
Hoseah Wu
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Discipline - Personal Life
1.9K1:13:24DisciplineDEU 8:5PSA 50:17HEB 12:11REV 3:19In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of discipline in various aspects of life. He uses the example of musicians who must practice and give their all to perform well. The speaker also discusses the difficulty of submission and sacrifice in love. He then references several Bible verses, including Deuteronomy 8:5-10, which speaks about God disciplining his people and leading them into a good land. The speaker also mentions the importance of remembering and showing hospitality to strangers. Overall, the sermon highlights the need for discipline and obedience in order to experience the blessings of God.
Acceptable Sacrifice - Part 1
1.6K1:30:40SacrificeGEN 4:3LEV 1:1LEV 1:14NUM 7:12MAT 6:33EPH 1:3In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the offering of evil is not just about having our sins forgiven, but about being accepted by the Holy God. The preacher refers to Genesis 4:3-4, where Cain and Abel both bring offerings to the Lord. Abel's offering of the firstborn of his flock is respected by God, indicating his acceptance. The preacher then connects this concept to the idea that our acceptance before God is based on Christ being formed in us, as mentioned in Galatians 4:19. The preacher explains that the journey of our spiritual growth involves God exposing our flesh and breaking us down in order to make room for Christ, leading to greater acceptability before God.
Preparing for His Return
1.5K53:22Christ's ReturnMAT 11:1MAT 21:1MRK 10:32MRK 10:46In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experiences of traveling and preaching in different countries. He emphasizes the urgency of time and the need for God's people to prepare themselves for the Lord's return. The speaker shares a practical example of how he and a brother have been visiting families in their area, demonstrating the importance of living an obedient life. He also mentions the baptism of three individuals and highlights the mindset of one brother who rejoiced in the fact that he was going to die, symbolizing his surrender to God. Overall, the speaker encourages listeners to prioritize obedience and trust in the Lord's provision, sharing personal experiences of how God has come through despite their doubts and physical weariness.
Faith in Impossible Situations
1.5K57:22FaithHEB 11:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in our lives. He mentions that faith brings us rest, joy, peace, stability, worship, and courage. The preacher refers to the story of Abraham as the father of faith and highlights the importance of believing in the impossible. He also mentions the Samaritan woman and Nicodemus as examples of people who heard the word but had different responses to it. The preacher concludes by emphasizing that faith does not disappoint because the love of God is poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit.
Discipline - Personal Life, Questions and Answers
1.5K59:18DisciplineMAT 6:33MAT 14:15HEB 8:10HEB 13:7HEB 13:9HEB 13:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of ministers who preach the Word of God and encourages the listeners to imitate their faith. He highlights the need for discipline in studying the Bible and suggests reading through whole books for a better understanding. The speaker also urges the audience to engage in evangelism and visiting those in prison as acts of self-discipline for the sake of the gospel. Additionally, he addresses the issue of contentment and warns against the love of money in an affluent society. The sermon concludes with a reminder to obey and support leaders, acknowledging that they may be criticized but encouraging diligence in serving the Lord and His people.
How to Live a Separated Life: Be Diligent
1.5K40:46Separated LifePSA 46:10MAT 6:33LUK 10:42ROM 12:2COL 3:22PE 1:52PE 1:10In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of lacking an aggressive spirit in pursuing the Lord. He emphasizes the need to work diligently and ensure that our faith is genuine. The purpose of the weekend conference is to help each other discover the eternal things and have a clear direction in our Christian lives. The speaker also highlights the importance of coming together during the winter months to avoid spiritual decline and stumbling. The ultimate goal is to have a time of reflection and fellowship, allowing the Holy Spirit to teach and free us from unnecessary distractions.
Fullness - a Costly Way
1.4K1:01:33Spiritual FullnessMAT 6:33MRK 5:21In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Jairus and his dying daughter from the Gospel of Mark. The speaker emphasizes the idea that sometimes we are brought to a place where we have no other option but to rely on God. The speaker highlights the tendency of humans to make wrong choices and praises God for choosing the right path for us. The sermon also discusses the obstacles faced by Jairus on his journey to seek Jesus' help, including a large crowd and the commotion at his home. The speaker encourages listeners to trust in God and believe in His power even when circumstances seem hopeless.
