sermon series with a message on performance. Zachariah prophesied that the Messiah would free us from slavery to sin, death, the dark powers. Because the Messiah performs through His people, we can walk in holiness and righteousness.
Remember: The Untold Story of Christmas: Promise
December 05, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin preaches a message on the promise of God fulfilled by the birth of Jesus. In the book of Luke, Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah is the fulfillment of God�s covenant to Abraham. God promised to give Abraham a family that was made up of all the ethnically diverse families on the earth. In the fulfillment of this promise, we get to share in the Messiah�s life and ministry.
Remember: The Untold Story of Christmas: Power
November 28, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Clayton King joins us for the first week of our Remember sermon series! Pastor Clayton will be preaching a powerful message on the power of God. In the book of Luke, Zechariah prophesied that the Messiah would bring God�s power into the world. Sin, death, and the dark powers have been defeated by Jesus.
God, Do You Hear Me?: Developing a Wartime Mindset - Part 2
November 21, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin concludes our God, Do You Hear Me? sermon series with a message on how the armor of God helps us fight the true battle over dark powers. When we recognize that our strength comes from God alone, we don�t live afraid of sin, death, or evil anymore; instead, we remember that, in Christ, we are already victorious!
God, Do You Hear Me?: Developing a Wartime Mindset - Part 1
November 14, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin continues our God, Do You Hear Me? sermon series with a message on developing a wartime mindset. We�re in the midst of a spiritual war, but we�ve already won. God has given us special armor to wear so we can be effective in our already promised victory.
God, Do You Hear Me?: Discovering the Power of Forgiveness
November 07, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin is continuing our God, Do You Hear Me? sermon series with a message on forgiveness. In Christ, forgiveness is possible as we discover who God is and who He calls us to be in Him. Instead of holding onto hurt, betrayal, and disappointment, we can be free in Him.
God, Do You Hear Me?: Depending on the Bread of Life
October 31, 2021 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin is continuing our God, Do You Hear Me? sermon series with a message on how Jesus is the bread of life. As the bread of life, Jesus is our provider, our breadwinner. He alone sustains us with his being.