Sound Christian Fellowship: Messages for the Home

February 05, 2012 Sermon: How to Pray Like a Righteous Person

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:23:26 GMT

With a special thanks to Jeff Strite, Pastor John discusses six key elements of Elijah's prayer life and how we may imitate him.

January 15, 2012 Sermon: Installing Leaders In a Church

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:22:34 GMT

Pastor Carlson continues last week's discussion about the qualities of a leader in a church.

January 08, 2012 Sermon: Being a Servant / Leader

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:20:28 GMT

Pastor John discusses the qualities of a leader in the church.

January 01, 2012 Sermon: 10 Gems for the New Year

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:12:08 GMT

Pastor Carlson gives us 10 guidelines from Proverbs 3 which will help us walk more closely with God in 2012.

December 25, 2011 Sermon: Merry Christmas

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:06:39 GMT

Pastor Carlson reminds us why the gift of Christ from the Father brings us peace and removes fear. Scripture includes Luke 2:8-14 and Galatians 4:4-5.

December 18, 2011 Sermon: Let's Take a Break

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:29:52 GMT

Pastor John discusses some ideas to remove ourselves from the cares, conflict and commotion of our lives in order to focus on the glory of God.

December 11, 2011 Sermon: The Gentle Art of Being Happy Pt5

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:28:10 GMT

Pastor Carlson concludes the Gentle Art of Being Happy series.

December 04, 2011 Sermon: The Gentle Art of Being Happy Pt4

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:18:34 GMT

Pastor Carlson continues the Gentle Art of Being Happy series.

November 27, 2011 Sermon: The Gentle Art of Being Happy Pt3

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:16:54 GMT

Pastor Carlson continues the Gentle Art of Being Happy series.

November 20, 2011 Sermon: The Gentle Art of Being Happy Pt 2

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 02:11:31 GMT

Pastor Carlson continues the Gentle Art of Being Happy series with a focus on thankfulness.

November 13, 2011 Sermon: The Gentle Art of Being Happy Pt 1

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:17:04 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses Philippians 4:8 and how our thought life impacts our feelings, passions and desires.

October 30, 2011 Sermon: What to do with October 31

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:36:48 GMT

Pastor Carlson digs deeper into the hidden spiritual implications of celebrating Holloween and how we can counter the darkness as a light to the world.

October 23, 2011 Sermon: Giving - Beyond the Math part 2

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:33:37 GMT

Pastor Carlson provides an insightful look into the value of finding our calling and how the Lord uses it to further His kingdom.

October 16, 2011 Sermon: Giving - Beyond the Math part 1

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:32:40 GMT

Pastor Carlson provides an insightful look into the value of finding our calling and how the Lord uses it to further His kingdom.

October 9, 2011 Sermon: How to Study the Bible

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:30:08 GMT

Pastor John discusses a few guiding principles to help us accurately and spiritually discern the lessons for our lives in Word of God.

October 2, 2011 Sermon: What are Holy Habits: Spiritual Disciplines

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 04:02:09 GMT

Pastor Carlson begins a discussion about the use of spiritual disciplines to help us train and shape our spiritual formation in Christ.

September 25, 2011 Sermon: Prayer And Fasting

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:30:52 GMT

In part two a two-part series, Pastor John focuses on praying in a way in which God finds pleasing, aligning our faith and words to His goodness and provision.

September 18, 2011 Sermon: Prayer And Fasting

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:28:01 GMT

In the first of a two-part series, Pastor John focuses on fasting as a means for realigning our hearts to God's heart and recognizing our need for Christ as the bread of life.

September 11, 2011 Sermon: A Time to Remember

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:57:54 GMT

On this anniversary of September 11th, 2001, Pastor Carlson asks why it's important to remember and why God transforms us.

September 04, 2011 Sermon: The Mercy of God Behind the Commandments

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:50:20 GMT

Pastor John looks looks at God's heart and His intentions behind the Ten Commandments, found in Exodus 20.

August 28, 2011 Sermon: Sin

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:16:17 GMT

Pastor Carlson looks at ways for us to step into the role of born-again creations, acknowledging that Christ alone defeated sin, and how we need to rely on Him to do the same in us.

August 21, 2011 Sermon: Why We Worship

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:22:53 GMT

This week, Pastor Carlson discusses the role of the church in today's society - not to compete with this world, but to offer a home to those who realize their need of God.

