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William Heinrich · Esther 7:1-8:17
Haman has built a gallows to hang Mordecai. The decree to wipe out the Jews is already sealed and can't be undone. Things look as bad as they can get. This sermon works through...
William Heinrich · Esther 3:1-15
Esther 3 is the chapter where the trap gets set. Haman has just been promoted to the highest office in the Persian Empire, and there's one man at the king's gate who won't bow to...
William Heinrich · Esther 1:1-22
God's name doesn't appear once in the Book of Esther. Not once. And yet the whole book is full of his fingerprints. That's the question this sermon sits with. What does it mean...
William Heinrich · Esther 2:1-23
Esther chapter two reads like a series of small, ordinary events. A king needs a new queen. A girl gets assigned a good room. A man happens to be sitting near a gate at the right...
William Heinrich · Esther 5:1-14
Esther walks into a room she's not allowed to enter, and the law says she dies for it. That's where chapter five picks up, and the sermon sits with that moment long enough to let...
William Heinrich · Esther 6:1-14
There's a night in Esther 6 where everything hangs by a thread. Haman's gallows are being built. A death decree hangs over every Jew in the Persian Empire. And the king can't...
William Heinrich · Esther 4:1-17
Esther chapter four opens with Mordecai in sackcloth and ashes, crying through the streets, and it's the image the whole sermon turns on. He wants Esther to notice. She does, and...
Johnnie Sloan · 3 John 1:13-14
The closing verses of Third John are only two, and a sermon could move past them quickly. This one does not. Taking 3 John 1:13–14 as its text, the sermon works through John's...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Pastor Johnnie Sloan works through Article 21 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession, tracing what Christian liberty actually means and what it doesn't. The sermon's central...
Johnnie Sloan · 3 John 1:12-12
There's a man named Demetrius who appears in exactly one verse of the Bible. He gets twelve words. And those twelve words might be the most remarkable thing said about any person...
Johnnie Sloan · 3 John 1:9-10
There's a man in the Bible who only appears once, and John doesn't have kind things to say about him. His name is Diotrephes. He wanted to be first. He blocked the apostle's...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Pastor Johnnie Sloan works through Chapters 19 and 20 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession, covering the law of God and the gospel in a single session. The sermon follows the...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
There's a difference between perseverance and assurance. Most people use those words like they mean the same thing. They don't. One is what God does to keep you. The other is what...
Johnnie Sloan · 3 John 1:1-8
There's a man in this letter named Gaius. You don't know much about him. Neither does anyone else. But the apostle John wrote him a personal letter, and what John says about him...
Johnnie Sloan · 2 John 1:12-13
Second John is one of the shortest letters in the Bible. But short doesn't mean light. It carries a warning, a plea, and a picture of what Christian community is actually supposed...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
There's a question underneath this sermon that most people never stop to ask. What actually makes a good work good? Not good by your standards, or mine, or what feels right on a...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Faith is a word we use all the time. But if someone stopped you today and asked what it actually means — where it comes from, how it works, whether what you have is the real thing...
Johnnie Sloan · 2 John 1:10-11
Second John closes with some of the sharpest words in the letter: do not receive false teachers, and do not even greet them. This sermon works through what John means by those two...
Johnnie Sloan · 2 John 1:7-9
Pastor Johnnie Sloan works through 2 John 7–9 in the third part of his series on truth and love, and this installment takes a sharp turn: not everyone who claims to follow Christ...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Chapters 11 and 12 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession address justification and adoption, and this sermon works through both in sequence, treating the confession's paragraphs...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Pastor Johnnie Sloan works through Chapters 9 and 10 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession, tracing the doctrine of the will from creation through the fall, regeneration, and...
Johnnie Sloan · 2 John 1:1-6
Second John opens with an apostle reporting what he has heard: some of the children are walking in truth, just as the Father commanded. That news produces exceeding joy in John...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Chapter eight of the London Baptist Confession of 1689 takes up the mediatorial work of Christ — his person, his offices, and his saving work on behalf of his people. The sermon...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 5:13-21
Closing out a series on 1 John, Pastor Johnnie works through the final nine verses of the letter, from John's stated purpose in verse 13 through his parting command to keep away...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Sermon on chapter six of the 1689 London Baptist Confession works through the doctrine of sin from its origin in Adam to its reach into every part of human nature. The central...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 5:4-12
Pastor Johnnie Sloan examines what it means to genuinely overcome the world through faith in Christ. Drawing from 1 John 5, he unpacks how believers gain victory not through...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Beginning with creation itself—that deliberate exhibition of divine glory—the text moves through humanity's unique status as image-bearers and into the heart of God's providential...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
We live in an age of diluted theology. Gods are customized to suit personal preferences—a cosmic therapist here, a distant clockmaker there. But the God revealed in Scripture...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 4:7-5:3
The distinguishing mark of authentic Christianity isn't doctrinal perfection or religious performance. It's love—radical, sacrificial, unconditional love that mirrors God's own...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
When faced with competing interpretations of Scripture and shifting theological winds, many Christians wonder whether historical confessions remain relevant. This sermon series...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 3:24-4:6
In a culture where truth feels increasingly negotiable, John's first letter cuts through the confusion with remarkable clarity. He doesn't offer us vague spiritual principles or...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 3:11-23
John's letter demands a radical reassessment of what it means to follow Christ. The Christian life is not merely intellectual agreement with doctrine, but a lived reality...
