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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Family Matters: Love Shares
November 08, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn this sermon, Dr. McCarthy discusses our response to crisis as Christians and how we can love others in the midst of stress. As we love others during hard times, we show them God’s love for His family.
Family Matters: Love Considers
November 01, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn this sermon, Pastor Derwin teaches us how love considers others because Jesus and His Kingdom are above all. Through Christ, we should consider people more than we consider power, possessions, or position.
Family Matters: Faith Working Through Love
October 25, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn this message, ministry leader and author Beth Moore joins us to share how faith works through love. We live and walk by faith, but we are also invited to love by faith. Galatians 5 reminds us, through the power of the Spirit, we can learn to express our faith through the way we love others.
Family Matters: Love Forgives
October 18, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn this message, Bible teacher and bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst walks us through biblical forgiveness. Often, we hesitate to forgive because it feels unfair to let someone off the hook. As we remember that forgiveness flows from God first, we can learn to forgive others and find freedom.
Family Matters: Love Serves
October 11, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn our first week of Family Matters, Pastor Derwin teaches us that love serves. Scripture reminds us that we can love others by pursuing a posture of humility and representing the servanthood of God. How do we love people and serve them faithfully? Listen as Pastor Derwin walks us through this message.
Back to School: Love Looks Like
October 04, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThroughout this series, we have seen how Jesus is better than anything the world promises, even during difficult circumstances. When chaos surrounds us, we can fix our eyes on the cross. In this message, Pastor Derwin walks us through Hebrews 13 to show us what real love looks like.
Back to School: We Are Called to Faithfulness
September 27, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBInstead of fixing our problems, God will often fix our eyes on Christ Jesus. It is this call to faithfulness in Hebrews 10 that transforms us and gives us the confidence to continue towards Christlikeness.
Back to School: We Are the New Covenant Family
September 20, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe are all part of the multiethnic new covenant family of God, and we are sent out to worship Him, disciple others, and live on mission. Jesus made a way for us to be united to Him and has a redemptive purpose for our lives.
Back to School: Run to the Throne
September 13, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBHope has a name and it's Jesus. When we experience tough times, we can run to the throne of King Jesus. There we will be met with a loving embrace because He has built a bridge for us to have direct access to God the Father. We can approach the throne with boldness, knowing that He sympathizes with our struggle.
Back to School: Be Intentional and Do Not Drift
September 06, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe know that right now everyone is experiencing challenges. We are living through a year that no one could have predicted. Everywhere we turn, there is sickness, job loss, civil unrest, and more. In Hebrews, the writer tells his audience - many of whom were also experiencing unimaginable suffering - to remain intentional in their faith and not drift away. Family, we are called to do the same. Do not allow the troubles of this world to distract you from Jesus and His kingdom. Remember that He ...
Back to School: Jesus is Better
August 30, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn our second week of Back to School, we will explore why Jesus is better. The Christian life is not always easy. There will be times when we experience suffering and persecution for our faith. In these moments it is tempting to go back to the way life used to be before we knew Christ. We think that life was somehow easier back then. The truth is, Jesus is better. We can rest assured that He is trustworthy and sovereign, that He is working everything out for our good and His glory.
Back to School: We Follow The Son
August 23, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThe book of Hebrews was written to a group of Jewish Christians who were experiencing persecution. The struggle was so intense that many were thinking of abandoning Christianity to go back to the way things used to be. The author, however, urges them to continue in the faith. He wants them to go back to school and remember who Jesus is and why He is worth following. Go Back to School with us as we recall the basics of our faith and why we follow the Son.
God, Why?: God, Why Should I Believe Jesus Is God?
August 16, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe talk about Jesus all the time, but was Jesus really God? How does that work? Is God one or is He three in one? Many people have questions about the Trinity and the deity of Jesus. While there is mystery surrounding the Trinity, the Bible is clear that Jesus is Yahweh. Pastor Derwin explains why we should believe that Jesus is God and how Scripture points to this amazing truth.
God, Why?: God, Why Should I Trust A Book That Condones Slavery And Misogyny?
August 09, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThe Bible talks quite a bit about slavery and women. In many biblical accounts, these groups of people were treated as second-class citizens. Does the Bible condone these behaviors? If so, how can we follow it? Pastor Derwin breaks down what the Bible really has to say about slavery and women.
