http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/page/c/audio-sermons/ Latest audio sermons from the City of Refuge Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Houston at www.CityOfRefuge.org. en-us Copyright 2009, City of Refuge Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:29:41 -0600 ExpressionEngine CMS http://www.cityofrefuge.org/site_uploads/audio/images/rss-image-default.png http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/page/c/audio-sermons/ Listen to all audio sermons from the City of Refuge Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Houston. 144 144 168 Wednesday Thursday Friday 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 22 23 Weekly Sermons City of Refuge Audio sermons from the City of Refuge Evangelical Presbyterian Church at www.CityOfRefuge.org. Christianity, Sermons, Evangelical bfremion@gmail.com Brandon Fremion no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/teaching-inculcation-metabolization-and-utilization/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel:Preaching, Teaching AND Healing. Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:29:41 -0600 The Holistic Gospel Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel:Preaching, Teaching AND Healing. 23:09 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/definitive-exclamation-and-declaration/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel: Preaching, Teaching AND Healing. Part two is rooted in Mark's Gospel. Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:27:59 -0600 The Holistic Gospel Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel: Preaching, Teaching AND Healing. Part two is rooted in Mark's Gospel. 36:37 christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-holistic-gospel/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel. Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:20:09 -0600 Preaching, Teaching AND Healing Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series on the Holistic Gospel. 50:50 christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/special-divine-guidance/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In prayerful preparation for the first two messages of any new year, Pastor Smith asks the Lord to let him share a life-changing principle that has blessed him over and over and over again, in his pursuit of the Lordship of Christ in living. Today that message is from Acts 16:6-10 and is entitled "Special Divine Guidance." In this message, you will hear the difference between Status Quo Divine Guidance and SPECIAL Divine Guidance and the sub-divisions of each. May this sermon give you confidence as you pursue The Plan of God for your life. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:04:44 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 7:36-47 In prayerful preparation for the first two messages of any new year, Pastor Smith asks the Lord to let him share a life-changing principle that has blessed him over and over and over again, in his pursuit of the Lordship of Christ in living. Today that message is from Acts 16:6-10 and is entitled "Special Divine Guidance." In this message, you will hear the difference between Status Quo Divine Guidance and SPECIAL Divine Guidance and the sub-divisions of each. May this sermon give you confidence as you pursue The Plan of God for your life. 37:58 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/at-the-feet-of-jesus/ Pastor Chris Sneller In this sermon, the first for 2009, Pastor Chris Sneller, calls us to focus this year on humility. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:16:24 -0700 This Sermon is grounded on Luke 7:36-47 In this sermon, the first for 2009, Pastor Chris Sneller, calls us to focus this year on humility. 32:50 Christianity Pastor Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/types-of-dicipleship/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss discipleship and the kinds of discipleship. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 14:23:51 -0700 In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss discipleship and the kinds of discipleship. 32:00 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/love-much-love-well/ Pastor Chris Sneller In this sermon Pastor Chris Sneller calls us to reflect on how we love our fellow church members, and challenges us look at how we love others in our church, pushing the boundaries of ethnicity, economics and geography as we seek to grow on love for one another. This sermon is also a call to re-examine how we implement small groups. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 14:27:52 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Philipians 1:8-11 In this sermon Pastor Chris Sneller calls us to reflect on how we love our fellow church members, and challenges us look at how we love others in our church, pushing the boundaries of ethnicity, economics and geography as we seek to grow on love for one another. This sermon is also a call to re-examine how we implement small groups. 42:42 Christianity Pastor Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/peacemakers/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative. Pastor Smith calls us to prayer for the new presidency and urges us to focus on becoming peacemakers, those people who work to bring about peace between heaven and earth. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 14:32:25 -0700 This sermon is grounded on matthew 5:9 In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative. Pastor Smith calls us to prayer for the new presidency and urges us to focus on becoming peacemakers, those people who work to bring about peace between heaven and earth. 