United Church of God Sermons
Listen to messages recorded during weekly Saturday Sabbath services from various United Church of God congregations. These sermonettes, sermons and Bible studies are available at UCG.org within the local congregation section of the website. Search for additional messages at http://www.ucg.org/sermons/
Episodes
Telling the Generation to Come
By Brandon Zollner - Teaching your family and your spiritual family about God's wonderful plan.
No Box: The Sovereignty of God
By Matthew Fenchel - This message will look at the wisdom and sovereignty of God within the Church, His work in the world, and with us individually. We will look at three narratives: the defense of Stephen, the calling of Cornelius, and ordeal of Job.
What Is Atonement and Why We Keep It
By Russell Kemp - Going through scripture and showing why Atonement is commanded today.
The Power of Death
By Ethan May - This message examines what we need to understand regarding the power of death in scripture, looking at the relationship between sin & death. Christ has the ultimate power over death. We are each joined to Christ in the likeness of His death, through our symbolic death at baptism. Death will not
Packing Humility for the Feast
By Dave PerMar - By fasting on the Day of Atonement, we clear out our personal pride so we can pack the most essential item for rejoicing at the Feast of Tabernacles today: a servant's heart. At the same time, this fast humbles us as we picture a future world finally free from the adversary, whose ultimate removal
Revelation Series Part 22: Chapter 13:5-10
By Scott McKeon - The Beast will be given authority to rule the earth for 42 months. This will be more than just a government, as it will involve worship of the emperor and have significant implications for those who fear God.
Series on the Epistles of Paul (135) - Hebrews 3:1-19
By Jorge de Campos - Hebrews 3 emphasizes Christ’s supremacy over Moses and calls Christians to remain faithful to the end. Israel’s wilderness failure warns us that sin can deceive, harden the conscience, and produce unbelief and disobedience. God’s Word trains our spiritual discernment; therefore, we must continually
At the Darkest Comes the Light
By William Bradford - Throughout human history, mankind's condition can been summarized as darkness. The return of Jesus Christ will finally bring light to man.
At the Last Trumpet
By Brian Shaw - This world is plummeting disastrously into the end times, but those who understand and keep God’s Feast of Trumpets have their hearts set on the three joyful events to which this holyday points.
The Gospel of Rome
By Mike Phelps - Jesus Christ will give salvation, peace, and prosperity to mankind when He establishes His Kingdom.
The Intervention
By Rudolph Rangel III - The same human nature that turns a small disagreement into anger, resentment, and fighting can grow into generational hatred and even global warfare. But before humanity destroys itself, Jesus Christ will intervene, establish God’s Kingdom, and finally teach this world the way of peace.
The Trumpet of Warning
By David Chornomaz - This sermon presents the Feast of Trumpets as a reminder that God has always warned humanity, Israel, and His Church before bringing judgment or consequences. The central message calls believers to examine themselves, stay close to God, be like the Bereans in testing teachings by Scripture, and
The Abomination of Desolation? What Is That?
By Brett Diggins - The term "abomination of desolation" is used four times in the Bible. What is this abomination of desolation? And why does it matter for us personally?
Bible Study - Hebrews Part 23 - 8:1-13
By William Bradford - The twenty-third part in a series of mid-week Bible studies covering the book of Hebrews. This session covers chapter 8.
Seeing But Not Observing
By Chandler Dowd - Isaiah 42 warns that God’s people can see many things and still fail to truly observe what He is showing them. The Feast of Trumpets is a call to stay spiritually alert as we look toward Christ’s return and the coming Kingdom of God. God’s warnings are meant to be seen, heard, and acted on.
When the Trumpet Sounds
By David Marcum - The Feast of Trumpets points us to the return of Jesus Christ, the resurrection of the saints, and the establishment of God's Kingdom on earth. Throughout Scripture, the trumpet represents a call to assemble, move, prepare, warn, and recognize the coming King. But this Holy Day is not only about
Three Things About Today
By Cliff Wickman - This year the Feast of Trumpets falls on a Sabbath. And that means that it is a holyday, a new moon and a Sabbath. The letter to the Colossians mentions those same three things. How does Col 2:16 relate to what we are doing today?
