In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding that as Christians, we are not meant to live the Christian life on our own. Instead, we are containers for Christ to live through us. Many Christians struggle and feel defeated because they try to live the Christian life in their own strength. The speaker encourages listeners to recognize that it is Christ who must live the Christian life in and through us. This is achieved through a union with Christ, allowing His nature to be expressed in and through us.

In this video, Kevin Turner, President of Strategic World Impact, discusses the issue of watered-down discipleship and lukewarm Christianity in America. He attributes this problem to the desire to increase church numbers by lowering the standards of discipleship. Turner shares a personal experience of realizing his own hypocrisy and the need for genuine repentance. He emphasizes the importance of seeking a true relationship with God and being willing to be a failure for Him rather than seeking personal success. Turner also highlights the contrast between the prosperity and lack of persecution in America, urging Christians to examine their faith and strive for a deeper, more authentic walk with God.

In this Union Life broadcast, Norman Grubb continues his series on who we are in Christ. He emphasizes that as believers, we are called to be living rivers of water, allowing Christ's life to flow through us to meet the needs of others. This is not something that happens immediately, but rather a process of growth and transformation. Grubb explains that as we understand our identity in Christ, we operate from the spiritual dimension of faith, seeing life's circumstances in a new way. Ultimately, the goal is for Christ's life to pour out from us, becoming a source of nourishment for a needy world.

In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful testimony of a man who endured 12 hours of forced labor and found solace in humming the hymn "The Old Rugged Cross." The speaker contrasts the focus of the church in America, which often emphasizes material blessings, with the church around the world, which values the transformation of souls. He challenges the church in America to embrace a mindset of sacrifice and martyrdom for the sake of Jesus. The speaker also shares a personal experience of encountering Jesus in a life-threatening situation and highlights the importance of a 14-year-old girl's understanding of following Jesus.

In this sermon, Norman Grubb discusses the concept of faith and how it operates in our daily lives. He explains that faith is the inner understanding and relationship we have with things, which then leads to outward actions. Grubb emphasizes that as believers, we have the privilege of belonging to the nature of the Spirit, rather than the fragmented nature of material things. He also addresses the question of where God is in the midst of suffering and evil, highlighting that understanding our identity in Christ allows us to be vessels through which God can love and reach out to the world.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of 21st century American Christianity, describing it as polluted. He criticizes the focus on material blessings and the pursuit of prosperity, stating that persecution purifies while prosperity often pollutes. The preacher emphasizes the need for Christians to lay down their hopes, dreams, and ambitions and surrender to Jesus, allowing for a revolution of love. He calls for a return to true theology and living for Jesus, rather than getting caught up in theological debates. The preacher also highlights the importance of brokenness and repentance in the church, urging believers to turn away from a focus on big churches and material wealth.

In this sermon, Norman Grubb discusses the concept of living a life free from condemnation and failure through our union with Christ. He emphasizes that as Christians, we often try to put on a false self and pretend that we are capable of living a victorious life on our own. However, Grubb explains that true victory comes from recognizing that it is Christ within us who enables us to live a life of no condemnation. He encourages listeners to read his article on how to handle temptation and failure, which explains how to live a victorious life through our union with Christ.

In this video, Norman Grubb shares his experience as a missionary and how he discovered the abundant life of the New Covenant. He emphasizes that Christ is the one who expresses his life through us, enabling us to overcome failure, discouragement, and condemnation. Grubb highlights the mystery of the Gospel, which is Christ in us, and encourages viewers to study the Scriptures to understand this concept. He also addresses the ongoing presence of temptation in our lives and provides guidance on how to handle it. Overall, the video offers a liberating message on living a full life with Christ as our source of strength and guidance.

In this sermon, Kevin challenges the audience to examine their lives and make them count for eternity. He emphasizes the importance of being genuine in our faith and not just using cliches or empty words. Kevin debunks the myth that the best ministry is a long ministry, using examples from John the Baptist and Jesus himself. He encourages listeners to live their lives on the brink of eternity, with a broken spirit and a passion for souls.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of being a Christian and how it is a revolutionary experience. He emphasizes that being a Christian means being a vessel through which Christ can live and express His love in the world. The speaker also highlights the importance of being detached from worldly attachments and being solely attached to God. He uses the analogy of the woman breaking the alabaster bottle and pouring perfume on Jesus' feet to illustrate the idea of surrendering everything for the sake of Christ. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to live a life where Christ's love is expressed through them.

In this sermon, Kevin Turner discusses the concept of discipleship and what it truly means. He challenges believers to consider if discipleship could be as radical as laying down one's life. He emphasizes the importance of living a life of compliance to the letter of the law or living a life in principle through love. Turner shares personal stories of miraculous experiences he has witnessed by walking with Jesus, including praying for rain during a four-year drought in Sudan. He also expresses concern about the state of the church, noting that despite the abundance of Christian resources, something is missing and believers have become blinded to it.

The video discusses the ministry of a preacher who delivers powerful and convicting sermons about the serious matters of God. The preacher's seriousness and reverence for God's word is highlighted, contrasting with the light and irreverent approach often seen in contemporary music and preaching. The video emphasizes the need for believers to have a deep understanding of eternity and the judgment seat of Christ, and to live with a heavenly perspective. It also encourages viewers to learn from the examples of faithful servants of God and to recognize the difference between genuine and counterfeit expressions of faith.

In this sermon, David Ord addresses the common question of who we are and the purpose of life. He introduces the concept that human nature is actually the expression of Satan's nature through man, and that it must be replaced by the nature of Jesus Christ. Ord invites listeners to request a free booklet called "What is the Mystery of the Gospel?" which delves deeper into this topic. He also mentions the significance of Jesus' death on the cross, emphasizing that his shedding of blood is evidence of his sacrifice for our sins.