42:42 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/ye-are-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative. He notes that it was not any 'ole person as an agent of change, only those who possessed a certain attitude. Sun, 02 Nov 2008 14:35:05 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Matthew 5:1-14 In this sermon Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative. He notes that it was not any 'ole person as an agent of change, only those who possessed a certain attitude. 29:20 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-great-imperative-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon, the second in Great Imperative Series, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative and reviews the ten tenants of discipleship. Sun, 19 Oct 2008 14:55:39 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Matthew 28:16-20 In this sermon, the second in Great Imperative Series, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to examine the discipleship imperative and reviews the ten tenants of discipleship. 46:12 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-great-imperative/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon, Pastor Rufus Smith IV explains that the truest thing about us is what God says and not what we feel. He asks us to consider what is God calling us to do, and what are we Being called to be? Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:59:25 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Matthew 28:16-20 In this sermon, Pastor Rufus Smith IV explains that the truest thing about us is what God says and not what we feel. He asks us to consider what is God calling us to do, and what are we Being called to be? 41:42 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/after-the-storm/ Pastor Steve Capper Pastor Steve Capper leads the congregation in prayer, sharing and testimony as City of Refuge meets again in its own sanctuary after Hurricane Ike. Sun, 28 Sep 2008 15:02:54 -0600 Pastor Steve Capper leads the congregation in prayer, sharing and testimony as City of Refuge meets again in its own sanctuary after Hurricane Ike. 29:25 Christianity Pastor Steve Capper no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/adopted-by-god/ Pastor Chris Sneller Pastor Chris Sneller talks to us about God's liberation of our souls through the loving sacrifice of His Son and our unearned adoption into His family and His Kingdom. Sun, 07 Sep 2008 15:05:27 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Galatians 4:3-7 Pastor Chris Sneller talks to us about God's liberation of our souls through the loving sacrifice of His Son and our unearned adoption into His family and His Kingdom. 50:53 Christianity Pastor Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/telling-it-like-it-is-can-get-you-killed-part-1/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV concludes his sermon series on earthly politics and "heavenly politeuma" challenging us to distill current presidential politics through the grid of divine viewpoint. Sun, 24 Aug 2008 15:10:52 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Jeremiah 26:1-11 Pastor Rufus Smith IV concludes his sermon series on earthly politics and "heavenly politeuma" challenging us to distill current presidential politics through the grid of divine viewpoint. 42:09 Politics, Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/we-are-in-good-hands/ Dwaine Massey Dwaine Massey, a member of the City of Refuge congregation, speaks to us about God's promise to us as our Father and Savior. Dwaine examines the exhortations given to us by Peter and the promise of our eternal Salvation. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 15:17:39 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Peter's first letter Dwaine Massey, a member of the City of Refuge congregation, speaks to us about God's promise to us as our Father and Savior. Dwaine examines the exhortations given to us by Peter and the promise of our eternal Salvation. 35:31 Peter, Christianity Dwaine Massey no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/politeuma/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:20:47 -0600 42:08 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/jacob-the-converted-supplanter/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Jacob was arrogant and ambitious, trying to hurry the plan of God. Pastor Smith examines the personality of Jacob as a third generation believer. His personality is in sharp contrast with that of Abraham and Isaac. Pastor Smith also points out that God makes war with the arrogant. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 15:22:41 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 25:22-34 Jacob was arrogant and ambitious, trying to hurry the plan of God. Pastor Smith examines the personality of Jacob as a third generation believer. His personality is in sharp contrast with that of Abraham and Isaac. Pastor Smith also points out that God makes war with the arrogant. 43:28 Jacob, Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/isaac-parents-with-his-barren-wife/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV uses this chapter in Isaac's life to focus his message on fatherhood. He calls on men to step up to the plate and become involved in their children's lives. He plays special attention to spending the most valuable of our assets, time, with our children. He also highlights the fact that children are spiritual gifts in our lives, not just biological facts. