Sermons by Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins (Page 2)
Loose Threads
In the course of setting our minds on Heavenly things, there are loose threads (distractions) in all of our lives that can be pulled and potentially separate us from the fabric of our spiritual focus. We should work hard every day to focus our hearts on things above and not let the distractions of this world cause us to miss our Heavenly goal. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from August 3, 2025.
A Life of Prayer
How can prayer shape our daily walk with God and ground us in hope, strength, and purpose?
How to Identify a True Christian
Pentecost not only marked the beginning of the church, but it also revealed a key element associated with being filled with the Holy Spirit: the subsequent words that come from our mouths, as well as the daily actions we do, which impact the lives of others.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
A song or hymn sung during the worst of times may not only bring strength to the wounded soul, but it can also loosen the chains of bondage. Music has a way of speaking to the soul when words fall short.
He Looks Beyond Our Faults
Jesus forgives and reinstates Peter to serve the church, even after Peter denies Jesus Christ three times. This is yet another example of God’s tremendous love and grace towards us, looking beyond our faults and addressing our needs. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from May 4, 2025.
Death Doesn’t Live Here Anymore
Mary Magdalene went to the tomb of Christ still living in the pain, death and misery of Friday night. Even when a now risen Jesus had appeared to her, she did not recognize Him, still grappling with the pain of Friday night. How often do we as believers, miss out on the blessings of Jesus Christ because of our inability to let go of the pain from Friday night? – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ Easter Sermon – April 20, 2025
What’s That Smell?
At Mary & Martha’s home in Bethany, there are multiple fragrances filling the room; Mary’s alabaster jar of perfume and Judas’ jar of jealousy & hypocrisy. Everyone around Jesus isn’t projecting the same scent. What spiritual scent are we emanating? – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from April 6, 2025
Repentance: An Important Key to the Kingdom
Death is a common denominator for every living being. Only repentance can bring about eternal life and true repentance involves a major change in one’s spiritual direction. Jesus illustrates the parable of the fig tree to warn us that judgement comes to those who do not repent. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from March, 23, 2025.
Protecting the Sacrifice
As Abram presented a sacrifice before the Lord, he had to protect the sacrifice by chasing away the vultures. As we journey through this season of self-examination and sacrifice, we also must beware of the attacks which may come upon our sacrifices made to the Lord. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from March 16, 2025 (Zoom worship)
A Disciplined Heart
Satan is cunning and persistent in his efforts to tempt believers into sin, especially during times of transition and weakness. Christ gives us all an example of discipline and resistance by standing firm on the Word of God – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from March 9, 2025 (Zoom worship)
A Glimpse Into Future Glory – Transfiguration Sunday
Jesus gives 3 of His disciples, and ultimately every believer, a glimpse of the Kingdom of God and its future glory. The transfiguration of Christ along with the glowing appearance of Moses and Elijah (who have been gone for hundreds of years), should heighten the hopes of every believer about the future glory that awaits us beyond this life. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from March 2, 2025.
Lighting Issues
The message of love, inclusivity, acceptance, repentance, justice and forgiveness represent the Gospel light shining from within our new sanctuary artwork. A reflection of those same Gospel lights should also be present within our own personal live.