Spiritual Service: Trained to Administer the Church
1.4K1:02:29AdministrationGEN 12:3MAT 6:33JHN 3:26JHN 13:151CO 4:1HEB 3:2HEB 3:5In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of serving the Lord wholeheartedly. He refers to 1 Corinthians 4:1-2, which teaches that believers are called to be servants of Christ and stewards of His mysteries. The preacher emphasizes the need for trustworthiness in stewardship. He also discusses the significance of making time for the Lord and seeking His guidance in order to effectively lead and teach others. Additionally, the preacher highlights the importance of doing things to please God, rather than simply going through the motions.
Christ Our City of Refuge
1.4K1:04:28ChristEXO 21:12NUM 35:1DEU 4:7JOS 1:9MAT 6:33MRK 10:45JHN 1:12In this sermon, Richard from Elizabeth introduces his brother Levine to say a few words. Levine expresses his love for bagels and locks and praises the inspiring words written by a brother. He encourages the audience to come and experience the love of God and emphasizes that God will not withhold anything from His children. The sermon also discusses the importance of local assemblies being a refuge for God's people in a time of confusion and captivity. The speaker highlights the need for unity and encourages the audience to worship and serve God wholeheartedly.
Fullness in God's Heart
1.3K53:47God's HeartPSA 25:14MAT 6:33LUK 10:392CO 3:182CO 12:2HEB 1:1In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the experience of just sitting and being present with God. They express gratitude for the opportunity to gather together and listen to the word of God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having a willing heart and a fear of the Lord in order to experience the fullness of Christ. They also highlight the ongoing journey of discovering the riches of Christ and the excitement of continually learning and growing in faith. The sermon concludes with a reading from Psalm 25:14, which speaks about how the Lord confides in those who fear Him and makes His covenant known to them.
Acceptable Sacrifice - Part 2
1.3K1:30:50SacrificeEPH 1:4EPH 5:8EPH 5:101PE 2:5In this sermon, the speaker shares a vivid dream that a brother had about believers standing before the judgment seat of Christ. The brother noticed that some believers carried heavy burdens of achievements, while others carried smaller packages, and some seemed to carry nothing at all. The speaker emphasizes that what was once acceptable in ministry may not be acceptable now, and that God is always looking for Christ's increase in us. The sermon encourages believers to live a life that is acceptable to God by offering up spiritual sacrifices through Jesus Christ and walking as children of light.
Servant Heart of the Lord Jesus
1.3K44:58ServanthoodMRK 10:42In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing a personal experience of a young brother leading the worship and setting a powerful tone for the gathering. The speaker emphasizes the importance of young people in the body of Christ and encourages them not to underestimate their role. The speaker then transitions to discussing the work of the Lord among the youth in recent months, highlighting the marvelous and unexpected ways in which God has ministered to them. Finally, the speaker focuses on the servant heart of Jesus as portrayed in the Gospel of John, emphasizing that Jesus came to serve and not to be served.
Standing in the Victory
1.3K45:20Victory2CO 10:3In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of learning from negative experiences in order to understand what is right. He shares an example from his time as a student teacher, where his supervisor would play a correct tune and then intentionally provide incorrect notation to test the student's ability to recognize the mistake. The speaker then applies this concept to the challenges faced in South Jersey, where their Bible study time had become stagnant and lacking in excitement. However, through God's sovereignty, a person was sent to challenge them and bring about a positive change. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not becoming complacent in our meetings and encourages a deeper commitment to prayer and study of the Word.
The King Is Coming: Faith 1: Church Life & His Return
1.3K1:03:58Church LifeDEU 7:9LUK 18:8JHN 5:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years and was waiting by the pool of Bethesda for healing. The man's heart was directed towards the Lord, but his mind was fixed on the water and waiting for someone to assist him. The preacher emphasizes the need for the mind to be renewed and the soul to be redeemed, so that our hearts and minds are aligned in faith. The sermon also raises the question of whether there will be faith on earth when the Son of Man returns.
The King Is Coming: Faith 2: Church Life and His Return
1.3K1:12:55Church LifeGEN 18:14LUK 18:8JHN 1:38In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging the shrinking world we live in due to mass media and instantaneous communication. He emphasizes the blessings of being able to connect with brothers and sisters from different parts of the world. The speaker then focuses on the story of Abraham and Sarah in Genesis 18, specifically highlighting the promise of a son and Sarah's initial disbelief. He concludes by posing the question of what we seek when we come to conferences or meetings, urging listeners to examine their motives and seek the Lord Himself.