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 15:25:44 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 25 Pastor Rufus Smith IV uses this chapter in Isaac's life to focus his message on fatherhood. He calls on men to step up to the plate and become involved in their children's lives. He plays special attention to spending the most valuable of our assets, time, with our children. He also highlights the fact that children are spiritual gifts in our lives, not just biological facts. 43:33 Isaac, Growth, Christianity, Persistance, Fatherhood Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/isaac-prays-for-his-barren-wife/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks to us about Isaac, as he becomes a parent. Isaac prays for his barren wife being an example of how we need to learn to stand on or feet and at the same time, engage the Lord to pray and intercede as we stand by those we love in moments where they reach barrenness. As we encounter problems, we can choose to be embittered, or be empowered and draw close to God. Sun, 06 Apr 2008 15:27:55 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 25:20-21 Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks to us about Isaac, as he becomes a parent. Isaac prays for his barren wife being an example of how we need to learn to stand on or feet and at the same time, engage the Lord to pray and intercede as we stand by those we love in moments where they reach barrenness. As we encounter problems, we can choose to be embittered, or be empowered and draw close to God. 31:23 Isaac, Growth, Christianity, Persistance Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/bad-company-corrupts-good-morals/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks about the influence of the company we keep on the spirit. One Corinthians is the most comprehensive discussion and definitive explanation of the Resurrection. Pastor Smith calls us to defend and live the reality of the Resurrection. Sun, 23 Mar 2008 15:56:23 -0600 This sermon is grounded on 1 Corinthians 15:33-34 Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks about the influence of the company we keep on the spirit. One Corinthians is the most comprehensive discussion and definitive explanation of the Resurrection. Pastor Smith calls us to defend and live the reality of the Resurrection. 38:31 Resurrection, Jesus, Corinthians Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/stages-of-sanctification-surrunder/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV focuses on Abraham and Isaac as he continues to focus on the stages of sanctification. This passage illustrates submissions, silence and surrender in spirit. Like Jesus, Isaac carries the wood of his own sacrifice, suffering in silence. Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:20:57 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 22:1-10 Pastor Rufus Smith IV focuses on Abraham and Isaac as he continues to focus on the stages of sanctification. This passage illustrates submissions, silence and surrender in spirit. Like Jesus, Isaac carries the wood of his own sacrifice, suffering in silence. 43:21 Isaac, Abraham, Surrunder, Genesis, Christian, Sanctification Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/stages-of-sanctification-laughter/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV focuses on Sarah, the matriarch, and continues to focus on the stages of sanctification. God gives us a victorious reaction in laughter and everyone who hears it can react this way. Sun, 09 Mar 2008 16:00:50 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 21:1-6 Pastor Rufus Smith IV focuses on Sarah, the matriarch, and continues to focus on the stages of sanctification. God gives us a victorious reaction in laughter and everyone who hears it can react this way. 42:24 Sarah, Genesis, Christian, Sanctification Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/stages-of-sanctification-and-spiritual-inheritance/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV follows Abraham's story and continues to discuss the stages of sanctification: i) the goal of every person to exercise the principles they have learned; ii) enjoy the inheritance they did not earn; iii) the opportunity to cement Christianity in family and community. Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:05:37 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 21:1-5 Pastor Rufus Smith IV follows Abraham's story and continues to discuss the stages of sanctification: i) the goal of every person to exercise the principles they have learned; ii) enjoy the inheritance they did not earn; iii) the opportunity to cement Christianity in family and community. 25:20 Abraham, Genesis, Christian, Identity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/3-names-3-places/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to follow God, and, following Abraham's story brings us to consider the need to leave our identity, our old customs and ways. He continues to also notice that we should make sure to keep the company of those that keep us grounded in preserve our identity as Christians. Sun, 24 Feb 2008 16:25:35 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Genesis 11:26 - 121 Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to follow God, and, following Abraham's story brings us to consider the need to leave our identity, our old customs and ways. He continues to also notice that we should make sure to keep the company of those that keep us grounded in preserve our identity as Christians. 31:56 Abraham, Genesis, Christian, Identity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/why-god-meets-needs/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to call us to examine our relationship with God and His Church. He calls us to look at how we are working as stewards if the blessings he has bestowed up us, and how we work for His kingdom. Sun, 20 Jan 2008 16:28:05 -0700 In this sermon, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to call us to examine our relationship with God and His Church. He calls us to look at how we are working as stewards if the blessings he has bestowed up us, and how we work for His kingdom. 