CorrytonCast

In the first of a two-part message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey reveals what happens when we believe that Jesus is not enough. Colossians 2:8-10 reminds us that in Christ "all the fullness of Deity dwells in bodily form" and that in Him we have been made complete.When Jesus isn't enough, we begin craving experiences. We look for something more. And when we are convinced that what we have is not enough, we can become vulnerable to anything that promises to give us more.But Jesus is not merely a feeling, an experience, or an addition to our lives. Jesus is God. Jesus is who we get. And salvation is having Jesus.For young families, for longtime Christians, and for anyone who has ever wondered whether their faith should feel like something more, this message asks a deeply important question: Are we seeking Jesus—or seeking an experience?Because if Jesus is not enough, then perhaps we do not really have Jesus.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Have you ever felt like God was late?We all have a preferred timeline. We know when we think something should happen, how quickly it should happen, and sometimes even what the outcome should be.But Psalm 31:15 reminds us: "My times are in Your hand."In this message, William Hunt looks at the value of time, the seasons of life, and the perfect timing of God. Even when His timing feels sudden or delayed, nothing is random and nothing surprises Him.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Bible is filled with miracles—but what was their purpose? Do miraculous gifts still exist today? How should Christians evaluate modern claims of healings, prophecy, tongues, and supernatural experiences?In this message from our Systematic Theology series, Dr. Rocky Ramsey revisits the topic of the "sign gifts," taking a careful look at what Scripture actually teaches. Rather than building theology around personal experiences, this study examines God's unchanging nature, the purpose of Biblical miracles, why miraculous signs appeared during key moments of redemptive history, and how believers should discern truth from deception.You'll also discover why the greatest miracle God performs is not merely physical healing, but the transformation of a sinner into a child of God through Jesus Christ.Whether you've wrestled with questions about miracles, healing, tongues, or the supernatural, this Biblical study will challenge you to root your faith in God's Word rather than experiences.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

As we celebrate our nation's birthday, we look beyond fireworks and history books to ask a deeper question: How did Christianity shape the founding of the United States?In this special Independence Day message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explores the influence of Biblical truth on America's founding while reminding us that our greatest hope has never been found in government—but in God.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Why doesn't God take us to Heaven the moment we became Christians?The Bible teaches that every follower of Jesus has been given a purpose. We were created in God's image, redeemed through Christ, and sent into the world as His ambassadors.In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explores God's purpose for every believer and every church. From Genesis to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals that God is restoring His image in us so He can work through us to reach others with the hope of the gospel.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Do miracles still happen? Why were signs and wonders so prominent in certain periods of Scripture? What was the purpose of tongues, healings, and miraculous gifts in the early church?Continuing our series on the Holy Spirit, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines the "sign gifts" and explores the Biblical purpose of miracles. Scripture reveals that God never changes and that He is still able to work supernaturally, but it also shows that miracles served a unique purpose in validating God's messengers and the message of the gospel.In this message, you'll discover why miracles appeared in waves throughout Biblical history, why not everyone in Scripture was healed, why even Satan can counterfeit signs, and how God continues to work miraculously through His provision, healing, circumstances, revelation, and life-changing power.Most importantly, faith is not built upon spectacular experiences. Faith comes through the truth of God's Word."Faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ." — Romans 10:17Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What is faith, really? Is faith simply believing hard enough to get what you want? Does unanswered prayer mean you didn't have enough faith? Can faith change reality—or does it trust the God who created reality?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines Scripture and the example of Abraham to explain how Biblical faith actually works. Faith is not wishful thinking, positive vibes, or denying reality. Biblical faith is choosing to trust what God has said, even when doubts, emotions, and circumstances say otherwise.In this message:• Faith is based on what God says, not what we want.• God's Word is the most powerful force in the universe.• God is limited only by His own nature.• Faith does not deny reality but trusts in a greater reality.• Faith means believing your beliefs and doubting your doubts.• Faith does not always get what we want when we want it.• One proof of what we believe is that we live like we believe it.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Every believer is uniquely shaped by God and gifted by His Spirit. In this message from our series on the Holy Spirit, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches what spiritual gifts are, why God gives them, and how they are meant to serve others rather than ourselves.From Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4, this message explains the different kinds of spiritual gifts and reminds us that God has designed His people to function together as one body. We don't choose our gifts; we discover them. Our gifts are God's gift to us, but our character and effort are our gift back to Him.Whether you are a teacher, servant, leader, encourager, giver, or someone still trying to understand where you fit, this message will help you discover how God has equipped you to make an eternal difference."Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, each of us is to exercise them accordingly..." — Romans 12:6Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

