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How Can I Love God More? (Mark Sermon 65)

Oct 22, 2023
Andy Davis | Oct 22, 2023 | Sanctification, Righteousness of God, Heaven

Mark 12:29-30

Jesus came to heal our sin-sick hearts. The essence of our salvation is perfect righteousness and, ultimately, perfect obedience to the two great commandments.


The Two Great Commandments and Our Great Salvation (Mark Sermon 63)

Oct 08, 2023
Andy Davis | Oct 08, 2023 | Sanctification, The Law of God, Glorification, Justification

Mark 12:28-34

The Two Great Commandments sum up the laws given on Mount Sinai and intersect with every stage of our salvation - justification, sanctification, and glorification.


Shame and the Gospel (Mark Sermon 41)

Feb 12, 2023
Andy Davis | Feb 12, 2023 | Sanctification, Indwelling Sin

Mark 8:38

When we sin, we should feel a burning sense of shame that keeps us from sinning again, at the same time, we should never feel ashamed of the Gospel.


Healed in Stages to See More Clearly (Mark Sermon 37)

Jan 15, 2023
Andy Davis | Jan 15, 2023 | Sanctification, Justification

Mark 8:22-26

A two-step miracle of healing by Jesus gives us a picture of how our salvation also happens in stages.


Consider Carefully How You Listen to the Lord (Mark Sermon 18)

May 29, 2022
Andy Davis | May 29, 2022 | Sanctification, Abiding in Christ

Mark 4:21-25

Pastor Andy Davis preaches on Mark 4:21-25 and the fact that people's eternal destiny hangs on how they hear God's word.


Patience in Suffering (James Sermon 11)

Mar 22, 2020
Andy Davis | Mar 22, 2020 | Sanctification, War Against the Flesh, Fruit of the Spirit, Prayer, Kindness of God, Holiness, Providence and Sovereignty of God

James 5:7-12

Andy Davis preaches a verse by verse expository sermon on James 5:7-12. The main subject of the sermon is how Christians can faithfully and patiently endure suffering.


The Nature and Fruits of True Repentance (James Sermon 8)

Mar 01, 2020
Andy Davis | Mar 01, 2020 | The Gospel, Sanctification, The Holy Spirit, Faith, Grace, Prayer, Scripture Memory, Holiness, Boldness & Courage, Humility, Good Works, Forgiveness

James 4:1-12

Andy Davis preaches a verse by verse expository sermon on James 4:1-12. The main subject of the sermon is our need to repent and the grace God gives to those who do repent.


Why Christians Must Tame the Tongue (James Sermon 6)

Feb 16, 2020
Andy Davis | Feb 16, 2020 | Sanctification, War Against the Flesh, Holiness, Good Works, Indwelling Sin

James 3:1-12

Andy Davis preaches a verse by verse expository sermon on James 3:1-12. The main subject of the sermon is the spiritual significance of every word we speak.


How Justified Sinners Display Saving Faith (James Sermon 5)

Feb 09, 2020
Andy Davis | Feb 09, 2020 | Conversion, Sanctification, Walk by Faith, Holiness, Good Works

James 2:14-26

Andy Davis preaches a verse by verse expository sermon on James 2:14-26. The main subject of the sermon is justification by faith and the proof of genuine faith.


Don't Show Favoritism (James Sermon 4)

Feb 02, 2020
Andy Davis | Feb 02, 2020 | Sanctification, Holiness, Money and Possessions, Humility, Good Works, Hospitality

James 2:1-13

Andy Davis preaches a verse by verse expository sermon on James 2:1-13. The main subject of the sermon is the wickedness of the sin of favoritism.


