Ascension Church of Phoenix

Religion & Spirituality

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The latest sermons, teachings, and conversations from Ascension Church. Ascension Church of Phoenix is a Bible teaching, family friendly, reformed church with a rich community life serving in Midtown Phoenix and affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America.

Episodes

  • Withstanding the Terror of the Night

    Pastor Erik of Ascension Church of Phoenix shares a message on how to withstand the terror of the night by depending on God, standing firm, and putting on the full armor of God for protection against the evil one.

  • The Place of Obedience

    Pastor Erik explains the concept of obedience and authority, detailing the importance of obeying earthly authorities as a reflection of obeying God.

  • The Sacrifice-Focused Marriage

    This episode discusses the concept of a sacrifice-focused marriage, based on the teachings presented at Ascension Church of Phoenix.

  • Sermon Extra: On Worship

    Pastor Gray and Jess Rault discuss worship, connecting it to a teaching on Ephesians 5:19.

  • The Habits of Wisdom

    In this episode, Pastor Gray of Ascension Church of Phoenix shares insights on the habits of wisdom and the process of being filled by the Holy Spirit.

  • A Commitment to Walking Wisely

    Pastor Gray explains that a wisdom mindset is necessary for intentional, urgent, and spiritual living. This episode of Ascension Church of Phoenix focuses on how to cultivate this mindset.

  • Jesus Holds The Keys

    Pastor Gray explains that Jesus holds the keys to life and death, giving him the authority to help people overcome anxieties.

  • The Seven Last Words of Christ

    This episode features seven reflections from church leaders and elders discussing the last words of Christ.

  • A Story of Surprising Salvation (Palm Sunday)

    This episode features the Palm Sunday service from the Ascension Church of Phoenix, sharing a message titled 'A Story of Surprising Salvation'.

  • Light Must Not Partner With Darkness

    This episode of Ascension Church of Phoenix is titled "Light Must Not Partner With Darkness".

  • Why Can’t I Just Change?

    Pastor Erik uses Ephesians 4:17-5:2 to contrast the unchanged life with the changed life, explaining how Christ renews our minds, hearts, and behavior.

  • Five Principles for a Unified Church

    In this episode, Pastor Erik discusses Ephesians 4, focusing on the principles of walking in unity and maturity as emphasized by Paul.

  • Real Spiritual Power For Our Weakness

    Pastor Gray explores the concept of spiritual power derived from complete dependence on God, addressing human weakness.

  • The Immense Privilege of the Gospel

    This episode features Pastor Gray discussing the immense privilege associated with the gospel, as presented by Ascension Church of Phoenix.

  • They Fly, Forgotten, As A Dream

    Pastor Gray's Ash Wednesday sermon focuses on Psalm 90:12, encouraging listeners to practice faithful living as a daily act.

  • Cultivating Unity

    This episode features Pastor Gray preaching on the importance of unity within the body of Christ.

  • Getting Clear About Salvation

    Pastor Gray discusses Ephesians 2:1-10, explaining salvation through the lens of grace as the cause, faith as the means, and good works as the intended outcome.

  • Praying For A Deeper Life With God

    Pastor Gray's message focuses on cultivating a prayer life that expresses a desire for a deeper relationship with God.

  • Our Abundant Life in the Trinity

    Pastor Gray examines Ephesians 1:3-14, discussing the concept of an abundant life rooted in the Trinity, specifically focusing on the Father's purpose, the Son's peace, and the Holy Spirit's promise.

  • Predestined In Love For Adoption (Part 1)

    Pastor Gray discusses the topic of being predestined in love for adoption in this episode titled 'Predestined In Love For Adoption (Part 1)'.

  • Foundational Commitments of the Christian Life

    Pastor Gray discusses the Foundational Commitments of the Christian Life in this episode.

  • Worshiping the King

    This episode features Titus preaching on the nature of worshiping Christ. It covers how to identify personal idols and the importance of surrendering them to focus on worshiping Christ as King.

  • 5 Children’s Bibles for 2026

    Pastor Erik and his wife Shannon share five children's Bibles that have been used in their family, providing guidance on establishing family devotions with young children.

  • The Light That Overcomes

    This Christmas Eve homily by Pastor Gray uses Isaiah 9:2 and John 1:4-5 to explore how light has a disproportionate effect in overcoming darkness.