Walter Resendes · Daniel 9:24-27
Daniel's prophecy of seventy weeks stands as one of Scripture's most precise and remarkable predictions. This sermon unpacks one of the Bible's most debated passages—Daniel...
Johnnie Sloan · Exodus 20:12
Motherhood stands at a crossroads. Modern culture dismisses it as restrictive, outdated, and beneath women's potential, yet Scripture presents an entirely different narrative—one...
Johnnie Sloan · Proverbs 24:11-12
In a world drowning in information yet starved for genuine action, Pastor Johnnie Sloan challenges us to confront an uncomfortable truth: we have become desensitized to suffering...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 2:28-3:10
What separates authentic faith from empty profession? The Apostle John tackles this question head-on, challenging us to recognize the difference between genuine believers and...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 2:18-27
The "last hour" refers to the period between Christ's first and second coming, during which those "against Christ" actively rise. Rather than obsessing over end-times prophecy...
Johnnie Sloan · Proverbs 25:28
In Proverbs 25:28, we encounter a striking metaphor: "Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down without walls." This ancient wisdom speaks directly to our...
Johnnie Sloan · Proverbs 26:17
Pastor Johnnie Sloan delivers a compelling message on Proverbs 26:17, addressing one of humanity's most common failings: the irresistible urge to meddle in other people's...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 2:15-17
Christians face an uncompromising command: do not love the world or its systems. But what does "the world" actually mean, and how does this command apply to daily life? This...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 2:12-14
Pastor Johnnie Sloan continues his series through 1 John by examining how genuine Christianity is discerned not through external measures, but through one's response to God's Word...
Johnnie Sloan · Proverbs 1:20-33
Pastor Johnnie Sloan challenges us to distinguish God's voice from the endless noise competing for our attention. In Proverbs 1:20-33, Wisdom cries out publicly, offering God's...
Johnnie Sloan · John 11:1-44
On this Resurrection Day, we're examining John 11 to understand what it truly means that Jesus is "the resurrection and the life." This isn't merely a promise about the...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
The final message in this series confronts a reality that should concern every serious Christian: dangerous ideas have infiltrated conservative churches and denominations. The...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 2:3-11
Knowing God is synonymous with being in a relationship with Him and keeping His commandments, which are also referred to as "the word." Saying you know God without obeying His...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Pastor Johnnie Sloan discusses how society's direction and epistemological concerns are leading to a decline in genuine knowledge. People are increasingly reliant on readily...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 1:8-2:2
Pastor Johnnie Sloan addresses the tension between grace and holiness in 1 John 1:8–2:2. He warns against self-deception—claiming sinlessness while denying responsibility through...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 1:5-7
Pastor Johnnie Sloan explores 1 John as a tool for examining the authenticity of Christian faith. The sermon emphasizes that true Christianity requires more than sincere belief—it...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
This sermon addresses the persistent tension between biblical fidelity and cultural accommodation within the church. Pastor Sloan examines how contemporary pressures—political...
Johnnie Sloan · Selected Scriptures
Pastor Johnnie Sloan addresses a critical problem facing conservative churches: the gradual shift from God-centered to man-centered theology. While external threats to...
Johnnie Sloan · 1 John 1:1-4
Defining what it means to be a Christian can be as difficult as defining what it means to be good. The book of 1 John addresses this question directly, providing tests for genuine...
Johnnie Sloan · Ecclesiastes 1:9
In an age of constant innovation and cultural flux, the church faces pressures that are far from new. This sermon explores how timeless human tendencies manifest in contemporary...
Johnnie Sloan · Colossians 3:23
Pastor Sloan challenges the belief that only extraordinary accomplishments matter to God. Drawing from Colossians 3:23, he reveals how everyday actions—raising children, cleaning...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 13:20-25
In this concluding message to the Hebrews series, Pastor Johnnie Sloan emphasizes Jesus as the central focus of Scripture and the believer's life. He warns against allowing even...
Johnnie Sloan · Psalms 25:1-22
In this sermon from Psalm 25, David shows great humility and patiently waits on God. Pastor Sloan then emphasizes that salvation marks the beginning of a relationship with God...
