
Richard E. Bieber
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A Faithful God, a Faithful People
44614:54FaithfulnessMAT 21:28In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of finding a faithful fellowship where one can rely on others. The preacher also highlights the call to be faithful to God with our words and actions. The sermon includes a parable of the two sons, illustrating the importance of repentance and obedience. The preacher reminds the audience that God, who has been merciful and faithful, calls each person to work in His vineyard. The sermon also emphasizes the need to be faithful in our earthly commitments, such as work and relationships, and to not waste anything but gather up the fragments.
A Dead Idol or a Living God
41823:32IdolLUK 24:25In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the throne inside the heart of every individual. He explains that this throne represents what or who rules our lives. The preacher emphasizes that when Jesus enters our hearts, the other things that occupy the throne, such as fear, lust, and greed, begin to fall away. He uses the example of the disciples who were transformed by their encounter with Jesus and encourages the audience to acknowledge their need, listen to Jesus, and welcome him into their hearts. The preacher also mentions the importance of the Holy Spirit and how it empowers believers to live a transformed life.
Abide in Me
23118:04AbidingJHN 15:2ROM 8:10GAL 2:20PHP 2:12In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of abiding in Jesus and having a living relationship with Him. He highlights how the eleven disciples, who had seen Jesus in the flesh, continued to abide in Him even after His resurrection. The speaker also mentions how other men and women, like Saul of Tarsus, became branches on the vine and drew their life from Jesus. The sermon emphasizes the need to trust in Jesus as the only anchor in this world and to work with Him in bearing fruit.
A People Under the Word
17820:47Word Of GodJHN 6:63JHN 6:66ACT 2:36In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of God's spoken word. He references the stories of Jesus raising the dead with a simple command and highlights how the revival of faith can continue if people are willing to listen to God's word and stay under its influence. The preacher urges the congregation to pray for God to reveal any substitutes they have been relying on instead of His pure word. He encourages them to confess and speak the truth they have found in Jesus Christ, overcoming fear and self-consciousness. The sermon concludes with the reminder that Jesus is always present with His people through His spoken word.
Except the Lord Build the House
5Richard E. Bieber shares a powerful sermon about the different types of 'construction sites' in the spiritual realm, emphasizing the importance of building the true house of God with living stones. He warns against the idolatry of building things for ourselves, whether it be wealth, reputation, or even ministries, stressing the need for God to be the foundation and focus of all our endeavors. Through various Bible verses, he highlights the significance of being consistent, dwelling in mercy, and walking by faith in the building of God's eternal house.
The Comfort of Babylon or the Comfort of God
4MAT 6:24LUK 9:23JHN 8:12JHN 14:16JHN 14:181JN 1:6Richard E. Bieber preaches on the choice between serving God or mammon, highlighting the uncertainty of life in this world and the two ways to deal with it: relying on money for comfort or having faith in God. He emphasizes that serving both God and money is impossible, as illustrated by the story of King Solomon. The sermon urges believers to choose the comfort of God over the false comfort of Babylon, emphasizing the four specific comforts believers receive by serving God: the comfort of God's light, blood, purpose, and Spirit.
Life
31KI 17:17LUK 9:59LUK 10:10LUK 12:13ACT 13:44Richard E. Bieber preaches on the importance of not being consumed by the things of this world, such as material possessions or family disputes, but to focus on proclaiming the kingdom of God. Jesus' words in Luke 9:59-60 and Luke 12:13-21 emphasize the need to prioritize spiritual matters over earthly concerns, reminding us that our time on earth is temporary and we should be rich toward God. Through examples like Elijah reviving the widow's son and the resurrection of the church, the sermon highlights the call to awaken from spiritual death and pursue a life dedicated to God's kingdom.
The Fire of God
3EXO 3:1MAL 3:2LUK 12:49ACT 2:1REV 8:5Richard E. Bieber preaches on the powerful story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal, highlighting the contrast between human influence and divine intervention. He emphasizes the importance of seeking the fire of God in our lives and assemblies, distinguishing between man-made efforts and the genuine work of God. Through various Bible verses, he explores how the fire of God speaks, refines, empowers, and ultimately brings history to a close, urging believers to embrace the baptism of fire for a transformative and impactful life.
Christ in You, the Hope of Glory
3JHN 6:52JHN 14:18GAL 2:20COL 1:262TI 1:61JN 5:11Richard E. Bieber shares a powerful sermon using a story of an army facing challenges and victories to illustrate the importance of understanding the mystery of Christ dwelling within believers. The soldiers who persevered and reached the palace banquet table did so by fixing their minds on the truth that the king was with them in battle and that they would one day see him face to face. Bieber emphasizes that the mystery of Christ living in us is the hope of glory, sustaining us through trials and empowering us to live a life of mercy, forgiveness, and faithfulness.
