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Blessed by the Fight // David Swart

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

What happens when God doesn’t wait for you to become the right person before showing up? Join us as we explore how God’s grace precedes His transformation and why the hardest "detours" of our lives (the Harans) are often where He is building something beautiful for the future.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 - Intro to the Series: Unpacking the Old Testament Arc
1:19 - Luke 24: Finding Jesus on the Road to Emmaus
2:27 - A Math Nerd’s Guide to Matthew 1: The Timeline
3:31 - How We’re Dividing the Old Testament Story This Year
4:51 - Meet Jacob: Is He a Villain or a Hero?
7:25 - Bethel: When God Meets a Fugitive (Timing Matters!)
13:38 - Grace Precedes Transformation: Heaven Comes Down
17:52 - Haran: The Deceiver is Formed (A 20-Year Squeeze)
26:36 - Peniel: God Strikes and Blesses the Wrestler

#christian #bible #614church #davidswart #aaronstephens #abraham #isaac #Jacob #Genesis #ThePatriarchs #BibleStudy #WrestlingWithGod #Grace #Formation #Transformation #OldTestament #FaithJourney

The Sacrifice You Can't Make // Aaron Stephens

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

We often turn biblical figures into "stained glass superheroes," but Abraham was just a regular man who struggled with fear, failure, and the messy reality of life. In this message, we read Genesis 22 with the story of Abraham and Isaac.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 — From Genesis 1 to the Patriarchs
1:00 — Stained Glass vs. The Real Abraham
3:32 — The Danger of Helping God (Ishmael)
5:23 — Isaac: The Laughter of the Promise
6:47 — The Test: When God Asks for the Promise Back
11:58 — Delayed Obedience is Disobedience
15:06 — The Day of Reckoning on Mount Moriah
23:44 — The Gospel Hidden in Plain Sight

#christian #bible #614church #davidswart #aaronstephens #patriarchs #abraham #isaac #jacob #AbrahamAndIsaac #Genesis22 #BibleStudy #Gospel #Faith #Christianity #JehovahJireh #SermonSeries #BiblicalHistory #JesusInTheOldTestament

Why the Modern Church is Failing at Discipleship // Terry Kreuger

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

In this session, Terry Kruger (TK) joins 614 Church for a powerful moment of prophetic release and a "recalibration" of what it means to lead and follow Jesus from Philippians 3. Stop competing and start co-laboring.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 - Introduction to TK (Terry Kruger)
1:31 - A Prophetic Moment: Releasing Heavy Burdens
6:02 - The Call to Eldership & Philippians 3
9:22 - The Critical Value of Spiritual Reminders
11:09 - Stop Competing, Start Co-Laboring (No Junior Elders)
12:13 - The Functional vs. Relational Call of Leadership
13:28 - Charging the Elders (and the Church) to Believe the Best
20:45 - Life on Mission: Why We Must Recover "The Table"

#christian #614church #davidswart #terrykreuger

How to Stop Feeling Empty // David Swart - Easter 2026

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Are you merely surviving? Despite being the most connected and optimized generation in history, the U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness a formal epidemic—with health risks equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In this Easter message, we explore John 10:10 to discover why we feel so drained and how Jesus offers an "abundant life" that goes far beyond our physical existence.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 -- The Loneliness Epidemic & The 15-Cigarette Risk
2:08 – The One Sentence That Changes Everything
3:16 – Context: The Man Healed from Blindness (John 9)
7:01 – Point 1: The Thief is Real (Understanding Kleptos)
13:44 – Point 2: Defining Zoe – The Kind of Life Jesus Offers
19:32 – The Power of the Flock: Why Isolation is Deadly
24:38 – Point 3: The Shepherd’s Door is Always Open

#loneliness #abundantlife #john1010 #easter2026 #mentalhealth #goodshepherd #christian #614church #davidswart

Stop Calling it a Season // David Swart

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

So often, we mistake "stuckness" for a "season." We build routines that become fortresses, calling it stability when it's actually a refusal to move. Whether you are dealing with the "gravity" of the familiar or the weight of past grief, God is calling you to Lek Leka—to "go for your own becoming."

