
David Platt
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Radical Risk, Radical Reward
12K1:01:06RadicalMAT 5:16MAT 28:19MRK 8:34LUK 14:25JHN 14:6ACT 1:8ROM 10:9In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the vast spiritual and physical needs in the world, including the death of thousands of children due to preventable causes. He argues that the integrity of one's faith is measured by their concern for those in need. The speaker asserts that if the Bible is true and these needs exist, then there is no time to waste on a comfortable Christian lifestyle. He calls for radical sacrifice and urgency in fulfilling the mission given by God. The sermon also highlights the importance of knowing and loving God deeply, as demonstrated by the example of a man who sells everything he has to obtain a valuable treasure.
The Gospel, Possessions and Prosperity - Session 1
9.2K1:01:59PossessionsMAT 6:33LUK 12:33ROM 3:21HEB 13:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the gospel and its implications for our lives. He highlights five different threads of the gospel, emphasizing that our actions are a response to God's grace, not a means of earning favor. The basis, means, and evidence of our salvation are all ultimately involved in judgment before God. The speaker then explores the relationship between the gospel and possessions, examining various passages from the Old and New Testaments. He concludes with 18 different conclusions and 10 applications that summarize what the Bible teaches about the gospel and possessions. The sermon also touches on the reality of lostness in the world and the importance of sharing the gospel with others.
We Glorify christ...
8.1K1:01:31Glorifying GodISA 1:101CO 14:24REV 19:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the mission and vision of their faith community, which is to glorify Christ by making disciples of all nations. They emphasize the importance of worshiping God according to His Word and not getting distracted by external elements. The speaker highlights five non-negotiable aspects of worship: the supremacy of God, the centrality of Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit, the engagement of the body, and the diversity of believers. They emphasize that worship should reflect the unity and diversity of heaven, as described in Revelation 7:9. The speaker also mentions the impact of worship on unbelievers, stating that it can lead them to recognize their sin and worship God.
A Missional Awakening
7.9K53:36MissionsEXO 31:18ACT 2:47In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the language and emotions used in preaching the word of God. He shares a personal experience of a passionate lady who would grab his shirt and urge him to pray during intense moments. The speaker then quotes Jonathan Edwards, who observed that while people are enthusiastic about earthly matters, they often feel dull and unmoved when it comes to spiritual matters. The sermon then focuses on Ezekiel chapter 37, where the prophet is instructed to prophesy to dry bones, symbolizing the deadness of Israel's religion. God promises to breathe life into these bones and restore His people.
A Church Whose God Cannot Rest
4.9K49:22ISA 62:1MAT 9:14MAT 24:14LUK 18:1ACT 13:2This sermon emphasizes the importance of fasting and praying for the restoration of God's glory in the church, the resounding of God's praise among the nations, and the longing for Jesus to return. It challenges the church to be persistent in prayer, confess sins, and work towards fulfilling the mission of spreading the gospel to all nations until Christ returns.
A Mission Only the Church Can Stop
4.9K53:20MissionsMAT 28:19ACT 1:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of believers actively participating in global missions. He argues that God's plan is for His grace to be poured out on all His people so that they can display His glory to the world. The preacher challenges the notion that giving money alone is sufficient to solve the world's problems, asserting that believers are called to personally go and share the gospel. He encourages the congregation to commit to giving two percent of their days to the mission of making disciples of all nations, trusting God to provide and transform their lives.
The Gospel, Possessions and Prosperity - Session 2
4.6K56:35PossessionsIn this sermon, the preacher discusses various passages from the Bible that emphasize the importance of justice, kindness, and humility. The sermon highlights the need to care for the poor and practice humble generosity. The preacher also explores the concept of marital love as depicted in the Song of Solomon, emphasizing the beauty of material possessions in the context of a loving relationship. The sermon concludes by emphasizing God's faithfulness to save and bless His people, as seen in the Exodus story.