Glorious Liberty of the Children of God
1LUK 4:18JHN 8:31ROM 7:15ROM 8:19PHP 4:4HEB 2:14Richard E. Bieber preaches about the glorious liberty of the children of God, emphasizing that Jesus came to bring freedom to the oppressed, the blind, the captive, and the poor, offering inner freedom that starts in this life. He highlights the importance of continuing in Jesus' word to experience forgiveness, the Holy Spirit's power, and freedom from the fear of death, ultimately leading to a life ruled by thanksgiving, mercy, and faith. The sermon encourages believers to soak up the word of the cross, embrace the promises of Jesus, and respond to His call to faith to live in the freedom and fulfillment that God offers.
Arise From the Dead
1JON 1:1ROM 13:11EPH 5:14Richard E. Bieber preaches about the importance of waking up, rising from spiritual deadness, and allowing Christ to give light for our walk. He emphasizes the need to respond to God's call to service and not allow distractions to lead us away from our purpose. Using the story of Jonah, he illustrates the consequences of fleeing from God's call and the necessity of facing reality and making a decision. The sermon highlights the process of awakening, crying out to God for help, and taking the necessary steps to fulfill our purpose and receive God's light in our lives.
The Door to His Presence
1ISA 40:28MAT 5:7MAT 6:9MRK 14:26PHP 3:10REV 7:9Richard E. Bieber preaches about the power and strength we receive from Jesus' death and resurrection, enabling us to rise above life's storms. Despite our weaknesses, we can learn from Peter's journey of faith and how he overcame his failures through the power of the Holy Spirit. By waiting on the Lord through worship, seeking His Kingdom above all else, and doing His will of mercy, we can mount up on wings like eagles, run without growing weary, and walk without fainting.
A Corporate Faith
1MAT 18:15Richard E. Bieber preaches on the importance of individual faith in Jesus, emphasizing that while each of us is called to follow Jesus and will face judgment alone, our faith must also be practiced together in the Body of Christ for it to last and grow. The sermon highlights the need for corporate faith, as demonstrated in Matthew 18, where unity, agreement, and forgiveness play crucial roles in manifesting the power of the kingdom of God. Through unity under Jesus' name, believers can experience His presence, ask and receive from God, and become a gate of heaven for the lost sheep of the world.
In His Steps
1MAT 5:39LUK 23:34JHN 10:11HEB 13:201PE 2:211PE 2:241JN 1:8Richard E. Bieber preaches about the transformative power of following in Jesus' steps, emphasizing the need to turn away from sin, deceit, and threats, and instead trust in God's just judgment. He highlights how Jesus' suffering on the cross was not only for our salvation but also to set an example for us to imitate. By partaking in communion, believers are united with Christ's sacrificial death and empowered to minister life to others through their own suffering, ultimately leading lost souls back to the Shepherd of their souls.
The Fire Within
1LUK 3:16LUK 11:13ACT 2:11TH 5:192TI 1:6HEB 12:29Richard E. Bieber preaches about the significance of Pentecost in the Body of Christ, emphasizing the Holy Spirit as the One who gives us utterance and power to bear witness and have wisdom in our daily interactions. The sermon delves into the concept of the Holy Spirit as God Himself dwelling inside us, often overlooked but essential for the power of the Lord to manifest through us. It explores the symbolism of fire in God's dealings with humanity, highlighting the baptism of the Holy Spirit and fire, which refines and purifies us until only God's nature remains.
Discerning the Body
1Richard E. Bieber emphasizes the importance of true unity among believers, highlighting that our differences are good and should not lead to dead uniformity but rather manifest the unity of heaven. He warns against substituting tangible things or doctrines as rallying points instead of Jesus, the Living Bread. Bieber stresses the significance of discerning the body of the Lord in the bread and wine, as well as in the assembly, by offering ourselves up as living sacrifices and laying down our lives for one another.
Is There No Balm in Gilead?
1ISA 53:5JER 8:18MAT 5:4LUK 7:11REV 3:3Richard E. Bieber preaches about the urgent need for the Body of Christ to acknowledge its spiritual sickness and turn to the Physician, Jesus Christ, for healing and restoration. Drawing parallels from the story of Jerusalem's denial of its impending destruction, he emphasizes the importance of repentance and seeking God's forgiveness for individual and corporate sins. Bieber highlights the danger of ignoring symptoms of spiritual decline, such as unbelief, compromise, and lukewarm faith, and calls for a genuine mourning and repentance within the church to experience the transformative power of God's grace and resurrection.