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 The Presence of God Challenges Us
1:17 Are You Stuck or Just in a "Season"?
2:42 The Gravity of the Familiar (The Ohio Effect)
3:50 Terah’s Mistake: Settling in Haran
7:47 Why We Stop: Grief, Loss, and Comfort
9:51 Lek Lekha: Go for Your Own Becoming
17:20 God’s Promise in the Midst of Barrenness
24:35 Jesus: The Ultimate Fulfillment of the Call

#ChristianSermon #Genesis12 #Abraham #FaithOverComfort #614Church #LekLeka #SpiritualGrowth #BibleStudy #davidswart

Why God Destroyed Their Hard Work // Kathy Swart

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

God isn't anti-creativity or anti-success; He’s pro-foundation. Discover how to shift your center from your own "name" back to the Creator.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
(0:00) Finding Jesus in the Old Testament
(1:54) The Great Debate: How do you say "Babel"?
(2:40) Scripture Reading: Genesis 11:1-9
(4:27) Why Details Matter: Bricks vs. Stone
(6:06) Ziggurats: The Quest for Transcendence
(9:07) Moving Eastward: The Direction of Separation
(15:44) The Cycle: Grace, Rebellion, Judgment, Grace
(20:02) The Lord Who Came Down: From Babel to Jesus
(23:54) Personal Application: What is your foundation?

#Genesis11 #TowerOfBabel #BibleStudy #ChristianSermon #JesusInTheOldTestament #Grace #FaithFoundations #614Church #davidswart #kathyswart

Your Environment Isn't the Issue // David Swart

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

After one of the most dramatic events in human history, Noah and his family step off the ark into a new reality. In this sermon covering Genesis chapters 8 and 9, we explore God’s faithful covenant with all creation, symbolized by the rainbow, and the unchanging nature of the human heart.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 - Introduction to Genesis Chapter 8
1:08 - The Gravity of the Flood and Man’s Wickedness
2:12 - Reviewing the 5 Major Doctrines in Genesis
4:40 - Noah Steps Off the Ark: A New Beginning
6:16 - Noah's First Response: Building an Altar of Worship
7:50 - God Establishes the Covenant and the Sign of the Rainbow
10:24 - The Mandate: "Be Fruitful and Multiply" (Then and Now)
16:59 - The Spiritual Implication: The Great Commission to Make Disciples
22:50 - Understanding God's Unconditional, Cosmic Covenant
27:21 - The Unified Story of Redemption Through Covenants
28:33 - The Cycle of Sin Restarts: Noah’s Failure

#614church #genesis6 #noahsark #jesusintheoldtestament #atonement #gospelofjesus #biblicalprophecy #spiritualrest #christiansermon #davidswart

Are You on the Wrong Side of the Door? // Aaron Stephens

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

We all know the story of Noah’s Ark, but what if it was never just about a boat?

In this message, we explore how the story of Noah is actually a prophetic blueprint of Jesus Christ. We connect the dots between the Old Testament and the New, revealing how the specific details God gave Noah—from the "gopher wood" to the one "door"—foreshadow the salvation found only in Jesus.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 – Springtime in Ohio and spiritual renewal.
1:31 – Recap: The crescendo of creation to the fall of man.
4:22 – God’s Divine Grief: The natural consequences of wickedness.
7:50 – Noah: The man who walked with God in a wicked generation.
10:11 – The Ark's Golden Ratio: No rudder, no sail, only God's control.
13:28 – The Seven Day Warning: Hardened hearts and the whisper of the garden.
15:24 – The Great Undoing: Why Noah’s folly became wisdom.
17:09 – The Prophetic Blueprint: How the Ark is a picture of Jesus.
22:01 – The Mystery of "Kefar": The connection between Pitch and Atonement.
24:43 – Sealed by the Spirit: Waterproofed for eternity.
26:12 – The Open Door: A final invitation to step into the true Ark.

#614church #genesis6 #noahsark #jesusintheoldtestament #atonement #gospelofjesus #biblicalprophecy #spiritualrest #christiansermon #aaronstephens #davidswart

The Secret to Finding Abundant Life // Jackie Pullinger

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

614 Conference Sunday Special Episode!

In this moving and convicting message, legendary missionary Jackie Pullinger shares her heart on what it truly means to follow Jesus into the darkest corners of society. Drawing from her decades of experience in Hong Kong’s Walled City, Jackie challenges the Church to move beyond comfortable ministry and embrace the "lurching disasters" of the world.