God, Why?: God, Why Are Christians Such Hypocrites?
August 02, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBDo you struggle with the attitude and actions of people who claim to be Christ followers but do not seem to reflect Him? Do you sometimes have difficulty reflecting Christ yourself? Holiness is a lifelong journey. Listen as Pastor Derwin unpacks what holiness means and how Christians will be known by their love.
God, Why?: God, Why Is There So Much Evil And Suffering?
July 26, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIt's one of the most asked questions in the religious space. If God is loving, why is there evil and suffering in the world? Pastor Derwin answers this challenging question and gives us hope as we face these very difficult times.
The Good Life: Happy are the Persecuted
July 19, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBPersecution is not something that we look forward to. However, Jesus said, Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. Can we really experience happiness in the midst of persecution? In this sermon, Pastor Derwin explores the answer to this question.
The Good Life: Happy are the Peacemakers
July 12, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBAs followers of Christ, we are called to be peacemakers in the world. When we were far from God, He reconciled us to Himself through His Son. As a result, we now have the ministry of reconciliation. We can be agents of love in our world, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Today Pastor Derwin shows us how we can live as peacemakers even when chaos surrounds us.
The Good Life: Happy are the Pure
July 05, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBBlessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. - Matthew 5:8. What does it mean to be pure in heart? And how do we do it? Pastor Derwin explains that as we pursue Christ and purity, we gain happiness.
The Good Life: Happy are the Merciful
June 28, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBMerciful people are happy people. God lavished His mercy upon us and now we can give it away to others. This week, Pastor Derwin will teach us from the scripture how we become merciful people?.
The Good Life: Happy Are the Hungry and Thirsty
June 21, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBHappy are the hungry and thirsty. This might not make sense for you, but what Jesus is talking about in Matthew 5:6 is hungering and thirsting for righteousness, not for physical food and drink. As believers, when we look at the injustices around us, it stirs something within us and gives us the desire to join Jesus in meeting the needs of this world. How can we join Jesus in healing the hurts of this world? Pastor Derwin will unpack how we can find happiness in hungering and thirsting for ri...
The Good Life: Happy Are the Humble
June 14, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBWhen you think of humility, what comes to mind? Do you think humble people are shy or timid? This week, Pastor Derwin will teach what true humility is and how having "Godfidence" plays into that. When we rely on God rather than on ourselves, we will be able to participate in His Kingdom and find true happiness.
The Good Life: Happy Are the Sad
June 07, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBHappy are the sad. Does that sound right to you? In Matthew 5 Jesus says, Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. This week, Pastor Derwin will teach us that when we lament over our individual and corporate sin, we experience God’s comfort and are moved to action.
The Good Life: Happy Are the Beggars
May 24, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBEveryone wants to be happy. We chase the good life like a young child chases shadows. But what if the happiness we’re all striving for isn’t the happiness we were created for? In our new series, Pastor Derwin points the way to true happiness found in the Beatitudes. Jesus invites us into a new life-giving rhythm that cultivates a flourishing, happy, transformative life.
RHYTHM: Mission
May 24, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis message is the culmination of our RHYTHM Series. Pastor Derwin shows us that as we learn to dance to the rhythm of God's grace our response will be to live on mission for Him.
RHYTHM: Hope
May 17, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBHope is a powerful force! It can transform our past, present and future. But, hope is only as good as the person or object you place it in. Pastor Derwin shows us from the scripture that our hope has a name and it is Jesus.
RHYTHM: Dancing When You Don’t Want to Dance
May 10, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThere are times in our lives that are harder to dance than others. Learning to dance in all seasons regardless of our circumstance is part of our growing in Christlikeness.
RHYTHM: Dancing to the Rhythm of Love
May 03, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBYou are constantly fed lies about how you should view yourself. But the scriptures teach us that dancing to the rhythm of God’s love requires you to see yourself as He sees you - in Christ!
RHYTHM: Rhythm of God's Presence (Holy Spirit)
April 26, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBLife has different rhythms. Some seasons are fast and others are slow. In this series Pastor Derwin will explain how no matter our season of life we should dance to the RHYTHM of God's grace!
RHYTHM: Read Scripture
April 19, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIn the opening message of RHYTHM Pastor Derwin will explain the importance of reading the Bible as rhythm of grace in your life.
