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The. Only. God.: The Priority of the Father 03/02/2025

The. Only. God.: The Priority of the Father Pastor Jeff delivered a message focused on the importance of prioritizing God the Father in our lives, emphasizing the command to actively seek His kingdom and righteousness above all else. He discussed the challenges many believers face with anxiety and worry, asserting that true peace comes from trusting in the Father’s provision. Drawing from Matthew 6:33, he encouraged the congregation to make God their central focus and to live righteously, assuring them that all their needs will be met when they do. /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35511090

The. Only. God.: The Framework of the Father 02/23/2025

The. Only. God.: The Framework of the Father Pastor Jeff discusses the foundational aspects of the Father in the context of the Trinity, emphasizing that God is the architect of creation, outlining His design for humanity. He highlights the importance of understanding our identity as beings made in the image of God, which establishes our relational capacity, creativity, and moral responsibility. The pastor reinforces that God created two genders for the purpose of marriage and family, designed to reflect His glory and intention for human relationships /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35511095

The. Only. God.: The Glory of the Father 02/16/2025

The. Only. God.: The Glory of the Father Pastor Jeff emphasized the attributes of the Father in his sermon, focusing on His omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence. He explained that God knows everything about us, is always with us, and possesses all power, which should inspire awe and reverence. He encouraged the congregation to respond to God’s intimate knowledge of us with praise, to honor His holiness, and to follow Him faithfully in our lives. Ultimately, he reminded everyone that God is a good Father who desires a close relationship wit /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35303835

The. Only. God.: The Compassion of the Father 02/09/2025

The. Only. God.: The Compassion of the Father Pastor Jeff introduces the theme of the day, focusing on the compassion of the Father, rooted in the concept of the Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, he illustrates how the Father patiently awaits the return of sinners, celebrating their repentance with joy and love. Ultimately, Pastor Jeff emphasizes that every person must turn from their sin and seek a true relationship with God through Jesus Christ, reinforcing that all are welcome in the Father's embrace. Spea /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35239885

Guest Speakers: Life or Death 02/02/2025

Guest Speakers: Life or Death We're called to examine the dangerous ideologies that threaten our faith and society. This message unveils how an ancient heresy, Gnosticism, has resurfaced in modern culture, influencing issues like abortion, homosexuality, and transgenderism. By separating the body from the soul, this false teaching devalues human life and God's design. The story of the kings in 1 and 2 Kings serves as a powerful warning: even good leaders who fail to fully eradicate evil can lead to society's downfall. As believers, we m /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35239890

The. Only. God.: The Giftings of the Holy Spirit 01/26/2025

The. Only. God.: The Giftings of the Holy Spirit Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of spiritual gifts in the church, reminding the congregation that these gifts are meant to build each other up and serve the body of Christ. He provides examples of various gifts, like evangelism and teaching, and encourages believers to discover and use their unique gifts to glorify God. Pastor Jeff highlights the significance of love and humility in delivering these gifts, asserting that without them, the gifts lose their power and purpose. As he prepares for communio /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/35018690

The. Only. God.: The Liberty of the Holy Spirit 01/19/2025

The. Only. God.: The Liberty of the Holy Spirit Pastor Jeff's message challenges us to embrace the true freedom Christ offers, based on Romans 8: there is no condemnation for those in Christ. Believers are freed from condemnation, sin's power the law's burden, spiritual ignorance, and death's sting. This freedom is not just about liberation from, but also to: worship, pray confidently, grow, step out in faith, and serve with love. Paralleling the Israelites' exodus, we're saved not just from something but for something greater. It urges us to reflect: Ar /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34922920

The. Only. God.: The Filling of the Holy Spirit 01/12/2025

The. Only. God.: The Filling of the Holy Spirit Pastor Jeff emphasized the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in a believer's life during his sermon. He encouraged the congregation to actively seek a deeper relationship with God through prayer, fasting, and by being filled with the Spirit. By understanding their identity in Christ, renouncing sin, yielding to the Holy Spirit, and spending time with Jesus, believers can experience true growth and manifest Christ's love to others. The message highlighted that this ongoing process of being filled with /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34922925

The. Only. God.: The Advantage of The Holy Spirit 01/05/2025

The. Only. God.: The Advantage of The Holy Spirit Pastor Jeff emphasized the importance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, highlighting that the Holy Spirit is God and serves as our Helper. He reassured the congregation that the Holy Spirit empowers, convicts, seals, and guides us, enabling us to live out our faith in a way that glorifies Christ. Pastor Jeff also discussed how the Holy Spirit is actively involved in our spiritual growth and how we must remain open to His leading. Ultimately, the message reinforced that relying on the Holy Spirit /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34728850