How do you know that you're truly a Christian?Most people point to something they did in the past. But Scripture points to something God is doing in the present.In this second of two messages on Biblical assurance, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines the evidence of genuine salvation found throughout God's Word. Jesus Himself warned that many who think they belong to Him do not truly know Him. So how can a person know?This message explores:• Why assurance is based on God's work, not self-confidence• Why salvation begins with trusting Christ, not ourselves• Why growing obedience matters• Why Christians love and remain connected to God's family• Why believers increasingly feel like strangers in this world• How the Holy Spirit confirms our relationship with God• Why genuine faith believes God's Word and desires His willChristianity is not proven by a memory. It is evidenced by a relationship.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Jesus said, "I am the vine, you are the branches." God never intended the Christian life to be about merely appearing religious. He intended for His people to bear fruit.In this message from Dr. Rocky Ramsey, we continue our study of the Holy Spirit by examining Spiritual Fruit. What kind of fruit does God expect from believers? How does spiritual fruit grow? Is bearing fruit something God does, something we do, or both? And what does fruit reveal about whether our faith is genuine?Scripture teaches that God intends for His people to bear fruit in their works, worship, influence, and character. Eternal fruit isn't manufactured through willpower—it flows from a life connected to Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit.If you've ever wondered what spiritual maturity really looks like, this message points us back to the Vine and reminds us that changed lives are the evidence of living faith."By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples." — John 15:8Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

How do you know that you're really a Christian?Many people point to a prayer they prayed, a decision they made, or an experience they had years ago. But what does the Bible say?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey begins a two-part study examining the biblical evidence of salvation. Drawing heavily from 1 John and the teachings of Jesus, this message explores how believers can evaluate their faith honestly and confidently.Part One covers:• Why thinking you're a Christian doesn't necessarily make you one• What Jesus meant when He warned that many would be deceived about their faith• Why Christians belong to God• Why assurance must be grounded in Scripture, not assumptions• The evidence of recognizing your inability to save yourself• Trusting completely in Christ's work for salvation• Growing obedience as evidence of genuine faithDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