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1 Corinthians Episode 5: Courageous Stewards of the Gospel

Mar 08, 2023
Andy Davis | Mar 08, 2023 | Sanctification, Warnings, Two Ways to Live

1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Paul warns the prideful Corinthian congregation (and us) to stop desiring the world’s comforts and praise and to imitate him in suffering for the gospel.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.22: Action - Work

Oct 12, 2020
Andy Davis | Oct 12, 2020 | Sanctification, Glory of God

Andy Davis answers the question what is Christian spiritual maturity? In this episode, Andy argues that a spiritually mature man or woman has a habit of diligent labor for the glory of God.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.21: Action - Stewardship

Oct 05, 2020
Andy Davis | Oct 05, 2020 | Sanctification

Andy Davis answers the question what is Christian spiritual maturity? In this episode, Andy argues that a spiritually mature man or woman has a track record of faithful stewardship of money and generosity to others.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.19: Action - Ministry

Sep 21, 2020
Andy Davis | Sep 21, 2020 | Sanctification

In this podcast, Andy Davis answers the question, "What is Christian spiritual maturity?" This episode focuses on using spiritual gifts to build up the church.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.18: Action - Family Relationships

Sep 14, 2020
Andy Davis | Sep 14, 2020 | Sanctification

In this podcast, Andy answers the question, "What is spiritual maturity?" In this episode, Andy explains the importance of family relationships in the life of a spiritually mature Christian.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.17: Action - Spiritual Disciplines

Sep 07, 2020
Andy Davis | Sep 07, 2020 | Sanctification

In this podcast, Andy Davis answers the question, "What is spiritual maturity?" In this episode, Andy explains the importance of spiritual disciplines in the life of a spiritually mature Christian. For a more comprehensive study of the topic...


Sanctification Monday, Ch.16: Action - Worship

Aug 31, 2020
Andy Davis | Aug 31, 2020 | Sanctification

In this podcast, Andy answers the question, "What is spiritual maturity?" In this episode, Andy asserts that a spiritually mature Christian has a consistent habit of personal and corporate worship. For a more comprehensive study of the topic...


Sanctification Monday, Ch.15: Action - Lifestyle

Aug 24, 2020
Andy Davis | Aug 24, 2020 | Sanctification

This podcast answers the question, "What is Christian spiritual maturity?" In this episode, Andy discusses a lifestyle pure from sin in sex, speech, relationships and pleasures.


Sanctification Monday, Ch.14: Action - Habitual Obedience

Aug 17, 2020
Andy Davis | Aug 17, 2020 | Sanctification

This podcast answers the question, what is Christian spiritual maturity? In this episode, Andy discusses the habit of consistently presenting our bodies to God in holy obedience. For a more comprehensive study of the topic of sanctification...


Sanctification Monday, Ch.13: Character - Virtues

Aug 10, 2020
Andy Davis | Aug 10, 2020 | Sanctification

For a more comprehensive study of the topic of sanctification, please see Andy's book "An Infinite Journey: Growing in Christlikeness."


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Class in Titus: Waiting for our Blessed Hope

Mar 07, 2024
Andy Davis | Mar 07, 2024 | Sanctification, Holiness, Pure in Heart

Titus 2:11-15

Paul emphasizes the importance of godliness and warns that neglecting it is to disregard the sacrifice of Christ, who died to sanctify His people.


Action, Part 2: Seven Categories of Christian Works

Feb 25, 2024
Andy Davis | Feb 25, 2024 | Sanctification, Stewardship, Good Works

The essence of Christian works can be described in seven dimensions: worship, spiritual disciplines, family dynamics, ministry involvement, mission, stewardship, and work ethics.


Action, Part 1: Habitual Obedience, Presenting the Body, Dealing with Sin

Feb 18, 2024
Andy Davis | Feb 18, 2024 | Sanctification, Good Works, Indwelling Sin

Christians will not be saved by their works but will be judged by them. God desires to see good works lived out and, by the Spirit, with full obedience to all His commands.


Knowledge: Factual and Experiential

Jan 21, 2024
Andy Davis | Jan 21, 2024 | Sanctification, Internal Journey, Two Journeys

Factual information gained by Scripture and experiential information gained by living are both foundational to the sanctification process.


Sanctification: An Infinite Journey

Jan 14, 2024
Andy Davis | Jan 14, 2024 | Sanctification, Two Journeys

Luke 24:46-47

For every Christian, God set two infinite journeys: the external journey of spreading the Gospel worldwide and the internal journey of moving from sin to perfection in Christ.


