2023 Sabbath Sermons

Trust In The LORD With All Your Heart!

At the end of each year it seems that many people, (with good intentions) make goals which can be hard to achieve and maintain. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares some thoughts about how we can set reasonable goals for the new year while trusting in the LORD to help us to follow through.


Not In The Flesh But In The Spirit

Romans chapters 6-8 are often misquoted and misunderstood by Christians to the point that many begin to condone living in sin. Did God “do away” with His Law? Can I live in sin and be given eternal life? Does grace remove the Law of God? What is the contrast of living in the flesh and living in the spirit? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin answers these questions and more while showing that its vital that we live in the spirit now, and showing from the Bible how this is possible!


Who Are Left & Who Are Taken?

Much of Christianity is confused when it comes to Jesus’ words about being left and being taken found in Matthew 24 and Luke 17. Does it make a difference as to what we believe in this regard? What does the Bible really say regarding the doctrine of the tribulation and who is left versus who is taken? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin uses many Bible verses to help clear up any confusion one may have regarding this doctrine.


Removing The Obstacles (Part 5) – When Christ Returns

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares the manner in which Christ returns and why living according to God’s will is so important today. This is part five in this series of sermons.


Removing The Obstacles (Part 4) – Christ in You

Who is the holy spirit? What is the holy spirit? The vast majority of Christians believe that the holy spirit is a third person who is the comforter spoken of in John chapter 14. Is this true? In this eye opening sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler answers these questions from the Bible! This is part 4 in this series of sermons.


Was Christ Ever In Christmas?

Christmas is one of the most celebrated holidays in the world. Many Christians will tell you that this is the time of Jesus’ birth and it should be celebrated to honor Jesus Christ. Is this the real reason for the Christmas holiday? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares some of the history behind Christmas and its origins.


Removing The Obstacles (Part 3) – Life and Death

Many people, including Christians, are confused about what the Bible teaches about life and death. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares many Scriptures about this topic. This is part 3 in this series of sermons.


Do You Know What You Believe?

The majority of Christians will very likely tell you that they know what they believe. However, when pressed to give a Bible answer, many have difficulty showing what they truly believe from God’s Word. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin discusses why it is so important to know what you believe and to have the ability to show others from the Bible!


Removing The Obstacles (Part 2) – The Law And The Gospel

Does the New Testament destroy, or do away with the law of God? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares vital points about the Gospel of Jesus Christ and what it means to fulfill the Law. This is part two in a series of sermons.


Be Anxious For Nothing – Really?

Many people today are anxious about world events. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows what the Bible has to say about reducing our anxiety level.


Removing The Obstacles

Many times when reading or studying the Bible our understanding of what we read may be affected by the things which we have learned from our church or denomination. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler clearly presents what the word of God says about a variety of topics which many misunderstand. This is the first in a series of sermons by Rick.


“To Him That Overcometh”

Many Christians want to do the will of God but we all have things in our lives that are difficult to overcome. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a study on the seven Churches of Revelation.


Did God Create Evil?

Many Bible critics accuse God of creating evil because Isaiah 45:7 says, “I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these things.” (King James Version) Does this verse mean that God created Evil? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin examines this verse in its context and shares other verses which reveal the true character of God.


Life And The Law

What would the world be like if there were no laws? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows the need for Jesus in our life! Rick shows that while God’s law does not save us it serves as a protection for us. We see how it’s Jesus that helps us to keep God’s law successfully!


What Do You Know?

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a message which shows that many times we may think we know all that what we need to know in order to have a relationship with God. But the most important thing is knowing Jesus.


A Paradise Lost

In the beginning, God made everything beautiful and without sin. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler takes us on a Biblical journey from paradise lost, to paradise restored.


The Word Of God Under Attack!

Since the beginning of the world, God and His Word have been under attack. As time goes on, this seems to be more and more prevalent. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin goes into some detail to show how the Word of God is being changed and how it affects Christian beliefs today.