The Turning Point: From Calling the Few to Rescuing the World
By Kevin Call - In Matt. 24, Christ made a very chilling projection. He said human affairs would eventually escalate in this society today to the point that if He doesn't intervene no human would survive. The Feast of Trumpets is not a warning of doom, it's a powerful promise of rescue.
Trumpets to Tabernacles: Preparing for Christ's Reign
By James J Malizia - Speaker: James Malizia Date: 9/12/26 In this message, we explore how the Feast of Trumpets is more than a prophecy. It's a powerful reminder to stay spiritually awake, prepare for Christ's return, and look forward to the peace and restoration of His coming reign.
A Time of Great Encouragement
By Jerold Aust - Major TV news outlets seem to have nothing but bad news to report on most days. One conclusion that can be drawn from their reports might be that man does not have the capability of ruling ourselves effectively. But this day reveals an important event - one that will stop man from taking a final
The Number God Never Stated: Seventy Bulls, Seventy Nations and the Feast of Tabernacles
By Matt King - Seventy bulls are offered across the seven days of the Feast of Tabernacles—a number the text never states outright, leaving the reader to add the sacrifices each day to arrive at seventy. It is unique in the sacred calendar: every other Holy Day repeats a fixed offering, while Tabernacles alone
The Greatest Prophecy
By Daniel Porteous - The greatest prophecy in Scripture is God’s plan to bring salvation to humanity through Jesus Christ. The Feast of Trumpets points to the return of the Son of Man in glory, when He will receive dominion over all nations and establish a Kingdom that will never be destroyed. Understanding that future
A Living Sacrifice
By Carl Kasperson - We know that we are supposed to present ourselves as a living sacrifice, but when and how do we do that?
The Feast of Trumpets
By Justin Massie - The Feast of Trumpets is a memorial of blowing of trumpets. How do we as Christians memorialize and anticipate the blowing of trumpets?
Hold Fast to the Dream
By Mark Regoord - The triumphant return of Jesus Christ to usher in the Kingdom of God is a fundamental part of the vision we embrace. Scripture tells us that it is God' good pleasure to give us that Kingdom and we have a responsibility to walk worthy of those promises... repenting, overcoming, growing, and enduring.
Laodiceans- Making Gold Refined by Fire
By Darrell Keisel - This sermon looks at the last church era of Laodicea and goes through the prophetic scriptures on how even they too will overcome and make it into the Kingdom of God, albeit not the easiest way.
The Importance of Immediate Obedience to God's Holy Spirit
By Lincoln Marini - The Bible teaches the followers of Jesus, if we want to participate in the glorious events at the sound of the Seventh Trumpet, one of the things we must be doing is to follow God's Holy Spirit to the end. In this message, people will learn two reasons why it is important to immediately obey the
Season of Judgement
By Stephen Bouchette - God is both Creator and Sustainer who plants, cultivates, and expects good fruit from those He has blessed. Jesus pointed to the fig tree and the signs of the times so we would recognize that a season of judgment precedes His return, even though no one knows the exact day or hour. Therefore we must
Jesus Christ the King Returns
By Stephen Hanson - The people of God are commanded to keep the Feast of Trumpets.
Living for Today, Tomorrow, and Forever
By John Elliott - When we combine today's economic, political, military, weather and environmental upheavals, we see a world in motion towards conditions Scripture says will precede Christ's return. They are coming faster perhaps than most people are aware. How does God want His people to be living today, tomorrow
Trumpets: A Feast Symbolizing a Time of Joyous Anticipation
By Robert Gardenhire - Three momentous events are discussed: the resurrection, the end of religious confusion, and the coming of a perfect King.
I Will Be Their God
By Derek Strauss - God will bring all the people of the world into a permanent covenant relationship with Him.
