Bethel Community Church - Sermons: Dave Stough

Acts 21:26-23:10 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Acts 21:26-23:10 | Dave Stough

Series: Acts (2025-2026)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th February 2026

Passages:

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This sermon examines the journey of the Apostle Paul from Ephesus to Jerusalem, exploring his commitment to preaching the gospel despite warnings of suffering. It highlights the tension between tradition and faith, revealing Paul's willingness to endure persecution for the sake of Christ and the power of the gospel. The message emphasizes God's sovereignty in the face of suffering, encouraging believers to trust in His goodness and authority throughout their trials.

Acts 10 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Acts 10 | Dave Stough

Series: Acts (2025-2026)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th November 2025

Passage: Acts 10:1-48

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This sermon explores Acts 10, where Cornelius, a Gentile, receives the Gospel through Peter. It highlights the separation of Jews and Gentiles, God's call to restore sinners, and the role of the Holy Spirit in giving life. The message emphasizes how God actively works to bring individuals to faith, regardless of their background, and encourages listeners to be open to new revelations from the Holy Spirit in their lives.

Matthew 27:45-56 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 27:45-56 | Dave Stough

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st September 2025

Passage: Matthew 27:45-56

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This sermon reflects on the significance of Jesus' crucifixion as described in Matthew 27. It explores the profound suffering He endured, especially during the three hours of darkness when He felt forsaken by God. The focus is on the theological implications of Christ’s sacrifice, the tearing of the temple veil, and the full access believers now have to God through Jesus. The message calls for believers to embrace the peace that comes from understanding the depth of God’s love and sacrifice for humanity, as well as the call to live in that peace daily.

Matthew 24:29-35 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 24:29-35 | Dave Stough

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th June 2025

Passage: Matthew 24:29-35

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This sermon explores Matthew 24:29-35, focusing on God's glory, particularly how it is revealed during the return of Christ and the impending judgment. The speaker emphasizes that God's glory is intrinsic to His nature and underscores the significance of recognizing His majesty both in this life and in the future judgment. The message serves as a reminder of the righteousness of God and the importance of faith in Christ before His glorious return.

Matthew 21:1-11 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Matthew 21:1-11 | Dave Stough

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th February 2025

Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

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In this sermon, we explore the events of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem as narrated in Matthew 21. This moment fulfills prophecy and reveals the contrast between the expectations of the people and the true nature of Jesus as the humble Messiah. As Jesus rides in on a donkey, the crowd's excited proclamations of 'Hosanna' highlight their recognition of Him as the Son of David, yet many misunderstand His mission as a king. Ultimately, the message challenges us to reflect on our understanding of Jesus and the nature of His kingdom.

Matthew 13:24-43 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 13:24-43 | Dave Stough

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th August 2024

Passage: Matthew 13:24-43

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In this sermon, we explore three parables from Matthew 13 that illustrate the nature and growth of God's kingdom. The parables of the wheat and the tares, the mustard seed, and leaven reveal how God's kingdom expands in the world and the coexistence of good and evil within it. These stories provide insight into the spiritual realities of the kingdom and underscore the transformative power of the Gospel, highlighting the difference between mere appearance and true belief.

Galatians 3:15-29 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:15:00 +0000

Galatians 3:15-29 | Dave Stough

Series: Galatians (2023)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 12th March 2023

Passage: Galatians 3:15-29

January 23, 2022 - Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

January 23, 2022 - Dave Stough

Series: Genesis (2021-2022)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 23rd January 2022

Passage: Genesis 15:1-21

October 10, 2021 - Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0100

October 10, 2021 - Dave Stough

Series: Romans (2021)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 10th October 2021

Passage: Romans 13:1-7

May 23, 2021 - Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 +0100

May 23, 2021 - Dave Stough

Series: Romans (2021)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 23rd May 2021

Passage: Romans 6:12-23

February 7, 2021 - Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

February 7, 2021 - Dave Stough

Series: Romans (2021)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 7th February 2021

A Fresh Vision | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 11:15:00 +0100

A Fresh Vision | Dave Stough

Series: Topical

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th October 2020

Passages:

Exodus 33:9-23
Matthew 17:1-8

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The sermon discusses the need for a fresh vision of God's glory amidst the chaos and confusion in today's world. It emphasizes the importance of God's presence and glory as a source of rest and guidance, using biblical examples from Moses and the Transfiguration of Jesus to illustrate how encountering God's glory can illuminate life's challenges.

Joshua 24:19-28 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 11:15:00 +0100

Joshua 24:19-28 | Dave Stough

Series: Joshua (2019-2020)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th July 2020

Passage: Joshua 24:19-28

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This sermon focuses on the final address of Joshua to the Israelites, reminding them of God’s holiness and their commitment to serve Him. It explores the differences between the Old and New Covenants, emphasizing the necessity of a heart change for true obedience and the role of grace through faith in living out one's faith. The message encourages believers to reflect on their relationship with God and to understand the new covenant's promise, which offers forgiveness and a transformed heart through Christ.

Joshua 18-19 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 17 May 2020 11:15:00 +0100

Joshua 18-19 | Dave Stough

Series: Joshua (2019-2020)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th May 2020

Passages:

Joshua 18:1-28
Joshua 19:1-51

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This sermon explores the themes of inheritance from the book of Joshua, focusing on chapters 18 and 19. It emphasizes the importance of claiming the inheritance that God has provided and encourages believers to reflect on their spiritual inheritance, paralleling Israel's physical inheritance with the spiritual blessings available through faith and obedience to God. The message highlights aspects of remembering God's promises and faithfully engaging in spiritual battles.

Joshua 8:30-35 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Joshua 8:30-35 | Dave Stough

Series: Joshua (2019-2020)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Date: 16th February 2020

Passage: Joshua 8:30-35

Topics from Proverbs: Wisdom | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 11:15:00 +0100

Topics from Proverbs: Wisdom | Dave Stough

Series: Topics from Proverbs (2019)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th April 2019

Colossians 2:6-10 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 11:15:00 +0000

Colossians 2:6-10 | Dave Stough

Series: Colossians (2017-2018)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th March 2018

Passage: Colossians 2:6-10

John 20:10-18 | Dave Stough

Dave Stough — Sun, 16 Apr 2017 11:15:00 +0100

John 20:10-18 | Dave Stough

Series: Colossians (2017-2018)

Speaker: Dave Stough

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th April 2017

Passage: John 20:10-18