
Thaddeus Barnum
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Grace Upon Grace
1.5K31:00GraceMAT 3:2MAT 6:33JHN 4:10ROM 3:23EPH 3:5In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of sin and the need for a savior. He refers to a well-known verse in Romans chapter three, verse 23, which states that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. The preacher emphasizes that this applies to everyone, regardless of their position or actions. He highlights the importance of recognizing our sinfulness and the need for salvation through Jesus Christ. The sermon also touches on the conversation between Jesus and the woman at the well in John chapter 4, highlighting Jesus' initiation of the conversation and his conviction of her sin.
The Book of Life
1.5K34:57GospelROM 3:9ROM 3:18REV 20:11In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of motivational speaking in today's society. He emphasizes the need for a positive future, personal affirmation, and the belief in possibilities. The speaker also highlights the role of motivational speakers in tapping into the potential within individuals and inspiring them to take action. He connects this concept to the teachings of the apostle Paul in the book of Romans, showcasing how Paul's arguments were motivational in nature. The speaker concludes by noting the increasing overlap between preachers and motivational speakers in churches today.
The Holy Spirit, the Giver of Life
81024:49GEN 3:24ECC 3:11JHN 1:3JHN 14:6ROM 8:22CO 3:17GAL 5:1GAL 6:14This sermon emphasizes the importance of true freedom found in Christ, contrasting it with the false sense of freedom the world offers. It calls for a deep relationship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, highlighting the need for personal transformation and deliverance from addictions and bondages. The speaker challenges the congregation to seek true freedom in Christ and to be lights in a dark world, standing firm in faith despite the cultural challenges and moral decline.
Let Epiphany Come
62620:51ISA 42:1MAT 5:44MAT 10:16LUK 23:34ROM 5:3PHP 1:292TI 3:12This sermon delves into the theme of conflict as seen in Matthew 12, highlighting the opposition faced by Jesus from the Pharisees and the promise of conflict for believers. It emphasizes finding epiphany and peace in the midst of unresolved conflict, drawing from biblical passages that speak of suffering for Christ and loving one's enemies. The sermon underscores the importance of responding to conflict with gentleness, sensitivity, and a focus on carrying out God's mission, even in the face of opposition and persecution.
Culture and Persecution
61432:03ACT 8:1This sermon emphasizes the need for the church to be empowered by the Holy Spirit to face the challenges of the world. It discusses the importance of equipping all believers for ministry, breaking down the clergy-laity divide, and empowering the entire body of Christ to go out and preach the word. The speaker calls for a return to the early church's model where all believers are anointed by the Spirit for service, highlighting the need for boldness, unity, and empowerment by the Holy Spirit in the face of persecution and cultural challenges.
Baptism and Power
57726:25PowerGEN 3:8EXO 2:1MAT 6:33LUK 19:10JHN 3:19ACT 2:37ROM 3:23In this sermon, the preacher addresses the fear and confusion that many people feel in the world today. He shares a personal encounter with a woman who expressed her fear about the current state of the world. The preacher emphasizes the need to surrender to God for help rather than trying to fix everything ourselves. He highlights the power and presence of God, who sees and knows everything, and calls on the listeners to cry out to God and ask, "What shall we do?" The preacher also emphasizes the importance of living out our faith and sharing the message of God's love with others.
Ash Wednesday
54821:32Ash WednesdayPSA 32:5JOL 2:11MAT 3:2ACT 2:37ROM 7:24JAS 5:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of submitting to a process for the well-being of the soul. He refers to the 40 days leading up to Good Friday and Easter as a time to walk through this process. The first step is to submit to the Lord and acknowledge our inability to save ourselves. The second step is to allow the convicting work of the Holy Spirit, followed by making confession and asking for mercy. The final step is to ask God for the gift of repentance, recognizing that we cannot repent in our own strength. The speaker also highlights the need for true transformation and freedom from sin, rather than just being transparent about our struggles.
Gentleness
53919:35GentlenessMAT 5:5MAT 11:28In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Thomas and the disciples after the resurrection of Jesus. He highlights the fear and hostility they faced, as they locked themselves behind closed doors. The speaker shares a personal story of encountering a difficult situation and being bitten by a dog, which led him to respond with anger. However, he learns the importance of gentleness and forgiveness, as he witnesses a friend showing gentleness towards the dog that bit him. The speaker encourages the audience to embrace gentleness in their interactions with others, even in the face of mistreatment, and promises that they will find opportunities to respond differently.
