Vine & Branch Church Sermons

Religion & Spirituality

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Podcast of sermons from Vine & Branch Church in Nashville, IN

Episodes

  • Better Together!

    This episode discusses the concept of fearing the Lord, defining it as a reverent awe of God's transcendent holiness and authority. It explores how this fear leads to humble obedience, a hatred of evil, and finding joyful refuge in Him, se…

  • A Good Reputation is Valuable Currency

    This episode defines the Fear of the Lord as a reverent awe of God's holiness and authority. This fear fosters humble obedience, a hatred of evil, and provides refuge, serving as the foundation of wisdom.

  • Work IS Worship; Working Wisely WITH God

    This episode, "Work IS Worship; Working Wisely WITH God" from Vine & Branch Church Sermons, discusses the integration of faith and work, encouraging listeners to view their labor as an act of worship and to work in partnership with God.

  • Think, Practice, Fruit

    This sermon from Vine & Branch Church, "Think, Practice, Fruit", draws on the teachings of Proverbs 6:6-13.

  • Wise Living in a Kingdom Community

    This episode emphasizes that a proper relationship with God is essential for a fulfilling life and for effectively interacting with others to build the Kingdom of God.

  • Of First Importance

    This sermon from Vine & Branch Church is titled 'Of First Importance' and focuses on the topic of Resurrection Sunday.

  • Passover Feast to Communion Table

    This sermon explores the theological connection between the Passover feast and Christian Communion, positing Jesus Christ as the true Passover Lamb and the central focus of Communion and life.

  • Dead to sin; Activated to Righteousness

    This sermon explains that believers are inseparably bound to Christ by grace through his death and resurrection. Consequently, they are considered dead to sin and activated to live a life of righteousness.

  • Counted Righteous, Rejoicing in God

    This sermon from Vine & Branch Church, based on Romans 4:20-5:2, discusses the concept of being counted righteous and the resulting rejoicing in God.

  • Deserving Wrath; Justified by Grace

    This episode discusses the concept that humanity deserves God's wrath. However, it highlights that individuals are declared righteous through God's grace.

  • Why We Can Trust our Bible

    This sermon explores the trustworthiness of the Bible, highlighting its divine preservation through numerous manuscripts that allow for verification and demonstrate its transformative power in guiding listeners to Jesus Christ.

  • The Lord's Words, In the Lord's Way, Through the Lord's People

    This sermon from Vine & Branch Church is titled 'The Lord's Words, In the Lord's Way, Through the Lord's People'. The episode discusses the divine origin and transmission of God's messages.

  • We Can Know

    This sermon discusses assurance of eternal life, God's favorable hearing, mutual protection through prayer, and avoiding idolatry by believing in Jesus as the Truth.

  • Obey Because You can!

    In this episode, John explains that believers can obey God's commands. This obedience, empowered by the Holy Spirit, serves as evidence of a true relationship with God, characterized by knowing and loving Him.

  • Test the Spirits

    This sermon focuses on Jesus Christ as the central figure in scripture, emphasizing His role as God in the flesh and the only Savior. It explores how confessing Him rightly and having faith in the truth helps in testing spirits and overcom…

  • Truth Made Manifest

    This episode from Vine & Branch Church is titled Truth Made Manifest. No further details are available.

  • Occupied with joy

    This episode explores the path to joy by receiving life as a gift, engaging in good deeds, and appreciating the portion given to us, as outlined in Ecclesiastes.

  • Living Wisely Under the Sun

    This sermon discusses the vanity of life outside of Christ, emphasizing His sovereignty and control, and how He gives life meaning.

  • Goal Setting

    This sermon examines goal setting through a biblical lens, referencing Genesis and Proverbs to highlight God's design for humanity to create order and exercise dominion through purposeful planning and diligent living.

  • The Virgin has Conceived

    This sermon from Vine & Branch Church, titled 'The Virgin has Conceived,' focuses on the meaning of the word 'behold.' It explains that 'behold' calls for attentive reverence, trusting God's promises, and responding with obedient worship.

  • The Branch has Sprouted

    This episode from Vine & Branch Church Sermons, titled 'The Branch has Sprouted,' delves into questions about the identity of the King being worshipped and the nature of worship itself.

  • Behold Our King

    This sermon, titled 'Behold Our King,' explores theological concepts including Paradise Lost, the promise of a curse, the declaration of war, and the restoration of hope.

  • One Body: Worshiping & Committed

    This episode of Vine & Branch Church Sermons, titled "One Body: Worshiping & Committed," focuses on the importance of worship, harmony, and commitment within the church. It emphasizes upholding Christ as supreme and His word as authoritati…

  • Building God’s Family

    This episode of Vine & Branch Church Sermons, titled 'Building God’s Family,' explains the Church Confession to clarify the identity and purpose of the church, aiming to foster unity and help members articulate what V&B is about.

  • Growing Godly Culture

    This sermon explains that Godly Culture fulfills the Dominion Mandate and the Great Commission by integrating the Word into our daily lives and teaching it to others, ultimately for God's glory and kingdom growth.