In this message, Jackie discusses:

- The Mandate of the Poor: Why ministry to the marginalized isn't an "optional extra" but the heart of the Gospel.
- The Concept of Kenosis: How Jesus emptied Himself, and why our own "emptiness" is actually the doorway to God’s abundance.
- Handling Disappointment: Encouragement for those who have been "burnt" by ministry and how to find the grace to go again.
- Spiritual Gifts: The practical necessity of the Holy Spirit's power when our own resources run dry.

Jackie reminds us that we don't have to go to Hong Kong to find the lost—we simply need to start where we are, waste our "perfume" on the one in front of us, and trust that God will bring the harvest.

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0:00 – Introduction: Welcoming a Woman of God
1:27 – Prophetic Song: "Will You See? Will You Go?"
4:02 – The Foolishness of Tongues: Building Yourself Up
6:17 – Human Becoming: Reflecting God Differently
7:47 – Why the Poor? The Essential Gospel Mandate
13:25 – Legends of Lust: A "Lurching Disaster" Success Story
24:14 – The Principle of Kenosis: Dying Daily to Live Fully
42:47 – A Prayer for the Disappointed: Going Again After Getting "Burnt"

Stop Giving God Your Leftovers // Danny Batarseh

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Is Jesus worthy of everything in your life, or is He not worthy at all?

In this continuing study of Genesis, Danny explores the familiar but challenging story of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1-16). He unpacks a crucial question: Why did God accept Abel's offering but reject Cain's?

This sermon reveals that God’s preference was not about meat vs. vegetables. It was about the heart behind the gift. Abel gave his "first and finest"—a move of complete faith—while Cain merely offered "some"—an act of convenient ritual.

Danny challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we offering God our best "first fruits," or just our leftovers? We explore what it means to be a "living sacrifice" in today's world and the danger of letting resentment and comparison "crouch at the door" of our hearts.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 - Are You Actively Seeking God?
4:53 - Introduction to Cain and Abel
6:33 - The Problem with Leftovers
8:48 - Faith vs. Obligation
10:14 - What Are Today's "First Fruits"?
18:48 - When Sin Crouches at the Door
22:15 - The Danger of Resentment
24:08 - God Draws Near in Our Failure

#cainandabel #genesis #worship #faith #christiansermon #generosity #repentance #forgiveness #614church

The Power of the Table: Redefining Church Planting with Chris Wienand

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0500

This is a special episode from 614 Conference that features a conversation between David Swart and Chris Wienand. We hope you enjoy this and are stirred to ask the Lord how you are meant to GO!

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Is church planting only for the "spiritual elite," or is it the natural calling of every healthy Jesus community?

In this session, David Swart sits down with Chris Wienand (Genesis Collective) to discuss the raw, honest, and surprisingly simple reality of starting new churches. Chris shares his "accidental" journey from the Jesus Movement in South Africa to planting a thriving, millennial-led community in Costa Mesa, California, at age 57.

Key highlights in this conversation:

The "Table" over the "Stage": Why a dining room table is often more effective than a high-budget school hall.
The Call to Multiply: Moving beyond just growing a local church to filling the earth with Jesus communities.
Apprenticeship: Why church planting isn't a manual you buy, but a life you share through honest, loving "boot camp" leadership.
Radical Faith: A miraculous story of how a small community of baristas and students raised over $100,000 in a single offering to give it all away.

Whether you feel a stir to lead something new or simply want to understand God's heart for multiplication, this talk will ruffle your feathers and ignite your faith for the "great global gospel adventure."

A Note on the Theology of the "Table"

Chris references the early church model found in Acts 2:42-47. This lifestyle of "breaking bread from house to house" is the foundation of what he calls a Jesus Community.

Instead of starting with complex programs (children's ministry, worship bands, etc.), Chris advocates for building trust, storytelling, and shared life first. As he notes, "Where there is life, there is growth."

CHAPTERS

0:00 – Introduction: Chris Wienand and the Genesis Collective

1:21 – Why Church Planting Matters for Every Believer

3:22 – Increase vs. Multiplication: The Genesis Mandate

5:31 – How Do You Know You’re Ready to Plant?

