In the tenth and final episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff explores the various types of prayer and why they are essential to communicating with God effectively. There is the prayer of faith, the prayer of agreement, and the prayer of petition. Approach prayer with confidence, thanksgiving, and persistence, even when an answer may seem delayed. Effective prayers help us align our hearts with God's will and promises. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 30, 2025•29 min
In part five of "Your True Identity," Brother Duane teaches how to discover your true identity through God's Word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Just as Jesus discovered He was God's Son by studying Scripture at age 12, we can explore God's Word to learn who we are in Christ. Today, too many people allow their parents, friends, society, or past mistakes to define them. But God wants to reveal your real identity through His promises. When you read the truth in Scripture, like being "more th...
Jun 29, 2025•42 min
In the ninth episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Brother Duane teaches the importance of understanding the different kinds of prayer. Scripture focuses mainly on the prayer of faith and the prayer of agreement. In Timothy 2:1, the apostle Paul mentions supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks. Knowing how to pray is crucial to the effectiveness of our prayers. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 27, 2025•29 min
In the eighth episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Brother Duane explores the power of praying "in the name of Jesus." It's not just a phrase we add to the end of our prayers, but a declaration of our authority and relationship with Christ. Praying in Jesus' name means praying according to His will, word, and assignment, with the full backing of Christ's authority and power. In John 14, 15, and 16, Jesus promises that whatever we ask in His name, the Father will give us. By aligning ourselve...
Jun 26, 2025•29 min
In the seventh episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff explores the importance of praying according to God's will and understanding it through Scripture. There is a difference between praying "if it be Thy will" and knowing God's will. The story of Jesus praying three times in the garden reveals His human struggle and ultimate surrender, teaching us the importance of persistence in prayer. When God's will is unclear, seek wisdom and approach prayer with confidence, knowing that Go...
Jun 25, 2025•29 min
In the sixth episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff teaches that effective prayer is rooted in knowing and praying according to God's will revealed in His Word and promises. 1 John 5:14-15 teaches that when we pray according to God's will, we can be confident He hears us and grants our petitions. Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane is an example of praying God's will, even in a difficult circumstance. By aligning our prayers with His promises, we can approach the throne of grace with bol...
Jun 24, 2025•29 min
In the fifth episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff explores the power of persistence in prayer. In Luke 11:5-13, Jesus emphasizes that God values our persistence to show our faith and desire for a relationship with Him. Repeating our prayers helps us remain engaged with God and reflects our faith, even when the answer is delayed. This persistence helps us shift from doubt to confidence in God's willingness to respond to our needs. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 23, 2025•29 min
Every day, we face a battle whether to walk in the flesh or follow the Holy Spirit. In part four of "Your True Identity," Brother Duane teaches that your old life in Adam is gone. We have been transformed into a new creation and have a new identity in Christ. Our past sins no longer define us. We're no longer a slave to sin, darkness, and death. God has washed us clean, made us holy, and declared us righteous through Jesus Christ. However, our flesh—our physical body and unrenewed mind—still tri...
Jun 22, 2025•43 min
In the fourth episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Brother Duane teaches how to pray by exploring the model prayer that Jesus provided to His disciples. There is power in praying in the name of Jesus, as prayer brings God's kingdom and will to earth. It's essential to remain persistent in prayer, as it can take time for our prayers to manifest due to hindrances in the spiritual realm. Stay steadfast and do not give up. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 20, 2025•29 min
In the third episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff teaches the importance of being taught how to pray effectively. Prayer is not a religious obligation or the recital of words, but about developing a genuine relationship with our Heavenly Father. The Lord's Prayer is a model that can guide our prayer life from a routine activity into a personal encounter with God. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 19, 2025•29 min
In the second episode of "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff teaches that the primary purposes of prayer are communication, fellowship, and partnership with God. Prayer is the lifeline that keeps us connected to Jesus, allowing His life to flow through us. Using the imagery of the vine and branches in John 15 illustrates our need to 'abide' in Christ. Without this continuous connection, we are unable to bear spiritual fruit. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 18, 2025•29 min
Cultivate a deep, intimate relationship with God through Prayer. God likes you and wants to spend time with you. In "The Fundamentals of Prayer," Duane Sheriff teaches that prayer is not about religious rituals but a way to connect with God and experience supernatural breakthroughs. Prayer serves as a pathway to knowing God personally, as reflected in Jesus' words in John 17:3, which states that eternal life is about knowing the Father. https://pastorduane.com/fundamentals-of-prayer/...
