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/
The Seven Rejoicings at the Feast
By Mario Seiglie - God uses the term "rejoice" several times when describing the Feast of Tabernacles. The message covers what this word means and seven rejoicings we should have at the Feast.
God's Family Reunion
By Walter Crane - The Feast of Tabernacles is the largest family reunion on record. Even if we do not have physical family members at the Feast we all are a part of God's spiritual family. We will look at 3 areas of a family reunion. 1. Set the time and place. 2.Rejoice and have fun. 3. Learn about the family.
Together and Blessed
By Daniel Deininger - The Feast of Tabernacles gives us a unique opportunity to gather together as God’s family. What can this time teach us about fellowship, unity and looking forward to the Kingdom of God?
Of Doves and Men
By Kurt Hoyer - What do the stories of Noah, Jonah, and the Baptism of Jesus have in common? What do they tell us about sin, repentance, the Day of Atonement and why God forgives sin?
Drawing Near to God with Fasting
By Cort Hughes - Fasting isn’t just not eating food. It’s the need to draw closer to God and will lead to a deeper love for God. Please read 2 Chronicles chapter 20.
The Monster Among Us
By Dan Preston - There is a monster that lives among humanity, wreaking havoc and destruction. But we look forward to the Day of Atonement with joy, knowing Satan’s the devil’s time of evil influence will soon come to an end.
Three Letters That Can Bring Us Closer to God
By David VenHuizen - There are 3 letters that are likely very near to us, but we commonly overlook them. If we associate them with God, they can remind us of His daily presence in our lives.
Atonement: Covered, Reconciled, Made At-One
By Corbin Rose - In American Sign Language interpreting, often times it is hard to have a simple sign to represent one English word because of the many potential meanings the word can have. "Atonement" is one such example. We will cover three core meanings of the word "atonement" in regard to how we keep the Day of
Did the Devil Make Me Do It?
By Tim Martens - People have blamed the devil for their mistakes since Eve ate the forbidden fruit. "The devil made me do it," we say—just like Flip Wilson made famous over forty years ago. But here's the uncomfortable truth: the devil doesn't actually make you do anything. He tempts. He influences. He broadcasts
Atonement and Reconciliation
By Daniel Apartian - Satan deceived Eve and in turn caused Adam to sin. Their perception was immediately changed upon disobeying God. They separated themselves from God and in so doing also were prevented from eating of the Tree of Life. As sin entered the world through 1 man, the sacrifice of 1 man Christ, made it
An Offering Once for All
By Jay Ledbetter - “An Offering Once for All,” explains how the Day of Atonement points forward to the reconciliation of all humanity through the complete and sufficient sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 10, it shows that Christ’s sacrifice accomplished everything necessary concerning sin, the Father’s
When the Accuser is Gone
By Brian Shaw - What will life be like when Satan is cast away?
Atonement Is About Reconciliation and Removal
By Ken Loucks - The Day of Atonement reveals how God will completely resolve the separation between Himself and mankind. The ceremony of Leviticus 16 distinguishes the sacrifice that pays for human sin from the living Azazel goat that pictures the removal of the deceiver. Jesus Christ’s sacrifice provides
The Role of Our High Priest
By Jorge de Campos - The Day of Atonement pictures Christ as our High Priest, who entered heaven to appear before God for us and now intercedes while His people are being sanctified. As we fast, we humbly recognize our dependence upon His sacrifice and continuing ministry, awaiting His return and drawing confidently
Day of Atonement: Captivity and Liberty
By Andy Duran - The Day of Atonement is a Holy Day rich in meaning within God’s plan of salvation for all mankind. Within these meanings we find a connection to captivity and liberty: the Jubilee release of Leviticus 25, the binding of Satan pictured by the Azazel goat and Revelation 20, and the foreshadowed
Why We Keep the Day of Atonement
By Roy Jackson - Everybody has sinned. Nobody's exempt. But there's a reason. The Day of Atonement isn't just about personal reconciliation—it's about understanding the root cause of all sin in the world: Satan and his deception. This message traces the path from Eden to today, showing why God commanded His people
Tow Goats
By Anthony Scott - Atonement is a one of God’s Feast Days that is misunderstood by the world. The idea of fasting is foreign to many people’s thinking of a Holy Day. The symbolism of the 2 goats as part of the Day of Atonement is often confusing to some people.