7:47 – The Apprenticeship Model: Getting "Ready for the World"

13:53 – The "Table" Strategy: Launching with Simplicity

19:08 – Reaching the "Far Off": Deconstruction and Unreached Nations

27:50 – A Lesson in Radical Generosity: Giving it All Away

32:42 – 5,000 by Friday: Learning to "Pray Your Money In"

34:22 – Moving from Management to Kingdom Mystery

35:18 – Overcoming the Fear of the "System"

36:05 – Abiding in the Vine: The #1 Secret to Survival

38:05 – Self-Awareness vs. Self-Excuse: Facing the Mirror

40:09 – Spiritual Push-ups: Building a Financial Faith Story

42:21 – Closing: A Call to the Next Generation of Planters

Biblical Reasons You Need This Conference // David Swart

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Are you ready for a "software update" from the Holy Spirit? In this special service, Pastor David explores the biblical roots of "Holy Convocations" from Leviticus 23 and why setting aside dedicated time for God—through conferences and fasting—can permanently alter the trajectory of your life.

We also hear a breathtaking testimony from Coral Jones, whose "yes" at a previous conference led to a miraculous series of events involving a specific man-made island in South Korea and a nine-minute connection seven years in the making.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
00:00 – Invoking the Manifest Presence: Opening Prayer
02:15 – The "Holy Convocation": Why We Hold Conferences
04:02 – Lessons from Leviticus: The Cost of Pilgrimage
06:50 – A History of Outpouring: Looking Back at Abba & Imprints
10:11 – Testimony: The Night God Changed Our Plans
14:35 – The DMZ & The 9-Minute Miracle: Coral Jones' Story
18:12 – Living in the Waiting: Practical Steps of Faith
20:45 – Corporate Prayer: Lifting Our Voices Together

Did God Really Say? The Lie That Changed Everything // Aaron Stephens

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500

The fall of humanity didn’t begin with rebellion—it began with a question.

In Genesis 3, we see how the serpent’s subtle deception fractured humanity’s relationship with God, with each other, and with creation itself. This message walks through the tactics of the enemy, the responsibility of obedience, the danger of silence, and the lies we tell ourselves that still shape our lives today.

But the story doesn’t end with shame, hiding, or exile.

Right in the middle of the fall, God plants a promise—the first glimpse of the gospel. From Eden to the cross to the resurrection, this message traces how Jesus crushes the serpent’s head and restores what was lost.

If you’ve ever wrestled with temptation, shame, distance from God, or the feeling that “something isn’t working,” this message is for you.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
00:00 – The Question That Changed Everything
04:26 – User Error in the Garden
07:24 – The Enemy’s Strategy: Isolation and Distortion
12:52 – Selling the Gain, Hiding the Cost
16:23 – Believing Your Own Lies
18:33 – Silent Adam and the Cost of Inaction
21:34 – Where Are You? God’s Pursuit in Our Shame
27:03 – The First Gospel Promise

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The Design for Living: Genesis 2 Explained // David Swart

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Are you trying to build your life without a guide? In this message, we dive into Genesis 2 to look at the "Millennium Falcon" picture of God's original design. Before the world got complicated, God established a clear roadmap for our work, our relationships, and our identity.

Whether you're feeling isolated, stuck in your career, or navigating the complexities of modern dating and marriage, this sermon offers a refreshing look at what it means to "work it and keep it" in the image of God.

📌 Key Takeaway: You weren't made for isolation or idleness; you were designed for purposeful work and deep community.

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📍 Sermon Chapters
0:00 – Entering the Rest: Becoming Aware of God’s Presence
2:50 – Building Without a Map: Life is Not a DIY Project
6:40 – Elohim vs. Yahweh: The God Who Comes Close
13:00 – Eden: A Canvas of Abundant Potential
15:30 – "Work It and Keep It": Your Divine Job Description
18:40 – A Call to Action: Getting Unstuck and Stepping Up
22:55 – The First "Not Good": The Necessity of Community
28:40 – The Design of Marriage: Leaving, Cleaving, and Grace

The Blueprint of Being: Purpose, Image, and the Good Life // David Swart

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500

In this foundational message, David Swart dives into Genesis 1 to move beyond the typical "science vs. faith" debate and uncover the profound "Why" behind our existence. He explores the Hebrew concept of Tove (Good), revealing that God’s creation isn't just aesthetically pleasing, but perfectly ordered for human flourishing. By unpacking the Imago Dei (Image of God) and the original mandate to subdue and rule, Swart challenges us to see our work, relationships, and identity through the lens of God's royal representation. The sermon concludes by linking the original mandate of Genesis to the Great Commission of Matthew, calling us to be renewed image-bearers who fill the world with the presence of Jesus.