Laying The Foundation For Prophetic Interpretation

When reading the Bible, how can we know what is to be understood as literal and what is to be understood as figurative or symbolic? How can we better understand Bible prophecy? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares several things we must consider when reading the Bible and particularly when studying Bible prophecy.


We Are Bought With A Price

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares more about the marvelous gift God has given to humanity by sending His only begotten Son. Rick reminds us that living our life for God is not always an easy task. But with God all things are possible!


Seen and Not Seen

Sometimes Christians believe certain doctrines simply because they believe what their church teaches or perhaps they have grown up being taught doctrines which they thought were Biblical to later find out that they are not Biblical at all. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows us why it is so important to follow God’s Word and not men.


Forgetting Those Things Which Are Behind!

All have sinned and fall short of the Glory of God. (Romans 3:23) Sometimes we may dwell on the past and this can bring us down in many ways. Is it really possible to forget the sinful things we may have done in the past? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows how we can stop dwelling on past sins and move forward in Jesus!


When Do We Decide?

Sometimes in life we may put things off, so-to-speak because we believe we will have time to do them in the future. The truth is, we don’t know how much time we have left in this life because, “time and chance happen to them all” (Ecclesiastes 9:11 NKJV). In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler helps us to see why now is the time to choose eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord!


Do The Work Of An Evangelist!

Preaching the Gospel is not always easy. Yet, in the Bible we are told that we must do the work of an evangelist. In this sermon Prophecies of hope evangelist Mark Martin shares some ways in which everyone can have a share in ministry.


Become All Things To All Men!

Within Christianity there are differing views as to the proper names of God and His Son, and even about the identity of God and His Son. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin asks and answers a number of questions regarding the Divine name. He also addresses Thomas’ statement in John 20:28, “My Lord and my God”.


What Did Moses See?

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler gives a brief study of what Moses may have seen when he had an encounter with God on the mountain.


Out of Egypt, Out of Sin

Thousands of years ago God miraculously delivered His people out of the land of Egypt. God has also made a way to miraculously deliver humanity from sin! In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows us from the Bible some of the parallels between the deliverance of Israel in the Old Testament and the deliverance of God’s people from sin and death today!


Honesty and Truth

Honesty and truth are two things which seem nearly impossible to find among people today. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a number of Bible accounts which show why it is so important to do all things in honesty and truth.


The World Is Passing Away!

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin speaks on the very controversial topic of pride as viewed by the world today. We will see the importance of sharing the Gospel with people of all backgrounds and lifestyles and Mark shares ways we can do this effectively whether they are believers in the word of God or not.


Preaching The Gospel

While Christians believe in the Gospel, most of the Christian world does not realize the impact of the full Gospel and how it can change your life today. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin gives an overview of the full Gospel story and the difference it can make in your life.


Wisdom, Foolishness and Strong Delusion

Sometimes difficult Scriptural passages can be easily explained by simply allowing the Bible to change our perspective. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler examines several texts which to some, may seem contradicting.


Are We There Yet?

Most Christians long for the day that the Lord will be seen coming in the clouds! In the mean time, what can we do today to make the best of the time we have left in this present world? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares some Biblical thoughts and texts which may help some to cope with things in this world.


The Day Of The Lord Will Come!

An age old question which has been asked by Christians for centuries is, when will the Lord come? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin considers important Bible texts which point to this prophecy.


Enduring The Race Of Faith!

This world does not make it easy to live a Godly life. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares a number of Bible texts to encourage people to endure in their walk with Jesus despite the trials which may come upon us.


The Promise of a New Heaven and Earth

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares many Scriptures from both the Old and New Testaments which point to the hope we have of the new heavens and the new earth!


…By The Word Of Their Testimony

The Bible book of Acts records the testimony of how Saul became the Apostle Paul. This is shared several times in the book of Acts. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares Paul’s testimony from Acts and encourages people today to openly share their personal testimony about their walk with Jesus!


