Canaan Fellowship

Bruce Hempel

  • Marks of a Healthy Church

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    Bruce Hempel discusses the importance of spiritual health in the church, emphasizing key marks of a healthy church while encouraging self-reflection and unity among believers. He highlights the church’s role as the “pillar and bulwark of truth” and contrasts it with a world under the power of evil. The sermon focuses on practical ways to…

  • Temptation

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    Bruce Hempel delivers a sermon on temptation, focusing on the failures of Israel’s kings—Saul, David, and Solomon—as cautionary examples. He emphasizes the consequences of sin, the importance of humility, and the need to remain steadfast in faith to avoid drifting away from God. Bullet points: [00:00:00] Opens with prayer requests for incarcerated men and shares…

  • Resisting Temptation and Reverence for God

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    Bruce Hempel explores the connection between resisting temptation and having reverence for God (or the “fear of the Lord”). He contrasts David’s failure with Joseph’s faithfulness, emphasizing how reverence for God protects us from sin. The sermon highlights the dangers of self-indulgence and the importance of teaching children to recognize spiritual traps. [00:00:19] Introduces the…

  • Hardening of the Heart

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    Bruce Hempel discusses the dangers of a hardened heart, drawing from biblical examples and personal anecdotes. He emphasizes the importance of humility, teachability, and trusting God rather than conforming to worldly desires. The sermon contrasts hardened hearts (like Pharaoh, Israel demanding a king, and the Pharisees) with receptive hearts (like Jesus’ disciples). [00:00:00] Opens with…

  • Danger of Hardening Your Heart

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    Bruce Hempel discusses archaeological evidence supporting the biblical Exodus story and emphasizes the danger of hardening one’s heart against God’s voice, drawing from Hebrews 3 and other Scriptures. He warns against unbelief and the deceitfulness of sin, urging listeners to remain attentive and faithful to God’s teachings. [00:00] Introduces archaeological findings in Goshen, including a…

  • Brief Mother’s Day Reflection

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    Bruce Hempel delivers a brief Mother’s Day message emphasizing the biblical command to honor parents and the sanctity of life from conception. He reflects on Luke 1, where Elizabeth recognizes Mary as “the mother of my Lord” immediately after conception, affirming that motherhood begins at conception. [00:00:00] Bruce introduces his brief message, noting it’s Mother’s…

  • Spring 2024 Retreat – Marriage and Family

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    Bruce and Muriel Hempel deliver a sermon on family life, emphasizing the importance of protecting families from spiritual attacks, fostering honor and joy, and nurturing relationships through intentional actions. They draw parallels between Jesus as the Good Shepherd and parents as shepherds of their “little flock,” urging families to prioritize spiritual growth and emotional connection.…

  • Spring 2024 Retreat – Becoming Like Christ

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    Bruce Hempel’s sermon focuses on the transformative process of becoming more like Christ through beholding His glory. He emphasizes that this change is a lifelong journey that begins at salvation and is sustained by spending time in God’s presence. The message draws parallels between Moses’ radiant face after encountering God and the spiritual transformation believers…

  • Post-Resurrection Appearances and Transformation of the Disciples

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    Bruce Hempel reflects on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus and the transformation of the disciples, particularly Peter, who was restored after his denial. He emphasizes the call to follow Christ wholeheartedly, contrasting the disciples’ initial immaturity with their later faithfulness, even unto death. The sermon highlights the cost of discipleship and the legacy of the…

  • Faith and Belief in the Resurrection

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    Bruce Hempel’s sermon focuses on the theme of faith and belief in the resurrection accounts across the Gospels. He highlights the disciples’ initial disbelief despite multiple witnesses and Jesus’ repeated efforts to strengthen their faith. The message emphasizes the importance of trusting God’s promises and avoiding unbelief that hinders His work. [00:01:16] Introduces the topic…