PM Scripture Reading: Revelation 3.1-6 This Evening’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey THE HEART OF REVIVAL Revelation 3.1-6 Introduction: The Lord rebuked Sardis saying, “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead” (Rev. 3.1). For the church in Sardis, revival was in order! Revive: “to restore to consciousness or life, reanimate; to restore from a depressed, inactive or unused state; to renew mentally” (Webster). It is imperative that we learn from this account… WHAT IS IT THAT NEEDS REVIVAL? First, understand what doesn’t need revival or restoration: The authority of Christ (Matt. […]

AM Scripture Reading: Luke 13.22-27 This Morning’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey THE NARROW WORDS OF JESUS Luke 13.22-27 Introduction: Jesus called people to discipleship, but His call was always a call to action, for immediate and continued obedience, for total commitment & consecration. Jesus responded to the question, “Lord, are there few who are saved?” by saying, “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able ” (Luke 13.23-24). The restrictive response has nothing to do with “limited atonement,” but it has to do with the unwillingness […]