
Alan Redpath
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Chosen to Be Holy
30K56:01ROM 7:24ROM 8:291CO 1:30EPH 1:4EPH 5:18HEB 12:141PE 1:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of holiness and the responsibility that believers have to strive for it. He highlights that this convention is of utmost importance, surpassing any other conventions happening in Dallas. The speaker also discusses the three possible outcomes for the world: the immediate return of Jesus Christ, the absolute destruction of civilization, or the continuation of the current state. The main focus of the sermon shifts to the experience of the fullness of the Holy Spirit, with the speaker introducing the theme for the day and laying a foundation for further discussion. He references Ephesians 1:4 and emphasizes the need for continuous blessings and transformation in the believer's life. The speaker also addresses the issue of rationalizing sin and the importance of recognizing and overcoming personal weaknesses. He concludes by highlighting the spiritual warfare that the Church faces and the need for the power of the Holy Spirit to effectively reach and transform lives.
(John) 01 - the Past
18K50:05JohnJHN 1:1JHN 3:1JHN 4:1JHN 6:35JHN 8:12JHN 10:11The video is a sermon on the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the prologue and the themes presented in the book. The speaker emphasizes that analyzing this gospel is almost blasphemy because of its depth and beauty. The prologue is divided into three distinct paragraphs, discussing the revelation of Jesus in relation to God, creation, and humanity. The speaker highlights that John's Gospel is unique in its account of the first year of Jesus' ministry and the message of the new birth, as well as the profound teachings given to the disciples at the Last Supper.
Beginning of the End
12K48:31MiracleEXO 20:8MAT 11:28MAT 14:13MRK 6:7MRK 6:30LUK 10:38In this sermon, the preacher discusses the Feeding of the Five Thousand, where Jesus teaches his disciples a valuable lesson. The preacher emphasizes the importance of giving everything to Jesus and allowing him to take control in order to reach others effectively. He highlights the tendency to rely on our own efforts and strategies to meet the needs of the crowd, but suggests that our behavior and actions should be the main attraction for people to witness. The preacher also emphasizes the need for rest and avoiding overworking in the Christian life, as it can lead to burnout and a loss of power.
(John) 08 - What He Takes He Breaks
11K48:53JohnMRK 6:71CO 13:42CO 5:14In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God's power rather than human programs or gimmicks. He uses the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand as an illustration of how Jesus works with what we have. The preacher highlights the need for complete surrender to God and the importance of reaching people through genuine love and care. He also discusses the disciples' lack of understanding and their focus on the cost of feeding the crowd rather than trusting in God's provision.
A Call for Prophetic Evangelistic Preaching
9.5K34:38Prophetic WordEXO 6:6ISA 1:18MAT 6:33JHN 3:16In this sermon, the preacher discusses a controversy between God and his people. He highlights how God had shown immense love and care for his people, providing for their needs and protecting them. However, despite experiencing God's goodness, many turned away from his law, breaking his heart. The preacher emphasizes that there are people listening who are living in a similar way, having once experienced God's love but now having sour hearts towards him. The sermon also mentions the importance of heeding God's warnings and calls for repentance.
(John) 02 - the Life Announced
9.0K49:34JohnJHN 1:1In this sermon, the speaker begins by leading the congregation in a prayer, asking for the Holy Spirit to guide their teaching and fill their hearts with the love of Jesus. The sermon focuses on the first part of the Gospel of John, highlighting the various titles and revelations of Jesus mentioned in the text. The speaker emphasizes the significance of these revelations, including Jesus being the Word, the Light, the Son, the Lord, the Lamb, the Rabbi, the Messiah, the King of Israel, and the Son of Man. The sermon concludes with a powerful story of a missionary named Helen Roseveer, who questioned the worthiness of her sacrifices, but was reminded by God to ask herself if she was worthy of worshiping and serving Jesus.
Lend Me Your Life
8.9K27:47Prayer LifeMAT 6:33MAT 7:7MAT 26:41LUK 11:1LUK 18:35In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of the church waking up from its comfortable and complacent state. He uses the analogy of God knocking on the door of a sleeping church, asking for three loaves to help a friend in need. The preacher criticizes the church for being too focused on programs and committees, and not enough on personal contact with people to lead them to Jesus. He highlights the contrast between the passionate longing of Jesus for his people and the church's lack of action. The sermon also references a television program about drug addiction, illustrating the desperate state of society and the need for the church to reach out and share the message of hope.
