2026 Archives - Christ Fellowship Church Rocky Mount NC

Good Soil in the Early Church

The preacher examines the early church in Acts as an example of good soil, highlighting steadfast commitment to doctrine, prayer, fellowship, and bold testimony despite persecution. He stresses that individual hearts must be right with God for spiritual fruit and church health, urging believers to minister to one another and live out the Word. The message closes with a call to continued prayer and hunger for Scripture so the Lord can add to the church.

Daniel Peede July 12, 2026

Is the Soil Good?

The preacher unfolds the Parable of the Sower from Luke 8, emphasizing that the different soils represent various conditions of the human heart in receiving God’s Word. He urges listeners to examine whether their hearts are hardened, shallow, choked by worldly cares, or good and honest ground that produces fruit with patience. The preacher stresses the need for genuine faith tested by trials and a pure relationship with God over mere outward religion.

Daniel Peede July 12, 2026

A Reflection of What We Behold

The preacher expounds on Colossians 3:16, urging believers to let the Word of Christ dwell richly through meditation that leads to illumination, edifying speech, praise, and right actions. He contrasts filling one’s heart with God’s truth versus worry or worldly distractions, drawing from Psalms and Philippians to show how such focus brings peace and wisdom amid trials. The preacher closes with a prayer for the congregation to delight in Scripture daily.

Daniel Peede July 5, 2026

Gratitude for Our Heritage

The preacher delivers a message on gratitude for the spiritual and national heritage provided by God’s mercy, drawing from Psalm 136 to highlight divine wonders, deliverance, and blessings. He urges listeners to remember and preserve Christian principles in American history while praying for leaders and passing the faith to future generations. The preacher closes by affirming that the Lord remains the true portion of every believer’s inheritance.

Daniel Peede July 5, 2026

Ezra’s Cry for Wisdom

The preacher expounds on Ezra chapter 8, highlighting Ezra’s preparation of heart to seek, do, and teach God’s law while crying out for wisdom in gathering Levites and ministers for the return from exile. He stresses fasting, prayer, and trusting God’s provision over human protection during the dangerous journey, urging believers to follow the same pattern of resolve and dependence. The message closes with a prayer for wisdom in life’s new chapters and daily decisions.

Daniel Peede June 28, 2026

A Cry for Wisdom

The preacher draws from Psalm 119 to highlight humanity’s deep need for divine wisdom amid life’s choices and trials. He urges believers to pant after God’s Word, ask in faith as James instructs, and trust the Lord to order their steps rather than relying on human understanding. The message closes with a prayer for wisdom in practical areas like health, family, and finances.

Daniel Peede June 28, 2026

Swift to Hear, Slow to Speak, Slow to Wrath

The preacher opens with James 1:17-20 and teaches that God the Father is the unchanging source of every good and perfect gift. He urges believers to respond to trials with swiftness to hear, slowness to speak, and slowness to wrath so that God’s righteous purposes are not hindered by human anger. The message closes with a prayer of thanksgiving for the Father’s consistent goodness and provision.

Daniel Peede June 21, 2026

The Humanity of Christ

The preacher explores the humanity of Christ by examining his earthly life, ascension, and acceptance by the Father as described in Scripture. He emphasizes that Christ’s example of humility, obedience, and doing God’s will is attainable for believers because Jesus was made fully man. The message concludes with a call to willful action empowered by the Holy Spirit to follow that example.

Chris Nighswonger June 14, 2026

New Age vs. The Gospel: The Influence of Hinduism

The preacher opens with a charge from 2 Timothy to preach the word faithfully despite opposition and then contrasts the gospel with Hinduism and New Age influences that promote counterfeit spirituality. He exposes the impersonal nature of Brahman, reincarnation, karma, and works-based paths to enlightenment while upholding the unique truth of salvation by grace through Jesus Christ alone. The preacher closes with a prayer for boldness in sharing the gospel amid deception.

Daniel Peede June 7, 2026

New Age vs. The Gospel: The View of Hell

The preacher contrasts new age influences infiltrating churches with the unchanging truth of Scripture, focusing on the reality of a literal, eternal hell. He warns against reinterpreting or apologizing for hell to accommodate culture and urges believers to stand firmly on God’s Word. The message calls the church to speak truth in love and share the gospel without compromise.