Stand Alone Messages: What You Need to Win Your War 12/29/2024

Stand Alone Messages: What You Need to Win Your War Pastor Hart emphasized that as Christians, we are engaged in a spiritual battle and must recognize God’s role in our victories. He outlined five key principles for winning our war: being humbled by God's provision, championing a legacy, guarding our hearts, genuinely loving God, and finding refuge in God's promises. As we transition into a new year, Pastor Hart urged the congregation to let go of sin and distractions while clinging to their faith in Christ. Ultimately, he reminded everyone that true victo /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34649320

Stand Alone Messages: IMMANUEL - God with Us 12/24/2024

Stand Alone Messages: IMMANUEL - God with Us On Christmas Eve, Pastor Jeff emphasizes the significance of the unique birth of Jesus Christ and its implications for humanity. He recounts how Jesus was born of a virgin, fulfilling ancient prophecies, and underscores the unique ministry and mission of Jesus, which was to save humanity from sin. Pastor Jeff invites attendees to consider their personal relationship with Jesus and the need for a transformative response to his message. Ultimately, he encourages everyone to receive the gift of Jesus, emphasiz /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34611590

The. Only. God.: The Message of Christ 12/22/2024

The. Only. God.: The Message of Christ Pastor Jeff emphasized the importance of understanding the message of Christ and the various responses people have to it, using the Parable of the Sower as a focal point. He explained that while the seed represents God's Word, the soil reflects the condition of the heart, highlighting four types: the hardened heart, the shallow heart, the worldly heart, and the receptive heart, each leading to different spiritual outcomes. Pastor Jeff urged the congregation to recognize their own spiritual state, emphasizin /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34573410

The. Only. God.: The Message of Christ 12/22/2024

The. Only. God.: The Ministry of Christ 12/15/2024

The. Only. God.: The Ministry of Christ Pastor Jeff emphasizes the transformative ministry of Jesus as depicted in Luke 18, highlighting that He came to challenge the prideful, teach the misunderstanding, and rescue the desperate. Through the stories of the rich young ruler and the blind man, Pastor Jeff illustrates how pride can lead to rejection of Jesus, while desperation leads to faith and worship. He emphasizes that Jesus seeks the lost, welcoming even the most unlikely individuals, like Zacchaeus, who responds with repentance and generosity /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34470580

The. Only. God.: The Incarnation of Christ 12/08/2024

The. Only. God.: The Incarnation of Christ Pastor Jeff emphasized the miraculous and unique nature of the incarnation, highlighting how God became man in Jesus Christ. He articulated that this event is not only profound but also transformative, offering grace and truth that enable believers to live righteously. Pastor Jeff encouraged the congregation to recognize the significance of Christ's birth and the salvation it offers, urging them to trust in Jesus as the God-man who fulfilled the law and offers eternal life. Ultimately, he called for a respo /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34470585

The. Only. God.: The Deity of Christ 12/01/2024

The. Only. God.: The Deity of Christ Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding the true identity of Jesus Christ as God, eternal, and the Creator of all things in his sermon. He highlights that Jesus is not only the source of life but also the light that dispels darkness, urging listeners to grasp the significance of believing in the biblical Jesus rather than a misconstrued version. Throughout the message, Pastor Jeff reinforces two main truths: that all authority lies in Jesus as the God-man and that fidelity to His identity is /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34219560

Stand Alone Messages: Three Be’s 11/24/2024

Stand Alone Messages: Three Be’s Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of being joyful, prayerful, and thankful as key elements of living according to God's will. He encourages individuals to prioritize worship by rejoicing always, even during difficult circumstances, and to maintain a consistent prayer life that deepens their relationship with Jesus. Through gratitude and thankfulness for both blessings and trials, believers can gain a proper perspective on life, recognizing that all things work together for good in Christ. The message co /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/34128091

Stay the Course: Second Coming Readiness 11/17/2024

Stay the Course: Second Coming Readiness Pastor Jeff emphasized the importance of being ready for the second coming of Christ, contrasting the scoffers’ disbelief with the certainty of His return. He urged believers to live expectantly and grow in godliness, highlighting that true change comes not from commitments, but from a relationship with Jesus. He concluded by reminding the congregation that through grace, believers can live faithfully, peacefully, and authentically as they await Christ's return. Speaker: Jeff Schwarzentraub /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33961957

Stand Alone Messages: Understanding the Times 11/10/2024

Stand Alone Messages: Understanding the Times Pastor Jeff celebrates the 14th anniversary of Brave Church, highlighting not only the church's growth but also honoring veterans coinciding with Veterans Day. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the times by looking up to God in worship, looking back with gratitude for His faithfulness, and looking forward with faith in His promises. Throughout the sermon, he shares testimonies of God’s continued work in the lives of the congregation and the community. Finally, he invites attendees to embrace t /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33870277

