Episodes
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Providence: Not Just Coincidences - Rev. Joel Glenn
There are moments when something so unlikely and unexpected, and yet so wonderful, occurs, that we cannot help but see is as the hand of God at work in the world. But if God intervenes so forcefully in the world sometimes, it serves to highlight the many times when He does not (apparently)...
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Breaking the Drought - Rev. Grant Odhner
"It shall be that if you earnestly obey My commandments which I command you today, to love the Lord your God and serve Him with all your heart and with all your soul, then I will give you rain for your land in its season." Deuteronomy 11:11-14. Lessons: 1 Kings 18 parts; AC 10299:2 By Rev. Grant...
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The Bright and Clear State of Hope - Rev. George McCurdy
Lessons: John 8: 28-36; Isaiah 53: 1-10; Arcana Coelestia 761, 1088, 2338, 6574, 8159, 8165 By Rev. George McCurdy Recorded in Boynton Beach, FL on January 20th, 2013. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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The Secret of Success - Rev. Stephen Cole
Joseph was a favored son, but his brothers hated him. Joseph was a visionary, but it got him into trouble. Joseph had confidence, but he still got put in prison. So how did Joseph find the path to success? Lessons: Genesis 39; Apocalypse Explained 355:27; Arcana Coelestia 7762 By Rev. Stephen…
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Confidence in the Lord - Rev. Matthew Genzlinger
Lessons: Daniel 6:10-23, Divine Providence 268-275 By Rev. Matthew Genzlinger Recorded in Kempton, PA on September 12th, 2021. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Waiting on the Lord - Rev. Coleman Glenn
Many of us understand that spiritual growth is a long, slow process, and that change doesn't happen overnight. But sometimes it seems like we're not moving at all, and sometimes it even seems like we are moving backwards. How can we find the trust and strength to continue waiting for the Lord…
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Cast Our Burdens on the Lord - Rev. Derrick Lumsden
Lessons: Matthew 11:20-30, Isaiah 53 (parts), Arcana Coelestia 905 By Rev. Derrick Lumsden Recorded in Kempton, PA on March 13th, 2022. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Armed with Truth - Rev. Ryan Sandstrom
What the Lord does to empower us now and experience heaven now. Lessons: Luke 22:35-38; Arcana Coelestia 9088, 10026 By Rev. Ryan Sandstrom Recorded in Ivyland, PA on September 26th, 2010 . For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Walking Humble with Our God - Rev. Kurt Horigan Asplundh
Lessons: Psalm 86:1-10, Matthew 18:1-10, CL 444 By Rev. Kurt Horigan Asplundh Recorded in the Bryn Athyn Cathedral on October 1, 1995. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Worshiping with the Heart - By Rev. Pearse Frazier
A sermon about what it means to worship with the heart. Lessons: Psalm 100, John 4:19-26, Arcana Coelestia 1618, Prophets and Psalms 350. By Rev. Pearse Frazier Recorded in Atlanta, GA on November 18, 2018. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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What inspires Kindness - Rev. Jeremy Simons
This sermon addresses the question of where kindness comes from and what motivates it in us. Lessons: Genesis 24:14-19; True Christianity (TCR) 439, 440. By Rev. Jeremy Simons Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on February 14th, 2021. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Doing the Right Thing, Prudence - Rev. Dr. Andrew Dibb
"One's own prudence is not real and only appears to be, and also ought to so appear; but Divine Providence, owing to its presence in the least particulars, is Universal." (Divine Providence 191) How do we make the right choices in Life? What happens if we make mistakes? How does the Lord help us…
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Seeking Truth, Discovering Falsity - Rev. Scott Frazier
"Jehovah will give it into the hand of the king." (1 Kings 22:12) Enlightenment is a vital element to understanding the Word. The story of Micah's prophecies shows us what happens when we try to understand the internal sense. How do we know we aren't just seeing what we want to see? What does it...
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Prayer - By Rev. Walter Orthwein
Lessons: Psalm 122, Matthew 6:5-15, Arcana Coelestia (AC) 2535 By Rev. Walter Orthwein Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on October 28th 2001. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Healing Miracles - By Kurt H. Asplundh
Lessons: Matthew 9:18-33, Portions of: Sacred Scripture 50, AC 3980, DLW 333, DP 320 By Rev. Kurt Hy Asplundh Recorded at Pendleton Hall, in Bryn Athyn, PA on March 6th, 1994. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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If We Are Reborn, What Changes? - By Rev. Daniel Goodenough
Lessons: John 3:1-15, True Christianity (TCR) 523:2 & 580 By Rev. Daniel Goodenough Recorded at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral on January 10th, 1999. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Be Strong and Very Courageous - Rev. Dr. Thane Glenn
What the Lord called Joshua and the Israelites to focus on as they prepared to go to war might have surprised them. What can we learn about how to face challenges in our lives? Lessons: Joshua 1:1-9; Arcana Coelestia 901; John 16:31-33 By. Rev. Dr. Thane Glenn Recorded at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral...