How to Grow to Have God's Heart
By James H Butler - Growing in developing God's heart takes meditation on his way of life and obeying his law and principles. The message included four main points to accomplish this.
Prayer Before the Mercy Seat
By Tobias Morelli - An early look at the upcoming Day of Atonement, what incense and the ceremony by the high priest represents and the significance today for God's people and one way we can be praying before the Mercy Seat on this special day.
The Day of Atonement in a Nutshell / Scriptures That Need Explaining
By Ralph Helge - Regarding the Day of Atonement, this message presents an overview of the meaning of the day and its ultimate fulfillment. Additionally, we begin a series on scriptures for which further explanation is helpful.
The Spiritual Tool of Fasting
By W. Fred Crow - As we prepare for the Day of Atonement, let's remember how valuable the practice of fasting can be at other times in our lives as well.
Zion Past, Present and Future
By Martin Braun - This message covers the history, the future, and the importance of Zion!
God, People, and Food at the Feast of Tabernacles
By Mike Phelps - At the Feast we must follow God, help others, listen, serve spiritually, and do good.
Ministry of Reconciliation
By Matthew Curry - God's plan has always been to reconcile mankind to himself. At the same time, the Apostle Paul tells us that we are to be ministers of reconciliation. The Day of Atonement pictures not only reconciliation for His chosen people today, but also for the whole world in the future.
Reconciliation Part I
By Stan Martin - In order for us--and for all of humanity--to be reconciled to God, God must somehow achieve a transformation in our nature. That process begins with God calling us, followed by our decision as to how we will respond to that calling from God.
Jesus' birth around the fall holy days
By Raymond Clore - Let's review some of the more than 300 prophecies about the birth, life and labor of the Messiah. We will show that Jesus was born and began His ministry around the time of the fall holy days. God's plan, including the need for a willing sin offering, was decided before time began.
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.
Atonement: Preparing to Rebuild the World, Starting Today
By Leif Kareliusson - Today, we’ll see that in Isaiah 58, Atonement is more than observing a holy day by fasting. It changes how we treat people now and prepares us to help restore what is broken when Christ returns.
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.
Why Is Atonement Necessary?
By Gregory Sanny - You've been baptized. You've been forgiven. You've received the Holy Spirit. So why does God ask for atonement every year? Because reconciliation isn't a one-time event. It's a lifetime of choosing His way over your own. And a promise of the day He removes the cause of sin forever.
Jesus Christ, Our High Priest
By Victor T Hou - One of the roles of Jesus Christ is serving as our High Priest. He has been fulfilling that role so that we can access the throne of grace boldly. In this message, we primarily look into the book of Hebrews to see the work that He is doing as our High Priest.
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
Proclaim Liberty Throughout the Land
By Ken Loucks - Why did God command that the Jubilee trumpet be sounded on the Day of Atonement? The ancient Jubilee released servants, restored families and returned inherited land, but it also pointed toward a far greater restoration. Jesus Christ’s healings gave a preview of what His government will bring to the
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
Stewarding Your Hope
By Patrick McKee - Did you know that you can have an entirely different life experience without any change in your physical circumstances? This message aims to encourage and inspire you to steward your hope!
What Is Atonement and Why We Keep It
By Russell Kemp - Going through scripture and showing why Atonement is commanded today.
God's Joyful Feasts
By Mario Seiglie - Having joy at God's Feasts is important to Him. God commands us to be joyful and rejoice with the brethren at His Feasts. We should rejoice for the physical bounty we have received as well as the spiritual blessings He has given to us. A study of the meaning of the Hebrew and Greek words for
We Wrestle Not With Flesh And Blood
By Peter T Burchard - This sermon focuses on understanding the true source of our conflicts, moving beyond interpersonal and personal struggles to recognize the spiritual nature of the challenges we face. It draws on biblical principles to emphasize the importance of: mindfulness, understanding, discernment, prayer, and
Telling the Generation to Come
By Brandon Zollner - Teaching your family and your spiritual family about God's wonderful plan.
Desire to Keep the Feast
By Tim Martens - I walked into the Feast of Tabernacles for the first time, and a voice boomed across the room: "Why are we here?" It was a simple question, but it hit hard. 11,000 people gathered in one place — but do they know the real reason they're there? This message unpacks that question through three words