Westchester OPC

The sermon emphasizes that the evidence of a church's election by God is demonstrated through a work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope. Drawing from passages in 1 Thessalonians and Romans, it argues that God's sovereignty and predestination are foundational to salvation, and that true faith manifests in diligent practice, sacrificial love, and steadfast hope for Christ's return.

The message challenges the church to actively share the gospel, resisting worldly influences that turn worship into entertainment, and ultimately, to live in a way that transforms the world by reflecting Christ's character and purpose.

The Evidence of the Election of the Church - Pastor Charles Oliveira The sermon emphasizes that the evidence of a church's election by God is demonstrated through a work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope. Drawing f...

The sermon emphasizes the priesthood of all believers, drawing from Hebrews 10 to illustrate access to God through Jesus Christ. It highlights the importance of approaching God with a sincere heart, unwavering faith, a cleansed conscience, and spiritual purity, mirroring the practices of Old Testament priests.
The message underscores the responsibility to consider one another, stirring up love and good works, and to hold fast to hope in God’s promises, ultimately urging consistent participation in the church community and mutual encouragement as believers anticipate Christ’s return, recognizing their shared role as intercessors and representatives before God.

How To Be Good Priests - Pastor Charles Oliveira The sermon emphasizes the priesthood of all believers, drawing from Hebrews 10 to illustrate access to God through Jesus Christ. It highlights the importance...

The sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and recognizing God as the ultimate source of purpose and work, contrasting the pride that fractured the early church at Corinth. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3, it highlights the shared calling of believers – including leaders like Paul, Peter, and Apollos – as God's fellow workers, building upon the foundation of Jesus Christ.
The message underscores that individual gifts and abilities are not grounds for boasting, but rather opportunities to serve God's purpose and build up the church, ultimately reflecting Christ's work and glory rather than personal ambition.

We Carry Out God's Work - Pastor David Corson The sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and recognizing God as the ultimate source of purpose and work, contrasting the pride that fractured the ear...

How can divine love and justice come from a loving God?

The God Who Punishes and Loves - Pastor Charles Oliveira The sermon explores the complex interplay of divine love and justice, drawing from Deuteronomy 7 to emphasize God's unwavering commitment to both rewarding f...