The Complacent Christian
By Danny Jennings - Warnings are plain in Christ's parables and in the letter to the Church in Laodicea that lukewarmness or complacency could cause us to be left out of God's Kingdom. We must be actively using God's Spirit and growing in character as we watch and take heed to the warnings and all the more as we see
A Shout of Joy and a Cry of Terror
By Greg Thomas - This Feast of Trumpets message presents Yom Teruah as one loud blast with two opposite meanings: joy for the firstfruits raised and changed at the last trumpet, and terror for a world that will not repent. The speaker ties that dual shout to Scripture, to the return of Christ as both Savior and
Are You Ready?
By William Paz - It has been estimated that approximately 1/3 of the Bible is prophetic. Others feel 100% of the Bible is prophetic because every part contributes to the overarching narrative of humanity’s fall and redemption. Since Scripture devotes so much to prophecy and future events, should the events and
When the Trumpets Sound!
By Troy Phelps - Speaker: Troy Phelps Date: 9/12/26 The trumpets of Revelation picture God’s dramatic intervention to bring an end to mankind’s failed attempt to rule apart from Him and establish the Kingdom of God. While those trumpets will sound like judgment to a rebellious world, to those who faithfully endure
When the Trumpet Sounds Will Christ Know You?
By Luis A Marrero - This message connects the Feast of Trumpets with the future return of Jesus Christ. It warns that simply calling Jesus “Lord,” claiming religious identity, or performing works in His name is not enough. It urges believers to examine their worship, reject deception, hold fast to the truth so that
The Last Trumpet: The End of War
By Brian McGuire - At His return Christ will end all human conflict, spiritual warfare, and resistance against Him.
The Two Entrances
By Ryan Shallenberger - Christ lowered himself when He entered Jerusalem at His last Passover amidst the shouts of "Hosanna" by the crowds. However, He'll return with great power and glory. Do we approach Him with humility?
For What Purpose Is This Day to You?
By Charles Melear - Summary Pending
The Prophetic Connection to September 11th
By Dan Preston - After the shocking events of 9/11, many turned to the Bible looking for a connection to prophecy. There is, in fact, a connection to the Feast of Trumpets and its powerful meaning for all humanity.
The Acceptable Year of the Lord and the Day of Vengeance
By Ken Loucks - Jesus Christ began His ministry by announcing good news, healing, liberty and release—giving a glimpse of the restoration God intends for all humanity. Before that worldwide Jubilee can be established, the Day of the Lord must bring an end to human rule and place the kingdoms of this world under
The Trumpets Proclaim
By Andy Duran - Trumpets historically signal major proclamations, and the Day of Trumpets foreshadows three powerful future events: the establishment of God's kingdom, the resurrection of the Saints, and the ultimate gathering to meet Christ at His return.
Blessed Are Your Eyes
By Bart Bornhorst - God has given each of us the ability to hear something or read about something, and then develop a picture of that within our minds. As we go through the very descriptive details of the Day of the Lord, I would encourage you to use your imagination to develop a picture of what Christ's return will
The Joy of the Lord Gives Us Strength
By Michael Greider - The joy of the Lord gives us strength as we wait, because the Feast of Trumpets reminds us that generations of longing, brokenness, and unfulfilled promises will reach their turning point in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the return of Jesus Christ. This day will culminate in judgement
Conformed To The Image of the Heavenly
By Nathan Ekama - When we talk about becoming an heir glorified together with Jesus Christ, what manner of persons ought we to be? Are we just doing it for the benefits or are our hearts really in it? How hard are we willing to work to attain to the resurrection?
Can I Have Your Attention Please?
By Ben Light - When you consider the plan of God, and symbolism of His Holy Days - much can be said about the Feast of Trumpets. It is the linchpin of the Festivals of God - everything which comes after it, is impossible without the events of this Day. God used Trumpets to get the attention of the host of Israel
Feast of Trumpets - What Does the Lord Require of Us?
