Does It Really Matter?
The vast majority of Christians celebrate holidays which are commonly associated with things that we may consider to be Biblical in origin. Do the ancient origins of a religious holiday make a difference in God’s eyes? Does it really matter? Are we willing to give this serious consideration and make any needed changes in our thinking in this regard? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin considers these questions from both a historical and Biblical point of view.
Baptize Them In The Name Of…
Matthew 28:16-20 is known by the majority of Christians as, “the great commission.” Did Jesus say to baptize in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin takes a close look at Matthew 28:19 and the baptisms which occurred in the Bible after the time of Jesus’ words in Matthew 28.
A Call To Worship
Revelation 14:7 Says, “…fear God, and give glory to Him; for the hour of His judgment is come: and worship Him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.” (KJV) In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows why it’s so important to understand this verse, what it means for us today and how this is a call to worship the one true and living God.
You Shall Not Surely Die
In nearly every religion in the world, there is the belief of immediate life after death. Within Christianity the vast majority of Christians believe in the immortality of the soul and in an eternal burning hell fire for the unbeliever. Is this what the Bible teaches? In this sermon, Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short shows what the Bible teaches regarding these doctrines.
“All Things”
Many people speak in absolutes such as, “He never…” or “She always…” Many times when speaking this way its an exaggeration of how one perceives the situation. In the Bible we find absolutes such as the phrase “All things”. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler addresses several places where the absolute, “all things” is used in the Bible and how this affects us today and for eternity.
What Is The Spirit Of Antichrist?
Over the years, we at Prophecies of Hope have spoken numerous times as to the identity of the Antichrist, but we have never addressed the “spirit of Antichrist” according to the context of 1 John chapter 4. What does this term mean? In this brief sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares what the Bible teaches about the spirit of Antichrist.
Valuable Lessons From Jesus’ Sermon
Just prior to Jesus giving His sermon on the Mount, we find that Jesus had cured and healed many people who had various infirmities and diseases. (Matthew 4:23-5:2) Is it possible for these things to happen today? If so, could we be deceived into believing or not believing something Jesus wants us to understand? If not, why would Jesus mention these things in other Bible texts. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin answers these questions from the Bible.
He Will Lead If I Will Follow
How do the things that occur in everyday life affect our thinking? Can the devil influence us through our 5 senses? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows some subtle and even not so subtle ways in which the devil tries to influence us and how we can guard our heart from his attacks.
Walking In The Light
What does it mean to be walking in the light? How can we do this? Can my lifestyle reflect the true light? Is it possible to be deceived into thinking we are walking in the light while we are really in darkness? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short answers these questions from the Bible.
I Will Dwell In Them
The Old and New Testaments go hand in hand, so-to-speak. The patriarchs and prophets of old understood the plan of salvation and what it would do for them. How did they know these things? How much detail was given to them? How did the sanctuary in the Old Testament show them about Jesus, and how much detail did it involve? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler gives us a basic tour and overview of the Old Testament sanctuary and why this is so important!
We Will Obey The Voice Of Jehovah Our God! Really??
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short examines the account in Jeremiah chapter 42 from a modern day perspective.
The Gospel Must Be Preached!
Every year since 2012 Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin has preached a series of lectures proclaiming truths from God’s Word which some believe are controversial. Some people have asked, “Why do you do this every year?” In this sermon Mark answers this question from the Bible.
Ready Or Not…
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows how God has given His people crystal clear lessons about the plan of salvation even in the Old Testament! At some point this plan of salvation will be fulfilled whether we are ready or not.
There Is A Storm On The Horizon
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short examines current events in the light of the Bible.
The Real Reality
In this world many things are backward in a moral sense. Good is bad, and bad is good so-to-speak. How can we discern what is right and wrong? What do we use as our moral compass? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares Bible accounts which will help us to see the real reality!
Behold The Lamb of God
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares many Bible texts which prove the identity of Jesus Christ the Son of God.
Stepping Out In Faith
In this presentation Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares the testimony and some of the miracles of how the Prophecies of Hope church came about while showing a slide presentation of many improvements made to the church.
The Justice of God
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short shares from the Bible how God is both loving and just in His judgement.
