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COGWA Sermons
Welcome to the COGWA Sermons podcast! Each episode is a sermon given by a minister of the Church of God, a Worldwide Association, for a Sabbath or holy day church service.
Episodes
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Ron Kelley - What Will It Be Like to Be God?
What can we learn from how God interacted with humans in the past so we, as part of God’s family, can be ready to interact with humans in the Millennium?
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David H. Treybig - The History of Manasseh
This message reviews the history of the tribe of Manasseh and draws ongoing lessons for us today.
COGWA SermonsNathan Willoughby - Godly Wisdom
This message examines godly wisdom—what it is, how to receive it, and what it looks like in action.
COGWA SermonsClyde Kilough - Being Easily Offended
The Bible has a lot to say about offending people, but what does it say about being easily offended? Since “offenses must come,” what can we do to avoid…
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Tom Kirkpatrick - And the Law Shall Go Forth From Zion
Great changes will occur during the Millennium, as the righteous principles of God’s law and way of life are taught to people of all nations, empowering them…
COGWA SermonsDavid Treybig - Last Great Day: A Time of Opportunity
How did the Church of God come to understand the meaning of the Last Great Day? Here are three reasons why it truly will be a great day.
COGWA SermonsBritton Taylor - When Lightning Strikes ... What Will You Do?
We’ve all had events that made us focus on what we could have or should have done. When lightning strikes, God may actually be motivating you to redeem the…
COGWA SermonsTom Clark - Place of Safety
We live in times of great division worldwide and can have questions about how will God protect us in the end times. We must trust God to intervene and provide…
COGWA SermonsNick Slaughter - Are You Working Against Christ?
Christ died for our sins and is now our High Priest, cleansing and purifying His people. The Day of Atonement shows how salvation is His work. What is our part?
COGWA SermonsErik Jones - The Gospel: One, Two or Many?
Paul used various terms for the gospel. Do these refer to different gospels or the same gospel? How does it impact our understanding and proclamation of the…
COGWA SermonsPhil Sandilands - The Throne of Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is a king sitting on a throne. Where and when will the King of Kings take His throne?
COGWA SermonsNathan Willoughby - How Can We Combat Satan?
This sermon continues our study of our fundamental belief about Satan and the angelic realm. Part 3 examines how we can fight against our adversary, the devil.
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Mark Winner - Is Doctrine Important?
Many people believe doctrine is not important, and they need only faith. This is incorrect and greatly minimizes doctrine. It isn’t an either-or. We need both.
COGWA SermonsRalph Levy - Stability in the Church
The Church must be a stable home for the people of God. But how do we promote stability? In this sermon there will be three cautions and four things we can do.
COGWA SermonsChuck Sinon - The God Who Is Enough
This message examines four stories from the book of 2 Kings to show how God is our all-sufficient Provider when we are in need—and so much more.
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Michael Hanisko - The Real Reasons Christ Came to Earth
Every year, many celebrate a holiday that pictures a false Jesus. They understand little of His purpose for coming to earth. Let’s consider some reasons Christ…
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Cecil Maranville - Potential Harm From Forms of Godliness
The apostle Paul gives a caution about “a form of godliness.” Why should we be concerned about this issue?
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Tom Schultz - Beware of False Prophets
This sermon looks at what the Bible says about false prophets and why they can be so dangerous—even to us, the elect of God.
COGWA SermonsSteve McNeely - Strategies for Increasing Self-Control
Self-control is a fruit of God’s Spirit. How can we build more of it in our lives?
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Nathan Willoughby - Satan: What He Cannot Do
This sermon continues our study of our fundamental belief about Satan and the angelic realm. In part 2, we’ll consider five of the many things Satan cannot do
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Nathan Willoughby - Satan: Who He Is and What He Does
This sermon begins a study delving into our fundamental belief about Satan and the angelic world. In part 1, we’ll look at who Satan is and what he does.
COGWA SermonsSteve Moody - Drawing Close to God
Prayer, meditation, Bible study, and fasting are tools we can use to draw close to God. Let’s look at how to draw close to God and establish a relationship…
COGWA SermonsPhil Garland - Remember to Remember Your First Love
Think back to the love of the truth you experienced when being called. Has that love diminished? What is distracting us? How can we rekindle our first love?
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Chris Moen - So Now You’re a Spirit Judge!
Imagine you’ve been made judge in Christ’s millennial government and are to use the books of the law as a guide. How will you judge the nations?
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Phil Sandilands - The Middle East in History and Prophecy
The Middle East is an important geographic region. What can we learn from studying its history and (through prophecy) its future?
COGWA SermonsMark Winner - A United States of Europe Is Prophesied
The Bible has much to say about what is to come. We must seek to understand God’s plan, recognizing signs of Christ’s return and preparing for prophesied…
COGWA SermonsGreg Sargent - Satan Desires to Have You
Those were Christ’s words to Peter the evening before He was crucified. Peter thought he would die for Christ; Christ knew he would deny Him. How does Satan…
COGWA SermonsDavid Gatley - Under Attack
When under attack, we can tend to lash out or wonder, Why me? The truth is, God sometimes allows us to suffer as He shapes us into the Christians we should be.
COGWA SermonsPat Sinon - The Dangers of Desire
Unchecked desire can overpower wisdom, distort judgment and ultimately lead to sin when it is not governed by God’s truth and Spirit.
COGWA SermonsTim Rickard - Unseen Hand
It’s not wrong to ask why God allows evil and suffering. But there’s a difference between questioning and doubting. How can we have God’s help to think like…
COGWA SermonsBob Iacobucci - Treasure Your First Love
As disciples of Jesus Christ, it is critical that we never turn away from our calling!