Jun 17, 2025•29 min
What if everything you think you know about yourself is wrong? In "Your True Identity," Brother Duane reveals the truth about your identity in Christ. Every person starts with an old identity "in Adam" - born with a sinful nature leading to bad choices and separation from God. But when you become a Christian, God completely kills that old identity and gives you a brand new one "in Christ." As Christians, we receive a new spiritual identity, but our minds and bodies still need renewal through God...
Jun 15, 2025•46 min
What if everything you think you know about yourself is wrong? In "Your True Identity," Brother Duane reveals the truth about your identity in Christ. Every person starts with an old identity "in Adam" - born with a sinful nature leading to bad choices and separation from God. But when you become a Christian, God completely kills that old identity and gives you a brand new nature and new life "in Christ." As Christians, we receive a new spiritual identity, but our minds and bodies still need ren...
Jun 15, 2025•46 min
In the eighth and final episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the unique connection between the marriage of a husband and wife and the relationship between Christ and the Church, describing it as a "great mystery" revealed in Scripture. In Ephesians 5, marriage is presented as a reflection of Christ's love for the church. The first marriage of Adam and Eve serves as a prophetic picture of Christ and His bride, the church. Just as Eve was created from Adam's rib, the church...
Jun 06, 2025•29 min
In the seventh episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the deep spiritual significance of the husband-wife relationship as a reflection of Christ and the Church. Ephesians 5 explains that marriage is not just a natural union but also a profound spiritual mystery. Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loves the Church: sacrificially, selflessly, and unconditionally. Wives, in turn, are encouraged to submit to their husbands as the Church submits to Christ. This pa...
Jun 05, 2025•29 min
In the sixth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the reasons to get married, which include companionship, sexual purity, and procreation. A key aspect of marriage is its covenant nature, intended to foster the upbringing of godly offspring. God designed marriage to create a loving and nurturing environment for children to grow in the knowledge and reverence of the Lord. This family unit, comprising a father, mother, and children, is essential to God's plan for raising ch...
Jun 04, 2025•29 min
In the fifth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff teaches marriage is a divine institution designed for companionship, covenant, and the expression of our sexuality within safe boundaries. God created us as sexual beings with the intention that this gift be enjoyed within the haven of marriage. 1 Corinthians 7 reminds us that marriage is God's solution to sexual immorality, providing a sanctified space for intimacy. Just as water brings life within its banks but destruction when i...
Jun 03, 2025•29 min
In the fourth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Brother Duane explores the purpose and divine design of marriage, tracing its origins back to creation. The biblical account of Adam and Eve reveals how woman was created from within man, symbolizing the deep unity intended in marriage. The creation story reveals that marriage is not a human institution, but a God-ordained covenant designed to fulfill the need for companionship. God created man and woman to be partners in marriage. Eve was crea...
Jun 02, 2025•29 min
YouTube: Living Under Grace vs. Living Under Law Do you understand the difference between Old Testament law and New Testament grace? Duane Sheriff teaches that "You cannot serve God under New Testament grace with Old Testament law—they don't mix." If you don't understand law vs. grace, you will serve God through guilt and condemnation instead of experiencing God's unconditional love and freedom. The purpose of the law was to reveal sin and reveal our need for a Savior, not to earn God's love or ...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 9 min
1 Corinthians 15 states, "The strength of sin is the law." Duane Sheriff teaches that the Old Testament law paradoxically strengthened our sin by exposing our inability to meet God's perfect standard. When we try to be righteous through our efforts, we remain under sin's strength and the law's curse. Many mistakenly believe they can earn God's love by perfectly following the rules, but the law functions like a mirror, revealing our sinful nature and driving us to recognize our need for Jesus. Bu...