How can you know if the Holy Spirit is truly at work in your life?Many people look for evidence in spiritual experiences, emotional moments, or particular gifts. But Scripture points us somewhere else.Being Spirit-filled is not about having a mystical experience. It is not about chasing emotions. It is not about possessing a particular spiritual gift.It is about God having control.When the Holy Spirit controls our lives:• We develop a deeper hunger for God.• We increasingly become like God in character.• We live for God's purposes rather than our own.The Holy Spirit creates a growing desire to know Christ, obey His Word, reflect His nature, and fulfill His calling.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What if Christianity is not primarily about a moment… but a life?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey reveals what the Bible actually teaches about being Christian—not merely becoming one.Much of modern preaching focuses almost entirely on the moment of salvation, but Jesus consistently emphasized following Him, belonging to Him, and living in relationship with Him.This message explores:• Why every person needs salvation• Why Jesus is the only way to God• Why salvation is a gift of grace, not something earned• Why eternal life is a relationship with God• Why knowing about God is not the same as knowing God• Why many people are deceived about their faith• Why a changed life is the evidence of genuine salvationChristianity is not merely a past prayer, decision, or emotional moment. It is a transformed life lived in surrender to Jesus Christ.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What does a Spirit-filled life actually look like?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains that Spirit-filled living is not about chasing feelings—it is about surrendering control to God and becoming the kind of person Jesus wants us to be.The Bible teaches that living by wisdom is a choice, sin constantly pulls against us like gravity, and God’s will is available to those who genuinely seek Him. To be filled with the Spirit is to live under the control of the Spirit through obedience to God’s Word.This message explains:• What it truly means to be Spirit-filled• Why Spirit-filled living is connected to obedience• The difference between seeking experiences and seeking transformation• How Spirit-filled people speak, think, trust, and live differently• Why dependence on God changes every area of lifeDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What does it actually mean to be saved?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey addresses some of the most common phrases people have heard about salvation—and compares them with what Scripture actually teaches:• Is salvation simply praying a prayer?• Is Christianity just asking Jesus into your heart?• Does belief without surrender define biblical faith?This message explores:• Why salvation is more than a one-time moment• What repentance and following Jesus actually mean• Why Christianity changes not only eternity, but identity and purpose• The difference between merely believing facts and truly following Christ• Why salvation is rooted in trusting what Jesus did—not what we do for HimJesus never merely invited people to repeat words. He called them to follow Him.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Many Christians hear the phrase “filled with the Holy Spirit” and immediately think of emotional experiences, extraordinary manifestations, or something reserved for spiritually elite believers.But in Ephesians 5:18, Paul gives a much more practical picture.“Do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit.”In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains that Paul uses drunkenness as a contrast of control. Alcohol alters behavior, emotions, boldness, speech, generosity, and decision-making. People often use alcohol to gain what they were meant to find in God—confidence, relief, escape, joy, and comfort.While drunkenness wastes life, Holy Spirit-filling leads to flourishing.Being filled with the Spirit enables believers to obey God, maximize opportunities, and fulfill responsibilities in worship, family, and work.Notably, Paul immediately follows Ephesians 5:18 with practical instruction about worship, marriage, parenting, and workplace relationships. This reveals that Spirit-filling is not disconnected from ordinary life—it is the power source for faithful living.The sermon also distinguishes between two important doctrines:• The baptism of the Holy Spirit happens once at the new birth.• The filling of the Holy Spirit is continual and ongoing.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Why should anyone become a Christian?Is there real evidence for God? Can the Bible be trusted? And what does it actually mean to become a Christian?In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey answers some of life’s most foundational questions by exploring the evidence for God, the reliability of Scripture, and the gospel message of Jesus Christ.This message covers:• Why belief in God is reasonable through conscience, creation, and Christ• Why the Bible can be trusted through its longevity, consistency, accuracy, and fulfilled prophecy• Why every person was created by God and for God• Why sin separates humanity from God• How God demonstrated His love through Jesus Christ• What it actually means to become a ChristianChristianity is not simply inherited, assumed, or cultural. It is a personal response to God’s truth, grace, and invitation.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What does it mean to be baptized in the Holy Spirit?For many Christians, this topic can feel confusing, debated, or mysterious. But Scripture gives clear answers.Jesus promised His followers that the Holy Spirit would come. In Acts 1:5, He said, “John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains what the Bible teaches about the baptism of the Holy Spirit and how it relates to salvation, identity, and the Christian life. Scripture teaches:• The Holy Spirit was promised by Jesus• The Spirit indwells every believer• The Holy Spirit is received at the new birth• Every believer is placed into the body of Christ• In Christ, we already possess everything necessary for spiritual life and growthThe Christian life is not about waiting for God to give us more. It is about learning to live from what He has already given. This message brings clarity to a foundational doctrine while reminding believers of who they already are in Christ.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Does God control everything? Is everything that happens God’s will? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains what the Bible actually teaches about God’s sovereignty and answers some of the most biggest questions Christians wrestle with.This message explains:• Why we won’t always understand everything God does or allows• What God’s omnipotence really means• Why God’s sovereignty is often better understood by what He chooses not to do• Why not everything that happens is automatically God’s will• How human choice and evil fit into God’s larger plan• Why suffering exists in a world ruled by a sovereign GodMost importantly, this message points to the promises believers can trust:• Trouble is guaranteed in this life• God promises His presence• God provides strength• God can bring good from evil• Evil will not have the final wordDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Before Jesus ascended to heaven, He made a promise that would change everything: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper… the Spirit of truth.”In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey walks through the arrival of the Holy Spirit in the book of Acts and explains why Pentecost was not just a dramatic moment—it was the beginning of a new era for the Church.Before the Spirit came:• The disciples were promised the Holy Spirit• They were promised power• They were commissioned to be witnesses to the worldThen in Acts 2, the Spirit came. At Pentecost, believers were filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke in languages they had never learned, demonstrating God’s power and confirming His work. The same pattern continued in Samaria, Damascus, Caesarea, and Ephesus. These events were not random repetitions, but strategic demonstrations that the Gospel was for all people. In a racially divided world, God used extraordinary signs to unite Jews, Samaritans, Gentiles, and others into one body through Christ.This message helps clarify what happened at Pentecost, why tongues appeared in Acts, and how the Spirit’s arrival united the early Church. The coming of the Holy Spirit was not just about power—it was about building one people under one Savior.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