Confidence - Will We Trust Him
4.0K56:47MAT 7:7PHP 4:6This sermon focuses on the power and importance of prayer, emphasizing that prayer is more than just asking for things from God. It delves into the depth of prayer, highlighting the primary purpose of expressing our need for God, exploring intimacy with Him, and experiencing His power. The sermon also touches on the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the need to align our desires with God's will before making our requests. The story in Luke chapter 11 about a man seeking bread at midnight is used to illustrate the boldness, shamelessness, and persistence we should have in prayer, trusting in God's ability, approachability, and activity in our lives.
Religion or Devotion?
3.9K04:24MAT 16:24MAT 28:19MRK 8:35ACT 20:24JAS 1:27This sermon challenges believers to choose between dying in religious formalism and wasted opportunities or dying in devoted service to God's mission. It highlights the stark contrast between the suffering and spiritual need in the world, especially in nations like Pakistan, Indonesia, and India, and the complacency and lack of risk-taking in many churches. The speaker urges a radical commitment to the Great Commission, risking everything for the sake of those who have not heard the name of Jesus and for the lost in our communities.
The Gospel, Possessions and Prosperity - Session 3
3.8K1:15:14PossessionsDEU 15:11MAT 6:11MAT 6:19MAT 7:12In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of our use of money in demonstrating where our heart is. He encourages the congregation to examine their checkbooks and budgets to see where their priorities lie. The preacher asserts that our use of money determines where our heart goes, and that if we want a heart for missions or for the poor, we must invest our money in those areas. The sermon also discusses the parables of the rich man and Lazarus and the talents, highlighting the responsibility we have to use the time, talents, and treasures God entrusts to us for eternal purposes.
Desire - Do We Want Him
3.7K59:24MAT 6:10LUK 11:2JAS 1:13JAS 4:71JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer, focusing on asking God for His glory, gifts, grace, and guidance. It highlights the need for continual confession of sins, experiencing God's forgiveness, and seeking His protection amidst temptation and trials. The sermon encourages a deep desire for God and His will, leading to a life of intimacy and dependence on Him.
Gospel of Christ vs. Gospel of Man
3.7K04:11LUK 14:27This sermon delves into the challenging teachings of Jesus in Luke 14 and Luke 18, where he emphasizes the radical commitment required to follow Him. Jesus calls for a level of devotion that surpasses all earthly relationships and possessions, urging his followers to be willing to give up everything for Him. The sermon highlights the contrast between the comfortable Christianity often portrayed today and the radical demands of true discipleship as outlined by Jesus.
The Gospel, Possessions and Prosperity - Session 4
3.5K1:32:09Possessions2CO 8:91TI 6:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for believers to see the world differently and be moved with compassion. They highlight the reality of judgment and the importance of realizing the eternal stakes at hand. The speaker encourages listeners to pray and submit to Christ, recognizing that only He can produce the fruit of Scripture and obedience in their lives. They also emphasize the importance of prioritizing the church and evangelizing the lost, while being wise and discerning in their efforts to help those in need. The sermon concludes with exhortations to not compare oneself to others, commit to the church, and work diligently.
Christ the Center
3.3K43:34MAT 16:18MAT 16:24JHN 3:30JHN 6:37JHN 12:32ACT 2:36ACT 11:24ACT 13:48ACT 18:9HEB 13:13This sermon emphasizes the importance of knowing Christ intimately, trusting Him completely, proclaiming Him boldly, and obeying Him sacrificially. It highlights that the church is built on the foundation of Christ and the proclamation of His glory. The call is to lay down our lives for His mission, leading to ultimate satisfaction and fulfillment in Him.
Outside the Camp
3.2K35:31PSA 148:1This sermon emphasizes the call to praise the Lord from all creation, highlighting the need to move beyond religious formalism and fear to true devotion and mission. It challenges believers to risk everything for the glory of Christ among the nations, drawing inspiration from biblical examples of faith and dedication. The central question posed is whether we will die in our religion, clinging to comfort and tradition, or die in our devotion, stepping out in faith to fulfill the mission of making God's glory known in a lost and hurting world.
