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  • Spiritual Growth Part 2: From Bottles to Bread
    2025/06/03

    Are you still drinking spiritual milk when you should be eating solid food? In this challenging and insightful message, Pastor C.F. Rainey tackles the critical process of spiritual growth and maturity.

    Drawing from Ephesians 4 and 1 Peter 2, this teaching explores how our spiritual development should mirror natural growth patterns – moving from infancy to maturity. Pastor C.F. vulnerably shares his own journey of discovering God's purpose for his life and emphasizes that regardless of how long we've been believers, we must honestly assess our spiritual maturity.

    The message delves into distinct characteristics of spiritual babies: their positive innocence but problematic ignorance, irritability, and dependency. Through vivid illustrations and scriptural foundations, we learn why it's dangerous to remain in spiritual infancy. Just as parents must wean children from bottles and constant attention, believers must progress beyond requiring constant spiritual "hand-holding."

    "You may be a 40-year-old baby still," Pastor C.F. cautions, highlighting how many Christians remain stunted despite years in the faith. He emphasizes the critical importance of being selective about what we spiritually "ingest," comparing false teachings to poisonous food that looks appealing but causes harm.

    Perhaps most powerfully, the message challenges us to track our spiritual progress: "You should not be in the same place spiritually today that you were a year ago." This teaching equips believers with practical wisdom for advancing in their faith journey, moving from milk to bread in their spiritual diet.

    Whether you're a new believer or have walked with God for decades, this message will inspire honest self-examination and renewed commitment to spiritual growth. Listen now to discover where you are on the spiritual maturity spectrum and how to progress toward the "measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ."

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    40 分
  • Spiritual Growth Part 1: Moving Beyond Babyhood
    2025/06/03

    What does it mean to truly grow up in your Christian faith? In this thought-provoking message, Pastor C.F. Rainey tackles the challenging topic of spiritual maturity with both humor and biblical depth, drawing from Brother Hagin's teachings and Paul's instructions in Ephesians 4.

    When Jesus ascended, He didn't leave us orphaned or unprepared. He gave specific gifts to the church—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—to equip believers for ministry and build them up spiritually. But why do so many Christians remain spiritual infants despite years or even decades in the faith? Unlike physical growth, which happens naturally with time, spiritual development requires intentional engagement and a willingness to be transformed.

    Pastor C.F. explores the three stages of spiritual development—babyhood, childhood, and adulthood—with practical insights into the characteristics of each stage. He challenges listeners to honestly evaluate where they stand in this progression. Are you still requiring constant attention like a spiritual baby? Or are you maturing toward Christ-likeness and becoming equipped to serve others?

    The message takes a particularly powerful turn when addressing unity within the body of Christ. "You can disagree without being disagreeable," Pastor C.F. notes, illustrating how maturity enables believers to maintain fellowship despite differences. He also tackles the delicate balance of "speaking truth in love"—emphasizing that honesty without kindness fails to reflect Christ's character.

    Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with God for decades, this message offers a compelling invitation to move beyond spiritual infancy toward the "measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ." Take an honest look at your spiritual development and commit to the growth process God intends for every believer. Listen now and discover practical steps toward genuine Christian maturity.

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    38 分
  • The Empty Tomb: Why Easter Changes Everything
    2025/06/03

    Have you ever considered that when Jesus rose from the dead, you rose with Him? This profound spiritual truth forms the cornerstone of Pastor C.F. Rainey's powerful Easter message that will forever change how you view your Christian identity.

    Drawing from Paul's letters to the Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, Colossians and Ephesians, Pastor Rainey unpacks the revolutionary concept that believers don't just benefit from Christ's resurrection—they actively participate in it. "Your old self died on that cross with Jesus," he explains, challenging the common misconception that Christians are merely "forgiven sinners" rather than completely new creations.

    Using the compelling analogy of Neo from The Matrix, Pastor C.F. illustrates how unbelievers are spiritually dead while thinking they're alive. Just as Neo discovered the simulation wasn't reality, our salvation experience reveals that what we thought was "life" before Christ was actually spiritual death. "You weren't alive at all, you were dead. But the whole time you thought you were alive," he notes, highlighting the dramatic shift that occurs when we're born again.