Johnnie Sloan · Psalms 16:1-11
Psalm 16 offers simple yet profound life principles, exemplified by David's life of trust and contentment. David confidently trusts in God ("Preserve me, O God, for in you I put...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 13:7-19
In this message from Hebrews 13, Pastor Johnnie Sloan wants you to know that your faith isn't just about you and God—it's about serving your church family! He challenges the idea...
Johnnie Sloan · Psalms 22:1-31
Pastor Johnnie Sloan examines Psalm 22, a psalm of raw suffering that begins with David's cry of abandonment—"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"—yet concludes with...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 13:1-6
Hebrews has been showing us again and again that Jesus is better—better than the old ways, better than anything we might cling to for security. In Hebrews 13:1–6, that truth gets...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 12:18-29
Hebrews 12:18–29 sets two mountains side by side. Sinai was marked by fear—smoke, darkness, and a voice the people begged not to hear again. That scene reminds us what it means to...
Walter Resendes · Revelation 1:1-22:21
This sermon offers a clear, step-by-step overview of the Book of Revelation, addressing why it can feel difficult to interpret—its dense symbolism, vivid imagery, and frequent Old...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 12:4-17
The book of Hebrews is a powerful and often misunderstood text. While many churches focus on topical preaching, often using snippets from Hebrews, a verse-by-verse approach...
Johnnie Sloan · Psalms 8:1-9
Psalm 8 captures what happens when we pause and take in the vastness and beauty of creation: it points beyond itself to God’s greatness. David looks at the stars and asks a...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 12:1-3
Hebrews chapter 12:1-3 challenges believers to examine what's holding them back from following Jesus wholeheartedly. Drawing from the faith-filled lives of Old Testament saints in...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 11:3-39
Hebrews 11 is often called the "Hall of Faith," but what if we've been missing the main point? Instead of focusing solely on the individuals listed, what if Jesus is the central...
Johnnie Sloan · Psalms 7:1-17
Verses 3 and 4 contain the heart of the message: "O Lord my God, if I have done this...if there is iniquity in my hands, if I have repaid evil to him who was at peace with...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 11:1-2
Hebrews is sometimes treated like a collection of stand‑alone verses, but it’s a letter with a clear, steady message: Jesus is better. Better than the old covenant system, better...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 10:19-39
As the year draws to a close, many of us find ourselves contemplating New Year's resolutions. While setting goals isn't inherently wrong, the cycle of breaking them can be...
Johnnie Sloan · Isaiah
In a world obsessed with fleeting trends and temporary fixes, where social media fuels a constant craving for immediate gratification, it's easy to get caught up in the...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 9:15-28, Hebrews 10:1-18
Johnnie Sloan · 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
If Gratitude were a competition, how would you do?
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 7:1-28, Hebrews 8:1-13
This sermon is a survey of Hebrews 7-8! This passage can seem daunting, but understanding it leads to deeper worship of Jesus. We surveyed this text, focusing on the supremacy of...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 5:11-13, Hebrews 6:1-20
Is your faith a steady anchor, or are you still drinking milk? This week's sermon dug deep into Hebrews 5:9-6:20, challenging us to move beyond the basics of Christianity and grow...
Johnnie Sloan · Hebrews 5:1-10
Understanding Jesus as Our High Priest (Insights from Hebrews 5) The book of Hebrews offers profound insights into the role of Jesus as our High Priest, particularly relevant for...
Walter Resendes · Revelation 3:1-16
Johnnie Sloan · Luke 6:36
Are you struggling with a critical spirit? Do you find yourself constantly pointing out flaws in others, even when masked as "constructive criticism"? This week's sermon...
Walter Resendes · Revelation 2:18-29
Sergio Magana · Titus 1:10-16
This sermon, the fourth in a series on Titus chapter one, focuses on identifying and rebuking false teachers within the church. Sergio Magana teaching from Titus 1:10-16 discusses...
Johnnie Sloan · John 14:8-31
Pastor Johnnie Sloan preaches this sermon as part of a Gospel of John series, focusing on John 14 and exploring Jesus' preparation of his disciples for their post-resurrection...
Johnnie Sloan · Matthew 7:24-27
Johnnie Sloan
In this sermon "It's Our Privilege (We Have a Great Commission)," Pastor Johnnie Sloan emphasizes the crucial role of evangelism, urging believers to overcome their fears and...
Johnnie Sloan · John 6:22-29
In his sermon on John 6:22-29, Pastor Johnnie Sloan emphasizes the significance of believing in Jesus as the Son of God and placing God's glory above personal desires. He...
William Heinrich · Romans 14:10
William Heinrich · Habakkuk 1:1-17, Habakkuk 2:1-20, Habakkuk 3:1-19
Johnnie Sloan · John 1:1-5
Series: The Gospel of John Title: Introduction to Jesus the God-Man Text: John 1:1-5
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