Proclaiming the Gospel (Page 10)

Psalm 51:7-13 – Wash Me, and I Shall be Whiter Than Snow – 0490A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0490A recorded on February 7, 1982 teaching from Psalm 51:7-13 – Wash Me, and I Shall be Whiter Than Snow. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens based on Psalm 51:7-13, focusing on sanctification, or spiritual cleansing. Stevens uses the analogy of physical cleanliness versus spiritual purity, contrasting outward appearances with God’s inward…

John 17:17 – The Prayer of Jesus – Part 8 – Sanctification – 0445A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0445A recorded on November 15, 1981 teaching from John 17:17 – The Prayer of Jesus – Part 8 – Sanctification. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens delves into the Christian concept of sanctification, using John 17:17 as its central text. Stevens emphasizes that sanctification is not the eradication of sinful nature, but…

1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 – Sanctification – 0422A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0422A recorded on September 23, 1981 teaching from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 – Sanctification. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens unpacks the Christian concept of sanctification, correcting common misconceptions. He contrasts a flawed understanding of instant, sinless perfection with a more nuanced view encompassing repentance (change of mind), regeneration (change of relationship), justification…

1 John 2:12-24 – An Unction from the Holy One – Sanctification – 0252AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0252AB recorded on November 16, 1980 teaching from 1 John 2:12-24 – An Unction from the Holy One – Sanctification. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on 1 John 2:12-24, centering on the importance of sanctification, urging listeners to actively pursue a holy life, not merely focusing on emotional experiences of faith. Stevens…

Jonah 1:17-2:10 – One Must Die That Others May Live – 0964A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0964A recorded on January 6, 1985 teaching from Jonah 1:17-2:10 – One Must Die That Others May Live. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses the biblical story of Jonah to illustrate the Christian theological concept of substitutionary atonement. Pastor Stevens argues that Jonah’s experience—being swallowed by a great fish and subsequently…

Jonah 1:1-17; 2:1-10 – The Dilemma of Jonah – 0962A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0962A recorded on December 30, 1984 teaching from Jonah 1:1-17; 2:1-10 – The Dilemma of Jonah. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses the biblical story of Jonah to illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God’s word, a lack of prayer, and a deficient Christian testimony. Pastor Stevens argues that Jonah’s plight—a severe storm…

Luke 2:1-20 – Unto You, A Saviour – 1045A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 1045A recorded on December 15, 1985 teaching from Luke 2:1-20 – Unto You, A Saviour. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on Luke 2:1-20, emphasizing the multifaceted announcement of Jesus’ birth. Pastor Stevens highlights the celestial proclamation of the angels, signifying the universal significance of Jesus’ arrival as Savior, Christ, and Lord. He contrasts this…