The Glory of God - Part 1
3.2K08:49NUM 13:26PSA 148:1PSA 149:6HEB 13:11This sermon emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord from the heavens to the earth, calling all creation to worship Him. It delves into the purpose of glorifying God in our lives and churches, challenging believers to choose between dying in mere religious practices or in true devotion to Christ. The message draws parallels from the struggles faced by Jewish Christians in the book of Hebrews, focusing on the dangers of formalism and fear that hinder believers from fulfilling their mission to declare the glory of Christ.
Questioning God
3.0K43:25HAB 1:2HAB 2:4HAB 2:14HAB 3:2HAB 3:17This sermon delves into the book of Habakkuk, where the prophet wrestles with God over injustice, evil, and suffering. Habakkuk questions God's actions amidst the impending Babylonian invasion, highlighting the struggle of faith and deep praise that emerges. The sermon emphasizes God's use of painful experiences for His sovereign purposes, urging listeners to trust in God's timing and live by faith. It concludes with Habakkuk's profound declaration of finding joy and strength in God despite dire circumstances, pointing to the eternal victory found in Christ's suffering and resurrection.
A Covenant Centered on God
2.7K56:092TI 3:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of being a community formed by God's word, in awe of God's word, and trusting in God's word. It highlights the need to prioritize the presence of God, exalt Christ through the word, and remain faithful to sound doctrine even when it challenges our comfort. The goal is to have lives that count for eternity and long for Christ's return.
The Church of Antoich in Acts 11
2.3K54:25ACT 11:19This sermon emphasizes the importance of intentionally making disciples and multiplying churches for the glory of God. It highlights the need for desperate dependence on the Holy Spirit, fasting, and prayer in ministry. The exhortations focus on raising up ordinary people to do extraordinary things in the kingdom, embracing suffering as part of the Great Commission, penetrating lostness through faithful proclamation, and leaving a legacy of disciple makers, church planters, and pastors across North America.
The Glory of God - Part 3
2.1K09:19LEV 13:45LEV 16:27LEV 23:13HEB 13:13This sermon challenges believers to risk it all for the glory of Christ among those who have not heard His name, emphasizing the urgency of sharing the Gospel with the lost. It highlights the need to go outside our comfort zones, following Jesus to the dirty, despised, and dangerous places where He is found. The message urges a shift from self-centered worship to true devotion by actively engaging with the marginalized and lost, just as Jesus did.
The Glory of God - Part 4
1.9K08:09MAT 16:24MRK 8:34PHP 3:20HEB 11:16HEB 13:14REV 7:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of risking everything for the mission of God, highlighting the dedication and sacrifice of believers in different parts of the world who prioritize the Word of God and the spread of His glory over their own comfort and safety. It challenges listeners to consider whether they are willing to risk it all for the sake of the Gospel and to choose devotion over mere religious practice.
Every Disciple Making Disciples, Every Church Multiplying Churches
1.8K1:00:10LUK 5:10ACT 11:19This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and being obedient to His call, using the examples from Luke chapter 5 and Acts. It highlights the need for believers to leave their comfort zones, embrace suffering, and actively engage in making disciples and multiplying churches. The sermon encourages a deep love for the glory of God, desperate dependence on the Holy Spirit, and a sacrificial commitment to both spiritual and physical needs in the world.
The Glory of God - Part 2
1.7K09:12NUM 13:31NUM 14:20This sermon delves into the story of the Israelites standing on the brink of the promised land, sending spies who brought back a negative report, leading to fear, rebellion, and a desire to retreat. Despite God's forgiveness, they were left to wander in the wilderness. The sermon draws parallels to modern times, highlighting the urgent need for believers to embrace the mission of declaring Christ's glory to all nations, risking comfort and convenience for the sake of the gospel.