Gospel Light Fellowship: Recent Episodes
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Before one can harvest, one must first plant a seed. In order to grow, a seed must die. Norman encourages us to grow in Jesus.
Marvin's sermon reminded us that life constantly tempts us to chase after distractions that look appealing, or pull us toward enraged reactions, and by doing so pull our focus away from Christ's Kingdom. He urged us to recognize the dichotomy between God's Kingdom, and earthly sides, and to not be swayed by sides, struggles, or the things that grasp at our lives, but to remain anchored in putting God first.
The choice before us is simple: to live blind, chasing what fades, or to believe, keeping our eyes fixed on the One who never fails.
Dwight talks about what it means to be a servant for Christ. What are you willing to die for? What are you teaching others? Are you rooted in truth?
Shane draws from the stories of both William Wilburforce and Adoniram Judson as lives that portray a true heart of worship, and takes us through scriptures to show the biblical model of living a life one hundred percent for Jesus.
In this message Ellis emphasizes being spiritually prepared for Christ's return rather than trying to predict its coming.
In this episode, Ellis explores what the bible says about false prophets, and how to discern truth from deception.
Norman exhorts us to remember the reason we are on this earth as we sojourn as ambassadors for the Kingdom.
Dwight exhorts us to form our lives in such a way that is conducive to noticing the broken-hearted and the struggling. And in doing so, living our lives for the glory of God.
Aaron guides us through scriptures highlighting the role of mercy through Christ, and uses an object lesson to display how we are not defined by our past.
Ellis explores the majesty of God as presented through the fulfillment of biblical prophesies and more.
Dwight talked about commitment to following God. We all have a calling and God requires out full commitment.
Norman shares on how true freedom is found through whole-hearted, lasting commitment to Jesus.
Dwight recounts the story of Jonah to challenge the hearers to spread the good news instead of sleeping.
Norman reflects on the question of is life fair. He uses real life stories of ones who have experienced challenges and uses their responses as a testimony to the redemption in their lives.
Eldon speaks on the attitude of The Good Samaritan, and the blessing that lies in going out of one's way to help others (especially one's enemies) in times of need.
Norman shows how a Godly marriage commitment is idealized in Christ's relationship with the church, and gives an exhortation toward a Godly relationship in marriage.
This message highlights Daniel's steadfastness in resisting earths pleasure and choosing God's way. Keith also preaches on modern idolatry and how it can affect our walk with God.
Ellis talked about what Holiness looks like for God and then also us here on this earth.
Following a baptism, Dwight delivers a message from Romans 12, on the topic of transformation and renewal through Christ.
Norman uses the example of Achan to point out the severity of sin and its effects on us and others.
Marlin, with an object lesson, shows how even though all of us have different purposes in the Kingdom of God, we all serve toward the same goal, and should not think of ourselves as being in competition with each other.
Ellis talked on finishing the Christian life and that it isn't about finishing the race first, but about finishing well.
Norman talked about baptism and circumcision, and how we should be intentional with our Christian life.
Marvin shows us, through the scriptures, how the social hierarchy is flipped when it comes to God's Kingdom. When Jesus said, "He who is least, shall become greatest" He effectively dispersed the structure of the world with regards to power, influence, and servitude.
Ellis looked into the qualifications for a good Spiritual leader and how we view the devil in our lives with Christ.
Eldon finalizes his series on the Kingdom of God by speaking on our assignment, and urges the church to embrace our calling toward living in our role in the Kingdom.
Eldon shares about the importance of the King of the kingdom of heaven, God, our Father.
Eldon speaks on the importance of us knowing who we are and what we are called to in the Kingdom of God.
Eldon speaks about the Kingdom of God, and draws distinctions on the Kingdom versus religions of the world. He also calls us to action to hold the keys to the Kingdom - and use them!
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Norman gives a brief overview of how the early Anabaptist's foremost goal were to walk in Christ's love.
Ben reflects on the importance of a strong foundation for the Christian. With Christ as the cornerstone, we can strengthen our foundation.