Beginning to Sink
8.8K50:14StruggleMAT 6:33MAT 8:26MAT 14:22MAT 14:30MAT 16:24In this sermon, Dr. Ireland Redpath discusses the story of Peter walking on water in Matthew 14:30. He highlights how Peter's defeat was reversed when Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him up. Redpath emphasizes the importance of crying out to the Lord for help in times of trouble, even if it is a short prayer. He also addresses the pressures and distractions of daily life that can cause us to lose focus on what truly matters. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to rely on Jesus and trust in His ability to hold us in the midst of life's storms.
(John) 05 - the Samaritan Woman
8.6K52:14JohnMAT 6:33JHN 2:23JHN 3:30JHN 4:2JHN 4:34JHN 4:43In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the passage from John chapter 4, where Jesus speaks to his disciples about the harvest. The disciples saw need, but Jesus saw the potential for a harvest. The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeing the opportunities for harvest in our own lives. The sermon also touches on the themes of God's life being revealed to the world and the acknowledgement of that life.
(John) 03 - the Witness of Works
8.4K53:51JohnMAL 3:1MAT 11:12MAT 21:12LUK 19:45JHN 1:1JHN 2:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jesus turning water into wine at a wedding. He emphasizes the significance of Jesus attending a wedding and bringing joy to everyday life. The preacher highlights that Christ's presence sanctifies the commonplace and secures life satisfaction. He also points out the contrast between the temporary satisfaction offered by the world and the lasting fulfillment found in Jesus. The preacher encourages listeners to obey Jesus' commands and trust in his power.
Fasting
8.2K1:20:02FastingMAT 6:1MAT 6:16HEB 12:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of fasting as a form of worship. He begins by emphasizing the importance of fasting in secret, rather than seeking attention from others. The preacher highlights the hypocrisy of those who fast to appear righteous in front of others, stating that they have already received their reward. Instead, he encourages believers to fast in a way that is pleasing to God, without drawing attention to themselves. The sermon concludes with the reminder that God sees our secret acts of worship and will reward us openly.
Abundant Life
8.1K34:57Abundant LifeMAT 6:33JHN 3:16JHN 10:10JHN 14:6ROM 6:23EPH 6:121JN 5:12In this sermon, the speaker shares two personal stories to illustrate the importance of belief and commitment. The first story is about a football game where the speaker successfully kicks a goal, but a gust of wind causes the ball to miss. This is used as a metaphor for how the enemy (Satan) deceives and exhausts people, offering them glamorous but ultimately destructive things. However, the risen Lord offers abundant life as an alternative. The second story is about a man fishing in a lock, but when asked what he is doing with the fish, he simply replies "and round." This story is used to emphasize the need for belief and commitment to God, rather than being caught up in meaningless pursuits.
(Sermon Preparation) Lecture 01
8.1K42:47Sermon PreparationMAT 5:14MAT 6:33JHN 8:121CO 11:23PHP 2:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of remembering that the gospel of Christ is primarily addressed to individuals and its ultimate goal is the salvation of multitudes. The church has various agencies to help lead people to Christ, but its primary purpose is to nurture the individual. The preacher warns against forgetting this and reproducing the same mistake in oneself. The sermon also touches on the importance of personal transformation and being a light in the world, as well as the significance of being trained for the job of preaching and reflecting the glory of God into the darkness of the world.
All on the Altar
8.1K51:57Full Surrender2CH 29:27EPH 5:18In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of feeling distant from God and filled with despair. However, he emphasizes that through prayer and trust in the Lord, he was able to overcome his struggles. The speaker also discusses the life of a king in the Bible who trusted in God and followed His commandments, leading to great success. The sermon concludes with a call to dedicate oneself fully to God, not just in terms of talents or possessions, but in surrendering one's entire being to Him.
Radical Discipleship - Session 1
7.2K50:42JON 1:1This sermon delves into the story of Jonah, highlighting his rebellion against God's command to go to Nineveh, his attempt to flee to Tarshish, and the consequences of his disobedience. It emphasizes the need for radical discipleship, surrendering to God's will completely, even when it goes against personal desires. The sermon challenges listeners to confront their own Nineveh, the areas of sin or disobedience they are running from, and to embrace God's call for total surrender and obedience.
(John) 09 - Bread From Heaven
7.2K50:39JohnMAT 4:4JHN 6:17In this sermon, the preacher discusses the universal spiritual hunger that exists in society. He emphasizes that Jesus is the bread of life and the water of life, and that He has come down from heaven to satisfy this hunger. The preacher encourages the audience to take notes and meditate on the message, as there is deep meaning in the text. He also mentions an interruption in the sermon, where the disciples encounter a storm at sea, highlighting the fact that being a Christian does not guarantee a smooth journey, but promises a safe landing.
