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Why We're Here: Helping People Say Yes to God

Why doesn't God take us to Heaven the moment we became Christians? The Bible teaches that every follower of Jesus has been given a purpose. We were created in God's image, redeemed through Christ, and sent into the world as His ambassadors. In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explores God's purpose for every believer and every church. From Genesis to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals that God is restoring His image in us so He can work through us to reach others with the hope of the gospel. Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The "Sign" Gifts: Do Miracles Still Happen?

Do miracles still happen? Why were signs and wonders so prominent in certain periods of Scripture? What was the purpose of tongues, healings, and miraculous gifts in the early church? Continuing our series on the Holy Spirit, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines the "sign gifts" and explores the Biblical purpose of miracles. Scripture reveals that God never changes and that He is still able to work supernaturally, but it also shows that miracles served a unique purpose in validating God's messengers and the message of the gospel. In this message, you'll discover why miracles appeared in waves throughout Biblical history, why not everyone in Scripture was healed, why even Satan can counterfeit signs, and how God continues to work miraculously through His provision, healing, circumstances, revelation, and life-changing power. Most importantly, faith is not built upon spectacular experiences. Faith comes through the truth of God's Word. "Faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ." — Romans 10:17 Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Why Faith Doesn't Always Get What You Want

What is faith, really? Is faith simply believing hard enough to get what you want? Does unanswered prayer mean you didn't have enough faith? Can faith change reality—or does it trust the God who created reality? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines Scripture and the example of Abraham to explain how Biblical faith actually works. Faith is not wishful thinking, positive vibes, or denying reality. Biblical faith is choosing to trust what God has said, even when doubts, emotions, and circumstances say otherwise. In this message: • Faith is based on what God says, not what we want. • God's Word is the most powerful force in the universe. • God is limited only by His own nature. • Faith does not deny reality but trusts in a greater reality. • Faith means believing your beliefs and doubting your doubts. • Faith does not always get what we want when we want it. • One proof of what we believe is that we live like we believe it. Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Spiritual Gifts: Why God Made You Different

Every believer is uniquely shaped by God and gifted by His Spirit. In this message from our series on the Holy Spirit, Dr. Rocky Ramsey teaches what spiritual gifts are, why God gives them, and how they are meant to serve others rather than ourselves. From Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4, this message explains the different kinds of spiritual gifts and reminds us that God has designed His people to function together as one body. We don't choose our gifts; we discover them. Our gifts are God's gift to us, but our character and effort are our gift back to Him. Whether you are a teacher, servant, leader, encourager, giver, or someone still trying to understand where you fit, this message will help you discover how God has equipped you to make an eternal difference. "Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, each of us is to exercise them accordingly..." — Romans 12:6 Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

How Do You Know You're Really Saved?

How do you know that you're truly a Christian? Most people point to something they did in the past. But Scripture points to something God is doing in the present. In this second of two messages on Biblical assurance, Dr. Rocky Ramsey examines the evidence of genuine salvation found throughout God's Word. Jesus Himself warned that many who think they belong to Him do not truly know Him. So how can a person know? This message explores: • Why assurance is based on God's work, not self-confidence • Why salvation begins with trusting Christ, not ourselves • Why growing obedience matters • Why Christians love and remain connected to God's family • Why believers increasingly feel like strangers in this world • How the Holy Spirit confirms our relationship with God • Why genuine faith believes God's Word and desires His will Christianity is not proven by a memory. It is evidenced by a relationship. Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

Spiritual Fruit: What God Wants to Produce in You

Jesus said, "I am the vine, you are the branches." God never intended the Christian life to be about merely appearing religious. He intended for His people to bear fruit. In this message from Dr. Rocky Ramsey, we continue our study of the Holy Spirit by examining Spiritual Fruit. What kind of fruit does God expect from believers? How does spiritual fruit grow? Is bearing fruit something God does, something we do, or both? And what does fruit reveal about whether our faith is genuine? Scripture teaches that God intends for His people to bear fruit in their works, worship, influence, and character. Eternal fruit isn't manufactured through willpower—it flows from a life connected to Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit. If you've ever wondered what spiritual maturity really looks like, this message points us back to the Vine and reminds us that changed lives are the evidence of living faith. "By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples." — John 15:8 Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Biblical Evidence of Salvation

How do you know that you're really a Christian? Many people point to a prayer they prayed, a decision they made, or an experience they had years ago. But what does the Bible say? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey begins a two-part study examining the biblical evidence of salvation. Drawing heavily from 1 John and the teachings of Jesus, this message explores how believers can evaluate their faith honestly and confidently. Part One covers: • Why thinking you're a Christian doesn't necessarily make you one • What Jesus meant when He warned that many would be deceived about their faith • Why Christians belong to God • Why assurance must be grounded in Scripture, not assumptions • The evidence of recognizing your inability to save yourself • Trusting completely in Christ's work for salvation • Growing obedience as evidence of genuine faith Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

The Evidence of the Holy Spirit

How can you know if the Holy Spirit is truly at work in your life? Many people look for evidence in spiritual experiences, emotional moments, or particular gifts. But Scripture points us somewhere else. Being Spirit-filled is not about having a mystical experience. It is not about chasing emotions. It is not about possessing a particular spiritual gift. It is about God having control. When the Holy Spirit controls our lives: • We develop a deeper hunger for God. • We increasingly become like God in character. • We live for God's purposes rather than our own. The Holy Spirit creates a growing desire to know Christ, obey His Word, reflect His nature, and fulfill His calling. Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

How to Be Christian: What the Bible Really Says

What if Christianity is not primarily about a moment… but a life? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey reveals what the Bible actually teaches about being Christian—not merely becoming one. Much of modern preaching focuses almost entirely on the moment of salvation, but Jesus consistently emphasized following Him, belonging to Him, and living in relationship with Him. This message explores: • Why every person needs salvation • Why Jesus is the only way to God • Why salvation is a gift of grace, not something earned • Why eternal life is a relationship with God • Why knowing about God is not the same as knowing God • Why many people are deceived about their faith • Why a changed life is the evidence of genuine salvation Christianity is not merely a past prayer, decision, or emotional moment. It is a transformed life lived in surrender to Jesus Christ. Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

What Does Spirit-Filled Living Really Look Like?

What does a Spirit-filled life actually look like? In this message, Dr. Rocky Ramsey explains that Spirit-filled living is not about chasing feelings—it is about surrendering control to God and becoming the kind of person Jesus wants us to be. The Bible teaches that living by wisdom is a choice, sin constantly pulls against us like gravity, and God’s will is available to those who genuinely seek Him. To be filled with the Spirit is to live under the control of the Spirit through obedience to God’s Word. This message explains: • What it truly means to be Spirit-filled • Why Spirit-filled living is connected to obedience • The difference between seeking experiences and seeking transformation • How Spirit-filled people speak, think, trust, and live differently • Why dependence on God changes every area of life Do you have a question for Pastor Rocky? Email media@corrytonchurch.com to submit your questions today. Watch Corryton Live every Sunday at: https://corryton.online.church/

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