Sermons by Cyril A. Stevens (Page 22)

2 Corinthians 5:9 – Our Ambition to Please God – 0924A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0924A recorded on August 12, 1984 teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:9 – Our Ambition to Please God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens revolves around the idea that a believer’s primary goal should be to please God, contrasting this with the common tendency to seek the approval of others. Stevens argues that…

Romans 7:18 – In Me Dwelleth No Good Thing – 0923B

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0923B recorded on August 12, 1984 teaching from Romans 7:18 – In Me Dwelleth No Good Thing. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens centers on the Pauline dilemma articulated in Romans 7:18, emphasizing that in the Christian life, the “I” represents the struggle between the whole individual and the carnal nature constantly wrestling…

Mark 3:13-30 – The Ministry of the Spirit of God is Now! – 0922A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0922A recorded on August 12, 1984 teaching from Mark 3:13-30 – The Ministry of the Spirit of God is Now! Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the Biblical teaching of the unpardonable sin, explaining it as speaking injuriously or blasphemously against the Holy Spirit. Pastor Stevens emphasizes that this isn’t merely saying…

Romans 12:1-13:14 – Sacrifices in Love – 0921A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0921A recorded on August 5, 1984 teaching from Romans 12:1-13:14 – Sacrifices in Love. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on Romans 12-13, focusing on the themes of sacrificial love and submission. Stevens emphasizes the importance of offering oneself as a living sacrifice to God, transforming one’s mind, and using spiritual gifts…

2 Corinthians 10:7-18;11:1-6 – Our Comforter – 0920B

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0920B recorded on August 5, 1984 teaching from 2 Corinthians 10:7-18;11:1-6 – Our Comforter. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens contrasts two approaches within Christianity, the staid, doctrine-focused Baptist tradition and the more experiential charismatic movement, highlighting the potential for division and imbalance between them. Pastor Stevens uses the Apostle Paul’s concerns for the…

Matthew 20:17-34 – Be the Servant – 0919A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0919A recorded on August 5, 1984 teaching from Matthew 20:17-34 – Be the Servant. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses a story from Matthew’s Gospel to illustrate Jesus’s teachings on humility, service, and divine provision. Stevens begins by recounting the parable of the laborers, emphasizing that God’s grace and agreement are paramount, not human…

Romans 1:14-16 – A Debtor – 0918A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0918A recorded on July 29, 1984 teaching from Romans 1:14-16 – A Debtor. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the impending missionary work of a woman named Karen as he preaches about the concept of being a debtor to Christ, urging listeners to understand their spiritual indebtedness and the resulting…