37:22 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/l.o.t.-m/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this, the first one of 2008, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine how we use our Life, Opportunity and Time for the Kingdom and in our spiritual life. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:30:50 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 19:10-27 In this, the first one of 2008, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine how we use our Life, Opportunity and Time for the Kingdom and in our spiritual life. 33:16 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/being-a-steward-for-the-lord/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon, the first one of 2008, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine how we use our Life, Opportunity and Time for the Kingdom and in our spiritual life. Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:33:56 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 19:10-27 In this sermon, the first one of 2008, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine how we use our Life, Opportunity and Time for the Kingdom and in our spiritual life. 32:00 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/final-exam/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this final sermon of 2007, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine our life as Christians and focus on the Spirit, while looking out the following areas: • Serious Study of the Word of God • Prevailing Prayer • Avid Assembly with the Saints • Sacrificial Service • Dedicated Discipleship Sun, 30 Dec 2007 15:19:44 -0700 This sermon is grounded on 2 Cor 13:5 In this final sermon of 2007, Pastor Rufus Smith IV challenges us to examine our life as Christians and focus on the Spirit, while looking out the following areas: • Serious Study of the Word of God • Prevailing Prayer • Avid Assembly with the Saints • Sacrificial Service • Dedicated Discipleship 37:29 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-truth-about-holy-days-vs.-holidays-part-3/ Pastor Chris Sneller In this third part of his yearly holiday message, Pastor Chris Sneller calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. He focuses on the humanity of Christ and calls us to understand the birth of Jesus through His death on the cross. Sun, 09 Dec 2007 16:38:31 -0700 In this third part of his yearly holiday message, Pastor Chris Sneller calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. He focuses on the humanity of Christ and calls us to understand the birth of Jesus through His death on the cross. 44:02 Christianity Pastor Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-truth-about-holy-days-vs.-holidays-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this second part of his yearly holiday message, Pastor Rufus Smith IV calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. He focuses on: 1)Typology 2) Christology, and 3) Methodology Sun, 02 Dec 2007 16:42:57 -0700 This sermon is based on 1 John 2:14-17 In this second part of his yearly holiday message, Pastor Rufus Smith IV calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. He focuses on: 1)Typology 2) Christology, and 3) Methodology 22:58 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-truth-about-holy-days-vs.-holidays/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this message, Pastor Rufus Smith IV calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. Sun, 25 Nov 2007 16:45:08 -0700 This sermon is based on i John 2:14-17 In this message, Pastor Rufus Smith IV calls us to focus on the Holier aspects of the Season. 28:29 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/who-am-i/ Pastor Chris Sneller In this message, Pastor Chris Sneller talks to us about our how through God and through His Son's sacrifice we can come to understand who we really are. The knowledge of what Christ has done carries us through a strength, character and faith building journey. Sun, 11 Nov 2007 16:47:17 -0700 This sermon is based on Romans 5:1-5 In this message, Pastor Chris Sneller talks to us about our how through God and through His Son's sacrifice we can come to understand who we really are. The knowledge of what Christ has done carries us through a strength, character and faith building journey. 36:12 Christianity Pastor Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/long-suffering-part-3-two-ways-to-live-life/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this message, focusing on Long Suffering, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness and using Galatians 5:22 to ground his sermon. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 16:50:47 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Galatians 5:22 In this message, focusing on Long Suffering, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness and using Galatians 5:22 to ground his sermon. 21:36 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/meekness-part-2-two-ways-to-live-life/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this message, the second one focusing on meekness, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness. Sun, 28 Oct 2007 17:00:26 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Galatians 5:22 In this message, the second one focusing on meekness, Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues to discuss the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness. 25:01 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/meekness/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this message Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness. Sun, 21 Oct 2007 17:02:31 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Galatians 5:22 In this message Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the fruits of the spirit, focusing on meekness. 