Sermons by Charles Goodman, Jr. (Page 3)
“Light Overcomes the Darkness”
“Light Overcomes the Darkness” 10-26-25Sermon Theme: When darkness surrounds us — whether in fear, sin, doubt, or evilness — Jesus remains the unconquerable Light. And because He lives in us, we are called to shine, and live right and righteous lives. The light of Jesus cannot be overcome — we are called to carry that light into a dark world.John 1:4-5 NRSVEphesians 5:8 NRSVCharles Goodman, Jr.
“At the Lord’s Table – At the Lord’s Throne”
“At the Lord’s Table – At the Lord’s Throne” 10-5-25Sermon Theme Statement: At the Lord’s Table, the many become one. Across cultures and continents, we are bound together by Christ’s body and blood, reminded that all kneel at the same cross and riseas one people redeemed by Christ. Holy Communion – Celebrating World Communion SundayCharles Goodman, Jr.
“Connected and Powered by God”
“Connected and Powered by God” 9-28-25Theme: “Stay connected to God. He fills you with His love and power, so His love and power can flow through you — so that others maycome to know Him and abide in Him.”Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Focus on Jesus”
“Focus on Jesus” 9-21-25Theme: The main truth of the sermon message in one sentence. “Don’t let the distractions of this world keep you from drawing close to Jesus – always choose the better part: time with Jesus.” Charles Goodman, Jr.
“The Church on Solid Ground”
“The Church on Solid Ground” 9-7-25When a church is rooted in the Word, strengthened by prayer, marked by love, alive in worship and active in mission – it is strong in CHRIST.Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Personal Growth and Church Growth”
“Personal Growth and Church Growth” 8-31-25A Spirit-filled person and Spirit-filled church is marked by learning, loving, worshiping, giving and growing.Acts 2:37-47 NRSVCharles Goodman, Jr.
“Personal Growth & Ministry Growth”
“Personal Growth & Ministry Growth”Theme: Growth: Becoming a ‘Better Christian’, Becoming a ‘Better’ Church2 Peter 1:1-9Charles Goodman Jr.
“Lessons from the Christmas Story”
“Lessons from the Christmas Story” 7-27-25Theme: A closer look at Herod and the Magi. Christmas is proof that God Loves You. Matthew 2Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Lessons from the Christmas Story”
“Lessons from the Christmas Story” 7-20-25Theme: A closer look at Caesar, Joseph, Mary, Jesus, the Shepherds and the Angels.Luke 2:1-20Charles Goodman Jr.
“Honoring Our Earthly Fathers, Honoring Our Heavenly Father”
“Honoring Our Earthly Fathers, Honoring Our Heavenly Father” 6-15-251 Corinthians 16:13-14, Deuteronomy 6:6-7Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Understanding the Lord’s Prayer”
“Understanding the Lord’s Prayer“ 6-29-25The Lord’s Prayer reveals how to live in relationship with God,with others, and with the world around us.Matthew 6:5-14Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Free to Serve: Using Our American Freedoms for God’s Glory”
“Free to Serve: Using Our American Freedoms for God’s Glory” 7-6-25Theme: Learning to honor and serve God and CountryGalations 5:13, Psalm 33:12Charles Goodman, Jr.