In Part Four of this series, Dr. Rocky Ramsey continues teaching how Scripture must be understood accurately and in context. This message tackles several commonly misunderstood teachings related to conflict, suffering, generosity, judgment, and personal responsibility.This message explores:• Why your behavior should be shaped by God, not by the behavior of others• How to avoid bitterness while still maintaining Biblical boundaries• Why believers should avoid unnecessary suffering whenever possible• How character can remain strong even when circumstances cannot change• How money can damage relationships if handled unwisely• Why helping others does not mean enabling irresponsibility• What the Bible actually teaches about discernment and forming opinionsGod’s Word is not calling believers to be passive, bitter, reckless, or naïve. It calls us to wisdom, character, and spiritual maturity.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What does the Holy Spirit actually do?Dr. Rocky Ramsey begins by exploring the many names of the Holy Spirit found in Scripture. These names reveal His relationship to the Father and the Son, His divine nature, and the gifts He provides. From the Spirit of God to the Spirit of Truth and the Spirit of Grace, each name offers insight into who He is.The message then shifts to the central focus: the work of the Holy Spirit. In the world, the Holy Spirit convicts people of sin and brings spiritual life. He opens hearts to truth and initiates the process of salvation.In the believer, the Holy Spirit takes up residence at the moment of conversion. He begins an ongoing work of transformation, producing character marked by love, joy, peace, and other spiritual fruit. He provides comfort in difficulty, guidance in decision-making, and power for living out the Christian life.The Holy Spirit also works within the church. He creates unity among believers, leads authentic worship, and equips individuals with spiritual gifts for ministry.Above all, the Holy Spirit’s ultimate purpose is to glorify Jesus and reveal the truth of God. Everything He does points back to Christ.Understanding the work of the Holy Spirit helps believers recognize that they are not living the Christian life alone. God Himself is actively working in them and through them every day.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Some of the most quoted passages about relationships in the Bible are also some of the most misunderstood.In part three of this series, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches through Ephesians 5:18–6:9 and Colossians 3:16–4:1, showing how these passages are meant to be understood in context.These verses are not about control, domination, or becoming a victim. They describe what relationships look like when people are filled with the Spirit and living out God’s Word.This message explains:• How Spirit-filled people relate to one another through service• Why marriage is built on mutual love, respect, and responsibility• What Biblical parenting and honoring looks like• How faith should shape the way we work and lead• Why every role is ultimately lived out in service to JesusWhen understood correctly, these passages don’t oppress—they bring order, strength, and life to every relationship.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