Ellis encourages us from 1 Peter 3, to not rely on our circumstances for our happiness, but rather on the One who bears our burdens alongside us.
Dwight speaks on the imperative call in the scriptures to walk circumspectly in the world that we live in.
Norman talked about how to respond when we fail. He explained the failures of Peter and how we can relate to him and how he responded to failure.
Zach talked on pride and how to correctly view yourself inside of your relationship with God.
Brandon read the passage (Luke 2:1-21) and talked about the early stages of Jesus life.
Norman talked about how to patiently wait for an answer from God, and the difficulty to do so.
We all desire to life a life filled with purpose. Cultivating a life of purpose is sometimes difficult to live. Aaron gives scripture with all his points to give us confidence in our ability, with God at the center, to live a life of purpose.
Ellis speaks to the congregation about the urgency of spreading the hope that we carry in us through Christ.
Dwight guides us through Proverbs 22:17-29 and urges us to incline our ears to the Gospel.
Delbert Schrock shows, through the scriptures, a blueprint for living the complete versions of ourselves in all facets of life: body, soul, and spirit.
Dwight Schrock took a look into Proverbs 22:7-16 and talked on how handling finances wisely is important.
Ellis challenged us on modesty, marriage, and the role and responsibility of the husband and wife.
Keith highlights how the ministry of Jesus was happening so often simply throughout the day, while He was in the process of His travels and tasks, and how that can translate to how we do ministry in our own hometowns, every day.
Nick touched on how our lives should be like Christ, including our words, our thoughts, and our actions.
Norman took a look into Hebrews 11, shared on different accounts of faith, and how that should look in our lives.
Dwight gave us a look into the life of Daniel and the way he purposed to serve God in his life, and the correlation to the purpose in our lives.
Marlin encourages us to recognize the thoughts we have and how we should view and control them.
Ellis spoke on laying down our lives for Christ, and how that will affect our representation of Christ in the everyday matters.
Norman finishes up his series on Brotherhood, challenging us to Abide in Christ, work together as a body, each using our talents as one. Stand behind our minister and build up the church.
Dwight challenges us in Matthew 25 : 14-30 about using the talents God has given us to bring glory to His name. Sometimes our inaction brings the same result as doing wrong.
Norman continued on his topic of love, emphasizing forgiveness, abiding in Christ, and staying in the truth.
Aaron gives his recent life experiences as an example of how our Heavenly Father cares deeply for each one of us.
Ellis draws from 1 Peter 2 showing us how Christ needs to be the cornerstone of our lives. With Christ as our cornerstone we become a holy people, a royal priesthood.
Dwight shares what peace should look like in a Christian's life, especially in the tough times.
Who are Holy people and how can we be Holy? Ellis expounds on 1 Peter 2 to teach us 3 points on what it looks like for us to be holy.
Dwight encourages everyone but especially the mothers, to recognize sound doctrine and teach truth to our children. Your example and teachings are highly influential.
Norman encourages us to show Christlike love to the brotherhood, regardless of our differences.
Ellis expounds on the verses in 1 Peter chapter 1. He gives 5 points that give us assurance of who we are in Christ and give us a hope like the one Peter experienced.
Eldon expounds on Jesus' greatest commandments. Do you love yourself more than God or your neighbor? Eldon explains the correct order of these important commandments.
Zach Helmuth
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Norman talks about different aspects of Christian business, and covers our input into others and time management.
Aaron preaches to the children in two stories: Man & the Hidden Treasurer and The Prodical Son.
Norman talks about the rebuilding of the wall, and talks about the goodness of God even in hard times.
Ellis talks abut the life of Joseph in Genesis 45, and brings in some points about Saul and Paul.
Norman preaches in Deuteronomy 31:7 and makes a few points on the new year: Remember, Refocus, and Revelation.
Norman goes into Joseph's meeting with his brothers and the guilt that the brothers faced after selling him away.
Dwight talks about what we are doing with what we have and poses the questions:
Do we have time for others and Do we go to church out of more than just habit.
