

Sanctus Church Audio Sermons
Sanctus Church
Weekly audio sermons from Sanctus Church. Main teaching from Pastor Jon Thompson.
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Mar 6, 2025 • 39min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 9 - The Word/Power Gift of Prophecy
Pastor Jon unpacks the fascinating spiritual gift of prophecy, exploring its unique role in today's church. He highlights how it differs from both Old Testament prophecy and other gifts like speaking in tongues. The discussion emphasizes the importance of discernment and community support in practicing this gift. Listeners will learn how prophecy aims to encourage and comfort fellow believers, inviting them to actively seek and develop this powerful spiritual tool.

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Mar 6, 2025 • 42min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 8 - A Different Conversation
Explore the grace we need for one another while learning to use our unique spiritual gifts. Discover how God's limitations can bring deeper rest and clarity in our spiritual journeys. Delve into the tensions within faith communities and the importance of humility. Engage with the dynamics of spiritual growth, leadership, and interpersonal relationships. Embrace both the blessings and challenges of spiritual gifts through prayer and community, reflecting on love’s central role in these interactions.

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Feb 16, 2025 • 43min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 7 - The Power Gifts: Faith, Discernment of Spirits
Discover the power of two essential spiritual gifts: faith and discernment of spirits. Explore how faith transforms personal reliance into trust in divine grace, and learn about its pivotal role within the church community. Hear inspiring stories, including George Mueller's remarkable journey showcasing unwavering trust in God. Deepen your understanding as discernment allows believers to distinguish truth from error, enhancing spiritual experiences while promoting a biblical foundation. Join in on this enlightening conversation that emphasizes serving and uplifting others.

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Feb 9, 2025 • 42min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 6 - The Word Gifts Cont'd: Leadership, Pastoring, Evangelism
Discover the transformative power of spiritual gifts in the church community. The discussion highlights essential roles like leadership, pastoring, and evangelism, and encourages reflection on personal gifts. Listeners are engaged with relatable analogies that illustrate the balance between ease and discipline in utilizing these gifts. Personal stories shed light on the challenges of evangelism, emphasizing the collective responsibility of all believers. This conversation inspires a deeper connection with God and active participation in nurturing community through faith.

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Feb 2, 2025 • 40min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 5 - The Word Gifts: Teaching, Exhortation, & Apostleship
Dive into the fascinating world of spiritual gifts, focusing on how teaching and exhortation enhance understanding and accountability within the faith community. Discover the inspiring story of Barnabas, whose gift of encouragement shaped the early church, and learn about the vital role of apostleship in launching new ministries. The discussion encourages listeners to embrace their spiritual gifts, fostering deeper engagement in their spiritual journeys.

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Jan 26, 2025 • 41min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 4 - The Love Gifts Cont'd: Mercy, Celibacy, and Martyrdom
Dive into insightful discussions on the power of mercy and its transformative impact on faith. Explore the spiritual gifts of celibacy and martyrdom, emphasizing the importance of obedience and community support. Discover how martyrs embody forgiveness and resilience in their trials. Uncover personal spiritual gifts through self-reflection and community engagement, moving beyond traditional tests. Join a journey of love and fulfillment within the church.

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Jan 19, 2025 • 37min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 3 - The Love Gifts: Administration, Helps and Giving
Discover the practical side of spiritual gifts as love expressed through Administration, Helps, and Giving. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these gifts in church unity and community support. Uncover tips on maintaining pure motives while serving others. Delve into the distinction between the core message of the Gospel and acts of kindness, urging clarity in teachings. Reflect on personal gifts and the joy of uplifting the community through acts of love.

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Jan 12, 2025 • 41min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 2 - Love Is The Greater Gift
Dive into the essence of spiritual gifts and their significant role in the church community. Discover how love serves as the foundation for truly effective gifts and the necessity of character growth. Learn about the dangers of idolatry and how it leads people astray, along with the importance of discerning God’s gifts in our lives. Embrace the message that love is the greatest gift, encouraging humility and deeper connections within the church.

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Jan 5, 2025 • 41min
Spiritual Gifts - Week 1 - Spirit Led
Discover how the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus at his baptism and empowered his ministry. The discussion explores the complex nature of spiritual gifts and how they lead to unity within the church. Learn about the importance of spiritual practices like solitude and prayer in accessing these gifts. The talk emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit for personal and community growth, encouraging believers to embrace their unique gifts and enhance their relationship with God.

Dec 29, 2024 • 38min
Christmas 2024 - Christian Life
We all like to spend time with the people who get us, who are most like us. Pastor Sam looks at how we, as Christians, need to live our life outside our comfort zone to spread the Good News of the hope and love of Jesus Christ.
Speaker: Samuel Mills
Publication: December 29, 2024
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