In this sermon, the preacher discusses the danger of having a divided devotion and being distracted from God. He uses the example of Demas, who had forsaken the apostle Paul because he loved the present world. The preacher emphasizes that when our hearts are divided and distracted, our taste for heavenly things diminishes. He urges the listeners to guard their hearts and deal with any distractions in their lives so that they can have undivided hearts devoted to Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of the new covenant and how it transforms our hearts and behavior. He emphasizes that the new covenant is not about external practices or resolutions, but about a genuine change of heart. The speaker references Jeremiah 17 and Ephesians 4 to highlight the need for a new heart that trusts in God alone. He explains that God's goal in introducing the new covenant is to change our behavior and make us more like Christ, starting from the inside out.

In this sermon, the speaker warns against being deceived and corrupted by the self-centered mindset of the world. He emphasizes that our chief goal in life should not be to focus on what is best for ourselves, but rather to seek God's will. The Gentiles and the world make decisions based on factors like money, comfort, security, and recognition, but the speaker challenges the audience to consider where God fits into this equation. He encourages true repentance and a desire to clear ourselves from wrongdoing, using examples like Zacchaeus who repented and returned what he had taken unjustly. The speaker urges the audience not to be seduced by the corrupt world and reminds them to do all things without murmuring and disputing, striving to be blameless and harmless.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of hearing and following God's word. He compares the value of hearing God's word to being in a miry clay up to one's neck, rather than being in an ivory palace without understanding God's message. The preacher warns against being a friend of the world, as it is considered enmity with God. He urges the congregation to purify themselves from worldly desires in order to be candidates for a powerful outpouring of God's Spirit. The sermon concludes with a reminder to humble oneself, confess sins, and seek a fervor and love for God's Word.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of ownership and belonging to God. He uses the analogy of someone returning borrowed money to illustrate that everything we have ultimately belongs to God. The preacher urges the congregation to live their lives in acknowledgement of this truth, dedicating their thoughts, words, and actions to God. He also highlights the importance of coming before God in holy communion and testifying to His work in their lives. The sermon concludes with a call to declare boldly the freedom and transformation that Jesus Christ has brought.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging a clear visitation of the Lord Jesus in their midst. He then draws a parallel to the story of Absalom, who stole the hearts of the Lord's people from King David. The speaker emphasizes the importance of giving our hearts fully to God and laying aside any sin or weight that hinders our relationship with Him. They encourage open communication within families and the need to identify and remove anything that has become an idol or a distraction from God. The sermon concludes with a prayer for humility, transformation, and the perfecting of God's work in their lives.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the significance of having a 'hearing heart' through the story of Solomon in 1 Kings 3. He highlights how God invites Solomon to express his desires, revealing the importance of recognizing our own limitations and dependency on God. Solomon's humble request for wisdom instead of riches illustrates the essence of a heart that seeks to understand and obey God's will. Beach encourages the congregation to embrace their identity as children of God, acknowledging their need for divine guidance. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper relationship with God, where believers seek a heart that hears and responds to His voice.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes that God seeks committed hearts, urging the congregation to understand the importance of fully dedicating themselves to Him. He reflects on the story of King Asa from 2 Chronicles 16, illustrating how reliance on God leads to strength and victory, while reliance on man leads to folly. Beach challenges listeners to reaffirm their commitment to God daily, highlighting that God's grace empowers action and transformation in their lives. He encourages everyone to present themselves as living sacrifices, reminding them that God's eyes are searching for those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. Ultimately, he calls for a response to God's call for commitment, assuring that He will show His strength to those who seek Him wholeheartedly.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of having a 'hearing heart' that is both understanding and obedient to God's will, drawing from Solomon's request for wisdom in 1 Kings 3. He highlights that true beauty lies in a heart filled with God's light and love, and that believers should seek to cultivate hearts that are wise, discerning, and filled with hope. Beach encourages the congregation to pray for these qualities, as they align with God's desires for His people, and reminds them that the source of an obedient heart is Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, he calls for a transformation that allows believers to reflect Christ's character in their lives.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the active nature of God's grace and love in the believer's life, arguing that true love compels action, purpose, and determination. He warns against passive Christianity, urging believers to engage in ten spiritual disciplines outlined in 1 Peter, which reflect a vibrant relationship with Christ. These disciplines include girding the mind, putting aside sinful behaviors, craving God's Word, and submitting to authority, all driven by the love of God. Beach highlights that a lack of action may indicate a waning love for God, and he encourages daily prayer for the fullness of God's love to maintain fervor in faith. Ultimately, he asserts that genuine experiences with God will lead to practical changes in one's life.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the journey to spiritual fullness as outlined in 2 Peter 1:1-11, highlighting that true faith, which comes from Jesus Christ, is essential for believers. He explains that this faith should lead to moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love, all of which are manifestations of Christ's character in us. The preacher encourages the congregation to focus on Jesus, as genuine faith not only originates from Him but also directs us back to Him for strength and transformation. By diligently applying faith, believers can escape worldly corruption and grow into the likeness of Christ, fulfilling God's intention for their lives. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a commitment to seek Christ continually, allowing His divine nature to produce these qualities within us.