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Celebrating Self - By Rev. Frank Rose
Lessons: Psalm 139, Luke 12, TCR 394, 395 By Rev. Frank Rose Recorded in Tucson, AZ on March 24th, 1985. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Law, Grace and Mercy - By Rev. Prescott Rogers
Lessons: Exodus 24, John 1:1-18, Arcana Coelestia (AC) 981:2 By Rev. Prescott Rogers Recorded at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral on May 9th, 1999. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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The Child Who Ruled with a Rod of Iron - By Rev. James Cooper
The Hebrew word for "dragon" is translated in different ways when it is used in different parts of the Old and New Testaments. Sometimes its a "serpent" and in the story of Jonah its a "great fish." In this sermon we'll be looking at some of these stories to see the different way the "dragon"…
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Letting Love Be Our Spiritual Clothing - Rev. Jared Buss
"Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a garland of twelve stars" (Revelation 12:1) Lessons: Revelation 12:1-9; Apocalypse Explained (AE) 707; Heavenly Secrets (AC) 5248:1 By Rev. Jared Buss Recorded in Bryn Athyn, PA on...
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Divine Inquiry into Sadness - Rev. Don Rose
Lessons: 1 Samuel 1:8-17, AC 1931,2692-2693 Text: Genesis 40:6 By Rev. Don Rose Recorded at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral on March 6th, 2005. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Dealing with Anger - Rev. Ethan McCardell
Learning the meaning of the Lord's words to , "Cease from anger and forsake wrath." What are we supposed to do when anger rises up in us? How do we tell the difference between anger and zeal? By Rev. Ethan McCardell Recorded in Sarver, PA on July 22nd, 2007. For more recordings, visit...
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Keeping the Jar Full - Rev. Steven Gunther
We all go through seasons of life where we search for meaning and guidance. We can picture the kind of life we want, but we aren't sure how to get there. When Elijah is sent to visit a widow in 1 Kings 17, he asks her for something that she isn't sure she can give. In their interaction, we find…
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Trusting the Lord - Rev. Kenneth Alden
Intellectual trust grows as we learn revealed truth and recognize it rationally, but it becomes real trust when it enters our will by living by it. Readings: 1 Samuel 8:1-10, 19-22, Psalm 37:1-17,37-40; Arcana Coelestia 8478:3-4., parts. By Rev. Kenneth Alden Recorded at Boynton Beach, FL on…
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Peace - Rev. Alfred Acton II
Lessons: John 16: 17-33, HH 284-286. Text: Psalm 122: 6, 7 By Rev. Alfred Acton II Recorded in Bryn Athyn, PA at Pendleton Hall on March 18th, 1990. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org.
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Aiming for Heaven - Rev. Brian Smith
How much fun is it to aim for ideals in a cynical time? Drawing on the Jacob story we will explore the tension of working practically at a lower level while still holding the highest goals of heaven in our sight. References include Genesis 29:15-30 & AC 3854. By Rev. Brian Smith Recorded in...
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When is an Evil a Sin - Rev. Williard Heinrichs
Lessons: Matthew 15:portions, AC 6204, TCR 659, Revelation 22:12 By Rev. Williard Heinrichs Recorded in Bryn Athyn, PA on April 1st, 1990. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Goodness Within by Rev. Michael Gladish
Lessons: Exodus 33:12-33, John 12:44-46, Matthew 4:14-16, AC 4925 Text: Exodus 33:19,20 By Rev. Michael Gladish Recorded in Bryn Athyn, PA at Pendleton Hall on February 28th, 1993. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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The Mote and the Beam - Rev. Mark Pendleton
Lessons: 2 Samuel 12:1-7, Matthew 7:1-5, TCR 535 By Rev. Mark Pendleton Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on February 21st, 1999. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Racing to Find the Lord (Easter sermon) - Rev. Erik Buss
Easter Morning Sermon "The Lord's resurrection on the third morning embodies....the truth that He rises daily, indeed every single moment, in the minds of regenerate persons." (Arcana Caelestia 2405:8) References: John 20:1-18; AC 6887; AC 4973:5 By Rev. Erik Buss Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral...
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Can you Recognize the Messiah? - Rev. Malcolm Smith
When Jesus rode into Jerusalem some people recognised Him as the Messiah, other people didn't know who He was, and other people strongly rejected the idea that He was the Messiah. We hope that we would have been among those who saw Him as the Messiah but, a few chapters later, the Lord warns…
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The Joy of Happiness Part 1 - Rev. Mac Frazier
"Start a Happiness Outbreak." By Rev. Mac Frazier Recorded in Mitchellville, MD on April 19th, 2020. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org The Joy of Happiness Part 2 The Joy of Happiness Part 3
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Love Welcomes - Rt. Rev. Peter Buss Jr.