August 14, 2011 Sermon: Humility Versus Everything Else

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:22:53 GMT

Pastor Carlson provides insights into the the substance God has designed into our lives - dignity over vanity; substance over style.

August 07, 2011 Sermon: Optimism - I'm a Little Pessimistic About It

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:15:33 GMT

Based on Philippians 1:3-12, Pastor John Carlson provides a few key insights into living a grateful life that honors the past and builds for the future.

July 31, 2011 Sermon: Transformation: "All Things Work Together for the Good"

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:37:12 GMT

Using scriptural examples from John 16:33, Romans 8:28 and Poverbs 13:15, Pastor Carlson discusses how God uses even our lowest moments to build us up stronger than before and glorify His Name.

July 24, 2011 Sermon: The Kingdom of God - The Marks of Citizenship

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 04:50:17 GMT

Pastor Carlson explains how the beatitudes of Matthew 5 have a direct corelation to the characteristics of Christ.

July 17, 2011 Sermon: It's OK - You Can Talk To Yourself

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:49:10 GMT

Pastor John discusses God's favor for us and how we may find God at the end of ourselves.

July 10, 2011 Sermon: Focus!

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:40:06 GMT

Guest speaker and worship minister Jon McQuade describes the focus required to recenter our lives on God by eliminating pridefulness.

July 03, 2011 Sermon: The Key to a Great Life and a Great Nation

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:09:35 GMT

Pastor Carlson relates the the standard and authority of righeousness that God imparts on a nation that loves Him and also the reprocussions of a sinful people who turn away.

June 26, 2011 Sermon: The Best is Yet to Come

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 04:47:05 GMT

Completing a series on the Book of Ruth, Pastor John recaps what we've learned so far and gives further encouragement about the faithful relationship we have in Christ and God the Father.

June 19, 2011 Sermon: Joseph - A Man Chosen By God

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 04:21:59 GMT

On this Father's Day, Pastor John takes examines Joseph, surragate father of Jesus. We take a look at his love towards Mary and Jesus, his faith towards God, and his duty and wisdom as a godly husband and father.

June 12, 2011 Sermon: Jesus is Our Redeemer

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 05:25:11 GMT

In part three of a series on the book of Ruth, Pastor Carlson looks at the third chapter, reflecting on the likeness of Boaz to the character of Jesus.

June 5, 2011 Sermon: Finding God at the End of Myself Message 2

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 21:53:34 GMT

In part two of a new series, Pastor Carlson looks at the second chapter of Ruth, reflecting on the kindness of Boaz and his likeness to God's character.

May 22, 2011 Sermon: Finding God at the End of Myself

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 25 May 2011 04:47:43 GMT

In the beginning of a new series, Pastor Carlson looks at the first chapter of Ruth to examine what it means to die to ourselves in order to live a life pleasing to God.

May 15, 2011 Sermon: God Works With Ordinary People

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 25 May 2011 04:41:38 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the faith of a man with a crippled hand and how Christ was able to use him, even to glorify God.

May 08, 2011 Sermon: The Faith of Mothers

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 12 May 2011 03:36:50 GMT

On this Mother's Day, Pastor Carlson focuses on the mothers of Samuel, Moses and Jacob.

May 01, 2011 Sermon: Communnion Sunday - the Link to Passover

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 12 May 2011 03:32:10 GMT

Pastor John discusses the link between the wine and bread of the Holy Communion and Passover of Exodus.

April 24, 2011 Sermon: Happy Easter

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 01:53:12 GMT

On this Easter Sunday, Pastor Carlson asks us to experience the resurrection as if we were living along with the disciples -- for the first time.

March 13, 2011 Sermon: A Touch Reveals A Lot

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 22:04:48 GMT

Pastor John Carlson provides insight into the relevation of Jesus through the power and understanding in His touch.

March 06, 2011 Sermon: Love's Excess

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 22:04:46 GMT

Pastor Carlson further expands on the discussion of the three servants and their allotted talents from Matthew 25 in order to find what kind of faith and action God approves of.

February 27, 2011 Sermon: Seal of Approval

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 05:10:22 GMT

Pastor Carlson further expands on the discussion of the three servants and their allotted talents from Matthew 25 in order to find what kind of faith and action God approves of.

