EMBC Sermons: Recent Episodes
Pastor Bob Ray
Matthew 26:47-75 God always ultimately controls the course of history which will reestablish forever His eternal rule over His universe.
Matthew 26:17-35 Jesus’ body and blood were given to provide forgiveness of our sins so that we can be with Jesus forever.
Matthew 26:1-16, 20-25 Jesus’ death to each of us is either one of the most meaningful or the most meaningless events in history.
Matthew 25:31-46 How you respond to Jesus and His followers determines your eternal destiny on judgement day.
Matthew 25:1-30 Loving Jesus and seeking to glorify Him continually reveals we are truly prepared to meet Him face to face.
Matthew 24:36-51 Readiness for Jesus’ return requires active faithful service to Him even though we cannot know when He will return.
Matthew 24:1-35 Believers in every age seek to be faithful to Jesus every day as if He could return for us on any day.
Matthew 23:1-39 Don’t live for the applause and praise of men but for the glory and praise of God.
Revelation 1:5, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Lamentations 3:21-23 No matter how bad we blew it yesterday, no matter how difficult the circumstances you are going through today, today is a new day and we can begin again because we serve a God who makes all things new and promises His presence to lead us through the … God Who Makes All Things New Read More »
John 1:1-18 In this sermon we look at what the birth of Christ means as seen in John 1. John describes Christ as the “Word,” as the bearer of “light,” as as the “Word” that became “flesh.” These descriptors can show us much about Christ’s coming and make us grateful for the way God has … God Speaks Read More »
Various scripture passages Thoughts from Mary and Joseph between the time Gabriel visited Mary and the shepherds came to see the Babe in the manger.
John 1:14; Luke 2:15-17, 29-30; Matthew 2:11; John 1:29; Luke 23:42-43; Luke 23:42-43; 1 John 1:1-3; 1 John 3:1-2 Believers will see the One they have yearned to see since they have received the forgiveness Jesus purchased for them with His blood. Believers will see the One they have trusted with their lives, the One … Seeing Salvation Read More »
John 1:1-18 Jesus of Nazareth is the very God of eternity who alone can save us from sin.
Matthew 2:13-20 Don’t be robbed of the joy of celebrating Christ’s birth by focusing on the wrong priorities.
Matthew 22:15-46 Jesus never fails but whoever seeks Jesus’ downfall will ultimately fail and be destroyed.
Matthew 22:1-14 Don’t miss God’s gracious invitation to join Him in His glorious banquet and His Kingdom.
Matthew 21:18-46 Christ Jesus denounces fruitless religion and replaces it with His life-giving presence.
Matthew 21:1-17 Believers purposely confront evil and injustice by following Jesus’ courageous example.
Matthew 20:16-34 Christ Jesus sacrifices Himself willingly for us and expects His children to follow His example of serving and sacrifice.
Matthew 19:30-20:16 God deals with each of us from grace and His grace toward us is always lavish and extensive.
Matthew 19:16-30 Eternal life can’t be worked for by doing good but is given when you believe, receive and begin to follow Jesus Christ.
Matthew 19:1-15 God intends one man become one flesh with one woman in marriage until death alone destroys this union
Matthew 18:21-35 God’s children live lives of continual forgiveness because of the great forgiveness we have experienced.
Matthew 18:15-20. God’s people seek to help each other continually turn from sins so we can stay close to God and one another.
Matthew 17:22-27 and 18:1-14 Believers embrace childlike dependence and humility as they love and care for the little ones among us.
Matthew 17:1-21 Glimpses of Jesus’ glory now reveal what we will experience eternally as we live forever with Him.
Matthew 16:13-28 The Savior who suffered for us calls us to bear our cross and suffer for Him.
Matthew 16:1-12 Be sure to not allow your position, status, privilege, or love of sin keep you from the love of Christ.
Matthew 15:21-39 Jesus shows Himself to be the Savior of even those who may seem far away.
Matthew 15:1-20 True faith in Jesus changes us from the inside out and rejects false and shallow traditions.
Matthew 14:13-36 Jesus works through the weaknesses of people who turn to Him to show His power and reveal His greatness and glory.
Matthew 14:1-12 Believers thirst for, seek after and speak truth to every generation regardless of the consequences.
Matthew 13:24-58 God’s ever-growing kingdom continues in this world until its fullness is completed by the return of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 13:1-23 Those who respond to truth receive more truth and those who reject truth become more and more deceived.
Matthew 12 22-50 Persistent and unchangeable refusal to respond to the Holy Spirit’s wooing moves us to the point of no return that will never seek God’s forgiveness.
Ephesians 3:14-21 The glory of God leads us to seek sanctification for ourselves and pray in supplication for others
Luke 2:41-52, John 6:38-40, John 8:38-44 How did Jesus relate to his earthly and heavenly fathers, and what can we learn from His comments on fathers?
Matthew 12:1-21 Following Jesus frees us from rule-keeping religion and provides rest and peace.
1 Corinthians 9:15-27 How far are you and I willing to go in sharing our lives so others might come to know Christ?
Matthew 10:16-42 Jesus’ presence in our lives provides courage and power to faithfully carry out His mission until He returns!
Matthew 9:35-38, 10:1-15 Jesus calls His children to be on mission with Him in spreading the good news of the gospel.
Matthew 9:14-19 Believers seek to allow God’s Holy Spirit to lead them specifically as they carry out the work He has called them to do.
John 18:28-40, John 19:1-22 Human beings either partner with God or are pawns of God to ultimately accomplish His purposes in the world.
Matthew 9:9-13 We are all in dire need of knowing God, so it is great good news that Jesus acts to meet the greatest need of those who are powerless to help themselves.