May 31, 2025•40 min
In the third episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explains that marriage is a sacred institution created by God for companionship and partnership, mirroring the relationship between Christ and the Church. In Genesis 2, the story of Adam and Eve, God states that it is "not good" for man to be alone. This story emphasizes our deep-rooted desire for companionship and partnership. The creation of Eve from Adam's rib symbolizes the unity and intimacy that God intended for marriage. Cli...
May 30, 2025•29 min
Do you live under the law, or do you live under grace? This message contrasts the concept of grace with the law and performance-based Christianity. The purpose of the law was to reveal sin, making us guilty and unable to earn God's favor through perfect behavior. Grace, however, breaks the power of sin through Jesus. While many Christians believe grace merely covers their sins, Brother Duane teaches that grace "sets the course for your life and connects you to your destiny and your authority." G...
May 30, 2025•43 min
In episode two of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff discusses five common misconceptions about why people get married. In a survey, he discovered that people get married to be happy, to find their value or worth, to be complete, to get out of trouble, or simply as an experiment to see how it goes. These reasons go against God's intended design for marriage. No person, place, or thing can make you happy. Entering the institution of marriage in order to achieve happiness will actually ensur...
May 29, 2025•29 min
"The Purpose of Marriage" is a divine mystery that reflects Christ's love for the church. In this episode, Duane Sheriff teaches the divine purpose of marriage and its connection to the gospel. There is a compelling parallel between traditional marriage and our spiritual union with Jesus. Marriage is not simply a contract or social institution. It is a divine institution that reflects Christ's love for the church. Today's culture and many churches often fail to grasp the true purpose of marriage...
May 28, 2025•29 min
Discovering "Your True Identity" isn’t about your past actions or what others think of you; it’s about understanding who you are in God’s eyes. When you become a Christian, something incredible happens: you are no longer defined by your past mistakes, weaknesses, or the opinions of the world. Instead, you receive a brand-new identity directly from God—one that is full of hope, purpose, and incredible worth. Brother Duane teaches that in Christ, you are not just forgiven; you are completely trans...
May 11, 2025•49 min
In the fifteenth and final episode of "The Cross," Duane Sheriff explores the depth of God's forgiveness and mercy under the New Covenant. He explains that God's attitude is mercy, not wrath or punishment. Hebrews 8 reveals God's covenant promise: "I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more." By understanding our complete forgiveness in Christ, we can fully appreciate God's love and a life of holiness motivated by love rather than fea...
May 09, 2025•29 min
In the fourteenth episode of "The Cross," Duane Sheriff explores the depth of God's love and forgiveness as demonstrated by the cross. Jesus died once as a sacrifice to provide complete and eternal forgiveness for all our sins - past, present, and future. The Old Covenant included repetitive sacrifices, while the New Covenant established Jesus' one-time, all-encompassing atonement for our sins. The book of Hebrews describes Jesus as our eternal High Priest, who offered Himself once and for all. ...
May 08, 2025•29 min
In the thirteenth episode of "The Cross," Duane Sheriff examines the concept of complete forgiveness through Christ's one-time sacrifice. God's forgiveness is not limited to our past or confessed sins but extends to all sins - past, present, and future. This radical idea challenges our traditional understanding of forgiveness. Hebrews chapter 10 serves as the scriptural foundation, contrasting the old covenant's repeated sacrifices with Christ's one-time, all-encompassing sacrifice. His incredib...
May 07, 2025•29 min
In the twelfth episode of "The Cross," Duane Sheriff teaches that Jesus served as a ransom for the entire human race, which is the "great exchange." Christ's sacrifice at the cross was a comprehensive exchange in which Jesus took on the negative aspects of our human condition (death, curse, torment, shame, sickness, and poverty) to give believers positive attributes (life, blessing, peace, glory, health, and riches). The cross is not just a historical event but an ultimate act of servant leaders...
May 06, 2025•29 min