  • A Christmas Interruption

    This episode of Ascension Church of Phoenix features Gray discussing the significance of a "Christmas interruption."

  • A Model Of Advent Joy

    In this episode, Gray discusses how listeners can embody and share Advent joy.

  • A Fullness You Can Receive

    Pastor Gray discusses how individuals can experience a greater sense of fullness in their lives through their connection with Christ.

  • Born of God

    This is an episode from the Ascension Church of Phoenix titled Born of God.

  • “Neither Shall Any Be Missing”

    Pastor Erik discusses Jeremiah 23:1-6, focusing on finding hope and security in Jesus Christ when hurt by those who should care for us. The episode centers on the promise of being gathered and secured by the Chief Shepherd.

  • Sermon Extra - On Death and Christian Hope

    Pastors Gray and Erik discuss the reality of death and the Christian hope, expanding on themes from a recent sermon.

  • Hope: How Can You Face The Uncertainty of Death?

    Pastor Gray's sermon from John 11:1-44 explains how Christians can approach the uncertainty of death through the certainty of the resurrection found in Christ.

  • Justice: When Will Everything Be Made Right?

    This episode addresses the question of why God delays justice and judgment. Pastor Gray uses Matthew 13:24-43 to encourage listeners to trust in God's timing and plan.

  • Healing: How do you endure trauma, pain, and loss?

    Referencing Matthew 9:18-34, Pastor Gray of Ascension Church of Phoenix explains how individuals can navigate and endure life's trauma, pain, and loss.

  • Suffering: How can you know if God is good?

    This episode from Ascension Church of Phoenix, titled "Suffering: How can you know if God is good?", addresses the topic of suffering and its relation to the concept of God's goodness.

  • Forgiveness: How Can You Let Go?

    Pastor Gray delivers a sermon on the topic of forgiveness, referencing the biblical passage from Luke 7:36-50.

  • Doubt: How Can You Know What Is True?

    Pastor Gray discusses how to navigate doubts and remain close to Jesus, referencing Mark 9:14-32.

  • Happiness: What Works to Make Life Worth Living

    This episode of Ascension Church of Phoenix is titled Happiness: What Works to Make Life Worth Living.

  • Meaning: What is the point of everything?

    This episode, titled "Meaning: What is the point of everything?", addresses the fundamental question about the purpose of existence. It is presented by the Ascension Church of Phoenix.

  • Desire: What do you Want?

    In this sermon, Pastor Gray discusses Jesus' question to the blind beggar Bartimaeus, "What is it that you want Me to do for you?", applying it to the personal desires of listeners.

  • That Which Is Truly Life

    Pastor Erik of Ascension Church of Phoenix discusses 1 Timothy, focusing on the essential elements for building a truly meaningful life.

  • A Formula For Great Gain

    This sermon by Gray from Ascension Church of Phoenix focuses on the idea that godliness and contentment are not merely a means to an end, but are the ultimate gain.

  • The Church As a Place of Honor

    This episode discusses honor within the church, referencing passages from 1 Timothy 5:1-3, 5:17-25, and 6:1-2.

  • True Godliness

    This sermon by Gray from Ascension Church of Phoenix explains the difference between genuine godliness and false godliness.

  • Keepers of the Mystery

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  • Trust and the Leadership of God’s Church

    Pastor Gray discusses the biblical qualifications for elders and deacons as outlined by the Apostle Paul. The episode emphasizes that building trust within the church begins by evaluating and electing leaders from the inside out.

  • Men and Women In Worship

    This episode from the Ascension Church of Phoenix podcast focuses on the theme of men and women in worship.

  • A Church That Pleases God

    Pastor Gray discusses how a church can please God in this episode of Ascension Church of Phoenix.

  • Celebrating Mercy

    Erik explains in this sermon how celebrating God's mercy aids in resolving past issues, connecting with those who are lost, and remaining genuine.

  • Learning to Love

    In this sermon, Erik discusses the Ascension Church of Phoenix's belief that God values our love over our learning.

  • How Jesus Prays For You

    In this sermon, Gray explains how Jesus' prayer for us demonstrates what Jesus wants us to do and how he wants us to do it.