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0:00 – Defining Our Biblical Worldview and Purpose
0:51 – The Rhythm of Forming and Filling Creation
3:05 – Beyond Science: Who Created and Why?
4:25 – Understanding Tove: Functional Goodness and Flourishing
9:58 – Imago Dei: Mirroring the Nature of God
15:54 – Royal Representatives: Stewarding the King’s World
18:08 – The Mandate: Cultivation Over Exploitation
23:38 – Great Commission: Filling Earth With Disciples

Beyond History: Seeing Jesus in the Genesis of Everything // David Swart

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Why does the Old Testament often feel like a disconnected moral history book? In this powerful series opener, David Schwartz explores how the entire biblical narrative—starting from the very first verses of Genesis—is fundamentally about the person of Jesus Christ. By understanding God as the uncreated Creator who exists above time yet chooses to step into our chaos, we discover a Savior who doesn’t just offer life coaching, but a total heart transplant.

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Message Chapters
0:00 – The Entire Scripture Points to Jesus Christ
4:16 – Five Major Biblical Doctrines Rooted in Genesis
7:56 – Defining God as Transcendent and Personally Present
9:22 – Diagnosing the Human Problem as Internal Rebellion
12:25 – Analyzing the First Two Verses of Creation
15:43 – Understanding God as the Uncreated Creator of Time
23:18 – The Spirit Hovering Over Our Formless Chaos
28:20 – Jesus as the Living Word Present at Creation

The Great Commission: Our Call to Go and Make Disciples // David Swart

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0500

In this visionary message, David Swart reflects on the incredible milestones of 2025—from record-breaking generosity to lives transformed by the Gospel. Using Matthew 28 as a roadmap, he challenges the congregation to move beyond being "Christians" to becoming "disciples" who are trained and sent. The service culminates in the historic commissioning of the Worthington site team, marking a new chapter in the church’s mission to reach the city and the world.

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0:00 – Celebrating God’s Faithfulness in 2025
3:24 – The Fruit of Radical Generosity
5:33 – Life Groups: The Heart of Community
7:01 – Reclaiming the Great Commission Mission
9:21 – Until Everyone Knows Jesus Intimately
12:53 – Discipleship Environments vs. Private Faith
22:42 – Serving as a Path to Spiritual Formation
27:19 – Commissioning the New Worthington Site Team

More Than a Story: Why the World Still Needs the Gospel // David Swart

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0500

The urgency of the hour is here. In this moving Christmas message, we explore why the birth of Jesus is more than just a beautiful tradition or a "cheesy movie" plot—it is a historically significant event that changed the timeline of humanity.

Drawing from his recent ministry trip to Abu Dhabi, Pastor David shares how the global church is on the move and challenges us to move from complacency to "front-footed waiting." Looking at the life of Simeon in Luke 2, we see what it means to live in eager anticipation of the Redeemer who brings forgiveness, adoption, and a true inheritance.

In this sermon, you will learn:
Why the international calendar (AD) centers on one specific life.
How the "silence of God" for 400 years ended in a stable.
What it means to call God "Abba" (Father).
How to find hope in Jesus rather than politics or career.

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0:00 – The "Man Cold" and the Power of Unity
1:42 – Lessons from Abu Dhabi: Faith in a Muslim Nation
5:15 – The Global Church: God is on the Move
9:15 – More Than a Story: The Urgency of the Hour
11:20 – 2025 AD: Why Jesus is Ground Zero for History
14:38 – The Man Who Was Ready: Simeon’s Patient Waiting
19:42 – The Consolation of Israel: Beauty After 400 Years of Silence
24:35 – Abba Father: From Slaves to Sons and Daughters
28:56 – What Are You Waiting For? An Invitation to Jesus

The Pattern of God With Us: Spiritual, Physical, Spiritual // Jake Rankey

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

In this sermon, Jake explores the profound meaning of Emmanuel (God with us) by tracing a clear pattern of God's presence throughout history and in our current lives. Beginning with the powerful story of Derek Redmond and his father, the message shows that the Father will always push through the crowd to be with us.

Discover the significance of Jesus' self-emptying (Kenosis), why He became fully human, and how the Holy Spirit now makes a home in us, making every believer a walking temple. Learn the truth that when you focus on Jesus, you walk; when you focus on circumstances, you sink.

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Until Everyone Knows Jesus.