Phil Beach Jr. addresses the issue of being a busybody within the church, emphasizing that many problems among believers stem from meddling in others' affairs rather than focusing on one's own life. He encourages self-reflection, urging attendees to consider if they exhibit busybody tendencies and to seek God's help in overcoming them. The sermon highlights the distinction between suffering for Christ and suffering due to being a busybody, warning against the traps of disorderliness, gossip, divisiveness, and offense that can arise from such behavior. Ultimately, Beach calls for a return to focusing on Jesus and supporting one another in love, rather than getting entangled in others' matters.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, asserting that we are not alone in our Christian walk. He explains that the Holy Spirit is the initiator and performer of our salvation and spiritual growth, urging Christians to yield to His guidance. Beach highlights the importance of cooperation with the Holy Spirit in various aspects of life, including the new birth, walking in faith, prayer, and worship. He reassures the congregation that through the Holy Spirit, they can overcome sin and experience a deeper relationship with God. Ultimately, he encourages believers to recognize their dependence on the Holy Spirit for every step of their spiritual journey.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of being spiritually awake and prepared for the Lord's coming, urging believers to recognize the riches available through Christ. He draws from the parable of the shrewd steward in Luke 16, illustrating how the steward acted wisely in preparing for his future despite his unjust actions. Beach encourages the congregation to believe in God's promises and to be faithful stewards of what has been entrusted to them, highlighting that true riches come from faithfulness in small things. The sermon calls for a deeper understanding of God's grace and the need to act shrewdly in our spiritual lives, making friends through our resources in preparation for eternity.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the transformative power of the new birth in Christ, urging believers to meditate on the Word of God rather than becoming overly reliant on human teachings. He highlights the importance of understanding our identity as new creations in Christ, where our spirits are united with His, enabling us to live righteously. Beach warns against the subtle traps of relying on teachings that distract from the Word itself, advocating for a personal relationship with Scripture to foster spiritual growth. He encourages believers to yield to the Holy Spirit, allowing Christ's life to manifest through them, thus reflecting His character in their daily lives. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of understanding the miracle of the new birth as the foundation of Christian life.