From the opening pages of Scripture to the words of Jesus, the Bible reveals that the Holy Spirit is the third person of the Godhead, fully equal with the Father and the Son, working in perfect unity and truth.In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches who the Holy Spirit is and what He does in the life of a believer. Jesus called Him the Helper, the Spirit of Truth, the One who would come alongside us and guide us into all truth.If you’ve ever wondered who the Holy Spirit is or how He works in your life, this message will bring clarity and confidence.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Bible is true—but it is often misunderstood.In Part Two of this series, Dr. Rocky Ramsey continues showing why accurately handling God’s Word is essential for both belief and daily living.When Scripture is taken out of context, it can be misapplied in ways that harm rather than help. But when understood correctly, it brings clarity, protection, and direction.This message addresses:• Why we must interpret Scripture accurately, not just literally• Why obedience to God always takes priority over human authority• How the Bible guides us to avoid unnecessary harm and danger• Why no one is called to endure or submit to abuse• How Biblical responsibilities do not cancel out accountability• Why tolerating sin is not the same as showing loveDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Jesus is not just a figure from history—He is alive now and reigning forever.In Revelation, Jesus declares, “I am the Alpha and the Omega… who is and who was and who is to come… I was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore”. That truth changes everything about life, death, and eternity.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Bible is clear, but it is often misunderstood. In this first message of the series, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches the importance of accurately handling the Word of God.Scripture is not meant to be interpreted in isolation or reshaped by personal opinion. Instead, every verse must be understood in light of the whole Bible. When taken out of context, even familiar passages can be misunderstood or misapplied.The message also challenges the idea that following God is simply about belief. Throughout Scripture, the call is not only to trust God, but to obey Him. Repentance—turning from wrong to right—is a consistent theme from Genesis to Revelation.Ultimately, God’s Word stands as the final authority. It is not subject to culture, tradition, or personal preference. Instead, it is the standard by which all things are measured. To handle Scripture rightly is not just an intellectual exercise—it is a call to live differently.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Gospel can be summed up in one staggering truth: Jesus took our placeIn 2 Corinthians 5, we’re given one of the clearest pictures of what Christ accomplished on the cross: “He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.”This message walks through the full story of redemption. Every person has sinned. We were created in God’s image, yet we’ve all fallen short (Ecclesiastes 7:20; Romans 3:23). Sin brings judgment and separation from God (Ezekiel 18:4; Romans 6:23).Jesus willingly stepped in as our substitute. He chose the cross. He bore our sin. He satisfied God’s justice. From the sacrifices of the Old Testament to the Lamb of God in the New Testament, Scripture points to one reality:Jesus died in our place.How do we respond to this? We no longer live for ourselves—but for Him. We are made new. We are reconciled. We are sent as ambassadors to bring others to Christ.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What was Jesus really like when He walked the earth?John tells us that if everything Jesus did were written down, the world itself couldn’t contain the books. That means what we do have in Scripture is only a glimpse—and yet it reveals a Savior unlike anyone who has ever lived.In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explores the amazing and surprising realities of the earthly life of Jesus.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches how the Passover points directly to Jesus Christ and the salvation He provides. The blood of a spotless lamb once protected God’s people from judgment. Today, the blood of Christ offers forgiveness and freedom to all who trust in Him.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Some things in life don’t move when we ask them. Like Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” in 2 Corinthians 12, there are moments when we pray, plead, and believe—and yet the situation remains. But in that tension, God gives a promise that changes everything: “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.”In this second message from Education Pastor William Hunt—we learn how to faithfully navigate the realities we cannot control, fix, or escape. Life is unpredictable, hard seasons are inevitable, but God is unchanging. If you’re walking through something you didn’t choose and can’t change, this message is for you.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Your life is being built—one decision at a time.In this message, Brennan Oaks teaches how wisdom, choices, and influence shape the structure of our lives. Whether you realize it or not, you are constantly building something—and what you build will determine how you stand when storms come.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Some things in life don’t move when we ask them. Like Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” in 2 Corinthians 12, there are moments when we pray, plead, and believe—and yet the situation remains. But in that tension, God gives a promise that changes everything: “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.”In this message, William Hunt explores how to faithfully navigate the realities we cannot control, fix, or escape. Life is unpredictable, hard seasons are inevitable, but God is unchanging. If you’re walking through something you didn’t choose and can’t change, this message is for you.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Did God really say that? What happens when people use God’s name to justify what they want? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains why we must be careful when claiming to speak for God.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