By Daniel Apartian - A sermon on the Feast of Trumpets connects Revelation 11, Matthew 24, and Micah 6:8 to describe Christ’s return and the transfer of earth’s rulership from Satan to God. It examines what God requires is not ritual performance but a repentant heart expressed through justice, mercy, and humble walking
Trumpets and the Two White Horses
By Ryan Hall - The Feast of Trumpets encompasses many meanings. One of the most important of these is the warning to the people of God that powerful spiritual forces work in our world today. We must be vigilant, so that we are not deceived and will be with Christ when he rides to save the world at the end of the
Redemption, Justification, Sanctification, Glorification
By Dave Werner - Our calling is a beautiful process orchestrated by God and Jesus Christ from before the foundations of the world. How did we get to where we are today, and where are we going? What does the Feast of Trumpets ultimately mean for us as we are fully born into the God family?
From Sinai to the Last Trumpet
By Josh Vazquez - This message connects the Feast of Trumpets with the biblical story of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt and God’s descent on Mount Sinai. The message then draws a parallel between that first trumpet blast at Sinai and the future trumpet at Christ’s return, emphasizing that just as God fulfilled His
But, We Shall All Be Changed!
By Robin S Webber - This message given on the Feast of Trumpets speaks to God's abiding grace in the miracle of The Resurrection of the First Fruits both dead and alive at the 7th Trumpet. It not only deals with knowing about this event in Scripture, but what we embrace even when life is dark and stormy and death is at
Curses To Blessings
By Jerald Kliewer - The curses came about because of sin. The blessings come about by the work of Christ.
Is This The End?
By Ed Dowd - Prophecy reveals great and terrifying events leading up to the return of Jesus Christ to this earth. The Feast of Trumpets heralds wonderful things, but several prophesied events must first take place, including the final revival of the system pictured in Daniel and Revelation. God gives His people
We Should Get Anointed When We Need It
By Skip Miller - Here are 3 good reasons to do so.
Yom Teruah
By Scott McKeon - Why did God set apart a day for trumpets, alarm, loud noise, joy, and rejoicing?
The Pivotal Holy Day
By Jorge de Campos - The Day of Trumpets marks a pivotal point in God’s plan—the return of Jesus Christ, resurrection of the saints, and establishment of God’s Kingdom over the earth. It is both a warning and a message of hope, calling us to awake, repent, watch, and live now according to the Kingdom’s rules and getting
The Sound of the Trumpet
By Elias Vazquez - This sermon presents the Feast of Trumpets as God’s urgent spiritual “emergency broadcast,” calling His people to tune out the noise of the world and tune in to His frequency. The message develops three main points of the Holy Day: it proclaims the coronation and supreme authority of Jesus Christ as
The Turning Point, the Seventh Trumpet, and You
By Bob Orosz - Although we pursue careers, income, comfort, and family, these blessings cannot remove life’s unavoidable end, death. Many hope for life beyond this one and spend a lifetime trying to become worthy of it. Yet our Creator has provided a way of escape, revealed in Scripture: at the appointed turning
Time Is Up
By Caleb Janicich - Christ's return will be like a flash of lightning, from east to west. It will be sudden, and when we least expect it. Will we be so doing? What will Christ discover in His people when He returns?
Hebrews 2:1-18 - Series on the Epistles of Paul (134)
By Jorge de Campos - Hebrews 2 reveals Christ’s superiority to angels and explains why He became human. He tasted death for mankind, defeated Satan, and is bringing many sons to glory. By sharing our human experience, suffering and temptation, Christ became our merciful and faithful High Priest, able to understand
Bible Study - Hebrews Part 22 - 7:1-28
By William Bradford - The twenty-second part in a series of mid-week Bible studies covering the book of Hebrews. This session covers chapter 7.
Being Ready for His Return
By William Bradford - We want to understand the framework prophecy provides in understanding God's plan, but beyond that, we must understand what Christ Himself told us about being ready for His return.
How Would God Describe You?
By Josh Vazquez - This message asks listeners to consider how God would describe them, especially in light of the Bible’s honest portrayals of flawed yet faithful people. Using examples such as David, Abraham, Moses, and John the Baptist, the sermon shows that while God does not ignore sin, He also does not define
Do You Love Me?
