Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0493A recorded on February 14, 1982 teaching from John 3:14-16; 1 John 2:15 – God’s Love. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens addresses the nature of love and the complexities of reconciling love for God with love for the world. Stevens focuses on the biblical concept of agape love, a selfless and…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0484A recorded on January 24, 1982 teaching from Isaiah 41:13-20 – Fear Not; I Will Help Thee. Pastor Cyril Stevens explores the message found in Isaiah 41:13-20, which reassures the faithful that God will always be present to help them through life’s challenges. Pastor Stevens employs a storytelling and…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0461A recorded on December 13, 1981 teaching from Luke 2 – And it Came to Pass in Those Days. In this Christmas sermon, Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses the nativity story to illustrate God’s humble approach to humanity. Pastor Stevens contrasts the oppressive rule of Caesar Augustus with the…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0460A recorded on December 13, 1981 teaching from Luke 2 – That the World Might Be Saved. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens reflecting on Luke chapter 2 and the birth of Jesus. Using an extended metaphor of entering a forest and observing wildlife’s reaction to his presence, Stevens illustrates how…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0455A recorded on December 6, 1981 teaching from 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 – Love. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on the meaning of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13. He reflects that the Greek word often translated as “love” (agape) is better understood as “charity,” highlighting its selfless nature…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0447AB recorded on November 18, 1981 teaching from Daniel 1 – Daniel, a Man Greatly Beloved. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens aims to unpack the life and ministry of Daniel, the prophet. Stevens highlights key aspects of Daniel’s character, specifically his commitment to separation from sin and his unwavering faith…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0408A recorded on August 30, 1981 teaching from Psalm 139:1-24 – Thou Understandest My Thought Afar Off. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens teaches from Psalm 139 as he preaches on how God understands and knows our thoughts, even before we fully form them. It underscores the importance of recognizing this…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0342AB recorded on April 26, 1981 teaching from John 21:1-19 – Outstanding Peter. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens teaches from John 21:1-19, focusing on the Apostle Peter’s encounter with the resurrected Jesus after denying him three times. Pastor Stevens analyzes Peter’s actions as a representation of a common human experience:…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0331A recorded on April 12, 1981 teaching from John 12:12-23 – The Heartthrob of God (Palm Sunday). Pastor Cyril A. Stevens focuses on John 12:12-23 which describes Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. The sermon traces the events leading up to this moment, emphasizing the significance of…
Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0329AB recorded on April 8, 1981 teaching from Hebrews 12:5-13 – The Mystery of God’s Chastening. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on the topic of God’s chastening, exploring the meaning and purpose of discipline in the life of a Christian. Using Hebrews 12:5-13 as a foundation, Stevens argues that God’s…