Title: Abiding in Christ

Speaker: Sal Gonzales

Date: February 15, 2026

Bible: John 15:1-10

The sermon centers on the vital truth of abiding in Christ, drawing from Jesus’ metaphor of the true vine and its branches in John 15 to emphasize that spiritual fruitfulness is only possible through continual dependence on Him. It confronts the cultural illusion of self-sufficiency by illustrating that apart from Christ, believers are barren and incapable of genuine spiritual success, using vivid imagery of sheep, pruning, and the Chinese bamboo to show that growth often occurs unseen and through divine discipline. The message underscores that true joy, fulfillment, and lasting significance are not found in worldly achievements or personal effort, but in a deep, abiding relationship with Christ, who is the only true source of life and satisfaction. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to surrender self-reliance, embrace dependence on God, and pursue Christ above all else, recognizing Him as the supreme prize and the only foundation for a meaningful, fruitful Christian life.

Title: Multiplying the Church

Speaker: Roger Whiteside

Date: February 8, 2026

Bible: Acts 6:1

The sermon centers on the vital principles that led to the early church's exponential growth, emphasizing that multiplication is not merely numerical but spiritual, rooted in faithfulness to God's Word, unity, prayer, and reverence for God. It highlights three essential functions of the local church—evangelism, discipleship through teaching, and mutual edification—and illustrates how the first believers were transformed by consistently engaging with Scripture, praying fervently, and living in harmony. The preacher underscores that true spiritual multiplication results from obedience to God’s Word, a deep fear of God that overcomes fear of man, and a commitment to gather regularly, even in weakness or hardship, to experience the power of God’s presence and the encouragement of fellowship. The message calls the congregation to emulate this model with consistency, humility, and boldness, trusting that when believers align their lives with God’s purposes, the church will be multiplied in numbers, strength, and impact.

Title: Keeping Spiritual Decisions

Speaker: Evangelist Paul Crow

Date: February 1, 2026

Bible: Psalm 119:57-64

The sermon draws from Psalm 119:57–64 to illustrate the ongoing process of spiritual growth, centered on a deliberate decision to follow God’s Word, which must be sustained through continual dependence on divine grace, intentional lifestyle changes, immediate obedience, resilience amid trials, and godly fellowship. It emphasizes that spiritual maturity begins with a conscious commitment, is maintained through reliance on God’s mercy, requires alignment of one’s life direction with divine truth, demands urgent action to avoid delay, withstands testing by adversity, and is deepened by fellowship with those who revere and obey God. The passage concludes with a call to perpetual learning and renewal, as the psalmist’s final plea—'Teach me Thy statutes'—reveals that spiritual growth is not a one-time event but an endless cycle of surrender, renewal, and deeper discipleship, sustained by God’s enduring mercy and faithfulness.