Danger of Defiance
52332:24DangerAMO 2:12AMO 5:4AMO 5:10AMO 5:12AMO 5:24In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the message of Amos, particularly in chapter 5 and verse 24. He emphasizes the importance of hating evil, loving good, and establishing justice in society. The preacher highlights the increasing intensity of Amos' message as he addresses the defiance and disobedience of the people. He also mentions the people's worship of golden calves, which they mixed with the redemptive narrative of the Old Testament.
Honour and Wisdom
49231:18Honour1SA 2:30MAT 15:8ACT 5:29ACT 17:7REV 2:13REV 3:14In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not compromising one's faith in Jesus. He encourages the audience to consider what is in it for them, how people will respond, and what it will cost to stand for their beliefs. The preacher references Matthew 15 and 1 Samuel 2:30 to highlight the need to honor God with both lips and heart. He shares a powerful testimony from a young man named Harrison, who spoke about the challenges of being a Christian in a secular high school. Overall, the sermon urges listeners to build the character of honor and to prioritize honoring God above all else.
Jesus Is Lord: Part 1
48528:40LordshipJAS 3:13In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the topic of wisdom from the Lord as discussed in the book of James. He contrasts the wisdom that comes from above with earthly wisdom that is filled with jealousy, ambition, and pride. The speaker acknowledges that many of us have experienced situations that are overwhelming and beyond our control, causing anxiety and stress. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's wisdom in these moments and not allowing our emotions to control our thinking. The speaker also addresses the role of the devil in tormenting us during these times and encourages listeners to trust in God's goodness.
Honour the Lord!
48328:02HonourPRO 3:9In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of honoring the Lord with our wealth and the first fruits of our produce. By doing so, we can expect blessings in abundance, with our barns filled with plenty and our vats bursting with wine. The speaker also emphasizes the need to acknowledge the Lord with our lips and to turn away from evil, as this brings healing to our bodies and refreshment to our bones. Additionally, the sermon highlights the significance of not despising the Lord's discipline and recognizing that He disciplines those He calls His children. The overall message is to honor the Lord in all aspects of our lives and to live in obedience to His commands.
Emmanuel
48328:47EmmanuelJER 23:1JER 23:27EZK 34:2MAT 6:33MAT 9:36In this sermon, the speaker encourages listeners to focus their attention on Jesus, the shepherd, rather than being consumed by fear and negativity. The speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping one's eyes on the shepherd, just as Peter did when he walked on water. The shepherd is described as confusing, but also as the chief shepherd who guides and provides for his flock. The sermon also references Revelation chapter seven, highlighting the imagery of the lamb as the shepherd who brings comfort and eternal life to his followers.
Easter Revisited
47428:43EasterREV 1:17In this sermon, the preacher addresses the fear and anxiety that many people have about death. He emphasizes that fear of death is not part of God's plan, as God is the giver of life. The preacher explains that sin entered the world through one man, leading to death, but through Jesus Christ, believers have the hope of eternal life. He encourages listeners to trust in God's grace and power, and to boast in their weaknesses so that the power of Christ may dwell in them.
Jesus Is Lord: Part 2
45630:24Christ-Centered LivingLordshipRedemptionISA 53:6MAT 11:28JHN 3:16JHN 14:6ROM 10:92CO 5:10GAL 5:12TI 4:21PE 2:24REV 20:11Thaddeus Barnum emphasizes the profound message of Isaiah 53, which foreshadows the gospel of Jesus Christ, revealing our sinful nature and the need for redemption. He warns against the increasing chaos and lawlessness in society, urging believers to shift their focus from self-centeredness to Christ-centeredness. Barnum highlights the importance of recognizing Jesus as the solution to our struggles, particularly in a culture overwhelmed by lust and greed. He calls for repentance and a return to the core message of the gospel, which offers true healing and freedom through Christ's sacrifice. Ultimately, he encourages the congregation to prepare for the coming judgment by ensuring their names are written in the book of life.
Palm Sunday (The Stones Sing Out)
45027:41Palm SundayGEN 3:23EXO 14:21JOS 4:22PSA 23:4PSA 118:22PSA 118:25MAT 21:9MAT 21:42In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Joshua chapter 4 in the Bible. The passage describes the Israelites' journey from captivity in Egypt to the promised land. The speaker emphasizes the significance of the stones that were set up as a memorial for future generations. These stones were a reminder of God's faithfulness and the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River. The sermon highlights the importance of recognizing and proclaiming God's work in our lives, even if it means that inanimate objects like stones would sing His praises.