February 20, 2011 Sermon: 10 Virgins & 3 Servants

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 05:06:53 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the foolishness of 10 virgins and three servants in two parables from Matthew 25.

February 06, 2011 Sermon: From Mediocre Living to Impact Living

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 05:40:43 GMT

Pastor Carlson uses the lives of the Prophet Daniel and Judge William Bontreger to provide insight on what it takes to take a stand and live a life that impacts our world for Christ.

January 30, 2011 Sermon: Prayer with the Right Attitude

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:41:23 GMT

Pastor Carlson describes how to give thanks in your current circumstances, giving the proper respect for God in prayer.

January 23, 2011 Sermon: Prayer that Handles Problems

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:36:37 GMT

Pastor Carlson details how God's people in 2 Chronicles 20 used the power of prayer and reliance on Yaweh to overcome seamingly insurmountable odds.

January 16, 2011 Sermon: Prayer that Changes Lives

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 04:09:26 GMT

Using Colossians 1:9-14 as a template for our prayers, Pastor Carlson provies insights into prayer that will impact both our personal walk with Christ and the culture around us.

January 9, 2011 Sermon: A New Year, A Fresh Start Part 2

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 04:05:34 GMT

On Part 2 of this series after New Year's, pastor John Carlson provides practical ways to involve God and His Son in your life.

January 2, 2011 Sermon: A New Year, A Fresh Start Part 1

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:12:51 GMT

On this day after New Year's, pastor John Carlson provides practical ways to involve God and His Son in your life.

December 26, 2010 Sermon: The Meaning of Christmas

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:08:16 GMT

Pastor Carlson provides insights from Isaiah 50 and Ezekiel 34 on discerning what the gift of Christ means to our lives.

December 19, 2010 Sermon: God Is With Us

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:05:57 GMT

Pastor Carlson points to passages from Luke and Zephaniah to provide insight into God's plan to be at our side and involved in our lives.

December 12, 2010 Sermon: You Can Stay in My Room & I'll Sleep in the Shed

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:03:23 GMT

Pastor Carlson provides Biblical examples of God's hospitality through passages in Luke chapter 2.

December 5, 2010 Sermon: God Speaks Your Language

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 03:07:10 GMT

Using the example of the three wise men, Pastor Carlson discusses how the God of the Universe wants to intimately guide and direct our actions through ways that He has uniquely designed for us.

November 14, 2010 Sermon: Having Confidence Before God

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 04:42:26 GMT

Pastor John Carlson provides real-world examples of how our faith has accomplished much, by the hand and answered prayers of a loving God.

November 7, 2010 Sermon: Winning the Battle

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 04:37:51 GMT

Pastor Carlson reflects on Veterans' Day using Psalm 40 and 27.

October 31, 2010 Sermon: Taking the Fear Out of Halloween

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 05:40:57 GMT

On this Halloween, Pastor Carlson discusses the reality of God in contrast to the mythos of ghosts, goblins and the boogeyman.

October 17, 2010 Sermon: Forgiveness and the Cross

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 05:38:19 GMT

Pastor John exhorts SCF members on the importance of forgiving others in light of the forgiveness that God has show us at the cross.

October 10, 2010 Sermon: Authentic Worship - The Beauty of Self Denial

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 02:36:32 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the qualities and sacrifices necessary for authentic worship to the God of the Bible.

September 26, 2010 Sermon: God's Sustaining Grace

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:20:23 GMT

Pastor John Carlson discusses the powerful and sustaining work of God's grace, and how it impacts and nourishes our lives.

September 19, 2010 Sermon: Brotherly Love vs. Living at Arms Length

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:17:06 GMT

Pastor Carlson uses Romans 12:13-15 as a backdrop for discussing God's view of fellowship.

September 12, 2010 Sermon: PUSH: Pray Until Something Happens

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 03:11:18 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses Daniel's ability to persistently pray to God through difficult times. Using the acronym PUSH, we learn about the power of tihs persistence and how God hears our prayers.

September 05, 2010 Sermon: Great Faith

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:33:46 GMT

Pastor John Carlson discusses Matthew 15:21-28, and the Syrophoenician woman, whose faith was able to reach past her cultural and religious and boundaries and humble herself before Christ.