The Sign Of Being Sealed

Two words or terms in the Bible which are often misunderstood is the word, “sign” and the word “seal” or “sealed”. What does it mean to be sealed? Is there a sign to know that we have been sealed? How is one related to the other, and are one or both necessary for salvation? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler will answer these and other questions using the Bible.


Have You Prayed About It? (Part 2)

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a personal testimony and shows how prayer can have a tremendous effect on our lives, even in the small things. This is part 2 of a two part series.


Have You Prayed About It? (Part 1)

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a personal testimony and shows how prayer can have a tremendous effect on our lives, even in the small things. This is part 1 of a two part series.


The Last Supper

This sermon was given for the observance of the Lord’s Supper on the evening of April 4, 2023. Prophecies of Hope streamed this service live for people around the world who wanted to be able to participate in a communion service.


You Shall Be Witnesses To Me

Jesus said “You shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8 NKJV) In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares part of the Apostle Paul’s missionary tour and shows the importance of preaching the Gospel to everyone!


Into What Were You Baptized?

In the Book of Acts we see tremendous transformations happening among people who want to follow Jesus. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin reviews Acts chapter 18 and part of chapter 19 to show how knowing Jesus can change us and protects us from the adversary.


Overcoming in a World of Compromise

Many people today make compromises simply to “make life easier”. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares a number of Bible accounts to show how overcoming is better than compromise.


Where Did Sin Begin?

Where did sin begin? There are a number of varying opinions among Christians as to where sin started. But, what does the Bible have to say about this topic? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin gives a Bible study which confirms not only where sin originated, but shows when the devil was cast out of heaven.


The Word of Life

Jesus is the Word of God! The Bible is also the Word of God! In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shows us how reading the written Word, the Bible, and following the living Word Jesus Christ, can help us to truly know the Father and His Son so that we can have Christ living in us!


Return On Investment!

When one invests in the material things of this world, there is nothing that will give an instantaneous or an absolute guaranteed return on your investment. When we follow Jesus there is a cost involved but what is the return on our investment? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Mark shares what the Bible has to say about the return on our investment in Christ Jesus.


Count The Cost!

What does it mean when the Bible says to count the cost? Is the “cost” of being a Disciple of Jesus worth the trouble? In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin takes a close look at the cost of being a Disciple of Jesus and what this may involve.


Valentine’s Day, Is It All About Love?

Valentine’s Day is a very popular holiday in the United States of America and in other parts of the world. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shares some of the origins of Valentine’s day and also contrasts these things to what the Bible teaches about the true love of God and His Son.


Stephen; “Full of Faith”

In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares the account of Stephen found in the Bible book of Acts and shows how Stephen’s faith and testimony can encourage us today!


The Witness of Peter and John

In the Bible book of Acts, it’s amazing what we find when the holy spirit is poured out upon the disciples. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares the powerful witness of the Apostles Peter and John which we find in the book of Acts!


The Open Door

Since the first sin in the Garden of Eden, God has wanted to have a way to dwell among His people. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope speaker Rick Tyler shares lessons from the Old Testament sanctuary which point to how God restores this relationship through Jesus Christ.


The Law Of God In Galatians!

Was the Law of God abolished or, “wiped away” when Jesus died? Does the New Testament do away with the Ten Commandments? Many Christians believe that Galatians chapter 3 shows that the Commandments have changed. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin addresses this often misunderstood topic by examining the book of Galatians chapters 3-5. This is part 11 in series of sermons which show God’s love for humanity.


The Law of God / The Law of Moses – Is There a Difference?

What is the law of God? What is the law of Moses? Are they one in the same or are they separate? Is there a difference between the Ten Commandments and the Mosaic law? Are these laws for Christians? What is the difference between the new covenant and the old covenant? These are extremely important questions! While there are many varying opinions about these things, the vast majority of Christians have difficulty answering these questions from the Bible. In this sermon Prophecies of Hope evangelist Mark Martin shows many Bible verses which will clearly answer all of these questions and more from the Bible itself. This is part 10 in series of sermons which show God’s love for humanity