  • Vine & Branch, Who we are and Why

    This episode discusses creeds and confessions as tools that help focus attention on God, summarize biblical truth, and exalt Christ. They serve as humble helpers in understanding and remembering core beliefs.

  • Portrait of Supremacy

    This episode discusses Jesus's role as the creator and sustainer of all life, emphasizing His supremacy over all beings. It highlights His victory over sin and His current position of authority.

  • Excellent and Profitable for Humanity

    This sermon focuses on living as model citizens, demonstrating devotion to good works that benefit humanity. It emphasizes that this lifestyle is a result of being freed from sin and guaranteed eternal life by God, and should be patterned…

  • Doctrine & the Christian Life

    This episode discusses how the Gospel encompasses not only salvation through Jesus Christ but also His aim to create a people zealous for good works.

  • Guarding the Gospel

    This sermon identifies false leaders and calls listeners to live purely. It emphasizes protecting the church by discerning true leadership and faithfully following those who adhere to the trustworthy word.

  • Above Reproach

    This episode discusses the role of elders in modeling and teaching God's order within the household. Their character and adherence to God's Word are central to this function.

  • All Things in Order Under Christ

    This sermon explores how the alignment of members' knowledge and actions, demonstrated through good works, self-control, and ordered lives, builds Christ's church, all motivated by Jesus' eternal kingship on earth.

  • "Habits of Purpose: Immersed in Truth"

    This sermon explores how intentional habits, referred to as liturgies, serve as acts of worship that shape our values and hearts. The aim is to encourage the adoption of these practices to better know and live according to God's truth.

  • The Church is Designed to LAST

    This sermon, "The Church is Designed to LAST," from Vine & Branch Church emphasizes that the church, as the Children of the Light and Christ's body, is built to endure. It encourages listeners to follow divine guidelines for living while a…

  • Sober Minded Living

    This episode discusses joyful living and sober mindedness, defined by clarity of mind, soul stability, and readiness to act, all in anticipation of Christ's return.

  • Comfort & Direction

    This episode explores how God guided Paul's writings to the Thessalonians, providing comfort for those grieving and clear direction on living a holy life.

  • Proper Living

    This sermon explains how brotherly love, stemming from God's will for sanctification, is practically applied through diligence in our own affairs, hard work, honoring God, and proclaiming the Gospel.

  • God's Will, Christ's Image in You

    This episode discusses God's will for believers as sanctification. It explains that circumstances and temptations should be viewed as opportunities to actively participate with the Spirit's work, aligning with one's new identity and role i…

  • Optimistic Hope in the Absolutes

    This episode explores how the truths present in Paul's letter to the Thessalonians provided them with optimistic hope, purposeful living, and community impact. It suggests applying these same truths for a faithful life.

  • Now We Live

    The sermon 'Now We Live' from Vine & Branch Church explores the belief that the true meaning of life involves facilitating the formation of Christ in others and assisting in their readiness for the day of the Lord.

  • The Comfort of God’s Word

    This episode discusses how the Gospel, when accepted, serves as a source of faith and hope. It empowers individuals in acts of love and prepares them for the return of Christ.

  • The Gospel Proclaimed with Courage & Care

    This episode examines 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12, highlighting how the Gospel of God transforms lives when it is declared with courage, accompanied by nurturing love, and delivered with integrity.

  • Living Proof

    This sermon explores how the gospel transforms individuals into living proof of Christ's power. It emphasizes the role of active faith, selfless love, and unshakable hope, motivated by gratitude for salvation and the assured return of Chri…

  • The Birth of the Thessalonian Church

    Acts 17:1-10 shows the birth of the Thessalonian church, highlighting Jesus Christ as the suffering and risen KING. His gospel transforms lives and empowers believers to endure pressure, demanding joyful allegiance.

  • The Habit of Godly Sabbath Rest

    This sermon explores the God-centered habit of Sabbath rest as both a command and a gift. It is rooted in God's creation and redemptive acts, serving as a weekly rest from labor that celebrates His provision and works.

  • Purpose, Joy, & Hope

    This episode discusses God's enduring faithfulness, drawing parallels with the stories of Naomi and Ruth. It emphasizes that this faithfulness provides present and future purpose, joy, and hope, as God is preparing a place for believers an…

  • Gospel Portraits

    The Book of Ruth is presented not as mere ancient history, but as a reflection of God's ongoing work in the world, across all nations, and within our personal lives.

  • The Gospel of Redemption

    This sermon discusses the 'Gospel of Redemption,' emphasizing the assured victory through Jesus Christ. It highlights God's love, the transient nature of suffering, and the importance of finding joy in ultimate triumph.

  • Subordinate Ends & Terminal Ends

    This episode discusses how ceasing self-defined striving and embracing faithfulness transforms our actions into subordinate ends, which God utilizes for His ultimate purpose of world redemption and His own glory.

  • Stop striving for meaning, Seek to be faithful

    This episode discusses finding freedom and peace by shifting from striving for self-defined meaning to pursuing faithfulness. It explains how God can transform ordinary acts of obedience and love into meaningful instruments of redemption.