Easter 2020: We Shall Rise
April 12, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBHe is Risen! Pastor Derwin explains how the rhythm of the life of Jesus made our redemption possible.
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Scarcity Mentality
April 05, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBA scarcity mentality is the belief that you will never have enough money. As a result, you turn money into a god and live from a place of greed. Pastor Derwin reminds us how generous God has been to us and how that should turn your greed to generosity.
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Insecurity
March 29, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBIt can be easy to doubt yourself or lack confidence in a decision. This week Pastor Derwin explains how simply resting can help you break through the wall of insecurity.
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Fear
March 22, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBFear comes in all shapes and sizes. Pastor Derwin and Vicki Gray will show us from the life of Esther how to break through the wall of Fear.
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Unforgiveness - Part 2
March 15, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week, Pastor Derwin continues to our Walls series as we look at Part 2 of Unforgiveness. He will show us from the scriptures what forgiveness is and what it is not!
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Unforgiveness - Part 1
March 08, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBThis week we continue our Walls Series by looking at the wall of unforgiveness. Pastor Derwin unpacks how unforgiveness will affect not only your relationships but also your physical and mental well being.
Walls: Breaking Through the Wall of Shame and Guilt
March 01, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBShame and guilt consume many of our thoughts on a daily basis. Whether it's a past mistake or something that was done to you, you may be walking around thinking that you deserve to be unhappy because of past circumstances. In Christ, however, there is no condemnation. You are no longer a slave to your past. You are redeemed and made new.
Action: Action in God’s Wisdom
February 23, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBJoel Muddamalle wraps up our series in James by looking at God’s wisdom and the life-transforming impact it has on us.
Action: Action in Meeting Needs
February 16, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBJames lays out how to practically live out your love for Jesus to those around you. Today we will look at what it really means to be "People of Action."
Action: 10-Year Anniversary Service
February 09, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBFor our anniversary, we take a look back and celebrate what God has done during the first ten years of Transformation Church and look ahead at what we are anticipating God will do in the next ten years.
Action: Action in Caring for the Vulnerable
February 02, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBAs we continue our study of James, we will look at what true devotion to Christ looks like. Prayerfully, we will come to understand that holiness is not a radical separation from society, but an involvement in the needs of the poor and socially ostracized.
Action: Action in Living Out the Gospel
January 26, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBPastor Derwin explains what it means to hear the gospel in such a way that we are moved to living it out. He will give practical spiritual decisions to put your faith into Action.
Action: Action in Silence
January 19, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBWe live in a fast-paced world, but Pastor Derwin will show us from the Book of James why we need to slow down and be silent.
Action: Action in Trials
January 12, 2020 00:00James reveals how even in suffering and persecution, God is acting on our behalf to use adversity to complete His goal in our life.
Action: What happened to James
January 05, 2020 00:00 - 1.55 KBAt one time, James the half brother of Jesus though that Jesus was out his mind when he claimed to be the Messiah. After the resurrection of Jesus, James became a leader of his half-brother's church. What changed?
Sent: Sent to the Oppressed
December 22, 2019 00:00 - 1.55 KBJesus was sent to break the chains of oppression. Our Advent Series continues as Pastor Derwin looks at what Jesus has to say to the rich young ruler and how His words to help break the chains of oppression in your life.
Sent: Sent to the Blind
December 15, 2019 00:00 - 1.55 KBOur Advent Series continues as Pastor Derwin explains why Jesus was sent to the blind. This series has already been such a blessing to so many and we can't wait to see what God is going to do this Sunday!
Sent: Sent to the Captive
December 09, 2019 00:00 - 1.55 KBReading through Scripture, it is evident that God wants to bring freedom to the world; and he does that through His Son. This week Pastor Derwin explains why Jesus was Sent to the captives.
Sent: Sent to the Poor
December 01, 2019 00:00 - 1.55 KBBeing poor is often looked down upon and sometimes is even equated with a sinful lifestyle. Pastor Derwin kicks off our Sent series by showing us that the scripture teaches that Jesus was sent specifically to the poor.
who we are: perseverance
November 24, 2019 00:00 - 1.55 KBAs Christ-followers we rely on God who gives us endurance as we continue to live on mission. We conclude our "who we are" series by looking at 4 ways God builds your perseverance.