For centuries, God promised a Savior. From the moment sin entered the world in Genesis, Scripture pointed forward to a coming Redeemer—born of a woman, born of a virgin, descended from Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Judah, Jesse, and David.Then came 400 years of silence. No prophets. No new revelation. Just anticipation. But when the time was exactly right, heaven broke the silence. Angels appeared. A virgin conceived. A child was born in Bethlehem.In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey traces the incredible story of the incarnation of Jesus—the moment when the eternal Son of God stepped into human history. From ancient prophecies to the manger in Bethlehem, Scripture reveals that the birth of Jesus was not random—it was the fulfillment of God’s eternal plan.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Have you ever heard someone say, “God told me…”? Sometimes the phrase is sincere. But sometimes it’s used to justify decisions, gain influence, or avoid accountability.In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines the Third Commandment from Exodus 20:7 and explains why misusing God’s name is more serious than we often realize.Scripture warns that people can misuse God’s authority to impress others, gain power, or support their own desires. The Bible also reminds us that our hearts can deceive us and our thinking can be wrong. So how do we know what God is actually saying?The answer begins with the truth that God has already spoken through His Word. Instead of claiming divine authority for our own ideas, believers are called to humbly discern God’s will through Scripture, God’s character, wise counsel, and careful judgment.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Scripture teaches that no one has seen God the Father. He is invisible, immortal, dwelling in unapproachable light. Yet Jesus is the visible expression of the invisible God — the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature.The invisible God has revealed Himself in Christ. When Jesus said, “Before Abraham was born, I AM,” He wasn’t making poetry — He was revealing identity. And that changes everythingDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines God’s position on moral failure through both Old and New Testament passages. From the severe consequences of adultery in Leviticus to the clear New Testament condemnations of sexual immorality, the Biblical standard is consistent: God is holy, and His people — especially His leaders — are called to reflect that holiness.2 Samuel 12:14 reminds us that David’s sin gave God’s enemies a reason to blaspheme. Leadership failure always impacts the witness of the church.The New Testament raises the standard even higher. Elders must be above reproach, faithful in marriage, self-controlled, and respected by outsiders. Teachers incur stricter judgment. To whom much is given, much is required.The sermon also confronts difficult cultural realities: churches sometimes elevate gifting over godliness, misunderstand grace, reject Biblical accountability as legalism, and lose a healthy fear of God.This message calls the church back to reverence, repentance, and Biblical clarity — not to destroy fallen people, but to protect Christ’s name and the integrity of His church.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey walks through Scripture to show us who Jesus is: fully God, co-equal with the Father and the Holy Spirit, eternal, all-knowing, all-powerful—and yet completely submitted to the will of the Father.Jesus Himself said, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to accomplish His work”. That statement reveals not only His identity, but His heart. Through passages from John, Matthew, Luke, and Philippians, this sermon explores:• The divine nature of Christ• His perfect obedience to the Father• What His example teaches us about authority, humility, and serviceDo you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

In the final message of our five-part series on forgiveness, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches from Ephesians 4:32 and other key passages to show what it truly means to forgive others the way God has forgiven us.This message teaches forgiveness as letting go—judicially, psychologically, and relationally—and addresses common misconceptions that keep people stuck in pain, resentment, and spiritual distance from God.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Jesus’ view of Scripture leaves no room for doubt. He affirmed the Bible as prophetic, permanent, purposeful, perfect, and practical. He declared that not the smallest letter would pass away until all was accomplished.Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains that the Bible is both God’s written Word and the revelation of God’s Living Word. Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of Scripture, the source of Scripture, and the subject of Scripture. The written Word reveals who God is, declares God’s truth, leads us to God, and gives life.Scripture is not merely a religious text — it is God’s voice, carrying eternal authority and life-giving power. To honor Jesus is to honor His Word. And to know the Word rightly is to know Christ more deeply.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

God may have forgiven you — but have you forgiven yourself? This message will challenge you to stop living in yesterday’s failures and start walking in today’s grace. It’s time to bury the past and move forward!Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Comparison feels natural, but Scripture warns that it is spiritually dangerous.In this message, William Hunt exposes how comparison undermines contentment, joy, identity, and relationships. When we measure ourselves against others, we adopt a standard God never intended and lose sight of the unique calling He has placed on our lives.Comparison produces pride when we think we’re better and despair when we think we’re not enough. Both pull our eyes away from Christ and distort reality. This sermon calls us to examine our own work, run our own race, and find lasting contentment in God alone.If you struggle with envy, insecurity, or measuring your life against someone else’s, this message offers a better way forward.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Brennan Oaks walks us through God’s definition of goodness — not as an abstract idea, but as a way of life. God calls His people to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with Him.This sermon explores:• Why God alone defines what is good• What it truly means to do justice, not just talk about it• How kindness reflects the heart of God to the world• Why humility is essential to living out justice and mercy• How obedience to God’s design brings life and witnessWatch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