    The message explores how this resurrection identity transforms everything—from our self-perception, to our approach to life's challenges and even our view of death. When we truly grasp that we're seated with Christ in heavenly places with all things under our feet, we face problems with divine perspective rather than earthly panic.

    Ready to experience the full power of your resurrection with Christ? This message will help you leave behind old identities and step into the authority, freedom, and new life that Jesus secured for you over 2,000 years ago. Your testimony isn't just that you're forgiven—it's that you were dead and now you're alive in Him!

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    39 分
  • Beyond Palm Sunday: The Path to Freedom
    2025/05/13

    What exactly happened on the cross, and why did it have to happen that way? Pastor C.F. Rainey dives deep into the spiritual significance of Holy Week, his message explores how Jesus' journey from Palm Sunday to the cross was the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan from the beginning of time.

    From the moment sin entered the world in the Garden of Eden, humanity has been living under a curse—separated from God and unable to restore that relationship through our own efforts. Despite our best attempts at righteousness, we could never bridge the gap our sin created. That's what makes the cross so revolutionary: Jesus didn't just suffer physically—He took upon Himself the spiritual burden of our sin and separation.

    Through powerful scriptures from Corinthians, Galatians, Romans, and Acts, we discover the profound spiritual exchange that happened at Calvary. Christ, who never sinned, became sin for us. He who knew no curse became cursed, so we could receive blessing. Jesus paid a debt He didn't owe because we owed a debt we could never pay. This wasn't simply a tragic event—it was God's masterful plan to restore what was lost in Eden.

    As we journey through Holy Week, take time to read the Gospel accounts of Jesus' final days. Let the reality sink in that "it wasn't the nails that held Jesus to the cross—it was His love for humanity." Understanding the cross changes how we view not just our own salvation, but our urgency in sharing this good news with others who are still living under the curse.

    How will you respond to what Christ accomplished? Will you accept His qualification for heaven and walk in the freedom He purchased at such great cost?

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    50 分
  • End Times Conference: 3rd Service with Rev. Joseph Morris
    2025/05/02

    The prophetic clock is ticking louder than ever, and Reverend Joseph Morris delivers a masterful breakdown of why we're living in the final generation before Christ's return. With Iran, Turkey, and Russia—the exact nations mentioned in Ezekiel 38—positioned for conflict with Israel, we're witnessing biblical prophecy unfold in real-time.

    Jesus gave us precise indicators in Luke 21, tying his return directly to Jerusalem's recapture (which happened in 1967). "When you see these things come to pass, know that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand," he declared, adding that the generation witnessing Israel's restoration "will not pass away till all is fulfilled." By any calculation of a generation—40 years, 55 years, or our current lifespan of about 75 years—we're unmistakably in that timeframe.

    The rapture of the church stands as the next major event on God's prophetic calendar. Rev. Morris brilliantly clarifies that qualification for this event isn't based on our performance but simply on being "in Christ." When caught up to meet the Lord, believers will stand before the "reward seat", where works done with pure motives receive eternal recognition. Like military honors displayed on uniforms, our faithfulness will be visibly acknowledged throughout eternity.

    Perhaps most compelling is Daniel's prophecy of 70 weeks. With 483 years fulfilled at Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, God still owes Israel seven years under the Old Covenant—the tribulation period. Strikingly, world leaders are preparing to discuss a seven-year agreement between Israel and Palestinians in mere months, potentially setting the stage for this final prophetic fulfillment.

    Don't let fear cloud your anticipation of Christ's return. The rapture isn't an ending, but a glorious beginning—our transition to eternal fellowship with Jesus. Are you ready for the greatest transformation your life will ever experience? Share this message of hope with someone who needs to hear it today!

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    44 分
  • End Times Conference: 2nd Service with Rev. Joseph Morris
    2025/05/01

    Have you ever wondered what happens after the rapture? Contrary to popular belief, heaven isn't about sitting on clouds playing harps – it's about ruling and reigning with Christ during a literal thousand-year period on Earth.

