Revive Chicago Church
Sermon archive for messages preached at Revive Chicago Church located in Naperville, IL.
Episodes
153 episodes
Praying With Confidence
Are we truly living out our faith with confidence? This message challenges us to reconsider how we approach God and His commands. Drawing from 1 John 5, we're reminded that obeying God's commands isn't a burden, but a pathway to overcoming the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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56:13
It's The Little Things
In Matthew 25, Jesus challenged His followers to rethink their perception of God and His kingdom. Through the famous parable of the talents, we're reminded that God entrusts each of us with 'kingdom property' - not just material possessions, bu...
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Season 4
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Episode 43
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47:43
Seeking Wisdom
The Book of Proverbs reminds us that wisdom isn't just handed to us - it must be actively pursued. We're challenged to seek wisdom with the same fervor we'd search for silver. But here's the catch: once we seek it earnestly, God promises to giv...
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Season 4
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Episode 42
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49:07
Staying Hallowed On Halloween
What does it mean to be 'hallowed' or set apart as Christians - especially during times when our culture embraces darkness? In 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, where Paul urges believers not to be 'yoked together with unbelievers.' This isn't about isola...
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Season 4
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Episode 41
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46:28
Planted To Be A Pillar
Drawing from Jeremiah 17, guest minister James Koppang challenges us to plant ourselves like a tree by deep water. To trust in the Lord, no matter what things look like. When we're planted with deep roots, then even when the heat comes or when ...
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Season 4
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Episode 40
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52:16
Are You A Pillar Or Prop?
In 1 Timothy 3, we're challenged to pursue a 'noble task' - not just chasing titles or positions, but embodying the characteristics of true spiritual leaders. This scripture provides a detailed list of qualities for overseers and deacons, empha...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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58:10
Time To Dig Deep
The parable of the wise and foolish builders from Luke 6:46-49 serves as a stark reminder that merely calling Jesus 'Lord' isn't enough - we must put His words into practice. Just as a house needs a deep, solid foundation to withstand floods, o...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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1:07:38
Older Brother Syndrome
Most everyone has heard the story of the Prodigal Son, even if they've never read it. In this message, we're challenged to see beyond the familiar narrative and confront our own spiritual blind spots. The story actually isn't just about one way...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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43:21
Immeasurable Power And Love
In this poignant message, we're reminded of the immeasurable power and love of God that is available to us as believers. Focusing on Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21, we're challenged to grasp the magnitude of God's love and power in our live...
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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53:58
The Power Of Identity - Overcoming Temptation Like Jesus
Matthew 4:1-11 contains the famous Temptation of Jesus. Today, let's delve into what happened to Jesus in the wilderness and uncover profound spiritual truths. The central message revolves around standing firm in our identity as God's beloved c...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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42:03
Pray, or Be Eaten?
The title may be a little tongue in cheek, but the principles gained from Daniel chapter 6 are very real. Today, we're invited to delve deeper into the story of Daniel in the lions' den. This isn't just a children's tale, but a profound narrati...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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1:02:38
Live By Design Not By Default
In this week's message, we're challenged to live by God's design rather than defaulting to our sinful nature. The sermon draws from 1 Peter 1, emphasizing the call to holiness and transformation. We're reminded that as believers, we're invited ...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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1:01:37
What Are You Craving?
In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our spiritual cravings. The apostle Peter's words in 1 Peter 2:1-3 serve as a mirror, reflecting our inner spiritual state. We're urged to rid ourselves of malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, a...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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47:25
The God Who Sees You
The story of Hagar is a messy one. Juxtaposed between two pivotal covenant moments with God and Abram we find Hagar, a poor slave girl in Genesis 16. Through no fault of her own, she's caught up in the sin of Abram and Sarai, uncovering profoun...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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52:33
Faith Produces Action Not Apathy
Explore James 2:14-26, where Jesus' brother discusses the relationship between faith and works. We're challenged to examine whether our faith is truly alive, or if it's merely mental assent. The core lesson is that genuine faith always produces...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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54:40
A Trustworthy Saying For Divisive Times
Summary: In this message, we're reminded of the importance of humility and kindness in our Christian walk. The speaker explores Titus 3, emphasizing Paul's instructions to be subject to rulers and authorities, and to show true hu...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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48:38
God Has A Long-term Plan
This message invites us to explore the profound connection between gratitude and long-term perspective in our spiritual lives. By examining the story of King Saul's death and the people of Jabesh-Gilead from 1 Samuel 31 and 2 Samuel 2, we're ch...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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44:00
Peter's Angelic Rescue From Prison
The miraculous story of Peter's escape from prison, as recounted in Acts 12 is actually pretty humorous. We're reminded of God's incredible power to intervene in seemingly impossible situations. The entertaining details of Peter's rescue, from ...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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53:54
Jesus as 'The Great I Am' - Pt. 2
Sermon Summary: This sermon continues exploring Jesus' "I am" statements in the Gospel of John, emphasizing His divine nature and the importance of remaining connected to Him as the true vine. Boldly discussing the exclusivity of Jesus' ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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1:06:24
Jesus as 'The Great I Am' - Pt. 1
Sermon Summary: This sermon explores Jesus' "I Am" statements in the Gospel of John and shows the connection to God's self-revelation to Moses in Exodus. These statements reveal Jesus' divine nature and his role in salvation, while also ...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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46:49
Free From All Accusations
Colossians chapter 1 does a beautiful job describing the supremacy of Christ over all creation and His redemptive work that frees believers from accusation and guilt. There's nothing we have to "do" except make sure we're standing firm in faith...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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45:29
You Can't Earn What's Already Paid For
The transformative power of understanding our identity as sons and daughters of God is key to our growth as Believers. Drawing from Galatians 4, we learn that Jesus came to redeem us from the burden of trying to earn salvation through our own e...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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49:43
What's Wrong With Pride?
The kindness of God that leads us to repentance, not His anger or judgment. This weeks sermon explores Romans 1-2 to understand God's perspective on sin, focusing on how all people, not just specific groups, fall short of His glory. The key les...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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59:15
Freedom in Undignified Worship
This message delves into the heart of true worship, using the story of King David dancing before the Lord with reckless abandon as he brought the ark into Jerusalem. We learn that worship is not about maintaining our dignity or worrying about o...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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39:45
How To Go From Ordinary To Extraordinary
This message focuses on the story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the temple gate in Acts 3-4. The key lesson is that it's not by our own power or holiness that God works miracles, but through faith in the name of Jesus. We can't earn...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:03:05