(John) 04 - the Life Acknowledged
7.1K50:23JohnJHN 1:19In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the new birth and how it leads to a transformed life. He highlights that before someone is born again, they often encounter someone whose life can only be explained by a miracle. The speaker then goes on to explain key verses from the Bible, emphasizing that God sent Jesus not to condemn but to save those who believe in him. He also points out the contrasts presented in the Gospel of John, such as life and death, belief and unbelief, love and hate, and doing evil and doing what's true. The main message of the sermon is that one cannot be neutral about Jesus and must choose to either be for him or against him.
The Power of Prayer
7.0K1:26:38Power Of PrayerEXO 33:18PSA 86:11PRO 28:13MAT 6:331TH 5:17JAS 5:161JN 5:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer leading to action. He highlights the need for conviction to be carried into life and for decisions to be made based on those convictions. The speaker shares a powerful testimony of a church experiencing a deep visitation from God, resulting in conviction of sin and a powerful atmosphere of repentance and confession. He also mentions the importance of faith, but cautions against placing faith in oneself, emphasizing our desperate need for God's work in our lives.
God Seeks a Man of Prayer
6.7K50:05Prayer LifeISA 58:1ISA 59:2ISA 59:9ISA 59:15EZK 22:30In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the lack of justice and salvation in the world, drawing parallels to historical events such as the Vietnam War, the tragedy of the boat people in Cambodia, and conflicts in Afghanistan and Poland. The speaker emphasizes the need for Christian leaders to have a humble and prayerful attitude, rather than relying on education or human power. They highlight the importance of seeking God's guidance and being open to the leading of the Holy Spirit. The sermon concludes with a call for preaching that is empowered by the Holy Spirit, as it has the potential to save nations and preserve Western civilization.
Captivated by Christ
6.7K1:09:44CaptivatedMAT 6:33EPH 4:31COL 3:1COL 3:4COL 3:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking God as the first priority in our lives. He encourages listeners to concentrate on knowing, loving, and living for God. The speaker shares a personal story about witnessing a family's devotion to prayer and how it impacted him. He also highlights the current issues in the world, such as unemployment, drugs, crime, and racial prejudice, and suggests that following God's rules can bring about positive change. The sermon references Colossians 3, which instructs believers to seek heavenly things, set their minds on godly things, put to death sinful desires, and put off the old nature.
(John) 20 - Intercessing
6.7K52:08JohnPHP 2:4In this sermon, the speaker addresses the audience and mentions that there is one person who couldn't attend the gathering. They invite anyone interested to take their place. The speaker then discusses the outline of the book of John, specifically focusing on the revelation of God as light to the disciples. They mention the upcoming topics of sanctification, unification, and glorification. The speaker also highlights the three aspects of the world: substance, people, and condition, and relates them to the Christian believer being saved out of the world.
(John) 10 - the Light Refused
6.6K48:12JohnJHN 6:1JHN 6:37JHN 6:41In this sermon, the speaker discusses the content of chapter six of the Bible, focusing on the theme of Christ as the Bread of Life. The sermon covers the feeding of the five thousand as an illustration, followed by an interruption and its interpretation. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding Jesus' teachings and warns against announcing knowledge while displaying ignorance. The sermon concludes with Jesus proclaiming again and highlighting the connection between our need and His supply.
The Call of God
6.2K46:03Call Of God1KI 19:12JON 1:3JHN 3:16REV 1:9REV 1:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God and fulfilling our missionary responsibilities. He highlights that living in a global village means that the world is much smaller than we think, making the task of spreading the gospel even greater. The speaker also mentions the inspiring example of retired individuals serving the Lord on the mission field. He references the story of John, who was exiled on a lonely island for proclaiming Jesus Christ, to illustrate that persecution and opposition still exist today. The sermon concludes with the reminder that the church, represented by the seven golden lampstands, must shine brightly by actively spreading the message of Christ.
The Gifts of the Spirit
6.1K47:43Gifts of the SpiritROM 12:61CO 12:7EPH 4:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and the role of the Holy Spirit in the body of Christ. He highlights the need for every member of the church to work together and support one another. The preacher also discusses the various gifts and roles within the church, emphasizing that not everyone has the same gifts or abilities. He concludes by pointing out that love is the most excellent way and encourages the congregation to earnestly desire the higher gifts.
Communication of Our Faith - Part 1
6.1K59:37FaithLUK 14:25LUK 14:27In this sermon, the speaker describes a scene in a home where the family gathers around a table tennis table to read the Bible and pray together. The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a focus on mission and spreading the word of God, both locally and globally. They highlight four key points: the world is smaller than we think, the task of spreading the gospel is greater than we think, time is shorter than we think, and the cost of spreading the faith is higher than we think. The speaker encourages the audience to surrender all aspects of their lives to God and to seek revival in their personal lives and ministries.