Revive Church Oswego

Sermon Summary: This sermon explores the story of Jacob wrestling with God, using it as a metaphor for the Christian journey of faith. It emphasizes the importance of perseverance in spiritual strugg…

It's time to rethink our understanding of gratitude. Utilizing Colossians 3, where we're called to 'let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts' and to 'be thankful', Paul gives us a great launching p…

Are we truly living out our faith with confidence? This message challenges us to reconsider how we approach God and His commands. Drawing from 1 John 5, we're reminded that obeying God's commands isn…

In Matthew 25, Jesus challenged His followers to rethink their perception of God and His kingdom. Through the famous parable of the talents, we're reminded that God entrusts each of us with 'kingdom …

The Book of Proverbs reminds us that wisdom isn't just handed to us - it must be actively pursued. We're challenged to seek wisdom with the same fervor we'd search for silver. But here's the catch: o…

What does it mean to be 'hallowed' or set apart as Christians - especially during times when our culture embraces darkness? In 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, where Paul urges believers not to be 'yoked toget…

Drawing from Jeremiah 17, guest minister James Koppang challenges us to plant ourselves like a tree by deep water. To trust in the Lord, no matter what things look like. When we're planted with deep …

In 1 Timothy 3, we're challenged to pursue a 'noble task' - not just chasing titles or positions, but embodying the characteristics of true spiritual leaders. This scripture provides a detailed list …

The parable of the wise and foolish builders from Luke 6:46-49 serves as a stark reminder that merely calling Jesus 'Lord' isn't enough - we must put His words into practice. Just as a house needs a …

Most everyone has heard the story of the Prodigal Son, even if they've never read it. In this message, we're challenged to see beyond the familiar narrative and confront our own spiritual blind spots…

In this poignant message, we're reminded of the immeasurable power and love of God that is available to us as believers. Focusing on Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21, we're challenged to grasp the …

Matthew 4:1-11 contains the famous Temptation of Jesus. Today, let's delve into what happened to Jesus in the wilderness and uncover profound spiritual truths. The central message revolves around sta…

The title may be a little tongue in cheek, but the principles gained from Daniel chapter 6 are very real. Today, we're invited to delve deeper into the story of Daniel in the lions' den. This isn't j…

In this week's message, we're challenged to live by God's design rather than defaulting to our sinful nature. The sermon draws from 1 Peter 1, emphasizing the call to holiness and transformation. We'…

In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our spiritual cravings. The apostle Peter's words in 1 Peter 2:1-3 serve as a mirror, reflecting our inner spiritual state. We're urged to rid ou…

The story of Hagar is a messy one. Juxtaposed between two pivotal covenant moments with God and Abram we find Hagar, a poor slave girl in Genesis 16. Through no fault of her own, she's caught up in t…

Explore James 2:14-26, where Jesus' brother discusses the relationship between faith and works. We're challenged to examine whether our faith is truly alive, or if it's merely mental assent. The core…

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In this message, we're reminded of the importance of humility and kindness in our Christian walk. The speaker explores Titus 3, emphasizing Paul's instructions to be subject to rulers and au…

This message invites us to explore the profound connection between gratitude and long-term perspective in our spiritual lives. By examining the story of King Saul's death and the people of Jabesh-Gil…

The miraculous story of Peter's escape from prison, as recounted in Acts 12 is actually pretty humorous. We're reminded of God's incredible power to intervene in seemingly impossible situations. The …