0:34 The Father Pushes Through: The Derek Redmond Story
5:25 The Pattern of God's Presence: Spiritual, Physical, Spiritual
7:27 Kenosis: How Jesus Emptied Himself Without Losing His Divinity
11:11 The Divine Reversal: God's Image in Man and Man's Likeness in God
16:58 Joseph's Faith: Accepting the Prophecy and the Scandal
20:47 Don't Sink: Fixing Your Eyes on Jesus, Not the Waves
24:49 The Holy Spirit Dwells Within Us: You are God's Temple
27:43 The Uniqueness of Christianity: God Comes Down to Man

The Power of Story: Why Your Life is Bigger Than You Think // Aaron Stephens

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

We often try to live a small, safe story, but the Bible reveals a massive, thrilling narrative we are all a part of. In this powerful sermon, Aaron Stephens dives into the "Greater Story" of God—from creation and the fall to the rescue mission of Jesus Christ and the ultimate triumph. Discover why you were created for more than just a better 401k or a vacation without rain.

This Advent season, stop being a spectator and start participating in the biggest adventure ever told. The story is almost over, and the stakes are high.

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Until Everyone Knows Jesus.

0:00 Intro & The Power of God's Word
2:06 Why We Love Stories: The Language of the Heart
6:34 The Lie of the Small Story (Avoiding Hardship & Shrinking Our Lives)
12:13 The Biblical Narrative: Jesus as Author, Creator, & Promised One
19:13 The Rescue Mission: Advent & The Vulnerability of True Love
22:50 The War Is Won: Jesus the Warrior & The Power of the Holy Spirit
26:48 Where We Are Now: The Church as a Weapon & The Story's End
34:30 Who Is Authoring Your Story? (A Call to Surrender the Pen)

Sermon Shorts // Hala & Josh

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Sermon Shorts Sunday at 614 Church was packed with powerful truth! This video features two short sermons focused on our daily walk with God: finding purpose and cultivating unshakeable joy.

**PART 1: THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD (Halla Zananiri)**
Halla breaks down the significance of the Menorah (Lampstand) in the Tabernacle and its connection to Jesus as the Light of the World, and us as the light of the world. Learn the importance of daily spiritual fueling and cleaning out the "ash" in your life to keep your light shining brightly.

**PART 2: REJOICE ALWAYS (Josh Blankenship)**
Josh shares his personal testimony on finding joy and challenges the idol of entertainment and the search for high-dopamine activities that make our daily lives feel "bland." He explores why our joy must be based on unchangeable truth, even in the midst of suffering, using powerful stories of the Apostles and Corrie Ten Boom.
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Until Everyone Knows Jesus.

0:00 Introduction & Sermon Shorts Sunday
6:37 The Purpose of Light: Shine in Darkness (Grounded Plane Analogy)
10:06 Running on "Just Enough Juice" (The Unplugged Charger Story)
16:42 Rejoice Always: Finding Joy in All Circumstances
18:26 Your Joy Should Not Be Based on Circumstances
20:26 The Idol of Entertainment & The Addiction to Dopamine
27:48 Joy in Suffering: Corrie Ten Boom & Thanking God for the Fleas
31:03 The Joy That Stands: Based on Unchangeable Truth

Prophecy Builds Up The Church // David Swart

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Following a powerful ministry weekend, David Swart challenges the church to become a prophetic culture church. This message dives deep into 1 Corinthians 14:1-5, defining prophecy and showing why it's accessible to every believer (the "saints"). The purpose of prophecy is clear: upbuilding, encouragement, and consolation (Odomi, Paraclesis, Paramia).

Learn why we should eagerly desire spiritual gifts, how to actively grow in prophecy (hint: it requires risk!), and how to properly steward a word the Lord gives you.

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Until Everyone Knows Jesus.

0:00 Introduction & My Village Ministries Call
1:27 My Village Ministries Impact Statistics
4:31 Message Title: Prophecy Builds Up the Church (1 Corinthians 14:1-5)
8:21 The Launching Prophecy: How a Word Carried the Church
12:49 What is Prophecy? The Succinct Definition
14:11 The Three Purposes: Odomi, Paraclesis, Paramia
19:01 Jesus Builds His Church: Odomi and the Gates of Hell
22:21 Prophecy is Accessible to ALL Saints (Acts 2:38)
24:36 How to Get It: Eagerly Desiring vs. Passive Waiting
27:21 The Cessationism Challenge and Why We Must Take Risks
30:02 Nurturing the Gift: Rooted in Scripture and Taking Risks

Get Out of the Gift Shop // Jake Rankey

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Submission to Authorities - Yes, even them! // David Swart

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

The Bible's clear instruction to "submit to governing authorities" (Romans 13) is one of the most challenging for Christians today. In this powerful sermon, we dive into the context of Rome, Nero, and the early church to understand why God instituted authority, and, more importantly, when a believer must ultimately say NO because of a higher allegiance.