Real Courage
44826:19Overcoming FearCourageISA 35:3Thaddeus Barnum emphasizes the theme of real courage in his sermon, drawing parallels between the biblical story of David and Goliath and the personal struggles with fear and anxiety that many face today. He highlights that true courage does not come from within, as the world often teaches, but rather from God, who strengthens the weak and calms the anxious heart. Barnum encourages believers to acknowledge their fears and seek support from the community of faith, reminding them that Jesus came to liberate us from the bondage of fear. He illustrates this through the story of Jacob, who, despite his fears, found strength in surrendering to God. Ultimately, the message is one of hope and reassurance that God is with us in our struggles, providing the courage we need.
Focus on the Holy Spirit
44325:27Holy SpiritISA 61:1LUK 4:18LUK 4:24ROM 15:21CO 14:121CO 14:26EPH 4:291PE 3:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praying for and uplifting the people around us. He encourages the audience to ask God for words to build up others. The sermon is based on 1 Corinthians 14, which discusses the functioning of the body of Christ and the importance of each individual part working together for the growth and edification of the church. The speaker warns against tearing others down and emphasizes the need to build each other up in love, especially in the current culture of tearing people down in politics and media.
Taking Mary's Posture
44225:06Virgin MaryMAT 6:33LUK 1:35ACT 1:8ACT 15:28In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for believers to have a posture of readiness to receive the word of God. He highlights the importance of being sealed with the Holy Spirit, who testifies of Jesus through us. The preacher emphasizes that God uses ordinary people to bear witness of Jesus and that our testimony should be rooted in the authority of Scripture. He also urges believers to stand strong in the face of a changing culture and to not be ashamed of the unchanging gospel of Jesus Christ.
Lord, We Need Wisdom!
43529:05WisdomMAT 6:33MRK 9:28In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the state of the church in 1959 and draws parallels to the present day. He emphasizes the need for the church to realize its inability to handle the problems it faces and to come to the Lord for guidance and strength. The preacher highlights the decline of the church in 1959, attributing it to the rise of television and people's preference for staying at home rather than attending church. He criticizes the church's attempts to resolve the decline through strategic plans and emphasizes the need for the reviving power of the Lord.
Life Forevermore, Part 1
42929:09LifePSA 133:3JHN 12:49In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fallen state of humanity, as described in Genesis 3, where sin and death entered the world. However, the preacher also highlights God's plan for eternal life, which was established even before the creation of the world. The sermon then focuses on the concept of freedom in Christ, stating that through Jesus, believers have been set free. The preacher challenges the audience to examine whether they are truly living by the Spirit or being controlled by their sinful nature. The sermon is based on the book of Galatians, specifically chapter 5.
I Stand at the Door
41327:02Christian LifeGEN 3:24EXO 33:11MAT 7:7JHN 10:9JHN 14:6HEB 10:19REV 3:20In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Noah and the ark as a metaphor for salvation. He emphasizes that in the days of Noah, the world had become corrupt and wicked, and God showed mercy by providing an ark for Noah and his family. The preacher compares Noah's invitation for people to enter the ark to Jesus' invitation for people to accept him as their savior. He highlights the importance of the door as a symbol of the gospel and states that Jesus is the door through which salvation is found. The sermon concludes by emphasizing the need for people to hear Jesus' voice and accept him in order to be rescued.
In the Boat With No Fish
39025:24Christian LifeMAT 4:19JHN 21:3JHN 21:19ACT 5:17ACT 5:29In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the manifestation of Jesus to his disciples and the significance of this encounter. The speaker mentions that Jesus first met Peter, John, and James in a boat in Galilee after they had a failed fishing trip. The speaker also highlights the importance of obedience to God, as demonstrated by the disciples' response to the council that had sentenced Jesus to death. The sermon concludes with the message that believers should follow Jesus and obey Him.
Life Forevermore, Part 2
38726:26LifeMAT 6:33LUK 10:20LUK 18:18ACT 1:8EPH 4:12In this sermon, the preacher begins by addressing the audience's need to confront their secret lives and be set free by Jesus. He then highlights the current troubles in the country, referencing incidents in Minnesota, Baton Rouge, and Dallas. The preacher emphasizes the importance of following the commands of God and receiving the Holy Spirit's empowerment to proclaim the kingdom of God. He also mentions a wise and learned man who stands up, representing the elite class, and prays for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the church. The sermon references Acts 1:8 and uses a story about a woman finding expensive jewelry to illustrate the impact of commas in the Bible.
You Will Call Him Jesus
38624:03Virgin BirthPSA 23:1MAT 6:33LUK 2:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being in service to others rather than solely focusing on oneself. He uses the analogy of a shepherd and his flock to illustrate this point. The speaker also discusses the need for leaders and shepherds who can navigate the increasing darkness in the world. He highlights the challenges of protecting loved ones and businesses from harm, particularly in the digital age. The sermon encourages listeners to consider their choices and actions in light of these challenges and to seek guidance from the teachings of Jesus.