In this sermon, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains what Christians believe about Scripture — not as theory, but as truth that works in the real world. The Bible is not merely inspirational; it is inspired. It is not flawed; it is inerrant. And it is not outdated; it is eternally relevant.God has given us a real Bible that really works in a real world. From the nature of God Himself to the way Scripture is properly interpreted, this message lays a foundation for understanding why the Word of God can be trusted — and how it should be handled with care and humility.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

From the opening words of Scripture, God reveals Himself as more than we might expect. The Hebrew name “Elohim” is plural. God speaks using plural pronouns. The Angel of the Lord appears as God, yet distinct from God. The Spirit of God moves and speaks as one with God. And still, Scripture declares: “The Lord is one.”Dr. Rocky Ramsey walks us through the Old Testament foundations of the Trinity, then into the New Testament where the truth becomes unmistakably clear: the Father is God, Jesus is God, and the Holy Spirit is God — not three gods, but One.But this truth is more than doctrine. It explains reality itself. God exists eternally in perfect unity. Humanity was created to experience that same oneness — with God, with others, and within ourselves. Sin is what fractured that unity, bringing separation and brokenness. The mission of Christ is to restore what was lost.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Last week, we stood in awe of God’s greatness. This week, we go deeper.In Part Two of 'What Is God Like?', Dr. Rocky Ramsey continues unfolding the attributes of God — revealing not just what God is like, but why knowing Him rightly changes everything about how we live, trust, and worship.• God is all-knowing.• God is always present.• God is all-powerful.• God is sovereign.• God is faithful.• God never changes.• God is holy beyond comprehension.These are not abstract theological ideas — they are anchors for anxious hearts, clarity for confused minds, and strength for uncertain futures.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Every person is broken in different ways and degrees. Scripture is clear that all have sinned and continually need grace. But God’s forgiveness is not based on our effort; it is grounded in Christ’s sacrifice. Jesus bore the punishment we deserved, allowing God to remain both just and merciful.Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains that Christ now serves as our defense attorney in heaven, silencing every accusation. When we confess our sin — agreeing that God is right and committing to change — He faithfully forgives and restores fellowship.The message then turns to the breathtaking nature of God’s love. God knows everything about us — every thought, action, and motive — yet loves us fully. Our acceptance before Him rests entirely on Christ’s finished work, not our performance. Though sin can disrupt our fellowship with God, it can never break the relationship secured by Christ.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

A right view of God is the foundation of a right view of life. In this sermon, Dr. Rocky Ramsey leads listeners through Isaiah 40:12–28 to encounter God as Scripture reveals Him — not as human imagination invents Him.The message begins by confronting a common mistake: trying to compare God to created things. Scripture declares God is incomprehensible — unlike anything else in existence (Isaiah 40:18). He is transcendent, exalted above the universe He spoke into being, measuring seas, naming stars, and ruling nations as though they were dust.Pastor Rocky then reveals further attributes: God is infinite, limited by nothing; eternal, existing outside time; self-existent, dependent on no origin; and self-sufficient, needing nothing beyond Himself. Each truth expands our understanding of God’s greatness while humbling human pride.When God is seen rightly, worship becomes deeper, trust becomes steadier, and fear loses its power.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood doctrines in Christianity—especially when abuse is involved. In "Forgiving When Abused," Dr. Rocky Ramsey addresses the deep wounds caused not only by abuse itself, but by the misuse of Scripture that has often followed.This sermon emphasizes that freedom comes through truth—not denial. Dr. Rocky Ramsey identifies seven forms of abuse and confronts how passages on submission, obedience, and authority have been wrongly applied to protect abusers rather than the abused.By comparing misunderstood passages with clarifying Scripture (Isaiah 5:20; Proverbs 17:15), the sermon restores Biblical balance and moral clarity. God does not call evil good, nor does He require victims to endure harm to prove faithfulness.For those who were abused, the message affirms three essential truths: the abuse was not their fault, God did not cause it, and sinful people—not God—were responsible. Scripture acknowledges injustice and suffering, even when the righteous are harmed (Ecclesiastes 8:14).The sermon concludes with a compassionate, Biblical path toward freedom—one that includes acknowledging reality, grieving loss, releasing anger, and discerning whether reconciliation is wise or possible. Forgiveness, as Scripture defines it, is not about protecting abusers but freeing the wounded.Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email [email protected] to submit your questions today.Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/