Norman talks about how we can care and bear each others trials and tribulations as we walk along the ups and downs of life.
Keith talks about what are role is an how are time and resources should be used and, like the good Samaritan, how we can help.
Ellis continues from last time starting with joseph being sold to Potiphar and ending with Joseph being put in prison.
Ellis started a series on the life of joseph, starting at the beginning and ending with him sold in Egypt.
Norman talks about how we should carry out humility in our daily lives. He also gives, as a comparative example, the difference between Aaron & Miriam and how they compared to Jesus.
Ellis goes into the importance of spiritual sight to a Christian and how it is carried out.
Ellis shares on the taste that God is and furthermore how we as Christians should taste.
Eldon share on the position that prophets have in the church and how to recognize a true one.
Even with all the negativity around us in the world, the goodness of God is still evident. Aaron encourages us to see and focus on God's goodness given to us.
Dwight shares the love that meets the issues of life and the world and how it empowers those who are willing to follow Christ.
Norman shares on many different points but he focuses on the option each and every one of us have to do good or wrong.
Dwight shares on the true love that God shows toward us, and how this theme of love permeates the entire Bible.
Dave encourages us to not take in the poisons of the world. Greater is He that is in us then he that is in the world.
Dave Miller preaches that God has given us the Holy Spirit to preach and live the word BOLDLY!
The veil has been torn, making available for us to enter into the presence of the Holy One. Dave Miller encourages us to enter into His presence.
Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him, saith the Lord? Dave Miller beckons us to look into our hearts and replace the secret sins with the secret of the Most High. Jesus is the healer of our secret places.
Revival - To make fresh and strong again. Dave Miller of Gospel Express Ministries explains the importance and value of revival by expounding on scripture and using stories illustrating God's power through revival.
At the beginning of a New Year, what will be your sure foundation? Who is the one that you will be able to rely on? Dwight explains Psalms 23, who God is as a shepherd, and how he can be our shepherd through the next year.
Norman shares on several points concerning child raising. He brings out points that all can derive benefit.
Marvin speaks on the ultimate formula of the successful Christian life, bringing freedom and rest.
Norman talks about the value of fasting. He lists a number of things that fasting can do for us.
Do you extend the same amount of patience towards others that God demonstrates towards you? Norman gives examples of how a lack of patience can ill-effect friendships and not portray a Christ-like example.
How do you discern between right or wrong? Is God and absolute to you? Eldon explains that God and His Word are what we should hold fast to as Truth
Dwight shares how the Kingdom of God compares with the kingdom of this world. He answers the question of what is worldliness.
Ellis brings out comparisons of how an Olympian reaches the ultimate goal and how a Christian is to reach their ultimate goal. Are you pressing on toward the mark?
Norman prods the members of God not to grow lax or forgetful of their original faith. Salvation is for all but only those who accept it will receive it.
Eldon shares about the judgment and grace of God starting from the very begging of creation and culminating with the end.
Marvin expounds on the Christ's teachings to the woman and how it applies to us. Marvin opens up new realizations to Ezekiel.
Dwight share an encouraging message on servanthood and how we are all called to be a servant. Dwight ties servanthood to motherhood.
Lynn shares on the history of the Russian Mennonites and their successes and failures. We can learn from their history.
Keith shares on the generational divide and the responsibility of the older generation.
Eldon reminds us of our light and what we are doing with it and what we should be doing with it.
Keith shares on encouragement on the difference between the the two thieves on Calvary and how similar they were and maybe are to us.
Eldon shares a few words on the cause of the deaths of Nahab and Abihu, and how Christians can avoid ending in the same way.
A message from Ephesians 6:10-24 by Dwight Schrock at Gospel Light Fellowship in Kalona, IA.
Are you sold out for God? Listen to Keith talk about Mark 10:17-13. Gospel Light Fellowship in Kalona, IA. March 7,2021.
Words by Eldon Helmuth on Galatians 6:10-12 at Gospel Light Fellowship on Feb 21, 2021.