Phil Beach Jr. addresses the issue of pride as the root cause of anger, emphasizing that anger often arises when our desires are thwarted. He draws parallels between the psalmist's struggles in Psalm 18 and the believer's journey, highlighting the importance of recognizing our utter dependence on God for deliverance. Beach explains that pride manifests as a desire to have our own way, leading to conflict when those desires are unmet, and he encourages believers to yield their desires to God. He illustrates this with examples from personal relationships, showing how pride can disrupt harmony and lead to anger. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper communion with Christ to overcome pride and experience true spiritual maturity.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical need for Christians to confront and reject sexual impurity, highlighting that true discipleship requires a complete surrender of one's life to Christ. He draws from John 6, where Jesus challenges followers to see Him as the true sustenance of life, urging them to abandon their own desires and fully embrace His righteousness. Beach shares personal experiences of temptation and the importance of accountability, encouraging believers to take radical steps to guard their hearts and minds against sin. He stresses that Christianity is about a relationship with Jesus, not merely seeking benefits from Him, and calls for a commitment to purity in thought and action. The sermon concludes with a call to prayer and reflection on the importance of maintaining sexual purity in a world filled with temptation.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of waiting on God, urging the congregation to cultivate a posture of stillness and silence in His presence. He highlights that true waiting is not about presenting our agendas to God but about allowing Him to speak and reveal Himself to us. Through various scriptures, he illustrates that waiting is an expression of love for God and a necessary discipline for spiritual growth. The sermon calls for a collective commitment to waiting on the Lord, encouraging families to engage in this practice together. Ultimately, Beach Jr. reassures that in waiting, we will experience God's grace and revelation in profound ways.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of choosing between embracing Christ and the commercialized figure of Kris Kringle during the Christmas season. He highlights the need for humility and a right spirit to truly understand the message of Christ, contrasting the genuine humility of the first Christmas with the distractions of modern celebrations. The sermon encourages reflection on the true meaning of Christmas, urging listeners to seek the Spirit of Christ rather than the superficiality associated with Kris Kringle. Beach Jr. calls for a deeper engagement with Scripture to grasp the significance of Christ's birth and its implications for our lives today.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the significance of love as the greatest commandment, drawing from 1 Corinthians 13 to illustrate the characteristics of a spiritual person. He challenges the congregation to reflect on their own lives by substituting their names into the scripture, revealing how far they may fall short of God's love. Beach highlights that true spirituality is not measured by gifts or knowledge but by the love of God manifesting in our actions towards others. He outlines five essential characteristics of those growing in God's love, including keeping commandments, forgiving others, exercising self-control, being willing to suffer wrong, and serving others. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding and experience of God's love to transform lives and relationships.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical nature of accountability to Christ, warning against self-deception that leads to rebellion and immaturity in faith. He explains that Christians must recognize their accountability to God and the consequences of their actions, as they are not their own but belong to Him. Beach illustrates how self-deception can manifest in a false sense of freedom, leading to disobedience and a lack of awareness of God's expectations. He encourages believers to stay at the cross, where they can find strength and identity in Christ, ultimately leading to a life that pleases God. The sermon calls for a return to humility and dependence on Jesus to overcome the allure of the world and the flesh.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the necessity of being in agreement with the Holy Spirit to walk in harmony with God, referencing Amos 3:3. He explains that true victory over struggles comes from yielding our bodies, souls, and spirits to the Holy Spirit, recognizing that we are not our own but have been bought with a price. The preacher encourages believers to allow the Holy Spirit to lead their lives, moving beyond a superficial relationship with God to a deeper, more intimate communion. He highlights that the groaning of the Holy Spirit within us is a call to surrender and to live in accordance with God's will. Ultimately, Beach calls for a commitment to make the Holy Spirit the Lord of every aspect of our lives.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the necessity of maintaining a healed conscience, urging believers to acknowledge their faults and seek Jesus' help rather than justifying their pride or insensitivity. He explains that a broken spirit, exposed to God's light, leads to true humility and a tender conscience, which is essential for spiritual growth. Beach highlights that both saved and unsaved sinners are in need of God's grace, and that a healed conscience allows for genuine self-awareness and accountability. He encourages the congregation to embrace vulnerability and transparency in their walk with God, as these qualities foster a closer relationship with Him. Ultimately, he calls for prayer and reliance on Jesus to heal and restore our consciences, making them sensitive to the movements of our hearts.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the necessity of relying on God during trials, asserting that true fulfillment and strength come from Him alone. He discusses the importance of casting our cares upon the Lord, especially when facing pain and irritation, and how these experiences can lead to spiritual growth and the formation of 'pearls' in our lives. The sermon highlights the need for open communication with God and others during difficult times, encouraging believers to embrace vulnerability and accountability. Ultimately, Beach Jr. reassures that God's omnipotence is at work in our trials, shaping us into vessels of His grace and glory.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes that God's chastisement is rooted in His love and serves a divine purpose for restoration and maturity in believers. He explains that discipline is not a sign of rejection but a means to bring us closer to God's original intention of fellowship and communion with Him. The sermon highlights the importance of viewing sin as an enemy that disrupts our relationship with God, urging believers to embrace their identity as children of God and to pursue holiness. Ultimately, Beach Jr. reassures that through Christ's sacrifice, we are called to share in the glory and purpose of God, which is to reflect His image and enjoy eternal fellowship with Him.