37:50 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/burden-bearing-one-anothers-burden-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this second part of his previous message Pastor Rufus Smith IV exhorts us to share each other's burden. Sun, 14 Oct 2007 17:29:36 -0600 This sermon is grounded in Galatians 6:1-2 In this second part of his previous message Pastor Rufus Smith IV exhorts us to share each other's burden. 26:47 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/burden-bearing-one-anothers-burden/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV exhorts us to share each other's burden. Sun, 07 Oct 2007 17:32:46 -0600 This sermon is grounded in Galatians 6:1-2 Pastor Rufus Smith IV exhorts us to share each other's burden. 23:49 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/racial-reconciliation-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The ninth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 16 Sep 2007 17:35:40 -0600 The discussion in biblically grounded on Ephesians 2:11-19 The ninth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. 35:18 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/racial-reconciliation/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The eigth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 09 Sep 2007 21:24:10 -0600 The discussion in biblically grounded on Ephesians 2:11-19 The eigth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. 27:21 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/chris-sneller/ Chris Sneller Chris Sneller, invited preacher, and member of the City of Refuge Elder group. Sun, 02 Sep 2007 21:20:06 -0600 Chris Sneller, invited preacher, and member of the City of Refuge Elder group. 46:51 Christianity Chris Sneller no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/education-the-soul-is-a-terrible-thing-to-waste/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The sixth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce, and a a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 26 Aug 2007 21:28:16 -0600 In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses Education The sixth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce, and a a topic to be selected by the congregation. 40:53 Christianity, Education Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/internet-pornography/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The fifth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 12 Aug 2007 21:32:58 -0600 The discussion in biblically grounded on 1 Thesalonians 4:2-8 The fifth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. 44:10 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/america-custodial-nations/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The fourth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 05 Aug 2007 21:38:01 -0600 The fourth part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. 38:21 Christianity, Politics Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/divorce-the-not-so-secret-reasons-why-westernized-marriages-are-failin/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses divorce and points at cultural, spiritual, personal, social factors, as well as mutual inflexibility as factors that contribute to divorce. Readings for this week include: • Genesis 24:3-6 • Matthew 19:8 • I Corinthians 7:39 • Ephesians 5:21 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:43:58 -0600 In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses divorce and points at cultural, spiritual, personal, social factors, as well as mutual inflexibility as factors that contribute to divorce. Readings for this week include: • Genesis 24:3-6 • Matthew 19:8 • I Corinthians 7:39 • Ephesians 5:21 35:20 Christianity, Divorce Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/eharmony.com-pros-and-cons/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The second part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses dating services as tools, but reminds us that we need to build our relational and personal assets in a biblical perspective. Pastor Smith underlines that we need to look at God's guidelines and scripture before we embark in any of these decisions. Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:49:15 -0600 The second part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. In this sermon, Pastor Smith discusses dating services as tools, but reminds us that we need to build our relational and personal assets in a biblical perspective. Pastor Smith underlines that we need to look at God's guidelines and scripture before we embark in any of these decisions. 43:41 Christianity, Dating Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/immigration/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV The first part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. In this sermon, Pastor Smith looks at immigration by taking a Biblical journey from Genesis to New Testament and reminds us that we are all immigrants and strangers on this land, and that we are all citizens from heaven. Sun, 15 Jul 2007 21:55:08 -0600 The first part of the new series of sermons, where Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. In this sermon, Pastor Smith looks at immigration by taking a Biblical journey from Genesis to New Testament and reminds us that we are all immigrants and strangers on this land, and that we are all citizens from heaven. 