Temple of the Living God
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows from the Bible how we are the temple of God, (1 Corinthians 3:16-17) and how we must be cleansed before Christ’s return.
Be Ready To Witness!
In this lecture Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares his personal experience of witnessing to a Christian lady who is a missionary that witnesses to Muslims in Africa.
And On The Seventh Day God…
In this lecture Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin examines Genesis chapters 1 and 2. In these chapters we find that God created the earth in 6 days, each day being pronounced with “evening and morning”. Interestingly, in Genesis 2:1-3 there is no actual mention of “evening and morning” on the seventh day. Why is this so? Also, when did God make the seventh day Holy and when did He bless it? The Biblical answer may surprise you.
Cleansing The Temple
In the Gospel of John chapter 2 we find that Jesus cleanses the temple. Why is this significant? How does this affect us today? Is there a “cleansing of the temple” that needs to take place today? If so, what does this mean and how does it occur? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short addresses these questions and more.
The Perfect Candidate
When we meet people on a daily basis do we consider them candidates for the kingdom of God? In the first century, who would have known that Saul who persecuted Christians would become Paul who eventually wrote many New Testament Bible books and become a candidate for the kingdom? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows the importance of witnessing without partiality and doing so whenever we have the opportunity.
Knowing God
Many Christians claim that God is a mystery and we cannot possibly know or understand Him. Is this true? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short shares an abundance of Scripture texts which show that God reveals Himself to humanity through His written Word and wants us to know Him intimately.
What Are We Waiting For? (Part 2)
This is the second of a two part sermon series in which Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows not only why it’s vital to be prepared for the second coming of Jesus, but how we can be ready.
What Are We Waiting For?
This is part one of a two part sermon series in which Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows not only why it’s vital to be prepared for the second coming of Jesus, but how we can be ready.
Christ In You The Hope Of Glory
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short shows from the Bible how we can have the spirit of Christ dwelling in us and why this is so important.
Faith Is The Victory
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler helps us to understand how faith gives us the victory over sin.
Study To Shew Thyself Approved
Jesus warned His disciples, “Take heed that no one deceives you.” (Matthew 24:4) With thousands of Christian denominations having many different beliefs, how can the Christian make sure that he/she is not deceived? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows why it’s vital to study our Bible and make sure we are not deceived by the teachings of men.
What’s In Your Heart?
The Bible teaches us that our heart is deceitful. Can we change what’s in our heart? If so, How? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin challenges us to do a self examination and ask God to put in us a new heart.
The Power of Choice
Most Christians realize that we need power from God. But why do we need God’s power? Why does He promise us His power? In this presentation Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows from the Bible how we can use the power given by God to make positive choices and changes in our lives when making both minor and major decisions.
Jesus Our Sacrifice
Many Christians have been taught that Jesus’ identity as the Son of God is just a metaphor, but what does the Bible have to say as to the true identity of Jesus? Is Jesus truly the Son of God? Is Jesus Divine? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed short takes an in depth Biblical look at this topic.
The True Vine
Jesus said, “I am the true vine” (John 15:1). In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows how we can become connected to the vine, what Jesus meant when He spoke about pruning to bring forth more fruit and the importance of daily Bible reading and study of God’s Word.
The Rest of the Gospel Story
This is the second part of a two part sermon series. Part one is entitled, “A Parable”. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short reveals part of the Gospel most Christians misunderstand which is, Christ in you. Knowing what this truly means is not only vital to how we understand the Identity of God the Father and His Son Jesus, but it also clarifies what the Apostle Paul was saying when he said, “For sin shall not have dominion over you: for you are not under the law, but under grace”. (Romans 6:14)
A Parable
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Ed Short lays a foundation from the Bible showing the beginning of salvation through Jesus Christ. This is part one of a two part sermon series. Part two is entitled, “The Rest of the Gospel Story”.
The Real Jesus
Acts chapters 3 and 4 show Peter and John preaching about Jesus. We find that they knew the true Identity of Jesus while many of the religious leaders did not understand these things. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows how even today when the real Jesus is preached, most people, particularly church leaders, do not accept the clear teaching of Scripture.
