Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0225B recorded on October 5, 1980 teaching from Acts 2:22-36 – Thou Hast Made Known to Me the Ways of Life. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the transformative power of the Holy Spirit and the joy found in the Christian life. He begins by contrasting the “old economy” of the law…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0204AB recorded on August 6, 1980 teaching from Acts 13:16-43 – A Model of Preaching. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens analyzes Acts 13 to establish a scriptural model for preaching that distinguishes spiritual proclamation from mere academic teaching. He argues that true preaching must be grounded in the ministry of the Word and…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0160A recorded on April 13, 1980 teaching from Luke 24:30-53 – Jesus is Alive! Pastor Cyril A. Stevens emphasizes the profound significance of Jesus’ resurrection and its implications for believers. He highlights the initial despair of the disciples, transformed into eager determination to share the news after Jesus appeared to them, especially on…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0157A recorded on April 6, 1980 teaching from Luke 24:13-36 – Salvation Through the Resurrection. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the profound implications of Christ’s resurrection as described in Luke 24:13-36. He emphasizes that the disciples initially felt hopeless and sorrowful after Jesus’ crucifixion, having forgotten His prophecies of returning…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0155AB recorded on March 30, 1980 teaching from Acts 23:8 – The Ministry of Angels. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the perpetual ministry of angels, contrasting the biblical belief in spiritual realities with those who deny the supernatural. Drawing from the book of Acts and the epistle to the Hebrews,…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0151AB recorded on March 16, 1980 teaching from Matthew 16:27 – Angels. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the theology and ministry of angels, emphasizing that they are distinct created beings rather than the spirits of deceased humans. He identifies a celestial warfare between the holy angels of God and the fallen, unholy forces led by Satan,…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0133A recorded on February 3, 1980 teaching from Luke 20:20-26 – Beware of Tricksters. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores how Jesus navigated the malicious traps set by religious leaders who sought to undermine His authority. Stevens first examines the political trickery of the poll tax, demonstrating how Jesus bypassed a potential scandal by…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0127B recorded on January 13, 1980 teaching from Luke 7:36-8:3 – Mary Magdalene. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens seeks to rehabilitate the reputation of Mary Magdalene by challenging the common ecclesiastical tradition that labels her a prostitute. He argues that her “seven devils” represented a severe psychological depression and spiritual oppression rather than moral…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0039B recorded on April 15, 1979 teaching from John 20 – Rabboni, Master. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the transition from unbelief to revelation by examining the distinct reactions of Mary Magdalene and Thomas to the risen Christ. He suggests that while Mary was blinded by grief and Thomas was stalled by skepticism, Jesus…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0005B recorded on November 5, 1978 teaching from Matthew 22:1-14 – Go Ye Therefore. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the parable of the wedding feast found in Matthew 22. The parable describes a king preparing a wedding for his son, but those initially invited refuse to come, even…