Key Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Easter: He Is Risen!

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500

The Father of Grace // Danny Batarseh

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

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Blessed by the Fight // David Swart

The Sacrifice You Can't Make // Aaron Stephens

Why the Modern Church is Failing at Discipleship // Terry Kreuger

How to Stop Feeling Empty // David Swart - Easter 2026

Stop Calling it a Season // David Swart

Why God Destroyed Their Hard Work // Kathy Swart

Your Environment Isn't the Issue // David Swart

Are You on the Wrong Side of the Door? // Aaron Stephens

The Secret to Finding Abundant Life // Jackie Pullinger

Stop Giving God Your Leftovers // Danny Batarseh

The Power of the Table: Redefining Church Planting with Chris Wienand

Biblical Reasons You Need This Conference // David Swart

Did God Really Say? The Lie That Changed Everything // Aaron Stephens

The Design for Living: Genesis 2 Explained // David Swart

The Blueprint of Being: Purpose, Image, and the Good Life // David Swart

Beyond History: Seeing Jesus in the Genesis of Everything // David Swart

The Great Commission: Our Call to Go and Make Disciples // David Swart

More Than a Story: Why the World Still Needs the Gospel // David Swart

The Pattern of God With Us: Spiritual, Physical, Spiritual // Jake Rankey

The Power of Story: Why Your Life is Bigger Than You Think // Aaron Stephens

Sermon Shorts // Hala & Josh

Prophecy Builds Up The Church // David Swart

Get Out of the Gift Shop // Jake Rankey

Submission to Authorities - Yes, even them! // David Swart

Easter: He Is Risen!

The Father of Grace // Danny Batarseh

The Friend of Sinners // Aaron Stephens

The Father Runs // David Swart

The Father Seeks // David Swart

The Spirit of Adoption // Jody Romero

The Safest Place in the World // Felipe Henao

Who Can Be Against Us? // David Swart

Hope in a Broken World // David Swart

You Were Saved for a Purpose // Danny Batarseh

You Can't Save Yourself // David Swart

God Over Good // Aaron Stephens

It's Either God or Sin // David Swart

Walk Out of Your Prison // David Swart

Living by the Spirit // David Swart

9am Sermon Shorts Sunday 4.6.25

11am Sermon Shorts Sunday 4.6.25

Why Does Adam's Sin Affect Me? // David Swart

We Have This Hope // John Ransom

How Faith Works // David Swart

What is Faith? // David Swart

God Will Build Relationships Through Your Faith // Jake Rankey

BEHOLD: Conference Sunday Session // Ash Bell

Testimony Sunday

7 Ways Sin Affects Us // David Swart

True Circumcision Of The Heart // David Swart

The Impartial Judgement Of God // Noah Schutte

What Is The Wrath Of God? // David Swart

The Power Of God For Salvation // David Swart

How Do We Find Strength? // David Swart

You're Not David // Danny Batarseh

Where Is Your Obedience? // David Swart

Move Into Your Next Season // Kathy Swart

7 Marks Of A Healthy Church // David Swart

This Is Why We Plant Churches // David Swart

Are All Gifts Useful For The Church? // Stacy Woodford

One Name Above All // David Swart

What Is The Gift Of Tongues? // David Swart

What Is In Your Hand? // Chanelle Rossouw

Why Haven't My Prayers Been Answered? // David Swart

Are You Missing Out? // David Swart

Why Don't You Ask? // David Swart

How To Open Blind Eyes // Danny Batarseh

How To Enter Into God's Presence // David Swart

Why Should I Pray? // David Swart

How To Have Real Community // Danny Batarseh

What Are You Living For? // David Swart

How to Live a Storm-Proof Life // David Swart

The Father's Warning // David Swart

The Narrow Pathway // David Swart

Our Generous Father // Noah Schutte

Mirror of Judgement // Aaron Stephens

Trust God In Your Lack // Ken Grenfell

The Power of Vulnerability // Taylor Rankey

This Isn't the Arena // Jackson Sager