Sermons by Dr. Paul Thyren (Page 10)
“The Jealous King Searches for God’s Anointed”
We continue on in our series on the Life of David. If you remember back to 1 Samuel, you will recall that the relationship between Saul and David was rocky. While Jonathan and David were great friends, King Saul more often than not despised David. We are going to talk about that very fact and why Saul had such a hatred for David and made it his goal to see David’s life ended. As we do, you will be challenged…
“Invitations to the Weary, the Curious, & the Thirsty”
This sermon is part two of a short serious started last week focusing on Advent and its definition. Journey with us as we continue to explore the invitations within the gospels that Jesus extends to those around him. You will be encouraged by the Word of God.
“New Battles, But Old Enemies” (Part 2)
This is part #2 of a sermon that Pastor Paul did some weeks ago on David & Goliath. Here he finishes those thoughts, challenges, and principles up from 1 Samuel 17. If you need to refresh your memory or catch up with the first part of this sermon, see the one on November 8th – “It’s Not the Children’s Version of David & Goliath” (Part 1).
“It’s Not the Children’s Version of David & Goliath” (Part 1)
Many will remember the story of David and Goliath, most likely from their time in Sunday School. In Sunday School though the key focus was often on the fact that the little man overcame the giant. There is much more to the biblical account than that though and many more lessons that we can learn that will challenge our personal walk with God. So what else can we learn? What might you have missed in the past? Tune in to…
“Bitter Roots Yield Bitter Fruit”
If you have ever planted a garden, you know that the care you put into it and what you feed the plants determines a lot about the outcome later on–how much the plants yield and the quality of the produce. This sermon looks at the beginning of the story of David–King Saul. It looks at his start and what he yielded.
“The Backyard Camping Feast”
We continue our series on the feasts of the national Israel. What does backyard camping have to do with a feast though? I didn’t remember any feast by that name. Turn to Leviticus 23 and spend sometime listening to this sermon that will educate you on the culture of Israel as well as challenge you with the Word of God.
“The Trumpet Call”
Maybe the title calls to your mind the hale of the bugle blower summoning men and women to the morning roll call. Or perhaps it calls to your mind an old great hymn of the faith and its lyrics. Looking back to Leviticus 23, you will find this talking about something much different. We don’t often look at the feasts and times or remembrance in the Old Testament, but for the next few weeks, we will be doing just that.…
“Three Teens”
This Sunday, our teens led the congregation in songs of praise to God. In light of that, Pastor Paul decided to look at three teens from Scripture and what lessons we could learn from them. It is interesting to see how people so young can have such an impact on others around them. Looking at three teens from both the Old and New Testaments, what can you learn from them. Take a few moments to listen and discover what lessons…
“Glass or Wool?”
Odd sermon title isn’t it? What could Pastor Paul possibly be talking about from the Scriptures with a title like that? Through the course of the sermon, Pastor Paul pieces together passages of Scripture concerning the church as he puts together the puzzle giving to us a picture and basis for church membership. While he concludes with that topic, the application of the Scriptures throughout are much broader and will reach each listeners life.
“That Wasn’t Such a Good Idea” – Part 2
Here we finish up the last part of the short series on Jehoshaphat from 2 Chronicles 18-20. Tune in as Pastor Paul concludes second half of this sermon looking at the decisions that Jehoshaphat made toward the end of his life and specifically in joining forces with Ahab. We pray you will be challenged in your walk with God and your own decision making process.
“That Wasn’t Such a Good Idea”
Ever have one of those moments when you get done saying something or just completed some action and looked back over and regretted it or said something similar to the title of this sermon – “That Wasn’t Such a Good Idea”? You’re not alone. We see several places throughout Scripture that as we trace the actions of the person and the outcome of those actions were are left repeating this all too familiar phrase. Hindsight is always 20/20 right?! Spend some…
“Recipients of God’s Work”
One of the things that brings the greatest praise to my lips is thinking on the work of God in my life. We were lost in our trespasses and sins, deserving death, deserving eternal separation from God. And yet God, in His mercy and grace, reached out to us in love and brought to us salvation. The Apostle Paul touches on some of the work of God in our lives in this passage of 2 Thessalonians. Listen and discover how…
“A Line too Far”
David writes in Psalm 11:3 NAU – “If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?” The Supreme Court decision on June 26th was disheartening. There has been a broad spectrum of reactions to it since its release. How do we respond as Christians? What does this mean for our country now? What does Scripture have to say? All this and more is answered as you listen to this sermon with David’s question as its focus.
“Antichrist – Ultimate Human Deceiver”
There is a lot of fascination in today’s age with end of world related events. Each film company has their own interpretation and you see a variety of different endings. As Christians though, our source of truth is the Bible. What does it say about the events themselves? Well is speaks of a very influential figure called the Antichrist. Who is this person? What does Scripture have to say? Take some time to listen to this message and dig into…
“Are We in the Great Tribulation Now?”
You hear talk all the time about the End Times events. They are the themes of popular block buster movies. Sadly that is often where people get their theology too about what events will take place as well as the manner in which they will happen. We see others trying to earn a buck using the Scriptures as their platform. We must be discerning as believers the Apostle Paul warns us over and over. What about the answer to the…
“The Day the Holy Spirit Came to Town”
In Acts 2, we find the record of the day of Pentecost and the beginning of the church, the body of Christ. There was some strange things happening on that day. We see the Holy Spirit in a unique picture form. We have thousands of people who speak different languages hearing the same message in their own tongue. We have thousands hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ. And we have thousands come to saving faith in Him. This sermon is…
“A Leader Worth Imitating”
Our world is always looking for a leader. It’s looking for someone that has the right qualities and characteristics and whom they consider as a person who is worth following. This message on 2 Chronicles take a look at Jehoshaphat and his character as a leader, as a king of the people. What are those qualities? What makes him a leader worth imitating?
“Last Minute Directions”
Ever have mom and dad leave for a weekend get away. I am sure that they (perhaps just mom) have given you some final instructions before they left like being sure to watch your brother or sister and make sure they behave. The Apostle Paul as he concluded his first letter to the Thessalonians gave them some final instructions. Don’t just gloss over them though. There is some really important stuff in these last verses. They contain life changing truths.…
“If We Knew the Future…”
Don’t you wish you did! Our world has a fascination with the idea especially with the realm of time travel. We won’t get into that. The Scriptures though do speak about the future and tells us what we can expect. The future that Paul writes of in 1 Thessalonians 5 concerns the Day of the Lord. Take some time to listen to this important message on the events that await this world.
“The Resurrection Reunion”
Do you remember the words to the old hymn…“What a day that will be, when my Jesus I will see, when I look upon His face…”. The day is coming. He will one day call us home to be with him. The Apostle Paul instructed the believers at Thessalonica about these things after some concerns they had. Take some time to sit down, open your Bible, and listen to this sermon on 1 Thessalonians 4 which reminds us of the…