Sermons on Pleasing God

Romans 15:1-13 – Not to Please Ourselves – 0998A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0998A recorded on May 26, 1985 teaching from Romans 15:1-13 – Not to Please Ourselves. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on the biblical passage of Romans 15:1-13 and the theme of not pleasing ourselves. Pastor Stevens explores the common human tendency to assert personal rights and prioritize self-interest, contrasting this with the…

Psalm 106:1-15 – For His Name’s Sake – 0949A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0949A recorded on November 18, 1984 teaching from Psalm 106:1-15 – For His Name’s Sake. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the profound significance and power residing in the name of Jesus. Stevens emphasizes that God’s actions, including salvation, are often performed for the sake of His own name, not solely due…

Matthew 5:1-20 – Attitudes to Have – 0936A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0936A recorded on September 16, 1984 teaching from Matthew 5:1-20 – Attitudes to Have. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on attitudes believers should possess based on Matthew 5:1-20. Stevens employs an engaging illustration of two boys and their imaginary space machine to introduce the central theme of peacemaking and its divine…

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…

2 Corinthians 5:1-21 – Our Ambition to Please God – 0314AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0314AB recorded on March 11, 1981 teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:1-21 – Our Ambition to Please God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens centers on the paramount importance of striving to be pleasing to God in all aspects of a believer’s life. Stevens outlines seven conditions for pleasing God, including being born again, separating…

Genesis 4 – Blood-Less-Right – 0177AB

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0177AB recorded on May 28, 1980 teaching from Genesis 4 – Blood-Less-Right. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on the biblical story of Cain and Abel, centering on the contrasting sacrifices offered by Cain and Abel, using this narrative to illustrate the crucial theological point of salvation through blood sacrifice, as…

Acts 4:1-13 – How to Please God – 0135A

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0135A recorded on February 6, 1980 teaching from Acts 4:1-13 – How to Please God. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens examines the biblical passage of Acts 4:1-13 and the central theme of “how to please God.” Pastor Stevens explores the concept of “Attractive Christianity,” questioning the vitality and impact of…

Luke 19:1-9 – The Life of Zacchaeus – 0126B

Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0126B recorded on January 13, 1980 teaching from Luke 19:1-9 – The Life of Zacchaeus Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the biblical story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-9. Stevens explores the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector who sought to see Jesus, highlighting themes of seeking Christ,…