Stay the Course: Second Coming Certainty 11/03/2024

Stay the Course: Second Coming Certainty Pastor Jeff emphasized the certainty of Christ's second coming and the importance of adhering to God's Word. He highlighted the patience of God, explaining that His delay in returning is due to His desire for all to come to repentance. Pastor Jeff also addressed the increase of mockers and skeptics who dismiss the promises of God, encouraging the congregation to remain resolute in faith despite external doubts. Finally, he urged everyone to be ready for the Lord's judgment, reminding them of the significanc /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33810322

Stay the Course: Understanding False Teachers 10/27/2024

Stay the Course: Understanding False Teachers Pastor Jeff delivered a powerful sermon focusing on the dangers of false teachers, emphasizing their imminent and comprehensive destruction as warned in Scripture. He delineated the characteristics of false teachers, describing them as arrogant, ignorant, indulgent, adulterous, and immoral, highlighting how they over-promise and under-deliver while ultimately leading people away from the true message of Christ. Pastor Jeff reminded the congregation that true believers experience a change in nature through r /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33810327

Stay the Course: Identifying False Teachers 10/20/2024

Stay the Course: Identifying False Teachers Speaker: Jeff Schwarzentraub /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33537467

Stay the Course: Identifying False Teachers 10/20/2024

Stay the Course: Identifying False Teachers Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of identifying false teachers within the Church, highlighting how they can lead believers astray and undermine the truth of God's Word. Using biblical references, he warns that false teachers are deceptive, divisive, and often driven by greed and immorality, which makes them dangerous to the spiritual health of their listeners. Pastor Jeff urges the congregation to be vigilant in discerning the messages they receive, advocating for a deep commitment to the teachings of /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33538537

Stay the Course: Biblically Rooted Faith 10/13/2024

Stay the Course: Biblically Rooted Faith Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of having a biblically rooted faith anchored in the powerful return of Jesus Christ, historical eyewitness testimonies, and the trustworthy scriptures. He warns against the influence of false teachers who distort the truths of the Bible and the nature of Christ's return. The significance of aligning one's beliefs and life with the teachings of scripture is highlighted, showing that true faith is not based on mere personal experience but on the collective witness of thos /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33439332

Stay the Course: Consistently Communicating Faith 10/06/2024

Stay the Course: Consistently Communicating Faith Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of constant communication with God as essential for spiritual growth and maintaining faith. He uses the analogy of a coach repeatedly teaching fundamentals to illustrate how believers need reminders of the gospel truths to stay the course. Drawing from the apostle Peter's teachings, Pastor Jeff encourages believers to be diligent in sharing their faith and being considerate of those who already believe, while also recognizing their own mortality and the urgency of their /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33349637

Stay the Course: Consistently Communicating Faith 10/06/2024

Stay the Course: Guaranteed Assured Faith 09/29/2024

Stay the Course: Guaranteed Assured Faith Pastor Jeff discusses the assurance of salvation in the context of a new series titled "Stay the Course." He emphasizes the importance of recognizing our need for a savior and placing faith in Jesus to be saved, while also cultivating a relationship with him through moral excellence and Christlike virtues. Pastor Jeff highlights that true assurance of faith involves actively growing in these virtues and never forgetting that we are forgiven for our sins. Ultimately, by confirming God's calling and election /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33252697

Stay the Course: Real Saving Faith 09/22/2024

Stay the Course: Real Saving Faith In the sermon "Stay the Course," Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding one's direction in faith and readiness to meet the Lord. He begins by urging listeners to reflect on their spiritual journey and to recognize the necessity of real saving faith, which he describes as a relationship grounded in humility, service, and the acknowledgment of Christ's transformative power. He highlights five key truths pertaining to real saving faith: the importance of humility over pride, the celebration of /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33159762

Stand Alone Messages: Let Your Kingdom Come 09/15/2024

Stand Alone Messages: Let Your Kingdom Come Pastor Jeff delivered a powerful message emphasizing the sovereignty of Jesus as King over His kingdom and the importance of giving Him our full allegiance as citizens of Heaven. He highlighted that Jesus expects His followers to actively participate in their civic duties, especially in the context of upcoming elections, underscoring the responsibility to vote according to biblical principles. In discussing the political landscape, Pastor outlined key values surrounding freedom, life, and national sovereign /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/33062577

Stand Alone Messages: Radical Like Jesus 09/08/2024

Stand Alone Messages: Radical Like Jesus Greg Stier emphasizes the importance of being radical like Jesus, challenging the congregation to embody His values in their daily lives. He reflects on his personal journey and the transformative power of the gospel, sharing stories of how bold evangelism has changed lives, including his family's. Through practical steps, Greg urges church members to see the lost, feel compassion for them, and actively share the gospel in their communities. He concludes by encouraging everyone to pray fervently for the los /episode/index/show/bravechurch/id/32962317

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