By Matt Earles - Few moments in life are truly defining moments. Baptism should be one of those moments. So what does it mean when Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians that we are a new creation and that God pleads through us?
How the Model Prayer Reveals the Plan of God
By Tim Martens - An examination of the Model Prayer given by Jesus in Matthew 6 shows a correlation to the Ten Commandments, as well as, an outline of the plan of God for the salvation of mankind.
Am I Ready?
By Matthew McDonald - A question we need to ask ourselves, “Am I ready?”. This sermon we will talk about three things we can do to make sure we are ready for the return of Jesus Christ.
Not All Battles Are Worth Fighting
By Michael Douthett - Drawing on the examples of Nehemiah, Jesus, and Paul, this message teaches that faithful Christians must stay focused on God's purpose by courageously enduring the hardships that strengthen their faith while wisely refusing to be distracted by fruitless conflicts that pull them away from their
Power of the Resurrection
By Ernest Grier - The hope of the resurrection is one of the driving forces behind our faith. The resurrection of the dead was the entire hope and one of the central messages of the early Church.
Trumpets Throughout Time
By Peter Eddington - This sermon takes an important look at Trumpets in Scripture—at the beginning, the middle and the end. We’ll understand more of the significance of this milestone annual Holy Day, the Day of Trumpets. It has tremendous meaning and consequence.
God is All About Restitution and Restoration
By Bob Orosz - God lives a life of restitution and restoration with mankind. It was His idea in the beginning to restore men and women to Himself after they sinned. But it was much more than a single act. He has woven this pattern into spiritual, emotional and physical life in so many ways. God wants us to excel
Day Twenty One
By Scott Gjesvold - This sermonette reminds us that while we cannot control the “wind and rain” of life or change the past, we can control how we respond. Through the examples of Joseph and David, we are encouraged to trust God, repent when we fall short, and move forward with faith, knowing that God can help us from
One Flesh
By Ben Light - God created marriage as a lifelong covenant in which a man and woman leave, cleave, and commit themselves to becoming one flesh. This union calls husbands and wives to Christlike love, faithfulness, sacrifice, forgiveness, and service while preparing them for the family of God. Marriage also reveals
How is the Theme of the Fall Holy Days Different From the Spring?
By Greg Thomas - The spring Holy Days focus on God's work in individuals through repentance, acceptance of Christ's sacrifice, overcoming sin, and receiving the Holy Spirit as He prepares His firstfruits for His Kingdom. The fall Holy Days broaden that focus to God's intervention in the world through Christ's return
The Feast of Joy: An Opportunity To Be a Light
By Mark Bettes - The Feast is a time of joy for the people of God. Many non-member spouses attend with our members which provides us with a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate the joy of being a Christian. Our actions, whether good or bad, have lasting consequences.
Times of Refreshing
By Ron Davenport - In Acts 3:19 Peter gives a framework for spiritual revival that ultimately will be applied across all the world. As we go through the prophetic scriptures, we see how the fall holy days presage how an entire world will follow the steps of Acts 3:19 to revive a world on the brink of extinction.
Could I Be Deceived?
By Christopher Pritchard - The problem is, if you are deceived, you do not know you are deceived. Jas 1:22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.
Why Christ Must Return
By Steve K Buchanan - While man hopes he can overcome global problems, the solutions only make today's problems worse. This sermon shows that without Christ's intervention, mankind would destroy himself.
Practicing Biblical Kindness
By Steve Parker - There's no doubt that kindness is a character trait that everyone can embrace. But for the CHRIST-follower, to model kindness for others goes beyond just being nice. This sermon focuses on Ephesians 2 and explores biblical kindness that our Heavenly Father models and gives a framework for our own
The Former and Latter Rains
By Lewis VanAusdle - This message uses the biblical image of seasonal rain to describe God’s faithfulness, blessing, and work of spiritual restoration. Beginning with Elijah’s prayer for rain after a long drought, it explains how God used the former and latter rains in Israel as signs of provision tied to obedience
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