COGWA SermonsBrit Railston - Should We Be Hedging Our Bets?
Should we have a backup plan—an alternative if this way of life doesn’t work out? It’s easy to be all in when life is going great, but what about when it’s not?
COGWA SermonsBill Johnson - Think on These Things
What fills our hearts will show up in our thoughts, words and actions. When we discipline our thoughts through these filters, we can grow in character and have…
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Chuck Sinon - The Work That Lives On
God carries on His work using His servants—Spirit-filled and faithful to the end—whose legacy we can continue until the work is done.
COGWA SermonsRalph Levy - What Does the Bible Say About Depression?
Do Christians suffer from depression? The truth is, depression impacts most people. What does the Bible have to say on this subject? And how can we deal with…
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Tom Clark - As It Was in the Days of Noah and Lot
Jesus warned us of the conditions we would see just before His return. How are things today like the days of Noah and Lot? How can we stay spiritually alert?
COGWA SermonsTom Letellier - Keep Your Eyes on the Mark
What is a mark? And why—and how—must we focus on the mark as we press toward our goal of the Kingdom of God?
COGWA SermonsRoy Demarest - Mercy and Forgiveness
The highest degree of love is mercy. We show how merciful we are by forgiving others who have hurt us. What are the proofs of our ability to forgive others?
COGWA SermonsRoger Ellis - Fallacy of the Trinity
Why do we believe the Trinity is a false teaching? Let’s consider biblical and historical evidence to strengthen your belief and share it with others when…
COGWA SermonsWes Cohron - What Are You Thinking About?
How do we bring “every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ”? Can we do this? Is it possible?
COGWA SermonsKevin Epps - Count the Cost
When we prepare for baptism, we must count the cost. What does this mean? Are we committed and willing to follow Jesus Christ’s example to the end?
COGWA SermonsGary Black - A Biblical View of Aging
Aging. Why did God create us to age as we do? Is there a purpose behind it? What can we learn by considering age from God’s perspective?
COGWA SermonsChuck Sinon - Lessons From Egypt to Sinai
In our 50-day count to Pentecost we can learn spiritual lessons from ancient Israel. Let’s look at four lessons found in Israel’s journey from Egypt to Sinai.
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Phil Sandilands - Family and Friends: Keeping the Faith
Friends and family often wonder about our religion. How can we best deal with them—whether they’re combative, just curious or sincerely want to understand our…
COGWA SermonsJames Capo - Choose Life
In our daily lives, we are confronted with a lot of choices. How should we choose?
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Dave Myers - Where’s Your Stop Line?
God has given us Important stop signs in His law to protect us. What is a stop line and where do you paint yours?
COGWA SermonsGreg Sargent - Genesis 26:5: How did Abraham Know God’s Laws, Statutes and Commandments?
Satan wants us to doubt the Bible’s veracity. But Abraham received stories from Shem, who knew Methuselah, who knew Adam. And God even spoke to Abraham.
COGWA SermonsDavid Register - Doctrine of Laying On of Hands
The laying on of hands is listed as an essential doctrine. Let’s look at five cases where the laying on of hands is used and how it is to unify the Church.
COGWA SermonsCaleb Froedge - Hold Fast to Truth
With so many deceitful traps permeating society, how can we correctly navigate our way? This sermon looks at four lessons to help us hold fast to the truth.
COGWA SermonsBruce Gore - A Deeper Look at the Two Choices
Set before us are two choices: life or death, blessings or curses. As shown in Christ’s Sermon on the Mount, our commitment must go beyond just surface…
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Mark Winner - What’s in a Name?
When you hear certain names, good things probably come to mind. Likewise, other names bring bad connotations. What’s your name’s reputation? What does God…
COGWA SermonsGreg Sargent - Germany in Prophecy
The U.S. is threatening to leave Europe on its own. God prophesied that Assyria would be His instrument to punish Jerusalem in the end time. Let’s be sober and…
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Andy Burnett - How Is Your Temperance?
Temperance—also known as self-control—is a fruit of the Holy Spirit listed in Galatians 5. How important is this fruit? Are you exhibiting it in your life?
COGWA SermonsJon Pinelli - Healing: Facts and Misconceptions
In this sermon, we’ll take an in-depth look at the subject of divine healing.
COGWA SermonsScott Lord - Blind Bartimaeus
Blind Bartimaeus—we read about him in Mark 10:46-52. This sermon offers a detailed study into this passage.
COGWA SermonsMichael Hanisko - What Does God the Father Do?
Romans 8:28-30 lists five steps God takes in His plan of salvation: He foreknew, predestined, called, justified and glorified those who will be in His Kingdom…
COGWA SermonsPhil Sandilands - Pagan Holidays
Many modern holidays have pagan origins. Satan seeks to deceive the world and has established an eight-holiday cycle that mimics God’s true holy days.
COGWA SermonsEric Evans - Five Applications for the Days of Unleavened Bread
This sermon is filled with tidbits of information to ponder and meditate on concerning our preparation to be the Bride of Christ individually and collectively.
COGWA SermonsAndy Burnett - By His Stripes We Are Healed
Christ’s sacrifice provides much more than just physical or mental healing. His sacrifice allows us to be healed spiritually.
COGWA SermonsJon Pinelli - Crumbs, Canisters and Boxes—Which Problem Are We Working On?
As we prepare for Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread, we focus on self-examination and deleavening. Are we concentrating on the crumbs or the canisters?