August 29, 2010 Sermon: The Secret of All Christian Victory

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:30:00 GMT

As an example of how we overcome with the help of Christ, Pastor Carlson discusses Peter's decision to come to Jesus on the water during the storm.

August 22, 2010 Sermon: Generous God, Generous Son

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:25:11 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the abundant generosity displayed by God through Jesus, using the miracle of the loaves and fish.

August 8, 2010 Sermon: Under the Radar

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 03:31:09 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses what must be done to prevent Satan from gaining the foothold which causes us to fall back on our old sinful nature.

August 1, 2010 Sermon: Surrender, Service, Rest and Humility

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 03:25:48 GMT

Exhorting the yoke under Christ, Pastor John unpacks Matthew 11:29 to describe what it is like to serve under the loving authority of Jesus.

July 25, 2010 Sermon: Jesus is Unique

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 03:22:01 GMT

Pastor Carlson uses examples in scripture to discuss how, even in his humanity, Jesus displayed the unique character of God.

July 18, 2010 Sermon: Because God is Generous

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:20:27 GMT

Continuing a series on the generosity of God, Pastor John Carlson provides useful methods of giving back our time, talent and treasure to God.

July 11, 2010 Sermon: Like Father, Like Son - Be Generous

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:15:03 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses how to be immitators of God from the perspective of his generosity.

July 4, 2010 Sermon: Happy Fourth of July

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:11:29 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the cornerstone of our republic under the context of Galations 5:1.

June 27, 2010 Sermon: Giving Generously to All

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:20:53 GMT

Using James 1:5 as a model, Pastor Carlson provides additional wisdom and encouragement on seeking God's wisdom, through the lense of the Prodigal Son's father's generosity.

June 20, 2010 Sermon: The Blessing

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:16:30 GMT

This Father's Day, Pastor John Carlson discusses the history of the blessing of Isaac upon Jacob, from Genesis 27.

June 13, 2010 Sermon: First Things First

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:10:16 GMT

Pastor Carlson discusses the priorities of our life -- that we must put God first in order for other priorities to fall into place -- to establish order in our lives.

June 6, 2010 Sermon: The Generous God

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:07:16 GMT

Pastor Carlson continues a series on how to build a spirit of generosity using Matthew 20:1-16 as a model.

May 30, 2010 Sermon: Remembering the Cost of Freedom

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:02:22 GMT

On this Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Carlson reflects on the sacrifices that American men and women have given for freedoms.

May 16, 2010 Sermon: Developing a Generous Spirit

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:57:12 GMT

Pastor Carlson begins a series on how to build a spirit of generosity using Biblical models.

May 09, 2010 Sermon: Happy Mother's Day

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:44:45 GMT

Using Mary, the mother of Jesus, as an example in Luke 1:34-38, Pastor Carlson discusses what makes a godly woman and mother.

May 02, 2010 Sermon: What's Next... On Your Spiritual Journey?

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:41:05 GMT

Pastor John provides helpful tips for keeping the fire of God's purpose for our lives burning bright, with a central theme of Revelation 2:2-5a.

April 25, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life - What Have We Learned

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:37:35 GMT

Pastor Carlson reviews our 40 Days of Purpose study with a central theme of Deuteronomy 11:2.

April 11, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life Part 5

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:34:29 GMT

Part 5 of our Purpose Driven Life study centers on Romans Ephesians 2:20 and how we are develop our ministry to serve other believers.

April 04, 2010 Sermon: He is Risen

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:42:04 GMT

On this Easter, Pastor John asks us to put ourselves in the shoes of the disciples, just as if we were there, to understand what they went through.

March 28, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life Part 4

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:06:37 GMT

Part 4 of our Purpose Driven Life study centers on Romans 8:29 and how we are created to become like Christ.

March 21, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life Part 3

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:42:28 GMT

Part 3 of our Purpose Driven Life study centers on Ephesians 1:5 and how we are formed for God's family.

March 14, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life Part 2

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:55:52 GMT

Part 2 of our Purpose Driven Life study centers on Romans 12:1 and how we are planned for God's pleasure.

March 07, 2010 Sermon: Purpose Driven Life Part 1

info@soundchristian.org (Sound Christian Fellowship) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:20:05 GMT

"What on Earth Am I Here For?" with focus on Ephesians 1:4