    In this eye-opening message, Reverend Joseph Morris unpacks biblical truths about the Millennial Reign of Christ that will transform how you view your eternal future. With scriptural precision and everyday language, he navigates through fascinating passages in Isaiah, Revelation, and Zechariah to paint a vivid picture of what life will be like during this thousand-year period.

    The most surprising revelation? You'll have real responsibilities! As believers with glorified bodies, we'll serve as Christ's administrators over cities and regions, implementing His kingdom principles while ministering to natural humans who survived the Tribulation. Your current spiritual gifts are just a "taste" of what you'll operate in during that time. Every word of knowledge, healing, and miracle you experience now is preparation for your millennial assignment.

    Rev. Morris describes a world where lions eat straw like oxen, children lead dangerous animals, and the knowledge of the Lord covers the earth like water covers the sea. Yet it's not just a spiritual existence – there will be commerce, recreation and normal human activities, only without sorrow or Satan's influence. You'll never tire, never age, and never gain weight in your glorified body!

    What makes this message so powerful is understanding that what you're doing now directly impacts your position then. You're literally writing your resume for the Millennium through your current faithfulness. Every time you pray in tongues, study Scripture, or exercise spiritual gifts, you're preparing for your eternal vocation.

    Don't settle for a shallow understanding of your eternal future. Let this message expand your vision of what God has planned for you in the coming kingdom. The Millennial Reign isn't the end – it's just the beginning of your eternal adventure with Christ!

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  • End Times Conference: 1st Service with Rev. Joseph Morris
    2025/04/30

    What if the headlines you're reading today are actually fulfilling ancient biblical prophecies? In this eye-opening message, Reverend Joseph Morris connects current events to scriptural predictions about the end times with striking clarity and contagious enthusiasm.

    Rev. Morris takes us on a journey through the pivotal signs that Jesus himself highlighted as markers of His return—most notably the restoration of Jerusalem to Jewish control in 1967 and Israel's rebirth as a nation in 1948. These aren't isolated events but part of an intricate prophetic timeline unfolding before our very eyes.

    From the restoration of Hebrew as a living language to the arrival of red heifers needed for Temple purification, from Ethiopian Jews returning to Israel to prayer being allowed on the Temple Mount for the first time in decades—Rev. Morris weaves these developments into a compelling case that we may be living in what Jesus called "the final generation."

    What makes this message uniquely powerful is the commitment to replacing fear with joy. Unlike many end-times teachers who use prophecy to frighten their audiences, Rev. Morris emphasizes how recognizing these signs should produce excitement and anticipation in believers. "The whole purpose of end time preaching is to get you excited," he explains, comparing our anticipation to a bride preparing to meet her groom.

    Whether you're a seasoned student of prophecy or new to the subject, you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on current events and a renewed sense of purpose for these prophetically significant days. When we understand the times, we know exactly what to do—live with wholehearted commitment to God's purposes while there's still time.

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    54 分
  • The Path of Repentance: Finding Life Through Letting Go
    2025/04/23

    The transformative power of repentance takes center stage in this enlightening exploration of John the Baptist's ministry. Pastor C.F. Rainey dives deep into what true repentance actually means – not just feeling sorry or temporarily changing behavior, but making a complete 180-degree turn away from sin and toward God's promises.

    Drawing from Matthew 3, Pastor C.F. unpacks John the Baptist's powerful message: "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." This wasn't merely a call to stop sinning, but an invitation to embrace something far greater.

    What makes this message so refreshing is the revelation that God's approach to repentance comes from love, not anger. Through Romans 2:4, we discover it's "the goodness of God that leads people to repentance" – not shame, condemnation, or fear. Many avoid God, thinking He's angry with them personally, when He's simply waiting to pour out blessings once they turn from destructive patterns.

    The practical takeaway resonates deeply: many believers have their "hands full with the junk of life" leaving no room to receive what God wants to give. Repentance creates that space. God isn't asking us to surrender things to make life worse – He's asking so life can be immeasurably better. What might you need to release today to make room for God's best?

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    21 分