Class in Romans: Of the Mortification of Sin in Believers

Apr 26, 2023
Andy Davis | Apr 26, 2023 | Sanctification, Mortification

Romans 8:13

Pastor Andy Davis refers to John Owen's work to explain the connection between mortifying the deeds of the body and living in Romans 8:13.


Class in Romans: Romans 8 Overview, Pt. 2

Apr 19, 2023
Andy Davis | Apr 19, 2023 | Sanctification, Two Ways to Live

Romans 8:1-39

In chapter 8 of the Book of Romans, the main topic is the power of indwelling sin and the final triumph for those in Christ.


Class in Romans: Romans 8 Overview, Pt. 1

Apr 12, 2023
Andy Davis | Apr 12, 2023 | Sanctification, Two Ways to Live

Romans 8:1-39

In chapter 8 of the Book of Romans, the main topic is the power of indwelling sin and the final triumph for those in Christ.


Class in Romans: The Terrible Power of Sin

Mar 22, 2023
Andy Davis | Mar 22, 2023 | Sanctification, The Law of God, The Power of Sin

Romans 7:1-25

There is nothing wrong with the Law; that’s not why we do not bear fruit for God. The problem is within us.


Class in Romans: The Law Cannot Sanctify

Mar 15, 2023
Andy Davis | Mar 15, 2023 | Sanctification, The Law of God

Romans 7:1-12

In this class, Pastor Andy Davis explains, based on Romans 7, that it is as impossible to be sanctified by Law as it was to be justified by Law.


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Mature in Faith's Spiritual Vision

Feb 27, 2024
Andy Davis | Feb 27, 2024 | Sanctification, Walk by Faith

Hebrews 11:27

How do Christians see the invisible?


Maturing Christians Develop in Knowledge of the Bible

Feb 13, 2024
Andy Davis | Feb 13, 2024 | Sanctification, Scripture Memory, The Word of God

Ephesians 4:12-13

What kind of city are you building in your mind?


Jesus, the Lord of Every Decision

Jan 23, 2024
Andy Davis | Jan 23, 2024 | Sanctification, Resurrection

Romans 14:7-9

What does the Lordship of Christ have to do with my daily life?


How Doubt and Immaturity Are Similar

Sep 05, 2023
Andy Davis | Sep 05, 2023 | Sanctification

Ephesians 4:13-15

How are spiritual immaturity and doubt similar?


Entrusted to the Gospel

Jan 10, 2023
Andy Davis | Jan 10, 2023 | Sanctification

Romans 6:17

How have Christians been entrusted to the gospel?


12 Ways to Put Sin to Death

Mar 15, 2022
Andy Davis | Mar 15, 2022 | Sanctification, Life in the Spirit, Indwelling Sin

Colossians 3:5

Learn practical strategies to conquer sin.


A City of Truth Erected, One Brick at a Time

Mar 08, 2022
Andy Davis | Mar 08, 2022 | Sanctification, The Word of God

Matthew 7:24

How to build a biblical worldview?


The Downward Journey of Sanctification

Nov 10, 2020
Andy Davis | Nov 10, 2020 | Sanctification, Humility

Psalms 30:11

Since you have been a Christian, have you become more and more aware of your sinfulness? Andy explains this process by looking at David's internal journey of sanctification as seen in Psalm 30:11.


The Otherworldly Power of the Cross

Sep 15, 2020
Andy Davis | Sep 15, 2020 | Alive in Christ, Sanctification

Galatians 6:14

Is there sin in your life that you are cognizant of, repent of, yet cannot overcome? Look to the cross. No really, look to the cross! It is the otherworldly power to destroy sin in your life.


Everything I Have…Gladly

Jun 02, 2020
Andy Davis | Jun 02, 2020 | Sanctification, Life in the Spirit

2 Corinthians 12:15

So I will very gladly spend for you everything I have and expend myself as well...- 2 Corinthians 12:15 I am challenged to the core of my being by this statement of Paul to the church at Corinth. It shows so much of his heart, and how much he...


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Class 1 - Salvation Comes in Stages

Mar 04, 2018
Andy Davis | Mar 04, 2018 | Sanctification