46:12 Christianity, Immigration Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/what-modernity-can-learn-from-antiquity/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV starts a new series on current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. Sun, 08 Jul 2007 14:52:05 -0600 Pastor Rufus Smith IV starts a new series on current day events, approaching them from a Biblical perspectives. In the weeks to come he will discuss issues such as: immigration, war, internet dating systems, internet pornography, divorce and a topic to be selected by the congregation. 28:29 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/4th-commandment-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV reviews the 4th commandment and the keeping of the Sabbath and the need for spiritual rest. Sun, 13 May 2007 14:57:52 -0600 Pastor Rufus Smith IV reviews the 4th commandment and the keeping of the Sabbath and the need for spiritual rest. 46:34 Christianity, Ten Commandments Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/4th-commandment/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV reviews the 4th commandment and the keeping of the Sabbath. Sun, 06 May 2007 15:00:36 -0600 Pastor Rufus Smith IV reviews the 4th commandment and the keeping of the Sabbath. 16:16 Christianity, Ten Commandments Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/man-cannot-live-by-bread-alone/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV uses Deuteronomy 8:1-4 to teach us to trust in God and His promises and to let us be guided by His word. Sun, 22 Apr 2007 15:01:45 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Galatians Deuteronomy 8:1-4 Pastor Rufus Smith IV uses Deuteronomy 8:1-4 to teach us to trust in God and His promises and to let us be guided by His word. 37:14 Christianity, Deuteronomy Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-foolishness-of-god/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV teaches us about the wisdom of God, the foolishness of man, and reliance on the crucified and glorified Christ and His resurrection. Sun, 08 Apr 2007 15:05:25 -0600 This sermon is grounded on 1 Corinthians 1:18-29 Pastor Rufus Smith IV teaches us about the wisdom of God, the foolishness of man, and reliance on the crucified and glorified Christ and His resurrection. 40:53 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/easter-sunday/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Easter Sunday sermon Sun, 08 Apr 2007 15:03:22 -0600 Easter Sunday sermon 37:48 Christianity, Easter Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/worship-part-4/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV teaches us about worship using Nehemiah 8:1-10 and Deuteronomy 28. Sun, 25 Mar 2007 15:08:00 -0600 This sermon is grounded on Nehemiah 8:1-10 and Deuteronomy 28 Pastor Rufus Smith IV teaches us about worship using Nehemiah 8:1-10 and Deuteronomy 28. 43:38 Christianity, Nehemiah, Deuteronomy Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/worship-romance/ Pastor Steve Capper Pastor Steve Capper talks about worship. Sun, 18 Mar 2007 15:13:14 -0600 Pastor Steve Capper talks about worship. 41:21 Christianity Pastor Steve Capper no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/musical-worship-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues his discussion the role of music and worship. Sun, 11 Mar 2007 15:14:53 -0600 Pastor Rufus Smith IV continues his discussion the role of music and worship. 51:42 Christianity, Music Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/musical-worship-part-1/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the role of music and worship. Sun, 04 Mar 2007 15:16:53 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the role of music and worship. 28:50 Christianity, Music Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/alcohol-deception-and-the-bible/ Pastor Ron Lohr Pastor Ron Lohr discusses alcohol use, alcoholism and the need for guidance. Sun, 25 Feb 2007 15:18:30 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Proverbs 20:1 Pastor Ron Lohr discusses alcohol use, alcoholism and the need for guidance. 46:34 Christianity, Alcohol, Alcoholism Pastor Ron Lohr no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/prevailing-prayer-part-5/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. Sun, 18 Feb 2007 15:20:21 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Ephesians 6 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. 41:08 Christianity, Ephesians Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-anatomy-of-service/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the Anatomy of Service. Sun, 11 Feb 2007 15:22:03 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Romans 12:1,7,8 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the Anatomy of Service. 36:30 Christianity, Service, Romans Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/prevailing-prayer-part-4/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. Sun, 04 Feb 2007 15:36:34 -0700 Delays in response to prayer Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. 26:38 Christianity, Prayer Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/prevailing-prayer-part-3/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. Sun, 28 Jan 2007 16:05:11 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 18:1-8 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. 52:22 Christianity, Prayer Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/prevailing-prayer-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. Fri, 12 Jan 2007 16:07:54 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 18:1-8 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. 