Family Prayer Centre Sermons

You are no longer an old creation. You have become new.

Alan Taylor speaks on God's grace and what that grace truly is in the life of every believer.

In this message, Pastor Alan teaches on the will of God and the call to live by obedience rather than self-directed ambition. He begins by describing the church as a family that should both receive from God and strengthen one another. He says the Christian life is not only about getting blessing, but also about giving and receiving within the body.
He contrasts the inner man, which wants God’s will, with the outward man, which resists it. He says carnal Christianity treats God like a distant deity that must be appeased, but true Christianity is learning to live from the new life God has placed within. He emphasizes that the will of God is not our own will.
Pastor Alan uses the example of children staying in a backyard to explain how God gives boundaries and freedom within them. He teaches that believers should not constantly demand a word for every small decision, but should learn to live under God’s direction. He warns against turning Scripture into a tool for personal ambition.
He reads from 1 Corinthians 10 and says Israel’s journey under the cloud is an example of following God without negotiation. He explains that the Christian life includes discipline, surrender, and the willingness to let go of what feels safe. He also says praying in tongues helps believers yield to the perfect will of God.
He closes by saying the cup of blessing includes both God’s provision and the surrender of one’s life to Christ. He encourages listeners to trust the Father, obey His leading, and accept that their lives belong to Him.

In this message, Pastor Alan teaches on the walk of the Spirit and the call to seek God more deeply. He begins by honoring the graduates in the congregation and then turns to the main theme: Christianity is more than attending church and doing good works. He says the believer’s life belongs to God and is meant to be lived under God’s direction, not merely added to a personal life.
He contrasts a carnal view of Christianity with a spiritual one, using examples from music, wealth, and politics to show how the world often values talent, success, and comfort. He says the gospel is not about prosperity, influence, or winning in worldly systems. Instead, he teaches that the Christian life is found in obedience to God’s will, even when that path is difficult.
A major focus is the difference between the outward man and the inner man. Pastor Alan explains that when a person is born again, the old life dies and a new life begins in Christ. He points to Galatians 2:20 and Ephesians 5:14, emphasizing that the believer should live as someone raised from death to life. He says the Holy Spirit helps strengthen the inner man through praying in tongues.
He also uses Jesus in Gethsemane from Matthew 26:36-39 to show the struggle of submitting to the Father’s will. Pastor Alan says this is the model for believers: “not my will, but your will be done.” He closes by encouraging listeners to face hard things, trust God’s leading, and rely on the Holy Spirit rather than their own willpower.

In this message, Deborah speaks on acceptance and contrasts the world’s version of acceptance with God’s acceptance. She explains that people often look for recognition and approval from man, but explains that kind of acceptance depends on outward appearance and compromise.
She says God does not look at the outward person but at the heart, and that believers are “accepted in the beloved” through Jesus Christ. She points to Jesus’ sacrifice, baptism, death, and resurrection as the basis for acceptance, not human effort. She also cites Cain and Abel to show that God accepts the sacrifice He requires, not a substitute.
Deborah then connects acceptance with humility and obedience. She says the first step is acknowledging the need for a Savior, and the next is admitting personal inability to fix everything. She describes prayer, worship, fasting, and praying in the Holy Ghost as acts of humility and worship that help believers yield to God.
Deborah closes by encouraging us to keep using the tools we have been given without becoming overwhelmed. She says the outward man must be laid down so the believer can grow, know God more fully, and be changed for the benefit of others.

In this Mothers' Day sermon, we celebrate the profound impact of motherhood on family spirituality and the divine calling inherent in raising children. The message encourages mothers to prioritize their family mission, cherishing the time spent nurturing children, while also acknowledging that imperfections are not insurmountable barriers to God's grace and restoration. Ultimately, Alan affirms that a strong family should not be sacrificed for traditional notions of ministry, as God values the intimate connections made at home. This message also dives deeper into understanding the seed of Abraham and how it translates into new testament understanding. It highlights the importance of trusting God above all; leaning not on our own ability, but rather on God's alone.

In this insightful lecture, Pastor Alan articulates the spiritual journey of believers, emphasizing the importance of growing beyond a superficial faith to embrace a deeper, more transformative relationship with God. He presents the concept of two paths of Christianity: the carnal church, focused on personal achievements, and the spiritual church, dedicated to developing a profound inner life that reflects the nature of Jesus Christ. By exploring the power of praying in tongues and relying on the leadership of the Holy Spirit, Pastor Alan urges us to abandon a mindset of complacency and to instead actively participate in God’s transformative work to grow up the inner man.
Throughout this sermon, Pastor Alan references 1 Corinthians 3:1, underscoring the distinction between spiritual maturity and carnal living, while also emphasizing humility and learning to rely totally on God, our Father, alone. He challenges us not to settle for mediocrity but instead to strive towards becoming vessels of God’s love and wisdom, capable of fostering healing and encouragement in our communities. By keeping our focus on the Holy Spirit as our source of strength and guidance, we are urged to let the Holy Spirit bring forth our call and to be sensitive to our role as Christ's representatives to the lost and broken around us.

In this sermon, Pastor Alan emphasizes the importance of participation and stepping outside of one's comfort zone. He highlights that spiritual growth often comes from embracing discomfort and serving others, which builds character and maturity in one's spiritual walk. Drawing from his own personal stories, he illustrates how God often calls individuals to step into roles or tasks that challenge them, fostering growth in areas they may initially resist. Pastor Alan encourages the congregation to recognize their calling, engage in community service, and trust in God’s guidance, reminding them that their spiritual development is as important as their designated roles within the church.

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