Living to Please God
by Sonny Yoder on March 2nd, 2025
God’s love for us is unconditional, but how we live still matters. We don’t earn His love, but we are called to walk in a way that pleases Him. Paul reminds us in 1 Thessalonians that love is the foundation of a holy life. When we love God…
The Christian Minister
by Sonny Yoder on January 5th, 2025
Sonny reminds us that being a Christian is about more than just believing—it’s about living together as brothers and sisters in Christ. Paul, in 1 Thessalonians 2 and 3, describes how he ministers to the church—not as someone above them, but as a loving brother, a gentle mother,…
The Hour Has Come
by Sonny Yoder on December 29th, 2024
Jesus faced his most difficult hour with courage, love, and obedience. Throughout his ministry, Jesus often said, “My hour has not yet come.” But in John 12, he declares, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.” This hour is the time of his…
Good Citizens
by Sonny Yoder on November 3rd, 2024
Sonny challenges us to think deeply about what it means to be a good citizen—not just of our country but of God’s kingdom. He begins by reflecting on the complexity of politics and the temptation to place our hope in human leaders. Yet, he reminds us that as…
A Model Church
by Sonny Yoder on October 20th, 2024
Sonny shares a message of faith, love, and hope, drawing from the example of the church in Thessalonica. He reminds us that true faith in Jesus changes us, leading to good works—not as something we earn, but as a natural response to knowing Jesus. Sonny talks about how…
We Will Not Neglect the House of God
by Sonny Yoder on August 18th, 2024
This sermon emphasizes that the church exists solely because of Jesus and His Word, not an idealized vision of community. While members come with flaws and struggles, the grace of God is working to transform us into the likeness of Christ. Sonny encourages the church to focus on…
Jesus in All of the Bible
by Sonny Yoder on July 14th, 2024
In this sermon, Sonny begins by lightheartedly sharing how his children, Heidi and Jeremy, humorously critique his tendency to give extensive overviews of biblical stories. Today, he ambitiously plans to tell the story of the entire Bible, emphasizing that the Bible is God’s story—His story. Sonny highlights that…
Tent Making
by Sonny Yoder on June 9th, 2024
In this sermon, Sonny talks about a concept called “tent making.” This isn’t about actually building tents to sleep in, but rather about having a regular job to support yourself while also spreading the message of Jesus. The Apostle Paul is an example of this. He was a…
Raising Children
by Sonny Yoder on May 19th, 2024
This sermon emphasizes the importance of raising children in a Christ-centered environment. Sonny begins by reflecting on a previous sermon about building a family, then shifts focus to parenting, sharing personal stories to illustrate practical experiences. The sermon draws from Matthew 18:1-14, where Jesus teaches humility and the…
Building a Safe Secure Family Tent
by Sonny Yoder on May 5th, 2024
The sermon centers on the analogy of building a strong and secure family tent, mirroring the construction of a stable marriage and family life. It underscores the pivotal role of Jesus within marriage, advocating for his presence to nurture love and unity between partners. Emphasis is placed on…