44:10 Christianity, Prayer Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/prevailing-prayer/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. Sun, 07 Jan 2007 16:09:24 -0700 This sermon is grounded on Luke 18:1-8 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses Prevailing Prayer. 28:00 Christianity, Prayer Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-way-part-4b/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Final chapter of "The Way" series in which we are called to focus on the birth of Christ as the true meaning of the Christmas season. Sun, 31 Dec 2006 16:10:16 -0700 Final chapter of "The Way" series in which we are called to focus on the birth of Christ as the true meaning of the Christmas season. 45:46 Christianity, Christmas Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-way-part-4/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. Sun, 24 Dec 2006 16:12:16 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the Way. Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. 42:24 Christianity, Christmas Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-way-preparing-for-the-christmas-season-and-developing-strength-as-witne/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. Sun, 17 Dec 2006 16:45:30 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the Way. Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. 40:56 Christianity, Christmas Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/the-way/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. Sun, 03 Dec 2006 16:47:13 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV discusses the Way. Following Christ and preparing for the celebration of the Holy Day of His birth. 24:28 Christianity, Christmas Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/have-you-praised-about-it/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV urges us to not only pray about our circumstances, but to also praise our Lord in every circumstance. Sun, 19 Nov 2006 16:49:19 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV urges us to not only pray about our circumstances, but to also praise our Lord in every circumstance. 33:46 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/baptism/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks about baptism. Sun, 12 Nov 2006 16:51:49 -0700 Mark 16:16 is the foundation for this message. Pastor Rufus Smith IV talks about baptism. 41:44 Christianity, Baptism Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/preparing-for-the-holy-days/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith IV delivers a message urging us to prepare for the Holy Days at the end of the year, urging us not to forget the true meaning of this season. Sun, 05 Nov 2006 16:53:09 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith IV delivers a message urging us to prepare for the Holy Days at the end of the year, urging us not to forget the true meaning of this season. 36:00 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/nevertheless-at-his-word/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Luke 5:15 Sun, 15 Oct 2006 16:59:12 -0600 Luke 5:15 45:20 Christianity, Luke Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/a-sticky-situation-part-12/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Final chapter and recap of the Sticky Situation Series by Pastor Rufus Smith IV. Sun, 08 Oct 2006 17:01:42 -0600 Based on the letter of Paul to Philemon. Final chapter and recap of the Sticky Situation Series by Pastor Rufus Smith IV. 31:38 Christianity, Paul Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/mark-evans-testimony/ Mark Evans He offers the story of Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel as an example of what grace does for us and our relationship to the Lord. Sun, 17 Sep 2006 17:04:52 -0600 He offers the story of Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel as an example of what grace does for us and our relationship to the Lord. 40:16 Christianity, Grace Mark Evans no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/forgiveness-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Based on Paul's Letter Sun, 10 Sep 2006 17:06:39 -0600 From the Sticky Situation Series Based on Paul's Letter 30:37 Christianity, Paul Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/forgiveness-part-1/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Based on Paul's Letter Sun, 03 Sep 2006 17:08:48 -0600 From the Sticky Situation Series Based on Paul's Letter 30:44 Christianity, Forgiveness Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/pastor-dan-wallmer-farewell-sermon-as-youth-pastor/ Pastor Dan Wallmer Sun, 27 Aug 2006 17:10:01 -0600 25:36 Christianity Pastor Dan Wallmer no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/breaking-walls-building-bridges/ Pastor Steve Capper Steve Capper, Guest Preacher Sun, 25 Jun 2006 17:15:42 -0600 Steve Capper, Guest Preacher 41:44 Christianity Pastor Steve Capper no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/a-sticky-situation-part-2/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith continues his analysis of Paul's letter to Philemon. Sat, 04 Mar 2006 13:34:40 -0700 Pastor Rufus Smith continues his analysis of Paul's letter to Philemon. 34:56 Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no http://www.cityofrefuge.org/index.php/audio/c/audio-sermons/doctrine-of-the-devil-part-1-rev-127-12/ Pastor Rufus Smith IV Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series. Sat, 01 Jan 2000 20:48:01 -0700 Doctrine of the Devil Pastor Rufus Smith begins a new series. Christianity Pastor Rufus Smith IV no