The Persistent Love of God
1.3K1:01:13Love Of GodGEN 1:1GEN 13:17MAT 6:33JHN 1:352TI 1:12TI 1:9TIT 1:2In this sermon, Garag Kong emphasizes the importance of consecration in the Christian life. He shares three messages on consecration: the call to consecration, the vision of consecration, and the life of consecration. He explains that without consecration, we have not truly begun our Christian journey and that consecration is not just about dedicating our talents to God's work, but about allowing God to work in us. The sermon also highlights the transformative power of being with Jesus and the lasting impression it leaves on people.
The Neglect of God's House
1.1K59:16God's House1CH 17:1NEH 10:39MAT 6:33ROM 1:141CO 9:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dedicating oneself to God's work. They explain that just as the hand represents work, God's work requires individuals who are willing to place themselves in His hands. The speaker references Romans 12, where Paul encourages believers to offer themselves as living sacrifices. The sermon also highlights the story of a woman who found a page from the Bible used as wrapping paper and was thrilled by it, prompting her to share the word with others. The speaker challenges the audience to examine their own commitment to the Lord and the gathering of His people. They also discuss the concept of being a watchman, referencing passages in Isaiah and other books.
Jesus Christ's Testimony #2
9891:36:17Jesus Christ2CH 16:9JHN 9:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jesus turning water into wine at a wedding feast. He suggests that this crisis was created by God to manifest His glory and for the disciples to truly believe in Him. The preacher emphasizes that God wants us to seek Him and experience His fullness. He references 2 Chronicles 16:9, which states that the eyes of the Lord search the earth for those whose hearts are loyal and perfect before Him. The preacher encourages the audience to not be satisfied with what they have, but to seek more of God and be emptied and broken so that He can fill them with His riches and fullness. The sermon concludes with a reminder that we are spiritually crippled and powerless without God, but with just a few words from Him, we can rise up and walk in His power.
What It Takes for the Lord to Take Back His Throne
9861:08:39Sovereignty Of GodGEN 2:232SA 19:15MAT 24:44MAT 25:13LUK 12:401TH 5:2REV 22:20In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as God's anointed king. He highlights how the world has rejected and crucified Jesus, but believers have the opportunity to enthrone him in their hearts. The preacher also discusses the concept of giving with a purpose, referencing the story of Barzillai giving to King David with the expectation of being honored in return. The sermon concludes with a reminder to not just talk about the return of Jesus, but to actively prepare for his coming by welcoming him back into our lives.
Faith - Foundation of Christian Life
9731:11:11Christian LifeMAT 6:33HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a building that was originally a school but went through various uses like a factory and a dancing studio, resulting in a messy condition. The speaker compares this to our spiritual condition before the Lord, emphasizing the need for faith to restore and make suitable places for God's people to meet. The speaker also expresses gratitude for the work of the Lord in the Glassboro and South Jersey area, particularly mentioning the foundation laid by Brother Stephen Kong. The sermon concludes with a call to relate to one another in faith, acknowledging that we are living stones and encouraging unity in prayer, thanksgiving, and worship.
Jesus Christ's Testimony #1
9661:29:02Jesus ChristJHN 1:1JHN 1:14JHN 1:16JHN 1:18JHN 3:11HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the fullness of Christ and how no individual or group can fully express it. The speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus Christ, stating that it is the greatest miracle in the universe and brings life and everything. The sermon also mentions the rejection of Jesus in the world and the need for hearts to be prepared to receive him. The speaker concludes by referencing the story of redigging the well as a metaphor for restoring God's testimony among people.
Testimony of the Goodness of the Lord
9081:02:57Testimony1CH 28:8MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker shares a testimony of the goodness of the Lord and how real, faithful, loving, and true He is. They also mention their burden received from the Lord in recent months. The speaker then shares a story of how their mother got saved through the persistent visits of a brother who smiled but didn't say a word, leading to her salvation after seven visits. The speaker also mentions their father's journey of discovering something more through a men's ministry and his longing to be touched by the Lord. The sermon emphasizes the need to be delivered from both the world and the religious system, and the importance of gathering for the purpose of the Lord getting what He desires.
Seeing Him Who Is Unseen
90154:05Divine AppointmentJesus ChristFaithHEB 11:1Hoseah Wu emphasizes the importance of seeing the unseen, particularly focusing on faith as the means to perceive God's presence and purpose in our lives. He reflects on his recent trip to Israel, where he learned that the physical sites of biblical significance are temporary, but the spiritual truths they represent are eternal. Wu encourages believers to recognize their divine appointments in life and to live by faith, which is essential for transformation and pleasing God. He warns against the temptation to rely on the seen and urges the congregation to fix their gaze on Jesus, the unseen reality that brings true change. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to faith as the foundation for spiritual growth and community.