Canaan Fellowship

Sunday Service

  • Life in the Spirit

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    This sermon introduces a two-part teaching on “life in the Spirit,” continuing themes from a prior message. The speaker explains that foundational truths are progressively rediscovered by the church throughout history, such as the Reformation’s recovery of salvation by grace and later movements emphasizing Spirit-filled, victorious living. A practical, five-part roadmap is provided to help…

  • Giving God a Blank Check

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    This sermon by Bruce Hempel uses the metaphor of giving God a “blank check” to explore the nature of following Jesus. He examines the disciples’ journey, who left everything to follow Christ without knowing the future hardships, and encourages believers to trust God completely, even when faced with difficult teachings, trials, and persecution. [00:01:15] Giving…

  • Spiritual Warfare: Confronting Personal Demons

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    This sermon by Bill Teubl provides a practical guide for believers seeking personal freedom from demonic oppression. He emphasizes that deliverance is not a formula but a process of applying Christ’s victory through scriptural principles. The teaching focuses on understanding our identity in Christ, recognizing the enemy, applying the work of the cross, and taking…

  • Being Christ’s Ambassadors

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    Eric Schnackenberg explores how Christians, as Christ’s ambassadors, can sometimes become obstacles that drive people away from God rather than drawing them near. He focuses on three personal areas of temptation where he has struggled to represent Christ well, using the analogy of an ambassador who must engage with the foreign land they are sent…

  • Six Stories in Genesis: Openings for the Demonic

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    This sermon by Bill Teubl continues a series on the demonic, focusing on how specific sins and failures in our lives create openings for demonic influence. He examines foundational stories from Genesis to illustrate how deception, hatred, and other sins give the enemy a foothold, emphasizing the importance of bringing these areas into the light…

  • Acts 1-15 Recap – What is Salvation?

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    This sermon by Bruce examines the biblical concept of salvation as presented in the book of Acts. He explores what it means to be saved, emphasizing that it involves repentance, faith in Jesus Christ, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit. The message clarifies that salvation is a gift of grace received through faith,…

  • Acts 15: The Gentile Question – Consensus and Culture

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    This sermon by Bruce covers Acts 15, focusing on the Jerusalem Council’s pivotal decision regarding Gentile believers. The central issue was whether Gentile converts needed to be circumcised and follow the Law of Moses to be saved. The council, through a process of testimony and consensus, determined that salvation is by grace through faith alone,…

  • The Safeguard of Thankfulness

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    Randy Losee’s sermon focuses on the critical role of thankfulness in the Christian life, arguing that it is a key safeguard against forgetting God and falling into sin. He explains that thankfulness is not merely a feeling but a commanded discipline that protects us by keeping God in the right place in our hearts and…

  • The Eighth Beatitude: Blessed Are the Persecuted

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    Bruce Hempel continues his series on the Beatitudes, focusing on the eighth and final one concerning persecution for righteousness’ sake. He emphasizes that this teaching is meant to prepare disciples to respond faithfully when faced with opposition, viewing it not as a misfortune but as a blessing and a testimony. The sermon draws on examples…

  • Four Voices That Speak About Our Sin

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    This sermon uses John Bunyan’s “Pilgrim’s Progress” as an allegory for the Christian journey. Casey explores the temptation to take an easier path, which leads to despair, and the key to freedom found in God’s promises. The message contrasts the voices that speak to us in our sin with the freeing words of Jesus. [00:01:13]…