Facing Uncertainty
1MAT 6:24MAT 6:33MAT 28:20JHN 15:7PHP 4:6PHP 4:13Richard E. Bieber preaches about the struggle of serving two masters, God and Mammon, emphasizing the anxiety and fear that stem from relying on money for security. He highlights the importance of trusting in God for the uncertainties of tomorrow, urging believers to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness. Bieber reminds the congregation that Jesus is with them through all trials, doesn't make mistakes, and encourages continuous prayer to find peace amidst anxieties.
The Dwelling Place of God
1JHN 9:1JHN 20:191CO 14:20EPH 2:13EPH 2:19Richard E. Bieber preaches on the significance of the temple as a symbol of God's presence among His people. The temple thrived when the people were submissive to God but dried up when they rebelled. Ezekiel's vision of a new temple symbolizes God's dwelling place among His restored nation, with a river of life flowing from it. Jesus fulfills Ezekiel's vision as the dwelling place of God on earth, and through His death and resurrection, believers become part of this temple as living stones. The temple is where the wall of division is broken down, the word of God is distinct, and the work of God is being accomplished through His Spirit.
He Comes to Lift Us Up
1PSA 138:6MAT 5:3LUK 1:26PHP 2:6JAS 4:101PE 5:6Richard E. Bieber preaches about Jesus being among us to lift us up in various ways, such as lifting us out of fears, discouragement, and bondage, and giving us a purpose in God's kingdom. He emphasizes the importance of humbling ourselves before Jesus so He can lift us up, drawing parallels to how Jesus lifted Mary up by opening her eyes to the unseen, putting divine life within her, and giving her a purpose to fulfill. Bieber encourages the congregation to empty themselves of vanity and self-righteousness, acknowledging their low estate before God, so Jesus can exalt them in His way.
Let Your Light Shine
1PRO 4:18MAT 5:14JHN 8:12EPH 5:8PHP 2:15COL 3:17JAS 2:261PE 2:91JN 1:5Richard E. Bieber emphasizes the importance of believers being the light of the world, reflecting Jesus' light through their actions and deeds. He highlights that coming to faith in Jesus brings a transformation from darkness to light, enabling believers to see and understand God's truth. Bieber urges believers not to hide their light but to let it shine before others, leading them to glorify God. He stresses that living out the teachings of Jesus is essential in showing His light to the world, and that the glory should always be directed towards God.
I Came to Cast Fire on the Earth
1Richard E. Bieber preaches about the transformative power of the cross, emphasizing how Jesus' crucifixion, initially seen as defeat, was actually the source of divine power that brings judgment, division, and resurrection life. The fire kindled at the cross symbolizes the refining flame of Jesus' death that burns in believers' souls, leading to a radical cleansing and renewal. The sermon highlights the importance of daily cleansing, renewal, and walking the way of the cross to experience resurrection life and God's power in everyday life.
Led to Lead
0PSA 63:1MAT 28:16JHN 4:11JN 1:5Richard E. Bieber preaches on the importance of making disciples as instructed by Jesus in Matthew 28:16-19a. He emphasizes the need to lead others to Jesus by allowing ourselves to be led by Him first, guiding them to living water, from darkness to light, and to repentance. By following Jesus' lead in these areas, we can effectively lead others to Him and fulfill the Great Commission.
Learning to Ask
0MAT 7:7LUK 11:9JHN 16:24PHP 4:6JAS 4:21JN 5:14Richard E. Bieber preaches about the importance of asking God for help, contrasting the boldness of the children of this world in seeking God's assistance with the hesitancy of believers. He emphasizes the power of genuine, heartfelt asking, drawing examples from biblical parables like the Pharisee and the Publican, and the Prodigal Son. Bieber highlights the need for believers to overcome laziness, shoddy thinking, and pride that hinder them from seeking God's blessings. He encourages the congregation to approach God with clear, sincere requests, believing in the Father's readiness to give abundantly.
Life for These Mortal Bodies
01CO 15:42Richard E. Bieber preaches on the transformation of mortal bodies into vessels of redemptive power and lights in this dark world through the life of the world to come. He emphasizes how Jesus, with a body that will never die, imparts resurrection life to his followers, giving them power to become children of God. By drawing near to Jesus and receiving his resurrection life, believers become servants of heaven's wisdom and power, shining God's light in their daily lives.