Week 3 in the series "What would love do?" The parable of the Good Samaritan stands as a hallmark story of going above and beyond to care for someone in need. Bishop Buss explores the things the Lord gives us that enable us to help, namely ideas, love and ability. He also considers attitudes and...
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Drop the Distractions - Rev. Todd Beiswenger
Week 2 from a series titled "Journey - Path of Integrity." By Rev. Todd Beiswenger Recorded in Toronto, Ontario on January 11, 2026. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org. Links to other sermons in the Journey - Path of Integrity series: Week 1 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6
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How Do We Use the Word to Guide Ourselves - Rev. Eric Carswell
Lessons: Exodus 18, AC 8701 (portion) Text: Exodus 18:17,18 By Rev. Eric Carswell Recorded in Glenview, IL on March 6th, 1988. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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The Good Treasure of the Heart - Rev. Nathan Gladish
Text: Luke 6:45 By Rev. Nathan Gladish Recorded at Pittsburgh, PA on February 7th 1993. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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The Law of the Pledge - Rt. Rev. Peter Buss Sr.
Lessons: Deuteronomy 24, AC 9213, Isaiah 55 Text: Deuteronomy 24:10 and 11 By Rt. Rev. Peter Buss Sr. Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on August 28th,1994. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Spiritual Hesitation - Rev. David Roth
Lessons: Numbers 13 & 14, TCR 200 By Rev. David Roth Recorded in Boulder, CO on February 18, 1996. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Brothers in Conflict - Rev. Frank Rose
Lessons: Genesis 4:1-11, Matthew 12:46-50, Secrets of Heaven By Rev. Frank Rose Recorded in Tuscon, AZ on November 10th, 2002. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Sins of Omission- Rt. Rev. Brian Keith
Lessons: Luke 10:38-42; Spiritual Experiences 1240-1241 By Rt. Rev. Brian Keith Recorded at Boynton Beach, FL on January 18th, 2009 . For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Temptation - Rt. Rev. Tom Kline
Lessons: Psalm 91, Luke 4, AC 6829, 1690. Text: Luke 4: 1, 2 By Rt. Rev. Tom Kline Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on August 7th, 1994. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Giants in the Land - Rev. Grant Schnarr
By Rev. Grant Schnarr Recorded at Chicago, IL on September 1st, 1987. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Responding to Opportunities for Growth - Rev. Eric Carswell
The beginning of a new year is a time that encourages people to think of the poast year and reflect on the new year beginning. Most of us would acknowledge that the last nearly ten months have been far from easy for many of us. What would the Lord like us to take away from these experiences? How...
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Out of Egypt I Have Called My Son - Rev. Lawson Smith
1st Lesson: Hosea 11: 1; Jeremiah 31: 15-17 2nd Lesson: Matthew 2: 13-23 3rd Lesson: Apocalypse Explained 695: 15; 654: 19 ; Arcana Coelestia 4964: 3 By Rev. Lawson Smith Recorded in Kempton, PA on December 31, 2017. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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Standing in the Presence of God - Rt. Rev. Peter Buss Jr.
The angel Gabriel standing in the presence of God symbolizes his desire to do the Lord's will. Our invitation is to do the same. References: Lessons: Luke 1:18-20, 2:9; 1 Kings 18:15; 2 Kings 5:15-16; Apocalypse Explained (AC) 639; Apocalypse Revealed (AR) 366 Text: Luke 1:19 By Rt. Rev. Peter…
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The Lord's Word Becoming Alive with Us - Rt. Rev. David Lindrooth
Lessons: Isaiah 60:1-22; John 1: 1-14, True Christian Religion (TCR) 774. Text: John 1:14 By Rt Rev. David Lindrooth Recorded at Bryn Athyn Cathedral on 12/12/2021; For more recordings visit, www.newchurchaudio.org
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Jehovah Our God Is One - Rev. Brad Heinrichs
Lessons: John 1, Jeremiah 33, TCR 92 By Rev. Brad Heinrichs Recorded at Boynton Beach, FL on 12/31/2013. For more recordings, visit www.newchurchaudio.org
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This is the Day that the LORD has Made - Rev. Brett Buick
Thanksgiving Service. Readings: Psalm 118, Apocalypse Explained 660.4 By Rev. Brett Buick Recorded at Kempton New Church on November 22, 2018. For more recordings visits www.newchurchaudio.org
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Unintended Consequencences - Rev. Joel Glenn
Intentions matter more than actions. In other words, someone who is good hearted but makes mistakes is better off than someone who is malicious even while doing the right thing. Yet even the most well-intentioned person can cause harm. Their good intentions do not negate the damage they can cause...
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