Sermons on Carnality

Romans 7 – Carnal Christianity – 0480A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0480A recorded on January 17, 1982 teaching from Romans 7 – Carnal Christianity. Pastor Cyril Stevens examines Romans 7 in looking at the persistent struggle with sin even after salvation, which Stevens illustrates using the analogy of a corpse bound to a murderer. He argues that Paul isn’t describing “carnal…

1 Corinthians 1:22-31 – God Hath Chosen the Foolish Things of the World to Confound the Wise – 0419A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0419A recorded on September 20, 1981 teaching from 1 Corinthians 1:22-31 – God Hath Chosen the Foolish Things of the World to Confound the Wise. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on God’s intentional choice of the seemingly foolish and weak in the world to demonstrate His power and wisdom, directly…

Romans 12:1-21 – Maintaining the Spiritual Glow – 0129AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0129AB recorded on January 16, 1980 teaching from Romans 12:1-21 – Maintaining the Spiritual Glow. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the concept of maintaining the spiritual glow, a metaphor for sustaining a vibrant, enthusiastic Christian life after conversion. He argues that believers possess a divinely kindled Holy Ghost fire that they are…

Luke 11:35 – Take Heed Therefore – 0075B

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0075B recorded on July 29, 1979 teaching from Luke 11:35 – Take Heed Therefore. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens argues that the only remedy for human suffering and spiritual stagnation is the intentional filling of the Holy Spirit. He distinguishes between the initial act of salvation and a subsequent, perpetual state of…