Time and Chance
Many things which happen to us in life are unexpected. No matter how careful we may be, tragedies may happen. As Solomon said, “Time and chance happen to us all.” (Ecclesiastes 9:11) In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares a personal testimony which shows the importance of having a personal relationship with God and His Son Jesus.
“How Much?”
How much does eternal life cost? Does it come with a cost to those who are given the gift of salvation? What did Jesus say about obtaining eternal life? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler answers these questions from the Bible.
The Origins of Easter
Millions and millions of Christians go to church on Easter Sunday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many may not realize the pagan origins of the Easter holiday. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin uncovers some of the pagan origins of Easter while showing what the Bible says about the importance of the death and the resurrection of Christ.
“Your Witness”
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares the ways our personal witness can impact others in a powerful way. Rick shows that it’s not just what we say, but it’s our daily interaction with people which can make a powerful witness for God and Christ.
Who Was “Saint Patrick”?
What do you know about Saint Patrick? Was he Irish? Did he teach the trinity using the shamrock? Was he Catholic? Did he accept the teachings of the Catholic church? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares several little known facts about the background and beliefs of the man known as “Saint Patrick”.
The Bread From Heaven
Jesus Said, “…My Father gives you the true bread from heaven, For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” (John 6:32-33 NKJV) How does this relate to the bread from heaven God provided for the Israelites when they came out of Egypt? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin compares the account in John chapter 6 to Exodus chapter 16 and shows why these words are important for us today.
Is God a Mystery?
Many times when a Christian is asked to explain the relationship of God the Father to His Son Jesus Christ, the Christian will say, “God is a mystery, we can’t possibly understand Him”. Is this true? Is God a mystery? Is it impossible to understand God and His Son? Is Jesus co-eternal with His Father? Is He co-equal with His Father? Is God truly a Father to Jesus and is Jesus literally God’s Son? In this sermon, Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin is speaking to a group of Christians in Lexington South Carolina and he addresses these questions and more while showing how God reveals Himself through His only begotten Son Jesus.
Ask, Seek, Knock
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler takes us to the Old Testament to view the garments of the high priest, Then Rick contrasts this to the garment Jesus wore when He was on earth and why it’s vital to have the living Jesus as our High Priest in heaven today.
Our Hope of Glory
Jesus said to His disciples, “I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;” (John 14:16 KJV) Who is this Comforter? Is it someone other than Christ Himself? Does it really matter what we believe in this regard? Many Christians are surprised to see what the Bible actually says about this topic. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler answers these questions from the Bible and shares why the true identity of the Comforter is so important.
Wisdom Personified
This is the second of two sermons covering Proverbs chapter 8. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows how the content of Proverbs 8:22-36 is much more than just the attribute of wisdom. Mark shows how a correct interpretation of these verses is absolutely vital to how we know and understand the relationship of God the Father with His only begotten Son Jesus Christ, and how this relates to all of humanity.
The Blessings of Wisdom
The blessings of wisdom are abundant! In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin gives an overview of Proverbs chapter 8. While this is a chapter which talks about wisdom, there is much more to proverbs 8 than there appears to be at first reading. Studying and understanding this chapter of Proverbs has had a profound impact not only on Mark’s understanding about Jesus and His identity, but this chapter has tremendously affected many other Christians as well. Proverbs 8 will be considered in 2 sermons.
Safety In Wisdom
There are many people who believe that living the Christian life is restrictive and confining. In this sermon, Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin gives an overview of Proverbs chapter 7 while illustrating how there is safety and freedom in following the wisdom from God.
Is The trinity Worthy of Worship?
It’s no secret that the vast majority of Christians believe in the trinity and believe that the trinity is worthy of worship. But what does the Bible teach regarding this topic? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler approaches this subject from a strictly Biblical point of view.
Spiritual Eyesight
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler contrasts the spiritual person to the carnal person, showing the importance of having a meaningful relationship with God. Rick shows from the Bible that having “spiritual eyesight” helps us to avoid being distracted by the things of the world and how this can keep us focused on the spiritual things of God through Christ Jesus.
Wisdom’s Warnings
In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin gives a detailed overview of Proverbs chapter 6 while showing how we can apply this counsel in a practical way today.